We will have work days on 4/20 and 4/27 from 10 am to 2 pm at our building in McConnellstown. We welcome anyone who wants to enjoys working with their hands, getting a little dirty, and volunteering their time.

The 4/20 work day will involve building maintenance including repairs, furniture moving, lawn care, and painting.

The 4/27 work day will be the start of set construction.

Any time you can spare, whether it’s 1 hour or 4 hours, is greatly appreciated. We provide lunch. Newcomers are welcome. Come check out our building and learn about what we do!

Tickets for Silent Sky are currently available. To make a reservation, please call 814.627.0311 and leave a voicemail. A member of our Box Office team will contact you at their convenience. Payment can be made the night of the performance via cash, check, or card. Please note that we do not take reservations by email, website, or Facebook at this time.

Auditions for our next show, The Countess, will be held in June. More information will be provided at a later date.

The Playhouse at McConnellstown to Hold Auditions for Season Opener, Silent Sky

The Playhouse at McConnellstown will hold auditions for its season opener, Silent Sky on Tuesday, April 2, at 7 pm, in its building located at 11680 Raystown Road in the village of McConnellstown.

The show performances are June 7, 8, 14, and 15 at 7:30 pm. Sunday matinees are June 9 and 16 at 2:30 pm. Please bring your calendar with all conflicts between April 2 and June 16. All actors are required to attend all scheduled rehearsals during the final week before the show opens. Rehearsals are typically held three evenings each week, and weekend rehearsals may be scheduled. Work days for set building and facility maintenance are held on Saturdays or Sundays depending on scheduling conflicts.

Based on the true story of a 19th-century astronomer, Silent Sky explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries. Henrietta Leavitt joins a group of ladies at the Harvard Observatory working for a renowned astronomer who has no time for the women’s probing theories. Henrietta attempts to measure the light and distance of stars and takes stock of her life on Earth, trying to balance her dedication to science with family obligations and the possibility of love. This play is written by Lauren Gunderson.

Copies of the script are available for review but must be returned to The Playhouse before the auditions on April 2. For inquiries about the production or to request a copy of the script, please call 814.627.0311 or email us at mail@littletheater.com.

We encourage all thespians to audition regardless of age, race, gender and disability. All casting decisions are at the discretion of the show’s directors. In addition to actors and actresses for the production, we are also looking for volunteers. We are seeking production assistants, stage managers, stage crew, concessions, front of house staff and parking assistance.

While experience is helpful, The Playhouse at McConnellstown does not require previous theatrical experience. We do ask that you have the desire, commitment, and the drive to help us produce the high-quality shows that our audiences have come to expect. Please come join us for a wonderful theatrical experience. We look forward to seeing you at auditions!

The Playhouse is located at 11680 Raystown Rd, Huntingdon, PA, six miles South of Huntingdon Borough right on Rt. 26 in the Village of McConnellstown. For more information, please check the website at www.littletheater.com or like us on Facebook (The Playhouse at McConnellstown).

2024 Season Tickets Now Available for Purchase

The Playhouse at McConnellstown Unveils Exciting 2024 Season

The Playhouse at McConnellstown’s 2024 Season lineup is sure to please audiences. The three-show season will feature a historical biopic, a never-before-seen farce, and a slice of fruity holiday goodness.

The season opens in June with Lauren Gunderson’s Silent Sky. Based on the true story of a 19th-century astronomer, Silent Sky explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries. Henrietta Leavitt joins a group of ladies at the Harvard Observatory working for a renowned astronomer who has no time for the women’s probing theories. Henrietta attempts to measure the light and distance of stars and takes stock of her life on Earth, trying to balance her dedication to science with family obligations and the possibility of love.

Silent Sky runs June 7, 8, 14, and 15 at 7:30 pm; and June 9 and 16 at 2:30 pm.

In August, the curtain rises on The Countess, a new farce from local playwright Emmie White. Embark on an uproarious escapade as Phoebe Molyneux, the clever Countess of Châlons, and her witty lady’s maid Matilda arrive at an English tavern after escaping the Reign of Terror. Phoebe’s anticipated rendezvous with her fiancée, the Duke of Ruthland, takes an unexpected turn when two thieves are mistaken for the duke and his valet. Fueling the chaos, Phoebe enlists Matilda to don the guise of La Comtesse de Châlons, leading to a cascade of side-splitting moments as Phoebe attempts to learn more about her betrothed. Matilda flirts with the faux duke while the thieves plot to steal Phoebe’s jewels. Hilarity ensues when the real Duke of Ruthland, and his valet realize they must save Phoebe and Matilda from the thieves.

The Countess runs August 23, 24, 30, and 31 at 7:30 pm; and August 25 and September 1 at 2:30 pm.

The season closes with the hilarious holiday favorite, Fruitcakes by Julian Wiles. Fruitcakes is a heartwarming adventure that’s part comedy, part drama, and all festive fun! Stir in a delightful mix of fruitcakes, a dazzling display of 10,000 outdoor lights, a pinch of chicken pox. Toss in two southern spinsters, an estranged old man, a mischievous lost cat named Tutti Frutti, and a Christmas hog named Buster, and voila! You’ve got the perfect recipe for an evening of holiday cheer. Jamie, a runaway kid, finds himself in this quirky town with its eccentric residents. Initially thinking they’re “nuttier than fruitcakes,” Jamie soon discovers the true magic of this festive community. Join us for a moving story that serves up a generous helping of the Christmas spirit!

Fruitcakes runs November 22, 23, 29, and 30 at 7:30 pm; and November 23, 24, 30 and December 1 at 2:30 pm.

Evening performances on Fridays and Saturdays are at 7:30 pm. Sunday matinees are at 2:30 pm. Ticket prices are $17 for regular admission and $15 for seniors (age 60 and older) and students (age 6 and older). Payment options include cash, check, debit or credit card. For reservations, please call 814-627-0311. The Playhouse is located at 11680 Raystown Rd, Huntingdon, PA, six miles South of Huntingdon Borough right on Rt. 26 in the Village of McConnellstown.