Cast Party Program

SYRACUSE STAGE ANNUAL FUNDRAISER

CAST PARTY

WHERE YOU’RE THE STAR...

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

6 – 10 PM

SYRACUSE STAGE 820 E. GENESEE ST.

Jason O’Connell, Sarah Joyce, and Shabazz Green in Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express

Adapted by Ken Ludwig. Photo by Mike Davis.

DEAR FRIENDS,

Welcome to our Cast Party! We wanted to do something different this year—something that emphasizes the fun but not the formality of our annual gathering. We also wanted to highlight all of you—the stars—of Syracuse Stage. Throughout the course of our 50th season, we’ve celebrated all the folks who have made our five decades possible; we’ve raised a glass to past leaders, to our board of trustees, our staff, and all the artists and artisans who create the work you love. Now we raise a glass, and offer our deepest thanks, to you, our patrons and supporters who make our work possible. Through thick and thin your steadfast support encourages us and inspires us to make the best possible contribution to the civic and cultural

life of central New York. Thank you for all you’ve done, all you’re doing, and all you will do to ensure that our community has access to the highest quality non-profit, professional performing arts like that created right here at Syracuse Stage!

Tonight, the spotlight is on you. Take a bow and know that our applause is heartfelt and our appreciation is deep. Thank you! Enjoy your Cast Party!

With warmest regards,

Robert Hupp Artistic Director Jill Anderson Managing Director

SYRACUSE STAGE ANNUAL FUNDRAISER

CAST PARTY

WHERE

YOU’RE THE STAR...

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

6 – 10 PM

Syracuse Stage Development Committee: Nancy Green – Chair, George Bain, Robin Curtis, Herman Frazier, Rocco Mangano, Rod McDonald, Mona Paradis, Molly Ryan, Robert Sarason, Cora Thomas, Kathy Kelly

Silent Auction: Jacki Goldberg – Chair, Robin Curtis, Dan Lent

Proceeds from this evening’s event will benefit educational, artistic, and community engagement programming at Syracuse Stage.

Mangano Law office, PLLc

Event Highlights

6 - 7 PM | Cocktail Reception + Silent Auction Open

Cocktail Reception is catered by our culinary partners Phoebe's and Oh My Darling, featuring Starring Role, the Cast Party signature drink.

7 - 8 PM | Dinner Station Open in the Plaza

Dinner will be served promptly at 7 PM in the theatre's plaza area by American Dining Creations. The culinary offering will be grilled fare and a Mexican themed buffet.

8: 15 PM | Entertainment in the Archbold Theatre

Emcee'd by TeNesha Murphy, former host of Bridge Street at WSYR and Syracuse Stage trustee (2019 - 2022), with welcoming remarks from Rocco Mangano, Syracuse Stage Board of Trustees Chair.

David Lowenstein will provide live entertainment with an appearance by Al Annotto in the Archbold Theatre, followed by closing remarks from artistic director Robert Hupp and managing director Jill Anderson.

9 PM | Dancing in the Sutton Pavilion

Finish the evening by dancing to music from DJ Renzo, with an open bar until 9:45 PM.

Virtual Silent Auction

Items and descriptions are available for viewing online and bidding is conducted remotely via smartphone or computer. Your winning bids will directly support artistic, educational, and community engagement programming at Syracuse Stage.

To Register and bid: From your smartphone, text CASTPARTY to 76278 or click here

Thankyoutooursponsors! CAST PARTY

PLATINUM

George S. Bain

Jacki & Michael Goldberg

GOLD

SILVER

BRONZE

Mangano Law Office, PLLC

Nancy Green & Tony Marschall

Bousquet Holstein is proud to support Syracuse Stage and their vision of providing regional theater through active inclusion, innovative outreach and bold productions, thereby shaping the cultural and social vitality of Central New York

