“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the power, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.”
GTAC’s Black History Month Performance
The Greenville Theatre Arts Center presents a celebration for Black History Month featuring GTAC students. “The Next Generation” is a fundraiser performance that will be free to the public. Donations are recommended for our upcoming Summer Program.
There will be two chances to see our amazing talented students. First performance is at 2pm and doors open at 1:30pm. Second performance is at 6pm and doors open at 5:30pm. Seating will be first come, first serve. Bring the whole family out to celebrate Black History Month and support our organization along with our students. 💚
The Greenville Theatre Arts Center (GTAC) was founded in 1992 in the heART of Greenville, NC by Annette Campbell. GTAC is a Private Foundation that was established to educate the creative power of healing through theatrical arts. The Greenville Theatre Arts Center brings holistic healing and hospitality together to empower the youth and individuals through the true power of self-love, self-discovery, and self-discipline.
GTAC’s vision is to be an organization that engages, serves and uplift individuals in communities around the world that undergo traumatic experiences, systematic injustice and lack of resources through theatre. We focus on encouraging, empowering, and motivating individuals through the five elements of fine arts which are; Performing Arts, Creative Arts, Applied Arts, Visual Arts, and Musical Arts. GTAC centers their teachings on, which highlights holistic development in mental health, emotional health, spiritual health, social health and physical health.
YOU ARE THE FOUNDATION OF OUR CREATIVE COMMUNITY. AS A MEMBER YOU MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR US TO EXPAND WHILE TEACHING, ELEVATING VOICES, AND PERFORMING. EACH MEMBER CONTRIBUTES TO OUR COLLECTIVE CREATIVE POWER AS AN ORGANIZATION. WE ARE YOUR LOCAL ASSOCIATION WORKING TO MAKE SURE YOU GET WHAT EACH MEMBER NEEDS TO SUCCEED, VOICE IS HEARD, AND MEMBERS HAVE THE CONNECTIONS NEEDED TO THRIVE IN THEIR GOALS.
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GTAC PROGRAMS:
The Greenville Theatre Arts Center Artistic Healing Program is an annual program for the voices of the youth to speak through the works of Fine Arts.
Mini Division: Age Group 7-10
Youth Division: Age Group 11-13
Senior Division: Age Group 14-17
Intern Division: Age Group 18-21
Adult Division: Age Group 22-25
Teaching Artist Program: Age Group 25+
Sign up to get more information and details on how you can be involved within our organization. Help us continue our mission and fulfill our commitment to the community.
GTAC Fall 12-Week Season (Sept.-Dec.)
GTAC Spring 12-Week Season (Jan.-Apr.)
GTAC Summer 8-Week Season (Jun.-Aug.)
During the year at GTAC, each student will go through group workshops and basic training on the fundamentals of theatre.
Improvisation
Memorization
Characterization - Storytelling
Emotional Awareness
During the year at GTAC, each student will workout and learn rhythm, musicality with the body and music through classes within four genres of dance.
Hip-Hop
Urban Contemporary - Lyrical & Jazz
Theatrical Movement
Amapiano
During the year at GTAC, each student will go through vocal ensemble sessions and education on the fundamentals of music and voice.
Vocal Ensemble
Lyrics & Song Writing
Musical Theatre
Music Appreciation
The Greenville Theatre Arts Center Performance Scholarship is an annual award that can be given to any student that shows dedication, creativity and leadership throughout the full year. Through grants, fundraisers and partnerships with other organizations will allow GTAC to provide student or students with the opportunity to continue to develop their skills at GTAC for free. The student(s) must be registered or committed to attend the GTAC program for the Fall, Spring and Summer.
Our organization believes in the development of the students and wants to expand the dedication and work ethics to expand the growth in our community, opportunities and organization. Parents, guardians and family members will not be able to apply but the scholarship will only be eligible to students who have been with GTAC for a full year and have shown their interest in the arts and performing.
Learn more about our Program Director at the Greenville Theatre Arts Center.
Join the Greenville Theatre Arts Center Foundation and help us continue to expand our students so they can continue their journey with the GTAC Foundation. The purpose of the GTAC Artistic Healing Program is to provide artistic healing and opportunities to pursue dreams to earn a productive position in the society and industry of the field of Fine Arts.
The Greenville Theatre Arts Center works closely with many companies, businesses, and organizations that will help further the career of our students in our organization and in life. We need to continue operating for the sake of our students so that we continue to have a space and be able to provide more resources and opportunities for the students. So we are always raising funds and awareness.
We need our community leaders and members to help us create a positive, sustainable environment while financially maintaining our responsibilities. In order to continue to provide this program, we require and recommend our students and community to raise awareness and funds to support our organization.
The Greenville Theatre Arts Center has an online store in partnership with SquadLocker. Everything that is purchased online, 10% of each purchase goes directly to our organization. All support is appreciated.
