Sample Curtain Speech

Curtain Speeches

Use your introductory announcements to draw attention to the upcoming elections. Feel free to use the suggested language below, or create your own.

Tonight, we’d like to begin our program by celebrating the arts-going voter. This year, there are several important choices to make as voters including who will be the next Governor. As an arts-going voter, you play an important role in shaping the issues addressed by candidates. You are the link between candidates and their political offices. You are the citizen they are working to court with policy announcements and campaign platforms. For the next few weeks, they will be looking to you for a response. So, let them know that you care about arts and culture. If you find yourself at a community forum or debate, ask the candidates questions about their plans for supporting the arts and culture sector. Point out that arts and culture are vital components in building the solutions that will strengthen our neighborhoods, engage and educate our youth, increase our economic competitiveness, and retain our businesses and residents. Be the voice that brings arts and culture to the table. For other ways to help, visit www.philaculture.org. Thank you.   

Please also print this flyer to stuff into programs or hand out at the door.