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Live Arts Toledo announced today the appointment of Michael Downing as Interim Vice President of Development, effective immediately. A Toledo native with nearly four decades of nonprofit fundraising experience, Downing brings deep expertise in fundraising, marketing, and strategic leadership to the organization. He succeeds Brett Loney, who served as Vice President of Development for seven seasons.

“Michael Downing is one of the most respected fundraising professionals in our community,” said Zak Vassar, President & CEO of Live Arts Toledo. “Michael is also one of Brett Loney’s foremost mentors, which provides continuity as we begin a search for a permanent Vice President of Development. Live Arts Toledo is in excellent hands.”

Live Arts Toledo, in partnership with Starlite Theater Group, announces An Evening with Dave Eggers, a special literary event taking place June 11, 2026 at the historic Toledo Museum of Art Peristyle. This one-night event marks the national tour launch of internationally acclaimed author Dave Eggers and celebrates the release of his highly anticipated new novel, Contrapposto (publishing June 9). Known for his expansive storytelling and cultural impact, Eggers will offer Toledo audiences a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of today’s most influential literary voices at the start of a major national tour.