DEAR FRIENDS Welcome
Thank you for choosing to see a performance at Playhouse Square. We encourage you take in the historic beauty of our theaters and the bright lights of Euclid Avenue while you’re here. Our staff and RedCoat volunteers are ready to make your visit as memorable and enjoyable as possible.
Playhouse Square was saved by the community for the community, and we are proud to be the stewards of the legacy left to us by previous generations — now one of Cleveland’s brightest cultural gems. Our not-for-profit mission charges us to go beyond simply maintaining these incredible venues.
Every day we work to present a diverse offering of quality performances — Broadway, concerts, comedy, dance, film, family shows and more. We support arts education through a variety of programs that take place in the classroom, online and here at Playhouse Square. We lead a vibrant downtown destination that generates an annual economic impact exceeding $359 million for the region. Equally important are your experience and the memories you take with you.
Now, settle into your seat, leave the world outside for a little while and let yourself become absorbed in the magic of the story on stage before you. We look forward to welcoming you back to Playhouse Square again soon and invite you to consider joining our community of season tickets holders for the 2025–26 KeyBank Broadway Series. If you are already a season ticket holder, we thank you and hope you are as excited for next season as we are!
With best wishes,
Craig Hassall AM President & CEO
Brent Ballard Chair, Board of Trustees
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SPOTLIGHT ON News
AND THE WINNERS ARE …
The best of Broadway was honored on June 8, as the 78th Annual Tony Awards were held at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Maybe Happy Ending, a heartwarming new musical about two outdated helper robots who forge an unexpected connection, took home six awards total, including Best Actor in a Musical (Darren Criss), Best Direction of a Musical (Michael Arden) and the coveted award for Best Musical. The award for Best Play went to Branden Jacob-Jenkin’s Purpose, a drama about a prominent Black American family. Kara Young took home the Tony for Best Featured Actress in a Play, making her the first Black performer in history to win two consecutive awards in that category. And Nicole Scherzinger won for Best Leading Actress in a Musical for her role as Norma Desmond in the revival of Sunset Boulevard, which also took home the Tony for Best Revival of a Musical. Other notable awards include Sarah Snook for Best Leading Actress in a Play (The Picture of Dorian Gray), Jak Malone for Best Featured Actor in a Musical (Operation Mincemeat), Francis Jue for Best Featured Actor in a Play (Yellow Face), Natalie Venetia Belcon for Best Featured Actress in a Musical (Buena Vista Social Club) and Cole Escola, the first non-binary actor to win Best Leading Actor in a Play (Oh, Mary!), highlighting a season of diverse and impactful storytelling. Akron native and Hamilton costume designer Paul Tazewell also claimed his second Tony Award for Best Costumes (Death Becomes Her), only months after earning an Oscar for the movie adaptation of Wicked. What a night!
ROMY & MICHELE ARE HEADED OFF-BROADWAY
Post-it notes are about to make a conversational comeback, as the musical adaptation of the 1997 cult classic movie Romy & Michele’s High School Reunion hits the boards at Off-Broadway theater Stage 42 this fall. Titled Romy & Michele: The Musical, the story follows two best friends as they re-invent themselves for their 10-year high school reunion, complete with spectacular fake careers intended to impress the classmates that once bullied them. The movie starred Mira Sorvino and Lisa Kudrow and featured a screenplay by Robin Schiff, who returns as book writer for the musical. Cast and additional creative team members for Romy & Michele: The Musical will be announced closer to the October opening.
HARRY POTTER FILM STAR TAKES ON BROADWAY ROLE
Tom Felton, who played Harry Potter’s arch-nemesis Draco Malfoy in all eight Harry Potter films, has extended his upcoming engagement in Broadway’s Harry Potter and the Cursed Child from 19 weeks to 25 weeks, with performances Nov. 11–May 10. Felton reprises his role as Draco, now as an adult, who, along with Harry, Ron, and Hermione, are sending their own children off to Hogwarts. This marks the first time an original “Harry Potter” movie cast member has joined the stage play and is Felton’s Broadway debut.
SPOTLIGHT ON
The District
SOMETHING GOOD IN THE PLAYHOUSE SQUARE DISTRICT
Guests to the Playhouse Square District can enjoy a new dining venue, Something Good Social Kitchen. Co-founded by Random Acts of Kindness Everywhere creator Ricky Smith, the restaurant is open in the kiosk on Playhouse Square Plaza with a menu featuring burgers, hot dogs and fries. And the best part? Every meal purchased helps to feed someone in need or someone deserving. The addition of Something Good Social Kitchen is a part of Playhouse Square’s “Beyond the Stage” initiative, which is designed to enhance the experience of theatergoers and provide a welcoming environment for downtown workers, residents and visitors.
TOUR PLAYHOUSE SQUARE’S PERFORMANCE SPACES
Playhouse Square’s public tours presented by Medical Mutual are open for registration on select Saturdays from September through December 2025. On these free, 90-minute tours, guests can learn about our theater district with our RedCoat volunteers as their guides. Tours of each theater, as well as backstage access, will depend on availability. Registration is required, and attendees on the September, October, November and December tour dates will all receive a free tote bag courtesy of Medical Mutual. For additional details or to register for an upcoming tour, please visit playhousesquare.org/tours.
SHARE YOUR LOVE FOR PLAYHOUSE SQUARE
Ohio residents can show their passion for Playhouse Square as they hit the road with the new Playhouse Square organizational license plate. All Ohio motorists are eligible to purchase the specialty license plate which features the Playhouse Square burgundy logo. For more information and pricing, please visit bmv.ohio.gov or your local BMV Deputy Registrar License Agency. A portion of the proceeds from these license plates go back to Playhouse Square.
SPOTLIGHT ON Partners
Partners is the official young professionals’ group at Playhouse Square, cultivating a vibrant community of emerging leaders who celebrate the arts and dedicate their talents to the organization. Partners provides opportunities for young professionals to build their leadership skills and grow their personal and professional network. They are invited to join a committee, take an active role in the planning of Jump Back Ball, attend unique social opportunities, volunteer at Playhouse Square events and more. A leadership Board is offered to those interested in furthering their involvement.
Announcing
Vice Co-Chairs:
At-Large Board:
Marissa Alfano
Joshua Berggrun
Justine Buzalka
John Durbin
Brandon
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Officers
Chair
TRUSTEES Playhouse Square
Brent D. Ballard*
President & CEO
Craig Hassall AM*
Vice Chair, Brand & Marketing
Andrea Hogben*
Vice Chair, Engagement
Rick Buoncore*
Vice Chair, Education
Bob Helmer*
Vice Chair, Finance
Mark D. Ross*
Vice Chair, Governance & Nominating
Amy G. Brady*
Vice Chair, Government Affairs
Paul J. Dolan*
Vice Chair, Real Estate Development
Bill Cosgrove*
Secretary/Treasurer
Heather Lennox*
Terry Adelman
Thomas W. Adler*
Himanshu Amin
Steven M. Auvil
Ken Babby
Michael Baston
Teresa Metcalf Beasley
Gina Beredo
Jodi Berg
Laura Bloomberg
Jim Boland
Paul Carleton
Scott Chaikin*
John G. Chapman, Sr.*
James Graham
Lawrence H. Hatch
J. David Heller
Jason Hillman
David Jacobs*
Louis G. Joseph
Patrice (Patsy) Kouvas
Edward J. Largent
Todd Leombruno
Joe Matuszewski
Heath Monesmith
Beth Mooney
Jon H. Outcalt*
Patrick M. Pastore
James A. Ratner*
Luci Schey
William R. Seelbach
David B. Sewell
Doug Spiker
Sara Ellen Stashower
Duncan Stuart
J.D. Sullivan, Jr.
Alex Szilvas
Kurt C. Treu
Leila L. Vespoli
Tracy Vigh
Molly Walsh
Neil C. Weinberger
Denise G. Wells
Debra A. Wert
Trustee for Life
Warren Anderson
Oliver C. Henkel, Jr.
William B. Lawrence
James R. Pender
K.K. Sullivan
Lawrence J. Wilker
National Trustee
Thomas C. Stevens
Chairs Emeritus
Oliver C. Henkel, Jr.
John F. Lewis‡
Julien L. McCall‡
Forrest D. Hayes‡
Glenn R. Brown‡
Jon H. Outcalt
Henry F. Eaton‡
K.K. Sullivan
Thomas W. Adler
Thomas C. Stevens
David S. Goodman
James Ratner
Amy G. Brady
*Executive Committee ‡Deceased as of 7/1/25
To be a leader in placemaking, the advancement of arts education, and the presentation and production of performing arts experiences.
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GIVING BACK to Playhouse Square
Playhouse Square is a community-based notfor-profit organization which depends upon philanthropic support from individuals, foundations, and corporations. More than $7 million dollars must be raised annually to help Playhouse Square meet its mission of operating and maintaining the historic theaters, expanding arts education outreach, and investing in the community through area development. The following are charitable opportunities which support Playhouse Square:
Donor Circle
The Donor Circle is a program for individuals who support Playhouse Square with an annual gift of $50 or more. Donor Circle donors are offered perks and benefits to enhance their experience at Playhouse Square. At select giving levels, donors are offered perks such as pre-sales, donor reserved seating for select performances, access to the RJF Presidents’ Club and lower-level access in the Playhouse Square Garage. Companies can also contribute via the Corporate Donor Circle program. This program offers similar benefits as listed above, but provides enhancements to meet the needs of companies wanting to increase their visibility in the community and strengthen business relationships. Individual Giving Contact: Mary Winchester, 216-640-8412, playhousesquare.org/ donorcircle. Corporate Giving Contact: Sarah Stengel, 216-640-8408, playhousesquare.org/ corporatedonorcircle
Leading Ladies
In the spirit of fun and celebration, Leading Ladies is designed to engage women by providing the opportunity to connect with each other through a shared passion for Playhouse Square and its not-for-profit mission. Members are invited to four exclusive events throughout the year, such as pre-show cocktail receptions, special guest speaker luncheons, and behind-the-scenes experiences. An annual membership is $250. Contact: Leanne Dewyer, 216-640-8411
Foundation Support
Corporate, community and family foundations and government agencies like the Ohio Arts Council and Cuyahoga County Arts and Culture provide Playhouse Square with annual operating support and funding for education programs. Contact: Cheryl Helden, 216-640-8406
Partners
2025-26 Partners Co-Chairs: Jeremiah Guappone & Maria O’Neill Partners is the official young professionals group of Playhouse Square, providing those in their 20s and 30s with opportunities to meet new people, volunteer their time, improve their leadership skills and attend fun events. At select giving levels, donors also have access to ticketing benefits, including pre-sales and donor reserved seating. Young professionals can join partners for as little as $60 per year. Contact: Katie Remark, 216-6408721, playhousesquare.org/partners.
OUT
OUT at Playhouse Square brings together LGBTQ+ individuals and allies, creating a vibrant community united by a shared love of the performing arts. This exclusive group offers unique opportunities to connect, celebrate and immerse in the magic of live theater, while supporting Playhouse Square’s efforts to enrich the cultural landscape. With a curated calendar of special events, OUT members can enjoy enriching experiences that foster a strong sense of belonging, deepen their passion for the arts and contribute to the continued success of Playhouse Square. Contact: 216-238-4910; out@playhousesquare.org
Endowment and Planned Giving
Share your love for Playhouse Square when you plan for the future. Individuals and families that have declared their intention to include Playhouse Square in their estate plans, whether by will, trust or life income arrangement, are recognized through Legacy Circle. No minimum is required to participate. Requests for anonymity are respected. Contact: Leanne Dewyer, 216-640-8411
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS PREMIER LEVEL
DIAMOND LEVEL
DAVID & BRENDA JACOBS
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ANN & STEVEN PIGONI
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EMERALD LEVEL
JAMES & SUSAN RATNER LEILA & TONY VESPOLI
PLATINUM LEVEL
KAREN & KENNETH CONLEY
CORRINE L. DODERO FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS & SCIENCES
KATHRYN & DUNCAN STUART
GOLD LEVEL
SHELDON & TERRY ADELMAN
WARREN E. ANDERSON
THE BREWER-GARRETT COMPANY
DOLLAR BANK
ERNST & YOUNG
MICHAEL FRANK
MEREDITH & JASON HILLMAN
SILVER LEVEL
BILL & JOYCE LITZLER
SMURFIT WESTROCK
K.K. & JOE SULLIVAN
KURT TREU
UNION HOME MORTGAGE
JAMES & DEBRA WERT
ACCENTURE
LAURA & JON BLOOMBERG
MR. & MRS. ROBERT J. DALRYMPLE
DLR GROUP GLENMEDE
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DESIGN SPONSOR
JONES DAY
MR. DOUGLAS MARTIN
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Playhouse Square Donor Recognition
With sincere gratitude, we recognize the following individuals, organizations, and foundations who have provided generous support at the Gold Founder level or higher to Playhouse Square through an annual gift. Listing current as of 6/26/25.
Individuals & Foundations
President
($50,000 and higher)
Patricia & John Chapman
Cuyahoga Arts & Culture
Dennis & Judy Engel
Charitable Fund
Kulas Foundation
John P. Murphy Foundation
Ohio Arts Council
The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation - Bruce & Ellen Mavec
Director
($25,000-$49,999)
Sheldon & Terry Adelman
Joanie & Tom Adler
The Buoncore Family
George W. Codrington
Charitable Foundation
Paula & Bill Cosgrove
Corinne L. Dodero Foundation for the Arts & Sciences Educational Foundation of America
Michael Frank & Patricia Snyder‡
David & Robin Gunning
Dave & Brenda Jacobs
Martha Holden Jennings Foundation
Junior League of Cleveland’s Children’s Theatre Endowment Fund
Todd & Jen Leombruno
Jane & Jon Outcalt
Kathy & Jim Pender and the Michael Pender Fund
James & Susan Ratner
Mark & Shelly Saltzman
The Ralph & Lucille Schey Foundation
Kevin & Kristen Stein
AJ & Nancy Stokes
The Veale Foundation
Producer
($15,000-$24,999)
The Abington Foundation
Himanshu & Leslie Amin
The Warren Anderson Family
Gina & Cip Beredo
Jenny & Glenn‡ Brown
Dr. John F. Burke, Jr. & Judge Nancy Fuerst
Community Fund Ohio
Jim & Mary Conway
Natalie & Paul Cooper
The Dalrymple Family
Lou, Ann, & Damon Frangos
Connie Frankino
James Graham & David Dusek
Rochelle & Harley Gross
Donald & Nancy‡ Hansen
Hodgson Family Foundation
Paul & Jody Kiebler
Patrice Kouvas
William B. & Mary Margaret
Lawrence
Bill & Joyce Litzler
John & Mary Ann Mastrantoni
Dennis & Tammy Matecun
Jim & Amy Merlino
Karen & Dan Moon
Beth E. Mooney
James A. Nelson Fund for Theatre in Cleveland
The Perkins Charitable Foundation
Ann & Steven Pigoni
James & Julie Pooler
Kimberley & David Sewell
Douglas & Stephenie Spiker
Tom & Chris Stevens
Kathryn & Duncan Stuart
Kurt Conrad Treu
Tony & Leila Vespoli
Mrs. Karen Walburn
Aaron & Whitney Weisenberg
Denise G. & Norman E.
Wells, Jr.
