Fiscal Note
No appropriation required.
Title
Proclaiming May 9, 2009, as "Broom Street Theater Day" in Madison, Wisconsin.
Body
WHEREAS, Broom Street Theater has produced more original theater than any other theater in these United States; and
WHEREAS, the citizens of Madison have nominated and voted Broom Street Theater their favorite more frequently than any other theater; and
WHEREAS, Broom Street Theater has been using green energy to power its building since 2005; and
WHEREAS, Broom Street Theater has been instrumental in defending freedom of expression for all artists; and
WHEREAS, Broom Street Theater has dedicated itself to challenging the cultural and intellectual assumptions of its audiences through unique and diverse productions; and
WHEREAS, Broom Street Theater has welcomed community members to become active in the creation of theater artwork; and
WHEREAS, Broom Street Theater is a theater of not one but many voices; and
WHEREAS, Broom Street Theater, a visionary institution and public champion, joyous in its unending support for original and experimental theater productions, marks its 40th anniversary as a beacon of artistic freedom;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Common Council do hereby proclaim May 9, 2009, as "Broom Street Theater Day" in Madison, Wisconsin.