Founding Patrons
These are the names of the founding patrons of the Oxford Area Community Theater. Without their faith in the future of community theater in our town, we wouldn’t be here.
Susan Braunig
Bill Brewer
Sgt. David Broxterman, USA
William and Charlotte Bruhn
Allan and Christina Button
Robert and Biz Campbell
Roger and Marilyn DeSoucy
Randy and Bev Devirendt
Edgar Dupont
The General Store/Finishing Touches
John and Kathy Gerberick
Dave and Becky Heckert
Bill and Jane Hollingsworth
Michael Keller
Joe and Janet Kretschmer
Jack Liles
John Lowrey
Marilaine’s
Mrs. C. Rollin Niswonger
Jack and Sally Southard
C. E. and Betty Stousland
Dennis and Helen Sullivan
Stephen E. Toney
William and Dixie Utter
Kaye York-Longworth
Related Links
Here are links to other local theater resources:
Tickets now on sale for Two on the Aisle, Three in a Van!
Tickets can be reserved by phone at 513-523-6228, or purchased online at:
Join us for a super slate of enjoyable, funny, and poignant productions!
The Edgar Allan Poe Afterlife Radio Show
The Edgar Allan Poe Afterlife Radio Show brings us into the world of Poe, as his spirit is determined to keep his works alive for a new generation. Accompanied by his very opinionated feline companion, Poe presents several of his most well-known works in the format of a “radio show,” complete with live “Foley” sound effects! This unique production will delight fans of Poe, fans of radio, and fans of gothic amusement (as well as fans of talking cats and feisty spirits)!
Cast:
Performances April 22, 23, 24 and 29, 30, May 1
The Octette Bridge Club
Tickets now on sale for The Octette Bridge Club! Tickets are available by phone reservation at 513-523-6228; at the door; or online at
All the Roles I’ll Never Have
2021 -2022 Season
Our first show of 2021-2022 was performed on Friday October 15, Saturday October 16, Sunday October 17. This gift to the community brought together an impressive array of local performers, offering songs and scenes with the theme of “roles I would love to perform, but will likely never be cast in”!
An eclectic mix of comedy, drama, singing, and dancing, with variety in the lineup for each performance! More than a simple talent show, this production showcased the extraordinary and amazing talent in our community, with the high quality production values that OxACT has always embodied!
This event was a free gift to the community, to celebrate our strength through adversity and the return of live performance!
Our 2021 – 2022 Season!
Thank you to all of our sponsors, patrons, and volunteers for making our return to the stage successful! Stay tuned for the announcement of our 2022-23 season!
All the Roles I’ll Never Have
by Various Writers/Composers
Coordinated by Rebecca Howard
Oct. 15, 16, 17
This gift to the community brings together an impressive array of local performers, offering songs and scenes with the theme of “roles I would love to perform, but will likely never be cast in!”
An eclectic mix of comedy, drama, singing, and maybe even some dancing, with variety in the lineup for each performance! More than a simple “talent show,” this production showcases the extraordinary and amazing talent in our community, with the hgh quality production values that OxACT has always embodied!
This event is FREE! It is our gift to the community, to celebrate our strength through adversity and the return of live performance! Audience size will be limited for each performance, so it will be necessary to reserve your seat.
The Octette Bridge Club
by P.J. Berry
Directed by Mike McVey
February 18, 19, 20, & 25, 26, 27
A sentimental comedy about American life in a bygone era. On alternate Friday evenings, eight sisters meet to play bridge and gossip. The first act takes place in 1934; the second ten years later during a Halloween bridge party where each sister acts out her costume’s persona.
“A delightful, funny, moving glimpse of the sort of lives we are familiar with on our own!” ~New York Daily News.
The Edgar Allan Poe Afterlife Radio Show
by
Directed by Kayleigh Swatzell
April 22, 23, 24, & 29, 30, & May 1
The Edgar Allan Poe Afterlife Radio Show brings us into the world of Poe, as his spirit is determined to keep his works alive for a new generation. Accompanied by his very opinionated feline companion, Poe presents several of his most well-known works in the format of a “radio show,” complete with live “Foley” sound effects! This unique production will delight fans of Poe, fans of radio, and fans of gothic amusement (as well as fans of talking cats and feisty spirits)!
Bingo the Winning Musical
Cast:
- Vern: Deb Richardson
- Honey: Sara Pate
- Patsy: Emily Douglass
- Alison: Hannah Zmuda
- Minnie: LaTricia Hilman
- Sam/Frank: Mike Robinson
- Bernice: Rebecca Howard
Performances: Feb. 21, 22, 23 and 28, 29, Mar. 1, 2020
Directed by Rebecca Howard
Bingo is a splashy, zippy, fun new musical comedy – great for theatres looking to produce a small musical with a big heart. Bingo is about a group of die- hard bingo players who stop at nothing to miss their weekly game. In between the number calling, strange rituals and fierce competitions, love blossoms and long lost friends reunite. These lovable characters spring to life with a smart, funny script and bouncy, hummable score. Audiences will be laughing in the aisles when they aren’t playing games of bingo along with the cast! “Popcorn, friendship, intrigue and a famous five-letter word. Bingo turns Grandma’s favorite form of gambling into fun-loving musical theater.” – The New York Times
Bingo the Winning Musical Cast Announced
- Vern: Deb Richardson
- Honey: Sara Pate
- Patsy: Emily Douglass
- Alison: Hannah Zmuda
- Minnie: LaTricia Hilman
- Sam/Frank: Mike Robinson
- Bernice: Rebecca Howard
Tickets for Bingo the Winning Musical
Cast
- Vern: Deb Richardson
- Honey: Sara Pate
- Patsy: Emily Douglass
- Alison: Hannah Zmuda
- Minnie: LaTricia Hilman
- Sam/Frank: Mike Robinson
- Bernice: Rebecca Howard
Feb. 21, 22, 23 and 28, 29, Mar. 1
Bingo is a splashy, zippy, fun new musical comedy – great for theatres looking to produce a small musical with a big heart. Bingo is about a group of die- hard bingo players who stop at nothing to miss their weekly game. In between the number calling, strange rituals and fierce competitions, love blossoms and long lost friends reunite. These lovable characters spring to life with a smart, funny script and bouncy, hummable score. Audiences will be laughing in the aisles when they aren’t playing games of bingo along with the cast! “Popcorn, friendship, intrigue and a famous five-letter word. Bingo turns Grandma’s favorite form of gambling into fun-loving musical theater.” – The New York Times