Omaha Performing Arts Community Report for 2015-2016 by Omaha Performing Arts

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A N O T E FR O M T H E P R E S I D E N T This past season, Omaha Performing Arts celebrated our 10th Anniversary. It was a remarkable year filled with performances by incredible artists and ensembles that moved and inspired us. It was a season that showcased the breadth of what we bring to our community and the lives we touch through the arts. We broadened our Education and Community Engagement activities with the launch of Carnegie Hall’s Musical Explorers program and the growth of the Nebraska High School Theatre Awards program, which reached a record 51 schools across the state. We also updated our two fabulous venues, the Holland Center and Orpheum Theater, to ensure they are maintained at the highest level to serve patrons and artists alike. All of this was made possible thanks to our donors, arts partners, resident companies, the community, and most importantly, our board of directors, staff and volunteers. They made last season such a success. All of us now join together to focus on the future. Sadly, that future will be without our founding donor and friend, Dick Holland, who died in August at the age of 95. Dick will be remembered for his warmth, sense of humor, fierce intelligence and curiosity, and most of all, for his profound impact on our community. His vision and passion inspire us as we enter our second decade. – Joan Squires, President

A N O T E FR O M T H E C H A I R M A N Omaha Performing Arts has made extraordinary progress in its first 10 years, and we had many reasons to celebrate this past anniversary season. We’ve hosted more than 3 million visitors to the Orpheum Theater and Holland Center and contribute $40 million in economic impact annually. More than 220,000 students have experienced our Education and Community Engagement programs. We’re proud to welcome renowned artists and ensembles to our stages. Our organization has transformed our community in this first decade. On behalf of the board, I am grateful to everyone who has attended, performed, volunteered, donated, and worked tirelessly to contribute to this success. We now enter our next decade saying goodbye to our major benefactor, Dick Holland, whose abiding passion for the arts and long-lasting commitment was vital to our achievements. We will honor his extraordinary support by continuing to build upon that great foundation. – John Gottschalk, Chairman

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Omaha Performing Arts Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 OPAS Foundation Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Vision, Mission and Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 10th Anniversary Season Performance Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Celebrate 10 Concert and Holland Stages Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Education and Community Engagement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Dedications and Renovations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Financial Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Donors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Volunteers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2

OMAHA PERFORMING ARTS BOARD John Gottschalk, Chairman Richard D. Holland, Vice Chairman Richard R. Bell Michael S. Cassling Meg Lauritzen Dodge Todd L. Johnson

Jack Koraleski Carl G. Mammel Walter Scott, Jr. D. David Slosburg John K. Boyer, Secretary

O PA S F O U N D AT I O N B O A R D John Gottschalk, Chairman Richard Holland, Vice Chairman John K. Boyer, Secretary

Carl G. Mammel Michael B. Yanney

OUR VISION A vibrant destination for extraordinary experiences that engage, inspire and connect.

We dedicate our first Community Report to our friend Dick Holland, 1921-2016.

OUR MISSION The mission of Omaha Performing Arts is to enrich the community through: ■ The presentation of the highest quality arts and entertainment experiences ■ The stewardship of the Orpheum Theater and Holland Performing Arts Center ■ Education and Community Engagement programs

O U R VA LU E S Trust… ■ We TRUST each other to make decisions in the best interest of the organization ■ We are open, honest and RESPECTFUL of each other Team… ■ We value RELATIONSHIP before task ■ We SUPPORT each other and are stronger as a team ■ We EMBRACE CHANGE and encourage new ideas

Omaha Performing Arts’ Board of Directors: Joan H. Squires (President), Walter Scott, Jr., Meg Lauritzen Dodge, D. David Slosburg, Carl G. Mammel, John K. Boyer (Secretary), Richard R. Bell, John Gottschalk (Chairman), Todd L. Johnson and Michael B. Yanney (OPAS Foundation Board). Not Pictured: Richard D. Holland (Vice Chairman,) Michael S. Cassling and Jack Koraleski.

Integrity… ■ We are dependable, RELIABLE and responsible in our actions ■ We DO THE RIGHT THING and strive for excellence

10 T H A N N I V E R S A R Y S E A S O N P E R F O R M A N C E H I G H L I G H T S

Among the season’s onstage highlights: far left, Ashley Murphy of Dance Theatre of Harlem; left, Ramsey Lewis and Phillip Bailey, Yo-Yo Ma and Kathryn Stott. Top right, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA; middle right, Harry Connick Jr., Garrison Keillor, Diana Ross; lower left, Wild Kratts Live. PHOTO CREDITS – Dance Theatre of Harlem photo by Matthew Murphy. Ramsey Lewis and Phillip Bailey photo by Bill Bungard. Yo-Yo Ma and Katherine Stott photo by Todd Rosenberg. THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA: Chris Mann and Katie Travis - photo by Matthew Murphy.

