Arizona Theatre Company

EIN: 860211777 501(c)(3) Arts, Culture & Humanities

Tucson, AZ

Total Revenue
$7,444,540
Total Expenses
$9,112,174
Total Assets
$3,562,892
Net Assets
$-419,834
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1966
Legal Domicile
AZ
Principal Officer
Geraldine Wright
Phone
5208848210
Tax Period
2023-07-01 to 2024-06-30

Arizona Theatre Company, founded in 1966, is a community nonprofit in the Arts, Culture & Humanities sector that reported $7.4M in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue surged 23% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. Expenses of $9.1M exceeded revenue, resulting in a 22% operating deficit.

Mission

ATC's mission is to create world-class theatre about what it means to be alive today - inspiring curiosity and creativity, sparking empathy and joy - bringing all Arizonans together.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $6,644,570 Revenue: $3,906,205

Setting the gold standard for artistic excellence, Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) is the state's only LORT (League of Resident Theatres) professional regional theatre. Under the visionary leadership...

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Setting the gold standard for artistic excellence, Arizona Theatre Company (ATC) is the state's only LORT (League of Resident Theatres) professional regional theatre. Under the visionary leadership of Executive Director Geri Wright and Kasser Family Artistic Director Matt August, ATC brings world-class artists together to create exceptional theatrical experiences for Tucson and the Tempe/Phoenix metro area. Beyond the stage, ATC enriches lives through outreach, education, and community engagement, reaching over 300,000 annually. From mainstage productions to student matinees and the National Latine Playwrights Award and Festival, we believe in the transformative power of theatre to inspire and connect.Join us in celebrating the magic of live performance-where creativity thrives, boundaries dissolve, and communities unite.

Program 2
Expenses: $174,223 Revenue: $35,415

Arizona Theatre Company provides professional theatre arts programming to students across Arizona through our student matinee program. During the 2023-24 season, this initiative enriched the lives of...

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Arizona Theatre Company provides professional theatre arts programming to students across Arizona through our student matinee program. During the 2023-24 season, this initiative enriched the lives of more than 3,500 students.ATC's student matinee program provides affordable access to live theatre for students from K-12 grades. We offer $1 tickets to Title I schools and discounted tickets to all other student groups, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent young audiences from experiencing professional theatre. Following each performance, students engage in dynamic panel discussions with the artistic team and actors, deepening their understanding of the production. To further enhance the educational experience, ATC provides show-specific study guides and educator resources at no additional cost.

Program 3
Expenses: $164,625 Revenue: $71,592

ATC is committed to fostering strong connections and engaging with our local communities. Our community engagement initiatives establish ATC as a vital cultural resource, extending our impact beyond...

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ATC is committed to fostering strong connections and engaging with our local communities. Our community engagement initiatives establish ATC as a vital cultural resource, extending our impact beyond the stage. Through diverse programs, including accessibility programming, audience engagement events, and the National Latine Playwright Award and Festival, we continuously expand our presence and strengthen our relationship with the community. Each of our productions features special events such as Community Night, Pride Night, and Teacher Preview Night, while offering reduced-price tickets to ensure the theatre remains accessible to all. ATC collaborates with more than 50 community organizations, local businesses, and nonprofits, forging meaningful partnerships that enhance engagement, elevate brand awareness, and support community well-being. Examples of these partnerships include Vet Tix, Phoenix Pride, Loving Library, Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, and Valors Veterans.

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $3,381,584
Program Service Revenue $4,013,212
Investment Income $48,010
Other Revenue $1,734
TOTAL REVENUE $7,444,540

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $3,653
Salaries & Benefits $4,969,825
Fundraising Expenses $587,099
Program Expenses $6,983,418
Other Expenses $4,138,696
TOTAL EXPENSES $9,112,174

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $7,444,540 $6,065,340 +0.2%
Expenses $9,112,174 $8,094,024 +0.1%
Net Income $-1,667,634 $-2,028,684 -0.2%
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Governance

Voting Members
25
Independent Members
22
Employees
342
Volunteers
280

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
5
$305,350
Total Directors
26
$410,343
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
1
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Geraldine Wright Executive Director 40.00
Officer Director
$198,019 $16,112 $214,131
Matthew August Artistic Director 40.00
Director
$190,084 $6,128 $196,212
Pat Engels Chair 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Kay Oliver Secretary 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Adam Michael Treasurer 5.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Char Augenstein Trustee 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Nora Hannah Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Phil Cowen Trustee 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Gary Jackson Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Brian Jorgensen Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Deanna Evenchik-Brav Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Stephen Heitz Trustee 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Joanie Flatt Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Michael O'Connor Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Beverly Arrington Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Joan Sherwood Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Erica Stutman Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Brian Boylan Trustee 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Don Riegger Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Karen Wohlgemuth Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Michael Bradford Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Hugh Hallman Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Debra Larson Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Analise Ortiz Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Mary Beth Radke Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Patrick Jones Trustee 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Mark Kochman Chief Financial Officer 40.00
Officer
$84,583 $6,636 $91,219
Paula Taylor Chief Development & Market 40.00
Highest
$119,206 $6,592 $125,798
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 No data No data No data No data
2024 $7,444,540 $9,112,174 $3,562,892 $-1,667,634
2023 $6,065,340 $8,094,024 $4,781,274 $-2,028,684
2022 $10,001,507 $6,437,420 $5,166,004 $3,564,087
2021 $4,958,239 $3,007,442 $2,336,661 $1,950,797
2020 $6,643,317 $7,866,569 $2,131,753 $-1,223,252
2019 $8,343,585 $8,545,704 $2,369,691 $-202,119
2018 $7,148,254 $7,296,174 $2,607,529 $-147,920
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