Meet the 2018/19 School of Theatre Arts Faculty!

Meet the 2018/19 School of Theatre Arts Faculty!

Did you know that our School of Theatre Arts is led by a group of dedicated and experienced professional staff? These theatrical artists are the teachers behind everything from dance to improv classes. We wanted to recognize and introduce them as you consider classes...
Steel Magnolias

Steel Magnolias

Playwright: Robert HarlingWhat happens in Truvy’s beauty parlor stays in Truvy’s beauty parlor…until the infectious fun and camaraderie spill out into the audience too. An instant hit at its premier in New York’s WPA Theatre, Steel Magnolias...

GET TO KNOW: Rhonda & Pam, Number The Stars

Behind every production are a crew of people making magic happen. You might not see them on stage, but they are a fundamental aspect of the success of a show. Two of the most important characters in the cast of crew are the Director and Stage Manager. From casting to...

Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland

Buy Tickets Playwright: Deborah Lynn FrocktBased on: Lewis Caroll’s book Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland One you fall through the rabbit hole, nothing is as it seems! Adapted from Lewis Caroll’s 1865 book of the same name, this lively play follows...

All Shook Up

Buy Tickets Book: Joe DiPietroInspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley®Young@Part® Edition Adapted by Marc TumminelliYoung@Part® Edition originally produced at Broadway Workshop in New York CityOriginally workshopped at Hoboken Children’s Theatre,...

Newsies

Buy Tickets Book: Harvey FiersteinMusic: Alan MenkenLyrics: Jack FeldmanBased on: Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni WhiteOriginally Produced By: Disney Theatrical Productions This Tony Award®-winning musical proves that social injustice and unfair labor...

James and the Giant Peach

Buy Tickets Book: Timothy Allen McDonaldMusic & Lyrics: Benj Pasek and Justin PaulBased on: Roald Dahl’s book James and the Giant Peach Roald Dahl’s beloved book comes to life in a rollicking musical featuring the Tony Award® nominated team of Pasek...

Fall 2018 Newsletter

There’s a lot of fun things on the horizon for fall at Civic Theatre, and we can’t wait to share them all with you! Whether enjoying our opening show of Steel Magnolias, signing up for a new class with our School of Theatre Arts, or volunteering...
A Summer of Fun | Summer Camp 2018

A Summer of Fun | Summer Camp 2018

Summer is a busy time here at Civic Theatre. Singing, dancing, and laughter can be heard throughout the building as our summer campers dive into their classes. We caught up with Jenna Pope, Summer Coordinator for a recap on all the fun!     Over the last ten...

Are You Civic Loyal?

Like any other performance venue, Grand Rapids Civic Theatre thrives on the love and support of its audience – you! We are constantly looking for innovative ways to grow so that we can continue to entertain West Michigan for years to come. If you believe in our...