ABOUT MONUMENTAL
Monumental Theatre Company is where bold storytelling meets fresh talent. We champion emerging artists, creating immersive, boundary-pushing experiences that captivate audiences. As an incubator for the next generation of theatre-makers, we’re redefining musical theatre while staying true to our roots—making the art form more innovative, accessible, and exciting for artists and audiences throughout the Washington, DC area.
MISSION
Monumental Theatre Company aims to be a vibrant platform for showcasing new and reimagined works through a contemporary lens, while fostering emerging talent and the next generation of theatre audiences.
VALUES
As an institution and as individuals, we strive to uphold 5 core values in all facets of our work
INNOVATION
we embrace diverse voices and perspectives, ensuring all feel represented and welcome
INCLUSIVITY
we push creative boundaries to deliver fresh, thought-provoking performances
INTEGRITY
we champion ethical practices in our operations and embrace authenticity in our art
INSPIRATION
we spark creativity, passion, and a sense of possibility in our audiences and collaborators
IMPACT
we create meaningful change through storytelling that resonates beyond the stage
Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment
Monumental strives to create and maintain a work environment that is characterized by mutual trust, creative exploration, and artistic freedom. To be truly inclusive and safe for all participants, we firmly believe that this environment must be free from all forms of intimidation, oppression, exploitation, humiliation, discrimination, and harassment.
HISTORY
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2015
Monumental Theatre Company was founded in 2015 by Beth Amann, Jimmy Mavrikes, and Michael Windsor. With the support of individual donors who shared their vision, they were able to begin producing shows in March 2015. Monumental has become a place for emerging artists to develop their talents in a supportive and creatively stimulating environment. By championing the careers of rising talent and modeling excellence in community care, our founders aimed to inspire artists and institutions to reimagine what it means to create art with integrity, respect, and imagination.
2018
Monumental received the John Aniello Award for Outstanding Emerging Theatre Company at the 2018 Helen Hayes Awards presented by Theatre Washington. Our productions and creatives have received a total of 35 nominations and awards for Outstanding Set Design (Michael Windsor & Yaritza Pacheco, tick, tick... BOOM!) and Outstanding Supporting Performer in a Musical (Molly Rumberger, Be More Chill).
2021
Monumental is committed not only to creating transformative theatrical experiences but also to setting a new standard for supportive and equitable work environments. In 2021, we adopted a groundbreaking new Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment that includes a trauma-informed complaint reporting and resolution process. This work was spearheaded by the company’s current Board Chair and DC-based attorney, Kaiya Lyons, and developed in consultation with a committee of Artistic Advisors comprised of past Monumental artists. Monumental continually evaluates the effectiveness of this groundbreaking policy each year through trainings, surveys, and vigorous enforcement.
2025
As Monumental Theatre Company enters its 10th year of operations, we are excited to think boldly and creatively about what opportunities the next decade will hold. To reach our goals, we developed a three-year Strategic Plan to build a strong foundation for our continued growth.