OCSA Season Premiere Program 2024

Proudly Presents

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Balboa Bay Bay Resort Resort || Newport Newport Beach Beach Balboa

We are thrilled to welcome you to our sensational season opener, presented by the Orange County School of the Arts Foundation!

Our talented student artists have been hard at work to bring you this evening of spectacular entertainment, full of captivating acoustic performances and dazzling show-stoppers.

Tonight’s lineup also includes an exhilarating live auction, so get your bid paddles ready!

We hope you enjoy every moment of this coastal-country celebration!

THIS EVENING’S MENU Warm Artisan Rolls Whipped Creamy Butter SALAD Gorgonzola and Fresh Strawberry Salad Leaf Lettuces, Gorgonzola Cheese, Fresh Strawberries, California Citrus Candied Walnuts, and White Balsamic Vinaigrette ENTRÉE Seared Filet Mignon and Jumbo Prawns Boursin Risotto, Sauce Thermidor, Sweet Corn and Squash Succotash, and Pickled Onions DESSERT Pineapple Coconut Cheesecake Coconut Milk Cheesecake, Graham Cracker Crust, and Tropical Fruit Compote -Alternating WithMilk Chocolate Dome Caramel Crème Brûlée Center, Chocolate Cake, and Fresh Strawberry Coffee and Tea Service

Introducing Our Incredible

STUDENT PERFORMERS Luca Aiello Amy Aoki Jonathan Archer Kai Armitage Thurman Arosteguy Johann Avenido Charlotte Balaze Jacob Barton Isabella Betancourt Isabella Both Jack Branch Parker Brueggeman Aaron Chang Ashlyn Chung Kai De La Cruz Jordan Eskenazi Caitlin Francisco Guinevere Gale Levi Gomes Amy Guo Ashley Guo Jonah Guzman Nathan Han Claire Harmsen Tiger Herda Zane Herrmann Ava Hill Jack Hillebrecht Keanu Ho Natalie Jahn Ella Jerrier Joleane Jewell Maddox Kennerson Colin Kerrane Kaili Kester Elise Kim Hailey Kim Brendan Knox Maiya Kothari Jett Lackey Kelly Li

Maya Loureiro David Lyons Logan Macy Emerson Mcdougall Tomas Mendoza Angelina Militante Jonathan Mizrahi-Aks Allison Molin Abriella Nicolalde Celine Ngo Sebastian Padilla Alyssa Park Jade Park Brandon Paul Angelina Pendleton-Mendez Daniel Peters Brandon Pham Ava Recana Joules Recana Isabella Rivera Taylor Roscoe Piper Rovsek Romah Rukov Luke Sakurai Alexandria Shehab Ella Sheppard Jesse Shneider Thomas Song Sydney Sublette Kaiden Surti Eliza Tait Anika Tantradi Erin Tardibuono Leyla Ton Natalie Tseng Jadon Vo Liya Wilson Elizabeth Yong Rylee Young Hayden Yu

You can make a difference by participating in this evening’s exciting Opportunity Drawing, Live Auction, and Fund-A-Dream.

The unique, transformational experience that OCSA provides for students – including those you see on stage tonight – would not be possible without the generous support of individuals like you!

OPPORTUNITY DRAWING Ultimate OCSA Experience Donated By: OCSA Foundation

Can’t get enough of OCSA? This incredible package guarantees you a seat at the most sensational events of the season, plus exclusive perks. Don’t miss a moment of next year’s extraordinary season!

This package includes: • Two (2) reserved seats at the Balboa Bay Resort Holiday Tree Lighting in December 2024 • Two (2) tickets to OCSA’s Gala on Saturday, March 29, 2025 • Four (4) tickets to OCSA’s Season Finale on Saturday, May 24, 2025 • Four (4) tickets to two (2) OCSA performances of your choice during the 2024-2025 school year • Private lunch for two (2) with OCSA’s President and CEO, Teren Shaffer, and his wife, Brianna Shaffer • OCSA Parent/Guardian Parking Pass for the 2024-2025 school year Special Notes: Valid only for the 2024-2025 school year.

