Beautiful: The Carole King Musical Program

BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL • 2023-2024 SEASON

SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SHOW SPONSORS

TITLE SPONSOR: KATHERINE SCHOB GLENN

PRESENTING SPONSOR:

SARAH BEARDSLEY AND DR. CHRISTOPHER

Marybeth Clark, Artistic Director

BEAUTIFUL

The Carole King Musical

Book by Douglas McGrath

Words and Music by Gerry Goffin & Carole King

Barry Mann & Cynthia Weil

Music by Arrangement with Sony/ATV Music Publishing

Orchestrations, Vocal and Incidental Music Arrangements

Steve Sidwell

Originally produced on Broadway by Paul Blake Sony/ATV Music Publishing

Music Direction

SAM HENDERSON

Costume Design

HAYLEY O'BRIEN

Properties Design

ALINE TOLOTO

Mike Bonser

Direction

MARYBETH CLARK

Choreography

CARA DOLAN

Wig Design

ABBIE JONES

Sound Design

LUKE WALCHUK

Stage Management

RAVYN T. MEADOR

Guest Scenic Design

SETH HOWARD

Lighting Design

CALEB S. GARNER

Dance Captain

K'NIQUE EICHELBERGER

This production of BEAUTIFUL was licensed by Music Theatre International.

BEAUTIFUL is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.

CURTAIN RISES.

What a wonderful way to close Season 46. Is it the tight harmonies? Or the “shoo-be doo be” of background vocals? Or that moment of recognition as you hear a song followed closely by “I didn’t know Carole King wrote this one.” After over 2,000 Broadway performances, Beautiful has had two national tours and may be heading for a third one, which means we had one small window to make it work for us and I am so glad we did.

"Jukebox musicals" are not something we do very often at Charleston Stage, but I think Douglas McGrath gave just enough backstory to tie it all together. We start with 16-year-old Carole pushing her way into 1650 Broadway, convinced she can and will compose music and write lyrics, even though her mother insists, “Girls don’t write music. They teach it.”

At a time when marriage and motherhood were assumed to be women’s ultimate goal, Carole accomplished that and wrote 118 pop hits on the Billboard Hot 100.

I do admit I may be a bit prejudiced. Carole King’s Tapestry was one of the first albums I owned. When I was 12, I got my first stereo and my older brother worked at a record store (remember those?). In addition to Tapestry, he bought me Loggins & Messina Best of Friends and two Broadway cast albums: Pippin and Annie. Between acting out all the parts in the Broadway recordings, I sat very still and cried to “Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow” but always ended with “You’ve Got a Friend”. Maybe that was career prep.

As my first season as Artistic Director ends, I have a lot to be grateful for. You, our audiences, have been receptive and supportive, our staff only gets better as artists and administrators and our board of trustees have stepped up repeatedly. Change is challenging, but without change there is no growth and theatre is a living breathing art that only happens with consistent nurturing and space to grow.

Thank you for all your support!

Marybeth Clark

“In my career, I have never felt that my being a woman was an obstacle or an advantage. I guess I’ve been oblivious.” - Carole King

The Cast

CHARACTER ACTOR

Drifter/Ensemble ........................................................................................................... Elisha Black

Marilyn Wald/Ensemble/Understudy Carol ................................................ Gracie Brantley*

Drifter/Ensemble ................................................................................................... Baron L. Clay, Jr.

Barry Mann ..................................................................................................... Brendan Considine*

Genie/Ensemble .................................................................................................... Rylee Coppel **

Ensemble/Drifters Cover........................................................................... K'nique Eichelberger

Neil Sedaka/Righteous Brother/Lou Adler/Ensemble/ Understudy Barry and Gerry ................................................................................................................................... Cody Elsensohn*

Janelle Woods/Shirelle/Ensemble .............................................................. Brietta Goodman*

Lucille (Don's secretary)/Shirelle/ One Fine Day Backup Singer/Ensemble ............................................................................................................................................. Kayla Green

Carole King..................................................................................................................... Eliza Knode*

Cynthia Weil ................................................................................................................ Kyra McKillip*

Drifter/Ensemble ......................................................................................................... Clyde Moser

Be Bop A Lula Guy/Cover Don/Ensemble ................................................ William Rutkowski

Little Eva/Shirelle/One Fine Day Backup Singer/Ensemble ................. Ariana Snowden

Gerry Goffin .................................................................................................... Dominick Ventrella*

Don Kirshner ............................................................................................................. Colin Waters**

Drifter/Ensemble ..................................................................................................... Eddie Weaver*

Betty/Ensemble/Understudy Cynthia ............................................................ Chloë Wendler*

Nick/Righteous Brother/Bobby Vee/Ensemble ............................... Matthew Willingham

Shirelle/One Fine Day Backup Singer/Uptown Singer/Ensemble ...... Jhonika Wright*

* Member, Charleston Stage Resident Acting Company

** Member, Charleston Stage Acting Ensemble

Charleston Stage is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and a constituent member of the Theatre Communication Group (TCG), the national organization for the American Theatre. Charleston Stage is funded in part by grants from the South Carolina Arts Commission, a state agency which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts, the City of Charleston, the Charleston County and contributions from friends like you.

Conductor/Keyboard 1....................................................................................... Sam Henderson

Asst. Conductor/Keyboard 2 ............................................................................... Michael Lopez

Keyboard 3 ............................................................................................................... Ramiro Allende

Reed 1 ..........................................................................................................................Bobby Weidick

Reed 2 .................................................................................................................. Jonathan Kammer

Trumpet ................................................................................................................................ Kyle Lane

Trombone .........................................................................................................................Carrie Bates

Guitar ........................................................................................................................... Thomas Norris

Bass .............................................................................................................................. Elton Machado

Drums/Percussion ........................................................................................... Michael Haldeman

Additional Staff for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical

Production Manager ............................................................................................... Ashley Palmer

Technical Director .................................................................................................. Mark Delancey

Resident Scenic and Projector Designer ............................................................... Adam Jehle

Scenic Charge Artist ............................................................................................. Brandon Barker

Resident Lighting Designer ................................................................................ Caleb S. Garner

Properties Master ......................................................................................................... Aline Toloto

Shop Manager and Master Carpenter ........................................................................ Josh Teal

Shop Technician and Scenic Painter ..................................................................... Claire Brenia

Props Artisan and Carpenter .................................................................................... Hailee Selby

Costume Shop Director and Costume Designer ........................................ Courtni Riddick

Associate Costume Designer and Construction Coordinator ................. Hayley O'Brien

Wardrobe and Stitcher ............................................................................................... Abbie Jones

Draper ........................................................................................................ Kestrel Jurkiewicz-Miles

Resident Sound Designer and Audio Engineer .............................................. Luke Walchuk

Sound Engineer and Technical Assistant ......................................................... Walker Dillard

Resident Stage Manager ................................................................................... Ravyn T. Meador

TheatreWings Co-Coordinators.............................. Caleb S. Garner and Ravyn T. Meador

TheatreWings Assistant Stage Manager ...................................................... Harvey Woolum

TheatreWings Deck Crew ............................................................................... Reece May Sange

TheatreWings Dressers ................................................... Sylvia Frances and Evelyn Sanchez

TheatreWings Sound ........................................................................................................ Lily Hollis

IASTE Flyman.................................................................................................................. Greg Eddins

IASTE Stewart and Lighting Board Op ...............................................................Charles Smith

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Musical Numbers

ACT ONE

1. So Far Away

2. 1650 Broadway Medley

3. It Might As Well Rain Until September

4. Some Kind of Wonderful

5. Happy Days Are Here Again

6. Take Good Care of My Baby

7. Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?

8. He's Sure the Boy I Love

9. Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow? (Shirelles)

10. Up on the Roof

11. On Broadway

12. The Locomotion

13. You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling

14. One Fine Day

15. One Fine Day (Reprise)

There is a 15-minute intermission.

ACT TWO

1. Chains

2. Walking in the Rain

3. Pleasant Valley Sunday

4. We Gotta Get Out of This Place

5. Will You Still Love Me (Reprise)

6. Uptown

7. It's Too Late

8. You've Got a Friend

9. Tapestry

10. (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman

11. Beautiful

Authors

GERRY GOFFIN ( Words and Music): Born in Brooklyn in 1939, Gerry Goffin met Carole King at Queens College, and their musical collaboration began almost immediately. They married in 1959, and that same year wrote their first hit song "Will You Love Me Tomorrow?" (The Shirelles). The duo penned more than 50 Top-40 hits including "The Locomotion," "Natural Woman" and "Up on the Roof." In 1987, Goffin and King were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. Goffin with King has left an indelible mark on American music.

CAROLE KING ( Words and Music): Pop music would be very different without the contributions of Carole King, who at age 17 wrote her first #1 hit with Gerry Goffin, "Will You Love Me Tomorrow," for the Shirelles. The dozens of chart hits Goffin and King wrote during this period became legendary, but it was 1971's Tapestry that took King to the pinnacle, speaking personally to her contemporaries and providing a spiritual musical backdrop to the decade. More than 400 of her compositions have been recorded by over 1,000 artists, resulting in 100 hit singles and six Grammys.

