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My Year in Theatre - 2019
Dec 30Jan 3

My Year in Theatre – 2019

Yes, I’ve slowed down my theatre-obsession in 2019, which means that yes, there are fewer reviews.  I feel bad about it, honestly, but I also feel like I’m…

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2019 Fringe So Far . . .
Jun 3

2019 Fringe So Far . . .

I’ve survived the first weekend of Fringe intact.  I saw seven shows in two days and proudly got the reviews uploaded quickly.  I hope they’re helpful as you…

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"Company" Comes Full Circle at Xavier University
Apr 4Apr 4

“Company” Comes Full Circle at Xavier University

Xavier University’s Theatre Department will open COMPANY by Stephen Sondheim next Friday.  The show, has a couple of Cincinnati connections. In 2007, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park won…

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Full Circle: A Story of Mentorship and Collaboration
Mar 31

Full Circle: A Story of Mentorship and Collaboration

Last Friday, I was lucky to be invited to a special performance at CCM of an independent study project by graduating senior Zack Triska, directed by Vincent DeGeorge.  Triska has…

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CCM Seniors Shine in Showcase
Mar 18

CCM Seniors Shine in Showcase

At the end of every year – at least for the last 30+ – the CCM senior class has presented a showcase to agents in New York.  And…

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I Needed That: CCM's Birthday Cabaret
Sep 16Sep 16

I Needed That: CCM’s Birthday Cabaret

The Sappy Critic started several years ago as a place for me to write about theatre.  It has remained a blog (a fact that is disdainfully pointed out…

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CCM Freshman Showcase is a Hopeful Sign of the Times
Mar 25

CCM Freshman Showcase is a Hopeful Sign of the Times

Every year, the Freshman class of musical theatre students develops a showcase as a year-long project.  They select the music, they choreograph the numbers, they write the monologues,…

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THEATER OF WAR Opens a Dialogue about the Impact of Battle on Soldiers and Their Families
Aug 19Aug 19

THEATER OF WAR Opens a Dialogue about the Impact of Battle on Soldiers and Their Families

This is the kind of blog entry I love to write.  Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy reviewing a play or a musical, especially if it’s excellent.  But…

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FRINGE REFLECTION: Is That All There Is?
Jun 3

FRINGE REFLECTION: Is That All There Is?

First, a disclaimer: I have a relationship with Cincinnati LAB Theatre and this particular show that prevents me from writing a traditional and proper review of this piece….

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Moveable Feast - What a Treat!
Jan 29

Moveable Feast – What a Treat!

I attended this year’s Moveable Feast event at CCM and had a terrific time.  The audience was treated to a special performance by Christy Altomare as she prepares…

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Kirk Sheppard

Kirk Sheppard

Kirk Sheppard is a professional counselor, photographer, playwright, magician, musician, comedian, blogger, theme park enthusiast, theatre advocate and retired professional wrestling personality.

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