Waukesha Civic - Candy Cane Tales 2013

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Originally Conceived and Written by John Cramer Additional Material Written by Jes Sudbrink and Jacob Sudbrink Sponsored In Part By

This program was supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts

Director/Choreographer Jes Sudbrink

Director/Music Director/ Orchestration Sequencer Jacob Sudbrink

Stage Manager Jennifer Allen

Scenic Designer/Master Carpenter AJ Simon

Costume Designer Nikki Maritch

Lighting and Sound Designers Scott Fudali and Keith Handy

Properties Designer Shawn Spellman

Wig Master Anthony Mackie

Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols December 6 – 22, 2013

Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre Building Mardi Bryant Jones Mainstage 264 West Main Street in Downtown Waukesha Tickets: (262) 547-0708 www.waukeshacivictheatre.org

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T H E C A S T O F C H A R AC T E R S

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Ensemble, Soloist “Bring Him Home Santa”.....................................................................Sarah Albers Daughter................................................................................................................................Lily Baranowski Ensemble, Minion..................................................................................................................... Evelyn Barta Ensemble, Heat Miser.................................................................................................................... Jeff Barta Dad................................................................................................................................................ Paul Burkard Ensemble.........................................................................................................................................Ruth Caves Ensemble, Soloist “I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas”.................Stephanie Christiansen Ensemble, Grandma, Mrs. Claus ............................................................................................Lee Conrad Ensemble, The Grinch....................................................................................................................Jeff Davis Ensemble............................................................................................................................. Kaitlyn Downing Mom.............................................................................................................................................Teri Downing Ensemble, Ballerina, Minion......................................................................................................Evie Evans Ensemble............................................................................................................................................ Glen Fink Ensemble, Soloist .......................................................................................................... Martin Graffenius Ensemble, Ballerina, Soloist “All I Want For Christmas … Teeth”.......................Sydney Johnson Ensemble............................................................................................................................... Hailey Kapenga Ensemble, Rudolph, Cindy Lou Who........................................................................... Allyson Kulinski Ensemble........................................................................................................................... Kimberly Laberge Ensemble.................................................................................................................................. Laura Laberge Ensemble, Sleigh Ride Duet................................................................................................... Karl Magsig Ensemble, Sisters Duet.....................................................................................................Grace McDonell Ensemble, Minion..................................................................................................................Chantae Miller Ensemble, Sisters Duet.........................................................................................................Nicole Morley Ensemble................................................................................................................................. Debi Mumford Ensemble.............................................................................................................................Stephanie Nilsen Son............................................................................................................................................... Eddie Pronley Ensemble, Sleigh Ride Duet........................................................................................... Lindsey Retzlaff Ensemble, Minion..................................................................................................................Kaden Rhodes Ensemble, Ballerina, Minion ...........................................................................................Emma Schoultz Ensemble............................................................................................................................. Shawn Spellman Ensemble, Snow Miser, Francis Church....................................................................................Jeff Stark Ensemble, Max................................................................................................................... Nolan VanHaren Ensemble, Santa Claus ...............................................................................................................Jim Volden Ensemble......................................................................................................................................Tammy Vrba Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols is performed in two acts.

There will be one fifteen-minute intermission between the acts.

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SCENES AND MUSICAL NUMBERS

ACT I Scene 1 – Dad’s Favorite Movie

Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink Scene 2 – White Christmas Movie Moments

Sisters

Gee, I Wish I Was Back In The Army

White Christmas Scene 3 – Who Are They?

Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink Scene 4 – Snow Miser Scene 5 – The Snow Medley

Winter Wonderland/Sleigh Ride Medley

Adapted from various arrangements Scene 6 – He’s Making A List…

Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink Scene 7 – Santa’s Lap

Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink

I Want A Hippopotamus For Christmas

All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth

Bring Him Home Santa

Family Ensemble

Family, Snow Miser Minions Snow Miser and Minions Lindsey Retzlaff, Karl Magsig Father, Daughter Kids, Santa, Mrs. Claus Stephanie Christiansen Sydney Johnson Sarah Albers

Scene 8 – Christmas Eve Mom Arrangement and additional orchestration by Jacob Sudbrink Scene 9 – Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer Ensemble Scene 10 – The Internet Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink Scene 11 – Yes, Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus

Mom, Daughter Mom, Daughter, Francis

Scene 12 – Carol Of The Bells Ensemble

Arrangement by Jacob Sudbrink Scene 13 – Jingle Bells, Batman Smells

Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink Scene 14 – Ho, Ho, Ho And A Ha, Ha Ha!

The Restroom Door Said Gentlemen

Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer

The Twelve Pains Of Christmas

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Family Ensemble

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ACT II

Scene 1 – The Christmas Can-Can Ensemble

Arrangement by Jacob Sudbrink,

Adapted from an arr. by Straight No Chaser Scene 2 – Those Gold People!

Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink

Dad, Daughter, Heat Miser Minions

Scene 3 – Heat Miser

Heat Miser and Minions

Scene 4 – The Snow Has Melted

Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink

Dad, Daughter

Scene 5 – Christmas Around The World Medley

Mele Kalikimaka Feliz Navidad

Dominick the Italian Christmas Donkey

O Tannenbaum

Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree

Medley Arrangement by Jacob Sudbrink,

Original Arrangements by various artists

Ensemble

Scene 6 – What A Fun Adventure!

Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink Scene 7 – How The Grinch Stole Christmas Scene 8 – You’re A Mean One, Mister Grinch

Family The Grinch, Max, Cindy Lou, Ensemble Ensemble, The Grinch Solos by Marty Graffenius, Jeff Stark

Scene 9 – Time For Bed

Dialogue by Jes Sudbrink

Family

Scene 10 – I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus Daughter

Scene 11 – Silent Night Ensemble

Arrangement by Jacob Sudbrink Scene 12 – I’ll Be Home For Christmas

Curtain Call

Son, Family, Ensemble Full Cast

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P R O D U C T I O N S TA F F Director/Choreographer ...................................................................................................... Jes Sudbrink Director/Music Director/Orchestration Sequencer ............................................... Jacob Sudbrink Stage Manager ...................................................................................................................... Jennifer Allen Scenic Designer/Master Carpenter...........................................................................................AJ Simon Costume Designer.................................................................................................................. Nikki Maritch Lighting and Sound Designers .......................................................... Scott Fudali and Keith Handy Properties Designer ........................................................................................................ Shawn Spellman Wig Master...........................................................................................................................Anthony Mackie We regret any omissions due to printing deadlines.

