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March 6 - 8,
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Producer MOYA DOHERTY
ABHANN PRODUCTIONS presents
RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION
Starring
Principal
Dancers:
KIERAN BRYANT, WILL BRYANT, ANNA MAI FITZPATRICK, FERGUS FITZPATRICK, OLIVIA NACHITGAL, MAIREAD TRAINOR
THE RIVERDANCE IRISH DANCE TROUPE, MUSICIANS AND SINGERS AND FEATURED INTERNATIONAL SOLOISTS
Costume Designer JOAN BERGIN
For HIGH RES
Lead Designer
PETER CANNING
Lighting Designer ANDREW VOLLER
Poetry Written by THEO DORGAN
Sound Designer MICHAEL O'GORMAN
Set Designer ALAN FARQUHARSON
Motion Graphics COSMO AV
Orchestrations by NICK INGMAN and BILL WHELAN
COMPOSER
BILL WHELAN
PRODUCER
MOYA DOHERTY
DIRECTOR
JOHN McCOLGAN
Executive Producer/Associate Director PADRAIC MOYLES
CAST
The Riverdance Irish Dance Troupe
Principals
Kieran Bryant, Will Bryant, Anna Mai Fitzpatrick, Fergus Fitzpatrick, Olivia Nachitgal, Mairead Trainor
Troupe
Katie Anderson, Gerard Byrne, Tiernagh Canning, Lucy Cregoe, Brian Culligan, Rachel Cummins, Brianna Doran, Francis Fallon, Sam Felling, Ronan Kelly, Ruairí Lee, Lara Magee, Daniel McCormick, Emily McFadden, Ella Morley, Kellie Morris, Jack Porter, Tara Rochester, Conor Rogers, Dylan Schloss, Noel Spillane, Ellie-Mae Wheeler
The Riverdance Band
Guy Rickarby Drums / Percussion / Bodhrán/ Musical Director
Cathal Croke
Uilleann Pipes / Low Whistle
Haley Richardson Fiddle
Emma McPhilemy Saxophone
The Riverdance Singers and Drummers
Members of the Company
The Riverdance Flamenco Soloist
Rocio Dusmet Orellana
The Riverdance Dervish Folk Dance Troupe
Christine Lesnikova, Illia Pozdnyakov Nicoleta Suhari, Adrian Sirbu
The Riverdance Tappers
Dharmesh Patel, Kenard Williams
Poetry Narrated by John Kavanagh
ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL IRISH DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL FLATLEY
ORGINAL CHOREOGRAPHY BY MAVIS ASCOTT, JEAN BUTLER, JOHN CAREY, BRENDAN DE GALLAI, COLIN DUNNE, CAROL LEAVY JOYCE, EILEEN MARTIN, PAULA NIC CIONNATH, MARIA PAGES, TARIK WINSTON
RIVERDANCE 30 – THE NEW GENERATION
ACT ONE
REEL AROUND THE SUN
The Riverdance Male Irish Dance Principal & Troupe
Original Choreography: Michael Flatley
THE HEART’S CRY
The Riverdance Singers
THE COUNTESS CATHLEEN
The Riverdance Female Irish Dance Principal, Troupe and Folk Dance Troupe
Original Choreography: Jean Butler, Moscow Folk Ballet Company
CAOINEADH CHÚ CHULAINN (LAMENT)
The Riverdance Irish Piper
THUNDERSTORM
The Riverdance Male Irish Dance Principal & Troupe
Original Choreography: Michael Flatley
FIREDANCE
Flamenco Soloist and the Riverdance Male Irish Dance Troupe
Original Choreography: Maria Pagés, Colin Dunne
SHIVNA
The Folk Dance Troupe and the Riverdance Singers
Original Choreography: Moscow Folk Ballet Company restaged by Svetlana Malinina
SLIP INTO SPRING - THE HARVEST
The Riverdance Musicians
RIVERDANCE
The Riverdance Irish Dance Principals, Troupe, Singers & Drummers
Original Choreography: Mavis Ascott, Michael Flatley (Irish Dance Step Choreography), Jean Butler (Female Solo Choreography)
ACT TWO
AMERICAN WAKE
The Irish Dance Troupe
Original Choreography: Michael Flatley, Paula Nic Cionnath (Set Dance Consultant)
LIFT THE WINGS
The Riverdance Singers
TRADING TAPS
The Riverdance Male Irish Dance Principal & Male Troupe and the American Tappers
Original Choreography: Colin Dunne, Tarik Winston
MACEDONIAN MORNING /THE DERVISH
The Riverdance Musicians & the Folk Dance Troupe
Original Choreography Dervish: Moscow Folk Ballet Company restaged by Svetlana Malinina
RITMOS DEL CORAZON/ANDALUCÍA
The Flamenco Soloist, the Riverdance Male Irish Dance Principal, the Riverdance Drummer
Original Choreography: Colin Dunne, Maria Pagés
ANNA LIVIA
The Riverdance Female Irish Dance Principal & Troupe
Original choreography: John Carey
Additional text adapted from James Joyce’s Finnegans Wake by Bill Whelan
SLOW AIR & TUNES
The Riverdance Musicians & the Flamenco Soloist
HOME AND THE HEARTLAND/ HEARTLAND
The Riverdance Irish Dance Principals and Troupe and the Riverdance Singers
Original Choreography: Michael Flatley, Colin Dunne, Jean Butler
FINALE
The Company
Story by Bill Whelan, Moya Doherty and John McColgan. Music and Lyrics by Bill Whelan.
At certain performances, alternative principal performers will dance the principal roles. Cast and content may be subject to change without prior notice. March 6-8,
RIVERDANCE CAST & BAND
THE RIVERDANCE IRISH DANCE TROUPE
The Riverdance Irish Dance Troupe are world-class Irish dancers. They hail mostly from Ireland, Northern Ireland, Great Britain, the United States, Canada and Australia. Between them the dancers can boast of hundreds of championships won in Ireland and abroad. Most started dancing at a young age at local dance schools and progressed to world championship level before being chosen to perform in Riverdance. The dancers would have known and competed against each other at various competitions, including the World Championships. Riverdance has given them the opportunity to perform together in a noncompetitive way. The grace and eloquence of their softshoe dance and the power and precision of their hard-shoe routines clearly display the endless hours of practice and their dedication to the art of Irish Dance.
THE RIVERDANCE PRINCIPAL DANCERS
FEMALE LEAD DANCERS
ANNA MAI FITZPATRICK
Anna Mai from Co. Meath, Ireland began her dance journey at the age of four and danced competitively for sixteen years alongside her brother Fergus. She knew from a young age that Irish Dance was her passion. She won many major championships including the All-Ireland Championships, Great Britain Championships and the British Nationals. Anna Mai joined Riverdance 2017 and toured China with the fantastic cast which included her brother Fergus and then performed with Riverdance in the historic Gaiety Theatre, Dublin for two summer seasons. Anna Mai moved into the principal role in 2020 and has toured as Principal dancer with the show on the UK National tour, at Expo Dubai in North American, Europe, China Australia and Japan tour. Anna Mai has also toured with Heartbeat of Home and made her debut as Principal Dancer in the famous Piccadilly Theatre in London’s West End.
OLIVIA NACHTIGAL
Olivia from Western Canada began dancing
at the age of four years old. She danced competitively for the Mattierin School of Irish dance in Edmonton and won many competitive titles, including placing top 5 at the World championships. She attended the Riverdance Summer School in Dublin in 2019 and her dream came true when she was asked to join the 25th Anniversary Show in 2020. She has since toured North America, Europe, UK, and China, as well as countless other countries. She is incredibly grateful to Riverdance and is looking forward to continuing her journey in the show.
