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World-class entertainment doesn't always come from international superstars and Hollywood powerhouses. Sometimes, the performances of a lifetime are given by your friends and neighbors or perhaps yourself.
The Chambersburg Community Theatre was founded over 60 years ago with the goal of giving Chambersburg residents the opportunity to perform on stage or to come out and support their neighbors and enjoy a great performance.
The mission of Chambersburg's community theatre is to entertain the community and to educate and encourage participation in local, live theatre. The first performance, "The Male Animal," was given by a small group in 1954. Since then, the group has gone on to perform thoughtful dramas like "Diary of Anne Frank," lively musicals like "The Sound of Music," and comedies like "A Christmas Story" along with two original productions from local playwrights.
Officially incorporated in 1960, the group was granted non-profit status in 1974. They have called just about every stage in Chambersburg, PA home at one time including Central Junior High, Faust Junior High, Wilson College, and the now-demolished Rosedale Theatre that once stood at 41 North Main Street. Today, they are the resident company at the Capitol Theatre, the location of their very first production.
The historic Capitol Theatre, located at 159 South Main Street, has been entertaining the Chambersburg community since 1927. The grand style and luxurious details of the theatre are the perfect backdrop for the touring live productions, films, and performances by the two resident companies: the Chambersburg Community Theatre and the Chambersburg Ballet Theatre. For tickets to any of the performances at the Capitol Theatre, call the Box Office at (717) 263-0202 or purchase tickets online.
The next production will be Agatha Christie's "Black Coffee," a whodunit mystery directed by Tom Amick. Performance dates are September 19-21 and 26-28. Friday and Saturday shows start at 8:00 p.m., and Sunday matinees begin at 2:00 p.m. To purchase advance tickets, visit the online ticket center.
November's performance will be based on the motion picture "Meet Me in St. Louis," and directed by Vicki Gontz. Enjoy classic songs such as Meet Me in St. Louis, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, and The Trolley Song. Performances will be November 15-16 and 20-23 with evening and matinee times available.
The first way to become a part of the Chambersburg Community Theatre is by auditioning for an upcoming production. Many parts require no special training or experience so everyone is welcome. Auditions are held six to eight weeks before opening night with the next one for "Meet Me in St. Louis" on August 24 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and August 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre.
The second way to join is to become a part of the off-stage production crew. Set designers, painters, costume artists, lighting and sound techs, and make-up artists are needed for every show. Other positions include ushers, musicians, marketers, fundraisers, and financial assistants.
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