Ovation to Award $100,000 to 10 Arts and Cultural
Organizations in Spectrum Markets Across the
Country
LOS
ANGELES, Dec. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ovation TV,
America's premier arts network, and partner Spectrum today
announced the recipients of the 2024-2025 Stand For The Arts
Awards, which recognizes local arts, cultural and educational
organizations and programs. Since the initiative began in 2017,
Ovation TV and Spectrum have given out 80 awards totaling
$800,000 towards arts education. This
year, 10 organizations will receive support in Spectrum markets
across the country.
Select arts organizations are awarded $10,000 Stand For The Arts contributions based on
the following criteria: their support of creatives and artists
via community-driven programming; as advocates for equity and
access to the arts; and for providing accessible community spaces
for creative expression.
"It's an honor for Ovation TV to partner with Spectrum for our
eighth year as we continue to support and champion community-driven
arts around the country through Stand For the Arts," said
Sol Doten, Senior Vice President,
Head of Marketing and Communications for Ovation TV. "From Buffalo
to El Paso, the 10 organizations
recognized this year include art studios, theaters, foundations and
alliances, all dedicated to uplifting communities through artistic
expression."
This year, recipients include Buffalo Arts Studio (BAS)
– a two-time Stand For the Arts recipient – in
Buffalo, NY, which provides
inclusive community cultural connections through exhibitions,
educational programs, mentorships, and public art, while also
providing affordable studio space, public exposure, paid
opportunities and professional development for visual artists; and
Walker County Arts Alliance (WCAA) in Walker County, AL, where WCAA offers
educational opportunities in visual arts, pottery, music,
storytelling, and DreamFit dance for students in the Walker County public schools. Additional
recipients include Hawai'i Children's Theater (HCT) in
Kauai, HI, where HCT plays
host to an ensemble of professional artists who bring a unique
vision and compelling voice to the creation of
meaningful theater for all audiences; and
Kingsport Theatre Guild (KTG) in Kingsport, TN. Celebrating its 77th year as a
community theater that promotes growth and education, KTG offers
encouragement and hope, builds self-esteem and engages the minds of
actors, directors, and crew, and also the wider community in which
it is based. KTG is a starting point for those interested in
pursuing an education or career in theatre.
"An unwavering commitment to the communities we serve is at the
very core of Spectrum's long-time partnership with Ovation TV and
Stand for the Arts," said Adam Falk,
Senior Vice President, State Government Affairs for Charter
Communications, which operates the Spectrum brand. "Together we
have honored 80 organizations who help shape and define their
community's unique culture and heritage, while providing
opportunities for people to connect and share their experiences.
This year's recipients take that impact even further, from
providing affordable studio space and accessible art spaces to
offering educational programs that inspire creativity for all ages.
We congratulate the organizations being recognized this year and
look forward to celebrating their work together."
Along with a Stand For The Arts award, each organization will
receive a $10,000 contribution to
support their efforts. The Spectrum markets and the arts
organizations being recognized are:
New York, NY: Northern
Manhattan Arts Alliance
Buffalo, NY: Buffalo Arts
Studio *Two-time Stand For the Arts
recipient
Milwaukee, WI:
Marcus Performing Arts Center
Findlay, OH: Marathon Center for
the Performing Arts Youth Theater
Los Angeles, CA: Musicians at Play
Foundation
Kauai, HI: Hawai'i Children's
Theater
El Paso, TX: Kids Excel El Paso
Inc.
Dallas, TX: Bishop Arts Theatre
Center
Kingsport, TN: Kingsport Theatre
Guild
Walker County, AL: Walker County
Arts Alliance
More information about Stand For The Arts and the Stand For The
Arts Awards is available at www.ovationtv.com/standforthearts.
About OVATION TV America's Premier Arts Network
As an
independent television, production, and digital media company,
OVATION TV has an unparalleled commitment to the arts, culture, and
captivating entertainment. Showcasing a lineup of critically
acclaimed premium dramas, specials, documentaries, and iconic
films, OVATION TV salutes innovative storytelling with popular
programming that includes Inside the Actors Studio,
Murdoch Mysteries, Frankie Drake Mysteries, Arts
Engines, The Fall, Midsomer Murders, The Art
Of and The Sound of New
York. Ovation also powers JOURNY, the dedicated streaming
service where art, culture, and travel intersect. The company has
provided more than $15M in
contributions and in-kind support to arts institutions and arts
education. Its signature advocacy platform, STAND FOR THE ARTS,
includes a coalition of over 150 arts organizations, cultural
institutions, and arts leaders throughout the country raising
awareness about art's positive impact, protecting access for
everyone, and encouraging action on behalf of the arts. OVATION TV
is available on major providers via cable, satellite and telco
systems including Comcast Cable/Xfinity, DIRECTV, Charter/Spectrum
and Verizon FiOS. You can follow OVATION TV on Facebook, X,
YouTube, Instagram and OvationTV.com.
About Spectrum
Spectrum is a suite of advanced
communications services offered by Charter Communications, Inc.
(NASDAQ:CHTR), a leading broadband connectivity company and cable
operator with services available to more than 58 million homes and
businesses in 41 states. Over an advanced communications network,
the Company offers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and
business services including Spectrum Internet®, TV,
Mobile and Voice.
For small and medium-sized companies, Spectrum
Business® delivers the same suite of broadband products
and services coupled with special features and applications to
enhance productivity, while for larger businesses and government
entities, Spectrum Enterprise® provides highly
customized, fiber-based solutions. Spectrum Reach®
delivers tailored advertising and production for the modern media
landscape. The Company also distributes award-winning news coverage
and sports programming to its customers through Spectrum Networks.
More information about Charter can be found at
corporate.charter.com.
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