HomeMy WebLinkAboutContract2023 GRANT BENEFICIARY/ARTIST AGREEMENT
WITH SADHANA
RENTON MUNICIPAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT PROGRAM
THIS AGREEMENT, datedfor reference purposes only asApril 4, 2023, is by and between the City
of Renton (the “City”), a Washington municipal corporation, and Sadhana (“Beneficiary/Artist”),
a Washington nonprofit corporationand sets forth the terms and conditions under which the City
will provide a grant to Beneficiary/Artistunder the Renton Municipal Arts Commission, Municipal
Art Fund, Grant Program (“Program”). The Program is funded through the Renton Municipal Art
Fund (RMC 2-8-7.B) (“Fund”), as authorized by the Renton City Council on November 14, 2022
pursuant to RMC 2-8-4.C and 2-8-7.B.3.
The City and the Beneficiary/Artist are referred to collectively in this Agreement as the “Parties.”
Once fully executed by the Parties, this Agreement is effective as of the last date signed by both
parties.
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, the City of Renton recognizes and acknowledges the importance of, and benefit to
the public in, providing visual art and performance in its public works and facilities, and the
community as a whole; and,
WHEREAS, the City created the Renton Municipal Arts Commission (“Commission”)to advise the
Mayor and City Council on artistic and cultural development of the City, and to disburse money
budgeted to it for cultural arts performances and other events, art-related programs and
activities and support of artists and arts and cultural organizations, as resources allow through
the City’s Municipal Art Fund; and,
WHEREAS, the Commission established Application Criteria (Exhibit 1), issued a Call for
Application (Call for Application” at Exhibit 2), reviewed Applications (“Beneficiary/Artist’s
Application” at Exhibit 3), and established a list of Projects awarded from the Fund (“Projects
Awarded” at Exhibit 4), each Exhibit is incorporated herein by reference; and
WHEREAS, on December 6, 2022, the Commission reviewed the Beneficiary/Artist’s Application
and determined that the Beneficiary/Artist is eligible for assistance under this Program and is
promoting arts and culture in Renton.
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NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein, the
Parties agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
1. Grant Amount and Disbursement.
a. Amount. The total amount to be awarded to Beneficiary/Artist under the
Program is up to one thousand four dollars ($1,400.00) as a reimbursement
for eligible expenses. Except as specifically provided herein, the
Beneficiary/Artist shall be solely responsible for payment of any taxes
imposed as a result of this Agreement.
b. Award Disbursement.
i.Reimbursement Request. On a monthly, or no less than quarterly basis
during any quarter in which artistic and cultural support is completed,
Beneficiary/Artist shall submit reimbursement request(s) in a format
acceptable to the City (Exhibit 5) with supporting documentation
including, but not limited to, invoices or reports demonstrating
expenses for which reimbursement is sought.
ii.Effect of Award. Other than as specified, Beneficiary/Artist
relinquishes the right to any financial proceeds in association with
City’s use or reproductions of PROJECT.
iii.Payment. Payment shall be made by City within thirty (30) calendar
days after receipt and approval by the appropriate City representative
of the invoice.
iv.No waiver. Payment for any reimbursement shall not constitute a
waiver by the City of any remedies it may have for any breach of this
Agreement by the Beneficiary/Artist.
v.Tax implications. Grant funds may be taxable. Please consult your
financial advisor/tax professional for guidance. If it is required by the
IRS, a 1099 form will be issued to the Beneficiary/Artist.
2. Scope and Performance.Beneficiary/Artist agrees to create and install artwork or
produce an event as specified in Exhibit 3 “Beneficiary/Artist’s Application” which is
attached and incorporated herein. Such scope is hereinafter referred to as “PROJECT.”
a. Prior to scheduling the installation or production, Beneficiary/Artist agrees to
discuss the contents of the proposed PROJECT with designated City staff to
address necessary Council approvals, coordination with affected City
departments, compliance with affected City regulations such as signage or
event permits, materials to be used, and/or documentation of agreements
with Beneficiary/Artist partners such as private property where the PROJECT
will be presented. These discussions may result in revision of the PROJECT as
proposed.
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b. The final design will be provided to the City’s Municipal Arts Commission for
review, request for further revision as needed, and final confirmation prior to
installation or production of the PROJECT.
c. Beneficiary/Artistwill be responsible for installing the PROJECT in its approved
design at the location identified in Exhibit 3.
d. Beneficiary/Artist agrees to create and install PROJECT no later than
December 15, 2023.
3. Installation on Private Property.
a. According to the Application (Exhibit 3), The PROJECT will be displayed or
produced at the Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. 3rd Street, which is not owned
by the City or a public entity.
b. As noted in Section 2.a of this Agreement, ARTIST will provide the City with
documentation of the property owner’s agreement to host the PROJECT
including submission of all necessary permit applications to effectuate the
PROJECT. Nothing in the Agreement is intended to, nor should be construed
to, act as a guarantee that an application for a permit will be granted.
c. ARTIST agrees to inform the private property owner(s) of the obligation to
consult with CITY’s Community & Economic Development Administrator prior
to any removal or alteration of the PROJECT.
d. CITY may, at its own discretion, cooperate with the private property owner
and ARTIST in the case private property owner has reason to remove or alter
the PROJECT in the future, or if the PROJECT is impacted by wear, vandalism,
damage, or other reason, to restore or relocate the PROJECT as necessary.
4. Beneficiary/Artist’s Grants and Representations:
a. Delivery of PROJECT to City constitutes Beneficiary/Artist’s certification that:
i. PROJECT is the original work of Beneficiary/Artist;
ii. To the extent others contributed to the PROJECT, Beneficiary/Artist
assumes all responsibility and liability for any claims of right to the
PROJECT by such others;
iii. Beneficiary/Artist owns all rights to PROJECT, including having obtained
any rights that Beneficiary/Artist did not originally possess; and
iv. if PROJECT contains recognizable images of particular persons,
Beneficiary/Artist has obtained appropriate releases.
b. Beneficiary/Artist acknowledges that, except for PROJECT to which section 3 of
this Agreement applies, the PROJECT will be displayed on City-owned property at
[insert address/location] at the discretion of the City. The City retains all right to
remove, maintain, restore, relocate, or otherwise alter the PROJECT in the future
for any reason.
c. Beneficiary/Artist grants to City a non-exclusive license to graphically and
electronically reproduce PROJECT, while on display, for any and all future publicity
endeavors conducted by City, provided that any such reproduction is credited to
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Beneficiary/Artist by name. City may use the Beneficiary/Artist’s photograph,
other likeness, or biography in connection with the use of PROJECT.
