Company
Mission Statement
- To produce a challenging and diverse repertoire of theatrical work that speaks to the intelligence, the soul, and the imagination of the Memphis community;
- To provide a nurturing artistic home for actors, directors, designers, and staff in which they can practice their craft and share their talent; and
- To make all of our productions available through access, outreach, and educational activities to everyone in the community regardless of financial circumstances.
Company History
In the summer of 1965 Jackie Nichols was a rising senior at Overton High School. He teamed up with fellow students to form a troupe of actors to perform shows in churches and civic centers. They called themselves The Circuit Players and for the next four years they performed a variety of musicals and straight plays wherever they could. More...
Internships/Associate Company Members
We are looking for those who live and perform well in a communal situation and are willing to commit for the long term. Internship/Associate Company Member contracts. Housing, local phone, washer and dryer are provided. $100.00 a week stipend is provided. More...
Resident Company
Click here for a guide of who's who in Playhouse on the Square's Resident and Associate Company this season.
Behind the scenes
Administrative Staff
L-R: Executive Producer - Jackie Nichols, Associate Producer/Development - Michael Detroit, Managing Director - Whitney Jo, Associate Director - Dave Landis, Finance Director - Kittianne Velloff, Director of Auditions and Special Events - Courtney Oliver, Director of Ticketing and Sales - Rhonda Brown, Box Office Assistant Manager - Patrick Kittredge, Administrative Assistant - Candice Gibson, Production Manager - Katharine Stubblefield.
Technical Staff
L-R: Technical Director - Kat De Camillo, Assistant Technical Director/Master Carpenter - Peter Trigg, Resident Lighting Designer/Master Electrician - John Horan, Resident Sound Designer - Noah Glenn, Resident Costume Designer - Rebecca Y. Powell, The Circuit Playhouse Costume Designer - Amie Eoff, Resident Music Director - Renee Kemper, Costume Rental Manager - Irene Crist, Director of Facilities - Eddie Lee Thornton, Sr., Facilities Manager - Michael J. Vails, Facilities - Stephen Forsyth, Web Design - Rory Dale.
Theatre Education Staff
L-R: Theatre for Youth Director - Karin Barile, Theatre for Youth Assistant Director - Daniel L. Martin, Theatre for Youth Assistant Director - David Shipley
