Cedar Street Theatre

12/09/2023

As part of the preshow weekend, we are doing double highlight days! The second highlight for today is none other than McKenna Smith! She is one our choreographers and is also a part of the ensemble!

McKenna is a student at Quartz Hill High School. She has been dancing since the age of five and just recently started working on choreography. Her past choreography credits include Cedar Street’s Bye Bye Birdie and assisting in Alladin Jr. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support as she starts following her dreams of being a choreographer.

Come see all of her hard work and watch her dance beautifully in “White Christmas” Performing December 15th-17th at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center

Tickets are selling fast so get yours now! https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

12/08/2023

Sounds like a great idea! We can help with #2! Get your tickets to Irving Berlin's White Christmas at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center and support local theatre!

https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

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12/08/2023

What’s that? It’s a week until opening night? Let’s celebrate this preshow weekend with double highlights! Today’s first “White Christmas” Highlight is the magnificent Mathew Major.

Mathew is excited to play Mike Nulty and join the ensemble in White Christmas as his 36th show to date. Other recent shows he has performed in include Into The Woods (Cinderella's Prince), Something Rotten (Lord Clapham), and A Christmas Carol (Fred Scrooge). Outside of theater, Mathew works as a flight test engineer out at Edwards AFB. He would like to thank all the friends and family that have been supportive throughout the entire process.

We are so excited to watch him on stage and you can too! Get your tickets to “White Christmas” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center Performing December 15th-17th.

Tickets available by visiting: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

12/08/2023

12/07/2023

It’s time for another “White Christmas” highlight! Today’s highlight is the wonderful Ben Haering! As part of the talented ensemble he will also be performing the roles of Jimmy and the Announcer!

Ben is an Antelope Valley native, growing up in Lancaster and performing with It’s Only Tuesday Productions and Cedar Street Theatre in middle school years. He attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and while obtaining his Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering joined the Cal Poly Ballroom team. This show is his first experience with jazz and tap dancing numbers. Ben also enjoys theme parks and eventually wants to work as an engineer in that industry.

Come see Ben shine in “White Christmas” performing December 15th-17th at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center

Tickets still available at https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

12/06/2023

Cedar Street announces a new fundraising workshop! Our first-ever Broadway Basics Workshop - the first of a series of workshops focused on building standard performing skills for our local community. Part 1 is Dance. This workshop is designed to help the “movers” (actors who aren’t too comfortable with dance yet) learn dance moves that are commonly found in choreography. Our Cedar Street Dance Coaches will break down each dance move to its most basic steps, so you can learn how they work until you can dance them confidently. We will cover several steps - from a ball change step to a chaînes turn.

As a fundraiser, entrance & participation will be for a suggested donation of $10 (cash accepted at the door).

Space is limited so sign up today: https://signup.com/go/kRjVKeo

12/04/2023

It’s time for another “White Christmas” Crew Highlight! Today we are highlighting our fantastic Costumer: Jared Porter!

Jared is a versatile theatre artist with a MA in Dramatic Production and over 30 years of experience as a performer, director, musician and technician. Before relocating to CA, he taught Technical Theatre and Costume Design in the arts magnet schools in Tampa.

Jared’s students are the reason he learned to sew and became a costumer. To him, costuming had always been a tool for providing opportunities for his students to apply their creativity to various skill sets that can develop into careers. This is actually the first production he has costumed without a team of students.

Jared’s first production in CA was CST’s Something Rotten, in which he played Nigel. He now serves as Co-Artistic Director on CST’s Board of Directors. Jared is grateful to be a part of bringing his favorite holiday film to our local stage.

Come see what gorgeous costumes he’s put together for this show! December 15th-17t at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center

Tickets: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

12/03/2023

Continuing our “White Christmas” Ensemble highlight! We have the wonderful Ani Hyman!

While this is only her second time performing with CST, Ani is thrilled to be a part of the cast. Growing up surrounded by the arts, she started very young in her church and school choir, performed on international television when she was young, and participated in music and drama all throughout high school. As an adult, she was active with youth ballroom for many years in the Antelope Valley. She grew up watching “White Christmas” every year and has happily passed that tradition down to her family and daughter.

Come watch her sing and dance in Irving Berlin’s classic musical “White Christmas” performing at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center December 15th-17th!

Tickets still available: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

12/02/2023

Audition Announcement!
Cedar Street Theater presents
The Spongebob Musical

*Please Read the whole post!*

Directed by Anthony Langford and Kristin Hovland
Vocal Directed by Amanda Squires
Choreography by Robyn Hawley and Mckenna Smith

Thursday, January 11th -6PM (5:30 check-in)
Friday, January 12th - 6PM (5:30 check-in)
Saturday, January 13th - invited call backs

Auditions will be held at “The Barn” 42534 23rd St. West Lancaster, CA 93536. Those auditioning are asked to park on the street but please do not cover any driveways

Auditions for ages 11 and up. Must be 11 at the time of auditions. There are not many roles for children 11 through 14 but we will be taking a few!

