2007 - 2008 DeWitt Stern Local Hero Award

    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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