Flat Rock Playhouse, The State Theatre of North Carolina, enriches lives through the art of theatre by sustaining production excellence, nurturing talent, and inspiring creativity in an inclusive safe haven for artistic vision, life-long learning, and creative risk.
FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE’S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION:
Flat Rock Playhouse, The State Theatre of North Carolina, is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive community of artists, patrons, volunteers, students, partners, and supporters where everyone is welcome.
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.
As storytellers, we strive to tell stories that reflect and illuminate the diversity of our shared humanity. We are grateful to our community and our audience members for joining us in this shared spirit of inclusion and equity for all.
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A MESSAGE FROM LISA K. BRYANT, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Once upon a time, in a bustling city where the lights shimmered like stars, there was a magnificent theater called “The Enchanted Stage.” Or, as it was known to the locals, Flat Rock Playhouse. It was renowned for its captivating performances, where the complex and beautiful tales of humanity came to life right before the audience’s eyes. In this enchanting theater, the storytellers, actors, and the technological wizards worked hand in hand to create a truly immersive experience. Every show was a masterpiece, blending the power of performance and cutting-edge technology.
One night, a young girl named Lily and her family were fortunate enough to secure tickets to a special performance at The Enchanted Stage. The show, titled “Threads of Time,” promised to take the audience on an extraordinary journey through history, celebrating the triumphs and tragedies of humanity. As Lily stepped into the theater, she was mesmerized by the grandeur of the stage. She took her seat, eagerly waiting for the show to begin. The lights dimmed, and the curtains slowly rose, revealing a scene that transported the audience back in time.
The story began with a brave knight riding across a lush green meadow, ready to battle a fearsome dragon. The audience gasped as the knight lunged forward, slashing his sword through the air, but instead of a dragon, a breathtaking holographic display brought the mythical creature to life. The theater walls transformed into a medieval castle, and the audience found themselves immersed in the sights and sounds of a bygone era. The spellbound spectators marveled as the actors fearlessly enacted scenes of knights, kings, and queens. Words of love, honor, and betrayal echoed through the theater.
As the show progressed, the tales shifted, taking the audience through the Renaissance period, the age of revolutions, and even the wonders of space exploration. Each era seamlessly transitioning into the next, thanks to the awe-inspiring stagecraft and the talents of the designers, craftsmen, and performers. Lily’s eyes sparkled with wonder as the poignant stories shared, both tragic and joyous, touched her heart and left a lasting impression.
As the final act approached, Lily realized that the true magic of “Threads of Time” was not just the technology or the performances. It was the way in which the stories resonated with the audience, reminding them of the shared humanity that we all carry within. With a standing ovation from the captivated crowd, the show came to an end, leaving the audience in awe of the incredible power of live theater. And so, “The Enchanted Stage” at Flat Rock Playhouse continued to weave its spell on all those who entered its doors, using the harmonious blend of performance and technology to showcase the timeless beauty and depth of the human spirit. For in these stories, we learn, we feel, and we discover that the connections between past and present can never be lost.
The 2024 season at Flat Rock Playhouse centers exploring the profound beauty and devastating complexity of our collective humanity, and endeavors to celebrate the role of technology and design in enriching storytelling. I hope that you, like Lilly, will relish the magic and impact of live theatre, crafted with passion and excellence by a team of dedicated Artists and Artisans right here on the great Flat Rock. Welcome to the show!
Lisa K. Bryant, Artistic Director
Welcome to Flat Rock Playhouse and welcome to our 2024 Mainstage Season! We are excited to host you. Whether you are here for the first time or hundredth, each show you see here is an opportunity for us to wow you, astound you, and hopefully make you feel and think.
Producing live theatre takes a village. It is not only the talented craftsmen and artists that bring shows to life from the paint on the scenery, to the actors you watch and the music you hear, but our patrons as well. It is through the collective experience of live theatre that we as a community grow and harness that power for impactful change.
Here at Flat Rock Playhouse, we believe in that power. We believe in the power of shared experiences and shared learning. From our education wing at Playhouse Jr. which provides K through Adult education, to the shows you’ll witness here on our Mainstage, our mission is to support lifelong learning and growth. But it takes the whole community to make that growth possible. To our patrons, volunteers, and donors, thank you for being a part of FRP’s 2024 season! So again welcome, we look forward to growing with you this year!
