Explore. Engage. Entice.

The name Phare Play says it all. On one hand it reflects our desire to be the beacon of light in the Off and Off-Off Broadway community. We work to be the lighthouse that artists can find as a home for exploration of their creativity. The second meaning is participation on equal terms (fair play). We are true believers of the power of the ensemble and allow everyone that works on our productions the ability to make their voices heard.

Our purpose is to provide a top-quality public arena for the professional implementation of the philosophy and aesthetics our ensemble wishes to explore. Through the collaboration of artists, resident professionals and audiences, we examine the theatrical event and the methods used for its realization in contemporary performance. We explore playmaking in and of our time.

As theatre practitioners we are engaged in the ongoing investigation of several key questions: What is theatre's function in the modern world? Who are the audience? What makes a community assemble in a playhouse? What are the varieties of experience that can be used as theatre? Are these changing? Can we create new forms? Can we vivify traditional forms? What are the possibilities to be explored in achieving the realization of each piece, and how do we discover the methods that are effective for a specific audience at a given time and place?

To answer these questions we produce a broad variety of material, from classic to contemporary. Our seasons will always place an importance on interesting and challenging theatre, as well as exciting entertainment for our audiences, new and old. We encourage both up and coming talent and our seasoned veterans to join our journey. We believe these artists that contribute to our mission will grow with us while stimulating all of us to grow as well. Our artists will always find a home to explore, engage, and entice.