Mystic Side Opera Company
EIN: 92-0643842
Mission
Mystic Side Opera is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to promoting the performing arts and cultural enrichment in Malden and surrounding communities. Our mission is to provide accessible, high-quality opera productions and cultural events that inspire and entertain audiences, while also supporting local economic growth and community development. We strive to foster collaboration and innovation between the arts and business sectors, to promote artistic engagement and expression, and to ensure the long-term sustainability of Malden's arts and culture industry as well as future-proof careers for artists.
Ruling year
2023
Gene Sticco
Main address
Wilbur Fiske Haven House 339 Pleasant Street
Malden, MA 02148 USA
EIN
92-0643842
Opera
Population served
Immigrants and migrants
Low-income people
Working poor
People with disabilities
Retired people
NTEE code
Opera (A6A)
IRS subsection
501(c)(3) Public Charity
IRS filing requirement
This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990-N.
Communication
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Mystic Side Opera Company's core mission is to create sustainable careers for artists while future-proofing arts organizations. The company recognizes that artists often face financial and job insecurity, and it aims to provide them with opportunities to build sustainable careers through its platform. Mystic Side Opera Company's approach is to create a sustainable ecosystem in which artists can thrive and develop their skills, while also promoting sustainable practices in the arts industry. By doing so, the company aims to build a more resilient and sustainable arts industry. In addition to its focus on creating sustainable careers for artists and future-proofing arts organizations, Mystic Side Opera Company also recognizes the importance of building sustainable communities in which it operates. The company believes that it has a responsibility to support and promote sustainability in the local community, and it is committed to doing so through its operations. This includes reducing w
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Discover the Opera
"Discover the Opera" is a Music and Performing Arts focused development program for High School aged students that supports and advocates for the Arts as an integral part of preparing students for success and prosperity in life.
The program leverages Opera’s rich history of storytelling, sharing cultural heritage, and as an outlet for commentary on contemporary social issues through a historical lens to enhance emotional intelligence, critical thinking, encourage self-expression, and develop social and public speaking skills.
We provide opportunities for high school aged students (14-17) to explore careers in the arts beyond performing through hands-on learning-ships. The program is designed to help students make better informed decisions as they pursue post-secondary education.
Discover the Opera is part of Mystic Side Opera's commitment to ensuring the Arts are inclusive & accessible across the broad spectrum of our community.
Artists of Note
The Artists of Note honor recognizes inspirational musicians and artists who embody raw passion, extraordinary perseverance, and who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to the pursuit of excellence towards mastering their art.
Sharing the stories of their journeys and exemplary accomplishments serves as a reminder to all people of the value and unlimited potential that every human possess.
NEW ENGLAND OPERA CENTER
The New England Opera Center is a unique organization that is focused on supporting emerging professional opera singers by offering not just space to network and perfect their art, but also tools and resources to help them manage their careers as a business. We understand that being a successful opera singer is not just about talent, but also about having the right tools and resources to take your career to the next level.
At the New England Opera Center, young artists and emerging professional opera singers can take advantage of workshops and seminars on topics such as financial management, marketing, and branding. They can also network with other singers and industry professionals, and gain access to resources such as recording studios and performance spaces.
The OPERAtors
As a Service-Disabled Veteran led organization, Mystic Side Opera is dedicated to creating & supporting opportunities that promote community, wellness, and arts-focused training for Active Duty Military Personnel, Veterans and their immediate families.
Whether it’s welcoming these ‘OPERAtors’ to enjoy a performance with tickets provided through VetTix, supporting Music Therapy initiatives, or aiding in their transition back to the civilian world to explore careers in the arts, we stand ready to support our troops and their families.
Where we work
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Our results
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Number of professional artists employed
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Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Total dollars paid to artists
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
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Increasing
Our Sustainable Development Goals
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Goals & Strategy
Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.
Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
Mystic Side Opera Company's goals towards solving the problem of creating sustainable careers for artists and future-proofing arts organizations are multi-faceted. Here are some of the key goals the organization is working towards:
Providing Opportunities for Artists: Mystic Side Opera Company aims to provide opportunities for artists to showcase their talents and develop their skills. By creating a platform for artists, the company aims to provide them with sustainable career opportunities in the arts sector.
