OUR VISION
THE ROBERT AND JUDI NEWMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Celebrate, entertain, inspire and feed the imagination
Give voice to the innate human need for expression through performance
Educate and prepare better citizens of our community
Begin conversations of ideas
Foster an eagerness for and habits of curiosity and learning
Make the major sources of our own and other cultures accessible to our community
Embrace our differences; celebrate diversity of forms, attitudes, traditions and populations
Challenge assumptions and encourage creativity and new work, even at the risk of failure
Help teach our cultural heritage through the performance of great works from the past and support creativity by contemporary artists whose new voices will be remembered in the future
Demand excellence and integrity without avoiding controversy
Remind our community that the performing arts have value to our society because they:
o Create self-esteem which is earned by striving to achieve high standards
o Integrate with other disciplines such as language, history, math and science
o Foster Communication and inter-personal skills
Cover: Newman Center and the Rose Window at night. Photo Credit - Laura Stevens Photos left to right, top to bottom: 2010 Lamont Opera Production of The Magic Flute; Members of the Pilobolus Dance Company, NCP 2009-10 Season: Members of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, NCP 2009-10 Season; Mariza, NCP 2009-10. Photos by - University of Denver Communications
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The summer of 2011 marks the close of eight years of service by the Newman
Center for the Performing Arts at the University of Denver to the campus and the
community. The Newman Center is a department of the University reporting to the
Provost. Our tri-partite mission is:
(a) to assist the Lamont School of Music and Department of Theatre
in their uses of the theatrical venues in the Newman Center,
(b) to make venues in the Newman Center available for rental by
community organizations, and
(c) to curate and present to the public a multi-disciplinary, multi-
cultural performing arts series, which we call Newman Center
Presents.
As you will see in greater detail in this Annual Report, the Newman Center is home to almost 500 events each year,
nearly all of which are open to the public, and many of which are free performances by the outstanding students of
the University’s music and theatre departments. Over 100,000 people come to performances in our four theaters
each year. At the Newman Center people share entertaining and moving experiences with good friends in the region’s
best performance venues.
Performing arts centers are complex and expensive buildings to own and operate. A building such as the Newman
Center, however, is a vibrant example of the University’s commitment to excellence and public service. No other
university performing arts center is so beautiful or offers such unparalleled acoustics, comfort and sight lines. These
traits enable our students to learn in the best possible environment, challenging them to live up to the standard of
what surrounds them. And these traits allow the artists we present from all around the world to give our community
the best artistic experiences possible.
Our operations, and thus everything that happens in the Newman Center, are generously supported by the University.
The support of individuals, corporations, and foundations who become members, donors and sponsors is equally
important. Ticket sales and external rental income make up less than 60% of the Newman Center’s budget. University
underwriting and community gifts make up the rest. Thank you very much for your dedication and continuing support.
Sincerely,
Stephen W. Seifert
Executive Director, Newman Center for the Performing Arts
Photo Credit: Michael Richmond
University of Denver
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2010-2011 SEASON HIGHLIGHTS
Record number of sold out Newman Center Presents shows (6): Paul Taylor Dance Company; “Guitar
Legends” featuring Eliot Fisk and Bill Frisell; The Whiffenpoofs of Yale; Aspen Sante Fe Ballet; “Like
Father, Like Son?” Piano, Song and More featuring Jeffrey Kahane and Gabriel Kahane; Soledad Barrio
and Noche Flamenca.
Second year in a row to meet the Gay & Lesbian Fund Matching Grant for $15,000.
Presented the YOA Orchestra of the Americas as part of the Denver Biennial of the Americas city-wide
celebration. Twenty-two young adult YOA alumni and two Lamont School of Music graduates
performed in this ensemble, representing a total of 19 nations.
Hosted the 2nd annual TEDxDU event featuring 25 captivating speakers.
Hosted a “Town Hall Meeting” and simulcast of MSNBC’s Dylan Ratigan and his traveling show “Steel
on Wheels.”
Hosted the 8th consecutive sell-out season of Friends of Chamber Music, featuring such acclaimed
artists as the Takács Quartet, Kremerata Baltica with Gidon Kremer, Pacifica Quartet, and Hilary Hahn.
