As the Know Theatre of Cincinnati celebrates their 10th anniversary season, it's already looking at the next decade of providing diverse, provocative arts to the Greater Cincinnati region.
Having already secured $335,000 from private donors, Know Theatre is now entering the public phase of their $500,000 Next Decade Capital Campaign.
Funds from the campaign will be used to make improvements at their performance space at 1120 Jackson Street in Over-the-Rhine, including:
- An exterior marquee for the Jackson Street entrance
- Additional furniture for the Underground bar and lobby space
- A whisper-quiet HVAC system that can be operated during performances
- New seating risers for added flexibility
- New theatre seating for patron comfort
- Additional and upgraded lighting and sound equipment
- An in-house ticketing system
- New or upgraded computer equipment for the theatre offices
"Know Theatre has been a critical force in the revitalization of Over-the-Rhine over the past five years," says Brian Tiffany, president of the Over-the-Rhine Chamber of Commerce. "They continue to support our environment of arts and culture with alternative and edgy productions contributing to the rebirth of our urban core."
Capital campaign funds will also be used to grow and improve the production quality of the theatre's offerings by increasing the size of the Core Acting Company, adding permanent staff, and commissioning works from emerging and established playwrights.
"The Next Decade Capital Campaign will help Know Theatre continue to reach new and larger audiences, raising our profile both regionally and nationally and bringing our home in Over-the-Rhine further distinction," says Jason Bruffy, the theatre's producing artistic director.
Writer: Kevin LeMaster
Source: Media release
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