Promoting Sustainability: The organization aims to promote sustainability in the arts industry by adopting sustainable practices and supporting sustainable economic growth. This includes reducing waste, promoting social responsibility, and supporting local communities.
Fostering Innovation: Mystic Side Opera Company aims to foster innovation in the arts industry by encouraging experimentation and creativity. The company believes that by embracing new and innovative ideas, it can future-proof arts organizations and create sustainable career opportunities for artists.
Building Partnerships: The organization aims to build partnerships with other organizations that share its commitment to sustainability and innovation in the arts sector. By collaborating with other organizations, Mystic Side Opera Company hopes to leverage expertise and resources to achieve its goals more effectively.
Engaging with the Community: The organization aims to engage with the community and raise awareness about the importance of sustainability and innovation in the arts sector. By engaging with the community, the company hopes to build support for its mission and inspire others to take action towards creating a more sustainable future.
Overall, Mystic Side Opera Company's goals are centered around creating sustainable career opportunities for artists and future-proofing arts organizations. By promoting sustainability and innovation in the arts sector, the organization aims to create a positive impact on society and contribute to a more sustainable future.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
Mystic Side Opera Company has developed a strategic plan to promote sustainable development in line with Sustainable Development Goal 11. The plan includes conducting a sustainability assessment, developing a sustainability policy, developing a sustainable operations plan, implementing the plan, and evaluating and improving periodically. The company aims to reduce its energy consumption, improve waste management, reduce water usage, promote social responsibility, and support sustainable economic growth. By implementing this plan, the company will create a positive impact on society while achieving its organizational objectives.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
Managing organizational capabilities is crucial for achieving goals and sustaining growth. Here are the ways in which Mystic Side Opera Company will manage its capabilities to meet its goals:
Assessing Current Capabilities: The company must evaluate its current capabilities in terms of its resources, processes, and technologies. It must analyze where it stands and identify its strengths and weaknesses. This can help the company in making informed decisions for resource allocation, process improvement, and technology upgrades.
Building Capabilities: The company can develop new capabilities through strategic partnerships, hiring new talent, and investing in training and development programs for its employees. This can help the company in expanding its service offerings, improving efficiency, and enhancing customer experience.
Allocating Resources Effectively: The company must allocate resources efficiently to optimize its capabilities. This can involve identifying key priorities and aligning resources accordingly. For example, the company can allocate more resources towards marketing and customer engagement to build a stronger brand and improve customer loyalty.
Implementing Process Improvements: The company can improve its operational capabilities by streamlining its processes and implementing best practices. This can help the company in reducing costs, improving quality, and enhancing speed of delivery.
Measuring Performance: The company must track its performance and measure its capabilities against its goals. This can involve setting up Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and regularly assessing progress towards meeting them. This can help the company in identifying areas that need improvement and making necessary adjustments.
By managing its capabilities effectively, Mystic Side Opera Company can achieve its goals, sustain growth, and remain competitive in the long run.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
As a start-up, Mystic Side Opera Company will need to focus on developing its capabilities and achieving its sustainability goals simultaneously. Here are some steps the company can take to progress towards its goals and capabilities:
Set Clear Goals: The company must set clear sustainability goals and define its capabilities in line with those goals. The goals should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
Conduct a Sustainability Assessment: The company must conduct a sustainability assessment to identify its current impact on the environment and society. This can help the company in understanding the areas that need improvement and identifying opportunities to develop capabilities.
Develop a Sustainability Policy: Based on the findings of the sustainability assessment, the company must develop a sustainability policy that outlines its commitment to sustainable development and the steps it will take to achieve its sustainability goals. This policy should align with the company's values and priorities.
Develop a Sustainable Operations Plan: The company must develop a sustainable operations plan that outlines the steps it will take to achieve its sustainability goals. The plan should include specific actions and targets for reducing energy consumption, improving waste management, reducing water usage, promoting social responsibility, and supporting sustainable economic growth.