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BIOGR APHIES

in alphabetical order

Sarah Albers (Ensemble, Soloist “Bring Him Home Santa”) Sarah happily returns to WCT for her third appearance in Candy Cane Tales. She thanks Jacob and Jes for this wonderful opportunity and is excited to work with this amazing cast. Sarah is a fourth grader at Summit View. She loves to play the cello, act, write, and draw. “Merry Christmas Everyone!”

Jennifer Allen (Stage Manager) Jennifer is an employment lawyer at Alan C. Olson & Associates, S.C. She is excited to work with Jacob, Jes, and this amazing cast. Voted “Miss Christmas Spirit” in college because of all her Christmas decorations and music, Jennifer has enjoyed celebrating Christmas since October. “Enjoy show and the season!”

Lily Baranowski (Daughter) This is Lily’s second year in Candy Cane Tales. She is nine years old and lives in Brookfield with her parents, older brother and sister, her dog, and two gerbils. Lily loves working with the cast, thanks God for the talent he has given her, likes animals, and hopes you are blessed by the play.

Evelyn Barta (Ensemble, Minion) Evelyn, a fifth grader at Milwaukee Spanish Immersion School, is very excited to be back for her second performance of Candy Cane Tales! She has been in numerous shows at WCT and other local theaters. She recently acted in “We All Fit,” a movie about autism and friendship.

“Thank you, Mr. and Mrs. Sudbrink!!”

Jeff Barta (Ensemble, Heat Miser) Jeff is back as Heat Miser in his second run of Candy Cane Tales and appreciates the opportunity to return to the WCT stage with his daughter, Evelyn. “Thanks much, Jacob and Jes!” Paul Burkard (Father): Paul is grateful to be appearing again at WCT. He loves the holiday season and performing with “family” and friends. He hopes you enjoy this years Candy Cane Tales And Holiday 8

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Carols. He sends love and appreciation to Military Families past and present for their service!

Ruth Caves (Ensemble) By day Ruth is a metal fabrication worker, welder, and assembler. By night she’s doing community theater: acting, singing, stage crew, set builder and painter. She even joined a modeling / talent agency because she got bored!

Stephanie Christiansen (Ensemble, Soloist “I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas”) Stephanie is a 6th grader at Silver Lake Intermediate School in Oconomowoc. This is her first WCT production and she’s very excited to be in it. She also played Maid Marian’s tutor in Robin Hood and a Pansy in Alice in Wonderland. She loves drawing manga style, writing comics, playing the piano, and singing.

Lee Conrad (Ensemble, Grandma, Mrs. Claus) This is Lee’s second year in CCT at WCT, reprising the roles of Mrs. Claus and Grandma. Just to be involved in the show with former and new cast mates is beyond a thrill. This past fall Lee performed a sassy nun in Nunsense at St. Luke’s Church in Brookfield. She is a resident of Waukesha, and the real “Grandma” of seven!

Jeff Davis (Ensemble, The Grinch) Jeff Davis is happy to be back on the WCT stage once again, having more fun than he should be allowed to have, playing the grumpy Grinch. The best part is being part of a wonderful cast, both adults and children. “Thanks, Jes and Jacob for casting me, and all my love to my wonderful wife Katie!”

Kaitlyn Downing (Ensemble) Kaitlyn is so excited to be back at WCT for her 9th show, including Oklahoma!, Elvis: I’ll Remember You, Seussical, and Miracle On 34th Street.

She thanks God for giving her these opportunities and is grateful to her mom and dad for all their support. “Have a happy holiday!”

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Teri Downing (Mom) When not playing Mom on-stage, three incredibly grateful roles for her are Wife, Off-stage Mom, and Nana. She’s cherishing a second year acting alongside daughter, Kaitlyn, and dedicates the solo, “Christmas Eve,” to her late father, Don Seegert, as this is her first Christmas without him ... but oh, she feels the presence of her dad. “Merry CHRISTmas!”

Evie Evans (Ensemble, Ballerina, Minion) This is Evie’s second theatrical performance, the first being The Sound Of Music where she played a nun. She is also apart of The Waukesha Children’s Choir and enjoys playing hockey. She lives in Hartland with her parents and two sisters, Marina and Ellie.

Glen Fink (Ensemble) Glen has performed in theaters throughout Wisconsin. His favorite roles were Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha, Moonface Martin in Anything Goes, and the French Ambassador in Of Thee I Sing. This will be his fourth appearance with WCT. He wishes to extend much appreciation to his lovely wife Rosanna for her support.

Scott Fudali (Lighting and Sound Designer) Scott has designed lights for both Carroll University and WCT when not keeping the network running for the University. Some favorite designs include Sweet Charity and Dead Man Walking at Carroll, as well as The Music Man and 42nd Street at WCT. He hopes you enjoy the show and thanks his wife and parents for their continued support in all his theatre endeavors.

“Merry Christmas to all!”

Keith Handy (Lighting and Sound Designer) Keith is a Sound and Lighting Designer for plays, live concerts, and the film industry. For WCT he worked on “Freeman Friday Night Live” (Stage Manager), The Goodbye Girl (Sound Operator), You Can’t Take It With You (Sound Designer), and The Girl Singer (Stage Manager, Sound and Lighting Designer). He is excited about being a part of this year’s production of Candy Cane Tales.

Sydney Johnson (Ensemble, Ballerina, Soloist “All I Want For Christmas…

Teeth”) Sydney, a 3rd grader at Christ the Lord Lutheran School in Brookfield, enjoys playing piano, doing art projects, and ice skating. This is Sydney’s fourth performance at WCT, having previously been seen as Clara in Nuncrackers, Little Ti Moune in Once On This Island and Anna in Oklahoma! Sydney thanks her friends and family for their encouragement and support.

Hailey Kapenga (Ensemble) Hailey thanks WCT for her debut opportunity! She lives in Delafield, is an 8th grader at Divine Redeemer Lutheran School in Hartland, and loves to play guitar, read, travel, sing, and act. She has performed with First Stage, various community theaters, Milwaukee Children’s Choir, Elmbrook church, and at school. She values the arts and credits God for her abilities.

Allyson Kulinski (Ensemble, Rudolph, Cindy Lou Who) Allyson is thrilled to return to Candy Cane Tales. Ally loves performing in her church choir and has Marty Graffenius (Ensemble, soloist) also performed in Grease and A Midsummer Marty is thrilled to be in CCT again. Favorite Night’s Dream. Allyson is a 2nd grader at roles include Ewert (The Music Man), Beadle Waukesha Catholic School and gives much (Sweeney Todd), and Professor Calahan thanks to God, the directors, her family, and (Legally Blonde). He sings with a Christian friends.

