activities · 10
what they do
direct service · 10
- Artistic Development and Training Youth & Adult Theater Education ProgramsThe organization coaches actors for participation in studio showcases and provides live theater experiences for aspiring actors, contributing to their artistic development.
- Artistic development and coaching for actors Youth & Adult Theater Education ProgramsProvides coaching and artistic development for actors, including preparation for studio showcases and performance opportunities in full productions.
- Artistic development and coaching for actors Youth & Adult Theater Education ProgramsProvides artistic development and coaching for actors, including preparation for studio showcases and participation in full productions, supporting aspiring performers through hands-on theater experience.
- Executive and production management Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProvides planning, production resources, and executive oversight for theater operations through the role of Executive Producer, ensuring organizational continuity and production capacity.
- Leadership and creative direction in theater productionEngages experienced artistic leaders including directors, music directors, and choreographers who have led numerous productions since the company's inception. Jan Williams has directed over 30 productions; John Luke Osorio has served as music director since 2014; Janet Jones has choreographed multiple musicals since the company began.
- Leadership and creative direction in theater productionProvides executive, directorial, musical, and choreographic leadership through long-standing artistic staff, including over 30 productions directed by Jan Williams, music direction by John Luke Osorio since 2014, and choreography by Janet Jones since the company's inception.
- Producing Live Theater Performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsThe organization produces and stages live plays and musical theater productions in Phoenix and Scottsdale, with scheduled performances for upcoming seasons, including specific shows like "Gutenberg the Musical."
- Production of live theater performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces and stages live plays and musical theater productions in Phoenix and Scottsdale, with a continuous season schedule from 2012-2013 through the planned 2025-2026 season. Specific productions include "Gutenberg! The Musical" in March 2026 and a history of staging titles such as "Young Frankenstein," "9 to 5 the Musical," "Curtains," and "Guys and Dolls."
- Production of live theater performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces and presents live plays and musical theater productions in Phoenix and Scottsdale, with a continuous season schedule from 2012-2013 through the planned 2025-2026 season.
- Staging of specific theatrical works Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsStaged and presented performances of "Gutenberg! The Musical" in multiple seasons, including scheduled performances from March 26–29, 2026.
strategies · 20
how they think
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- Collaborative Community Outreach in the Arts community_outreach_and_collaborationPartners with nonprofit organizations to expand arts access and create synergistic resources, including sharing production materials and delivering performances and coaching to underserved populations.
- Comedic Musical Theater as Cultural Engagement comedy_musical_theaterProduces comedic musical theater that parodies theatrical production and historical subjects to engage audiences through humor and satire, creating accessible and memorable cultural experiences.
- Comedic Musical Theater with Cultural Parody comedy_musical_theaterProduces comedic musical theater performances that parody theatrical production and historical subjects, aiming to generate cultural engagement and entertainment through humor and satire.
- Comedic Musical Theater with Parodic Edge comedy_musical_theaterProduces comedic musical theater that parodies both theatrical conventions and historical subjects, using humor and satire to engage audiences and distinguish its artistic identity.
- Community Engagement and Joy through Live Theater theater_for_social_impactUses live theater productions to bring joy to local communities and transform lives through shared cultural experiences, with outreach efforts that include performances for seniors and collaboration with at-risk youth.
- Community Outreach Through Artistic Collaboration community_outreach_and_collaborationPartners with non-profits to extend the reach of the arts by sharing resources (sets, costumes, equipment), mentoring at-risk youth, and bringing performances to seniors, thereby using theater as a tool for broader community enrichment.
- Community Outreach Through Collaborative Partnerships community_outreach_and_collaborationPartners with nonprofit organizations to expand access to the arts by sharing resources such as set pieces, costumes, and equipment, while also delivering performances and mentorship to at-risk youth and seniors in assisted living, amplifying community impact.
- Community-Based Artist Development community-based artist developmentDevelops local acting talent through immersive, community-embedded opportunities that generate cultural and economic value in the Phoenix area, fostering growth by integrating aspiring artists into professional-caliber productions.
