Entertaining and educating our community through theater
Using the empowering vehicle of theater to provide exceptional and enriching entertainment and educational programming that is accessible to all members of our community
About Us
Sitting upon the highest point in downtown Westerly, Rhode Island, you will find our beautiful theater, a handsomely restored Greek Revival Church. Purchased in 1843 for a mere $200 (just under $8,000 today), it soon became the home of "The Christian Chapel in Westerly", and in 1849, the building was complete.
(We've been told that it was built upon a magic rock, so if you are brave enough to venture into our tiny rubble basement, we'll let you be the judge of that myth!)
Later establishing itself as the Broad Street Christian Church, this historic landmark has remained relatively unchanged, aside from a remodel of the steeple which was destroyed in the Hurricane of 1938.
In the year 2000, we reopened our doors as the Granite Theatre, and have since been welcoming our community into the building for quality, year-round entertainment and educational programming. We plan to continue this tradition for many years to come!
Thank you for visiting and we hope to see you at the theatre!
Meet the Team
Addison Roush
Artistic Director
Addison is no stranger to the stage. With nearly thirty years of acting experience under his belt, his love for theatre started when he was very young. His grandparents took him to see The Music Man and Alice Through the Looking Glass when he was ten-- and that same year he experienced the joy and thrill of the stage for the very first time. He grew up in Waco, Texas where he continued to grow as an actor. Addison is a graduate of Sam Houston State University with a BFA in Acting and Directing. His time at SHSU was filled with lead roles, directing opportunities, and even a couple play workshops. Addison brings strong artistic experience, storytelling instincts, and a fresh creative perspective to Westerly and The Granite. His passion for theatre, the arts, and community make him a perfect fit for our theatre. He is excited to work with our wonderful community here to create truly unforgettable productions.
Caitlyn Ordway
Theatre Manager
Caitlyn is a Rhode Island native, and college graduate with a degree in writing & rhetoric, film media, and theatre. She is committed to fostering a team-oriented, collaborative environment for staff and volunteers through clear communication, mutual respect, and a shared dedication to the work we do here. She aims to create a welcoming and organized theatre environment that allows patrons to feel comfortable, engaged, and valued at every performance. She has a lifelong passion for storytelling and its power to connect artists, audiences, and communities.
Staff
Board Members
Wylette Selvidio
Denise Barrese
Kevin Mackay
Dan Desrochers
Laura Thompson
Dina Ferri
George Sanchez
David McCombe
Romina Moran
Robin Workman
Chris Lund
