2020 Season Cancellation ~ Postponed to Summer 2021
Dear Patrons of Deertrees,
Deertrees Theatre, Ltd. has been closely following the progress of the COVID-19 pandemic which is consuming every aspect of life as we know it. We are saddened by how quickly it has spread and how many lives have been affected. We have thought long and hard about going forward with the upcoming summer season. We cannot predict with assurance that this pandemic will have peaked and passed on by this summer. The safety and health of everyone involved with the theatre is always our top priority. Therefore, with much sadness, we have postponed our 2020 Season.
This pandemic is devastating news for all the performing arts and will definitely be a hardship for Deertrees and other non-profits who depend primarily on gate income and donations. We derive about 51% of our revenue from gate income which covers basic operating expenses such as salaries, insurance, building maintenance and utilities. The remainder of our budget comes from generous donors who support the upkeep of our historic building.
We understand the impact that our decision will have on our staff, volunteers, Board members, performers, and especially you, our patrons, sponsors, and benefactors. In the meantime, we will be diligently working to bring you world-class performances next summer.
Please consider donating to the theatre if you have not already done so. If you have contributed to our annual appeal, we whole-heartedly thank you! If you have already purchased tickets, please consider donating the cost of your tickets or contact us for a refund.
Deertrees Theatre will be back even stronger next summer (2021) for our 85th Anniversary Season! Please stay safe as we navigate these uncharted waters together.
Sincerely,
Andrew Harris, Artistic & Executive Director
Your Board of Directors
Deertrees Theatre, Ltd.
Board members: Cheryl McLaughlin, President; Thomas Vose, Vice President; Dave Barker, Treasurer; Christine Molloy, Secretary; Joe Barth, Patricia Bradshaw, George Cooper, David Percival, Karen Pettengill, Susan Searles-Gazza, Barbara Stauble, & Kaye Sykes.
Deertrees Theatre, Ltd. has been closely following the progress of the COVID-19 pandemic which is consuming every aspect of life as we know it. We are saddened by how quickly it has spread and how many lives have been affected. We have thought long and hard about going forward with the upcoming summer season. We cannot predict with assurance that this pandemic will have peaked and passed on by this summer. The safety and health of everyone involved with the theatre is always our top priority. Therefore, with much sadness, we have postponed our 2020 Season.
This pandemic is devastating news for all the performing arts and will definitely be a hardship for Deertrees and other non-profits who depend primarily on gate income and donations. We derive about 51% of our revenue from gate income which covers basic operating expenses such as salaries, insurance, building maintenance and utilities. The remainder of our budget comes from generous donors who support the upkeep of our historic building.
We understand the impact that our decision will have on our staff, volunteers, Board members, performers, and especially you, our patrons, sponsors, and benefactors. In the meantime, we will be diligently working to bring you world-class performances next summer.
Please consider donating to the theatre if you have not already done so. If you have contributed to our annual appeal, we whole-heartedly thank you! If you have already purchased tickets, please consider donating the cost of your tickets or contact us for a refund.
Deertrees Theatre will be back even stronger next summer (2021) for our 85th Anniversary Season! Please stay safe as we navigate these uncharted waters together.
Sincerely,
Andrew Harris, Artistic & Executive Director
Your Board of Directors
Deertrees Theatre, Ltd.
Board members: Cheryl McLaughlin, President; Thomas Vose, Vice President; Dave Barker, Treasurer; Christine Molloy, Secretary; Joe Barth, Patricia Bradshaw, George Cooper, David Percival, Karen Pettengill, Susan Searles-Gazza, Barbara Stauble, & Kaye Sykes.
