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On the Mainstage

February 9 - June 15
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Carlisle Theatre presents
April 17 - April 26
Assassins
Players on High presents
sponsored by Lindy & Vicki Mack (sponsorship generously donated for pit musicians)
May 14 @ 7:00 pm
The Taming of the Shrew
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About the Carlisle Theatre

Located in the heart of Carlisle, the historic Carlisle Theatre has been referred to as “the gem of downtown”.

The Carlisle Theatre is one of the principal forces behind the revitalization of downtown Carlisle. Established in 1939, renovated in 1993, we remain Carlisle’s downtown source for entertainment. The Carlisle Regional Performing Arts Center presents musical concerts, performances, films, live theatrical productions, and programming for children and families.

The Theatre is also available for corporate events and meetings, community events, weddings, and much, much more!

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6 hours ago
Carlisle Theatre

✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM

Catie M.O. (Set painting, Dressing, & Props) Catie has been involved with theatre since elementary school but it wasn’t until she was hired by The Weathervane Playhouse, in Newark, Ohio that she really began to engage in technical theatre starting with props, lighting and stage crew. While a Film Production major at Wright State University, she was able to delve deeper into all other aspects of stage craft including set design, sound, dressing, casting, writing and directing. Under Executive/Artistic Director Ashley Shade Byerts, she has enjoyed contributing to the various productions at the Carlisle Theatre to include stagecraft, visual design, writing, directing and performing. She’s had the pleasure of assisting on many productions to include: A STEAMPUNK CHRISTMAS CAROL, HARVEY, THE SECRET GARDEN, SLEEPY HOLLOW, URINETOWN,YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU, RUMORS, and our Summer Camp productions. She thanks Ashley and all the other staff and volunteers of the Players on High and Carlisle Theatre teams for their enthusiastic support, creativity and encouragement, and mostly, her daughter, Patience, a true creative soul.
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✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High  
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM

Catie M.O. (Set painting, Dressing, & Props) Catie has been involved with theatre since elementary school but it wasn’t until she was hired by The Weathervane Playhouse, in Newark, Ohio that she really began to engage in technical theatre starting with props, lighting and stage crew. While a Film Production major at Wright State University, she was able to delve deeper into all other aspects of stage craft including set design, sound, dressing, casting, writing and directing.  Under Executive/Artistic Director Ashley Shade Byerts, she has enjoyed contributing to the various productions at the Carlisle Theatre to include stagecraft, visual design, writing, directing and performing.  She’s had the pleasure of assisting on many productions to include: A STEAMPUNK CHRISTMAS CAROL, HARVEY, THE SECRET GARDEN, SLEEPY HOLLOW, URINETOWN,YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU, RUMORS, and our Summer Camp productions. She thanks Ashley and all the other staff and volunteers of the Players on High and Carlisle Theatre teams for their enthusiastic support, creativity and encouragement, and mostly, her daughter, Patience, a true creative soul.

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She's the best! 💗

23 hours ago
Carlisle Theatre

✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM

Surag Gopi (James Blaine / Photographer / Secret Service / American) is pleased to return to the stage following his performances as the Society Gentleman in The Time of Your Life and a Nosferatu in Dracula. He is honored to be part of Assassins in his musical theatre debut. Surag is passionate about developing his craft through dynamic storytelling, versatility, and meaningful ensemble collaboration, and he is grateful for every opportunity to learn, connect, bring characters to life, and grow as an artist. He extends his sincere thanks to the cast and creative team for their support and for the opportunity to be part of this production. Outside of theatre, Surag enjoys crafting cocktails, experimenting in the kitchen, spending time in nature, and, most importantly, cherishing time with his wonderful family and relaxing in his backyard.
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✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High 
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM

Surag Gopi (James Blaine / Photographer / Secret Service / American) is pleased to return to the stage following his performances as the Society Gentleman in The Time of Your Life and a Nosferatu in Dracula. He is honored to be part of Assassins in his musical theatre debut. Surag is passionate about developing his craft through dynamic storytelling, versatility, and meaningful ensemble collaboration, and he is grateful for every opportunity to learn, connect, bring characters to life, and grow as an artist. He extends his sincere thanks to the cast and creative team for their support and for the opportunity to be part of this production. Outside of theatre, Surag enjoys crafting cocktails, experimenting in the kitchen, spending time in nature, and, most importantly, cherishing time with his wonderful family and relaxing in his backyard.

✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM

Jeremy Tuttle (Director/Projections Design/Set Design) has found the dream… directing his first show with Players on High. Assassins isn't just another musical for Jeremy; it has been one of his favorite musicals ever since high school when he won gold at the state drama competition with one of Byck's monologues. He is unworthy of the love he has received from this marvelous cast and crew. When he's not directing, you'll find him out in the yard with his wonderful partner, Emma, and their two mini-poodles, Ophelia and Desdemona.
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✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High 
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM

Jeremy Tuttle (Director/Projections Design/Set Design) has found the dream… directing his first show with Players on High. Assassins isnt just another musical for Jeremy; it has been one of his favorite musicals ever since high school when he won gold at the state drama competition with one of Bycks monologues. He is unworthy of the love he has received from this marvelous cast and crew. When hes not directing, youll find him out in the yard with his wonderful partner, Emma, and their two mini-poodles, Ophelia and Desdemona.

✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM

Russ Moore (Samuel Byck) Russ is excited to return to Players on High and the Historic Carlisle Theatre and share the stage once again with his daughters Kat and Abby. Russ’s theatrical experience spans a variety of roles, including Blick in “The Time of Your Life”, Jonathan Harker in "Dracula", Uncle Dan in "Dying for a Slice", Pa Strong in "Urinetown", Baltus Van Tassel in "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow", Topper in "A Steampunk Christmas Carol", Mr. DePinna in "You Can’t Take It With You", and as a member of the Ensemble in various shows, all of which were with Players on High. Whether onstage or off, Russ brings heart, humor, and a touch of the absurd to everything he does. While not on stage, Russ enjoys watching his kids play sports, as well as video & board games, and D&D with friends. He wishes to thank the fabulous cast and crew of "Assassins", and most importantly, his wife Amanda and kids: Abby, Aaron, and Cathryn, for all of their love and support through all the crazy schedule conflicts, schedule changes, and late nights.
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✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High 
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM

Russ Moore (Samuel Byck) Russ is excited to return to Players on High and the Historic Carlisle Theatre and share the stage once again with his daughters Kat and Abby.  Russ’s theatrical experience spans a variety of roles, including Blick in “The Time of Your Life”, Jonathan Harker in Dracula, Uncle Dan in Dying for a Slice, Pa Strong in Urinetown, Baltus Van Tassel in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Topper in A Steampunk Christmas Carol, Mr. DePinna in You Can’t Take It With You, and as a member of the Ensemble in various shows, all of which were with Players on High.  Whether onstage or off, Russ brings heart, humor, and a touch of the absurd to everything he does.  While not on stage, Russ enjoys watching his kids play sports, as well as video & board games, and D&D with friends.  He wishes to thank the fabulous cast and crew of Assassins, and most importantly, his wife Amanda and kids: Abby, Aaron, and Cathryn, for all of their love and support through all the crazy schedule conflicts, schedule changes, and late nights.

Assassins, presented by Players on High
Book by John Weidman
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim

🎟️ carlisletheatre.showare.com/assassins
Run: April 17 - 26 (7 performances)

“A multiple Tony Award-winning theatrical tour-de-force. Bold, original, disturbing and alarmingly funny, Assassins is perhaps the most controversial musical ever written. Assassins lays bare the lives of nine individuals who assassinated or tried to assassinate the President of the United States, in a one-act historical "revusical" that explores the dark side of the American experience. From John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald, writers, Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman, bend the rules of time and space, taking us on a nightmarish roller coaster ride in which assassins and would-be assassins from different historical periods meet, interact and inspire each other to harrowing acts in the name of the American Dream.”

