Community Theatre in the Heart of Norcross
Located in the heart of downtown Norcross, Lionheart is easily accessible to the area residents. The theatre makes its home in the historic Old Methodist Church, which was built in 1877.
Because Lionheart is so ingrained in the Norcross community, the company is always looking for ways to give back. By using productions to solicit donations for organizations like the Norcross Cooperative Ministries, Relay for Life, or local children’s programs, Lionheart is dedicated to contributing to a town that has supported it for so long.
Come out to Lionheart today to create lasting bonds and to give back to the oldest community theatre in all of Norcross.
Our History
Since Lionheart’s opening in 2000, the local theatre has become one of the most beloved places in the Norcross community. Lionheart Theatre Company welcomes people of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels to participate in and support the productions, camps, talent shows, art classes, and other fun activities throughout the year.
The history of this nonprofit, volunteer-backed community theatre is rooted in the drama ministry at Norcross Presbyterian Church (NPC). Tanya Caldwell, the founder of The Church Drama Ministry at NPC, has served as Artistic Director there since 1994. While at NPC, Tanya decided to start up Lionheart Theatre Company, bringing the arts to the whole community.
The theatre was brought to life through the dedication and hard work of many individuals, most of whom continue to volunteer at and support the theatre. Thanks to the hard work of all volunteers, past and present, Lionheart is now one of the leading community theatres in all of Gwinnett County.
Since Lionheart’s beginnings, the theatre has worked to provide the community with a place to perform in local productions. We invite people of all ages and backgrounds to use our theatre as their creative outlet. Our volunteers and participants are what make Lionheart unique and fun. For this reason, we encourage people of all experience levels to join us.
Auditions
We hold auditions for a variety of different productions. From musical theatre and comedy to children’s theatre and intense dramas, there’s something for everyone. If you would like to join us onstage, check out the Open Auditions page.
Education
In addition to our theatre productions, Lionheart offers classes and camps year-round. There are summer and holiday camps for children of all ages. Kids can learn all about improv, clowning, musical theatre, production, and more when they sign up for camp. We also offer craft, filmmaking, and photography classes for adults and children who are not interested in being on the stage.
It’s never too late to learn and grow. The variety of options at Lionheart ensures that no one is excluded. A community that plays together, grows together.
Our Mission
The mission of Lionheart Theatre Company is a simple one — to enrich, entertain, and educate the community through visual and performance arts. To do this, we make Lionheart accessible to the entire population and encourage both experienced and novice participants.
Our Vision
At Lionheart, we aim to nurture the vibrant arts community of Norcross, encourage artistic excellence, and inspire creative thinking. With this vision in mind, we hope to build lasting bonds, make memories, and transform lives.