EMACT Member Groups
A common thread theatre company
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214 Concord Street
Framingham, MA 01702 508-834-4682 acommonthreadtheatre.org info@acommonthreadtheatre.org Jaimee Banks (President) |
The purpose of A Common Thread Theatre Company is to foster, promote, and increase the public knowledge and appreciation of the arts and cultural activities in the Greater Boston area through theatre. Furthermore, to provide for the training and education of actors, directors and others involved in theater productions by providing an opportunity to demonstrate and improve their skills through participation in theatrical productions.
The Academy of performing arts
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120 Main Street
Orleans, MA 02780 (508) 255-1963 https://www.academyplayhouse.org office@academyplayhouse.com Judy Hamer (President) |
Community forms a foundational element of our Core Values, underlining our commitment to ensuring the accessibility of theater and performing arts education for all. We take great pride in announcing our collaboration with the Massachusetts Cultural Council to introduce the Card to Culture Program.
acme theater productions, inc.
11 Old Mill Road
Maynard, MA 01754
(978) 823-0003
https://www.acmetheater.com
kcampbl1@aol.com
Kelsey McDonough (President)
Maynard, MA 01754
(978) 823-0003
https://www.acmetheater.com
kcampbl1@aol.com
Kelsey McDonough (President)
ACME'S MISSION STATEMENT
Founded in 1992, Acme Theater is a group of highly skilled artists who love theater and work together to bring the performing arts to the stage. Whether actor, director, designer or production staff, our volunteers share a common passion for presenting live theater to our local and regional audiences. Acme mission is to be inclusive of all talents and ideas, and produce a variety of thoughtful works. Through various means, we find ways to eliminate barriers to the cost of attendance to historically underfunded members of our audience. In addition to 4 mainstage productions per year, Acme hosts the Acme Improv Company, and fosters the creativity of playwrights by hosting Acme's nationally renowned New Works Winter Festival of new plays.
WHAT IS TEAM ACME
"What is Team Acme?" can really be answered in two ways: 1) What does the group do, and 2) What is the spirit behind Team Acme?
Team Acme is a group of highly skilled people who love theater and work together to bring our ideas to the stage and to our audiences.
That's the easy answer. Like saying that a house is white with green shutters, or that water is wet. While defining what Team Acme does is easy, what Team Acme means is not so cut and dried.
Team Acme means not being labeled as an actor or a director or a lighting designer, but instead knowing that you are supported in trying things that you have never done before.
Team Acme means relying on others to do their best and knowing that their best will probably be better than you expected.
Team Acme means stepping up to help when someone needs it most.
Team Acme is going out to work with other groups to learn, teach and enjoy new experiences.
Team Acme is doing something not because "it's the thing to do", but because "it's the RIGHT thing to do."
Team Acme is enjoying life, theater and friends.
Team Acme is theater, community, vision, love, joy, respect and the opportunity to share these feelings and ideals with the friends we know and the friends we have yet to meet.
Founded in 1992, Acme Theater is a group of highly skilled artists who love theater and work together to bring the performing arts to the stage. Whether actor, director, designer or production staff, our volunteers share a common passion for presenting live theater to our local and regional audiences. Acme mission is to be inclusive of all talents and ideas, and produce a variety of thoughtful works. Through various means, we find ways to eliminate barriers to the cost of attendance to historically underfunded members of our audience. In addition to 4 mainstage productions per year, Acme hosts the Acme Improv Company, and fosters the creativity of playwrights by hosting Acme's nationally renowned New Works Winter Festival of new plays.
WHAT IS TEAM ACME
"What is Team Acme?" can really be answered in two ways: 1) What does the group do, and 2) What is the spirit behind Team Acme?
Team Acme is a group of highly skilled people who love theater and work together to bring our ideas to the stage and to our audiences.
That's the easy answer. Like saying that a house is white with green shutters, or that water is wet. While defining what Team Acme does is easy, what Team Acme means is not so cut and dried.
Team Acme means not being labeled as an actor or a director or a lighting designer, but instead knowing that you are supported in trying things that you have never done before.
Team Acme means relying on others to do their best and knowing that their best will probably be better than you expected.
Team Acme means stepping up to help when someone needs it most.
Team Acme is going out to work with other groups to learn, teach and enjoy new experiences.
Team Acme is doing something not because "it's the thing to do", but because "it's the RIGHT thing to do."
Team Acme is enjoying life, theater and friends.
Team Acme is theater, community, vision, love, joy, respect and the opportunity to share these feelings and ideals with the friends we know and the friends we have yet to meet.
applause academy
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21 Main Street
Taunton, MA 02780 (508) 828-8942 https://www.applauseacademyma.com millerk@applauseacademyma.com Timothy Krief (President) |
We ignite children's passion for the performing arts by introducing them to both the onstage performing and backstage technical aspects of musical theatre. We are building the next generation of strong, confident & kindhearted performers in a safe, non-competitive & inclusive environment.
arlington friends of the drama
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22 Academy St
Arlington, MA 02476-6436 (781) 646-5922 afdtheatre.org info@afdtheatre.org Judy Weinberg (President) |
Arlington Friends of the Drama, now known as AFD Theatre, was founded in 1923 and is one of the ten oldest continually operating community theatre groups in the country. We now live in the former St. John's Episcopal Church, which we extensively updated and made handicap-accessible.
With justified pride we can say that AFD Theatre is among the finest area playhouses for actors, directors, production designers and audiences to produce and enjoy live theatre.
With justified pride we can say that AFD Theatre is among the finest area playhouses for actors, directors, production designers and audiences to produce and enjoy live theatre.
Ashland Community theater
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311 Pleasant Street
Ashland, MA 01721 (508) 944-8187 ashlandcommunitytheater.com ashlandcommunitytheater@gmail.com Joe White (President) |
Ashland Community Theater's mission is to:
Be an open group that accepts and welcomes all people who are interested in being part of Theater, Film and Community;
Produce two quality theater productions per year that entertain, enrich, and educate Ashland, MA and its surrounding communities;
Partner with WACA-TV to produce film and video projects that that entertain, enrich, and educate Ashland, MA and its surrounding communities;
Afford an opportunity for adults and teens interested in acting, directing, writing, and stage work;
Encourage the creation of original material revolving around social issues and values pertinent to our lives and community;
Provide a creative outlet for community building and involvement.
Be an open group that accepts and welcomes all people who are interested in being part of Theater, Film and Community;
Produce two quality theater productions per year that entertain, enrich, and educate Ashland, MA and its surrounding communities;
Partner with WACA-TV to produce film and video projects that that entertain, enrich, and educate Ashland, MA and its surrounding communities;
Afford an opportunity for adults and teens interested in acting, directing, writing, and stage work;
Encourage the creation of original material revolving around social issues and values pertinent to our lives and community;
Provide a creative outlet for community building and involvement.
belmont dramatic club
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c/o 975 Massachusetts Avenue
Unit 209 Arlington, MA 02476 (617) 571-8865 belmontdramaticclub.org cheannwelch@gmail.com CherylAnn Welch (President) |
Founded in 1903, the Belmont Dramatic Club is the second oldest continuously operating and performing community theatre group in the United States. We are a volunteer-run community theatre based in Belmont, Massachusetts, and we are celebrating our 120th anniversary during our 2023-2024 Season! Our productions provide unique acting opportunities for talented and motivated performers.
The BDC is a non-profit organization and strives to expand its commitment to serving the community at large and enriching lives through the enjoyment of contemporary and historical live theatre production. We normally perform one show in the fall (auditions in the Summer) and another show in the spring (auditions in November or December). Over the years we have produced a variety of shows, including musicals, dramas, comedies, and mysteries.
The BDC is a non-profit organization and strives to expand its commitment to serving the community at large and enriching lives through the enjoyment of contemporary and historical live theatre production. We normally perform one show in the fall (auditions in the Summer) and another show in the spring (auditions in November or December). Over the years we have produced a variety of shows, including musicals, dramas, comedies, and mysteries.
burlington players
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PO Box 433
Burlington, MA 01803 (781) 229-2649 www.Burlingtonplayers.com info@burlingtonplayers.com Kristin Hughes (President) |
The Burlington Players are an adult, all volunteer theater group open to those age 18 and over, and new members are always welcome. Experience in performing or in technical theater is welcome, but we also have an apprentice system for anyone who wants to learn. There's fun and entertainment for everyone!
city on a hill arts
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70 Foster Road
Ashby, MA 01431 (978) 906-5081 www.cityonahillarts.org director@cityonahillarts.org Debbie Moylan (President) |
City on a Hill Arts exists to develop and deploy the God-given gifts in each and every one of us. Through the various disciplines, we will nurture a love for the creative as well as the Creator, and foster a positive and encouraging environment to explore our artistic side.