Thomas H. White Foundation
Platinum Founder
($10,000-$14,999)
Anonymous (1)
Steven & Elise Auvil
Ken & Liz Babby
Brent & Ann Ballard
Dr. Michael & Mrs. Tasha
Baston
Teresa Metcalf Beasley
Faris Beeler Family
Fred & Mary Behm
Jodi Berg
Laura & Jon Bloomberg
Jim & Mallie Boland
Amy & Stan Brady
Darlene Brown
Eva L. & Joseph M. Bruening Foundation
Paul & Sherry Carleton
Scott Chaikin &
Mary Beth Cooper
Rick & Sheila Chiricosta
David & Jacqeuline Clark
Kenneth, Karen & Zoe Conley
Christopher & Sara Connor
David Coury & Shelly Grisik
Ann & Terry Coyne Family Foundation
Donald J. & Mary Jo Dailey
The Dolan Family
Robert A. & Joan P. Ellis
Irving & Gloria Fine Foundation
The Char & Chuck Fowler
Family Foundation
M.C. Fraser & James J. Rowell
Freeman Foundation
Jane Gase
Patricia A. Gaul
Thomas & Jan Hablitzel
Marsha Ann Harrison
Craig Hassall AM
Linda & Lawrence Hatch**
J. David & Becky Heller
Bob & Linda Helmer
Helpful Bulldogge Fund
Jason & Meredith Hillman
Andrea Hogben
Richard Horvitz & Erica Hartman Horvitz
George M. & Pamela S. Humphrey Fund
Bruce & Donna Jackson
Jean & Walter Kalberer Foundation
Nathan & Katie Kelly
Mr. & Mrs. Michael A. Keresman
Joe & Calli Kohmann
Loretta Krejci
Rich & Stacey Kyle
Lakeside Foundation
Edward & Jacque Largent
Ronald Ledin
Heather Lennox & Douglas Krause
Edith Lerner
The Lozick Foundation
David Maltz
Vandy L. Mathews
Joe & Nathan Matuszewski
Douglas & Charlotte‡ McGregor
Heath & Kimberly Monesmith
Mr. & Mrs. Charles J. Nock
Susan & John Onysko
Edda & Terry Owen
Pat & Julie Pastore
Louis B. & Joan M. Perry
Family Foundation
Michael & Melanie Petras
Esther & Hyman Rapport
Philanthropic Trust
Risser Family Foundation
Ken & Amy Rogat
Carol & Walt Rosebrough
Mark D. Ross
Norman & Elisabeth Ryan
John & Ann Scanniello
William & Nancy Seelbach
Agnes Sojka
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen‡ H. Spaeth
Lauren & Steve Spilman
Pat & Alan Spitzer
K.K. & Joe Sullivan
Daniel & Mary Jo Sustar
Jason Sustar*
Alex Szilvas & Dr. Laurie Sadler
Tracy & Nicole Vigh**
Daniel & Molly Walsh
Neil C. Weinberger**
Debbie & Jim Wert
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Wilson
William Winans
The Wright Foundation
The Zaim Family
Sustaining Founder ($6,000-$9,999)
Anonymous (5)
Laura & David Adante
Ames Family Foundation
John & Diane Andrica
Dr. & Mrs. Mark Angel
The Ruth & Elmer Babin Foundation
Chris & Karen Bailo
Daniel & Deborah Bandi
Greg & Jenny Barrett
Michael Baruschke & Denise C. Huck**
Amy Benedict
The Bicknell Fund
Ken Birch & Trina Evans
Marilyn & Larry Blaustein
Gayle & Larry Boron
Heather & Steve Bossin
Akram & Suzanne Boutros
Elena Brown
Anne Burr
Vincent C. Campanella
Chris Caputo
David & Jennifer Carter
Maria Cashy
Ella, Alyssa & Cheryl Cervar**
Jared & Linda Chaney
Christopher & Beth Chizmar
Bill & Cathy Christopher
Alex & Kelly Clarke
Mr. & Mrs. Robert T. Clutterbuck
Laura & Ron Coill
Mr. & Mrs.‡ William E.
Conway
Christopher & Ludy Cook
Dan & Darlene Crudele
Scott & Judi Dalton
Marisa Darden
Lori & Mark Davis
Sheila Delzani
Daniel & Bridget DeMonica
Dana & Sherry Dennis
Veronica & Jesse Dickerson
Jason & Jennifer Drasner
Rebecca Dunn
Paul & Teri Eberl
Beverly & Stuart Eisner
Dr. & Mrs. Brad Evans
Mike & Geri Evans
Art & Maryann Falco
Joseph Farkas
Mr. Michael & Dr. Elizabeth Ferguson
Joseph Ferritto
Beverly Fittipaldo
Flauto Family Foundation
Barbara & Howard Fleischmann
The Fortney Family Foundation
The Harry K. & Emma R. Fox
Charitable Foundation
Tim & Cindy Friedmann
Barbara & Fred Fruscella
Mrs. Barbara Galvin
joan m. gelb
Heidi M. & Manuel P. Glynias
Nancy & James Goldsmith
David & Julie Greene
Gries Family Foundation
James Griffiths
Jerry & Rose Grisko
Mr. & Mrs. James B. Griswold
Greg Haas
Kathleen E. Hancock
The Hankins Foundation
Sondra & Steve Hardis
Mary & Gordon Harnett
Daniel Harrington
Beth & Geoff Hauck
Matt & JoAnne Hayward
David & Lynn Heiman
Mrs. Lynn Heisler
Robert Herak
Mr. & Mrs. James & Christine
Herrick
Mary Herrick
Jean & Richard Hipple
Michael & Jane Horvitz
Valerie A. Hughes
Bruce & Debbie Jarosz
Margy Judd**
Elizabeth Jukic
Aaron & Mara Kamat
Mr. & Mrs. Melvin Kamins
Judith S. Kamm
Andrew & Katherine Kartalis
Josh & Nicky Kaufman
Kaulig Foundation
Pam & Steve Keefe
Danny Kelly
Leonard Kichler & Debbie Garson
Steven Kimmelman
Ann & Barry Klein
Howard & Susan Knicely
Edward & Julia Knotek
Jeffrey C. Knox & Lora Lewis
Alex I.‡ & Donna M. Koler
The Koppelman-GoldsteinRobbins Family
Angela & Christopher Kovacs
Terry Kovel
Janet L. Kramer
Charles & Carleen Kruger
Tom & Kristi Kuhnle
Jeanne & Duane Kurapka
Tony & Maria Landl
Paul Lang & Stephanie Wolfe
Steffen & Paige Lauster
Dan & Lisa Lebovitz
Leiken Family Foundation
Dean & Lynda Leonakis
Cathy & John‡ Lewis
David & Carolyn Lincoln
Paul Lincoln & Kathy Toderick
Joseph & Kim Little
Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Litzler
David Logsdon
Mark & Shannon London
Kenneth & Anne Love
Jay & Lanee Lucarelli
Karen & Antonio Marallo
Randall & Katy Marcus
Marcia & Andrew Margolius
Aaron & Stacy Marinelli
Michael & Marietta Marquart
Joseph & Joyce Marquette
Halle & Greg Martin
Bob & Jill Mayer
Reese & Nora Mayer
Ruth & Doug Mayers
Harry & Debbie McDonald Family
Dan & Amy McKenna
Beth & Scott McMillen
Megan Lum Mehalko
Michener/Reed Family
Laura Milgram
Mr. & Mrs. Jared Miller
Aaron Millikin & Anastasia Ryckman
Drs. Jeffrey & Kimberly
Monteith
Barbara & Gerhard Moskal
The Murch Foundation
Ronna Murray
Robert Myers
Steven & Kimberly Myers
Larrie & Amy Nadler
David & Ellen Nager
Deborah L. Neale
Steele Nowlin & Christine Jayjack
Bob & Ann O’Brien
Alexander & Jennifer Ogan
The O’Neill Brothers Foundation
William J. & Katherine T. O’Neill
Jon & Robin Outcalt
Katie & Ken Outcalt
Mr. & Mrs. Leonard W. Pagon
John & Terri Parker
Dr. Lydia Parker
Dr. Stephan Parker
Scott & Judy Pendergast
The Pendergrass Family
Doug Perkowski
Marianne Piterans
Dr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Ponsky
Susan & Robert Price
Charles & Ilana Horowitz
Ratner
Sallie Reider
Jim & Tina Renacci
Neal Restivo
Sean & Lisa Richardson
Linda Rion-Waldock
James Robinson
John & Honey Lee Rodgers
Mr. Alan & Mrs. Barbara D. Rosskamm
Dr. & Mrs. Fred Rothstein
Chuck & Kathy Rotuno
Drs. Edward & Teresa Ruch
Anita Scanlon
Nancy & Joe Scarpitti
Rinette Scarso Straffen
Rick & Cheryl Schmitz
Sally & John Schulze
Marcy & Dennis Schwartz
Tara Scott
Richard J. Sedmak
Walter & Joyce Senney
Elisabeth & Bradley Sherman
Dr. Daniel Simon &
Dr. Marcy Schwartz
Don & Cathy Sinko
Anthony & Francesca
Siracusa
Jim Skulina & Tamara
Tomasello-Skulina
Howard & Debi Slater
Rick & Becky Smith
Jill Soltau & Keith Cullen
William Sopko Family
Jack & Terry Southworth
Chad & Molly Sperling
Holly & Larry Stephens
Bob & Robyn Stewart
Michelle & Mike Stewart
J.D. & Catherine Sullivan**
Pam & Bill Summers
Raymond Sussel &
Regina Olbinsky
Roma & Joe Sweeney
James & Charlene Szaller
Robert & Carol Taller
The Tapper Charitable Foundation
Rachel Tasler &
Samantha Grace
Eca & Rick Taylor
Rick & Sheri Terens**
Kevin Theiss
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph H. Thomas
Mrs. Lori Trehan
Curtis & Marisa Tuggle
Kathleen & Craig Urmston
Willem & Sherry Van Der Wal
Karen S. Verderber
Gina M. Vernaci &
William D. Hilyard
Dennis & Jennifer Vidic
Robert & Jennifer Voelker
David & Charlotte Waddell
Jon, Tanya, & Grace Wagner
Richard & Tina Weinberg
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Weiner**
Bill & Gia Weisberg
Lisa & Jeffrey Weiss
The Wesley Family Foundation
Richard & Karen Wiley
Eileen & Jim Wilkoff
Harold L. and Patricia D. Williams Charitable Fund
James S. Wolf Family Trust
Theodora Wolf**
David & Karen Yankovitz
Janice M. Young
Dr. Dawn Zacharias
Roger & Renee Zona
Brian & Lori Zrimsek
Gold Founder ($3,500-$5,999)
Anonymous (20)
Karen Abbott
Myles & Karen Abbott
Beth & Rick Adams
Howard Adelman & Ira Greenberg
Mark & Nancy Aeder
Terry Ahern Giving Fund
Frederic & Michelle Ahlgren
Donald & Michelle Albainy
Peter & Susan Albert
Mindy & Gary Aleman
Abby & Victor Alexander
Karen Alexander
Tony & Becky Alexander
Kristen & Matt Alloway
Jim, Kammie, & Rory Althans
Jennifer Altstadt & Elisabeth Peterson
F. Amato‡ & P.J. Nagoda
Nicola Ammons
Mr. & Mrs. Todd Amsdell
Daniel & Lisa Anderson
Karen Andrachik
Andrews Family Foundation
Susan Anhold & Jon Anhold
The Antonetti Family
Scott & Jackie Arbogast
John & Sharyn Arrowsmith
Gerard & Marcie Artl
Christi & Dominic‡ Audino
Ross & Yasmeen Augustino
Mr. & Mrs. James Aussem
Phil Axelrod
Jeffrey Babbush & Jodi Mack
Cindy Babitt
Ed & Jen Backos
The Bagnoli Family
Chad & Tracie Bailey
Dr. Charles M. Bailin & Ms. Linda Myers
Mr. & Mrs. David & Kimberly
Baioni
Wendy & Paul Balodis
Keith Balski
Kelly & Doug Banks
Ms. Carol Barnak
Elaine Barnard
Sam & Rachel Barnes
Brian & Kristin Barren
Craig & Michele Bashein
Richard & Amy Bashein
Leslie Basista
Debbie Moss Batt
Tammy Battler**
Mr. & Mrs. Luke Baum
Renee & Eric Beaver
Richard Bedell &
Elizabeth Grove
Paul & Laleh Bedocs
Dr. & Mrs. Mark Belisle
Barbara C. Belkin
Susan & John Benedejcic
Robert Andrew & Nancy Dean
Benko
George & Courtney Benson
John & Mary Beth
Bergenstein
Tom & Mary Berges
Grant & Melissa Berlin
Tom & Joy Berlin
Margo & Tom Bertin
Helen Beshara
Angel Betancourt
Joseph Beutler
Mr. Vimal & Dr. Kelly Bhatnagar
Biel-Goebel Family
Foundation
Alex & Evelyn Biggie
Mr. & Mrs. Bilbrey
Shannon Birch
Marissa Black & James Kerr*
Warren Blazy, III
The Block Party
Marcia Blum & Dale Perram
Nicole & Sam Bluso
Robert Boas
Art & Kim Boehm
Gregory & Nancy Boehm
Michael & Carlotta Boeschenstein
Charles & Julia Bolton
Debbi Boncha
Dr. Elise Bonder & Dr. Bryan Bonder
Ronald Borsenik
Sheila & Ken Bossin
Laura & Dennis Bower
Katie & Mark Boylan
Carl & Mandy Boyles
Robby Breetz &
Hannah Caldwell
Breznai Family
Nancy Bridgman
Mary S. & James R. Bright
Nicholas Brill*
Michelle & Gary Brockett
Raymal Brooks-Stone
Leslie S. Brown
Bryan & Laura Buck
Scott & Mona Buehler
Anthea & Matt Burke**
Brian & Cynthia Burke
Liz & Craig Burkhart
Rob & Jane Burns
Kathy & Bob Bushok
Aaron & Callie Butcher
Alison & Marty Butler
Jocelyn & Brett Butler
Kim Caito & Danny Freireich
Dr. Marie & Mr. Donald Calabrese
Gust Callas
Dr. & Mrs. J. Jeffery Cameron
Joseph & Esther Campanella
Marlene S. Campbell
Patricia Campbell
Miss Patricia E. Campbell
Charles P. & Linda Canepa
Albert & Tracy Capretta
Ken & Marsha Caratelli
Ms. Linda Cardellini
Denise Carkhuff & Dane Wujnovich
John & Christine Carlozzi
Kay Carlson & Rick Albaugh
Karen & Fred Carmen
John‡ & Tana Carney
Mr. Michael P. Carney**
Greg & Lacy Carpenter
Nancy W. Carpenter
Patrick Carpenter*
Angela & David Carr
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Caserio
Mr.‡ & Mrs. Harry Cashy
William‡ & Elizabeth Cassella
Kent & Jennifer Castelluccio
Jim & Kathleen Catanese
David & Susan Catanzarite
J. Peter & Jacqueline Cerar
Lou & Dorie Cerny
Cindy & Louis Chaiten
Welton Chappell
Kathy & Dean Chimples
Jeff & Lori Christian
Debra & Seth Chwast
Christine Cipa
Ron & Susan Clady
Timothy Clancy &
Karen Manning
Jeffrey Thomas Clark
Richard & Joanne Clark
Thomas & Karen Clark
Bill & Jennifer Clawson
Robert & Laura Clemente
Bob & Krissy Clutterbuck
Jacqueline & Timothy Cogan
Barry & Cheryl Cohn
Bruce & Elizabeth Cohn
Dr. Monique Cohn & Kevin Adelstein
David & Jamie Cole
Jay Cole
Dr. Thomas & Katherine Collins
Mary Anne Comotto
Martha Comunale
Dennis & Paula Conrad
William H. Considine
Mr. & Mrs. Frank & Mary Consolo
Mark & Holly Conzelmann
Brian & Maggie Cook
Mike & Jessie Corcoran
Jack & Cathy Corrigan
Joseph & Susan Corsaro
Peter & Elizabeth Corso
The Cost Family
Phil & Sue Coverdale
Patrick Covey
Charles Cowap & Rachel Rawson
Mathew & Megan Cox**
Colleen & Kevin Coyne
Melissa Coyner & Tariq Naeem
Steve & Lisa Craig
Crandall Family
Kim & Ryan Crane
Susan & Michael Cristal
John & Sandy Crocker
Edward, Carmela & Rosanne Cromling
Alex Cruz
James & Claudia Cull
David & Jennifer Cupar
Michael & Joanie Cuva
Dominic & Polly D’Amore
Sherry Dangremond
Michael & JoAnne Darr
Howard & Dana Darvin
Matt & Jen Davis
Tina & Josh Davis
Gayle De La Porte
Andrew & Erin Deak
Daryl & Jenniffer Deckard
Mary Kay DeGrandis & Edward Donnelly
Cindy Deliz
Anthony DeRoss & Meagan Costedio
Carl Dettlebach
Richard & Lorrie Devaney
Kevin & Sue Devers
Jeffery & Nancy DeWerth
Irvin Dewey III
Bill & Eileen DeWood
Dr. & Mr. Michelle Dietz
John & Ann DiRocco
Martin Dittman & Dr. Gabrielle Koczab
Barbara & George Diver
Nancy Dobras & Jennifer Shaw
Jim & Katy Donohue & Family
Adam Doxsey & Rob Nelson
Emily Drake
Derek Drayer
Howard & Eileen‡ Drechsler
Phil & Lisa Dregalla
Nancy & Scott Drehs
Dennis & Sandy Drellishak
The Druley Family
Ron & Sharon Dufek
Penny Duijser
The Dunham Family Foundation
Elizabeth Dunn
Faith Durden, M.D.
