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February 9 - June 15
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About the Carlisle Theatre
Located in the heart of Carlisle, the historic Carlisle Theatre has been referred to as “the gem of downtown”.
The Carlisle Theatre is one of the principal forces behind the revitalization of downtown Carlisle. Established in 1939, renovated in 1993, we remain Carlisle’s downtown source for entertainment. The Carlisle Regional Performing Arts Center presents musical concerts, performances, films, live theatrical productions, and programming for children and families.
The Theatre is also available for corporate events and meetings, community events, weddings, and much, much more!
✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 26 @ 2:00PM
Abby Moore (Assistant Stage Manager) is very excited to be part of this stage management dream team once again. This will be her 11th show with the Players on High, having graced the stage in A Steampunk Christmas Carol (twice) and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow before deciding it was more fun to dress up in all black and lurk behind the scenes. Abby has found her true passion in tech and stage management, which she has done for The Crucible, Seussical Jr., You Can't Take It With You, Columbo Calamity, A Steampunk Christmas Carol (third time’s the charm), It’s A Wonderful Life, and The Time of Your Life. Abby is a freshman in college studying Graphic Design. When she isn’t at the Theatre, Abby likes to go rock climbing, bother her siblings, and expend an enormous amount of energy on making “slay, diva baddies” a real thing. Abby would like to thank her real family for always being there when she needs them, her theatre family for making the long and exhausting nights during rehearsal much less long and exhausting, and, of course, Lauren - I want to be just like you when I grow up. ... See MoreSee Less
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SLAY DIVA BADDIE 🫰🏻
This young woman--who I met in her early teens--has become such an integral part of our backstage crew. Abby is smart, professional, ready to tackle any task given to her, and an absolute gift to our theatre. She's at ease joking around with the younger actors on set but still able to manage the myriad issues that the adult actors face. It's been a pleasure to watch her grow up with Carlisle Theatre and I hope to work with her again in the future!
✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
Aiden Storm (Giuseppe Zangara) is pleased to take the stage at Carlisle Theatre for the first time. He most recently appeared in Little Theatre of Mechanicsburg's production of Death of a Salesman as Ben Loman. Some other shows he's been in are "Musical Comedy Murders of the 1940's" (O'Reilly), Broadway Bound (Eugene), The Play that Goes Wrong (Dennis), and the SpongeBob Musical (Patrick Star). If you enjoy other realms of the arts, you can catch Aiden singing with the Harrisburg Gay Men's Chorus in their spring concerts in May. ... See MoreSee Less
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When I heard Aiden sing at auditions, I was absolutely blown away. I later learned that he's one of the kindest souls a person could meet. Aiden's performance as Zangara is funny, heartfelt, and disturbing all at once. He's also been incredibly patient with our "How I Saved Roosevelt" ensemble group, always stepping in to sing his part when we've had to rehearse our parts time and time again. We're so lucky to have him in our cast!
freaking stand out performance Friday night imo. shocking!
Great performance!! Saw the show yesterday
✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
Anthony J. Geraci (John Wilkes Booth) is thrilled to be returning to the stage of the Carlisle Theatre. He has been on stage here in recent years with POH (School of Rock, Emperor’s New Clothes, Urinetown) and in years LONG PAST with PYMT (Kiss Me Kate) where he made his stage debut. He encourages you to check out the amazing TTRPG live shows he does here and in the area or watch their old shows on YouTube (@realmsofentropy). While everything he does in life is dedicated to his wife and son, this show is dedicated to his mother. She came to every show until she couldn’t and her support meant everything. ... See MoreSee Less
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From our first table read, I knew that working on this production with Anthony Joseph Geraci would be an honor. His commitment to his role as John Wilkes Booth, stellar acting skills, and soaring vocals make him a delight to watch on stage. We're all very fortunate to have him in "Assassins."
really solid performance Fri night
✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
Matt Hinton (Technical Director/Audio Design), professional bassist & audio engineer, is located in Carlisle, PA. A graduate of Bloomsburg University where he studied trumpet & audio engineering, Matt has toured the East Coast backing country, pop, and rock artists for over a decade. He is a bass player who uses effects pedals, drum machines, synths and loops to create original music under the name “Foundation Estate.” When not making music, he is providing his audio expertise for All Sound Pro, LLC, where he mixes live theatre, bands, and corporate events. He teaches bass to students and adults alike in his private studio, and is currently accepting new students. ... See MoreSee Less
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No Carlisle Theatre production would be complete without Matt Hinton's tech and audio expertise. I can't say it better than Debra Cornelius already has--Matt is a wonder. That he's able to do what he does while patiently enduring the theatrical antics of the actors is a feat in itself 😆 We're so very lucky to have him at our theatre and look forward to the tech magic that Matt will bring to our upcoming productions!
A perfectionist whose ears are so finely tuned that he can hear a dog whistle, this man is a wonder. He works countless hours on every production to blend the medley of actors’ voices into crisp dialogue, composes original music for shows, cares for tons of expensive and delicate equipment, creates all of the sound effects, and is beloved by everyone. All with humility and humor, behind the scenes. Thanks, Matt.
