LITTLE ENGINE THEATER is a non-profit 501(c)(3), on a mission to produce compelling international plays, in unique and unconventional spaces in NYC.

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WHO WE ARE

LITTLE ENGINE THEATER (LET) is a theater production company founded by Elena Rusconi (Italy), Theodora Miranne (England), and Lilly Englert (both), who met at The Stella Adler Studio over a decade ago.

In 2024, LET was born.

MISSION STATEMENT

FAQs

We transform unconventional spaces into stages, creating an intimate experience for the audience. We aim to establish an artistic home where creativity flourishes and different cultures are given a platform, representing the unique diversity of New York City.  

‘The Little Engine That Could’ is a  childrens book that teaches the value in believing in yourself and helping those in need when others pass them by. We loved this message of hope, strength and perseverance.

Also..

L (Lilly) E (Elena) T (Theodora)

LET's...

  • Talent Fair compensation for the talent of the actors, director, sound designer, light designer, set designer, stage manager.
  • Venue We are taking theater out of the traditional black box, and into intimate, unique spaces around the city.. We pick our locations to add layers and emotional complexities to your experience of the play. 
  • Publicity To make sure people hear about the work we’re putting on, Being ‘untraditional’ we need people to find us, and that takes marketing. 
  • Running the production Building the set, fitting the costumes, creating the worlds of the play. 


Your support will help three determined female producers create compelling, thought-provoking productions.

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