Omaha Performing Arts 2017/2018 Community Report by Omaha Performing Arts

2017/2018 COMMUNITY REPORT

LETTER FROM THE CHAIR

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT It’s been gratifying to have participated in the growth and expansion of Omaha Performing Arts during its first 13 years of operations, and that progress was evident during our 2017/2018 Season. Since inception, we’ve welcomed more than 4 million visitors to our venues and have expanded our Education and Community Engagement programs. Our impact is significant even beyond Omaha’s city limits, and we now generate almost $48 million in annual economic impact on the local and state economies. With an upcoming season that includes HAMILTON, we are attracting new visitors and patrons. All of this growth has been made possible by the generous donors, corporations, philanthropists, patrons and volunteers in our community, and we are profoundly grateful to them. We are proud to be a destination for the highest level of performing arts and to continue to realize the vision of one of our founders, the late Dick Holland. On behalf of the Board of Directors, I want to thank everyone who contributes to our achievements. As we plan for the future, we are confident that we can continue to build on our success together.

John Gottschalk, Chair

The celebration of the Orpheum Theater’s 90th Anniversary reverberated throughout our 2017/2018 Season! As patrons shared their treasured memories of this beloved venue with us, we were reminded how profoundly the arts can impact people’s lives. With more than 400 performances and events at the Holland Performing Arts Center and the Orpheum, we were able to reach patrons from all parts of our community. In celebration of the Orpheum’s anniversary, we made numerous upgrades to enhance the theater experience, and to date, we’ve invested over $20 million in the iconic venue thanks to the generous donors in our community. We also expanded our Education and Community Engagement programs, including the Nebraska High School Theater Academy, which connects more than 7,000 students in 78 schools across all of Nebraska with incredible Broadway experiences and classes. I’m especially proud that Omaha Performing Arts was recognized with the 2018 Governor’s Arts Award for our impact on the arts and our work across Nebraska. My deepest appreciation goes to our donors, arts partners, resident companies, the community, the Board of Directors, staff and volunteers for another extraordinary season at Omaha Performing Arts. These are the people who understand how the arts touch us — and how important they are, now more than ever. We look forward to 2018/2019 and hope you’ll join us for the next extraordinary season!

Joan H. Squires, President

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Vision, Mission and Values

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Omaha Performing Arts Board of Directors and OPAS Foundation Board of Directors

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Performance Highlights

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Education & Community Engagement Highlights

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Orpheum 90th Anniversary Highlights

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By the Numbers

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Donors

36-40

Volunteers & Administration

VISION MISSION

VALUES

A vibrant destination for extraordinary experiences that engage, inspire and connect.

The mission of Omaha Performing Arts is to enrich the community through the presentation of the highest quality arts and entertainment experiences; the stewardship of the Orpheum Theater and Holland Performing Arts Center; and Education and Community Engagement programs.

TRUST: We TRUST each other to make decisions in the best interest of the organization. We are open, honest and RESPECTFUL of each other. TEAM: We value RELATIONSHIP before task. We SUPPORT each other and are stronger as a team. We EMBRACE CHANGE and encourage new ideas. INTEGRITY: We are dependable, RELIABLE and responsible in our actions. We DO THE RIGHT THING and strive for excellence.

Joan H. Squires (President) with the Omaha Performing Arts Board of Directors: John Gottschalk (Chair), Michael B. Yanney (OPAS Foundation), John K. Boyer (Secretary), Walter Scott, Jr., Row 2: Carl G. Mammel, Meg Lauritzen Dodge, Michael S. Cassling, D. David Slosburg, Row 3: Todd L. Johnson, Jack Koraleski, Richard R. Bell. Not pictured: Scott C. Heider, Rodriqo Lรณpez

OMAHA PERFORMING ARTS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

OPAS FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

John Gottschalk, Chair

Jack Koraleski, Vice Chair

John K. Boyer, Secretary

Richard R. Bell

Jack Koraleski

Michael S. Cassling

Carl G. Mammel

Meg Lauritzen Dodge

Michael B. Yanney

Scott C. Heider Todd L. Johnson

Joan H. Squires, President

Rodrigo Lรณpez Carl G. Mammel Walter Scott, Jr. D. David Slosburg John K. Boyer, Secretary Joan H. Squires, President

PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS

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The Cast of FINDING NEVERLAND. Photo by Jeremy Daniel

“One of the best things my husband and I have done is becoming season ticket holders for the Broadway series. We love every minute of it. Another job well done! Thank you so much!” - @CindyMa43096975, Twitter

500,000 people attended events & performances

430

performances & events

MISSION MOMENT

Meet First-Time Subscribers Emily Rogers and Sara Smith Sisters Emily Rogers, 23, and Sara Smith, 33, love Broadway. They’ve been coming to shows at the Orpheum Theater together for 10 years — sometimes seeing every Broadway musical in the season. In 2017/2018, they decided to continue their tradition as subscribers. One of their favorite shows this season was FINDING NEVERLAND. “They performed the whole show with so much power and emotion,” Sara said. “There was so much magic in that show.” At every show, the sisters take a photo under the marquee and save their program books as keepsakes. “Each show has different memories and is special in its own way,” Emily said.

