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.

The theater is located at

303 4th Avenue SE in Red Bay, Alabama.

Bay Tree Council for the Performing Arts

PO Box 856

Red Bay, AL 35582

(256) 356-9829

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