The longest running musical of all time, The Phantom of the Opera, may have closed on Broadway but it's coming to Kensington Theatre in June, 2024 and we are STOKED!!! The Story: The Phantom of the Opera is a thrilling and romantic account of the legendary Phantom, a musical genius who dwells deep beneath a majestic opera house in Paris. Shunned by society for his horrible facial deformity, he takes a promising young soprano, Christine, under … [Read more...] about The Phantom of the Opera
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ABC’s Cats
In November, our ABC adults will take on the 2nd longest running musical of all time: Andrew Lloyd Webber's Cats! Come to the Jellicle Ball! Cats will be directed and choreographed by Toni Butler accompanied by a live orchestra under the direction of Michelle Willis. Information: Tickets: $12-$15 Ticket Policy: No refunds. No one under 3 will be allowed in the theatre. Everyone entering the theatre must have their own seat. Running … [Read more...] about ABC’s Cats
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
ELA’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 and … [Read more...] about ELA’s Peter and the Starcatcher
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 new … [Read more...] about Steel Magnolias
ABC: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui
The Story: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui is comedy set in gangster America written by Bertolt Brecht in 1941 and follows the life of Arturo Ui as he gradually rises to power by bribing, corrupting, and murdering those standing in his way. It is a parody of the rise of Adolf Hitler. "The play is not so much an attack on Hitler, but rather upon the complacency of the people who were able to resist him, but didn't." ~Bertolt Brecht I have … [Read more...] about ABC: The Resistible Rise of Arturo Ui
ELA’s The Lion King
The Lion King! We collaborated again with our awesome friends to create Inclusion Theatre! Lion king performed October 6-14, 2023 Take a Sneak Peak: Cast List: LIONESSES/STARS Ashlyn Gardner*, Amanda Nestman** Bailey Nelson*, Rosa Howes** Charlotte Arsenault Cyana Griffin*, Julie Rhodes** Lexi Sorensen*, Shaye Haskins** Mariana Morillo GAZELLES/DANCE ENSEMBLE/STARS Ellie Stottmann Mika Munkhsaikhan Paula … [Read more...] about ELA’s The Lion King
TBC 2023: Be Versatile!
TBC, 2023 Performed: August 11 and 12 Director's Note "I LOVE TBC!! This is my 9th year directing TBC. Every year has been a gift; To work and play with such thoroughly delightful teens has been unforgettable! This year we are missing my partner and friend in TBC, Erin Walker: We love you, Erin! This year’s theme, “Be Versatile”, is about studying your strengths and weaknesses and making both stronger; To face your fears and move forward … [Read more...] about TBC 2023: Be Versatile!
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 11th Annal Toni Awards in December, 2024!! 2022 Winners! Magic Moments: Magic Moments are picked by the directors of the … [Read more...] about The Toni Awards
ABC’s SHREK
In, January 2025 our ABC adults will mentor the ELA Advanced Students in SHREK! Information: Tickets: $12-$15 Ticket Policy: No refunds. No one under 3 will be allowed in the theatre. Everyone entering the theatre must have their own seat. Running Time: Approximately 2 hours (including a 10 minute intermission) Age Recommendation: 3+ Performances: January 17, 18, 20, 27, 30, 31, & Feb. 1, 2025 in The Black Box Cast … [Read more...] about ABC’s SHREK