Brooklyn, United States
St. Ann's Warehouse is an influential player in the global cultural landscape, welcoming international companies, the American avant-garde, and talented emerging artists. With a versatile performance space and collaborative producing ethos, it brings imaginative theater to America’s shores. Initially a public use program to preserve the landmark Church of St Ann and the Holy Trinity, it became a hub for contemporary, classical, and multi-artist tribute concerts. In 2000, it resettled in DUMBO, introducing revered international work to American audiences. In 2015, a permanent home was built in Brooklyn Bridge Park, housing the spectacular Joseph S. and Diane H. Steinberg Theater, a developmental Studio, and The Max Family Garden.
St. Ann’s Warehouse has contributed significantly to the development of DUMBO and the Brooklyn waterfront through preservation and adaptive re-use. It has hosted trailblazers and introduced renowned international artists, having a significant impact on American theater. The recent investments from Bloomberg Philanthropies underline the recognition and support the organization enjoys. Its ability to evolve and confront global crises through productions like Daniel Fish’s Oklahoma! and Good Chance Theatre’s The Jungle has garnered awards and notoriety, highlighting its relevance in addressing contemporary challenges.
Founded in 1979 and headquartered in the United States, St. Ann’s Warehouse continues to celebrate its itinerant past while embracing the future with a sense of sacred mission. Its focus on Entertainment and Music industries, along with the recent Grant investment at 14 July 2021, indicates potential for growth and innovation in the cultural sphere.