TEDxDU 2011
Photo Credit: University of Denver Communications
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ACCOMPLISHMENTS The Newman Center for the Performing Arts strives to provide the highest quality performing arts experiences for faculty, students, performers and the Colorado community. Each year the Newman Center is home to over 150 Lamont ensemble and DU Theatre performances, as well as over 100 Lamont Student Recitals. The Newman Center is also home to almost 50 Colorado organizations and events, most of which are non-profit organizations. Some of these include:
DU’s Bridges to the Future
Sound of the Rockies chorus
Colorado Youth Symphony
Denver Post’s Pen & Podium (SOLD OUT every year)
The Newman Center reaches over 100,000 people each year through its 470+ events and we are dedicated to showcasing cultural diversity, stretching the imagination, and stimulating dialogue.
DU Theatre Department Production: Julius Caesar, November 2010
Photo Credit: University of Denver Communications
30%
6%
3% 30%
6%
25%
Approximate Number of Events at the Newman Center During the 2010-2011 Season
External Clients - 142 events, 49 clients
DU Internal Clients - 28 events
Newman Center Presents sponsored events - 17 events
DU Lamont - 143 events
DU Theatre - 29 events
Lamont Student Recitals - 120 recitals
5
55%
9%
8%
20%
2% 6%
Approximate Audience Attendance per Producing Organization
External Clients - 59,652 people
DU Internal Clients - 9,762 People
Newman Center Presents - 9,075 people
DU Lamont - 21,605 people
DU Theatre - 2,553 people
Lamont Student Recitals - 6,050 people
Estimated Number of People Served: 108,678
Estimated Total Events: 479
Newman Center Presents
SURVEY RESULTS
The program for Newman Center
Presents shows includes a survey that
we ask our patrons to fill out. The
results shown here are limited to
voluntary responses.
NCP 2010-11: Soledad Barrio and Noche Flamenca, May 2011
Photo Credit: University of Denver Communications
1%
8%
2%
2%
28%
59%
Age of Audience: 2010-2011
Under 20
20-30
31-40
41-50
50-61
61+
31%
28%
10%
8%
11%
12%
How Far Did You Travel to Attend the Performance Tonight?
Less than 5 miles
6 to 10
11 to 15
16 to 25
26 to 35
36+
5
6
5
17%
22%
20%
14%
6%
11%
10%
Household Income: 2010-2011
under $50k
$50k-$70k
$70k-$100k
$100k-$150k
$150k-$200k
$200k+
No Response
Total Responses: 133 Total Responses: 130
Total Responses: 124
- 12 people
*People were given the option to choose multiple answers to these two questions.
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
45
0 1 2 3 4 5 to 10 11 to 15 16 to 20 21+
Nu
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of
Pe
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Number of Events
How Many Events Have You Previously Attended at the Newman Center?
How many events have you attended at the Newman Center?
24%
16%
3% 5% 0% (TV)
12% 7%
2%
31%
How Did You Find Out About Tonight's Event?*
Direct Mail
Newspaper
Radio
TV
Calendar listing
Website
Marquee on Univ.
Other
33%
21% 9%
22%
0% (TV)
7%
8%
How Do You Prefer to Find Out About Performances?*
Direct mail
Newspapers
Radio
Email newsletters
TV
Bus stop billboard
Other
Total Responses: 147 Total Responses: 179
NCP 2009-10: Stephen Seifert with Rebel, Ensemble for Baroque Music
Photo Credit: University of Denver Communications
FINANCIAL STANDING
The Newman Center for the Performing Arts is a department within the University of Denver. Our budget does not
contain all the revenue or expenses associated with the University’s ownership and use of the Newman Center. For
instance, music and theatre student tuition, and gifts for scholarships, faculty support, and academic operations are all
accounted for in other departments. Likewise, facility costs such as utilities, grounds and structural maintenance, and
many custodial services reside in other budgets. Our financial results reflect our support of Lamont and Theatre usage
of theatrical space, our operation of the community rental program, and the Newman Center Presents series.
