Centerstage 2015/2016 by Providence Performing Arts Center

THE 2015/2016 PROGRAM BOOK OF PROVIDENCE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

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MESSAGE FROM

THE CHAIRMAN Welcome to the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC)’s 2015/2016 season! “Surround Yourself with Broadway Sounds” as PPAC hosts an astounding 13 weeks of Broadway shows in the upcoming season. NEWSIES, MOTOWN THE MUSICAL and IF/ THEN are coming to PPAC for the first time. PPAC is also launching the national tour of the Sam Mendes/Rob Marshall production of the critically acclaimed CABARET. If that were not enough, the irreverent Tony® Award-winning THE BOOK OF MORMON and perennial fan favorite JERSEY BOYS return as one-week special engagements. THE PRODUCERS is a special treat for audience members on Halloween this season. With the support of our loyal patrons, donors, underwriters, and sponsors, PPAC undertook a number of capital improvement projects this year. We replaced the carpeting throughout the entire Theatre with an accurate reproduction from a fragment of the original carpet installed in 1928. PPAC also refurbished the Richmond Street façade with window replacement, exterior painting, and terra cotta restoration. Our Community Outreach Initiative continues to provide free or low cost programs to individuals who would otherwise be unable to experience the magic of live theatre. We would like to thank Textron for 15 years of continuous support of our ARTS Scholarships Program, which awarded 30 scholarships this year to underprivileged students statewide. To date, almost 500 scholarships have been awarded to Rhode Island students, making it possible for them to attend summer arts programs. Camp Broadway® is a week-long theatre arts program connecting professional artists with students ages 10-17 who are interested in the performing arts. In partnership with The Robert F. Stoico/FIRSTFED Charitable Foundation, ten scholarships were granted to children so they can pursue their interests and develop their artistic talents. FIRSTFED also sponsors From Books to Broadway, a partnership between PPAC and Rhode Island schools designed to expose students to the magic of Broadway performances with a chance to “meet and greet” cast members. PPAC’s Bank of America Arts Showcase brings Rhode Island middle school students, teachers and artists together, embodying the true spirit of a community arts program. Each year, approximately 10,000 middle school students attend live performances of dance, music, or theatre at PPAC during regular school hours, creating a lasting educational experience that goes beyond the walls of a classroom. On behalf of the Board of Directors, I thank you for your continued patronage and support of our presentations and programs. Your attendance and support is vital to PPAC and our community! For more information on PPAC and our Community Outreach Initiative, please visit our website at www.ppacri.org. I look forward to seeing you for another exciting season at PPAC!

Joseph W. Walsh, Esq. Chairman, Board of Directors

PPAC THEATRE

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PPAC ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE, PPAC SQUARE, 220 WEYBOSSET STREET, PROVIDENCE, RI 02903 CALL: (401) 421-2997, ext. 0 EMAIL: info@ppacri.org HOURS: Monday – Friday, 9A - 6P

PPAC BOX OFFICE, PPAC SQUARE, 220 WEYBOSSET STREET, PROVIDENCE, RI 02903 CALL: (401) 421-ARTS (2787) www.ppacri.org HOURS: Monday – Friday, 10A – 5P; Saturday, 10A – 2P and two hours prior to curtain times on performance days. HOUSE MANAGERS are stationed at the House Manager’s Desk on the Orchestra Level in the Grand Lobby. CAMERAS & OTHER RECORDING DEVICES are not allowed in the Theatre. Taking photos or recordings of live performances is strictly prohibited; you may be asked to relinquish your mobile/electronic device. CELL PHONES & PAGERS: Please turn off your cell phones and pagers for the duration of the performance.

COVER PHOTO CREDITS From top left to bottom right: Artwork courtesy of THE SOUND OF MUSIC; Photo from BULLETS OVER BROADWAY by Matthew Murphy; Original company, North American Tour of NEWSIES. ©Disney. Photo by Deen van Meer; Photo from RAGTIME; Photo from THE PRODUCERS, Credit: (c) VBW / Oliver Hadji; Allison Semmes as Diana Ross, Julius Thomas III as Berry Gordy. MOTOWN THE MUSICAL First National Tour. (C) Joan Marcus, 2015. Motown® is a registered trademark of UMG Recordings, Inc.; (L to R) Trista Moldovan and Kailtlyn Davidson from the IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS 2014 National Tour, Photo by Kevin White; Photo from JERSEY BOYS. (L to R) Keith Hines, Matthew Dailey, Aaron De Jesus and Drew Seeley. Photo by Jeremy Daniel; Issie Swickle as Annie and Sunny as Sandy in “Tomorrow” © JOAN MARCUS; Artwork courtesy of IF/THEN; 2015 Broadway cast of Roundabout Theatre Company’s CABARET. Photo by Joan Marcus. Main Image: Photo from PIPPIN Japan Tour 2015, Photo by Shinobu Ikazaki.

CHILD POLICY: Children under the age of six may NOT attend PPAC performances unless the production is designated as a Family Show. We advise you to use parental discretion for all productions in our season. DELAYED ARRIVALS: Please be sure to leave adequate time for travel and parking so you may be in your seat before curtain time. Touring shows mandate that we hold latecomers in the Lobby until an appropriate moment in the performance before seating them (sometimes as long as 20 minutes) in order to minimize disruption to other audience members. EMERGENCY INFORMATION: The Theatre emergency number is (401) 421-2997. Before coming to the Theatre, please inform someone of your exact seat location, so you may be located quickly in the case of an emergency. ELEVATOR: The elevator is located on the first floor across from the Grand Lobby and adjacent to the Lobby Lounge. The elevator provides access to the Mezzanine, and First and Second Balconies. ACCESSIBILITY SERVICES/RESTROOMS: The Arcade, Grand Lobby, Orchestra Level, Mezzanine, and First and Second Balconies are fully accessible from Weybosset Street. Please notify the Box Office in advance of any physical limitations that may restrict seating assignments. First floor restrooms, telephone, and water fountain are fully accessible; restrooms off of the walkway behind First Dress seating are also fully accessible. Ushers are available to assist patrons. Please ask for additional assistance at the House Manager’s Desk in the Grand Lobby. ASSISTIVE LISTENING DEVICES are available on a firstcome, first-served basis in the Grand Lobby across from Aisle 5’s entrance. A driver’s license or credit card will be requested as a deposit.

