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RMRT and The Creation of a Permanent Theatre in Grand Lake

Micheal Querio Micheal Querio was initially a pianist hired by the Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in 1955. Since then, he has become the Executive Artistic Director. He has participated in many areas within the theater including being a pianist, actor, music director, and now artistic director. The first time he was in the role of Artistic Director was in 2005 and then in 2006 he became the Executive Artistic Director. In accordance with the RMRT website, there is an activity titled Mondays With Micheal which serves as an artistic blog where patrons and audience members can follow him and what he is doing.

Artistic Evolution In terms of the development of the kind of art and theatre being produced at RMRT, they have been adapting to trying to pull in new audiences. Instead of focusing on the older and regular population at Grand Lake, they have wanted to draw in younger audiences. Micheal Querio has specifically focused on this younger age group for the past few years through his choices as Executive Artistic Director. Before COVID struck, The Artist Colony was the last event to be held and there are no current plans of holding the event again. RMRT plans to prepare for the summer season with the support and implementation of small casts and the following of COVID safety guidelines.

Financial Picture The Rocky Mountain Repertory Theater has the support of the following sponsors: Through the help of these sponsors, they are able to keep the theatre running. There are also links on their website to donate directly or become a sponsor. Supporters of the theatre can become part of the Legacy Circle. Besides this, the theatre website has a wish list which directly states specific items they are looking for and are in need of. Additionally, there is information in regard to the economic impact that RMRT has had in Grand Lake in terms of revenue, donations, and jobs.
 * Colorado Tourism Office
 * Colorado Creative Industry
 * The Grand Foundation
 * The Grand County Colorado Tourism Board
 * The Town of Winter Park
 * Arthur Vining Foundation
 * Fraser River Valley Lions Club
 * Rotary Club of Grand Lake
 * US Bancorp