Report to the Community

2017 18 REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY Community Photo MadCity Sessions Amadou Kromah Amadou Kromah REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 2017 18 INTRODUCING OVERTURE’S NEW CEO Like a swell of vibrant music, anticipation is growing in Madison for Sandra Gajic, the first woman named to lead Overture Center.

Under Ms. Gajic’s creative leadership, Overture will foster innovation, engage our community and continue to grow into a cultural and educational center.

SANDRA GAJIC Ms. Gajic, 64, a Canadian national born in Yugoslavia, brings President and CEO, Overture Center for the Arts more than 20 years of performing arts management experience to her role as President and CEO of Overture. That includes senior roles at the Canadian Opera Company in Toronto, Arts Common Centre for the Performing Arts in Calgary, the Edmonton Opera and most recently Vancouver, Canada. I am delighted to join the Overture Center for the Arts family and want to share my gratitude for such a warm welcome from all that I’ve met so far. Many While at Vancouver Civic Theatres, she was responsible for a successful business and organizational turnaround of four city- thanks to Foundation Chair Betty Harris Custer, the board search committee and owned theaters which served close to 1 million people in 2017. the entire board for the opportunity to make Madison my home. Building community support has been at the heart of her Before I talk about the year ahead, I must start by thanking retired President & CEO Ted prosperous and rewarding career. “I do believe the role of DeDee for his work in transforming Overture in to the amazing art center that it is. I met the performing arts center has to be outside its walls,” she Ted several years ago at an industry gathering in New York City and then became familiar told the Wisconsin State Journal in an article announcing her with the center itself during my visit to Madison three years ago when Ted hosted us, his peers from across the continent, Overture appointment.

and shared Overture’s story with us. Under Ted’s leadership, Overture became a recognized regional destination for the arts. Integral to that community engagement is diversity, inclusion So, thank you Ted. and the attraction of new audiences, especially millennials. As Ms. Gajic told The Cap Times, that includes choosing The year ahead is so very exciting for the Madison community. For the calendar year 2017, Overture was ranked 45th programming that appeals to millennials, and reflects their © in the world for sales by the industry magazine, Pollstar. Our sales for the 2018/19 Season are already well ahead of last wants and needs, such as show start times and digital media. season and we have broken our all-time record for Broadway subscriptions. Those who subscribed to a full Broadway at She also plans to become an active contributor, leader Overture package this season will have first access to renew their full Broadway at Overture subscription, including and volunteer in Madison. In the past, she has taught music the upcoming Broadway smash hit, HAMILTON, which will be included in our 2019/20 Season. COVER PHOTOS to inner-city children and English to refugees and students. As we maintain focus on our diversity and inclusion initiatives, we look forward to many activities and programs She speaks six languages. Right photo: Wynton Marsalis planned for the upcoming season. One event, planned in partnership with Zendesk, is a symposium on diversity Joe Martinez Photography Ms. Gajic’s interests are varied and include travelling, painting, and inclusion held at Overture and live-streamed. Be sure to look for more details at Overture.org. scuba diving and cross-country skiing, which Wisconsin’s winter Bottom photo: International Festival weather will willingly accommodate. As we look into the future and prepare for upcoming seasons, we’ve been researching the Madison market to see Martin Jenich Photography

where and how we can better serve our audiences. Our conversations with our patrons have been positive but frank Center Photo: Community Photo Mosaic But ultimately, her passion is the performing arts and Overture and we are listening. Stay tuned for more initiatives from this amazing team that I now have the privilege to lead. Amadou Kromah Photography patrons will see her at many performances.

For me, the truly inspirational part of my tenure with Overture will be getting to know you, meeting and thanking On permanent display, Overture's Community Photo Mosaic represents the breadth of what Overture Center you for your continued generosity and support of Overture, your home for the arts. provides – from free and low-cost programming to local performing and visual artists to touring Broadway performances. The mural conveys a powerful message that Overture belongs to the entire community. That’s what I find the purpose of what I do, to really be there when stages are alive, wherever“ the stages are — the lobby, Thanks to Cummings Christensen Family Foundation; found spaces, in a warehouse,” she told The Cap Times. Overture’s Community Outreach Coordinator, Beth Racette; “That’s what I love.” photo booth volunteers; mosaic photo contributors and Overture’s entire community.

2 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 3 © Matthew Murphy ENGAGING OUR COMMUNITY BETTY HARRIS CUSTER Chair, Overture Center THROUGH BROADWAY Foundation Board of Directors

There’s nothing quite like the glitz and glamour of Broadway; and no better place to see it than Overture Center. We present touring Broadway shows in conjunction with our partner, Broadway Across America. Subscribers, groups and single-ticket buyers enjoy the productions in Overture Hall, but the engagement doesn’t end there. WHAT AN EXCITING YEAR WE’VE HAD AT Each Thursday performance features a post-show “Meet the Artist” to provide ticketholders an opportunity to OVERTURE CENTER FOR THE ARTS! hear from the cast, and Overture coordinates other community events as often as possible. First, after a thorough international search, let me welcome our new President & CEO Sandra Gajic. Sandra comes to us from Canada and has a long career in arts center management. We are looking forward to her vision for growth as we delve further into our strategic plan. THE GRINCH TAKE THE STAGE While I welcome Sandra, I must also thank former President & The touring Broadway production of Broadway performers dazzled on CEO Ted DeDee. Ted came to us at a critical time and guided us Dr. Seuss’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE Monday, June 4, 2018, at “Take the to the successful facility we are today. Ted has indicated he will CHRISTMAS hit Overture Center over Stage,” Overture’s annual appreciation be staying in Madison, so I hope you will join me in thanking him Thanksgiving week in 2017. During its event for donors who give $1,500 or for his service to the Madison community. visit, the Grinch himself was seen more. Jerry Ensemble member Corinna We have had an impressive year. Our Broadway at Overture reading his story to children at an event Smith, one of Overture’s representatives Series had five first-time titles. The Overture Presents series planned in collaboration with Madison at the Jimmys in NYC, had an opportunity included 22 new touring productions. The Jerrys program Moms Blog and Hilldale Shopping to perform for the event along with (formerly the Tommys) increased in size to nearly 100 Center. He also participated in Madison Lana Gordon, star of CHICAGO, and productions. The Capitol Theater turned 90 in January 2018 and Central Business Improvement District’s Arianna Duffus, young Tina Turner in the celebration was wonderful. A special thanks to Clearwing inaugural “Shine On Madison” event, TINA, with accompanist Brian Whitted. Systems Integration, Full Compass and Susan and Jonathan Lipp helping the Mayor, Bucky Badger and © Edgar Sanchez for their contribution to new equipment to keep this beautiful Santa plug in the holiday lights around theater modern! downtown Madison, including in the Overture Hall Lobby. A special thanks to our resident organizations. Over the last ON YOUR FEET! year, there were nearly 600,000 patron experiences at Overture. Included in this number are the audiences for our resident During the show’s stop in Madison in May 2018, Overture organizations. On most any weekend, you can see a great hosted a group of more than 50 students and parents of orchestra, a family play, theater, dance, visual arts and more. Latinx heritage from East and La Follette High Schools for a All combined help create the fabric of the arts at Overture! WAITRESS special pre-show event and performance of ON YOUR FEET!, We spent most of the past year developing a strategic plan to Two young local actresses made their acting debut with the touring Broadway the Emilio & Gloria Estefan Musical. Prior to attending the production of WAITRESS, which premiered in Madison at Overture in July 2018. performance, students attended a meet and greet at keep moving Overture forward with respect to our Diversity and Overture held open casting for the role of “Lulu,” the daughter of the production’s Madison College with members of the cast of ON YOUR FEET! Inclusion initiatives, as well as elevating Overture to a regional main character, Jenna. Over forty girls auditioned, and Rosalie Manson, 5, of who participated in a career-focused panel discussion about center. With the coming year, we will be implementing some of La Crosse, and Addie Manthey, 4, of Sun Prairie, were selected and shared the role, their own experiences as Latinx actors and actresses. the ideas we learned from researching and talking to our patrons. each taking four of the eight performances – each ending with standing ovations. Finally, thank you for your continued support. Overture has truly become Wisconsin’s entertainment destination. Rosalie Manson Addie Manthey

