Produced by special arrangement with Lillenas Publishing Co. KC, MO
Good news for today from the gospel of John. Based on John 20:31, this is a joyful and vibrant re-telling of Jesus' seven miracles described in the fourth Gospel, featuring four actors portraying 27 biblical characters. John, His Story was written by award-winning playwright Jeannette Clift George. The show was originally produced by A.D. Players and Lamb's Players in San Diego with an off-Broadway New York run in 1998.
John, His Story is sponsored by Cedar Grove Baptist Church.
Auditions: February 08-February 09
Produced by special arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, IL
Young Digory and his friend, Polly, through the use of magic rings created by Digory's uncle, set forth on a series of magical adventures through mythical kingdoms and enchanted lands. In this mythical land of talking animals, there are miraculous happenings as good battles against evil and Digory struggles to return home to cure his ailing mother. This is a prequel to The Chronicles of Narnia trilogy.
In partnership with Calvary Lutheran High School - no public auditions
Auditions: February 10-February 10
The newly acquired property adjacent to the local church presents new and exciting opportunities, and five dedicated ladies of the church take on the task of proving the property's worth. Unbeknownst to them, the town has other ideas and erects roadblocks, one after the other. Meanwhile, the Reverend struggles to support his flock, appease the local bureaucracy, crush the spying reporter's half-truth stories, and finally make the most of the bequeathed property while miles away on vacation. Who could have anticipated this gift would be the cause of so much turmoil and confusion.
Auditions: April 26-April 27
Rain! Rain! Rain! Noah, his wife, and three sons work around the clock preparing for the biggest journey of their lives. The crows are amazed. They have never seen the like and to think, they have the gall (or is it caw?) to question Noah's sanity, mocking and provoking him day after day. Suppose Noah is right after all and they have missed their chance to board the gigantic monstrosity called a boat for protection away from this abnormality called rain. This wonderful biblical story is told from the animals' perspective.
Doubting the Downpour is sponsored by Concord Baptist Church.
Auditions: June 07-June 08
Many expect senior citizen Sam Style to relax and take it easy. He was known on the job, in his community, and especially by his family as a true Christian, a real man of God. It's now time to enjoy some peace and quiet. Or is it? Alone since the death of his beloved wife, health concerns now forces Sam to sell his home and make other living arrangements. His children want him to come live with them, but Sam feels God directing him to a retirement home. With a light that witnesses to those around him, including residents and staff, Sam reminds us that no one is ever beyond being useful to God.
Auditions: July 26-July 27
Before there was High School Musical, there was Hi-Tops! Hi-Tops is a musical about three novice angels who are sent by Gabriel on a "fact finding mission" to earth as humans to blend in with a bunch of teenagers at a high school to learn first hand what peer pressure is. At the same time Lucifer shows up to try and win some souls for his side. Chaos ensues, and so does a lot of music and dancing. The lessons learned from this musical are invaluable and eternal; no one who sees this musical is ever the same.
In partnership with Lighthouse Preparatory Academy - no public auditions
Auditions: July 28-July 28
Produced by special arrangement with The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Illinois
It is their poorest winter ever, the crops have been devastated by locusts and the family must make a difficult decision that could change the family dynamics. This original play presents the poignant story of the "missing" two years in the life of the Ingalls family - the only substantial period that Laura chose not to write about in her Little House books. Told with period songs, humor and depth of character, A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas tells a story of healing that celebrates the importance of enduring family bonds.
A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas is sponsored by the First Church of God.
Auditions: October 18-October 19