Have you ever entered a theatre or museum and wondered how all this magic came together; the lighting, the set design, costumes, the exhibits? Who helped those actors on stage become who they are today…..perhaps a life-changing theatre teacher in 3rd grade?
The individuals who make the arts happen are so tirelessly committed to what they do — without them, the magic of the arts would not be what it is today. Those unsung heroes are critically important to the success of the arts community. I am sure you know of or have seen some of those behind the curtain heroes.
For the past four years, ON Media, publisher of theater programs in Phoenix and Tucson (and onstageaz.com), has honored an arts hero each month of the performing arts season.
Read all about our 2019-2020 Arts Heroes in the booklet linked below.
September 2019: Judith Wolf
October 2019: Jen Rogers
November 2019: Mike Focareto
December 2019: Valerie Bontrager
January 2020: Tom Raffaeli
February 2020: Rita Hamilton
March 2020: Allan Naplan
April 2020: Christopher Cano
May 2020: Doug Sydnor
Sponsored by Salt River Project in Phoenix, this program believes in the heroes behind the scenes. Each month a hero is selected for each city, with nominations having been submitted by the community. The hero is featured in a two-page article and photo in all theatre programs for that one chosen month. The heroes gather at the end of the season for a celebration. While diverse in interests, age and backgrounds, they are all passionate about the arts of Arizona!
Now is your chance to recognize an Arts Hero! Do you know of a hero you would like to nominate?
Go to onmediaaz.com/our-passion to submit your nomination.
Arts matter to all of us!
