Washington, D.C. – September 12, 2024 – Theater Alliance is embarking on a truly transformational 2024-25 season, marked by significant changes that herald a new era for the company. With the arrival of our new Producing Artistic Director, Shanara Gabrielle, a temporary move to a new space, and the launch of our TA Monthly Membership program, this season represents a fearless recommitment to our mission of presenting socially conscious, thought-provoking theater that engages and inspires the diverse communities of Washington, D.C.

Gabrielle has led the charge to build on Theater Alliance’s legacy of offering work that is relevant, impactful, and created with the people in mind. “Shanara’s vision and leadership have energized our commitment to creating theater that not only entertains but also challenges and inspires our community. We are ready to continue our important work under her guidance” says Theater Alliance’s Board Chair Cecilia Thomas.

In addition to Gabrielle’s artistic vision in line with Theater Alliance’s mission, the completion of new hires and the retention of core staff lays the groundwork for a more sustainable future, both artistically and administratively.

“Theater Alliance is more than a company; it’s a community,” said Gabrielle. “We are committed to not just surviving but thriving, and that means adapting and growing to better serve our audiences as well as bolster our staff and board.

COVENANT
October – November 2024
by York Walker
Directed by Autumn Angelettie

A gothic historical thriller that explores the nuanced relationships of Black women to identity, belief, spirituality, and family. Theater Alliance is honored to present the first production of Covenant following its NYC premiere at Roundabout in 2023.

THE GARBOLOGISTS
Winter 2024-25
by Lindsay Joelle
Directed by Shanara Gabrielle

This off-beat buddy comedy highlights the lives of working-class people, addressing themes of labor, value, and authentic human connection. It is a timely exploration of stereotypes and social bonds.

AMERICAN FAST
Spring 2025
by Kareem Fahmy
Directed by Reginald L. Douglas

A compelling intergenerational story about a Muslim basketball player balancing her faith during Ramadan with her role as a team leader. This play delves into the personal and societal conflicts that arise from living in the spotlight.

INTRODUCING THEATER ALLIANCE MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP

Theater Alliance is also launching a new Monthly Membership program offering innovative ways to engage with our work. TA’s Monthly Members will enjoy exclusive benefits, including access to artist events, member-only gatherings, and opportunities to provide feedback that shapes our future. Memberships are available at any giving level with contributions made monthly. This program is designed to deepen connections within our community and ensure that our supporters play an active role in the evolution of Theater Alliance. Find out more and join by visiting: https://theateralliance.democracyengine.com/membership

With over two decades as a catalyst for innovation, activation, and diversity, Theater Alliance produces thought-provoking and socially- relevant work, successfully uniting audiences of all backgrounds through the power of civic engagement, live performance, and the arts.  

With justice at the center of our internal and external work, we focus on underrepresented voices while also pursuing adventurous, exciting artistic work to ensure our audiences feel included in our mission and programming. Theater Alliance serves audiences with clearly aligned partnerships and thoughtfully curated live performances. Theater Alliance serves audiences with clearly-aligned partnerships and thoughtfully curated live performances. Our community engagement work is focused on service and civic responsibility, guided by the belief that the arts are a central tenet of a thriving society.

Theater Alliance develops, produces, and presents socially conscious, thought-provoking work that fully engages our community in active dialogue.  Theater Alliance has twice been a finalist for the Mayor’s Art Award, received the American Theatre Wing’s National Theater Company Award, is a proud Core Member of the National New Play Network, and has received 104 Helen Hayes Award Nominations and 31 Helen Hayes Awards.