5. Final Report: Together with the final reimbursement request, and in a format acceptable
to the City (Exhibit 6), Beneficiary/Artist shall submit a final report detailing outcomes
related to budget, activities, objectives, and attendance as first described in the
Beneficiary/Artist’s application for the Grant.
6. Scope ofEligible Expenditures: Grant funds disbursed under this Agreementshallonly be
used to pay or reimburse eligible expenses as described in the Criteria (Exhibit 1) and in
the “Program Call for Applications” (Exhibit 2)
a. Reimbursement Defined. “Reimbursement” means grant disbursement to
Beneficiary/Artist upon receipt by the City of invoices and documentation
demonstrating eligible expenses.
b. No Duplication of Payment. No grant funds may be used to pay or reimburse
costs for expenditures for which Beneficiary/Artist has received any other
funding, whether state, federal or private in nature, for that same expense.
7. Beneficiary/Artist Responsibilities.
a. False Statement. The Beneficiary/Artist understands and acknowledges that
providing false information in the Application or on any documents submitted
to the City or its designees as part of the Beneficiary/Artist’s participation in
the Program may constitute fraud, justify termination of this Agreement,
trigger the Beneficiary/Artist’s obligation to return funds, and may be subject
to civil and/or criminal penalties and/or sanctions.
b. No Employee Relationship. The Beneficiary/Artist understands and
acknowledges that neither the Beneficiary/Artist nor any officer, employee or
agent of the Beneficiary/Artist shall be considered to be an employee of the
City, nor entitled to any benefits accorded City employees, by virtue of the
services provided under this Agreement. The City shall not be responsible for
assuming the duties of an employer with respect to the Beneficiary/Artist or
any employee of the Beneficiary/Artist.
c. Non-discrimination.During the performance of this Agreement, the
Beneficiary/Artist shall comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination
laws, including but not limited to, chapter 49.60 RCW, Washington’s Law
Against Discrimination, and 42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq., the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA). In the event of theCompany’s noncomplianceor refusal
to comply with any nondiscrimination law, regulation, or policy, this
Agreement may be rescinded, canceled, or terminated in whole or in part.
d. Sole proprietorship or Individual. If the Beneficiary/Artist is a sole
proprietorship or if this Agreement is with an individual, the Beneficiary/Artist
agrees to notify the City and complete any required form if the
Beneficiary/Artist retired under a State of Washington retirement system and
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agrees to indemnify any losses the City may sustain through the
Beneficiary/Artist’s failure to do so.
8. Insurance: Beneficiary/Artist shall secure and maintain:
a. Commercial general liability insurance in the minimum amounts of $1,000,000
for each occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate for the Term of this Agreement.
b. In the event that Work delivered pursuant to this Agreement either directly or
indirectly involve or require Professional Services, Professional Liability, Errors
and Omissions coverage shall be provided with minimum limits of $1,000,000
per occurrence. "Professional Services", for the purpose of this section, shall
mean any Work provided by a licensed professional or Work that requires a
professional standard of care.
c. Workers’ compensation coverage, as required by the Industrial Insurance laws
of the State of Washington, shall also be secured.
d. Commercial Automobile Liability for owned, leased, hired or non-owned,
leased, hired or non-owned, with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per
occurrence combined single limit, if there will be any use of Beneficiary’s
vehicles on the City’s Premises by or on behalf of the City, beyond normal
commutes.
e. Beneficiary/Artist shall name the City as an Additional Insured on its
commercial general liability policy on a non-contributory primary basis. The
City’s insurance policies shall not be a source for payment of any
Beneficiary/Artist liability, nor shall the maintenance of any insurance
required by this Agreement be construed to limit the liability of
Beneficiary/Artist to the coverage provided by such insurance or otherwise
limit the City’s recourse to any remedy available at law or in equity.
f. Subject to the City’s review and acceptance, a certificate of insurance showing
the proper endorsements, shall be delivered to the City before performing the
PROJECT.
g. Beneficiary/Artist shall provide the City with written notice of any policy
cancellation, within two (2) business days of their receipt of such notice.
9. Records: Maintenance, Access, Disclosure.
a. Records Maintained.Beneficiary/Artistshall maintain all records and accounts
with respect to all matters covered by this Agreement, including personnel,
property, financial, and programmatic records and documents.
b. Retention Period. These records shall be maintained for as long as may be
required by applicable Washington State records retention laws, but in any
case for a period of six (6) years after all funds have been expended or
returned to the City, whichever is later, to ensure proper accounting for all
funds and compliance with the Agreement.
c. Litigation or Audit. If any litigation, claim or audit is started before the
expiration of the six (6)year period provided in Section 4(b) above, the records
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shall be retained until all litigation, claims, or audit findings involving the
records have been resolved.
d. Right of Access.The City, or itsauthorized representatives, shall have the right
of access to records (electronic and otherwise) of Beneficiary/Artist in order
to conduct audits or other investigations.
e. Subject to Disclosure. Beneficiary/Artist acknowledges that records may be
subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act, Ch. 42.56 RCW.
i. To the full extent the City determines necessary to comply with the
Washington State Public Records Act, Beneficiary/Artist shall make a
due diligent search of all records in its possession or control relating to
this Agreement and the PROJECT, including, but not limited to, e-mail,
correspondence, notes, saved telephone messages, recordings,
photos, or drawings and provide them to the City for production.
ii. In the event Beneficiary/Artist believes said records need to be
protected from disclosure, it may, at Beneficiary/Artist’s own expense,
seek judicial protection. Beneficiary/Artistshall indemnify, defend, and
hold harmless the City for all costs, including attorneys’ fees, attendant
to any claim or litigation related to a Public Records Act request for
which Beneficiary/Artist has responsive records and for which
Beneficiary/Artist has withheld records or information contained
therein, or not provided them to the City in a timely manner.
iii. Beneficiary/Artist shall produce to the City for distribution any and all
records responsive to the Public Records Act request in a timely
manner, unless those records are protected by court order. The
provisions of this section shall survive the expiration or termination of
this Agreement.
