Lebanon Opera House Winter/Spring 2026 Playbill

WINTER/SPRING 2026

NIDIA GÓNGORA  LOH’s Spring 2026 Artist-in-Residence brings the rich musical heritage of Colombia’s Pacific Coast to the Upper Valley.

SEE INSIDE BACK COVER FOR DETAILS.

Plus, Lucía, Lucius, Kaki King, and more! 

LOH PRESENTS WINTER 2026

MARCH MARCH 12 @ 7:30 PM

The Celtic Tenors An evening of haunting ballads, breathtaking classical arias, and a dash of Irish mischief.

FREE!

Come as You Are Film Series Drop your phone (or tablet) and check out FREE movies on our theater’s BIG screen.

JANUARY

JANUARY 24 @ 10 AM MARCH 14 @ 5:30 & 7:30 PM

Yasmin Williams On-stage performances from “one of the country’s most imaginative young solo guitarists,” (The New York Times).

JANUARY 31 @ 9 PM

The Rocky Horror Picture Show See the cult classic musical on our BIG screen – with a live shadow cast and plenty of audience participation.

Recommended for ages 18+

FEBRUARY FEBRUARY 6 @ 7:30 PM

Changes in Latitudes: The Premier Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show It’s a midwinter beach party celebrating the Mayor of Margaritaville!

MARCH 19 @ 7:30 PM

Lucius: A History Worth Repeating Songs, stories, and spellbinding harmonies with the Grammynominated indie-pop band.

MARCH 21 @ 7:30 PM

Both Sides Now: The Music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen An intimate theatrical look at the folk icons, long-time friends, and one-time lovers.

Lilo & Stitch When their worlds collide, it’s love – and chaos – at first sight.

FEBRUARY 12 @ 7 PM

The Cameraman (Silent Film) Pianist Bob Merrill provides live accompaniment for Buster Keaton’s 1928 romantic comedy.

APRIL 22 @ 6:30 PM

Earth Epic documentary follows the journeys of three animal families over the course of one year.

MARCH 29 @ 5 PM

Kaki King & Glitch: BUGS* Family-friendly multimedia show combines live guitar performances and sounds sampled from nature.

CONTINUED ON INSIDE BACK COVER Schedule is subject to change. *These artists are also performing as part of our Youth Education Series.

MAY 7 @ 7 PM

Cabaret Winner of eight Academy Awards, this 1972 landmark movie musical changed the form forever.

For more information, go to: LebanonOperaHouse.org/series/free-movies

Two Simple Words, One Powerful Message I’ve been allocated 325 words for this annual “From the desk of the executive director” letter, but I only need two: Thank you.

OK, I’ll elaborate.

As I reflect on everything Team LOH accomplished during our centennial celebration, I’m blown away. Not only was it a “season like no other” with a balance of sold-out stunners and moments of meaningful community engagement, but we surpassed our goal of raising $4.2 million toward the LOH@100 campaign.

to several of these rock stars — our Art & Soul Ambassadors — whose passion for the performing arts is worthy of the spotlight.

Throughout this book, we offer gratitude to the hundreds of others who donated, purchased tickets, or dedicated their time and talents in support of our 100th anniversary. And, as always, we highlight our Annual Fund donors (listed on page 19), whose overwhelming generosity provides the financial bedrock that’s essential to achieving our mission.

At a time when many organizations are backing away from accessible programming and practices, we’re expanding our capacity to present radically inclusive arts experiences that meet the needs and interests of this community.

Help us widen the circle this season. Please reach out to someone who hasn’t yet tapped into the thrill of the live performing arts and introduce them to the unbridled creativity that awaits them here at LOH. In return, they are sure to share those two simple words: thank you.

That once-in-a-generation fundraising effort paved the way for a complete refresh of the theater and support spaces, seeded a programming fund that allowed for a richer and more accessible series of performances, and strengthened the organization’s ability to connect artists and audiences in increasingly meaningful ways.

With appreciation,

This level of achievement is made possible thanks to the hard work and dedication of LOH staff, board members, volunteers, patrons, and donors. Beginning on page 4, we’ll introduce you

Joe Clifford Executive and Artistic Director

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A SEASON

LIKE NO OTHER

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Contents A rt & Soul Ambassadors 04

Members of the LOH community share their favorite picks and hidden gems from the Upper Valley.

Goodnight to the Man Behind the Curtain 08

Remembering Lauren “Duff” Cummings, Jr., an essential part of LOH for six decades.

Ode to an Old Stagehand 09

Poet Laura Jean Gilloux, Duff’s friend and bandmate, pays tribute in verse.

Making Connections Through 14

Barrier-Free Programming Our never-ending quest to make the arts accessible to everyone.

Disability-Friendly Certification 15

Enabled Upper Valley program recognizes LOH for accessibility efforts.

The Magic Behind the Mission 18

How we fund Lebanon Opera House — and how you can help.

LOH Annual Fund Donors 19 Thank You to Our Volunteers 28

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Sharon Brown, President Jenny Williams, Vice President Paul Calandrella, Treasurer Ellen Dijkman Dulkes, Secretary Amy Allen Roxanne Benzel Chip Brown Martin Butler George Caccavaro Paul Coats Karen Gollegly

Mel Hall Pat Hayes Chris Morin Pat Morse Sara Perine Allison Pollard Nicole Szalay

STAFF

Joe Clifford, Executive and Artistic Director Brian Cook, Managing Director Joel Giguere, Facilities Manager and Technical Director Maureen Krauland, Advancement Manager Zoe Leone, Marketing and Communications Associate Linda Lewis, Development Relations Manager Lucas Mendelsohn, Patron Services and Events Manager Sage Weber-Shirk, Assistant Technical Director

FRONT OF HOUSE

Lydia Elias, Box Office Associate and House Manager Christine Kidd, House Manager

DESIGN & EDITORIAL

Methodikal, Inc.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photos By Nanci Kata Sasvari Photography

Also, consider this your official invitation to join Team LOH.

A nd Now, for Our Next Act… 32

A trio of new programs to attract more first-timers to LOH.

LOH and the Business Community: 34

Let’s Make Beautiful Music Together The performing arts are making a real difference in our community.