BARRY MANN ( Words and Music): Barry Mann has written the melodies of some of the most influential pop songs in musical history. In addition to "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling," the mostplayed song of the 20th century, and the songs heard in Beautiful, he composed later standards like "Somewhere Out There" (winner of two Grammys), "Here You Come Again," "Sometimes When We Touch," "Just Once" and "Don't Know Much." Together he and Cynthia Weil have amassed an incredible 112 pop, country, and R&B awards from Broadcast Music Inc. for significant radio air play. He has been inducted into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

DOUGLAS MCGRATH (Book): Douglas McGrath was a filmmaker and playwright. He directed the HBO documentary "Becoming Mike Nichols." He collaborated with Woody Allen on the screenplay for Bullets Over Broadway, for which they were nominated for an Academy Award. He wrote and directed the Oscar-winning Emma from the Jane Austen novel; Company Man; Charles Dickens's Nicholas Nickleby, which won the Best Ensemble Cast from the National Board of Review; Infamous; and the HBO documentary, "His Way," nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Nonfiction Special. His play Checkers opened the 30th anniversary season of New York's acclaimed Vineyard Theatre. His book for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical was nominated for Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards. He began his career as a writer for "Saturday Night Live" in what was incontestably the worst year in the show's history. He has written essays on the arts and politics for the New Republic, The New Yorker, The Nation, The New York Times and Vanity Fair. Douglas McGrath passed away on November 4, 2022.

SONY MUSIC PUBLISHING (Music by Arrangement): Sony Music Publishing, established in 1995 as a joint venture between Sony and Michael Jackson, is the world's leading music publisher. Sony owns or administers more than two million copyrights, including those from such iconic music catalogs as EMI Music Publishing, Leiber & Stoller, Mijac Music, Motown and Famous Music. Sony controls many of the best-known songs ever written, including "New York, New York," "All You Need Is Love," "You've Got a Friend," "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," "Over the Rainbow" and "Stand By Me." In addition, Sony represents the copyrights of such legendary artists as The Beatles, Leonard Cohen, Neil Diamond, Bob Dylan, Michael Jackson, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Queen, The Rolling Stones, Sting, The Supremes, Hank Williams and Stevie Wonder, among others. Its ever-growing list of chart-topping artists and songwriters includes Alicia Keys, Lady Gaga, P!nk, Shakira, and Taylor Swift.

CYNTHIA WEIL ( Words and Music): Cynthia Weil was the acclaimed lyricist of classic songs such as "You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling," the most-played song of the 20th century. In addition to the songs heard in Beautiful, she set the words to later standards including "Somewhere Out There," "Here You Come Again," "He's So Shy," "Just Once" and "Don't Know Much," to name just a few. Weil was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, honored with multiple Grammy nominations and two Grammy awards for "Somewhere Out There" as the Motion Picture Song of the Year. Weil passed away on June 1, 2023.

Music Credits

"Be Bop a Lula" by Tex Davis and Gene Vincent. Sony/ATV Songs LLC (BMI) and Three Wise Boys Music LLC (BMI).

"Beautiful" by Carole King. Colgems-EMI Music Inc. (ASCAP).

"Chains" by Gerry Goffin and Carole King, Screen Gems-EMI Music (BMI).

"Happy Days Are Here Again" by Milton Ager and Jack Yellen. EMI Robbins Catalog Inc. (ASCAP).

Special lyrics by Douglas McGrath and Cynthia Well.

"He's Sure the Boy I Love" by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"I Go Ape" by Neil Sedaka and Howard Greenfield. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI) and Universal/ BMG (BMI).

"It Might As Well Rain Until September" by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI)

"It's Too Late" by Carole King and Toni Stern. Colgems-EMI Music Inc. (ASCAP).

"Little Darlin" by Maurice Williams. Cherio Corporation (BMI) 100%.

"The Locomotion" by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc.

"Love Potion #9" by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Sony/ATV Tunes LLC (ASCAP).

"On Broadway" by Barry Mann, Cynthia Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"One Fine Day" by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"Pleasant Valley Sunday" by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"Poison Ivy" by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stroller. Sony/ATV Tunes LLC (ASCAP).

"So Far Away" by Carole King. Colgems-EMI Music Inc. (ASCAP).

"Some Kind of Wonderful" by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"Splish Splash" by Bobby Darwin and Jean Murray. EMI Unart Catalog Inc. (BMI), Trio Music Co. Inc. (BMI) and Alley Music Corp. (BMI).

"Stupid Cupid" by Neil Sedaka and Howard Greenfield. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI) and EMI Longitude Music (BMI).

"Take Good Care of My Baby" by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"There Goes My Baby" by Jerry Leiber, Mike Stroller, Ben King George Treadwell and Lover Patterson. Sony/ATV Songs LLC (BMI).

"Up on the Roof" by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"Walking in The Rain" by Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil, and Phil Spector. Screen Gems-EMI Music (BMI). EMI Blackwood Music Inc. obo Mother Bertha Music (BMI).

"We Gotta Get Out of This Place" by Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"Who Put the Bomp" by Barry Mann and Gerry Goffin. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"Will You Love Me Tomorrow" by Gerry Goffin and Carole King. Screen Gems EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"Yakkety Yak" by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stroller. Sony/ATV Tunes LLC (ASCAP).

"(You Make Me Feel Like a) Natural Woman" by Gerry Goffin, Carole King, and Gerald Wexler. Screen Gems-EMI Music Inc. (BMI).

"You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling" by Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil, and Phil Spector. Screen Gem-EMI Music Inc, (BMI), EMI Blackwood Music Inc. obo Mother Bertha Music (BMI).

Charleston Stage Leadership

MARYBETH CLARK (Artistic Director and Director of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical)

Marybeth is in her twenty-fifth season with Charleston Stage. She was born in Pittsburgh, PA, and grew up in Tolland, CT. Marybeth has a degree in theatre/ performance from the University of South Florida and was cast in her first show at an Equity theatre at 18 years of age in Tampa. She worked as an actor in professional theatres throughout the Southeast for ten years before settling in Charleston in 1994 with her husband, actor Victor Clark. She was a member of the theatre faculty at Charleston County’s School of the Arts for middle and high school students. Though she moved to Charleston planning on ‘retiring’ from theatre and starting a family, she taught and directed for Charleston Stage part-time beginning in 1997, before joining the company full-time the following year.

She and Vic are the proud parents of 2 daughters, Lila and Prentice. Lila recently graduated from Drew University and is preparing for the Doctorate program at MUSC and Prentice teaches special needs students at the Washington Center in Greenville, SC. Marybeth and Vic do not have an empty nest but share their home with Marybeth's mother and many adopted dogs and cats.

In her time at Charleston Stage she has directed over 70 shows, favorites include: Kinky Boots, Of Mice and Men, Mamma Mia! and Elf The Musical. She began the Resident Professional Acting program her second year with the company and continues to hire, train, and supervise our young professional actors.

As an actor for Charleston Stage, Marybeth has appeared in Shakespeare in Love, Helium, You Can’t Take It With You, The Marriage of Bette and Boo, Steel Magnolias, A Christmas Carol and most recently as Madame Arcati in Blithe Spirit.

Special Thanks

Special thanks to our Scene Shop and Costume Shop volunteers, especially our Resident Professional Acting Company and the TheatreWings High School Apprentices.

Founder and Director Emeritus

JULIAN WILES (Founder and Director Emeritus)

Playwright, director, designer and educator, Julian Wiles, founded Charleston Stage in 1978 and led the company for 45 seasons until his retirement in 2023. Under Wiles's leadership, Charleston Stage became one of the region’s largest and most respected performing arts institutions. As Founder and Producing Artistic Director, Wiles designed, directed and produced over 300 productions. He has written 34 original plays and musicals, eight of which are published and produced around the country. Many of his original works such as The Seat of Justice, Gershwin at Folly, and JFK & Inga Binga celebrate the Lowcountry’s rich cultural heritage and history.

Wiles received the National Youth Theatre Director's Award in 1988, Charleston’s NAACP Special Recognition Award in 2004, The South Carolina Governor’s Award for the Arts in 2010, and was inducted into the SC Theatre Association’s Hall of Fame in 2018. In 2021, he was awarded the University of North Carolina’s Distinguished Alumnus Award.

In April, Wiles will be inducted as a member of the College of Fellows of the American Theatre. The investiture of new members is under the auspices of the Education Department of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D. C. Membership in the College of Fellows of the American Theatre is one of the highest honors bestowed on educators and professionals of America’s educational and theatre community.

For more information on his original works visit julianwiles.com.

ELISHA BLACK (Drifter/Ensemble)

Elisha is ecstatic to be returning to Charleston Stage for Beautiful! He was last seen in Once on this Island as Agwe during Dock Street’s 45th Season! He would like to thank all of his friends and family for supporting his dreams throughout the years! When he’s not performing he’s shipping candles for a local company, Candlefish/Rewined, and he suggests visiting the storefront off King Street for yourself! He can’t wait for you to see this amazing show!

GRACIE BRANTLEY (Marilyn Wald/Ensemble/Understudy Carol)

Gracie is thrilled to be a member of Charleston Stage’s Resident Acting Company for their 46th season! Originally from Tennille, GA, Gracie studied acting at Columbus State University where she graduated with a BFA in Theatre Performance. She has most recently been seen on the Dock Street stage in The Trip to Bountiful (Thelma), Clue (Ensemble), The Prom (Alyssa Greene) and The Lightning Thief (Silena/Charon). Keep up with Gracie through Instagram @gracierbrantley.

BARON L. CLAY, JR. (Drifter/Ensemble)

Baron is so excited to be apart of the Charleston Stage family and perform at the historic Dock Street Theater for the second time. You saw him last as “the God of Death” in Once On This Island. He would like to thank his husband Chad, kiddos Ry and ZoZo, and his fur babies Harley and Scout for their patience and love.

