01 & 14 (207)Public Comment
From: Gisela Sharp <
Sent: Tuesday, April 27, 2021 10:40 AM
To: Public Comment
Cc: info@anaheimballet.org
Subject: Critical Need for Art in the Community
Dear Mayor and City of Anaheim Council Members,
I completely agree with the comments provided in the Email template for saving the Anaheim Ballet, and I trust
that you have received many responses as of today.
I have additional comments for your careful consideration in voting whether to demolish the Anaheim Cultural
Arts Center:
• As a long established dance company, the Anaheim Ballet has been a source of pride as well as
international recognition for the local community.
• The Arts, and especially Ballet, provide the opportunity for inclusion and identity for young dancers
who may otherwise be struggling without the ability to allow for self-expression.
• The many events hosted by the Anaheim Ballet bring generations together to celebrate the joy of dance
and music, from young dancers to grandparents, in a variety of settings - from Pearson Park to the Grove
Theater and beyond.
• The Anaheim Cultural Arts Center is a beautiful and recognizable historical building which is symbolic
of the history of Anaheim.
Thank you for your time and attention to this important matter.
Sincerely,
Gisela Sharp