Motus Theater

Overview:

Motus Theater creates transformative storytelling that builds bridges, fosters dialogue, and reminds us of our shared humanity. At a time when many in our communities face dehumanizing rhetoric and policies, our work is more essential than ever. 

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Communities storytelling for impact -- whether LGBTQIA+, immigrants, or people impacted by the criminal legal system -- have made incredible strides with the help of allies, families, and courageous advocates. But there's still much work to do. 

At Motus Theater, our secret power is the contagious courage spread through Motus’ civic love stories that uplift the humanity of those on the front lines of violence. We spotlight, center stage as protagonists in the American drama, the people who are dehumanized to justify aggressive and inhumane policies – because seeing someone’s humanity and understanding their story changes hearts and minds. Through powerful storytelling, Motus’ work fosters dialogue and inspires action.

Every contribution helps us bring transformative stories to the stage and into the hearts of audiences. Whether you can give $15 or $150 (or more), your generosity is greatly appreciated. 

Thank you! 

WHY SUPPORT MOTUS THEATER THIS GIVING SEASON?

Amplify Courageous Voices. Motus spotlights civic love stories from leaders on the frontlines of oppression -- undocumented immigrants, transgender and gender-expansive people, and people impacted by the criminal legal system -- transforming their personal stories into art that inspires dialogue, understanding and action.  Your generosity brings community connection through 44 programs reaching almost 17,000 yearly attendees, and engaging 38 monologists and playback actors, musicians, poets, and visual artists who share their stories and talents on stage, galleries, and museums. 

Change Narratives, Change Lives. Studies show that hearing personal stories helps dismantle prejudice. This year, Motus presented 14 TRANSformative Stories performances, including one at the Colorado State Capitol for International Transgender Day of Visibility. With your support, we'll take these stories on tour, reaching even more hearts and minds.

Healing Through Art. In a divided and challenging time, Motus Theater serves as a refuge and a catalyst for civic courage. Our 2025 autobiographical monologue projects include stories from parents of transgender youth and 'Youth Behind and Beyond Bars" JustUs monologues, which shed light on the experiences of those incarcerated in adult prisons as children. 

Your Impact Is Doubled - Developing Stories is Not Enough, Help Us Distribute These Stories Far & Wide! Help us raise $50,000 by Colorado Gives Day (Tuesday, Dec. 10) to match seed funding we've secured to develop and tour autobiographical monologues with parents of gender-diverse children. 

Make Your Gift Today 

Help us reach our overall goal of $150,000 by December 31st and ensure that these life-changing stories continue to inspire and transform communities in Colorado and beyond: $50,000 through CO Gives Day and $100,000 through December 31st, 2024.  

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Together, we can create a brighter, more just future where everyone's humanity is recognized and celebrated. 

Your generosity brings courage, love, and light to our communities. Thank you for standing with us.