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FRIENDS OF THE ORPHEUM THEATRE

Phoenix, AZ · EIN 460472477 · Form 990EZ · FY2021 · NTEE A80 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Micro (<$100K) · fototphx.org
revenue
$28K
expenses
$24K
net assets
$34K
employees
mission · from form 990

Public Charity

profile · synthesized from sources

Friends of the Orpheum Theatre is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the historic Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona. They raise funds to preserve the theatre's art, culture, and history, and present a variety of events including classic movies, live performances, and historic tours. The organization also supports the maintenance of the theatre's Mighty Wurlitzer organ.

named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Classic Movie Screenings
Screenings of classic films, sometimes with live accompaniment on the Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ.
Historic Tours of the Orpheum Theatre
Guided tours providing insight into the history and architecture of the Orpheum Theatre.
Live Performances
Hosting a variety of live events, including concerts, comedy shows, and theatrical performances.
Mighty Wurlitzer Organ Maintenance
Support for the assembly, rebuilding, installation, and maintenance of the theatre's 30-rank Mighty Wurlitzer Theatre Organ.
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Film Screenings & Cinematic Events 2 activities
    • Host public film screenings at the Orpheum Theatre
      Organizes and presents film screenings at the Orpheum Theatre, including themed events such as "Guardians of the Galaxy" (2014), "Batman" (1989), and "Superman" (1978), often as part of curated series or special programming like the "All Puppet Players Live" event featuring live puppet commentary.
    • Present film screenings
      Presents screenings of various films, including cult classics and superhero movies, at the Orpheum Theatre, sometimes with live commentary.
  • Guided and Self-Guided Museum Tours 2 activities
    • Organize historic theater tours
      Offers guided historic tours of the Orpheum Theatre, educating the public about its architectural and cultural significance.
    • Organize historic theatre tours
      Organizes and conducts historic tours of the Orpheum Theatre.
  • Live Music Festival & Concert Production 1 activity
    • Host live events and performances
      Hosts a variety of live events at the Orpheum Theatre, having presented 159 events over four years and attracting 2,800 attendees in total, indicating an ongoing program of public programming and performances.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Maintain and operate the Wurlitzer organ for public programs
      Secured a contract with the City of Phoenix to install and maintain the 3-manual 30-rank Wurlitzer organ in the Orpheum Theatre, completed by 2003 with significant donated components, and uses it in concerts and public programs several times a year.
    • Wurlitzer organ installation and maintenance
      Secured a contract with the City of Phoenix to install and maintain the Wurlitzer organ in the Orpheum Theatre, completing the 3-manual 30-rank organ by the end of 2003, and enabling its use in concerts and programs.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$28K
Contributions & grants$4K15%
Program service revenue$24K85%
Investment income$30%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$24K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$34K
Cash
Investments
Liabilities
Net assets$34K
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +170.2%
relationships · 4

who they work with

  • City of Phoenix Partner — Contracted with the City of Phoenix to install and maintain the Wurlitzer organ in the Orpheum Theatre.
  • Orpheum Foundation Partner — The Orpheum Foundation's funds did not include an organ project, leading the Valley of the Sun Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society to undertake the Wurlitzer project.
  • Roxy Productions Partner — Included with permission from Roxy Productions for the CD "Arizona Stars, Ron Rhode, Phoenix Orpheum 3/30 Wurlitzer, 2004".
  • Valley of the Sun Chapter of the American Theatre Organ Society Partner — Dedicated itself to assembling, rebuilding, and installing the Wurlitzer organ, and received donations from its members and friends.