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Manatee Players and
Producing Artistic Director Rick Kerby
present
THE MUSIC MAN
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Story by
MEREDITH WILLSON MEREDITH WILLSON
and FRANK LACEY
The Music Man Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre
International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com
The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly
prohibited
Directed by Choreographed by
Tim Spradlin Kelly Burnette
Music Direction by Lighting Designed by Set Desgned by
J. Daniel Lauritzon Patrick Bedell Kristin Ribble
Costumes Designed by Stage Manager
Caren Brady Brittney Klepper
Associate Producer: Diane & Pete
December 1-18
in Stone Hall at Manatee Performing Arts Center
Theater Information Each audience member must occupy a seat and have a ticket, including infants. Although there are no age restrictions, parents should use discretion regarding appropriateness of some offerings. Information on shows, including recommended ages, is available by calling our Box Office at (941) 748-5875. FREE PARKING INFORMATION 401 7th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205 LATECOMERS Tickets are valid only if presented for admission before the start of the date and time of the show listed. Patrons arriving late are not guaranteed admission, but may be seated on an “as available” basis at the sole discretion of management. SMOKING/VAPING Smoking or use of e-cigarettes is not permitted anywhere inside the performing arts center. RECORDING DEVICES ARE NOT ALLOWED Due to copyright restrictions, audio and video recording is strictly prohibited during performances. ELECTRONIC DEVICES Please turn off all electronic devices. EMERGENCY EXITS Please familiarize yourself with nearest exit sign. ACCESSIBILITY The Manatee Performing Arts Center strives to make its performances and facilities accessible to everyone and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines with respect to providing reasonable accommodations as required to afford equal opportunity to qualified individuals with disabilities. BOOSTER SEATS Booster seats are available by request for those patrons who need them. Please see a team member at the information desk in the lobby. NOISE REDUCTION EAR PROTECTION We have both adult and child-sized hearing protection for those with sound sensitivity. Stop by the information desk to secure a set to better enjoy the live entertainment. BOX OFFICE INFORMATION: STONE HALL Hours of Operation Tuesday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM Phone: (941) 748-5875 Box office is open 60 minutes BRADENTON KIWANIS THEATER before each performance. Tickets are also available online at ManateePerformingArtsCenter.com
Director's Notes
The Music Man was the perfect first show in Florida for
me to direct. Me being a native Midwesterner gave a nice
opportunity to bring my perspective to your community.
My other connection to this show is my fascination with
films about snake oil salesmen or fake faith healers. Films
like “Elmer Gantry”, “Leap Of Faith” “The Rainmaker”, and
“The Disappearance Of Amy”. The connection that all these
stories have is transformation. Not only the transformation
of the people who are duped but the transformation of the
person guilty of perpetuating the lie. So for me what I enjoy
seeing is what we can become when we step outside of our comfort zone and take
chances. In that moment change is possible.
-Timothy Spradlin
Creative Team
Tim Spradlin
(Director) – Tim is thrilled to be directing for Manatee Performing Arts Center for the
first time. Tim was seen on stage this past summer in the show Let It Be for The
Players. Tim comes to us from Indianapolis where he directed The Bridges Of Madison
County, Gypsy, Nine, West Side Story, Sweet Charity, Bye-Bye Birdie, Damn Yankees,
On The Town and The Goodbye Girl at Footlite Musicals; Passion at Theater On The
Square; Nuts and The Rainmaker at Buck Creek Players; Yank at The District; and
Rabbit Hole for The Theatre Within. Tim has had starring roles in Fun Home, The
Story Of My Life, The Last Session, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Pirates of Penzance,
Evita, Chess, Godspell, and Sweeney Todd. Tim was a regular with The American
Cabaret. Tim's CD Belt Ballad And Blues is available on cdbaby.com.