1 Ticket for $50 | 6 Tickets for $200 Value: $2,000

The Opportunity Drawing will close tonight at 10 p.m.

The winner will be notified on Monday morning.

PURCHASE OPPORTUNITY OPPORTUNITY PURCHASE DRAWING TICKETS TICKETS HERE! HERE! DRAWING

LIVE AUCTION Rustic Week in Big Bear Donated By: Sherry & Paul Main

Escape the hustle and bustle of the everyday routine and visit your very own mountain retreat in charming Big Bear, California! Spend the week in the exclusive Main Lair cabin, where you can cozy up next to the covered outdoor fireplace or embrace the great outdoors with an array of mountain activities. Whether you are seeking tranquility or adventure, this getaway offers something for everyone!

This package includes: • Six (6) night stay in the 3,000-square-foot Main Lair cabin located in Big Bear, California • Residence accommodates up to ten (10) guests and features five (5) bedrooms, four (4) bathrooms, ensuite spa tubs, an outdoor spa, and a fully stocked gourmet kitchen complete with Viking stove/range, dishwasher, and an outdoor BBQ/patio for al fresco dining Special Notes: Stay to be arranged based on availability at the time of request. Stay to commence before November 10, 2025. Blackout dates include November 22, 2024 – December 1, 2024 and December 20, 2024 – January 4, 2025.

Ohana Stay in Kona Donated By: Shelley & Steve Ho

What better way to spend your vacation days than floating in a cool, relaxing infinity pool overlooking the stunning Hawaiian coastline? Get away from it all in luxury at this beautiful, one-of-a-kind home in Kona on the big island of Hawaii. With plenty of room to spread out, an outdoor kitchen, panoramic views, and so much more, you’ll never want to leave your private island haven!

This package includes: • One (1) week stay in a 3,900-square-foot house located in Kona, Hawaii • Residence accommodates up to eight (8) guests and features five (5) bedrooms, six (6) bathrooms, a lanai (enclosed patio), an outdoor kitchen, and an infinity pool and spa Special Notes: Valid through September 14, 2025. The dates available will be determined by the property manager. The house is available if not already booked. Refundable security deposit of $1,500 required.

FUND-A-DREAM Make a Donation, Make an Impact

Support our bright and talented students with a 100% tax-deductible gift!

All proceeds will help to fund the OCSA experience for students in need whose families are living below the federal poverty level, providing necessary support toward the costs of their arts conservatory classes, yearbooks, dances, school supplies, and more.

DONATE DONATE DONATE NOW! NOW! NOW!

Thank you for your continued support of our deserving student artists.

We couldn’t make the magic happen without you!

$7,500 TABLE SPONSORS

Chapman University Anna Schlotzhauer and Jim Bergman

$5,000 TABLE SPONSORS Tim and Michelle Danaher Cheryl and Michael Laven The Malis Family

$3,500 TABLE SPONSORS

The Abiera, Dormitorio, Kantelis, McCollum-Van Hoosear, and Reese Families Ann Burge Gillian Hayes The Herman Family The Herrmann Family Jennie Johanson-Maya and Sal Maya M|W|A's Marcy Weinstein Tita Nguyen and Michael Le Orange County Credit Union Kim and Bert Tavares Russell and Liz Turner

UNDERWRITERS

Albert and Miaad Bushala Jackie Daytona, Regular Human Bartender Cherie and Scott Emigh Mike Gu at Santa Ana Wheel The Herthel Family Law Offices of Margaret A. Chidester & Associates OnCall IT, Inc. Samueli Foundation Teren and Brianna Shaffer Sheppard Mullin Charlie and Ling Zhang

