Operating Support
ACHF Arts Access
Strengthen and grow local partnerships and playwright-community connections for the benefit of Minnesota communities. Track number and scope of partnerships compared with recent years; track constituencies served; assess nature and depth of partnerships; collect data and feedback on unique goals achieved through written partnership evaluations. 2: Broaden access to membership among Minnesotans through community outreach, including the Opportunities Road Show, and through online and on-site program enhancements. Track number of members; track online engagement through Google analytics and on-site participation through attendance at classes, seminars, and Open Play events; survey members about effectiveness of program improvements.
Partnered with Ten Thousand Things, Mu Performing Arts, and Jungle Theater to co-develop new plays by Minnesota-based writers and move them to production. Impact was assessed through artists' written surveys and conversations with collaborating theaters about the audiences reached. Of the 100 theaters interested in partnering with the Center, eleven are based in the Twin Cities. 2: Engaged Minnesota-based playwrights through artist resource fairs and developed their playwriting skills through an expanded program of classes and seminars. Conducted a survey of 1,600 playwright members--with an 8% response rate--to assess program services and plan future improvements. Total membership grew 8%, with approximately 400 members based in Minnesota.
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