Zilker Theatre Productions

Zilker Theatre Productions Zilker Theatre Productions delights families every summer with free musical theatre in Zilker Park. Visit our website for more information: zilker.org
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Zilker Theatre Productions is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides free and award-winning entertainment every summer to an audience of over 60,000 people.

💕 Show ZTP Some Love This Valentine’s Day 💕This year, let’s celebrate love—for yourself, your community, and the magic o...
01/24/2025

💕 Show ZTP Some Love This Valentine’s Day 💕

This year, let’s celebrate love—for yourself, your community, and the magic of theatre! Zilker Theatre Productions is teaming up with Tiff’s Treats and Kendra Scott for two sweet fundraisers that give back to the arts.

Please save the dates for:

🍪 Tiff’s Treats Fundraiser
📅 February 1 - 15, 2025
📖 Use code: BRINGITON
Order freshly baked cookies for yourself or your loved ones, and 20% of your purchase will support ZTP! Share the love and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time.

✨ Kendra Scott Fundraiser
📅 February 6 - 7, 2025
📖 Code: Coming Soon!
Shop Kendra Scott’s gorgeous jewelry online, and 20% of your purchase will benefit ZTP. Treat yourself or find the perfect gift while supporting a great cause!

Every cookie and piece of jewelry makes a difference. Let’s make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable—together! ❤️

We’re Hiring for Our 2025 Summer Musical: Bring It On! 🎭For over six decades, Zilker Theatre Productions has proudly sho...
01/21/2025

We’re Hiring for Our 2025 Summer Musical: Bring It On! 🎭

For over six decades, Zilker Theatre Productions has proudly showcased Austin’s local talent through our annual summer musicals. From the outside, it might seem like creating a production is as simple as hosting auditions, memorizing lines, and perfecting dance routines. But behind the curtain lies an intricate world of creativity, coordination, and dedication that ensures the audience experiences pure magic under the stars.

This magic wouldn’t be possible without the talented individuals who bring our shows to life—onstage and behind the scenes. That’s why we’re committed to paying our creative and operational staff, as well as our cast, through grants, donations, and sponsorships.

If you’re passionate about theatre and want to join our Bring It On production team, we’d love to hear from you! 📩 Send your resume to [email protected].

Want to support our mission to keep this beloved tradition alive? Become a donor or sponsor today at https://zilker.org/donate/

Every contribution makes a difference!

Let’s make magic together this summer. 💫

🎉 You Did It, Austin! 🎉Thanks to YOUR support, donations, and rallying for ZTP, our 66th Summer Musical is happening! Th...
01/07/2025

🎉 You Did It, Austin! 🎉

Thanks to YOUR support, donations, and rallying for ZTP, our 66th Summer Musical is happening! This summer, we’re bringing the high-energy, high-flying, and sass-filled

Bring It On: The Musical to the Hillside!

📅 Mark your calendars:
🗓️ July 11 - August 16, 2025
📍 Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater
🎭 Thurs-Sun | 8:15 PM
🎟️ Free admission, donations encouraged!

The cutthroat world of competitive cheerleading meets high school politics and romance in this thrilling journey of friendship, betrayal, and forgiveness. Inspired by the hit film, Bring It On: The Musical will have you cheering along from start to finish! 🌟

🌟 Be the First to See It! 🌟

Donors giving $200 or more are invited to our exclusive Donor Preview Picnic, including a catered picnic dinner and sneak peek of the show!

Choose your package:

💖 Date Night – $200: 2 tickets
👯‍♀️ Girls Night Out – $350: 4 tickets
🎟️ Back for More – $650: 4 tickets + encore “Night on the Hillside” with chair rentals & backstage tour
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family and Friends – $1,200: 8 tickets + encore night with VIP perks, backstage tour, and an onstage photo!

🎭 Thank You for Fighting for This Moment!

This show is happening because of YOU—your donations, your advocacy, and your belief in the magic of ZTP. Your generosity allows us to keep this Austin tradition alive, free and accessible for all, while ensuring our cast, crew, and creative team are paid for their incredible work.

🌟 We’re also seeking corporate sponsors to help sustain this tradition. Sponsorship benefits range from $2,500 to $100,000+, with naming opportunities available.

