FRI · All day
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Aronoff Center for the Arts · Downtown · $18-$50
WED · All day
Cinderella
Wednesday, December 9 at Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati, Cincinnati
About this event
Experience a fresh take on the classic fairy tale with "Cinderella." A nearsighted bookworm heroine, two self-absorbed stepsisters, a larger-than-life stepmother and a self-empowering Well-Wisher bring a modern twist to the beloved story, showing that intelligence is its own kind of beauty. When the king urges his romantically challenged son to choose a bride from hundreds of applicants, a cross-country search begins to reunite a missing sneaker with its rightful owner. Filled with humor, memorable characters and heart, "Cinderella" is a family-friendly production for audiences of all ages.
Who's playing
Arden Allmon leads the cast as Cinderella, with Kenny Rayborn as Giselle, Phil Fiorini as King Frederick and Carter Minor as Prince Frederick. Pamela Myers plays Brunhilda and Kate Wilford plays Gwendolyn the Well Wisher. D. Lynn Meyers directs, with musical direction by Steve Goers and choreography by Dee Anne Bryll.
What to expect
This is a full-length musical with one intermission and a cast of big, funny characters. The theatre seats 182, and each row sits higher than the one in front, so the view is clear from any seat. The room is an old German bank, and its original bank vault walls still divide the backstage from the auditorium.
Why go
The fairy tale is turned around here, with brains, not looks, carrying the heroine's story. The cross-country search for a sneaker's owner gives the plot a goofy hook that adults will enjoy as much as children. Ensemble Theatre sits in historic Over-the-Rhine, where dozens of restaurants are close by for a meal before or after the show.
Where
Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati · 1127 Vine St · Downtown, Cincinnati OHDirections