SIGN INTERPRETATION for Saturday 2P Broadway Series shows and other performances is available upon request; for details, please call the Box Office at (401) 421-ARTS (2787). ATM: An ATM is located in the Arcade adjacent to the Box Office window. OUTSIDE FOOD/BEVERAGES are not allowed in the Theatre. CONCESSIONS are available in the Arcade, the Grand Lobby, and on the Mezzanine Level; patrons may bring concessions into the Theatre. PAYPHONE: A payphone is located on the first floor adjacent to the Grand Lobby near the Richmond Street entrance. SMOKING: PPAC is a smoke-free facility. Patrons who wish to smoke may do so outside under the Marquee at scheduled intermissions. The use of E-Cigarettes is also not permitted inside the Theatre. LOST AND FOUND: Patrons who lose personal belongings while attending a performance may make all inquiries and claims with the PPAC Administrative Office at (401) 421-2997, ext. 0, Monday through Friday, 9A to 6P. BE SAFE, BE SMART: PPAC is your ONLY trusted source for tickets to a PPAC/The VETS show. For additional information, visit www.ppacri.org or www.thevetsri.com GIFT CARDS are available for purchase in any denomination at the Box Office window, by phone, or online. Gift Card sleeves include special pre- and post-show offerings from Gracie’s Restaurant, located in downtown Providence. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION: PPAC subscriptions may be purchased by calling the Box Office at (401) 421-ARTS (2787) or Sharon Corcoran in Direct Response at (401) 574-3136. INDIVIDUAL TICKETS are available for purchase by phone, at the Box Office window in the Theatre’s Arcade, or online at www.ppacri.org – all major credit cards are accepted. GROUP SALES: Group discounts are usually available for groups of 15 or more for shows in the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series and Encore Series, Broadway Specials, and Contemporary Specials. Discounted admission is available for groups of 10 or more for Family Shows. For more information and to book your group orders, please contact Group Sales Representative Paul Hiatt at phiatt@ppacri.org or (401) 574-3162.

SUGGESTED THEATRE

ETIQUETTE

Most of the following suggestions are based on comments from our patrons. We hope that you take these into consideration so that everyone may enjoy the show in comfort! Thank you for your patronage! • Please turn off all cell phones, pagers, and other electronic devices; please note, taking photos or recordings of the performance is prohibited. • Please remove your hat so patrons sitting behind you can see. • Please limit the use of heavy perfumes or colognes – others around you may be sensitive or have allergies. • Please refrain from eating loud snacks during the performance. Unwrap cough drops and candies in advance. • If you need to leave your seat during the show, please do so as quietly as possible.

• So that all may enjoy the show, please refrain from talking during the performance. • Please be kind and remain seated until after the cast bows. The performers work extremely hard to make each performance special. It would be greatly appreciated if you shared your enthusiasm! • If any problem should arise before or during the performance, please ask one of the Ushers to see the House Manager or the Assistant House Manager in the Grand Lobby; someone will assist you promptly.

If you have any other suggestions and/or comments, we’d like to hear from you. Administrative Office: (401) 421-2997, ext. 0 or email info@ppacri.org

BOARD OF

DIRECTORS O F F IC ERS Joseph W. Walsh, Esq., Chairman Mark T. Ryan, Esq., First Vice Chairman Thomas A. Tanury, Second Vice Chairman Ellen Barnes, Secretary J. Joseph Kruse, Treasurer Richard L. Bready Gabriella DiGiacinto Caprio Darren Corrente, Esq. Jason M. DaPonte Guillaume de Ramel Richard E. DiChiaro The Hon. Jorge O. Elorza (Ex-Officio) Thomas P. Fay Gary E. Furtado Ari Gabinet Jay Howell Lowell W. Kinch The Hon. James R. Langevin (Ex-Officio) Cynthia Laughlin

Barbara S. Lavine E. Robert Lupone Paul A. MacDonald Robin L. Main, Esq. Lori Merolla Terrence P. Moran George H. Nee The Honorable Joseph R. Paolino, Jr. Gary M. Penfield Lawrence E. Purtill Jo-Ann Ragosta The Hon. Gina M. Raimondo (Ex-Officio) The Hon. Jack Reed (Ex-Officio)

Thomas J. Rossi David Salit Stephen Shechtman, Esq. Robert Stoico Donald R. Sweitzer Zeno Trabucchi Gregory Troy Susan Weiner Stanley Weiss John Hazen White, Jr. William A. White William K. Wray

DIREC TO R REP R E S E N TAT I V E S Theresa M. Agonia (The Honorable Jorge O. Elorza) Seth Klaiman (The Honorable James R. Langevin) Stephen Neuman (The Honorable Gina Raimondo) Raymond Simone (The Honorable Jack Reed) Benjamin C. White (John Hazen White, Jr.) THIS LISTING IS CURRENT AS OF FALL 2015.

The Providence Performing Arts Center (“PPAC”) is a Rhode Island non-business corporation organized by the following: Citizens Bank, Fleet National Bank of Rhode Island, Old Stone Bank, Outlet Company, Providence Journal Company, Rhode Island Hospital Trust National Bank, and Textron, Inc. The affairs of PPAC are administered by a Board of Directors, and representatives of the founders who, together with the Governor of Rhode Island and the Mayor of Providence, presently serve as members of the Board. None of the founders has an ownership in any of the assets of PPAC. In 1978 PPAC was purchased and continues to hold title to the Providence Performing Arts Center theatre, which PPAC maintains as a center for the performing arts. Under PPAC’s articles of association, no part of the earnings of the corporation may be paid to its members, the Board of Directors, the officers or any other private persons. If the existence of PPAC should terminate for any reason, its net assets would be distributed exclusively to one or more charitable or educational institutions accorded tax exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code.

MESSAGE FROM

THE PRESIDENT It’s time to Surround Yourself with Broadway Sounds! Welcome to our 2015/2016 Broadway Season, featuring the Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series and the Encore Series. We are grateful to the Taco/White Family Foundation for their continuing sponsorship of our Broadway Series through the 2016/2017 Season. We would like to thank season media sponsor WPRI 12 and Encore Series media sponsor Cox Communications for their longtime support. The Taco/White Family Foundation Broadway Series kicks off with the spirited Disney’s NEWSIES. MOTOWN THE MUSICAL has inspired theatregoers around the world with its sensational soundtrack and story. IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS will enchant and uplift everyone this holiday season. The National Tour of Roundabout Theatre Company’s CABARET launches at PPAC in January; this musical is the twelfth National Tour that has opened at PPAC since September of 2008. The 2013 Tony® Award winner for Best Revival, PIPPIN will astonish and amaze audiences in February. An all-new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC visits PPAC in celebration of the iconic film’s 50th Anniversary. IF/THEN, a contemporary, “deeply moving” musical about the possible paths we choose in life, closes our Broadway Season in June. The 2015/2016 Encore Series includes return engagements of the heartwarming classic, ANNIE and the compelling RAGTIME. BULLETS OVER BROADWAY will make its Providence debut in the spring. The Broadway Season also features three Broadway Specials. THE PRODUCERS returns to PPAC for one night only this Halloween; this uproarious comedy holds the record for the most Tony® Awards won by a musical. THE BOOK OF MORMON, the smash hit show from the creators of South Park, makes its highlyanticipated return to Providence this November. JERSEY BOYS tells the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and has proven to be an enduring success on Broadway and on the road. On behalf of myself and the staff here at PPAC, thank you for making the Theatre a part of your cultural life and for supporting the arts in our community. We hope you enjoy our season of “beautiful Broadway sounds!”

