ALL PRODUCTIONS
On Stage
From timeless classics to fresh favorites, the Limelight Theatre offers year-round entertainment on two separate stages, the McDonald MainStage & Matuza Blackbox, where we continuously strive toward making an artistic impact and difference on our Community.
Show Schedule
The Sound of Music
A personal tale of growth and hope, The Sound of Music tells the tale of young postulant Maria Rainer, whose free spirit has trouble fitting into the rules and regulations of Nonnberg Abbey. Commissioned by the Mother Abbess to serve as the governess for seven motherless children, Maria transforms the Von Trapp family home from a place of dour rules and regulations to one filled with joy, laughter and music. But their happiness is soon challenged by something far more sinister at play…
THIS SHOW IS RATED G
Catch Me If You Can
Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can follows Frank Abagnale, Jr., a troubled teen who runs away from home to live a life of adventure. Successfully posing as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer, Frank's lies catch the attention of FBI agent, Carl Hanratty, where he relentlessly pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.
THIS SHOW IS RATED PG-13
Danny Johnson - Stand Up Comedy Live!
As seen on his Dry Bar Comedy Special (toured with Howie Mandel last year, NateLand Live).
Danny Johnson has been quietly annoyed by everything for over 20 years. His face registers it before he says a word, and the crowd is already with him before he even speaks. When everything in this chaotic world is coming at you from all directions 24/7, Danny gives you permission to stop, breathe, and laugh until your cheeks hurt and the tears are running. Uncomfortably accurate observational humor about the minutia of everyday life that everyone notices but nobody talks about. An hour with Danny feels like running into an old friend who says everything you've been thinking. He's the exhale you've been holding in all week. And somehow, not a single curse word. You'll drive home lighter than you arrived and already texting someone: “You HAVE to see this guy!”
THIS EVENT IS RATED PG-13
To Kill A Mockingbird
Based off of the classic novel by Harper Lee, To Kill a Mockingbird is a coming-of-age story set in 1930s Alabama. It follows young Scout Finch and her father Atticus Finch, who defends Tom Robinson, a Black man falsely accused of assaulting a white woman, exposing the children to the town's deep-seated racism, whilst also learning empathy through their mysterious neighbor, Boo Radley.
THIS SHOW IS RATED PG
A Christmas Carol - The Musical
Ebenezer Scrooge is a prosperous curmudgeonwho believes that personal wealth is far more valuable than the happiness and comfort ofothers. With an infuriated "Bah! Humbug!" Scrooge summates his feelings of Christmas tidings and charitable giving, but he's forced to face his selfish ways when three ghosts on Christmas Eve lead him through his Past, Present and Future. Thanks to their guidance, Scroogerecognizes his faults and greets Christmas morning with a cheerful "Happy Christmas" before spending the day reconnecting and sharinglove with those that mean the most to him.
THIS SHOW IS RATED G
Bonnie & Clyde
At the height of the Great Depression, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow went from two small-town nobodies in West Texas toAmerica's most renowned folk heroes. Their bold and reckless behavior turns the young lovers' thrilling adventure into a downward spiral, putting themselves and their loved ones in trouble with the law. Forced to stay on the run, the lovers resort to robbery and murder to survive. As the infamous duo's fame grows bigger, their inevitable end draws nearer.
THIS SHOW IS RATED R
Matilda
The daughter of abusive parents, Matilda finds refuge in library books, which she reads quickly and in creating her own stories. Things are no better at school, where Matilda also must face a tyrannical and cruel headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, but luckily finds companionship in her teacher, Miss Honey. Brave little Matilda knows she has to stand up against the adults in her world, and in doing so, discovers her own remarkable powers.
THIS SHOW IS RATED PG
Dreamgirls
Inspired by Motown and R&B legends of the 1960s-70s, Dreamgirls follows the rising stardom of the Dreamettes, an all-girl singing trio from Chicago. The three best friends - Effie White, Deena Jones and Lorrell Robinson - team up with driven, demanding manager Curtis Taylor, who is determined to see their stardom rise . As their careers begin to take off, changes are made to ensure their mass appeal to the pop market. Egos are bruised, tempers flare, and hearts are broken in pursuit of success. Featuring many iconic classic songs, Dreamgirls is a love letter to American R&B music and the artists that make music great.
THIS SHOW IS RATED PG-13
Willy Wonka Jr. (Education Production)
Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is a high-energy, family-friendly musical that brings the magic of the chocolate factory to life. Charlie Bucket wins a golden ticket and joins four other children on a fantastical tour led by the eccentric Willy Wonka. As each child’s flaws lead to comic consequences, Charlie’s kindness and honesty shine. Packed with catchy songs, colorful characters, and big imagination, the show celebrates creativity, humility, and the rewards of doing the right thing.
The Battle Of Shallowford
A hilarious comedy taking place in 1938, when the world is on the verge of war, and a group of locals in a small town in North Carolina hear Orson Welles "War of the Worlds" on the radio and think they are being invaded by Martians.
THIS PRODUCTION IS RATED PG
Once On This Island
Once on This Island is a Musical that tells the mythical story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl on a Caribbean island, who falls in love with a wealthy, light-skinned boy named Daniel. As their cultures divide them, Ti Moune undertakes a quest guided by the island's gods—Agwé, Erzulie, Asaka, and Papa Ge—who make a bet on whether love or death will triumph. The story offers a tale of love, loss, and the triumph of the human spirit against social barriers and fate.
