Smithtown Performing Arts Center

What Smithtown Performing Arts Center does

Smithtown Performing Arts Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (legally Smithtown Performing Arts Council, Inc.) that operates a 360-seat historic 1933 theater at 2 East Main Street in Smithtown, New York, serving the Long Island community with live adult theater, children's theater, tribute concerts, comedy nights, educational programs, and venue and equipment rentals. The organization owns its theater property outright following a March 2022 acquisition and presents roughly 400+ individual performances over three years post-acquisition, including mainstage productions such as Hedwig and the Angry Inch, Once Upon A One More Time, and The Shark Is Broken, alongside children's productions such as Disney's Moana Jr. and Frozen Jr. and tribute acts covering Sting, Bon Jovi, Elton John, and others.

The business model is diversified across nine revenue streams: ticket sales (via tix.com online, phone, and box office), three non-expiring subscription passes (Kids Support, Loyalty, Supporters), an annual membership with 10%+ discount and priority benefits, seasonal education programs (Spring/Summer/Fall/Winter) with branded offerings such as Disney Musical Theatre Intensive, Acting Workshop, Swiftie Camp, and Dance Workshop, per-production participation fees (e.g., $200 for Moana Jr.), 360-seat theater rentals, props/scenic/costume/sound equipment rentals, tax-deductible donations via PayPal, and local business sponsorships. Pricing is unit-based at roughly $26.50-$46.50 per ticket including vendor, facility, and building restoration fees, plus subscription and membership tiers. Ticketing is delivered through tix.com; auditions through Google Forms; donations and ticket purchases through PayPal.

The organization serves a hybrid mix of Long Island families, youth and families with children, schools and dance studios, local nonprofits, corporate and private event renters, and philanthropic donors. It is governed by an all-volunteer board (Michael Mucciolo, Board President; Aman Verma, Treasurer; Mario D'Amore, Trustee; Jacques St. Louis, Trustee) and receives institutional support from Suffolk County Economic Development and Planning grants. Marketing is community-driven through email newsletters, the website, local business sponsor cross-promotion, and word-of-mouth. The organization has no proprietary technology platform, no AI/ML capabilities, no APIs, no mobile app, and no patents or trademarks, competing instead on the basis of its historic venue, programming depth, community integration, and nonprofit cost structure.

Name

Smithtown Performing Arts Center

Legal name

Smithtown Performing Arts Council, Inc.

Website

https://smithtownpac.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Smithtown Performing Arts Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating a 360-seat historic 1933 theater in Smithtown, NY, serving Long Island families, schools, and local organizations with live theater, children's productions, tribute concerts, arts education, and venue rentals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Performing Arts

NAICS

Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters (711110), Performing Arts Companies (7111), Other Performing Arts Companies (711190), Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries (711)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Performing Arts Centers & Presenters (Programming/Booking) (MPAGABAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Community & Amateur Theatre (MPAGABAD), Theater & Performing Arts Venue Operations (Playhouses, Opera Houses) (MPAGALAB), Theater & Drama Education (Acting, Improvisation, Musical Theater) (EDAMAAAG)

Keywords

• Live theater productions
• Performing arts education
• Youth theater programs
• Theater venue rentals
• Nonprofit arts organization

Headquarters

HQ city

Smithtown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Primary revenue stream from ticket sales to mainstage productions, children's theater shows, tribute concerts, comedy nights, and special events. Tickets are sold online through tix.com, by phone, and at the box office.
2. Subscription Passes: Three supporter pass programs: Kids Support Pass (10 children's theater tickets), Loyalty Pass (6 mainstage/special event tickets), and Supporters Pass (10 tickets to use at discretion). Passes do not expire and allow ticket exchanges at no charge.
3. Annual Membership: Annual membership offering 10%+ discount on tickets, priority seating, advance notice of new seasons, and 10% off classes. Members are listed in programs and newsletters.
4. Educational Programs: Summer education classes including Disney Musical Theatre Intensive, Acting Workshop, Swiftie Camp, and Dance Workshop. Programs run by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-12) with full-day and half-day options. Fees vary by program and session length.
5. Production Fees: Production participation fees for cast members, such as the $200 production fee required for Moana Jr. auditions.
6. Theater Rental: The 360-seat historic theater is rented for school shows, dance recitals, charity events, movie nights, concerts, corporate events, rehearsals, and birthday parties. Rental fees depend on day of week, staffing, and equipment needs.
7. Props and Equipment Rental: Nonprofit offers professional props, scenic pieces, costumes, and equipment for rent to schools and other theaters. Inventory includes items from productions like Little Mermaid, Moana, Frozen, and High School Musical, plus sound equipment.
8. Donations: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the organization accepts tax-deductible donations from patrons to support productions, educational programs, and theater preservation.
9. Sponsorships: Local businesses sponsor the theater in exchange for logo placement on the website, programs, and newsletters. Sponsors include Huntington Learning Center, Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown, Verma Tax and Accounting Solutions, Tantillo, Competition BMW of Smithtown, Bywater Web Design, and Defend My Traffic Ticket.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Smithtown Performing Arts Center operates a 360-seat historic 1933 theater presenting live mainstage productions, children's theater shows, performing arts education classes for youth and adults, and offers theater and equipment/prop rentals to schools, organizations, and event hosts.

