Waukesha Civic Theater - The Laramie Project

The Laramie Project June 4 - 20

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The Laramie Project Written by Moisés Kaufman and the Members of Tectonic Theatre Project and performed through special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service

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Director Madison Penzkover Scenic Designer / Master Carpenter Michael Talaska

Stage Manager Mark Morris

Costume Designer Ian Hueston

Lighting Designer Colin Gawronski

Sound Designer Scott Fudali

Properties Designer Jake Koch

Dramaturg Del Lovejoy

Intimacy/Consent Consultant Kara Penrose

The Laramie Project June 4-20, 2021

Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre Building Mardi Bryant Jones Mainstage 264 West Main Street in Downtown Waukesha Tickets: (262) 547-0708 | www.waukeshacivictheatre.org The Laramie Project

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CAST in alphabetical order Mack Bates............................................................................................ Father Roger Schmit, / Greg Pierotti / Jonas Slonaker / Rob Debree / Rulon Stacey / Sgt. Hing, Shadow Megan Hammerer..................................................................................................... April Silva / Barbara Pitts / Catherine Connolly / Gil Engen / Shannon / Lucy Thompson / Minister’s Wife / Sherry Aanenson Nicholas Callan Haubner............................................................................... Aaron McKinney / Andy Paris / Gov. Jim Geringer / Jedediah Schultz / Jeffrey Lockwood / Kerry Drake / Matt Mickelson / Russell Henderson Patrice Hood.........................................................................................................Alison Mears / Conrad Miller / Doug Laws / Kristin Price / Rebecca Hilliker / Reggie Fluty / Sherry Johnson / Zubaida Ula Heaven Lucas......................................................................................... Aaron Kreifels / Leigh Fondakowski / Romaine Patterson / Jen / Tiffany Edwards / Zackie Salmon Jim Mallmann....................................................................................................Andrew Gomez / Cal Rerucha / Dennis Shepard / Harry Woods / Jon Peacock / Moisés Kaufman / Murdock Cooper / Philip Dubois / Stephen Mead Johnson Noah Maguire..................................................Anonymous Friend of Aaron McKinney / Bill McKinney / Doc O’Connor / Matt Galloway / Rev. Fred Phelps / Russell Henderson’s Mormon Home Teacher / Stephen Belber Deanna Strasse....................................................................................... Amanda Gronich / Baptist Minister / Dr. Cantway / Eileen Engen / Email Writer / Marge Murray / Phil LaBrie / Trish Steger

This play contains strong language and mature themes.

The Laramie Project is performed in three acts. There will be two ten minute intermissions.

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PRODUCTION STAFF CREW Director........................................................................................................................... Madison Penzkover Master Carpenter / Scenic Designer............................................................................. Michael Talaska Stage Manager............................................................................................................................ Mark Morris Costume Designers................................................................................................................... Ian Hueston Lighting Designer...............................................................................................................Colin Gawronski Sound Designer...........................................................................................................................Scott Fudali Properties Designer....................................................................................................................... Jake Koch Dramaturg......................................................................................................................................Del Lovejoy Intimacy/Consent Consultant.............................................................................................. Kara Penrose

SPECIAL THANKS Ryan Gaylor, Mark & Angie Penzkover Laramie Police Department for help with costuming Kara Penrose Kristen Evert The Matthew Shepard Foundation

Tectonic Theatre Project The Moment Work Institute Discussion Registration Required WCT and Tectonic Theatre Project brings you a 1- Hour workshop with The Moment Work teaching artist, Scott Barrow. The Laramie Project was built using Moment Work, a collaborative devising method Moisés Kaufman and the Tectonic company created intending to use every element of the stage to expand the theatrical possibilities of a production. Join us for a virtual workshop.

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BIOGRAPHIES in alphabetical order Mack Bates (Father Roger Schmit/Rob Debree/Rulon Stacey/Sgt. Hing) is honored to be a part of WCT’s production of The Laramie Project. This is Mack’s third show at WCT this season following It’s A Wonderful Life & Jake Revolver: Freelance Secret Agent.

Additional credits include Funny Money, August: Osage County, The War of the Worlds, An Inspector Calls & An Act of God. He dedicates his performance to his sister Kimberly Jones & his cousin Keith Stewart.

friends, family, and lovely boyfriend. Thank you to all who have persevered and are here to see this production. It truly means the world to us to be able to perform stories again. Enjoy the show!