- Community-Based Artist Development community-based artist developmentDevelops local acting talent through embedded theater training programs to generate cultural and economic opportunities in the Phoenix area, leveraging community ties to support artistic growth and engagement.
- Community-Based Artist Development through Performance Training community-based artist developmentDevelops local acting talent by using theatrical rehearsals and live performances as primary training methods, creating a supportive, family-like environment where aspiring artists grow through polished, performance-based experiences.
- Equity and Inclusion in Theater Practice diversity_equity_inclusionIntentionally cultivates diversity and inclusion across leadership, staff, performers, and audiences to reflect global communities, fostering an equitable, empathetic, and inclusive environment in all aspects of theater production and engagement.
- Inclusive Theater Ecosystem diversity_equity_inclusionStrives for diversity and inclusion across all levels—from leadership and performers to audiences—by cultivating an equitable, empathetic environment that reflects global diversity and celebrates individual growth through theater.
- Inclusive Theater Ecosystem diversity_equity_inclusionActively cultivates diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels—from leadership and performers to audience members—believing that representation and empathy in storytelling strengthens community connection and artistic authenticity.
- Mentorship by Example in Theater Training mentorship_by_exampleUtilizes experienced actors to lead and elevate aspiring performers through direct modeling and on-stage mentorship, reinforcing skill development and professional standards in a real-world performance context.
- Mentorship by Exemplary Practice mentorship_by_exampleUses experienced actors to model excellence and guide aspiring performers through direct involvement in productions, elevating the overall performance quality and fostering professional growth.
- Mentorship by Professional Example mentorship_by_exampleRelies on experienced actors to model excellence and guide emerging talent through direct collaboration, using on-stage and rehearsal leadership to elevate performance standards and foster artistic growth.
- Performance-Based Training Methodology performance-based trainingUses theatrical rehearsals and live performances as the primary means of actor training, believing that real-stage experience accelerates skill development and professional readiness.
- Performance-Based Training Methodology performance-based trainingUses theatrical rehearsals and live performances as the primary means of actor development, believing that experiential learning through production leads to higher artistic growth and audience connection.
- Theater for Community Joy and Social Impact theater_for_social_impactLeverages live theater as a shared experience to bring joy to communities and transform lives, emphasizing emotional and social impact over entertainment alone.
- Theater for Social Impact and Community Joy theater_for_social_impactLeverages the shared experience of live theater to transform lives and bring joy to communities, using performance as a vehicle for emotional connection and social well-being.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Community Outreach Program
Partners with nonprofits to support at-risk youth, donate theater supplies, and bring performances to seniors and schools
Gutenberg the Musical
2-man musical spoof about printing press inventor Johann Gutenberg, performed as part of the 2025-2026 season at Herberger Theater Center
Youth and Adult Theater Training
Provides coaching and performance opportunities for aspiring actors through rehearsals and live productions, developed by veteran casting directors
relationships · 12
who they work with
- Arizona Humane Society Partner — Partnership helped facilitate the adoption of one dog at the end of every show.
- Arizona Women's Board Partner — Partnered to promote kidney health following the theme of diabetes in Steel Magnolias.
- Cocopah Middle School Partner — Supported their theatre arts program by donating set pieces and microphones for a school production.
- Cowgirls Historical Foundation Partner — Listed as a non-profit partner.
- Florence Crittenden Partner — Listed as a non-profit partner.
- Herberger Theater Center Partner — Presented "Gutenberg the Musical" at The Kax Stage as part of a collaborative presentation.
- Herberger Theater Center Partner — Venue for the "Gutenberg! the musical" performance.
- Jewish Family and Children’s Service Partner — Listed as a non-profit partner.
- John Wayne Foundation Partner — Collaborates with Almost Famous Theatre Company on community impact initiatives
- National Kidney Foundation of Arizona Partner — Listed as a non-profit partner.
- Renewal Performing Arts Partner — Listed as a non-profit partner.
- The Phoenix Theatre Company Partner — Richard Doria facilitated the current venue relationship with The Phoenix Theatre Company, where he served as a board member for seven years.