Sam Yaeger Goodrum, Managing Director
THANK YOU TO OUR SEASON SPONSORS
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Clyde Allen
Connie Backlund
Sharon Campbell
Bob DiBella
Deanna Ellis
Gene Hamme
Robin Hamme
Sherri Holbert
Bruce Holliday
Joe Ippolito
Karolyn Killian
David Leiman
Peg Luy
Tom Marshall
Larry McGaughy
Charlotte Otto
Turner Rouse
Emily Russell
Jan Sullivan
Mike Weitzel
Welcome to the State Theatre of North Carolina. Flat Rock Playhouse was given that designation by the North Carolina Legislature and has continued to live up to the name since 1952. There is a reason why there are not a lot of empty seats around you tonight. There is a reason why not only patrons, but actors return to the Playhouse year after year. It’s the Lighting and Set Designs that makes you one of the “Four guys under a streetlamp” in Jersey Boys. It’s the Costume Design that brings Cats alive. It’s the Sound Design that ensures you hear everything at the “Kit Kat Club”. It’s the Production Team that takes you inside Shawshank Prison. Box Office, Marketing, Development and Admin round out the Team that is Flat Rock Playhouse. Your support through ticket sales, or a donation means everything to us and keeps the lights on. Everyone on the Rock thanks you for being part of the State Theatre of North Carolina. So sit back and enjoy the show!
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A FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE CHRISTMAS
MUSIC DIRECTOR / DIRECTING TEAM
ETHAN ANDERSEN
COSTUME DESIGNER
TIM BARHAM
PROJECTIONS DESIGNER
JEB PURCELL
PRODUCTION MANAGER
ADAM GOODRUM
CHOREOGRAPHER / DIRECTING TEAM
LAUREN HOPKINS
LIGHTING DESIGNER
LOGAN TAYLOR
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
TOM WILLSON
SOUND DESIGNER
KURT DAVIS
PROPS MANAGER
KENZIE CONNER
ASSOC. PRODUCTION MANAGER / PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER
JOSHUA D. STEWART
CHORUS COORDINATOR
DIANE DAVID
DANCE CAPTAIN
MADDIE FRANKE
CHOREOGRAPHY FOR PAT’S SCHOOL OF DANCE BY PAT SHEPHERD, SHERATON PHILLIPS, DUSTIN PHILLIPS
THE CAST
SOPHIA ARANDA
LEXIS DANCA
PATRICK DINNSEN
MADDIE FRANKE
GABRIELA GOMEZ
CHRIS MCNIFF
AMANDA TONG
SCOTT TREADWAY
JASON WATSON
J. TAYLOR WRIGHT
THE BAND
ETHAN ANDERSEN – CONDUCTOR / PIANO
BILL MUÑOZ – DRUMS
Jennifer Baptiste
Richard Blue
Bonnie Chazotte
Steve Culp
Diane David
Stephen Drabicki
Craig Etheridge
Beth Fagan
THE APPRENTICES
CODY HOWARD JOLIE SMITH
FAITH STACK
JAHLAYNIA WINTERS
RYAN GUERRA – BASS / VIOLIN / GUITAR
BEN MACKEL – GUITAR / BASS
THE FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE CHORUS (in alphabetical order)
Julie Fister
Kyra Hewitt
Meredith Kuhn
Candace Lewis
Shelley Lieberman
Ellen Lind
Fred Lyda
Bill McClung
Kinley Buckingham
Sawyer Casto
Emily Coren
Victoria Dmytryszyn
Sara Gooding
Abigail Harrington
Nancy McKelvey
Lyn Morton
Kim Nelson
Kathie Norrow
Gordon Pendarvis
Will Rodriguez
Brent Schlueter
Lois Schweinler
PAT’S SCHOOL OF DANCE (in alphabetical order)
Briana Harrington
Whitley Hollamon
Alexzander Jacobs
Samantha Kanipe
Jeremy Klingensmith
Sage Klingensmith
Railey Luce
Jazmin Muniz
Cole Reasoner
Isabel Reynolds
Jamie Wright
Sarah Orr
Lily Yudenfriend
Michael Small
Christine Smith
Charlene Spinks
Brian Tribby
Jane Ward
Susan White
Understudies:
Braelyn Moore
Joanna Ownbey
Lexi Pearson
A FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE CHRISTMAS CAST
THE 2024 APPRENTICES
JOLIE SMITH JAHLAYNIA WINTERS
CODY HOWARD
FAITH STACK
SOPHIA ARANDA
LEXIS DANCA PATRICK DINNSEN MADDIE FRANKE
GABRIELA GOMEZ
CHRIS MCNIFF
JASON WATSON
AMANDA TONG
J. TAYLOR WRIGHT
SCOTT TREADWAY
THE CAST
SOPHIA ARANDA a first-generation Cuban-Nicaraguan actor and singer, is rooted in New York City’s vibrant arts scene. After finishing her training at NYU/Tisch within the Atlantic Theater Company program, she has since showcased her talent in a diverse range of roles across film and theater. Inspired by organizations like SING FOR HOPE, Sophia shares their belief in the transformative power of art and music. Through her work, she aims to inspire hope, facilitate healing, and foster connections within communities worldwide. To learn more about Sing for Hope: singforhope.org | to learn more about me: SophiaAranda.com
