Upcoming MRTC Events
In Praise of Sparrows Set Build Day
Help us bring the Sparrows set to life!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own (like electric saws and drills) will also be very helpful! Please wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared to sign a waiver.
WHERE:
MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN:
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Sunday, September 28th, 2025 12 PM - 5 PM - Load in Day starts at the hangar, moves to East High School
In Praise of Sparrows Set Build Day
Help us bring the Sparrows set to life!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own (like electric saws and drills) will also be very helpful! Please wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared to sign a waiver.
WHERE:
MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN:
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Sunday, September 28th, 2025 12 PM - 5 PM - Load in Day starts at the hangar, moves to East High School
In Praise of Sparrows Load In Day
Help us load in the Sparrows set to our production venue.
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own (like drills) will also be very helpful! Please wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared to sign a waiver.
We will start at the MRTC hangar to load up and then transport everything to East High School to set up.
WHERE:
Starting at the MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)Moving to East High School for the majority of set up - 230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201
WHEN:
Sunday, September 28th, 2025 12 PM - 5 PM - Load in Day starts at the hangar, moves to East High School
In Praise of Sparrows - Friday Night Show
Synopsis: The past can haunt us in ways that are hard to overcome. This is the case for two women, whose paths cross at a pivotal chapter for both. This vivid, emotionally charged work takes the audience through a stunning tragedy, a gripping mystery--and a powerful resolution that will stay with you... "In Praise of Sparrows" shows that there is light to be found, even after decades of darkness.
This show is written and directed by a Member of the Mill Race Theatre Company community. Audiences will be part of the world premiere of this work.
Show Rating: PG-13 Death, Child Death, Suicide, Gunfire
Written & Directed By: Nicole Cunningham
SHOW DATES:
Friday,October 3rd, 2025 - 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 - 7:30 PM
Sunday, October 5th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
Where:Columbus East High School Auditorium (230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201)
TICKETS:
Season Ticket Holders: will receive their access code prior to general admission tickets going on sale. If you do not receive your email, please reach out to seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
General Admission tickets: will go on sale closer to show dates
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
In Praise of Sparrows - Saturday Night Show
Synopsis: The past can haunt us in ways that are hard to overcome. This is the case for two women, whose paths cross at a pivotal chapter for both. This vivid, emotionally charged work takes the audience through a stunning tragedy, a gripping mystery--and a powerful resolution that will stay with you... "In Praise of Sparrows" shows that there is light to be found, even after decades of darkness.
This show is written and directed by a Member of the Mill Race Theatre Company community. Audiences will be part of the world premiere of this work.
Show Rating: PG-13 Death, Child Death, Suicide, Gunfire
Written & Directed By: Nicole Cunningham
SHOW DATES:
Friday,October 3rd, 2025 - 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 - 7:30 PM
Sunday, October 5th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
Where:Columbus East High School Auditorium (230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201)
TICKETS:
Season Ticket Holders: will receive their access code prior to general admission tickets going on sale. If you do not receive your email, please reach out to seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
General Admission tickets: will go on sale closer to show dates
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
In Praise of Sparrows - Sunday Matinee Show
Synopsis: The past can haunt us in ways that are hard to overcome. This is the case for two women, whose paths cross at a pivotal chapter for both. This vivid, emotionally charged work takes the audience through a stunning tragedy, a gripping mystery--and a powerful resolution that will stay with you... "In Praise of Sparrows" shows that there is light to be found, even after decades of darkness.
This show is written and directed by a Member of the Mill Race Theatre Company community. Audiences will be part of the world premiere of this work.
Show Rating: PG-13 Death, Child Death, Suicide, Gunfire
Written & Directed By: Nicole Cunningham
SHOW DATES:
Friday,October 3rd, 2025 - 7:30 PM
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 - 7:30 PM
Sunday, October 5th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
Where:Columbus East High School Auditorium (230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201)
TICKETS:
Season Ticket Holders: will receive their access code prior to general admission tickets going on sale. If you do not receive your email, please reach out to seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
General Admission tickets: will go on sale closer to show dates
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
In Praise of Sparrows Set Build Day
Help us bring the Sparrows set to life!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own (like electric saws and drills) will also be very helpful! Please wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared to sign a waiver.
