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As we close out the 2023–2024 Broadway season with HAMILTON, I wanted to take the time to thank you for your continued support throughout the year. The past season challenged us, inspired us to dance and sing like no one was watching and invited us to show up as our authentic selves. It brings me tremendous gratitude knowing ASU Gammage has prevailed in its mission of Connecting Communities™ every season through Broadway and beyond. And it is because of donors like you that take this mission to new heights. Our programs thrived and changed the lives of children, college students and incarcerated women.
On page 21 you’ll read about our Journey Home program and the work done in Estrella women’s jail. Incarcerated women spent time working with art
therapy and healing activities over the course of four weeks ending with a culminative performance in front of an intimate audience. A truly inspiring program that quite literally transformed lives.
You’ll also find yourself learning more about the incredible talent of the students that competed in the 2024 High School Musical Theatre Awards on page 7. This program has impacted high school students for 10 years! Over the years, many students have gone on to have budding Broadway careers.
Last but certainly not least, I’m particularly excited to kick off our 24–25 season with the Tempe premiere of the Tony Award-winning Broadway Musical GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY August 20–25. Set in 1934 in Duluth, Minnesota, the show introduces us to a group of wayward travelers whose lives intersect in a guesthouse filled with music, life and hope.
You’ll especially love it if you are a Bob Dylan fan as it reimagines 20 of his legendary songs, including classics like “Forever Young,” “All Along The Watchtower,” “Hurricane,” “Slow Train Coming,” and “Like A Rolling Stone.”
This show is just the beginning; there is so much more in store for the next season and I am thrilled to see you all there!
Colleen Jennings-Roggensack ASU Vice President for Cultural Affairs and Executive Director of ASU Gammage
Photo by Christine Johnson
The cast of the GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY North American tour (photo by Evan Zimmerman for MurphyMade)
WHAT’S INSIDE
Tony Dress
ASU alumna reignites passion for fashion with 2024 Tony Dress
Congratulations Colleen! Recipient of Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre
ASU Alum receives Rising Star Award for role in PETER PAN
Broadway MRS. DOUBTFIRE brings perfectly imperfect Hillard Family to Tempe
Donor
Staff
EXECUTIVE EDITOR
Colleen Jennings-Roggensack
EDITOR IN CHIEF AND PROJECT MANAGER
Arianna Jones
MANAGING EDITOR
Theresa Dickerson
EDITORIAL TEAM
A lexis Alabado, Kari Amarosso, Carly Castelan, Michelle Johnson, Arayah Larson, Megan Loponen, Peter Means, Tim Walling
CONTRIBUTING
A lexis Alabado, Stacey Bailey, Jillian Cote, Heather Fuentes, Wendy Maddox
GRAPHIC
ASU Kerr
Comedy @ Kerr
Gala Pro
ASU Gammage unveils accessible captioning technology
Bette DeGraw and Hank Jones
GRUPO DE RUA. Photo by Piero Tauro
The 2024–2025 ASU Gammage
Season
The 2024–2025 ASU Gammage Beyond season returns with a lineup of exhilarating dance, music and theater that will transport audiences through thought-provoking artistic experiences. Timely to both national and global issues, this season effortlessly interweaves rich heritage with art forms to reclaim the cultural narratives of many marginalized communities. We travel through music and space, deconstruct dance forms, comment on systems, and ultimately arrive at a unique and unforgettable 6-performance series.
“This season of Beyond will inspire greatness, tell amazing stories, feed our souls and inspire audiences to go … BEYOND.”
— MICHAEL REED, ASU GAMMAGE SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMS AND ORGANIZATIONAL INITIATIVES
“While each performance can be viewed independently, we encourage arts-seekers to attend each and every one of our Beyond shows. The cultural enrichment will be well worth it,” Michael Reed said.
Photo by Tyrone Domingo
Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024
Bessie Award-winning Camille A. Brown & Dancers (CABD) makes a personal claim on history through the lens of a modern Black female choreographer. Camille A. Brown’s work uses the aesthetics of Modern, Hip-Hop, African, Ballet and Tap to tell stories that reclaim the cultural narratives of the African Diaspora. The company’s work builds understanding of and appreciation for the African American experience.
The works of CABD are strongly character based, with a rich palette of dance, rhythm and gesture. Brown has a singular gift for wedding movement and meaning — her fully drawn dances can convey a state of mind, depict a whole community and probe profound subjects. Theater, poetry, scenic design and live musical accompaniment merge to inject each performance and program with energy and urgency.
Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024
It’s Hip-Hop but not as you expect! Bruno Beltrão has revolutionized the genre, deconstructing the dance form as he grapples with the changing politics of his native Brazil. Expect high jumps, head spins, somersaults, fast kicks and twirling twists. His intense choreography with GRUPO DE RUA is characterized by physical urgency and an analytic understanding of music and space.
Responding to the radical shift, he ponders what happens when a political scene creates disharmony, polarizes the people and limits freedom and equality. The artistic community provides glimmers of creative resistance and uses art to drive change.
Photo by Kerstin Behrendt
Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024
Contra-Tiempo’s ¡AZÚCAR! is a courageous naming and confrontation of an intentional obliteration of the undercurrent and often unspoken anti-Blackness in Latinidad. Questions are continuing to drive the process as we begin to understand the complicated history of sugar and the messages from our ancestors. What does it feel like to individually and collectively heal, what does it move like? 20 brilliant artists and collaborators take audiences through a journey of Celia Cruz’s vibrations, unearthing history embedded in our bodies. ¡AZÚCAR! explores ancestral wisdom about a plant that once aided in healing, used as a way to sweeten medicinal concoctions, now extracted, refined and used as weaponized poison. This courageous work is rooted in and inspired by the sacred feminine, personal narratives of food, labor, community and explorations of ‘familying’ and healing as practices.
JULIA KEEFE
Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025
BIG BAND
JULIA KEEFE INDIGENOUS BIG BAND is a groundbreaking musical ensemble that seamlessly blends indigenous melodies, jazz influences, and soulful storytelling to create a truly unique and unforgettable experience. Led by the exceptionally talented vocalist and cultural ambassador Julia Keefe, this ensemble celebrates the rich heritage and traditions of indigenous peoples through the universal language of music.
Photo by Tyrone Domingo
Photo by Jasz Garrett
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Three men chew the fat under an old, wide tree. In HANG TIME, we peek into the interiority – the great loves and bitter blues – of Black men in America. Setting the romantic and the grim in sharp relief, HANG TIME invites the viewer to envision the living Black body triumphant over the legacy of violence that it holds.
Written and directed by Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard in her directorial debut, HANG TIME is a deeply moving and subversive work not to be missed.
This ASU Gammage Beyond season champions artistic innovation and cultural exploration through its diverse lineup of shows and immersive experiences. It pushes the boundaries of creativity, inviting you, the audience, to engage with the arts in exciting new ways, leaving a lasting impact on all who participate.
#FOODBANK INFLUENCER
Saturday, April 5, 2025
ASU Gammage’s artist-in-residence, Kristina Wong, returns to the stage combining comedy, theater and conversation in #FoodBankInfluencer, Wong’s newest work-in-progress. The show is determined to change the narrative around food banks through an immersive experience, commentary on systems and distribution and investigation of its impact on food insecurity.
“undoubtedly moving...a masterwork of small intricacies.”
— MAYA PHILLIPS, THE NEW YORK TIMES
Photo by Sandy Morris
Photo by Maria Baranova
ASU Gammage celebrates young Valley artists at the High School Musical Theatre Awards
High school graduates Max Perez and Nora Palermo were awarded Best Lead Male and Best Lead Female at the 2024 ASU Gammage High School Musical Theatre Awards (HSMTA).
HSMTA recognizes and celebrates Valley high school students and faculty that produce musical theatre programs. It is a regional program of the national High School Musical Theatre Awards, known as the Jimmy Awards. This year marked the 10th anniversary of ASU Gammage HSMTA, a milestone for the program.
