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The Rep is the professional theatre-in-residence at The University of Montana.

09/03/2026

Kicking-off September 12 & 13, at the ZACC! Tickets are live for HER-cules: The Twelve Trials and the Story I Told, Montana Repertory Theatre’s fall 2026 Educational Outreach Tour – and, as always, Pick-What-You-Pay, with kids 5 & under FREE. Get yours today at montanarep.org/tickets (link in bio).

MEET THE COSTUME DESIGNER: Jordan Draper

Jordan Draper (Costume Designer) is the Assistant Professor of Costume Technology and the Costume Shop Manager at the University of Montana’s School of Music, Theatre, and Dance. Draper designed costumes for Jabberdoggy and Monster + Farmer (M + F) with Montana Repertory Theatre. They have worked nationally as a costume maker with Paper Mill Playhouse, PCPA, Atlanta Opera, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, and on numerous film productions as a member of IATSE, such as Pitch Perfect 3, and Dumplin’.

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09/02/2026

Announcing auditions for Montana Repertory Theatre’s production of The Christians, a full-length play by Lucas Hnath performing at churches across Missoula in November. The Rep invites local (Missoula area only) equity and non-union actors to audition, and welcomes actors of every race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, mental and physical ability, gender and its expressions, and sexual/affectional orientations. To schedule an audition, email Vlad Frederick at [email protected] (link in bio).

THE CHRISTIANS, SYNOPSIS

Pastor Paul delivers a sermon that shakes the foundation of his church, pitting neighbor against neighbor. As he tries to hold his congregation, his faith, and his marriage together, he discovers how insurmountable the divides between us can be. Performed in churches in and around Missoula, this immersive play asks what do you believe and why do you believe it? And what happens when those foundational beliefs are called into question?

IMPORTANT INFO

Artistic Director: Michael Legg
Director: Michael Legg
Casting Director: Vlad Frederick
Audition Dates: September 16 & 18
First Rehearsal Date(s): on or about Oct. 12 (approx. 15 hours of rehearsal total)
Performance Date(s): Nov. 11-22
Rate of Pay: Hourly Rate TBD and/or Course Credit for Students at the University of MT

ROLE BREAKDOWN

Elder Jay - 40s-60s, any gender
Elder Jay is a leader and board member of the church who stands with Pastor Paul.

Congregant (Jenny) - 20s-30s, female
Congregant Jenny is a regular congregant, seeking refuge with the church and struggling to navigate the changes in doctrine brought about by Pastor Paul’s sermon.

08/31/2026

Premiering Sat. & Sun., September 12 & 13, at the ZACC! 🎟️ Tickets are live for HER-cules: The Twelve Trials and the Story I Told, Montana Repertory Theatre’s fall 2026 Educational Outreach Tour – and, as always, Pick-What-You-Pay, with kids 5 & under FREE. Get yours today at montanarep.org/tickets (link in bio).

MEET THE DIRECTOR: Chae Clearwood

Chae Clearwood returns to Montana Repertory Theatre as the director of the world premiere of HER-cules. Chae most recently served as co-director of last season’s educational tour of Jabberdoggy and music directed and performed in Bonnets, part of MRT’s First Reads Series.

Chae is currently in her final year of the MFA Directing program at the University of Montana’s School of Music, Theatre, and Dance. She looks forward to continuing to build a career in directing, teaching, and acting, with a deep belief in the power of collaboration, curiosity, and bold artistic leaps.

Chae is especially passionate about helping the next generation of theatre artists find their voices and empowering women to pursue their dreams and embrace leadership opportunities in the arts and beyond.

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08/27/2026

HER-cules: The Twelve Trials and the Story I Told, Montana Repertory Theatre’s fall 2026 Educational Outreach Tour, premieres Saturday & Sunday, September 12 & 13, at the ZACC! Tickets are live, and as always, Pick-What-You-Pay, with kids 5 & under FREE. Get yours today at montanarep.org/tickets (link in bio).

MEET THE PLAYWRIGHT: JM Christiansen

JM Christiansen is a director, playwright, and theatre scholar. He is the Instructor of Directing at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. JM received his MFA and PhD from the University of Montana. He has recently directed Kate Hamill’s Little Women and Jesus Christ Superstar at UNO, Mary Zimmerman’s Metamorphoses for the University of Montana, and his own adaptation of Frankenstein for the Montana Repertory Theatre. JM is the host of No Script: A Theatre Podcast (noscriptpodcast.podbean.com). In his spare time, he enjoys hiking, camping, and adventuring with his beloved partner Brianne, their son Arthur, and their two dogs.

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08/19/2026

GAME ON, ya’ll. 🤜🤛

Shadie Wallette and Kairi Lising star in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2026 Educational Outreach Tour — HER-cules: The Twelve Trials and the Story I Told, written by JM Christiansen and directed by Chae Clearwood.

