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2023-2024 Season Tickets
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WRCT MAINSTAGE #1
"Blithe Spirit"
October 6, 7, 12, 13, &14 at 7:00 PM;
October 14 at 2PM (Matinee)
PLAY SYNOPSIS: Blithe Spirit is set at the house of writer Charles Condomine and his wife, Ruth. One evening, Charles invites local eccentric medium, Madame Arcati, to hold a seance at his house. He asks along his friends, Dr. and Mrs. Bradman, with the intent of finding character inspiration from Madame Arcati for his latest book. Despite initially thinking the seance has been a failure, it soon becomes clear that Madame Arcati has unwittingly brought back Charles’ first wife, Elvira, to haunt him. Once in his house, Elvira is unable to leave and, as she cannot be seen or heard by Ruth, she causes all kinds of mischievous trouble between the married couple. When Elvira unwittingly causes Ruth’s death in her attempts to bring Charles over to be with her, Charles becomes haunted by both of his now-deceased wives. Frustrated by their odd situation, the threesome call on Madame Arcati once more to send Elvira and Ruth back to the other side. Intensely funny and character-driven, Blithe Spirit combines farce, emotion, and wit to great effect.
If you like the CBS sitcom "Ghosts" you will love Blithe Spirit. Great fun for the fall!
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WRCT is committed to providing productions that captivate audiences. We strive to maintain affordable ticket prices, making live theatre accessible to our entire community.
WRCT is run by one full-time staff member, our Board of Directors, key lead volunteer positions, and our numerous loyal core volunteers and participants. This means we have the luxury and resources available to provide full training and on-boarding for beginners. We work alongside you, supporting whatever you need, so you never feel overwhelmed. You are encouraged to step forward to tackle something you are interested in, without already having experience.
An Actor Prepares
Auditions are open for all! Experienced actors are regularly joined on the WRCT stage by those who have never performed before.
Backstage Techies
No show is possible without those working behind the curtain. Try your hand at lighting, sound, or set design. Or contribute to costumes, hair,
make-up, and props.
Our Very Own Venue
Owning our own theatre affords us many opportunities but it also includes massive upkeep. Help with set-up, general cleaning, and maintenance is always appreciated.
Final Notes
Directors are needed at the helm of every show. We support directors to choose their own material and encourage submissions to our
MainStage season.
Cast Camaraderie
"I enjoy so many aspects of being involved in WRCT! From acting to working the concessions area! I love working with these people!"
-Deb Ciszewski
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WRCT is a nonprofit organization dependent on contributions, sponsorships, and grants. The proceeds from ticket sales cover only a small portion of our expenses, which means we rely on the generosity of our patrons to continue bringing quality, live theatre to the Wisconsin Rapids area.
You can help us in a variety of ways.
We would certainly appreciate a monetary contribution to the general overhead of WRCT.
You can also specify how your donation should be used toward the costs of our facilities, productions, or specific items.
CONTRIBUTE
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$5-24 Provides a specialized prop
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$25-49 Provides a costume
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$50-100 Runs lighting for 1 show
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$101-499 Purchases the rights to a single night's performance
$501-$1,000 Builds, paints, and decorates a set
SPONSORSHIPS
Your business can be proud to support a nonprofit, art organization in your community. WRCT offers many sponsorship levels. Contributing with an ad in our program guarantees thousands of new eyes for your
business or as a commemoration in memory of a loved one.
DONATE GOODS
Spring cleaning or down-sizing? WRCT is always looking for new items. We have room for furniture, vintage clothing, and vintage decor that are in good shape, particularly things from a different era.
For donations, call 715-421-0435 during our business hours.
WRCT WISH LIST
Hearing Assist Devices:
$50
Pulley System:
$350-$1,000
LED theatre lighting:
$200-1,000+
Smart/moving lights:
$1,500-3,000+
Motorized Curtain pulley:
$3,000-$5,000+
Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre
220 3rd Avenue South, Suite #6
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495
715-421-0435
Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday
10:00 am-2:00 pm
or by appointment