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CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF LIVE PROFESSIONAL THEATRE!

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WELCOME TO OUR 25th ANNIVERSARY SEASON! It’s hard to believe a quarter century has passed since our first production, because it feels like it was just yesterday when I first stepped onto the Historic Arcade stage in the fall of 1998.

I must admit, both Florida Rep and I have gathered a wealth of experiences since that inaugural season. Hundreds of productions, thousands of actors and designers, technicians, interns, and countless students and patrons have walked through our doors to be moved by the work on our stages.

Thanks to the City of Fort Myers, the Community Redevelopment Agency, and the vision of our founders, Florida Rep has impacted a generation of young people and a generation of theatre goers and helped to make downtown Fort Myers a destination for entertainment and the arts.

Throughout the years, I’ve had the pleasure of working at Florida Rep as an actor, fight choreographer, dialect coach and stage director, and even seen through my children’s eyes the impact our Education Programs make for so many young people. And now, in my fifth season as your Producing Artistic Director, it is an honor to look back on the journey, the countless creative professionals who make working at Florida Rep their passion, and the varied stories we’ve brought to life on our stages.

Storytelling is at the heart of live theatre. Telling stories well is what professional producing theatres do best and throughout our 25-year history, Florida Rep has developed a reputation as one of the top repertory theatres in the business – that’s according to local and national reviews, but more importantly, it’s also the opinion of our loyal audience members.

This season we are telling stories about family, connection, and love. Many of the plays chronicle relationships between wildly different people finding common ground, some provide an escape; others ask us to consider the world from someone else’s perspective, and our spring musical promises to have you dancing in the aisles – again!

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Our Jubilee Season line-up will take you on a journey through time and place from Victorian England, to a 1950’s gritty Philadelphia bar, to a Catholic suburban home in the 1970’s, to a serene New England lake house in the 1980’s, plus the contemporary settings of a senior living complex, a Manhattan high rise lobby, and more.

As you immerse yourself in these terrific comedies, thought-provoking dramas, and poignant musical offerings, you will be led by some of our signature Ensemble members alongside frequent guest artists and some fresh new faces and creative works soon to become part of the Florida Rep legacy. Our visiting professionals and local creative team are dedicated to bringing you the finest in live professional theatre – a tradition we established, and continue to maintain, since we opened our doors.

Downtown Fort Myers was a different place in the late 1990s. It was not the vibrant community center we know now – teaming with busy restaurants, shops, art centers, hotels, and more. At that time, the River District was ripe for rejuvenation and Florida Repertory Theatre was one of the early pioneers. When Florida Rep took residence in the deserted Historic Arcade we became a key player in the downtown renaissance. Thanks to the dedication of our company members and ever-growing loyal patrons and supporters, we now look back with pride, and look forward to all that the future has to offer.

The play you are about to watch is a unique production designed, crafted, directed, and cast specifically for you. You won’t see this version of this play anywhere else, and our team takes great pride in the work they do to delight, entertain, and enrich your life. On behalf of all of us at Florida Rep, we wish to thank you for your patronage, your support, and for joining us at the theatre. We look forward to sharing the next twenty-five years with you.

Greg Longenhagen Producing Artistic Director Pictured: The Cast of NOISES OFF • The Cast of August Wilson’s FENCES Hannah McKechnie, V Craig Heidenreich, Brian Hatch, and Katrina Ferguson in BAREFOOT IN THE PARK • Tyler Layton and Zolan Henderson in SPLIT IN THREE

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A LETTER FROM THE CHAIRPERSON Welcome to our 25th Anniversary Silver Jubilee Season!

On behalf of all of us at Florida Rep, I am honored to welcome you to our 25th season.

I remember so clearly our inaugural 1998-1999 season. Our first production Noises Off had those first audiences laughing in the aisles, setting the bar for what was to follow. It was so successful that we revived it in our 13th year starring Jason Parrish, early in his career here, alongside Vicki Boyle, in her Florida Rep debut.

As a longtime Board Member, I’ve seen nearly every production so it’s hard to pick my fondest memory, but a highlight was watching my husband making his “professional” debut with a walk-on role in Inherit the Wind. As you sit back, I encourage you to reflect on your history with Florida Rep. I hope you feel as grateful as I do that Florida Rep is here working to keep professional theatre alive in Downtown Fort Myers. If this is your first visit, I hope you are inspired to return.

Our education department is also critical to our success and plays an important part in the cultural health of our community. We are proud to offer classes for all ages and have brought theatre to thousands of Lee County students. Our Conservatory Program for advanced-level students celebrated a milestone last fall when a group of local young artists took the stage alongside professional actors in West Side Story.

It is also vital that Florida Rep give back to the industry by nurturing new works.

Our Playlab festival invites playwrights to submit their new offerings and since its inception in 2014, has produced 32 play readings including two commissioned works for young audiences. It is also responsible for six world premieres or regional premiere productions.

We want to thank you for all the ways you support us—from major donations to ticket purchases. It’s only through your financial support that we are able to present the Broadway-quality productions you deserve. Ticket sales alone cannot sustain us. If you able, we hope you will consider donating today.

In closing, and most importantly, I invite you to sit back and enjoy the show!

Janice Danzig, Chairperson Board of Directors

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A LETTER FROM YOUR MAYOR Dear Florida Repertory Theatre Patrons, Happy Silver Anniversary! I am delighted to welcome you as Florida Rep celebrates 25 years of presenting award-winning regional theater at the historic Arcade Theatre and Art Stage Studio Theatre.

The stage lights shone brightly last season with the return to live theatre! What a thrill once again to come together to experience theatre, that cultural phenomenon that connects our community through the human experience— our history, our heritage and the way we relate to one another.

Undoubtedly one of Southwest Florida’s most important cultural and educational institutions, Florida Repertory Theatre unites our community by serving over 45,000 young people and their families each year through a variety of exceptional arts education and outreach programs. Florida Rep provides jobs, purchases goods and services from within the community, welcomes nearly 100,000 patrons annually to the Historic River District, showcasing them as a cornerstone of the Fort Myers economy.

This is certainly an Anniversary worth celebrating and I am delighted to share this with you. Congratulations again to Florida Rep! And many wishes for a bright and successful future.

Yours in public service,

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FLORIDA REP Season 25 Accessible Performances SPONSORED BY CHIPPENDALE AUDIOLOGY Florida Repertory Theatre’s Performance Accessibility Assistance Program (PAAP) provides both audio-described and signed performances throughout the season. Working with the Sally J. Pimentel Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center and the Southwest Florida Council of the Blind, this program offers $25 tickets for patrons with vision loss and patrons in the deaf community (limit 2 tickets per production). Accessible performances take place during 2 PM matinees on Saturday or Sunday as noted below. All tickets are subject to availability and it is highly recommended to reserve in advance.

For information and tickets: Box Office 239.332.4488 • Boxoffice@floridarep.org OR Development Associate Emily Yorgey 239.219.1541 • Eyorgey@FloridaRep.org

Audio Described Performances Ripcord JAN 22 • Historic Arcade Theatre The Importance of Being Earnest FEB 25 • ArtStage Studio Theatre On Golden Pond FEB 26 • Historic Arcade Theatre Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash APR 9 • Historic Arcade Theatre Lobby Hero May 14 • ArtStage Studio Theatre

Signed Performances Ripcord JAN 29 • Historic Arcade Theatre On Golden Pond MAR 5 • Historic Arcade Theatre Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash APR 16 • Historic Arcade Theatre

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WINTER/SPRING PROGRAMMING MONIQUE CALDWELL, EDUCATION DIRECTOR

POP-UP MASTERCLASS SERIES

OFFERED ON SATURDAYS, ONCE PER MONTH Offered once per month on Saturdays, these sessions, taught be seasoned professionals, give students the opportunity to learn or advance their skills in acting, tap dancing, fight choreography, voice, auditioning, and more.

THEATRE TECH PROGRAM

This spring we will pilot a theatre tech program giving students an introduction to the crafts that take place behind the scenes such as set design, costumes & make-up, lights & sound, and stage management.

To enroll or for more information, please visit our website FloridaRepEducation.Org and complete the “Want to Learn More” survey.

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Join us for one of our Theatre for Young Audiences performances offered in the Historic Arcade Theatre.

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A brand-new musical adventure where Ella must find the power to be her true self!

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EDUCATION’S SPRING 2023 CONSERVATORY Florida Rep’s Theatre Conservatory program offers young artists an introduction to the professional theatre experience and culminates with a public performance in the Historic Arcade Theatre.

THE MU SI C A L

Conceived and Developed by David De Silva Book by JOSE FERNANDEZ • Lyrics by JACQUES LEVY • Music by STEVE MARGOSHES Title Song " FAME " written by Dean Pitchford and Michael Gore Fame The Musical inspired generations to fight for fame and light up the sky like a flame! The show follows the final class of New York City’s celebrated High School for the Performing Arts from admission in 1980 to their graduation in 1984. All the struggles, fears and triumphs and features the Academy Award-winning title song and a host of catchy pop numbers. Florida Rep Education’s production will be directed by Monique Caldwell and will feature local SWFL students performing with a live band.

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ENSEMBLE OF ARTISTS Florida Repertory Theatre is committed to providing a first-class regional theatre for Southwest Florida; to creating, nurturing, and developing a diverse ensemble of theatre professionals who will develop long term relationships working on a wide variety of plays; to helping improve the quality of life in our community through all the arts; and to making the arts, especially theatre, accessible to every segment of our community.

We would like to recognize these core members of our Ensemble of Theatre Professionals.

Ensemble Artist Featured in the 2022-2023 Season

ACTORS & DIRECTORS Viki Boyleb Actor Since 2010

Kate Hamptonb Actor Since 2012

Sara Morseyb Actor Since 2008

David Breitbarthb Actor Since 2011

Maureen Heffernanb Director Since 2002

Jason Parrishb Actor/Director Since 2005

Rachel Burttram Actor Since 2002

V Craig Heidenreichb Actor/Director Since 2016

Brendan Powers Actor Since 2008

Mark Chambers Actor Since 2006

Patricia Idlette Actor Since 2008

Peter Thomassonb Actor Since 2004

Chris Clavellib Actor/Director Since 2000

Greg Longenhagenb Actor/Director Since 1998

Michelle Damato Actor Since 2007

William McNultyb Actor Since 2012

IN MEMORIAM Niels Miller Actor & Director 1925-2006 Graham Smith Actor 1955-2020

DESIGNERS & STAGE MANAGERS Audrey M. Brownb Stage Manager Since 2007

Stefanie Gendab Costume Designer Since 2008

David M. Upton Set & Lighting Designer Since 2006

Richard Crowellb Set Designer Since 1998

Jim Hunterb Set & Lighting Designer Since 2000

Janine Wochnab Stage Manager Since 2005

Arthur D’Alessio Choreographer Since 1999

Amy L. Massarib Stage Manager Since 2010

Robert F. Wolinb Set Designer Since 2006

Ray Rechtb Set Designer Since 1999

Todd O. Wrenb Lighting Designer Since 2005

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Concert 2022 Series 2023 Big Band Swing & Jazz Series HERB BRUCE AND THE HERBICIDE JAZZ BAND with Michael Andrew Nov. 3, 2022 • 7 p.m. • $55

Classical Series PIETRO IANNOTTI

Nov. 9, 2022 • 7 p.m. • $50

MERZ TRIO

Jan. 23, 2023 • 7 p.m. • $50

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Holiday Series SANDI PATTY CHRISTMAS TOUR Dec. 8, 2022 • 7 p.m. at The Village Church • $55

HERMITAGE PIANO TRIO

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Dec. 12, 2022 • 7 p.m. at The Village Church • $37

HOTEL CALIFORNIA – THE ORIGINAL EAGLES TRIBUTE BAND

Blue Grass, Folk & Country Series

JOHN PIZZARELLI TRIO Jan. 5, 2023 • 7 p.m. • $55

Feb. 1 & 2, 2023 • 7 p.m. • $55

GENTRI – THE GENTLEMEN TRIO March 24, 2023 • 7 p.m. • $55

Feb. 9, 2023 • 7 p.m. • $50

Feb. 23, 2023 • 7 p.m. • $50

March 16, 2023 • 7 p.m. • $50

GEORGIA PLAYERS presents Fortunate Son

A Tribute to the Music of Creedence Clearwater Revival

Nov. 17, 2022 • 7 p.m. • $55

THE KINGSTON TRIO

Theatre Series DRIVING MISS DAISY Sept. 30, 2022 • 2 & 7 p.m.

