Contemporary Theatre

Until this past Sunday, I didn’t even know this little theatre existed! It’s right behind Trader Joe’s off of Lower Greenville. It has its own fairly large parking lot, and if you get there early enough before your show starts, you won’t have any trouble parking.
We came here for a matinée of «Godspell», and we had a nice time! The theatre is pretty small, you give your name at the little will-​call window and they tell you what seats you have been assigned. We were in the balcony, and our seats were about two steps away from the tech booth and five steps away from the band! I kind of liked it, it was like being right in the middle of the action.
On the first floor, at the back of the house, there is a bar where they serve cocktails, beer and wine, as well as bags of chips and snacks. You can take them to your seat and enjoy them while you watch the show.
The actors seemed really happy to be there, and the singing was excellent. We had a nice time, I would certainly come back for another show.

My daughter and I went on the opening night of «The Sunshine Boys» and had a great time. The main actors that played «Louise and Clark» were outstanding. R. Bruce Elliot was a brilliant old grouch, but he could be really deep and sentimental as well. He as a lovable character and I really enjoyed watching him at his craft. Dough Jackson was a physical comedy genius. His facial expressions cracked me up the whole time. I wish there were more opportunities for him to demonstrate this physical comedy during the play. He has the ability to crack you up and not even say a word. They made the perfect comedy team!
Needless to say, I loved this small theatre. There was a parking lot directly across the street reserved only for the theatre. So parking is free and convenient. I thought the employee were very polite and helpful. It would be more ideal if the floor setting was elevated, but you are able to see the stage just fine. We will go back and thinking about becoming season ticket holders.

Never seen a play here, just came in for an audition. Quick, smooth process, so I guess I have to rate that A-​OK :)

This theatre located just off lower Greenville is located in an old Church that was converted into a playhouse… It is rather small. which makes it very cozy… only about 8 rows deep, and a balcony with more seating… There is a small table located between each 2 seats, where you may place a drink while you are watching the play… as the theatre allows you to do just that… I watched «Crimes of the Heart», which was very entertaining and had many humorous lines as well… ya gotta go here to watch a play…

This is one of the worst play houses/​theatres I have ever been to. The quality of shows they put on here are easily put on better by your local Middle School. We have been twice just to make sure we are giving it a fair assessment. It is HOT, EXPENSIVE and the staff is extremely rude. It is such a shame because we LOVE small theatre groups and want to support them, but we will NOT be back. Do not waste your money or time.

Comfy little space just off Lowest Greenville… A well-​kept secret for the non-​theatre regulars. A converted church, it makes for an intimate theatre experience.
Other reviews make issue of sight lines. Though we had no problems at the back of the house, I can see where there might be some obstructed views. Given the teensy space, some areas of our elaborate set were partially hidden.
The production we watched (Brighton Beach Memoirs) was well-​constructed and well-​acted… An unexpected treat for such a small company. A good value, too…
There is a bar with relatively inexpensive drinks and snacks.

CTD offers a full season of plays and mucials, many of which have the production value pumped into them, which they deserve. From the five mile glance, the theatre seems to do a really good job of choosing shows, hiring good actors, directors, and set designers, and overall produce good shows. I do take issue with the producer being in most of them, which I find distracting at best.
The best place to sit for most shows is in either the front row or in the balcony. The rake of the audience is such that when you are three or four rows back in the orchestra area, you are covered by a sea of heads. Maybe a future investment could be more stacked seating to avoid obstructed views.