California Shakespeare Theater
For General Operating Support
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Amount$300,000
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Program
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Date Awarded6/18/2018
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Term36 Months
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Type of SupportGeneral Support/Organization
Strategies
Overview
California Shakespeare Theater, better known as Cal Shakes, is a nationally recognized theater that produces new works inspired by classic texts. The organization reaches more than 50,000 people each year through a three-play season at its Bruns Amphitheater in Orinda (Contra Costa County), as well as education programs in community centers, schools, and a federal women’s prison.
About the Grantee
Grantee Website
www.calshakes.org
Address
701 Heinz Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94710-2732
Berkeley, CA 94710-2732
Grants to this Grantee
for general operating support
California Shakespeare Theater, known as Cal Shakes, redefines classical theater through the lenses of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Through main stage productions at the Bruns Amphitheater in Orinda (Contra Costa County), as well as education and community programs serving youth and adults, it reaches more than 50,000 people each year. Support of Cal Shakes aligns with the Performing Arts Program’s Communities strategy.
