At-a-Glance
Founder: Tyrone J. Butler, October 8, 1975
(In memory of Gwendolyn Parham Cummings)
Mission: To provide affordable arts instruction and performances to develop the artistic and life skills for area youths, adults, and senior citizens.
Status: 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization.
Motto: “God”, Tears, Hopes and Dreams as a Child, Now “Reality”
Colors: Red and Black
Classes Offered:
- Drama (one hour per week)
- Private Piano (1/2 hour per week)
- Senior Citizens Piano (1/2 hour per week) Levels: Beginner, Intermediate and Advance
- Modern/Afro-Caribbean Dance (one hour, twice weekly)
- Art (one hour, twice weekly)
Admission Requirements:
- Drama (Grades 1-12)
- Piano (ages 7 and up)
- Senior Citizens Piano (ages 55 and up) – No audition required
- Dance (ages 9-19)
- Art (Grades 1-12)
Tuition:
| Class Schedule | Fee |
| Once per week | $29/month |
| Twice weekly | $32/month |
Financial Assistance is provided for low to moderately-low income students to enroll. Proof of family income required.
College Book Scholarship Program:
Students enrolled in the Mini Theatre for a minimum of four consecutive years upon high graduation are eligible for a four-year book scholarship.
Waiting List: If classes are filled, the student’s application will be placed on a waiting list. Applications are filed according to class, grade and date applied.
Outreach Program: Classes, workshops and live performances are available, upon request and availability.
Performance Season: An annual anniversary celebration and two mainstage productions. “The Johnny Williams Story”, and “The Man, The Message, The Music: A Tribute to the Godfather of Soul” are available (In-house) to groups.
Present Location: 42548 Deans Bridge Road. Augusta, GA 30906-2202
Phone Number: (706) 722-0598
Fax: (706) 722-3968
