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Playhouse South

Coming Up in Dayton Theatre – 03/24 – 04/06

March 24, 2011 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

THURSDAY, MARCH 24 – WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6, 2011

Rainbow Bricks

Limestone Bricks: rainbow base painting (Photo Credit: Denise Yvette Serna)

When I wandered into the theatre today, a scenic artist was busily painting a stone wall – with nearly every color of the rainbow, rather than a traditional brick red or tan. The stones looked gorgeous, although not yet like the limestone bricks on the set model. “Real bricks aren’t flat – they’re unique,” she said, explaining her process of basing the bricks with rainbow scumbling, then applying multiple washes to mute the colors but bring out the pigments and bright undertones. However, when the set is complete, audience members will never know just how many layers were essential to make such a realistic stone wall.

So many layers and colors go into every one of these shows, as well. From the sound designer to the box office intern to the actors and directors, shows are necessarily collaborative and layered, to an extreme. Often, we are never aware of these affectations, but each one contributes to the show that we see.

Limestone bricks: completed! (Photo Credit: Denise Yvette Serna)

Likewise, we and the people around us bear the same intricacies and layers. We are products of years of existence and influence; each personal experience has added color to the scumbled wall that is a life. Part of the magic of theatre is its influential power to reflect people; part of that, and of shows in general, illustrates the deep and layered nature of those other human beings around us. It does this not only through the literal act of a show, but also through the subtle things, like the rainbow layers underneath the bricks.

This week, go see one of the following shows. Whether exploring cupcakes, alcoholism, or sex, each one deals in some way with real people, in all of their layers and depth; therefore, through them, we can better understand the people and world around us. You could even take a friend or two to one of the shows below, then discuss it over drinks or dinner afterward. Understand the layers, one at a time.

Another Openin’, Another Show

…SHOWS OPENING SOON

Bill W. and Dr. Bob

DAYTON PLAYHOUSE

Bill W & Dr. Bob: DPH

The Story: Bill W. – famous New York stockbroker who loses everything in the 1929 crash, then turns to alcohol – and Dr. Bob Smith – Ohio surgeon who often operates hung over – meet and form a relationship, each helping to keep the other sober. This courageously blunt, uncompromisingly straight forward docu-drama explores the lives of these two men and the history of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Dates: April 1 – 3, 2011 (Season Extra)
Tickets and More Information: 937-424-8477, Dayton Playhouse

The Boys Next Door

DAYTON THEATRE GUILD

The Story: Four emotionally and/or mentally challenged men live together as part of an independent living program; social worker Jack attempts to guide them in their distinct trials and pursuit of a happier life.
Dates: April 1 – 17, 2011
Tickets and More Information: 937-278-5993 or Dayton Theatre Guild

Joseph: PHS

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

PLAYHOUSE SOUTH

The Story: This musical, the first collaboration between Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, explores the Biblical saga of Joseph through an exciting variety of musical styles. The prophetic Joseph is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, where he “endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged” as he struggles to survive in a new land and move past his brothers’ betrayal.
Dates: March 25 – April 9, 2011
Tickets and More Information: Playhouse South

…SHOWS CLOSING SOON

Pinkalicious!

TOWN HALL THEATRE – LANDMARK CHILDREN’S THEATRE

Photo Credit: Mike Long

The Story: Young Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes, even though her parents and friends warn her to stop. But when she wakes up one morning to discover she has turned bright pink from head to toe, her doctor diagnoses her with Pinkitis. In this adaptation of the beloved children’s book, families see if there can ever be too much of a good thing.
Dates: March 11 – 27, 2011
Tickets: (937) 433-8957
More Information: Town Hall Theatre: Pinkalicious

Part of it All

…AUDITIONS AND CASTING CALLS

Encore Theater Company: Summer Mainstage Season

The Basics: Altar Boyz. In My Blood. Pump up the Volume. The Consequences. In its exciting 2011 season, ETC collaborates with Sinclair Community College and the Human Race Theatre Company to bring Dayton several developing and contemporary musicals throughout the summer.
Auditions: March 27 – 29, 2011 (schedule appointment)
More Information: Encore Theater Company

One Short Day

…SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE THEATRICALLY MINDED

Avenue Q

VICTORIA THEATRE ASSOCIATION

The Story: Princeton moves to NYC with bright eyes, big dreams, and a tiny bank account, and ends up on Avenue Q, where everyone is looking for the same things: a decent job, a stable relationship, and a “purpose.” Sponsored by Logos@Work, Square One Salon & Spa, and with DaytonMostMetro.com as media sponsor, this national touring production of the sassy, irreverently hilarious puppet show that took Broadway by storm explores the ups and downs of life and “the real world.”
Date: March 30, 2011 – One Night Only!
Tickets: Ticket Center Stage , but they’re almost sold out!
More Information: DMM Feature

~KN

Filed Under: On Stage Dayton Previews, The Featured Articles Tagged With: arts, Dayton, Dayton Ohio, Dayton Playhouse, dayton theatre guild, Encore Theater Co., Playhouse South, Schuster Performing Arts Center, Theater, Things to Do, Town Hall Theatre, Victoria Theatre

Coming Up in Dayton Theatre: 01/27 – 02/09

January 28, 2011 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

WSU: Jekyll and Hyde (Photo Credit Wright State University)

WSU: Jekyll and Hyde (Photo Credit Wright State University)

Thursday, January 27  – Wednesday, February 9, 2011

It seems like it’s the beginning of that time of year when hours pass too slowly and days even more so. There’s been snow on the ground for the majority of several months, but its melting seems too far in the future to even consider. The excitement of the holidays has been over for a month, and there aren’t any special events or vacations to which to look forward for quite a while. However, the plays that are up in Dayton over the next two weeks are perfect distractions from those winter doldrums, and whether you’re in the mood for a fun musical spectacle (Hello, Dolly!) or a tale of intense inner torment (Jekyll & Hyde), there’s a show for you. So… what do you plan on seeing?

Another Openin’, Another Show

…SHOWS OPENING SOON

Twelfth Night

HUMAN RACE THEATRE COMPANY

The Story: After being shipwrecked, Viola pretends to be her drowned brother. When she falls in love with her employer, for whom she’s delivering love notes to the Lady Olivia, the result is a classic love triangle in this hilarious Shakespearean comedy of mistaken (and disguised) identities. HRTC sets this production in 1927 America, complete with speakeasies, tights, and all the music of the Roaring Twenties!
Dates: January 27 – February 13.
Tickets: Ticket Center Stage
More Information: Human Race Theatre Company: Twelfth Night

25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

DPH: Spelling Bee

David Thomas as Leaf Coneybear (Photo Credit John Gebhardt)

DAYTON PLAYHOUSE

The Story: Six eclectic students in the throes of puberty compete (along with some volunteer audience members) in pursuit of spelling bee fame; the adults and hosts aren’t so far from childhood themselves! In this fun and interactive musical, the students learn where they can stand out and fit in all at the same time.
Dates: January 28 through February 13; Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Sundays at 2:00 pm.
Tickets and More Information: Dayton Playhouse, call the box office at (937) 424-8477, or win some free through my DMM feature, s-y-n-e-r-g-y and spelling .

The Octette Bridge Club

BEAVERCREEK COMMUNITY THEATRE

The Story: Eight sisters in a small Rhode Island town meet twice a month for bridge and gossip; in this play set in the context of the World Wars, we see them grow closer and apart, and how their selves, relationships, and world change between 1934 and 1944.
Dates: January 27 – February 6, 2011
Tickets and More Information: Beavercreek Community Theatre

Hello, Dolly!

CEDARVILLE UNIVERSITY

Cedarville University: Hello, DollyThe Story: Dolly Levi, adored by all (especially the waiters at the Harmonia Gardens Restaurant) is a self-termed meddler, but this time, she’s scheming to arrange her own marriage, to the well-known and rich Horace Vandergelder. In this optimistic and fun musical, Dolly charms (and meddles) her way into his heart, setting up a few other matches along the way.
Dates: February 3 – 5, 10 – 12; curtains at 8:00 pm, with additional Saturday performances at 2:00 pm. Call for info on additional student and senior citizen matinees.
Tickets: Cedarville University: Tickets
More Information: Cedarville University: Theatre Season and watch for a behind-the-scenes preview article here next week!

