Grantee Database
WAYWARD ARTIST INC
Grant Year
2023-24
Grant Program
Impact Projects
Award Amount
$21,250.00
Project Description
With the support from the California Arts Council, The Wayward Artist will launch it’s 4th Season of Wayward Voices. Wayward Voices was born in light of the murder of George Floyd and the civil unrest of Summer 2020. Wayward voices amplifies, empowers, and uplifts BIPOC artists and their experiences. Since it’s inception and supported by CAC Impact grants, the program continues to grow. In 2023, over 30 artists of color found paid professional opportunity to create their art. In 2024, we hope to expand the program once again. These funds will support BIPOC artists through paid professional opportunity, the development and administering of a BIPOC playwright’s program, and securing the rights and production costs of a BIPOC mainstage production.
Organization Summary
Core Programs and Services – The Wayward Artist
Season of Live Theatrical Performances
We produce 6–8 dynamic theatrical events each year, including full-length plays, musicals, new works, staged readings, and experimental performance art. Our productions reflect a range of genres and voices, often featuring bold reimaginings and socially relevant themes that challenge audiences and amplify underrepresented perspectives.
Internship and Mentorship Programs
We offer hands-on internship opportunities for college, high school, and university students interested in theatre arts, design, directing, and arts administration. These programs connect emerging artists with seasoned professionals, fostering growth, confidence, and a pathway into the arts workforce.
OC Theatre Guild Membership and Collaboration
As an active member of the Orange County Theatre Guild, we contribute to a county-wide effort to strengthen the local arts ecosystem through shared resources, advocacy, and collaborative programming.
Educational Outreach and Partnerships
We engage in educational outreach by partnering with local schools, colleges, and community centers to offer workshops, masterclasses, post-show discussions, and artist talkbacks. These efforts are designed to build bridges between professional theatre and community learning.
Wayward Voices: BIPOC Artist Initiative
Through our Wayward Voices program, we provide a dedicated platform for BIPOC artists to create, develop, and present new work. This initiative includes artist residencies, mentorship, and curated performances that center culturally specific narratives and empower artists to tell their own stories.
Community Engagement and Support
We are committed to being a vital cultural hub in Santa Ana and Orange County. Our events, talkbacks, fundraisers, and partnerships with local organizations foster meaningful community connections. We prioritize accessible pricing, inclusive programming, and active listening to ensure our work serves and reflects the diverse community we call home.
Organization
The Wayward Artist
Address
4915 Alton Parkway
IRVINE
92604
County
Orange
Region
South – Los Angeles & Orange
Phone
(949) 378-0706
Congressional District
District 47
State Assembly District
District 73
State Senate District
District 37
