Elyse Willis News Today

Wheaton Drama, Inc. presents the holiday family friendly musical adaptation of Charles Dickens "A Christmas Carol" on Nov. 25 to Dec. 18 at Playhouse 111 in Wheaton. Academy Award winning composer Alan Menken collaborated with Lynn Ahrens and wrote the music for "A Christmas Carol" so children can experience the joy of this Christmas classic.

Did you know that the composer of "The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse" also writes songs for the series with his wife, whose voice can also be heard in the shorts? Learn more in our interview with Christopher and Elyse Willis.

Grant from DuPage Foundation ensures Wheaton Drama never misses a cue The production crew at Wheaton Drama uses professional wireless communications to keep a show running smoothly and safely. A grant from the DuPage Foundation will provide funds for the purchase of a new $10,000 headset communication system. Courtesy of Wheaton Drama   Updated 1/18/2021 3:10 PM In December, Wheaton Drama was the grateful recipient of a Community Needs Grant from the DuPage Foundation. The grant ...

Addison students enchanted by festive virtual ballet of The Nutcracker Teachers in Addison Elementary District 4 share a socially-distanced and masked performance of "The Nutcracker" by the Salt Creek Ballet during remote classes. Courtesy of Addison Elementary District 4 Music Team   Updated 12/12/2020 12:18 AM The Addison Center for the Arts is proud to partner with the Salt Creek Ballet Company, The National Endowment for the Arts, and Addison Elementary District 4 to present ...