…SHOWS CLOSING SOON

I Hate Hamlet

PLAYHOUSE SOUTH

The Story: In this dramatic comedy, television actor Andrew Rally is struggling in his professional and private lives, attempting to play the role of Hamlet (which he hates) and deal with his girlfriend’s unrelenting chasteness. The dilemma deepens when the ghost of John Barrymore appears to try to convince Andrew to persevere in the role… while an old deal-making friend suddenly offers Andrew the chance at a new television deal.
Dates: January 21 – 23, 28 – 29, 2011
Tickets: 888-262-3792
More Information: Playhouse South

Jekyll & Hyde

WSU: Jekyll & Hyde

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

The Story: Dr. Henry Jekyll studies what he perceives to be a dichotomous nature in humans, comprising good and evil; when he attempts to separate them, “he unwittingly unleashes his dark, inner self: the murderous Edward Hyde” (WSU). In this intense and thrilling musical, he battles that self and the destructiveness Hyde unleashes.
Dates: continues through Sunday, January 30.
Tickets: (937) 775-2500 (good luck getting them, but it’s worth trying)
More Information: (937) 775-3072 or DMM Review

Part of it All

…AUDITIONS AND CASTING CALLS

Beyond Therapy, by Christopher Durang

DAYTON PLAYHOUSE

Auditions: February 1 & 2, 7:00 pm
Performances: March 11 – 20, 2011
The Story: Manhattanites Prudence and Bruce, both seeking stable romantic relationships with their psychiatrists’ help, place personal ads. After a disastrous meeting, the two flee back to their respective therapists, who may just be more troubled than their patients. Although Prudence and Bruce overcome their mutual loathing, in true Durang fashion, the chaos doesn’t end.
Directed by Kim Warrick
More Information: Dayton Playhouse: Auditions
Cait Doyle

ONE SHORT DAY

…SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE THEATRICALLY MINDED


Cait Doyle’s Hot Mess in Manhattan

ENCORE THEATER COMPANY

The Story: Carrie Bradshaw is a Lie. In  this stylistically encompassing new musical, we journey through the wilds of New York City life in an honest, hilarious, contemporary, and touching look at one woman’s interaction with the city that never sleeps. Encore Theater Company is pleased to be the host theatre for the out-of-town tryout of this New York bound musical.
Date: Saturday, February 12, 8pm at Sinclair Community College (Building 8)
Tickets: http://brushfire.e-vent.info/Events/Sinclair/Start.aspx
More Information: Encore Theater Company

Filed Under: On Stage Dayton Previews, The Featured Articles Tagged With: Beavercreek Community Theatre, Cedarville University, Dayton Playhouse, Encore Theater Co., Playhouse South, The Human Race Theatre Co., Wright State

Jane’s Best Bets (1/26 – 1/30)

January 25, 2011 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Photo Credit: Alli Shillito

It’s that time of year when many of us have already failed on our New Year’s resolutions.  If you fall into this category, then perhaps you’ve already been sampling some different foods as part of Restaurant Week, one of the many events going on in the Miami Valley!

On Wednesday, if you can’t find something you’d like to eat as part of the 2011 Winter Restaurant Week (which would mean you are too picky!), there are also other food specials, such as Oyster Bar Happy Hour at Dorothy Lane Market, Bang Bang Shrimp Wednesday at Bonefish Grill, and All You Can Eat-Ribs, Chicken or Pork at Bullwinkle’s.  If you would rather consume your calories through drinking, participate in the Wine Tasting at Bruning’s Wine Cellar, the Weekly Wine Tasting at The Wine Gallery, or Wine Down Weekdays at Savona Restaurant & Wine Bar.  Or check out Green Drinks Dayton at Norton’s, where the environmental manager for the City of Dayton will be speaking.  If you’re feeling overloaded with all that paperwork on the job (I know I do a lot of the time!), attend/view the online webinar, Take charge of your paperwork in 2011!  And for all you adventure movie lovers, be sure to check out the movie Ride the Divide at The Neon.

On Thursday, make a trip to PNC 2nd Street Market for their Soup Sampling and Recipes.  Attend Lunch and Learn: Incredible Edibles at Cox Arboretum to find out techniques for building a vegetable garden.  After all, spring is right around the corner.  Sorry, that was a lie, but let us at least think that!  If your New Year’s resolution involves improving your finances, attend the Dayton Metro Library’s Financial Literacy Class.  And in case you were wondering if that event would fit into your budget, you’ll be glad to know that it is free!  Enjoy happy hour and do some Networking with Dayton’s Marketing Professionals at Fox and Hound.  Hear poets and vocalists perform as part of Chris Wiley: Poetry in Motion at De’Lish.  I’m not sure if they’re talking about tape or liquor, but if you like scotch, then attend the Scotch Tasting/Class at Boston’s Bistro.  And for a couple theater options…at Wright State, you can see Jekyll & Hyde or you can go to The Loft Theatre for  Twelfth Night, which is actually taking place on the 27th night of the month.

On Friday, join fellow young professionals for the Gen D 4th Friday Lunch Speaker Series, in which former Governor Taft will be talking about Education and Innovation. In the evening, go out to dinner with friends or that special someone as part of 2011 Winter Restaurant Week.  If you’re on a budget but still want to try some good food, many restaurants are offering two dinners for the price of one!  After dinner, catch one of the many shows going on in town, including The Berenstain Bears Onstage: A Bear Country Musical (which was one of my favorite book series growing up!) at Town Hall Theatre, the Dayton Opera’s Fidelio at the Schuster Center, I Hate Hamlet at Playhouse South, Jekyll & Hyde at Wright State, Twelfth Night at The Loft Theatre, or The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee at Dayton Playhouse.  I’ve always heard that Bridge is for old people, so if you’re old, check out The Octette Bridge Club at Beavercreek Community Theatre.  If you’re young though, don’t worry…I don’t think they card!  Over at Alex’s on 725, get your dancing shoes ready as the band Off the Hook will be performing.  If you love Dayton music, make your way to Canal Street Tavern for Dayton Does Dayton!  And if you’re a Rascal Flatts fan like me, be sure to get tickets to see them perform at the Nutter Center as part of their “Nothing Like This” Tour!

On Saturday, if you don’t mind being super cold, help support the Special Olympics by participating in Freezin’ For A Reason- 2011 Polar Plunge at Caesar’s Creek.  Again for some theater/musical performances, check out The Berenstain Bears Onstage at Town Hall Theatre, Jekyll & Hyde at Wright State, The Octette Bridge Club at the Beavercreek Community Theatre, I Hate Hamlet at The Playhouse South, Jekyll & Hyde at Wright State University, The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee at Dayton Playhouse, or Twelfth Night at The Loft Theatre.  If you want to drink wine but want to help counteract the killing of your brain cells, head to the Boonshoft Museum for the Science of Wine.  Over at the Dayton Masonic Center, join the wonderful jumpstART with their Jump into Bluegrass for discounted tickets to see bluegrass superstar Ricky Skaggs!  Or if you want to be a cowboy baby, “moooo”ve over to the Nutter Center to see Kid Rock.  If you have some “spare” time and would like to “strike” up a conversation with some other young professionals, come to Woodman Lanes for Generation Dayton Goes Bowling!  After you “split”, head to the St. Helen’s Fish Fry or to the Christopher Club for the Knights of Columbus 4022 Fish Fry.

On Sunday, take it easy with Gentle Yoga at the Sri Yoga Center.  If you still don’t know how to skate (don’t worry, I’m in that bunch too!), attend Fundamentals of Skating at RiverScape.  Again, there will be a multitude of shows to see, including Jekyll & Hyde at Wright State University, The Berenstain Bears Onstage at Town Hall Theatre, The 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee at Dayton Playhouse, Twelfth Night at The Loft Theatre, the Dayton Opera’s Beethoven’s Fidelio at the Schuster Center, and The Octette Bridge Club at Beavercreek Community Theatre.  And finally, for a “purr-fectly” good time, help support the Humane Society of Greater Dayton by coming to the Cat Walk 2011: Diva Las Vegas, in which Dayton’s top hair salons compete on the catwalk!  There will be music, drinks, food, dancing, and live entertainment!

And now it’s time for the Dumb Joke of the Week. Drum roll please…

Why is a moon rock tastier than an earth rock?

Because it’s a little meteor.

These are just a few best bets from the DMM Calendar.  There are plenty more events listed there, so if you haven’t, I encourage you to check it out today!  Also, if you have an event to share or promote, please submit it– it’s great marketing and better yet, it’s FREE!  And finally, if you have a dumb joke to share, I’m all ears!

Have a great week Dayton!