WHERE:
MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN:
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Sunday, September 28th, 2025 12 PM - 5 PM - Load in Day starts at the hangar, moves to East High School
In Praise of Sparrows Set Build Day
Help us bring the Sparrows set to life!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own (like electric saws and drills) will also be very helpful! Please wear closed-toed shoes and be prepared to sign a waiver.
WHERE:
MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN:
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 9 AM - 12 PM
Sunday, September 28th, 2025 12 PM - 5 PM - Load in Day starts at the hangar, moves to East High School
In Praise of Sparrows Auditions
WHEN: Sunday, August 10th at 5PM or Monday, August 11th at 6PM. Choose ONE date to audition.
WHERE: Fairlawn Presbyterian Church (2611 Fairlawn Drive Columbus, IN 47203)
WHO: Actors, aged 10+. 22 speaking parts available for a diverse cast.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
October 3rd, 2025 - 7:30PM
October 4th, 2025 - 7:30PM
October 5th, 2025 - 2:30PM
at Columbus East High School’s Auditorium
In Praise of Sparrows Auditions
WHEN: Sunday, August 10th at 5PM or Monday, August 11th at 6PM. Choose ONE date to audition.
WHERE: Fairlawn Presbyterian Church (2611 Fairlawn Drive Columbus, IN 47203)
WHO: Actors, aged 10+. 22 speaking parts available for a diverse cast.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
October 3rd, 2025 - 7:30PM
October 4th, 2025 - 7:30PM
October 5th, 2025 - 2:30PM
at Columbus East High School’s Auditorium
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Sunday Matinee Show
GET TICKETS HERE!
Synopsis: Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score that also pays homage to the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture including "Candy Man," "I've Got a Golden Ticket," "Oompa Loompa Song," and "Pure Imagination." The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka's army of curious Oompa-Loompas.
Show Rating: PG
Book By: David Greig
Music By: Marc Shaiman
Lyrics By: Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman
Based on The Novel By Roald Dahl
Songs From The Motion Picture By Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley
Directed By: Mikki Maurey
Music Directed By: Megan Kane
Choreographed By: Bryssa Helton & Sadie Cope
SHOW DATES:
Thursday, July 17th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Friday, July 18th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, July 20th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
Where: Columbus East High School Auditorium (230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201)
TICKETS:
Season Ticket Holders: have been contacted via email with steps to secure their desired show date. If you did not receive your email, please reach out to seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
General Admission tickets: will be $30 in advance and $35 at the door.
Tickets are on sale now! Secure your tickets here!
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Saturday Night Show
GET TICKETS HERE!
Synopsis: Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score that also pays homage to the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture including "Candy Man," "I've Got a Golden Ticket," "Oompa Loompa Song," and "Pure Imagination." The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka's army of curious Oompa-Loompas.
Show Rating: PG
Book By: David Greig
Music By: Marc Shaiman
Lyrics By: Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman
Based on The Novel By Roald Dahl
Songs From The Motion Picture By Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley
Directed By: Mikki Maurey
Music Directed By: Megan Kane
Choreographed By: Bryssa Helton & Sadie Cope
SHOW DATES:
Thursday, July 17th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Friday, July 18th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, July 20th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
Where: Columbus East High School Auditorium (230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201)
TICKETS:
Season Ticket Holders: have been contacted via email with steps to secure their desired show date. If you did not receive your email, please reach out to seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
General Admission tickets: will be $30 in advance and $35 at the door.
Tickets are on sale now! Secure your tickets here!
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Friday Night Show
GET TICKETS HERE!
Synopsis: Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score that also pays homage to the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture including "Candy Man," "I've Got a Golden Ticket," "Oompa Loompa Song," and "Pure Imagination." The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka's army of curious Oompa-Loompas.