Auditions will start with everyone reviewing a quick dance. We have included the dance video on this post for your reference. Please review the video before attending auditions. We will review but very quickly.

Please prepare 30 seconds to a 1 minute of a musical theater song. No acapella auditions allowed. Please have a karaoke or backing track prepared. (With no vocals on it)
Accompanists will NOT be provided.

We will be doing a dance call at a later date for our Tap dancers and Hip Hop dancers. If you want to be considered for these dance cast members please attend a regular audition as well!

All roles are open to any gender, age or ethnicity.
The non speaking role of Gary the Snail (usually played by a puppet) has already been cast.

Please fill out your digital audition form before attending the audition (Link at the bottom of the announcement). Please email [email protected] with any questions.

Rehearsals will be as follows. Subject to changes week to week and not all cast is called for every rehearsal. We will be taking a week and a half off for spring break as well as several holidays throughout the run of rehearsals. All rehearsals in MAY are mandatory including tech week. If you are in SEUSSICAL and still interested in auditioning, we are willing to work out a schedule with PRT.

Tuesdays OR Wednesdays - 6PM - 9PM
Saturdays - 9AM – 4PM Lunch break provided
Sundays 2PM - 5PM

Performances are the week of May 10th - 12th and 17th - 19th at the AVC performing arts theater.

Audition Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIs3bmR1G1H_hr1XFm6AgyYENSrUCUgwVe_2g24g47onUGMg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Dance Audition Videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2jvEsk3qeRgws1lrZdWQPpu4R5Ru-tzZ&si=NKBOTMIVpT-WDnRF

Facebook Event: https://facebook.com/events/s/auditions-for-cedar-street-the/2040278749658947/?mibextid=RQdjqZ

11/30/2023

You know what time it is? It’s time for a “White Christmas” Highlight! We are continuing to highlight our fantastic ensemble, and today we are highlighting the incredible Emily Montalto!

Emily is very excited to perform in her third production with CST. The theater bug bit for Emily in 2022. When she was in "A Christmas Carol", having a small role as one of the Brown's sisters, and it's been ongoing since getting to be in "Bye, Bye, Birdie" and now "White Christmas".

Emily's onstage performances began when she was just 2 years old, as a dancer with Caravan Dance Studio, she continued to dance with them until 11 years old. Learning tap, ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and hip-hop.

When Emily is not at rehearsals, she enjoys playing volleyball and supporting her siblings at their sporting events. She wants to thank her Mom, Dad, Sara, Becca and Adam for always supporting her at every show she has done and to thank CST for giving her the opportunities to do something she has really grown to love.

We are happy she’s a part of this show and she’s wonderful! Come see Emily in “White Christmas” December 15th-17th at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center

Tickets still available: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

11/28/2023

It’s time for another “White Christmas” spotlight, and as we all know, no show can run without an incredible ensemble! And “White Christmas” is no exception! Let’s spotlight one of our fantastic ensemble members: Colleen Metzger!

Colleen is very excited to be a part of this production of White Christmas. It's especially important to her because it was her mother's favorite. Colleen has performed in several shows here in the AV, with Cedar Street theater as well as with Palmdale repertory theater. She has been a dance instructor at Caravan School of dance as well as the secretary for the Palmdale repertory theater board.
When not doing theater productions Colleen is very active with Scouts BSA as both the training chair and Scoutmaster of Troop 1134G.

Come see her dance her heart out in “White Christmas” performing December 15th-17th at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center

Tickets still available: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

11/27/2023

We are just a few weeks away from our Panda Express Fundraiser, so don’t forget to mark your calendars and plan ahead for your dinner or lunch that day! December 13th at the Lancaster Panda Express (10th West & Ave L) Cedar Street will receive a portion of anything you order as long as you show them this flyer!

https://facebook.com/events/s/panda-express-fundraiser/866323545201867/

11/25/2023

It’s time for another “White Christmas” Spotlight, and it’s the adorable granddaughter of the General, Susan Waverly played by Raelyn Skoglund!

Raelyn is thrilled to be part of this production. She was born in Iowa. She has been singing and putting on “shows” for family and friends in her living room since she could walk. Her first experience grazing the stage was when she was 6 years old. She was cast as the lead angel in the Children’s Christmas program where she sang her very first solo. It was safe to say she had found her passion.

