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General Donation

Your contribution will play a pivotal role in helping us bring the artistic and real-life benefits of theatre education to our community through a wide variety of classes, programs, and performances. We’ve strived to make sure our programs remain accessible to all, especially underserved communities. In 2025, The Theatre Lab provided more than $165,000 in need-based aid for our summer acting camps and musical theatre institutes. This year, we will reach more than 800 vulnerable youth and adults through our award-winning free Life Stories® drama programs. Donate to The Theatre Lab below.

You can also donate to The Theatre Lab through the Catalogue for Philanthropy.

Creative Impact Fund

In celebration of our 30th anniversary in 2022, The Theatre Lab launched The Creative Impact Fund with the goal of raising $100,000 for future strategic initiatives. We invite you to invest in our vision for the future of theatre education in Washington, DC and in the impact of transformative theatre education experiences for all.

Scholarship Funds

At The Theatre Lab, we are deeply committed to cultivating an inclusive environment where the transformative power of high-quality theatre education is accessible to everyone. We understand that many families in our area grapple with financial challenges which can make it difficult to access quality arts programming. Your support not only empowers individuals, but also strengthens our ability to serve our community. 

The Theatre Lab Life Stories® Program

Our groundbreaking Life Stories® program guides individuals from historically under-resourced communities to create and perform original dramatic works based on their lived experiences. This creative process not only yields artistic results, but also brings about profound, positive changes in the lives of participants. Through this transformative experience, participants often discover a newfound sense of self-esteem and heightened awareness of their creative capabilities. They become a part of an artistic ensemble, alleviating feelings of isolation and fostering a sense of belonging. The participants gain emotional fulfillment as they navigate their past experiences, offering a creative outlet for personal growth and self-discovery. At The Theatre Lab, we believe in the extraordinary power of storytelling to transform lives, and we invite you to be a part of this heartwarming journey.

Want to become a Theatre Lab Life Stories® partner? Contact Bryce Sulecki, Life Stories® Program Manager, at bryce@theatrelab.org.

Become A Theatre Lab Member

Looking for an easy way to connect with Washington D.C.’s thriving theatre scene? Become a Theatre Lab Member today! Your annual membership comes with exclusive benefits to Theatre Lab offerings.

Federal Employees

Are you a federal employee? If so, consider donating to The Theatre Lab through the Combined Federal Campaign. Contact your Human Resources office for more information. Our CFC number is 81216.

Corporate Gifts

Can your employer offer a matching gift or make a charitable contribution through a corporate foundation? To find out, contact your Human Resources or Benefits Manager. An easy way to increase your gift!

Cabaret Benefit Dinner & Silent Auction

The Theatre Lab’s annual Cabaret Benefit Dinner & Silent Auction is our biggest night of the year. This fun and inspiring event draws together 500 prominent Washingtonians each year, features one of the largest silent live auctions in DC, and provides the greatest source of income for our scholarship fund and groundbreaking Life Stories® program. To learn more about the event, sponsorship opportunities, and tickets, please visit our Cabaret Benefit page.

Planned Giving

If you’re interested in leaving an enduring legacy through planned giving, we welcome a conversation about how you can etch your name into The Theatre Lab’s history. Consider the possibility of naming The Theatre Lab in your estate plan, creating an endowment that bears your legacy, or making a stock gift. Please contact Terah Herman-Saldaña, Development Manager, at development@theatrelab.org to learn more about these opportunities.

Questions

For questions about individual, corporate, or foundation support of The Theatre Lab, contact Terah Herman-Saldaña, Development Manager, at development@theatrelab.org or (202) 824-0449.