BMO Harris Bank Becomes Season Sponsor Of Children's Theater of Madison

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- BMO Harris Bank today announced that it has become the Presenting Sponsor of the 2012-2013 season of the Children's Theater of Madison.

"BMO Harris Bank has a long history of investing in the well being of the neighborhoods, cities and regions we serve and we believe a strong and vital cultural life is part of a truly healthy community," said Doug Nelson, Southwest Wisconsin Regional President, BMO Harris Bank. "We're delighted to be the Season Sponsor of the Children's Theater of Madison, which has a stellar reputation in offering premiere theatre, and education for all ages in the community."

The season sponsorship includes five main stage productions with between six to 11 public performances each at the Overture Center in Madison, and additional school matinee performances at greatly reduced prices made possible through the bank's sponsorship. In addition, BMO Harris Bank's support will also go to theatre workshops and training for young actors.

"With the support of BMO Harris Bank, the Children's Theater of Madison will continue to offer theatre of the highest quality, so that all may enjoy the arts," said Kathy Ricci Riddiough, Director of Corporate & Patron Relations. "Our year-round drama classes are popular with area youth and our scholarship program will enable us to continue to engage, educate and inspire young people and their communities."

About BMO Harris Bank in the Community
BMO Harris Bank is committed to enhancing and strengthening the quality of life of those who live and work in the communities we serve. While the bank's involvement takes many forms, we are dedicated to supporting our communities and demonstrating our commitment as a trusted corporate partner in our markets. Through corporate giving, local sponsorships, volunteer efforts, board memberships, community development investments and lending, community outreach and our active participation in the United Way, BMO Harris executes its commitment to our communities each and every day.

About BMO Harris Bank
Based in Chicago, BMO Harris Bank N.A. provides a broad range of personal banking products and solutions through over 600 branches and approximately 1,300 ATMs in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Minnesota, Nevada, Arizona and Florida. BMO Harris Bank's commercial banking team provides a combination of sector expertise, local knowledge and mid-market focus throughout the U.S. Deposit and loan products and services provided by BMO Harris Bank N.A. Member FDIC. BMO Harris Bank^SM is a trade name used by BMO Harris Bank N.A. BMO Harris Bank is part of BMO Financial Group, a North American financial organization with 1,600 branches, and a retail deposit base of approximately $180 billion.

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