What is Ripple for Change?

In this program, we find a play that is of social justice importance, and then partner with a non-profit organization that is doing work aligned with the theme of the play. We produce two public performances as a benefit for that non-profit. These performances are performed on Zoom “live” (in real time) for audiences, and proceeds go directly to that non-profit. We follow the performances with a special "Action Steps" panel discussion to discuss what's happening in the play, its current relevance to the issues addressed by the non-profit, and how we as global citizens can make a difference in our community addressing the themes of the play.

These programs have been very successful. Our Education and Outreach Program has served hundreds of arts lovers and provided desperately needed income for our ensemble members as teaching artists. Our Ripple For Change Program has raised thousands of dollars for important non-profit social justice organizations while also paying our artists a competitive wage for their work.

With all of this, while many other arts organizations were losing money (or sadly shuttering) we were able to raise our budget by 40% due to strong support of audiences and supporters just like you.

We are continuing both of these programs for the foreseeable future, and even hope to keep them going when we go live later this year.