A Fairy Tale for Our Times - Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnati Presents Cinderella
Cinderella is a well loved classic tale many have grown up with. Leave it to the amazing writer, Joseph McDonough, lyricist, David Kisor and composer, Fitz Patton to put an updated and innovative spin on the story. Ensemble Theatre of Cincinnnati brings this new twist to life as you are transported to a magical kingdom where a toad, a crow and a spider replace the sweet mice you may have remembered. Insted of a fairy god-mother we now have Gwendolyn, the well-wisher (Kate Wilford), and the evil step mother, Brunhilda (Deb G. Girdler), isn't quite so evil. Cinderella (Brooke Steele) and the Prince (Warren Bryson) will win your hearts with their love of books and quirky personalities, and the spirited and funny step-sisters, Priscilla (Sara Macke) and Clarissa (Torie Wiggins), will make you smile and laugh out loud. You will love this Cinderella.
"What do you get when you combine a nearsighted bookworm heroine, two fabulously self-absorbed stepsisters, one devilishly diva stepmother, along with a self-empowering Well-Wisher? A fun spin on the classic fairy tale that demonstrates being smart is true beauty! When the King pressures his romantically challenged son to choose a bride from hundreds of “applicants,” a cross-country tour of the kingdom ensues to reunite a missing sneaker—yes a sneaker!—with its rightful owner." (from Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati)
Cinderella with Aristotle the Crow, Plato the Toad & Socrates the Spider
ETC Cinderella 2015 Production Photos by Ryan Kurtz.
Treat your family to this family-friendly musical this holiday season. You will see vibrant and creative costumes, a simple set that comes to life and transports you to another time. The talented cast of eleven brings energy, laughter and heartfelt performances to the stage. The intimate theater setting is perfect for kids since you really get to see the performers' facial expressions and you feel like you are a part of the show.
Brunhilda (step-Mother) with Gaston (Prince's attendant)
ETC Cinderella 2015 Production Photos by Ryan Kurtz.
Cinderella runs Dec. 2 through Jan. 3, 2016. Tickets are available online ($44 for adults; students, $25; children 12 and under, $18). There are some disounts available such as "Half-Price Rush Tickets". All remaining tickets for the current day’s performance(s) are available two hours prior to each show time for half-price (discount does not apply to senior or children’s tickets) when purchasing by phone or in person. "$15 Student Rush Tickets": Students may purchase up to two $15 student rush tickets two hours prior to show time with valid student I.D. Available in person only. AAA and Military/Educator available. Group discounts available for 8+.
Step-sisters meeting sisters
A crow, a toad and a frog meet my girls
1127 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
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Disclaimer: This year, ETC had a sneak peak peformance where they invited local military families to see the show. They also invited a few bloggers, including me and my family, so that we could share our experience with our readers. Opinions expressed are 100% my own. Thank you ETC for another wonderful show.
