“Always a Bridesmaid” Brings the Laughs to St. John Theatre

Our production of Always a Bridesmaid was a joyful celebration of friendship, love, and plenty of hilarious moments along the way!

Audiences were treated to a fun-filled Whimsical comedy brought to life by a talented cast whose energy and heart lit up the stage. From unforgettable characters to laugh-out-loud scenes, this show was a true crowd-pleaser.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and supported this production—we loved sharing this story with our community!

This Production was Directed by: Danielle Ordoyne with Averi Rojas

This show was sponsored by SONIC, AMP, and OH Flowers.

Parade Day Fun with St. John Theatre!

We had such a memorable time walking through Reserve in the Towahpasah parade for Mardi Gras 2026! Our characters loved meeting so many friendly faces and sharing in the excitement of the day.

It was also so special seeing everyone who stopped by the theatre before and during the parade—your support means the world to us!

Spreading Holiday Cheer at the My Dreams Foundation Carnival

St. John Theatre had the joy of bringing some fun, festive characters to the My Dreams Foundation Christmas Carnival this holiday season!

This incredible organization does so much to support individuals living with disabilities in our community, and we were truly honored to be part of such a special day filled with smiles and celebration.

Giving back is at the heart of what we do, and we love finding ways to support our community. Interested in joining us? We’re always looking for volunteers to be part of the St. John Theatre family—come lend a helping hand!

A Beautiful Chapter in St. John Theatre’s Story

So many unforgettable moments have shaped the history of St. John Theatre—and we are truly honored to add this one to the story.

With full hearts, we celebrate the engagement of board member Keri Clement and Trey Lowry. From the stage to behind the scenes, their passion, talent, and commitment have helped create the very spirit that makes St. John Theatre feel like home to so many.

To watch their story grow not only within these walls, but now into this beautiful new chapter together, is something incredibly special. They are a true example of the connections, friendships, and lasting bonds that theatre can create.

Keri and Trey, we are so happy for you both and grateful to share in this moment. Wishing you a lifetime filled with love, laughter, and endless joy—on stage and beyond.

“Matilda the Musical” Lights Up Summer 2025 at St. John Theatre

Summer 2025 was nothing short of magical at St. John Theatre as we brought Matilda the Musical to life on our stage! Filled with high-energy performances, powerful storytelling, and unforgettable characters, this production captured the hearts of audiences of all ages.

Directed by Luccas Harms, with Keri Clement serving as Assistant Director.

From the moment the curtain rose, the cast delivered a show full of wit, charm, and heart. The young performers especially shined, bringing Matilda’s courage, intelligence, and determination to life in a way that was both inspiring and memorable. Supported by a hardworking team behind the scenes, every detail—from the colorful set to the lively choreography—helped transport audiences into Matilda’s world.

More than just a show, Matilda the Musical celebrated imagination, resilience, and the power of finding your voice. It was a production that resonated deeply with our community and showcased the magic that happens when a team comes together with passion and purpose.

Thank you to our incredible cast, crew, directors, and audiences who made this production such a success. Summer 2025 will be remembered as a season full of creativity, energy, and a little bit of Matilda magic!

Cultural Entertainment Venue of St. John Parish

St. John Theatre: The Cultural Hub of St. John Parish

As the cultural hub of St. John Parish, St. John Theatre continues to serve as a premier venue for local school productions, offering young performers the chance to shine on its historic stage.

Recently, both the St. Charles Catholic Stagehands and the Riverside Academy Ovations brought their productions to the theatre. Audiences were treated to the magic and talent of these young thespians as they brought beloved stories to life.

Bravo to the casts and crews of “The Wizard of Oz” (SCC Stagehands) and “The Descendants” (RA Ovations) for their hard work, dedication, and memorable performances. St. John Theatre is proud to support the next generation of performers and provide a space where creativity and community come together.

The Fairest Princesses at the Fair

We are SO THANKFUL for the chance to serve our community yet again! Recently, we had the opportunity to visit the St. Joan of Arc Fair in their special Kids Tent with your favorite princesses for a special story time , sing-along , and photo opportunities!

