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Sponsors Ballet West Board of Directors About Ballet West Peter Pan From the Artistic Director From the Executive Director Casting Synopsis Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Students Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy Ballet West Orchestra Dancer Profiles Profiles Get To Know Dancers Wellness Partners Corporate, Foundation, and Government Individual Donors Academy Scholarship Fund Donors Encore Society Gifts Made In Memory and In Honor Ballet West Staff House Rules soloist rylee ann rogers | photo by beau pearson

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PETER PAN Coreografía: Trey McIntyre Música: Sir Edward Elgar, Adaptación, arreglos y música incidental de Niel DePonte Diseño escénico: Thomas Boyd Vestuario: Jeanne Button Adicional Vestuario: Trey McIntyre Diseño de iluminación: Michael J. Mazzola Lighting Programming: Eric Raden Puesta en escena: James Payne, Jane Victorine Wood Coordinador de lucha: Bruce Caldwell Con la Orquesta del Ballet West, dirigida por Director musical: Jared Oaks Estreno mundial: March 14, 2002, Houston Ballet, Houston, Texas Estreno de Ballet West: Feb. 13, 2026, Ballet West, Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre, Salt Lake City, Utah Vuelo a cargo de Foy Este programa tiene una duración aproximada de dos horas y 15 minutos, con dos 20-minute intermedios.

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PETER PAN Choreography: Trey McIntyre Music: Sir Edward Elgar, Adaptation, arrangements and incidental music by Niel DePonte Scenery Design: Thomas Boyd Costume Design: Jeanne Button Additional Costume Design: Trey McIntyre Lighting Design: Michael J. Mazzola Lighting Programming: Eric Raden Staging: James Payne, Jane Victorine Wood Fight Coordinator: Bruce Caldwell Featuring The Ballet West Orchestra Conducted by Music Director: Jared Oaks World Premiere: March 14, 2002, Houston Ballet, Houston, Texas Ballet West Premiere: Feb. 13, 2026, Ballet West, Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre, Salt Lake City, Utah Flying by Foy This performance lasts approximately two hours and 15 minutes, with two 20-minute intermissions.

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From the Artistic Director Welcome to the Ballet West premiere of Trey McIntyre’s magical, fanciful, and charming production of Peter Pan. Choreographer McIntyre created this ballet version of the J.M. Barrie story first for the Houston Ballet in 2002 and he has re-produced and revised it numerous times for multiple companies around the world.

The creation of the actual story by Scottish playwright and author J.M. Barrie had an interesting development.

The character of Peter Pan, a boy who could fly, who wore leaves for clothes, “still had all his first teeth” as he was described, refused to grow up, and who had great mistrust for adults, first appeared in Barrie’s 1902 novel The Little White Bird. Barrie then expanded on the character for his stage play Peter Pan, the Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up. In the play’s plot Peter is flying through the Bloomsbury district of London and repeatedly stops at the home of the Darlings - a family loosely based on close family friends of Barrie’s - to listen in through the window as Mother Darling tells her children bedtime stories. On one occasion, Peter loses his shadow and Wendy, the oldest child, helps him find and reattach it. Peter invites her to his home in Neverland so she can tell bedtime stories to his crew – The Lost Boys. The original play was an instant success in London and soon moved to Broadway stage in the USA. Filled with adventures in Neverland including fairies, pirates, mermaids, and Native Americans as seen through an early 20th Century European eye, it thrilled audiences wherever it was produced.

Thanks to Peter Pan’s success on the theater stage, Barrie decided to adapt it into a novel in 1911 originally entitled Peter and Wendy. This book too became a success and like with his play, Barrie continued to revise it and add to it until his death in 1937, most notably, four years after the book’s premiere publication when Barrie added a final section – When Wendy Grew Up, an Afterthought. This was eventually incorporated into the complete story and ultimately was key to the whole narrative as Peter, forever a boy, visits Wendy who has “betrayed him” by growing up. Wendy’s daughter Jane now agrees to join Peter in Neverland and the cycle continues as long as there are children in this world.

Peter Pan remains an enduring story because its themes speak to our humanity.

The story underscores the conflict between the innocence of childhood and the social responsibility of adulthood. Barrie seems to have understood the psychology of children in ways that were ahead of the times, and he based many aspects of the story on people and situations from his own life. It was, in fact, speculated that that the character of Peter Pan was based, in part, on Barrie’s older brother who died at fourteen in a skating accident. This tragedy profoundly affected Barrie’s mother for the rest of her life. She reportedly did take personal solace, however, in the knowledge that “in dying a boy, he would remain a boy forever”.

In turn, Trey McIntyre presents his ballet version, through a child’s eye. He creates a world where adults are either just peripheral or downright evil in their intent. Where the concerns of childhood are tantamount and magic, adventure, and fantasy take precedence. Peter Pan and the children of the story prevail in Neverland through their 18

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From the Artistic Director creativity and tenacity. The only thing that is stronger than Peter Pan is the progress of time and the inevitable adulthood that all human children must grow into.

For McIntyre, Barrie’s tale represents a mirror of the artistic journey itself, and his ballet is in his words “a reminder to us all to hold on to the boundless imagination of youth even as we step into adulthood.”

McIntyre has chosen the music of English composer Edward Elgar as arranged

by Neil DuPonte. It’s a fascinating, and in my opinion, a brilliant choice. Elgar was a contemporary of J.M. Barrie’s, and his melodic and lyrical music is supremely danceable. While his music has been celebrated as quintessentially “English,” he actually always felt a deeper connection to mainland European music. Elgar, like Barrie, never felt like he fit in. Both men, for different reasons, felt like outsiders in their respective worlds. Not too dissimilar to Peter Pan himself – “The Boy who wouldn’t Grow Up”.

With fanciful sets by Thomas Boyd and magical costumes by noted Broadway, television, and theater designer – the late Jeanne Button, this production comes to life almost as a living pop-up book.

Looking through a contemporary lens, McIntyre has done away with some of the more antiquated representations of Native Americans while maintaining the exciting and whimsical adventurousness of Neverland- a land where anything is possible. The flying in this production is some of the most extensive in any ballet, requiring endless rehearsals to create an effect that is truly reminiscent of the flying in our dreams.

Ultimately though, alongside the complex subtleties of the story, its development, deeper meanings, and complex technical requirements on the artists and crew, the ballet remains a joyous production for children of all ages, allowing a child to be a child, and an adult to stay connected to that youthful wonder that is vital to us all.

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Adam Sklute The Willam Christensen Artistic Director Chair Sponsored By Peggy Bergmann Since 2007, Adam Sklute has expanded Ballet West’s outlook, repertoire, and visibility with exciting Company and world premieres, increased touring, heightened public exposure, and greater focus on the Ballet West Academy. He began his career with The Joffrey Ballet, rising through the ranks from dancer to Associate Director. His stewardship of Ballet West has been marked by both financial growth and elevated artistry, and was the subject of The CW Network’s docu-drama, Breaking Pointe, which aired for two seasons. From September 2016 to October 2017, Sklute took on the dual position of CEO and Artistic Director, overseeing both administrative and artistic operations of Ballet West. An internationally sought-after teacher and adjudicator, Sklute has received numerous awards, including Utah’s Enlightened 50 (2014), The Bronze Minuteman Award for Outstanding Service to Utah and The Nation (2015), and Utah Diversity Connection’s Business Award for outstanding commitment to diversity initiatives. Most recently, Sklute was included in Deseret Magazine’s 25 Changemakers of the West for his efforts to build greater equity and inclusion in classical ballet.

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From the Executive Director We are delighted to welcome you to the Utah premiere of Trey McIntyre’s Peter Pan. Created originally for Houston Ballet more than 20 years ago, this production is filled with aerial choreography, magnificent sets and costumes, all set to the music of Sir Edward Elgar arranged by Niel DePonte. Peter Pan represents the second full-length ballet to enter Ballet West’s repertory in three years, continuing our commitment with presenting our audiences to new and compelling works.

I was first introduced to this ballet while serving as executive director of Pennsylvania Ballet and I was struck by how Trey adheres to J. M. Barrie’s play while creating a ballet that tells the story in a way that continues the appeal to both children and adults. The production itself is quite complex with extensive flying, requiring rehearsals prior to the performance week to ensure the aerial choreography safely meets McIntyre’s artistic standards. Our dancers rise to the occasion, as you will quickly see!

Looking ahead, we are proud to unveil our newest Family Classics Series ballet, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow in March, followed by "West Side Story: Broadway and Beyond", an ambitious program in April consisting of four company premieres with choreography by the legendary Jerome Robbins and Christopher Wheeledon, one of today’s most sought-after choreographers.

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Michael Scolamiero The Elizabeth Solomon Executive Director Chair

Michael Scolamiero joined Ballet West after an extensive international search led by Michael Kaiser, President Emeritus of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Since that time, Scolamiero has played a key role in transforming the organization’s financial health, eliminating operating deficits and building a cash reserve. With a strong balance sheet, Ballet West no longer requires external financing to meet cash needs and is growing its endowment. Under his direction, Ballet West has purchased and operates residential housing in downtown Salt Lake City for students at the Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy.

