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Learn More ABOUT THE COUNCIL Presenting hawaiis theatres The Hawaii State Theatre Council Announces Plans to Renew Organization The Hawaii State Theatre Council a 50year old organization devoted to supporting theatres in Hawaii announces that it is embarking on a season of strategic planning. During this time the Council Members will focus on the organizations mission values vision and statewide practices and will cease its usual activity of adjudicating island performances and giving awards at the end of the season. A statement from Hawaii Theatre Council President Donna Blanchard To assure that we are inclusive of and sensitive to the many cultures on our islands in June 2020 the Hawaii State Theatre Council began a conversation following the Representation Equity and Diversity RED model established by the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. At our September 12th 2020 meeting we unanimously determined that it is time for this organization to revisit our impact on our community and thoughtfully plan how we will move forward.