City on a Hill (COH) is a community-focused, multidisciplinary ministry for the development and production of artistic expressions that foster consideration of and critical engagement with our culture, the arts and matters of faith. COH was established to promote the development of God-given talent, to engage culture through creative means, and to foster deeply spiritual responses, all the while bringing honor to God through artistic perspectives.
City on a Hill has at its core a three-fold mission:
1. to promote artistic creations that honor and glorify God
2. share messages of hope
3. inspire our community to a more caring response.
Recognizing that Art is one of the many facets of our Creator, COH seeks to engage our culture through
1. education and development
2. fine and performing arts events
3. service to our community,
Thereby we will explore and respond to what it means to be human in the 21st century. COH fosters meaningful appreciation for, fruitful conversation about, and imaginative expression of thoughtful creations of art that speak truth about God’s world and ourselves.
City on a Hill (COH) is a community-focused, multidisciplinary ministry for the development and production of artistic expressions that foster consideration of and critical engagement with our culture, the arts and matters of faith. COH was established to promote the development of God-given talent, to engage culture through creative means, and to foster deeply spiritual responses, all the while bringing honor to God through artistic perspectives.
City on a Hill has at its core a three-fold mission:
1. to promote artistic creations that honor and glorify God
2. share messages of hope
3. inspire our community to a more caring response.
Recognizing that Art is one of the many facets of our Creator, COH seeks to engage our culture through
1. education and development
2. fine and performing arts events
3. service to our community,
Thereby we will explore and respond to what it means to be human in the 21st century. COH fosters meaningful appreciation for, fruitful conversation about, and imaginative expression of thoughtful creations of art that speak truth about God’s world and ourselves.
Colonial Chorus Players
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P.O. Box 443
1249 Main Street Reading, MA 01867 (781) 944-9780 www.ccp1961.org info@ccp1961.org Tom Coffin (President) |
Colonial Chorus Players is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing an exceptional theater experience to communities north of Boston. Colonial Chorus Players produces three to four musicals and plays a year, presenting in spaces ranging from the cozy Old Hose House to larger stages at local middle or high schools.
Concord players
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51 Walden Street
Concord, MA 01742 (508) 843-9817 www.concordplayers.org treasurer@concordplayers.org Nadine Sa (President) |
The Concord Players trace their history to 1856 and the Concord Dramatic Union, which Louisa May Alcott helped to found. In 1872, the Union became the Concord Dramatic Club, and, ultimately, in 1919, the Concord Players. In 1921, the Players added the stage with fly space, scene dock, storage facilities, and Green Room to the town-owned building at 51 Walden Street, then used also as an armory.
In 1972, the Players joined with the Concord Orchestra and the Concord Band to form the Friends of the Performing Arts in Concord (FOPAC), and the town of Concord agreed to allow this organization to refurbish 51 Walden as a performing arts center. In addition to a music stage for the band and orchestra, a ballet studio was built to house day and evening classes for both children and adults. In 1975, 51 Walden was designated as a "Permanent Bicentennial Memorial."
The Players are proud of their continuous record of presenting quality theatre to the citizens of Concord and the surrounding communities. Three major productions are mounted each season.
The purpose of our organization is to produce and perform quality theatre for the citizens of Concord and the surrounding communities. We encourage the participation of people with an interest in technical theatre, as well as in performing.
In 1972, the Players joined with the Concord Orchestra and the Concord Band to form the Friends of the Performing Arts in Concord (FOPAC), and the town of Concord agreed to allow this organization to refurbish 51 Walden as a performing arts center. In addition to a music stage for the band and orchestra, a ballet studio was built to house day and evening classes for both children and adults. In 1975, 51 Walden was designated as a "Permanent Bicentennial Memorial."
The Players are proud of their continuous record of presenting quality theatre to the citizens of Concord and the surrounding communities. Three major productions are mounted each season.
The purpose of our organization is to produce and perform quality theatre for the citizens of Concord and the surrounding communities. We encourage the participation of people with an interest in technical theatre, as well as in performing.
dramaticallY incorrect theater group & dance company
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9 Central Street #301
Lowell, MA 01852 (978) 490-7834 https://www.ditgdc.org info@ditgdc.org Paul Gymziak (President) |
Dramatically Incorrect Theater Group & Dance Company promotes young and old artists through good amateur community theater productions, while maintaining the dignity and standards of the theater community.
Dramatically Incorrect nurtures and encourages all artists and provides a space where they can thrive, grow, take risks and make bold choices. We do not turn away students or participants due to their inability to pay. We are here to encourage, enliven and support our community.
Dramatically Incorrect nurtures and encourages all artists and provides a space where they can thrive, grow, take risks and make bold choices. We do not turn away students or participants due to their inability to pay. We are here to encourage, enliven and support our community.
dunstable theater collaborative
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617 Groton Street
Dunstable, MA 01827 (617) 320-9761 https://www.dunstabletheater.org info@dunstabletheater.org Jon Swift (President) |
Dunstable Theater Collaborative is a 100% volunteer non-profit arts organization based in Dunstable, MA. We are a community theater who takes the word “community” very seriously, filling the roles of actors, directors, producers, managers, musicians, and crew with people from Dunstable and surrounding towns. We also attempt to keep the cost of our tickets lower than the industry standard in order to bring the entire community together around theater, regardless of means.
enter stage left theater
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98 Hayden Rowe Street
Hopkinton, MA 01748 (508) 435-9222 https://www.hopartscenter.org/enter-stage-left-theater/about-esl rich@enterstagelefttheater.org Kelly Grill (President) |
Established in 2006, Enter Stage Left Theater (ESL) is the resident theater of the Hopkinton Center for the Arts. In addition to providing quality theater education for people of all ages, ESL produces up to 12 productions every year. Each season brings a wide-array of theater options to local MetroWest audiences looking for a great affordable theater experience. The majority of ESL productions take place in the Hopkinton Center for the Arts’ new state-of-the-art Delbridge Family Performance Space.
Auditions for ESL’s plays and musicals take place year-round for older teens and adults. Information is regularly updated on the audition page.
ESL also produces children’s workshops in the fall, winter, spring, and summer. Registration for these popular classes fill-up fast, so early registration is recommended.
Auditions for ESL’s plays and musicals take place year-round for older teens and adults. Information is regularly updated on the audition page.
ESL also produces children’s workshops in the fall, winter, spring, and summer. Registration for these popular classes fill-up fast, so early registration is recommended.
eventide theatre company
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PO Box 2020
Dennis, MA 02638 (508) 233-2148 www.EventideArts.org info@eventidearts.org Susan Martin (President) |
Eventide produces three full stage productions per season, and sponsors both songwriting and playwriting competitions. The songwriting contest features a performance and the playwriting contest features two staged readings. “We provide an encouraging, supportive environment for actors, songwriters and playwrights leading to excellent, creative, and thought-provoking performances that stimulate and educate Cape audiences of all ages.”
The Gertrude Lawrence Stage, Eventide’s home, was built and named in 1954 in memory of famed stage actress Gertrude Lawrence. Lawrence, wife to Richard Aldrich, a producer/director of the Dennis Playhouse, lived in Dennis when not performing and was active around town and at the DUC. Eventide Theatre Company has sponsored issue-oriented cultural events and performances by local artists since former Dennis Union Church music director, Noel Tipton, founded the group in 1998. His goal was to bring concerts, plays and arts-related lectures to Dennis using the performance space, the Gertrude Lawrence Stage, at the Dennis Union Church fellowship hall.
Eventide Theatre Company has since become separate in all respects from the church as an incorporated non-profit 501(c)3 artistic company. The Company maintains a close relationship with and is indebted to the Dennis Union Church for allowing it to rent the space. Eventide Theatre Company has, over the years, upgraded the stage curtains, the lighting and sound systems and recently teamed up with the Dennis Union Church to purchase comfortable upholstered armchairs for the Fellowship Hall/Gertrude Lawrence Stage performances.
The Gertrude Lawrence Stage, Eventide’s home, was built and named in 1954 in memory of famed stage actress Gertrude Lawrence. Lawrence, wife to Richard Aldrich, a producer/director of the Dennis Playhouse, lived in Dennis when not performing and was active around town and at the DUC. Eventide Theatre Company has sponsored issue-oriented cultural events and performances by local artists since former Dennis Union Church music director, Noel Tipton, founded the group in 1998. His goal was to bring concerts, plays and arts-related lectures to Dennis using the performance space, the Gertrude Lawrence Stage, at the Dennis Union Church fellowship hall.
