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The Power to Transform

Shawna July 8, 2025 In The News 0

The Transformative Power of Live Performing Arts by Laura Michaud and Melissa G. Wilson Live performing arts have a profound impact on both individuals and communities. From the artists who express themselves through their craft to the children who grow…

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The Power to Unite

Shawna July 8, 2025 In The News 0

How suburban theaters are rewriting the script on collaboration: By Laura Michaud & Melissa G. Wilson Chicago’s western suburbs have long embraced collaboration within individual communities, with local chambers and cities integrating performing arts into events. However, a larger opportunity…

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The Power to Heal

Shawna July 8, 2025 In The News 0

How live performances can help mental health By Laura Michaud & Melissa G. Wilson According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), approximately 1 in 5 adults live with a mental illness each year. The most common mental health…

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In Loving Memory of Doug Peterson

Shawna February 19, 2025 Announcement from ECPA 0

It is with heavy hearts that we share the loss of Doug Peterson, a Founding Member of the Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts and member of our Board of Directors. Doug’s vision, passion, and continued dedication to the performing arts…

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Hearts for the Arts annual campaign launches

Shawna February 2, 2024 Uncategorized 0

Our annual Hearts for the Arts campaign launched Friday at Retail Partner, Bread & Butter Home.  Meghan Scarsella and Jessica Berg serve as Co-Chairs this year. Read more about Hearts for the Arts and our efforts to drive traffic into…

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ECPA welcomes Elmhurst Children’s Theatre into former Pink Elephant Space

Shawna January 22, 2024 Uncategorized 0

Read more about how ECPA has partnered with Elmhurst Children’s Theatre to help local children continue to imagine, create, and hone their craft in Elmhurst City Centre.

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Hinsdale Magazine highlights ECPA presents “An Intimate Evening with Jim Peterik”

Shawna January 22, 2024 Uncategorized 0

“Hinsdale Magazine” sat down with Jim Peterik after ECPA supporters were treated to an unforgettable performance from Mr. Peterik, The Ides of March, Cathy Richardson, and incredibly talented musicians from York High School.  Read the entire interview HERE, page 38.

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ECPA Winter Carolers, DuPage Foundation Community Needs Grant, An Intimate Evening with Jeanette Andrews featured

Shawna December 22, 2023 Uncategorized 0

The Elmhurst Centre for Performing Arts has been busy wrapping up 2023 and gearing up for 2024. The Independent featured the ECPA Winter Carolers on the front cover of the Thursday, December 21st edition.  The Carolers visited 24 homes and…

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Jeff Budgell and Nicole Roti Alvarez featured on Elmhurst: Our Community – Episode 19

Shawna May 4, 2023 Uncategorized 0

Join us as Ken Bartels of Community Bank of Elmhrust interviews ECPA Board Members Jeff Budgell and Nicole Roti Alvarez.

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Elmhurst Magazine features ECPA Board Member, Rocker Cathy Richardson

Shawna March 7, 2023 In The News 0

ECPA is pleased to be featured in this issue of Elmhurst Magazine.  Read about our favorite local Rock Star and ECPA Board Member, Cathy Richardson.

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