Sunday, July 27, 2008
columbus symphony
At a glance
The Columbus Symphony Orchestra’s contract dispute with its musicians stems from a structural budget deficit. Over the years, private donors have picked up an increasing amount of the symphony’s expenses. Here’s a look at the figures:
Financial performance:
1970
Revenue: $192,057
Expenses: $349,183
Percent contributed: 43 percent
Attendance: Unknown
1990
Revenue: $5,767,544
Expenses: $6,290,668
Percent contributed: 34 percent
Attendance: 281,562
2000
Revenue: $10,031,858
Expenses: $9,641,087
Percent contributed: 52 percent
Attendance: 154,374
Recent totals of gifts, grants and contributions:
2000: $4.3 million
2001: $5.1 million
2002: $6.5 million
2003: $4.4 million
Source: Study commissioned by the Columbus Partnership, Columbus Symphony Orchestra Form 990