Shelby County Community Theatre

Creating Opportunities in the Arts for All

From inspiring performances to engaging classes, Shelby County Community Theatre entertains, educates, and brings our community together through the arts.

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Upcoming Productions

Upcoming Productions

  • Sketch of Edgar Allan Poe's face with the title "Murder by Poe" and a drawing of a building in the background.

    Murder by Poe

    October 24-November 2, 2025

    Upstairs at 801 Production

     MURDER BY POE is a theatrical reimagining of some of Edgar Allan Poe’s most famous tales of terror. It's a dark and dreadful night. A woman in white is lost in the woods and the only shelter is a house full of murderers and characters from Poe's classic works. As each haunted figure tells a story of crime and mayhem, the woman must solve the puzzle of the house and the riddle of the man who ushers her into its mysteries.

    Directed by Nathan Milliner

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    Murder by Poe contains unsettling imagery and complex psychological themes and is not recommended for younger audiences.

  • White Christmas December 4–14, 2025  White Christmas is a musical based on the Paramount Pictures 1954 film of the same name. It revolves around two buddies, Bob Wallace and Phil Davis. After World War II, they become a popular song-and-dance duo and

    White Christmas

    December 4–14, 2025

    Mainstage Production

    White Christmas is a musical based on the Paramount Pictures 1954 film of the same name. It revolves around two buddies, Bob Wallace and Phil Davis. After World War II, they become a popular song-and-dance duo and they decide to help their former commanding general by putting on a show at his struggling Vermont inn. Along the way, they meet two talented sisters, Betty and Judy Haynes, and love blossoms during the holiday season. White Christmas is a festive celebration of romance, friendship and the magic of Christmas.

    Tickets are available now for Flex Pass holders and on November 13, 2025 for the general public.

    Directed by Jennifer Starr

  • John Lennon and Me

    January 30–February 8, 2026

    John Lennon and Me is a play centered around Star, a teenage cystic fibrosis patient and Beatles fan who is admitted to a residence for youth with chronic illnesses. The play explores themes of life, death, power, first loves, and Star's journey of self-discovery as she confronts her fate through imagination and therapy. This youth production is performed by actors aged 12-17.

    Tickets are available now for Flex Pass holders and on January 9, 2026 for the general public.

    Directed by Michael Troy Shell

Welcome to your community theatre

For nearly fifty years, Shelby County Community Theatre has been a home for creativity, connection, and the magic of live performance. Whether you’re here to enjoy a show, enroll in a class, lend a hand behind the scenes, or become a sponsor, your presence plays a vital role in bringing theatre to life in the heart of Shelbyville.

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Classes, Camps & Workshops

From budding performers to seasoned storytellers, our classes and camps nurture creativity, confidence, and collaboration. Taught by experienced instructors, our programs include youth theatre intensives, adult acting classes, and seasonal camps that keep imaginations active year-round.

Whether you’re on stage for the first time or looking to sharpen your skills, we have a place for you.

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A comedy show with a performer on stage and a seated audience in a small theater with brick walls and wooden ceiling beams.

Upcoming Classes & Workshops

  • Adult Acting Class

    Wednesdays from January 7 to February 11, 2026, at 7 PM

    A 6-week course in acting that will meet on Wednesdays from 7–9 PM. The course will challenge actors ages 18 and up of all levels of experience. Character conferences with instructor Dr. Jack Wann is included. A showcase of prepared scenes and monologues will be presented at the conclusion of the session on February 13.

    Tuition: $150 per student

  • Master Class in Audition Prep for Musicals

    March 28, 2026 from 1-4 PM

    Participants (ages 16 and up) in this class will get the opportunity to practice audition monologues and songs, find new and appropriate materials for auditions, and learn new strategies and techniques for auditioning confidently and impressively. Join us for this session and leave feeling informed, confident, and encouraged! This 3-hour class (1:00-4:00 pm) is taught by Elizabeth Huling.

    Tuition: $50 per student

  • Spring Break 2026 Youth Acting Camp (Ages 7-10)

    March 30–April 3, 2026 from 9 AM–12 PM daily

    During this week-long camp, led by Emily Kees, students will experience the entire process of preparing and performing a 30-minute Musical! More experienced students may be able to perform several roles, while beginning actors will focus on one or two roles they can really dive into! We will learn and develop our basic theatre skillset, and work to improve! With a balance of fun drama games and substantial character work, every student, regardless of where they are in their theatre journey, will be able to grow their skills and confidence! Students will perform their production at the end of the week. Spaces are limited, register your budding young actor soon!

    Tuition: $150 per student

Get involved

It takes a village to raise a curtain. From ushers and set builders to actors and committee members, volunteers are the heartbeat of SCCT.

We also hold open auditions throughout the year for our mainstage productions—no experience necessary, just a passion for theatre.

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Our sponsors

We are proud to partner with local businesses, organizations, and individuals who believe in the transformative power of live theatre. These sponsors help us inspire audiences, educate young performers, and continue the work of building a more creative community.

Mainstage Champion Sponsor

Mainstage Partner Sponsor

Tom, Pam, and Tyler McGinnis

Mainstage Supporter Sponsors

Bell House Restaurant

City of Shelbyville

German American Bank

Heritage Farm

It’s Convenient Food Mart

Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance

John and Betty Motts

Pediatric Dentistry of Shelbyville

Shelbyville Pharmacy

Thomas Law Offices

Artist’s Circle Sponsors

Molly and Montas Allen

Berkley Oliver Law Offices

Doug Butler and Jamie Jarboe

Edwards Moving & Rigging

Clint Gill and Sacha Powers

LTC (R) and Mrs. Keith Gramig

Hardee’s

Independence Bank

Dan and Debbie Ison

Dr. Taunya and Brian Jasper

Wayne Karem

Karem Dental & Aesthetics

Ray Leathers and Susan Nalley

Stock Yards Bank

Studio Kremer Architects

University of Louisville Hospital - Shelbyville

The UPS Store - Shelbyville

Brig. Gen. R. R. Van Stockum

Sally and Alan Zaring

Become a sponsor

Supporting SCCT is an investment in the spirit of our community and provides valuable marketing opportunities for your business or organization.

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