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THE ESSENTIAL THEATRE

WASHINGTON, DC
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theessentialtheatre.org

    • Mission

    The Essential Theatre is a nonprofit, professional theatre dedicated, but not limited to producing theatre reflective of the African American experience that explores and celebrates America's rich, diverse cultural landscape. Paramount to the company’s mission is the implementation of programs for youth in Washington , DC 's metropolitan area that promotes interdisciplinary education and positive self esteem. Founded in 1989, the company hosts a play development program, The Essential Theatre’s New Play Reading Series, the Children’s Program in Public Schools/Young Audiences and the Women’s Works Program. The company also maintains a relationship with area Social Services programs in an effort to provide job training opportunities.

    About Us

    Professional theatre company; develops new plays, offers public engagement and community-based cultural enrichment programs for Washington, DC, Metropolitan area youth that promotes interdisciplinary education.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Arts & Music
    • Community Development
    • Education
    • Volunteering

    Location & Contact

    • (202) 328-0569
    • 1231-B Marion Barry Avenue, SE, WASHINGTON, District of Columbia, US
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