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"A Seussified Christmas Carol" A whimsical reinvention of Dickens‘ most beloved Christmas story in wacky rhymed couplets, A Seussified Christmas Carol goes from zoot fruited juices and binka bird geese to Bed-Headed Fred to Timmy Loo Hoo. This tale of glorious holiday cheer is similar to something Dr. Seuss might have come up with - if he ever had his way with the story. Young People's Theatre is seeking a cast between ACT is looking for a cast of 25 to 28 young actors from the ages of 7 to 17. Monday, October 19th, 4:00 pm and Tuesday, October 20th, 4:00 pm at Walker Hall, Capitol Theatre, 415 S. Main Street. No experience needed. No need to prepare. Tentative show dates: November 20th - 21st, 7:30 pm; Sunday, November 22nd, 2:30 pm Scripts are available for 48 hours from either the ACT’s office or the K.O. Lee Aberdeen Public Library. Please note that scripts are limited and checkout is on a first come, first served basis. Download, fill out, and bring with you to auditions or email a copy to act@nvc.net Additional forms available at auditions. Roles: Narrator 1 Narrator 2 Jake Marley The Scrooge Bob Cratchit Bed-Headed Fred The Ghost of Christmas Past Boy Scrooge – non-speaking Younger Scrooge Little fan School Master School Master’s Servant Young Scrooge Belle Belle’s Husband The Ghost of Christmas Present Mrs. Cratchit Ringo – Cratchit child Sally – Cratchit child Timmy Loo Hoo Bed-Headed Fred’s Wife Sven –The Ghost of Christmas Future Ensemble

Ticketing by reserved seating only. The Box Office will open September 29 at 10:00 a.m., exclusively for ACT Subscribers. The Box Office will open to the general public on October 5th at 10:00 a.m. Show times & Dates Wednesday, October 21st at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 22nd at 7:30 p.m. Friday, October 23rd at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, October 24th at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, October 25th at 2:30 p.m. Pricing: Early Bird, Through October 9th: Adult $22, Child $12. In Advance, October 10th – October 25th: Adult $24, Child $14. At the Door, October 21st – October 25th: Adult $28, Child $18. Questions? Please email us: act@nvc.net. Synopsis: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella captures the timeless enchantment of the beloved and classic fairy tale and adorns it with charm and elegance, bringing the well-known characters to life on stage. Cinderella’s stepmother and stepsisters force her to work and clean all day, while they prepare to attend the Royal Ball. Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother helps Cinderella attend the Ball and she meets Prince Charming. A love story expressed with style and charm through Rodgers & Hammerstein’s original music and lyrics. Appropriate for all ages.

Finding Nemo Jr. An ACT Young People's Theatre Musical Box office opens to ACT Subscribers: February 10th at 10 am* Show Dates: March 4th – 8th* Explore the big, blue world with Nemo and his friends in this musical version of the beloved Pixar movie! Nemo and his dad, Marlin, live in the Great Barrier Reef, but Nemo is determined to see more of the world. When he is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin sets off to find him. The adaptation features favorite characters including Dory, Crush, and the fish tank friends. Marlin and Nemo “just keep swimming” as they overcome challenges on their way to find each other and themselves. Memorable songs help Finding Nemo Jr. bring a vibrant underwater world to life on stage for a story filled with fun, friendship and adventure. Trouble in Deadwood A Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre Box office opens to ACT Subscribers: March 17th at 10 am* Show Dates: April 7th-11th & 15th-19th* Dinner and a show, onstage in Walker Hall at the Capitol Theatre! Trouble in Deadwood is set in Deadwood, South Dakota in 1876. It’s a Wild West mystery-comedy and a “whodonit” that keeps the audience guessing! Boss Butler wants to control the town but someone doesn’t want to let that happen and is willing to commit murder to make sure it doesn’t. Was it the Widow Dawson, Sawbones the Salesman, wild woman Catastrophe Jones, or the outlaw gunslinger Black Bart? Audience members enjoy a catered meal while trying to identify the culprit before he or she rides off into the sunset. Come From Away A contemporary musical Box office opens to ACT Subscribers: May 19th* Show Dates: June 9th-14th* A critically acclaimed global sensation, Come From Away is a musical based on true events immediately following the September 11, 2001 terror attacks. When air space around the world was closed down, dozens of planes were diverted to the small town of Gander in Newfoundland. Local residents overcame language and culture differences to welcome thousands of stranded passengers from all over the world, offering them shelter, supplies, food, and comfort during an uncertain time. As 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of the attacks, ACT presents Come From Away with its message of kindness, unity, and resilience. Ron Pearson: If Family Doesn't Get You, Gravity Will! Nationally-known Comedian/Juggler Box office opens to ACT Subscribers: July 7th* Show Dates: July 29th - August 2nd* Nationally-known entertainer Ron Pearson is a triple-threat: he’s an actor/storyteller, a family-friendly comedian, and a world-renowned juggler. You may recognize him from TV appearances on shows including That ‘70s Show, The Late Late Show, and the Drew Carey Show! Whether he’s poking fun at everyday situations or revealing humor within family life, Ron can create comedy chaos out of thin air as he connects with the audience on a personal level. Fun for the whole family: Ron’s comedy is appropriate for all ages and is guaranteed to have you laughing out loud. Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella A golden-age musical, presented at the Johnson Fine Arts Center, in partnership with Northern State University Opera-Theatre Box office opens to ACT Subscribers: September 29th* Show Dates: October 21st - 25th* Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella captures the timeless enchantment of the beloved and classic fairy tale and adorns it with charm and elegance, bringing the well-known characters to life on stage. Cinderella’s stepmother and stepsisters force her to work and clean all day, while they prepare to attend the Royal Ball. Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother helps Cinderella attend the Ball and she meets Prince Charming. A love story expressed with style and charm through Rodgers & Hammerstein’s original music and lyrics. Appropriate for all ages. *Tentative dates - subject to change.

