Skylight Finally Does Something Right

The Skylight Opera has had its share of turmoil this past summer, but it looks like its finally starting to pick itself up again. They have appointed Amy S. Jensen as the new managing director.

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Two points immediately pop out at me as to why Jensen is a great choice for the Skylight.

1. She is familiar with the theatre. "She and her mother, Carol, have cooked and baked for the casts of many Skylight productions." It is clear that Jensen has been a part of the Skylight family for a long time and understands the Milwaukee theatre community. She understands the problems that she will be facing, but truly wants to see the Skylight succeed. Her heart is in the right place and she is ready to work hard for this company.

2. She said, "strong communication with the board, staff, artists, patrons and donors will be an immediate priority." Skylight fell apart this summer due primarily to poor communication. The problems that arose could have been lessened if management had only communicated internally and with its patrons, donors and the rest of the community. Because of this statement, it is clear that Jensen knows how to run this theatre company honestly and successfully.

The Skylight Opera has a long road ahead of them. They have a debt of about $475,000 to deal with and still no artistic director. However, they have taken a step in the right direction, and it seems they will continue to pull the company back together.