Upcoming Events
The Book of Mormon, Special Performance, 9/13, New York
Limited seats are still available for tomorrow’s matinee!
Nice Work If You Can Get It, Producer’s Picks, 9/19, New York
Dale Olson Memorial, 9/20, Los Angeles
Once, Special Performance, 9/30, New York
Linda Purl—Feinstein's at Loews Regency, 9/30, New York
Rita Wilson Live in Concert, 10/08, Los Angeles
The Book of Mormon, Special Performance, 10/10, Los Angeles
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Valley Days: Building Community in LA
 When people in the arts are unemployed, they need a supportive community to network, share ideas and get help. But many in LA can’t even afford the $4 or $5 a gallon gas prices to drive to our Hollywood office. Thanks to your support, we’ve found a solution. We’ve brought our community to them!
Our partnership with Local 80 IATSE, Motion Picture Studio Grips/Crafts Service in Burbank makes possible Valley Days—a monthly event that brings our services closer to those who live in the San Fernando Valley. Our clients get access to our professional counselors, guest speakers, and a safe place to gather and support each other as a community of performing arts and entertainment professionals. Read more.
To donate space for our Valley Days & help your community, call our Los Angeles office at 323.933.9244.
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 Thank the Al Hirschfeld Free Health Clinic
“Please take a moment to sign a ‘thank you’ note to Dr. Spears and his dedicated staff.
They do so much for our community!”
— Kathleen, a Broadway Usher helped by the Clinic.
 Back in June, we introduced you to Kathleen Spock, a Broadway usher who was helped by the Clinic when Medical Director Dr. Jim Spears diagnosed her with asthma and provided the medication she desperately needed. Take a moment to thank Dr. Spears and his team for the free care they provide to more than 1,300 people, and nearly 3,000 free visits every year! Read more on our Blog, and Click to share your thanks.
Hirschfeld Clinic Administrative Coordinator Judine Alexandre, Health Services Manager Janet Pearl and Medical Director, Dr. Jim Spears, M.D.
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Dale Olson, In Memoriam
 As we mourn the August 9 passing of our devoted Trustee, Dale Olson, we share this special message from our Chairman, Brian Stokes Mitchell:
“This is great loss for The Actors Fund. Dale was a staunch advocate for this organization, and I’m personally humbled by his commitment and dedication. When the HIV/AIDS crisis devastated the entertainment community, Dale was among the first to speak out for those suffering and in need. His work led to programs and services that bring comfort and relief for thousands of our clients every year across the country. I speak for everyone at The Fund when I say he will be sorely missed.”
A veteran entertainment publicist, Dale represented some of the biggest names in Hollywood, including Shirley MacLaine, Steven Spielberg, Joan Crawford, Rock Hudson and many others. In this 2011 Blog piece, Dale shared some memories of working with Rock Hudson in support of The Fund.
Join us as we remember Dale at a memorial service at the Hollywood Museum, 1660 North Highland Avenue, Los Angeles on Thursday, September 20 at 1 pm. Please RSVP with name, contact number and affiliation to Meg Thomas at 323.933.9244 or email mthomas@actorsfund.org.
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Faces of The Fund
 Rebecca Sauer
Project Analyst, Actors Fund Housing Development Corporation
Rebecca is one of the newest members of our Fund Family. She brings years of experience in community development and housing policy to her role as Project Analyst for the Actors Fund Housing Development Corporation (AFHDC). She shared the low-down on the importance of affordable housing for the entertainment community, AFHDC’s current survey of NYC/NJ area arts community, and the exploration of new housing in Rahway, NJ, Downtown Los Angeles and more. Read the interview.
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What’s In Store?
 Jay says, “Get ready for the October 24 start of the World Series in style—with an Actors Fund baseball cap!” (Major Gifts Associate Jay Haddad’s smirk not included).
The Actors Fund Store is THE online hub for tickets to our legendary Special Performances and many unique gifts—and proceeds help those in our industry in need! Now that’s being a real arts supporter!
Shop now to support The Fund.
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Photocall
 In the Spotlight members were treated to a special night at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts on August 8 for an inside peek & private guided tour of their special exhibition of STAR QUALITY: The World of Noel Coward. View photos.
Jamie deRoy, William Ivey Long, Louise and Lewis Cullman. Photo Credit: Jamie Liles.
The company of Jersey Boys on Broadway gave a rousing Special Performance on August 19. Click for photos or to view Tony Award winner John Lloyd Young’s curtain speech!
The New York cast of One Man, Two Guvnors had them rolling in the aisles at their August 25 Special Performance. Click for photos or to view Tony Award nominee James Corden’s curtain speech!
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