Show Rating: PG
Book By: David Greig
Music By: Marc Shaiman
Lyrics By: Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman
Based on The Novel By Roald Dahl
Songs From The Motion Picture By Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley
Directed By: Mikki Maurey
Music Directed By: Megan Kane
Choreographed By: Bryssa Helton & Sadie Cope
SHOW DATES:
Thursday, July 17th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Friday, July 18th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, July 20th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
Where: Columbus East High School Auditorium (230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201)
TICKETS:
Season Ticket Holders: have been contacted via email with steps to secure their desired show date. If you did not receive your email, please reach out to seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
General Admission tickets: will be $30 in advance and $35 at the door.
Tickets are on sale now! Secure your tickets here!
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Thursday Night Show
GET TICKETS HERE!
Synopsis: Based on the famous novel by Roald Dahl, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory features an original score that also pays homage to the 1971 film with songs from the motion picture including "Candy Man," "I've Got a Golden Ticket," "Oompa Loompa Song," and "Pure Imagination." The world-famous Willy Wonka is opening the gates to his mysterious factory…but only to a lucky few. Young Charlie Bucket and four other golden ticket winners will embark on a life-changing journey through Wonka’s world of pure imagination including chocolate waterfalls, nutty squirrels and the great glass elevator, all to be revealed by Wonka's army of curious Oompa-Loompas.
Show Rating: PG
Book By: David Greig
Music By: Marc Shaiman
Lyrics By: Scott Wittman & Marc Shaiman
Based on The Novel By Roald Dahl
Songs From The Motion Picture By Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley
Directed By: Mikki Maurey
Music Directed By: Megan Kane
Choreographed By: Bryssa Helton & Sadie Cope
SHOW DATES:
Thursday, July 17th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Friday, July 18th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, July 20th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
Where: Columbus East High School Auditorium (230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201)
TICKETS:
Season Ticket Holders: have been contacted via email with steps to secure their desired show date. If you did not receive your email, please reach out to seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
General Admission tickets: will be $30 in advance and $35 at the door.
Tickets are on sale now! Secure your tickets here!
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory Auditions
WHEN: Saturday, May 31st, 2025 beginning at 5PM OR Sunday, June 1st, 2025 beginning at 3PM. Choose ONE date to audition. Callbacks will be Monday, June 2nd , 2025 (if needed).
AGE GROUP AUDITION TIMES:
Ages 8-12:
Saturday: 5PM - 6PM
Sunday: 3PM - 4PM
Ages 13+
Saturday: Begins at 6PM
Sunday: Begins at 4PM
WHERE: New Hope Church (1404 W 400 N Columbus, IN 47203)
WHO CAN AUDITION: Anyone ages 8-98! The Kids chorus will be ages 8-12 and all other roles will be ages 13+.
View the event to get more details.
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory Auditions
WHEN: Saturday, May 31st, 2025 beginning at 5PM OR Sunday, June 1st, 2025 beginning at 3PM. Choose ONE date to audition. Callbacks will be Monday, June 2nd , 2025 (if needed).
AGE GROUP AUDITION TIMES:
Ages 8-12:
Saturday: 5PM - 6PM
Sunday: 3PM - 4PM
Ages 13+
Saturday: Begins at 6PM
Sunday: Begins at 4PM
WHERE: New Hope Church (1404 W 400 N Columbus, IN 47203)
WHO CAN AUDITION: Anyone ages 8-98! The Kids chorus will be ages 8-12 and all other roles will be ages 13+.
View the event to get more details.
Meteor Shower - Sunday Matinee Show
Show Synopsis: Corky and Norm are excited to host Gerald and Laura at their home in the valley outside Los Angeles to watch a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower. But as the stars come out and the conversation gets rolling, it becomes clear that Gerald and Laura might not be all that they appear to be. Over the course of a crazy, starlit dinner party, the wildly unexpected occurs. The couples begin to flirt and insanity reigns. Martin, using his trademark absurdist humor, bends the fluid nature of time and reality to create a surprising and unforgettably funny play.
Written By: Steve Martin
Directed By: Josh Hogan
Show Dates:
Friday,May 2nd, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 4th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Adult Language, Suggestive Content, Drug & Alcohol Use .
