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February 2023
The Diary of Anne Frank is one of the most famous and haunting stories to emerge from the 20th Century. The memoirs of this young Jewish girl, forced to hide for nearly two years to escape Nazi persecution, are an essential part of how we remember one of the darkest periods of human history. Every generation encounters the text and has the same reaction. In the face of such inhumanity, the human spirit still perseveres. The production is under the direction of guest artist, George Judy, professor of theatre at Louisiana State University. It features a mixture of students and professional teaching artists. The role of Anne Frank will be played by Eva Gassert, a sophomore at Nease Highschool.
October 2023
Apex Theatre Studio presents "Antigone" based on the play by Sophocles. The new king, Creon, is desperate to gain control ravaged by civil war and refuses to bury the body of Antigone’s rebellious brother. Outraged, Antigone defies him and honors her brother. Creon takes action against her, risking the wrath of the gods.
November 2023
Join us for an unforgettable experience as Apex brings you a spectacular performance of Godspell! This in-person event will be held at the beautiful St Francis In-The-Field Church in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, USA. Get ready to be mesmerized by the timeless story of Jesus Christ, told through captivating music and powerful performances. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the magic of Godspell in a stunning setting. Mark your calendars and get ready for an evening filled with joy, inspiration, and unforgettable memories. See you there!
December 2023
On December 19th , “It’s A Wonderful Life” the beloved American holiday class, will come to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful night. “We wanted to offer something which allowed families to gather together once all the shopping and the running around have commenced,” remarked Ian Mairs, Director of Apex Theatre Studio. “The live radio format and 1940s setting will transport the audience back to another time and place. The play’s message has resonated for over 75 years because it is timeless,” Mairs added.
April 2024
Disney’s Finding Nemo Kids is a short musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.