The Stevi Meredith Scholarship!

Stevi Meredith was a beloved arts leader in Long Beach and the surrounding communities, where she inspired students as a theatre teacher, acting coach, and theatre historian.

She was also a cherished member of the Musical Theatre West family. Among her many contributions was a YouTube lecture series, “Black Broadway History,” which explored the representation and impact of Black culture in both classic and contemporary musicals.

“Stevi Meredith’s focus is simple: to bring quality theatre experiences to a group that is often marginalized from such—the African-American community. Her work is also dedicated to empowering, enlightening and educating less affluent and under-served populations within the arts and has been a dedicated figure in Long Beach theatre for years.”(Long Beach Post, November 2012)

To honor Stevi’s passion and legacy, MTW’s Cultural Equity and Inclusion Committee created a scholarship in her name. This audition-based scholarship is awarded annually to a promising high school student to support their training in musical theatre, continuing Stevi’s commitment to opening doors for the next generation.

“Theatre is a place of healing, a magical place. With a bit of imagination, we can cast a spell that will entertain and educate… A spell that will allow us to see not only what we were, but what we can become.” – Stevi Meredith