TICKET OPTIONS
$40 Date Night Package includes: TWO (2) tickets, a popcorn and two non-alcoholic drinks or snow cones. You can purchase your Date Night Package here.
$18 General Admission Tickets can be purchased here.
Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
Meteor Shower - Saturday Night Show
Show Synopsis: Corky and Norm are excited to host Gerald and Laura at their home in the valley outside Los Angeles to watch a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower. But as the stars come out and the conversation gets rolling, it becomes clear that Gerald and Laura might not be all that they appear to be. Over the course of a crazy, starlit dinner party, the wildly unexpected occurs. The couples begin to flirt and insanity reigns. Martin, using his trademark absurdist humor, bends the fluid nature of time and reality to create a surprising and unforgettably funny play.
Written By: Steve Martin
Directed By: Josh Hogan
Show Dates:
Friday,May 2nd, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 4th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Adult Language, Suggestive Content, Drug & Alcohol Use .
TICKET OPTIONS
$40 Date Night Package includes: TWO (2) tickets, a popcorn and two non-alcoholic drinks or snow cones. You can purchase your Date Night Package here.
$18 General Admission Tickets can be purchased here.
Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
Meteor Shower - Friday Night Show
Show Synopsis: Corky and Norm are excited to host Gerald and Laura at their home in the valley outside Los Angeles to watch a once-in-a-lifetime meteor shower. But as the stars come out and the conversation gets rolling, it becomes clear that Gerald and Laura might not be all that they appear to be. Over the course of a crazy, starlit dinner party, the wildly unexpected occurs. The couples begin to flirt and insanity reigns. Martin, using his trademark absurdist humor, bends the fluid nature of time and reality to create a surprising and unforgettably funny play.
Written By: Steve Martin
Directed By: Josh Hogan
Show Dates:
Friday,May 2nd, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 4th, 2025 - 2:30 PM
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Adult Language, Suggestive Content, Drug & Alcohol Use .
TICKET OPTIONS
$40 Date Night Package includes: TWO (2) tickets, a popcorn and two non-alcoholic drinks or snow cones. You can purchase your Date Night Package here.
$18 General Admission Tickets can be purchased here.
Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
Concessions will be for sale by cash or card.
Meteor Shower Auditions
WHEN: Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 from 2PM - 4PM OR Monday, March 24th, 2025 from 6PM - 8PM. Choose ONE date to audition.
WHERE: The Xenia Miller Room on the Second Floor of the Commons - 300 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201
WHO: Actors, suggested ages 18+.
We encourage actors of all races and ethnicities to participate.
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Adult Language, Suggestive Content, Drug & Alcohol Use.
HOW TO PREPARE: Wear comfortable clothing, be prepared to do cold reads from the script. Come with a list of potential rehearsal conflicts from March 31st - May 4th.
Virtual Auditions: Virtual auditions are also available for this production if you cannot attend one of the in-person audition dates. Submissions are due by 8PM on March 24th, 2025. Reach out to the director (joshhogan@millracetheatre.org) for more information.
CASTING AND REHEARSALS: Cast list will be released on the MRTC website and social media pages by Friday, March 28th, Rehearsals begin Monday, March 31st, 2025. For a full character list breakdown, expand the next section below.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Cast will be expected to be at all shows and all rehearsals during the week leading up to the show.
QUESTIONS: Email Director Josh Hogan at joshhogan@millracetheatre.org or meteor@millracetheatre.org
Meteor Shower Auditions
WHEN: Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 from 2PM - 4PM OR Monday, March 24th, 2025 from 6PM - 8PM. Choose ONE date to audition.
WHERE: The Xenia Miller Room on the Second Floor of the Commons - 300 Washington St, Columbus, IN 47201
WHO: Actors, suggested ages 18+.
We encourage actors of all races and ethnicities to participate.
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Adult Language, Suggestive Content, Drug & Alcohol Use.
HOW TO PREPARE: Wear comfortable clothing, be prepared to do cold reads from the script. Come with a list of potential rehearsal conflicts from March 31st - May 4th.
