Good morning, Portage County. "The show must go on" takes on a whole new meaning with Garrettsville Curtains Up Theatre's latest production, where disaster isn't just possible—it's the entire point. "The Play That Goes Wrong" hilariously showcases collapsing sets and actors who refuse to stay "dead," all under the guidance of first-time director Elisha Bly. This deliberately disastrous theatrical experience proves that sometimes the best entertainment comes from watching everything fall spectacularly apart.
In the music world, Akron's own Black Keys are surprising fans with their new album "No Rain, No Flowers" dropping August 8, just days after debuting their single on Colbert. Meanwhile, homeowners with septic systems can protect both their investment and community water resources through the upcoming free SepticSmart educational program—because sometimes what happens underground matters just as much as what happens on stage.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
🎭 Local theater troupe hilariously embraces disaster in "The Play That Goes Wrong." The Garrettsville Curtains Up Theatre's latest production deliberately showcases everything that can malfunction during a performance—from collapsing sets to insufficiently dead bodies. Directed by first-timer Elisha Bly, the farce features characters walking into things, falling off things, and crashing through things in what reviewer Iva Walker describes as a chaotic theatrical experience. Despite genuine backstage mishaps, the cast persevered with the show-must-go-on spirit, successfully executing challenging scenes like an upstairs set collapsing into the downstairs. Tickets remain available for those wanting to witness this deliberately disastrous production.
🎸 Akron's Black Keys drop surprise album days after Colbert appearance. "No Rain, No Flowers" releases August 8, just two days after the duo debuted their new single "Man on a Mission" on late-night television. The album comes quickly on the heels of their 2023 release "Ohio Players" and follows a tumultuous year where they canceled their North American tour and split with their management team. Despite recent challenges, the band hasn't slowed down creatively, channeling their experiences into this new work. Fans can catch The Black Keys live at Blossom Music Center on August 22 as part of their tour running through September.
🚽 Free SepticSmart program aims to protect water and public health. Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District and Geauga Public Health are hosting this educational event during national SepticSmart week. The program highlights how proper septic maintenance extends system life while safeguarding homeowners' investments and community resources. This free, in-person event will provide valuable information for septic system owners looking to maintain their systems responsibly. The article indicates the program is scheduled for 6 PM, though the complete date details are only available to subscribers.
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💰 Financial Friday
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