activities · 12
what they do
direct service · 12
- Community engagement through volunteer-driven theatre programming Volunteer-Based Theater SupportEngages local community members as unpaid volunteers in cast and production roles, and hires directors, designers, crew, and choreographers as independent contractors to support theatrical productions in Mesa.
- Engage community volunteers and independent contractors in productions Volunteer-Based Theater SupportRelies on local community members as unpaid volunteers for cast roles and other aspects of theatre programming, and hires directors, designers, crew, and choreographers as independent contractors for each production.
- Engage local volunteers and independent contractors in productions Volunteer-Based Theater SupportRelies on unpaid local community members for cast roles and hires directors, designers, crew, and choreographers as independent contractors. Also utilizes volunteers for broader theatre programming support in Mesa.
- Host karaoke events featuring Broadway showtunesOrganizes and hosts karaoke events centered on Broadway showtunes as part of its community engagement and programming offerings.
- Host public performances with scheduled box office and seating operations Performing Arts Venue OperationsOpens the box office one hour before each performance and opens doors for seating 30 minutes prior. Schedules main cast and understudy performances, such as ten main cast and three understudy shows for "The Importance of Being Earnest" in January 2026, and specific understudy dates for "Rent" in May 2026.
- Host public theatre events and performances Performing Arts Venue OperationsHosts public performances with scheduled seating, opening doors 30 minutes before each show and the box office one hour prior. Also organizes special events such as karaoke nights featuring Broadway showtunes.
- Hosting live audience events and performances Performing Arts Venue OperationsHosts live theatrical performances with scheduled showings, including main cast and understudy performances, and manages audience access by opening doors 30 minutes before and the box office one hour before each performance.
- Produce full-length theatrical performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces full-length plays and musicals, including titles such as "Pippin," "Sister Act," "Rent," and "The Importance of Being Earnest," at the Mesa Arts Center and other venues. Has produced over 200 full-length productions to date.
- Produce full-length theatrical performances Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces full-length plays and musicals, including titles such as "Pippin," "Sister Act," "Rent," and "The Importance of Being Earnest," with performances held at venues like the Mesa Arts Center. The organization has produced over 200 full-length productions to date.
- Production of full-length plays and musicals Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsProduces and presents full-length theatrical productions, including musicals such as "Pippin," "Sister Act," and "Rent," as well as plays like "The Importance of Being Earnest," with performances held at venues such as the Mesa Arts Center. The organization has produced over 200 full-length plays and musicals to date.
- Schedule and manage understudy and main cast performance runs Professional Theatrical Productions of Plays and MusicalsPlans and presents multiple performance runs for each production, including dedicated shows for understudy casts (e.g., three understudy performances for "The Importance of Being Earnest" and three for "Rent") alongside main cast performances (e.g., ten main shows for "The Importance of Being Earnest" in January 2026).
- Staging Broadway-themed karaoke events Community Festival & Event OrganizationHosts karaoke events featuring Broadway showtunes, expanding community engagement beyond traditional theatrical performances.
strategies · 18
how they think
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- Accessibility-focused service model for inclusive patron experience accessibility-focused service modelOperates with an accessibility-focused service model that invites patrons to communicate special needs during ticket purchase to proactively facilitate accommodations and ensure an inclusive experience for all audience members.
- Accessibility-focused service model for inclusive patron experience accessibility-focused_service_modelProactively supports audience accessibility by encouraging patrons to communicate special needs during ticket purchase, enabling tailored accommodations that enhance inclusivity and access to live theater.
- Circus-Inspired Theatrical Reimagining circus_inspired_theatrical_reimaginingMesa Encore Theatre reimagines musical productions by employing a circus-inspired theatrical style.
- Circus-inspired reimagining of musical theater circus_inspired_theatrical_reimaginingReimagines musical productions through a circus-inspired theatrical style, integrating acrobatic, visual, and spectacle-driven elements to create innovative and immersive audience experiences.
- Circus-inspired reimagining of musical theater circus_inspired_theatrical_reimaginingReimagines musical productions through a circus-inspired theatrical style, integrating acrobatic, visual, and physical performance elements to create distinctive, immersive audience experiences.
- Community Engagement in Theater Production community_engagement_in_theater_productionThe organization actively engages community members in various aspects of theater production, including acting, singing, set building, stage management, and technical roles, fostering participation and skill development.
