Fox Cities Performing Arts Center Announces New Broadway Series Sponsor

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center is pleased to announce Kimberly-Clark Corporation's new sponsorship of the popular Broadway Across America - Fox Cities Series. Kimberly-Clark's multiyear sponsorship will begin with the 2011-2012 season to be unveiled on March 3. This title sponsorship expands Kimberly-Clark's longstanding commitment to building strong communities and support of arts throughout the Fox Valley.

Julia Smith, Kimberly-Clark vice president of North Atlantic Consumer Products, said the company's philanthropic focus is fueled by its employees and their interest in organizations that positively impact the quality of life in Northeast Wisconsin. "We are proud of our Fox Cities heritage and through our foundation and generous employees are working to ensure our community continues to grow and prosper," said Smith. "We contribute more than $600,000 annually to local organizations that enrich the lives of families and help build stronger communities and the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center does just that. Through this expanded sponsorship we hope to increase opportunities available to children, adults and families throughout the area to experience the power of the arts."

Kimberly-Clark Corporation's Broadway sponsorship will also have an impact on community enrichment programs such as Family First Nights and Kids' Night on Broadway, both of which encourage children and parents to share the performing arts as a family experience.

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center President Susan Stockton is thankful for the Kimberly-Clark's leadership and support. "Kimberly-Clark's generous financial support of the Fox Cities P.A.C. and the Broadway Series reflects their commitment to the community, creating a place where people want to live, work, raise a family and enjoy life. Kimberly-Clark and our other corporate supporters have a direct impact in this community's strength, and we thank them for their investment in our mission and vision for the Center as a place for people to gather, connect and share in the arts."

Kimberly-Clark has been a leading supporter of the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center since the nonprofit's Capital Campaign began in 1999. In addition to the new Broadway Series sponsorship, Kimberly-Clark will continue its co-sponsorship of the Center's Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Education Series, impacting more than 25,000 students each year.

Robert Abernathy, Kimberly-Clark North Atlantic Consumer Products group president and board member at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, is proud to support the company's decision to invest in the local community. "At Kimberly-Clark we strive to lead the world in essentials for a better life - making products that enrich our daily lives. We proudly support organizations that positively impact our communities and families. We recognize that robust arts and civic organizations like the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center help create and maintain healthy, vibrant communities, and we are proud to lend our support to the sponsorship of the Broadway Series."

The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center encourages patrons of the Center to express their appreciation to the Center's previous Broadway Series sponsor, M&I Bank, for its early support of the Fox Cities P.A.C. and Kimberly-Clark Corporation for their generous commitment to the future of Broadway in the Fox Cities.

ABOUT K-C CARES
Founded in Neenah, Wisconsin in 1872, Kimberly-Clark has provided philanthropic leadership to the community for more than 130 years. In 2010, the K-C Cares program provided more than $600,000 in sponsorships and grants to local organizations. Kimberly-Clark's giving philosophy is driven by its employees, and supports causes and organizations positively impacting our community and local families.

ABOUT KIMBERLY-CLARK CORPORATION
Kimberly-Clark and its well-known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 150 countries. Every day, 1.3 billion people - nearly a quarter of the world's population - trust K-C brands and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex, Scott, Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex and Depend, Kimberly-Clark holds No. 1 or No. 2 share positions in more than 80 countries. To keep up with the latest K-C news and to learn more about the company's 139-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.

ABOUT Broadway Across America
Broadway Across America (producer), part of the Key Brand Entertainment family of companies which includes Broadway.com, is owned and operated by British theatre producer John Gore (CEO) and entertainment industry veteran Thomas B. McGrath (chairman). Broadway Across America presents first-class touring musicals and plays across 40 North American cities. Broadway.com is the premier theater website for news, exclusive content and ticket sales. Under the supervision of Beth Williams (COO and head of production), Broadway Across America is also dedicated to the development and production of new and diverse theatre. Current Broadway productions include How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying starring Daniel Radcliffe and John Larroquette, Million Dollar Quartet, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Jerusalem, Memphis, La Cage Aux Folles, the West End production of Million Dollar Quartet and the touring production of Dreamworks' Madagascar Live! For more information, please visit BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com and Broadway.com.

ABOUT THE FOX CITIES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in downtown Appleton, provides a premier venue for live performing arts. The Center proudly serves as a gathering place for the community to engage in educational opportunities while enhancing a greater understanding and appreciation of the live performing arts. For more information on upcoming events, education programs and community involvement go to foxcitiespac.com. The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center - Where the Arts Come Alive!