10. Publications.Any publications produced with funds from this Agreement must display the
following language: “This project is being supported, in whole or in part, by a grant from the
City of Renton.”
11. Disclaimer by the City.The City expressly disclaims any and all responsibility or liability to
Beneficiary/Artist or third persons for the actions of Beneficiary/Artist or third persons
resulting in death, bodily injury, property damages, or any other losses resulting in any way
from the performance of this Agreement or any other losses resulting in any way from the
performance of the Agreement, or any subcontract thereto. This Agreement does not in any
way establish an agency relationship between or among the City and/or Beneficiary/Artist.
12. Expenses Incurred in Excess of Program Award Funds. Beneficiary/Artist acknowledges that
any expenses incurred in excess of ProgramAward Funds are the Beneficiary/Artist’s sole
responsibility and will not be paid by the City.
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13. Repayment of Funds. If any funds provided to Beneficiary/Artist were used in a manner that
is not consistent or allowable as outlined in this Agreement, Beneficiary/Artistshall return
funds to City in the amount determined to be ineligible. Beneficiary/Artist further agrees
that it is financially responsible for and will repay the City any and all indicated amounts
following an audit exception which occurs due to Beneficiary/Artist’s failure, for any
reason, to comply with the terms of this Agreement. This duty to repay the City shall not
be diminished or extinguished by the termination of the Agreement.
14. Termination.The City reserves the right to terminate this Agreement at any time, with or
without cause by giving ten (10) calendar days’ notice to the Beneficiary/Artist in writing.
In the event of such termination or suspension, Beneficiary/Artist waives any right to un-
distributed portions of the award.
15. Conflict of Interest.
a. Beneficiary/Artist designees, agents, members, officers, employees,
consultants, and any other public official who exercises or who has exercised
any functions or responsibilities with respect to the Program during his or her
tenure, or who is in a position to participate in a decision-making process or
gain inside information with regard to the Program, are barred from any
interest, direct or indirect, in any grant or proceeds of the Program, or benefit
there from, which is part of this Agreement at any time during or after such
person's tenure.
b. The City’s Code of Ethics and Washington State law prohibit City employees
from soliciting, accepting, or receiving any gift, gratuity or favor from any
person, firm or corporation involved in a contract or transaction. To ensure
compliance with the City’s Code of Ethics and state law, the Beneficiary/Artist
shall not give a gift of any kind to City employees or officials.
c. Beneficiary/Artist also confirms that Beneficiary/Artist does not have a
business interest or a close family relationship with any City officer or
employee who was, is, or will be involved in selecting the Beneficiary/Artist,
negotiating or administering this Agreement, or evaluating the
Beneficiary/Artist’s performance of the Work.
16. Notices: Any notice required under this Agreement will be in writing, addressed to the
appropriate party at the address which appears below (as modified in writing from time to
time by such party), and given personally, by registered or certified mail, return receipt
requested, by facsimile or by nationally recognized overnight courier service. Time period for
notices shall be deemed to have commenced upon the date of receipt, EXCEPT facsimile
delivery will be deemed to have commenced on the first business day following transmission.
Email and telephone may be used for purposes of administering the Agreement, but should
not be used to give any formal notice required by the Agreement.
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CITY OF RENTON
Jessie Kotarski
Economic Development Manager
CED/City of Renton
1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor
Renton, WA 98057
Phone: (425) 430-7271
Email: jkotarski@rentonwa.gov
BENEFICIARY/ARTIST
Piyali Biswas De
Founder
Sadhana
409 245th Ave SE
Sammamish, WA 98074
Phone: (425) 698-7334
Email: info.sadhanaworld@gmail.com
17. Waiver/Conflict of Terms.
a. Any waiver by the Beneficiary/Artist or the City of the breach of any provision
of this Agreement by the other party will not operate, or be construed, as a
waiver of any subsequent breach by either party or prevent either party from
thereafter enforcing any such provisions.
b. In the event of any inconsistencies between Beneficiary/Artist proposals and
this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall prevail. Any
exhibits/attachments to this Agreement are incorporated by reference only to
the extent of the purpose for which they are referenced within this
Agreement. To the extent a Beneficiary/Artist-prepared exhibit conflicts with
the terms in the body of this Agreement or contains terms that are extraneous
to the purpose for which it is referenced, the terms in the body of this
Agreement shall prevail and the extraneous terms shall not be incorporated
herein.
18. Modification. This Agreement may only be amended by written agreement signed by both
Parties.
19. Conflicts. In the event of any inconsistencies between Beneficiary/Artist proposals or
Beneficiary/Artist-prepared exhibits and this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall
prevail.
20. Severability. In the event any term or condition of this Agreement or application thereof to
any person or circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other terms,
conditions, or applications of this Agreement that can be given effect without the invalid
term, condition, or application. To this end, the terms and conditions of the Agreement
are declared severable.
21. Governing Laws.Any lawsuit or legal action brought by any party to enforce or interpret this
Agreement or any of its terms or covenants shall be brought in the King City Superior
Court for the State of Washington at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent, King
City, Washington, or its replacement or successor. Beneficiary/Artist hereby expressly
consents to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction and venue of such court even if
Beneficiary/Artist is a foreign corporation not registered with the State of Washington.
