MAINSTAGE SEASON SPONSORS
CHARLOTTE & BOB OTTO
It is a joy to sponsor the 2025 season of world-class productions created right here at Flat Rock Playhouse.
We hope you enjoy the show.
Thank you for supporting Flat Rock Playhouse.
Dear esteemed patrons,
As we prepare to take to the stage, we are reminded of the profound impact that your presence has on our craft. You are the spark that ignites the flame of our passion, the wind that fills the sails of our creativity, and the sunshine that nourishes the bloom of our art.
As artists, we are driven by an insatiable desire to create, to express, and to connect with others through our work. But this desire would remain unfulfilled without the vital support and appreciation that you, our dear patrons, provide. You are the raisond’être of our endeavors, the reason why we toil and strive to bring forth the best that is within us.
Your presence in our theatre is not merely a pleasure, but a necessity. Without you, our words would fall on deaf ears, our movements would be mere gestures, and our music would be but a silent melody.
And yet, because of you, we are able to do what we love most in the world. We are able to lose ourselves in the thrill of storytelling, to find ourselves in the applause and accolades, and to rediscover ourselves in the joy and wonder of creation.
So, we offer our deepest gratitude to each one of you. Thank you for being our inspiration, our motivation, and our reward. Thank you for allowing us to share our art with you, and for being a part of the grand tapestry that is our collective experience.
We hope that you will continue to join us on this wondrous journey, to laugh with us, to cry with us, and to be moved by the beauty and power of the human spirit. For in the end, it is not just a play that we present to you, but a reflection of all of us: our hopes, our dreams, and our very humanity.
With appreciation and respect,
Lisa K. Bryant
This project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
Producing live theatre, by its very nature, creates a vibrant community—one that fosters connection, growth, and creative exploration, from backstage to center stage to the house seats.
Community begins offstage. Our talented staff, crew, and artists collaborate for weeks—sometimes months—to bring each production to life. From the stage floor to the lighting grid, every element is meticulously crafted. Our team brings their education, experience, and passion, making every performance at Flat Rock Playhouse a one-of-a-kind experience. As each production is unique, requiring deep collaboration, cultivating opportunities for continued learning and growth.
That sense of community carries onto the stage. During the casting, our artistic team thoughtfully assembles ensembles that not only fit the roles but also complement one another—artistically and personally. The rehearsal process demands vulnerability, trust, and dedication. As the cast works together to shape a production, bonds form that enhance their performances bringing authenticity and emotional depth to the stage. When artists unite in harmony, something magical happens— a spark that ignites not only among the performers but in the hearts of everyone watching.
Each production is crafted with care, heart, and an unwavering commitment to excellence making every moment on stage as impactful and unforgettable as possible. Through this process, not only do stories come to life, but the individuals involved grow—as artists, as collaborators, and as people.
This growth is then passed to the final and most vital piece of the puzzle: you—our audience. Once the curtain rises, community extends into the seats. Each performance becomes a shared moment between strangers who laugh together, gasp together, and are moved together. Live theatre offers a rare and powerful form of connection, allowing us to feel deeply and reflect together. In those moments, a collective understanding is born—one that we carry with us beyond the theatre walls. As a patron, you are not just an observer; you are a participant in this living, breathing art form. Your presence is essential to the magic of live theatre and to the community that makes it so meaningful.
I am proud to represent a professional producing theatre that believes in the transformative power of community. It is my privilege to help ensure that Flat Rock continues to be a space where creativity thrives, connections are forged, and unforgettable experiences are shared.
Together, we make theatre. Together, we build community. Thank you for being a patron of Flat Rock Playhouse.
Sam Yaeger Goodrum
On behalf of the Board of Trustees, thank you for being a part of the Flat Rock Playhouse family. We are proud to be a professional producing theatre with the mission of enriching lives through the art of theatre.
So, what does it mean to be a producing theatre? It means everything you see is planned, crafted, and presented right here on The Rock. The scenery, the costumes, the props, the choreography, the direction, the performers—everything that goes into a show… it all happens here.
But that’s not all. We offer classes and performance opportunities for the next generation of theatre artists through our Playhouse Jr. and Apprentice programs. We are in the schools, reaching more than 10,000 students and teachers. And we Rock Out! to bring performances to the community.
None of this happens without you. We appreciate your support as patrons, students, donors, volunteers, and ambassadors. If you’d like to get more involved, or if you have any comments or questions, please reach out to me at FRPBoardPresident@flatrockplayhouse.org. I’d love to hear from you.
Again, thank you for being part of this magical place on The Rock.
Charlotte Otto President, Flat Rock Board of Trustees
Connie Backlund
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Since our theatre began, we have depended on generous patrons and donors. By including Flat Rock Playhouse in your will, you can ensure great storytelling, teaching, and performing for future generations.
Endowment Funding is a wonderful way for ensuring the Playhouse’s future. Savvy donors can endow their current gifts through their will. For example, a bequest of $2500 would permanently endow an annual gift of $100. A bequest of $25,000 would create a named fund that would generate $1,000+ perpetually.
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At Flat Rock Playhouse, all people – whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, religion, education, or ability – are valued and respected.
