Gulfshore Playhouse has announced the launch of the Judy Cheteyan Fellowship, a newly created summer program designed to support and develop the next generation of arts leaders focused on production and design, marketing and audience engagement, and advancement and fundraising. The two-month fellowship, running June 1–August 2, 2026 in Naples, Florida, includes furnished housing and a weekly stipend, offering an unprecedented opportunity for college or early-career professionals seeking hands-on experience in a dynamic nonprofit arts environment.
The Cheteyans have generously underwritten the creation of this fellowship, building on a long-standing commitment and continuing support for such programs in the Pittsburgh area. “Empowering students to explore their creativity and shape their own destinies has been our passion for nearly 25 years, from Fallingwater and Contemporary Craft to Gulfshore Playhouse,” says Judy Cheteyan. “Through selective internships and dedicated mentorship, we’ve seen firsthand how these opportunities provide a talented few with the confidence, insight, and skills to build meaningful careers in the arts and beyond.”
“I am so touched by the Cheteyans’ generosity and the fact that they sought us out to propose creating this program in their name,” says Kristen Coury. “Thanks to their support and initiative we will be thrilled to welcome three young professionals into our organization next summer.”…