BRENDAN CONSIDINE (Barry

Mann)

Brendan is absolutely stoked to join Charleston Stage! Brendan is originally from Spring Lake Heights, New Jersey. He recently made his Charleston Stage debut as Grover in The Lightning Thief: A Percy Jackson Musical. Previous credits include Merrily We Roll Along (Charley Kringas), Crazy for You (Sam), Bright Star (u/s Jimmy and Billy), Legally Blonde. He recently graduated with a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from Coastal Carolina last May. Brendan was also a member of the Inclusive Theatre Club at CCU. He feels extremely lucky to have the support of his family and friends and could never have made it here without them. (Chants Up!) Instagram:

@brendan_considine

RYLEE COPPEL (Genie/Ensemble)

Rylee is the Director of Education and Engagement at Charleston Stage. Rylee has performed regionally and internationally with such companies as; Sesame Street Live, Woodloch Pines Resort, Joey Casella Productions, Roxy Regional Theatre, and RWS and Associates. Charleston Stage credits include: Kinky Boots (Pat), Beauty and the Beast (Mrs. Potts), The Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-Time (Judy), Mamma Mia! (Donna), White Christmas (Tessie/ Mrs. Snoringman), Sister Act (Sister Mary Patrick), and Avenue Q (Ensemble). Big thanks to the Charleston Stage family and her husband Ben and daughter Vivian for their support!

K'NIQUE EICHELBERGER (Ensemble/Drifters Cover/Dance Captain)

K’nique is originally from Columbia, South Carolina but moved to Brevard, North Carolina where he earned a B.A. in Music and Theatre. He is so excited to be performing with Charleston Stage again. He recently choreographed The Christmas Carol. His recent acting credits include: Once On This Island (Daniel), The Play That Goes Wrong (Perkins), Kinky Boots (Lola), The Last Five Years (Jamie), Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey II), Into The Woods (Jack), Streetcar Named Desire (Stanley) and more. He is very thankful for his friends and family who have supported him throughout the years. K’nique is so excited to change lives through creating art at Charleston Stage! Stay tuned on Instagram @nique_tg3

CODY ELSENSOHN (Neil Sedaka/Righteous Brother/Lou Adler/Ensemble/ Understudy Barry and Gerry)

Cody (he/him) is honored to conclude his time on the main stage with Charleston Stage in Beautiful and feels blessed to have been included in the Resident Acting Company for two seasons. Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Cody earned his B.F.A. in Acting from the University of Southern Mississippi (2022). Charleston Stage credits include Percy Jackson (The Lightning Thief), Logan (Chicken and Biscuits), Kevin (The Prom), Mr. Boddy (Clue), Fred (A Christmas Carol), Pablo (Native Gardens), Ancestor/Gomez u/s (The Addams Family), Max (The Play That Goes Wrong). Cody expresses gratitude to his family and friends for their never-ending support, his students for their energy and passion, and to Charleston Stage for their wisdom and mentorship; it will be fondly remembered. Keep up with Cody on Instagram @cody.elsensohn

BRIETTA GOODMAN (Janelle Woods/Shirelle/Ensemble)

Brietta (she/they) is feeling bittersweet about her last mainstage show with CS and is beyond grateful to be a part of this production! She was last seen as Beverly Jenkins in Chicken & Biscuits, Ghost of Christmas Present/ Mrs. Tabor in A Christmas Carol, Miss Scarlet in Clue: On Stage, Clarisse/Mrs. Dodds in The Lightning Thief, Mrs. Hawkins in Treasure Island, Asaka in Once on This Island, Charlotte in Charlotte's Web, and the Flapper Ancestor in The Addams Family! Originally from Horn Lake, Mississippi, she received a A.A. in Theatre from Northwest Mississippi Community College and is a recent graduate from the University of Southern Mississippi with a B.A. in Theatre with credits including Cathy Haitt in The Last Five Years, Bunny in Detroit '67, and Lucy Grant in Bright Star. She is so grateful for this opportunity and the support she has received from her friends and family going on this new journey! Stay Connected: @b.goodman on Instagram!

KAYLA GREEN (Lucille (Don's secretary)/Shirelle/One Fine Day Backup Singer/Ensemble)

Kayla is thrilled to back for another season at Charleston Stage. She recently worked with Charleston Stage on Native Gardens as Tania Del Valle. When Kayla is not performing on the stage, she will always be sitting in a cafe with a book in her hand, enjoying her daily cold brew. She wants to thank her family, especially, her big sister, CeeJ and her friends for being apart her personal fan club and always keep her humble. IG: @kayla.elise_

ELIZA KNODE (Carole King)

Eliza is excited to return to Charleston Stage as a Resident Actor for their 46th Season! Some of her previous CS credits include: The Addams Family (Morticia), JFK & Inga Binga (Inga Arvad), and The Lightning Thief (Sally Jackson). Eliza is the daughter of a diplomat and had a unique upbringing. She grew up in Malaysia, Japan, Hungary, Long Island, and Brazil. She went on to earn her B.F.A. in Musical Theatre from the University of Miami. Eliza would like to extend love and gratitude to her family, friends, and teachers around the globe who support her. Website: www.elizaknode.com / Instagram: @eliza.knode

KYRA MCKILLIP (Cynthia Well)

Kyra (she/her/hers) is absolutely elated to be surrounded by her Charleston Stage family as she finishes off her season as a Resident Actor! She recently graduated from West Virginia University with a B.F.A. in Musical Theatre with a minor in Entertainment Media. Some of her favorite past roles are Junie B. Jones in Junie B. Jones: Toothless Wonder, Alice in Bright Star, Ms. Gardner in Carrie The Musical, and Eva Peron in EVITA. She is incredibly grateful to her family and friends for their endless support. Thank you to everyone who made this year so memorable and for allowing Charleston to become a second home. Stay Connected: kyramckillipofficial.com / Instagram: @K.yraleigh

CLYDE MOSER (Drifter/Ensemble)

Clyde (he/him) is a Charleston-based educator, director, and performer. He has performed in many shows around Charleston and New York. He is the Communications and Advocacy Board Member for the South Carolina Chapter of the International Thespian Society and the current Theatre Director at Wando High School. His credits include; The Prom, Wild Party, The Full Monty, Once on this Island, Addams Family, RENT, A Chorus Line, and the New York Summer Play Festival.

WILLIAM RUTKOWSKI (Be Bop A Lula Guy/Cover Don/Ensemble)

Will is very excited to be working with Charleston Stage in Beautiful He recently worked with Queen Street Playhouse in The Wild Party, and The Rocky Horror Experience. Will received a BA in Theatre for Youth, and Performance from the College of Charleston in 2017. After college he traveled through the Midwest working for a traveling children's theatre, but is ecstatic to be back performing in Charleston! Will wants to thank all his friends and family for their love and support.

ARIANA SNOWDEN (Little Eva/Shirelle/One Fine Day Backup Singer/ Ensemble)

Ariana is so excited to be on stage with Charleston Stage again! Originally from Chesapeake, Virginia, Ariana moved to Charleston and is currently a 1st Grade teacher and serves at Seacoast Church on the worship team. Ariana trained with the Gainesville Theater Alliance and is a graduate of Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia with her Bachelors in Fine Arts in Musical Theater. You may have previously seen Ariana here in “Once on this Island” as Andrea and over at Queen Street Playhouse in productions such as “POTUS” as Margaret, “A Very Merry Footlight Holiday Special” as Noelle, and “Full Monty” as Vicki Nichols. Ariana is grateful to be performing with this incredible cast and crew. To God be all the glory.

DOMINICK VENTRELLA (Gerry Goffin)

Dominick is originally from Ridgefield, Connecticut, and he is delighted to be joining Charleston Stage as a Resident actor for it’s 46th season! A recent graduate of Western Connecticut State University, Dominick received his B.F.A. in Musical Theatre, as well as the 2020 WCSU Theatre Arts Acting Award. His previous credits include; The Lightning Thief: Luke/Ares/Gabe (Charleston Stage), Clue: On Stage: Mr. Green (Charleston Stage), Peter and the Starcatcher: Smee (Ives Concert Park), Company: David (Regional Theatre of the Palouse), Gordon Gets Down: Mayor Horne (Forestburgh Playhouse), Crazy For You: Lank (WCSU). Instagram: @dmventrella

COLIN WATERS (Don Kirshner)

Originally from Northern Kentucky, Colin got his B.F.A. in Acting and a double minor in Musical Theatre and Arts Administration from Western Kentucky University. Colin most recently directed Clue: On Stage. Some of Colin’s favorite Charleston Stage credits include: The Addams Family (Uncle Fester), The Play That Goes Wrong (Robert/Thomas Colleymore), Of Mice and Men (Lennie), Footloose (Willard), Bright Star (Mayor Josiah Dobbs), Beauty and the Beast (LeFou), The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Voice 4), Shear Madness (Mikey) and Elf (Santa Claus). Other credits include: Guys and Dolls( Nicely Nicely Johnson), Into the Woods (Jack), and Little Shop Of Horrors (Seymour). You can find Colin on Instagram: @thepapacolin.