This fun-for-the-whole-family play about pursuit of excellence — what it costs and how far we’ll go to be the best – premieres September 12 & 13 at the Zootown Arts Community Center in downtown Missoula. Tickets 🎟️ available now at montanarep.org. Kids 5 & under see it for FREE!

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08/10/2026

These two are pumped and ready for glory! 💪 Shadie Wallette and Kairi Lising star in Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2026 Educational Outreach Tour — HER-cules: The Twelve Trials and the Story I Told, written by JM Christiansen and directed by Chae Clearwood. A story full of heart, swagger, and mythic spectacle, HER-cules is about the pursuit of excellence — what it costs and how far we’ll go to be the best.

Premiering September 12 & 13 at the Zootown Arts Community Center in downtown Missoula. Tickets 🎟️ available now at montanarep.org. Kids 5 & under see it for FREE!

Just a few spots left on the statewide tour. To inquire about booking email Managing Producer Mikyla Veis at [email protected].

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08/05/2026

We are so excited for our 2026 Educational Outreach Tour – HER-cules, The Twelve Trials and the Story I Told, by recent University of Montana PhD recipient JM Christiansen! Directed by UM MFA Directing Candidate Chae Clearwood, and starring recent UM graduates Kairi Lising and Shadie Wallette, this story full of heart, swagger, and mythic spectacle premieres at the Zootown Arts Community Center (ZACC) on September 12 and 13, with matinees Saturday and Sunday, and an evening performance on Saturday.

Tickets are available now at montanarep.org – Pick-What-You-Pay, and FREE for kids 5 and under! Seating is limited. Don’t miss your chance to see this hilarious, heart-warming, family friendly show before it heads out on the road across Montana.

Thank you to our amazing 2026 Educational Outreach Tour Sponsors, including Blackfoot Communications, Montana Arts Council, and Northwestern Energy. And thank you to the ZACC for hosting our tour premiere each year. We couldn’t do it without you!

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08/01/2026

Announcing our 60th Anniversary Season, kicking off this September! The Rep is proud to be the professional theatre-in-residence at the University of Montana since 1967. Mark your calendars for these performances folks, you won’t want to miss a thing.

And thank you to our incredible partners and supporters this coming season: The Roy Cockrum Foundation, The Shubert Foundation, Montana Arts Council, Blackfoot Communications, Northwestern Energy, Whitefish Credit Union, Zootown Arts Community Center (ZACC), Missoula area faith communities hosting our production of The Christians, the Western Montana LGBTQ+ Center (The Center), Leaf + Quiet, Missoula Public Library, UM Co-Lab for Civic Imagination, and all of our amazing individual donors, patrons, and company members!

2026 Educational Outreach Tour
HER-cules: The Twelve Trials & the Story I Told, by JM Christiansen
Premiering September 12 & 13 at the ZACC in Missoula, 216 W Main St

The Christians, by Lucas Hnath
Opening November 11, 2026
Presented onsite and in partnership with Missoula area congregations: University Congregationalist Church (UCC), Immanuel Lutheran, Our Savior’s Lutheran (Bonner), First United Methodist, St. Paul’s Lutheran, and First Christian
Supported by The Roy Cockrum Foundation.
Graphic artwork for promotion by John August Hundley

3rd Annual Say Gay Plays
A Fundraiser for the Western Montana LGBTQ+ Center
One night only, January 16, 2027
in the Montana Theatre, UM Campus

Last Call, A Play With Cocktails, by Hansol Jung
Part of our Plays on Tap Series
Opening April 8, 2027
Presented onsite in Leaf + Quiet Root Cellar, 235 N 1st St W
Original woodcut prints for promotion by jules lucero

First Reads, A Staged Reading Series
In partnership with the Missoula Public Library
One Saturday only, May 15, 2027
at the library, 455 E Main St

State of Mind
In collaboration with UM Co-Lab for Civic Imagination
Touring FALL 2026 and SPRING 2027

For tickets, info, and to support the season visit montanarep.org.

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University of Montana

06/24/2026

First day of rehearsal for Montana Repertory Theatre’s 2026 Educational Outreach Tour — HER-CULES: The Twelve Trials & the Story I Told, by recent UM PhD recipient JM Christiansen! Directed by UM MFA Directing Candidate Chae Clearwood, and starring recent UM graduates Kairi Lising and Shadie Wallette — this play is full of heart, swagger, and mythic spectacle. It joyfully and thoughtfully examines the pursuit of excellence — what it costs and how far we’ll go to be the best.

Booking now for Fall 2026. Email Managing Producer Mikyla Veis, [email protected] for more info.

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05/27/2026

Congratulations to Teresa Waldorf, Montana Repertory Theatre’s Education Coordinator for many years, on winning Arts Missoula’s 2026 Arts Educator Award. Our Educational Outreach Tour is now in its 22nd year, thanks to the lasting foundation you built. ❤️

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Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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