Steven Stolen is a radio show host for WFYI, a voice artist, an educator, a nonprofit leader, and an activist from Indianapolis. In 2014, Stolen and his husband, Rob MacPherson, joined an ACLU lawsuit to challenge Indiana's law against same-sex marriage.[1][2]
Steven Stolen | |
|---|---|
| Alma mater | Simpson College University of Michigan |
| Occupation | Radio host |
| Organization | WFYI-FM |
| Spouse | Rob MacPherson |
Career
editStolen worked as a professor of music at Butler University in 1990s.[3] After earning promotion and tenure, Stolen moved to an administrative and fund raising position at the university. This work contributed to Stolen's reputation in the community as a nonprofit leader. Following his work at Butler, Stolen acquired positions as director of the Indianapolis Children's Choir and then of the Indiana Repertory Theatre, a position he held from 2006 to 2013. The following year he began a one-year term as a regional director of a charter school network, Rocketship Education. The network aimed to open eight schools in the Indiana.[4] In 2015 he became the vice president of corporate advancement for the Indy Chamber.[5]
Stolen was hired as the CEO of the Indianapolis Human Society on June 1, 2017. He was fired from role a year later.[6]
In addition to his work as a nonprofit leader, Stolen performs as a tenor and has hosted radio shows for WFYI, including Opera Matinee and Stolen Moments.[5] The radio show, Stolen Moments, was named for Stolen as a pun on the song "Stolen Moments" by Oliver Nelson.[7]
Stolen's performances as a singer include solo works and chamber music. In 2002 he founded the Meridian Song Project which performed in residence at Trinity Episcopal Church.[8]
Personal life
editStolen grew up in Mason City, Iowa. He attended Simpson College and the University of Michigan.[7]
In 2008 Stolen married his husband, Rob MacPherson, in California. They have a daughter.[2]
Stolen is a baseball fan.[5]
References
edit- ^ Heckert, Amanda (2015-06-09). "Something Old, Something New: Same-Sex Marriage in Indiana". Indianapolis Monthly. Retrieved 2024-06-26.
- ^ a b "Rob MacPherson and Steven Stolen". American Civil Liberties Union. Retrieved 2024-06-26.
- ^ Eaton, Jack (1995-04-13). "Butler University Jordan College of Fine Arts: A Chronological History of the Development of the College". Butler University Books: 37.
- ^ Shoger, Scott (2013-05-31). "Stolen done at IRT, 2 more seasons for Trevor". NUVO. Retrieved 2024-10-03.
- ^ a b c "Indy Chamber creates new position to harness Steven Stolen's diverse talents". Indianapolis Business Journal. 2015-09-10. Retrieved 2024-06-26.
- ^ Ryckaert, Vic. "Indianapolis Humane Society fires CEO Steven Stolen". The Indianapolis Star. Retrieved 2024-06-26.
- ^ a b Socey, Matthew (2015-03-03). "Stolen Moments and the Moments of Steven Stolen". Towne Post Network. Retrieved 2024-10-03.
- ^ Hook, Sara Anne (2003). "Report from Indianapolis: "Circle City" Waves a Green Flag for Early Music". www.proquest.com. Retrieved 2024-08-09.