On Memorial Day weekend, 25 schools were brought to the ASU Gammage stage to perform one number from their school production. There were 14 award categories including the highly coveted Best Lead Male and Best Lead Female, won by Perez and Palermo. Each student received a $1,000 cash award
to further their education.
For many participants, HSMTA is the last opportunity they have to perform with their high school drama members before heading off into the “real world”, making the competition a celebratory occasion for all. ASU Gammage Education Program Manager Desiree Ong cherishes the opportunity to have students showcase their talent and their hard work over the past year.
“These awards are important because it validates students of all their hard work, so not just the winners,” Ong said.
Despite the competitive nature of HSMTA, Ong said there is a shared sense of community and support across the 25 different schools who competed.
“The schools are so supportive of each other,” Ong said. “You
know students are disappointed, but they were up on their feet and they were clapping just as loud as everyone else.”
After the ASU Gammage HSMTA ceremony, Palermo and Perez traveled to New York for the Jimmy Awards. The Jimmy Awards is a national competition where nominees from over 50 regions all across the country make their Broadway debuts at the Minskoff Theatre. The winners of Best Performance by an Actress and Best Performance by an Actor were selected by a panel of judges and presented with a check for $25,000 to further their education. Additional scholarships were handed out throughout the night.
Competing in the Jimmy Awards is an incredible opportunity to gain exposure and form connections within the Broadway industry. Nominees spend the week before the performance
Story by Wendy Maddox
Photos by Tim Trumble
“I was really worried about what people thought about me or who I was as a person. But in theater, you can be whoever you want to.”
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in coaching lessons, rehearsals and master classes with industry professionals.
Best Lead Male winner Perez found his love for theater in his senior year at Centennial High School after participating in choir for years prior. While somewhat new to the theater world, Perez has enjoyed exploring his passion and being surrounded by those who share it.
“For theater, I love the community. I love the people, they’re so supportive,” Perez said.
Best Lead Female winner Palermo is a theater veteran, who has been participating in the musical theater world for the past 12 years. Playing the role of the witch in Phoenix
Country Day School’s 2024 production of “Into the Woods.” Palermo hoped to continue to express her devotion to her craft after the Jimmy Awards and throughout the rest of her career.
“Musical theater is so unique in its way of combining music and theater together,” Palermo said. “It’s so special to me.”
Joining the theater industry gave Perez the opportunity to leave behind any insecurities and embrace his love for the arts in a brand-new way.
“I was really worried about what people thought about me or who I was as a person,” Perez said, “but in theater, you can be whoever you want to.”
At the 2024 Jimmy Awards, Palermo and Perez were able to meet people that would affect their theater career. They also got to represent Arizona and ASU Gammage on a Broadway stage.
“It was a big honor,” Palermo said.
The ASU Gammage High School Musical Theatre Awards is proudly sponsored by: The Molly Blank Fund Lee Bowman Brenda and Jim Rowland With additional support from: Cheryl Sucato Michelle Jung and Chris Rodriguez, Jeremy Bennington, The Vance Family, Amber and Shaun Schultz, Nancy Anderson, and The Julie Bennett Family, in Memory of Michael.
Photo on the HSMTA red carpet.
MAX PEREZ, 2024 HSMTA BEST LEAD MALE
Max Perez and Nora Palermo, Best Male and Female Lead Benjamin Franklin High School, Best Musical winner
How did ASU Gammage HSMTA impact your life?
One special night is the beginning of a lifetime of memories, accomplishments, and impact for young Valley artists. Check out what some of our former High School Musical Theatre Awards (HSMTA) participants had to say about the power of theater, community and HSMTA!
“HSMTA allowed me to go to the Jimmy Awards, which taught me so much and was one of the best weeks of my life. I was able to meet and be seen by incredible people that have stuck with me and supported my career since.”
– CASEY LIKES, 2019 BEST LEAD MALE
“The HSMTA and ASU Gammage community became fast family and empowered me in so many ways. Winning the award also gave me the reassurance that if I pour into my passions, they will pour right back into me.”
– BRACH DREW, 2020 BEST LEAD MALE
“HSMTA gave me a different confidence in myself, that I was good enough. It sparked something in myself to give myself more credit, and another shot at it.”
– ANGELICA SANTANA, 2020 BEST LEAD FEMALE
It was a much-needed validation. HSMTA anchored me in self-belief in a very lasting way.
“Winning HSMTA helped me get my first audition for DEAR EVAN HANSEN, and that completely changed my life.”
– SAM PRIMACK, 2017 BEST LEAD MALE
“HSMTA broke new ground for me and let me realize just how much I deserve to be in this career field. It allowed New York City to become a reality for me, and gave me the confidence and push I needed to just go for it and reach the sky!”
– DENVER DICKENSON, 2023 BEST LEAD MALE
To actually live through one of your dreams? That is an experience unlike any other. I understand myself as an individual and as an artist so much more honestly.”
– HALEY RAFFAELE, 2022 BEST LEAD FEMALE
–GLORIA ALCALÁ, 2015 BEST LEAD FEMALE
THE KITE RUNNER Tour Launch Party
Photos by Tim Trumble
Enid and Michael Seiden and Salar Nader with the company of THE KITE RUNNER.
Guests at THE KITE RUNNER Tour Launch Party.
Guests with THE KITE RUNNER Company.
JO Finks and Salar Nader
Matthew Spangler, Michael Seiden, Bill and Mary Way, Enid Seiden, Erika and Russ Dickey, JO Finks
David Ira Goldstein, Matthew Spangler, Giles Croft, Salar Nader, and Michael Seiden
Kurt Roggensack, Cassie Gannis, Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, Kathy Gannis, Lisa Loo
Malpaso VIP Donor Lunch
Photos by Tim Trumble
1. Colleen JenningsRoggensack, Fernando Sáez, Arcell Cabuag and Ronald K. Brown
2. Lunch Sponsor Rosey Kerchal
3. Carl Cross and Ui-Seng Francois
4. Back: Carlos Daniel Valldares Carvajal, Peter Means, Theresa Dickerson, Shaylin Watson, Front: Carl Cross, Osnel Delgado, Leslie and Jeffrey Rich
5. Ronald K. Brown, Arcell Cabuag, Colleen JenningsRoggensack with Lunch Sponsors Rosey and Justin Kerchal
6. Back: Ui-Seng Francois, Michael Reed, Dayron Dominguez Piedra, Michelle Johnson.
Front: Neva Bochenek, Liz Marian Lorenzo Rodriguez, Dee Rogers, Daile Carrazana
7. Back: Michael Cordova, Cindy Kultala, Demtrius Burns, Esteban Aguilar, Tim Walling Front: Austin Coats, Esven Conrado Gonzalez Morales, Tim and Nora Hart
A trip to Havana HAMILTON and a anniversary
By Heather Fuentes
Bette DeGraw grew up in Pennsylvania and considers herself “an East Coast girl,” even though she’s been in Arizona for 52 years. Hank Jones is “a Texas guy,” born and raised in Dallas. When they met in Cuba almost seven years ago, they quickly knew they couldn’t throw away their shot to build a new life together.
Bette spent her life in public service, many of them at ASU. Early in her career, she worked on a wide range of health, welfare, employment and education issues with the Arizona Legislature for two Senate Majority Leaders (the late Sandra Day O'Connor, who went on to be a justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, and Alfredo Gutierrez). Bette joined the Department of Economic Security in 1978. She joined the university in 1986 to lead the development of ASU’s Downtown Campus.
Fast forward to 2015, when President Barack Obama and Cuba’s President, Raul Castro, loosened the embargo on Cuba. Part of that change was made to ease the travel restrictions to Cuba and allow cultural and educational trips. “There was a group called ‘Road Scholar’ that was approved to bring small groups down,” said Bette. That’s where Bette and Hank’s story officially began, in Havana, Cuba.
