Tabula RaSa NYC Theater & Performance Lab

Tabula RaSa NYC Theater and Performance Lab innovates performance and visual arts to foster cross-cultural dialogue and promote social change.

As the world increasingly becomes a global village, improving intercultural dialogue is critical. In pursuit of artistic innovation, Tabula RaSa has revived face-to-face interaction through theatrical experience—combining research methods, interactive media, and creative technology to address today’s most pressing issues.

We believe in social science research as a means to develop nuanced theatrical performance that speaks to contemporary audiences, irrespective of language, sex, race, or religion. Our theater company aims to build bridges of communication across diverse cultures and communities worldwide.

Tabula RaSa is an ensemble company, with an interdisciplinary team of creators, performers, and producers. Ranging from art historians, to social scientists, and visual designers, each member of our team plays an important role in the creative development process.

Tabula RaSa was founded by Ramiro Antonio Sandoval, award-winning actor, director, and producer, in 2012. Tabula RaSa was formed out of a desire to create a safe environment that encourages creativity. We believe in playing and risk-taking to push creative boundaries, explore new ways of performing while learning through dramatic action and movement. The core inspiration for Tabula RaSa’s work is the engagement and participation of its audiences through immersive