About our Mission!

The Merely Players is a 501c3 non-profit organization operating in the public’s interest as an arts provider.

The mission of the Merely Players Community Theatre is to provide opportunities for participation in the dramatic arts in a safe and creative environment.  

The Merely Players began in 1982 during "Bend of the River Days". Since then it has produced nearly 100 shows, and touched the lives of more than 30,000 volunteers and patrons.

The Merely Players is a pillar of the community. Our dedicated and talented staff is committed to bringing southern Minnesota quality theatre for the entire family. We attract FANTASTIC volunteer talent both on the stage and behind the scenes. Each season we typically produce a large musical, comedy an/or drama and a children's show. Merely Players also has added an original senior review, "Golden Guys and Gals", to our stage to include our growing senior population. Our repertoire of theatrical productions includes, Guys and Dolls, Oklahoma, Godspell, Cinderella, Snow White, The Wind in the Willows, Rumors, The Nerd,  Dancing at Lughnasa,  just to name a few.