Jessica Lang Dance

Omaha girls Vienna Maas (left) and Anina Frey were cast as Lulu in Broadway’s tour of WAITRESS

Patrons experiencing cast album karaoke after WAITRESS at the Orpheum Theater

B—The Underwater Bubble Show

“Beautiful, empowering, refreshing, heartbreaking and hilarious. #Sugar #Butter #Flour #Waitress” - @annakatjordan, Instagram 88

“My wife and I are going to see Kenny G in concert next week in Omaha. #BUCKETLIST When you are 66, it is time to start checking off items on your bucket list.” - @fedsoclawprof, Twitter

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Wynonna & The Big Noise Curly Martin & Friends

The Hip Hop Nutcracker

The National Touring Company of WICKED. Photo by Joan Marcus

“I saw Wicked last night with my amazing SIL @katherinekempter — it was absolutely incredible!! What a stunningly talented cast. I had goosebumps for most of the show.” - @amberkempter, Instagram

Jack Broadbent

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Touring Company. Photo by Matthew Murphy

Cast of Disneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s THE LITTLE MERMAID. Photo by Steve Wilson KENNY G

YAMATO the Drummers of Japan SIRO-A: The Techno Circus

THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER

EDUCATION & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Nebraska High School Theater Academy students perform during the showcase at the Orpheum Theater

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STUDENTS, TEACHERS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS SERVED IN 2017/2018 NEBRASKA HIGH SCHOOL THEATER ACADEMY GOES STATEWIDE For the first time, high schools and middle schools from the entire state were invited to participate in the year-round program presented in partnership with the Broadway League. We reached more than 7,000 students at 78 schools through Broadway master classes, professional feedback, digital learning experiences and more.

DISNEY MUSICALS IN SCHOOLS EXPANDS TO 10 OMAHA SCHOOLS The program for grades 3-6 expanded to include 10 area elementary schools and provided teachers with training and resources needed to put on a Disney KIDS musical. More than 700 students participated in the program developed by Disney Theatrical Group.

MUSICAL EXPLORERS GROWS TO INCLUDE 3,000 STUDENTS Our Musical Explorers program for grades K-2 reached 3,000 students from Omaha and — for the first time — Council Bluffs. Developed by Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute, the program helps teachers incorporate music lessons into their classrooms featuring local artists representing different genres.

MISSION MOMENT

Meet the NHSTA National Nominees Sierra Lancaster and Nathan Bonsall This summer was a dream come true for Sierra Lancaster and Nathan Bonsall. The Nebraska High School Theater Academy students performed on Broadway at the iconic Minskoff Theatre. Every year, we select two outstanding students from NHSTA to represent the state at the Broadway League’s Jimmy® Awards in New York City. Sierra from Millard North High School and Nathan from Kearney High School outperformed more than 50 students for the opportunity. “This was something that I had been working toward for such a long time and I had been wanting it so bad; when it finally happened, it felt like a huge dream come true,” Nathan said. They spent a week learning from Broadway professionals, experiencing Broadway shows and rehearsing for the awards ceremony. “I learned not to compare myself to others,” Sierra said. “As I continue into college and beyond, this is an important lesson that I will keep with me.” Both students are currently pursuing degrees in musical theater. Sierra is attending Boston Conservatory at Berklee, and Nathan is attending Millikin University.

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“Omaha Performing Arts bringing (Disney Musicals in Schools) has changed our whole building and our whole community. I have some amazing actors out there that have really become leaders.” - Amy Fitl, 4th Grade Teacher at Edison Elementary School

Disney Musicals in Schools

Musical Explorers

WE’RE PROUD TO PARTNER WITH THESE NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS: Jazz at Lincoln Center

Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute

Disney Theatrical Group 14

The Broadway League

303,000+

STUDENTS AND ADULTS REACHED IN THE LAST 13 YEARS THROUGH EDUCATION PROGRAMS

NEARLY 1,300 STUDENTS AND ADULTS LEARNED FROM PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS Touring artists led master classes and workshops by providing preprofessional training in dance, jazz, theater and more. Highlights include Davina and the Vagabonds’ session with student jazz musicians, radio host Ira Glass’ workshop with young and aspiring journalists and renowned choreographer Jessica Lang’s class for intermediate and advanced dancers in the community.

