ÁGORA 2026

A festival of performances, workshops, and artistic exchange

Presented by IATI Theater

The Golden Door

Public Reading

Monday, March 16 | 7:00 PM | T1 | Free – RSVP Required
Language: English

Ágora 2026 begins with a special public reading of The Golden Door, a contemporary play by Tom Donoghue presented in collaboration with The Hudson Exploited Theater Company.

Set in New York City, the play follows the intertwined lives of three Venezuelan immigrants and their American friend as they navigate friendship, love, family, sexuality, and the uncertainty of undocumented life. Through humor, resilience, and sacrifice, The Golden Door explores cultural prejudice, immigration law, and the power of chosen family.

Running Time: Approx. 2 hours
Recommended for: General audiences

Please RSVP to confirm your attendance.

Community Initiative

As part of Ágora 2026, IATI Theater is partnering with the New York Blood Center for a community blood drive throughout the festival week. Learn more at www.iatitheater.org

About Ágora 2026

Ágora is IATI Theater’s week-long festival bringing together its signature community programs — Queertástico, Mujerstory, and Tertulia — alongside workshops, readings, and participatory events.

Taking place at IATI’s East Village home, the festival creates a shared space for artistic exchange, interdisciplinary performance, and community dialogue.

Explore more events in the Ágora Festival at
www.iatitheater.org