The Little Theatre On The Square

10/12/2026

Meet our cast for A Christmas Story: The Musical 🎄

After appearing in Guys and Dolls this summer, we are excited to welcome back Whitney Turner as Miss Shields.

Whitney will be back on the TLTOTS stage, but this time lecturing Ralphie about the dangers of a Red Ryder BB Gun in a tap extravaganza. You won't want to miss this!

Purchase your tickets today!

📍 The Little Theatre On The Square - Sullivan, IL
📆 December 11-20, 2026
🎟️ Call the box office at 217-728-7375 or visit the link in the comments below

10/07/2026

We have chosen our 2027 Theatre for Young Audience series, and we want YOU to guess what our three shows will be next summer. Every week will be a different hint. Comment below your guesses! We will officially announce the shows on October 28.

The Mini-3 TYA package will be available for purchase on November 16.

09/30/2026

Tickets are on sale now for A Christmas Story: The Musical! Based on the original Christmas movie, this show will bring back childhood nostalgia just in time for the holidays.

Get your tickets today by calling the box office at 217-728-7375 or visit www.thelittletheatre.org

09/29/2026

https://www.thelittletheatre.org/theatre-for-young-audience-shows

09/12/2026

First day of school for MATILDA JR! 📚🎶 🎭Check out the comments and see how good they’re already sounding on day one!

Matilda Jr.
Featuring the students of the Future Stars Program
November 13-15

Call the box office at 217-728-7375 or order online at www.thelittletheatre.org

09/12/2026

Matilda, Jr. tickets are on sale now!
Our fall Future Stars Program's production is based on Roald Dahl's children's book, Matilda. This musical is packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, with a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.
Call the box office at 217-728-7375 or order online at www.thelittletheatre.org

09/09/2026

Congratulations to the children's cast of A Christmas Story, The Musical! Thank you to everyone who auditioned. Parents, please be sure to check your emails for more information.
Performance dates are December 11-20, so get your tickets today by calling the box office at 217-728-7375 or visit thelittletheatre.org

09/09/2026

The Little Theatre on The Square is accepting submissions for the role of Jean Shepherd in A Christmas Story, the Musical. Jean Shepherd is the narrator of the story, a warm, charming storyteller who keeps the story going, plays minor characters, and interacts with Ralphie throughout the story. Male presenting- Late 40s to early 60s ● Personality Traits: Charismatic, good-natured curmudgeon; omniscient narrator who occasionally interacts with the story. ● Vocal Quality: Warm, engaging voice with a touch of dry humor; non-singing role. ● Physicality: Subtle movements; often serves as a guide through the narrative. Submissions accepted from Equity and Non-Equity actors. Contract dates: Rehearsal-November 28th-December 10th. Performances- December 11-20, 2026. Send resume, headshot and acting reel to [email protected]
The deadline to submit is September 23.

09/09/2026

Still time to sign up for Dance and Drama Classes at The Little Theatre On The Square. Classes start TONIGHT. visit www.thelittletheatre.org for more information or call the box office at 217-728-7375.

The Little Theatre On The Square in Sullivan, IL - The Only professional Live Theatre between Chicago and St. Louis producing Broadway quality entertainment since 1957 for audiences in Central Illinois. Also hosting the Future Stars Education Outreach program for students K-12.

09/01/2026

CONGRATULATIONS to the cast of Matilda Jr! Please review the cast list and email Zach at [email protected] to confirm the acceptance of the role.

Matilda: Claire Hastings & Fionn Lynch

Miss Trunchbull: Evan Lane

Miss Honey: Meg Bradshaw

Mr. Wormwood: Asa Bradshaw

Mrs. Wormwood: Ellie Fitzgerald

Bruce: Jude Bradshaw

Lavender: Elsie Taylor

Erica: Lorelei Williams

Amanda: Bea Lentz

Nigel: Ira Kinkley

Alice: Natalie Peters

Tommy: Harrison Golden

Hortensia: Maggie Fitzgerald

Michael: Harrison Golden

Mrs. Phelps: Celes Schultz

Escapologist: Cody Farris

Acrobat: Harper Hild

Rudolpho: Greyson Lough

Sergei: Callen Hackett

Ensemble: Callen Hackett, Emma Hostetler, Wren Kinkley, Molly Lovekamp, Greyson Lough, Ellie Lynch, Jaden Parrish, Avery Peters (Dance Captain), Parker Spear

Understudies: For Miss Trunchbull - Emma Hostetler; For Miss Honey - Ellie Lynch; For Sergei - Cody Farris; For Mr. Wormwood/Rudolpho - Jaden Parrish; For Mrs. Wormwood - Parker Spear; For Mrs. Phelps/Acrobat - Avery Peters; For Escapologist - Callen Hackett