WestonArts Information

WestonArts formed in June 2005 as a volunteer organization whose mission is to raise funds to promote and develop the arts in Weston. There are currently more than 100 members. The Weston School District has been the recipient of numerous grants and donations from WestonArts. WestonArts has raised funds for instrument storage units, sheet music storage units, community concerts, Weston Commission for the Arts, and several Weston School District teacher grants. One of it's proudest achievements is the $300,000 Weston High School Auditorium Seat Campaign which was conducted in support of the Weston High School Auditorium renovation project, which successfully concluded in April 2008 and resulted in a refurbished auditorium for the high school which opened in Fall 2009. WestonArts funded a new printing press for the Middle School which the Weston Forum reviewed, as well as a new sound system for the auditorium which was installed during the summer of 2010. An award of $2500 went to the Westport Youth Film Festival to help support 2011 WYFF programming and production expenses when it showcased students films from all over the world. In 2012, WestonArts provided the preliminary funding for a new lighting system for the High School auditorium. WestonArts has also raised funds for scholarships, needs-based arts education grants for qualified Weston school children, equipment for the schools' arts departments, and arts workshops for the enrichment of the entire Weston community. WestonArts has formed an alliance with Acoustic Weston, modeled on a similar program that is enjoying great success in Wilton. This initiative, founded in the spring of 2011 by Westonite Sue Broudy, pairs young musicians in the community with Acoustic Weston mentors to collaborate and concentrate on the intimacy and artistry of the acoustic music experience. Going into its second year, participation in this program is free, and is available through audition. High school students (grades 9-12 only) who are interested in auditioning may sign up by contacting Sue by phone at 203-856-9891 or by email at info@westonarts.org. To inquire about joining our efforts, making a donation or learning more about initiatives planned for the upcoming year, please send an e-mail.