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22. Indemnification. To the maximum extent permitted by law,Beneficiary/Artistshall, at its cost
and expense, protect, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its directors,
officers, employees, and agents, from and against any and all demands, liabilities, causes
of action, costs and expenses (including attorneys’ fees), claims, judgments, or awards of
damages, arising out of or in any way resulting from the acts or omissions of
Beneficiary/Artist, its directors, officers, employees, or agents, relating in any way to
Beneficiary/Artist’s performance or non-performance under the Agreement.
Beneficiary/Artist agrees that its obligations under this paragraph extend to any
demands, liabilities, causes of action, or claims brought by, or on behalf of, any of its
employees or agents. For this purpose, Beneficiary/Artist, by mutual negotiation, hereby
waives, as respects the Cityonly, any immunity that would otherwise be available against
such claims under any industrial insurance act, including Title 51 RCW, other Worker’s
Compensation act, disability benefit act, or other employeebenefit act of any jurisdiction
which would otherwise be applicable in the case of such claim. These indemnification
obligations shall survive the termination of the Agreement.
23. Complete Agreement. This Agreement sets forth the complete expression of the agreement
between the Parties, and any oral representations or understandings not incorporated
herein are excluded. The Parties may execute this Agreement in any number of
counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original, and all of which will together
constitute this one Agreement.
Exhibits
1 – Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program – Application Criteria
2 – Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program – Call for Applications
3 – Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program – Beneficiary/Artist’s Application
4 – Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program – Projects Awarded
5 – Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program – Reimbursement Request Form
6 – Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program – Final Report Form
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have voluntarily entered into this Agreement as of the date
last signed by the Parties below.
[SIGNATURE PAGE TO FOLLOW]
4/24/2023
Approved by Patrice Kent via 4/10/2023 email
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Funding
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RENTONMUNICIPALARTSGRANTPROGRAM
CALLFORAPPLICATIONS
1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-6400 | rentonwa.gov |
CITY OF RENTON
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Sept. 15, 2022
City of Renton Contacts
Jessie Kotarski, Economic Development Manager, 425-430-7271
Dave Neubert, Communications Manager, 425-430-6567
Renton Municipal Arts Commission accepting 2023 grant applications
Deadline is 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2022
RENTON, WA – Renton Municipal Arts Commission is
accepting grant applications from individuals,
organizations, and community groups for art, cultural,
and heritage projects serving Renton residents and
visitors.
Renton Arts & Culture Grants stimulate grassroots
activity and encourage public interest and participation
in the arts. The commission encourages innovative
projects depicting Renton's cultural diversity. Projects
should increase the understanding of individuals and
society and inspire new forms of creative participation
and growth opportunities, particularly for underserved
groups.
Programming funded by these grants includes art
exhibits, concerts, dance performances, festivals,
workshops, readings, and theater productions.
Grants of up to $10,000 are awarded four times a year and applicants are eligible for one grant per calendar
year.
The application for this round of funding is online. Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 13, 2022. Projects
and events scheduled between January and March 2023 are given priority.
Application deadlines in 2023 are Feb. 3, April 21, and July 21.
Renton Municipal Arts Commission will host two question and answer sessions on Monday, Sept. 26,
from 6 to 7 p.m., and Friday, Oct. 7, from 3 to 4 p.m. Both sessions will be held at Renton History Museum. The
sessions are an opportunity to meet the grant committee, ask questions, and connect with other applicants.
They are casual, and pre-registration is not required.
Questions concerning the application process may be directed to Jessie Kotarski, the City of Renton’s Economic
Development Manager, at 425-430-7271 or arts@rentonwa.gov.
1055 South Grady Way, Renton, WA 98057 | 425-430-6400 | rentonwa.gov |
About the City of Renton
The City of Renton, Washington, with a population of 107,500 (2022), is located on the southeast shore of Lake
Washington, just south of Seattle. Renton's strong economic base, diverse marketplace, and favorable business
climate have attracted nationally recognized companies wishing to provide employees and their families with
an outstanding quality of life. Renton is the home of Boeing, PACCAR, IKEA, Super Bowl Champion (2014)
Seattle Seahawks, two-time (2016 & 2019) MLS champion and CONCACAF Champion (2022) Seattle Sounders
FC (in 2024), and the eternal resting place of rock icon Jimi Hendrix. More information is on our website, in
news releases, or on Facebook, Twitter, and Nextdoor.
About the Renton Municipal Arts Commission
Renton Municipal Arts Commission was created in 1965. The members advise the city government about the
artistic and cultural development and serve as stewards of the city's art collection. In addition, the commission
strives to support and connect people with arts and culture endeavors in the Renton community. For more
information about the Renton Municipal Arts Commission, contact arts@rentonwa.gov or
facebook.com/rentonarts.
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attachments unless you know the content is safe.
From:noreply@yourwpsite.email on behalf of Sadhana
To:Jessie Kotarski
Subject:New submission from 2023 Renton Arts Grant Application
Date:Thursday, January 19, 2023 2:38:54 PM
Attachments:RMAC-Sadhana-Grant-Application-2023.pdf
Piyali-Biswas-De-Dance-Bio.pdf
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Name of your Organization
Sadhana
Contact Person and Title
Piyali Biswas De, Founder
Contact person email address
info.sadhanaworld@gmail.com
Organization Address
409 245th Ave SE
SAMMAMISH, Washington 98074
United States
Map It
Phone
(425) 698-7334
Have you applied for a Renton arts grant award in the past?
No
Have you received funding in previous years from the Renton Arts Grant Program?
No
Select that category best describes your project
Project or event support
Program support
Public art support
Check the one arts discipline that best describes your proposed project:
Multidisciplinary
Project or Event Title
Rabindra Utsab: Where the mind is without fear
Project Summary
Rabindranath Tagore was an Indian polymath who worked as a poet, writer, playwright, composer,
philosopher, social reformer, and painter. He became, in 1913, the first non-European to win the Nobel
Prize in Literature. Tagore's music, dance, drama, poems, and literature work have sincere global
aspects, which attract people globally to celebrate and research. With the substantial Indian population in
the greater Seattle region, we are starting a "Tagore festival" (Rabindra Utsab, where the mind is without
fear) which will unite beyond the Indian people.