We are pleased to report that the Newman Center’s financial performance remains strong. Despite recent economic
sluggishness around the country, performing arts organizations have managed to continue engaging audiences. In the
fiscal year ending June 30, 2010, this enabled us to exceed our budget for income related to community rentals. We
also handled more events from other University departments than expected. Ticket sales for the Newman Center
Presents series reached 95% of budget. Parking, concessions, and sponsorship income all exceeded budget thanks to the
robust number of events held in the Newman Center throughout the season. On the expense side, wages slightly
exceeded budget due almost entirely to higher than expected engagement of students to work in our box office. We
were able to achieve savings compared to the budget in materials and operating expenses due mostly to savings in
travel, program expendables and outside services. The last of those generally reflects the efforts of our clients to trim
back their own production costs. Finally, we transferred the budgeted amount of $50,000 to the Newman Center's long-
term capital reserve fund.
The Newman Center at Sunset
Photo Credit: Laura Stevens
NEWMAN CENTER FINANCIAL SUMMARY FY10 - FY11:
FY10 FY11*
Revenues Revenues Related to Community Rentals 618,152 638,522
Internal Rental Activity 92,617 73,779
Newman Center Presents Ticket Sales 285,203 245,255
Sponsorships and Advertising 78,229 71,729
Gifts and Grants 40,954 45,774
University Support 430,646 346,574
Total Revenue 1,545,801 1,421,633
Expenses Wages, Salaries & Fringe Benefits ** 809,347 728,273
Office Operating Expenditures *** 53,554 57,094
Printing and Advertising 78,273 84,631
Program Expenditures **** 516,573 476,443
Maintenance and Insurance 38,054 25,192
Plant and Capital Equipment 50,000 50,000
Total Expense 1,545,801 1,421,633
* Unaudited Initial Year-End Results ** Full Time, Part Time, Student, and Show Labor
*** Office Operating, Postal, Shipping, Telephone, and Tech Services **** Artist Fees and Hospitality, Credit Card Fees, Research, Travel, and Other Outside Services
Inside of June Swaner Gates Concert Hall
ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL SUMMARY
PG. 11 Photos: Top Row (left to right) – Punch Brothers, NCP 2010-11; Spalding Gray “Stories Left to Tell,” NCP 2010-11; “The Laramie Project: Ten Years Later,” NCP 2009-10;
Bottom Row (left to right) – Stephen Seifert with Guitarist Marcus Tardelli, NCP 2009-10; Bolero Colorado, NCP 2009-2010; Hubbard Street Dance, NCP 2009-10.
Photo Credit – University of Denver Communications. 10
FY 10 Revenue FY 10 Expenses
Total Revenue = $1,545,801 Total Expense = $1,545,801
FY 11 Revenue*
Total Revenue* = $1,421,633
FY 11 Expenses*
Total Expense* = $1,421,633
809,347 52%
53,554 4%
78,273 5%
516,573 33%
38,054 3%
50,000 3%
Wages, Salaries & Fringe Benefits
Office Operating Expenditures
Printing and Advertising
Program Expenditures
Maintenance and Insurance
Plant and Capital Equipment
618,152 40%
92,617 6%
285,203 18%
78,229 5%
40,954 3%
430,646 28%
Revenues Related to Community Rentals
Internal Rental Activity
Newman Center Presents Ticket Sales
Sponsorships and Advertising
Gifts and Grants
University Support
638,522 45%
73,779 5%
245,255 17%
71,729 5%
45,774 3% 346,574
24%
Revenues Related to Community Rentals
Internal Rental Activity
Newman Center Presents Ticket Sales
Sponsorships and Advertising
Gifts and Grants
University Support
* Unaudited Initial Year-End Results
728,273 51%
57,094 4%
84,631 6%
476,443 34%
25,192 2%
50,000 4%
Wages, Salaries & Fringe Benefits
Office Operating Expenditures
Printing and Advertising
Program Expenditures
Maintenance and Insurance
Plant and Capital Equipment
NEWMAN CENTER ENDOWMENT A performing arts center is a complicated structure with sophisticated equipment. The Newman Center was
built to the highest standards of excellence, serving both the campus and the community. Long-term support
of the structure, systems and equipment requires financial reserves. The Newman Center’s long-term needs
in this regard are part of the University’s overall Integrated Facilities Plan. In addition to university-wide
financial reserves, the specific long-term needs of the Newman Center are addressed by a building
endowment and a capital needs account.
