In the spring of 1996, a small but visionary group of people began the arduous task of
bringing community theater to the City of Red Bay. The first Board of Directors
consisted of ten interested citizens who were willing to devote the hours necessary to developing a workable
constitution, defining the funding umbrella, publicizing the new organization, reading scripts, securing
directors, and forming committees necessary for production. This group also had the honor of selecting the
name, Bay Tree Council for the Performing Arts and electing the first chairperson, Ms. Sherry Bostick.
The Board now consists of fifteen members each elected for a three-year term with five rotating off each
year. In keeping with a request by the Red Bay Merchants Association, the first play, "Home for Christmas," was presented on December 7 and 8,
1996. From this inaugural production, the BTCPA has presented three plays a year, some being mysteries, and
classics, but predominately comedies. The ages of those involved span from two years to enthusiastic senior
citizens in their seventies. The Board has been very fortunate to have a cadre of dedicated and talented
people working behind the scenes as well.
Through the generosity of Community Spirit
Bank, the plays are presented in the elegant Arts and Entertainment Center in downtown Red Bay. All the
plays, including the highly popular dinner theater in February, have been well attended. The members of the
BTCPA, both current and past, have nurtured a miracle into a reality. They have done so with the unbelievable
strong support of sponsors, patrons, members and people who share their commitment. Now we invite you to share
the good news. It is show time and with your support will be for eons to come.
The Bay Tree Council for the Performing Arts is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors comprised of arts
advocates who share a common passion for theater and a commitment to the community. The board also serves as a
champion of the theater arts in the Red Bay area. It is dedicated to raising the profile of theater and igniting
interest in the theatre among the community’s youth.
Through the support and generosity of Community Spirit Bank, the BTCPA is located at the beautiful Arts and Entertainment Center in Red Bay. We would like to thank them for allowing us to use this facility.