“I traveled for years with a close friend,” said Bette, “and she recently met a guy in Arizona. The three of us started traveling together and it was wonderful, but they had no interest in going to Cuba. I started poking around and found the ‘Road Scholar’ trip. I didn’t know anyone else who was going, but I didn’t care.” That just so happened to be the same trip that Hank picked. “The funniest part is that when I came back
home, I told my girlfriend that I met a guy. She said, ‘we traveled for 20 years together, and I let you go on ONE TRIP by yourself, and you come back with a guy!’”
When Bette was back in Arizona, she reflected on what a nice guy Hank was. “Too bad I’ll never see him again since he lives in Dallas and I live in Phoenix,” Bette recalled. Shortly after, she started to get texts and emails from Hank. This went on for about 10 months before Bette began thinking about how to fan this spark into a flame and get Hank to come to Phoenix.
“I was plotting with a girlfriend… no, discussing…” said Bette when Hank interrupted to say, “no, plotting was the right word.” They both laughed. “I have been a season ticket holder at ASU Gammage since I worked at the university and I had tickets for the first national tour of HAMILTON,”
At the edge of Victoria Falls in Zambia in 2021, after a South African safari.
In the VIP Donor lounge during HAMILTON in 2018.
In Harrisburg, PA at the wedding of Bette’s nephew in 2022.
said Bette. “I wrote to Hank and asked him if he would be interested in coming to stay for 10 days and see the show with me.” HAMILTON was a hot ticket at the time and Hank agreed. “I was a consummate tour guide and created a bunch of fun things for us to do and HAMILTON was the thing that sold it.” remarked Bette. “I think YOU were the thing that sold me on that trip,” said Hank, but the pair were very excited for the show! They began studying the libretto and listening to the Original Broadway Cast Recording. “On February 9, 2018, we invited a bunch of people over and had a HAMILTON night. We served hors d'oeuvres, listened to the music and then went off to ASU Gammage together to see the show,” said Bette.
After that trip, Bette and Hank traveled between Dallas and Phoenix. When the time came to pick a city and stay put – Phoenix won. Together, the pair love to travel. They have been to Costa Rica, The Galápagos Islands,
Antarctica, South Africa, Bulgaria, Hungary, Austria, Turkey, Jordan, Egypt, Morocco, Kenya, Botswana and Zambia. “We like to pick travel companies that, just like ASU Gammage, not only build-in travel experiences, but that give back to communities. We love Natural Habitat Adventures, for example. They protect the animals on preserves and pour back into the communities.” they said.
Bette and Hank hope to travel with ASU Gammage on the annual “Broadway Adventure” trip to New York this year. “Being a VIP donor and going to the lounge to spend time with others before a show is fantastic,” she said. “We have seen marvelous shows over the years and the quality of the productions is so good!” Hank exclaimed.
Bette said the couple especially enjoy shows with a bit of challenge or controversy, like the last tour of OKLAHOMA! “We are still talking about that show! It was very provocative. From an
intellectual level, an emotional level, an enjoyment level — great theater is one of the things we enjoy most.” said Bette.
“In fact, when we were looking to buy a new house, one of our criteria for location was how long it would take to get to ASU Gammage.” the pair said. They believe ASU Gammage is the perfect place to lend their support not only because of the wonderful shows they enjoy, but also because of all the good work being done in the community.
“Becoming a donor is about way more than just going to the theater.” Still, they credit the theater and ASU Gammage for bringing them together. Every February 9, Hank and Bette celebrate what they lovingly call their “HAMILTON anniversary”. There’s a million things they haven’t done… just you wait.
Bette DeGraw and Hank Jones’ favorite program to support is Performances for Students. Find out more about what programs you can support at asugammage.com/support .
FUN FACT
Development Officer, Tim Walling with Bette and Hank in the VIP Lounge for TOOTSIE.
Havana, Cuba in 2017, when Bette and Hank met, bonding over Cuban cigars and Havana Club rum.
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The man behind the curtain
putting ASU Gammage’s Production Manager in the spotlight
By Jillian Cote
Production manager Shaun Schultz is usually the first to see ASU Gammage in the morning, and the last one to leave the theater at night. However, you’d rarely come in contact with him as an unsuspecting audience member — his work takes place behind the stage.
“Being a production manager at ASU Gammage requires an interesting balance of invisibility and visibility. If I’m not seen, that means the production is going smoothly. But there are also tech tours or YouTube videos I made during the pandemic to reach our patrons. Even interviewing for this magazine is part of that balance,” Schultz said. “I was always taught to not let people see me in this role, that no one needs to know I’m here. It’s great to be recognized, but it’s ironic when so much of our work is centered around not being seen at all.”
Over his extensive career, Schultz has become a master of the backstage arts — while many who attend ASU Gammage come for the magic performed on the stage, Schultz is chiefly invested in performing magic tricks on the other side of the curtain. Schultz likens his role to a secret superpower that keeps the element of mystery alive.
“Working on shows, especially ones with strong elements of magic in the story, feels like being a magician who knows the secret to the trick. I’ve worked with so many incredible performers who have trusted me and the technical teams with answers that people have questioned for years. David Copperfield, Disney, and the like,” Schultz said. “I never reveal the answers, even to my curious niece — I don’t want to ruin the magic behind the performance!”
Schultz started his production experience in the concert touring world, working at worldrenowned venues like the Hollywood Bowl where he would find himself standing in the same spot as countless Rock ‘n’ Roll legends. Performances from David Copperfield and Disney’s Broadway productions may have clearer instances of traditional magic than a pop star’s concert, but Schultz’s unique experiences in the industry prior to ASU Gammage prove that regardless of what the audience sees, there’s always more than what meets the eye.
“For concerts, Super Bowls, events of that caliber that I’ve worked on, the audience comes for a few hours, enjoys the experience, witnesses the production and visuals, and goes home. What people don’t see is the actions taken by people like
Being a production manager at ASU Gammage requires an interesting balance of invisibility and visibility. If I’m not seen, that means the production is going smoothly.
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—SHAUN SCHULTZ
me before the event, but all within the same 24 hours — it’s almost like a performance of its own in a way, making sure everything that the audience isn’t supposed to see does just that, and in the best way,” Schultz said.
While working on world tours and Broadway performances might elicit starry-eyed expressions and fanfare from many, Schultz finds that his favorite events to work on are the smaller, more impactful events that build up the communities around him.
This affinity for community building and youth engagement comes from Schultz’s personal experiences at ASU Gammage. After taking a Tech Tour in high school, Schultz found himself awestruck by how much went on behind the scenes and found a new career path for him to follow as a result. Since then,
he’s been able to flip the script and encourage new generations to find their own unique paths.
“ASU Gammage has really come full circle for me. From taking the tour 20 years ago to now leading them, it’s super cool to tell my story to high school kids and say ‘Hey, I was standing in your exact spot,’” Schultz said.
“I love connecting with younger generations. Ask anybody, I’ve never grown up. Interacting with the public and shedding light on my role here is huge for me. There are a lot of people in my position that take it because it doesn’t involve working with people — I’m the opposite.”
Despite the growing number of people Schultz has interacted with in his various production roles, he’s never one to forget a face, largely because of the fierce interconnectedness of
the tech world. In the Arizona community and beyond, Schultz has found himself within a tightknit network of event workers that likens the industry to a homecoming with each new show that comes into town.
“The network extends everywhere: I had one tech who was working here for us that now processes satellite images from the NASA Hubble telescope. I could be in a grocery store in North Dakota and probably run into somebody that I’ve seen on the road somewhere. Production teams are everywhere,” Schultz said. “You get to know these people over the years from show to show. I went to high school with some of them. It’s always like a little family reunion anytime they come back to ASU Gammage, and I can’t wait for more moments like that throughout the rest of this season.”
Photos 1. Shaun Schultz sending President George W. Bush out onstage during his re-election campaign.
2. Shaun at the fly rail where it all began, Mountain Pointe High School, 25 years apart!
3. Shaun, Amber and VIP donors Ursula and Rick Schultz in Germany sampling the local fair!
4. Shaun placing microphones on world renowned physicist Michio Kaku.
Shaun and Amber Schutlz are proud sponsors for the HSMTA program!
