Christian Perspective. Quality Performance. Nurturing Community.
Upcoming Productions
Gilbert and Sullivan’s
Pirates of Penzance
or The Slave of Duty
September 11 – October 4, 2025
Book by W.S. Gilbert and Music by Arthur Sullivan
Gilbert and Sullivan’s classic tale of pirates, damsels in “distress” and duty.
Pilgrim’s Progress
A Reader’s Theatre Production
October 23 – 25, 2025
Experience this classic tale of Christian, a man on a quest to relieve himself of his burden, and reach the Celestial City!
Little Women
November 21 – December 13, 2025
Alcott’s classic tale of four sisters growing up amid the Civil War.
LITTLE WOMEN (Ravold) is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com.
Education
Master Arts offers a wide range of educational programs for people of all ages from youth to adult classes. From music lessons to acting classes Master Arts offers something for everyone.
Season Tickets
Get Involved
Love theatre and want to get involved? Master Arts needs your help to make our shows a reality. From acting to helping with costumes, props, sets, lights, sounds, crew, stage managing, and more we need your help!
Our Story
The idea for a Christ-Centered community theater in Grand Rapids began when Pris McDonald was working at a local Christian university in 1984. She and others realized that there were few options for students to continue practicing their dramatic arts after graduation. They decided to start with a simple touring Christmas show called “Emmanuel.” It was a hit, and the following year, in 1985, Master Arts Theatre was officially established . . .