EDDIE WEAVER (Drifter/Ensemble)

Eddie is ecstatic to be joining the Charleston Stage family for their 46th season! Originally from Atlanta, GA, he graduated from Columbus State University with his B.A. in Theatre Performance. Some of his favorite credits include: The Wiz (Lion), Once On This Island (Agwe), and 'Detroit 67 (Sly). Eddie would like to send his appreciation and gratitude to his loving family, friends, and teachers who have poured so much into him over the years. If you'd like to keep up with Eddie's journey, follow him on Instagram: @Eddiejihad

CHLOË

WENDLER (Betty/Ensemble/Understudy Cynthia)

Chloë is currently one of Charleston Stage’s Resident Actors! Recently, you’ve seen her in A Christmas Carol (Belle), The Prom (Student Ensemble/ US Alyssa Greene) & The Lightning Thief (Annabeth). Chloë recently received her BFA in Musical Theatre from Coastal Carolina University (Chants Up!) and is excited to be performing professionally so close to home. Keep up with all things Chloë on her social media... Instagram: @chloewendler | TikTok: @chloewiththefancye | Website: www.chloewendler.com

MATTHEW WILLINGHAM (Nick/Righteous Brother/Bobby Vee/Ensemble)

Matthew is delighted to be back on the Dock Street stage! He was last seen folding towels and wrapping soap in The Prom. Previous Charleston Stage credits include Peter and the Starcatcher (Mrs. Bumbrake) and The Little Mermaid (Flotsam) among others. When not performing with Charleston Stage he can be found either onstage, behind the scenes, or working concessions around the corner at the Queen Street Playhouse! Past QSP credits include Proof (Assist. Director/SM), A Gentleman's Guide... (D'Ysquith Family), Spamalot (Historian, Herbert, others), The Wild Party (Oscar), Ruthless! (Sylvia St. Croix), and A Very Merry Footlight Holiday Special (cowriter/Liza Minnelli). He would like to thank his friends and family for their never ending love and support!

JHONIKA WRIGHT (Shirelle/One Fine Day Backup Singer/Uptown Singer/ Ensemble)

Jhonika is honored to have been a part of the Resident Acting Company here at Charleston Stage for the past two seasons. Originally from Maryland, Jhonika spent most of her life in Arkansas where she graduated from Ouachita Baptist University and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre. Her favorite roles include Emma Nolan (The Prom), Ti Moune and Erzulie (Once on This Island), Wendla (Spring Awakening), Cairo (We Are the Tigers), Grizabella (Cats), and Yertle the Turtle (Seussical the Musical). She has loved her time in Charleston with the company, and will miss it very dearly. Sending all the love to her incredible family and friends for their endless support, “This one is for you!” To keep up with all things Jhonika, you can visit her Instagram: @jhonikaaaa

Charleston Stage Artistic Staff Biographies

CARA DOLAN (Choreographer)

Cara received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Theatre from Florida State University and has danced and performed at a number of leading theatres, including The Flat Rock Playhouse, Central Piedmont Summer Theater, The Papermill Theater in NH, as well as Charleston Stage. She has taught dance and theatre for more than 9 years and has choreographed numerous professional productions including Charleston Stage’s Chicago, The Wiz, Legally Blonde: The Musical, Anything Goes, 9 to 5: The Musical, Annie, Next To Normal, Gershwin at Folly, Pinkalicious the Musical, Young Frankenstein, Catch Me If You Can: The Musical, The Producers, Mary Poppins, Hairspray, White Christmas, A Christmas Carol, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Mamma Mia!, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Footloose, Elf The Musical, and The Addams Family - A New Musical. Cara would like to thank her boys Chris, Gavin, and Brody for all of their love and support.

CALEB S. GARNER (Lighting Designer)

Caleb is a lighting and sound designer based in Charleston, SC. A North Carolina native, Caleb received his B.A. and B.F.A. from Catawba College in Salisbury NC, and his M.F.A. from the University of Southern Mississippi. Garner’s designs, ranging from concerts to ballets to musicals to plays have earned him eight regional and national design awards. Caleb has been a featured designer from New York to Mississippi, designing in the Northeast, Midwest, East Coast and Deep South. Caleb enjoys turning large pieces of wood into smaller pieces of wood (sometimes mistakenly called furniture), screaming with students (often recognized as teaching), and playing with things that spark and smoke. Caleb currently serves as the Resident Lighting Designer at the Charleston Stage Company and serves as an adjunct lecturer at the College of Charleston.

SAM HENDERSON (Music Director)

Sam is Charleston Stage’s Resident Music Director and Director of Music Education. He holds a Bachelor of Music Education Degree in Instrumental Music/Trumpet Performance from Baylor University in Waco, TX, as well as a Masters Degree in Musical Theatre/Opera Music Direction from Arizona State University. Sam has over 20 years experience teaching music professionally, and has been working as a theatre music director and conductor since 2005. Professionally, Sam has worked for The Phoenix Theatre Company, Childsplay, The Broadway Palm West Dinner Theatre, Arizona Broadway Theatre, Lyric Opera Theatre and Copperstar Repertory Company prior to coming to Charleston Stage.

SETH HOWARD (Guest Scenic Designer)

Seth is a freelance scenic designer based out of St. Louis, MO. He has designed many regional productions and themed experiences across the country. Some of his design credits include School of Rock and Ragtime (Columbus Children’s Theatre); The Mountaintop and Deathtrap (Constellation Stage & Screen); Jersey Boys and Come From Away (Theatre Aspen); Once on This Island (Charleston Stage); Cinderella and The Wiz Jr. (The Children’s Theatre of Cincinnati); Topdog/Underdog (Palm Beach Dramaworks); The Addams Family and Beautiful:The Carole King Musical (Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre). Check out @sethhowarddesigns on social media. www.sethhowarddesigns.com

Charleston Stage Artistic Staff Biographies

ABBIE JONES (Wig Designer)

Abbie (St. Louis, MO) is honored to have added additional designs to Charleston Stage's A Christmas Carol as well as being the company's Wardrobe Supervisor for the 45th and 46th seasons. Her previous design credits include Charleston Stage's Charlotte's Web and Treasure Island; Maple Repertory Theatre's Commedia Pinocchio; Missouri State University's The Secret Garden, The Comedy of Errors, and The Rhimer's of Eldritch; and many more.

RAVYN T. MEADOR (Stage Manager)

Ravyn is a graduate of the University of Memphis with a B.F.A. in Design and Technical Production, and a concentration in stage management. She is currently the Resident Stage Manager and High School Theatre Wings Program Co-Coordinator at Charleston Stage. During her time here, she has stage managed A Christmas Carol, The Play that Goes Wrong, Kinky Boots the Musical, Bright Star!, Elf the Musical, JFK and Inga Binga, and Once On This Island to name a few. When not stage managing (and often while stage managing) Ravyn co-coordinates our TheatreWings technical theatre high school apprenticeship program with responsibilities including teaching stage management, assigning and training students in crew positions where they work alongside IATSE stage hands, and coordinating events for and with the program.

HAYLEY O'BRIEN (Costume Designer)

Originally from South Florida, Hayley graduated from Florida State University with a Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design and a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre. Her recent credits at Charleston Stage include The Trip to Bountiful, Clue and The Addams Family- A New Musical. Other credits include Kinky Boots, JFK and Inga Binga, Native Gardens and Blithe Spirit. She looks forward to future productions ahead at Charleston Stage and is thankful to be involved in the TheatreWings program. Hayley would like to thank her family and friends for all their love and support!

ALINE TOLOTO (Properties Designer)

Originally from Brazil, Aline holds a Master of Fine Arts degree in Theatre and Technology with emphasis on Scenic Design from the University of Southern Mississippi. With experience as a Prop Master, Scenic Designer, and Set Decorator, Aline's career highlights include her role as Properties Supervisor for Charleston Stage's 45th Season, overseeing ten captivating shows including A Christmas Carol, Once on This Island, and Clue.

LUKE WALCHUK (Sound Designer)

Luke has worked in the live sound industry in one form or another since 2004. He gained experience in cruise ship entertainment, amusement parks, live music, and corporate audio before deciding that theatre was the most creatively fulfilling work he could be doing. He went on to earn a Master of Fine Arts in Sound Design and is especially happy to be here at Charleston Stage.

Charleston Stage’s 2023-24 Resident Acting Company

Charleston Stage has one of the oldest and largest arts education programs for young people in the region. Led by Rylee Coppel, Director of Education and Engagement, and by Colin Waters, Education Program Manager, Charleston Stage's TheatreSchool classes are taught by ten full-time professional actors who make up the Resident Acting Company. These actor/educators join Charleston Stage for a 12-month artist-in-residence and teacher training program. They perform in leading roles throughout the season while also teaching youth theatre classes and ArtReach Workshops in local schools. To view the Resident Acting Company bios, visit CharlestonStage.com or scan the QR code below.

Gracie Brantley Brendan Considine

Cody Elsensohn Brietta Goodman

Eliza Knode

Kyra McKillip Dominick Ventrella Eddie Weaver

Chloë Wendler

Jhonika Wright

Charleston Stage’s 2023-24 Acting Ensemble

Meet Charleston Stage’s 2023-24 Acting Ensemble. These talented actors from the Charleston community are members of our core company ensemble. They’ll be performing in leading roles throughout our 46th Season at the Historic Dock Street Theatre. To view all Acting Ensemble bios, visit CharlestonStage.com or scan the QR code on Page 27.

