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Broadway Star Honored for Arts Advocacy
29 Apr
Summary
- Mary-Mitchell Campbell receives 2026 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award.
- She founded Arts Ignite, formerly Artists Striving to End Poverty.
- Campbell advocates for women and underrepresented musicians.

Mary-Mitchell Campbell, a distinguished music director and philanthropist, is set to receive the 2026 Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award. This prestigious honor recognizes her significant advocacy efforts within the arts community.
Campbell has an impressive career, having music directed over a dozen Broadway shows and serving as music director for the ENCORES! series. Her advocacy work includes co-founding Musicians United for Social Equity and advising MAESTRA, an organization dedicated to promoting women and underrepresented musicians.
Further solidifying her commitment, Campbell founded Arts Ignite (formerly Artists Striving to End Poverty) in 2006, an organization empowering young artists. Her continuous dedication and transformative impact on the community make her a highly deserving recipient of this award.