LOH@100 Donors 38

Lebanon Opera House P.O. Box 384 • 51 North Park Street Lebanon, New Hampshire 03766 603.448.0400 • Info@LebanonOperaHouse.org www.LebanonOperaHouse.org

International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 919, Vermont and Western New Hampshire

@LebOperaHouse @LebanonOperaHouse

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Discovering the Upper Valley’s hidden gems, inspiring adventures, and local favorites with the LOH family.

Edited by Mike Hannigan | Photos by Kata Sasvari

Like the eclectic artists and art forms that grace LOH’s stages, the people who find their way here as staffers, volunteers, board members, and supporters vary widely. These folks bring their own tastes, interests, and experiences to LOH, making for diverse perspectives on life in our community.

We’re fortunate here in the Upper Valley. Beyond everything that’s going on at Lebanon Opera House, there are many opportunities to be inspired by culture, nature, and entertainment.

So, we asked the locals, the members of the LOH extended family: What makes life in the Upper Valley great to you? What interests you? Where do you go to recharge? What are the places and experiences that make you smile and laugh and think and take a deep breath?

We hereby present the first edition of LOH’s Art & Soul Ambassadors, an ongoing campaign meant to shine a spotlight on all the amazing people, places, and things that make up our community.

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Share your recommendations on what makes the Upper Valley great.

This year, LOH launched the Art & Soul Ambassadors campaign, an effort to shine a spotlight on the people, places, and things that make life in this community interesting, unique, and rewarding. Now, we’re looking for more people to join in and share.

So, what’s your favorite greasy spoon?

Your ride-or-die dive bar? What are the places that scratch your artistic itch?

Where do you go to hang with friends and family?

It doesn’t matter whether you’re new in town or you’ve lived here your whole life. All you need is a willingness to share, and we’ll take care of the rest.

The campaign will appear in LOH’s social media channels, emails, and other outlets regularly throughout the year.

Ready to share? Just email ArtandSoul@LebanonOperaHouse.org.

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Goodnight to the Man Behind the Curtain

Lauren “Duff” Cummings, Jr.

1950–2025

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If you’re the kind of performer who goes by just one name, you might have a tendency to be a bit of a diva, and you almost certainly possess a craving to be the center of attention. Cher, Sting, Beyoncé, Madonna — they need no further introduction, even if that introduction would take but a syllable or three.

But there are exceptions. In February, we lost our own legendary one-namer at Lebanon Opera House. Despite some six decades of working on and next to the stage, Lauren Cummings, Jr. — Duff, as we all knew and loved him — never sought the spotlight, instead ensuring that the focus remained squarely on the performers.

Not only did Duff make the shows happen, LOH as we know it would not exist without his contributions. As a Dartmouth student in 1969, he was part of a group that worked to make our beloved theater functional again, after years of semi-retirement as a movie house.

Just like the trout and salmon that come back to his beloved Connecticut River, Duff was cosmically driven to return to the Opera House again and

again, making things better for everyone he crossed paths with.

“For more than 55 years, Duff was a constant presence in this space,” said LOH’s Joe Clifford at a memorial service attended by more than 150 friends and family members. “Sitting right there on stage right, hidden from audience view, but fully present to make sure everything ran like clockwork.

“As stage manager, Duff was a witness to countless vulnerable moments of human interaction.

Whether it was a musician, actor, or dancer with the pre-show jitters or a band’s celebratory post-show group hug, Duff was there. He took great delight in making sure that everyone from a toddler in a tutu to a Grammywinning guitarist felt at home here at LOH.” Chet Clem, a friend and neighbor, remembered him fondly.

“Nothing Duff did was ever about him,” said Chet. “He loved being behind the scenes, making other people feel important, literally ensuring the limelight shone correctly upon the artists from near and far that stood upon this stage.

“I fondly called him the MacGyver of West Lebanon; his resourcefulness and problemsolving were unmatched. He left everything he touched better than he found it. Duff simply loved to help.”

Thank you for everything you did, dear friend. Rest easy. We’ll never forget you.

Ode to an Old Stagehand

By Laura Jean Gilloux

–for Duffy If all the world’s a stage, what are the wings? And you waiting in them, stage right, right below the fly system.

How appropriate, all this talk of feathers and flight. But— a fly system is ropes and pulleys, weights and counterweights.

A fly system is an illusion, and you were never that.

If all the world’s a stage, what do we make of the space we don’t see from our theater seats?

Do we call it magic? Or love?

There’s so much we don’t understand, but I tell you emphatically this: There once was a man in a headset and cowboy hat drinking Coca-Cola, calling all the shots. Standby rail! means a new backdrop is flying in.

On it, a Lone Pine along the Connecticut.

A man with a badge and a bass guitar, dogs and horses and a beautiful wife.

Friends and family. Yes, we see it now.

All the world’s a stage, and this, my friend, was yours.

Standby lights.

Standby sound.

Standby rail.

The show is about to begin.

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LOCKS ON. STAYS ON. WON’T LEAK.

Congratulations Lebanon Opera House on your beautiful newly renovated space.

We can’t wait to see all the exciting plans for the coming year!

LockNLube is proud to support LOH as part of our commitment to the Upper Valley community.

Hypertherm Associates HOPE Foundation is proud to support the community and the Lebanon Opera House Youth Education Series (YES).

The mission of the HOPE Foundation is to create sustainable, positive change in the community and environment. If you are interested in learning more about the Hypertherm Associates HOPE Foundation and our Associate volunteer program, please visit our website at www.hyperthermhopefoundation.org.

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LET’S MAKE MUSIC!

Programs for all ages & experience levels Music Together© family classes for birth - age 6 Ensembles & Group Classes chorus, orchestra & chamber music keyboard, fiddle, guitar, singing, percussion, theory & more

Individual Lessons & Suzuki Program piano, voice, guitar, strings & more

Learn more & register at uvmusic.org 8 South Park Street | Lebanon, NH info@uvmusic.org | 603.448.1642

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Allison Pollard

LOH Board Member (and Enthusiastic Patron!) • Grantham, NH

Allison was raised in the Upper Valley.

After several years as a public school music teacher and music therapist, she now teaches at Upper Valley Music Center (UVMC). She has a toddler who keeps her plenty busy.

BEST PLACE TO MEET UP WITH FRIENDS

Putnam’s vine/yard. I order the Honey Bee Latte, and I always get a white wine flight if we go in the evenings. I love the atmosphere.