Nicholas Callan Haubner (Aaron McKinney/Andy Paris/Jedediah Schultz/ Matt Mickelson) has performed in the Milwaukee area for over 20 years. Past WCT shows include Leading Ladies, 33 Variations, The Complete Works of Scott Fudali (Sound Designer) When Shakespeare (abridged), and It’s a Wonderful he’s not keeping the network running for Life as George Bailey. Favorite productions Carroll University, Scott has been designing include George in Same Time Next Year, lights for both the University and WCT Lenny in Of Mice and Men, and Brick in Cat On a Hot Tin Roof. He received his BFA in for a number of years now. Some of his favorite designs have included Sweet Acting from UWM. “Thank you Matthew”.

Charity and Dead Man Walking at Carroll, Patrice Hood (Alison Mears/Rebecca as well as The Music Man and 42nd Street Hilliker/Reggie Fluty/Zubaida Ula) has at WCT. He hopes you enjoy the show and would like to thank his wife and parents for been actively singing since early school years, and she is excited to be acting in their continued support in all his theatre The Laramie Project. Patrice has been seen endeavors. in WCT’s Dream Role: A Cabaret, singing “Somewhere Over the Rainbow.” It has Colin Gawronski (Lighting Designer) has worked with such local companies as been a pleasure for Patrice to meet and Danceworks, inc., Milwaukee Chamber work with individuals who share the Theatre, Renaissance Theaterworks, same passion of acting. Special thank Milwaukee Opera Theatre, UWM Dance, you to God, family, and friends who have supported and loved her during her PrideFest Milwaukee, Bard and Bourbon, Black Arts Milwaukee and the Bronzeville theatrical journey.

Arts Ensemble as well as Theatre Lila of Ian Hueston (Costume Designers) is Madison. Favorite productions include: excited to make his costume design debut Ignite: A Hip Hop Experience, Secrets From the Wide Sky, Black Nativity, King Lear, Jesus with his favorite play on his favorite stage.

Past design credits include props for WCT’s Christ Superstar, Stories From a Life, Any production of Big Fish, and makeup for Given Monday, Serendipity, Lamps for My There is a War. He is currently WCT’s Box Family, and Out of One Many. Give Love Office Manager, and lives in Racine with Always. his two boyfriends, Andrew and Zach, and Megan Hammerer (Barbara Pitts/ their dumb, goofy dogs.

Catherine Connolly/Lucy Thompson/ Sherry Aanenson) is grateful to be stepping Jake Koch (Properties Designer) is thrilled to be back at Waukesha Civic Theatre back on stage after this tumultuous year. working behind the scenes once again!

Favorite credits include Emilia in Othello, He last worked as a Stage Manager for Jocasta in Oedipus Rex, and Penny in Dreamroles: A Cabaret and Elf the Musical!

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BIOGRAPHIES cont. an actor on stage. His most recent role was Man 1 in Songs For A New World at Pewaukee High School. Jake would like to thank Maddie for welcoming him onto the team for this beautiful show!

Del Lovejoy (Dramaturg) has performed, managed, and directed shows at the University of Oklahoma and the American Heritage Center for the Performing Arts, but The Laramie Project is their debut as a dramaturg. They have directed shows such as The Coming World, Willy Wonka Jr., as well as Anniversary and Trudy and Max in Love for Student Theatre Initiative’s Staged Reading series.

Heaven Lucas (Aaron Kreifels/Leigh Fondakowski/Romaine Patterson/Zackie Salmon) is a student at NYU studying Drama and Child and Adolescent Mental

Health Studies. Favorite past productions include Ella Enchanted, Goosebumps, Sister Act, West Side Story, Heathers, and Taming of the Shrew. Besides acting, Heaven is a teaching artist, dancer, vocalist, writer, dog enthusiast, and an ice cream fanatic.

She extends her gratitude to all those who have supported her on this meaningful adventure! “Stay close to anything that makes you glad you are alive.”

Jim Mallmann (Dennis Shepard/Jon Peacock/Moisés Kaufman/Philip Dubois) is pleased to return to WCT for his thirteenth show, having most recently appeared in Jake Revolver: Freelance Secret Agent (Narrator/Dashiell Roll). Favorite WCT performances include Fawlty Towers (Mr. Hutchison), Leading Ladies (Doc Myers), The Diary of Anne Frank (Mr. Dussel),

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Communicating Doors (Harold Palmer), and Our Town (Mr. Webb). Jim offers thanks to Maddie for the opportunity to tell this heartbreaking story and to family, friends, cast, and crew for their support.

