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The OC Register reports on the financial turmoil engulfing the Arts sector and highlights Chance Theater Fundraising Efforts

Coronavirus-related closures have hit Orange County’s theater, music and arts organizations hard, with 62% anticipating a severe financial crisis from closures and canceled events, a new survey has found.

Forty-two leaders of county arts organizations responded to a survey conducted by Arts Orange County, which found that the groups have lost nearly $16 million to date.

The county has lost nearly 1 million admissions due to canceled events. As a result, the survey found, 31% of the groups have laid off or furloughed its staff and 43% have implemented salary reductions.

The local arts agency concluded that “the economic toll from job losses, canceled performances, and reduced philanthropic support is being felt across every supervisorial district in Orange County and threatens the future of the sector.”

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