Annex Theatre

Fueling Bold New Work for Seattle’s Fringe Arts Scene

At Annex Theatre, we believe in the power of bold new work—those that challenge, ignite, and transform. For over nearly 40 years, we’ve been Seattle’s home for avant-garde, experimental performances, where the weird, the wild, and the queer come together to create art that defies expectations. Our stage is a space where creativity is pushed to its limits, and where every production is a chance to break new ground.

Our black box stage has launched countless new voices and visions, but behind the scenes, the space that supports this magic is showing some wear and tear. With your help, we’re ready to give our theater the upgrade it needs to support the next generation of artistic rebellion.

Give Now and Double Your Impact!

Thanks to a generous supporter, every donation will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $2,000. That means your gift goes twice as far to fund repairs, replacements, and refreshes that keep our space safe, creative, and ready for the next season of bold new work.

Why Your Support Matters

When you donate to Annex Theatre, you’re directly helping us maintain a place for artists to experiment, create, and take risks. Here’s how your contribution ensures we can continue to make magic:

Pushing Artistic Boundaries

Your gift allows us to upgrade our tech and infrastructure, ensuring our productions—from experimental plays to immersive performances—are supported by the best tools available. We need a new soundboard, electrical cables, projectors, and much more to keep the art coming.

Maintaining a Safe, Welcoming Space

Annex Theatre is a home for artists and audiences alike. Your donation ensures that our space remains available to artists, safe, and ready to host the innovative performances that define us. From lobby repairs to backstage upgrades, your contribution keeps our doors open to all.

Supporting Emerging Artists

At Annex, we amplify the voices of emerging artists, especially those from the queer, BIPOC, and experimental communities. Your gift supports our artist-driven mission and provides opportunities for young creators to develop, present, and share their bold new work with the world.

Creating Community Connections

Annex Theatre isn’t just a venue—it’s a community. Your donation helps us continue to foster connections between artists and audiences, pushing for deep, thoughtful dialogue that extends beyond the stage. It also supports our commitment to open access to artists and audiences, ensuring that no one is left behind.

Help Us Continue to Create the Future of Theatre

Your donation helps us address immediate needs—everything from replacing our worn-out tech equipment to upgrading the infrastructure that supports our performances. Whether it's new cables for our lighting systems, new microphones for our streamed and recorded performances, or essential repairs, every dollar you give goes directly toward maintaining the space where bold new work come to life.

How Your Donation Powers Bold New Work:

• $50 provides essential office supplies to keep our operations running smoothly.
• $100 upgrades our lighting and sound systems, ensuring our tech can support the bold productions we’re known for.
• $250 supports essential repairs to our theater space, including lobby and backstage improvements.
• $500 helps replace crucial equipment like projectors, lighting instruments, and computers—directly enhancing the quality of our performances.

Thank You for Supporting Annex Theatre

At Annex Theatre, we don’t just perform plays—we create worlds, tell untold stories, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in live theater. With your help, we can continue to make Seattle a hub for experimental, queer, and boundary-breaking theater.