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YOUR STORIES DIRECTLY INSPIRE NEW PLAYS! Local Listens is a community-inspired new play initiative that gathers YOU—our community—for conversations on topics of great importance. 

This year, we will explore housing in Boulder County, examining the diverse experiences and perspectives within our community. WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! 

Beginning in August 2026 we will host STORY CIRCLES throughout Boulder County and you are invited to join. STORY CIRCLES are free, open to the public, 2-hour events that include facilitated conversation, food & beverage, and the opportunity to share your personal experiences (if you wish to do so) related to housing in Boulder. No story is insignificant, and we are excited to hear from as many Boulder County-dwellers as possible. 

THEN, PLAYWRIGHTS GET TO WORK Two commissioned playwrights will use the stories they hear in STORY CIRCLES to inspire two short plays that will be presented in staged readings for your enjoyment in May 2027.

RSVP at https://www.localtheaterco.org/listenshome