Dr. & Mrs. Mohan J. Durve
Mark & Suzanne Dvoroznak
The Ecker Family
Dr. Diane Eden
Mrs. Linda Edwards
Tom & Cindy Einhouse
Greg & Kelly Eippert
Tim Eippert
Jane & Thomas Elias
Robert & Jean Elliott
Judy Emert
J.P. & Patty Emond
Jeff & Lori Epstein
Ross Esposito
Lucinda Evans
Diane & Warren Farr**
Rob & Mia Faxon
Sheri & Terry Fedor
Deborah Feller
Bill Fenoglio & Erika Battaglia
Joel Fenstermaker
Dr. & Mrs. Paul M. Ferraro
Charles & Shelley Ferrell
Ted & Carol Figura
Dr. Joseph A. Finocchio &
Dr. Susan M. Ray
Dennis & Carol Fiorelli
Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Fisco
Dennis & Marcy Fisher
LuAnne & Ronny Fisher
Vinnie & Debbi Fisher
Jan & John Fitts
John & Carolyn Fleischer
The Fowler Family
Susan & Mitchell Frankel
John & Laura Frazier
David & Jeannie Fredecker
Barry & Lisa Fredrickson
Richard & Lynda Freedman**
Mark Fremont &
Donna Krasney
Eric & Michele Fried
Richard & Beth Friedler
Harry & Shelly Friedman
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey I. Friedman
Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Friedman
Roslyn & Ted Friedman
Robert & Susan Frollo
Alan & Sarah Furey
Mr. & Mrs David W. Furry
Susan Fury
Dennis & Kris Fyffe
Mrs. Linda Gabor
Jay & Kim Gaebelein**
Mary Galindo
Edward & Maria Gallagher
In Memory of Mardee
Gallagher
Richard & Robbin Garcia
Matthew Garson &
Case Bochenek
Michael & Kimber Gebura
Dr. Joel & Phyllis Gecht
Ann & Jay Geib
Dan & Deirdre Geib
Mr. & Mrs. Gregg Geldart
Mr. Dan Geller &
Dr. Samantha Baskind
Mr. David Geller
Craig & Kathleen Gemmill
Denise & Lorenzo Gentile
Dr. Robert & Carla Gerber
Michael & Andrea Gerfin
Kris & James Gerish
Pam Gerwig
Mr. & Mrs. Garry Gibbs
Lee & Larysa Gibson
Deborah & Jerry Gideon
Thomas Gilbride & Sal Martello
Margaret Giltinan
Arnie & Maria Glantz
Mr. & Mrs. Stuart Glauberman
Michael & Connie Gleason
Barry & Laura Gluntz
Greg Gnau & Chris Humphrey
Ted & Nancy Goble
Michael & LoriAnn Godfrey
Randall Goodman
Lynn Gorman
Jim & Karen Gornik
Paul & Amy Goske
David & Melissa Gottlieb
Joshua & Randi Gottlieb
Michael D. Gower
Kristen & Brian Grady
Lisa Graham
David & Susan Grant
Lou Grasso
Roe Green
Dr. Michael & Barbara
Greenberg
Dr. Brian & Aimee Greenfield
Douglas & Gwenn Grimm
Dave & Melissa Grinnell
Jonathan‡ & Marianne Gross
Dave & Nicole Groves
Mr. Jeremiah Guappone & Mr. Chad Lucas*
Christopher & Mary Gutman
Mr. William R. Haas & Mrs. Shirley A. Haas
The Haber Family
Robert Haber, MD & Mary Ellen Brook**
Lloyd & Ann-Marie Hagenbuch
Tamara Hagerty
Jaime Hain
Craig & Noel Hairston
Dr. C.C. Halloran
Dr. Elizabeth Hankins
Sarah Hannibal & Karin Maloney Stifler
Patricia Hanousek
Clarice & Carl Harbert
Kathie & Chuck Hardin
Kyle & Sarah Harding
Jack Harley & Judy Ernest
Jeff Harnden &
Jennifer Gardner**
Mr. Randall Harris & Dr. Marianne Coburn
Doug & Terri Havekost
Paul & Janet Havener
William & Constance Hawke
Dr. & Mrs. George Heathcote
Bradley & Vanessa Heim
Debra Hench
Cheryl Henderson & Lucas Nelson
Damian & Laura Henri
Ruth Herzak & Gary Bauman
Erin & Delaney Hill
David & Melissa Hille
Kevin & LuAnn Hinkel
Robert & Joan Hinkle
Charles & Michelle Hirsch
George & Elaine Hlavacs
In Memory of Kathleen Hlavin
Robert & Lisa Hodges
Kristi Holden & Andrew Perodeau
Pat & Jack Holland
Richard & Sally‡ Hollington
Mr. & Mrs. Richard R.
Hollington, III
Mr. & Mrs. Tim Hollo
Diane & Michael Holztrager
Drs. Rosamond Hong & Jeffrey Weil
Daniel & Tamara Honkala
Christy & Dave Hooper
Marsha & Tom Hopkins
The Matthew R. & Marie M.
Hopkins Foundation
Dr. Michael & Mrs. Mary K.
Hopkins
Rachel & Chris Hopkins-
Murphy
Andrew & Kristin Horansky
Alla & Randy Horvat
Robert & Linda House
Matt & Karen Houser
Ruth & Stephen Hovan
Jim‡ & Claudia Hower
Karen & Geoff Howson
Tim & Julie Hrobat
Annie & Rick Hubbard
John A. Hudec, DDS
William & Paulette Hughes
Barry & Brenda Hummel
Michael & Ann W. Hurley
Jeff & Jill Hurt
Susan & Robert Hurwitz
Ned Hyland & Jacqui Herringshaw
Andy Ilcin & Betsy Bloch
Kent & Stacey Iler
Doug & Megan Isenberg
Dr. & Mrs. David Jackson
Robert & Brenda Jackson
Suzanne & Patrick Janson
Michael & Rosemarie Jaworski
Christine & Tracy Jemison
Matt Joherl & Jason Andrew Smith
Rick & Lori Johnson
Barry & Carolyn Johnston
Mike Jones
Robert & Christina Jones
Jane Joseph & Robert Elson
Jose & Lauren Juarez
Burton & Elizabeth Judson
Lindsey Jump & Bryant Roth*
Jason Jurek
Anne & Joe Juster
Marien Kaifesh
Katherine Kanzinger
In Memory of Faye Kaplan
Ira & Amy Kaplan
Rune & Halina Kaptur
Kater Foundation Charitable Trust
Karen & Larry Katz
Judy & David Kaufman
Kelly Kavanaugh
The Kayani Family
Ms. Carole Keating
Catherine Keating & Charles King
John & Vincetta Kedzior
The Keene Idea Fund from the Keene Family
Gary & Debbie Kellner
James & Gail Kelly
Michael Kelly & Wendy Olson
Mike & Karen Kelly
Betty Kemper
David & Meredith Kempton
Kendis Family Trust
The Kennedy Family
Bill & Becky Kent
Linda & Bob Kenyon
Michael & Paula Kertes
Randy & Rhonda Kertesz
Dr. Ashoo Khanuja
Robin & Randy Kilbride
Katie Kimble*
Andrew & Jacqueline Kinnen
Bill & Kathy Kinner
Mr. & Mrs. Rich Kirkpatrick
Gayle Kish
Beth & Steve Kish
Matthew & Kristen Kissling
Joseph & Melinda Klak
Reed Kleinman‡
Jonathan & Adena Klineman
Don & Ingrid Knechtges
Allison & David R. Knowles
William Knox & Richard England
Sandy Kobernik‡
Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. Kobistek
William & Kathleen
Kobyljanec
Thomas & Wendy Kocovsky
Nancy & Rik Kohn
Tom & Sonja Kolaric
Lisa Konchar & Deanna Powell
Sharon & Ken Koncilja
John & Susan Kosir
Norman & Constance Kotoch
Vincent E. Kovacic & F. Christopher Esmurdoc
Diane Krach
Len & Debra Krause
Gary & Laura Krusinski
Andy & Deviani Kuhar
The Kuhn Family Foundation
Sam Kuntz & Corey Parkhurst
Dr. Jerry & Karen Lamendola
The Landskroner Family
Mr. & Mrs. John Lane
Jim & Paula Lang
The Lariccia Family
Teresa Larsen & Kamal-Neil Dass
Kenneth & Luanne Lashutka
Meghan & Daniel Latham
Donald & Betsy‡ Latore
The Laub Foundation
Victor C. Laughlin Memorial Foundation
Judge‡ & Mrs. Robert M. Lawther
Neil & Barbara Lazar
James & Kathryn Lee
Dr. Scott Leffler
Gary & Marla Leidich
Debra Leizman & Keith Kerman
Matthew Lemke
Anne Lengauer
Fred A. Lennon Charitable Trust
Melissa Leonard
Alan & Barbara Lepene
Courtney & Scott Lepene
James & Patricia Lesnick
Nancy Levy & Gerald Yosowitz
Carter & Carole Lewis
Dennis & Amy Lewis
John & Cassandra Lewis and Family
Mike & Jan Lewis
Mary Ellen & Kenneth Liang
Keith & Nancy Libman
Karen & Denny Linden
Mr. & Mrs. Rudolf Linnebach
Gary & Theresa Ljubi
LKG Life Foundation
Norman & Jacqueline Lobins
Cindy & Joseph Locala
Dr. Aram & Dr. Julie Loeb
Bill Lohn
Matthew A. Long & Lynette P. Mattson
Charles & Donna Loper
Don & Ginny LoPresti
George & Sandra Loucas
Kriss Loughman
Jeffrey & Kristen Lucas
Tim & Jeanette Luli
Brian Luntz**
John & Nancy Lupo
Chuck & Paula Lynn
Jon & Elle Macknin
Dr. Selena Magalotti &
Mr. Jaime Lamphear
The Magner Family
John & Angela Mago
Charles & Rita Maimbourg
Sis Malley
Don & Jennine Malone
Eileen Maloney & Colleen Calvey
Kenneth & Alice Mantey
Shari Maouri
Lisa & Ronald Margolis
Richard & Noreen Marlowe
Ryan & Terri Marrie
Ron & Betty Martin
Joan Mason
Amy & Wade Massad
John & Meg Matejkovic
Mr. Wesley Mateo
Lisa & Josh Mayers
Sherry & Carl Mazzola
Mark & Barbara Mazzone
Owen & Nancy McBride
Eric McCallister
Greg & Karen McCarthy
Kathleen McCarthy
Mr. & Mrs. C. Andrew
McCartney
Bill & Jennifer McClintock
Kevin & Nancy McComas
Mary Cay & Mike McConnell
Susan & Tim McCord
Robert McCormick & Richard Lindsley
Christopher & Gaylee
McCracken
John & Marilyn McCue
Don & Theresa McFadden
Ann & Jim McFarland
Joan McFaul & Andrea Clary
H. Rick McGinnis III
Alexander & Lori Mcilvaine
Eric & Amber McLoney**
John & Nancy McMillan
Rob & Janet McMinn
Darrell & Ronna McNair
Mr. & Mrs. Michael McPhillips
MC Mead
Susie & Mark Mead
Tom & Ruth Meadows
Melissa & Ryan Meany
Jim Mehallis
Dawna Meng
David Miceli & Elizabeth Hiser
Kelly Micire
Elizabeth K. & Ryan S. Mifsud
Mark & Kathy Mihok
Beth M. Mikes
Drs. Jill & Josh Miller
Marjorie & Samuel M. Miller
Michael & Jayne Miller
Daniel Milner & Greg Wright
Ms. Judy Miniaci
Thomas & Loretta Minnich
Keith & Candy Mirman
Don & Cindy Misheff
Mr. Robert Mitchell &
Dr. Jane Timmons-Mitchell
Mary & Andrew Moan
Joan & Charles Mockbee
Phil & Nora Modie
Paul & Sallie Moledor
Dr. Robert & Shauna Molloy
Jayne Moneysmith
Edward & Patty Montgomery
Marge & Dan Moore
Roy & Cindy Moore
MJ Morello
Michael & Michelle Morgan
Melodie Morgan-Minott & Howard Minott
Harriet & Mel Morris
Peter & Kristin Morrison**
John & Karen Moss
Ken & Sharon Mountcastle
Marjorie & Bert Moyar
Brittany & Bryan Mravec
Steve & Jennifer Mueller
The Mullins Family
Alison Stevens Murphy
Pat & Kendra Murphy
Patrick & Kristy Murphy
Florence Murray
Karen Murray
Bob & Judy Mustee
James & Karen Myers
Robert & Ilene Neides
Desiree & Lou Nekola
Rebecca Nelson & Family**
Carol Nelson-Rollins
Dr. Carolyn Nemec
Dr. & Mrs. Victor Nemeth
Mr. & Mrs. Greg Nettle
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen T.
Newcomer, Sr.