The Newman Center for the Performing Arts Endowment, created in 2006, is part of the University’s
permanent endowment. The purpose of the Newman Center Endowment is to provide funding for special
programs, long-term needs, and major projects at the Newman Center, including building repairs and
upgrades, maintenance, and equipment purchases. All earnings on Newman Center Endowment funds are
also invested with the University’s permanent endowment, so that all principal and earnings are invested until
such time as an appropriate need arises. Withdrawals from the Newman Center Endowment may only be
made from spendable income and only with the approval of the Executive Director of the Newman Center and
the Vice Chancellor of Business Affairs. Our goal is to fund the Newman Center Endowment with at least $5
million. The balance of the Endowment as of June 30, 2010, was $294,646.
In addition, annually the Newman Center transfers funds into a Renewal and Replacement account which can
be drawn upon when needed for regular maintenance, repair and upgrades. As of June 30, 2010, the balance
in the Renewal and Replacement account was $261,230.
Above: Members from the cast of Side Show, DU Theatre Department, 2011 – Byron Theatre. Photo Credit – University of Denver Communications
THE POWER OF MEMBERSHIP = MAKING A DIFFERENCE We strive to make excellent programming available to everyone in our community. To do this our ticket prices are held
at a level that covers less than half of the true costs of our programming, operations and maintenance. The difference is
made up by your generous membership support.
Your membership in the Newman Center makes a powerful difference by bringing our community the best in
performing arts from around the world, supporting student discounts and master classes, and sustaining a landmark
facility. Please take a look at our Membership levels and consider adding a partially or fully tax-deductible Membership
to your Newman Center support.
VOLUNTEER PROGRAM The Newman Center’s Volunteer Program was
designed and developed by Dee Getchel, Asst.
Director for Patron Services. It began with a group
of 22 volunteers in the Newman Center's first
season in 2003 and has grown to a dedicated
volunteer group of over 200 members from the
Denver area community. These friendly and
knowledgeable volunteers serve as ushers and
ticket-takers for a large portion of events at the
Newman Center. Since its inception, this program
has not only saved rental clients thousands of
dollars in contract usher fees, but it has also saved
university-sponsored events more than $300,000.
The commitment of the volunteer group grows
each year, and this past season was no exception.
As a group, they volunteered 2,032 times, covering
87 events, and gave more than 8,130 hours of their
time. At the end of each season a party is held to
show our appreciation and give awards to those
who volunteered the most.
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NCPA volunteers at Denver Brass Halloween show, Oct. 2010
MEMBER & DONOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Newman Center for the Performing Arts would like to express its gratitude to the following individuals and
organizations who gave generously during the 2010-2011 Newman Center Presents season to support the Newman
Center’s Scholarship, Maintenance, Operations, Programming and Marketing. They play an important role in presenting
engaging performances, bringing music education to thousands and sustaining a landmark facility:
2010-2011 DONORS Anonymous
Anonymous
Ann and Bruce Brookens
Sigrid H. Freese
Sandra L. Huzyk
Kristin M. and Charles Lohmiller
Ellen Lowe
Lynette Luhnow
M.D.C. Holdings, Inc.
