Vision ~ Identity through Voice, Coming of Age, A Sweet Sip to Bountiful
Mission ~ Artistic Growth, Storytelling Preservation, Strengthening Human Connections
Values ~ Mutual Respect, Dignity, and Compassion
Quintessence ~ Artists' Studio Incubator, Cross-cultural Social Engagement, Free Expression
"Voice of the Human Living Experience" ushers Live Garra Theatre into its 2026 season. The Theatre is committed to nurturing a vibrant and unified community, rooted in the belief that every individual’s experience contributes to the richness of society.
Mission ~ Artistic Growth, Storytelling Preservation, Strengthening Human Connections
Values ~ Mutual Respect, Dignity, and Compassion
Quintessence ~ Artists' Studio Incubator, Cross-cultural Social Engagement, Free Expression
"Voice of the Human Living Experience" ushers Live Garra Theatre into its 2026 season. The Theatre is committed to nurturing a vibrant and unified community, rooted in the belief that every individual’s experience contributes to the richness of society.
"Garra" translates to "claws" in Portuguese—a symbol of perseverance and determination.
Follow the Drinking Gourd, sung by runaway slaves, secretly guiding them, passing directions north for escape along the Underground Railroad, using the Big Dipper constellation—the "drinking gourd" in the night sky as their signpost.
They persevered, embodying the spirit of "garra," until reaching freedom's light.
"Garra" translates to "claws" in Portuguese—a symbol of perseverance and determination.
Follow the Drinking Gourd, sung by runaway slaves, secretly guiding them, passing directions north for escape along the Underground Railroad, using the Big Dipper constellation—the "drinking gourd" in the night sky as their signpost.
They persevered, embodying the spirit of "garra," until reaching freedom's light.
THE RHINOCEROS ARE COMING: JUNE 2026
Live Garra Theatre creates space for wide-ranging stories and perspectives to be shared and celebrated. By encouraging reflection, understanding, and care for one another, the organization strives to make a meaningful impact and enrich the lives of its community, inviting audiences to look inward as much as outward—to put down the magnifying glass and pick up the mirror.
Community enrichment, support underserved groups, and advance social justice
Why Our Lives Matter ...
