Young adults of Boston,
We welcome you
to experience, share, and connect
with art and community
where you belong.
The stage is yours.
Your Space, Your Stories
Free Theater Nights
All 14-24 year-olds of Boston, especially those identifying as LGBTQ+ and/or BIPOC,
this is for you:
Pre-Show Resource Fair
Join young adults with shared identities to explore local affinity groups, create art, and connect to cool community organizations. Meet new friends through games and workshops, and enjoy free swag, food, and old friends in a safe, welcoming space.
Free Live Theater Performance
Watch a professional live theater performance with characters and stories that are relevant to you, at no cost, no strings attached.
Post-Show Reflection
Debrief the stories on stage with actors, mental health professionals, or informally with your peers— the choice is yours.
"The show was very eye opening and very important for those of all identities to see!" - 24 year old female
"I really enjoyed seeing the show with other students and hearing their reactions! It felt really really lively." -16 year old nonbinary person
"The show was very eye opening and very important for those of all identities to see!" - 24 year old female "I really enjoyed seeing the show with other students and hearing their reactions! It felt really really lively." -16 year old nonbinary person
"Feeling such queer joy! I love my people!" - 23 year old female
"It was really fun watching the play with other people my age instead of just adults." - 15 year old male
"Feeling such queer joy! I love my people!" - 23 year old female "It was really fun watching the play with other people my age instead of just adults." - 15 year old male
"I enjoyed seeing people interact and feel safe with their identities." - 19 year old male
" I went with my bf and bff and we were laughing the whole timeeeeðŸ˜ðŸ˜" - year old female
"I enjoyed seeing people interact and feel safe with their identities." - 19 year old male " I went with my bf and bff and we were laughing the whole timeeeeðŸ˜ðŸ˜" - year old female
Other Programs
Community Rehearsal Nights
Designed and directed by young adults, for young adults.
You share your idea for an event to build community, then we supply the mentorship and funding. It really is that simple.
See upcoming Community Rehearsal Nights or apply for a grant to host your own.
Young Adult Leadership Opportunities
Our job is to follow the lead of the young adults we serve.
We’ll provide the resources and support needed, then get out of the way. So you have control of your community.
Want to join the Community Leadership? Apply here for a paid position, and we’ll follow your lead.
Building community belonging matters, especially for LGBTQ+ youth.
Community through Theater does just that, and more.
Make a donation.
All proceeds will be used directly to fund Free Theater Nights, young adult leadership opportunities, and grants for Community Rehearsal events (designed and implemented by our young adult community). We thank you for making this work possible.