Zilker Summer Musical at Risk of Closing Due to Critical Lack of Funding: A Call to Save Austin’s 65-Year Tradition
Press release published October 17th, 2024
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AUSTIN, TX – Zilker Theatre Productions (ZTP), the nonprofit behind the beloved Zilker Summer Musical, is facing a catastrophic funding crisis that threatens the future of Austin’s 65-year summer tradition. For the first time in decades, the continuation of the annual free musical is at critical risk due to the lack of city funding, as well as a decrease in grants, corporate sponsorship, and community donations. […]
Save the Zilker Summer Musical
Zilker Theatre Productions (ZTP), the nonprofit behind the beloved Zilker Summer Musical, is facing a severe funding crisis that threatens the future of Austin’s 65-year summer tradition. The annual free musical is at critical risk due to lack of city funding, as well as a decrease in grants, corporate sponsorship, and community donations.
How You Can Help
- Corporate sponsorships are available at various levels. Please visit zilker.org/sponsorztp or contact sponsors@zilker.org.
- ZTP is also seeking volunteers and professionals with expertise in grant writing, fundraising, and accounting. Anyone interested in supporting one of Austin’s most unique traditions is encouraged to contact ZTP at info@zilker.org.
- Community members can support ZTP’s mission through direct donations.
- For more information or to get involved, return to zilker.org or follow @ZilkerTheatreProductions on Instagram or Facebook.
For over 65 years, ZTP has brought free musical theater to the heart of Austin. Now, it’s our turn to step up and save this beloved tradition. Let’s ensure the show goes on—together, we can save ZTP.