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Book By Douglas
Book By
Words and Music by Douglas Mc Grath
McGrath
Words and Music By
Gerry Goffin & Carole King
Gerry Goffin & Carole King
Barry Mann & Cynthia Weil
Barry Mann & Cynthia Weil
Music By Arrangement with Sony Music Publishing
Orchestrations, Vocal and Incidental Music Arrangements
Orchestrations, Vocal and Incidental Music Arrangements
STEVE SIDWELL
Additional Music Arrangements by Steve Sidwell Jason Howland
Additional Music Arrangements by JASON HOWLAND
Originally Produced on Broadway by Paul Blake Sony Music Publishing Mike Bosner
DIRECTOR
AMY E. JONES
SCENIC DESIGNER
DENNIS C. MAULDEN
SOUND DESIGNER
KURT DAVIS
PROPS MANAGER
KENZIE CONNER
ASSIST. STAGE MANAGER VICTORIA COULTER
ASSOC. MUSIC DIRECTOR LUCAS COLÓN
CHOREOGRAPHER MADDIE FRANKE
COSTUME DESIGNER
TRAVIS M. GRANT
HAIR & MAKEUP DESIGNER MATT OLIVER
PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER BILL MUÑOZ*
STAGE MANAGER LINDSEY A. MOSS*
PRODUCTION MANAGER
ADAM GOODRUM
ASSOC. CHOREOGRAPHER
ALFRED JACKSON
ETHAN ANDERSEN...................CONDUCTOR / KEYBOARD 1
LUCAS COLÓN................................................KEYBOARD 2
PAUL BABELAY.................................DRUMS / PERCUSSION ANDY PRESTON..........................................................BASS
RYAN GUERRA ........................................................GUITAR
MUSIC DIRECTOR/ ASST. DIRECTOR ETHAN ANDERSEN
LIGHTING DESIGNER
TODD WREN
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR TOM WILLSON
ASSIST. STAGE MANAGER AMELIA DRISCOLL*
ASSOC. PRODUCTION MANAGER JOSHUA D. STEWART
CASTING BY DALE BROWN, CSA
MISTY RONDEAU.....................................................REED 1 JIM ANTHONY.........................................................REED 2
MAX KINARD........................................................TRUMPET RIENETTE DAVIS................................................TROMBONE
THE CAST (in alphabetical order)
DAVE J. ABRAMS*……..........................................DRIFTER
BERLIN LEE CHARLES..……....................................DRIFTER
MAYA J. CHRISTIAN*……..................SHIRELLE/ LITTLE EVA
MATTHEW CHRISTIAN*……........................GERRY GOFFIN
ELISE FRANCES DANIELLS*.....................SHIRELLE/JANELLE
MADDIE FRANKE*…….......................MARYLYN/ ESEMBLE
CONNER JOHN GILLOOLY*……....................BARRY MANN
MANNY HOUSTON*…….......................................DRIFTER
ALFRED JACKSON*…….........................................DRIFTER
BRIAN KLIMOWSKI*...NEIL SEDAKA/RIGHTEOUS BROTHER/ ..........................................................................LOU ADLER
RACHEL PRATHER*……................................CAROLE KING GALLOWAY STEVENS*……...... RIGHTEOUS BROTHER/NICK
SHA’LEAH NIKOLE STUBBLEFIELD*..........SHIRELLE/LUCILLE
AMANDA TONG*……..............................BETTY/ENSEMBLE SCOTT TREADWAY*.....................................DON KIRSHNER
EMILY GRACE TUCKER*…..….......................CYNTHIA WEIL
CALLAN WHITE*..............................................GENIE KLEIN
JAHLAYNIA WINTERS....……................................SHIRELLE
Beautiful is presented through special arrangment with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.
*Denotes member of Actors’ Equity Association
ACT 1
Overture
So Far Away...........................................................................................................................Carole
Oh! Carol.....................................................................................................................Neil Sedaka
1650 Medley..................................................................................................................Ensemble
It Might As Well Rain Until September.................................................................................Carole Some Kind of Wonderful..............................................................................Carole, Gerry, Drifters Happy Days/Cynthia...........................................................................................................Cynthia
Take Good Care of My Baby...........................................................................Carole, Gerry, Drifters
Who Put the Bomp................................................................................................................ Barry
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?.........................................................................................Carole
He’s Sure the Boy I Love...........................................................................................Cynthia, Barry
Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow (Shirelles)......................................................................Shirelles Up on the Roof..........................................................................................................Gerry, Drifters
On Broadway...................................................................................................................... Drifters
The Locomotion.............................................................................................. Little Eva, Ensemble
You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling.............................................................. Barry, Righteous Brothers
One Fine Day.................................................................................................... Janelle, Ensemble
One Fine Day Reprise............................................................................Carole, Janelle, Ensemble
ACT 2
Where You Lead/Entr’acte
Chains................................................................................................................ Carole, Ensemble
Walking in the Rain..................................................................................................Barry, Cynthia
Pleasant Valley Sunday...........................................................................Marilyn, Gerry, Ensemble
We Gotta Get Out of This Place...............................................................................................Barry
Will You Still Love Me Reprise..............................................................................................Carole Uptown.................................................................................................Uptown Soloist, Ensemble
It’s Too Late...........................................................................................................................Carole
You’ve Got a Friend...........................................................................Carole, Barry, Cynthia, Donny
You Make Me Feel Like a Natural Woman .........................................................Carole, Ensemble
Beautiful.............................................................................................................Carole, Ensemble
There will be a 15 minute intermission.
DAVE J. ABRAMS* (DRIFTER)
ELISE FRANCES DANIELLS* (SHIRELLE / JANELLE)
ALFRED JACKSON* (DRIFTER)
BERLIN LEE CHARLES (DRIFTER)
MADDIE FRANKE* (MARILYN / ENSEMBLE)
BRIAN KLIMOWSKI* (NEIL SEDAKA / RIGHTEOUS BROTHER / LOU ADLER)
SHA’LEAH NIKOLE STUBBLEFIELD* (SHIRELLE / LUCILLE)
AMANDA TONG* (BETTY / ENSEMBLE)
MAYA J. CHRISTIAN* (SHIRELLE / LITTLE EVA)
CONNER JOHN GILLOOLY* (BARRY MANN)
RACHEL PRATHER* (CAROLE KING)
SCOTT TREADWAY* (DON KIRSHNER)
GALLOWAY STEVENS* (RIGHTEOUS BROTHER / NICK)
DAVE J. ABRAMS* (DRIFTER) NYC: HIPPEST TRIP: THE SOUL TRAIN MUSICAL. Tours: A Strange Loop. Regional: SPELLING BEE, IN THE HEIGHTS, A CHORUS LINE. TV/Film: THE MESSENGER (YouTube), Prescience. Thank you to Flat Rock Playhouse, Pantera/Murphy the Agency, my team, my family, my dracaena plant Spikes, and for all of you theatre fans out there! Please enjoy this story of bravery, equality, and love. @davejabrams
BERLIN LEE CHARLES (DRIFTER) is excited to make his Flat Rock debut in BEAUTIFUL! His favorite credits include the International Tour of SISTER ACT THE MUSICAL in South Korea, regional productions of BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL in Michigan, Wisconsin and Missouri, Purlie with American Theatre Group, and the Off-Broadway premiere of SWAN LAKE ROCK OPERA. Proud AMDA alum. Berlin’s music is available for streaming anywhere music plays! instagram: @berberguccibear
MAYA J. CHRISTIAN* (SHIRELLE / LITTLE EVA) (she/her) is thrilled to return to her home state to make her Flat Rock Playhouse debut! Following BEAUTIFUL, Maya can be seen again at Flat Rock Playhouse playing Annie in THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG. Favorite credits include JAGGED LITTLE PILL 1st Nat’l Tour (Swing/Frankie cover), SIX (Anna of Cleves, Norwegian Cruise Lines), SWEET CHARITY (Daddy Brubeck, Gulfshore Playhouse), THE WOLVES (#13, Repertory Theatre of St. Louis), INTO THE WOODS (Little Red Riding Hood, The Barnstormers Theatre), BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL (Lucille, Phoenix Theatre Company). BFA Musical Theatre ’20, Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University. Maya would love to thank her friends, family, and partner for their continued support! Instagram: @mayathemusical, mayajchristian.com
MATTHEW CHRISTIAN* (GERRY GOFFIN) National Tour: Company. Off-Broadway: Roundabout Theatre, Baryshnikov Arts Center, 59E59. Regional: Bay Street Theater, American Repertory Theatre, Two River Theater. TV/film: upcoming Tribeca Festival short film GOD’S LONELY MAGICIAN, A CRIME TO REMEMBER (Discovery ID), Labor Day (Paramount). BA: Harvard. MFA: A.R.T./MXAT Institute at Harvard.
