One of the premier theatre and entertainment facilities in the state of Minnesota is now open, thanks to thousands of you in the White Bear Lake community and surrounding area! The Hanifl Performing Arts Center is now the home of Lakeshore Players Theatre. Although Lakeshore Players has been providing quality arts entertainment for 70 years, our new state-of-the-art facility will make all the theatre and events more enjoyable than ever.

We hope you will stop by and see your new Community Stage. We have a lot of plans to add opportunities for great entertainment experiences, in addition to our Lakeshore Player's Theatre season, the Lakeshore Kids & Family season, and our education programs.

As always, we are grateful for all your support, and hope to see you at the Hanifl Performing Arts Center soon.

ABOUT lakeshore players

Founded in 1953 in White Bear Lake, Lakeshore Players Theatre has continuously operated as a community theater. In April 2018, Lakeshore began a new era, operating year-round in the new Hanifl Performing Arts Center. Our beautiful new home, is really a gift from thousands of residents of our city and the surrounding region, who have so generously contributed to our capital and growth campaigns. For this we are truly grateful. 

It doesn't stop there. We are a true community theatre and our small, dedicated staff depends on the many volunteers who help put together every show. For every production, volunteers fill vital roles behind the scenes, on the stage, and in the house. I hope you will check out the many opportunities to be involved. No experience necessary and it's fun!

Check out our upcoming performances on the main stage, in the Lakeshore Kids & Family Theatre series, and our educational programs. Hopefully, you will find something that interests you, and you'll become part of our ever-growing community. Thank you!