Eventide Theatre Company has since become separate in all respects from the church as an incorporated non-profit 501(c)3 artistic company. The Company maintains a close relationship with and is indebted to the Dennis Union Church for allowing it to rent the space. Eventide Theatre Company has, over the years, upgraded the stage curtains, the lighting and sound systems and recently teamed up with the Dennis Union Church to purchase comfortable upholstered armchairs for the Fellowship Hall/Gertrude Lawrence Stage performances.
georgetown theatre workshop
162 North Street
Georgetown, MA 01833
(617) 872-8594
www.gtowntheatre.org
gtownworkshop@gmail.com
Mary-Liz Murray (President)
Georgetown, MA 01833
(617) 872-8594
www.gtowntheatre.org
gtownworkshop@gmail.com
Mary-Liz Murray (President)
Back in 1974 a few local couples, who were part of a supper club, decided to put on a play. 46 years later and the rest is history. The group was chartered on May 9, 1975 and included the following founding members: Sue Clohecy, Carol Dispenza, Lou Dispenza, Robert Griffin, Nancy Griffin, Elaine Kimball, Steve Kimball, Audrey Magown, Georgianna Nelson, Harold Nelson, Mary Outram
The mission of the Georgetown Theatre Workshop is to introduce people to live stage performance. Current and past programming includes presenting plays, and holding seminars and educational programs for the public. The public is always welcome to attend.
The mission of the Georgetown Theatre Workshop is to introduce people to live stage performance. Current and past programming includes presenting plays, and holding seminars and educational programs for the public. The public is always welcome to attend.
GREATER WORCESTER OPERA
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330 Lancaster Street
West Boylston, MA, 01583 (508) 930-7062 greaterworcesteropera.org contact@greaterworcesteropera.org Elaine Crane (President) |
Greater Worcester Opera (formerly known as Worcester Opera Works) is a regional opera company based in Central Massachusetts. A not-for-profit organization, GWO produces mainstage opera, concerts, touring opera for students, and a variety of other musical events utilizing the talents of the area's finest professionally trained singers and musicians.
Greater Worcester Opera was founded in 2003 by singers formerly associated with Salisbury Lyric Opera Company, with a two-fold mission of opera performance and education. Led by Executive Director Elaine Crane, GWO performs mainstage operas, concerts, and other musical events as well as producing touring operas for students. Please see below for a detailed listing of our various endeavors.
Most of the artists who perform with GWO are professionally trained singers who attended various conservatories and music programs in the area, and then settled down locally to make their homes in New England. Our company combines the excellent training of the classical music world, with the spirit of community theatre, resulting in a company of committed and talented artists who work collaboratively together to create beautiful art in our own community.
Greater Worcester Opera was founded in 2003 by singers formerly associated with Salisbury Lyric Opera Company, with a two-fold mission of opera performance and education. Led by Executive Director Elaine Crane, GWO performs mainstage operas, concerts, and other musical events as well as producing touring operas for students. Please see below for a detailed listing of our various endeavors.
Most of the artists who perform with GWO are professionally trained singers who attended various conservatories and music programs in the area, and then settled down locally to make their homes in New England. Our company combines the excellent training of the classical music world, with the spirit of community theatre, resulting in a company of committed and talented artists who work collaboratively together to create beautiful art in our own community.
hingham civic music theatre
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14 Brewster Road
Hingham, MA 02043 617-686-8340 hcmt.org hinghamcivicmusictheatre@gmail.com Ellen Spadorcia (President) |
Our Mission: To play, to teach, to grow
Hingham Civic Music Theatre has been entertaining audiences since 1948 and serving as an outlet for the wonderfully talented people who have graced our stage.
Our purpose is to bring live musical theatre to the South Shore and surrounding communities at affordable prices, to provide a venue for local thespians to learn, practice, and display their skills, and a learning experience in all aspects of theatre.
Hingham Civic Music Theatre has been entertaining audiences since 1948 and serving as an outlet for the wonderfully talented people who have graced our stage.
Our purpose is to bring live musical theatre to the South Shore and surrounding communities at affordable prices, to provide a venue for local thespians to learn, practice, and display their skills, and a learning experience in all aspects of theatre.
holly chin vocal studio
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11 South Main Street
Natick, MA 01760 508-816-1201 www.hollychin.com hollychinvocals@gmail.com Holly Chin (President) |
My studio is nestled just between the Rt 27 and Rt 30 crossing in Wayland, MA. Although I am trained in many genres of music, my area of expertise is in musical theater. I am also the director of my own theater business in Natick and Wayland. I believe that health and integrity of the voice should always be at the forefront of vocal training. With that in place comes the good stuff!! I enjoy tailoring lessons to each individual as we all have such unique voices and styles. Along with prepping my students technically, for their auditions, college, performances and more. I am available for skype lessons as well as in studio.
hovey players
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9 Spring Street
Waltham, MA 02454 508-748-1266 hoveyplayers.com board@hoveyplayers.com Rebecca Shor (President) |
Hovey Players was established in 1936. Located in the basement of the D'Angio Building in Waltham, Massachusetts, the 52 seat Abbott Memorial Theater is among the most intimate performance spaces in New England. We produce four shows per season featuring a full range of plays including comedies, dramas, and musicals. Hovey Players is a member of the Eastern Massachusetts Association of Community Theaters (EMACT). We celebrate the performing arts and artists throughout New England and more directly in the Waltham and Boston area.
Established in 1936, the "Dramatists" produced their first play Are You Intruding. They were invited by the Hovey Memorial Society to use its newly-constructed 1,300 seat hall taking up permanent residence becoming Hovey Players. In 1945-46 we recorded 100 members. Season ticket holders of 500 grew to 900 (season tickets $2.40, plays $.90 each, musicals $1.50 each). Ushers wore formal dress; the curtain speech was followed by the Star Spangled Banner. In April1946, for Victor Herbert's Sweethearts, we altered our rules holding open auditions. In 1952, the Hovey Memorial Society sold the building to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1507. High rent, disrepair, and television changed the economics of live theatre. We performed in churches, schools (including Lexington Jr. H.S.), the Boys & Girls Club, and small halls for 20 yrs. The basement of 740 Main St became our workshop. The IBEW was sold to SGI International in 1998.
Established in 1936, the "Dramatists" produced their first play Are You Intruding. They were invited by the Hovey Memorial Society to use its newly-constructed 1,300 seat hall taking up permanent residence becoming Hovey Players. In 1945-46 we recorded 100 members. Season ticket holders of 500 grew to 900 (season tickets $2.40, plays $.90 each, musicals $1.50 each). Ushers wore formal dress; the curtain speech was followed by the Star Spangled Banner. In April1946, for Victor Herbert's Sweethearts, we altered our rules holding open auditions. In 1952, the Hovey Memorial Society sold the building to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1507. High rent, disrepair, and television changed the economics of live theatre. We performed in churches, schools (including Lexington Jr. H.S.), the Boys & Girls Club, and small halls for 20 yrs. The basement of 740 Main St became our workshop. The IBEW was sold to SGI International in 1998.
hull performing arts Inc.
333 George Washington Blvd.
Hull, MA 02045
781-631-9697
www.hullperformingarts.org
hpa@hullperformingarts.org
Julie Collinge (President)
Hull, MA 02045
781-631-9697
www.hullperformingarts.org
hpa@hullperformingarts.org
Julie Collinge (President)
Hull Performing Arts (HPA) enhances the cultural life of this community and promotes the performing arts by providing local theater productions and related activities.
Each year the HPA season offers a variety of high-quality performances including drama, comedy, and musicals to the Town of Hull and the South Shore.
All members of the community are encouraged to experience the joy of theater by auditioning, performing, helping backstage and/or attending the variety of shows that HPA offers.
Because HPA is a charitable, nonprofit corporation, its administration is completely made up of volunteers. Exploring the ins and outs of running a nonprofit theater is as much a learning experience as performing.
HPA is organizing workshop theater classes in sets, costumes and lighting to include those individuals who prefer to be creative behind the scenes.
HPA has been involved with more than theater from the very beginning -- from painting the local bathhouse to performing Dr. Seuss's "The Sneeches" for local first grade classes. For a list of some of our community projects, please ask us for our Membership Information brochure.
Each year the HPA season offers a variety of high-quality performances including drama, comedy, and musicals to the Town of Hull and the South Shore.
All members of the community are encouraged to experience the joy of theater by auditioning, performing, helping backstage and/or attending the variety of shows that HPA offers.
Because HPA is a charitable, nonprofit corporation, its administration is completely made up of volunteers. Exploring the ins and outs of running a nonprofit theater is as much a learning experience as performing.
HPA is organizing workshop theater classes in sets, costumes and lighting to include those individuals who prefer to be creative behind the scenes.
HPA has been involved with more than theater from the very beginning -- from painting the local bathhouse to performing Dr. Seuss's "The Sneeches" for local first grade classes. For a list of some of our community projects, please ask us for our Membership Information brochure.
Marblehead little theatre
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12 School Street
Marblehead, MA 01945 781-631-9697 www.mltlive.org info@mltlive.org Julie Menard (President) |
The spark of inspiration that was to become Marblehead Little Theatre (MLT) started in 1955 by members of the drama committee of the Marblehead Woman’s Club. The group led by visionary Terry Hale ignited the imagination of actors and directors in and around Marblehead to tackle bigger and better things. Six decades later, it has proven to be one of the oldest community theatre groups in New England as well as one of the few to have continually produced shows each year.
