Philanthropy
“A manifesto for shift in donor mindset—prioritizing the individual creatives who make art possible over the glass and steel that houses them.”
Sue Gilad
Notes from the Wings
Stories from the stage, the editing desk, and everywhere in between.
Essays from Sue Gilad on producing Broadway, editing books, speaking to leaders, and the work of giving back.
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Philanthropy
“Move beyond plaques and buildings by structuring theater scholarships that fund under-represented technical roles and essential student living costs.”
Sue Gilad
Philanthropy
“Forgetting the marble lobbies and focus on the human beings backstage who keep the industry alive.”
Sue Gilad
Philanthropy
Strategy for Creating a Theater Scholarship Program
Learn how to structure a theater scholarship that prioritizes human potential over infrastructure, focusing on high-impact disciplines like stage management and technical design.
July 10, 2026·7 min read
Philanthropy
People Over Plaques: Why My Philanthropy Targets Human Potential
In theater philanthropy, the temptation is to put a name on a wall. I've chosen a different path: investing in the people who will eventually inhabit those rooms.
June 30, 2026·5 min read
Philanthropy
What Makes a Scholarship Worth Applying For
Why I started two scholarships with very different rules, and what I wish more students knew before they apply.
June 1, 2026·5 min read