The Provincetown Players

The Provincetown Players was an influential American theater group founded in 1915 in Provincetown, Massachusetts. They championed innovative, playwright-driven productions that focused on American stories and characters, often emphasizing naturalistic dialogue and experimental techniques. Their goal was to create a distinct American drama separate from European influences. The group helped launch the careers of notable playwrights like Eugene O’Neill, and their work laid the foundation for modern American theater. They played a key role in shaping early 20th-century theatrical expression and fostering a sense of national cultural identity through groundbreaking performances.