Voice Theatre, NYC & Kingston, NY - Kingston, New York

Pedro R.

This is a distinctive theatre company which stages productions in NYC and Woodstock that are always entertaining, thought-provoking and timely, with a history that includes national and international productions and a mix of classic and contemporary, cutting-edge plays. In artistic director Shauna Kanter’s very able hands, Voice Theatre’s productions invariably speak to what is happening in the world around us and keeps art alive and vital. The actors are excellent. Some of my favorite productions include Birds on a Wire (written and directed by Shauna Kanter), Our Country’s Good and All My Sons (which I thought was significantly better than the recent Broadway production). I look forward to more! An added bonus is that Voice Theatre is very community-minded, promoting educational initiatives and the work of organizations in the local community that help those in need and marginalized people.

Olivia L.

The Voice Theatre is my home away from home, producing thoughtful, timely shows that always leave audiences something to discuss for many family dinners later. Shauna and her team of theatrical magicians have created not only a wonderful physical space, but have also transitioned seamlessly into the virtual world to accommodate our communities current needs. I feel honored to have acted with the Voice Theatre. 5 stars!

Suzannah K.

Voice Theatre produces relevant and exciting theatre. It engages the current issues. My family saw the sold out run of All My Sons and Blythe Spirit.

Saw great readings over YouTube during Covid. Shauna has done great things pivoting and using new technologies to remain relevant during the pandemic.

Paul B.

As a seasoned avid theatre-goer, mainly in NYC, I have been so pleased, so inspired by the theatrical productions presented by Voice Theatre in Woodstock, NY. Beginning with Thornton Wilder's "Skin of our Teeth" in 2017, which was so relevant, such a night of theatre; to Arthur Miller's "All My Sons" in 2018, easily as professional as any off-Broadway play I've seen in NYC, a defining moment in American theatre, everyone present in the theatre spellbound, caught up in the predicament of the human condition; to Noel Coward's "Blithe Spirit" in 2019, done in the spirit of Woodstock, but with Coward's keen and satiric intelligence, the acting so good; and even Wilder's "Our Town" on Zoom this year, which held me transfixed.
In every production Artistic Director and director Shauna Kanter has created a vivid atmosphere, inspired the actors to the highest level of performance, presenting true theatrical experiences to largely sold-out audiences. I can only imagine what the next production will be!! Stay tuned!!
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Peter J. S.

As an emerging director it has been a privilege to play with a creative community such as VOICETheatre. With this group I have had several opportunities to develop my skills and even stretch my wings, particularly as an assistant director for the company's most recent production, Birds on a Wire, which was performed in NYC and Woodstock, NY (Byrdcliffe Theater). The opportunity to work on a new American play that is overwhelmingly relevant, as a young artist no less, was an extraordinary experience.

VOICETheatre is an authentic non-profit theatre organization in every positive sense. A community of dedicated artists who present quality plays for an international audience. More importantly, VOICETheatre is a growing haven for both the flourishing artists that it cultivates and the vigorous public that it incorporates.

I highly recommend any experience VOICETheatre has to offer!

Cheryl M. T.

From the vibrant staged readings to the dynamic full productions, VOICETheatre offers up consistently compelling, thoughtful, high quality theatre. BIRDS ON A WIRE at Woodstock's Byrdcliffe Theatre was both nuanced and forceful. Irene Glezos was a pure powerhouse in MASTER CLASS at Phoenicia's Festival of the Voice. Thumbs up to playwright and VOICETheatre director Shauna Kanter for bringing such treats to Upstate New York.

Alice G.

VoiceTheatre continues to mount innovative, evocative, socially relevant productions, and its talented actors and production team consistently leave the audience wanting more. Artistic director Shauna Kanter is a gifted director and playwright who has written a number of the pieces presented by this company. VoiceTheatre plays are often emotionally riveting and tackle complex political and social issues, asking the audience to re-examine their prejudices and preconceived ideas; others are light and fun and have great entertainment value. This versatile and eclectic theater company is a gem.

Jessie W. G.

I performed and took classes at the NYC location, as well as the Woodstock location during the summer. A fantastic company to work for that really cares about collaboration, creative expression, and impactful storytelling.