Susan H. Martin
Nelson Family Foundation
Jane M. Quinette
In Honor of Bob and Judi Newman’s Birthdays
Lewis D. & John J. Gilbert Foundation
In Honor of Robert and Judi Newman
Mr. Donald D. Rosenkrans, Jr. and
Mrs. Kathy A. Rosenkrans
In Honor of Alida Stein’s 80th Birthday
Lisa E. Davis
In Honor of Davol Tedder’s Birthday
Dean M. Prina
In Memory of Rodney Smith
Stephen W. Seifert
To support YOA Orchestra of the Americas
Office of the Provost, University of Denver
Biennial of the Americas
2010-2011 MEMBERS PLATINUM
Robert and Judi Newman
GOLD
Diana and Mike Kinsey
Stephen W. Seifert
Peter J. and Patricia S. Smith
Davol Tedder
SILVER
Dr. Gregg Kvistad and Dr. Amy Oaks
Robert Z. Mesko
Gene and Dee Milstein
Barbara Neal
Nancy D. Petry
Dr. and Mrs. Timothy Wachuta
BRONZE
Robert and Carole Adelstein
John and Margaret DeLeon
Celeste and Jack Grynberg
Beverlee B. Henry and Hon. Robert Fullerton
Ms. Carla M. Joy
Rhoda Krasner and Dr. E. Fishman
Dewey and Debby Long
Bette MacDonald
Laura Merage
Mimi Michel
Nancy V. Miller
Jean E. Onderko
Jane Quinette
Bill and Ann Richardson Stolfus
Janice Temple
Adrian Tinsley
COPPER
Martha H. and David L. Ashmore
James Bailey
Ms. Sybil Barnes
Jim and Joan Blackwell
Dr. and Mrs. M. Blaich
Roberta C. Blanc
Karin C. Bond
Thomas N. Butler
Joel Cohen and Kathryn Oberdorfer
Catherine P. Cole
Betty J. Croall
Alan Davis
Sheryl and Michael DeGenring
Robert and Vivian Dickenson
Mrs. Helen N. Driscoll
Marlene Chambers and Larry Duggan
Stephen A. Edmonds
William N. Ekstrand
Joyce Findlay
Sheldon E. Friedman
Karen Garrus
Arthur and Linda Gibbard
Carol and Henry Goldstein
Frances N. Gray
Kathleen M. Head
Beth Heiberg
Dr. Roscoe Hill and Dr. Sheila Wright
Andrew Hornbrook
Shirley Kenneally
Norma N. King
Neal Lafon
Miguel and Yaya Lander
Ms. Lisa Lee
Margaret A. Lloyd
W. Peterson and Nancy Nelson
Frances J. Norris
Christine and Thomas Obermeier
Mark K. Overmeyer
Peggy and Lou Phannenstiel
Sally G. Plummer
Ron and Rhonda Resnick
In Honor of Jan Friedland’s 75th Birthday
Ann Wall Richards
Nancy Richards
Donovan and Phyllis Rieger
Linda Rosales
Karen R. and Edward Rosenthal
Robert A. and Margo E. Sargent
James Schatzman
Ruth Schoening
Mrs. Frances E. Seifert
Martin H. and Judith Rosoff Shore, Sr.
Elisabeth Shippey
Selma and Oscar Sladek
Vikki Stevens
Roger L. Tate
Dr. J. AltonTemplin
Brad Tobin
Louis L. Underbakke, J.D.
Kalli Van Maaren
Reda Walsh
Rhoda Weinstein
Mr. Waldo L. and Emily Willecke
John A. Willhardt
Carol A. Wilson
Ruth Wolff
Cynthia Wood
Rozanne C. Wuerstl TEDx 2011 Audience Member
Photo Credit: University of Denver Communications
Photos of artwork in the Newman Center - Left to Right: Indiana limestone carving of classical musicians and a vocalist located on North side of building, created by
Denver stone carvers, Madeleine Weiner and Kathy Caricof (Photo Credit: University of Denver Communications); Aluminum-filled plastic over steel armature entitled
Harlequin, c. 1957 by artist Marion Buchan (Photo Credit: University of Denver Communications); Bronze cast no. 1 of 2 depicting a string trio, entitled Trio and Tone
Shapes c. 2007 (original relief c. 1939) by artist Arnold Rönnebeck (Photo Credit: University of Denver Communications)
NEWMAN CENTER STAFF The Newman Center is a department of the Office of the Provost, University of Denver
Gregg Kvistad Provost, University of Denver Stephen Seifert Executive Director Event Services
Diane Roth Assistant Director, Event Services
Deirdre A.L. Shaw Event and Community Outreach Manager
Sarah Johnson Event Coordinator
Patron Services
Dee Getchel Assistant Director, Patron Services
Marketing
Natalie Ryan Marketing Director
Finance Richard Michel Budget Officer Production Services
Garret Glass Assistant Director, Production Services
Vanessa VanHoudnos Production Services Coordinator/Lighting Engineer
Shakeel Wahab Production Services Coordinator/Audio Engineer
Ticketing Services
Richard Moraskie Assistant Director, Ticketing Services
Lindsey Mitchell Assistant Manager, Ticketing
University Advancement
Robert Mesko Director of Development
Aaron Ciszek Director of Development
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Newman Center for the Performing Arts • University of Denver • 2344 E. Iliff Ave. • Denver • CO • 80208 303.871.6200 • www.newmancenterpresents.com • [email protected]