Marjorie & Arthur Newman
Steve & Rosemary Niewolak
Russell & Tricia Niswander
Mr. & Mrs. Ernest J. Novak Jr.
Matt & JoAnn Novak
Kimberly Novobilsky & Kaleena & Ryan
Troy Nowak
Mark & Paula Nylander
Gregory & Martha Oakes
Julie & Dan O’Boyle
Billy & Linda O’Brien & Family
Mr. John F. O’Brien, Sr.
Patrick & Kathy O’Brien
Jim & Jolie O’Connor
Michael & Susan O’Connor
The O’Donnell Family
Thomas & Lynn O’Donnell
Dr. & Mrs. James Oh
Cheryl Hagan O’Malley & Jerilyn Hagan
Paul & Liz O’Neil
Debbie Orr
Jennifer Oxley
Dr. Sheldon Padgett
Lou & Marilyn Paine
Susan & Jeffrey Palmer
Joe & Dianna Palmeri
Ralph J Palmisano
Matthew Palnik
Nicholas & Frances
Panagopoulos
Christopher Panek & Eric Langston
Michelle Panik
Trac Papish
Tom Pappalardo & Mary Nagy
Rupa & Sanjay Parikh
Rachel Parks & Jeff Wahba
Janine Jannetto Patterson
Mary Grace Pattison
Christie & Jerry Payto
Kenneth & Dee Dee Pearce
Craig & Marlo Peck
Thomas & Yvonne Pecka
Nick & Ruth Pellecchia
Robert & Robin Pelles
Michelle Perdue
Dan & Ellie Perella
Mark C. Perna**
Fran & Frank Perry
Mary Beth & Robert Peshek
Jason Petroff, Michael Rigol, Jr. & Reese Holle
Brittany Peyton
Mark Phillipp & Lindsay Mora
Robert S. Phillips
Joe & Lynne Piccioni
David & Sharlene Pierce
Nelson & Heidi Pitlor
Thomas Pitts & Carol Rilley
Chris & Courtney Ploskunak
Mark Plush & Venera Foti
Raisa K. Polacek &
Tommy Rich
Andrea Pollock
Anne Pombier &
Sandra Carlson
Dr. Lee Ponsky & Mrs. Monica Ponsky
Drs. Todd & Diana Ponsky
Clark & Sarah Pope**
Dennis & Kathy Popelka
Greg & Gailyn Popovich
Dr. Joel Porter & Dr. Nancy Ray
Stephen & Pamela Portik
Leslie & Neal Postel
Terri & Chuck Postel
The Potter Family
Anne M. Powell
Mr. & Mrs. Martin J. Powers
Tom & Linda Pratt
Prendes Family
Jackie Pressman
Ronald & Christina Price
Adam & Samantha Probst
Linda & Rick Profant
The Prosinski Family
Joe & Pam Pulizzi
Dan & Laurie Pustinger
Kimberly J. Pustulka
Christopher J. & Tricia L. Pycraft
Mark Raab
Norm & Michelle Rados
Steve & Diana Ragan
Ronelle & Nick Rajkovich
Allison Rand
Adriana & Andrew E. Randall
Thomas J. Rankin
Deborah Rathbun
Tawny Ratner
Dr. Kate Raymond & Michelle Krocker
Andrew & Karen Rebholz
The Reef Family
Debra & Kenneth Reeves
Dr. Andrew & Beth Reimer
Robert S. & Sylvia K. Reitman
Family Foundation
Dr. & Mrs. Rench
Jane Rice & Mark Chambers
Dr. & Mrs. Thomas W. Rice
Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Rich
Sharron Richards
In honor of Edward & Betty
Richley
Dr. Bradford & Margaret
Richmond
Tom & Kerri Richmond
Liza Rieke & Family
Louis & Gwen Rifici
The Rimko Family
Rob & Tricia Risman
Dr. Karina & Ryan Robbins
Katie & Brian Robbins
Dr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Roberts
Caleb Robison
Ed Rocheck
Susan & Daniel Rockey
Chris & Magen Roeder
Cameron & Melissa
Rollheiser
Dr. Ellen Rome & Fred Asbeck
Mark & Debbie Rorick
Heather Roselli
Lynn & Fred Rosenberg
Barb & Jeff Rosengard
Angela & Greg Rosko
W. Neil Rossborough
Dr. Ashley & Mr. Vincent Rufo
Paul & Lori Rupert**
Cindy & Todd Russell
Michael Russell
Richard & Gail Rye
Taylor S. and Jill F.
Todd & Ady Sabath
Mike & Nikki Sablack
Ken & Kim Sable
Mr. Patrick Sanders
Dr. Jeff & Mrs. Debra
Sanderson
Andrew & Anita Sandor
Bryan & Jenna Scafidi*
Judy & Chris Scherry
Bob & Ellie Scheuer
Mark & Monica Schie
Mark & Cathy Schikowski
Kyla & Mitchell Schneider
Michael & Stephanie
Schneider
Jim & Anne Schoff
Cheryl Schofield
Brad & Staicey Scholtz
Rudy & Susan School
Sue & Jerry‡ Schroer
John‡ & Barbara Schubert
Doris & Richard Schultz
Janet & Gary Schuster
Richard & Janet Schwarz
Jeff & Heather Scott
Kat & Bob Scott
Kate Scovil
Spence & Sue Seaman
Kevin Sears
Dean & Diane Secrest
Paul Secunde
Bill & Shelley Sedlacek
Tiffany Sedlacek**
Patricia Seifert & Kathleen Eiermann
Robin Sue Seiger
Sanford Seiger
Walter & Erin Senney
Darcy J. Sentowsky
Mike & Andrea Sharb
Mr. Linton &
Dr. Patricia Sharpnack
Mr. & Mrs. Martin Shaw
Timothy & Elizabeth Sheeler
Bill & Maggie Shepardson
Laura & Ben Sheridan
Debra Shifrin & Steven Newman
Alan & Debbie Shubert
Harvey A. Siegel
Terry & Sandy Silver
Mr. & Mrs. Walton A. Silver
Harlan & Betty Silversten
John & Lori Silvis
Michael & Gayle Simon
Kristin Turner Sinnenberg
Charitable Account
Robert Sisler
Dr. & Mrs. Gary Sivak
Joseph Skubiak
Shelly & Joe Sladek
Randy & Sara Slama
Greg & Jessica Slatkovsky
Michael & Gina Sloe
Steve & Leslie Smetana and Family
Brianna Smith
Chad & Carian Smith
Dr. Dalithia C. Smith
Mr. & Mrs. David B. Smith
Devon & Scott Smith
Donna Rae & Edward Smith
Kent A. Smith
Laura & Grady Smith
Nancie Smith
Terry & Darla Smith
Janey & Tony Snyder
Ms. Allison Sobel
Julie & David Soble
Mike & Katherine Solecki
Carol & Phillip Soos
Michael & Ellen Sostarich
Gary & Amber Soukenik
Andrew & Mary South
Dr. Dina Sparano &
Dr. Jason Savage
Kevin Spear & Family
Nathan & Cecilia Speelman
Terry Speth
Shani & Scott Spiegle
David & Sharon Spotts
St. Julian Family
Sean & Laurel Stack
Kathy & Gary Stanek
Joy & David Stang
Mr. & Mrs. Richard A. Starr
Sara Stashower & Mark Heller
Duncan Stearns & Family
William & Pam Steel
Ken Stefanov & Kathleen Roberts
Arthur & Sherri Stehlik
Jason Sterling
Jan Stern
Pat & Annette Stevenson
James Stief
Stephanie Still
Katie Stillitano
Dave Stinson &
Darren LeBeau
Steven & Monika Strah
Mrs. Karen Strang
Mr. Marc I. Strauss
Dr. Trish Strazar & Mr. Joe Gendron
Diana & Steve Strongosky
Rich & Lynnette Stuart
Fred & Betsy Stueber
Brian & Adrean Stulak
Catherine Suever & David Martin
Julie Sullivan
Brian Suntken &
Connie McMeans
Dr. Ian & Mrs. Kara Suzelis
Michael & Patricia Sweeney
Kristen & Max Swinton*
Joan & Roger Synenberg
Susan Szanyi
Mike & Rosemary Taft-Milby
James C. Tai
Joe & Val Tate
Ms. Marlene Tehi
Jeff Tennant
Scott, Megan & Vivian Tettau
James E. Teubner
Sandra Thackeray
Gary & Stacey Theus
Laura & Jeff Thomas
Susan L. Thomas
Mike & Linda Thorson
Gary & Karen Tiboni
Victoria & Quinten Tifft
Ray & Janet Timura
Mark & Nancy Tinsley
Cynthia Renée Toman
The Tomechko & van der Oord
Families
Krystal Tomei
Manfred & Lisa Tomm
John & Dorothy Tomsic
Richard & Joan Tonelli
Heather Torok
Richard F. Tracanna
Kris Treu
Jean & Jim Triner
Ike & Anne Tripp
Mark & Diane Trubiano
Ron & Pat Trzcinski
Alex Tucker
Ron J. Turk
Albert J. & Diane L. Tusek, Jr.
Nicole & Rodney Twells
Mrs. Ronna Uhrman
Gerald F. Unger
James Unger
Moira & Dr. Wulf Utian
Elizabeth Valentine
Bobbi & Peter‡ van Dijk
Chris & Sarah Van Raalten
The Vana Family Foundation
Patricia Vanah & James Nestel**
Don & Ruth Ann Vanke
Stacy & Anderson Varejao
Dr. Virginia Vatev
Ronald & Rebecca Vaughn
Catherine Veres
Jennifer J. Vieland
Tom & Lynn Vilt
John‡ & Denise Vinton
Mr. & Mrs. David Vito
Kate Vlasek**
Bruce & Candy Wagner
Theodore & Kristin Wagner
Steve Wake & Linda Bluso
Eric & Joyce Wald
Robert & Shelly Wallens
Margaret M. Walsh
Tom Waltermire
Rob & Joy Ward
Sean Ward & Dr. Nancy Istenes
Anthony Warmuth
Tim & Susan Warner
Karen & William Warren
Van & Cassie Washburn
Allison, Chris, & Hayden Weathers
Joshua Weaver
Melanie Webber
Patricia Weber
Scott & Loree Weber
John & Kristi Webster
Leigh & Caryn Weinberg
Russell Weisenbacher
Larry & Lisa Weiser
Mark & Stephanie Weiskind
Margaret G. Weitzel
Tim & Lindsey Weller
Cheryl & Tom Wells
Dorinna & Arnie Wetherill
Dickson & Ann Whitney
Mr. & Mrs. James O. Wible
Arlene & Douglas Wieder
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas H. Wieder
James & Monica Wilcosky
Judy & Steven Willensky
Eddie Williams & Jane Wearstler
Robert & Bridget Williams
Beverly Willis
Nathan & Valerie Willson
Kurt N. & Diana Winter
John P. Wolf
Rose Wong & Bernard Lee
In Honor of Barbara Wood
Roberta & Paul Woodard
John & Jacqueline Woods
Bradley & Alisa Wright
Tim & Sandy Wuliger
Xavier-Nichols Foundation
Tom & Mary Yablonsky
Katie & Joe Yonadi
David F. Young
Frances Young
Lynn & Carl Young
Norman Young
Patti Young
Drs. Michael Zabell & Minda Rudnick
Ms. Kim Zacharias & Mr. Steve Windham
Jennie Zamberlan
Alan & Rosemary Zang
Drs. Salena & Daniel Zanotti
Andrea & Jimmy Zeilinger
Dr. William Zelei &
Dr. Rosemary Gornik
Daniel & Ellen Zelman
Ivy Zelman
David & Nancy Zenker
Hala & Khaled Ziada
Carolyn Zimmerman
Nancy & Rob Zimmerman
John & Maureen Zraik
‡ Deceased
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PNC Foundation
Director
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DLR Group
LECOM
Producer
($15,000-$24,999)
The Brewer-Garrett Company
Cleveland Construction, Inc.
Eaton Corporation
Nordson Corporation
RPM International Inc.
Platinum Founder
($10,000-$14,999)
Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP
Crowne Plaza Cleveland at Playhouse Square
Giant Eagle Foundation
Huntington National Bank
Hyster-Yale Materials
Handling, Inc.
Little Jacket
Medical Mutual
Ohio CAT
RSM US LLP
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The Walt Disney Company
Westside Toyota & Honda of Middleburg Heights
Sustaining Founder
($6,000-$9,999)
Advantage Consulting
AMS Title Agency Inc.
Applied Industrial
Technologies
BakerHostetler
Chemical Solvents, Inc.
D.J. Wurdack Inc. Executive
Search & Consulting
Demming Financial Services Corp.
Dix & Eaton, Inc.
Enbridge Gas Ohio
Event Source
Famous Enterprises
ForTec Medical Inc.
General Transport, Inc.
Hinkley
Jones Day
KeyBank
LBP Leasing, Inc.
The Lincoln Electric Foundation
Mar-Bal Inc.
Mid America Management Corp.
Millcraft
MUM Industries, Inc.
National Concession Company, Inc.
Nexus Engineering Group, LLC
PwC
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Schneider Saddlery Co., Inc.
The Shamrock Companies, Inc.
Superior Beverage Group
Think Media Studios
Turner Construction Company
Wagner Electric Sign Company
Walter | Haverfield LLP
Winsupply of Cleveland
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($3,500-$5,999)
Action Based Research, LLC
Astro Mfg. & Design
Atlantic Tool & Die Co.
Audimute Sound
Management Solutions
Auto Tool World
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC
Joseph D. Carney & Associates, LLC
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Cleveland Crane & Shovel
Sales, Inc.
Cleveland Vicon Company Inc.
Comfort Control Systems
Construction Techniques, Inc.
Corporate Dining Inc.
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LANGLEY PARK PRODUCTIONS JEFFREY RICHARDS STEVE TRAXLER
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GABRIELLE PALITZ PIERCE FRIEDMAN PRODUCTIONS present
Music & Lyrics By
EDDIE PERFECT
Book By
SCOTT BROWN & ANTHONY KING
Based on the GEFFEN COMPANY PICTURE, with a story by MICHAEL MCDOWELL & LARRY WILSON
JUSTIN COLLETTE MADISON MOSLEY
MEGAN McGINNIS WILL BURTON JESSE SHARP
VERONICA FIAONI PATRICK OLIVER JONES TRAVIS MITCHELL SHARONE SAYEGH EMILIA TAGLIANI
SOPHIE AKNIN MICHAEL BIREN RYAN BRESLIN JONATHAN BRYANT MARC GINSBURG
KATIE GRIFFITH HALEY HANNAH ERIC ANTHONY JOHNSON MAYA KAZZAZ KENWAY HON WAI K. KUA
MATT KURZYNIEC SEAN McMANUS MATEO MELENDEZ TREVOR MICHAEL SCHMIDT LEXIE DORSETT SHARP
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EDDIE PERFECT
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Lighting Design KENNETH POSNER
Magic & Illusion Design MICHAEL WEBER
Music Producer MATT STINE
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Sound Design PETER HYLENSKI
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Music Director/Conductor ANDY GROBENGIESER
Production Stage Manager GENEVIEVE KERSH
Casting THE TELSEY OFFICE RACHEL HOFFMAN, CSA RASHAD NAYLOR
Line Producer JENNY GERSTEN
WARNER BROS. THEATRE VENTURES
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Make-Up Design JOE DULUDE II
Music Coordinator KRISTY NORTER
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Production Management NETWORKS PRESENTATIONS HECTOR GUIVAS
Executive Producers NETWORKS PRESENTATIONS MIMI INTAGLIATA
Musical Supervision, Orchestration & Incidental Music KRIS KUKUL
Choreographed By CONNOR GALLAGHER
Directed By ALEX TIMBERS
Beetlejuice
CAST of characters
JUSTIN COLLETTE
Lydia MADISON MOSLEY
Barbara ..................................................................................................................................MEGAN McGINNIS
Adam.............................................................................................................................................. WILL BURTON
Charles JESSE SHARP
Delia (at certain performances) KATIE GRIFFITH
Delia (at certain performances)............................................................................LEXIE DORSETT SHARP
Priest ...........................................................................................................................