MAIREAD TRAINOR
Mairead from London began dancing at the age of two for the Trainor School of Irish Dance - run by her mother, aunt and cousin. Throughout her competitive career she won all major titles including the World Championships in 2019. She is a qualified personal trainer and has a passion for helping & training dancers. Mairead joined Riverdance in 2018 through their summer school programme and has since toured worldwide including the UK, Ireland, Germany, Netherlands, North America, Australia, Dubai, China & Japan. Mairead made her debut as principal dancer with Riverdance in 2022 at the Wang Theatre in Boston - another dream of hers come true! In 2025 Mairead became a Dance Captain which was a true honour and accomplishment. Mairead would like to thank her teachers, family and friends for helping her get to where she is today and fulfilling her dream of performing in Riverdance.
MALE LEAD DANCERS
KIERAN BRYANT
Born and raised in Sydney Australia, Kieran’s dancing career began at the age of four. He studied Irish, classical ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap and musical theatre. Travelling extensively around the world to compete, Kieran won various titles at a state, national and international level alongside his brother and sister. Kieran is also an accomplished musician & actor. He has appeared in films,
television and on stage performing lead roles in musical theatre productions.
After attending the Riverdance Summer School in 2016 and touring worldwide with the company, Kieran made his lead debut in the summer of 2022.In 2024 Kieran fulfilled his lifelong dream, performing lead in front of family and friends in his hometown Sydney. He looks forward to continuing to share his passion for music and dance with audiences across the globe.
WILL BRYANT
Will is an accomplished stage, film and commercial dance artist. Having trained in various styles of dance including ballet, contemporary, jazz, musical theatre and tap, Will felt a deep connection with the culture, musicality, and precision of Irish dance. Born in Australia, he grew up travelling the globe competing in Irish dance, winning State and National titles. Will has performed alongside notable figures including The Wiggles, and appeared on the ABC TV hit: Dance Academy, as well as various films. Will toured with Celtic Illusion and Heartbeat of Home prior to joining Riverdance in 2013. He subsequently landed the Principal role in 2016, a highlight of which was performing lead at Radio City Music Hall in 2025. Having toured over 24 different countries so far, Will is delighted to continue doing what he loves, showcasing his craft, and collaborating with other artists who share his passion.
FERGUS FITZPATRICK
Fergus from Co. Meath, Ireland discovered his passion for dance at the age of eight. With his sister Anna Mai, he grew up competing internationally in Irish dancing competitions. Under the tutelage of Holly and Kavanagh Academy of Irish Dance, Fergus achieved his dream of becoming a World Champion in 2017. He joined Riverdance performing in the renowned Gaiety Theatre Dublin. As a Principal Dancer he has performed in many prestigious venues including Radio City Music Hall, New York and The Hammersmith Apollo London. His other productions include Heartbeat of Home in London’s Piccadilly Theatre and The Palladium. Fergus is grateful
for the continued support of his friends and his family.
THE RIVERDANCE BAND
GUY RICKARBY, Drums, Percussion, Bodhrán and Musical Director
Guy Rickarby has performed and recorded with Van Morrison, Roger Daltrey, The Devlins, Juliet Turner and Eleanor McEvoy. Since debuting with Riverdance in 2007 he has toured with the show over six continents and is featured in the DVD “Riverdance- Live in Beijing”. He has been a member of the house bands for many TV music series including “The Voice (Of Ireland)”, “Fame the Musical”, “You’re A Star”, “The Irish Tenors and Friends” and the 2016 RTE show “Centenary”. He often works with the RTE Concert Orchestra and with them he has performed with Kurt Elling, Jon Lord (of Deep Purple), Sharon Corr, Imelda May, Vince Mendoza and many others. Guy has also worked with the RTE NSO, the Ulster Orchestra, Sharon Shannon, Duke Special, Gavin Friday, Brian Kennedy, The Chieftains and Celtic Woman.
CATHAL CROKE Uilleann Pipes and Whistles
Dublin born uilleann piper Cathal Croke, a Senior All Ireland Champion and Honours Graduate in Music from the University of Limerick, has performed at festivals and toured with productions in numerous countries spanning five continents. He has played for two Presidents of Ireland, was recorded by RTÉ, has shared the stage with Ralph McTell and was recorded in the Hollywood production, ‘There You’ll Find Me’ starring actors Vanessa Redgrave and Patrick Bergin, music scored by Timothy Williams. Touring with Heartbeat of Home from 2018, Cathal has performed in the London Palladium and later in 2019 in the West End run in the Piccadilly Theatre. LondonTheatreDirect - “Special mention to Cathal Croke for a particularly haunting solo on the uilleann pipes”. More recently, he was appointed as the Musical Director of a new Irish music and dance show. He debuted with Riverdance in the Gaiety Theatre Dublin in 2019 and has toured internationally with the show. March 6-8,
EMMA MCPHILEMY Saxophone
Emma McPhilemy is a touring saxophonist known for her distinctive, versatile sound. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of musical styles, she performs across an exceptionally diverse set of genres. She is endorsed by Selmer Paris and Vandoren UK. As an educator, Emma has appeared as a guest at the Palmela International Saxophone Festival and has led masterclasses for postgraduate and undergraduate students at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, the Royal Northern College of Music, and other established UK institutions. She has also delivered classes at Berklee (USA) and the University of British Columbia (Canada). Emma was recently the Associate Saxophone Examiner at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, where she was also a visiting tutor. Recent performance highlights include her debut concerto appearance with the BBC Philharmonic, international touring as Musical Director and saxophone soloist in Bill Whelan’s Riverdance, an Australian tour with her latest album repertoire, and debut concerto performances in Portugal and Italy. Upcoming projects include a concerto recording for the internationally renowned label Chandos Records, featuring a new work by UK composer Andy Scott. She will also return to the USA for further touring and teaching engagements.
HALEY RICHARDSON Fiddle
Haley Richardson is a virtuosic musician who has garnered many prestigious awards, including multiple championships at the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann (All Ireland Championships), numerous Mid-Atlantic Championships, and the coveted Fiddler of Dooney awards (2015 and 2018). She brings a rare dynamism and energy to her music, informed by thorough knowledge of the form, mastery of her instrument, and trailblazing, show-stopping technique and emotion evident in every note. Haley’s most recent album, When the Wind Blows High and Clear, with Quinn Bachand, was nominated for 2020 Ensemble of the Year by the Canadian Folk Music Awards. Haley appeared in the cinema release of Riverdance
25th Anniversary Show at the 3Arena, Dublin, and was invited by Bill Whelan, to record on the Riverdance 25th Anniversary Album. www.HaleyRichardsonMusic.com @haleyrichardson.music
THE RIVERDANCE DERVISH ENSEMBLE
The Riverdance Folk Dance Ensemble combines elegance and grace with verve, dynamism and joyous physicality. The company’s dancers come from a diverse mix of cultural backgrounds and from many different countries throughout Eastern Europe. What they have in common is a dedication to dance and many years of training and performance in pursuit of perfection in their chosen art. Working as individual performers, they have come together for Riverdance, where they will share their individual talents and fuse the many elements that have gone into the development of their own unique style of dance.
THE RIVERDANCE FLAMENCO SOLOIST ROCIO DUSMET ORELLANA
Born in Madrid, Spain Rocio began her professional career when she was eight years old. She graduated from the Royal Professional Conservatory of Dance Mariemma in the specialty of Spanish Dance in Madrid. In 2012 Rocio was awarded the Spanish Dance Prize at the XVI National Call for Dance City of Castellón. Rocio has toured France, China, Mexico, Colombia, Italy, Russia, Latvia and the United Arab Emirates as a dancer in the companies of Aida Gómez, Ibérica de Danza, Ballet Carmen Mota, Compañía Jesús Lozano, Inc. Ángel Manarre, and soloist dancer at the Festival d'Avignon. Her most recent work as a dancer and actress includes the musicals Dirty Dancing, Disney Mickey's Music Festival and the Circus of Horrors.