Oct. 1, 2022 • 2 & 7 p.m. • $55

BOTANIC GARDEN

LIVE IN CENTRAL PARK (REVISITED): SIMON & GARFUNKEL TRIBUTE

Jan. 10, 2023 • 2 & 7 p.m. • $55

Nov. 18, 2022 • 7 p.m.

Nov. 19, 2022 • 2 & 7 p.m. • $55

LOVE LETTERS

April 3 & 4, 2023 • 7 p.m. • $55

MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER March 2, 2023 • 7 p.m. • $55

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PlayLab is an intensive weekend festival that showcases new plays and new voices in the American Theatre! Join us this spring for an action-packed weekend of readings, panel discussions, networking events, and more!

Be part of the New Play Development process as you watch Florida Rep’s Ensemble Members & guest artists working on a series of NEW plays from established & emerging playwrights!

Playwrights & Titles Coming Soon for 2023!

Visit us online for information about tickets, VIP Packages, and Sponsorship opportunities.

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IF YOU CARE DEEPLY ABOUT FLORIDA REPERTORY THEATRE and are interested in perpetuating its mission and outreach, consider making a transformative gift through planned or legacy giving.

Be the Director of Your Legacy using any one, or a combination, of the following: • A simple bequest in your will • Life income gifts (charitable gift annuity, charitable lead or remainder trusts) • Contribution to the endowment fund • Retirement plans, life insurance policies or 401K transfers • Real estate and individual contributions Please consult with your financial advisor to determine which options work best for you.

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Join the Mary & Hugh Denison Heirloom Society When you make a commitment to support the future of the theatre through a pledge of $100,000, or more, within 10 years through an investment of planned giving or through outright gifts, you can be enrolled in our exclusive Heirloom Society and receive special recognition and benefits.

Through a planned gift you can gain personal satisfaction from helping Florida Rep while advancing your financial goals, plus enjoy special recognition benefits!

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HISTORIC ARCADE THEATRE • FORT MYERS RIVER DISTRICT PRESENTS

RICHARD MALTBY, JR. WILLIAM MEADE RICHARD MALTBY, JR. & JASON EDWARDS CREATED BY CONCEIVED BY ADAPTED FROM THE BROADWAY PRODUCTION BY ORCHESTRATIONS BY STEPHEN BISHOP & JEFF LISENBY ADDITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS BY DAVID ABBINANTI EXCLUSIVELY SPONSORED BY ELLIE FOX

STARRING

MATT CUSACK* • ARMANDO GUTIERREZ* • MAGGIE HOLLINBECK* ALLISON ANN KELLY* • LARRY TOBIAS* DIRECTED BY JASON PARRISH**† MUSIC DIRECTOR MATT CUSACK SCENIC DESIGNER BERT SCOTT***

CHOREOGRAPHER AMY MARIE McCLEARY

COSTUME DESIGNER KIM GRIFFIN***

SOUND DESIGNER KATIE LOWE

LIGHTING DESIGNER TYLER M. PERRY***

STAGE MANAGER RUTH E. KRAMER*

RING OF FIRE was originally produced on Broadway by William Meade, CTM Productions, Bob Cuillo, GFour Productions, and James B Freydberg.

RING OF FIRE is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com †Member of Florida Repertory Theatre’s Ensemble of Theatre Artists • *Member of Actors’ Equity Association **Member of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society

2022-23 GRAND SEASON SPONSORS

Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency

IN THE KNOW. IN THE NOW.

This entire season sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. Florida Repertory Theatre is a fully professional non-profit LOA/LORT Theatre company on contract with the Actors’ Equity Association that proudly employs members of the national theatrical labor unions.

RICHARD MALTBY, JR. WILLIAM MEADE RICHARD MALTBY, JR. & JASON EDWARDS

CREATED BY CONCEIVED BY ADAPTED FROM THE BROADWAY PRODUCTION BY

ORCHESTRATIONS BY STEPHEN BISHOP & JEFF LISENBY ADDITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS BY DAVID ABBINANTI

STARRING Matt Cusack* Armando Gutierrez* Maggie Hollinbeck* Allison Ann Kelly* Larry Tobias*†

UNDERSTUDIES

Sarah Brackett^ Seth Robert Patterson^†

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TIME AND PLACE

An empty concert stage. A celebration of Johnny’s music & the music that made him.

The places important in Johnny’s life: Arkansas, The Grand Ole’ Opry, Memphis…

Everywhere, man.

ANY VIDEO, AUDIO RECORDING, BROADCASTING, OR ELECTRONIC POSTING OF THIS PERFORMANCE IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. RING OF FIRE is performed with one 15-minute intermission.

RUN CREW

Audio Engineer: Hana Suarez A2: Emma Sabulsky Light Board Operator: Mae Burrus Wardrobe: Anthony Toney • Sam Bogan Asst. Stage Manager: Jennifer Woodford Instrument & Automation Tech: Matthew Hakesley †Member of Florida Repertory Theatre’s Ensemble of Theatre Artists.

See page 23 for the entire ensemble.

* The Actors & Stage Manager employed in this

production are members of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.

ˆEquity Membership Candidate **

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SONG CREDITS ACT 1

Country Boy (John R. Cash) © House of Cash, Inc. Straight A’s In Love (John R. Cash) © 1958 (Renewed) Chappell & Co. (ASCAP) All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission.

In The Highways (Music & Lyrics by Maybelle Carter) © Peer International Corporation.

While I’ve Got It On My Mind (John R. Cash) © Song of Cash, Inc. Five Feet High and Rising (John R. Cash) © 1959 (Renewed) Chappell & Co., Inc. (ASCAP) All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission.

Daddy Sang Bass (John R. Cash and Carl L. Perkins) ©Universal Cedarwood Publishing.

Flesh and Blood © Song of Cash, Inc. / House of Cash, Inc. Cry, Cry, Cry (John R. Cash) © House of Cash, Inc. (BMI) admin. by Bug Big River (John R. Cash) © House of Cash, Inc. I Still Miss Someone (John R. Cash, Roy Cash Jr.) © 1958 (Renewed) Unichappell Music Inc. (BMI) All Rights Reserved. Used By Permission

Get Rhythm (John R. Cash) © House of Cash, Inc. Dirty Old Egg Sucking Dog (Jack H. Clement) © Universal Songs of Polygram, Inc.

Angel Band (John R.Cash) © Song of Cash, Inc. Flushed From the Bathroom of Your Heart (Jack H. Clement) © Universal Songs of Polygram, Inc.

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WHO’S WHO MATT CUSACK* (Music Director/Ensemble) returns to Florida Repertory Theatre after appearing in and serving as musical director for last season’s Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story. Matt is an actor, musician, composer, arranger, and music supervisor from New York.

Broadway: One Man Two Guvnors, Bandstand.

Off-Broadway: The Robber Bridegroom. National Tour/Regional: Sweeney Todd, Million Dollar Quartet, The Buddy Holly Story. TV: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. Matt is also a music/audio producer for podcasts, TV, and theatre. Favorite projects include the audiobook Coco Learns Spanish; Podcast: The Porch Song Project; TV show: The Reading League’s: Reading Buddies. To learn more, check out mattcusackmusic.com, a website he sporadically remembers to update.

ARMANDO GUTIERREZ* (Ensemble) returns to Florida Rep after appearing in last season’s Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story. Off-Broadway he was a part of the Grateful Dead musical, Red Roses Green Gold, and Atlantic Theater Company’s Wonderland. Recently he was seen in the revival of You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Cincinnati Playhouse) and Million Dollar Quartet (South Coast Rep). He has also appeared at the Paper Mill Playhouse, Joe’s Pub, Florida Studio Theatre, People’s Light, Forestburgh Playhouse, John W. Engeman Theater, Cohoes Music Hall, Penguin Rep, and Chance Theater.

His band, Saddlemen, are a Brooklyn-based trio that released their debut album last fall.

Special thanks to the Florida Rep Team, PMA, my family and my wife Lanae. Instagram: @saddlementheband MAGGIE HOLLINBECK* (Ensemble) is happy to be making her debut at Florida Rep with this awesome group of humans! Maggie is an actress and musician based in New York City playing roles in musicals such as Once (1st national tour, PCLO and GEVA); Red Roses, Green Gold (Off-Broadway); Woody Sez (Ivoryton Playhouse); Ebeneezer Scrooge’s Big Playhouse Christmas Show (Bucks County Playhouse); and others. She’s also an original member of the band Ramblin’ Rose, which pays tribute to the great women of country music.

Her favorite place to make music, though, is in collaboration with her music partner, Graham Sobelman. Together they’ve recorded five albums: Another Shade of Blue (a song-for-song cover of Joni Mitchell’s Blue) and Jane Kenyon Sessions Vol. One-Four. Graham and Maggie

recently spent a week at Jane Kenyon’s farm in New Hampshire developing a musical based on Graham’s compositions, set to the writings of Jane and her husband, Donald Hall. When Maggie isn’t performing, she nurtures a thriving private practice as a psychotherapist and relationship coach. Website: www.maggiehollinbeck.com Music: grahamsobelman.bandcamp.com ALLISON ANN KELLY* (Ensemble) is thrilled to be making her Florida Repertory debut!

Off-Broadway: Monstress (Hunger and Thirst Theatre Co.) Regional: The Other Josh Cohen, American Idiot, Ring of Fire, Airness, Almost Heaven: John Denver’s America. NY Workshops: Little Orphan Danny, The Hello Girls. TV: The Helpsters (Apple TV+), The 75th Annual Tony Awards (off-stage vocalist). Allison tours nationally as June Carter with Darlin’ Companion: Johnny and June Carter Cash, and with the show she created Ramblin’ Rose: The Women who made Country Music.

Her original music can be found through her band, Southpaw Green, on all streaming services. WSU Grad. Thanks to cast and crew for a wonderful experience! @akplaysmusic @southpawgreenmusic LARRY TOBIAS* (Ensemble) is making his Florida Rep debut with Ring of Fire. His recent regional credits include work with Portland Stage, Weston Playhouse, Paramount T h e a t e r, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Baltimore Centerstage, The Mountain Playhouse. A selection of Larry’s TV and Film work includes Nashville, Donnie Brasco, Ball of Wax, The Angel Doll, etc. Larry is the front man and lead singer for The Grand Tour, a celebration of the music of the King of Country Music, George Jones (www.thegrandtourconcert.com). He lives 12 miles west of the Lincoln Tunnel, in New Jersey, with his wife and their miraculous 5-year-old daughter (also 1 permanent cat and 5 fosters).

