Theatre changes people — kids who find their voice, adults who rediscover creativity, audiences who see the world a little differently. That’s worth protecting.

Your support makes it possible for ACT Players to keep telling stories, nurturing local talent, and offering a creative home for anyone who walks through our doors. The arts don’t happen by accident. They happen because people care enough to make them happen.

Our first milestone is $5,000 — the amount we need to launch the 2026 season strong. Anything raised above that goes directly into improving sets, costumes, youth programs, and accessibility.

Advertising for All Shows

$400+

Royalties for Most Shows

$1k – 8k

Costumes or Props for small show

$300

Costumes for Large Shows

$2,000

Building Rental for Small Play

$1,200

Building Rental for Large Shows

$4k – $6k

Full production of small play

$6k – $8k

Full production of large musical

$20k – $25k

Creating theater magic for our community takes real resources—and your support makes it possible. Here’s a glimpse of what it costs:

About the “Tip” at Checkout

Ludus automatically adds a suggested “tip” during the online checkout process. This tip does not go to ACT Players—it goes to the Ludus platform.

If you prefer not to add a tip:

Step-by-step:

  1. When you reach the checkout screen, look for the green box with “Help keep Ludus free for ACT Players section.

  2. Click the dropdown or amount field.

  3. Select “Custom Amount.”

  4. Enter 0.00 and continue to payment.

That’s it—your full donation goes directly to ACT Players.

Prefer to Pay by Check?

We’re happy to accept donations by mail if that’s easier for you.

Please make checks payable to:
ACT Players

Mail to:
ACT Players
P.O. Box 173
New London, PA 19360

If you’d like your gift directed toward a specific program or production, just note it in the memo line.

Willy Wonka, Kids

Only four openings remain for Willy Wonka, Kids Camp July 29 - August 9. Sign up today!

It's Showtime!

Willy Wonka, Kids performance Friday, June 28 at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. NLUMC Social Hall.