A Love Letter to Rocky Horror

“The world of Rocky Horror is like no other; it’s a safe space to be outrageous, weird, sexy, and free. And for me, that safety net opened the door to a deeper confidence that carried into every part of my life.”

Why Stories Like This Matter: Every Brilliant Thing

Every season, High Tide invites us in to engage with stories that linger long after the lights come up. These stories require us to bring our vulnerability to the front and leave our judgement at the door. In a time that stigmatizes saying the quiet part out loud, Every Brilliant Thing gently insists otherwise. 

Into the Woods and Into the Community​

We’re incredibly lucky to have the Drew Lewis Foundation in Springfield. High Tide Theatrical is honored to partner with them during our production of Into the Woods, and I can’t wait to share this meaningful and exciting experience with you all.

Feeling Less Alone, Together: How Live Theater Helps Us Talk About Mental Health

In a deeply personal and beautifully written reflection, High Tide board member Sarah Jenkins explores how live theater creates space for compassion, conversation, and connection around mental health. From a formative Broadway moment in her teen years to her current role helping bring Every Brilliant Thing to life, Sarah shares how stories onstage can help us process emotions we’re often too afraid to speak aloud.

This blog post offers a powerful reminder: theater is more than entertainment—it’s a shared human experience that can make us feel seen, understood, and less alone.

Waves of Change: Tank’s Tale

As part of our partnership with K9s for Camo during our run of HAIR, we’re honored to share the voices of those directly impacted by their life-changing work. Here is a personal story from one of K9s for Camo’s clients — a family whose life has been forever transformed by the gift of a service dog.