JASON PARRISH**† (Director) is an Ensemble Member in his 18th season with Florida Rep, currently serving as Associate Artistic Director.

He is delighted to work on Ring of Fire with this amazing cast and creative team. Directing credits with Florida Rep include Ripcord, Buddy: the Buddy Holly Story, Let’s Fall in Love: A World Premiere Cabaret (which he co-created), the National New Play Network Rolling World premiere of Alabaster, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Million Dollar Quartet, Steel Magnolias, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, A Christmas Story, The Fantasticks, and Tru, as well as Ella Enchanted, The Lion the Witch & the

WHO’S WHO Wardrobe, Curious George: the Golden Meatball, the world premiere commission of Journey to Oz, and many more for Florida Rep’s Theatre for Young Audience Series. His over 30 appearances with the company include Driving Miss Daisy, Cabaret, How the Other Half Loves, The Dingdong, Twelve Angry Men, Around the World in 80 Days, Clybourne Park, Miracle on South Division Street, 2014’s nationally acclaimed production of Arsenic and Old Lace, and six years in David Sedaris’ one-man-show, The Santaland Diaries. Under his direction, Florida Rep’s PlayLab has produced over thirty new play readings, including commissions and World Premiere productions of Split in Three by Daryl Lisa Fazio, Doublewide by Stephen Spotswood, George Washington’s Teeth by Mark St. Germain, Alabaster by Audrey Cefaly, and more. Jason’s work with other theatres as an actor and director includes The Artis–Naples & the Naples Philharmonic, Actors’ Playhouse (Miami), Riverside Theatre (Vero Beach), Theatre by the Sea & Ocean State Theatre Company (Rhode Island), and guest appearances with the New York Philharmonic’s Young People’s Concert Series at Lincoln Center. He is a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association and the Society of Stage Directors & Choreographers Society, and serves as the president of the Florida Professional Theatres Association. www.jasonparrish.net.

RICHARD MALTBY, JR. (Show Creator) includes among his Broadway credits: Conceived/directed Ain’t Misbehavin’ (1978 Tony, NY Drama Critics, Outer Critics and Drama Desk Awards. Also Tony Award for Best Director); Fosse (1999 Tony, Outer Critics and Drama Desk Awards). Lyricist: Miss Saigon (Evening Standard Award 1990, Tony Nomination for Best Score 1991). Director and co-lyricist of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Song & Dance, 1986 (Tony Award for star Bernadette Peters). With composer David Shire: director/ lyricist Baby, 1983 (book by Sybille Pearson; seven Tony Award nominations); Lyricist: Big, 1996 (book

by John Weidman. Tony nomination: Best Score).

Off-Broadway credits: director/lyricist Starting Here, Starting Now, 1977 (Grammy Award nomination); Closer Than Ever, 1989 (Outer Critics Circle Awards: Best Musical, Best Score). Contributes devilish crossword puzzles to Harpers Magazine. Son of well-known orchestra leader; married to Janet Brenner; five children: Nicholas, David, Jordan, Emily and Charlotte.

WILLIAM “BILL” MEADE (Show Conception) began his career as a musician. He has been a featured soloist with numerous orchestras, including the Zurich Philharmonic, Prague Philharmonic, and Jacksonville Symphony. He has produced concerts throughout the U.S. and Europe with artists ranging from Arlo Guthrie to BB Kind. Television: The Miss America Pageant, The Super Bowl Half Time Show, Sex and The City, Love Monkey, and Sesame Street. On Broadway, he has been involved with more than 50 musicals. He is a Grammy-nominated record producer with a wide range of theatrical releases to his credit,

from Hello, Dolly! With Carol Channing to Elegies

by William Finn.

KIM GRIFFIN*** (Costume Designer) NYC Theatre Credits: Comedy of Errors (Boomerang Theater Company), Run (Born Dancing). Regional Theatre credits include Sesame Street Mardi Gras Parade (SeaWorld San Antonio), Time Stops: A New Musical (Kravis Arts Center) Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, West Side Story, Big River, Miss Nelson is Missing, Romeo & Juliet (Florida Repertory Theatre), Primrose, La Parichole (Ohio Light Opera) Happy Journey to Trenton and Camden (Williamstown Theatre Festival). Big, The Musical (Theatre Under the Stars), And Then There Were None (Stageworks). Educational credits include Hometown to the World, Don Giovanni, Il Tabarro, Suor Angelica (University of Minnesota Opera), Il Tabarro, Gianni Schicchi (Rutgers Opera Theatre). Kim also works as a draper and stitcher for Manhattan Theatre Club, Playwrights Horizons, LaGuardia Arts High School and New York University. She has also stitched for events such as The Met Gala, The Golden Globes and New York Fashion Week. www.kimgriffin.net Instagram: @kimgriffincostume RUTH E. KRAMER* (Stage Manager) Previous behind-the-scenes adventures include Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story and the world premiere of Alabaster here at Florida Rep, 20 seasons and 40 productions at Pittsburgh Public Theater, Trouble in Mind at Dallas Theater Center, Miami New Drama, Alpine Theatre Project, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Riverside Theatre, Maine State Music Theatre, Mountain Playhouse, St. Michael’s Playhouse, Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, Shakespeare Theatre Company, Pioneer Theatre Company, and Manhattan School of Music. Ms. Kramer lives in Hell’s Kitchen NYC, proudly serves on the National Council of Actors’ Equity Association, and is a 2021 Stage Managers’ Association Del Hughes Honoree for Lifetime Achievement in Stage Management.

KATIE LOWE (Sound Designer) is happy to return as Resident Sound Designer for the 25th season! Previous credits include On Golden Pond, The Importance of Being Earnest, Ripcord, Freud’s Last Session, And Then There Were None, Incident at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Matilda, Spring Awakening, Disney’s Newsies (Sound Engineer, Florida Repertory Theatre), Maytag Virgin, Bulletproof Backpack, Every Brilliant Thing, Barefoot in the Park, Alabaster, An Inspector Calls, A Fox on the Fairway, Always…

Patsy Cline, Romeo and Juliet, August Wilson’s Fences, Tenderly: The Rosemary Clooney Musical, Damascus, Steel Magnolias, Becoming Dr. Ruth, Refugee, (Sound Designer, Florida Repertory Theatre), Cabaret (Florida Repertory Theatre, A2), Million Dollar Quartet (Endstation Theatre Company, A2), Sense and Sensibility (University of Kentucky). Katie thanks her parents and fiancé, Ben for their endless support and love!

WHO’S WHO AMY MARIE McCLEARY (Choreographer) is a nationally-known director and choreographer of musical theatre. Here in SWFL she serves as the resident director and choreographer for Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre where she most recently helmed the critically acclaimed production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Her work has also been seen at Circa 21 (Saturday Night Fever, We Will Rock You), Gulfshore Playhouse (The Lady Demands Satisfaction), Naples Performing Arts Center (The Sound of Music, A Chorus Line) and across the country on the national tours of The Wedding Singer, Memphis the Musical, and The Wizard of Oz. For Florida Rep, Amy choreographed The Big Bang and collaborated on several projects with Jason Parrish including Schoolhouse Rock, How I Became A Pirate, and Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story. She is thrilled to be back for Ring of Fire. Up next Amy will spend the summer directing and choreographing Escape to Margaritaville (Circa 21) and Bright Star (Timber Lake Playhouse). She is a graduate of NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and the mother of two. Instagram @directlyamy www.amymariemccleary.com.

TYLER M. PERRY*** (Lighting Designer) is thrilled to be returning to Florida Rep! Past credits include West Side Story, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, An Inspector Calls, Cabaret, and 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. He has

designed regionally at theatres including Kitchen Theatre Company, Axelrod Performing Arts Center, Northern Stage, Ocean State Theatre Company, and Hope Summer Repertory Theatre. His work can also be seen on TV and Web: BravoTV, ABC, Fox Sports 1, and AOPA Live. Tyler is the Assistant Lighting Designer for 2017 Broadway revival of Miss Saigon, and national tours of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella and Beautiful: The Carol King Musical. Tyler is the Technical Theatre Director at Riverdale Country School.

Tylermperrydesign.com BERT SCOTT*** (Scenic Designer) Off-Broadway designs include According to Goldman, Bass for Picasso, The Unexpected Guest, The Cocktail Hour, The Middle Ages, The Rules of Charity, and many others. Regionally, Bert has designed for Stages St. Louis, Theatre West Virginia (where he served for seven seasons as Resident Designer), The Opera Company of Philadelphia, The Mark Twain Playhouse (Branson, MO), Theatre by the Sea and Ocean State Theatre (Rhode Island), North Shore Music Theatre (Boston), The Orlando Shakespeare Theatre, Orlando Rep, and Nickelodeon (Slime Time Live! on Norwegian Cruise Lines and several productions of Dora the Explorer Live! in the US and Canada). Bert is an associate professor of theatre and the coordinator of the Theatre Design & Technology BFA program at the University of Central Florida in Orlando.

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ANNOUNCING SEASON 26 BEGUILED AGAIN

MUSIC BY RICHARD RODGERS • LYRICS BY LORENZ HART CONCEIVED BY J. BARRY LEWIS, LYNNETTE BARKLEY, AND CRAIG D. AMES • MUSIC ARRANGEMENTS BY CRAIG D. AMES Sept 22 – Oct 29, 2023 | Previews Sept. 19 – 21

IN THE ARTSTAGE STUDIO THEATRE

Take a dazzling journey through the songbook of Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart – the music that defined a generation! Featuring over fifty of their most beloved hits, this revue is a glamorous, romantic, and nostalgic salute to one of America’s most beloved songwriting duos! Features “Bewitched,” The Lady is a Tramp,” “Where or When,” “My Funny Valentine,” and so many more! “Beguiled Again touches musical heaven!

