The board approved construction of a stage and risers in 2006, and members went to work the very next day. The seats came from Waukon High School’s auditorium, and many volunteer hours were spent refurbishing and installing them. With the addition of a permanent lighting system, NMP was one step closer to having a great performance site.

It was a welcome and much-needed improvement. NMP had expanded its offerings to include an annual Young People’s Production in August and a Family Show in January.