Shelby County Community Theatre
Creating Opportunities for Participation in the Arts
From inspiring performances to engaging classes, Shelby County Community Theatre entertains, educates, and brings our community together through the arts.
SCCT is Hiring!
Administrative Assistant
$16 - $17.50/hour
Join our creative non-profit theatre team! SCCT seeks a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support office operations and assist the Executive director and Board Treasurer. This restructured part-time position is designed to strengthen digital systems, improve reporting processes, and support efficient organizational operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, technologically proficient, and comfortable working with financial data in a collaborative non-profit environment.
Click HERE to access the full job description.
To apply, send you resume and brief letter of interest to : execdirector@shelbytheatre.org.
Upcoming Productions
-
Peter Pan
This superb non-musical adaptation captures all the magic and charm of everyone’s favorite story. The Darling children love to hear of Peter Pan’s adventures during his visits through the open window of the nursery. Then one night, Peter Pan and Tinker Bell whisk the children off to Neverland to be part of the adventures. This youth production is performed by actors aged 7-14.
Tickets are available now for Flex Pass holders and on February 12, 2026 for the general public.
Directed by Emily Kees
-
Uncle Vanya
Uncle Vanya, written by renowned Russian playwright Anton Chekhov in 1899, is a masterpiece of modern drama. Set in a rural Russian estate, the play follows a group of characters as they grapple with their feelings of dissatisfaction and unfulfilled dreams. Through the use of masterful dialogue and subtle humor, Chekhov showcases the human condition in all its complexity.
Tickets are available now for Flex Pass holders and on March 20, 2026 for the general public.
Directed by Dr. Jack Wann
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
-
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.
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 Nally
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.