CALL FOR NOMINATIONS - The Arthur Hall Award

For Immediate Release: October 18, 2006

A Company of Girls is pleased to announce the open call for nominations for: The Arthur Hall Award.

Arthur L. Hall was a community leader and activist who dedicated his life to helping his fellow humans find the inherent beauty within themselves and expand their horizons through music and dance.

The Arthur Hall Award was created to honor the work of an artist in the state of Maine, who - by their artistry and commitment to work within their community - has enriched and transformed the lives of those they have encountered and thus the State of Maine. In past years, we were pleased to present this award to Priscilla Dreyman of Spiral Arts, Inc., Natasha Mayers, and Brady Nickerson. The award ceremony and event will take place on April 7, 2007.

To nominate an artist, send in your completed packet by January 15, 2007. It should include a nomination statement (which speaks to the criteria of having a history of creating positive change through the arts within their community and/or throughout the State of Maine; Fostering quality artistic expression & the integration of the arts into daily life; Inspiring others to use the arts as a tool to bridge gaps in their community), a nomination form (photocopies will be accepted), two letters of support (chosen from the following: A fellow artist who has experience working with the nominee; A community member who has experience working with the nominee; An active member of a local arts agency who has experience working with the nominee), additional documentation, as available, and a self-addressed stamped envelope for requested returns. Documentation of your nominee’s work, such as newspaper articles, photographs, etc. is also welcome. Please enclose them with the nomination materials (limit to 5 pieces) and mail to: A Company of Girls, Arthur Hall Award Nominations, P.O. Box #7527, Portland, Maine 04112-7527. For More Information, please call 207-874-2107, email odelle@acompanyofgirls.org or visit us on the web at www.acompanyofgirls.org.

A Company of Girls is a non-profit whose mission is to strengthen and empower youth and the community through the arts. It is an award winning after school Theater & Arts program serving at-risk girls in the greater Portland Area. We are funded by the Office of Substance Abuse, the Greater Portland United Way, the Department of Human Services, The River Rock Foundation & The Maine Community Foundation.

To learn about A Compnay of Girls visit: www.acompanyofgirls.org