4 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 5 OVERTURE PRESENTS “The 2017/18 season’s programming, more than ever Overture Presents brings the world’s finest touring performing artists to the Madison community to before, reflected audience deliver exceptional experiences for nearly every taste from comedy to dance to music - and more. interest. Patron feedback has been an integral part of Amadou Kromah Amadou Kromah the direction of the shows we bring in. Rooted in dedication to arts education and making CELEBRATING NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH: Rachel Neville LA SANTA CECILIA arts experiences accessible, Overture’s celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15) our community programs and featured a performance by GRAMMY® Award-winning La Santa Cecilia on the evening of ticketed events at Overture Friday, October 6, 2017. The band, fully immersed in modern music while utilizing rhythms Center are designed to educate, from cumbia, bossa nova, rumba, bolero, tango, jazz rock and klezmer music, exemplifies the hybrid of Latin culture, rock and world music, drawing inspiration from their Latin engage and entertain.” American influences and Mexican heritage. The month-long celebration also included a __ special gallery exhibit, ¿Quiénes somos? (Who Are We?), which featured stunning pieces by local artists J. Leigh Garcia and Evelyn Galindo; a Kids in the Rotunda series performance Tim Sauers, by Ballet Folklórico de María Díaz, which engaged young dancers from kindergarten VP of Programming and through 12th grade; and the Latino Art Fair (read more on page 12). Community Engagement

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The broad spectrum of “Overture Presents shows allows us to really engage the community through our diversity and inclusion initiatives.” BRINGING NYC TO MADISON: __ JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS: DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM Dr. Ed Holmes, On Saturday, September 23, 2017, Overture welcomed "the greatest large jazz ensemble Director of Diversity and Inclusion Founded in 1969 by Arthur Mitchell and Karel Shook, Dance Theatre of Harlem (DTH) was considered “one of ballet’s most exciting working today" (Chicago Tribune), New York City’s Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) undertakings” (The New York Times, 1971). With cutting-edge contemporary and ballet works to celebrate African-American culture, with Wynton Marsalis, to Overture Hall for a one-night-only, sold-out performance with local the racially diverse dance artists carry a message of empowerment. The Tuesday, May 8, 2018, performance in Overture Hall featured a Badger High School Jazz Ensemble of Lake Geneva performing as the opening act. JLCO has sold-out masterclass with DTH at Madison Ballet and a special pre-show multigenerational panel discussion in partnership with Madison been the Jazz at Lincoln Center resident orchestra since 1988 with the mission to entertain, Ballet exploring the experience of being a dancer of color locally, regionally and nationally. The panel included a variety of perspectives enrich and expand a global community for Jazz through performance, education and and participants including a locally based professional dancer, local young dancers of color, mothers of young dancers of color, School advocacy. Overture’s diversity and inclusion initiative partnered with Café CODA, a local of Madison Ballet Director Rachelle Butler, DTH Artistic Director Virginia Johnson and Ballet Master Keith Saunders. jazz venue with some of Madison biggest jazz enthusiasts, to provide a pre-show reception with performances by local jazz artists. Special thanks to Chuck Stonecipher.

6 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 7 ENCOURAGING YOUNG ARTISTS MORE THAN A SHOW

Overture is proud to offer a spectrum of experiences for growing artists. From young performers in Disney Musicals in Schools taking the stage for the first time at their school to Jerry Award participants making their Broadway stage debut at The Jimmys in New York City, 45th 598,198 22,758 14.18% $1.92M 2,383 we encourage young artists of all backgrounds and help change the landscape in Pollstar Patron First-time Percentage of Earned Media of young performers in Madison to reflect our diverse community. world ranking experiences Overture non-resident media value stories about of ticket sales at Overture attendees for (Madison) through Overture as of 12/2017 Center 2017/18 season ticket sales editorial efforts Center

PERFORMING IN CAPITOL THEATER: Susan Day WYSO STUDENTS AT BLACK VIOLIN TOTAL ATTENDANCE Wisconsin Youth Symphony Orchestra (WYSO) Non-performance Community For“ these students these are students were offered an opportunity to participate in a workshop and perform on Events - 46,889 Programs - 113,647 all new skills and information stage for the two final numbers in May 2018 they are learning. The life with Black Violin, an Overture Presents series skills that these kids are performance. The internationally touring learning, collaboration, group features Wil Baptiste (viola) and Kev Ticketed Overture working together, memorizing, Marcus (violin) with music that bridges the Performances Galleries gap between classical and hip-hop. The 282,574 155,088 performing in front of people. students were also offered discounted tickets These are skills that they will to attend the sold-out show in Capitol Theater. be able to take with them for the rest of their lives wherever they go and whatever they do. __ FIRST TIME ON STAGE: DISNEY MUSICALS IN SCHOOLS Tamara Moschea, Teacher at Mendota Overture partners each year with Disney Mark Frohna Elementary School Theatrical Group (DTG) to bring Disney Musicals in Schools (DMIS) to the Madison COMMUNITY PROGRAMS ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION Area. DMIS is a national program developed by DTG in New York City in 2009 and was established to create sustainable theater Kids in the Rotunda...... 31,627 Community Tickets...... 3,077 programs in urban elementary schools. Overture’s goal for the program is to create Jerry Awards...... 11,700 International Festival...... 13,081 sustainable musical theater programs in Overture Galleries...... 155,088 Disney Musicals in Schools...... 7,437 elementary schools by providing schools with the training and tools necessary to do so, and Overture OnStage...... 25,177 Other Community Engagement Events...... 21,548 to share their students’ success.

