The Renton Municipal Arts Commission (RMAC) will be presenting Bravo Awards, which recognize individual efforts to make arts and culture a vital part of the Renton community.

All members of the public are invited to attend the Bravo Award reception on Dec.10, 6:30 – 8 p.m., in the Renton City Hall Conferencing Center, 7th floor.

RMAC will present awards to three community members including Mike Simpson and Kevin Kaiser.  The third person will be announced the evening of Dec. 10.

Mike Simpson is the leader of the Renton City Concert Band, is a previous president of Allied Arts of Renton, plays jazz on his French horn at many community occasions and has taught at Renton, Lindbergh, and Kentwood High Schools. His talents and efforts are valuable assets for music lovers in the community.

Kevin Kaiser is the artistic/executive Director of the Evergreen City Ballet. His passion and commitment to dance has brought high level, quality performances to the City of Renton. The Evergreen City Ballet offers dance classes and performances in a wide range of styles and provides community outreach, education and employment for many young dancers.

For more information about the Renton Municipal Arts Commission and the Bravo Award process, visit ArtsCommission.rentonwa.gov.