Worcester Business Journal

www.wbjournal.com June 6, 2016 • Worcester Business Journal 11 Business Business Women In 2009 Business Women In 2009 Business Women In Outstanding Business Women In Outstanding W O R C E S T E R B U S I N E S S J O U R N A L' S For sponsorship and advertising opportunities in this special issue, contact your account manager or Mark Murray at mmurray@wbjournal.com or 508-755-8004 ext. 227. Women in Central Massachusetts play a critical role in the regional economy as business owners and executives. This fall, the Worcester Business Journal will once again recognize the achievements of a select group of strong, talented and remarkable women who are making their mark on the Central Massachusetts business community. Here is your chance to nominate a deserving business woman that you know, and have her accomplishments recognized and celebrated! Submit a nomination today! CALL FOR NOMINATIONS! Supporting Sponsor Presenting Sponsors NOMINATION DEADLINE: August 5, 2016 To submit your nomination visit www.wbjournal.com/womeninbusiness Accu-Clean Inc. "When Impressions Count" We're on top of the details! When it comes to delivering consistent quality, the proof is in the pudding. Let our established team of professional cleaners take care of all your cleaning needs, down to the last detail. Accu-Clean Inc offers: •Commercial - Industrial - Educational - Institutional •Facility Maintenance •Carpet & Upholstery Shampooing •Stripping & Refinishing Floors •Office Cleaning •Restroom Sanitation •General Labor •Post Construction Cleaning •Day Porter Service •On Call Cleaning •Free Estimates •Flexible Economic Pricing •Long Term Clients and Testimonials •No Long Term Contract Needed 1102 Pleasant Street Worcester, MA 01602 508-755-8166 www.accu-cleaninc.com A woman-owned business since 1987 • Serving Worcester County The original structure for the build- ing was built in 1904 and was known as the Franklin Square Theatre, according to the theater's website. The building is referred to as an example of early 20th century theater architecture, which makes renovating the historic theater a difficult project to produce due to the significant contribu- tion the landmark has had on Worcester, said Siebels. It is important to expand the theater to bring in more people to the city with- out changing what originally made the historic organization captivating in the first place, Siebels said. When the Hanover Theatre was ini- tially renovated in 2008, there were about 25 concert and comedy shows per year, which performed about two show- ings for each ensemble. Now, there are approximately twice the number of the original productions per year and performance groups typi- cally present six showings or more, bringing in more consumers to the the- ater, said Siebels. "Eighty percent of the shows' audi- ence comes from outside of Worcester," Siebels said. "With this new expansion, we hope to draw an even larger audi- ence from a broader circle." The closing of performing arts schools in the area makes the expansion more significant than ever because the conservatory is in high demand for stu- dents who want to learn the art of the- ater, dance and Broadway, Siebels said. The conservatory will not only fea- ture summer youth programs for stu- dents but will offer master classes and education programs with Broadway and touring companies. This will potentially attract a younger market of consumers to Worcester's Theatre District and enhance economic and educational growth in the community. The Hanover Theatre for the Performing Arts is an anchor in the city's Theatre District, which also includes Mechanics Hall, the DCU Center and the Palladium. The Hanover's expansion can only enhance downtown Worcester and the Theatre District by creating greater vibrancy and giving more visitors the opportunity to take advantage of what the city has to offer, Andreoli said. What was once a boarded-up build- ing has been constructed into a "vital part of the district" by creating a place where businesses and performance groups have the opportunity to impact Worcester, Siebels said. More theater expansions may come in the future, but there are no immedi- ate plans, Siebels said. "We believe there's a huge need in a few places that are underserved in arts education," Siebels said. Siebels said though there are no immediate plans, proposals to expand the theatre further in the future would bring a more broad group of people to Worcester who hadn't considered what the city had to offer due to a previous lack in arts education. n "Eighty percent of the shows' audience comes from outside of Worcester," With this new expansion, we hope to draw an even larger audience from a broader circle." Troy Siebels, Hanover president and CEO

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