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Join us for a “Show in a Week” experience for actors and technicians ages 8 years to 18 years. Rehearsal will be held April 6-10 with two public performances on April 11 at 2PM and 7PM. Your registration includes a show t-shirt, two free tickets to the performance, costume and prop costs, and a cast party following the April 11 performance.

Synopsis
Alexander is having a bad day. A terrible day. A horrible day. To be quite honest, it’s a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. But then, everybody has bad days, sometimes. In this delightful adaptation of her popular book, Judith Viorst sets Alexander’s rather trying life to music and brings to the stage one of America’s feistiest characters. Not only does Alexander wake up with gum in his hair, but his mother forgets to pack him dessert, and his best friend decides he’s not his best friend anymore. And if that’s not bad enough, Alexander’s brothers don’t have any cavities but—he does. And just when it can’t get any worse, there are lima beans for supper and —yuck!—kissing on TV. It is enough to make anyone want to go to Australia. Alexander’s struggles with life’s daily dramas will not only entertain but educate young audiences as they identify with Alexander and the obstacles he encounters, encouraging them to share their feelings and to realize that bad days happen—even in Australia.

Characters
Alexander
Nick
Anthony
Mother
Father
Albert Moyo
Becky
Audrey
Phillip Parker
Paul
Mrs. Dickens
Dr. Fields
Shoe Salesman
Ensemble

Tuition – $100
Financial Aid is available!

Schedule
*Please bring a lunch or snack for our midway break!

April 6, 2026
10AM-3PM Auditions/Rehearsal
3PM-6PM Tech Assignments/Training
April 7, 2026
10AM-5PM Rehearsal
3PM-6PM Tech Build
April 8, 2026
10AM-5PM Rehearsal
April 9, 2026
10AM-5PM Rehearsal
April 10, 2026
10AM-5PM Final Dress Rehearsal
April 11, 2026
1PM Students Arrive
1PM Box Office Opens
2:15PM Lobby Opens
2:30PM House Opens
3:00PM Show Begins
75m, 15m intermission
6PM Students Arrive
6PM Box Office Opens
6:15PM Lobby Opens
6:30PM Seating Begins
7PM Show Begins
75m, 15m intermission

Join us for a “Show in a Week” experience for actors and technicians ages 8 years to 18 years. Rehearsal will be held April 6-10 with two public performances on April 11 at 2PM and 7PM. Your registration includes a show t-shirt, two free tickets to the performance, costume and prop costs, and a cast party following the April 11 performance.

Synopsis
Alexander is having a bad day. A terrible day. A horrible day. To be quite honest, it’s a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. But then, everybody has bad days, sometimes. In this delightful adaptation of her popular book, Judith Viorst sets Alexander’s rather trying life to music and brings to the stage one of America’s feistiest characters. Not only does Alexander wake up with gum in his hair, but his mother forgets to pack him dessert, and his best friend decides he’s not his best friend anymore. And if that’s not bad enough, Alexander’s brothers don’t have any cavities but—he does. And just when it can’t get any worse, there are lima beans for supper and —yuck!—kissing on TV. It is enough to make anyone want to go to Australia. Alexander’s struggles with life’s daily dramas will not only entertain but educate young audiences as they identify with Alexander and the obstacles he encounters, encouraging them to share their feelings and to realize that bad days happen—even in Australia.

Characters
Alexander
Nick
Anthony
Mother
Father
Albert Moyo
Becky
Audrey
Phillip Parker
Paul
Mrs. Dickens
Dr. Fields
Shoe Salesman
Ensemble

Tuition – $100
Financial Aid is available!

Schedule
*Please bring a lunch or snack for our midway break!

April 6, 2026
10AM-3PM Auditions/Rehearsal
3PM-6PM Tech Assignments/Training
April 7, 2026
10AM-5PM Rehearsal
3PM-6PM Tech Build
April 8, 2026
10AM-5PM Rehearsal
April 9, 2026
10AM-5PM Rehearsal
April 10, 2026
10AM-5PM Final Dress Rehearsal
April 11, 2026
1PM Students Arrive
1PM Box Office Opens
2:15PM Lobby Opens
2:30PM House Opens
3:00PM Show Begins
75m, 15m intermission
6PM Students Arrive
6PM Box Office Opens
6:15PM Lobby Opens
6:30PM Seating Begins
7PM Show Begins
75m, 15m intermission

What: Waterfowl Festival
When: Sat., March 28
Time: 8 A.M.-4:30 PM
Where: Oakwood Resort Event Center, 702 E. Lake View Rd. Syracuse, IN
COST: $20
For more information, visit: www.chautauquawawasee.org/waterfowl-festival-northern-indiana

Participants will learn to identify different waterfowl, take a guided field trip to nearby wetlands or build wood duck houses. The Festival costs $20 and includes all materials, lunch and afternoon snack. Presented in partnership with the Tippecanoe Audubon Society, Indiana Department of Natural Resources and Ducks Unlimited.

This Saturday, take a step back in time. Visit Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill. Located in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown Historic District. The mill is adjacent to Buchanan Farmers Market. Pears Mill is open 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Labor Day. There is no charge.