THE RIVERDANCE TAPPERS
DHARMESH PATEL
Dharmesh started dancing at the age of seven and graduated from Bird College of Performing Arts in London 2007. He has danced and assisted with choreography in various shows all over the world. He is disciplined in many forms of dance
ranging from Classical to Hip/Hop working in various Opera’s at the English National Opera and The Royal Opera House. He’s also a member of “Plague”, World Hip Hop International Champions 2005 and 2011 in Las Vegas. He currently still dances Hip Hop, Contemporary, Popping and Locking at Corporate Events and TV Shows including “Strictly Come Dancing” on BBC1 & Sky 1’s “Got to Dance” as a live semi-finalist. He has performed and assisted with choreography for Cirque Du Soleil and in London West End's Opening run of “Bodyguard the Musical.” Recent performances include playing the Male Lead in “Tap Factory”. Dharmesh has performed The American Tap Dancer role in Riverdance for the 20th, 25th and now the 30th Anniversary tours.
KENARD WILLIAMS
Kenard Williams from Henderson, North Carolina, USA has danced all dance styles since the age of five. He joined the North Carolina Tap Ensemble (NCYTE) at the age of 10 and danced with them until his senior year of high school. He was an American Tap Company member in 2018-2019, attending the 2018 World Tap Championships as a part of Team USA. After his time with ATC, he went to college at East Carolina University graduating with honors with a BFA in Dance Performance and Choreography. He studied in Africa as part of his degree to teach dance. After college he moved to Boston, MA. Since 2022, Kenard has become an American Tap Company coach and a guest choreographer at Nancy Chippendale’s Dance Studios. Kenard has toured with Riverdance on the 2023 European Tour, 2024 China Tour and the 2025 UK tour.
BILL WHELAN COMPOSER
Bill Whelan has composed music for theatre, film and orchestra. His 1997 Grammy Award winning music Riverdance continues to be performed around the world. To coincide with the 25th anniversary tour, Bill completed a new studio recording of the music from Riverdance, released by Decca/Universal Records, featuring many of the young musicians who play the music live with the
March 6-8, 2026
show. He also composed a new score for the feature film, Riverdance: The Animated Adventure. His orchestral works include: The Seville Suite, Spirit Of Mayo, The Connemara Suite and Linen & Lace. His musical settings of the literary works of Irish writers include the poetry of WB Yeats, Paul Muldoon, Derek Mahon, Tom McIntyre, Frank McGuinness and Paul Durcan. His music for film includes scores for Dancing At Lughansa starring Meryl Streep, Some Mother’s Son featuring Helen Mirren and Lamb with Liam Neeson. As a producer in the studio, he has worked with U2, Van Morrison, Kate Bush, Richard Harris, The Dubliners, Planxty, Andy Irvine, Davy Spillane and Bulgarian/Irish band, East Wind. In 2022, his memoir The Road to Riverdance was published, described by Gabriel Byrne as “a fascinating and revealing book about the man and his music”. Bill continues his compositional work, recently completing Stolen Hearts, a work for traditional musicians and symphony orchestra performed by the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland at the National Concert Hall in 2024. Bill is a Fellow of the Royal College of Music and holds two honorary doctorates. He is an Honorary Freeman of the City of Limerick, where he was born.
MOYA DOHERTY PRODUCER
Moya Doherty’s career encompasses the creative industries, theatre, radio and television production and presentation, both in Ireland and internationally. She fronted a number of Arts, Features and documentary programmes for Public Service Media. As Executive Producer, Moya developed a number of charity Telethons, the Eurovision Song Contest and the televising of the opening ceremony of the Special Olympics held in Ireland in 2003. Moya was the Commissioning Producer for Riverdance which premiered at the Eurovision Song Contest of 1994. Moya has received numerous awards and accolades over the years, including the Veuve Clicquot Business Woman of the Year, the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award and Honorary Doctorates from the University of
Ulster, University College Dublin and from the National University of Ireland in recognition of her ongoing commitment and philanthropic contribution to the arts in Ireland.
JOHN MCCOLGAN DIRECTOR
John McColgan is a multi-award-winning producer and director. He was Head of Entertainment (RTÉ Television), Head of Weekend Entertainment (ITV/TVAM) and was awarded a Jacob’s Television Award (1980). He played a key role in the evolution of Riverdance from the original seven-minute dance number to the full stage show. He is founding director of Tyrone Productions whose productions include: Quirke (BBC), Beckett on Film (C4), The Hunger (RTE/ARTE), David Brophy’s Choir Series (RTE) and Born to Riverdance (BBC). John served as Chairman of the Abbey Theatre Centenary Committee and directed a critically acclaimed production of Dion Boucicault’s melodrama The Shaughraun. He produced a major theatrical event marking the State visit of Queen Elizabeth II to Ireland (2011). John is the director of Heartbeat of Home which premiered in Dublin (2013), toured in North America and China and played in London’s West End (2019). He holds an Honorary Doctorate of Law from the National University of Ireland. John is an accomplished photographer and is an Ambassador for Trócaire, one of Ireland’s largest development agencies. His recent work includes the documentary This is Palestine and a book of his photography Looking at the Same Moon
PADRAIC MOYLES EXECUTIVE PRODUCER/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Born in Dublin, Ireland Padraic emigrated to New York when he was nine years old. At the age of twelve he starred as the principal actor in the Off-Broadway production of Grandchild of Kings, directed by Harold Prince. Dancing under the tutelage of Donny Golden, he joined Riverdance in 1997, going on to become Dance Captain and Principal Dancer. He was nominated for an Ovation Award for his leading role in the show. In 2006 he joined the Broadway production of
The Pirate Queen as Dance Captain before returning to Riverdance in 2008. He has had the privilege to perform for heads of state and notable individuals from around the world, including Michelle Obama and Queen Elizabeth II. Padraic is also proud to be the Executive Producer/ Director for the international show Heartbeat of Home which has toured China, North America and played in London’s West End. He was Dance Director and a choreographer on Riverdance: The Animated Adventure. Padraic would like to give special thanks to his wife Niamh, his children Juliette-May and Harrison Rhys, his father, brothers and sister for their continued support. He dedicates all his work to his late mother Christine Moyles.
JOEL BRANDWINE PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
Joel has been with Riverdance for 6 years, since the re-imagining of the tour on the 25th Anniversary. Primarily overseeing the Riverdance North American Tour, Joel has worked on many shows, including King Kong (Broadway), Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Tour), Jersey Boys, Legally Blonde, The Karate Kid Musical and Queen of Versailles. When not working with Riverdance, Joel is the Assistant Professor of Technical Production at Boston University.
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NORTH AMERICAN TOUR STAFF
North American Press Representative .........................Polk and Co.
North America Marketing
Production Management
Company Manager
Associate Company Manager
Production Stage Manager
Jennifer Gallagher, Allied Global Marketing
Joel Brandwine
Jeffrey Mensch
Shawn Passero
Aaron Kennedy
Technical Stage Manager......................................... Michael Griffin
Irish Dance Captain Anna Mai Fitzpatrick, Fergus Fitzpatrick
Dervish Dance Captain Christine Lesnikova
Head Carpenter .......................................................
Production Electrician
Head Electrician/Relighter
Assistant Electrician/Video Tech ...............................
Assistant Electrician
Advance Electrician
Production Sound
Derek Johnson
Dominic White
Rose Nuchims
Katie Twomey
Mary Anderson
Charlie Hickey
Kevin McGing
Head Sound/Monitors ............................................. Isaac Sheppard
Assistant Sound/FOH Mixer
Wardrobe Supervisor
Justin McIntyre
Kristen O'Maley
Wardrobe Assistant Maerius Jean Porter
Physical Therapy/Massage Therapy.......................... NEURO TOUR, Physical Therapy, Inc.
Merchandising .....................................
