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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Info on Hearing Loop:
•About 1 in 4 Americans —some 8.4 million—have hearing aids, according to a 2018 poll.
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•69% hearing models—including in-the-ear models and conventional behind-the-ear models.
•A form of assistive listening, including hearing loops, come with portable receivers and headsets.
•What is a telecoil?
-A tiny coil of wire around a core that will induce an electric current in the coil when its in the presence of a changing magnetic field.
- Normally, a hearing aid "listens" with its microphone, then amplifies what it “hears”.
-A telecoil “hears” a magnetic signal which represents sound.
-On telecoil-equipped hearing aids and CIs, the wearer must “turn on or “switch to” telecoil mode. Some users prefer a mode that only uses the telecoil and not the microphones when they are in telecoil mode, and other users prefer a combination of telecoil and microphones.
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•Can use your own hearing aid that is geared to your particular needs.
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SPECIAL THANKS TO:
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
A MESSAGE FROM OUR BOARD OF TRUSTEES PRESIDENT 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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THE SHAWHANK REDEMPTION ADAPTED FOR THE STAGE BY OWEN O’NEILL, DAVE JOHNS
SCENIC DESIGNER
DENNIS C. MAULDEN
SOUND DESIGNER
ALLEN SANDERS
HAIR & MAKEUP DESIGNER
JAZZY JANE ARMSTRONG
DIRECTOR
LISA K. BRYANT
COSTUME DESIGNER
ASHLI CRUMP
PROJECTIONS DESIGNER
PATRICK W. LORD
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR BRANDON MCIVER
PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER / FIGHT CHOREOGRAPHER
BILL MUÑOZ*
ASSIST. STAGE MANAGER AMELIA DRISCOLL*
PRODUCTION MANAGER
ADAM GOODRUM
ASSIST. STAGE MANAGER LINDSEY A. MOSS*
ASSOC. PRODUCTION MANAGER JOSHUA D. STEWART
THE CAST
DANNY BOLERO*..................................RICO
RYAN KNOWLES*.............................HADLEY
PASQUALE LACORTE....................BROOKSIE
BRENDAN MALAFRONTE*..........ENTWISTLE
JOE PALLISTER*......................................RED
JOHN SELBY*....................................TOMMY
LAWRENCE STREET*............................ANDY
LIGHTING DESIGNER LOGAN TAYLOR
ASSOC. PROJECTIONS DESIGNER CLARA ASHE-MOORE
PROPS MANAGER KENZIE CONNER
INTIMACY COACH LAURA RIKARD
ASSIST. STAGE MANAGER HANNAH KATE HAWVER
CASTING BY DALE BROWN, CSA
SCOTT TREADWAY*........WARDEN STAMMAS
MELVIN TUNSTALL*.......................DAWKINS
PAUL VONASEK....................................BOGS
MATT WADE....................................ROOSTER
J. TAYLOR WRIGHT*............................PINKY
JOSEPH SHERER....................................COP
A very special Thank You to Mr. Charlie Grosso There will be a 15 minute intermission.
Photos, videotaping or making of electronic or audio and/or visual recordings of this production and distributing recordings or streams in any medium, including the internet, is strictly prohibited, a violation of the author(s)’s rights and actionable under United States copyright law. THANK YOU!
*The Shawshank Redemption is a play set in a maximum security prison and includes strong profanity, violence, a theatricalization of sexual assault, dark themes, and the appearance of guns and knives. Parental Discretion Advised.
“The Shawshank Redemption” is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC, servicing the Dramatists Play Service imprint. (www.dramatists.com)
*Denotes member of Actors’ Equity Association
INTRODUCING THE CAST
JOE PALLISTER
DANNY BOLERO* (RICO)
JOHN SELBY* (TOMMY)
JOE PALLISTER* (RED)
SCOTT TREADWAY* (WARDEN STAMMAS)
RYAN KNOWLES* (HADLEY)
LAWRENCE STREET* (ANDY)
J. TAYLOR WRIGHT* (PINKY)
MATT WADE (ROOSTER)
JOSEPH SHERER (COP)
PASQUALE LACORTE (BROOKSIE)
BRENDAN MALAFRONTE* (ENTWISTLE)
MELVIN TUNSTALL* (DAWKINS)
PAUL VONASEK (BOGS)
CODY HOWARD (COP)
ABOUT THE CAST
DANNY BOLERO* (RICO) LA native Danny Bolero made his Broadway debut as one of 11 bad bros in ALW’s JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT. In 2009, Danny returned to Broadway in the Tony-winning IN THE HEIGHTS and then back once again in 2023’s revival of PLAZA SUITE, starring Sarah Jessica Parker and Mathew Broderick, some of his regional credits include, EVITA, NINE, DROWSY CHAPERONE, GOLEM OF HAVANA, AMERICAN MARIACHI and the Public Theater’s MISS YOU LIKE HELL. Last year, he received NYC’s top cabaret awards, 2023 Bistro and Mac awards for his one-person show, THEY CALL ME CUBAN PETE, the Music and Genius of Desi Arnaz, allowing him to play Desi Arnaz, whom he has long admired. Children everywhere may recognize his voice from his role as ABUELO on the PBS Kids animated series, ALMA’S WAY. His film credits include THE HITCHER, 2007, LOW TIDE, TOWNHOUSE CONFIDENTIAL, and RAPID EYE MOVEMENT. He recently completed work on PEETY, a radio dramedy produced by UNSEEN THEATER that is due out later this spring. He is thrilled with the opportunity to work with Flat Rock Playhouse. Danny says, “I love the discovering part that happens when working into a new character. Thank you to my reps at CTG and Entertainment Labs Mgmt. And as always, thank you to my angels on my shoulder.” @ELAactorinNYC and www.dannybolero.net.
