Acacia Touring Shows
Here's what people are saying about Acacia Touring:
- "Something powerful happened!"
- "You touched the core of our souls."
- "You had our people in awe at the meaning of the message."
- "We continue to support the wonderful work you are doing as a Christian Theater in the community."
- "A very professional and meaningful program.
Beginning as a touring company, Acacia performed at schools and churches throughout the Greater Milwaukee area. The company continues to tour today and has performed for thousands of people in countless schools, retirement communities and churches of every denomination. For information about bringing an Acacia touring show to your organization, call (414) 744-5995 or email .
Biographical
Handmaid of the Lord
by Janet Peterson
30 or 60 minute versions available
Acacia's most popular touring show, this original one-woman show recounts the life of Jesus through the eyes of his mother, Mary.
Bonhoeffer
selections from the play by Tim Jorgenson
45 minutes
How are Christians to respond when evil is in power? This look at the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a pastor in Nazi Germany, explores the true cost of discipleship.
Parables & Stories
Voices of Hope
arranged by Janet Peterson
Flexible length
A newly-assembled poetry reading consisting of varied poets from classical to contemporary, all reflecting and inspiring hope.
The Sketch Collection
by Tom Long
20 minutes (any two sketches)
The Tale of the Three Trees
Three trees take part in the life and death of Jesus.
The Lord's Prayer
If God talked out loud what would He tell you?
A Day at the Bus Stop
A person waiting at a bus stop is challenged by a stranger who claims to be Jesus.
The Parable of the Lighthouse
A lighthouse becomes so successful that it discontinues life saving operations.
Christmas
Lambing
by Lawrence G. Enscoe
20 minutes
This quirky story paints an amusing portrait of those to whom God first revealed the good news of Christ's birth. (This play has elements which may not be appropriate for younger children.)
Blessed Christmas
by Jon Pawinski Layton
20 minutes
What happens when four persons are trapped in an elevator on Christmas Eve?
Christmas Past
by Scott Nolte
20 minutes
A beautiful trio of legends and stories that touch the very heart of Christmas.
Handmaid of the Lord
by Janet Peterson
30 or 60 minute versions available
Acacia's most popular touring show, this original one-woman show recounts the life of Jesus through the eyes of his mother, Mary.
Lenten/Easter
In His Name
arranged by Elaine Rewolinski
20 minutes
This narrative uses several Biblical characters, beginning in the Garden of Eden and finishing on Resurrection morning, to reveal our lives in relationship to God's plan and communicate the heart of the Passion and Resurrection.
Christ in the Concrete City
by Philip Turner
60 minutes
Pass freely between the modern world and the time of Christ in this uniquely powerful presentation of the passion story.
Claudia
by Lawrence G. Enscoe
15 minutes
Pilate's wife recounts her dream and begs her husband to set Jesus free.
Cross Purposes
by Jeff Barker
45 minutes
A heartwarming re-telling of the events of Jesus' last week in Jerusalem, as told through the eyes of a merchant, the soldiers, Judas and two bumbling con artists.
Handmaid of the Lord
by Janet Peterson
30 or 60 minute versions available
Acacia's most popular touring show, this original one-woman show recounts the life of Jesus through the eyes of his mother, Mary.
Biblical Narratives
John, His Story
selections from the play by Jeannette Clift George
25 minutes
This captivating, modern presentation of the teachings and miracles of Christ brings to life vividly the humanity and divinity of Jesus.
Jonah...and Friends?
by Jon Pawinski Layton
20 minutes
Everyone has heard of the whale, but how did Jonah get thrown into the sea to begin with? This story stresses God's forgiveness to those who repent of their sins.
Adam & Eve in Eden
by Jon Pawinski Layton
20 minutes
Experience the creation of the world and the Serpent's evil enticements told with wit and bite.
Noah & the Rainbow
by Jon Pawinski Layton
20 minutes
Meet the wise-cracking Noah, his wife and some animals as they come to understand the covenant of the rainbow.
The Story of Ruth
by Jon Pawinski Layton
20 minutes
Mother and daughter-in-law, wife and husband. A story filled with beautiful statements of love and devotion.
Just for fun
Verbally Inspired
Flexible length
Who says Christian's don't have any fun? Verbally Inspired, Acacia Theatre Company's comedy improv group, offers sketches and games to entertain audiences at any function, from private parties to church banquets. Be ready to participate, and be prepared to laugh out loud!