STUDENT MATINEE SERIES WELCOMED MORE THAN 12,000 STUDENTS AND TEACHERS More than 12,000 students and teachers attended our 2017/2018 Student Matinee Series, which included performances by Ballet Nebraska, Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, YAMATO the Drummers of Japan and National Geographic Live .

RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S THE KING AND I master class

The crowd enjoying dance lessons before a show at Jazz on the Green

Nebraska in Motion

Rusty Musician Experience

NEBRASKA IN MOTION A dozen dance troupes came together to present original pieces celebrating our state’s 150th Anniversary at the Orpheum Theater.

RUSTY MUSICIAN EXPERIENCE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE OMAHA SYMPHONY 100 community members played side-by-side with Omaha Symphony musicians on the Kiewit Concert Hall stage during an open rehearsal at the Holland Center.

“What a wonderful night of dance... Thank you Omaha Performing Arts for inviting us to be a part of Nebraska in Motion.” - @aetherplough, Instagram 17

“WeBop® was a great way to introduce my daughter to jazz music through play. She looked forward to going every Saturday and learning about new music each week. Even though our class ended months ago, my 2-year-old still asks to ‘listen to Ella’ and ‘listen to Monk’ on a regular basis!” - Sara Cowan, WeBop® parent

Little boy in WeBop® class at the Holland Center

WEBOP® This season, 125 children ages 2-5 and their parents or guardians explored jazz music together in our program developed by Jazz at Lincoln Center. We also offered free off-site classes in partnership with 75 North and Howard Kennedy Elementary and added a free bilingual class at Gomez Elementary School.

HEROES NIGHT AT AN AMERICAN IN PARIS Patrons in the photo booth at Heroes Night at AN AMERICAN IN PARIS

We offered complimentary tickets for more than 200 community members from Blues Star Families, Gold Star Families and TAPS, organizations that support military members and their families. We recognized active military and veterans at the show.

CULTURAL INCLUSION SUMMIT WITH RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S THE KING AND I Guided by themes from the Broadway show, community members across industries participated in professional development sessions exploring topics such as intentional inclusion and multiculturalism in the workplace. 18 18

Student performing at the Jazz Combo Competition

A boy dressed as a pirate for Kids’ Night on Broadway at FINDING NEVERLAND

ARTS ACCESS Through this program we provided 822 free and reduced-price tickets to organizations serving populations who lack access to the arts. ARTS ACCESS PARTNERS: Abide, Autism Society of Nebraska, Bethlehem House, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands, Boys Town (Youth Care Support Services), Boys Town, Center for Holistic Development Inc., Centro Latino of Iowa, Child Saving Institue, Collective for Youth, Council Bluffs Schools Foundation STARS Scholarship Program, Community Learning Center, Completely Kids, Creighton Classic Upward Bound, Creighton Student Support Services, Creighton TRIO Program, Creighton Upward Bound Math & Science Center, Crossroads of Western Iowa, Heartland Family Youth Shelter, I AM Dance, Immanuel Pathways, Iowa Western Community College, Kids Can, Minority Outreach Resource Education (M.O.R.E.), Mosaic, Nebraska Methodist College Upward Bound Program, NorthStar, Partnership 4 Kids, Pear Tree Performing Arts, Start Center for Entrepreneurship, St. Luke United Methodist Church Teen Center, TRAC Re-entry Services, TRACElife (Teen Reach Adventure Camp), VODEC, University of Nebraska Omaha Black Studies and Women & Gender Studies Department

Cast members from RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S THE KING AND I at the Cultural Inclusion Summit

OTHER HIGHLIGHTS: Open Mic Night

Artist residency with Spectrum Dance Theater: A Rap on Race

Kids’ Night on Broadway at FINDING NEVERLAND

Open Mic Night

Artist Residency with Spectrum Dance Theater: A Rap on Race Band Day at the Holland Choir Day at the Holland Jazz Summit at the Holland Jazz Combo Competition

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ORPHEUM 90TH ANNIVERSARY HIGHLIGHTS

Community members snap a selfie in the Loge during the Orpheum 90th Open House

ORPHEUM PROJECTS We closed the venue over the summer to refresh the building before the anniversary season. We made updates to the Tonniges Family Ambassador Room and the Anne Thorne Weaver Lounge. We replaced carpeting, reupholstered seats, repaired the ceiling, installed the Harney Street marquee and made other necessary improvements to enhance your theater experience. Since 2002, Omaha Performing Arts has invested over $20 million into the venue thanks to our generous donors.

ORPHEUM OPEN HOUSE We invited everyone in the community to the Orpheum Open House. More than 1,200 people took tours, viewed artifacts on display and learned about the treasured theater’s history.