RYAN KNOWLES* (HADLEY) is stoked to be making his Flat Rock debut! He was last seen on Broadway playing 9 characters in THE LIGHTNING THIEF, for which he received a spot on the New York Times Best Of Theatre yearly list. Off-Broadway credits include last year’s LOVE + SCIENCE at City Center and a long stint with NEWSical. Tours include THE LIGHTNING THIEF, QUEEN’S WE WILL ROCK YOU, THE GRINCH, & Todrick Hall’s OZ. Ryan has played everything on two legs (and occasionally four). From Disney’s Genie to The Wicked Witch of the West; Hunchback’s Frollo to Little Shop’s Dentist; Caliban, Bottom, Prospero and Falstaff. He starred on TV as host of Nickelodeon’s daily live show “Me:TV.” He has danced with the Rockettes, tangled with a 60-inch Python in the woods as the Devil (a role he’s played 11 times), grappled in the ring with Lucha Libre wrestlers in Mexico City, and recited Shakespeare while skydiving (without missing a line). @ImRyanKnowles. RyanKnowles.com
PASQUALE LACORTE (BROOKS) from the age of seven performed in a multitude of variety and musical shows, tap dancing and clowning before attending the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NY. Afterwards he appeared with the NJ Shakespeare Festival, The L’Amore Theatre Ensemble and several regional groups and showcases in the NY metropolitan area. Later, he owned and operated Café Cappuccino - a Jazz/comedy club/restaurant in Milburn, NJ. Absent from the stage for over thirty years, Pasquale got back to the joy of theatre twelve years ago appearing locally at ACT, HART, SART, BMCPA, Magnetic Theatre, Belk Theatre & Diane Wortham Theatre as well as several dinner theatre venues. Recent performances have been SAY GOODNIGHT, GRACIE (George Burns), AN ACT OF GOD (God), A CHRISTMAS STORY (Ralph), RECYCLED NUTS (Jerry/Kemp), and SPAMALOT (Patsy).
BRENDAN MALAFRONTE* (ENTWISTLE) is proud to be returning to Flat Rock Playhouse. He loved his time here in SOUTH PACIFIC (Stewpot), NEIL SIMON’S PROPOSALS (Vinnie Bavasi) and most recently JERSEY BOYS (Bob Crew). As an actor, Brendan captivates audiences, effortlessly embodying diverse characters and bringing humor to every role. He has toured the world performing onboard Disney Cruise Line, and on the National and International tours of Annie and John Tartaglia’s Imaginocean. Brendan was a professor of puppetry at PACE School of Performing Arts, and he continues to teach and direct young actors at Redhouse Arts Center. When Brendan is “out of the frame”, his puppetry skills take the spotlight. Brendan co-founded The Dusty & Dott Company where he writes, designs, builds and performs with his wife, Dott. Together, they created the PBS show “Reading Buddies”, which garnered two consecutive NY EMMY nominations. With a touch of magic and a dash of creativity, he has earned a reputation as an all-around master of the imagination. He hopes to inspire the same in the next generation. @dustyanddott
JOE PALLISTER* (RED) TV Credits include: THE FLIGHT ATTENDANT (Max),THE BLACKLIST (NBC), QUANTICO (ABC), FBI (CBS), POSE (FX) Stage Credits include: THE CRUCIBLE (John Proctor - Bay Street Theater), A STEADY RAIN (Joey - Guild Hall), ART (Serge - Guild Hall), OF MICE AND MEN (George - Bay Street Theater), A RAISIN IN THE SUN (Karl Lindner - Bay Street), ROMANCE (The DoctorBay Street Theater), TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD (Bob Ewell - Bay Street Theater), THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN (BABBY BOBBY - Guild Hall), ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST (McMurphy - Hampton Theatre Company), DOUBT (Father Flynn - Hampton Theatre Company), A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE (Stanley - Hampton Theatre Company). Film roles include Steve in REFUGE, and Hunter in DARK WAS THE NIGHT.
JOHN SELBY* (TOMMY) Flat Rock Playhouse debut! John graduated this past year from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) with his MA in Classical Acting. Favorite roles while training at LAMDA include Sir Andrew Aguecheek in TWELFTH NIGHT, Deflores in THE CHANGELING, and Warwick in MARGARET OF ANJOU He recently performed his original solo play 33 at Theatre Row in NYC as part of the United Solo Festival. He also holds a BA in Screenwriting from Loyola Marymount University. John is thrilled for this opportunity and would like to thank his family, friends, and teachers who have showered him with love and support along the way. john-selby.com”
ABOUT THE CAST
LAWRENCE STREET* (ANDY) Lawrence is grateful to be making his debut at The Flat Rock Playhouse in this beautiful play. His entry point into live theatre was through singing-musical theatre and opera; but he has been fortunate to add several plays to his resume including- August Wilson’s RADIO GOLF for The Portland Playhouse, SATCHMO AT THE WALDORF at Seacoast Repertory, the world premiere of LITTLE BEASTS by Jeanne Marshall at Luna Stage and GRACE, OR THE ART OF CLIMBING for Art House Productions in Jersey City. Lawrence was a member of the Original Broadway Cast of URINETOWN and also has been seen Off-Broadway at The Classic Stage Company in CARMEN JONES, directed by John Doyle, ARCHBISHOP SUPREME TARTUFFE starring Andre DeShields for The Classic Theatre of Harlem, and THE HIDDEN SKY for The Prospect Theatre Company. Lawrence is a member of the Karl Bury acting studio in NYC. @streetlifenstuff
SCOTT TREADWAY* (WARDEN STAMMAS) Scott has cursed WNC Stages for the past 41 years in 180-ish productions between the Playhouse and North Carolina Stage Company. 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.”
