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This project was completed on Oct 26, 2020
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Matched with Jay J.
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Mission, Vision & Values
A Red Orchid Theatre
Mission, Vision & Values
Project details
What we need
- Review of existing mission, vision and/or values
- Analysis of the existing programs and any future plans
- Strategic consultation surrounding the existing functions and the core needs the Organization seeks to address
- Freshly written mission, vision & values statements
What we have in place
- We currently have a case for support from 2018, which should make it easy for you to get started. We also have metrics and reporting for FY19 and FY20, and the ability to provide any other information you need.
How this will help
This project will save us $7,248 , allowing us to re-invest these dollars in our artists and artistic programs, which are at the core of everything we do.
A Red Orchid Theatre has experienced tremendous growth over the last five years. As we look ahead to the future, we have identified a need to approach our development program more strategically. Developing a strong case for support that not only amplifies our history of artistic and fiscal success, but also imagines creative possibilities for our future, will be critical as we further develop our annual and major gifts programs.
Project plan
Posted by
D T.
Volunteer manager
Our mission
A Red Orchid Theatre is an ensemble of artists dedicated to the proliferation of live theatre in the modern world. We believe that theatre is the greatest sustenance for the human spirit and approach our work with a palpable sense of social compassion, aesthetic rigor, and honesty. By presenting new plays from all over the world and by reviving insightful works from the past that bear new relevance today, we aim to seek out and build new audiences for the modern stage.
What we do
A Red Orchid Theatre is distinguished by our talented Ensemble and a reputation for pushing the boundaries of live theatre within our intimate, 70-seat house. Since its founding in 1993, the art produced on stage and the collaborative spirit of our Ensemble of actors, directors, writers, and designers have remained pivotal in shaping the organization. Each season we typically mount three plays whose design, staging, and direction are skillfully crafted and immersive and entertain more than 7,000 patrons annually. Of our 80 productions to date, more than half have been world, U.S., or Chicago premieres. This work has been recognized with 49 Jeff nominations and 11 JEFF Awards, and our Ensemble artists have been recognized with some of the highest honors in theatre.
As one of Chicago's leading storefront theatre companies, A Red Orchid is known for our fearless approach to performance and design in the service of intimate stories. Our thought-provoking work often questions what it means to be human, asking our audiences to confront sometimes uncomfortable truths with compassion for the characters, themselves, and others. With rigorous inquiry, we deliver productions that deeply connect, ignite passion, and inspire reflection by holding a mirror to life. We dare ourselves to deliver timely, provocative, and powerful productions that take audiences to places others can't or won't.
The size of our theatre allows our patrons to experience their impact on a remarkably personal, uncommonly intimate scale. Live performance assumes a different power in a space like ours--a house where eye contact is made and human connection can carry directly from stage. The proximity of the audience to actors allows our productions to hold tension and bring viewers not just to the edge of our set and their seats, but into a truly transformative experience.
Testimonials
Jay was an absolute delight to partner with! He pushed our executive and artistic teams to ask difficult questions and to really dive into the data when thinking about building out our mission, vision, and values. The push to not make decisions based upon assumptions will certainly assist us in driving the organization forward!
Such a fun bunch! It was a wonderful experience working with AROT! The executive and artistic teams were so gracious, professional and easy to work with from beginning to end. AROT occupies a unique space in the Chicago theater scene and is filled with many bright and talented people who are passionate about the work they do. We explored several areas of marketing strategy which began with refining mission, vision and values, then dove tailed into other areas such as brand story, positioning statements and value propositions. Great people, great theater, great experience. I wish AROT all the best!