8 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 9 REFRAMING THE NARRATIVE: AMADOU KROMAH On Saturday, May 12, 2018, the work of local photographer THE JERRY AWARDS Amadou Kromah was celebrated Amadou is an example of what at an event at Overture. The “ it looks like when we support event included a display of Mr. Kromah’s work, a live auction of young people, especially a framed photograph and a African-American males. As The Jerry Awards, Overture’s high school musical awards program, encourages, recognizes slate of speakers including community members, we have and honors excellence in high school musical theater. The ninth season featured 95 productions representatives from the City a responsibility to help change across 30 counties and involved more than 9,500 students and 890 educators. Industry of Madison Mayor’s Office, the narrative, and provide NAACP of Dane County and professionals and educators reviewed productions around the state, providing valuable feedback Overture. A 2018 graduate of La pathways and opportunities and highlighting the importance of musical theater within high schools. Follette High School in Madison, for our young people that they Mr. Kromah has been working may not imagine possible. I’m with Overture as a freelance proud that in Amadou’s case, photographer since 2016. Among the many events and performances, he has photographed Mark Frohna Overture was able to help performances by Boyz II Men, Patti LaBelle, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis; Frostiball 2017 and 2018; and free and low-cost programs like Kids in him identify his arts-related the Rotunda and OnStage student field trips. passion, nurture it and show him how he could continue to Mr. Kromah first came to Overture through a connection with Dr. Ed Holmes, Director of pursue it in the future.” Diversity and Inclusion. He saw a chance to support a young person’s interest in art and provided opportunities for Mr. Kromah to practice his skills by documenting some of __ Overture’s efforts around diversity and inclusion. While photographing an outreach event for local students attending a performance of DRUMLine Live! in March 2017, Mr. Kromah Dr. Ed Holmes, was approached by the Dane County NAACP and encouraged to enter the local ACT-SO Director of Diversity and Inclusion (Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics) competition. After winning a gold medal in photography at the local competition, Mr. Kromah went on to win a silver medal in photography at the 2017 National ACT-SO Competition in Baltimore, MD. In 2018, Mr. Kromah took gold again for the Dane County ACT-SO and represented Madison at the National competition in San Antonio.

Going back to the individual “show reviews for each and Amadou Kromah WELCOMING THE COMMUNITY: INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY every high school demonstrates Hear them roar. In 2018, women have let their voices be heard on social, political and Overture Center’s love for good cultural issues. In March 2018, as part of Overture’s continued initiative on diversity and Mark Frohna theater and care for our next inclusion lead by Director Dr. Ed Holmes, the center hosted Girls Inc. of Greater Madison and the Goodman Center’s celebration of International Women’s Day. generation of curious story tellers. I know the young More than 400 pre-teens and young women came to Overture for an empowering evening The program began in the 2009/10 school year as the Tommy Awards and was punctuated by three speakers — ultra-marathoner and author Mirna Valerio, photographer renamed in the 2017/18 season to the Jerry Awards in honor of philanthropist and arts adults really pay attention and digital marketer Eunique Jones Gibson and singer-songwriter and “American Idol” supporter W. Jerome Frautschi. School and student achievements are honored and to the constructive critiques finalist Karen Rodriguez. In addressing the gathering, the women discussed the challenges featured in an awards show held at Overture Center in June and two outstanding and are impressed that they surmounted to achieve their goals and live authentic lives, sparking strong, smart and performers are selected to represent the program at The National High School Musical ‘everyone’ matters.” bold conversations among participants. Theater Awards (The Jimmys) competition in New York City. __ This outreach and opening of Overture for these invigorating events plus additional unique and diverse programming, such as R&B Overture Center is pleased to collaborate with Wisconsin Public Television as well as superstars Boyz II Men, jazz legend Wynton Marsalis and acclaimed jazz singer Gregory Porter, speaks to Overture’s commitment to the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts and The Grand Theater, expanding the Max Pink, embracing the community it serves. reach of the Jerry Awards to the greater Milwaukee and Wausau area schools. Jerry Awards recipient and two-time For Dr. Holmes, it’s not only about entertainment, it is about education and creating a welcoming atmosphere. “It’s about changing the Jimmy Awards delegate culture and giving people an opportunity to learn about artists they might not ever know about.”

10 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 11 CELEBRATING GLOBAL CONNECTIONS

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Each year, Overture celebrates the rich cultural heritage within our community with more than 30 free performances throughout Overture Center by artists who call Dane County home. Attendees enjoy cuisine from around the world, browse stunning arts and crafts available for purchase and learn about the many local businesses with global connections. The event on Saturday, February 24, 2018, ended with an Overture Presents series performance by GRAMMY® Award-winning Ladysmith Black Mambazo. LATINO ART FAIR Having celebrated its fifth year in October 2017, the Latino Art Fair is an initiative to showcase the richness of the Latino culture in South Central Wisconsin through an exhibit of local Latino artists’ work. 25 artists exhibited and sold their artwork at Overture Center, including paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry, dolls, music and more. This event is organized in partnership with the Latino Chamber of Commerce of Dane County and concluded with an Overture Presents series performance by GRAMMY® Award-winning La Santa Cecilia.

Top photo: Ladysmith Black Mambazo

Right photo: International Festival Martin Jenich Photography

Bottom Photo: Latino Art Fair Amadou Kromah Photography

12 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 13 “The Barton organ in the Capitol PRESERVING AND CELEBRATING THE Theater is an important part of Madison’s musical history and culture. As one of the last remaining original HISTORY OF CAPITOL THEATER theater organ installations in the country, it is important that it remain for future generations to enjoy.” __

