The Mission of Prime Stage

The mission of Prime Stage is to entertain, educate, and enrich families, students, and educators in the discovery of live theatre and literature. We accomplish this by producing adaptations of literature, new plays, and other works which celebrate the achievements of young people and adults.

Through educational programs and the Technical Theatre Mentor Program, Prime Stage provides opportunities for middle and high school students to participate in the creation and presentation of live theatre. Through presenting affordable and accessible productions, Prime Stage teaches theatrical etiquette and encourages families, students and educators to become life-long patrons of the arts.

As a member of The American Alliance for Theatre and Education, Prime Stage networks with national and international theatres for young audiences.

The Vision of Prime Stage Prime

Stage is committed to be a major regional asset by continually developing and implementing projects which serve adolescents, educators and families in creative, relevant, affordable and accessible ways.

The goals are to:

  • Present artistically exciting, theatrical experiences to which students and families can consistently attend, thereby “bridging the gap between theatre for children and adults”
  • Produce compelling, productions and projects which encourage adolescents to read
  • Develop resources for educators to enhance their curriculum which address adolescent literacy issues, critical thinking skills and appreciation for the theatre arts
  • Encourage and provide opportunities for young people to participate in theatre
  • Showcase the work of young people, educators, local writers and artists.

Prime Stage will be recognized as the region’s theatre that enlightens and educates, as well as a theatre that entertains.