International Representation Second Symphony Ltd
North American Representation WME Entertainment LLC
FOR ABHANN PRODUCTIONS LIMITED
Directors Moya Doherty, John McColgan, David Orr
RIVERDANCE DUBLIN PRODUCTION OFFICE
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
General Manager
Padraic Moyles
Sean O’Brien
Marketing Manager ................................... Mary Keatley O’Donnell
Marketing Executive
Costume Shop Supervisor
Finance Director
Financial Accountant
CREDITS
Drumheads provided by Evans Drumsticks provided by Vater Protection provided by Racket Cases US Immigration Counsel................... Barst Mukamal & Kleiner LLP
Flamenco Consultant Yolanda Gonzalez Sobrado Photography Deidre Buck, Barbara Corsico, Ewa Figaszewska, Hugo Glendenning, Jack Hartin, Tom Lawlor, Joan Marcus, Rob McDougall, Alan Rennie, Wouter Vellekoop
POETRY AND MUSIC
Riverdance Poetry Theo Dorgan Spoken by John Kavanagh Music orchestrations by Nick Ingram and Bill Whelan Riverdance soundtrack recorded by Brian Whelan, Brian Masterson and Andrew Boland Riverdance soundtrack mixed by Brian Masterson
THE PRODUCER WOULD LIKE TO GIVE SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO:
RTÉ Commercial Enterprises Limited
Paul McGuinness - Principle Management, Liam Miller, Maurice Cassidy, Tommy Higgins
The Office of Public Works
The National Gallery of Ireland
Elements of the Ardagh Chalice and other artefacts by kind permission of the director of The National Museum of Ireland
PREVIOUS CREDITS
Senior Executive Producer Julian Erskine (1995-2020) Set Design Mary Morrow, Robert Ballagh Lighting Design Andrew Leonard, Rupert Murray, Benjamin Pearcy, John Comiskey Costumes for Riverdance Eurovision 1994 Margaret Crosse Costumes for Riverdance – The Show Jen Kelly Projection Dick Straker, Chris Slingsby Projection Animation Benjamin Pearcy
STAY IN TOUCH WITH RIVERDANCE
Jason O’Neill
Monica Ennis
Ciaran Evans
Michelle Fox
AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Associate Costume Designers and Stylists Monica Ennis, Niamh O’Connor
Dance Flooring and Covering American Harlequin Corporation
Soft Goods ............................................ iWeiss Theatrical Solutions
Lighting, Video, LED Screen PRG
Sound Equipment
CLAIR Global
Handheld Radios Protocol Telecommunications Inc
Trucking Provided by ............................................... HenX USA LLC
Tour Buses by Timi’s Tours Transportation
Housing by Road Concierge
Drums provided by ................................................................. PEARL
Cymbals provided by Zildjian
The Musicians employed in this production are members of the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada.
Backstage Employees are represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (or I.A.T.S.E.).
The Press Agents employed in this production are represented by the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers.
THE STARLIGHT SOCIETY
MPAC gratefully acknowledges its Starlight Society members for their generous contributions, providing the theater’s leading source of annual support each year.
Chairman’s Circle:
$25,000 and up
Joe and Jeanne Goryeb
John and Kristin Hyland
President’s Circle:
$10,000 - $24,999
Ed and Cathy Ahart
Jim and Donna Chambers
Mary E. and David L. Cobb
The Conger Family Foundation
Ann and Art Corwin
Kevin and Heather Dunphy
The Ellis Family
Rob and Nancye Falzon
Dorrie and Brian Gagnon
Mr. and Mrs. Neil Gagnon
Sheridan and John Greeniaus
Amy and Charles Hendershot
Richard and Cindy Johnson
Gay Klapman
Ken and Lauren Lantigua
Bruce Leff and Family
Raymond Loffredo and Hon.
Sallyanne Floria A.J.S.C. (Ret.)
Elizabeth A. Mattson
Mayo Family/
Anne Mayo Ferrante
Nancy and David Medford
Nancy and Howard Moseson
Mary Jane Robertson and Jock Clark
Clementina, Debra and Ron Sanes
Paul and Christine Scheele
Hank and Jacke Schram
Wendy and Greg Supron
Debbie Vilage and Chris Vilage
David and Lisa Welsh
Producer’s Circle:
$5,000-$9,999
Tara Albritton and Amanda Sinkewitz
Katherine and Joseph Brucchieri
Betty Carroll
Chip Carver and Anne DeLaney
Christine Corra DiCesare
Harriett and Bob Druskin
Michael and Jennifer Harmon
Linda Hellstrom
Marcia and Peter Hunter
Jeffrey Kalajian
Karen and Jeff Kirby/ The Broadfield Fund
Paula and Bill Marino
Janice Marturano and Peter Thompson
Pam Mondelli and Paul Pazniokas
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mulholland
John and Lucy Orfan
Sue and Eric J. Robbins
Eileen and Carlos Rodriguez
Bob and Anne Rooke
Finn and Kim Wentworth
Gil and Claire Zweig
Director’s Circle: $3,000-$4,999
Bruce R. Balbach
Karen and Mike Byrne
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Carroll, Jr.
Sharon Della Fera and Jeff Chase
Tom Eastwick
Caren Frankel and Jory Magidson
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Fuller
Jerry Happ
Kim and Eric Hart
Brad M. Kaplan, Esq.
Laura Kiesewetter
Mr. and Mrs. Alan Martin
McGuinn Family Foundation
Sandra McKown
Carolyn Olenowski
Eileen Paragano
Mr. and Mrs. Larry Sailer
Dr. Michael and Mrs. Alice Samach
Robert and Sherry Scott
Jackie Scura and Benny Epstein
Brenda Sichel
Anita J. Siegel
Jon (JStu) Stewart
Eileen and Hayes Williams
Artist’s Circle: $2,000-$2,999
M. Steven and Sheri B. Alexander
Virginia R. Anderson
Anne and Alexander Aquilino
Theresa Augustine-Christie
Carole Baker and Joseph Ward
Ken and Lisa Bodmer
Carol and Ray Borgersen
Gregg and Jackie Buckalew
Stan and Holly Coleman
Marlene and Wayne Colizza
The Contino Family
Marc and Theresa Creedon
Janet DeMeo and Gary Bobko
John and Lisa Ennis
Sally Epstein
Kieran and Molly Fagan
Tom and Flora Feitel
Stephen L. and Ann Marie Feld
Patricia Fox and Bob Benjamin
David Fry
Mr. Richard Genabith
Tobi and George Goldman
The Grushkin Family
Fran and Richard Habib
Amir and Naama Hadar
The Hagelin Family
Bryan and Bridget Jaeger
Thomas C. Jardim and Karen Fountain
Jane and Michael Kurek
Dave and Tess Lewis
Ellen and Jonathan Lewis
James and Christine MacDonald
Thomas and Marylyn McLaughlin
Donna McNamara
Mr. David F. Miller and Ms. Sheila F. Eule
Arnold M. Olshan
Gordon Olver and Lynn Fiore
Nicholas and Marta Pascarella
Jim and Helen Quinn
Gary and Marie Radford
Harry and Maxine Riskin
Eileen Rolnick
Debora and Rudy Schloesser
Adam Schwab
Maggi Sellers
Marg and Glen Skar
Dan Stiles and Monika Karoly
Sandy and Jeff Stiles
Pat and Pam Sullivan
Nikki Sumpter
Lisa and Peter Wallburg
Rich and Lori Wilson
Conductor’s Circle:
$1,250-$1,999
Monica and Charles Accurso, MD
Susan and Ken Adler
Ben Alexander
Charles and Nancy Bareijsza
Laurie and Larry Baruch
Michelle and Jim Becher
Charles and Mary Becht
Jack and Robin Benvent
Wendy and Jay Birnbaum
Colleen Bondy
Michael and Eileen Boos Family
Morgan and Amy Bornstein
Ginger Brennan and Romas Radvila
Robin and Eli Brickman
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Brown
Denis and Barbara Burke
Melissa Burnside and Jair Brand
