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TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter from the Artistic Director ............. 5 Letter from the Executive Director .............6

What We Believe ............. 8

2022 Board of Directors ............. 9 Letter from the President of USD............. 11 Letter from the Dean of the College of Fine Arts ............. 12

Season at a Glance ............. 14 Season Calendar ............. 15 Year Round Staff ............. 17 Miscast Cabaret ............. 17

The Mountaintop ............. 19 The Odd Couple ............. 22 Cinderella ............. 25 Something Rotten! ............. 28 Season Sponsors ............. 30

BHP Family of Programs ............. 33 Company ............. 35, 37, 39, 40, 42, 43, 45, 46, 47, 48

Raffle ............. 38

Education Sponsors ............. 50 Philanthropic Leaders ............. 52 Leadership Circle ............. 56 BHP Jr. Camps ............. 57 Grounds Sponsors ............. 58 Oceti Sakowin + Dakota Players Theatre Experience ............. 59

Index of Advertisers & Sponsors ............. 61 Season Dedication ............. 62

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I’d like to ask you a question: Why do you go to the theatre?

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

It’s a question that, for me, doesn’t have a simple short answer. I go to the bank because I need to make a transaction, whether investment or loan. I go to the store because I need supplies. I go to the doctor because my body needs help or to prevent illness. But why do I go to the theatre? I go because I need to feel. Feel what has happened in the past, feel what is happening in the world around me and identify with what the characters are going through. Sometimes it is to reinforce my understanding of what I have gone through. And sometimes after attending a play, I have gained a new perspective of how somebody else experiences life. I truly love these experiences because I come away with a greater understanding of what it means to be human. I have never been divorced, lost a child or a spouse, been the victim of a vicious crime, or been the subject of a miscarriage of justice; but because of theatre I have a better understanding of those who have gone through these situations. Theatre has given me empathy.

"I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of what it is to be a human being." ~Oscar Wilde So, why do you go to the theatre? Whatever the reason you are here, we welcome you and are glad you have joined us for the 76th Season.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Thanks for joining us for the 76th Season in Custer State Park! Getting back into the Warren M. Lee Theatre brings us all great joy. While last year we were grateful to be able to perform outside, going back inside is very exciting indeed. Kudos to the staff, board members, contractors, and generous donors who have made it possible to upgrade the exterior and insulate this historic gem of a building.

In my 12th year working for the Black Hills Playhouse, it is satisfying to note how far we’ve come with improvements made over the past decade to artistic programs and the BHP Campus in the Park. What is truly gratifying is that through innovative theatre education programs serving people across the state of South Dakota, we have increased our reach dramatically over the past decade. Over 10,000 people will be touched by our touring programs, camps, workshops, and expanding stage opportunities, in addition to the 17,000+ admissions to shows at the Park this summer.

We continue to thrive because of you, the community who has been our partner for over seven decades. We know that theatre has the power to transform hearts and minds by reminding us what it means to be human. And, because of you, we are able to make the gift of theatre accessible to people of all ages and abilities. What a privilege it is to be able to to be a part of truly meaningful and important work for our world. Thank you.

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WHAT WE BELIEVE

V ISION VISION MISSION MISSION VALUES VALUES

The Black Hills Playhouse will create inclusive performing arts experiences as South Dakota's leading professional and educational theatre.

The Black Hills Playhouse delivers exceptional theatre programs that engage diverse people and strengthen South Dakota communities.

INCLUSION: Theatre is an integral part of the human experience and needs to be accessible to all. We embrace shared humanity, in order to experience transformation through theatre.

ARTS / COMMUNITY IMPACT: Arts are impactful vehicles for social, civic, cultural, and educational engagement and vital to the growth of dynamic communities.

RELATIONSHIPS: Strong, deep, and meaningful relationships are key to sustainability and extend the reach of the BHP mission.

SUSTAINABILITY: Responsible management, strategic planning, and engaged teams are essential to the success of the Black Hills Playhouse.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT The Black Hills Playhouse is committed to creating theatre that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes the human experience in all its diversity. We seek to collaborate with, employ, share the stories of, and engage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to foster a healthy environment for opportunity and growth through the power of performance art.

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2022 Board of Directors

Rick Giesel

Retired, former CEO Regional / Sanford Health Rapid City, SD Chair, Physical Plant Committee Secretary

Holly Knox

Onboarding Nurse Educator Monument Health Rapid City, SD Past President

Jonathan Allender-Zivic

Eric Hagen

Professor Emeritus of Theatre University of SD Minneapolis, MN President Elect

Mark Meersman

Compliance and Business Integrity Officer VA BH Health Care System Rapid City, SD President

David Barari

Dr. Bruce Kelley

Dean, College of Fine Arts University of SD Vermillion, SD

Sharla Steever

Learning Specialist Technology in Education Rapid City, SD Treasurer

Corey Brown

Associate Professor, University of South Dakota Owner Munkey Industries Vermillion, SD

Attorney, Goodsell Oviatt Law Firm Rapid City, SD

Vice President Government Relations - Sanford Health Sioux Falls, SD Chair, Legislative Task Force

Rai Genna

Erin Goetzinger

Betsy Groves

Chair and Associate Professor University of SD Theatre Vermillion, SD

Works in home, former legislative aide to Senator Tom Daschle Rapid City, SD

Lamont Enterprises, Whitewood Partnership Rapid City, SD

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2022 Board of Directors

Tom Geu

Professor University of SD School of Law Vermillion, SD

Charolyn Mize Retired Educator Spearfish, SD

Jaime Norton

Dentist - Massa Dental Hot Springs, SD

Jennifer Sutherland

Owner, Ghost Canyon Getaway Hermosa, SD

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Rose Ann Hofland

Dir of Communications & Community Engagement Levitt at the Falls, Sioux Falls, SD Board Development Chair

Carrie Moore

Owner, Jenny’s Floral Custer, SD

Victor Shonk

Associate Professor - Scenic Design University of SD Theatre Vermillion, SD

Mandie Weinandt

Director of Center for Teaching & Learning Instructor Beacom School of Business University of SD Fundraising Chair Vermillion, SD

Ron Jeffries

General Manager Central States Fair & BH Stock Show Rapid City, SD

Carissa Naasz

Teacher, RC Catholic School System Rapid City, SD

Sara Southwood

Music Teacher - Sioux Falls School System Sioux Falls, SD

Joe Williams

Director of Community Education & Director of Native American Programs Plains Art Museum Fargo, ND

Welcome From the President of the University of South Dakota....

On behalf of the University of South Dakota, welcome to the Black Hills Playhouse and thank you for your support of the arts. USD is a proud partner of the Playhouse, sharing a vision for celebrating and promoting creativity, community and artistic growth in South Dakota.

At its humble beginnings, the Black Hills Playhouse was a dream – a USD theatre professor’s vision to offer professional theatre experiences in the rural Midwest while growing opportunities for theatre professionals and students. The organization has since grown into a pillar of the arts in the state; together, the USD College of Fine Arts and the Black Hills Playhouse deliver enriching fine arts experiences and educational opportunities that establish South Dakota as a destination and home for artists.

We are excited that you are here to experience the beauty of South Dakota theatre and hope you enjoy this season at the Black Hills Playhouse.

Sheila K. Gestring

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From the Dean of the College of Fine Arts I want to personally welcome you to the Black Hills Playhouse and the marvelous Warren M. Lee Theatre. We are excited about this year’s season! The BHP staff and volunteers have worked hard to create a safe and enjoyable experience which will enable you to view the best of live theatre with South Dakota’s Black Hills as an exquisite backdrop.

The USD College of Fine arts prepares students for a life of amazing and rewarding experiences in art, music, and theatre. Our vibrant campus is active with music concerts, theatrical performances, and art gallery exhibitions. The arts and culture sector annually contributes $1.2 billion to the state’s economy, representing 2.5% of South Dakota’s GDP and more than 14,000 jobs. More importantly, the arts allow us to express the meaning of our experiences and understand and interpret our world.

The USD College of Fine Arts is a proud partner with the Black Hills Playhouse. Together, we combine creativity and knowledge to make a difference for our world.

- Bruce Kelley

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The inviting and unpretentious atmosphere of our rural theater in Custer State Park is something you simply won’t find in the big city. From buffalo and other wildlife wandering through camp and the smell of the pines, to the friendly faces of welcoming staff, the Black Hills Playhouse is an oasis where people relax and enjoy good company and good theatre.

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June 3-June 12, 2022 THE MOUNTAINTOP

by Katori Hall directed by Egla Hassan Pay-as-you-can-preview Thursday, June 2nd.

Ms. Hassan appears through the generosity of Brian Hagg, Attorney at Law.

If a tree falls in the forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound? If a child in a Texas border town is ripped away from their parents’ arms, do the citizens of New York need to do something about it? If a man in Minnesota is killed because of the way he looks, are the people of South Dakota responsible to take action to make things better? It is easy to become immobilized by the immensity of problems and easier yet to turn a blind eye to the suffering of people in far off places.