Golden Gammage Investors Dinner
Peter Means, Michelle Johnson, Tim Walling 2. Barbara Berger and Judy Zarrelli 3. Golden Gammage Investors Dinner Attendees
4. Ayanna Thompson and Colleen Jennings-Roggensack
5. JO Finks and David Horowitz
6. Chuck and Laurie Goldstein, Susan and Bill Ahearn, Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, Lee Bowman, JO Finks, Jenniffer Jarvis and Jeff Abbett, Mary Way (Previous Jerry Award Winners)
7. Michelle Jung and Chris Rodriguez
Dawna Calderone and Ayanna Thompson
Laurie and Chuck Goldstein with Mary Way
Colleen Jennings-Roggensack
Kyle Porter and Merrily Metzger 12. Piper and Bradley Jameson with the Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation
13. Albert and Kathy Leffler with Lynne Tornell and Adrianna Tornell
14. Jeff Rich with Piper and Bradley Jameson
JOURNEY brings the arts to incarcerated women HOME
By Alexis Alabado
Laughter might not be the first thing you expect to hear when arriving at Maricopa County Estrella Jail, the all-women jail facility located in South Phoenix. You have to search for it: Barred behind cumbersome, metal sliding doors, reverberating off of the white brick walls and salmon tiles that make up long corridors. But it’s there all the same, down a hallway labeled “CD TOWERS, EFGH DORMS.”
Seven incarcerated women perform in front of 22 audience members, ranging from jail staff to ASU Gammage donors, as part of the ASU Gammage Journey Home program. The room oscillates from laughter and joy to tears and heartache, and both inmates and audience members are able to find common ground in a rare moment of vulnerability shared amongst strangers.
These women could be your mother, your daughter, your wife, your girlfriend, your sister. These women have names: Lindsey. Tatiana. Gabby. Lucy. Ebonee. Rachelle. April.
Journey Home is an intensive four-week program designed to raise the awareness and consciousness of incarcerated women through creative writing, expressive movement, storytelling and visual arts — empowering them to create a different life for themselves in the future.
“Journey Home is about ‘do not forget’, and it is also about ‘we’re waiting for you’,” said Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, Executive Director of ASU Gammage. “This is a powerful, important program about people, lives, community and community responsibility.”
The program is headed by three passionate women: Imani Muhammad (Mental Health Specialist), Fatimah Halim (Executive Director, Life Paradigms Inc.) and Teniqua Broughton (Administrator and Movement Specialist). Broughton has been a part of Journey Home since its inception in 2001. At the time, Broughton was only a few months into her role on the ASU Gammage Cultural Participation team when she was approached by Jennings-
Roggensack and Michael Reed, Senior Director of Programs & Organizational Initiatives, to spearhead the program.
Over two decades later, Broughton continues to play a pivotal role in engaging with incarcerated women that participate in the program. “Thank you for seeing the light in me,” she tells Jennings-Roggensack and Reed during the final performance.
The tone set forth by the program can be found in its opening number, where an incarcerated woman begins singing “Part of Your World” from The Little Mermaid. The lyrics are poignant, heartbreaking:
“I wanna be where the people are I wanna see, wanna see ‘em dancin’... Up where they walk, up where they run Up where they stay all day in the sun Wanderin’ free, wish I could be Part of that world”
There is no backing track to this song: Just her powerful voice reverberating on the dead-silent walls. It feels as if the audience is holding their breath, hanging onto every word, every note. With each stanza, she gently grabs the hand of a new inmate and walks them toward the makeshift stage until all seven of them stand tall and proud. While they may not be part of “our” world for the time being, they’ve carved out a place of their own through the arts.
The next number involves the incarcerated women utilizing thoughtfully handcrafted music shakers to create a unified beat. Each woman calls out a word: Peace, hope, purpose. The words echo the artwork showcased on either side of them, affirmations painted on canvas created by the women during a previous workshop. “To believe in yourself and give it your all are important keys to success,” one reads. “I am living and deciding for today.”
The same woman who sang the powerful rendition of “Part of Your World” takes a seat and delves into a monologue about her life. Her storytelling skills are incredible and her pain is palpable — she ends with “it took me 46 years to find the man of my dreams, and he inspired me to chase after my dreams again.”
At the tail-end of the performance, all seven women take a seat and pantomime driving in a car. Destination: Scottsdale. As they take their fictitious drive, it feels
To the three women who helped us, you are my sisters. You taught me that it’s ok to not be ok. “ “
as though they are friends, each woman openly sharing what awaits them back home. These raw, personal experiences are their truth, no “ums” or stutters to be heard in their confidence. None of them share what landed them behind bars, only what they’re looking forward to in the future: Go back to school, start a nonprofit, chase theater, pick back up a business, start a family.
After the curtain call, the women gather for an open dialogue with the audience. JenningsRoggensack ends the Q&A with, “You always have a place at ASU Gammage.” Soft smiles greet her in response.
“To the three women who helped us, you are my sisters,” one inmate said to Muhammad, Halim and Broughton. “You taught me that it’s ok to not be ok.”
The incarcerated women are forced to stay put while the audience files out of the room. Through the long corridors and out metal sliding doors until suddenly — open air. The resounding silence is in stark contrast to the emotions that had just been on display inside the jail. It almost seems unfair that life goes on in the absence of others.
The audience members drive home and return to their mothers, daughters, wives, girlfriends and sisters, sending out a silent thought or prayer to those that have not been forgotten.
Journey Home impacts more than its participants. It disrupts the vicious cycle of incarceration as a whole, one changed person at a time. Art nurtures, art heals — art allows these women’s stories to unapologetically be told.
To learn more about how to support the program, visit asugammage.com/journeyhome
Journey Home 2024 is sponsored by Jenny Norton and Bob Ramsey and Union Pacific Foundation.
ASU alumna reignites passion for fashion with 2024 Tony Dress
By Wendy Maddox
For some fashion designers, their careers begin by working as a seamstress or for a design label.
But for ASU alumna Sarah Abdallah, her fashion career started with a song.
Growing up in the 2000s, Abdallah was more than familiar with the famous theme song from Disney show “That’s So Raven.” A childhood staple in her home, the show provided not only entertainment but also inspiration in the form of fashion design for Abdallah.
“I was like ‘Wait this is so cool, I
wish I could design’... and my mom said ‘you could,’” said Abdallah.
When Abdallah was around 6 years old, she began drawing and creating designs that turned into a love of fashion. For the next several years all the way through college, Abdallah immersed herself into the fashion world by learning how to sew, creating real outfits and even majoring in fashion at the ASU Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts.
In spite of her hard work and commitment to fashion, her dreams of becoming the owner of a big New York fashion brand
unexpectedly came to a halt just months before her graduation.
When visiting a gym with her siblings in December of 2021, Abdallah noticed something was wrong. She went from laughing with her siblings to losing feeling in her legs, not being able to move or speak. When her sisters found her lying down on a bench, frozen, they immediately called for help and Abdallah was carried out of the gym and taken to a hospital.
Abdallah would later find out that she had experienced a stroke at the age of 21.
Sarah Abdallah and Colleen Jennings-Roggensack
Colleen Jennings-Roggensack at the 2024 Tony Awards®.
“ I have truly felt the old love I had for design, and my inner child is very thankful for that. “
— SARAH ABDALLAH, ASU ALUMNA
“I was literally at rock bottom. I really was,” said Abdallah. “Thinking ‘I’m going to stay there for the rest of my life.’”
During her recovery process, Abdallah had to relearn how to walk and talk, and manage memory loss, including what she had spent four years learning at college.
“I felt like I was a 2-year-old in a 21-year-old body trying to relearn everything over again,” said Abdallah.
Abdallah made the decision to go back to school, relearning what she used to know about fashion and sewing. It was then that Abdallah came to an uncomfortable realization – she no longer wanted to pursue fashion design as a career.
“That scared me...this was the first time in four years where I said out loud that I did not want to do fashion.” Said Abdallah.
