Coming Up in Cincinnati Theatre: June 18-24

…BLINK AND YOU’LL MISS

MURDER WITH A TWIST

The Whodunnit? Players

The Story: You are cordially invited to join Richard Toomie for the opening of his posh new martini bar, Twist. Twist is sure to be the next hot spot and things are about to get even hotter! Big Dick’s personal life is nearly as twisted as his lemon peels and some of the guests at his opening gala would not mind seeing him choke on a cocktail onion. Who has the best motive for murder?
The Date: June 23, 2012
Tickets and More Information: The Whodunnit? Players | BTC page |

…NEW THIS WEEK

THE PRODUCERS

Commonwealth Artists Summer Theatre

The Story: A down-on-his-luck Broadway producer, Max Bialystock, and a nerdy, young accountant, Leo Bloom, who concoct a scheme to raise thousands of dollars from backers and then put on a flop of a show. With all the money that will be leftover, the pair will be rich! Only one thing goes wrong: the show is a gigantic hit!
The Dates: June 22-July 1, 2012
Tickets and More Information: Commonwealth Artists Summer Theatre | BTC page |

…CONTINUING

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE

Showboat Majestic

The Story: Meet the charming and innocent ladies who populate their cellar with the remains of socially and religiously “acceptable” roomers; the antics of their brother who thinks he is Teddy Roosevelt; and the murderous activities of the psychotic other brother, Jonathon.
The Dates: June 13-July 1, 2012
Tickets and More Information: Showboat Majestic | BTC page |

THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)

Cincinnati Shakespeare Company

The Story: Three actors on a mission: to bring the entirety of Shakespeare’s canon to the stage in a single evening of theatre. Audiences will follow along as they careen wildly through all the comedies, histories and tragedies using a trunkful of props, wigs, and ridiculous costumes. Full of clever quips as well as silly slapstick, the script’s affectionate and irreverent treatment of Shakespeare’s plays has made it one of the most popular shows in America and England.
The Dates: June 8-30, 2012
Tickets and More Information: Cincinnati Shakespeare Company | BTC page |

NEXT TO NORMAL

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati

The Story: The Goodmans seem like a perfect family. The only problem is that sometimes mom seems, well…a little too happy. Fresh from a remarkable Broadway run comes one of the most lauded musicals of the new century! With provocative lyrics and an electrifying score that includes more than 30 original songs, this thrilling, emotional powerhouse of a musical is a story about the stop/start life of a bipolar mother as she rides the sharp edge between coping and insanity.
The Dates: June 15-July 1, 2012
Tickets and More Information: Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati | BTC page |

THE SECOND CITY: LESS PRIDE MORE PORK

Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park

The Story: The world’s premier comedy company will again set its razor-sharp sights on Cincinnati. What’s left to skewer? The Second City was in town long enough to know they haven’t come close to exhausting the material. Not to mention, between now and opening night, entire sports seasons will come and go, politicians will star on reality shows and streetcars may (or may not) be on track. The future holds nothing but promise for comedy at our expense. 
The Dates: April 29-July 1, 2012
Tickets and More Information: Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park | BTC listing

…ENDING THIS WEEK

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

Xenia Area Community Theatre

The Story: The plot revolves around two pairs of lovers, Beatrice and Benedick and Claudio and Hero. The story focuses on obstacles to the union of the two young lovers – Claudio and Hero. The love-hate relationship of Beatrice and Benedick features the traditional war of the sexes. Benedick thinks he hates Beatrice but really loves her and Beatrice who thinks she hates Benedick but really loves him.
The Dates: June 15-24, 2012
Tickets and More Information: Xenia Area Community Theatre | BTC page |

PLAZA SUITE

Commonwealth Theatre Company

The Story: In one of Neil Simon’s most popular comedies, hilarity ensues as we glimpse into the relationships of three couples who occupy the same suite at the Plaza Hotel. There is a suburban couple who find themselves in the same suite where they honeymooned 23 years earlier. Next is a Hollywood producer who, after three marriages, is looking for an encounter. And, finally, a mother and father struggling to get their bride-to-be daughter out of the locked bathroom.
The Dates: June 6-24, 2012
Tickets and More Information: Commonwealth Theatre Company | BTC page |

…COMING SOON

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

Kincaid Regional Theatre

The Dates: July 7-28, 2012
Tickets and More Information: Kincaid Regional Theatre | BTC page |

THE FOREIGNER

Commonwealth Theatre Company

The Dates: July 5-22, 2012
Tickets and More Information: Commonwealth Theatre Company | BTC page |