Press Releases

Volunteer Spotlight: Julie Aaronson

Volunteer Spotlight: Julie Aaronson

This month’s Volunteer Spotlight shines on someone whose heart, energy, and dedication have become woven into the fabric of The Plaza Theatre family. For more than fourteen years, Julie Aaronson has shared her time and talents both on stage and behind the scenes,...

Cast Selected for Little Shop of Horrors

Cast Selected for Little Shop of Horrors

CAST LIST ANNOUNCEMENT! We have chosen our cast for the 2025-2026 Season's SUMMER MUSICAL: Little Shop of Horrors   First read through at The Plaza Theatre will be Tuesday, May 26 at 6:30PM.   The roles have been filled as follows:   Collin McKean........................

Cast Selected for Peter Pan JR

Cast Selected for Peter Pan JR

CAST LIST ANNOUNCEMENT! We have chosen our cast for the Litefooters Summer Workshop & Production of Peter Pan JR. (ages 6-12). 🕰✨🧚‍♀️🏴‍☠️💚 The roles have been filled as follows. First parent meeting and read-through will be Monday, May 11th at 6:00pm at The Plaza...

Steel Magnolias: A Review

Steel Magnolias: A Review

Steel Magnolias took the stage for a special Press & Student Night at the Plaza on Thursday, April 23, 2026. Local critic Ben Sharp penned a review just in time for Opening Night: One of the greatest gifts in human existence is friendship, and this is perhaps no...

Volunteer Spotlight: Janice McDonald

Volunteer Spotlight: Janice McDonald

This month, we are proud to recognize Janice McDonald, whose story is beautifully intertwined with the very history of the Plaza Theatre itself. As the Plaza celebrates 30 years as a live theatre venue, Janice is also marking 30 years of her own journey in community...

Volunteer Spotlight: Kenneth Socha

Volunteer Spotlight: Kenneth Socha

Since 2019, Kenneth Socha has been helping keep the Plaza Theatre running behind the scenes, ensuring the lights shine bright, the sound carries clearly, and the building itself operates smoothly for every performance. What began as a simple moment of curiosity during...

Volunteer Spotlight: Leeanna Shimek

Volunteer Spotlight: Leeanna Shimek

Since 2018, Leeanna Shimek has been a steady, behind-the-scenes force helping bring the magic of the Plaza Theatre to life. What started as curiosity and a willingness to help quickly turned into a passion for learning, growing, and saying “yes” to opportunities that...

Volunteer Spotlight: Burke Wilkins

Volunteer Spotlight: Burke Wilkins

This month, we are pleased to spotlight Burke Wilkins, a longtime Plaza Theatre volunteer whose creativity and dedication have supported our productions for more than two decades. From set design and construction to moments on stage, Burke has contributed his time and...

Volunteer Spotlight: Sarah Wilkins

Volunteer Spotlight: Sarah Wilkins

This month, we are honored to shine the spotlight on Sarah Wilkins, a true cornerstone of The Plaza Theatre whose dedication, creativity, and leadership have helped shape our stage for more than two decades. Sarah’s story is woven deeply into the fabric of the Plaza —...