About Us

Our Mission...

“Flat Earth Theatre is a collaborative of artists actively developing an egalitarian theatre company. Engaging both artist and audience, we create an ever-evolving theatre experience that is both accessible and distinct.”

History

Complete Works Flat Earth was established in the Summer of 2006 by long-time friends seeking a creative outlet. The first production, Joe, written by company member Kevin Mullins, had a rehearsal period of just seventeen days. With costumes pulled largely from the closets of actors, and a couch borrowed from the nuclear physics department at MIT, Joe made an impact with its two-night run in the Watertown High School auditorium. A year later, Flat Earth produced its first show at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, David Ives's All In The Timing. Now in its fifth year, Flat Earth has since established a pattern of producing works that cover a wide range of genres; from raucous comedy in The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) to biting family drama in The Goat or, Who is Sylvia?

Organized around a non-hierarchical structure, Flat Earth has no Artistic Director. Rather, all decisions from show selection down are made by a consensus-driven council in which any member may participate. Flat Earth functions as an egalitarian community of artists, a consortium of creative minds brought together in the pursuit of great theatre.

Our Friends

Boston and the surrounding area is home the dozens of small, innovative theatre companies. Flat Earth is a proud member of the Small Theatre Alliance of Boston and continues to foster good relationships within the local theatre community. Below are just some of the companies operating in and around the Boston area. We encourage you to visit their websites and check up on what they're up to. If your theatre company is not listed here, drop us a line and introduce yourself; we'd love to meet and get to know your group!

Memberships