Product overview

Smithtown Performing Arts Center operates as a single-venue performing arts organization offering a portfolio of interconnected services centered on live theater productions and arts education. The core offering consists of Main Stage Shows featuring professional adult theater, musicals, and tribute concerts, alongside Children's Theatre Shows including Disney Jr. productions. Educational Programs provide seasonal classes (Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter) for youth including theater workshops, musical intensives, and dance training. The organization also offers Venue Rental of its 360-seat historic 1933 theater and Equipment Rentals of props, costumes, and sound equipment to other theaters and schools. Supporting offerings include Gift Certificates, Subscribe and Save ticket passes (Kids Support, Loyalty, and Supporters passes), Annual Membership with discount benefits, a Scholarship program, and Volunteer opportunities. The portfolio functions as a unified nonprofit arts organization where productions, education, and community access programs reinforce each other.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mainstage Productions Live professional theater productions staged in the 360-seat historic theater, open to general audiences for ticketed admission.
• Children's Theater Live theater productions targeted at children and family audiences, offering age-appropriate programming and school group performances.
• Performing Arts Education Classes Educational classes and training programs for youth and adults covering acting, musical theater, and other performing arts disciplines.
• Theater Venue Rentals Rental of the 360-seat historic theater space to schools, organizations, community groups, and event hosts for productions and events.
• Equipment and Prop Rentals Rental of theatrical equipment and props to schools, community theater groups, and event organizers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 400 individual performances presented since nonprofit acquisition in March 2022
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Huntington Learning CenterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal tutoring and learning center serves as a sponsor of Smithtown Performing Arts Center. Logo displayed on the website's sponsors section, indicating financial or promotional support in exchange for brand recognition among theater patrons.
• Mercedes-Benz of SmithtownminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal Mercedes-Benz dealership sponsors the theater with logo placement on the website. Serves as a community partner providing financial support in exchange for visibility among theater audiences.
• Verma Tax and Accounting SolutionsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal accounting firm sponsors the theater. Board member Aman Verma (Treasurer) owns and operates this accounting firm. Logo displayed on website sponsors page.
• Tantillo (Auto Group)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal auto dealership group sponsors the theater with logo placement. Community supporter providing financial sponsorship for brand visibility.
• Competition BMW of SmithtownminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal BMW dealership sponsors the theater with logo on website. Provides financial support in exchange for brand recognition among theater patrons.
• Bywater Web DesignminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWeb design firm provides sponsorship and likely website development/maintenance services. Logo displayed on sponsors page with tracking link (utm_source=Banner&utm_medium=Landing-Page-Link&utm_campaign=Offsite-Ad&utm_term=SPAC-Link).
• Defend My Traffic TicketminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLegal services provider sponsors the theater. Logo displayed on website sponsors section in exchange for brand visibility among local community.
• Suffolk County Economic Development and PlanningminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCounty government agency provides grant funding for live entertainment. Financial support acknowledged on the website homepage. This partnership helps fund productions and programs.
• People's United BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal bank (formerly Bank of Smithtown) grants permission for theater patrons to park in their lot during evening and Sunday afternoon performances. This arrangement supports patron convenience.
• WalgreensminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal pharmacy grants permission for theater patrons to park in their back lot during performances. Supports patron convenience and community goodwill.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Paper Mill Playhouse: Regional theater in Millburn, NJ producing mainstage musicals, plays, and education programs in a historic venue. Comparable as a nonprofit regional theater with a similar mix of musicals, children's theater, and education but at a larger scale and outside SPAC's geography.
• Two River Theater: Professional regional theater in Red Bank, NJ producing mainstage plays, musicals, and education programming. Comparable as a community-anchored nonprofit theater combining productions and education, though operating in a different metro.
• Goodspeed Musicals: Chester, CT-based nonprofit musical theater producing mainstage productions and developing new works. Comparable in being a nonprofit regional theater with a musical focus, though operating at a larger scale and outside SPAC's geography.
• Bucks County Playhouse: Historic nonprofit regional theater in New Hope, PA producing musicals, plays, and children's programming. Comparable in operating a restored historic venue and combining professional productions with community/education programs, but at a larger scale outside Long Island.

Direct peers

• Theatre Three: Long Island community theater in Port Jefferson producing mainstage plays, children's theater, and educational classes since 1964. Comparable in being a nonprofit regional theater combining mainstage, youth programming, and classes.
• Bay Street Theater: Sag Harbor, NY-based regional theater presenting mainstage productions, comedy, and education programs. Comparable Long Island nonprofit theater combining professional productions and youth education.
• The Argyle Theatre: Babylon, NY-based theater producing mainstage musicals and children's shows in a restored historic venue. Similar to SPAC in operating a Long Island venue with a mix of musical productions and family-friendly programming.
• Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts: Historic Long Island theater venue in Patchogue, NY hosting concerts, comedy, and community events. Comparable as a similar-sized Long Island performing arts venue with a rental and event-hosting model.
• John W. Engeman Theater: Professional theater in Northport, NY on Long Island presenting mainstage musicals, children's productions, and educational programming in a similar community-theater model. Most directly comparable to SPAC in geography, scale, and programming mix.
• BroadHollow Theatre Company: Long Island community theater in Farmingdale, NY producing musicals and children's theater. Comparable in scale and in running a community-focused nonprofit theater with mainstage and youth productions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Smithtown_PAC
• Facebookfacebook.com/SmithtownPAC

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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