Santa Maria Civic Theatre (SMCT), founded in 1959, is the oldest continuously operating live theater in the Santa Maria Valley. With a rich history of community-driven performances, SMCT aims to bring diverse, high-quality theatrical experiences to the region. They typically produce five mainstage shows each season, ranging from comedies and dramas to musicals. Their lineup often includes family-friendly productions, making them accessible to a wide range of audiences, including children, teens, and adults.
SMCT’s mission is to foster a love for the performing arts within the community by offering an inclusive environment for artists of all ages to learn, grow, and share their talent. The theater emphasizes creativity, education, and collaboration, aspiring to enrich the cultural life of Santa Maria by providing opportunities for local talent to shine onstage and for audiences to engage with the arts.