Bev and Bob Burton
Callas Family
Robert and Fran Cavalero
Robin and Jeffrey Cohen
Janet and Robert Cole, MD
John and Nancy Collier
John and Christine Como
Rachel and Tom Cortese
Frank and Jeanine Crippen
Paul and Johanna Daly
Virginia De Lalla
Matthew and Elizabeth DeLaney
James and Lorna DeMaio
Dr. and Mrs. Steven Denholtz
Paul and Donna DiAntonio
Lois and Lee Dornfeld
Ed Duffy and Serafina Oxner
Molly Dunn and Len Smith
Tony and Marianne Ehinger
Kristin Elliott
Dr. Lawrence Fabrizio
John and Linda Fedinec
Gary and Joan Feitlin
Edward Fernandez and Jessica Thomee
Matthew and Teresa Finlay
Pat and Bud Foullois
Jeri-Ann and Matt Frankel
Gearty & McIntyre LLP, CPAs
John and Siobhan Gilfillan
Caroline and Richard Godfrey
Dr. and Mrs. Alberto Goldwaser
The Goret Family
Lawrence and Rita Gotfried
Lawrence and Florence Green
Bob Groder and Celmira Nasuto
Don Hardman
Bruce and Sharon Harrison
Paula Hartman and Ray Lombardo
Tracy and Ian Hassan
Kenneth and Cynthia Heaton
Roger and Ameeta Held
Pam Heller
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Hendricks
J. Brooke Hern and Elizabeth Shipman
Hightower Family
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Horan
Karl and Donna Huelsenbeck
Elizabeth Iacampo
Elta and Jim Johnston
Glen A. Kashuba, CEO
Medical Device Concepts, LLC
Bill and Debbie Keenan
Janine and George Kelly
Hans and Pamela Knapp
Michael Kohner
Jeffrey and Donna Kraft
Matthew Krog
The Lanskey Family
Allison and Paul Larena
John and Elaine Lasalandra
Tracey and Stu Lasser
Will and Mary Leland
Jered and Alyssa Leo
Bill and Eileen Levine
Steven and Beena Levy
Stuart and Barbara Levy
Angela and William Lewis
John and Brenda Lillis
Doug and Jami Lionetti
Sanford and Arleen Lipsman
Alice and Cary Lloyd
Matthew and Susan Lodge
Mr. Bruce Lowenhaupt
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Lynch
Don and Fran MacMaster
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Magnani
Jim and Danielle Malloy
Nick and Jamie Mandala
Shikha and Ken Mayer
Jim and Sue McArdle
Charles McClafferty
Elden Mills
Mrs. Rachel Mullen
Sep and Karen Naraghi
Phil and Gen Nicastro
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Norkin
Joyce and Edward O’Gorman
Peter O’Hagan
Tony and Toni Pecci
Jennifer and Jeff Peifly
Stephen and Lisa Plavin
Jack and Carole Plaxe
Polizzi Family
Martin and Clare Prentice
Andrea Martone and Paul Cristelli, Realty Executives
Platinum Agents
Kurt and Linda Riedener
Andrea Rizzo
Anthony Roselli and Cortney D’Amato-Roselli
Chris and Monica Rosin
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Ross, Jr.
Patricia Saltzman
Angelo and Ramona Sappio
William and Stacey Schlosser
Chris and Sumali Schmidt
Michael Schramm
Lauren and Matthew Silverstein
Craig and Cathy Simon
Coleman Smith and Monica Mangan
Jill Southren-Moretti
Christine St. Peter and Adam Levinsohn
Kevin and Betsy Sullivan
Berton and Wendy Taffet
Neil and Sue Thakur
Thomas and Rebecca Wafer
Judy and Alan Weinstein
Wendy and Michael Whiting
Leonard and Mona Witman
Marsha and Peter Wolfson
James Wronko
Wendy and Gary Young
Carla and Nelson Zabransky
Matthew and Cindy Zimmer
BUSINESS CIRCLE
Join the growing list of companies whose support of the arts also drives customers through their doors. Visit the Support Us section of our website for more information or to join!
CEO $10,000 and higher
Basking Ridge MendhamCapital.com; 908-204-1234
Morristown SymphonyWorkplaces.com; 973-644-3000
LEADER $5,000 - $9,999
Morristown 1776morristown.com; 973-829-1776
Morristown FoxRothschild.com; 973-992-4800
Morristown MorrisAnimalInn.com; 973-539-0377
EXECUTIVE $2,500 - $4,999
Alstede Farms
AlstedeFarms.com; 908-879-7189
Dr. Laura Balsamini
Encore Energy Group Inc. EncoreEnergyGroup.com; 866-694-4533
ADVOCATE
$1,500 - $2,499
Atlantic Corporate Health, a division of Atlantic Health
Attentive Dental Care,
Dr. Karey P. Matthews, DDS
Baum Advanced Chiropractic
Richard Bloom, Bloom & Bloom LLP
Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C.
Chilmark Real Estate Services
Dr. and Mrs. Mitchell H. Davich
Union OBerk.com; 908-851-9500
Ledgewood TowneToyota.com; 973-584-8100
Madison CFIns.com; 973-490-6600
Florham Park JLEM.com; 973-410-9222
Mount Olive MyLimo.com; 973-929-5466
Stanhope PC-S.com; 973-448-9499
Rockaway TrendMotors.com; 973-625-0100
Lebanon Eiros-Group.com; 908-975-3283
MONGEY MANAGEMENT
DUBLIN PUB
Morristown DublinPubNJ.com; 973-538-1999
Mendham Tempewick.com; 973-285-1000
FJ Rawding, A.I.A.; Architecture & Planning fjraia.com; 973-539-7878
Restive Capital RestiveCapital.com
Shade Tree Garage ShadeTreeGarage.com; 973-540-9880
The Dougherty Group at Compass
Leslie and Brian Drucks
Financial Structures and Advisory, Inc.
Greystone Intelligence
In Thyme Catered Events
Mike Tannenbaum, Key Strategies, LLC
Harry Krystalla, CPA, LLC
The Maple
The Pediatric Orthopedic Center
Riker Danzig LLP
Rowe Funeral Home
Sherman Atlas Sylvester & Stamelman
Zinckgraf Electrical Contractors LLC, Benjamin Zinckgraf President
Tom Zinckgraf / Investment Strategies Advisors
THE ENCORE SOCIETY
The Encore Society at Mayo Performing Arts Center was established to thank and recognize those generous individuals who have remembered MPAC in their will or estate plans. Members of the Encore Society enjoy special benefits and privileges including invitations to an annual Encore Society event; invitations to tours and select performances, and recognition in MPAC’s e-newsletter and website. With a planned gift, such as a bequest, you can help MPAC in its mission of bringing the finest performing arts to our community, providing arts education to all ages, and operating and maintaining our beautiful facility. Your support will strengthen MPAC and create a lasting legacy for generations to come.
If you are considering a gift to us, please visit our website at www.MayoArts.org/support/ planned-giving. Download and return the Intent of Planned Gift form, or contact Marysue DePaola, Development Director, at 973-5390345 ext. 6503 or MDepaola@MayoArts.org for more information.
BECOME A MEMBER
MPAC thanks our Encore Society
Members for their generous support!
Lois Brounell
Barbara and Mark Byron
Thomas J. Collins
Joan Eisen
Sally Epstein
Kay Gannon
Helen Grace
John and Sheridan Greeniaus
Martin Lockwood and Maureen Babb
Bud and Sudy Mayo
Francis MacMaster
Patty Mann
Sandra McKown
Eileen Paragano
N. Larry Paragano Sr.
Marjorie and Keith Remland
Harry and Maxine Riskin
Ron and Debra Sanes
Hank and Jacke Schram
Anita J. Siegel
Bill and Mary Louise Smith
Allan W. Staats
Wendy and Greg Supron
Lisa and Peter Wallburg
Membership brings you closer to the heart of MPAC’s mission. As a nonprofit organization, MPAC relies on the generosity of its members to help bridge the gap between ticket sales and operating costs. Visit MayoArts.org/Support and click on the “Membership” tab to view a complete list of all levels and benefits, or use the QR code below.
