DLO Musical Theatre
376033458
Danville, IL 61834 USA
dlomusicaltheatre.com
DLOMusicalTheatre
Danville Light Opera Company Inc
Danville Light Opera Company Inc, now known as DLO Musical Theatre, is a nonprofit community theater organization in Danville, Illinois, founded in 1955. The company was officially incorporated on February 27, 1956, with the mission of producing live musical theater entertainment for the local community.
History
From its inception, DLO Musical Theatre aimed to provide opportunities for artistic expression and community engagement. The first production was The Merry Widow, staged at Schlarman High School on April 12, 1956. Early shows focused on operettas, transitioning later to popular Broadway musicals.
Over the years, the company adapted to financial challenges and changes in venue, shifting from Schlarman High School to Danville High School in 1960 and later to the Masonic Temple due to financial constraints. In the 1980s, DLO secured a space at 121 North Vermilion Street, establishing it as a hub for rehearsals and storage.
Recent Developments
In 2013, Danville Light Opera changed its name to DLO Musical Theatre to reflect its focus on Broadway-style musical theater. This period also introduced online ticket sales, enhancing accessibility for patrons. Collaborations with local entities, such as the Danville Area Community College, have been pivotal in staging large productions like Les Misérables.
DLO Musical Theatre continues to offer a variety of productions annually, including children’s and teen musicals, fostering community involvement and artistic growth.
Mission
The organization commits to diversity and inclusion, ensuring its values are reflected in its performances and community outreach. It aims to enrich individuals and communities through live musical theater entertainment and educational opportunities.
[1] https://www.dlomusicaltheatre.com/history/ [2] http://www.collegelightoperacompany.com/history.html [3] https://woodsholemuseum.org/oldpages/sprtsl/v32n2-cloc.pdf [4] https://www.enjoyillinois.com/explore/listing/dlo-musical-theatre/ [5] https://www.mtishows.co.uk/upcoming-productions?title=&field_production_dates_value%5Bvalue%5D=&field_production_dates_value2%5Bvalue%5D=&field_production_address_country=All&field_show_business_type_value=1&qt-tabbed_trending_box=0&order=field_production_dates_1&sort=asc&page=26
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News
🍫✨ DLO Musical Theatre is thrilled to present our Summer 2025 productions! ✨📖 🎭 Children’s Show: 🍭 Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Jr. 📅 July 18–20, 2025 📍 DACC Bremer Theater 🎭 Teen Show: 💙Alice By Heart 📅 July 25–27, 2025 📍 Danville High School Two magical stories, two incredible casts, one unforgettable summer! Visit www.dlomusicaltheatre.com for more details. Made possible with the generous support of The John P. Cadle Foundation. #DLOMusicalTheatre #WillyWonkaJr #AliceByHeart #SummerTheatre #DanvilleIL #SupportTheArts (fb)
DLO Musical Theatre at VC Pride Fest! 🌟🎭 Directed by the colorful Jeanne Dunn, DLO Musical Theatre is proud to be part of VC Pride Fest on Saturday, June 7 at Ellsworth Park in Danville, IL! 🎤 Catch our performance at 2:45 p.m. on the main stage, and enjoy a full day of pride, positivity, and performances—the festival runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., with even more festivities into the evening! 🎪 Stop by our booth, where we’ll be teaming up with our friends at KottrGrimm to share the joy of performing arts and celebrate our vibrant theatre family. Whether you're a longtime fan or curious to learn more, we’d love to meet you! Come celebrate talent, togetherness, and love in all its forms 🌈—we can’t wait to sing for you! #DLOMusicalTheatre #VCPrideCoalition #PrideFest2025 #LiveTheatre #TheatreFamily #DanvilleIL #TogetherInPride (fb)
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20242025 Season November 2024 January 2025 May 2025 Tickets forInto the Woodson sale soon 202425 Flex Pass Season Membershipon sale now. Congratulations to the Cast of Into the Woods Catch up with the latest in the new issue of In the Wings the official DLO newsletter. Remembering Gary Lickfett 19462022 We at DLO Musical Theatre are heartbroken at the passing of Gary Lickfett. A longtime board member and sixterm President Gary was instrumental in setting DLO on the path that we are on today.
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