Contemporary Praise Band, and has sung Kimberly Laberge (Ensemble) Kimberly the National Anthem 21 times for the is excited to be in WCT’s CCT for the first Brewers. Marty thanks Jacob and Jes, and time, singing her favorite Christmas songs. his wife Cheri for her love and support.

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She has appeared in shows at schools and church, including Seussical, Kilroy Was Here, A Christmas Carol, and other masterpieces.

Kimberly loves theatre, all forms of performance, playing the drums, and photography. She can’t wait to perform in future shows at WCT! Laura Laberge (Ensemble) Laura is excited to be in her first show ever, with her sister and her new friends. She loves theater, singing, playing piano, basketball, camping, volunteering at her church, drawing, writing, and participating in an after school running club at North Shore Middle School. She would like to be a sketch artist or an architect. She looks forward to participating in more WCT shows.

Anthony Mackie (Wig Master) Anthony started acting at age five. He attended Stone Cameren, Ruth Page Ballet Company in Chicago when he was 15. Anthony started a new career in Milwaukee where he was a hair stylist, director, and choreographer, and eventually a wigist for most of the theaters in the area.

Karl Magsig (Ensemble, Sleigh Ride Duet) Karl is ecstatic to be in his fourth production at Waukesha Civic Theatre.

Some of his favorite roles are Wally Webb in Our Town and Henry Alden in The Boxcar Children. Karl thanks his parents for their support, and God for blessing him for all the wonderful opportunities he’s been blessed with.

Nikki Maritch (Costume Designer) Nikki’s WCT costume designs include You Can’t Take It With You, last year’s Candy Cane Tales and Holiday Carols, The Man Who Came to Dinner, and Trip to Bountiful.

Regional credits include Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure for Racine Theatre Guild, The 39 Steps for Village Playhouse of Wauwatosa, and Journey’s End for Seanachi Theatre Company.

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Grace McDonell (Ensemble, Sisters Duet) Grace is thrilled to be a part of Candy Cane Tales for her second year. She has been in various productions at Brookfield Central HS, is a member of the BCHS Chamber Choir, and performed locally at venues such as Festa Italiana for the past 5 years. She thanks her friends, family, and everyone involved in the production!

Chantae Miller (Ensemble, Minion) Chantae, a homeschooled junior high student, is excited to return to WCT after her debut in Oklahoma! last winter. One day she would love to perform here when the weather outside is not quite so frightful! Over the summer Chantae performed in Oliver! at UW-Waukesha. She will start 2014 portraying Keeley in First Stage’s production of A Midnight Cry. Nicole Morley (Ensemble, Sisters Duet) Nicole is excited to return to WCT. Her recent performances include a Saloon Girl and featured dancer in Oklahoma!, and Purity in Anything Goes. When not on stage she enjoys singing with multiple choirs, including Carroll University’s choir. Nicole is a junior at Muskego High School.

Debi Mumford (Ensemble) Debi is excited to be back on stage at WCT and to be working with this fabulous cast and crew. She thanks Jes and Jacob for this wonderful opportunity, and her family and friends for their never-ending support and encouragement. She wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas and a blessed and joyous New Year.

Stephanie Nilsen (Ensemble) Stephanie is thrilled to be making her WCT debut! She was most recently seen in UW-Waukesha’s Oliver! and as Annie Oakley in Waukesha County Museum’s Night At The Museum.

Other past credits include Liesl (The Sound Of Music) and Helena (Midsummer...).

Stephanie thanks her friends and family for their ongoing support.

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Eddie Pronley (Son) Eddie, a senior at Brookfield Central, is thrilled to be in CCT, his first WCT production. He appeared in Hello Dolly at the Wilson Center and the Rising Star Cabaret at Sunset. Previous shows at Central include All Shook Up, Our Town, Joseph, and West Side Story. Eddie sings in several choirs, plays piano and guitar, and is the lead singer in a band.

Lindsey Retzlaff (Ensemble, Sleigh Ride Duet) Lindsey is an eighth grader at Wisconsin Hills Middle School and has participated in two school musicals. She enjoys singing, playing the guitar, and playing soccer. Lindsey lives in Brookfield with her parents, Rob and Heidi, her twin brother, Jack, and older sister, Allison. She is excited to be a part of Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols.

Kaden Rhodes (Ensemble, Minion) Kaden is back for his second year in Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols. He is in 7th grade at Waukesha STEM Academy. Kaden’s favorite hobby is making short films with his friends. He loves being part of the CCT “family” and is also enjoying rehearsals for his upcoming performance in The Pirates of Penzance, Jr. Emma Schoultz (Ensemble, Ballerina, Minion) Emma is excited to be returning for her second year in Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols, her fourth production at WCT, including The Goodbye Girl. She is in third grade at Bethesda Elementary in Waukesha. She thanks her family, Jacob and Jes, and the talented cast and crew of this awesome holiday show. “Merry Christmas!”

AJ Simon (Scenic Designer / Master Carpenter) A.J. is a construction supervisor for Penzeys Spices. He also works with various local theater companies including Soulstice, Theatrical Tendencies, and WCT as lighting and set designer. Some WCT scenic designs include The Tavern and Oklahoma! He is married to actress Kelly Simon and thanks her for her loving

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Shawn Spellman (Properties Designer, Ensemble) This is Shawn’s fifth year entertaining an audience in Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols. “I have enjoyed working with the Sudbrinks and don’t want to see it end. Merry Christmas and many blessings to all!”

Jeff Stark (Ensemble, Snow Miser, Francis Church) Jeff took a 26 year break, marrying and bringing up a family, but now returns to Waukesha Civic where he was Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha, and King Arthur in Camelot. A Spanish professor at Concordia University in Mequon, he is a widower, with two grown sons, Matthew and Michael.

Jacob Sudbink (Director / Music Director / Orchestration Sequencer) Jacob is thrilled to back working on the 5th production of CCT. He hopes you enjoy all the new things you’ll see and hear. Jacob would like to thank his family and friends for the support provided during the long process of writing and working on the show, especially his wife Jes and their little man Kaleb.

Jes Sudbink (Director / Choreographer) Jes is blessed to be living her dreams. This is her second time writing and directing Candy Cane Tales with her favorite person,

Jacob. Other WCT credits include: Once On This Island (choreography) and HONK (choreography). Jes graduated from UWWhitewater’s Theatre BFA program in 2007.

