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OUR MOST RECENT PRODUCTION
THE SPITFIRE GRILL

A Heartwarming Musical About Redemption and Second Chances

The Middlebury Community Players presented The Spitfire Grill, the acclaimed musical by James Valcq (music and book) and Fred Alley (book and lyrics) October 16–19 & October 24–26 at Town Hall Theater in Middlebury .

This powerful and uplifting musical tells the story of Percy Talbott, a young woman seeking a fresh start after being released from prison. When she arrives in the small town of Gilead, Wisconsin, to work at Hannah Ferguson's Spitfire Grill, her presence sparks change that transforms the entire community. With its soaring folk-inspired score and deeply moving story of redemption, forgiveness, and the power of human kindness, The Spitfire Grill has captivated audiences across the country since its premiere in 2001.

See the show page for photos and more details.

MCP Scholarships

We are pleased to announce that, once again in 2025, we have awarded a number of $1,000 scholarships to students who have graduated from high school within the last two years and who plan to attend college.

This year’s winners are:

MaryBeth Cosgrove

Vergennes Union High School, 2025

Russell Sage College

Anticipated Major: Theater

Ella Kozak

Middlebury Union High School, 2025

University of Toronto

Anticipated Major:  Life Sciences

Benjamin Torres

Middlebury Union High School, 2024

Skidmore College

Anticipated Major: Theater

For a list of prior recipients, see the Scholarships page.

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