Demaskus
WE ARE A PITTSBURGH-BASED, NATIONAL COLLECTIVE OF ARTISTS AND ARTS ADMINISTRATORS.
We produce theatrical, musical, film and educational works of the highest professional standards. Our works amplify the soulful narratives and untold stories of marginalized people, especially of the African Diaspora.
Tragedy of Othello
Fall 2025
When a woman shatters a glass ceiling what waits for her when she lands? This reimagined version of Shakespeare’s classic Tragedy of Othello explores this question and centers itself on the difficulties faced by Imani Othello...
Tragedy of Othello
Fall 2025, More details coming soon
When a woman shatters a glass ceiling what waits for her when she lands? This reimagined version of Shakespeare’s classic Tragedy of Othello explores this question and centers itself on the difficulties faced by Imani Othello...
VIEW OUR GALLERY OF PREVIOUS PRODUCTIONS
BLACK MARY
Song From
The Uproar
THE WELL
READING SERIES
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Our Work
DEMASKUS is a Black-led organization that weds passionate and soulful narratives with the highest production values. The organization values traditional theater while simultaneously pushing through traditional boundaries. We excavate what is unique and atypical, as well as elevate canonized works produced in creative ways. The collective mounts tour-ready productions, develops multicultural curricula, and often consults with churches, schools, and community groups in writing and producing new work.
Why your donation and support are so Critical
DEMASKUS is a Black-led organization that weds passionate and soulful narratives with the highest production values. The organization values traditional theater, while simultaneously pushing through traditional boundaries. We excavate what is unique and atypical, as well as elevate canonized works produced in creative.
DEMASKUSTHEATER COLLECTIVE
Creates and produces with courage. We communicate and educate through theatrical / musical productions, presentations and public gatherings, film and video, webinars, classes, and other forms of engagement.