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April 14, 2009 - From the field
Chicago Shares Theatrical Productions with New York
As a great theater town, Chicago often shares its theatrical works with New York. The latest example is Goodman Theater's production of Eugene O'Neill's Desire Under the Elms, directed by Robert Falls. Read More
January 7, 2009 - Press release
Helping Chicago Groups Strengthen Global Reach
MacArthur announced $240,000 in new grants to help diverse Chicago organizations increase their international connections with four countries. Read More
December 30, 2008 - From the field
Chicago Symphony Orchestra Announces Riccardo Muti as New Music Director
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra, led by Deborah Rutter, announced that acclaimed musical director Riccardo Muti has signed a 5-year contract to serve as the Orchestra’s music director. Read More
November 24, 2008 - In the Media
"In Tough Times, Foundations Must Keep Giving"
From The New York Times
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November 18, 2008 - Commentary
MacArthur's Jonathan Fanton on Foundation Giving in a Tough Economy
In a Letter to the Editors of the New York Times, MacArthur President Jonathan Fanton argues that foundations should maintain, and even increase, their giving in difficult economic times. Read More
November 17, 2008 - Press release
MacArthur's Grantmaking in Difficult Economic Times
Jonathan F. Fanton remarks on MacArthur's commitment to remaining a long-term, steadfast funder even in difficult economic times. Read More
October 28, 2008 - Press release
Helping Chicago Organizations Increase Their International Connections
MacArthur awarded $260,000 in new grants to help diverse Chicago organizations increase their international connections with eight countries. Read More
October 24, 2008 - In the Media
"Maltz Jupiter Theatre Company Announces 'We Create Art' Series"
From Broadway World
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October 9, 2008 - From the field
Josephine Lee of the Chicago Children’s Choir receives 3Arts Award
The award recognizes Lee's distinctive work with a no-strings-attached $15,000 grant. Read More
July 15, 2008 - Press release
Chicago Organizations to Form International Connections
MacArthur awarded $325,000 in new grants to help diverse Chicago organizations increase their international connections with 16 countries. Read More
June 16, 2008 - From the field
Newly Formed Jazz Partnership to be Presenting Sponsor for Chicago Jazz Festival
The City of Chicago and new presenting sponsor, The Chicago Jazz Partnership, announced the complete schedule for the 2008 Chicago Jazz Festival. Read More
May 19, 2008 - From the field
Chicago Theatres recognized by the Tony Awards
Chicago Shakespeare Theatre will receive the 2008 Regional Theatre Tony Award. Read More
February 28, 2008 - Press release
Increased Support for Chicago Arts and Culture: International Connections Fund
MacArthur is increasing the number of Chicago area arts and culture organizations it supports from 180 to 200 and creating a new $1 million fund to enable its Chicago grantees to increase their international connections. Read More
