July 17-19 & 23-26, 2026

FINAL SHOW OF THE 2025-26 SEASON!
Rock of Ages takes you back to the time of big bands with big egos playing big guitar solos and sporting even bigger hair! This Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical features the hits of bands including Night Ranger, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister and more. 

It’s the tail end of the big, bad 1980s in Hollywood, and the party has been raging hard. Aqua Net, Lycra, lace and liquor flow freely at one of the Sunset Strip’s last legendary venues, a place where sex machine Stacee Jaxx takes the stage and scantily clad groupies line up to turn their fantasies into reality. Amidst the madness, aspiring rock star (and resident toilet cleaner) Drew longs to take the stage as the next big thing (and longs for small-town girl Sherri, fresh off the bus from Kansas with stars in her eyes). But the rock ’n’ roll fairy tale is about to end when German developers sweep into town with plans to turn the fabled Strip into just another capitalist strip mall. Can Drew, Sherri and the gang save the strip – and themselves – before it’s too late? Only the music of hit bands Styx, Journey, Bon Jovi, Whitesnake and more hold the answer. 

Directed by Lucas Gajewski & Jocelyn Walters.
Performed at the James F. Veninga Theater.

Saturday, August 22, 2026

Join WCT for dinner and an evening of live performances with our second annual Fundraiser Gala. This year's theme is Hometown Broadway. Featuring performances by fantastic area talent, this night of music supports future WCT productions. Your ticket includes a multi-course dinner and some of Broadway's most beloved hits - from solo numbers to group performances, all under the direction of KC Hofer and Dan Larson. We hope you'll join us for a night of Hometown Broadway!
Directed by KC Hofer.
Musical Direction by Dan Larson
Performed at the Hilton Garden Inn - 151401 County Rd NN, Wausau, WI

December 18-20, 2026

This holiday season, Wausau Community Theatre is delighted to present our 19th annual production of the timeless classic, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. Experience the magic of this beloved holiday tale, brought to life by our talented cast and crew in a performance that promises to warm your heart and ignite your holiday spirit.

Bring your family and friends to share in this cherished tradition that has become a highlight of the season. Don’t miss out on this magical experience—mark your calendars for an evening of holiday joy!

Performed at the James F. Veninga Theater.

February 2027

Few more poignant true stories emerged from World War II than the diary of young Anne Frank. Adapted by Albert Hackett and Frances Goodrich, this eternally moving production shows in harrowing detail the twenty-five months that two Jewish families spent hiding from the Gestapo in an Amsterdam warehouse.

During the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands, Anne Frank began to keep a diary on June 14, 1942, two days after her 13th birthday and twenty-two days before going into hiding with her parents, sister and three other people. Hiding in the sealed-off upper rooms of the annex of her father’s office building in Amsterdam, Anne and the others cope with the day-to-day struggles of life in cramped quarters, as the specter of tragedy looms ever-present over their every move.

Performed at the James F. Veninga Theater.

June 2027

Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton with a screenplay by John August BIG FISH is a fantastical, heartwarming musical that follows the life of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman whose larger-than-life stories captivate everyone around him—especially his loving wife, Sandra. But their son, Will, about to become a father himself, is determined to uncover the truth behind his father’s epic tales. As Will embarks on a journey to understand the man behind the myth, BIG FISH explores the power of storytelling, family bonds, and the search for identity.

With its soaring score, unforgettable characters, and a blend of humor and heartfelt emotion, BIG FISH offers an extraordinary theatrical experience that celebrates the joy of life, the importance of family, and the beauty of the stories we tell. Perfect for any stage, BIG FISH will enchant audiences with its dazzling spectacle and timeless themes, making it a perfect choice for theaters seeking a musical that’s as rich and inspiring as life itself.

Performed at the James F. Veninga Theater.