Milton and Collette Parsons ran the Cookie Jar Theatre from 1948 to 1963, where they directed local Chatsworth children in plays. The performances were held at various local venues and involved the entire community. The theatre began with a production of "Princess Nina's Birthday" in 1948. Over the years, the Parsons put on productions of other plays like "Little Women" and "Tom Sawyer". The Parsons held rehearsals at their home and the productions involved professional level costumes, sets and performances, despite having child actors. The Cookie Jar Theatre helped bring artistic culture to Chatsworth children during this era.