It’s my favorite place in the Upper Valley ever. It’s in this old warehouse in White River Junction, VT — you’d never know it was there.

They have open mics and visiting artists, and they host mom get-togethers and book clubs. I’ve told them multiple times, “Thank you for opening this place.”

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FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM

Closet Treasures thrift store in Grantham, NH, has the best stuff! I’ve read that people like thrift stores because we were once foragers, and it fills the need. Every time I go there, I’m like, “I’m just fulfilling my forager duties.” It’s well organized, and they have an amazing kids’ section.

LEARNING TO PLAY GUITAR

UVMC has all sorts of beginner-friendly guitar classes. We have things like the Slow Jams, where a bunch of people just pick a key and start jamming. It’s pretty unique because nobody’s really listening to you.

You just figure it out as you go.

WHAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO AT LOH

After seeing Swan Lake, I’m looking forward to expanding my ballet performance experience. Witnessing emotion through what happens between dance and music — it’s so mind blowing.

WHAT’S PLAYING ON REPEAT

I have a 1-year-old, so Bluey and “Old MacDonald,” unfortunately.

BEST TV SHOW FROM THE PAST YEAR The Chosen!!!

SOMETHING SWEET

Katie’s Cookies, near LOH. The chocolate chip is otherworldly. I know that might seem a little basic, but it’s sooo good.

PINK MARTINI

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Making Connections Through Barrier-Free Programming

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For the fifth consecutive year, the Nexus Music and Arts Festival brought the Upper Valley together for three days of live performing arts in downtown Lebanon. It was free and open to everyone.

Barrier-free programming is core to our mission — but it comes at a cost to LOH. These events are made possible through the generous support of hundreds of individual donors, local businesses, and foundations.

When many organizations are backing away from accessible programming, LOH is expanding our capacity to present radically inclusive arts experiences like our Pride Celebration and artist-inresidency program.

If you share our belief that the arts matter — and that everyone deserves access — please consider supporting LOH’s barrier-free programming today.

Email Llewis@LebanonOperaHouse.org to learn more.

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DisabilityFriendly Certification

LOH is the first to receive the designation

An initiative called Enabled Upper Valley transforms communities through education and awareness, helping them become spaces of belonging.

“We believe that belonging is essential,” said Kendra LaRoche, executive director at Special Needs Support Center (SNSC).

“By becoming the first Disability-Friendly Certified business in the country, Lebanon Opera House is setting a national example.

Together we grow when businesses take meaningful steps to ensure all individuals feel valued and welcomed.”

LOH’s Joe Clifford encourages other organizations to take similar steps: “Accessibility work is important,” he said.

“It’s something you can take in small bites.

Look at your spaces and programs and see how you can invite more people in. Be open to finding new ways to engage with programming and space. SNSC has done quite a good job helping us look at our work objectively, making small changes that are important to the community.”

To learn more visit snsc-uv.org/enabled-upper-valley.

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Jenny Williams LOH Board Member • Norwich, VT

Because she’s the founder of Finding Our Stride, a nonprofit that provides after-school running programs, it’s no surprise that Jenny Williams’ Art & Soul recommendations favor an active itinerary, balanced out by a love of good food and music.

WHAT’S PLAYING ON REPEAT

The Revivalists. I saw them down in New Orleans when I went to hear my son play at Jazz Fest.

LOH FAVORITE

Lake Street Dive, when they played a few years ago.

WHAT GETS ME MOVING

There’s an embarrassment of riches with trail running in the Upper Valley. In Norwich, VT, there’s Parcel 5 on Beaver Meadow Road that’s like the gateway drug. It’s a 3.5mile loop, and you can add on and branch off. It’s hilly. You can run it, hike it, whatever.

It’s dog-friendly. And because you’re just making a circle, you won’t get lost.

SHOP LOCAL

If I’m buying a bike, I love Omer and Bob’s in Lebanon, NH. There’s also a thing called Cowbell Mobile Bike Shop. He’s a roving bike mechanic. The owner, Todd, will come to your house or wherever, bring your bike into his van, and tune it up or fix it. He’s awesome.

FAVORITE PLACE TO EAT

I love good food. My favorite is Santé in Woodstock, VT. The food is creative, and it’s locally sourced. It’s varied with really fresh ingredients. Great cocktails, and the vibe is just so cool. I can only get a table there at 5:30 because they quickly get booked, but I don’t care. I’ll go blue plate special.

THE LOCAL WORD

Daybreak is amazing. It’s an Upper Valley email newsletter that’s always showing you new stuff. It talks about what’s on tap locally: weekly events, the best hiking trails, restaurant reviews, and cultural stuff. It’s an amazing resource and it tries to make it upbeat.

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The Magic Behind the Mission: How Lebanon Opera House Is Funded Running a premier performing arts venue takes more than ticket sales alone. Financial contributions from individual donors help keep ticket prices affordable within our community, which fulfills our mission to connect artists and audiences.

The magic behind the mission is you. Here’s an average breakdown of our revenue sources for annual operations:

CONTRIBUTED REVENUE (66%)

34%

INDIVIDUAL GIVING

21%

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

11%

GRANTS AND INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT

Generous donations from patrons like you are the heart and soul of LOH. Individual gifts ensure that we continue to offer a diverse range of performances and maintain our beloved historic venue.

100+ Upper Valley businesses invest in LOH because they recognize that a vibrant arts scene enriches quality of life and enhances their ability to attract and retain talented employees.

Grants from private foundations and institutions provide vital funding for special projects, educational programs, and general operations. These funds help us maintain our high standards of artistic excellence and community engagement.

EARNED REVENUE (34%)

34%

PROGRAMMING INCOME

Although ticket sales and rental fees are an important part of our revenue, they can’t entirely cover significant event expenses, including artist fees and technical support. By purchasing a ticket, you help close the gap, and your additional support ensures that LOH continues to provide quality programming.

JOIN US IN SUPPORTING THE ARTS; MAKE A TAX-DEDUCTIBLE GIFT TODAY Every dollar makes a difference. Gifts to the LOH Annual Fund are welcome throughout the year.

To donate, scan the QR code or visit LebanonOperaHouse.org/donate. Thank you for being a part of our community and for helping to keep the arts thriving in Lebanon!

