🎫🎵🎭A Conversation with Courtney on Community Theatre: PART 1 OF 2

Short gals unite…one who knows a thing or two about theatre😉…and one who knows nothing! 😆

Regardless of how much you know about theatre, you will enjoy watching and listening to this amusing PART ONE of this two-part podcast episode featuring Courtney Wisely, community leader and founder of Spotlight Community Theater.

In addition to explaining some basics about plays vs. musical productions, Courtney opens up with her vulnerable story of why she started Spotlight Community Theatre in Festus, Missouri and how far she has come. Her vision and follow through is beyond impressive!

Podcast Episode Summary

In this episode of MyFESTUS.com Conversations, host Sara speaks with Courtney Wisely, the founder of Spotlight Community Theatre. They discuss the importance of community theater, Courtney's journey from a troubled childhood to becoming a theater visionary, and the impact of Spotlight Community Theatre on the local community. The conversation highlights the transformative power of theater, the challenges of starting a community theater, and the growth of Spotlight Community Theatre in Festus, Missouri.

IttyBitty, Inspiring Takeaways

• Theater can be a transformative experience for individuals.

• Community theater fills a vital role in local culture.

• Spotlight Community Theater aims to provide opportunities for all.

• The journey of starting a theater is filled with challenges.

• Theater can create a sense of family and belonging.

• Engagement in the arts can change lives for the better.

• Spotlight Community Theatre has grown significantly since its inception.

• Theater productions involve many behind-the-scenes efforts.

Quotable Sound Bite

"We are the Muny of Jefferson County."

Shout out to Ray Halbrook with Live Stream STL + Michelle Ganey with Festus Middle School who were mentioned in this episode.

For more information about this incredible nonprofit organization + upcoming shows, check out:🎫🎵🎭👇

MyFESTUS.com/ConversationWithCourtney

🎭Thank you for SHARING this to CONNECT more people to transform as we all SUPPORT a community rich with culture.🎭

Podcast Episode Chapters

00:00 Welcome to MyFESTUS.com Conversations

01:07 Meet Courtney Wisely: A Community Theater Visionary

03:49 Spotlight Community Theater: The Journey Begins

07:27 The Transformative Power of Theater

10:14 Building a Community Theater in Festus

12:52 Spotlight's Growth and Community Impact

Keywords

MyFESTUS, community theater, Spotlight Community Theater, Courtney Wisely, Festus, Missouri, theater education, local arts, community engagement, performing arts

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