C E L E B R AT E 10 C O N C E R T Omaha Performing Arts opened the 10th Anniversary Season with the Celebrate 10 Concert at the Holland Center on October 16, 2015. Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth headlined the event, performing iconic songs from her best-known shows. She also shared the stage with students from the Nebraska High School Theatre Awards program. Several community partners also performed: the Omaha Symphony, Opera Omaha, Ballet Nebraska, and Salem Baptist Church.

Above left: Salem Baptist Church singers. Above right: Kristin Chenoweth with students of the Nebraska High School Theatre Awards program. Right: Kristin Chenoweth in concert.

H O L L A N D S TA G E S FE S T I VA L On October 17, 2015, we said thank you to the community by hosting Holland Stages. This free daylong festival featured more than 40 performers and ensembles of national and international significance on seven stages throughout the Holland Center. Notable artists: • Aerial troupe BANDALOOP • Jazz master Delfeayo Marsalis • Acclaimed composer Daniel Bernard Roumain • Indie superstar and Omaha native, Conor Oberst Curated stages by: • Maha Music Festival • Hear Nebraska • Omaha Under the Radar • Omaha Blues Society • The Rose

Above left: BANDALOOP performs on the exterior of the Holland Center. Left: James Maakestad in a Holland Stages performance. Above: Fun in the Kids’ Zone.

E D U C AT I O N

Musical Explorers Omaha Performing Arts launched a new K-2 program in partnership with Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute. More than 600 students from three Omaha public elementary schools participated in the inaugural year, which ended with an interactive concert at the Holland Center.

Student Matinees More than 11,000 students attended our 2015/2016 Student Matinee Series, which included daytime performances from Dance Theatre of Harlem, Ballet Nebraska and National Geographic Live’s On the Trail of Big Cats with Steve Winter.

“Omaha Performing Arts has enabled me to follow my ambitions of

Master Classes

Nebraska High School Theatre Awards

More than 900 students and adults took part in Master Classes offered by Omaha Performing Arts. Notable professional artists who led workshops in 2015/2016 include members of Dance Theatre of Harlem, Ballet Folklorico and Delfeayo Marsalis with the UNO Jazz Band.

Launched in 2013 with just 22 schools, NHSTA reached a record number of 51 schools in the 2015/2016 season. More than 5,100 students from 25 Nebraska cities were able to receive valuable feedback from our team of adjudicators and much more. Broadway cast members led workshops, sharing their experiences and career advice.

becoming a professional musician and artist! Their support is one reason why I am pursuing my dreams today.” – Marcel Daly NHSTA student

COMMUNIT Y ENGAGEMENT

SPECIAL HIGHLIGHT:

Community performances at the Holland

Community workshop with Dance Theatre of Harlem

■ Showchoir Showcase ■ Band Day at the Holland ■ Louder Than A Bomb State finals

Heroes’ Night at THE WIZARD OF OZ Omaha Performing Arts offered complimentary tickets for Blue Star Families, an organization that supports families who have members serving in the Armed Forces. We recognized active military and veterans at the top of the show with a presentation of colors by Burke High School Junior ROTC.

Sixty dancers of all ages from the community participated in workshops led by members of Dance Theatre of Harlem. The two classes, one for advanced dancers and one for beginners, were hosted at Salem Baptist Church in Omaha.

“Get Up and GO” project with NEWSIES and Girls, Inc. Cast members from Disney’s NEWSIES shared their gift of dance with eighthgraders from Omaha’s Girls Inc. The class was part of a wellness campaign promoting fun ways young people can lead healthier lifestyles. After the class, the girls attended the Broadway musical at the Orpheum.

Arts Access program Sixty-nine social service and education organizations received free tickets to performances. More than $50,000 worth of tickets were distributed to underserved community members.

Other highlights: ■ Post-show Talkback with Ballet Folklorico ■ Partnership 4 Kids Career Day at the Holland and Jazz on the Green ■ Hosted the Omaha Girls Rock camp ■ Hosted A Work on the Wheel, Salem Baptist Church’s fine arts camp ■ Presentation of Salem Baptist Church’s Christmas production, “Joyful Noise”

Preshow performances by BluesEd students at Jazz on the Green BluesEd student bands opened for headliners at Jazz on the Green at Midtown Crossing. BluesEd brings high schoolers together to learn about blues music through workshops and performances. Pictured at left: BluesEd band Dilemma.

E D U C AT I O N A N D C O M M U N I T Y E N G A G E M E N T

Top row: left, Ballet Folklorico Master Class; center and right, Musical Explorers concert. Bottom row: left, Jazz on the Green draws enthusiastic crowds; Nebraska High School Theatre Awards Master Class with Disneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NEWSIES; Dance Theatre of Harlem Master Class.

