22 orgs in this cluster's subtree
Every organization with primary activities in Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and Musicals or any of its descendants. Click a column header to sort. Filter by name or state above the table.
| # | Organization | State | Revenue | Activities ↓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OLD GLOBE THEATRE The Old Globe Theatre is a professional regional theatre in San Diego, California, producing a year-round season of plays and musicals. It offers a variety of … | CA | $34.2M | 6 |
| 2 | ALMOST FAMOUS THEATRE COMPANY FOUNDATION Almost Famous Theatre Company transforms lives through live theater by providing performance opportunities for aspiring actors of all ages. Based in Phoenix, t… | AZ | $242K | 5 |
| 3 | FOUNTAIN HILLS THEATER INC Fountain Hills Theater Inc is a nonprofit organization that produces live theater performances, focusing on engaging and inspiring diverse audiences through in… | AZ | $732K | 5 |
| 4 | AZ OPERA COMPANY Professional opera company based in Phoenix, Arizona, producing traditional operatic works from the 18th to early 20th centuries. Presents full-scale productio… | AZ | $75K | 4 |
| 5 | BORDERLANDS THEATER TEATRO FRONTERIZO INC Borderlands Theater produces original, culturally grounded theater that reflects the borderlands experience, primarily serving Tucson communities. The organiza… | AZ | $122K | 4 |
| 6 | Mesa Encore Theatre Mesa Encore Theatre is a community theatre based in Mesa, Arizona, producing musical and theatrical performances at the Mesa Arts Center. The organization stag… | AZ | $238K | 4 |
| 7 | BLACK THEATRE TROUPE INC The Black Theatre Troupe is the oldest continuously operating African American theater in the Southwestern United States, founded in 1970. It presents mainstag… | AZ | $1.1M | 3 |
| 8 | LOS ANGELES OPERA COMPANY The Los Angeles Opera Company is an operational performing arts organization that produces and presents opera performances, concerts, and recitals. It serves t… | CA | $46.2M | 3 |
| 9 | SCOUNDREL AND SCAMP THEATRE INC The Scoundrel and Scamp Theatre is an operational theater company based in Tucson, Arizona. It produces and presents a diverse season of plays, puppet shows, a… | AZ | $382K | 3 |
| 10 | ABT PERFORMING ARTS ASSOCIATION INC Arizona Broadway Theatre is an operational performing arts organization in Peoria, AZ, producing live musical theatre and other entertainment. It offers dinner… | AZ | $5.6M | 2 |
| 11 | AHWATUKEE CHILDREN'S THEATRE INC AHWATUKEE CHILDREN'S THEATRE INC, operating as Arizona Community Theatrical Company (AZ ACT), provides performing arts education and opportunities for children… | AZ | $246K | 2 |
| 12 | ARIZONA OPERA COMPANY Arizona Opera is an operational arts organization founded in 1971, dedicated to connecting and inspiring communities through artistically vibrant opera product… | AZ | $12.0M | 2 |
| 13 | CENTER THEATRE GROUP OF LOS ANGELES Center Theatre Group is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit theater company that produces and presents plays, musicals, and theatrical experiences across three venue… | CA | $42.9M | 2 |
| 14 | THEATRE ARTISTS STUDIO INC THEATRE ARTISTS STUDIO INC is a cooperative of theatre artists in Arizona that provides a vibrant performance space for its members to practice their art. The … | AZ | $274K | 2 |
| 15 | Arizona Theatre Matters Arizona Theatre Matters (ATM) is a nonprofit theater organization that produces universally accessible, socially conscious stage-to-film content, centering art… | AZ | $126K | 1 |
| 16 | DESERT STAGES INC DESERT STAGES INC is an Arizona-based performing arts organization that provides theatrical productions and training, primarily for youth. It aims to develop t… | AZ | $973K | 1 |
| 17 | KIDS UNLIMITED KIDS UNLIMITED is a nonprofit performing arts studio in Tucson, AZ, providing dance, singing, and acting classes for children. The organization emphasizes ment… | AZ | $185K | 1 |
| 18 | LIMELIGHT PERFORMING ARTS INC Limelight Performing Arts Inc is a community theatre company operated by the Oswegoland Park District, offering year-round theatrical productions and education… | AZ | $105K | 1 |
| 19 | SAN FRANCISCO OPERA ASSOCIATION San Francisco Opera Association produces grand opera performances at the War Memorial Opera House, presenting a seasonal repertoire of classic and contemporary… | CA | $88.4M | 1 |
| 20 | SOUTHWEST SHAKESPEARE COMPANY INC Southwest Shakespeare Company is a nonprofit organization dedicated to classical theatre, primarily focusing on the works of Shakespeare. Based in Mesa, Arizon… | AZ | $541K | 1 |
strategies used in this cluster
Theories of action extracted from orgs in this subtree. Click any to see the full set of orgs running the same approach.
- Authentic Storytelling Framework 1 orgBy requiring true, autobiographical narratives with strong narrative structure, compelling and cohesive performances are produced, because personal truth combined with classical storytelling enhances emotional resonance and artistic integrity. This strategy centers on a disciplined approach to narrative development, mandating that stories be both authentic and well-structured to maximize impact. Unlike open or fictionalized storytelling models, this framework ensures thematic focus and artistic coherence, distinguishing it from less structured or purely didactic approaches within community theater and education programs.THEATRE ARTISTS STUDIO INC
- Cultural Reinterpretation of Classics 1 orgBy reimagining classical drama through diverse cultural and cinematic lenses, we make timeless themes more accessible and relevant to contemporary audiences, because cross-cultural storytelling deepens engagement and broadens inclusion in the arts. This strategy involves adapting foundational works like Shakespeare by integrating global artistic traditions and modern genres—such as Kurosawa’s visual storytelling or Tarantino’s narrative style—to create productions that resonate across diverse communities. Unlike traditional or purely educational approaches to classical theater, this method actively transforms content to reflect multicultural perspectives, fostering innovation while maintaining thematic integrity. It distinguishes itself by prioritizing artistic fusion as a tool for both audience expansion and cultural equity in professional theater and education programs.SOUTHWEST SHAKESPEARE COMPANY INC
- Memory as Resistance 1 orgBy centering memory, storytelling, and domestic labor in theatrical narratives, organizations challenge dominant power structures and affirm marginalized identities, because reclaiming personal and collective stories disrupts erasure and reasserts dignity in the face of institutional oppression. This strategy uses theater as a site of moral resistance by transforming everyday experiences—particularly those of caregiving, domestic work, and oral history—into powerful counter-narratives. Unlike traditional theater that may prioritize spectacle or mainstream themes, this approach elevates the sacredness of ordinary lives to confront false dominant narratives and foster social change through emotional truth and cultural memory.Arizona Theatre Matters
- Youth Program Safety Standards 1 orgBy requiring fingerprint clearance for all camp staff, youth participants are kept safe, because verified background checks reduce the risk of harm from unqualified or dangerous individuals. This strategy emphasizes institutional accountability and proactive risk mitigation in youth-focused arts programming. By mandating state-issued fingerprint clearance cards, the organization ensures a standardized, government-verified level of trust and safety. This distinguishes it from less formal vetting processes, such as self-reported references or basic interviews, by embedding compliance with public safety systems into program operations.SCOUNDREL AND SCAMP THEATRE INC