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Family-Friendly, Musical, Show, Spotlight Acting School, Teen Actors

Seussical the Musical (July 31 – Aug 9)

Presented by Spotlight Acting School
Students Age 14-18

Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, and all your favorite Dr. Seuss characters burst to life in this bright, hilarious, and heartwarming musical adventure. When Horton discovers a tiny world on a speck of dust, he must protect the Whos of Whoville—no matter who doubts him—while also guarding an abandoned egg for the carefree Mayzie La Bird.

Packed with catchy songs, big ensemble moments, and tons of imagination, Seussical is a family-friendly celebration of kindness, courage, and believing in what’s right—because a person’s a person, no matter how small.

Adult Actors, Drama, Show, The Bluegrass Players

Wolves of Sherwood (July 31 – Aug 8)

Presented by The Bluegrass Players
By Chelsea Frandsen
Directed by Luke Madden
July 31 – August 8
Robin Hood’s legacy lives on in Wolves of Sherwood, a bold reimagining of the Sherwood legend—where loyalty is tested, power is hunted, and survival comes at a cost. Set between Nottingham and the shadowed forest, this story follows Robin of Locksley and those bound to him as old enemies close in and new alliances form.
With a gripping plot, richly written characters, and a fast-moving pace, Wolves of Sherwood delivers an intense night of theatre for audiences who love dramatic storytelling and legendary heroes seen through a fresh lens.
Adult Actors, Comedy, Show, Spotlight Acting School, Teen Actors

Puffs: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic (Aug 14 – 23)

Presented by Spotlight Acting School
Ages 14-Adult

Spotlight is presenting the Young Wizards Two Act version that is apporpriate for all audiences.

You know the story of the famous young wizard… but this time, it’s told from the perspective of the students who were never the chosen ones. Puffs follows a group of well-meaning underdogs—loyal, awkward, and determined—trying to survive seven years at a certain magical school while the “heroes” get all the glory.

Fast, funny, and full of heart, this two-act version is packed with quick character changes, big laughs, and a sweet message about friendship and finding your place—even when you’re not the main character.

Child Actors, Family-Friendly, Musical, Show, Spotlight Acting School

Shrek the Musical KIDS (Aug 28 – Sept 6)

Presented by Spotlight Acting School
Directed by Daesha Miller
Blue Cast: August 28–30
Purple Cast: September 4–6

It’s time to head to Far Far Away! Shrek The Musical KIDS brings the hilarious, heartwarming story of Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and a whole swamp-full of fairy tale favorites to the stage in a fun, family-friendly production performed by our youngest Spotlight stars.

Packed with big laughs, catchy songs, and tons of personality, this show is a perfect first theatre experience for kids and families—and a great way to cheer on our students as they build confidence and shine on stage.

Adult Actors, Drama, Family-Friendly, Show, The Bluegrass Players

Sense and Sensibility.. and Margaret (Aug 28 – Sept 6)

Bluegrass Players:
Sense and Sensibility… and Margaret
By Rebecca Gellott (based on the novel by Jane Austen)

Presented by The Bluegrass Players
Performances: Aug 28 – Sept 5

Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility gets a fresh, theatrical twist—told through the eyes of Margaret Dashwood, the youngest sister and an aspiring novelist. From a café in the early 1800s, Margaret guides us back through her family’s story as Elinor and Marianne face love, loss, and life-changing choices—each in her own very different way: sense and sensibility.
With a large, colorful cast and quick-moving scenes that shift between “present day” and the Dashwoods’ past, this adaptation delivers romance, humor, and heart while celebrating the power of storytelling.

Produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service, Denver, Colorado

Spotlight Acting School, The Bluegrass Players, The Spotlight Players

The Spotlight Playhouse 2018/2019 Season

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As we begin rehearsals for our last few shows of the 2017/2018 season we look forward to another season of great entertainment, all located in our new 13,000sq ft Playhouse in Berea.

The shows are listed in Chronological order, but exact dates could change at this point.

The season consists of over 32 shows for 46 weeks of entertainment with over 150 performances. Don’t let anyone say there is nothing to do in Berea.

Look at the calendar in the next few days to see performance dates.

