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Central Community Theatre

Profile of Central Community Theatre, a Nonprofit Organization in Phoenix

By Judy Hedding, About.com

Central Community Theatre is a nonprofit organization doing business in the Greater Phoenix area. I posed ten questions to a representative of Central Community Theatre in an effort to familiarize Phoenix area residents with the organization. Here are the responses I received.

What is the name of the organization?

Central Community Theatre

How long has the organization been operating in the Phoenix area?

Since 1964. (previously Central Arts Players)

Does the organization serve a particular geographic area?

Considered a regional theatre reaching throughout the Valley of the Sun.

Who is most likely to benefit from services provided by the organization?

All ages, all skill ranges. Mentors assigned to develop skills.

Are there requirements or prerequisites for people to access your services?

Artists and Stagecraft (lighting, set construction, etc.) are designed to be inclusive to those with years of experience and those who are novices or have disabilities.

Three things about Central Community Theatre that people might not know.

  1. We select performances each year to be shadow interpreted on-stage and IN CHARACTER for those who are deaf and hard of hearing.
  2. The Cabaret & Café Series showcases local talent otherwise not afforded audience performance opportunities in an acoustically superior, intimate venue
  3. Our STARs Volunteer program allows participants from actors to café workers to earn free tickets to our shows.

What is the local address?

1875 N. Central Phoenix, AZ 85004

What is the local phone number?

602-357-3247

What is the URL of the local web site?

www.cctstage.org

Any other comments?

Central Community Theatre conducts 3 full length shows per year, as well as 3 cabaret reviews to showcase local talent. All shows are located in central Phoenix at Kendall Hall. CCT strives to provide access to all forms of theatre production to the local community, by offering opportunities to participate in full scale productions. We focus on bringing community theatre to those without typical access to theatre performance.

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