Founded in 1973, "The Mudds" is an active amateur theatre group in Carleton Place. Our acronym name tells our mission to bring MUsic, Dance, Drama on Stage in the community. We strive to foster an appreciation of performing arts for members and our audiences. We were incorporated as a "Not For Profit Group" in 1988.

We encourage all ages to participate in our productions either on stage or behind the scenes in a capacity that reflects their skill and/or interests. We have recently developed workshops and productions specifically for youth.

We are members of the Eastern Ontario Drama League and Theatre Ontario. We enter EODL annual drama festivals from time to time and have received awards for acting, directing and stage management. Mudds members are given the opportunity to develop their skills through Productions but also through workshops led by experts in directing, set design, stage management, lighting and, of course, singing and acting.

The historic Carleton Place Town Hall Auditorium is the usual venue for our full stage productions.

We provide two $500 annual bursaries to local graduating students, who excel in, and are planning studies in the Arts. Interested CPHS and Notre Dame students are advised to speak to their school guidance counselor.

To get find out more about the shows, or how to get involved go to our website or call Tony at 613 253 2007

Web site: http://www.mississippimudds.ca.