LEXIS DANCA is absolutely delighted to be back at Flat Rock for the holiday season. You may have previously seen her as Shelby in STEEL MAGNOLIAS, Dyanne in MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET and Velma in WEST SIDE STORY. Lexis most recently performed as a corps dancer in SONDHEIM’S: THE FROGS Jazz@LincolnCenter. Favorite roles include: Louise in GYPSY, Hope Harcourt in ANYTHING GOES (Light Opera Works Chicago); Sophie Sheridan in MAMMA MIA!; Babette in BEAUTY & THE BEAST (Music Theatre Wichita); Other theatre credits include: SWEET CHARITY, SOMETHING ROTTEN, OLIVER, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET, SHREK THE MUSICAL & SEUSSICAL (The Marriott Theatre). JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, MATILDA (Drury Lane Theatre); A WONDERFUL LIFE (Theatre at the Center). OKLAHOMA!; NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT; JESUS CHRIST, SUPERSTAR; AIDA; MY SON, PINOCCHIO; BIG FISH; BILLY ELLIOT; HELLO, DOLLY! (Music Theatre Wichita). Endlessly grateful to her family and friends for their constant & unwavering support. Represented by Resolute Artists Agency NYC. Proud graduate of Millikin University. lexisdanca.com
PATRICK DINNSEN is extremely honored to be returning to THE ROCK for the holidays. He fondly remembers his time as an apprentice here in LES MISERABLES and EVITA! An actor/singer/musician hailing from Indianapolis, Indiana, he now resides in New York City. Elon MT Grad. Favorite roles include Jon in TICK TICK BOOM, Eddie Birdlace in DOGFIGHT, and Henry in NEXT TO NORMAL. His talents have taken him all over the world as the lead singer/guitarist of the Rolling Stone Rock Room Band for Holland America. Patrick is also a singer-songwriter and has a band with his castmate and fiancée, Gaby, called Ella-Trick. Last year they recorded an original Christmas song, “Like I’m There”, here at the Playhouse and you can stream it on all music platforms. Much love to Mom, Dad, Scott & Anna, Kelly, Jesse and all the kiddos. Instagram: @pdinns, @ellatrickmusic
MADDIE FRANKE Couldn’t be more thrilled to be back at her favorite place on earth. She started as an apprentice here in 2008, and they just can’t get rid of her. Most recently seen as Gretchen in BOEING-BOEING, Helga in CABARET and Mary Delgado in JERSEY BOYS. Her other FRP credits include A FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE CHRISTMAS,
PROPOSALS, SOUTH PACIFIC, CINEMATASTIC, LETTERLAND, MAMMA MIA, JOSEPH…DREAMCOAT, ANNIE, A FUNNY THING HAPPENED..., MEET ME IN ST. LOUIS, ALL SHOOK UP (twice!), MAN OF LAMANCHA, and SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS. Other credits include; Off Broadway: SLEEP NO MORE, KICKING AND SCREAMING (Assistant Director) In her spare time she also is an illustrator and designer. You might have seen some of her design work around town at ShareWell Coffee and Mountain Juicery! Huge thank you Lisa, and to all of my Flat Rock friends, and my family!
GABRIELA GOMEZ is a Virginia Beach native who resides in New York, New York. She is so excited to be returning to her favorite place on earth, The Rock! Favorite roles include Susan (TICK...TICK...BOOM), Princess Jasmine (Disney Cruise Line’s ALADDIN), Vanessa (IN THE HEIGHTS), and Patricia (SLAVE PLAY). She is also very passionate about music and writing for her band, @ellatrickmusic, with cast mate and fiancé Patrick Dinnsen. Proud Elon MT Alum. Pantera/Murphy Agency. Much love and gratitude to my family- without you I am nothing! @gabydgomez
CHRIS McNIFF is honored to be making his Flat Rock debut! An alum of Elon University’s Music Theatre program, Chris is an actor and choreographer now based in NYC. National Tours: WHITE CHRISTMAS, MEMPHIS. Regional: The Monster in YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (Geva Theater/Bay Street Theater), Bert in MARY POPPINS (Arizona Broadway Theater), Claude in HAIR (Nebraska Rep), Stages St. Louis. The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear—Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! chrismcniff.com
AMANDA TONG is grateful to be back on this special stage to spread Christmas joy for all to hear. Her thoughts and prayers go out to all who have been affected by Hurricane Helene. She was last seen on this stage in CABARET playing Lulu. She also played Lorraine in JERSEY BOYS, Judy in A CHORUS LINE and Annelle in STEEL MAGNOLIAS. Some of her past favorite regional credits include: Regional Premiere FLASHDANCE (Gloria); INTO THE WOODS (Cinderella); 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); I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT NOW CHANGE (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, Lauren, Ethan, and the rest of the Flat Rock family. To her husband Sean, I love you with my whole heart! Proud member of Actors Equity. Galatians 6:9
THE CAST
SCOTT TREADWAY Scott has cursed WNC Stages for the past 41 years in 180-ish productions between the Playhouse and North Carolina Stage Company. He would like to welcome you to his season of evil characters! Favorite shows include STONES IN HIS POCKETS, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, INCIDENT AT OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP, THE 39 STEPS, the “TUNA” plays, the “JEEVES” plays and bunches more. But his favorite role of all is that of “ Ava’s Dad.”