Read HERE the history of MLT, view a chronological list of productions, examine over 100 show posters past show poster, and learn about the transformation of the old central fire stations into the current MLT Theatre.
Marblehead Little Theatre is a registered 501c.3 not for profit corporation led by an all volunteer board of directors. Each director is the head of at least one sub-committee that oversees administrative function of the theater and its productions.
MLT relies on the greater community for support both financially and with actors, directors and production staff.
Most productions hold open auditions with audition notices posted at https://www.mltlive.com/audition-call/
If you are interested in producing, directing or joining any of the administrative committees, please feel free to contact us at info@mltlive.org
Read HERE the history of MLT, view a chronological list of productions, examine over 100 show posters past show poster, and learn about the transformation of the old central fire stations into the current MLT Theatre.
Marblehead Little Theatre is a registered 501c.3 not for profit corporation led by an all volunteer board of directors. Each director is the head of at least one sub-committee that oversees administrative function of the theater and its productions.
MLT relies on the greater community for support both financially and with actors, directors and production staff.
Most productions hold open auditions with audition notices posted at https://www.mltlive.com/audition-call/
If you are interested in producing, directing or joining any of the administrative committees, please feel free to contact us at info@mltlive.org
Marion art center theater
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80 Pleasant Street
Marion, MA 02738 508-748-1266 marionartcenter.org/theatre marionartcenter@gmail.com Jodi Stevens (President) |
The Marion Art Center, a not-for-profit organization, has been serving the community since 1957. Its mission is to promote the visual and performing arts. The Marion Art Center is comprised of two galleries, a small theater, and a studio.
The Center offers a full schedule of classes in art, music, dance, and theater arts year round to both children and adults.
The Center offers a full schedule of classes in art, music, dance, and theater arts year round to both children and adults.
Mass Arts Center
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888 South Main Street
Mansfield, MA 02048 (508) 339-2922 massartscenter.org ken@massartscenter.org Ken Butler (President) |
The Mass Arts Center (formerly MMAS) provides a cultural home for artists, audiences, and aspiring performers of all ages. At our core is a rich schedule of theater productions, performing arts education, art exhibits, and live entertainment. The synergy of these offerings honors individual artistic interests through diverse creative opportunities.
It all started with (now Executive Director) Ken Butler and a few friends throwing $8 and a dream into a coffee can and forming a small theater company in 1993 known as the Mansfield Music & Arts Society (MMAS). Since then, hundreds of artists and volunteers have worked tirelessly to embrace their original vision of providing a home for the arts in southeastern Massachusetts.
In late 2020 The Mass Arts Center moved from 377 North Main St., into a larger, now renovated property at 888 South Main St. in Mansfield.
Today, the organization is known as The Mass Arts Center and operates at 888 South Main Street with three branches of the organization: The Reservoir Stage, the Morini Art Gallery, and The Academy at Mass Arts. The organization seeks to provide a wide array of education, programs, performances, and opportunities for both aspiring and experienced performers, artists, and patrons from across the region.
It all started with (now Executive Director) Ken Butler and a few friends throwing $8 and a dream into a coffee can and forming a small theater company in 1993 known as the Mansfield Music & Arts Society (MMAS). Since then, hundreds of artists and volunteers have worked tirelessly to embrace their original vision of providing a home for the arts in southeastern Massachusetts.
In late 2020 The Mass Arts Center moved from 377 North Main St., into a larger, now renovated property at 888 South Main St. in Mansfield.
Today, the organization is known as The Mass Arts Center and operates at 888 South Main Street with three branches of the organization: The Reservoir Stage, the Morini Art Gallery, and The Academy at Mass Arts. The organization seeks to provide a wide array of education, programs, performances, and opportunities for both aspiring and experienced performers, artists, and patrons from across the region.
massasoit Theatre company
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1 Massasoit Boulevard
Brockton, MA 02360 (508) 588-9100 massasoit.edu/boxoffice mrocheteau@massasoit.mass.edu Mark Rocheteau (President) |
“Art is not simply a diversion or amusement, rather, we are convinced that art is necessary for the growth and well-being of our society and civilization.”
What do 60’s icons Arlo Guthrie and Richie Havens, 90’s comedy stars Dana Carvey and Paula Poundstone, country music artists Mary Chapin-Carpenter and Bill Monroe, and jazz greats The Dukes of Dixieland all have in common? They, and over a hundred others, have all appeared in Brockton on the stage of the Buckley Performing Arts Center as part of the Live! at Massasoit Performance Series; since 1983, the region’s longest running arts series.
The Buckley Performing Arts Center, named for Senator Anna Buckley, who was instrumental in siting a community college in the City of Brockton, is the theatrical hub of the bustling Fine Arts Building. A resource for the college and the surrounding community, the Fine Arts Building is home to two modern theaters, a state-of-the-art television studio, a radio studio, a painting studio, the Media Center and the college Children’s Daycare Center, not to mention classrooms and staff offices.
What do 60’s icons Arlo Guthrie and Richie Havens, 90’s comedy stars Dana Carvey and Paula Poundstone, country music artists Mary Chapin-Carpenter and Bill Monroe, and jazz greats The Dukes of Dixieland all have in common? They, and over a hundred others, have all appeared in Brockton on the stage of the Buckley Performing Arts Center as part of the Live! at Massasoit Performance Series; since 1983, the region’s longest running arts series.
The Buckley Performing Arts Center, named for Senator Anna Buckley, who was instrumental in siting a community college in the City of Brockton, is the theatrical hub of the bustling Fine Arts Building. A resource for the college and the surrounding community, the Fine Arts Building is home to two modern theaters, a state-of-the-art television studio, a radio studio, a painting studio, the Media Center and the college Children’s Daycare Center, not to mention classrooms and staff offices.
Needham Community Theatre
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PO Box 920242
Needham, MA 02492-0003 (617) 943-6715 needhamtheatre.org needhamcommunitytheatre@gmail.com Heather Daley (President) |
Now entering our 62nd season, Needham Community Theatre NCT is a non-profit organization with a membership of your friends and neighbors from Needham and surrounding communities. We welcome everyone with an interest in music, theatre, and community service to join us onstage, backstage or in the audience. Theatre experience is not required. We traditionally do two shows per year - a musical in the fall and a drama or comedy in the spring. Please consider joining our play reading committee!
One of our goals is to promote interest and education in the dramatic arts. In support of this goal, NCT provides scholarship awards to two graduating seniors from Needham High School each year. NCT also remembers that Community is our middle name, and has a tradition of giving to the community that has taken many forms, such as the donation of the band shell to the Park and Recreation Commission and the donation of stage equipment and curtain for the Carleton Auditorium at Newman Elementary School. Our most precious resources are our members who volunteer their time, advice and assistance to other community groups in their theatrical endeavors.
Through the generous support of our members and audiences, we continue our tradition of bringing high quality arts and entertainment to our community.
One of our goals is to promote interest and education in the dramatic arts. In support of this goal, NCT provides scholarship awards to two graduating seniors from Needham High School each year. NCT also remembers that Community is our middle name, and has a tradition of giving to the community that has taken many forms, such as the donation of the band shell to the Park and Recreation Commission and the donation of stage equipment and curtain for the Carleton Auditorium at Newman Elementary School. Our most precious resources are our members who volunteer their time, advice and assistance to other community groups in their theatrical endeavors.
Through the generous support of our members and audiences, we continue our tradition of bringing high quality arts and entertainment to our community.
New Players Theatre Guild
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15 Rollstone Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420 (978) 345-6570 nptg.org nptg.org@gmail.com Nancy King (President) |
New Players Theatre Guild's goal is to foster and promote an active interest in community theater. It is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to encouraging people of all ages to participate in the joy of creating quality theater for the Montachusett area audiences. NPTG presents small to medium-scale musical productions and musical reviews for the public as well as straight plays. New Players Theatre Guild was founded in 1975 and varies in membership size, but has, at times grown to a membership of over 120 people. The group is managed by a Board of Directors, elected yearly by the membership, as well as several committees that carry out the various activities of the organization.
North shore players
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24 School Street
Beverly, MA 01915 978-646-7328 northsoreplayers.org info@northshoreplayers.org Lucy Keller (President) |
The North Shore Players is a safe & fun place where creative people are free to explore their love of theater and the arts. Whether you love performing on stage, creating the magic backstage, or cheering from the audience, we welcome ALL to our creative family!