Filed Under: DMM's Best Bets Tagged With: 2011 Miami Valley Winter Restaurant Week, Bang Bang Shrimp Wednesdays, Beavercreek Community Theatre, Berenstain Bears Onstage, Bonefish Grill, Bruning's Wine Cellar, CatWalk 2011, Dayton Fish Fries, dayton metro library, Dayton Opera, Dorothy Lane Market, Generation Dayton Speaker Series, Humane Society of Greater dayton, Norton's, Playhouse South, Savona Restaurant & Wine Bar, The Loft Theatre, Town Hall Theatre

Coming Up in Dayton Theatre – 01/13 – 01/26

January 13, 2011 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

Muse Machine: Into the Woods

Muse Machine: Into the Woods / Photo Credit: Muse Machine

Thursday, January 13, 2011 – Wednesday, January 26, 2011

At tonight’s rehearsal for the show I’m stage managing, we ran Act I in its entirety for the first time. Sitting with my prompt book and taking notes, I couldn’t help but feel hopeful at the way this collection of scenes and songs we’ve been working on since November, in some small way at least, is becoming a show. It’s exciting, but also intimidating. Somehow it’s 2011 already, time to start meeting those resolutions and accomplishing things. The holidays are over and things we began last year, when 2011 seemed some part of the future, are now part of the present. Some days I feel like life is moving too quickly, and it’s all I can do just to keep up.

But, the shows in Dayton these next few weeks seem perfect for how I’ve been feeling already. From the comedy to the mystery, I think the theatres have hit the vast spread of emotions that come with the new year, and that’s true for other people and situations. So, you should join me in catching one of these shows over the next two weeks – or, if you’re in the mood for a little something more, audition for one of them yourself.

ANOTHER OPENIN’, ANOTHER SHOW

…Shows Opening Soon

I Hate Hamlet

PLAYHOUSE SOUTHPHS: I Hate Hamlet

The Story: In this dramatic comedy, television actor Andrew Rally is struggling in his professional and private lives, attempting to play the role of Hamlet (which he hates) and deal with his girlfriend’s unrelenting chasteness. The dilemma deepens when the ghost of John Barrymore appears to try to convince Andrew to persevere in the role… while an old deal-making friend suddenly offers Andrew the chance at a new television deal.

Dates: January 21 – 23, 28 – 29, 2011

Tickets: 888-262-3792

More Information: Playhouse South

…Shows Closing Soon

Into the Woods

Muse: Into the Woods

Students rehearse for Into the Woods (photo credit Muse Machine).

MUSE MACHINE

The Story: After a Witch curses a Baker and his wife with childlessness, the couple embarks on a quest for special objects from classic fairy tales to break the spell, stealing from and lying to Cinderella, Little Red, Rapunzel, and Jack (of beanstalk fame). But the characters didn’t count on the consequences of their actions or the disasters that would ensue…

Dates: January 13 – 16, 2011

Tickets:(937) 228-3630 or Ticket Center Stage: Muse Machine

More Information: Muse Machine: Into the Woods, DMM Feature, DMM Event

Ravenscroft

DAYTON THEATRE GUILD

The Story: In this comedy about deception and the nature of truth, DTG: Ravenscroftwhen Inspector Ruffing is called to a remote English county manor house to investigate the death of Patrick Roarke, he becomes involved in the lives of five alluring and dangerous women who lead him through an evening of contradictory versions of Patrick’s demise, including ghosts, skeletons, and much more than he bargained for. (DTG)

Dates: January 7 – 23, 2011

Tickets: 937-278-5993 or DTG Box Office

More Information: Dayton Theatre Guild: Ravenscroft, DMM Review, DMM Event

PART OF IT ALL

…Auditions and Casting Calls

Titus Andronicus

SPRINGFIELD STAGEWORKS

William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare

Auditions: January 17 & 18, 2011, 7:00 pm

Performances: April 14 – 23, 2011

The Story: In this intense Shakespearean classic, Roman war general Titus Andronicus has just returned from battle to find all but four of his twenty sons dead; his ritual sacrifice of the sons of Tamora, Queen of the Goths, earns him her despise and promise of revenge. What follows is an insane struggle of power and betrayal in this gritty tragedy.

Directed by Larry Coressel

More Information: Springfield StageWorks: Auditions

Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

PLAYHOUSE SOUTH

Auditions: January 24 & 25, 2011; callbacks January 26

Performances: March 25 – April 9, 2011

The Story: This musical, the first collaboration between Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice, explores the Biblical saga of Joseph through an exciting variety of musical styles. The prophetic Joseph is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, where he “endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged” as he struggles to survive in a new land and move past his brothers’ betrayal.

Directed by Jennifer Skudlarek

More Information: Playhouse South

ONE SHORT DAY

…Special Events for the Theatrically Minded

3 Mo’ Divas

3 Mo' Divas

3 Mo' Divas (Photo Credit Douglas Brown, 2008)

VICTORIA THEATRE ASSOCIATION – SCHUSTER CENTER

The Basics: According to VTA, “Delivering ten musical styles spanning 200 years in one evening, these three ladies–all classically trained vocalists–will raise the roof with their class, sass and style! 3 Mo’ Divas is a one-night-only concert that delivers some stupendous genre-jumping feats, from opera to R&B, from Broadway to blues, from soul to gospel and more.”

Date: January 16, 2011

Tickets: Ticket Center Stage

More information: Victoria Theatre Association: 3 Mo’ Divas , 3 Mo’ Divas official website, DMM Event

Filed Under: On Stage Dayton, On Stage Dayton Previews, The Featured Articles Tagged With: arts, Dayton, dayton theatre guild, Events, Muse Machine, Playhouse South, Schuster Performing Arts Center, springfield stageworks, Theater, Things to Do, Victoria Theatre Association

Coming Up in Dayton Theatre 11/11-11/24

November 11, 2010 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2010 – WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Dayton Playhouse: W;t

Dayton Playhouse: W;t (Photo Credit Art Fabian)

The last few weeks, I’ve been recovering from surgery, a process that has been unfortunately long, stressful, and exhausting. But in the midst of that, I had the opportunity to see the national tour of Spring Awakening at the Victoria Theatre last week, and for those two and a half hours, I forgot my pain and exhaustion as I watched and enjoyed an amazing piece of art. The experience reminded me of the incredible power of theatre, and how moving and cathartic seeing a show can be.

We all have plenty of stresses in our lives, and theatre can be a great way to cast those aside for a few hours as we lose ourselves in a show, many of which will still teach us something about life and ourselves in the process. Whether you want to do that by laughing (Anything Goes) or crying (Wit), there’s a show for you in Dayton these next two weeks. And, performing in a show can be just as cathartic, so be sure to check out the auditions below, too.

Another Openin’, Another Show

…SHOWS OPENING SOON

W;t

DAYTON PLAYHOUSE

The Story: English professor Dr. Vivian Bearing has just been diagnosed with Stage IV ovarian cancer; words and her wit are her only defense, since the hospital gown and Boston Red Sox cap cannot protect her from a body that has turned into an enemy and a cure that may be worse than the disease. Ultimately, “we uncover a new appreciation for the simple, the maudlin, and the kind, and see the triumph of the human spirit.”

Dates: November 12 – 21, 2010

Tickets: (937) 424-8477

More Information: Dayton Playhouse: W;t


The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs

TOWN HALL THEATRE – LANDMARK CHILDREN’S THEATRETown Hall: Three Little Pigs

The Story: When Piggsylvania’s highest court puts him on trial, things don’t look so good for Alexander T. Wolf —  everyone from judge Prudence Pig to the court reporter is rooting into the truth about his so-called terrible deeds! In this fresh musical adaptation of the familiar story, audience members (ages 4+) decide the way the story ends.

Dates: November 19 (7 pm), 20 – 21 (3 pm), in special performances at the Schuster Center’s Mathile Theatre

Tickets: Ticket Center Stage or call 937-228-3630

More Information: Town Hall Theatre, Victoria Theatre Association: Three Little Pigs

…SHOWS CLOSING SOON

Anything Goes

WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

WSU: Anything Goes

Anything Goes (Photo Credit WSU)

The Story: In this musical set aboard an ocean liner bound from New York to London, Billy Crocker is a stowaway in love with heiress Hope Harcourt, who is unfortunately engaged to Lord Evelyn Oakleigh; former Evangelist turned nightclub singer Reno Sweeney falls in love with Lord Evelyn; gangster Moonface Martin attempts to escape the law, and Hope’s mother only desires to maintain her social standing.

Dates: October 28 – November 14

Tickets: 937 775-2500

More Information: Wright State University: Theatre season

Part of it All

…AUDITIONS AND CASTING CALLS

I Hate Hamlet

PLAYHOUSE SOUTH

Auditions: Nov 15 & 16, 2010, 7:00 pm

Performances: January 21-23 & 28-29, 2011.

Directed by Ray Gambrel

The Story: In this dramatic comedy, television actor Andrew Rally is struggling in his professional and private lives, attempting to play the role of Hamlet (which he hates) and deal with his girlfriend’s unrelenting chasteness. The dilemma deepens when the ghost of John Barrymore appears to try to convince Andrew to persevere in the role… while an old deal-making friend suddenly offers Andrew the chance at a new television deal.

