About Us

WE WILL NOT GO QUIETLY INTO THE NIGHT

Founded in 1994 in Oxnard, The Elite Theatre Company has been a cornerstone of Ventura County's cultural and artistic life for over 30 years. We have fostered community through high-quality theatrical productions, transformative educational programs, and support for local theatre-makers. For 19 years, we called the Petit House in Oxnard's Historic Heritage Square home. In 2014, we found a new home in the former Maritime Museum at Channel Islands Fisherman's Wharf. What was a vacant building was transformed through tireless dedication by volunteers into a vibrant, welcoming theatre. Today, it stands as a beloved community space where storytelling, diversity, creativity, education, and artistic expression thrive.

Community theatre plays a vital role in enriching lives and creating support systems. For three decades, The Elite Theatre Company has witnessed firsthand the power of community theatre to transform individuals and strengthen communities, not only in Oxnard and Ventura County, but throughout Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and beyond. We have touched countless lives: audiences, actors, directors, stage managers, designers, technicians, poets, playwrights, students, educators, tourists, and patrons.

TODAY, OUR FUTURE IS AT RISK.

With the County Board of Supervisors' approval of the Karls LLC redevelopment plan for the Wharf, and the recent approval by the California Coastal Commission to begin construction, we will be forced to vacate our home this summer, with no new location secured. Throughout the two-year approval process and community outreach meetings with Karls, City, and Harbor officials, we were informed of the redevelopment plans and reassured that efforts would be made to help us find a new venue.

WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!

If The Elite Theatre Company has ever moved you, inspired you, taught you, or brought you joy, please stand with us now! Raise your voice and express your concern about Oxnard losing The Elite Theatre Company, placing its future and its essential contributions to our community at serious risk.

CONTACT: Oxnard City Council Members and Ventura County Supervisor (5th District):

Mayor: Luis A. Mc Arthur — luis.mcarthur@oxnard.org
Bert E. Perello — bert.perello@oxnard.org​
Gabe Teran — gabe.teran@oxnard.org ​
Aaron Starr — aaron.starr@oxnard.org​
Gabriela Rodríguez — gabriela.rodriguez@oxnard.org ​
Gabriela Basua — gabriela.basua@oxnard.org Michaela Perez — michaela.perez@oxnard.org
Vianey Lopez — https://supervisorlopez.venturacounty.gov/connect-with-me/contact-me/

SHARE:
Spread the word that we are at risk and post how The Elite Theatre Company has enriched your life on our Facebook page, and support our final two productions.

THINK:
We urgently need a new home. If you know of any available theater or performance space we could feasibly rent, please contact us.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Elite Theatre Company (ETC) has been entertaining, educating, and enriching its audience since 1994. Located at Channel Islands Harbor Fisherman's Wharf at the site of the old Maritime Museum, the company produces the highest quality theater in Ventura County on its Main and South stages. ETC brings together the local talents of amateurs and professionals who share a passion for theater and who generously volunteer their time on the stage and behind the scenes. This collaboration creates a variety of quality live theatrical productions showcased in our unique setting. 

Support the Elite Theatre Company

The Elite Theatre Company is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. We Count on our supporters and donors at the Elite Theatre Because of you The Elite Theatre Company continues to perform!

Many donors and theatre goers support our work. Their support keeps the stage lights glowing while our talented cast performs great entertainment. This commitment enables us to present a diverse slate, mixing cultural and educational theatre with passion and some nostalgia.

But tickets sales account for just a small portion of our revenue. Be this your first performance or your 20 th , you play an important role as both theatre goer and arts patron.

The support that really makes it all happen comes from donations above and beyond, from people like you. For more details and sponsorship information, please visit the donation page on this website

The Elite Theatre Team

Bill Walthall - Managing Director, Coordinator South Stage

Seeking - Managing Producer

The Elite Technical Team

Hayley Silvers and Steven Silvers - Technical Directors

Elixeo Flores - Web Administrator

Seeking - Marketing Director

Hayley Silvers = Online Media Coordinator

Seeking - Grant Writer

Ty Donaldson – Graphic Designer

Dolores Dyer – Prop Mistress

Pat Lawler - Technical Advisor

Terry Sneed - Set Designer

Kacy McBride - Company Stage Manager

The Elite Theatre Board of Directors

President - Pam Hogarth

 Artistic Director - Angela DeCicco 

Treasurer - Don Magreevy

Secretary - Leslie Ann - Renee

Larry Shilkoff

Ernie Morrison