Great Lakes Center for the Arts Summer/Fall Program by Mitchell Graphics

We are overjoyed to welcome you to our 2025 Season for Icons & Innovators. This Summer and Fall, we invite you to experience the brilliance of those who have shaped the world of entertainment and the bold visionaries redefining it today. Every performance has been chosen with you in mind, crafted to ignite your passions, spark joy, and create unforgettable memories. This season's incredible lineup of music, dance, theater, and more will not only entertain but also inspire, uplift, and foster a deeper connection to the vibrant community we share.

Prepare to be captivated by the retro harmonies of The Doo Wop Project , relive the hits of the 90’s with Straight No Chaser, and be awed by the breathtaking artistry of the Grand Rapids Ballet . Don’t miss the eagerly awaited return of Americana icon Lyle Lovett and a brand-new spectacle from Cirque Mechanics. From the classic country charm of Deana Carter to the spellbinding vocal artistry of Cantus , there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’re equally proud to showcase cherished regional arts partners, including the Bay View Music Festival (Happy 150 years!) and Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra.

Oh, what a night! This year’s summer musical, Jersey Boys , brings the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons to life with iconic hits like Sherry, Walk Like a Man, and Can’t Take My Eyes Off You in a brand-new production made just for you, performed by some of the nation’s top professional talent.

Thank you for your continued support of live entertainment in Northern Michigan. Your presence and enthusiasm fuel everything we do and help the Center remain a vibrant home for inspiring performances and shared experiences. The support of our partners, donors, and volunteers ensures the resources required to offer these experiences at a range of ticket prices. Find out how you can get further involved on pages 20 and 21.

We look forward to seeing you at the Center all season long... Enjoy the Show!

Kassia Perpich Executive Director

Matthew Kacergis Artistic Director

SEASON SPONSORS

Kathy Oswald Board Chair

About The CEnter

More than two decades ago, a regional culture plan laid out a vision for a performing arts venue that would serve this remarkable community we call home. We are honored to be a cultural, educational, and social hub for all in Northern Michigan.

Our Mission

The Center's mission is to inspire, entertain, educate, and serve all in Northern Michigan year-round by presenting exceptional experiences across the full spectrum of the performing arts and offering impactful educational opportunities.

Our Future

The Center is currently in the process of developing a new five-year strategic plan. This plan aims to create deeper connections with our community and increase access while maintaining our commitment to delivering exceptional performing arts experiences and impactful education programs.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

David Crouse Programming Chair

Andy Cummings Education Chair

Lin Henkel Development Chair

David V. Johnson Founding Chair

Matthew Kacergis Artistic Director Ex Officio

Paul Knapp Investment Chair

Kathy Oswald Board Chair

Kassia Perpich, Executive Director Ex Officio

Bob Walker Operations Oversight Chair

Jane Warner Governance Chair

Jason Zylstra Finance Chair

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Bill Clements

David Crouse

Andy Cummings

Don DeFosset

Trish Elkind

Jon Glass

Orlene Hawks

Lin Henkel

Lisa Herrick

Jane Hourani

David V. Johnson

Matthew Kacergis, Artistic Director Ex Officio

Paul Knapp

Bill Mansfield

Sandy Mosher

Kathy Oswald

Kassia Perpich, Executive Director Ex Officio

Irene Rogerson

Bob Walker

Jane Warner

Kurt Wietzke

Jason Zylstra

DEVELOPMENT

& EVENTS

Lin Henkel Chair

Bill Clements

Jane Hourani

David V. Johnson

EDUCATION

Andy Cummings Chair

Trish Elkind

David Finley

Orlene Hawks

Lisa Herrick

Jennifer Hughes

FINANCE & AUDIT

Jason Zylstra Chair

Bill Clements

Don DeFosset

Jon Glass

Lisa Herrick

Paul Knapp

Sandy Mosher

Kathy Oswald

GOVERNANCE & NOMINATING

Jane Warner Chair

Don DeFosset

Kathy Oswald INVESTMENT

Paul Knapp Chair

Bill Clements

Lisa Herrick

Kathy Oswald

Jason Zylstra

OPERATIONS OVERSIGHT

Bob Walker Chair

Denny Brya

Paul Knapp

Bill Mansfield

Kurt Wietzke

PROGRAMMING

David Crouse Chair

Bill Mansfield

Sandy Mosher

Irene Rogerson

Kurt Wietzke

leadeRShIp Of thE CeNter

CHANNEL YOUR INNER OENOPHILE

GLASS • BOTTLE • CASE

Bay Harbor Village, Bay Harbor Michigan

pOInts of ContaCT

Kassia Perpich Executive Director kperpich@greatlakescfa.org

Matthew Kacergis

Artistic Director mkacergis@greatlakescfa.org

Bob Brill Director of Venue Operations bbrill@greatlakescfa.org

Ricky Hill Venue Sales & Ticketing Manager rhill@greatlakescfa.org

David Reimer

Dorothy Gerber Strings Program Director dreimer@greatlakescfa.org

It takes a village—and ours shines.

Our incredible team of volunteers is at the heart of every performance, welcoming guests with a smile, scanning tickets, and helping patrons find their seats. Their warmth and dedication help create the inviting, memorable experience that defines the Center.