Samille Basler Don Brandenburg Marybeth Clark

Victor Clark Jah'Mar Coakley

Rylee Coppel

Liz Butler Duren Chad Estel

David Loar Michael Locklair

Luciana Melonea Marek Anthony T. Henry Clay Dayna Nevers Marcial-Vincion Matrejek Middleton

Derek T. Pickens Ryan Pixler Letty Richey Maggie Saunders

Kathy Summer (Formerly Clay)

2023-24 Charleston Stage Board of Trustees

Officers

Janet Fiorenza Community Volunteer President

Courtney Champion Blackbaud Vice President

Chelsea Rennhoff Bungalow Second Vice President

Jim Wick Community Volunteer Treasurer

Valerie Morris Retired, The College of Charleston Secretary

Trustees

Madison Altman Synovus

Sarah Beardsley Accenture

Crystal Campbell CYC Educational Consulting

Dr. Edward I. Galaid Roper St. Francis Healthcare

Katherine Schob Glenn Community Volunteer

Enrique Grace Charleston Hispanic Association

Sydney Hamer Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough

Danielle Hartley Charleston Beach Living, LLC

Audrey Lane E3-Educate, Empower, and Elevate

Meredith McLaughlin Community Volunteer

Sonia Marshall-Brown It Takes a Village to Educate a Child

Henry Clay Middleton South Carolina Department of Transportation

Mosmi Naik-Patel Life Story Events & Interiors

Chris Nowell Jarrard, Nowell & Russell

Letty Richey (Formerly Clay) Community Volunteer

Linda Schutte Community Volunteer

Teresa Smith Community Volunteer

Karen Spain Community Volunteer

Katie Tarrant Community Volunteer

Kellan Thayer Advisor

Ann Wolf Community Volunteer

Lara Allred Swallen Colin Waters

Summer Camp Registration Is Now Open—For Grades K - 8

(Rising Grades for the 2024-2025 School Year). Explore Summer Camps and Register Today at CharlestonStage.com/summercamps.

LOOKING FOR A FUN, ENGAGING SUMMER THEATRE CAMP?

2024 Summer Sessions Begin June 17 and Run Thru August 9. Registration Is Now Open!

All Summer Camps Take Place at the West Ashley Theatre Center (1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Suite 11)

For Grades K - 8

(Rising grades for the 2024-2025 school year)

Weekly Summer Camp Tuition $260 (Full summer tuition is due upon registering.)

New Full-Year Class Registration!

Full-year class descriptions and registration are available online at CharlestonStage.com/Education.

What Do Our TheatreSchool Classes Offer?

Charleston Stage has one of the oldest and largest arts education programs for young people in the region. Led by Rylee Coppel, Director of Education and Engagement, and by Colin Waters, Education Program Manager, Charleston Stage’s TheatreSchool classes are taught by ten full-time professional actors who make up Charleston Stage’s Resident Acting Company. These professional educators guide levels K-12 through the crafts of acting, vocal development, and musical theatre at grade-appropriate challenges and curricula.

By learning the discipline of live performance as they develop their own creative voices, students grow in poise, movement, speaking, and acting as they explore improvisation, theatre games, character development, and the other many skills of professional actors. Charleston Stage’s acting classes serve to provide young people with performance and creative thinking skills that will serve them in whatever profession they one day choose.

Questions About Classes or Tuition Assistance?

Please contact our Education Offices at (843) 225-3900 or email Rylee Coppel, Director of Education and Engagement, at rcoppel@charlestonstage.com.

Photo by Kate Thornton Photography

Charleston Stage Staff

BOX OFFICE (843) 577-7183

(Tuesday-Friday, and Saturdays when there is a performance, 1pm-5pm)

Sales Manager (School and Group Sales)

CORINNE MADEEN cmadeen@charlestonstage.com

Audiences Services Manager

MARY ELIZABETH RAY mray@charlestonstage.com

Box Office Staff:

LUCY DANTZ

ALLISON JONES

BRITTANY LORD

CORINNE MADEEN

KRIS RITENOUR

AMARI WOODARD

ADMINISTRATION

Artistic Director

MARYBETH CLARK mclark@charlestonstage.com

Director of Marketing and Resident Graphic Designer

BETH CURLEY bcurley@charlestonstage.com

Marketing Designer

ALLISON JONES allisonjones@charlestonstage.com

Director of Finance and Human Relations

STEPHANIE WALSH swalsh@charlestonstage.com

Founder and Director Emeritus JULIAN WILES

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EDUCATION

Director of Education and Engagement RYLEE COPPEL rcoppel@charlestonstage.com

Resident Music Director and Director of Music Education SAM HENDERSON shenderson@charlestonstage.com

Education Program Manager COLIN WATERS cwaters@charlestonstage.com

Resident Professional Actors and Education Instructors: GRACE BRANTLEY BRENDAN CONSIDINE CODY ELSENSOHN

BRIETTA GOODMAN ELIZA KNODE KYRA MCKILLIP

DOMINICK VENTRELLA EDDIE WEAVER CHLOË WENDLER JHONIKA WRIGHT

PRODUCTION

COSTUMES:

Costume Shop Director and Costume Designer COURTNI RIDDICK criddick@charlestonstage.com

Associate Costume Designer and Construction Coordinator HAYLEY O'BRIEN hobrien@charlestonstage.com

Wardrobe and Stitcher ABBIE JONES ajones@charlestonstage.com

Draper KESTREL JURKIEWICZ-MILES kestrel@charlestonstage.com

Costumer Emeritus BARBARA YOUNG

PRODUCTION (CONTINUED)

SCENIC AND ELECTRICS:

Technical Director

MARK DELANCEY mdelancey@charlestonstage.com

Scenic Charge Artist BRANDON BARKER bbarker@charlestonstage.com

Shop Technician and Scenic Painter CLAIRE BRENIA cbrenia@charlestonstage.com

Resident Lighting Designer and TheaterWings Co-Coordinator

CALEB S. GARNER cgarner@charlestonstage.com

Resident Scenic and Projector Designer ADAM JEHLE ajehle@charlestonstage.com

Props Artisan and Carpenter HAILEE SELBY hselby@charlestonstage.com

Shop Manager and Master Carpenter JOSH TEAL jteal@charlestonstage.com

Properties Master ALINE TOLOTO atoloto@charlestonstage.com

MANAGEMENT:

Production Manager ASHLEY PALMER apalmer@charlestonstage.com

Resident Stage Manager and TheatreWings Co-Coordinator

RAVYN T. MEADOR rmeador@charlestonstage.com

SOUND:

Resident Sound Designer and Audio Engineer LUKE WALCHUK lwalchuk@charlestonstage.com

Sound Engineer and Technical Assistant WALKER DILLARD wdillard@charlestonstage.com

VENUES

West Ashley Theatre Center

Venue Information and

Rental

West Ashley Theatre Center Manager

SAM HENDERSON shenderson@charlestonstage.com (843) 225-3901

Dock Street Theatre Venue Information and Rental

City of Charleston’s Dock Street Theatre Special Facilities Director

ROMAINE HEYWARD heywardr@charleston-sc.gov (843) 720-3832

City of Charleston’s Dock Street Theatre Operations Manager

DONNIE NEWTON newtond@charleston-sc.gov (843) 720-3968

Charleston Stage Office Locations

West Ashley Theatre Center

Ashley Landing 1401 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Suite 11 Charleston, SC 29407 P: (843) 225-3900

Scene Shop 1610 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Suite 104 Charleston, SC 29407 P: (843) 225-1613

Costume Shop 1610 Sam Rittenberg Blvd., Suite 202 (A) Charleston, SC 29407 P: (843) 261-2033

Dock Street Theatre/Admin Offices 135 Church Street Charleston, SC 29401 P: (843) 577-5967 F: (843) 577-5422

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 356 Charleston, SC 29402

Email: email@charlestonstage.com

2023-24

Sponsors / Hosts / Corporate Circle

SPONSORS

The Saul Alexander Foundation

American Rescue Plan

Arts, Etc.

Sarah Beardsley and Dr. Christopher Randolph

The Beaufort Fund of Coastal Community Foundation of SC

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

The Employee Community Fund of the Boeing Company

The Frances P. Bunnelle Foundation

Charleston County

City of Charleston

Daniel Island Community Fund

Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation

Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation

Dennis and Lynn Drew

Katherine Schob Glenn

The Peter Glenville Foundation

Hewitt Family Fund of Coastal Community Foundation of SC

Peter R. & Cynthia K. Kellogg Foundation

The Mark Elliott Motley Foundation

National Endowment for the Arts

The John and Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation

The Fred and Joan Pittman Family Fund of the Coastal Community Foundation of SC

PNC Foundation

Publix Super Markets Charities

Dr. Del and Linda Schutte

Ted and Susan Soderlund

The Albert Sottile Foundation, Georgia Homer Darby and Mary Ellen Long Way, Trustees

South Carolina Arts Commission

South Carolina First Steps

Southern Lumber and Millwork

TD Bank Charitable Foundation

Dr. Carolyn Thiedke and Mr. Fred Thompson

The Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation

Walmart Foundation

DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE RECEPTION HOST

Southern Lumber and Millwork

CORPORATE CIRCLE

Appalachian Springs Salthouse Catering

David Clemmons Agency Tiger Lily

Grassroots Wine The Zoo Health Club

2023-24 THEATREWINGS APPRENTICES

Harrison Arnett......................... Bishop England High School

Avelyn Bailey .......................................... Hanahan High School

Conor Barker Lucy Beckham High School

Riley Beasenburg ................ Academic Magnet High School

Lily Bryson .................Charleston County School of the Arts

Caroline Cromer Hanahan High School

Liv Dewhirst ..............Charleston County School of the Arts

Mayson Dillard.........Charleston County School of the Arts

Ella Duffy Charleston County School of the Arts

Troy Duren ................Charleston County School of the Arts

Tess Ellisor ............................. Academic Magnet High School

Rhys Eppes Homeschool

Sully Eppes ................Charleston County School of the Arts

Sadie Evans First Baptist High School

Cahal Finch Charleston County School of the Arts

Tess Frampton ......................................................... Homeschool

