Who We Are -
Ghostlight Theater Company’s operating structure is rare. It is a for-profit community theater. That means that its artistic productions are completely open to artists and craftspeople from the community, but also that its governing board is focused on creating a return on investment. Every member of the governing board is also an investor with a stake in the organization. In addition, the governing board has an impressive resume in the arts, including arts professionals who’ve held the positions of Executive Director, Director of Development and Director of Arts Education in community theater. There are several development professionals, business owners, business professionals, and artists from nearly every discipline of theater within this group.
How the Investments Work-
Every share in Ghostlight Theater Company requires a $500.00
buy-in. There are two types of share. A voting share requires a
background in the arts, and is subject to unanimous approval by
the governing board following an interview process. A non-voting
share is a pure investment with no expectation of a voice in the
partnership. The number of non-voting shares available at any
given time is determined by the voting partners. All shares
combined will realize a maximum return of 10% of the net profits
of each production.
What We Do with the Profits -
Of the remaining 90% of the net profits, 20% will go to
the organization’s operating fund and 70% will go to
everyone who worked on the production. That includes
stipends for the production staff and gas reimbursement
for the volunteer performers. At Ghostlight Theater
Company, we see everyone's contribution as crucial.
Ghostlight Theater Company - 52 Stony Run Road - Stevens, PA 17578 - (717) 419-7875