The brave new world of the independent producer

When we think of "producing," we often think "institution" but independent producers have a huge opportunity to create capacity and optimise opportunity.
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Meena’s Dream, produced by Ronee Penoi

When I started producing on my own a few years ago, I was amazed at the range of responses I received. One person tried to rescue me by offering me a job. Another told me, “Wow, that’s brave.” Yet another thought I must’ve left town since I wasn’t on the staff list at any local theatre. Many were excited, but just as many were confused as to what exactly I intended to do.

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Ronee Penoi
About the Author
Ronee Penoi is the founder of Theatre from the District, an effort to support, advance, and tour the work of talented generative artists in Washington, DC.