ELISE FRANCES DANIELLS* (SHIRELLE / JANELLE) is a classically trained crossover opera and musical theatre artist, loving both worlds equally. Based out of NYC, this is her first show with Flat Rock Playhouse and first time in North Carolina. Thank you all for the warm welcome! Previous select credits include: U/S Josephine Baker (Off-Broadway’s HARMONY: A NEW MUSICAL), Squeak (THE COLOR PURPLE), Lorrell (DREAMGIRLS), and Soprano/Featured Dancer (Carmen with AZ Opera). Representation: Pantera/Murphy The Agency. IG: @elisedaniellsmusic
MADDIE FRANKE* (MARILYN / ENSEMBLE) started as an apprentice at FRP in 2008, and they just can’t seem to get rid of her. Her most recent credits here include JESUS CRIST SUPERSTAR, BOEING BOEING, CABARET, and JERSEY BOYS. In addition to performing she also a choreographer and is on the marketing team. Other credits include; Off Broadway: SLEEP NO MORE Regional: The Arvada Center, ArtPark, THE STEPHEN FOSTER STORY. Elon University alum. Big thanks to Amy, Ethan, Alfred, Christy and my family both at home and here on The Rock, love y’all.
CONNER JOHN GILLOOLY* (BARRY MANN) Flat Rock debut! Previous credits include Dewey Finn in SCHOOL OF ROCK–THE MUSICAL (Broadway, International Tour), DANNY GIRL (Edinburgh Fringe). TV: FBI: MOST WANTED (CBS), THE EQUALIZER (CBS). Deep thanks to the creative team, cast, and crew here at Flat Rock. Love to Raggie and Marty.
MANNY HOUSTON* (DRIFTER) Originally from Charleston, SC. Manny grew up studying in the YouthTheater Program as a teen under Betsy Bisson and Lisa K. Bryant. He recently made his Broadway debut in the Tony Award winning show ILLINOISE in the role of Arctiini! Other Credits include: Off-Broadway-FORBIDDEN BROADWAY NEXT GENERATION, WELCOME TO THE BIG DIPPER INN, STUNTBOY. Tour: FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME (Las Vegas). Manny is also a professional songwriter who holds a degree in classical piano performance from the College of Charleston. Instagram: @themannyhouston
ALFRED JACKSON* (DRIFTER) is thrilled to return to the Flat Rock Playhouse, where his dynamic presence truly shines. Hailing from South Central LA, Alfred has spent his life captivating audiences across the globe. His journey began early at the Marla Gibbs Performing Arts Centre and the Amazing Grace Conservatory, where his passion for the stage took root and blossomed into a professional career.Alfred’s impressive portfolio spans both theatrical and television realms. He was recently featured in the acclaimed musical DREAM GIRLS and has previously graced the stages of BOOK OF MORMON (Australia), RENT, GLEE, MICHAEL JACKSON’S MAN IN THE MIRROR, TAKE ON ME: THE MUSICAL, and GENERAL HOSPITAL. His work in Sarafina earned him the prestigious NAACP Award for Best Choreographer in a Musical. In addition to his stage work, Alfred has collaborated with musical legends like Diane Warren, Rodney Jerkins, and Brian Michael Cox. He also recently appeared in the streaming sensation REMEMBER ME: THE MAHALIA JACKSON STORY on Hulu. Alfred’s artistry extends into his music. His latest album, U.G.L.Y (Ur Greatest Legacy’s You), available on all streaming platforms, delves into themes of self-love, self-worth, and the importance of acknowledging one’s impact. Through this project, Alfred inspires listeners to consider the legacy they are crafting and the mark they will leave on the world. For Alfred Jackson, the essence of his work is not just in the performances but in using music as a powerful medium to explore self-discovery, love, andthe enduring legacies we all have the potential to create.
