National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Acting Chairman Joan Shigekawa has announced that the American Theatre Wing is one of 886 nonprofit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Art Works grant. The American Theatre Wing is recommended for a $20,000 grant to support their SpringboardNYC and Theatre Intern Group programs. SpringboardNYC prepares promising college acting students for a dynamic career in theatre through a two-week “boot camp” taught by prominent members of New York City’s theatrical community. Since its inception in 2005, SpringboardNYC has helped launch the careers of a diverse group of over 350 young professionals, 90% of whom are still working in the industry. The Theatre Intern Group provides professional development opportunities for young people beginning careers in commercial and nonprofit theatre offices. Monthly panel discussions examine the varied facets of the theatre industry, offering insight into theatre management, finances, marketing and promotion, producing, and more.  Theatre Intern Group serves more than 150 interns per year, distributes over 1,200 free theatre tickets annually, and helps over 1,000 alumni maintain a network with their peers. Press contact: O&M Co (695-7400)...