ACT's Mission is to promote quality theatrical experiences for and by the greater Aberdeen region. about us Aberdeen Community Theatre (ACT) is a community theater located in the Capitol Theatre, a renovated 1926 vaudeville/movie house on historic Main Street. The theater provides a range of opportunities for people of all ages to "GET INTO THE ACT" onstage and backstage. ACT's Young People's Theatre program offers theater skills building and enhancement for youth ages seven to seventeen. In addition to the six mainstage production a year, we strive to bring in entertaining traveling show and a variety of festivals. The Capitol Theatre was opened in January 1927 as a French art deco theater. Its marquee was lit for the first time that month and a stage performance called "The Green Hat: A Play with a Punch" was included in the opening ceremonies. This was followed by the theater's first silent film screening, "Kid Boots". The following year, the Capitol was outfitted with a Vita-Phone sound system for the popular "talkies". In the late 1980s, the Capitol Theatre began to wind down as a new duplex theater was being built in Aberdeen. The last movie to play at the Capitol was "Robocop 2" in 1990. In the early 1990s, there was a need for a permanent home for the Aberdeen Community Theatre, which had incorporated in 1980. ACT used any available theater space for their productions until moving permanently into the Capitol Theatre in 1992. The theater was converted from a movie house into a fully functional stage and movie facility. Since then, ongoing renovations and modifications have enhanced the performance space and the theater-going experience. ACT Board Board and Staff Linda Bartholomew President Joshua Bowen Vice President Kathy Stuck Treasurer Guy Trenhaile Secretary Kelly Rae Haskell Member-at-large Ann Rasmussen Member-at-large Michelle Walth Member-at-large Rory King Legal Counsel James L. Walker Artistic Director Emeritus Staff Brian T. Schultz Artistic/Managing Director Steve Caywood ACT Technical Director Teresa Levsen Community Relations Claire Vetter Education Coordinator Zach C. Lopez Technical Assistant/Facility Coordinator Severin French Graphic Designer/Box Office Manager GET IN TOUCH We'd love to hear from you Email Us Call Us Facebook Us Contact Us

The Capitol Theatre is a beloved venue located in Aberdeen, South Dakota that serves as the home of Aberdeen Community Theatre (ACT). As the only non-profit live community theatre in the city, ACT has been providing high-quality entertainment to local audiences for over 40 years. Aberdeen Community Theatre presents its 46th season in 2026 Aberdeen Community Theatre's (ACT) mission is to promote quality theatrical experiences for and by the greater Aberdeen region. We aim to introduce everyone, from youth to senior citizens, to all aspects of quality theater arts - both onstage, backstage, and behind-the-scenes. Our goal is to enhance the lives of our community members and support economic development in the region. To achieve this mission, ACT locally produces and presents live theatrical productions, sponsors touring productions and special events, and offers theater classes and workshops for adults and children. By providing these opportunities, we strive to engage and enrich the lives of all members of our community. Thank you for your patience while we continue to update our website. BUY TICKETS NOW 1 2 3 4 5

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