About the Pan-African Theatre Ensemble (PATE)

The Pan-African Theatre Ensemble is an African-based theatre company using African performance elements in Pan-African and Global Black plays in the Department of Pan-African Studies, Kent State University. We produce two to three productions an academic year. P.A.T.E. members include Kent State University students, staff, and community volunteers from Northeast Ohio. P.A.T.E is actively recruiting volunteer actors for its community outreach and theatre in Northeast Ohio. No prior experience required. For membership info, please contact Dr. Forbes-Erickson at dforbese@kent.edu or (330) 672-0082.