Community partnerships are the cornerstone of our work at PTC. Every production offers a unique opportunity for PTC to make the theatre-going experience accessible for newer audiences through enriching events aimed at deepening our audience’s relationship to the thematic material onstage and inciting conversation about how to strengthen our community bonds. PTC offers the following services and programming, designed to enhance the theatre-going experience and create a space of belonging.
Discounted Tickets on select nights throughout the run of the show
Curated pre-show community gatherings centered on identity, storytelling, community service, and resilience
Lobby Displays featuring the voices of local Philadelphian artists, cultural workers, and thought leaders
Childcare Matinee for youth ages 6-12
Saturday Workshops and Matinees
Audio Described
ASL Interpreted
and Open Captioning Performances
The Warm-Up:
Interactive pre-show workshops & talks with local artists exploring the themes and artforms found within each show
The Wrap Up:
Moderated Post Show Discussions featuring local scholars, community leaders, and members of the creative team about the themes of the show and its connection to Philadelphia
Become a Community Partner
- Free and low-cost tickets for specific nights during the run of a production
- Workshop for constituents led by the Dale and Richard Levy Director of Education and Public Programs
- Discussion with constituents prior to the show with one of the Co-Artistic Directors of PTC
- Curated Programming Opportunities on specific nights during the run of a production
- Invitations to Attend Special Events including 1st Rehearsal
Ways to Partner
We are actively looking for local community partners to support our ongoing and ever-evolving education and public programming initiatives. You can partner with us by:
- Being a moderator or panelist for a talkback or special event
- Providing resources and services to audience members connected to the themes of specific show
- Hosting a community-centered workshop for constituents and youth
- Hosting a small group of attendees at the SRT during the run of a show
- Signing up for newsletter about our education and public programming initiatives
- In Kind Donations to support our education workshops and public programming events
- Telling us how you wish to partner!
Contact education@philatheatreco.org for more information.
PTC is EITC
PTC is approved for Pennsylvania’s Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) organization! Ask us about how you or your company can benefit from this exciting tax credit. Contact development@philatheatreco.org for more information.
Want to get involved?
Contact education@philatheatreco.org for more information.