The Cabot's Big Night 2023 Program Book

THE CABOT’S

BIG NIGHT

Historic Tradition. Modern Mission.

APRIL 28, 2023 Featuring Ray LaMontagne and very special guest Lucinda Williams

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JIM & MARIE DAWSON CM&B’s secret to success is simple.

It’s our people and the relationships we have built over the past 30 years. Similarly, The Cabot has been fortunate enough to have the Dawson’s unyielding commitment to and contagious enthusiasm for The Cabot that has provided many with the opportunity to not only visit the theater as patrons, but to help ensure The Cabot’s future success.

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BIG NIGHT THIS IS OUR NIGHT! We celebrate all that you’ve helped us accomplish over these 9 years, and rally the support to keep evolving.

TABLE OF CONTENTS 5 Jim and Marie Dawson 6 Our Musical Guests 8 About The Cabot 10 Membership + Off-Cabot 11 In Focus 12 Cabot Goes Green 13 Community Conversations 14 Kids At The Cabot 15 What’s Next 16 Auction Items 18 Our sponsors 20 Event committee + donors 46 Our staff 4 | THE CABOT’S BIG NIGHT

RECOGNIZING JIM AND MARIE DAWSON, DISTINGUISHED LEADERS AT THE CABOT Even with a dynamic career as an accomplished banking executive and small business owner, Jim Dawson makes the time to give back to his beloved hometown of Beverly. Jim has loved The Cabot since attending matinees in his pre-teen years. He later took his high school sweetheart, Marie Gilligan Dawson, on movie dates.

At the beginning of The Cabot’s transformation into a nonprofit, Jim was approached by Henry Bertolon, one of the original 5 founders of The Cabot’s new story. He and Marie quickly became major supporters, agreeing to fund the new marquee.

After a stint on The Cabot’s Development Committee, Jim joined the Board of Directors, eventually becoming Board Chair, and stewarded The Cabot through an exciting period of growth and evolution. Jim’s tenure as Board Chair oversaw the replacement of the nearly 100-year-old balcony seating, the installation of state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, and the development of the Cabot Club, our premier membership program.

Jim and Marie are not only financial supporters but enthusiastic patrons. They attend many shows throughout the year from Kashmir (Jim’s a lifelong Led Zeppelin fan!) to Darlene Love (Marie’s favorite). You can always spot Jim on Cabot Street, proudly wearing his Cabot hat.

The Cabot is proud to recognize our friends and colleagues, Jim and Marie Dawson, and their unwavering efforts to help The Cabot become one of the preeminent arts and cultural institutions on the North Shore.

Make a gift in honor of Marie and Jim Dawson and support The Cabot’s In Focus educational filmmaking program.

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OUR MUSICAL GUESTS RAY LAMONTAGNE Grammy Award winning singer/songwriter Ray LaMontagne has released 8 studio albums, 5 of which have reached Top 10 on Billboard’s Top Rock Albums chart and Billboard’s Digital Albums chart. Additionally, Ray’s 2010 album God Willin’ & the Creek Don’t Rise won the Grammy for Best Folk Album and was nominated in the coveted Song of The Year category for “Beg Steal or Borrow.” Ray’s most recent release MONOVISION includes breakout songs such as “I Was Born To Love You” and #1 AAA single “Strong Enough”.

Each release from his catalog carries its own character and feel. American Songwriter says of MONOVISION, “Both LaMontagne’s craftsmanship in the composition of these songs and his easygoing, unaccompanied playing will come as comfort food to established followers who should welcome this most organic return to his roots.”

Critics across the US have also raved about his live performance. Consequence of Sound said, “Hearing Ray LaMontagne perform live is a poignant and magical experience.”

YOU ARE THE BEST THING

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LUCINDA WILLIAMS Lucinda Williams is lauded as one of the greatest American songwriters of our time, bringing raw and poetic reflections to life with one-of-a-kind vocals. She picked up the guitar and pen at age twelve and has never stopped creating her powerful and singular music. Her work cannot be pinned down by the genres that claim her work, from country and folk to blues and rock.

Over the course of fourteen remarkable albums she has been nominated for 17 Grammy Awards and garnered three, along with countless accolades, including Time’s Songwriter of the Year of 2001. Her recent double albums, Down Where the Spirit Meets the Bone (2014) and Ghosts of Highway 20 (2016), released on her own label, received some of the best reviews of her career.

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ABOUT THE The Cabot Theater has hosted some of the most talented performers of our time while simultaneously nurturing community life in Beverly and the North Shore.

OUR MISSION To entertain, educate, and inspire our community while preserving this historic gem. How are we doing this all at once?

Entertain: Most nights of the week you can find local and global talent of all kinds on our stage!