“To Kaleb, thank you for inspiring Mommy every day.”

Nolan VanHaren (Ensemble, Max) Nolan is a 5th grader at Maple Avenue Elementary in Sussex. He has performed in Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Sherlock Holmes And The Teacher’s Pet, Al’s Diner, and the role of Randy in A Christmas Story. Nolan also enjoys soccer, playing the piano, and outdoor activities with family and friends.

Jim Volden (Ensemble, Santa Claus) Jim is excited to be in Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols for the fifth consecutive year.

It has been a pleasure to work with this talented cast and crew. “Have a HO HO HO holiday and a blessed Christmas. Thanks to Debbie for her love and support.”

Tammy Vrba (Ensemble) Tammy has been doing theatre for years, and is blessed to be involved with this fine cast, directors, and crew of Candy Cane Tales. Tammy is a Surgical Tech/First Assistant, and an apprentice for Cesarz, Charapata, and Zinnecker Funeral Home. She thanks her husband and children for their constant, unfailing love and support. “Merry Christmas everyone!”

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D I R E C TO R S N O T E S The inspiration for our script this year came from our country’s military.

I felt inspired by those men and women who make sacrifices every day, including Christmas. Could you spend a Christmas serving your country instead of your family? With all the hustle and bustle surrounding the holidays, it’s easy to forget about all those serving our country, and the families left behind, struggling to celebrate alone this Christmas. In 2010, the United States recorded 1,429,995 active duty and 850,880 reserve.

This show is dedicated to our Armed Forces - active duty, reserve, veterans, fallen. We have not forgotten you.

Jes Sudbrink Director S P O T L I G H T O N T H E B OA R D O F D I R E C TO R S Welcome and thank you for visiting Waukesha Civic Theatre for a little respite in this busy time. This is WCT’s 5th year of presenting Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols, our home-grown holiday variety show.

Even if you’ve enjoyed a past show of the same name, you are still in for some surprises today!

The show is appropriately directed by Waukesha’s own Lunt and Fontanne, Jacob and Jes Sudbrink. This happy couple embodies the spirit of the season, which is, of course, all about being together with people you love.

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M AD CORNER As Andy Williams said, “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year.” And in the words of Blues Traveler “If it’s Hanukah, or Kwanzaa, Solstice Harvest, or December 25th, peace on earth to everyone, and abundance to everyone you’re with.” I love this season, and I love WCT’s tradition of presenting an affordable family show for the community to enjoy.

This season we continue to build a tradition that has long been a dream of mine, Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols, a holiday variety show that gives us a little bit of everything. We hope you enjoy the stories, the music, the characters, and the sentiment as much as we do. And remember, if you’re looking for a good gift to give this season, consider our Festive Flex Four For $56 … a wonderful gift of theatre to share with anyone! Happy Holidays!

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B OA R D O F D I R E C TO R S A N D C O M M I T T E E S Board of Directors Meets third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm at WCT Dave Betzig, Michael O. Bohren, John Cramer (Staff ), Jonathan Danner, Mary Dembinski (Treasurer), Gary Ebert (President), Sue Herro (Secretary), Kurt Magoon (Past President), Larry Nelson, Jean Novy, Angela Penzkover (Vice President), Gina Sanchez Juarez, John A. Sindic, Anthony H. Ventress Standing Committees Executive Committee Meets second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 pm at WCT John Cramer (Staff ), Mary Dembinski, Gary Ebert (Chair), Susan Herro, Kurt Magoon, Angela Penzkover (Vice Chair) Finance and Facility Committee Meets second Wednesday of the month at 5:00 pm at WCT Dave Betzig, Michael O. Bohren, John Cramer (Staff ), Mary Dembinski (Chair), Gary Ebert, Matthew Los, Kurt Magoon, Angela Penzkover Fund Development Committee Meets fourth Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm at Carroll University Sneeden House Michael O. Bohren, John Cramer (Staff ), Gary Ebert (Chair), Rich Labinski (Vice Chair), Jean Novy, John A. Sindic Governance Committee Meets third Wednesday of the month at 5:45 pm at WCT John Cramer (Staff ), Jonathan Danner, Susan Herro (Chair), Larry Nelson Ad Hoc Committees Advisory Council Meets third Wednesday in January at 5:30 pm at WCT and additionally as scheduled Doug Hastad, Nancy Hastad, Dorothy A. Heale, Jon Jones, Karen Jones, Cathy Labinski, Rich Labinski, Kurt Magoon, Ralph M. North III, Angela Proell, Drake Reid, Evie Reid, Terry Sutter, Carl Trapp Art Gallery Meets as scheduled by Chair Andrea Bryant, John Cramer (Staff ), JoAnn O’Hare (Chair), Gina Sanchez Juarez, Ralph Zick Education and Outreach Meets every other month Phillip Alonge, Patty Chones, Elle Erato, Jenny Erato, Julie Furman, Kristen Yarber Grill, Matt Huebsch, Traci Huntemann-Piatt, Doug Jarecki (Staff ), Rich Labinski, Angela Penzkover, Holly Penzkover, Madison Penzkover, John A. Sindic Marketing and Sales Committee Meets first Wednesday of the month at 6:00 pm at WCT Phillip Alonge, Jeff Barta, Jonathan Danner (Chair), Katie Danner (Staff ), John Heavey, Meghan Hopper, Heather Goeden, Chelsea Greene, Kurt Magoon, Jim Mallmann, Denise Meagher, Larry Nelson, Susan Schoultz, Cathy Segall, and John Sindic

