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Broadway Artists Return To Whitefish Performing Arts Center For August Concert Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2024

For 20 years Alpine Theatre Project has brought artists direct from Broadway to Whitefish to perform and teach.

Alpine Theatre Project Embarks on a New Act: Founders Pass the Baton After 20 Years
by Stephi Wild - May 10, 2024

Today, after two decades of unwavering dedication, 143 productions, 1,000 professional artists, 180,000 patrons, 3,000 students, and over $30 Million in generated economic impact, ATP announces a pivotal moment in its history. ATP's Founders Betsi Morrison & Luke Walrath are handing off leadership of the organization.

Alpine Theatre Project's BROADWAY CONCERT SERIES to Host Robert Creighton, Virginia Woodruff, and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 22, 2023

They've starred in some of the most well-known Broadway productions in history, including “Rent,” “Anything Goes,” “The Lion King,” “Color Purple,” and for one week they'll perform some of their greatest showstopping hits on the Whitefish stage. Alpine Theatre Project's Broadway Concert Series runs July 30 - August 2 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

N'Kenge Joins Alpine Theatre Project's IN THE MOOD: an Evening of Big Band Swing
by Stephi Wild - Feb 7, 2023

Broadway and Opera star N'Kenge is in Whitefish rehearsing with Alpine Theatre Project on their first show of the year, In the Mood: an Evening of Big Band Swing. N'Kenge returns to Whitefish along with one of America's most electrifying tap dancers, DeWitt Fleming Jr, for a new version of last year's hit salute to nostalgic big band music.

Alpine Theatre Project's Broadway Concert Series Runs This Month at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2022

They've starred in some of the most well-known Broadway productions in history, including “Les Miserables,” “Wicked,” “The Lion King,” “Chicago,” and for one week they'll perform some of their greatest show stopping hits on the Whitefish stage. Alpine Theatre Project's Broadway Concert Series runs July 26 - 30 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

Alpine Theatre Project Goes Back In Time With A Full Big Band Tribute To The Swing Era
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 5, 2022

New York City's Broadway and Opera star N'Kenge returns to Whitefish with one of America's most electrifying tap dancers, DeWitt Fleming Jr, for a special Valentine's Day weekend performance of nostalgic big band music.

Alpine Theatre Project Announces Summer Concert Series Featuring Broadway Stars
by Stephi Wild - Jul 25, 2021

ATP describes “Love Heals” as a poignant and inspiring celebration of our individual differences, our collective humanity, and the voices we can share to improve the world as we continue to try and come out on the other side of a tumultuous year. It is being held in conjunction with ATP's Broadway Summer Training Camp, where 11 Broadway professionals mentor local students.

YOUR MUSICAL IS CANCELLED to be Presented at NYC Independent Film Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2021

After winning'Best Feature Film' from the SoCal Film Awards and 'Best Comedy' from the Alternative Film Festival, Your Musical is CANCELLED: The Musical heads to New York City for its East Coast premiere and to receive yet another set of laurels as an Official Selection of the NYC Independent Film Festival.

Alpine Theatre Project Moves to New Space and Presents NEXT TO NORMAL
by Stephi Wild - Mar 21, 2021

Alpine Theatre Project in Whitefish will present Next to Normal, its first production in its new space. The special film presentation of the musical will be presented at Alpine Theatre Project’s new home at the Mountain Center in Whitefish.

High School Students Move YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN from Whitefish Performing Arts Center to the Internet
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2020

The students of Alpine Theatre Project Performers from Flathead, Glacier, Whitefish, and Columbia Falls High Schools worked together to put on a virtual production of YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, previously set to take place at Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

ATP Kids Launches Largest Production Ever with FROZEN JR.
by Julie Musbach - Oct 4, 2019

The best selling animated film of all time comes to life on stage with over 180 local students in the upcoming production of Frozen JR presented by ATP Kids, Alpine Theatre Project's theatre education program, at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center October 19th & 20th.

SHERLOCK Meets AIRPLANE! In Alpine Theatre Project's New Summer Comedy
by Julie Musbach - Jun 10, 2019

Using only 3 actors playing 14 characters at breakneck speed, ATP's new production of "The Hound of the Baskervilles" is promising to be the funniest play the professional theatre has ever produced, running June 20 - 29 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

Whitefish Performing Arts Center Presents 9 TO 5
by Julie Musbach - Apr 16, 2019

One of the most popular movie comedies of all time comes to life on stage with music & lyrics by musical icon, Dolly Parton in 9 to 5 the Musical, coming to the Whitefish Performing Arts Center April 26-28. The hit musical is based on the iconic 1980 movie listed by the American Film Institute as one of the "Top 100 Funniest Films." Set to music written by Country Music Hall of Famer, Dolly Parton, it will be performed by 30 students ages 13-18 from 6 different schools across the Flathead Valley. It is part of Alpine Theatre Project's ATP Kids theatre education program for local students.

