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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 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!
A dream to work with and a gift to call a friend!
Powerhouse right there
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 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 ❤️
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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
Janelle French (“Housewife”/American) is thrilled to make her musical debut as the Housewife and as an ensemble member in "Assassins." No stranger to the Carlisle Theatre stage, Janelle's previous roles include Claire Ganz in "Rumors," Mrs. Cratchit in "A Steampunk Christmas Carol," and Miss Scarlet in "Clue," amongst others. She's incredibly grateful for her theatre family for their continued support, and especially for Ashley Byerts, who never stopped believing in her. Janelle also thanks the entire cast and crew for bringing this show to life. And of course, no housewife would be complete without her family. She gives her love to Tim, Gabe, Max, and her parents for always encouraging her to share her talents and reach for the stars. ... 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
Nick Alleman (Lighting Op) is thrilled to return to the tech booth for yet another show with Players on High. Nick has lit the stage for several productions at the Carlisle Theatre including Dracula, It’s a Wonderful Life, The Time of Your Life, and now Assassins. Nick would like to thank and congratulate the crew for their extraordinary work towards bringing this show to life, wishes the cast the best of luck, and hopes the audience will enjoy the show! ... See MoreSee Less
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Few things bring a theatre production together as beautifully as its lighting. Nick is masterful in his skill set, bringing each production to life with carefully timed lighting that showcase each character and moment. A steady presence in the tech booth, Nick plays an integral part in making "Assassins" shine on stage.
✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
Kat Moore (Billy) is thrilled to be back onstage at the Carlisle Theatre with Players On High in Assassins as Billy. A fan of the performing arts from a very young age, Kat has been on stage most recently as Newsboy/Anna in The Time of Your Life. Her favorite roles besides the Newsboy/Anna are Young Kangaroo in Seussical Jr. and Tiny Tim in A Steampunk Christmas Carol. When she is not on stage, Cat enjoys playing the violin, spending time with her best friend Livy, playing on her iPad, and singing with Cantate Carlisle Young Voices. ... See MoreSee Less
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Kat brings a joyful energy and a whole lot of sass to our production! She can always be relied on to know her lines, absorb notes given to her, and support the people around her at every opportunity. This young lady will go far!
✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
Catie M.O. (Set painting, Dressing, & Props) Catie has been involved with theatre since elementary school but it wasn’t until she was hired by The Weathervane Playhouse, in Newark, Ohio that she really began to engage in technical theatre starting with props, lighting and stage crew. While a Film Production major at Wright State University, she was able to delve deeper into all other aspects of stage craft including set design, sound, dressing, casting, writing and directing. Under Executive/Artistic Director Ashley Shade Byerts, she has enjoyed contributing to the various productions at the Carlisle Theatre to include stagecraft, visual design, writing, directing and performing. She’s had the pleasure of assisting on many productions to include: A STEAMPUNK CHRISTMAS CAROL, HARVEY, THE SECRET GARDEN, SLEEPY HOLLOW, URINETOWN,YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU, RUMORS, and our Summer Camp productions. She thanks Ashley and all the other staff and volunteers of the Players on High and Carlisle Theatre teams for their enthusiastic support, creativity and encouragement, and mostly, her daughter, Patience, a true creative soul. ... See MoreSee Less
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Magnolia's Jewelers in Carlisle loves this!
Catie has worked tirelessly behind the scenes to create props and set dressings that fully embody this show! Her joy in what she does is apparent at every turn, and we're so lucky to have her for "Assassins" ❤️
She's the best! 💗
✨Artist Spotlight
Assassins, presented by Players on High
April 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 @ 7:30PM
April 19 & 26 @ 2:00PM
Surag Gopi (James Blaine / Photographer / Secret Service / American) is pleased to return to the stage following his performances as the Society Gentleman in The Time of Your Life and a Nosferatu in Dracula. He is honored to be part of Assassins in his musical theatre debut. Surag is passionate about developing his craft through dynamic storytelling, versatility, and meaningful ensemble collaboration, and he is grateful for every opportunity to learn, connect, bring characters to life, and grow as an artist. He extends his sincere thanks to the cast and creative team for their support and for the opportunity to be part of this production. Outside of theatre, Surag enjoys crafting cocktails, experimenting in the kitchen, spending time in nature, and, most importantly, cherishing time with his wonderful family and relaxing in his backyard. ... See MoreSee Less
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So much! Good work Surog
It's no small thing to be the master builder of a set AND to play roles in the show itself! Surag is an incredibly supportive cast and crew member, and he's always quick with a smile. Whether playing my husband at a honky tonk or capturing my good side as a photographer, Surag brings joy to every production we're in together 🤩