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.
Upcoming Productions
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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
All performances of Murder by Poe are currently sold out. Click on “Get Tickets” below to add your name to the wait list.
Murder by Poe contains unsettling imagery and complex psychological themes and is not recommended for younger audiences.
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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
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John Lennon and Me
January 30–February 8, 2026
Upstairs at 801 Production
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.
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.
Upcoming Classes & Workshops
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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
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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
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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.
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.