Kelly Burnette
(Choreographer) - The first show Kelly did after moving to Florida 25 years ago was
at the old Manatee Players, as Sally Bowles in Cabaret. Since then, she has directed
and choreographed many shows at both the old and new theaters, as well as winning
Best Actress for Sweet Charity. She has been with the Manatee School for the Arts
Dance Dept. since 1998, and been an Adjunct Instructor at State College of FL since
2006. Kelly is proud to be a member of Actor’s Equity, and has won awards at the
local, state and national level as an educator, performer, and director/choreographer.
Thanks to Tim, Brittney, and Emma, her Dance Captain for this show; as well as her
husband, Bill, and daughter, Alexis—they make everything possible and worthwhile!
Happy Holidays!
Creative Team J. Daniel Lauritzson (Musical Director) – J. Daniel is thrilled to be participating in his first MPAC show as music director. Daniel is a performer, composer, and teacher. Originally from Illinois, Daniel moved to Rochester, NY and received his Bachelor’s degree in Music Education from Roberts Wesleyan College and his Master’s degree from the American College of Education. Daniel moved to Florida in 2018 with his wife Jillian and baby boy Dorian. Daniel’s teaching career has included both classroom and choral music education in the Rochester City and Kendall, NY school districts, as well as Pinellas County and Manatee County school districts for a 13-year career. He has served as music director for high school musicals such as Shrek, Into the Woods, Hairspray, Avenue Q, Pippin, and The Addams Family. Recent stage credits include Gaston in Beauty and the Beast, Bob in The Old Maid and the Thief, Enjolras in Les Misérables. He is excited to be performing the role of Dan in the upcoming production of Next to Normal at the Manatee Performing Arts Center in January 2023. Kristin Ribble (Set Designer) – Kristin has been a part of the Manatee Players since she was twelve years old in a variety of capacities and has been the Production Manager for fourteen years. Music Man marks Kristin’s second set design credit having previously designed the set for Cinderella last December. She also recently was proud to have the opportunity to co-direct and choreograph MPAC’s productions of The Will Rogers Follies and You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown. Some of her favorite stage management credits include Gypsy, How to Succeed, Titanic, Pippin, Mary Poppins, Newsies, A Little Night Music, West Side Story, Assassins, 42nd Street, Chess, The Little Mermaid, Secret Garden, Into the Woods, Tarzan, Les Miserables, Miss Saigon, Anything Goes, Evita, and the award winning productions of Sweeney Todd and Sunday in the Park with George. Kristin thanks Rick for trusting her with the opportunities to step out of her comfort zone and try new things! Patrick Bedell (Lighting Designer) – Patrick has been doing theatrical lighting since 2003 and architectural and event lighting since 2015. He is based in the Boston area but has projects in Brooklyn and Vegas with Gateway Productions as Project Manager and Lighting Technician. Locally, Patrick most recently designed MPAC productions of Gypsy, Rent, Damn Yankees, Matilda, Mary Poppins, Pippin, Mamma Mia! Some of Patrick’s past works include 2.5 Minute Ride, Baby, Driving Miss Daisy, Annie, Anna in the Tropics, The Father, Peter and the Starcatcher, Wit, 13: The Musical, It’s A Wonderful Life, Children of a Lesser God, Sylvia, To Kill A Mockingbird, Bye Bye Birdie, Yank!, The Diary of Anne Frank, The Miracle Worker, Bark!, Agnes of God, Godspell, The Man of La Mancha, and Beehive. “Thank you friends and family for all of the support”
Creative Team
Caren Brady
(Costume Designer) – Caren Brady is celebrating 35 years as a Fairy Godmother for all
things costume. A graduate of Bluffton College, Caren started her career at Stagecraft
Theatrical in Cincinnati Ohio and eventually opened her dream business, Cincinnati
Costume Company. This shop costumed productions throughout Ohio and the nation.
After losing Cincinnati Costume Company in a fire in 2007, Caren joined Cincinnati
Landmark Productions as their Costume Shop Manager, Costume Designer, and
Props Mistress and served there for over 12 years. Now Caren is beginning a new
chapter, here at Manatee Performing Arts Center. She is thrilled to be working with
this cast and production team. Much love to family and friends far and near who
always support the crazy costume lady!”
