For over 31 years — and more than 80 productions — Family Music Theatre (FMT) has been bringing families together through the power of live theatre. FMT has become a trusted place where art meets heart — a safe, family-friendly space for audiences and performers alike.
Each year, FMT produces 3 Mainstage productions and 3–4 Summer Camp productions, delivering the quality of professional theatre while remaining affordable for families in South Dallas. Our Summer Music Theatre Camps (ages 5–18) and year-round mentoring programs give young artists the tools, confidence, and community they need to thrive — and starting in 2026, we’ll launch new educational workshops and cabarets to expand opportunities even further.
Our commitment is simple:
Build people up.
Help artists discover their voice.
Provide exceptional entertainment for the community at ticket prices families and students can afford.
Ensure the creative arts continue for generations to come.
Family Music Theatre operates under the umbrella of Generations Institute for the Creative Arts (GIFCA), extending our vision to create a world-class, family-safe, generationally focused educational environment where artists of all ages can grow and flourish.
When you give to FMT, you’re not just supporting productions — you’re helping to create a place where big dreams lead to bright futures.
To produce top quality musical theatre and entertainment that is guaranteed safe for the whole family; and to provide a welcoming environment where artists of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds can learn, develop, and share their unique abilities in the context of the creative arts.
Family Music Theatre (FMT), under Generations Institute for the Creative Arts (GIFCA), is raising funds to produce our 2026 season: 3 Mainstage productions and 4 Summer Camps that give kids the chance to shine.
Your gift meets real, immediate needs, including:
Stage Platform Reset — $10,000 for safety, beauty, and respect for our host venue
Mic Headsets (6) — $1,074 so every voice is heard
3 iPads + Square readers — $1,500 to keep ticketing smooth
Rehearsal Piano — $600–$1,500 to keep the music alive
Advertising Campaigns — $4,000 to spread the word
Sponsorships — Goal of $10,000+
Costume Budget — $3,000 to transform stories into magic
Set Budget — $5,000 to build unforgettable worlds
Together, we’ve already raised $20,000 — but our year-end goal is $55,000. With your support, we can ensure that families in South Dallas continue to experience safe, affordable, professional-quality theatre and educational opportunities for years to come.
Family Music Theatre honors and respects each others differences. We make room for all, no matter their age, ethnicity, socio-economic status, or religious background.
Organization name
Family Music Theatre
other names
Generations Institute for the Creative Arts
Causes
Arts & Humanities
Operating Budget
$100,000 - $249,999
Counties Served
Dallas
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx
Address
1247 LODEMA LN