Written by Director of Education Brendan Shea Percy Jackson & the Olympians is having a moment. What started as a five-part series of novels for young adults has exploded into several spin-off book series, a popular Disney+ show, a Broadway musical and several Hollywood movies (though real fans would rather pretend the movies don’t exist). There are tomes of fan art … Continued

Quinton is a high schooler with a big love for theatre and an even bigger willingness to jump in wherever he’s needed. Onstage this season, you’ll see him in THE LIGHTNING THIEF as Luke, and he’s also serving as the alternate for Grover. QCT audiences may also recognize Quinton from THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH (Ensemble) and … Continued

What is FOREVER PLAID, and why has it become such a beloved musical?    Ethan: FOREVER PLAID is the story of a quartet who tragically passed away in a car accident while they were on their way to cut their first album. Now, they are back from the beyond to grace our ears with their signature sound, fulfilling … Continued

Join us in welcoming our newest staff members: Casey Mercurio, Volunteer & Fundraising Coordinator, and Kristie Bradshaw, Production Associate. Get a glimpse of the energy and ideas they’re bringing to the team in this staff Q&A! 1. What excites you most about stepping into this role? Casey – Working with people who want to volunteer their … Continued

Written by Executive Director, Burgundy Hill Sometimes, community theatre gets a bad rap. It can carry a connotation of low quality and bad art, both of which couldn’t be further from the truth. The term itself is simply a designation in the theatre industry that means reliance on volunteers rather than professionals. It doesn’t reflect … Continued

Taking the mainstage February 20-22 & 26-March 1, THE LIGHTNING THIEF launches audiences into a rock-fueled quest adapted for the stage from Rick Riordan’s bestselling novel. When Percy Jackson learns he’s the son of Poseidon, he’s pulled into a world of gods, monsters, and quests that put both his courage and identity to the test. … Continued

QCT brings the beloved musical revue FOREVER PLAID to the newly named Black Box theatre February 6-8, delivering a smooth, funny, harmony-driven throwback to the golden age of 1950s vocal groups. Part satire, part love letter, the show follows four earnest singers who are given one last chance to perform the concert they never got … Continued

We’re shining our December Spotlight on Melissa Griswold and Justin Twaddle, two longtime volunteers who will join the QCT Board of Directors in 2026. Both have worn a variety of hats over the years—onstage, backstage, and behind the scenes—bringing their time, talent, and steady commitment to the organization. As they prepare to step into new … Continued

This month's Spotlight Volunteer is no stranger to the stage! Having performed for the first time at age five, Marion Dye has been actively involved in theatre for nearly her entire life. She is a second generation Theatre Practitioner, and she enjoys all aspects of theatre including performing, directing, writing as well as working back … Continued

Our season announcement is always one of my favorite events of the year. We finally share months of hard work and showcase the roadmap of the year ahead. However, like any good show, the event fails to capture what happens behind the scenes to pull it together.  I often get asked how we select shows. … Continued

Quincy Community Theatre is delighted to announce the cast of INTO THE WOODS, Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s spellbinding musical that intertwines beloved fairy tales with real-world lessons of love, loss, and consequence. Performances take place December 4–7 and 11–14, inviting audiences to venture “into the woods and out of the woods” for an unforgettable … Continued