Creative Arts

The long-standing Community Theater program at Tinley Par-Park District welcomes both seasoned and novice actors each spring and fall. Those new to the theater benefit from the knowledge of the experienced actors and directors in the development of individual talents and skills needed to perform in both classic and contemporary theater. Auditions consist of a short interview and the reading of a brief monologue from the play. Bring a list of schedule conflicts and clothing sizes to the audition. Call 708-342-4200 to be added to the audition list or for more information!

Community Theater presents: Cash on Delivery!

By Michael Cooney

This fast-paced British farce concerns a con artist who has duped the welfare authorities for years by claiming every type of benefit for the innumerable people he claims live at his address. He's sent scrambling when welfare investigators show up and he is forced to prove all his boarders are in fact real. Join us for some serious laughs!

Instructor: Michael Gandy and Christina Halleran

Location: McCarthy Recreation Bldg/Tinley Park Performing Arts Center

Performances Oct 7 & 14 Sat 7p

Admission: $12 Oct 8 & 15 Sun 3p

Tickets go on sale 9/18/2023

Youth Theater Programs

No experience is required to get involved with our youth theater programs! Children must register prior to the audition date. Registration fee includes one t-shirt. Cast members and family members assist with all aspect of the production (set design, props, costumes, etc.). A parent must accompany children to auditions with a list of clothing sizes and schedule conflicts. Cast members must attend tech and dress rehearsals and all performances--no exceptions!

Kidz Theater presents Disney’s Finding Nemo JR.

Music by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez

This 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.

Director: Christina Halleran, Covered Bridge Playhouse

Location: McCarthy Recreation Bldg/Tinley Park Performing Arts Center

Fees: $60 R / $78 NR

Tickets go on sale 10/23/2023

Tickets can be purchased online or at the Tony Bettenhausen Rec Center. The Box Office opens 30 minutes prior to the performance and any remaining tickets can be purchased at that time.

Ticket receipt must be presented to enter the theater.