Brittney Klepper
(Stage Manager) – Brittney is excited for the opportunity to stage manage this classic
production of The Music Man! She previously stage managed Best Christmas Pageant
Ever and co-stage managed Fiddler on the Roof. Brittney is also an avid performer
who was recently seen on the MPAC stage in Gypsy (Tessie Tura) and How to Succeed
in Business Without Really Trying (Smitty). Previous shows at MPAC include White
Christmas, Hairspray, Shout, Ring of Fire, Always, Patsy Cline, The Little Mermaid,
Sylvia, My One and Only, Les Misérables, Shrek, Evita and Anything Goes.
A Contemporary
Musical Drama
About A Family
Next to Normal is an
emotional powerhouse that
addresses such issues as
grieving a loss, ethics in
modern psychiatry, and
suburban life.
This show opens January 19th in Stone Hall
and is part of our Action Through Acting series
Rated PG-13 for strong adult language and themes
Cast
Harold Hill.................................................................................................Michael Silvestri
Marian Paroo............................................................................................ Shannon Wright
Marcellus Washburn........................................................................................ Mike Nolan
Winthrop Paroo...............................................................................Leelynn Back-Netherly
Widow Paroo............................................................................................... Meg Newsome
Amaryllis.................................................................................................... Willa Carpenter
Mayor George Shinn.......................................................................................... Jay Poppe
Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn................................................................................ Peg Harvey
Zaneeta Shinn........................................................................................... Emma Mandzik
Gracie Shinn............................................................................................. Josephine Batty
Tommy Djilas.............................................................................................Dylan Saavedra
Charlie Cowell............................................................................................. Seth Bracewell
Constable Locke............................................................................................ Mark Eichorn
Quartet
Jayce Squires...................................................................................... Mark Netherly
Ewart Dunlop.............................................................................................. Jim Wolfe
Oliver Hix................................................................................................ Joe Eckstein
Olin Britt.............................................................................................. Peter O’Malley
Mrs. Squire........................................................................................... Deborah Shenning
Maud Dunlop................................................................................................. Carol Ciancia
Alma Hix.....................................................................................................Olivia Turpening
Ethel Toffelmier.....................................................................................Sarah Van Keuren
Pick-a-Littles................................................Sharon Bartley, Carol Ciancia, Gayle Foster,
Peg Harvey, Rayna Lewis, Deborah Shenning,
Olivia Turpening, Sarah Van Keuren
Salesmen.................................................... Seth Bracewell, Joe Eckstein, Mark Eichorn,
Mark Netherly, Mike Nolan, Peter O’Malley,
Jim Wolfe, Eduardo Zoppe
Conductor........................................................................................................... Jay Poppe
Townspeople........................................ Colelissa Back-Netherly, Leelynn Back-Netherly,
Sharon Bartley, Bowen Batty, Josephine Batty,
Willa Carpenter, Carol Ciancia, Joe Eckstein,
Mark Eichorn, Gayle Foster, Peg Harvey,
Rayna Lewis, Emma Mandzik, Allie McLaughlin,
Mark Netherly, Meg Newsome, Mike Nolan,
Peter O’Malley, Jay Poppe, Dylan Saavedra,
Deborah Shenning, Olivia Turpening, Sarah Van Keuren,
Jim Wolfe, Eduardo Zoppe, Lara Zoppe
Band Members.................................... Colelissa Back-Netherly, Leelynn Back-Netherly,
Bowen Batty, Willa Carpenter, Allie McLaughlin,
Dylan Saavedra, Lara Zoppe
Show
Act One
Overture..............................................................................................................Orchestra
Rock Island............................................................................... Salesmen, Charlie Cowell
Iowa Stubborn...............................................................................................Townspeople
Ya Got Trouble..................................................................................Harold, Townspeople
