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North Texas Performing Arts moves headquarters to Plano

The largest youth theatre organization in the country is relocating its base to a new complex on West 15th Street, with construction set to begin this August.

Demarcus Ferris

September 17, 20262 min read

Plano Arts Center - illustration, Jake Team LLC

North Texas Performing Arts (NTPA) is moving its headquarters to a newly constructed facility in Plano. The organization, which describes itself as the largest youth theatre group in the United States, will establish its new base at the NTPA Center of the Arts located at 2819 W. 15th St.

The upcoming complex is designed to support the group’s extensive operations, which include theatre productions, educational initiatives, and community outreach. The facility will house four performance stages, six dance and rehearsal studios, private practice rooms, and a set-building shop. These spaces are intended to serve NTPA’s 11,000 annual students and more than 400,000 visitors who attend its programs.

The site is situated near the intersection of Independence Parkway and the George Bush Turnpike. Organizers note that the location provides easy access for residents across Plano and the wider North Texas region, with nearby dining and shopping options available. A dedicated landing page has been established at NTPA.org/HOME to provide additional details regarding the move.

To finance the project, NTPA has initiated a capital campaign titled Save Our Stages. The organization aims to raise $2.5 million through pledges, sponsorships, and in-kind services. Donors can contribute by sponsoring specific theatres or studios, or by supporting recognition features such as a Stars Honor Wall and an Actor Photo Gallery.

The group is also recruiting volunteers with professional expertise to assist with planning and construction costs.

Construction is scheduled to commence in August, with the theatre buildout expected to be completed by December 1. NTPA plans to host its first performances in the new building in early January. Officials state that the transition is designed to maintain continuity for students, families, and community members involved in classes, camps, and productions.

In conjunction with the redevelopment efforts, a separate facility is being developed nearby to house the North Texas Performing Arts Academy. NTPA and Centennial are reportedly working cooperatively with the City of Plano as the broader area undergoes changes, including plans for a new Dallas Stars facility at Willow Bend.

Source: broadwayworld.com.

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Demarcus Ferris

Demarcus Ferris writes about community life, schools, public safety, and local events in Plano.

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