John Cornue, 90 EXCITING YEARS President, Dairyland Theater Organ Society

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Glenn Nagel The Capitol Theater’s Grand ORIGINAL GRAND BARTON ORGAN RESTORATION Barton“ organ is an increasingly rare treasure today. It is one of a bare The Grand Barton Organ has been delighting audience members in the Capitol Theater handful of theater organs to survive It is incredible to me that, since it opened in 1928. The “crown jewel” of the theater is one of only a few historic theater “ organs still in its original home and one of three unaltered Barton Organs still in existence. unaltered in its original home and is 90 years later, we are able Ninety years later, it continues to entertain visitors at events throughout the year, including a tremendously important historic to enjoy performances in Overture’s silent film series Duck Soup Cinema. instrument. Its continued use in this historic landmark – The organ underwent minor restoration in 1995 and 2003, but a comprehensive scoring silent film programs is a joy including silent film with restoration is sorely needed. This past year, work was completed on the “toy counter”— to see, and its ‘Voice of the Theater’ our Duck Soup Cinema the traps and sound effects of the organ—made possible by a grant from the American Theater Organ Society. In late 2017, the Madison Community Foundation provided a presence makes Capitol Theater series. Each film screening $35,000 challenge grant to help restore the organ, and Overture’s friends and supporters a more unique and special place. is very low-cost and features rose to the challenge, providing generous donations that exceeded the goal. The full Its restoration to full glory will be live accompaniment on the historic restoration will begin with restorers finding and utilizing parts and materials that a hugely significant event for the theater’s original Grand are as much like the original as possible. Each stage of the process will require careful disassembly of the mechanical units and meticulous cleaning and replacement or entire organ world!” Barton Organ, with many refurbishing of the worn components. Thanks to support from our community, Overture’s __ of them also highlighting historic Grand Barton Organ can continue to entertain for generations to come. local vaudeville acts. The Clark Wilson, Capitol Theater is also home Organist THE 90TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION to the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, Children’s Theater On January 21, 1928, the Capitol Theater held its grand opening, with of Madison’s ‘A Christmas Amadou Kromah vaudeville acts and the silent filmHer Wild Oat. Over 6,000 people Carol’, the ‘National attended the opening, with speeches given by the Governor and Mayor. SHARING IN HISTORY THROUGH DUCK SOUP CINEMA Geographic Live!’ Series Exactly 90 years later, on January 21, 2018, Overture celebrated the In early November 2017, Overture’s Duck Soup Cinema presented The Flying Ace (1926) for and many touring Overture 90th anniversary with an open house, tours and three screenings of the the first time. This silent film, featuring an all African-American cast, is set in World War I and Presents performances.” tells the story of a fighter ace who returns to the U.S. after the war. Patrons were invited to 1919 American short comedy film featuring Harold Lloyd,Bumping Into __ attend a pre-show reception with discussion and exhibit highlighting the history of African- Broadway. Renowned theater organist Jelani Eddington played the Grand American aviators. Immediately following the film showing was a talk-back with Vaunce Barton Organ throughout the afternoon, including the accompaniment Ashby, the Director of Education at the Wisconsin Historical Society; and Al Whitaker, Ted DeDee for the film. The tours featured a behind-the-scenes look at the theater exhibition donor, Vietnam Veteran and commercial pilot. Dr. Ed Holmes, Overture’s Overture’s Past President and CEO as well as the equipment used in the early days of historic theaters. This Director of Diversity and Inclusion, moderated the discussion. “We are honored to have event was free and open to the public. received permission from the Library of Congress to show this film with such social and cultural significance in African-American and American history,” said Dr. Holmes.

14 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 15 STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES EXPENSES BY SOURCE: 2017 / 18 SEASON FINANCIALS 2017/18 SEASON (JUNE 30, 2018) JULY 1, 2017 – JUNE 30, 2018

REVENUE AND SUPPORT Ticket Sales and Fees 9,675,465 Facility Rentals and Services 2,149,147 Other Revenue 1,021,441 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION REVENUES BY SOURCE Contributions, Grants and Sponsorships (net) 3,464,763 2017/18 SEASON (JUNE 30, 2018) JULY 1, 2017 – JUNE 30, 2018 City of Madison Support Grant 1,900,000 TOTAL REVENUE AND SUPPORT $18,210,816

ASSETS EXPENSES Cash and Cash Equivalents 9,471,095 Salaries, Wages and Benefits 7,455,368 Accounts Receivable (net) 269,168 Artist and Performance Fees 5,075,958 Unconditional Promises to Give (net) 1,375,714 Advertising 812,045 Beneficial Interest in Assets Held by Madison Purchased Services 1,476,615 Community Foundation 1,394,981 Professional Services 367,071 Prepaid Expenses 311,170 Ticketing Fees 33,213 Property and Equipment (net) 143,900,206 TOTAL ASSETS $156,722,334 Supplies 534,970 Utilities 760,841 LIABILITIES Information Technology 127,139 Production Costs: 64% Accounts Payable 248,717 Insurance 134,657 Depreciation: 18% Accrued Liabilities 844,075 Other Expenses 33,223 Salaries, Wages, and Benefits: 10% Equipment Notes Payable 1,229,815 Depreciation and Amortization 3,716,878 Unearned Revenue 6,208,430 Services and Supplies: 4% Interest Expense 36,206 Due to the City of Madison 122,957 Utilities: 3% TOTAL EXPENSES $20,564,184 TOTAL LIABILITIES $8,643,994 Insurance: 1% Revenues and Support Less Expenses $(2,353,368) Broadway and Overture Presents Ticket Sales: 46% NET ASSETS Contributions, Grants, Sponsorships: 19% Unrestricted 143,879,964 OTHER REVENUES AND EXPENSES Resident Companies: 10% Temporarily Restricted 2,181,626 Interest Income 15,601 City of Madison: 10% Permanently Restricted 2,016,750 Endowment Income (net of expenses) 116,362 Room Rentals 5% TOTAL NET ASSETS $148,078,340 TOTAL OTHER REVENUES AND EXPENSES 131,963 Promoters: 4% CHANGE IN NET ASSETS $(2,221,405) Community Outreach and Local Arts: 3% TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS $156,722,334 Other: 3% NET ASSETS – BEGINNING OF YEAR $150,229,745 NET ASSETS – END OF YEAR $148,078,340

Audited Financial Statements are available at overture.org or by contacting the Overture Center Administrative Office.

