About Bas bleu theatre co
Bas Bleu Theatre Co: Bringing Intimate Theater to Life
Bas Bleu Theatre Co is a theater company that has been dedicated to presenting outstanding theater productions that inspire both the audience and artists alike. The company was founded in 1991 by Wendy Ishii, who had a vision of creating an intimate “salon” setting where audiences could experience live theater up close and personal.
The mission of Bas Bleu Theatre Co is to enrich the cultural life of the region by providing high-quality theatrical performances that add to the common cultural experience that bonds us all to our community and the world around us. The company has been successful in achieving this goal through its commitment to producing thought-provoking plays, fostering artistic growth, and engaging with its audience.
One of the unique aspects of Bas Bleu Theatre Co is its intimate setting. The theater has only 99 seats, which allows for a more personal connection between actors and audience members. This creates an immersive experience for viewers as they become fully engrossed in the story unfolding before them.
The company produces a wide range of plays from classic works like Shakespeare's Hamlet or Tennessee Williams' A Streetcar Named Desire, to contemporary pieces such as Lynn Nottage's Sweat or Quiara Alegría Hudes' Water by the Spoonful. Each production is carefully selected based on its ability to engage audiences intellectually and emotionally while also challenging them with new ideas.
In addition to producing plays, Bas Bleu Theatre Co also offers educational programs for students interested in learning about theater production. These programs include workshops on acting techniques, playwriting, directing, stage management, lighting design, sound design and more.
Bas Bleu Theatre Co has received numerous awards over the years for its outstanding productions including Best Theater Company from Fort Collins Magazine’s Best Of Awards multiple times since 2012; Colorado State University’s Community Engagement Award; Colorado Business Committee for Arts’ Impact Award; among others.
Overall Bas Bleu Theatre Co stands out as one of Northern Colorado's premier theaters due not only because it provides high-quality entertainment but also because it fosters artistic growth within our community through education programs while enriching our cultural life with thought-provoking productions year after year.