Open Circle Theatre, Inc.
Lisa Sniderman currently serves as an Artist in Residence at Open Circle Theatre, Inc. since January 2023 and holds the position of Secretary at RAMPD, an organization focused on amplifying Disability Culture and advocating for accessibility in the music industry since September 2022. As the Owner of Aoede since November 2006, Lisa is an artist, playwright, and advocate for disabled artists. Additional artistic endeavors include work as an artist with Independent Distribution Collective and previous roles with My Record Label. Prior to their arts career, Lisa worked as an Environmental Scientist for the California Coastal Commission from 1999 to 2009, concentrating on nonpoint source water pollution and leading various water quality initiatives. Education includes studies at the University of California, Santa Cruz from 1992 to 1994, complemented by musical training at Blue Bear School of Music.
Open Circle Theatre, Inc.
Open Circle Theatre produces high-quality, inventive theatre productions that provide opportunities for professional theatre artists with and without disabilities. Consequently, a space is established in the DC metro theatre community that: Exposes the work of artists and arts administrators with disabilities in an integrated setting and celebrates the innovative artistic aesthetic that can be generated by embracing these theatre professionals Creates an environment that is accessible to all — from the most mainstream theatre goer to those with auditory, visual or intellectual disabilities — and strives to provide an equivalent experience for every member of a diverse audience Uses the performing arts to make education and learning inclusive for all students and all types of learners Mentors the development of professional artists with disabilities