Local Theater Impact

This season, A Christmas Story the Musical and An Act of God are at the center of our Local Theater Impact initiative—an effort to highlight how community support directly strengthens the role of live theater in Bloomington.

These productions are more than shows. They create jobs, spark childhood memories, and offer experiences that can only happen locally. Here’s how your support makes a difference right now:

Supporting Local Artists & Staff

Each production brings together a team of local actors, designers, musicians, technicians, and administrative staff. When you give, you’re helping provide steady, professional opportunities for artists who live and work in Bloomington. Your support keeps creative talent rooted here—and ensures our community continues to benefit from their skills and storytelling.

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Youth Ensemble Experience

This year’s Youth Ensemble plays a major role in A Christmas Story. For these young performers, this isn’t just a show—it’s a rare opportunity to train and perform alongside professional artists, learn industry-level expectations, and build confidence onstage. With your help, we can continue offering meaningful experiences that shape future performers, patrons, and creative leaders.

A Bloomington Holiday Tradition

For many families across our region, the annual holiday show has become a tradition. Kids grow up with it, relatives plan their schedules around it, and new families join every year. It’s a shared experience that brings generations together and adds something special to the season. Community support helps us maintain the quality and accessibility that make this tradition worth returning to.

Why Your Support Matters

Producing high-quality theater with a strong local footprint is only possible when our community invests in it. Ticket sales cover part of the cost, but donations ensure we can:

• Pay artists and staff fairly
• Build productions with the level of detail our audiences expect
• Offer professional opportunities to local youth
• Keep traditions alive for families throughout Bloomington
• Continue strengthening the city’s cultural and economic vitality

When you give to Local Theater Impact, you’re supporting the people, stories, and experiences that make Bloomington’s arts scene unique. Your generosity keeps local theater thriving—and helps create moments our community will remember for years.

HOW TO DONATE

There are several convenient ways you can make a tax-deductible donation to Constellation Stage & Screen today!

1. Online – the most convenient way to give.
   1. One-time donation.
   2. Recurring installments – Set up a membership and support Constellation throughout the year with a recurring monthly or quarterly gift. 
2. Check – made payable to “Constellation” and mailed to:
   Constellation Stage & Screen
   122 S Walnut St
   Bloomington, IN 47404
3. Wire / Online Financial Service (e.g. YourCause or Fidelity Charitable): Let us know if you would prefer to transfer funds via wire transfer and we can provide you with our account details. Constellation also has established charity accounts with online services such as YourCause and Fidelity Charitable. Contact erin@seeconstellation.org or consult your financial advisor for more information.
4. Gifts of stock – We can accept gifts of stock via our brokerage account and can provide you with our account details. Contact erin@seeconstellation.org for details.