G.K. Chesterton Theatre Company

The G.K. Chesterton Theatre Company, now also known as G.K. Chesterton Entertainment, is a faith-based non-profit organization in the United States. The organization is identified by the Employer Identification Number (EIN) 26-3724932.

Mission

The primary mission of the G.K. Chesterton Theatre Company is to create entertainment that challenges contemporary culture by promoting stories and themes rooted in faith. The organization focuses on highlighting heroic characters from history, with an emphasis on the values and principles that align with their namesake, G.K. Chesterton.

Activities

As a nonprofit theater company, they engage in producing theatrical performances and entertainment that reflects these values. Their work often involves bringing historical stories and figures to life, using the stage to promote faith and moral courage.

Namesake

The organization is named after Gilbert Keith Chesterton, a renowned English author, philosopher, and Christian apologist. Chesterton was known for his prolific writings on philosophy, theology, and literary criticism, and his influence extends across literature, art, and social commentary. The company's mission and activities are inspired by his legacy of integrating faith and reason into public discourse.

Operations

As a faith-based organization, the G.K. Chesterton Theatre Company aims to inspire its audiences through storytelling that emphasizes ethical and moral principles. The company's performances often feature themes of faith, courage, and the role of historical figures in shaping cultural values.

Rebranding

The company has also been referred to as G.K. Chesterton Entertainment, reflecting its broader mission to create entertainment beyond traditional theater, including multimedia productions that challenge contemporary cultural norms and promote a deeper exploration of faith and values.

[1] https://london.nd.edu/research/chesterton-collection/ [2] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G._K._Chesterton [3] https://gkchestertonentertainment.org [4] https://www.guidestar.org/profile/26-3724932 [5] https://patch.com/california/manhattanbeach/nonprofit-spotlight-gk-chesterton-theatre-company