629 Albemarle Avenue
Greenville, NC, 27834
United States
David Payton was a talented writer, producer, and director. A native of Pitt County, Payton learned his work ethics on a 250-acre farm owned by his parents, J.D. “Buster” Payton and Hattie Mae Payton, in farming and logging in Simpson, NC. David Payton started his writing career at G.R. Whitfield Elementary School. His love for music and entertainment embraced when he was one of the very first band members in 1974 at D.H. Conley High School. While at D.H. Conley High School, David joined the FBLA (Futures Business Leaders of America) and competed on State level and received many awards.
After graduating from D.H. Conley High School, Payton attended St. Augustine’s College in Raleigh, NC on a music scholarship. In Raleigh, he worked With the LaVerne Players Theatre group and starred in the play “Slow Dance on the Killing Ground”. He received much publicity and awards for his outstanding performance in the play. That’s when the stage bug bit him. He continued his education at Johnson C. Smith University, majoring in Business and Marketing and graduated from the Carolina School of Broadcasting. Being a true believer in community and his artistic gifts from God, Payton became an associate pastor of the Temple Chapel Baptist Church, as well as a member of the Prince Hall Masons in Charlotte.
Upon returning to Greenville, NC in 1993, he started his outreach ministry in which he tried to reach others through Spiritual Theatre. He was on the tour circuit with Spiritual Stage Plays since 1989. He received his start from his first investor Cedric “Cornbread” Maxwell from the Boston Celtics for the play “A Struggle To Be Free”. Since then Payton has wrote, produced, and directed several electrifying spiritual theatrical plays, such as “A Good Man Is Hard To Find”, “The Real Meaning of Christmas”, “Child Support”, “Ain’t No Woman Like The One I Got”, “When A Woman’s Fed Up”, ”Tired of Being Alone”, “Train Up A Child, “Let’s Straighten It Out”, “Betta Put That Woman First”, “They Said I Wouldn’t Make It”, “Stand By Me” and “Behind The Pulpit”.
All of his plays have toured the country from 1989 until his passing in 2011. Payton was tragically killed in a truck accident on October 4th 2011. His legacy and mission continues through the Greenville Theatre Arts Center and his daughter, Davonya Terri Campbell-Payton. Click here to learn more about her: Davonya Terri Campbell- Payton.
David’s mission continues through his works by:
1. Providing spiritual unity to the family through theatre.
2. Encourage collective work, collaborative efforts and responsibility through community arts.
3. Enhancing self-determination and self-discovery through spirituality.
4. Defining ones purpose in life through creative works.
5. Promoting creativity to build positive images in the community and urban arts.
6. Encouraging faith among others.
Stream David Payton’s movie “A Good Man Is Hard To Find” produced by 20th Century Fox and Codeblack Entertainment starring Golden Brooks, Hill Harper, Darrin Henson, Mel Jackson, Mary Mary, Deborah Cox, Darius McCray, and a host of other cast members.
Unlimited Entertainment LLC, the Greenville Theatre Arts Center, & FXE Studios presents, “When a Woman’s Fed Up”. A compelling stage play that delves into the intricate web of various types of relationships, focusing on the challenges women face and the empowering journey of self-discovery when they reach the point of no return. “When a Woman’s Fed Up” delivers a message of empowerment and liberation, encouraging the audience to have compassion, break free from societal expectations, embrace their independence and prioritize their own happiness.
Written by the late David T. Payton, (A Good Man is Hard to Find) and his life partner Annette Campbell, in 1991. This new version written by Annette Campbell and David’s daughter, Terri Campbell- Payton tells a gripping tale that delves into the struggles, triumphs, and resilience of its characters, offering a profound reflection on the human experience. “We are excited to bring, “When a Woman’s Fed Up” to the stage”, says Annette. “This play delves into the raw and unfiltered aspects of relationships, presenting a story that is both relatable and poignant. We believe that audiences will connect deeply with the characters and the universal themes explored in this production.”
Audiences can expect to be thoroughly entertained and captivated by an incredibly talented ensemble cast, starring:
Jennifer Holiday: (The Original Dream Girls; Grammy an Tony award winner singer and actress)
Patrice Lovely: (Boo! A Madea Halloween Boo 2!, A Madea Halloween, Love Thy Neighbor)
Lenny Williams: (Grammy-nominated Singer & Songwriter, "Cause I Love You")
Karon Joseph Riley: (Saints and Sinners, The Black Hamptons)
Mike Jerel: (The Voice & former lead singer for legendary group Tower of Power)
Terrell Phillips: (from hit R&B group Blackstreet)
And many more!
*Cast might vary depending on show dates.
The combination of the enthralling script and the skilled performances of the cast promises to deliver an unforgettable theatrical experience for all attendees. Coming to a theater near you in 2025! You don’t want to miss this inspirational, thought provoking, spiritual, musical roller coaster of a play!
