Missoula Children's Theatre

Missoula Children’s Theatre: The Tortoise vs. the Hare

Take a look back at an unforgettable week of theatre at the Brock Performing Arts Center!



In June 2026, local students joined the nationally acclaimed Missoula Children’s Theatre for a one-week residency, bringing The Tortoise vs. the Hare to life in just days. From auditions and rehearsals to the final performances, students built confidence, creativity, teamwork, and friendships along the way.

Watch the video to see highlights from the show and celebrate our talented young performers!

Castanya Breen fell in love with theater in the third grade while performing on a church stage in Texas, and she has never looked back. From costuming and performing to teaching and directing, live theater has been a lifelong passion. Now, after moving to Davie County earlier this year, she is bringing that passion to the Brock Performing Arts Center as the director of Admissions, an original musical comedy by Davie County playwright Daryl Rosenbaum.

Castanya is excited to be back in the director’s chair and to collaborate with local artists. “I love meeting new people, helping them grow, and watching them entertain others,” she shared. “Live theater feeds off connection and community.”