Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati

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ABOUT US

Located in downtown Cincinnati, Ensemble Theatre produces bold and compelling contemporary theatre of the highest artistic caliber along with award-winning education and community programs.

Who We Are

Noted for its intimacy and celebrated for its dedication to bring socially conscious and thought-provoking contemporary theatre to the region, Ensemble Theatre is nestled in the heart of Cincinnati’s historic Over-the-Rhine neighborhood and maintains a steadfast belief in the transformative power of the arts to create vibrant, sustainable communities. Each year, we produce the best in contemporary theatre and attract a diverse audience of 30,000+ to more than 220 performances annually.

 

Our Mission

Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati is a professional theatre dedicated to producing world and regional premieres of works that often explore compelling social issues. We fulfill our mission through our stage productions and educational outreach programs that enlighten, enliven, enrich, and inspire our audiences.

 

Our Vision

A thriving urban arts community that is accessible to everyone.

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Production History

From acclaimed dramas to exhilarating musicals, explore our catalog of past shows.

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A financial summary for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022. Total revenues are $3,237,801. Total expenses are $3,097,875. Net assets at the end of the year are $6,216,541.

 

View Ensemble Theatre Cincinnati’s Guidestar profile and access IRS form 990

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Our Story

Founded in 1986, Ensemble Theatre drew back its curtains to support local professionals while inspiring audiences.

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A stage set depicting the inside of a two-story house. Light beams and fairy lights line the walls and fill the back wall. On the first floor there is a table with four chairs, and on the second floor there is a staircase leading to a red attic door.

Leadership & Staff

Meet the dedicated production and administrative teams that comprise our Ensemble.

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A woman with short brown hair with an earth-toned shawl stands looking hopeful. A man with white hair in a colonial suit with a blue scarf stands behind her, looking fondly at the woman. Behind them is a hall with walls lined with sheet music and lights, neatly organized into rows.

Newsroom

Access news releases, media kits, and high-resolution images along with photo and designer credits from our production archives.

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A man in a cream blouse, rust pants, and brown thigh-high boots stands alone on a stage. Behind him is the wooden frame of a wall, window, and staircase. The sides are cluttered with set pieces and props.

Support

Our family of donors plays an essential role in our ability to present socially-relevant theatre and award-winning education and engagement programs.

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Get Involved

So you love the arts and want to do more than be in the audience? That’s musical theatre to our ears.

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Photo credits | Masthead: set of The Whipping Man (Brian Ambs); Production History, Ginny Hoffman and Gary Sandy in A Streetcar Named Desire (Sandy Underwood); Leadership & Staff, set of Next to Normal (Ryan Kurtz); Newsroom, Dennis Parlato and Amy Warner in 33 Variations (Sandy Underwood); Support, Bruce Cromer in An Iliad (Ryan Kurtz); Get Involved, Jessica Hendy and Charlie Clark in Next to Normal (Ryan Kurtz)

1127 Vine Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202-7226
(513) 421-3555

Box office hours
Mon–Fri: 10 am–5 pm

 

Administrative hours
Mon–Fri: 9:30 am–5:30 pm

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