Program - Vic DiBitetto

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MPAC HEALTH & SAFETY

Welcome Back!

We’re still the same MPAC, but with new enhancements to create a safe and healthy concert experience:

Face coverings required

Social distancing

Hand sanitizing stations

Protective barriers

Increased cleaning

Improved ventilation

Remember: If you don’t feel well, stay home.

Our box office will work with you to find another performance to enjoy.

To learn more about what we are doing to make your experience safe and healthy, go to mayoarts.org.

A WELCOME FROM OUR PRESIDENT Welcome back to MPAC! We are so happy to see you here again. I hope that you and your family are well and healthy.

Even though we are able to host scaled-back performances with an extremely limited number of audience members, MPAC faces a long and difficult road ahead before we can once again bring you the fully staged productions we all know and love.

As a nonprofit theatre, your contributions are vital to our survival and we are profoundly grateful for the generosity of our patrons and supporters.

The past year has been extremely challenging financially. But despite countless obstacles, we have forged ahead and developed new and creative ways to serve our audiences, from drive in concerts to virtual programming to online Performing Arts School classes to events like the one you will enjoy today.

Part of what makes a performing arts center so special is that it brings us together as a community to share the collective excitement of live theatre. However, the pandemic has halted MPAC from being that community gathering place that people turn to for a respite during difficult times. We were one of the first businesses to close due to the pandemic, and we will be among the last to fully re-open, and we are still uncertain as to when that will be.

While closed, we have taken this opportunity to work inside our venue to make it safe for your return. We have been rethinking every aspect of what it takes to stage an event and how to do it safely and in a healthy environment.

For generations this extraordinary theatre has celebrated good times and risen above dark periods, but only with the help of an incredible community. I remain confident that with your support we will again see brighter days ahead.

The show must go on. Thank you so much for returning to MPAC.

Allison Larena President & CEO

Mayo Performing Arts Center

BOARD OF TRUSTEES Gregory J. Supron, Chairman

Edward W. Ahart, Esq. Susan Brauer Christopher R. Carroll, Esq. Mary E. Cobb

Arthur B. Corwin Simone Craig Sally Epstein Edward A. Gramigna, Jr., Esq. Linda Hellstrom Thomas C. Jardim, Esq. Ken Lantigua Kristin Lynn Tom Malone Elizabeth A. Mattson Marylyn McLaughlin Howard Moseson James F. Quinn Harry J. Riskin, Esq. David Welsh

MPAC STAFF

*Due to COVID-19 hardship, MPAC’s staff is greatly reduced.

Many listed below are presently on furlough.

Robert Mulholland, Vice Chairman Anita J. Siegel, Esq., Secretary & Legal Counsel Mary Jane Robertson, Treasurer Allison Larena, President & CEO

Allison Larena Administration Ed Kirchdoerffer Sasha Pensado Anthony Scareon Charles Miller Adrienne Beck Eric Poluhovich Anna Villegas Kadie Dempsey Julie Dwoskin Julie Royce Box Office Cheryl Yosh Carolyn Zybura Mimi Leiter Patrick Fragale Denise Biel Marthe Lablans Melissa Montuori Kathleen O’Donnell Marlene Rabiner Sarah Shatz

President & CEO General Manager Finance Director Manager of Administration & Board Relations Programming Consultant Programming Manager Programming Coordinator Programming Assistant Community Engagement Director Office Manager Financial Analyst Box Office Manager Assistant Box Office Manager Senior Box Office Associate Senior Box Office Associate Box Office Associate Box Office Associate Box Office Associate Box Office Associate Box Office Associate Box Office Associate

Development Marysue DePaola Development Director Justin Wynn Assistant Director of Development Lana Missaggia Membership & Special Events Manager Christina Wolfe Development Manager

Education Cathy Roy Jenny Boeckel Darius Frowner Jon Rodriguez Annie Belkin

Trustees Emeriti Joseph M. Goryeb* Bud Mayo* Leonard Sichel The Late Stephen B. Wiley HONORARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Honorable Timothy P. Dougherty The Honorable Thomas H. Kean, Sr. Joe Piscopo John Pizzarelli *Former Chair

Education Director Education Manager Musical Director Performing Arts School Coordinator Performing Arts School Assistant

Marketing Jean Leonard Marketing Director Michael Dundon Audience Development Manager Lauren Soule Digital Design and Platforms Manager Lindsey Fu Creative Manager Maura Cuddihy Digital Marketing Assistant Operations Lee Kaloidis Operations Director Erin Pach Front of House Director Michael Del Vecchio Operations & Starlight Manager Jennifer Clarke Operations and Front of House Coordinator Assistant House Manager Devon Strom Operations Assistant Zachary England Facilities and Maintenance Walter Urban Grounds and Maintenance David Harris Production Chris Ball Andy West Jamie Westberry Esther Neibart John O’Krinsky Jim Sargent Angelique Mather Karen Kogut Luke Kostuchik Nick Giaimo

Production Director Production Manager Production Manager Production Assistant House Union Steward Lighting Director Audio Engineer Hospitality Manager Technical Assistant A2

A WELCOME FROM OUR BOARD CHAIRMAN When I became Chairman in 2019, we had big plans for MPAC – plans for continued growth and physical expansion. Little did we know at the beginning of March that we would not just have to put these plans on hold, we’d actually have to shut the theater down for an extended period of time, and struggle to remain viable, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

I’ve been pleased and impressed by how much we’ve been able to do over the past months to keep the arts relevant when peoples’ spirits have needed uplifting the most. I’m grateful to our dedicated members who have stood with us, giving because they believe that our mission is more vital than ever.

