Trollwood performing AT BLUESTEM Center for the arts

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he mission of Trollwood Performing Arts School is “…to inspire those we serve through the arts to realize their full potential and be a positive influence in the global community.”

Trollwood Performing Arts School is a unique arts organization committed to providing high quality arts education, exceptional community entertainment, and through its venue, Bluestem Center for the Arts, serves as a community events and exposition center.

Nestled along the Red River in Moorhead, MN, Bluestem Center for the Arts is a

first-class arts venue complete with outdoor stages, a 2,500-seat amphitheater,

and a unique indoor educational center that serves as both a performance venue

and rental facility. The grounds of the Center include beautiful river views, grassy

meadows, woods and wildlife.

Bluestem Center for the Arts, home of Trollwood Performing Arts School, is a

testament to our region’s commitment to the arts. The Center opened in 2009 and

was built with the generous support of the entire community. The venue is also

an exciting collaboration between Fargo Public Schools and the City of Moorhead.

Bluestem Center for the Arts is programmed and managed by Trollwood Performing

Arts School, a program of Fargo Public Schools, who leases the facility from the City

of Moorhead.

Bluestem Center for the Arts hosts many programs that inspire a love for the arts

in people of all ages. The facility is used for school arts curriculum and activities,

public performances, exhibitions, community festivals, corporate retreats, conferences,

and other private rental opportunities. Since opening, thousands of patrons

have enjoyed a broad range of programming including theatre, arts educational

opportunities, concerts, dance, music, and special events.

ABOUT OUR HOME,BLUESTEM

CELEBRATING 38 Since 1978, thousands of young people have spent their

summers learning, growing, and making friends at Trollwood. Trollwood has helped young people…

• Discover themselves and their potential

• Make friends that will last a lifetime

• Build their leadership skills

• Help students at risk

• Develop life skills

2016 Fees ArtSpark: $225/week-long session Trollwood Conservatory: $225/session

- price for ages 19 & 20 All other programs: Fargo resident, grades 7-11 $325

Fargo resident, grades 12 FREE! Everyone else, grades 7– graduated senior $425 - This ONE FEE allows students to take as many

middle and high school classes and programs as they would like!

ELEMENTARY (ages 6-11)ArtSpark June 6-10, 13-17, 20-24; July 18-22, 25-29A week-long performance-based workshop that kindles kids’ confidence and ignites their creativity. Trollwood Children’s TheatreAn elementary school program that features students in a full-scale musical production designed especially for kids. Dates announced throughout the year. SparkMusic (Ages 6 -11) SparkMusic, developed in conjunction with Paige Keiser-Rezac of Shine Music, provides music workshops to help build a child’s cognitive skills, self-confidence and creativity through the power of music.

MIDDLE SCHOOL (ages 11-14)Totally Trollwood Academy June 3-29Students learn the basics of acting, vocal performance, and movement, with the option to take specialty electives like dance, voice, theatre and more!

Totally Trollwood Musical July 5, 7–August 4Students take their place on stage as part of a junior Broadway musical. Music Man JR. (No audition to participate.) Winter Academy (Ages 11-14 & 14 – graduated seniors) Winter Academy allows middle school and high students to further their interest in the fields of musical theatre, dance, acting, film, and musical recording.

HIGH SCHOOL (ages 14–graduated senior*)

Trollwood Academy June 3-29A wide variety of unique training opportunities in theatre, music, dance, and the production arts. Students are able to enroll in up to four 90-minute sessions each day.

Trollwood Conservatory June 6-16 and June 17-29 (ages 16–20*)A two-week intensive study program for upper level students.

Mainstage Musical May 31–August 5Students become part of the cast, crew, or orchestra for a Broadway musical that is one of the region’s largest attended performances. Disney’s The Little Mermaid NEW FOR 2016! A collaboration with the Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre, The Actor’s ColLABorative Theatre June 6-July 9 Students may join either the cast or crew in a non-musical opportunity - the fun, American classic, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, adapted by Timothy Mason from the novel by Mark Twain. Winter Academy (Ages 11-14 & 14 – graduated seniors) Winter Academy allows middle school and high students to further their interest in the fields of musical theatre, dance, acting, film, and musical recording.

Student Leadership (Primarily ages 16 – seniors; by application) Advanced students are mentored by professional artists and receive leadership training that enables them to mentor others at Trollwood and beyond. STAR Program (STudents At Risk) (integrated into all programs) This nationally recognized youth program uses the arts as a tool to empower at-risk youth to take charge of their own lives and inspires them to find success in school, in work, and in life. Through STAR, students received arts training, transportation, supplies, meals, and adult mentors who offer instruction, motivation and guidance to build life skills that will hopefully allow them to deal more effectively with future challenges.