Noah Maguire (Doc O’Connor/Matt Galloway/Rev. Fred Phelps/Stephen Belber) is thrilled to be returning to the Waukesha Civic Theatre stage! Previous WCT credits include Amos Calloway in Big Fish, Theo in The Underpants, Mr.Braithwaite in Billy Elliott, and Louis XI in Hunchback of Notre Dame. Other credits include Edna Turnblad in Hairspray and Sir Bedevere in Spamalot at Sunset Playhouse, Teddy in Arsenic and Old Lace at Black Box Theatre Company, and Edward Rutledge in 1776 at Lake Country Playhouse. Enjoy the show!

Mark Morris (Stage Manager) is a recent graduate of Carroll University’s Theatre Arts program and is living and working in the Milwaukee/Waukesha area. Some of his favorite SM credits include Jake Revolver, Spring Awakening, and Carrie. This is his fourth production at WCT and he could not be more excited to add The Laramie Project to his list of favorite shows!

Deanna Strasse (Amanda Gronich/Dr. Cantway/Marge Murray/Trish Steger) is a Milwaukee-based playwright, actress, and director. Previous acting credits include Claire in Rumors (SummerStage), Miss Stephanie in To Kill a Mockingbird (Waukesha Civic), Alice in You Can’t Take It With You, Tansy in The Nerd, Catherine in The Foreigner (Sunset Playhouse) and more. Stay up-to-date on Deanna’s adventures by visiting DeannaStrasse.com Michael Talaska (Scenic Designer / Master Carpenter) Michael is celebrating 20 years with WCT. Winner of the 2018 Footlight People’s Choice award for Outstanding Scenic Design in a non-professional production for Hunchback Of Notre Dame.

Past productions include Wait Until Dark, Barefoot In The Park, 33 Variations, The Diary Of Anne Frank, The Goodbye Girl, and many others. Michael would like to thank his friends and family for all of their help and support.

Madison Penzkover (Director) is a recent graduate of the University of Oklahoma.

She previously directed Dry Land (OU Student Theatre). Recent acting credits include Lucrece in The Liar, Nan/Tanya in Hope and Gravity, Olivia in Twelfth Night, Alice in The Drowning Girls, and Daisy in Biloxi Blues. Her favorite roles from WCT include Who in Seussical, Caroline in A Tiny Miracle with a Fiberoptic Unicorn, and Anne Frank in The Diary of Anne Frank. madisonpenzkover.com

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DIRECTOR’S NOTE Laramie, Wyoming wasn’t a town brimming with violent homophobes. It was a town home to a handful of homophobes and a lot of apathy. A great deal of the population was content to “Live and let live,” pretending the LGBTQ+ people in their community didn’t exist.

That also meant pretending Laramie’s homophobes weren’t perpetuating subtle violence. They realized their neighbors would overlook everyday homophobia and grew bolder until two men came across Matthew Shepard at a bar on October 6, 1998.

When the “seeds of violence” are planted in a community, they are easy to ignore.

Instances of homophobia that wouldn’t rise to the level of a hate crime, such as calling things “gay” as an insult or refusing to date transgender people, can still be extremely damaging. These actions pave the way for serious violations of LBGTQ+ people’s human rights, like denying housing or jobs to people on the basis of sexuality or gender, or committing violent hate crimes like the one committed against Matthew Shepard.

Romaine Patterson, a friend of Matthew’s and one of the many people you will meet today, wrote, “Some people think when they sit down to watch The Laramie Project that they are going to see a play about Laramie, Wyoming. In fact, what many people realize is that they are seeing a play about their own hometown.”

What struck me when I first read The Laramie Project was how familiar the people of Laramie were to me. While they may have unfamiliar names and faces, in their stories I see my friends, my neighbors, my family, myself. From the Walmart at the edge of town to the pool table in the corner of the local bar, it was both comforting and uncomfortable to see my hometown reflected back at me in the pages of the script. It spurred me to look for the seeds of violence in myself and the people I loved and to speak up when I saw them.

Since 1998, a lot has improved for the American LGBTQ+ population: national laws regarding hate crimes have been passed; gay, lesbian, and transgender citizens can now enlist in the military (although the transgender ban was lifted a mere five months ago); representation in television and film is on the rise; and same-sex marriage was legalized by the Supreme Court in 2015.

As important as these milestones have been, the work left to do looms large. According to the Natonal LGBT Bar Association, one in five American LGBTQ+ people will experience a hate crime in their lives, and that number jumps to 1 in 4 for transgender people.

