Spectrum and Ovation TV presented the award at
reception for the world premiere of the LTC play "Whittier
Boulevard"
LOS ANGELES ,
May 2,
2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectrum today announced the
Latino Theater Company received $10,000 through the 2022-2023 Stand For The Arts
Awards, a partnership with Ovation TV that recognizes local arts,
cultural and educational organizations and programs. Since the
initiative started in 2017, Ovation TV and Spectrum have given out
60 awards totaling $600,000 towards
arts education.
Latino Theater Company will use its 2022-2023 Stand For The Arts
funding to sustain a home in Downtown Los
Angeles for artists and audiences and continue to be a
center where the convergence of people, cultures, and ideas
contributes to the future.
A check presentation and cocktail reception took place on
April 29 at The Los Angeles Theatre
Center. Following the presentation, the Latino Theater Company
debuted the world premiere of "Whittier Boulevard," an original,
ensemble-devised play directed by José Luis
Valenzuela.
"Latino Theater Company is honored to be one of the recipients
of a Stand For The Arts Award," said José Luis Valenzuela, Artistic Director for Latino
Theater Company. "This award demonstrates Ovation TV and Spectrum's
commitment to the arts community. With this support, we will be
able to further integrate arts and culture into our programs. We
are grateful for this recognition and look forward to continuing
our work with renewed inspiration."
The event featured Spectrum and Ovation executives and special
guests. In addition, local officials including Sen. Maria Elena Durazo and Asm. Wendy Carillo supported the event.
"By recognizing and investing in local arts organizations and
programs, Ovation TV and Spectrum are helping to ensure that
communities across the country have access to the transformative
power of the arts," said Sen. Maria Elena
Durazo. "Congratulations to the Latino Theater Company for
their well-deserved recognition as a Stand For The Arts Award
recipient. Their commitment to supporting LA artists and expanding
access to high-quality arts education is truly inspiring, and I am
proud to support their important work."
"The arts play and important and critical role in our overall
society," said Asm. Wendy Carrillo.
"With the financial support provided by Ovation TV and Spectrum to
the Latino Theatre Company and their recognition as a Stand For The
Arts Award, more opportunities will be provided to local artists
and playwrights to advance the dialogues and issues on stage that
are reflective of our society. It's a wonderful day for
theatre!"
"Our partnership with Ovation TV will enable these organizations
to continue to serve as vital arts and cultural resources in their
communities – which complements our focus on investing in and
strengthening the towns and cities we serve," said Adam Falk, Senior Vice President, State
Government Affairs for Charter Communications, Inc., which
operates the Spectrum brand of Internet, TV, Mobile and Voice
services. "We congratulate this year's Stand For The Arts honoree
the Latino Theater Company for its commitment to supporting artists
in Los Angeles and expanding
access to high-quality arts education, exhibits, and community
events."
The Latino Theater Company is one of 10 organizations receiving
support in Spectrum markets across the country. Select arts
organizations are awarded $10,000
Stand For The Arts contributions based on the following criteria:
support of creatives and artists via community-driven programming;
as advocates for equity and access to the arts; and for providing
accessible spaces for creative expression.
"We are pleased to continue our work with Charter as we enter a
sixth year of our Stand For The Arts initiative partnership,"
stated Sol Doten, Senior Vice
President, Content Distribution and Partner Marketing for Ovation
TV. "It remains our priority to champion community-driven arts
organizations as they support artists and creatives on a local
level."
More information about Stand For The Arts and the Stand For The
Arts Awards is available at: www.standforthearts.com.
About Spectrum
Spectrum is a suite of advanced
communications services offered by Charter Communications, Inc.
(NASDAQ:CHTR), a leading broadband connectivity company and cable
operator serving more than 32 million customers in 41 states. Over
an advanced communications network, the company offers a full range
of state-of-the-art residential and business services including
Spectrum Internet®, TV, Mobile and Voice.
For small and medium-sized companies, Spectrum
Business® delivers the same suite of broadband products and
services coupled with special features and applications to enhance
productivity, while for larger businesses and government entities,
Spectrum Enterprise provides highly customized, fiber-based
solutions. Spectrum Reach® delivers tailored advertising and
production for the modern media landscape. The company also
distributes award-winning news coverage and sports programming to
its customers through Spectrum Networks. More information about
Charter can be found at corporate.charter.com.
About OVATION TV America's Premier Arts Network
As an
independent television, production, and digital media company,
OVATION TV has an unparalleled commitment to the arts, culture, and
captivating entertainment. Showcasing a lineup of critically
acclaimed premium dramas, specials, documentaries, and iconic
films, OVATION TV salutes innovative storytelling with popular
programming that includes Inside the Actors Studio, Murdoch
Mysteries, Frankie Drake Mysteries, Arts Engines, The Fall,
Midsomer Murders, The Art Of, Celebrity Conversations, and The
Sound of New York. Ovation also
powers JOURNY, the dedicated streaming service where art, culture,
and travel intersect. The company has provided more than
$15M in contributions and in-kind
support to arts institutions and arts education. Its
signature advocacy platform, STAND FOR THE ARTS, includes a
coalition of over 150 arts organizations, cultural institutions,
and arts leaders throughout the country raising awareness about
art's positive impact, protecting access for everyone, and
encouraging action on behalf of the arts. OVATION TV is
available on major providers via cable, satellite and telco systems
including Comcast Cable/Xfinity, DIRECTV Stream, Charter/Spectrum,
Verizon FiOS, as well as on demand. You can follow OVATION TV
on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, OvationTV.com, and
through our App, OVATION NOW.
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