ORPHEUM 90TH MASTER CLASS AND CELEBRATION Actor Alex Gemignani and pianist Colin Welford from Chicago’s production of HAMILTON led a Broadway workshop for Nebraska High School Theater Academy students. Later that evening, Gemignani was joined by NHSTA students and children from our Disney Musicals in Schools programs for a performance honoring our donors.

MISSION MOMENT

Sandy Parker Honorary Chair of the Orpheum 90th Annivesary Celebration and member of the Scott Family Sandy Parker and her siblings grew up coming to the Orpheum Theater their parents. OneinofSchools Children with from our Disney Musicals program the Orpheum 90th celebration her perform fondestatmemories is attending The Nutcracker every Christmas. “The Orpheum is the most beautiful theater I have ever been in and is truly a gem to the Omaha community,” Sandy said. We recognized Sandy and the Scott Family during our Orpheum 90th Anniversary Celebration. They’ve been building memories at the beloved venue for decades. Now, Sandy continues to share the tradition by attending Broadway shows at the Orpheum with her daughter-in-law. Sandy and her siblings have also continued their family’s philanthropic support of Omaha Performing Arts and our education programs including Disney Musicals in Schools. “We hope these opportunities will inspire young people who might possibly follow in the footsteps of the generations of artists who have performed on the Orpheum’s stage,” they wrote in a letter. “The arts touch all of us and allow us to come together.”

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Orpheum Theater 90th Open House

Orpheum 90th Celebration

Todd L. and Susan Johnson

Wes and Karen Dixon, Sandy and Dave Parker, Amy Scott, Lori and David Scott

Pat and Richard R. Bell

ORPHEUM

MEMORIES “The very first Broadway show I ever saw was at the Orpheum, with the man I would later marry. We now have season tickets and will celebrate 30 years of marriage this March.” - Pam

Orpheum 90th Open House

“I don’t remember a year I have not been tofrom the Orpheum... Took my Children our Disney Musicals in Schools parents to so many events90th andcelebration feel program perform at the Orpheum like the Orpheum is almost a part of my history.” - Teresa “I saw my very first Broadway musical, Wicked, here back in May 2009. Truly changed my life! I have gotten so much more involved in theatre because of it!” - Samantha “Too many amazing shows to count, but the most unique was the time I was pulled from the crowd by David Copperfield and disappeared from the stage.” -Randy “I had my grade school safety patrol recognition assembly at the grand Orpheum. Since then, I still marvel at the theater... sharing with friends, children and grandkids!” -Stephanie “First date was to see Phantom, and marriage proposal in front of the stage after South Pacific. He even had the ticket stubs from our first date when he proposed there.” - Rachael

Actor Alex Gemignani, from Chicago’s production of HAMILTON, & NHSTA students perform at the Orpheum 90th Celebration

FISCAL YEAR 2017/2018 BY THE NUMBERS

FINDING NEVERLAND at the Orpheum Theater

Omaha Performing Arts 2017/2018 Budget:

$21,832,508

CONTRIBUTED REVENUE*

30%

FUNDRAISING GENERAL & ADMINISTRATION

12%

REVENUE

EARNED REVENUE

70%

EXPENSES

Contributed Revenue:

PROGRAMS

86%

Earned Revenue:

• Individuals

• Ticket sales

• Corporate sponsorships

• Facility rentals

• Foundations

• Special events

• Public funding • Volunteers *Contributed revenue does not include the Orpheum 90th campaign.

FOR TICKET SALES IN THE MIDWEST SOURCE: VENUES TODAY MAGAZINE

47.6 MILLION

ANNUAL ECONOMIC IMPACT

VISITORS FROM OUTSIDE DOUGLAS COUNTY

4 MILLION PEOPLE HAVE VISITED OUR VENUES IN THE LAST 13 YEARS

Nebraska Arts Council Executive Director Suzanne Wise, OPA President Joan H. Squires and Lt. Governor of Nebraska Mike Foley

Omaha Performing Arts receives Governor’s Arts Award for Organizational Achievement The Nebraska Arts Council selected Omaha Performing Arts as a 2018 Governor’s Arts Award honoree for Organizational Achievement. The award recognizes our impact on the community and across the entire state through performances and educational programs such as the Nebraska High School Theater Academy. We are honored to have been selected and are proud to be a vibrant destination for experiencing the arts.

