'Angel Action Wings For Orlando' to Move to GLBT Community Center of Central Florida
By: BWW News Desk Nov. 22, 2016
The "Angel Action Wings for Orlando" were originally constructed by volunteers from throughout the community to shield mourners from anti-gay protesters during the funerals of Pulse massacre victims. They have since been used at the "Beautiful Together" benefit concert held at the Dr. Phillips Center and at a number of other local and national community events, including the recent Orlando "Come Out with Pride Parade" on Saturday, November 12, 2016.
"Orlando's Angel Wings have become an inspiring image of love and unity in our community," said Jim Helsinger, Artistic Director at Orlando Shakespeare Theater. "We have been honored to use them to pay tribute to those who lost their lives because they chose to love openly and wholly. In the end, love always wins."
Due to the demanding performance schedule of Orlando Shakes, The Center has graciously agreed to assume responsibility of the "Angel Wings." With this transition, the Center will manage the future use of the "Angel Wings," and all funds raised to support the care of the "Angel Wings" will be passed along to the Center.
"The Center is very honored to accept responsibility for the "Angel Action Wings for Orlando," said Terry DeCarlo, Executive Director of The Center. "Personally knowing the history of the wings, what they stand for, and their specific mission, The Center is prepared to take on this assignment and will treat the wings with the utmost respect. The Center will also be creating a community "Angel Force" made up of individuals who will be trained and dispatched to special events where the wings are needed."
In addition to the 49 sets of "Angel Wings" being provided to the Center, two sets of "Angel Wings" will also be donated to the Orange County Regional History Center on Tuesday, November 29, 2016 for a new community display.
"It has been a privilege to be the guardians of the Angel Wings over the past several months," said Helsinger. "We are looking forward to continuing to see them shed light and love in our community in their new home at The Center."
Orlando Shakespeare Theater is supported by United Arts of Central Florida. Orlando Shakespeare Theater is also sponsored in part by the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the State of Florida.Founded in 1989, Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF produces classic, contemporary, and children's plays. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Jim Helsinger and Managing Director PJ Albert, Orlando Shakes has grown into one of the region's most acclaimed professional Equity theaters, garnering national recognition from The Wall Street Journal's Terry Teachout. "Hence the high quality of Orlando Shakespeare, a company that deserves to be far more widely known outside Florida." With ambitious, high-caliber productions like 2015's Monty Python's SPAMALOT and Peter and the Starcatcher, and 2014's Les Miserables and Henry V, the Theater continues to provide an innovative world-class theatrical experience to its guests, while showcasing William Shakespeare's legacy as the cornerstone of the company. Orlando Shakes also offers immersive educational programming that serves Central Florida schools and the local community at large. For more information visit www.orlandoshakes.org.
The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender Community Center of Central Florida (known as The Center) has been in operation for over 32 years and is one of the oldest GLBT community centers in the country. The Center has been an organizing force within the GLBT community serving as a source for information, education, advocacy and support. The Center has worked to foster the personal development and quality of life of the community it serves, as well as to increase understanding and acceptance within the greater Central Florida area. For more information visit www.thecenterorlando.org.
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