KMC Onstage is USAG Rheinland-Pfalz's award-winning community theatre, located in Kaiserslautern. The program provides a wide variety of theatre entertainment, education, and community engagement opportunities for youth, families and adults. Our season runs from September through June.

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2022 TOPPERs Awards photo by Naythen Rinehart

The mission of KMC Onstage is to enhance and enrich the lives of all community members within the Kaiserslautern Military Community by providing high quality live theatre entertainment, arts education, and volunteer opportunities that offer individuals the chance to grow, develop life skills, and find a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive creative community.
KMC Onstage also provides a valuable link in German/American relations and friendship with the participation and involvement of German and other European nationals.

KMC Onstage on Kleber Kaserne produces 4 full-scale productions, both musicals and straight plays, in a variety of theatrical styles each year.

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KMC Onstage, photos by Ann Pinson, Jason Harre, Cora Caravel Armstrong


Educational Programming:  KMC Onstage offers a full complement of classes, workshops, and learning opportunities for all ages and interests! Interested participates can learn in a variety of Theatre Tech trainings for scenic design, costumes, lighting, and sound.

YOUTH Education: 

1. We partner with SKIES Unlimited to offer summer camps and theatre technique classes in performance and technical theatre.

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2. We offer two Youth Performance Classes per season, one in the fall and one in the spring.  These classes, taught by seasoned professionals with a broad background in theatre and music education, offer young performers experiential learning through the process of rehearsing and mounting a full production as part of our KMC Onstage season. 

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3. We offer a variety of Adult Education opportunities throughout the season, in partnership with other organizations, guest artists, and the KMC Theater Guild in a variety of topics including Auditioning, Stage Combat, Comedy, Improvisation, Directing, Stage Management, and House Management.  

4.  We have a robust community outreach initiative, with a wide variety of theatre education programming accessible to everyone in the KMC!  We have partnerships with the Libraries and Army Community Services, Arts Assemblies in the schools, cast talkbacks, behind-the-scenes tours, and much more!  We also have a costume and props lending program, and we often can provide live entertainment for your unit event, holiday ball, or special ceremony.  

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and register for free with the KMC Theater Guild to keep abreast of all the amazing opportunities in our community!

Tickets and Reservations

Tickets: 

Tickets may be purchased by contacting KMC Onstage or via WEBTRAC Theatre Tickets

DSN: (314)541-9129
Commercial: +49 (0)611-143-541-9129

Tickets may be available at the door, depending on show pre-sales.  A $2 surcharge will be applied to all tickets purchased at the door the day of the performance.

Please note: payment must be made at the time of reservation.  KMC Onstage accepts credit or debit cards ONLY!

No refunds.
Tickets may be exchanged for any other performance in the same season.

Season Tickets
Call the KMC Onstage box office at 0611-143-541-9129 for more information. 

Become a Season Ticket holder and enjoy various shows for a discounted rate! Sign up today and start reaping the benefits!

Season Ticket holders qualify for...

  • Up to 20% Discount on All Shows

  • Priority seating

  • VIP Events

KMC Onstage Policies
  • Payment is due at the time of ticket reservation
  • Reserved seats released 10 minutes before the show begins
  • No refunds
  • Tickets may be exchanged for any future performance during the same season
  • Payment by American credit or debit cards ONLY
  • Parents decide what content is appropriate for their children.  We support parents making informed decisions by offering suggested ratings to inform parents which shows are family friendly and which shows are geared toward adults.

   For all those taking part in KMC Onstage productions, on stage or behind the scenes, please observe the following policies:

       Code of Conduct KMC Onstage

       Director Expectations

       Cast and Crew Expectations

       Stage Manager Expectations

       Visual Media Team Expectations

       Photography Team Expectations

       Electronic Communications Expectations

       KMC Onstage Audition and Casting Policy

       KMC Onstage Understudy Policy

       KMC Onstage Volunteer Participation Policy

       KMC Onstage Complimentary (Comp) Ticket Volunteer Recognition Policy

       KMC Onstage Production Flow Chart

Entertainment Mission

KMC Onstage is part of the US Army Garrison Kaiserslautern Family & Morale, Welfare & Recreation Program and US Army Entertainment.  KMC Onstage is the IMCOM-Europe “Center of Excellence” for Entertainment and a member of the American Association of Community Theatres.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. When does casting start for productions?

Auditions are held throughout the season from August through May.  Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for notices about upcoming auditions, shows, classes, and special events.

2. What can I do for the theater if I don’t want to act?

Join the KMC Theater Guild!  Registration is free, and the Guild can match your volunteer skills (or desire to learn) with current and future theatre needs.  Some examples are set and costume construction, lights, sound, props, run crew, and ushering.  We have something for everyone!

3. When are the seasonal productions and scripts announced?
The KMC Onstage season is announced each year at our Volunteer Gala following the final performance of the season.  Auditions start in August and are held throughout the season.

4. How do I get involved?

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5. Who is eligible to participate/volunteer?

Anyone with base access is welcome to join us!  Contact us if you need assistance.

6. What kinds of classes are offered?

KMC Onstage offers a broad variety of classes for both youth and adults!  We partner with SKIES Unlimited to offer summer camps and performance classes for ages 6-18; our Youth Performance Classes are audition-entry for kids to perform in our youth season shows; we offer Adult Technical Theatre classes for ages 14+; and we offer a variety of workshops throughout the season. 

7. Click the following links to find out and download more information regarding:
KMC Onstage Life Cycle of a Production

KMC Onstage Production Roles per Show

KMC Onstage Youth Performance Classes Information

8. What is the age requirement for classes?

Each class has its own age restrictions.  Please view each event for specific details.

9. What is the age requirement for productions?

KMC Onstage generally will not cast younger than 6 years old, though exceptions are possible. KMC Onstage casts based upon the age of the role.

10. Can I participate at theaters in other communities outside of my own?

Of course! We encourage it!

11. How do I make a show reservation?

Reservations can be made online through WEBTRAC (link), or by calling KMC Onstage or sending an email.  Box office hours are M-F 12-4pm.  Reservations for seats are not guaranteed until payment is made. Unclaimed reservations are released 10 minutes prior to the show’s performance.

12. How do I cancel a show reservation?

Simply call, email, or visit KMC Onstage.

13. Is your theater facility handicap accessible?

Yes. KMC Onstage has a handicap accessible ramp into the building, a restroom, and seating accommodations.

14. Can I rent theater space or equipment for personal use?

Yes, production schedule permitting. Please fill out our Rental Reservation Request form.