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Casting 2/13, 2/14 EVE, 2/19, 2/21 MAT Peter Pan................................................................................................ William Lynch Wendy..............................................................................................Jenna Rae Herrera Michael.......................................................................................James Jobson-Larkin John.....................................................................................................Jacob Hancock Mother Darling..........................................................................................Emily Adams Father Darling........................................................................................... Hadriel Diniz Captain Hook................................................................................................ Tyler Gum Tinkerbell...........................................................................................Rylee Ann Rogers Fairies..........................................................................................Artists of Ballet West Liza, Darling’s Nurse Maid/School Mistress................................................. Amy Potter Mermaids.......................................... Lillian Casscells, Nicole Fannéy, Claire Spainhour James Hook (Captain Hook’s Son)........................................ Jonas Malinka-Thompson Pirates Cecco................................................................................................. Kai Casperson Cookson.......................................................................................... Anderson Duhan Bill Jukes.......................................................................................... Dominic Ballard Noodler...............................................................................................Robert Fowler Alf Mason............................................................................................. Loren Walton Gentleman Stark................................................................................. Joseph Lynch Smee..................................................................................................... Jake Preece Shadows...........................................................Artists of Ballet West and Ballet West II Lost Boys Nibs................................................................................................ Calder Feinstein* Steakknives......................................................................................Denny Teolis*** Tubby............................................................................................... Kyren Watson** Slightly................................................................................Rowan Green Teigeler*** Toe..................................................................................................... Bryce Keene** Prentiss................................................................................................ Adam Goff*** Curly.............................................................................................. Chase Peterson** Tootles.............................................................................................Quinn Culhane** Wendy’s Husband.................................................................................. Mateo Daukaus Flying Moth, Puppets, Crocodile........Artists of Ballet West II and Ballet West Academy

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Casting 2/14 MAT, 2/20, 2/21 EVE Peter Pan.............................................................................................. David Huffmire Wendy...................................................................................................... Lexi McCloud Michael.................................................................................................. Victor Galeana John.....................................................................................................Jacob Hancock Mother Darling.......................................................................................Katlyn Addison Father Darling.............................................................................................Jordan Veit Captain Hook................................................................................................Adrian Fry Tinkerbell..............................................................................................Maren Florence Fairies..........................................................................................Artists of Ballet West Liza, Darling’s Nurse Maid/School Mistress................................................. Amy Potter Mermaids..........................................................Alexis Bull, Téa Hinchley, Anisa Sinteral James Hook (Captain Hook’s Son)...........................................................Vinicius Lima Pirates Cecco................................................................................................. Kai Casperson Cookson.......................................................................................... Anderson Duhan Bill Jukes.......................................................................................... Dominic Ballard Noodler...............................................................................................Robert Fowler Alf Mason............................................................................................. Loren Walton Gentleman Stark................................................................................. Joseph Lynch Smee..................................................................................................... Jake Preece Shadows...........................................................Artists of Ballet West and Ballet West II Lost Boys Nibs................................................................................................ Calder Feinstein* Steakknives......................................................................................Denny Teolis*** Tubby............................................................................................... Kyren Watson** Slightly................................................................................Rowan Green Teigeler*** Toe..................................................................................................... Bryce Keene** Prentiss................................................................................................ Adam Goff*** Curly.............................................................................................. Chase Peterson** Tootles.............................................................................................Quinn Culhane** Wendy’s Husband.................................................................................. Mateo Daukaus Flying Moth, Puppets, Crocodile........Artists of Ballet West II and Ballet West Academy *Ballet West II **Ballet West Trainee ***Ballet West Academy

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Synopsis ACT I – THE DARLING HOME When the Darling children were born, they were left in the care of nursemaids.

From their tiny perspective, the nurses are vicious giants capable of horrible acts.

But the four Darling children – Wendy, John, Michael, and Peter – don’t worry much because Fairies visit their nursery regularly, making them feel safe. (Early in his life, young Peter Darling made the dreadful mistake of falling out of his carriage and was swept away with the garbage!)

One evening, Mr. and Mrs. Darling come to bid Wendy, John, and Michael good night. They are on their way to a party, leaving the children in the care of their new nursemaid, Liza. Wendy dreams that she is dancing among the shadows. Her dream turns into a nightmare, but Wendy is saved by a mysterious shadow that seems somehow familiar to her. She is awakened from her dream by a bright light that darts about the room and into her dresser. As she investigates, a wild boy with a mane of great red hair bursts into the room. He is the same age as Wendy and introduces himself as Peter Pan. John and Michael wake up and begin to play with Peter.

The dresser drawer begins to rumble, and Peter explains that it is a tiny fairy named Tinkerbell. Then Peter and the three young Darling children set off for Neverland.

INTERMISSION ACT II – NEVERLAND Peter Pan returns to Neverland with Wendy and the boys in tow. The Lost Boys beg Peter to recount his adventures, and he dazzles them with wild stories. They quickly welcome the Darling children into their tribe. They ask Wendy to be their mother, and she happily obliges. Neverland becomes the scene of a raucous, joyous celebration.

Later in the evening, Captain Hook and his pirate crew plot to capture one of the enchanting mermaids. They capture the most beautiful mermaid, but her cries quickly awaken Peter and the others. A great battle ensues, with the Lost Boys ultimately prevailing.

The Lost Boys make their way into their hideout and prepare for bed. Wendy reflects longingly on her home and the parents she has left behind. The Lost Boys decide they want to visit her homeland. Unable to understand why Wendy is unhappy, Peter becomes furious and throws them all out.

The pirates kidnap the Lost Boys and the Darling children, one by one, as they leave the hideout. Captain Hook personally greets Wendy and begs her sympathy by showing her a film of his childhood, in which his awful schoolteacher beat him on the wrist every time he made a mistake.

His hand eventually mangled into a hook shape. (This is actually not a film, but a play – a ruse in which Hook has his own son, James, stand in for him!) Wendy is much too smart, however, to fall for Hook's ploy, and the pirates tie her up and bring her back to the ship. Hook then sends his son James to Peter Pan's hideout

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Synopsis to tempt him into a game of hide and seek. James eventually succeeds in luring Peter from his hiding place.

INTERMISSION ACT III – CAPTAIN HOOK’S SHIP As the pirates dance wildly to celebrate their victory, James contemplates his nefarious deeds. Hook tries to lure the Darling children into joining his crusade, but they refuse. He ties them up and abuses them with tales of the horrible things he will do to them. Hook, who hates all children, even mistreats his own son James, as do the rest of the pirates. Hook becomes so distracted with his soliloquy that he doesn't notice when Peter sneaks on board.

A battle begins, and the Lost Boys quickly gain the upper hand. Sensing the possibility of defeat, Hook tries to escape with Wendy, but Peter intervenes and challenges him to a duel. Hook fights arrogantly, making a great show of his ease, but Peter ultimately triumphs over him – with some unexpected assistance.

The Darling children go home and reunite with their parents. Although Peter returns to try to lure Wendy back to Neverland, she refuses. She takes her place in her mother's rocking chair, reflecting on her adventures with Peter as she grows older and has children and a family of her own.

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Sinopsis ACTO I – LA CASA DE LOS DARLING Cuando nacieron los hijos de los Darling, quedaron al cuidado de niñeras. Desde su pequeña perspectiva, las niñeras son gigantes malvadas capaces de actos horribles.

Pero los cuatro hermanos Darling —Wendy, John, Michael y Peter— no se preocupan mucho porque las hadas visitan su habitación con regularidad, haciéndolos sentir seguros. (Al principio de su vida, el pequeño Peter Darling cometió el terrible error de caerse de su cochecito y fue arrastrado por la basura).

Una noche, el Sr. y la Sra. Darling van a darles las buenas noches a Wendy, John y Michael. Se dirigen a una fiesta, dejando a los niños al cuidado de su nueva niñera, Liza. Wendy sueña que baila entre las sombras. Su sueño se convierte en pesadilla, pero Wendy es salvada por una sombra misteriosa que le resulta extrañamente familiar. Se despierta de su sueño por una luz brillante que revolotea por la habitación y se mete en su cómoda. Mientras investiga, un niño salvaje con una gran melena de pelo rojo irrumpe en la habitación. Tiene la misma edad que Wendy y se presenta como Peter Pan. John y Michael se despiertan y empiezan a jugar con Peter.

El cajón de la cómoda empieza a temblar, y Peter explica que es un hada diminuta llamada Campanilla. Entonces Peter y los tres jóvenes Darling parten hacia Nunca Jamás.

INTERMEDIO ACTO II – NUNCA JAMÁS Peter Pan regresa al País de Nunca Jamás con Wendy y los niños. Los Niños Perdidos le ruegan a Peter que les cuente sus aventuras, y él los deslumbra con historias increíbles. Rápidamente dan la bienvenida a los hermanos Darling a su tribu. Le piden a Wendy que sea su madre, y ella acepta encantada. El País de Nunca Jamás se convierte en el escenario de una celebración ruidosa y alegre.

Más tarde, el Capitán Garfio y su tripulación de piratas planean capturar a una de las encantadoras sirenas. Capturan a la sirena más hermosa, pero sus gritos despiertan rápidamente a Peter y a los demás. Se desata una gran batalla, en la que finalmente los Niños Perdidos resultan victoriosos.

Los Niños Perdidos llegan a su escondite y se preparan para dormir. Wendy recuerda con nostalgia su hogar y a los padres que dejó atrás. Los Niños Perdidos deciden que quieren visitar su tierra natal. Incapaz de comprender por qué Wendy está triste, Peter se enfurece y los echa a todos.