JASON WATSON To spend another Christmas season on the rock is a dream realized once again for Jason. Though he’s made other appearances on the Leiman stage (favorites include MAMMA MIA! and A CHORUS LINE), there is nothing quite like the unique experience of ringing in the Christmas cheer with so many talented folks, especially those who are such outstanding members of the Flat Rock community. Over the years, Jason has been seen on national tours and Broadway stages, but he’s a Vagabond at heart and calls FRP home. This performance is dedicated to his two little angels on earth, Jake and Adeline. Merry Christmas!
J. TAYLOR WRIGHT is grateful to be on the Rock this holiday season! You saw him this season in JERSEY BOYS, THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION, and CABARET. Tour: A CHORUS LINE (N’tl & Chinese Premiere). Regional: Hangar Theatre, The Cape Playhouse, New London Barn Playhouse, Northern Stage, Uptown Players. There’s no place like home for the holidays… Thanks for spending yours with us! Learn more at j-tw.com.
CODY HOWARD Hey y’all! I’m so delighted to be back in my home state of North Carolina and performing in my first season with the incredible Flat Rock Playhouse! Some of my previous Roles include “Officer Lockstock” in URINETOWN (Riverside Theater), “Gaston” in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST ( Woodstock Playhouse), and I recently made my Off-Broadway debut as “Lorenzo” in BLOODY FINNTOWN (Players Theater). I would like to thank Lisa Bryant for allowing me to take part in this truly special Apprentice program, and everyone at FRP for welcoming me into your wonderful community. I would also like to thank Ilana Lubitsch-Rodriguez, Bob Stillman, and, of course, my family for all of their support over the years. Enjoy the show! Instagram: Cody_Howard01
JOLIE SMITH (she/her) is very excited to be an apprentice at Flat Rock! Born and raised in Richmond, VA, she recently graduated from James Madison University, where she received her B.A. in Musical Theatre and Media Arts and Design. Her favorite performing credits include Vivienne in LEGALLY BLONDE at NCCA Jean’s Playhouse, Mona in CHICAGO at JMU, and Jocelyn Mouse in TOWN MOUSE/ COUNTRY MOUSE at VA Repertory Theatre. Jolie is also a writer and filmmaker and recently wrote, directed, and produced a short film called Epiphany. She would like to thank her family and friends for their love and support. Jolie-Smith.com @yoitsjo18
FAITH STACK is excited to be working as an apprentice at Flat Rock! She is a recent graduate from Rider University’s BFA Musical Theatre program. Credits include: KISS ME KATE: Lilli Vanessi (Rider University), LEGALLY BLONDE: Ensemble & Cover Elle/Vivienne (Milton Theatre), THE PROM: Ensemble/Dance Captain (NCC Summer Theatre), ALL SHOOK UP: Ensemble/Dance Captain (NCC Summer Theatre), CARRIE: Swing (Rider University), and SPRING AWAKENING: Thea (Milton Theatre). She would like to thank her friends and her family for the constant love and support. @faithstack, faithmstack.com
JAHLAYNIA WINTERS is a second year apprentice, is happy to be back at Flat Rock Playhouse this holiday season! Winters graduated from Young Harris College in May 2023, where she received a BFA in Musical Theatre. Since leaving the rock last year, her favorite credits include MADDIE: A NEW MUSICAL (Sally), BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL (Shirelle), and THE LITTLE MERMAID (Atina, U/S Flounder). You may have recently seen Jahlaynia here in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR or out on tour in SLOWPOKE! (Tori). Winters is incredibly grateful and would like to thank her family, the entire Vagabond community, her 2024 Apprentice Class, and especially her best friend, Henrique Sobrinho, for showing her that home is truly the people that make it. Instagram: @jahlayniawinters Management: STALWART TALENT
For questions please email: sam@flatrockplayhouse.org
A FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE CHRISTMAS PRODUCTION STAFF
Artistic Director – Lisa K. Bryant
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 Wardrobe – Amy Pavelka
ADMINISTRATION
Costume Shop Volunteer – Kathryn Wells
Costume Shop Volunteer – Cathi Mahaffey
Head of Lighting and Projections – Logan Taylor
Production Electrician – Sarah Cribbs
Head of Audio – Kurt Davis
A2 Microphone Technician – Rachel Peterkin
Props Manager – Kenzie Conner
FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE STAFF
Mangaing Director – Samantha Goodrum
Finance and Payroll Manager – Tracy Holbert
ARTISTIC
Artistic Director – Lisa K. Bryant
Music Director – 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
EDUCATION
Director of Education – Lauren Hopkins
PRODUCTION
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 Lighting and Projections – Logan Taylor
Head of Audio – Kurt Davis
Props Manager – Kenzie Conner
BOX OFFICE
Box Office Manager – Stephanie Orr
Patron Services Manager - Heather Campbell-Smith
Customer Service Team Leader – Meredith King
Customer Service Rep – Sarah Thorn
Customer Service Rep – Alyson Gooch
House Manager / Customer Service Rep – Jess Casey
House Manager – Emmett Casey
House Manager – Libby Morris
FACILITES
Facilties Director – Paul Feraldi
Assoc Facilities Director / Concessions Manager – Bryan Taylor
THE LEIMAN
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.