Reach out to [email protected] or check out our sponsorship deck at http://zilker.org/sponsorztp/

📅 Stay tuned for audition info and accessibility performance dates (ASL, sensory-friendly, and audio description).

You fought for this moment, Austin.

Let’s Bring It On! 💙 🤸🏾‍♀️ 📣

This Tuesday 01.07.2025, ZTP has a very important announcement. 📢 👀
01/06/2025

This Tuesday 01.07.2025, ZTP has a very important announcement. 📢 👀

✨ 2025 is right around the corner, and we’re beyond grateful to a few amazing friends who’ve stepped up to help make our...
12/28/2024

✨ 2025 is right around the corner, and we’re beyond grateful to a few amazing friends who’ve stepped up to help make our 66th show a reality! 🎭💖

🌟 Huge thanks to , our first Presenting Sponsor! They’ve pledged $50k toward the production AND $25k in gift cards to stock our concessions. 🎉🍿

🪑 A shoutout to for their generous donation of 100 brand-new rentable chairs for this summer!

🍪Last but certainly not least, is joining the fun by donating snacks to fuel our audience and crew. 🙌🌮

💛 Thank you for being true champions of Austin’s summer musical tradition!

But we’re not done yet—we still need more sponsors and donors.

It’s not too late to join this legacy!

Check out our sponsor deck (link in bio) or email [email protected] to learn how you can help keep this beloved Austin tradition alive for years to come.

Let’s make magic together! ✨

🎭✨ ZTP 2024 Unwrapped: A Year to Remember! ✨🎭As we look back on 2024, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible me...
12/16/2024

🎭✨ ZTP 2024 Unwrapped: A Year to Remember! ✨🎭

As we look back on 2024, we are filled with gratitude for the incredible memories made on the Hillside this summer. Here are some highlights from our record-breaking production of Legally Blonde!

💖 By the Numbers:
🎤 Auditions: 397 talented individuals signed up, and we were thrilled to accommodate 223 of them for 128 roles.
🎟️ Attendance: Over 60,000 people experienced the magic of live theatre, making Legally Blonde the largest theatre audience in Austin, TX!
🌟 Accessibility & Inclusion:
• 42% of attendees said Legally Blonde was their only live event of the year.
• 805 ADA seating accommodations and six ACES neurodivergent-friendly nights.
• Two ASL interpretation nights ensured everyone could enjoy the show!

🐾 Heartwarming Moments:
• Two long-term shelter pups who starred in the show found their forever homes! 🐶💖
• Kids of all ages danced with the cast at six “Be a Star Saturday” events.

🎶 Community Connections:
• Nine women-owned businesses took part in our inaugural Opening Acts initiative.
• Seven of our incredible sponsors stepped into the spotlight with walk-on roles! 👏
• Your donations supported over 90 local artists and theatre technicians.

🍿 Fan Favorites at Concessions:
Sour Patch Kids, H-E-B Charcuterie Boards, Plushy Bruiser Dogs, T-shirts, and raffle tickets kept the fun going offstage!

🏆 Awards & Recognition:
• Proud winners of the Uniquely Austin Award!
• Six B. Iden Payne Award nominations.
• 17 Broadway World Award nominations!

Thank you for supporting a 65-year tradition of free, accessible theatre on the Hillside. Let’s work together to ensure this legacy thrives for generations to come. 💕

From the 1,231 chairs rented to every laugh, cheer, and round of applause, your support is the heartbeat of ZTP. Here’s to more magical moments in 2025 and beyond!

🎭 That’s a Wrap on Giving Tuesday! 🎭We are deeply humbled and grateful for the generosity you’ve shown. Yesterday, we re...
12/04/2024

🎭 That’s a Wrap on Giving Tuesday! 🎭

We are deeply humbled and grateful for the generosity you’ve shown. Yesterday, we received just under $1k in donations, and since sharing our financial needs in October, the outpouring of support has been a reminder of how much this tradition means to Austin.

Thank you to everyone who has given and shared our story—you are the reason we continue to believe in this mission.

Our future as an organization depends on continued donations and sponsorships. With the city and grants declining to support this beloved tradition, we’re relying on our incredible community to help us keep Zilker Theatre Productions alive.