Los piratas secuestran a los Niños Perdidos y a los niños Darling, uno por uno, a medida que salen del escondite. El Capitán Garfio saluda personalmente a Wendy y le pide compasión mostrándole una película de su infancia, en la que su terrible maestro le pegaba en la muñeca cada vez que cometía un error.

Su mano finalmente quedó deformada con forma de garfio. (En realidad no es una película, sino una obra de teatro, una artimaña en la que Garfio hace que su propio hijo, James, lo suplante). Sin embargo, Wendy es demasiado inteligente para caer en la trampa de Garfio, y los piratas la atan y la llevan de vuelta al barco. Luego, Garfio envía a su hijo James al escondite de Peter Pan para tentarlo a jugar al escondite.

James finalmente logra sacar a Peter de su escondite.

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Sinopsis INTERMEDIO ACTO III – EL BARCO DEL CAPITÁN GARFIO Mientras los piratas bailan salvajemente para celebrar su victoria, James reflexiona sobre sus malvadas acciones. Garfio intenta convencer a los niños Darling para que se unan a su causa, pero ellos se niegan. Los ata y los aterroriza con relatos de las horribles cosas que les hará. Garfio, que odia a todos los niños, incluso maltrata a su propio hijo, James, al igual que el resto de los piratas. Garfio se distrae tanto con su monólogo que no se da cuenta de que Peter se ha colado a bordo.

Comienza una batalla y los Niños Perdidos rápidamente toman la delantera. Al presentir la derrota, Garfio intenta escapar con Wendy, pero Peter interviene y lo desafía a un duelo. Garfio lucha con arrogancia, alardeando de su destreza, pero Peter finalmente lo vence, con la ayuda inesperada de alguien.

Los niños Darling regresan a casa y se reencuentran con sus padres. Aunque Peter regresa para intentar convencer a Wendy de que vuelva al País de Nunca Jamás, ella se niega. Se sienta en la mecedora de su madre, reflexionando sobre sus aventuras con Peter mientras crece, tiene hijos y forma su propia familia.

ARTISTS OF BALLET WEST IN REHEARSAL OF PETER PAN | PHOTO BY LAUREN WATTENBURG

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Peter Pan Performers From the Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy Rowan Blackburn Connor Blank* Quinn Culhane* Mateo Daukaus* Thomas Fowler Carina Fullop* Adam Goff

Rowan Green Teigeler Hunter Hahm Owen Hahn Bryce Keene* Brooke Lambert* Ava Lynn* Chase Peterson*

Collin Stephens* Denny Teolis Kyren Watson* *Ballet West Academy Professional Training Division Student

PRINCIPAL ARTISTS ADRIAN FRY AND TYLER GUM IN REHEARSAL OF PETER PAN | PHOTO BY LAUREN WATTENBURG

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Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy The Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy, the official school of Ballet West, is Utah’s premier source of dance training.

Ballet West Academy provides the highest caliber of ballet instruction to professionally-bound students, as well as to those who simply wish to enjoy this beautiful and athletic art form. Academy students experience a structured curriculum offered in a nurturing, respectful, and positive environment, celebrating and exploring each student’s individual strengths and abilities.

The Ballet West Academy and its distinguished faculty is led by Evelyn Cisneros-Legate, an ever-growing and dynamic leader in the international field of dance.

Pre-professional students are given the unique opportunity to be observed regularly and take classes with Ballet West Artistic Director Adam Sklute, and are considered for future positions with Ballet West.

Avocational students build strength, coordination, and confidence through focused and joyous top-level dance education. frederick quinney lawson ballet west academy director evelyn cisneros-legate

Classes begin at age three and are available at four locations: The Jessie Eccles Quinney Ballet Centre, Trolley Corners, Utah County, and Park City.

ballet west academy peggy bergmann park city campus principal allison debona

ballet west academy men's program director jeff rogers

ballet west academy utah county campus principal heather thackeray

janet eccles quinney ballet centre and trolley corners campuses principal katherine lawrence | photo by joshua whitehead

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Ballet West Orchestra Jared Oaks MUSIC DIRECTOR

Jenn Sprague ORCHESTRA PERSONNEL MANAGER

Violin Aubrey Woods Concertmaster Donni Evans Assistant Concertmaster Kristiana Matthes Principal Second Violin Ann Cox Assistant Principal Second Violin Linda Duan Emily Holmstead Hanna Kwong Kathryn Langr Hallie Mosteller Hanna Packard Madeline Riding Lindsay Rust Kasia Sokol-Borup Peggy Wheelwright

Bass Matthew Shumway Principal Liz Lambson Justin Morgan

Viola Sunny Johnson Principal Candace Wagner Devan Freebairn Mallory Todd Caitlyn Curry Cello Lauren Posey Principal Cassie Olson Robin Dunn Lauren Miller Megan Richards

Harp Julie Keyes Flute Alison Olsen Principal Tia Jaynes Piccolo Drew Powell Oboe Anna Larson Principal Nicole Fullmer English Horn Justin Torres Clarinet Erin Voellinger Principal David Feller Bass Clarinet Henry Caceras Bassoon Brian Hicks Principal Robert Bedont

Contra Bassoon Christopher Egbert Horn Brian Blanchard Acting Principal Nathan Basinger Steve Park Anita Miller Trumpet Kyra Sovronsky Principal Joe Reardon Lisa Verzella Trombone Nick Burnham Principal Steven Hunter Neil Hendriksen Tuba Michael McCawley Principal Timpani Drew Fallon Principal Percussion Heath Wolf Principal Chelsea Jones Tony Thackeray

Music Wand of Youth Suites I and II Symphony No. 1 in A-flat major, Op. 55: II. Allegro molto The Sanguine Fan, Op. 81 Dream Children, Op. 43 30

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Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1 Falstaff, Op. 68 From the Bavarian Highlands, Op. 27 Crown of India Suite, Op. 66 In the South, Op. 50

Ballet West Orchestra JARED OAKS

Music Director Jared Oaks, one of the leading young ballet conductors in the United States, is Music Director of Ballet West. Since joining the company in 2008, Jared has maintained a rigorous conducting schedule, in addition to playing for rehearsals and classes. He has conducted performances for Houston Ballet and The Sarasota Ballet, and he has worked with the Anchorage Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Sinfonietta, the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra, among others.

Jared’s numerous compositions include an oratorio about Joan of Arc, with poems by Suzanne Lundquist, and chamber ballets for Ballet West, Charlotte Ballet, and Mid-Columbia Ballet. Jared is also a fellow of the American-Scandinavian Foundation and cofounder of the Composer Discovery Initiative.

AUBREY WOODS Concertmaster

Aubrey Woods’ rise as a professional violinist vividly demonstrates the versatility that is the sine qua non for twentyfirst century musicians. Her artistic leadership and excellence as concertmaster for Ballet West are consistently on display at the Capitol, Rose Wagner, and Eccles theatres in Salt Lake City.

She frequently performs with the Utah Symphony Orchestra.

She appeared for several years with the Orchestra at Temple Square in weekly worldwide broadcasts and on recordings with the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square and notable soloists, including Bryn Terfel and Renée Fleming. Aubrey is equally in demand as a studio recording artist for movies, television, and in backing tracks for many popular artists.

Her performances as a chamber musician include appearances with NOVA, Intermezzo, the Park City Chamber Music Series and, on the Baroque violin, with New York Baroque Incorporated, the Sebastians, and Musica Angelica. She may often be heard in company with her husband, Alexander Woods, as the duo Woodsmith. In her free time, Aubrey loves making sourdough bread and spending time with her husband and their five kids.

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Principal Artists

EMILY ADAMS

KATLYN ADDISON

HADRIEL DINIZ

Ballet West II 2005, Artist 2007, Demi-Soloist 2011, Soloist 2013, Principal Artist 2015

Artist 2011, Demi-Soloist 2014, Soloist 2016, First Soloist 2018, Principal Artist 2021

Artist 2015, Demi-Soloist 2018, Soloist 2019, First Soloist 2020, Principal Artist 2021

SPONSORED BY THE JANET QUINNEY LAWSON FOUNDATION

SPONSORED BY PEGGY BERGMANN*

SPONSORED BY EMMA ECCLES JONES FOUNDATION

ADRIAN FRY

TYLER GUM

JENNA RAE HERRERA

Artist 2010, Soloist 2012, First Soloist 2014, Principal Artist 2017

Ballet West II 2009, Artist 2010, Demi-Soloist 2014, Soloist 2016, First Soloist 2018, Principal Artist 2023

Ballet West II 2007, Artist 2010, Demi-Soloist 2015, Soloist 2016, First Soloist 2020, Principal Artist 2021

SPONSORED BY JOHN C. AND ANDREA MILLER

SPONSORED BY BEANO SOLOMON

Newtown, Pennsylvania

Omaha, Nebraska

SPONSORED BY JOHN AND MARCIA PRICE

*INDICATES DONOR HAS PASSED AWAY

Ontario, Canada

Calhan, Colorado

Minas Gerais, Brazil

Ontario, California

Principal Artists

DAVID HUFFMIRE

AMY POTTER

JORDAN VEIT

Ballet West Academy Trainee 2014, Ballet West II 2016, Artist 2018, Soloist 2022, Principal Artist 2024

Ballet West II 2011, Artist 2012-2014, Soloist 2021, Principal Artist 2022

Ballet West II 2012, Artist 2013, Demi-Soloist 2016, Soloist 2018, Principal Artist 2022

