
REVIEW: CLP’s ‘Hello, Dolly!’ is Full of Life and Laughter
Annie Schneider as Dolly Levi is casting at its finest. Annie carries the role with a duality seen in Broadway greats. She has the comedic

Annie Schneider as Dolly Levi is casting at its finest. Annie carries the role with a duality seen in Broadway greats. She has the comedic

If screwball comedy is your “aria” of interest, you should see this show which combines great dialogue and acting with exquisite timing.

The immersive experience combined with the hilarity of the material makes for a great night at the theater.

Each of the women have different personalities and are played effectively by each actress. Each has a distinctive accent based upon their nationality which works

Sister Act is 2 hours and 15 minutes long with a 15 minute intermission. The first half goes by so fast, you are surprised that

Director Bob Brunner elevates this production through numerous additional bits that leave the audience howling. Music Director Michael Kennedy harnesses a cast of powerhouse voices

Overall, this is a fun-packed musical sung and danced well with a lot of energy. The actors seem to be
enjoying their roles as

The show left me drunk on laughter and exhausted from the overwhelming energy of the cast.

In “trying times” theatre reminds us that endurance is not passive, it is creative. Through every story, we find our way forward, together.

Stories and storytelling take center stage this weekend as the fifth annual Cincinnati Storytelling Festival will happen Thursday, November 13 through Saturday, November 15, 2025 in their new home at Know Theatre in the heart of OTR.

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati hosts its 14th annual Meals 4 Monologues auditions.