However, because of the continued uncertainty, we expect ticket revenue to remain very low for an extended period of time, certainly well into next year. As a result, MPAC is facing the most difficult financial challenge in its history. We hope that you will support MPAC to help us continue our education programs and provide us with resources we’ll need to safely reopen when we can.

Can you imagine Morristown without MPAC? I remember what Morristown was like prior to having a thriving arts center. MPAC not only brings heart and soul to this community through the arts, we also invigorate the economy, generating more than $15 million in annual revenue for local businesses. Ask any restaurant owner what their business would be like without MPAC and the 200,000 people who come into Morristown each year for our events. A thriving MPAC is essential to a thriving local community and economy.

No doubt, this is a very tough period in our history. But, I’m confident when we look back it’ll turn out to be just a blip in the growth and success of this world class theater.

Much like 26 years ago when the community took it upon themselves to give this theater a chance, we need you to give it renewed life. Please give from your heart, we need your support more than ever.

Thank you and I look forward to seeing you at MPAC. Sincerely,

Gregory J. Supron Chairman, Board of Trustees

MPAC’S MISSION Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey.

The 2020-2021 season is made possible, in part, by a grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as support received from the F.M. Kirby Foundation and numerous other foundations, corporations, and individuals.

WHY MPAC EXISTS

MPAC is where our community comes together to be inspired, entertained, and uplifted by the power and the passion of the performing and visual arts.

Through our education programs and Arts in the Community events, MPAC is dedicated to providing children and adults with meaningful experiences in the arts, helping to unleash creativity, shape future leaders and build stronger communities.

MPAC Performing Arts School

MPAC is dedicated to providing exceptional arts education to children and adults of all ages and abilities. Our Performing Arts School (PAS), founded in 2006, is a performancebased theatrical training program which serves approximately 700 students per year with over 20 classes a week within a supportive and creative atmosphere.

Spring Semester registration is now open!

www.mayoarts.org/PAS

MPAC is proud to offer The Miracle Project™ New Jersey, a fully inclusive program for children with autism and other special needs.

For more information, please contact Education Director Cathy Roy at croy@myoarts.org.

Or visit:

mayoarts.org/education/the-miracle-project

REINVENTING MPAC What have we done during the pandemic? A lot.

On Wednesday, March 11, MPAC staged a lecture by Dr. Temple Grandin.

By noon the next day, we were ordered to shut down. Now, almost one year since that day, our doors remain closed to full capacity events.

While the recent decision by the Governor allowing us to accommodate 150 guests inside is a positive first step, the road back to full capacity is still a long journey with no end in sight, and these small events by no means signal that our financial burden has lifted.

September 11th, 2020 was supposed to be our 26th season opening night with Linda Eder. Instead it marked six months since the lights went out. The challenge continues but our resolve is stronger than ever. Whether it’s 150 people sitting in our auditorium, 500 people enjoying a drive in concert or 12 five year olds in a Zoom Performing Arts School class, we are focused on our commitment to fulfill our mission to educate, enrich and entertain our diverse community.

Pivoting to a Virtual World

Right from the get-go, we tapped into the numerous virtual arts opportunities that were being offered by the arts community. Our virtual arts page became the hub to see a recorded Broadway show, dance recital, Zoom concert and much more. Soon after, MPAC turned to local artists to present Friday Facebook Live concerts. For 12 weeks, Friday lunch concerts spanned jazz, country, pop and more – original events created just for you. We also livestreamed a poetry event featuring writers of color at the height of the demonstrations happening on the streets of America that spoke to the experience of social injustice. Most recently, we have begun to livestream events from our stage.

Pioneering the Drive-In Concert

MPAC became the first major concert venue in the state to stage a Drive-in Concert. On June 25th – a beautiful summer night – over 160 cars drove to Fosterfields Living Historical Farm to enjoy the first concert most people could attend since March. John Ginty and Friends put on an awesome show and for one night, everyone had the chance to exhale and remember the joy of being at a live music event. We hosted four more shows at Fosterfields, and two additional events in October -- Southside Johnny and Almost Queen -- at a new location: the Rockaway Townsquare Mall.

