SLCT’S ‘Exit Laughing’ Promises Surprises Galore The cast has been rehearsing for weeks, and they look forward to presenting one of the funniest and uplifting shows Sun Lakes Community Theatre (SLCT) has offered. Opening on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 6:30 p.m., the show promises to entertain, surprise, and delight its audiences. “This has been a…
Kate King-Turner Some adult content should be expected in the comedic, yet poignant, live theater production coming in November, which will entertain audiences from start to finish. The story revolves around Connie, Leona, and Millie, three members of a weekly bridge game mourning the loss of their fourth member, Mary. To honor Mary’s memory, Millie…
Sharon Gerdik, Member, SLCT Board of Directors Hopefully, some of you had the opportunity to read an article I had published in the May edition of the Splash regarding an extensive description of our Sun Lakes Community Theatre group (SLCT). We would love to increase our membership, and I explained the many ways we could…
Jeanne Becker, Foundation Treasurer The Greater Sun Lakes Community Foundation has donated $6,000 to Sun Lakes Community Theatre (SLCT) to replace a 15-year-old lighting console, which at the last theatrical production at Oakwood, simply quit working. They were able to finish the show by borrowing the console owned by CWPV and stored at the Cottonwood…
Roger Edmonds, Sun Lakes Community Theatre’s (SLCT) education liaison, was excited to present a $1,000 scholarship award to Abigayle Groves, a graduating senior from Chandler High who plans to major in theater arts in college. Abby performed two monologues and wowed the membership with a song at the April general meeting. SLCT supports local theater…
Sharon Gerdik How long have you lived in Sun Lakes? Have you been here for years? Did you just move here recently? Are you here for just part of each year? No matter which category you fall into, you should consider joining the Sun Lakes Community Theatre (SLCT)! Whatever your skills and interests may be,…
Sharon Gerdik On Feb. 8, prior to the general meeting of the Sun Lakes Community Theatre (SLCT), the members in attendance were treated to some delightful entertainment. Actors, singers, dancers, improv, and members of their high school theater groups were invited from six local Chandler high schools. They included Basha, Casteel, Chandler, Hamilton, Perry, and…
The Winter Dinner & Variety Show was a huge success for Sun Lakes Community Theatre (SLCT), the performers, emcees, stagehands, sound, and light crews. Organizers Nancy Patterson and Kate King-Turner were thrilled with the results, as were audiences on both nights. From the first day sell-out of tickets to the final curtain call for performers,…
The Verdeen cousins of Sweet Gum, Texas, are at it again! This hilarious comedy will feature Diana Nelinson in the role of CeeCee Windham, the local TV host. Playing Gaynelle Verdeen will be Ginger Henry. Her cousin Peaches Verdeen Belrose will be played by Joyce Recupido, and her other cousin Jimmie Wyvette Verdeen will be…
Mark Wenz Sun Lakes Community Theatre (SLCT) is delighted to welcome a new member, Jess Alberts, to its ranks. Jess auditioned and performed in the theater group’s most recent play, The Sweet Delilah Swim Club. Before retiring and moving to Sun Lakes with her husband Jim, Jess was a President’s Professor at ASU where she…