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Ross Summer Music Theatre proudly presents the Community Theatre Area Premiere of LEAP OF FAITH—the only place in the world to see this musical production this summer! Featuring music by Alan Menken, the legendary composer behind The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Newsies, and Sister Act, Leap of Faith brings an exhilarating night of entertainment inspired by the 1992 Steve Martin film of the same name.
Follow the story of Reverend Jonas Nightengale, a charming con artist and part-time preacher who arrives in a small Kansas town with his revival tent. When the determined Sheriff Marla McGowan tries to protect the townspeople from Jonas's schemes, Jonas's encounter with her and her son sparks a transformation that challenges even the most cynical to take a true leap of faith.
Featuring a soaring gospel and pop-rock score by Alan Menken and lyrics by Glenn Slater, Leap of Faith is a dynamic show where the audience becomes part of the experience, including interactive scenes and even “Jonas Bucks,” which you can use in the production.
Performances are at Reinhart Auditorium in Merrillville on Fridays and Saturdays, July 24, 25, 31 and Aug 1 at 7:30pm and Sundays, July 26 and August 2 at 3pm.
To enhance your show experience, we offer show-themed meals at our concession stand opening 45 minutes before showtime for dinner and again during intermission for dessert! See our menu attached and get your taste-buds "a-pumpin'."
Tickets, originally priced at $22, have been reduced by $4 to make attending more affordable. Use the code JONAS BUCKS to save an additional $2 per ticket. We also offer family-friendly deals, including a four-ticket family pass and meal-inclusive family passes that cost less than a night at the movies. Plus, our six-ticket Flex Pass provides versatile options for attending multiple shows.
Don’t miss this unique theatrical event! Get your tickets today at Click for Details or call 219-413-1213
Follow the story of Reverend Jonas Nightengale, a charming con artist and part-time preacher who arrives in a small Kansas town with his revival tent. When the determined Sheriff Marla McGowan tries to protect the townspeople from Jonas's schemes, Jonas's encounter with her and her son sparks a transformation that challenges even the most cynical to take a true leap of faith.
Featuring a soaring gospel and pop-rock score by Alan Menken and lyrics by Glenn Slater, Leap of Faith is a dynamic show where the audience becomes part of the experience, including interactive scenes and even “Jonas Bucks,” which you can use in the production.
Performances are at Reinhart Auditorium in Merrillville on Fridays and Saturdays, July 24, 25, 31 and Aug 1 at 7:30pm and Sundays, July 26 and August 2 at 3pm.
To enhance your show experience, we offer show-themed meals at our concession stand opening 45 minutes before showtime for dinner and again during intermission for dessert! See our menu attached and get your taste-buds "a-pumpin'."
Tickets, originally priced at $22, have been reduced by $4 to make attending more affordable. Use the code JONAS BUCKS to save an additional $2 per ticket. We also offer family-friendly deals, including a four-ticket family pass and meal-inclusive family passes that cost less than a night at the movies. Plus, our six-ticket Flex Pass provides versatile options for attending multiple shows.
Don’t miss this unique theatrical event! Get your tickets today at Click for Details or call 219-413-1213
Date & Time
August 2, 2026
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Location
Reinhart Auditorium
276 EAST 68TH PLACE
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
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Ross Summer Music Theatre has come a very long way in the past 50 plus years. Moving from the tiny stage in the school gymnasium that doesn't even exist anymore, to the gym floor, and finally to the state-of-the-art Reinhart Auditorium. Jerry Reinhart was always ahead of his time, from his large extravagant sets to his large lavish orchestras. Jerry was also an innovator; RSMT was using projection in his shows all the way back to 1977. There was no video back then. He used 16 mm film. His use of lifts made sets fly in The Wizard of OZ, and Jesus rise from the dead in Jesus Christ Superstar. RSMT first used cordless mics in 1975 and was one of the first theatres in the area to start using them on every actor back in 1994. RSMT has grown by leaps and bounds the past 20 years and saw many innovations. In 1995 Ross was one of the first theatres to start using automated lights and they have since become a gigantic part of our lighting design. While times have changed, the vision of the group founded by Jerry and Margilee has not.
The goals of RSMT have been, and always will be three fold: 1.) To allow anyone that wants to participate in a musical the chance to do so, 2.) Make the theatre a learning and family oriented experience for all, and 3.) While providing 1 and 2, maintaining an excellent production and producing a professional quality show while keeping ticket prices affordable for our patrons. RSMT ticket prices are some of the lowest in the area, but have always been self supportive through ticket sales alone. So, by your continued support at the box office, you are truly helping to keep RSMT alive for hopefully another 50 years.
The goals of RSMT have been, and always will be three fold: 1.) To allow anyone that wants to participate in a musical the chance to do so, 2.) Make the theatre a learning and family oriented experience for all, and 3.) While providing 1 and 2, maintaining an excellent production and producing a professional quality show while keeping ticket prices affordable for our patrons. RSMT ticket prices are some of the lowest in the area, but have always been self supportive through ticket sales alone. So, by your continued support at the box office, you are truly helping to keep RSMT alive for hopefully another 50 years.
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Ross Music Theatre / M&M Productions
193 E. 68TH PL.
MERRILLVILLE, Indiana 46410
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