More Information: Playhouse South: I Hate Hamlet, DMM Event

The Octette Bridge Club

The Spitfire Grill at BCT

The Spitfire Grill at BCT (Sept 2010)

BEAVERCREEK COMMUNITY THEATRE

Auditions: November 15 & 16, 2010, 7:00 pm

Performances: January 28 – February 6, 2011

Directed by Jim Lockwood

The Story: Eight sisters in a small Rhode Island town meet twice a month to play bridge and gossip; the ten year span of the show, exploring the eras of WWI and WWII, shows the changes in the sisters, their relationships, and the world.

More Information: Beavercreek Community Theatre: Auditions

One Short Day

…SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE THEATRICALLY MINDED

An Evening with Sutton Foster

SPRINGFIELD ARTS COUNCIL

Sutton FosterThe Basics: Broadway sensation Sutton Foster, known for originating roles in four shows, performs selections from her debut solo album, “Wish,” in a night of laughter and music. Music Director Michael Rafter accompanies Sutton on the piano in this evening filled with some of Broadway’s best.

Date: November 13, 8:00 pm

Tickets: 937-328-3874

More Information: Springfield Arts Council, DMM Feature

Broadway Rocks

DAYTON PHILHARMONIC

The Basics: In this dynamic review, four top-notch Broadway vocalists join the DPO: Broadway RocksDayton Philharmonic in an evening of musical theatre classics from shows such as Wicked, Rent, Tommy, Phantom of the Opera, The Wiz, Mamma Mia, and more, backed by a full orchestra and chorus.

Date: November 12 & 13, 8:00 pm

Tickets and More Information: 888-228-3630, Dayton Philharmonic, DMM Feature

SUBMITTED PRESS RELEASE

Would you like to submit theater news for DaytonMostMetro.com’s onStageDayton features?  Email Shane, Dave & Katherine at onStageDayton@gmail.com

~KN

onStageDaytonKatherine Nelson is a senior theatre major at Cedarville University who focuses on performance, playwriting, and stage management. She’s the Literary Intern with locally based Encore Theater Company, where contributors Shane Anderson and David Brush also work. The local theater company recently moved into the new arts collective space in the Oregon Arts District, along with Zoot Theatre Co & Rhythm In Shoes. Encore Theater Company has a mission to help develop new works of musical theater, most recently Next Thing You Know and The Proof, two new musicals in development.

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Coming Up in Dayton Theatre

October 20, 2010 By Dayton937 1 Comment

HRTC: The 39 Steps

Human Race Theatre Company: The 39 Steps

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2010 – TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2010

This is the week for theatre, evidently… looking at the show dates below, you could see a different show during every performance time on every weekend day, and still not be able to catch everything that’s up. Six shows are opening this weekend, and those could keep you busy from now until my next onStageDayton update, let alone trying to fit in closing shows or special events!

So, what are you waiting for? Go get tickets to one (or two or all) of these great shows! After all, there are plenty to choose from…

Another Openin’, Another Show

…SHOWS OPENING SOON

The Sugar Witch

DAYTON THEATRE GUILD

The Story: Dark family secrets are revealed and unusual passions are Sugar Witchignited as a family is forced to confront madness, truth, and the destructive legacy of racism, while the spirits of the dead walk the dark Florida Swamp, haunting the hearts of all who reside there.

Dates: October 22, 23, 29 & November 5 at 8:00 pm; October 30 & November 6 at 5:00 pm; October 24, 31 and November 7 at 3:00 pm

Tickets: DTG Box Office or 937-278-5993

More Information: http://www.daytontheatreguild.org/, DaytonMostMetro Event Calendar

The Diviners

UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON

The Story: In a small Depression era farming community, a boy with the gift of divining water develops a friendship with a drifting, charismatic but disillusioned preacher; when the townspeople embrace the drifter as the answer to their prayers, the choice leads to a tragic climax.

Dates: October 22-23 and 28 – 30, 8:00 pm; October 24, 7:00 pm, in the Kennedy Union Boll Theatre

Tickets and More Information: Kennedy Union box office, 937-229-2545

Messiah on the Frigidaire

BEAVERCREEK COMMUNITY THEATRE (Edge of the Creek)

BCT Spitfire GrillThe Story: After the image of Jesus appears on a trailer park refrigerator, a frenzy of conflict, communion, and good old fashioned commerce is set in motion, as three friends are forced to come to grips with their lowly status in the caste system of the rural south.

Dates: October 22 – 31, Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 pm and Sundays at 3:00 pm

Tickets: Box office, 937-429-4737

More Information: Beavercreek Community Theatre

The True Story of the Three Little Pigs

TOWN HALL CHILDREN’S THEATRE

The Story: When Piggsylvania’s highest court puts him on trial, things don’t look so good for Alexander T. Wolf when TH: Three Little Pigseveryone from judge Prudence Pig to the court reporter is rooting into the truth about his so-called terrible deeds! In this fresh musical adaptation of the familiar story, audience members (ages 4+) decide the way the story ends.

Dates: October 22 – November 7, 2010: Fridays at 7:00 pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 3:00 pm, with a special family matinee on Saturday, October 23 at 11:00 am.

Tickets: Town Hall Theatre or 937-433-8957

More Information: Town Hall Theatre: The Three Little Pigs, DaytonMostMetro Event Calendar

Flash: A New Musical

CLARK STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE

The Story: In the premiere of this new musical by CSCC professor and Springfield resident Dan Hunt, Ed, a seemingly normal man, revisits his past when all the highs and lows of his entire life flash before his eyes.

Dates: October 29-31 & November 5-7

Tickets: 937.328.3874 or Clark State

More Information: CSCC: Flash, Flash: the Musical official site

The 39 Steps

HUMAN RACE THEATRE COMPANY

HRTC: The 39 StepsThe Story: Four performers (and 150 characters), an innocent Englishman caught in a deadly ring of spies, and a pair of handcuffs that won’t seem to come off make this combination of Alfred Hitchcock and Monty Python “one of the funniest shows to hit the stage this millennium”!

Dates: October 21 – November 7, 2010

Tickets: HRTC Box Office

More information: Human Race Theatre Company, DaytonMostMetro Event Calendar

…SHOWS CLOSING SOON

Once On This Island

SINCLAIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE

The Story: Ti Moune, a peasant girl, rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of the island; when he is returned to his people, the fantastical gods and rulers of the island guide Ti Moune on a quest to test the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred, and death. (And, ETC/onStageDayton’s very own David Brush directs this musical!)

Dates: October 15 – 23, 2010

Tickets: Sinclair Box Office, (937) 512-2808 or (937) 512-2076

More Information: Sinclair: Once On This Island, DaytonMostMetro Event Calendar

Moon Over Buffalo

PLAYHOUSE SOUTH

The Story: In this farce set in 1953, after rumors begin to swirl that a famous Hollywood director will be auditioning fading acting couple George and Charlotte, misunderstandings ensue and merriment begins.

Dates: October 15 – 23; Fridays and Saturdays 8:00 pm, Sunday 2:00 pm

Tickets: Box Office, 888-262-3792

More Information: Playhouse South, DaytonMostMetro Event Calendar, DMM feature

Part of it All

…AUDITIONS AND CASTING CALLS

In the Spotlight

PLAYHOUSE SOUTH

Auditions: October 25 & 26, 2010 at 7:00 pm, at the Clark Haines Theatre, 3700 Far Hills Dr.

Performance: December 10, 2010

The Basics: Featuring the talents of dancers, singers, actors, and performers of all ages, this show highlights PHS’s 50th Anniversary/2010 season while giving a taste of what’s to come in 2011.

More Information: 888-262-3792, Playhouse South, and DaytonMostMetro Event Calendar

Ravenscroft

DAYTON THEATRE GUILD

Auditions: November 1 & 2, 2010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Dayton Theatre Guild, 430 Wayne Ave.

RavenscroftPerformances: January 7 – 23, 2011

Directed by Debra Kent

The Story: In this comedy about deception and the nature of truth, when Inspector Ruffing is called to a remote English county manor house to investigate the death of Patrick Roarke, he becomes involved in the lives of five alluring and dangerous women who lead him through an evening of contradictory versions of Patrick’s demise, including ghosts, skeletons, and much more than he bargained for.

More Information: Dayton Theatre Guild: Ravenscroft

Christmas Belles

DAYTON PLAYHOUSE

Auditions: November 1 & 2, 2010, at Dayton Playhouse, 1301 Siebenthaler Dr.

