As the only professional theater organization in Tysons and the surrounding area, 1st Stage is a cultural hub for more than 15,000 people. Annually, artists from diverse backgrounds write and perform 165 dynamic modern plays about diverse social issues that spark important conversations. 1st Stage advances audience members' connection with each other and the arts by facilitating pre- and post-show discussions and curating a rotating gallery of relevant local artwork. It also provides a space and platform for other grassroots community organizations and its paid fellowships allow emerging arts professionals to further their careers in artistic leadership, stage management, and more. By crafting family theater productions with early childhood developmental milestones in mind and offering all county high school students free season passes, 1st Stage connects people of all ages with the arts.
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