Celebrating and preserving the performing arts in Westmoreland County
Our mission
The Theatre Factory is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the celebration and preservation of the performing arts in Westmoreland County. We are proud to provide a home for actors, singers, musicians, designers, and artists throughout the community. Your support makes our work possible – including our Kidworks program for the education of young performers, and our scholarship program that benefits local high school seniors.
Next on our stage
The SpongeBob Musical
Fri. July 19 at 7:30 pm
Sat. July 20 at 7:30 pm
Sun. July 21 at 2:00 pm
Thu. July 25 at 7:30 pm
Fri. July 26 at 7:30 pm
Sat. July 27 at 7:30 pm
A brilliant, bright, and hilarious show featuring irresistible characters and magical music, for audiences young and old!
When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. Can the power of optimism and community save the world?
Featuring: Theo Kutsko (SpongeBob SquarePants), Mairead Roddy (Sandy Cheeks), Brandon Farneth (Patrick Star), Noah Kendall (Squidward Q. Tentacles), Matt Dudley (Sheldon J. Plankton), David Nackman (Eugene Krabs), Amelia Passarelli-Roberts (Pearl Krabs), Madison Bosler (Karen the Computer), Jeremy McCawley (Perch Perkins/Electric Skate), Madyn Harris (Gary the Snail/Electric Skate), Kieran Craft (Electric Skate/Featured Ensemble), Rebekah Hukill (Mayor of Bikini Bottom), Cam Swartz (Patchy the Pirate/Sardine), Robbi Walker (Head Sardine/Dance Captain), Courtney Cambal (Mrs. Puff/Security Guard/Sardine), Tyler Neffield (Larry the Lobster), Jim Froehlich (Old Man Jenkins), Bee Roll (Buster Bluetang/Sardine), Jayna Kovel (Johnny the Bartender/Security Guard), Jade Goodes (Sardine/Featured Ensemble), Hannah Diaz (Teen Fan/Featured Ensemble), and Alena Wight (Teen Fan/Featured Ensemble).
The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series and features original songs by Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants, David Bowie, and more!
Directed by Olivia Hartle
Music Direction by Michael Meketa Sanchez
Featured choreography by Nicole Rae Jones
Assistant Director: Minnie Jones
Stage Manager: Liz (Carter) Yarnot
Assistant Stage Manager: Richard Lehman
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What our audiences say
“The quality of their productions is never less than excellent.”
— Pamela H.
“For a small theatre, the caliber of actors and actresses is phenomenal. Great shows and great people on staff.”
— David P.
“This place is awesome! They run great shows. My son has enjoyed performing here and we have enjoyed watching him and others onstage!”
— Scott H.
“Wonderful people running the theatre for many years. This is the first place my son performed at… [The Theatre Factory] made him realize what he wanted to do with his life.”
— Alexis B.
“Great prices on shows and a nice night out at the theatre.”
— Stephanie M.
“Great little theater with high quality productions.”
— Becky K.
“Comfy seats, small but enthusiastic staff. Wonderful performances!”
— Barbara D.
“Loved the set, the cast was awesome, this is such a wonderful asset to our community! You have to check it out!”
— Kerry G.
“We hope to come to many more shows. Thank you!”
— Holly L.