It means home to me. It is unique in my heart because I got my first leading role at CTI. I LOVE RJ'S Sets; they are always amazing. Julia McDaniel—Oak Grove.
To me, city theatre represents an opportunity to grow and evolve as a person. In my day-to-day life, I tend to keep to myself and stick to what I know best. Being part of an ensemble allows me to let go of those inhibitions and explore new thoughts, feelings, and facets of myself. - Christopher Morgan - Liberty
It is a fun, reasonably-priced evening out close to home. I would never have seen so many good shows if it didn't exist. -Carol Lewis Wintz- Snyder - Independence
I Remember Father. I was in that show with Bill Pelletier. and Nino Casisi. Dawn Wells from Gilligans Island came to see Teenage ME in that show! I lovingly remember CTI - Dennine Odom.
Supporting and fostering a vibrant community of talent, skills, imagination, storytelling, acting, art, creativity, and collaboration! - Ellie Garrison- Independence
CTI has been a place that inspires my creative outlet and provides opportunities to serve my community. The quality of productions has drawn me back every year since I discovered the theatre a decade ago! - Lynnae Andersen - Independence
CTI provides an intimate theatre encounter for those in the seat and a collaborative, enriching experience for those on stage. I've come to expect fully entertaining, unduplicatable moments with every show – and CTI doesn't disappoint! -Emily Davenport - Blue Springs
CTI is about opportunity and community, personal growth, and shared experiences. A community that supports the arts supports humanity. - Danise Deckert - Independence
City Theatre is a place for people of all ages to come and create and be involved in their community; City Theatre has become a home away from home. It brings me great joy to be able to work with some of the best in the business. - Aaron Wilson - Independence
A chance to act, something I love to do. I love the camaraderie with my fellow theatre folk. - Kenn Marlowe - Independence
City Theatre means happiness to me. It is where I go to do what I am passionate about while meeting and spending time with theatre community members. - Kileigh Mannering - Independence
City Theatre to me means, Great shows. Wonderful people that work there. Making sure sure even the visually impaired are included in the plays. - Shirley Cottrell -Independence
A thriving home of performance art, where community is built. It’s also tons of fun! - Gretchen Copeland - Overland Park, KS
City Theatre means community. It was the first community theatre in KC that welcomed me when I moved home from college, and I'm forever grateful for the opportunities it's given me! - Maddy Philipp