- Community engagement in theater production community engagement in theater productionEngages community members across all aspects of theater production—including acting, singing, set building, stage management, and technical roles—to foster local ownership, broaden participation, and strengthen community ties through collaborative art-making.
- Fundraising through local business partnerships fundraising through business partnershipsPartners with local businesses for fundraising events where a portion of profits are donated to support operations, leveraging community commerce to generate sustainable financial support.
- Fundraising through local business partnerships fundraising through business partnershipsPartners with local businesses for fundraising events where a portion of profits are donated to support the theater, strengthening community ties and generating sustainable financial support.
- Inclusive Casting inclusive_castingThe organization employs an inclusive casting approach, considering all auditioners regardless of protected characteristics, unless specific script or production requirements necessitate otherwise.
- Inclusive casting to promote equity and representation inclusive_castingEmploys an inclusive casting approach that considers all auditioners regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics—unless restricted by script or production requirements—to ensure diverse representation and equitable access to performance opportunities.
- Inclusive casting to promote equity and representation inclusive_castingAdopts an inclusive casting approach that considers all auditioners regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics—unless restricted by script or production requirements—to ensure diverse representation and equitable opportunities in performances.
- Theatrical Storytelling for Self-Discovery theatrical_storytelling_for_self_discoveryMesa Encore Theatre uses theatrical storytelling to guide audiences on a path of self-discovery by presenting entertaining and thought-provoking narratives.
- Theatrical storytelling for self-discovery theatrical_storytelling_for_self_discoveryUses theatrical storytelling as a mechanism to guide audiences on a path of self-discovery by presenting entertaining and thought-provoking narratives that encourage personal reflection and emotional engagement.
- Theatrical storytelling for self-discovery theatrical_storytelling_for_self_discoveryUses theatrical storytelling to guide audiences on a path of self-discovery by presenting entertaining and thought-provoking narratives that encourage personal reflection and emotional engagement.
- Volunteer Engagement and Training volunteer_engagementMesa Encore Theatre engages volunteers with diverse skills across various production areas (e.g., painting, sewing, carpentry, hair, makeup, costumes, music) and provides training, making participation accessible even without prior experience.
- Volunteer engagement with skill development volunteer engagementEngages volunteers with diverse skills such as painting, sewing, carpentry, hair, makeup, costumes, and music, providing training and requiring no prior experience to lower barriers to participation and build community capacity.
- Volunteer engagement with skill-based training volunteer_engagementRecruits and trains volunteers with diverse skills such as painting, sewing, carpentry, hair, makeup, costumes, and music, requiring no prior experience, to build capacity and inclusivity in production teams.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Pippin 2026
Performance of the Stephen Schwartz musical "Pippin" in February–March 2026, featuring a circus-inspired production style and exploring themes of purpose and fulfillment
Rent 2026
Production of the rock musical "Rent" in May 2026, focusing on themes of love, HIV/AIDS, and chosen family in New York’s East Village, performed at the Mesa Arts Center
Sister Act 2025
Community theatre production of the musical "Sister Act" at the Mesa Arts Center, featuring two full casts (Red and Blue) and understudy performances in November 2025
The Importance of Being Earnest 2026
Staging of Oscar Wilde’s comedy in January 2026, reimagined with modern flair while preserving the original wit, at the Mesa Arts Center
relationships · 9
who they work with
- 414 Pub Pizza & Karaoke Mesa Partner — Partners for karaoke events where a portion of profits are donated to Mesa Encore Theatre.
- Mesa Arts Center Partner — Hosts performances and manages box office operations at the Mesa Arts Center venue.
- Mesa Arts Center Partner — Mesa Encore Theatre events are held at the Mesa Arts Center, which has its own security and safety policies, including bag policies and prohibited items.
- Mesa Arts Center Partner — Venue for the "Rent" production.
- Mesa Arts Center Partner — Venue for the "Sister Act" production.
- Mesa Arts Center Partner — Venue for the production of "The Importance of Being Earnest"
- Mesa Arts Center Partner — Venue partner hosting the production of "Pippin"
- Tempe Little Theatre Partner — Robyn McFarland, a board member of Mesa Encore Theatre, previously served on the board of Tempe Little Theatre.
- ariZoni Theatre Association Partner — Robyn McFarland, a board member of Mesa Encore Theatre, also serves on the board of the ariZoni Theatre Association.