Explore new possibilities

Trollwood Performing Arts School is proud to present

Disney’s The Little Mermaid as its Mainstage Musical

in 2016. Trollwood’s Mainstage Musical program

features a team of teenagers who stage a Broadway

style musical production every summer under the

guidance of professional artists from across the

nation. The Mainstage Musical attracts thousands

of audience members every summer and performs

in the beautiful amphitheater at Bluestem Center

for the Arts.

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most

beloved stories and the classic animated

film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly

beautiful love story for the ages. This fishy fable

will capture your heart with its irresistible songs

including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl,” and

“Part of Your World.”

The Mainstage Musical hosts numerous company

events every summer. Companies often treat both

their customers and their employees to a unique

evening of entertainment under the stars. Group sale

discounts are available for parties of 10 or more. As

a corporate sponsor, gathering spaces, additional

discounts, and numerous marketing opportunities

are included as part of all sponsorship packages.

Mainstage Musical

July 14-16, 20-23, 26-30 • 8:30 pm & night July 22

Imagine AmphitheaterBluestem Center for the Arts, Moorhead Tickets www.trollwood.org Reservations & Group Sales 218.477.6502 General Admission and at the gate

“THE LITTLE MERMAID” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.421 West 54th St, New York, NY 10019Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212-397-4684www.MTIShows.com

Proudly presented by:

Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater

Book by Doug WrightBased on Hans Christian Andersen story and Disney film.

Produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written by John Musker & Ron Clements. Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions

Directed by Michael Walling

Quality entertainment

Bluestem Center for the Arts IS proud to host...• Community festivals

• Private Events

• Business conferences and trade shows

• Concerts

BLUESTEM 2015 TOURING ACTS

• GARY ALLAN WITH JANA KRAMER

• GRACE POTTER

• PRIMUS WITH DINOSAUR JR.

• AMERICAN AUTHORS WITH ANDY GRAMMER

• HAPPY TOGETHER TOUR WITH THE TURTLES FEATURING FLO & EDDIE, MARK LINDSAY, THE ASSOCIATION, THE GRASS ROOTS, THE BUCKINGHAMS, AND THE COWSILLS

• MERLE HAGGARD & KRIS KRISTOFFERSON WITH STURGILL SIMPSON

• HAIRBALL

• MODEST MOUSE

• JOHN PRINE

• BREAKING BENJAMIN

1210 STUDENT ENROLLMENT

11 YOUTH PROGRAMS

37 YEARS OF RICH HISTORY

52% GROWTH IN ENROLLMENT SINCE 2009

99% CAPACITY IN SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAMS

124 STAFF 76% HIRED LOCALLY

24% HIRED NATIONALLY

42 TROLLWOOD ALUMNI ON STAFF

330 ARTS ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

66,273 AUDIENCE MEMBERS & CONSTITUENCY SERVED

THAT IS A 64% INCREASE SINCE 2014

10 CONCERTS FEATURING NATIONALLY KNOWN ARTISTS

Trollwood 2015 Acts & Facts

Star Program SERVES STUDENTS WITH FINANCIAL NEEDS AND/OR STUDENTS CHALLENGED BY LEARNING, EMOTIONAL, BEHAVIORAL, AND PHYSICAL DIFFICULTIES.

STAR PROGRAM 2015• 76 students were supported by STAR financial aid.

scholarships in 2015.

• Provided 640 meals.

• Provided 880 rides.

• Provided services for 17 students who were challenged with significant emotional, social and/or behavioral issues.

• Served 81 students challenged with medical issues.

GIVING CATEGORIES Bright Star - $50,000 and above

Angel - $10,000 and above

Luminary - $7,500 to $9,999

Imagineer - $5,000 to $7,499

Dreammaker - $2,500 to $4,999

Visionary - $1,000 to $2,499

Patron - $500 to $999

Supporter - $250 to $499

Contributor - $100 to $249

Participant - Up to $100

GIVING LEVELS

INCOME Program Fees – $150,000 (9%)

Admissions – $322,800 (19%)

Rental Income – $140,000 (8%)

Donations – $225,000 (14%)

Misc. Earned Revenue – $122,200 (7%)

Fargo Public Schools Annual Support – $700,000 (42%)

TOTAL – $1,660,000

EXPENSES Faculty & Staff – $1,031,775 (62%)

Venue Operations – $239,000 (14%)

Program Operations – $160,845 (10%)

Supplies – $92,200 (6%)

Royalties – $37,200 (2%)

Services – $98,980 (6%)

TOTAL – $1,660,000

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19%

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$15,000 and above Full Page Ad in MM Playbill

One full week of recognition on-stage during run of Mainstage Musical (3 to 5 nights) - 3 AVAILABLE

20 Reserved or 40 General Admission Mainstage Musical tickets

One FREE rental of any rental space or combination of rental spaces within the Marcil Commons or the Schlossman Pavilion - weekday, evening, or weekend.

