“The stage is a magic circle where only the most real things happen, a neutral territory outside the jurisdiction of Fate where stars may be crossed with impunity. A truer and more real place does not exist in all the universe.”

— P.S. Baber, Cassie Draws the Universe

Our Story

The Oasis Theatre Company was formed in 1988 with the mission to shed new light on old perceptions. After converting a manufacturing space into its home in the East Village, The Oasis Theatre produced more than 100 plays in a 10-year span. Productions ranged from contemporary playwrights such as Thornton Wilder, Tennessee Williams, Sam Shepard and David Mamet to classical masters such as Molière, Shaw, Shakespeare, Ibsen and Chekhov.

In 1999, The Oasis Theatre relocated to Claryville, New York. The Oasis received grants to perform children’s plays and conduct workshops with several schools serving Sullivan and Ulster counties. The Oasis produced a film based upon Ring Lardner’s "The Haircut" that premiered at the 2005 DIGit Festival.  In 2016, The Oasis began to transition the theater to Santa Fe, New Mexico . . . a long journey home.

Our History

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Our Goals

Produce high-quality theatrical productions with an emphasis on the actor as storyteller, language the tool;
Provide educational programming for children and adults that explores a variety of theatrical experiences;
Celebrate the accomplishments of our community, cast, crew and volunteers;
Create value for our honored audience and supporters;
Connect with our community through participation and enrichment; and
Shed new light on old perceptions.