Thank you, Volunteers, for sharing your time, talents, and heart with our community.

Interested in joining our volunteer family? Email volunteers@greatlakescfa.org to get started!

Rachel Sytsma-Reed Director of Education & Community Engagement rachel@greatlakescfa.org

Christian M. Smith Director of Development csmith@greatlakescfa.org

Kali Wojan Development Officer kwojan@greatlakescfa.org

Amy Smith Director of Finance & Administration asmith@greatlakescfa.org

Alexandra Myers Director of Marketing amyers@greatlakescfa.org

CJ Winnell Technical Director cj@greatlakescfa.org

pLanniNg Your visiT

PLANNING YOUR VISIT TO THE CENTER

The most updated information regarding questions you may have when planning your visit to the Center, including Box Office & Lobby hours, intermission and concession information, ticket related concerns and more, may be found at greatlakescfa.org/planning-your-visit.

DRESS CODE

As for attire, wear whatever makes you feel most comfortable! The type of performance can sometimes be the best indicator of what is most often worn by others. We ask that patrons refrain from wearing hats or other attire that could block lines of vision for others. Regardless of your choice, we want you to feel comfortable enough to truly enjoy your experience.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

For your safety, please notice the exit closest to you in case of an emergency. If you feel any situation is unsafe, please reach out to any available staff member.

BAG POLICY

When attending an event at the Center, consider traveling with only necessities for your visit. All bags and persons entering the venue are subject to search. The Center reserves the right to refuse entrance to any item deemed a potential safety or security risk or with the potential to be a distraction to the event.

SMOKING

The Center does not allow smoking or vaping onsite.

LOST & FOUND

If you have lost an item, please call 231.439.2600 and ask to speak to the Director of Venue Operations.

CONCESSIONS

Concessions will be available an hour before each evening event and during intermission unless otherwise stated in your pre-arrival e-mail.

You can now enjoy your favorite beverage from the comfort of your seat with our brand-new lidded theater cups-now available for just $3 (cost of drink not included). Bring your cup back to future shows and skip the $3 fee! Grab yours at concessions, sit back, and sip in style while enjoying the show.

ACCESSIBILITY

The Center is ADA accessible and is happy to help with special needs you may have during your visit. Please e-mail the Center at info@greatlakescfa.org or call the Box Office at 231.439.2610 to make special requests before the event you are attending. Hearing assistance headsets and ear protection are available to be checked out at the Box Office before an event.

RUNNING LATE?

If you arrive after an event has already started, you will be seated at the appropriate time as instructed by the staff.

CAMERAS & RECORDINGS

Audience photography, recording, or any other form of reproduction of performances may be prohibited based on the event. Recording for the purpose of distribution is always prohibited. Please pay attention to the pre-event information for event-specific guidelines.

AGE RESTRICTIONS

Please use discretion and careful thought when bringing a younger audience member to an event. All of our patrons’ comfort is important, including yours and your young person’s. Everyone, regardless of age, must have a ticket to attend an event unless otherwise noted.

VENUE RENTALS

Our spaces such as the Community Engagement Room, Rooftop Terrace, Donor Lounge, and the Theater, are available for rent for your special occasion. Contact Venue Sales and Ticketing Manager, Ricky Hill at 231.439.2603 or rhill@greatlakescfa.org for more info.

DIGITAL INSERTS

The Center is utilizing digital inserts for events to offer patrons a more interactive, complete, and up-to-date experience. Inserts will remain accessible on the website until the close of the season.

Access

WHERE LUXURY IS ALWAYSCenter Stage

On the shores of Lake Michigan,

the Inn at Bay Harbor invites you into a world of grandeur and reﬁned indulgence. With its serene spa, lakeside golf, and elegantly designed accommodations, every element is masterfully composed.

Steps from the Great Lakes Center for the Arts, it’s more than a place to stay—it’s a perfect ﬁnale to a remarkable night.

Offering Exceptional Strings

Music Education to the Youth of Northern Michigan

Violin, viola, cello, and bass instruction in a classroom setting, through private lessons, and in youth ensembles.

Through classes held in 10 schools across Charlevoix, Emmet, and Antrim counties, students in 4th grade and above have access to a high quality string instrument education at no charge to their families.

Individual lessons and Suzuki Method instruction are also impactful opportunities for children as young as four to learn a stringed instrument in a customized setting.

The Dorothy Gerber Youth Orchestra is an all-star ensemble, combining advanced students in strings, woodwinds, brass and percussion from throughout the region, who perform professionallevel repertoire in concerts and on tour. Made possible through the support of The Cummings Family

An educational program of the Great Lakes Center for the Arts

TEXT TIX CLUB

sUStain thE arts foR all

Arts Education

GENERAL SUPPORT AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Directly support the Center's youth education programs—Next Gen and Dorothy Gerber Strings Program (DGSP)—which serve youth in our community through the arts. Feel empowered knowing you are making a difference in the lives of nearly 8,000 students annually.

Help grow the next generation of patrons and arts leaders with a gift today!

