About us
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
We are an arts organization dedicated to developing and supporting both new and experienced playwrights who tell stories
of the African diaspora in the Americas,
as well as those from other traditionally marginalized communities.
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
To continue providing artistic,
developmental support for playwrights
rooted in the Afro-American diaspora,
and artists who are shaping the theater
of the 21st century and beyond.
Our Founders
Mission Statement
Our Founders
Billie Allen Henderson, Clayton Riley, Garland Lee Thompson, and Morgan Freeman founded our Audelco, and Obie Award-winning nonprofit in 1973 in the crucible of the American Black Arts Movement.
Help us contiue the work!
Thank you so much! Your donations help us to continue supporting playwrights, actors, and directors telling much-needed stories starting, but not ending, with the Afro-American Diaspora.