Do you have a community event coming up? Reach out to see how we can provide our princesses and princes to your event for FREE! We love any opportunity to give back to our community!

Some Bunny Has Been Busy

Some bunny has been busy! St. John Theatre is lucky to have been able to partner with St. John the Baptist Parish Library to provide some special visits with the Easter Bunny for their Easter Eggstravaganza! We were also able to work with the Godchaux House to create some Easter magic for their Easter Jubilee! We want to thank both of these organizations for helping us to serve our community, and we want to send out an even bigger “thank you” to everyone who came out to these events!

Crimes Of The Heart

Spring 2025 at St. John Theatre

St. John Theatre’s spring 2025 production of Beth Henley’s Crimes of the Heart brought audiences to Hazelhurst, Mississippi, in 1974 for a heartfelt and hilarious journey with the Magrath sisters. The show ran March 14–16 and was directed by Danielle Ordoyne.

Set on Lenny’s birthday, the story follows the sisters as they navigate family turmoil, including a patriarch in the hospital, a Hollywood-returned Meg, and Babe’s arrest for shooting her husband Zachary. Amid the chaos, love, loyalty, and humor shine through, creating a performance that was both touching and laugh-out-loud funny.

The production featured a talented cast:

  • Lenny Magrath – Cindy Grosse

  • Meg Magrath – Sarah Hunt

  • Babe Magrath – Lauren Michel

  • Chick Boyle – Jenna Toups

  • Barnette Lloyd / Doc Porter – Taye Drake

Lead by:
Director: Danielle Ordoyne
Stage Manager: Brody LeBlanc
Lights/Sound: Blake Selman
Set Design: Sterling Snowdy, Danielle Ordoyne
Carpenter: Mike Brooks, Tyce Wombles

Audiences were captivated by the blend of wit, grief, and heart, leaving the theatre with smiles, laughs, and plenty to reflect on about family and resilience.

Stay tuned for more upcoming productions at St. John Theatre — there’s always something exciting on stage!

The Grinch Chronicals

Grinch & Friends Spread Holiday Cheer at the Library

During Christmas St. John Theatre’s Grinch and his festive friends made a joyful visit to the parish library, bringing plenty of holiday fun with them!

Kids enjoyed meeting the Grinch (mischief and all!) while taking part in crafts and games that kept the Christmas spirit alive all afternoon. From laughter to creativity, the event was filled with smiles and sweet holiday moments.

We love bringing a little extra magic into our community—especially during the most wonderful time of the year!

Lighting The Way For Papa Noel

For the second year in a row St. John Theatre joined in the tradition of lighting a Bon Fire on the levee for Christmas Eve. A Cajun tradition reaching back well over 100 years, Bon Fires are light to lite the way for PaPa Noel on Christmas Eve.

Always wanting to be creative this years Bon Fire was in the shape of the popular cartoon Spongebob’s Krusty Crab Restaurant.

Family Movie Night - How the Grinch Stole Chrismas

Do you remember coming to St. John Theatre and watching a movie? On Dec. 14, 2024 we invited patrons to watch How The Grinch Stole Christmas on the silver screen. What an awesome experience for our community to be able to see a movie at our historic theatre for the first time in over 40 years!

Santa, The Grinch, and other holiday characters were in attendance and there were special treats for children. A fun night was had by all and as always we thank our volunteers who help to make events like this possible at SJT!

Celebrating Our Volunteers

Of the many things we are thankful for at St. John Theatre we are most grateful for our volunteers. Whom we could not do what we do without. Recently we celebrated our volunteers by treating them to a lovely evening with dinner, games and good friends.

Thank you for all you do!

Princesses, Princes, and Painting

Saturday August 24th children from the community were invited to attend a Royal Event at the Historic St. John Theatre. Princesses and Princes were in attendance as the children crafted, painted portraits and got to take photos with their favorite characters.

