The Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild has proudly served the community for 45 years! We promote the expression of ideas, foster creativity, and embrace all. Since 2005, our Grand Theatre has been a place to entertain, educate and experience the arts. Welcome!
Beetlejuice Jr
Our Musical Theatre Camp students will present four performances of Beetlejuice Jr. This is a musical based on the hit movie. Directed by Hannah Hedberg with music direction by Luke Otto, these talented kids will present a show you shouldn’t miss! 7:30pm, July 31 and August 1 and 1:30pm, August 1 & 2 at The Grand. For tickets, go to: https://chippewavalleytheatreguild.ludus.com/200539808
Season 45
Season tickets are on sale for the Theatre Guild’s 2026-2027 Season. Season 45 Brochure 2026 2027 Pages in Order
Season Ticket Order Form 2026 2027
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Enjoy some great t-shirts, coffee cups, magnets… makes a great gift! We have gift certificates, too! For more information, call 715-832-7529 or email cvtgact@aol.com.
Tickets
For tickets to any CVTG show, call 715-832-7529. To purchase tickets online: Tickets to Shows!
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Auditions
The Diary of Anne Frank Auditions
Directed by Frank Bartella
7pm, August 3 & 4 at the Grand Theatre
We are looking for a cast of 13:
Anne Frank, female 13 – 19
Otto & Edith Frank, male 30’s – 50’s
Margot Frank, female 15 – 19
Mr. & Mrs. Van Daan, 30’s – 50’s
Peter Van Daan, male 14 – 19
Jan Dussel, male 40’s – 70’s
Miep Gies, female 20’s – 40’s
Mr. Kraler, male 20’s – 60’s
Nazi Soldiers/Officers, male 18 – 40’s
No preparation is necessary. Rehearsals begin Aug. 10. Shows are Oct. 1-4, 8-11 at
The Grand. For more info, call 715-832-7529 or e-mail us at cvtgact@aol.com.
Jagged Little Pill Musical Auditions
Directed by Keith Lorasch
7pm, Sept. 8 & 9 at the Grand Theatre
Ages 16 through middle age. Male and female. All must be able to sing, not all need to dance. There is one female specialty dancer. Several small speaking roles. Link to audition songs and readings for specific characters: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GKoqm9aftkQ8eWQ0McERfIy7IAD6aLD1?usp=sharing
Performers interested in chorus roles will be asked to choose from those selections. Dance will be part of the audition.
Mary Jane “MJ” Healy: Picture perfect, suburban mom
Steve Healy: MJ’s workaholic attorney husband
Nick Healy: Overachieving high school senior
Frankie Healy: Outspoken adopted black teenager
Jo: Frankie’s edgy, protective best friend
Phoenix: Charming new boy at school
Bella: Free spirited classmate of Nick and Frankie
Ensemble: Doctors, Teens, Moms, Teacher, Pharmacist and more.
Rehearsals begin Sept. 21. Show dates: Nov. 12-15 at the Jamf.
E-mail Keith at kjlorasch@yahoo.com for more information.
For students going into college: Watch these fun Audition Do’s and Dont’s! Here is a link to another great resource: Theatre Auditions Q&A.
Volunteers
The Theatre Guild offers volunteer opportunities for:
Performers, Musicians, Directors, Costumers, Carpenters, Painters, Designers, Lighting Techs,
Sound Techs, Backstage Crews & More
Make new friends; learn new skills. Call 715-832-7529 or contact us to get involved. Watch our Facebook page for volunteer needs!
Education and Scholarships
We offer a variety of educational opportunities throughout the year. Registration for our Fall and Spring Afterschool programs will begin after Labor Day. The fall session will run October 19-November 21 and the spring session will run April 20-May 22. Scholarships are available. For questions email cvtgact@aol.com or call 715-832-7529.
Carr Groenewold College Scholarships
The Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild is seeking applications for their 2026 Carr Groenewold Scholarship Program. $1,200 in scholarship funds will be divided among one to three students and is awarded annually to a high school senior(s) pursuing music or theatre in college in the fall and/or a college student(s) continuing in music or theatre.
Applications are due April 17, 2026. Scholarships will be awarded in May.
Link to scholarship application: Scholarship App 2026
Venues
Grand Theatre
The Grand Theatre is part of CVTG’s office, performance and rehearsal space. Free parking is available on nearby streets and lots.
Pablo Arts Center
Pablo Arts Center is across the footbridge from the Grand Theatre. It contains two performance spaces, the RCU Theatre and the JAMF Theatre. Free parking is available in some lots and on the streets (look carefully for parking signs). There is paid parking available in one of the nearby Eau Claire ramps, or you may choose valet parking right in front of the center.
Board & Staff
Board of Directors
Emily Kassera, President
Teacher – Altoona School District
Cindy Fahser, Vice President
Retired Educator
Greg Banchy, Treasurer
Attorney, Banchy Law Office
Ron Bower
Freelance Marketing Specialist
Sadie Patko
Customer Service, Xcel Energy
Reid Sollberger
Playwright
David Hirsch, Past President
Physician, Marshfield Clinic
Staff
Ann Sessions, Executive Director
Tim Menebroeker, Tech Director
Volunteer
Angie Alexander, Volunteer Coordinator
Mission
The Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild develops, encourages, and promotes opportunities for community members in the Chippewa Valley community to experience quality theatre, whether on the stage, in the audience, behind the scenes, or in a classroom.
The mission of the Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild is to produce a broad spectrum of high-quality theatrical presentations, to delight and challenge our audiences, to provide hands-on learning experiences in all aspects of the theatre for children and adults, and to nurture and celebrate the achievements of our volunteers.
Theatre for Kids’ Mission
The Theatre Guild’s children’s programming develops, encourages, and promotes quality theatre experiences that delight and challenge our participants and audiences.
The mission of Theatre for Kids is to nurture an appreciation for theatre in children, to celebrate theatrical achievements of participants, and to provide affordable, accessible, and educational hands-on experiences to the youth in our community in all aspects of theatre.
Code of Conduct
Values
Integrity
We believe that honesty, respect, and fairness are essential to everything we do.
Encouragement
We promote the expression of ideas, foster individual creativity and effort, and embrace the acceptance of others.
Cooperation
We believe collaboration, inclusiveness, and teamwork are vital for a quality organization and a vibrant arts community.
Recognition
We are committed to the acknowledgment and open appreciation of all our volunteers.
Enjoyment
Our success is dependent on an atmosphere which is fun, friendly, comfortable, and positive for everyone.
Our History
Season Sponsors
Xcel Energy Foundation
Wisconsin Public Radio
Eau Claire Community Foundation
Pablo Center at the Confluence
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Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild
102 W Grand Ave
Eau Claire, WI 54703
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