Performances: December 17 – 19, 2010

Directed by Wade Hamilton and Brian Sharp

The Story: A church Christmas program spins hilariously out of control in this Southern farce about squabbling sisters, family secrets, a surly Santa, a vengeful sheep and a reluctant Elvis impersonator.

More Information: Dayton Playhouse: Auditions

One Short Day

…SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE THEATRICALLY MINDED

The Second City: Fair and Unbalanced

THE VICTORIA THEATRE ASSOCIATION

The Basics: The Second City’s Fair & Unbalanced takes unbridled comic pleasure in the Second City: Fair and Unbalancedfoibles of our politicians, celebrities and even our significant others. No institution escapes the satiric eye of The Second City – from the blowhards of the Beltway to the Hollywood elite. Ripped from the stages of Second City’s legendary theatres in Chicago and Toronto, The Second City’s Fair & Unbalanced improv-based sketch comedy is a hilarious ride through present day America.

Date: October 23, 7:30 pm

Tickets: Ticket Center Stage, (937) 228-3630, or (888) 228-3630

More Information: Victoria Theatre Association, DaytonMostMetro Event Calendar

SUBMITTED PRESS RELEASE

Would you like to submit theater news for DaytonMostMetro.com’s onStageDayton features?  Email Shane, Dave & Katherine at onStageDayton@gmail.com

~KN

Katherine Nelson is a senior theatre major at Cedarville University who focuses on performance, playwriting, and stage management. She’s the Literary Intern with locally based Encore Theater Company, where contributors Shane Anderson and David Brush also work. The local theater company recently moved into the new arts collective space in the Oregon Arts District, along with Zoot Theatre Co & Rhythm In Shoes. Encore Theater Company has a mission to help develop new works of musical theater, most recently Next Thing You Know and The Proof, two new musicals in development.

Filed Under: On Stage Dayton, The Featured Articles Tagged With: arts, Beavercreek Community Theatre, Clark State, Dayton, dayton theatre guild, Encore Theater Co., Events, Playhouse South, sinclair community college, The Human Race Theatre Co., Theater, Things to Do, Town Hall Theatre, UD, University of Dayton

Moon Over Buffalo – and FREE TICKETS!

October 15, 2010 By Dayton937 4 Comments

Moon Over Buffalo

PLAYHOUSE SOUTH

Playhouse South: And Never Been Kissed

Playhouse South: And Never Been Kissed

George and Charlotte Hay are an acting couple (well, theirs is not quite the Lunt-Fontanne partnership) on tour in Buffalo in 1953, performing a repertory of Cyrano de Bergerac and Private Lives. Just after their relationship is threatened when George dallies with a young ingénue, they learn that famed director Frank Capra is coming to Buffalo to see their matinee performance – and possibly star them in his movie remake of The Scarlet Pimpernel. Unfortunately, it seems like everything that could go wrong does, and hilarious misunderstandings ensue.

This and next week, Playhouse South presents that story in the farce Moon Over Buffalo, written by Ken Ludwig (famed author of Lend Me a Tenor). The original production marked Carol Burnett’s return to Broadway and opened in 1995; since it’s been described as a combination of Waiting for Guffman and Noises Off, the show’s humor and success are not surprising.

A common element to Moon Over Buffalo, Waiting for Guffman, and those other shows I mentioned is the community aspect of theatre, which aligns well with PHS’s mission and goals. Actor Megan Cooper, who is new to PHS but very involved in other Dayton theatres (and in leadership with jumpstART), observed that every person in Moon Over Buffalo has a different reason for being in the show and brings a different level of experience, yet are brought together by their common passion for the collaboration and art of theatre. She added, discussing her positive experience with the show,

“People who have that much passion are great to work with.”

PHS considers itself a theatre that hinges on both the passion of participants and audience members, and strives to “get people involved in our love of theatre” (Rob Breving, Publicity).

Cooper (Roz Hay) and Breving (Paul Singer) are both cast members in this production, along with Geoff Burkman (George Hay), Joanne Augenstein (Charlotte Hay), Brad Bishop (Howard), Lisa Carter (Eileen), Terry Lupp (Ethel) and Rick Johnson (Richard Maynard). Dayton theatre veteran Jim Lockwood (2008 inductee into the Dayton Theatre Hall of Fame) directs, and Dawn Roth-Smith produces. Not only are those involved in the production a community, but audience members will find one in this show as well. Breving said,

“Being theatregoers, the audience will relate with the characters or know people like them,”

which promises to make the show even more entertaining for those who come.Playhouse South

Alongside of that “community” emphasis, PHS is really working to move forward in quality and talent, and therefore recently named Dawn Roth-Smith and Human Race resident actor Alan Bomar Jones as co-artistic directors. The theatre hopes that Moon Over Buffalo will engage and connect with audience members and be one step towards achieving those goals.

Those things aside, this show promises to be funny and enjoyable. Breving described,

“The cast has worked very hard and is truly having so much fun… It’s a show for anyone that needs a good laugh and a reminder not to take ourselves too seriously.”

WIN TICKETS TO MOON OVER BUFFALO!

Playhouse South: Rent

Playhouse South: Rent cast

Playhouse South & onStageDayton on DaytonMostMetro.com have teamed up to give you a chance to win tickets to this fun show!  We will be giving away up to three pairs of tickets! All you need to do is:

  • Share this post on Facebook or Twitter…we’ll give away a set of tickets for every 10 ’shares’ on FB/Twtr, up to 3 pairs of tickets.  Just click on the appropriate button below, it’s that easy!
  • Leave a comment, answering the following question…WHERE IS THE MOST UNIQUE PLACE YOU HAVE EITHER “MOONED” SOMEONE….OR BEEN THE UNFORTUNATE VICTIM OF A “MOONING”?
  • The deadline to enter is MIDNIGHT on SUNDAY, October 17th; tickets will be made available for the second weekend of the show.
  • (creativity counts in this forum…but we’ll be selecting winners randomly Monday morning when Bill rolls into the office!)

    Performance Information

    Moon Over Buffalo runs from October 15 – 23, with performances at 8:00 on Fridays/Saturdays and 2:00 on Sunday. Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for seniors (over 60) and $7 for students. For more information and reservations, please call the Box Office at 888-262-3792 or visit http://www.playhousesouth.org.

    SUBMITTED PRESS RELEASE

    Would you like to submit theater news for DaytonMostMetro.com’s onStageDayton features?  Email Shane, Dave & Katherine at onStageDayton@gmail.com

    ~KN

    onStageDayton on DaytonMostMetro.comKatherine Nelson is a senior theatre major at Cedarville University who focuses on performance, playwriting, and stage management. She’s the Literary Intern with locally based Encore Theater Company, where contributors Shane Anderson and David Brush also work. The local theater company recently moved into the new arts collective space in the Oregon Arts District, along with Zoot Theatre Co & Rhythm In Shoes. Encore Theater Company has a mission to help develop new works of musical theater, most recently Next Thing You Know and The Proof, two new musicals in development.

    Filed Under: On Stage Dayton Tagged With: arts, community involvement, contest, Dayton, JumpstART, Kettering, Oakwood, Play, Playhouse South, Theater, Things to Do, Win Tickets!

    Coming Up in Dayton Theatre

    October 7, 2010 By Dayton937 Leave a Comment

    August: Osage County

    August: Osage County at HRTC/WSU. Photo Credit: Scott Kimmel

    WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2010 – TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010

    CLICK HERE to learn how you can get FREE TICKETS for “Die Mommy Die!” at the Dayton Playhouse!

    To make this page an even better, more centralized place for you to come find all the latest information about what’s going on in the Dayton greater metropolitan area arts scene, we’re trying some new things with onStageDayton. These posts will now be biweekly, and we’ll continue to write regular feature articles highlighting specific things and events. Join the conversation by leaving comments, and let us know what you think. And, make sure to attend one of these great performances! There are lots to choose from…

    Another Openin’, Another Show

    …SHOWS OPENING SOON

    Die, Mommie, Die

    DAYTON PLAYHOUSE

    The Story: Glamorous but fading diva Angela Andrews murders her husband in an attempt to find happiness with her lover, but her son seeks to avenge the death by killing his mother in this off-beat, “comic-thriller-melodrama.”

    Dates: October 8 – October 17, 2010

    Tickets and More Information: Dayton Playhouse: Die, Mommie, Die

    Moon Over Buffalo

    PLAYHOUSE SOUTH

    The Story: In this story set in 1953, after rumors begin to swirl that a famous Hollywood director will be auditioning fading performers George and Charlotte, misunderstandings ensue and merriment begins.

