A Stage for Seniors to Shine – It’s Never Too Late!
By Danielle Shermer | Contributor
North Texas Performing Arts not too long ago proclaims the launch of its new NTPA Silver Theatre, a devoted theatre firm for adults aged 62 and older who wish to take the stage, be part of a forged, and expertise the fun of dwell efficiency. This new initiative continues NTPA’s imaginative and prescient to make the stage accessible to everybody—becoming a member of the ranks of its acclaimed NTPA Deaf Theatre, Starcatchers Theatre for actors with disabilities, and the underserved.
“This program isn’t nearly theatre—it’s about making a group of fun-loving seniors who wish to snicker, be taught, and dwell life to the fullest,” says NTPA CEO Darrell Rodenbaugh. “We consider everybody ought to have the chance to take the stage, whether or not you’re 65 or 95, there’s a spot for you in NTPA Silver Theatre, and the highlight is ready!”
NTPA Silver Theatre shall be led by veteran NTPA Resident Director Zayde Vetter, who brings years of expertise working in assisted residing and senior care communities, with a deep understanding of the pursuits, wants, and skills of older adults.
“There are two main passions in my life— theatre and dealing with youngsters and senior residents,” says NTPA Silver Theatre Program Director Vetter. “Silver Theatre combines my love for the stage with my perception within the pleasure, creativity, and group that seniors can carry to a manufacturing.”
The Silver Theatre’s inaugural manufacturing shall be Guys and Dolls, based mostly on Music Theatre International’s “Senior Theatre” adaptation. Opening February 13, 2026, this primary present will kick off a full season of NTPA Silver Theatre productions. Rehearsals shall be held twice per week through the day, with every manufacturing providing 4 performances.
Participants will benefit from the social, emotional, and well being advantages that come from the performing arts—together with improved reminiscence, flexibility, posture, and stability—whereas constructing lasting friendships in a vibrant, welcoming group. Opportunities shall be out there for seasoned performers and first-timers alike, with roles on stage, behind the scenes, and in technical assist.
Auditions at the moment are open for Guys and Dolls, and patrons can discover extra data, view rehearsal schedules, and signal as much as audition at ntpa.org/SILVER.
About North Texas Performing Arts
North Texas Performing Arts (NTPA) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit devoted to creating the character of youth by means of high quality performing arts schooling and household leisure. NTPA advanced from Plano Children’s Theatre based three many years in the past and is now the biggest youth theatre group within the nation. NTPA is headquartered at Willow Bend Center of the Arts in Plano and has further efficiency and academic areas in Fairview, Frisco, and Dallas. Each yr NTPA gives alternatives to greater than 11,000 college students ages three to 18 by means of its “Ten Characters” management improvement program. NTPA’s skilled inventive workers makes use of theatre, dance, music, voice, movie and TV to ignite a lifelong ardour for the performing arts and information younger folks on a path to turning into higher residents in our group and our world.