After graduating, Abdallah moved away from fashion design and
began pursuing a career in public relations, hoping to work in fashion marketing in her future. But even though Abdallah had begun to refocus her career, she still loved fashion design.
In fall of 2023, Abdallah was presented with the opportunity to design a dress for ASU Vice President for Cultural Affairs and Executive Director of ASU Gammage Colleen JenningsRoggensack to wear at the 2024 Tony Awards and red-carpet event. Jennings-Roggensack is Arizona’s only Tony Awards voter.
After a break from designing, Abdallah once again picked up her needle and fabric and got to work.
Jennings-Roggensack and Abdallah worked together to conceptualize a piece that suited Jennings-Roggensack in terms of design, style and comfort.
The final dress design included a fabric of a polyester and satin mix, Canadian smocking across the bust and shoulders, and two
different tones of green to create an elegant yet comfortable look. Working with Abdallah to create her perfect dress left JenningsRoggensack in awe of her talent.
“I’m inspired by Sarah’s grit and determination–and her creativity,” said JenningsRoggensack. “She has come a long way and I am honored to be a part of her healing journey.”
Seeing Jennings-Roggensack in the dress for the first-time left Abdallah “in tears” over seeing her hard work come to life. Abdallah highly regards the opportunity to step back into the design world after taking a break for so long.
“I have truly felt the old love I had for design, and my inner child is very thankful for that,” said Abdallah.
Abdallah’s finished dress.
CONGRATULATIONS COLLEEN!
Recipient of Tony Honors for Excellence in the
The Tony Awards Administration Committee selected ASU Vice President for Cultural Affairs and Executive Director of ASU Gammage, Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, as one of the recipients of the 2024 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre!
The Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre were established in 1990 and are awarded annually to institutions, individuals and/or organizations that have demonstrated extraordinary achievement in theater, but are not eligible in any of the established Tony Award categories.
Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, arts leader and visionary, is Vice President for Cultural Affairs at ASU and Executive Director of ASU Gammage, leads artistic and administrative responsibilities for ASU Gammage and other venues. She coleads ASU's Advisory Council on African American Affairs, serves on The Broadway League's Board of Governors as Vice Chair of the Road, has
Theatre
participated in the American Theatre Wing video panels, and is Arizona's only Tony voter. Additionally, Colleen serves on the Broadway Green Alliance, ATPAM/Broadway Diversity Initiative and Creative Connections with SDCF. She also serves on the Black Theatre United Summit and the 7G Committee.
In 2020, she served on multiple panels addressing human rights, justice, diversity, equity and inclusion and the future of Broadway; including interviews with Tony Awards director Kenny Leon related to the pandemic of racism; and participated in the TheaterMakers Summit on getting Broadway touring productions back on the road. Colleen has been the recipient of numerous awards including the 2023 Distinguished Service Award from The Broadway League, 2023 The Broadway League Leadership Award for COVID Service Award, among others.
ASU Alum receives Rising Star Award for role in PETER PAN
By Wendy Maddox
Arizona native Leo Gallegos’ acting career began in the fourth grade, earning himself the role of the baby elephant in “The Jungle Book.” Now, around 13 years later, Gallegos is performing as a swing for another Disney show, PETER PAN, on its Broadway national tour.
Gallegos’ parents immigrated from Hermosillo, Sonora in the northern part of Mexico, and have always encouraged Gallegos to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, including Brazilian
jiu-jitsu, dancing, choir and much more. Gallegos felt “lucky” to have their support as he went on to attend Dobson High School, where his love for theater continued to blossom as he performed at the 2018 ASU Gammage High School Musical Theatre Awards (HSMTA) and various Phoenix Theatre Company productions.
Gallegos attended Arizona State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Music in Musical Theatre Performance in 2023.
“I learned so much from my ASU professors and from The Phoenix Theatre Company,” Gallegos said.
Shortly after, he went on to join the national tour of PETER PAN, where he performed at ASU Gammage during the show’s run in June.
When Gallegos performs as a swing, he may take on a variety of characters depending on what roles need to be filled (his favorites include Lost Boy members Curly and the twins). But, when Gallegos is not a swing on stage, he performs as a member of the group of indigenous peoples, wearing an indigenous costume inspired by the Olmec people of Mexico. The costume resembles a traditional yellow, orange and red skirt, with a neck piece and wrist bands. As someone who grew up with a lack of Latino representation in the media, Gallegos hopes to be an inspiration for the next generation of Latino children who come to see the show while on tour.
Following the show’s opening night performance during curtain call, Gallegos was awarded the ASU Gammage Rising Star Award. This award is given to a touring performer with Arizona connections at the beginning of their career as a celebration of the work they are currently in and the possibilities ahead of them. Past Rising Star awardees include names like Caelan Creaser (FROZEN), James D. Gish (BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL), and Krystina Alabado (EVITA).
“Coming back to my home state and alma mater was a full-circle moment,” he said.
Colleen Jennings-Roggensack and Leo Gallegos on opening night of PETER PAN at ASU Gammage.
By Alexis Alabado
Alex Ringler is no stranger to the world of theater — having been in 20 professional productions over the span of a nearly 20year career. After performing on the ASU Gammage stage for past touring productions CATS, A CHORUS LINE and PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT, the Tempe-native returns for the national tour of MRS. DOUBTFIRE this fall.
— ALEX RINGLER brings perfectly imperfect Hillard Family to Tempe
Ringler grew up just over a mile from ASU Gammage, the place he attributes to his introduction to theater. From a young age, Ringler found himself deeply ingrained in the performing arts community. He danced at Tempe Dance Academy, performed in productions at Valley Youth Theatre and was the president of the Drama Club Thespian Society at Tempe High School, his alma mater.
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS was the first production he saw at ASU Gammage, and it was a full-circle
moment for him when he booked a role in the show right after graduating from the University of the Arts in Pennsylvania.
“DOUBTFIRE explains that there are all sorts of families, but as long as there’s love, that’s all that matters.”
“ASU Gammage has always been home for me — my dad still lives in my childhood home that’s so close to the theater to this day,” Ringler said.
Ringler has been part of the national tour of MRS. DOUBTFIRE since it first launched last summer as an ensemble member as well as understudying the role of Stuart Dunmire, incoming boyfriend to character Miranda Hillard. Based on the beloved film and directed by four-time Tony Award® winner Jerry Zaks, MRS. DOUBTFIRE tells the hysterical and heartfelt story of an out-of-work actor who will do anything for his kids. Rob McClure (who plays title role of Daniel Hillard/Mrs. Doubtfire) reprises his Tony-nominated Broadway performance on tour in this internationally acclaimed hit musical critics call “wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-outloud funny” (Manchester Evening News) and “a feel-good, familyfriendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter).
“What I like about the musical is that it keeps a lot of the iconic, classic pieces from the movie,” Ringler explained. “The writers
Giselle Gutierrez (Lydia Hillard), Cody Braverman (Christopher Hillard), Emerson Mae Chan (Natalie Hillard), Maggie Lakis (Miranda Hillard), and Rob McClure (Euphegenia Doubtfire)
Photo by Joan Marcus
were very clever about keeping those bits in. They’ve also updated it a bit in fleshing out some of the supporting characters and updating the references — we have cell phones now!”
After losing custody of his children in a messy divorce, Daniel creates the kindly alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate attempt to stay in their lives. As his new character takes on a life of its own, Mrs. Doubtfire teaches Daniel more than he bargained for about how to be a father.
“Mrs. Doubtfire” was one of the first movies that depicted a divorced couple that didn’t get back together — a reality that many families and children especially face in the “real world.” Ringler said that while the stigma of divorce is definitely apparent in our society, it doesn’t make or break a family.
“These people [Daniel and Miranda] stay divorced because that’s what’s right for them, but they still have a beautiful family together,” Ringler said. “That’s what I think is the heart of the show. Doubtfire explains that there are all sorts of families,
but as long as there’s love, that’s all that matters.”