FOR TICKET SALES IN THE MIDWEST† 28

WORLDWIDE IN TICKET SALES FOR THE PAST TWO YEARS* † SOURCE:

VENUES TODAY MAGAZINE

* SOURCE:

POLLSTAR MAGAZINE

EVENTS & AMENITIES 39,741

CALLS ANSWERED BY TICKET OMAHA REPRESENTATIVES WITH AVERAGE CALL TIME OF 3 MINUTES

HEARING LOOP INSTALLED A NEW WIRE-LOOP INSTALLED IN THE FLOOR AT THE ORPHEUM THEATER DELIVERS AMPLIFIED SOUND DIRECTLY TO AUDIENCE MEMBERSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; HEARING AIDS WITHOUT THE NEED OF ADDITIONAL LISTENING EQUIPMENT

90,000+ PEOPLE DINED DURING THE 17/18 SEASON AT OUR VENUES

40,000 PEOPLE ENJOYED CATERING SERVICES

2,800

RESERVATIONS TAKEN FOR ZINC AT THE HOLLAND CENTER

DONORS

Matthew Bailey, Broadway actor Alex Gemignani, Victoria Fontenot and Andy Holland

CIRCLES OF GIVING Directors Circle Amis Family Foundation

The Thomas F. McGowan Family

Benefactors Circle

Karen and Kim Hawkins

Suzanne and Walter Scott Foundation

Anonymous

Bill Kernen

Jack and Judy Baker

Adam and Kathryn Koslosky

Susan and Bill Cutler

Bruce and Gerry Lauritzen

Martha and David Slosburg

Mr. and Mrs. Richard R. Bell

Fellows Circle

Mr. and Mrs. Nathan P. Dodge, Jr.

Clark and Emily Lauritzen

The John K. and Lynne D. Boyer Family Foundation

Mogens and Cindy Bay

Friedland Family Foundation

Kacey and Joe Lempka

Debby Durham Family Foundation

Kathy and Gary Gates

Mr. Frank Matthews

Jennifer Hamann

Dan Hamann

Cynthia Milligan

Fran and Rich Juro

Lee Harlan

Raymond Pape

Mr. and Mrs. Richard W. Kelley

Doug and Vikki Kotil

Carl and Zoe Riekes

Howard and Rhonda Hawks

Mrs. Nancy F. Noddle

Robert and Myrna Krohn

John and Dianne Scott

Scott and Cindy Heider

James and Kathy Simpson

Bobette and Jay Lerner

Del and Phyllis Toebben

Todd L. and Susan Johnson

Omaha Performing Arts Staff

George and Anna Little

Jim and Susan Tracy

Jack and Stephanie Koraleski

Mr. and Mrs. J. William Scott

Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Neary

Dr. and Mrs. Stanley M. Truhlsen

Carl G. and Marilyn Mammel

Nancy and John Webster

Sharee and Murray Newman

Mrs. Christine Vollertsen

Jill and Terry Petersen

Anne and Arnie Weitz

Michael Cassling Family John and Carmen Gottschalk Dr. Amy Haddad and Mr. Steven Martin

Kathryn Weil Simon Mr. and Mrs. Paul G. Smith Joan H. Squires Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth E. Stinson Tonniges Family Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Eric Vacanti Anne Thorne Weaver

Sustainer Anonymous (4) Ms. Heather Adams Frosty and DeEtte Anderson Mr. Jonathan Baker Ed and Bev BurchďŹ eld Mark and Jennifer Cade

Associates Circle

Bruce and Rkachea Carpenter

Anonymous

Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Connolly

Mr. Scott Alexander

Mr. and Mrs. J. Timothy Daugherty

Dr. Matthew and Dr. Margo

Mr. and Mrs. Roy Dinsdale

Appenzeller

Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Eliason

Bob and Judy Bates

Mr. David Wiesman and Ms. Cynthia Epstein

Gary and Kathy Ensz Jeff and Danielle Gordman

Mike Erftmier

Steven Martin and Dr. Amy Haddad

Sustainer cont’d

Supporter

Michael L. Faust

Mr. Vance Taylor

Mr. and Mrs. John L. Adler

Robert Ottemann and Kim Kalkowski

Julie and Lance Fritz

Anonymous (2)

Tom and Jennifer Pansing

Irving and Gail Veitzer

Curt and Beth Greiner

Backer Family Charitable Trust

Dr. Dennis and Jeanne Pestal

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas H. Walker

Mr. Murray D. Backhaus

Ronald and Teri Quinn

Dr. and Mrs. Dennis Weiss

Chad and Katie Bauerly

John and Kitty Ransom

Dr. and Mrs. Michael Zlomke

Sally Bekins and the Bekins Foundation

Mr. and Mrs. Richard Russell

Dr. John and Janis Haggstrom James and Dawn Hammel John and Ibby Hancock Terry and Judy Haney Roger and Sandy Howard Mr. Wood Hull Jim and Diny Landen Elwin and Mary Jane Larson Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Leitner Ms. Jennifer Maassen Mackintosh Charitable Fund Mr. and Mrs. David Morris Larry and Karen Nelsen Mr. and Mrs. Zed Ostenso Mrs. Susan Presler Theresa and Arnold Reeves Dr. Michael Sesemann and Barbara Ruser Danyel and Jonathan Siler Eve Simon Delwin and Vicki Smeal Mr. and Mrs. Robert Swartzbaugh Mr. and Mrs. John Thomsen Bob and Chris Turner

