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The 2023-2024 Season of Shows

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella

Ted Swindley’s

Honky Tonk Angels

presented by BLS Construction

 

  • a musical
  • presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC (www.broadwaylicensing.com)
  • directed by Quinn Wrench

Auditions: August 20 & 22, 2023 at 6:00pm
Performances: October 6-22, 2023
Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm

Recommended for general audiences

Honky Tonk Angels is a hilarious, foot-stomping good time about three gutsy gals from different backgrounds who take charge of their lives and follow their honky tonk dreams to the city of Nashville. Featuring 30 classic country tunes, including “Stand By Your Man,” “9 to 5,” and “Harper Valley PTA,” Honky Tonk Angels is a sure-fire crowd pleaser! Don’t miss this heartwarming and uplifting musical about the power of friendship, love, and music.

A Christmas Carol

presented by Texasgulf Federal Credit Union

 

  • a drama
  • based on the novel by Charles Dickens
  • adaptation by Darin Mielke
  • directed by Darin Mielke

Auditions: October 22 & 24, 2023 at 6:00pm
Performances: December 1-10, 2023
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm

Recommended to general audiences

A Christmas Carol is a classic tale of redemption, adapted by Darin Mielke. Ebenezer Scrooge, a cold-hearted miser, is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. The spirits show Scrooge the error of his ways and lead him on a journey of self-discovery. Will Scrooge be able to change his ways and find redemption? Find out this December.

Moon Over Buffalo

presented by Jim & Zoe Bouligny

  • a comedy
  • by Ken Ludwig
  • presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. (www.concordtheatricals.com)
  • directed by Jami Hughes

Auditions: December 10 & 12, 2023 at 6:00pm
Performances: February 9-18, 2024
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm

Parental guidance is strongly suggested due to adult situations

Moon Over Buffalo is a hilarious, heartwarming comedy about a fading star of the 1950s and his wife, who are struggling to keep their careers alive. When they learn that Hollywood director Frank Capra is coming to see their show, they’re determined to give the performance of their lives. But with a cast of eccentric characters, a show-within-a-show, and a love triangle that threatens to derail everything, Moon Over Buffalo is a wild and wacky ride that will have you laughing out loud from beginning to end. Don’t miss this classic comedy about the power of love, laughter, and the theater.

Socha Enterprises Inc. & VonDerAu Ford of El Campo proudly present

Deathtrap

 

  • a comedy-thriller
  • by Ira Levin
  • presented through special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service collection (www.dramatists.com)
  • directed by Lauren Machelle

Auditions: February 25 & 27, 2024 at 6:00pm
Performances: April 19-28, 2024
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm

Recommended for mature audiences due to mild language and adult themes

Deathtrap is a thrilling and darkly comedic play that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Written by Ira Levin, the mastermind behind Rosemary’s Baby and The Stepford Wives, Deathtrap tells the story of a once-successful playwright who is desperate for a hit show. He becomes obsessed with a young writer’s manuscript, and soon the two of them are locked in a deadly battle of wits and creativity. With a cast of unforgettable characters and twists and turns that will keep you guessing until the very end, Deathtrap is a must-see for anyone who loves a good thriller.

Roberson Air Conditioning proudly presents
The Litefooters Summer Youth Workshop & Production

Seussical Jr.

 

  • a musical
  • book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty
  • music by Stephen Flaherty
  • lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
  • conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, and Eric Idle
  • based on the works of Dr. Seuss
  • music supervised, adapted, and produced by Bryan Louiselle
  • presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
  • all authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI (www.MTIShows.com)
  • directed by Hailey Roberson & Camille Mund

Ages 6-12
Auditions:
May 12 & 14, 2024 at 6:00pm
Performances: June 20-23, 2024

Ages 13-17
Auditions: May 19 & 21, 2024 at 6:00pm
Performances: June 27-30, 2024

Thursday & Friday at 7:30 pm and Saturday & Sunday at 2:30pm

Recommended for general audiences

Seussical Jr. is a fantastical musical extravaganza that brings to life all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters in a heartwarming story of friendship, loyalty, and love. Horton the Elephant discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos, and he must protect them from a world of naysayers and dangers. Along the way, he meets Gertrude McFuzz, a bird who helps him on his journey. Seussical Jr. is a fun and exciting show for the whole family, and it teaches us the importance of being kind, caring, and accepting of others.

Meredith Wilson’s

The Music Man

presented by the Brandon & Rachel Cutrer Family

 

  • a musical
  • book, music, and lyrics by Meredith Willson
  • story by Meredith Willson and Franklin Lacey
  • presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
  • all authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI (www.mtishows.com)
  • directed by Janice McDonald

Auditions: April 28 & 30, 2024 at 6:00pm
Performances: August 2-18, 2024
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm

Recommended to general audiences

The Music Man is a classic American musical that tells the story of Harold Hill, a traveling con man who poses as a bandleader in order to swindle the people of River City, Iowa. However, Hill soon finds himself falling in love with Marian Paroo, the town librarian, and begins to have second thoughts about his scheme. With the help of Marian and the townspeople, Hill learns the true meaning of community and music.

The Music Man is a heartwarming and funny musical that features some of the most memorable songs in theater history, including “76 Trombones,” “Ya Got Trouble,” and “Till There Was You.” It is a show that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired.

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