Mission

Our mission is to create skilled, confident performing artists through the production process by offering high-quality, affordable theater programs to local Philadelphia communities.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

ASH Theater Company has a long-standing culture of opening our doors to those seeking to become involved in theater. Art is a form of expression. It has the power to move people, change perceptions, and open conversations. We want you to know that we are a safe space where all individuals are welcome, regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, age, etc.

We are challenging ourselves to break down barriers formerly lodged in the casting of roles. We believe all individuals must have an equal opportunity for a role when open auditions are held. Combined with our practice of never installing memberships, we are committing to the following additional measures to ensure the purest form of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our productions:

• Roles designed to be played by an individual of a specific racial or ethnic background will be cast with integrity.

• If one’s race, gender, etc. will not change the plot or storyline as intended by the playwright, we will allow all individuals to audition for the role and cast purely based on talent. 

• Donations will never be accepted in exchange for a role. 

• We will carefully select shows that would provide equal opportunities for those looking to perform. 

We believe, as artists, it is our job to use art as an avenue to open the minds of individuals and to share the beauty of being different. Humanity links us and our differences make us unique. That is something we choose to celebrate and share within our community.