Synopsis: Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his disabled son Colin. The estate's many wonders include a magic garden which beckons the children with haunting melodies and the "Dreamers," spirits from Mary's past who guide her through her new life, dramatizing The Secret Garden's compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal. The Secret … [Read more...] about The Secret Garden 2024
ELA’s Peter and the Starcatcher
The Story: Based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, Peter and the Starcatcher explores how a young orphan ultimately becomes Peter Pan. Director's Note: “To have faith is to have wings!” I am a huge Peter Pan fan and I have always loved this quote from the book. I love that Peter and the Starcatcher uses it so beautifully as well. I have limitless faith in these actors and you will see them fly tonight! ~Toni Butler" Peter and … [Read more...] about ELA’s Peter and the Starcatcher
Steel Magnolias
Steel Magnolias is a beloved comedy-drama about the bond among a group of Southern women in a home beauty salon in northwest Louisiana. The title suggests the "female characters are as delicate as magnolias but as tough as steel". Steel Magnolias was directed by Rebekah Price. Synopsis: The action is set in Truvy's beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies who are "anybody" come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager … [Read more...] about Steel Magnolias
ABC: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui
The Story: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui is comedy set in gangster America written by Bertolt Brecht in 1941 and follows the life of Arturo Ui as he gradually rises to power by bribing, corrupting, and murdering those standing in his way. It is a parody of the rise of Adolf Hitler. "The play is not so much an attack on Hitler, but rather upon the complacency of the people who were able to resist him, but didn't." ~Bertolt Brecht I have … [Read more...] about ABC: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui
ELA’s The Lion King
The Lion King! We collaborated again with our awesome friends to create Inclusion Theatre! Lion king performed October 6-14, 2023 Take a Sneak Peak: Cast List: LIONESSES/STARS Ashlyn Gardner*, Amanda Nestman** Bailey Nelson*, Rosa Howes** Charlotte Arsenault Cyana Griffin*, Julie Rhodes** Lexi Sorensen*, Shaye Haskins** Mariana Morillo GAZELLES/DANCE ENSEMBLE/STARS Ellie Stottmann Mika Munkhsaikhan Paula … [Read more...] about ELA’s The Lion King
TBC 2023: Be Versatile!
TBC, 2023 Performed: August 11 and 12 Director's Note "I LOVE TBC!! This is my 9th year directing TBC. Every year has been a gift; To work and play with such thoroughly delightful teens has been unforgettable! This year we are missing my partner and friend in TBC, Erin Walker: We love you, Erin! This year’s theme, “Be Versatile”, is about studying your strengths and weaknesses and making both stronger; To face your fears and move forward … [Read more...] about TBC 2023: Be Versatile!
The Toni Awards
What are The Toni Awards? Glad you asked! The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) created this fun night to celebrate all the fun we have had with Kensington Theatre! There will be friends, fun, awards, performances and it is all FREE! Dress is Black Tie... or whatever you feel like wearing! Everyone is welcome. See you at the 12th Annal Toni Awards on December 5 at 7:30p, 2025!! 2024 Winners! Magic Moments: Magic Moments are picked by the … [Read more...] about The Toni Awards
ABC’s Peter and the Starcatcher
The Story: Based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson, Peter and the Starcatcher explores how a young orphan ultimately becomes Peter Pan. Director's Note: “To have faith is to have wings!” I am a huge Peter Pan fan and I have always loved this quote from the book. I love that Peter and the Starcatcher uses it so beautifully as well. I have limitless faith in these actors and you will see them fly tonight! ~Toni Butler" Peter … [Read more...] about ABC’s Peter and the Starcatcher
Footloose
This was an energetic and well-loved production! Footloose performed June 16-26, 2023 Theatre is a beautiful window to the truth in our own lives. While researching my vision for this production, the bridge kept creeping back to my mind. Important things happen to this town on the bridge; the accident that killed four teen-agers and the moment Ariel and Ren finally find someone who can see them the way they want to be seen. Symbolically, … [Read more...] about Footloose
ABC: Into the Woods
This Tony Award winning musical was presented by our Adult Boot Camp. Stephen Sondheim magically weaves together the Grimm's fairy tales with comical and touching genius! Director's Note: “I LOVE Into the Woods! I adore it with all my soul! Listen to the words… really listen. Pay attention to the moral of Act I (sung in the Act I Finale) then compare it to the moral of Act II (sung in the Act II Finale). There is so much to learn from Stephen … [Read more...] about ABC: Into the Woods