Noises Off
By Michael Frayn
Fall Comedy -- Theatre PG-13
Have you ever wondered what really goes on backstage? Follow the mishaps of a fourth-rate acting troupe on a madcap journey through the rehearsal and tour of a low-budget production of Nothing On, an unlikely comedy set in an even more unlikely English manor. Doors bang, clothes fall, identities are confused, and sardines vanish -- all the ingredients of a classic farce.
Performances: September 6-22, 2013
Auditions: July 23-24, 2013
Our Town
By Thornton Wilder
A Theatre for Youth High School Production -- Theatre PG
The portrait of the sleepy hamlet of Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, and the people who live there. Follow the story of George and Emily, who meet, fall in love, and marry while the town around them barely changes. This Pulitzer Prize-winning drama of life in a small town is the quintessential American classic.
Performances: September 27-October 6, 2013
Auditions: August 19-20, 2013
First Lady Suite
By Michael John LaChiusa
Fall Musical -- Theatre PG
First Lady Suite is a musical look into the lives of four 20th century First Ladies: Jackie Kennedy, Mamie Eisenhower, Bess Truman, and Eleanor Roosevelt. From their shared struggle to define the role of women in a changing world, to each one's search to define herself while living in the glare of the public eye, this sometimes haunting musical takes a lyrical, humorous, and poignant look into the lives of these legendary women.
Performances: October 18-27, 2013
Auditions: September 10-11, 2013
The Snow Queen
By Jonathan Graham
From the story by Hans Christian Andersen
A Theatre for Youth Jellybean Theatre Production -- Theatre G
When her best friend is kidnapped by the evil Snow Queen, 12-year-old Gerda goes on a quest to rescue him with the help of Nick the Troll and Nell the Elf. Will Gerda be able to find her friend before his heart freezes forever? Find out in this fresh and fun adaptation of the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen.
Performances: November 9, 16, and 23, 2013
Auditions: October 8-9, 2013
Playhouse of the Air Presents:
Miracle on 34th Street
Holiday Show -- Theatre G
Let La Crosse Community Theatre take you back to a simpler time and place with a staged radio production of the holiday classic Miracle on 34th Street. A radio announcer, musicians, a sound effects team, and an acting company help bring these memorable and well-loved characters to life on stage. It's sure to be the theatrical hit of the holiday season!
Performances: December 13-22, 2013
Auditions: November 5-6, 2013
Tuesdays With Morrie
By Jeffrey Hatcher and Mitch Albom
Patron Pick -- Theatre PG
The true story of Mitch Albom, an accomplished journalist driven solely by his career, and Morrie Schwartz, his former college professor. When Mitch learns that Morrie is dying of Lou Gehrig's Disease, he seeks out his old mentor, and what starts as a simple visit to say goodbye turns into a weekly pilgrimage and one final class on the meaning of life.
Performances: February 14-March 2, 2014
Auditions December 17, 2013
Guys on Ice
Book and lyrics by Fred Alley
Music by James Kaplan
Winter Musical -- Theatre PG
This delightful musical is the story of two ice-fishing buddies who talk and sing about life, love, and the one that got away. Safe in their ice-fishing shanty, long-time pals Lloyd and Marvin keep warm with a mutual appreciation for good bait, cold beer, and football.
Performances: March 14-23, 2014
Auditions January 28-29, 2014
Thoroughly Modern Millie
Music by Jeanine Tesori
Lyrics by Dick Scanlan
Book by Richard Morris and Dick Scanlan
Spring Musical -- Theatre PG
Young Millie Dillmount has just moved to the big city with plans to marry a man for money instead of love. She soon finds out that the big city has other plans. Thoroughly Modern Millie is a high-spirited musical romp filled with frisky flappers, dashing leading men, a villainess audiences will love to hate, and the most irrepressible heroine to ever step off the bus! Winner of the 2002 Tony Award for Best Musical.
Performances: May 9-25, 2014
Auditions March 17-18, 2014
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
By Judy Blume
Adapted by Bruce Mason
Theatre for Youth Production -- Theatre G
Oh, brother! Sibling mischief and best pal escapades are the problems Peter Hatcher faces in his attempts to deal with his impossible little brother, Fudge. Based on the best-selling children's novel by Judy Blume, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing is a humorous look at family life and the troubles that can only be caused by a younger sibling.
Performances: June 13-22, 2014
Auditions: April 28-29, 2014
