SOAR Regional Arts is a newly formed non-profit 501c(3) organization that is dedicated to providing and expanding ongoing live theater opportunities to over 44,000 people in regional community venues. SOAR features engaging arts activities that increase access to arts learning, profiency in and understanding of live theater. SOAR stands for the cities of Saint Michael, Otsego, Albertville, and Rogers, Minnesota. There is at least one representative from each of the communities on the board of directors. SOAR is thrilled to be launching the production of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory: the musical this summer 2012.