Barclays Theatre rift with Cheng family cuts ties and funds
At UC Irvine the Barclay Theatre faces a breakup with the Cheng Family Foundation after a December email from former chair Cheng accusing the board of misusing by laws and operating statements. The dispute centers on leadership changes, donor pledges, and a potential $62,500 shortfall to Rankin’s severance.
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Barclay Theater restoration eyed after 25 year decline
Irvine and UCI funding supports a 10 year plan to rehab the Barclay theater ahead of 2016 start. Cheng family dispute prompts leadership changes while Mandel leads a temporary revival effort and seeks private donors to fund exterior work and safety upgrades.
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