Geneva Theatre Guild

05/25/2026

Two more weeks! Submit your proposals NOW!

Geneva Theatre Guild is now accepting 2026-2027 production proposals from Directors for its 49th Season!
The deadline for all submissions is June 8, 2026.

To submit a proposal, download and fill out the Proposal Form located on our website: https://www.genevatheatreguild.org/volunteer
Go to the “Audition/Direct” tab, and the downloadable PDF file for the form can be found under the “DIRECT” heading. Completed proposals can be sent to the contact information located on the first page of the Proposal Form.

Directors should include:
- a resume
- a one-page budget (a sample template is included in the Proposal Form - the Board of Directors reserves the right to change and finalize the budget based on affordability)
- a copy of the script, or a detailed synopsis of the show if the script is not available
- a statement describing the artistic vision for the production
- a list of staff members who already have agreed to work on the production if it is selected (the Board of Directors can assist in finding production staff, if necessary)

Proposed productions for the AUTUMN and WINTER of 2026/2027 (September to March) must meet the following criteria:
• A small play with a cast of no more than six to ten (6 to 10) actors.
• The play should be one that will appeal to both actors and audiences. The proposal should make note of how/why the show will be received by the Geneva and greater Finger Lakes communities in their vision statement.
• We will accept proposals from DIRECTORS for new original work (Geneva Theatre Guild will NOT review submitted scripts from writers without an assigned director).
• Low technical/set requirements.

Proposed productions for the SUMMER of 2027 (July-August) must meet the following criteria:
• Must be a popular musical that will appeal to a variety of actors and audiences. The proposal should make note of how/why the show will be received by the Geneva and greater Finger Lakes communities in their vision statement.
• The total cast should be around twenty (20) actors and should not require a large stage crew or pit band (i.e. 10 or fewer musicians would be ideal)

05/25/2026

Auditions Announcement: Children of Eden

The Geneva Theatre Guild invites you to audition for Children of Eden, a powerful and inspiring musical featuring music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Godspell) and a book by renowned theatre artist John Caird (Les Misérables).

Adam, Eve, Noah and the "Father" who created them deal with the headstrong cataclysmic actions of their respective children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet but inspiring message: that "the hardest part of love.. is letting go."

Audition Dates: June 24–25, 2026
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Geneva Presbyterian Church (24 Park Place)

Please prepare to:
Sing (a song from the show or one of your choice)
Dance (the show involves a great deal of movement)
Act (cold readings from the script)

Please arrive at 6:30 PM to learn the music and dance portions before individual auditions begin.

Available roles include:
Father, Adam/Noah, Eve/Mama Noah, Cain, Abel, Shem, Japheth, Ham, The Snake, featured singers, and storytellers.

Ages 10–100 welcome.
Performances: August 7, 8, and 9 at the Smith Opera House
Directed by Steve Duprey
Music Direction by Holly Blueye

CHILDREN OF EDEN is made possible through special arrangments with Music Theatre International www.MTIshows.com

05/08/2026

Geneva Theatre Guild is now accepting 2026-2027 production proposals from Directors for its 49th Season!
The deadline for all submissions is June 8, 2026.

To submit a proposal, download and fill out the Proposal Form located on our website: https://www.genevatheatreguild.org/volunteer
Go to the “Audition/Direct” tab, and the downloadable PDF file for the form can be found under the “DIRECT” heading. Completed proposals can be sent to the contact information located on the first page of the Proposal Form.

Directors should include:
- a resume
- a one-page budget (a sample template is included in the Proposal Form - the Board of Directors reserves the right to change and finalize the budget based on affordability)
- a copy of the script, or a detailed synopsis of the show if the script is not available
- a statement describing the artistic vision for the production
- a list of staff members who already have agreed to work on the production if it is selected (the Board of Directors can assist in finding production staff, if necessary)

Proposed productions for the AUTUMN and WINTER of 2026/2027 (September to March) must meet the following criteria:
• A small play with a cast of no more than six to ten (6 to 10) actors.
• The play should be one that will appeal to both actors and audiences. The proposal should make note of how/why the show will be received by the Geneva and greater Finger Lakes communities in their vision statement.
• We will accept proposals from DIRECTORS for new original work (Geneva Theatre Guild will NOT review submitted scripts from writers without an assigned director).
• Low technical/set requirements.