Amphitheatre path light pole banner displayed throughout the summer season.

One engraved seat plate in amphitheatre.

One engraved brick on the Bluestem yellow brick road.

25% discount on ONE additional day of space rentals (excluding the amphitheatre)

Mainstage Musical pre-show and/or intermission announcement during the week of sponsorship (up to 3 mentions each night) - 24 AVAILABLE

Space prior to Mainstage Musical performance for your company to hold a picnic as a pre-show event

- 3 SPACES PER NIGHT AVAILABLE

Logo and name included in donor lists on electronic and print publications where list is posted.

$1,000 to $7,499 Quarter Page Ad in MM Playbill

One night’s recognition on-stage during run of Mainstage Musical - 24 AVAILABLE

8 Reserved or 16 General Admission Mainstage Musical tickets

One FREE weekday rental of ONE space of your choice: Scheels Living Room, Starion Room, Schlossman Pavilion, Narrator’s Room, Lucile’s Studio.

Mainstage Musical pre-show and/or intermission announcement during night of sponsorship (up to 3 mentions each night) - 24 AVAILABLE

Space prior to Mainstage Musical performance for your company to hold a picnic as a pre-show event - 3 SPACES PER NIGHT AVAILABLE

Logo and name included in donor lists on electronic and print publications where list is posted.

20% Discount on additional Mainstage Musical tickets purchased.

$7,500 to $14,999 Half Page Ad in MM Playbill

One night’s recognition on-stage during run of Mainstage Musical - 24 AVAILABLE

12 Reserved or 24 General Admission Mainstage Musical tickets

One FREE rental of any rental space or combination of spaces within the Marcil Commons or the Schlossman Pavilion - weekday, evening or weekend.

Amphitheatre path light pole banner displayed throughout the summer season.

Mainstage Musical pre-show and/or intermission announcement during the week of sponsorship (up to 3 mentions each night) - 24 AVAILABLE

Space prior to Mainstage Musical performance for your company to hold a picnic as a pre-show event - 3 SPACES PER NIGHT AVAILABLE

Logo and name included in donor lists on electronic and print publications where list is posted.

20% Discount on additional Mainstage Musical tickets purchased.

SPONSOR Levels

SPONSOR Package

OPTIONS

For a donation of $10,000 or higher choose up to three of the following options.

Up to TWO full student scholarships - any program.

Logo placement on cover and other marketing materials for one of the following programs: Sun Celebration Totally Trollwood Musical Trollwood Children’s Theatre Trollwood Conservatory

One half page ad in one of the following event programs: Sun Celebration Totally Trollwood Musical Trollwood Children’s Theatre Trollwood Conservatory

6 General Admission tickets to one of the following: Totally Trollwood Musical Trollwood Children’s Theatre

On-stage recognition at Sun Celebration finale.

One additional FREE rental of ONE WEEKDAY rental space within the Marcil Commons or the Schlossman Pavilion.

10% discount on up to two additional days of space rentals (excluding the amphitheatre).

One engraved brick on the Bluestem yellow brick road.

One engraved seat plate in amphitheatre.

OPTIONS

For a donation of $5,000 or higher, choose up to two of the following options.

Up to ONE full student scholarship - any program.

Amphitheatre path light pole banner displayed throughout the summer season.

10% discount on one space rental (excluding the amphitheatre).

OPTIONS

For a donation of $20,000 or higher choose up to four of the following options.

Up to THREE full student scholarships - any program.

Logo placement on cover and other marketing materials for one of the following programs: Sun Celebration Totally Trollwood Musical Trollwood Children’s Theatre Trollwood Conservatory

One full page ad in one of the following event programs: Sun Celebration Totally Trollwood Musical Trollwood Children’s Theatre Trollwood Conservatory

10 General Admission tickets to one of the following: Totally Trollwood Musical Trollwood Children’s Theatre

On-stage recognition at Sun Celebration finale

One additional FREE rental of any rental space or combination of rental spaces within the Marcil Commons or the Schlossman Pavilion - weekday, evening or weekend.

www.trollwood.orgBluestem Center for the Arts home of Trollwood Performing Arts School

801 50th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560

218.477.6500

trollwood@fargo.k12.nd.us

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