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🎉 Exciting News from the Strand Theater Company! 🎭 We are delighted to announce that Alma Davenport has been appointed as our new Artistic Director!
Alma brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to women-centric theater and diverse voices.
Alma, based in Baltimore, is an award-winning playwright, director, and producer whose accolades include the Lorraine Hansberry Playwriting Award (2nd Place), The Goldberg Award for Dramatic Writing, The Horowitz Playwrighting Award, and the Gwendolyn Brooks Poetry Award. Alma most recently served as founding Artistic/Producing Director of Brown Soul Productions, a Seattle-based organization operating from 2016 to 2023.
We are confident that her vision will invigorate our theater and resonate with our mission.
Mark your calendars for October 2024, when we’ll host a reception to celebrate Alma’s appointment and kick off Season 17! 🎊
We look forward to this exciting new chapter and the incredible work that lies ahead. For more information about Alma and our upcoming season, visit our website at www.strand-theater.org.
#StrandTheaterCompany #WelcomeAlma #ArtisticDirector #TheaterNews #BaltimoreArts #WomenInTheater
Alma brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to women-centric theater and diverse voices.
Alma, based in Baltimore, is an award-winning playwright, director, and producer whose accolades include the Lorraine Hansberry Playwriting Award (2nd Place), The Goldberg Award for Dramatic Writing, The Horowitz Playwrighting Award, and the Gwendolyn Brooks Poetry Award. Alma most recently served as founding Artistic/Producing Director of Brown Soul Productions, a Seattle-based organization operating from 2016 to 2023.
We are confident that her vision will invigorate our theater and resonate with our mission.
Mark your calendars for October 2024, when we’ll host a reception to celebrate Alma’s appointment and kick off Season 17! 🎊
We look forward to this exciting new chapter and the incredible work that lies ahead. For more information about Alma and our upcoming season, visit our website at www.strand-theater.org.
#StrandTheaterCompany #WelcomeAlma #ArtisticDirector #TheaterNews #BaltimoreArts #WomenInTheater
A message from Alma Davenport to the Strand Community:
Dear Fellow Theatre Lover,
I am thrilled and honored to be chosen as the Artistic Director at The Strand. I fell in love with Theatre at the age of fourteen, and it has been a constant source of inspiration, community, friendship, family, and joy in my life since then. I am deeply committed to harnessing its transformative power to create an inclusive and vibrant artistic community that resonates with all of us.
My career has been dedicated to nurturing emerging talent, fostering meaningful storytelling, and advocating for diverse voices in the Theatre. I firmly believe this art form has the unique ability to spark conversations, challenge assumptions, and foster empathy in an extraordinary, specific, and unique way. By bringing diverse perspectives to the stage, we can create a more inclusive and understanding society where everyone's voice is heard and valued.
I am passionate about this work for several reasons. First, Theatre brings me immense joy and fulfillment. Second, storytelling is a powerful tool for bridging divides and fostering empathy. Finally, I am committed to empowering BIPOC and differently-abled artists to take ownership of their narratives and contribute to a more equitable theatrical landscape. This is especially important because we are currently living in a moment where the rights, freedoms, and, dare I say, the humanity of women and minorities are being challenged daily.
While dynamic and brilliant women create, lead, advocate, and color all aspects of our society, I want the Strand as a community to set the intention to re engage every day and make a commitment to nurturing empathy and humanity in ourselves and the art we create because I believe that empathy has the power to transform and heal the soul. Theatre, for me, is the most impactful vehicle to use as the conduit for such a transformation.
I am excited to collaborate with our talented artists, staff, and community members to produce thought-provoking and impactful productions while continuing the wonderful tradition of illuminating the voices of female theatre makers. Together, we will continue to cultivate a space where women's voices are celebrated and where the transformative power of Theatre can be experienced by all. Thank you for welcoming me into the fold. I intend to lead with love, inspiration, creativity, excellence, and heart, and I can't wait to go on this journey with you!
Sincerely,
Alma Davenport, MFA (She/Her)
Artistic Director, The Strand
Dear Fellow Theatre Lover,
I am thrilled and honored to be chosen as the Artistic Director at The Strand. I fell in love with Theatre at the age of fourteen, and it has been a constant source of inspiration, community, friendship, family, and joy in my life since then. I am deeply committed to harnessing its transformative power to create an inclusive and vibrant artistic community that resonates with all of us.
My career has been dedicated to nurturing emerging talent, fostering meaningful storytelling, and advocating for diverse voices in the Theatre. I firmly believe this art form has the unique ability to spark conversations, challenge assumptions, and foster empathy in an extraordinary, specific, and unique way. By bringing diverse perspectives to the stage, we can create a more inclusive and understanding society where everyone's voice is heard and valued.
