The 2008 DeWitt Stern Local Hero Awards
Each year, A.R.T./New York asks its member companies to nominate a local small business that has somehow made its life easier in the last year. These awards bring attention to the mutually beneficial partnerships that exist between member theatres and small businesses located within their communities. Past recipients have been as diverse as the A.R.T./New York membership including: restaurateurs, graphic designers, web consultants and real estate agents.
These awards are presented at Curtain Call the annual celebration of off Broadway which happens every spring. If you are interested in nominating a local business please contact Zach Hollwedel at .
List of 2008 Local Heroes
- Brendan Dugan - An Art Service
Nominated by: Soho Rep - Lonnie Barnett, General Manager - B. Smith’s
Nominated by: Amas Musical Theatre - Tony Magro, President - Century Copy Center, Inc.
Nominated by: Cherry Lane Theatre - Donal Dennehy, Owner - Mr. Dennehy’s
Nominated by: Tangent Theatre Company - Jackie Jeffries, Producing Director - Negro Ensemble Company, Inc
Nominated by: Negro Ensemble Company - Kushal Dutt,- P.C. Consultant - New York Training
Nominated by: Stages of Learning - Dave Ferdinand - President- One Dream Sound
Nominated by: Labyrinth - Bethany Haynes - Associate (Attorney) - Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher, & Flom
Nominated by: Collaboration Town - Stephanie Klapper - Casting Director - Stephanie Klapper Casting, Nominated by: Primary Stages
- Michael Patel - Shrigee Candy Store & Newstand – Owner
Nominated by: Manhattan Children’s Theatre - Santo Mollica - The Source
Nominated by: Hourglass Group, Ltd. - Tim Bissell - Owner/President - Westprint NY
Nominated by: Peculiar Works Project