WTEP :: Wilmette Theatre Education Project

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Linda MacLennan

President

Matt Doubleday

Jeff Freedman

David Hoffman

Nick Noyes

Cindy Rawlings

John Raftery

Mark Rothschild

Wendy Sharon

Jim Streibich

Terry Tierney

Now that the Wilmette Theatre is operating as a Not For Profit (501C3) with a diverse Board of Directors at the helm, the future for our historic theatre and all that it offers is brighter than ever.

The revitalization of the Wilmette Theatre has had a tremendous jumpstart with the help from our proud sponsors, North Shore Community Bank & Trust. We have big plans to make this independent theatre something everyone in Wilmette and the entire North Shore can be proud of and support!

Locally owned and run, the historic Wilmette Theatre has connected and influenced the culture of downtown Wilmette bringing an extremely desirable arts center other communities would covet. Buildings and spaces with history have character. They bring a charm to a neighborhood that new buildings cannot convey.

As the Wilmette Theatre approaches its 100th Anniversary in 2014, we want to reach out to the community and thank those that have supported our programming and welcome those who have yet to visit to come and experience our wide array of offerings including: first-run films, live comedy, cabaret, children’s programming and theatre.

We hope you will partner with us as we move forward towards our 100th Anniversary celebrations and our plans to continue the restoration work of the theatre. You can make a tax-deductible donation today in support!

OUR VISION

The Wilmette Theatre is the premiere multi-arts and performance center anchoring the downtown business district by providing vibrant entertainment, education and enrichment for the community.

For more information about WTEP, please call (847) 251-7424.

The Grand Dame of Downtown Wilmette, the 99-year old Wilmette Theatre, is now a NOT-FOR-PROFIT that belongs to us, the residents of Wilmette, and she needs your help to remain the cultural anchor of our downtown.

WHAT DOES SHE NEED?

The Wilmette Theatre needs DONATIONS.

The “old gal” has definitely seen better days. She is, after all, almost a hundred years old. We need basics such as new windows, new bathrooms, some paint and carpet, and better audio for cinema. There are plenty of other “needs” before we even begin to contemplate the “wants” or “would likes.” We hope you’ll share in our mission and make a tax-deductible donation of $25, $50, $100, … or more! Whatever you can spare.

The Wilmette Theatre needs VOLUNTEERS.

Our theatre needs people who have expertise in everything from fundraising to web design to marketing to sawing & hammering. If you know how to do something, we could probably use your talents. We also need committee members who can give their time, energy, and ideas.

The Wilmette Theatre needs you here – in the seats!

There’s a lot more going on here that you might realize. Not just movies. But also plays. Live comedy. Daytime lectures. Acting classes for all ages.

Enjoy being entertained right here. Not in a mall, but downtown. Our downtown. Go online and buy a ticket. You’ll not only get to see a fantastic show but you’ll also be adding vibrancy to a treasure that’s now truly ours.