MELVIN TUNSTALL, III* (DAWKINS) MT3 is delighted to to perform at the State Theater of his home state! Originally from Burlington, MT3 is an original cast member of the Broadway smash BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL and the original Toronto company of ROCK OF AGES. Most recently JERSEY BOYS at Flat Rock Playhouse. Also an accomplished playwright, Melvin won the Off Broadway Alliance Award for Best TYA Production for penning the book to POLKADOTS: THE COOL KIDS MUSICAL. He is repped by William Morris Endeavor and The Krasny Office.
PAUL VONASEK (BOGS) is incredibly honored and lucky to be back at Flat Rock after playing the Witch(es) in MACBETH last fall. Paul is here because Scott Treadway brought Lisa to the BeBe Theatre in Asheville to watch Cymbeline by the brilliant Nemesis theatre company (who are doing ROMEO & JULIET in July) who took a chance on him after he fled from Los Angeles with his wife Laurie who he met in Chicago doing improv after leaving home in Minnesota where he did not learn about run-on sentences. Paul hopes his two children never find out about this play.
MATT WADE (ROOSTER) is honored to make his Flat Rock Playhouse debut. Locally: MATILDA (Mr. Wormwood) at ACT; YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN (The Monster), ROCK OF AGES (Stacee Jaxx) at HT; and THE TEMPEST (Caliban), HAMLET (Laertes), MUCH ADO (Benedick), MACBETH (Macduff) with Montford Park Players. National tours include OKLAHOMA! (Jud/Ali cover), THE PRODUCERS! (Leo Bloom standby), and nearly two years as an Assistant Cruise Director and Entertainer on the American Duchess Mississippi Riverboat. Most recent regional credits include SWEENEY TODD (Sweeney) with TexArts in Austin, and MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET (Sam Phillips) at Village Theatre in Seattle. Matt is also elated to direct IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Hendersonville Theatre this winter. Enormous gratitude to Paula and his incomparable family for their profound love and support.
J. TAYLOR WRIGHT* (Pinky) is thankful and beyond happy to be back at the Rock for his third season. You may have seen him here in a musical or two, but this is his fourth play with the Playhouse: GOD OF CARNAGE, BLOOD KNOT, AND MACBETH (Assistant Director). Select credits: National Tour and Chinese Premiere of A CHORUS LINE, AFTERGLOW (Off B-way), Hangar Theatre, The Cape Playhouse, New London Barn Playhouse, Northern Stage, Uptown Players. Learn more at j-tw.com.
CODY HOWARD (COP) is delighted to be back in his home state of North Carolina and performing in his first season with the wonderful Flat Rock Playhouse! He attended Manhattan School of Music for a Bachelor of Music and Musical Theatre Performance. Codys’ previous Roles include “Officer Lockstock” in URINETOWN ( Riverside Theater), “Gaston” in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST ( Woodstock Playhouse), and he recently made his Off-Broadway debut as “Lorenzo” in BLOODY FINNTOWN (Players Theater). Cody would like to thank Ilana Lubitsch-Rodriguez, Bob Stillman, and, of course, his family for all of their support over the years. Enjoy the show! Instagram: Cody_Howard01
JOSEPH SHERER (COP) is a Flat Rock-native thrilled to be making his return to the Playhouse. His favorite FRP credits include THE MUSIC MAN, A FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE CHRISTMAS, and JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH He is a rising-senior BFA student at Baylor University and would like to thank Lisa, Lauren, and his family for their support.
DON’T WAIT ON THESE TICKETS! RUNNING JULY 12 - AUGUST 3
THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION PRODUCTION STAFF
Production Manager – Adam Goodrum
Associate Production Manager – Joshua D. Stewart
Production Stage Manager – Bill Muñoz*
Assistant Stage Manager – Amelia Driscoll*
Assistant Stage Manager – Lindsey A. Moss*
Assistant Stage Manager – Hannah Kate Hawver
Assistant Scenic Designer – Ezekiel Ajibade
Technical Director – Brandon McIver
Scene Shop Foreman – Emily Rich
Head Carpenter – Philip Link
Staff Carpenter – Scott Farnworth
Carpenter – Laura Lumetta
Scenic Charge – Steph Charaska
Assistant Scenic Charge – K. Shaly Farmer
Suzanna Barnes – Scenic Artist
Costume Shop Manager – Tim Barham
Assistant Costume Shop Manager – Alice Bryant
ADMINISTRATION
Head of Wardrobe – Amy Pavelka
Stitcher – Betty Miller
Stitcher / Wardrobe Assistant – Jazzy Jane Armstrong
Assoc Facilities Director / Concessions Manager – Bryan Taylor
LISA K. BRYANT (ARTISTIC DIRECTOR / DIRECTOR) This season marks Lisa’s tenth year as the Artistic Director for the State Theatre of North Carolina. Beginning her FRP career as an Apprentice, Lisa has been proud to serve the theatre through the years as a student, Equity actor, teacher, and director. Select favorite FRP performances include Velma Von Tussle/Hairspray, May/The Affections of May, Bianca/Kiss Me, Kate, and Peggy Sawyer/42nd Street. Favorite Directing projects include West Side Story, Amadeus, RENT, My Fair Lady. Once On This Island, and so many more. Lisa is proud to have introduced the critically successful Black Box Series where she directed the hilarious God of Carnage, brought South African playwright Athol Fugard’s Blood Knot to WNC and directed MacBeth. As ever, a special thanks to the extraordinary Playhouse Staff and every artist whose talent, dedication, and passion make ‘The Rock’ rock! Finally, a heartfelt thanks to the patrons, donors, sponsors, and volunteers who keep the theatre going year after year. We literally would not be here without you, and we are forever grateful for your faithful friendship and support.