BRIAN KLIMOWSKI* (NEIL SEDAKA/RIGHTEOUS BROTHER/ LOU ADLER) is thrilled to make his Flat Rock Playhouse debut in BEAUTIFUL! Recently: Oaken in FROZEN (Maltz Jupiter), BEAUTIFUL (Maltz Jupiter), Squidward in THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL (Slow Burn, Carbonell Nomination), CINDERELLA (Geva/ASF), THE GOODBYE GIRL, THE BIG MIX, CYRKUS VAMPYR, ANYTHING GOES (Billy). Brian is also a professional juggler, yo-yo pro, close-up magician, trick roper, stilt walker, and circus artist. He has recently performed his original juggling/circus acts on stages such as Radio City, The Slipper Room, Bindlestiff Cirkus, Club Cumming and more. @ BrianKlimowski | BrianKlimowski.com
RACHEL PRATHER* (CAROLE KING) is incredibly grateful to play the role of Carole King here at Flat Rock Playhouse. She is fresh off her run starring as Vanda in VENUS IN FUR as part of DCT’s inaugural production in St. Petersburg, Florida. On Broadway this season, she was seen in CULT OF LOVE by Leslye Headland. Previously on Broadway, she played Little Fan in A CHRISTMAS CAROL (adapted by Jack Thorne), and originated the role of Julia in the 10-time Tony Award-winning musical, THE BAND’S VISIT. Other credits include: ONCE (1st National Tour); PETER AND THE STARCATCHER (1st National Tour); THE BAND’S VISIT (Atlantic); FIDDLER ON THE ROOF; NINE. She received her BFA in musical theater from The Boston Conservatory. Special thanks to Jeremy, CGF Talent, Flat Rock Playhouse and her family for making this possible. IG: @raypray
GALLOWAY STEVENS* (RIGHTEOUS BROTHER / NICK) is pleased to be returning to his hometown, and its historic “Rock” after enjoying a spring stretch portraying Tim Brady in THE CAKE at California’s San Luis Obispo Repertory Theater. Past FRP credits include Gyp DeCarlo in JERSEY BOYS, and King Maximilian in RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA. Other regional credits include Sweeney Todd in SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET, Sagot in PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE, Professor Callahan in LEGALLY BLONDE, Sam Phillips in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET (Oregon Cabaret Theatre); Gomez in THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL, Oliver “Daddy” Warbucks in ANNIE! (Temple Theatre Company); Bruce Bechdel in FUN HOME, Cervantes/Don Quixote in THE MAN OF LA MANCHA (Harlequin Productions of Olympia, WA); Franklin Hart, Jr. in 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL (Timberlake Playhouse); Jud Fry in OKLAHOMA! (Pacific Conservatory Theatre). IG: @thegallo_way
SHA’LEAH NIKOLE STUBBLEFIELD* (SHIRELLE / LUCILLE) (she/her) is thrilled to return to The Rock, having had an incredible time performing in THE MUSIC OF DIRTY DANCING She is overjoyed to take on this next “beautiful” journey in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL. A dynamic performer with powerhouse vocals,Sha’Leah has had the honor of sharing the stage and lending her voice to music icons such as Beyoncé, Lizzo, Stevie Wonder, Elton John, Billie Eilish, D Smoke, and the late Nipsey Hussle to name a few. Theatre Credits: THIS BRIGHT WILDERNESS (Mark Taper Forum), WITNESS UGANDA (Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts)GUNSHOT MEDLEY: PART ONE (Rogue Machine Theatre) NAACP award winning musical Recorded in Hollywood (Kirk Douglas Theatre) DREAMGIRLS (LATC). Sha’Leah was honored to portray young Mahalia Jackson in the film REMEMBER ME (The Mahalia Jackson Story), now streaming on Hulu. Committed to artistry that inspires and uplifts, Sha’Leah continues to make an impact through her music and storytelling. Discover her original music on all digital streaming platforms and follow her journey @ShaLeahNikole.
AMANDA TONG* (BETTY / ENSEMBLE) is so grateful to be back at the Rock. She was last seen on this stage spreading Christmas joy for all to hear! Some of her past favorite credits include: WAITRESS (Jenna); STEEL MAGNOLIAS (Annelle); JERSEY BOYS (Lorraine); Regional Premiere FLASHDANCE (Gloria); INTO THE WOODS (Cinderella); CHORUS LINE (Judy); ESCAPE TO MARGARITAVILLE (Rachel); MAN OF LA MANCHA (Antonia); SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER (Stephanie)*Winner for Most Impressive Actress in a Lead Role; GODSPELL (Robin); MARVELOUS WONDERETTES (Cindy Lou); Regional Premiere ROCK OF AGES (Constance, u/s Sherrie); CRAZY FOR YOU (Polly); CABARET (Lulu); I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT... (Woman 1); DAUGHTER OF SOCIETY (Herself) *New York SummerFest
Winner for Best Vocalist in a New Musical; A WALL APART-AIR SUPPLY MUSICAL New York Musical Festival. Amanda was a member of the USO Show Troupe where she had the honor and privilege to travel all over the world performing for our troops, veterans and their families. Her extreme gratitude to Lisa, Ethan, Amy and the rest of the Flat Rock family. Sean, I love you with my whole heart! Galatians 6:9
SCOTT TREADWAY* (DON KIRSHNER) Scott Treadway has cursed the WNC theatre scene for 42 years. Starting as an apprentice at the Playhouse in 1984, Treadway has clung like kudzu to these beautiful mountains. Favorite shows include (FRP & NC Stage) THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, 39 STEPS, EVERY BRILLIANT THING, STONES IN HIS POCKETS, GOD OF CARNAGE and a bunch more that won’t fit the word limit. But his fave role is that of “Dad” to his awesome daughter, Ava.
EMILY GRACE TUCKER* (CYNTHIA WEIL) (she/her) is grateful to be returning to Flat Rock after previously playing Maggie in A CHORUS LINE (where she also got engaged to her now husband, Bryson!) Favorite credits include: FROZEN (Anna: The Gateway), THE LITTLE MERMAID (Ariel: Tuacahn Amphitheater & The Gateway), CINDERELLA (Ella: Musical Theater West), ELF THE MUSICAL (Jovie: National Tour/MSG, AC Coastal Carolina, Beef and Boards), MARY POPPINS (Mary Poppins), TANGLED THE MUSICAL (Rapunzel: Disney Theatrical), SHREK THE MUSICAL (Princess Fiona), LA CAGE AUX FOLLES (Goodspeed) and many more. Emily is also the creator and owner of EGTCreative Sheet Music Art currently in collaboration with Broadway World/BCEFA. Love to Bryson. For Mom. @emilygracetucker
CALLAN WHITE* (GENIE KLEIN) has played major roles in regional theaters nationally, including Berkeley Rep, A.C.T., Long Wharf Theatre, Ensemble Studio Theatre, and the Kennedy Center. Among her film credits: the Mother in Nicholas Spark’s THE CHOICE. Television Guest starring roles include: STAR TREK, CROSSING JORDAN, STRONG MEDICINE, THE PRACTICE, JAG, MURPHY BROWN, LA LAW, and THE PROFILER She starred on ABC’s LOVING as Ann Alden. At NC STAGE in Asheville, she has performed in WITCH, VANYA, SONIA, AND MASHA AND SPIKE, THE ROOMATE, OTHER DESERT CITIES, SOUVENIR, ANNAPURNA STALKING THE BOGEYMAN, THE JEEVES PLAYS, and ANGELS IN AMERICA. Immediate Theatre Productions include: WHO’S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF, SILENT SKY, and THE GLASS MENAGERIE. SART Productions: THE LYONS AND SYLVIA. Callan has been a professor at Western North Carolina University. She is thrilled to be working at THE ROCK! This Production is dedicated to my 99 year old mother in thanks for all her loving and support.