Sylvia Frances First Baptist High School

Sybil Freedman James Island Charter High School

Morgan Gray .................... The Academy of Critical Thought

Sayde Handegan Wando High School

Macie Hoffman Charleston County School of the Arts

Lily Hollis....................Charleston County School of the Arts

Caroline Hyleman Charleston County School of the Arts

Joelle Mackey Charleston County School of the Arts

Esabelita "Ozzy" Meek .......................... James Island Charter High School

Kessler Minchew Early College High School

Marin Morris .............Charleston County School of the Arts

Rachael Roberts-Seel Charleston County School of the Arts

Evelyn Sanchez ........Charleston County School of the Arts

Reece May Sange LTPS

Ella Schrecker Charleston County School of the Arts

Zoë Sewell .................................... Lucy Beckham High School

Wilson Swenson Academic Magnet High School

Hadley Thompson Charleston County School of the Arts

Cate Traywick ...........Charleston County School of the Arts

Sarah Ellen Weatherholtz..............First Baptist High School

Trow Weeks Charleston County School of the Arts

Lillian "Will" Wilson......................... West Ashley High School

Harvey Woolum Charleston County School of the Arts

2023-24 Charleston Stage Contributors

Contributions to Charleston Stage directly support our vast arts education initiatives that reach over 20,000 Lowcountry youth annually. Year round, students participate in Charleston Stage’s in-school outreach enrichment workshops, TheatreWings Apprentice Program for high school students, after-school acting classes, and low-cost and free special school matinees. This funding also provides scholarships for underprivileged youth. Contributions made to Charleston Stage are tax-deductible. For more information, please contact the Development Office at (843) 647-7363.

Below are contributions made between May 1, 2023 - February 12, 2024.

Benefactors ($25,000 +)

American Rescue Plan Arts, etc.

Sarah Beardsley and Dr. Christopher Randolph

Charleston County

City of Charleston

Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation

Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation

The Samuel Freeman Charitable Trust

Katherine Schob Glenn

Hewitt Family Fund of Coastal Community Foundation of SC

Peter R. & Cynthia K. Kellogg Foundation

National Endowment for the Arts

The John and Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation

The Fred and Joan Pittman Family Fund of the Coastal Community Foundation of SC

PNC Foundation

Ted and Susan Soderlund

The Albert Sottile Foundation, Georgia Homer Darby and Mary Ellen Long Way, Trustees

The South Carolina Arts Commission

Curtis Tambornino in memory of

Eva Laverne Tambornino

TD Charitable Foundation

Dr. Carolyn Thiedke and Mr. Fred Thompson

Andrea L Volpe

The Henry and Sylvia Yaschik Foundation

Angels ($10,000 - $24,999)

The Berry Company

The Beaufort Fund of Coastal Community Foundation of SC

Amy and Paul Creamer

Daniel Island Community Fund

Ceara Donnelley & Nathan Berry Fund

Dennis and Lynn Drew

The Peter Glenville Foundation

The Mark Elliot Motley Foundation

Publix Super Markets Charities

Dr. Del and Linda Schutte

Spirit River Transport

Grantors ($5,000 - $9,999)

The Suzanne H. Arnold Charitable Fund

Nella Barkley

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina

Gretchen Budig

Abigail Franklin

Danielle and Christian Hartley

Frank and Nina Patterson

South Carolina First Steps

Maurice Thompson

Executive Producers ($2,500$4,999)

The Saul Alexander Foundation

Julia Andres

Emily and Rick Arthur

Jennifer and Gerry Baldwin

Gearin Broderick

Sonia and David Brown

The Frances P. Bunnelle Foundation

Ben Cohen and Marilyn Sobel

Hon. & Mrs. Tom Considine

William and Elizabeth Craver

Emily and Chad Cruse

Diversified Trust

Giles Fernald & Melinda Goins

Janet Fiorenza and Mike Simmons

Ed Galaid and Chris Tobin

Pete and Kathy Gaynor

Joe and Penelope Gnesin

Rich and Janis Gommel

Fran Griffiths

Emily Hay

Bill Hewitt and Karyn Lee

Cynthia Jannuzzi

Chic and Pam Koci

Dr. and Mrs. W. John Langley

Cathy Long

Daniel Mallett & Celeste Mallett

Heather McFarlin

Peter Melchior, Jacques Rodrigues

Valerie Morris

Dale T. & Deborah A. Morsefield

John and Monica Mutter

Mr. & Mrs. George Nagrodsky

Ms. Mosmi Naik-Patel and Dr. Shailesh Patel

Thomas O'Brien

The Oxford Fund Inc.

Mark Paylor

Sergio & Christy Radovcic

Chelsea Rennhoff and Giles Whiting

Joe and Lisa Rice

(Executive Producers Continued) Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors

Elizabeth Rose

Claire & Joseph Schady

Jim and Becky Schroeder

Ginger and David Scott

Peter and Deborah Sellars

Cheryl and Michael Siegmund

Janine Sievers/Ashley Wingfield

Catherine and Patrick Snead

Susan and Ted Soderlund

Robyn Nordin Stowell, Esq.

Andrea & Steve Strawn

Synovus

Katie and Stephen Tarrant

Rosemary Tountas

Jim and Rebecca Wick

Sally Wise and Will Howle

Producers ($1,000 - $2,499)

Mary Beth Barley and Audrey Temelini

Mark and Sarah Lee Beck

Blackbaud

The Employees Community Fund of Boeing South Carolina

Dan & Cathy Buffington

Catherine and Bobby Byrd

Pamela Lynn Braly

Lynn Carlson

Jon and Hayley Carter

Fernando Casasco and Catherine Couch

Courtney L Champion

Phil & Angie Clarke

Betsy Curtin

Peter & Lauren D'Amato

Cathy Dezelon

Bernie and Shawn Drackwicz

Nancy and Ralph Edwards

Dana and Tom Faulders

Mark and Sandy Feldman

Karl and Connie Finkelstein

Mark and Vivian Gernand

Mr. & Mrs. David Gilkeson

Edward Vernon Glenn

The Grace Family

Sharon and Herb Hollar

Bob and Kathleen Johnson

Steven and Mary Gordon Kerr

Janet and David M. Kindlick

Sandra Korn

Edward and Gina Kozek

JD and Alicia Kuhn

2023-24 Charleston Stage Contributors

(Producers Continued)

Charles Lord

Richard V. Losquadro and Deanna

Pandolfi

Benedict Maresca

Trey and Meredith McLaughlin

Jay and Ginger Millen

Starr L. Murphy

Christopher C Nowell

Anthony and Janice Oglietti

Charitable Fund

Jody and George Pinion

Darryl and Sandra Reyna

Robert William Rich

Kathy and Bob Richards

Al and Edna Roberds

Elizabeth Roth

Mr. & Mrs. Richard Rush III

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Sade

Salthouse Catering

Brian P and Mary T Smith

Fred and Georgette Stone

Dr. Scott Thompson, Nancy Thompson

Tiger Lily Florist

Marie & David Turner

Mary Ellen Way

Amy R Wilson and Mathew J Swenson

Ann and Gerrit Wolf

Supporting Players ($500 - $999)

Joseph Anderton

Kathleen and Jeffrey Bixler

Crystal Campbell

John and Margaret Carlisle

Constantin Family Fund

C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc

Prof. Gordon Dehler and Prof. Ann Welsh

Pamela & William Duncan

Kate Ebnet

Karen Gallagher

Patty and Brad Neville

Phicas Foundation

Priscilla Quirk & Greg Garvan

Letty & Anthony Richey

Dr. Frank M. Schwartz

Jean and Stuart Serenbetz

Bettie and Mark Tullis

Walmart Foundation

Patrons ($250 - $499)

Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Andersen

Sandra Bowers

Frank and Kathleen Cassidy

Peter and Marion Cotton

Susan David

Susan and Paul Dominick

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Galiardo

Joseph and Katherine Householder

Rodney Lockwood

David and Terry Lupo

Herbert & Diane McGuire

Henry Clay Middleton

(Patrons Continued)

Barbara and Bob Nicolai

Lois and Doug Norcross

Dan Perkins

Joseph P. Pickett

The Ponderosa Fund

Grace Battey Reed

John and Julia Royall

Teresa Smith

Nancy Snowden

Karen Spain

John & Donna Trammell

Dr. Joe Vuthiganon

Friends (Up to $249)

Suzanne Adams

Clarence Admiral

Laila Aleem

Gary and Kathleen Algeier

Rea Algreen

Frances Alpert

Edward Als

Susan Altman

Joel Anderson

EAL Anonymous

Greg Arthurs

Todd Ashworth

William Avery

Don Backer

Ruffin Bailey

Mary Gordon Baker

Stephen Ballis

Robert Balogh

Michael Bandtlow

Olivia Banks

Virginia Barlage

Paul Barnett

Mark Barrett

Barbara and Wil Barriere

Elizabeth Barry

Marcia Bartlett

Lynda Bartemeyer

Samille Basler

Barbara Baxter

Laura Beacham

James A. Beaty, Jr.