2024 Donor Listing
Individual, foundation, and corporate donors make it possible to produce high-quality, hand-crafted live theater and arts education programs at Flat Rock Playhouse. We are deeply grateful for your support.
To see a full listing of our incredible supporters, please visit our Virtual Playbill.
Donations below represent 14-month cumulative giving totals through 08/05/2024. Please contact debranelson@flatrockplayhouse.org if correction is necessary.
BOLD NAMES = The Vagabond Society
RED NAMES = 2024 Subscribers
ITALIC NAMES = 2024 Donor Concierge Club
BLOCKBUSTERS ($100,000+)
Dennis & Victoria Flanagan
Charlotte & Bob Otto
SHOWSTOPPERS ($50,000+)
Paul M. Simons & Buddy Hughes
MEGASTARS ($25,000+)
Clyde & Nina(d) Allen (in honor of Lisa K. Bryant & Paul Feraldi)
Audrey Love Charitable Foundation
Lynn & Bob Davidson
Robin & Gene Hamme
EB Hoover & AM Secosan
Joe & Hilda Ippolito (in memory of Don & Joanne Rathgeb)
David & Sharon Leiman
David & Terri Luck
Nancy & Alan Sawyer
SUPERSTARS ($10,000+)
Cam(d) & Sally Boyd
John & Lisa (in honor of The Farquhar Family & Vagabonds Everywhere)
Kay & Frank Burke
Beth & Jon Couch
Peter Parry (in memory of John S. Cox)
The Larry & Ashley David Foundation
Deanna & David Ellis
Bill & Sally Hale
Robin & Gene Hamme
R Dean Jollay Jr.
Mal & Mary Kessinger
Daryl & David Neims
The Perkins Charitable Foundation
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Suz & Mike Weitzel
STARS ($5,000+)
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Irvin Foundation
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Carol Gettig & Charlie Phillips
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Nancy & Larry McGaughy
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David & Nancy Mahoney
Tom Marshall
William McCauley & Lucinda Hofmann
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McKibbin Family Donor
Advised Fund of CFHC, Inc.
Richard Mears
Beth Allen Menyhart
Robert Moll
Libby Morris
Dennis Mountain
Tom & Jackie Murrill
Robert Nosal & Robert Trisolini
Jane O’ Keefe
Sue & Jim O’Neal
Belinda Parks (in honor of A. Lee Parks, Jr.)
Jeff & Melanie Pieper
William Reese
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Troy, Kate, Beth, Drew
Scarborough honoring Nancy & Larry McGaughy
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Nat Zegree
2024 GOVERNMENT & FOUNDATION SUPPORT
The City of Hendersonville
Community Foundation of Henderson County
Henderson County Government
Henderson County Tourism
Development Authority
North Carolina Arts Council
The Shubert Foundation
The Village of Flat Rock
Walnut Cove Members Association
2024 SPECIAL FUNDS & ANNUAL RECOGNITION
Charlotte & Bob Otto, New Initiatives Fund
Charlotte & Bob Otto, Mainstage Season Sponsors
Beth & Jon Couch Concession Stand
David & Sharon Leiman, Mainstage
Dennis & Victoria Flanagan, Playhouse Junior Sponsors
Dining Porch In Loving Memory of Tommy & Bernice Irvin
Lynn & Bob Davidson, Apprentice Program Lead Sponsors
M. Wurzel Parking Lot 3, In honor of my dear Phil
Paul M. Simons & Buddy Hughes, Apprentice Tour Season
Lead Sponsors
Robin & Gene Hamme, New Works Founders Fund
2024 PRODUCTION SPONSORS
Mainstage Season SponsorsCharlotte & Bob Otto
David & Sharon - Leiman Mainstage
Joe & Hilda Ippolito - Black Box Stage
AdventHealth
Forvis Mazars
Henderson Oil Co Inc.
