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Located in a historic 1920's schoolhouse, Schoolhouse Arts Center presents a season of musicals, plays, youth productions, educational programs, and community events for audiences throughout the Sebago Lakes Region and Southern Maine.

Our productions feature performers of all ages and experience levels, bringing classic favorites and contemporary productions to the stage year-round.

Our 2026 season includes Oliver!, The Sound of Music Youth Edition, Shrek The Musical Kids, Mean Girls, Winnie the Pooh Kids, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, and more.

Browse our current and upcoming productions below for show information, performance dates, and tickets.

Experience live theater at Schoolhouse Arts Center in Standish, Maine

Oliver!

Thank You for an Incredible Production

Thank you to everyone who helped make Oliver! such a memorable production. We are grateful to our talented cast, dedicated creative team, hardworking crew, volunteers, board members, sponsors, and every audience member who joined us this summer.

Your enthusiasm, generosity, and support make community theater possible. Whether you performed on stage, worked behind the scenes, volunteered your time, or cheered from the audience, you were part of what made this production so special.

Although the curtain has closed, the memories live on. Explore production photos, learn more about the cast and creative team, and view the official digital program.

Explore the Oliver! Archive

Current Season

There's Always Something on Stage

From Broadway favorites to family classics, our 2026 season brings a full year of musicals and live theater to Standish. Whether you love big musical numbers, unforgettable stories, or discovering your next favorite show, there’s something waiting for you at Schoolhouse Arts Center.

Explore the season and plan your next night at the theater!

Coming Soon

MEAN GIRLS The Musical (2) Poster October 9 - 18	The Sound of Music, Youth Edition August 7 - 9	Shrek the Musical, Kids August 21 - 23
Lion The Witch and the Wardrobe Poster_edited_edited_edited December 5 - 14	Winnie the Pooh, Kids November 6 - 8	Main Stage Productions 2027 Season
Junior Productions 2027 Season	Stage Plays 2027 Season

That's a wrap on Oliver! 🎭

Thank you to everyone who helped bring this production to life, from our cast, production team, backstage crew, volunteers, sponsors, and to every audience member who filled our theater.

And a special shoutout to @annikka_faye and @grayson_the_milkman for sharing all the fun through their behind-the-scenes takeovers during our final weekend!

Thank you for supporting community theater. We'll see you at the next show!

Pip! Pip! Cheerio!
We'll be back soon!! 😉

#schoolhouseartscenter #OliverMusical #CommunityTheatre

It’s takeover time! 🎭👀
Follow along as Annikka Faye Mocciola (Bet) @annikka_faye takes over our socials Friday, followed by Grayson Smith (Fagin) @grayson_the_milkman on Saturday for a behind-the-scenes look at the final weekend of Oliver!

What could possibly go wrong? 😂

📸 @rjsnowphoto
#schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #olivermusical #reviewingthesituation #socialmediatakeover

🚩 Oliver's track record for choosing trusted adults could use some work…

Undertakers. Fagin. Bill Sikes. The workhouse.
Will Oliver finally find a green flag? 💚

Come find out during the FINAL WEEKEND of Oliver! 🎭

And TODAY ONLY, it’s Theatre Thursday at Schoolhouse! We’re opening our doors to the community with Pay What You Can tickets for tonight’s performance. Suggested donation is $15, but you choose the amount that works for you. ❤️

#CommunityTheatre #standishmaine #schoolhouseartscenter #OliverMusical

This Thursday, we’re opening our doors to everyone.

We love our community, and we don’t want anyone to miss the chance to experience this incredible production of Oliver!

For Thursday, July 23 only, tickets are Pay What You Can, with a suggested donation of $15. Choose the amount that works for you and come experience the magic of live theatre with us. ❤️

Thursday, July 23 at 7 PM
🎟️ Pay What You Can.

Tickets available for purchase now!

https://www.schoolhousearts.org/current-season/oliver

Oliver! continues through July 26.
#schoolhouseartscenter #OliverMusical #livetheatre

You’ve heard from us. Now you’ve heard from our audiences.
There’s just ONE weekend left to experience Oliver! at Schoolhouse Arts Center!
✨ Thursday at 7 PM
✨ Friday at 7 PM
✨ Saturday at 7 PM
✨ Sunday at 5 PM — Final Performance
Don’t be the one saying, “I wish I’d gone!” 🎟️
Get your tickets and join us for one final weekend in Victorian London.