Rodgers and Hart’s work is beautiful and bewitching.” -Miami Herald

THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA McBRIDE

BY MATTHEW LOPEZ

OCT 27 – NOV 12, 2023 | Previews OCT 24 – 26

IN THE HISTORIC ARCADE THEATRE

Casey is a down-and-out Elvis impersonator in a seedy Florida bar who gets “all shook up” when he’s replaced by a second-rate drag show. Before Elvis can leave the building, “the King” gets a makeover…with the help of some fabulous new friends. Filled with snappy zingers and dance-worthy numbers, this is a wildly entertaining story about finding family in unlikely places. A big-hearted & music-filled comedy! “Stitch-in-your-side funny! Full of sass and good spirits!” -NY Times

A SHERLOCK CAROL

A REGIONAL PREMIERE BY MARK SHANAHAN | CHOSEN FROM THE 2020 PLAYLAB FESTIVAL DEC 1 – DEC 17, 2023 | Previews NOV 28 – 30

IN THE HISTORIC ARCADE THEATRE

The worlds of Charles Dickens and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle collide in this inventive holiday whodunit! Full of intrigue and suspense…with a helping of holiday cheer. When a grown-up Tiny Tim begs Sherlock Holmes to investigate the peculiar death of Ebenezer Scrooge, the Great Detective must use his tools of deduction to get to the bottom of the crime. It is a dark and treacherous Christmas Eve, and once again the holiday is haunted by the spirits of the past, present, and future. Fresh off runs in New York and London! “A clever, crowd-pleasing holiday comedy! -NY Times

THE MOUNTAINTOP

BY KATORI HALL

DEC. 15, 2023 – JAN 14, 2024 | Previews DEC 12 – 14

IN THE ARTSTAGE STUDIO THEATRE

A gripping and electrifying play that reimagines the night before Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination. It’s April 3, 1968, and after delivering his most memorable speech, an exhausted Dr. King retires to his room at the Lorraine Motel in Memphis. The Mountaintop is a surrealistic fantasy about a chance encounter between King and a mysterious hotel maid who brings him a cup of coffee and prompts him to confront his life, his past, his legacy and the plight and future of his people. “The Mountaintop crackles with theatricality and a humanity more moving than sainthood.” -NY Newsday

BEEHIVE: The 60s Musical CREATED BY LARRY GALLAGHER

JAN 12 – 28, 2024 | Previews JAN 9 – 11

IN THE HISTORIC ARCADE THEATRE

From Aretha Franklin to Janis Joplin, the powerful female voices of the 1960s have left an unforgettable mark on generations to come. Beehive: The 60s Musical is a non-stop, energetic celebration of these iconic women and the music that became a soundtrack for a decade of change. Six extraordinary women perform more than two dozen chart toppers from Diana Ross & The Supremes, Petula Clark, Tina Turner, and more. Complete with big hairdos and 60’s fashions, this timeless production will have audiences of all ages singing along and shouting for more. A musical celebration of the powerful female voices of the 1960s!

ICONIC MUSICALS, BIG-HEARTED COMEDIES, 2 0 2 3 & THOUGHT-PROVOKING DRAMAS! 2024

THE GIN GAME

*All Titles and Dates Subject to Change

BY D.L. COBURN

Feb 2-Mar 3, 2024 | Previews Jan 30-Feb 1

IN THE ARTSTAGE STUDIO THEATRE

This modern American classic and Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a touching, moving, and heart-wrenching story about two people looking back on their long lives. Set against the backdrop of a dusty, run-down, southern nursing home, the story unfolds over game after game of gin. As the games intensify, Fonsia and Weller come to grips with what is left of their lives, reveal secrets, regrets, and hopes – and sometimes those revelations become weapons. Weller longs for a victory – after a lifetime of defeats, and Fonsia realizes she may be to blame for her own loneliness. “Extremely intelligent…A fine bittersweet comedy…Funny, sad, profane, eloquent, touching, beautiful.” -WABC-TV

KEN LUDWIG’S A COMEDY OF TENORS FEB 16-MAR 3, 2024 | Previews FEB 13-15

IN THE HISTORIC ARCADE THEATRE

One hotel suite, four tenors, two wives, three girlfriends, and a soccer stadium filled with screaming fans. What could possibly go wrong? It’s 1930s Paris and the stage is set for the concert of the century – as long as producer Henry Saunders can keep Italian superstar Tito Merelli and his hot-blooded wife, Maria, from causing chaos (which they always do!). Prepare for an uproarious ride, full of mistaken identities, bedroom hijinks, and madcap delight. A side-splitting sequel to Lend Me a Tenor! “Playwright Ken Ludwig has hit the jackpot again with his fast-paced, over-the-top farce.” -Beacon Journal

HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY

BY RANDAL MYLER AND MARK HARELIK

MAR 22-APR 14, 2024 | Previews MAR 19-21

IN THE HISTORIC ARCADE THEATRE

Told by a company of actor-musicians, don’t miss this award-winning tribute to one of the great innovators of American popular music! Follow Williams’ rise from humble beginnings to triumphs on the Grand Ole Opry - and his eventual self-destruction at the age of twenty-nine. Featuring hits like “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” “Move It on Over,” “Hey, Good Lookin’,” and many more!

OLEANNA BY DAVID MAMET

APR 19-MAY 19, 2024 | Previews APR 16-18

IN THE ARTSTAGE STUDIO THEATRE

Filled with electrifying dialogue, blazing emotion, and an ending that will leave you talking for weeks. In this riveting drama, a college professor and his female student become embroiled in a war of words that takes a dangerous turn. As their serene campus transforms into a battleground for justice, Mamet’s explosive masterpiece dares you to take a side…if you can. Florida Rep takes on Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, David Mamet, with his most controversial drama! “Oleanna is likely to provoke more arguments than any play this year!” -NY Times

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS & FLORIDA REP STAFF BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Janice Danzig, Chair Naomi Bloom, Vice Chair Dinah Bloomhall Alexandra Bremner Shavon Chester Doris Colgate

Fay C. Gronski, Secretary Arthur Zupko, Treasurer

Marc Collins David M. Fritz R. Marc Laviolette Greg Longenhagen

Sunny Lubner John Martin Martin McLaughlin Marlene Moulton

ADVISORY BOARD

Don Abbott • Liz Abbott • Suzanne Boy • Don Gurule • Melinda Isley • Jan Klein Jane Lane • R. Marc Laviolette • Darrel Lieze-Adams • Greg Longenhagen • Donna Lovejoy Clive Lubner • John Martin • Jeff McCullers

STAFF ARTISTIC & EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

PRODUCTION

Executive Director............................................John Martin Producing Artistic Director........Greg Longenhagen Associate Artistic Director.......................Jason Parrish Executive Assistant............................Dianne Summers

Production Manager/Safety Officer...Charles Clark Associate Production Manager.............Naomi Bates Interim Technical Director......................Miranda White Production Shop Foreman......................Liam Fisher Resident Director...........................................Chris Clavelli Master Electrician..............................................Joel Zishuk Asst. Master Electrician.................................Tyler Evans Carpenter........................................................Shellie Raleigh Sound Engineer..................................................Katie Lowe Costume Shop Manager..................Stephanie Hawks Asst. Costume Shop Manager..............Briar Edwards Wardrobe Supervisor...........Anthony “Tony” Toney Scenic Charge...............................Julie Beth McCracken Scenic Artist...................................................London Dailey Properties Manager...............................Jesseca Terhaar Properties Artist.................................................Lily Munroe

ADMINISTRATION Finance Director.................................................Scott Osler Business Manager............................................Kelly Colton Company Manager............................................Joy Rester Director of Operations...........................Juan Santiago Asst. Operations Manager...........................Blanca Solis Box Office Manager................................Gerrie Benzing Front of House Associates....Rick Aschenbrenner, Samantha Calderon, Renae Corvi, Joanne Friedman, Angel Harris, Jennifer Manekin, Lori McKenzie, Beverly Morgan, Yamil Ocasio, Lee Slattery, Donna VanDuiven

DEVELOPMENT & FUNDRAISING Development Director..........................Jennifer Denike Development Associate............................Emily Yorgey

MARKETING Marketing Director............................Deborah Jonsson Digital Media Specialist....................Joe Dafeldecker Social Media Specialist.......................Stephanie Davis

2022-2023 INTERN COMPANY Acting Company......................................Chase Brackett, Sarah Brackett, Arielle Conrad, Sam Crabtree, Brianna McVaugh, Seth Patterson Production................Mae Burrus, Matthew Hakesley, Emma Sabulsky, Dillon Sheehan, Erija Wayman-Murdock Company Management.............................Gabby Farve Stage Management....DJ Kelly, Jennifer Woodford Costumes.......................Sam Bogan, Eleanor Boozer Properties.......................................................John O’Shields

EDUCATION Education Director.............................Monique Caldwell Asst. Education Director...............................Emily Turtle Touring & Outreach Manager...........Isabella Cintron

Contains strong language, adult situations, & brief nudity.

Florida Rep • 25 Years

A TIMELINE OF ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE

Fall 2001 Fall 1998 Florida Rep is founded by Robert Cacioppo & Carrie Lund. After 10 successful seasons producing professional theatre, Cacioppo & Lund bring their troupe from Sanibel to Downtown Fort Myers. With the help of Don Paight and the Fort Myers Redevelopment Agency, the Historic Arcade Theatre becomes a hub for the arts in the struggling Downtown River District.

The inaugural season opens with Noises Off by Michael Frayn. *Fun fact: Then a traveling actor, Greg Longenhagen, was meant to star in the production, but a cartilage tear knee injury during dress rehearsal sidelined the 30-year-old actor just before opening. Longenhagen now serves as Producing Artistic Director.

Spring 2000 After a full season producing a wide variety of comedies, dramas, and musicals, Florida Rep makes a statement in the spring of 2000 with the modern American classic Inherit the Wind by Jerome Lawrence & Robert E. Lee. The play boasts a cast of over 50 professional and community actors – and remains the largest productions (in terms of people) ever to be produced on the Arcade stage.

John Martin joins the staff as Managing Director. He is tasked with charting a new financial course for the fledgling company, and begins to focus on Florida Rep’s financial health. Now the company’s Executive Director, Martin is Florida Rep’s longest-serving staff member beginning his 21st season in 2022.

Noises Off

Robert Cacioppo Inherit the Wind Wit

Spring 2001

FOUNDING YEARS

Florida Rep makes a splash producing the hard-hitting Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, Wit by Margaret Edson.

Summer 2004 The theatre pays tribute to Neil Simon with summer productions of Lost in Yonkers, Fools, and the second installment of his biographical trilogy, Biloxi Blues.

BUILDING A REPUTATION

Fall 2005

Associate Artistic Director & Ensemble Member, Jason Parrish, starts his career at Florida Rep as part of the ’05-’06 Acting Intern Company.

Fall 2006

January 2009 In the midst of the great recession, Terry Teachout of The Wall Street Journal visits Florida Rep and gives Dancing at Lughnasa a sterling national review, telling readers nationwide to “make haste to Fort Myers where the weather is warm and the theatre fine.”

Audiences do, and combined with a

Florida Rep commissions a new play for young audiences about the life of and impact of Thomas Edison by Kathryn Schultz Miller, Thomas Edison: Fire of Genius, as part of its touring program. Dancing at Lughnasa

major individual donation, the sales help to keep the theatre afloat into 2009.

Teachout, who died in 2022, visited Florida Rep nine consecutive seasons.

His reviews helped to elevate Florida Rep’s national profile for a decade.

Florida Rep is forever in his debt.

Romeo & Juliet

Rabbit Hole

TERRY TEACHOUT

Fall 2007 The 10th Anniversary Season opens with a co-production of Romeo & Juliet with the Classical Theatre of Harlem. With support from the Foundation for Lee County Schools, Florida Rep offers the production free to nearly 5,000 high school students.

Best-selling Author, Playwright & Drama Critic 1956 – 2022 DON’T HAVE TO GO TO “ YOU BROADWAY, OR TO NEW

Winter 2007 Florida Rep is one of the first regional theatres to produce Rabbit Hole by David Lindsay-Abaire after its Broadway run – and just before it snagged the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.

YORK, TO SEE A FIRST-RATE SHOW. YOU CAN DO IT RIGHT WHERE YOU LIVE, WHEREVER YOU LIVE.” –Terry Teachout to the American Theatre Critics Association, 2012

A PLAYER ON THE NATIONAL STAGE

Fall 2009

Fall 2012

With funding from Arthur M. Zupko, renovation on the ArtStage The Santaland Diaries Studio Theatre is completed and adapted from David Sedaris’ opens with Camping with Henry & sardonic short story is the first Tom. Three full ArtStage productions production to take the stage in followed in the 15th Anniversary Florida Rep’s Studio – a Season: The Santaland Diaries, Time makeshift performance venue Stands Still, and The Fantasticks. in the theatre’s rehearsal hall.

