Jessica Hughes for Actors Theatre of Louisville

WHY ACTORS THEATRE MATTERS TO ME

Actors Theatre is a strong company of dedicated and talented staff that I am proud to be a part of. While I found community in other theaters in my career, the staff at Actors Theatre has supported me in making Louisville my home, and growing as an artist. 

I am so grateful for the past four years at Actors Theatre, and have loved working on so many dynamic productions with amazing artists. Some of my favorite projects include the LED wiring for Party People (pictured, above you can see me behind the letter V,) making paper props and a severed arm for Dracula, sharing laughter and Dahl with audiences at Mrs. Krishnan's Party, touring Kentucky with Won't You Be My Maybor?, building puppets for Hershel and the Hanukkah Goblins, and becoming a lighting programmer. 

JOIN ME

This Give for Good Louisville, I’m asking you to join me in supporting Actors Theatre. Every gift helps keep live theatre thriving in our community and creates more opportunities for people to experience the connection, joy, and belonging that the arts provide.

WHY GIVE TO ACTORS THEATRE?

• Regular participation in cultural events is associated with a 32% lower risk of depression.
• Engaging with the arts just a few times a year is associated with a 14% lower risk of premature death.
• The arts give us a place to gather. Chronic loneliness can have a significant impact on our health — the U.S. Surgeon General compares its effects to smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

THE EVIDENCE IS CLEAR: 

When you invest in the arts you’re creating a healthier, happier Louisville.