    Dates: October 15 – 23; Fridays and Saturdays 8:00 pm, Sunday 2:00 pm

    Tickets: Box Office, 888-262-3792

    More Information: Playhouse South

    …SHOWS CLOSING SOON

    The Importance of Being Earnest

    CEDARVILLE UNIVERSITYThe Importance of Being Earnest

    The Story: A trivial comedy for serious people, this show is a romantic delight that entertains, satirizes the hypocrisy of social obligations, and comments on society’s foibles – all in the midst of mistaken identities.

    Dates: September 30 – October 9; Thurs – Fri 8:00 pm, Saturday 2:00 and 8:00 pm.

    Tickets: Cedarville Box Office

    More Information: Cedarville University Theatre

    August: Osage County

    HUMAN RACE THEATRE COMPANY & WRIGHT STATE UNIVERSITY

    August: Osage County

    Photo Credit: Scott Kimmel

    The Story: A pill-popping mother, a vanished father, and a family that personifies dysfunctional combine in this intense yet humorous drama, a collaboration between the collegiate and professional, and the regional premiere.

    Dates: September 23 – October 10. Curtain times vary; check the performance calendar.

    Tickets: WSU Box Office, (937) 775-2500

    More information: HRTC website; onStageDayton feature article, last week’s post, and DMM event.

    One Short Day

    …SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE THEATRICALLY MINDED

    Mid-Day Arts Café: Porgy & Bess

    THE VICTORIA THEATRE ASSOCIATION

    The Basics: Dayton Opera will feature songs from Porgy and Bess and a Q&A with the actors and director Gary Briggle, while you enjoy a box lunch from Citilites Restaurant & Bar and connect with others interested in the arts.

    Mid-Day Arts Cafe

    Date: Registration/Networking – 11:30 am – 12:00 pm; Performance – 12:00 – 1:00 pm

    Tickets: www.TicketCenterStage.com/ArtsCafe, (937) 228-3630.

    More Information: Victoria Theatre Association, Mid-Day Arts Cafe

    JUMP Into Dance

    JUMPSTART

    Dayton Contemporary Dance CompanyThe Basics: Young adults (20s – 30s) are invited to join with other YPs for a fantastic night of fusion including a mixture of art, dance, music, food, and fun!

    Date: Saturday, October 16. 7:30 pm show – Stivers School for the Arts; 9 pm post-show social – SideBar

    Tickets: $20 when you mention jumpstart; box office – 937-228-3232 x111

    More Information: Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, jumpstART Facebook page

    Within the Silence

    SPRINGFIELD ARTS COUNCIL & CLARK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYWithin the Silence

    The Basics: This story follows the life and dreams of a Japanese-American girl during WWII, the plight of her family in an internment camp, and her desires to rebuild her life and tell her story.

    Date: Wednesday, October 13, 7:30 pm

    Tickets: free!

    More information: Springfield Arts Council

    Part of it All

    …AUDITIONS AND CASTING CALLS

    The Last 5 Years

    SPRINGFIELD STAGEWORKS

    Auditions: October 16, 2010, 10:00 am (callbacks later, same day, if necessary)

    Performances: February 10 – 12, 2011

    Directed by James Straley & Tom Kushmaul

    The Story: Cathy is a struggling actress, Jamie a rising writer, and over the course of five years, they fall in and out of love in this emotionally powerful and intimate song cycle.

    More Information: Springfield StageWorks: Auditions

    A Christmas Carol

    BEAVERCREEK COMMUNITY THEATRE – CHILDREN’S THEATRE

    Auditions: October 19 – 20

    Performances: Dec. 3 – Dec. 12, 2010

    Directed by Teresa Connair

    The Story: Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale is told from a new perspective – a young boy’s grandfather, who uses the story of Ebenezer Scrooge to explain to his grandson why he would give his money away.

    More information: Beavercreek Community Theatre: Auditions

    ~KN

    Katherine Nelson is a senior theatre major at Cedarville University who focuses on performance, playwriting, and stage management. She’s the Literary Intern with locally based Encore Theater Company, where contributors Shane Anderson and David Brush also work. ETC recently moved into the new arts collective space in the Oregon District, along with Zoot Theatre Co. & Rhythm in Shoes. Anderson, Brush & ETC just concluded their summer season of new musicals in downtown Dayton, which featured Johnathan Larson’s RENT, [title of show] & the new musical in development Next Thing You Know.

    Filed Under: On Stage Dayton, The Featured Articles Tagged With: arts, Beavercreek Community Theatre, Cedarville University, Dayton, Dayton Playhouse, Downtown Dayton, JumpstART, Playhouse South, Springfield Arts Council, springfield stageworks, The Human Race Theatre Co., Things to Do, Victoria Theatre Association, wright state university, Young Professional, YP

    Moby Dick by Zoot Theatre Co.

    April 22, 2010 By Dayton Most Metro Leave a Comment

    Zoot Theatre Co. present "Moby Dick" April 23-25

    Zoot Theatre Co. presents "Moby Dick" April 23-25

    Hey everyone! April and May are really great months to catch great LIVE theater in the city. And there seems be something for everyone right now.
    • If you are the “blockbuster musical” type, the Broadway revival of A CHORUS LINE rolls into the Schuster next week or catch Maury Yeston’s PHANTOM which is still running at La Commedia.

    (editor’s note–La Comedia IS NOT presenting the Andrew Lloyd Weber version of “Phantom of the Opera”…yet some believe this to be the better of the two shows–you be the judge & go see them both!  The ALW version will be in town soon!)

    • If “The Bard” is more your style, then check out Springfield Stage Works’ THE TAMING OF THE SHREW which opens this weekend in the historic State Theater.
    • Looking for something a little lighter? Both Playhouse South’s AND NEVER BEEN KISSED and Beavercreek Community Theatre’s THE PATCHWORK GIRL OF OZ (children’s theater production) open this weekend.
    • Hate musicals? Like your drama pretty heavy? Definitely get over and see INDEPENDENCE at the Dayton Theatre Guild. You think your family has issues? Check out this play by Lee Blessing and you’ll feel much better!
    • But if, like me, your tastes tend to run toward the edges, I have my PICK OF THE WEEK:
    Zoot Theatre Company have made a name for themselves by using mask and puppetry in innovative and exciting ways. (If you saw their haunting re-telling of HANSEL & GRETL last season, you know what I mean).
    Zoot Theatre Co. presents "Moby Dick" April 23-25

    Zoot Theatre Co. presents "Moby Dick" April 23-25

    Opening Friday, Zoot re-imagines Herman  Melville’s American classic MOBY DICK in The Mathile Theatre (that’s the small blackbox theatre inside the Schuster Center).

    A couple of things make this even MORE intriguing. Allegedly, the adaptation is by local theatre legend Bruce Cromer and the piece is being directed by John Lavarnway. If neither of those names ring a bell to you, you’ll just have to trust us here at onStageDayton – those are two VERY good signs.

    I highly recommend catching MOBY DICK. Zoot Theatre Company is definitely poised to be a major mover and shaker.
    (this week’s ridiculously cheesy sign-off:)

    “Towards thee I roll…thou damned whale! Thus I give up the spear…and my Friday night to view thine puppets and masks at the Schuster Center…”

    Have a good weekend – and see something LIVE!

    onStageDayton…with Shane & Dave

    D.B.

    Zoot Theatre Co. presents "Moby Dick" April 23-25

    Zoot Theatre Co. presents "Moby Dick" April 23-25

    More info & tickets:

    MOBY DICK (April 23-25 – ONLY THIS WEEKEND)  & A CHORUS LINE (April 27-May 2) visit http://www.ticketcenterstage.com

    AND NEVER BEEN KISSED (April 23 – May 1) visit http://www.playhousesouth.org

    THE PATCHWORK GIRL OF OZ (April 23-May 1) visit http://www.bctheatre.org

    PHANTOM (through May 2) http://www.lacomedia.com

    INDEPENDENCE (through April 25 – CLOSING THIS WEEKEND) http://www.daytontheatreguild.org

    THE TAMING OF THE SHREW (April 22 – May 1) http://www.springfieldstageworks.org

    onStageDayton ...with Shane & Dave

    onStageDayton ...with Shane & Dave

    Shane Anderson & David Brush work with locally based Encore Theater Company. ETC recently moved into the new arts collective space in the Oregon District, along with Zoot Theatre Co. & Rhythm in Shoes. Anderson, Brush & ETC are currently preparing for their upcoming Summer season of new musicals in downtown Dayton: Johnathan Larson’s RENT, [title of show] & Next Thing You Know (a developmental production of a new musical by NYC-based writing team of Salzman & Cunningham)

    Filed Under: On Stage Dayton Tagged With: arts, Beavercreek Community Theatre, dayton theatre guild, LaComedia, Playhouse South, Schuster Performing Arts Center, TicketCenterStage, Zoot Theatre Co.