Festival curators: Piyali Biswas De (www.sadhanaworld.org) & Vasudha Sharma
(www.thevoiceofplanet.org)
It is four days festival.
Dates and venues :
1. May 4, 2023: Expert panel discussion
2. May 5, 2023: Media preview evening
3. May 6, 2023: Youth Exhibit in Classical Dance, Folk Dance, debate, and Art @ Renton Civic Theatre,
Renton, WA
4. May 7, 2023: Celebrating Tagore: Multi-art festival of Dance, Theatre, Music, Recitation, and Art @
International School, Bellevue, WA
Indians, mainly Classical art lovers of Bengalis, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kashmiri, Gujarati, Marathi,
etc., a huge pan-Indian population, and Americans as Tagore is a global name and continuously a
subject for research across the world. Tagore is greatly celebrated in Bangladesh as well since he wrote
the national anthem for Bangladesh. This is a great opportunity to involve two Bengals under one
umbrella.
Participation in this festival will generate more scopes to spread classical art and the cultural scene. It'll
enhance the local population's dance, music, theatre, literature, and art. Tagore festivals exist in other
parts of the USA, but there is not a much bigger effort to promote it here in the pacific northwest yet. Plan
to invite Portland and Vancouver communities and out-of-state related popular Classical artists if we get
proper finances.
Methods of engaging with artists, volunteers, and audiences:
• Direct Stage Performances and showcases by diverse groups in art and culture.
• Youth Volunteering and participation in the Classical art scene.
• Research scopes within artists to explore their music, poems, and literature.
• Creating an Artists' network within PNW as dancers, musicians, singers, and theatre personalities will
work under one umbrella.
Auditoriums are expensive here in the Seattle area. Similar to producing a quality show and giving proper
remuneration to artists. It is costly to bring quality artists from out of state or internationally. We arranged
one OH-based Kathak dancer and a KS-based Theatre personality with just a travel fee but are willing to
get Manipuri Dancer from CA. Lower or free entry to the festival if we get substantial funding. Also, we
want to offer free dance workshops and Tagore film nights with budget permits. Renton Art grant will help
us to fulfill all these. Based on budget permits, we also want to book a Renton hotel conference venue for
media night.
Funding Amount
10,000
List the beginning and ending date of your project
May 4, 2023 to May 7, 2023
The Renton Public Arts Program is committed to broadening the scope of arts programming and
connecting with underserved populations in the City of Renton and broader community. Please detail
what steps you hope to take to connect with under-served populations in the community. (100 words)
• Our visual Art exhibit (theme nature) aims to bring black artists, the LGBTQ community, homeless
community (Recovery Cafe Seattle, Sadhana's "Art2Elevate" project)
• Debate and Visual Art exhibit a great way to involve the boys.
• We'll offer free tickets to Renton-based senior centers.
• Plan in progress to collaborate with the "Melodic Caring Project." to stream live to kids & teens in
hospital. Founder Piyali Biswas De did it in the past ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Uacxd_k9Mg)
Budget
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May 6, 2023: Youth Exhibit in Classical Dance, Folk Dance, debate, and Art @ Renton Civic Theatre,
Renton, WA
4. May 7, 2023:
RMAC-Sadhana-Grant-Application-2023.pdf
Application Certification
I agree to the privacy policy.
I understand the City of Renton and Washington state limitations placed on use of public funds and
certify that the requested funds will be used only for the purposes described in this application or as
approved by the RMAC. I understand use of funds is subject to audit by the State of Washington. I have
read and understand the criteria by which our application will be evaluated and understand that if our
application is selected for funding, we will be required to enter into a binding agreement with the City to
ensure completion of the project
Name
Piyali Biswas
Certification
I certify that my statements are true and have approval from my board/agency to apply for this
grant.
I have read and understand the RMAC Grant Guidelines and will provide all documentation
requested by the City in support of this application.
I consent to having this website store my submitted information to process this grant application.
Upload any supporting documentation, including artist bios, organization overview, description of
project partners or other relevant information in support of your application.
Piyali-Biswas-De-Dance-Bio.pdf
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May, 06, 2023 @ Renton Civic Theatre
1400 100 1500 Honorarium for three Guest Artists
750 750 2 nights Renton hotel accommodation for 3
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Piyali Biswas De
409 245th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074
Phone: 425-698-7334; Email:piyali.dance@gmail.com; Website:www.dancetantra.com
Summary
A well-rounded, trained, and gifted Indian dancer and influencer who wants to share her talents
by influencing others through teaching Dance, She is a patient and determined Instructor
towards anyone with the heart and the passion for learning the craft fully. Motivates and
educates students from all levels and all walks of life to feel confident about their talent; Creates
new choreography and movements and integrates them with traditional Indian Classical, Folk,
and Bollywood Dances in various Plays, Musicals, and Dance-dramas; Stays abreast of current
dance moves coupled with the appropriate style; Organizes dance recitals for students which
serve as the culmination of the entire training process. Produces various sold-out Fundraiser
Dance shows for various Non-Profit Organizations. IT Professional with a Passion for Art.
Freelance writer for Indo-US magazines.
Professional Experience
Founder, Artistic Director & Choreographer :
Dance Tantra (www.dancetantra.com), July 2015- Present; Bellevue, WA
Responsibilities
●Assesses students' dancing abilities and creates individual training techniques and
methods to enhance each student’s unique gifts.
●Trains 100s students (age: 5 to 50+) (Bharatanatyam, Indian contemporary,
Bollywood, Indian folk) dance steps and techniques for each routine in several groups
with different skill levels (Basic to Advanced level students)
●Arranges dance programs and dance revolution events to expose the dancers and
provide a venue for the kids and adults to show their talents.
●Conceptualizes, explains and demonstrates dance choreographies, formations, facial
expressions, bodily gestures, and techniques.
●Advises students regarding proper gestures, feet formation, and angle, correct
postural, rhythm, alignment, timing, and dance techniques to prevent injuries.
●Helps students feel appreciated and rewarded for sharing their talents and having
the proper discipline.
