01 & 14 (109)Public Comment
From: Helene Trudeau < >
Sent: Saturday, April 24, 2021 5:01 PM
To: Public Comment
Cc: info@anaheimbaIlet.org
Subject: Support Anaheim Ballet
Dear Mayor Sidhu and Council Members,
It is with the strong conviction that Anaheim Ballet is an extraordinary asset to its community that I am writing this letter
of support. With its exceptional artistry, professionalism, strong ethics, and a philosophy rooted in a sense of equality,
equity, and inclusiveness, Anaheim Ballet provides valuable services to various constituencies. It infuses its city with
outstanding works of art that shine locally and internationally. It attracts talented artists who can count on Anaheim Ballet
for a professional Dance experience. It provides a home and a purpose to underserved youth with after-school
programs. It offers dance classes to community members interested in it for recreational purposes. Through its bus -in
presentations and lecture/demonstrations, Anaheim Ballet has inspired thousands of young people to be their best selves
with the message that self-discipline and hard work matter, and that everyone can cultivate their inner nobility.
Through the unprecedented restrictions imposed by COVID 19, Anaheim Ballet continued to provide beauty and hope to
its community and beyond through virtual programs, and creative outdoor set-ups for in-person demonstrations and
performances.
I have managed arts education programs for more than twenty-five years for performing arts centers including The Music
Center of Los Angeles County, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. I currently
oversee Visual and Performing Arts programs in three school districts. I started my career as a dancer, choreographer, and
dance educator. My work experience has given me the opportunity to meet some of the finest artists and arts educators
from throughout the world. I can objectively say that Anaheim Ballet is unique and deserving of a home such as the
Anaheim Cultural Arts Center. The distinctive architecture of the building and its convenient location are critical to the
important purposes that the Anaheim Cultural Arts Center serves.
Please vote in support of the Cooperative Agreement with Anaheim Ballet.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Helene Trudeau
Arts Education Consultant