Educate: Our In Focus program is not only a film school but a place of belonging and personal growth for youth in our community.

Inspire: Through our free Community Conversations series, local organizations and citizens impact change on important social issues.

Community: We ensure access for all with our $1 movie nights and by participating in the Card to Culture program, giving $5 tickets to EBT card holders.

Preserve: With a new elevator and four simultaneous construction projects this year alone, we’re making sure this beautiful building lasts into the next century and beyond.

As we enter our 10th year as a non-profit, you can be a part of all this.

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CABOT

THE CABOT

BY THE NUMBERS July, 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022

98

882

161

Cabot Club

Card to Culture patrons

Live Events at The Cabot and Off Cabot

Members

74 movies

21

Family Shows

#1 Candy

#1 Beer

Peanut M&M’s (nearly 500 sold)

Riverwalk IPA

1,150

lbs of popcorn kernels popped

479

generous supporters!

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MEMBERSHIP Interested in Cabot Membership? As a member of The Cabot Club, you’ll be in-the-know about all things happening at The Cabot. Plus, you will contribute to our mission of bringing vibrancy to the community through diverse programming that entertains, educates, and inspires.

Member benefits include: 48 hour pre-sale access to the hottest shows so you get the best seats in the house! Free ticket giveaways and invitations to special events like trivia nights, festive gatherings, and more.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY OFF-CABOT! March 19, 2023 Off Cabot Comedy & Events celebrated its first birthday! The intimate and beautifully restored event space has quickly become known to North Shore residents and national comedians.

Located a few blocks from The Cabot Theater at 9 Wallis Street in downtown Beverly, this new 120-seat comedy club is already regularly selling out!

Off-Cabot by the numbers

100+

Endless pretzels and belly laughs

Many many drinks served

9500

SHOWS

PATRONS

For rent You can enjoy the charm and amenities of Off-Cabot for your own event! Inquire about private rentals: rentals@thecabot.org

GET TICKETS FOR A UPCOMING SHOW

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On the surface, our In Focus program is a filmmaking class for youth ages 10 to 15 years of age. In practice, these hands-on classes offer a deep impact curriculum that creates a critical safe space for kids to express and evolve their identities, learn the collaborative nature of success, and find their place in the world.

Throughout the program, young filmmakers make 5 or more films, changing their role each time.

They not only learn a myriad of vocational skills this way but also get to grow; students who are natural leaders learn the power of supporting roles, and more hesitant or shy students get the chance to lead with their own ideas.

Thanks to the funding provided by the Jim and Marie Dawson fund, Someone Else’s Child, the Van Otterloo Foundation, and others, this program is rapidly expanding its scope and the generous number of full scholarships available, allowing kids from diverse backgrounds to learn and grow together.

LEARN MORE

You can contribute to make even more scholarships available.

MAKE A GIFT TO IN FOCUS

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THE CABOT GOES GREEN Live events can create large quantities of waste-from thousands of plastic cups and water bottles to pallets of cardboard to hours of inefficient energy use. The Cabot is dedicated to conserving resources and reducing the ecological footprint of the Cabot on the earth and in the community we serve.

Our goal is to eliminate unnecessary waste, minimize adverse impacts on our cherished resources, and promote sustainable practices among other venues and communities. In 2019 we eliminated plastic cups, lids, and straws and switched to compostable popcorn bags. In 2021 we took the pledge to eliminate plastic water bottles by the end of 2022. We were not able to complete this process, but it is underway. By late spring of 2023 we will have installed filtered water systems at every bar and concession counter at the Cabot and plastic water bottles will no longer be sold.

Please join us in our efforts when you visit The Cabot!

By working together we can make big changes.

CARD TO CULTURE The Cabot is proud to partner with the Mass Cultural Council and Department of Transitional Assistance to offer the Card to Culture program, the most comprehensive effort of its kind in the nation to open doors to arts and culture experiences for low-income families.

Card to Culture lets EBT card holders purchase tickets to most Cabot events for $5 each. This special Card to Culture ticket price offers the experience of performances that span the genres —from concerts, to comedy, to movies, and more.

LIST OF ELIGIBLE SHOWS

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COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS Community Conversations are free monthly events at The Cabot designed to promote discussion and drive change on important topics to our community.

Events always feature a live Q&A paired with experiences such as screenings, lectures, and musical performances. Community Conversations was first announced in May 2021 and has addressed diverse social issues such as homelessness, disability, and workplace equity.

May 25

Greening Your Home with Green Beverly and Change is Simple

June 14

The Dads screening in support of trans youth + Q&A w/filmmaker Luchina Fisher

July 20

Celebrating Our Families with Pathways for Children

JOIN US FOR AN UPCOMING EVENT!