Piyali Biswas De
409 245th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074
Phone: 425-698-7334; Email:piyali.dance@gmail.com; Website:www.dancetantra.com
●Researches the latest dance trends, moves, rhythm, music genre, and artists
constantly.
Media coverage:
https://indiacurrents.com/dhrupad-jhankaar-raises-funds-for-marginalized-artists-in-india/
https://iexaminer.org/piyali-biswas-de-keeps-indian-classical-dance-thriving-through-teaching-an
d-performances/
https://indiacurrents.com/one-with-the-divine-tagores-poetry-inspires-prakritim-paramam-by-piya
li-biswas-de/
https://www.entrepenuerstories.com/latest/the-dance-syndicate-mukti-and-manasa/
Founder and Board Member:Sadhana (http://sadhanaworld.org/)
Dec 2019- Present
Responsibilities
●Leading the board to build the Organization with company values and goals
●Brainstorms ideas for projects
●Leads Funding opportunity for the organization
●Leads social media for the organization
●Collaborates with Art Enthusiasts for future projects.
Freelance Writer:India Currents (https://indiacurrents.com/)
May 2020- Present
https://indiacurrents.com/masters-of-percussion-an-exclusive-chat-with-ustad-zakir-hussain/
https://indiacurrents.com/lockdown-diary-of-indian-dance-teacher/
https://indiacurrents.com/classical-pianist-vijay-venkatesh-plays-beethoven-watch/
https://indiacurrents.com/san-jose-mother-son-duo-produce-carnatic-album-manam-tackling-glo
bal-issues/
https://indiacurrents.com/navadarshana-a-holistic-approach-to-a-dancers-way-of-life/
https://indiacurrents.com/the-first-indian-american-to-represent-usa-at-miss-world/
Piyali Biswas De
409 245th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074
Phone: 425-698-7334; Email:piyali.dance@gmail.com; Website:www.dancetantra.com
https://indiacurrents.com/agni-whips-you-into-the-environmental-crisis-overtaking-bay-area-land
scapes/
https://indiacurrents.com/sargam-sacramento-bharatanatyam-competition-goes-online/
https://indiacurrents.com/classical-pianist-vijay-venkatesh-plays-beethoven-watch/
https://indiacurrents.com/letters-to-the-editor-2-15-2021/
Responsibilities
●Contributes to Monthly articles regarding art
●Contributes to Letters to Editor regarding art
Bollywood Dance Instructor:The ArtSci Company ( www.theartsci.com )
Jan 2016 – Jan 2017; Bellevue, WA
Responsibilities:
●Organizes and teaches the school’s Bollywood dance classes which involve all
Elementary and middle school students.
●Coaches students proper dance steps and techniques for each Bollywood dance
routine.
●Choreographs, demonstrates, and performs the dance moves correctly for the
students to follow.
●Introduces and implements proper techniques to be observed while dancing, which
involves warm-ups and stretching before the dance, to prevent injuries and help
condition the body for safe dance moves.
●Grades and evaluates student performances by having individual recitals at the end
of each term.
Choreographer, Talent Advisor and Board Member:Ravishing India WA Women Beauty
Pageant (https://ampowering.org/ )
Feb 2015- Nov 2018; Bellevue, WA
Piyali Biswas De
409 245th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074
Phone: 425-698-7334; Email:piyali.dance@gmail.com; Website:www.dancetantra.com
Responsibilities:
●Performance Trainer for Beauty Pageant Contestants in their Talent round.
●Guides contestants and helps them build their careers in the Beauty Pageants.
●Dance/Acting trainer for all levels of individuals who showcase their talents in local
and National level competitions.
Choreographer and Dancer:Pratidhwani Dance wing (www.pratidhwani.org)
November 2008- February 2012; Bellevue, WA
Responsibilities:
●Taught adults several distinctive styles of dance (Bharatanatyam, Folk, Bollywood,
Indian Contemporary)
●Handled group and personal lessons on tap, Flamenco or modern Indian dance
technique.
●Conducted hour-long combination classes of classical Bharatnatyam and Freestyle
Indian Dances for Advanced Trained Dancers.
Indian Dance Specialist:Village Theatre KidsStage (https://www.villagetheatre.org/)
June 2018- Present; Issaquah WA
Responsibilities:
●Teaching Broadway students Indian dance styles
●Collaborating broadway and Indian dance style
Education
Dance Training:
Bharatanatyam-Indian Classical Dance (30+ years training)
Piyali Biswas De
409 245th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074
Phone: 425-698-7334; Email:piyali.dance@gmail.com; Website:www.dancetantra.com
●Guru Thankamani Kutty (http://kalamandalam-calcutta.com )
●Guru PriyaDarshini Govind
●Guru Anita Mallick (http://www.anitamallicksaraswat.com/)
Bollywood and Modern Indian Dances:(20 + years performing/choreographing/training)
Workshops with Shakti Mohan, Master Saroj Khan.