Proposed productions for the SUMMER of 2027 (July-August) must meet the following criteria:
• Must be a popular musical that will appeal to a variety of actors and audiences. The proposal should make note of how/why the show will be received by the Geneva and greater Finger Lakes communities in their vision statement.
• The total cast should be around twenty (20) actors and should not require a large stage crew or pit band (i.e. 10 or fewer musicians would be ideal)

05/06/2026

Another amazing opportunity! Here is our 40th season of GTGYT!!!!!!

05/06/2026

Check out this wonderful opportunity!

Want to direct a great play this summer, fill out the application to direct The Nancy Curvin Playground Players Summer 2026 show!

04/23/2026

Tomorrow night with Big aLICe Brewing FLX! Come sing a tune with us 🎶

It's a Geneva Theatre Guild Karaoke Showdown at !

Friday, April 24th at 6pm

Will YOU be crowned as the Karaoke Champ?!

Geneva Theatre Guild will be at Big aLICe Brewing for three competitive rounds of Karaoke - with a few non-competitive opportunities sprinkled in – to raise funds for GTG's summer 2026 programming. Sign up to compete or just champion your favorite singer while supporting a great cause! We will be offering an optional, BUT GREAT, deal. $25 gets you TWO large pours of your favorite Big aLICe brews, 20% Tip, and EIGHT tickets to vote for the best Karaoke Crooners.

YOUR VOTES will select the winner(s)! Put your name on your voting tickets and you get a chance to win GTG merch and other door prizes throughout the evening!
Not a big fan of beer? Don't worry! You can still try any of Big aLICe's tasty beverage treats and purchase your voting tickets separately.

Come on out to sing or to encourage your favorite singer at a friendly neighborhood business on Friday, April 24th with Geneva Theatre Guild and Big aLICe Brewing!
Buy your tickets in advance at (www.bigalicebrewing.com/finger-lakes-events) or get them when you arrive!

04/19/2026

Anthony Road was a success! One more chance to see an amazing line up of plays 🪨👽🏠🤖

This year’s top‑rated plays represent a dynamic mix of styles, themes, and voices. The 2025 selections are:
* Exhaust by Danielle Wirsansky, directed by Damian Grzeskowiak
* Making the Cut by Howard Zuckerman, directed by Mary Cook
* It’s Time by Donna Boyd, directed by Linda Stevenson
* Honey by Adrienne LaValley, directed by Eleanor Stearns
* Dances With Wives by Guy R. Newsham, directed by Willow Lewis‑Moskowitz
* Gun Shy by Chris Woodworth, directed by Jesse Tyler Halstead
* Lucky by Tom Cocklin, directed by Gary Xavier
* Science Friction; or, The Rapid Deconstruction of a Rational Mind by Ken Preuss, directed by Loren Schmidtgall

These staged readings offer a unique opportunity for both new and experienced performers to participate as well as have authors have their new works read to an audience. The event reflects GTG’s ongoing mission to unite the Geneva and greater Finger Lakes communities through the performing arts and to champion original theatrical work.

Performance Schedule
Sunday, April 19 at 2:00 PM
The Dove Block
465 S Exchange St, Geneva, NY 14456
Tickets: $10.00
Tickets are available now at www.genevatheatreguild.org/tickets and will also be sold at the door beginning 30 minutes before each performance.

04/18/2026

Here’s some highlights from last nights performance. A wonderful night full of plays that will make you laugh, cry, and think! You do not want to miss the last two performances of Playwrights’ Play Readings 😀

This year’s top‑rated plays represent a dynamic mix of styles, themes, and voices. The 2025 selections are:
* Exhaust by Danielle Wirsansky, directed by Damian Grzeskowiak
* Making the Cut by Howard Zuckerman, directed by Mary Cook
* It’s Time by Donna Boyd, directed by Linda Stevenson
* Honey by Adrienne LaValley, directed by Eleanor Stearns
* Dances With Wives by Guy R. Newsham, directed by Willow Lewis‑Moskowitz
* Gun Shy by Chris Woodworth, directed by Jesse Tyler Halstead
* Lucky by Tom Cocklin, directed by Gary Xavier
* Science Friction; or, The Rapid Deconstruction of a Rational Mind by Ken Preuss, directed by Loren Schmidtgall

These staged readings offer a unique opportunity for both new and experienced performers to participate as well as have authors have their new works read to an audience. The event reflects GTG’s ongoing mission to unite the Geneva and greater Finger Lakes communities through the performing arts and to champion original theatrical work.

