WALDOBORO — The Waldo Theatre, located at 916 Main Street in Waldoboro, will host a Community Theatre 2022 Season Meeting and Open House at the newly renovated theater Tuesday, February 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Long known for its active local theatre community, The Waldo has been closed since 2014 and under renovation since 2017. The 1930s-era venue reopened to in-person audiences in June of 2021 with a community production of Almost, Maine.

The 2022 Season Meeting and Open house is intended for theatre enthusiasts interested in helping with aspects of putting on performances, including acting, stage management, sets, costumes, props, lights, sound, ushering and marketing.

“I’m looking forward to seeing old theatre friends at the meeting and to welcoming in those who have an interest in local theatre but have not yet had an opportunity to take part,” says Waldo Executive Director, Kate Fletcher. “I first got involved here as a stage parent myself, back in 2008 when my daughter performed in the Waldo musical Lighthouse. Community theatre can encourage lifelong lifelong abilities and introduce lifelong friends. We’re eager to open The Waldo back up to more community participation.”

Fletcher plans to direct the first play of the year, Thornton Wilder’s New England classic, Our Town, which will open on May 12. Meeting attendees will hear more about production plans and auditions, can sign up for production roles, and will have a chance to tour the renovated theater.

Masks and proof of Covid-19 vaccination are required inside the theatre. Adults attending with children under the age of 12 will be asked a series of standardized Covid questions.

This event is free and open to the public, although RSVPs are requested. Visit waldotheatre.org/pages/theatre for information and to RSVP.