Every year, the Emporia Arts Council proudly hosts the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT), a nationally renowned program dedicated to developing life skills through the magic of live theatre.

MCT rolls into Emporia with everything needed for a full-scale musical production—professionally designed sets, vibrant costumes, detailed props, and theatrical makeup. The only missing piece? The cast! That’s where our talented local youth step into the spotlight.

In just one incredible week, over 50 aspiring young performers audition, rehearse, and bring an original musical to life, culminating in an unforgettable public performance. It’s an exciting opportunity for kids to build confidence, creativity, and teamwork—while having a blast on stage!

Missoula Children’s Theatre: Hansel and Gretel

Thank you to all the talented young performers who took part in this year’s Missoula Children’s Theatre production of Hansel and Gretel! Your hard work and creativity brought the story to life on stage. We hope to see you again next year for another exciting theatre adventure!

Click below to see this year’s performance of Hansel and Gretel! Thank you to Rachel Matile for taking the time to record the performance.