PATRICK OLIVER JONES
Movers PATRICK OLIVER JONES, MATT KURZYNIEC
Maxine Dean SHARONE SAYEGH
Maxie Dean ...........................................................................................................................TRAVIS MITCHELL
Otho ............................................................................................................................
PATRICK OLIVER JONES
Girl Scout EMILIA TAGLIANI
Miss Argentina .................................................................................................................... VERONICA FIAONI
Census Taker ............................................................................................................. PATRICK OLIVER JONES
Neighbors ............................................ MATT KURZYNIEC, TRAVIS MITCHELL, SHARONE SAYEGH
Juno SHARONE SAYEGH
Ensemble. .............SOPHIE AKNIN, MICHAEL BIREN, JONATHAN BRYANT, VERONICA FIAONI, KATIE GRIFFITH, ERIC ANTHONY JOHNSON, PATRICK OLIVER JONES, KENWAY HON WAI K. KUA, MATT KURZYNIEC, MATEO MELENDEZ, TRAVIS MITCHELL, SHARONE SAYEGH, EMILIA TAGLIANI
UNDERSTUDIES
Understudies never substitute for the listed performers unless a specific announcement is made at the time of the appearance.
For Beetlejuice–MICHAEL BIREN, MARC GINSBURG, MATT KURZYNIEC; for Lydia–SOPHIE AKNIN, EMILIA TAGLIANI; for Barbara–KATIE GRIFFITH, HALEY HANNAH, LEXIE DORSETT SHARP; for Adam–RYAN BRESLIN, MARC GINSBURG, MATT KURZYNIEC; for Delia–KATIE GRIFFITH, LEXIE DORSETT SHARP; for Charles– MARC GINSBURG, PATRICK OLIVER JONES, TRAVIS MITCHELL; for Otho–MICHAEL BIREN, RYAN BRESLIN, MARC GINSBURG, MATT KURZYNIEC; for Maxie Dean–MICHAEL BIREN, RYAN BRESLIN, MARC GINSBURG, PATRICK OLIVER JONES; for Maxine Dean–KATIE GRIFFITH, HALEY HANNAH, LEXIE DORSETT SHARP; for Juno–KATIE GRIFFITH, HALEY HANNAH, LEXIE DORSETT SHARP; for Girl Scout–SOPHIE AKNIN, HALEY HANNAH; for Miss Argentina–SOPHIE AKNIN, KATIE GRIFFITH, LEXIE DORSETT SHARP.
DANCE CAPTAIN: RYAN BRESLIN ASSISTANT DANCE CAPTAIN: HALEY HANNAH
SWINGS
RYAN BRESLIN, MARC GINSBURG, HALEY HANNAH, LEXIE DORSETT SHARP
VACATION SWINGS
MAYA KAZZAZ, SEAN McMANUS, TREVOR MICHAEL SCHMIDT
THERE WILL BE ONE 15-MINUTE INTERMISSION.
ORCHESTRA musicians
Music Producer—MATT STINE
Music Supervisor–KRIS KUKUL
Music Director/Conductor, Keyboard–ANDY GROBENGIESER Assistant Conductor/Keyboard–JULIA SUNAY
Reeds–CLAYTON WILLIAMS; Trumpet–ROB SLOWIK; Trombone–JIM LUTZ; Bass–MARK ZIEGLER; Guitars–STEPHEN FLAKUS, MIKE FREDERICK; Drums–TOM JORGENSEN; Violin–MICHALIS KOUTSOUPIDES.
Keyboard and Synthesizer Programmer: Midiomatic, LLC/Taylor Williams
Music Copying: Emily Grishman Music Preparation
Music Coordinator: Kristy Norter
We want to thank Tim Burton for his imagination, which has inspired us all throughout our many years working on this show. We are grateful that he cleared a path for us to play in the extraordinary world of his creation.
—With much love and appreciation, the Cast and Creative Team of Beetlejuice
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Madison Mosley
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Will Burton
Jesse Sharp
CAST the company
Veronica Fiaoni Patrick Oliver Jones
Travis Mitchell Sharone Sayegh
Emilia Tagliani
Sophie Aknin
Michael Biren
Ryan Breslin
Jonathan Bryant
Marc Ginsburg
Katie Griffith
Haley Hannah
Eric Anthony Johnson
Maya Kazzaz
Kenway Hon Wai K. Kua
Matt Kurzyniec
Sean McManus
Mateo Melendez
Trevor Michael Schmidt Lexie Dorsett Sharp
WHO’S WHO in the cast
JUSTIN COLLETTE (Beetlejuice) is an awardwinning actor, writer and musician. Broadway: School of Rock (Dewey Finn). Regional: Rock of Ages (Lonny). Netflix: Cupcake and Dino: General Services (Cupcake, NYT Best New Shows 2018). He’s spent years performing sketch/improv at major comedy festivals and has written/voiced several cartoon shorts for Bite on Mondo, racking up millions of views on YouTube. He’s very happy you’re here and hopes you leave feeling a little more seen and a little less alone. @sorryitsjustin
MADISON MOSLEY (Lydia) is ecstatic to be making her national tour debut! Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music MT ‘24. Many thanks to Telsey and the Beetlejuice team. Lots of love to her family, friends, and J <3 ! IG: @maddiemosley
MEGAN McGINNIS (Barbara). Broadway: Side Show (revival), Les Misérables (revival, Eponine), Little Women (Beth), Beauty and the Beast (Belle), Thoroughly Modern Millie, Parade, The Diary of Anne Frank. National Tours: Come From Away. Off-Broadway and London: Daddy Long Legs (available on Broadway HD). TV/ Film: “Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Younger,” A Goofy Movie, and more. Recordings: Sutton Foster’s Wish (“Flight”) and Take Me to the World. Graduate Columbia University, faculty at Ball State University. Most proud of my son, Beckett.
WILL BURTON (Adam) is thrilled to be here in.... your town with this incredible company! Broadway: Hello, Dolly! (Ambrose); Kiss Me, Kate! (Gremio); Holiday Inn; An American in Paris. Off-Broadway: Between the Lines (Frump/Ryan). Other: Young Frankenstein (Igor), Ogunquit; Last Days of Summer (Stuke), George Street; Holiday Inn (Ted), The Marriott Lincolnshire; The Music Man (Tommy), Arena Stage; An American in Paris, Théâtre du Châtelet. TV: “The Blacklist.” Thanks to Mama, Daddy, Callen, Haley, all of my teachers, and my incredible reps at CGF! @willburtonum
JESSE SHARP (Charles). Tour: The Addams Family (Gomez), Elf (Walter), Grease (Vince Fontaine). Regional: Goodspeed Operahouse,
Utah Shakespeare Festival, North-shore Music Theatre, Engeman, Cape Playhouse, The Rev, Theatre by the Sea, The Little Theatre on the Square, Denver’s Lone Tree Arts Center, Human Race Theatre, Antaeus. Film/TV: “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” “Gilded Age,” “Blacklist,” “Blue Bloods,” “Almost Family,” City on a Hill,” “General Hospital,” & “Mobland”. Training: MFA-UC Irvine, BA-UCLA. Love & endless gratitude to my Lexie & our buddy Chip. @mrjessesharp
VERONICA FIAONI (Miss Argentina, Ensemble). Broadway: Lempicka. Tours: West Side Story; A Chorus Line (Maggie). Regional: Chicago (Muny); Anne of Green Gables (Goodspeed); Jerome Robbins’ Broadway (TUTS). TV: “American Horror Stories” & “Law and Order”. Much love and thanks to her family, Dino, CESD, & The Telsey Office. veronicafiaoni.com | @vernyverny
PATRICK OLIVER JONES (Otho, Ensemble, u/s Charles, u/s Maxie Dean). Credits include: First Wives Club (original cast, Chicago); North American tours: The Addams Family and Evita. TV: co-starring roles on “Blue Bloods” and “Law & Order: Criminal Intent.” He is the awardwinning podcast producer and host of Why I’ll Never Make It and Closing Night. Thanks to God for continued blessings and family for constant support. @pojnyc
TRAVIS MITCHELL (Maxie Dean, Ensemble, u/s Charles) is thrilled to be returning to the Netherworld (on dry land) after six months with Beetlejuice on NCL! National Tours: Catch Me If You Can (Agent Branton), Rock of Ages (Hertz), Spring Awakening (Adult Male). Notable Regional: Les Misérables (Thenardier), Spamalot (King Arthur), Bright Star (Mayor Dobbs). So much gratitude to Todd and Bob at ATB Talent and, as always, so much love to Jules. www.travistravistravis.com
SHARONE SAYEGH (Maxine Dean, Juno, Ensemble). Broadway: Bonnie in Come From Away, Anna in The Band’s Visit (OBC), and Mamma Mia!. She’s a ’24 ‘The Workshop’ fellow, co-writer of the new musical The Game Boy, and is currently writing The Goldsmith, a solo play
stemming from her family’s true stories across countries, borders, and generations. Endless love and gratitude to Joe, Zev, and DGRW. @sharonesayegh
EMILIA TAGLIANI (Girl Scout, Ensemble, u/s Lydia) is thrilled to be making her National Tour Debut! Norwegian Cruise Line: Beetlejuice (Lydia), NSMT: The Sound of Music (Louisa), Wheelock Family Theatre: The Addams Family (Wednesday). Huge thanks to Catie, Michael, Telsey Office and the whole Beetlejuice team! Endless love and gratitude to her family and friends for all their support. @emilia_tagliani
SOPHIE AKNIN (Ensemble, u/s Lydia, u/s Girl Scout, u/s Miss Argentina). National tour debut! Regional: Paper Mill Playhouse, Pittsburgh CLO, North Shore Music Theatre. BFA Point Park University. Gratitude to God, my fam & friends, Telsey and the entire Beetlejuice team for making dreams come true! @sophieaknin
MICHAEL BIREN (Ensemble, u/s Beetlejuice, u/s Otho, u/s Maxie Dean) is thrilled to be on tour with Beetlejuice! New York: Crazy for You (Lincoln Center), Revolution in the Elbow (Minetta Lane). Tours: My Fair Lady, Billy Elliot, Cinderella (with Lea Salonga). Regional: Papermill, Goodspeed, Fulton, MSMT, MUNY, Riverside, Ogunquit. Love to DMRSCKSF+B.
RYAN BRESLIN (Swing, Dance Captain, u/s Adam, u/s Otho, u/s Maxie Dean). Broadway: Newsies OBC (Racetrack), Beetlejuice OBC, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory OBC, The Book of Mormon. TV/Film: “Person of Interest” (CBS), Hail, Caesar! (Feature Film).
JONATHAN BRYANT (Ensemble) is thrilled to join the cast of Beetlejuice. Select credits include: West Side Story (Muny), Kinky Boots (Fulton & MSMT), 42nd Street (Bucks County), and Newsies (Red Mountain). Jonathan would like to thank his friends, family, and CESD for their love and support! @jonathanabryant
MARC GINSBURG (Swing, u/s Beetlejuice, u/s Adam, u/s Charles, u/s Otho, u/s Maxie Dean). Proud Philadelphian, living in Los Angeles. National Tours: The Band’s Visit and Oliver Other highlights: Ragtime, Spamalot, Sunday…,
Shrek, First Date, and Beauty and the Beast. Thanks to Catie, Michael, Steven, Telsey/Rashad, and the entire BJ team. All my love to Liza, Phoenix, and Seneca!
KATIE GRIFFITH (Ensemble, u/s Barbara, u/s Delia, u/s Maxine Dean, u/s Juno, u/s Miss Argentina) is thrilled to be joining the Netherworld! Off-Broadway: Seesaw. Regional: Muny, PCLO, MTWichita, 5th Avenue, Cape Playhouse, McCarter, North Shore, Riverside, New London Barn, Village Theatre and more. Love and thanks to DGRW, Telsey, Catie, Michael, all my teachers, and the fam! katiemgriffith.com @katiemgriffith
HALEY HANNAH (Swing, Assistant Dance Captain, u/s Barbara, u/s Maxine Dean, u/s Juno, u/s Girl Scout) (she/her). Broadway: Bring It On OBC (u/s Campbell/Eva). National Tours: A Bronx Tale (ADC, u/s Rosina), Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (Swing), Flashdance (u/s Alex). TV: backup singer Demi Lovato/Jonas Brothers (ABC). BFA University of Michigan. @haleyhannah25, www. haleyhannah.com. Love to Joey!
ERIC ANTHONY JOHNSON (Ensemble). Broadway/National Tours: Beetlejuice (OBC), R+H Cinderella, Evita, Elf, West Side Story, Miss Saigon. Regional Includes: American Repertory Theater, The Kennedy Center, Sacramento Music Circus, Kansas City Starlight, Lone Tree Arts Center. TV/Film: Spinning Gold, “The Gilded Age,” “Last Week Tonight.” @ericanthonyjohnson
MAYA KAZZAZ (Vacation Swing). Tours: Aladdin (u/s Jasmine). Favorite Regional: A Chorus Line at Pittsburgh CLO (Bebe), Jerome Robbins’ Broadway (TUTS), Grease (Cha Cha, Bucks County Playhouse), Spamalot (Ogunquit Playhouse). Love to Jack and Theo! mayakazzaz.com @mayakazzaz
KENWAY HON WAI K. KUA (Ensemble). Broadway: Wicked, The Frogs (OBC). National Tour: Aladdin (Omar u/s), Mary Poppins, Flower Drum Song. Regional: The King and I (Simon, Kralahome u/s), 9 to 5 (Dance Captain), How to Succeed..., Waterfall, Cinderella, Pacific Overtures, Miss Saigon. @kenwaykua
MATT KURZYNIEC (Ensemble, u/s Beetlejuice, u/s Adam, u/s Otho) just finished haunting the seas in the inaugural cast of Beetlejuice on Norwegian Cruise Line. National Tour: Tootsie (Jeff Slater). Off-Broadway: The Video Games (Emcee Super Mario). Regional: Rock of Ages (Lonny), Young Frankenstein (Igor), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Freddy Benson). BFA: Western Michigan. NYC local and Detroit, MI native. Many thanks to Catie, Michael, Telsey Office and the entire ‘juice team. Also thanks to Brian and HKA! All the love to God, my parents, family and friends. And finally… thank YOU for supporting live theatre! MattKwho.com @mattk313
SEAN McMANUS (Vacation Swing) is thrilled to be back in the Netherworld. Broadway: Beetlejuice National Tour: Cats. Regional: The Sound of Music (Paper Mill), Newsies and West Side Story (The Lex). Love and enormous gratitude to family, friends, The Collective and Telsey Office. TikTok/ Insta: @seany_mac / @smcmanus3
MATEO MELENDEZ (Ensemble). Beetlejuice The Musical (Ensemble), National Theatre, Winter Garden, Marquis Theatre; iLuminate’s Artist of
Light (Lt. Bob/Bboy), Malaysia, Hong Kong, US Tour; Newsies (Ensemble), Something Rotten (Ensemble), Fulton Theatre, MSMT; Newsies (Ensemble), Broadway Sacramento. Much love to my family and friends!