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Thank You to All Our LOH Annual Fund Donors!

You Truly Help Bring Our Mission to Life Bringing artists and audiences together for unforgettable performances — it’s what we do. We thank everyone who made a donation during our last fiscal year, July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025. This list has been prepared with care; however, if your name has been listed incorrectly or was omitted in error, please email Linda Lewis at Llewis@ LebanonOperaHouse.org so that we may update our records.

DIRECTOR’S CIRCLE ($5,000+) An anonymous gift celebrating Pat Morse’s ongoing support of LOH Couch Family Foundation Lane and Elizabeth C. Dwinell Charitable Trust Phil and Kate Harrison Hypertherm HOPE Foundation Punam and Kevin Keller ♥ ★ The Lubbe Family Fund Jane Kitchel McLaughlin ★ New Hampshire State Council on the Arts Tillman Gerngross and Sylvia Richards The Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts Tracey Tanny The Lucy and Eleanor S. Upton Charitable Foundation Cathy and Peter Volanakis John and Gail Wasson

PATRON ($2,500–$4,999) Peter and Ruth Bleyler ★ Chip and Jennifer Brown Reginald H. and Brenda R. Jones Dan and Lisa Rowell Sally and Jeremy Rutter Jenny and Stan Williams ★

ROCK STAR ($1,000–$2,499) Anonymous Peter Hoyle Armstrong Barrette Family Fund Roxanne and Thomas Benzel Kathleen Briscoe

The John M. Bryan Family Fund Andrea and Paul Calandrella Tom and Judy Csatari ★ Bobbi Gross and Phil Dunwoody ★ Matthew Olzmann and Vievee Francis ★ Ivor and Barbara Freeman Karen Gollegly ★ Ann and Rick Greenwald Griffiths Wennrich Family Fund Brucie Hubbell Barbara and Knox Johnson Sara and Star Johnson ★ The Timothy Keane Family Fund ★ Kathy Kirkland and Steven Leach ★ Carin Reynolds and Peter Kermond Mimi and Jason Lichtenstein ★ Dominique and George Lightbody ♥ Dan and Kristin McGee Chris Morin ♥★ Pat Morse ★ Jennifer Moyer ★ Jeffrey P. Ossen Family Foundation Joe and Donna Palatucci Winthrop and Mundy Piper Matthew Locker and Catherine Schneider ★ Singing Field Foundation ★ Dawn Carey and Christopher Smith Jacqueline Raicek and Daniel Steinberg Stacie Deiner, Mark Sunderwirth, and Billy Sunderwirth Bonnie and Clint Swift Brenda Mainer and Bob Wetzel ★

SYMBOL KEY ♥ These donors have given gifts in memory of Duff Cummings ★ These donors have made multiyear pledges to the LOH Annual Fund

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Thank You to All Our LOH Annual Fund Donors!

LEAD SINGER ($500–$999) Christopher and Kathy Adams Shauna Appel Stephanie and Norman Berman Matthew and Erin Borland Sharon and Matthew Brown ★ Kristen and Paul Coats Lindsay Dearborn Robert and Ellen Dijkman Dulkes ★ Joshua and Lorraine Durst Mary Gaetz ♥ Andrew Garthwaite Silvia Spitta and Gerd Gemünden Suzanne and Paul Greeley Dave and Lisa Grose Robert Pratt and Karen Hewitt Thomas and Kathleen Hickey Maureen and Eric Krauland Louis Burkot and Maria Laskaris Elaine and James Lenz Mona Domosh and Frank Magilligan David Malenka and Ann Munves Malenka Mascoma Bank Laurie Harding and Peter Mason Gary and Cyndi Mayo Douglas McIlroy Jayne McLaughlin Sheila Moran and David Millstone Francis and Joanne Oscadal Michael and Nancy Sargent Daniel Schneider Sandra Sharp Hal and Carol Sox Eleanor and Larry Spencer Keith A. Thomas Weston Jeffers Wellington

LOH INSIDER ($100–$499) Anonymous(26) Bruce and Gretchen Adams Clay and Liz Adams Lynnea and Dan Adams Brooke and Jim Adler Scott Allan Susan Almy American Civil Liberties Union of New Hampshire John Morton Andrews Seth Stoddard and Maryellen Apelquist Brett Sowerby and Roo Atchinson Lola Baldwin Michael Pacht and Barbara Barry David Barthel

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In honor of Joyce D. Bassett Robert Bauch Peter and Joan Beardsley Cinny and Steve Bensen Iris Berezin John and Nancy Berger Reed Bergwall Nancy Berke James and Judith Bernat Big Green Real Estate Guy Patenaude and Cynthia Boehm-Patenaude ♥ Jeffrey Boivin Margaret Boulware Kevin and Catherine Boyle Charles Brackett Eric and Linda Bradshaw Daniel Brand Geoffrey and Kristen Bronner Merideth Jackson and David Brooks Arnie and Annette Brown Barbara H. Brown Betty Burbank Jim and Holly Burnham Noelle Cartier Philip Chase Amy Chiriatti City Center Ballet ♥ Nanci and Albert Cirone Lisa Cloitre Heather Clow ♥ Deb Cofell Tim Collins Annabelle Cone David and Goodie Corriveau Amy and David Cranage Duff and Sandy Cummings Maria Dahlman Barbara and Tim Dauphinais Keith Davio Alice Peck Day Lifecare Center Lydia Spitzer and Dottie Deans April Sanborn and Stephen Decato Matthew Decker Nicole Demone Deecie Denison Marilyn and Bryant Denk Mary Ann Haagen and Charles DePuy Marilyn Dickinson Ruth and Paul Doiron Elizabeth Borowsky and Thom Dubuque Betsy Eccles Eric Edmonds