As part of the ensemble, Ringler changes personas several times throughout the show. He cycles through at least 10 costume changes, going from a pedestrian, to a chef, to even dressing as a “dancing Doubtfire,” replicating the look of the title role.
“I play a flamenco dancer toward the end of the show, and that’s probably my most fun costume to put on,” he said.
For Ringler, he sees the ensemble as the backbone of the show. Everyone has to do their part in order to make a show great and make it happen every night.
“What’s great about theater is that it takes so many people to make one song or even one line in a show happen. It’s so collaborative that there’s really no weak link in the chain,” Ringler said. “I want to do my job to the best of my ability, and that best might change from night to night depending on what’s happened during the day, but as long as you’re always giving your best then you’re keeping the show as good as it can be for each audience.”
When performing each night, Ringler said his favorite part to perform changes day-by-day.
“I kind of like different moments for different reasons. I love all the big dance numbers. There’s a big tap number that always goes over well. There’s a jazz number at the top of the show that’s the hardest number for me to do, so I’m glad it gets done right at the top. And then in Act 2 we’re in a gym setting and stretching and lifting things very slowly – so I like that one because I don’t have to do quite as much,” he explained, letting out a laugh. “I get to listen to the audience respond to the song as well because it’s a funny song.”
When returning to his hometown this fall, Ringler admits he is most excited to see his dad, his cat, and in his words—
“I’m looking forward to the sunsets. They’re by far the best around.”
MRS. DOUBTFIRE comes to ASU Gammage Sept. 17–22. For tickets, visit asugammage.com/ mrsdoubtfire.
Alex Ringler
Alex Ringler with Cory Mccloskey backstage during the 2012 production of PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT.
Cast listing from the 2008 Production of CATS.
Comedy @ Kerr
ASU Kerr launched its new comedy series, “Comedy @ Kerr” on Wednesday, March 27 to a packed house.
Host and curator Sari Beliak assembled a lineup of five comedians that are all headlining artists in their own right: Lou Moon, Allie Koplan, Tony B, Brandi Bigley and Mira Mason from Atlanta.
Beliak is a writer, comedian, and storyteller from Phoenix. She is a former senior contributing writer to The Onion and has written for major comedy sites like The Hard Times, Reductress, ClickHole and National Lampoon. She was recently a guest writer on favorite news quiz show ‘Wait Wait...Don’t Tell Me!’ on NPR. She was a finalist for NBC’s Late Night Writers Workshop in 2020, “which was an otherwise totally normal and chill year,” said Beliak.
“We have heard from so many fans and artists that the space would be perfect for comedy,” said ASU Kerr General Manager Tracey Mason. “We knew they were right and were so fortunate to bring Sari Beliak on board to work with us on the series.”
These events are limited to age 18 and up; strong language and adult themes possible.
The next Comedy @ Kerr is Wed., July 31 at 7:30 p.m., featuring
Beliak and special guests:
Hannah Tighe
Hannah Tighe’s comedy covers all things pop culture, brunch and revenge; sweet, sweet revenge. She’ll have you laughing and she’ll most definitely talk about Taylor Swift.
Mo Kitazumi
Mo Kitazumi joined the comedy scene by embracing her midlife crisis and pursuing standup comedy one open mic at a time. Now she is an elementary school librarian by day and a standup comedian by night.
Diva Danielle
Danielle Willliams has been entertaining audiences across the Southwest for nearly a decade with her infectious best girl friend observational comedic style. Known as “Diva Danielle,” she has worked with a variety of established comedy professionals including Godfrey, Aida Rodriquez, Donnell Rawlings and Jill Kimmel.
Phyllis Voren
Known for her high energy performances and material that’s quirky, smart, hilarious and respects no boundaries. “At this point,” she says, “I’m making as many new friends as I can so I’ll have a nice turnout at my Memorial Service”
Shows begin at 7:30 p.m., tickets are $15 at asukerr.com or by phone at 480-596-2660.
Sari Beliak
ASU Gammage unveils accessible captioning technology
ASU Gammage is thrilled to have GalaPro for Broadway shows this season.
“We pride ourselves on our commitment to an inclusive environment, and GalaPro is one step further in creating an inclusive show environment,” said Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, ASU Vice President for Cultural Affairs and Executive Director of ASU Gammage.
GalaPro is a revolutionary, innovative app for accessibility and translation which enhances the audience’s experience for live shows. Patrons using the app can now enjoy the show in their own language with subtitles, dubbing, audio description, closed captioning, and amplification. All services are provided in realtime, using voice recognition technology.
GalaPro enables the attendees to not only see and hear the performance, but to understand what is being said as well. It is compatible with any smart phone or tablet and can cater to any theater, venue and language in the world.
GalaPro requires a one-time installation of the app. It is easily accessible and can be downloaded for free from a device’s App Store. Then, the user simply chooses the venue, the show they wish to see, and their preferred language. Using our multilingual system, GalaPro provides users with the complete itinerary and program, as the show content. They can choose from subtitles, closed captioning, dubbing, all provided in real time, as well as the Audio Describe Program for the visually impaired. The unique technology is designed specifically to adhere and respect the strict rules of theater. Airplane mode is always on so there will be no phone calls, and a black screen red font that only the individual looking at the screen can read. So, there are no bright lights to disturb anyone.
“I encourage you next time you are at ASU Gammage to download GalaPro. Then sit back and enjoy the show and let GalaPro make sure you understand it all,” said Jennings-Roggensack.
GalaPro’s installation in the ASU Gammage theater was supported by
Allen-Heath Memorial Foundation
Margaret T. Morris Foundation
Harold Samloff
Mel Sorenson
Sue York
Instructions
1. Download GalaPro from the App Store or Google Play. Search for GalaPro (one word).
2. New users, select “GET STARTED NOW” and enter your email and create a password.
3. Tap the compass arrow to select TEMPE.
4. Choose a show on the home page for show information.
5. Set your phone to Airplane mode
6. Turn on Wi-Fi and choose the GalaPro Wi-Fi (password: galapro1)
7. Return to the GalaPro app from Settings after connecting to the Wi-Fi.
8. Enjoy the show!
USER TIP: if you get disconnected from the wifi or take your phone off airplane mode you will need to begin at step 4 and repeat the process.
ASU Gammage VIP Donor Club as of April 24, 2024
Golden Gammage Investors
benefits
Opportunity to purchase tickets before the general public (when available)
$120 and above
Invitation to behind-the-scenes events^
Great seats and private VIP Donor Club ticketing concierge services*
For Season Ticket Holders:
Priority seating in VIP Donor Club subscriber seats (number of tickets and location based on donor level)*
For Single Ticket Buyers:
Reserved parking at ASU Gammage
Annual luncheon with the ASU Gammage Executive Director
Invitations to exclusive events
Your photo in the ASU Gammage VIP Donor Club Leadership Gallery
Special opportunities tailored to your individual needs and interests
and website
VIP Donor Club Guidelines: You must maintain your annual VIP Donor Club contribution at or above the Directors Club level in order to enjoy VIP donor seating. Special subscription seating and location is offered to VIP donors in the Orchestra level in rows 3–20 in the VIP and A price levels dependent on donation level. VIP Donor Club benefits may be available only upon your request, at your expense (if any) and subject to availability. Benefits are effective immediately and are subject to change without notice. Annual donation of $1500+ is required in addition to the cost of the tickets.
^To be announced
* Subject to availability
Corporate Foundation Sponsors
$100,000+
Abbett Family Foundation
Desert Financial Credit Union
$99,999–$75,000
Broadway Across America
The Molly Blank Fund of the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation
$74,999–$25,000
APS
George Brazil Plumbing and Electrical
$24,999–$10,000
Arizona Community Foundation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Inc.
Margaret T. Morris Foundation
Tim Trumble Photography, Inc.
Union Pacific Foundation
$9,999–$2,500
Airpark Signs
Arizona Business Magazine Bell Bank
Gammage & Burnham Target
BOLD indicates $50K cumulative giving to ASU Gammage *denotes multi-year commitment
These individual donors and foundations cumulative giving have totaled $100,000 or more.
