The Lancaster Playhouse

05/31/2026

Playshops are free!! They are for everyone 18 & up. Especially, theatre enthusiasts that cannot commit to an entire show and those who would like to practice for upcoming auditions. Most importantly, if you are eager to meet new people and have some fun come to a playshop.

For more information and to sign up follow the link in this post!
https://forms.gle/MTMi7XdaoKtYiL897

June 16, 2026 7-9pm
First Presbyterian Church - 222 N. Broad St. - Lancaster, OH 43130
OPEN to adults 18&up.

questions, concerns or weird comments welcome.

05/15/2026

BIG NEWS! We are beyond thrilled to announce Rodgers & Hammerstein’s "The Sound of Music." Get ready for an unforgettable theatrical experience and the timeless story audiences know and love.

This marks the fifth year that Ohio University Lancaster Theatre, Garret Players, and The Lancaster Playhouse have joined together for a special holiday production!

Mark your calendars and get ready to audition!
Adult Auditions: Friday, August 28 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM & Saturday, August 29 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Youth Auditions: Saturday, August 29 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Callbacks: Sunday, August 30 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
More audition details will be announced soon, stay tuned!

This exciting community theatre event will bring “the hills alive” for 6 performances December 2–6, 2026.

"The Sound of Music" is presented by special arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization. www.concordtheatricals.com

05/05/2026

A Congrats to Jennifer Myers for her Jebby Award!!! Lead Performer of the Year in a Musical Drama! 🎭 Jennifer played Mama Rose in “Gypsy the Musical” Thanks for all your hard work on this show Jennifer. You certainly deserved these accolades!!!

Many other cast members were also nominated: Dan Hildebrand, Jenny small, and Meredith Zeallear. Their hard work and commitment to theater do not go unnoticed. We have such talented folks that choose to work with our local theaters.

And in true theater spirit, most of the cast showed up to celebrate their co-stars at the awards show. ❤️❤️

05/04/2026

As with any show there are so many people that make things come together so beautifully. If you had the honor of watching our one weekend performance “Ken Ludwig’s Dear Jack, Dear Louise” then these are the players that make it happen:

Production Team:
Director, Props/set build.......................PJ Aubrey
Prod. Support...................................... Terri Higgins
(Hair, Costumes, House decor)
Website/Social Media/.....................Jesi Davis
Marketing..........................................Jane O’Brien
Sponsorship/set build….................Ken Culver
Box Office……….…….….......................Jesi Davis
Tickets .......................Tiffany Culver, Jesi Davis
Sound design.........................................Ben Doane

Live pre-show/intermission music……Jesse Warner

Cast:
Jack ……………................….... Billy Stinnet
Louise…………………...........Meredith Reagan

We also have to thank:
L-City coffee for our performance space and wonderful treats. They are always fun to partner with and we appreciate their hospitality.

And a huge thanks to First Presbyterian Church for always providing a rehearsal space for us. They are a huge part of keeping the playhouse active.

04/30/2026

Saturday Evening still has tickets!! Enjoy a lovely story told by two wonderful actors. Support local live theatre. Enjoy delicious treats from L-City Coffee +! At the show, you will also be invited to write a letter to a veteran that will soon take an Honor Fight.

Our next show is "Ken Ludwig's Dear Jack, Dear Louise"

"U.S. Army Captain Jack Ludwig, a military doctor stationed in Oregon, begins writing to Louise Rabiner, an aspiring actress and dancer in New York City, hoping to meet her someday if the war allows. But as the war continues it threatens to end their relationship before it even starts. Tony Award-winning playwright Ken Ludwig (The Three Musketeers, Lend Me a Tenor) tells the joyous heartwarming story of his parents' courtship by letters during World War II and the results are anything but expected, a funny, poignant tribute to the enduring power of human connection." -(concord theatricals)

https://tlptix.ludus.com/index.php
General Admission Tickets: $12
Veterans: $10
ONLY 56 tickets per performance

Director: PJ Aubrey
Cast: Billy Stinnett and Meredith Reagan

Night club style seating. Drinks and desserts available pre-show and at intermission. The Underground will be serving a variety of NA cocktails, NA beers , and other beverages including coffee, of course. Doors open one hour before showtime.

Elevator access available.

04/28/2026

Do you still write letters? If you come to the show there will be an opportunity to write a letter to a veteran that participates in Honor Flight Columbus.

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You can catch this show This Saturday May 2! (Fridays show is sold out! ) There are two shows on Saturday to choose from.

https://tlptix.ludus.com/index.php
General Admission Tickets: $12
Veterans: $10
ONLY 56 tickets per performance

Director: PJ Aubrey
Cast: Billy Stinnett and Meredith Reagan

Night club style seating. Drinks and desserts available pre-show and at intermission. The Underground will be serving a variety of NA cocktails, NA beers , and other beverages including coffee, of course. Doors open one hour before showtime.

Elevator access available.

WWII Lovestory

04/27/2026

You can catch this show This Saturday May 2! (Fridays show is sold out! ) There are two shows on Saturday to choose from.

https://tlptix.ludus.com/index.php
General Admission Tickets: $12
Veterans: $10
ONLY 56 tickets per performance

Director: PJ Aubrey
Cast: Billy Stinnett and Meredith Reagan

Night club style seating. Drinks and desserts available pre-show and at intermission. The Underground will be serving a variety of NA cocktails, NA beers , and other beverages including coffee, of course. Doors open one hour before showtime.

Elevator access available.

WWII Lovestory

04/20/2026

Billy Stinnett (Jack) returns to TLP for his second show; he very recently appeared as Kramer in TLP’s previous production, Bull in a China Shop, which he enjoyed immensely. A California native, Billy grew up performing with numerous community theater organizations before relocating to Ohio in 2023. His favorite pastimes outside of theater include drawing, painting, biking, and building with Legos. Alongside the talented Meredith and under the direction of the amazing PJ, Billy feels honored and privileged to reenact this wholesome, emotionally gripping true story of enduring connection and hope in the face of uncertainty. He looks forward to entertaining you and taking his acting abilities to new heights with this role. Thank you very much for coming.

💌✉️💌✉️💌✉️💌✉️💌✉️

https://tlptix.ludus.com/index.php
General Admission Tickets: $12
Veterans: $10
ONLY 56 tickets per performance

Director: PJ Aubrey
Cast: Billy Stinnett and Meredith Reagan

Night club style seating. Drinks and desserts available pre-show and at intermission. The Underground will be serving a variety of NA cocktails, NA beers , and other beverages including coffee, of course. Doors open one hour before showtime.

Elevator access available.