Our Mission

Mission Statement

The Huntington Theatre Company engages, inspires, entertains and challenges audiences with theatrical productions that range from the classics to new works; we train and support the next generation of theatre artists; we provide arts education programs that promote life-long learning to a diverse community; and we celebrate the essential power of the theatre to illuminate our common humanity.

Founded by Boston University in 1982, and separately incorporated in 1986, the Huntington's relationship with Boston University remains our primary strategic and programmatic partnership.

Vision and Values

Our vision for the Huntington incorporates the following values:

• Excellence
  We seek to achieve the highest professional quality in a supportive working environment, and expect excellence from the artists, staff and volunteers with whom we work.
• Community Outreach
  We believe in offering programs that are inclusive, that reflect the diversity of Greater Boston, and that have meaningful impact on our community.
• Professional Training
  We are committed to the training and support of future arts professionals, with an emphasis on enhancing our partnership with Boston University.
• Leadership
  We will continue to strengthen our leadership role in the arts community of Greater Boston, and enhance our regional and national reputations.
• Innovation
  We value creativity and innovation in all aspects of our organization, including the work of our artists and the ways that we support them.
• Financial Health
  We will uphold our covenant as a not-for-profit institution by being reliable stewards of the public trust and the resources provided to us by our community.