ALMOST THERE and we are so excited to announce that unless anything goes WRONG, we will turn on the stage lights, mic up to present THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG on July 24th at 7PM!! More details will follow regarding tickets and dates.
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July 24-25-26-27 and July 31-August 1-2-3-
We're thrilled to share that Sikeston Little Theatre is nearing the completion of repairs from last year's tornado, thanks to the incredible support from our community and beyond. We're excited to announce that we will be presenting "The Play That Goes Wrong," with our opening night set for July 24th at 7 PM. We can't wait to welcome you back! All shows will be at 7 PM except for the Sunday Matinees which will be at 2PM. Tickets are on sale. Click on tickets above in menu. If you Google the site and it says we are temporarily closed that is a Google problem. THEATRE IS BACK!! WE ARE BACK!!
What is this play about?
An amateur theater group attempts to put up a mystery play, but as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong, does and did! Prone to accidents, the group battles against adversity throughout the performance, resulting in hilarious and irreparable consequences. Witness the chaotic spectacle as the actors navigate through script confusions, dialogue errors, and countless falls and stumbles. Get your tickets for The Play That Goes Wrong to experience this award-winning comedy firsthand! The Play That Goes Wrong is suitable for all audiences.
In 1958, Bing Limbaugh, a former Sikeston student attending college in Memphis, met with a group of Sikeston residents interested in starting a theater group, which led to the selection of a board of directors. When formal incorporation papers were submitted to the state of Missouri, Sikeston Little Theatre (SLT), Inc was born. In October of 1959, SLT presented its first play, Blithe Spirit, in the old high school gym (now part of the YMCA). This would be SLT's home for the next 13 years. In 1964 SLT scheduled its first summer workshop providing instruction in acting, directing, make-up, costumes and theatre management with presentations by Southeast Missouri State faculty members. In 1965, SLT presented its first musical, Sound of Music, and with its success, SLT decided to stage a musical each season. In 1971, stage productions moved from the gym when SLT helped the city purchase the old First Baptist Church on South Kingshighway, and with grant money, the building became the Sikeston Activity Center. In September, 1981, with a bequest from Margaret Harris, the Activity Center was sold, and the city of Sikeston purchased the old Malone Theatre for use as a cultural center. SLT was to manage the building and it was renamed the Chaney-Harris Cultural Center. With the help of many organizations and individual volunteers, over $38,000 in renovations were completed and the first stage production, Alice in Wonderland, took place in 1983. To be continued . . .
The actors may be the stars of the show, but the crew is the glue that holds it all together.
Lisa Terrell Hill From my acct. with the State Historical Society of Missouri. More then 1,500 Sikestonians are listed in these documents. You will find the alphabetical listing toward the end of the document... These documents are stored at the Cape Girardeau repository. I am so grateful to have these precious memories stored safely and accessible to future generations. Mom clipped, saved, and stored all of these historical documents for us. Thanks Hopie. 143. SHSMO State Historical Society of Missouri The mission of the State Historical Society of Missouri is to collect, preserve, publish, exhibit, and make available material related to all aspects and periods of Missouri history. SHSMO also seeks to generate interest in and appreciation of the rich cultural heritage of the state and its people through education and outreach. Tell Me More