2013
THE 2013 BIG TOP SEASON WAS UNDERWRITTEN BY THE BAYFIELD INN
FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD AND THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
March 2013 Governor ’ s Tourism Award for Arts , Culture & Heritage
Dear Friends of the Big Top ,
This year was a bountiful one , one filled with glorious music and moving performances under the big blue tent . It was also a year of unpredictable weather and “ canvas malfunctions .” But all-in-all , 2013 will go down in the Big Top record books as the best year in our history--BEST in terms of brilliant performances and BEST in terms of financial strength .
Here are some highlights by the numbers :
August 17 - Joan Osborne
• 52 shows in 47 days
• 16 original shows with the BCO
• 44 guest performance nights featuring 49 touring bands
• 4 free family shows and 2 free workshops
• 1 free student show for area schools
• 27,000 patrons at the tent
• 4,000 patrons on tour
• 52 weeks of Tent Show Radio on 51 stations in 11 states
• 1.1 million radio listeners and countless more via internet streaming
June 22 - Jacob Roeber
June 22 - Ladysmith Black Mambazo
In 2013 we set the stage for making wonderful memories . Big Top is a magical place like nothing else out there . We would like to thank everyone who participated in making this a great year : first of all our Board of Directors who provided strong leadership and gave of their time and their treasure ; second to the amazingly generous people that support Big Top through their donations , sponsorships and volunteer time ; next to all of the talented and dedicated performers that enthrall us ; and finally to the terrific Big Top team that runs the office , handles the performances and takes care of our patrons . We ’ d also like to make a heart-felt shout-out to our friends at Mt . Ashwabay who are our partners in this summer endeavor .
SALUTE to all of these good people who together make magical nights under the canvas tent possible . Thank you for your participation ! You are all part of this fabric that makes up Big Top Chautauqua .
Kim Ogle
President Board of Directors
Terry Matier
Executive Director
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