When you become part of the North Shore Players you can:
When you become part of the North Shore Players you can:
- Perform On Stage To Receptive Audiences
- Become A Better Actor
- Become A Better Director
- Become A Better Producer
- Become A Better Writer
- Become A Better Technician
- Meet Like-Minded Creative People
- Make New Friends
NORTON Community theatre
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PO Box 343
Norton, MA 02766 508-285-4049 nortonsingers.com info@nortonsongers.org Anna McReynolds (President) |
The Norton Singers, have been entertaining audiences since 1945 bringing such classics as Guys and Dolls, Anything Goes, Kiss Me Kate, and Oklahoma to local community theatre fans. Our group’s primary purpose is to bring live, quality, affordable theatre productions to the local community.
off kendrick inc
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106 Burt Street
Norton, MA 02766 857-205-4985 https://www.offkendrik.com/ ec@offkendrick.com Jayanta Mukherjee (President) |
We are a 501(c)(3) Non-profit organization serving South-Asian community of Boston/New England area through Art, Theater and Storytelling for today and tomorrow. Most of our Theatrical Productions are original plays written and performed in Bengali. Super-captions in English are incorporated for non-Bengali audiences as and when logistics permit.
We also present a Story telling event called Voices, every year and now every 3 months with a virtual slam. Modeled after 'The Moth Radio Hour' from Public Radio, 'Voices' curates stories from the South Asian community, loosely themed on immigrant experiences.
We regularly organize Theater workshops to learn about various forms, techniques and contents of theater and storytelling. We also provide a platform for various theater groups/personalities, social activists and young leaders to talk about their work and express their thoughts.
We also present a Story telling event called Voices, every year and now every 3 months with a virtual slam. Modeled after 'The Moth Radio Hour' from Public Radio, 'Voices' curates stories from the South Asian community, loosely themed on immigrant experiences.
We regularly organize Theater workshops to learn about various forms, techniques and contents of theater and storytelling. We also provide a platform for various theater groups/personalities, social activists and young leaders to talk about their work and express their thoughts.
open door theater
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PO Box 2553
Acton, MA 01720 978-337-0574 opendoortheater.org opendoortheater@gmail.com Sam Gould (President) |
Open Door Theater of Acton is a non-profit, family-oriented, accessible community theater company that has been creating learning experiences through theater for adults, children, and people with disabilities since it was founded in 1980. The Open Door philosophy is that when you offer a positive theater experience, with this mix of people, they learn a lot about themselves and how to get along with each other.
Open Door Theater is located in Acton, Massachusetts, where we produce one large-scale (usually musical) theatrical show every year. Our cast size can be as high as 100 people, and our crew as large if not larger. Our organization is about bringing together a community of theater people who want to have fun and enjoy each other as we rehearse and perform. We are a 501(c)(3) volunteer organization whose theater productions depend upon family involvement both on-stage and off-stage. Our casts and crews draw adults and children from around the Acton area: Concord, Boxboro, Littleton, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Maynard, Westford, Sudbury, etc.
Open Door Theater is located in Acton, Massachusetts, where we produce one large-scale (usually musical) theatrical show every year. Our cast size can be as high as 100 people, and our crew as large if not larger. Our organization is about bringing together a community of theater people who want to have fun and enjoy each other as we rehearse and perform. We are a 501(c)(3) volunteer organization whose theater productions depend upon family involvement both on-stage and off-stage. Our casts and crews draw adults and children from around the Acton area: Concord, Boxboro, Littleton, Carlisle, Chelmsford, Maynard, Westford, Sudbury, etc.
Pentucket Players
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9 Hunters Run Place
Haverhill, MA 01832 978-521-9259 pentucketplayers.org info@pentucketplayers.org Anjelica Jeffreys (President) |
Pentucket Players Inc. is a non-profit community theatre organization dedicated to bringing quality live theatrical entertainment for and by the community. Founded in 1994, the group has produced over 50 musicals, comedies, and dramas. We are a welcoming organization that endeavors to celebrate diversity while showcasing our inter-generational membership. In addition to our mainstage and workshop productions, presented at the Haverhill City Hall Auditorium, Pentucket Players performs a summer production at the beautiful tent pavilion at Bradford Country Club.
Quannapowitt Players
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55 Hopkins Street
Reading, MA 01867-3917 781-942-2212 qptheater.com boxoffice@qptheater.com Donna Corbett (President) |
The Quannapowitt Players have been producing quality community theater productions since 1938. QP started in the Wakefield YMCA. When the troupe had to find a new home they started the Quannapowitt Players, taking the name from the lake between the two communities where they lived. QP purchased the little red school house in Reading during the 1950s and converted it into a black-box theater by 1970. It has intimate seating for 140 patrons with full handicap facilities and lobby after a major renovation in 2008. QP is an all-volunteer membership of thespians and patrons who enjoy four shows each season. Productions range from comedy to tragedy, and include contemporary and classic plays. QP also produces Fundraisers like Suburban Holidays New Play Festival. Quannapowitt Players, Inc. is a member of the Eastern Massachusetts Association of Community Theatres EMACT, the American Association of Community Theatres AACT, and StageSource. QP has received many nominations and theater awards since its inception, from the Greater Boston One Act Festival in the 1950s, to the New England Theatre Conference NETC Festival to the current EMACT DASH Program.
riverside theatre works
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45 Fairmount Avenue
Hyde Park, MA 02136 (646) 319-9572 rtwboston.org kerry@rtwboston.org Kerry-Anne Maalouf (President) |
OUR STORY
Three decades ago, Marietta Phinney, a music teacher in Hyde Park’s Readville neighborhood, realized that local children weren’t getting enough exposure to the arts. So in her backyard she created Riverside Theatre Works, named for the running brook beside her house.
Riverside grew quickly, but those early years were hard. One night, Ms. Phinney sat in her kitchen with a cup of tea, wondering how to go on. Then she read the tagline on her Salada tea bag: “Only those who see the invisible can do the impossible.”
Those encouraging words became Ms. Phinney’s slogan, shared with each new generation of Riverside students. Today, Riverside Theatre Works is a mainstay of Hyde Park and the surrounding area, offering quality productions, musical theater training, and community outreach. Riverside alumni have appeared on Broadway, in national tours, and on stages around Boston. Many return to Riverside, their “second home,” to sing, dance, teach, and inspire the next crop of young performers.
OUR VENUE
A rare community theater with a proscenium stage - and the only live theater venue in Hyde Park - Riverside is located in the historic French’s Opera House in Logan Square. Our 14,000 square foot facility features a 156-seat opera house, a spacious dance studio and rehearsal space, a scene shop, a lounge, and several meeting and rehearsal rooms.
We host several main stage theatrical performances every year, from all-youth productions to family-friendly shows to challenging plays and musicals aimed at adults. We also host recitals, meetings, fundraisers, and community gatherings, making us a key attraction and connector for the entire neighborhood.
OUR MISSION
To have all aspects of Riverside Theatre Works reflect the cultural, social, and economic diversity of our community
To offer a broad range of programs that help children become more confident and develop better life skills
To make theatre programs affordable and accessible through financial assistance
To proactively partner with community youth organizations
To establish and sustain contacts with community agencies that serve economically disadvantaged children and families in neighborhood
Three decades ago, Marietta Phinney, a music teacher in Hyde Park’s Readville neighborhood, realized that local children weren’t getting enough exposure to the arts. So in her backyard she created Riverside Theatre Works, named for the running brook beside her house.
Riverside grew quickly, but those early years were hard. One night, Ms. Phinney sat in her kitchen with a cup of tea, wondering how to go on. Then she read the tagline on her Salada tea bag: “Only those who see the invisible can do the impossible.”
Those encouraging words became Ms. Phinney’s slogan, shared with each new generation of Riverside students. Today, Riverside Theatre Works is a mainstay of Hyde Park and the surrounding area, offering quality productions, musical theater training, and community outreach. Riverside alumni have appeared on Broadway, in national tours, and on stages around Boston. Many return to Riverside, their “second home,” to sing, dance, teach, and inspire the next crop of young performers.
OUR VENUE
A rare community theater with a proscenium stage - and the only live theater venue in Hyde Park - Riverside is located in the historic French’s Opera House in Logan Square. Our 14,000 square foot facility features a 156-seat opera house, a spacious dance studio and rehearsal space, a scene shop, a lounge, and several meeting and rehearsal rooms.
We host several main stage theatrical performances every year, from all-youth productions to family-friendly shows to challenging plays and musicals aimed at adults. We also host recitals, meetings, fundraisers, and community gatherings, making us a key attraction and connector for the entire neighborhood.
OUR MISSION
To have all aspects of Riverside Theatre Works reflect the cultural, social, and economic diversity of our community
To offer a broad range of programs that help children become more confident and develop better life skills
To make theatre programs affordable and accessible through financial assistance
To proactively partner with community youth organizations
To establish and sustain contacts with community agencies that serve economically disadvantaged children and families in neighborhood
roundabout productions
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1 Shady Way
Norfolk, MA 02056 (508) 507-8762 www.roundaboutproductions.org roundaboutproductions@outlook.com Lori Beck (President) |
Shirleyarts!
