Perseverance Theatre

10/12/2026

Today we celebrate our friends and family, our inspiration, and our community.

Gunalchéesh. Chin'an. Quyanaa. Tsin'aen. Maasee.

10/06/2026

We want to take a moment to express our gratitude for a long-time friend of the theatre, Ric Iannolino.

Artistic Director, Leslie Ishii, reflected on his special place in our hearts:

"This Elder, Richard Iannolino, lived across the street and came to every show, even to the point of slowly crossing the street with cane in hand in the pouring rain or even snow.

He would arrive very early and would sit on the bench near the main doors and take off his yak-traks and winter coat and then head into the theatre where our Front-of-House Manager, Laura Wallrath, had his specific seat saved for him. Ric is, I’m sure, already dearly missed. I know we miss him very much. Rest in Peace, Ric, and know you are very loved and admired."

Thank you to the Juneau Independent for this lovely obituary. We encourage you to take a moment to celebrate him with us. ❤️

Richard “Ric” Iannolino left Earth to “dance with the stars” at dawn on Sept.15, 2026, after a peaceful death at the Juneau Pioneer Home.

10/05/2026

Starting this week!

You NEVER know what's going to happen when "Yes, and..." is invited to the gathering!

Register at ptalaska.org/improv-classes

09/29/2026

Perseverance Theatre is proud to be a part of the Theatre for Public Good coalition. We are not alone. Theatre is, and always has been, for social movements.

What does Theatre for Public Good mean to you? Let us know in the comments.

09/28/2026

We can't thank you enough for the support!

Gunalchéesh!

On Sept. 11, Sealaska Heritage Institute and Juneau’s Perseverance Theatre co-produced “Kutulagaaw: The Tlingit-Russian Battles,” the first Tlingit opera in recorded history.

09/26/2026

Improv is SO much fun!

It gives you tools for communication when you're unsure, letting go of expectations, letting go of perfectionism, and finding your voice. It can help bond you with others through trust, laughter, and teamwork.

We can't wait to guide you every step of the way!

Friends 12-18 years are invited to join us each Wednesday in October. $20 for one class or $70 for all 4.

Register at ptalaska.org/improv-class

Improv Class Join us this October for a fun, supportive four-week Improv Games class at Perseverance Theatre! Designed for students ages 12-18, this class uses interactive games and creative exercises to build confidence, teamwork, and quick thinking skills!  Whether your student is brand new to im...

09/25/2026

Thank you to SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) for their generous support of Kutulagaaw: The Tlingit – Russian Battles

We are so grateful for your kindness and your help in uplifting these beautiful voices. Their hard work, time, and talents reached more hearts with your help.

Gunalchéesh!

(Photo credit to Vera Starbard)

09/22/2026

This morning, from Here & Now Newsroom, a conversation with some of the creative team responsible for The Tlingit Opera.

We encourage you to check it out! And thanks to Peter O'Dowd for the chat!

https://www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2026/09/22/kutulagaaw-opera

09/15/2026

“I’m just so grateful again to be in partnership with Sealaska Heritage Institute and how proud I am of Ḵutulagaaw: The Tlingit-Russian Battles.” — Leslie Ishii, Artistic Director of Perseverance Theatre

The final weekend of Ḵutulagaaw: The Tlingit-Russian Battles is officially SOLD OUT for the remainder of its world-premiere run!

If you weren’t able to get tickets, there is still a chance to see the show. Email [email protected] to join the waitlist in case of cancellations. You can also arrive early before a performance, and we’ll do our best to accommodate walk-ins if seats become available.

Atlein gunalchéesh to Sealaska Heritage Institute and to everyone who helped make this historic production possible.

Want to help make more work like this possible? Consider supporting Perseverance Theatre by donating at www.ptalaska.org/waystogive/.