Findlay High School Creative & Performing Arts

05/20/2026

We are absolutely THRILLED to officially announce the cast for our FHS Fall Show 2026: COME FROM AWAY! 💛💙

Our incredibly talented students are ready to bring the heartwarming true story of Gander, Newfoundland to our stage. A huge congratulations to everyone!

Meet the amazing company stepping into these roles:

Acadia Simmons as Diane (Crystal, Brenda)
Arden Wensinger as Hannah (Margie, Mickey)
Jersey Shaw as Janice (Britney, Flight Attendant)
Ellie Sleasman as Beulah (Delores)
Meraya Willford as Bonnie (Martha)
Riley Gerdemann as Beverley (Annette, Reporter)
Aiden Wannemacher as Oz (Joey, Customs Officer, Mr. Michaels, Terry, Matty, Eddie, Head Cardiologist)
Brayden Williams as Kevin T. (Garth, President Bush)
Cole Hermiller as Kevin J. (Dwight, Ali)
Dahelson Sleasman as Bob (Muhumuza, Captain Bristol)
Brexton Simmons as Claude (Derm, Brenda's Brother, Rabbi)
Aaron Wensinger as Nick (Doug, Officer Stephenson, Male townsperson)

Drop a 👏 in the comments to congratulate this spectacular cast! We can’t wait to get to work. Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes peeks, rehearsal updates, and ticket information! 🎟️✨

04/27/2026

Our parent meeting for Come From Away is tonight!

We hope to see you there tonight at 6:30!

04/16/2026

We are heading to Gander, Newfoundland this fall with Come From Away!

Parents of current 8th–11th grade students are encouraged to attend an important informational meeting on Monday, April 27 at 6:30 PM in the high school auditorium.

With the production taking place in September instead of November, the audition and rehearsal schedule will be significantly different this year.

Come find out what’s ahead!

04/16/2026

Too early to talk Fall auditions? Not this time.

We’re already preparing something truly special for Fall 2026: Come From Away—a powerful tribute honoring those we lost on 9/11 and the first responders who gave everything.

Interest Meeting:
Tuesday, May 5 at 3:30 PM (FHS Auditorium)
Open to all students in grades 9–12 (2026–2027 school year)

This production marks the 25th Anniversary of 9/11.

Special Invitation Performance:
Sept 10 at 7:30 PM (First Responders & Families)

Public Performances:
Sept 11 & 12 at 7:30 PM | Sept 13 at 2:00 PM

Join us to see how you can be part of something meaningful.

03/18/2026

What a weekend in the jungle! 🌿🎭

Our incredibly talented FHS students brought the story of Tarzan to life on stage, and the energy, talent, and hard work were on full display from start to finish. From the powerful music to the amazing performances and behind-the-scenes teamwork, this production was truly unforgettable.

A huge congratulations to our cast, crew, pit, and directors for an outstanding show—and thank you to everyone who came out to support FHS Theatre! 👏

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03/13/2026

03/12/2026

Tarzan swings into R. L. Heminger Auditorium this weekend!

We had an AMAZING audience of 8th graders from Glenwood, Donnell, and St. Mike’s and 5th graders from Chamberlin Hill and Bigelow Hill! They were such an attentive audience. It was a perfect way to start our run!

Tickets are still available at
https://theatre.findlaycityschools.org/tickets

03/11/2026

Thanks to Chris Oaks and WFIN for having some of the cast on to promote the show. Listen here if you missed it on Good Mornings!

03/08/2026

02/13/2026

Tickets for FHS' Tarzan are now on sale.

Get yours today!

Friday, March 13 @ 7:30 pm Tickets