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
ASHLI CRUMP (COSTUME DESIGNER) Ashli has been a Vagabond for 32 years and formerly managed the costume department for over a decade. Now her role as a guest Costume Designer has opened up new opportunities for creativity. A graduate of the FRP Theatre for Young People Conservatory program, she has a degree in Theatre Design and Technology from Appalachian State University. As the Resident Costume Designer she designed countless FRP productions. Some of her favorites include West Side Story, South Pacific, All Shook Up, Annie, Chasing Rainbows, Million Dollar Quartet, 9 to 5, The Music Man, Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Hank Williams Lost Highway, and A Christmas Story. Ashli also designs for South Carolina Children’s Theatre and has worked for New Stage Theatre, Florida Repertory Theatre, Mill Mountain Theatre, Blowing Rock Stage Company, The Opera Company of NC, Brevard Music Center, Brevard College, and Sapsis Rigging. You can also see Ashli’s handcrafted jewelry and designs at The Garage on 25 in Fletcher, NC.
JAZZY JANE ARMSTRONG (HAIR & MAKEUP DESIGNER) is thrilled to be back for her second season here on the Rock! She is a graduate of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts and received her Bachelor of Arts in Theatre. Some recent work was at Gulfshore Playhouse as a wardrobe intern and at the Weston Theatre Company as a wardrobe supervisor and costume/ wardrobe assistant.
LOGAN TAYLOR (LIGHTING DESIGNER) is currently in his first season as Head of Lighting and Projections for Flat Rock Playhouse. He graduated from The Brevard College in 2017, receiving a B.A. in Theatrical Design & Production emphasizing in Lighting Design. After graduating he worked as the Lighting Director for the Grammy award winning band the Steep Canyon Rangers touring North America from 2017-2021. He then simultaneously joined the Steve Martin and Martin Short tour
“Now you see them, Soon you won’t” starting with their Netflix special working as an Assistant Video Designer and Assistant Monitor Engineer from 2018-2021. Logan is excited to start a new chapter of his life with Flat Rock Playhouse.
ALLEN SANDERS (SOUND DESIGNER) is currently on faculty at Virginia Tech School of Performing Arts in Sound Design. He holds a BA in theater from UNCG and a career with many adventures including community theater, regional theater, 15 national tours, and mixing sound on Broadway. Past work includes Resident Sound Designer at Flat Rock Playhouse for two seasons designing such shows as Drowsy Chaperone, 39 Steps, The Producers, Miss Saigon, Hairspray, and many others. Additional credits include FOH mixer for A Little Night Music on Broadway (which was a Tony Award nominee for Best Sound Design), Technical Director/Production Manager at the Jefferson Center in Roanoke VA, Head of Sound at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center in Charlotte NC, FOH mixer on First National Tour of Dirty Dancing, FOH mixer on First National Tour of Cash, Ring of Fire, vacation cover FOH mixer on First National Tour of Newsies, FOH mixer on National Tour of Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, The Fantasticks, Babes In Toyland, A2 on national tours of Sweeney Todd, Annie, The Who’s Tommy (Tokyo), Miss Saigon, and others. He also enjoys consulting with Radford University and Roanoke College on their musical productions and sound designing for Virginia Children’s Theater. Allen has helped produce two children who gladly take up all of his free time. Thanks to my parents, my girls, and especially my wife, Carrie.
PATRICK W. LORD (PROJECTION DESIGNER) [NATIONAL TOUR]: On Your Feet, Hairspray. [NEW YORK]: Lincoln Center: Where Words Once Were; White Plains Performing Arts Center: The Bodyguard: The Musical. [DC]: The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts: Earthrise, Voyagers, Digging Up Dessa, Where Words Once Were; Shakespeare Theatre Company: Hamlet, Twelfth Night; Everyman Theatre: Dinner and Cake; Olney Theatre Center: Hedwig and the Angry Inch, A Christmas Carol; Gala Hispanic Theatre: On Your Feet: La Historia de Gloria y Emilio Estefan ¡En Español!, Fame: The Musical; 1st Stage: The Phlebotomist, Columbinus; Synetic Theatre: The Phantom of the Opera; Arts Centric: Dreamgirls, The Wiz; Forum Theatre: Love and Information, Building the Wall, Blackberry Winter; Theatre Alliance: Mnemonic (Helen Hayes Award Nomination); Arts on the Horizon: Outside the Lines; Mosaic Theatre Company of DC: A Human Being Died That Night; Taffety Punk: Don Juan. [REGIONAL] Flat Rock Playhouse: West Side Story, South Pacific; People’s Light: Thurgood; Skylight Music Theatre: Ernest Shackleton Loves Me; Croswell Opera House: Beauty and the Beast, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang; Peppercorn Theatre: Desvelado; Ohana Arts: Peace On Your Wings; EDUCATION: MFA, The University of Texas at Austin. www.patrickwlord.com
CLARA ASHE-MOORE (PROJECTION DESIGNER) is a projection designer based in Washington D.C. Recent credits include Projection Designer for Because (KCTYA at Kennedy Center Concert Hall); Associate Projection Designer for Hair (Signature Theatre), Private Jones (Signature Theatre), On Your Feet! (National Tour), The Girl on the Train (Flat Rock Playhouse), The World Goes Round (Olney Theatre Center and Everyman Theatre), Peace on Your Wings (Ohana Arts), Bayard Rustin Inside Ashland (People’s Light Theatre), and Freedom Rider (Crossroads Theatre Company and Alabama Shakespeare Festival); and Assistant Projection Designer for: Nancy (Mosaic Theatre), Dinner and Cake (Everyman Theatre), West Side Story (Flat Rock Playhouse), On Your Feet! (GALA Hispanic Theatre), The Phlebotomist (1st Stage), Ernest Shackleton Loves Me (Skylight Music Theatre), Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Olney Theatre Center), and Dreamgirls (Artscentric at Baltimore Center Stage).
