Centre Stage Community Theatre

We are a not-for-profit community theatre based in Corning, New York, serving audiences throughout the greater Southern Tier. We started in 2007 with a simple purpose: to give local performers, directors, and backstage artists a welcoming place to create live theatre together and share it with our community.

From the very beginning, we’ve focused on producing accessible, high-quality entertainment. We typically present at least two full-length plays each year—usually in the fall and spring—and over time we’ve expanded our offerings to include variety shows, live improv performances, dinner-theatre events, and a summer children’s theatre camp. These programs not only bring audiences into the theatre, but also invite people of all ages and experience levels to get involved, whether on stage, backstage, or supporting areas like publicity, design, and box office.

Today, we’re proud to be part of a vibrant arts ecosystem in Corning and the surrounding region. We collaborate with other cultural organizations and continue to grow our volunteer base every season. What began as a small local troupe has become a regular thread in the community’s cultural life—committed to telling stories, nurturing local talent, and keeping live theatre thriving in Corning, NY.