J.L. “Lynn” Singleton President, Providence Performing Arts Center 10

MESSAGE FROM

OUR SPONSOR Dear PPAC Friend & Patron, The 2015/2016 Season is here and it promises to entertain and delight PPAC audiences in a way that only live theatre can. Nothing is so exciting as the anticipation that stirs when the lights go down and the curtains part on another Taco/ White Family Foundation Broadway Series production. This season’s Broadway Series features Tony® Award-winning musicals like Disney’s NEWSIES and PIPPIN, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, the National Tour launch of Roundabout Theatre Company’s CABARET, MOTOWN THE MUSICAL, IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS for the holidays, and the contemporary IF/THEN to close the Series. There’s something for everyone in this season’s offerings, so on behalf of your neighbors at Taco, sit back and enjoy!

John Hazen White, Jr. CEO & Chairman of the Board, Taco, Inc. Cranston, RI & Fall River, MA

ADMINISTRATIVE

STAFF

J.L. “LYNN” SINGLETON President

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORS ALAN J. CHILLE General Manager

NORBERT H. MONGEON, JR.

P.J. PROKOP

DONNA L. SANTOS

Director of Finance & Programming

Director of Marketing

Director of Ticketing

KELLY MILUKAS

CHRISTOPHER J. MYERS

CYNTHIA A. GOLDSMITH

Director of Concerts

Director of Information Systems

Director of Special Projects/ Assistant to the President

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT ROSEMARY A. SIENKO-KOEHLER

INEZ M. BUSH

Office Manager

Receptionist/Lost & Found Recovery

AMANDA BONAFINE

MICHAEL CECI

Booking Manager

Programming Assistant

ELIZABETH RAINONE

ANTHONY MYLERS

CLAUDIA ZOMPA

Administrative Assistant to the General Manager

IT Assistant/SharePoint Administrator

Development Coordinator

ELIZABETH BENEDETTI

SHARON CORCORAN

PAUL HIATT

Senior Marketing Assistant

Direct Response A.E.

Group Sales Representative

MARKETING

CAITLYN DIPOMPO

MATTHEW PACIFIC

LEAH FELLMAN

CAYLA DISANO

Marketing Projects Specialist

Digital Media Specialist

Marketing Assistant

Marketing Intern

BOX OFFICE STEPHANIE SANTOS

TARA EDWARDS

Box Office Manager

Box Office Supervisor/ The VETS Box Office Manager

RICHARD DEFILIPPO

KELLY PRUDENT

BETSY RINALDI

JESSICA PETERS

Box Office Supervisor

FINANCE & HUMAN RESOURCES

JUDY FERREIRA

KEITH J. LABRECQUE

HEATHER M. BIZON

LINDA HADDOCK

Controller

Senior Accountant

Accountant

Human Resources Coordinator

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OPERATIONS/HOUSE NICK BERARDINELLI

BETSY MENDERS

Operations Manager

Events Manager

MATTHEW PAWLIK

DAVID LUONGO

Concessions Manager

Director of Security

BRUCE INGHAM

BOB ARMOUR

STEPHANIE M. PAUL

House Manager

Assistant House Manager

President’s Club Liaison

BACKSTAGE TODD SNOW Technical Director

BILL BRACKETT, III

STEVE SIECZKIEWICZ

House Carpenter

House Electrician

DAVID ALLEN

PETER VECCHIO

House Sound Engineer

Business Agent and Head Props

CENTERSTAGE STAFF

CenterStage is the Season Program Book produced by the Providence Performing Arts Center. PROJECT MANAGER/EDITOR P.J. Prokop ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVE Sharon Corcoran CONTENT MANAGER Caitlyn DiPompo GRAPHIC DESIGNER Lindsay Letourneau, Falcone Communications & Design PRINTER RR Donnelley For information on spot advertising in CenterStage 2015/2016 or for information about season advertising for 2016/2017, contact Sharon Corcoran at (401) 574-3136. For information on marketing sponsorships or other advertising opportunities, contact P.J. Prokop at (401) 574-3103.

BROADWAY BUZZ

Stay informed about the latest theatre news and read the Broadway Buzz at www.ppacri.org. You can also conveniently visit our CenterStage advertisers’ websites from the Buzz page.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL LISTINGS AND CALENDAR INFORMATION ARE CURRENT AS OF OUR FALL 2015 PRINTING.

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Broaden Your Broadway Knowledge! PPAC’s new website, at www.ppacri.org, with its clean, sleek, and modern layout, is ready for anything. Compatible with all devices, it is now even easier to explore our website and purchase tickets. Sign up for PPAC’s e-newsletter ShowTimes Online right from the homepage to stay better connected to PPAC year-round. The new website features easy connection to @ProvPacRI on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook where you can check out the photo and video updates of each show during the season! Our Broadway Buzz page keeps you up-to-date and in the know about all the latest Broadway news. You can also connect with our CenterStage advertisers’ websites via the Broadway Buzz page. PPAC also has a FREE mobile app available for iPhone and Droid devices. Be sure to get it from the App Store or Google Play to guarantee PPAC is always at your fingertips. keep

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GLANCE www.ppacri.org facebook.com/ProvPacRI twitter.com/ProvPacRI instagram.com/provpacri youtube.com/PPACRI Broadway Series Encore Series Family Shows Specials All dates, programs, and artists are subject to change without notice; for updates, visit www.ppacri.org

Dance Specials Shows at The VETS

OCTOBER Disney’s NEWSIES OCTOBER 20 – 25

At The VETS: C.S. Lewis: The Screwtape Letters WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28 AT 8P

At The VETS: Last Comic Standing THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 AT 7:30P

The Producers SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31 AT 8P

NOVEMBER Motown The Musical NOVEMBER 3 – 8

At The VETS: Mavis Staples & Joan Osborne SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 AT 7P

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Under the auspices of Professional Facilities Management (PFM) and the Rhode Island Convention Center Authority (RICCA), The VETS has experienced a remarkable revitalization period and has proven itself as a state-of-the-art concert hall. The venue has presented a wide range of artistic performers and productions in recent years, including opera singer Renée Fleming, jazz musician Chris Botti, actor and writer Chazz Palminteri in A Bronx Tale, comedian Eddie Izzard, and Stephen King’s and John Mellencamp’s musical Ghost Brothers of Darkland County.

Photo credit: Stephanie Izzo

THE VETS

The VETS is the home of six Resident Companies: FirstWorks, the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra & Music School, Festival Ballet Providence, the Rhode Island International Film Festival, and the Art League of Rhode Island. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been hailed as an example of magnificent interior design and acoustical excellence. Visit www.thevetsri.com to learn more about the venue and for a complete season listing.

VENUE INFORMATION The VETS // One Avenue of the Arts // Providence, RI 02903 // Admin: (401) 222-1467

PPAC/THE VETS BOX OFFICE INFORMATION CALL: (401) 421-ARTS (2787) // ONLINE: www.thevetsri.com // The VETS on-site BOX OFFICE (One Avenue of the Arts in downtown Providence) will only be open on performance days; hours vary, please call (401) 421-ARTS (2787) in advance for times.

