Mission
ManeStage Theatre Company is a family of creative artists that provides a haven for artists of all ages to utilize their gifts for the greater good, nurtures youth through quality arts education, and serves the community by producing exceptional local entertainment.
Description
ManeStage Theatre Company is an independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation funded by ticket sales and the support of volunteers and community contributors. We debuted our first production, The Wizard of Oz, in February of 2008. Our production of Into the Woods in March 2025 marked our 95th production! ManeStage Theatre Company was founded by Jay and Brenda Henson who have over 60 years of combined theatre experience. They received their education and worked professionally in the theatre industry in the Los Angeles area before moving to Washington State. Combining their extensive experience and education, they have brought together a group of very talented and dedicated volunteers to create a theatre company to serve the eastern Pierce County area with exceptional local entertainment.
ManeStage places a high priority on being a safe haven for artists of all ages and values each individual and treats them with equal respect. Because of this, ManeStage has become an ever growing family of volunteers that take pride in serving the community through the arts and offering a place where individuals can experience all aspects of live theatre, both on stage and behind the scenes in a supportive and encouraging environment. We work with hundreds of volunteers each season to produce four musicals and one play, and offer high-quality youth education programs as well as a summer camp program each year.