W elcome
Thank you
for joining us
for our 27th annual Starlight Ball,
to the Starlight Ball Light Within The
T onight, we shine a spotlight on the Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation and Lisa and Peter Wallberg, as we gather to raise funds to support MPAC’s education programs. Your enthusiastic support at our Starlight Ball truly makes a difference in the lives of so many children in our community whose lifelong love of the arts is nurtured through participation in our programs.
We are honored to present The Starlight Award to the Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation. Cliff and Mimi Washington Starrett called Morristown home for more than 50 years, and their legacy continues to strengthen our community through the Foundation’s support of local non-profits in the arts, social services and more.
We are also thrilled to honor Lisa and Peter Wallberg with the John T. Cunningham Award. Lisa and Peter’s dedication and passion for our community have been felt far and wide. As longtime Starlight Society members and through their tireless work on the Starlight Ball Committee and Development Committee, respectively, they truly embody the spirit of service to MPAC.
We offer a heartfelt thank you to our Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, and Star Sponsors for their incredible generosity. We are also deeply grateful to our remarkable Starlight Ball Co-Chairs, Committee, and staff, whose hard work made this spectacular evening a reality.
We look forward to spending an amazing and wonderful evening with you tonight. Thank you again for your generous support!
Warm regards,
Allison Larena Gregory Supron President & CEO Chairman, Board of Trustees
S tarlight Ball Sponsors
S tarlight Ball Sponsors
DIAMOND STAR
Bud and Sudy Mayo
Mary Jane Robertson and Jock Clark
Bruce I. Jacobs & Kenneth N. Levy
Ed and Cathy Ahart
Karen and Jeff Kirby
Paula and Bill Marino
Charles Meizoso, Jr. & Brian E. Keating
Katherine and Joe Brucchieri
Ann and Art Corwin
Linda Hellstrom
Nancy and Howard Moseson
Mary and David Cobb
Joe and Jeanne Goryeb
Elizabeth Mattson
Harry and Maxine Riskin
Eileen and Carlos Rodriguez
UNDERWRITERS MUSIC PROVIDED BY
Judy and Jim Pohlman
RAFFLE PRIZE
Six Riedel Burgundy Grand Cru Glasses with twelve bottles of premium wine
Featuring:
• Dominus Estate, Napa Valley 2015
• Joseph Phelps “Insignia”, Napa Valley 2018
• Opus One, Napa Valley 2021
• Duckhorn, Napa Valley 2020
• Jordan, Alexander Valley 2016 (2 bottles)
• Silver Oak, Alexander Valley 2015
• Cakebread Cellars, Napa Valley 2017
Lisa and Peter Wallburg
Wendy and Greg Supron Paragano Family Foundation
• Caymus, Napa Valley 2021
• Stags’ Leap “Artemis”, Napa Valley 2018 (2 bottles)
• Stags’ Leap, Napa Valley 2021
Generously donated by: The Starlight Ball Committee and Carole Washington
Many thanks to each of our committee members for their time, dedication and enthusiastic support in making the Starlight Ball a success.
2025 Starlight Ball Committee
Co-Chairs
Janet DeMeo | Anne Mayo Ferrante | Charlie Meizoso, Jr.
Sarah Ahart • Tara Albritton • Barbara Andriso • Wendy Aresty • Susan Brauer
Jennifer Brown Stone • Katherine Brucchieri • Michelle Cardoso • Mary Cobb
Kate Conger • Linda Couch • Christine DiCesare • Ayesha Rashid Failey
Adam M. Greene • Samantha Greene • Patricia Grushkin • Marcia Hunter • Tess Lewis
Frank Maher • Danielle C. Malloy • Marylyn McLaughlin • Dawn Mistry • Nirav Mistry
Nancy Moseson • Don Panetta • Tammy Panetta • Blake Putnam • Mary Jane Robertson
Dagmar Schlager • Wendy Supron • Lisa Wallburg • Carole Washington
Marysue DePaola, Development Director
Justin Wynn, Assistant Director of Development
Lana Missaggia, Membership and Special Events Manager
Christina Wolfe, Development Manager
Janell Ledford, Development Associate
Linda Corcoran, Capital Campaign Associate
Program
President’s Welcome
Allison Larena
President & CEO
Welcome Remarks
Janet DeMeo, Anne Mayo Ferrante, Charles Meizoso, Jr.,
Starlight Ball Co-Chairs
Chairman’s Address
Gregory Supron Chairman of the Board of Trustees
Starlight Award Presentation to Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation
John T. Cunningham Award Presentation to Lisa and Peter Wallburg
Performance by MPAC’s Performing Arts Company
Live Fund-A-Need
Supporting MPAC’s education programs CK Swett
Co-Founder, International Auctioneer, Lot 1 Auctioneers
Raffle Drawing
10:00 pm Silent Auction Closes Pick-up begins at 10:15 pm
Dancing to the Atomic Funk Project Until 11:00 pm
2025 Starlight Ball
The Mayo Performing Arts Center is grateful to all those who purchased individual tickets and made donations to tonight’s event.
