Paula Makar

Paula Makar

Paula is very excited to be a Contributing Editor for BroadwayWorld.com! Paula is an Associate Member of SDCS and Actor's Equity. Currently, Paula is an Associate Professor of Theatre at Neosho County Community College in Chanute, KS. Paula earned her Master’s Degree in Theatre from Oklahoma State University, where she directed These Shining Lives and a new work, Trigger. Paula received her BFA in Theatre Performance from Wichita State, where she also served as an Adjunct Lecturer and Online Instructor. Paula also taught at Southwestern College, where she directed The Liar. She directed High School Musical and Annie for MTYP, and an original show written by her Performing Arts students at Upward Bound Wichita Prep at Wichita State. Paula also directed Othello for Wichita Shakespeare Company, and Frost/Nixon for Wichita Community Theatre. Paula is also an actress, and has many favorite roles, including Bad Ass Betty in The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical at Roxy’s Downtown, Janis in Hands On A Hardbody at the Forum Theatre, and Peggy in Weekend Comedy at the Great Plains Theatre in Abilene, KS. Paula played Martha in last three productions of White Christmas at the Crown Uptown; she also played Prudy, The Gym Teacher and the Matron in Hairspray, and Miss Hannigan in Annie. Paula directed and appeared in many of the Crown’s Children’s Theatre offerings. Other favorite roles include Sara Jane Moore in Assassins, Miss Lynch in Grease, and Princess Puffer in The Mystery of Edwin Drood. Paula can also be seen from time to time on the stage at Prairie Pines in their interactive murder mysteries. A native of Buffalo, New York, she now calls Wichita, Kansas home. In Buffalo, Paula was a member of the Buffalo Ensemble Theatre and Theatre of Youth. In Michigan, Paula was an Adjunct Instructor of Drama at Olivet College, and also ran the Youth Theatre Programs at the Marshall Civic and Marshall Middle School, where she directed and choreographed many productions. 






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Previews: JEKYLL & HYDE at Roxy's Downtown
Previews: JEKYLL & HYDE at Roxy's Downtown
February 21, 2024

Roxy’s Downtown is thrilled to present the musical sensation Jekyll & Hyde, opening on Thursday, February 22. This timeless tale about the struggle between good and evil blends the classic novella by Robert Louis Stevenson with a mesmerizing score by multi-Grammy- and Tony-nominated Frank Wildhorn and double-Oscar- and Grammy-winning Leslie Bricusse.

Previews: ELF at The Forum Theatre
Previews: ELF at The Forum Theatre
December 9, 2023

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! A New Holiday Tradition at the Forum Theatre! Everyone’s favorite elf is back at the Forum Theatre December 7-23, to spread Christmas cheer by singing loud for all to hear in Elf the Musical!

Previews: ROXY'S DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCES THEIR 2024-25 SEASON! at Roxy's Downtown
Previews: ROXY'S DOWNTOWN ANNOUNCES THEIR 2024-25 SEASON! at Roxy's Downtown
December 6, 2023

Roxy's Downtown Artistic Director Rick Bumgardner announced the highly anticipated 2024/25 season today, bringing cutting-edge theater to the heart of the country. Roxy’s has introduced audiences to innovative new works since 2014 and this season is no exception.

Previews: THE LAST LIFE BOAT at Guild Hall Players
Previews: THE LAST LIFE BOAT at Guild Hall Players
November 18, 2023

Guild Hall Players is pleased to present The Last Lifeboat by Luke Yankee. The play was first performed in 2014 and has had over 65 performances since. This captivating and interesting play will be performed at St. James Episcopal Church located at 3750 E. Douglas in Wichita, KS.

Previews: SWEENEY TODD at Forum Theatre Wichita
Previews: SWEENEY TODD at Forum Theatre Wichita
September 27, 2023

Broadway’s Hit Musical Sweeney Todd is at the Forum Theatre in Wichita, and is currently running until October 8. 

Previews: THE GOLDEN GIRLS, A PARODY at Roxy's Downtown
Previews: THE GOLDEN GIRLS, A PARODY at Roxy's Downtown
September 15, 2023

Roxy's Downtown is pleased to announce the highly anticipated return of The Golden Girls, A Parody, back for its 7th season. Directed by Tom Frye, the beloved production promises uproarious laughter, heartfelt moments, and a nostalgic journey that pays tribute to the original television series.

SLOW NIGHT Begins Performances at Kechi Playhouse 9/8
SLOW NIGHT Begins Performances at Kechi Playhouse 9/8
September 1, 2023

Kechi Playhouse is happy to announce the fourth production of their 41st year: Slow Night, an original play by local playwright, Dawn DeProspo, September 8-October 1.

Previews: DREAMGIRLS at Crown Uptown
Previews: DREAMGIRLS at Crown Uptown
August 23, 2023

The Crown Arts Collaborative (CAC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization, kicks off its 2023 season with the powerful musical 'Dreamgirls,' set to grace the stage at the historic Crown Uptown Theatre. This captivating show promises to transport audiences into the heart of the entertainment industry's golden age, with performances running on weekends from August 25 to September 10, with Friday and Saturday showtimes at 8:00 PM, and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM.

