Theater (or is it theaTRE?) wins the week with season openers from Know to Playhouse to Cincinnati’s brilliant community theaters. Sing along with some Broadway showstoppers or settle in for the Bach B Minor. Great jazz, Lili Boulanger, a little poetry and a couple of good films round out your week.
The Association of Fundraising Professionals Greater Cincinnati has announced this year’s slate of honorees for National Philanthropy Day, celebrated each November. Philanthropist of the Year: Brad Lindner, retired president/CEO of United Dairy Farmers. Nominated by Keep Cincinnati Beautiful. Volunteer of…
The funding will support 46 arts organizations across Greater Cincinnati, helping pay for performances, exhibitions, arts education and other community programming.
The lineup includes the regional premiere of the Tony Award-winning drama “Purpose,” the return of the King Records musical “Cincinnati King,” two stage thrillers and the debut of “Talk,” a media satire by Cincinnati native Theresa Rebeck that will premiere as part of a new theater festival.
The funding supports a variety of initiatives, from arts and cultural programs to community spaces and inclusive youth activities, with grants ranging from $5,000 to $25,000.
“Selling merchandise was all about earning income to offset an existing expense…” And that’s how the savvy businesswoman began to build a reputation as the go-to person if an organization needed to raise money. Many did in the years that followed. And quite a few had Weyand on speed dial.
The Cincinnati chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals will honor individuals and organizations for outstanding community service at a luncheon scheduled for Nov. 20 in the Music Hall Ballroom, including Dianne Rosenberg and J. David Rosenberg, Philantropists of the Year.
The massive mural turns the plain façade of a Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park building into a landmark of color, geometry and cultural memory.
The 45 grant recipients represent a range of large, mid-size and small nonprofit organizations across the region. Grant sizes vary widely, typically ranging from $10,000 to over $1 million.
The 2025-26 season includes the U.S. premiere of “Mythic,” a new pop-rock musical directed and choreographed by three-time Tony Award-winner Kathleen Marshall. “This season is an exciting mix of theatrical storytelling – big, bold reimaginings, deeply personal character-driven works and everything in between,” said Joanie Schultz, associate artistic director.