In THE MOUNTAINTOP, playwright Katori Hall sketches the outlines of a giant of the Civil Rights movement. Instead of cataloging MLK’s great efforts to bring equality to ALL people, Hall takes some fictional liberties to give us a glimpse of a humanized hero who, with the help of mysterious or supernatural forces, wonders about the effect his work has had. Did he do enough? Will the work continue after he is gone?

The message implied in Katori Hall’s play is that doing the right thing is like a relay race: we do our part and then give the race over for others to finish. Every individual is responsible to help in making this world a better place FOR ALL PEOPLE. Martin Luther King (like Moses before him), had a vision of a Promised Land, where all people are free.

We are part of that promise. Even our smallest attempt to make the world a better place contributes to the relay race.

- Egla Hassan RATED R - Contains coarse language including racial slurs and adult content.

This performance may contain smoking of tobacco-free cigarettes.

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The Mountaintop is produced by special arrangement with: Dramatists Play Service, 440 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10016 Original Broadway production produced by Jean Doumanian, Sonia Friedman Productions, Ambassador Theater Group, Raise the Roof 7, Ted Snowdon, Alhadeff Productions/Lauren Doll, B Square + 4 Productions/Broadway Across America, Jacki Barlia Florin/Cooper Federman, Ronnie Planalp/Moellenberg Taylor and Marla Rubin Productions! Blumenthal Performing Arts, in association with Scott Delman.

THE MOUNTAINTOP was developed at the Lark Play Development Center, New York City, and was first produced by Theatre 503 in June 2009 and further produced at Trafalgar Studio One in July 2009by Sonia Friedman Productions and Jean Doumanian, Tali Pelman for Ambassador Theatre Group, Bob Bartner, Freddy DeMann, Jerry Frankel, Ted Snowdon and Marla Rubin Productions Ltd. THE MOUNTAINTOP was developed at the 2008 Bay Area Playwrights Festival, a program of the Playwrights Foundation (Amy L. Mueller, Artistic Director).

Ms. Hassan appears through the generosity of Brian Hagg

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The Mountaintop

Director…………………................................................................... Egla Hassan Scenic Designer .......................................................................... Kenny Allman Costume Designer..................................................................... Ben Streeter Lighting/Projection Designer ......................................................... Jonathan Allender-Zivic Stage Manager ……………………………………………………… Lauren “LD” Dowell Sound Designer....................................................................... …. Christian Chamorro Technical Director ....................................................................... Kenny Allman Head Carpenter Intern...................................................................... Luke Menzies Carpenter Intern..................................................................... Kurtis Nelson, Bradley Noder Stagecraft Intern…………………………………………................ Jared McCurren, Sam McGehee Head Electrician ........................................................................ Andrew Canaan Assistant Master Electrician/Intern………………………………… Christian Chamorro Electrics ......................................................................................... Emily Jones Properties...........................................................................................Alex Kitchell Properties Intern................................................................................ Ky Madison Charge Painter.............................................................................. Julie Lasonczyk Scenic Painter .................................................................................. Zachary Allen Costume Shop Manager ................................................................. Christina Olson First Hand/Cutter/Draper ............................................................... Ben Streeter Stitching Interns.............................................................................. Tailer Benson, Sarah Christenson, Krista Laughlin Cast Dr. Martin Luther King, JR……………………………………………….Korie Tristan Prince Camae……………………………………………………………………. Noah Michal

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June 18-July 3, 2022 THE ODD COUPLE

by Neil Simon directed by Bill Russell Pay-as-you-can-preview Friday, June 17th Mr. Russell appears through the generosity of Auto Choice, Spearfish.

Elegies for Angels Punks and Raging Queens, Pageant, Side Show

I’m always thrilled to return to the Playhouse. This, my fourth time directing here, is meaningful in several ways. I have long admired Neil Simon’s writing. A formative early theatrical experience was seeing his Barefoot in the Park in Chicago starring Richard Benjamin, Joan Van Ark and the luminous Myrna Loy – the first stop of its first national tour.

The writing was hilarious, the laughs driven by character. Mike Nichols’ direction made me a life-long fan.

Manny Azenberg, who presented all of Simon’s plays from 1972 on, produced the original Broadway production of Side Show (I wrote the book and lyrics).

Neil told Manny he’d been hearing good things about the readings we’d done and wondered why Manny hadn’t asked him to invest. He ended up taking a substantial share. Years later, when Manny produced The Odd Couple revival starring Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick, he allowed us to make a small investment, which was a great ride.

And now I get to direct the show in one of my favorite theaters with two of my favorite actors alternating in the lead roles. What fun!

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The Odd Couple Director…………………................................................................... bill russell Scenic Designer .......................................................................... Victor Shonk Costume Designer..................................................................... Christina Olson Lighting Designer……………......................................................... Andrew Canaan “The Odd Couple” is Stage Manager ……………………………………………………… Alexandra Rice presented by arrangement Sound Designer....................................................................... …. Christian Chamorro with Concord Theatricals Technical Director ....................................................................... Kenny Allman on behalf of Samuel Head Carpenter Intern...................................................................... Luke Menzies French, Inc. Carpenter Intern..................................................................... Kurtis Nelson, Bradley Noder Stagecraft Intern…………………………………………................ Jared McCurren, Sam McGehee www.concordtheatricals.com Head Electrician ........................................................................ Andrew Canaan Assistant Master Electrician/Intern………………………………… Christian Chamorro Electrics ......................................................................................... Emily Jones Properties...........................................................................................Alex Kitchell Properties Intern................................................................................ Ky Madison Charge Painter.............................................................................. Julie Lasonczyk Scenic Painter .................................................................................. Zachary Allen Costume Shop Manager ................................................................. Christina Olson First Hand/Cutter/Draper ............................................................... Ben Streeter Stitching Interns.............................................................................. Tailer Benson, Sarah Christenson, Krista Laughlin

(In order of appearance) Speed………………………………………………Brandon Doan Murray………………………………………..….Bart Williams Roy……………………………………………….Korie Tristan Prince Vinnie……………………………………….…Justin Speck Oscar Madison…………….………Dan Workman / Jeff Kingsbury Felix Ungar…………………………Jeff Kingsbury / Dan Workman Gwendolyn Pigeon……………………...……Andrea Moore Cecily Pigeon……………………………………………….…Mary Trotter

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July 13 - July 31, 2022 RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA directed by Justin Speck

Pay-as-you-can preview Tues, July 12 PLEASE NOTE: This show opens on a Wednesday matinee with opening reception Wednesday night.

Mr. Speck appears through the generosity of Dave & De Knudson.

From our earliest recollections of storytelling, folk tales and fairy tales were the ones I always found most adventurous, courageous, and magical. A place where imagination takes flight, and the realm of possibilities are endless. That no matter who you are or where you are in the beautiful spectrum of life’s existence, wonderful experiences can come true. In the purest of ways, with some modern lingo and a few fresh quips, this Cinderella is as accessible and believable as our own current dreams for all humanity!

Enjoy the magic of theatre in the woods and thank you for joining us on our little adventure.

- Justin Speck

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA Music by Richard Rodgers Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II New Book by Douglas Carter Beane Original Book by Oscar Hammerstein II

Orchestrations by Danny Troob Music Adaptation & Arrangements by David Chase Additional Lyrics By Douglas Carter Beane, David Chase and Bruce Pomahac

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Megan Gerlach appears through the generosity of Scot and Mary Hoscheid.

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella Director…………………........................................................ Justin Speck Music Director…………………………………………… Vonnie Houchin Choreographer………………………………………………………. Megan Gerlach Scenic Designer ............................................................... Kathy Voecks Costume Designer............................................ Amber Marisa Cook Lighting Designer .................................................. Christopher Haug Stage Manager ……………………………………… Lauren “LD” Dowell Sound Designer............................................. …. Christian Chamorro Technical Director ......................................... Kenny Allman Head Carpenter Intern............................................... Luke Menzies Carpenter Intern............................... Kurtis Nelson, Bradley Noder Stagecraft Intern………....... Jared McCurren, Sam McGehee Head Electrician .............................................. Andrew Canaan Assistant Master Electrician/Intern………… Christian Chamorro Electrics .......................................... Emily Jones Properties...............................................................Alex Kitchell Properties Intern............................................. Ky Madison Charge Painter.......................................... Julie Lasonczyk Scenic Painter .................................. Zachary Allen Costume Shop Manager ............................... Christina Olson First Hand/Cutter/Draper ............................ Ben Streeter Stitching Interns...........................Tailer Benson, Sarah Christenson, Krista Laughlin Ella……………………………………………………………….Sanchi Pandey Topher……………………………………………………Payton M. Johnson Lord Pinkleton……………………………………………..Michael Reitano Sebastian………………………………………………………………..…Bart Williams Marie…………………………………………………………………..……Kaitlin Gant Jean-Michel………………………………………………………….…….Alex Rudd Madame……………………………………………………………...…….Andrea Moore Gabrielle……………………………………………………………………Emily Dean Charlotte……………………………………………………………………Lydia Prior Ensemble…………….….Genevieve Cortez, Brandon Doan, Casey Fay, Alex Vito Fuegner, Abby Naden, Zay Williams Piano 1……………………………………………………………………..Vonnie Houchin Piano 2………………………………………………………..Meredith Meersman Bass………………………………………………………………………. .Lon Schnitgrund Drums………………………………………………………………………Alan Temple

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August 10-August 20, 2022 SOMETHING ROTTEN!

by John O'Farrell & Karey Kirkpatrick directed by Kajsa Jones Pay-as-you-can-preview Tuesday, August 9th Ms. Jones appears through the generosity of Jenny's Floral.