Consider membership in the Starlight Society and receive even more benefits! For more information, call Lana Missaggia, Membership and Special Events Manager at 973-539-0345, ext. 6526.
Support the Arts
MPAC Family of Donors
MPAC is grateful to all of the donors who have given so generously through Membership, the Starlight Ball and other special gifts. This list represents total cumulative giving in the past twelve months (December 20, 2024 through December 20, 2025).
$100,000 and higher
Mr. and Mrs. Neil Gagnon*
F.M. Kirby Foundation
Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund
New Jersey State Council on the Arts
$40,000 - $99,999
Atlantic Health
Bruce I. Jacobs and Kenneth N. Levy, Jacobs Levy
Equity Management*
Mayo Family/Anne Mayo Ferrante*
New Jersey Cultural Trust
Mary Jane Robertson and Jock Clark*
$20,000 - $39,999
ADP Automatic Data Processing Inc. Foundation
Ed and Cathy Ahart*
BASF Corporation
Katherine and Joseph Brucchieri*
Ann and Art Corwin*
Kevin and Heather Dunphy*
Joe and Jeanne Goryeb*
John and Kristin Hyland*
Paula and Bill Marino*
Nancy and Howard Moseson*
Nikki Sumpter*
Wendy and Greg Supron*
Towne Toyota*
$10,000 - $19,999
Chip Carver and Anne DeLaney*
Mary E. and David L. Cobb*
The Conger Family Foundation*
Kristin Elliott Charitable Fund
Rob and Nancye Falzon*
Sheridan and John Greeniaus*
The Hampshire Companies, LLC
Linda Hellstrom*
Richard and Cindy Johnson*
JPMorgan Private Bank
Jeff Kalajian*
Kennedys
Karen and Jeff Kirby/ The Broadfield Fund*
Gay Klapman*
Ken and Lauren Lantigua*
Bruce Leff and Family*
Raymond Loffredo and Hon. Sallyanne Floria
A.J.S.C. (Ret.)*
Lord Abbett
Elizabeth A. Mattson*
The MCJ Amelior Foundation
Nancy and David Medford*
Mendham Capital Management*
Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation
O. Berk Company LLC*
Panel Components & Systems*
Paragano Family Foundation
Pinrose, Inc.
Provident Bank
RBC Wealth Management
Eileen and Carlos Rodriguez*
Clementina, Debra and Ron Sanes*
Hank and Jacke Schram*
Symphony Workplaces*
Debbie Vilage and Chris Vilage*
Lisa and Peter Wallburg*
David and Lisa Welsh*
$5,000 - $9,999
1776 Morristown*
Tara Albritton and Amanda Sinkewitz*
The Arnold F. Baggins Foundation, Inc.
Wm. Blanchard Co.
Betty Carroll*
Crum & Forster*
Janet DeMeo and Gary Bobko*
Christine Corra DiCesare*
Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation
Harriett and Bob Druskin*
Eiros Group*
The Ellis Family*
Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP
Fox Rothschild LLP*
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Fuller*
Richard and Leslie Goryeb*
Michael and Jennifer Harmon*
Kenneth and Cynthia Heaton*
Marcia and Peter Hunter*
Bill and Barbara Killeen*
Joe and Lauren Knolmayer*
The Sandra Kupperman Foundation
Dave and Tess Lewis*
Janice Marturano and Peter Thompson*
McCarter & English, LLP
Pam Mondelli and Paul Pazniokas*
Morris Animal Inn, Inc.*
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mulholland*
Murphy Schiller & Wilkes LLP
George A. Ohl, Jr. Trust
John and Lucy Orfan*
Nicholas and Marta Pascarella*
PNC Financial Services Group
FJ Rawding, A.I.A.; Architecture & Planning*
Wayne and Marlene Reisner
Harry and Maxine Riskin*
Sue and Eric J. Robbins*
Bob and Anne Rooke*
The Rosenbloom Foundation
Paul and Christine Scheele*
Schenck, Price, Smith & King, LLP
Catherine Shirtz
TD Bank Charitable Foundation
Tempewick Wealth Management*
Gil and Claire Zweig*
$1,000 - $4,999
Monica and Charles Accurso, MD*
Susan and Ken Adler*
Jason and Katie Albert
M. Steven and Sheri B. Alexander*
Ben Alexander*
Alstede Farms*
Virginia R. Anderson*
Anne and Alexander Aquilino*
Theresa Augustine-Christie*
Carole Baker and Joseph Ward*
Bruce R. Balbach*
Laura Balsamini*
Charles and Nancy Bareijsza*
Laurie and Larry Baruch*
Baum Advanced Chiropractic*
Michelle and Jim Becher*
Charles and Mary Becht*
Beer Architectural Group LLC*
Jack and Robin Benvent*
Wendy and Jay Birnbaum*
Michele and William Blanchard
MPAC Family of Donors
Richard Bloom, Bloom & Bloom LLP*
Ken and Lisa Bodmer*
Colleen Bondy*
Michael and Eileen Boos Family*
Carol and Ray Borgersen*
Morgan and Amy Bornstein*
Ginger Brennan and Romas Radvila*
Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C.*
Robin and Eli Brickman*
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Brown*
Anthony M. Bucco
Gregg and Jackie Buckalew*
The Charitable Foundation of the Burns Family, Inc.
Melissa Burnside and Jair Brand*
Bev and Bob Burton*
Karen and Mike Byrne*
Callas Family*
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel J. Carroll, Jr.*
Robert and Fran Cavalero*
Chilmark Real Estate Services*
Bill Chisolm
Robin and Jeffrey Cohen*
Janet and Robert Cole, MD*
Stan and Holly Coleman*
Marlene and Wayne Colizza*
John and Nancy Collier*
Gail Collins*
The Committed Pig
John and Christine Como*
Rachel and Tom Cortese*
Marc and Theresa Creedon*
Frank and Jeanine Crippen*
Paul and Johanna Daly*
Dr. and Mrs. Mitchell H. Davich*
Virginia De Lalla*
Matthew and Elizabeth DeLaney*
Victor Delimata*
Sharon Della Fera and Jeff Chase*
Delta Dental of New Jersey
James and Lorna DeMaio*
Dr. and Mrs. Steven Denholtz*
Dawn Didden
The Dougherty Group at Compass*
Leslie and Brian Drucks*
Ed Duffy and Serafina Oxner*
Molly Dunn and Len Smith*
Eastwick Foundation
Tony and Marianne Ehinger*
Encore Energy Group Inc.*
John and Lisa Ennis*
Dr. Lawrence Fabrizio*
Kieran and Molly Fagan*
Dr. and Mrs. Colin Failey
Frank and Kay Failla*
John and Linda Fedinec*
Tom and Flora Feitel*
Stephen L. and Ann Marie Feld*
Edward Fernandez and Jessica Thomee*
Financial Structures and Advisory, Inc.*
Matthew and Teresa Finlay*
Pat and Bud Foullois*
Patricia Fox and Bob Benjamin*
Caren Frankel and Jory Magidson*
Jeri-Ann and Matt Frankel*
Franklin Templeton Investments
David Fry*
Carol and Jerry Galgano
Richard Garcia
Gearty & McIntyre LLP, CPAs*
Caroline and Richard Godfrey*
Tobi and George Goldman*
Dr. and Mrs. Alberto Goldwaser*
Tiernan Gordon
The Goret Family*
Lawrence and Rita Gotfried*
Edward A. Gramigna, Jr.
