It’s 1942, and two of Hollywood’s biggest divas have descended upon the luxurious Palm Beach Royale Hotel – assistants, luggage and legendary feud with one another in tow. Come audition to be a part of the cast for this funny, fast-paced farce! We’re looking for 5 women and 4 men to bring this hilarious story to life on stage…we know the right players are just waiting in the wings!

This casting call for “Suite Surrender” is open to adults (18+ and out of high school). The time is come-and-go, but plan to spend 20-30 minutes with us. Here is additional information including the rehearsal schedule and casting information.

The Arts Center is proud to partner with Mindy’s Dance Studio to present a Talent Showcase, held at the Historic Anthony Theatre! Enjoy an evening of local talent, featuring performing arts acts in dance, theatre, music, and more!

The Arts Center is proud to present Disney's The Aristocats KIDS!  This new summer offering is unique in several ways – it features performers in 4th through 8th grades, and this show will be presented as a dinner theatre at the Attica Memorial Building – a full night of entertainment in Harper County!

Based on the beloved Disney animated film, and featuring a jazzy, upbeat score, Disney’s The Aristocats KIDS is a non-stop thrill ride of feline fun, complete with unbelievable twists and turns.

In the heart of Paris, a kind and eccentric millionairess wills her entire estate to Duchess, her high-society cat, and her three little kittens. Laughs and adventure ensue as the greedy, bumbling butler pulls off the ultimate catnap caper. Now it's up to the rough-and-tumble alley cat, Thomas O'Malley, and his band of swingin' jazz cats to save the day.

The Arts Center is proud to present Disney's The Aristocats KIDS!  This new summer offering is unique in several ways – it features performers in 4th through 8th grades, and this show will be presented as a dinner theatre at the Attica Memorial Building – a full night of entertainment in Harper County!

Based on the beloved Disney animated film, and featuring a jazzy, upbeat score, Disney’s The Aristocats KIDS is a non-stop thrill ride of feline fun, complete with unbelievable twists and turns.

In the heart of Paris, a kind and eccentric millionairess wills her entire estate to Duchess, her high-society cat, and her three little kittens. Laughs and adventure ensue as the greedy, bumbling butler pulls off the ultimate catnap caper. Now it's up to the rough-and-tumble alley cat, Thomas O'Malley, and his band of swingin' jazz cats to save the day.

Pop into the Historic Anthony Theatre on BalloonFest weekend to grab some hot, fresh popcorn and see this funny a mini melodrama (only 15 minutes long!) by the Arts Center Players. It’s a fun, free, family-friendly show, and you can see it at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm!

Get your best ‘boo hiss!’ ready for the villain, along with a sweet ‘oooooh aaaaaah!’ for the heroine…and will the hero get there in time to save the day?!

Pop into the Historic Anthony Theatre on BalloonFest weekend to grab some hot, fresh popcorn and see this funny a mini melodrama (only 15 minutes long!) by the Arts Center Players. It’s a fun, free, family-friendly show, and you can see it at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm!

Get your best ‘boo hiss!’ ready for the villain, along with a sweet ‘oooooh aaaaaah!’ for the heroine…and will the hero get there in time to save the day?!

Pop into the Historic Anthony Theatre on BalloonFest weekend to grab some hot, fresh popcorn and see this funny a mini melodrama (only 15 minutes long!) by the Arts Center Players. It’s a fun, free, family-friendly show, and you can see it at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm!

Get your best ‘boo hiss!’ ready for the villain, along with a sweet ‘oooooh aaaaaah!’ for the heroine…and will the hero get there in time to save the day?!

This casting call for “The Aristocats KIDS” is open to students 4th through 8th grades (finishing those grades). New for this show: we are scheduling auditions, so you can choose your 30 minute slot here: https://the-arts-center-scheduling.as.me/.

Come prepared with a memorized piece (something like a poem or a monologue) and an a cappella song. We’ll also include a short dance audition — we’ll teach you a short bit of choreography, and then you’ll present it with a group. We want to hear and see what you bring to the stage!

This casting call for “The Aristocats KIDS” is open to students 4th through 8th grades (finishing those grades). New for this show: we are scheduling auditions, so you can choose your 30 minute slot here: https://the-arts-center-scheduling.as.me/.