Flamenco -Jackie MacLin (http://www.flamencodancearts.com/)
Academic:
●Jadavpur University, India: Masters of Arts (MA), ECONOMICS, 2002;
●Jadavpur University, India: MPHIL in Women’s Studies, 2005;
●University of Washington: Certificate in Software Testing, 2007;
●Wharton Online: Executive Certificate Data Analytics and Business leadership, 2021;
●Diploma in Business Finance, ICFAI, India, 2005;
Associations
●Uttoron- Bengali Community of Greater Seattle (http://www.uttoron.org/)
●Boeing Airplane Systems Diversity Council (http://intermuseproductions.com )
●CRY- Seattle (http://cryseattle.org/)
●Pro Sports Club , Redmond (https://www.proclub.com/)
●Village Theatre (https://www.villagetheatre.org/)
●STG : Seattle Theatre Group (https://www.stgpresents.org/)
●ManaSanskriti (https://manasamskriti.org/)
●Portland Got Moves
(https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Arts---Entertainment/Portland-Got-Moves-33
3891883905005/)
●Amrita Seattle (http://amrita-kumbha.org/)
●Asha For Education (https://seattle.ashanet.org/)
●Dance of Spain (http://www.flamencodancearts.com/)
●WATG (http://watelangana.org/)
●WATS (http://www.watsweb.org/)
●Ravishing Women’s Show (https://www.facebook.com/RavishingWomenShow/)
●Surya Teja Arts (https://www.facebook.com/SuryaTejaArts/)
●Bhartiyam (http://www.bhartiyam.org/)
●ARTSCI Company (www.theartsci.com )
Awards and recognition:
Piyali Biswas De
409 245th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074
Phone: 425-698-7334; Email:piyali.dance@gmail.com; Website:www.dancetantra.com
●2014: Women of Substance by Ravishing Women’s show
●2016 to Present: Spartan Trifecta every year
●2019: Top Volunteers BECU (Boeing Employee Credit Union)
●2019: Woman Hero, NY presented by Former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen
Addendum: Performance/Choreography/Direction:
●Nov, 2008: Indian Folk Dance, World heritage festival crossroads - Dancer
●April 2009: Indian Classical Fusion, Uttoron Seattle, Prarambh Raag - Dancer
●Sept 2009: Indian Fusion Dance, Panchabhoota, 5 Elements, Uttoron -
Choreographer and Dancer
●Feb, 2010: Asia Pacific Cultural Center, Tacoma Dome, Pratidhwani Indian Classical
and Folk and Fusion - Choreographer and Dancer
●Aug, 2010: “Chitrangada- the Warrior Princess, Dance Drama”, Pratidhwani Dance -
Choreographer and Storyteller Soloist Character Dancer
●April 2011: “Rabindranath Tagore Dance”, Indian Classical Fusion - Choreographer
and Soloist Dancer
●May 2011: Northwest Folklife Festival - Flamenco Dancer
●Aug 2011: Leavenworth World Dance Festival- Flamenco Dancer
●Sept 2011: Rhythms- Annual Dance Festival of Amrita Seattle: Founder, Tap and
Flamenco Dancer and Choreographer
●Nov 2011: “Imagine India- Pratidhwani”- Choreographer Representing indian state
West Bengal
●Nov 2011- “ACT Theatre, Seattle- Ramayana Preview by Pratidhwani”-
Choreographer and Dancer War Dance
●April 2012- “ Remembering Kolkata”- Write , Choreographer and Director of Uttoron
Dance Drama
●May 2012- Northwest Folklife Festival - Flamenco Dancer
●Aug 2012: Leavenworth World Dance Festival- Flamenco Dancer
Piyali Biswas De
409 245th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074
Phone: 425-698-7334; Email:piyali.dance@gmail.com; Website:www.dancetantra.com
●Aug 2012- Ottoman’s World Dance Festival, Country Village- Flamenco Dancer
●March 2013- Rhythms- Annual Dance Festival of Amrita Seattle: “Mahisasur Vadh-
The Killing of Demon Mahisasur”- Writer, Choreographer, Dancer and Director
●April 2013- “ A story of a girl”, Uttoron Seattle Kids Dance Drama- Writer,
Choreographer, Dancer and Director
●April 2013- “ I am an indian woman”, Uttoron Seattle Dance Drama- Choreographer
and Soloist Dancer
●June 2013- “Vishwamitra” - Surya Teja Arts Flagship Production- Choreographer and
Soloist Dancer
●October 2013- “ Ten Avatars”- Uttoron Seattle Kids Dance Drama- Writer,
Choreographer and Director
●April 2014- “Remembering Legends”, Uttoron’s Dance Drama- Choreographer and
Dancer
●April 2014- “ Peculiar News Channel”, Uttoron’s Kids Dance Drama- Writer,
Choreographer and Director of Kids Dance
●June 2014- “Krishnanurjanam” - Surya Teja Arts Flagship Production- Choreographer
and Soloist Character Dancer
●October 2015- “Ramleela”- Bhartiyam’s Longest running Dance Drama in Seattle-
Choreographer and Soloist Character Dancer
●March 2015- Rhythms- Annual Dance Festival of Amrita Seattle. “The story of
embroidered quilt” - Writer, Choreographer, and Director
●March 2015- Rhythms- Annual Dance Festival of Amrita Seattle. “ Heer Ranjha- a
Love story”- Writer, Choreographer, and Director
●June 2015- “ Miss/Mrs/Teen India WA Beauty Pageant Opening Ceremony Dance”-
Choreographer and Dancer
●June 2015- Choreographer for Mrs India WA 2015, Talent round
●Sept 2015- “Art201- A Love Story- Fusion Opera”, CRY Seattle- Choreographer,
Dancer and Dance Director
●Sept 2016- Choreographer for Mrs India WA 2016, Talent round
Piyali Biswas De
409 245th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074
Phone: 425-698-7334; Email:piyali.dance@gmail.com; Website:www.dancetantra.com
●March 2017- Rhythms- Annual Dance Festival of Amrita Seattle, “ The Third Royal of
Sumedh”- Writer, Choreographer, Dancer and Director
●Sept 2017- Choreographer for Mrs India WA 2017, Talent round, winner of 1st
Runner up, Miss Diamond 2017.
●Dec 2018 - Choreographer for Miss India USA Shree Saini winning number in
National pageant
●Sept 2018 – Producer and Dance Director of fundraiser Dance Drama “The King of
Dark Chamber” for Asha Seattle
Dance Tantra Events:
1. Oct 2015, RicaWA Diwali- Indian Classical by 10-12 years old Kids.
2. Oct 2015, Bhartiyam Diwali- Bollywood Dance by 5-6 years old Kids.
3. March 2016, Rhythms- Annual Dance Festival of Amrita Seattle- Bollywood Dance by
5-6 years old kids.
4. Aug 2016, Anandmela- Bollywood and Indian Classical Dance by 5-6 years old kids and
9-11 years old kids.
5. Sept 2016- “ Na Kaho” - Short Dance drama, Miss/Mrs/Teen India WA beauty pageant-
Bollywood Fusion by Adults batches
6. Oct 2016- Bhartiyam Diwali- Bollywood Dance by 5-6 years old Kids and Indian Classical
Dance by Middle school kids.
