Genesius Guild 2023 Fundraiser

This fundraiser is organized by Genesius Theatre Foundation Inc.

Tax deductible

Help us make a difference by donating today to the Genesius Guild! Your donations go directly toward helping us produce free theater in the Quad Cities every summer.

Founded in 1956, the Genesius Guild performs Greek drama, Greek comedy, the works of Shakespeare, and other classical authors every weekend throughout the summer in Lincoln Park, Rock Island. All of our performances are staged free of charge, keeping the classics alive and accessible to everyone.

We are passionate about what we do; we believe that our outdoor classical theater brings an important, unique presence to the Quad Cities' arts and cultural scene. But we can't stage our shows without the support of donors like you! Bringing four plays to the stage in an outdoor environment has some significant costs. As an example, our 2024 budget includes items such as:

Professional staff (executive director, technical director, costumer, stage manager)
Production expenses (materials for set construction, props, costuming materials)
Stipends for directors
Stipend for mask design
Marketing costs (printing/postage and social media advertising)
Office supplies
Utilities for the costume house
Repairs and maintenance on the costume house
Insurance for the costume house
Repairs and maintenance on the stage

While we budget efficiently, costs have gone up significantly in the last few years - to such an extent that we have operated at a net loss the last two seasons.

Your donations go directly toward funding all of these items that go into operating our theater every summer. Thank you!

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