activities · 19
what they do
direct service · 19
- Host educational and community engagement programs Youth & Adult Theater Education ProgramsHosts workshops and educational events such as "Building a Play from Scratch" and "Thinking Shakespeare Live!" to engage diverse audiences in theatrical arts and performance techniques.
- Host educational and community engagement programsHosts workshops, educational events, and public programs such as "Building a Play from Scratch" and "Thinking Shakespeare Live!" to engage diverse audiences and deepen understanding of theatrical works.
- Host educational and community engagement programs Youth & Adult Theater Education ProgramsHosts workshops and educational events such as "Building a Play from Scratch" and "Thinking Shakespeare Live!" to engage diverse audiences in theatrical creation and language. These programs support community access and learning in theatre arts.
- Offer accessible ticketing and group sales programs Arts Ticket Access ProgramsProvides discounted tickets for young theatregoers and military personnel, fee-free group sales with early access for groups of 10 or more, and complimentary tickets (1 free per 15 paid). Also offers non-expiring gift certificates redeemable online, in person, or by phone.
- Offer educational and community engagement programsHosts workshops and educational events such as "Building a Play from Scratch" and "Thinking Shakespeare Live!" to engage diverse audiences in theatrical arts and performance techniques.
- Offer flexible ticket purchasing and season packages Arts Ticket Access ProgramsOffers season packages with guaranteed seating before public on-sale and allows patrons to create custom packages by selecting three or more shows.
- Offering Discounted Ticket Programs Arts Ticket Access ProgramsProvides discounted ticket programs and fee-free purchases to increase access to performances for specific groups, including young theatregoers, active-duty military personnel and their families, and groups of 10 or more attendees.
- Produce and present theatrical performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces and presents a full season of theatrical performances annually, including classical works (especially Shakespeare), world premieres, San Diego premieres, and new musicals across three stages in Balboa Park. Presents nearly 600 performances each year, including the summer Shakespeare Festival at the outdoor Lowell Davies Festival Theatre.
- Produce and present theatrical performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces and presents a full season of theatrical performances annually, including classical works, world premieres, and new musicals across three stages in Balboa Park, with nearly 600 performances each year.
- Produce and present theatrical performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces and presents a full season of theatrical performances annually, including classical works, world premieres, San Diego premieres, and musicals across three stages in Balboa Park. The season includes nearly 600 performances of 15 productions each year.
- Produce and present theatrical performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces and presents a full season of theatrical performances annually, including classical works (e.g., Shakespeare), world premieres, San Diego premieres, and new musicals across three stages in Balboa Park. Presents approximately 15 productions and nearly 600 performances each year.
- Producing and Presenting Theatrical Performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces and presents approximately 15 theatrical productions and nearly 600 performances annually across three stages, including world premieres, San Diego premieres, classical works, new musicals, and Pulitzer Prize-winning plays. These performances take place in Balboa Park, including the outdoor Lowell Davies Festival Theatre and two indoor stages: the Old Globe Theatre and the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre.
- Provide accessible ticketing options Arts Ticket Access ProgramsOffers discounted tickets for young theatregoers and military personnel, group pricing with early access and complimentary tickets, and flexible ticket packages including season subscriptions and custom bundles.
- Provide accessible ticketing options Arts Ticket Access ProgramsOffers discounted tickets for young theatregoers and active-duty military personnel, fee-free group sales with early access and complimentary tickets (1 free per 15 paid), and non-expiring gift certificates redeemable online, in person, or by phone.
- Provide accessible ticketing options Arts Ticket Access ProgramsOffers discounted tickets for young theatregoers and military personnel, fee-free group sales with early access and complimentary tickets, and flexible ticket packages including season subscriptions and gift certificates with no expiration.
- Provide flexible ticket purchasing options Arts Ticket Access ProgramsOffers season ticket packages, including custom packages allowing patrons to select three or more shows, with guaranteed seating before public on-sale.
- Providing Theatre Education and Workshops Youth & Adult Theater Education ProgramsOffers educational programming, including workshops on devised theatre and explorations of Shakespeare’s language, to engage the public with theatrical arts.
- Sell and redeem gift certificates Arts Ticket Access ProgramsOffers non-expiring gift certificates that can be redeemed online, in person, or by phone for theatrical performances and events.