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    Darke County Fairgrounds

    Yellow Springs Farmers Market

    8:00 am
    John Bryan Community Center

    2025 Dragons 5K

    8:00 am
    Water Street District

    2nd Annual Lebanon Pride Festiva

    8:00 am
    Mulberry Plaza

    Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

    8:30 am
    Franklin Farmers Market

    Oakwood Farmers Market

    9:00 am
    Oakwood Farmers Market

    Greene County Farmers Market

    9:00 am
    Beavercreek Farmers Market

    Shiloh Farmers Market

    9:00 am
    Shiloh Church

    Yoga in the Park

    10:00 am
    RiverScape MetroPark

    Dayton’s First-Ever M Cruise-In

    10:00 am
    BMW of Dayton

    Farmers Market at The Heights

    10:00 am
    Eichelberger Amphitheater

    New Carlisle Farmer’s Market

    10:00 am
    Downtown New Carlisle

    Waynesville Street Faire

    10:00 am
    Downtown Waynesville

    Planting a Shade Garden

    10:00 am
    Cox Arboretum

    THE MARKET

    11:00 am
    Town & Country Shopping Center

    Saturday Art Hop at Art Encounters

    11:00 am
    Front Street

    Roasted Local Corn Cookout

    11:00 am
    Oakwood Dorothy Lane Market

    Greek Fest

    11:00 am
    Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church

     Smoke and Stroll Saturday

    11:00 am
    420 Dayton

    Underground Railroad Walking Tour

    11:30 am
    Springboro Area Historical Society

    Curtis Barnes, Sr., Dayton Icon Exhibit Opens

    12:00 pm
    The Dayton Art Institute

    The PhilBilly Moonshine Full Moon Festival

    12:00 pm
    Snickers Bar & Grill

    Freakin Ricans

    12:00 pm

    Road Rally Scavenger Hunt

    1:00 pm
    Kettering Recreation Complex
    + 26 More
    Ongoing

    Greenville Farm Power of the Past

    8:00 am
    Darke County Fairgrounds

    Christmas in July Half Marathon & 5K Dayton

    8:00 am
    Hollywood Gaming Dayton Raceway

    Locking Up Otis

    8:00 am
    Wright Station

    Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

    9:00 am
    Downtown Troy

    Dayton Summer Wedding Expo

    11:00 am
    Hilton Garden Inn Beavercreek

    DAYTON MAC N’ CHEESE FEST 2025

    11:00 am
    The Brightside Event & Music Venue

    Porsche and Packards

    12:00 pm
    America's Packard Museum

    Pencils and Prompts: Drawing Basics

    12:30 pm
    Dayton Society of Artists - DSA

    Tomato Workshop

    1:00 pm
    Possum Creek MetroPark

    Sketcher Social Session: Advanced Drawing

    2:30 pm
    Dayton Society of Artists - DSA

    SunDazed // a THC + music experience

    4:00 pm
    Joui Wine
    + 8 More

    Week of Events

    Mon 7

    Tue 8

    Wed 9

    Thu 10

    Fri 11

    Sat 12

    Sun 13

    July 7 - July 12

    Montgomery County Fair

    Montgomery County Fair

    July 7 - July 12

    Montgomery County Fair

    The 173rd Montgomery County Fair is back and better than ever! This 2025, we’re celebrating Red, White & Bloom with an unforgettable weekend packed...

    July 7 - July 12

    Montgomery County Fair

    July 7 - July 12

    Montgomery County Fair

    July 7 - July 12

    Montgomery County Fair

    July 10 @ 8:00 am - July 13 @ 9:00 pm

    Greenville Farm Power of the Past

    Greenville Farm Power of the Past

    July 10 @ 8:00 am - July 13 @ 9:00 pm

    Greenville Farm Power of the Past

    Antique tractor and gas engine show with flea market at the historic Darke County Fairgrounds in Greenville, OH. Daily admission...

    $5.00
    July 7 - July 12

    Montgomery County Fair

    July 10 @ 8:00 am - July 13 @ 9:00 pm

    Greenville Farm Power of the Past

    July 7 - July 12

    Montgomery County Fair

    July 10 @ 8:00 am - July 13 @ 9:00 pm

    Greenville Farm Power of the Past

    July 10 @ 8:00 am - July 13 @ 9:00 pm

    Greenville Farm Power of the Past

    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Recurring

    Color Our World – The Art of Stories

    July 7 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Recurring

    Color Our World – The Art of Stories

    Each session of this freeform art class will focus on a different children's book illustrators' works and provide children an...

    5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

    Rolling Easy

    July 7 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

    Rolling Easy

    Mobile food trailer w/ freshly made street food: crispy wonton rolls filled with fresh ingredients, prime rib sliders, grilled cheese...

    5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

    $3 Burger Night

    July 7 @ 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

    $3 Burger Night

    From 5-10pm you can choose from the following: for $3 - it's a plain burger on a bun, $4 -...

    $3
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Bourbon and Cigar Night

    July 7 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Bourbon and Cigar Night

    Choose 1 cigar Get a flight of Jefferson’s (three 1 oz pours) Sign up on Eventbrite space is limited to...

    $35
    7:15 pm

    Auditions for THE ADDAMS FAMILY: The Musical

    July 7 @ 7:15 pm

    Auditions for THE ADDAMS FAMILY: The Musical

     Performances:Weekends, September 5–21 Join us for this spooky, kooky musical comedy! We’re looking for kind, hardworking people who want to...

    Free
    7:30 pm - 11:30 pm Recurring

    Justin’s LOTD Scotch Doubles Pool Tournament

    July 7 @ 7:30 pm - 11:30 pm Recurring

    Justin’s LOTD Scotch Doubles Pool Tournament

    EVERY MONDAY NIGHT at Miami Valley Sports Bar - Justin's Famous Luck of the Draw Scotch Doubles Pool Tournament!!! Each...

    $10.00
    8:00 pm Recurring

    Monday Night Laughs!

    July 7 @ 8:00 pm Recurring

    Monday Night Laughs!

      Join us every Monday at Oregon Express for Comedy Open Mic hosted by the hilarious G-Money! Sign-ups at 8:00PM...

    11:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

    Freakin Ricans Food Truck

    July 8 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

    Freakin Ricans Food Truck

    12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

    Schmidt’s Sausage Truck

    July 8 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

    Schmidt’s Sausage Truck

    2:30 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

    Bargain Tuesday: $6.50 Movie Day

    July 8 @ 2:30 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

    Bargain Tuesday: $6.50 Movie Day

    Tuesday at the Neon in Downtown Dayton movies are just $6.50

    $6.50
    6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Tai Chi & Qigong at the River

    July 8 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Tai Chi & Qigong at the River

    Offered by Immortal Tree Qigong. Each hour-long Tai Chi & Qigong session will start with breathing exercises, warm up, and...

    Free
    6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

     Herb Garden Make & Take Workshop

    July 8 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

     Herb Garden Make & Take Workshop

     Herb Garden Make & Take Workshop Tuesday, July 8, 2025 | 6:30–8:00 PMHosted at Mystic Life | $20 per person Join...

    $20
    7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

    Trivia with Rob

    July 8 @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Recurring

    Trivia with Rob

    Come test your brain, enjoy great food and drinks, and have some fun!

    7:00 pm - 9:45 pm Recurring

    Progressive Euchre Tournament

    July 8 @ 7:00 pm - 9:45 pm Recurring

    Progressive Euchre Tournament

    Are you ready for a fun, social evening with fellow Euchre enthusiasts? Look no further! Our progressive Euchre tournament is...

    7:15 pm Recurring

    Auditions for THE ADDAMS FAMILY: The Musical

    July 8 @ 7:15 pm Recurring

    Auditions for THE ADDAMS FAMILY: The Musical

     Performances:Weekends, September 5–21 Join us for this spooky, kooky musical comedy! We’re looking for kind, hardworking people who want to...

    Free
    + 2 More
    10:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

    Fairborn Farmers Market

    July 9 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

    Fairborn Farmers Market

    The Fairborn Farmers Market was established with the intent to provide the Fairborn community access to fresh and wholesome products...

    Free
    1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Recurring

    Adult Stretch

    July 9 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Recurring

    Adult Stretch

    Adults ages 16 and up are invited to an afternoon session of stretching and more! Donna Gambino is owner of...

    Free
    3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Trotwood Community Market (presented by American Legion Post 613)

    July 9 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Trotwood Community Market (presented by American Legion Post 613)

    A celebration of locally sourced foods and products from small businesses in Trotwood and the surrounding communities! Stop by and...

