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Springfield Civic Theatre

Springfield Civic Theatre is perfect for performances, conferences and presentations.

The theatre boasts the latest in theatre design and technology, including a state-of-the-art power flying system, movable proscenium and three-part forestage/orchestra lift capable of creating a highly flexible stage environment.

Born in the Roaring Twenties, the “Civic Players” began producing four plays annually in the St. Cecilia Auditorium in downtown. In 1935, the organization officially changed it’s name to the Springfield Civic Theatre, and soon had over 1,600 season ticket holders and drew audiences of over 4,000 to each of six shows annually. The theatre continued to maintain itself through decades of economic and social changes.

During the 1960s, the Civic Theatre experienced unprecedented growth and emerged as one of the country’s strongest community theatres. Today, the Civic Theatre & School of Theatre Arts is the 5th largest community theatre in the country. We produce 9 mainstage productions each year with the help of over 800 talented volunteers who do everything from singing, dancing and acting, to building sets, sewing, ushering, and so much more. We truly are your community theatre!