Over 100 bills have been introduced in various statehouses in 2021 alone which seek to impede the rights of transgender youth. Two of these bills were introduced in the Wisconsin assembly, authored by Rep. Barbara Dittrich of Oconomowoc and backed by nine other representatives so far. At the time of writing, 21 trans or gendernonconforming people, the majority of which have been Black or Latinx women, have been murdered so far in 2021, according to the Human Rights Campaign.

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DIRECTOR’S NOTE cont. founded a counter-protest group called Angel Action. “So many times people have asked me how I had the courage to do the things I have done in my life,” she said. “I laugh a little because none of my actions were done out of bravery, but out of a simple truth that I lead my life by. I simply try to do the right thing when given the chance. Each of us has a role… My question to you is, when you leave today what will YOU do to make the world a better place? What is your role?”

Madison Penzkover Director

NOTE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR The Laramie Project marks WCT’s fifth Mainstage show this season, and I want to start by thanking you for being here. Thank you for taking the precautions and following the rules so that we can be together safely. Protocols are going to be changing and we are watching recommendations closely - we will always act with the health and safety of our community as our number one priority.

Waukesha Civic Theatre has been open to the public at a reduced capacity and virtually since October and we have been able to provide artistic opportunities that so many people have needed to get their spirits through this pandemic. From theatre classes, cabarets, radio plays, dramas, and musicals, we have tried to provide an experience for everyone.

We have had the pleasure of having audiences with as few as ten people and audiences of over one hundred, and each of those audiences were warm and receptive. I want to applaud the artists who have been on stage and backstage, who have been committed to warmly welcoming our community in any way they are comfortable and providing a Responsible Theatre experience.

Saying that this year has been a challenge feels small and insincere, because this year has been more than a challenge, and it has often felt insurmountable to all of us. It has caused us all to stop and reevaluate every single thing we do in our lives, in our theatre, in our industry.

COVID-19 has hit our industry like a storm - it has shaken us, left us battered and weary.

But like all storms, in the quiet of the winding down winds, and the first glow of sunlight on the horizon, we find hope. As the arts industry plans its reopening after the storm, we find that everything has changed, and I choose to look for what has been changed for good - I am looking for what those first rays of light are showing us. The light is shining on equity practices and a global movement for industry change, and we are listening and acting. WCT is reaching out, building our teams of artists and volunteers, and working to form real connections and relationships. The light has shone on sustainability and how we prepare for any and all things in order for WCT to weather any storm.

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NOTE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR cont.

WCT has weathered the storm through support of our donors, sponsors, and grantors, through the hard work, sweat, and tears of our staff and volunteers, and we now will work to help other theatres pick back up and get back on their feet. We have gathered the resources to survive this storm and as part of our mission to Entertain, Enrich, Engage, and Challenge, we will share what we have learned and lift up others in our community.

Lastly, I want to thank the WCT team. Thank you to the staff, who have been hit by wave after wave of challenge and have overcome through this difficult time. You are committed to providing our community with an authentic and meaningful experience and I cannot wait to see where we go from here. Thank you to the artists - directors, music directors, musicians, lighting and sound designers, scenic designers, props designers, costume designers. You have worked with shoestring budgets and a shortage of time through this pandemic and have created beautiful art and have told beautiful stories. Thank you to the teachers and students who have innovated, have created and performed with masks and distance, and STILL connected with each other in the way only theatre can help you connect. Thank you to the volunteers - the actors, the ushers, the Board of Directors, the committee members, the organizers, and cleaners, the sorters and mailers, the heartbeat of our theatre. You give so much. The heart of volunteerism is to give without receiving, but I hope that when you give here at WCT that you do receive something in return. We hope you feel appreciated and valued, that your time and talents have purpose and are seen. We see you and we love you.

Rhonda Schmidt Executive Director

WAUKESHA CIVIC THEATRE MISSION STATEMENT Waukesha Civic Theatre is a non-profit corporation whose mission is to provide quality live theatre performances and educational opportunities that will entertain, enrich, engage, and challenge the whole Waukesha community.

