American Stage Theatre operates as a 501-(C)3, and has been providing live theatrical performances as a professional regional equity theatre in the heart of St. Petersburg, Florida, since 1977. American Stage’s mission is to reinforce the power of live theatre with high quality productions that excite and challenge a diverse audience. Our year-round programming seeks to realize this through our Mainstage season, Spotlight Series, 21st Century Voices: New Play Festival, American Stage in the Park and Improv. American Stage Education’s offerings include award-winning Teaching Artist Outreach focused on bringing theatrical arts experiences to underserved populations, helping them to excel onstage & beyond.

We believe that through the telling of dynamic stories, live theatre has the power to unite us in our shared experiences and to deepen our connection to one another through the illumination of diverse perspectives. American Stage artists and stakeholders are responsible for helping a small theatre touring company blossom into a thriving world-class professional theatre providing nearly 70,000 Tampa Bay residents and tourists with accessible, relevant art and arts education annually. 

Performing Arts

American Stage Theatre Company

Cathy P. Swanson

Ashley White

Pamela Arbisi

Randi J. Norman

Thad Engle

Grace Smith

Natalia Cruz

Adrian Roberts

Will Hough

Timon Brown

Dexter Fabian

Helen R. Murray

José Avilés

Alexandria Blaha

Chris Strong

Gina Clement

Joe Weldon

Alistair Flynn

Joel B. Giles

Production and Operations Team

Arts and Education Team

Administrative and Financial Operations

Leadership Team

Marketing and Communications

Teams at American Stage Theatre Company

Production and Operations Team

Arts and Education Team

Administrative and Financial Operations

Leadership Team

Marketing and Communications