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Friends, Family, Patrons, and Supporters of ACPAA:
2020 has been a year unlike any other in recent memory. The rapid outbreak of COVID-19 around the world has impacted each and every one of us in so many ways, and the performing arts have taken an especially hard hit. City, State, and Institutional closures have made traditional performance venues, such as our beloved McAlister Auditorium, inhospitable to performances this year. I am proud of the resilience and creativity our Alamo City Dance Company artistic team has expressed to support the Alamo City Performing Arts’ mission of bringing the performing arts to the greater San Antonio community despite these obstacles. Together, we have found unique ways to deliver performance opportunities that feed the souls of our city’s artists and bring joy to community members and patrons. We look forward to presenting several productions this year in this new format. These performances would not have been possible without countless hours of planning and hard work by all the members of the Association. |
Specifically, I’d like to thank Cory McRae for his strength, passion and leadership; Buddy and Susan Trevino for their mentorship, artistic vision, dedication, and strength of character; Michael Landez for his ideas, drive, and friendship; and the ACPAA Board of Directors, who are the engine that drive our productions to completion.
On a personal note, I am extremely humbled by the appointment granted to me by the Executive Board of ACPAA as the new Artistic Director of the Alamo City Dance Company. Alongside the new Music Director for Symphony Viva, Joseph Kneer, I am proud to be a part of the charge to re-envision Alamo City Performing Arts as San Antonio’s premiere performing arts presenter. I promise to continuously bring a new light, energy, and joy to the Alamo City Dance Company throughout my tenure as Artistic Director.
Like you, I am anxious for the day we can return to the stage together. Until that time, however, know that we will tirelessly work to provide you with unique performance opportunities while prioritizing the health and safety of all our artists. While this pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to our organization, it has also resulted in a blooming of many fruitful community partnerships that we are excited to continue into the future. ACPAA is proud to be part of a community of arts organizations that have come together in the wake of tragedy, and look to a bright future, full of potential.
It is my greatest wish that you find happiness, joy, and peace at this time. All of us here at ACPAA hope that the splendors of our work will aid in the beautification of our lives and the joy the performance practices can bring to its participants.
To a bright future,
Katie R. Hall
On a personal note, I am extremely humbled by the appointment granted to me by the Executive Board of ACPAA as the new Artistic Director of the Alamo City Dance Company. Alongside the new Music Director for Symphony Viva, Joseph Kneer, I am proud to be a part of the charge to re-envision Alamo City Performing Arts as San Antonio’s premiere performing arts presenter. I promise to continuously bring a new light, energy, and joy to the Alamo City Dance Company throughout my tenure as Artistic Director.
Like you, I am anxious for the day we can return to the stage together. Until that time, however, know that we will tirelessly work to provide you with unique performance opportunities while prioritizing the health and safety of all our artists. While this pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges to our organization, it has also resulted in a blooming of many fruitful community partnerships that we are excited to continue into the future. ACPAA is proud to be part of a community of arts organizations that have come together in the wake of tragedy, and look to a bright future, full of potential.
It is my greatest wish that you find happiness, joy, and peace at this time. All of us here at ACPAA hope that the splendors of our work will aid in the beautification of our lives and the joy the performance practices can bring to its participants.
To a bright future,
Katie R. Hall