TREVOR MICHAEL SCHMIDT (Vacation Swing). Welcome to the Netherworld! TV: “SNL,” “The Kelly Clarkson Show”. National Tour: A Chorus Line. Regional: Signature Theatre (DC), The Muny, Sacramento Music Circus. Florida State Alum. Stephen King fan. Much love to Mom and Dad. @trevormichaelschmidt
LEXIE DORSETT SHARP (Swing, u/s Barbara, u/s Delia, u/s Maxine Dean, u/s Juno, u/s Miss Argentina). National/International Tour: School of Rock (Rosalie), Young Frankenstein (Elizabeth), Elf (Emily), The Addams Family (u/s Morticia/ Alice/ Grandma). CCM graduate. Thanks ATB Talent, Amy Murphy Studio, Telsey Office, her friends and family. Big love to Jesse! LexieDSharp.com @lexiedorsettsharp
EDDIE PERFECT (Music & Lyrics) is an Australian composer, lyricist, playwright,
musician, and performer. He was recently nominated for a Tony for Best Original Score for his work in Beetlejuice. His works for the stage include Shane Warne the Musical (Token Events), for which he won a Helpmann, a Green Room, and Victorian Premier’s Literary Award; Vivid White and The Beast (Melbourne Theatre Company); Strictly Ballroom (Global Creatures); Songs From the Middle (with the Brodsky Quartet); and King Kong on Broadway (Global Creatures). Eddie’s acting credits include Offspring (Ten), South Pacific (Opera Australia/Lincoln Center Theater), Keating! (Belvoir), and as a regular presenter on Playschool. He is currently playing Franklin Hart Jr. in the Australian production of 9 to 5. Eddie dedicates Beetlejuice to his wife, Lucy Cochran, and her long lost mother, Mary.
SCOTT BROWN (Book) has made theatre things with Anthony King since high school; decades later, their two-man musical comedy Gutenberg! The Musical! (dir. Alex Timbers) scored Drama Desk, Lortel, and Outer Critics Circle nominations, and a 2024 Tony nomination for Best Revival of a Musical. Scott also writes TV (HBO’s “Sharp Objects,” Hulu’s “Castle Rock,” WGN’s “Manhattan,” and novels (xL, Knopf). He won the George Jean Nathan Award for his theatre criticism at New York and spent many happy years at Entertainment Weekly. Infinite love to Robbie, Roger, Holland, and Robert, who made everything possible, and to Katie, Zoanna and Lily, who make everything worth it.
ANTHONY KING (Book) is an Emmynominated writer, producer, and performer who received a Tony nomination for his work on Beetlejuice. Other Broadway: Gutenberg! The Musical! with Scott Brown (Tony nomination for Best Revival of a Musical). TV: “The Afterparty“ (Apple TV+), “Silicon Valley” (HBO), “Broad City” (Comedy Central), “Dead To Me” (Netflix), “Search Party” (Max), “Woke” (Hulu) and more. He also spent many years as the artistic director of the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre in NYC. All the love in the world to his wife, Kate, and their daughters Eleanor and Lydia.
ALEX TIMBERS (Director) is the recipient of Tony, Golden Globe, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle and London Evening Standard awards, as well as two Obie and Lortel awards. Broadway:
Beetlejuice; Moulin Rouge!; David Byrne’s American Utopia; Oh, Hello with Nick Kroll and John Mulaney; The Pee-wee Herman Show; Disney’s Peter and the Starcatcher; Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (also book writer). TV: “John Mulaney: Kid Gorgeous at Radio City” (Netflix), “Mozart in the Jungle” (Amazon). His debut picture book, Broadway Bird, set in an all-animal version of Broadway, was recently published by Macmillan. @alextimbers
CONNOR GALLAGHER (Choreographer). Broadway: Beetlejuice. Other: The Robber Bridegroom (Roundabout, Astaire Award); Beauty and the Beast (Disney Dream, Brass Ring Award); Found (Philadelphia Theatre Company); Elf the Musical (Kennedy Center); The Twelve (Denver Center); Tangled (Disney Magic, world premiere); and productions at The Public Theater, Shakespeare Theatre Company, A.C.T., Two River, Westport Country Playhouse, Goodspeed, TheatreWorks and Northern Stage. Connor is a graduate of CCM, where in 2021 he received the Young Alumni Award. Spent a year on Broadway as a dancing rug. www.connorgallagher.com, @connorga
KRIS KUKUL (Music Supervision, Orchestrations & Incidental Music). Recent work: Sing Street (Huntington), In the Green (Lincoln Center Theater), David Byrne’s Joan of Arc (The Public Theater), Head Over Heels (Pasadena Playhouse), Runaways (City Center), Jeff Buckley’s The Last Goodbye (The Old Globe), The Heart of Robin Hood (Royal Alexandria Toronto), Songbird (59E59), Liz Swados Project (Ghostlight Records). Williamstown Theatre Festival; resident music director 2005–2014. International work: Greek National Theatre, Epidaurus Festival, Edinburgh Fringe. Composer: Camp Monster, Wing It! (WTF), Oliver Twist (STNJ), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (NTG). Adjunct faculty NYU/Tisch
DAVID KORINS (Scenic Design). Recent Broadway: Hamilton (Tony nom), Beetlejuice (Tony nom), Dear Evan Hansen, Mrs. Doubtfire. TV: 94th and 91st Academy Awards, “Grease: Live!” (Emmy Award), The Big Brunch, Last Week Tonight. Creative director: Immersive Van Gogh, Disney animation immersive experience, Hamilton: The Exhibition, David Blaine, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, Kanye West, Mariah Carey, Andrea Bocelli. Dad: Stella and Vivian. @davidkorins
WILLIAM IVEY LONG (Costume Design). Beetlejuice is Mr. Long’s 75th Broadway show! In addition to his countless design credits for television, film, opera and ballet, Mr. Long has won six Tony Awards, with 18 nominations. He was inducted into the Theater Hall of Fame in January 2006. williamiveylong.com
KENNETH POSNER (Lighting Design) designs extensively Off-Broadway, for resident theatres and for touring productions throughout the United States and internationally. His Tony nominated designs include The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, Coast of Utopia (Shipwreck), Beetlejuice, Hairspray, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Pippin, Kinky Boots, Cinderella, Wicked, Other Desert Cities, and The Merchant of Venice. He has received Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics’ Circle and Obie awards.
PETER HYLENSKI (Sound Design). Tony Award winner, Grammy and Olivier nominated. Selected designs: Moulin Rouge!, Frozen, Anastasia, Beetlejuice, Once on This Island, Something Rotten!, King Kong, Rock of Ages, After Midnight, Motown, The Scottsboro Boys, Side Show, Rocky, Bullets Over Broadway, Shrek the Musical, On a
Clear Day, Lend Me a Tenor, Elf. Other: Le Rêve and Lake of Dreams at Wynn Las Vegas.
PETER NIGRINI (Projection Design). Broadway (selected): MJ: The Musical; Ain’t Too Proud; SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical; Dear Evan Hansen; A Doll’s House, Part 2; Am lie; An Act of God; Fela! Elsewhere: Man in the Ring (Huntington Theatre); Grounded and Here Lies Love (The Public Theater); Real Enemies (BAM); Grace Jones’ Hurricane tour; Lucia di Lammermoor (Santa Fe Opera); Deep Blue Sea (Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Dance).
MICHAEL CURRY (Puppet Design) is the founder of Michael Curry Design, a world leader in character and concept design. Michael’s designs for Cirque du Soleil, Metropolitan Opera, Disney Theatrical (The Lion King, Frozen) and Olympics opening ceremonies have gathered multiple awards. Michael works with his long-term team in Portland, Oregon, continuing innovations in visual effects and puppetry.
JEREMY CHERNICK (Special Effects Design) has worked on 50-plus Broadway productions:
MacBeth, Search for Signs…, Clyde’s, Hadestown, Oklahoma! Jeremy worked with Disney Theatrical Group creating effects for Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, Aladdin, Hunchback… and Tarzan. West End: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Let the Right One In. Emmy Award honoree for work on NBC’s Jesus Christ Superstar Live! (2018). Jeremy serves as head designer for J&M Special Effects in Brooklyn. jmfx.net
MICHAEL WEBER (Magic & Illusion Design). Weber’s magic has appeared in Broadway productions including Angels in America, The Year of Magical Thinking, Faustus, In and of Itself, On the Stem, Ricky Jay and His 52 Assistants, Rogue’s Gallery and Topdog/Underdog. Film: Forrest Gump, Oceans 13, Serpent and the Rainbow, Sneakers, The Illusionist, The Parent Trap, The Prestige, and Wolf.
CHARLES G. LaPOINTE (Hair & Wig Design).
Broadway, touring, West End and international productions including Hamilton (Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylist Guild Award), MJ, The Cher Show (Drama Desk Award), The Band’s Visit, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Ain’t Too Proud, Beetlejuice, SpongeBob SquarePants: The Broadway Musical (Drama Desk Award), Jersey Boys, Anastasia. TV: “The Wiz” (Emmy Award nomination), “Jesus Christ Superstar Live!” (Emmy Award nomination/Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylist Guild Award).
JOE DULUDE II (Make-up Design). Broadway, Off-Broadway and West End: Wicked, KPOP, Beetlejuice, MJ the Musical, SpongeBob SquarePants; The Broadway Musical, Anastasia, Sunday in the Park with George, Torch Song Trilogy, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, etc. Film: Black Flame, Don’t Look Up, Ghostbusters. TV: “Jesus Christ Superstar Live!” (Emmy nomination), “Annie Live!,” “Julia,” “SpongeBob Live on Stage,” “The Gilded Age,” “Castle Rock.” Joedulude2.com, @dulude2
CATIE DAVIS (Associate Director). Broadway: Beetlejuice, Moulin Rouge!, Company. Other associate: Ben Platt Live from Radio City Music Hall (Netflix), The Public Theater, Roundabout. Catie directs and develops new contemporary musical theatre. catie-davis.com @catie-davis
MICHAEL FATICA (Associate Choreographer) has served on the choreography teams for Beetlejuice (Broadway), Matilda (International Tour) and the Radio City New York Spring Spectacular. His own work can be seen on Celebrity and Norwegian Cruise Lines and in the immersive burlesque show Speakeasy in midtown Manhattan. Broadway veteran of 7 shows. @michaelfatica
LORENZO PISONI (Physical Movement Coordinator). Broadway: Beetlejuice, Almost Famous, MJ, Gary, Frozen, Noises Off. As an actor, Lorenzo’s work on and off Broadway has been recognized with Drama Desk, Lucille Lortel, Obie and Outer Critics Circle awards. @lorenzopisoni
DAVID DABBON (Dance Arrangements). Emmy nomination: Eat Sh*t, Bob! (composer). Broadway: Funny Girl (additional dance arrangements), Disaster! (dance arranger). HBO’s Six by Sondheim (arranger). Orchestrator: Audra McDonald’s Sing Happy, Go Back Home. Graduate of the Hartt School and Carnegie Mellon University.
MATT STINE (Music Producer) is a Tony Award-winning orchestrator, two-time Grammynominated music producer and a Drama Desk, Lucille Little and Outer Critics Circle Awardnominated sound designer. Credits: KPOP, Moulin Rouge!, Once Upon A One More Time, Assassins (CSC), Sweeney Todd (Barrow Street), Here Lies Love (The Public Theater). 27sound.com
KRISTY NORTER (Music Coordinator) is a freelance musician and Music Coordinator. Her Coordinator credits include: Some Like It Hot; SIX; New York, New York; Back to the Future; SIX National Tours; Merrily We Roll Along; Mr. Saturday Night; Cyrano; Black No More; The Harder They Come; and SUFFS.
MIDIOMATIC, LLC (Keyboard Programmer) features electronic music design from Taylor Williams, Dana Haynes, and Ethan Deppe. Credits include King Kong, Be More Chill, Frozen, Moulin Rouge!, The Prince of Egypt, Lempicka, Griswold’s Broadway Vacation, Trading Places. midiomatic.com
ANDY GROBENGIESER (Music Director/ Conductor). Thanks to Eddie, Kris, Howie, and
Alex for this one. Broadway: Aladdin, King Kong, Groundhog Day, Ghost, The Little Mermaid, Lestat. National Tour: Peter and the Starcatcher, Shrek The Musical, The Lion King. B.M., Millikin University; M.M., UT-Austin. More at grobiemix.com.
THE ROAD COMPANY (Tour Booking).
Founded in 1997 by Stephen Lindsay and Brett Sirota. In addition to Back to the Future, current representation includes Wicked, The Outsiders, Death Becomes Her, Redwood, The Great Gatsby, Kimberly Akimbo, The Sound of Music, Beetlejuice, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Dirty Dancing, and more.
ALLIED
GLOBAL MARKETING (Tour Marketing & Press) is a full-service integrated marketing agency working with the world’s largest entertainment, consumer, and lifestyle brands, including 80+ Broadway shows over three decades. Current tours: Back to the Future, The Book of Mormon, Hadestown, Mamma Mia!, Mrs. Doubtfire, Riverdance, Some Like It Hot, The Twenty-Sided Tavern. Upcoming tours: Elf The Musical, The Great Gatsby, Kinky Boots, The Notebook, The Outsiders, Suffs.
THE TELSEY OFFICE (Casting). With offices in both New York and Los Angeles, The Telsey Office casts for theater, film, television, and commercials. The Telsey Office is dedicated to creating safe, equitable, and anti-racist spaces through collaboration, artistry, heart, accountability, and advocacy.
JOEL T. HERBST (Company Manager). Go Goslings!
HILLARY SMITH (Assistant Company Manager) couldn’t be happier traveling the country with Beetlejuice the Musical. Most recently she has spent time as the After School Program Director at Applause NY and the Director of Education at The Broadway Collective. Love to Ryan, Mom and Dad, and thanks to Joel!
GENEVIEVE KERSH (Production Stage Manager). Prior credits include Broadway: Shucked, 1776 (2022 Revival), Finding Neverland, Roundabout Theater’s revival of Noises Off. 1st National Tours: 1776 (2023 Revival), Finding Neverland, Blithe Spirit, Sister Act, Cinderella and
Anything Goes. Off-Broadway: A.R.T’s Becoming A Man (World Premier) & 1776 (2022 Revival), Hartford Stage’s Flamingo Kid (World Premier), 2ND Stage Theater’s Breaking The Story (World Premier) & Superhero (World Premier), PUBLIC Theater’s Eve’s Song (World Premier) & Runaways. Other Noteworthy Credits: Waitress, Boston Ballet, and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Proud graduate of Ithaca College & Member of Actor’s Equity.
