Looking to treat your little thespian to an experience they’ll love? Look no further than local theater groups in Macomb County and the surrounding area.
Stage shows put on by community theaters are typically produced and performed by local stagehands and actors, but deliver quality entertainment that is much more budget-friendly than larger traveling shows.
Here, you’ll find a list of six great community theater groups to check out around Macomb County. Some offer shows the entire family will enjoy, while others are more geared toward adults.
Find one that fits your family’s needs and enjoy the show!
6 top community theater spots in (and near) Macomb County
All The World’s A Stage
- Performance address: Macomb Center for the Performing Arts, 44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township
This Shelby Township-based youth theater is dedicated to helping kids build connections and cultivate a love of the performing arts. This season, see kids performing a spin on classics such as:
- Annie on Jan. 10-11, 2026
- Matilda Jr. on April 11, 2026
They offer classes and workshops for kids, too.
Clintondale Community Theater
- Performance address: 35200 Little Mack Ave., Clinton Township
Clintondale Community Theater has entertained Macomb County audiences for more than 20 years. The group hosts an original Christmas play every year, with this year’s production, A Southern Christmas Carol, scheduled for Dec. 11-13, 2025.
Grosse Pointe Theatre
- Performance address #1: Parcells Middle School Auditorium, 20600 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods
- Performance address #2: A. Paul and Carol C. Schaap Center, 15001 E. Jefferson Ave., Grosse Pointe Park
Upcoming shows at this troupe, which performs just south of Macomb County, include:Â
- Beetlejuice Jr. on Nov. 14-16, 2025 at Parcells (performed by Youth on Stage)
- Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical on Dec. 5-21, 2025, at Schaap
Macomb Center for the Performing Arts
- Performance address: 44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township
This spot offers a wide variety of stage shows, including performances by the Macomb Symphony Orchestra and Detroit Concert Choir. See kid-friendly shows including:
- The Nutcracker on Dec. 19-21, 2025
- Annie on Jan. 10-11, 2026
- The Pout-Pout Fish on Feb. 26, 2026
Richmond Community Theatre
- Performance address: 69619 Parker St., Richmond
This theater is celebrating its 60th season, offering shows like:
- Scrooge! The Musical on Dec. 7 and 12-14, 2025
- Noises Off on Feb. 27-March 1 and 6-8, 2026 (a farce suitable for ages 13+)
- The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee on May 8-10 and 15-17, 2026
Warren Civic Theatre
- Performance address: 5460 Arden Ave., Warren
Warren Civic Theatre works to educate the community on all aspects of the theater arts through live performances. For the kids, catch:
- Beetlejuice Jr. on Nov. 7-9, 2025
- Little Women on Dec. 12-21, 2025
This post was originally published in 2020 and has been updated for 2025 by Naomi Kayser and Kim Kovelle.
For more information on living and learning in Macomb County, visit Make Macomb Your Home. Find more articles like this at Metro Parent’s A Family Guide to Macomb County.