All-Star Cast & Band Unite To Present JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - Mar 8, 2019

For nearly 50 years, Jesus Christ Superstar has electrified audiences around the globe, and has become the standard by which all future rock operas have been measured. For one weekend only in March, an all-star ensemble of singers and rock musicians are joining forces to present Andrew Lloyd Webber's 70's rock-infused retelling of Jesus Christ's final week. Alpine Theatre Project will present Jesus Christ Superstar March 8 - 10 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center in downtown Whitefish.

All-Star Cast & Band Unite To Present JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Julie Musbach - Feb 25, 2019

For nearly 50 years, Jesus Christ Superstar has electrified audiences around the globe, and has become the standard by which all future rock operas have been measured. For one weekend only in March, an all-star ensemble of singers and rock musicians are joining forces to present Andrew Lloyd Webber's 70's rock-infused retelling of Jesus Christ's final week. Alpine Theatre Project will present Jesus Christ Superstar March 8 - 10 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center in downtown Whitefish.

Alpine Theatre Project Launches 15th Season With Free Play Reading And Burlesque Night At The Opera
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 21, 2019

Every year, Alpine Theatre Project inspires thousands of community members and students by bringing professional singers, actors, and dancers to the Flathead Valley to perform and teach. Over 350 local students find their inner confidence and creativity each year through ATP's after-school and summer theatre education programs. ATP is continuing this work for its 15th season with a full year of professional and educational programs for the community, starting with a free reading of the Olivier-Award winning drama, Death and the Maiden, on January 29 at 7pm and an exclusive mix of opera and tantalizing burlesque on Valentine's Day weekend.

THE LION KING Roars To Life On Stage This Month at Alpine Theatre Project
by BWW News Desk - Oct 20, 2018

The best selling Broadway musical of all time comes to life on stage in the upcoming production of The Lion King Jr presented by ATP Kids, Alpine Theatre Project's theatre education program, at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center October 20th & 21st. One hundred seventy four local students from 16 elementary and middle schools across the Valley are participating in the productions and are split into two casts for four performances: 2pm & 7pm on Oct. 20th and 2pm & 6pm on Oct. 21st. The Lion King Jr marks the 10th year of the ATP Kids program, dedicated to empowering and inspiring students through theatre education. Over 1,500 students have participated in the ATP Kids program since its inception in 2008.

THE LION KING Roars To Life On Stage This Month at Alpine Theatre Project
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 12, 2018

The best selling Broadway musical of all time comes to life on stage in the upcoming production of The Lion King Jr presented by ATP Kids, Alpine Theatre Project's theatre education program, at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center October 20th & 21st. One hundred seventy four local students from 16 elementary and middle schools across the Valley are participating in the productions and are split into two casts for four performances: 2pm & 7pm on Oct. 20th and 2pm & 6pm on Oct. 21st. The Lion King Jr marks the 10th year of the ATP Kids program, dedicated to empowering and inspiring students through theatre education. Over 1,500 students have participated in the ATP Kids program since its inception in 2008.

Alpine Theatre Project's Broadway Summer Training Camp Presents SINGIN' IN THE RAIN JR.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2018

One of the greatest movie musicals of all time comes to life on stage performed by the students of Alpine Theatre Project's Broadway Summer Training Camp, presented by Don K Subaru. The camp culminates in a performance of the classic musical comedy, Singin in the Rain Jr on July 27, 28, & 29 at the Whitefish Performing Arts Center.

Alpine Theatre Project Announces Its 2018 Broadway Summer Company Artists
by Julie Musbach - Jun 8, 2018

New faces, including Broadway veterans and even an American Idol contestant, join returning favorites to perform in Alpine Theatre Project's 2018 Broadway Summer Season. These professional actors will perform in ATP's rotating productions of the 50's-era musical revue, Smokey Joe's Cafe, the one-man comedy, Fully Committed, the regional premiere of Matilda the Musical, ATP's new musical cabaret series, Shifting Gears: ATP Distilled, and ATP's free pop-up play reading series, Outside the Box.