About Springhouse Theatre Company

Springhouse Theatre Company has a legacy extending over twenty years of serving Smyrna and the greater Nashville theatre community through plays that delight and provoke but not plays that degrade or mislead.

Originally formed as Lamplighter’s Theatre Company, we are a ministry Springhouse Worship and Arts Center and we absolutely have a Kingdom agenda. However, we don’t believe that Christ must be forced down anyone’s throat (after all, it’s the heart that counts). We do, however, believe that the Gospel is more than just a legitimate contender in the rumble of ideas and real life.

We take our theatre very seriously and strive to do high quality productions that will appeal to everyone. And our goal is that every part of our production  is an experience that invites everyone from directors to actors, producers and musicians, house staff to our tech team, stage hands and patrons to consider Springhouse their theatre of choice.

We offer an annual season of Main Stage shows, off-season Black Box productions, a Youth Company for middle and high school, and summer Drama Camps for those grades 1-12.

Our Location

We are located on the campus of Springhouse Worship and Arts Center near the intersection of Sam Ridley Parkway and Old Nashville Highway in Smyrna. Our address is 4119 Old Nashville Highway, Smyrna, TN 37167.

Contact Us

If you want to contact us regarding a desire to be involved in STC please contact us by at Springhousetheatre@gmail.com or by phone at  615-852-8499. Please be aware, though, that this is simply a voicemail system.

For all other contacts our mailing address is:

Springhouse Theatre Company
14119 Old Nashville Hwy
Smyrna, TN 37167Please refrain from calling the Springhouse Worship and Arts Center for STC business. The secretary is not directly connected with STC and will not be able to assist you.

About Auditions

Auditions are open to all. Springhouse Theatre is an equal-opportunity theatre, and consideration for casting is given fairly and equitably, regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, religion, family status, or disability.

Get Involved

You may have gathered, but Springhouse Theatre Company is not a closed universe. Part of our mission is to provide a place where people can learn theatre crafts and enjoy the satisfying experience of putting their talents and skills to good use.

If you are interested in working behind the scenes in any capacity, please contact Will Sevier to share your interest. Below, you can find a few of the areas for your consideration.

• Back Stage: Helping to draw curtains and move sets and props during the run of the show.
• Costumes: The design, construction, and procurement of costumes prior to the show. Maintaining, cleaning, and storing costumes after the show.
• Graphics: Posters, photography, and program and poster design.
• House: Ushers, box office, concessions, and greeters.
• Lighting: Designing, hanging, and focusing lights as well as running lights during the show.
• Make-Up: Applying theatrical make up and hair and wig styles. Also set up and maintaining of the make up room.
• Promotions: Getting the word out about Springhouse Theatre Company!
• Sets: Design and construction.
• Sound: Mic placement and maintenance as well as running sound cues and the board for shows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time are performances?

Main Stage performance times are generally 7:30 PM for Fridays and Saturdays, 3:30 PM for Sundays. However, show performance times can be different for Black Box and Youth Company shows, and could also vary for individual shows. Show dates and times are noted on the pages for individual shows.

When does the House open?

• The theatre lobby and box office opens 1 hour before each curtain.
• Seating begins 30 minutes before curtain for season ticket holders and groups.
• Seating begins 20 minutes before curtain for all other patrons.

What are ticket prices?

We offer both season ticket and individual performance tickets for Main Stage productions. You can find our current ticket prices, as well as information about group rates on our tickets page.

Out of consideration for our guests and actors, no children under 4 are admitted to the theatre.
Ticket information for Black Box and Youth Company performances vary and will be published on the performance pages.

I purchased tickets online through TicketsNashville, how do I actually get my tickets?

Whey you buy tickets through TicketsNashville, you have the option to pick them up at Will Call when you arrive or you can print them at home and bring them with you.

• WILL CALL: When you arrive at the theatre, please go directly to the WILL CALL counter and be prepared to give the name of the person who placed the order to receive your tickets. You may print out and bring your receipt to speed the process if you wish. Tickets may be picked up on the day of the performance you purchased, up to 1.5 hours before curtain.
• PRINT AT HOME: You may print the tickets and bring them with you or be prepared to show a digital copy of your ticket on your phone. When you arrive at the theatre, please check in at any ticket desk before entering the theatre.

Why do we not admit children under 4 to our performances?

We have found that it is a rare 3-year-old who can sit through a full-length production without becoming distracting to those seated around them. We have also found that virtually everyone believes that their 3-year-old is the exception, but that belief has no basis in fact. Usually, the parents are blithely unaware of how miserable they are making things for those around them. This creates very uncomfortable situations that our House Staff are required to handle. It is just simply best to avoid this all around.

How do I get to be in a play?

You must audition. The best way to find out about upcoming auditions is to sign up for our email newsletter above.

Do you have to attend Springhouse Worship and Arts Center to be in a play?

No. Auditions are open to all.

Do you have to be a Christian to be in a play?

No. Once again, auditions are open to all.

Do you always cast the same people?

No. Casting is left up to the discretion of each Director, but it is our policy to include new faces in each of our casts as often as possible.

When considering casting for major roles any Director will tend to lean toward someone they have had a good experience working with before. Therefore, even though you may be talented you may have to perform a smaller role at first. One of our sayings is that “When you do a show you are already auditioning for your next show.” We have had approximately 80 lead roles to date and they have been played by no less than 60 different people.

How are plays selected?

We have a Managing Director and an Artistic Directer, supported by a Theatre Troupe. Together, they oversee the functions of Springhouse Theatre Company. The Managing Director and Artistic Director, together with the Troupe are responsible for selecting plays and Directors for both the main season and the Blackbox.

How does one become a member of the Theatre Council?

Because Springhouse Theatre Company is a ministry of Springhouse Worship and Arts Center, membership on the Theatre Troupe is considered a leadership position at the church. Therefore, the members of the Theatre Council are selected from the regular attendees of Springhouse Worship and Arts Center annually and serve one-year terms. They can serve consecutive terms. The Theatre Troupe is usually made up of between 15 and 20 members, all of whom are active in one or more of the many areas necessary to produce quality theatre.