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FY 2012 Grant Awards: State Listings
Art Works I | Challenge America Fast-Track Grants | Literature Fellowships (Prose)
Some details of the projects listed in this grant announcement are subject to change, contingent
upon prior Endowment approval.
INDIANA
Arts Illiana, Inc.
Terre Haute, IN
$10,000
CATEGORY: Access to Artistic Excellence
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Challenge America
To support a cultural tourism project of West Central Indiana arts organizations through the development of a smartphone application, calendar of events, and brochures. The project, with more than 30 arts organizations participating, is a promotional project for arts and cultural activities in a six-county region. Christian Theological Seminary (Consortium)
Indianapolis, IN
$12,500
CATEGORY: Art Works
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Music
To support an artist residency by the Rose Ensemble. In partnership with the Society of Biblical Literature, a free public performance, workshops, and demonstrations will take place over five days and will focus on the important role of music in preserving vocal traditions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Dance Kaleidoscope
Indianapolis, IN
$15,000
CATEGORY: Art Works
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Dance
To support the creation and presentation of a new work, choreographed by artistic director David Hochoy. The work will be set to Igor Stravinsky's Les Noces, with live performances by the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, Indianapolis Children's Choir, and the American Pianists Association. Harper, Jean
Hagerstown, IN
$25,000
CATEGORY: Literature Fellowships
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Literature
Indiana Repertory Theatre, Inc. (Consortium)
Indianapolis, IN
$20,000
CATEGORY: Art Works
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Theater
To support a production of The Miracle Worker by William Gibson and related outreach activities designed to deepen relationships with the disabled community, and to awaken awareness among the non-disabled. In partnership with VSA Indiana and its state-wide affiliates, the project will feature a tour of outreach activities for children with and without disabilities, as well as immersion training for the actors portraying lead roles at the Indiana School for the Blind and Deaf. Indiana University (on behalf of Traditional Arts Indiana)
Bloomington, IN
$10,000
CATEGORY: Art Works
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Folk and Traditional Arts
To support Musical Diversity in the Hoosier State. Traditional Arts Indiana staff will create touring exhibit panels that celebrate a diverse group of traditional musical ensembles and will be displayed in libraries throughout the state, augmented by public programs featuring the ensembles and a website. Indianapolis Art Center
Indianapolis, IN
$20,000
CATEGORY: Art Works
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Visual Arts
To support an artist residency engagement series in central Indiana. During a one-week residency, three emerging or mid-career Midwestern artists will each create a site-specific installation using recycled materials and conduct a public lecture demonstration; the installations will focus on transparency of process and issues of sustainability; artists will receive an honorarium, production budget, studio space, organizational support, and a solo exhibition. La Porte Symphony Orchestra, Inc. (aka La Porte County Symphony Orchestra)
La Porte, IN
$10,000
CATEGORY: Access to Artistic Excellence
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Challenge America
To support performances of Beethoven Lives Upstairs by Barbara Nichols featuring actors from Classical Kids Live. The actors and full orchestra will perform several matinees for local students highlighting Beethoven's music. Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN
$10,000
CATEGORY: Access to Artistic Excellence
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Challenge America
To support architectural drawings for a new, on-campus performing arts center. Architectural firm Jack Kinkel and Son will develop plans that meet the needs of the university, as well as local businesses and community organizations. University of Notre Dame du Lac
Notre Dame, IN
$20,000
CATEGORY: Art Works
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Dance
To support the presentation of Complexions, Nrityagram, and Ballet Hispanico dance companies. Each company will participate in outreach activities, including master classes, workshops, and discussions. University of Southern Indiana (on behalf of New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art)
Evansville, IN
$10,000
CATEGORY: Access to Artistic Excellence
FIELD/DISCIPLINE: Challenge America
To support the creation of a sound chamber sculpture by artist Juan Angel Chavez, in collaboration with local high school and university students. A similar project resulted in a sound chamber that measured 25 feet in length, 20 feet in width, and 10 feet in height. After the sound chamber is created using found objects, musicians and performers will be invited to perform within the space.
Number of Grants: 11 Total Amount: $162,500
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