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WHO
NEEDS YOU?
WE DO ! LOOKING FOR A WAY TO FILL A FEW EXTRA HOURS?
LOOKING FOR AN ACTIVITY
THAT CAN BE SHARED BY THE WHOLE FAMILY?
LOOKING FOR A WAY TO CONTRIBUTE
TO YOUR COMMUNITY?
WHY NOT GIVE US A TRY?
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us by e-mail
(please include name, phone, address and e-mail address) or phone 330-453-7619
for more information.
WHO ARE WE?
Founded in 1932 by Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Truxton, The Players Guild's earliest
productions were staged at the Canton Jewish Center. On April 24, 1932 they inaugurated
their opening season with "Moliere".
Three seasons later facilities
were changed to accommodate the larger audiences being attracted to their productions
and until 1940 productions were presented at Lincoln High School. Rehearsals and
set construction were held in other locations on Market Street South and then
moved to the High School for performances.
By 1940 the Guild's officials
felt it was time to build a home of their own. As fate would have it the Coach
House at the Case Mansion was deeded to the Guild for one dollar a year.
The 1950's saw a decade of expansion and change with the Coach House stage
being enlarged, a balcony added and air conditioning was installed. On December
13, 1970 the Players Guild reached still another milestone, moving to the new
modern theatre in the Cultural Center for The Arts, it's current home. The new
theatre opened with a production of the musical "Mame" on January 5,
1971.
Today the Guild is operated by a Board of Trustees and employs
a professional theatre staff to present outstanding and challenging plays for
this community and the surrounding area. The original concept of volunteerism
still plays an important role in the workings of the theatre.
It is
doubtful that in 1932 Mr and Mrs Truxton and the other 21 founders of The Canton
Players Guild would have dreamed of the impact on the arts in this community and
the success and longevity of their creation.
As the Guild moves into
a new century and a new millennium, it looks to the future and welcomes new ideas
as well as the continual building of its volunteer base for bigger and more ambitious
productions now presented on two stages.
When many theatres across America
are closing their doors, it is imperative that this community support and maintain
this local treasure for the enjoyment and enlightenment of future generations.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Players Guild Theatre is one of the oldest,
continuously producing, community theatres in the United States.
Over
the past 69 years we have produced, through mainly a volunteer effort, over 550
plays and musicals.
We have played to a total audience of over 2,000,000
spanning nearly five generations.
We annually utilize the volunteer
services of over 600 community members, both on stage and off.
WHAT
DO WE DO?
The Players Guild Theatre has an annual operating budget of
over $400,000.00. Over 85% of this is returned to the local economy.
Persons attending Players Guild productions from outside the Canton area generate
additional revenue from meals, gasoline and hotel stays.
We introduce
a creative outlet to a wide and diverse population, providing a place for them
to test their talents and entertain and enlighten the community.
We
present a year round series of theatre classes for children and adults in addition
to specialized programs for children at risk and those with special needs.
As one of the oldest continuously operating community theatre in the United
States we give stature to the local arts scene.
HOW CAN YOU HELP
?
By using volunteers in most all theatre positions we keep down the
ticket prices helping to keep our productions affordable to all.
Volunteers
can serve as Board members, as Players Guild members and in numerous skilled and
unskilled production duties.
In our volunteer categories we can use
your personal expertise or train you to learn more about the many crafts that
go into making a successful performance.
Duties you can choose from
include but are not limited to:
• Manning the Box Office
•
Sewing and Maintaining Costumes
• House Managing
• Helping
with classes and auditions
• Ushering
• Theatre Docents for
tours
• Building and Painting Scenery
• Computer Skills
• Working with
Stage Sound
• Graphic
Arts Skills
• Working with Stage Lighting and Electricity
•
Acting
• Singing
• Dancing
Or creating your own niche
with your own special skills and talents.
Come play an important part
in this theatre for your community. Call us or come by for a visit. Find a role
for yourself in an exciting and rewarding use of your time and talents. If time
is not possible, a generous tax-deductible donation will also help us to continue
our services to your community.
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