Abbett Family Foundation
Susan and William Ahearn
Allen-Heath Memorial Foundation
Pat and Bill Andrew APS
Arizona Community Foundation
Reginald M. Ballantyne III
Carol Barmore
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Baughman
Barbara, Irv and Jeremy Berger
Carmen and Michael Blank
F. Richard Bloechl Family
Lee Bowman
George Brazil Plumbing and Electrical
Broadway Across America
Dawna and Dan Calderone
Joan Cremin
Cathy Dickey
JO Finks
Karen and Grady Gammage, Jr.
Janet and Chip Glaser
Laurie and Chuck Goldstein
Joanne and Mark Halberg
Alejandra and Peter Harries
Michelle Jung and Chris Rodriguez
Patricia Kaufman
Gail and John Krueger
The Hugh W. Long, Jr. Family
Rae and Richard S. Love
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Manning
The Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation
Merrily Metzger
Marcia and Andrew Meyer
Lesley and Paul Monfardini
Margaret T. Morris Foundation
Jenny Norton and Bob Ramsey
Jeffrey D. Oliver
Rod and Julie Rebello
Jeff and Leslie Rich
Rosenbluth Family Foundation
Diane Rosztoczy
Jana and Charles Sample
Christy and Richard Schust
Joanne Schust
Enid and Michael Seiden
Mel Sorensen
Ticketmaster
Marsha and Charles Van Dam
Mary and Bill Way/Way Family Charitable Foundation
Ray and Sue York
Legacy
Susan and William Ahearn
Nancy Anderson and Curt McLees
Carol Barmore
Weasley Beckley
George and Patricia Brazil
Linda Broomhead and Terese Sanchez
Marlene Bushard
Kim Cahow
Angela and David Conwell
Heidi Cox
Carl J. Cross
Cyndi and Terry DeBoer
JO Finks
Phillip Gillies
Alan and Anita Handelsman
Carl and Patricia Harris
Ronald H. Harten
Jay and Rojon Hasker
David N. Horowitz
Jacqueline Hufford-Jensen and Greg Kroening
Patricia Kaufman
Shirley Kruger
Sue Larsen
Cheryl and Mickey Laurent
Mark Leeper
Rae and Richard S. Love
Douglas Lowe
Cathy Mazur
Ellis and Kiran Means
Merrily Metzger
Ron and Vickie Neill
Stephanie Nowack
Simon Olstein
Clyde C. Parker, Jr.
Dr. and Mrs. Michael Pollay
Russell A. Robbins
Dr. Lynn Robershotte
Mitchell and Heather Ross
Brenda and Jim Rowland
Mr. and Mrs. Russell Smith
Ava Spanier
Karen Stone
Bruce C. Thoeny
Brinley Thomas
Mollie C. Trivers
John O. and Betty Whiteman
Investors Guild
Susan and William Ahearn*
Allen-Heath Memorial Foundation
Carmen and Michael Blank*
Lee Bowman*
Joan Cremin*
Dr. and Mrs. Charles Goldstein*
Great Clips
Brian C. Jones and Vaughn A. Lovell*
Tamara Scrivner
Producers Academy
Rhet and Marcia Andrews
Anonymous
Reginald M. Ballantyne III
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Baughman
Carol Barmore and Phil Hineman
Howard and Lisa Bell
Dawna and Dan Calderone
Carstens Family Funds
Jacqueline Chadwick, MD
Dr. James Cord and Charles Brazeal
The Desmarteau Family
Michele and Michael Etheridge
Janet and Chip Glaser
Joanne and Mark Halberg*
Jay and Rojon Hasker
Michelle Jung and Chris Rodriguez*
Rosey and Justin Kerchal
Gail and John Krueger
Evelyn and John Lucking
Cheryl Mandala
Marcia and Andrew Meyer
Jenny Norton and Bob Ramsey*
Jeffrey D. Oliver
Rod and Julie Rebello
Linda and Chuck Redman
Rosenbluth Family Foundation*
Brenda and Jim Rowland
Jana and Charles Sample
Joanne Schust
Donna and Philip Stover
Melissa Trudelle
Karen S. Wood-Nackard
Ray and Sue York
Grady Gammage
Society
Anonymous
Karen and Gary Bethune
Dan Churgin and Morgan
Magleby
Joe and Rose Circello
Sasha and Christopher Clements
Crystal Family Foundation
Lee Eberle and Lisa Vivian
Dr. and Mrs. Steven Farber
Mary Farrington-Lorch and Martin Lorch*
Patience Fones
Sophia and Mike Fong
Vicki Gibbons
Neil G. Giuliano
Davie Glaser In Loving
Memory of David H. Glaser
The Hoffman Family*
David N. Horowitz and Damon J. Bolling
Thomas P. Houlihan and Genevieve M. Houlihan
Mike Hughes and Dr. Kevin Mendivil*
John Kras and Timothy Walling
Bill and Stacey Langhofer
Aaron and Brenda LaTowsky
James Laufman
Barbara and Don Leffler
Hope and Steven Leibsohn
Rae and Richard S. Love
Steve and Rhonda Maun
Cathy Mazur
Merrily Metzger
Jill Ormond and Jay Kramer
Papp Family Foundation
Sandie and Hollis Phillips
Judy and Harold Samloff
Christy and Richard Schust
The Scollick Family
Enid and Michael Seiden*
Lorri and Stephen Smith
Cheryl Sucato
Tiller Family Foundation
Kerry Turner
Marsha and Charles Van Dam*
Michelle and Henry Villeda*
Greg Yagi and Alan Paulson
Patrick H. Zanzucchi
Barbara and Barry Zemel
Kathryn Gammage
Circle
AADS Office Solutions and Kathleen Cullen
Mariana and Richard Abelson
Helene and Marshall Abrahams
The Abrams Family
Brian and Paula Aleksa
Nancy and Warren Alter*
The Anderson Family
Donna and Jim Anderson
Andrew Family Foundation
Anonymous
Meng Ansley
Felice Appell
Tran and Glenn Appell
Linda and Richard Avner
Kevin Axx
BOK Financial
James and Sandra Bach
Shari and Adam Baird
Doug Ball and Connie Stein
Lory Baraz and Robert Zucker
Lisa and Harley Barnes, Jr.
Craig and Barbara Barrett
Terry and Gay Barwald
Bassett Family
The Beattie Family
The Julie Bennett Family, in Memory of Michael
Kristy and David Benton
Barbara, Irv and Jeremy Berger*
Mr. and Mrs. John Berry
Max and Laura Bessler
Dr. and Mrs. Robert Bickes, Jr.
Leslie and Alan Bird
Col. Jody Blanchfield
The Blunck Family
Jon and Jennifer Bohnert*
Tara and Todd Bookspan
Teresa and Mark Borota
Adam Bowman
Kelly Brandt
Michael and Sarah Braun
Laurie and Drew Brown
Shirley F. Brown and Fred L. Brown
Steve and Belinda Brown
The Bryant Family
In Honor of Debra Burk
Carrie and Daniel Burkes
Elizabeth Burm
Greg and Sarah Byrne
Elaine and Paul Campbell
Lou and Melissa Caramucci
Linda Carneal
Kathy and Dick Carter
Matt and Jill Casperson
Causenta Wellness and Cancer Care Center
Children’s Dental Village
Helen Cho
Traci and Philip Cilliers*
Marilee and David Clarke
Dr. and Mrs. Lance Cohen
Lee Baumann Cohn and Mike Cohn
John H. Cole III M.D. and Patrick T. Boyhan
Angela and David Conwell
Michael Cordova and Patricia Quinn
Andrea and Matt Cowley
Heidi Cox, Tracey Bryce, Wayne and Emilie Truong
James L. Cramer and Allen
C. Kalchik
Eileen Curtin
Dr. Mindi and Anthony D’Elia
Ellen and Andy Dauscher
Beth and Ed Dawkins
Nancy Dean and Lorree Ratto*
In Loving Memory of Terry DeBoer & Cody Meckstroth
Mr. and Mrs. Tom DeBonis
Amena Deluca, MD and David Jackson, MD
Teresa and Michael Dempsey
In Loving Memory of Laurie Dennhardt*
Brenda and Gary Deutsch
Dr. Wendy Dickerson
Erika and Russ Dickey
Michael and Laura Dill and Cam and Suzie Schwieder
Michael and Julie Dillon
Jackie and James Disney
Robert Donat
Michael Drexler
Carmen and Mike Duffek
Cynthia Emmons
Daniel Eng
Michele and Chris England
Virginia and Ron Erhardt
Mrs. Kari Eslick
Edward Evans
Jane P. Evans
Ardie and Steve Evans
Denis and Jane Fallon
Ray and Bettijune Fanning*
Skip and Wendy Farrell
Allyson and Justin Fernstrom
JO Finks
Susan and John Fisher
For Those Without A Voice
Sandra J. Fromm*
Mimi and Sandford Furman
Angela and Christopher Fylak
Karen and Grady Gammage, Jr.
