At Market Theatre, we believe in the transformative power of the arts. Our commitment to making the arts accessible to all is unwavering. The 2023 Arts for All Gala & Awards is a testament to this dedication, and we couldn’t have brought this vision to life without the generous support of our partners and sponsors. We extend our heartfelt thanks to each of our gracious partners and sponsors for helping to bring the Gala vision to life!
On Thursday, October 12, Market Theatre will be celebrating the accomplishments of the past year and looking at the season to come at our annual Arts for All Gala! With tickets going quickly for this one-of-a-kind event (the deadline to reserve your seat is October 5!), we wanted to outline what the Arts for All Gala is and what it means to attend our biggest party of the year.
Much like the rock in the old hymn, the music of the ‘80s gave listeners a sense of escape from the ravages of what was happening in society. The ‘80s were a time of turmoil and political unrest. Unemployment, protests, strikes, and violence were prevalent. Materialism and consumerism were exploding. Television news inundated the viewers with scenes of war, turbulence, and police brutality. John Lennon was shot and killed outside of his home. The AIDS crisis took the lives of hundreds of thousands of people. Musicians and artists wanted to make a difference.
Although Alexis performed throughout her life and was pursuing a Theatre Acting degree, she knew she wanted to be an artist since she was a young child. Alexis says “I fell in love with Van Gogh, but some discouraged me to not go in that direction saying ‘I would die a broke and starving artist.’” She clearly didn't let that stop her! Meet Market Theatre’s Resident Scenic Artist, Alexis Morehead, and get a behind the scenes looks at the process.
“It is important to note that our project is an "Experiment" aimed at uplifting the standard of living for the residents without displacing them from their community. Through this experiment, we strive to achieve positive change while mitigating any adverse effects. Hence, we proudly identify ourselves as The Cleo Bailey Experiment.” - Zephaniah Smith, co-founder of the Cleo Bailey Experiment
Let’s take a journey back to high school. (For some of us, it was just last year. For others, it may take a little longer to get there). The bell has just rung. You’re walking down the crowded hallway, headed to your next class… As you pass a hundred students, one stands out ahead. You look up, you see each other, and you know exactly who he is, even if you don’t know him at all, because he is just like you…. A theatre kid.
