Category Archives: Spotlight Acting School

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
Music by Stephen Flaherty | Lyrics and Book by Lynn Ahrens

July 31 – August 9
Performances: Fridays & Saturdays at 6:00pm, Sundays at 2:00pm

Seussical the Musical is coming to The Spotlight Playhouse in Berea, KY! Join us for a colorful, family-friendly musical adventure with beloved Dr. Seuss characters, big laughs, and heart.

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.

📍 Location
The Spotlight Playhouse — 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY 40403


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“Seussical the Musical” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI, 423 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019 | www.MTIShows.com

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
By Matt Cox

August 14 – 23
Performances: Fridays & Saturdays at 7:00pm, Sundays at 2:00pm

Spotlight is presenting the Young Wizards Two Act version that is appropriate 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.

📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse — 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY 40403


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Produced through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals, New York, NY | www.ConcordTheatricals.com

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

Shrek the Musical KIDS (Aug 28 – 30)

Presented by Spotlight Acting School
Ages: 4–11
Directed by Daesha Miller
Music by Jeanine Tesori | Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire

August 28 – 30
Performances: Friday & Saturday at 6:00pm, Sunday at 2:00pm

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.

📍 Location: The Spotlight Playhouse — 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY 40403


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“Shrek the Musical KIDS” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI, 423 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019 | www.MTIShows.com

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

Honk! Jr (Sept 18-27)

Presented by Spotlight Acting School
Students Age 9-14
Music by George Stiles | Lyrics and Book by Anthony Drewe

September 18 – 27
Performances: Fridays & Saturdays at 6:00pm, Sundays at 2:00pm

HONK! JR.

🦆 About the Show
Based on The Ugly Duckling, Honk! JR. is a funny, heartfelt musical about finding where you belong. With a pond full of quirky characters, big laughs, and a great message for all ages, this show is a perfect family night at the theater.

🎭 Who’s Performing
Spotlight Acting School students (ages 9–14)

📍 Location
The Spotlight Playhouse — 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY 40403


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“Honk! Jr.” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI, 423 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019 | www.MTIShows.com

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

Disney’s Frozen KIDS (October 16-25)

Presented by Spotlight Acting School
Ages: 4–11
Directed by Daesha Miller
Music & Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez | Book by Jennifer Lee

Two Casts — Two Weekends
Blue Cast: October 16–18
Purple Cast: October 23–25

Performances: Fridays & Saturdays at 6:00pm, Sundays at 2:00pm

Do you want to build a snowman? 🏰❄️

Disney’s Frozen KIDS brings Arendelle to life in this enchanting stage adaptation featuring your favorite characters — Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Kristoff, and Sven. With a cast of our youngest Spotlight stars, this heartwarming story of sisterhood, love, and self-discovery is the perfect family theatre experience.

Packed with beloved songs like Let It Go, Love Is an Open Door, and In Summer, plus show-stopping ensemble numbers, Frozen KIDS is a magical journey for audiences of all ages.

Location: The Spotlight Playhouse — 214 Richmond Rd, Berea, KY 40403


Book now

“Disney’s Frozen KIDS” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI, 423 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019 | www.MTIShows.com

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)