16 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 17 • Jeff & Tiffany Mack • Kristine & Mark Corey • Evan & Jane Pizer • Brian Butler & Carolyn Lazar Butler • Jim Matras • Tony D'Alessandro & • The Pollock Family in memory • Al Cantrell WE GRATEFULLY ACKNOWLEDGE THE FOLLOWING • Jean & Walter Meanwell Alison TenBruggencate of C. Fred Pollock • Jeff & Robin Cherwinka • Dale & Deborah Nickels • Beverly & Craig Davis • Catherine & David Potter • Victoria Cheung CONTRIBUTORS TO OVERTURE CENTER FOR THE ARTS • Reynold V. Peterson • Ted DeDee • Marian & David Quade • Richard H. Christofferson • John & Mary Schroeder • Marie Dietrich, Mia & • Tom Reps & Fran Wong • Ann & Reed Coleman Chloe Heiligenstein • Jackie & Gary Rockweiler • Dennis Cooley Cameo ($5,000-$9,999) • Greg & MaryAnn Dombrowski • Drs. Carol Diamond & • William & Karen Davis • Dan Dooge & Pamela Walgren Howard Rowley • R. Chris & Kathy Davis • Anonymous (3) • David Egger & Julie Cullman • Sarah Schaettle, MD • John Delamater & Janet Hyde • Mark Aulik-Beere, In Memory of • Vivian Ehrlich & Rabbi Irvin Ehrlich • Jay & Katie Sekelsky • Walter & Londa Dewey PUBLIC SUPPORT 2014/15 Local Legends • National Guardian Life Insurance • CocoVaa Michael Aulik-Beere • Russ & Jean Endres • Lynda Sharpe • Gib & Gail Docken • State Bank of Cross Plains • Cyclebar • Tom & Martha Beach • David & Linda Flakne • Mike & Cheryl Shult • David Dohler • Anonymous donor in honor of An annual commitment from the City • Steinhafels • Destination Kohler • Steve & Shirley Crocker • Joseph & Eva Fok • Kurt Sladky & Debra Neff • Peter Doksus Ted & Gail DeDee of Madison helps support Overture • SupraNet Communications, Inc. • Econoprint • Mike & Lee Ann Dillis • Charles N. Ford & Sharon L. James • Brad & Nicole Smith • Lindsey Duca • Ron & Deborah Krantz Center. Mayor Paul Soglin, the • UW Credit Union • Elite Realty Services, LLC • Robert N. Doornek • Jim Sweet & Cate Furay • Patty Spires-Merkel & • Carla Edgar • Webcrafters-Frautschi Foundation • Fleming's Steak House • Katie Dowling-Marcus Madison Common Council and City 2013/14 Local Legends • Deirdre Wilson Garton Robert Merkel • Royle Eenigenburg of Madison residents deserve our • Wisconsin Alumni Association • Greenway Station & Ben Marcus • Saul C. & Melody K. Glazer • Tim & Lori Stadelman • Judith & Richard Ela • Wisconsin Arts Board with funds • Hooper Corporation • Cedric Ellis gratitude for their generous support. • Bea & Lau Christensen • Lee Grubb • Paul Stein • Jean Esch-Theobald from the State of Wisconsin & NEA • Ian's Pizza on State • Betty & Jerry Fuller • Joe & Mary Ellyn Sensenbrenner • Shawn Guse • Susan Stites & Jerry Simon • Jean E. Espenshade • WISC-TV • Intuitive Biosciences, Inc. • Stacy Gannon • Wayne Harris • Richard & Marcia Taugher • Pat Fisher LOCAL LEGENDS 2012/13 Local Legends • JLA Architects • Roberta Gassman & Lester Pines • Susi Haviland • Jane Taves • Michael & Susan Fox $5,000 - $9,999 • Kilwins • Dryden & Heather Geronimi • Dr. Brandon S. Hayes • Judith Taylor • Bonita Sue Friedrich The Local Legends program honors • Dianne Christensen • Meicher CPAs, LLP • Carl & Mary Gulbrandsen • Adesys • Marilyn Hoffman • Thomas E. Terry • Sara Record Frings & Gary Frings individuals and organizations who • Kelly Family Foundation • Middleton Travel • Larry & Sharon Hahn • Allen Foundation Trust • Ana Hooker • LaRynda Thoen & Neil Salyapongse • Dennis Funk & Tom Sanew lead by example in their support of • Madison Gas & Electric • MIG Commercial Real Estate • Curt & Dawn Hastings • American Family Insurance • Carolyn D. Horton & • John W. Thompson • Anthony J. Gray the arts and community engagement. Foundation, Inc. • The Mourningstar Collective • Steve & Elaine Hathaway Dreams Foundation Wm. Pharis Horton • Sal & Judy Troia • Robert Grigg We want to acknowledge those who • North Central Group • Dr. Matthew Hebert & • American Theatre Organ Society • Brad Hutter • Robert & Dorothy Troller • Dr. James E Haine wish to create a legacy through a • Oakwood Village Mrs. Sherri Hebert • Axley Brynelson LLP • James & Kelly Imhoff • Brian & Jennifer Van Wyk • Terry Haller transformative gift of $100,000 or • One Hundred Black Men of • Kathleen J. Hempel CORPORATE & • Boardman & Clark LLP • Stanley & Shirley Inhorn • Ellis & Katie Waller • Judy Ham more to Overture and our community. Madison, Inc • Joyce Knutson • Brian and Wade James-Richardson • Steve & Betsy Wallman • Mark & Debbie Hamilton FOUNDATION SUPPORTERS • Coyle Carpet • Oregon Community Bank & Trust • Christine & Jeff Molzahn • Dane Arts • Patricia & Doran Jason • William F. White • Harlan Hansen 2017/18 Local Legends • Think Ink & Design • Gus & Mary Paras • Dental Health Associates • Michelle Kamin • Theodora Zehner • Carleen Hanson Historic Sponsor • Trek Bicycle Corporation • Zorba & Penny Paster • Charles & Valerie Kime • John & Pat Zimbrick • John T. Harrington, Jr. • Connor Hughes Family of Madison • U.S. Cellular • The Raymond Group • Drs. Debra & Fred Kirchner • Daniel & Irene Zimmerman • Kari Hegeman • Betty Harris Custer & Custer Plumb • American Girl’s Fund for Children • DiVentures • U.S. Bank • Dan & Lonnie Schmidt • Anthony & Margaret Koblinski • Jane (Ginger) Zimmerman • Kirsten Held Financial Services • Madison Gas & Electric • DreamBank • Veridian Homes Foundation • Konya & Matt Schuh • Daniel & Jennifer