Free gardening event featuring, Dr. Doug Tallamy. A renowned entomologist, conservationist and professor at the University of Delaware whose work has transformed our understanding of the relationship between native plants and wildlife. His presentation "Saving Nature in your Yard" is an inspiring and practical talk about how individuals can play a crucial role in restoring biodiversity and supporting wildlife- right at home. Visit with representatives from various environmental and native plant organizations prior to the presentation.

Why planting natives in your yard and elsewhere is important for your and nature.

March 28th from 11-2:30! Admission? Absolutely free!!! Dive into a world of shopping vendors, munch on goodies from food trucks, snuggle up with furry friends at the petting zoo, gallop away on horse rides, and enjoy free games for kids of all ages

JAZZ VOCALIST PATTI SHAFFNER TO PERFORM WITH THE BUDDY PEARSON TRIO
Indiana Singer Featured in Plymouth's Wild Rose Moon Radio Hour
Indiana-based jazz vocalist Patti Shaffner is set to take the stage as a featured performer on the Wild Rose Moon Radio Hour, a beloved radio program held in Plymouth, Indiana. Performing alongside the acclaimed Buddy Pearson Trio, Shaffner will bring her signature jazz stylings to one of the region's most celebrated musical showcases.
Patti Shaffner, a crowd favorite at Merriman’s Playhouse in South Bend, is a dynamic presence on the Indiana jazz scene, known for her warm tone, expressive phrasing, and deep reverence for the jazz vocal tradition. Whether interpreting classic American standards or breathing new life into beloved jazz repertoire, Shaffner's performances consistently captivate audiences with their intimacy and authenticity.
Joining Shaffner is the Buddy Pearson Trio, a cornerstone of the Indiana jazz community. Their seamless musicianship and intuitive accompaniment provide the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable evening of live jazz. Buddy has performed as a solo opening act for music legends such as Robert Cray, Wayne Newton, and Gladys Knight. The trio also features Mike Shell on Drums and Stephan Hess on piano.
The Wild Rose Moon Radio Hour is a cherished cultural institution in Marshall County, bringing live music and entertainment to audiences in Plymouth and the surrounding region. The program has long served as a platform for local and regional talent, celebrating Indiana's rich musical heritage.
“We are thrilled to welcome Patti Shaffner and the Buddy Pearson Trio to the Wild Rose Moon Radio Hour stage,” said George Schricker, executive producer of the show. “Patti’s voice is something truly special, and we know our audience is going to love every moment of this performance.”
Patti and the Buddy Pearson Trio are performing on Saturday, March 28th, from 7-9 p.m. at the Wild Rose Moon Performing Arts Center, located in Historic Downtown Plymouth, Indiana. Tickets are available at wildrosemoon.com or may be purchased locally at A.S.K. for Flowers. Seating is limited. The program is recorded live and then broadcast on PBS Michiana and WVPE Public Radio.

Inherit the Wind is an American play by Jerome Lawrence and Robert Edwin Lee, which debuted in Dallas under the direction of Margo Jones in 1955. The story fictionalizes the 1925 Scopes trial as a means to discuss the then-contemporary McCarthy trials.

Written by: Robert E. Lee, Jerome Lawrence

Directed by: Adrienne Nesbitt

Join us for a “Show in a Week” experience for actors and technicians ages 8 years to 18 years. Rehearsal will be held April 6-10 with two public performances on April 11 at 2PM and 7PM. Your registration includes a show t-shirt, two free tickets to the performance, costume and prop costs, and a cast party following the April 11 performance.

Synopsis
Alexander is having a bad day. A terrible day. A horrible day. To be quite honest, it’s a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. But then, everybody has bad days, sometimes. In this delightful adaptation of her popular book, Judith Viorst sets Alexander’s rather trying life to music and brings to the stage one of America’s feistiest characters. Not only does Alexander wake up with gum in his hair, but his mother forgets to pack him dessert, and his best friend decides he’s not his best friend anymore. And if that’s not bad enough, Alexander’s brothers don’t have any cavities but—he does. And just when it can’t get any worse, there are lima beans for supper and —yuck!—kissing on TV. It is enough to make anyone want to go to Australia. Alexander’s struggles with life’s daily dramas will not only entertain but educate young audiences as they identify with Alexander and the obstacles he encounters, encouraging them to share their feelings and to realize that bad days happen—even in Australia.

Characters
Alexander
Nick
Anthony
Mother
Father
Albert Moyo
Becky
Audrey
Phillip Parker
Paul
Mrs. Dickens
Dr. Fields
Shoe Salesman
Ensemble

Tuition – $100
Financial Aid is available!

Schedule
*Please bring a lunch or snack for our midway break!

April 6, 2026
10AM-3PM Auditions/Rehearsal
3PM-6PM Tech Assignments/Training
April 7, 2026
10AM-5PM Rehearsal
3PM-6PM Tech Build
April 8, 2026
10AM-5PM Rehearsal
April 9, 2026
10AM-5PM Rehearsal
April 10, 2026
10AM-5PM Final Dress Rehearsal
April 11, 2026
1PM Students Arrive
1PM Box Office Opens
2:15PM Lobby Opens
2:30PM House Opens
3:00PM Show Begins
75m, 15m intermission
6PM Students Arrive
6PM Box Office Opens
6:15PM Lobby Opens
6:30PM Seating Begins
7PM Show Begins
75m, 15m intermission