Joseph Laughter Clothier & Scott Keels Design
Knox Law
Marked Tree Vineyard
Postero
PMI Blue Ridge
Southern Alarm & Security
Tryon Estates - ACT Retirement Life
Communities
UNC Health Pardee
United Community Bank
Van Winkle Law Firm
Victoria Flanagan, AAMFT Clinical Fellow, Trauma and Grief Counseling
SEASON IN-KIND SPONSORS
Optimum Treadshots
WHKP
WTZQ
IN-KIND SPONSORS
Blue Ridge Public Radio
Cuisine Team
Looking Glass Realty
PERFORMERS ($500+)
Jennifer Andersen (In honor of Ethan Andersen)
Anonymous
S & J Family Fund at Community Foundation Tampa Bay
Eileen Bailey
Bob & Karen Balkman
Marti & Julian Biller
Kay Brems
Richard & Sally Brigden
Sherry K. Brooks
Robert Brown
Becky Bruening (in memory of James Bruening
Michael & Ann Campbell
Keets Cassar
Douglas & Barrie Christman
Carol Coles
Gerard & Odette Coluccelli
Greg & Sally Cox
Thomas & JoAnn Cox
Norris and Cricket Crigler
Mark & Meredith Dornenburg
Elizabeth Justice Giving Trust Renaissance Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Christopher & Mary Fender
Mark Finley
Paul Vencil Fitch
Greg & Carol Fouts
Dr. & Mrs. William T. Garrison
Gayden & Janell Gauthier (in honor of Deceased Family Members)
Mary & Graham Hallward
Rod & Diane Hansen
Sandy & Donna Hastie
Jacque & Woody Headden
Herbert & Pamela Hertner
Patti & Phil Byrd
Jana & Bill Humleker
Carl J. Johnson & Alexandra Das
David & Julia Johndon
Amy Johnston
Lynda Jollay
Ken & Sue Kilburn
Lee & Sarah King
Dan & Edie Lang
Laura & Ron Leatherwood (in honor of Lisa & John Bryant
Ernest Levinson
C.A. Lewis
Jonathan & Kristen Lyda
Carol Martinez
Mast General Store
Geoffrey Masukawa
Elizabeth & Brian McCormick
Gail McLeod
Linda Meade & John Luechtefeld
Leslie & Charles Mishner
Tim & Joey Mock
Beverly Morris
Dennis Mountain
Lois S. Carlson & Jerome Mrowca
Tim & Pam Mullinax
Susan Nation
Mike & Rosemary Nelson
Dennis O’Connor
LTC Robert T. & Patricia A. Payne
Sue Payne (in memory of Jayne & Gloria)
Angela & Joe Peiso
Debbie Penney
Allan Pennington & Lois Mikrut
Paige Posey & Mark Warwick
Charles & Dianne Russ
Edwin & June Salvesen
Bill & Elsie Shuler
Lewis Singer
Barbara Stangl
In memory of Patricia Burkholder Stepp
Robert Stone & Jan Hundhausen
The Paton Fund of Community Foundation of Henderson County, Inc.
Sandy Taraszki
Lana & Raymond Tetzlaf
Peter Thomasson
Jay & Nancy Thorndike
George & MG Tyda
Amy Underwood
Nick & Merrie Weedman (in honor of former Mayor Robert V Staton)
Robin & Bonnie Worcester
BACKERS ($250+)
Wedge & Debbie Abels
From Friends of Flat Rock Theater
Paul A. Abry
Roger C. Adams
Karen Adkisson
Jane & Terry B. Andersen
Virginia Bailey
Jean Baldwin
Rex & Becky Banadyga (in memory of George Wilkins)
Bill & Ceelie Beacham
William C. Beck
Sandra Bennett
Charles & Nancy Blakely
Kari Bos & Robert Vorona
Helen & Chuck Bosshart
Jim Bradford & Ruby Grimm
Robert & Ann Braswell
Geri Brink
John & Lisa (in honor of The Farquhar Family & Vagabonds Everywhere)
Dru Buesing
Bob & Kathy Bushong
Brant & Judy Bynum
Eileen & Pat Cafferty
Robert & Jeannette Cannon
Carol & Rocco Cassone
Robert D. Chapin
Joe & Cheryl Chasin
Kathy & Gary Christensen
Alice Clark
Edie Clark
Brent & Lynn Clever
Celia Cogdell (in memory of Jerry Cogdell)
Adele & Newt Colston
Barbara Connell
Heather Cygan
Anna & Graeme Dalziel
Betsy Darnall (in memory of Tom Darnall)
Sandy J. Davis
Diane Dillingham
Delores Doerr
Lynne Eramo
Ron & Debbie Evilia
Forvis Private Client
James Francis
William Gauld
David & Bonnie Gold (in memory of Herberet Novack)
Goldens
Connie Goodrum
Lt. Col. Walter Goodwin Esq
Tom Gurley
Bob & Myra Hannah
Jerry & Melissa Harrelson
Mike & Paula Harrison
Peter & Sandi Heckman
Paula & Ron Hoffman
Ginny & David Hoppenworth
Richard Hurley (in honor of Pat Hurley Brother & Apprentice in 1965)
Debbie & Standford Hyslop
Alan Jastczemski
Deborah Johnson (in memory of C.B. Johnson)
Johanna Johnson
Clariette Joseph
Andrea Sundberg
Martin Kalb
Judy & Bill LaMée
John N. Leach Jr
Dudley & Becky Lehman
Elaine & Jon Levine
Anat Levi-Wipranik
Doris Loomis
Stephen Machiz
Gayle Magruder
Anne Maliff
David & Susan Marchette
Charles Marston
Robert & Frances Martino
Gene M. May
William McCauley
John & Susan McCormick
Candice & Patrick McGinnis
Herbert & Diana Mcguire
Howard & Mary Lou McJunkin Jr.
