PLAYBILL
PRODUCTION SPONSOR
Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman
Letter from our PRESIDENT
On behalf of the Board of Directors, it is our pleasure to welcome you to Revival Theatre Company’s eleventh season! Thank you for sharing our passion for musical theatre and joining us for what promises to be an unforgettable year.
Fresh off our triumphant tenth anniversary season, which culminated in a sold-out run of La Cage aux Folles , we are thrilled to continue our tradition of presenting both classic musicals and contemporary gems, including an Iowa premiere this fall. As Cedar Rapids’ professional theatre company, we remain dedicated to our mission of filling a unique artistic and audience need by showcasing exceptional local talent alongside professional actors from across the country. Now in our second decade, Revival Theatre Company is poised to deliver even more vibrant, high-quality musical theatre to our community.
None of this would be possible without you—our cherished audience— and the generous support of countless individual donors. If you enjoy your experience with RTC, we warmly invite you to become a season subscriber and consider supporting us as a donor. Your contributions help sustain the artistry and energy of our productions. We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to CSPS, our valued partner and home to RTC’s offices. We look forward to deepening this collaboration as we continue to thrive as their resident theatre company.
Thank you for being part of our journey. Here’s to an extraordinary season of music, stories, and connection!
DAVID LAWRENCE President, Board of Directors
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
David Lawrence | President
Vannessia Klinsky | Vice President
DIRECTORS
Nina Brundell
Greg Kanz
Cathy Koebrick
Julie Kraft
Lorelle Lindo
Ryan Buresh | Treasurer
Janet Shepherd-Meier | Secretary
Abby Scheitlin
Susie Streit
Jill Wilkins IN MEMORIAM
Carma Lou Beck
Cameron Sullenberger
BRIAN GLICK Executive & Artistic Director
Letter from our EXECUTIVE & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
One of the most exciting things I get to do each year is share what our programming is going to be. Our eleventh season is no different. We open with a new contemporary story about how we come together in a show of humanity when faced with tragedy and grief in the inspiring true story of Come From Away . From one of the greatest composers and lyricists of our time, Stephen Sondheim, we bring this rarely produced gem and one of my favorites, Merrily We Roll Along to the stage. A story about growing up. We close the season with a show that stands the test of time, an American classic that becomes more relevant with each passing decade in Fiddler on the Roof. We’ve also programmed an anticipated partnership with our friends at Orchestra Iowa with the Broadway Pops and our 3rd annual fundraiser will bring the house down with Shawndell Young and Alica Monee. We’ve seen a 50% increase in season subscriptions. What this tells us is our patrons know they can expect an exceptional experience when attending an RTC show.
Many individuals have worked hard since our founding to get us where we are today. Many of those believed in the dream Cameron Sullenberger and myself envisioned. I'm so pleased and grateful for the support from the board of directors, the guild, and staff who continue to help shape a strong future for RTC. If the past season was any indication of what RTC can do, imagine, with your support, what else could be in store.
Thank you for joining us this season. Cheers to endless dreams and thrilling musical experiences.
STAFF
Brian Glick | Production, Executive & Artistic Director
Hilery Livengood | Development Adviser
FRIENDS OF RTC
GUILD CO-CHAIRS
Amy Blades
Tina March
Janna Murra with ESG | Bookkeeper
June Schumacher | Executive & Artistic
Administrative Coordinator
GUILD MEMBERS
Karen Delaney
Sara Hofer
David Maier
Janelle Miller
Susan Scharnau-Schultejans
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MUSIC / LYRICS / BOOK by David Hein & Irene Sankoff
ORIGINAL BROADWAY PRODUCTION PRODUCED by Junkyard Dog Productions
ORCHESTRATIONS by August Eriksm ARRANGEMENTS by lan Eisendrath
CREATIVE TEAM
SOUND DESIGNER: Darin Ulmer HAIR AND MAKEUP DESIGNER: Sarah Fried
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR: Adam Christy
COSTUME DESIGNER: Melonie Stoll
LIGHTING DESIGNER: Kristin Olinger
DIALECT COACH / Katy Hahn
SCENIC DESIGNER: Scott Olinger STAGE MANAGER: Griffin Scribbs
MUSICAL STAGING by Anne McAlexander
MUSIC DIRECTION & CONDUCTED by Angie Benson
DIRECTED by Brian Glick
REVIVAL THEATRE COMPANY
THANKS THE GENEROUS SUPP ORT FROM
PRODUCTION SPONSOR / Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR THIS PRODUCTION WAS GENEROUSLY
PROVIDED BY / Beverly & Larry Blades, Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman, UFG Insurance, Mark & Tracy Zimmerman, Mike & Karen Delaney, Susan & Gary Streit, Great America Financial Services, Hills Bank, Cassill Motors, Iowa Arts Council, Iowa Economic Development Authority, National Endowment for the Arts
FRIENDS OF RTC
GUILD CO-CHAIRS
Amy Blades and Tina March
GUILD MEMBERS
Karen Delaney
Sara Hofer
David Maier
Janelle Miller
Susan Scharnau-Schultejans
HOST FAMILIES
Roger and Colleen Cassill
Ben Fashimpaur & Hilery
Livengood
Gayle Glick
Janet Oja
Janet Shepherd-Meier
Come From Away was originally co-produced in 2015 by La Jolla Playhouse and Seattle Repertory Theater and presented in 2016 by Ford’s Theatre. / Come From Away (NAMT Festival 2013) was originally developed at the Canadian Music Theatre Project, Michael Rubinoff Producer, Sheridan College in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, and was further developed at Goodspeed Musicals’ Festival of New Artists, in East Haddam, Connecticut.. / The Canada Council for the Arts, The Ontario Arts Council, and The Fifth Avenue Theatre, Seattle, Washington, also provided development support.