Piano Lesson / If You Don’t Mind My Saying So...........................Widow Paroo, Marian
Goodnight My Someone........................................................................Marian, Amaryllis
Columbia, Gem of the Ocean......................................................... Eulalie, Townspeople
Seventy-Six Trombones...................................................................Harold, Townspeople
Ice Cream / Sincere..................................................................................Harold, Quartet
Sadder But Wiser Girl........................................................................... Harold, Marcellus
Pick-a-Little, Talk-a-Little / Goodnight, Ladies.............................Eulalie, Townswomen,
Harold, Quartet
Marian The Librarian............................................................................................... Harold
My White Knight......................................................................................................Marian
The Wells Fargo Wagon.....................................................................Winthrop, Company
15-Minute Intermission
Act Two
Entr’acte.............................................................................................................Orchestra
Eulalie's Ballet..................................................................................Eulalie, Pick-a-Littles
It’s You....................................................................................................................Quartet
Shipoopi...................................................................................... Marcellus, Townspeople
Pick-a-Little, Talk-a-Little (reprise)...................................................Eulalie, Pick-a-Littles
Lida Rose / Will I Ever Tell You?.................................................Harold, Quartet, Marian
Gary, Indiana..................................................................Winthrop, Marian, Widow Paroo
Lida Rose (reprise).................................................................................................Quartet
Till There Was You......................................................................................Marian, Harold
Goodnight / Seventy-Six Trombones (double reprise).............................Harold, Marian
Till There Was You (reprise).................................................................................... Harold
Finale...................................................................................................................Company
Manatee Performing Arts Center’s resident senior
theatre troupe, DraMature, presents a showcase
of entertaining songs, sketches, & surprises that
are the perfect holiday treat for you & your family!
Winter Follies has performances on
December 14th at 7:30 PM
December 15th at 2 PM
Cast Colelissa Back-Netherly (Ensemble) – Colelissa has attended three kid camps at MPAC appearing in Junior productions of Alice In Wonderland, 101 Dalmatians and Matilda. She is excited to join her family in River City. Colelissa sends love and thanks to her Daddy Adrian, her grandmothers and Lee’s teacher Mrs. Kostas. Leelynn Back-Netherly (Winthrop Paroo) – Leelynn has attended two kid camps at MPAC. He was exited to make his acting debut in Titanic this past Spring and delighted to return to the stage in the role of Winthrop. Leelynn sends love and thanks to Daddy Adrian, his grandmothers, and to his teacher Mrs. Kostas. Sharon Bartley (Ensemble) – Last seen in MPAC’s production of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Sharon is excited to be part of this delightful, classic, Music Man. Originally from NYC, Sharon has a BA from Hofstra University and an MA from NYU. Bowen Batty (Ensemble) – Bowen is excited to be in his first production at MPAC. His previous shows include Godspell Jr. at Venice Theatre and many years of study at Players Theatre and Florida Studio Theatre in Sarasota. Bowen is very passionate about musical theatre and hopes to be on Broadway in the future. Josephine Batty (Grace Shinn) - Josie is excited to be in her first production at MPAC. She has studied dancing, singing, and acting at Players Theatre in Sarasota. Josie is currently in second grade at Pine View School where her favorite subject is art. She plans to continue acting and study science as she grows. Seth Bracewell (Charlie Cowell) – Seth most recently appeared in Gypsy and How to Succeed at MPAC! Seth is enjoying his return to the stage after a 20-year hiatus, appearing in The Mystery Of Irma Vep and The Great American Trailer Park Musical in 2021. Seth is also an avid vocalist, performing as a soloist and in vocal ensembles. Willa Carpenter (Amaryllis/ Ensemble) - Willa has had a passion for entertaining and singing for others from her earliest days. She is currently in 7th grade, attending Booker Middle School. Regional credits include Rufus Understudy in Knoxville. She would like to thank Spotlight Kids Theatre, her mom and dad for their love and support!
