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Danae DeShazer (she/her) is a professional director, actor, teaching artist, and choreographer with a varied career that has swept her all across the country.

As the Associate Artistic Director at McLeod Summer Playhouse in Carbondale, Illinois, she directed "9 to 5, The Musical," "The Drowsy Chaperone," "Once Upon a Mattress," and the Illinois Premiere of "Polkadots! The Cool Kids Musical." She has toured with several youth theater companies, including The National Theatre for Children, Prairie Fire Children's Theatre, and Lexington Children's Theatre. As an actor, some of her favorite roles include Donna in "Mamma Mia," Polly in "Crazy For You," Baker's Wife in "Into The Woods," and Violet in "Side Show."

In addition to her life as a professional theater artist, she has worked in marketing & public relations for 10 years, most recently as the Director of Brand Strategy at Bradenton’s premier branding studio, Sokos Solutions. She has also served as an arts administrator at organizations like TADA! Youth Theater (NYC), Florida Studio Theatre, and the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Sarasota County.

She's the producing artistic director of The Hat Theater Collective (atthehat.org) in Bradenton, FL.

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Weathervane Theatre Launches New Program To Celebrate New Works In The North Country


The Weathervane Theatre has announced a brand new initiative to celebrate new voices, new works, and the creative spirit. In September, it will launch a new play festival called North Country New Works, which will feature excerpts from 10 new plays and musicals, written by and featuring Weathervane company members.

Experience the Enchanting World of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at Weathervane Theatre


Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' with Weathervane Theatre's captivating production. Don't miss the chance to experience the magic firsthand.

DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS To Open at Weathervane Theatre


The Weathervane Theatre will present the sexy and irreverent musical comedy Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Sponsored by White Mountain International, LLC, this escapist fantasy plays in alternating rep at the Weathervane August 10 - 31, 2023.

The Hat Theater Collective Donates $4400 To Manatee County Non-Profit For Historical Preservation


The Hat Theater Collective, a new immersive theater company in Bradenton, has announced a charitable contribution in the amount of $4400 to the Manatee County Historical Commission, Inc.

The Hat Theater Collective Announces Its Cast For THE BALLAD OF OLD MANATEE


The Hat Theater Collective has announced the cast and creative team of the World Premiere of The Ballad of Old Manatee, co-created by Founder and Producing Artistic Director, Danae DeShazer, and Derek Brookens.

Jump Encore! Announces Full Cast and Crew For INTO THE WOODS


The newly expanded Jump Encore! has announced its full cast and creative team for their inaugural production of Into the Woods! Jump Encore! has been producing children's productions for the last 8 years as part of Jump Dance Company in Lakewood Ranch.

New Jump Encore! Announces Full Cast And Crew For INTO THE WOODS At Hunsader Farms


The newly expanded Jump Encore! has announced its full cast and creative team for their inaugural production of Into the Woods! Jump Encore! has been producing children's productions for the last 8 years as part of Jump Dance Company in Lakewood Ranch.

Sarajane Mullins, Amish Acres' Original ANNIE, Returns After Twenty Years As Miss Hannigan


The Round Barn Theatre first produced "Annie" in 1996, its first year of repertory theatre. Nine year old Sarajane Morse Mullins captured the hearts of that first year's audience as the world's most famous redhead. Now twenty-two years later, Sarajane returns as Miss Hannigan on the same stage she began her professional career. Annie's red dress has been passed to Maddi Reese Ames, the next generation of budding starlets. It promises to be a special homecoming and debut for the two actresses and audiences.

LEND ME A TENOR Comes to Round Barn Theatre at Amish Acres


Who'd a thunk that Othello could be so funny? Okay, maybe Shakespeare's tragedy remains one of the most painful of his plays to watch, but if you just get the H out of the way Otello the opera can become a real laugh riot when it is at the heart of the Ken Ludwig's farcical "Lend Me A Tenor."

LEND ME A TENOR Takes Stage At The Round Barn Theatre


It's the biggest night in the history of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company. World-famous tenor, Tito Merelli, is to perform Pagliacci at the 50th Anniversary season opener.

World-Premiere Musical THE WHITE BUGGYThe White Buggy Comes to Amish Acres Round Barn Theatre


The Round Barn Theatre at Amish Acres presents the premiere of a new musical, 'The White Buggy,' Book and Lyrics by Frank Ramirez, Music and Lyrics by Steve Engle, Conceived by Richard Pletcher. One Night Only, Monday, September 17, at 8:00 PM. Tickets $15, groups of ten or more $10, special Haystack Dinner $9.95 served 6:00 - 7:00 PM. For reservations and information call the box office at 800-800-4942.

Photo Flash: George M. Cohan III Visits TheatreZone's GEORGE M!


TheatreZone closed their sold-out run of "George M!" with a surprise audience guest who's no stranger to George M. Cohan's trademark songs and signature performance style. George M. Cohan III, George M. Cohan's great-great nephew and Florida resident, came to enjoy "Over There," "Give My Regards to Broadway," and, of course, "You're a Grand Old Flag,' complimenting the theatre on their moving tribute to the theatre icon. BroadwayWorld has photos of Cohan's appearance below!

TheatreZone Announces Cast of INTO THE WOODS


TheatreZone Artistic Director Mark Danni today announced the 13-member cast of the Equity theatre group's March 2016 production of INTO THE WOODS at the G&L Theatre in Naples. The production performs March 3 until March 13 and includes TheatreZone fan favorite actors and several newcomers.

THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD Plays Manatee Performing Arts Center, Now thru 1/26


The triple Tony Award-winning musical THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD is coming to the Manatee Performing Arts Center! The Manatee Players will present the show opening today, January 9 and running through January 26.

THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD to Play Manatee Performing Arts Center, 1/9-26


The triple Tony Award-winning musical THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD is coming to the Manatee Performing Arts Center! The Manatee Players will present the show opening January 9 and running through January 26.

Photo Flash: First Look at YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at the Manatee Players


The Manatee Players, Inc. will bring Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN to the stage of the Manatee Performing Arts Center. The production runs October 24 and run through November 10. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!

Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN Comes to the Manatee Performing Arts Center October 24 - November 10


The Manatee Players, Inc. will bring Mel Brooks' YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN to the stage of the Manatee Performing Arts Center. The production runs October 24 and run through November 10.

Manatee Players Present LES MISERABLES, Now thru 8/25


The Manatee Players, Inc. will open their first full season in the new Manatee Performing Arts Center with the internationally acclaimed musical LES MISERABLES. The production will open tonight, August 8 and run through August 25.

Manatee Players to Present LES MISERABLES, 8/8-25


The Manatee Players, Inc. will open their first full season in the new Manatee Performing Arts Center with the internationally acclaimed musical LES MISERABLES. The production will open on August 8 and run through August 25.

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