Dr. James and Carole Tremain

Contributor

Michelle and Ryan Clark

Edward and Lida Robinson Charitable Trust

Hal and Mary Daub

Connie Ryan

Anonymous

William and Beverly Donaldson

Molly and Tobin Schropp

Claudia Barthold

Nicole Anderson Ericksen

Jerry and Patricia Schomers

Kelly P. Bartnick

Toni and Art Estes

Jeff and Becky Sharp

Sandra and Robert Bianchi

Dr. and Mrs. Kevin L. Garvin

Dr. Tyrus and Mrs. Jean Soares

Bruce and France Blanchard

Joan L. Gibson and Donald F. Wurster

Drs. Jon and Ann Taylor

Stephen and Lyn Bouma

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Albaum

Joseph and Polly Goecke Mrs. Sharon Grifﬁn Mr. and Mrs. Howard Hahn David and Juliana Hefflinger Cookie and Jerry Hoberman Laura and Jeremy Kendall Mrs. Cecilia Knight Deborah Macdonald Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Miller David and Kathleen Moritz Jack Nelson and Linda Olsen-Nelson

Gordon and Joy Watanabe

Senator and Mrs. E. Benjamin Nelson

Mr. and Mrs. Zachary Weiss

Richard and Joan O’Brien Joseph and Kathryn O’Connor Stephanie O’Keefe Jack and Stephanie Koraleski, Catie Koraleski, Michelle and Dan Koraleski

Contributor cont’d

Molly Junge

Gennean M. Scott

Dr. Douglas and Karen Brouillette

Dr. John and Jennifer King

Sissy Katelman Silber

Bobbie Carlson

Mr. Mike Klug

Robert J. Smith

Ryan and Michelle Clark

Dr. Merlyn Knudson and James Davis

Mr. Robert and Dr. Kimberley A. Stafford

Alyssa and Don Kohler

Paul and Robin Stoupa

Shane and C. David Kotok

Dennis and Sherry Thompson

Steve and Debbie Krambeck

Mr. and Mrs. John H. Thorogood

Dr. Leland F. Lamberty

Dr. Terry Tomcsik

Annette J. LeRoy

Scott and Jennifer Tricker

Dr. M. Patricia Leuschen

Randy and Barbara Tripp

Mr. William Lienemann

Ashley Voorhees

Courtney and Mitch Mattern

Dr. Timothy and Mrs. Mary Wahl

Dr. and Mrs. James E. McGill

Jim and Dian Warren

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry W. Mez

Ronald and Linda Wax

Judy Miller

Gary and Sharon Welna

Linda Miller

Robert and Christine Whitesel

Vaughn and LaNae Minton

Gale and Judy Wickersham

Darin and Paige Mongeon

Natalie Willer

Mr. Jerry M. O’Doherty

Dr. and Mrs. H. Randal Woodward

Mr. and Mrs. William Hanley

Christopher and Kathleen Olson

Mark and Kelli Zieg

Robert and Carolyn Hansen

Mr. Robert L. Otis

Stan and Donna Hanes

Lynn and Jeff Pirruccello

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis C. Hirschbrunner

Ken and Bev Pohlman

William and Kathleen Corcoran Mary Anne Dworak Jodi Epstein Michael and Jill Erman Bill and Deanne Fairfield Korene Erickson Fehringer Terrence and Catherine Ferguson Todd Foje Alan and Terri Gangestad Mr. Jeff Garrison Curt and Jeanne Glasford Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Goecke Michael and Wonda Gottschalk R. Michael and M. Kathlyn Gross Dominic Green and Michael Meriwether