Libby Edson Susan Edwards Susan and Jim Eibner Dianne and Mark Estes Ada Fan Scott and Laurie Farr Daniel Goldberg and Doris Ferleger Mary and Lennie Fillius Jim and Naomi Fitzgibbons Robert Flegal Tina Foster Andrew Tuthill and Susan Frankenstein Dorothy R. Plume and Paul A. Frederic Andy and Katie Friedland Nat Pierson and Luciana Frigerio Matthew and Amy Frost Carolyn and Milton Frye Bruce Garland Elaine Arbour and Kurt Gergler The Gillouxs The Goldsmith Family Theresa Goletz Marbelia C. Gonzalez Franklin and Krista Gould The Grangers Mark and Patti Greenan Christine and Glen Greenough Lewis and Susan “Rosie” Greenstein Kay McCabe and Rod Griffin Clark and Happy Griffiths The Roberts Hafner Family Grace Harde Janet Hardy Mark and Susan Hardy Michael and Andrea Harris Beth Krusi and Sandy Harris Pat and Ann Hayes Haynes & Garthwaite Architects Fiona and John Heaney Carol B. Muller and Albert K. Henning ♥ Tim and Sally Herbert Amy and Kent Hikida Ed and Linda Hinchliffe JoAnn Berns and Chip Hobson Jamie and Aarin Holmes Betsy and Hugh Howard Jay and Linda Hull Wendy Ingalls Kelly Welsh and Peter Isquith Marty Jacobs Violet Jones David and Judy Jorgensen Nirav and Alison Kapadia

Sue Kaufman Larry and Lorraine Kelly Harry and Jean Kendrick Holly Kenny Paul and Joyce Killebrew Joan Kinne Sara L. Kobylenski Pam Jenkins and David Kotz Suzan and Mark Krauland Carla Chandler and Chuck Landry John and Donna Largent Elizabeth Larsen Bartlett Leber Sally Harris and Pierre Lessard Therese Linehan Daniel S. Longnecker Lower Gates Fund Christopher Lundberg Cynthia and Francis Lupo Teresa and Bud Lynch Lee R. Lynd Grant and Anne MacEwan Carol and Bob Marrazzo Andrea Marquay Paul and June Marshall Lisa Matthews Sophie and Paul Mayo Jim McCracken Kristine and Pat McDevitt Brian and Christine McInerney Robert and Lucy McLellan Gail and Mark McPeek Barbara and Hugh Mellert Nancy Menton and Dan Mendelsohn Suzy and Dave Mercado Melanie Williams and Bob Merrill Patrick Miller Tom and Kristin Mollerus Susan Mooney Charles and Janet Morgan Ken and Nan Munsey Johanna Beliveau and Jeff Munson Henry and Amy Nachman Andrew Johnson and Joanne Needham Cynthia Neilly

Mark Nelson Rick White and Ken Nguyen Joan and Dave Nierenberg Jenica Nelan and Saul Nochumson Kevin and Elise Nulton Cappy and Mark Nunlist Jim O’Connell Peggy O’Neil Curt and Sherri Oberg Ernst and Linda Oidtmann Lee and Evan Oxenham Bill and Nelly Palmer Eszter Pattantyus Beverly Payne Donald Penfield Linda Burroughs and Charles Perkins Bonnie Philbrick Martha McDaniel and Stephen Plume Dick and Melanie Podolec Kim and Tom Potter Patrick and Maureen Quigley Sharon and Bob Racusin Amanda Rafuse Ned Redpath Jill Mortali and Chad Reed Randy S. Reeves Steve Rekhow Philip and Catherine Rentz Judith Sterndale and Stephen Rich Martha and Steve Richardson Jay and Diona Rimmel Katherine D. Rines John and Martha Robb Jennifer Roby Gary Rondeau John and Bobbi Rosenquest Nancy Rosenthal Robin and Mickey Rowland Mike and Sarah Salo Keith and Nina Sand-Loud, in memory of Sharon Brown’s mother Lois Ben and Denise Sanders Karen and John Sanders Joyce A. Saturley Gretchen Sauer

Mark and Jennifer Schiffman Eric Schluntz Lisa Kaeser and Bill Schmidt Suzanne Schon Shaker Farm B&B Lori and Michael Shipulski Jaqueline Smith Marianna McKim and Reinhart Sonnenburg Meredith Sorensen Mark and Paula Ness Spears Eleanor and Larry Spencer Charles Barlowe and Amy Stephens Bill and Jane Stetson Valerie Stinson Dodie Benko and Tom Stribula Claire and Peter Swanson ♥ James and Sandy Symonds Nicole Szalay Mary Thibideau Joseph Tofel Jim and Wendy Tonkovich Molly O’Sullivan and Louis Vaickus Susan and Mark Valence Cathy and John Vansant Julia and Alexei Viazmenski Suzanne and Torrey Viger Timothy Wagg Laura Rice and Michael Wagner Ned and Rebecca Waters Ethel and Michael Weinberger Karen Page and Peter Weitzman Bente Torjusen West Karen and Brad Whitaker Steve and Carolyn Whitman Lori Wick Rob and Susan Williams Fadia Williamson Dorothee and Geoffrey Wool Bill and Rosalie Wyman

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Chris Adams

LOH Patron, Volunteer, and Former Board Member • Lebanon, NH

RETAIL THERAPY

Suzi Curtis, proprietor of Woody’s Mercantile in Woodstock, VT, is the most creative person I know. She’s not a musician or writer, but she has a tireless creative energy for a wide range of things — planning gatherings, decorating a space, or sourcing unique items for Woody’s from all over. If you could picture what Etsy looks like in a retail manifestation, that’s it.

FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM

Skunk Hollow Tavern in Hartland Four Corners, VT. I was lucky to find it 30 years ago. It is literally hidden. If you didn’t know, you’d never find ’em. It’s an oldstyle roadhouse, kind of restaurant-y pub.

You walk in the front door, and there’s maybe six tables in a small bar downstairs surrounding an old-school fireplace.

WHAT’S PLAYING ON REPEAT

An article in a ski magazine brought Chris to the Upper Valley after college, the promise of a job in the ski industry proving too much to resist. Some 30 years later, Chris is largely out of the ski business, but the area is still home. Chris now plies his trade at Cardigan Mountain School in Canaan, NH, while chasing live music whenever and wherever he can find it.

HITTING THE SLOPES

MY OUTDOOR HAPPY PLACE

APRÈS-SKI SPOTS

Standing in the Mascoma River with my fly rod, hoping for a few fish to catch. If I want to engage my own creativity, I’ll reach for my guitar, my camera, or my fly rod (fly fishing is indeed an art form; just ask Norman Maclean).

