Dayton Live Announces New Name For Stage In The Wintergarden Schuster Center

Dayton Live has announced that the Wintergarden stage in the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center has been officially named the Charles D Berry Foundation Stage. This naming honors the more than 20 years of dedicated service and support Charles "Chuck" Berry has provided to the arts community.

Chuck Berry has been a steadfast supporter and friend to the arts community, starting through his role as a Trustee at the Berry Family Foundation. In 2018, with the encouragement and support of his brother John Berry, Chairman of the Berry Family Foundation, Chuck established the Charles D Berry Foundation. One of the foundation's four key giving areas is performing and visual arts.

Chuck Berry expressed his gratitude for this recognition:

"I am deeply honored and proud to have the Wintergarden stage in the Schuster Performing Arts Center named the Charles D Berry Foundation Stage. Our foundation, since its inception in 2018, has been committed to enriching our community through the arts, and this dedication underscores that commitment. As both a Trustee of the Berry Family Foundation and Founder and Chairman of the Charles D Berry Foundation, it has been a privilege to support Dayton Live. I look forward to continuing our partnership and witnessing the transformative power of the arts in our community."

Dayton Live's Board Chair, Erin Davis, commented on the dedication:

"We are delighted to recognize Chuck Berry's unwavering support and lasting impact on our arts community by naming the Wintergarden stage in his honor. Chuck's contributions have been instrumental in fostering a vibrant cultural environment in Dayton. This dedication is a testament to his generosity and vision, and it will inspire future generations to engage with the arts."

The Schuster Performing Arts Center, a cornerstone of Dayton's cultural landscape, has been a hub for artistic excellence and community engagement. The newly named Charles D Berry Foundation Stage will continue to host a variety of performances, events, and educational programs, reflecting the foundation's mission to enhance the cultural vitality of Dayton.

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