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SCERA theater awaiting cue

Ownership could change if CARE tax is approved

Published: Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005 11:19 p.m. MST
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The group, which has been operating since 1981, would use the money to help renovate scenery and sets for its annual Nutcracker ballet, as well as donate some for a performing arts center that could benefit myriad cultural art groups.

"Performing arts centers . . . are the most critical thing for all of us," said Jackie Colledge, artistic director of Utah Regional Ballet. "If we don't have a good venue to perform in, then (our work is) pointless."

She said she hopes people in the community see the value of cultural arts in their lives and vote accordingly on Tuesday.

"There are so many things in our society that are adverse or negative," she said. "The arts just promote good, wholesome things and bring the best out of every individual."

No matter what the election outcome or who might later own the theater, Robertson said he's not too worried about SCERA's future.

"I hope that the community steps up and shows that cultural arts and quality of life is a priority for them, but . . . my commitment personally is to keep SCERA going, no matter what."


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