LEARN WITH US
Enhance your enjoyment of live theatre by attending one of our many lecture offerings throughout the season.
The artistic appetizer.
Hosted by The Phoenix Theatre Company's Resident Dramaturg, Michelle Chin, The Artistic Appetizer is a captivating pre-show experience that peels back the curtain on a play's origins. Like a tantalizing amuse-bouche, this event whets the appetite for a dramatic main course, offering a delectable preview of the theatrical feast that awaits. Guests are invited to savor the creative process, sampling the rich flavors of the playwright's vision, the director's interpretation, and the artists' collective ingenuity. Complete with a complimentary glass of house wine, Artistic Appetizer is perfect for anyone eager to transform their understanding of theatre and appreciate the artistry before the presented show starts. Guests are also invited to indulge in the culinary delights of our ArtBar+Bistro, where you can order a variety of bites and beverages to accompany this theatrical aperitif. Immerse yourself in backstage delicacies, taste the spices of theatrical craftsmanship, and let The Artistic Appetizer prime your senses for an artistic banquet of the soul.
Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill
Thursday, September 21, 2023 at 6:15pm
What The Constitution Means to Me
Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 6:00pm
Fully Committed
Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 6:00pm
Artistic Director's Series.
Exclusively for season ticket holders and donors who contribute $250+ annually, the Artistic Director's Series is a Saturday morning program offering demonstrations and lectures on various behind-the-scenes topics such as directing, costuming, scenic design, dialects, and dance.
Tiananmen: A New Musical
Saturday, October 14, 2023 at 11:00am
The Truth About Winnie Ruth Judd
Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 11:00am
Fiddler on the Roof
Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 11:00am
Mornings with Michael.
For our extraordinary donors giving $250+ annually, this exclusive interview-style program is an inside look into the mind of an Artistic Director. From decision-making on production selections within a season, to the process of securing show rights, to developing new works for an eventual Broadway run, this lecture series is for the ultimate theatre aficionado.
Elf: The Musical
Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 11:00am
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 11:00am
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Cabaret
Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 11:00am
An evening with Michael.
For our extraordinary donors giving $250+ annually, this exclusive interview-style program is an inside look into the mind of an Artistic Director. From decision-making on production selections within a season, to the process of securing show rights, to developing new works for an eventual Broadway run, this lecture series is for the ultimate theatre aficionado.
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 5:30pm
Subscriber Tours.
Led by our Patron Concierge Managers throughout the season, this special offering gives subscribers an inside look at all backstage areas of The Phoenix Theatre Company, including the scene, paint, and costume shops that bring our spectacular shows to life. As a Season Ticket Holder, you will receive an invitation to sign up for a space on our upcoming tours via email.
