C.A.T.S. has no affiliation with the Spivey Theater or the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center other than as a client, and technical advisors. Community support comes from ticket sales and Angel donations . The souvenir programs for each event is self-supporting through participation by local businesses. All donations to C.A.T.S. are tax deductible and will be used for expenses related to major productions and workshops. Donations in any amount are greatly appreciated and are acknowledged in event programs.
Productions are open to all ages willing to work, share and commit to the goals of the organization.
Participation of Community Arts Theater Society Directors, Board of Directors , actors, and technical crew is all-volunteer. No one receives fees or monies for services. C.A.T.S. made the decision, years ago, that fabricating our own sets was an important part of the process of community theater. We could rent them, but then we'd have to insure them, truck them to Big Bear and return them, at a cost that we simply couldn't afford. Plus, we feel it is important for the cast and crew to help create the elements that become part of the magic of the theater.