activities · 18
what they do
direct service · 16
- Engages theater artists in creative and educational activities Youth & Adult Theater Education ProgramsProvides a collaborative environment where actors, directors, writers, producers, singers, dancers, designers, and technicians participate in performances, teaching, mentoring, and learning opportunities.
- Facilitating Discussions on Family DramaHosts discussions on works of family drama, specifically plays by American Realism playwrights such as August Wilson, Paul Zindel, Jon Robin Baitz, Amy Herzog, and Braden Jacobs-Jenkins.
- Hosting Live Play Readings and Feedback Sessions Original Play Development & ShowcaseHosts monthly live readings of original plays written by Studio-affiliated playwrights, and facilitates collaborative feedback sessions between playwrights and audience members to refine these original works.
- Hosting Live Readings of Original Plays Original Play Development & ShowcaseHosts monthly live readings of new, original plays written by Studio-affiliated playwrights, providing a platform for their work and facilitating collaborative feedback sessions between playwrights and audience members for refinement.
- Hosting Storytelling SlamsHosts a monthly storytelling slam called S.O.S., selecting storytellers based on theme relationship, relevance, and variety for an evening of entertainment, with stories under 5 minutes.
- Hosts a monthly storytelling slam (S.O.S.) Community Book Clubs & Literary EngagementOrganizes a monthly storytelling event called S.O.S., where selected storytellers present themed, timed stories (under 5 minutes) for an evening of curated entertainment.
- Hosts monthly live readings of original plays Original Play Development & ShowcaseProduces and hosts monthly live readings of new, original plays written by Studio-affiliated playwrights on Mondays from 7 to 9 PM, providing a platform for emerging and established playwrights to showcase their work.
- Hosts public discussions on American Realism theaterOrganizes discussions focused on family dramas and works by American Realism playwrights such as August Wilson, Paul Zindel, Jon Robin Baitz, Amy Herzog, and Braden Jacobs-Jenkins.
- Offers free workshops for theater arts Puppetry & Theater Skills WorkshopsProvides free workshops in acting, singing, writing, and play readings exclusively to sustaining members, supporting skill development and artistic growth in theater arts.
- Operates with volunteer staff across theater production and management Volunteer-Based Theater SupportThe organization functions entirely through volunteer staff who contribute their time and expertise to all aspects of theater production and management.
- Operating a Mobile Performance Program Youth & Family Theatrical ProductionsOperates a free program called "Studio On Tour" where actors perform at various locations including social clubs, service clubs, assisted living, and senior living facilities.
- Produces a seasonal lineup of professional theater productions Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsAnnually presents a diverse season of professionally crafted productions, including dramas, comedies, musicals, short plays, and original works, such as "Appropriate," "On Golden Pond," "Marriage Play," and "Mazel," on its main stage.
- Producing and Staging Theatrical Productions Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsAnnually presents a varied season of professionally crafted productions, including dramas, comedies, musicals, short plays, and original works, engaging actors, directors, writers, producers, singers, dancers, designers, and technicians. This includes showcasing emerging and established singer/songwriters performing original music.
- Runs a touring performance program for community outreach Youth & Family Theatrical ProductionsOperates a free outreach program called "Studio On Tour," where actors perform at social clubs, service clubs, assisted living, and senior living facilities to bring theater to broader audiences.
- Showcases original music and musical storytellingFeatures emerging and established singer/songwriters performing original music, using musical storytelling to build connections among musicians and audiences.
- Supports member-led creative projects Youth & Themed Play ReadingsAllows artistic members to submit their personal theater projects for production on the main stage, fostering creative ownership and collaboration within the Studio community.
capacity building · 2
- Facilitates collaborative play development with audience feedback Original Play Development & ShowcaseOrganizes structured feedback sessions between playwrights and audience members following live readings to collaboratively refine and develop original plays.
- Providing Educational Programs and WorkshopsOffers a diverse educational program for its members and the general public, including free participation in workshops for acting, singing, writing, and play readings to sustaining members.
strategies · 19
how they think
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- Artist Cooperative Model for Mutual Growth artist_cooperative_modelOrganizes theater artists into a cooperative structure that emphasizes shared creative development, mentorship of emerging talent, and community interaction through innovative productions and educational initiatives.
- Artist Cooperative Model for Mutual Growth artist_cooperative_modelBuilds a supportive ecosystem for theater artists through affiliation-based collaboration, emphasizing creative exchange, mentorship, innovation, and education as core mechanisms for artistic development.
- Artist cooperative model for creative growth artist_cooperative_modelOrganizes theater artists into a cooperative structure that supports mutual development, innovation, and community connection through shared resources, mentorship, and collaborative production.
- Artist-Driven Creative Development Space artist-driven_developmentProvides theater artists with dedicated space and resources to independently create, rehearse, and produce original projects, fostering innovation and artistic ownership.
- Artist-Driven Development Space artist-driven developmentProvides artists with dedicated space and resources to independently create, rehearse, and premiere original theater projects, prioritizing artistic autonomy and experimentation.
- Artist-driven development space artist-driven_developmentProvides dedicated space and resources for theater artists to independently create and develop original projects, emphasizing autonomy and artistic experimentation.
