The Becoming Arts Collective and New Hazlett Theater Announce Co-Presenting Partnership Beginning 2026/27 Season
Pittsburgh, PA – Wednesday, November 26, 2025 – The Becoming Arts Collective and the New Hazlett Theater are thrilled to announce a new co-presenting partnership launching with the 2026/27 season. This collaboration marks an exciting stage of growth for the Becoming Arts Collective as they expand their reach and visibility, bringing their bold artistic vision to new audiences.
As a co-presenting partner, the New Hazlett Theater will support Becoming Arts by amplifying their work through shared space, marketing reach, and community visibility—while the artistic direction, programming, and creative decisions remain fully in the hands of the Becoming Arts Collective. This partnership reflects both organizations’ commitment to elevating emerging and transformative local voices.
The partnership will showcase three programming highlights: the Bridges and Stages 10-minute play festival and two full-length productions, all staged at the iconic New Hazlett Theater in Pittsburgh's historic North Side.
“We are overjoyed to partner with the New Hazlett Theater in this way. It’s not only an inspiring venue, but their mission aligns with our dedicated focus on bringing new and transformative voices and art to this community,” says Darrin J. Friedman, the Managing Director and Founder of The Becoming Arts Collective. “This co-presenting collaboration opens new opportunities to build meaningful connections through compelling storytelling that aligns with our mission to deliver messages that uplift and inspire hope.”
The New Hazlett Theater has long been a vital heartbeat of Pittsburgh’s vibrant cultural scene, and this bold new partnership with The Becoming Arts Collective underscores a steadfast investment in Pittsburgh's thriving arts landscape.
“We’re thrilled to support The Becoming Arts Collective as they take this next step in their evolution. The New Hazlett has long been a place where new work and new voices take shape, and this co-presenting partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to convening and uplifting Pittsburgh’s next generation of artists.” Says Melissa Cardello-Linton, the Artistic Producer of the New Hazlett Theater.
More details on the upcoming productions and programming for the 2026/27 season are coming soon! To find out more about The Becoming Arts Collective, please refer to our website at: http://thebecomingartscollective.com.
Media Contact: Darrin J. Friedman darrin@thebecomingartscollective.com