📸 Cody Myers ft. Anthony Geraci, Donald Domenici, Rick Sollman, Aiden Storm, Jason Mathis, Russ Moore, Anna Palese, Larissa Curcio, Hayden Johnston
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Assassins, presented by Players on High
Book by John Weidman
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim

🎟️ carlisletheatre.showare.com/assassins
Run: April 17 - 26 (7 performances)

“A multiple Tony Award-winning theatrical tour-de-force. Bold, original, disturbing and alarmingly funny, Assassins is perhaps the most controversial musical ever written. Assassins lays bare the lives of nine individuals who assassinated or tried to assassinate the President of the United States, in a one-act historical revusical that explores the dark side of the American experience. From John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald, writers, Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman, bend the rules of time and space, taking us on a nightmarish roller coaster ride in which assassins and would-be assassins from different historical periods meet, interact and inspire each other to harrowing acts in the name of the American Dream.”

📸 Cody Myers ft. Anthony Geraci, Donald Domenici, Rick Sollman, Aiden Storm, Jason Mathis, Russ Moore, Anna Palese, Larissa Curcio, Hayden Johnston

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Looking forward to this production.

2 weeks ago
Carlisle Theatre

♥️Today is World Theatre Day! We are so lucky to have the Carlisle Theatre in the heart of our downtown!

Often referred to as the "gem of downtown," the Carlisle Theatre has been providing entertainment since 1939. In addition to films and live music, the Carlisle Theatre offers live theatre featuring local talent through the Players on High.

Interested in catching a show or even auditioning for one? Check out the theatre's website at www.carlisletheatre.org and follow them here on Facebook!
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♥️
2 weeks ago
Carlisle Theatre

April on the Mainstage - Get Your 🎟️ Now!
www.carlisletheatre.org | carlisletheatre.showare.com

📽️ Sponsors: Earth Artisan & Outfitter, BrightView Landscapes
🎹 Assassins Pit Sponsor: Lindy & Vicki Mack
✨Collaborations: The Realms of Entropy, The Mermaid Players, The Winery at the Long Shot Farm
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April on the Mainstage - Get Your 🎟️ Now! 
www.carlisletheatre.org | carlisletheatre.showare.com

📽️ Sponsors: Earth Artisan & Outfitter, BrightView Landscapes
🎹 Assassins Pit Sponsor: Lindy & Vicki Mack
✨Collaborations: The Realms of Entropy, The Mermaid Players, The Winery at the Long Shot Farm

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I'm so excited for assassin's! It's been my playlist all week!

2 weeks ago
Carlisle Theatre

THIS FRIDAY 🎉🎲

Join us for Madam Lux's 6969th birthday BASH! 🥳(And the one-year anniversary of the PEST CONTROL campaign!)

A night of booze, giveaways, and table top gaming silliness!

Visit the link in our bio or the Carlisle Theatre's website to get tickets! You won't want to m#PestControl🎂#ttrpgt#CarlisleTheatreC#realmsofentropyR#dungeonsanddragonsgeonsAndDragons”
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THIS FRIDAY 🎉🎲

Join us for Madam Luxs 6969th birthday BASH! 🥳(And the one-year anniversary of the PEST CONTROL campaign!) 

A night of booze, giveaways, and table top gaming silliness! 

Visit the link in our bio or the Carlisle Theatres website to get tickets! You wont want to miss this… 🍾🎉🎂

#PestControl #TTRPG #CarlisleTheatre #RealmsOfEntropy #DungeonsAndDragons”
2 weeks ago
Carlisle Theatre

Join us tonight at 7PM for a showing of “A River Runs Through It,” generously sponsored by:
Earth Artisan & Outfitter & BrightView Landscapes
🎟️ carlisletheatre.org/hollywood-on-high

A River Runs Through It (1992)
Director: Robert Redford

“Two sons of a stern minister - one reserved, one rebellious - grow up in rural 1920s Montana while devoted to fly fishing.”
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Join us tonight at 7PM for a showing of “A River Runs Through It,” generously sponsored by: 
Earth Artisan & Outfitter & BrightView Landscapes
🎟️ https://carlisletheatre.org/hollywood-on-high

A River Runs Through It (1992)
Director: Robert Redford

“Two sons of a stern minister - one reserved, one rebellious - grow up in rural 1920s Montana while devoted to fly fishing.”
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