The Muskegon Civic Theatre is set to dazzle audiences with a series of captivating productions that promise to engage and inspire. From the thought-provoking play 'Silent Sky,' which explores the astronomical contributions of women in the early 1900s, to the vibrant musical 'Godspell' depicting the life of Jesus Christ through a blend of storytelling and song, and the classic romantic comedy 'Guys and Dolls,' there's something for everyone. Join us at the Frauenthal Center for a theatrical experience that celebrates the power of storytelling and the richness of human expression.

Captivating Productions at Muskegon Civic Theatre: From Silent Sky to Guys and Dolls

Join Muskegon Civic Theatre as it embarks on a celestial journey through time and space with its captivating 2025 season lineup. From the historical intrigue of 'Silent Sky,' where the stars and personal aspirations collide, to the joyful storytelling in 'Godspell' and the classic charm of 'Guys and Dolls,' each performance promises thrilling narratives and unforgettable moments. Set against the backdrop of the Frauenthal Center in Muskegon, MI, these events bring together talented artists and imaginative storytelling to create an enriching cultural experience.

Exploring Stellar Narratives: Muskegon Civic Theatre's 2025 Season Highlights

Set In Damon Runyon's Mythical New York City, Guys And Dolls Is An Oddball Romantic Comedy. Gambler, Nathan Detroit, Tries To Find The Cash To Set Up The Biggest Craps Game In Town While The Authorities Breathe Down His Neck; Meanwhile, His Girlfriend And Nightclub Performer, Adelaide, Laments That They've Been Engaged For Fourteen Years. Nathan Turns To Fellow Gambler, Sky Masterson, For The Dough, And Sky Ends Up Chasing The Straight-Laced Missionary, Sarah Brown, As A Result. Guys And Dolls Takes Us From The Heart Of Times Square To The Cafes Of Havana, Cuba, And Even Into The Sewers Of New York City, But Eventually Everyone Ends Up Right Where They Belong.

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Guys and Dolls

Frauenthal Center

A Small Group Of People Help Jesus Christ Tell Different Parables By Using A Wide Variety Of Games, Storytelling Techniques And Hefty Doses Of Comic Timing. An Eclectic Blend Of Songs, Ranging In Style From Pop To Vaudeville, Is Employed As The Story Of Jesus' Life Dances Across The Stage. Dissolving Hauntingly Into The Last Supper And The Crucifixion, Jesus' Messages Of Kindness, Tolerance And Love Come Vibrantly To Life.

Godspell

When Henrietta Leavitt Begins Work At The Harvard Observatory In The Early 1900s, She Isn’t Allowed To Touch A Telescope Or Express An Original Idea. Instead, She Joins A Group Of Women “Computers,” Charting The Stars For A Renowned Astronomer Who Calculates Projects In “Girl Hours” And Has No Time For The Women’s Probing Theories. As Henrietta, In Her Free Time, Attempts To Measure The Light And Distance Of Stars, She Must Also Take Measure Of Her Life On Earth, Trying To Balance Her Dedication To Science With Family Obligations And The Possibility Of Love.

Silent Sky

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Patrick Barlow, Writer Of The Broadway And West End Hit The 39 Steps, Has Retold Charles Dickens’ Holiday Classic, A Christmas Carol. This Thrilling Adaptation Uses Only Five Actors To Bring Some Of Dickens' Most Beloved Characters To Life. From Scrooge And Tiny Tim To Bob Cratchit And Mrs. Fezziwig, Barlow's A Christmas Carol Uses Nothing More Than Some Simple Props, Fresh Physicality, And The Power Of Imagination To Convey This Timeless Story Of Redemption. Witness Ebenezer Scrooge's Transformation From A Stingy Miser To A Man Who Generously Celebrates The Spirit Of The Season All Year Long, In This Highly Theatrical Adaptation.

A Christmas Carol

Set In The 1930s, EPIC PROPORTIONS Tells The Story Of Two Brothers, Benny And Phil, Who Go To The Arizona Desert To Be Extras In The Huge Biblical Epic Exeunt Omnes. Things Move Very Quickly In This Riotous Comedy And Before You Know It, Phil Is Directing The Movie, And Benny Is Starring In It. To Complicate Matters Further They Both Fall In Love With Louise, The Assistant Director In Charge Of The Extras. Along The Way There Are Gladiator Battles, The Ten Plagues And A Cast Of Thousands Portrayed By Four Other Actors.

Epic Proportions

The Penguin Project Of Muskegon Civic Theatre Brings Disney's Award-Winning Movie Musical To Life! The Classic Story Tells Of Belle, A Young Woman In A Provincial Town, And The Beast, Who Is Really A Young Prince Trapped Under The Spell Of An Enchantress. If The Beast Can Learn To Love And Be Loved, The Curse Will End And He Will Be Transformed To His Former Self. But Time Is Running Out. If The Beast Does Not Learn His Lesson Soon, He And His Household Will Be Doomed For All Eternity.

Muskegon Civic Theatre

1 - 4 May, 2025

Guys and Dolls

7 - 22 Feb, 2025

Godspell

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