The Croswell Opera House in Adrian will celebrate two milestones this weekend with a concert performance of the musical “West Side Story.” This year marks the 100th birthday of composer Leonard Bernstein, who wrote the score for the classic musical. It’s also the 50th anniversary of the Croswell’s rebirth as a live theater. In the […]
Broadway actress Cassie Okenka to share stories in Thursday cabaret
In the decade and a half since she last performed at the Croswell Opera House, Cassie Okenka has appeared on an MTV reality show, toured nationally in “The Wizard of Oz” and “Wicked,” and landed roles in two Broadway shows. Now she’s returning to the theater where she acted as a teenager to share stories […]
Croswell’s ‘The Big Meal’ portrays five generations in the life of one American family
The dinner table is the setting for so many important moments in a family’s story. That’s why it’s also the setting for “The Big Meal,” a play by Dan LeFranc that opens Friday at the Croswell Opera House in Adrian. “The Big Meal” takes place in a series of restaurants over the course of several […]
Croswell announces creative teams for Summer 2018
We are pleased to announce the creative teams for the Croswell’s 2018 summer season, as well as for our September musical, Ragtime. West Side Story in Concert Director: John MacNaughton Music Director: Jonathan Sills Choreographer: Hailie Hagedorn Mamma Mia! Director: Jen Letherer Music Director: Dave Rains Assistant Director and Choreographer: Sarah Nowak Assistant Choreographer: Hailie […]
Check out the reviews of “Meet Me in St. Louis” …
Take a look at what reviewers are saying about the Croswell’s production of Meet Me in St. Louis! “Nonstop entertainment … a charming evening of music, laughter, and beautiful singing.” — Ann Holt, The Exponent “Of course, you can’t have a good Meet Me in St. Louis without a first-rate Esther, someone who can put […]
‘Mamma Mia,’ ‘West Side Story in Concert’ included in Croswell’s 2018 Broadway Season
A mix of recent Broadway hits and musical theater classics will make up the Croswell Opera House’s 2018 Broadway Season. The theater’s Broadway season begins in May and runs through December, and includes seven shows: “West Side Story in Concert” (May): This one-weekend event pays tribute to a significant moment in the Croswell’s history. In […]
Croswell’s “Meet Me in St. Louis” opens Thanksgiving weekend
A beloved classic of American cinema will come to the stage in Adrian when the Croswell Opera House presents “Meet Me in St. Louis,” opening Thanksgiving weekend. “Meet Me in St. Louis” is a story about the lives and loves of a turn-of-the-century American family on the eve of the 1904 World’s Fair. The musical […]
Announcing the cast for Godspell!
The Croswell is pleased to announce the cast for Godspell, our annual all-area high school production. The show is directed by Michael Yuen, with music direction by Dave Rains and choreography by Jessica Adams. Jesus: A.J. Howard John the Baptist: Walter Book Soloists: Hannah Buck, Cole Carrico, Rachel Cheng, Chloe Danley, Morgan Decker, Olivia Gawron, […]
Croswell to screen new film depicting the Underground Railroad
In April 1853, two groups of slaves escaped from captivity in Boone County, Kentucky. Meeting unexpectedly on the banks of the Ohio River, they began a dangerous journey along the Underground Railroad through Ohio and Michigan toward freedom in Canada. Their journey, which became known as “The Escape of the 28,” is the subject of […]
Announcing the cast for Meet Me in St. Louis!
The Croswell is pleased to announce the cast for this winter’s production of Meet Me in St. Louis. The show opens November 25 and runs through December 10. The director is Matthew Bowland, the music director is Wynne Marsh, and the choreographer is Brian Rodabaugh. Mr. Alonso Smith: Karl Kasischke Mrs. Anna Smith: Alisa Mutchler […]