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KIDS AT THE CABOT CONCERT SERIES We want the next generation to experience and fall in love with the performing arts too! Every month from October to April you can catch a special Saturday morning show for families at The Cabot.

We’ve hosted kids’ celebrities like musical sensation Laurie Berkner and regional treasures like Vanessa Trien.

We expose kids to new cultures, including bilingual programs and the Dynamic Rockers who not only get you on your feet but teach multiculturalism through the history of dance. This series has sprung back to life in a big way this year, and shows, such as our March performance by Mario the Magician, are selling out!

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP The Cabot’s Family Membership level grants free tickets (up to 6 per family) to all Kids at the Cabot shows! This generous membership level also gives families 20% off tickets for all family-friendly shows at The Cabot along with the presale access that most of the membership levels enjoy.

LEARN MORE OUR MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

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WHAT’S NEXT AT THE CABOT? SAVE THE DATE

AMPLIFYING VOICES: A CELEBRATION OF DIVERSITY IN FILM FEBRUARY 2-3, 2024 The first Amplifying Voices 2023 was such a huge success that we’re bringing it back.

This two-day film event showcases the lived experience of people of color. The films aim to spark new ways of thinking, prompt conversation, and create empathy and understanding.

This event is in collaboration with The Roxbury Film Festival, Cinefest Latino Boston, North Shore Juneteenth Association, Montserrat College of Art, Endicott College, Salem State University, and the City of Beverly.

ACHIEVING FULL ADA ACCESSIBILITY! Making a 100+ year old building fully accessible, as defined by the Architectural Access Board, is no easy feat, but The Cabot is almost there! We’ve had four ADA projects going on simultaneously this spring to hit our goal. The final pieces are to make the stage itself fully accessible and to get an elevator to the mezzanine.

GOING UP! Our elevator is here! It took a lot of support and collaborative work to make room for an elevator shaft in our century-old building, but we’ve done it. Once it passes inspection this spring, you can take a ride on up to the mezzanine.

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AUCTION ITE Private Cocktail Party at Hammond Castle

Enjoy the historic Hammond Castle like a King or Queen at your private cocktail party with up to 20 of your closest friends.

5 Nights in Santorini & Catamaran Cruise Trip for Two Enjoy the crystal blue waters contrasted against the lush green rolling hills of this paradise.

Hale Farm visit with Anna Rossi You and your group will enjoy Beverly’s Hale Farm while learning about its historical significance and enjoying the lovely company of local celebrity chef, Anna Rossi, who serves up a stunning artisan board for you and your guests to feast upon.

Visit The Tonight Show!

You and your guest will visit the iconic The Tonight Show during the 2023-2024 season. Stay at the Millenium Hotel and take in the energy of New York City!

Private Group Party at Kings!

Gather your group of up to 20 people and head to Kings for a private event experience!

Take Me Out to the Ballgame!

Enjoy a tour of Historical Fenway Park, America’s Most Beloved Ballpark, and 4 Tickets to any 2023 in-season Home Game!

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Private Party on the High Seas!

Two-and-a-half hour sail onboard Gloucester’s Adventure Schooner.

This trip off Cape Ann will be an unforgettable experience!

Original Artwork by Robert Frascella Beautiful piece by local renowned artist, Robert Frascella

VIP Broadway Insiders Package You and a friend visit NYC for this unforgettable exclusive experience of meeting Broadway stars and attending one of the shows on the Great White Way! Lake Placid Family Ski Trip Stay in the coveted Whiteface Mountain NY area where you and your family can enjoy all the location has to offer: skiing, bobsledding, snowshoeing, or just getting cozy by the fire. Breathtaking views your whole family will enjoy!

Patriots Viewing Party at The Cabot!

Enjoy this unique viewing party of a 2023-2024 Patriots season game at The Cabot. Party for up to 100 people to enjoy food and drinks and watch the game on the big movie screen.

The Patriots winning the game not included.

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THANK

TO OUR SPONSORS A

(as of April 4

HEADLINER SPONSORS

CM&B Bank | North Shore Bank

SPOTLIGHT SPONSORS

Jane and Tom Alexander | Bertolon Family Foundation Mary and Joe Carlucci | Marie and Jim Dawson Karen and John Drislane Dunkin Donuts and the Serpa Family Coleen Fitzgibbon and Dave Comb Marcia Glassman-Jaffe and Mark Jaffe Dr. Stephen and Mrs. Darcy Immerman William Loring and Elizabeth Sadler Loring The Loring Family | M&T Bank Pamela and Bruce Nardella

OPENING NIGHT SPONSORS

Nick and Annie Coe | Sandra Cook and John Greci Danvers Industrial Packaging | The Dodge Family ECS Wellness | Holly Fabyan and Mark McHugh Paula Polo-Filias and Alex Filias | Jon Gray and Robert Nelson David and Melanie Little | John Maestranzi Ford and Kate O’Neil | Lyn and Tom Shields Al and Francine Temkin | YMCA of the North Shore | GraVoc

UP STAGE SPONSORS

3Edge Asset Mgmt | Diane and Mike Christian Lisanne and Michael Cirullo Essex County Community Foundation Becky Jacques | Kate and Kim Meader Kathleen and Kevin O’Connor Heaton Robertson and Henrietta Gates SV Design | Gardner Mattress

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AND SUPPORTERS!

