History and Legacy of Grosse Pointe Theatre - Celebrating 75 Years

In 1947 Grosse Pointe Theatre’s founder, the late Russel Werneken, had a vision to create a community theater that would offer quality theatrical productions to the community. This year Grosse Pointe Theatre celebrates its 75th Anniversary Season. This presentation in the Higbie Maxon Agney Lecture Series will focus on the history of the group, the growth of its mainstage performances, educational programs, and community engagement, while providing a glimpse into the future at its new home the A. Paul and Carol C. Schaap Center for the Performing Arts (The Schaap Center) and the Richard and Jane Manoogian Art Gallery (in 2025).