Arena Civic Theatre was founded in 1970 by Ann Christern, who served as its artistic director until 1980. The group is well-traveled, having performed throughout Franklin County. They are pleased to provide quality theater for and with the local communities as a resident company of The Shea. A.C.T. produces three shows annually consisting of a summer one-act play, a major spring musical, and a fall drama/comedy. A.C.T. is a member of the American Association of Community Theatre and The Community Theater Association.

 Arena Civic Theatre, P.O. Box 744, Greenfield, MA 01302

New Renaissance Players is the newest troupe to the Shea! They were founded in 2010 by resident artist Kimberley Morin, and work under the guidance of the Shea Artistic Committee as a Shea dedicated, non-profit group. They are open to and encourage community participation. 
Their specific purpose in performance is to raise funds for the theater's expenses. The group presents a variety of theatrical genres, both comedy and drama, from family-friendly presentations to more mature themed, adult based shows. All proceeds from their productions benefit the Shea as dictated by the full Board of Directors.

NRP c/o The Shea Theater, Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA 01376