Effective with the 2011 Ostrander Awards, recognition will be accorded to a deserving “putting it together” person. This award will be presented to an individual or organization, not necessarily annually, but when the community is shown exemplary leadership and vision having organized events or innovative programs that raise funds, generate support, inspire innovation, or increase awareness of Memphis theatre by "Putting it Together".
2011 - Janie McCrary
2012 - Michael Detroit
2013 - Brent Davis
2014 - Debbie Litch
2015 - Ekundayo Bandele
2017 - Ruby O’Gray
2021 - Michael Compton
2023 - Gene Elliot
2024 - Terry Dean
2025 - Melissa Andrews
To be nominated, the recipient…
Must represent a “putting it together” activity not recognized by the present Ostrander awards - These could be executive directors, volunteer coordinators, foundations or organizations, benefactors and patrons of the theatre, audition coordinators, fund-raisers & public relations specialists.
May function in a paid or non-paid status; however, any nominee in a paid status must demonstrate activity or support above and beyond his/her required performance in that capacity
Do not have to work exclusively with any one organization or theatre. A wide base of activity is encouraged.