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Parade Committee Meets as scheduled by Chair Phillip Alonge (Co-Chair), Jeff Barta, James Boylan, Katie Danner (staff ), Tony Davis (Co-Chair), Dave LaMack, Jenny LaMack, Bryan Previte, Leah Sawnor, Susan Schoultz, Terri Sindic, Emmie Wendorf Play Advisory Committee 2013-2014 Duties Completed Teresa Alioto, Phillip Alonge, John Baiocchi, Michael O. Bohren, John Cramer (Staff ), Jonathan Danner, Steven Decker, Sally Finnigan, Doug Jarecki (Staff ), Peter Kao, Jenny Kosek, Darlene Lange, Kurt Magoon, Joe Nolan, Jean Novy, Holly Penzkover, Sue Rapp (Chair), Sandra Renick, Ken Schenian, Sharon Sohner (Vice Chair), Emily Thompson Play Advisory Committee 2014-2015 Meets in July, August, and September Phillip Alonge, John Baiocchi, Evelyn Barta, Jeff Barta, Michael O. Bohren, Barb Christensen, John Cramer (Staff ), Jonathan Danner, Sally Finnigan, Peter Kao, Katie Krueger, Barb Lancelle, Kurt Magoon, Jim Mallmann, Denise Meagher, Angela Penzkover, Melissa Pol, Sue Rapp (Chair), Sandra Renick, Ken Schenian, Sharon Sohner (Vice Chair), Brian Zelinski Production/Non-Production Coordinators: Costume Coordinators ................................................................................................ Aleta Bernard, Sallie Burkard, Lee Piekarski, Sharon Sohner Props Coordinators ................................................................................................ Monica Santroch, Michelle Tiarks Set Construction Coordinator...................................................................................................................................... TBD Scene Shop Coordinators.............................................................................................. Aaron J. Schmidt, A.J. Simon Control Booth Coordinator..................................................................................................................Aaron J. Schmidt Building Maintenance Coordinators......................................................................................................................... TBD Civic Broadway Singers................................................................................................................................. Abby Lorenz Civic Senior Players....................................................................................................................................... Carol McLean Usher Coordinator ............................................................................................................................................ Sara Toenes Assistant Usher Coordinator .....................................................................................................................Phillip Alonge STAFF SAVERS Webmasters................................................................................................................................. Kurt Magoon, Sue Rapp Computer Consultant....................................................................................................................................... TechSquad Legal Consultant........................................................................................................................................... Charlie Davies Clerical Support................................................................................... Phillip Alonge, Sara Toenes, Debbie Volden Season Ticket Processing......................................................................................................................... Box Office Staff Storage & Cleaning................................................................................... Magnificent Cleaners and Ken Schenian Facilities Maintenance..............................................................................Phillip Alonge, John Cramer, Tony Davis Rich Labinski, Dexter Meise, Ken Schenian Poster Distribution...................................................................................................Phillip Alonge and Ken Schenian Staff Parking.....................................................................................................................................Waukesha State Bank Civic Broadway Singers Ryan Albrechtson, Richard Bartman, Michelle Lynn Brien, Tom Brochhausen, Paul Burkard, Sam Burkard, Laurie Calbaum, Todd Cannaday, Glenn Daily, Jim Dawson, Lori Figurski, Ruby Fillian, John Hrobar, Annette Kordus, Tom Koth, Rich Labinski, Barb Lancelle, Pamela Lange, Dean Larson, Abby Lorenz, Chris Martin, Curt Nash, Jack Pardee, Dawn Pieper, Roberta Prospeck, Nancy Radtke, Dorothy Riesing, Marcia Ryback, Erika Schwane, Arnold Stanczyk, Amy Stenzel, Phil Stepanski, Jacob Sudbrink, Emily Thompson, Jim Volden, Don Wilde, Patty Wilson Candy Cane Tales and Holiday Carols

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Civic Senior Players Linda R. Bohan, Sandy Bosin, Lee Conrad, Rich Johnston, Erling Kolstad, Cheryl Loveland, Carol McLean, Dexter Meise, James Murdock, Lee Piekarski, Bonnie Rohn, Marcia Skarie Usher Volunteers Claudette Ahlgren, Phillip Alonge, Beverly Anderson, Patricia & Ron Andryk, Barbara & Jerry Banach, Barbara Barton, Joan Bell, Jayme Bloch, Kathy Boehmke, Richard & Mary Boomsliter, Renee Breecher, Janet Brzezinski, Susan Byrne, Aileen Conlin, Ken Cooley, Jerry & Rita Dais, Nellie Dake, Cindi & Jim DeBruine, Mary Dillaber, Arlene Dobner, Linda Elder, Mary Engle, Chris & Jenny Erato, Tami Erickson, Leonard & Susan Feitel, Janice Ferguson, Joan Ferris, Barbara Figi, Faye Flesia, Kathy Greenwald, Phyllis Hansen, Judy Harper, Joan Heder, Barbara Heighway, Ella Holberg, Heather Holberg, Sharon Holzman, Clara Honeyager, Angela Houk, Donna & Terry Inman, Barb Johnson, Annette Juopperi, Debbie Kass, Margaret Kennedy, Patti Kies, Brandi Koch, Jack & Loie Koehler, Renee Kortmann, Shirley Kowalski, Ruth Kraus, Linda Kulinski, Dave & Jenny LaMack, Lucille Lawless, David Mackinson, LaVonne Maguire, Doris Marks, Harriet Marks, Bonnie McCormick, Dexter Meise, Barbara Mikula, Linda Miller, Junice Miokovich, James & Roberta Mundschau, Nancy Muth, Julia Myre, Larry Myre, Mary Navin, Sue Nettesheim, Shirley Neustaedter, Sandy & Tony Ortega, Sally Ottenberg, Lee Piekarski, Jenny Pike, Roger & Zona Platzek, Joyce Playter, Tam Plinska, Chase Primasing-Geiger, Marianne Puls, Carol Putz, Roxanne & Rodney Raethke, Sydney Rappis, Dorothy Reinke, Ingrid Revolinski, David & Marlene Riehl, Patricia Ries, John & Louise Riphahn, Carol Rolfe, Alice Ruppel, Leah Sawnor, Nancy Schmidt, Bud & Carol Schneider, Rochelle Schoonover, Wendy Scholler, Charles Schuetze, Barbara & Forrest Schumacher, Judith Schwingel, Judy Sheets, Marcia Skarie, Esther Smith, Shawn Spellman, Cliff & Leigh Stanisch, Susan & Dennis Steinke, Pat Stoffel, Suzanne Sullivan, Joyce Sutherland, Donna Swanson, Megan Sykora, Judy Taylor, Mary Thiede, Sara Toenes, Bonnie Tuszkiewicz, Judy Vento, Bill & Jackie Volmar, John & Louise Vos, Ann Wanner, Shaun & Wendy Weinfurter, Emmie Wendorf, Carla Werner, Lucy Wichman, Charlie Wieber, Rosemary Wilcenski, Sandy Zingler Volunteer Bartenders Sean Downs, Sue Herro, Margaret Kennedy, Diane Matuszak, Becky Miller, Dennis Muise, Bob Pugh, D.J. Rogan, Barb Rucci, Terry Sutter Audio Describer Coordinator..................................................................................................................Tamara Steiner Photographers............................................................................................................ Carroll Studios of Photography, John Cramer, Jenny Erato, Kurt Magoon, Jes Sudbrink Window Display.................................................................................................................................................... WCT Staff Garden Display...................................................................................................................................................Allen Schuh Marquee....................................................................................................................................Phillip Alonge, Eric Eggers Volunteer Wall of Fame................................................................................................................................ Kurt Magoon Archivists..........................................................................................................................Kristi Magoon, Debbie Volden Press Releases...................................................................................................................................................Katie Danner Cookies................................................................................................................................................Back to Bread Bakery Beverages......................................................................................................................Water Doctors, Discount Liquor Read More About It.................................................................................................................................... Mary Wegener

A AC T Recognizing that AIDS is a growing threat to all people the American Association of Community Theatre encourages all community theatres to initiate and participate in activities to increase awareness tolerance and support for individuals who are living with this disease.

