Who We Are!
The Free Theatre is a non-profit 501(c)3, student-run, tuition-free company for students in 9th-12th grade who are passionate about creating theater. Through our mentorship and advisory program, students are trained to be leaders in the creative and production processes, taking on the positions of Director, Music Director, Choreographer, Stage Manager, and Crew/Designers for our full-scale musical productions. Students are supported by a team of mentors, working professionals in DC/MD/VA theatre, who serve as resources and advisors throughout the year.
Non-Discrimination Policy:
The Free Theatre shall not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, color, background, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical, mental or sensory disability, matriculation, socio-economic status, political or religious opinion, or affiliation in any of its policies, procedures or practices.
Patron Accessibility:
The Free Theatre is 100% committed to creating an accessible experience for all members of the community who want to attend our productions. We recently lowered our ticket prices and are interested in what else would help you to come see us! Please let us know what you need from us to make your attendance possible and comfortable!
Coming
June 2025!
Performances:
June 27th-29th
Appearing at
BlackRock Center for the Arts
Ticket link coming soon!
Coming soon…
Summer Intensives!
We have something for everyone! Sign up for our classes in acting, singing, stage design, management and more. Courses will be scheduled through August 2025 based on student and instructor availability. All classes are completely free.
More information available at a later date.
Our last production…
Hadestown: Teen Edition!
We had an amazing company of 70 teens, including cast, crew, and onstage musicians put this show together! We are so grateful to have brought this story to the stage.
Anti-Racism Pledge:
As an actively antiracist organization, we are condemning, speaking up, and taking action against systemic racist practices and microaggressions in theatre and in the greater community.
- We are committed to diverse, color-conscious casting, and expansive hiring of BIPOC designers, board members and staff.
- We are learning from BIPOC leaders in the community about ways we can effectively usher change into our lives and communities.
- We are amplifying BIPOC voices and those of other marginalized communities.
- We are striving to be leaders in active antiracism, and we welcome and encourage your engagement.
The Free Theatre is funded in part by generous contributions from:
The Nora Roberts Foundation
Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County
Maryland State Arts Council
United Healthcare
