DERBY LINE — In 2015, the Haskell Opera House is celebrating 111 years and is trying to keep up with the ever changing needs in the 21st Century. Martha Stewart Haskell had no idea when she built this unique venue that it would require state-of-the-art lighting, technology, and fire retardant theatre drapes. The venue is currently in Phase III of upgrades to the building.
Preserving the integrity of the building and maintaining an attractive rental property for performers are key to this phase. A detailed list of new upgrades prompted Lynn Leimer, Haskell Opera House Theatre Director and grant writer Anita Morin-Mayhew, to set about finding money for these improvements.
Over the years Plum Creek has been generous in supporting the community and the arts in this region. As a result, they recently awarded the Haskell Opera House $3,000 toward the purchase of new stage curtains. Community Affairs Manager, Mark Doty recently visited the Haskell Opera House to present the check.
Plum Creek is among the largest and most geographically diverse private landowners in the nation with more than 6 million acres of timberlands in 19 states. They also operate wood products mills in the Northwest, managing working forests using sustainable practices to benefit Plum Creek’s many stakeholders. Their employees work together to create shareholder value, serve as stewards of the environment, make wood products for everyday use, and build strong communities.
If patrons, businesses or community organizations are interested in assisting with the Phase III Technological Upgrade, they can send a tax-deductible donation to the Haskell Opera House, earmarked Phase III Upgrade, PO Box 337 Derby Line VT 05830.
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