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NEWS ITEMS Auditions Show Curtains ACT Live!

Noises Off A View From The Bridge

Audition Dates December 15-16, 2013 December 16, 2013 February 10-11, 2014 March 17-18, 2014

Director Meghan Randolph Doug Jarecki Mark E. Schuster John Baiocchi

Auditions for all shows will be held at the Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre Building at 264 West Main Street, Waukesha. No appointment is necessary. For more information call (262) 547-4911 or visit www.waukeshacivictheatre.org.

Waukesha State Bank Art Gallery Located just outside the Mardi Bryant Jones Mainstage inside the Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre Building the Waukesha State Bank Art Gallery features the work of local artists. A new artist’s work is displayed during the run of each of WCT’s productions. The work of the artists can be viewed whenever the building is open.

The art displayed during Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols is by students from the Pewaukee School District.

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Volunteer Opportunities with the Waukesha Civic Theatre WCT has a number of opportunities for people who are looking to volunteer some of their time.

Ushers – WCT has the opportunity for hands-on-the-job training and we welcome people with a willing heart to volunteer as ushers. Ushers must be 14 years or older and are expected to work one performance per production. Usher duties include helping patrons by taking tickets and directing patrons to assigned seats. Active ushers will receive one complimentary voucher to see the Preview performance of each of WCT’s Mainstage and holiday productions! If you are interested in becoming an usher please call (262) 547-4911 ext. 20.

Raffle Sellers – Would you like to help WCT raise money while enjoying a performance at the same time? Then volunteer to sell raffle tickets during performances. Sellers must be over 14 years old or accompanied by an adult. Proceeds benefit WCT’s operating fund. Please call the business office at (262) 547-4911.

Bartenders – Are you a licensed bartender?

WCT is looking for volunteer bartenders to run the bar during performances. Contact the business office at (262) 547-4911 during regular business hours for more information.

WCT is also looking for volunteers for scenery construction lighting sound costumes props and painting. For more information call WCT at (262) 547-4911.

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T H E AT R E I N F O R M AT I O N Waukesha Civic Theatre is proud to be established as a downtown institution performing at the Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre building located at 264 West Main Street.

BUSINESS OFFICE is open from Noon to 5:00 pm Tuesday through Friday and can be reached by calling (262) 547-4911.

BOX OFFICE is open from Noon to 5:00 pm Tuesday through Friday, Noon through intermission on show Fridays, and two hours before curtain through intermission on show weekends. The Box Office can be reached at (262) 547-0708. On weekdays access to the building is through the Main Street entrance only. * Regular Business Office and Box Office hours are subject to change due to holiday’s inclement weather and all major WCT events.

TICKET SALES Box Office staff will be available to answer your questions and requests during the Box Office hours listed above. In-person sales can be purchased using cash, credit card, or by check. Phone sales must be purchased using a credit card.

Mail order sales must be purchased using a credit card or by check. All ticket prices include tax and service fees. Credit cards accepted are Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express. All sales are final and there are no refunds. You may exchange individual tickets for different performance of the same show for a $1.00 per ticket fee.

There is no fee to exchange for subscribers.

ONLINE TICKET SALES for all open seats are available through our website at www. waukeshacivictheatre.org. You will find “Buy Now” buttons on almost every page of our website. If you would like more information please contact the Box Office during normal business hours. All sales are final and include tax and service fees.

MAINSTAGE TICKET PRICES are $23.00, $20.00 for seniors (aged 60 and up) and students (adult students must have a valid student ID), $17.00 for subscribers and groups of ten or more, and $10.00 for educational groups of ten or more. Ticket prices include tax and service fees. Visit our website or call us for more information about our Student Rush and Pay What You Can ticket discounts.

SUBSCRIPTION TICKET PRICES are a 22% to 35% savings on all tickets, and all packages come with incredible benefits, including purchasing additional tickets at subscriber rates for all of our shows, either a 26% or a 40% savings, depending on the regular ticket price; no charge for ticket exchanges; and WCT Subscriber Benefits Card, giving our subscribers discounted offers at 14 downtown restaurants. (Visit our website for additional information)

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SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS CARD RESTAURANT PARTNERS include Dave’s Restaurant, Eric’s Porter Haus, Generations 5, Key Westconsin, Magellan’s, Mainstream Bar & Grill, Mia’s, Montecito Ristorante, Oh What

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A Day Café, People’s Park, RiverMill Foods, Rochester Deli, Sprizzo Gallery Caffé, and The Steaming Cup.

you would like your tickets mailed to you or designate that you would like them held at the Will Call window for pick-up. Thank you.

WCT SUBSCRIPTION PACKAGES:

SEASON TICKET HOLDER EXCHANGES are processed in the order in which they are received (based on availability). Exchanges must be done in person or by mail e-mail or fax. E-mail to boxoffice@waukeshacivictheatre.org or fax to (262) 547-8454 a copy of your VOIDED ticket(s). Exchanges can only take place for the same production and must be conducted BEFORE your original ticket date occurs. If not exchanging tickets in person to help us save on postage costs please include a self-addressed stamped envelope if you would like your tickets mailed to you or designate that you would like them held at the Will Call window for pick-up. Thank you.

Entertaining Eight - Our best value! All eight of our entertaining Mainstage shows with the same confirmed seats for each show. $120.00. Eight tickets for eight different shows. Available through August 11, 2013. Save 35%!

Super Six - Our most popular subscriber package! Choose any six of our eight super Mainstage shows with the same confirmed seats for each show. $96.00. Six tickets for six different shows. Available through November 3, 2013. Save 30%!