Cast Carol Ciancia (Maud Dunlop/ Ensemble) - Carol is happy to back at MPAC after appearing in Titanic last spring. Carol and her husband, Peter O'Malley are snowbirds from New Jersey. Carol has played over 21 principal roles in the Gilbert & Sullivan repertory in addition to leading roles in numerous musicals including Marian, the Librarian, 30 years ago! Joe Eckstein (Oliver Hix/Quartet) - Joe is a children’s book author and illustrator and runs an art and media production company, Imagine! Studios. He grew up in central Ohio and has been performing onstage since age five. This is his twelfth production with Manatee Players since Bye Bye Birdie (Harry MacAfee) in 2016. Mark Eichorn (Constable Locke/Ensemble) - Mark was last seen here as Edgar Beane in Titanic. This summer he played Professor Plum in Clue in Pennsylvania. Favorites include Beauty & the Beast (Cogsworth) and Jesus Christ Superstar (Herod) at MPAC & The Fantasticks (Hucklebee) for Players of Sarasota. From Allentown, he performed on the West Coast for 30 years. Gayle Foster (Ensemble) - Gayle was previously seen on this stage in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Other shows include It’s a Wonderful Life as Ma Bailey and Mrs. Upson in Mame. Other favorite shows include Cinderella, My Fair Lady, All Shook Up, Catch me if you Can, and Follies to name a few. She is thrilled to be part of this classic. Peg Harvey (Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn) - Since portraying Jeanette in The Full Monty, Peg earned her Equity EMC for understudying Della in Asolo Rep's, The Cake. Post-COVID, she was Miss Maudie in To Kill A Mockingbird at Venice Theatre. Past favorite roles include Yente, Mazeppa, Lipschitz, Paquette, and Vera Charles in her hometown Staten Island. Rayna Lewis (Ensemble) - Rayna is a Freshman at Blake High School. This is Rayna’s first show on the mainstage here at Manatee Performing Arts Center. Rayna has performed in the productions Lion King Jr., Moana Jr., Matilda Jr., Aladdin Jr., and is currently in The Music Man Jr. Emma Mandzik (Zaneeta Shinn/Ensemble) – Emma is a freshman at LRHS and is extremely excited to be in another MPAC production. Previous credits include: Beauty and the Beast (Silly Girl/Napkin) and Follies (Zulecki/ Ensemble). She is a student at Ovation and would like to thank all her teachers for their support. Enjoy the show!
Cast Allie McLaughlin (Ensemble) – Allie is elated to return to MPAC! She previous performed as Matilda in Matilda The Musical. She greatly appreciates the love, support, and encouragement of her family, friends, and teachers. Allie would like to thank Spotlight Kids, Sarasota Players Centre, and Reflex Arts for their instruction and guidance. Mark Netherly (Jacey Squires/Quartet) – Mark is excited to be joined in River City by both of his kids, Colelissa and Lee, for the first time. Previously featured in favorites such as Hairspray, Young Frankenstein, Mamma Mia, and Titanic, this is Mark’s 11th Manatee Players production. Love and thanks to my family and this wonderful cast. Meg Newsome (Widow Paroo) – After playing Marian in the DraMature Music Man, Sr., she's thrilled now to play her mother! A regular in Manatee and Sarasota, favorite roles include Fiddler (Yente), Dear World (Madwoman), and Sister Act (Mother Superior). “I dedicate this to my dad, whose love of Music Man and barbershop defined my childhood!” Mike Nolan (Marcellus) - Mike appeared earlier in this season at Manatee Performing Arts Center as J.B. Biggley in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Last season he appeared in Mamma Mia, Chaplin, and Titanic. Later this season he will appear as Harry in Company. Love always to Hollie and Hoss. Peter O'Malley (Olin Britt/Quartet) – Back after sinking with Titanic. At MPAC: Phantom (2016). Roles elsewhere Fantasticks (El Gallo), South Pacific (Emile), Sweeney (Judge Turpin), Guys & Dolls (Sky), Chicago (Billy Flynn), Forum (Miles Gloriosus), 27 Gilbert & Sullivan roles, children’s theater, concerts, revues, recitals. Married to cast member Carol Ciancia. Jay Poppe (Mayor George Shinn) - Jay, in addition to acting, has been producing scenic projections and videos for Mary Poppins, Newsies, Chaplin, and Titanic. His most recent acting role was in A Christmas Carol playing six different characters. He thanks Tim for allowing him to trod the boards again and to husband Ray for his support. Dylan Saavedra (Tommy Djilas) - Dylan is thrilled to be in this amazing cast. Some of his previous credits include Jack Kelly in Newsies, Pippin in Pippin, and Chip Tolentino in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Dylan has also been singing on worship teams for three years and has been dancing since he was five years old.