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P.O. Box 49
2 Shaker Road Shirley, MA 01464 (978) 425-4513 www.shirleyarts.info mmarcinkewicz@shirleyarts.info Meredith Marcinkewicz (President) |
Starting in 1989, I had a group called Shirley Children’s Theater. We were based mostly at the Lura A. White School and in later years, supported by the PTA. We performed plays, concerts, and musicals at various locations around Shirley. We purchased a portable sound system for use at LAW and on the road. We purchased new curtains for that stage and new bumper pads for the wall next to the stage, as well as a custom-made piano cover.
In the spring of 2004, the Children’s Theater was the first group to perform in the new Shirley Middle School auditorium. In support of the new space, I committed to raising money to purchase the sound equipment for the auditorium.
I very soon realized that I had the chance to offer performing opportunities for adults as well as children, and I could not do it alone. By the fall of 2004 a group of supporters who became our charter members came up with a name, set our goals, wrote our by-laws, and ShirleyArts! became a non-profit corporation. All of SCT’s assets were transferred to the new organization. Over the years, Shirley Children’s Theater and ShirleyArts! have purchased curtains, light instruments, lamps for the instruments, industrial fans, keyboard dust covers, storage shelves, and other needed equipment.
We continued to do shows with children, and continued to do the Christmas concerts which benefited local charities, and a fall concert which benefited the First Parish Meetinghouse. Adults and children from throughout the region began to take part in our activities.
In 2005 we produced our first teen play in the new auditorium and worked with Shirley Middle School students to take part in Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild activities. We also paid to bring professional performances to school students and we sponsored fund-raising concerts.
In 2006 we did our first adult play while continuing a full schedule of other activities.
In 2009 we produced our first full-length family musical – “Wizard of Oz.” We also had our first Music and Movement Class for Kindergarten and First Grade Students. We charged an average of $3 per hour for such classes and always had scholarship money available for those who could not afford the participation fee.
Since that time, ShirleyArts! has continued to do the Christmas Concert benefits, family musicals, a summer children’s musical, music and movement classes, and other activities.
From the beginning, we have purchased percussion instruments like tambourines and bongos for use with children’s classes and adult performances. We received a grant to purchase ten ukuleles and have sponsored classes for children and jam sessions for teens and adults. We provided electronic keyboards that can be used in each school building and other locations as needed.
For several years, we were able to store costumes, props, and set pieces at the old Hazen Library. When that building was sold, we were able to rent storage space at Phoenix Park. We are thankful to be allowed to use the (now) Ayer-Shirley Regional Middle School auditorium and music room for performances, classes, and temporary storage. We are happy to loan costumes, props, and set pieces to ASRMS and Lura A. White schools, as well as local theater groups.
One new activity in recent years has been tap dance classes which we hope to offer again when we can access an appropriate space. We hope to add more classes for movement and voice, as well as visual arts, in the future.
We have an application form for anyone who would like to apply to lead an activity or take part in a certain kind of activity. Please join us in bringing arts education and enjoyment to the community.
In the spring of 2004, the Children’s Theater was the first group to perform in the new Shirley Middle School auditorium. In support of the new space, I committed to raising money to purchase the sound equipment for the auditorium.
I very soon realized that I had the chance to offer performing opportunities for adults as well as children, and I could not do it alone. By the fall of 2004 a group of supporters who became our charter members came up with a name, set our goals, wrote our by-laws, and ShirleyArts! became a non-profit corporation. All of SCT’s assets were transferred to the new organization. Over the years, Shirley Children’s Theater and ShirleyArts! have purchased curtains, light instruments, lamps for the instruments, industrial fans, keyboard dust covers, storage shelves, and other needed equipment.
We continued to do shows with children, and continued to do the Christmas concerts which benefited local charities, and a fall concert which benefited the First Parish Meetinghouse. Adults and children from throughout the region began to take part in our activities.
In 2005 we produced our first teen play in the new auditorium and worked with Shirley Middle School students to take part in Massachusetts Educational Theater Guild activities. We also paid to bring professional performances to school students and we sponsored fund-raising concerts.
In 2006 we did our first adult play while continuing a full schedule of other activities.
In 2009 we produced our first full-length family musical – “Wizard of Oz.” We also had our first Music and Movement Class for Kindergarten and First Grade Students. We charged an average of $3 per hour for such classes and always had scholarship money available for those who could not afford the participation fee.
Since that time, ShirleyArts! has continued to do the Christmas Concert benefits, family musicals, a summer children’s musical, music and movement classes, and other activities.
From the beginning, we have purchased percussion instruments like tambourines and bongos for use with children’s classes and adult performances. We received a grant to purchase ten ukuleles and have sponsored classes for children and jam sessions for teens and adults. We provided electronic keyboards that can be used in each school building and other locations as needed.
For several years, we were able to store costumes, props, and set pieces at the old Hazen Library. When that building was sold, we were able to rent storage space at Phoenix Park. We are thankful to be allowed to use the (now) Ayer-Shirley Regional Middle School auditorium and music room for performances, classes, and temporary storage. We are happy to loan costumes, props, and set pieces to ASRMS and Lura A. White schools, as well as local theater groups.
One new activity in recent years has been tap dance classes which we hope to offer again when we can access an appropriate space. We hope to add more classes for movement and voice, as well as visual arts, in the future.
We have an application form for anyone who would like to apply to lead an activity or take part in a certain kind of activity. Please join us in bringing arts education and enjoyment to the community.
Square one players
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33 Clews Street
Shrewsbury, MA 01545 (508) 669-7750 www.squareoneplayers.com info@squareoneplayers.com Joanne Smith (President) |
Our mission is to provide a venue to promote and support the performing and cultural arts in Central Massachusetts. The goal of the Square One Players is to provide a quality and economical live theater program that is all inclusive and of course, have a little fun along the way. We strive to open opportunities to anyone who wishes to participate in the art of theater. We hope that one and all will feel welcome to participate either by viewing or taking part in our theater shows.
Come join us and be ready to be entertained!
Come join us and be ready to be entertained!
stage 284
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284 Bay Road
Hamilton, MA 01982 (978) 468-4818 https://communityhouse.org/stage-284/ katie@communityhouse.org Katie Clarke (President) |
The Community House is dedicated to enrichment through arts and events that promote togetherness and strengthen the community. The Community House is a place where everyone is welcome. For 100 years, TCH has connected our community through enrichment programming and special events.
stageworks inc.
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34 Wentworth Avenue
Lowell, MA 01462 (978) 728-9150 https://www.stageworksarts.org info@stageworksarts.org Matthew Valeri (President) |
StageWorks was created to bring quality arts to the communities of North Worcester County and the surrounding areas. StageWorks is incorporated under under 503(c) not for profit status with the mission of delivering performance arts to the public and forwarding cultural enrichment.
sterling community theater
ABOUT US
Sterling Community Theatre strives to provide an outreach of fellowship and cultural enrichment, centered on family and community, by facilitating high quality theatre arts experiences within the greater Sterling community. We seek to cultivate an appreciation of the performing arts by offering live performances, educating through experience, participating in community activities, and through cooperation with other local performing arts groups and The First Church of Sterling.
The Theatre strives to offer a range of challenging, creative opportunities that inspire and allow people of all ages and backgrounds to participate in productions, whether on stage or behind the scenes. Every year we aim to experience growth by expanding participation, encouraging volunteering, and increasing our audience and involvement within the community.
OUR HISTORY
One day in the spring of 1997, Susan Galvin looked at the unused stage in the Parish Hall of The First Church in Sterling and asked, "What do you think about starting a community theatre here?" By that fall, she and a group of The First Church members produced Sterling Community Theatre’s first show, Godspell.
After a surprising success, the group decided to continue the following year with Jesus Christ Superstar. Since then, the group has produced at least one show a year, every year. Subsequent shows have included well-known titles such as Fiddler on the Roof, The Wizard of Oz, and The Music Man, and more recently Seussical, Beauty and the Beast, and MAMMA MIA!
Sterling Community Theatre has always been a proud extension and community outreach of The First Church. Involvement is open to any resident of any town, not just Sterling.
Sterling Community Theatre strives to provide an outreach of fellowship and cultural enrichment, centered on family and community, by facilitating high quality theatre arts experiences within the greater Sterling community. We seek to cultivate an appreciation of the performing arts by offering live performances, educating through experience, participating in community activities, and through cooperation with other local performing arts groups and The First Church of Sterling.
The Theatre strives to offer a range of challenging, creative opportunities that inspire and allow people of all ages and backgrounds to participate in productions, whether on stage or behind the scenes. Every year we aim to experience growth by expanding participation, encouraging volunteering, and increasing our audience and involvement within the community.
OUR HISTORY
One day in the spring of 1997, Susan Galvin looked at the unused stage in the Parish Hall of The First Church in Sterling and asked, "What do you think about starting a community theatre here?" By that fall, she and a group of The First Church members produced Sterling Community Theatre’s first show, Godspell.
After a surprising success, the group decided to continue the following year with Jesus Christ Superstar. Since then, the group has produced at least one show a year, every year. Subsequent shows have included well-known titles such as Fiddler on the Roof, The Wizard of Oz, and The Music Man, and more recently Seussical, Beauty and the Beast, and MAMMA MIA!
