GRAND MARAIS PLAYHOUSE INC
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I am a parent of two girls, both involved in plays. Both have had a wonderful time. As a parent I also appreciate the amazing experience they are getting on stage, the support system of a mixed-age group of kids that continues to evolve and the inclusion of back stage experience that helps them see the entire process of putting together a bit of magic. My husband has been involved with stage-building, I have helped with costumes and my youngest daughter and I have written/performed in 10-minute plays. My kids see multiple community members who are involved as well as getting the chance to work with experienced professionals. It is a rich experience to share as a family. It is also an amazing thing to see in a smaller sized community.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
participating as well as being an audience member.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the inclusiveness - all are welcome to contribute as much or as little as they can.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
enthusiastic, passionate, accepting.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
provide even more to the community - play invitationals, writing/acting workshops, more access to play options, internships for students, increase in playhouse support staff, improvements in software for lighting/sound equipement
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I have been involved as both a consumer, volunteer and actor in the playhouse. The quality of productions are awesome. The impact on the kids in the community involved is noticable. I have watched very young kids become confident, artistic teens.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
watching the kids on stage stay in character and take their acting (in Cinderella) seriously.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
I have had the great pleasure to be able to be involved in many great productions. Everything to acting, helping with sets and tech, ushering... the list goes on and on. I have learned so much during every production. I have also been moved by the great people, both staff and volunteers, and the lasting friendships that have been built.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
wonderful to work with. They help build the community.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
stage even more amazing productions, help teach more people.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
The Grand Marais Playhouse impacted my life at an early age! I started getting involved as a child and have been a huge fan and volunteer for many years. I rarely miss a production and bring family and friends along whenever I can. It is amazing what this theater can accomplish with all local community members. It is a great asset to the area both for locals and for visitors!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Friendships! Great plays! Great experiences both as a child and as an adult with this organization! I'm continually learning new things! I'll keep coming back!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The mix of kids and adults working together. Getting to know community members. Great shows!
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Friendly and knowledgeable
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
do more of the same!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Grand Marais Playhouse is an integral part and essential element of our community. It has a 40-year history of giving both students and adults a wonderful opportunity to experience the joys and rewards of high-quality theater. The Playhouse could provide even more tangible and intangible benefits to the community if there were greater financial resources available.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
seeing the smiles on the faces of the audience and the actors, young and old, as their lives have been enriched by a performance.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
spending quality time with high school students in their quest to navigate through the challenges of life.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
extraordinarily talented, dedicated, professional, competent, compassionate, hard-working, and underpaid.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
pay staff a living wage with health benefits, upgrade facility and equipment, give a performance on Broadway.
Ways to make it better...
financial resources had been more.
One thing I'd also say is that...
Director Sue Hennessy is a one-in-a-million asset to the Playhouse and the community.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
My husband and I spend summer and part of the fall in Grand marais and imust say that the productions put on at the Playhouse are among the highlights of the season. They are well done,very well staged and acted. Even though it is a very small town the playhouse has a multitude of talent that adds to it's success. We look forward toeach production and only wish there could be more. Another admiral asset to the community the Playhouse offers ,is that each production offers one performance where the public can pay anything they like. This a great public service as it allows people toenjoy even if they are of limited means.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
grand marais minn. It, a small town just south of the Canadian bourder and the Boundry Waters betweenn Canada and the United States.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
They are a very deticated kind and caring group that cares very much about serving the community with quality theatrical productions.They wre w
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Build a facility in a area that could sorely use aan arts center that could serve a very under served area.
Ways to make it better...
they wrer able to produce more productions.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
The Grand Marais Playhouse is a great community organization on many levels. I have created lasting friendships, challenged my mind, and became a part of something special each time I've been a part of a play. Watching the kids on stage is a joy and what they learn is immeasurable! I will continue to support the Playhouse and the great work that they do!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
acting, backstage work
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
making friends! opening nights!
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
very professional and encouraging!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
I have attended plays at the Grand Marais Playhouse for over 34 years. When I think of the Playhouse, I think of exciting scripts with top shelf acting. We are blessed with talented community actors and a very energetic, imaginative artistic director who guides and leads the team. Our director makes it fun to be a volunteer and is always bend-over-backwards appreciative of whatever the volunteers accomplish. Attending our local Playhouse productions are always my favorite community event!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
watching both community adults and children discover they can not only read lines, but excel in acting. It is such a joy to see people in their acting debut who are exceptional on stage. Without the Playhouse, they never would have unveiled their talent
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the variety of plays produced in such a small town: musicals, dramas, comedies, thrillers and the list continues.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Always hard working, always friendly and encouraging.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
spread the joy of community theater to more areas of the state and region and hire more staff, so our Artistic Director would not need to work so many hours.
Ways to make it better...
I honestly love the Grand Marais Playhouse and how it operates. I cannot think of what I would change.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
The costs of production often overwhelm the local budgets available.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
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