I was looking back at my previous blog posts– all critically acclaimed and widely read (in my imagination) – trying to find some brilliant passage to reference or call back for this, my final QCT blog post. I’ll share an observation about QCT from my very first blog post: “…it is at QCT that the … Continued
As a kid, it was a dream of mine to direct The Music Man. In fact, “for fun,” I created a poster, scenic designs, and even a rehearsal schedule. And here’s the thing…. I still have them! I just pulled out the file folder and looked through it.
For our June 2023 Volunteer Spotlight, QCT spoke with Lily, Caleigh and Abby Twaddle – three sisters who have been involved in QCT activities for several years! Currently, Lily is portraying Helena in A Midsummer Night’s Dream and her two sisters, Caleigh and Abby, are members of The Music Man cast! Previously, Caleigh appeared in … Continued
The Music Man makes its return to Quincy Community Theatre this summer with 44 cast members transporting audiences to River City, Iowa at the turn of the 20th century! THE MUSIC MAN follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ … Continued
Dear QCT Community, It is with sadness and gratitude that I announce that Brendan Shea, QCT’s Head of Education and Director of Student Theatre, will be departing Quincy Community Theatre effective August 15, 2023. Over the last three years, Brendan has made a lasting impression in the lives of so many children and young adults, … Continued
In his book The Great Good Place, Ray Oldenburg defines the social theory surrounding the third place. Oldenburg called your home and the people you live with your “first place.” Your workplace, where most people spend most of their time, is your “second place.” Your “third place” is the anchor of your community life. Oldenburg … Continued
Shakespeare – with a twist – is coming to Quincy Community Theatre this summer! We are thrilled to share the cast for our upcoming Student Lab Theatre production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream! The production will mark the fourth production in QCT’s historic 100th anniversary season. “The course of true love never did run smooth” … Continued
For our May 2023 Volunteer Spotlight, QCT discussed A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Bailey McNamar. Bailey has been involved at QCT in very critical behind-the-scenes roles from spotlight operator in Chicago to her current role as Stage Manager in A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Bailey has also served as Tour Manager for our traveling student theatre show, … Continued
For our April 2023 Volunteer Spotlight, QCT discussed RENT with Jordan Achibald/Elektra Lite (pronouns: they/them). Jordan makes a triumphant return to Quincy Community Theatre, having previously appeared in Wanda’s World and Camelot. Jordan is also a popular drag performer, Elektra Lite. We are excited to share some of Jordan’s story and experiences with you. Question: … Continued
“No legacy is so rich as honesty.” An important lesson for a human being at any stage of development, and I can distinctly remember hearing some variation of this—honesty is the best policy—at an early age. As you can probably guess from the title of this blog post, that quote above is from Shakespeare’s play … Continued
A hundred years. Why RENT? Quincy Community Theatre was founded on the principle to offer “plays of the highest standard.” I am so proud that, 100 years later, that mindset remains. As the Artistic Director, a principal responsibility of mine is to select the titles that the organization will produce. I review a plethora of … Continued
For our March 2023 Volunteer Spotlight, QCT spoke with longtime patrons and volunteers Michele and Brian Clarke! Parents to QCT’s very own Assistant Technical Director Harrison Clarke, Michele and Brian have supported QCT for over two decades! You can often find Michele working in the Box Office and Brian working in technical/behind-the-scenes roles. QCT: How … Continued
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