Here’s how you can help:
✨ It’s not too late to donate—every dollar gets us closer to our goals.
✨ Know a business? Let them know about our sponsorship opportunities.
✨ In-kind donations are welcome—every resource makes a difference.
✨ Spread the word to theater and arts lovers in your network.

We remain committed to making art accessible to all. Charging for the summer musical goes against our values, yet hosting a production costs $150k–$300k, not including operational expenses.

To thrive, we need your help to reach our financial goals. Together, we can ensure ZTP continues inspiring and bringing joy to Austin for generations to come.

Visit zilker.org to donate, sponsor, or share our story. Let’s keep this Austin treasure alive!

💃 We’re Dancing Thanks to YOU! 💃Your generosity this Giving Tuesday has us celebrating—thank you for supporting ZTP! You...
12/03/2024

💃 We’re Dancing Thanks to YOU! 💃

Your generosity this Giving Tuesday has us celebrating—thank you for supporting ZTP! Your donations are helping us keep the magic of the Zilker Summer Musical alive for future generations.

But it’s not too late to make a difference! Every dollar gets us closer to funding the 2025 show. From paying artists and building sets to securing rehearsal space and buying show rights, your support makes it all possible.

Let’s keep this 66-year tradition thriving! Visit zilker.org to donate now and be part of the legacy. 🎭

🎭 It’s Giving Tuesday! Let’s Keep the Magic Alive 🎭For 66 years, Zilker Theatre Productions has brought free, Broadway-q...
12/03/2024

🎭 It’s Giving Tuesday! Let’s Keep the Magic Alive 🎭
For 66 years, Zilker Theatre Productions has brought free, Broadway-quality musicals to the Austin community, inspiring generations and preserving a beloved tradition. But we can’t do it without you.

This Giving Tuesday, you can help us preserve this legacy for good:

✨ Donate any amount to support our mission. Gifts of $200+ come with an exclusive invite to our 2025 Donor Picnic Preview.

🎟️ Become a Sponsor to fund artists, costumes, sets, and more, with packages starting at $1,000.

🎁 Give In-Kind by donating goods or services like rehearsal space, equipment, or other resources. Every contribution makes a difference.

📣 Share Our Story with your network to spread the word and help us reach our $300k goal.

Together, we can ensure the magic of Zilker Musicals continues to inspire the artists of today and tomorrow.

Let’s keep this Austin legacy alive for generations to come!
👉 Visit zilker.org or email [email protected] to get involved!

✨🎶 “Good News!” 🎶✨📸 Flashback to our 2017 production of The Wizard of Oz! 🌈✨Have you heard the good news? 📰 Giving Tuesd...
12/03/2024

✨🎶 “Good News!” 🎶✨

📸 Flashback to our 2017 production of The Wizard of Oz! 🌈✨

Have you heard the good news? 📰 Giving Tuesday is tomorrow! This is your chance to support one of Austin’s oldest and most cherished arts nonprofits, Zilker Theatre Productions.

Your generosity helps us keep the Zilker Summer Musical alive and free for the community for decades to come. Together, we can ensure this beloved tradition continues to inspire generations. 💖

🌟 Donate today via the link in our bio or visit zilker.org/donate.
🌟 Interested in sponsoring? Email us at [email protected] to learn how you can make an even bigger impact!

Let’s keep the arts thriving in Austin. 🎭

🎙️ New Episode Alert: ZTP Behind the Scenes!In the second episode of Season 2, we’re diving deeper into the current stat...
12/01/2024

🎙️ New Episode Alert: ZTP Behind the Scenes!

In the second episode of Season 2, we’re diving deeper into the current state and future of Zilker Theatre Productions.

Join Elyssa and Zana:

✨ Introducing our new volunteer Executive Director, Austin Sheffield, and Artistic Director, Amy Oxley.

✨ The financial challenges ZTP is facing and the steps we’re taking to overcome them.

✨ How we’re prioritizing accessibility, equity, and keeping theatre free for the Austin community.

✨ The vital role volunteers play in making the magic happen.

💡 Plus, don’t miss the exciting news about the 2025 show and how YOU can help us make it a reality!