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WAUKESHA CIVIC THEATRE PERSONNEL THEATRE STAFF

Executive Director .............................................................................................. Rhonda Marie Schmidt Associate Managing Director .................................................................................... Ryan Albrechtson Director of Education & Outreach .................................................................................... Doug Jarecki Administrative Manager ............................................................................................... Meghan Hopper Box Office Manager ................................................................................................................. Ian Hueston Director of Marketing & Development ...................................................................... Jackey Boelkow Bookkeeper ................................................................................................................................. Amy Holley Event Staff ...................................................................... Gayle Grier, Emilie Grunfelder, Susan Herro, Aishu Nagasunder, Kylie Peters, Ava Shuman-Messplay, Frankie Steitz, Eric Welch, Elizabeth Wollert Board of Directors Curt Andrews, Jenny Erato, Scott Fudali, Peter Kao (Secretary), Eric Larson (Vice President), Craig Lopacinski, Jim Mallmann, Nancy McCaskey, Sara Mertz, Kitty Messplay (President), Scott Trindl, Keith Yahn (Treasurer) Advisory Council Mary Bohren, Michael O. Bohren, Carol Dolphin, Gary Ebert, Bill Holcomb, Michele Holcomb, Jean Novy, Angela Penzkover, Mark Penzkover, Lee Piekarski, Donna Swanson, Sara Toenes Waukesha Civic Theatre is always looking for new volunteers! Some ways to get involved include auditioning for performances, joining our committees (including Advancement, Art Gallery, Diversity and Equitable Practices, Finance, Gala, Play Advisory, and Volunteer Appreciation), or ushering with us. If you are interested in more information, please email rschmidt@waukeshacivictheatre.org.

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Costume Coordinators ................................................. Lee Piekarski, Sharon Sohner, Kathy Strait Props Coordinators ............................................................................................................. Gwen Ter Haar Scene Shop Coordinator ....................................................................................................... Scott D. Prox Civic Broadway Singers ......................................................................................................... Abby Lorenz Civic Senior Players ................................................................................ Carol McLean & Lee Piekarski Usher Coordinator ................................................................................................................ Phillip Alonge Civic Broadway Singers Abby Lorenz, Dennis Becker, Glenn Daily, Jim Dawson, Lori Figurski, Denise Fyksen, John Hrobar, Jimmy Kitts, Karen Kirsch, Jack Koehler, Tom Koth, Rich Labinski, Bill Laffey, Barb Lancelle, Chris Martin, Stacy Merryfield, Curt Nash, Nancy Radtke, Dorothy Riesing, Amy Stenzel, Gloria Teifke, Jim Volden, Patty Wilson Civic Senior Players Lee Conrad, Jerry Friday, Greg Jenks, Erling Kolstad, Cheryl Loveland, Carol McLean, Lee Piekarski, Patricia Stright, Chris Vilar

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WAUKESHA STATE BANK ART GALLERY Located just outside the Mardi Bryant Jones Mainstage inside the Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre Building, the Waukesha State Bank Art Gallery features the work of local artists. A new artist’s work is displayed during the run of each of WCT’s productions. The work of the artists can be viewed whenever the box office is open. The artist’s work may also be viewed on our website at any time.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES WITH WAUKESHA CIVIC THEATRE WCT has a number of opportunities for people who are looking to volunteer some of their time.

Ushers - WCT is always in need of ushers. Ushers must be at least 14 years old. Usher duties include interacting with patrons in a variety of positions. Active ushers receive one complimentary ticket to the Preview performance of each of WCT’s Mainstage productions! If you are interested in learning more, please call (262) 547-4911 ext. 101 or send an email to ushercoordinator@waukeshacivictheatre.org.

Raffle & Merchandise Sellers - Would you like to help WCT raise money while enjoying a performance at the same time? Then volunteer to sell raffle tickets or WCT merchandise during performances. Sellers must be at least 14 years old or accompanied by an adult.

Proceeds benefit WCT’s operating fund. Please call the business office at (262) 547-4911.

Committees - Consider joining one of our committees! We are always looking for new members. Committees include Advancement, Art Gallery, Diversity and Equitable Practices, Finance, Gala, Play Advisory, and Volunteer Appreciation. If you are interested in more information, please email rschmidt@waukeshacivictheatre.org.

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CIVIC SUPERSTARS The donors in this group have given a cumulative lifetime donation of at least $25,000.

If you feel you should be included in this list but are not listed below, please let us know.

We’re working with 60+ years of donation records and could possibly have missed a Superstar or two.

