About Us
History
Through the combined efforts of the Geneseo Rotary Club, the State Teacher's College, and the community, Geneseo Community Players was formed in 1950. The first play, The Royal Family, was performed in March of that year. Noon on opening day, the members of Rotary in top hats, accompanied by the high school band, marched down Main St. to publicize the event.
Geneseo Community Players has produced one, two and as many as four full length productions each year. We are lead by a board of area residents with varied experience and background who feel a strong commitment to our community and theater. We are dedicated to engaging local area talent for all aspects of a production.
We have had a long history of encouraging young actors and those interested in technical theater by awarding scholarships to local high school and college students.
Although top hats are no longer seen marching down Main St, we tip our hats to the longevity of this local theater group, the joy a play brings to a cold January, the expectation we feel for an upcoming summer musical and the sheer energy, time and love of theater its many volunteers have given for 70 years. Geneseo Community Players has enriched our community and our lives.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Geneseo Community Players is:
To produce high-quality live theater
To grow a vibrant, supportive and diverse community of local theater artists
To support the next generation of performing and technical artists
To consistently bring enjoyable theatrical experiences to our rural community and beyond
Board of Directors
President
Cathy Gardner
Vice President
Kurt Fletcher
Treasurer
Rebecca Esham
Kyle Scoville
Secretary
Chandra Downs
Board Members
Lindsay Buckel
Bettina DeBell
Katie Kemp
Chuck Nesbitt
Frank Parsons
Felicity Thomas
Sally Wood