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SIGNIFICANT PRODUCTIONS BOARD
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President Elliot Sussman, MD, MBA
Vice President Marcus Bridgewater
Treasurer Donna Taylor
Secretary Elizabeth Constant
Board Member Jason Goedken
WHITNEY MORSE on
The Sharon®L. Morse
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Dear Patron of the Arts,
Welcome to The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center!
This year marks a very special milestone—10 years since The Sharon first opened its doors. What began in 2015 as a bold dream has grown into a vibrant home for live performance, rooted in the adventurous and artistic spirit of my grandmother, Sharon L. Morse.
Over the past decade, we’ve been honored to earn your trust, show by show, standing ovation by standing ovation. Whether you’re here tonight to experience a beloved Broadway tour, a favorite artist, or something entirely new, know that every performance has been thoughtfully curated by our passionate team of artists and arts administrators.
As we celebrate our first ten years, we’re also stepping into an exciting new chapter: The Sharon is now proudly powered by Significant Productions, a registered nonprofit dedicated to creating meaningful, memorable arts experiences in our community. With this new foundation, we’re not only preserving what makes The Sharon special, we’re building toward a future filled with bold ideas, diverse stories, and even more opportunities to surprise and delight you.
Thank you for being part of this journey. We’re so glad you’re here. Enjoy the show, and here’s to the next ten years of discovery, connection, and applause.
See You at The Sharon,
Whitney Morse
Founder & Artistic Consultant
Significant Productions
ART. ARTISTS. AUDIENCE. SIGNIFICANT PRODUCTIONS (SIGPRO) is a Non-Profit arts organization that operates The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center (The Sharon) & The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol (The Studio).
OUR MISSION; SigPro cultivates a diverse collaborative community with a focus on artists' well-being that strives to provoke thought and spark conversation through high quality performing arts.
OUR TEAM MEMBERS
We believe that fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace is essential for the creation of exceptional art. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion extends to our employees. This ensures every individual who contributes to our productions feels valued and empowered. We actively promote a workplace culture that embraces differences and encourages collaboration among our diverse team of artists, technicians, administrators, and volunteers.
Thank You
FOR SUPPORTING SIGNIFICANT PRODUCTIONS
STANDING OVATION
$2,022 A YEAR
Jim & Dee Judd
Elliot Sussman
John Swartz
ENCORE ENTHUSIASTS
$60 A MONTH
Celeste Hankins
John Hilt
April Linscott
Marianne Niesen
Jim Ward
ARTS AMBASSADORS
$30 A MONTH
Bob & Diane Kendi
Edward & Gayle Labuda
Kathleen Litch
Holly Nicholson
Bonnie Park
Karen B. & Clarence Russell Jr.
Patricia Schlemmer
Donna Silver
Donna Taylor
Jan & Dave Thomas
Bob & Iris Trinh
Barbara & John Van Dyke
Melissa Warner
DEDICATIONS
Ursula Becker
Peg Fiore
Alice Stogden
Jackson L. Straub III, M.D.
Lorraine Torgerson
Thank you to our Vibe Setters and anonymous donors.
BIOGRAPHIES
CHASE PADGETT, Performer - Writer
Chase Padgett is an actor, singer, guitarist, and improviser who recently made his network TV debut as a semi-finalist on Fox’s newest reality singing show, ‘Alter Ego.’
As a Florida native, he studied music at the University of Central Florida while learning improv at the SAK Comedy Lab, the same theater that gave Wayne Brady his start.
After working for Disney and Universal in various comedic actor roles. He premiered his first solo show ‘6 Guitars’ in 2010 and quickly began performing to sold out houses and rave reviews across North America.
Chase’s penchant for musical improv flavors all of his performances and has led to working with stars from the hit comedy show ‘Whose Line Is It Anyway,’ as well as working as a guest entertainer for Disney Cruise Line.
Currently, Chase is developing/performing a new one man called “Lucky Break” in addition to touring his other shows such as ‘Nashville Hurricane,’ and ‘6 Guitars.’ He just recently moved back to Central Florida after being away for nearly a decade. He loves his family, friends, and his (too) many guitars.
JAY HOPKINS, Writer - Director
Jay Hopkins has been directing, acting, writing and improvising professionally since 1988. He has a BFA in Acting and Directing from UNC-Greensboro. In 1992 he joined SAK Theatre in Orlando, FL in the Core Ensemble, then as a Creative Producer and Head of Education, ultimately being inducted into the SAK Hall of Fame in 2001.
In 2004 with his wife Diana, Jay formed Jester Theater where he has performed in and/or directed all of its shows including; A Tuna Christmas, Noises Off and the Southeast premiere of The Musical of Musicals: The Musical. In 2008, Samuel French, Inc. published his play The Iliad, The Odyssey and All of Greek Mythology in 99 minutes or less which is being performed around the world.
Jay works with Universal Studios Orlando, Walt Disney World, Florida Studio Theatre, Ideas to Go and Team H Productions, to name a few. Helping develop shows is a passion and collaborating with Chase to create 6 Guitars has been one of Jay’s most rewarding experiences in his theatrical career.
More than anything Jay loves his wife Diana and all his family. Outside of work, Jay enjoys poker, traveling, movies, and music (although he currently plays no instruments).
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Great theatre requires talent, passion, and the support of our community. The Villages values the power of art and recognizes Significant Productions’ role in enriching our lifestyle. Join them, as we have, in ensuring that live theater continues to thrive.
POWERING art IN THE COMMUNITY THROUGH
Free Memory Screens
Hand-Selected Jewelry from the World’s Finest Brands
Hand-Selected Jewelry from the World’s Finest Brands
Expert Repairs by In-House Master Jewelers
Expert by In-House Master
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Appraisals On-Site GIA Gemologists in The Community for 25 Years
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