Joseph Beckert

Robert Behre

Joyce Bell

Thomas and Barbara Bell

Lindsey Behrendt

Shelly Bellil

Nancy Benjamin

Michele Gershman Bennett

Sally Bennett

Thomas Berry

Emily Neideffer Bertelmann

Eric Betzhold

Aanal Bhatt

Matthew Bigley

Kathy and Jeff Bixler

Patricia L. Blanton

Jane Booth

(Friends Continued)

Katherine Boyette

Mike Brady

Russell Brant

Denise Brantley

Barbara Brany-Williams

Timothy Bratz

Lisa Breed

Rachel Brennan

Linda Bresnahan

Amber Briggs

Stephen Broecker

Steve Brown

Peter and Megan Browne

Jerry Bruno

Devon Brunson

Susan Bryant

Patrick Bucher

Christopher and Sarah

Buechele

Ann Marie Burke

Maureen Cahill

Ilse Calcagno

Hardwick Caldwell

April Cannon

Mary Cannon

Lisa Cappe

Regina Cariello

Marissa Carlisle

Gene Carollo

James Carpenter

Katie Castleberry

Emily Castor

Lucie Cavaroc

Joseph Cerini

John Cevasco

Mary Hope Chakeris

Doreen Chapman

Leslie Christoferson

Alice Cinnante

Renee Cipriano

Steven E. Clem

Chad Clodfelter

Tracey Cochrane

Ronnette Coffman

Brian Collie

Jami Compton

Erin Connor

Jane Cook

Mr. and Mrs. Nigel Cooper

Jessica Copenhaver

MaryLou Cordray

Jeffery Counts

Charlotte Cox

Kevin Crawford

Miriam Cromwell

Mr. & Mrs. David Cross

Crunelle Family

Kelly Culler

Janet Culp

Jeff Dacy

Branko Damjanovic

Jim Davis

John Davis

2023-24 Charleston Stage Contributors

(Friends Continued)

Mary Davis

Sheppard Davis

Suzanne Dean

Kathleen DeBruhl

Leigh Decker

Philip Dejong

Ashley Demosthenes

Nathan Denney

Sharon Detar

Elise and Lester Detterbeck

Lester Detterbeck

Jill Dinunzio

Marguerite Dougherty

Edward Duffy

David Dulceany

Liz Duren

Sara Rich Dwyer

Richard Dye

Allen Edwards

David Emery

Timothy Evans

Chris Facello

Leigh Anne Facello

Joseph Fackler

Shane Fairbrother

Sally Fehn

Hailey Fennell

Michael Ferguson

John Field

Christopher Findlay

Sharon Fisher

Rebecca Flaugher

Jami Fletcher

Mary Fleury

Geoffrey Forbus

Elaine Fowler

Susan Fox

Kevin Francis

Michael Francis

Paul Freebern

Milton Freedman

Joel Freeman

Madeleine Frume

Robin Fruneaux

Justin Fulcher

Nikole Gainey

Richard Galiardo

Professor Karen Gallagher

Jadie Gamble

Regina Gamble

Nancy Gannon

Louis Gentry

Louise Gibson

Leslie Glasgow

Leona Grant Gooding

Betty Gore and Robert Ball

Catherine Gow

Janet Grabacki

Nicole Graham

Isaac Green

Barbara Greenan

Harold Greene

Mark & Paula Griesbaum

(Friends Continued)

Natalia Gutierrez

Michael Guzman

Ranette Haas

Maurice Haddock

Barbara Hagan

Thomas Hagerty

Celeste Hahnemann

Charles and Ann Marie Hammond

Ronald Hancock

Robert Hare

Jeannie and Kenneth Harrell

Chris Harris

Dawn Hartung

Melissa Haskell

Lori Hawkins

Katherine Heath

Jay Heffelbower

Lavern Henderson

Sonaly Hendricks

William Henesy

Ralph Herda

Lisa and Robert Hibdon

Karen Higgins

Kellie Hilker

Phillip Hilton

Sam, Cindy, Liz and Jeb Hines

Richard Hoefer

John Holzworth

Valerio Horick

Mary Ruth Horres

Alisha Howard

Donna Hubbard

Jared Hughes

Willard Humphrey

Steve Hutton

Dorothea Jenkins

Judy Jankowiak

Michael Jenks

Donna Johnson

Chelsea Johnson

Jeremy Johnson

Andy Johnston

Dolores Jones

Kirk Joy

Alison Joyce

Gary & April Kanew

John Keaton

Jenny Keenan

David Kelly

Eve and Michael Kendrick

Edith Marie Kent

John Kessler

Keva Keyes

Kiawah Women's Group

Dr. Anne Osborne Kilpatrick

Lisa Kindsvater

Ms. Cambrai King

Jalane Kirkpatrick

Tamara Kirshtein

Fleur Kohls

Gervase Kolmos

David Kucharski

Edward Lamm

(Friends Continued)

Bliss Lansing

Jana Lynn Larson

Jennifer Laurinaitis

Kristen Lawrence

Lynn Lawton

Cynthia Laxson

Matthew Levine

Christina Liegl

Roger Lillejord

Richard Liston

Joe Long

Tina Longstreth

Peal Lovitt

Reginald Lucas

Celine Lukic

Jeff Lynn

Jason Lyons

Tracy Madden

Lilia Magistrado

Kim Magraw

Nicholas Maiorino

Ed & Susan Manganiello

Gordon Manning

Maria Mansfield

Margaret Martin

Blake Marvin

Elizabeth Mcgee Mather

Lily Matheson

Sally Matlock

Karen Mattioli

Grover Maxwell

Chris Mcauliffe

Nancy McCloskey

Allie McCrae

Harrison D. McIver III

Mary Beth McKeefery

Ben McKenzie

Frederick Mckibbin

Mireille Mcquade

Michael Meador

Cheryl Mendonsa

Mr. and Mrs. Rick Menniti

Dennis Metz

Alice Michaux

Mark Michel

Darla Miller

Johanna Miller

Jennifer Mitchell

Daniel Mooney

Carla Moore

Kathleen Moran

Myra Morton

Elizabeth Musselwhite

George and Janine Nagrodsky

Alexander Nelson

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Donna Netzley

Monica Neufang

Brad & Patty Neville

Robert Neville

Debra Nevins

2023-24 Charleston Stage Contributors

(Friends Continued)

Barb and Bob Nicolai

Slavna Nikonova

Anne Norton

Diane and Thomas Nugent

Jody Nyers

John O'Brien

Mary O'Connell

Roger O'Connor

Randy O'neil

Kathleen Odonnell

Courtney Olson

Chris and Megan Onysko

Patricia Oppmann

Kreya Owens

James Pankovits

Kelly Park

Basil Papaharis

Mercedes Papaharis

Dendy Pappas

Dr. Matthew and Mrs. Jill Patrick

Elaine Pawlowski

Brooke Payne

Yolanda Paz

Corley Pearse

Laura Peters

Anne Pettus

Sarah Phillips

Jane Pitts

William Pollard

Deborah Potter

Mark and September Potter

Baillie Pretzer

Louise Prince

Ralph Principe

Frank Prudent

Richard J Quagliaroli

Christine Ramsey

Betty Raney

Tina Rapstine

Jeff Rapps

Sally Rasmussen

Alex Read

Tinika Rebernak

Kathleen J. Reid

Jared Reilly

Christian Repik

David Reynolds

Lynda Richards

Barbara Rivera

Brantley Robbie

Bree Robbie

Robin Roberts

Winnie Rodgers

Carl Rokes

Mary Jo Romeo

Matt Ronchetto

Anne Ross

Bettina Routh

James Rowan

Julia Royall

Anne Kelley Russell

Marcia Russo

(Friends Continued)

Robin and Edward Rutherford

Martin Ryan

Joseph Salerno

Courtney Salmon

Mary Sanders

Michael Sanders

Donna Sands

Pepper Sarnoff

Susan Sawyer

Andrea Schanz

David Schifeling

Gerald Schmidt

Thomas Schmidt

Kerrie Schnake

Professor Dominic Scibilia

Christina Scott

Michael Scott

Tara Scozzaro

Daniel Selander

Dr. and Mrs. John B. Selhorst

Deborah Sellars

Lucille Sgaglione

Albert Shahid

Anne Shepperd

John Sherman Scott and Karen Sherman

Greg Sidwell

Marion Simmons

Ruby Simmons

Brent Smith

Isabella Smith

Peter Smith

Randelle Smith

Sean Smith

Stefanie Smith

George and Barbara Smyth

Jeff Sobers

Karen Sofge

Michelle Stack

Shari and Jeff Stauch

Lindsay Stazzone

Susan Steiner

Kathy Steinfort

Rebecca Stephenson

Eric Stewart

Laura Stone

Jolene Struebbe and Jim Miller

Rita Sullivan

Beverly Sumner

Eric Swaback

Laura Szweda

Susan Tanner

JC Taylor

Kimberly Taylor

Ronald Teed

Edward Thomas

Tyler Thomas

Gordon Thompson

Jeanette Thompson

April Thornley

Childs Thrasher

Glenn Todd

(Friends Continued)