Virtual Auditions: Virtual auditions are also available for this production if you cannot attend one of the in-person audition dates. Submissions are due by 8PM on March 24th, 2025. Reach out to the director (joshhogan@millracetheatre.org) for more information.
CASTING AND REHEARSALS: Cast list will be released on the MRTC website and social media pages by Friday, March 28th, Rehearsals begin Monday, March 31st, 2025. For a full character list breakdown, expand the next section below.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
Sunday, May 4th, 2025
Cast will be expected to be at all shows and all rehearsals during the week leading up to the show.
QUESTIONS: Email Director Josh Hogan at joshhogan@millracetheatre.org or meteor@millracetheatre.org
Meteor Shower Set Build Day
It's time to build Norm and Corky’s house!
It’s time for another build day for Meteor Shower
Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.
WHERE: MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN: Thursday, March 20th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Meteor Shower Set Build Day
It's time to build Norm and Corky’s house!
It’s time for another build day for Meteor Shower
Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.
WHERE: MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN: Thursday, March 13th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Meteor Shower Set Build Day
It's time to build Norm and Corky’s house!
It’s time for another build day for Meteor Shower
Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.
WHERE: MRTC’s Hangar Storage Unit - 2705 Arnold Street Columbus, Indiana 47201
(Across the street from Columbus Animal Care Services)
WHEN: Tuesday, March 11th 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Rock of Ages - Sunday Night Show
Show Synopsis: Rock of Ages follows the story of Drew, a small-town boy with big dreams of becoming a rock star, and Sherrie, a small-town girl with similar aspirations. But when German developers arrive with plans to transform the fabled Sunset Strip into a capitalist strip mall, Drew, Sherrie, and the others must come together to save the strip and preserve the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll before it’s too late. Rock of Ages is a celebration of the spirit of the ’80s and the power of rock ‘n’ roll .
Book by: Chris D’Arienzo
Arrangements and Orchestration by: Ethan Popp
Directed By: Julie Hult
Show Dates:
February 28, 2025 7:30pm
March 1, 2025 7:30pm
March 2, 2025 5:30pm
CONTENT WARNING: This show is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.
Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
Purchase Tickets Here Now! VIP Tickets available while they last!
Rock of Ages - Saturday Night Show
Show Synopsis: Rock of Ages follows the story of Drew, a small-town boy with big dreams of becoming a rock star, and Sherrie, a small-town girl with similar aspirations. But when German developers arrive with plans to transform the fabled Sunset Strip into a capitalist strip mall, Drew, Sherrie, and the others must come together to save the strip and preserve the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll before it’s too late. Rock of Ages is a celebration of the spirit of the ’80s and the power of rock ‘n’ roll .
Book by: Chris D’Arienzo
Arrangements and Orchestration by: Ethan Popp
Directed By: Julie Hult
Show Dates:
February 28, 2025 7:30pm
March 1, 2025 7:30pm
March 2, 2025 5:30pm
CONTENT WARNING: This show is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.
Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
Purchase Tickets Here Now! VIP Tickets available while they last!
Rock of Ages - Friday Night Show
Show Synopsis: Rock of Ages follows the story of Drew, a small-town boy with big dreams of becoming a rock star, and Sherrie, a small-town girl with similar aspirations. But when German developers arrive with plans to transform the fabled Sunset Strip into a capitalist strip mall, Drew, Sherrie, and the others must come together to save the strip and preserve the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll before it’s too late. Rock of Ages is a celebration of the spirit of the ’80s and the power of rock ‘n’ roll .
Book by: Chris D’Arienzo
Arrangements and Orchestration by: Ethan Popp
Directed By: Julie Hult
Show Dates:
February 28, 2025 7:30pm
March 1, 2025 7:30pm
March 2, 2025 5:30pm
CONTENT WARNING: This show is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.
Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
Purchase Tickets Here Now! VIP Tickets available while they last!
Rock of Ages Set Build Day
It's time to build this city for rock n’roll!
Saturday February 1st will be our third build day for Rock of Ages!
Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.
WHERE: Columbus North High School, Erne Auditorium
WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 1st from 1:00-5:00pm!
