Get Involved
The stars are not the only ones who shine at the Columbian
Membership
Your tax deductible donation helps keep this treasured piece of history as a vital community gathering place and the heart of the performing and visual arts community for Northeast Kansas. Choose the Membership Package that fits your needs today or see our members here.
FRIENDS SOCIETY | $50+
Friends Society Members will receive invitations to Columbian hosted events, one voting privilege at the Annual Meeting, email information and recognition in the Official Columbian Theatre Playbill and website. This Membership is wonderful for anyone that wants to donate without any extra-ordinary benefits!
ENSEMBLE SOCIETY | $150
Ensemble Society memberships includes all of the Friends Society benefits, One Complimentary Ticket to all Mainstage Productions (plays and musicals) as well as VIP Invitation to Opening Night Receptions, a Discounted rate at the OZ Museum and 10% discount on One Theatre Academy Registration.
HEADLINER SOCIETY | $300
In addition to Friends Society perks, Our Headliner Society Members will also receive TWO Complimentary tickets to all six mainstage productions or 2 tickets to all three special events. Plus, a VIP invitation to opening night receptions, discounted rate at the OZ Museum and 10% off one child’s theatre academy registration.
ARTIST SOCIETY | $500
Not only will the Artist Society Membership level allow you Friends Society benefits, but it will also get you two complimentary tickets to all mainstage production and special events, as well as VIP invitation to Opening Night Receptions and a discounted rate at the OZ Museum.
THEATRE ACADEMY SOCIETY | $500
Do you have children who love theatre as much as we do? Then we have the package for you! This Package comes with registration to our Summer, Fall, And Winter Theatre Academies, as well as a ticket to one night of each show!
STANDING OVATION SOCIETY | $750
With this Standing Ovation Society Membership, you will receive six season tickets to all six mainstage shows, a discounted rate at the OZ Museum, 15% off a registration to a theatre academy, VIP invitation to opening night receptions, and of course an invitation to our annual meeting!
LEGENDS SOCIETY | $1,000
This is where legends are made! The Legends Society comes with Friends Society perks, plus eight season tickets to all six mainstage shows, VIP invitation to opening night receptions, a discounted rate at the OZ Museum and 15% off one child’s theatre academy registration.
1895 SOCIETY | $1,500+
Our organization is deeply committed to honoring its roots while enhancing our Community ties. We wanted to offer a package dedicated to those roots. This Society membership comes with perks that go above and beyond, putting your preferences first. In addition to the Friends Society perks, you will have several customizable options! Each package comes with; ten season tickets to all six mainstage shows or table of 8 to all 3 special events. In addition to your choice of bottle service at an event, VIP experience at one concert, or a $500 rental credit. You will also receive a VIP invitation to opening night receptions, a discounted rate at the OZ Museum, and 20% off one child’s theatre academy registration.
Sponsorship
For more than two decades, we have had the privilege of cultivating the arts and entertainment community in Wamego. Through your donations and sponsorships, the Foundation can not only maintain a high standard of excellence for our patrons, but continue to establish new and unique programming each session.
TALENT AGENT | $500 - $999
Sponsorship level allows you a black & white logo in the current season’s program, listing on The Columbian Theatre’s website and 2 free tickets to the show(s) of your choice. Your company will also enjoy VIP access to one Opening Night Reception of your choice.
TALENT MANAGER | $1,000 - $2,499
Talent Manager level sponsorship grants you a color logo in the current season’s program, listing on The Columbian Theatre’s website with a linked logo, 4 free tickets to the show(s) of your choice, and VIP Access to all Opening Night Receptions.
TALENT PROMOTER | $2,500 - $4,999
By becoming a Talent Promoter, you will earn a color logo in the season program and on all Sponsored Event Advertisements, Autographed and Framed Poster from event Talent, and you will be listed on The Columbian Theatre website. Talent Promoters will also receive VIP access to all Opening Night Receptions of mainstage shows and 12 free tickets to the show(s) of your choice OR a Decorated table of 8 to the Sponsored Event.
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER | $5,000+
The top sponsorship level, Executive Producer, gives you a color logo in sponsored production advertisements and all programs. You will also have the chance to be celebrated by having your own Opening Night Reception for the sponsored show, with VIP access to all others. This level comes with an exclusive opportunity to place an insert in the program of your sponsored production, while receiving an autographed and framed poster from the show. To top it all off, enjoy 26 tickets to mainstage productions (10 to the sponsored show, 4 to each other mainstage show) OR a table of 8 to 3 events.
Auditions
We are looking for the star of our next show. Could that be you? Bring your talent to the Columbian Theatre today!
Sister Act
AUDITIONS: Dec 8-9 @ 6:30PM
Book by Bill & Cheri Steinkellner
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Glenn Slater
Performances: Feb 21-22, Feb 28 and March 1-2, & 7-9, 2025
Tony-nominated Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based upon the hit film that has audiences jumping to their feet. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood. Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless.
Steel Magnolias
AUDITIONS: Feb 2-3 @ 6:30 PM
By Robert Harling
Directed by Bryan Scruggs
Performances: April 11-13 & 18-20, 2025
In Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies who are “anybody” come to have their hair done. Helped by her eager new assistant, Annelle (who is not sure whether or not she is still married), the outspoken, wise-cracking Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice to the town’s rich curmudgeon, Ouiser; an eccentric millionaire, Miss Clairee, who has a raging sweet tooth; and the local social leader, M’Lynn, whose daughter, Shelby (the prettiest girl in town), is about to marry a “good ole boy.” Filled with hilarious repartee and not a few acerbic but humorously revealing verbal collisions. When tragedy strikes, the sudden realization of their mortality affects the others, but also draws on the underlying strength—and love—which give the play, and its characters, the special quality to make them truly touching, funny and marvelously amiable company in good times and bad.
Into The Woods
AUDITIONS: March 30-31 @ 6:30 PM
Book by James Lapine
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Directed by Brent Sigman
Performances: June 6-8, 13-15, & 20-22, 2025
The Tony Award-winning musical fairy tale follows The Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
A Christmas Carol - A Radio Play
AUDITIONS: Performing Now!
Written by Philip Grecian, based upon the novel by Charles Dickens
Directed by Quincy McKinney
Performances Dec 6-8 & 13-15, 2024
The classic story told as a radio drama onstage, complete with sound effects and music cues, about Ebenezer Scrooge who is visited by the ghosts of his former partner, Jacob Marley, and the Spirits of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet To Come. Throughout his journeys, he is shown the error of his ways and learns many lessons along the way.
Additional information regarding auditions can be located on our Facebook page.
Volunteer
We are always looking for volunteers for the box office, ushers, backstage crew, tour guides and more. If you’d like to come be a part of the magic, please fill out the form below! We will contact you to discuss what volunteer options are available.