Meg Lauritzen Dodge presenting at the NHSTA Showcase

SPONSORS

Brad and Courtney Dunbar

Cork & Kale

Mutual of Omaha

David and Lori Dvorak

Foodies

Borsheims Fine Jewelry and Gifts

Shane and Gail Graeve

Hook & Lime

Olsson Associates

Scott and Cindy Heider

Jams Old Market

Renaissance Financial

Stacey and Kimberly Hord Tyler and Cindi Horning

Liberty Tavern Monarch Prime & Bar

HONORARY CHAIRS

Greg and Tracy Hoye

NRG Energy Ovations

Past Presenters Presidents

Jack and Stephanie Koraleski

The Flatiron Cafe

Danielle Bunz

Scott and Wendi Kroeger

The Verdict Bar & Grill

Michelle Clark

Terry and Jackie Kroeger

Zinc

Kate Grabill

Brenda Langenberg

Jetton Charitable Fund

Victoria Halgren

Chris and Sarah McGowan

Kimmel Foundation

Jeanie Jones

Matthew and Anne Medlock

Midlands Community Foundation

Cindy LaPier

Daniel and Shirley Neary

New England Foundation for the Arts

Karen Nelsen

Murray and Sharee Newman

Jill Petersen

David and Christine Nikunen

Beth Wilson

Gustavo and Christie Oberto

Peter Kiewit Foundation Richard Brooke Foundation

Wendy Wiseman

The Sherwood Foundation

Jennifer Zatechka

U.S. Bank Foundation

PUBLIC PARTNERS Douglas County Visitor Improvement Fund Nebraska Arts Council Nebraska Cultural Endowment

John Gottschalk presenting at the Orpheum 90th Anniversary gala

Anthony and Andee Scioli Eve Simon Nic and Brenda Smith

EVENT CHAIRS

David and Libby Stiles

Jennifer and Chad Rutar

Ted and Rachel Stricklett

Libby and David Stiles

John and Amy Thomas

Jennifer and Robert Zatechka

Union Pacific Jonathan and Ashley Wegner

PRESENTERS PRESIDENT Gail Graeve

Lindsey Barari

Robert and Michele Zadalis

THANK YOU TO THE GENEROUS DONORS WHO HAVE MADE SIGNIFICANT GIFTS TO THE ORPHEUM 90TH ANNIVERSARY CAMPAIGN AND OTHER MAJOR PROJECTS. John K. and Lynne D. Boyer Family Foundation

THE LEGACY CIRCLE Endowment gifts are invested by the OPAS Foundation, which grants funds to Omaha Performing Arts for facility needs, programs and operations. Gifts to the endowment fund are recognized with a membership in The Legacy Circle.

Anonymous

Richard Brooke Foundation

H. Robert and Marilyn P. Cassling

Cassling Family Foundation

Marianne K. Festersen

Dixon Family Foundation

Carmen and John Gottschalk

Douglas County Visitor Improvement Funds

Richard D. Holland

Sunny Durham Family Foundation

Todd L. and Susan Johnson

Carmen and John Gottschalk Foundation

Fran and Rich Juro

Hamann Family Fund Heider Family Foundation Holland Foundation Iowa West Foundation Todd and Susan Johnson John and Elizabeth Lauritzen Foundation Parker Family Foundation Peter Kiewit Foundation Amy L. Scott Family Foundation The David Scott Foundation Suzanne and Walter Scott Foundation The Sherwood Foundation Slosburg Family Charitable Trust Tonniges Family Foundation Anne Thorne Weaver

Nancy R. Johnson

Helen and Richard Kelley Carl G. Mammel Chad and Jennifer Rutar Martha and David Slosburg

MISSION MOMENT

Meet members of The Legacy Circle Jennifer and Chad Rutar Theater is a family tradition for Jennifer and Chad Rutar. The Omaha natives love bringing their daughters to shows at the Orpheum Theater and Holland Center. “Those are our favorite memories,” Jennifer said. Already members of The Presenters, Chad and Jennifer wanted to further their commitment to building a bright future for the arts in Omaha. So, this year they made a planned gift to Omaha Performing Arts and became members of The Legacy Circle . “I think supporting the arts is important, because the theater has always been a gathering place in the community,” said Jennifer. “It’s a connector, it brings people together.”

The Legacy Circle plays a pivotal role in the future of Omaha Performing Arts. When donors include us in their will or estate plans, it ensures we’re able to continue our mission for generations to come. “Our children are involved, we’re involved,” said Chad. “It’s something where we can pay it forward and share that gift for future generations. It’s an honor to do so.”

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ABOVE LEFT: Gail Graeve, Valarie Finney, Jay Warren-Teamer and Barb Evans at Stage Party. ABOVE RIGHT: OPA President Joan H. Squires, Presenters Stage Party Chairs Jennifer Zatechka, Libby Stiles and Jennifer & Chad Rutar at The Presenters’ Annual Meeting

THE PRESENTERS This season, our volunteer guild welcomed seven new board members and hosted Stage Party in celebration of Broadway’s WAITRESS. The casual event on the Orpheum Theater stage raised $48,000 for Omaha Performing Arts’ Education and Community Engagement programs.

“As a Presenter, I have developed friendships with terrific people who believe, as I do, that now more than ever, we need the arts to remind us and help us connect with the beauty inherent in us as human beings.” – Tracy Hoye, Presenters Member

ABOVE LEFT: 40 Below members with cast and creative members of COME FROM AWAY, Disney’s ALADDIN and Dorrance Dance at the 18/19 Season Reveal. ABOVE RIGHT: 40 Below members enjoying the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble in the 1200 Club.

