About Magenta Theater
Magenta Theater is a non-profit community theater located in the heart of the downtown arts district of Vancouver, Washington. We are committed to bringing quality performances to the stage including comedies, mysteries, dramas, and musicals.
In addition to our main stage season, Magenta also encourages creativity through its improv team (MIT), staged readings (Black Chair Projects), and inspires young minds with our shows performed for young audiences (MagenTOTS). Magenta promotes education through classes and workshops. We also open our stage to host a variety of local performance groups.
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Magenta Theater is a 501 (c)(3) charitable organization, recognized by the IRS, and dedicated to giving back to our community through service projects and community involvement. You pay no fee to be a part of Magenta Theater!
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Volunteers play a huge part in Magenta’s success. Besides the obvious need for actors, an extensive behind-the-scenes crew is required for each show. Opportunities are available in the following areas: assistant director, stage management, stagehands, lights and sound technicians, makeup, costumes, props, set design, set construction, house management, ushering, concessions, publicity and clean-up crew. Click here to learn more about volunteering at Magenta.
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Mission, Vision & Values
In 2025, the Mission-Vision-Values Committee at Magenta formed and updated the mission, vision, and values statements for the organization based on community feedback. This community-driven effort resulted in the following:
Mission
We are a performing arts center where people connect through shared stories, artistic expression, and community-building.
Vision
To be a vibrant, trusted home for live performance in Vancouver, where creativity thrives, diverse voices are celebrated, and our shared experience strengthens relationships.
Values:
Deep Community Roots
Grounded in our local community, we serve as a gathering place for artists and audiences, offering stability, collaboration, and lasting cultural impact.
Embrace Creative Challenges
We keep our work fresh and relevant while staying true to our values.
Inclusion is Purposeful
We actively create space where people of all backgrounds and experiences can belong, contribute, and thrive.
Live Performance Builds Connection
We believe in the unique power of live performance to inspire empathy, spark imagination, and bring people together in real time.
Opportunity At All Levels
We provide entry points for people of all skill levels to engage in theater, fostering growth, leadership, and creative exploration.
Playfulness is Vital
Joy is essential to our process, fueling creativity and the magic of live performance.