Community theater in Hickman, NE

Nebraska Communities Playhouse is the community theater we list in Hickman, Nebraska. 9 shows playing or coming up, 1 open audition, 11 camps and classes.

About Nebraska Communities Playhouse

Nebraska Communities Playhouse is a nonprofit community theater in Hickman. Alongside its mainstage productions, it runs youth programs through its Y.A.C.H.T. Club.

Website
neplayhouse.com ↗
Auditions
neplayhouse.com/auditions/producers ↗
Checked
We last checked their website on October 21, 2026
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Now playing and coming up

  1. Jekyll & Hyde

    Frank Wildhorn (music), Leslie Bricusse (book and lyrics)

    MusicalNot for kids

    Dr. Jekyll's attempt to separate good and evil creates a dangerous alter ego. The producer warns of mature themes, strong language, violence, and sexual content.

    Dates
    Fri Oct 23, 7:30pm
    Sat Oct 24, 7:30pm
    Sun Oct 25, 2pm
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Get tickets ↗ About the show ↗

    Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21

  2. Disney's Frozen

    Jennifer Lee (book), Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez (music and lyrics)

    MusicalFamily friendly

    Anna and Elsa reunite in a musical the producer calls a family favorite for all ages.

    Dates
    Fri Dec 4, 7:30pm
    Sat Dec 5, 7:30pm
    Sun Dec 6, 2pm
    Sun Dec 6, 7:30pm
    4 more datesFri Dec 11, 7:30pm
    Sat Dec 12, 2pm
    Sat Dec 12, 7:30pm
    Sun Dec 13, 2pm
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Get tickets ↗ About the show ↗

    Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21

  3. The Producers

    MusicalNot for kids

    Two theatrical schemers set out to create a Broadway flop. The producer warns of strong adult language, sexual humor, Nazi imagery, and other intentionally provocative content.

    Dates
    Fri Feb 19, 7:30pm
    Sat Feb 20, 7:30pm
    Sun Feb 21, 2pm
    Fri Feb 26, 7:30pm
    5 more datesSat Feb 27, 7:30pm
    Sun Feb 28, 2pm
    Fri Mar 5, 7:30pm
    Sat Mar 6, 7:30pm
    Sun Mar 7, 2pm
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372

    Confirm dates and times with the theater before you go.

    Get tickets ↗ About the show ↗

    Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21

  4. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

    Play

    Y.A.C.H.T. Club students stage a journey through Narnia.

    Dates
    Sat Mar 13, 4pm
    Sat Mar 13, 7pm
    Sun Mar 14, 2pm
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Get tickets ↗ About the show ↗

    Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21

  5. Steel Magnolias

    Play

    Friends support one another through joy and hardship at a Louisiana beauty salon.

    Dates
    Apr 2 to Apr 11. Check the theater for exact dates and times.
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372

    Confirm dates and times with the theater before you go.

    Get tickets ↗ About the show ↗

    Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21

  6. Once Upon a Mattress

    Musical

    A comic retelling of the princess and the pea story.

    Dates
    Apr 23 to May 2. Check the theater for exact dates and times.
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372

    Confirm dates and times with the theater before you go.

    Get tickets ↗ About the show ↗

    Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21

  7. Disney's Newsies

    Musical

    Young newspaper sellers unite to challenge powerful publishers.

    Dates
    Jun 11 to Jun 20. Check the theater for exact dates and times.
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372

    Confirm dates and times with the theater before you go.

    Get tickets ↗ About the show ↗

    Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21

  8. Disney's The Aristocats KIDS

    Musical

    Young performers stage a musical tale of Parisian cats.

    Dates
    Fri Jun 25, 4pm
    Fri Jun 25, 7pm
    Sat Jun 26, 2pm
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Get tickets ↗ About the show ↗

    Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21

  9. How to Train Your Dragon The Musical JR.

    Musical

    Y.A.C.H.T. Club students stage Hiccup's unlikely friendship with a dragon.

