The Spirit of Suzi Award
Each season the Suzi Awards Board of Directors solicits nominations from the professional theatre community. From among those nominated, the Board will choose a recipient of the Spirit of Suzi Award. The recipient will be a person or organization that demonstrates qualities reflecting Suzi Bass herself. Such qualities might include:
2011- The Center for Puppetry Arts
2010- Rosemary Newcott
2009- None
2008- Carol Mitchell Leon
2007- Jerry's Habima Theatre
2006- Kim Patrick Bitz
2005- Karen Howell
2005- Bob Bass - Special Spirit of Suzi Award Recipient
2004- Kenny Leon
Suzi Guidelines for Special Awards 2010 - 2011
Definitions and processes for the Special Awards given by the Suzi organization: The Spirit of Suzi Award, The Gene-Gabriel Moore Playwriting Award, The Audience Choice Award for Outstanding Season, and the Volunteer of the Year Award.
- Dedication to increasing the level of professionalism in the Atlanta Theatre Community;
- Selfless service to the Atlanta theatrical community through the development and support of theatre companies, professional artists, students of theatre, or new audiences;
- Consistent striving to better the working conditions of theatre artists, the support of audiences for theatre, or the environment for a strong and vibrant theatre community;
- True commitment to the joy of theatre as an avenue for self-expression, community empowerment, global connection, or cultural enrichment;
- Dedication to the belief that theatre can make a difference in Atlanta, and Atlanta theatre can make a difference in the world.
Previous Recipients
2011- The Center for Puppetry Arts
2010- Rosemary Newcott
2009- None
2008- Carol Mitchell Leon
2007- Jerry's Habima Theatre
2006- Kim Patrick Bitz
2005- Karen Howell
2005- Bob Bass - Special Spirit of Suzi Award Recipient
2004- Kenny Leon
Suzi Guidelines for Special Awards 2010 - 2011
Definitions and processes for the Special Awards given by the Suzi organization: The Spirit of Suzi Award, The Gene-Gabriel Moore Playwriting Award, The Audience Choice Award for Outstanding Season, and the Volunteer of the Year Award.
