Two River Theater Company

Two River Theater is a renowned cultural institution located in Red Bank, New Jersey, dedicated to producing a diverse theatrical season that encompasses American and world classics, innovative new plays and musicals, and programs for young audiences. Founded in 1994 by Joan and Robert Rechnitz, the theater has established itself as a thriving home for adventurous theater artists and audiences alike. With a mission to create great American theater by developing and producing works that illuminate the human spirit, Two River Theater strives to be a theater whose contributions are recognized in the canon of world theater and serve as a vital cultural resource for the community. The theater's vision is complemented by core values that emphasize artistic excellence, education and community engagement, equity, diversity and inclusion, and operational excellence. Two River Theater is recognized for its commitment to artistic development, having built a robust initiative to foster a pipeline of new plays and to produce original work by some of the country's leading theater artists. Notable productions include the premiere of "Be More Chill" by Joe Iconis and Joe Tracz, which went on to Broadway, and "Hurricane Diane" by Playwright-in-Residence Madeleine George, which won an Obie Award for its Off-Broadway run. The theater's educational and community engagement programs serve thousands of students and community members, offering artist residencies, workshops, readings, and an annual Cabaret of New Songs for the Musical Theater in association with NYU’s Graduate Musical Theatre Writing program. In 2020, Two River Theater expanded its commitment to nurturing new works with the opening of its three-story Center for New Work, Education and Design. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Justin Waldman and Managing Director Nora DeVeau-Rosen, Two River Theater continues to be a beacon of artistic innovation and community involvement. The theater is governed by a Board of Trustees, led by President Hon. Edward J. McKenna, Jr., and supported by an Artist Advisory Board that includes notable figures such as Joel Grey and Ruben Santiago-Hudson. Two River Theater is housed in a state-of-the-art facility that includes two theaters and a majestic lobby, and it offers a range of amenities such as a private VIP lounge, bar, and concessions. The theater also provides opportunities for community engagement through ticket donations to local non-profit organizations and reaches over 35,000 local patrons through its performances. As Two River Theater celebrates its 30th anniversary season in 2023/24, it continues to pave the way for artistic excellence and community connection, making it a cherished destination for theatergoers and a significant contributor to the cultural landscape of New Jersey.