LESLIE S. ALLEN (Stage Manager). National Tour: Pretty Woman… (1st National); Barney: Let’s Go Live!; Kelly Clarkson’s Addicted; George Strait, 2007. Regional: Philadelphia Theatre Company, Dallas Theater Center, Walnut Street Theatre, Dallas Children’s Theater. Dedicated to my mentor Claude File. Thank you to family and friends for love and support.
JOSEPH P. GARCIA (Assistant Stage Manager) is thrilled to be making his AEA debut with Beetlejuice! 13 countries and 5 continents of professional touring experience. Past credits include: Marvel Universe Live, Disney on Ice, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and more. Numerous entertainment offerings at Walt Disney World. All the love to family and friends. www.josephpgarcia.com
GENTRY & ASSOCIATES (General Management) has managed nearly 250 national and international touring theatrical productions over the past 25 years. Current and upcoming productions include A Beautiful Noise, Beetlejuice, The Book of Mormon, The Great Gatsby, Les Misérables, Life of Pi, Mark Twain Tonight!, Cameron Mackintosh presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, Water for Elephants and The Wiz.
JENNY GERSTEN (Line Producer) loves to produce. Producer of musical theatre at New York City Center, interim artistic director at the Williamstown Theatre Festival, at sea she’s the creative producer for Virgin Voyages. Other producing projects include The Outsiders (with American Zoetrope) and Born for This. Boards: Ballet Tech, The Debate Society, The Mercury Store.
MARK KAUFMAN (Executive Producer). As executive vice president, Warner Bros. Theatre
Ventures, Kaufman produced the West End, Broadway, first national tour and Australian production of the Olivier Award-winning musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and the Broadway stage adaptation of Stephen King’s Misery starring Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf, as well as the Tony Award-winning The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Recent and upcoming projects include Dave (Arena Stage), 17 Again (NAMT), Dog Day Afternoon and A Star Is Born. Before joining WBThV, Kaufman oversaw the Broadway productions of Hairspray, The Wedding Singer and Elf for New Line Cinema. Kaufman executive produced the New Line films Secondhand Lions, Hairspray, Four Christmases, 17 Again and My Sister’s Keeper and co-produced Valentine’s Day. Kaufman wrote Toothless for ABC’s Wonderful World of Disney and Just a Walk in the Park for ABC Family. Love to Stacey, Ethan, Spencer and Victoria.
LANGLEY PARK PICTURES (Executive Producer). Kevin McCormick serves as executive vice president production at Warner Bros. Pictures. (Formerly president of production, leaving in 2010 to start Langley Park Pictures). Kevin oversees many films, including Dune 2, Furiosa, The Wise Guys, and The Back Nine for HBOMax. Kevin is also an executive producer on the Broadway hit shows Beetlejuice and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and remains a senior advisor to Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures division.
MIMI INTAGLIATA (Executive Producer) (she/ her) has spent 30+ years working in theatrical production as a Stage Manager, Production Manager, and Producer. Credits: Director of Production Operations, Disney Theatrical Group - Beauty and the Beast (Shanghai Disneyland Resort), Frozen (Broadway), Newsies the Musical (national tour, theatrical film), The Lion King (Rafiki tour), developmental productions of The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Shakespeare in Love. Director of Production, Paper Mill Playhouse – over 40 productions including the World Premiere of Newsies the Musical, the North American premiere of the 25th Anniversary tour of Les Misérables (in partnership with NETworks). Production Manager, The Dodgers - 42nd Street (Broadway/ Tour), Urinetown (Broadway/Tour), and Bare: A Pop Opera (original off-Broadway), among
others. She and her wife, Alicia Duran, are proud parents of their two children, Celeste and Lucas.
WARNER BROS. THEATRE VENTURES (Producer) is thrilled to be returning to Broadway with Beetlejuice. Theatre Ventures develops and produces first-class musicals and stage productions from the company’s expansive catalogue. WBThV was previously represented on the West End, Broadway, Australia and currently on the national tour by Olivier Award-winning musical Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, the Broadway stage adaptation of Stephen King’s Misery starring Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf and by the Tony Award Best Play winner The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. Other Broadway credits include Tony Awardwinning musical The Bridges of Madison County, and the holiday hit Elf. The division is developing productions of Dave (Arena Stage), 17 Again (NAMT), Dog Day Afternoon and A Star Is Born. Additionally, we oversee and serve as creative consultants on the licensing of third-party stage rights to various properties held within the Studio’s vast media library such as the upcoming Broadway Vacation and Mr. Saturday Night.
NETWORKS PRESENTATIONS (Producer) is an industry-leading producer of touring theatrical productions, committed to delivering quality entertainment to audiences worldwide for more than 25 years. Current and upcoming productions include A Beautiful Noise, Beetlejuice, The Book of Mormon, The Great Gatsby, Les Misérables, Life of Pi, Mark Twain Tonights!, Cameron Mackintosh presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, Water for Elephants and The Wiz. networkstours.com
JEFFREY RICHARDS (Producer) is delighted to continue his association with Beetlejuice and is happy to collaborate again with Orin Wolf and NETworks Presentations, who have been the producing partners on the acclaimed National Tour of Fiddler on the Roof. Broadway producing musical credits include: Spring Awakening (Tony Award winner-Best Musical), Hair (Tony Award winner-Best Musical Revival), The Gershwins Porgy and Bess (Tony Award winner-Best Musical Revival), and The Bridges of Madison County. Upcoming: Maybe Happy Ending –
“the futuristic musical that the theatre has been waiting for” (Broadway’s Best Shows).
STEVE TRAXLER (Co-Producer) co-founded and served as CEO/President of Jam Theatricals for 25 years, selling the company at the end of 2019. During that time, he produced over 60 shows on Broadway earning 13 Tony Awards, multiple national tours, and several West End productions—as well as overseeing the revitalization of the National Theatre in Washington DC hosting pre-Broadway productions of If/Then, Mean Girls and Beetlejuice.
REBECCA GOLD (Producer). Numerous awards on Broadway (Porgy and Bess, All the Way) and off (Sleep No More, Sweeney Todd). Committed to bringing provocative and innovative work to audiences, she is extensively supportive of not-for-profit theatre.
JAMES L. NEDERLANDER (Producer). President of Nederlander Organization. Credits: The Outsiders; Sunset Blvd; Kimberly Akimbo; Some Like It Hot; Titanique; MJ; Mr. Saturday Night starring Billy Crystal; Tina; The Lehman Trilogy; On Your Feet!; The Elephant Man; Next to Normal; The Color Purple; Movin’ Out, and many more.
WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC (Producer) is the global music publishing company of Warner Music Group and home to legendary songwriters including Eddie Perfect. With worldwide offices, Warner Chappell provides deep expertise and innovative opportunities for its songwriters.
deROY FEDERMAN PRODUCTIONS/ 42ND. CLUB (Producers). Jamie deRoy: Ten Tony Awards, 150-plus Broadway and Off-Broadway shows. Wendy Federman: Thirteen Tony Awards, two Olivier Awards. 42nd.club: Principals include Phil Kenny and Diego Kolankowsky.
MARY LU ROFFE (Producer). Three-time Tony Award winner, has been producing on Broadway, London and national tours for 30 years. Love Beetlejuice. It’s showtime!!!!
MARC BELL & JEFF HOLLANDER (Producers). Marc is a two-time Tony Award winner (Jersey Boys and August: Osage County). Jeff makes his Broadway producing debut with Beetlejuice.
THE JOHN GORE ORGANIZATION (Producer) family of companies includes Broadway Across America and Broadway.com, under the supervision of 22-time Tony-winning producer John Gore. Productions include: MJ, Moulin Rouge!, The Outsiders, Gypsy.
RUTH & STEVE HENDEL (Producers). Broadway: Fela! Current tours: Mean Girls, The Band’s Visit, Ain’t Too Proud. Upcoming: A Walk on the Moon, Macbeth. Stephen (films): Finding Fela!, Neptune Frost
GABRIELLE PALITZ (Producer). 25 critically acclaimed shows including Ain’t Too Proud, All the Way (Tony), Bandstand, The Prom, Thoughts of a Colored Man, American Son, Lady Day…. Proud Second Stage trustee.
PIERCE FRIEDMAN PRODUCTIONS (Producer). Tommy Pierce and Harry Friedman have been involved in entertainment since the late 60s. This wonderful, irreverent production is a perfect continuation of their adventure.
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STAFF Beetlejuice
OPENING NIGHT DECEMBER 7, 2022
STAFF FOR BEETLEJUICE
EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
Mark Kaufman Kevin McCormick
Mimi Intagliata
GENERAL MANAGEMENT
GENTRY & ASSOCIATES
Gregory Vander Ploeg
Madeline McCluskey Shira Wolf
PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT
NETWORKS PRESENTATIONS
Jason Juenker
Hector Guivas
TOUR MARKETING AND PRESS
ALLIED GLOBAL MARKETING
Andrew Damer
Jennifer Gallagher Scott Praefke
Jessica Cary Davis Adina Hsu Amenkha Sembenu
Jessica Steans-Gail Emily Toppen
Anne Waisanen Kate Wyman
CASTING
THE TELSEY OFFICE
Rachel Hoffman, CSA
Rashad Naylor
Priya Ghosh Domonnique Aviles
TOUR BOOKING THE ROAD COMPANY
Stephen Lindsay Brett Sirota
Shawn Willett Gracie Lewis Quinn Wason Emma DiMaio
AnaBella Kalish Shane Parksmith Marissa Brotz trc.nyc
Production Stage Manager ..................... Genevieve Kersh
Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager
Company Manager
Assistant Company Manager
Leslie S. Allen
Joseph P. Garcia
Joel T. Herbst
Hillary Smith
Production Supervisor Stage Managers..... Rachel Bauder, Matt Bur
Assistant Director ............................................ Hunter Bird
Assistant Choreographer Nancy Renee Braun
Associate Scenic Design Rod Lemmond
Assistant Scenic Design .................................. Justin West
Associate Costume Design Paul Spadone
Assistant Costume Design ..................... Savannah Wetzel
Costume Assistant Dorathy Johnston
William Ivey Long Studio Director Donald Sanders
Associate Hair and Wigs Nicholas Parrish, Loren Skora
Assistant Make-up Tishonna Ferguson
Associate Lighting Design
Joel Shier
Assistant Lighting Design Samuel J. Biondolillo
Moving Light Programmer David Arch
Associate Sound Design ............................... Justin Stasiw
Associate Special Effects Design Megan Lang
Associate Projection Design..............................Kate Ducey
Projection Animator Lacey Erb
Projection Programmer Daniel Scully
Head Carpenter................................................... Greg Pott
Assistant Carpenter Ryan Coon
Flyperson.................................................... Leon Lobsinger
Head Electrician Michael Latocha
Assistant Electricians Carter Hammond, Jeremy Phelps
Head Audio Phillip Doumas
Assistant Audio Logan Miller
Head Props .......................................................Jack Covitz
Assistant Props Brooke Downing
Head Wardrobe ........................................... Michael Turner
Assistant Wardrobe Emily Newcomb
Hair and Makeup Supervisor Sara Jane Palmer
Assistant Hair & Make-up Sierra Peterson
Crew Swing Brandon Warner
Production Electricians..... Olivia R. Doniphan, Eric Norris, Justin Petito
Production Sound Heather Augustine, Mason Wisecup
Production Video Chelsea Zalikowski
Production Properties Dan Brown
Keyboard and Synthesizer Programmer ............................. Midiomatic, LLC/Taylor Williams/Dana Haynes/ Ethan Deppe
Touring Physical Therapist Claire Rhode
Physical Therapy NEURO TOUR Physical Therapy, Inc.
Safety Consultant .................................... Bryan Huneycutt
Production Photography MurphyMade
Video Services.................................................. HMS Media
Creative Services SpotCo
Website Services/Design SpotCo
Merchandise The Araca Group
Merchandise Managers Felipe Salcido and Edgar Garcia
Accounting ............................ NETworks Presentations LLC
Legal Services F. Richard Pappas, Esq.
HR Services ............................................... K+K Reset, LLC
Housing Road Rebel
Travel Agency Kessler & Co. / Direct Travel
Trucking ....................................................... Clark Transfer
FOR NETWORKS PRESENTATIONS
Chief Executive Officer ........................................ Orin Wolf
President/Chief Production Officer Seth Wenig
Chief Operating Officer/
Chief Financial Officer ............................Margaret Daniel
Business Affairs Scott W. Jackson
Executive Producers
Vice President of Finance
Mimi Intagliata, Hannah Rosenthal, Trinity Wheeler
Scott Levine
Sr. Director/Finance John Kinna
Controller Jennifer Gifford
Director of Tour Accounting ........................ Laura S. Carey
Tax Director Pat Guerieri
Tax Assistant Deborah Brown
Accounts Payables & Receivables Clerk Lisa Loveless
Sr. Director, Booking & Engagements Amanda Laird
Directors, Booking & Engagements ............. Stacey Burns, Colin Byrne
Booking Assistant ............................................. Lily Flippin
Director of Sales Zach Stevenson
Director of Marketing Heather Hess
Sr. Director/General Management Gregory Vander Ploeg
General Managers
Madeline McCluskey, Rebecca Shubart, Steven Varon-Moore
Associate General Manager Amanda Lenti, Heather Moss, Shira Wolf
Sr. Director/Production Management Jason Juenker
Sr. Production Manager Hector Guivas
Production Managers...... Matthew Reardon, Alex Williams
Technical Director pesci
Associate Production Manager ...... Aimeé Mangual Pagán
Production Coordinator Gina Boccolucci
Director of Operations Pearce Landry-Wegener
Workers Compensation Coordinator Kayla Rooplal
People Operations/Payroll Manager Sara Clayton
Executive Assistant ............................... Isabella Schiavon
Office Manager Michelle Adye
Adminstrative Assistant ............................. Aidan Herman
Music Coordinator John Mezzio
Warehouse Manager Joseph Spratt
NETworks Asset Manager ............................. Richard Haug
Warehouse Costume Shop Assistant Grace Santamaria
MUSIC CREDITS
“Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)” Written by Irving Burgie and William Attaway. Published by BMG Gold Songs (ASCAP) obo Caribe Music (ASCAP) and Reservoir Media Music (ASCAP) Reservoir Media Management, Inc. Used by permission. All rights reserved. “Jump in the Line” by Harry Belafonte, Ralph de Leon, Gabriel Oller and Steve Samuel. Published by Clara Music Publishing Corp. (ASCAP). Administered by Next Decade Entertainment, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
CREDITS
Scenery and scenic effects built, painted, and electrified by Great Lakes Scenic Studios. Show Control and Scenic Motion Control featuring STAGE COMMAND SYSTEMS®
by PRG Scenic Technologies, a division of PRG Broadway L.L.C., New Windsor, New York. Lighting equipment and special lighting effects by PRG Lighting. Sound equipment by Masque Sound. Video by PRG Video. Puppets by Symbolic Arts, Jerard Studios, Castelli Models, BB Props, Landmark Creations, and Sam Barnett at Silicone Sound. Props by Bad Monkey Props, Jerard Studio, R Ramos Upholstery, Tom Carroll Scenery, Barrington Brolly, Colonial Braided Rug, Dapper Cadaver, Austin Rodriguez, Rob McFadyen, Arin Pounov, Danielle Moyal, and M Picciuto. Costumes made by Jennifer Love Costumes; Euroco Costumes, Inc; Felsen Tailors; Giliberto Designs; Rachel Ralby; Panzai Boutique; David Dalrymple Studio. Millinery by Arnold S. Levine, Inc. Gloves by Wing & Weft Gloves. Custom fabric painting and printing by Jeff Fender Studio, Dyenamix Inc., Juliann E. Kroboth. Rehearsed at New 42 Studios, New York City.