Missioula Childrens Theatre 2024

St. John Theatre was pleased to have Missoula Children's Theatre production of SLEEPING BEAUTY starting Monday July 22, 2024 at 9am.

Among the roles that were cast are Sleeping Beauty; Scarella; Madame Butterfly; the King; the Queen; Spot; Fairies; Trolls; Palace Attendants; and Caterpillars. Students grades Kindergarten through 12th grade, were encouraged to audition.

The Missoula Children's Theatre touring productions are complete with costumes, scenery, and props. The MCT Tour Actor/Directors conducted rehearsals throughout the week from 9am to 2pm each day.

SLEEPING BEAUTY was presented on Saturday July 27 at St. John Theatre. The Missoula Children's Theatre residency in St. John the Baptist Parish is brought to you by St. John Theatre with support from The United Way..

SLEEPING BEAUTY--a Rock ‘n Roll Fable for the ages. This is definitely no sleeper!

Sister Act Graces the Stage

St. John Theatre was delighted to bring Sister Act, as its summer musical 2024.  The memorable and humorous musical comedy has captivated screens and hearts of audiences across the globe. The community got to see the hard-working cast bring this hilarious musical to life.

Sister Act is a feel-good musical comedy based on the 1992 film, set in the fabulous late-1970s Philadelphia. When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she’s placed in protective custody where she won’t be found: a convent. Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with the rigid lifestyle of Mother Superior. Using her unique talents, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community, ultimately blowing her cover. Will Deloris and her newly found sisterhood be a match when the murderer shows up?

St. John Theatre held auditions for Sister Act, a musical comedy, in early April . for weeks the cast was hard at work with vocal, choral and acting rehearsals, all led by Director Lucas Harms and his production team. While this was his first production at St. John Theatre, Mr. Harms is no stranger to directing as he comes to us as the talented theatre teacher at Hahnville highschool. 

Sterling Snowdy, President of SJT “This is community theatre as it should be: for the community, by the community.We have maintained live musical accompaniment for our summer shows since before 1981 when we began residency on West 4th Street in Reserve.”

Jacquel Cockerham who portrayed the role of Deloris Van Cartier “I grew up as the only girl in a house with two older brothers. I was a ball of energy and sass. A real handful everywhere I went - church, school, etc. As a child, my mom put me in tons of activities, along with theatre, and I fell in love with the stage. Those experiences made me connect so much with Deloris. We both just want to be seen, heard, and celebrated for our talents, not our faults…To find and do "that thing" that makes the soul ignite. I hope we all find it and live a fabulous life!”  

“Aside from the fantastic music and fabulous dance numbers, my favorite part has been getting to know this cast. From the crew  to Cab Driver to Deloris herself, everyone has brought such unique unmatching energy. Every single person has been a joy and watching everyone build their character has been lovely to watch. This has quickly become one of the best casts I've been a part of.” said Justin Rogers who portrayed the role of Police Detective Eddie Souther. 

“This theatre is a gem. The community involvement and opportunity it provides is invaluable. It is so important both as a community of artists and as part of a larger cultural community. I hope you value its existence and its purpose. It is a place where blessings are created daily.” Lucas Harms, Director. 

Sister Act was be performed July 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20 at 7:30pm and July 14th at 2:30pm.

St. John Theatre  is a 501c3 not-for-profit community theatre located in St. John The Baptist Parish, Louisiana. St. John Theatre has been enriching St. John and the surrounding parishes  since 1981 through quality theatrical productions and children’s programing.

Fun with the Cast and Crew

Waikiki Wednesday is a tradition that started years ago and a favorite night for our cast and crew. Celebrating getting to know each other and spending some time during the rehearsal process to enjoy a meal and each others company. Complete with wacky outfits and a Luau themed menu. Several cast parties are had over the course of a production but Waikiki Wed. is always a favorite for cast, crew and staff.

