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.
The Free Theatre 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 Accessiblity
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!
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Summer 2024
Musical Theatre
Intensive
workshops!
100% FREE!
Check out our workshops (for students in grades 9-12) in Directing, Choreography, Music Directing, Stage Management, Lighting Design, Costume Design, Scenic Design, Sound Design, Props Design, Playwriting, Dramaturgy, Improvisation, Dance Styles, MT Vocal Skills, Monologue Techniques, Music Theory, Reading Music and Auditioning Techniques.
And possibly some other leadership intensive surprises!
Our teachers are theatre and music professionals working in the diverse world of theatre in the DMV. They are excited to bring their expertise to The Free Theatre!
Breaking News!
Our summer programming will be sponsored by a generous grant from
The Nora Roberts Foundation!
Click on the “Summer 2024” menu at the top of the page for all the links!
Next up!
We are looking forward to an amazing SEASON #7, starting out with this beautiful and exciting show!
Concord Theatrical’s website says: “This intriguing and beautiful folk opera delivers a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience. Following two intertwining love stories – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of immortal King Hades and Lady Persephone – Hadestown (Teen Edition) invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Inspired by traditions of classic American folk music and vintage New Orleans jazz, Mitchell’s beguiling sung-through musical pits industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love.”
For more specific information on the differences in the Teen Edition, the cast (expanded!), the orchestration, story, etc., please check out the details at https://www.concordtheatricals.com/p/96564/hadestown-teen-edition
OUR ANTIRACISM
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.
