Company One

About Us

Company One is a resident company at the Boston Center for the Arts. Company One redefines the typical theatrical experience by developing, producing, and promoting socially relevant plays and innovative educational programming that appeal to, represent and include Boston’s diverse urban communities.

Our mission includes:

  • Making socially- relevant theatre a must see event by producing world premieres, off Broadway hits, experimental theatre and collaborative projects
  • Increasing the accessibility of fringe theatre among Boston’s diverse under 35- population
  • Ensuring future generations of theatre artists by teaching theatre with a focus on individual artistic growth

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING ABOUT COMPANY ONE...

“Consistently cutting edge — progressive and high quality performances” – RC

“We do not miss a Company One show. Every performance stimulates the mind as well as entertains.”  — anonymous

“Innovative and inspiring new voices — great production values…prepared to take risks and offer outstanding theatre to build diverse audiences” — RTC

“I have left C1 productions feeling entertained, enlightened and more thoughtful. I applaud them for their work!” — J Chiang

“Company One is one of the most unique theaters I have come across. I've never been unimpressed with a Company One show. They bring a necessary diversity to the Boston theater scene. Not only do they put up great performances, but they are genuinely nice people. Company One is fantastic, case closed.” — Carrie

“I've been to a number of Company One productions and they never fail to offer up something fresh, dynamic, unexpected and creative. This is true not only of the performances, but of the entire experience —the choice and interpretation of a variety of scripts, the music, the sets, the costumes and the inventive use of different types of media all contribute to making each Company One production lively and unforgettable.” — Mark O

“People from New York City claim that there isn't any worthwhile theater happening in Boston. Those people have not experienced a Company One production. With a commitment to seeking out young talents from urban communities and presenting relevant material on stage Company One is not only innovative but is also unique.” — Marina O