Boosting Our Chances: Support THE DRESSER and Help Us Win $1000 in Spring Match Campaign
- Kevin Shinnick
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
We want to start by expressing our heartfelt thanks to DARYL DEAR CUBITT for their generous donation to The Ensemble Theatre Company of New York (TETCNY) and our production of THE DRESSER.
Their support means a great deal to us and helps bring this powerful play to life. Now, we have an exciting opportunity to build on this momentum and increase our resources to make THE DRESSER even more impactful.
Our fiscal sponsor, FRACTURED ATLAS, is running its annual Spring Match campaign. This campaign will distribute $1,000 to 20 different projects, and THE DRESSER is one of the projects competing for this funding. Every donation made to THE DRESSER between Monday, May 4 and Friday, May 8 counts as one extra chance for us to win the $1,000 prize. This means your support directly improves our odds of receiving this important funding.
We invite you to join us in this effort by making a donation of any amount. Your contribution will help us enhance the production and reach more audiences. Please also share our fundraiser widely to maximize our chances.
Why Your Support Matters
Producing a play like THE DRESSER requires more than just creative energy. It demands financial resources to cover everything from set pieces and costumes to marketing and venue costs. Donations help us maintain production values and provide a memorable experience for our audiences.
The $1,000 prize from Fractured Atlas could:
Fund additional rehearsal time for the cast and crew
Printing Costs (posters, postcards, programs)
Support outreach programs to bring the play to schools and community groups
Improve marketing efforts to attract a larger audience
Every dollar you donate increases our chance to secure this prize, which in turn strengthens our production and community impact.
How the Spring Match Campaign Works
Fractured Atlas supports artists and arts organizations by providing fiscal sponsorship and fundraising tools. Their Spring Match campaign is designed to encourage donations by offering a chance to win additional funds.
Here’s how it works:
Twenty projects will receive $1,000 each, selected by a random drawing weighted by the number of donations received.
Each donation made between May 4 and May 8 counts as one entry for the project.
Donations of any size count equally, so even a small gift helps.
The more donations we receive, the better our chances of winning.
This system rewards community engagement and encourages supporters to spread the word.
How You Can Help Beyond Donating
Your donation is vital, but you can also help by sharing our fundraiser with friends, family, and colleagues. Here are some ways to spread the word:
Share the donation link on your social media accounts with a personal message about why you support THE DRESSER. https://fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/the-ensemble-theatre-company-of-new-york
Email the link to your contacts who appreciate theater or support local arts.
Mention the campaign in community groups or forums you belong to.
Encourage others to donate during the campaign window to increase our chances.
By amplifying our message, you help build a larger network of supporters, which is crucial for winning the match funds.
What THE DRESSER Brings to the Community
THE DRESSER is a compelling play that explores themes of loyalty, aging, and the complexities of human relationships. It resonates deeply with audiences and sparks meaningful conversations. Indeed, there will be a talk back after the Sunday , July 26, 2026 2 p.m. performance .
Supporting this production means:
Bringing thought-provoking theater to the Rochester ,New York area audiences
Providing showcase opportunities for local actors, designers, and technicians
Enriching the cultural landscape with quality performances
Your support helps us continue this important work and reach more people.
Final Thoughts and Next Steps
We are grateful for every donation and every share of our fundraiser. Your involvement directly impacts our ability to produce THE DRESSER at the highest level and to compete for the $1,000 prize from Fractured Atlas.
Please consider making a donation between May 4 and May 8. Every gift counts and increases our chances of winning. Then, share the link widely to help us reach as many supporters as possible. https://fundraising.fracturedatlas.org/the-ensemble-theatre-company-of-new-york
Together, we can make THE DRESSER a success and strengthen the arts community in the Rochester New York area.
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