Sterling Community Theatre has always been a proud extension and community outreach of The First Church. Involvement is open to any resident of any town, not just Sterling.
sudbury savoyards
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PO Box 762
Sudbury, MA 01776 (781) 369-5992 sudburysavoyards.org info@sudburysavoyards.org Graham Daley (President) |
The Sudbury Savoyards are a community theater organization founded in 1961 in Sudbury, Massachusetts that specializes in the light operas (“operettas”) composed by W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan. As of June 2016, the Sudbury Savoyards became an independent non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. We believe that in community theater, the “community” part and the “theater” part are equally important. We are one of the few theater companies in New England that performs all the works of Gilbert & Sullivan as “Theater on a Grand Scale” – with a large chorus, full orchestra, and full staging, costuming, and lights. These productions feature a chorus open to all who wish to participate, while our leads are selected through competitive auditions. We perform one large scale G&S show a year, in winter. We produce a smaller-scale, usually non-musical comedy or light drama in the summer, and occasionally produce concerts and smaller outreach events.
Tcan players
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14 Summer Street
Natick, MA 01760 617-647-0097 https://www.natickarts.org/tcan-players info@tcanplayers.org Jeannie Baycroft (President) |
TCAN provides a cultural center to the MetroWest Boston region, where national and emerging artists present performances, literary events, and art exhibitions in an environment that brings together individuals and families, children and seniors. Classes in music and theatre are held for students of all ages.
We believe the arts are essential to a complete human experience and to the creation of a vibrant, healthy community.
TCAN serves the MetroWest region by increasing opportunities to experience, participate in, and learn about the arts. To this end, TCAN strives to present arts programs of the highest standard that are available to everyone.
TCAN dedicates its resources to providing community access to diverse arts programs, reducing barriers to attendance, and building appreciation through arts education.
We believe the arts are essential to a complete human experience and to the creation of a vibrant, healthy community.
TCAN serves the MetroWest region by increasing opportunities to experience, participate in, and learn about the arts. To this end, TCAN strives to present arts programs of the highest standard that are available to everyone.
TCAN dedicates its resources to providing community access to diverse arts programs, reducing barriers to attendance, and building appreciation through arts education.
the cannon theatre
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28 Andrews Parkway
Devens, MA 01434 978-448-2108 https://www.thecannontheatre.org/ bamici@thecannontheatre.org Matt Foster (President) |
The mission of The Cannon Theatre is to serve the community by offering a wide range of theatrical experiences and productions that benefit and entertain. We welcome audiences and artists of all ages to learn and grow in a fun, collaborative environment.
The footlight club
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7A Eliot Street
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 617-524-3200 footlight.org artisticplanning@footlight.org Liz Bean (President) |
The Footlight Club is America’s oldest community theater and has produced performances every year since 1877. The Footlight Club’s members have sustained the organization's mission:
To present the best in non-professional theater to a broad-based audience, and to preserve and maintain Eliot Hall as a community resource.
Throughout its long history The Footlight Club has been part of the cultural fabric of Jamaica Plain and surrounding neighborhoods. We welcome the opportunity to partner with local businesses and nonprofit organizations whenever possible. In addition to its full season of plays and musicals, The Footlight Club is committed to preserving Eliot Hall, a resource which is so much a part of its community. The Hall is undergoing a long-term renovation as its members and friends in the community return it to its former magnificence and improve safety and comfort for our members and patrons.
To present the best in non-professional theater to a broad-based audience, and to preserve and maintain Eliot Hall as a community resource.
Throughout its long history The Footlight Club has been part of the cultural fabric of Jamaica Plain and surrounding neighborhoods. We welcome the opportunity to partner with local businesses and nonprofit organizations whenever possible. In addition to its full season of plays and musicals, The Footlight Club is committed to preserving Eliot Hall, a resource which is so much a part of its community. The Hall is undergoing a long-term renovation as its members and friends in the community return it to its former magnificence and improve safety and comfort for our members and patrons.
THE LEXINGTON PLAYERS OF NEW ENGLAND
The Misfit Artist Company
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31 Atlantic Ave
Wilmington, MA 01887 (508) 843-3847 misfitartists.org stephanie@misfitartists.org Stephanie Morey-Barry (President) |
The Misfit Artist Company is dedicated to being a space in which artists of all ages can reach their greatest creative potential in a welcoming and safe environment where everyone is equally cherished and valued.
THE UN-COMMON THEATRE COMPANY
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P.O. Box 161
Mansfield, MA 02067 (978) 729-42847 uncommontheatre.org admin@uncommontheatre.org Adina Barnett (President) |
Since 1980, The Un-Common Theatre Company has provided a high quality, inclusive, and collaborative theatrical learning experience for children, teens and young adults. We create a safe environment to develop confidence, self-esteem, teamwork, and effective life skills through the theatrical arts. We offer professionally guided performance opportunities for first grade through college age, and for our older kids, there is also the ability to participate in backstage and technical activities, as well as direction and choreography.
We typically put up four or five musicals or plays per season, each for a different age range, and our Improv Soup improvisational comedy troupe performs monthly. All of Un-Common’s productions are cast on merit through an open audition process, and we are constantly striving to offer the highest quality experience for our performers, crew and audiences. We offer Audition and Callback Workshops for those who are new to the audition process or want to improve their auditioning skills.
The Un-Common Theatre Company is a volunteer organization which relies upon parents, guardians, friends, and community members to help with costuming, set building and painting, props, backstage crew, publicity, and the many other activities that go on behind the scenes. Joining our community is a great way to enrich young lives, to share in a fun experience with your kids, and for everyone to make lifelong friends and find a home.
Our casts are made up of kids and adults from dozens of towns in Massachusetts such as: Abington, Attleboro, Bellingham, Berkley, Canton, Dedham, Easton, East Bridgewater, Foxboro, Framingham, Franklin, Hingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Lexington, Mansfield, Middleboro, Medfield, Medway, Milford, Milton, Needham, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Norton, Norwood, Raynham, Sharon, Stoughton, Sudbury, Walpole, Watertown, West Bridgewater, Westborough, Westwood and Wrentham; and Rhode Island towns including Cranston, North Smithfield, Pawtucket, Providence and Rumford.
We typically put up four or five musicals or plays per season, each for a different age range, and our Improv Soup improvisational comedy troupe performs monthly. All of Un-Common’s productions are cast on merit through an open audition process, and we are constantly striving to offer the highest quality experience for our performers, crew and audiences. We offer Audition and Callback Workshops for those who are new to the audition process or want to improve their auditioning skills.
The Un-Common Theatre Company is a volunteer organization which relies upon parents, guardians, friends, and community members to help with costuming, set building and painting, props, backstage crew, publicity, and the many other activities that go on behind the scenes. Joining our community is a great way to enrich young lives, to share in a fun experience with your kids, and for everyone to make lifelong friends and find a home.
Our casts are made up of kids and adults from dozens of towns in Massachusetts such as: Abington, Attleboro, Bellingham, Berkley, Canton, Dedham, Easton, East Bridgewater, Foxboro, Framingham, Franklin, Hingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Lexington, Mansfield, Middleboro, Medfield, Medway, Milford, Milton, Needham, Norfolk, North Attleboro, Norton, Norwood, Raynham, Sharon, Stoughton, Sudbury, Walpole, Watertown, West Bridgewater, Westborough, Westwood and Wrentham; and Rhode Island towns including Cranston, North Smithfield, Pawtucket, Providence and Rumford.
theatre@first
13 Park Avenue
W. Somerville, MA 02144-1932
(617) 526-0436
theatreatfirst.org
taf@theatreatfirst.org
Elizabeth Hunter (President)
W. Somerville, MA 02144-1932
(617) 526-0436
theatreatfirst.org
taf@theatreatfirst.org
Elizabeth Hunter (President)
Theater uncorked
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11 Monroe Drive
Acton, MA 01720 (978) 549-7354 theateruncorked.org theateruncorked@gmail.com Shana Dirik (President) |
Theater UnCorked is a Non-Union theater company that occasionally has guest contracts available. All non-union actors are paid a stipend
Formed in 2018 by Shana Dirik a 40 year theater actress from the Boston area. It rehearses in Acton, Harvard and Sudbury Mass before moving it’s tech and productions into Calderwood Plaza and the Plaza Theatre at the Boston Center for the Arts.
Come play with us!
Formed in 2018 by Shana Dirik a 40 year theater actress from the Boston area. It rehearses in Acton, Harvard and Sudbury Mass before moving it’s tech and productions into Calderwood Plaza and the Plaza Theatre at the Boston Center for the Arts.
