Ohio State Lima Department of Theatre, Film, and Media Arts

04/13/2026

Thank you, cast and crew, for working so enthusiastically and supporting each other throughout the eight weeks of rehearsals and the show, and all kinds of happenings that matched the play's title! A dangerous title, too: GOD OF CARNAGE, which took us through two tornadoes near misses and a gas leak in the building. Having directed for over 30 years, I can testify that you all were truly exceptional!
Thanks to our designer and technical director, Chris Jones!

Dr. Maria (Masha) Ignatieva, director

04/09/2026

After the final dress!

04/03/2026

By Pam Joseph

Civility goes out the window as God of Carnage comes to Ohio State Lima stage

The Ohio State University at Lima Department of Theatre, Film and Media Arts invites audiences to witness a hilarious and biting descent into chaos with its upcoming production of Yasmina Reza’s Tony Award-winning play, "God of Carnage" (translated by Christopher Hampton).

Opening April 9, 2026, in Stage II in Reed Hall, this dark comedy explores what happens when "civilized" adults let their polite masks slip.

A playground scuffle between two kids serves as the catalyst for a total breakdown of adult decorum when their parents meet to discuss the quarrel in a civilized manner. What begins as a polite afternoon meeting between the two couples quickly dissolves into a savage free-for-all. The play is full of jokes and laughter and prompts us to reflect on our behavior in challenging circumstances.

Performances are at 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 9; 7:30 p.m., Friday, April 10; 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 11; and 2 p.m., Sunday, April 12.

Tickets are $7 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. Tickets can be purchased using credit/debit cards only at the box office beginning one hour before the performance. God of Carnage contains adult language and content.

Cast

Veronica: Ainsley Brinkman, junior in psychology of Elida

Michael: Gage Hipsher, sophomore in human resources of Lima

Annette: Torca Welty of Lima

Alan: Charley Cheeseman-Armey, senior in theatre of Lima

Creative team

Director: Maria Ignatieva, PhD

Set/Lighting Design and Technical Director: Christopher Jones, MFA, PhD candidate

Costume Designers/Coordinators: Maria Ignatieva, Margie Anich, Charley Cheeseman-Armey, and José Jones

Choreographer: Ainsley Brinkman

Crew and front of the house

Assistant Director: José Jones, senior in theatre of Erie, Michigan

Stage Manager: Kaylee Key, sophomore in social work of Lima

Sound Operator: Chase Hipsher, sophomore in business of Lima

Light Operator: Luke Miller

The Hamster Assistant: Jules Hites

Box Office Manager: Margie Anich

God of Carnage was originally produced on Broadway by Robert Fox, David Pugh and Dafydd Rogers, Stuart Thompson, Scott Rudin, Jon B. Platt, The Weinstein Company, and The Shubert Organization.







The Ohio State University

Pamela K. Joseph
Communications Specialist

04/02/2026

04/01/2026

We look forward to seeing you in Reed!

03/29/2026

12/09/2025

OSU-Lima Spring Production 2026:
April 9, 10, 11, 12
Yasmina Reza, "God of Carnage," directed by Dr. Maria Ignatieva, designed by Christopher Jones.

Auditions: January 15, 16, 2026
4:00-8:00 pm, Stage II, Reed Hall. Prepare a monologue or a poem to recite, wear comfortable clothes to move freely. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

11/14/2025

Our last 2025 shows for schools! There were two shows today, and we hosted over 600 hundred kids! Bravo, actors and the production team! Congratulations, Margie Margaret Anich!