UW-Green Bay and Weidner Center Presents, Inc. Announce Collaborative Relationship
Announcement Marks One-Year Anniversary of the University’s Operations Model Change for the Center
Green Bay, WI --
Dec 12, 2006 --
Marking the one-year anniversary of the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay’s announcement to change the operations model for the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts, two entities have come together to secure the successful future of the venue for the community.
A multi-year, collaborative relationship has been established between the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay and Weidner Center Presents Inc (WCP). WCP, a nonprofit independent organization separate from the University, will lead the programming for the venue, serving as primary renter of the facility. WCP recently moved its operations and currently rents its office space at the Weidner Center for the Performing Arts.
WCP programming will build upon the present foundation of campus and community events currently occurring at the Weidner Center, including UW-Green Bay fine arts events and Green Bay Symphony Orchestra performances.
WCP was created to serve the interest of the community and ensure high quality programming and educational opportunities for the area. While WCP will lead the programming for the Weidner Center, another component of its mission is to generate community financial support. “The strong philanthropic support of the programming of this performing arts center is vital to escalating our area’s quality of life, and significant community involvement is needed to guarantee that diverse entertainment and educational opportunities exist”, said WCP Executive Director Katie Green.
Early 2007 will see an announcement from WCP of shows scheduled for the first part of the year, offering a range of entertainment for various interests. “Our goal is to bring in high quality, fresh entertainment that appeals to, unites, and enriches the community,” said Green.
Currently programmed by WCP is the Bellin Health LifeLines speaker series, featuring Mavis Leno, Erin Gruwell, Star Jones Reynolds, and Jane Pauley from January through May, 2007. The LifeLines speaker series is made possible by the generous support of Bellin Health and other community businesses and individuals.
Tickets for the LifeLines series and other events at the Weidner Center can be purchased online at www.uwgb.edu/tickets, by phone at 1-800-328-TKTS, or in person at University Ticket Services located on the lower level of the Union on campus.
More information about WCP, its mission, and the LifeLines speaker series can be found online at www.wcpresents.com.
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Media Contacts:
Katie Green, Executive Director
Weidner Center Presents, Inc
2420 Nicolet Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311
920.465.5100
katie@wcpresents.com
Tom Maki, Vice Chancellor for Business and Finance
University of Wisconsin – Green Bay
2420 Nicolet Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311
920.465.2210
makit@uwgb.edu
