Bright Star Named Schmeckfest 2026 Musical
The Schmeckfest Program Committee has named Will Ortman as artistic director for the production of Bright Star, a gentle-spirited, easygoing and heartwarming American musical. Read the full story at the Freeman Courier website.
For those hoping for a role in Bright Star, auditions for lead roles will take place on Dec 8, 2025.
Be sure to plan to attend all the Schmeckfest festivities April 10 & 11, 2026. We're already excited to see you!
Tickets for the meal and musical go on sale on Dec 1, 2025, but note: orders received prior to Jan 1, 2026 will be assigned seating in a randomized order.
Buy your tickets here! or Print a mail-in order form.
— The Schmeckfest Steering Committee
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Schmeckfest has been an annual celebration in Freeman, South Dakota since 1959. All proceeds benefit Freeman Academy.