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Wilbanks, Megan
From:Kevin Harris <
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To:E-mail Council Website
Cc:Patty Thayer
Subject:11/17/20- AGENDA ITEM #13
Good morning, Council,
On behalf of the staff and Board of SLO REP, I wanted to reach out and express our gratitude to the DEI Task Force for
their recommendation. Since May our organization has grappled with our past, and attempted to create tangible,
actionable ways our theatre can effectively promote anti-racist ideals in every aspect of our day-to-day work. It has been
extremely difficult, personal work, and we know that we have a long to go as individuals and as a company. These funds
will enable us make specific, significant changes (even when our doors are closed due to COVID.)
SLO REP is in a unique position, in that we are raising the funds to soon move into a brand new building dedicated to
illuminating our shared humanity. It is our #1 priority to do everything we can to ensure that the new theatre is built
with a strong, diverse, anti-racist foundation, and that we act now, in our current space, to leave no question that we
can move forward with integrity and true solidarity. We are grateful to have this opportunity to explore our organization
and do better.
If you are interested in learning more about our path forward, you can see all current action items at this link:
https://www.slorep.org/about/diversity-and-inclusion/
Thank you so much, again, for this recommendation. We’re looking forward to getting started!
Have a wonderful Tuesday!
Kevin Harris
Managing Artistic Director
www.slorep.org
SAN LUIS OBISPO REPERTORY THEATRE
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Mission: SLO REP strengthens theatre’s cultural influence and enriches the Central Coast by producing professional
theatre, nurturing artists and providing theatre education for children and adults.
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Our Belief: Live theatre’s powerful storytelling connects people in ways that open the mind, nourish the soul and
illuminate our shared humanity.
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