Current season Tickets: $10/adults, $5/students

The Perfect Dog

adapted by David and Jill Abbinanti from the book by John O’Hurley

directed by Drew Schmidt

Oct. 4 - 7 p.m. and Oct. 5 - 4 p.m. | Allen Black Box Theatre

Sam, a 12-year-old perfectionist, searches for a flawless dog to enter in the town’s dog contest. Unable to find a canine that measures up, she resorts to training the family dog, Max, who is less than eager to obey commands. In the end, Sam and Max learn there is no such thing as perfect—but there is such a thing as being perfect for each other.

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Sense and Sensibility

adapted by Kate Hamill from the novel by Jane Austen

directed by Dr. Bob Hubbard

Nov. 14, 16, 21, 22 and 23 - 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 16 - 2 p.m. | England Proscenium Theatre

Following the sudden death of their father, the vulnerable but resourceful Dashwood sisters must make their way in 18th-century England’s ferocious gossip culture. Through rich characters and bold theatricality, this new and hilarious adaptation comically explores the tensions between superficial reputation and the pursuit of genuine love.

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Directing Class One-Acts

Dec. 11 and 12 - 7:30 p.m. | Allen Black Box Theatre

Enjoy a holiday buffet of one-act plays directed by students as their final class project. The one-acts are typically 10 minutes long and include actors from across campus and outside the theatre department.

The Little Prince

adapted by Rick Cummins and John Scoullar from the book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

directed by Ethan Koerner

Feb. 21, 22, 26, 27  - 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 22 - 2 p.m. | England Proscenium Theatre

After a world-weary and disenchanted aviator crash-lands in the desert, he is visited by a mysterious “little man.” As the two try to figure out how to get home, they gain a new understanding of how to laugh, cry and love again. Based on the beloved novella, The Little Prince is full of delight and imagination for all ages.

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Drama Ministries Ensemble Showcase

directed by Molly Wiebe Faber

March 22 - 7:30 p.m. and March 23 - 2 p.m. | Allen Black Box Theatre

The teachings of Jesus are explored through the performance of parables that focus on the Kingdom of God.

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An Enemy of the People

by Arthur Miller

directed by Molly Wiebe Faber

April 10, 12, 24, 25 and 26 - 7:30 p.m. and April 12 - 2 p.m. | Allen Black Box Theatre

When Dr. Stockmann realizes the town’s springs—a major source of income for the community—are severely contaminated, he alerts the authorities. Urged to keep quiet for the good of the town, he must decide whether or not the truth is worth fighting for, especially when it means going against the majority.

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June 22–26, 2025 | Cost: $375
FOR STUDENTS IN GRADES 9–12

You've got creativity, talent and a passion for theatre. We've got top-notch professors, state-of-the-art facilities, and a spot just waiting for you. From acting to designing to programming lights and sound, you'll experience every aspect of theatrical production. Plus, when not in our theatres, you'll get to stay in the dorms and eat in the cafeteria with Northwestern College mentors—perfect settings to bond with other students who love theatre as much as you do.

Each day will begin with warm-up drama games, followed by workshops on theatre skills such as acting, stage movement and costume design. In the afternoon, you'll be directed in improv and scene work.

The registration deadline is MAY 3. Your camp fee covers room and board and access to campus facilities. There's a $25 discount for returning campers or for local campers who choose not to stay in the dorms.

If you need to cancel, there will be a $30 processing fee taken out of your refund.