SPONSORED BY THE FREDERICK QUINNEY LAWSON FOUNDATION

SPONSORED BY CAROLE WOOD AND DARRELL HENSLEIGH

SPONSORED BY THEODORE SCHMIDT*

Reno, Nevada

Roanoke, Virginia

Seattle, Washington

Soloists

DOMINIC BALLARD

VINICIUS LIMA

RYLEE ANN ROGERS

VICTORIA VASSOS

Artist 2017, Demi-Soloist 2022, Soloist 2025

Ballet West Academy Trainee 2016, Ballet West II 2018, Artist 2020, Demi-Soloist 2023, Soloist 2025

Ballet West II 2020, Artist 2022, Demi-Soloist 2024, Soloist 2025

Ballet West Academy Trainee 2016, Ballet West II 2017, Artist 2019, Soloist 2023

SPONSORED BY EILEEN RAGSDALE

SPONSORED BY VILIJA AVIZONIS AND GREG MCCOMAS

Albury, NSW, Australia

SPONSORED BY KENT AND MARTHA DIFIORE

Vitoria, Brazil

SPONSORED BY TERESA SILCOX

*INDICATES DONOR HAS PASSED AWAY

Orem, Utah

Switzerland/Greece

Demi-Soloists

LILLIAN CASSCELLS

NICOLE FANNÉY

JACOB HANCOCK

JOSEPH LYNCH

Artist 2017, Demi-Soloist 2024 SPONSORED BY BRAD AND LINDA WALTON

Ballet West Academy Trainee 2017, Ballet West II 2018, Artist 2020, Demi-Soloist 2023

Ballet West Academy 2017, BWA Trainee 2018, Ballet West II 2020, Artist 2022, Demi-Soloist 2025

Ballet West II 2017, Artist 2019, Demi-Soloist 2025

SPONSORED BY JENNIFER AND GIDEON MALHERBE

SPONSORED BY THE FROMER-MCCREE FAMILY

LEXI MCCLOUD

JAKE PREECE

ANISA SINTERAL

LOREN WALTON

Ballet West II 2022, Artist 2024, Demi-Soloist 2025

Ballet West II 2016, Artist 2019, Demi-Soloist 2022

Ballet West II 2014, Artist 2015-2019, Artist 2021, Demi-Soloist 2025

Ballet West Academy Trainee 2019, Ballet West II 2020, Artist 2022, Demi-Soloist 2025

SPONSORED BY MICHAEL BLACK AND KIMBERLY STRAND

SPONSORED BY MADELEINE P. AND HARVEY R. PLONSKER

Washington, D.C.

North Salt Lake, Utah

Cary, North Carolina

Vancouver, Canada

SPONSORED BY THEODORE SCHMIDT* SPONSORED BY SAMANTHA STECHSCHULTE & JORDAN ATKIN

Lehi, Utah

Parker, Colorado

Cumberland, Rhode Island

SPONSORED BY JULIA WATKINS

Austin, Texas

Corps Artists

ALEXIS BULL

JAZZ KHAI BYNUM

KAI CASPERSON

Ballet West II 2023, Artist 2024

Ballet West Academy Trainee 2018, Ballet West II 2019, Artist 2021

Ballet West Academy 2017, BWA Trainee 2021, Ballet West II 2023, Artist 2024

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Germantown, Maryland

SPONSORED BY SHARI H. AND DAVID QUINNEY

Logan, Utah

KYE COOLEY

Bowie, Maryland Ballet West II 2021, Artist 2023 SPONSORED BY JENNIFER PRICE-WALLIN AND TONY WALLIN

ISABELLA CORRIDON

ANDERSON DUHAN

JAYA DHAND

MAREN FLORENCE

Ballet West II 2019, Artist 2021

Ballet West Academy Trainee 2019, Ballet West II 2021, Artist 2023

Ballet West II 2023, Artist 2025

Ballet West Academy 2012, BWA Trainee 2020, Ballet West II 2021, Artist 2023

Westport, Connecticut

SPONSORED BY JONATHAN AND AMANDA SCHMIEDER

Holliday, Texas

San Diego, California

SPONSORED BY DREW W. BROWNING IN MEMORY OF JUDY WATTS BRADY

Salt Lake City, Utah

SPONSORED BY STEPHANIE AND TIM HARPST

ROBERT FOWLER

LUND FULLER

VICTOR GALEANA

MIKAYLA GYFTEAS

Ballet West II 2018, Artist 2021

Ballet West Academy 2011, BWA Trainee 2021, Ballet West II 2023, Artist 2025

Ballet West Academy 2013, BWA Trainee 2020, Ballet West II 2022, Artist 2025

Ballet West Academy 2020, BWA Trainee 2021, Ballet West II 2023, Artist 2024

Kennewick, Washington

SPONSORED BY SHARI H. AND DAVID QUINNEY

Salt Lake City, Utah

SPONSORED BY MARK AND MELANIE ROBBINS

Salt Lake City, Utah

Anchorage, Alaska

Corps Artists

TÉA HINCHLEY

Castle Rock, Colorado Ballet West Academy Trainee 2023, Ballet West II 2024

JAMES JOBSON-LARKIN

New York City, New York Artist 2024

JONAS MALINKATHOMPSON Salt Lake City, Utah

Ballet West Academy 2012, BWA Trainee 2020, Ballet West II 2021, Artist 2023 SPONSORED BY KENT AND MARTHA DIFIORE

SCHUYLER LIAN

WILLIAM LYNCH

Ballet West II 2022, Artist 2024

Ballet West II 2021, Artist 2023

Wayne, Pennsylvania

San Diego, California

SPONSORED BY JEANNE POTUCEK

CLAIRE SPAINHOUR

KYRA STAFFORD

Ballet West Academy Trainee 2017, Ballet West II 2019, Artist 2021

Artist 2025

Longview, Texas

SPONSORED BY COURTNEY AND JASON HAWKS

Salt Lake City, Utah

Ballet West II

CARLY ALLYN

OLIVIA BOOK

CALDER FEINSTEIN

SOLOMON FISHMAN

Ballet West Academy 2022, BWA Trainee 2023, Ballet West II 2025

Ballet West Academy 2019, BWA Trainee 2021, Ballet West II 2023

Ballet West II 2025

Ballet West Academy 2018, BWA Trainee 2022 Ballet West II 2025

ADRIAN FITE

PIETER GUNNING

CALLIA HERBERT

MIRIN HIRANO

Ballet West Academy 2021, BWA Trainee 2022, Ballet West II 2024

Ballet West Academy Trainee 2023, Ballet West II 2025

Ballet West Academy 2020, BWA Trainee 2022, Ballet West II 2024

Ballet West II 2024

MELANIE MCINTIRE

MARIO MERY

SOPHIA NANNI

AUBRI PARKER

Ballet West II 2024

Ballet West II 2025

San Diego, California

Dallas, Texas

Ontario, Canada

Los Angeles, California

Netherlands

Scottsdale, Arizona BWA Trainee 2024, Ballet West II 2025

Los Gatos, California

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida Ballet West Academy Trainee 2023, Ballet West II 2025

Miami, Florida

Boston, Massachusetts

Tokyo, Japan

Frisco, Texas

MATEO SALINAS

ZOË WILSON

ANNALISE WOOD

Ballet West Academy 2021, BWA Trainee 2023, Ballet West II 2025

Ballet West Academy 2021, BWA Trainee 2023, Ballet West II 2025

BWA Trainee 2023, Ballet West II 2025

San Antonio, Texas

Westchester, New York

Windsor, Colorado

Profiles TREY MCINTYRE Choreographer

Trey McIntyre was created in 1969 as a collaboration between his mother and father. His interest in art led him to train at University of North Carolina School of the Arts and the Houston Ballet Academy. In 1989, he was appointed Choreographic Apprentice to Houston Ballet, a position created especially for him, and in 1995 he became the company’s Choreographic Associate. He has worked for over 30 years as a freelance choreographer, producing more than 100 pieces in his career so far.

He has won numerous choreography awards, including a Lifetime Achievement Award from The National Society of Arts and Letters, two personal grants for choreography from The National Endowment for the Arts, and is a United States Artists Fellow.

SIR EDWARD ELGAR (1857 – 1934) Composer

Sir Edward Elgar was an English composer, many of whose works have entered the British and international classical concert repertoire. Among his best-known compositions of orchestral works are the Pomp and Circumstance marches.

Photo Credit: By Unknown author - http://www.geocities.com/hansenk69/ elgar3.jpg (broken link), Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index. php?curid=126126

NIEL DEPONTE Composer

Niel DePonte created the score of Peter Pan for Houston Ballet in 2002. He has appeard as a guest conductor with symphonic and ballet orchestras in the U.S. and abroad.

DePonte was Founding Music Director and Conductor for Oregon Ballet Theatre’s orchestra from 1985-2022, Principal Percussionist of the Oregon Symphony from 1977-2020, and was a 2003 Grammy Award nominee for his performance of the Concerto for Marimba by Tomas Svoboda with the Oregon Symphony. He is President of DePonte Creativity Partners, a nonprofit organization that produces concerts, recordings, and educational programs in Portland, Oregon. Born in New York City, he holds an M.M. in performance from the Eastman School of Music and a degree in education from SUNY Fredonia.