Season 35 Announcement Event
Join us on May 1st for the grand premiere of our upcoming 35th Season!
This Season 35 Announcement Event focuses on the unveiling of our upcoming productions for Season 35, with performances from many of the Limelight familiars and favorites!
This event will also be catered with food, drinks and lots of fun. Not only that, it will also be the first time you are able to purchase Season Subscriptions for Season 35, and, with the EarlyBird Subscription taking full force, the cheapest time to purchase your Subscription as well!
In The Shadow of The Mountain - Film Event
"In the Shadow of the Mountain" follows John Adams, a first-time playwright from Southwest Virginia, as he stages his ambitious Civil War musical in a small Southern town. What begins as one man’s creative leap becomes a collective act of courage, as the diverse cast commits to giving life to a painful, divisive moment in American history. For Adams, the story is personal—his own ancestors enslaved people and carried them into battle. For the ensemble, the project is more than performance: it is a chance to reach audiences across political and racial lines and foster empathy where division has long taken root. Blending rehearsal struggles, performance footage, and candid reflections, the film captures how a community of artists used theater to confront legacy, invite dialogue, and remind audiences that unity is still possible, even when history’s weight feels heaviest.
"In the Shadow of the Mountain" screens Tuesday, April 21 at 7pm at the Limelight Theatre, with Director John Adams in-person for a Q&A!
Godspell
A vibrant, contemporary musical inspired by the Gospel of Matthew. Framed as a group of strangers who come together to form a joyful community, the show blends storytelling, comedy, and song to explore themes of love, compassion, forgiveness, and faith.
God Of Carnage
What begins as polite conversation quickly unravels into escalating insults, exposed hypocrisies, and childish behavior. The dark comedy, God of Carnage, satirizes modern civility, exposing how thin the veneer of social decorum truly is when pride and principle collide.
Dare To Dream JR. (February 27 - March 1)
Disney’s Dare to Dream JR. is an uplifting musical revue that celebrates determination, courage, and following your dreams. Featuring beloved songs from across the Disney catalog, the show follows characters who face obstacles, take risks, and discover their inner strength. Through energetic group numbers and inspiring moments, performers share stories of hope, perseverance, and self-belief. Designed especially for young casts, Dare to Dream JR. encourages audiences to embrace possibility, support one another, and believe that dreams—big or small—are always worth chasing.
I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change
A witty, fast-paced musical revue that takes a humorous and heartfelt look at modern love in all its stages-from awkward first dates to long marriages.
Annie
Written by Charles Strouse, “Annie” is a musical about an optimistic little orphan girl named Annie living during the 1930s Great Depression and who is taken from her bleak orphanage by billionaire Oliver Warbucks to lead a search for her birth parents, all the while avoiding the sabotage of the evil orphanage mistress, Miss Hannigan.
Our Town
Written by Thornton Wilder, “Our Town” explores the simple, everyday lives of the residents of the fictional American town, Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, between 1901 and 1913. The play is narrated by a metaphysical character, titled the “Stage Manager”, and focuses on the Gibbs and Webb families, particularly the developing relationship between their children, George Gibbs and Emily Webb. It addresses the themes of life, love, death, and the importance of appreciating the present moment.
Nunsense
Set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, “Bright Star” travels between the years of 1923 and 1945 to tell the story of Alice Murphy, a literary editor with a hidden past, and Billy Cane, a young soldier just home from World War II. Together they discover a powerful secret that alters their lives forever...
Hairspray
It’s 1962 in Baltimore and quirky, plus-sized-teen, Tracy Turnblad, has one dream: to dance on “The Corny Collins Show”! Overnight, Tracy transforms from a nobody into a star, and uses her newfound influence to advocate for racial integration and acceptance on the show.
Fly By Night
In this darkly comic rock-fable, a melancholy sandwich maker’s humdrum life in New York City is intersected by two entrancing sisters. A sweeping ode to young love set against the backdrop of the Northeast blackout of 1965, “Fly By Night” is a tale about making your way and discovering hope in a world beset by darkness.
Sense & Sensibility
Based on Jane Austen’s classic novel, “Sense & Sensibility” follows Elinor and Marianne, as they become destitute upon the death of their father, who leaves his estate to their half-brother, John. Due to John's wife’s interference, they must survive on a meager allowance.
The Drowsy Chaperone
The audience is greeted by the narrator, Man in Chair, sitting on a darkened stage and who decides to play for the audience his favorite musical, the fictional 1928 show “The Drowsy Chaperone”. A play-within-a-play, this show is crammed full of every cliche, gag and gimmick from the golden age of musicals.
Crimes of the Heart
Set in Hazlehurst, Mississippi, “Crimes of the Heart” follows three eccentric, estranged sisters - Lenny, Meg and Babe - who reunite at their family home after Babe shoots her abusive husband. As they navigate this crisis, they confront past traumas, while dealing with their own turbulent, often comical lives, ultimately strengthening their sisterly bond.
Christmas Cabaret
Local talent from all over North East Florida join together to perform in a night of Holiday Festive cheer!
Bright Star
Set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, “Bright Star” travels between the years of 1923 and 1945 to tell the story of Alice Murphy, a literary editor with a hidden past, and Billy Cane, a young soldier just home from World War II. Together they discover a powerful secret that alters their lives forever...