WHY NEW WORKS?
For US
At Trademark, we make new works because they invigorate us.
We are not just doers, we are makers. We thrive when stretching new muscles, breaking through the mold, and finding brave ways to tell new stories. We love the art of surprise; bringing people together and not knowing what might happen next. We pair a sense of play with artistic excellence; giving people not just a show, but an experience.
We run on deep collaboration. Creating new theater is complex, rigorous, and immensely challenging– and it fills us with an incredible amount of joy when we make something together. It pushes us all towards authenticity, connection, and care for others. It makes us better humans.
We love new works because they can be playful, striking, and healing all at the same time.
Think of us as the kids on the playground making up a new game at recess. We invite you to come play with us.
For Our COMMUNITY
New works reveal our now. They shape our future and what we hope to become. New works encourage innovation, risk-taking, boldness, and tenacity.
New works prompt conversation and direct collaboration between artist, art, and audiences. They invite us to ask “what if?” They inspire, fostering connection, growth and change. They engender empathy.
New works are destinations; community events that drive local activity, investment, and vibrancy.
New works welcome new audiences. They allow ourselves and others to be seen, reflected back from the stage. They encourage a plurality of voices and perspectives.
New works encourage active engagement, not just consumption, reinforcing the theater as a living, breathing, ever-evolving art form.
New works keep the performing arts alive.
In short, new works are essential to any thriving community.