The show is revived as a holiday event for six Camping with Henry and Tom consecutive seasons.

Spring 2015 Chosen from the PlayLab Festival, Florida Rep produces its first World Premiere as part of its professional season, Split in Three by Daryl Lisa Fazio.

Split in Three

The Santaland Diaries Clybourne Park

13 The Musial

The 39 Steps

Winter/Spring 2011 The 39 Steps by Patrick Barlow & John Buchan takes the stage as a co-production with Orlando Shakespeare Theatre and breaks attendance and revenue records.

Under the leadership of Education Director Rachael Endrizzi, the Conservatory Program debuts for advanced-level young people.

Inaugural productions are 13 the Musical and Disney’s Sleeping Beauty.

PlayLab reading of Journey to Oz

Winter/Spring 2014 2014 starts strong with another rave review in The Wall Street Journal for the American classic, Arsenic & Old Lace, local critical acclaim with the hard-hitting Pulitzer Prize-winner Clybourne Park, and the inaugural PlayLab Festival of New Works.

A NEW ERA BEGINS Fall 2016 Produced in the aftermath of a contentious election season, Best of Enemies by Mark St. Germain becomes a sell-out hit in the ArtStage Studio. Its message of finding common ground struck a nerve with audiences.

Best of Enemies

Winter 2019 Fall 2017 The 20th Anniversary Season’s September opening moves ahead despite Hurricane Irma shutting down rehearsals and previews for Outside Mullingar, a touching Irish love story.

Fences is an artistic high water mark as the first play the theatre produced by the consequential American playwright, August Wilson.

Musicals Tenderly and Million Dollar Quartet break attendance and box office records in Florida Rep’s 21st Season.

Fences

Million Dollar Quartet

Outside Mullingar Producing Artistic Director Greg Longenhagen

Doublewide

Refugee

Spring 2017 Doublewide by Steven Spotswood is produced as a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere, after its reading in the 2016 PlayLab Festival.

Scan for details about highlighted production photos on this timeline and program cover.

Spring 2019 Fall 2018 Longtime Ensemble actor & director, Greg Longenhagen is named Artistic Director in the theatre’s 21st season.

The Education Department commissions an adaptation of the bestselling novel Refugee for its Touring Theatre Series, and hosts authors Eric Coble & Alan Gratz for its world premiere production.

Thanks to a transformative gift from a group of dedicated donors, Florida Rep purchases the Historic Arcade Theatre, the Bradford Building block, and the adjacent parking lot in Downtown Fort Myers.

CEMENTING OUR LEGACY

Fall 2022

Winter 2020

Fall 2019 Alabaster by Audrey Cefaly opens a record-breaking 11-theatre National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere in the ArtStage Studio Theatre.

A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder sets new attendance records and is the last production to open and close as scheduled before COVID-19 shuts down the entertainment industry.

Florida Rep’s virtual gala raises a record-breaking amount from generous donors in the wake of COVID pandemic shut-downs.

Hurricane Ian strikes SWFL submerging theatre spaces in 4’ of water which damages office and rehearsal spaces, ArtStage Studio and the Historic Arcade Theatre.

Spring 2022 Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story sets box office records during its sensational 5-week run with audiences dancing in the aisles.

Alabaster

The Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder

Golden

West Side Story

Fall 2020/ Winter 2021

Best of Broadway

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story

The theatre creates countless virtual offerings to keep audiences engaged and artists employed during pandemic closures.

Under Greg Longenhagen’s leadership, Florida Rep opened an outdoor series, and used its outdoor stage for professional and Conservatory productions into the spring of 2021.

Fall 2021 The ArtStage Studio opened to in-person performances after 18 months with a world- premiere cabaret, Let’s Fall in Love, a salute to Nat King Cole, Sammy Davis Jr, and more.

Let’s Fall in Love

West Side Story opens on the Arcade stage as the first coproduction between Florida Rep and its Conservatory Program. A cast of over 40 teens and professional actors brought the American classic to life.

SUPPORTERS IN The following individuals have made significant contributions to Florida Repertory Theatre over the past two seasons.

Betty & Don Abbott

Carolyn & Mark Ain

Naomi Bloom

Dr. Maura Chippendale

Hugh & Mary Denison

Ellie Fox

Martin & Mary Ann McLaughlin

Noreen Raney

Sue & Jack Rogers

PLEASE JOIN US IN THANKING ALL OF THESE GENEROUS CONTRIBUTORS TO FLORIDA REP’S CONTINUED SUCCESS.

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THE SPOTLIGHT We thank them for their commitment to sustain professional live theater, nurture the next generation of artists and enhance the cultural landscape of southwest Florida.

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Janet & Bruce Bunch

Linda & Dan Carp

Lynne & Dr. Mark Gorovoy

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Sunny & Clive Lubner

William & Patricia Wiggenhorn

• Karen Allegretti • Darlene & Val Arnold • Lynne Birdt • Alexandra & Eunice Bremner • Art & Hazel Brisker • Judy & Barry Bronstein • Jonatha & James Castle • Joseph Catti • Janice & Michael Danzig • Ruth & Robert Diefenbach • Emily Eason • Missy Jordan • Norine Kehila • Jane King

• Donald & Rebecca Linton • Joel Magyar • Charlotte McCartney • Robin & Jan Mills • Lee Moore & Dee Whited • Dave & Carol Munro • Laurye & Wayne O’Melia • Diane & Ronald Pierce • Gayle Rosemann & Paul McElwee • Jerry & Lorna Shafir • Shelley Wilson & Terry Kelley • Arthur Zupko

Please see page 55 for a full list of Florida Rep’s 2022-2023 donors and in-kind contributors—more than 1,700 people & organizations who are Florida Rep’s Angels. THANK YOU ALL. Photo of Sunny & Clive Lubner courtesy of Florida Weekly.

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HEIRLOOM SOCIETY FOUNDING MEMBERS

Darlene & Val Arnold Linda Sebastian & Guy Almeling Naomi Bloom Dinah Bloomhall Jane & Bob Breisch Janet & Bruce Bunch Linda & Dan Carp Doris & Steve Colgate Berne Davis Mary & Hugh Denison Ellie Fox Jim & Nancy Garfield Vici & Russ Hamm Jim & Mary Lavelle John Madden Joel Magyar Eileen Powers Noreen Raney Gayle Rosemann & Paul McElwee Shelley Wilson & Terry Kelley Arthur M. Zupko GRAND SEASON SPONSORS

City of Fort Myers / Fort Myers Redevelopment Agency The Beaches of Fort Myers & Sanibel / Tourist Development Council Florida Weekly Gulfshore Life Magazine The Shubert Foundation State of Florida / Division of Cultural Affairs 2022-2023 SHOW SPONSORS

Linda Sebastian & Guy Almeling Darlene M. Arnold Lynne Birdt Naomi Bloom Alexander Bremner: In Memory of Eunice Bremner Jane & Bob Breisch Janet & Bruce Bunch Chippendale Audiology William E. Cross Foundation: Art & Hazel Brisker, Donald & Rebecca Linton

Dentons, Cohen & Grigsby, P.C. Florida Weekly Ellie Fox David Fritz Kearns Restaurant Group: Izzy’s Fish & Oyster; Firestone; Cabo’s Cantina; Lodge-Sports, Brews & BBQ; Capone’s Coal Fired Pizza; Downtown Social House; & The Boat House LCEC Gail McClure Mary Ann & Martin McLaughlin Lee Moore & Dee Whited Northern Trust Noreen Raney Sam Galloway Ford-Lincoln Taylor Carpet Ann & Peter Thornton Westbay Community Foundation WGCU Public Media WZVN ABC-7 EXECUTIVE PRODUCER’S CIRCLE $10,000+ Betty & Don Abbott Mark & Carolyn Ain Fred & Jean Allegretti Foundation Ms. Karen Allegretti Darlene & Val Arnold Art Dealers Association of America Inc Lynne Birdt Naomi Bloom Dinah Bloomhall Nick & Aline Bodven Jane & Bob Breisch Alexandra & Eunice Bremner Judy & Barry Bronstein Janet & Bruce Bunch Mr. & Mrs. Dan & Linda Carp Dr. Maura Chippendale-Chippendale Audiology City of Fort Myers Steve & Doris Colgate Janice & Michael Danzig Dentons Cohen & Grigsby, P.C. Ruth & Robert Diefenbach Louis & Patricia A. Dunning Emily Eason Claiborne & Ned Foulds Foundation Ellie Fox Mr. David Fritz

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Vici & Russ Hamm Steven & Wendy Jess Jonatha & James Castle/Grampy’s Charities Missy Jordan Joseph Catti-FineMark National Bank & Trust Mrs. Norine Kehila Jane V. King Lee Anne Tauck / L.A.T. Foundation Lise & Marc Laviolette LeeCares Rehire Grant Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) Lighthouse Wealth Management Sunny & Clive Lubner / Clive Daniel Home John & Dar Mayer Dr. Gail D. McClure Martin McLaughlin-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Mary Ann & Martin McLaughlin Jack & Engrid Meng Robin & Jan Mills Lee Moore & Dee Whited Dave & Carol Munro Northern Trust Company Laurye & Wayne O’Melia Charles & Susan Patten Diane & Ronald Pierce Noreen Raney Sue & Jack Rogers Mr. & Ms. Jerry & Lorna Shafir Allen & Elizabeth Shevach The Shubert Foundation, Inc. Shuttered Venue Operators Grant State of Florida- Division of Cultural Affairs Mr. Frank C. Taylor Waterman Broadcasting of Florida Mordechai & Michal Wiesler William & Patricia M. Wiggenhorn William E. Cross Foundation-Art & Hazel Brisker, Donald & Rebecca Linton Shelley Wilson & Terry Kelley Arthur M. Zupko PRODUCER’S CIRCLE $5,000-$9,999

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Colin & Sandy Black Mr. & Mrs. Don & Marcia Bolte Stephen R. Bowen Construction, Inc. Marc Collins Jane E. de Lisser Destination Magazine Gayle Dublin:In Honor of David Fritz Dave & Cheryl Duffield-In Memory of Ron Wallace Florida Weekly Galloway Family of Dealerships Doug & Linda Garde Nancie & Glen Harper Dr. John H. Mitchell-In Memory of Sally R. Mitchell Darrel Lieze-Adams Bev & Tom Lisle Mark Loren Designs Susan Morris-In Memory of Flo Korman Mr. & Mrs. Paul Peden | the Veranda Kearns Restaurant Group: Lodge, Firestone, Capone’s, Cabos Cantina, Izzy’s, Social House & Boathouse Joel & Bunny Ospa Retina Health Center-Alexander Eaton, M.D. & Hussein Wafapoor, M.D. Gayle Rosemann & Paul McElwee Herb & Ellen Schneider Robert Schuster - in Loving Memory of Rita Rose Schuster Jim & Millie Sernovitz Ron & Carol Sperling Toti - Gulf & Main Twisted Vine Bistro-Denise & Steve Hollister Anne Wardlow Becky & Dick Werner West Bay Community Charitable Foundation WGCU Public Media Catherine Williams Maureen & Robert Wott

DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE $2,500-$4,999 The Irving Downtown Chris Blauvelt - the Standard Restaurant Judy & Charles Cahn Clive Daniel Home Community Foundation of Collier CountyGreen Heron Fund Danny Cunningham Mary Ross Denison Katie and Gary Dittman Carol Duffy:In Memory of Mark Duffy Darlene & Robert Duvin Shell Point Retirement Community Ronald & Lynn Felice Stephen & Christine Fisher Florida Theatrical Association Greg Gehringer Ellen Baker Ghelardi & Raymond Ghelardi

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Sharon & Martin Gorman Dr. & Mrs. David & Jan Gray Don Gurule & Laura Wright Diane Hanley Les & Dottie Hardison Robert Adams & Roberta Heller Roberta Heller:In Memory of Bob Adams Dr. Susan B. Herbel Gregory Balestrero & Frances Higgins Carol Lynn & David Higley Julie Ireland In Loving Memory of Wendy Jess Ruth & Don Keck Chuck & Helen Ketteman Roger & Karen Klotz Dr. Charles Klucka & Daniel Zeugin Lt Col Donald K. Longer Dr. & Mrs. Stephen & Jane Lukowicz Dr. Eugene & Joan Markham John W. Martin Teri Moore - The Art of Fashion & Moore Fred Musch Annmarie Neal Paulette Oliva & Peter McClung Mary & Dick Paulson Donna & Richard Pesci Pultegroup Judith Reich Nils Richter-Kearns Restaurant Group Susan Rivera The School District of Lee County Nancy Sharpless Linda & Ronald Sheets Mr. & Mrs. Martha & Benjamin Lee Simmons Ms. Maureen Smitt Grabowski Joan Maupin & Michael Stepto Stonebridge Services -Florida Dust Free Tile Removal Beverly Taht Ann & Peter Thornton Barbara Vandelaar William & Mary Waldau Dolores Walkenhorst Norma & John Walley Judy Weiner Matthew & JayeLyn Wessendorf Pink & Ron Wesorick Pamela & Thomas Whiteside Karen & Bruce Wilburn Richard E. Wood

ACTOR’S CIRCLE $1,000-$2,499

William & Karen Aarons Liz Abbott & Greg Longenhagen Kevin & Krista Anderson John & Vasiliki Ayotte-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Vasil Babamov Anina & Ben Bachrach Cece Black

Shirley Bohnert Alexandra & Eunice Bremner in Memory of RosieGirl Nancy & Ted Brother Genevieve & Cal Bruno - Bruno’s of Brooklyn Peter Malen & Liz Byck Cameratta Companies Gordon & Janice Cameron Patricia Carroll Howard Clauser John & Susan Connor Lillian Coury Drs. Scott and Dana Crater Larry & Donna Davis Patricia & Michael Davis Mr. & Mrs. Robert M. DeBell Lynda Dechert Steve & Sheri Delaney Jennifer & Richard Denike Mr. & Mrs. Dennis R Devoy Gene & Mary Dolan-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Michael & Gloria Dolan Capt. Jim & C. Druyor Michael Duffel Barbara & Barry Epstein Gloria Fassett Tim Ferguson Michael Filipowski Drs. Joe & Dorit Fisher Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers Mastersingers Hans & Linda Friedebach Ellen Gardner in Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Gayle Dublin Jane Gieryic Marilyn Graham Bruce Greenberg George Walker & Dianne Greene Farrell Diana Grissom Mr. Christopher & Joni Hall Karen Mae Hanson Myk Hauser Joseph & Seanne Heffernan George May & Joanne Heroy-Giller Mary Jane & John Hicks Mr. & Mrs. Bill Horowitz Kim Hostetler Murray & Kathy Hudson Melinda Isley Dr. John F. McCullers Bjarni & Deborah Jonsson Paul & Sally Joslyn Roy Kennix & Frankie Jennings Mr. Michael Kistler Judy & Dick Koloski Legacy Dental Studio Richard Lenholt & Mary Robinson David & Trish Lerner-In Honor of Ron & Pink Wesorick Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Levinthal Lynda Long

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(INCLUDES DONATIONS MADE BETWEEN JULY 1, 2020 & NOV 25, 2022) Kathleen Longenhagen Kathleen & Rob Lopes Mrs. Tara Jean Lowman Luminary Hotel & Co. Aaron Martin Theodore & Mary Mascott Mr. & Mrs. Frank & Susan Matthews Kathleen McClanahan-Gruhl Arden & Jacke McCurdy Laura Reed & Pat McGinnis Jack & Engrid: in Honor of John & Norma Walley Rosalind Metcalf Linda & George Miller John H. & Barbara C. Moore Bari Newport and Magnus Stark Karen Orman & David Lewis Misha Pakdaman Jo Ann & Sam Papanek Tina Parker Tina Parker: In Memory of Ron Wallace Ellyn Pascoe Janice & Bob Piazza Richard Paritzky & Marilynne Ponto Gary & Susan Raimy Pat Rawert Garrett & Judith Reasoner Carol S. Robinson-In Memory of Ron Wallace Carol Robinson Jim & Teddy Rodenfels Philip & Judith Rogers Georgia & Donald Russell Laska & Michael Ryan Sid Sapakie Charles & Joyce Saparnis Tom & Judy Schmitz John & Mary Helen Schnittger Carly Schwartzel Jason and Diane Scoggins Seed and Bean Market Judith Sheperd Bunny & Bob Sher Ron & Marge Sidman Gretchen & Halsey Spruance Sharon McAllister & John Stefani David and Nancy Strack Diane & Bradford P. Straus Donna Sublett In Honor of Dr. Gail McClure Katherine F. Van der Mey Fred & Susan Weinman Dr. & Mrs. Donald & Michele Wernsing Cliff & Georgeanne Williams Peter A. Wilson

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EXECUTIVE FRIEND $500-$999 Barb Acomb Ellen Airs Harold Balink Jerry L Bedacht Paul & Irene Bellfy Joan Berejik Viki Boyle James & Betty Brice Jim & Martha Brueggeman Kay & Brian Bucher Adrianne & Dennis Cady Tony Capone and Michael Marotta Guy Carter Nancy & George A. Cleaver Ms. Oneida Clement Carolyn & Mark Cranfield Dana Tyler Jewelry Ms. Joan and Richard Davis Pete Dellicarpini Louise & William Donadio Jim and Karen Duff Patricia Eggenschiller & Paul May Mr. William G Finke Alice and Dean Fjelstul Carl Flanigan Mrs. Sally S. Flash Susan J French-In Memory of Ron Wallace Steven & Janice Gadson Kathy & Steve Gaerte Kathy Galloway Jim & Nancy Garfield Bruce & Janet George Richard Gerstein Bill & Doris Gilliland Andrea & Milton Goodman David & Gail Hall Nancy Hamilton Musser Mr. Wayne Douglas Helm Kenneth & Kathleen Horn Larry E. Jones Rob and Jen Joyce Gene & Mary Kasper Sandra Kreatz Tony & Maria Landl Audrey & Lou Laucirica James & Mary Lavelle Mr. & Mrs. J.D. & Holly Leland Dick Lenholt Shirley & Joel Levine Mrs. Joann Padove Lewin John and Jane Linscott Richard & Karen Marciante:In Memory of Mark Duffy Dick & Bev Mast Mary Ann & Martin McLaughlin-In Memory of Ron Wallace

Ms. Roberta a Meissner Mr. Douglas E Metz Sandra & Philip Mezey Anne Michaud Cheryle Micinski Suzanne Moore James & Sherry Morgan Deborah & Phil Morris George & Judith Mosse Bob Murray Steve & Cindy Novak Sylvester Ogden Elizabeth Oliver Robert & Katherine Page Dr. & Mrs. Frank & Judy Palaia Mary Anne Palermo Luanne & Bob Peck Dr. Mary & Joseph Periard Peter’s Ice Cream & Coffee Shop Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre Cindy Richardson Richard Rittenberg Mrs. Kerrie L. Roadcap Michael Rozek Robert and Lynn Salem Robert & Carol Scher Mrs. Reeva & Ian Shaffer Monica & Tom Shaner Mrs. Phyllis Sharp Robert & Christine Shockey Mr. & Mrs. Richard Sims Mr. and Mrs. Ley and Shari Smith Mr. Ley Sheward Smith Larry Steinborn Katrin & George Sternberg Strauss & Safran Families Charles Swan Ms. Ann Thornburg Mr. & Mrs. Bill & Barbara Traum Trophy Case Tina Turi-Shelley Henry Von Schreiner Bob & Skippie Wade Barbara Waldman Judy Weiner-In Honor of Dr. Gail McClure Lyman & Deana Welch Don and Michele Wernsing Tom and Pam Whiteside Mr. Stephen & Esther Wiener Ken and Elaine Willis Mary Anne & Tom Spann Wisteria Tea Room Shirley Furry & George Witte Barbara and John Wolfe Byron Yake Halyna Traversa and Bill Young Paula & Mack Young Susan Zell

SUPPORTER’S CIRCLE $250-$499

Rabbi & Mrs. Arline & Solomon Agin

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(INCLUDES DONATIONS MADE BETWEEN JULY 1, 2020 & NOV 25, 2022) Sherie Akerley Tania Alves Marsha Asp Michael & Terry Baldwin Michael & Maureen Barisonek Bette & Bob Batson David & Gail Beattie Barbara & Maurice Bell Penny Long & Ben Cooper Craig & Margaret Bennington Sabina Altholz & Bill Tournay Marilyn Blackstone Ron & Cindy Blythe Ms. Anne Boxall Muriel & Robert Bruskin- in Memory of Ron Wallace Allyson & Philip Burnett Lesley Bush Dr. Diane Call Cantina Laredo Mr. & Mrs. Barbara & Reynolds Challoner Miss Shavon Chester Dr. Paul & Vickie Christianson Coastal Dayz Brewery In Honor of Steve Colgate Debra & Kenny Collins Kenneth Creech James & Patricia Crowley Kathleen Cudahy-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Pam & Don Cummins Ray and Suzi Curler Janet E Daly Dr. & Mrs. Richard & Judi Davis Gina & Paul Dengler Daun Dessak John & Cheryl Dillon Eileen Powers Mary & Gene Dolan Michael & Kathy Donlan Susan & Robert DoucetteIn Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Gary & Pam Edwards Ms. Joyce Ellwanger Andrew & Marcia Evans Vicki Baker Mrs. Karen Fazio Richard Flinn Ms. Arlene R. Foreman Jeff and Sheila Frank Douglas & Veda Frederick Paula Friedman & Jerry Bernay Pason & Renee Gaddis Mary Studer & Geraldine Geboski Susan & William Gillam Jan & Brian Gilmer

