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Amy Fritsche was honored for her portrayal of the title character in Porthouse's 2015 production of "Violet."

Porthouse Theatre's 2015 Season Honored by Local Theatre Critics

Kent, OH – Local theatre critics recently honored Porthouse Theatre, 鶹’s summer professional theatre, for achievements during the theatre’s 2015 season. The theatre’s 2015 productions were recognized in multiple categories including acting, directing, musical direction, choreogra…

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Work at Porthouse Theatre This Summer

Spend your summer at Porthouse! Every year, Porthouse Theatre welcomes dozens of professional and student designers, technicians, and staff, who along with actors and musicians, comprise the Porthouse Theatre company.  WORK FOR PORTHOUSE THEATRE IN 2016 Porthouse Theatre is hiring for the…

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Hairspray, 2015

Porthouse Theatre’s 2016 season of Broadway hits will raise the roof

Cuyahoga Falls, OH - Porthouse Theatre, 鶹’s outdoor, summer theatre located on the grounds of Blossom Music Center, will celebrate its 48th season with productions of “Sister Act,” “Ring of Fire,” and “Footloose.” Directed by Porthouse executive producer Eric van Baars, “Siste…

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Hairspray, 2015

Porthouse Theatre Announces 2016 Season

It's time to raise your voice and raise the roof for Porthouse Theatre's 2016 Season! SISTER ACT JUNE 16 - JULY 2 Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Glenn Slater Book by Cheri Steinkellner & Bill Steinkellner Additional Book Material by Douglas Carter Beane Based on the Touchs…

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Porthouse Theatre's first International Academy

Porthouse Theatre launches theatre academy for international students

Kent, OH – Porthouse Theatre, 鶹’s summer professional theatre, recently held its inaugural Porthouse International Academy. Sixteen students and one faculty member from South Korea’s SangMyung University participated in the comprehensive theatre experience. During the three-we…

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Porthouse Theatre’s 2015 Season Will Offer Sizzling Summer of Broadway Hits

47th season features productions of “A Little Night Music,” “Violet” and “Hairspray” Porthouse Theatre, 鶹’s outdoor, summer theatre located on the grounds of Blossom Music Center, will celebrate its 47th season with productions of “A Little Night Music,” “Violet” and “Hairspray.…

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Porthouse Closes 2015 Season with "Hairspray"

You won't be able to stop the beat at Porthouse this July when "Hairspray" dances across the stage. Directed by producing artistic director Terri Kent, “Hairspray” opens July 31 and runs through August 16. A preview performance will take place on July 30. This family-friendly musical will have au…

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Violet

Porthouse Continues Season with "Violet"

Porthouse Theatre will present "Violet" July 9-25. Directed by Steven C. Anderson, “Violet” opens July 10 and runs through July 25. A preview performance will take place on July 9. A musical of transformation, “Violet” chronicles a young disfigured woman’s journey of self-discovery as she seeks t…

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A Little Night Music promotional photo featuring Terri Kent.

Porthouse Theatre Opens 2015 Season With "A Little Night Music"

Porthouse Theatre's 2015 season will open with Stephen Sondheim's "A Little Night Music." Directed by Sean Morrissey, “A Little Night Music” opens June 12 and runs through June 27. A preview performance will take place on June 11. With music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler…

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Porthuse Capital Campaign

Help Porthouse Theatre Shine Brighter

Porthouse Theatre has launched a $1 million capital campaign that will provide a number of significant improvements including a new box office, expanded bathrooms and customer service area, a new roof for the theatre, and a new parking lot. Thanks to a generous donation of $250,000 from the Gre…

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