Our community engagement initiatives are a testament to our commitment to making a positive impact in the community. By engaging with local residents and organizations, we are able to build relationships, foster connections, and create meaningful interactions that benefit both the community and the arts. Community-based programs can take many forms, such as participation in DC Theater Week and Art All Night as well as health inspired programming including National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Lastly, our outreach initiatives bring the arts to under-served communities, such as schools, senior centers, and community centers.
ART ALL NIGHT – DC Art All Night will occur from 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM the following morning on two nights—September 27 and 28. The festival will take place in all 8 wards with different activations on each night, bringing visual and performing arts, including painting, photography, sculpture, crafts, fashion, music, literary arts, dance, theater, film, and poetry, to indoor and outdoor public and private spaces, including local businesses and restaurants.
DC THEATER WEEK – Theater Week celebrates the launch of the theater season in the Washington, DC region with dozens of shows at low prices, a free kickoff fest, and other fun events. What will you discover? You’ll be delighted with the choices and many fabulous productions to choose from. We’ve got musicals, plays, classics, new work, and more. Theatre Week makes it easy to go, go, go…and invite your friends to join you.
NATIONAL BLACK HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY – February 7 is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NBHAAD), which was first observed in 1999. This observance is a day to acknowledge how HIV disproportionately affects Black people. Black communities have made great progress in reducing HIV. Yet racism, discrimination, and mistrust in the healthcare system may affect whether Black people seek or receive HIV prevention services. These issues may also reduce the likelihood of engaging in HIV treatment and care. NBHAAD is an opportunity to increase HIV education, testing, community involvement, and treatment among Black communities.
Liaison Committee (BLACK THEATER COUNCIL) – The Black Theater Council plays an essential role in enhancing and preserving programming that is both reflective of and responsive to the diverse needs of our community. By championing works that highlight Black voices and narratives, the Council ensures that our theater not only serves but also celebrates the rich cultural heritage and experiences of Black artists and audiences. The Council’s initiatives contribute to a more inclusive and representative artistic environment, offering opportunities for powerful storytelling that resonates with a wide range of community members. Its efforts are instrumental in maintaining the relevance and vibrancy of our programming, ensuring that our theater remains a dynamic platform for cultural expression and dialogue.
Liaison Committee (CULTURAL COLLABORATIVE COMMITTEE) – This Committee plays a pivotal role in fostering creativity and synergy within our community by spearheading collaborative programs and productions with other cultural organizations. This committee serves as a bridge, bringing together diverse cultural entities to create dynamic and innovative projects that might not be possible individually. Through its efforts, the committee amplifies the impact of each participating organization, facilitating resource sharing, and encouraging cross-disciplinary partnerships. These collaborations not only enrich our cultural landscape but also create community connections.