{ THIS SHOW CONTAINS ADULT HUMOR AND THEMES }
Produced with special agreement through Music Theatre International (MTI) • www.mtishows.com
CA ST
JANICE & OTHERS / Allison Dixon
KEVIN J., ALI & OTHERS / Bryant Duffy
BEULAH & OTHERS / Marcia Hughes
BEVERLEY, ANNETTE & OTHERS / Miranda Luze
OZ & OTHERS / Casey Prince
CLAUDE & OTHERS / Steve Rezabek
BAND
PIANO/CONDUCTOR / Angie Benson
GUITAR / Jason Shadrick
BASS / Ken DeKeyser & Jonah Prall
BODHRAN/PERCUSSION / Nathan Ortiz
PRODUCTION TEAM
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR / Jason Millsap
ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER & PROPS MANAGER / Jon Balagtas
MASTER ELECTRICIANS / Jim Vogt
SCENIC CHARGE / Leslie Delavan
CARPENTERS / Seth Walters & Scot Pio
WARDROBE SUPERVISORS / Grace Black & Eloise Prince
STAFF
EXECUTIVE & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR / Brian Glick
DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR / Hilery Livengood
BOOKKEEPER / Janna Murra with ESG
EXECUTIVE & ARTISTIC ADMINISTRATOR / June Schumacher
IN MEMORIAM
DIANE & OTHERS / Lynne Rothrock
BONNIE & OTHERS / Susan Scharnau-Schultejans
NICK, DOUG & OTHERS / Greg Smith
BOB & OTHERS / Darian Troy
HANNAH & OTHERS / Hannah-Kathryn "HK" Wall
KEVIN T., GARTH & OTHERS / Ian Zahren
DRUMS / Seth Rezek
FLUTE / Jennifer Cunningham
FIDDLE / Marita May O'Connell
STAGE TECHNICIAN / Scot Pio
AUDIO VISUAL SUPERVISOR / David Medin
MUSICIANS CONTRACTOR / Jason Shadrick
PRODUCTION PHOTOGRAPHER / Seth Walters
PUBLICITY PHOTOS / Ben Easter
COME FROM AWAY ARTWORK / James Lacey at Dennard Lacey & Associates
AUDIO 2 / Mike Stoddard
FRONT OF HOUSE / Barb Colehour
HEAD USHER / Karri Burkhardt
ADVERTISING & PROMOTIONS / KZIA Inc.
GRAPHIC DESIGNERS / James Lacey & Shyann Haught, Dennard Lacey and Associates
CO-FOUNDER & MUSIC DIRECTOR / Cameron Sullenberger FOUNDING BOARD MEMBER / Carma Lou Beck
JON BALAGTAS
{ ASM/Props Manager }
all these years to make her debut with Revival Theatre Company! National Tours: A Chorus Line and Copacabana
Jon Balagtas is a proud South Jersey native, and is thrilled to be joining Revival Theatre Company. Recent credits include Pretty Woman (Regional Premiere, The Gateway); Dreamgirls, Noél Coward’s Hay Fever, Elf The Broadway Musical (Walnut Street Theatre); Rent and An Actor’s Nightmare (Rutgers-Camden Theater); World Premier of Oz.Org (Philadelphia Fringe Festival). Vox Populi! Show some love to @glsen & @trevorproject <3
ANGIE BENSON
{ Music Direction & Conductor }
Angie Benson is a Washington, D.C. based music director, conductor, and pianist. An alumna of Coe College, she’s thrilled to return to Cedar Rapids after
Select Regional: Signature Theatre: David Henry Hwang and Jeanine Tesori’s update of Soft Power , In The Heights, and The Color Purple (Helen Hayes Award, Outstanding Musical); Kennedy Center: Through the Sunken Lands ; Studio Theatre: Fun Home ; Olney Theatre Center: Singin’ in the Rain and Elf ; Kansas City Starlight: School of Rock and First Date; Utah Musical Theatre: Side By Side By Sondheim ; Stoneham Theatre: The Who’s Tommy, New Theatre: Have You Met Miss Jones (starring Shirley Jones and Patrick Cassidy). Upcoming: The Great Emu War (Goodspeed Musicals) and Octet (Studio Theatre).