This Giving Tuesday, we hope ZTP is on your list to support. Whether it’s a one-time donation, becoming a Sponsor, or helping us secure grants, every contribution makes a difference.

👉 Donate or learn about sponsorship opportunities at Zilker.org or email [email protected]

Let’s keep this Austin treasure alive for generations to come. Your support ensures the magic of the Zilker Summer Musical continues to thrive!

🎭 How to Support Zilker Theatre Productions This Giving Tuesday 🎭This Giving Tuesday, help us keep Austin’s 66-year-old ...
11/30/2024

🎭 How to Support Zilker Theatre Productions This Giving Tuesday 🎭

This Giving Tuesday, help us keep Austin’s 66-year-old summer musical tradition alive! Here’s how you can help:

✨ Donate any amount to support free, Broadway-quality theater. Gifts of $200+ earn you an invite to our exclusive 2025 Donor Picnic Preview.

🎟️ Sponsor starting at $1,000, funding artists, costumes, sets, and more.

🎁 Give In-Kind by donating goods or services like rehearsal space, marketing support, or equipment—every bit helps!

📣 Share our story with your network to spread the word.

Know a grant or business that might support us? Let us know on Instagram or email [email protected]. Together, we can sustain the magic of performing arts and inspire the artists of today and tomorrow.

Let’s keep this cherished tradition alive for generations to come!

Mark your calendars for Giving Tuesday friends!! ZTP needs donations more than ever.
11/30/2024

Mark your calendars for Giving Tuesday friends!! ZTP needs donations more than ever.

For the first time, I feel… GENEROUS 💚💚💚

🎉 We’re Nominated! 🎉Zilker Theatre Productions’ Legally Blonde has received 17 BroadwayWorld Austin Award nominations, a...
11/30/2024

🎉 We’re Nominated! 🎉

Zilker Theatre Productions’ Legally Blonde has received 17 BroadwayWorld Austin Award nominations, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate our talented cast and crew! 🏆✨

Here are our incredible nominees:

Best Choreography of a Play or Musical — Taylor Rainbolt
Best Direction of a Musical — Jason Kruger
Best Ensemble
Best Lighting Design of a Play or Musical — Kathryn Eader
Best Music Direction & Orchestra Performance — Lyn Koenning
Best Musical
Best Performer in a Musical — Megan Hudson, Will Mallick, and Sara Teeter
Best Supporting Performer in a Musical — Abby Littrell, Shane Scandurra, Myk Garcia, Ashtyn Kahn, Scott Shipman, Araya Feeney, and Kylie Brunngraber
Favorite Local Theatre

🌟 Voting is OPEN NOW and runs until December 31st. These awards are decided entirely by popular vote, so we need YOUR help to bring these honors home for the talented Legally Blonde team! 💖

👉 Head to https://www.broadwayworld.com/austin/awards/ Let’s show the Austin theatre community the love and support ZTP deserves!

💬 Comment below with who you’re voting for, and share this post to help us spread the word!

🎙️✨ Season 2, Episode 1: A Transparent Look at ZTP’s Future ✨🎙️Our first episode of Season 2 is here! Tune in as Lisa Mu...
11/29/2024

🎙️✨ Season 2, Episode 1: A Transparent Look at ZTP’s Future ✨🎙️

Our first episode of Season 2 is here! Tune in as Lisa Muir, our dedicated Board President, takes you behind the curtain to openly discuss:

👉 What’s been happening with ZTP’s finances
👉 The challenges we’re facing to keep this cherished tradition alive
👉 What it will take to bring you the 66th Zilker Summer Musical

In this heartfelt and transparent conversation, Lisa shares the reality of what it takes to produce the magic you see on stage each summer—and how YOU can help keep it alive.

🎧 Now streaming on Spotify – don’t miss this important episode.

If you’ve ever thought about becoming a donor or sponsor, now is the time to ensure we can lock in our 66th show and continue this beloved Austin tradition. 💖

This Black Friday, as you find great deals and plan your holiday shopping, we ask you to consider setting aside some funds to support ZTP on Giving Tuesday. 🫶💕

Every contribution makes a difference.

Let’s make history together.

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