Celebrating and preserving the performing arts in Westmoreland County
Our mission
The Theatre Factory is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the celebration and preservation of the performing arts in Westmoreland County. We are proud to provide a home for actors, singers, musicians, designers, and artists throughout the community. Your support makes our work possible – including our Kidworks program for the education of young performers, and our scholarship program that benefits local high school seniors.
Next on our stage
The Fabulous Fable Factory
Fri. May 8 at 7 pm
Sat. May 9 at 2 pm
Fri. May 15 at 7 pm
Sat. May 16 at 2 pm
Sun. May 17 at 2 pm
Directed by Michael Temple
The Fabulous Fable Factory is a lively, kid-friendly musical about a curious young person who stumbles into a magical factory run by Aesop, where stories are created. When the factory is missing its “Moral Maker,” the child helps bring it back to life as classic fables like The Tortoise and the Hare and The Lion and the Mouse are acted out – each with an important lesson about kindness, honesty, and perseverance.
A new stage. A new home. A new chapter.
As we celebrate 30 incredible years in Trafford, we’re also looking ahead: this fall, The Theatre Factory will be moving to a new home at Aluminum City Arts in New Kensington. We are thrilled to join a vibrant, creative community and continue bringing bold, engaging theater to Westmoreland County in an exciting new space. More information about upcoming productions, programming, and the transition to the new space will be shared in the coming months.
30th Anniversary Season • 2025-2026
SEP. 26–OCT. 4, 2025
DEC. 5–14, 2025
FEB. 27–MAR. 7, 2026
APR. 17–25, 2026
JUNE 5–13, 2026
JULY 10-18, 2026
KIDWORKS Season
OCTOBER 18-19 & 24-26, 2025
JANUARY 17-18 & 23-25, 2026
MAY 8-9 & 15-17, 2026
Our calendar
What our audiences say
“The quality of their productions is never less than excellent.”
— Pamela H.
“For a small theatre, the caliber of actors and actresses is phenomenal. Great shows and great people on staff.”
— David P.
“This place is awesome! They run great shows. My son has enjoyed performing here and we have enjoyed watching him and others onstage!”
— Scott H.
“Wonderful people running the theatre for many years. This is the first place my son performed at… [The Theatre Factory] made him realize what he wanted to do with his life.”
— Alexis B.
“Great prices on shows and a nice night out at the theatre.”
— Stephanie M.
“Great little theater with high quality productions.”
— Becky K.
“Comfy seats, small but enthusiastic staff. Wonderful performances!”
— Barbara D.
“Loved the set, the cast was awesome, this is such a wonderful asset to our community! You have to check it out!”
— Kerry G.
“We hope to come to many more shows. Thank you!”
— Holly L.