Welcome to the Black Hills Playhouse! As you probably have now realized, you’re about to see a musical and you’re also in the woods. What if I also told you you’re about to witness a story about Shakespeare and Musical Theater? I hope you’d say you’re excited, because spoiler alert: you are here. And how grateful we are!

Something Rotten! is a laugh-filled love letter to two of the most beloved forms of theater and a uniting of two seemingly opposite things. It chronicles the highs and lows (and really lows) of the creative process and reminds us all that we’ve had what we needed all along. Even when that feels like a contradiction. How lucky we are to celebrate the theater with real live audiences again.

Thank you for joining us and enjoy the show!

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- Kajsa Jones

Ms. Jones appears through the generosity of Jenny's Floral

SOMETHING ROTTEN! Book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O'Farrell Music and Lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick Conceived by Karey Kirkpatrick and Wayne Kirkpatrick Arrangements Orchestrations Glen Kelly Larry Hochman Produced by Kevin McCollum Broadway Global Ventures CMC,Mastro/Goodman,Jerry & Ronald Frankel, Morris Berchard, Kyodo Tokyo, Inc., Wendy Federman, Barbara Freitag, LAMS Productions, Winkler/DeSimone, Timothy Laczynski, Dan Markley, Harris/Karmazin, Jam Theatricals, Robert Greenblatt, and Jujamcyn Theaters Developed in association with the 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle, WA, DavidArmstrong, Bernadine Griffin, & Bill Perry Something Rotten! Is presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International

Something Rotten!

Director…………………................................................................... Kajsa Jones Music Director………………………………………………………….. Vonnie Houchin Choreographer…………………………………………………………. Andrea Schaefer Scenic Designer .......................................................................... Kathy Voecks Costume Designer..................................................................... Cassie Hoppas Lighting Designer .................................................................. Luke Granholm Stage Manager ……………………………………………………… Alexandra Rice Sound Designer....................................................................... …. Christian Chamorro Technical Director ....................................................................... Kenny Allman Head Carpenter Intern...................................................................... Luke Menzies Carpenter Intern..................................................................... Kurtis Nelson, Bradley Noder Stagecraft Intern…………………………………………................ Jared McCurren, Sam McGehee Head Electrician ........................................................................ Andrew Canaan Assistant Master Electrician/Intern………………………………… Christian Chamorro Electrics ......................................................................................... Emily Jones Properties...........................................................................................Alex Kitchell Properties Intern................................................................................ Ky Madison Charge Painter.............................................................................. Julie Lasonczyk Scenic Painter .................................................................................. Zachary Allen Costume Shop Manager ................................................................. Christina Olson First Hand/Cutter/Draper ............................................................... Ben Streeter Stitching Interns........................ Tailer Benson, Sarah Christenson, Krista Laughlin

Nick Bottom………………………….…..Alex Rudd William Shakespeare………………………………..Brandon Doan Nigel Bottom……………………………………………….Casey Fay Beatrice “Bea” Bottom…………………………………………Kaitlin Gant Nostradamus……………………………..…….Justin Speck Portia……………………………………………….Lydia Prior Brother Jeremiah……………………………….. Alex Vito Fuegner Lord Clapham………………………………….…….Randy Niles Shylock………………………………….…Michael Reitano Minstrel…………………………..………..Zay Williams Ensemble…………………………….Genevieve Cortez, Emily Dean, Alexander Fuegner, Payton M. Johnson, Andrea Moore, Abby Naden, Randy Niles, Sanchi Pandey, Michael Reitano, Zay Williams Piano 1………………………………………..Vonnie Houchin Piano 2………………………………………………..Meredith Meersman Bass…………………………………………. .Lon Schnitgrund Drums……………………………………………Alan Temple

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76T 7 6TH S SEASON EASON 76TH S SP PO ONSORS NSORS SPONSORS Theatre is an expensive venture and our incredible sponsors help offset costs of productions, personnel, and royalties making it possible to keep ticket prices lower for audiences.

We are grateful for their support and dedication to the Playhouse.

5000+ All-American Siding and Windows & USA Roofing -

As a leader in siding, windows and roofing, All-American Siding and Windows & USA Roofing was the natural choice for the Black Hills Playhouse when we launched the ON OUR SIDE campaign to add insulation, new siding, new windows and a new roof. Additionally, their ingenuity, and an insurance hail claim, allowed us to roof every single campus structure at very little additional cost. In addition to sponsoring the season, they are also sponsoring development of our Oceti-Sakowin Theatre Programs. See ad on page 32.

BankWest -- Title Sponsor BANKWEST KIDS GO FREE

Since 2012, BankWest has been dedicated to our ” Kids Go Free” program with sponsorship earning the bank the title of “Vision Sponsor” for their ongoing commitment. Helping communities achieve financial success is a primary focus of Charles Burke III and his team. With BankWest helping the Kids Go Free program, thousands of kids and their families have had an opportunity to attend live theatre at the Black Hills Playhouse. Burke’s father played an integral part in finding a home for the BHP by helping Doc Lee find a suitable location in Custer State Park. BankWest continues the tradition of getting people to the BHP 76 years later. See their ad on page 53.

Black Hills Energy

Black Hills Energy is proud to be a BHP sponsor in 2022. BHE supplied a grant for Playhouse Covid response in 2020. Also, BHE is a capital sponsor for the “On Your Side” siding project for the Warren M. Lee Theater. Last year, BHE was instrumental in building the awning for the New Frontier Theatre, providing power poles and installation for the structure.

BLack Hills Energy serves 1.3 million customers in eight states through its mission of improving life through energy. Black Hills Energy and the Black Hills Playhouse are two of the oldest continuous businesses in the Black Hills.The BHE energy motto, Better Together, is especially true for the BHP! See ad on page 27.

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Black Hills Oral Surgery

- If you’re in need of dental implants, bone graft grafting, f ing, tooth extraction, jaw surgery ft surgery, r , cleft ry f palate or lip surgery ft surgery, r , or a host of other ry procedures, Black Hills Oral Surgery services need. oral surgical procedures r and Dental Implant Center provides the special care and serv ry r ices you need rv Their team of highly qualified specialists will take care to make your experience as efficient and comfortable as possible. The partners recognize that supporting the community is a responsibility that they embrace. See their ad on page 24

Hillard Wealth Solutions

- As a team of trained and tested wealth management professionals, who are passionate about helping you achieve your unique financial objectives, Hillard returns as a 2022 Season Sponsor. With a vast amount of experience, they are perfectly positioned to help you grow, enjoy and build your legacy. HWS is a new season sponsor this year and we welcome them to the Playhouse! Part of the RBC Wealth Management Group. See their on the back cover.

Knecht Home Center

- Since 1928, Knecht Home Center has maintained a commitment to community outreach that improves the areas in which we live and work. They are committed to help with materials, money and manpower to support programs that give back to the communities they serve Their footprint serves hundred of communities spanning 7 states, including Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Wyoming. They support and foster a culture of diversity. From small rural towns to regional urban population centers, they follow the golden rule…treating others as they would like to be treated.

They are your neighbors. Here to help build stronger, sager, healthier communities. See their ad on page 18.

Powder House Restaurant and Lodge

Experience the tranquility of the Black Hills in log cabins, motel-style lodging, or in cozy honeymoon cabins complete with a private hot tub. The Powder House Restaurant has been a regular stop on people’s way to the Playhouse for decades. Look for the old “potato head” BHP logo in stained glass at the entrance and check out the special discounts for patrons of the BHP in their ad on page 36. Attendees can get a 10% discount during the entire season!

Scot and Mary Hoscheid

Scot and Mary recently retired from their jobs in Iowa and decided to make a lovely cabin near Custer their home. Having attended the Playhouse as young adults, they decided to sponsor the summer season as a way to show their support for the BHP and surrounding communities. They were also part of the crew who helped on Annual Cleanup Day and have volunteered at fundraisers. Friends like these are the best!

De and Dave Knudson

De and Dave Knudson of Sioux Falls are proud season sponsors of the 76th Season at the Black Hills Playhouse. Volunteers, donors, and avid arts supporters, De & Dave welcome you to the Playhouse.

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FAMILY F AMILY O OF F PROGRAMS P ROGRAMS Summer Stock Theatre in Custer State Park

Dakota Players Tours + Online Programs:

BHP Jr. Camps: Making Memories for a Lifetime

The Expanding Stage: Inclusive. Empowering. Extraordinary.