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Dan Schwartz,

Doreen Vitale,

Todd Snow,

Tara Edwards,

Michael Gravison,

David Luongo,

Pat Lynch,

Mikaela Miranda,

Matthew Pawlik,

General Manager Box Office Manager House Manager

Office Manager

Marketing Director Receptionist

Technical Director

managed facility

Director of Security Concessions Manager

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Shaping Sound Dance Company THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 AT 7:30P

An Evening with Bill Maher SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15 AT 7P

The Book of Mormon NOVEMBER 17 – 22

At The VETS: Disney Live! Three Classic Fairy Tales NOVEMBER 21 – 22

DECEMBER PPAC’s/The VETS’ Holiday Sale SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 AT 10A

Tedeschi Trucks Band SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 AT 8P

At The VETS: Matisyahu SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 AT 8P

2015 Holiday Pops Tour: Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 AT 2:30P

Irving Berlin’s White Christmas DECEMBER 8 – 13

At The VETS: Peppa Pig Live! Peppa Pig’s Big Splash THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18 AT 6P

Festival Ballet Providence’s The Nutcracker DECEMBER 18 – 20

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Fresh. Local. Exceptional.

At The VETS: Salute to Vienna SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27 AT 2P

Annie DECEMBER 29 – JANUARY 3

JANUARY Roundabout Theatre Company’s Cabaret NATIONAL TOUR LAUNCHES IN PROVIDENCE! JANUARY 26 – 31

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Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14 AT 7P

At The VETS: Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live! FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 AT 2P & 6P

Pippin FEBRUARY 16 – 21

MARCH The Sound of Music MARCH 9 – 13

Macy’s Family Night at The Sound of Music THURSDAY, MARCH 10 AT 7:30P

APRIL Sesame Street Live “Let’s Dance!” APRIL 1 – 3 32

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Ragtime APRIL 8 – 10

At The VETS: Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood SATURDAY, APRIL 16 AT 8P

Alton Brown Live: Eat Your Science

SATURDAY, APRIL 23 AT 8P

Jersey Boys

APRIL 26 – MAY 1

MAY/JUNE At The VETS: Richard Nader’s Doo Wop and Rock & Roll All Stars SATURDAY, MAY 14

Carol Burnett

SUNDAY, MAY 22 AT 4P

Bullets Over Broadway MAY 31 – JUNE 5

If/Then

JUNE 14 – 19

PPAC is your only trusted source for tickets to a PPAC / The VETS performance. You can purchase tickets to these shows at the PPAC Box Office window (located in the Theatre’s Arcade), online at www.ppacri.org, or by phone at (401) 421-ARTS (2787). The VETS on-site Box Office (One Avenue of the Arts in downtown Providence) will only be open on performance days.

ANNUAL

SUPPORT THE

2016 ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN Want to see your name in this program book next year and earn other valuable benefits? If so, simply complete and return the form below to show your support for PPAC’s Community Outreach Initiative!

The Providence Performing Arts Center dedicates 100% of its proceeds from the Annual Fund Campaign towards our Community Outreach Initiative. This Initiative allows PPAC to create, produce, and present programs and activities that make the Theatre accessible to a wider range of people, especially young audiences and artists. Our free or low cost tickets to these events are often the one opportunity many people will have to experience the joy of Theatre. It is only with the help of our donors that we are able to offer these valuable theatre experiences to the entire community:

BIG DREAMS begin with

Lead Sponsor: The Robert F. Stoico / FIRSTFED Charitable Foundation

B R O A D WAY SEATS FOR SERVICE MEMBERS

WONDERS OF THE WURLITZER THEATRE CONCERT SERIES

I/We would like to donate $______________________to the PPAC 2016 Annual Fund. I/We would like to pay by: q Check enclosed made payable to PPAC q American Express q Discover q MasterCard q Visa Card Number ______________________________________________________________ Expiration Date ___________________ CVV __________ I am employed by _____________________________ which will match my gift to PPAC. Check with your employer to see if your gift qualifies for matching funds. If so, the value of your gift could be DOUBLED! q My matching gift form is enclosed. q My matching gift form will be sent with my final payment. Name (as it should appear in publications)__________________________________________ Contact Person (if different from above)___________________________________________ Address____________________________________________________________________ City______________________________________ State ________ Zip Code____________ Home Phone___________________________Work Phone___________________________ Email Address_______________________________________________________________ q I would like to remain anonymous for my gift; please list me as such. q I waive all valued benefits, allowing me to claim 100% of my donation as a charitable gift.

ATTENTION UNITED WAY DONORS! Please consider earmarking a portion of your United Way contribution to PPAC’s Annual Fund Campaign. Simply include PPAC on your United Way pledge form.

Please complete the above form and return it with your donation to: PROVIDENCE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER PPAC Square Attn: Development Office 220 Weybosset Street, Providence, RI 02903 Or fax this completed form to: (401) 421-5767

For more information about PPAC’s Community Outreach Initiative and our Annual Fund donor levels and benefits, please visit our website at www.ppacri.org or contact the Development Office at donors@ppacri.org or (401) 421-2997.

FUND 2015 ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN FOR COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Each year, the Providence Performing Arts Center is faced with the challenge of raising enough funds to offset the cost of producing and presenting the valuable programs we offer as part of our Community Outreach Initiative. The Annual Fund is the vehicle that makes that possible. Annual Fund proceeds also help fund the development of new programs that specifically serve the needs of artists and audiences of demographic, ethnic, cultural, social, and professional diversity. A special THANK YOU goes to our Community Outreach Program underwriters who have made significant Annual Fund contributions designated to one or more specific outreach initiatives.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM UNDERWRITERS Bank of America Mr. & Mrs. Raymond J. Bolster II Coastway Community Bank Dimeo Construction Company Thomas & Colette Fay Johnson & Wales University Macy’s MetLife Auto & Home National Grid Navigant Credit Union New England Laborer’s Health & Safety Fund New England Laborer’s Labor Management Cooperation Trust Nordstrom Nortek, Inc. The Providence Journal Charitable Legacy Fund Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems Rhode Island Commodores Rhode Island State Council on the Arts The Robert F. Stoico/FIRSTFED Charitable Foundation Taco/White Family Foundation TD Charitable Foundation Textron, Inc.

PPAC also wishes to acknowledge the following organizations who generously matched their employees’ donations to our Annual Fund:

MATCHING GIFT CORPORATIONS Bank of America Liberty Mutual Markel Corporation

Providence Performing Arts Center recognizes and sincerely thanks the following who generously donated to the Theatre’s 2015 Annual Fund for Community Outreach:

CHAIRMAN ($5,000 +) Kathy & Ted Ashton Bank of America The de Ramel Foundation Jill & Larry Goldstein Les Keats Mr. & Mrs. Jerrold L. Lavine Macy’s Marcum LLP

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ANNUAL

FUND CONTINUED FROM PAGE 37 MetLife Auto & Home Mr. & Mrs. Terrence P. Moran National Grid Navigant Credit Union New England Laborers’ Health & Safety Fund New England Laborers’ Labor Management Cooperation Trust Nordstrom Nortek, Inc. The Providence Journal Charitable Legacy Fund Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems Rhode Island Commodores The Robert F. Stoico/FIRSTFED Charitable Foundation TD Charitable Foundation Textron, Inc.

