About Us
Everyone knows about the famous stages of DC, named after presidents and poets, but few know that there are more than 80 professional theaters creating in every corner of our region.
To help elevate the profile of the theatres and shows you don’t hear about, a group of DMV producers, directors, and advocates have come together to create the IS Collective.
The IS Collective exists to answer the question:
What IS Washington small theatre?
It IS intimate.
It IS unexpected.
It IS resourceful.
It IS local.
It IS your neighbors.
It IS accessible.
It IS innovative.
It IS all this an more!
Get to know your local theatres and visit one of the IS Collective member companies today!
WHO WE ARE
Supporting Marginalized Genders In The Arts
Plays With Engaging, Believable, Women's Roles
Movement Reaching Beyond Realism
Contemporary Irish Arts In The U.S.
Professional African-American Theatre Company
Confronting Systemic Oppression In America
Providing Performances And Education For Young People
Feminist, queer, and diverse narratives
Opera That Speaks. Theatre That Sings.
Theatre That Serves As A Starting Point To Tough Conversations
DC’s Leading Peddlers Of Whimsy
New Works And New Views On Established Works
Inspire, Educate, Entertain, And Create
Touring Theatre For Young Audiences
Throwing Normal Away To Highlight Theatre’s Importance
New And Diverse Works For New And Diverse Audiences
Space For BIPOC Deaf & Hard Of Hearing Artists
Making Theatre Exciting, Meaningful And Affordable
Smart Theatre For Smart People
Rediscover And Reimagine Classic Stories
Pushing Beyond The Limits Of Ordinary
Puppetry for children & adults
Intersectional, Niche-Based Art (And Wrestling)
Theatre That Confronts What Separates And Unites Us
Challenging Contemporary International Theatre
DC's Commedia dell'Arte Theatre Company
Creating opportunities for women’s stories
Plays That Tell Stories Of The Underrepresented
Affordable, Enriching, and Diverse Experiences in Northern Virginia
Providing Performances And Education For Young People
Theatre Company For Emerging Artists
New Comedies In The Gaithersburg Area
Award Winning Musicals With Dinner Too
A Vibrant Arts Center That Offers Engaging Opportunities
Increasing Knowledge And Understanding Through Theatre