PRESIDENT & CEO
ARTS GARAGE
Arts Garage opened 15 years ago in downtown Delray Beach as a New York–style jazz club with cabaret seating, presenting musical acts and theatre productions.
When Marjorie Waldo took the leadership reins in October 2016, she inherited an organization in need of a financial turnaround. A former University of Virginia theatre major, educator and business consultant with a deep love for the arts, she stepped in to safeguard a cultural home the community couldn’t afford to lose.
“We were on the verge of closing our doors, and today Arts Garage is a powerhouse of arts and culture,” Waldo says. “We’re a multidisciplinary venue presenting visual art exhibitions, open mic nights, opportunities for emerging artists, and live music every week, including jazz, Latin jazz and blues, along with high-quality tribute shows. We’re also showcasing non-traditional theatre and expanding access through our family series.”
Arts Garage’s Kimmel Family Series, sponsored by the Virginia and Harvey Kimmel Family Fund, recently enabled 500 children from local underserved schools to attend a performance at no cost. The organization also offers artist talks, adult education and senior movement classes.
Marjorie gratefully acknowledges the nearly 100 volunteers who contribute about 10,000 hours each year. “We are truly transforming lives through the experiences we offer,” she adds, noting an estimated $4 million in annual economic impact. “Local businesses benefit, too, with more than 60% of our patrons dining downtown before or after a show.” “It’s all about community,” Waldo reflects. “I’ve lived in Delray since 1999, and this place means the world to me.”
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