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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The Lion in Winter
September 19–28, 2025
Mainstage Production
It’s Christmas 1183, and King Henry II is planning to announce his successor to the throne. The jockeying for the crown, though, is complex. Henry has three sons and wants his boy, Prince John, to take over. Henry’s wife, Queen Eleanor, has other ideas. She believes their son, Prince Richard, should be King. As the family and various schemers gather for the holiday, each tries to make the indecisive King choose his or her option.
Directed by Clint Gill
Because of intense mature themes and language, this play is recommended for ages 16 and up.
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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
Presale tickets are available now for Flex Pass Holders and tickets will be available on October 3 for the general public.
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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
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
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.