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Bringing live theater to the heart of Bastrop since 1889. Join us for a season of stories that move and inspire.

People dressed in theatrical costumes and masks surrounding a man with a towel over his head, who is holding a piece of cloth to his face in a dramatic scene.
A woman dressed as a witch on stage, wearing a black hat and cape, with green face paint, red lipstick, and long dark hair. She appears to be performing, with a colorful green and blue background behind her.
A group of women at a Christmas celebration, with one elderly woman holding a festive sign that says 'Champaign Parish Christmas Festival' featuring a dog wearing a Santa hat. Other women are dressed in colorful, festive attire, and the background is
A person dressed as Willy Wonka holding a yellow golden ticket with the Willy Wonka logo, wearing a purple coat and a brown top hat, with a colorful background.
Actors dressed as pirates on stage, with one in a large hat shaking hands with another, while others watch.
A man and a woman at a celebration, with the man touching the woman's chin, and a gift box in front of the woman, while two women are singing on a stage in the background.
A group of actors in costumes on stage, portraying characters from the Addams Family.
Two actors performing on stage, one with a cane and a purple and black shirt, the other with black curly hair, red lipstick, and a colorful floral robe, holding a martini glass, in front of a set with a window design.
A woman with curly hair holding a wooden hammer on her shoulder, with a serious expression, in a dimly lit environment with red lighting.
A theatrical scene with a woman in costume holding a plunger above her head, surrounded by actors with raised hands, set on a stage with dark background.
A performer dressed as a burglar or thief with a cigarette in their mouth, standing next to a bomb prop with lit candles and colorful buttons.
Man and woman in a close, intense moment indoors, woman looking distressed, man wearing glasses and a bow tie, holding her shoulders.
An elderly woman with glasses and gray hair reading a magazine while sitting on a couch. In the background, a hairstylist is working on a customer's hair in a salon setting.
Theatrical performance with actors portraying protesters and police. Protesters hold signs and appear distressed, while police in tactical gear stand at the front.
A man in glasses, a beige trench coat, and a striped tie talking on a yellow rotary phone, with a woman in black in the foreground and a table with various items, in a room with colorful walls.
A woman dressed as a nun holding a newspaper with the headline "The Real World" and photos of musicians Nina D. and Chris M. McCarthy, with an excited expression.
A comedic scene with five people in a room. Four are peeking out from behind an open door, looking surprised or curious. One man stands outside, gesturing while talking to another man near the door, who is listening.
Two actors face each other on stage with a starry night and full moon backdrop, engaging in a playful fight or confrontation, with other performers laughing and watching in the background.
An elderly woman in a black graduation gown passionately speaking or singing, holding a piece of paper in her hand, with a man in a brown suit and glasses standing behind her. In the background, there are gold-framed portraits and ornate curtains.
Three actors in costume performing in a theatrical play, with a woman in the center wearing a striped headscarf and fake mustache, slightly looking to the side with a dramatic expression, flanked by two individuals in historical military and peasant
A man in a green sweater is sitting at a kitchen table, smiling and holding a colorful playbill titled 'The Drowsy Chaperone'. A teapot is on the table, along with a mug and a floral-colored cup. The background shows yellow cabinets and framed pictur
Young woman in a floral apron having an emotional conversation with two older women in a cozy kitchen setting.
A theatrical scene featuring four actors on stage with a green background. One actor dressed as Frankenstein's monster is seated on a wooden contraption, with two women and a man in a white lab coat engaging in conversation around him.
An elderly woman with white hair, wearing a gold headwrap, black and gold dress, and gold gloves, sitting on a red velvet sofa with wooden trim. A man with gray hair and a beard is in the background, adjusting a large oval mirror on the wall. The sce
A young girl with glasses and long curly hair looks serious, holding a doll and a brown paper bag, in a room with photos hanging on a string in the background.
Two young actors perform on stage in a play, with a starry night background and other cast members holding star-shaped props in the background.
A group of people dressed in historical clothing standing in a line with their hands over their chests, likely performing a scene from a play or re-enactment on a stage with a wooden backdrop.
Two women performing on stage, one dressed in a black velvet dress and the other in a black-and-white striped shirt, with the striped-shirt woman appearing distressed as she is chained to a set piece resembling a brick wall, while the woman in black
A man wearing glasses, a red cap, and a blue shirt is sitting at a desk with a surprised expression. On the desk, there is a large, green, fish-shaped puppet with an open mouth and big eyes, a black telephone, a roll of paper on a machine, and a whit
A man with a beard and intense expression lettering at a typewriter with a woman sitting in the background.
Four actors in theatrical costumes on stage in front of red curtains, with one wearing a green Frankenstein mask and others dressed in formal or costume attire.
A theatrical stage scene with women dressed as bunnies and a woman in a pink dress in front, all performing a musical or dance routine.
A woman with curly black hair, smiling while standing on stage with a group of women dressed as nuns in silver costumes with veils, clapping in the background.
A woman with short brown hair holding a doll with curly blond hair, wearing a white dress. A man with dark hair and a serious expression stands behind her in a room with a green wall and an old refrigerator.
A stage scene with seven women gathered around a young girl sitting at a table, who appears distressed. The room has patterned wallpaper, wooden wall paneling, and various items like hangers and bags in the background.
A man with dark hair and a woman with short hair are standing near an old refrigerator in a cozy kitchen. The man is leaning on the refrigerator with a contemplative expression, wearing a light-colored short-sleeve shirt. The woman is leaning against
Three women in costume perform on stage, with a backdrop of wooden set pieces resembling a rustic kitchen. The woman in the center is animated, with arms raised and an expressive face, while the other two women hold brooms and appear to be listening.
Two actors perform on stage, one man and one young boy, with expressive surprised and playful expressions. The background features colorful, animated scenery with bubbles in the foreground.

Next up on stage

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2025 Rockin’ Holiday Revue
Dec 5
2025 Rockin’ Holiday Revue

A festive and fast-paced celebration of holiday favorites with a rockin’ twist and local talent center stage.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Feb 6
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

A hilarious and heartwarming musical about six quirky kids competing for glory—and maybe a little self-discovery.

Lost In Yonkers
Mar 3
Lost In Yonkers

A moving, coming-of-age story about two brothers navigating family, grief, and growing up in 1940s New York.

Rent
Apr 10
Rent

An iconic rock musical exploring love, loss, and chosen family in the face of adversity.

Puffs
May 22
Puffs

A fast, funny, and heartfelt retelling of seven magical years—through the eyes of the underdog house.

Anything Goes
Jul 17
Anything Goes

A madcap musical comedy on the high seas filled with romance, mistaken identities, and timeless Cole Porter songs.

Disney’s Newsies
Sep 4
Disney’s Newsies

An electrifying musical inspired by the real-life newsboys’ strike, full of energy, heart, and defiant spirit.

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Two actors performing on stage, one boy with a playful expression and the other adult man with glasses and a cap, both in vintage costumes.
Two young actors in costume on a stage, with one looking directly at the camera with a concerned expression, and the other looking away, blurred in the background.

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