- Touring Theatrical Productions Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces and presents touring performances, such as Macbeth, to diverse communities across San Diego County and Tijuana, Mexico.
strategies · 27
how they think
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- Comedy as a vehicle for social commentary comedy_as_social_commentaryEmploys humor to illuminate complex social themes such as the immigrant experience, family dynamics, and economic struggle, making them more accessible and impactful.
- Community-Engaged Theatre for Social Impact community-engaged theatreThe organization brings theatre to underserved communities and uses a social justice roadmap to guide its programming and community engagement, aiming to touch lives, lift spirits, and foster social change.
- Community-Engaged Theatre for Social Impact community-engaged theatreBrings theatre to underserved communities through arts engagement programs with the intentional aim of touching lives and lifting spirits, using performance as a tool for connection and emotional resonance.
- Community-engaged theatre model community-engaged theatreBrings theatre to underserved communities through arts engagement programs designed to foster connection, increase access, and create emotional impact by meeting people where they are.
- Community-engaged theatre to reach underserved populations community-engaged theatreBrings theatre to underserved communities through arts engagement programs with the belief that live performance can touch lives and lift spirits, fostering connection and emotional impact.
- Diverse Repertoire to Broaden Audience Engagement classic_and_contemporary_repertoireMaintains audience relevance and artistic vitality by producing a mix of classic and contemporary works, ensuring programming resonates across generations and tastes.
- Diverse repertoire as artistic foundation classic_and_contemporary_repertoireMaintains artistic relevance and broad audience appeal by producing a mix of classic and contemporary works that reflect a range of voices, themes, and storytelling traditions.
- Diverse repertoire of classic and contemporary works classic_and_contemporary_repertoireMaintains audience engagement and relevance by producing a balanced mix of classic and contemporary plays, reflecting a wide range of voices and stories.
- Equitable Access Through Financial and Structural Inclusion equitable access through ticket discountsExpands access to theatre by offering discounted tickets and flexible gift certificates, grounded in the belief that theatre belongs to everyone and should be both affordable and convenient.
- Equitable Access through Discounted Ticketing equitable_access_through_ticket_discountsThe organization believes theatre should be accessible to everyone and implements discounted ticket programs to remove financial barriers to attendance.
- Equitable access through financial and logistical flexibility equitable access through ticket discountsExpands access to theatre by combining discounted ticket programs with flexible gift certificates and group attendance options, lowering financial and logistical barriers to participation.
- Equitable access through subsidized ticketing equitable access through ticket discountsExpands access to theatre by offering discounted tickets based on the principle that theatre belongs to everyone, lowering financial barriers to participation.
- Fostering Communal Engagement through Group Attendance community_engagement_through_group_accessThe organization encourages group attendance to enhance the communal and social experience of theatrical performances.
- Fostering Communal Engagement through Group Attendance community_engagement_through_group_accessThe organization encourages group attendance to enhance the communal and social experience of theatrical performances, thereby deepening audience engagement.
- Group access to foster communal engagement community_engagement_through_group_accessEncourages group attendance to strengthen social bonds and broaden audience reach, using collective experience as a means to deepen community connection to theatre.
- Public and foundation funding to sustain programming public_and_foundational_funding_modelRelies on public cultural funding and support from major foundations to maintain year-round theatrical production and community programs.
- Social Justice–Guided Programming social-justice-oriented programmingUses a social justice roadmap to shape theatrical programming and community engagement, ensuring content addresses equity, inclusion, and systemic barriers.
- Social justice roadmap guiding programming and engagement social-justice-oriented programmingUses a social justice framework to inform its theatrical programming and community outreach, ensuring that content and access initiatives align with equity and inclusion goals.
- Social justice-driven programming social-justice-oriented programmingUses a social justice roadmap to shape theatrical programming and community outreach, ensuring that content and access initiatives address systemic inequities and amplify marginalized voices.
- Subscriber Retention Through Attendance Incentives subscriber_retention_modelEncourages consistent audience engagement by linking subscriber seating priority to minimum attendance requirements, reinforcing long-term patron investment.
- Subscriber engagement strategy subscriber_retention_modelRetains loyal audiences by linking subscriber seating priority to minimum attendance requirements, incentivizing consistent engagement with the theatre’s season.