Come play with us!
theatre company of saugus
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PO Box 1058
Saugus, MA 10906 (781) 816-7019 https://tcsaugus.org/ tcsaugus@gmail.com Larry Segel (President) https://tcsaugus.org/https://tcsaugus.org/ |
The Theatre Company of Saugus (TCS) is the community theatre group serving Saugus, Massachusetts and surrounding communities. Founded in 1968 as the “Town-Criers”, we incorporated in 1990 as a not-for-profit corporation. We are a registered non-profit organization with tax-exempt 501 (c) (3) status.
Our mission statement is “To foster and promote an appreciation of the theatre arts and to stimulate production of living theatre for the entertainment and cultural enrichment of the community.” We currently have about 100 members and do 3-5 productions each year.
TCS is a member of the Eastern Massachusetts Association of Community Theatres (EMACT). TCS has at times been a member of the American Association of Community Theatre (AACT), and the New England Theatre Conference (NETC). TCS is a member of StageSource.
Our mission statement is “To foster and promote an appreciation of the theatre arts and to stimulate production of living theatre for the entertainment and cultural enrichment of the community.” We currently have about 100 members and do 3-5 productions each year.
TCS is a member of the Eastern Massachusetts Association of Community Theatres (EMACT). TCS has at times been a member of the American Association of Community Theatre (AACT), and the New England Theatre Conference (NETC). TCS is a member of StageSource.
Theatre iii
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250 Central Street
Acton, MA 01720 (978) 263-9070 theatreiii.org treasurer@theatre3.org Linda Minkoff (President) |
Theatre III is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the performing arts through education and high-quality, reasonably priced performances for the entertainment of the residents of surrounding communities.
In so doing, we strive to embrace the open participation of people of all ages, to share resources, to facilitate an outlet for creative expression, and to expand the knowledge of participants in all aspects of theatre arts (performance and production) in an atmosphere of friendship and camaraderie.
Since its inception, Theatre III’s objective has been to provide the finest quality performances at affordable prices. We strive to make the arts accessible to as wide a range of audiences as possible, and the company can boast of over 50 years of success in this endeavor. Numerous awards and rave reviews attest to this fact. Whether a musical, comedy, or drama, Theatre III presents them all with professionalism and panache.
In so doing, we strive to embrace the open participation of people of all ages, to share resources, to facilitate an outlet for creative expression, and to expand the knowledge of participants in all aspects of theatre arts (performance and production) in an atmosphere of friendship and camaraderie.
Since its inception, Theatre III’s objective has been to provide the finest quality performances at affordable prices. We strive to make the arts accessible to as wide a range of audiences as possible, and the company can boast of over 50 years of success in this endeavor. Numerous awards and rave reviews attest to this fact. Whether a musical, comedy, or drama, Theatre III presents them all with professionalism and panache.
true repertory theatre
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222 Main Street
Kingston, MA 02364 (781) 585-3051 truereptheatre.com truerepertorytheatre@gmail.com Donald Sheehan (President) |
True Repertory Theatre engages, inspires, entertains and challenges audiences with theatrical productions that range from the classics to new works. We strive to produce quality and diverse work, celebrating the power of theatre to illuminate humanity. Through arts education, we train and support the next generation of theatre artists to continue the tradition of theatre excellence. True Repertory Theatre seeks to be the premiere theatrical organization in Kingston, providing productions and programs that make an essential contribution to the quality of life in the community.
Vokes Players
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97 Boston Post Road
P.O. Box 283 Wayland, MA 01778 (508) 358-4034 vokesplayers.org vokesplayers@gmail.com John Barrett (President) |
Beatrice Herford (1868–1952) was an American actress and vaudeville performer born in England. In 1904, Herford and her friends built a small theater on her husband's property in Wayland, Massachusetts. She named it Beatrice Herford's Vokes Theatre, after English actress Rosina Vokes. For over 30 years, her tiny theatre was open only to her friends, leading lights of the New York and London stages, In June of 1937, a small group, organized as the Vokes Players, received the gracious and delighted permission of Beatrice Herford to use her precious theatre. Since 1937, the Vokes Players have evolved into one of the premier community theatre companies in New England, drawing many artists who work professionally in theatre elsewhere. The theatre is currently known as one of the region's preeminent local theatres. The group is made up entirely of volunteers, including the Board of Directors who are responsible for running the Players and the Theatre. Vokes Players membership is by invitation, and currently numbers more than 150. Vokes presents four major productions a year, generally including one musical, as well as various member and subscriber performances throughout the year.
Walpole Footlighters
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PO Box 189
Walpole, MA 02081-0189 (508) 668-8446 footlighters.com ask_us@footlighters.com Paul Cambpell (President) |
The Walpole Footlighters began in 1924 when Frank Mansur, principal of Walpole High, called together 12 people who were already known on the local stage for their work in the teachers play or in shows put on by other organizations. Today we produce 3 shows each season, typically two plays and one musical, in our 230-seat Playhouse at 2 Scout Road, East Walpole. Auditions are open to the public. We offer a scholarship each year to a Walpole High graduate pursuing the arts or communications.
If you are interested in helping out, email us at ask_us@footlighters.com or stop by the theater on the weekend or before a performance.
If you are interested in helping out, email us at ask_us@footlighters.com or stop by the theater on the weekend or before a performance.
washington street players
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PO Box 5962
Holliston, MA 01746 (508) 306-1442 washingtonstreetplayers.org info@washingtonstreetplayers.org Katrina Lehberger (President) |
“Holliston boasts a full-time, active community theater group – Washington Street Players. WSP is a not-for-profit Massachusetts corporation which has been active in the community since 1995. Each production brings new members and new friends together from Holliston as well as from neighboring communities. Everyone in WSP does everything…no one carries the exclusive designation of “actor” or “director” or “set designer”. If you look at our programs over the past years, you will see that we do what needs to be done. All positions are up for grabs with each show. We advertise for directors, designers and actors for each production, both on the Internet and in print. We think of ourselves as a true community theater….professional in our attitude and products, but in it for the fun of it!!!!”
weston friendly society
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11 Town House Road Weston, MA 02493 (857) 267-1880 westonfriendly.org westonfriendlysociety@gmail.com Rick Grenier (President) |
The Weston Friendly Society of the Performing Arts, Inc. is the second oldest theatre group in the United States, and has a rich history of putting on quality musicals for enthusiastic audiences from all over the state. The Friendly Society originated as a forum for group readings of classic books, poetry and the Bible in a small theatre on the estate of Mr. Horace Sears.The organization eventually evolved into cabaret-style performances in our beloved Weston Town Hall, a tradition we keep even today. Historically, Society membership was limited to only Weston residents connected with the First Parish Unitarian Church. Today our membership is non-sectarian, and is open to all residents of metropolitan Boston and beyond.
Despite changes in membership since 1885, the original purpose of The Friendly Society has been steadfastly maintained:
“The Friendly Society is a self-supporting, non-profit performing arts organization which promotes community service and fellowship through support of local charitable causes.”
The Weston Friendly Society’s mission and goals are as timely now as they were in the late 1800s. Such community spirit has been exemplified by the teamwork of our dedicated casts, production staffs, crews and committees, as well as our tradition of giving to various non-profit agencies and scholarship funds. As the second oldest community theater in the country, our mission continues to be to promote theater, theater education, and local talent to surrounding communities and to provide community service and fellowship through support of local charitable sources.
Despite changes in membership since 1885, the original purpose of The Friendly Society has been steadfastly maintained:
“The Friendly Society is a self-supporting, non-profit performing arts organization which promotes community service and fellowship through support of local charitable causes.”
The Weston Friendly Society’s mission and goals are as timely now as they were in the late 1800s. Such community spirit has been exemplified by the teamwork of our dedicated casts, production staffs, crews and committees, as well as our tradition of giving to various non-profit agencies and scholarship funds. As the second oldest community theater in the country, our mission continues to be to promote theater, theater education, and local talent to surrounding communities and to provide community service and fellowship through support of local charitable sources.
Yorick ensemble
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147 Washburn Street
Northborough, MA 01532 (508) 864-1818 yorickensemble.com thejoshtel@gmail.com Josh Telepman (President) |
Yorick Ensemble is an independent theatre company with a focus on building community through intimate productions. We believe that great theatre comes not from big budgets, but from great people. We seek to make creative, engaging, and surprising work that will enrich actors and audiences alike.
Our artistic goals are as follows: Engage viewers; Start conversations; Change minds; Encourage creativity; Open worldviews; Spread love and spread joy.
Yorick Ensemble seeks to break the mold of tradition. We do not run on a regular season model, which allows us more freedom to allow as much thought and planning as necessary into each project, and to keep our material fresh and relevant. We are also a theatre without a home, meaning each project will be specifically developed for a particular space.
Our artistic goals are as follows: Engage viewers; Start conversations; Change minds; Encourage creativity; Open worldviews; Spread love and spread joy.
Yorick Ensemble seeks to break the mold of tradition. We do not run on a regular season model, which allows us more freedom to allow as much thought and planning as necessary into each project, and to keep our material fresh and relevant. We are also a theatre without a home, meaning each project will be specifically developed for a particular space.