Each year, CCM's musical theater seniors collaborate under the supervision
of department chair Aubrey Berg to create an original showcase of their
singing, dancing and acting talents for New York City casting directors and
agents -- and hometown audiences are the first to get a sneak peek at these
rising stars.

"The showcase provides a valuable start for young performers," says Berg.
"During the two New York performances they are seen by many of the leading
agents, casting directors and managers in the business. In a single day,
they are seen by more industry professionals than they could meet in a
year."

"Time & Tide" offers a whimsical look at the passage of time and features
well-known selections like "The Circle of Life" (from "The Lion King") as
well as songs from lesser-known shows.

Many success stories that have come out of these annual showcases, Berg
notes. "Through the years many performers working on Broadway and in
national tours made their New York debut in this forum," he says. "The
record for the most agent call-backs must go to Ashley Brown, currently
playing Mary Poppins on Broadway. Within 20 minutes, Disney had called
expressing an interest in her for their touring revue 'On the Record.'"

The Saturday, April 7 performance of the showcase will include the
presentation of the second Musical Theater Young Alumni Award, which is
given in recognition of excellence in musical theater or a related field by
an alumnus of CCM's musical theater program from the past two decades. This
year's award goes to Sharon Wheatley, Broadway actress and author of the
recently published memoir "'Til the Fat Girl Sings: From an Overweight
Nobody to a Broadway Somebody" (Adams Media, 2006). Wheatley's Broadway
credits include the final company of "Cats," Cosette and Eponine in "Les
Miserables," and Madam Firmin in "The Phantom of the Opera." She has also
participated in several international tours and recently completed a
yearlong run in "Avenue Q" at The Wynn Casino and Resort in Las Vegas.

Performance Information

Thursday, April 5 - Friends of CCM Benefit
The opening performance of "Time & Tide" on Thursday, April 5 is a benefit
for the Friends of CCM, beginning at 7 p.m. and including dinner-by-the-bite
served in the CCM Atrium after the performance. Tickets are $75, and
proceeds benefit student career development grants and scholarships. To
reserve a ticket, call CCM External Relations at 513-556-2100.

Friday, April 6 & Saturday, April 7 - FREE
Admission to "Time & Tide" on Friday, April 6 and Saturday, April 7 is FREE,
though seating is limited and reservations are required. Call the CCM Box
Office at 513-556-4183 beginning Monday, April 2 at noon to make a
reservation.
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UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI COLLEGE-CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC

Musical Theater Senior Showcase
TIME & TIDE

Created and performed by seniors in CCM's musical theater program
Musical direction by Julie Spangler
Choreography by Brandon Bieber

"Time & Tide" is a new musical revue created and performed by CCM's 2007
Class in Musical Theater under the supervision of department chair Aubrey
Berg.

Performance Dates:
April 5-7
* Thursday, April 5, 7 p.m.; Friends of CCM Benefit, including
dinner-by-the-bite
* Friday, April 6, 8 p.m.
* Saturday, April 7, 8 p.m.

Location:
Patricia Corbett Theater, University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of
Music

Tickets:
* Thursday, April 5: $75 for Thursday Friends of CCM benefit
Call CCM External Relations at 513-556-2100.

* Friday, April 6 and Saturday, April 7: FREE, though reservations are
required.
Call the CCM Box Office at 513-556-4183 beginning Monday, April 2 at noon.

Parking:
Parking is available in the CCM Garage (at the base of Corry Boulevard off
Jefferson Avenue) and additional garages throughout the University of
Cincinnati campus. For additional parking information or directions, please
visit www.ccm.uc.edu.