COMMUNITY BASED PLAYS
Civic Ensemble creates original plays and theatrical experiences that are grounded in local stories. From "Community Soup" and other programs, to the development and production of full-length plays, we collaborate with our local community in storytelling, dialogue, and building connection.
community-based plays
Community-based Plays are a cornerstone of Civic Ensemble programming. Through an 18 month to 2 year process, community members come together in story circles and facilitated community workshops to create a new play around a topic that is meaningful to them. The process culminates with public performances and community dialogue - bringing the conversations back out to the community where they began.
Up next:
Theatre and Housing Workshop
Civic Ensemble is embarking on our next community-based play journey. Listening deeply in our local community, we are hearing stories of changing neighborhoods, a housing crisis, and questioning what it means to belong. Join us as we explore these stories and questions toward the development of a new play.
Want to get involved? Join us for a workshop series this February 9-March 9 to explore the local housing crisis and how it affects you. Click here to learn more!
Beloved Artistic Community Meet Up
Civic Ensemble and the Community School of Music and Arts is thrilled to be launching its new partnership, The Beloved Artistic Community Meet Up!
The BAC Meet Up will be providing free artistic workshops to community members ages 18 and up. Each month a guest artist will be offering a theatre-based workshop to expand the artistic skills and practices of our local community. These meetups center growth in artistry and skills that are accessible no matter your level of experience.
BAC Meet Ups are scheduled for the third Wednesday of every month from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Community School of Music & Arts in Hamlin Hall. Click here to learn more!
Previous Community-based Plays:
2018 - Climates of Change
2017 - The Class Divide
2015 - On the Corner
2014 - Safety
2013 - Parent Stories