Theater Folx of Color (TFOC) is a supportive affinity network of people identifying as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) who work in the theater. We are artists, administrators, activists, donors, board members, consultants, educators, commercial producers, casting directors, agents, talent managers, students, technicians, critics, and journalists. Our community empowers BIPOC theater folx with information, connections, resources, and inspiration.
TFOC is moving from Facebook ⛟ –> Circle.so 💙
Our vision has outgrown what our Facebook Group can offer. Thank you to the 14K+ members who have made it such a special place over the years. Our new home on Circle.so is on a completely private, safe space where we own our data, and where we can control the experience.

Detra Payne

Winnie Lok

Hector Zavala

Ashley Lee

Phaedra Michelle Scott (Noyes)

Alexis Green

Cherie Gray-Young

Gabriela Furtado Coutinho

Malkia Stampley

Tor Campbell

dstew

Emilya Cachapero

Nelson T. Eusebio

Danielle Drakes

Lauren Turner Hines

Valerie Curtis-Newton

Gladys Perez

India Nicole Burton

Rachel Junqueira Spencer Hewitt

Latrice Young

Cherry

Tazeen Zahida

Rejinal Simon

Christine Toy Johnson

Royal Shiree

Michael J. Bobbitt

Ai Miyamoto Kelley

Daphnie Sicre

Mina Morita

Roberta Maia Pereira

Pascale Florestal

ricardo pérez dávila

Kelly Starling Lyons

SEVAN

Jacob Santos

Ariel Estrada

Savannah Ritz Villarreal

Celestina Billington

Idris Goodwin

Carmen Morgan

Erica Lauren Ortiz

Cessalee Stovall

Edward Hong

Jamie Joeyen-Waldorf

Juan Michael Porter II

Thembi Duncan

Dale Dorlin

Dina El-Aziz

Abel Marquez

Sofia Ubilla

Christina Anderson

Cristian Guerrero

Avery Willis Hoffman

Ray Gleaves

Jonathan "Yona" Olivares

Briana Bui

Alicia Margarita Olivo

Marshall Jones III

Courtney Harge

Roger Tang
Being a BIPOC in theater can be lonely. Making it work can take a toll. TFOC is a supportive affinity network of people like you. You’ll find content like submission opportunities, industry research, news and reviews, local hubs and much more in this online and in-person community.
A subscription is for you if...

TFOC is moving from Facebook ⛟ –> Circle.so 💙
You’re invited to join a thriving community built by and for theater folx of color—one that centers care, connection, and collective growth. As we move from Facebook to our new home on Circle.so, we’re creating a space that’s more intentional, secure, and aligned with our values. If you're ready to invest in yourself and our shared future, this subscription is your invitation to go deeper, build lasting relationships, and shape what comes next—together.

Our community will live on Circle.so, an all-in-one platform designed for connection, collaboration, and meaningful conversations. With an easy-to-use interface, private discussion spaces, and tools for sharing resources, events, and updates, Circle.so keeps everything in one place—so you can focus on engaging with like-minded members.
Community Spaces…
Since its founding, TFOC has been an iterative, community-driven space. We will continue evolving our content, programming, and site features to reflect the needs of our members and respond to current events.
Annual – $120
Quarterly – $40
Join Theater Folx of Color’s new space on Circle.so as a subscriber and gain full access to community spaces, our growing Resource Library, special events, and conversation hubs.
Annual – $30
Quarterly – $10
This subscription is for folx currently enrolled in school. The special discount is available with a valid student ID.
$490
This subscription comes with lifetime access to Theater Folx of Color's new site on Circle.so. It’s for those who want to support our phased expansion and help shape the community's future.
Available until December 31, 2025
We understand that cost can be a barrier for BIPOC working in our industry, and we are committed to making the new Circle.so platform accessible to as many people as possible. Applications are reviewed and scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis.
Support BIPOC theater folx in your network. If you are an ally of our community, but do not want to join the group, give the gift of a lifetime, annual or quarterly subscription to a friend or colleague.

Over the past two decades, I have worked across the theater industry as an administrator, consultant, activist, dramaturg, educator, and teaching artist. My nationwide experience as a leader in the industry has given me a unique perspective on the challenges and possibilities for BIPOC in the theater.
I created this group in 2018 because I was feeling isolated after stints at oppressive predominately white institutions like Yale. I wanted to find new ways to fellowship with BIPOC people. I knew a few others who were feeling the same way so I started this group and invited people in.
Our vision has outgrown what our Facebook Group can offer. Thank you to the 14K+ members who have made it such a special place over the years.
Our new home on Circle.so is in a completely private, safe space where we own our data, and where we can control the experience. Circle.so offers more robust privacy, customizable spaces for dialogue and resource sharing, and the ability to host workshops, gatherings, and collaborations—without the noise and surveillance of corporate social media.
I hope you will join our Circle 💙,
JP
Have questions or feedback? Reach out to me at jocelyn@tfoc.net and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.
"This group has been a source of encouragement and perspective during moments when I’ve felt uncertain about my path. Even just reading through other people’s posts, whether it’s someone celebrating a success, asking for advice, or being vulnerable about struggles, has helped me feel grounded and reminded me that I’m part of a larger community."
- Tor Campbell
Chicago
Director, Producer, Choreographer, Dramaturg, Consultant, Educator
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"It’s so important to have a network and this platform gives theater artists of color an opportunity to find what they need, who they need, and where they are safe to be, in a time when we need it the most."
- Cessalee Stovall
Seattle
Administrator, Actor, Director, Consultant, Board Member, Producer and Choreographer
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"TFOC is how I check in with our community and what is shared here is how I check in with myself. This platform is leveling up and keeping true to our values."
- Mina Morita
Washington, DC
Director and Activist
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"This platform is very exciting and so needed right now! Information is organized in a way that makes sense. I'm able to connect easily with people in my city. It's an excellent resource for any stage in your career."
- Alexis Green
Chicago
Administrator, Actor, Director and Consultant
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"I struggle with technology, but I found this site to be engaging and easy to use. I love the categories and the broad array of options."
- Royal Shiree
Virginia
Playwright
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Community is more important than ever. At this time of tremendous challenges, gathering in a safe, productive space is the antidote. Investing in community is investing in your career and joy. If you're ready to grow your work while contributing to a thriving community, we hope you'll join TFOC.
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