Tacoma Little Theatre

8.1 / 10

opens at 13:00 tomorrow

Performing arts Theatre

Tacoma Little Theatre is a national award winning organization that has been offering quality theatre In October of 1918, a group of civic minded community members founded the Tacoma Chapter of the Drama League of America (known as the "Tacoma Drama League" or sometimes as the "Civic Drama League"). The Drama League of America sought to promote theater and the study of theatrical literature and culture as a means of community building as well as individual enrichment. Read more Many such chapters were started across the United States. The Tacoma Chapter was comprised of the Civic Drama School and the Tacoma Little Theatre (TLT). The Drama League provided oversight, governance, and promoted the two subsidiary wings. While TLT's first fully realized production was not until December of 1919, a production of G B Shaw's You Never Can Tell, The time from 1918 to 1919 was filled with classes, play reading and study. That commitment has been the hallmark of TLT's history. While some gaps maybe found in its production history for various reasons including the Great Depression and World War II, records show that organizational activity has never ceased since those early days in 1918. Today, TLT is the surviving entity of the original three. As such, it has inherited the responsibilities and goals of all three: Governance, Promotion, Education, and Production. TLT is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, and is managed by a small professional staff. TLT hires professional directors and contracts designers and other production leadership positions from among those with professional or other significant experience. The actors, crew, ushers, and all other theater functions are accomplished by over 250 volunteers from a four county area giving over 10,000 volunteer hours a year to provide their friends, family, neighbors, co-workers and community with some of the best amateur theater this area has to offer. This puts Tacoma Little Theatre among the largest volunteer driven organizations in Pierce County. DID YOU KNOW? One of TLT's first performance venue's was The First Congregational Church at 209 South J Street. Among the productions presented in the early years (1930) was a controversial play by Eugene O'Neil: Emperor Jones, an early twentieth century indictment of slavery and enslavement. Among the principle players in that production was one Morris Ankrum, who went on to a have a long career as a supporting actor in many Hollywood motion Update description

Address:

210 N I Street
Tacoma

Telephone:

(253) 272-2281

Web site:

tacomalittletheatre.com ⇒

Opening hours:

Tuesday: 13:00-18:00

Wednesday: 13:00-18:00

Thursday: 13:00-18:00

Friday: 13:00-18:00

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Ron Brack J. 2016-06-13

Went to the Tacoma little theater for the first time. Absolutely loved it. Saw Smokie Joe's, the cast and crew were great. Definitely will be going...

Sandi M. 2016-02-11

The theater really is little! This creates an cozy atmosphere to enjoy the artists at work. We loved second Samuel. A heartwarming and funny take on...

MC P. 2016-10-24

Fun ! Great people. Awesome acting. Amazing set(s).

Lisa Y. 2016-10-11

Saw "The Underpants." It was a hysterical play and the acting was terrific. It was an intimate environment. Being little has its advantages.

Melissa B. 2016-10-02

Such a fun night out with my nephew. Lots of laughs, planning on bringing my son's to Dracula in October.

Abasi W. 2016-08-21

Regarding the the summer camp I think they favor certain kids when it comes to giving parts. I don't think my kid will go to summer camp there again.

Lee H. 2016-07-11

Not a bad seat in this intimate Theatre. Incredible plays all throughout the year.

Rosie C. 2016-06-28

Thank you for opening your theatre to the Gritty City Sirens! We love TLT and hope to be back soon!

Missy C. 2016-06-17

One of my favorite places to watch local theater groups.

Rick B. 2016-06-06

Smokey Joe's Cafe was great! The songs brought back many memories. Of course, the songs were popular before the cast members were born! The cast...

Victoria W. 2016-06-03

Smokey Joe's Cafe .. the cast REALLY did the show justice.....so much talent!.....went back a SECOND time... brought the grandkids (7&8)... SO...

Chris K. 2016-05-22

I have loved every play I have seen at Tacoma Little Theater! Quality shows in our own home town...can't get any better than that!

Merrillee R. 2016-04-05

I have enjoyed every play I have seen here and try not to miss any. They put together quality productions, always a great evening!

Chuck S. 2015-12-06

Our favorite nights out; TLC at TLT! Great people and our kind of drama.

Mauri L. 2015-11-27

Been here a few times. Seating is difficult when you bring small children. Even with boosters it's hard for them to see sometimes. But the prices are...

Jenifer D. 2015-11-12

Always entertaining! I've been a season ticket holder for a few years now. Love it

Fred F. 2015-05-31

Fantastic evening, Cabaret was performed beautifully. By a very able Cast.

Bob Rhoni L. 2015-03-28

Wow already excited about next season lineup. Bought Season Tickets already again.

Anna H. 2015-02-08

Saw a couple of plays here and it's the best. Nice and intimate with great prices for seating. Planning on going back again for more plays!

Julia W. 2014-12-14

Saw The show tonight it was superb!!! The cast did a great job amazing sing and acting!!!!

Updates from Tacoma Little Theatre

Tacoma Little T. 2017-12-01
Seussical the Musical at Tacoma Little Theatre in Now Playing! Don't miss your chance to see this wonderful show with fun for the whole family! Seussical Directed by Jen York Choreography by Eric Clausell Musical Direction by Terry O'Hara December 1-24

Tacoma Little T. 2017-11-29
Tacoma Little Theatre presents Shelagh Delaney’s A Taste of Honey, directed by Sara Freeman. This production will take place on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 7:30pm. Shelagh Delaney's visceral working-class drama caused a sensation in England in 1958. P

Tacoma Little T. 2017-11-28
Please consider making a donation to Tacoma Little Theatre today! #givingtuesday

Tacoma Little T. 2017-11-27
Congratulations to the cast of Children of a Lesser God at Tacoma Little Theatre. We are very excited to begin this project and can't wait for performances to begin in January. CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD Directed by Rick Hornor January 19th - February 4t

Tacoma Little T. 2017-11-26
Horton the Elephant is looking for the Whos of Whoville! Join him and The Cat in the Hat on their spectacular journey through the works of Dr. Seuss in Seussical the Musical at Tacoma Little Theatre! Seussical Directed by Jen York Choreography by Eric C

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