Kelly Trout

Bob Turgeon

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Turkewitz

Robert Turley

Beth Tynan

Wayne and Ellen Unger

Shannon Utsey

Maritza Valko

Debbie Vaughan

Amy Versaggi

Donna Villeponteaux

Denise Walczewski

Dorie Wallace

Shawn Wallace

Susan Wallberg

Stephanie Walsh

Jacqueline Walters

Dr. Nereida Quiles Wasserman

William Watkins

Sarah Watson

Steven Brent Watts

Kelly Reade Webb

Mark Webb

Tracy Webster

Lori Weiss

Joye Wells

William Wendler

Sarah and Blake Whitney

Linda Whitt

Ali Wildt

Thomas Williamson

Elizabeth Wills

Craig Wilson

James Wingard

Harold Wolf

Barry and Fran Wood

Stephen Woodford

Tina Woods

Cheryll Woods-Flowers

Shelley Workman

Aidan Wunderley

Douglas & Kristen Wurster

Benjamin and Mary Zamora

Wiles Fund for the Future

Michael Albano

Kendra Alder

Jeffrey and Jennifer Allred Family Foundation

Michael Amand

Ann Anderson

Eric Anderson

Debbie Austin & Randall Phillips

Jacqueline Baer DNP, APRN, FNPC

Dr. Robert Ball and Mrs. Betty Gore

Nella Gray Barkley

Mark Barrett

The Beach Company

Sarah Beardsley and Dr. Christopher Randolph

Cody, Bailey, Carter, and Riley

Beasenburg

2023-24 Charleston Stage Contributors

(Wiles Fund for the Future

Continued)

Joey and Shelly Beasenburg

Lisa Blalock

Kate and Dana Boyette

Steve Brown

Catherine and Bobby Byrd

Thomas & Deborah Cabaniss

Crystal Campbell

Lynn Carlson

Courtney Champion

Steven E. Clem

Colbert Family Fund of Coastal Community Foundation of SC

Peter and Marion Cotton

Mr. and Mrs. Drew Cromer

Hal Currey and Peggy Schachte

John and Georgia Darby

Belk and Lois Daughtridge

Prof. Gordon Dehler and Prof. Ann Welsh

Ann Dibble

Dennis and Lynn Drew

Dr. Carol J. Drowota

Ann Dupre

Karen Durand

Nancy and Ralph Edwards

Dr. and Mrs. F. Strait Fairey

Erica Feaga

Michael and Ursula Ferguson

Janet Fiorenza and Mike Simmons

Dr. and Mrs. Derek Feussner

Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Freeman

Dr. and Mrs. Harvey Friedman

Dr. Ed Galaid and Chris Tobin

Karen and Pat Gallagher

Tom Gallaher

Janice M. and Luc Georget

Edward Glenn

Katherine Schob Glenn

Ben and Erika Greco

Fran Griffiths

Jeffrey Gross

Michael W Haga, Paul W Holmes

John and Judy Halberda

Mr. and Mrs. Keitt Hane

Danielle & Christian Hartley

Bill and Karyn Hewitt

Chris and Nitika Hopkins

Sally Wise and Will Howle

Lynn and Mark Hunsinger

Jennifer Jordan

Diane Katz

Lucille and Bert Keller

Harriette Kerr

Danielle Key

Mrs Annette Kibler

Dr. And Mrs. W. John Langley

Jan and Larry Lipov

Sheldon Litwin

MaryEllen Lopanik and Robert Lopanik

(Wiles Fund for the Future Continued)

Richard Losquadro and Deanna Pandolfi

Elisabeth and Spencer Lynch

Teresita Magsino

Eric A. Main

Cathy Marino

Dave and Tracy Marley

Susan Marus, Jack Smith

Jessica and Grover Maxwell

Douglas McCoy and Robert

Danny Jones

Connie McElhaney

Rebecca McFerran

Mr. and Mrs. Brian K. McGreevy

Tracy Mckay

Mr. and Mrs. John L. McLaughlin, III

Don and Jo Miller

Larry and Maureen Millhouse

Anna Montgomery

Dean Valerie Morris

Mrs. Starr L. Murphy

Sean and Jennifer Murray

Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP

Mosmi Naik-Patel and Shailesh Patel

Barbara and Bob Nicolai

Tom O'Brien and Edna DePaul

Mr. Todd Parker

Timothy Parsons

Susan Pearlstine

The John and Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation

Derek T. Pickens & Ryan Pixler

The Fred and Joan Pittman Family Fund of the Coastal Community Foundation of SC

PNC Foundation

The Ponderosa Fund

Rebecca Poynton-Murray

Drexel Pringle

Susan and Jim Radley

Radovcic Family

Mr. & Mrs. Anthony & Letty Richey

John and Debbie Riddick

Mr. John M. Rivers, Jr.

Catherine Russo

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Sade

Claire and Joseph Schady

Luke Shaw

Tina Shaw

Lisa Short

Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Shuler

William M Simpson, Jr., MD and Elaine B. Simpson

Teresa Smith

Ted and Susan Soderlund

Tom and Courtney Somers

Jenny Spain

Catherine Spain

(Wiles Fund for the Future Continued)

Karen Spain

Tom and Peggy Spain

Lauren Sostrin

Gus and Cameron Speth

Robert Speziale

Laurie Steinke

Betty F. Stone

Char Stricklin

Marilyn Surbey

Annette Switzer

Katie and Stephen Tarrant

Mrs. Julia Forster and Mr. John Thompson

Jenny and Robert Ticknor

Rosemary Tountas

Dr. Myron and Melly Tucker

Laura Turner

H. Wayne and Ellen Unger, Jr.

The Vineyard Family Foundation

Mary Ellen Way

Jim and Rebecca Wick

Julian Wiles and Jenny Hane

Marianna Hane Wiles

Melissa Wilkinson

Tom and Janet Willson

John Winthrop Fund in Memory of Adrianne B. Reilly of Coastal Community Foundation of SC

Ann and Gerrit Wolf

Drs. Jane Tyler and Curtis Worthington

Barbara Young

Ms. Anita Zucker

Legacy Donors

E. Boineau & Company

Benefit Sponsors

Sarah Beardsley and Christopher Randolph

Gretchen Budig

The John and Carolyn Peterson Charitable Foundation

The Director's Circle is a special society that provides members with opening night performances and receptions. The tax-deductible portion of Director's Circle dues is used to underwrite Charleston Stage's Education Programs that reach over 20,000 Lowcountry youth each season. Education is the cornerstone of our company, and with your Director's Circle membership you will enjoy six magical evenings of great theatre with fabulous receptions, all the while supporting a wonderful organization and contributing to theatre education in and around Charleston. For more details, contact Monica Vanderbeck, Director of Development, at (843) 647-7362, mvanderbeck@charlestonstage.com or scan the QR code above.

Below are 2023-24 Members as of February 12, 2024.

Director’s Circle Platinum Members

Julia Andres

Emily and Rick Arthur

Jennifer and Gerry Baldwin

Sarah Beardsley and Dr. Christopher Randolph

Gearin Broderick

Sonia and David Brown

Gretchen Budig

Ben Cohen and Marilyn Sobel

Hon. & Mrs. Tom Considine

William and Elizabeth Craver

Emily and Chad Cruse Diversified Trust

Giles Fernald & Melinda Goins

Janet Fiorenza and Mike Simmons

Abigail Franklin

Pete and Kathy Gaynor

Katherine Schob Glenn

Joe and Penelope Gnesin

Rich and Janis Gommel

Fran Griffiths

Emily Hay

Bill Hewitt and Karyn Lee

Cynthia Jannuzzi

Chic and Pam Koci

Dr. and Mrs. W. John Langley

Cathy Long

Daniel Mallett & Celeste Mallett

Heather McFarlin

Peter Melchior & Jacques Rodrigues

Valerie Morris

Dale T. & Deborah A. Morsefield

John and Monica Mutter

Mr. & Mrs. George Nagrodsky

Ms. Mosmi Naik-Patel and Dr. Shailesh Patel

Thomas O'Brien

Frank and Nina Patterson

Mark Paylor

Sergio & Christy Radovcic

Joe and Lisa Rice

Elizabeth Rose

Claire & Joseph Schady

Jim and Becky Schroeder

Ginger and David Scott

Cheryl and Michael Siegmund

Janine Sievers/Ashley Wingfield

Catherine and Patrick Snead

Susan and Ted Soderlund

Robyn Nordin Stowell, Esq.

Andrea & Steve Strawn

Curtis Tambornino in Loving Memory of Eva Laverne Tambornino

Katie and Stephen Tarrant

Rosemary Tountas

Andrea Volpe in Honor of Paul and Kristin Volpe

Jim and Rebecca Wick

Sally Wise and Will Howle

Director’s Circle General Members

Mary Beth Barley and Audrey Temelini

Mark and Sarah Lee Beck

Dan & Cathy Buffington

Catherine and Bobby Byrd

Lynn Carlson

Jon and Hayley Carter

Fernando Casasco and Catherine Couch

Courtney L Champion

Phil & Angie Clarke

Betsy Curtin

Peter & Lauren D'Amato

Cathy Dezelon

Dennis and Lynn Drew

Nancy and Ralph Edwards

Mark and Sandy Feldman

Karl and Connie Finkelstein

Ed Galaid and Chris Tobin

Mark and Vivian Gernand

Mr. & Mrs. David Gilkeson

Sharon and Herb Hollar

Bob and Kathleen Johnson

Steven and Mary Gordon Kerr

Janet and David M. Kindlick

Edward and Gina Kozek

JD and Alicia Kuhn

Richard V. Losquadro and Deanna Pandolfi

Trey and Meredith McLaughlin

Starr L. Murphy

Jody and George Pinion

Chelsea Rennhoff and Giles Whiting

Robert William Rich

Elizabeth Roth

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Rush III

Dr. and Mrs. Robert Sade

Salthouse Catering

Brian P. and Mary T. Smith

Fred and Georgette Stone

Dr. Scott Thompson and

Nancy Thompson

Tiger Lily Florist

Marie and David Turner

“The mission of the theatre, after all, is to change, to raise the consciousness of people to their human possibilities.”

— ARTHUR MILLER

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