About Us
Welcome to the Laredo Little Theatre. Founded in 1911, the Laredo Little Theatre has set the stage for the artistic expression of theater arts, dance and music for the Laredo community.
Mission
The Laredo Little Theatre’s Mission Statement is to preserve, develop and promote the arts and culture in Laredo and the surrounding communities. The scope of the theatre’s programming varies in each of the following: theatre arts, dance, and music. The Laredo Little Theatre has captivated audiences for over 100 years with productions ranging from youthful classics to dramatic new-age plays. Every stunning performance has been brought to life by volunteers of every age, race, and background with a love for the stage. The Laredo Little Theatre nurtures participants by enhancing self-esteem, developing language and communication skills, strengthening cultural identity, increasing academic and vocational skill sets, and promoting literacy in both English and Spanish.
Laredo Little Theatre Presents 2026 Children’s Summer Musical Production Disney’s The Lion King JR.
Laredo Little Theatre is thrilled to announce its
Children’s Summer Musical Production, Disney’s
The Lion King JR., directed by Nina Vela-Cuellar
and Victor Serna (assistant director), produced by
A.B. Barrera, with Dr. Joseph Crabtree serving as
Musical Director and Daniela Veloz serving as
choreographer. The Theatre invites the
community to be part of the wildest, most.
unforgettable show of the summer!
Celebrating the Circle of Life in this timeless story
of courage, friendship, and destiny. Disney’s The
Lion King has captivated the imagination of
audiences around the world, and now Laredo
audiences can experience this one-of-a-kind.
musical in their own community. Laredo Little
Theatre will bring the African savanna to life on
stage with Simba, Rafiki, and unforgettable
cast of characters as they journey from Pride
Rock to the jungle and back again in this
inspiring, coming-of-age tale.
The Lion King JR. features classic songs from the
Broadway musical and animated feature film,
including “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” “He Lives
in You,” and “Hakuna Matata.” Young performers
will also get the chance to learn a wide range of
new theatrical skills—such as mask-making and
puppetry—encouraging them to explore this
beloved story with creativity and pride.
Entertaining All Audiences
The Laredo Little Theatre has captivated audiences for over 100 years with productions ranging from youthful classics to dramatic new-age plays. Every stunning performance has been brought to life by volunteers of every age, race, and background with a love for the stage. It is a tradition of the Laredo Little Theatre to nurture its participants by enhancing self-esteem, developing language and communication skills, strengthening cultural identity. increasing academic and vocational skill sets, and promoting literacy in both English and Spanish.