Raelyn is in seventh grade. Her desire is to plug herself into any program where she can learn and grow in her knowledge as an actor and a performer. Other than singing and acting, she enjoys playing her piano and chasing her brother around.

She has since participated in Disney’s Frozen Jr. as Young Anna, the girl version of Peter Pan (Penny Pan) as Penny Pan and Annie Jr. as Annie.

Come see Raelyn as the adorable Susan Waverly in “White Christmas” December 15th - 17th at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center

Tickets available: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

11/25/2023

11/24/2023

This holiday weekend is filled with shopping days! Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and even Cyber Monday! While you’re shopping these next few days, you can also purchase your tickets to “White Christmas” as they are still on sale! You’d be guaranteeing a way to celebrate the season, and supporting local theatre and a local business all at once! So grab your ticket, or tickets for the whole family, and come see “White Christmas” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center December 15th-17th!

Tickets available: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

11/21/2023

Cedar Street Theatre is looking for Patrons to help support the arts! Cedar Street is a local community theatre organization dedicated to bringing the art to the Antelope Valley and we can’t do it without our Patrons. Whether that is our audience members or our Patron of the Arts Patron levels, they are both necessary!

We have refreshed our levels of patronage and the benefits that come from being a season Patron, check them out!

As a 501c3 organization, your donation to Cedar Street is a tax-deductible donation.

If you are interested in becoming a Patron and supporting the local arts, please visit www.cedarstreettheatre.com/patronage

11/20/2023

It’s time for another “White Christmas” spotlight! Today we are spotlighting the incredible Robert Shupe, playing Ezekiel Foster, the inn’s caretaker!

A little about Robert: Robert loved his two experiences of being in musical theatre when in high school in Arizona. After that, although he loved attending live theatre for years, he never saw himself on stage again … until his job brought him to Palmdale in 2017. That day job is serving as the Library Director for the City of Palmdale, and during his first year in town, when he started hearing about open auditions for “Shrek: the musical,” he thought that just sounded like too much fun!! So, he auditioned, was cast in two small roles, and has been hooked ever since.

“White Christmas” marks the 16th show he has been privileged to appear in over the last 6 years, and he is having a blast!

Fun fact! During rehearsals for “Sister Act: the musical” recently, he was heard saying “I get to be a cop, a bar patron, and the Pope, all in one night. Where else do you get to do that, but in theatre!!”

Come see Robert in our production of “White Christmas” Running December 15th-17th at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center

Tickets on sale now: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

11/18/2023

If you missed our sneak preview during Santa’s Arrival, you have another chance! Catch the cast of “White Christmas” on the entertainment stage at 2pm as well as so many other incredible acts throughout the day!!! So come out to and celebrate

11/16/2023

Tomorrow!!!! From 5pm-7pm, join us at the Antelope Valley Mall for Santa’s Arrival! Some incredible music, live reindeer, Santa himself, and an extra special sneak preview of our production of “White Christmas”. Come stop by and say hi!

11/16/2023

We are officially ONE MONTH away from opening night of “White Christmas” and we are so excited to share this classic musical with you! Over the next month we will be highlighting our incredible cast and crew that have put in an incredible amount of work to create this beautiful show!

Today we are highlighting our wonderful choreographer, Robyn Hawley!

Robyn has studied dance part-time throughout high school and college. She competed at dance competitions like Showstoppers and Starbound and attended acting and dance intensives in New York City and Debbie Reynolds Dance Studio.

Robyn's love for the performing arts has allowed her to branch out in a variety of ways including choreographing for the City of Palmdale's dance program, dancing in several pieces for the Antelope Valley Mall, where she was the featured tap soloist for Salute to America, she's worked in various film and television as well as having the opportunity to perform in multiple musical theatre productions throughout the local community theatre groups. On top of all that, Robyn teaches at Dance Magic.

If you want to see what all this hard work and talent can create, please come see “White Christmas” at the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, December 15th-17th!

Tickets available now: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

11/15/2023

Mark your calendars! Wednesday December 13th, we highly recommend some delicious Panda Express for dinner, or even lunch! You can order online with a code or take a flyer and show them! Either way, proceeds go to support Cedar Street Theatre! You get dinner AND you get to help us, it’s a win win! Please consider coming out to the the Panda Express on Ave L and 10th st West to grab some food and support!

https://facebook.com/events/s/panda-express-fundraiser/866323545201867/

Raise money for Cedar Street Theatre

11/11/2023

Join us at the Antelope Valley Mall in just one week for Santa’s Arrival, and you might get a sneak peak of our upcoming musical, “White Christmas!” Festivities start at 5pm! There will be LIVE REINDEER as well as some talented musicians performing, so come on out and bring the whole family to welcome Santa to the Antelope Valley!