JAHLAYNIA WINTERS (SHIRELLE) is so excited for another show at The Rock! She is absolutely thrilled to be performing one of her favorite shows at one of her favorite places! You may have recently seen her perform in CATS as Jellylorum, previous seasons on the Mainstage, or out on tour as part of the apprenticeship program! Winters graduated from Young Harris College in May of 2023 where she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Her favorite credits since undergrad have been CINDERELLA: ENCHANTED (U/S Cinderella/ Ensemble) and THE LITTLE MERMAID (Atina/Flounder). She’d like to thank the endless support of her family (especially her mom…we LOVE MAMA TONYA), Flat Rock family, dearest friends, and past and present mentors who all continue to be a guiding light and fierce encourager to continue to dare greatly and fail forward. Instagram: @jahlayniawinters, Management: STALWART TALENT MANAGEMENT
Adam Goodrum - Production Manager
Joshua D. Stewart - Associate Production Manager
Bill Muñoz* - Production Stage Manager
Lindsey A. Moss*- Stage Manager
Amelia Driscoll* - Assistant Stage Manager
Victoria Coulter - Assistant Stage Manager
Sandra Lopez - Assistant Scenic Designer
Tom Willson - Technical Director
Emily Rich - Assistant Technical Director
Ryn Gulley - Staff Carpenter
Sierethene Chepes - Carpenter / Runcrew
Devon West - Carpenter
Glenn Case - Scenic Charge
Alexis Morehead - Assistant Scenic Charge
Tim Barham - Costume Shop Manager
Alice Bryant - Assistant Costume Shop Manager
Amy Pavelka - Head of Wardrobe
Matt Oliver - Hair and Makeup Artist
Betty W. Miller - Stitcher
Rain Koski - Stitcher / Wardrobe Assistant
Kathryn Wells - Costume Shop Volunteer
Cathi Mahaffey - Costume Shop Volunteer
Sarah Cribbs - Head Electrician
Georgia Fenimore - Production Electrician
Andrew Westbrook - Electrician
Kurt Davis - Head of Audio
Mason Sams - Audio Engineer
Kaden James - A2 Microphone Technician
Kenzie Conner - Props Manager
Gideon Rowland - Assistant Props Manager
Annie Bolte - Props Artisan
Riley Hewitt - Run Crew
ADMINISTRATION
Managing Director – Samantha Goodrum
Finance and Payroll Manager – Tracy Holbert
ARTISTIC
Artistic Director – Lisa K. Bryant
Artistic Associate and Music Supervisor – Ethan Andersen
Company Manager – Scott Treadway
DEVELOPMENT
Director of Development – Jim Brewer
Associate Development Director – Olivia Palmer
Development Associate – Debra Nelson
Community Engagement Manager - Michael Arrowood
Resource Development and Community Relations Officer – Bailey Dalton
MARKETING
Director of Marketing – Christy Souther
Digital Media Coordinator – Jeb Purcell
Marketing Associate – Maddie Franke
EDUCATION
Director of Education – Lauren Hopkins
Production Manager – Adam Goodrum
Assoc Production Manager – Joshua D. Stewart
Technical Director – Tom Willson
Assistant Technical Director –Emily Rich
Costume Shop Manager – Tim Barham
Head of Audio – Kurt Davis
Props Manager – Kenzie Conner
Box Office Manager – Stephanie Orr
Patron Services Manager - Heather Campbell-Smith
Customer Service Rep – Alyson Gooch
Customer Service Rep – Julie Estes Hayes
Customer Service Rep – Rahna Hagar
Customer Service Rep – Donny McInervey
House Manager / Customer Service Rep – Jess Casey
House Manager – Emmett Casey
House Manager – Libby Morris
House Manager – Dawn Oathout
Facilties Director – Paul Feraldi
Assoc Facilities Director / Concessions Manager – Bryan Taylor
GERRY GOFFIN Born in Brooklyn in 1939, Gerry Goffin met Carole King at Queens College, and their musical collaboration began almost immediately. They married in 1959, and that same year wrote their first hit song “Will You Love Me Tomorrow?” (The Shirelles). The duo penned more than 50 Top-40 hits including “The Locomotion,” “Natural Woman” and “Up on the Roof.” In 1987, Goffin and King were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. Goffin has left an indelible mark on American music.
CAROLE KING Pop music would be very different without the contributions of Carole King, who at age 17 wrote her first #1 hit with Gerry Goffin, “Will You Love Me Tomorrow,” for the Shirelles. The dozens of chart hits Goffin and King wrote during this period became legendary, but it was 1971’s Tapestry that took King to the pinnacle, speaking personally to her contemporaries and providing a spiritual musical backdrop to the decade. More than 400 of her compositions have been recorded by over 1,000 artists, resulting in 100 hit singles and six Grammys.
BARRY MANN Barry Mann has written the melodies of some of the most influential pop songs in musical history. In addition to “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling,” the most-played song of the last century, and the songs heard in Beautiful, he composed later standards like “Somewhere Out There” (winner of two Grammys), “Here You Come Again,” “Sometimes When We Touch,” “Just Once” and “Don’t Know Much.” Together he and Cynthia Weil have amassed an incredible 112 pop, country, and R&B awards from Broadcast Music Inc. for significant radio air play. He has been inducted into both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
DOUGLAS MCGRATH was a filmmaker and playwright. Most recently, he directed the HBO documentary “Becoming Mike Nichols.” He collaborated with Woody Allen on the screenplay for Bullets Over Broadway, for which they were nominated for an Academy Award. He wrote and directed the Oscar-winning Emma from the Jane Austen novel; Company Man; Charles Dickens’s Nicholas Nickleby, which won the Best Ensemble Cast from the National Board of Review; Infamous; and the HBO documentary, “His Way,” nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Nonfiction Special. His play Checkers opened the 30th anniversary season of New York’s acclaimed Vineyard Theatre. His book for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical was nominated for Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards. He began his career as a writer for “Saturday Night Live” in what was incontestably the worst year in the show’s history. He has written essays on the arts and politics for the New Republic, the New Yorker, The Nation, The New York Times and Vanity Fair. Douglas McGrath passed away on November 4, 2022.
CYNTHIA WEIL was the acclaimed lyricist of classic songs such as “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feeling,” the most-played song of the 20th century. In addition to the songs heard in Beautiful, she set the words to later standards including “Somewhere Out There,” “Here You Come Again,” “He’s So Shy,” “Just Once” and “Don’t Know Much,” to name just a few. Weil was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, honored with multiple Grammy nominations and two Grammy awards for “Somewhere Out There” as the Motion Pictures Song of the Year and Song of the Year. Weil passed away on June 1, 2023.
AMY JONES (DIRECTOR) is a New York-based artist who is simply over the moon to be returning to The Rock! Most recently, she directed, choreographed, and music directed Swingtime Canteen (Ivoryton Playhouse) and Sex n’ the City: A Super Unauthorized Musical Parody (Las Vegas/tour). Other favorites include Sister Act (Arrow Rock Lyceum), The Diary of Anne Frank (Holmdel Theatre), and The Pink Unicorn (Episcopal Actors Guild, The Cell NYC). Broadway choreography: Broadway Backwards 8 & 9 (Al Hirschfeld Theatre, Palace Theatre). Musical direction: Texas in Paris (York Theatre; AUDELCO nomination). Amy has also provided dramaturgy for the new musicals Every Wednesday Night, Male Fleischman, Alice, and Warsaw. Member: AEA, SDC.