Finding NEMO Kids Swims across the St. John Theatre Stage

From May 28 to June 8, St. John Theatre hosted a children's drama workshop at their theater located at 115 W. Fourth Street in Reserve. The workshop was open to children who had completed kindergarten through fifth grade.

The workshop culminated in a 40-minute musical production of Disney's Finding Nemo KIDS, a lively adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar film. With music by award-winning songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, the show follows the story of Marlin, an anxious clownfish, as he ventures across the ocean to rescue his son Nemo after he is captured and taken to Sydney. Along the way, Marlin is aided by memorable characters like the optimistic Dory, the laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang.

Featuring songs such as "Just Keep Swimming," "Fish Are Friends Not Food," and "Go With the Flow," the production brought the vibrant underwater world of Finding Nemo to life on stage through the talented young actors from St. John the Baptist and surrounding parishes. The cast performed the show for the public on June 8th at 2:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.

The cast featured young actors from St. John the Baptist and surrounding parishes. 

Marlin (Matthew Lee), Dory (Charley Roth), Nigel (Ivy Hoffman), Spirit (Natalie Prevot), Jib (Tatum Becnel), Pearl-Student (Aria Armato), Sheldon-Student (Kelsey Seymour), Professor Ray (Braxton Claiborne), Pearl Parent (Averie Grace Armato), Sheldon Parent (Skylar Ursin), Tad (Connor Lacy), Bruce (Carsen Braud), Chum (Avery Ursin), Anchor (Ella Bullion), Scuba Mask Dancer (Averie Grace Armato), Nemo (Link Waller), Bubbles (Angelo Lawson), Bloat (Carmen Roussel), Gurgle (Jayci Stafford), Peach (Sarai Barnes), Gill (Isaiah Brooks), Young Sea Turtle 1 (Abigail Lacy), Seahorse 1 (Eleanor Juneau), Seahorse 2 (Caroline Roth), Crush (Abigail Cox), Squirt (Paige Scioneaux), Kai-Turtle (Tanae Gross), Breeze-Turtle (Brynlee Bivin), Sharks (Aria Armato, Kelsey Seymour, Braxton Claiborne, Averie Grace Armato, Skylar Ursin, Connor Lacy, Carsen Braud,Avery Ursin, Ella Bullion, Averie Grace Armato), Tank Gang (Link Waller, Angelo Lawson, Carmen Roussel,Jayci Stafford, Sarai Barnes, Isaiah Brooks), Searchers (Matthew Lee, Charley Roth, Ivy Hoffman,Natalie Prevot, Tatum Becnel), Shark Fish (Aria Armato, Kelsey Seymour, Braxton Claiborne,Skylar Ursin, Connor Lacy), Jellyfish (Abigail Lacy, Eleanor Juneau, Caroline Roth, Abigail Cox, Paige Scioneaux, Tanae Gross, Brynlee Bivin), Turtles (Abigail Lacy, Eleanor Juneau, Caroline Roth, Abigail Cox,Paige Scioneaux, Tanae Gross, Brynlee Bivin)


Veteran director Kristen Brooks directed the workshop and the production.Director (Kristen Brooks), Assistant Director (Sadie Kelly), Choreographer (Sara Brooks), Assistant Choreographer (Brody LeBlanc), Music/Audio (Charlee Palma, Andee Palma)Crafts (Celeste Toups), Youth Leaders (Jonah Brooks, Casey Crane, Jillian Cazes,Nathan Lee, Jylaan Jones, Katherine Cox) Set Design (Kristen Brooks, Jonah Brooks), Costumes (Kristen Brooks)

St. John Theatre; The Cultural Hub of St. John Parish

As the cultural hub of St. John Parish, St. John Theatre continues to be the venue where local schools produce their school productions.

Both the St. Charles Catholic Stagehands and the Riverside Academy Ovations recently brought productions to the theatre. We are always delighted and proud to see these young thespians bring stories to life on our historic stage.

Bravo to the casts and crews of both “The Absolutely True Story of King Arthur” (SCC Stagehands) and “Zombie Prom” (RA Ovations)