Anne Mercer
Charlene Miller
George & Rebecca Mills
Rachel & Jerry Moran
Trish Morgan
Deborah Mounts
Angelique Murphy
Janet Newman Berry
Bill & Judy Pendergast
John Phillips
Becky & Cody Plott
Eve & Alan Powell (in honor of Lisa K. Bryant)
Jan & Dave Powell
Chip & Karen Pryde
Mamie Rader
Dr. Kenneth & Debbie Ray
John Rhicard
Elaine Rindner
Sue Robinson
Eileen Rolnick (In memory of William Iverson)
Bill Elmore & Beth Rountree
Bill & Jean Ann Rushton
Frank Rutland
Scott & Dorene Savage
Karen & Paul Schaefer
Patricia Shepherd
Carole Sitzer (in memory of Stanley Sitzer)
Bill & Karen Skelton
Jaye Smith
Dr. and Mrs. Leonard Snyder
Gail & Nelson Sobel
Mark Sothmann & Kathleen Lally
Carol and Jack Spencer
Steve & Danelle Springer
Fred Stack
Tracy Stanley, Jonah Stanley, Adalynn Riddle
Patti Stewart
Holly & Andy Strauss
Peace Sullivan
D. Alice Taylor
Janet & Rick Taylor
Susan Thomas
Pam & Ed Tiles
Martha Todd
Doris Tomlin
Michael & Rebecca Trepper
Sandy & Bill Tucker
Bill & Ida Walker
Paula & Steve Webb
Andrew & Kathryn Wells
Heidi Will
Valerie Williams
Richard H Willits
Greg Wilson
Linda & Bob Winans
SUPPORTERS ($100+)
Diane Adams
David Aldridge
Vic & Mary Anne Allwein
Anonymous
Vicky Anthony
Sonia & Jerry Arnold (in memory of Bridget Bartlett)
Carol Bailey
David & Pamela Baron
Charles Beard & David Levy
Thomas Bell
Russell Benton
Bruce Berkowitz
Blair Best Jones
Anne Bethea
Lisa Better
Steve & Gina Bishe
David Bock
James Bondi
Books For Good
Becky Born
Cathy Bradley
Tim & Lucy Brannon
Robert & Ann Braswell
Dr. Jim Brewer (in honor of Sandy and Donna Hastie)
Ann Brindisi
Michael Brooks
Elizabeth Brown
Charlie & Lindley Buchas
Christine Burns-Fazzi
Charles & Linda Butz
Lisa & Gus Campano (in memory of Kay Hall)
Marjorie Campbell
Jane Canniff
Alice L. Carey
Eugene & Sallie Carr
John & Carol Carrano
Walter Castro
Christopher Chianesi (in memory of John Cox)
William Clontz
Maureen Coleman
Marty Cornwell
Robin Coseo
Gail Craine
Peggy & Joseph J. Cramer (in memory of Parker Roberts)
James Cullen
Jane Shelton Dale (in honor of Carol D. Austin)
Linda Daleure
Charles & Tammara Darnell
Madeline Daubert
FRP Chorus (in loving memory of Darlene Tribby)
Gerald Davidson
Bret Davi
John Delaloye Jr.
PJ Dempsey
Linda & Brian Dillon
Louis Dixon
Thomas Doebber
Chris Dolman & Cathi Culbertson
Margaret Donaldson
Diane Doolittle
Valerie & Bill Douberley
Dana Dubreuil
Tim Dwight
Margie Eades
Ginger Ellis
Earl Engle (in memory of Constance Engle)
Judith Everding
Larry & Beth Farmer
Emily Fechtenburg
Rodney Filasky
Helen Fischer
Steve & Lori Fischer (in honor of Mike Campbell)
James & Brenda Fisher
Susan Fisher
Juliette Fister (In honor of Matthew Glover and Ethan Anderson)
Diane Fitzgerald
Debra Fontaine
Frank Forbes
Gerald & Gayle Foret (in honor of our parents)
Irene & Lee Friedman
Pamela Fuhrer and Larry Goodhue
Rachel Fulp
Matthew Galaski
Greg Garvan
Marilyn & Allan George
Pamela Gibson
Gordon D Giffin
Larry Gilliland
Barbara Goodman
Genny Beth Gordon
Katherine Grant
Sheila Grapes
Gerald & Ann Graves
Blaine & Cynthia Greenfield
Erinn Groh
Paul & Marilyn Gustman
Lou Hackney & Mark Packard
Earle Haire Jr.
Leah Hammond
Garry Hancock
Jerry & Paulette Handegan
Robert & Diane Hansberry
Rowdy Harden
Kellee Haselton (in honor of
Nat Zegree)
Mary Haslam
John & Carol Helbling
Richard Henderson
Thomas D. Herring Jr.
