The Phoenix theatre landscape expands today with the official launch of Rebel Phoenix Theatre Collective, a new project-based company dedicated to producing powerful, inclusive, and socially resonant work.
Led by Artistic Director Nat Coe (they/them), the company is rooted in a mission to amplify underrepresented voices and uplift stories often left out of mainstream stages—particularly those of Black, queer, and marginalized communities. As part of that mission, Rebel Phoenix is committed to producing only plays written within the last 20 years, maintaining a rolling deadline to keep the work fresh, relevant, and resonant.
“Rebel Phoenix was born out of urgency and purpose,” says Coe. “We’re not waiting for permission to tell the stories that matter. This is about community, equity, and art that challenges, heals, and inspires.”
Joining Coe are Payten Christopher McLeod (Assistant Artistic Director), Savannah Inez (Board President), and Alexandra Kallis (Director of Operations), forming a leadership team with strong ties to Phoenix’s arts and social justice communities.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Rebel Phoenix Theatre Collective is a Phoenix-based, project-driven company focused on producing work that reflects the diverse, intersectional realities of its community. With a commitment to collaboration, accessibility, and disruption of outdated theatrical norms, the company aims to build a space where artists and audiences alike can engage with meaningful, transformative storytelling.
While currently operating without a permanent venue, the company is partnering with stages and organizations across the Valley and is working toward securing a residency in Fall 2025.
UPCOMING MILESTONES
● Social Media Season Tease Campaign – Begins May 2025
● Full Season Announcement – June 2025
● Cabaret Fundraiser Event – August 2025
o Two performances, a curated silent auction, and opportunities to connectdirectly with the artists behind the work
Information about auditions, volunteer opportunities, and partnerships will be released
throughout the spring and summer.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED
Members of the public are invited to join the movement:
● Visit our website (Coming soon): www.rebelphxtheatre.com
● Follow: @rebelphxtheatre on Instagram and Facebook
● Email: info@rebelphxtheatre.com
● Support: Make a donation, attend events, or volunteer
● Engage: Share the mission and spread the word—because this collective is built
for and by its community
WITH GRATITUDE TO OUR FOUNDERS CLUB
The launch of Rebel Phoenix Theatre Collective was made possible through the early support of its Founders Club, a community of donors whose belief in this vision laid the groundwork for its first season.
Founders Club (Alphabetical by Last Name):
Dana & Scott Berchman, Mason Berchman, Dr. Mindi & Anthony D’Elia, Maureen Dias Watson, Nicholas Gearing, Andrea Hough, May Hughes, Christian Johannsen, Diane Katz, The Kallis Family, Elizabeth & David Kirkland, Casey & Stephanie Likes, Piper & Tatum Lorentz, Veronica & Olmary Lopez, Zach Lundquest, Ryan Malikowski, Ron May, Peyton Parks, Emily & Riley Phillips, Carol Rice, The Roalofs Family, Joy & Jonathan Schaeler, The Scales Family, Monica Sampson, Xilan Squire, Roger & Jennifer Wood, Bennet Wood.
WHY THIS COMPANY MATTERS
Rebel Phoenix arrives at a critical cultural moment. As the national conversation around equity and representation continues to evolve, Rebel Phoenix answers with action—centered on the belief that theater can and should be a platform for both joyand justice.
“We believe storytelling can shift hearts, challenge systems, and forge community,” says
the leadership team. “Rebel Phoenix isn’t just a company. It’s a movement.”
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