Anonymous Bielinski Brothers Anthony & Andrea Bryant John J. Bryant III Century Fence Company John & Kelli Cramer Thomas & Maripat Dalum David & Velma Geraldson Greater Milwaukee Foundation Dorothy A. Heale William & Joanne Huelsman Rich & Cathy Labinski M&I Foundation Scott & Nancy McCaskey and Family Milwaukee Foundation Corporation

Dorothy Naughton Nonprofit Management Fund Helen & Ralph M. North III Jean Novy Potawatomi Bingo & Casino Precision Gears, Inc. Drake & Evelyn Reid Dick & Carol Richards Bryce & Anne Styza Don & Carol Taylor Sara Toenes Waukesha State Bank Waukesha Women’s Club Wisconsin Arts Board

CURTAIN CALL CLUB By including the Waukesha Civic Theatre in your future estate plans, you can help ensure the theatre’s future. Please consider joining these generous supporters who have remembered WCT in their estate plans. If you already have made plans that include us and you are not listed here, please let us know!

Scott & Angila Allen Anthony & Andrea Bryant John J. Bryant III June Burrowes John Cramer Warren & Freida Hart Dorothy A. Heale Ron & Sherrie Hinderman George & Anita Ransome Kuchler Glorianne L. Kurth

Carol McLean Sally Michalko Dorothy Naughton Ralph M. North III Lee Piekarski Mary Rynders August & Lynn Revoy Rhonda & Aaron Schmidt Alice Schnetter Midge Verhein

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2020-2021 DONATIONS Contributions from May 6, 2021 Thank you to everyone who supported us last season, including those who donated the value of tickets for cancelled shows. This list does not include those who donated through Facebook. We greatly appreciate your support, but are unable to track donors through that platform.

Waukesha Civic Theatre has continued our programming due to grants from the State of Wisconsin.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Curt Andrews Jenny Erato Scott Fudali Peter Kao Eric Larson Craig Lopacinski Jim Mallmann Nancy McCaskey Sara Mertz Kitty Messplay Scott Trindl Keith Yahn

Kate Hauser Bill & Michele Holcomb Coleen E. Marshall Anita Ransome Kuchler Anne Van Deusen Nancy Watts

ACTOR ($100-$499) Anonymous (3) Carol Abramoff Robert J. & Susan Ashton Joyce & Dennis Beauchene Valorie Boczkiewicz BENEFACTOR Carole Brinkman ($20,000+) Susanne Carman Bryce & Anne Styza Community Care, Inc. Donald & Beverly Chappie PRODUCER ($10,000-$19,999) Barbara Coughlin Anthony & Andrea Bryant Tom & Janet Curtis Mary Dembinski DIRECTOR Norma Jane Demeyer ($5,000-$9,999) Elizabeth Doepke Century Fence Carol Dolphin Kathryn Donahue PLAYWRIGHT ($1,000-$4,999) Julie Gay Anonymous (1) GE Foundation Bill Hueston & Marty Tack Pam Golner Candice Koehn Deborah Hankel Rich & Cathy Labinski Herb Kohl Philanthropies Cheryl Loveland Sharon Holzman Jean Novy Bill & Jody Huelsman Suzanne Nowak Marsha & Richard James Debby Penzkover Ruth P & William A Jones Mark Jutz DESIGNER Leon Kalisz ($500-$999) Judith Katz, John Boettcher in honor of Beth Perry Michael & Mary Bohren Thomas Keefe Charities Aid Foundation of Kenneth A. Klauck America Jane & Derek Klett Jack & Margaret Christiansen Mary Knudten Culvers Ann & Terry Krueger Donald & Anna French Dr. Ronald & Camille Labinski Dave & Velma Geraldson Mary La Fond Doug & Meg Haag Janet & Jeff Larson 22

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Donna Lobacz George & Emily Lorenz Dona Rae Lundin David Mallmann, in honor of Jim Mallmann Bob & Heidi Manak Carol Mclean Dexter Meise Shane Morris David & Pam Nader The Nehlsen Family Larry Nelson & Dawn Borowski Brian O’Day Mark & Angela Penzkover Dr. Joseph J Piatt & Ms. Traci-Huntemann-Piatt Gary Quandt Charmaine & Tim Reynolds Anne Riendl Alex & Marcia Romashko Ken & Lorraine Schenian Kristin Sizemore Kathryn Slipper Sharon Sohner, in memory of Walt Pruess Ruthann Spaay Adam Sturtz Jack & Jodi Sweeney Linda Thompson Joan Vehlow Anthony & Meta Ventress Lila Vollmern Paul & Evie Vrakas Robert Vrakas Jo Weyrauch Rebekah Wickert, in honor of Rhonda Schmidt Mark Yamilkoski Jay & Anna Zimmerman

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