About Stagecrafters
Stagecrafters really began in the 1930s and continued into the early 1940s. At the start of World War II, the group ceased production of plays. In 1950, the J.C.C. Board of Directors brought together a group of 50 people to organize activities for young adults. Out of this emerged a theatre group, once again called STAGECRAFTERS. The first play, Goodbye, My Fancy, was produced in April of 1952, and from that time the group grew into a successful theatre organization.
Over the years Stagecrafters has won many Orchid Awards given by ACT Cincinnati and also awards from OCTA (Ohio Community Theatre Association). Our 2010-2011 season was no exception.
Our group is always looking for people to work behind the scenes, whether it be in set construction, public relations, painting, costuming, sound, or any of the other myriad activities that go into making up a total production. The experiences and associations you find in community theatre can be very rewarding. If you are interested in becoming part of our group, please complete the contact form below. It is not necessary that you have experience, just a willingness to help!
We are grateful to our audience for their wonderful support over the years and look forward to continuing this important relationship in the coming years.
We encourage you, your family, friends and neighbors to join us in celebrating our 60th continuous season!
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All performances will be at the Sharonville Fine Arts Center, 11165 Reading Road.
*Parking is available in the municipal lot on Walnut Street adjacent to the theater*
Presenting our 60th Anniversary Season
***PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATES FOR SHOWS # 2 and 3***
The Sisters Rosensweig by Wendy Wasserstein, directed by Julie Jordan
This comedy focuses on the lives of 3 Jewish-American women reuniting to celebrate Sara's 54th birthday. Sara is a successful banker with several divorces in her past. She lives in London with her 17 year-old daughter, Tess. Middle sister, Gorgeous, loving housewife and mother, has her own call-in radio advice show and hopes to make the leap to TV. Pfeni, the youngest, has spent her life journeying around the world writing travel books. Over several days at Sara's stylish townhouse, each sister is forced to face her life and how they define themselves. (Presented through special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service Inc.)
Cast Features: JV Katz, Sam Lowe, Kevin Noll, Renee Maria, Greg Schlairet, Bridgid Dunn Slivken, Alyssa Thompson & Timmy Tzeiranakis
October 13, 15 & 22 at 8:00 p.m. and October 16 & 23 at 3:00 p.m.
The Dining Room by A.R. Gurney, directed by Dee Dunn
The play is a seamless collection of moments all set in an elegant dining room at different time periods. The action is comprised of a mosaic of interrelated scenes - some funny, some touching, some rueful - which, taken together, create a glimpse into the human condition - the joys, sorrows and love that accompany family life. The actors change roles, personalities and ages with virtuoso skill as they portray a wide variety of characters. Dovetailing swiftly and smoothly, the varied scenes coalesce, ultimately into a theatrical experience of exceptional range, compassionate humor and abundant humanity. (Presented through special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service Inc.)
The cast features: Bob Buchtman, Bridgid Dunn, Terry Gosdin, Bett Kooris, Joel Lind, Saverio Perugini, Gail Rudolph, Glenn Schaich, Karen Vanover, and Jeanine Yellman.
March 3, 8 & 10 at 8:00 p.m. and March 4 & 11 at 3:00 p.m.
Play It Again, Sam by Woody Allen, directed by Cindy Emmer
Allan Felix has this thing about Humphrey Bogart. If only he had some of Bogart's technique...Bogey comes to the rescue of Allan (who is bookish and insecure with women) with a fantastic bevy of beauties played out in hilarious fantasy sequences. Fixed up with gorgeous women by friends, he's so awkward that even Bogey's patience is tried. Allan mostly resembles a disheveled, friendly dog and this is what ultimately charms his best friend's wife into bed. It's a tough life, making it in the world of beautiful people but if you can't be a hero it helps to have one...(Presented through special arrangement with Samuel French Inc.)
May 5, 10 & 12 at 8:00 p.m. and May 6 & 13 at 3:00 p.m.
Season Subscriptions still available for $20
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Individual show ticket price: $15
Students (must show ID): $12
Groups of 10 or more (paid in advance): $12
