A tuneful, heartwarming story, it is based on the real life story of the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II. An Austrian abbey becomes a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music into the home. The Sound of Music will be directed by Maggie Scott Sheehan, with music direction by Cassandra Kerr and … [Read more...] about The Sound of Music
The Improvinators present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
We are bringing back this Improvinator favorite! Our improv team, The Improvinators presented The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee in 2021 and it is back! Come see 6 (or more) spellers try to be the next champion! Beware: Some featured spellers will come from the audience! Hilarity and entertainment ensue in this musical comedy, Tony award winning gem! The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee will be directed by Toni Butler, featuring a … [Read more...] about The Improvinators present The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Les Misérables School Edition, 2026
Early Light Academy, in proud partnership with Kensington Theatre, is thrilled to bring back an audience favorite that has captivated hearts and inspired generations: Les Misérables. As the world’s longest-running musical and a true modern classic, this powerful production is based on Victor Hugo’s epic novel and features one of the most unforgettable scores in musical theatre history. Designed to be an extraordinary experience for teen … [Read more...] about Les Misérables School Edition, 2026
Noises Off
One of the funniest plays ever written: A British farce inside a British farce! Sardines, mayhem, laughs and more! Noises Off will be directed by Jack Sheehan. INFORMATION: … [Read more...] about Noises Off
Puffs
For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain wizard school and conquered evil. this, however, is not his story. this is the story of the Puffs.... who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world. Puffs is a fast-paced, irreverent comedy with a heartwarming message. Thirteen actors play ~50 characters with many, many quick character and costume changes. Puffs was directed by Rebekah … [Read more...] about Puffs
ELA Matilda 2025
ELA Performing Arts is excited to announce that this year’s school musical is Matilda! We’re bringing this high-energy, heartwarming show to life with a full production featuring our 5th year of partnership with Inclusion Cheer for Inclusion Theatre. The production was directed and choreographed by Mrs. Butler, with music direction by Mrs. Kugler, and featured a live orchestra under the direction of Mrs. Willis. Director's Note: I love this … [Read more...] about ELA Matilda 2025
ELA’s The Addams Family
ELA's Advanced Class presented The Addams Family January 9-17, 2026 Summary: Wednesday Addams falling in love with a "normal" boy, Lucas Beineke, and inviting his family to dinner, forcing her macabre family to confront change and tradition during one chaotic night, as Gomez keeps the engagement secret from Morticia, testing their relationship and everyone's understanding of love, family, and acceptance. … [Read more...] about ELA’s The Addams Family
TBC: Little Shop of Horrors
Teen Boot Camp (TBC) is designed to be a rigorous theatre learning experience. It will be very challenging, quick paced, and demanding. One might describe it as a theatre class on steroids! If your teen has been aching to be a better actor, this intense program is the solution! Every four years, we do a full production in 3 weeks! We have done Pippin (2017) and Urinetown (2021). In 2025, we did Little Shop of Horrors! Summary: Little … [Read more...] about TBC: Little Shop of Horrors
Big Fish
Director's Note: “It has long been a dream of mine to direct Big Fish in connection with Father’s Day. I can think of no better story—no better musical—to honor the bond between fathers and their children. One line from the novel has always stayed with me: 'If a man could be said to be loved by his son, then I think that man could be considered great'. To be seen as great in the eyes of our children—what a beautiful and humbling definition of a … [Read more...] about Big Fish
Man of La Mancha
Director's Note: “To reach the unreachable stars.” How can one not be moved by a show with such a profound and soaring message? “To see life as it should be.” These words resonate deeply within me, for they capture a vision of hope, of aspiration, of striving for something greater than ourselves. I feel intimately connected to the powerful themes woven throughout this musical. “This is my quest”: Each day, I endeavor to reach my own “stars,” to … [Read more...] about Man of La Mancha