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Wagnalls Community Theater

High-quality community theater, set in the beautiful and historic Wagnalls Memorial.

A community theater for all designed to give children and adults an opportunity to learn all of the aspects of working in live theater.

06/18/2026

🚢🔎 SOMETHING SINISTER IS BREWING AT SEA... 🔎🚢

The Showstopper Ship of the Encore! Cruise Line is ready to welcome passengers aboard for a night of entertainment, laughter, and unforgettable memories. But when a shocking murder disrupts the voyage, everyone becomes a suspect—and the truth may be hiding in plain sight.

Join us for Cruising for Murder on August 8 at Wagnalls, an immersive murder mystery experience where you'll step into the action. Question suspicious passengers and crew members, uncover hidden secrets, piece together clues, and see if you can solve the crime before the evening comes to an end.

⚓ Meet eccentric characters
🔍 Uncover scandals and surprises
🕵️ Follow the clues
🔪 Solve the murder

Whether you're a seasoned detective or simply looking for a unique night out, this interactive event promises mystery, laughter, twists, and plenty of fun.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now:
https://wct.ludus.com/200533049

Book your passage today—the ship is sailing August 8, and you won't want to miss what happens onboard.

06/09/2026

🚢🔎 TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! 🔎🚢

Set sail aboard the Encore! Cruise Line for an evening of mystery, intrigue, laughter, and murder at Cruising for Murder on August 8 at Wagnalls!

Guests will step into an immersive murder mystery experience where secrets are hidden around every corner, suspects are everywhere, and it's up to you to help solve the crime. Interact with colorful cruise ship passengers and crew, uncover clues, and see if you can identify the killer before the night is over. The evening promises scandals, surprises, and plenty of fun.

🎟️ Tickets are available now:
https://wct.ludus.com/200533049

Don't wait—reserve your spot and prepare for a voyage you'll never forget!

06/08/2026

✈️ AUDITIONS ARE OPEN — COME FROM AWAY ✈️

We are officially casting for Come From Away — and if you’ve been thinking about auditioning, this is your moment.

This is not a traditional musical. It’s an ensemble-driven story about real people, real choices, and a community that had to rise to something extraordinary. Every role matters. Every actor tells multiple stories. There is no “background” in this show — only storytellers.

We are looking for:
🎭 Strong actors who can tell a truthful story
🎶 Singers who can carry emotion in an ensemble
🤝 People who are ready to collaborate, listen, and create together
🌍 Actors who can help fulfill the diversity required to authentically represent the real people and communities portrayed in this production

You do NOT need Broadway experience. You do NOT need to be perfect. You just need to show up ready to tell a story.

If you’ve ever thought “I don’t know if I’m good enough for something like this” — this is your sign to try anyway.

📅 Audition sign-ups: https://www.cognitoforms.com/wagnallscommunitytheater/comefromawayauditionform/
📍 Location: Wagnalls Memorial, Lithopolis, Ohio.
🎵 Audition Info Packet: https://canva.link/98c6a451r0jscfq

We can’t cast you if we don’t see you.

Come be part of the story.

06/01/2026

🎭 The audition form is officially OPEN for Come From Away at Wagnalls Community Theater! 🍁✈️
We’re thrilled to bring this incredible, moving musical to our stage this November—and we’d love for you to be part of it!

📝 Sign up to audition here:

https://www.cognitoforms.com/wagnallscommunitytheater/comefromawayauditionform/

📖 Audition Information Packet:
https://canva.link/98c6a451r0jscfq

Inside the packet you’ll find audition details, character information, important dates, and everything you need to prepare.

🎤 Audition Workshop: August 18
More details coming soon!

The workshop is a great chance to become familiar with the audition material, ask questions, and feel more prepared—but attendance is completely optional and is not required to be cast. Everyone interested is encouraged to audition whether or not you attend the workshop.

📅 Auditions: August 25–26
📅 Callbacks: August 27

Save the dates, start preparing, and help us spread the word! We can’t wait to share this powerful story with our community. ❤️✈️🍁

05/26/2026

🎭 The audition form is officially OPEN for Come From Away at Wagnalls Community Theater! 🍁✈️

We’re thrilled to bring this incredible, moving musical to our stage this November—and we’d love for you to be part of it!

📝 Sign up to audition here:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/WagnallsCommunityTheater/ComeFromAwayAuditionForm

📖 Audition Information Packet:
https://canva.link/98c6a451r0jscfq

Inside the packet you’ll find audition details, character information, important dates, and everything you need to prepare.

🎤 Audition Workshop: August 18
More details coming soon!

The workshop is a great chance to become familiar with the audition material, ask questions, and feel more prepared—but attendance is completely optional and is not required to be cast. Everyone interested is encouraged to audition whether or not you attend the workshop.

📅 Auditions: August 25–26
📅 Callbacks: August 27

Save the dates, start preparing, and help us spread the word! We can’t wait to share this powerful story with our community. ❤️✈️🍁

05/14/2026

🚢 Mystery on the High Seas

Clear your schedule for August 8th. We’re embarking on a cruise ship murder mystery where the water is deep and the secrets are deeper.

The captain has a guest list that you’ll definitely want to be on. Everyone is a suspect, and it’s up to you to identify the culprit hiding in plain sight before we hit land.

🕵️‍♂️ Save the Date
• When: August 8th
• Who: Attendees must be 21+
• The Mission: Identify the suspects and solve the crime.

Full details and ticket info are coming soon. Don’t let the ship sail without you!
Ready to solve the case? Drop a ⚓️ below!

05/08/2026

✈️🎭 In a world turned upside down, kindness brought people together.

Pre-production meetings are officially underway for Come From Away at Wagnalls Community Theater, and our production team is excited to begin bringing this unforgettable story to life. ❤️

Filled with heart, hope, music, and the power of human connection, this remarkable show reminds us what can happen when strangers become family.

The journey has begun, and we can’t wait to share it with you.

🎶 Audition information will be coming soon — so stay tuned and start getting ready to be part of something truly special.

05/07/2026

A look back at Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap.”

Photos by AmyLynn - AmyLynn Click and Craft LLC
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Behind the scenes photos by: David Hohl

04/28/2026

📣 Important Update from Wagnalls Community Theater

Due to a lack of interest, auditions for All Together Now! have been cancelled.

We appreciate everyone who showed interest and support for this production. While we’re disappointed, we’re always grateful for our community and the enthusiasm you bring to local theater.

Stay tuned for future opportunities to get involved—we can’t wait to see you at the next show! 🎭

Address

150 E Columbus Street
Lithopolis, OH
43136

Telephone

+16148374765

Website

https://wct.ludus.com/index.php

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