Gunter Glass-In Memory of Ron Wallace Gunter M Glass Mr. Joseph & Marcia Goldberg Harold Goldstein Mr. & Mrs. Robert & Diane Goldstein Sally L. Gore Toby Green Joy Gugliuzza Gisela Hammond Betsy K. Hannon Mr. John Henry Harman Linda Harris Maureen Heffernan and Betsy Stewart Dr. & Mrs. Beverly Hemphill Richard Hempstead Virginia & Randall Henderson Jacquelyn Hill Jack Hockley Bonnie & Brian Hogan John & Kay Hoppers Leonard & Susan Howell Jennifer Isenhower Michael Jacquinto Mr. Paul W. Corliss Dona Ainsley & Jeff McCullers Cindy Padnos & Jim Redmond-In Memory of Ron Wallace Sarah Joyce Family Louis & Sharon Kapp Arthur P. Kidd Joseph & Kim Kopp Rich & Kathy Kresge Margaret & Josephine Lane Ms. Judith L Langley Donna Leahy Alan & Edina Lessack Stephanie Levin Theresa Lianzi Mr. & Mrs. Harvey & Carol Lincoln Robert & Bonnie Long Marcia Lopata Dan Flaherty & Linda Lynch Mark Magee Patricia McFeeley Carol McLaughlin-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Andrew McMillan Roy & Beverly McTarnaghan Ann Richard & Burton Meisner Carolyn Messina Frank Miller Ms. Phyllis Minott Diane Monhollan Deborah Moore Elaine & Parker Moore Sara Morsey Terry & Joan Mountford Dennis & Lisa Najjar Naples Soap Company

Network for Good Karen & Kenneth Noble Phyllis & Arthur Ohlstein Scott & Holly Osler Tina Parker in Memory of Clif Jason Parrish Jeff Parrish Mary Parrish Mary & Peter Perkins Mr. Brad Anthony Peterson Mr. Philip F. Peterson Nancy & John Petralia Lynne Petterson-In Memory of Ron Wallace Allen & Peggy Post Ed & Pat Powers Jack Psiris & Doreen Kostel Dave & Lil Rea Peter & Suzanne Read Ken & Donna Rebar Connie Ricciardi John & Lyn Rice Richard Mark & Ellis Robinson Karen & Wayne Rockenbach Barbara and Bob Greene Patricia & John Russell Karen & Bill Sartoris Michael Satow Richard & Joanne Schwarz Kathy and Kevin Sheehan Bonnie & Louis Silverstein Bob & Maggie Simon Holly & Nick Simone Dr. & Mrs. Joseph & Joyce Sirkin Fritz & Sharon Smith Faith & Ron Souders Greta Spalding-Martin Maria & Thomas Spinner Mr. Robert E Stachowiak Katrin Sternberg Diane & Bradford Straus-In Memory of Ron Wallace Lois Strauss Suzanne Summit Peter Thomasson The Thompson Agency Margie & Paul Tirey Gary & Gay Trippe Paul and Lisa Tritel Ken & Virginia Trudell Willard & Grace Vandenberg Randa & Bill Veach Susan & Mike Vitale Mimi Von Schreiner-Valenti Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Louis Webb Rosemary & William Whisten Ilene Saffron & Guy Whitesman Michael Wilson Ms. Myrtis S Yake Shirley Zimmerman Dr. Ellen Zinner

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CONTRIBUTOR’S CIRCLE $100-$249

William & Karen Aarons-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Dan & Sandy Abbanato in memory of Mark Charles Duffy Dr. Thomas A. & Ursula M. Abele Jeanne Achille John & Dee Acuff David and Sara Adelizzi Ms. Narges Ahmadi Catherine & Doug Albert Alan Alpert & Linda Trotta Susan J. Alyn Mr. Donald Amaro In memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Craig & Mary Lou Anderson Robert Andriani In Memory of Ronald Wallace Mr. Wayne Antworth Maryanne & Warren Appell Lora Ashman Larry & Roberta Atkinson Women of Substance-In Honor of Naomi Bloom’s Birthday Dan Bacalzo Mr. & Mrs. Robert Baker Lisa Ballantine Domonic Barnes Dr. Lawrence Barton Gail Bass Elizabeth Bastian Marsha Bates Barbara Baumecker Richard & Katherine Baylis Mary & Frank Benak Allan & Beverly Bercaw Robert & Sara Berendt Richard & Jane Bevis Grant & Judy Birch John & Kate Birkle Kelly Bishop Judith Blackburn Ron Lange & Nancy Blair Naomi Bloom-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Marsha Bloom Weitz - in Honor of Naomi Bloom’s Birthday and the Courtyard in Honor of Ron Wallace Karen Borden Ellen & John Bordieri David Cohn & Carol Borloff Ray & Marie Bosso Kenneth and Marlene Botzung Alexandra & Eunice Bremner-In Memory of Ron Wallace Sherrill Britton Michal Brody Audrey Brown & Graham Smith

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Rev. Robert and Alva Browning Carolyn & Fred Brueggemann Gary & Kathleen Brun Diane Bruno Muriel & Robert Bruskin Diane & John Buchanan John & Nancy Buckley 3pepper Burrito Company Rachel Burttram & Brendan Powers Ms. Nancy L Byerts Linda Calhoun Marti Campbell Lynne & George Campean Louise & Dennis Cannizzaro Captiva Cruises Terry Caron William W Carpenter James & Kathleen Carr-In Memory of Ron Wallace Victoria Casella Dr. & Mrs. Salvatore Castronovo & Margaret Kuss Miriam B. Chaiklin-In Memory of Ronald Wallace Bill White & Rita Chaney Bill & Mary Christison Tony Cicerello Jessica Clark Jessica Clark Wisdom Brian Clendenin-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Jim & Patty Coats Lois Colagrossi-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Juanita Coleman Don & Charlotte Conkklin In Memory of Mary McLaughlin from Friends of The Family From Aramark Carol Cook & Susan Grieger, for Dianne & Rob Chloe’s Cookies Creative Arts Charitable Foundation Lareese Crippen Pam Cronin In Remembrance of Mark Duffy Joana Cruz Ms. Nancy B Cunningham Mr. & Mrs. Edward Cure Dr. & Mrs. Richard & Nancy Curtin Morris Curtis Sharon & Stephen Dahl Ms. Waneta Dailey Anne Dalton-In Memory of Ron Wallace Janice & Michael Danzig-In Memory of Ron Wallace Janice & Michael Danzig:In Memory of Eunice Bremner John Eft & Darlene Russ-Eft:In Memory of Ron Wallace Stephanie Davis

Lynne M. Davison David Dawson Edward & Patricia Decrosta Eileen Deignan Linda Demaree, Dolores Bagish, Rex Laws, Bump Joan Desfosses Phillip & Helen Deverman Jane & Dan DiLena Sharon G. Dimond Mr. Michael J. Dinunzio Larry & Pat Dixon Helen & Charles Donaldson Nancy Donovan Michael & Janice Dougherty Margaret Downey Anne F. Duffy Marie Ann Dulzer Dick and Karen Durand Susan Dyrek Michael and Rose Edwards Gary Eidson Marcus & Marlene Einstein Mr. & Mrs. Joyce EllwangerIn Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Peggi Erickson Larry & Linda Esbjorn Jen Ewing Jan & Vicki Faber & Baker Mary Faegre Daryl Fazio Audrey & Ed Ferman Mary Ann Ferrarese Darlene D. Ferrer Mr. Lee Allen Finch Katherine Fisher Sharon Flanigan J V Fleckenstein Eric & Colleen Fleetham Patricia Fluno Julia Foley Craig & Margaret Folk Daniel Fongemie Gail & Mike Fortier Shelly Frank Irwin & Carol Friedman Jan Frisch David Fritz-In Memory of Ron Wallace David Fritz:In Honor of Steve Colgate Ft. Myers Chamber of Commerce Dorothy & Tom Gaffney Mark & Ingrid Gambill Barbara Gatison Ms. Randy M Girer Sandra Glenton Anita Gluckstal Trevor Gluski Jean & Warwick Goater Nancy & John Godina Jim Goodale & Honey Leveen Carolyn Gora John Granatino

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(INCLUDES DONATIONS MADE BETWEEN JULY 1, 2020 & NOV 25, 2022) John & Frances Granatino Mr. Joseph Lynch Granger Susan Greenhill Antoinette and Oliver Griffin Mr. & Mrs. Gregory G. Grimmer Sr. William & Shareen Groce Beverly Gromek Tiffany Guerra Peter & Lynn Gund Margaret & Ernst Hagen Robert & Evelyne Hall Happy Birthday Steve Colgate Mr. & Mrs. Neal & Sheryl Halleran Mike Halpin Mary, Joanna, & William Harmon Mrs. Karen L. Harris John Hart Jeffrey and Emily Hawley Hilary Hayden Loretta & Peter Heller George & Eileen Herberger Tamara Leake Sharon & Ray Hershey Morris Herstein Paul & Joan Hirsch Mr. & Mrs. Errol & Cheryl Hohmann Ms. Jane Holder Mary T. Holl Mrs. Barbara Hollasch Vicki Holt Nora Hoover Ruth Hovet Sheila Hoyt Judith Huebner Jean Hutzler IBM IMAG History and Science Center Larry & Judy Ingle Donna M. Jablonski Mary Daley Jacobs Jason’s Deli Mr. & Mrs. Chris J Jensen Alice & Charles JohnsonIn Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Bob & Judy Joyce Valerie Kaiser Peter Kalikow-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Christina Kardon Leonard & Angela Katz Bonnie Kellen Candace Kelley Ms. Kathryn Kelly Nancy C. Kelly Jacquelyn Kenly Paul Kidd Ann T.M. Kiely Ms. Josephine R Kingsley

James Kohler Mrs. Jean Kohn Sarkis & Marie Kojian Mrs. Melanie Kopacz Marilyn & Julian Korn John & Odette Kotsi Gregory & Mary Lou Kreis Anne & Kenneth Kunzman-In Memory of Mary Ann McLauglin Gerald & Dorothy Kurtz Deanne Kyle Sylvia Lachapelle Jacques Lamarre Barb Lamphere Ron & Anne Marie Landisi Edward Langston Dr. & Mrs. Robert & Nanda Edward Lapata Martin Laplatney Pamela Lassman-In Memory of Ron Wallace Lise & Marc Laviolette-In memory of Ron Wallace Eileen & Chick Lawless Wendy and Tim Bruce & Susan Lawson Marcia Leadbetter Helen & Bruce Leddy Susan & Chris Lee Charlotte Lefton Phyllis & Dale Lentz Jeffrey Letts & Barry Lukatch David Lewis Linda & Les Lincke C A Lincoln John & Barbara Lindsey:In Memory of Mark Duffy Larry & Patricia Linn David J. Lionett Fund of Greater Worcester Community Foundation Sherron Long Diane Longenhagen Milia Kathleen & Richard Longenhagen Mary Longer Marcia Lopata-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Sunny & Clive Lubner:In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Sunny & Clive Lubner-In Memory of Ron Wallace Robin MacBriar Steve and Pam Mack in loving memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Mrs. Valerie Magas Karen & Len Makowski Toni Marion-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin James & Donna Markusen Rosemarie Marone Thomas Mather Donna L. Matthews