D E D I C AT I O N S A N D R E N O VAT I O N S Carl G. Mammel Courtyard Omaha Performing Arts named the courtyard at the Holland Center in honor of Carl G. Mammel. The designation is in recognition of Mammelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s generous contributions and support of the performing arts. The Holland Center was designed to have three major performance and event spaces: the Peter Kiewit Concert Hall, the Suzanne and Walter Scott Recital Hall and now the Carl G. Mammel Courtyard.

Carl Mammel

Zinc The restaurant Zinc was moved from its temporary location to its permanent home on the ground floor of the Holland Center. The new space was funded by a generous donation from Todd and Susan Johnson (pictured at right.)

Susan Morris Star Artist Suite The Star Artist Suite was named in honor of Susan Morris, president of Heritage Services, who led the original fundraising campaign and oversaw the design and construction of the Holland Center. The Susan Morris Star Artist Suite is a gift from the Heritage Services Board of Directors in recognition of her accomplishments.

David and Sue Morris with Kristin Chenoweth

Pat and Dick Bell

John and Carmen Gottschalk Founders Room Refurbishment The John and Carmen Gottschalk Founders Room at the Holland Center, a key space and patron amenity, was refurbished with a significant gift from Pat and Dick Bell in honor of the Gottschalks.

FI N A N C I A L I N F O R M AT I O N

Contributed revenue: Omaha Performing Arts Budget:

$18,332,125

Earned revenue:

30%

70%

Sources of Revenue Earned Revenue:

Contributed Revenue:

■ Ticket Sales

■ Individual

■ Facility Rentals

■ Corporate Sponsorships

■ Special Events

■ Foundations ■ Public Funding ■ Volunteers

Endowment Planned Giving: Endowment gifts are invested by the OPAS Foundation, which grants funds to Omaha Performing Arts for facility needs, programs and operations. Gifts to the endowment fund are recognized with a membership in the Marquee Society.

BY THE NUMBERS In 2015/2016…

353,631 people attended events at the Orpheum Theater and Holland Center 38,762 students were served by Education and Community Engagement programs $40 million annual economic impact 275-300 events per year 50% visitors from outside Douglas County

In the past 10 years…

3 million people have visited Omaha Performing Arts’ venues 220,000 people have participated in Education and Community Engagement programs

Venue Rankings

Holland Center:

Orpheum Theater:

• No. 2 in the Midwest among similar venues†

• No. 6 in the Midwest among similar venues†

• No. 129 worldwide in ticket sales among similar venues*

• No. 53 worldwide in ticket sales among similar venues*

† Source: Venues Today magazine

* Source: Pollstar magazine

DONORS CIRCLES OF GIVING

Benefactors Circle ($6,000 +)

Jim and Susan Tracy

Theresa and Arnold Reeves

Cassandra and Gary Pietrok

Nancy and John Webster

Louise Rinn

Mrs. Susan Presler

Directors Circle ($25,000 +)

Anonymous

Anne and Arnie Weitz

Ms. Constance M. Ryan

Mr. H. Douglas Riley

Jerry and Patricia Schomers

James P. Roubal

Mr. and Mrs. L. Fred Amis

Susan and Bill Cutler

Sustainer ($1,200 +)

Friedland Family Foundation

Ms. Patricia Alexander

Dr. Michael Sesemann and Barbara Ruser

Barb Shaffer

Mr. and Mrs. Richard R. Bell The John K. and Lynne D. Boyer Family Foundation

Daniel Hamann

Frosty and DeEtte Anderson

Dr. James and Carole Tremain

Jean and Tyrus Soares

Jennifer Hamann

Mr. Jonathan Baker

Peter and Mary Anne Tulipana

Drs. James E. and Pamela S. Specht

Michael Cassling Family

Doug and Vikki Kotil

Claudia Barthold

Bob and Chris Turner

Ms. Stephanie Spiegel

Debby Durham Family Foundation

Robert and Myrna Krohn

Jill Boyle

Jim Vanhauer

Dr. and Mrs. George Surber

John and Carmen Gottschalk

Bobette and Jay R. Lerner

Ed and Bev Burchfield

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Walker

Drs. Jon and Ann Taylor

Howard and Rhonda Hawks

Sharee and Murray Newman

Mark and Jennifer Cade

Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Watanabe

Mr. Vance Taylor

Richard D. Holland

Jane D. and Thompson H. Rogers

Mr. Adam Caldwell

Mr. and Mrs. Zachary Weiss

Emily Tonniges

Todd and Susan Johnson

Mr. and Mrs. Paul G. Smith

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Connolly

Jack and Stephanie Koraleski

Joan H. Squires

Mr. and Mrs. Roy Dinsdale

Supporter ($600 +)

Irving and Gail Veitzer

Carl and Marilyn Mammel

Jane Tonniges

Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Eliason

Anonymous (2)