Randy Herron (in honor of
Karen Herron)
Carrie Hill
William Hill
Patricia Hobbs
Lee & Carole Hodges
William Hollenack
Cheryl Hollingsworth
Susan Hood
Ellen Horst (in memory of Dave Hart)
Dick & Eva House
Steve Hurst
Joseph Iacono
Teresa Iacono (in memory of
Mary Louise Iacono)
Kate Ingram
James & Susan Irvin
Susan Jahnke
Carlton & Blair Jenkins
Gerri Jergensen
Foster & Judy (in honor of Foster M. Johns, IV)
Brad Johnson
Jill Johnson
Paula Jones
Glenda Jowers
Jim & Janel Jurczyk
Katherine Karraker
Michael Kavouklisv
Kathy & Jack Keefer
Janet Kim
Mary M. Kinard
Chuck & Nancy King
Rebecca King
Brittany Kiteley
Paula Klante
Ann & Gene Klimstra
Sharon Kopstein
Sandra & Herb Koross
Lake Summit Properties LLC
Linda & Bill Lambert (in memory of Phoebe Lambert)
John R. Lauritsen
Mary LaVigne
Michael Lawson
Vicki Leary (in memory of Guy Leary)
Vicki Leeds (in memory of my mother, Joanne Hatton)
Vicky Lieber (in memory of Ed Lieber)
The Lemmons Family
Vicky Lieber (in memory of Ed Lieber)
MacLean Limehouse
Virginia Lyle
Bruce Macdonald
Carolyn Marlowe
Laura Martin
Judith Mayer
Stephanie McDonald
Ann McFadden
Michael & Cynthia McVean
Ellen Menkin
Carl Miller
Stuart Miller
Michael Milone
Trudie Mitchell
Gary Mohr Sr.
Wally & Rhonda Momeier
Barbara Moore
Bill & Charlotte Moore
William Moore
Geraldine Morgan
Anthony Mumblow
Judiann Myers
Dennis & Gail Nelson
Robert Neubert
Heidi Owen (in memory of Mary Reimann)
Judy Peacock
William Pender
Robert and Laura Petrus
Jane Phillips
Rick & Elsie Pilarski
Don & Brenta Poole
Robert and Lorie Primosch
Maureen Prunty
Richard Pucciarelli
Thomas & Susan Purdy (in memory of Sylvestor F. Leahy)
Earle & Ann Rabb
Jim & Becky Ramsey
Bill & Beth Ray
Ralph Redpath (in memory of Earl Wentz)
Rick & Virginia Rehn
John Reingardt
RentWNC
Lynda Richards
Pete & Jan Richards
Isabel Richardson
Michelle Rippon
Carol Roberson
Randall Robins
David Robinson & Jean Kaufman
Charley & Pam Rogers
Regan Roos (in honor of Scott Treadway)
Chip & Marcy Ross
David Rumbough (in memory of Linda)
Sue Rush
Mary Michele Rutherfurd
Drs. Robert & Barbara Sadowski (in honor of responders)
Daryl & Emily Sakol
Lydia Sargent
Bill Saylor
Monroe Scheiner
Tony & Adonna Schroer
June Scott
William Scrantom
Lori Slade Sessions ‘96 Apprentice
Wendy Showalter
Patty & Jim Siebert (in memory of Dave Hart)
Connie & James Simons
Frida Sinkler
Helen Sirett & Ken Hendrix
Ann Smith
Carol Smith
Dee Smith
Janet Smith
Punch & Nan Smith
Diana Spitzer
Ann Stewart
Jeanne & Brantley Sudderth
Kim & Mary Taylor
John Teller
Robert Temple
Jay & Nancy Thorndike
Kay Thorp
John & Joanne Thurow
Dennis Tinseth
Arden Travers
Mark & Jane Trexler
Diane Turner
Robert Utsey
Alicia T. Vogel
Mayor Barbara Volk
Nancy Waclawek
Sonja Waddell
Suzanne Waddell
Rick & Deborah Waggoner
Gil & Sheila Walden
Leslie Wallace
Kimberly Ward
Steve & Kim Warne
Joy Warren
Richard Wasch
Bob & Cecily Wells
Craig & Arlene Welch
Jim West
Adrian Wettach
Delbert & Linda Whitaker
Laura K. White
Jay & Patrice Wiggins
David & Cheryl Williams
Kathryn Williams
Robert Williams
Jeffrey & Debbie Wilson
Susan Wirths
Susan Wittman
Christine Woodruff (in memory of Mrs. Mary Reimann)
FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE LEGACY GIVING
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 & David Burnstein
Wes & Gayle Colby
Karen Conley
Bob DiBella & Carol Savage
Albert & Jeannie Gooch
Caroline Gunther
Gene & Robin Hamme
Gordon & Sarah Herring
Sherri & Rick Holbert
Richard B. Hurley
Charlotte & Robert Otto
Tracy Robinson
Lynne & 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 oliviapalmer@flatrockplayhouse.org or by calling 828.693.0403 x 230.