Kuehn • William Arthur Zorr • Cory Higgins • Charles & Barbara Saeman Foundation, Inc. • First Weber Group • WIPFLI LLP • Jeanne & Joe Silverberg • Terry & Kathy Kurth • James Hitchman & Barbara Boyer • Jack & Sarah Salzwedel • Hilldale Shopping Center • Judith & Stuart Stair • Timothy Lardinois Supporting Actor ($500-$1,499) • Cynthia S. Hiteman • Vance & Jody Tang $20,000- $100,000 • Hooper Corporation • John & Carol Toussaint • Sandy & Jun Lee • Jennifer Hoffman • Old National Bank • IA Management • Stephen & Carey Weiler • Anonymous (2) • Anonymous INDIVIDUAL GIFTS • Stuart Levitan • Ed Holmes • JH Findorff and Sons, Inc. • Greg & Jenny Williams • James Amato • Adams Outdoor Advertising • Kurt Lin • Evelyn Howell • 2016/17 Local Legends • The Madison Concourse Hotel • Norman & Peggy Anderson • Bell Laboratories Benefactor ($50,000-$99,999) • Willis Long • Kimberly Huston • Milwaukee Bucks Artist ($1,500 - $4,999) • John & Donna Andres • Exact Sciences Corporation • Exact Sciences Corporation • Nonn's Kitchen Bath & Flooring • Peter & Jill Lundberg • Sandy & Glen Jaeckel • Joe & Mary Ellyn Sensenbrenner • Jennifer & Mark Andrews • Jun & Sandy Lee • Full Compass Systems, LTD • Richard & Mary Lynch • Karen & David Jarrard • Pepsi-Cola of Madison • Pete Adam • Colin & Melissa Anglin • Nick & Judy Topitzes • Kuehn Family Foundation • Madigan Family • Tom Jemiola, Jr. • Plastic Ingenuity Limelight ($25,000-$49,999) • Carla & Fernando Alvarado • Randy & Areanne Arb • An anonymous couple in honor of • Lexus of Madison • Norma & Doug Madsen • Norman Jenkins • Promega • Dr. Randy Armstrong • Mark & Dawn Ashley Glenda Noel-Ney, Overture’s VP of • Madison Community Foundation • John & Linda Mallon • Vince Jenkins & Stefanie Moritz • Savant Capital Management • Anna & Andrew Burish • Kristine & Paul Ashe • Rajai & Chickee Atalla Advancement, and Tim Sauers, VP • UW Health & Quartz • Helen & Jeff Mattox • Paul & Susan Jobst • SSM Health • Jim Imhoff & Kitty Kuhl • B. Peter Austin & Jean Bjorenson • John Bakunowicz of Programming and Community • The Walt Disney Company • Marie S. McCabe • Sherrie Kalaher Mullins • Stark Company Realty • Roma E. Lenehan • George Austin & • Janice M. Baldwin Engagement, for their dedication to • Zebradog • Steve & Susan McCarthy • Stanley Kanter • State Bank of Cross Plains Martha Vukelich-Austin • Tino Balio & Mary Pinkerton the arts throughout their careers, • Daniel & Mari McCarty • Daniel & Sheree Kehoe • TASC Lead ($10,000-$24,999) • Linda Baldwin O’Hern & • Jill Ball and their tremendous influence on $15,000 - $19,999 • Julia McGann • The Kelly Family • Trek Bicycle Corporation Vince O’Hern • Chuck Bauer making Overture this wonderful • Anonymous (4) • Barbara McGlynn • Kathleen M. Kelm • TRICOR, Inc. • Charles & Elizabeth Barnhill • Mary Jo Bernhardt place to be introduced to, • Food Fight Restaurant Group • Philip & Helen Bradbury • Laura Meffert • Larry M. Kneeland • UnityPoint Health - Meriter • Angela & Jeff Bartell • Roger, Pat & Jamie Birkett experience and enjoy the arts. • Goodman’s Jewelers • Ellen L. Brothers • Gale Meyer • Birke Knipping • von Briesen and Roper SC • Jane Bartell • Dale & Nanci Bjorling • An anonymous couple because • Isthmus • Bruning Foundation, In honor of • Joe & LuAnn Meyers • Robert & Gloria Knipschild • Wahlin Foundation on behalf of • Tom & Sally Basting • Dr. James H. Black they believe Overture is a beautiful • Park Bank Jamal Kharbush & Beth Bingham • Nicholas & Elaine Mischler • Shine United Stoughton Trailers, Inc. • Dean & Nancy Baumgardner • Miriam & Brian Boegel space that everyone should be • Rare Steakhouse • Eliot Butler • Mark & Nancy Moore • Mark & Laura Kruck • Zendesk • Mark Bennett • Robert Bolles able to enjoy. • Total Wine & More • Lau & Bea Christensen • Dennis & Karen Neff • Marty & Mary Krueger • Dianne Benson & Kristin Koeffler • John & Jan Bonsett-Veal $1,000 - $4,999 • Cummings Christensen • Paul Berge & Patricia Sweeney • Tim Neuville • Dan Kruse $10,000 - $14,999 • Therese Borneman 2015/16 Local Legends Family Foundation • Linda & Niles Berman • Glenda Noel-Ney & William Ney • The Kurtz Family Foundation • American Transmission Company • The DeAtley Family Foundation • Dr. Liberty Boucher • Altria • Judy & Mark Bunge • Orange Tree Imports • Richard & Judy Kvalheim • Jim & Sue Bakke • Arts Midwest • Marjorie Devereaux & David Hall • Cathy & Steven Brodbeck • The Burish Group of UBS • Michael Caliva & Marcy Seiler • Maxine & Dennis Palmer • Donald and Jean P. Kwapil • Diane Endres Ballweg • Beam Orthodontic Specialists • Sue & Rob Engelke • Bryan & Mary Brosamle • CUNA Mutual Group • Thomas & Patricia Carroll • Dr. Katherine Patterson • Donald Lang • Jim Imhoff & Kitty Kuhl • BMO Harris Bank • Dan & Natalie Erdman • Peggy & Christopher Bugg • Ho-Chunk Gaming • Wes Cash • Reynold V. Peterson • Beverly Larson • Jonathan & Susan Lipp • Broadway Across America • Scott & Mary Kolar • Frank Burgess • Johnson Bank • Dennis & Lynn Christensen • Frank & Laurie Peregrine • Gerald Lefert • Tom & Peggy Pyle • Chocolate Shoppe • Jun & Sandy Lee • Jim & Cathie Burgess • The Madison Club • David Coe • Robert Pesselman & • Dr. Richard & Christina Lemon • Cinnaire • Peggy Lindberg • Mary & Ken Buroker • Madison-Kipp Corporation • Scott & Jacqueline Cooper Gerri DiMaggio-Pesselman • Joshua David Lindsey

