OUR MISSION

To present...
the finest professional touring productions for the stimulation, inspiration, and enjoyment of the residents, adult and youth, of northern New York & eastern Ontario...

COMMAND PERFORMANCES - Our evening series has been presented for 50 years!

YOUTHEATRE: CLASS ACTS - Age appropriate, curriculum relevant performances for students in grades preK-12 presented at Ogdensburg Free Academy, Massena, Salmon River and Gouverneur Senior High Schools.

To provide...
Educational opportunities that will foster a greater understanding of the Performing Arts and their power to enhance and enrich lives.

WORKSHOPS introduce students to professional artists and the world of theatre.

PRE-SHOW CHATS before evening performances enhance & enrich the productions.

THE FRANKY AWARD recognizes extraordinary commitment to Command Performances.

HISTORY

In 1963 eight inspired citizens determined that the Performing Arts should be brought to the North Country. The spirit of these civic-minded individuals, was in no way dimmed by their lack of fiscal resources. Energy plus enthusiasm were the key ingredients that contributed to the early success of Ogdensburg Community Players.

In 1992 the name was changed to Ogdensburg Command Performances and 54 volunteers committed themselves to running a business with a new mission: "... to present the finest professional touring productions" and "... to provide educational opportunities." The Board of Trustees also recognized that few performing arts opportunities existed that were designed specifically for youth and a 2nd series, Youtheatre: Class Acts, for students in grades K-12, was born.