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Winter is my favorite season, so I’ll ski or snowboard at Saskadena Six in South Pomfret, VT. It’s not that big; a good skier’s going to get from top to bottom in about 23 seconds, but it’s steep, so it keeps you interested. Here’s the key part: It’s not expensive and it’s almost never crowded.

It’s certainly an easy way to ski.

If you’re hanging with your crew at the mountain, the bar at Saskadena is great. It officially has a name — Perley’s Pourhouse — but to us, it’s just “the bar.” On the way home, Worthy Kitchen in Woodstock, VT, is a great spot for a craft pint and some fried chicken.

The Heavy Heavy! I was sitting in a coffee shop a few months ago and this song came on, and I was like, “What is that?” It had a cool guitar part; you could tell the guitar player was talented, but it was treated in such a new way, and the vocals were harmonizing with the guitar. They’re the best new thing I’ve heard this year, for sure.

FAVORITE NEW DISCOVERY

Lupin on Netflix. It’s a modern adaptation of the classic French thief story. It’s very creative and fun.

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FAVORITE PLACE TO EAT

My favorite food is really amazing Korean or Japanese. There’s YAMA/Young’s Restaurant in West Lebanon, NH, or Sushiya in Hanover, NH, but I love taking a trip to Boston or NYC and eating my way through the city! I also like to road trip to H-mart in Burlington, MA, which is a giant Asian food market with a cafeteria, bakery, gift shop, and more. For my less adventurous friends, I recommend trying bulgogi 불고기. It’s a little sweet, and a little savory — very yummy.

BEST WAY TO FIND CONNECTIONS IN OUR QUEER COMMUNITY

Lucas grew up in Hanover, NH, went to Keene State College, and moved back to the Upper Valley, where he found a job, friends, and a place to be himself at LOH. He quickly jumped into the fray and became the driving force behind our annual Pride Celebration and community-focused belonging and inclusion work. “Even though the Upper Valley is small, I’m never not busy with things, events, and places to go,” he said.

FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM

Babes Bar in Bethel, VT. They’re a super creative queer-friendly bar that hosts themed nights, trivia, and more. They have bimonthly queer dance parties, with a huge outdoor dance party in July. It’s amazing when this tiny Vermont town is suddenly

flooded with a hundred queer people all dressed in booty shorts, harnesses, and glitter — it’s kind of unbelievable.

WHAT’S PLAYING ON REPEAT

Cavetown, Chappell Roan, Corook, Sophie Hunter, and Lilyisthatyou.

IF PEOPLE HAVE ONLY ONE DAY IN THE UPPER VALLEY, WHAT SHOULD THEY DO?

Go to the Montshire in Norwich, VT — it still slaps. It was cool when I was a kid, and it’s still cool. They host adult nights where you can go without the cacophony of screaming children, including drinks, food, and wreck-it rooms where you can take things apart.

I could stand at the gravity well and roll pennies off little ramps for hours.

The queer community in the Upper Valley is surprisingly vast, joyous, and expressive, with many places, events, and gatherings year-round. LOH hosts an annual Pride Celebration in June, and White River Junction Pride hosts a celebration in July. Main Street Museum in White River Junction, VT, has a calendar of amazing events, all queer community friendly, whether the content is queercentric or not. There’s a pop-up guerilla bar, Q-bar, which is an informal queer meetup. There’s a new trans support alliance called Cobra Lily Collective.

Once you get in with one, you’ll start to hear about many other events.

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I’m a serial rewatcher. Some of my favorite rewatches are Black Clover, Mashle: Magic and Muscles, and Gravity Falls.

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And Now, for Our Next Act...

New performers bringing new audiences to LOH this season

“Who’s here for the first time?” If you’ve come to a show at Lebanon Opera House before, you’ve probably heard Joe Clifford, our executive and artistic director, pose this simple question.

“It’s incredible, because at every show, there’s a substantial number who’d raise their hand,” said Joe. “That proves to me that we haven’t reached everyone we can. There’s always going to be new people coming through our doors.”

If there’s a continuous theme for LOH from the past 10 years or so, it’s the drive to bring more and more new people into our community. For LOH to truly be “the Art & Soul of the Upper Valley,” the impact needs to be felt by as broad an audience as possible.

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Although the recent renovations to the theater are critical to LOH’s ongoing success, the way to make the biggest impact is by appealing to new audiences without ever losing sight of the things that have made LOH successful for so many years.

“To me, now is the chance for the programming to shine,” explained Joe. “We’ve given so much time and attention to this building, and it’s ready to go. Now, I really want the programming to speak volumes about what we value and the kind of work that is possible here.”

With that in mind, LOH is poised to welcome three new performers in the 2025/2026 season who each embody the organization’s goal to connect with new audiences. Here’s Joe’s preview on each.

Kaki King

MARCH 29–30, 2026

“With BUGS, the amazing guitar player Kaki King is working at the intersection of live music and digital projection. This show is so clever. It’s funny because it’s built for young audiences, but I know grown-ups who are just going to be beside themselves. It’s essentially zooming in on the world of insects. She’s working with the digital artists GLITCH to create this amazing immersive world that a lot of people in the Upper Valley have never experienced.”

Lucía

APRIL 10, 2026

“This vocalist represents so many things we want to showcase here at LOH. She’s young — early 20s.

She’s Mexican. She’s a woman in jazz; I’m always a proponent of highlighting female artists, especially in male-dominated spaces. Hosting Lucía is an opportunity to take a chance on an emerging artist and introduce her to the Upper Valley. I do think she’s going to be somebody that’ll be headlining jazz festivals soon. You’re going to be hearing her name for years to come.”

Tutti Frutti MAY 10–11, 2026

“This acclaimed children’s theater company from Leeds, UK, will share Hare and Tortoise, their fresh take on one of Aesop’s beloved fables. It’s one of those stories everyone knows, but they’re doing it in a really clever and fun way. In addition to some great physical comedy, it includes live music and shows the evolution of this friendship through the four seasons. You’ll see the friendly competition and the whole idea that ‘slow and steady wins the race.’ It’s an interesting and relevant metaphor these days.”

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Kristen Coats

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Kristen doesn’t just volunteer at LOH. She and her husband are also our neighbors.