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VIP SUPPORTERS/ SPONSORS

Martha and Ted Acworth | Cleo and Gerard Alexander Katie and Webster Bull | Jon and Laurinda Butcher Claudia Califano | Lisa and John Colucci Alle Cutler | Gina and Hank Deschamps | Alex Devereaux Rebecca Douglass and Peter Argeropulos Steve and Sandy Drohosky | Eastern Bank Heather and Tom Ford | Jonathan Mendez and Diana Gallo Lauren and Paul Gudonis Heather Hazel | Joyce and Bill Howard Janice and Ralph James | Sharon and Pete Lawler Michael and Robin McNiff | Ingrid and Mark Renzi Anna and AJ Rossi | Jeff Rubel Susan and Lenny Sharon Mary Ann Sherry and Michael Bresnan Howard Stern and Holly Harrington Stern Gladys and John Sullivan | Chuck Thibeault Kevin and Brian Tobin Jennifer and Alexander Truck | Jean Verbridge

MARIE AND JIM DAWSON FUND SUPPORTERS

Jeffrey Aubuchon | Matt Blanchard | Robert Buffum Katie Bull | Betsy Bullock | Jennifer Buras | Rob Carr Rabbi Chaim “Eddie” Casper | Nancy and David Coletti Brian Cranney | Marie and Jim Dawson Rosemary and Donat Fournier | Camilla and Steve Frager Jim Garvey | Peter Gourdeau | Jay and Joan Henderson Ingrid Hodges | Joyce and Bill Howard | Kristine Lauranzano Janis Liacos | Leo Maestranzi | Nancy Marino | Joe Martino Richard Mastrocola | Judy and Wayne Miller John and Joan Putney | Stan Ragalevsky Robert Reardon | Bill and Louise Scanlon | Debbie Scialdone Tim Shea | Mary Silvestri | Dave and Judy Smith Jeanne Williams

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THANK YOU TO OUR DEDICATED EVENT COMMITTEE Martha Acworth | Tom Alexander | Jon Butcher | Katie Bull Michael Cirullo | John Drislane Karen Drislane Jon Gray Bill Howard | Stephen Immerman Mark Jaffe David Little | Caleb Loring III Dave Masse | Kim Meader | Kevin O’Connor | Anna Rossi Lyn Shields | Holly Harrington Stern | Kathy Taylor | Al Temkin

AUCTION DONOR LIST

Thank you to our online auction donors (as of April 4, 2023)

Martha and Ted Acworth | John Archer | AVIER Flight School Boch Center | The Cabot Lodge | Robert Frascella The Gloucester Adventure, Inc. Nancy Haas of Lux Bond & Green | Hammond Castle Trip Hargrave | Historic Beverly Dr. Stephen and Mrs. Darcy Immerman Mark Jaffe and Marcia Glassman-Jaffe George Ladd | M.S. Walker | Michael Mercier Mission Boathouse | Root | Anna Rossi | Kathy Taylor Al Temkin | Jon Tosi | Dave Masse | The Boston Bruins

THANK YOU TO THESE SPECIAL SUPPORTERS

The Dodge Family | The Byrne Family The Goldberg Family | Karen Carr and Dave Masse 20 | THE CABOT’S BIG NIGHT

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CABOT BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mark Jaffe | Chairman of the Board Stephen Immerman | Vice Chairman John Drislane | Treasurer Michael Milsom | Secretary Martha Acworth

Bill Howard

Tom Alexander

Elizabeth Loring

Henry Bertolon

Richard Marino

Jon Butcher

David R. Masse

Joseph Carlucci

Robert McInnes

Annie B. Coe

Kevin O’Connor

James Dawson

Anna Rossi

Alex Devereaux

Thaddeus S. Siemasko

Steve Drohosky

BIG NIGHT LEADERSHIP TEAM J. Casey Soward | Executive Director Kimberley Ballard | Director of Philanthropy & Community Relations Bob Stoneham | Director of Facilities & Rentals Jill Davidson | Director of Concert & Event Operations Jennifer Gonyea | Director of Development Maureen Cotton | Associate Director of Development Jackie Indrisano | General Manager, Off Cabot Amy Jaromin | Director of Accounting Andrew Dorr | Production Manager