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company bios Genevieve CORTEZ ”Ensemble” Cinderella, “Ensemble” Something Rotten!- Genevieve is a rising junior at Southeast Missouri State. Previous stage credits include “Gay Wellington” in You Cant Take it With You, and “Nautica” in Bring It On. Originally from Atlanta, GA, she is excited to be spending her first summer stock season at the Black Hills Playhouse. She would like to thank her mother, grandmother, and her brother for all their support.

Casey FAY “Ensemble” Cinderella, “Nigel Bottom” Something Rotten!- Growing up in Rapid City, Casey just completed his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater with a specialization in Musical Theater at the University of South Dakota. He is excited to return to the Black Hills to perform with BHP!

Payton M. JOHNSON “Topher” Cinderella, “Ensemble” Something Rotten!- Payton is a Junior Musical Theatre major at Southeast Missouri State University.

He is originally from Omaha, Nebraska and is so excited to be performing with The Black Hills Playhouse this summer. He would like to thank his family and friends for their constant support and love of his craft. Enjoy the show!

Noah MICHAL “Camae” The Mountaintop- Noah Michal (Camae) is thrilled to be making her Black Hills Playhouse debut! Favorite theatre credits include: Bee-Luther-Hatchee (Hallberg Theatre), Conversations Bout the Girls (Stella Adler) and The Big Finish (Morgan-Wixson Theatre) Training: CSUF BFA Acting Noah would like to thank God and her family for the ability to be living out her dreams.

Joshua 1:9. Follow Noah’s IG (inoahmichal) and keep up with her as she pursues her MFA in Acting at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts!

Emily DEAN ”Gabrielle” Cinderella, “Ensemble” Something Rotten!- Emily is thrilled to be a part of the BHP team this year. She currently is studying at the Dobbins Conservatory. Some of her credits include: Cinderella (Charlotte), Shrek (Teen Fiona), and 9 to 5 (Ensemble/Swing). She would like to thank everyone involved in this process and her friends and family for being her support system.

Alex Vito Fuegner Ensemble” Cinderella, “Brother Jeremiah” Something Rotten!- Alex Vito Fuegner is delighted to join Black Hills Playhouse for their summer season all the way from St. Louis. His most recent characters have been Chad (All Shook Up), Dawson (A Few Good Men), and you can find him on all podcast platforms as Lindy in "Somebody Knows". He's been a skilled improvisor for 'The Alice' and 'Neverland' Experiences. He wouldn't be here without the love and support from his parents Dave and Nancy and his partner Kaitlin Gant.

Jeff KINGSBURY “Felix/Oscar” The Odd Couple- Mr. Kingsbury has appeared in over 200 plays and musicals throughout the country. For the BHP, some of Jeff's favorite roles include Horace Vandergelder, Man In Chair, Morrie, King Arthur, Frankie Cavalier, Lurch, and Prince John. Last season, he wrote and performed all of the pre-show Olio acts. In January, Jeff became our full time Director of Development. Jeff is happy to be back for his 12th season. Jeff is also our groundskeeper, and has created several new gardens throughout the campus.

Brandon DOAN “Ensemble” Cinderella, “Shakespeare” Something Rotten!- Brandon is a rising senior at Texas State University pursuing his BFA in Theatre Performance and Production. Some previous credits include; Seussical (Mayor), Yellow Inn (Understudy), Mother Courage and Her Children (The Colonel and others), and Matilda (Agatha Trunchbull). In his free time he loves watching reality tv and playing video games. Brandon is very thankful and excited to make his BHP debut this summer. You can learn more and follow Brandon’s journey on Instagram @bdbrand.

Kaitlin GANT “Marie” Cinderella, “Bea” Something Rotten!Kaitlin is thrilled to make her Black Hills debut!

She’s from St. Louis MO, and earned her BFA in Musical Theatre from SEMO's Conservatory of Performing Arts. Her most recent theatre roles include 'All Shook Up' (Lorraine), 'The 39 Steps' (AnnaBella/Margaret), as well as playing various roles as an improv actor for 'The Alice' and 'Neverland' Cocktail Experiences. Special thanks to her family and friends for being there, and being amazing. To her partner Alex Fuegner, LYLAL baby.

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Andrea MOORE “Gwendolyn Pigeon” The Odd Couple, “Madame” Cinderella, “Ensemble” Something Rotten!- Andrea is a self-described "aging chorus girl" and intends to keep aging and chorus-girling for as long as possible. Andrea spent most of her career working for Circa '21 Dinner Playhouse in Rock Island, IL as a performer, choreographer, director, and member of Circa '21's performing waitstaff, The Bootleggers. Favorite roles include Anybody's in "West Side Story," Jennyanydots in "Cats" and Brooke Wyndham in "Legally Blonde."

Andrea moved to the Western Slopes of Colorado in January of 2020 and is grateful to have spent most of COVID hiding out at 7,500 feet with her partner, Chris, and their dog and two cats. When not singing, dancing or otherwise acting a fool, Andrea enjoys hiking, biking, paddling, and skiing and is very excited to try out her new cat carrier/backpack in the Black Hills! No word on how her cats feel about this.

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company bios Abby NADEN “Ensemble” Cinderella, “Ensemble” Something Rotten!- Abby is beyond excited to be making her Black Hills Playhouse debut! She is a rising junior at Southeast Missouri State University’s Dobbins Conservatory where she is pursuing a BFA in music theatre and a minor in dance. Hailing from central Illinois, her previous credits include The Secret Garden (Mary Lennox) and Little Women (Amy March). She most recently appeared in the ensemble of the Conservatory’s production of Cinderella and as General Cartwright in Guys and Dolls. Abbynaden.com

Korie Tristan PRINCE “MLK” The Mountaintop, “Roy” The Odd Couple- Korie Tristan Prince is a native New Yorker and actor, writer, director, and producer. He is the owner and creative director at House Of The Rising Son Productions - an independent production company based in New York City. Korie holds a BFA in Theatre and has studied acting at some of the most renowned schools from HB Studios in New York to The Globe in London. He's an avid traveler with an obsession for world history - using his discoveries of the ancient past to inform and inspire stories he tells in the present.

Randy NILES “Lord Clapham/Ensemble” Something Rotten!- After entirely too many years, Niles will finally return to the Warren M. Lee Theatre. He looks forward to acting with his fellow baritone pal, Justin Speck, as the last time they were on stage together was in the 2005 production of The Lion in Winter.

Niles wants to dedicate this season to his departed pal, ABL, who would no doubt fill the house with his trademark guffaws.

Lydia PRIOR “Charlotte” Cinderella, “Portia” Something Rotten!- Lydia Prior is a recent graduate of Minnesota State University, Mankato, having just received her Musical Theatre BFA in May. Some of her favorite roles include Nora Helmer in A Doll House, Sibella Hallward in A Gentlemen’s Guide to Love and Murder, and Ariel in The Tempest. In her free time, Lydia enjoys writing music on her guitar, ukulele, and, her newest musical pursuit, her dulcimer guitar. After her time here, Lydia will further her career in the Twin Cities.

Sanchi PANDEY “Ella” Cinderella, “Ensemble” Something Rotten!- Sanchi is so excited for her first summer with Black Hills Playhouse! She is a rising sophomore pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre at The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Favorite credits include Katherine (Newsies), Sophie (Mamma Mia), and Judy (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time).

Michael REITANO “Lord Pinkerton” Cinderella, “Shylock/Ensemble” Something Rotten!Michael, originally from Belleville IL, is very excited to be part of the Black Hills Playhouse season this summer. Michael has previously performed in his hometown and currently at the Dobbins Conservatory at SEMO in Cape Girardeau Missouri.

Some of his favorite previous credits are Nicely Nicely in Guys and Dolls, Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof, and John the Baptist/Judas in Godspell. Upcoming, Michael will be the assistant music director of Carrie: The Musical at SEMO. You can follow his journey on Instagram @mikey_ray01.

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company bios Alex RUDD “Jean-Michel” Cinderella, “Nick Bottom” Something Rotten!- Alex is thrilled to be returning to the Black Hills Playhouse! You may recognize him from Altar Boyz (Matthew), Sherwood: The Adventures of Robin Hood (Robin Hood), and Mamma Mia (Sky). He recently completed a production of Much Ado About Nothing (Conrade) with the St. Louis Shakespeare Festival as well as Charley’s Aunt (Lord Fancourt Babberly) with Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre. Alex was raised all over the globe, having lived in Indiana, England, Singapore, and Texas. www.alexjrudd.com @alexjrudd

Bart WILLIAMS “Murray” The Odd Couple, “Sebastian” Cinderella- Bart is thrilled to be at the Black Hill's Playhouse this summer, and so excited to be working with Bill Russell after having first auditioned for him in the mid90s. Currently he is based at Southeast Missouri State University. He is associate faculty with Dueling Arts International (DAI Stage Combat) and Theatrical Intimacy Education (TIE). Favorite past roles include Arthur in Spamalot, the Monsignor in Sister Act, and everyone in Greater Tuna.