ADAM CHRISTY
{ Technical Director }
Adam Christy is thrilled to be a part of Come From Away with Revival Theatre Company. He is returning this season
after assisting as carpenter in last year's production of La Cage Aux Folles. Adam earned his BA in Theatre from the University of lowa and is extremely happy to be immersed again into the scenery building world. Thanks to Ashley, Harrison, Helen, and Edith. Love you all!
SARAH FRIED
{ Hair & Makeup Designer }
This is Sarah Fried’s thirteenth show as Wig and Makeup Designer for Revival Theatre Company. She also designs for Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre and is on call for wigs at Theatre Cedar Rapids. For 15 years, Sarah was Wig and Makeup Designer for Arizona Opera before moving back to Mount Vernon. Sarah also has worked for several Midwest theatre and opera festivals.
BRIAN GLICK
{ Executive & Artistic Director }
Brian is the Executive and Artistic Director of Revival Theatre Company. During the past 10 years he has directed more than 30 stage productions, earning him high praise for his dynamic and richly layered productions. The Gazette wrote, "Artistic Director Brian Glick has a knack for his wonderful elite talent for his productions on stage and behind the scenes..." In recent seasons, Brian has directed the Midwest premiere of Dogfight and staged the Iowa premieres of White Christmas and Grey Gardens
Brian has developed musical pieces in non-traditional spaces, creating intimate and contemporary experiences for actors and audiences.
As a freelance director, Brian has worked on operas, musicals, and plays.
Brian produced and directed Side Show as a fundraiser for Families Helping Families and Baby for The Young Parents
Network. Most recent credits include: Jim McDonough's Holiday Grande tour; Victor/ Victoria , Parade In Concert , Evita , and Funny Girl with RTC; Amy at the Opus ; A Sondheim Cabaret and Brucemorchestra with Orchestra Iowa; and La Boehme , Carmen , Don Giovanni , and La Traviata with Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre.
Brian spent nine seasons with Starlighters Theatre as resident director – Forever
Plaid , Oliver , Some Enchanted Evening , Last Five Years , My Way , Scrooge , Anything Goe s and Honk! His work with Theatre Cedar Rapids and Orchestra Iowa on The Music Man won a collaboration award, and he’s directed multiple concerts and fundraisers. Brian has also worked with the Cedar Rapids Follies as a designer and stage manager.
Brian was honored to work with The New York Drama League and Tony-nominated director Marcia Milgrom Dodge. He also collaborated on Opal with Broadway composer and lyricist Robert LindseyNassif and served as an Academy and First Stage teacher with the Omaha Playhouse.
Brian's strong leadership and vision
has caught the attention of industry professionals across the region. In 2019 Brian staged a world premiere of the musical Chaplin before its London debut. In 2020, Brian was the recipient of the Corridor Business Journal’s Forty Under 40 of most influential leaders.
Brian is the founder, creator, and producer of Iowa Concert of Hope, a relief concert to benefit those who suffered loss from the 2020 derecho that hit Cedar Rapids and the state of Iowa. Concert performers included, most notably, Ron Livingston, Tim Shew, Linda Eder, Betty Buckley, Edwin McCain, Kim Scharnberg, Elena Shaddow, and Chris Brubeck.
ANNE MCALEXANDER
{ Musical Staging }
Anne is Assistant Professor of Theatre specializing in Musical Theatre at Central Michigan University. Since joining the faculty at CMU, she has spearheaded musical theatre recruitment efforts, overseen the MT program, taught classes, and directed and choreographed three
Before joining the faculty of CMU, Anne served as Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre and Directing at Nebraska Wesleyan University and spent a year as Visiting Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre at University of Kentucky.
Anne also served as Associate Artistic Director at Summer Repertory Theatre Festival in Northern California and head of theatre department at French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts. She has directed and choreographed productions at Boston’s Fiddlehead Theatre, Boston University, Belmont University, SUNY Fredonia, and Hardin Simmons University.
A native Texan, Anne earned her M.F.A. in Directing at Ohio University and her B.F.A. in Musical Theatre Performance from SUNY Fredonia.
JASON MILLSAP
{ Production Coordinator }
with a B.F.A. in Theatre Arts/Acting from Drake University in 2014 and is currently pursuing his M.F.A. in Performing Arts Management at Brooklyn College with an anticipated completion in the spring of 2027. Enjoy the show!
KRISTIN OLINGER
{ Lighting Designer }
Kristen Olinger is the Director of Design and Production at ICON Arts Academy in Iowa City. Her local work includes Video and Lighting Design for Theatre Cedar Rapids, Revival Théâtre Company, Cedar Rapids Opéra Théâtre, Riverside theatre, and more. Her National credits include Lexington Children’s theatre, Triad Stage Company, North Carolina Stage company, The Clarence Brown Theatre, Jobsite theatre and more. She would like to thank her husband and family for all the late nights and the endless love and support!