I am passionate about this work for several reasons. First, Theatre brings me immense joy and fulfillment. Second, storytelling is a powerful tool for bridging divides and fostering empathy. Finally, I am committed to empowering BIPOC and differently-abled artists to take ownership of their narratives and contribute to a more equitable theatrical landscape. This is especially important because we are currently living in a moment where the rights, freedoms, and, dare I say, the humanity of women and minorities are being challenged daily.
While dynamic and brilliant women create, lead, advocate, and color all aspects of our society, I want the Strand as a community to set the intention to re engage every day and make a commitment to nurturing empathy and humanity in ourselves and the art we create because I believe that empathy has the power to transform and heal the soul. Theatre, for me, is the most impactful vehicle to use as the conduit for such a transformation.
I am excited to collaborate with our talented artists, staff, and community members to produce thought-provoking and impactful productions while continuing the wonderful tradition of illuminating the voices of female theatre makers. Together, we will continue to cultivate a space where women's voices are celebrated and where the transformative power of Theatre can be experienced by all. Thank you for welcoming me into the fold. I intend to lead with love, inspiration, creativity, excellence, and heart, and I can't wait to go on this journey with you!
Sincerely,
Alma Davenport, MFA (She/Her)
Artistic Director, The Strand
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The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley
by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon
Directed by Jalice Ortiz-Corral
December 6-22
In this delightful companion play to Miss Bennet, Gunderson and Melcon once again bring Austen’s beloved characters to the stage for a yuletide sequel to Pride and Prejudice. While Miss Bennet depicted the newly wed Darcys’ Christmas gathering on the ground floor of Pemberley, THE WICKHAMS takes audiences to the downstairs servants’ quarters for that same celebration. Mrs. Reynolds, a
no-nonsense housekeeper; Cassie, an eager new maid; and Brian, a lovesick footman, are bustling with preparations for holiday guests. But their work is interrupted by the midnight arrival of the definitely not invited Mr. Wickham—Lydia’s rogue of a husband and Mr. Darcy’s sworn enemy. THE WICKHAMS is a charming holiday tale that explores the confines of class and the generosity of forgiveness.
by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon
Directed by Jalice Ortiz-Corral
December 6-22
In this delightful companion play to Miss Bennet, Gunderson and Melcon once again bring Austen’s beloved characters to the stage for a yuletide sequel to Pride and Prejudice. While Miss Bennet depicted the newly wed Darcys’ Christmas gathering on the ground floor of Pemberley, THE WICKHAMS takes audiences to the downstairs servants’ quarters for that same celebration. Mrs. Reynolds, a
no-nonsense housekeeper; Cassie, an eager new maid; and Brian, a lovesick footman, are bustling with preparations for holiday guests. But their work is interrupted by the midnight arrival of the definitely not invited Mr. Wickham—Lydia’s rogue of a husband and Mr. Darcy’s sworn enemy. THE WICKHAMS is a charming holiday tale that explores the confines of class and the generosity of forgiveness.
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Check out these amazing levels of support named after some fabulous women in the arts:
Check out these amazing levels of support named after some fabulous women in the arts:
- Lauren Gunderson Level - $1-$99 Donors receive their name in our program and a Strand Theater Company sticker.
- Anna Deavere Smith Level - $100-$249 Donors receive their name in our program, a Strand Theater Company sticker, and fridge magnet.
- Chloe Zhao Level - $250-$499 Donors receive their name in our program, a Strand Theater Company sticker, a fridge magnet, and a button.
- Daniela Vega Level - $500-$749 Donors receive all previous gifts, plus a signed show poster from one of our shows this season.
- Paula Vogel Level - $750-$999 Donors receive all previous gifts, plus a pair of tickets to a show of your choice, and an invitation to an end of season donor party.
- Lynn Nottage Level - $1000+ Donors receive all previous gifts, plus a season ticket subscription for Season 15: Celebrating Women’s Adventures on Stage, and an invitation to an end of season donor party.
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Please help us reach the goal of $5,000 to support our 16th Season!
Your tax-deductible contribution will enable the Strand Theater to:
- Support more women playwrights, directors, actors, designers, and other talented professionals
- Bring more quality theater and educational programming to Hamilton-Lauraville.
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Strand Theater Second Series
SHE SPEAKS
On-going series of short engagements, comprising a wide variety of programming, i.e. play readings, workshops, concerts, poetry nights, musical events, and more. The goal of the series is to provide opportunities for women artists and to showcase a wide variety of women’s diverse voices and perspectives.
Prices vary per event.
SHE SPEAKS
On-going series of short engagements, comprising a wide variety of programming, i.e. play readings, workshops, concerts, poetry nights, musical events, and more. The goal of the series is to provide opportunities for women artists and to showcase a wide variety of women’s diverse voices and perspectives.
Prices vary per event.