ELLA TURENNE AWARD
Sponsored by Hollywood Fringe Access Advisory Board
Description
The Ella Turenne Award, presented by the independent Hollywood Fringe Access Advisory Board, honors treasured Hollywood Fringe community member, Ella Turenne, and her belief that Fringe is for everyone. With this dedication, we hope to uplift and encourage BIPOC creators to share their experiences through theater at the Fringe.
The Hollywood Fringe Access Advisory Board is made up of past participants, staff and board members who take a look at current equity standards to help set goals for the Hollywood Fringe organization & community (though this award selection is curated by the participants of this Access Advisory Board, not Hollywood Fringe staff and board members).
In 2020, Ella became a founding member of the Hollywood Fringe Access Advisory Board. Ella dedicated countless hours working alongside HFF while advocating for marginalized artists’ exposure. Ella’s impact on the Hollywood Fringe can be seen throughout the festival. Her legacy continues to touch our community as well as those she inspired.
Just like Ella herself, the Ella Turenne Award highlights artists who demonstrate leadership and inclusion at the Hollywood Fringe Festival. These contributions add to the experience and culture of BIPOC individuals and communities.
Qualifications
To qualify, the production must:
- Have a predominantly BIPOC production team
- Have a predominantly BIPOC cast and crew
Please fill out this google form for consideration: https://forms.gle/EWFxHK9VbD8xSQAv5
Methodology
Selected candidate shows will be reviewed by members of the Hollywood Fringe Access Advisory Board. One show will be selected to receive the Ella Turenne Award. Our committee will be looking for shows that:
- Uplift marginalized voices
- Speak on and enhance the culture and presence of BIPOC communities and artists
- Demonstrates inclusive theatrical leadership through their production
Reward
- Physical Award
- A featured blog post on the Fringe site