Allocate Resources Effectively: The company must allocate its resources effectively to achieve its sustainability goals and build its capabilities. This can involve identifying key priorities and aligning resources accordingly.
Develop Partnerships: The company can develop partnerships with organizations that share its sustainability goals. This can help the company in accessing new resources, technologies, and expertise to build its capabilities.
Monitor Performance: The company must monitor its performance and measure its progress towards achieving its sustainability goals. This can involve setting up KPIs and regularly assessing progress towards meeting them. This can help the company in identifying areas that need improvement and making necessary adjustments.
By following these steps, Mystic Side Opera Company can progress towards its sustainability goals and develop its capabilities simultaneously. As a start-up, the company must remain flexible and adaptable to changing market conditions and emerging sustainability trends. By focusing on sustainability and building its capabilities, the company can create a strong foundation for growth and long-term success.
How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization collecting feedback from the people you serve?
Electronic surveys (by email, tablet, etc.),
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To make fundamental changes to our programs and/or operations, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To identify where we are less inclusive or equitable across demographic groups, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals,
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With whom is the organization sharing feedback?
The people we serve, Our staff, Our board, Our funders, Our community partners,
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We take steps to get feedback from marginalized or under-represented people, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We look for patterns in feedback based on demographics (e.g., race, age, gender, etc.), We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive, We tell the people who gave us feedback how we acted on their feedback, We ask the people who gave us feedback how well they think we responded,
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
Financials
Financial data
Mystic Side Opera Company
Revenue & expensesFiscal Year: 2023
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
| Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Contributions, Grants, Gifts | $33,000 |
| Program Services | $0 |
| Membership Dues | $0 |
| Special Events | $718 |
| Other Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $33,718 |
| Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Program Services | $0 |
| Administration | $500 |
| Fundraising | $700 |
| Payments to Affiliates | $0 |
| Other Expenses | $0 |
| Total Expenses | $1,300 |
Mystic Side Opera Company
Balance sheetFiscal Year: 2023
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
| Assets | |
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| Total Assets | $0 |
| Liabilities | |
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| Total Liabilities | $0 |
| Fund balance (EOY) | |
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| Net Assets | $0 |
Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
Documents
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Gene Sticco
Gene Sticco, Mystic Side Opera's General Director and CEO, brings a wealth of experience from his distinguished career in the US Air Force and international business. He received several commendations during his military service and is a 100% service disabled veteran. In the private sector, he specialized in geopolitical and transnational policies related to energy security, founding and operating a global contracting agency. He is a trusted advisor to business leaders and government officials worldwide. With a Bachelor's Degree in Security Management and a Masters in National Security Affairs, Gene's skills in strategic planning, management, and leadership are invaluable to drive change in the Opera industry and the innovative vision of Mystic Side Opera Company.
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Mystic Side Opera Company
Board of directorsas of 03/03/2023
Board of directors data
Gene Sticco
Mystic Side Opera Company
Term: 2022 - 2032
Mary E Ascolillo
Suffolk Construction
Paolo De Napoli
Studio Lirico Milan
Kariann Murphy
Malden Public Schools
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
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CEO oversight
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Ethics and transparency
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Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Not applicable -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Not applicable
Organizational demographics
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Leadership
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Equity strategies
Last updated: 03/03/2023GuideStar partnered with Equity in the Center - an organization that works to shift mindsets, practices, and systems to increase racial equity - to create this section. Learn more
- We ask team members to identify racial disparities in their programs and / or portfolios.
- We analyze disaggregated data and root causes of race disparities that impact the organization's programs, portfolios, and the populations served.
- We disaggregate data to adjust programming goals to keep pace with changing needs of the communities we support.
- We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
- We disaggregate data by demographics, including race, in every policy and program measured.
- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We have a promotion process that anticipates and mitigates implicit and explicit biases about people of color serving in leadership positions.
- We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
- We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.
- We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
- We measure and then disaggregate job satisfaction and retention data by race, function, level, and/or team.
- We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
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