Cast Deborah Shenning (Mrs. Squires) - Debbie is pleased to be joining Manatee Players for the first time. She has been in many shows over the years including Oklahoma!, Carousel, Big River and numerous church productions. She is currently teaching music in Sarasota County and sings soprano in the choir at First Baptist Church of Palmetto. Michael Silvestri (Professor Harold Hill) - In this “bucket list” role, Michael marks his MPAC debut. His previous roles include ZaZa in La Cage, Joe Gillis in Sunset Blvd., Lt. Cioffi in Curtains, and Franklin Hart in 9 to 5. Michael would like to thank Tim Spradlin and the entire MPAC family for this incredible opportunity. Olivia Turpening (Alma Hix) - Olivia is thrilled to be part of her second mainstage production with MPAC. She was most recently seen as Miss Krumholtz in How to Succeed...and Betsy/Lindsey in Clybourne Park in the Kiwanis Theater. So much love to my family and friends for their endless support! Sarah Van Keuren (Ethel Toffelmier) - Sarah is thrilled to be back on the stage in her third production at Manatee Performing Arts Center. Previous favorite shows include Phantom, Tarzan, Guys and Dolls, and Legally Blonde. She wants to thank her family and friends for their continued love and support as well as the fabulous cast. Enjoy the show! Jim Wolfe (Ewart Dunlop/Quartet) - Jim has appeared on stages in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and Florida. Jim has been in numerous MPAC productions since retiring to the area in 2017. “Thanks to Tim, Kristin, Brittney, and Kelly. Special thanks and Vincenzo. You are my Shipoopi Forever!” Shannon Wright (Marian Paroo) - Shannon is excited to be back on the stage in her sixth production with Manatee Players. She was last seen in Titanic (Kate Mullins) and Winter Wonderettes (Missy). When not performing, Shannon provides mental health counseling services to the community. Thanks to Tim for this dream role! Eduardo Zoppe (Ensemble) - Eduardo is currently a sophomore at Lakewood Ranch. Previous credits include L.A. in Gypsy, Ensemble in How to Succeed, Will Rogers Follies, and Chaplin. He is thrilled to be in Music Man as Renfield. He would like to give shout outs to his Ovation family and his family.
Cast Lara Zoppe (Ensemble) - Lara is excited to start at MPAC! She has been performing for seven years, loves acrobatics, and is a talented circus performer. Her past shows include Beauty and The Beast, Cirque De Vil, and 12 Dolls of Christmas. Lara thanks Ovation, Circus Minius, and her family for their love and support! Denotes Manatee Players Debut
Team
Administration
CEO..............................................................................................Janene Amick CAP, CFRE
Producing Artistic Director................................................................................ Rick Kerby
Comptroller......................................................................................................... Jeff Evans
Director of Communications............................................................................ Dan Yonko
Program Manager ............................................................................................Jillian Price
Associate...............................................................................................Thomas Anderson
House Manager.................................................................................................... John Illar
Administrative Volunteers........................Marcie McKimmie, Mary Smith, Cheryl Unruh
Box Office Volunteers.................................................. Rebecca Cotton, Randall Rentfro,
Gail Rhode, Noreen Roberts
Webmaster........................................................................................................Randy Ford
Production Staff
Production Manager.....................................................................................Kristin Ribble
Assistant Technical Director..........................................................................Larry Crouse
Resident Costume Designer..........................................................................Caren Brady
