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Snowflake NHB: Modern Plays, Arts at the Old Fire Station

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Snowflake NHB is a modern theatre company based in the Old Fire Station in Snowflake, Arizona. The company produces a variety of plays, from new works to classics, with a focus on social justice and community engagement.

Snowflake (NHB Modern Plays) (Arts at the Old Fire Station)

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Snowflake NHB was founded in 2015 by a group of theatre artists who were passionate about creating a space for modern theatre in Snowflake. The company's first production was a staged reading of The Laramie Project, a play about the 1998 murder of Matthew Shepard. The play was a success, and helped to raise awareness of hate crimes in the community.

Since then, Snowflake NHB has produced a number of other successful productions, including The Glass Menagerie, A Raisin in the Sun, and The Aliens. The company has also hosted a number of workshops and events, including a playwriting workshop for young people and a discussion series on social justice issues.

Snowflake NHB is committed to making theatre that is relevant and accessible to the community. The company's productions are often free or low-cost, and the company works to make sure that its performances are accessible to people with disabilities. Snowflake NHB also offers a variety of educational programs, including workshops and classes for young people and adults.

Snowflake NHB's Current Season

Snowflake NHB's current season includes the following productions:

The Aliens by Annie Baker (September 20-28, 2023)
The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams (November 1-10, 2023)
A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry (February 7-16, 2024)

Snowflake NHB's Education Programs

Snowflake NHB offers a variety of educational programs, including:

Playwriting Workshop for Young People: This workshop is designed to help young people develop their playwriting skills. Students will learn how to create characters, write dialogue, and structure a play.
Acting Class for Adults: This class is designed to help adults develop their acting skills. Students will learn how to read a script, develop a character, and connect with their fellow actors.
Discussion Series on Social Justice Issues: This series of discussions is designed to help people learn about and discuss social justice issues. Topics will include racism, sexism, homophobia, and transphobia.

How to Get Involved with Snowflake NHB

There are a number of ways to get involved with Snowflake NHB. You can:

Attend a performance
Donate to the company
Volunteer your time
Join the company's email list
Follow the company on social media

Snowflake NHB's Mission

Snowflake NHB's mission is to create theatre that is relevant, accessible, and transformative. The company believes that theatre can be a powerful force for social change, and is committed to using its platform to raise awareness of important issues and to promote understanding and compassion.

Snowflake NHB is a vital part of the Snowflake community. The company's productions, workshops, and events provide opportunities for people of all ages to experience the power of theatre. Snowflake NHB is committed to making theatre that is both entertaining and challenging, and that helps to make the world a better place.