Christian Perspective. Quality Performance. Nurturing Community.
Upcoming Productions
Pilgrim’s Progress
Written by John Bunyan
Adapted for stage by Kathryn Benegas and Nicole Chavers Stratton
October 23 – 25, 2025
Produced in association with The Academy of Arts/Nicky Chavers Publications
Little Women
Adapted by Marian De Forest
November 21 – December 13, 2025
Little Princess
Adapted by John Vreeke
From the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett
January 16-24, 2025
A LITTLE PRINCESS (Vreeke) 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.
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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 . . .