Scene Shop Assistant........................................................................................... Tom Sell
Production Volunteers
Master Electrician............................................................................................Tom Sparks
Stage Manager/Light Board....................................................................Brittney Klepper
Sound Board....................................................................... Paige Johnson, Kristin Ribble
Assistant Stage Manager...............................................................................Peter James
Running Crew.................................................................................William “Leo” Williams
Follow Spots......................................................................Marilyn Andreini, Alexa Barber
Swing Crew.................................................................................................... Neal Addison
Dance Captain........................................................................................... Emma Mandzik
Asst. to the Director.................................................................................... Ciana Bostock
Scenic Design Consultant & Drafting.................................................... Donna Buckalter
Scenic Artist & Set Decoration...................................................................... Ken Mooney
Props..................................................................................... Brittney Klepper, Rick Kerby
Track Editing.................................................................................................... Rick Bogner
Set Construction............................................Phil Croome, Mike Harris, Ralph Nurmela,
Jim Uberti, Eduardo Zoppe
Set Painting.................... Alexa Barber, Donna Buckalter, Mark Buckalter, Mike Harris,
Ken Mooney, Ralph Nurmela, Jim Uberti, Eduardo Zoppe
Costume Construction..................Michelle Brule, Shannon Donnelly, Barbara Duncan,
Tina Fisher, Regina Piety, Ruth Robinson,
Vincenzo Russo, Cheryl Voltolina
Wigs.................................................................................................................Fred Werling
Production Photographer.............................................................................. Diane Broda
Special Thanks............ Donna Buckalter, Susan Hullett, Kim McCormick, Ken MooneyFlorida Cultural Group Board of Directors
Officers
Ron Lennon Ph.D., Board Chair Verno DeSear, Vice Chair
Susan Romine, Secretary JC Diem, Treasurer
Members
Sharon Barhorst, Nancy Christian, John Conte, Jack Hawkins,
Eileen Hoffner, Ed Hunzeker, Dr. Melvin Price, Peter Ruscoe,
Carol Sciarrabba, Jon Seeley, Al Steinberg, John Tucker, Jr.
Chairman's Circle
Steve Bayard, Linda Diem, John Hargreaves,Pat Pickelseimer,
Dr. Anthony Pizzo, Jim Reynolds, Nina Richardson,
Dr. John "Jack" Schelgel, Priscilla Schlegel, Tom Sparks,
Arline Spino, Dr. Steve Tinsworth, Hal West, Mary Zabin
Past Presidents/Chairs
1948: Harry Borns 1981-82: Roz Scheffer
1948-49: H.S. Moody 1982-84: Dick Gross
1949-56: Dr. W.D Sugg 1984-85: Mary Catherine Haller
1956-57: Dan S. Blalock 1985-86: Linda Diem
1957-58: Col. Richard Knight 1986-87: Deborah Cooper
1958-59: Dewey A. Dye, Sr. 1987-88: Tom Pomar
1959-61: John W. Schaut 1988-89: Jim Reynolds
1961-62: Dr. W.E. Wentzel 1989-90: Jan Hoey
1962-64: Robert E. Knowles 1990-93: Catherine Bonner
1964-65: John Houch 1993-96: Linda Thomas
1965-66: Miss Meredith R. Lynn 1996-98: Susan Dull
1966-67: Robert G. Blalock 1998-00: Dee Dee Maxwell
1967-68: Fred L. Langford 2000-02: John Currie
1968-69: Thomas R. Anderson 2002-05: Leslie T. Gardier
1969-70: General L.A. Diller 2005-06: Dr. Robert Hunter, Jr.
1970-71: Robert Knowles 2006-09: George Najmy
1971-73: Jerry Snyder 2009-11: Nina Richardson
1973-74: Ed Nock 2011-14: Dr. Anthony Pizzo
1974-75: Dr. W.D Sugg 2014-15: Arline Spino
1975-78: William Koehn 2015-17: Jeff Evans
1978-80: Congressman Dan Miller 2017-19: John Hargreaves
1980-81: Dr. Steve Tinsworth
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