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Join The Junior Players of TPS for their Spring Production
It sure is hard to be humble when you're a swashbuckling, egocentric super-hero like Robin Hood. But our gallant guy-in-green tries his best as he swaggers through The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood, a frantically funny, Monty Pythonesque retelling of the classic by Mary Lynn Dobson. This time around, the legendary legend, in his never-ending quest to aid the needy, encounters a lovely damsel-in-distress (oddly obsessed with skin conditions); an ever-scheming sheriff who would rather bowl a strike than hit a bull's-eye; a gold-hoarding, bad-guy monarch wannabe; and a good-natured "Town's Lady" who manages to narrate her way into every scene, whether she belongs there or not. Combine them with an expandable band of spoon-wielding Merry Men whose good natured hearts are bigger than their street smarts, and you've got an irreverent jaunt through Sherwood Forest you won't soon forget!
This event is perfect for audiences of all ages. Bring the whole family out to a great show!
Auditions Open for our Summer Shakespeare Series featuring the Tragedy of Macbeth
The Player's Studio community troupe is seeking actors and crew ages 16 and over to participate in our presentation of William Shakespeare's Macbeth. This tragic tale of the supernatural, power and manipulation will begin rehearsals in April with plans for performances in mid June. Our adaptation has been edited by director Karen Culbertson and will be set in a nondescript dystopia that appears to be on the edge of collapse. Interested parties can click the link here or in our social media Bio for full instructions. Questions may be emailed to [email protected]
Season 9 Sponsors Wanted
It's not too late to become Season 9 Sponsor with The Player's Studio. There are still three regular season shows for local businesses to support. And at TPS we believe that Community Theatre should be for the whole community and BY the community. One important way the community can be involved is through Production Sponsorships. The money raised through these incredible business alliances help us pay for construction materials, costumes, and class supplies all while keeping the cost of the program affordable for families. Plus, your business gets a lot of exposure as your advertisement page can be seen by 300 to 400 people or more. The packages are affordable and many come with great perks, including tickets to your sponsored show. Join the team and be part of helping TPS bring stories to life on the stage.
You can also help by checking out our Amazon Wishlist or making a donation to our program via our PayPal link!
A Murder is Announced Dinner Theatre Production
Thank you to everyone at the McAllen Mobile Home Park and those who attended our SOLD OUT dinner performance of Agatha Christie's A Murder is Announced. You were such fantastic audiences and a joy to perform for. We cannot wait to do it again next year. Also a very special thanks to Valley Psychological Services for sponsoring this show, Cordon's Taste of Chicago for the delicious food, all our Season Sponsors for their continued support, and the volunteers and actors who made the whole thing come to life. Bravo to everyone of you. Photo Credit to Odessa Tinay.
Announcing TPS Season 9
PRODUCTIONS
Our Season 8 School Productions
Every Season our homeschool classes present a variety of productions for the public. These programs represent the original foundation of The Player's Studio. Over the course of the past eight seasons we have done dozens of shows. Head to our Productions page here on the website to get an overview of all the wonderful shows we have done through the years. You'll also have a chance to see The Community Players productions and our collaboration with the Rio Grande Valley Down Syndrome Association. You can even see some of our programs, too.
A Christmas Carol
Charles Dickens' beloved classic comes to the stage with Dickens himself as part of the story. Ebeneezer Scrooge is synonymous with greed and misery. He has allowed his heart to become cold and bitter and the people of London fear him. But from beyond the grave his deceased friend Jacob Marley offers Scrooge a second chance. Three ghosts take the old man on a journey that will change Scrooge forever. The High School Players and the Junior Players combined to bring this story of redemption to life for the RGV in December of 2024.
Peter Rabbit Tales
Founder and director Karen Culbertson crafted this stage Production especially for the Young Players. Combining three of Beatrix Potter's rabbit Tales we follow Peter and his cousin Benjamin Bunny as they jump from one troublesome adventure to another. Along the way audiences meet many of the favorites characters that populate Potter's world. Peter's sisters seek out their own adventure, Thomasina Mouse saves the day, Squirrel Nutkin strives to keep the peace and even the Puddle Ducks get a mention. This was an adorable show enjoyed by all performed in the fall of 2024.
Sherlock Holmes: The Baker Street Irregulars
Sherlock Holmes is the world's most famous detective. But we would be mistaken to think he does it all without help. We're not talking about Watson; we mean The Baker Street Irregulars. From his first famous mystery Holmes has employed the help of some of London's street children to gather information. Now these youngsters are crime solvers in their own right. They are about to solve their most important mystery of all - who killed Sherlock Holmes. The Junior Players were thrilled to bring this show to audiences in the Spring of 2025.
Peter Pan: Saving Neverland
The classic Children's tale by JM Barrie gets a little twist in this new adaptation by The Players. Peter Pan once again whisks Wendy and her brothers off to Neverland for high adventure and big fun. However, not all is well in the land where children never grow up. Tiger Lily is done with Peter's games, Peter's reckless behavior is causing trouble for the children and Captain Hook has decided to take Neverland for the pirates. Peter will have to do the unthinkable, mature! At least enough to understand that everyone needs help once in a while, that friends come from unexpected places, and that strength in numbers is far better than going it alone. Can he do it in time to save Neverland? The high school class produced this magical tale in the Spring of 2025, closing out the official productions of Season 8.
ADULT CLASSES
The Community Players
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Why let the kids have all the fun?
Community is essential to performing arts, and at The Player's Studio it is our goal to promote community. Cue The Community Players. Are you a former theatre kid looking to jump back into the drama scene? Maybe you want to try acting or technical theatre for the first time. If so, this program is for you. We are looking for any local community member with a passion for creativity and the desire to be part of something unique and new. Click the registration link below to be added to our email list and join us to make Community theatre happen.
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The Player’s Studio is a non-profit drama club and performing group based in North McAllen, Texas. We exist to serve the greater McAllen area with particular focus on youth and youth/community involvement through access to the performing arts and education.
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