ETHAN ANDERSEN (ARTISTIC ASSOC. & MUSIC SUPERVISOR)
Ethan is grateful to be a Vagabond and to help bring quality theatre to this community. Currently, he serves as FRP’s Artistic Associate & Music Supervisor, but he’s also served as a writer, educator, actor, apprentice director, and apprentice in his time at the playhouse. He was the music director and conductor of the SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER national tour and Elon University’s Music Theatre program. On Broadway, he’s played piano for MEAN GIRLS and Company and conducted for BCEFA’s Easter Bonnet Competition. As a writer, Ethan is a member of the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop, ASCAP, and Dramatists Guild. He is proud to be building the Playhouse Jr. Licensing program, featuring his new musicals SLOWPOKE!, ROOTABAGA EXPRESS!, LETTERLAND ALIVE!, and GREETINGS FROM NORTH CAROLINA!. Ethan received a BFA in Music Theatre from Elon University.
LUCAS COLÓN (ASSOCIATE MUSIC DIRECTOR) is a NYCbased music director and pianist. Selected pit credits include JERSEY BOYS (Milton Theatre), LEGALLY BLONDE and BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL (John W. Engeman Theatre). Lucas has won multiple awards and accolades for his advocacy work, including CRNY’s $18,000 GIA grant for his support of young musicians and the BroadwayWorld Buffalo award for Best Music Direction and Orchestra Performance. In 2023, he was selected as a member of the inaugural cohort of BMEP (Broadway Musicians Equity Partnership), under direct Broadway mentorship. @lucasthecycolon
DENNIS C. MAULDEN (SCENIC DESIGNER) Apprenticed with the Playhouse in 1967 and continued for 11 years as Equity Stage Manager and Scenic Artist. He became Resident Scenic Designer in 1985 and joined the full-time staff in 2000. With an MFA degree from UNC-Greensboro in 1977 and membership in United Scenic Artists, New York Local #829, Maulden has designed standard and classical repertory works, experimental projects, new plays, operas, and musicals in regional, university, and New York theatres. Proud to have contributed to the theatre’s physical and aesthetic growth, artistic production quality, and strong educational development, Dennis feels particularly blessed to be a part of the Playhouse family. denniscmaulden.com
TRAVIS M. GRANT (COSTUME DESIGNER) Previously at FRP: Boeing, Boeing, Steel Magnolias. ELSEWHERE: Disney’s Frozen (East Coast Regional Premiere), Elvis: A Musical Revolution, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Cinderella (North Shore Music Theatre); Cinderella, Annie Get Your Gun, Million Dollar Quartet (Fulton Theatre); Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Theatre By The Sea); The Rocky Horror Show, The Wizard of Oz, Singin’ in the Rain, Million Dollar Quartet, Grease, Tommy (Maine State Music Theatre); Matilda, The Spongebob Musical, Head Over Heels, Elf, Rock of Ages, Tuck Everlasting, Hello, Dolly!, Annie, Young Frankenstein, Mary Poppins, The Rocky Horror Show, Into the Woods, Shrek, Fiddler on the Roof, Spamalot (Waterville Opera House); Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike (Millersville University);
It’s A Wonderful Life, The Addams Family, Escape to Margaritaville (Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre); Anything Goes, Cinderella (The Wick Theatre); Equivocation (New England Premiere), [title of show], Swimming in the Shallows, Topdog/Underdog, Gross Indecency (Dramatic Repertory Company); The Nutcracker (Bossov Ballet); Inook and the Sun (U.S. Premiere), Last Easter (New England Premiere, KCACTF/Barbizon Region I National Design Award) (University of Southern Maine), and many more! Travis is a frequent collaborator with international drag sensation and RuPaul’s Drag Race alum JuJubee (Huluween Dragstravaganza, PetSmart National Commercial/Instagram). Travis is the winner of five regional Broadway World Awards for Best Costume Design, including Best Costume Design of the Decade (2010 – 2020). www.travismgrant.com IG: @travism.grant
TODD WREN (LIGHTING DESIGNER) is delighted to return to Flat Rock Playhouse. Off Broadway credits include, Mr. Parker (Theatre Row), The Sabbath Girl (59e59) and The Fall to Earth (59e59). World premiere productions include Stand by Your Man, starring Jim Lauderdale and directed by Gabriel Barre, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, conceived and choreographed by Chase Brock; and Turned Funny, directed by Fred Chappell. Region design credits include Clarence Brown Theatre The Rubicon Theatre, Goodspeed Musicals, The Cleveland Playhouse, Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, JFK Center for the Performing Arts, The Barter Theatre, Florida Repertory Theatre, Riverside Theatre-Vero Beach, Merrimack Repertory Theatre, Tennessee Repertory Theatre, Mosaic Theatre-DC, Pittsburgh Playhouse, Casa Manana, Coconut Grove Playhouse, North Carolina Shakespeare Festival, Charlotte Repertory Theatre, Penguin Repertory Theatre, Mill Mountain Theatre, Peoples Light and Theatre Company, Peterborough Players, Arkansas Repertory Theatre, and The Ryman Auditorium. Todd is a vested member of IATSE/United Scenic Artist #829 and is an Associate Professor of Lighting Design and Technology at Florida State University.
KURT DAVIS (SOUND DESIGNER) is currently in his fourth season as Head of Audio for Flat Rock Playhouse. He graduated from The University of Mississippi in 2015, receiving a B.F.A. in Theatrical Design & Production emphasizing in Sound Design. Since then, he has worked in multiple performing arts venues across the country, including Shakespeare Theatre Company, New Stage Theatre, The Warehouse Theatre, and The Brevard Music Center. Favorite designs include CABARET, MACBETH, THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN, (Flat Rock Playhouse), JANE ANGER, THE LEHMAN TRILOGY, THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE (Warehouse Theatre), BRIGHT STAR, and SWEAT (New Stage Theatre).