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Profiles JEANNE BUTTON Costume Design

Jeanne Button was an award-winning costume designer, and has designed costumes for Broadway, Off-Broadway, League of Resident Theaters, ballet, and opera. On Broadway she has designed Arsenic and Old Lace, Wings, Broadway, The Robber Bridegroom, The Crucible, Henry V, Home, and The Dresser, among others. For opera she has designed for San Francisco Opera, The Netherlands Opera, Julliard and more.

She has designed productions for several repertory and touring companies, including The Acting Company, Great Lakes Shakespeare Festival, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, New York Shakespeare Festival, Yale Repertory Theater, Williamstown Theater and the Alley Theater.

THOMAS BOYD Scenic Design

A native of Kansas, Thomas Boyd performed with Chicago Ballet, Chicago Contemporary Dance Theater and Houston Ballet before assuming the role of Production Director for Houston Ballet (1986-2012).

In 2013, Boyd was recruited as Technical Director for Queensland Ballet and is currently Head of Production for Texas Ballet Theater. Companies producing Boyd’s scenic designs have included Houston Ballet, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Boston Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Colorado Ballet, National Ballet of Estonia, Ballet de Santiago, Queensland Ballet and National Ballet of China. Ballets include, for Ben Stevenson OBE: Don Quixote (1995), Dracula (1997), Cleopatra (2000), The Fountain of Tears (2003), The Nutcracker (2010, 2013) and Cinderella (2013, 2018); for Trey McIntyre: Memphis (1998) and Peter Pan (2002, 2015); for Natalie Weir: Steppenwolf (2002) and The Host (2004); for Stanton Welch AM: Brigade (2006), The Four Seasons (2007), and The Core (2008); and for Ma Cong: In The Best Moments (2016).

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Profiles JAMES PAYNE Staging

James Payne performed with Ballet West (19891994) and Houston Ballet (1994-2001) gave him the opportunity to perform internationally, working with exceptional choreographers and coaches. He has over 35 years of professional experience in the art of ballet. After retiring from the stage, he served as Houston Ballet’s company manager and then cofounded and directed a student performing company and school for 17 years in the Woodlands, Texas.

Jim has choreographed and produced 5 full length ballets and many one act ballets. He has served as Philadelphia Ballet’s School Director, Houston Ballet Academy faculty, and sat on the board of the American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA). Jim continues to serve as a Master Teacher and judge for YAGP and repetiteur for Trey McIntyre, staging his ballets internationally. Prior to his current role as Director at the School of Ballet Arizona, Payne was Principal Faculty and Trainee Coordinator at Ballet West Academy.

JANE VICTORINE WOOD Principal Rehearsal Director

Born in Washington, D.C., Jane received her formative training at the Washington School of Ballet with Mary Day, Alice Bralove, and Julio de Bittencourt. Wood joined Ballet West in 1981 and retired in 2002, the last 16 years as a Principal dancer. Jane performed the title roles in Romeo and Juliet, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Cinderella, Coppelia, Giselle, and Lady of the Camelias, as well as a full range of classical and contemporary works by world renowned choreographers. Jane completed her B.F.A. in Ballet with a Performance Emphasis and joined the faculty of University of Utah, followed by Florida State University. In 2011, Jane was invited by Adam Sklute, Artistic Director of Ballet West, to join the artistic staff and was named Principal Rehearsal Director in 2025.

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Profiles MICHAEL J. MAZZOLA Lighting Design

Michael Mazzola’s critically acclaimed lighting and scenery has been seen in venues all over the U.S., Europe, and Asia, ranging from opera houses to amphitheaters to circus tents to hay barns. The threetime New York Dance and Performance Award winner has designed lighting and scenery for Oregon Ballet Theatre, Pacific Northwest Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Whim W’Him of Seattle, Queensland Ballet, National Ballet of Finland, Stuttgart Ballet, Grand Rapids Ballet, Ballet West, Ballet Nacional de Cuba, Trey McIntyre Project, The Washington Ballet, Houston Ballet, Rachel Tess Dance at the Wanas Foundation in Sweden, Baryshnikov Arts Center, NYC and LMCC’s River to River Festival, Third Rail Repertory Theatre, Bebe Miller Company—with whom he has worked since the mideighties, and the Liz Lerman Dance Exchange.

CORPS ARTISTS CLAIRE SPAINHOUR AND DEMI-SOLOIST LILLIAN CASSCELLS IN REHEARSAL OF PETER PAN | PHOTO

BY LAUREN WATTENBURG

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Get to Know

EMILY ADAMS Principal Artist

Favorites: Book: The Great Divorce

by C.S. Lewis Movie: Starman Food: Mexican Favorite thing to do in Salt Lake City: Brunch dates at Roots Cafe and adventures to the Clark Planetarium with her son.

What she does for fun: Emily loves doing yoga. She also enjoys designing and sewing clothing for women and babies. A recent hobby is playing board games with the family.

What’s in her dance bag: A ton of pointe shoes, snacks, and hair pins (lots and lots of loose bobby pins).

Favorite role danced or dream role: Juliet in Romeo & Juliet definitely stands out as a dream role she has performed, as well as Odette/Odile in Swan Lake and the Diamonds Pas de Deux in Glass Pieces.

Biggest challenge as a dancer: Coming back to dancing after having a baby; it is difficult in multiple ways and requires a lot of patience, gentleness, and humility.

First three things you do in the morning: Push snooze, kisses for the kids, hazelnut coffee.

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PRINCIPAL ARTIST EMILY ADAMS | PHOTO BY BEAU PEARSON

Family Classics Series

Performed by Ballet West II and Frederick Quinney Lawson Ballet West Academy Students

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27 & 28*

*The performance on March 28 at 7pm will be presented exclusively with Spanish narration.

WORLD PREMIERE! BalletWest.org

*La presentación de la noche del 28 de marzo será narrada exclusivamente en Español.

BALLET WEST II ARTIST ADRIAN FITE | PHOTO BY BEAU PEARSON

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HVAC AND TEMPERATURE INFORMATION Have you ever felt a sudden chill or a burst of heat while enjoying a performance?

You’re not imagining things!

Here’s an overview of why this occurs and the enhancements we’re implementing to improve your comfort.

HVAC AND TEMPERATURE INFORMATION

Why Does This Happen?

The entire theatre - stage, orchestra level, and balcony - is served by a single air handler and it is a delicate balance to keep temperatures just right for the audience and the performers on stage. This means some areas may be a little warmer and other areas may be a little colder.

How Do We Compensate?

We monitor temperatures in real-time using the IMonnit App, allowing us to respond to temperature fluctuations quickly. Backstage, we can deploy portable heaters for localized temperature adjustments. We work hard to find ideal temperatures in all areas of the auditorium and stage, but because of the historical design of the systems we are not always able to reach perfect temperatures in every area.

When Will This Be Fixed?

Our long-term goal is to design and install an HVAC system with independent temperature control for different zones. This multi-year project begins in 2026 with a feasibility study to determine the best options for optimizing temperatures and associated costs, while preserving the historical nature of Capitol Theatre. From there, we will seek funding and develop a construction timeline. Because of the scope of this project, it is expected to take several years.

Thank you for your continued patience as we work to make the Capitol Theatre a more comfortable experience for everyone.

Wellness Partners We are thankful for all the medical professionals who are committed to helping our dancers perform their best and stay injury-free.

OFFICIAL HEALTH PARTNER OF BALLET WEST Dr. Claire Gross, MD, CAQSM Jennifer Bentley, PT, DPT, OCS Mary Bastian, MS, LAT, ATC Gina Wojnar, DPT Betsy Johnson MS ATC, Pilates

Sarah Poulsen, Pilates Ashley Hagensick, Sports Dietitian Tony Kemmochi, PsyD

Dr. Jeremy Wimmer

Learn more at www. b a l le twe st gu i l d . org

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Nutcracker Giving Tree Chair: Nancy Wingelaar Outreach Chair: Doyle Clayburn Park City Membership Chair: Franki Loftus Parliamentarian: Susie Funk Robert Arbogast Scholarship Chair: Dee Gauss Spring Ballet in Bloom Co-Chairs: Leslie Edwards and Carole Wood Summer Welcome Back Chair: Trisha Kirkbride Ex-Officio: Ballet West Artistic Director: Adam Sklute Ballet West Executive Director: Michael Scolamiero Board of Directors Chair: Jennifer Horne Huntsman

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Corporate, Foundation, and Government Support We thank the following community partners for their annual and multi-year contributions.

