A Most Extraordinary Mission

Swift Creek Mill Theatre provides Central and Southside Virginia with professional theatre in a variety of genres, including its Youth Theatre and Educational programs, and preserves its historic building.

For more than three centuries, Swift Creek Mill has been a gathering spot for our diverse community. Swift Creek Mill Theatre, a not-for-profit organization, strives to uphold this tradition by presenting: professional theatre, accessible to the entire region; world-class educational programming for all who enjoy the benefits derived from participation in live theatre; and high-caliber, engaging entertainment.

What We do:

We produce remarkable shows.

present a general main stage and youth theatre season of the highest possible quality each year to expand and encourage the growth of cultural awareness and acceptance in Southside Virginia;

We make theatre accessible.

offer these theatrical opportunities at an attractive ticket price (with special rates for school children and adult groups);

We work with educators.

create positive educational opportunities to area school children through the production of plays that coincide with yearly SOL requirements in literature;

We invest in the community.

We support our local economy and theatre culture by hiring directors, performers, musicians, and technicians from the local area.

We invest in the next generation.

We work to develop an education department that will enhance the region with opportunities for students young and old, through classes, camps, workshops, and other opportunities.