Lincoln East High School Theatre

Tickets for A Midsummer Night’s Dream (April 9th and 10th at 7:00 pm) and The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon (April 16th and 17th at 7:00 pm) are on sale now! Get your tickets at the link in the bio!

Get your Cabaret tickets soon, as they’re selling fast! THURSDAY is sold out, but there are still seats on Friday and both shows Saturday!

New this year: Flower bouquets and Fan Mail are both being offered for pre-sale, to be given to a performer of your choice with a personalized message. Bouquets are $7 and Fan Mail is $2.

Links for both tickets and bouquet/fan mail sales can be found in our bio!

Peter and the Starcatcher sailed all the way to State and dropped anchor with a 3rd place finish! This production reminded us that home isn’t just a place; it’s the people who show up, believe in you, and help you find your way when the waters get rough.

Endless thanks to our Theatre Boosters for organizing fan mail and goody bags that made our students feel so loved, and to Jill Swank, who spearheaded fundraising for goody bags, cast and crew dinners, and our State t-shirts—your work wrapped our kids in care. Thank you to our parents and community for your generous donations, your trust, and a send-off to State that reminded our students just how supported they are.

We are deeply grateful to Elle Barts, Nick Herink, Melissa Walburn, Max Apel, Jack Welstead, and Zach Johannes for the time, coaching, and thoughtful feedback you shared with our cast and crew. Your voices helped sharpen the storytelling and elevate the work. And to our cast and crew—thank you for the countless hours, the problem-solving, the persistence, and the joy you poured into this show. Your dedication made the magic possible.

We are proud to celebrate individual honors as well. Claire Rooney, Myles Hardt, Gavin Foust, Washburn Hoffman, Hayden Mitchell, Ava Swank, Wade Combs, and Alister Murtagh received Outstanding Acting Awards at State. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition.

A special shoutout to our one act seniors, who helped build the program we are so proud of today: Elizabeth Elitzin (2 years), Gavin Foust (1 year), Myles Hart (3 years), Liv Janagin (1 year), Mindy Lierz (3 years), Ethan Phan (3 years), Claire Rooney (4 years), Cinae Schneider (4 years), Mimi Strong (4 years), Ava Swank (3 years), Cora Tinsley (2 years), Jordan Uglow (1 year), and Jerrica Zhang (4 years). We simply could not have built the legacy we hope to maintain without them. Your leadership shaped this team and set the standard for those who follow.

We will miss Peter and the Starcatcher—the laughter, adventure, and the reminder that family is found, forged, and fiercely held. As we say goodbye to this chapter, we hold onto the truth at the heart of the show:

“It’s supposed to hurt! That’s how you know it meant something.”

And it meant so much. 💙⚓✨

Congrats to the cast and crew of this year’s one act, Peter and the Starcatcher, for punching their ticket to State! They were named the A-1 runners-up and the following students were awarded outstanding acting honors: Wade Combs, Sloan Donahoo, Gavin Foust, Winter Guardiola, Myles Hardt, Washburn Hoffman, Hayden Mitchell, Ethan Phan, Claire Rooney, Ava Swank. Join us in congratulating the team and donate to the booster’ fund posted if you can! The kids will be traveling to Norfolk Thursday evening and performing at 8:30 am on Friday. Go Sparts! 💫💙

Tickets are on sale now for our first show of the year, Clue On Stage: High School Edition. Come see the show Saturday, August 16th at 2:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. Get your tickets here: https://easthightheatre.seatyourself.biz

Tickets now on sale for Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery and Alice in Wonderland!

Baskerville is a two-act mainstage show directed by Max Apel and Jack Welstead. Written by Ken Ludwig, Baskerville puts a comedic twist on the mystery of the Baskerville hound with a hilarious cast of characters. Get your tickets today! Shows Thursday April 10th at 7:00 pm, Friday April 11th at 7:00 pm and Saturday April 12th at 2:00 pm.

Alice in Wonderland is a one-act Blackbox show directed by Ella Halvorsen. Watch as Alice tumbles down the rabbit hole and encounters everyone from Cheshire Cat to the Queen of Hearts. There will be two shows Wednesday April 16th at 5:30 and 7:00.

https://easthightheatre.seatyourself.biz

Thursday and Friday’s shows are SOLD OUT, but there are still a few seats left on Saturday. We can’t wait for you to see what we’ve been working on!

If you know a member of the Epic Productions one act team, congratulate them on an epic showing at yesterday’s A-1 district competition! Judges awarded us first place, recognized every single actor with an acting award, and recognized Jack Welstead as one of the two outstanding actors for the day!

Thank you to all of the competing teams for a great day of theatre and break a leg at state, Malcolm! We loved watching your show.

We are headed to state in Norfolk on Friday, with a performance time of 5:15. More information on travel to come. If you see a cast or crew member, CONGRATULATE them on their win. The work they have put into this show and the rallying they have done as a team is truly commendable.

We were thrilled to join Taryn Vanderford 1011 NOW! Thank you for inviting us to share about our show!

"Hadestown: Teen Edition" on stage at Lincoln East this week 10/11 First at Four

This show is one that won’t soon be forgotten. Thank you to the many who came out to join us at Hadestown. ❤️❤️

The train to Hadestown is loading up! Come join us this weekend-Thursday and Friday at 7 pm, and Saturday at 2 pm. Tickets are available at the door or in advance through the theater website!