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CCM alumnus releases memoir about Broadway in the Covid-19 Pandemic

May 6, 2025

Todd Almond is no stranger to the stage. A 1999 alum of the UC College-Conservatory of Music with a BFA in Acting and BM in Vocal Performance, he got his start in local Cincinnati productions in the early 2000s. Since then, he’s gone on to a career as a performer in Broadway musicals, a writer of acclaimed plays and a singer/composer on multiple original albums. Now, Almond adds the title of “author” to his multi-hyphenate. In a recent interview with CityBeat, Almond discusses his new book, Slow Train Coming: Bob Dylan’s Girl from the North Country and Broadway’s Rebirth, chronicling his experience as a Broadway actor during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Q&A: CCM Doctoral student gains accolades for innovative dissertation

May 6, 2025

CCM congratulates Erin Alcorn (DMA Voice ‘25) for her recent first place win at UC’s GradNEXT Competition, a Shark Tank-style event where UC students pitch their ideas for how the university can reshape graduate education. In addition to her first place win, Alcorn took home the Audience Choice Prize, and will receive funding support for her dissertation project: the UC ARIA Initiative, incorporating virtual reality into art song performance.

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CCM Chamber Choir celebrates composer Eriks Ešenvalds in April 26 concert

Event: April 26, 2025 7:30 PM

UC College-Conservatory of Music welcomes composer Ēriks Ešenvalds for a concert celebrating his works and the music of Latvia at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 26. Featuring the CCM Chamber Choir, the performance marks the finale of CCM's collegiate concert series for 2024-25.

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Dror Biran joins CCM Wind Symphony in concert for 'Hope Springs Eternal' April 25

Event: April 25, 2025 12:00 AM

UC College-Conservatory of Music celebrates the last day of classes for the spring semester with an inspiring CCM Wind Symphony performance — featuring faculty artist Dror Biran on piano. The "Hope Springs Eternal" concert also welcomes guest ensemble the Walnut Hills High School Wind Ensemble. Presented at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 25, tickets for the performance are on sale now through the CCM Box Office.

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'HAIR' '60s rock musical on stage at CCM April 24-27

Event: April 24, 2025 8:00 PM

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) invites audiences to experience a bold and joyful revival of "HAIR," the groundbreaking rock musical that defined a generation. Directed by Vincent DeGeorge with musical direction by Steve Goers, CCM's production of "HAIR" brings the revolutionary spirit of the 1960s to life for a new generation.

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CCM alumnus Michael Canu shares experience as Romeo in '& Juliet'

April 17, 2025

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) celebrates alumnus Michael Canu (BFA Musical Theatre, '20), who stars as Romeo in the national tour of "& Juliet." Canu was recently featured on Local 12 News, where he shared his experience with the groundbreaking production and what it means to perform in his hometown.

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CCM Philharmonia performs concert of French composers on April 17

Event: April 17, 2025 7:30 PM

The CCM Philharmonia closes its 2024-25 season with a trip to the City of Lights! A culmination of students' work throughout the year, the "Tour de France" concert is presented at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 17 in Corbett Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now through the CCM Box Office.