It’s not unusual to see her and her dog, Norman, strolling about town. “Living in a walkable city, I feel actively connected with our community — there are so many hamlets of beauty and creativity that contribute to Lebanon’s vibe,” she said.

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Goodwin Park, next to the Storrs Hill. My dog thinks it’s his backyard. It’s this beautiful place with a gorgeous canopy of trees. I’m so connected to it that I know where all the trillium and trout lily and maidenhair are going to pop up each season. It’s like I’m welcoming my friends back each spring.

FAVORITE PLACE TO EAT

Black Magic Mexican is really unique. They’re

vegan. They used to sell from a food truck and have moved to a space on the Lebanon Mall. I eat mostly a plant-based diet, and it’s wonderful to have a big honkin’ vegan burrito that tastes amazing and feeds my soul.

FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM

Lebanon’s Anonymous Coffeehouse. I love it. It’s a free, live acoustic music venue.

Each show has three acts performed in a listening room environment. The founder, Adam, was influenced by coffeehouse performance spaces; they focus on bluegrass, jazzy, rootsy music.

WHAT’S PLAYING ON REPEAT

Joe Clifford goes to these Folk Alliance events and I subscribe to their Spotify channel. I also love the sound of old spirituals from matriarchs like Mahalia

Jackson. I appreciate all the divas from the 1930s, like Ella Fitzgerald.

THE PODCAST IN MY EARS

It’s called What It’s Like to Be... with Dan Heath. He interviews people who love their jobs and shares what it’s like to do them. He’s interviewed a CIA agent, an Irish barman, a hospice nurse, and a professional Santa Claus. It makes you appreciate what people do for a living.

FAVORITE NEW DISCOVERY

It’s rePlay Arts in White River Junction, VT. They collect gently used art and craft supplies for reuse. They redistribute them through arts experiences, education programs, and lowor no-cost sales. I love their mission for our community and the environment.

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Brian was raised in Norwich, VT, and went to high school in Hanover, NH. After trying to live elsewhere (many elsewheres, really) for 20 years, he realized that nothing compares to the Upper Valley, so he came back. As managing director, Brian helps run the financial and operational engines that keep LOH chugging along.

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The Path of Life Garden in Windsor, VT. It’s a very peaceful, meditative place where kids can run around.

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It’s a strange, surprising spot — this oasis of meditation. They have these tall, beautiful sculptures by Ria Blaas with these very mysterious figures.

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Tuck’s Rock Dojo, although thanks to Noah Kahan, it may not be hidden anymore. It’s a rock music education program in Etna, NH. Every year, the kids get better. We’ve had them play at Nexus, and they do great. A lot of Tuck’s students have gone on to Berklee College of Music.

WHAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO AT LOH

Magic Rocks! I’m just a sucker for magic. That show last year blew me away. I know where all of the trap doors are on the stage, and I can’t figure out how he did it. It was cheesy in the best way too.

WHAT’S PLAYING ON REPEAT

A band called Rivalry. They played at Nexus last year. They’re great. You can find them on Spotify or Apple. It’s Lila and Jacob, who are both Tuck’s Rock Dojo kids, and they just kill it.

COOLEST NEW DISCOVERY

Harry’s Cocktail Lounge in Quechee, VT. It’s the public house for Vermont Distillers. Spirits, wine, maybe a charcuterie board, and a couple of comfortable chairs. And they consistently book live music, which I’m always for.

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Poor Thom’s Tavern in Plainfield, NH. The food is great, all made from scratch, super fresh. Because it’s off the beaten path, there aren’t a lot of tourists there; most people know each other. I am a huge fan of their tuna tacos.

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WHAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO AT LOH

Kaki King and GLITCH: BUGS. I like her style and all the unconventional things she does with a guitar, so it was fascinating to hear she was doing shows for young people. I can’t wait to see how she combines her music with this technology and this story about bugs.

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WHAT’S PLAYING ON REPEAT

Leon Bridges’ latest album, Leon.

He’s gone back to his Texas roots a little more. I also have Lady Gaga’s MAYHEM on repeat. It’s great. It really bears sitting down and listening to as a whole. Her music is like theater.

BEST PICTURE NOMINATION

My favorite film last year — hands down — was Flow. It’s animated with no dialogue, and all the characters are animals. I watch a lot of animated films, and this one is easily in my alltime top 10.

FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM

The Eshqua Bog Natural Area in Hartland, VT. It’s a conservation area that’s tucked away in the hills on a dirt road. It has woods and walking trails, but the most interesting feature is the bog, which is home to hundreds of wild lady’s slippers. The best time to visit is around the summer solstice when the lady’s slippers are in bloom.

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Joel Giguere LOH Facilities Manager and Technical Director Wells River, VT

Joel’s job is to make every artist feel right at home at LOH. Joel moved to the Upper Valley from Bennington, VT, following his then-girlfriend and now wife when she took a job at Dartmouth in Hanover, NH. As you might expect for a man who loves living here because of “the outrageous number of outdoor activities available year-round,” Joel’s recommendations follow a decidedly outdoorsy path.

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Wolf Tree — it’s a cocktail bar in White River Junction, VT. The only food they serve is charcuterie, but it’s a fantastic cocktail bar. I like somewhere with a sophistication with the drinks, the mixology, and then it’s all about the atmosphere. Everybody is really laid-back, really friendly.

MY OUTDOOR HAPPY PLACE

Groton State Forest in Vermont.

It’s huge, and there are several parks within it. When my sons were younger, I used to take them canoe camping at Kettle Pond. The campsites are hike-in or paddle-in only. Seyon Lodge at Noyes Pond is also there. You can rent the lodge, and the innkeeper is fantastic. Noyes Pond is fly fishing only. There’s only truly native brook trout in it. They’ve traced the genetics back to the last ice age.

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FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM

Fly fishing on the White River. A great way to try fly fishing is to go to L.L.Bean and take classes. The White River is great, or even the Mascoma River up toward Enfield, NH, and the dam. There’s a fly-fishing-only section there.

WHAT’S PLAYING ON REPEAT

Old ’80s post-punk psychobilly. If you have Apple Music, there’s a playlist called Psychobilly Essentials, which will get your feet wet. I’ve always been a big fan of rockabilly music, and that’s where it comes from.

