Dormouse Theatre Transforms Into Nonprofit Art Collective In Kalamazoo

One of Kalamazoo’s most recognized creative spaces, Dormouse Theatre has officially become a Non-Profit. As of May 6, 2026, ownership of Dormouse Theatre was excited to announce that it has been transferred to the newly established non-profit organization, Dormouse Art Collective (DAC).

Stephen Dupuie, Artistic Director of DAC, and Grace Gheen, President of DAC, both signed the paperwork to make it official as they begin a new direction for the theatre in the hopes of fostering "multimedia and performing arts that inspire conversation, deepen community connections, and drive meaningful change."

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DAC leadership expressed their excitement for this new chapter for the theatre:

This transition marks an exciting next step for Dormouse. We’re building on its legacy while expanding opportunities for artists and audiences to connect in new and meaningful ways.

What Does The Switch To Non-Profit Mean For Dormouse Theatre?

This opportunity opens the door for more inclusive shows and allows the leadership within the theatre to open the door for more events:

The newly formed non-profit plans to amplify the theatre’s role as a hub for innovative, inclusive programming across disciplines. Audiences can look forward to a dynamic lineup of upcoming events. With fresh leadership and a mission rooted in creativity and community impact, Dormouse Art Collective is poised to usher in an exciting future for the space.

The Dormouse Theatre is a 100-seat venue that produces its own unique brand of sketch comedy, as well as original and non-traditional works, in a repurposed 130-year-old church building. ​