Double Edge Theatre

Double Edge Theatre: A Cultural Cooperative and Ensemble Collective

Double Edge Theatre is a cultural cooperative and ensemble collective that has been creating innovative, immersive, and transformative theatrical experiences for over 35 years. Founded in 1982 by Stacy Klein and Carlos Uriona, Double Edge Theatre is located in Ashfield, Massachusetts, USA.

At Double Edge Theatre, the focus is on creating a nurturing environment where artists can explore their creativity and push the boundaries of what is possible in theatre. The company's mission is to fuse the highest caliber of artistic work with a deep love of the natural environment and an unwavering faith in human potential.

The company's ensemble members come from diverse backgrounds and bring a range of skills to their work. They are actors, musicians, dancers, designers, builders, writers - all working together to create something truly unique. The ensemble approach means that everyone has an equal voice in the creative process - there are no stars or hierarchies here.

One of Double Edge Theatre's signature approaches to theatre-making is its use of physical training techniques drawn from various traditions around the world. These techniques help performers develop strength, flexibility, balance, coordination - all essential qualities for creating dynamic performances that engage both body and mind.

Another hallmark of Double Edge Theatre's work is its use of site-specific performance spaces. Rather than performing on traditional stages with proscenium arches separating performers from audiences (and audiences from each other), Double Edge creates immersive environments where performers move among audience members or where audiences move through different spaces as part of the performance.

Over the years, Double Edge has created many acclaimed productions that have toured nationally and internationally. Some highlights include "The Grand Parade (of the Twentieth Century)" (1999), "The Firebird" (2001), "Noir" (2008), "Once a Blue Moon" (2010), "Leonora & Alejandro: La Maga y el Maestro" (2014), "Rhapsody" (2016) among others.

In addition to its performances at home base Ashfield MA., Double Edge also offers workshops for artists interested in learning more about physical training techniques or site-specific performance practices. These workshops attract participants from around the world who want to learn from some of today's most innovative theatre-makers.

Double Edge Theatre also runs an Artist-in-Residence program which provides emerging artists with space to create new work alongside experienced professionals within an inspiring community setting surrounded by nature’s beauty at Ashfield MA..

Overall it can be said that if you're looking for cutting-edge theatre experiences that challenge your perceptions about what theatre can be while celebrating humanity’s potential then look no further than Double-Edge Theater!