Editor’s note:  There are numerous musical and theatrical opportunities listed for August 31 through October 26.  Readers may benefit by printing this press release to keep straight events and events, both for youth and adults.

As Timber Lake Playhouse bids farewell to its summer season, the excitement doesn’t end.  The playhouse will offer events this autumn and winter, catering to long-time patrons, young families, and new audiences alike.

TLP is delighted to bring back those beloved church basement ladies with “Church Basement Ladies – A Second Helping.”  This sequel to the 2023 September hit will feature returning cast members and Choreographer-turned-Director Dawn Trautman.  We promise another memorable experience for the audience!

For young families, special Saturday movie nights include “Paw Patrol – The Mighty Movie” on August 31; “Halloweentown” on October 19; “The Polar Express” on December 21.  Tickets are $5 for youth and $10 for adults.

New this year are exciting, music events:  “The Chicago Experience – A Chicago Tribute” on Saturday, September 28, and “Are You Ready For It?  A Taylor Swift Experience” on Saturday, November 2.  Returning fan-favorites include:  1. “Simply Elton & Simply Billy – A Musical Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel,” featuring Brian Harris and the Mad Hatters Band;” 2.  the ever-popular “Heartache Tonight – An Eagles Tribute,” 3. “Elvis Through the Years,” with the dynamic father-son duo John and Jonathan Lyons.  All concerts begin at 7:00 p.m., with tickets priced at $30 ($25 for TLP Subscribers.)

“Shades of Hunks,” featuring the world-renowned male dance group, offers an unforgettable girls’ night out, on Saturday, September 21.  The event kicks off at 8:00 p.m., with tickets at $30.  Please note, this event is for attendees aged 18 and over.

Other notable Saturday events include Oktoberfest featuring Brewfest on October 12, which offers family fun and craft beer tastings; a Trick-or-Treat Trail at the theatre coinciding with “Halloweentown” on October 19; the annual showing of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” on October 26.

See the full schedule for Timber Lake Playhouse and purchase tickets at timberlakeplayhouse.org.  Call the Box Office at 815-244-2035 Monday through Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and until intermission on show days.