Audition turns proposal: man proposes to girlfriend at theater

A community theater audition in Washington County took an unexpected turn when a man proposed to his girlfriend, catching her completely off guard. The moment, captured on video and shared by The Little Lake Theatre, has quickly gone viral.

Surprise engagement at little lake theatre

Erika Krenn thought she was simply participating in a cold read for a play. Instead, her boyfriend, Brandon, emerged from backstage to propose, dropping to one knee as she read lines she believed were part of the script. The video shows Krenn’s reaction – a mixture of surprise and delight – as confetti rained down after she accepted.

“Best audition ever,” the Little Lake Theatre wrote in their Facebook post accompanying the video, which has garnered over 11,000 views. Krenn described the experience as “still feels like a dream.”

The script Brandon prepared for Krenn wasn't a standard audition piece. It was a custom-written proposal, cleverly disguised as scene reading material. The unexpected gesture has resonated online, offering a heartwarming antidote to often-dramatic news cycles.

The incident highlights the power of unexpected moments and the lengths people will go to express their affection. The couple plans to celebrate with friends and family.

The Little Lake Theatre, located in North Strabane Township, has become a focal point for the viral story. The proposal video serves as a reminder of the human connection that thrives even in the most ordinary settings.