Mesa Encore Theatre

When Joseph S. Jarvis became head of Mesa Parks and Recreation Department in 1937, his desire was “to make Mesa a beautiful place for all to live”. Recognizing the need for a community recreational and cultural program, one of his first orders of business was to start a theater group. From its humble beginnings on a school stage, to loading flats and properties on a truck and traveling to performance locations, MET has remained a part of Mesa’s cultural experience for over 80 years. Throughout those years, thousands of volunteers have worked to carry on the Jarvis legacy. By donating their time, talent and financial support, MET has produced over 200 full length plays and musicals. MET has brought together members of the community to act, sing, build sets, stage manage, run lights and sound, and so much more.