SCOTT OLINGER
{ Scenic Designer }
Scott Olinger serves as the Head of Design and Production for the Cornell College Department of Theatre and Dance where he has worked since 2000. Recent designs include 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee , Parade in Concert and Over the Rainbow for Revival Theatre Company, productions.
Jason Millsap (Production Coordinator) is a multihyphenate artist & administrator located in North Liberty, IA. He currently serves as the Associate Company Manager for the University of lowa Performing Arts Production Unit where he supports the academic productions in the Departments of Theatre Arts, Dance, & the School of Music.
He also enjoys a significant freelance career throughout southeast lowa as a Director, Actor, & Educator. Recent credits include work with Theatre Cedar Rapids (Disney's Beauty & the Beast, Waitress, Cabaret) , Revival Theatre Company ( Eliot Ness in Cleveland, Parade (2024), Titanic the Musical), and City Circle Theatre Company (Disney's High School Musical Onstage!, The Importance of Being Earnest). Jason graduated
Christmas with Wartburg on IPTV, Ordinary Days at UNI, Cendrillon, Tosca and Cosi Fan Tutte for Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre, Rock of Ages and Spongebob: The Musical for TCR, The Wild Party and Sondheim on Sondheim at City Circle, and Macbeth and The Moors at Cornell. Upcoming designs include Head Over Heels at Cornell College, We'll Get Back To You with Crooked Path Theatre (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), and The Mystery of Edwin Drood at City Circle. He holds an MFA in Design from Penn State University and a BA in Theatre from the University of Northern Iowa. Scott also serves as lighting designer for the midwest band The Pork Tornadoes, and is the director of lighting for RGS Productions.
GRIFFIN SPRIGGS
{ Stage Manager }
Griffin Spriggs [he/him] is thrilled to make his RTC and regional theatre debut with Come From Away. He is currently on a summer hiatus from the 2nd National Tour of Hadestown and will return as the ASM in the fall. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre from the University of Florida. Griffin has also worked regularly in Youth Theatre, most recently at Perry-Mansfield Arts School and Camp, in Steamboat Springs, CO. Many thanks to Brian, the team at Revival Theatre Company and his mom, dad and sister for their continued love and support. IG: @ griffinspriggs
MELONIE STOLL
{ Costume Designer }
Melonie Stoll is in her fifth season as costume designer for Revival Theatre Company. She is a freelance designer who has worked with many area theatres, including TCR, RHCR, and Riverside Theatre. Favorite shows include Honk! (RTC), Chaplin (RTC), Mamma Mia (TCR), A Doll’s House (TCR), The Rocky Horror Picture Show (RHCR) The Wizard of Oz Jr. (RHCR), and Comedy of Errors (Riverside Theatre).
DARIN ULMER
{ Sound Designer }
This is Darin’s eighth season with Revival Theatre Company. Previous sound design work has been with Theatre Cedar Rapids, City Circle, and Jim McDonough‘s Holiday Grande tour.
Next to Normal 2024-25 Season Anthony Hendricks, Amy Friedl and Antonio Porciello photo by Seth Walters
"WELCOME TO THE ROCK" – CLAUDE, COMPANY
"38 PLANES" – COMPANY
"BLANKETS AND BEDDING" – COMPANY
"28 HOURS / WHEREVER WE ARE" – COMPANY
"DARKNESS AND TREES" – COMPANY
"ON THE BUS" – COMPANY
"DARKNESS AND TREES – REPRISE" – COMPANY
"LEAD US OUT OF THE NIGHT" – COMPANY
"PHONING HOME" – COMPANY
"COSTUME PARTY" – DIANE, KEVIN 1, BEVERLEY, HANNAH, KEVIN 2, NICK, BOB
"I AM HERE" – HANNAH
"PRAYER" – COMPANY
"ON THE EDGE" – COMPANY
"IN THE BAR/HEAVE AWAY" – COMPANY
"SCREECH IN" – CLAUDE, COMPANY
"ME AND THE SKY" – BEVERLEY, COMPANY
"THE DOVER FAULT" – NICK, DIANE
"STOP THE WORLD" – NICK, DIANE, COMPANY
"38 PLANES – REPRISE/SOMEWHERE IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE" – BEVERLEY, COMPANY
"SOMETHING'S MISSING" – COMPANY
"10 YEARS LATER" – COMPANY
"FINALE" – CLAUDE, COMPANY
"SCREECH OUT" – BAND
CAST
ALLISON DIXON
{ Janice & Others }
Allison Dixon is elated to be returning to the Revival Theatre Company stage! She is a L.A. native (that’s Lower Alabama) and currently calls Nashville home by way of NYC. She is a proud alumna of Western Carolina University BFA Musical Theatre, and NYC Stella Adler School of Acting. Select regional credits include: The Boy Who Kissed The Sky (Alliance Theatre), Les Misérables (Connecticut Repertory Theatre), Beehive (Atlanta Lyric Theatre), A Chorus Line (Springer Opera House), SUDS! (Highlands Playhouse), The Yellow Wallpaper (Atlanta Musical Theatre Festival), Honk! (Revival Theatre Company), Mary Poppins (City Circle Theatre Company), The Lost Colony (2014), and Della’s Diner National Tour (2015). | IG: @allisonpdixon | “In here, life is beautiful.”
