Rogers & Hammerstein’s State Fair will take the stage as the 2023 Schmeckfest musical under the direction of Kris Carlson. Performances will take place on March 23, 24 and 25, with the following cast members in place:
Abel Frake – Peter Tuff
Margy Frake – Ashley Fink
Melissa Frake – Sonja Waltner
Wayne Frake – Josh Hofer
Eleanor – Lynnelle Yoder Hofer
Harry – Kenny Birkey
Dave Miller – Charles Fink
The Fair Announcer – Brad Carlson
The Hoop-La Barker – Jeremy Waltner
Emily Arden – Ashley McCue
Vivian – Estelle Waltner
Jeanne – Angelynn Allison
Pat Gilbert – Brennan Waltner
Charlie – Austin VanDiepen
Lem – Dan Graber
Clay – Nick Schrag
Hank Munson – Colin Waltner
The Chief of Police – Monte Waltner
Violet – Margaret Reimler
The Fairtones – Estelle Waltner, Angelyn Allison, Sonora Myers, Bailey Carlson, Maddie Anderson
Judge Heppenstahl – Seth Loofborrow
Mrs. Edwin Metcalf of Pottsville – Lois Wollman
After a lapse of three years due to COVID, Schmeckfest organizers, as well as the entire community, are pleased to bring back a staged musical. Reserved tickets for all three performances will available online at Schmeckfest.com.
The traditional Schmeckfest meal comprised of German foods will be served on Friday, March 24, and Saturday, March 25. Advance tickets are required for the meal; orders for those tickets may be placed online, as well.
With over 60 years since its start, Schmeckfest is one of South Dakota’s longest running festivals.bb