$500,000 AND ABOVE Emma Eccles Jones Foundation The Kahlert Foundation The Meldrum Foundation Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts and Parks (ZAP) Utah State Board of Education: POPS

Joseph & Kathleen Sorenson Legacy Foundation Summit County Cultural RAP Tax Utah Office of Tourism

$10,000 - 24,999 Adobe Ballet West Guild Big-D Construction $250,000 - 499,999 R. Harold Burton Foundation George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Clean Simple Eats** Foundation Clyde Companies Intermountain Health** CompuNet, Inc. Diamond Rental* $100,000 - 249,999 Joan and Tim Fenton Family Lawrence T. and Janet T. Dee Foundation Foundation Fuse Weddings* Frederick Q. Lawson Foundation Goldman Sachs Janet Quinney Lawson Richard K. and Shirley S. Foundation Hemingway Foundation S. J. and Jessie E. Quinney Hilton Salt Lake City Center* Foundation Merit Medical Systems, Inc. The Shubert Foundation Larry H. and Gail Miller Family Utah Division of Arts & Museums Foundation Utah Toyota Dealers Miller Family Philanthropy Montage International* $25,000 - 99,999 Morgan Stanley B. W. Bastian Foundation O.C. Tanner Bank of America Skylark Productions* Beaver Creek Foundation Simmons Family Foundation Beverley Taylor Sorenson Norman C. Tanner and Barbara Foundation L. Tanner Second Charitable BMW of Murray Support Trust Cache Valley Bank Dr. Jeremy Wimmer and Summit The Church of Jesus Christ of Chiropractic & Wellness* Latter-day Saints Foundation Youth United of Park City Marriner S. Eccles Foundation Community Foundation The Florence J. Gillmor Foundation $5,000 - 9,999 Grand America Hotel and The Gourmandise* Laurel* Grandeur Peak Global Advisors David Kelby Johnson Memorial Ivy & Varley* Foundation J. Wong's* John C. Kish Foundation The KP Group* John and Sonia Lingos Family Laurel Brasserie and Bar* Foundation Placemakr* Mark Miller Toyota The Jerome Robbins Foundation McCarthey Family Foundation Ruth's Chris Steak House* Moreton & Company Salt Lake City Arts Council

Salt Lake Power Yoga* Stewart Education Foundation Twelve30 Creative* Utah Hockey Club* Williams Companies Anonymous $1,000 - 4,999 BACHD* Culinary Crafts* Henry W. and Leslie M. Eskuche Charitable Foundation Galeano's Ristorante Italiano Hugo Boss Fashions, Inc Kyla Grow Hair* Lola Blankets Lunatic Fringe* Mountain America Credit Union Salt Lake City Arts, Culture & Entertainment Sparkle Photography* Spencer Fane Snow Christensen & Martineau Foundation Utah Facial Plastics* Zions Bank The above lists includes corporate, foundation, and government support received as of January 7, 2026 * Indicates contribution made in-kind

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Individual Donors FOUNDER’S CIRCLE We thank our Founder’s Circle donors, each of whom has given significantly to the company throughout its history, either through collective annual giving or extraordinary, one-time gifts.

B.W. Bastian Foundation Peggy Bergmann Val A. Browning Foundation George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation Marriner S. Eccles Foundation Jennifer S. and Scott Huntsman The Kahlert Foundation Emma Eccles Jones Foundation Frederick Q. Lawson Foundation Janet Quinney Lawson Foundation The Meldrum Foundation John and Andrea Miller John and Marcia Price Family Foundation S. J. and Jessie E. Quinney Foundation Shari and David Quinney Salt Lake County Zoo, Arts & Parks (ZAP) Theodore G. Schmidt, Jr. Beano Solomon Utah Division of Arts & Museums Utah State Board of Education Professional Outreach Programs in the School HERITAGE CLUB We are grateful to our generous donors for their annual gifts and multi-year contributions.

MR. C. $100,000 AND ABOVE The Bené Arnold Estate Peggy Bergmann* The DiFiore Family The Ellis Family Stephanie and Tim Harpst Jennifer S. and Scott Huntsman Barbara Levy Kipper and the Kipper Family Foundation Frederick Q. Lawson John and Andrea Miller John and Marcia Price and the Price Family Shari and David Quinney Theodore G. Schmidt, Jr.* Beano Solomon Anonymous $50,000 - $99,999 Vilija Avizonis and Gregory McComas Samantha Topping Gellert and John Gellert

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Kimberly and Jay Heglar The Sam & Diane Stewart Family Foundation Brad and Linda Walton Anonymous MRS. WALLACE $25,000 - $49,999 Drew W. Browning in memory of Judy Watts Brady The Estate of Dorothy B. Cromer J. Chase Dreyfous, Jr. W. Hague & Sue J. Ellis Foundation Courtney Miller Hawks and Jason Hawks Athelia Woolley LeSueur and Car LeSueur Caryl Marsh Dr. Rachèle McCarthey and Brock Van de Kamp David Parkinson Eileen Ragsdale Jonathan and Liz Slager Kristin and Tom Stockton Ms. Taylor Swift, The Charitable Fund of the Comm Fdn of Midd Tenn Anonymous (2) PRINCIPAL $15,000 - 24,999 Jordan Atkin and Samantha Stechschulte Frank and Leslie Corbett Leslie and Myles Culhane The Fromer-McCree Family Trust Marc and Cammy Fuller George W. Henry, Jr. and James Rose Heidi Huntsman and Mark Robinson Katherine Daines Lindsay Tatiana Lingos-Webb Prince and Matthew Prince Madeleine P. and Harvey R. Plonsker Jeanne Potucek Jennifer Price-Wallin and Anthony R. Wallin Shauna Bamberger Priskos Kelley and Kevin Rogge Shari Seiner Teresa Silcox Adam Sklute and Christopher Renstrom Katherine Tozer Roy and Lisa Vincent Julia S. Watkins Carole Wood and Darrell Hensleigh Anonymous FIRST SOLOIST $10,000 - 14,999 Anonymous Ballet West Guild H. Brent and Bonnie Jean Beesley Michael Black and Kimberly Strand Linda S. Daines James Dreyfous The John D. & Vera E. Eccles Family Foundation Erik and Uzo Erlingsson Alan and Jeanne Hall Foundation

Elizabeth Huntsman and Eduardo Hernandez Remus, Maren and Brent Jensen Marcia JS Richards Mark and Melanie Robbins Sandefur Schmidt Eddie Stone Naoma Tate and the Family of Hal Tate Dylin Webster and KT Herr Holly Yocom Molly Young Anonymous (2) SOLOIST $5,000 - 9,999 Clisto and Suzanne Beaty Amanda and Winston Bokor The Brown Family Foundation Matthew and George Cardon-Bystry Carol T. Christ Leslie and Myles Culhane Linda S. Daines Vanessa DiPalma and Jeffrey Wright John and Joan Firmage Weston Firmage Charlie and Shannon Freedman Stacy Goebel David and SandyLee Griswold Drs. Marc and Mary Carole Harrison Florian Hernandez and Brian Parcell Kathie and Charles Horman Ryan Kelly Jeanne M. Kimball Shari and Bruce Lindsay David Luker James MacInnes Alison and Paul Mayfield Scott and JoAnn Narus Eva and David Neeleman Anne Neeley Sara Pendleton Richard and Lois Peterson Jeanie Pollack Ashley Quai and Stephen Farrell Shelly Ruff Shiebler Family Foundation Jacey Skinner Ashley and Ryan Smith Kenneth Spitzer and Diana Stafforini Ruth Stone Nadine Tang Susan Warshaw Anne Wilson and Peter Lawson Mikaela and Zac Wilson DEMI-SOLOIST $3,000 - 4,999 Kathleen and Scott Amann Chimgee Anderson Clayton and Julia Anderson Erica and Shade Anderson Ballet West Guild Tika Beard and Cathy Harlin Sandi Behnken Matthew Bero

Individual Donors Pamela and Quarry Bingham Brett Campbell Helen & Jeffrey Cardon Donna Conway Michael Davies Matt & Nancy Dorny Matt and Nancy Dorny Natalie DuPaix Susan and Joel Eaton Spencer F. and Cleone P. Eccles Family Foundation Branden and Celine Fini Barbara W. Frazier John and Ilauna Gurr Laura Holleman Steve and Florie Jackson Helen Kennedy Jill and Peter Koziol Helle LeRette MLS Foundation and Robin Larson Paul and Melanie Lyon Dr. John MacFarlane Heidi and Edward Makowski Thomas and Mary McCarthey Dan P. Miller Trevor Nielson Elizabeth and Vincent Novack Richard and Nancy Potashner Tomi Jean Ossana and Chris Proctor Chris and Ellen Rossi Margaret P. Sargent Michael Scolamiero Laura Scott and Rodney Mena Drs. Lara and Brett Silverman Marilyn M. Smolka Sue and Jack Stahl Kevin Voyles Donald and Barbara Walker Bruce and Leigh Washburn Casey Weyand Jay and Alicia Wilson Bethany Wojtech and Marc Korman Michael and Judith Wolfe Jo-Ann Wong CORPS DE BALLET $2,000 - $2,499 Stephen Anderson Peter and Alexandra Agrapides Antinea Ascione Carol Baer Frances and Jerome Battle Vicki and Bill Bennion Ginny Bostrom Matthew Crane Wilma Corkery and John R. Corkery III M.D. Laurie Conklin Elinor and Martin Colman Cecile and Harold Christiansen Eleanor Divver Carol Diener Dr. Frances Dolloph Richard and Pamela Dropek Dr. Angela Dunn

Amanda Essex Karen L. Freed Tracy Frankel Keith Frederick and Patricia Buckley Julie and Devon Glenn Bob and Mary Gilchrist Andrew and Barbara Goldberg Natalie and Ted Grandy Sheila G. Gelman Jon and Tami Hansen Michael R. and Sheila I. Harper Kenneth and Kate Handley Andrea Hansen-Davidson and Matthew Davidson Scott Hansen Jennifer Hathorne Jason and Amy Hawkins Michael and Kathryn Hayes David P. Heuvel and Johann Jacobs Mark and Wendi Holland Julie Hopkins Hot Shot Sprinkler Repair & Landscape LLC Robert and Dixie Huefner Jeanne Jackson Marilyn and Chester Johnson G. Frank and Pamela Joklik Kathleen and Jack Karmel Melissa Knighton Robert and Karla Knox The Kohlburn/Lecointre Family Dr. Michael and Kimberly Lee Julie Lewis Franki Loftus Sarah Lowe Nancy Melich and Lex Hemphill John and Bria Mertens Judith and Marshall Meyer Louis and Carolyn Mizell Chris and Henry Morrison Matt and Maren Mullin Anne M. and William C. Nelsen Rachel Otto Linda S. Pembroke Katie Marie Pollard Ken and Stacy Potter Melanie Preece Lee Quinney Suzanne and David Razor Barbara Snarr Reid Stephanie Reid Leena Rinne Joy Rocklin Irwin and Harriet Ross Brylan Schultz Mark and Linda Scholl Robert and Nancy Schumacker Katherine Scott Aharon Shulimson and Julie Terry Jeffrey and Andrea Silver Lou Ann Stevens Cyndie Taylor Urbieta Family Foundation Beverly and Daniel Vargo Amy Wadsworth and David Richardson

Sarah and Rich West Mark Weisbender Michelle Wheeler Terry R. Whipple Anonymous The above lists includes gifts received as of January 7, 2026 MEMBERSHIP We thank our Members at the Producer and Director levels for their generous annual support of $500 and above.