INDIVIDUAL TICKET BUYERS
Jason and Katie Albert
Katherine and Joseph Brucchieri
Anthony M. Bucco
Bill Burke
Janet and Robert Cole, MD
Mr. and Mrs. William Conger
Lee Lusardi Connor
Janet DeMeo and Gary Bobko
Dawn Didden
Eastwick Foundation
Colin and Ayesha Failey
Richard Garcia
Tiernan and Richard Gordon
Ferdinand and Bernadette Hamada
Ken and Cindy Heaton
Pam Heller
Paul Johnson
Gay Klapman
Joe and Lauren Knolmayer
Rosemarie Kolb
Lauren and Ken Lantigua
Larena Construction
David and Tess Lewis
John Maurer and Rachel Powers
Nancy and Howard Moseson
Margaret Nelson
Peapack Private
Blake and Sumner Putnam
Deborah Seme
Deborah and Isaac Starker
The Sweetie Pig Foundation
Lisa and Peter Wallburg
DONATIONS
Tara Albritton and Amanda Sinkewitz
Ann and Art Corwin
Irene Maroney
The MCJ Amelior Foundation
Rebecca Moody
Katherine Parker
Nicholas and Marta Pascarella
Brian and Tacy Quinn
Linda A. Root and Dr. Larry J. Cohen
Jeffrey Kelly
TRIBUTE LISTING
Pam Heller
Ashley Rey, in Honor of Lisa Wallburg As of 11/3/2025
The Mayo Performing Arts Center recognizes and thanks our previous Starlight Ball honorees.
2024 Mary Jane Robertson and Jock Clark, Starlight Award
2023 ADP, Starlight Award
Wendy Aresty, John T. Cunningham Award
2022 Trend Motors, Starlight Award
2019 Unjeria C. Jackson, Starlight Award
2018 Joseph M. Goryeb, Starlight Award
2017 Private Advisor Group, Starlight Award
2016 Morristown Medical Center, Starlight Award
2015 Neil and Lois Gagnon, Starlight Award
Jacobs Levy Equity Management, John T. Cunningham Award
2014 John and Margaret Post, Starlight Award
Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP, John T. Cunningham Award
2013 Lord Abbett, Starlight Award
Eileen and N. Larry Paragano Sr., John T. Cunningham Award
2012 RBC Wealth Management, Starlight Award
Linda and Jay Hellstrom, Conductor’s Award
2011 Patti and David Aresty, Starlight Award
John T. Cunningham, Conductor’s Award
2010 Robert J. McCann, CEO, UBS Wealth Management Americas, Starlight Award
2009 William J. Marino, President and CEO, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Starlight Award
2008 Bud Mayo, Starlight Award
2007 The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation, Starlight Award
2006 Brian Giovinazzi, President and CEO, First Morris Bank and Trust, Starlight Award
2005 Alyce Tregenza, Starlight Award
Laryssa Krupa and Alexander Slobodyanik, Starlight Award
Steve Wiley, Starlight Award 2002 Fred Hafer, JCP&L, A First Energy Company, Starlight Award 2001 The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, Starlight Award
The Starlight Award
The Mayo Performing Arts Center is thrilled to present the Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation with the 2025 Starlight Award in recognition of their extraordinary support and dedication to our organization. The Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation is a grantmaking foundation supporting nonprofit organizations that have a meaningful impact on the well-being and economic development of the greater Morris County community, including those that address issues surrounding health, addiction, and homelessness; animal welfare; equal education opportunities; access to the arts; and environmental and historical preservation. They envision a philanthropic space in which nonprofit organizations, the lives they touch and causes they support, hold trust and power in the communities in which they are creating lasting impact.
Beyond their grantmaking initiatives, they create opportunities for connection, learning, and collaboration with grantee partners, nonprofit organizations, peer funders, and community members. Guided by the belief that we are stronger together, they provide resources that enable those in the field to share knowledge, support one another, and advance the goal of building a healthier, more equitable community for all.
