Founded in 1988, the Shelby County Players (SCP) is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization that has produced over 150 plays and musicals, and annually involves over 100 adult and youth as actors, directors, designers, and crew. Shelby County Players desires a safe, accessible facility to fulfill its mission. To that end, we have purchased a building and are now engaging in a capital campaign to provide the funds to repurpose it for our award winning community theater. This new theater will provide opportunities for people to come together for a common purpose, unlocking creative outlets for individuals that will enrich the community and promote the quality of life in Shelby County.

Scope of the project:

• Buildout of former bowling alley to provide second level and expansion of facility adding 5000 sq. feet

• Creation of a full-size theater stage with ample wing space

• Theater auditorium with seating for 175

• State of the art Stage Fly System, LED lighting and sound systems

• Spaces for set design, prop design, costume design, storage, lobby area and dressing rooms

• Building exterior façade change Community theater is a key “quality of life” component for our local economy and a component to attracting new businesses.

READI funds will be used for the construction of Phase I of the project. Funding contributors are the City of Shelbyville and Shelby County Players. Approximate timeline is 01/24-08/25.