DIRECTOR AND PRODUCER $500-1,499 Jennifer Abouzelof Christine B. Anderson Ronald and Kathy Aoki Robert and Joan Astle Constanza Astorga Michael and Jacqueline Bailey Liesl Basile Thomas and Mary Ann Bauman Peter and Rosemary Beck Barbara Belnap Sharon and Michael Bertelsen Katherine Bergmann Kenneth and Melinda Birrell Richard C. and Jennie Holman Blake Marie Bohata Ronald and Tracy Bolander Elizabeth Bowman Joan and Bryan Bowles Michelle Branson Nick Brown Joshua Bryant Susan Chilton Sandra Covey Stephanie Cramer Debbie Davis Ashby and Anne Cullimore Decker Erika Dean Paul and Terrell Dougan Eric and Shellie Eide Sissy Eichwald Janet Ellsworth Patti Eylar and Charlie Gardner Lisa Fassnacht Tammy Frisby Amy Fulton Charlie Gardner and Patti Eylar Andrea Golding Mary Gootjes and John Davis Sandra and David Haughey Mikisha Haeri Vicki and Ronald Hauben Shauna Sheehan Kevin C. Holmes and Valerie Youmans William K. & Janeal P. Hodges Elise Hutchings David and Linda Irvine Amber Jensen Adam and Jessie Justis John S. Karls

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Individual Donors Jessica and Reese Kidman Sally and Ron Larkin Katrina Last Toni L. Lehtinen Rachel Linkletter Julie Lewis David and Donna Lyon Courtney Maclean Dr. Ned L. and Mrs. Alene Mangelson Howard Mann Yolanda Marroquin-Lewis Raven Mathis Irina McGill Will Mciff and Aaron Spades Patricia and John McNamara Stephen and Sandy Morgan Michael Musci Karen Nichols

Kirsten Novak Maura and Serge Olszanskyj Phyllis OHair Ronald and Camille Parker Mrs. Elodie Payne Sonja Penttila Lana and Boris Petkovic Leslie Peterson and Kevin Higgins Corey Rammell Carolyn Rich-Denson JoAnn G. Robertson Genevieve Maire Rosol Kathleen Rowley Dr. Bernard Simbari and William Barnett Cynthia Sinclair Jonathan and Liz Slager Aaron Spades and Will Mciff Chelsea Strong

Joan Swain Cynthia Swensen Amanda Toor Alta's Rustler Lodge Lois Williams Craig Willett Douglas Wood Richard and Marsha Workman Karen and Mike Zimmerman Joel and Elaine Zuckerman Fund of Park City Community Foundation Anonymous (4) The above lists includes gifts received as of January 7, 2026

Academy Scholarship Fund Donors We thank those who have contributed to the Ballet West Academy Scholarship Fund, spanning all four Academy campuses, with generous donations of $1,000 and above.

Ballet West Guild Katherine Bergmann Pamela And Quarry Bingham Amanda and Winston Bokor Lisbeth Banner Brown Julie Chahine Kimberly Cox artÉmotion Carrie Dennis Kent and Martha DiFiore James Dreyfous Branden and Celine Fini Joan Firmage Marc and Cammy Fuller Samantha and John Gellert Stacy Goebel Courtney Miller Hawks and Jason Hawks Kimberly and Jay Heglar Brian Parcell and Florian Hernandez Elizabeth Huntsman and Eduardo Hernandez Heidi Huntsman and Mark Robinson Jennifer S. and Scott Huntsman Steve and Florie Jackson Brent and Maren Jensen Household Emma Eccles Jones Foundation Molly Jones Kevin and Julie Kehoe Melissa Knighton

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Jill and Peter Koziol Katherine Probert Labrum Very Reverend Frederick Quinney Lawson Helle Le Rette Athelia and Carl LeSueur Julie Lewis John Macfarlane Edward and Heidi Makowski Brooke Mangum Jose Mathews Mairin McCarthey Rachele McCarthey and Brock Van de Kamp Irina Mcgill Kenneth Melby John and Bria Mertens Dan P. Miller John and Andrea Miller Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management Matt and Maren Mullin Michael Musci Uzochi Ndukwe Eva and David Neeleman Anne Neeley Karissa Peterson Tatiana Lingos-Webb Prince and Matthew Prince Mrs. Sarah Primos

Ashley Quai Shari and David Quinney Kelley and Kevin Rogge Ellen and Chris Rossi Elizabeth and Jonathan Slager Shayneh and Jason Starks Amanda Toor Katherine Tozer Sarah Tucker Urbieta Family Foundation Alexandra and Christopher Von Maack Brad and Linda Walton Dylin Webster and KT Herr Dylin Webster Stephen Webster Casey Weyland Bethany Wojtech and Marc Korman Carole Wood and Darrell Hensleigh Jeffrey Wright and Vanessa DiPalma John and Jean Yablonski Youth United of Park City Community Foundation The above lists includes gifts received as of January 7, 2026

Encore Society We honor those individuals who have made a meaningful commitment to the future of Ballet West by including the company in their estate planning.

Bené Arnold* Dee Gauss Michael Scolamiero Gladys Banks* Dr. Esther S. Gross* and Dr. George Margot Shott* Berenice J. Bradshaw* D. Gross* Teresa Silcox Judy Brady* and Drew W. Browning Merriberth Habegger-Anderson* Steven P. Sondrup* Val A. Browning* Stephanie and Tim Harpst Norman C. Tanner* and Barbara L. Kenneth P. Burbidge, Jr.* Johann Jacobs and David Heuvel Tanner* Dr. Robert H.* and Marianne Harding Geoffrey C. Hughes* David Tundermann* Burgoyne Grace Jackson* Oma W. Wagstaff* Orlando Coryell Flemming and Lana Jensen Mrs. Glen Walker Wallace* Debbie Davis Sara Kaplan Gladys Walz* The Donna L. Dell Trust* Dennis L. Kay Trust* Susan Warshaw Kent and Martha DiFiore Barry L. Keller* Afton B. Whitbeck* The Zorka D. Divich Trust* Cynthia Lampropoulos Family Trust Carole Wood and Darrell Hensleigh Richard and Pamela Dropek Glenn H. and Karen Fugal Peterson Marelynn Weiss Zipser* and Edward Dolores Doré Eccles* Nancy Rapoport and Jeff Van Niel Zipser Virginia Fackrell Estate* Marian Ream* Sid W. Foulger* Joy Rocklin *Indicates donor has passed away Willis McCree and John Fromer* Pamela A. Scarpelli*

Gifts Made In Memory and In Honor Of We thank those donors who have made a gift to Ballet West in memory or in honor of the individuals listed below.

IN MEMORY OF Robert Arbogast Ballet West Guild Earle R. Bevins III Linda Bevins Skip Daynes Ballet West Guild Donna Jean Fullmer Tricia Fullmer Gloria Mathwig-Hubbard Marian Rice Ila Neely Ballet West Guild Gracie Belle Nielsen Brandy and Douglas Maack Ted Schmidt Hilary Butler Rolayne Fairclough Catherine F. Gillmor M. Scott & Lisa H. Mietchen William J. "Bill" Sebena Brian Lameres Lois Williams The Ballet Babes Jane H. Wright Richard and Margaret Christenson

Maggie Wright Tesch Ballet West Guild IN HONOR OF Sandy Gillings Amy Lloyd Andrew Goldberg Ballet West Guild Jennifer and Scott Huntsman Richard and Nancy Potashner Kaja and Maiken Connie Mendez Henry Rampton Kendell Allison and Scott Kendell Patricia Mencimer Stephanie Mencimer Roy Miller Christina Miller and Trevor Adrian Vickie Oliver Erika Sorensen Poppy, Ivy and Archie Laurin Caldwell Mark and Heidi Robinson Richard and Nancy Potashner Senior Steps Program, Elease Stice and Wendee McCulloch Art and Janet Mueller

Michael Scolamiero Frances and Jerome Battle Clisto and Suzanne Beaty Drew Browning Donna Conway Stephanie Cramer Kent and Martha DiFiore Margaret M. Drake Angelo Peter Giardino Christine Heflin Jennifer and Scott Huntsman Jennifer and Gideon Malherbe Juergen Sass Joanne Shiebler Liz M. Slager Naoma Tate Elaine Ellis and Henry Wurts Sadie and Grace Shipp Nathan Shipp Adam Sklute Harriet and Irwin Ross Zella Blake Miller The above lists includes gifts received as of January 7, 2026

Advertiser Support This playbill would not be possible without the advertisers who support it. Their patronage means information is available to you without cost to Ballet West. We extend our gratitude and encourage you to thank them as well.

