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Performing ArtsConnecticut, United States51-200 Employees
The Bushnell, based in Hartford, Connecticut, traces its origins to 1919 as The Horace Bushnell Memorial Hall and opened in 1930. It stands as Connecticut's largest arts organization, drawing about 300,000 attendees annually and presenting more than 450 events and performances, serving as an anchor for the arts, education, culture, and economic development. Its programming covers Broadway, children's theatre, a family series, and comedy, along with other special events, providing broad access to performing arts. It also subsidizes and houses local groups such as the Hartford Symphony Orchestra, Nutmeg Ballet, and The Connecticut Forum. It runs PARTNERS, an award-winning arts-in-education program that integrates arts into schools and supports student learning, and participates in community revitalization efforts like the iQuilt project. In 2023, The Bushnell announced a long-term affiliation with the Warner Theatre Company, reflecting collaborative regional partnerships.