Come prepared with a memorized piece (something like a poem or a monologue) and an a cappella song. We’ll also include a short dance audition — we’ll teach you a short bit of choreography, and then you’ll present it with a group. We want to hear and see what you bring to the stage!

The Arts Center is proud to announce the casting for the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition!  The 60-minute musical, designed for student performers, is based on the classic novel by L. Frank Baum and the iconic 1939 MGM movie, starring Judy Garland as Dorothy.

This beloved musical adventure will whisk audiences from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz featuring unforgettable characters and a cast of talented young performers.  Enjoy timeless songs including “Over the Rainbow,” “We’re Off to See the Wizard”, and “If I Only Had a Heart” as Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion follow the Yellow Brick Road in search of courage, heart, wisdom and home. Bring the whole family for a journey full of laughter, adventure, and song, and discover once again that there truly is no place like home.

THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC.  www.concordtheatricals.com

The Arts Center is proud to announce the casting for the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition!  The 60-minute musical, designed for student performers, is based on the classic novel by L. Frank Baum and the iconic 1939 MGM movie, starring Judy Garland as Dorothy.

This beloved musical adventure will whisk audiences from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz featuring unforgettable characters and a cast of talented young performers.  Enjoy timeless songs including “Over the Rainbow,” “We’re Off to See the Wizard”, and “If I Only Had a Heart” as Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion follow the Yellow Brick Road in search of courage, heart, wisdom and home. Bring the whole family for a journey full of laughter, adventure, and song, and discover once again that there truly is no place like home.

THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC.  www.concordtheatricals.com

The Arts Center is proud to announce the casting for the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition!  The 60-minute musical, designed for student performers, is based on the classic novel by L. Frank Baum and the iconic 1939 MGM movie, starring Judy Garland as Dorothy.

This beloved musical adventure will whisk audiences from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz featuring unforgettable characters and a cast of talented young performers.  Enjoy timeless songs including “Over the Rainbow,” “We’re Off to See the Wizard”, and “If I Only Had a Heart” as Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion follow the Yellow Brick Road in search of courage, heart, wisdom and home. Bring the whole family for a journey full of laughter, adventure, and song, and discover once again that there truly is no place like home.

THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC.  www.concordtheatricals.com

The Arts Center is proud to announce the casting for the upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition!  The 60-minute musical, designed for student performers, is based on the classic novel by L. Frank Baum and the iconic 1939 MGM movie, starring Judy Garland as Dorothy.

This beloved musical adventure will whisk audiences from Kansas to the magical Land of Oz featuring unforgettable characters and a cast of talented young performers.  Enjoy timeless songs including “Over the Rainbow,” “We’re Off to See the Wizard”, and “If I Only Had a Heart” as Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion follow the Yellow Brick Road in search of courage, heart, wisdom and home. Bring the whole family for a journey full of laughter, adventure, and song, and discover once again that there truly is no place like home.

THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC.  www.concordtheatricals.com

This casting call for “The Wizard of Oz” (Youth Edition) is open to students 4th through 12th grades. The time is come-and-go, but plan to spend 20-30 minutes with us. Come prepared with a memorized piece (something like a poem or a monologue) and an a cappella song. We’ll also include a short dance audition — we’ll teach you a short bit of choreography, and then you’ll present it with a group.* We want to hear and see what you bring to the stage!

*Want more time to learn the dance audition? Come to the audition workshop on Sunday, December 7th at 4 pm. We’ll also have this available via video after the workshop.

This free workshop is optional for auditioning for “The Wizard of Oz” (Youth Edition), but it’s a great chance to get some practice on the stage, brush up on those acting skills, and get some helpful pointers for your upcoming auditions!

NEW THIS YEAR: We’ll be teaching the choreography for the dance audition! Come to the workshop for extra time to work on the dance — and we’ll also have it available via video available after the workshop.

The Arts Center is proud to present its upcoming adult community theatre production – Steel Magnolias, by Robert Harling.  This well-known story about friendship in a small town explores the power of tight-knit community within the walls of Truvy’s salon.  This local production will run for two nights at the Historic Anthony Theatre — October 17th and 18th, 2025 at 7 pm. 