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Ballet West Staff Adam Sklute

Michael Scolamiero

THE WILLAM CHRISTENSEN ARTISTIC DIRECTOR CHAIR SPONSORED BY PEGGY BERGMANN

THE ELIZABETH SOLOMON EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CHAIR

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dana Rimington director of communications and publications Mika Seltenrich senior manager of marketing and revenue EDUCATION & OUTREACH Lisa Jensen Peter Christie retail sales and boutique director of education and manager outreach Emily Harris Dana Rossi digital marketing education associate / coordinator assistant director i can do Jessica Magelsen Heather Fryxell foundations & government creator and founder giving manager movement mentor Amy O'Connor Audrey Dodd annual giving manager associate director movement Kallie Erickson ARTISTIC mentor/adaptive dance database coordinator Jane Victorine Wood Shelly Cordova Deanna Richardson principal rehearsal assistant director senior external affairs project director steps/forward steps manager Pamela Robinson-Harris Alissa Baird Beau Pearson rehearsal director manager education and development associate and Calvin Kitten outreach virtual and visual manager director of ballet west ii technology programs Lauren Wattenburg and rehearsal director Joshua Trader visual coordinator Bruce Caldwell dance advance coordinator Matthew Barrett rehearsal director and Silas Campos, Shelly graphic designer company archivist Cordova, Jenny Bradley, Michele Gifford Ashley Creek, Lauren FREDERICK QUINNEY LAWSON assistant rehearsal Devall, Audrey Dodd, Shyann BALLET WEST ACADEMY director Everett, Sally Gomez Jones, Evelyn Cisneros-Legate Reuben Lehr Jennifer Heighton, Wendee director artistic operations manager/ Fiedeldey-McCulloch, Sarah Taylor assistant to the artistic Daisy Jeffers, Amanda director of business director Kindt, Ava Leavitt, Moisés operations Courtney Hellebuyck Próspero, Alesha Ramos, Allison DeBona student rehearsal director Anne Marie Smith, Elease principal of peggy bergmann Stice, Alicia Trump, Sierra park city campus COSTUME PRODUCTION Vashro, Ashlee Vilos, Trisha Katherine Lawrence Jason Hadley Wilstead educators principal of jessie eccles director of costume quinney ballet centre and production EXTERNAL AFFAIRS trolley corners campuses Tiffany Lent Erika Stone Heather Thackeray costume shop manager senior director of external principal of utah county Barbara Arcolio affairs campus head stitcher Angela Krull Eunice Stafford Vicki Raincrow director of major gifts and associate principal, trolley costume painter/dyer corporate sponsorships corners campus and student life manager ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE Elizabeth Crawford chief financial officer Misha Eady-Harbold director of company management & touring Felicia Cowan director of human resources Jack E Stahl director of technology Katreena Newman administrative assistant Jennifer Bailey senior accounting manager Ashley Richardson accounting coordinator

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Vanessa Startup stitcher David Heuvel director of costume production emeritus

Ballet West Staff Catherine Batcheller principal faculty and artistic engagement coordinator Courtney Hellebuyck principal faculty/student rehearsal director Stacey Mahan principal faculty and associate director of curriculum Bridget Payne principal faculty and costume coordinator Jeffrey Rogers principal faculty and men’s program director Joshua Trader full time faculty and dance advance coordinator Michael Waldrop full time faculty and contemporary program manager Kristina Windom principal faculty and trainee manager Jordan Debona senior manager of student life and summer intensive coordinator Jennifer Hildreth senior manager of academy operations and board liaison Hope Farrar peggy bergmann park city campus operations manager Jenny Lowell trolley corners campus operations manager Nanette Reimschussel Chertudi utah county campus operations manager Amanda Kindt resident advisor Stefany Jaurrieta, Sasha Lowell, Symonne Martelly, Chase Peterson, Jensen Rasmussen, Kate Weeks, Hayley Winslow, Marit van der Wolde-Trader administrative assistants Daniel Alsedek, Hannah Argyle, Izzy Arrieta, Silver

Barkes, Estella Birkenshaw, TECHNICAL PRODUCTION Liesel Blue, Jamie Butler, Michael Andrew Currey Bruce Caldwell, Claire director of production Campbell, Emma Capen, Christine Imrick Dantzel Cherry, Nanette production stage manager Reimschussel Chertudi, Liz Reams Emily Coello, Natalie stage manager and Desch, Hadriel Diniz, Ivy production operations Drumm, Mariah Edmunds, coordinator Isabella Flanigan, Jennifer Robert Clifford Fjeldsted, Kannen Glanz, technical director/ head Solange Gomes, Sammy carpenter Gomm, Tyler Gum, Callie Ethan Daughton Herbert, Hannah Higgs, assistant carpenter David Huffmire, Stefany Jeff F. Herbig Juarrieta, Calvin Kitten, Vera properties master Kotova, Michelle Lapioli, James K. Larsen Lindsey Larsen, Nicole lighting supervisor/ head Lawrence, Sasha Lowell, electrician Katelyn Milner-Packer, Juliana Hedges Kendra Rangel, Ashleigh assistant electrician Richardson, Alesha Ramos, Lizzie Fisher Sarah Richards, Pamela wardrobe supervisor Robinson-Harris, Autumn Daniel Streed Ryskoski, Mary Ann Shaefer, assistant wardrobe Heidi Slagle, Connie Smith, supervisor Kramer Snead, Sophia Nanni, Yancey J. Quick Kristen Stringham, Scout wig master Sutton, Samantha Taggart, I.A.T.S.E. Local 99 Jessica Harston Thompson, run of show crew Rex Tilton, Barbara Valles, Elizabeth Weldon, Ella TICKETING AND SUBSCRIBER Whitney, Hannah Willis, Jane SERVICES Wood, Kyohei Yoshida Natalie Thorpe instructors director of patron services Brooke Christensen MUSIC assistant manager of patron Jared Oaks services music director Jane Harris Jenn Sprague patron services and group orchestra manager sales lead advisor Hope Dalton principal academy and Ballet West is an American company pianist Guild of Musical Artists Emily Barrett (AGMA), American company pianist Federation of Musicians Rob Wood (AFM), and International guest class pianist Alliance of Theatrical Stage Peter Blackham, Seth Bott, Employees (IATSE) company.

Penelope Brown, Douglas Corbin, Adam Fifield, Brady Giles, Max Hall, Lisa Haddon, Sarah Richards, Heidi Slagle academy pianists

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House Rules To ensure the enjoyment of the majority of our patrons who arrive on time, and in deference to the artists, latecomers will not be admitted to the auditorium until there is an appropriate pause in the performance. During some productions, this pause may not occur until the end of the first act.

• All casting is subject to change.

• For your own safety and the safety of other patrons, please do not exit the theatre before the house lights are up.

• Any use of cameras and recording equipment in the theatre, which is not authorized by the management, is strictly prohibited.

• No babes in arms.

• No smoking is permitted in the auditorium.

• Outside food and beverages are not allowed in the auditorium; as a courtesy to all patrons in attendance, food consumption is discouraged in the theatre during the performance.

• Lost articles may be claimed at security.

• Anyone expecting emergency calls is urged to leave their seat locations and cell phones with the house manager.

• Please silence all electronic timepieces and cell phones for the period of the performance.

EMERGENCY EVACUATION INFORMATION In the event of an emergency, please REMAIN SEATED and listen to information given by management and ushers.

ASSISTIVE LISTENING DEVICES Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre offers assistive listening devices free of charge that may be checked out at the coat check counter located in the lobby.

Reglas de Casa Para garantizar el disfrute de la mayoría de nuestros asistentes que llegan a tiempo, y en deferencia a los artistas, no se permitirá el ingreso al auditorio a quienes lleguen tarde hasta que haya una pausa adecuada en la función. Durante algunas producciones, esta pausa puede no ocurrir hasta el final del primer acto.

• Todos los actores están sujetos a cambios.

• Por su propia seguridad y la seguridad de los demás asistentes no abandone el teatro antes de que se enciendan las luces de la sala.

• Está estrictamente prohibido el uso de cámaras y equipos de grabación • en el teatro que no estén autorizados por la • administración.

• No se permiten bebés en brazos.

• No se permite fumar en el auditorio.

• No se permite la entrada de alimentos ni bebidas del exterior al auditorio; como cortesía a todos los asistentes presentes, ni se permite el consumo de alimentos • en el teatro durante la función.

• Los objetos perdidos se pueden reclamar en seguridad.

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• Se insta a cualquier persona que espere llamadas de emergencia a que deje sus asientos y sus teléfonos móviles con el director de la sala.

• Por favor silencie todos los relojes electrónicos y teléfonos móviles durante el período de la función.

INFORMACIÓN SOBRE EVACUACIÓN DE EMERGENCIA En caso de emergencia, PERMANEZCA SENTADO y escuche la información que le proporcionen la dirección y los acomodadores.

DISPOSITIVOS DE AYUDA AUDITIVA Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre ofrece dispositivos de ayuda auditiva gratuitos que se pueden retirar en el guardarropa ubicado en el vestíbulo.

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