Louisville-based original theatre film production company founded by Creative Director, Writer, Actor, Publisher, Educator, and Producer Zivan Holloway (ASCAP). Hey Milly Theatre is a community-rooted, artist-centered company committed to creating bold, imaginative storytelling for audiences of all ages. Founded in honor of Deaconess Mildred “Milly” Holloway — whose love, faith, and belief in unit
y shaped generations — our mission is to build a creative home where children, teens, and adults of all races, backgrounds, and identities can experience the magic of theatre. We produce a diverse range of work:
🌟 Original Black fairy tale comedy-dramas like the A Johnson Family Witchmas franchise.
🌟 Inclusive family and children’s theatre such as Once Upon a Time in Oz and Wonderland, featuring casts from all racial and cultural backgrounds.
🌟 Community-driven productions that honor heritage, celebrate imagination, and uplift underrepresented voices — while welcoming and showcasing talent from every community. Hey Milly Theatre is committed to:
🌟 Representation that matters — uplifting Black stories and q***r stories while also celebrating a multicultural ensemble of artists, ensuring every child and adult sees themselves reflected onstage.
🌟 Accessible opportunities — offering paid roles and hands-on training for emerging local artists, young performers, designers, and crew members.
🌟 Family, unity, and healing — creating stories rooted in love, growth, and generational connection, inspired by the founder’s own journey of resilience, sobriety, and rediscovered purpose.
🌟 Joy and creativity — blending comedy, drama, fantasy, and cultural imagination into productions that spark wonder for both children and adults.
🌟 Legacy building — honoring Milly Holloway’s belief that every child and every family deserves encouragement, compassion, and a place where their gifts can shine. At Hey Milly Theatre, we believe theatre is for everyone — all ages, all identities, all stories — and that community magic happens when we learn, grow, and dream together. Hey Milly Theatre — Where Legacy Meets Imagination, and Every Story Has a Home. Non-Discrimination Statement: Hey Milly Theatre is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and safe environment for all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of our activities or operations. This includes, but is not limited to, casting, participation in workshops and rehearsals, and interactions with other club members and staff. We are dedicated to ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to engage in and enjoy the dramatic arts. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, appreciation, and belonging, where every student feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique skills and perspectives to our shared theatrical endeavors. We will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, or bullying in any form by or towards anyone involved with our organization. Any concerns or complaints regarding discrimination should be reported to Zivan Holloway (Owner/Director) at [email protected], who will address them promptly and confidentially. This policy reflects our commitment to equal opportunity and to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all members of Hey Milly Theatre.