Justin SPECK “Vinnie” The Odd Couple, “Brother Jeremiah” Something Rotten!- Justin is thrilled to be back for his tenth season at the BHP! Justin directed last season’s Altar Boys and appeared most recently as Sam Carmichael in, and choreographed, Mamma Mia. Other BHP credits include Pippin, The Music Man, Guys and Dolls, Fiddler on the Roof, Godspell, and A Chorus Line. As an award-winning educator and theatre director, Justin is also a playwright, composer, dramaturg and choreographer for the stage. He studied theatre and dance at the University of Minnesota and received his master's degree in directing at the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. Locally, he has collaborated with the BH Symphony Orchestra, BH Dance Theatre, BH Community Theatre, and Advocates for Creative Theatre Students. He just completed his eighteenth year as Artistic Director of one of the largest high school theatre programs in the state and is the newest musical theatre dance instructor at Barefoot Dance Studio, both in Rapid City.

Zay WILLIAMS “Ensemble” Cinderella, “Minstrel/Ensemble” Something Rotten!- Zay Williams just finished his freshman year at Southeast Missouri State University and is very happy to be a part of Black Hills 2022 Summer Season for his first season. He’s excited to be playing Minstrel in Something Rotten and to be in the ensemble of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella. Zay would like to thank his family for supporting him and SEMO for this great opportunity.

Mary TROTTER “Cecily Pigeon” The Odd Couple- Mary Trotter (she/her) is an assistant professor of theatre at the University of Central Missouri where she serves as the coordinator for the BFA Performance and BA programs. She has acted and directed professionally in the pacific northwest, Chicago, and New York City. In addition to receiving her BA from Bradley University and MFA from the University of Idaho, she has extensive training with Patsy Rodenburg and Theatrical Intimacy Education and is a certified NIA instructor. Trotter has produced and directed theatre outreach programs such as Las Memorias and The Performance Project, focused on defining and sharing individual stories of participants.

Dan WORKMAN “Oscar/Felix” The Odd Couple- Dan fuels the artistic vision of the BHP Campus and with his wife, Deb, founded Dakota Players. His passion for the BHP goes beyond words.

This is Dan’t 26th summer at the BHP and his 13th as Artistic Director. Dan is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Theatre at Augustana University where he teaches directing, acting, script analysis, and Intro to Theatre. He received his M.F.A. at the University of SD and over the years has played many roles and directed many shows at the BHP.

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designers & directors Jonathan ALLENDERZIVIC Lighting/Projection Designer The Mountaintop- Jonathan is so excited to return to [inside] the playhouse; his work was last seen in the Marvelous Wonderettes and heard in I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change outside in the New Frontier Theatre. Jonathan has been designing both academically and professionally for over 18 years. Jonathan is excited to start his new adventure as an independent theatrical designer, consultant, and trainer this summer. While expanding his product line beyond the patented Cable Munkey® cable management device. He would like the thank Katy for all her love, patience, and support. <www.cablemunkey.com> <www.aztheatricaldesign.com>

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Kenny ALLMAN Scenic Designer The Mountaintop- This will be Kenny’s First summer working for Black Hills Playhouse; he is excited to spend time in this beautiful location and having the chance to work alongside the cast and crew to create a memorable season. For the last five years Kenny has worked as a collegiate technical director in the mid-west. He now works as a freelance designer and technical director in numerous high school, college and professional theaters.

Andrew CANAAN Lighting Designer The Odd Couple- Andrew Canaan is ecstatic to return to the BHP for his third summer. Based out of Detroit, MI, Andew is finishing his third year of Grad School with an MFA in Lighting Design. With the Odd Couple as his BHP Lighting Debut, Andrew is excited to work and collaborate with the incredible casts and crew of the Playhouse as both a designer and Head Electrician.

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designers & directors Christian CHAMORRO Sound Designer The Mountaintop, The Odd Couple, Cinderella, Something Rotten!- Christian started sound when he was 10 years old, learning from a recording artist who produced for many different people. He went on to work in churches and at Santa Monica High School with the group Running With Speakers where he worked with artists such as Michael McDonald, Weird Al, and Richard Paige. In the fall of this year Christian will be going to California State University Dominguez Hills to pursue an audio engineering bachelor’s degree.

Luke GRANHOLM Lighting Designer Something Rotten!Lucas Granholm is an assistant professor of Theatre Arts at the University of Minnesota, Morris wherein he oversees the theatre design and technology program. Granholm’s work has been showcased across the United States as well as the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. Outside of teaching, Granholm works as a freelance lighting designer across the country. Recent productions include Peter and the Starcatcher at Prairie Repertory Theatre, The Magic Flute at the Northern Lights Music Festival, and Terminator: The Musical at the Fallout Theatre. You can see his work at www.Granholmdesigns.com

Cassie Kay HOPPAS Costume Designer Something Rotten!Cassie Kay Hoppas currently serves as the Assistant Professor of Costume Design at the University of South Dakota. Originally from Erie, Ks, she holds her BFA in Theatre from Emporia State University and her MFA in Costume Design and Production from the University of Alabama. Some recent designs include Triumph of Love (USD), [title of show] (USD), Fun Home (USD), and Twelfth Night (South Dakota Shakespeare Festival).

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Amber Marisa COOK Costume Designer Cinderella- Amber (she/her) is a costume and scenic designer and is the Coordinator of Design and Technology and Associate Professor of Design for the Dobbins Conservatory at Southeast MO State University. This is her ninth season at the BHP! She holds an MFA in Production Design from the Department of Theatre at Michigan State University, is a proud member of United Scenic Artists Local 829 and the author of a book on textile design. www.ambermcookdesign.com

Egla HASSAN Director The Mountaintop- Egla Birmingham Hassan is an accomplished director and professor of theatre, whose career at Western Illinois University included heading the MFA program in directing, and helping young theatre artists to find their voice.

Since retiring from the academic world, Hassan has continued directing, and taking pleasure in exploring some contemporary plays, such as SWEAT, EVERYBODY, and EMILIE: LA MARQUISE DU CHATELET DEFENDS HER LIFE TONIGHT. Egla Hassan is pleased to return to BHP where she directed STEEL MAGNOLIAS and THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES.

Vonnie HOUCHIN Music Director/Musician Cinderella, Something Rotten!- As Music Director, Vonnie gets to do many of her favorite things to create quality musical art in tandem with dedicated people and Black Hills Playhouse has an amazing collaborative atmosphere. Vonnie is a veteran classroom teacher, a wife and mother of four sons, a musician who directs music at church, with an a cappella women’s chorus, and in theaters in the area. Her most recent credits are Urinetown and Little Shop of Horrors. Enjoy the magic of BHP!

Megan GERLACH Choreographer Cinderella- Megan Gerlach is a choreographer/director/actor based in NYC. Credits include Theatreworks/USA, Adelphi University, Forestburgh Playhouse, Black Hills Playhouse, New York Film Academy, and Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. Favorite roles include: (Judy) A Chorus Line (Bass Hall) and (Bonnie) in Anything Goes (Chanhassen Dinner Theatre). Megan graduated with degrees in Dance and Theatre from the University of Minnesota/Twin Cities. She is so delighted to return to the playhouse!

Chris HAUG Lighting Designer Cinderella- Chris is an Assistant Professor of Theatre at the Dobbins Conservatory of Theatre & Dance specializing in Lighting, Digital Media/Projections, Technical Production, and Management for Theatre & Live Entertainment. He is excited to bring excitement and wonder through lighting design back in the Warren M. "Doc" Lee Theater at the BHP. Previous designs at the BHP include, Lighting Design for Altar Boyz, I Love You You're Perfect Now Change, The Games Afoot, Shipwrecked!, To Kill a Mockingbird, and The Best Man.

Kajsa JONES Director Something Rotten!- Kajsa Jones is a freelance theater director, educator, and arts administrator out of St. Paul, Minnesota.

She has been the resident Musical Director at East Ridge High School since 2017 and has an affinity for working with young actors.

Additional directing credits include Merrill Arts Center and Ashland Productions. Kajsa has also assistant directed at Artistry Theater. When not directing, she works as the Development Director of Trademark Theater.

As a former BHP acting intern, she is thrilled to be returning to one of her favorite places to make some theater in the woods!

designers & directors Meredith MEERSMAN Musician Cinderella, Something Rotten!Meredith is ecstatic to be working at the BHP again since she left to marry her husband Mark in 1993 after they met at the Playhouse.

She has previously appeared at the BHP as the Music Director for Side Show. She regularly appears with the Black Hills Showcase Choir in Rapid City, has played percussion for the BH Symphony Orchestra, worked regularly with BH Community Theatre and has worked as a music educator with the BHP Jr. Performing Arts Camps.

Andrea SCHAEFER Choreographer Something Rotten! - This is Andrea's fourth production with BHP. Other credits include Nunsense, Oklahoma and Side Show. Andrea is the owner of Barefoot Dance Studio in Rapid City and is proud to be preparing for her studio for its 15th season.

