As Arts United of Greater Fort Wayne prepares for much needed renovations to enhance the accessibility and functionality of the Arts United Center, our home for the past 50 years, Fort Wayne Civic Theatre has moved into a temporary home where we will continue serving the region through our 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons. This is no small task and one that will cost Civic Theatre an estimated $768,000 to fully execute. These expenses are above and beyond our typical annual operating costs and are NOT included in Arts United’s “A Soaring Vision” campaign.
There are many unexpected expenses we will incur as a result of being displaced during the renovation of the Arts United Center. Here are just a few examples of the additional costs we will incur over the next 2 years: Moving Expenses, Leasing of Additional Storage Space, Higher Cost of Locations for Operations and Performances, and Loss of Revenue from Dropped Productions in Order to Move.
As of 11/25/2024, the Civic Theatre has secured 74% of our goal.
Our shows will go on—but it will take the commitment of ALL of us. You and other cherished patrons, supporters, and volunteers—alongside artists, production experts, board members, and staff—have made so much impact possible through your shared joy and passion for the arts and our region. We must continue to come together to ensure Fort Wayne Civic Theatre seamlessly advances our mission and vision during this time of transformation. With your commitment, we are ready to sustain and grow high-quality, inclusive live theatre performances and programs while creating space and capability to grow with the community’s needs and drive an even richer quality of life—today and tomorrow!
Thank you for your support of Fort Wayne Civic Theatre's Inspire Campaign!