About Blackbird Theatre

The Blackbird Theatre is Moving.

After seven great years in its location on Pauline Boulevard, the Blackbird is moving the operation to downtown Ann Arbor. It has been a wild ride, a real adventure. And now, our company is making the biggest step in its history. After over 35 full productions, and the formation of a one-of-a-kind free youth drama program, the Blackbird is now taking it even further.

 
Negotiations are underway to lease a building in downtown Ann Arbor. On the weekends, patrons can enjoy a leisurely dinner downtown and then stroll over to see the show. During the week, students can walk or bike over to the space to rehearse or take classes. Our company’s impact on the community is huge. We bring art to the lives of young people. We take artistic risks. We make bold choices and produce award-winning new and classic plays. The Blackbird is only one theatre around so passionate about both art and community.           

This means a fuller schedule. This means risky new productions from a theatre already known for its daring, bold, original work. This move means the theatre will flourish and grow like never before. And we want you to come along with us.

$50,000 to raise.
We have begun a capital campaign to make all of this possible. We are looking to raise $50,000. A generous patron has already committed $20,000 in matching funds in the name of Jim Posante. He was a mentor and an inspiration, a teacher, a consummate artist. Jim remains in our hearts and minds as we make this jump into the next phase in our company’s development. This matching donation doubles your money. It turns your $500 into $1000.

Look over the next few pages. Included here is an envelope, and a gift form with easy instructions for how you can support our efforts. This holiday, I hope you will consider making a donation to the Blackbird Theatre. On Sunday, December 6, the lights went down on the “old” Blackbird for the last time. Thanks for all your support. You have brought us this far. And now we are ready to push boldly forward.

All the best,

Barton Bund                                                  Dana Sutton
Founding Artistic Director                              Business Manager/Associate Artistic Director
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