named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Acting Classes for Youth
Offers 10-week fall and winter acting classes for children and teens aged 8–17, taught by Debby Swartz and Julie Senko
Carl Tamburlin Christmas Spirit Award
Annual award introduced in 2023 to honor a member who embodies festive enthusiasm and commitment to the theatre
Ghost Tours and Public Ghost Hunts
Hosts family-friendly ghost tours around Halloween and public ghost hunts throughout the year, leveraging the theatre's haunted history
Jed Woomer Young Adult Award
Annual award recognizing a young adult under 18 who demonstrates outstanding passion and teamwork within the company
Stage Productions
Produces musicals, dramas, comedies, children's theatre, and world premieres at the Ghostlight Theatre, with over 170 productions to date
Stephen Holesko Memorial Achievement Award
Annual award honoring a company member who exemplifies exceptional dedication and passion for the theatre
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Youth Theater Arts Education 2 activities
- Acting education programs for youthOffers 10-week acting classes for children and teens aged 8 to 17 during fall and winter semesters, providing structured theater arts instruction.
- Summer theatre arts program for school districtDevelops and teaches a summer theatre arts program for the Frontier school district, a program sustained for over 20 years to build youth engagement and theatrical skills.
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Historic Theater and Arts Venue Preservation 1 activity
- Facility restoration and accessibility improvementsCompleted multiple building restoration and accessibility projects at the Ghostlight Theatre, including roof, HVAC, accessibility lifts, restrooms, technical booth, art gallery, and lounge renovations to ensure safe and inclusive access.
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Historic Site Public Programming 1 activity
- Ghost tours and public ghost huntsHosts family-friendly ghost tours around Halloween and conducts public ghost hunts multiple times per year, leveraging the theatre’s historic and reportedly haunted venue for community engagement.
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Theatre Awards and Honors Administration 1 activity
- Recognition awards for youth and company membersAdministers annual awards including the recognition for young adults under 18 demonstrating passion and teamwork, the Stephen Holesko Memorial Achievement Award, and the Carl Tamburlin Christmas Spirit Award to honor dedication and spirit within the theatre company.
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New Play Development Programs 1 activity
- Support for new play development and publicationHas launched over 40 new plays that have been published and produced across 48 U.S. states and internationally, contributing to the national theatre repertoire.
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Youth Musical Theater Productions 1 activity
- Theater arts programming and productionProduces and stages theatrical performances across multiple genres, including musicals, dramas, comedies, children's theatre, and world premieres, with a documented history of over 170 stage productions. Specific productions include "Twisted Tales," "The Christmas Rose," "Renfield," "Noodles," and "The Little Mermaid."
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Publication of themed books with proceeds benefiting the theatrePublished a book titled 'The Ghosts of the Ghostlight Theatre' compiling over 100 ghost stories from cast, crew, and audience members, with 100% of proceeds donated to support the theatre.
- Workforce development in set and costume productionHosts weekly crew sessions on Saturday mornings focused on set construction, prop handling, and costume creation, providing hands-on training and production support.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$124K
Contributions & grants$8681%
Program service revenue$111K89%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$101K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$56K
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$66K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$65K
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +14.6%
relationships · 12
Who they work with
- Big Dog Publishing Partner — Publishes and distributes plays written by L. Don Swartz.
- Camp Goods and Special Times Funder — Awarded the Teddi Award to Starry Night Theatre in 2016.
- Concord Theatricals Partner — Publishes and distributes plays written by L. Don Swartz.
- Dramatic Publishing Company Partner — Publishes and distributes plays written by L. Don Swartz.
- Eldridge Publishing Partner — Publishes and distributes plays written by L. Don Swartz.
- Etsy Partner — Platform used to sell merchandise
- Etsy Partner — Sells the book 'The Ghosts of the Ghostlight Theatre' through Etsy, with 100% of proceeds supporting the theatre.
- Ghostlight Partner — Collaborates on performances for which gift certificates can be purchased
- Ghostlight Theatre Partner — Provides acting classes in collaboration with Starry Night Theatre.
- Heartland Plays, Inc. Partner — Publishes and distributes plays written by L. Don Swartz.
- JDS Electrical Funder — Sponsors the theatre's podcast.
- Norman Maine Plays Partner — Publishes and distributes plays written by L. Don Swartz.
strategies · 2
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.
- Community Engagement Through Public Eventsmethodology: community-engagement-through-public-eventsBy hosting public events and leveraging social media, we increase participation in productions because accessible and visible outreach strengthens community ties and broadens audience and performer involvement.
- Theater Arts for Youth Developmentmethodology: arts-based_youth_developmentBy using theater arts and acting classes, we foster personal growth, creativity, and peer connections among youth because structured artistic engagement builds confidence and social-emotional skills.