Rock of Ages Set Build Day
It's time to build this city for rock n’roll!
Saturday January 25th will be our second build day for Rock of Ages!
Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.
WHERE: Columbus North High School, Erne Auditorium
WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 25th from 1:00-4:00pm!
80’s Trivia Night
Our friends at 4th Street Bar are hosting an ALL 80’s themed trivia night on Thursday, January 23rd beginning at 7PM!
We know you all still have those neon colors, leg warmers, and Members Only jackets in the back of your closet! Every team member dressed up receives extra credit!!
Not only are they throwing a totally rad trivia party, they are also raising money to be donated to the Mill Race Theatre Company! 10% of all food sales will be donated as long as a bucket passed to teams for monetary donations! So please bring some extra cash!
RESERVATIONS ARE A MUST and can be made by calling 4th Street Bar and Grill at 812-376-7063!
**Please note that this is for ages 21+**
See you there!!!
Rock of Ages Set Build Day
It's time to build this city for rock n’roll!
This Saturday, January 18th will be our first build day for Rock of Ages!
Please come join us, and bring a friend or two!
No experience is required, we will teach you some new skills and have jobs for all ability and comfort levels. We also have some tools, but bringing your own will also be very helpful! Please wear closed toed shoes.
WHERE: Columbus North High School, Erne Auditorium
WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 18th from 1:00-4:00pm!
Rock of Ages Auditions
WHEN: Monday, December 16th OR Tuesday, December 17th from 6PM - 8PM. Choose ONE date to audition. Possible call backs on Wednesday, December 18th.
WHERE: East High School - 230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201 - Room c110 (enter by “S” door off Marr Rd.)
WHO: Actors, suggested ages 18+
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.
HOW TO PREPARE: Please prepare 32-bars of music and bring digital accompaniment, plan to dance and read from the script. Wear comfortable clothing and bring list of potential rehearsal conflicts from January 6th- March 2nd.
View event for more details.
Rock of Ages Auditions
WHEN: Monday, December 16th OR Tuesday, December 17th from 6PM - 8PM. Choose ONE date to audition. Possible call backs on Wednesday, December 18th.
WHERE: East High School - 230 S Marr Rd, Columbus, IN 47201 - Room c110 (enter by “S” door off Marr Rd.)
WHO: Actors, suggested ages 18+
PLEASE NOTE: This play is rated R: Sexual Content, Suggestive Dancing, Some Heavy Drinking, Drugs and Language.
HOW TO PREPARE: Please prepare 32-bars of music and bring digital accompaniment, plan to dance and read from the script. Wear comfortable clothing and bring list of potential rehearsal conflicts from January 6th- March 2nd.
View event for more details.
Rock of Ages Karaoke Night
Who’s ready to rock?!?
The MRTC Rock of Ages staff is inviting everyone 21+ to join them at The Garage Pub and Grill on Thursday, December 12th for a night of karaoke fun with Matty O. Entertainment beginning at 8pm!
All are welcome to join and help shake off those rockstar moves and help promote our upcoming auditions and show!
Just look for the folks having too much fun wearing the Rock of Ages show t-shirts!
She Kills Monsters - Sunday Matinee Show
Mark your calendars for the Saturday Night showing of She Kills Monsters directed by Kate Connor.
Show Synopsis: "She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all. Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief.
Written By: Qui Nguyen
Directed By: Kate Connor
Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief. Expand the Character Breakdown section toward the bottom of our production page for more details.
Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.
She Kills Monsters - Saturday Night Show
Mark your calendars for the Saturday Night showing of She Kills Monsters directed by Kate Connor.
Show Synopsis: "She Kills Monsters" tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all. Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief.
Written By: Qui Nguyen
Directed By: Kate Connor
Please note: This play is rated PG-13: Mild language, Fantasy Violence, Implied Sexual Harassment, Discussions of Death & Grief. Expand the Character Breakdown section toward the bottom of our production page for more details.
Season Ticket Holders received an email to secure their desired show date prior to tickets going live for the general public. If you did not get it, please contact seasontickets@millracetheatre.org.