Gaslight Theater at Shiners Historic Opera House Receives Generous Grant
— The Gaslight Theater at Shiners Historic Opera House is excited to announce that they have been awarded a significant grant to fulfill their long-cherished dream of remodeling the theater's lighting. This generous grant will not only transform the theater experience for the local community but also open doors to enhance performing arts in the region.
The Gaslight Theater team is immensely grateful to the Don Kaspar Foundation for their unwavering support in making this dream a reality. Their generous contribution will enable the theater to invest in modern lighting equipment, making productions even more captivating and vibrant.
In the spirit of paying it forward and fostering artistic growth in the community, the Gaslight Theater has exciting plans for the future. Kaspar further explained, "We have plans to conduct a One Act Play Festival, opening our theater's doors to all surrounding OAP (One Act Play) groups to perform in front of live audiences before their competitions. This will not only be a fantastic opportunity for these groups but also a chance for the community to enjoy and appreciate their talents."
Additionally, once the new lighting is installed, the Gaslight Theater is eager to offer lighting seminars for schools and businesses. These seminars will bring in industry professionals to teach the art and techniques of lighting design, providing valuable knowledge that can enhance presentations and productions in various fields.
This grant from the Don Kaspar Foundation represents a remarkable milestone in the history of the Gaslight Theater and the Shiners Historic Opera House. It not only helps preserve the rich heritage of this historic venue but also strengthens its commitment to promoting the arts and culture within the community.The Gaslight Theater and Shiners Historic Opera House extend their heartfelt thanks to the Don Kaspar Foundation and look forward to a brighter, more vibrant future for the theater and the community it serves.
This grant marks a significant milestone in the Gaslight Theater's history, preserving the historic venue's heritage and promoting arts and culture in the community.
by David Ehrig on October 19
For more information on how you can be a part of the Don G. Kaspar Foundation Mission: contact David Ehrig david@donkaspar.org or 830-832-6063