BRANDON MCIVER (TECHNICAL DIRECTOR) is celebrating his second full season with Flat Rock after joining the theatre at the very end of 2022. He has worked in numerous scene shops in various capacities over the last 20 years. In 2003 he moved to Columbia, SC where he began his theatre career as ATD with Trustus Theatre. Throughout his artistic adventure, Brandon has worked as a carpenter, painter and props and scenic designer for many if not all of the theatre, dance and opera companies in Columbia. He has also designed/built scenery, special effects and props for independent film and commercial video. On a smaller scale, Brandon has built scenery and served as puppeteer for the Columbia Marionette Theatre. After relentless vacationing in WNC for the last 15 years, he decided to finally become a resident.
KENZIE CONNER (PROPS MANAGER) is thrilled to be returning for the 2024 Season! Originally from Roanoke, VA, she is a theater professional with nearly 3 decades of experience in performance, props, puppetry, scenic design, stage management, choreography, special effects makeup, technical direction, and production management. After spending a wonderful summer as an intern here at FRP, graduating college, and then spending a year abroad in Ireland, she was lucky enough to work on board Disney Cruise Line for over 3 years. She has worked for the Virginia Children’s Theatre, the Jefferson Center, and many other regional arts organizations in various capacities. Apart from being a theater professional, she has spent time working in event management as the Director of Events for the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad in Ohio, and has spent over a decade as a freelance wedding and event coordinator.
BILL MUÑOZ* (PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER) This year marks Bill’s 33rd season at Flat Rock Playhouse, and 35th year as a proud Union Member of Actors’ Equity Association. 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 of his life.
AMELIA DRISCOLL* (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) is thrilled to be back at Flat Rock Playhouse working on another fantastic production. In 2012, she graduated from UNC Wilmington with a BFA in Creative Writing and a minor in Theatre. Since then, she has worked as an Production Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager for theatres in North Carolina, South Carolina, and California. She would like to thank the cast, crew, production team, and everyone at FRP for making this a wonderful experience. Finally, to her friends and family, a huge thank you for their endless support and love.
LINDSEY A. MOSS (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) is thrilled to be back at FRP and to be part of this important production. Previous credits include Hairspray, Les Miserables, The Last Five Years, and Miss Saigon (among many others) at Flat Rock Playhouse; Vrooommm! at Triad Stage; and Twelve Dates of Christmas-2017 & 2018, Lifespan of a Fact, The Roommate, Be Here Now, and Thurgood at North Carolina Stage Company. Many thanks to Lisa, Adam, Billy, Amelia, Hannah Kate, and the entire FRP team for having me back and a BIG thank you to YOU for supporting live theatre.”
HANNAH KATE HAWVER (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) is from Myrtle Beach, SC and just finished her third year at the College- Conservatory of Music (CCM) studying stage management. She has previously worked at the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts and Gulfshore Playhouse and is thrilled to be in Flat Rock for her first summer.
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 STEWART (ASSOCIATE 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.
DALE BROWN (CASTING DIRECTOR) 30 years to the summer after appearing on stage at the Playhouse, Dale is delighted to rejoin the Vagabonds ranks as casting director. His work in casting includes - 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: 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
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.
BLUE RIDGE PUBLIC RADIO IS HONORED TO SUPPORT FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE
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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 05/21/2024. 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+)
Charlotte & Bob Otto
SHOWSTOPPERS ($50,000+)
Dennis & Victoria Flanagan
Paul M. Simons & Buddy Hughes
Joe & Hilda Ippolito (in memory of Don & Joanne Rathgeb)
David & Sharon Leiman
MEGASTARS ($25,000+)
Clyde & Nina Allen (in honor of Lisa K. Bryant & Paul Feraldi)
Nancy & Richard Burns
Lynn & Bob Davidson
Robin & Gene Hamme
SUPERSTARS ($10,000+)
Audrey Love Charitable Foundation
J. Jette & Linda Edwards Campbell
Beth & Jon Couch
Peter Parry (in memory of John S. Cox)
The Larry & Ashley David Foundation
R Dean Jollay Jr.