40 BELOW Our young professionals group celebrated its first anniversary this season. Members helped promote our mission through volunteering at events such as Jazz on the Green, Heartland Pride Festival and the Lindsey Stirling concert. Members connected with artists during Meet and Greets with the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble and Meredith Inglesby and Steve Blanchard from Disney’s THE LITTLE MERMAID.

“Being able to meet other individuals, other young professionals and other young families has been fantastic. Being able to bring my own kids to the events to expose them to the arts has been one of the proudest things I’ve been able to do while being a part of [40 Below].” – Dan Lassek, 40 Below committee member 38

ABOVE: Ambassadors who worked more than 40 events in 2017/2018 with OPA President Joan H. Squires, Front of House Manager Joni Fuchs and OPA board member Richard R. Bell at Ambassador Appreciation Night.

THE AMBASSADORS MORE THAN

460 VOLUNTEERS

46,758 HOURS VOLUNTEERED

514,338

VALUE OF VOLUNTEER TIME

ADMINISTRATION Executive

Patron Services and Ticket Omaha

Programming and Education

Joan H. Squires, President

Ashley Voorhees, Director of Patron Services

Andrea Purdy, Executive Assistant

Kevin Nelson, Associate Director of Patron Services

Laura Kendall, Vice President of Programming and Education

Stephen B. Martin, Ticketing Systems Manager

Charlie Fox, Booking Manager

Development

Joni Fuchs, Front of House Manager

Elly Whaley, Performance Booking Manager

Sabrina Weiss, Vice President of Development

Cydnea Hoff, Patron Services Manager

Kathleen Lawler Hustead, Education Manager

Alyssa Kohler, Associate Director of Development

Anneliese Henning, Front of House Coordinator

Dominic Green, Community Engagement Manager

Victoria McGiffin, Donor Relations Manager

Echelle Childers, Patron Services Team Leader

Malakhi Eason, Programming Coordinator

Molly Junge, Development Projects Assistant Manager

Danielle Cleveland, Patron Services Representative

Bill Grennan, Assistant Education Manager

Lou Farmer, Patron Services Representative

Taylor Wyatt, Community Engagement Assistant

Arnold Reeves, Senior Vice President and CFO

Facilities and Operations

Holland Center House Crew

Gennean Scott, Director of Human Resources

Matt Lentell, Director of Operations

Jake Saner, Carpenter

Jennifer Tritz, Employee Relations Specialist

Ryan Murray, Production Manager

Anne Scheer, Electrician

Alyssa Stieren, Director of Finance

Jeff Brown, Assistant Production Manager

Ezekiel Metcalf, Audio Engineer

Steven Mohr, Controller

Michael TriďŹ llis, Assistant Production Manager

Brian Burns, Controller

Caitlin Knopik, Event Manager

Orpheum Theater House Crew

Tina Shogrin, Accounting Specialist

Amber Green, Assistant Event Manager

Al Dusek, Carpenter

Ricardo Berry, Director of Information Services

Connie Powell, Housekeeping/Event Conversion Manager

Collie MacCardell, Electrician

Kevin Carlson, Systems Administrator

Ken Jordan, Facilities Supervisor

Don Adcock, Audio Engineer

Curt Glasford, Systems and Web Applications Developer

Chris Chamberlin, HVAC Facilities Technician

Casey Wood, IT Support Specialist

Dave Covin, Facilities Technician I

Cynthia Vanek, OfďŹ ce Coordinator

Juana Alvarado-Salvador, Facilities Technician I

and Orpheum Theater - Guckenheimer

W. Scott McCloud, Housekeeping/Event Conversion Lead

Emily King, General Manager

Madeline Elsear, Housekeeping/Event Conversion

Diana Browder, Executive Chef

Finance and Administration

Marketing and Public Relations

Robert Smith, Housekeeping/Event Conversion

Rosalee Roberts, Institutional Public Relations Director

Craig Johnson, Housekeeping/Event Conversion

Kelly Bartnick, Associate Public Relations Director

Monica Saavedra, Housekeeping/Event Conversion

Emily Peklo, Marketing Manager

Persha Cooper, Housekeeping/Event Conversion

Lee Turkovich, Digital Specialist Kelli Zieg, Marketing Project Manager Suzanne Diefenbaugh, Creative Designer Courtney Mattern, Communications Coordinator Gabriella Roenfeld, Marketing Coordinator Ryan Rhodes, Corporate & Group Sales Representative Isaac Neiman, Marketing and Communications Assistant

Event Lead

Danyel Siler, Vice President of Marketing and Communications

Exclusive Food Service Provider for the Holland Center

Joejoe Hermsen, Food and Beverage Manager Chuck Shanahan, Guest Services Manager

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