Redefining the Performing Arts School Class Experience

Unfortunately, restrictions prevented us from finishing our Performing Arts School spring semester and holding our summer camps in person, so our Education Department pivoted, and not only went virtual to finish out the year, but staged a brand new second spring six-week semester and a full and extended summer camp program and robust fall semester. The flexibility of the virtual space allowed us to schedule more classes than ever before, featuring teachers from Los Angeles and elsewhere, and students from as far away as Florida, Minnesota and California. We added classes in visual arts, stand-up comedy, voice over work and even magic. Overall, we were able to expand our programs to allow more children and adults to take part in them.

Of course, we’d be remiss not to mention the powerful and poignant video of our Performing Arts Company singing “You Will Be Found,” as a call out to children feeling isolated and alone due to being separated from their friends. The video has been viewed over 20,000 times.

The Performing Arts Company’s virtual rendition of Dear Evan Hansen’s “You Will Be Found.”

Making MPAC Safe for Your Return

Our team has developed plans to make the return of events possible at MPAC. We have reviewed and revised all of our day-of-show policies in the lobby and auditorium as well as backstage to ensure a safe and healthy environment. We have installed new UV filters in our ventilation system, touchless bathroom fixtures, social distancing markers, hand sanitizers, Plexiglas barriers and more. It will feel different at first, but we’re all in this together and it will quickly feel normal once you are in your seat and the lights go down.

The past year hasn’t been easy. Since our Theatre was built in 1937, we’ve weathered many dark periods. We know that the lights will shine brightly again and the days will be filled with amazing memories.

Thank you for your support during this time and welcome back to MPAC!

THANK YOU Mayo Performing Arts Center is grateful to the continuing support of our patrons, donors, members and artists who have responded so generously to our need and enabled us to continue our mission throughout the pandemic.

YOU are the reason why we are still here and moving forward toward the future.

Best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year and we look forward to full houses and happy reunions soon.

Sincerely, Allison Larena & the MPAC Staff

MPAC Virtual Arts has shows on-demand, virtual cinema and more!

Visit mayoarts.org/virtual-arts

About the Artist

As a courtesy to the artists and for the uninterrupted enjoyment of your fellow patrons, please turn off all electronic devices.

No portion of this performance may be photographed, recorded, filmed, taped, broadcast or mechanically reproduced without the written consent of the Artist and/ or the Presenter. Mayo Performing Arts Center is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

Program subject to change.

February 26 - 27, 2021

VIC DIBITETTO

The Italian Hurricane His pace is frenetic. He holds no hostages. He says what you are thinking but are afraid to say out loud. The bottom line is this: Wear adult diapers if you are going to see Vic DiBitetto perform live.

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1.4 million followers on social media

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An internet sensation with over 750 million video views worldwide

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Regularly featured on the nationally syndicated daytime TV show Right This Minute

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His new album, Working Class Zero, is currently on sale at iTunes and Amazon, streaming on Pandora and airing on SiriusXM radio

Vic has created many viral video characters such as Tony Gaga, That Guy, Frankie Pentangelli, Fool by the Pool and Ticked Off Vic. His Yankee and Giant locker room and press conference satires are now legendary. And his Bread and Milk video is like a Christmas Carole that comes back on TV, radio and news outlets every time it snows worldwide!

You’ve never seen anything like Vic DiBitetto on stage. Vic DiBitetto…blue collar comedy in a red sauce.

Art in the Atrium Celebrating Black Artists

Don’t miss these beautiful works of art on display now outside of the theater, and visit artintheatrium.org to learn more.

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MPAC acknowledges the following generous

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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.

President’s Circle: $10,000 and up Edward W. and Catherine F. Ahart Wendy and Jay Birnbaum Jim and Donna Chambers Mary E. and David L. Cobb Rob and Nancye Falzon Joe and Jeanne Goryeb Sheridan and John Greeniaus Walter and Jennifer Hass John and Kristin Hyland Ellen and Jonathan Lewis Paula and Bill Marino Elizabeth Mattson Bud and Sudy Mayo Nancy and Howard Moseson Mary Jane Robertson and Jock Clark Hank and Jacke Schram Claudia and Kenneth Silverman Mr. Jon Stewart Wendy and Greg Supron David and Lisa Welsh Producer’s Circle: $5,000-$9,999 Theresa Augustine-Christie Betty Carroll Chip Carver and Anne DeLaney Ann and Art Corwin Donna and Kenneth Eberle The Ellis Family Frederick and Katherine Fultz Tobi and George Goldman Antonia Ann Gollob Jay and Linda Hellstrom Richard and Cindy Johnson Jennifer and Jeffrey Kalajian Karen and Jeff Kirby Nancy and David Medford Pam Mondelli and Paul Pazniokas Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mulholland Mr. and Mrs. James Nason Ms. Carolyn Olenowski Eileen and Carlos Rodriguez Bob and Anne Rooke Barbara Staats Director’s Circle: $3,000-$4,999 Wendy Aresty and Chris deVries

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