- Collaborative Play Development with Audience Feedback collaborative_play_developmentDevelops new theatrical works through a process that integrates live audience feedback, enabling iterative refinement and deeper audience connection during creation.
- Collaborative Play Development with Audience Feedback collaborative_play_developmentDevelops new theatrical works through a process that integrates live audience feedback, enabling iterative refinement and ensuring relevance and resonance with viewers.
- Collaborative play development with audience feedback collaborative_play_developmentDevelops new theatrical works through a process that integrates live audience input, ensuring relevance and fostering shared creative ownership between artists and communities.
- Mobile Community-Centered Performance Outreach community engagement through theatreBrings theater directly to community spaces and meeting locations to expand access and embed performances within everyday social contexts.
- Structured Storytelling Framework for Authentic Narratives storytelling guidelinesUses clear narrative guidelines requiring truthfulness, autobiographical content, thematic relevance, and classical story structure to ensure compelling and authentic performances.
- Structured Storytelling Framework for Authentic Narratives storytelling guidelinesUses clear guidelines requiring true, autobiographical stories with strong narrative arcs and thematic focus to ensure compelling, authentic, and cohesive performances.
- Structured storytelling framework for authenticity and impact storytelling guidelinesRequires submissions to be true, autobiographical narratives with clear structure and thematic focus, ensuring emotional resonance and artistic coherence in productions.
- Tiered Membership Engagement Strategy tiered_membership_modelEngages supporters at varying levels of financial and participatory commitment through a structured membership model, increasing accessibility to involvement while ensuring sustainable funding and community buy-in.
- Tiered Membership Engagement Strategy tiered_membership_modelEngages supporters at varying levels of financial and participatory commitment through a structured membership model that scales benefits and involvement.
- Tiered membership engagement model tiered_membership_modelEngages supporters at varying levels of financial and participatory commitment through a structured membership system, increasing accessibility and sustainability of involvement.
- Volunteer-Driven Operational Model volunteer-driven_operationsOperates primarily through volunteer labor motivated by a shared passion for theater arts, reducing overhead and fostering deep community investment in productions.
- Volunteer-Driven Operational Model volunteer-driven_operationsOperates primarily through volunteer labor motivated by passion for theater arts, reducing overhead and fostering community ownership in productions.
- Volunteer-driven operational model volunteer-driven_operationsOperates primarily through volunteer labor motivated by passion for theater arts, reducing overhead and fostering community ownership in productions.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
First Look: Original Plays
Monthly live readings of new, original plays by Studio playwrights, offering a collaborative environment for feedback and development.
Mazel
A play based on the experiences of Holocaust Survivors living in Pittsburgh, aiming to keep the dignity of their memories alive.
New Summer Shorts
Productions featuring short plays, often including works by Studio members.
S.O.S. (Storytelling Slam)
A monthly storytelling slam hosted by Debra Rich.
Same Moon
A play with themes resonating with today's world, particularly concerning the Middle East.
relationships · 46
who they work with
- AEA (Actors Equity Association) Partner — Many artistic members are also members of AEA.
- American Folk Art Museum Partner — Leigh Armor gave presentations about Outsider Artist Henry Darger at the American Folk Art Museum in Manhattan.
- Bob Ryan Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- Capital Repertory Theatre Partner — Leigh Armor worked at Capital Repertory Theatre (theREP) in Albany.
- Changing Scene Partner — Leigh Armor worked at Denver’s Changing Scene.
- Crane Theatre Partner — Leigh Armor worked at New York City’s Crane Theatre.
- Daniel Lidawer Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- Deborah Jamieson Funder — Gold Sustaining Member
- Denver Center Theatre Company Partner — Leigh Armor worked at Denver Center Theatre Company.
- Diane Shapiro Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- Don Bluth Front Row Theatre Partner — Sammy Hartwell worked behind the scenes at Don Bluth Front Row Theatre as an assistant director and stage manager.
- Elizabeth Dokkens Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- Ensemble Studio Theatre Partner — Leigh Armor worked at New York City’s Ensemble Studio Theatre and performed in FLYBOY by Yvonne Adrian.
- Eric Muehlstedt Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- Francine Ebersman Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- George Cohen Funder — Platinum Sustaining Member
- Germinal Stage Partner — Leigh Armor worked at Denver’s Germinal Stage.
- Glendale Community College Partner — Leigh Armor performed in Cactus Flower and The Boyfriend at Glendale Community College.
- Hale Centre Theatre Partner — Robert O'Mara performed in A Christmas Carol, See How They Run and The Hasty Heart at Hale Center. Ericca Rose performed in Beau Jest at Hale Centre Theatre. Tom Koelbel performed in Beau Jest at The Hale Theatre.
- Hunger Artists Partner — Leigh Armor worked at Denver’s Hunger Artists.
- Imaginary Forces Partner — Leigh Armor worked at New York City’s Imaginary Forces.
- James Bowen Funder — Gold Sustaining Member
- Jeanette Weeks Funder — Gold Sustaining Member
- Jeff Roames Funder — Gold Sustaining Member
- Jerry Rightnour Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- JoAnn Mullen Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- Joan O'Connor Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- Karen Sue Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- Kathleen MacLeod Funder — Silver Sustaining Member
- La Mama Partner — Leigh Armor worked at New York City’s La Mama.
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