Joseph Laughter & Scott Keels
David & Terri Luck
Bill & Miller Medina
Daryl & David Nelms
George & Sioux Oliva
Bob DiBella & Carol Savage
Nancy & Alan Sawyer
Jo & Bob Staton
STARS ($5,000)
John & Lisa K. Bryant
Kay & Franke Burke
Terri Eisenhauer
Deanna & David Ellis
Ted Etherington (in memory of Carolyn Etherington)
Bill & Sally Hale
Kim & Dave Hinkleman
Dr. Rick & Flora Hobson
Thomas T. & Bernice F. Irvin Foundation
Mal & Mary Kessinger
Dot Moyer
The Perkins Charitable Foundation
Justin E. Richards (in honor of Jan & Pete Richards)
Bill & Carolyn Robichaux
Suz & Mike Weitzel
IMPRESSARIOS ($2,500+)
Ellen & Lindsey Allen
David Coates
Carol Gettig & Charlie Phillips
Candi & Josh Guffey
Barbara Guidos
Sherri & Rick Holbert
Judy Hoyer
Steve & Sheryl Jamerson
Diane Kyker
Peggy & Don Luy
Nancy & Larry McGaughy
Beverly Melenyzer
Tim Parks & Lance Hiatt
Tracy Robinson & Mark Salmanson
Joy & Eric Rutherfurd
Amy Singletary
Robert Stone & Jan Hundhausen
Jan & David Sullivan
Robert & Elaine Waring
Gary Warlen
Martha Wurzel (in honor of Philly Kohn)
Diane & Dale Zuck
HEADLINERS ($1,000+)
Ken Adams
Jennifer Andersen (in honor of Ethan F. Andersen)
Anonymous
Jerry & Linda Ariail
Jim & Carol Avallone
Connie & Gib Backlund
Allan & Terri Baer
David & Debra Baker (in memory of Marsha Raney & Virginia Camp)
Bob & Karen Balkman
David Bowers
Dale Salvaggio Bradshaw & Sophia Bradshaw
Kay Brems
Sharon Campbell
Bob & Mary Chamberlain
John & Donna Crawford (in honor of all the actors & staff)
Julie Davis
Steve Dozier Group
Marvin & Patricia Eargle
Jan & Jeff Egolf
Dr. & Mrs. William T. Garrison
Gayden & Janell Gauthier (in honor of Deceased Family Members)
Adam & Sam Goodrum
Harry & Sarah Grymes
Rod & Diane Hansen
Gordon & Sarah Herring
Don Holder (in honor of John & Lisa Bryant)
Bruce Holliday & Denise
Cumbee Long
Ann & Bob Irelan
Diane Jankowski
Steve & Sharon Johnson
Kay Jollay
Joyce Jolly
Kirsch Family
Bob & Paulette Kurek
Bryan Wesselink & Carmen
Lehtinen
Erwin & Nancy Maddrey
Tom Marshall
Sandy & Bill Martin
Caroline Gunther & John McCormick
Tod & Renita McDougal
McKibbin Family Donor Advised Fund of CFHC, Inc.
Richard Mears
Beth Allen Menyhart
Nancy Miller
Roberta Moll
Libby Morris
Lois S. Carlson & Jerome Mrowca
Tom & Jackie Murrill
Robert Nosal & Robert Trisolini
Belinda Parks (in honor of A. Lee Parks, Jr.)
Jeff & Melanie Pieper
William Reese
Turner & Debbie Rouse
Edwin & June Salvesen
Troy, Kate, Beth, Drew
Scarborough (in honor of Nancy & Larry McGaughy)
Michael & Judy Scharf
Lynne & Phil Seymour
George & Cathy Shields
Shannon & Jon Sigmon (in honor of The Goodrum Family - Far & Wide)
Helen & Russell Smart
Jane & Bill Swafford
Jane Rouse Waddell
David & Lorraine Watson
Tricia & Bill Wearmouth
Sandra Woodfin Williams
Young Family Charitable Fund (in honor of Charlotte Otto)
2024 CORPORATE, GOVERNMENT & FOUNDATION SUPPORT
A Friend of Flat Rock Playhouse
Joseph Laughter Clothier & Scott Keels Design
Terri Eisenhauer
Signature Properties
AdventHealth
Charlotte & Bob Otto
New Initiatives Fund
Knox Law
The Shubert Foundation
Mainstage Season SponsorsCharlotte & Bob Otto
The Village of Flat Rock
David & Sharon Leiman Mainstage
Tryon Estates - ACT Retirement
Life Communities
Forvis Private Client
Marked Tree Vineyard
Henderson County Government
North Carolina Arts Council
United Community Bank
Henderson County Tourism
Development Authority
PMI Blue Ridge
Van Winkle Law Firm
Robin & Gene Hamme
New Works Founders Fund
Victoria Flanagan, AAMFT
Clinical Fellow, Trauma and Grief Counseling
Henderson Oil Co Inc.
Joe & Hilda Ippolito Black Box Stage
Southern Alarm & Security
PERFORMERS ($500+)
Anonymous
S & J Family Fund at Community
Foundation Tampa Bay
Sonia & Jerry Arnold (in memory of Bridget Bartlett)
Eileen Bailey
Marti & Julian Biller
Kay Brems
Richard & Sally Brigden
Sherry K. Brooks
Becky Bruening (in memory of James Bruening)
Michael & Ann Campbell
Keets Cassar
Elaine Cole
Gerard & Odette Coluccelli
Norris and Cricket Crigler
Mark & Meredith Dornenburg
Elizabeth Justice Giving Trust
Renaissance Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Christopher & Mary Fender
Mark Finley
Greg & Carol Fouts
Gayden & Janell Gauthier (in honor of Deceased Family Members)
Mary & Graham Hallward
Rod & Diane Hansen
Sandy & Donna Hastie
Herbert & Pamela Hertner
Patti & Phil Byrd
Jana & Bill Humleker
Robert Stone & Jan Hundhausen
Carl J. Johnson & Alexandra Das
M & W Johnson
Amy Johnston
Lynda Jollay
Joe Pucilowski & Susan Kasper
Lee & Sarah King
Dan & Edie Lang
Ernest Levinson
Phil & Cynthia Lewis
Jonathan & Kristen Lyda
David & Nancy Mahoney
David & Susan Marchette
Tom Marshall
Charles Marston
Carol Martinez
Geoffrey Masukawa
Elizabeth & Brian McCormick
Sandra & Donald McIntyre
Gail McLeod
Linda Meade & John Luechtefeld
Leslie & Charles Mishner
Tim & Joey Mock
Judi Moolten
Beverly Morris
Dennis Mountain
Susan Nation
Mike & Rosemary Nelson
Jim & Kitty Olson
LTC Robert T. & Patricia A. Payne
Sue Payne (in memory of Jayne & Gloria)
Angela & Joe Peiso
Allan Pennington & Lois Mikrut
Paige Posey & Mark Warwick
Gordon & Leona Query
Charles & Dianne Russ
Edwin & June Salvesen
M. H. Seibold (in memory of Marvin Seibold)
Lewis Singer
Dr and Mrs Leonard Snyder
Barbara Stangl (In memory of Patricia Burkholder Stepp)
The Paton Fund of Community Foundation of Henderson County, Inc.