Fabulous Flex - Four coupons; countless possibilities. Use all four coupons at one Mainstage show, one coupon at four different Mainstage shows, or come up with your own combination - the ultimate in flexibility! $68.00. Four tickets for any combination of shows. Available through June 22, 2014. Save 26%!

Perfect PIX 3 - Don’t have time for six or eight great shows? Get a Perfect PIX 3 and make your own three-show season package, choosing any three of our Mainstage shows. $54.00. Three tickets for three different shows. Available through March 30, 2014. Save 22%!

FABULOUS FLEX PASS AND PERFECT PIX 3 VOUCHERS must be redeemed in person or by mail e-mail or fax for confirmed seating for the production of your choice.

E-mail to boxoffice@waukeshacivictheatre. org or fax to (262) 547-8454 a copy of your VOIDED Pass(es). Box Office must receive one Flex Pass or PIX 3 Voucher per ticket requested before any transaction will be conducted. Flex Pass requests are processed in the order in which they are received (based upon availability). A Flex Pass or PIX 3 Voucher is valid for Mainstage productions only. If not redeeming vouchers in person to help us save on postage costs please include a self-addressed stamped envelope if

GROUP SALES Groups of ten or more qualify for the discounted ticket price of $17.00 per ticket. Full payment for ten seats is required and all additional seats will be held on reserve as a courtesy. Final group count and full payment for all unpaid seats is required three weeks before the performance. Educational group tickets are $10.00 for groups of ten or more from any educational organization, and the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. All ticket prices include tax and service fees.

STUDENT DISCOUNT: students get $2 to $3 off for all shows.

STUDENT RUSH: students get a 50% discount for all shows available within the hour prior to curtain.

PAY WHAT YOU CAN: every third Saturday of a Mainstage show any patron can pay what his or her budget allows. Available within the hour prior to curtain.

PLEASE DON’T BE A “NO SHOW!” If you have tickets but cannot make the performance why not give your tickets to friends to enjoy or let us resell them? You may be able to consider the price of the tickets that you turn in as a tax-deductible donation.

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CIVIC BROADWAY SINGERS Are you looking for upbeat entertainment for your next special event? The Civic Broadway Singers perform year-round in southeastern Wisconsin under the musical direction of Abby Lorenz. The 30-voice group sings memorable Broadway favorites for a variety of events from company picnics and Christmas parties to corporate lunches and grand openings. The Civic Broadway Singers provide their own piano and sound system and will perform for groups of all sizes in exchange for a donation to the theatre. For scheduling the Civic Broadway Singers at your next event please call Abby at (414) 350-8713 or e-mail her at AbbyLorenz@wi.rr.com.

CIVIC SENIOR PLAYERS The Civic Senior Players – Traveling to make you laugh! We are a fun-loving group of performers who love to entertain others. We’ll bring our unique comedy-variety show to your senior organization community group or any event looking for a laugh in exchange for a donation to the Waukesha Civic Theatre. To schedule an event or if you have an interest in becoming a performer please call Carol at (262) 549-1091 or e-mail her at wctplayers@wi.rr.com.

ACAP PLAYMAKERS provide daytime performances (often of original works) based upon school curricula themes and ideas relevant to children at various stages of their education. The fall PlayMakers production is geared to our elementary students and the spring production is produced for middle school students.

While offered primarily to school groups these family-friendly shows are great for public private and home school groups Boy and Girl Scout troops senior centers and your family! Please call (262) 547-0708 for ticket prices and information. PlayMakers rehearse and perform in the daytime and are always looking for new actors and technical personnel.

ACCESSIBILITY The Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre Building is fully handicapped-accessible and WCT is proud to offer a number of services for our patrons who have special needs (a four-week notice is required and services are based upon availability). For the hearing impaired we have a T-Coil Loop System T-Coil Listening Devices and FM listening devices that will amplify the sounds of the performance. Patrons must have hearing aids with telecoils installed and activated to use the Loop System. Patrons who are blind can receive audio descriptive services for the performance. Wheelchair accessibility is available in two forms: transfer seats and wheelchair positions.

PATRONS Please refrain from wearing highly-scented colognes perfumes hand cream or aftershave to performances as many people have allergies or respiratory problems. WCT is concerned for all patrons and we appreciate your cooperation.

PARKING Parking is available on Main Street in the Riverfront Plaza parking area behind the Theatre off Barstow Street in the parking facility on Broadway and at other locations in downtown Waukesha.

REMINDER As a courtesy to those who arrive on time Latecomers will be seated at First Break!

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2 013 - 2 014 S P O N S O R S G R A N TO R S A N D U N D E R W R I T E R S Mainstage The Freeman (Season) Waukesha State Bank (Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols) Wilde Automotive (Candy Cane Tales And Holiday Carols) Random Acts Of Entertainment Hippenmeyer, Reilly, Moodie & Blum, S.C. (Four Guyz In Dinner Jackets) Education & Outreach Waukesha State Bank (Education & Outreach)

In-Kind Trade Agreements Cantrell’s Carpet Cleaning Magnificent Cleaners Tech Squad Water Doctors Carroll Studios of Photography Grantors Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin (Full Season) SPONSORSHIPS

Have your business recognized by the more than 20000 people who come to the Waukesha Civic Theatre every year. For information on becoming a sponsor please call the business office at (262) 547-4911.

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C I V I C S U P E R S TA R S The donors in this group have given a cumulative lifetime donation of at least $25,000.

If you feel that you should be included in this list but are not listed below please let us know. We are working with 57 years of donation records and could quite possibly have missed a Superstar or two.

Bielinski Brothers Dorothy Naughton Anthony & Andrea Bryant Non Profit Management Fund John J. Bryant Helen & Ralph M. North III Century Fence Company Potawatomi Bingo & Casino David & Velma Geraldson, Precision Gears Drake & Evelyn Reid Inc. Dick & Carol Richards Greater Milwaukee Foundation Bryce & Anne Styza Dorothy A. Heale Don & Carol Taylor William & Joanne Huelsman Waukesha State Bank Rich & Cathy Labinski Waukesha Women’s Club M&I Foundation Wisconsin Arts Board Milwaukee Foundation Corporation

C U R TA I N C A L L C L U B By including the Waukesha Civic Theatre in your future estate plans you can help ensure the theatre’s future. Please consider joining these generous supporters who have remembered the Waukesha Civic Theatre in their estate plans. If you already have made plans that include WCT and you are not listed here please let us know!

