About Waypoint

It is the vision of Waypoint Theatre Company to uplift and glorify God through the expressive and interpretive medium of theatre arts.

Mission

We are dedicated to:

  • professionalism and artistically produced entertainment with a Christian world view
  • challenge and inspire audiences and participants to see God’s grace through Christ
  • equip artists through encouragement and development of skills

It is our desire to foster an encouraging environment where individuals can uniquely blend and enrich their Christian faith with artistic gifts.

Our History

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Over thirty years ago in college, Artistic Director Melanie David was passionate with the vision of combining theatre and her faith.  Through years of acting, directing and teaching in both the secular theatre and theatre ministries, her vision of celebrating the joys of family and faith through quality, faith-based live theatre is as vibrant as ever!

Waypoint began as an off-shoot of the theatre ministry outreach at Catalina Foothills Church in Tucson over 10 years ago, of which Melanie David was the director.  Several productions and several years later, a core group of committed believer artists actively pursued the opportunity of becoming a non-for-profit, 501 (c) (3) live theatre organization that serves the southern Arizona community by producing quality, thought-provoking theatre celebrating the joys of faith and family. Waypoint regularly supports the community by partnering with other non-profit organizations such as Boys & Girls Clubs, Community Food Bank, Donor Network of Arizona, Crisis Pregnancy Centers, etc.

Today, there are over 30 believer artist members represented by nine evangelical churches, with ages ranging from 12 to 90 years of age.  There are three outreach “arms” with Waypoint’s productions that include main stage shows, educational outreach to schools/civic clubs, and Waypoint’s Journeys in Faith series, featuring small touring casts that perform a biblical/missions-themed piece specifically for church audiences.

We are always interested in auditioning committed Christian theatre artists that have a passion for pursuing excellence in live theatre with their generous giving of both on and offstage support. Contact us at

Board & Trustees

Founder/Executive Artistic Director: Melanie David
Property Management/Facilities: Frank Gates, David Lorenson
Financial Officer/Treasurer: Alida Cromwell
Public Relations/Creative Design: Elizabeth von Isser
Community Liaison/Grants: Howard Shenk
Ticket Sales/Membership: Amy Haggard-Schoolman
Churches Liaison: Michael Nicolosi