On April 9, 2007, Adrienne and Hal were awarded the DeWitt Stern Local Hero Award by the Alliance of Resident Theatres (A.R.T.) /New York and DeWitt Stern. The Local Hero Awards are designed to recognize the generosity of small businesses and individuals who provide extraordinary support to the not-for-profit theatre community. 2006 chashama, Inc. Fall Gala "Space To Create" At its 2006 Fall Gala, chashama honored Hal and Adrienne for "... their outstanding contributions to chashama and the arts community of New York City. As...visionaries...they have expanded opportunities for artists of all disciplines to hone their crafts." Anita Durst Artistic Director, chashama "...chashama provides support for performing and visual artists throughout the five boroughs. By providing subsidized studio, rehearsal and performance space through innovative programs such as A.R.E.A. (Assessing Real Estate for the Arts), chashama is fulfilling one of the most important needs of our City's creative community: finding space to create. On behalf of the City of New York, I thank chashama and all those whose generosity and dedication has made this terrific event possible. Here's to many more years of strengthening, expanding, and promoting New York City's vibrant cultural life." Michael R. Bloomberg, Mayor |
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