Sandusky State Theatre

04/25/2026

Holding in-person auditions on Sunday, May 17 for next season's CCYT Competition Team! 3 great festivals! 3 opportunities to share your talents with the world! Ages 10+.
Audition sign-up at www.spotlightonccyt.com

03/14/2026

We are so proud of the incredible work being done by the Caryl Crane Youth Theatre and their director, Brian Marshall. Thank you, Brian, for everything you do for these young artists and our community. 🎭

03/06/2026

Last week we had the pleasure of welcoming the Ohio Arts Council to the Sandusky State Theatre for a tour of our historic building. It was wonderful to spend time together, catch up, and share the exciting progress happening throughout the theatre as construction continues.

Support from the Ohio Arts Council plays an important role in helping arts organizations like ours thrive, and we are grateful for their continued commitment to strengthening the arts across Ohio communities.

We’re proud to be part of a vibrant arts community and look forward to the day when we can welcome everyone back to experience the magic of the Sandusky State Theatre once again.

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03/05/2026

🎭✨ Calling All Young Performers! ✨🎭

The Caryl Crane Youth Theatre Summer Camps are back, and registration is now open! This is the perfect chance for kids and teens to sing, act, dance, and shine on stage while making new friends and unforgettable summer memories.

🐇 Ages 8–12: Alice in Wonderland
Step through the looking glass and bring this magical adventure to life!

💖 Ages 13–18: Mean Girls
Join the fun with this hilarious, high-energy musical that’s totally fetch!

📅 Camp Begins: June 22

Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait to register your young star! ⭐

👉 Sign up here: http://www.spotlightonccyt.com/

The Caryl Crane Youth Theatre creates incredible opportunities for young performers in our community to grow their confidence, creativity, and love of theatre.

The mission of the Spotlight Society is to create opportunities, through Caryl Crane Youth Theatre, for young artists and performers in our Northern Ohio Community to participate in as many enriching, educational and empowering theatrical experiences as possible.

03/01/2026

🎬🇺🇸 FREE “Tommy Boy” Tonight in Sandusky! 🇺🇸🎬

Looking for something fun to do this evening?

America 250 is hosting a FREE showing of Tommy Boy at Cinemark in Sandusky tonight at 6:00 PM! 🙌🍿

Get ready to laugh with Chris Farley and David Spade on the big screen, you can’t beat a classic like this!

🎟️ Admission is FREE
💻 Small convenience fee if you purchase tickets online

https://www.cinemark.com/TicketSeatMap/?TheaterId=1057&ShowtimeId=259293&CinemarkMovieId=108641&Showtime=2026-03-01T18:00:00

Huge thanks to America 250 for putting this together for the community! 🇺🇸

Tag your movie buddy and I’ll see you there! 🎥✨

01/12/2026

🎲 Viva Las Sandusky! Monte Carlo Soirée – A Night of Love & Luck ❤️

Valentine’s week plans? We’ve got you covered! Join us on February 13 from 6–10 PM at the Sandusky Elks Lodge for a glamorous evening of casino games, music, food, prizes, and FUN, all in support of the Sandusky State Theatre.

Tables close at 9 PM, so come early and get in on the action!

🎟 Tickets are selling fast, grab yours now:
👉 https://ci.ovationtix.com/36775/store/donations/57288

Your ticket includes:
✨ Heavy apps
✨ Open bar
✨ Music & entertainment
✨ Games of chance (Blackjack, Poker, Roulette, Craps!)
✨ Silent auction • Wine pool • Queen of Hearts & More!

Dress to impress Vegas vibes encouraged! Not required, just for fun: think sparkle, red and black, lucky charms, and festive Valentine vibes. ♠️♥️

We can’t wait to see you there, let’s go ALL IN for the Sandusky State Theatre!

01/01/2026

A new year invites fresh hope, bold dreams, and bright days ahead. New chapters are unfolding, and our love for this community remains at the heart of it all. Thank you for continuing to believe in Sandusky State Theatre and the journey to bring it back to life. Here’s to what’s next. Happy New Year ✨

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at the Sandusky State Theatre! ✨🎄

To our incredible community, supporters, donors, volunteers, and friends, thank you for believing in this historic theatre and for standing with us every step of the way. Your generosity, encouragement, and love for the arts mean more than words can say.

May your Christmas be filled with warmth, joy, laughter, and a little bit of magic. We are so grateful to be part of such a caring and passionate community, and we can’t wait to continue creating something special together in the year ahead.

With heartfelt thanks and holiday cheer,
❤️ The Sandusky State Theatre Team 🎭

12/13/2025

✨ Thank You, Sandusky! ✨

What a truly magical Holiday Walk Through at the Sandusky State Theatre! 🎄❤️ We are overflowing with gratitude for our incredible community who came out to celebrate the season with us, our amazing volunteers who gave their time and hearts to make everything run smoothly, and of course, a very special thank-you to Santa for spreading so much joy and cheer! 🎅🏿

Because of you, the theatre was filled with laughter, smiles, and holiday spirit. Moments like these remind us how special this community is and why the Sandusky State Theatre is such a beloved place.

Thank you for making this event so memorable, we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! ✨🎭

12/08/2025

🎄 Join Us for a Community Walk Through at the Sandusky State Theatre! 🎭

We’re opening our doors to the community on Saturday, December 13 from 10 AM – 12 PM and we’d love to see you there!

✨ Enjoy a special appearance by Santa Claus!
Bring the family, take photos, explore the historic auditorium, and celebrate the holiday season with us.

🛍️ Holiday Keepsakes for Sale
Limited-edition items to support the theatre:
• Christmas Ornaments – $10
• Custom Canvas Prints of the Chandelier – $20

These make the perfect local gifts and help support the continued restoration of the Sandusky State Theatre.

🎁 Come enjoy the magic of the season with us!
We can’t wait to welcome you inside. 💛