She received her Bachelor's degree in Dance from the University of New Mexico and danced professionally in the Southwest United States and in Germany and Austria. Awards include: Rapid City Cultural Affairs Artist Appreciation Award and the 2010 Community Connections Award from Black Hills Workshop Foundation and a National Community Building Award from ANCOR in 2011.

Justin SPECK Justin is thrilled to be back for his tenth season at the BHP! Justin directed last season’s Altar Boys and appeared most recently as Sam Carmichael in, and choreographed, Mamma Mia. Other BHP credits include Pippin, The Music Man, Guys and Dolls, Fiddler on the Roof, Godspell, and A Chorus Line. As an awardwinning educator and theatre director, Justin is also a playwright, composer, dramaturg and choreographer for the stage. He studied theatre and dance at the University of Minnesota and received his master's degree in directing at the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. Locally, he has collaborated with the Black Hills Symphony Orchestra, Black Hills Dance Theatre, Black Hills Community Theatre, and Advocates for Creative Theatre Students.

He just completed his eighteenth year as Artistic Director of one of the largest high school theatre programs in the state and is the newest musical theatre dance instructor at Barefoot Dance Studio, both in Rapid City.

Christina OLSON Costume Designer The Odd Couple-Christina is delighted to be returning to the costume shop for her 8th season! This year she is returning as Costume Shop Manager and Costume Designer for The Odd Couple. Christina lives in Los Angeles, freelancing in wardrobe and making costumes for theatre, dance, and tv/ film productions. She is thrilled to reunite with friends to create some amazing theatre in the woods!

Victor E. SHONK Scenic Designer The Odd Couple Victor E. Shonk is an Associate Professor at the University of South Dakota, teaching the scenic design curriculum. Victor is a freelance scenic designer who has worked in many states across the nation designing theatre, television, and opera. The Odd Couple marks Vic's seventh season with the BHP. His designs at the BHP include: Spamalot, Shrek, Moonlight and Magnolias, Pageant, Nunsense, Oklahoma!, Sideshow, I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change, and The Marvelous Wonderettes. He is a proud member of U.S.A., local 829.

Benjamin STREETER Costume Designer The MountaintopBen is an active fiber artist living in Southeast Missouri. Originally from Buffalo, New York, Ben worked as a costume designer and technician at many local theaters. They graduated from Wyoming University in 2020 from the American Studies program. While most of their time is spent as an adjunct at Southeast Missouri State University, they always find time to knit, spin, and sew.

Bill RUSSELL Director The Odd Couple- Bill is an internationally produced author and director who grew up in Spearfish. His musicals, including Pageant and Side Show, which he directed at the BHP have been performed on Boradway and Off, in the Fringe and West End of London as well as all over American, the UK, and many other countries. He received Tony Award Nominations for the book and lyrics of Side Show which was also nominated for Best Musical with Emily Skinner and Alice Ripley receiving a joint nomination for Best Acress.

We are pleased to have him back at the Black Hills Playhouse for his 4th season.

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Lon SCHNITGRUND Musician Cinderella, Something Rotten!- Lon appeared as a musician last season for The Marvelous Wonderettes ahd has played bass for productions at the Firehouse Theatre and BH Community Theatre. Lon also plays regularly with his band, Corduroy Vinyl in the Black Hills.

Alan TEMPLE Musician Cinderella, Something Rotten!- Alan is excited to return to the BHP for this season. He is a long-time percussionist with eh BH Symphony Orchestra and has previously appeared in BHP productions of Side Show and The Marvelous Wonderettes. In 2021, he retired from Ellsworth Air Force Base Engineering Division where he worked for 35 years. Alan and his wife, Debbie have two daughters, Rachel and Brittany.

Kathy VOECKS Scenic Designer Cinderella, Something Rotten!Kathy is pleased to be back at the BHP for her 9th season. She is an Associate Professor of Scene Design and Head of Design / Technology at Kansas State University. Kathy has designed for Circa ‘21 Dinner Playhouse, The Colorado Springs Fine Arts center Theatre, The Omaha Theater Company for Young People, and the Omaha Theatre Ballet. She holds an MFA in Scenic Design from the University of Missouri, Kansas City.

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production Zachary ALLEN Scenic Artist- Zachary is ecstatic to be spending his summer at the Black Hills Playhouse. He is a recent graduate of the University of Nebraska Kearney with a degree in theatre with minors in music and dance. While at UNK, Zachary worked in the scene shop for 6 semesters. Zachary has also worked professionally in the scene shop at Brownville Village Theatre. He has painted for many productions including Fools, Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe, Silent Sky, and Schoolhouse Rock Live!

Andrew CANAAN Head Electrician - Andrew Canaan is ecstatic to return to the BHP for his third summer. Based out of Detroit, MI, Andew is finishing his third year of Grad School with an MFA in Lighting Design. With the Odd Couple as his BHP Lighting Debut, Andrew is excited to work and collaborate with the incredible casts and crew of the Playhouse as both a designer and Head Electrician.

Kenny ALLMAN This will be Kenny’s First summer working for Black Hills Playhouse; he is excited to spend time in this beautiful location and having the chance to work alongside the cast and crew to create a memorable season. For the last five years Kenny has worked as a collegiate technical director in the mid-west. He now works as a freelance designer and technical director in numerous high school, college and professional theaters.

Christian CHAMORRO Sound Designer The Mountaintop, The Odd Couple, Cinderella, Something Rotten!Christian started sound when he was 10 years old, learning from a recording artist who produced for many different people. He went on to work in churches and at Santa Monica High School with the group Running With Speakers where he worked with artists such as Michael McDonald, Weird Al, and Richard Paige. In the fall of this year Christian will be going to California State University Dominguez Hills to pursue an audio engineering bachelor’s degree.

Tailer BENSON Tailer Benson is from Elk River, Minnesota, and is getting their Theatre Arts and Communication Studies degree from Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall. This is their first year at the Black Hills Playhouse as a Stitching intern, and they are beyond excited to work with this amazing company!

Sarah CHRISTENSON Stitching Intern- Sarah is an actor/dancer/designer/technician based in the Twin Cities area, about to graduate with a BA in Theatre and minors in dance and business administration from the University of Northwestern, St. Paul. Select past theatre credits include Charon/costume designer - "The Lightning Thief Musical", Suzy/costume designer - "The Marvelous Wonderettes ‘58", Laura/costume designer "A Laura Ingalls Wilder Christmas." “I am so grateful for this opportunity and the chance to share these shows with you!”

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production LD DOWELL Stage Manager The Mountaintop, Cinderella-LD is so excited to be returning to the BHP family this year!

LD is originally from Odessa, MO, but has recently been traveling around the US, enjoying life as a freelance theatre artist. Some of her recent credits include “The Thorn” (Stage Manager /Ensemble)and “Stevie: Signed, Sealed, Delivered”(Production Assistant).

Five of LD’s favorite things are giraffes, tacos, rainbows, sunsets, and Jesus. LD would like to give a shoutout to her parents and b (sister), who are her biggest supporters!

Julie LASONCZYK Charge Artist- Julie is thrilled to return for her third season with BHP and is excited to share these wonderful stories with the community. She is an alum of the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati where she earned a BFA in scenic art.

As a painter she hopes to help create incredible scenery that helps bring the stories to life for everyone. The Playhouse holds a special place in her heart and is grateful for the support of her friends, family, and fellow company members.

Jared MCCURREN Stagecraft Intern- Jared McCurren is a BFA Theatre: Design and Technology student at the Jeanine Larson Dobbins Conservatory of Theatre and Dance at Southeast Missouri State University.

This is his first summer working here at the Black Hills Playhouse, as the stagecraft intern. He is very grateful that he was given this opportunity.

Recent credits: You Can’t Take It With You - Assistant Properties Artisan, Cinderella - Light Board Operator, and The World Premiere of The Romantic Movement - Assistant Properties Manager.

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Emily JONES Electrics Intern- Hello, my name is Emily Jones from Wichita, Kansas. I am attending Sterling College in Sterling, Kansas pursuing a Bachelors degree in Technical Theatre. I am exctied to be working with BHP as a Lighting Intern!

Krista LAUGHLIN Stitching Intern- Krista is a current student in her final year of undergrad as a major in Theatre: Design/Tech with an emphasis in costume construction and design. Her free time is taken up with her love of her three cats as well as reading, stargazing, and watching fantasy movies.

Sam MCGEHEE Stagecraft Intern- Sam McGehee is a technical theatre major at Kansas State University. This previous year they were involved in productions of Frankenstein and The Imaginary Invalid as an ASM, and was the Lighting Designer for a production of Madagascar Jr. Sam is excited to be joining Black Hills Playhouse for the summer.

Outside of theatre, Sam enjoys spending time with their cat, working on various art projects, and playing video games.

Kurtis NELSON Carpenter Intern- Kurtis is a Theatre Studies Major and Music Education Major at the University of South Dakota. He has assisted in the construction of every set that has performed since his arrival in 2020. His focus has shifted in his second year at university, as he took up costume construction and constructed garments for numerous shows.