• DGSP is the sole provider of strings education north of Traverse City

• Keep group strings lessons free of charge for those in Antrim, Charlevoix, and Emmet counties

• Help keep impactful STEAM experiences through the arts free and accessible for youth in our region

Center Stage SPONSORSHIPS

Let your contribution take Center Stage. You can help bring exceptional entertainment to our rural community.

As a sponsor you can help the Center:

• Serve as an exciting cultural and social hub

• Keep ticket prices accessible for all

• Foster an appreciation for the arts

Make a Gift

TO THE AREA OF GREATEST NEED

Support in this area impacts any of the efforts listed above as well as:

• Stage and technical equipment

• Affordable space use for local arts organizations

• Community outreach and patron experiences

are determined annually based on

FOUNDERS’ CIRCLE SEASON SPONSOR

$100,000 OR MORE

• Customized benefits package.

• Recognition from Center Stage at a performance or education event.

PRODUCERS’ CIRCLE

$50,000-$99,999

• Exclusive event planned for you and your guests.

• Recognition from Center Stage at a performance or education event.

GREEN ROOM CLUB

$25,000-$49,999

• Invitation for two to the annual VIP All-Access Pass event, an interactive behind-the-scenes experience.

• Recognition from Center Stage at a performance or education event.

• Priority recognition in seasonal programs.

DIRECTORS’ SOCIETY

$10,000-$24,999

• Invitation for two to a Behind the Curtain event.

• Recognition from Center Stage at a performance or education event.

BENEFACTOR

$5,000-$9,999

• Complimentary VIP ticket upgrade with purchase of general tickets for Speaker Series events.

• Access to VIP Concierge Services.

• Purchase of premium theater seats up to 48 hours prior to performance time as available.

PATRON

$2,500-$4,999

• Access for you and your guests to the exclusive Donor Lounge before Center Stage events.

• Premium priority subscription access.

• Host your next event at the Center! 15% off all personal facility rentals.

FRIEND

$500-$2,499

• Priority subscription access.

• Invitation for two to an annual donor appreciation event.

MEMBER UP TO $499

• Updates on events, news, and special offers via e-mail.

• Recognition in program and listing on website.

Annual campaiGn beNefits

Educating through the Performing Arts

Next Gen has served 35,500 students and educators through 136 broad experiences and school matinees that reach many students across the region, as well as intensive opportunities that reach specific student groups. Area youth interact with and learn from world-class artists while cultivating a stronger appreciation for the performing arts and accessing educational opportunities that transcend school walls. Thanks to the generous support of our family of donors and a grant from the State of Michigan, student performances are offered free of charge.

Next Gen supporters sustain important youth programming accessible to students all across Northern Michigan. You can help shape the Next Generation of community leaders, decision-makers, and arts patrons through your giving.

Donations to Next Gen support barrier free, impactful opportunities to educate through the arts in Antrim, Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet, and Otsego counties.

Learn More at

greatlakescfa.org or contact Director of Education and Community Engagement Rachel Sytsma-Reed at 231.439.2604 or rachel@greatlakescfa.org.

Year In Review

Highlights

Introduced 600 students to live performance poetry.

400 students saw their first live ballet.

Launched Stories Told a community collaborative encouraging students to find their voice through literature and the arts.

Collaborated for the first time with: Harbor Springs Festival of the Book, Camp Daggett, Crooked Tree Arts Center, and Northland Library Cooperative.

Events Enjoyed this 2024/25 School Year

• The Mayhem Poets (Artists in Residence)

• SPRighT-Student Playwright Reader's Theater

• Human[kind] Cinema Series: Freedom Writers

• A Christmas Carol

• Doktor Kaboom! The Science of Santa

• Magic School Bus-Lost in the Solar System

• Interlochen Arts Academy's Swan Lake

• Step Afrika!

• The Kennedy Center's Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks

Made possible by generous support from

2025 Gala

Thank you to all our Gala sponsors, ticket holders, and supporters, whose commitment to the Center’s mission made this fundraising event possible!

The Great Lakes Center for the Arts gratefully acknowledges all Gala gifts received by April 12, 2025.