BRYANT DUFFY
{ Kevin J., Ali & Others }
Bryant Duffy (Kevin J & Others) is thrilled to be in Iowa’s first regional production of, “Come From Away”, and his 8th production with Revival Theatre Company! Other Revival credits include, Jacob “La Cage Aux Folles” , Leaf Coneybear “ 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” , Henry Etches “Titanic”, The Cat “Honk!” Det. Starnes, “Parade” Douglas Fairbanks, “Chaplin” and Dick Bernly “9 to 5”. Other recent credits include: Theo, Mr. Williams, Gabe Brown, “School of Rock”, Ernst Ludvig “Cabaret” Brad Majors “Rocky Horror Show”, Valerie Bertinelli “Eddie and Dave”, and Phil D’armaro “Wild Party”. Bryant studied theatre performance (acting) at the University of Northern Iowa. Thank you for supporting Revival Theatre Company!
MARCIA HUGHES
{ Beulah & Others }
Marcia Hughes (Beulah and others) is honored to make her Revival Theatre debut with this remarkable true story, and is grateful to Brian for giving her the opportunity to join this incredible company of talent. Marcia has appeared frequently with regional theatres since moving to Cedar Rapids 34 years ago. Some favorite roles include Rose in Gypsy, Ursula in The Little Mermaid , Mame in Mame , Patsy Cline in Always, Patsy Cline, Sara Jane Moore in Assassins, Phyllis in Follies , and Queen Elizabeth I in Shakespeare In Love . Marcia was also privileged to originate the role of J. in The Parking Lot, which was staged in the CSPS parking lot during the pandemic. As a vocalist, she has been featured with the I-380 Express, Vanguard Jazz Collective, Dan Knight Jazz Trio, and Rod Pierson Big Band. Now retired from a career in education, communications, and development, Marcia loves having more time for music, theatre, and to volunteer with Meals on Wheels and other community groups. Love to Scot and her beautiful family for their support. Thank you all for embracing live theatre by attending.
Welcome to the Rock!
MIRANDA LUZE
{ Beverley, Annette & Others }
Miranda Luze (Beverly & Others) is a New York based performer and voice teacher. She is so excited to return to Come From Away with Revival Theatre Company! Most recently she was the Beverley Bass and Diane Standby for the Come From Away North American Tour. Other credits include: Kinky Boots (Norwegian Cruise Line), The Office: A Musical Parody (Off B’Way), The Eleventh Hour (Off B’Way) & Little Women (The Palace Theatre). She can be heard on Ryan Scott Oliver’s Tomorrow the Island Dies, Past Demons & Ethan Carlson’s Her Sound available on all streaming platforms. Miranda graduated from Drake University, and is so excited to be performing in Iowa again! Thank you to my husband Nathan, family, and friends for their endless support! Insta/Tiktok: @miranda.luze
CASEY PRINCE
{ Oz & Others }
Casey Prince (Oz & Others ) Casey is humbled to be performing in Come From Away, 24 years after that fateful September. This is his third Revival show, having played Tateh in 2018’s Ragtime and Albin in La Cage Aux Folles this past June. His most consistent role in recent years is stage dad for his two performer daughters, Eloise and Phoebe. Past favorite roles – in addition to Tateh and Albin – include Harold Hill in The Music Man (in concert), Billy Crocker in Anything Goes , Joe Sutter in Spitfire Grill, Drake/Greylag in HONK!, Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show, Shoeless Joe Hardy in Damn Yankees , Kenickie Murdoch in Grease , and a variety of musical turns in Follies at the Paramount. As incoming board president for Patrons of the Performing Arts (PPA), he would gladly discuss your financial support for youth arts programs. After you’ve made your RTC contribution, of course. �� H e hope s yo u thoroughl y enjoy Come From Away. Welcome to the rock!
STEVE REZABEK
{ Claude & Others }
Steve Rezabek (Claude & Others) is very excited to be a part of Come From Away! Recently seen in La Cage aux Folles. He has been doing regional theater for over 40 years and has been seen is such shows as Titanic, Ragtime, Funny Girl, Parade, Grey Gardens, Les Miserables, Jesus Christ Superstar, LaCage Aux Folles (in 2003 at TCR), The Full Monty and many other regional productions. He thanks Brian for the chance to share the Revival Theater stage once again, and thanks his wife Traci for her love and support, and God for his family, talent, health and happiness. And you for your support of live theater.
