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Foundations and Arts Organizations Create $12M Emergency Relief Fund for Arts Community Impacted by Los Angeles Fires
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2025

A coalition of major arts organizations and philanthropists in Los Angeles announced the creation of the LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund, an emergency relief fund for artists and arts workers.

The Women's Media Awards to Honor America Ferrera & More at WMC 2024 Ceremony
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 29, 2024

Jane Fonda, Robin Morgan, and Gloria Steinem— the Co-Founders of The WOMEN’S MEDIA CENTER — have announced the honorees for the 2024 Women’s Media Awards, to be held on Thursday, September 19th, at the JW Marriott Essex House in New York City. They include America Ferrera, Yamiche Alcindor, Donna Deitch, and more.

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts Appoints Dr. Mariko Silver as President and CEO
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2024

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts has appointed Dr. Mariko Silver—a leader in the fields of philanthropy, education, government, and the arts—as its next President and Chief Executive Officer. Learn more about the position.

Ford and Mellon Foundations Reveal 2024 Disability Futures Fellows
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2024

The Ford Foundation and the Mellon Foundation announced the 2024 recipients of the Disability Futures Fellowship, an initiative administered by United States Artists that is dedicated to platforming and amplifying disabled creative practitioners across various mediums and geographies.

Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala Raised More Than $1.3 Million
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 26, 2024

Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala raises over $1.3 million for artistic, educational, and community outreach programs.

Ballet Hispánico Announces THE QUINCEAÑERA GALA
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 21, 2024

Ballet Hispánico has announced THE QUINCEAÑERA GALA, honoring former United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz and celebrating Eduardo Vilaro's 15th season as Artistic Director.

Actor Jeffrey Wright Delivered The 35th Annual Nancy Hanks Lecture On Arts And Public Policy
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2024

Renowned actor Jeffrey Wright gives an insightful address at the 35th Annual Nancy Hanks Lecture on Arts and Public Policy, discussing the importance and impact of arts in society.

Ford Foundation Gives $1.1 Million To U.s. Pavilion At The 60th International Art Exhibition Of La Biennale Di Venezia In 2024 
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2024

Ford Foundation presents a $1.1 million gift to support the US Pavilion at the 2024 Venice Biennale, featuring an exhibition by artist Jeffrey Gibson.

 Wayne Brady, Colman Domingo & J. Harrison Ghee Among Native Son's 2023 List Celebrating Black Queer Men
by Stephi Wild - Dec 15, 2023

With 2023 soon coming to a close, Native Son – the leading organization championing Black gay and queer men – today unveiled its annual year-end Native Son 101 List highlighting a powerful collective of Black gay and queer men who made incredible impact throughout the year. Find out who made the list!

The Women's Media Awards Will Honor Mariska Hargitay, Fredricka Whitfield And More On October 19 In New York City
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2023

Jane Fonda, Robin Morgan, and Gloria Steinem - the Co-Founders of The WOMEN'S MEDIA CENTER — announced the honorees for the 2023 Women's Media Awards, to be held on Thursday, October 19th, at the Whitby Hotel in New York City. 

Photos: Inside the Public Theater's Gala on the Green
by Jennifer Broski - Jun 13, 2023

The Public hosted its annual GALA ON THE GREEN on Monday, June 12 at The Delacorte Theater during the Free Shakespeare in the Park’s run of HAMLET.

Brandon Victor Dixon, Maleah Joi Moon & Anna Uzele to Join GALA ON THE GREEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 2, 2023

The Public Theater will present its annual Gala, GALA ON THE GREEN this month! See who is performing, and learn how to purchase tickets.

Cummer Museum Of Art & Gardens Awarded $650K From Ford Foundation, Mellon Foundation, Alice L. Walton Foundation, and Pilot House Philanthropy Partnership Initiative
by Stephi Wild - May 4, 2023

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens announced that it has been awarded a $650,000 grant from the Leadership in Art Museums (LAM) initiative, a partnership between the Ford Foundation, Mellon Foundation, Pilot House Philanthropy and Alice L. Walton Foundation.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Christopher Jackson, and More Will Be Featured at The Public's Gala On The Green
by Stephi Wild - Apr 28, 2023

The Public Theater has announced that The Public's Annual Gala, GALA ON THE GREEN, will take place on Monday, June 12 at The Delacorte Theater during the Free Shakespeare in the Park's run of HAMLET.

Photos: Go Inside WHITE GIRL IN DANGER Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 11, 2023

Check out photos from opening night of White Girl in Danger!

The Apollo Names New Theater Space After Longtime Leader Jonelle Procope
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023

On Monday, March 27, The Apollo’s Board Chair Charles E. Phillips announced that the 99-seat theater in The Apollo’s new Victoria Theater—which marks the first major expansion in the organization’s history—will be named after its current President & CEO Jonelle Procope.

Solea Pfeiffer & More Join Ato Blankson-Wood Led HAMLET at Free Shakespeare in the Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2023

The Public Theater announced additional casting for the Free Shakespeare in the Park production of Shakespeare’s HAMLET, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. See who is starring, performance dates & more!

Ato Blankson-Wood Will Lead HAMLET in The Public Theater's 61st Season of Free Shakespeare in the Park
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 12, 2023

The 61st season of Free Shakespeare in the Park at The Delacorte Theater in Central Park will feature the classic drama HAMLET, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon and featuring Tony Award nominee Ato Blankson-Wood (Slave Play, Public Works’ As You Like It) in the title role.

NYC Department Of Cultural Affairs Launches PUBLIC ART AS COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Pilot
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 19, 2022

The NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) has announced Harnessing History: Tracing the Legacy of the Lyons Family, a series of virtual public convenings that will focus on the legacy of the Lyons family as a lens for examining a century of Black life and activism in America.

Ayad Akhtar Will Deliver Lecture On Arts & Public Policy at the Kennedy Center This Week
by Stephi Wild - Sep 19, 2022

Americans for the Arts announced that acclaimed novelist and playwright Ayad Akhtar will deliver the 34th Annual Nancy Hanks Lecture on Arts & Public Policy. Akhtar will be introduced by Rockefeller Brothers Fund President and CEO Stephen Heintz, and the evening will feature a performance by artists Rez Abbassi and Kiran Ahluwalia.