COMPOSER

Daniel and Pamella DeVos

CONDUCTOR

Alan Ginsburg and Mary Kenny

Lin and Herb Henkel

Pamela and David V. Johnson

Bill and Barbara Parfet

Thomas and Joan Sabatino

Nancy and Tim Sparks

Jane Warner and John Hegener

Ambassador Ron Weiser, Barrie Bender, and Sip

MAESTRO

Carole and Bill Cobb

Bill and Marilyn Crawford

Kevin and Kathy Hess

Amy and Paul Heuerman

Richard and Tracy Hirrel

Gib and Sandy Mosher

Kathy Oswald

Richard and Nancy Rae

Robert and Elysa Roskam

Bill and Julie Wentworth

QUARTET

Drs. Louis and Sally Cannon

Diane and James Carr

The Elkind Family

Kathleen Glass Family

Mike and Orlene Hawks

John and Mary Leese, Harvey Lexus of Grand Rapids

Kris and Dana Skogen

David and Robin Small

Tom and Ann Stallkamp

Howard and Laura Willard

DUET

Paul and Kathleen Barletta

Brian and Jeannelle Brady

Tim and Cindy Brammer

Mary Ellen Brophy and Gordon Brunner

Jan and Don DeFosset

Jeff and Cherie Elhart

Fernanda Dau Fisher and Brian T. Fisher

Hilton and Lisa Garner

Marian and Jon Glass

Alicia and Andy Hopping

Dr. Michael and Jane Hourani

Paul Knapp

Kevan and Wynne Lawlor

Owen and Heather Lee

Muffe and Taylor Metcalfe

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Miesel

DUET CONT'D

Linda and Chris Nelson

Nemes Rush Family

Wealth Management

Patricia Henry Poyle and Ralph Ferber

Jim and Cindy Randazzo

Craig and Irene Rogerson

Sunny and John Sapiente

Stephen Schott | CAPTRUST

Steve and Mary Jo Scofes

Jonathan and Autumn Seiler

Rick and Kristin Selvala

Jay and Carol Slavsky

Tymon and Sheri Totte

John and Catherine Van Hulle

Bob and Michele Walker

Kurt and Phoebe Wietzke

Joe and Debbie Wisne

Harold and Bonnie Zeigler

OFFICIAL FLORAL PARTNER

Monarch Garden and Floral Designs

SPECIAL THANKS TO THE 2025 GALA COMMITTEE

Barrie Bender, Amy Heuerman, Jane Hourani, and William Santos

Great Music

Great Lakes for the

Experience live performance broadcasts and original shows curated in northern Michigan, for northern Michigan.

94.7 FM | CLASSICALIPR.ORG

ASK YOUR SMART SPEAKER TO “PLAY CLASSICAL IPR”

sUpporTErs

Thank you to our Annual Campaign Supporters.

Founders’ Circle

Annual gifts of $100,000 and more

Anonymous (2)

The Ayrshire Foundation

Bill and Gigi Clements Foundation

Gay Cummings

Daniel and Pamella DeVos Foundation

PRODUCERS’ CIRCLE

Annual gifts of $50,000–$99,999

Amy Art Gallery + Studio

The Robert Jensen Dau Foundation

Ginsburg Family Foundation

Lin and Herb Henkel

Jane and Dr. Michael Hourani and Family

Bill and Barbara Parfet

GREEN ROOM CLUB

Annual gifts of $25,000–$49,999

Tim and Cindy Brammer

The Cobb Family

Bill and Marilyn Crawford

Fox Motors

Kem and Mary Hawkins

Amy and Paul Heuerman

Patricia and Larry Kaine

Paul Knapp

Kroeger-Mainland Family Fund of the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation

Mansfield Family Foundation

Martin Family Foundation

Richard and Tracy Hirrel

Pamela and David V. Johnson

The Offield Family Foundation

State of Michigan

Craig and Irene Rogerson

Tom and Ann Stallkamp

Joseph and Jamie Ann Thomas on behalf of the Tamer Foundation

Ambassador Ron Weiser, Barrie Bender, and Sip

Todd and Tracy Wenzel

Monarch Garden and Floral Design

Linda and Chris Nelson

Nemes Rush Family Wealth Management

The Oswald and Hulsey Family

Robert and Annette Pocica

Thomas and Joan Sabatino

Kathy and Dennis Schneider

Bill and Karen Schuiling

Nancy and Tim Sparks

Jane Warner and John Hegener

Bill and Julie Wentworth

Christie and Robert Zoba

DIRECTORS’ SOCIETY

ANNUAL GIFTS OF $10,000-$24,999

Jeff and Kathy Abrash

AdvisaCare Home

Health and Hospice

Kathy Babcock

Chris and Cheryl Bachelder

Tom and Sherry Barrat

Jeff and Meg Bennett

Chris and Joan Bowers

Diane and James Carr

Chris and Tami Christensen

David and Teresa Crouse

Matt and Kathleen Davis

Don and Janet DeFosset

Cleves and Kathy Delp

Doug and Maria

DeVos Foundation

Donovan Charitable Fund of Harbor Springs of the Petoskey-Harbor Springs

Area Community Foundation

Jeff and Cherie Elhart

Patricia and Michael Elkind

David T. Fischer Jr.

