Winneshiek Playhouse

Winneshiek Playhouse Now in our 95th season, we are proud to be the nation's oldest continuous, all volunteer amateur theatre. Welcome to the Official Page for Winneshiek Playhouse!

Here you will find audition announcements, events, and volunteering opportunities for our theater and community. We are a non-profit, 100% volunteer community theater, in our 91st season. Join us and see what all the fuss is about :)

Meet the other members of our "On the Fly" Improv Troupe, who are excited to entertain on Halloween night at Winneshiek'...
10/29/2025

Meet the other members of our "On the Fly" Improv Troupe, who are excited to entertain on Halloween night at Winneshiek's Ghouls and Gags event. Purchase your tickets on our website or at the door.

Meet our Improv Troupe member and director, Aaron Dodson! "Hello! I am the Director, some would say Ring Master, of the ...
10/28/2025

Meet our Improv Troupe member and director, Aaron Dodson!

"Hello! I am the Director, some would say Ring Master, of the show. I'd like to thank my wife and Improv cohort Angel who keeps me glued together and my house a home. I'd also like to thank my family for their support and my actors for all the laughs and making this production possible."

We can't wait too see you all on Friday night for Ghouls and Gags! Get your tickets on our website or at the door.

👻 THIS HALLOWEEN… LAUGH 'TIL YOU SCREAM! 🎃Winneshiek’s On the Fly Improv Troupe presents...🕸️ GHOULS & GAGS 🕸️💀 A fright...
10/27/2025

👻 THIS HALLOWEEN… LAUGH 'TIL YOU SCREAM! 🎃
Winneshiek’s On the Fly Improv Troupe presents...

🕸️ GHOULS & GAGS 🕸️
💀 A frightfully funny night of improv comedy that’s scary good! 💀

🗓️ ONE NIGHT ONLY!
📅 October 31
🚪 Doors open at 6:00 PM
📍 Winneshiek Playhouse

Get ready for an evening packed with ghoulish giggles, monstrous mayhem, and comedy so good, it's scary! We (very unofficially) rate this show PG-13.

💬 Everything is made up on the spot — and absolutely nothing is off-limits.

🎭 PLUS... don’t miss our Costume Contest during intermission!
👑 Prizes for the funniest, scariest, and most creative costumes — so dress to impress (or distress)!

🎟️ Bring your friends, bring your costume, and bring your best laugh.

Ghouls & Gags — your Halloween plans just got a whole lot funnier.

Get your tickets here https://www.ticketleap.events/events/winneshiek-players/on-the-fly-improv-ghouls-gags

Calling All Actors, Tech Crew, and Volunteers!Winneshiek Players is thrilled to announce auditions for the classic, hear...
10/22/2025

Calling All Actors, Tech Crew, and Volunteers!
Winneshiek Players is thrilled to announce auditions for the classic, heartwarming comedy, HARVEY! We're looking for enthusiastic people to join us both on stage and behind the scenes for this delightful production.
Audition Dates:
🗓️ Thursday, December 12th | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🗓️ Friday, December 13th | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Winneshiek Playhouse (228 W Clark Street, Freeport, IL 61032)
Preparation: No monologue required—auditions will be cold readings from the script.

Get more information! https://winneshiekplayers.com/audition/

Our youth program, Curtain Call, is in full swing! We had 28 kids audition for The Best Christmas Pageant Ever tonight. ...
10/08/2025

Our youth program, Curtain Call, is in full swing! We had 28 kids audition for The Best Christmas Pageant Ever tonight. There is an impressive amount of talent in this group. We were blown away! Mrs. Kate has her work cut out for her, casting all these stars ⭐⭐⭐!!

🎭✨ Curtain Call Academy is BACK for the 2025 Fall Session! ✨🎭Kick off the season with us on Monday, September 29th at 6:...
09/23/2025

🎭✨ Curtain Call Academy is BACK for the 2025 Fall Session! ✨🎭

Kick off the season with us on Monday, September 29th at 6:00 PM! This is your student’s chance to dive into the magic of theater, build confidence, and shine on stage with the Winneshiek Playhouse family. 🌟

👉 Secure your spot now by completing the registration form:
🔗 Register Here: https://forms.gle/W2akPBhqbsPHbEaLA

Don’t wait—registration is open, and spots fill quickly. Sign up TODAY and let’s make this fall unforgettable! 🍂🎶🎬

Join us for an exciting experience in performing arts and discover your hidden talents! Please fill out this registration form completely and accurately.

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228 W Clark Street
Freeport, IL
61032

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Welcome to the Official Page for Winneshiek Playhouse! Here you will find audition announcements, events, and volunteering opportunities for our theater and community. We are a non-profit, 100% volunteer community theater, currently in our 93rd season. Join us and see what all the fuss is about :)