
Frozen JR. ~ From the Director's Chair
In the November edition of the Director’s Chair, we are talking with Courtney Casteel, who is directing her 4th production with KVTA. We’ll talk about how Courtney first got started directing, some of the challenges she’s experienced putting shows together, and about her latest KVTA’s Young Peoples Theatre production, Frozen JR. Courtney, please tell us a little about yourself. I was born and raised in Bourbonnais. I am currently serving as the President of KVTA, and have bee

Almost have time to be in a production? Consider auditioning for "Almost, Maine"!
It can be said of pretty much anyone, but if there’s one thing most theatre people have in common, it’s lack of time. Whether it be due to school, work, family, or other responsibilities, one’s involvement in theatre often comes down to deciding what you have to sacrifice. Rehearsals, especially for productions that include vocals and dance numbers, can take up a significant amount of rehearsal time. Sometimes, that commitment is just too much… And represents a barrier to ent