Tibbits is looking for artists to create and donate the images for its summer shows. The art contributed by regional artist the last two years has given Tibbits a fun look for its summer theatre brochures and other materials. It has also given many artists a unique outlet for their work and printed materials to build their portfolios.

If you’re interested there's detailed information on the website http://www.tibbits.org/. The art is not due until January, but we’d like to at least know if you intend to submit. Call 517-278-6029 or drop us an email at Tibbitsoperahouse@Tibbits.org.

$500,000 grant for Tibbits Opera House Facade

It has been really hard to curtail our excitement around here lately…Tibbits recently learned the City of Coldwater received the Scenic Byways Grants from the Federal Highway Association for half a million dollars for the restoration of the Tibbits Opera House!

This announcement is a tremendous boost to our restoration effort. The 126-year-old opera house is a notable landmark and asset along the US-12 Heritage Trail. We are grateful for the support of the City of Coldwater, the Heritage Trail committee, the Michigan Department of Transportation, our legislators, and Bob Welke in making this happen. For more information on the grant, go to http://www.tibbits.org/NSBPMDOTgrantPR12-01-08.htm

Tibbits is already gearing up for Summer Theatre and Charles Burr will be back soon with information on the shows and updates as he prepares for the new season. We really have so much more happening at the theatre besides Summer Theatre. We’ll start keeping you up to date on the other events as they happen. …Christine Delaney, Executive Director