Reading Civic Theatre

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We’re thrilled to have you join our vibrant community dedicated to the performing arts. Our theater is a hub of creativity and camaraderie, where individuals of all ages and backgrounds come together to create unforgettable theatrical experiences. Thank you for supporting your local arts community, and we look forward to seeing you at the theater!

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Audition Announcement

READING CIVIC THEATRE ANNOUNCES AUDITIONS FOR THE HOLIDAY CLASSIC

A CHRISTMAS CAROL THE MUSICAL

MUSIC BY: Alan Menken

Reading Civic Theatre is thrilled to announce open auditions for its upcoming holiday production of A Christmas Carol the Musical. The Director, Andrew Angstadt, is seeking a large, diverse, and energetic cast of vocalists, dancers and actors of all ages (including youth roles) to bring this timeless Charles Dickens tale of redemption to life.

A perusal night will be held on Tuesday, August 25 from 6:30pm-9:00pm. This is a chance to review the material, learn the story and characters, and get an overview of the music.

Auditions will be held on August 31 and September 1 with call backs on September 2. All three nights begin at 6:00pm at Reading Civic Theatre

4350 Perkiomen Ave, Reading, PA 19606.

Visit our Auditions page to learn more, get a full breakdown of available roles, audition materials, and sign up to audition.

RCT is the happy recipient of a recent Redner’s / Frito Lay promotion campaign. Through the efforts of one of our Board members a local Redner’s store won a Frito Lay promotion. The reward was a $2500 donation toward a future RCT. The picture below shows representatives from Redner’s and Frito Lay presenting RCT President Jeannette DeAngelo and Board member Pete Bourey with the donation.

RCT extends our appreciation to Redner’s and Frito Lay for their generous donation.

ANNOUNCEMENT

RCT is excited to announce that the cast list for “Carrie” has been announced. Congratulations to all!

View cast list

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RCT is pleased to announce A “Dinner – Show ” Package with the Reading Country Club. RCC will take 10 % off your meal if you show your ticket purchase on the night/day of the show you are attending. You need to indicate that you are buying your meal under the RCT meal plan. Here is a flyer with the info:

ANNOUNCEMENTS

In the week before Reading Civic Theatre’s production of Rent, audiences have a rare opportunity to experience the opera that inspired it: Puccini’s La Bohème, presented by Berks Opera Company. La Bohème tells a timeless story of love, friendship, poverty, illness, and heartbreak through music that is soaring, passionate, joyful, and deeply moving. One of the world’s most beloved operas, Puccini’s masterpiece captures the beauty, hope, and vulnerability of youth in a way that continues to resonate with audiences today. Conducted by Brent Chancellor and directed by Joel Gori, the production features Berks County natives Fred Schlick (Rodolfo) and Mary Fetterman (Musetta), alongside Suzannah Waddington (Mimì) and Tom Sitzler (Marcello).

Adults: $40 | $20 Partial View
Children/Students: Free

Watch a panel discussion with members of RCT and Berks Opera Company about the two productions on BCTV

UPCOMING EVENTS

Rent

Aug 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30

Carrie

Oct 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25

Christmas Carol

Dec 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13