LYNNE ROTHROCK
{ Diane & Others }
Lynne Rothrock (Diane & Others) A graduate of Luther College (B.A. Music/Theatre) and Western Michigan University (M.M. Vocal Performance) Lynne Rothrock is a vocalist/entertainer and arts educator. She has performed as a solo artist at a variety of venues around the United States, including Birdland (NYC), The Bluebird Café (Nashville), Davenports Cabaret (Chicago), The Dakota and Crooners (Minneapolis), Crown & Anchor (Cape Cod, MA). She has also worked for a variety of theatre companies around the country as actress and/or musical director. Lynne was one of 30 vocalists selected to attend the prestigious International Cabaret Conference at Yale University and works with Michael Feinstein at the Great American Songbook Foundation. Lynne is based in Cedar Rapids, IA and serves on the arts faculty of Luther College in Decorah, IA and Cornell College in Mount Vernon, IA. Visit www.lynnerothrock.com for more information and upcoming events.
SCHULTEJANS
{ Bonnie & Others }
Susan Scharnau Schultejans (Bonnie & Others) was incredibly lucky to travel to Gander in July and meet Bonnie Harris (who is as nice as you’d expect!), as well see this show in their theater and explore Newfoundland. Some of Susan’s favorite roles have been in Parade, Dogfight. Sunday in the Park with George, Ragtime, Urinetown, The Crucible, A Chorus Line, and Bright Star. This one is for her family, who for generations, modeled for her the beacons of compassion and generosity.
GREG SMITH
{ Nick, Doug & Others }
Greg Smith (Nick, Doug & Others) This is Greg’s seventh production with Revival, most recently seen in La Cage aux Folles (George), Parade (Old Soldier) and Titanic ( Captain Smith). Greg has performed with many other local theaters, with his last two productions being Jersey Boys (Gyp DeCarlo) and Beauty and the Beast (Maurice) –both with Theatre Cedar Rapids. Greg would like to thank his entire family – Marcia, Michael, Emily, Beth, Zach, his parents, and his inlaws – for their constant love and support.
DARIAN TROY
{ Bob & Others }
Darian Troy aka Archie(Bob & Others), is beaming to make his Revival Theatre Company debut kicking off the 2025 season! Recently seen in Grumpy Old Men as Pastor Tim at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre in Missouri. Regional credits include: U/s Pabbie ( Frozen ), Berry Belson ( Jersey Boys ), Ensemble ( Anastasia ) @Tuacahn Amp. Kyle( Legally Blonde ), King Agnarr ( Frozen ) @Arrow Rock. Thanks to the manager, livi and bear! @onlychildtroy
HANNAH-KATHRYN "HK" WALL
{ Hannah & Others }
Hannah-Kathryn Wall (Hannah & Others) is thrilled to be making her Revival Theatre debut! Tours: Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story (Marlena Madison), Come From Away (Hannah & Others). Off-Broadway: Greatest Hits Down Route 66 (Lead Vocalist). Regional: Sister Act (Deloris van Cartier), The Color Purple (Nettie), Heathers (Veronica Sawyer). All the glory and honor go to God. A huge thank you goes to her agent Mikey, her mom for all her love & support, and her family & friends. Enjoy the show! Psalm 91. @hannahkwall | hannahkwall.com
IAN ZAHREN
{ Kevin T & Others }
Ian is honored to make his Revival Theatre Company debut and to be part of this incredible story. He has been performing on and off for nearly three decades, having begun as a child actor at The Old Creamery Theatre. Ian holds a Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre from the Point Park Conservatory in Pittsburgh and has spent much of the past 20 years balancing careers in arts education, policy work, performance, and writing.
Professionally, Ian has worked with Mixed Blood Theatre and Old Log Theatre in Minneapolis and has served as a resident teaching artist at the Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists and the Children’s Theatre Company of Minnesota. He recently completed a full-time role as a public school teacher in Northeast Iowa.
When not performing, Ian enjoys writing new works for children and spending time in nature with his husband, Andrew, and their dog, Sunny.
