Theatre Applied to Heal and Restore

I’ve been involved in theatre for a long time now. I have used my talent and experience in a lot of different ways. Through The WordPlayers, in particular, there have been numerous opportunities. There’s one area I’ve only dabbled in a little bit and I’m so excited to...

Cast Member Profile: Matthew Lloyd (Linus)

Matthew Lloyd (Linus) is a long-time WordPlayers’ veteran and a company member. Favorite roles include Jesus in Godspell and the full cast of Cotton Patch Gospel. He has also narrated and produced two audiobooks: The Silence of Lir and Breakaway: Clan of the Ice...

Meet our Music Director: Casey Maxwell

Casey Maxwell (Music Director) is grateful to have this opportunity to work again with The WordPlayers, having served as a rehearsal accompanist/keyboard player for last summer’s “Ragtime”! This year, she has had the opportunity to play lead piano...

You’re a Good Man, Doug James

Doug James (Director/Choreographer) is thrilled to find his inner child by directing You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Doug has his MFA in Theatre Performance from the University of Louisville and his BA from UT-Knoxville. He is a company member of Cirque du...