DALE BROWN (CASTING DIRECTOR) is delighted to return for his second season to work with this creative, embracing team. Other casting credits include - BROADWAY: PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, BILLY ELLIOT; A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, GUYS & DOLLS (w/ Tara Rubin Casting). OFF-BROADWAY: GORGEOUS NOTHINGS (upcoming – Life Jacket Theater), OUR BROTHER’S SON (w/ Jason Styres), AMERICA IS HARD TO SEE, DADDY LONG LEGS (Drama Desk Nom), OLD JEWS TELLING JOKES. REGIONAL: RENT (Atlanta Opera), RUN BAMBI RUN (world premier), TITANIC, NATIVITY VARIATIONS, THE CHINESE LADY, THE WHO & THE WHAT (Milwaukee Rep); THE HEART SELLERS, JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN (Huntington); IN THE HEIGHTS (Seattle Rep), THINGS I KNOW TO BE TRUE (Arizona Theatre Co.) 2 PIANOS 4 HANDS, IN THE HEIGHTS (Cincinnati Playhouse), SENSE & SENSIBILITY (Chicago Shakespeare), DISGRACED (Syracuse), LIVES OF REASON, IN THIS HOUSE (Two River Theatre). Honors graduate of Kalamazoo College & the BESGL Theater Program (London). dalebrowncasting.com
BILL MUNOZ (PRODUCATION STAGE MANAGER) 36 years as a proud Union Member of Actor’s Equity Association This season will be Bill’s 34th at Flat Rock Playhouse. Starting out as an apprentice in 1985, through subsequent years, he went from Scenic Carpenter to Actor to Stage Manager to Fight Choreographer to year-round staff as Production Manager. Although now he “stepped down” to only be hired seasonally, he always looks forward to return to this special community at the “Rock.” Special thanks to those who support live theatre and make the arts an important contribution to society. Much love to his wife and daughter, the two most important people in his life.
AMELIA DRISCOLL (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) is excited to be back at Flat Rock Playhouse for another wonderful season! Amelia started working at the former FRP downtown Hendersonville location in 2015. Since then, she’s worked as an Assistant Stage Manager and Production Stage Manager at the FRP downtown space, the FRP Mainstage, North Carolina Stage Company in Asheville, and at various theaters in North Carolina, South Carolina, and California. Favorite productions she’s worked on at FRP include West Side Story, Cinderella, Macbeth, Mamma Mia, Million Dollar Quartet, The Importance of Being Earnest, and more. When she’s not at the theater, Amelia enjoys taking on adventures. She’s bikepacked across Florida, caved and whitewater rafted in Costa Rica, and ridden camels through the Sahara Desert. (If you’re looking for an adventure buddy, let her know after the show!) And, speaking of the show, she very much hopes you enjoy the production.
VICTORIA COULTER (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) is eager to be a part of the Flat Rock Playhouse season. Previous credits include PA for THE WEIR, PIPE DREAM, YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN, 4000 MILES at Berkshire Theatre Group, PSM for THE TEMPEST and IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST at Tennessee Shakespeare Company, PA for American Ballet Theatre, ASM for Measure for Measure at Illinois Shakespeare Festival. She received a BFA in Stage Management from The University of North Carolina School of the Arts. She would like to thank her friends and family for their support throughout her career.
KURT DAVIS (SOUND DESIGNER) is currently in his third season as Head of Audio for Flat Rock Playhouse. He graduated from The University of Mississippi in 2015, receiving a B.F.A. in Theatrical Design & Production emphasizing in Sound Design. Since then, he has worked in multiple performing arts venues across the country, including Shakespeare Theatre Company, New Stage Theatre, The Warehouse Theatre, and The Brevard Music Center. Favorite designs include MACBETH, THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN, (Flat Rock Playhouse), THE LEHMAN TRILOGY, THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE (Warehouse Theatre), BRIGHT STAR, and SWEAT (New Stage Theatre).
DENNIS C. MAULDEN (SCENIC DESIGNER) Apprenticed with the Playhouse in 1967 and continued for 11 years as Equity Stage Manager and Scenic Artist. He became Resident Scenic Designer in 1985 and joined the full-time staff in 2000. With an MFA degree from UNC-Greensboro in 1977 and membership in United Scenic Artists, New York Local #829, Maulden has designed standard and classical repertory works, experimental projects, new plays, operas, and musicals in regional, university, and New York theatres. Proud to have contributed to the theatre’s physical and aesthetic growth, artistic production quality, and strong educational development, Dennis feels particularly blessed to be a part of the Playhouse family. denniscmaulden.com
MATT OLIVER (HAIR & MAKEUP DESIGNER) is a graduate from Stephen F. Austin State University, with a BA in theatre with a second major in Art History. He also holds a cosmetology license from Paul Mitchell. He has designed and ran shows all over the country. His favorite shows include: Young Frankenstein (MTW), White Christmas (San Diego and Tuacahn), Mary Poppins (1st national and Tuacahn), Wicked (Broadway), Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Wizard of Oz (Pantages), Beautiful (Tuacahn), 42nd Street (MTW), and Honky Tonk Angels (Artistry), just to name a few. He received the Broadway Regional award for best wig design, for his work on Ragtime at the MacHaydn theatre. Special thanks to the incredible Flatrock team, his mom and dad, and of course his idol, Audrey Hepburn. “We live to fight the inevitable, but only with a gracious heart and love do we win.”-Audrey Hepburn
THOMAS WILLSON (TECHNICAL DIRECTOR) Thomas Willson (Technical Director) graduated from the State University of New York at Fredonia with a BFA Production and Design degree. Before joining Flat Rock Playhouse, Thomas served as the Head Carpenter for the National Tours of Hairspray, Mean Girls and Funny Girl. Special thanks to his Parents and Emily for their constant support.
KENZIE CONNER (PROPS MANAGER) Kenzie is thrilled to be part of the Cats team. They hold a Master’s degree in Wig and Makeup Design from UNCSA and work as a Hair Local on national tours with IATSE Local 574. With a strong passion for character-driven design and storytelling through hair and makeup, Kenzie is grateful for the opportunity to collaborate on this iconic production. Special thanks to the cast, crew, and creative team for helping bring these Jellicle cats to life.
ADAM GOODRUM (PRODUCTION MANAGER) Adam graduated from UNC School of the Arts in with a B.F.A. in Technical Direction. After graduating he went to Goodspeed Opera House where he spent 3 years climbing the ranks from a Carpenter, Lead Welder, Master Carpenter to their Assistant Technical Director 2007. He then moved to DC to become Signature Theatre’s Technical Director. After a year with Signature he returned to Goodspeed to take over as their Technical Director where he stayed from 2009-2013. In 2013 Adam moved closer to home and joined the Flat Rock Playhouse staff where he took on the position of Technical Director, and in 2014, he moved up to be the Production Manager. Adam is happy to have found his place back in his home state of NC where he is closer to family and friends and where he and his wife, Samantha welcomed their first child Ryden to the Vagabond Family in 2018.
