Education
The Actors Gymnasium Inc
EVANSTON, IL
Total revenue
$1.1M
Total expenses
$1.0M
Net assets
$552K
Grants received
$86K
11 grants
EIN
364030275
Tax year
2023
Mission
A circus and performing arts training center dedicated to creating exciting theater and developing physical theatre artists. The actors gymnasium is a think-and-do tank dedicated to bringing a new physicality to the american theater, and encouraging theatrical exploration.
Programs
3 programs
Professional courses: professional training programs provide advanced instruction for aspiring and working circus artists and performers. These courses develop high-level skills in circus disciplines, preparing participants for professional opportunities in performance, teaching, and related fields.
Community connections: the actors gymnasium expands access to circus arts through outreach programs, school residencies, and community partnerships, ensuring diverse audiences can experience the magic of physical theater. In addition to these initiatives, the actors gymnasium represents and supports circus performers who bring dynamic, high-quality performances to major events across chicagoland. From festivals and corporate gatherings to theater productions and cultural celebrations, these artists showcase the artistry and athleticism of the circus, broadening the reach and impact of the organization's work.
General programs: other general supporting activities.
Financials
FY 2023
Revenue
Expenses
People
11 listed
DONALD MURPHY MONROE
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
$75K
40 hrs/wk
SYLVIA HERNANDEZ-DISTASI
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
$67K
40 hrs/wk
PAUL KASS
SECRETARY
—
2 hrs/wk
JAMES SMITH
TREASURER
—
2 hrs/wk
JENNIFER ARRINGTON
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
LISA WINN
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
KAREEM BANDEALY
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
SUNI KARTHA
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
CARLYLE COASCH
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
KERRY CATLIN
BOARD MEMBER
—
1 hrs/wk
SYMPHONY SANDERS
PRESIDENT
—
2 hrs/wk
Grants received
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Funded by
$86K from 6 funders · 11 grants · 2018–2024
$45K · 1 grant · 2023
$25K · 1 grant · 2019
$10K · 1 grant · 2020
$5K · 4 grants · 2019–2024
$700 · 3 grants · 2018–2020
$25 · 1 grant · 2021