Doug and Sharon Grimm

Kevin and Kathy Hess

Paul and Melissa Keiswetter

The Lambeth Family

John and Mary Leese, Harvey Lexus of Grand Rapids

Irving and Susan Levy

Carla and Michael Miller

Gib and Sandy Mosher

Art and Jennifer Nash

George and Andrea Peck

Richard and Nancy Rae

Riefler Family Fund of the Indian River Community Foundation

The Riehl Family

Keith and Kristi Stinson

Bob and Michele Walker

Kurt and Phoebe Wietzke

Wisne Charitable Foundation

Harold and Bonnie Zeigler

BENEFACTOR

ANNUAL GIFTS OF $5,000-$9,999

Phyllis Y. and Gregory L. Adams

David and Kay Allan

William and Patricia Anton

Paul and Kathleen Barletta

Brian and Jeannelle Brady

Mary Ellen Brophy and Gordon Brunner

Drs. Louis and Sally Cannon

DTE Energy Foundation

Frey Foundation

Hilton and Lisa Garner

Marian and Jon Glass

Kathleen Glass Family

Robyn and Bryan Greenberg

John and Debra Griswold

Bob and Sharie Grooters

Mike and Orlene Hawks

The Holder Family Foundation Fund of the Petoskey-Harbor Springs

Area Community Foundation

Rick and Connie Iceberg

Istock Family Foundation

John and Kerry Keyser

Bob and Wally Klein

Kim Kolb and Tom Jaenicke

Kevan and Wynne Lawlor

Owen and Heather Lee

Steve and Wendy Lehecka

Frederick & Barbara

Malpass Family Fund of the Charlevoix County Community Foundation

Michael and Christina Manchester

Tim and Kathie Manney

Ann and Bill McCormick

Muffe and Taylor Metcalfe

Michigan Arts and Culture Council

Mr. and Mrs. Ralph E. Miesel

Miller Johnson Attorneys

Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation

Patricia Henry Poyle

Ambassador John and Terry Rakolta Jr

Rick and Kristin Selvala

Robert and Kimberly Sherman

Jay and Carol Slavsky

David and Robin Small

The Marana Webber Tost Charitable Fund of the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation

Tymon and Sheri Totte

Steven and Lisa Trulaske

George and Mary Ann Uznis

John and Catherine Van Hulle

Howard and Laura Willard

Denny and Flo Wojan

PATRON ANNUAL GIFTS OF $2,500-$4,999

Aitken-Ormond Insurance

Bruce and Lissa Barron and Family

Anonymous (2)

Doug and Kris Busch

Scott Cecil

Charlevoix County Community Foundation

Eric and Donna Collins

Peter Cullman

Jack and Geri Daly Foundation

Bill and Linda Demmer

The Desai Family

Gayle and Chip Everest

Fifth Third Bank

Mark and Sally Hall

Jim and Mary Ann Harrington

Curtis Harrison

Art and Betsy Hasse

Linda and Bill Henry

William L. and Elisabeth F. Hicklen

Alicia and Andy Hopping

Zac and Dee Isaac

Cathy Kalahar and David Evrard Charitable Fund of the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation

Matt and Kim Kanny

Parker Keane and Jennifer Lynch

KLK Design

Nancy C. Kohler

Kenneth and Joan MacGillivray

Dr. Mark S. and Darlene M. Medel

Hendrik and Liesel Meijer

Michigan Humanities

Karen C. Miller

Deb and Joe Nachtrab

Perry Nelson and Clare Sullivan

Daniella Ortiz Design Corp.

Jonathan and Sonja Hoel Perkins

Jeffrey and Nancy Porter

Jim and Cindy Randazzo

Jeffrey and Amanda Richard

Dr. Kenneth Rudman and Dr. Leora Bar-Levav

Jim and Stacy Salanty

Sunny and John Sapiente

Ham Schirmer

Stephen Schott | CAPTRUST

David and Beth Scinta

Steve and Mary Jo Scofes

Jonathan and Autumn Seiler

William and Susan Seklar

Stafford and Janice Smith

Arlene and Joe Strawn

Sunset Premier Shuttle

Barbara and Robert P. Sypult

Bob and Kathie von Gruben

Tim and Kristin Weaver

FRIEND

ANNUAL GIFTS OF $500-$2,499

Jerry and Jean Aben

Anonymous

Joanne Arbaugh

Sandra M. and Ronald C. Baldwin Family Trust Fund, The Columbus Foundation

Bev and George Biltz

Edward J. Blake and Karin-Leigh Spicer Fund of the Dayton Foundation Depository, Inc.

Dave and Lori Boor

Erik and Ann Borgen on behalf of the Borgen Family Charitable Fund of the American Endowment Foundation