Lawrence and Florence Green*
Adam and Samantha Greene*
Greystone Intelligence*
Bob Groder and Celmira Nasuto*
The Grushkin Family*
Fran and Richard Habib*
Amir and Naama Hadar*
The Hagelin Family*
Ferdinand and Bernadette Hamada
Jerry Happ*
Don Hardman*
Gregory and Jennifer Harmon
Bruce and Sharon Harrison*
Kim and Eric Hart*
Paula Hartman and Ray Lombardo*
Tracy and Ian Hassan*
Roger and Ameeta Held*
Pam Heller*
Mr. and Mrs. John A. Hendricks*
J. Brooke Hern and Elizabeth Shipman*
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Horan*
Karl and Donna Huelsenbeck*
Elizabeth Iacampo*
Bryan and Bridget Jaeger*
Thomas C. Jardim and Karen Fountain*
Neill and Julia Johnson
Elta and Jim Johnston*
Irving B. Kahn Foundation, Inc.
Suzanne Kane
Brad M. Kaplan, Esq.*
Glen A. Kashuba, CEO Medical Device Concepts, LLC*
Bill and Debbie Keenan*
Janine and George Kelly*
Jeffrey Kelly
Mike Tannenbaum, Key Strategies, LLC*
Kienlen Lattmann Sotheby’s International Realty
Laura Kiesewetter*
Hans and Pamela Knapp*
Michael Kohner*
Jeffrey and Donna Kraft*
Matthew Krog*
Harry Krystalla, CPA, LLC*
Jane and Michael Kurek*
The Lanskey Family*
Larena Construction
Allison and Paul Larena*
John and Elaine Lasalandra*
Tracey and Stu Lasser*
Patrick Layng
Will and Mary Leland*
Jered and Alyssa Leo*
Bill and Eileen Levine*
Steven and Beena Levy*
Stuart and Barbara Levy*
Angela and William Lewis*
Ellen and Jonathan Lewis*
Doug and Jami Lionetti*
Sanford and Arleen Lipsman*
Alice and Cary Lloyd*
Matthew and Susan Lodge*
Mr. Bruce Lowenhaupt*
Mr. and Mrs. Peter Lynch*
Andy and Kristin Lynn
James and Christine MacDonald*
Don and Fran MacMaster*
Mr. and Mrs. Paul Magnani*
Jim and Danielle Malloy*
Nick and Jamie Mandala*
The Maple*
Mr. and Mrs. Alan Martin*
Shikha and Ken Mayer*
Jim and Sue McArdle*
Charles McClafferty*
Sandra McKown*
Thomas and Marylyn McLaughlin*
Donna McNamara*
Mr. David F. Miller and Ms. Sheila F. Eule*
Frances and Scott Miller*
Elden Mills*
Nirav Mistry and Dawn Howard-Mistry
Morris County Tourism Bureau
Barry Motz
Mrs. Rachel Mullen*
Sep and Karen Naraghi*
New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Company
Phil and Gen Nicastro*
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Norkin*
Peter O’Hagan*
Carolyn Olenowski*
Arnold M. Olshan*
Gordon Olver and Lynn Fiore*
Don and Tammy Panetta*
Eileen Paragano*
The Park Savoy Estate
The Edward C. and Edith B. Parker Charitable Fund
Peapack Private
Tony and Toni Pecci*
The Pediatric Orthopedic Center*
Jennifer and Jeff Peifly*
Stephen and Lisa Plavin*
Jack and Carole Plaxe*
Judy and Jim Pohlman
Polizzi Family*
John and Peggy Post
Martin and Clare Prentice*
Bob and Patricia Pures
Blake and Sumner Putnam
Jim and Helen Quinn*
Gary and Marie Radford*
Andrea Martone and Paul Cristelli, Realty Executives
Platinum Agents*
Restive Capital*
Kurt and Linda Riedener*
Riker Danzig, LLP*
Andrea Rizzo*
Eileen Rolnick*
Anthony Roselli and Cortney D’Amato-Roselli*
Chris and Monica Rosin*
Rowe Funeral Home*
Robert and Amy Ruffini
Joanne Ryan*
Patricia Saltzman*
Dr. Michael and Mrs. Alice Samach*
Louis and Viviana Santiago*
Angelo and Ramona Sappio*
Phil and Dale Schifano*
Debora and Rudy Schloesser*
William and Stacey Schlosser*
Chris and Sumali Schmidt*
Michael Schramm*
Adam Schwab*
Robert and Sherry Scott*
Jackie Scura and Benny Epstein*
Maggi Sellers*
Shade Tree Garage*
Sherman Atlas Sylvester & Stamelman*
Brenda Sichel*
Anita J. Siegel*
Drs. Matthew and Judi Sills*
Lauren and Matthew Silverstein*
Craig and Cathy Simon*
Richard Simon
Marg and Glen Skar*
Coleman Smith and Monica Mangan*
Jill Southren-Moretti*
Christine St. Peter and Adam Levinsohn*
Deborah and Isaac Starker
Jon (JStu) Stewart*
Dan Stiles and Monika Karoly*
Sandy and Jeff Stiles*
Kevin and Betsy Sullivan*
Pat and Pam Sullivan*
Berton and Wendy Taffet*
Neil and Sue Thakur*
Thomas and Rebecca Wafer*
Judy and Alan Weinstein*
Ms. Melanie West
Wendy and Michael Whiting*
Hayes and Eileen Williams*
Rich and Lori Wilson*
Leonard and Mona Witman*
Marsha and Peter Wolfson*
James Wronko*
Wendy and Gary Young*
Carla and Nelson Zabransky*
Matthew and Cindy Zimmer*
Zinckgraf Electrical Contractors LLC, Benjamin Zinckgraf President*
Tom Zinckgraf / Investment
Strategies Advisors*
$500 - $999
Carol Banks
Beer Architectural Group LLC*
William Blinn*
Don and Donna Blum*
Karel and Jeff Carfora*
Dan and Caitlin Churchill*
Matthew Clark*
Vicki Clauss*
Lee and Mike Connor
Cynthia Crecca*
Alice D. Cutler*
Robert and Claudia Damiano*
Bob DiMartino*
Susan and Brian Donnelly*
Mark and Missy Durham*
DW*
Donna Eberle*
William and Christine Ferdinand*
Fisher International Maritime Consultants, LLC*
Mr. and Mrs. Flannery*
Amanda and David Fowler*
Mr. Michael P. Gallagher*
Janice and Fred Ganning*
Lisa Gemborys*
Sandra and Charles Gibson*
Denis Goldenberg
Helen Green
Candy C. Grossman*
Linda Gruno*
Melanie Harrow*
Hightower Family*
Mr. and Mrs. Gary Hilbert*
The Hinton Family*
Yvette Ho and Robert Williams*
Paul Johnson
Rick Jordan*
Deb Keeffe and Julieann Arbolino*
Barry Kleiman*
Rosemarie Kolb
Daniel Kull and Celeste Martinez*
Brian and Joyce Lawrence*
Nancy L. and Arthur E. Lee*
Jeffrey and Lisa Libman*
John and Brenda Lillis*
Drs. William and Julie Timins Lupatkin*
Jeffrey Markovitz and Michelle Tomasso*
Michael and Jennifer Markovitz*
Irene Maroney
Sara P. McMahon*
Peter and Jill McRae*
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Meizoso, Jr.
Robert A. and Lisa Nicolais Miller*
Andrew Muroff*
Lisa and Roy Naturman*
MPAC Family of Donors
Mrs. Margaret Parker*
Steve and JoAnn Peck*
Laura J. Pinti*
Mr. and Mrs. Antonio Poccia, Jr.*
Marjorie and Keith Remland*
Linda A. Root and Dr. Larry J. Cohen
Rob and Lisa Rosenhouse*
Jeff and Ginny Roth*
Eleanor Rowe*
Adolfo and Carol Samper*
Steve and Diana Schlesinger*
The Shalit Family*
Larry B. and Cheryl L. Smith*
Dana and Alan Sobel*
Ardra Vanessa Spector*
Allyson and Bruce Speier*
Ms. Ann Stachenfeld
Chris and Sandra Stamos*
Harold Starkman and Christine Donnelly*
Walt and Kathy Sutton*
Andras and Claudia Szentmiklosy*
Chris Thomas*
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Show your MPAC Membership card and save at local businesses!
