About Us
Our mission is to create high-quality, inclusive, and accessible theater that engages and inspires our community.
What is Kapwa?
Kapwa is a Tagalog word that loosely translates to "shared identity" or "togetherness", but Kapwa isn’t just empathy; it’s the belief that your well-being is tied to mine — that my joy, my struggle, my healing is bound to yours.
"Kapwa Theatre Company is dedicated to creating powerful and thought-provoking theatrical experiences that resonate with our audiences - and our community."
INCLUSIVE
GENDER & SEXUALITY
We proactively seek opportunities to amplify LGBTQ+ experiences, consider actors of every gender expression and sexual orientation for every role possible, and challenge roles traditionally written for men to be portrayed by women.
RACE
We uplift racially marginalized voices by proactively casting Actors of Color and refusing to let traditional casting norms limit who can tell a story.
BODY INCLUSIVITY
Slim or plus-size, tall or short, able-bodied or differently-abled — we are committed to breaking the boundaries of who is considered for every role.
HIGH-QUALITY
CRAFTSMANSHIP
We are intentional with every step of the process — from conceptualization to closing night — keeping authentic storytelling at the center of every production.
EXPLORATION
Theatre is an explorative experience. We commit to centering our craft around curiosity — striving to discover and showcase new perspectives at every turn.
PROFESSIONALISM
We are committed to being prepared, staying accountable, and centering all conversations around kindness and respect. A professional environment is the foundation of a fulfilling experience.
ACCESSIBLE
FINANCIAL
Theatre is not a luxury — it's for everyone, regardless of financial ability. We do everything in our power to prevent financial barriers from making theatre inaccessible.
ALL-ABILITIES
Theatre should be accessible for all, both on and off stage. We commit to having performance and amenity options available for people of all physical and mental abilities.
SAFETY
We are committed to creating an environment that is safe for artists and patrons. Harassment and abuse of any kind is not tolerated in our community.