We are a registered 501(c)(3) Nonprofit community theater incorporated in the State of Indiana, and active in the local Indianapolis area.
Being the first of its kind in the United States, our Islamic community theater strives to provide an accommodating and inclusive place for its Muslim actors and theatre enthusiasts. This theater serves the Muslim communities of central Indiana through the art of theatrical performance curated under Islamic values and traditions. Aside from seasonal productions, LITC hosts Muslim acting competitions, improv nights, cultural events, and group field trips.
Our mission is simple: We provide a space for young Muslims to express themselves artistically and provide halal Islamic entertainment to Muslim communities. Our values are based upon the need to provide religious accommodations, and a halal environment, for Muslims actors and artists who wish to practice their thespian and performance craft. Unfortunately, the world of secular theatre has become almost hostile for Muslim actors to express themselves Islamically in professional and community productions; this is why Lantern Islamic Theater’s services are important.
Muslim actors can perform their deen (religion) without compromising it.
Our theatrical productions are mostly original content, with a few being adaptions of famous stories in the public domain. Our stories are about Muslims, their relationship to each other, their practice of Islam in this world, and their faith to Allah (SWT). Portraying captivating Muslim characters and positive representation is a prominent feature of our scriptwriting and performances. We are intentional on creating a vibrant and collaborative atmosphere for both our Muslim actors, volunteer team, and the Muslim and Non-Muslim audiences we proudly serve.
LITC’s actors also intends to perform at local theatre festivals, competitions, and Islamic conventions. We believe Islamic theatre should not be limited to the borders of Indiana, and communities across the country who share an appreciation for theatre deserve to experience live Islamic stories on stage by experienced actors of all ages.
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