"Because theatre is a story telling art, we feel entitled to assume that the playwright got there before we got there" 
Playwright Sir Tom Stoppard
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MLT Receives Operating Grant
from Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC)

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The Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC) has granted $1.34 million in funding to artists and arts programs across the state for fiscal year 2015.

    These funds were awarded in 46 Mississippi counties, ranging from operating support for museums and community arts centers to small grants that assist schools with bringing in guest artists. The grants will be awarded to 139 different organizations and schools and 42 to individual artists.

     Among the recipients was the Meridian Little Theatre, which was awarded an $18,375 grant. The money will be used to supplement the operating costs of MLT. The grants are made possible by continued funding from the Mississippi State Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts.

    “The creative economy has never been more vibrant than it is today in the communities across Mississippi,” said Dr. Tom Pearson, executive director at MAC. “This agency is honored to play a small role in assisting these organizations to continue their work of reinforcing the value of the arts and the role they play in creative place-making and economic development.”

    The Meridian Little Theatre is one of the largest nonprofit community theaters in the state. Their mission is to create and provide a diverse community theater that enriches, educates and entertains the people of east Mississippi and west Alabama. Four main stage plays, a children’s production, and a dinner theatre are presented each season.  

    In addition, MLT offers workshops and special events for the community and surrounding area.




Director Ronnie Miller

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A million thanks to the MLT Guild for funds for new stage curtains, portable sound and lighting systems, updating our old house sound system, and a new laptop computer to improve ticket sales.  The Guild has two variety sales each year and raises money for our theatre.  Their dedication and hard work sets the bar high for all who are involved with MLT. Guild  President Nancy Myers needs volunteers for our Spring Sale in April and would  welcome your help. Please contact Nancy Myers at 601-679-7671 or  at 601-462-9312 for details.

For more on the MLT Guild click here!