CityLab today published the amazing true story of how Theatre of the Oppressed NYC purchased a $3 million space in the heart of NYC’s Theater District for just $25,000.
CityLab on Theatre of the Oppressed’s new space

CityLab today published the amazing true story of how Theatre of the Oppressed NYC purchased a $3 million space in the heart of NYC’s Theater District for just $25,000.
PKPR has amplified the voice of Theatre of the Oppressed NYC, a nonprofit that empowers marginalized communities to reenact their lived experiences through interactive theater, positioning it as a powerful force for social change and civic engagement.
We secured coverage in a wide range of outlets—including Chronicle of Philanthropy, Psychology Today, and Bloomberg—highlighting the organization’s unique model of theater as a tool for advocacy and problem-solving. High-impact visibility, including a front-page feature in Metro New York and viral video content from NowThis, established Theatre of the Oppressed NYC as a leading example of how the arts can drive both grassroots engagement and policy dialogue.
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