named programs · 1 · from sources
What they call their work
Cultural Arts Showcase
Provides performance and exhibition space for local artists to present their work to the public
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Hosting live performances and cultural eventsHosts hundreds of events annually including live music, theater, spoken-word, drag performances, youth showcases, community conversations, and cultural festivals such as the annual Pride festival featuring a motorcade, vendor market, and kid's corner.
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Opera and Vocal Arts Training Programs 1 activity
- Hosting masterclasses and listening room experiencesHosts specialized events such as vocal masterclasses with professional singers and intimate listening room experiences featuring musicians like Mala Waldron to support artistic development and audience engagement.
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Arts and Cultural Workforce Training 1 activity
- Offering internship programs in theater and arts managementProvides hands-on internship opportunities in nonprofit theater and cultural arts administration, including experience in production, development of new works, and live performance management.
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Regional Arts Advocacy & Promotion 1 activity
- Operating a community cultural arts centerOperates a community cultural arts center on Freeport's Nautical Mile, serving as a venue for emerging and established artists and hosting a diverse range of live events, performances, and community programming that reflects the cultural diversity of Long Island.
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Youth Musical Theater Productions 1 activity
- Producing theatrical and musical performancesProduces and stages original and adapted theatrical and musical performances, including youth productions such as “The Nutcracker and the Mouse King,” “Peter Pan Jr.,” and “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer,” as well as collaborations with artists like Frank Morris on full-scale productions.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Providing arts education and training programsOffers training programs in technical and administrative theater roles such as lighting, audio-visual, costume and set design, stage crew, ticket sales, bookkeeping, marketing, and publicity, as well as private music lessons in voice and piano for all skill levels including NYSSMA preparation and vocal coaching.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Renting event space for community and artistic useOffers flexible venue rental with capacity for 50 to 70 people, accommodating concerts, fashion shows, networking events, vendor markets, and art shows to support local artists and community groups.
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Art Appreciation and Public Engagement 1 activity
- Showcasing local artists' talentsProvides a venue for local artists to showcase their talents, particularly those who may not otherwise have opportunities.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$63K
Contributions & grants$63K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
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expenses
Total expenses$66K
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balance sheet
Total assets$10K
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Net assets$6K
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue -5.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- DAWN DE LA LLERA — BOARD MEMBER
- NIC ASHE — BOARD MEMBER
- STEPHANIE WORKMAN — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- Americans for the Arts Partner — Quoted endorsement from its president used to support mission and programming values.
- Angela Renée Simpson Partner — Professional singer and Freeport native who leads vocal masterclasses for Sparkle on Stage Inc.
- Facebook Partner — Used for sharing updates about the Pride festival.
- Freeport Chamber of Commerce Partner — Robyn Workman serves as a Director on the Freeport Chamber of Commerce.
- Freeport Recreation Center Partner — Collaborates on program promotion and registration for youth productions.
- Freeport Recreation Center Partner — Partner organization providing support and venue access for Sparkle on Stage programs.
- Instagram Partner — Used for sharing updates about the Pride festival.
- Liz Comerford Partner — Individual partner at the Freeport Recreation Center who has provided ongoing support and kindness to Sparkle on Stage.
- Long Island Arts Council at Freeport Partner — Robyn Workman serves on the Executive Committee of the Long Island Arts Council at Freeport.
- Nautical Mile Business Organization Partner — Robyn Workman sits on the Advisory Board of the Nautical Mile Business Organization.
- Neighbors on Freeport's Nautical Mile Partner — Collaborates with local businesses and organizations on Freeport's Nautical Mile to support community development.
- The Unicorn Network Partner — Hosted a meeting for The Unicorn Network and provided dinner, establishing a collaborative connection with the millennial entrepreneur network.
- TikTok Partner — Used for sharing updates about the Pride festival.
- Wix Partner — Uses Wix for website updates, event posting, and content management.
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-Led Skill Developmentmethodology: artist-led skill developmentBy delivering hands-on training and performance feedback from professional artists, the organization develops technical and performance skills in singers and musicians, because direct mentorship from working professionals accelerates artistic growth and career readiness.
- Arts Education as Youth Developmentmethodology: arts-integrated youth developmentBy integrating performing arts into education, the organization builds children's self-confidence, academic skills, and critical thinking, because creative engagement strengthens cognitive, social, and emotional development across disciplines including STEM.
- Community-Based Arts Access for Underrepresented Voicesmethodology: community-based arts accessBy providing a platform for underrepresented local artists and community members to present their work, the organization increases cultural access and community enrichment, because representation fosters belonging and expands public engagement with diverse narratives.
- Cultural Arts Center as Community Hubmethodology: cultural_arts_center_modelBy operating as a cultural arts center that hosts diverse performances, dialogues, and public events, the organization strengthens intergenerational cultural knowledge and community cohesion, because shared artistic experiences create inclusive social spaces that reflect local identity.
- Equity-Focused Mentorship in the Artsmethodology: equity-focused mentorshipBy prioritizing mentorship for young people facing systemic barriers, the organization expands access to arts education and professional pathways, because targeted support counteracts structural inequities and enables talent development regardless of socioeconomic background.