SYRACUSE  ITHACA

SpecialThanks

AUCTION ITEM DONORS

Aspinall's Tree Nursery & Landscaping

Bea Gonzalez

Bronca

Bull & Bear Roadhouse

Byblos Café

Cake Bar

Cathedral Candle Company

Cazenovia Community Fitness

Chelsea Esthetic Boutique

Chloe's Closet

Claire Myers

Dee Marie Photography

Dewitt Cleaners

Drumlins Tennis Center

Element on Water

Empire Aesthetics

Famous Artists

Friends of the Central Library

Gail Harrington

Glazed and Confused

H Grey Supply

Inspire at the Grainery

Jet Black Boutique

Kate Laissle

Lisa LTD

Lynda Lee

Margaret Shirtz

Modern Malt

Molly Mulvihill

MOST

Mr. Shop

Munson

Oswego State Athletics

Raymour & Flanigan

Recess Coffee

Revitalize Dermatology & Aesthetics

ServPro Southwest Onondaga

Sherwood Inn & Appetites

Skaneateles Festival

Spiedie Fest Balloon Rally

Expo Inc

Strong Hearts

Sweet Praxis

Syracuse Mets

Syracuse Stage Prop Shop

Syracuse University Athletics

Target

The Brewster Inn

The Daily Diner

The Local Branch Mercantile, LLC

Turning Stone Resort Casino

Upstate Yoga Institute

Vinomania

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc

Wild Birds Unlimited Nature Shop

CHAIR

SYRACUSE STAGE BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Rocco Mangano

Partner Mangano Law Office, PLLC

PRESIDENT

Herman R. Frazier*

Senior Deputy Athletics Director Syracuse University

CHAIR-ELECT/VICE CHAIR

Richard Driscoll

Senior Vice President Commercial Banking Division NBT Bank

TREASURER

Brett Padgett*

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Syracuse University

SECRETARY

Sharon Sullivan Community Volunteer

AT-LARGE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEMBER

Phil Turner

Pastor Bethany Baptist Church

Jill A. Anderson** Managing Director Syracuse Stage

Janet Audunson Assistant General Counsel National Grid

George S. Bain Freelance Editor and Writer

Barbara Beckos Retired - Syracuse Stage

Nancy Byrne Community Volunteer

Dr. Ruth Chen* Professor of Practice

Syracuse University College of Engineering and Computer Science

Robin Curtis NYS Lic. RE Asso. Broker Hunt Real Estate ERA

Denise Dyce

Associate Vice President of Labor and Employee Relations Syracuse University

Colleen A. Gaetano

Retired- Vice President Global Education & Artistry

Estée Lauder Companies, NYC

Helene Gold Private Voice & Piano Instructor

Jacki Goldberg Community Volunteer

Nancy Green

Managing Member

Edward S. Green & Associates

Larry Harris EVP and CFO Saab, Inc.

Robert Hupp** Artistic Director Syracuse Stage

Cydney Johnson* Vice President for Community Engagement and Government Relations Syracuse University

Rebecca Karpoff* Professor of Practice, Musical Theater/Coordinator of Vocal Instruction, Musical Theater Syracuse University Department of Drama

Kathy Kelly Retired - Health Educator, PNP

Larry Leatherman Retired - Bristol-Myers Squibb, MOST

Dan Lent Vice President Citizens Bank

Rob Lentz EVP of Enterprise Operations Zeta Global

Maria Lesinski

Attorney Newman and Lickstein

Anthony Malavenda Retired - Duke’s Root Control

Julia Martin Partner Bousquet Holstein

Suzanne McAuliffe Retired - Educator

Rod McDonald Bond, Schoeneck & King

Molly Mulvihill Sr. Relationship Manager Global Commercial Banking Bank of America

Fran Nichols Retired - Mower, Inc.

Mona Paradis Stadium International Trucks

Virginia Parker Retired - Educator (1996 - 2023)

Molly Ryan Partner, Goldberg Segalla LLP

Robert Sarason Retired - Lawyer, Organizer, Fundraiser

Melvin T. Stith

Dean Emeritus, Whitman School of Management Syracuse University

Cora Thomas Radio Host and Office Manager, WAER

Michael S. Tick* Dean, College of Visual and Performing Arts Syracuse University

Dr. Amy Tucker Chief Medical Officer SUNY Upstate Medical University

Andrea Waldman Community Volunteer

Maryam Wasmund Chief Financial Officer Filtertech Inc.

Ralph Zito** Chair Syracuse University Department of Drama

*University Trustee **Ex-Officio

WHO WE ARE

Syracuse Stage is the non-profit professional theatre company in residence at Syracuse University. We are nationally recognized for creating stimulating theatrical work that engages Central New York, and for our significant contribution to the artistic life of Syracuse University, where we are a vital partner in achieving the educational mission of the University’s Department of Drama.