SPONSORS
SEASON SPONSOR
Beverly & Larry Blades
PRODUCTION SPONSOR
Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman
ORCHESTRA & PAY WHAT
YOU CAN SPONSOR
UFG Insurance
ACTOR SPONSOR
Mark & Tracy Zimmerman
MUSICAL DIRECTOR
SPONSOR
Mike & Karen Delaney
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
SPONSOR
Susan & Gary Streit
COSTUME SPONSOR
Great America Financial Services
FRONT-OF-HOUSE SPONSOR
Hills Bank
TRANSPORTATION
SPONSOR
Cassill Motors
WITH ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FROM
Iowa Arts Council
Iowa Economic Development Authority
National Endowment for the Arts
DONORS
Donations received between August 1, 2024, and August 22, 2025
FOUNDER, $20,000+
Patrick McGrath
FOUNDER, $15,000+
Beverly & Larry Blades
FOUNDER, $10,000+
Terry & Johanna Abernathy
Aegon Transamerica Foundation
City of Cedar Rapids Hotel-Motel Tax Grant
Mark & Tracy Zimmerman
FOUNDER, $5,000+
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust
Hilery Livengood & Ben Fashimpaur
Mike & Karen Delaney
Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman
Susan & Gary Streit
UFG Insurance
PACESETTER, $2,500+
Cassill Motors
Hills Bank
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Eloise & Phoebe Prince
George & Tahnee Durin
Greg & Marcia Smith
Jason & Andrea McVay
John & Stephanie Ballard
Karen & David Martin
Kay Landuyt & Larry Robinson
Lijun & David Chadima
Matthew Carl Livengood Memorial Fund
Matthew Van Maanen & Robert Lancaster
Mike & Tina March
PayPal Giving Fund
Robert Lindsey-Nassif
Skogman Realty
Van Meter Donor-Advised Fund
FRIEND, $250+
Anonymous
Josh & Molly Baynes
Jen & Jerry Bennett
Richard & Glynn Butterfield
Scott & Janice Byers
Barb Colehour
Jim Eichhorn
Farmer’s Daughter’s Market
Jennifer & Matt Ford
David Gardner
John & Kay Hegarty
Jayne Hildebrand
Gingie Hunstad
Nikki Kettelkamp
Kieck’s Career Apparel
Jim Kropa
Philip & Sue Lowder
Don & Marty Norton
Scott & Penny Olson
Steve & Nicole Pedron
Joan & Peter Riley
Abby & Brandon Scheitlin
Janeen & Mike Schultz
Raymond Smith
Leland & Peggy Smithson
Loralee Songer
Nina & Carl Swanson
Ann & Tom Wicke
Thad & Jill Wilkins
DIRECTOR, $100+
Amy Johnson
Anonymous
Anthony Burton
Barbara Green
Bonnie Kelly
Cedar Rapids Follies
Colleen Cahill Holmes
David & Paula Colton
Dina & Jon Dusek
Dr. David and Mary Jo Rater
Go Daddy Matching Gifts
Henry & Ann Royer
Jill Jamieson
John & Linda Ryal
John & Trudi Rosazza
Judy & Steve Fuemmeler
Judy Goldberg
Karen & John Brandt
Karen & Mike Dulaney
Kathy Good
Keith Sutherland
Kelly Shriver Kolln
Kim Kazimour
Kory Kazimour
Lori & Ian Montgomery
Marie & James Forrestal
Marjorie Bode
Marjorie H. Fletcher
Mary & Greg Seyfer
Meg Merckens & Tom Johnson
Molly Williams
Nancy Andreasen
Nancy Baumgartner
Pam Triplett
Patty & Denny Walsh
Paul & Gail Williams
Paul & Nina Brundell
Randy Ernst
Ryan Shellady
Thomas & Patrice Carroll
Tracie & Danny Van Pelt
ENSEMBLE, $50+
Cheryl Burns
Michael Egel
Alliant Energy Foundation
Edie Hines
Wayne & Anna Holstine
Kathleen Kingman
Linda & James Kipp
Eric Langston
Robert & Deborah Millsap
Nancy Mortimore
Katherine Moyers
Carolyn McDonald Oleson
The Parsons Family
Hal & Kathryn Penick
Dr. William & Jill Ryder
Lora Schmoll
Anne Taylor
Jeanne Wampler
GIFTS IN KIND
Allegra Cedar Rapids
ARA Gallery & Interiors
Best Case Wines
Amy Blades
Catherine Blades
Cassill Motors
Karen Delaney
Denard Lacey & Associates
Eastern Iowa Airport
Jen & Matt Ford
Ginsberg Jewelers
Gayle Glick
Carol Gorman
Innovative Aesthetics
Kieck’s Career Apparel & Uniform Vanessia Klinsky
David Lawrence
Hilery Livengood
Lubben Winery
David Maier & Matthew McGrane
Tina & Mike March
Janelle Miller
Jim Miller
Dick & Kate Minette
Midwest Athletic Club
Orchestra Iowa
Quarter Barrel Arcade & Brewery
Rayser Holdings
John Paul Schafer
Janet Shepherd-Meier
Seth Walters
Joe Wetrich
Westside Wines
Wiles Design Group
MEMORIAL DONATIONS
Fed Hedges
Darrel Morf
John Ryal
Cameron Sullenberger
We strive for accuracy. Our apologies for any errors or omissions in this listing. We applaud the many individuals on this page who have invested in RTC with generous donations and sponsorships. Space limitations do not allow us to recognize the many donors of $50 or less. Please know that all gifts are appreciated!
RTC’s productions and educational programs would not be possible without private contributions. If you’d like to join this list of donors, you may make a tax-deductible contribution by scanning the QR code below, by visiting RevivalTheatreCompany.com, or by mailing a check.
Revival Theatre Company
329 10th Ave SE, Suite 005, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
Office: 319-200-4849
Box Office:
La Cage aux Folles photo by Seth Walters
CANADA LABRADOR
Hello, WELCOME TO THE ROCK!
When we traveled to Newfoundland in September 2011 on the tenth anniversary of 9/11, we had no idea that our journey would bring us to Broadway. We spent a month in Gander, Newfoundland and the surrounding communities meeting with the locals, returning flight crews and pilots, and returning “come from aways” (a Newfoundland term for a visitor from beyond the island) who gathered to celebrate the hope that emerged from tragedy.
