Who We Are
Whispered.
Silenced.
Erased.
Ignored…
But not lost.
Our stories endure —
Waiting… waiting for the STAGE
to set untold stories free.
I believe in equity.
In the marrow of my being, in the quiet recesses of my soul, I believe every human being carries the divine right to live fully—to love, to create, to become. Not equally, but equitably. With resources shaped to their individual truths, with opportunities that meet them where they are and lift them to where they dream.
True democracy begins where equity lives—in the daily practice of fairness, inclusion, and justice for all.
My life has been shaped by an unwavering faith in artistry, equity, and democracy. To lead Harlem Stage, rooted in the cultural richness and unparalleled legacy of Harlem, is an honor beyond measure. But this moment—this charged, complex, and uncertain now—calls us to something deeper.
Dr. Indira Etwaroo
CEO & Artistic Director
Honoring Harlem Stage History
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OUR HARLEM STAGE TEAM
At Harlem Stage, we believe that the strength of a cultural institution lies in the diversity of voices, lived experiences, perspectives, and expertise that shape its vision and leadership. Our commitment to set untold stories free begins with ensuring that the people guiding our work - our staff and Board of Directors - reflect the richness of the communities we serve, the artists we champion, and the world we aspire to create.
Our Team
Acey Anderson
Director of Facilities
Lamont Askins
Senior Manager of Operations & IT
David Barrett
Stagehand, IATSE
Jelani Buckner
Director of Business Administration
Katie Burke
Creative Designer with Burke Designs
Devin Cameron
Lighting Designer
Dr. Shirleena Celestine
Chief People & Impact Officer
Bethany Cintron
Associate Director of Education & Administration
Patricia Cruz
Artistic Director & CEO Emeritus
Pedro Cruceta
Facilities Manager
Zenzele Daniels
Producer
Dr. Indira Etwaroo
CEO & Artistic Director
Denzel Fields
Associate Director of Programming & Partnerships
Nina Flowers
PR Lead with Flowers PR
Julianna Friedman
Associate Director of Development
Asili Johnson
Associate Director of Public Relations & Institutional Strategy
Dwight Johnson
Executive Gala Consultant of Dwight Johnson Designs
Deniz Kofteci
Digital Media Lead
Sabine LaFortune
Vice President of Programming & Production
Jordan Morales
Manager of Merch & Operations
Jorge Rosario
Costume Designer & Wardrobe Supervisor
Divinity Roxx
Associate Artistic Director
Calvin Royal III
Associate Artistic Director
Martha Samuel
Director of Finance
Clarence Taylor
Shop Steward, IATSE
Donna Walker-Kuhne
Executive Consultant, Walker International Communications
Our Board
Courtney Lee Mitchell
President
Mark Thomas
Vice President
Larry McRae
Treasurer and Chair, Finance and Audit Committee
Michael A. Young
Secretary
Angela Glover Blackwell
Chair, Development Committee
JoAnn K. Chase
In Memoriam
Blair Washington
Chair, Nominating & Governance Committee
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Inaugural Advisory Circle
Denise Young, Inaugural Chair
Karen Brooks Hopkins
Kenny Leon
Wendell Pierce
Tamara Tunie
Voza Rivers
Our Venue
Harlem Stage’s historic Gatehouse, designed by architect Frederick S. Cook, is nestled alongside The City College of New York, Aaron Davis Hall, and A. Philip Randolph High School, standing as a cultural beacon on the vibrant corner of 135th Street and Convent Avenue and welcoming New Yorkers from all walks of life. Once a vital part of the Croton Aqueduct system—a remarkable 19th-century engineering feat, constructed between 1884–1890 to provide fresh water to the city starting in 1890—this West Harlem landmark reflects the city’s rich legacy. Its Romanesque Revival architecture showcases both its grandeur and timeless beauty.
How to Visit Harlem Stage
Located in the heart of Harlem on the cultural corner of 135th Street and Convent Avenue next to The City College of New York, the Harlem Stage Gatehouse is easily accessible by subway, bus, car, bike, or on foot.