This is his first year out at the playhouse and is excited to be returning back to the black hills for a summer of fun!

Alex KITCHELL Head Props-This is Alex’s first year with Black Hills Playhouse. Alex is currently a student at Southeast Missouri State University seeking his BFA Design and Tech degree with an emphasis in costume design. He has developed an interest into properties over the past few years. He is excited to make new memories and put on great shows this summer.

Ky MADISON Props Intern- Ky is very excited to be spending their first summer with the Blackhills Playhouse, coming all the way from Cape Girardeau, MO. They are a current student from the SEMO Dobbins Conservatory of Theatre and Art and are pursuing their BFA in Technical Theatre.

They are happy to be here and hope that you enjoy the show!

Luke MENZIES Head Carpenter Intern- My name is Luke Menzies and this will be my first season with Black Hills Playhouse, I'm excited to meet new people and to work in a professional theatre.

Bradley NODER Carpenter Intern- Bradley is a Sophomore BFA Design and Technology major with an emphasis in Stage Management from Southeast Missouri State University. He is very excited to be apart of Black Hills Summer Season.

Christina OLSON Costume Designer The Odd CoupleChristina is returning to the costume shop for her seventh summer and couldn’t be more delighted. In the off0season, she lives n Los Angeles and sews for a few different costume shops including The Center Theatre Group and AMDA. She is thrilled to return to the Hills and create costumes for the BHP’s 76th season.

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Alexandra RICE Stage Manager The Odd Couple, Something Rotten!- Alex (she/they) is excited to join the Black Hills Playhouse family for her first summer! She is a recent graduate from the University of North Dakota with a BA in Design and Technical Theatre. Recent productions include All's Well That Ends Well, Romeo and Juliet, and A Comedy of Errors, all performed Unrehearsed, as well as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and Silent Sky. Thank you for supporting BHP and enjoy the show!

Andrea SCHAEFER Choreographer - Something Rotten! Andrea is thrilled to return for her 4th season at the Black Hills Playhouse and she loves every minute of it. Andrea has dance with international choreographers abd dances professionally with numerous companies. She returned to the Black Hills after receiving her B.A. in Dance from the University of New Mexico. Andrea is the owner of Barefoot Dance Studio in Rapid City, equipped with four state of the art dance studios.

First Hand/Cutter/Draper - Ben is an active fiber artist living in Southeast Missouri.

Originally from Buffalo, New York, Ben worked as a costume designer and technician at many local theaters. They graduated from Wyoming University in 2020 from the American Studies program. While most of their time is spent as an adjunct at Southeast Missouri State University, they always find time to knit, spin, and sew.

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Kyle ALLMAN Customer Service Intern - Kyle Allman is currently a sophomore at Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas. This will be his first year at the Black Hills Playhouse, and he is very excited to learn and grow from this experience.

Trinity DIETRICH Customer Service Intern- Trinity is a full-time student at Black Hills State University, working on her two Bachelor's degrees in Theatre and Political Science. She has worked with local theatres for years designing sound, set, and lights, and still finding time to stage manage and direct. She's excited to be directing and designing her own rendition of The Odd Couple (The Female Version) in the fall for BHSU's 2022/23 Season. When she's not backstage she's at home playing board games with her friends or battling bandits in the wilds of Skyrim.

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Gabby DIEBOLD Customer Service Intern- Gabby is super excited to be spending her summer interning at Black Hills Playhouse for their 2022 season! Gabby is going to be entering her junior year at Southeast Missouri State University in the fall where she is earning her BFA in acting and appeared in their productions of "Guys and Dolls" and "Cinderella" this past school year. She is thrilled to be expanding her theater education this summer at Black Hills!

Brian ORTIZ Head Chef-Brian most recently worked as a chef for Custer Resort Company at the Sylvan Lake Lodge. He is excited to spend his first summer at the Black Hills Playhouse providing the creative direction and execution of meals for the BHP Company.

Bella DIETRICH Assistant Chef- Isabella is an undergraduate student at Black Hills State University. She loves reading and writing plays, cooking delicious meals, and binge-watching Xena: Warrior Princess. She is an ecstatic addition to The Black Hills Playhouse company, delighted by the fresh air and immersion in theater.

Kiley SNOBECK Groundskeeper Assistant/ Customer Service Intern- Originally from Farmington, MN, Kiley has recently completed her first year at Concordia College in Moorhead where she is double majoring in Theatre Art and English Writing with a minor in Business. her recent theatrical involvement includes The Mousetrap (Mrs. Boyle), Almost, Maine (Hope), and an adaptive production of Alice in Wonderland in partnership with Hope Inc. and Theatre B. Kiley serves as the Concordia College Box Office Manager and will add to her duties next year as the Project Manager of the Audience Development team.

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ED E DU UCATION CATION EDUCATION S PONSORS P ONSORS SPONSORS $5000+ $ 5000+

All-American Siding and Windows & USA Roofing - The Oceti Sakowin & Dakota Players Theatre Experience through the Black Hills Playhouse explores culture and storytelling in video-guided workshops. Each student receives a kit with materials that correlate to activities, worksheets worksheets, and reflection prompts prompts. See their ad on page 32 32. activities First Interstate Bank has stepped up in a big way to sponsor the season and education programs of the Black Hills Playhouse.

Dedicated to serving the people of the Great Plains, First Interstate Bank is a community bank with locations throughout Idaho, Montana, Oregon, South Dakota, Washington, and Wyoming. The great people at First Interstate Bank have provided incredible support for the BHP for many years. See their ad on page 7.

Massa Dental - Dr. Don Massa operates a successful practice in Hot Springs. He has served as a board member, a dedicated volunteer, and a philanthropic Angel for the Black Hills Playhouse for many years. This year, he expanded his participation to become a sponsor for our Education Programs. His dedication to youth and the benefits of participating in the theatre, particularly in lower income areas where such opportunities may not be available, is a source of pride. See their ad on page 36. $3000+ $ 3000+ Dream Design International and KTM Hani Shafai, owner of Dream Design, International not only cares about the property he is developing, but about the people who live there. Having grown up in war-torn Palestine, Hani learned early the art of adaptability, constant rebuilding and unwavering faith in what the world could become. Dream Design is a friend of BHP See their ad on page 55.

SDPB is proud to support the Education Programs of the BHP including Dakota Players Tours which take high-quality arts programs to schools and communities across South Dakota. SDBP also works to create awareness of special events at the BHP. SDPB is a vital community resource that produces and broadcasts high-quality, commercial free programs and valuable community projects that educate, enlighten and entertain. See their ad on page 40.

Sage Studios Photography We are proud to partner with Sage Studios in capturing high quality photos of our shows. With an artistic vision and a love for the arts, Master Photographer and Certified Professional Photographer Russell Lloyd Jensen has spent the last 20 years refining his craft. A recipient of numerous national awards for his photography, Russell has been recognized nationally for his portrait and commercial/illustrative photography. This year Sage Studios is a sponsor of the BHP Jr. Camps for kids. See their ad on page 21.

$1000+ $ 1000+ First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard This company is one of the strongest financial organizations in the nation. First PREMIER Bank offers 16 branches throughout eastern South Dakota and has been named a Best Bank to Work For seven straight years by American Banker magazine. S&P also named First PREMIER the best performing large community bank in the nation in 2021. PREMIER Bankcard is the nation’s 12th largest issuer of Mastercard credit cards. With locations in Sioux Falls, Watertown, Huron and Dakota Dunes, it serves more than 3 million customers nationwide.

Together, the organization employs about 2,000 people and supports nearly 700 nonprofit organizations and events.

Sanford Health Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization serves more than one million patients and 220,000 health plan members across 250,000 square miles. The integrated health system has 47 medical centers, 2,800 Sanford physicians and advanced practice providers, 170 clinical investigators and research scientists, more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations and world clinics in 8 countries around the globe

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PHI P HIL LANTHROPIC ANTHROPIC PHILANTHROPIC LEADERS L EADERS Andrew W. Mellon Foundation through Arts Midwest The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, through Arts Midwest, awarded the BHP with a $50,000 Resilience Fund Grant because of the diverse work we do in rural communities across South Dakota. The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and believes that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom to be found there. Through their grants, they seek to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive.

Black Hills Playhouse Alumni Association Since its earliest inception, the BHPAA organized reunions to bring new and old alums together. It has organized and executed several major projects for the good of the BHP including raising funds to build Haberman Hall, producing a fundraiser to buy drapes for the stage, organizing reunions (in 2021 over Zoom!), and, helping to raise funds for the On Our Side project which replaced the aging siding on the Warren M. Lee Theatre, insulating the building for the first time in its history, and re-roofing the building. The BHP is grateful for all of the critical support from alums over the years.

Black Hills Area Community Foundation The Black Hills Area Community Foundation holds the newly created quasi-endowed Black Hills Playhouse Board Reserve Fund and the Landon Fund, an endowment created in memory of Stephen Landon, a talented scenic designer for the BHP. To donate to the BHP Board Reserve or Landon funds, please contact Jeff Kingsbury at jeff@blackhillsplayhouse.com or by calling 605 255-4910.

