Your Guide to “Freaky 4th of July: MISCAST”

ByBrian Bateman
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  • What: A one-time, gender-bending musical revue—your favorite roles flipped on their head
  • When: July 4th, 11:30 AM–noon (right before the Sheboygan parade)
  • Where: Fountain Park Band Shell, Broughton Drive, Sheboygan, WI
  • Cost: Free! All ages welcome
  • Sponsor: Visit Sheboygan

Celebrate Independence Day with a theatrical twist: the Sheboygan Theatre Company (STC) kicks off its 92nd season on Friday, July 4, with “Freaky 4th of July: MISCAST.” Under the direction of Abi Charbonneau, 16 local performers will swap their usual parts for roles they’ve never tackled—imagine a Mary Poppins duet where Mary is played by… well, someone unexpected!

Tricia Roberts, STC’s Executive Director, explains:

“This show is a celebration of freedom—not just our nation’s, but the freedom to experiment on stage. Our cast is bursting with talent and ready to surprise you at every turn.”

Why You’ll Love It

  • Unexpected Pairings: Snapshots from past favorites like Legally Blonde get a fresh spin.
  • Sneak Peeks: Get an exclusive first look at numbers from next season’s Mamma Mia!
  • Community Vibes: Join neighbors and visitors alike for laughter, applause—and then head straight into the city parade.

Meet Your Director
Abi Charbonneau brings a bi-coastal résumé—from New York City Ballet collaborations to Disney Musicals in Schools—right here to Sheboygan. As the founder of the Emerging Artist Project, she’s passionate about making theater accessible to all ages. “Watching artists break out of their comfort zones is pure magic,” she says, “and it perfectly captures our Fourth of July spirit.”

Plan Your Visit

  • Arrive by 11:15 to grab a spot on the lawn.
  • Free parking is available in the adjacent lot off Michigan Avenue.
  • Pack a blanket or lawn chair—and maybe a picnic from one of our downtown food trucks.

For questions or special accommodations, contact the Community Recreation Department at (920) 459-3773 or visit www.stcshows.org.

About Sheboygan Theatre Company

Since 1934, STC has been a volunteer-driven, non-profit arm of the Sheboygan Area School District’s Community Recreation Department. Each season includes four main-stage productions at the Leslie W. Johnson Theatre (Horace Mann Middle School). Learn more at www.stcshows.org.

Tricia Roberts, 920-459-3773, stcshows@gmail.com

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