SPECIAL THANKS The Herman Family

Sponsors current as of August 30, 2024

HONORARY PRODUCER

Carole Pickup

SEASON SPONSORS

EVENT SPONSOR

SEASON PREMIERE EVENT TEAMS Creative & Production Team Cindy Peca, Creative Director & Producer Michael Von Hoffman, Director of Special Event Productions Melissa Wackerman, Music Director Jacob Piattoni (CMD, ‘18), Choreographer/Foundation & Creative Team Associate Gavin Thrasher, Vocal Director Mark Wein, MONTAGE! Band Leader Patrick Copeland, Arranger CJ Lazatin, Production Coordinator Quinn Olesiuk, Foundation & Creative Team Jr. Associate Development & Special Events Team Elizabeth Ton (MT, ‘95), Vice President of Development Jamie Schofield, Sr. Director of Special Events Anna Belmer Jackson (MT, ‘13), Director of Individual Giving Greg McCollum, Director of Business & Corporate Relations Katie Perry Page (MT, ‘11), Development Manager Julia Rudge (CMD, ‘16), Special Events Associate Communications Team Kelly Andrews, Vice President of Communications Amanda Blazey, Director of Marketing Julia Gutierrez, Director of Public Relations Ricardo Mesina, Sr. Graphic Designer Anel Cantu, Graphic Designer Shelby Joncas (CMD, ’08), Public Relations Manager Staci Berrey, Marketing Associate Darren Bautista, Marketing & Development Jr. Associate

SCHOOL LEADERSHIP & BOARDS School Leadership Teren Shaffer, President & CEO Gregory Endelman, Ed.D., Chief Operations Officer School Administration Michael Ciecek, Principal Kimberly Barraza Lyons, Ph.D., Assistant Principal of Instruction Becca Freeland, Assistant Principal of Student Services Maria Lazarova, D.M.A., Assistant Principal of Arts Abbe Levine, Assistant Principal of Student Supervision Lauren Reynolds, Director of Special Services Shelley Stanphill, Learning Specialist Board of Trustees Officers Paul Satkin, Chair Gary Humphreys, Secretary Members Hon. Halim Dhanidina (Ret.) Vincent Foley, Jr. Jessica Herthel Foundation Board of Directors Officers Jason Herthel, Chair Teren Shaffer, President & CEO Jennifer Sternshein, Secretary Michael Laven, Treasurer Hon. Halim Dhanidina (Ret.), Board of Trustees Representative Jennie Johanson-Maya, Vice Chair, Public Relations & Marketing Eoin L. Kreditor, J.D., Vice Chair, Legacy Giving Kimberley Lakes, Ph.D., Vice Chair, Human Capital Christine Walker-Bowman, Vice Chair, Finance Lisa Argyros Jim Bergman Lisa Brennan Miaad Bushala Bruce E. Chapman

Directors Jim Conroy Julia Feldman Lamia Gabal, M.D. Julie Garn Gillian Hayes, Ph.D.

Steven Ho Martin Howard Michael Le, M.D. Lee Runnels Don Steiner

Emeritus Board Julia Argyros John Daniels Sandy Segerstrom Daniels Mohamed El-Erian Brad Ellis, J.D. Maria Newkirk Fong John Gates Carol Green Jerry Mandel Michal Mekjian, Jr. James “Walkie” Ray Judy Sabbagh Susan Samueli, Ph.D. Janice Frey Smith Kate St. Clair Russell Stern John Vestri Scott Woolsey In Memoriam Paul Folino Doug Garn Sebastian Paul Musco Lew Webb

PROUD SUPPORTERS OF ORANGE COUNTY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

1221 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663 | 949.645.5000 | balboabayresort.com

Let Our Inspiring Student Artists Elevate Your Next Event!

Make your private, corporate, or charity function spectacular with a professional-level performance featuring a select group of bright and talented student artists from Orange County School of the Arts!

Choose the group that best meets the needs of your event and budget!

Ballet Folklórico Dancers Ballroom Dancers Classical Singers Commercial Dancers Instrumental Musicians MONTAGE! Performance Ambassadors

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