    Dates
    Fri Jul 16, 4pm
    Fri Jul 16, 7pm
    Sat Jul 17, 2pm
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Get tickets ↗ About the show ↗

    Checked against the theater's site on Wed Oct 21

Auditions

  1. The Producers

    MusicalYouth & adultsVideo OK
    When
    Fri Nov 20, 6pm
    Fri Nov 20, 7:15pm
    Fri Nov 20, 8:30pm
    Sat Nov 21, 1pm
    Sat Nov 21, 2:15pm
    Sat Nov 21, 3:30pm
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Roles
    Principal, supporting, featured, and ensemble roles; applicants must be 16 or older.
    Ages
    16+
    Prepare
    Prepare a one-minute song cut in the style of the show, but not from The Producers. Bring dance clothes and shoes. Video applicants submit a viewable solo link with their application by November 20 at 8 PM.
    Callbacks
    Sunday, November 22, 2026, 2 to 6 PM by invitation.
    Rehearsals
    Rehearsals tentatively begin January 4, 2027, Monday to Friday, 6 to 10 PM; schedule varies by casting.
    Performs
    February 19 to March 7, 2027; nine performances.

    Note: No actor payment terms are stated. Video submission is an alternative to attending, with a Friday, November 20, 8 PM deadline.

    Full notice ↗

    Checked against the theater's notice on Wed Oct 21

Camps and classes

  1. Choreography Workshop

    WorkshopYouth
    About
    Build storytelling and character through movement.
    Ages
    Grades 1-6
    Dates
    Nov 21 to Nov 21
    Schedule
    November 21, 2026, 9 AM to noon
    Cost
    $30
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  2. Choreography Masterclass

    WorkshopYouth
    About
    Build storytelling and character through movement.
    Ages
    Grades 6-12
    Dates
    Nov 21 to Nov 21
    Schedule
    November 21, 2026, 9 AM to noon
    Cost
    $45
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  3. Puppets

    WorkshopYouth
    About
    Design and create puppets for storytelling.
    Ages
    All grades
    Dates
    Jan 9 to Jan 9
    Schedule
    2027-01-09; session time on registration listing
    Cost
    $35
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  4. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Y.A.C.H.T. production

    ClassYouth
    About
    Youth production experience with rehearsals and performances.
    Ages
    Ages 9-14
    Dates
    Jan 16 to Mar 14
    Schedule
    Saturday rehearsals January 16 to March 13, 9 AM to 3 PM; performances March 13 and 14.
    Cost
    $375
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  5. Directing

    WorkshopYouth
    About
    Develop a directing vision and guide short scenes.
    Ages
    All grades
    Dates
    Mar 20 to Mar 20
    Schedule
    2027-03-20; session time on registration listing
    Cost
    $35
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  6. Props

    WorkshopYouth
    About
    Explore how props are made and used in a story.
    Ages
    All grades
    Dates
    Apr 10 to Apr 10
    Schedule
    2027-04-10; session time on registration listing
    Cost
    $35
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  7. Script Writing

    WorkshopYouth
    About
    Develop character, dialogue, and short scenes.
    Ages
    All grades
    Dates
    May 8 to May 8
    Schedule
    2027-05-08; session time on registration listing
    Cost
    $35
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  8. Audition with Confidence

    WorkshopYouth
    About
    Practice preparation and performance skills for auditions.
    Ages
    All grades
    Dates
    Jun 12 to Jun 12
    Schedule
    2027-06-12; session time on registration listing
    Cost
    $35
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  9. Disney's The Aristocats KIDS Summer Sail

    ClassYouth
    About
    Summer musical production program.
    Ages
    Ages 5-10
    Dates
    Jun 14 to Jun 26
    Schedule
    Weekdays June 14 to 25, 9 AM to 3 PM; performances June 25 and 26.
    Cost
    $425
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  10. How to Train Your Dragon The Musical JR. Summer Sail

    ClassYouth
    About
    Summer musical production program.
    Ages
    Ages 9-14
    Dates
    Jul 5 to Jul 17
    Schedule
    Weekdays July 5 to 16, 9 AM to 3 PM; performances July 16 and 17.
    Cost
    $425
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

  11. Between the Lines JR. Summer Sail

    ClassYouth
    About
    Summer musical production program; performances fall after the nine-month show window.
    Ages
    Ages 11-17
    Dates
    Jul 18 to Jul 31
    Schedule
    Weekdays July 18 to 30, 9 AM to 3 PM; performances July 30 and 31.
    Cost
    $425
    Where
    Nebraska Communities Playhouse, 217 Locust Street, Hickman, NE 68372
    Sign up
    neplayhouse.com/yacht
    Full details ↗

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