Merie Productions | Application Preview
Merie Productions is seeking a $100,000 government grant to support multiple initiatives focused on the performing arts. A significant portion of the funding, $10,000 monthly, will be allocated to the Broadway Masters arts education program, which aims to host master classes in Montana's Flathead Valley. These classes will provide valuable training for youth aged 7-18, covering artist and teacher payments, travel, accommodations, and resources for participants.
In addition, $50,000 of the grant will contribute to a Summer Tribute Concert Series, enhancing the local performing arts facility. The remaining funds will be used to develop a literary book series and podcast titled "Confessions Of An Actress," covering expenses related to writing, editing, design, marketing, and production.
Merie Productions plans to expand over the next five years by creating quality productions and effectively marketing them through various channels, including social media and community engagement. The aim is to diversify offerings in live performance, literature, and multimedia products on a global scale.
The founder expresses a deep commitment to the performing arts and believes in the importance of mentoring youth. With 25 years of experience in Broadway and other performances, there is a strong desire to positively impact the community and promote cultural engagement.
Collaboration with local theatre companies is emphasized, treating them as allies rather than competitors, while also acknowledging the global landscape of arts education and entertainment. The competitive edge lies in the unique projects and community focus that Merie Productions aims to foster, emphasizing empowerment and education for artists worldwide.
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General Information
Business Registration Number: 88-2086672
Location: Whitefish, MT, United States
Length of Operation: 1-5
Number of Employees: 1-10 Employees
Annual Gross Income: Less than $100k
Annual Gross Expense: Less than $100k
Open to Loans: NO
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Funding Usage
erie Productions currently has many projects in development, and this $100,000 would fund first and foremost arts education program called Broadway Masters. I would use the money to book Broadway Master Classes at least once a month in the Flathead Valley of Montana for 2023. This would require $10,000 each month for every 2 day master class, each day consisting of 5 hour classes. This 10,000 would ensure payment for the artists and teachers, airfare, housing, car rental, scholarships for 10 students, theatre rental & staff, liability insurance, food and water for concessions, merchandise, gift bags for the 60 kids in attendance from the age of 7-18. This 100,000 would also be the grass roots funding for Summer Tribute Concert Series to expand to the performing arts facility. $50,000 of the grant money would go towards this series. Any remainder of the money would be invested in Merie Productions literary book series & podcast of the same name, Confessions Of An Actress. The money would be to fun the writer, editor, designer, marketing, production and promotion of the books, kindle, audible production. Currently available on Amazon and through Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere podcasts are heard.
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Business Plan
Merie Productions plans to grow in the next 5 years by first creating quality productions & projects, marketing them properly with the use of radio, television, social media, grass roots efforts within the community and wonderful word of mouth. Merie Productions will have diverse products available in live performance, literary, multimedia and digital products online with the capacity to grow worldwide. My dedication and passion for the performing arts is unparalleled. It is my life's purpose to not only perform but to give back to the children through teaching and mentoring. I can't think of a better way to bring culture and performing arts to my community and to communities around the world than creating the opportunities myself. I have a respected and admired performing arts career spanning 25 years on Broadway, in Television and Film and Concerts. I want to bring that respect and admiration to Merie Productions and create quality productions, projects and arts education to the masses.
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Self Identified Competition
My top 3 competitors in the physical vicinity of my company are actually looked at as collaborators. I have respect, admiration and a personal relationship with each of the 3 biggest theatre companies in the area; The Alpine Theatre Project, The Whitefish Theatre Company, & Big Fork Summer Playhouse. Worldwide, some of my competitors could be the Broadway Artist Alliance & Broadway Plus, & Broadway Dreams Foundation for master classes, however I think there is plenty of room for everyone. Concert companies are everywhere worldwide, as well as authors, podcast hosts and artists. But I believe the arts isn't funded or celebrated enough in this country and I am passionate about lifting others up with my company and products. My competitors also all have value in what they are producing. I am creating value by developing projects, products, and creating this thriving production company to empower, employ and teach artists all over the world.
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