UNIQUE REQUEST FROM A PERFORMER

It’s only happened once. Get the Led Out, a Led Zeppelin tribute band, asked if there was a skate park around. It’s across town on the Mascoma River in West Leb just before L.L.Bean. I sent ’em there and they had a great time.

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BEST TAKEOUT

I don’t dine out a lot, especially for dinner, because I’m usually here at LOH working a show or whatever, so I get a lot of takeout. Three Tomatoes in downtown Lebanon is always nice.

They’re right here. Any of the Thai places that are around will also hit the spot. Phnom Penh Sandwich Station is excellent. Love ’em.

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Maureen Krauland LOH Advancement Manager Hanover, NH

Maureen moved to the Upper Valley in 2005 to follow a boyfriend. Although that relationship didn’t last, she met her husband a few years later and the community turned out to be a keeper.

Now married with two school-age kids, Maureen brings businesses into the LOH fold to help support the arts. “I love that I can contribute to, and benefit from, the vibrancy here through my work,” she said.

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We ride bikes to Red Kite Candy or Scoops in Hanover, NH. Red Kite is all homemade and feels like you’re supporting a maker. I am a big fan of their signature caramel ice cream.

Scoops is the kids’ preference; I think it’s because they tend to be more generous with their scoops.

Make Fireside Inn & Suites Your Upper Valley Home Base FAVORITE HIDDEN GEM

Dartmouth Skiway on a Friday morning: access to fresh snow in 25 minutes from home and the mountain almost all to yourself. It’s where my kids learned, but it’s also where I learned to ski as an adult. They offer a women’s group and adult learn-to-ski lessons.

Just minutes from the Lebanon Opera House, the Fireside Inn & Suites offers comfortable rooms, free hot breakfast, an indoor pool, and easy access to the best of the Upper Valley. Whether you're here for a show, a campus visit, or a weekend getaway, you'll find convenience, comfort, and genuine hospitality.

ESCAPE FOR MOMS

The best way to pamper myself is a day in Woodstock, VT. Grab breakfast at Mon Vert Cafe and then arrive with some time to relax at the Spa at the Woodstock Inn. Indulge in a massage and enjoy some quiet time at the pool.

From there, take a walk down Main Street and just browse. Woodstock is a nice escape.

ENTERTAINING KIDS

My kids have learned so much by cheering on the Dartmouth Big Green athletics teams. It’s cool to have access to D1 sports in our backyard.

The Lil’ Green Kids Club provides access to all sports all year for just $50 per kid. We optimize our club status, attending as many games as possible throughout each season.

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WHAT I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO AT LOH David Sedaris. I’ve been a big fan of his books for years and am looking forward to experiencing his storytelling in person.

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us as thanks for his extraordinary support for LOH and his public service to our community. He became acquainted with LOH in 1978 when he coproduced a Holly Near benefit concert.

While working on downtown revitalization and developing the One Court Street building in 1991, he was an incorporator of the Lebanon Opera House Improvement Corporation and served on its inaugural board of directors. The success of One Court Street and Three Tomatoes has allowed for his continued support of LOH. Interested in sponsoring a seat and leaving your lumbar legacy? Just follow the QR code.

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Deb Shope, MSW, LICSW  Moira P. Ripley, Psy.D.  Upper Valley Speech-Language Services Law Office of Albert J. Cirone, Jr., PLLC  Child Advocacy Center at CHaD

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LOH PRESENTS SPRING 2026

MAY MAY 10 @ 4 PM

Tutti Frutti Productions: Hare and Tortoise* Celebrate Mother’s Day with a pair of unlikely friends preparing for the greatest race on earth.

Recommended for ages 3 and older.

JUNE JUNE 5 @ 7:30 PM

APRIL APRIL 9 @ 6:30 PM – FREE!

Nidia Góngora Family-friendly Latin dance party with one of Colombia’s most treasured singers.

See sidebar for more details.

APRIL 10 @ 7:30 PM

Lucía A rising star in the jazz world, this vocalist from México bridges the gaps between jazz, Latin, and pop music.

The Breakers: A Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers From American Girl to Mary Jane’s Last Dance, these no-frills rockers capture the electricity of Petty’s timeless anthems.

JUNE 12

LOH Pride Celebration For our 5th annual salute to the LGTBQIA+ community, we’re turning up the volume! Our popular resource and artisan fair will be held in Colburn Park followed by a loud and proud dance party inside the theater with guest DJs. For more info, go to LebanonOperaHouse.org/Pride.

Artist-in-residence

Nidia Góngora

As part of our ongoing efforts to provide opportunities for deeper engagement with visiting artists, singer Nidia Góngora is in residence with her band, April 6-9.

While in the Upper Valley, Góngora will share the rich musical traditions of the Southern Colombian Pacific – a South American region where African grooves and indigenous rhythms fill the air – with students, elders, and young musicians.

APRIL 18 @ 7:30 PM

Jake Shimabukuro An electrifying performance from the Hawaiian-born virtuoso who’s been called the “Jimi Hendrix of the ukulele.”

JUNE 26 @ 7:30 PM

Let’s Sing Taylor Back by popular demand! Get ready for the ultimate Taylor Swift tribute. LIVE@LOH.

To purchase tickets and see a complete list of performances, go to LebanonOperaHouse.org/events Schedule is subject to change. *These artists are also performing as part of our Youth Education Series.

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INVEST IN THE ARTS TODAY

MÉLISANDE 

This summer, Mélisande brings her unique [electrotrad] style — a fun fusion of traditional Québécois song and electronic music — to the Nexus Main Stage.

TO DONATE, SCAN THE QR CODE OR VISIT LEBANONOPERAHOUSE.ORG/DONATE.

AND DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT! As part of a $100,000 matching challenge presented by The Jack and Dorothy Byrne Foundation, ALL DONATIONS RECEIVED BY JUNE 30 WILL BE DOUBLED! By supporting LOH, you help keep our programming accessible, inclusive, and fun. Save the dates for the program that embodies that spirit: Nexus.

THE 6TH ANNUAL

MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL

FRIDAY–SUNDAY, AUGUST 7–9 Join LOH for the PARTY OF THE SUMMER in downtown Lebanon.

See Mélisande and a dozen other artists on multiple stages. It’s free fun. For all.

Learn more at LebanonOperaHouse.org/Nexus.