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Muskegon has long been a city that values the arts. Creativity shapes our community, yet live theater hasn’t always had the same visibility or investment as other art forms. Local theater companies create incredible work, but reaching new audiences, securing funding, and sustaining productions is becoming increasingly difficult.

 

At the same time, schools are seeing fewer resources for arts programs. If live theater isn’t accessible in schools, and community theaters struggle to stay visible, we risk losing a vital part of our cultural identity. A thriving arts scene isn’t complete without the performing arts.

 

That’s why we created Shoreline Theatre Festival, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to making live theater more visible, accessible, and sustainable.

 

This summer, local theater companies will come together for a weekend of free performances, interactive workshops, and opportunities for all ages to engage with the arts. To maximize impact in our first year, we’ve partnered with Lakeshore Art Festival—bringing live theater into an event that already draws thousands of attendees.

 

Your Donation Helps:

    •    Offer free performances so theater remains accessible to all

    •    Remove financial barriers for local theater companies so they can participate without production costs

    •    Provide hands-on workshops that inspire people to discover and engage with theater

    •    Strengthen the future of performing arts in Muskegon, ensuring local theaters and schools continue to provide opportunities for years to come

 

Be Part of the Future of Live Theater in Muskegon

 

Theater is more than entertainment—it’s a pillar of a strong community. It fosters connection, sparks conversations, and brings people together. In thriving cities, performing arts are well-supported, and Muskegon deserves that same investment.

 

Every contribution expands theater’s reach and helps keep this art form alive in our community.