Midnight Mystery Theater is back with The Case of the Missing Heart

Written & Directed by John Ruoff

When Angst Bachstabber, CEO of Hellmark (a greeting card company specializing in breakups), hosts a yacht soiree to publicly fire an employee over an office romance — one she already fired and rehired in a so-called “refirement” — things quickly spiral into murder, mayhem, and mystery on the high seas.

Enter ventriloquist detective Gagme and Flakey, called in to crack the case as chaos unfolds.

Join us for this outrageous, post-Valentine mortem wackiness, where corporate sentiment meets mystery on the low seas.

📅 Feb. 21 @ 7 p.m.

🎟️ Tickets are available now! — don’t miss this wildly fun night at the theater!

Calling All MVCAC Member Artists🌸

Local artists, we’d love to feature YOUR work in the upcoming MVCAC Spring Art Show - submissions are now open!

Join us for an evening filled with distinctive, creative masterpieces from our talented MVCAC members.

🗓 Opening Reception: March 11
⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Maple Valley Creative Arts Center

This show will be held exclusively at the MVCAC Center, with artwork available for purchase. Additional details are below along with the registration link! 

Parents, need a night off? We’ve got you covered!

Join us for Kids Night Out: The Little Mermaid Edition — a magical evening just for kids in grades K–5!

For four fun-filled hours, students will sing songs inspired by The Little Mermaid, create ocean-themed crafts, play games, and enjoy a creative, high-energy experience with the Tahoma High School Performing Arts team.

🗓 March 7

⏰ 4:00–8:00 p.m.

📍 Maple Valley Creative Arts Center

Best of all, this event is a fundraiser for the Tahoma High School Performing Arts Program, so your night out supports local arts education.

Spots are limited — reserve yours and enjoy a well-deserved evening to yourself! 🧜‍♀️✨

Register Here!

Saturday, March 21, 2026

Structured for teens and adults, this one-day workshop helps participants build believable characters and discover how truthful scenes naturally grow into engaging improvised storytelling. Spots are limited — grab your seat today and register now!

Sunday, March 22, 2026

Structured for ages 7–10, this playful improv workshop invites kids to bring fairy tales and folktales to life through imagination, teamwork, and unscripted storytelling! Spots are limited, register today!

Calling All Creative Youth in Maple Valley!

Got an idea for an arts event, performance, showcase, or pop-up gallery? This is your chance to make it happen.

The MVCAC Youth Committee empowers young people to create, collaborate, and lead — turning ideas into real, community-wide events.

🎨 How it works:

• Bring your idea to the table

• Get feedback, support, and resources

• If approved, you lead the project

MVCAC provides mentorship, space, and guidance — but your creativity takes center stage.

✨ Big ideas welcome. Leadership encouraged.

If you’re ready to bring something new to Maple Valley, we want to hear from you!

Learn more, see example templates and submit your BIG idea - HERE