Sheboygan Theatre Company to present Freaky 4th of July
The one-day-only celebration of musical theater with a twist is set for July 4th
SHEBOYGAN — As part of Visit Sheboygan’s Freedom Fest, the Sheboygan Theatre Company will present Freaky 4th of July: MISCAST.
This high-energy, gender-bending, role-reversing performance will take place on Friday, July 4th at 11:30 AM at the Fountain Park Band Shell.
The performance is a one-morning-only celebration of musical theater where anyone can play anything. This patriotic twist on the popular miscast concept features iconic numbers from past STC favorites like Mary Poppins and Legally Blonde, plus sneak previews from the upcoming season, including Mamma Mia.
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“We’re delighted to celebrate Independence Day with this unique theatrical experience that truly embodies freedom of expression,” said STC Executive Director Tricia Roberts. “This production celebrates breaking boundaries and showcases the joy of artistic exploration.”
The 16-member cast will tackle roles they would never traditionally be cast in, creating a morning of surprises, laughter, and exceptional entertainment before the community gathers for the traditional Fourth of July parade. “Our talented cast of 16 performers will create a vibrant, high-energy experience that turns tradition on its head while reminding us all that theater is about possibility and imagination.,” added Roberts.
The show will be directed by Abi Charbonneau, a Midwest-born theater artist and choreographer based in the greater Milwaukee area. With five years of bi-coastal educational residences, Charbonneau has collaborated with organizations including the New York City Ballet, Theatre Aspen, Brooklyn Acting Lab, and Theater for Young Audiences. She is also the founder of the Emerging Artist Project, an in-school theater residency program providing accessible theater workshops to students in K-12th grade settings in the greater Sheboygan County area.
“There’s something magical about watching performers step outside their comfort zones and embrace roles they’ve always dreamed of playing,” said Charbonneau. “This miscast celebration is all about artistic freedom and the joy of performance.”
This is a free community performance.
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