#OliverMusical #schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #lakesregionmaine

BET: Episode 2!
The cast is back with more backstage shenanigans from Weekend 2 of Oliver! 😂🎭
The fun may start backstage, but the real show starts at 7 PM tonight!
🎟️ Seats are still available, come see us!
Oliver! • Schoolhouse Arts Center
On stage through July 26 ✨

#schoolhouseartscenter ##olivermusical #localarts #rainydays☔️

Looking for a getaway from the rain?
Step inside, grab a seat, and let us transport you to Victorian London for a few hours! 🎭✨
Join us for Oliver! this weekend:
Tonight at 7 PM
Tomorrow at 2 PM
Get your tickets today!
Oliver! continues through July 26 at Schoolhouse Arts Center.

#olivermusical #schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #localarts #rainydays☔️

Flash sale!!

Today and tomorrow only! (Thursday July 16 and Friday 17).
Don't miss your chance to see Oliver! at Schoolhouse Arts Center at a special price.
🎟️ Grab your tickets before the sale ends!

We had some of our Oliver! cast try a few classic British snacks...

From Pickle & Onion Monster Munch and Marmite to beans on toast, English tea, Cadbury Dairy Milk, and a few other favorites, there were some big hits... and a few reactions we'll never forget. 😄

A huge thank you to our friends at @the_britishstore for providing the snacks, sharing their expertise, and supporting our production of Oliver!

🎭 Oliver! is on stage now through July 26.

🎟️ Get your tickets through the link in our bio!
#olivermusical #Marmite #mainetheater #lakesregionmaine #britishsnacks

Because our girl deserved better. 💔
If you know, you know.
If you don't... come find out!
Joy Lemont delivers a hauntingly beautiful rendition of "As Long As He Needs Me" that you won't want to miss.
🎭 Performances Thursday through Sunday
🎟️ Get your tickets today!
#schoolhouseartscenter #OliverMusical #communitytheatre #lakesregionmaine #summeractivities☀️

If you're looking for something fun to do this weekend, join us for an unforgettable afternoon or evening at Schoolhouse Arts Center.
📅 Saturday Matinee - 2:00 PM
📅 Saturday Evening - 7:00 PM
📅 Sunday - 5:00 PM
🎟️ Get your tickets today!
#schoolhouseartscenter #olivermusical #communitytheater #lakesregionmaine #weekendplans

A timeless story. Unforgettable music. A talented cast.

Experience the magic of Oliver! at Schoolhouse Arts Center. Filled with heart, humor, and beloved songs, this classic musical is perfect for audiences of all ages.

Now playing through July 26.

Get your tickets today through the link in our bio. We can't wait to welcome you!

#schoolhouseartscenter #olivermusical #mainetheater #lakesregionmaine

What does a day in the life of a Schoolhouse performer look like? Follow Annikka Faye Mocciola, @annikka_faye who plays Bet in Oliver!, as she takes you behind the scenes from her day job to the final day of tech week.

Opening Night is here! Get your tickets today and join us for Oliver! through July 26.

#schoolhouseartscenter #adayinthelife #opeingnight #olivermusical #lakesregionmaine

Why has Oliver! remained one of the world's most beloved musicals?
In this special interview, our Director and Executive Director, Joellen Lemont, shares what makes this timeless story so meaningful. At its heart, Oliver! is about finding where we belong, discovering love and compassion in unexpected places, and the family we create along the way. Add unforgettable music, colorful characters, and plenty of laughter, and it's a show the whole family can enjoy.
Join us as we open tomorrow and take the stage through July 26 for this heartwarming classic. We can't wait to welcome you to Schoolhouse Arts Center!
🎟️ Get your tickets today—we'll see you at the theater!
#schoolhouseartscenter #olivermusical #lakesregionmaine #oliver

Coming Friday...
Meet Annikka Faye Mocciola, who plays Bet in Oliver!

@annikka_faye is a senior playwriting student at Pratt Institute and recently celebrated her Off-Broadway playwriting debut with her original play, No Roses!

This Friday, she'll take you behind the scenes for A Day in the Life: Surviving Tech Week, sharing what it's really like to prepare for opening night at Schoolhouse Arts Center.