The play is nostalgically set in the 1980s and takes place in one location — Truvy’s salon — which is a converted carport next to her home.  Truvy’s salon is Chinquapin, Louisiana’s go-to place for a beauty fix with a hearty side of gossip. Along with her overeager assistant Annelle, Truvy pampers her small-town clients with hairdos, manicures and all kinds of unsolicited advice.  Anybody who’s anybody is a regular: There’s the doting M’Lynn and her soon-to-be-married daughter Shelby, the moody Ouiser and the well-to-do widow Clairee.  Through witty banter and wisecracks, this hodgepodge group of women form friendships as strong as steel, which they are forced to lean on when tragedy strikes.

TICKETS:  Advanced tickets for Steel Magnolias will be available here. Tickets will also be available at the box office of the theatre on the day of the show.  Adult tickets are $8, children (ages 4-12) are $6, children (ages 0-3) are $3.

The Arts Center is proud to present its upcoming adult community theatre production – Steel Magnolias, by Robert Harling.  This well-known story about friendship in a small town explores the power of tight-knit community within the walls of Truvy’s salon.  This local production will run for two nights at the Historic Anthony Theatre — October 17th and 18th, 2025 at 7 pm. 

The play is nostalgically set in the 1980s and takes place in one location — Truvy’s salon — which is a converted carport next to her home.  Truvy’s salon is Chinquapin, Louisiana’s go-to place for a beauty fix with a hearty side of gossip. Along with her overeager assistant Annelle, Truvy pampers her small-town clients with hairdos, manicures and all kinds of unsolicited advice.  Anybody who’s anybody is a regular: There’s the doting M’Lynn and her soon-to-be-married daughter Shelby, the moody Ouiser and the well-to-do widow Clairee.  Through witty banter and wisecracks, this hodgepodge group of women form friendships as strong as steel, which they are forced to lean on when tragedy strikes.

TICKETS:  Advanced tickets for Steel Magnolias will be available here. Tickets will also be available at the box office of the theatre on the day of the show.  Adult tickets are $8, children (ages 4-12) are $6, children (ages 0-3) are $3.

Come audition to be a part of the cast for this well-known story about friendship in a small town. We’re looking for 6 women (and 1 man for a radio voice-over!) to bring this hilarious and touching story to life on stage…we know the right players are just waiting in the wings!

This casting call for “Steel Magnolias” is open to adults (18+ and out of high school). The time is come-and-go, but plan to spend 20-30 minutes with us. Here is additional information (rehearsal schedule and casting information, including monologues for auditions).

The Arts Center is proud to partner with Mindy’s Dance Studio to present a Talent Showcase, held at the Historic Anthony Theatre! Enjoy an evening of local talent, featuring performing arts acts in dance, theatre, music, and more!

Disney’s The Lion King JR. is playing at the Historic Anthony Theatre starting on March 7th, 2025 at 7 pm for 2 nights only! The 60-minute musical, designed for student performers, is based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor and the 1994 Disney film. The Arts Center cast contains 37 students led by Director Alison White, Stage Manager Ami DeLacerda, Music Director Erin Bundy, and Ensemble Coach Holly McDermott.

The Lion King JR.tells the story of the epic adventures of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king. Along the way, the young lion encounters a colorful cast of characters including spunky lioness Nala, charismatic meerkat Timon, and loveable warthog Pumbaa. To claim his rightful place on the throne and save his beloved Pridelands , Simba must find his inner strength and confront his wicked Uncle Scar. The Lion King JR. features classic songs from the 1994 film such as “Hakuna Matata” and the Academy Award®-winning “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” as well as additional songs penned for the Broadway production.

For more information about licensing The Lion King JR.or other Disney shows, please visit www.DisneyMusicals.com.

Disney’s The Lion King JR. is playing at the Historic Anthony Theatre starting on March 7th, 2025 at 7 pm for 2 nights only! The 60-minute musical, designed for student performers, is based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor and the 1994 Disney film. The Arts Center cast contains 37 students led by Director Alison White, Stage Manager Ami DeLacerda, Music Director Erin Bundy, and Ensemble Coach Holly McDermott.

