Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre

09/04/2026

Rehearsals for What the Constitution Means to Me are underway!

Information, tickets and more at BDACT.org

09/03/2026

The BDACT Awards has given Jerome H. Kamps Memorial Scholarships to some amazing high school seniors. These students really stood out from the rest.

The Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre (BDACT) is thrilled to celebrate two exceptional local talents, Ella Gochenaur and Nash Gartzke, as the proud recipients of this year’s Jerome H. Kamps Memorial Scholarships!

Both students officially stepped onto their college campuses this week to begin the next exciting chapter of their academic and artistic journeys:

Ella Gochenaur is starting her first week at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she's studying for a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and also getting a certificate in Musical Theatre. With lots of experience performing in over a dozen shows, Ella has impressed audiences with her roles as Lucy Grant in Bright Star and Maggie Anderson in Brigadoon. She's also been teaching the next generation, recently choreographing a middle school production of The SpongeBob Musical for BDACT. Looking back on her time performing, Ella said:

"Being able to view mistakes as learning experiences and not as failures has been essential to growing my confidence and belief in myself... In a world where there is so much division, this community theatre draws people in from all different backgrounds, beliefs, experiences, views and gives them a common bond and a shared positive experience."

Nash Gartzke is starting her first year at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, where she's studying Criminal Justice and also taking classes in Psychology. She's had an amazing time in theater, with nine productions under her belt - she's been on stage, managed the stage, helped direct, run the lights, and acted in shows. You might remember her as the Little Pig in Shrek the Musical, or from her performance in Urinetown. For Nash, being on stage has always felt like a safe and comfortable place to be. She's done a lot of different things in theater, and it's clear that she loves it. Now, she's off to college, and it will be exciting to see what she does next.

"Theater has helped me become a better friend, a creative person, and a leader... Throughout hard times and dark days, theater has always been something that I knew I could turn to."

Let's all come together to give a big cheer and lots of love to Ella and Nash as they start their college journey! We're super excited to see the amazing things they'll achieve. They're going to do great things and make us all proud. A huge round of applause and extra special congratulations to these two awesome individuals - here's to an incredible college experience!

09/02/2026

In person registration is today in the box office till 6:30pm!

You can still register for any of our educational classes at BDACT.org/classes

09/01/2026

Tickets @ BDACT.org

Have you ever heard the saying “It’s like trying to herd cats?” Well, that’s an easy job compared to directing an improv team…I imagine…I’m not the director…I’m one of the cats.

09/01/2026

Double the spooky, double the fun! 🎨🧟‍♂️

We’re thrilled to cross-promote with our next-door neighbors at the Dodge County Center for the Arts for their upcoming Halloween/Zombie Art Exhibit!

Whether you're an artist looking to showcase your creepy, kooky, or terrifying creations, or an art lover wanting to vote for the "People's Choice" awards, every brain-one is welcome!

Mark Your Calendars for Opening Night:
Friday, October 9 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Start your evening at DCCA (130 W. Maple Ave) to meet the artists, enjoy the reception, and vote for your favorite piece. Then, walk right next door to BDACT at 7:00 PM to catch opening night of Zombie Temps from Outer Space!

Exhibit Dates: September 16 – October 31

Gallery Hours: Wednesday–Sunday, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Admission: Always FREE!

Interested in submitting your own artwork? Sign up and get all the details here: https://dodgecountyarts.org/zombie-halloween/

08/31/2026

Need a good laugh? Mission Improv-Able is back at BDACT with a night of completely unscripted comedy. You bring the suggestions. They make up the rest.

No two shows are ever the same. Even the cast has no idea what’s going to happen next.

Get your tickets and join us for a night of laughs at BDACT!

08/29/2026

At 15, she paid her college tuition by winning Constitutional debate contests across America. But what happens when the document meant to protect you fails the women in your family?

This November at Encore Hall, trace four generations of women in a deeply personal, fiercely relevant, and gripping exploration of the U.S. Constitution; how it protects us, fails us, and shapes our personal freedoms today.

Tackling real-life stories of civil rights, immigration, and family legacy, this production asks the ultimate question: how can our foundational document evolve for future generations?

GET TICKETS NOW: bdact.org/shows
Seats are limited secure yours before opening night!

SHOW DETAILS
• Dates: November 6 – 15
• Location: Encore Hall
• Director: Rhiannyn McCauley
• Producer: Laura McCauley
• Run Time: Approx. 100 minutes
• Content Rating: Rated Mature

CONTENT ADVISORY
This production contains mature themes and discussions regarding sensitive topics including s*xual assault, domestic violence, s*x trafficking, mental health disorders, and abortion.

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT
We'd like to extend a huge thank you to Austin White Audio for their support of our production and their commitment to local live theatre.

08/27/2026

Something strange is coming to Kamps Auditorium…

What happens when zombies, aliens, unemployment, corporate culture, conspiracy theories, and musical theater collide?

You get Zombie Temps from Outer Space: The Musical.

When: October 9 – 18
Location: 117 West Maple Ave., Beaver Dam, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53916

Tickets are now available at bdact.org!

Don't wait - get your tickets now and choose the best seats. We've still got a few weeks to go, but it's always a good idea to plan ahead and make sure you get the spot you want.

Things are about to get weird…

08/25/2026

Check out this article!
BDACT Wall Of Honor Nominations Due Sep. 30th.

The Beaver Dam Area Community Theatre Wall of Honor, in the lobby of the BDACT Fine Arts Center, celebrates individuals with significant contributions to the development and growth of the organization. Areas of contribution include leadership, committees, performing, crews, production staff, directi...

08/22/2026

They’ve got the look. They’ve got the attitude. They’ve got absolutely no idea what they’re going to say next.

Mission Improv-Able is ready for its boy band era.

We may have taken our latest photo shoot a little too seriously, but the comedy is completely made up on the spot! Join us for a night of fast-paced improv, ridiculous characters, audience suggestions, and plenty of moments even we won’t see coming.

No script. No second takes. No synchronized dance routine… probably.

Get your tickets now at BDACT.org!

Come see Mission Improv-Able live and find out what happens when your favorite local improvisers think they’re about to drop the hottest album of 2026.