Cutting Edge Theatre is a New York City theater company dedicated to presenting stories inspired by life that connect with today's social and political issues. Cutting Edge brings New York theater audiences provocative work that engages, educates, entertains and enlightens. Founded in 1997 under the name Group II Theatre and located right in the heart of New York City 's Theatre District. Its Founder and Artistic Director, John Pallotta is the author of 18 plays that have been produced all throughout the United States and abroad.