18 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 19 • Ronald Luskin & M. Therese Ruzicka • Peter & Alice Waldron • Karen Close • Jason Hampton • Michael Mc Fadden • Margaret Shea • Maija Maki-Laurila • Karen Walsh & James Berbee • Mrs. Justine Coburn • Eileen Hanneman • Mark McColloch & Theresa Roetter • Dr. Philip M. Shultz & • Mary Mc Ilwee • Laurence & Frances Weinstein • Lee Walter Columbus • Bruce Hansen • Mike & June McCowin Ms. Marsha Vandomelen • Sandy & John Mc Clure • Nicole Weiss • Dr. Gary & Judith Conger • Kurt Hansen • Jane McCracken • Maureen Skelton • Patrick Mckenna • Jim & Linda Welch • Ellen L. Connor • Linda Hanson • Jennifer McCreadie • Randall Smith • Cary & Brenda McNatt • Patricia Welch • Mark & Ellen Cook • Paul Harshner • Jason & Linda McCutchin • Thomas Smith & Jennifer Younger • Scott Meeker • Shela Westrate • Susan Cook • Thomas & Mary Beth Haunty • Tony McGrath • Vicki Spidahl • Mark Meloy • David L. White • Lois Corning • Richard Hellenbrand • Chris & Kelly Medenwaldt • Jayne Squirrell & Gary Lyons • Al & Judy Miller • Naomi W. Winfield • Frank & Karen Covelli • Rodney Heller • Sue Melrose • James Sugden, III • Neal & Cathy Miller • William & Ruth Yarborough • Barbara B. & Theodore E. Crabb • Brian & Annette Hellmer • Ken & Lisa Meschke • Mark Swandby • Steve N. Miller & Margaret J. Miller • Nicholas Cubick • Lucas Henning • Dan & Pam Millmann • Kevin Sweeney • Milwaukee Valve Understudy ($250- $499) • Robert Cushing • James Herman • Kate Morand • Jessica Taft • Mike Modl & Peg Littlefield-Modl • Lisa Cvengros & Nancy Nichols • Skyler Hessen • Sharon & Gregory Moses • Dan & Barb Takkunen • Ann & David Moffat • Anonymous (11) • John Daane • Linda J. Hill • Kamla Mukherjee • Peter and Ruth Taylor Household • David S. Morel • Lynne Adam • Ruth N. Dahlke • Susan V. Hollenbeck • Mr. William H Murnighan • Shari Telvick • Stephen Morton • Kit Albrecht • Dr. Seth Dailey & Iris Kurman • T.J. Holsen • Steven & Lesley Mylrea • Marsha & Sean Tesar • Barbie Murawski • Danny Andersen • Mark & Cinda Dalebroux • Chris Homburg • Robert Nale • Mary Ellen Thomas • Kathie J. Nichols • Brian Anderson • Susan & Richard Davidson • Jeff & Linda Huttenburg • Stephen Nickels • Herb & Connie Thompson • Marv Nonn • Carole Anderson • Ada Davis • Dan & Debbie Jackson • Sandra & Carl Norton • Rebecca Thousand & Eric Anderson KATIE DOWLING-MARCUS & DANIEL KUEHN • Stacey & Tyler Novogoratz • Charles & Carole Anderson • Dr. Mark De Clute • Sandy Jankowski • Len Nosal & Gretchen Macht • Beth & David Timm Co-Chairs, Overture Center Foundation • Dennis Appleton & Jennifer Buxton • Tom & Carol O'Connell • David & Diane Deci • Scott Jens • Kelley & Jeff Novak • Thomas and Diane Totten Development Committee • Alicia Ohnstad • Mark Backman • Shelley Denure & Mark Ristey • Alan Jentz • Kelly Jean Ohl • Gary & Janet Tupy • Nancy & Doug Palm • Jim & Sue Bakke • Bea & Gene Dewey • Jennifer Johnson • Beth Olson & Michael Williams • Barbara Utphall • Kevin Palmersheim & Kelsie Doty • Donald & Christina Barley • Lynnette Diedrich • Justin & Tammy Johnson • Renee & Andy Olson • James & Sylvia Vaccaro • Polly Panosh • Lawrence Barton • Carla & Michael DiIorio • Robert & Maryanne Julian • Ken One Peace • Marjorie Van Handel 2017/18 was a special year to be a donor to Overture • Frank & Patricia Parker • Nancy Bauer • Maureen Donahoe • Robert Julian • Tad Ottman • Christine Vande Voort Center for the Arts. A record number of individuals • William & Patricia Jo Paul • Dean & Nancy Baumgardner • Alison Dorner • Kristin Jungbluth • Erinn Palmer • Neil & Eileen Vassau • Thomas F. Baxter and families gave to support Overture’s performances, • Laura Peck & Gregory Anderson • Thomas, Kira & Brayden Dott • David Kassa • Jeanne Parus • Jane & Michael Voichick programs and even the building itself. We thank you so • Greg Pfluger & Connie McElrone • John Bayless, PhD • Susan Douglas • Sandra Kaul • Ron & Pat Paska • Mae Wachholz • Roger & Nancy Rathke • Mr. Brian D. Beaber & • Edmond Drewsen, III • John Kelly • Robert & Margaret Pearce • Burt & Georgia Wagner much for joining Overture’s community of donors. We • Tom & Jo Ann Reed Dr. John G. Rose Jr. • Lauri & Bruce Droster • Mike Kenig • Lori Pernsteiner • Jason & D.E. Walker-Crawford all give for our own reasons and we each have our • Lawrence Bechler • Timothy G. Reilly • Lisa Drozdowicz • John Kibler & Paul Cochran • Gretchen & John Petersen • Ann Wallace own Overture stories. • Sara E. Rem • Darrell & Michelle Behnke • Elizabeth Duncan • Kim & Lawrence Kieck • Richard L. Petersen-Stellish • Gabe Wand • Jan B. Robertson • Mary & O.L. Bell • John & Deidre Dunn • Kim Kieck • Ivan Pimienta • Joe & Lou Ann Ward Dan likes to support Kids in the Rotunda because, with • Susan Benjamin • Tim & Ann Salutz • Paul Dvorak • Charlene Kim • Bradd Piontek • Louis F. Warrick, Jr. four young children, it was a regular Saturday morning • Pablo Sanchez • Kelly & Darren Berg • Chris Eckerman • Randall Kimple • James W Pofahl • Cindy & Jeff Welch • Taemie Saucerman • Linda Bergren • Jane Eisner • Michael Dennis Knutson • Karen P. Pollack • Kathy & Richard Welnick activity for his family. He knows that visiting Overture • Larry Schauff • Robert & Kathie Besteman • Victoria Enright • Michael Kohlman • Michael Prestigiacomo • David & Cheryl Wersland has an immeasurable effect on his kids’ creativity and • Anna Biermeier & Roger Hanson • Thomas & Judy Scheidegger • Rod & Ruth Erickson • Steve & Lorene Kowalsky • Barbara Prindiville • Mark and Jeanne Whitish imagination. For example, after taking his daughter to • Joanna Turner Bisgrove • Bill Scheuerell & Ginny Janssen • Joe & Lori Ernst • Jeff Kramer & Jodi Pahs • Carol Randels • Barbara J. Widder see the National Geographic Live! - On the Trail of Big • Steven & Debra Schroeder • William & Denise Bjerregaard • Shad Fanta & Nina Kinnunen • Diane Kravetz & Mark Saltzman • Carolyn & Peter Rank • Rick Wilcox • Natalie & Peter Senecal • Donna Blankenbaker • Lisa Feken • Kristine Krigsvold • Kimmy Ray • Marybeth Wilk & Katherine Brophy Cats this past season, she set up a camera pointed into • Edward & Julie Shinnick • Tom & Paula Blankenheim • Patricia Ann Fenner • Janice C. Kuchar • Cheryl Retzlaff • Elizabeth Willems the backyard to catch images of sneaky wildlife! • Mark Simmons • Michael Bond • Grace Flood • Michael and Sharon Kuhn • Catherine Richard • Mr. & Mrs. Phillip Willems • Terry Sivesind • Gloria Borchert • Flora & Douglas Flygt • Thomas Kurtz • Kurt Riegel & Jocelyn DeWitt • Joyce & Joe Wilson Katie is one of thousands of parents across Wisconsin • Susan Skinner • Barbara Borders • Ingrid & Dick Foley • Michael & Megan Kushner • John Rinehart & Barbara Conley • Colleen & Joseph Woerner whose child participates in the Jerry Awards. She is • Amie Borgelt • Pam Smestad • Sara Fortune • Susan Landgraf • Fred & Laura Robertson • Betsy Wolfe so thankful for a program that honors high school • Ed & Jennifer Snow • John Braden • Pixi & Bob Foulks • Sid and Juli Larson • Paul Roehr • Joy & Richard Wood • Ronald & Christine Sorkness • Patricia Brady & Robert Smith • Cheryl Frazier Household • Charles Leadholm & Jeanne • Georgia & Scott Roeming • Doug Zblewski students for their achievements in the arts. From seeing • Jim & Kathy Sosnouski • Angelo and Betty Branch • John Fritsch & John Cannon Parus Household • Norma L. Romes & • Joan M. Ziehr her son grow as he participated in productions by • Amondee Brandt • Ross & Megan Squires • John Frohna • Robert Leschke Ms. Angela Jaenke • Joseph Zirneskie Children’s Theater of Madison on Overture’s stages • Don & Evie Breitenbach • Alex Squitieri • Dr. Warren E. Gall • Craig & Kathleen Levenick • Karl Rosengren & • Dave & Sandy Zweifel up to his first year in the Jerry Awards, Katie knows • James & Judith St. Vincent • Karen Brown • Heather Gerhart • Marsha Lindsay Sarah Mangelsdorf • Cindy Statz Dybdahl • Dale & Jackie Bruckner • Kimberly & William Giesecke • Mary Linton • Steve & Judith Rubert Overture’s programs and resident companies help • Robert & Marsha Steffen • Bill & Lynne Buckingham • Susan Glad-Anderson • Michael Linn • Guenther & Sharon Ruch Madison’s young people develop their dreams of • Alice Buechner • Sue & Don Steinmetz • Michael Grasee • Richard Linton • Stephen & Mary Rudolph becoming artists. • Joe & Phyllis Stertz • Michael Burch • Frank & Mary Graziano • Suzanne Linton • H. David & Maryann Schacht • Suad & David Stratton • Cat Burkat & Jason Schoephoester • JoAnn Gruber-Hagen & • Efrat Livny • James Schaefer We give to Overture because of the impact it has on • Debra Byars • John Surdyk Doug Hagen • Constance Ludlum • Scott & Angela Schellenberger our lives and families. Overture could not put on dozens • Terry Family Foundation • Michael Cain & Anita Sprenger • Roderick Gumz • Tenneille Ludwig • Gregg Scherer • Vicki & Steve Thedinga • Scott W. Carey • Nancy & Peter Gunder • Sandee Macht • Greg & Rita Schmitz of performances—like On the Trail of Big Cats—without • Patricia A. Thomas • Margaret Carlson & Carla Draper • David & Alice Gustafson • Greg & Megan Mahaffey • Susan Schmitz & Gary Peterson donor support. Overture could not encourage the next • Kate J. Thompson • Connie Chapman • Colleen Hagen • Mary & Eileen Maher • Jeff Schmoeger generation of Madison’s artists—like the students in the • Peter Jay Chenoweth • Heather Tiller • Paul Hagen • Sarah Mangelsdorf • Jean Schomisch & John Luehrsen Jerrys—without gifts like yours. Overture itself could not • Gregg & Janice Tipple • Kevin & Connie Chesnik • Richard Hagensick • Bradley & Susan Manning • John H. Schreve • Denes Tobie • Joyce & Charles Clark • Amy S Hall • Jim & Lorel Maple • Barbara Schultz stand without the generosity of the Madison community. • Ellen Twing • Todd Clark • Eric V Halverson • Charles Martin & Kathryn Schubert • Gary M. & Barbara H. Schultz This special place makes such a difference in Madison, • Linda M. Clauder • Fred & Ann Urben • Ron R Halverson • James & Toni Mastrangelo • Tom & Julie Schuster and it could not happen without you. We thank you for • Arietta Clauss • Steven & Kristine Vaughn • Jan Hamik & Larry Studesville • Bruce Matthews & Eileen Murphy • John & Mary Schwartz making Overture a part of your story. • Michael Verveer • Heather Clefisch • Faye Hammen • Dr. Marlynn May • Ellen Selle

