Orange Community Education & Recreation

For over forty-five years, Stagecrafters has been building character on and off the stage in Northeast Ohio. YOU are the reason our curtain continues to rise! Whether in the spotlight, behind the scenes, or enjoying the show, we thank you for investing in our future. We are a self sustaining theatre program that relies on individual donations and our community sponsors to meet our operating expenses. We pride ourselves on helping people of all ages embrace the journey of self-discovery through innovative programming: a variety of classes, coachings, summer camps, adaptive programs, summer stock, teen programs, and professional full-scale productions. Your contribution finances professional teaching artists, operating expenses, backdrops, publicity, props, set design, and costume maintenance & storage. With your support, we will attain new highs in quality programming, so we can continue to encourage each student to reach for the stars.

Welcome to Broadway Buddies Leadership Course, where teens with a passion for theater and a heart for inclusion come together to cultivate leadership skills and foster friendships. Set within the creative energy of Stagecrafters theater, this immersive experience offers a unique blend of performance training and leadership development. Campers will not only hone their acting, singing, and dancing abilities but also learn the importance of empathy, communication, and collaboration. With a focus on inclusion, campers work alongside peers with special needs, creating a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can shine.

We're off to see the wizard! Join Dorothy, a spirited Kansas farm girl, as she’s swept away by a tornado and transported to the magical Land of Oz. On her quest to find the mysterious Wizard who can help her return home, Dorothy meets a lovable Scarecrow in search of a brain, a kind-hearted Tin Man longing for a heart, and a timid Lion who dreams of finding courage. Together, they journey down the Yellow Brick Road, facing challenges, making unforgettable friends, and learning that the power to go home—and to be brave, smart, and loving—was within them all along. Participation Eligibility Students must be enrolled in a Fall 2025 Stagecrafters’ class in order to be eligible to audition (private coaching is not considered a Stagecrafter’s class). Prospective cast members must be registered prior to auditioning and must attend auditions to be cast in the show. Once cast, each parent/guardian must submit an ad including a photo & message (to be included in the show playbill) and a brief biography (bio) for their child. Fees GRADES 2-7: The Registration Fee below includes the Participation Fee of $149 & Ad Fee of $75. An additional mandatory costume fee of $75 is required if cast. The Costume Fee is $75 and will be collected at the first rehearsal by Parent Production. Payment will be processed prior to the first rehearsal. MY FIRST PRODUCTION K-1: The Registration Fee below includes the Participation Fee of $99 & Costume Fee of $50. ALL PARTICIPANTS: Optional purchases of Yard Signs, Shirts & Photos will be available after the cast list has been given out. Auditions GRADES 2-7: Auditions will be held on Sunday, October 5. All students grades 2-7 must audition in order to be part of the casting process. MY FIRST PRODUCTION: No audition required, enrollment is on a first come first serve basis. Rehearsals Rehearsals will be on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays from 5:30-8:30. Not every cast member will be called to every rehearsal. Once we cast the show, we will distribute rehearsal schedules that try to accommodate cast members' conflicts as best as possible. Older cast members will typically be called to more rehearsals than younger cast members. MY FIRST PRODUCTION: Rehearsals are scheduled for 11/30, 12/7, 12/14 from 1 -3 pm at OHS. Tech Week Tech week is the final and most intensive MANDATORY week of rehearsals for ALL CAST MEMBERS before a musical opens to an audience. It's when all the technical elements of the production—lighting, sound, costumes, set changes, props, microphones, special effects, and more—are integrated with the actors' performances. Tech week dates are Saturday January 10 - Thursday January 15. Show Dates/Tickets Performances are scheduled for January 16, 17 & 18, 2026. Tickets will go on sale approximately 2 weeks before the show. Cast members will receive a link to purchase tickets prior to access of the general public. Ticket prices range from $15-$20. Important Dates: 1/10-1/15 - MANDATORY TECH WEEK 1/16-1/18 - Production dates 11/9 - Bios due (11/30 for K-1) 11/9 - Ad artwork due 11/30 - Apparel Payment due 11/30 - Yard Sign Payment due 1/15 - Photo Package Payment due