PRODUCER ($2,500 - $4,999) Ellen Barnes Rhonda Berchuck & Kat Katrouzos BETA Group, Inc. Collette Travel Cross Insurance Company Mr. Ari Gabinet & Dr. Christina Paxson Ellen & David Galkin Mrs. Jocelin Hamblett Johnson & Wales University Lowell & Karen Kinch Cindy Laughlin & Betty Laughlin Diane & Mark Marini Maron Construction Co., Inc. Candy & Frank McNally Joseph L. Migliori, M.D. Deborah & Richard Miller Bill & Pam Morgan Eve Procaccianti Rhode Island State Council on the Arts Shechtman, Halperin & Savage, LLP Maggie & Jack Skenyon Souto Family Verrill Dana LLP Ginette & Joe Walsh Ms. Marilyn Walsh Susan & Mark Weiner Emeline Whealton Mr. & Mrs. John Hazen White, Jr. William A. White Bill & Nancy Wray

DIRECTOR ($1,000 - $2,499) Anonymous (1) Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. Timothy & Mora Babineau Dr. Peter & Silvia Baziotis Mr. & Mrs. Raymond J. Bolster II Mr. & Mrs. Mark Brice Mr. & Mrs. Stephen J. Burlone Robert & Janine Calise Frank & Beverly Cardoza Chestnut Hill Realty Corporation Jason & Stephanie DaPonte Ronn & Lisa David Mr. & Mrs. John DeCubellis Richard J. & Carol A. DeRienzo Diane Lopes Income Tax & Accounting Service Richard E. DiChiaro Dimeo Construction Company DiSanto Priest & Co. David & Cindy Donald Robert & Diana Donovan

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PPAC

THEATRE HISTORY

Photo of PPAC courtesy of ROBERT EMERSON

The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) presents a full roster of touring Broadway theatricals and contemporary engagements. PPAC has been the theatre of choice in recent years for opening a total of twelve National Tours, including the North American tour launch of Roundabout Theatre Company’s CABARET this 2015/2016 Season. PPAC is a 3100 seat venue listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a Rhode Island icon. We have been recognized as a “Best of Rhode Island All Star” in Rhode Island Monthly’s “Best of Rhode Island®” issue. PPAC has also earned international acclaim; Pollstar identified PPAC as one of the “Top Venues in the World” in 2012. The Theatre has been fully renovated and is continuously being updated to retain its status as a worldclass, state-of-the-art venue. PPAC celebrates its 87th birthday this season; the Theatre originally opened on October 6, 1928 as the Loew’s State Theatre Movie Palace, and was designed by esteemed Chicago theatre architects George and C.W. Rapp. The awe-inspiring Theatre features columns of imported marble, lavish interior, exquisite gold leaf plasterwork, grand proscenium, and flawless structural integrity. After several decades of sustained success, the Theatre’s attendance declined mid-century with the rise of television’s popularity. The Theatre endured mounting economic hardships and suffered significant damage from the calamitous hurricanes of 1939 and 1954. As a result of these challenges, the Theatre faced demolition in the 1970s. Fortunately, in 1978, the Theatre was saved from demolition and was purchased by founding members Citizens Bank, Fleet National Bank of Rhode Island, Old Stone Bank, Outlet Company, Providence Journal Company, Rhode Island Hospital Trust National Bank, and Textron, Inc., and became a private non-profit corporation. The Theatre acquired the permanent name of the Providence Performing Arts Center in 1982 and has lived on to become one of the most highly-renowned theatres in the nation. The Theatre has earned a special place in Rhode Island history as a beloved, historic landmark while remaining a vital contributor to the City’s economic and cultural growth.

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P R E S I D E N T’S

Club

MEMBER BENEFITS

PRESIDENTS CLUB

As a President’s Club Member, you will have access to the best VIP seats for PPAC performances and enjoy first class amenities to enhance your entertainment experience. Benefits include:

• Access to reserved VIP premium tickets • VIP reserved parking

Imagine experiencing the biggest shows in the biggest way. Our President’s Club VIP Program brings the excitement of PPAC to another level. With top notch amenities, PPAC’s elegant President’s Club provides an upscale experience that will make a lasting impression on you and your guests and puts you CenterStage!

• Complimentary • Private VIP restrooms non-alcoholic beverages • Complimentary (alcoholic beverages will coat check

be charged to a pre(with subscription for Taco/ determined credit card) White Family Foundation Broadway Series and • VIP ticket concierge Encore Series only) service

• VIP Lounge access

• Private VIP entrance to the Theatre

• Complimentary light snacks • Invitations to special events at PPAC

For more information about the President’s Club, please contact Claudia Zompa, Development Coordinator, at czompa@ppacri.org or (401) 574-3122. Providence Performing Arts Center acknowledges the following members of this season’s President’s Club: Anonymous (5) Mr. & Mrs. J. Michael Abbott Mr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Aceto Adler Pollock & Sheehan P.C. Jim & Pat Allan Karl Almond Linda A. Anderson Ms. Carolyn A. Andreozzi Ted & Kathy Ashton Timothy & Mora Babineau Peter Balint Bank of America Sudhir & Tej Bansal Ellen Barnes Dr. Peter & Silvia Baziotis Paul & Marina Beade William & Lois Bendokas Christine Benoit & Bruce Gouin Peter & Kelly Benoit Rhonda Berchuck & Kat Katrouzos Michelle Bergin Steven & Eliza Beringhause David Berube & Kurtis Johnson

BETA Group, Inc. Big Blue Bug Solutions Karyn & Keith Bilezerian Dr. Robert Binek & Ms. Teri Ohs Loyd & Whitney Blankenship Mr. & Mrs. Raymond J. Bolster II Debra A. Botellio Mark & Sherry Brice Rodney Brusini Michael & Nadine Bruzzi Sheryl & Michael Bulawka Stephen & Susan Burlone Anthony & Eduarda Calandrelli Robert & Janine Calise Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Capozza Deborah & Louis Capuano Frank & Beverly Cardoza David Carlson & Jane Webster Drs. Nancy & Ralf Carriuolo John & Tracy Carvalho Elizabeth Casella Ann & Bill Casey John & Charlene Cassese

Charles Champagne & William Tafoya Joel Chase James & Kristen Cole Collette Travel Compensation Planning Inc. Richard & Rita Corliss Gayle Corrigan & Igor Vlasov Cross Insurance Agency Robert & Mary Daly Michael D’Angelo & Meggan Shenefield Craig & Lorna Danko Jason & Stephanie DaPonte Ronn & Lisa David Mr. & Mrs. John DeCubellis David DeMuth & Francesca Solitro The de Ramel Foundation Richard J. & Carol A. DeRienzo Diane Lopes Income Tax & Accounting Service Henry & Shantha Diaz Richard E. DiChiaro Dimeo Construction Company CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

