Special Presentation Will Honor the Organization Prior to Saturday’s Dallas Performance
Spectrum today announced Dallas Black Dance Theatre will receive $10,000 through the 2021-2022 Stand For The Arts Awards, a partnership with Ovation TV that recognizes local arts, cultural and educational organizations and programs. Since the initiative started in 2017, Ovation TV and Spectrum have given out 50 awards totaling $500,000 towards art education.
Spectrum and Ovation TV representatives will honor the Dallas institution with a special reception at 6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 11, in the Terrace Room on the Mezzanine level of the Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm Street, in Dallas. A performance of the group’s “Espresso Nutcracker” will follow at 7 p.m.
“By increasing access to the arts and arts education, Dallas Black Dance Theatre is doing outstanding work to enrich the lives of Dallas residents,” said Adam Falk, Senior Vice President, State Government Affairs for Charter Communications, Inc., which operates the Spectrum brand of Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice services. “Our support of this initiative is yet another avenue for Spectrum to help make a positive impact in the communities it serves.”
Dallas Black Dance Theatre is an internationally recognized professional dance company that engages the cross-cultural community through contemporary modern dance presented from the African-American experience. The award will enable Dallas Black Dance Theatre to continue its mission to create and produce contemporary modern dance at its highest level of artistic excellence through performances and educational programs that bridge cultures and reach diverse communities.
“Dallas Black Dance Theatre is excited to be recognized as one of the 15 arts and culture organizations in the United States to be a recipient of this prestigious award,” said Zenetta S. Drew, Executive Director of Dallas Black Dance Theatre.
Select arts organizations are awarded Stand For The Arts contributions based on the following criteria: support of creative/artistic communities via economic and/or mental health recovery connected programs, commitment to accessibility and equity in the arts, and advocacy for underserved populations in their communities.
“We’re beyond thrilled to be recognizing Dallas Black Dance Theatre through our Stand For The Arts awards initiative with Charter,” said Sol Doten, Senior Vice President, Content Distribution and Partner Marketing for Ovation TV. “It is imperative that we continue to support local arts organizations like Dallas Black Dance Theatre, as they continue to inspire children to discover and develop their talents through access to modern dance and proper instruction. We applaud their hard work and support our shared missions of arts access for all.”
More information about Stand For The Arts and the Stand For The Arts Awards is available at: www.standforthearts.com.
About Spectrum
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31 million customers 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, sports and high-quality original programming to its customers through Spectrum Networks and Spectrum Originals. More information about Charter can be found at corporate.charter.com.
About OVATION TV – America’s Only 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, Riviera, Frankie Drake Mysteries, Arts Engines, Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries, The Fall, Midsomer Murders, The Art Of, Celebrity Conversations, 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 130 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/AT&T U-verse, SPECTRUM, Verizon FiOS, as well as on demand. You can follow OVATION TV on Facebook, Twitter,YouTube, Instagram, OvationTV.com, and through our App, OVATION NOW.