Kyla and Michael Garrison*
Eric Gehrig and Nura Patani
Andy and Carolyn Gilb
Mrs. Saul Ginsberg
Bonnie Gonzalez
Ed Grabowski
Penni Graham
John and Deanne Greco
Kimberly and John Grubb
Joan and Al Gudriks
Gretchen and Jim Haahr
Sharon and Ollie Harper
Carl and Patricia Harris*
Nora and Tim Hart
Marilyn and Paul Harter
Joseph and Jamie Hedgecoth
Jon and Donna Hendrickson
Beth and Bill Hicks
Katie and Tim Hill
Jacki and Charles Hoagland
Andrea and Herbert Hodes
Bruce Hopkins and Carol Walters
Jacqueline Hufford-Jensen and Greg Kroening
Christine Hughes
Betty Hum
Tara and Nikhil Iyengar
Jaburg and Wilk, P.C.
Bonnie and William Jaeger
Kim Jameson and Jon Ann Hockersmith
Colleen JenningsRoggensack and Dr. Kurt Roggensack*
Dr. Lyndy Jones
Peggy R. Joslin and Nicholas Joslin
Jane and Tom Joynt
ASU Gammage VIP Donor Club
The Juszczak Family
Brian and Terri Katz
Patricia Kaufman*
Dr. and Mrs. Gary S. Kauffman
The Keller Family
Alan and Cynthia Kempner
The Kerr Family
Norman and Teresa Klein Family
Stacy and Alan Klibanoff*
Shirley Kruger
Michelle Laiss-Lipner*
Patricia and Mark Landay
The Lapota Family and the Diana Wermes Family
Cheryl and Mickey Laurent
Frank and Debbie Law and Family
Machrina and Dale Leach*
Kathy and Albert Leffler
Katie and Mark Leinweber
Mark Leeper
Edward and Emily Lesser
Herb and Nancy Lienenbrugger
Fuyu Lin and Samuel Anderson
Regan and Rigo Lopez
Ronaldo Luanzon
Keli and Kurt Luther
Kalidas and Darlene Madhavpeddi Foundation
Bonnie Maffi, Julia Burke, Nancy Singer and Marci Symington
Kristen and Doug Magnuson
Chad Makovsky and Stephanie Hurd
Mike Malloy and Shandee Chernow
Dr. and Mrs. Gerald Mandell
Dr. Celia Maneri*
Ana and Hans Maron
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Marotta
In Loving Memory of Caleb Joseph Martinez
Elisabeth and Kevin McCord
Leslie McDonnell In Memory of Jack McDonnell
Christopher McDowell
Robbyn McDowell
The Melikian Family
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David Meyer and Elite Cleaners
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Ellen Simonson
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Paulette and Michael Miller
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Kerri and Eric Nelson
Dick and Jane Neuheisel
Karen Norstrand*
Diane and Steve Norris
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Mr. and Mrs. Enrique Ortega
Darcy and Mark Ortiz
Frank and Ginny Palamara
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Practice Strategies
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Richard Ross
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J.J. Schwartz
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Spracale Family
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Judith and Louis Stein
Dr. Barry and Judith Stern
Morgan Stewart and Barbara Page
Katherine and Mark Strumpf
Shoshana Tancer
Sheri and Tim Tapia
Brinley Thomas and Charles Bentley*
Mollie C. Trivers and Shelley
M. Cohn
UMB Bank
Susan Van Dyke MD
Patrick and Amy Vance
Mark and Lynn Vanderlinde/ VRealty Advisors
Dr. Robert and Julia Wacloff
Dale and Sheryl Wanek
Col. Alexander Warschaw
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Jolene & Harvey Weisblat
Philanthropic Fund of the Southwest Community Foundation
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Gary and Kristi West
Maidie G. Westlie
Marie and Tyler Wick
Christine and Emery Wiggs
Jana and Mark Wilcke*
Todd and Tammy Wilkening
Dr. Brian and Dawn Williams
Daryl and Karly Williams
Suanne Woo and Dana Bearinger*
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Ray and Sue York
Martha Scales Zachary
In Loving Memory of Charlie Zarrelli*
Directors Club
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Anonymous
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In Memory of Margaret Ann Beardsley
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Donna Dichiaro In Memory of Bob Dichiaro
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Wayne Horowitz
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Jo Krueger
Maryanne Krueger and Lon Krueger
Kerry Kuehn
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Steve Letcher
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Patricia and Paul Lewis
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Lisa Loo
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Tess Minter and Craig Lahti
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Ariana and Daniel Mormino
Kathryn Morrison
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Janet Oatfield
Di and Danielle Obergh
Christine and Jarom Olsen
Simon Olstein
Shannon Olwine and Mohit Mehta
Dr. and Mrs. Donald A. Opila
Pam and Gary Passey
Amy and Devesh Patel
Valerie and Gregory Patten*
Charlotte Pendergast
Maryellen and Mark Pendleton
Suzie and David Perkinson
Cristine and Valleria Pickett
John Phebus
Cynthia Pino
Jo and Jerry Portillo
Lesley Propp
Hari Puri
Marissa L. Rangel
Carol and Gregory Rath
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Dean Rennell
Rebecca P. Ripley and Tara
Ripley Swinehart
Russell A. Robbins
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Chad Robert and Sean Nokes
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Bruce and Pamela Rose
Rosedale Hair Design
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Kimberly and Jack Ross
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Jeremy and Andrea Rowlett
The Rudolph Family
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Julie and Joseph Russomanno
Beth Saiki-Olsen and Morgan Olsen
Jeffrey P. Salomone, M.D.
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San Roman Family
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Schlotzsky’s
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In honor of Azaliah Sherwood
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Know a teacher looking to introduce their students to theater? They'd love Performances for Students!
Tuesday, Oct. 29
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The Molly Blank Fund Performances for Students
El Santo Golpe
10–11 a.m.
Grades 3–12 | Curriculum Connections: Music and Spanish
El Santo Golpe better translates to The Mighty Hit, the feeling that we all get when we experience a powerful sense of joy, an unexpected punch of happiness as we connect with a song, a rhythm, movement, art, and an experience in our lives that brings us peacefulness and alegria! This artist collective was created to introduce an original take to the fun world of “Afro-Latin” music, as they borrow influences of rhythms, sounds, traditions and Folklore from the Afro Latin Diaspora around the world.
Tuesday, Nov. 14
The Molly Blank Fund Performances for Students CONTRA-TIEMPO
10–11 a.m.
Grades 4–12 | Curriculum Connections: Music, Dance and Spanish
CONTRA-TIEMPO is a bold and multilingual Los Angeles-based activist dance theater company, dedicated to transforming the world through dance—building community, facilitating dialogue and moving audiences to imagine what is possible.
The Molly Blank Fund Performances for Students is also sponsored by the Abbett Family Foundation, APS, Target and the Seiden Family Foundation.