Laura and Ronald Bostick

Rob and Alyssa Briggs Fund of the Akron Community Foundation

Ronald and Nancy Broquet

Maureen and Brian Burkey

Frank and Sally Campi

Steve and Penny Carlile

Dr. and Mrs. Leonard Charchut

Maggie Charlton

Tom Schraw and Pam Cislo

Citizens National Bank of Cheboygan

Kristin and Sam Clark

Joel and Karen Cohn

Chal and Lloyann Curtis

John and Margo Damoose

Jim and Mary Daniels

Douglas and Amy Dove

Michael and Grace Elta

Suzanne Engle

Gary and Denise Fate

Tony and Debbie Ferguson

David and Heidi Finley

Lawrence Fisher II

Lynda and Jeff Ford

John and Melanie Foster

Chip and Jean Frentz

Stuart and Mary Kaye Goldblatt

Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation

Beth Granger

Patti and Balky Grannis III

Paul and Linda Groen

Katie and Willie Grové

Cheryl Hamilton

Joseph and Jill Hardy

William and Joan Hartwig

John and Sarah Hastings

Bruce and Susan Herard

Bruce and Joyce Herbert

Carol and Larry Holland

Lori Jodar

David and Linda Johnson

James and Karen Johnson

Shelly and John Kacergis

Matthew Kacergis and Katy Tabb

Bill and Gina Keough

Kittleson Family

Don and Jan Klopcic

Charlotte Koger

Greg and Jennifer Kwapis

Doug and Melissa LaBelle Family Foundation

Marsha and John Lanehart

Rich and Kitty Lange

Joe and Tammy Legenza

David and Karen Ligotti Charitable Fund

Lorraine Lund and Randy Seiss

Maibach Family Foundation

Kathleen and Frank Maly

Dr. Robert and Joan Mandell

Tim and Pam Manthei

John R. McFarland

Matt and Katie McLeod

Family Fund of the Charlevoix County Community Foundation

McMurray Charitable Giving

Fund of the Raymond James

Charitable Endowment Fund

Pat and Carolyn McNamara

Kathleen and Robert Muneio

Reiner Neumann

Janice Newsted and Barry Nauroth

The Tom and Ellen Noneman Foundation

Jill O'Neill and JD Talbott

Dave and Carol Passmore

Dr. Robert and Alice Pattengale

Gregg and Lisa Peabody

Michael and Cindy Pettibone

Brittany and Jim Riehl III

Allyn Robinson

Hank and Carol Ross

William and Janet Sarran

Sharon Schappacher

Mr. and Mrs. Peter G. Schiff

James and Kathy Schroeder

Erik Serr

Gary and Colleen Shaw

Bill Shelton

Carrie and Dick Smith

Christian M. Smith

Kerry and Leslie Smith

Bob and Sherry Sprotte

Meg and Jim Sprow

Gale and Anne Stephens

Clifford and Lucia Storr

Beth Mayer Swailes

Thomas and Trina Szott

Louise Taylor

Dean and Karin Teglia

Bob Thornbladh and Tina Pagnucco

Philip and Rachel Thornton

Janet and Phil Trotter

Sissy and Julian Van Winkle III on behalf of the Julian P. Van Winkle, III. Fund at the Community Foundation of Louisville

Brian and Dawn Wagner

Mary Whitlock

John and Sharon Zimmerman

Steve and Deb Zuccarini

MEMBER

ANNUAL GIFTS OF UP TO $499

A13 Photography

Sherle Abramson-Bluhm

Susan Affholter

Steven Alexander

Susan Allen

Barb Allerding

Linda Alyea

Anonymous (3)

