The Naples Players is in the search for a Director of Advancement. Please click on the position description or nominate/apply.

The Naples Players (TNP) seeks a proven fundraising professional with an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for multicultural theatre experiences to serve as the organization’s first Director of Advancement. TNP has been named the “Best Live Theatre” in Southwest Florida. Under the direction of Bryce Alexander, CEO and Executive Artistic Director, TNP has created theatrical productions that support the culture of the region and connect artists with mission-oriented community services that are a model for theatres across the country. TNP builds community through exceptional access to the power of theatre for everyone across the socio-economic spectrum and includes those challenged by age, infirmity, and disabilities.

The current annual operating budget is about $4M. TNP is the hub of activity for an audience of 40,000+, an education program serving over 5,000 students in classes on-site, and a volunteer program that engages more than 600 members of the local community. The theater’s annual budget is supported by 60% ($2.4M) earned income and 40% ($1.9M) contributed income. There are 30 full time staff members and 600 volunteers working more than 60,000 hours. The organization has an endowment of $5.5M. Each season TNP presents nine mainstage productions and year-round educational programs. TNP is in the midst of a $20 million capital project to renovate and re-imagine its home on 5th Avenue South in downtown Naples. Plans for the revitalized facility include significant improvement to the existing theaters and the creation of an additional theater designed to anchor the organization’s Educational Theatre program, serving students of all ages and abilities. To date, TNP has raised over 85% of the construction cost. In April of 2023 renovations began with a target date for completion and opening of March 2024.

We appreciate you sharing the position description with your network, and also any nominations you might have.

For additional information or to apply, please contact Dennis Hanthorn and Lee Kappelman at info[at]moppenheim[dot]com.