Performance Schedule

Saturday, April 18 at 7:00 PM
Anthony Road Winery
1020 County Road 3, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Tickets: $15.00
Includes one glass of Anthony Road wine and light hors d’oeuvres.

Sunday, April 19 at 2:00 PM
The Dove Block
465 S Exchange St, Geneva, NY 14456
Tickets: $10.00
Tickets are available now at www.genevatheatreguild.org/tickets and will also be sold at the door beginning 30 minutes before each performance.

04/16/2026

Tomorrow we open for Geneva Theatre Guild's 28th annual Playwrights' Play Readings! We hope to see you there :)

This year’s top‑rated plays represent a dynamic mix of styles, themes, and voices. The 2025 selections are:
* Exhaust by Danielle Wirsansky, directed by Damian Grzeskowiak
* Making the Cut by Howard Zuckerman, directed by Mary Cook
* It’s Time by Donna Boyd, directed by Linda Stevenson
* Honey by Adrienne LaValley, directed by Eleanor Stearns
* Dances With Wives by Guy R. Newsham, directed by Willow Lewis‑Moskowitz
* Gun Shy by Chris Woodworth, directed by Jesse Tyler Halstead
* * Lucky by Tom Cocklin, directed by Gary Xavier
* Science Friction; or, The Rapid Deconstruction of a Rational Mind by Ken Preuss, directed by Loren Schmidtgall

These staged readings offer a unique opportunity for both new and experienced performers to participate as well as have authors have their new works read to an audience. The event reflects GTG’s ongoing mission to unite the Geneva and greater Finger Lakes communities through the performing arts and to champion original theatrical work.

Performance Schedule
Friday, April 17 at 7:00 PM
Geneva Public Library
244 Main St, Geneva, NY 14456
Tickets: Pay What You Wish
The use of a Geneva Public Library meeting space by an unaffiliated organization does not constitute the Library’s endorsement of said organization’s policies or beliefs.

Saturday, April 18 at 7:00 PM
Anthony Road Winery
1020 County Road 3, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Tickets: $15.00
Includes one glass of Anthony Road wine and light hors d’oeuvres.

Sunday, April 19 at 2:00 PM
The Dove Block
465 S Exchange St, Geneva, NY 14456
Tickets: $10.00
Tickets are available now at www.genevatheatreguild.org/tickets and will also be sold at the door beginning 30 minutes before each performance.

04/14/2026

Geneva Theatre Guild is ready to show off the selected works for its 28th annual Playwrights’ Play Readings THIS WEEKEND! PPR is a long‑standing spring tradition that celebrates new, original short plays from around the world. Each year, GTG issues an open call for unpublished scripts and caps submissions at 150 due to the event’s growing international reach. All plays are reviewed anonymously by at least three volunteer readers per play to ensure a fair and unbiased selection process.

This year’s top‑rated plays represent a dynamic mix of styles, themes, and voices. The 2025 selections are:
* Exhaust by Danielle Wirsansky, directed by Damian Grzeskowiak
* Making the Cut by Howard Zuckerman, directed by Mary Cook
* It’s Time by Donna Boyd, directed by Linda Stevenson
* Honey by Adrienne LaValley, directed by Eleanor Stearns
* Dances With Wives by Guy R. Newsham, directed by Willow Lewmos
* Gun Shy by Chris Woodworth, directed by Jesse Tyler Halstead
* Lucky by Tom Cocklin, directed by Gary Xavier
* Science Friction; or, The Rapid Deconstruction of a Rational Mind by Ken Preuss, directed by Loren Schmidtgall

These staged readings offer a unique opportunity for both new and experienced performers to participate as well as have authors have their new works read to an audience. The event reflects GTG’s ongoing mission to unite the Geneva and greater Finger Lakes communities through the performing arts and to champion original theatrical work.

Performance Schedule
Friday, April 17 at 7:00 PM
Geneva Public Library
244 Main St, Geneva, NY 14456
Tickets: Pay What You Wish
The use of a Geneva Public Library meeting space by an unaffiliated organization does not constitute the Library’s endorsement of said organization’s policies or beliefs.

Saturday, April 18 at 7:00 PM
Anthony Road Winery
1020 County Road 3, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Tickets: $15.00
Includes one glass of Anthony Road wine and light hors d’oeuvres.

Sunday, April 19 at 2:00 PM
The Dove Block
465 S Exchange St, Geneva, NY 14456
Tickets: $10.00
Tickets are available now at www.genevatheatreguild.org/tickets and will also be sold at the door beginning 30 minutes before each performance.