RACINE — The classical musical thriller, “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street,” will spring to life this week at the Racine Theatre Guild. Beginning with its opening performance on Friday night at 7:30 p.m., the production, under the direction of Doug Instenes is set to run through Sunday, June 4. Sweeney Todd (Davdison […]
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‘The Tin Woman’ opens Feb. 24 at Racine Theatre Guild
RACINE — Before the opening curtain raises on “The Tin Woman” at the Racine Theatre Guild, the cast and crew took time to learn a little more about the subject matter. And that helped bring it all home – in a very real way. “The Tin Woman,” directed by Douglas Instenes, opens Friday night at […]
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RTG rings in 2023 with flurry of events
RACINE — The new year will bring a flurry of activity to the Racine Theatre Guild. As we embark on 2023, RTG, 2519 Northwestern Ave., is set to host three significant events in just the span of a couple weeks. First up at RTG are auditions for “Broadway in Love,” on Monday, Jan. 2, followed […]
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‘Mamma Mia! Here we go again…’ finally!: Racine Theatre Guild opens beloved ABBA musical
On Friday, the Racine Theatre Guild (RTG) opened “Mamma Mia!,” their season closer and biggest production since COVID brought the world — and the Guild — to a halt. With direction by Doug Instenes, music direction by Greg Berg and choreography by Mary Leigh Sturino, this show is a delightful bohemian adventure with ABBA as […]
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“Mamma Mia!” Auditions with Racine Theatre Guild are Feb. 13
RACINE – The Racine Theatre Guild (RTG) is holding auditions for “Mamma Mia!” on Sunday, Feb. 13 at Holy Communion Lutheran Church in Racine. Originally scheduled to be produced at RTG in 2020, “Mamma Mia!” had been cast and in rehearsal when productions were halted in March 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Most of […]
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“Guys on Ice” Opens Feb. 11 at Racine Theatre Guild
RACINE, WI – Pack your cold-weather gear and get ready to hit the frozen lakes! If heading out onto the ice isn’t for you, then get your tickets for the Racine Theatre Guild’s production of “Guys on Ice.” The show will run from Feb. 11 through 27 at RTG, 2519 Northwestern Ave., Racine. RTG’s production […]
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Racine Theatre Guild to Host Auditions for “Clue: On Stage”
RACINE – The Racine Theatre Guild (RTG) is preparing for another fabulous production. “Clue: On Stage,” a cult classic for decades, will be performed in late March/early April 2022. Director Doug Instenes will hold auditions on Monday, Jan. 10, and Tuesday, Jan. 11 at 7 p.m. at RTG, 2519 Northwestern Ave., Racine. Roles are available […]
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“Guys on Ice” Auditions held Dec 6, 7 at Racine Theatre Guild
Open auditions are being held at the Racine Theatre Guild (RTG) for the comedic ice fishing musical, “Guys on Ice” on Monday and Tuesday, December 6 and 7. Artistic Director Doug Instenes will hold auditions each night at 7 and 8:30 p.m. at the Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave, in Racine. The show offers […]
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“A Christmas Story” Opens December 3 at RTG
After having their 83rd season canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Racine Theatre Guild is ready to welcome patrons back into the House for their 84th season with “A Christmas Story,” sponsored by Rasmussen Diamonds. The Story Ralphie Parker only has one wish: to wake up Christmas morning with the coveted Red […]
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RTG’s 84th Season: The Show Is Back On!
The Racine Theatre Guild is ready to dazzle live audiences once again with its 84th season. With the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic, RTG had no choice but to forge new paths for presenting the arts. Never before had the Guild canceled a season. But as infection rates soared, the choice was clear: the health […]
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Racine Theater Guild Cancels Shows in 2020-2021
The show must go on, but not at this time. The Racine Theater Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave, is a volunteer-based community theater. On October 20, 2020, the Board of Directors at the Racine Theater Guild decided to make adjustments to shows in 2020-2021. This choice was made due to safety concerns because of the coronavirus […]