🎉Huzzah, for Matt! 🎊
✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
Larissa Curcio (Sara Jane Moore) is very excited to be making her debut at the Carlisle Theatre in “Assassins,” with the High Street Players. Larissa is so thrilled and honored to be joining such a wonderful and talented production staff, cast and crew. Larissa is a teacher in the Harrisburg area and currently teaches as a Pre-K Counts teacher, while finishing her Masters Degree from Westminster Choir College at Rider University in Vocal Pedagogy. Larissa has been performing in choirs, operas and musicals in the Central Pennsylvania area for the last 10 years some of her roles include Rosie in The Wedding Singer, Alice in The Addams Family and Lady Beaconsfield in Jekyl and Hyde. In her spare time Larissa enjoys spending time with her family who she wishes to thank for their support and love. ... See MoreSee Less
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Yesss Larissa! Good to have you on this side of town!💕
Larissa has been a pleasure to work with in this production. Her dedication to embodying Sara Jane Moore, bringing theatrical humor and a stunning voice to her role, makes her a joy to watch on stage. Her interactions with her son Billy and with "Squeaky" Fromme are hilarious, and I look forward to seeing where her talents take her next!
✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
Ashley Shade Byerts (Artistic Director) a native of Berkeley Springs, WV, graduated from West Virginia University in 2011, where she earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting Performance & Theatre. Since graduating, she has worked professionally on stage and in film as a director, actor, voice-over artist, and playwright, and has continued her study of Sanford Meisner’s Method of Acting since 2007. Her favorite roles include Abigail in Arthur Miller's The Crucible at The Greenbrier Valley Regional Theatre, Sondheim's Putting It Together at Mountain State Rep. Theatre, Cinna/Pindarus in Julius Caesar at West Virginia University, and in the Netflix Original House of Cards. She has taught acting, singing, movement, stage combat, and improv theatre classes through ArtReach Harrisburg, and wrote educational theatre & movement curriculums for K-12 with ArtsAlive!. She has served as an adjunct instructor in the Department of Theatre & Dance at Dickinson College, as well as many other artistic teaching engagements to all ages concerning how the arts can be used to better our communication and lives. Her one act play, CATCH, a one-act play examining bullying prevention for the modern student, premiered in San Diego, CA in 2014 at IBPA (the International Bullying Prevention Association’s annual conference). She is proudly booking the show for high school students in Cumberland County, PA through the Carlisle Theatre. She is the Executive Artistic Director at the Carlisle Regional Performing Arts Center, and an Equity Membership Candidate. She is currently accepting new students into her private acting studio, as well as speaking engagements and workshops for groups & businesses in the South-Central PA area & beyond. ... See MoreSee Less
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Very few folks who enjoy Carlisle Theatre know that Ashley’s job is 12-15 hours a day, 7 days a week, all year around. If you’ve ever enjoyed a Carlisle Theatre event, concert, play, or film, it’s because of this woman’s relentless commitment to the arts, limitless imagination, and artistic talent. She is absolutely amazing at what she does. She runs every aspect of a huge non-profit business with a hard-working skeleton staff and an ever-changing collection of loyal volunteers and she does so with expertise and empathy. We are so incredibly lucky to have her here in Carlisle.
The best ever!
My dear friend, an absolute force of nature, without whom none of us could do what we do! Ashley, I wouldn't be where I am today if you hadn't invited me to be part of this group in 2021. I'm forever grateful!
Ashley Byerts brought this theatre back to life and nurtures it every day. She’s a treasure.
A dream to work with and a gift to call a friend!
❤️❤️❤️ Awesome human!!
Powerhouse right there
Diva!
Legend, 🐐status.
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✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
John FitzGerald (President Gerald Ford/President James Garfield/American) has been a part of the Players on High since playing Charles Dickens in A Steampunk Christmas Carol in 2021. Community Theatre fulfills his passion of storytelling via the performing arts. Retired recently, John now spends his time at the Carlisle Theatre, catching up on decades of procrastinated reading, and studying voice acting. He enjoys the outdoors, taking long walks, and backpacking. John is blessed with five amazing adult children whose company he enjoys immensely, along with their spouses, and eight grandchildren. He is also blessed with 43 years of marriage to the most beautiful woman he has ever met, Laurie. She beautifies his life and God has used her to bless him with everything he has ever wanted in this life. ... See MoreSee Less
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John FitzGerald has worked his tail off to master his multiple roles! We're so fortunate to have his rich voice, quick wit, and determined work ethic in our show 🥰
Assassins, presented by Players on High opens tonight on our historic mainstage as we navigate the twisted road 9 individuals take in pursuit of the American Dream in this comedically dark “revusical”.
🎟️ carlisletheatre.showare.com/Assassins
📸 Cody Myers, Resident Multimedia Speciaist ft. Anthony Geraci (John Wilkes Booth), Don Domenici (Charles Guiteau), Rick Sollman (Leon Czolgosz), Aiden Storm (Giuseppe Zangara), Jason Mathis (Lee Harvey Oswald), Russ Moore (Samuel Byck), Anna Palese (Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme), Larissa Curcio (Sara Jane Moore), and Hayden Johnston (John Hinckley)
[Rated R for language, violence, suicidal ideation, and thematic elements.] ... See MoreSee Less
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✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
Lauren Gopi (Stage Manager) joyfully spends far too much time at the Theatre, serving as the Operations Manager, Company Manager for Players on High, and Resident Stage Manager. After living a whole other life, Lauren is now returning to her theatre roots, most recently stage managing The Time of Your Life, which took place immediately before this production, proving once and for all that she is well and truly off her rocker. Endless thanks to her children, Lena and JD, and especially to her husband Surag, for not only putting up with all her shenanigans, but also joining in on the chaos. ... See MoreSee Less
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She makes pushing boulders up mountain ( metaphorically🤣) look easy! Brava Lauren!
Lauren, it's impossible to list all the hats you wear in our theatre! Your steadfast nature and ability to create order out of chaos is commendable. Plus you're a pretty amazing friend ❤️