"(Theater is) ... an affirmation, an age-old rite, restating and reassuring man's belief in his own destiny and his ultimate hope." Maxwell Anderson

Heartwood Regional Theater Company began its inaugural season in September 2003 with great anticipation for the heart and soul of its mission. Strategic and financial plans, support from the community, and a desire to enjoin many professionals and amateurs in the collaborative adventure of theater arts, brought Heartwood into existence.

A first season was established and dedicated to a full range of performance genres, and to challenging, engaging works. Continuing through a second season and two summer camps for kids, the company begins the final year of the first three year cycle in September, 2005.

We believe the EVERYONE involved in the process, from amateur performers of all ages, to professionals artists and coaches, to audience members, will benefit from our diverse collaborations. Spanning age, geography, experience, and genre, Heartwood strives for a regional experience of the highest caliber.

From Our Students

“I learned. . .

to let go of what I think other people expect of me, to learn a process of preparation, and to focus on the story that you are trying to tell.”

to be true to myself and to go with my instincts.”

more in the past 5 months about performance, than I have in my 18 years of life.”

that you can do things if you set your mind to it.”

that ensemble is the most important thing.”

that I can achieve big things if I allow myself to do so.”

that it takes us all to have a great show.”

that pushing myself in this level of commitment was challenging, exhausting and extremely fulfilling!”

that I can be a supporting character and still be a good character.”