Optimist Theatre, of Milwaukee, WI, is a Small Public Charity tracked in Imperigo's IRS 990 database. The 2025 filing shows $164K in revenue, $140K in expenses, $59K in total assets. 10 publicly reported grants to this organization, totaling roughly $153K, appear in IRS filings.
Shakespeare in the Park, provides free, professional productions of Shakespeare?s plays in public parks throughout the greater Milwaukee area. In 2025, performances were held during the summer season and reached thousands of attendees from diverse communities. The program promotes access to the arts, community engagement, and cultural enrichment by removing financial and geographic barriers to participation.
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| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $164K | $140K | $59K |
| 2024 | $129K | $172K | $19K |
| 2023 | $150K | $140K | $63K |
| 2022 | $147K | $157K | $56K |
Between 2022 and 2025, reported annual revenue grew from $147K to $164K (+11%), with total assets most recently reported at $59K.
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