Westerville • May 12, 2025
Good morning, Westerville. The Scottish play gets a 21st-century makeover as Aethereal Jest Community Theatre transforms Shakespeare's "Macbeth" into a cyberpunk dystopia where corporations rule and Scottish clans roam as street gangs. Director Jason Speicher's bold reimagining—complete with a filmed battle scene produced by Ohio Media School collaborators—offers a fresh lens on power and ambition through May 18 at the Columbus Performing Arts Center.
Meanwhile, the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame is seeking nominations until June 1 for exceptional former service members who continue to make extraordinary contributions in their communities. Up to 20 veterans will be honored for their post-military impact. In more somber news, North Linden is processing a tragedy after 43-year-old Matthew Selman was found fatally shot Saturday night, with police currently investigating and seeking information about the circumstances.
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🎭 Shakespeare meets cyberpunk in bold "Macbeth" reimagining. Aethereal Jest Community Theatre has transformed the classic tragedy into a dystopian future where corporations rule and Scottish clans are street gangs. Director Jason Speicher's vision portrays a world where power gaps mirror today's economic inequality, featuring Macbeth as an opportunistic figure who seizes control. The production includes a rare filmed battle scene showing Macbeth's rise to prominence, shot with Ohio Media School filmmakers. The innovative adaptation runs through May 18 at the Columbus Performing Arts Center.
🎖️ Ohio seeks exceptional veterans for Hall of Fame honors. The Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame is accepting nominations until June 1 for its 2025 class, recognizing former service members who continue to make extraordinary contributions to society. Up to 20 veterans will be inducted based on their volunteerism, advocacy, professional distinction, public service, or philanthropy. Eligible nominees must be past or current Ohio residents with honorable discharges and good moral character. The Hall of Fame celebrates those who serve beyond their military careers, setting a standard for recognizing continued community impact.
🔫 Tragedy strikes North Linden as 43-year-old man shot dead Saturday night. Matthew Selman was found with gunshot wounds at a home on Briarwood Avenue near Linden Park after police responded to a call around 10:40 p.m. Officers pronounced him dead at the scene just ten minutes later. No suspect information has been released, and the circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear. Columbus police are asking anyone with information to contact Detective Zimmer or the Homicide Unit.
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