Welcome

At Mission StageWorks, we believe that theatre belongs to everyone. Whether you’re a seasoned performer, a curious neighbor, an aspiring artist, an inspiring educator or someone just looking for connection—we want you to know:

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Our door is open.
You are welcome here.

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A community place for you

We’re a community-based theatrical arts nonprofit rooted in the belief that stories—and the people who tell them—have the power to build bridges and spark joy. We serve:

  • Artists at every stage of their journey

  • Local residents of all backgrounds and identities

  • Educators, organizers, and creative collaborators

  • People seeking creativity, connection, or community

We are a grassroots group creating a home for our local community.

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Mission StageWorks is committed to equity and access in everything we do. That means:

  • ADA-compliant facilities whenever possible

  • Sliding scale and subsidized program options

  • Awareness of a diverse array of access needs and working with individuals to accommodate them

  • Leadership that champions diverse perspectives, and programming that reflects this 

  • Embracing new perspectives, including those who are completely new to theater, and those who lack industry connections

If there’s anything we can do to support your full participation, please let us know

What We Do

Mission StageWorks is a community-based theatrical arts nonprofit committed to enriching lives through education, performance, community events and engagement. We center the local community by providing inclusive access to arts experiences, amplifying underrepresented voices, and supporting local artists.

  • Classes and workshops

  • Performances & production

  • Community engagement & events

  • Artist development program

Our North Star

In order to be authentically welcoming and designed to enrich the Bay Area community which reflects the Global Majority, we are on a journey to put in place practices based on cultural competencies and accessibility development. This mission-driven pursuit is to construct outcomes of:

  • Interpersonal and institutional accountability

  • Clarity and transparency in all interactions

  • Physical and psychological safety

  • Visibility of the invisible

  • Social inquiry, wonder, acceptance, epiphany, and growth

  • Speaking across difference, honoring intersectionality

  • Liberated creativity and uninhibited joy

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Listening & Learning

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We don’t have all the answers. But we’re committed to listening, growing, and building better—together.

Have a question, idea, or an access need? Want to share advice?

We’re here for it.

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