VenuWorks Selected by Village of Skokie for Venue Management
(Ames, Iowa) Iowa-based venue management company, VenuWorks, has been hired by the Village of Skokie, Illinois to manage the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. VenuWorks has significant experience managing venues that host community, regional, and national events.
“We are delighted to have been selected by the Village to manage and operate the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. We have been impressed with the facilities and staff and look forward to them joining the VenuWorks family,” said Steve Peters, President of VenuWorks.
The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts hosts an 867-seat mainstage theater and a convertible 318-seat theater and presents a Feature Series of entertainment spanning numerous genres and styles and an educational performing arts program, Youtheatre. The Center is home to Northlight Theatre, Music Theater Works, Music of the Baroque, and numerous other cultural organizations.
“The Village is pleased to enter this partnership with VenuWorks for facility management and programming at the North Shore Center, one of Skokie’s most beloved and valuable assets,” said Mayor George Van Dusen. “The wealth of experience and creativity that VenuWorks brings will enhance both the Center’s operations and the variety of programming presented. The Center is an important economic catalyst for Skokie, and we look forward to a strong partnership with VenuWorks that increases the Center’s contributions to the community.”
“Together with the Village, we look forward to making a positive impact within the community as we work together to improve and grow operations of this amazing entertainment landmark,” said Peters.
VenuWorks will assume management and begin its transition of The Center on July 1st. Current General Manager, Michael Pauken, will remain at the venue’s helm as its Executive Director under new VenuWorks management.
About VenuWorks
VenuWorks provides customized management solutions for arenas, stadiums, theatres and convention centers throughout the country with services that include operations, catering, concessions, along with the booking and marketing of sports and entertainment events. www.venuworks.com