Danny & Gina
Sandy Taraszki
Lana & Raymond Tetzlaff
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
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
Robert Brown
Nancy Buchan
Bob & Kathy Bushong
Brant & Judy Bynum
Eileen & Pat Cafferty
Robert & Jeannette Cannon
Carol & Rocco Cassone
Kathy & Gary Christensen
Alice Clark
Edie Clark
Brent & Lynn Clever
Celia Cogdell (in memory of Jerry Cogdell)
Maureen Coleman
Carol Coles
Adele & Newt Colston
Barbara Connell
Robin Coseo
Thomas & JoAnn Cox
Anna & Graeme Dalziel
Betsy Darnall
(in memory of Tom Darnall)
Dr. & Mrs. Amal Das
Sandy J. Davis
Diane Dillingham
Ron & Debbie Evilia
David & Bonnie Gold (in memory of Herberet Novack)
Goldens
Connie Goodrum
Lt. Col. Walter Goodwin Esq
Tom Gurley
Earle Haire Jr
Bob & Myra Hannah
Jerry & Melissa Harrelson
Mike & Paula Harrison
Jacque & Woody Headden
Peter & Sandi Heckman
Paula & Ron Hoffman
Ginny & David Hoppenworth
Lynn & Allan Huffman
Debbie & Standford Hyslop
Alan Jastczemski
Andrea & Jim Johannsen
Deborah Johnson (in memory of
C.B. Johnson)
Johanna Johnson
David & Julia Johnson
Clariette Joseph
Andrea Sundberg
Martin Kalb
Michael Kavouklisv
Ken & Sue Kilburn
Judy & Bill LaMée
John N. Leach Jr
Laura & Ron Leatherwood
Dudley & Becky Lehman
Elaine & Jon Levine
Anat Levi-Wipranik
C. A. Lewis
Doris Loomis
Stephen Machiz
Gayle Magruder
Robert & Frances Martino
Gene M. May
John & Susan McCormick
Herbert & Diana Mcguire
Howard & Mary Lou McJunkin Jr
Anne Mercer
Charlene Miller
Bill & Charlotte Moore
Trish Morgan
Deborah Mounts
Angelique Murphy
Janet Newman Berry
Dennis O’Connor
Bill & Judy Pendergast
Debbie Penney
John Phillips
Becky & Cody Plott
Jan & Dave Powell
Chip & Karen Pryde
Dr. Kenneth & Debbie Ray
Isabel Richardson
Elaine Rindner
Eileen Rolnick (In memory of William Iverson)
Bill Elmore & Beth Rountree
Bill & Jean Ann Rushton
Scott & Dorene Savage
Karen & Paul Schaefer
Patricia Shepherd
Carole Sitzer (in memory of Stanley Sitzer)
Bill & Karen Skelton
Mark Sothmann & Kathleen Lally
Carol and Jack Spencer
Steve & Danelle Springer
Fred Stack
Tracy Stanley, Jonah Stanley, Adalynn Riddle
Holly & Andy Strauss
Peace Sullivan
D. Alice Taylor
Claire Taylor
Janet & Rick Taylor
Susan Thomas
Pam & Ed Tiles
Martha Todd
Doris Tomlin
Michael & Rebecca Trepper
Sandy & Bill Tucker
Suzanna Waddell
Bill & Ida Walker
Paula & Steve Webb
Dr. & Mrs. Jerry Weiss
Andrew & Kathryn Wells
Valerie Williams
Richard H Willits
Greg Wilson
Linda & Bob Winans
J&C Enterprises (in memory of
Mari McCullough)
Bud & Mary Lynn Yost
SUPPORTERS ($100+)
Diane Adams
Barry Aldridge
David Aldridge
Vic & Mary Anne Allwein
Anonymous
Vicky Anthony
Carol Bailey
Jean Baldwin
Marilyn Barnwell
David & Pamela Baron
Charles Beard & David Levy
Thomas Bell
Russell Benton
Bruce Berkowitz
Blair Best Jones
Anne Bethea
Lisa Better
Steve & Gina Bishe
James Bondi
Becky Born
Tim & Lucy Brannon
Dr. Jim Brewer (in honor of Sandy and Donna Hastie)
Ann Brindisi
Elizabeth Brown
Charlie & Lindley Buchas
Dru Buesing
Christine Burns-Fazzi
Charles & Linda Butz
Lisa & Gus Campano (in memory of Kay Hall)
Jane Canniff
Alice L. Carey
Eugene & Sallie Carr
Mercedes Otero
Walter Castro
Robert D. Chapin
Joe & Cheryl Chasin
Christopher Chianesi (in memory of John Cox)
Jeff & Julie Christianson
Marty Cornwell
Gail Craine
Peggy & Joseph J. Cramer (in memory of Parker Roberts)
Keith Crow
James Cullen
Judy Ferguson Cunningham
Heather Cygan
Jane Shelton Dale (in honor of Carol D. Austin)
Charles & Tammara Darnell
FRP Chorus (in loving memory of Darlene Tribby)
Gerald Davidson
John Delaloye Jr
PJ Dempsey
Ellen Depelteau
Linda & Brian Dillon
Louis Dixon
Thomas Doebber
Chris Dolman & Cathi Culbertson
Diane Doolittle
Valerie & Bill Douberley
Dana Dubreuil
Ginger Ellis
Earl Engle (in memory of Constance Engle)
Larry & Beth Farmer
Emily Fechtenburg
Rodney Filasky
Steve & Lori Fischer (in honor of Mike Campbell)
James & Brenda Fisher
Susan Fisher
Juliette Fister (In honor of Matthew Glover and Ethan Anderson)
Elizabeth Fletcher
Debra Fontaine
Frank Forbes
Gerald & Gayle Foret (in honor of our parents)
Robert & Jennie Francis
Irene & Lee Friedman
Pamela Fuhrer and Larry Goodhue
