Delaware Theatre Company, under the leadership of Executive Director Bud Martin and Managing Director Melissa Zimmerman, announced that the theatre is on track to gross $1 million in ticket sales for the first season in the theatre’s 38-year history.
“I am humbled by this news”, says Martin. “It is a testament to the production quality that has been produced this season by the artists and staff of the theater”. “When I arrived at Delaware Theatre Company, the picture was bleak. I am thrilled that four years later we can look to the future, towards new and exciting artistic ventures, with the knowledge that our audiences will embrace and value the works we produce”.
“For more than a generation the Delaware Theatre Company has enriched our region through inspired productions and a commitment to bringing performance into the community to serve others”, says Gov. Jack Markell. “Surpassing this milestone is a reflection of the quality of its product and the value that Delawareans place in the arts. I’m proud to congratulate Delaware Theatre Company and to recognize the vision of its founders, the strong support of its patrons and ticket holders, and of course the talent of its artists who have contributed to its success.”
“Congratulations to the Delaware Theatre Company, as this accomplishment represents the theatre’s long-standing commitment to the arts and performance in the City of Wilmington, Delaware, and surrounding areas,” said Wilmington Mayor Dennis P. Williams. “For decades, the Delaware Theatre Company has remained at the forefront of bringing high-quality artists and talent to the stage. I proudly commend the theatre company and performers for their continued artistic contributions, and appreciate the support of local ticket holders who allow our local community to thrive as a center for world-class arts and culture entertainment.”
To hit the million dollar goal, the theatre must sell an additional $50,000, which translates to 1,400 tickets – or enough to fill the 315-seat house only four times. The 2015/2016 season is projected to sell more than 31,000 tickets; the highest attended season since 2006 (28,000 tickets sold) and a big increase since the new artistic leadership took over in 2012 (12,000 tickets sold).
Currently on stage at the theater company is Nell Benjamin’s, The Explorers Club, a comedy that will run through May 22.