The Lion King JR.tells the story of the epic adventures of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king. Along the way, the young lion encounters a colorful cast of characters including spunky lioness Nala, charismatic meerkat Timon, and loveable warthog Pumbaa. To claim his rightful place on the throne and save his beloved Pridelands , Simba must find his inner strength and confront his wicked Uncle Scar. The Lion King JR. features classic songs from the 1994 film such as “Hakuna Matata” and the Academy Award®-winning “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” as well as additional songs penned for the Broadway production.

For more information about licensing The Lion King JR.or other Disney shows, please visit www.DisneyMusicals.com.

***This performance is invitation only for local schools.***

Disney’s The Lion King JR. is playing at the Historic Anthony Theatre starting on March 7th, 2025 at 7 pm for 2 nights only! The 60-minute musical, designed for student performers, is based on the Broadway production directed by Julie Taymor and the 1994 Disney film. The Arts Center cast contains 37 students led by Director Alison White, Stage Manager Ami DeLacerda, Music Director Erin Bundy, and Ensemble Coach Holly McDermott.

The Lion King JR. tells the story of the epic adventures of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king. Along the way, the young lion encounters a colorful cast of characters including spunky lioness Nala, charismatic meerkat Timon, and loveable warthog Pumbaa. To claim his rightful place on the throne and save his beloved Pridelands , Simba must find his inner strength and confront his wicked Uncle Scar. The Lion King JR. features classic songs from the 1994 film such as “Hakuna Matata” and the Academy Award®-winning “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” as well as additional songs penned for the Broadway production.

For more information about licensing The Lion King JR. or other Disney shows, please visit www.DisneyMusicals.com.

This casting call for “The Lion King Jr” is open to students 4th through 12th grades. The time is come-and-go, but plan to spend 20-30 minutes with us. Come prepared with a memorized piece (something like a poem or a monologue) and an a cappella song. We’ll also include quick piano-accompanied singing of ‘Happy Birthday’ and a short dance audition — we’ll teach you a short bit of choreography, and then you’ll present it with a group. We want to hear and see what you bring to the stage!

This free workshop is optional for auditioning for “The Lion King Jr.”, but it’s a great chance to get some practice on the stage, brush up on those acting skills, and get some helpful pointers for your upcoming auditions!

The Arts Center is proud to present ‘The Death & Life of Sneaky Fitch’, by James L. Rosenberg.  ‘Sneaky Fitch’ is a Western tale, sure to delight audiences of all ages with singing cowboys, saloon girls, and shootouts! 

To the little town of Gopher Gulch, Sneaky Fitch is an abrasive disgrace—a no-good, drunken, nuisance. When he falls ill, there is a sigh of relief, and when he apparently dies there are few tears. But when Sneaky rises from his coffin, the picture changes, for no one dares confront a man who has come back from the dead. Capitalizing on his “invincibility” Sneaky soon takes over as sheriff, mayor, and town banker—not to mention facing down Rackham, the fastest gun in the West. In short, where he was formerly unbearable he is now insufferable. But is Sneaky really immortal?  Can he really outrun death?  And will things in Gopher Gulch ever be the same?

TICKETS:  Advanced tickets for ‘Sneaky Fitch’ are available here.  Tickets will also be available at the box office of the theatre on the day of the show.  Adult tickets are $8, children (ages 0-12) are $6.

The Arts Center is proud to present ‘The Death & Life of Sneaky Fitch’, by James L. Rosenberg.  ‘Sneaky Fitch’ is a Western tale, sure to delight audiences of all ages with singing cowboys, saloon girls, and shootouts! 

To the little town of Gopher Gulch, Sneaky Fitch is an abrasive disgrace—a no-good, drunken, nuisance. When he falls ill, there is a sigh of relief, and when he apparently dies there are few tears. But when Sneaky rises from his coffin, the picture changes, for no one dares confront a man who has come back from the dead. Capitalizing on his “invincibility” Sneaky soon takes over as sheriff, mayor, and town banker—not to mention facing down Rackham, the fastest gun in the West. In short, where he was formerly unbearable he is now insufferable. But is Sneaky really immortal?  Can he really outrun death?  And will things in Gopher Gulch ever be the same?

TICKETS:  Advanced tickets for ‘Sneaky Fitch’ are available here.  Tickets will also be available at the box office of the theatre on the day of the show.  Adult tickets are $8, children (ages 0-12) are $6.