20 | Overture Center for the Arts 2017 / 18 Report to the Community | 21 LEGACY FOR THE ARTS LOCAL LEGENDS The Legacy for the Arts Immersive Exhibit, located in Overture’s Rotunda Lobby, was unveiled in 2017. Overture’s Local Legends will receive permanent recognition in the interactive exhibit designed by Zebradog of Madison. Thank you to Dave Alcorn, Merry Anderson, Michael Koszewski, Amadou Kromah and Zebradog for making this project possible.

Overture’s Local Legends are local companies, couples or individuals who’ve OVERTURE CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS pledged $100,000 to challenge area residents and businesses to support the arts at Overture for the 2017/18 Season. Ray Allen Deirdre Garton Charles Saeman Secretary, Wisconsin Department Owner, Quivey’s Grove Restaurant Chairman, State Bank of Cross Plains of Workforce Development Roberta Gassman Pablo Sanchez Linda Baldwin O’Hern* Senior Fellow, UW-Madison School Vice President, Park Bank Connor Hughes Family Custer Plumb Financial Services Retired Associate Publisher, Isthmus of Social Work Betty Harris Custer Richard Scott , Sr. Overture Center's presence is part of what makes Diane Ballweg Shawn Guse Mayoral Appointee “ President, Endres Manufacturing President & CEO, President, KOJO Productions downtown Madison successful and is helping Company Foundation Intuitive Biosciences, Inc. us to build a healthy city center. This wonderful Joe Sensenbrenner* Anna Burish Ana Hooker* Vice Chair facility is what I think of when I think of downtown Associate Director, Burish Group of Secretary Former Mayor, City of Madison Madison. Even the architecture of the building UBS Financial Services SVP of Operations, Exact Sciences Inc. John Surdyk engages people in the arts, and there’s so much Bryan Chan Daniel Kuehn Director, Initiative for Studies in that goes on here beyond what happens on the President, SupraNet Communications General Counsel, Transformational Entrepreneurship Plastic Ingenuity, Inc. UW – Madison stage. Overture offers opportunities for everyone, Dianne Christensen* from the programming for young children, adults, Owner, Christensen & Associates Jonathan Lipp Denes Tobie* CEO, Full Compass Systems, LTD Treasurer for dance lovers and for artists in the galleries— Betty Harris Custer* Partner, Wipfli LLP there is just so much available.” Chair Jeff Mack Charles & Barbara Saeman Jack & Sarah Salzwedel Owner, Custer Financial Services Mayoral Appointee Mike Verveer __ First Vice President - Private Banking, Mayoral Appointee Greg Dombrowski Park Bank Alder, Madison Common Council President, Johnson Bank Connor Hughes Family Jim Matras Telisa Yancy Katie Dowling-Marcus Retired, ITS Compliance Chief Marketing Officer, Visual Artist American Family Insurance

*Indicates Executive Committee Member Listing current as of 6/30/18

COMMUNITY ADVISORY BOARD Vance & Jody Tang Old National Bank Jair Alvarez, Benjamin Barlow, Hank Brand, Tony Castaneda, Ginger Contreras, Dawn Crim, Len Devaisher Araceli Esparza, Bernie Hoes, Sarah Karlen, Consuelo Lopez Springfield, Ron Luskin, Jo Oyama Miller, Ananda Mirilli, Leslee Nelson, Eugenia Podesta, Hedi Rudd, Joseph Stertz, Anglinia Washington, Karen Weatherwax Photos by Amadou Kromah

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