Our Background
The Ensemble Studio Theatre is a not-for-profit developmental theatre founded by Curt Dempster and a loose-knit group of fellow theater artists during a fertile period Off Broadway between 1968 and 1972.
Going Green
As an active and responsible member of our community, EST is committed to embracing green business practices and achieving the highest level of environmental sustainability. What We Do Now We use only recycled paper products in our office and bathrooms. [...]
Partnerships
Local Businesses Theaters in the US generate billions of dollars for their local economies. In fact, the average theatergoer spends $22.87 at restaurants, bars and parking garages in addition to the price of their ticket (learn more). A successful partnership [...]
Make a Contribution
Support the Next Hand to God. Support EST. Over 80% of EST’s programming is made possible by contributions from supporters like you. You can help! By supporting EST, you are supporting exceptional artists and helping to expand the American canon [...]
Mission Statement
The Ensemble Studio Theatre was founded in the belief that extraordinary support yields extraordinary work. We are a dynamic and expanding family of member artists committed to the discovery and nurturing of new voices and the continued support and growth [...]