…BLINK AND YOU’LL MISS

ANNIE

SSCC Theatre

The Story: Annie is a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations, befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and finds a new family and home in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
The Dates: Aug. 3-5, 2012
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THE LEGEND OF POCAHONTAS

The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati

The Story: This contemporary pop musical follows the classic story of Pocahontas and how she became who she was as an adult. The tale of Pocahontas is a well-known and frequently told one — but this remarkable story sticks closer to the historical reality of her life, rather than the embellished version created by some other filmmakers and storytellers. Pocahontas led a calm, peaceful life as a small girl, but when strangers arrive in her tribe’s native land and attempt to take over, her life course changes drastically. Follow the truthful account of the Algonquin Indians as they are invaded and taken over by Europeans.
The Dates: Aug. 2-5, 2012
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…NEW THIS WEEK

ANNIE

Beechmont Players Inc.

The Story: Annie is a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations, befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and finds a new family and home in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
The Dates: Aug. 2-11, 2012
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…CONTINUING

Brent Vimtrup, Nicholas Rose as Dr. Watson & Jeremy Dubin as Sherlock Holmes.

THE HOUNDS OF THE BASKERVILLES

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company

The Story: The legendary detective Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Dr. Watson are on the job to investigate the mysterious case of the “hound of hell” that stalks the moors. This fast-paced farcical adaptation of the classic novel is performed by only three actors tackling dozens of roles. Physical humor and visual gags will make this production a laugh out loud treat this summer. Will the courageous detective and his men survive the mystery of Baskerville Hall…and each other? The game is afoot in the regional premiere.
The Dates: July 20-Aug. 12, 2012
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…CLOSING THIS WEEK

HOW DO YOU SPELL M-U-R-D-E-R?

Falcon Theatre

The Story: This 1920s caper rolls into action when two couples arrive on a paddlewheel steamboat, headed for Cincinnati. An unexpected guest also arrives on the levee, and one of the guests turns up dead! How is this group of strangers connected to the murder? During each performance, the audience gets to play detective, review all the clues, interrogate the suspects, and with five possible endings, decide who committed the crime. If you enjoy solving the mystery, we want you!
The Dates: July 13-Aug. 4, 2012
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THE WEDDING SINGER

Cincinnati Young People’s Theatre

The Story: In THE WEDDING SINGER, it’s 1985 and rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party, until his own fiancee leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie makes every wedding as disastrous as his own.
The Dates: July 27-Aug. 5, 2012
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