• Amanti Vino
• Beenie’s Ice Cream
• Cluck-U Chicken
• Crunch Fitness
• The Dougherty Group at COMPASS
• Enjou Chocolat
• Enzo Restaurant & Pizzeria
• Fully Promoted
• Glenbrook Brewery
• Granite Wealth Partners
• Just Jersey
• NOM Mexican Table + Tequila Bar
• The Office Tavern Grill
• South Street Creamery & Cafe
• TOWN Bar + Kitchen
Complete terms, conditions, and discount information available on the Member Discounts page on MayoArts.org.
For more info, call 973-712-0708.
MATCHING GIFTS
Frances Tort*
William and Susan Waagner*
Sheryl and Gary Weine*
Susan Weinstock*
Helen Williams*
The Wolper Family*
Gabriel and Donna Yandoli*
Mary and Louis Zingone*
Ruth J. Zowader*
*Denotes MPAC Member
*As of December 20, 2025
We are grateful to the following companies who have generously matched their employees’ charitable gifts to MPAC.* Please be sure to check with your HR Department or scan the QR code to see if your company participates in a Matching Gift program!
AbbVie Inc.
ADP
AT&T Foundation
Bank of America
BD Big Lots! BlackRock
Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. Evernorth
FirstEnergy Foundation
Goldman Sachs
Google Horizon
Insperity Support Services LP
Johnson & Johnson
Merck Foundation
Mondelez International, Inc.
Novartis
Pfizer
Pitney Bowes
Prudential
SPS Gives Back StoneX Group Inc.
TCV Toyota Voya Foundation
Wells Fargo
*As of December 20, 2025
Look for this window decal at participating businesses
DIRECTORY OF FACILITY & SERVICES
Assistive Listening Devices are available at the concessions counter prior to each performance.
Elevator: There is an elevator to the balcony level and Art Upstairs gallery.
Restrooms are located on both the orchestra and balcony levels and are all equipped with changing tables.
Large print program inserts are available upon request. Program book can also be viewed digitally at MayoArts.org/ProgramBook
In Case of Fire, exits are indicated by red signs. In the event of a fire or other emergency, please walk to the nearest exit. MPAC is a barrier-free environment.
Lost & Found is available through house management. Please call 973-539-0345 ext. 6516.
Please silence all electronic devices before entering the theatre.
Galleries
Photographing or recording any performance as well as possessing any device for photographing or recording inside the Theatre without the express permission of the management is prohibited.
Ordering Tickets can be done in person at the box office, online at MayoArts.org, on the MPAC mobile app, or by calling 973-539-8008
Box Office hours: Mon-Sat 10am - 6pm and
Two hours prior to a performance Advertise in this program guide! Visit MayoArts.org/advertising for info.
Rent the Theatre: The theatre, lobby and Starlight Room are available for rent during our concert season subject to availability.
Visit: MayoArts.org/about/facility-rental
Discover art from local artists
Gallery
Every Tuesday, 12 PM - 2 PM
MPAC’s Starlight and Art Upstairs Galleries showcase visual artists from a variety of mediums.
www.MayoArts.org/about/visual-arts
The Art Upstairs Gallery is a gift of the John and Margaret Post Foundation. The Starlight Gallery is a gift of Wendy and Jay Birnbaum.
RESTAURANT GUIDE
Thank you to the following food establishments for their support. Read more about our Restaurant Partners on MayoArts.org!
Agricola Eatery
40 W Park Place, Morristown; 973-326-9200
Creative farm-to-table fare is the draw at this modern eatery with an open kitchen and hip atmosphere. AgricolaEatery.com
Blue Morel Restaurant & Wine Bar
2 Whippany Road, Morristown; 973-451-2619
Blue Morel combines the finest seasonal ingredients from local, regional, organic and sustainable farms with the culinary creativity of Chef Thomas Ciszak.
BlueMorel.com
Dublin Pub
4 Pine Street, Morristown; 973-538-1999
For over 50 years, Dublin Pub has been a cornerstone of Morristown. Now, with a stunning renovation and a refreshed look, we’re bringing new energy to this beloved institution while keeping the same welcoming spirit that has made us a local favorite.
DublinPubNJ.com
Enjou Chocolat
8 DeHart Street, Morristown; 973-993-9090
Enjou Chocolat makes uniquely delicious chocolate gift items. Gourmet Chocolate, Custom Shaped Chocolate, Corporate Gifts, Gift Baskets, and Wedding and Party Favors. EnjouChocolat.com
Kirshenbaum Baking Co.
22 Schuyler Place, Morristown; 973-850-8005
We started small during the pandemic, sending love in cookie form to friends and family across the country. As the word spread, so did the demand for our cookies, pastries, and savory bites. kbcbakery.com
RESTAURANT GUIDE
Roots Steakhouse
40 W Park Place, Morristown; 973-326-1800
Roots is an upscale local chophouse serving steak, seafood and New American sides in a traditional setting. Roots brings the old-fashioned New York steak house feel to the heart of downtown Morristown. RootsSteakhouse.com
Stirling Tavern
150 South Street, Morristown; 973-993-8066
The Stirling Tavern, minutes away from MPAC, is the sister restaurant to the award-winning Stirling Hotel. Stirling Tavern offers an exquisite cocktail menu, 16 revolving draft beers and happy hour Tuesday - Friday. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere to begin or end your theatre experience.
StirlingTavern.com
Interested in becoming a Restaurant Partner? Visit MayoArts.org/advertising
SARAH JACOBS, ESQ.
JAMIE BERGER, ESQ.
Upcoming Events at MPAC
February 2026
2/3
2/4
2/5
The Drew Forum presents Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling
Umphrey’s McGee
Alan Cumming: Uncut
2/6 An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee
2/7
2/12
The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash
The Temptations and The Four Tops
2/13 Cirque Kalabante
2/14
2/15
Linda Eder: With Love from Linda
A Bronx Tale: A One Man Show starring Chazz Palminteri
2/19 Jessica Kirson
2/20 RENT in Concert
2/25 The Phil Collins Story
2/27 The Fab Four: HELP!
2/28 Ndlovu Youth Choir
March 2026
3/1 Curious George: The Golden Meatball
3/4
Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt
3/5 The Simon & Garfunkel Story
3/6-8
3/10
Riverdance 30 – The New Generation
Gregorian: Pure Chants World Tour featuring Songs of Enigma
3/11 The High Kings
3/12 Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band
3/13
Spyro Gyra with Special Guest Stanley Jordan
3/15 Dream Like Taylor
3/20-21
New Jersey Ballet: Icons of American Ballet with New Jersey Symphony
3/21-22 New Jersey Ballet: Sleeping Beauty with New Jersey Symphony
3/25 ¡Cubanismo!
3/26 The Ten Tenors: 30th Anniversary World Tour
3/27 New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players: The Mikado
April 2026
4/4 An Evening with David Sedaris
4/7 Collective Soul
4/9 Women of Americana: A Celebration of American Music
4/11
The Moth
4/18 Tony Danza: Standards and Stories
4/20 The Drew Forum presents Douglas Murray
Cirque Kalabante
Jessica Kirson
4/22
One Night of Queen Performed by Gary Mullen and the Works
4/24 The String Queens
May 2026
5/3 Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
5/7 Luka Šulić
5/8 KC and The Sunshine Band
5/9 The Doo Wop Project
5/15 The Glenn Miller Orchestra
June 2026
6/5
6/6
6/27
Happy Together 2026
Blippi: Be Like Blippi Tour
Three American Troubadours: A Celebration of Taylor, Simon & King
July 2026
7/21-22
7/30
Derek Hough
Symphony of Dance: Encore
Tyler Henry: An Evening of Hope and Healing
*Schedule subject to change. More shows to be added!
