Theatrical ministry of St. Bartholomew Church
Bart’s Bards is the theatrical ministry affiliated with St. Bartholomew Church in Finneytown, OH. As a Church ministry, our vision is to promote Christian fellowship through the performing arts.
Learn about our history, access the Bart’s Bards By-Laws, and meet our current Board of Directors at the link below.
New Board of Directors Officers
Every two years, members on the Board of Directors must run for the various officer positions. The Board holds a closed vote to elect these officers. Click here to meet our newly selected officers!
Congratulations to the 2025 Marge Award Winner!
Helen Mariah Murdoch
Beginning in 2014, The Marge Award annually honors a Bart’s Bards member who truly embraces the mission of the organization. This is someone who has gone above and beyond to create a community of love and belonging, promoting Christian fellowship through the performing arts, and selflessly using their gifts to the fullest to help everyone around them bring our productions to the stage, for the inspiration and enjoyment of all. This is the highest honor bestowed upon a member of the Bards family.
our programs
The Bards perform a variety of shows throughout the year for audiences across the Cincinnati area.
2025 CaBARTret Auditions
- 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song you would like to perform in the show that fits the theme (you may be asked to sing something different for the show if the directors so choose)
- A brief (1 minute or less) explanation of why you want to be a part of this year’s CaBARTret
2026 Call for Directors
Bart’s Bards is holding an open Call for Directors for our Summer 2026 musical. Interested persons should contact Ron Mason (BartsBards@gmail.com) to schedule a 45-minute evening appointment time on Thursday, September 25, Sunday, September 28, or Thursday, October 2 at St. Bartholomew Church (9375 Winton Rd).
See this linked document for more information.
Summer musical
Theatre veterans and first time thespians ages 6 and up present a full-scale musical production. Look for audition information around January/February for this annual production that plays in early June.
outreach ministry
A volunteer choir and variety show performs at retirement and assisted living communities. All varieties of performers are accepted, including vocalists, musicians, dancers, and even acrobats or jugglers! You must be an adult to participate.
caBARTret
While enjoying light snacks and beverages, you'll witness incredible vocal talent at this one-night-only evening of entertainment. Look for audition information in early Fall for this annual November production. You must be an adult to participate.
testimonials
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