Dennis C. Maulden Rev Charles & Pamela May Barbara Mazur Pamela McCabe Don McDonald Ruth McGuire Jeanette Meade-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Jeanette Meade Donna Meltz Philip Mercer Larry & Mireille Meyers Carol & Patrick Milkovich Brenda & Bob Miller Mary Miller Mr. Robert W Miller Beatrix Mitchell Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mitchell Jim & Geraldine Mockler Melinda Moore Diane & Roger Morin Kim Morgan Dean Deborah Mortensen Frank & Judy Moser Kathy Schneiderman and Marty Moss Mr. & Ms. Edward Muldoon Ann & Charles Mullen Priscilla Myers Naples Botanical Garden Mary Frances Nelson Dr. Wayne Bryce Nelson Mr. & Mrs. Howard Nemenoff Nancy Ness Lillian Neubauer Mrs. Ellsworth Snow Dr. Thalia Nittis Wayne Noble Northern Trust Bank-In Memory of Ron Wallace Clark & Barbara Norton Roger & Gail Novak Dr. Andrew & Denise OakesLottridge Robert & Laura O’Flynn Ralph & Arlene Oistacher Sharon & Frederick Olson Mrs. Sharon Marie Olson Sandra Oltean The Orr Family Julia Osborne In Loving Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Ms. Marlene Ott Kent D. Overbey Joy and Stu Pankin Arthur J. Paone Laura Perrone Vincent Petraro-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Ms. Darlene F Philip Judith Phillips Valerie & Doug Bentley & Barbara Pierce Eleanor & Blaine Place John & Sharon Poole

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2022-2023 DONOR SUPPORT

(INCLUDES DONATIONS MADE BETWEEN JULY 1, 2020 & NOV 25, 2022) Lourdes Price Cynthia Pride Rose & Kenneth Pryor Carl & Elaine Puricelli Mr. Gary Allan Ralph Kim J. Reese Danny and Valinda Rester Richard Haley, Inc. Kathi Rinehart Gloria & Richard Rittenberg Mr. Andrew George Robel Diane Roberts Mr. James L. Robertson Susan K Roberts Valerie Ann Robinson Island City Stage Joseph Rosenberg V.I.P. Tours of New York, Joe Rosenberg and Alejandro Almaguer Michael & Carol Rosenberg Denise Rosenbloum Enid Rosenthal - in Memory of Ron Wallace David & Victoria Ross Portia Rouby Felinda Rubin Rodney Ruppel Bob & Nanno Ryan-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Salon Nicholas Leroy & Polly Sample Juan Santiago Mr. & Mrs. Robert Santoro Toby & Sandi Sauls Warren Sauter Joanne Scanlon Prestia Tom Scattoloni Mary Louise Schaefer Fred and Miriam Schearer Mrs. Barbara K Schellhammer Jane Schiff Ellen Douglas Schlaefer in honor of Julie H. Duro Reina & Robert Schlager Jeffrey & Deborah Schmitt David R. Schneider Roger Schonewise Julia & Donald Schwartz Harriet & Stu Schweitzer George Sciascia Linda Seifert Dara Shareef-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Kathy Shaw Roger Shaw Colleen Corbett Sheldon Bunny & Bob Sher-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Bob & Pat Short In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Dr. & Mrs. Albert & Anita Shrive Mary Ann Siclari Peter & Mary Kay Sidell Larry & Helen Siebert

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Howard S. Silverman Kate Simon Donna & Mark Sisitsky- in Memory of Ron Wallace John W. & Carolyn L. Smith John Smith-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin John W. Smith Shelia Sobeski Miss Wendy Joy Sommariva Patrick & Cindy Sorensen Charles & Susan Spilman Dr. Jo Stecher Bill Stejskal Nicholas & Mickey Sterling Art Stevens Mr. & Mrs. Kelsey & Jean Stewart Ruthann Stinson Albert Stohrer Albert + Kathleen Stohrer John & Stephanie Stoll Mr. Richard Benyo & Janet Stradley Janet Stradley Friends of the great Mike Filipowski Sunny & Clive Lubner:In Honor of Steve Colgate Linda K Sutherland Mr. Donald S Sutton Sherry Swearngin Kay Swift-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Kay Swift Sid & Sandy Tally Judith & John Taylor Ms. Sandy Teger Brian Thompson Terry & Mimi Tincher David Tompkins Lyn Bruner & Ronald Treaseh David Trowbridge Doris M Trowbridge Ginny & Blair Tullis John Turbyfill Jean Turnbull Linda and Tom Uhler Mary Valpey Carolann & Gerritt VanderMeer Sandra Velasquez Ted & Lisa Ehrlich Lisa Viola Ray Vold Bill and Mary Vollmer Lorraine Walker Williams Barbara Waller Rich & Laurie Ward Richard & Darlene Watkins Kathy Weigel Arthur Wenk & Patti Wilson Arthur Wenk Kathryn Weston Colleen Wheeler Pat & Hubert Whitaker Tommy & Trudy Williams

Charles & Joyce Winchester Barbara Jane Winkler Carrie and David Wintersteen Wilder W Woods Laura Woodward Joanne & Henry Worley Ms. Mary Margaret Wright Jennifer & Philip Wyckoff Pam Wynne Lisa Yorgey Billie Young Dr. & Mrs. Norman J. Zeig Mrs. Edwin & Ronellva Ziebart Zoeller Inc. Robert Zukerman

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Rita Abbott Mr. & Mrs. Robert Thomas Albitz Mrs. Virginia Amend John Donnellan & Ann Betters - in Honor of Naomi Bloom’s Birthday Debra Bass Ashley Baucom Carol Beck Mr. James W. Beever, III Brannon & Matt Belcastro Cecilia Bell April H. Bellefeuille Mrs. Lori Berkowitz Marsha Bloom Weitz-In Memory of Ron Wallace Zeke Bocklage Karen Bottemanne Karen Boyce In memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Sarah Brown S. Dean Brown Catherine Bush Clyde Butcher Andrew Cerullo Thomas C. Chester Kathryn & Miguel Cintron Don Clark Kristin Clippard In Honor of Kim Morgan Dean and Tricia Matthews by Linda Coffey Nancy Collins Patricia J. Collins-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Eric Condit Barbara Jean & Robert Connors-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Emma Paige Cook Candice Crain - In memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin In memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Dolly and Bob Dalton

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2022-2023 DONOR SUPPORT

(INCLUDES DONATIONS MADE BETWEEN JULY 1, 2020 & NOV 25, 2022) Janice Danzig:In Honor of Steve Colgate Booch & Ginger Demarchi Debra De Rosso Pete & Anita Di Bella Terry & Charlie Divine Michelle Dominek Edison Ford Winter Estates Patricia Espeut Carol Evans Jane Evans Mary Jane Everett Doug & Debbie Felkins The Friends & Family Fund Barbara Fernot Marilyn W. Fielding-In Memory of Ltc John F. Fielding Helen Fisher Tina Frankenhoff Carol and Charles Fuechsel In remembrance of Mary Ann McLaughlin Gametime Fort Myers Catherine Gardiner Jennifer Gardiner Richard Gates Pat Germain Mariella Goldberg Linda & Larry Gonneville Joan Goodwin The Gossett Family Mr. Edward Gray Green Cup Cafe Linda D. Greene:In Memory of Mark Duffy Emma L Gurule Roy Hahnfeld Mr. & Mrs. Arnold Harris Peter and Carole Hart Bennie Harvard:In Memory of Mark Duffy Mr. & Mrs. David R Hazzard Mr. & Mrs. Jim & Carolyn Helms Joey Herrera Debra & Jeff Hodroff John Hoyt In memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Mr. Ian M Ireland Penny Irwin Kyle Jackson Ellen Jacobs-In Memory of Ron Wallace Kathy Jeffery James O’Brien & Patrica Jessie Robert Johnson Dr. & Mrs. Warren & Carol Johnson Warren & Carol Johnson Mr. & Mrs. Charles F. Johnston

Christina Jonsson Matt Kelley Kerrie Roadcap Right Choice Realty Jan & Jed Klein Mr. Richard M. Klish Kristy Knupp Emily & Stan Kotler Ruth E. Kramer Dan and Nancie LaDuke Charles Lam:In Memory of Mark Duffy Lise & Marc Laviolette-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin In honor of Jim and Claire Akins Carol Leone Randy & Susan Lichtman- in Memory of Ron Wallace Bonnie & Jon Liljequist Margaret Lombardi-In Memory of Ron Wallace Jack & Pat Long Philip Milia & Diane Longenhagen Milia-In Honor of Greg Longenhagen & Liz Abbott Glen & Patricia Lose Raymond & Maryjo Luebbers Kathleen Mahan Darlene Mahnken Joanne and Richard Salmon Tricia Matthews Alex May & Taylor Hale Frank McDonough Barbara McMahan Mrs. Jane McWilliams Mr. & Mrs. Francis A. Merola Donna Miceli Ann Mieczkowski Don & Karen Miller Gretchen Monti Toby and Bernie Moss Danna Munson Mrs. Elena A Murray Kathy & Tom Nicol Mrs. Margaret Ann Nielsen Robert & Paula Novander Karen Oberthal Patrick O’Hare Ms. Palma Louise Okeefe Sarah O’Reilly Kim Ostrenko Denise Panunte Beverly Poole Don Redman Art & Averil Reisman Nancy Repanshek Rodizio Grill Hazel Rodriguez & Family

Nancy and Daniel Rooney Susan Rowe Judi Roye La Ree & David Rudge John Ryan Margaret Ryan Ms. Rosemary Sacco Charles & Joyce Saparnis-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Carole Schieszler The Schram Family Madeline Seefeld Mrs. Susan Jean Sekira Mary P Shanahan Ralph & Sandra Shaw Imran Sheikh Nancy Sheppard-In Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Debra Silver-In Memory of Ron Wallace Richard & Pamela Simon Geri and Alan Smith Lois M. Smith Mr. Stanley Smulyan Judith Spiegel Kent Sprague Henry and Janice St. Hilaire Patricia Stilwell Becky Stroebel Mary Studer Ms. Doris E Swensono Gina Taylor Chuck & Paula TebbettsIn Memory of Mary Ann McLaughlin Emma & Fawn James & Gloria Tindell Margie Tingley Nancy M. Trainor Tropical Breeze Fun Park Patrick Joseph Tucker Tom & Jill Valesky Robert & Ruth van Jones Gary & Linda Vannice Mama V. WKHS George Voegele Douglas & Linda Wallin Gerrie Weaver Micah Weese Dr. Nancy L. Weiss Dr. Denise Renee Wesley Joyce White H. Lee Whittington Mr. & Mrs. Jim And Christine Wideman Dan & Andrea Williams Diane Williams Irene & Ted Winterrowd Emily Yorgey

This listing reflects generous contributions made in the past year or as pledges for the 2022-2023 Season. Consider adding your name to this list.

To Contact the Development Department, call 239.219.1540.

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Arnie Flakowitz Patricia ‘Tish’ Flattery Tina Flock Stephanie Floer Denise H. Flynn Lynne French Georgia Frieswick Janice K. Gadson Steven L. Gadson Sandy Gagnon Madeleine Garner Steve Garner Ann Garvelink Richard Garvelink Linda Gentilcore Pat Gentile Jane Gieryic Anthony Gizzy Darlene Godby Elaine Goldsmith Tom Goldsmith Sherrie Good Jean Halko David L. and Bernadette Hamera Christine Hankins Janel Harper Helen Haver Susan (Sally) Hiller Kathy Himes Paula Hinspeter Diane Howard Barbara Hughes Gayle Hunt Peggy Jackson Kay Janssen Cynthia and Dennis Jindra Arthur Jones Marilyn Jones Brian Karl Mary Kellner Ron Kellner Polly Kiely Richard A. Kilfoyle Ed Kocsis Jan Kocsis James and Ranea Kwiatkowski

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2022-2023 These individuals have given their valuable time and talents in many capacities over the past 24 seasons.

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