irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $272KRBTL'S EDUCATION PROGRAMS INCLUDE STARS OF TOMORROW, ARTS PARTNERS AND THEATRE TEAM. STARS OF TOMORROW IS DEDICATED TO RECOGNIZING HIGH SCHOOL MUSICALS. RBTL PROVIDES A IN-DEPTH CIRRCULUM GUIDES THAT TIE-IN SEAMLESSLY TO THE WORK BEING DONE DURING CLASSROOMS VISITS TO PROVIDE INSIGHT ABOUT SHOWS OR TO LEAD/CO-TEACH LESSONS. THE ARTS PARTNERS PROGRAM PROVIDES PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SESSIONS FILLED WITH NEW IDEAS TO REINVIGORATE TEACHERS WITH STRATEGIES AND LESSON IDEAS AROUND CERTAIN THEMES. INDIVIDUALS HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO SHOWACE THEIR STUDENT'S WORK IN RBTL'S EDUCATIONAL LOBBY DISPLAYS WHICH WILL BE VIEWED BY THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE ATTENDING THE AUDITORIUM THEATRE.
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
ARTS Partners
Provides professional development and curriculum resources for K-12 teachers to integrate the arts into classroom learning
NYC Weekend
Organizes annual trips to New York City for students to experience Broadway shows and cultural activities
President’s Club
Offers premium pre-show experiences with exclusive lounge access, food, and drinks at the Rothschild Lounge
Project RestOURation
Capital campaign focused on restoring the West Herr Performing Arts Center into a multi-stage, historically preserved venue
Stars of Tomorrow
Recognizes excellence in high school musical theatre through adjudication, educational support, and a gala awards ceremony
Student Ambassadors
Engages high school students as representatives of RBTL, fostering leadership and theatre advocacy skills
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Delivers arts education and youth engagement programsProvides curriculum-based arts education programs such as STARS OF TOMORROW and ARTS PARTNERS, offering classroom visits, curriculum guides, teacher professional development, and student art displays. These programs serve thousands of students annually from Monroe and surrounding counties across over 40 schools.
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Event and Production Volunteer Coordination 1 activity
- Engages volunteers in theater operations and educationUtilizes volunteers as ushers and Kindness Crew members to assist with guest services during performances and support K-12 student groups attending shows, many of whom are experiencing live theatre for the first time.
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Charity Golf Tournament Fundraiser 1 activity
- Hosts fundraising events to support education programsOrganizes an annual golf tournament fundraiser that generates proceeds to support arts education and outreach initiatives, serving thousands of local students each year.
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Performing Arts Ticket Access Programs 1 activity
- Operates ticketing and box office servicesManages a full-service ticketing system for the West Herr Auditorium Theatre through online, phone, and in-person channels at the box office. Services include ticket sales, season ticket renewals, exchanges, forwarding, gift certificates, and account management.
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Professional Theatrical Production 1 activity
- Presents touring Broadway shows and live performancesProduces and presents an annual season of touring Broadway shows and other live events, including comedy and dance performances, at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester, NY. The venue has a 2,464-seat mainstage and hosted approximately 57,000 patrons in 2019.
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Accessibility Services for Cultural Programs 1 activity
- Provides accessibility and patron support servicesOffers accessible seating, parking, assistive listening devices, and American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation to ensure inclusive access for all patrons attending performances at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre.
