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The Little Theatre on the Square in Sullivan brings professional performers to the rural Midwest | Community Voices

John Stephens
Photo courtesy of John Stephens
John Stephens is the executive director and producer at the Little Theatre in Sullivan, Ill.

John Stephens is the executive director and producer of the Little Theatre on the Square in Sullivan, Ill. He spoke to Community Voices about the theatre and explained how it is the only Actors’ Equity Association affiliated theatre between Chicago and St. Louis. He also talked about the friendships he’s made with Broadway performers during his time at the Little Theatre.

Vanessa was the Community Voices Production Coordinator at NPR Illinois from 2021-2025. She continues her passion for broadcasting as a co-host of the Beyond the Mouse podcast for the Front Row Network.
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