DiSanto Priest & Co. David & Cindy Donald Deanna & Scott Donnelly Robert & Diana Donovan Bil & Mary Drena Guy & Danielle Dufault Walter M. Dzialo, DDS, Monica M. Dzialo & Crystal Lynne Eagles East Side Urgent Care EMC Services Nathan B. Epstein Mark Fay, Esq. Thomas & Colette Fay Feeney Law Group Priscilla & David Feeney Mr. & Mrs. Stuart Feldman Dr. Darlene F. Ferland & Family Dr. Kathy Finn Justice & Mrs. Robert G. Flanders, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Peter Fogarty Mr. & Mrs. Antonio S. Fonseca Mrs. Louis A. Fragola Ellen Frankel Glenn Friedemann Mr. Ari Gabinet & Dr. Christina Paxon Richard Gale Ellen & David Galkin Gene & Gizele Garceau Steven & Donna Giarrusso Joe & Lynn Giorgio Dr. & Mrs. Arthur Giuliano Kristina & Christopher Giuliano Jill & Larry Goldstein Jack & Cindy Goodison Dr. David & Susan Shim Gorelick David Greenberg Linda & Frank Gustafson H. Carr & Sons Pam Hale Mrs. Jocelin Hamblett Kimberly Harden Glenn & Erin Hebel Mr. & Mrs. Edward A. Hjerpe, III Greg & Donna Hoffman Joan Hopkins Norm & Mal Hopkins Donald & Lisa Horne William & Phyllis Horne Robert & Betty Howard William & Alison Huggins Andrea M. Iannazzi, Esq. Tony Inamorati & Cammie Naylor Joseph W. & Elaine Izzo-Sears Bernard A. Jackvony Lynn Jardin Eric & Heather Johnson Johnson & Wales University The Joseph Rosenfeld Foundation Colin & Karen Kane Les Keats Dennis Keefe Gina Kelleher

Lowell & Karen Kinch Seth M. Klaiman Mr. & Mrs. David Lahousse Steve & Barbara Laprocina Suzanna & John Laramee Cindy Laughlin & Betty Laughlin Mr. & Mrs. Jerrold L. Lavine Alison E. Lavoie David & Pat Lea Mr. & Mrs. Michael A. Lee Drs. Naveh & Sarah Levy Daniel Liparini & Diane Cocine Wendy Looker E. Robert Lupone, Esq. Stephen & Jane Lutrario Robert MacArthur & Tracy Glover Macy’s Tom & Lee Anne Madersky Marc F. & Joan L. Mahoney Gary & Leslie Malloy Marcum LLP Diane & Mark Marini Joseph & Roberta Marocco Maron Construction Co., Inc. Joseph & Joanne Marshall Jeffrey & Jennifer Massotti Paul Matrullo, D.D.S. McLaughlin & Moran, Inc. Candy & Frank McNally Jay & Bonnie Mendes Maryann Messier Roger Messier MetLife Auto & Home Wendi & Keith Metters Joseph L. Migliori, M.D. Deborah & Richard Miller Norbert & Patricia Mongeon Debra A. Moretti Bill & Pam Morgan Joseph P. Murphy Richard Nadeau Beverly Najarian National Chain Company National Grid Navigant Credit Union Dr. Kimberly Nelson New England Laborers’ Health & Safety Fund New England Laborers’ Labor Management Cooperation Trust Nordstrom Nortek, Inc. Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Lisa Nula Ocean State Charities Trust Gary & Marcie Ostrow Richard & Leah Pacheco Barbara A. Page Mr. & Mrs. John Paliotta David Peligian Gary M. Penfield Steven & Anne Pohnert Mark & Rebecca Polnaszek Brad & Jennifer Prendergast

Eve Procaccianti The Providence Journal Charitable Legacy Fund Lawrence & Karen Purtill Diane Reimer Gerre & Bob Resnick Rhode Island Commodores Rhode Island State Council on the Arts Anthony R. Ricci, MD & Patricia C. Ricci, MD James & Elaine Riley James Risko The Robert F. Stoico/FIRSTFED Charitable Foundation David & Susan Rollins Madeline Rosario-Almonte Mr. & Mrs. Gregg H. Rosen Carol Rusielewicz Mark T. & Mae Beth Ryan MaryAnn & Paul Salesi Richard & Danielle Scott Lorraine & Richard Sebastiao James Sequeira Eugenia Shao & Neil Steinberg Shechtman, Halperin & Savage, LLP Scott & Denise Shippee Judy & George Shoemaker Anthony Simonelli Maggie & Jack Skenyon Souto Family Gina Spencer Gary J. Stallard, CPA Robin Stern Shivan & Jyothi Subramaniam Kathleen Sullivan Marjorie Sundlun Sheri & Donald Sweitzer Dr. Scott W. Sylvia & Mr. Ryan H. Hanson Taco/White Family Foundation TD Charitable Foundation Textron, Inc. Peter & Ann Thomas Tillinger’s Concierge Erin Todisco-Place & David J. Place Thomas & Jeanne Tomasso Greg & Joyce Troy Kent & Meg Tunnicliffe Andy Tyska Alfred Verrecchia Henry A. “Bud” Violet & Gail A. Violet Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Z. Volpe Peter & Trinidad Wallick Ginette & Joe Walsh Ms. Marilyn Walsh Susan & Mark Weiner Stanley Weiss Peter Whealton Bill & Nancy Wray Kevin & Janice Wright Maria C. Younes Christopher & Megan Young

ANNUAL

SEATS FOR

FUND

SERVICE MEMBERS

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Please contact Claudia Zompa, Development Coordinator, at (401) 574-3122 or email czompa@ppacri.org if you are interested in sponsoring this program.

PROGRAM SPONSORS GOLD SPONSORS Coastway Community Bank // MetLife Auto & Home // National Grid Navigant Credit Union // New England Laborer’s Health & Safety Fund New England Laborer’s Labor Management Cooperation Trust Nordstrom // Nortek, Inc. // Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems Rhode Island Commodores // TD Charitable Foundation

SILVER SPONSORS Thomas & Collette Fay // Johnson & Wales University Taco/White Family Foundation

BRONZE SPONSOR Bank of America // Mr. & Mrs. Raymond J. Bolster II Dimeo Construction Company

Photo credit: Corey Martineau

In the spring of 2008, PPAC initiated a pilot Seats for Service Members program to provide preferred orchestra seats to members of Rhode Island’s National Guard and their families for all of our Broadway Series and Encore Series performances. The program was met with such resounding success that we were The Rhode Island Commodores join members of the able to raise enough money Rhode Island National Guard prior to a Broadway to continue it again for the performance, where over 70 tickets were provided to local service members and their families, thanks seventh season in a row! We to their generous sponsorship of this program. hope that the Seats for Service Members program will let the thousands of men and women, who selflessly dedicate themselves to protecting our country, know how much we greatly appreciate their outstanding sacrifices and courageous efforts.