Morristown was home to Cliff and Mimi Washington Starrett for more than 50 years where they were active members of the community, including supporting and enjoying MPAC performances for many years. As a stained-glass artist, Mimi was vibrant and exuberant. She loved being an active member of a community where she could support causes close to her heart while enjoying all the community had to offer. She and Cliff were lifelong supporters of the arts, and we are honored to pay tribute to their dedication and passion.
The Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation celebrates the Mayo Performing Arts Center and its determination to bring the performing arts and arts education to everyone in a welcoming and inclusive environment. The Mayo Performing Arts Center applauds the Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation’s support of MPAC and the far-reaching impact that they have on our community.
John T. Cunningham Award
Lisa and Peter Wallburg
Lisa and Peter Wallburg have dedicated their professional expertise and personal passions to strengthening the community around them.
Peter enjoyed a distinguished career of more than 30 years in the banking and financial industry, recently retiring as Senior Managing Director of Peapack Private. He previously held leadership positions at BNY Mellon and Chemical Bank, where he successfully guided teams and managed portfolios. A proud graduate of Muhlenberg College with an A.B. in Business Administration and an M.B.A. in Finance from Seton Hall University, Peter is equally dedicated to giving back through his volunteer work. He serves as a member of the Development Committee at MPAC, he was Past Chairman of the NJ North Board of Junior Achievement and Past President of the Hanover Township Youth League Ice Hockey. He is also a past member of the NJPAC Business Round Table and a former Lecturer at Montclair State University.
Lisa is a recently retired attorney who spent more than 20 years as a Dispute Resolution Professional, following her work as in-house litigation counsel for CIGNA. She earned her undergraduate degree from Muhlenberg College and her J.D. from George Washington University Law School. Lisa has been a dedicated community leader, serving as co-chair of MPAC’s Starlight Ball Committee, Membership Renewal Chair for Impact100 Garden State, and in leadership roles with her parish at Notre Dame of Mt. Carmel. She has also been deeply engaged in her sons’ schools, supporting PTA, marching band and theater programs.
Lisa and Peter met as undergraduates at Muhlenberg College and are the proud parents of two sons, Christopher and Daniel. Together, they embody the spirit of service, philanthropy and community leadership. Their generosity of time, talent, and resources has strengthened countless organizations and made an enduring impact on MPAC’s mission to enrich lives through the power of performance.
The Mayo Performing Arts Center is deeply grateful to Lisa and Peter Wallburg for their generosity and the lasting impact they have on our community.
Mayo Performing Arts Center Board of Trustees
Gregory J. Supron Chairman
Elizabeth A. Mattson Vice Chair
Mary Jane Robertson Treasurer
Anita J. Siegel, Esq.
Secretary & Legal Counsel
Allison Larena President & CEO
Edward W. Ahart, Esq.
Tara Albritton
Susan Brauer
Katherine Brucchieri
Mary E. Cobb
Art Corwin
Simone Craig
Kevin Dunphy
Kristin V. Gallagher
Edward A. Gramigna, Jr.
Thomas C. Jardim, Esq.
Ken Lantigua
Kristin Lynn
Howard Moseson
Nikki Sumpter
Trustees Emeriti
Joseph M. Goryeb, Chairman Emeritus
Bud Mayo, Chairman Emeritus
The Late Stephen B. Wiley, Founding Member
The Mayo Performing Arts Center gratefully acknowledges the following individuals and businesses for their generous donations to this evening’s Silent Auction.
40 North Restaurant Group
The Address
AEG Presents
Tara Albritton and Amanda Sinkewitz
Alexis Bittar
Archer Hotel Florham Park
Atlantic Health
Azure
Basking Ridge Country Club
The Bernards Inn
Joe and Katherine Brucchieri
The Capital Grille
Chambers Center for Wellbeing
Chef Fredy’s Table
Cluck-U Chicken
Committed Pig
Bill and Kate Conger
The Dain Shoppe
Janet DeMeo and Gary Bobko
Denville Dairy
Enjou Chocolat
F. Gerald New Inc
Colin and Ayesha Failey
Colin Failey MD and The Peer Group for Plastic Surgery
David and Annie Ferrante
Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club
Fiorino Ristorante & Bar
Flowers from Hannah
Flyway Charters
Fred Astaire Dance Studio of Morristown
Debbie Gaelen
Morristown Game Vault
Michael and Christine Gilfillan
The Ginger Jar
Glassworks Studio
The Grand Café
Green Point Juicery
Adam and Samantha Greene
Trish and Orren Grushkin
Harvest Restaurants
Peter and Marcia Hunter
In Thyme Catered Events
Infiniti Fitness
J. Walker Salon & Spa
JR Cigar School
JT Confections
Brian Keating
Kee Concepts
Kendra Scott
The Michael Kohner Corporation
Linda Lam
Ken and Lauren Lantigua
Legoland NY Resort
Steve and Beena Levy
Dave and Tess Lewis
Lone Eagle Brewing
Pam and Joe Longo
Longwood Gardens
Lounge Hair Studio
The Madison Hotel
Maranatha Farm
Mayo Performing Arts Center
MD Pickleball Academy, LLC
Charles Meizoso, Jr.
