named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Mainstage Subscription Series
Annual season of five theatrical productions featuring new, neglected, or experimental works in an 84-seat auditorium
Round The Bend Theatre
Mobile theater initiative supporting Hudson Valley playwrights through staged readings and development of new works
Special Events
Presents diverse performances including music, dance, film screenings, and magic shows
Visual Art Exhibitions
Hosts art shows and large-scale installations in The Big Room, a repurposed warehouse space
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Film Festival and Screening Programming 1 activity
- Host film screenings and multidisciplinary performance eventsOperates a monthly film screening series on the fourth Saturday of each month and presents a diverse range of performances including dance, music, magic, and visual art. In 2023, the theater presented 62 musical performances, 33 dance events, 12 magic shows, 24 film screenings, and 4 visual art exhibitions.
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Performing Arts Venue Rental 1 activity
- Operate a professional theater facilityManages and operates a theater at 44 W. Bridge Street in Catskill, NY, with all 84 seats dedicated through contributions to a capital campaign, serving as a venue for professional productions and community events.
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New Play Development Programs 1 activity
- Present staged readings and support new play developmentHosts staged readings and developmental workshops for new plays and musicals, including works by emerging and local playwrights such as Nathan Johnson, Jason Wang, and Daniel Pink. These events are part of a broader commitment to nurturing new voices and supporting Hudson Valley-based theater artists.
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Professional Theatrical Production 1 activity
- Produce and present mainstage theatrical productionsProduces an annual five-play Mainstage subscription series featuring original and contemporary plays, including world premieres and reimagined classics. Recent productions include "Bakersfield Mist," "The Lisbon Traviata," and "Happy Days," presented in a dedicated 84-seat theater facility in Catskill, NY.
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Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
- Provide performance space and educational opportunitiesMakes its theater space available to outside performing groups and partners with Catskill High School to provide theatrical opportunities for students, supporting local arts education and community engagement.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$205K
Contributions & grants$99K48%
Program service revenue$102K50%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$218K
Program expenses57%
Admin / overhead42%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$77K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$391K
Cash$13K
Investments$0
Liabilities$199K
Net assets$191K
Liquid reserves0.7 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 9
- Anna Robinson — Director
- Brent Buell — Director
- Brian Sheppard — Director
- Christa Bush — Secretary
- Elizabeth Barrett — President
- Jeffrey Barrett — Treasurer
- Mark Perry — Director
- Steven Patterson — Vice President
- Tom Illary — Asst Sec/Treas
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- 2024 Donors Partner — List of individuals and organizations that donated to Bridge Street Theatre in 2024.
- Bridge Street Theatre Founders Circle Partner — List of individuals and organizations that contributed to Bridge Street Theatre in its first year.
- CENHUD Partner — Executive Producer sponsor of Bridge Street Theatre.
- CREATE Council on the Arts Government — Administers the Greene County Cultural Fund, which supports events at Bridge Street Theatre.
- Carmen Borgia Partner — Collaborated with local artist Carmen Borgia for live foley sound effects during the performance of "A Christmas Carol."
- Gab Reisman Partner — Playwright of "Storm Still," produced by Bridge Street Theatre.
- Greene County Legislature Government — Provides public funds for events at Bridge Street Theatre through the Greene County Cultural Fund.
- Jasmine Roth Partner — Director of the production "Storm Still" at Bridge Street Theatre.
- John Sowle Partner — Co-founder of Bridge Street Theatre alongside Steven Patterson.
- Kaliyuga Arts Partner — Collaborative theatre-making partnership between John Sowle and Steven Patterson active from 1983 to 2013, producing works in multiple cities including Hudson, NY.
- Matthew Earnest Partner — Artistic director and frequent collaborator who directs productions and contributes original adaptations for the theater.
- McKittrick Hotel Partner — Frequent performer at Speakeasy Magick at the McKittrick Hotel.
- Michael Wyrd Partner — Horror host featured in the monthly movie screening series.
- Monday Night Magic Partner — Co-founded the off-Broadway magic show Monday Night Magic.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Provides partial support for events at Bridge Street Theatre.
- New York State Department of Homes and Community Renewal Government — Provided grant funding that supported the conversion of the theater building.
- Ripple Effect Artists Partner — Co-presented the production of "Building the Wall" with Bridge Street Theatre.
- Roxanne Fay Partner — Regular performer and creator of original works presented by Bridge Street Theatre.
- Stephen Sachs Partner — Produced the play "Bakersfield Mist" by Stephen Sachs.
- Steven Patterson Partner — Co-founder of Bridge Street Theatre and performer in its productions.
- ThunderTix Partner — Platform used for selling advance tickets to Round the Bend Theatre events.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Artist-Driven Collaborative Development Modelmethodology: artist_collaborative_model_for_theatrical_developmentBy commissioning new works and reviving neglected ones within a collaborative community of artists, the theater nurtures emerging talent and fosters innovative productions, because artist-centered development strengthens artistic ownership and creative risk-taking.
- Contemporary Reimagining of Classicsmethodology: contemporary_reimaginingBy reinterpreting classic works through contemporary, emotionally raw adaptations, the theater creates new theatrical experiences that make timeless themes more accessible and resonant with modern audiences, because modernized narratives deepen audience engagement and emotional connection.
- Intimate and Immersive Audience Engagementmethodology: intimate_theatrical_experienceBy producing rare, original, and emotionally rich works in an intimate setting and incorporating live sound design and interactive elements, the theater creates immediate, meaningful connections between artists and audiences, because physical and emotional proximity enhances presence and resonance.
- Storytelling for Intergenerational Connection and Truthmethodology: storytelling-for-connectionBy centering narratives on intergenerational family dynamics and existential themes, the theater explores identity and personal truth, fostering emotional resonance and reflection, because deeply human stories create pathways for empathy and self-understanding across generations.
- Theater as Civic Dialogue and Advocacymethodology: arts-driven_advocacyBy using theater to explore urgent social and political issues—such as immigration and democratic erosion—and pairing performances with post-show dialogue and philanthropy, the organization amplifies social impact, because live narrative engagement fosters reflection, empathy, and civic action.