    3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Miamisburg Farmers Market

    July 9 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Miamisburg Farmers Market

    Miamisburg Farmers MarketAt Miamisburg Christian Church parking lot.1146 E. Central Ave in Miamisburg.Fresh Produce, sweet treats, food trucks and more..

    5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

    Beckers SMASH-tastic Burgers

    July 9 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

    Beckers SMASH-tastic Burgers

    Single Single smash patty on a brioche bun $9.00 Single with Bacon Single smash patty and bacon on a brioche...

    6:00 pm

    July Wine Tasting

    July 9 @ 6:00 pm

    July Wine Tasting

    Summer Table: a refined twist on the Southern cookout MENU Fried alligator with stuffed onion rings and chimichurri aioli; Mirabelle...

    $79
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Bourbon vs Barrel: The Ultimate Pairing Experience

    July 9 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Bourbon vs Barrel: The Ultimate Pairing Experience

    Join ModeX Tequila Bistro and Wright Dunbar Cigars for a night of fire-grilled meats, aged bourbon, and hand-selected premium cigars....

    $95
    7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

    Trivia Night at Alematic

    July 9 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

    Trivia Night at Alematic

    Grab some friends and join us every Wednesday night at the brewery for a pint of your favorite ALEMATIC brew...

    + 2 More
    8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Country Concert 2025

    July 10 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Country Concert 2025

    30 SUPERSTARS - GREAT CAMPING The Midwest's Premier Country Music Festival started more than 40 years ago and is still...

    $155 – $436
    11:30 am - 12:15 pm Recurring

    Art Start Pre-School Storytime

    July 10 @ 11:30 am - 12:15 pm Recurring

    Art Start Pre-School Storytime

    Art Start Pre-School Storytime 2nd Thursday of the month 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Rosewood Arts Center 2655 Olson Dr....

    Free
    12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

    Open Coworking

    July 10 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Recurring

    Open Coworking

    Join us in The Hub for open co-working from 12pm to 5pm. Ever wonder how The Hub could work for...

    12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

    Launch Pad

    July 10 @ 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Recurring

    Launch Pad

    Meet the people you need to move your business forward This monthly LaunchPad event series brings you opportunities to expand...

    Free
    4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Ermal’s Hefeweizen Launch

    July 10 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Ermal’s Hefeweizen Launch

    Ermal's Hefeweizen Returns Thursday, July 10th!  Back on tap & in 6pks - this classic wheat beer is brewed true...

    4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    National Shark Week Movie: Jaws

    July 10 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    National Shark Week Movie: Jaws

    Drop in for a special "Shark Week" movie to help promote education and interest in shark and oceanic research. Join...

    4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Lebanon Farmers Market

    July 10 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Lebanon Farmers Market

    The Lebanon Farmers Market is open 4 pm to 7 pm every Thursday mid-May through mid-October.  We are located in...

    5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Grapes & Groves

    July 10 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Recurring

    Grapes & Groves

    Join us every Thursday to Taste Wine at your own pace. Each Thursday we will have one of our highly...

    + 12 More
    9:00 am

    Birdies and Bogeys for Breast Wishes

    July 11 @ 9:00 am

    Birdies and Bogeys for Breast Wishes

    Join us for the Breast Wishes Foundation Golf Outing and tee up FORE a day of fun, giving back, and...

    $125
    12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    The PhilBilly Moonshine Full Moon Festival

    July 11 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    The PhilBilly Moonshine Full Moon Festival

    Get ready for a day of authentic American spirit! Meet Master Distillers from the hit TV show Moonshiners Master Distillers,...

    4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

    Cruise In at the Roadhouse

    July 11 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Recurring

    Cruise In at the Roadhouse

    Cruise In at the Roadhouse is taking place at Rip Rap Roadhouse, which is located at 6024 Rip Rap Rd. in Huber Heights....

    5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    The Great Dayton Food Truck Rally- 50 Trucks

    July 11 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    The Great Dayton Food Truck Rally- 50 Trucks

    We are excited to announce the biggest food truck rally Downtown Dayton has ever seen over a two day period!...

    6:00 pm Recurring

    Matilda: The Musical

    July 11 @ 6:00 pm Recurring

    Matilda: The Musical

    Winner of 47 International Awards! Matilda is a little girl with astonishing wit, intelligence, and special powers. She's unloved by...

    $39 – $79
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Wire-Wrapped Succulents: a Two-Part Workshop with Jenn & Shanon Queen

    July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Wire-Wrapped Succulents: a Two-Part Workshop with Jenn & Shanon Queen

    Join us for a creative two-day workshop where you’ll learn the art of wire wrapping while crafting a charming wire-wrapped...

    $65
    6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Living Color Closing Celebraton

    July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Living Color Closing Celebraton

    Come enjoy the artwork and the vibe during the Closing Celebration for the group art exhibition "Living Color". Lite refreshments...

    Free
    6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

    LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark

    July 11 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Recurring

    LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark

    Join us every Friday night at 6pm for Dayton's Best LIVE TRIVIA with Trivia Shark at Miami Valley Sports Bar!...

    + 12 More
    8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

    Yellow Springs Farmers Market

    July 12 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

    Yellow Springs Farmers Market

    For over 20 years this market has been made up of a hardworking group of men, women and children, dedicated...

    8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    2025 Dragons 5K

    July 12 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    2025 Dragons 5K

    Registration will open March 3, 2025, but if you participated in last year's race, check out your photos and learn...

    8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    2nd Annual Lebanon Pride Festiva

    July 12 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    2nd Annual Lebanon Pride Festiva

    Join us for the second ever PRIDE Celebration happening in Downtown Lebanon, Ohio! Come have a fabulous day of vendors,...

    8:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

    Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

    July 12 @ 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

    Downtown Franklin Farmers Market

    Join us every Saturday through Sept 13, 8.30 a.m. - 12 p.m. for local products including fresh produce, honey/jams, and...

    9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

    Oakwood Farmers Market

    July 12 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

    Oakwood Farmers Market

    The 2025 Oakwood Farmers’ Market will be held Saturdays, June 7th thru October 11th, from 9 am until 12pm. The...

    9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

    Greene County Farmers Market

    July 12 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Recurring

    Greene County Farmers Market

    The outdoor Farmers Market on Indian Ripple Rd. in Beavercreek runs Saturdays, 9-1 even during the winter months. Check out...

    9:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

    Shiloh Farmers Market

    July 12 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Recurring

    Shiloh Farmers Market

    The farmers’ market is located on the corner of Main St. & Philadelphia Dr, in the parking lot of Shiloh...

    10:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring

    Yoga in the Park

    July 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Recurring

    Yoga in the Park

    Fun and effective workouts under the pavilion Harness your strength, enhance your mobility, and create a deeper connection with yourself....

    Free
    + 26 More
    8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Christmas in July Half Marathon & 5K Dayton

    July 13 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Christmas in July Half Marathon & 5K Dayton

    Ho Ho Ho, Oh What Fun it is to Run in the Sun (and Shade) and Earn Some Chillin’ Hawaiian Summer...

    $39.99 – $79.99
    8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Locking Up Otis

    July 13 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Locking Up Otis

    Ready for some Wright Station live music? Here we go!  The Classic rock of Locking Up Otis kicks off our...

    Free
    9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

    Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

    July 13 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Recurring

    Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market

    Downtown Troy Farmers' Market will run Saturday mornings 9:00 am to 12:00 pm from June 22nd, 2013 through September 21st,...

    11:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Dayton Summer Wedding Expo

    July 13 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Dayton Summer Wedding Expo

    FREE ADMISSION, Reservations Required. Show only vendor discounts and specials Every couple receives a gift card for Free wedding rings....

    Free
    11:00 am - 6:00 pm

    DAYTON MAC N’ CHEESE FEST 2025

    July 13 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

    DAYTON MAC N’ CHEESE FEST 2025

    Join us for a ton of incredible mac n' cheese and more all from some amazing food trucks at The...

    Free
    12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Porsche and Packards

    July 13 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

    Porsche and Packards

    Two great collector car icons meet! America's Packard Museum, for the very first time, is hosting Porsche and Packards sponsored...

    Free
    12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

    Pencils and Prompts: Drawing Basics

    July 13 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

    Pencils and Prompts: Drawing Basics

    Pencil and Prompts: Drawing Basics Sharpen up your sketching skills with a local artist providing you insights and inspirations into...

    $30
    1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Tomato Workshop

    July 13 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

    Tomato Workshop

    Watering, pruning, staking, pinching and fertilizing are all part of getting the perfect tomato crop. We'll discuss these and more...

    $20
    + 8 More
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