Denise and Mark Antonishen

Garrett Muir

Jennifer Asmus

David and Laura Atchison

Maureen Babicz

Jeff and Jill Bacigalupi

Linda Bade

Thea and Harold Baird

Cindy Balliette

Christopher and Becca Baughman

BC Pizza Boyne City

Kristin Beauchamp

Elizabeth Bechaz

Art and Cortney Beck

Harry and Roberta Begley

Matthew Belopavlovich

Jeff and Laura Bennett

Melissa Benzing

Patricia Bierlein and Patrick Sellenraad

Leah and Thomas Biggs

Connie Booth

Nick and Paulajean Bosch

Cody and Cristin Bowling

Boyne Co-op True Value

Kathy Brady

Kayla Briggs

David Brines

Allan Brouillet

Bruce and Barbara Brown

Norma Brown

Sandra Brown

Denny and Shelly Brya

Luanne Bungard

Rhonda Burden

Phyllis and Robert Burkee

Walt and Nancy Byers

Ellen Byrne

John and Mary Lee Campbell

Mike and Pat Carland

Christine and

Russell Carpenter

Timothy Carr

Blair Carter

Kevin and Anne Case

John Hoffland

Brandy Chamberlin

Allegra Chapman

Charlevoix Cinema

Polly Cheney

Michael and Andrea Cherry

Dale and Patty Chiara

Rebekah Choat

William and Sandra Cicciarelli

Mary Jo Clark

Thomas Clem

Mary Clinton

Mike Cogswell

Bill Collins and Deanna Klosinski

Renee Collins

Robert Conger

Eric and Sue Conley

Courtyard by Marriott Petoskey

Linda Couzens

Thomas and Teresa Crandell

Carol Cumbaa

Mary Cummings

Danielle Davis

BillieJo Days

Doug and Brenda Dean

Carol and Matthew DeWys

Karen Diederichs

Adam Diedrich

Erika Dielman

The David E. and Elizabeth

Domann Charitable Fund of The U.S. Charitable Gift Trust

Michael and Karen Donnelly

Jan Doran and Barbara Solomonson

James and Geraldine Dorris

Deanna and James Draze

Walter and Cara Drenth

Johnna Driscoll and Mark Mercer

Richard and Susan Dudzik

Joshua Duffy

Bruce and Nancy Dunn

Gordy and Lynn Engdahl

Rob and Kate Essenberg

George Fabis and Janet McCarthy-Fabis

Marguerite Fernandez

Robert and Patricia Fitzgerald

Felicia Flores

Bill and Mary Foster

Barry and Jean Frankel

Larry Frechette

George and Maiga Friess

Ursula Froehlich

Paul Fugate

Jeremy Gaxiola

Amy Gee

Pamela Gentry

Kay and Fred Geuder

Elizabeth Gibbs

Tina Gilbert

The Giving Block

Joe and Ginger Glass

Don and Beverly Goeman

John Goetzmann

Kathy Golden

Barbara Goldenziel

David Gray

Greater Giving

Great Lakes Chamber

Orchestra

Rex and Carol Greenslade

Paul and Lynn Greve

Beth Guntzviller

Edwin Gustafson

Sean and Stacey Haas

Kathleen Hale

Jon and Kris Hall

Robert and Pat Hemingway Hall

Christine and Thomas Hammond

Jole and Jim Harmon

Manning Harris

Kathleen Hartman

Frank Hawthorne

Carrie and John Hayden

Amy Heindel

Dale Herder

Kenneth Hicks

Benjamin Hills

Alistair and Kim Hirst

Tamara Hoebecke

Sherry Holifield

Bethany Hood

Kathleen Horrocks

Susan and Ed Howbert

Kay Hubbard

Rolla and Kirsten Huff

Rusty and Jennifer Hughes

Michael Hurchick

Grant Hyatt

Janet Ivory

Christie Jacobs

David and Sandra Jakubiak

John O. Jay

Robert J. and ZeZe Jess

Caroline Joaquin

Cindy Johnson-Minkwic

DJ and T Jones

Dutch and Leslie Jones

Hal and Jana Jones

Jennifer Joneson

Donna Kallie

Dot Keevis

Greg Keith

Linda Keiser

Carol J. Keith

Kathleen Kikendall

Jim Kincaid

Elizabeth Blair Fine Pearls

Holly Kleiman

Know Way Out

Marcy Koby

Steven and Barbara Kohler

Kelley Korch

Nancy Koski

Kassia and Jeffrey Kozisek

Judith Kramer

Nicole and Scott LaDeur

Charles and Jocelyn Lapo

Eleanor Latimer

Niko Latkin

Jason Lauer

Holly Lavanway

Debra Law

Dr. Hal and Betsy Lawrence

David and Deborah Ledingham

Phyllis Ledyard

Maureen Delaney-Lehman and John Lehman

Nick Leighton

Francis Liesman II

Brian Livingston

Linda and Roy Longworth

Michael Lowry

James and Gail Lozelle

Ron and Susan Ludgin

Viorel Lupu

Toby Malbec

Mancino's Pizza

Mark and Gwen Manthei

Maple Ridge Iberians

Brian and Laura Mastenbrook

Robert McCririe

Anne L. McDevitt

Chad McDonald

Meredith McIntyre

Meijer - Petoskey

Michael and Kathleen Menkes

Mary Merrill

William Merte

Krystyn Midence

John and Nancy Miett

Dr. V. Jane Millar

Louisa Miller

Marc and Cathy Miller

Nancy Millgard

Donna Misslitz

Mitchell Graphics, Inc.

Amy Moini

Des and Jessica Moore

Jeffrey Moore

Connie Morgan

Dawn Morris

Rob and Vee Mossburg

Susanne Mueller

Scott and Barbara Muhlhauser

Dennis Myers

Richard Nachazel

Chris Nathan

Christine Neych

Gary Nordberg

Northern Lights Recreation

Erin Norton

Randy Obermiller

Maureen Owens

Ted and Lori Pall Charitable Fund of the Petoskey-Harbor Springs Area Community Foundation

