Once on This Island, 2022
Cosmic Events
Epic Exchanges
Constellation hosts free community gatherings or “Epic Exchanges” during the run of each show, allowing artists and audiences to bond over their communal, shared experience. Guest speakers from local educational and cultural institutions will facilitate discussions about the production’s content and themes.
Past Epic Exchanges have included: a dialogue about censorship in Russia (MASTER AND MARGARITA); an exploration of the cultural significance of the White Snake legend in China (WHITE SNAKE); discussion of 1960s girl groups (LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS); and a deep-dive into Alfred Hitchcock’s body of work (THE 39 STEPS).
Book Club
New this year, Constellation is offering a free, pre-show book club event. Participants have the opportunity to explore the set design and take part in an in-depth discussion about the show's script guided by a CTC staff member.
Affinity Nights
We strive to attract audiences that reflect the diversity of our artists and the international city in which we live. Our Audience Development Initiative includes performance dates for specific affinity groups:
Blackout Night
BLACKOUT Night is the purposeful creation of an environment in which an all-Black-identifying audience can experience and discuss our shows – free from the white gaze. We actively welcome an all-Black-identifying audience to come watch the show, followed by a guest speaker and post-show discussion afterwards. This night will also include giveaways and a free raffle. For more information, visit: blackoutnite.com.
Pride Night
Members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly BIPOC, disabled, trans, gender diverse, and low income folks, are invited to attend our production of The School for Lies. This night will include appearances from local drag artists, giveaways, a free raffle, and a CTC-hosted social hour at a restaurant/bar in the community after the show.
Zillennial Night
To encourage the next generation of patrons to experience the joy of theatre, we host a "Zillennial" Night: inviting Millennial and Gen-Z patrons to attend. This night will include giveaways, a free raffle, and a CTC-hosted social hour at a restaurant/bar in the community after the show.
AAPI Celebration Night
To observe and celebrate AAPI Heritage month, AAPI-identifying patrons are invited to join us for AAPI Celebration Night. This night will include giveaways, a free raffle, and a CTC-hosted social hour at a restaurant/bar in the community after the show.