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Moana - the Disney classic musical of an adventurous teenager who sails out on a daring mission to save her people. Brought to Theatre in the Park’s stage starring students of Studio on the Square's Music Theatre program. www.studioonthesquare.com This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council.

The Nature of Freedom: A literary commemoration of Juneteenth is a readers theater piece; a style of theater in which the actors present the script without costumes, scenery, or special lighting. Actors use only scripts and vocal expression to help the audience understand and follow the story. Sources are cited throughout the 30-minute act and include: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, Langston Hughes, Harriet Tubman, Dr. Maya Angelou, Robert Smalls, Harriet Beecher Stowe, and Henry Bibb. The play is directed by Reggie Guyton, with script by Ed MacMurdo.

There are multiple opportunities for you to experience this inspiring production.

Thursday, June 12, at 12:00 p.m.
Friday, June 13, at 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 18, at 12:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 19, at 12:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 19, at 6:30 p.m.
The daytime performances are included with your regular museum admission.

The evening event is free, but does require advance ticketing.

Springfield Theatre Centre is holding auditions for the upcoming November musical production of The Hello Girls. From New York to Paris, from ragtime to jazz...The Hello Girls tells the true story of America's first women soldiers, bilingual telephone operators who served on the front lines of WWI. These brave women helped turn the tide of the war, then returned home to fight for recognition and equality, paving the way for future generations.

Co-directors: Emily Noel & Meg Hickman
Vocal Director: Tiffany Williams
Choreographer: Sean Robb

Performance dates: November 14-16, 21-23

The production team is seeking a diverse cast. All interested parties are encouraged to audition.