Associated Artists of Pittsburgh

NATIONAL CHILDREN’S CHORUS RECEIVES $1 MILLION DONATION FROM THE TYLIS FAMILY FOUNDATION SUPPORTING VOCAL MUSIC EDUCATION

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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The fund honors the memory of Galina Tylis, mother of Al Tylis, co-founder of the Tylis Family Foundation.

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  • The fund honors the memory of Galina Tylis, mother of Al Tylis, co-founder of the Tylis Family Foundation.
  • Mrs. Tylis was a beloved music enthusiast and piano teacher who emigrated to the U.S. from Ukraine in 1977.
  • The NCC has previously received an anonymous gift of $1 million in 2016, and $2 million in 2020.
  • It will offer countless school students the life-changing music education available through our programs,” said NCC’s Artistic Director, President, and CEO Luke McEndarfer.

Persad Center Announces Date for Art for Change

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Tuesday, August 29, 2023
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Persad Center is pleased to announce its 36th annual “Art for Change 2023” event will take place on Friday, September 22 at Stage AE on the North Shore.

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  • Persad Center is pleased to announce its 36th annual “Art for Change 2023” event will take place on Friday, September 22 at Stage AE on the North Shore.
  • Mia Tarducci, this year’s Art for Change Committee Chair, has selected an additional 50-75 pieces submitted from the generous, loyal art community that will be juried into the main gallery section of the show.
  • According to Marty Healey, Chief Executive Officer of Persad Center, “The mental health of the LGBTQ+ community is significant.
  • Art for Change has been the catalyst to provide much-needed funds to those who need our specialized services.

Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet Artistic Director & CEO Stepping Down

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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WINNIPEG, MB, Feb. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - On behalf of the Board of Directors, Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet chair Don Leitch is pleased to announce Artistic Director & CEO André Lewis, O.M.

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  • WINNIPEG, MB, Feb. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - On behalf of the Board of Directors, Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet chair Don Leitch is pleased to announce Artistic Director & CEO André Lewis, O.M.
  • They anticipate announcing a new Executive Director by the end of June 2023 and a new Artistic Director in 2024.
  • On his retirement from dance in 1989, he was welcomed into the position of Associate Artistic Director prior to becoming Artistic Director in 1996.
  • In 2018, Lewis was also appointed to CEO of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet and has held the dual role ever since.

STREET NAMED IN HONOR OF LEGENDARY BALLET DANCER AND ARTS EDUCATION LUMINARY JACQUES D'AMBOISE

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Friday, May 6, 2022
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NEW YORK, May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A street in New York City has been named in commemoration of the life and achievements of Jacques d'Amboise, legendary ballet dancer and founder of the arts education organization National Dance Institute (NDI). The northwest corner of West 64th Street and Columbus Avenue in front of New York's Lincoln Center now displays the name Jacques d'Amboise Place. The ceremony took place adjacent to New York City Ballet where Mr. d'Amboise called home for 35 years. Mr. d'Amboise passed away just one year ago, leaving a legacy of giving children everywhere access to the joy and transformative power of the arts through NDI, the organization he founded 46 years ago.

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  • NEW YORK, May 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A street in New York City has been named in commemoration of the life and achievements of Jacques d'Amboise, legendary ballet dancer and founder of the arts education organization National Dance Institute (NDI).
  • The northwest corner of West 64th Street and Columbus Avenue in front of New York's Lincoln Center now displays the name Jacques d'Amboise Place.
  • "Jacques d'Amboise leaves behind a wonderful legacy that inspires artists to continue Manhattan's prominence as a global center of music, dance, theater, and the visual arts.
  • The Jacques d'Amboise Legacy Fund has been established to support artistic endeavors that honor his vision, creativity, and commitment to arts education.