Our Commitment
At The Legacy Theatre, we believe our theatre should be a place of creativity, connection, dignity, belonging, and joy. We are committed to maintaining an environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and safe for all participants, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, body type, neurodiversity, or any other protected or marginalized identity.
We recognize that community theatre brings together individuals from diverse lived experiences and backgrounds. We believe that artistic excellence thrives in environments grounded in mutual respect, accountability, and inclusion.
Discrimination, racism, harassment, intimidation, bullying, retaliation, or exclusionary behavior of any kind will not be tolerated.
Anti-Racism Statement
The Legacy Theatre is committed to actively opposing racism in all forms, including overt acts of prejudice, systemic inequities, implicit bias, exclusionary practices, tokenism, and discriminatory behavior.
We affirm that:
- Racism has no place in our theatre community.
- Representation, equity, and access matter both onstage and off.
- Every participant deserves to feel respected, heard, and valued.
- Casting, hiring, volunteer opportunities, education, and participation will be approached fairly and equitably.
- We have a responsibility to listen, learn, and improve our practices over time.
- Anti-racism is not merely the absence of discriminatory behavior; it requires intentional effort to foster inclusion, respect, and equitable opportunity.
Members of our organization are expected to contribute to an environment free from racial hostility, stereotyping, offensive language, microaggressions, exclusion, or discriminatory conduct.
Anti-Harassment Policy
Prohibited Conduct
Harassment or bullying of any kind is strictly prohibited and may occur in person, online, during rehearsals, performances, auditions, meetings, social events, educational programs, travel, or through electronic communication.
Harassment includes, but is not limited to:
Discriminatory Harassment
Conduct targeting a person based on race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other protected characteristics.
Examples include:
- Racial slurs or derogatory language
- Offensive jokes, stereotypes, or comments
- Mocking accents, cultural traditions, identities, or appearances
- Excluding individuals based on identity
- Displaying offensive symbols or materials
- Repeated unwanted comments regarding identity or background
Sexual Harassment
- Unwelcome sexual conduct, including: Sexual comments, jokes, or innuendo
- Unwanted touching or physical contact
- Persistent romantic or sexual advances
- Requests for sexual favors
- Sharing inappropriate images or messages
- Creating an intimidating or hostile environment
Bullying & Intimidation – Behavior intended to demean, humiliate, intimidate, or isolate others, including:
- Verbal abuse
- Public humiliation
- Repeated hostile criticism
- Threatening behavior
- Deliberate exclusion or retaliation
- Abuse of authority by directors, leadership, staff, or peers
Online Misconduct
- Harassment through texts, email, social media, group chats, or digital communication connected to theatre activities is also prohibited.
Expectations of Conduct
All individuals participating in programs and activities at The Legacy Theatre – including actors, musicians, directors, staff, volunteers, board members, designers, technicians, choreographers, contractors, and patrons – are expected to:
- Treat others with dignity and respect.
- Foster an inclusive and collaborative environment.
- Communicate professionally and constructively.
- Respect personal boundaries and consent.
- Address disagreements respectfully.
- Help maintain a culture of safety and belonging.
Reporting Concerns
Any individual who experiences or witnesses racism, harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate conduct is encouraged to report concerns promptly.
Reports may be made to:
- The Executive Director
- Production Director
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Designated Safety or Inclusion Representative
Reports may be verbal or written and will be treated as confidentially as reasonably possible.
No person will be retaliated against for making a good-faith report or participating in an investigation.
Investigation & Accountability
All complaints will be reviewed promptly, fairly, and respectfully.
Depending on the circumstances, responses may include:
- Informal conflict resolution
- Education or coaching
- Verbal or written warnings
- Removal from a production
- Suspension of volunteer participation
- Termination of organizational involvement
- Restriction from theatre property or events
- Involvement of law enforcement authorities
The theatre reserves the right to take immediate action when safety or wellbeing is at risk.
Artistic Content & Respectful Storytelling
We acknowledge that theatrical works may explore difficult themes, historical prejudice, discrimination, or culturally sensitive material.
When productions contain challenging subject matter, The Legacy Theatre commits to approaching such material thoughtfully, contextually, and respectfully. Harmful language or behavior required by a script does not excuse offstage misconduct.
Shared Responsibility
Creating a respectful theatre environment is everyone’s responsibility.
We ask that every member of our theatre community help cultivate a culture where all people feel welcome, respected,
creatively empowered, and safe to participate.
By participating in activities at The Legacy Theatre, individuals agree to uphold the standards outlined in this policy.