7. Nov 2016- Festal 2016, Seattle Center- Bollywood and Indian fusion by Middle school
kids and adult students.
8. Nov 2016- Falguni Pathak Live at Xfinity Arena- Bollywood Pre-Show Dance by Adult
Students
9. Oct 2016, RicaWA Diwali- Indian Classical by 10-12 years old Kids.
10. Dec 2016- SMVA Trust, Education for Life Fundraiser show- Bollywood and Indian
Classical Dance by 5-6 years old kids and 9-11 years old kids.
11. March 2017- “Monsoon Dance”- First Annual Dance Recital
12. August 2017- Anandmela- Bollywood and Indian Classical Dance by 5-6 years old kids
9-11 years old kids and adults students.
13. Sept 2017- Miss/Mrs/Teen India WA beauty pageant- Bollywood Fusion by Adults
batches
14. Oct 2017- Festal 2017, Seattle Center- Bollywood and Indian fusion by Elementary and
Middle school kids and adult students.
15. Oct 2017- Bhartiyam Diwali- Bollywood Dance by Adult students.
16. Dec 2017- SMVA Trust, Education for Life Fundraiser show- Indian Classical Dance by
5-6 years old kids and Bollywood Dance by adult students
Piyali Biswas De
409 245th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA, 98074
Phone: 425-698-7334; Email:piyali.dance@gmail.com; Website:www.dancetantra.com
17. Indian Dance Instructor, New year’s Eve Family night, Pro Sports Club Redmond.
18. Jan 20, 2018- WATS Sankrati Festival 2018
19. June 2018- “Jhankaar”- 2018 Annual Dance recital
20. Bhartiyam 2018 Diwali - Cultural
21. Physical Poetry 2019, Seattle, WA, Jan 2019
22. Rising Stars Dance Competition 2019 - Winner for Adult Bharatnatyam Group and
Winner for Junior Bollywood category
23. June 2019- “Jhankaar” -2019 Annual Dance Recital
24. Indian dancer and lead: Global Party by STG Educational Outreach- Moore Theatre,
Seattle, Nov 2019
25. Judge at WATG Dance Competition “Dhoom Dham” 2019
26. Bharat Sanskriti Utsab, Kolkata, India, Dec 2019
27. Kalpashree International Classical Dance Festival, Hyderabad, Dec 2019
28. Dhrupad Jhankaar 2021- Issaquah Village Theatre, Issaquah, WA, Nov 2021
29. Dhrupad Jhankaar 2022- Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland, WA, Nov 2022
30. “Mukti- a quest for freedom”- Stein Auditorium, New Delhi, India, Aug 2022
31. “Uttar-Yatra”- A contemporary Classical Indian dance festival, Cleveland, OH, Nov 2022
Virtual shows 2020 :
1. Navadarshana Golu Sevai 2020, October 2020
2. Zee Bangla Biswajure Dashabhuja, Kolkata, India, October 2020
3. EZCC and Shinjan Nrityalaya Parampara,India, May 2021
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Blackeloneus
ProductionsLLC
DylanDurutylerduru@gmail.com
(704)858Ͳ2231
2101SWSunsetBlvd
AptA311
Renton,WA98057
RoadtoSun 10/22/2021Ͳ
8/31/2023
RoadtoSunisthestoryofayoungmannamedIcaruswhohasrecently
concludedaromanticrelationshipwithawomannamedRose.Icarus
strugglestoovercomethegriefofalostrelationship,buthemustprocessand
acceptitbeforeitconsumeshim.Hemustgetpastthefivestagesofgrief.
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ccpatchwork@gmail.com
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Kent,WA98031
TwirlingStar March2023Ͳ
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EvergreenCityBallet BethSanders
grants@evergreencityballet.org
(425)228Ͳ6800
1300BronsonWayN.
Renton,WA98057
TheNutcrackeratthe
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Center
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2023
2023productionofTheNutcracker attheRentonIKEAArtsCenter. $10,000 $0
JoseTrejoMaya JoseTrejoMaya
jdtrejomaya@gmail.com
(626) 367Ͳ7756
3834MontereyAve
Apt.110
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
TransparenciesinTime Interactive/multidisciplinarypoetryexhibit;anexposéonMesoamericanlore
andmorespecificallyonapreͲColumbiannotionoftime
$10,000 $0
RentonCivicTheatre BillHuls,CreativeDirector
bill@rentoncivictheatre.org
(425)226Ͳ5529
507S3rdSt
Renton,WA98057
ADayinHollywoodA
NightinUkraine
February17thͲ
March4th,
2023
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showandRCT'sproductionispullingoutallthestops.Thismusicalisahidden
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director@rentondowntown.com
241WilliamsAveS
Renton,WA98057
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2023
AHistoricWalkingTourofdowntownRenton,includinganartscomponent,
discussingthevariousmuralsdowntownalongwiththehistory.Funding
wouldhelpcoverthecostofthetotebags,atreatforattendees,andprinted
guides. Three tours in 2023.
$3,000 $2,500
SongofSeattle
Chorus
SonjaMejlaender
skmmaddie@yahoo.com(206)
794Ͳ3271
POBox50384
Bellevue,WA98015
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CappellaQuartets&
Chorus
15ͲAprͲ23 Show/programconceptwillbefreeandnonͲgated,featuringalineͲupof8Ͳ10
acappellaquartetsandSongofSeattleChorus,whichisa30Ͳmember
women'sacappellachorus.Allperformerswillbe
preparingfortheannual5ͲstateNxNWRegionalacappellacompetitionwhich
willbeheldinMay2023inSpokane.AfterathreeͲyearhiatusduetothe
pandemic,SpringFlingwillgivetheseperformingcompetitorstheopportunity
totakethestage,sharetheircraft,entertaintheaudience,andreceive
valuablefeedbackandfreeadjudicationbytheguestjudge.
$2,000 $2,000
Totals $49,505 $19,005
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