East Side Urgent Care Thomas & Colette Fay Dr. Darlene F. Ferland & Family Mr. & Mrs. Peter Fogarty Norm & Mal Hopkins Tony Inamorati & Cammie Naylor Joseph W. & Elaine Izzo-Sears Lynn Jardin Dennis Keefe Suzanna & John Laramee E. Robert Lupone, Esq. Joseph & Joanne Marshall Paul Matrullo, D.D.S. Norbert & Patricia Mongeon Debra A. Moretti National Chain Company Ocean State Charities Trust Barbara A. Page Mr. & Mrs. John Paliotta Anthony R. Ricci, MD & Patricia C. Ricci, MD Mr. & Mrs. Gregg H. Rosen Carol Rusielewicz Mark T. & Mae Beth Ryan MaryAnn & Paul Salesi Richard & Lorraine Sebastiao James & Mariana Sequeira Scott & Denise Shippee Judy & George Shoemaker Shivan & Jyothi Subramaniam Kathleen Sullivan Sheri & Donald Sweitzer Taco/White Family Foundation Tillinger’s Concierge Erin Todisco-Place & David J. Place Andy Tyska

STAR ($750 WITH PURCHASE OF TWO BROADWAY SUBSCRIPTIONS) Anonymous (4) Mr. & Mrs. J. Michael Abbott Mr. & Mrs. Joseph A. Aceto Jim & Pat Allan Karl Almond Linda A. Anderson Ms. Carolyn A. Andreozzi Peter Balint Sudhir & Tej Bansal Paul & Marina Beade William & Lois Bendokas Christine Benoit & Bruce Gouin Peter & Kelly Benoit Michelle Bergin Steven & Eliza Beringhause David Berube & Kurtis Johnson Big Blue Bug Solutions Karyn & Keith Bilezerian Dr. Robert Binek & Ms. Teri Ohs Loyd & Whitney Blankenship Debra A. Botellio Michael & Nadine Bruzzi Sheryl & Michael Bulawka Anthony & Eduarda Calandrelli Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Capozza Deborah & Louis Capuano David Carlson & Jane Webster Drs. Nancy & Ralf Carriuolo John & Tracy Carvalho Elizabeth Casella Ann & Bill Casey John & Charlene Cassese Charles Champagne & William Tafoya

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Catering & Event Planning

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ANNUAL

FUND CONTINUED FROM PAGE 45 Joel Chase James & Kristen Cole Compensation Planning, Inc. Richard & Rita Corliss Gayle Corrigan & Igor Vlasov Robert & Mary Daly Michael Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Angelo & Meggan Shenefield Craig & Lorna Danko David DeMuth & Francesca Solitro Henry & Shantha Diaz Deanna & Scott Donnelly Bil & Mary Drena Guy & Danielle Dufault Walter M. Dzialo, DDS, Monica M. Dzialo, & Crystal Lynne Eagles EMC Services Nathan B. Epstein Mark Fay, Esq. Feeney Law Group Priscilla & David Feeney Mr. & Mrs. Stuart Feldman Dr. Kathy Finn Justice & Mrs. Robert G. Flanders, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Antonio S. Fonseca Mrs. Louis A. Fragola Ellen Frankel Glenn Friedemann Richard Gale Gene & Gizele Garceau Steven & Donna Giarrusso Joe & Lynn Giorgio Dr. & Mrs. Arthur Giuliano Kristina & Christopher Giuliano Jack & Cindy Goodison Dr. David & Susan Shim Gorelick David Greenberg Linda & Frank Gustafson H. Carr & Sons Pam Hale Kimberly Harden Glenn & Erin Hebel Mr. & Mrs. Edward A. Hjerpe, III Greg & Donna Hoffman Joan Hopkins Donald & Lisa Horne William & Phyllis Horne William & Alison Huggins Andrea M. Iannazzi, Esq. Bernard A. Jackvony Eric & Heather Johnson The Joseph Rosenfeld Foundation Gina Kelleher Seth M. Klaiman Mr. & Mrs. David Lahousse Steve & Barbara Laprocina Alison E. Lavoie David & Pat Lea Mr. & Mrs. Michael A. Lee Drs. Naveh & Sarah Levy Daniel Liparini & Diane Cozine Wendy Looker Stephen & Jane Lutrario Robert MacArthur & Tracy Glover Tom & Lee Anne Madersky Marc F. & Joan L. Mahoney Gary & Leslie Malloy Joseph & Roberta Marocco Jeffrey & Jennifer Massotti Jay & Bonnie Mendes Maryann Messier Roger Messier Wendi & Keith Metters Joseph P. Murphy

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COMMUNITY OUTREACH

INITIATIVE

The Bank of America Arts Showcase brings Rhode Island students, teachers, and artists together in the true spirit of a community arts program. Tickets to performances in the 2015/2016 Bank of America Arts Showcase Season are FREE; however, these tickets are not available to the general public. This program is an outreach offering to Rhode Island middle school students only. Middle school teachers who are interested in bringing their students to a Showcase performance can email Cynthia Goldsmith at cgoldsmith@ppacri.org for registration information and materials. All performances begin at 9:30A and last approximately an hour.

OCTOBER 29, 2015 // ATWATER – DONNELLY BAND TRADITIONAL AMERICAN FOLK MUSIC & DANCE This award-winning duo performs with band members to present traditional American folk music highlighting the cultural mix that is the basis of our American heritage. Introducing students to a wide array of instruments, dynamic music, and captivating dance, Atwater-Donnelly brings the American culture and history to life with ease and humor with their student audiences.

JANUARY 7, 2016 // KALEIDOSCOPE THEATRE // B.U.L.L.Y. – LEVEL 2 (BETTER UNDERSTANDING BY LISTENING AND LEARNING ABOUT YOU) This production focuses attention on the dangers of aggressive behavior that many children face every day in both public and private school systems and offers viable solutions and options on how to handle these situations effectively. Performed by young actors 12 to 18 years of age, this performance is geared specifically toward middle school students.

FEBRUARY 4, 2016 // FESTIVAL BALLET // HANSEL AND GRETEL This professional and highly acclaimed dance company will present their world premiere production of Grimm’s beloved story of companionship and cunning through contemporary ballet, creative costuming, and beautiful music. Students will also participate in a demonstration regarding the language and terminology of ballet, theatrical expression, and the discipline and strength required for ballet dance movements.

MARCH 7, 2016 // GARRY KRINSKY // TOYING WITH SCIENCE Ideally suited for the 5th, 6th, and 7th grade curriculums, this fast-paced and varied program combines circus skills, mime, and audience involvement in the exploration of the scientific principles of gravity, leverage, fulcrums, and simple machines. First commissioned by Boston’s Museum of Science, “Toying with Science” investigates basic scientific concepts and demonstrates that by mastering those concepts, one can produce terrific results!

