About
The mission of True Colors Theatre Company is to celebrate the rich tradition of Black storytelling while giving voice to bold artists of all cultures. True Colors is more than a theatre company; we are dedicated to forging new pathways to support Black creatives. Amplifying Black voices is central to our mission; the Drinking Gourd consortium commissions and premieres works by leading Black Playwrights nationwide. Through The Next Narrative Monologue CompetitionTM, we continue nurturing young talent by equipping students with the tools and mentorship to foster success. Our connectivity programming nurtures enduring partnerships with community leaders and organizations, collaborating with MARTA, the Atlanta Beltline, and Home Depot Backyard to bring impactful programming to diverse audiences.
About
The mission of True Colors Theatre Company is to celebrate the rich tradition of Black storytelling while giving voice to bold artists of all cultures. True Colors is more than a theatre company; we are dedicated to forging new pathways to support Black creatives. Amplifying Black voices is central to our mission; the Drinking Gourd consortium commissions and premieres works by leading Black Playwrights nationwide. Through The Next Narrative Monologue CompetitionTM, we continue nurturing young talent by equipping students with the tools and mentorship to foster success. Our connectivity programming nurtures enduring partnerships with community leaders and organizations, collaborating with MARTA, the Atlanta Beltline, and Home Depot Backyard to bring impactful programming to diverse audiences.

My True Colors
What about True Colors’ mission stands out to you?
Read responses from artists, board members, students and more as they tell their True Colors story and explain why they are so connected to and impacted by the True Colors mission to amplify Black voices.
Upcoming Events:
MAR
07

Blood Knot
Presented by True Colors Theatre and Theatrical Outfit
A special event starring Tom Key and Kenny Leon
March 7th: Southwest Arts Center to Celebrate True Colors Theatre’s 25th Anniversary
(915 New Hope Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30331)
March 8th: Theatrical Outfit to Celebrate TO’s 50th Anniversary
(84 Luckie St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30303)

Upcoming Events:
MAR07

Blood Knot
Presented by True Colors Theatre and Theatrical Outfit
A special event starring Tom Key and Kenny Leon
March 7th: Southwest Arts Center to Celebrate True Colors Theatre’s 25th Anniversary
(915 New Hope Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30331)
March 8th: Theatrical Outfit to Celebrate TO’s 50th Anniversary
(84 Luckie St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30303)
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