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Historic Theater and Arts Venue Preservation 1 activity
- Undertakes venue restoration and developmentIs restoring the West Herr Performing Arts Center into a multistage, 1920s-era regional arts and cultural hub, enhancing its capacity to host performances and community events.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$17.75M
Contributions & grants$3.61M20%
Program service revenue$12.96M73%
Investment income$227K1%
Other revenue$954K
expenses
Total expenses$15.59M
Program expenses94%
Admin / overhead4%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$2.82M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$20.68M
Cash$5.55M
Investments$0
Liabilities$10.26M
Net assets$10.42M
Liquid reserves4.3 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -9.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 4
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOHN PARKHURST | COO | 40 | $170K |
| LINDA GLOSSER | CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER | 40 | $170K |
| ARNIE ROTHSCHILD | CHAIRMAN AND CEO | 20 | $142K |
| ANDREW PARKHURST | DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS | 40 | $140K |
board members · 21
- ANDRE LANGSTON — DIRECTOR
- BOB CIESLICA — DIRECTOR
- DEBORAH BERNACKI — DIRECTOR
- DICK KAPLAN — VICE CHAIRMAN OF FINANCE
- ELIZABETH CORDELLO — DIRECTOR
- ERIC SMITH — DIRECTOR
- FRANK HAGELBERG — DIRECTOR
- HERB ESCHER — DIRECTOR
- JAMES D BROWN — DIRECTOR
- JAY VANDERSTYNE — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER LAKE — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER WEIDNER — DIRECTOR
- JOHN MAGEE CPA — DIRECTOR
- JOSEPH SAYRE — DIRECTOR
- LYDIA BODDIE-RICE — SECRETARY
- MELISZA CAMPOS — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL COOPER — DIRECTOR
- MICHAEL HAYMES — DIRECTOR
- MIGUEL LLANO — DIRECTOR
- NAOMI SILVER — DIRECTOR
- PAUL GUGLIELMO — DIRECTOR
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- Albert Nocciolino Partner — Co-presenter of the M&T Bank Broadway Season.
- Albert Nocciolino Partner — Co-presenter of the annual Broadway season.
- Albert Nocciolino Partner — Co-presents the M&T Bank Broadway Season with RBTL.
- Auditorium Box Office Partner — Collaborates with the Auditorium Box Office to provide in-person account management services for subscribers.
- Auditorium Theatre Partner — Operated by RBTL as a venue for touring Broadway shows and live events.
- Classical Arts Entertainment Partner — Promotional partner for the presentation of Swan Lake.
- Guglielmo Sauce Partner — Sponsor and organizational partner, represented by RBTL Board Member Paul Guglielmo who chairs and serves as Master of Ceremonies for the Golf Tournament.
- Holly Valentine Partner — Contact person for program enrollment and coordination for schools and students.
- M&T Bank Partner — Title sponsor of the Broadway Season presented by RBTL.
- M&T Bank Partner — Title sponsor of the Broadway season.
- M&T Bank Partner — Title sponsor of the annual Broadway season.
- Midvale Country Club Partner — Host venue for the annual RBTL Golf Tournament fundraiser.
- NAC Entertainment Partner — Broadway presenter partner for programming.
- Ticketmaster Partner — Authorized seller of West Herr Auditorium Theatre event tickets and partner for online ticketing and mobile ticketing services.
- United European Ballet Partner — Performing company presenting Swan Lake in collaboration with RBTL.
- West Herr Auditorium Theatre Partner — Venue partner hosting the Broadway season performances.
- West Herr Auditorium Theatre Partner — Venue partner where RBTL presents touring Broadway productions and deploys volunteers for audience and education services.
- West Herr Performing Arts Center Partner — Jointly operated by RBTL as part of its venue-management activities.
- West Herr Performing Arts Center Partner — Restoration project and future venue for RBTL performances and programs.
strategies · 3
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.
- Arts-Integrated Education to Enhance Academic and Personal Developmentmethodology: arts-integration-in-educationBy integrating theater and performance into classroom learning and providing curriculum-aligned resources and teacher training, the organization fosters student creativity, discipline, and cultural understanding because the arts are believed to be essential to holistic childhood education and academic engagement.
- Community and Audience Engagement Through Inclusive Programming and Personalized Experiencemethodology: community-engagement-through-artsBy offering family-friendly, diverse, and high-quality performances alongside volunteer-powered hospitality and behind-the-scenes storytelling, the organization strengthens community ties and audience loyalty because inclusive access and personal connection increase public investment in the arts.
- Subscription-Based Patronage Model to Ensure Financial Stability and Long-Term Engagementmethodology: subscription-based accessBy offering discounted, flexible season subscriptions with seat renewal benefits, the organization encourages long-term patronage because predictable access and perceived value reinforce sustained audience commitment and organizational revenue stability.