About Us
For Elenvia: Publications and Productions is a 501(c)3 non-profit interdisciplinary arts organization focused on using theatre and literature to collectively imagine a better world and consider how we might make it real.
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“Elenvia” comes from The Legend of Leanna Page - it is the name of the united world that comes about at the very end of the tale. For our own world, we define Elenvia as the achievable utopia or, more simply, the better world. It’s the thing we’re all working towards.
“If there was a story that explained their choice of that particular combination of sounds, I would have included it. There is nothing of the kind, however, and I actually prefer it that way. Elenvia, the word, is simply the creation of imagination. Elenvia, the world, was the same. Only collective imagination is capable of enacting profound collective change. All that is good in society came to be that way because, at some time, someone simply imagined it could be so and decided to make the dream become reality. The name the Elenvians chose for themselves reflects the dreamt-up nature of their beginnings. The name is nothing but imagination, and in that way, it is the same as everything else.” - Cedar Flyte, The Legend of Leanna Page Volume II (not yet published, stay tuned!)
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For us, art is not a commercial commodity. It’s more important than that. We value it for its ability to teach, its ability to shine light and love on what can otherwise be overlooked. We also hold priceless its ability to bring people together in joy. We make art to serve a larger mission, not just to make money.
That said, we still need to make income from our artistic endeavors, that is the current way of our world, but every cent we make goes back into supporting our artists and promoting our mission-centered projects.
As a 501(c)3 non-profit, we can gratefully accept tax-deductible donations. If you are willing to help the production and promotion of our projects, please contribute anything you can at this link. Thank you!
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With a focus on theatre and literature, we use the arts to unite people under a common philosophy of limitless respect, empathy, and curiosity. We believe in the possibility of a better world and work towards its creation through artistic education and active community organizing.
Our Values
For Elenvia adheres to the following values in every aspect of our organization, from internal affairs to our works of art.
All life forms have dignity and shall be treated with the reverent respect that is due to them by nature of their existence.
There is nothing and no one that is above critique. Anyone should feel free to respectfully disagree with anyone else.
We define hatred as a lack of respect for another’s basic dignity, and this will not be tolerated in any circumstance.
The world is full of philosophical mysteries. We will ask questions and delight in the investigations but never pretend we are certain of the absolute truth about anything.
We find it evident that when peace and safety are combined with joyousness, something has gone right, and that thing is good. Everything we do and every project we support will work towards creating more of this good for as much of the world as possible.
Our Vision
We imagine a future where people can unite across all borders: psychological, socioeconomic, or geographical. This future we see is one of peace, safety, and liberty, and we call it Elenvia. We believe Elenvia is achievable through philosophical questioning and artistic joy. We see ourselves as the bridge between our current era and the next. We will find and generate an abundance of Elenvian art through promoting and developing an abundance of Elenvian artists who will help us find ourselves, at last, in a great Elenvian day.
Meet The Team
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Addam Ledamyen (right, they/them) is the founder and Artistic Director of For Elenvia: Publications and Productions. They are a multidisciplinary storyteller with specialties in acting, playwriting, novel writing, and narrative improvisation. Their debut novel, The Legend of Leanna Page, is now available in paperback and e-book! Addam has been a student of theatre all their life though more officially at Oakland School for the Arts and American University (DC) from 2014-2022. In 2026, they earned their MFA in Interdisciplinary Arts and Writing from the California Institute of Integral Studies. Addam performs regularly as a company member of Synergy Theater and as a guest with a variety of other theatre companies around the SF Bay Area. As Artistic Director, Addam is dedicated to holding a space of peace and productive joy where art and community can flourish as one.
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Theodore Neeno (left, they/them) is our Executive Director. Theo is a passionate working theatre professional. Whether working on teams of electricians for hang and focus, mixing bands or musicals, or performing, they have done and hope to continue to do it all. Theatre has always been a part of Theo’s life, starting with performance in their hometown of Anchorage Alaska. They got their degree at Oklahoma City University, graduating with a BA in Theatre and Performance with scenic and costume design minors. Theo is currently working in various theaters around the SF Bay Area, primarily as an electrician or a sound board operator. They are dedicated to learning and building a wide range of proficiencies. As the Executive Director of For Elenvia: Publications and Productions, Theo wants to bring art to and highlight art from communities with underrepresented voices and connect theatrical professionals with aspiring professionals to connect and uplift all.
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Megan Self (she/her) is the Treasurer on our Board of Trustees. With a B.S. in Business from U.C. Davis and 2 years management experience, she works as an Account Specialist at CAD Masters.
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Fiona Sundy (she/her) is the Secretary on our Board of Trustees. She earned a B.A. in English from Santa Clara University and works as a theatre technician in the S.F. Bay Area.
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