A local theater group turned a musical comedy into serious community impact this summer — raising $9,000 for the Ovid Fire Department. The Between the Lakes Community Service Players presented the check on Sept. 11, following a community 9/11 commemoration. “Partnering with the Ovid Fire Department this year was an easy decision for us,” said Artistic Director Tina Coville-Bauder. Theater with a missionFounded in 2004, the Between the Lakes Community Service Players (BTLCSP) pairs each summer production with a local nonprofit partner. Looking aheadBTLCSP will take 2026 off from full productions but plans to host a one-week Youth Theatre Camp in July.