We Remember

Phyllis Santucci

Mike Schath

Fred Schwartz

Carol Seager

Dr. Sanjay & Neela Shah

Mary C. Shea

Cara Simpson

Louise Sisley

Kathryn D. Smith & Linda S. Moulton

Paul & Rosemary Smith

Roxanne & Nicholas Smyrnios

Colleen Spelman

Jay & Nancy Spitulnik

Karen Steiger

Joseph N. Stiso

Alan & Nina Stoll

Katherine Stroud

Mary A. Sullivan *

Ronald & Barbara Sullivan

Nancy & Janina Swiacki

James & Paula Tashjian

Ngoc Tedeschi

Barbara Thompson

Robin Tucker

Susan Upham

Judith Uthoff

Virginia Vaughan

Anthony Vaver *

Dolly Vazquez

Bob & Holly Ventura

Alec Walker

Arlene Wattu

James & Tracy V. Wells

Ruth Wentzell

Jane Woolsey

Karen Yeowell

*Sustaining Donor

List represents donations made between July 1, 2021 and June 30, 2022.

During the past year, the theatre lost six very special people. We are grateful for their friendship and honored to celebrate the ways in which they touched our lives.

Brian Barlow was a dear friend and invaluable partner to the theatre and cultural community. Brian began his career in broadcasting as a jazz announcer at WICN, Worcester’s NPR affiliate. But he made his mark when he became general manager of the station and led WICN to become a major jazz concert producer. He collaborated with us to produce the Jazz at Sunset and many other concerts. We are truly grateful for his talent and partnership, but also his philanthropy. Brian and his wife, Janet, have been committed patrons and leadership donors since THT opened. Brian will be remembered for his musical contributions to our community, as well as his infectious love for life.

Rosalie Grenon, a long-time Franklin Square Society member and committed supporter of the theatre, had a love for music and performing arts and was delighted to attend shows at the theatre with her husband, David, and close family members. Rosalie’s beautiful smile and warm personality would light up the room and will be greatly missed.

Frances Jacobson, a founding member and leadership donor, was a devoted educator and a champion for arts education. She and her husband, Howard, attended many special events and performances since the theatre’s inception and were committed supporters of the theatre, believing in its impact on Worcester’s cultural and economic rebirth. Frances’ kind and gentle ways will be fondly remembered.

Chris Marrion, THT’s first vice president of advancement, became a valued member of the theatre family in the brief time he was with our organization. His professional fundraising experience and his deep commitment to the performing arts served the theatre well. Chris left lasting contributions to the theatre’s philanthropic efforts, and his wit and engaging sense of humor will be long remembered.

Jean McDonough was one of the true heroes of Worcester. Her appreciation of, and ability to support our organization, changed THT forever. Her legacy lives on at the JMAC, through her foundational gifts to the city’s cultural community, and especially in her family, who are also civic-minded and philanthropic. Her decades of support, generosity and dedication have been invaluable in Worcester’s journey toward becoming a truly creative city. Her impact on our organization continues to inspire our work and we are eternally grateful.

Ray Trifone was a devoted member of THT family. He began his relationship with the theatre in its inaugural season as a volunteer usher in 2008. He later became the founding maître d’ of the Franklin Square Salon where his passion for customer service brought a level of specialness to the Franklin Square Society experience. He set the standard with his warmth and grace. Ray’s green thumb provided much beauty to the plaza and made all theatre plants under his care flourish. His generous support of the Access to the Arts Fund provided for young budding artists, his top philanthropic priority. Ray gave selflessly of his time and cared deeply about the theatre’s impact on our community. We will long cherish the beautiful memories we have of our colleague and friend, Ray Trifone.