Bill and Judy Patberg

Vikki Pearsall

Perry Pentiuk

Ashley Perlmutter

Petoskey Cinema

Carol and Gary Phillips

John Pickering and Susan Luttmann

Pirate's Cove

Pizza Hut Charlevoix

Darryl Pomarzynski

Margaret Potter

Mary Puls

Robert and Sheryl Pursel

Genene Radle

Nicholas and Leisa Ratu

Carol Rearick

Barbara and Glenn Reed

Revolution Bike

Millecent Riccinto

Patrick Richmond

Paul and Claudia Riemer

Giving Fund

Sarah Roche

Todd and Lina Roeser

Ann Ronayne

Jason Roth

Krissy Runion

Dan Rusecki

Josh Russell

Julie and Stephen Ryckman

Tracy Sallah

Robin Sandenburgh

Susan Sandtveit

William Santos and Brian Babbitt

Sarah Schertel

Lisa Scholl

Alan Schomberger

Marcela and Zachary Schomp

Marian Schramm

Carl Schultz

Jessica Searles

Maureen and Dan Shaheen

Bryan and Kendra Shaw

Kim Shenkan

James Shiflett

Susan Shiflett

Daniel Shumway

Natasha Sirrine

Don Slabaugh

Mary Ann and Michael Smith

Michele Smith

Peter and Nancy Smith

Robert and Marie Smith

Dibby and Scott Smith

Francine Sorber

Susan Sorlien

Jean Sprecksell

Lynn Squicciarini

Cheryl Staats and Verle Hansen

Michael Stafford

Shannon St Andrew

David and Linda Steenstra

Jon and Maggie Steffy

Elise and Jim Straus

Gary and Mary Street

Aireauna Stubbs

Sunshine Sailing

The Sytsma-Reed Family

Anthony Szczotka

Bob and Gretchen Tambellini

Laura Tanton

Jeff and Rebecca Tashjian

Don and Eileen Taylor

Tom and Marge Teske

Shawni Thelen

David and Carol Thomas

Todd and Jodi Thompson

Molly Thompson

Karen Thomson

Jill Tibbits

Nick Tompkins

William Twiddy

Kendra Edinger Vamos

Ida VanderPoorte and Brian Murphy

Russell Van Horn

Paul and Maryagnes

Van Klaveren

Alan and Mary Lynn

Veneklasen

Peter and Sarah Vistakos

Steven and Jeanine Voller

RJ Waddell

Christine Wagner

Anne Waisanen

Bridget Waldvogel

Keith and Joyce Wallace

Walmart

Brad Warnecke

Anita Zaleski Weinraub

Ty Wellman

Linda Wenger

Ashley Wheelock

Gwen White-Erickson

Tanya Whitley

Ryan Williams

Patricia Wimmer

Patricia Wise and Glendale Silverwood

Kali and Michael Wojan

Lynn Wolf

Marc and Kathryn Woodward

Patricia and George Yellich

Ellen Zienert

Thank You, patroNS!

This list reflects annual financial and in-kind contributions received between January 1, 2024, and April 11, 2025. Your financial support is essential, and your name is important to us. If your name is incorrect or omitted, please let us know so we may correct our error.

2025 Event Highlights

JUNE 28 ABBA Mania Concert

JULY 5 Jean Twenge, Generations

JULY 7-11 American Experience Week Jefferson Cowie, Historian

JULY 11-12 Ragtime

JULY 15 Molly Fletcher, Dynamic Drive

JULY 19 Postmodern Jukebox Concert

JULY 24-25 Carmen

JULY 31 Temple Grandin, Visual Thinking

AUG 1 Resurrection, A Journey Tribute Concert

AUG 7 Robin Wall Kimmerer, Braiding Sweetgrass Join us for these events and more! For a full event list visit: BayViewAssociation.org

Legacy and eNdoWMent

Legacy Society

Making a gift to the Great Lakes Center for the Arts through your will, trust, or estate plan is a transformational way to help ensure the performing arts thrive in Northern Michigan for generations to come. Your generosity will allow the Center to present world-class artists, provide exceptional experiences, engage area students through impactful arts education, and increase the quality of life for all who call Northern Michigan home.

Cornerstone Society

A generous gift to the Great Lakes Center for the Arts endowment fund is an investment in the future of the performing arts and youth education in Northern Michigan. Your support will enable the Center to sustain its mission to inspire, entertain, educate, and serve all in Northern Michigan yearround by presenting exceptional experiences across the full spectrum of the performing arts and offering impactful educational opportunities.

SUSTAINING THE DREAM FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS

Anonymous

Bill and Gigi Clements Foundation

The Cobb Family

David and Teresa Crouse

Don and Janet DeFosset

CREATING AN IMPACT THROUGH PLANNED GIVING

Donors listed here have made a planned future gift through their will, trust, or estate plan.

GENERAL SUPPORT

David and Kay Allan

Gay Cummings

Matt and Kathleen Davis

Lin and Herb Henkel

Pamela and David V. Johnson

DOROTHY GERBER STRINGS PROGRAM

Gay Cummings

Daniel and Pamella DeVos Foundation

Charles R. Eisendrath

Patricia and Michael Elkind

Marian and Jon Glass

Kem and Mary Hawkins

Lin and Herb Henkel

Amy and Paul Heuerman

Richard and Tracy Hirrel

Jane and Dr. Michael Hourani and Family

Pamela and David V. Johnson

Matthew Kacergis and Katy Tabb

Patricia and Larry Kaine

Paul Knapp

Kassia and Jeffrey Kozisek

The Mansfield Family Foundation

Muffe and Taylor Metcalfe

Gib and Sandy Mosher

Linda and Chris Nelson

The Offield Family Foundation

The Oswald and Hulsey Family

Bill and Barbara Parfet

Petoskey Plastics

Robert and Annette Pocica

Craig and Irene Rogerson

Elysa and Bob Roskam

Thomas and Joan Sabatino

Paul and Dianne Saber

Christian M. Smith

Tom and Ann Stallkamp

Dean and Karin Teglia

Joseph and Jamie Ann

Thomas on behalf of the Tamer Foundation

Bob and Michele Walker

Jane Warner and John Hegener

Ambassador Ron Weiser, Barrie Bender, and Sip

Bill and Julie Wentworth

Todd and Tracy Wenzel

Harold and Bonnie Zeigler

Christie and Robert Zoba

This list reflects gifts and pledges received through May 6, 2025.

GreatLakesCFA.org

Media Partners

Interested in seeing your logo among those above and becoming a media partner with the Center?

Contact Alexandra Myers, Marketing Director at amyers@greatlakescfa.org or call 231.439.2611 to open the conversation.

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We are a seasonal non-denominational Christian church and we meet at the Great Lakes Center for the Arts at 10:30am every Sunday morning from May 25 to August 31.

Our purpose is to gather the local community to praise and worship God, pray for one another, grow in our knowledge of the Bible, and be encouraged in our walk with Christ.

2025 Guest Pastor Schedule

May 25

Doug Long

June 1 Je Totten

June 8

June 15

Lee Strobel

Jon Brown

June 22 Je Manion

June 29

July 6

July 13