Northwest Savoyards

Northwest Savoyards takes its name from the Savoy Theater in London. Built in 1881 to house Gilbert and Sullivan's astoundingly successful operettas, it was considered the most technically advanced theater in London, and was the first to utilize electric lights for the stage.  Over 120 years later, G&S is a successful part of every one of our seasons, we emulate Gilbert's insistence on technical excellence, and take pride in having a name that reflects our association with this rich theater tradition.

Northwest Savoyards was founded in 1990, premiering with a sold out performance of H.M.S. Pinafore.  In the beginning, most of our performers and all of our audience came from the local Everett area, show budgets were small, and we performed in a high school gym with very uncomfortable folding chairs.  Our audiences in those days were truly dedicated!  Thirteen years later, we attract actors and supporters from all over the Puget Sound region, we have increased our budgets ten-fold and we perform in the lovely 300-seat PUD Auditorium--where the seats are padded and plush.

In 2002 we took over the management of Debut Family Theater and have increased the number of shows and programs that we offer for children.

We are currently looking for a theater space we can call our own.  While the PUD opened up all kinds of new technical possibilities and advancements in audience comfort when we moved into it in 1994,we are now producing four shows per year and have outgrown the popular multi-purpose facility.  

We have started a scholarship program to encourage people seeking to further their training in musical theater.  Last year we awarded scholarships to two people, an actor and a techie, both of whom have worked extensively with us and who are now going on to college.  Hopefully, they'll come back and teach us all the neat stuff they learn! You can find out more here.

As you can see, there is never a dull moment around here.  We would love to hear from you, have you join us backstage, or come see a show!