We didn’t know what we were looking for, but thankfully the people of Newfoundland are incredible storytellers. As we heard numerous tales of ordinary people and extraordinary generosity, it became clear that during the week of 9/11, for the 7,000 stranded
passengers and people of Newfoundland, the island was a safe harbor in a world thrown into chaos.
We laughed, we cried, we were invited over for dinner and offered cars. We made lifetime friends out of strangers and we came home wanting to share every story we heard – about 16,000 of them! Through this journey, we’ve learned it’s important to tell stories about welcoming strangers and stories of kindness. It’s important to honor what was lost and commemorate what was found.
Thank you for joining us on this journey and adding your story.
- David Hein and Irene Sankoff
INVEST IN RTC
Violet by Seth Walters
RTC THRIVES THANKS TO GENEROUS CONTRIBUTIONS FROM THEATRE LOVERS LIKE YOU.
Revival Theatre Company proudly acknowledges its individual donors and corporate partners for their generosity to the arts and their leadership as a civic neighbor.
RTC exists because of people like you. Less than half of RTC’s $330,000 annual operating budget comes from ticket sales. So how do we pay actors, musicians, technical crew, royalties, rent, and other bills? The answer is charitable contributions – sponsorships, donations, and grants. We invite you to consider joining those who have already committed to helping RTC achieve and secure a strong future.
Individual donations, corporate, foundation and public partnerships help to support outstanding theatre experiences for Cedar Rapids audiences. The generosity of our philanthropic community ensures that Revival Theatre Company is part of Cedar Rapids vibrant cultural landscape.
Revival Theatre Company is thrilled to be celebrating its tenth season! Now is the time to add your support to ensure success and vitality for our next ten years and beyond. As we look forward to the joys and challenges ahead, we rely on the generosity of friends such as you to help Revival Theatre Company build a sound future.
CONSIDER GIVING:
• Cash or check
• Online donations
• Qualified chartable distributions from your retirement plan
• Appreciated securities SCAN THE QR CODE FOR MORE INFORMATION!
• Corporate matching
• Name RTC as beneficiary in your will, retirement plan or insurance policy
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Photo by Seth Walters
UPCOMING SHOW
THE
3RD ANNUAL
CAMERON SULLENBERGER OVERTURE SERIES
FEATURING ALICIA MONÉE & SHAWNDELL YOUNG
The rafters will be ringing this year at the third annual Cameron Sullenberger Overture Series, RTC’s annual benefit. Please join us for an evening of song and storytelling by Alicia Monee and Shawndell Young. Shawndell is a former student of Cameron’s and now teaches at McKinley Middle School himself. Alicia is well known to Corridor audiences for her moving performances in both musicals and live concerts. After the show, Friends of RTC will host silent auction and reception, complete with a champagne toast to Cameron.
PERFORMED AT CSPS HALL
DATES: November 21, 2025
TIMES: 7:30 p.m.
Shawndell Young
Alicia Monée
UPCOMING SHOWS
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG
Merrily We Roll Along begins in the present and moves backwards, tracing the lives of wealthy, jaded composer, Franklin Shepard, and his two estranged friends through each milestone of their personal and professional lives (good and bad). The show ends with a touch of rueful irony, as the three best friends at the start of their careers face a bright future: young, talented and enthusiastic about the worlds waiting to be conquered. Stephen Sondheim and George Furth expertly blend the excitement and energy of a backstage musical with a poignant and emotional contemporary story about the importance of staying true to one’s ideals.
PERFORMED AT CSPS HALL
DATES: February 13-22, 2026
TIMES : 7:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
‘It’s a new world, a new world. Love.’
It’s 1905 in the tiny village of Anatevka where Tevye, a Jewish milkman, lives his life by their proud traditions. For his five daughters, that means a visit from the matchmaker… But as each daughter challenges his beliefs, against the backdrop of a changing world, can Tevye hold on to his roots, or must he bend to the will of his children and learn to embrace the unfamiliar? Featuring glorious songs, ‘If I Were A Rich Man’, ‘Tradition’, ‘Matchmaker’ and ‘Sunrise, Sunset’, this classic musical of joy, revolution and community is an exuberant celebration of love and life.
PERFORMED AT CSPS HALL
DATES: June 12-21, 2026
TIMES: 7:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
BROADWAY POPS
Be transported to the Big Apple as the bright lights of Broadway come to Orchestra Iowa. The Best of Broadway will get your toes tapping and hands clapping with an unforgettable evening of iconic music. From golden age classics to contemporary musical hits, every note is a showstopper, and every melody tells a story — guaranteed to leave you humming long after the final bow.
We are joined by Orchestra Iowa for this Pops concert!
PERFORMED AT CSPS HALL
DATES: May 2, 2026
TIMES: 7:30 p.m.
BANKING ON COMMUNITY
NORTH
LISBON • MOUNT VERNON • MARION
WELLMAN • WASHINGTON