Dr. and Mrs. Dennis Weiss

The Thomas F. McGowan Family

Dr. and Mrs. Stanley M. Truhlsen

William and Barbara Fitzgerald

Mrs. Jane Alseth

William and Harriet Otis Fund

David and Dana Zucker

Kim M. Folta

Nicole Anderson Ericksen

Mr. David Wiesman and Ms. Cynthia Epstein

Suzanne and Walter Scott Foundation

Anne Thorne Weaver

Curt and Beth Greiner

Mr. Murray D. Backhaus

Dr. Rob and Jennifer Zatechka

Dr. John and Janis Haggstrom

Bruce and Rkachea Carpenter

Dr. and Mrs. Michael Zlomke

Martha and David Slosburg

Associates Circle ($2,800 +)

Mr. and Mrs. Brian Hamilton

Hal and Mary Daub

James and Dawn Hammel

Michael and Molly Erftmeir

Contributor ($300 +)

Fellows Circle ($10,000 +)

Anonymous (3)

John and Ibby Hancock Terry and Judy Haney

Brenda Evans, Ph.D. and Thomas Evans

Mr. and Mrs. John L. Adler

Bob and Judy Bates

Mogens and Cindy Bay

Jeff and Danielle Gordman

Roger and Sandy Howard

Dr. and Mrs. Kevin L. Garvin

Anonymous (4)

Fran and Rich Juro

Leona Harlan

Mr. Wood Hull

Dr. and Mrs. William Griffin

Clare and Duane Baylor

Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Kelley

Karen and Kim Hawkins

Bill Kernen

Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hahn

Dr. Amy Haddad and Steven Martin

Scott and Cindy Heider

Jim and Diny Landen

Kendra and Ben Ingram

Sally Bekins and the Bekins Foundation

Adam and Kathryn Koslosky

Kacey and Joe Lempka

Steven and Debbie Krambeck

Sandra and Robert Bianchi

Mr. Frank Matthews

Clarkson and Emily Lauritzen

Ms. Jennifer Maassen

Drs. Dale and Maria Krane

Dr. David L. Bolam

Jill and Terry Petersen

Mr. and Mrs. Nathan P. Dodge Jr.

Ms. Jodie Mackintosh

Barbara and Marshall Kushner

Stephen and Lyn Bouma

Jim and Kathy Simpson

Lenore Polack

Debra Mathews

Deborah Macdonald

Susan M. Burkhard

Mr. and Mrs. J William Scott

Carl and Zoe Riekes

Robert Narducci

Jeffrey and Stephanie Mesick

Mary Anne Dworak

Dr. and Mrs. Joel Schlessinger

Larry and Karen Nelsen

Senator and Mrs. E. Benjamin Nelson

Toni and Art Estes

Anthony and Christine Swerczek

Mr. and Mrs. Zed Ostenso

Joseph and Kathryn Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor

Mr. and Mrs. Ron Feuerbach

John and Diane Scott

Tom and Jennifer Pansing

Ms. Stephanie Okeefe

Jere and Diane Fonda

Del and Phyllis Toebben

Ronald and Teri Quinn

Dr. Dennis and Jeanne Pestal

Ms. Lori Frederick

Jack and Judy Baker

Eve Simon

Mr. and Mrs. Eric Vacanti

Mrs. Katie Althoff

Foundations

Mr. and Mrs. Martin P. Reagan

Thank you to these companies that match employee contributions: Apple

Dr. Michael and Mrs. Kathlyn Gross

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Russell

Benevity

Iowa West Foundation

Ms. Barbara Haggart

Molly and Toby Schropp

Cargill Incorporated

Midlands Community Foundation

Drs. John and Victoria Halgren

Gennean M. Scott

CSG Systems, Inc.

Omaha Community Foundation

Robert and Carolyn Hansen

Jeff and Becky Sharp

First Data Resources

Pacific Life Foundation

Stan and Donna Haynes

Sissy Katelman Silber

Google

Peter Kiewit Foundation

Dave and Julie Hefflinger

Dr. and Mrs. Edgar H. Smith

Macy’s Foundation

Richard Brooke Foundation

Timothy Held and Jay Worden

Robert J. Smith

MidAmerican Energy Foundation

The Sherwood Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis C. Hirschbrunner

Dr. Terry Stofferson

NP Dodge Company

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Swartzbaugh

Pitney Bowes

Public Partners

Cookie and Jerry Hoberman

Mr. and Mrs. John Thomsen

Union Pacific

Mr. and Mrs. Walter Horner

Dr. Timothy and Mary Wahl

United Technologies

Douglas County Visitors Improvement Fund

Dr. and Mrs. John Hunziker

Gary and Sharon Welna

Mr. and Mrs. David Johnson

Robert and Christine Whitesel