Collaborations & Partnerships

State of DC Black Theatre

Created by Marjuan Canady Seshat Yon’sheaWalker, and Dr. Nina Angela Mercer

State of DC Black Theatre" series seeks to amplify the VOICES, STORIES, and EXPERIENCES that shape DC’s Black Theatre community. Over the course of four thought-provoking sessions, we will explore the rich legacy of DC Black Theatre, confront the pressing challenges currently facing our community’s practitioners, while imagining a future where our voices continue to not only be heard but to thrive at the forefront of the arts.

This series is dedicated to fostering honest dialogue, community engagement, and actionable steps toward a more equitable and sustainable theatre landscape.

Black Theater Mechanics

is a collective of Black Theater Company Founders, Collegiate Educators, and Cultural Economic Strategists.