11/10/2023

Recently, one of our actors had a terrifying accident. She survived but she needs time to recover! There has been a gofundme set up to help with the unexpected costs if you are interested in helping. Our thoughts are with her and her family during this unfortunate time!

At 8:45am Josie went to light the stove in her trailer and it exploded setting the trail… Curtis Lewis needs your support for Josie's recovery and rebuilding

11/08/2023

Did you miss signing up for CST goes to New York in 2024? Well we are doing it again in 2025!

CST goes to New York! Again!
June 2025!

Please register for our information meeting that includes the cheapest price and most time to pay off your trip!

This trip is for students traveling with out there families, families of all kinds, or even adults that want a New York experience!

RSVP Here: https://rsvp.efexploreamerica.com/56p4dgk

Any question please email [email protected]!

11/04/2023

We have a lot of exciting events coming up, so make sure you are following all of our socials so you don’t miss any updates!

11/01/2023

Halloween has passed and we’re already ready for the holidays! In just six weeks we will be celebrating the holiday with the classic musical “White Christmas!” Tickets are already on sale so you can grab yours right now! This is going to be an incredible show!

Tickets: https://lpac.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=488

10/31/2023

Cedar Street Theatre would like to wish you all a safe and fun Halloween!

10/27/2023

If you haven't seen it yet, you only have three more chances to see Into The Woods at the Palmdale Playhouse. Or if you thought it was nice, come see it twice. Tickets are still available at palmdaleplayhouse.com

📸 Jeff Youngblood Photography

10/21/2023

Congratulations to the cast and crew of Into the Woods on a great opening night! You have 5 more chances to see this wonderful production. Oct 21-29 at the Palmdale Playhouse

📸 Jeff Youngblood Photography

10/16/2023

This weekend, our friends over at PRT - Palmdale Repertory Theatre are performing the Sondheim classic “Into the Woods” with an incredible cast! You don’t want to miss this show! Tickets and Info: www.avprt.org

Tickets are now on sale!!! You will not want to miss this one. Playing at the Palmdale Playhouse , Oct 20-29, 2023. Tickets available at palmdaleplayhouse.com

10/16/2023

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Only purchase tickets through the LPAC box office or www.LPAC.org! LPAC is not responsible for tickets purchased through a reseller, so please use caution when purchasing tickets outside of LPAC's website or box office.


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10/12/2023

Cedar Street Theatre is proud to announce the cast list for our upcoming production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”. Thank you to all the talented actors who auditioned, you made this a very tough decision! We look forward to watching these characters come to life on the stage in February at the Antelope Valley College Performing Arts Theatre

10/11/2023

The City of Lancaster, CA – Government is looking for actors to represent the city as their mascot! If you meet these requirements and are interested, make sure you email them! This is a great opportunity if you love performing in front of people and rallying people together! Let them know Cedar Street sent you!

10/09/2023

While we wait for Irving Berlin's White Christmas and You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, check out what PRT - Palmdale Repertory Theatre is up to! They are perform the Sondheim classic “Into The Woods” in just a few weeks and tickets are selling fast so grab yours today!

https://www.palmdaleplayhouse.com/events/2023/into-the-woods

10/07/2023

We’d like to thank everyone who came out to audition last night. An amazing turnout, but we aren’t done yet! There’s still one more round of auditions today! There are still a few spots left, so sign up and snag your spot now!

Audition info: https://facebook.com/events/s/youre-a-good-man-charlie-brown/1728902574199556/?mibextid=RQdjqZ

Sign up sheet: https://signup.com/go/AtaAwTg

10/06/2023

It’s not too late to sign up! There are still a few spots available for tonight and some more for tomorrow! Come be a part of the local community theatre!

Audition info: https://facebook.com/events/s/youre-a-good-man-charlie-brown/1728902574199556/?mibextid=RQdjqZ

Sign up sheet: https://signup.com/go/AtaAwTg

10/05/2023

Auditions are this weekend! Have you signed up? Don’t miss your chance to be part of this adorable show! Taking these characters and adding some delightful music just really creates a fun heart-warming musical! You definitely want to be a part of this production! Auditions start tomorrow Friday October 6th from 6pm-10pm and Saturday October 7th from 2pm-6pm.

Sign up for an audition slot now: https://signup.com/go/AtaAwTg

10/04/2023

What’s for dinner tonight? Might we suggest some delicious Chipotle? Please consider grabbing dinner tonight from there, all you have to do is show them this flyer! Proceeds from this fundraiser go to support the kids going to New York next year for some once in a lifetime memories! You’ll be helping make these kids dreams come true! So come grab some dinner from the Lancaster Chipotle! From 4pm-8pm!