MEDIA ADVISORY

Who: Wayne State University and noted Detroit philanthropist Gretchen Carhartt Valade.

What: Announcement of major contribution to Wayne State University’s Pivotal Moments fundraising campaign that will advance jazz performance and education in Detroit for decades to come.

When:  Monday, Dec. 14, at 2:45 p.m.

Where: The Hilberry Theatre, 4743 Cass Avenue, Detroit, MI.

Complimentary parking is available in Lot 60, adjacent to the theatre on the west side of Cass Avenue.

Why: To transform the Wayne State’s programming, teaching and scholarship in jazz performance and education while strengthening its cultural presence in Midtown.