SRQ Magazine | Spirit of Giving - Urbanite Theatre

URBANITE THEATRE

Spirit of Giving | December 2024

LOCATED IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN SARASOTA, URBANITE THEATRE IS AN AWARD-WINNING BLACK-BOX THEATRE known for delivering transformative, intimate performances. Urbanite stands out as one of the region’s most unique spaces, bringing bold new works to life in a truly immersive setting. EACH SEASON IS AN EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR GROUNDBREAKING NEW WORKS to debut and emerging artists to break through. Driven by a commitment to diversity, Urbanite Theatre believes that an effective workforce includes employees and artists from varied backgrounds whose experiences fuel a more innovative, dynamic, and inspiring environment. In addition to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, Urbanite remains dedicated to creating an artist-first approach to storytelling. YOUR SUPPORT MAKES IT POSSIBLE for Urbanite to keep ticket prices affordable, providing professional artists with livable wages and a balanced work environment.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SUPPORTING URBANITE OR ATTENDING A PRODUCTION, VISIT URBANITETHEATRE.COM

MISSION: Urbanite Theatre is committed to creating visceral, shared experiences by fearlessly uplifting the boldest new voices in theatre. We believe in inclusive, artist-first storytelling, daring honesty, and the powerful connectivity of an intimate space.

1. Urbanite produces plays that portray the human experience, entertain, invite new perspectives and conversations, and inspire empathy and understanding.

2. Our annual Modern Works Festival is a robust play-reading festival that celebrates women playwrights and theatre makers through staged readings of emerging new works.

3. Urbanite fiercely believes in maintaining affordable ticket prices so that live theatre can be accessible to as many members of our community as possible.

4. We nurture the next generation of theatre makers through paid internships and fellowships, creating an environment that supports early career development.

URBANITE THEATRE | 1487 2ND STREET | SARASOTA, FL 34236 941.321.1397 | URBANITETHEATRE.COM | INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK: @URBANITETHEATRE