You won't want to miss it! 🎬

#schoolhouseartscenter #mainetheater #youngplaywrights #guesttakeover

It all begins this Friday.
The lights. The music. The incredible cast. The unforgettable story.
We can't wait to share Oliver! with you.
🎟️ Grab your tickets at schoolhousearts.org before they're gone!
#schoolhouseartscenter #olivermusical #communitytheater #lakesregionmaine #thingstodoinsummer

🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July from all of us at Schoolhouse Arts Center! 🎭
We challenged our Oliver! cast to sing all 50 states in alphabetical order... and they of course nailed it! 🎶 💅
Now we're passing the challenge along!
We challenge our friends at: @portlandplayers @deertreestheatreltd @royalrivercommunityplayers @lacommunitylittletheatre @gorhamartsalliance207
@fenixtheatreco
@mainestatemusic
Can your cast or crew do it? 😄
Tag us in your video, we'd love to see it! Happy Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙

Found in the Schoolhouse archives... 🎞️🤔

(Or so we'd like to think.)

Here's a vintage-inspired look at the wonderful cast of Oliver! through the lens of @rjsnowphoto . We can't wait to welcome you to the show this July! 🎭

#schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #olivermusical #oldtimeyfilm

Some days just need a little more color... and a lot more musical theater. 🎭✨

Come see Oliver! at Schoolhouse Arts Center, July 10–26!
#schoolhouseartscenter #olivermusical #communitytheater #lakesregionmaine #vacationland

We challenged some of the Oliver! cast members to see how well they know their musical theater... and they definitely came prepared! 😂👏

Watch until the end, it just keeps getting better!

How many did you get right?

And now the real question... should we make the next challenge even harder? 😈 If you have some truly tricky musical theater songs, drop them below, we might just use them in the next round!
#schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #mainetheater #olivermusical #musicalchallenge

Petition to make everyday errands a little more... theatrical. 🌸🎶

If buying flowers and running to the market came with a full musical number, we'd probably volunteer for every grocery trip.

Come experience the magic of Oliver! at Schoolhouse Arts Center, July 10–26. We promise plenty of joyful singing, dancing, and maybe even a few errands worth watching. 🎭✨

🎟️ Get your tickets today!
#schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #olivermusical #mainesummers

Oliver is feeling pretty good about his first day at work at the funeral parlor... 😊

If you know the story, you know. 😅

👀 Bonus points if you catch the unexpected visitor hiding in the reel.

Come see Oliver! July 10–26 at Schoolhouse Arts Center! 🎭

#schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #mainetheater #olivermusical

We couldn't resist sneaking in a little Oliver & Company reference. 😉🎶

If you caught it... welcome, friend. 🐶🌭

Now come see the right Oliver! July 10–26 at Schoolhouse Arts Center.

#schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #olivermusical #mainetheater #lakesregionmaine

We asked some of the cast members which Oliver! song has been living rent-free in their heads. 🎶

What's your favorite song from Oliver!?

👇 Let us know in the comments!
#schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #olivermusical #mainetheater #lakesregionmaine

POV: You've been hungry for 3 days and the gruel delivery team is feeling extra sassy today. 😩🍲

Come see Oliver! July 10–26 at Schoolhouse Arts Center.
#schoolhouseartscenter #communitytheatre #mainetheater #olivermusical

Join us for Oliver! from July 10–26 and experience the music, laughter, and heart of this beloved classic.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now. Visit the link in our bio to reserve your seats!

https://www.schoolhousearts.org/current-season/oliver

#OliverMusical #oliver #SchoolhouseArtsCenter #CommunityTheatre #mainetheatre

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Experience live theater at Schoolhouse Arts Center in Standish, Maine

Oliver!

Thank You for an Incredible Production

Current Season

There's Always Something on Stage

Coming Soon

MEAN GIRLS The Musical (2) Poster

October 9 - 18

The Sound of Music, Youth Edition

August 7 - 9

Shrek the Musical, Kids

August 21 - 23

Lion The Witch and the Wardrobe Poster_edited_edited_edited

December 5 - 14

Winnie the Pooh, Kids

November 6 - 8

Main Stage Productions

2027 Season

Junior Productions

2027 Season

Stage Plays

2027 Season

Follow us on Social Media

Proudly Supported by Our 2026 Season Sponsor

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Experience live theater at Schoolhouse Arts Center in Standish, Maine

Oliver!

Thank You for an Incredible Production

Current Season

There's Always Something on Stage

Coming Soon

MEAN GIRLS The Musical (2) Poster

October 9 - 18

The Sound of Music, Youth Edition

August 7 - 9

Shrek the Musical, Kids

August 21 - 23

Lion The Witch and the Wardrobe Poster_edited_edited_edited

December 5 - 14

Winnie the Pooh, Kids

November 6 - 8

Main Stage Productions

2027 Season

Junior Productions

2027 Season

Stage Plays

2027 Season

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Follow us on Social Media

Proudly Supported by Our 2026 Season Sponsor