An overview of Yellow Earth Theatre
- Produces theatrically bold new work or new adaptations by writers
- Offers directors the time, space and facilities to work as they wish on projects that they are passionate about
- Facilitates the creation of high quality work by offering as much artistic and administrative support as possible to artists
- Raises the profile of the artists and, by extension, the company, by ensuring that the work is seen nationally as well as in London
What- To produce quality British East Asian (BEA) theatre
- To innovate, whether it be classic or contemporary work
- To educate the public about BEA theatre, particularly children and young people
- To promote internationalism and cultural exchange, particularly between British and East Asian artists
Why- To raise the profile of BEA theatre, and break the glass ceiling of cultural “invisibility” in the UK
- To challenge prejudice and stereotyping, and create more opportunities for BEA artists to express themselves fully
- To integrate and “normalise” BEA theatre into mainstream British cultural life
How- To tour to the widest possible audiences, whether nationally or internationally
- To target the BEA sector, particularly children and young people, and encourage participation, access and new audiences
- To encourage emerging artists and develop the next generation of BEA theatre-makers
- To be inclusive and celebrate diversity in all its variety