BankWest For more than 130 years, BankWest SD has earned long-term customer relationships by helping their customers and communities succeed while retaining hometown values and roots. BankWest has been a capital and program sponsor for decades and we are grateful for all they do to preserve and promote the arts through support of the Black Hills Playhouse.

Jack and Ruth Cannon Memorial Fund of the South Dakota Community Foundation Jack and Ruth Cannon were longtime supporters of the BHP. Jack wrote reviews of the shows in the Rapid City Journal for many years.

They carried on their support after their passing by setting up an endowment fund at the South Dakota Community Foundation that provides funds for our artistic programs annually. Interested in investing in the BHP through an endowment? These funds provide essential support for the BHP Family of Programs. Contact Linda Anderson at 605-255-4910 ext 2 for more information.

Custer State Park and SD Department of Game, Fish, & Parks Custer State Park encompasses 71,000 acres of spectacular terrain and an abundance of wildlife. CSP offers a world of adventure and fun, including family activities like shows at the Black Hills Playhouse. The park includes Sylvan Lake Lodge, Legion Lake Lodge, Blue Bell Lodge, and the State Game Lodge. It has been the home of the Black Hills Playhouse since 1946 and CSP has been a great partner over the years. The SD Department of Game, Fish, & Parks was instrumental this year in helping to repeal outdated legislation regarding the Playhouse related to repair and maintenance and also in advocating for federal funds to help replace our antiquated sewer systems.

Meg and Loyd Garrison The Garrison’s have provided significant annual support to the Playhouse for years which has resulted in the growth of innovative statewide arts programs and improvements to the BHP in Custer State Park. Every year this support is kindly matched by the Shell Foundation which increases their donation impact! Do you have a match for donations through your employer? Get in touch with Jeff Kingsbury, jeff@blackhillsplayhouse.com to help facilitate a matching gift.

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PHI P HIL LANTHROPIC ANTHROPIC PHILANTHROPIC LEADERS L EADERS Guardians of the BHP Because our donors are fiffierce, erce, we have changed the name of Friends of the BHP to Guardians of the BHP. Our guardians are warriors who bbelieve li iin the h positive i i fforce off the h BHP andd support iit year iin andd year out. Our ddonors, volunteers, l bboard, d andd staff ff d f are a group off can-do folks who know that we can overcome almost anything if we work together. See a list of the Guardians at blackhillsplayhouse.com/guardians2021 & blackhillsplayhouse.com/guardians2022.

Deb Kuehn Deb and her family are long-time supporters of the BHP over many years. In 2021 Deb went the extra mile by offering to be a matching donor for the Day of Giving fundraiser, The End Is Near. The event raised over $42,000 thanks to Deb’s generosity and inspiration to other donors.

Larson Family Foundation The Larson Family Foundation continues to support the preservation of the Black Hills Playhouse with their a generous donation to the On Your Side: Siding & Insulation Campaign this year. Since 2012, the Larson Foundation has played an important role in funding improvements to the physical plant.

Julie Oswald + Oswald Family Foundation Julie is a passionate advocate for arts and culture in our region, supporting many causes. Through the Oswald Family Foundation, she has donated significantly to the Black Hills Playhouse since 2013 for operations, program, and capital, strengthening and preserving the Playhouse for future generations. In addition, she is co-owner of The Custer Beacon, which provides the Southern Black Hills with a space to eat, drink, play, and be together. Check out this amazing entertainment venue at custerbeacon.com.

Eileen Rossow Owner of Perigrine Point Bed & Breakfast and former member of the BHP Board of Directors, Eileen has generously supported the BHP for many years, but most recently as a large donor to the On Your Side Campaign.

Sheldon Reese Foundation The Sheldon Reese Foundation has supported efforts of the Playhouse for many years with generous donations. This year they are supporting the BHP Jr. Performing Arts Camps in the Black Hills for kids.

Shuttered Venue Operators Grant – US Small Business Administration Critical operational funding was awarded to the Black Hills Playhouse this year and last to help offset the effects of COVD to our operations.

South Dakota Arts Council Support is provided with funds from the State of South Dakota through the Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Black Hills Playhouse receives a Challenge Grant and is a recipient of a Statewide Services Grant which provides arts experiences for communities statewide. Additional Covid Relief funds were provided by grants to the Playhouse through the SDAC in 2020 and 2021.

South Dakota Community Foundation Support from the SD Community Foundation is funding statewide educational efforts for the Oceti Sakowin + Dakota Players Theatre Experience – see pg.59. We are grateful for the many projects SDCF has funded over the years.

University of South Dakota The University of South Dakota has provided support for all 76 years of the BHP existence and employs the Executive Director. The BHP in turn, employs professors and students from USD, takes arts programs to students and families statewide through the Dakota Players Tour programs and BHP Jr. Performing Arts Camps, inspiring future USD Coyotes to study the arts in South Dakota. We are looking forward to hosting a USD Alumni Association gathering on Friday, July 29th of this year!

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Lavonne Ackerman Mike and Kim Albertson Brad and Linda Anderson Cherril and Don Brown Christine Chamberlin and Bob Reich Gene and Linda Fennell Meg and Loyd Garrison Tom and Carol Geu Betsy Groves Eric and Pris Hagen Scot and Mary Hoscheid James and Ardis Johnson De and Dave Knudson Deb Kuehn Joan Likness Dr Don and Rebecca Massa Mark and Meredith Meersman Curtis and Kim Mortenson Julie Oswald Eileen Rossow Barbara Terry-Porter Elf Swan

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GROUNDS G ROUNDS S PONSORS P ONSORS SPONSORS Custer Mile High Garden Club objectives gardening, promote Custer Mile High Garden Club’s obj b ectives are to stimulate interest in gardening bj community beautification, improvement of the environment, improve knowledge and skills in all aspects of gardening, and to conserve native plants. Every year they provide plants and labor to create the beautiful flower beds in front of the theatre.

Plantsmyth The Plantsmyth in Rapid City focuses on providing gardeners with quality nursery stock, greenhouse plants, garden and landscaping supplies along with the best information available. This season the Plantsymth worked with Jeff Kingsbury to select and donate many of the exceptionally beautiful plants and flowers in our hanging baskets.

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F AMILY A MILY O OF F FAMILY SUPPORTERS S UPPORTERS

Family of Supporters

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A Walk in The Woods .......................... 41 Affordable Adventures .......................... 29 All-American Siding and Window .......................... 32 And USA Roofing .......................... 31 American Family Insurance .......................... 23 Augustana Theatre .......................... 49 Auto Choice .......................... 40 BankWest .......................... 53 Black Hills Community Theatre .......................... 47 Black HIlls Energy .......................... 27 Black Hills Oral Surgery .......................... 24 Brian Hagg .......................... 17 Custer Area Arts Council .......................... 56 Custer Beacon .......................... 25 Custer State Park .......................... 34 Dakotah Steakhouse .......................... 41 Dream Design .......................... 55 Exit Realty .......................... 37 Fenenga DeSmet .......................... 21 First Interstate Bank .......................... 7 Flutter Productions .......................... 12 Ghost Canyon Getawa .......................... 58 Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson and Ashmore, LLP .......................... 24 Hillard Wealth Solution .......................... 64 Homeslice .......................... 53 Jeff Partridge .......................... 11 Jenner Equipment .......................... 16 Jenny’s Floral .......................... 28

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Knecht Hardware .......................... 18 KOTA .......................... 48 KTM .......................... 55 Lampert Properties .......................... 41 Lynn’s Dakotamart .......................... 21 Martin Drug .......................... 50 Massa Dental .......................... 36 Denny Menholt Chevrolet .......................... 4 Martin Drug .......................... 39 Miner’s Cup .......................... 51 Monument Health .......................... 60 Peregrine Pointe B & B .......................... 16 Powder House Lodge .......................... 36 Prairie Berry Winery .......................... 49 Premier Family Eyecare .......................... 39 Rapid City Medical Center .......................... 57 RCS Construction .......................... 44 Reptile Gardens .......................... 29 Rock Solid Enterprises .......................... 51 Sage Studios .......................... 21 Scull Construction .......................... 63 South Dakota Public Broadcasting .......................... 40 Skogen Kitchen .......................... 7 TallGrass Landscape Architecture .......................... 18 USD Recruiting .......................... 13 USD Theatre .......................... 45 Visit Rapid City .......................... 8 Westhills Village .......................... 2

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76 7 6T TH H S SEASON EASON 76TH D EDICATION E DICATION DEDICATION

We dedicate the 76th Season to The Physical Plant Committee of the Black Hills Playhouse Rick Giesel Randy Niles Ron Jeffries Charolyn Mize Monni Karim Jonathan Allender-Zivic All-American Siding & Windows USA Roofing and to the Generous Donors and Funders who made the New Frontier Theatre, On Your Side: Siding & Insulation, roofing of every structure on the campus, and costume shop floor repair projects possible in 2021 - 2022.

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