Scott & Angila Allen Anthony & Andrea Bryant John J. Bryant June Burrowes John Cramer Dorothy A. Heale George & Anita Ransome Kuchler Glorianne L. Kurth

Carol McLean Dorothy Naughton Ralph M. North III Lee Piekarski August Revoy Alice Schnetter Midge Verhein

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F R I E N D S O F WAU K E S H A C I V I C T H E AT R E Operating, Capital, and Endowment Donor Categories: Benefactor Angel Celebrity Thespian Producer Director Playwright Designer Stage Manager Run Crew

$100,000 and above $10,000 to $99,999 $5,000 to $9,999 $2,500 to $4,999 $1,000 to $2,499 $500 to $999 $250 to $499 $150 to $249 $50 to $149 $49 & under

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Contributors from July 1, 2002 to Present Benefactor ($100,000 and above) Bryce & Anne Styza Fund Angel ($10,000 - $99,999) Dr. Rich and Cathy Labinski Fund Dorothy Naughton Waukesha State Bank Celebrity ($5,000 - $9,999) Greater Milwaukee Foundation - Anthony & Andrea Bryant Family Fund Waukesha County Community Foundation Thespian ($2,500 - $4,999) Dorothy A. Heale Kay & Peter Lettenberger Suzanne Rapp Drake & Evie Reid

Producer ($1,000 - $2,499) William & Michele Holcomb Ralph M. North III Director ($500 - $999) William & Michele Holcomb Fred & JoAnne Portz Keith & Betty Rupple Playwright ($250 - $499) Beverly & Donald Chappie John, Kelli, Elena, & Jude Cramer George W. & Emily M. Lorenz Jim Mallmann Joseph Piatt & Traci Huntemann-Piatt Lee Rasmussen

Designer ($150 - $249) Bill & Joanne Huelsman Kate & James Jolin In Honor of Charles Periman Alfred & Sharon Loehrl Patricia & Gerald Rakowski In Honor of Charles Periman Stage Manager ($50 - $149) Patricia Ayers Mae Lass Herbert & Dona Rae Lundin Lauren Montclair & Jerry Ulvestad Mr. & Mrs. David Schnabl Alan & Linda Thompson Run Crew ($49 and under) Daniel & Kristine DeKarske James Hinchman John & Jacquelyn Hintz Lois M. Kaplan Thomas & Irene Kay Debbie Schwanz Frank & Susan Till Mr. & Mrs. Paul Vrakas

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2 013 - 2 014 O P E R AT I N G F U N D Contributors from July 1, 2013 to November 22, 2013 Angel ($10,000 - $99,999) Bryant Family Celebrity ($5,000 - $9,999) Prairie Financial Group Producer ($1,000 to $2,499) Dorothy A. Heale Rich & Cathy Labinski Jim Mallmann McCaskey Family Dick & Carol Richards Waukesha Sunrise Rotary Club Director ($500 to $999) James & Betty Chermak John & Kelli Cramer Jerry & Donna Gerndt John & Colleen Marshall Playwright ($250 to $499) Sue & Chuck Bilkey Bill & Jody Huelsman Sue Hughes David Hunley David & Darlene Lange Kurt and Kristi Magoon Gladys M. Manke Carol A. McLean Tim, Susan, & Emma Schoultz John & Sandie Stippich Mary M. Wegener

Designer ($150 to $249) Jim & Monica Ansay Robert & Susan Ashton Tom Baumann William & Joan Dehnel Marianna Gilpatrick Goodbye Girl Cast &Crew Mr. Clark Gugler Thomas & Dixie Ann Jensen Lake Country Caring David & Karen Pfeiffer Dewey & Patricia Schiele Richard N. Smith Stage Manager ($50 to $149) Angelica Aldred Olivia Allen & David Lass, Sr. Leonard Aprahamian Mary Baer & John Kramp Lacey Ballman Ralph H. Bielenberg Bonnie Birk & Dave Helling Deanne Blazek Linda Bohan James Boettcher Tom Brochhausen Fraland & Eileen Campbell Lee Conrad Ray and Nancy Cook Ms. Violet Corliss Barbara Donaldson Roy & Rhonda Ericson Eugene & Rita Fohr R Kelly Foran Dale & Margaret Fose Suzanne R. Frank

Bonnie Frederick Bill & Mary Freisleben Friends of Dodge County Parks Randy Giles Mary Goelz Juanita K. Gorden Eloise Hall Doug & Nancy Hastad Heritage Assisted Living Deborah Hoeft Howard Village Doug Jarecki Carol N. Johnson Gayle Jones Cora & Thomas Junus Annette & Phillip Juoperri Al & Meg Kasprowicz Emelie Klein Carol Klockow Candice Koehn John Kraft Robert & Joanne Kraklow Donald & Roberta Kuhnke Ronald & Camille Labinski Eric Larson & Susan Lewis Barb & Carl Lancelle Abby Lewis Herbert & Dona Rae Lundin Luther Manor Ernabelle J. Madushaw James Mallman Harriet Marks Larry Nelson & Dawn Borowski Nelson Mary Jo Nevermann Arthur & Marilyn Olson Tom & Shirley Owens

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Run Crew ($49 & under) Joan Berg Barb Boettcher Mary Botsford Anne Brown Dr. and Mrs. John Buhl Alan & Carol Carlson John & Joan Clausz John Dauffenbach Dan & Kristine Dekarske Lawrence Dux Thomas Elsner Donna Fanshaw John & Joan Finley Deseri Garza Mary Lou Gilstrom Jim & Carol Herrle James Hinchman Joyce Hinojosa Kurt Kleppek Robert Kreinz Dona & Herb Lundin

William Mackay Eldoris Midthun Christine Monreal Ted & Deb Oertel Lee Piekarski Mark & Angie Penzkover Lee Piekarski Raplh & Donna Redlin Gary & Valerie Richter Jim & Barbara Rosenmerkel Sharon Sohner Mary & Ann Sullivan Alison Thomas Mary Uglow Mackle & Sandy Westbrook Diane White Leo and Ursula Wirtz

Visit our website to see past season donors

The show must go on!

WCT is not a one-act play. your charitable acts help our future acts Please consider giving…

• A gift to our Capital fund or Operating fund at WCT • A matching gift through local sponsoring business employers • A gift that will last a lifetime through your Will or Estate Planning • A gift to our Endowment fund at Waukesha County Community Foundation • A gift as a Sponsor or Underwriter of outstanding performances and educational programs Contact John Cramer, Managing Artistic Director, for more information 262-547-4911 ext. 13

Thank you to all our loyal supporters!

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