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MISSION EVERETT IS A MULTI-DISCIPLINARY PERFORMANCE ARTS INCUBATOR. Encompassing a Company, Stage and School, its ensemble of artists create, perform, teach and mentor new generations of artists within a diverse community. Guided by the principles of collaboration and experimentation, Everett explores complex social issues through a combination of theater, dance, music and video. At the heart of the organization is the belief that the arts can transform lives across cultures, generations, and economic backgrounds, and create a more just, equitable and joyous future. History & Organization Structure Everett was founded in Providence, Rhode Island, in 1986, and has since gained significant national recognition for its unique creative vision and effective community partnerships. The company has received rave reviews in the New York Times, feature articles in The New Yorker magazine, and has toured its award winning productions to many of the most prestigious stages across the country. Guiding Everett’s company work is a strong commitment to the collaborative process, the interplay of diverse voices, and the essential role of the artist as both researcher and re-framer of society. In 1990, Everett incorporated and founded their Stage and School. The company transformed an old carriage house, located in the heart of inner-city Providence, into a studio/theater space. Since its opening, Everett School has brought performing arts classes, mentorship, and apprenticeship opportunities to Providence’s young people who lack access to high quality afterschool engagement. Everett Stage has brought low to no-cost performances to the community, pushing back against the idea of who gets to attend the theater as well as what stories the theater portrays as its diverse casts have come together to bring to the public eye underrepresented voices for over 35 years. About Our Staff Everett believes that the best way to successfully reach the community and its needs, is to have individuals from the community working on all levels of the organization. Everett’s performing and teaching artists are 77% people of color, 92% grew up in inner city, low-income communities and 77% are former students of Everett School. Everett administrative staff is 50% people of color and 83% are former students of Everett School. This diverse group of professionals collaboratively create and carry out all of Everetts programs; engaging the community, teaching new generations of young people, and sharing their unique perspectives through their art and performance.