Delaware Shakespeare Festival Inc

Organization Overview

Delaware Shakespeare Festival Inc is located in Wilmington, DE. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (A60) the organization is classified as: Performing Arts, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Delaware Shakespeare Festival Inc employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Delaware Shakespeare Festival Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 12/2021, Delaware Shakespeare Festival Inc generated $419.9k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $390.1k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 15.0% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

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INSPIRED BY SHAKESPEARE'S CREATIVE VISION AND THE BROAD SOCIETAL MIX OF AUDIENCES OF HIS ERA, DELAWARE SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL BRINGS OUR COMMUNITY TOGETHER FOR VIBRANT THEATRE AND LEARNING EXPERIENCES.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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SUMMER FESTIVAL: THE SUMMER FESTIVAL PRESENTS A PROFESSIONAL SHAKESPEARE PRODUCTION EACH JULY ON THE GROUNDS OF ROCKWOOD PARK IN NEW CASTLE, DELAWARE. TICKET PRICES FOR THE SUMMER FESTIVAL ARE KEPT LOW SO THAT MANY MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY CAN ATTEND. PICNICKING AND PRE-SHOW ENTERTAINMENT CREATE A RELAXED, INFORMAL ENVIRONMENT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY. REVENUE INCLUDES TICKETING FEES, CONCESSIONS, ETC. SHOWN ON SCHEDULE O. SEE PREVIOUS NOTES IN SCHEDULE 0 RELATED TO HOW THIS PROGRAM CHANGED DUE TO COVID-19.


COMMUNITY TOUR: THE COMMUNITY TOUR BRINGS A PROFESSIONAL SHAKESPEARE PRODUCTION TO INDIVIDUALS WITH LIMITED OR NO ACCESS TO THE ARTS WITH PERFORMANCES IN LOCATIONS SUCH AS HOMELESS SHELTERS, DETENTION FACILITIES, AND CENTERS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH COGNITIVE OR PHYSICAL DISABILITIES. PERFORMANCES ARE OFFERED THROUGHOUT THE STATE AT NO CHARGE TO PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS. REVENUE INCLUDES TICKETING FEES, CONCESSIONS, ETC. REPORTED ON SCHEDULE O. SEE PREVIOUS NOTES IN SCHEDULE O RELATED TO PROGRAMMING CHANGES DUE TO COVID-19.


EDUCATION PROGRAMMING: THE CENTRAL PROGRAMS BRING THEATRE EDUCATION CLASS TO LOW-TO-MODERATE INCOME YOUTH, INCLUDING CLASSES IN AREA JUVENILE JUSTICE FACILITIES. IN A NORMAL YEAR, THE ORGANIZATION ALSO OPERATES COLLEGE APPRENTICE AND HIGH SCHOOL INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS WITH ITS SUMMER FESTIVAL. SEE NOTES IN SCHEDULE O RELATED TO PROGRAM CHANGES DUE TO COVID-19.


SEASONAL PROGRAMMING: ACTORS TAKE THE STAGE FOR MUSIC, POETRY, AND READINGS FROM SHAKESPEARE AND RELATED WORKS FOR VALENTINE'S DAY AND HALLOWEEN. REVENUE INCLUDES TICKETING FEES.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
David Stradley
Producing Artistic Director
$50,000
Julie Russ
President
$0
S Todd Townsend
Vice President
$0
Scott Matthews
Secretary
$0
Greg Robleto
Treasurer
$0
Mildred Ortega
Board Member
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$23,671
Related organizations$0
Government grants $248,175
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$124,083
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $8,167
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$395,929
Total Program Service Revenue$19,944
Investment income $651
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $1,859
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $419,926

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Delaware Shakespeare Festival Inc has recieved totaling $7,000.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Arts Midwest

Minneapolis, MN

PURPOSE: Shakepeare in American Communities: Juvenile Justice

$7,000
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