Mendham Jewelers, LLC
Merzatta
MetLife Stadium
Millie’s Old World Meatballs & Pizza
Nirav and Dawn Mistry
Morris Animal Inn
Howard and Nancy Moseson
MPAC Starlight Ball Committee
Bob and Carol Mulholland
My Limousine Service
NY Giants
O. Berk Company, LLC
Joey Oliva
Osteria Morini
D. Panetta Contracting, LLC
Paper Mill Playhouse
Park Avenue Club
Pelican Sport Center
Pickleball Palace
Pinot’s Palette - Montclair
Elissa Prystauk, PSA
Blake Putnam, P3 Strategies
The Randolph Diner
Restoration Health
Mary Jane Robertson and Jock Clark
Rose & Fig
Rose City Mahjong
Rosie’s Trattoria
Salon Botanique Eco-Chic
Scandia Home
Serene Beauty Concept
The Shade Store
Anita J. Siegel
Square Luggage
State Theatre New Jersey
Stirling Tavern
StretchLab
Wendy and Greg Supron
TB Yoga House
Trend Motors Ltd
Two River Theatre
As of 11/3/2025
Atlantic Health
is honored to support the Mayo Performing Arts Center’s
27th Annual Starlight Ball.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to this year’s distinguished honorees for their outstanding contributions to the arts and our community.
Thank you for all you do for our community!
Lord Abbett is a proud sponsor of the
27th Annual Starlight Ball
We applaud the Mayo Performing Arts Center for its ongoing contributions to the cultural life of the Morristown community.
lordabbett.com
The Hampshire Companies proudly supports the mission of the Mayo Performing Arts Center and thanks the Mimi Washington Starrett Foundation and Lisa and Peter Wallburg for their continued support of the organization.
Upcoming Events at MPAC
Keb’ Mo’
November 2025
11/15 Ashley McBryde
11/20 Keb’ Mo’*
11/22 Sutton Foster*
11/28 Leslie Odom, Jr.: The Christmas Tour*
11/29 Manhattan Comedy Night
11/30 Champions Of Magic: Holiday Spectacular
December 2025
12/2 Preservation Hall Jazz Band presents A Creole Christmas
12/3 Peabo Bryson, Sheena Easton, Ruben Studdard and Ilya Serov in Home for the Holidays
12/4 LeAnn Rimes: Greatest Hits Christmas Tour
12/5 The Irish Tenors
12/6 Chris Isaak
12/7 A Magical Cirque Christmas
12/12-27 New Jersey Ballet’s The Nutcracker with New Jersey Symphony
January 2026
1/3 Magic Rocks starring Illustionist Leon Etienne
1/9 Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert
1/16-18 Chicago the Musical
1/30 Manhattan Comedy Night
1/31 The New York Bee Gees
February 2026
2/3 The Drew Forum presents Gary Cohen, Keith Hernandez and Ron Darling
2/4 Umphrey’s McGee
2/5 Alan Cumming: Uncut
2/6 An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee
2/7 The Man in Black: A Tribute to Johnny Cash
2/12 The Temptations and The Four Tops
2/13 Cirque Kalabante
2/14 Linda Eder: With Love from Linda
2/15 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
3/5 The Simon & Garfunkel Story
3/6-8 Riverdance 30 –The New Generation
3/10 Gregorian: Pure Chants World Tour featuring the Songs of Enigma
3/11 The High Kings: The Rocky Road Tour
3/12 Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band: Ledbetter Heights 30th Anniversary Tour
3/13 Spyro Gyra with Special Guest Stanley Jordan
3/20-21 New Jersey Ballet: Icons of the 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
4/9 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
4/22 One Night of Queen Performed by Gary Mullen and the Works
4/24 The String Queens
May/June 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
6/27 Three American Troubadours: Celebrating Taylor, Simon & King
*Limited Tickets
Schedule subject to change. More shows to be added!
More great shows will be added throughout the year!
Check MayoArts.org regularly for updates.
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
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When people express themselves they enrich all of our lives.
We proudly support the Mayo Performing Arts Center and applaud the cultural and educational enrichment it brings to our community.
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