The Light Opera Theatre of Sacramento (LOTS) was founded in 1982 by Mike and Debbie Baad and Dolores Allen. Drawing on their considerable theatre experience, including roles with the Sacramento Opera and Davis Comic Opera, the Baad family assembled a core group of St. Mary's Church Choir members to start the St. Mary's Players. "H.M.S. Pinafore," the St. Mary's Players first production in 1982, received rave reviews. "H.M.S. Pinafore" was followed in 1983 by "The Mikado" and in 1984 by "The Pirates of Penzance." By this time, the St. Mary's Players, drawing on many talented performers from throughout the Sacramento area, had established itself with the theatre-going public, and its productions were attracting larger and larger audiences. In its fourth year, the St. Mary's Players became The Light Opera Theatre of Sacramento and moved to a new "home" at the Coloma Community Center. In 1989 they moved to their present location at the 24th Street Theater.
The primary goals of LOTS have remained unchanged since its founding:
Present the comic humor of W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan and other comparable works of lyric theatre.
Provide, via an open audition process, an opportunity for local performers to bring their talents to Sacramento audiences.
Promote the performing arts in the Sacramento region.
1. GENERAL FUNDS: We seek funds to help us produce our staged productions. Expenses include rehearsal and performance venue rental, orchestra stipends, set construction, costumes, and more.
2. STORAGE: Storage space for sets, costumes, theatre props, etc.
At the Light Opera Theatre of Sacramento, we believe theatre is for everyone. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences are celebrated and valued.
Organization name
Light Opera Theatre of Sacramento
1982
Tax id (EIN)
94-3001646
Mission Category
Arts, Culture & Humanities
Operating Budget
$0-$50,000
Organization Need
Funding: Program, Space: Office or Other, Volunteers, In-Kind Donations
Demographics Served
General population
Local Counties Served
Sacramento, El Dorado, Yolo, Placer
Address
4091 CLYDE CTSacramento, CA, US
Sacramento County, CA, US