The Michael Merritt Awards And Endowment Fund Honor The Memory Of A Brilliant Designer And Inspirational Teacher.
The Michael Merritt Award, A National Award Unique In Its Emphasis On Excellence In Both Design And Collaboration, Has Been Presented Annually Since 1994 To Outstanding Professional Theatrical Designers.
The Endowment Fund Recognizes And Encourages Promising Students of Theatrical Design Through An Annual Design Exposition and Academic Prizes.