JOSHUA D. STEWART (ASSOC. PRODUCTION MANAGER) is currently in his third season with Flat Rock Playhouse. Originally hailing from Illinois, he received a Bachelors of Science in Theatre Production from Illinois State University and a Master of Fine Arts in Stage Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Prior to settling in Western North Carolina, Joshua traveled the US as a production manager and stage manager. He has worked with companies such as Florida Grand Opera, the Atlanta Opera, Utah Festival Opera and Musical Theatre Company, and Rutgers University Mason Gross School of the Arts, among others.
Find peace and tranquility in this new garden of remembrance.
Flat Rock Playhouse’s founder, Robroy Farquhar, settled in this beautiful mountain region to celebrate the joys of nature and create a safe haven to practice his craft. In 2021, we continue to embrace the quiet serenity of our beautiful surroundings with The Leiman Garden of Remembrance.
David and Sharon Leiman donated this hallowed ground in memory of the six million Jews and millions of other men, women, and children murdered by Nazi Germany. The garden invites us all to remember, learn, reflect and NEVER FORGET.
David and Sharon first came to Flat Rock Playhouse in 2016 for the all-star hit production, Million Dollar Quartet. We are honored and overjoyed to call this dynamic duo part of the Flat Rock Playhouse team of patrons, donors, and volunteers.
Current Donor
Concierge Club Members:
Ken Adams
Ellen and Lindsey Allen
Ashley J. Bell
Nancy and Richard Burns
Sharon Campbell
John and Alice Clark
Cindi and Joe Cooper
Virginia Craig
Lynn and Bob Davidson
David and Margaret Eldridge
David and Deanna Ellis
Ted Etherington
Carol Gettig and Charlie Phillips
Bill and Sally Hale
Robin and Gene Hamme
Scott and Natalie Harding
EB Hoover and AM Secosan
Judy Hoyer
Paul M. Simons and Reid B. Hughes, Jr. (“Buddy”)
Steve and Sharon Johnson
Mal and Mary Kessinger
David and Sharon Leiman
Phil and Cynthia Lewis
David and Terri Luck
Caroline Gunther
Nancy and Larry McGaughy
Bill and Miller Medina
Michael Milone
Libby Morris
Daryl and David Nelms
Janet Newman and David Berry
George and Sioux Oliva
Charlotte and Bob Otto
Steve and Celeste Pollok
Bill and Carolyn Robichaux
Tracy Robinson
Bob DiBella and Carol Savage
Nancy and Alan Sawyer
Patty Shedlow
Robert Stone and Jan Hundhausen
Caroline and Jim Sullivan
Jan and David Sullivan
Robert and Elaine Waring
Suz and Mike Weitzel
Martha Wurzel
Ensuring arts accessibility, entertainment, and impact for years to come.
Flat Rock Playhouse’s Vagabond Society invites dedicated arts lovers to consider including Flat Rock Playhouse in their estate planning.
We celebrate the following founding members as champions of the arts.
Judy and David Burnstein
Wes and Galye Colby
Karen Conley
Bob DiBella and Carol Savage
David and Deanna Ellis
Albert and Jeannie Gooch
Caroline Gunther
Robin and Gene Hamme
Gordon and Sarah Herring
Rick and Sherri Holbert
Richard B. Hurley
Paulette Jacques
Charlotte and Robert Otto
Tracy Robinson
Lynne and Phil Seymour
Janette Boyd Sullivan
Sandra Woodfin Williams
Members not only secure the theater’s future but also etch their names into a narrative of artistic brilliance, talent cultivation, and boundless creativity. Your support through planned giving is a testament to your profound dedication to enriching lives and nurturing our community.
For more information or to become a member of the Vagabond Society, please contact our Development Office at jimbrewer@flatrockplayhouse.org or by calling 828.693.0403 x 220.
We are deeply grateful for your support.
Based on 14-month cumulative giving totals through 5/15/2025. Please accept our apologies should any names be inaccurately represented due to human error and/or potential software inaccuracies. Contact debranelson@flatrockplayhouse.org if correction is necessary.
A special thank you to our Vagabond Society Legacy Donors and our 2025 Donor Concierge Club Members! To learn more about these programs and see a complete list of participants, please visit the Virtual Playbill at www.flatrockplayhouse.org/playbill.
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Edda Cantor
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Philip Hall
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Allen Haukland
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Peter and Sandi Heckman
John Hefner
Theresa Heitz
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William Herman
Thomas D. Herring Jr
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William Hill
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Anne Hobbs
Kris and Shelly Hoce
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William Hollenack
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Susan Holmberg
Susan Holmes
John Hooper
William Horan
Ellen Horst (in memory of
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Deanna Horwitz
Brian Houser (In memory of Dr.
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Andrew Hoxie
Elizabeth Hudson
Lynn and Allan Huffman
Steve Hurst
Marta Hutson
Joseph Iacono
Teresa Iacono (in memory of
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Kate Ingram
James and Susan Irvin
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Diane Jankowski
Marilyn Jarriel
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Rob Johnson
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Takina Jones-THomas
Henry Joy
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Mary Kwolek
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Michael Lawson
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John Liberatos
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Greg Liebman
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Doris Loomis
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Anne Mercer
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Ben Montgomery
Melissa Moore
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Kimberly Morgan
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Angelique Murphy
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Nancy Nelson
Robert Neubert
Ann Nolan
Bill Norris
Julie Northup
Stephanie November (in honor of Merrie Woode Kings Players)
Angela Oates
Dawn Oathout
Barbara and Philip OConnor
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Carl Palmiter
Elisa Paolo
Peter and Lois Pardoll
Randy Parker
Lisa Parson
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Kenneth Perry
Maria Petrea
Robert and Laura Petrus
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Tracy Pickering
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William Pope
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Tina Porter
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Judge Mily Powell
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Laura Prior
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Diane Quinn
David Randall
Jacqueline Rattigan
Carol Rawson
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Meg Reeves
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Paul Reiter
Melinda Renouf
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Matthew Richmond
Joan Barnes
Carol Roberson
Evelyn Roberson
Patricia Robertson
Randall Robins
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Thomas Rosfjord
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Sue Rush
Frank Rutland
Cathy Sadler
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Troy Sands
Lydia Sargent
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James Tart
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Tandy Taylor
John Teller
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Sharon Tillman
Louis Tinelli
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