MAKEUP PROVIDED BY MAC
SPECIAL THANKS TO
Devin Keudell and Michael Demniak, Bespoke Theatricals
The Carson Center, Paducah, KY, Mary E. Katz, Executive Director
Insurance Broker Services
EPIC Entertainment & Sports
Financial Services and banking arrangements by Flagstar Bank N.A.
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The Actors and Stage Managers employed in this production are members of Actors’ Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers in the United States.
All stage work performed by employees represented by IATSE.
UNITED SCENIC ARTISTS represents the designers and scenic painters for the American Theatre.
The Musicians employed in this production are members of the American Federation of Musicians of the United States and Canada.
The Director and Choreographer are members of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, an independent national labor union.
The Press Agents, Company and House Managers employed in this production are represented by the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers.
This production is produced by a member of The Broadway League in collaboration with our professional union-represented employees.
PLAYHOUSE SQUARE History
Playhouse Square Education Department
Since its inception in 1998, the Playhouse Square Education Department has remained committed to including the widest possible audience through streaming initiatives, sensory-friendly performances and its social justice series. The department is unique in the performing arts industry for the variety of programs it offers, the partnerships it initiates and the access it provides students, educators and aspiring artists to performing arts professionals. The Education Department oversees The Dazzle Awards presented by Pat and John Chapman, Disney Musicals in Schools presented by Dee and Jimmy Haslam, as well as school matinee performances, Children’s Theater Series and Family Theater Day. The department also manages the free Broadway Buzz pre-show talks that are held before most KeyBank Broadway Series performances. For more than 25 years, the Education Department has offered thousands of events, workshops and classes — most with minimal or no fees thanks to the generosity of our donors — and its nationally recognized performances and arts education programming have impacted hundreds of thousands of people in Cleveland and around the world, as they have enriched individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and means.
The Playhouse Square Chandelier
The Playhouse Square Chandelier at the intersection of E. 14th and Euclid Ave. is the largest outdoor chandelier in North America with 4200 crystals. The Chandelier is generously presented by GE Lighting, a Savant company.
A Change in History?
One of many fascinating items to be found in the book Playhouse Square: An Entertaining History deals with the infamous John Wilkes Booth. Booth performed locally at the old Academy of Music, which was one of the first drama schools in the country and was located at 1371 W. 6th Street. It was at that Cleveland Academy where he would play his last role prior to performing at Washington D.C.’s Ford Theatre where he would assassinate President Lincoln. (Might history have been changed if the Academy had held over Booth’s play for an extended run?)
There Goes the Neighborhood!
The 1870s ushered in the golden age for Euclid Avenue — known as Millionaire’s Row — as the street became a stretch of grand mansions, with grounds often extending as far as Lake Erie, and stately elm trees arching over the avenue.
But by Cleveland’s Centennial in 1896, Euclid Avenue residents were likely muttering, Well, there goes the neighborhood! as the dirt street was paved with sandstone, and businessmen began to buy up and tear down the mansions and towering elms to make way for commercial ventures.
Streetcar lines on the once totally residential stretch hastened the creation of a commercial district, forcing wealthy families to move even farther east on Euclid Avenue. In another 30 years, the district would see the birth of the five main theaters that would eventually become Playhouse Square.
Basketball on the KeyBank State stage?
The stage of the KeyBank State Theatre is so large that a typical high school gymnasium (complete with basketball court and bleachers) could easily fit on stage. As another point of comparison, three of the Mimi Ohio Theatre stages could fit onto the State’s stage.
The Mural Above the Fireplace
Above the fireplace at the rear of the KeyBank State Theatre auditorium, an original mural hangs despite its near-tragic loss. Removed from the wall in the early 1970s prior to the scheduled demolition of the venue, the mural eventually turned up in the basement of a piano store and was repurchased by Playhouse Square for $200.
The recovered mural was badly torn, having originally been painted on burlap then glued to the wall. The challenge of restoring the artwork fell to the Theater District’s Bonfoey Company. Artisans sanded the glue from the burlap and attached the cleaned mural to canvas via beeswax.
The next step was to clean and restore the work where needed. A stretcher for the canvas had to be custom-made. To eliminate tears and wrinkles, the stretcher was designed to expand and contract with the theater’s climactic changes and held together with springs (no nails or screws). It took Bonfoey employees 18 months to restore the painting at a cost of $8,500.
Although the creator of this mural is unknown, it is suspected to be Italian artist Sampitrotti, who had painted three murals for the original Mimi Ohio Theatre lobby. (Those murals were later destroyed in the Ohio’s 1964 lobby fire.)
World’s Longest Lobby Explained
In 1920 as the Loew’s chain anticipated building in the area that would come to be known as Playhouse Square, it was discovered there wasn’t sufficient room to build two theaters side by side in the available space.
Since it was important that the proposed theater marquees be located on Euclid Avenue, an architectural plan was devised. Even though the KeyBank State Theatre would be completed and open 21 months before the Connor Palace, it was decided to build the KeyBank State behind the Connor Palace. This led to the construction of the KeyBank State’s 320-foot-long lobby, reported to be the longest theater lobby in the world. The Mimi Ohio Theatre would then be built on the other side of the KeyBank State, giving all three theaters the desired Euclid Avenue marquee frontage.
What Would It Cost to Build Them Today?
Even though the Connor Palace is not the largest of the Playhouse Square venues, it was the most costly to build ($3.5 million) by the time it premiered on Nov. 6, 1922. The largest theater, the KeyBank State, (opened Feb. 5, 1921) was built at a cost of $2 million; the Mimi Ohio (Feb. 14, 1921) also cost $2 million, and the Allen’s costs totaled $1.9 million when it opened April 1, 1921. (Exact building costs for the Hanna Theatre — which opened March 28, 1921 — have yet to be uncovered.) In 1977, it was estimated that it would cost $75 million to recreate the Connor Palace.
A Phoenix from the Ashes
In 1964, the Mimi Ohio Theatre lobby and auditorium were destroyed by fire. When the fledgling Playhouse Square organization restored the spaces in 1982, funding and time constraints made it possible only for the auditorium to be fully restored. Thanks to a gift from the George Gund Foundation, the lobby was re-created in its original splendor in 2016. You can watch a documentary about the project, “Restoring the Legacy,” on Playhouse Square’s YouTube channel.
Re-Creating History
We call the completed Mimi Ohio Theatre George Gund Foundation Lobby project a “re-creation” rather than a restoration. Why? There was nothing left to restore after a 1964 fire destroyed the space. To reproduce the lobby’s original 1921
splendor, architects, restoration specialists and Playhouse Square staff conducted exhaustive research of the original drawings by architect Thomas Lamb, photo archives and a few remaining bits of ornamental plaster detail to gain a thorough understanding of the space and inform the plans for re-creating the lobby.
Broadway to Buildings
Where do the arts and real estate go hand-in-hand?
At Playhouse Square, of course! As the theaters began to be restored in the early 1980s, it was thought that developers would step in to build and open businesses around them. When that didn’t happen, Playhouse Square began to steward development of the surrounding neighborhood. In 1999, Playhouse Square became the first performing arts center with a real estate services division, which manages the more than 1.7 million square feet of property owned by the organization and another 1.5 million square feet outside the theater district. Other performing arts centers have since looked to our expertise as a model.
YPs Take the Lead
Best known as the masterminds behind the annual Jump Back Ball benefit, Playhouse Square’s young professionals group – Partners – was formed in 1991. Since then, hundreds of young professionals engage with Playhouse Square each year to build leadership skills, raise funds and volunteer in support of our not-for-profit mission, enjoy shows together, network and have fun!
Keeping Up the KeyBank State Theatre
First restored more than 30 years ago, the KeyBank State Theatre was repainted from the street to the proscenium in 2015. The new, cohesive color palette showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of the nearly 100-year-old theater. It took 25 painters 12,500 hours and 595 gallons of paint in 15 different colors to complete the project, which also included 6000 sheets of new metal leafing in the auditorium dome and the application of a historically accurate wall-covering design. While the theater was dark, its lighting fixtures and restrooms received major upgrades.
What’s in a Logo?
The Playhouse Square logo we use today – a tilted burgundy square with a capital P in its center –
was introduced in 2008 to capture the enduring spirit of entertainment and excitement. Each of the logo’s graphic elements has meaning: the exclamation point with a star in the “P” symbolizes excitement and innovation; the swirl in the “P” represents creativity and forward motion; the tilted square symbolizes Playhouse Square as a destination; and the burgundy color gives nod to the color scheme of our historic theaters.
Going Green
While red is the color most often associated with theaters, Playhouse Square is making efforts to go “green.” You will find receptacles for recycling paper, plastic and cans throughout the complex. Lighting fixtures are being switched to LED for increased energy efficiency. And the Playhouse Square administrative office is making strides towards going paperless.
Patterns in Plaster
As you walk through the theaters, you may notice various patterns within the plaster decoration. Common are dentil, lamb tongue, rope and rosettes. Other patterns you may see have been associated with certain meanings since they were first used hundreds or even thousands of years ago, such as the acanthus leaf (immortality), egg and dart (life and death), and the palm leaf, first used in ancient Egypt as a reference to the Nile River. In the KeyBank State Theatre, if you look closely and carefully, you can find ox skulls, which were believed to offer protection from natural elements. And throughout the theaters, you will find griffins, mythical creatures thought of as guardians.
The ”Blue Urn”
On the mezzanine level of the Connor Palace lobby, you’ll find a cobalt blue urn sitting on a marble base. The urn, weighing 325 pounds, was made in Sevres, France before WWI. It is said that its twin resides in the Louvre Museum.
The Show That Saved Playhouse Square
After seeing a performance of Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well and Living in Paris at Cleveland State University, Ray Shepardson — the man who was the driving force behind the saving of Playhouse Square’s theaters — decided to stage the show in the KeyBank State Theatre lobby for three weeks. Clevelanders flocked to the performances and the
show’s run extended to more than two years, proving that audiences would return to Playhouse Square and to downtown.
In Residence
Playhouse Square is proud to be the home of eight resident companies: The City Club of Cleveland, Cleveland Ballet, Cleveland International Film Festival, Cleveland Play House, Cleveland State University Department of Theatre and Dance, DANCECleveland, Great Lakes Theater and Tri-C JazzFest.
You Can Find Us on YouTube
There’s lots to see on the Playhouse Square YouTube channel: show content; interviews; videos about our education programs and what it’s like to be a RedCoat; documentaries about our history, the re-creation of the Mimi Ohio Gund Foundation Lobby, and our 2021 reopening...and more!
A League of Our Own
Playhouse Square is a member of The Broadway League, the national trade association for the Broadway industry. Formed in 1930, members include theater owners and operators, producers, presenters, general managers and suppliers throughout North America.
Marquees on Display
The Playhouse Square District is shining brighter than ever before with our magnificent marquees and outdoor digital signage. The marquees’ designs were inspired by each historic theater with the ceiling of each marquee capturing elements from the grand ceiling of its respective theater. The marquees are equipped with localized sound to welcome audiences with thematic soundtracks, as well as sustainable, energy-efficient LED lighting that can complement shows, holidays and other themes. Guests can catch the Marquee Moment presented by GE Lighting, a Savant company, every night before entering and leaving their performances at the theaters.
Officially Historic
In 1978, Playhouse Square was added to the National Register of Historic Places, the official list of U.S. historic sites worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation
Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate and protect America’s historic and archeological resources.
What Were They Watching?
When Playhouse Square’s historic theaters first opened, popular forms of entertainment included vaudeville and silent films. A vaudeville show would feature a variety of acts including burlesque, comedy, and song and dance. Silent films were accompanied by live music, usually played on an organ, that would accentuate and punctuate the action on screen.
Roman Rotunda
The design for the Allen Theatre’s rotunda was
inspired by the Villa Madama near Rome. Commissioned by Cardinal de’ Medici, the Villa was created by Raphael and Giovanni da Udine. The direct influence of the Villa Madama can be found in the rotunda’s paintings and color palette, as well as the original floor plan for the theater and lobby.
Seating Styles to Suit
The Hanna Theatre features seven different styles of seating, though none is ever more than 13 rows from the action. You can choose from traditional theater seating in the orchestra or balcony, club chairs, banquettes, bar stools, lounge seating and historic or balcony boxes.
A Curtain with History
It is has long been common practice for touring shows and performers to leave their mark backstage: some sign walls, some sign posters to be hung by theater staff and crew, and some attach t-shirts or posters, create drawings or sign onto the theater curtain itself. From its opening in 1921 through the 1980s, hundreds of such t-shirts, drawings and signatures accumulated on the Hanna Theatre curtain, now housed in the Special Collections Department of the Cleveland State University library.
The Power of Three
The Power of Three: The Allen Theatre Project brought Cleveland Play House, Cleveland State University and Playhouse Square together as partners to reconfigure the Allen Theatre, build the Outcalt Theatre and The Helen, and create a new pedestrian walkway from the Playhouse Square parking garage to the theaters. This partnership would bring Cleveland Play House and Cleveland State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance to Playhouse Square as resident companies.
Building Cleveland
The original builder of the Allen and Hanna Theatres — John Gill & Sons Co. — also built Judson Manor (known then as Wade Park Manor), the Federal Reserve Bank and the Terminal Tower.
Young STARS Shine At Playhouse Square
You might see volunteer RedCoats from time to
time who look like they’re not old enough to vote — and they aren’t. These youths are part of the successful STARS (Students Take A Role at the Square) program, where older students volunteer to usher at Broadway Series shows, concerts and other special events at the theaters. While the STARS program can be interesting and fun for all students, it becomes a particularly invaluable opportunity to gain experience and behind-thescenes knowledge for those students who are planning future careers in the performing arts.
The KeyBank State Theatre Murals
The four murals on the walls of the KeyBank State Theatre lobby were painted by American Modernist James Daugherty (1890-1974), whose work hangs in the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum and the Smithsonian. One of the murals, The Spirit of Cinema, was featured on the cover of Life magazine on February 20, 1970. It was that national attention that became the convincing argument to save the venue from the wrecking ball. Destruction of the State would also have meant the loss of the original historic Daugherty murals, since they are painted directly on the walls. Today they are the only Daugherty works which remain at the original site where they were painted.
Performers Help Restore Playhouse Square
During her 1996 run of Kiss of the Spider Woman, legendary Broadway star Chita Rivera was given a guided tour of Playhouse Square. As she followed her tour guide into the State auditorium, an excited Chita pointed to the mezzanine railing and proudly exclaimed, I helped paint that! Indeed, she had. In 1984, Chita had last played Playhouse Square when much restoration remained, and during her free time willingly added her brush strokes to the history of the State. Likewise, Mary Travers of Peter, Paul & Mary fame also performed at the KeyBank State Theatre several times during its early restoration. She became so enthusiastic over the restoration process that she would climb the scaffolding and help paint the ceiling. Like Chita, on a return visit, Mary pointed out the ceiling area that she had helped paint (just-above-and-to-the-left of the Men’s Room doorway on the mezzanine).
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