For The Culture


Our Core Values compel us to inspire deeper understanding, welcome learning and growth, celebrate community and live our values.

Through our For The Culture Series, we seek to bridge the gap between the world we know and the world we’re actively striving to build—where we harness the power of theatre to deepen human connections by learning and growing from the lived experiences of each other; connect through art, shared customs, traditions and heritage(s); and where we amplify artists and work by traditionally underrepresented groups or individuals, creating access to the Workshop for historically marginalized communities in order to build and sustain authentic relationships with our fellow community members and theatergoers.

For the Culture: Wild Rose

DEC 1: Pizza & People

Tuesday, December 1st
5 – 6:30 PM
Location: La Vera Pizza (67 2nd Ave)

Come grab a slice and mingle with fellow artists, neighbors, and collaborators to celebrate the work and impact we’ve made as a community. The first 30 people will get a free slice on New York Theatre Workshop. First come, first serve!

Let us know if you’re coming here!

DEC 2: Networking Night

Wednesday, December 2nd
5 – 6:30 PM
Location: Scratcher (209 E 5th St)

Before the performance, join us for an informal networking gathering for dreamers, makers, and collaborators to meet, share their work, and build new relationships in a welcoming and creative environment. Whether you’re an actor, musician, playwright, producer, teaching artist, or simply passionate about the arts, all are welcome to stay, mingle, and connect. 

Secure your spot here!

DEC 2: AfterWords: Dreams, Survival, and the Emerging Artist

Wednesday, December 2nd
Post-show, moderated by: Pscacoya Guinn
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)

Featuring Underground Skills Exchange and the Freelancers Union, this talkback explores the emotional and practical journey of building a creative life in New York City. This conversation invites audiences into a communal reflection on ambition, sacrifice, and the courage it takes to keep going. 

DEC 3: AfterWords: Designing the World of Wild Rose

Thursday, December 3rd
Post-show
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)

Following the show, join us for a conversation with the design team that delves into the vision and creative choices that shape Wild Rose‘s setting, atmosphere, and visual storytelling.

DEC 6: Wild Rose Dance Party (Community Day)

Sunday, December 6th
4:30 – 6:30 PM
Location: Wild Horses (327 Bowery)

Featuring a beginner-friendly two-step dance class and community gathering, this event invites audiences to dance, connect, and celebrate themes at the heart of Wild Rose.

Get on the list here!

DEC 8: AfterWords: Origins and Evolution of Country Music

Tuesday, December 8th
Post-show, moderated by: Dylin Taylor
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)

A lecture sharing the cultural history, music theory, and evolution of Country Music in the United States. This conversation will explore how the development of the US shaped this musical genre, as well as the cultural inspirations it came from and its cultural impact today.

DEC 9: AfterWords: Artistic Process of Wild Rose

Wednesday, December 9th
Post-show
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)

A discussion with the playwright, director, and members of the creative team that provides an inside look into the artistic process of Wild Rose. 

DEC 10: Open Salon

Thursday, December 10th
Post-show, 8:30 – 10 PM
Location: 70 E 4th Street

This open salon invites both emerging and established artists to share original work in an intimate community gathering. Through songs, monologues, poetry, storytelling, and more, artists across disciplines are invited to connect through honest and personal expression.

Let us know if you’ll join us here!

If you’d like to perform, please sign up here.

DEC 16: AfterWords: Art, Ambition, and Resilience

Wednesday, December 16th
Post-show, moderated by: Psacoya Guinn
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)

Centered on the ambition and perseverance of artists pursuing their dreams in the face of life’s challenges, this talkback reflects on the sacrifices, resilience, and hope required to build a creative life while navigating circumstances such as single parenthood, incarceration, and other significant setbacks. Together, the conversation invites audiences to consider how art, community, and support systems can create space for possibility, self-discovery, and new beginnings.

JAN 5: ShopTalk

Tuesday, January 5th
Post-Show, moderated by: Dylin Taylor
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)

Join us for an informal, “book club” style discussion with fellow audience members, facilitated by an NYTW staff member.