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North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

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Supporting the arts, enriching our community, and helping shape the future of the North Shore Center.

Foundation

What It Supports

Artistic Programming

Bringing outstanding performances to the stage

Foundation support helps present world-class theater, music, dance, and family programming at the North Shore Center. These performances feature artists from our local community as well as nationally and internationally recognized performers, reflecting the cultural diversity and artistic excellence of the region.

Education & Community

Expanding access to the performing arts

The Foundation plays a vital role in connecting audiences of all ages to live performance. Support helps fund education programs such as Youtheatre, student matinees, free and reduced-price tickets, and community engagement initiatives that introduce thousands of young people to the arts each year.

Facilities & Access

Investing in the guest experience

Foundation support helps improve the North Shore Center experience through facility enhancements, accessibility upgrades, and continued investment in a safe, welcoming, world-class venue for artists and audiences alike.

Community Impact

Making the arts accessible to our community

Each year, Foundation support allows the Center to reach more than 12,000 students through education programs, provide thousands of free and reduced-price tickets to young audiences, host free community performances, and improve accessibility and sustainability throughout the facility.

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Leadership & Governance

The Foundation is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors comprised of civic and business leaders committed to artistic excellence, fiscal responsibility, and community engagement.
Foundation Board of Directors
Officers
Al Rigoni, Chair
John W. Haben, Secretary
Ross Mathée, Treasurer
Directors
Janis Fine | Scott Gendell | Tori Jepsen | Bob Quane | Joel Raynes | Michael Rosen | Glen Roter | Gina Speckman | Mayor Ann Tennes | Paul S. Watford | Zachary Williams
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Support the Foundation

Your gift to the North Shore Center Foundation supports the full life of the Center, from artistic programming and arts education to accessibility improvements, community engagement, and the ongoing care of a welcoming, high-quality venue.

Every contribution makes a difference. Your generosity helps sustain meaningful cultural experiences for audiences today while investing in the future of the arts on the North Shore.

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