The Fuller Family
Rachel Fulp
Greg Garvan
Marilyn & Allan George
Gordon D Giffin
Larry Gilliland
Barbara Goodman
Katherine Grant
Sheila Grapes
Gerald & Ann Graves
Janet Gray & Russell Luke
Blaine & Cynthia Greenfield
Erinn Groh
Lou Hackney & Mark Packard
Leah Hammond
Garry Hancock
Jerry & Paulette Handegan
Robert & Diane Hansberry
Rowdy Harden
Kellee Haselton (in honor of Nat Zegree)
Mary Haslam
John & Carol Helbling
Thomas D. Herring Jr
Randy Herron (in honor of Karen Herron)
William Hill
Patricia Hobbs
Lee & Carole Hodges
William & Judith Hollenack
Susan Hood
Ellen Horst (in memory of Dave Hart)
Dick & Eva House
Steve Hurst
Teresa Iacono (in memory of Mary Louise Iacono)
Kate Ingram
James & Susan Irvin
Susan Jahnke
Gerri Jergensen
Foster & Judy (in honor of Foster M. Johns, IV)
Brad Johnson
Paula Jones
Glenda Jowers
Jim & Janel Jurczyk
Katherine Karraker
Kathy & Jack Keefer
Mary M. Kinard
Chuck & Nancy King
Rebecca King
Brittany Kiteley
Paula Klante
Mary Klenz
Ann & Gene Klimstra
Sharon Kopstein
Kathleen Kurke
Renée La Schiazza
Lake Summit Properties LLC
Linda & Bill Lambert (in memory of Phoebe Lambert)
John R. Lauritsen
Mary LaVigne
Michael Lawson
Vicky Lieber (in memory of Ed Lieber)
Violet Ludvick
Virginia Lyle
Bruce Macdonald
Anne Maliff
Carolyn Marlowe
Donald Mateyka
Judith Mayer
Carol McCrory and Brenda Clark
Stephanie McDonald
Ann McFadden
Ellen Menkin
Carl Miller
Stuart Miller
George & Rebecca Mills
Trudie Mitchell
Gary Mohr Sr
Wally & Rhonda Momeier
Barbara Moore
William Moore
Rachel & Jerry Moran
Geraldine Morgan
Anthony Mumblow
Judiann Myers
Susan & Joseph Myers (in memory of Bob Sturm)
Dennis & Gail Nelson
Robert Neubert
Heidi Owen (in memory of Mary Reimann)
Mary Owen (in memory of Charlie Owen)
Michael & Phyllis Owens
Judy Peacock
William Pender
Robert and Laura Petrus
Jane Phillips
Rick & Elsie Pilarski
Don & Brenta Poole
Eve & Alan Powell (in honor of Lisa Bryant for her talent, strength, skill, dedication & kindness)
Robert and Lorie Primosch
Maureen Prunty
Richard Pucciarelli
Thomas & Susan Purdy (in memory of Sylvestor F. Leahy)
Ann & Jerry Pyles
Earle & Ann Rabb
Jim & Becky Ramsey
Bill & Beth Ray
Rick & Virginia Rehn
John Reingardt
RentWNC
Lynda Richards
Pete & Jan Richards
Michelle Rippon
Carol Roberson
Sue Robinson
Regan Roos (in honor of Scott Treadway)
Chip & Marcy Ross
David Rumbough (in memory of Linda)
Mary Michele Rutherfurd
Frank & Nancy Rutland
Drs. Robert & Barbara Sadowski (in honor of responders)
Daryl & Emily Sakol
Lydia Sargent
Bill Saylor
Monroe Scheiner
June Scott
William Scrantom
Wendy Showalter
Patty & Jim Siebert (in memory of Dave Hart)
Connie & James Simons
Helen Sirett & Ken Hendrix
Ann Smith
Dee Smith
Jaye Smith
Punch & Nan Smith
Gail & Nelson Sobel
Diana Spitzer
Ann Stewart
Patti Stewart
Jeanne & Brantley Sudderth
Kim & Mary Taylor
Robert & Shirley Teel
John Teller
Robert Temple
Jay & Nancy Thorndike
Kay Thorp
John & Joanne Thurow
Dennis Tinseth
Arden Travers
Mark & Jane Trexler
Diane Turner
Charlie & Jane Tyer
Robert Utsey
Alicia T. Vogel
Mayor Barbara Volk
Nancy Waclawek
Sonja Waddell
Gil & Sheila Walden
Leslie Wallace
Kimberly Ward
Joy Warren
Bob & Cecily Wells
Craig & Arlene Welch
Jim West
Adrian Wettach
Delbert & Linda Whitaker
Laura K. White
Jay & Patrice Wiggins
Heidi Will
Kathryn Williams
Robert Williams
Jeffrey & Debbie Wilson
Susan Wittman
Christine Woodruff (in memory of Mrs. Mary Reimann)
Theo & Ruth Woolsey
Leslie Wynne
Natalie Zitnick
You can catch Rootabaga Express all Summer long, for FREE!
Thursdays and Saturdays at 10:15am at the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site amphitheater.
Thanks to the everyone at the Sandburg home for helping us continue this annual tradition, and thanks Apprentice Program sponsors Lynn and Bob Davidson and Playhouse Jr. Sponsors Dennis and Victoria Flanagan for making this possible!
Preserving the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site for generations to come - would you like to be a part of that legacy? Connect with The Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara to find out how. friendsofcarlsandburg.org
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.
