The Casper Children’s Theatre worked with the Stedillie family to establish The Michael and Ebba Stedillie Scholarship Fund in order to provide scholarships to young performers in our community.  Michael and Ebba know that theatre can change lives.  Michael found his vocation in ninth grade after being cast in a production of “Oliver.”  He and Ebba met doing summer stock shows at the Post Playhouse in Fort Robinson, Nebraska in 1973, and the two have been contributing to the theatre community ever since.  After moving to Wyoming in 1986, Michael taught theatre and stage craft, among many other classes, at Kelly Walsh High School until his retirement in 2015.  Both he and Ebba have directed and appeared in many plays at Stage III, and Michael has appeared in many summer musicals at Casper College.

This scholarship was established to honor the Stedillies and their contributions to the Casper theatre community, but most importantly, to give young performers the chance to find their home in the performing arts the way that Michael and Ebba did, regardless of a child’s financial status.  Whether you are new to theatre and want to give it a try or you are an established performer who wants to continue to hone their craft, this scholarship is for YOU!

Scholarship applications are open year-round.

Both full and partial scholarships are offered. No more than 3 applicants will receive a scholarship for each production, camp, and workshop.

When applying for a scholarship you will indicate which production, camp, or workshop you are interested in receiving a scholarship.

STEP ONE: Complete the Michael & Ebba Stedillie Scholarship Application.

STEP TWO: You will receive an email confirmation that your application has been received.

STEP THREE: Watch your email for the winners of the Michael & Ebba Stedillie Scholarship one month prior to each production.

STEP FOUR:  If you are a winner you will be contacted directly with more details.