- Sustainable Funding Model for Year-Round Programming public_and_foundational_funding_modelRelies on a combination of public cultural funding and major foundation support to maintain consistent, high-quality theatrical production throughout the year.
- Sustainable funding model combining public and private support public_and_foundational_funding_modelEnsures financial stability and year-round programming through a blend of public cultural funding and major foundation grants, reducing reliance on earned revenue alone.
- Thematic Storytelling for Social Commentary and Identity Exploration thematic_storytellingThe organization utilizes theatrical narratives to explore family dynamics, personal aspirations, social barriers, and the intersection of artistic expression with personal ambition and transformation. It also employs comedy as a vehicle for social commentary on the immigrant experience, family life, and small business challenges.
- Thematic Storytelling for Social Commentary and Identity Exploration thematic_storytellingThe organization focuses on storytelling that explores family dynamics, personal aspirations, social barriers, and the intersection of artistic expression and identity, often employing comedy as a vehicle for social commentary on experiences like immigration and small business challenges.
- Thematic Storytelling to Explore Identity and Social Dynamics thematic_storytellingUses narrative content that centers on family, personal aspiration, art, identity, and social barriers—often through comedy—as a means of reflecting lived experiences and fostering empathy.
- Thematic storytelling addressing personal and social dynamics thematic_storytellingUses narrative as a tool to explore family, identity, aspiration, and social barriers, creating emotionally resonant performances that reflect lived experiences.
named programs · 15
what they call their work
AXIS
Arts engagement program.
Behind the Curtain
A Discovery Program offering a look into the theatre production process.
Breaking Bread
A Discovery Program initiative.
Community Nights at The Old Globe
Special events offering community access to performances and programming
Discovery Programs
Educational initiatives including free student matinees, tours, summer Shakespeare studio, and sensory-friendly performances
Globe Learning
Arts education and engagement programs for youth and adults
Globe for All
Program bringing theatre to underserved communities, schools, and correctional facilities
Globe for All Programs (Globe to Go)
Programs that bring theatre to schools, communities, and prisons.
Group Discounts
Discounted ticketing for groups, including company nights and student groups
Humanities Programming
Programs focused on humanities topics, often related to theatrical productions.
Season Packages
Subscription packages offering access to multiple productions, including fixed-seat and choose-your-own options
Sensory-Friendly Initiatives
Programs designed to be welcoming and accessible for individuals with sensory sensitivities.
Summer Programs for Youth
Youth-focused theatre training and performance opportunities during summer months
The 360 Project
Arts engagement project.
The Old Globe and University of San Diego Shiley Graduate Theatre Program
MFA program training emerging theatre professionals through a partnership with the University of San Diego
relationships · 16
who they work with
- American Conservatory Theater Partner — Co-presents the San Diego premiere of Kim’s Convenience in association with The Old Globe.
- Charity Navigator Network — Organization from which The Old Globe has received the highest rating for transparency.
- City of San Diego Cultural Affairs Government — Funds The Old Globe in part
- City of San Diego Cultural Affairs Government — Funds The Old Globe in part through its cultural affairs program.
- City of San Diego Cultural Affairs Government — Funds The Old Globe in part.
- City of San Diego Cultural Affairs Government — Provides partial funding for The Old Globe’s activities.
- Emma Rice Company Partner — Co-produces the North American premiere of North by Northwest with The Old Globe.
- GuideStar Network — Organization from which The Old Globe has received the highest rating for transparency.
- Jonathan Church Theatre Productions Partner — Co-produces the North American premiere of North by Northwest with The Old Globe.
- Kay & McLean Productions Partner — Co-produces the North American premiere of North by Northwest with The Old Globe.
- The Theodor and Audrey Geisel Fund Funder — Provides leadership support for The Old Globe’s year-round activities
- The Theodor and Audrey Geisel Fund Funder — Provides leadership support for The Old Globe’s year-round activities.
- University of San Diego Partner — Co-administers the Shiley Graduate Theatre Program with The Old Globe.
- University of San Diego Partner — Co-sponsors the Shiley Graduate Theatre Program with The Old Globe.
- University of San Diego Partner — Collaborates on the Shiley Graduate Theatre Program, an MFA program in partnership with The Old Globe.
- University of San Diego Partner — Collaborates on the Shiley Graduate Theatre Program, an MFA training program.