Previews: WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME IN THE MORNING? at Kechi Playhouse
Previews: WILL YOU STILL LOVE ME IN THE MORNING? at Kechi Playhouse
August 9, 2023

Kechi Playhouse is happy to announce the third production of their 41st year: Will You Still Love Me in the Morning by Brian Clemens and Dennis Spooner, August 4-27.

Previews: RED, WHITE, AND BROADWAY at Music Theatre Wichita at Botanica
Previews: RED, WHITE, AND BROADWAY at Music Theatre Wichita at Botanica
July 2, 2023

Red, White, and Broadway is coming to Botanica and runs from July 1 to July 4th! It’s a new version of the patriotic musical review created by Artistic Director Brian J. Marcum that features singers Injoy Fountain, Daniel Gonzalez, Jennifer Marcum, Angelica McRae Breathett, and Rob Moye III, along MTW Resident Ensemble.

Review: ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre WIchita At The Capitol Federal Amphitheater In Andover, KS
Review: ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre WIchita At The Capitol Federal Amphitheater In Andover, KS
June 20, 2023

WOW! What a fun show! I love some of the crazy lines that just pop up out of nowhere, like “Phil Collins can be kick ass sometimes!” Rock of Ages definitely lived up to its hype, and I was super fortunate to see this production. This well paced show boasted soooo many strong performances, I hardly know where to begin.

Interview: Eric Sciotto And Brian J. Marcum of ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre Wichita
Interview: Eric Sciotto And Brian J. Marcum of ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre Wichita
June 1, 2023

On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, I had the excellent opportunity to sit down with Eric Sciotto, Director and Choreographer of Rock of Ages at MTWichita, and Brian J. Marcum, Artistic Director at MTWichita. It was a wide ranging interview, with a very stream of consciousness feel, and they were gracious enough to grant me an hour over a lunch break during rehearsal last Tuesday. The energy was high, and I was able to get some excellent insight into Eric’s choreographic process. I also spoke to Brian about leading MTWichita into a new era.

Previews: GUYS AND DOLLS at Cowley Summer Theatre at The Robert Brown Theatre
Previews: GUYS AND DOLLS at Cowley Summer Theatre at The Robert Brown Theatre
May 27, 2023

Having wanted to start a Summer Theatre at Cowley College for the past five years, director of theatre Nick Albrecht is excited to announce the inaugural season of Summer Theatre thanks to a generous grant from the V.J. Wilkins Foundation and the hardworking staff at Cowley College.   The Summer Theatre will offer two productions as part of this first year: Guys & Dolls by Frank Loesser, Jo Swerling, and Abe Burrows, and Seussical, the musical by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.  

Previews: ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre Wichita at The Capitol Federal Amphitheater In Andover, KS
Previews: ROCK OF AGES at Music Theatre Wichita at The Capitol Federal Amphitheater In Andover, KS
May 27, 2023

Rock of Ages is coming to the Capitol Federal Amphitheater in Andover, KS. It’s running May 31 through June 4. The show starts at 7:30pm and tickets start at $25!

Previews: PANTIEMONIUM at Kechi Playhouse
Feature: BROADWAY BOOTCAMP at Crown Uptown
Feature: BROADWAY BOOTCAMP at Crown Uptown
May 25, 2023

Attention Wichita Area Performers! The Crown Uptown and Injoy Fountain presents Broadway Bootcamp, featuring seven days of intense training from industry professionals in Voice, Acting, and Musical Theatre Dance followed by a Showcase at the end to bring it all together. Currently there are only 10 Spots Available!

Feature: Little Satchmo Nominated for An Emmy
Feature: Little Satchmo Nominated for An Emmy
May 5, 2023

Over 50 years after the death of Louis Armstrong, the American icon’s only child, Sharon Preston-Folta, comes forward in the acclaimed PBS documentary, Little Satchmo. After living closely in the shadows of her father, Armstrong’s secret daughter reveals a family and their relationship that was kept entirely invisible - until now.

Previews: HAMILTON at Century II Concert Hall
Previews: HAMILTON at Century II Concert Hall
May 3, 2023

HAMILTON is coming to Century II in Wichita, KS!! Single tickets are on sale to the public at BroadwayWichita.com or by calling 1-316-755-7328. Tickets will be available for performances June 6–18, 2023.       

Previews: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Roxy's Downtown
Previews: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at Roxy's Downtown
January 6, 2023

I saw this show last night and it was brilliant! It's going to sell out quickly, so please get your tickets ASAP! My review is forthcoming. From the creative minds of the Mischief Theatre Company, this Tony winning farce portrays the doomed opening night of THE MURDER AT HAVERSHAM MANOR. The play won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Comedy, a Tony Award, Drama Desk Award and was nominated for an Outer Critics Circle and Drama League Award. 

Review: THIS IS OUR YOUTH at Jabara Flexible Theatre In De Mattias Hall At Newman University
Review: THIS IS OUR YOUTH at Jabara Flexible Theatre In De Mattias Hall At Newman University
August 18, 2022

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