Our ABC adults are taking on the 2nd longest running musical of all time: Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats! Come to the Jellicle Ball! Cats Performed November 8-18, 2024 on the Main Stage and was directed and choreographed by Toni Butler accompanied by a live orchestra under the direction of Michelle Willis. Director's Note: “Well, here we are! You came, perhaps out of curiosity or a deep-seated love for cats—whatever your reason, welcome! The more I … [Read more...] about ABC’s Cats
2024 Season
TBC 2024: It’s about us!
Director's Note "I LOVE TBC!! This is my 10th year directing TBC. Every year has been a gift; To work and play with such thoroughly delightful teens has been unforgettable! This year’s theme, “It’s about us!”, is about the relationships we have on stage and how to communicate them in a way that the audience connects and cares about those relationships too. Sit back and enjoy seeing how awesome these teens have become in just three weeks!" ~Toni … [Read more...] about TBC 2024: It’s about us!
The Phantom of the Opera
The Phantom of the Opera Performed June 14-24, 2024 Take a look at this beloved and stunning production: Director's Note: “ 'All I wanted was to be loved for myself.' (Erik, The Phantom of the Opera) How many of us feel this way? I do. Phantom was the first mega-musical: big everything! But I encourage you to look past all the visual beauty (but enjoy it; we worked hard on that too!) and see the human struggle; the longing to be loved … [Read more...] about The Phantom of the Opera
The Secret Garden 2024
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
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
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