Perseverance Theatre’s mission is to create professional theatre by and for Alaskans. We value community engagement, cross-cultural collaboration, professional rigor, and regional voice. Perseverance Theatre was founded in 1979 by Molly Smith as a theatre by, for, and about Alaskans. PT was born in Juneau—the state’s capital and a growing community of over 32,000 that is only accessible by plane or boat. Over 40 years later, Perseverance has grown into Alaska’s largest professional theatre, serving over 17,000 artists, students, and audiences annually. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Leslie Ishii, Perseverance Theatre is producing musical, contemporary, and world premiere productions in Juneau and Anchorage.