The Wadsworth Footlighters

08/05/2024

If you are following this page hoping to find info about the Wadsworth Footlighters community theater, please take moment to follow their new page, as the old one is no longer in use. Thanks! Click the link below to find their current home base on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/WFootlighters?mibextid=LQQJ4d

Welcome to The Wadsworth Footlighters' page!

About Us:

The Wadsworth Footlighters is a community theatre with a deeply rooted history in Wadsworth and the surrounding area. The theatre’s roots were planted in the early 1900’s in the Opera House on South Lyman Street, which was originally built by J.F. Detwiler. In 1913, Joseph Bender purchased the theatre and operated it for ten years. From 1923, community theatre in Wadsworth was sporadic due to the World War I, World War II, and the Depression. Research is ongoing to update archives regarding the history of The Wadsworth Footlighters. Anyone with any information is welcome to contact us for its inclusion.

The current Wadsworth Footlighters was born with the vision to offer the citizens of Wadsworth the opportunity to enrich their lives with art, specifically theatre. In 2010, Cory Ott began with the production of Almost, Maine and staged it at Grace Lutheran Church. Ott originally named the production company The Spotlight Theater Company. However, after a few productions, he was approached and introduced to the history of The Wadsworth Footlighters and decided to change the name of the production company to The Wadsworth Footlighters. As a tribute to Ott’s great, great uncle Joe Bender, who was active in the original Footlighters, the name change was significant because it reflects the commitment to the City of Wadsworth and its history. With the commitment of the Board and support from the community, The Wadsworth Footlighters has grown and is dedicated to advancing theatrical arts. The theatre has strong ties to the community and is committed to fostering a love for theater for citizens of all ages.

Mission Statement:

The Wadsworth Footligthers is a local community theatre driven to create and preserve unique experiences, to education and entertain. We encourage and provide opportunities for all ages who wish to participate, support, and express themselves through the performing arts, both on stage and off.

Check us out at www.wadsworthfootlighters.com

02/20/2024

Hello Family and Friends, Due to some technical difficulties The Wadsworth Footlighters had to create a new page. Make sure you take a moment and follow/like our new Page. Facebook.com/wfootlighters

06/03/2023

Scholarship Applications are due on June 15th! Don't forget any graduating senior is able to apply.

Scholarship

05/16/2023

Our 2023 Scholarship Application is available at www.WadsworthFootlighters.com to graduating high school seniors. It is due by June 15!

The Wadsworth Footlighters... A Local Community Theatre: Join us on stage, back stage and in the seats surrounding the stage!

05/07/2023

We had a large number of kiddos audition for our production of Disney | Pixar Finding Nemo Junior. Sadly we were not able to cast everyone, however we are working on providing other opportunities for everyone including other productions, workshops, and much more! Make sure to check out our website regularly for those things to come. Please understand this is a difficult decision and we hope to see everyone again at future auditions. Congrats to the cast, and if you didn't make this production, don’t give up!

Disney | Pixar Finding Nemo Junior Cast List:
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Nemo: Michael Younkin
Marlin: Alaina Tennant
Dory: Piper Schoonover
Coral: Laycee Higbee
Pearl: Quinn Ziska
Sheldon: Sam Lindon
Tad: Pierce Stewart
Professor Ray: Celeste Clausing
Bruce: Chloe Spencer
Chum: Gracelynn Owensby
Anchor: Hayden Lovell
Bubbles: Josephine McIlvaine
Bloat: Lukas Ziska
Gurgle: Beckett Gardner
Peach: Emersyn Kearney
Gill: Kennedy Hewit
Nigel: Abby Tennant
Crush: Corbin Demiter
Sq**rt: Brennan Lewis
Ensemble: Finley Bluey, Eli Brod, Mason Brod, Cayden Brown, Taylor Brown, Juniper Cunningham, Jet Druley, Brooklyn Gilliman, Ireland Gilliman, Harper Harrison, Avery Kemp, Lily Kemp, Adyn Klusti, Hayden Lane, Paige Lewis, Toby Liddy, Abby Longenecker, Porter McIlvaine, Veronica Miu, Madison Owensby, Kaytlin Parilla, Hadley Parks, Hailey Svenson, Courtney Urbanek
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Our first rehearsal will be Monday, May 8th @ 6pm
At Grace Lutheran Church (146 High Street)
Please bring a pencil, highlighter, and water. Thanks and see everyone soon!

04/30/2023

Auditions for…

Disney | Pixar
Finding Nemo Junior

WHEN: May 1st @ 6pm - 8 or May 3rd @ 6pm - 8
Performers only have to attend one audition date,
and can arrive any time within the listed times.

WHERE: Grace Lutheran Church (146 High Street, Wadsworth, OH)
Please enter through the back door along the parking lot off King Street.

WHO: Anyone that has "Graduated" Kindergarten and under the age of 18.

SEEKING: Roughly 30 Cast Members. All roles available.

SHOW DATES: July 13th, 14th, 15th, and 16th, 2023 at O.J. Work Auditorium

More information can be found on our website:

http://WadsworthFootlighters.com/auditions

09/06/2022

Chipotle Night!!! Don’t forget to stop in for dinner sometime between 4pm to 8. Show this flyer or use the online code (GDLTGWB) when placing your order through the app! Support the arts and get some yummy food!

09/01/2022

Don't forget our CHIPOTLE night is right around the corner. Join us on September 6th between 4 and 8pm to support the arts in Wadsworth, while enjoying some yummy food! Please see attached flyer for more information! See you soon!

08/07/2022

Today is our last performance of Roald Dahl’s W***y Wonka Junior. Join us at 2:30pm at OJ Work Auditorium for your chance to find a Golden Ticket and see this fun and candy filled production.