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Bee Cave development board delays $300,000 funding decision for Magnolia Musical Theater's 2026 'Addams Family'
Summary
On Nov. 4, 2025, the Bee Cave Development Corporation heard a funding request from Magnolia Musical Theater seeking $300,000 to produce The Addams Family in July–August 2026 but postponed a final decision to its next meeting and asked the group to submit a revised proposal.
On Nov. 4, 2025, the Bee Cave Development Corporation heard a funding request from Magnolia Musical Theater seeking $300,000 to produce The Addams Family in July–August 2026 but postponed a final decision to its next meeting and asked the group to submit a revised proposal.
Magnolia representative Andrew Cantana presented results from the company's 2025 season and a detailed budget for the 2026 production. Cantana told the board the company expects a 20‑performance run July 15–Aug. 15 with seating of 750–1,000, projected attendance of 11,500–12,500 and an overall production budget the company says can be contained at $300,000. He said the 2025 SpongeBob production drew more than 11,600 patrons, paid about 120 professionals, and generated strong community partnerships and social‑media growth.
The request included a breakdown of anticipated revenue and costs. Cantana reported planned payroll of about $170,000,…
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