OUR MISSION

Syracuse Stage tells stories that engage, entertain, and inspire us to see life beyond our own experience.

OUR VISION

Reimagining what's possible for regional theatre–through active inclusion, innovative outreach, and bold productions–Syracuse Stage shapes the culture and social vitality of Central New York, enriches the Syracuse University student experience, and fosters change in ourselves, our communities, and our world.

OUR CORE VALUES

People - Actively including diverse individuals, communities, ideas, and perspectives. Passion - Commitment to integrity, excellence, and enthusiasm in our work. Curiosity - Fostering an innovative and adaptive environment that elicits wonder.

IN THE COMMUNITY

Stage has collaborated with a myriad of institutions in the Syracuse area. Community partners include 100 Black Men of Syracuse, AccessCNY, ARC of Onondaga, ARISE, ArtRage, CNY Reads, Interfaith Works of Central New York, La Casita, McMahon/Ryan Child Advocacy Center, Onondaga Historical Association, Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park, SUNY Upstate Medical University, the VA Medical Center, and Vera House. Additionally, the educational department collaborates with many CNY schools.

ANTI-RACISM PLEDGE

Syracuse Stage stands firmly against racism and discrimination. We pledge to stand with under-represented and oppressed communities and to advance antiracism in all aspects of our work, including the outward facing, public dimension of our creative endeavors and the less visible internal practices of the organization.

ABOUT SYRACUSE STAGE

Originally constructed as the Regent Movie House in 1914, the physical space of Syracuse Stage has seen many films, musicians, actors, and artists pass through its doors over the course of the past century. The Syracuse Stage that exists today is a non-for-profit professional theatre company founded in 1974, and a longstanding League of Resident Theatres (LORT) member. Since its inception, Stage has produced over 350 shows, both plays and musicals, within its walls. Now, Stage produces six to seven shows per season, while also offering educational programs to students, various pre- and post-show events, and fundraising events each year. Stage is Central New York’s only LORT theatre and one of the largest performing arts organizations in the area. Stage has a strong commitment to giving the community access to a range of high-quality productions; it is equally committed to bringing in actors, designers, and directors who are among the leading theatre professionals, both locally and across the nation.

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Syracuse Stage respectfully acknowledges the Onondaga Nation, Firekeepers of the Haudenosaunee, the Indigenous people on whose ancestral lands we now stand.

DIAL M FOR MURDER

SUBSCRIPTION

OCTOBER 16 – NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher | From the original by Frederick Knott | Directed by Robert Hupp

An old-school, edge of-your-seat mystery.

RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA

NOVEMBER 22 – JANUARY 5, 2025

Music by Richard Rodgers | Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II | Adapted for the stage by Tom Briggs from the Teleplay by Robert L. Freedman | Directed by Melissa Rain Anderson | Music Direction by Brian Cimmet | Choreographed by Jessica Chen Co-Produced with the Syracuse University Department of Drama

Glass slippers, pumpkins, and dreams-come-true.

PRIMARY TRUST

JANUARY 22 – FEBRUARY 9, 2025

By Eboni Booth | Directed by Melissa Crespo

Poignant drama about embracing new beginnings.

KING JAMES

FEBRUARY 26 – MARCH 16, 2025

By Rajiv Joseph | Directed by Jamil Jude Co-Produced with Indiana Repertory Theatre

A slam dunk of a show about unlikely friends, basketball, and LeBron James.

SEASON SUBSCRIPTION SEASON

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY

APRIL 23 – MAY 11, 2025

By Kate Hamill | Based on the novel by Jane Austen Directed by Jason O’Connell

Love triumphs over tradition in this playful adaptation.

THE NATIONAL PASTIME

JUNE 11 – 29, 2025

A Julie Lutz Cold Read World Premiere

Written by Rogelio Martinez | Directed by Johanna McKeon

Baseball meets espionage meets psychological intrigue.

CITIZEN JAMES, OR THE YOUNG MAN WITHOUT A COUNTRY

AUGUST 2, 2024

FREE TICKETED EVENT

By Kyle Bass | Directed by Joann Yarrow Produced in partnership with 100 Black Men of Syracuse

Witness a young James Baldwin find his voice in this powerful oneman show about the author and Civil Rights activist.