IDL is an artist led theatre company dedicated to the creation of new works of theatre and the development of the director's craft. Invoke Director's Lab will provide a safe, collaborative space for directors to grow and create; ultimately providing the USAmerican theatre community with expansive stories and evolved storytellers. We will accomplish this through three branches of programming: Full production, long-term workshop, and regular group gatherings focused on each director's growth through a collective and collaborative mindset.
Vision and Core Values:
Grounding the director's craft as an essential part of theatre-making
Diversity of Voice: We recognize that a plurality of perspective is essential to equitable artistic practices and culture. We are committed to holding ourselves accountable and correcting harm done.
Diversity of Form: We recognize that human experience is not only wide and varied, but rapidly changing. We are committed to pursuing artistic forms that accommodate the diversity of these experiences.
Artistic Investigation: We strive to start our creative process with questions rather than statements.
Artistic Excellence: We strive to create art of the truest and highest caliber.
Sustainability: We are committed to sustainable producing methods, because without a planet there are no artists.