ANNUAL

FUND CONTINUED FROM PAGE 47 Richard Nadeau Beverly Najarian Navigant Credit Union Dr. Kimberly Nelson Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Lisa Nula Gary & Marcie Ostrow Richard & Leah Pacheco David Peligian Gary M. Penfield Steven & Anne Pohnert Mark & Rebecca Polnaszek Brad & Jennifer Prendergast Lawrence & Karen Purtill Diane Reimer Gerre & Bob Resnick James & Elaine Riley James Risko David & Susan Rollins Madeline Rosario-Almonte Richard & Danielle Scott Eugenia Shao & Neil Steinberg Anthony Simonelli Gina Spencer Gary J. Stallard, CPA Robin Stern Marjorie Sundlun Dr. Scott W. Sylvia & Mr. Ryan H. Hanson Peter & Ann Thomas Thomas & Jeanne Tomasso Greg & Joyce Troy Kent & Meg Tunnicliffe Alfred Verrecchia Henry A. “Bud” Violet & Gail A. Violet Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Z. Volpe Peter & Trinidad Wallick Stanley Weiss Kevin & Janice Wright Maria C. Younes Christopher & Megan Young

BENEFACTOR ($500 - $999) Patty & Melvin G. Alperin Joseph P. Calabro Jr., CPA Gabriella & Frank Caprio Alan J. Chille Robert & Diane Ducoff Jay & Lori Howell Mr. & Mrs. Norman E. McCulloch, Jr., Trustees, McAdams Charitable Foundation Mr. Charles H. Page Joseph R. Paolino, Jr. Kara & David Salit Marilyn Friedman-Shealey J.L. “Lynn” Singleton

PATRON ($250 - $499) Kathryn Atkins Roger P. Boudreau & Christine A. Schwab-Boudreau Dorothy A. Cardon Raymond & Paulette Cieslak Mr. & Mrs. Scott Connolly Richard M. Divver Raymond A. Filippone James & Jo-Anne Fiorentino Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth E. Hogberg Paul & Sandra MacDonald Melissa & Jackson Marvel Lori J. Merolla Chris & Betsy Myers J.R. & Lyn Pagliarini

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FUND CONTINUED FROM PAGE 51 Stephen & Barbara Parisi Craig & Sarah Richardson Ron Shoemaker David, Kim, Jordan & Ben Souza Thomas & Carol Tanury George & Darlene Vargulish Woodard & Curran

FRIEND ($1 - $249)

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JUNE 14 – 19 (401) 421-ARTS (2787) www.ppacri.org PART OF THE BROADWAY SERIES SPONSORED BY:

Anonymous (4) AAA Northeast Carole Baptiste Alfred & Barbara Bartkiewicz Beege & Puccina John J. Bentz Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Beranbaum Rebekah A. Berger Roland & Carole Bernardo Ruth C. Bogle Carol & Nelson Boucher Marie D. Byrne Tom & Gerri Cabral James R. Caroselli Richard & Louise Carriere Mr. & Mrs. Mario Casinelli Charity Partners Foundation Sheila Chisholm Samuel & Deborah Ciotola Sheila Curran Sandra Dadona John D’Antonio John S. DeBlois Patricia DelPadre-Myers Jane A. Desforges Douglas C. Devaux Richard & Mary Lu DiMase Maureen & Kevin Dolan Bill & Carol Fasano Pauline Forlingieri Daniel R. Gaccione, MD Sofie Garabedian Joe & Helene Gemma Arlene Goldstein Lori Grimes Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Hart Joann & Irwin Hazen Rosemary Heffernan Everett W. Herrick John Holmander Bob & Carol Hoole Brian & Beverly Hopkins Martha & Dennis Hultzman Bruce R. Ingham Donald & JeJe Interrante Stan & Joan Jarzombek Patricia A. Kaczorowski Catherine Kando Joann Keeler Mr. & Mrs. Donald E. Kilguss, Jr. Dr. D. Patricia Koch Richard & Rosemary Koehler Dennis & Kathy Latimore David & Cathleen Laverty Roland C. Levesque Janet Mancini Loren Marcus Mr. & Mrs. Peter G. Massaro Vincent P. Matarese Andy & Sue McGuirk Dr. & Mrs. Richard Key Mead

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MORE World

Class Service FROM PPAC!

Anyone can form a group! You may already be part of a group who would love to attend shows at PPAC. Groups of 15 or more… - often have the opportunity to reserve tickets BEFORE they go on sale to the general public! - can get the best discounts (up to 50% on some shows)! - may take advantage of a convenient payment schedule! - get personalized service! For group requests, please contact Group Sales Representative Paul Hiatt at phiatt@ppacri.org or (401) 574-3162.

Reserve your room! Available for any occasion for which tickets have been reserved. - 3 breakout rooms to fit any party from 30-150 - Full beverage and catering service available - Automatic screens and microphones available in every room For more information or to reserve rooms, please contact Events Manager Betsy Menders at bmenders@ppacri.org or (401) 574-3117.

Ask about the PPAC Show Shuttle Dinner and Show Packages!

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FUND CONTINUED FROM PAGE 55 Mrs. Joan R. Midwood Helen M. Miller Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. Moniz David P. Montefusco Judge John Mutter, Bonnie Mutter Charles Narciso Hal & Nancy Nelson Joyce Neves Bob & Linda Newman Jack & Linda Newman Mahmud & Nadia Noormohamed Cathy & Larry Norstrom Mr. & Mrs. Robert Pickett, Jr. Stanley & Joanne Pickford Patricia A. Pryor Marie C. Quinn Jo-Ann Ragosta Paulette Rainey Carol Rathbun Mary Lou Riker Ken & Irene Roberts Barbara L. Rose Spencer Round Ray & Merry Rugg Al & Kerry Santos Tom & Louise Scalavino Anne L. Schifino Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Scigulinsky Mario Silva Bert Silverberg Gil & Carol Simmons Catherine P. Simone Mary F. Smith Malcolm & Nicki Sockut Penny Sparfven M. Spiegel Allen Stein Mr. & Mrs. Stephen H. Stoner William H. Strand Kristine A. & Everett Stuart Leo & Sue Sullivan Terrence & Katherine Sullivan David Supinski Irene M. Supinski Bill & Ellen Troberman Ronald & Adrienne Trottier Kathleen Tucker Mr. & Mrs. Jack Vatcher Frank L. Veto, Esq. Michael & Victoria Vona Thomas & Constance White Lori Williams Michael M. Woody & Joanne Speroni-Woody Joyce Yeremian Mary Ann Zuber

MEMORIAL GIFTS Christopher J. Almon, In memory of Peter & Mary Almon Rodney M. Brusini, In memory of Kerry F. Brusini Maribeth Calabro, In memory of Kendra O’Leary Espeut Paul Hackley, In memory of Samuel E. Hackley Julianne Ip, In memory of Larry Shaw Sister & Brothers, In memory of “Buzz” Greenhalgh South Bay Mental Health Dorchester, In memory of Sue Feeney #SueStrong Mr. & Mrs. Wendell Wilkie, In memory of Sylvia Dario James & Claudia Zompa, In memory of John J. Antony Although PPAC has made every effort to correctly list and recognize all of our Annual Fund donors, we do apologize for any inadvertent errors or omissions in our 2015 donor list.