The 5th Avenue Theatre’s Dynamic Board of Directors Reaches 30
Ken Clay Joins Dedicated Group of Arts Advocates
SEATTLE — The 5th Avenue Theatre reaches its goal of 30 Board of Director members with its newest member, Ken Clay of Clay Enterprises, LLC. Mr. Clay brings his talents and years of dedication to the Seattle arts community to this already devoted collective.
Non-profit arts organizations like The 5th Avenue Theatre rely on their boards to play an active role in advocacy, fundraising and stewardship. The strength of the current 5th Avenue board is vital to the continued growth of the Theatre. Bernie Griffin, Director of Theater Advancement and Development, says, “It is rare to find such a committed group of talented professionals all on one board. The Theatre is fortunate to have them working behind the scenes and grateful to them for sharing their time and talent.”
Ken Clay, a native to Lynnwood, has long been an active participant in his community. A member of the National Federation of Independent Business, Mr. Clay is the co-owner of Clay Enterprises, LLC. The company, started nearly 30 years ago with sister Diana, focuses on commercial property development, management, and residential plat development. Mr. Clay is also a member of the Seattle Master Builders Association and the South Snohomish Chamber of Commerce. He is the father of two grown sons, and is currently a contributor to Kamiak High School Athletics Department within the Mukilteo School District. Not only does he enjoy supporting Seattle sports teams, but he is also an avid theater fan and contributor to Mill Creek Arts Foundation.
The 5th Avenue Theatre is Seattle’s premier musical theater. In 1980, the non-profit 5th Avenue Theatre began producing and presenting top-quality live musical theater for the cultural enrichment of the Northwest community. The 5th Avenue Theatre maintains a subscription audience of 23,000 and an annual attendance of more than 200,000. It ranks among the nation’s largest and most respected musical theater companies. The theater is committed to encouraging the next generation of theatergoers through its Educational Outreach Program which includes: The Adventure Musical Theatre Touring Company, The 5th Avenue High School Musical Theatre Awards, the Student Matinee Program and Spotlight Nights. Unique in its Chinese-inspired design, the exquisite theater opened in 1926 as a venue for vaudeville and film. Today, under the leadership of Managing Director Marilynn Sheldon and Producing Artistic Director David Armstrong, The 5th Avenue Theatre continues to achieve the highest standards in all aspects of artistic endeavors and facility operations, while preserving its artistic, architectural and historic legacy.
Board Member Photos are available upon request.