  1. Murder Mystery Dinner Show – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Aug 2018)
  2. A Spectacular Season Preview – by the Spotlight Players
    (Aug 2018)
  3. Press Start – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-9
    (Sept 2018)
  4. Let Your Hair Down, Rapunzel – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-11
    (Sept 2018)
  5. Young Frankenstein – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Sept 2018)
  6. You Can’t Take It with You – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Oct 2018)
  7. Honk Jr. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 9-14
    (Oct 2018) 
  8. Dracula  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Oct 2018) 
  9. Brigadoon – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Nov 2018)  
  10. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – by the Spotlight Players (Intergenerational)
    (Nov 2018) 
  11. Christmas Showcase – by the Spotlight Players (Intergenerational)
    (Dec 2018)
  12. An Old Time Christmas Live Radio Show – by the Spotlight Players
    (Dec 2018)
  13. Christmas Mystery Dinner Show – by The Bluegrass Players
    (Dec 2018)
  14. Disney’s My Son Pinocchio JR. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-9
    (Jan 2019)
  15. End Days  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Jan 2019)
  16. Shrek Jr. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 9-14
    (Feb 2019) 
  17. Space Pirates! – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-11
    (Feb 2019)  
  18. High School Musical – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Mar 2019) 
  19. The Importance of Being Earnest  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Mar 2019)
  20. How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying – by the Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Mar 2019)
  21. Festival of Short Plays
    (Mar 2019)
  22. Twelfth Night  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Mar 2019)
  23. Musicville – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-9
    (Apr 2019)
  24. The Lion the Witch and The Wardrobe – by the Spotlight Players (Intergenerational)
    (Apr 2019)
  25. Spamalot  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (May 2019)
  26. Junie B. Jones The Musical JR. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-11
    (May 2019) 
  27. Clue Dinner Show  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (May 2019)
  28. Singin’ in the Rain JR. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 9-14
    (Jun 2019)
  29. A Midsummer Night’s Dream – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Jun 2019)
  30. Oklahoma! – by the Spotlight Players (Intergenerational)
    (Jun 2019)
  31. A Broadway Revue – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 9-18
    (Jun 2019) 
  32. Moon Over Buffalo  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Jul 2019)
Cast Lists, The Bluegrass Players

Dracula 2017 Cast

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Stuart Rose – Reverend Wesley

Kyrsten Daugherty – Sarah Christian

Ryan Peters – Robert Christian

Kayla Stewart – Mary Christian

Lucas Slagle – Professor Silas Mason

Taylor Edwards – Maude Mason

Saylour Burchfield – Phoebe Mason

Micheal Soens – Thomas Mason

Gary Burchfield – Sheriff Broaddus

Shandi Johnson – Katie Broaddus

Will Marr – Jud

Laura Case – Eva

Annie Johnson – Sadie

Braelyn Cameron – Olivia

Bradley Powell – R. M.

Darrell Harrison – Count Dracula

Cast Lists, The Bluegrass Players

Carol Burnett Show Cast 2017

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Carol Burnett

Cast:  Darrell Harrison, Braden Mills, Paula Davis, Shandi Johnson, Sally Iseral, John Harter, Daniel Stuart Rose, Kayla Stewart, Bradley Powell, Annie Johnson, Scottie Johnson, Toni McHugh, Kyrsten Daugherty, Gary Burchfield, Sophia Sheperd, Chasity Bowlin

Skits:

Bonnie and Clod
Carol  –  Sally
Harvey  –  Darrell

 

The Wall Flowers
Carol – Sophia
Cass – Kyrsten
Harvey – Bradley
Lyle – Scottie

 

The Coffee Commercial
Carol – Paula
Debbie – Toni
Harvey – John

 

Late Date
Carol – Kyrsten
Harvey – Gary
Vicki – Annie

 

Hospital Nudge
Harvey – Stuart
Lyle –Darrell
Carol – Chasity

 

The Most Happy Stella
Lyle – Bradley
Harvey – Stuart
Don – Scottie
Carol – Kayla
Farmhand – Braden
Minister – Gary

 

Lovely Story
Carol – Annie
Harvey – Braden
Vicki – Shandi
Milton – Darrell
Boy – Stuart
Lyle – John

 

As the Stomach Turns #2
Lyle – Bradley
Tim – Darrell
Carol – Sally
Vicki – Kayla
Ken – Stuart
Harvey – Scottie

 

Flight 13 to Nowhere
Carol – Toni
Lyle – Braden
Harvey – Gary
Nan – Annie
Bob – Scottie
Ken – John
Vicki – Shandi

 

Gone with the Breeze
Carol – Chasity
Harvey – Darrell
Dick – Stuart
Lyle – Braden

 

Passion on 10th Avenue
Carol – Kayla
Art – Bradley
Nanette – Kyrsten
Old Lady – Paula

 

The Welfare Worker
Carol – Sally
Michele – Shandi
Harvey – Gary
Vicki – Sophia
Lyle – Bradley

 

The Old Folks
Carol – Toni
Harvey – John