Oversoul Theatre Collective, Inc. (OTC) is a non-profit, professional arts and education organization with the mission of expanding and enhancing the artistic, cultural and educational narrative of our communities. We do this through the creation, and supporting the creation, development and presentation of high quality works in the performing and media arts, by, for and about Black and Native American people; and providing professional training and experiences in the arts for experienced and aspiring BIPOC artists and arts professionals. We do this through our own efforts as well as in collaboration with other community organizations, institutions, and businesses.

Oversoul Theatre Collective operates under the fiscal auspices of Song Keepers, LTD, a 501c3 non profit organization.

A scene from “THIS HOUSE” written by Mwalim and Directed by Naheem Garcia.

A past flyer from a popular touring Show offered by Oversoul Theatre Collective.

The Truly Cape Cod Jazz Cultural Theatre Project 2019, directed by Eddie Ray Johnson.

Current Programs:

  • Residency @ Gallery X - New Bedford

  • 2nd Saturday’s JAM @ Bebe’s in Onset

  • 3rd Saturday’s THUMP & SOUL SESSION @ Gallery X in New Bedford

  • Touring Plays (Various)

  • Artist Roster

  • Workshops, Residencies, & Master Classes

Artist Roster:

Oversoul Theatre Collective is largely comprised of performing artists who are actively engaged in their respective professions. We are proud to have these accomplished artists as a part of our organization.

OTC Radio Theatre Project

The OTC Radio Theatre Project is a project designed to turn plays and books written by regional writers of color into radio dramas for podcasting. The objectives of this project are:

  • To highlight the work of BIPOC dramatists and authors of the region who are otherwise ignored.

  • To provide professional experiences and opportunities for aspiring and professional BIPOC directors, actors/ voice talent, and sound designers.

  • To produce high quality media works of dramatic arts, accessible to the visually impaired and home-bound.

Workshops, Residencies & Master Classes

Oversoul Theatre Collective, Inc. (OTC) offers a variety of master classes, workshops and residencies in music, theater/ performance, and creative writing; team taught by members of our Artist Roster.

  • Master classes are 1-3 day sessions (90 minutes per session).

  • Workshops are team taught, and are 4 - 6 weeks in duration (1 or 2, 90-minute sessions per week).

  • Residencies are team taught, and are 7-14 weeks in duration (1 or 2, 90-minute sessions per week)

Oversoul Theatre Collective