Applause Program Winter 2020 by The Center for the Performing Arts

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CONTENTS SPECIAL WELCOME BACK........................................................................................................................ 4-5 COVID-19 PROTOCOLS & PROCEDURES....................................................................................................... 6 CAMPUS CALENDAR OF EVENTS.............................................................................................................. 8-9 DIGITAL & ON-SITE PERFORMANCE PROGRAMS CENTER PRESENTS | LIVE AT THE CENTER: JENN CRISTY.......................................................................10 CENTER PRESENTS | KAR FRONT SEAT WITH DAVID LOBER...................................................................13 CENTER PRESENTS | JAZZ TALK: TRAILBLAZERS...................................................................................15 CENTER PRESENTS | FAEGRE DRINKER PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: MELCHIOR MARIONETTES......................16 CENTER PRESENTS | DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS: THE GREATEST HITS OF CHRISTMAS 2020............................17 CENTER PRESENTS | PALLADIUM BOOKIES: "THE CIRCUS IN WINTER"....................................................18 CENTER PRESENTS | LIVE AT THE CENTER: BASHIRI ASAD....................................................................19 CENTER PRESENTS | PERFORMING ARTS CONNECT: THE BEATLES AT SHEA STADIUM...............................21 CENTER PRESENTS | KAR FRONT SEAT WITH JANE PFITSCH................................................................. 22 CENTER PRESENTS | LUMINARIES: A DANCE OF TALES & TUNES............................................................24 CENTER PRESENTS | FAEGRE DRINKER PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: "IMAGINATION STATION".......................26 CENTER PRESENTS | PERFORMING ARTS CONNECT: STORY OF A COMPOSER: GEORGE GERSHWIN.............27 CENTER PRESENTS | JAZZTALK: THE STANDARDS OF JAZZ.....................................................................28 CENTER PRESENTS | FAEGRE DRINKER PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: MAKING MUSIC WITH MR. DANIEL......... 29 CENTER PRESENTS | KAR FRONT SEAT WITH MAGGIE POLITI STIGGERS..................................................32 CENTER PRESENTS | LUMINARIES: PLAYING WITH LIGHT: AN ARTIST'S JOURNEY................................... 33 CENTER PRESENTS | PERFORMING ARTS CONNECT: MAKE IT! FISH PUPPET BUILDING WORKSHOP.......... 34 CENTER PRESENTS | CLASSICS IN CONTEXT: THE MAESTROS AND THE MOUSE.......................................37 ABOUT THE CENTER........................................................................................................................... 44-45 ABOUT THE SONGBOOK FOUNDATION................................................................................................. 46-47 BOX OFFICE........................................................................................................................................... 48 CONTACT US...........................................................................................................................................49 CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS & STAFF.............................................................................................. 50-51 CENTER ANNUAL PARTNERS................................................................................................................52-56 COVID-19 PROTOCOLS & PROCEDURES......................................................................................................57 SONGBOOK FOUNDATION BOARD & FRIENDS.......................................................................................59-61 CENTER MAJOR PARTNERS.......................................................................................................................62

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A SPECIAL ISSUE OF APPLAUSE We appreciate your support of the Center for the Performing Arts, and we hope you have been enjoying the bold new programming initiatives we have developed in order to continue pursuing our mission and bringing the arts to you during this unusual time. In conjunction with our schedule of performances and educational events, the Center has developed new digital programming and robust video and streaming capabilities that are making our programs more widely available than ever before to online audiences. The Center’s education and enrichment programs for all ages – such as Faegre Drinker Peanut Butter & Jam family concerts, KAR Front Seat artist Q&As, Palladium Bookies book club and the Luminaries speaker series – are continuing, whether onsite, online or in some combination of the two. Through Zoom teleconferencing, we have expanded our Classics in Context presentations and launched a new JazzTalk discussion series. Also new is a livestreamed performance series, Live at the Center, featuring top local and regional artists. Our Resident Companies also have begun offering performances and other programming online.

2021. An initial schedule and on-sale dates will be announced soon. Several concerts that had been rescheduled for the fall are being moved to future dates, and ticketholders will be contacted to explore their options. The new season will not be organized into traditional subscription packages, and venue capacity will be substantially reduced to allow physical distancing. Still, subscribers from the 2019-2020 season will maintain their subscriber status and benefits this season, including ticket discounts, presale access and priority seating. Though some seats might not be available for every performance, we will do our best to honor your preferences. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Patron Services staff at Tickets@TheCenterPresents.org or by phone at (317) 843-3800 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. We hope you and your loved ones enjoy a warm holiday season and the promise of a new year, and we’re glad the Center can play a role. Thank you again for your support.

For on-site events, the Center has developed an extensive set of protocols to enhance health and safety in our venues, including requirements for face coverings and physical distancing. More details on our COVID-19 policies are available on our website, TheCenterPresents.org. There, you also can join our email list for news updates, including the weekly Interlude e-newsletter about upcoming on-site and online programs. Because of the continuing public health concerns and the resulting slowdown in the touring concert industry, the Center is delaying the start of the Center Presents performance season until early 4

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CAMPUS CALENDAR CENTER PRESENTS FREE EVENT! LIVE AT THE CENTER: JENN CRISTY Fri Dec 4 at 8pm | Online CENTER PRESENTS FREE EVENT! KAR FRONT SEAT: DAVID LOBER: PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER FOR BROADWAY & NATIONAL TOURS Mon Dec 7 at 7pm | Online CENTER PRESENTS FREE EVENT! JAZZTALK: TRAILBLAZERS Tue Dec 8 at 7pm | Online CENTER PRESENTS FAEGRE DRINKER PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: “HOLIDAY CABARET ON STRINGS” MELCHIOR MARIONETTES Sat Dec 12 at 10:30am | The Studio Theater CIVIC THEATRE HOLIDAY LIGHTS

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CARMEL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA HOLIDAY POPS Sat Dec 12 at 7:30pm | Online CENTER PRESENTS DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS: THE GREATEST HITS OF CHRISTMAS 2020 Sat Dec 12 at 8pm | Online CENTER PRESENTS FREE EVENT! PALLADIUM BOOKIES: "THE CIRCUS IN WINTER" BY CATHY DAY Mon Dec 14 at 7pm |The Palladium & Online CENTER PRESENTS FREE EVENT! LIVE AT THE CENTER: BASHIRI ASAD Wed Dec 16 at 7:30pm | Online CENTER PRESENTS PERFORMING ARTS CONNECT: THE BEATLES AT SHEA STADIUM: THE BEGINNING OF STADIUM ROCK Thurs Jan 7 at 7pm | The Palladium & Online

CENTER PRESENTS FREE EVENT! KAR FRONT SEAT WITH JANE PFITSCH: BROADWAY ACTOR, SINGER, MUSICIAN & NARRATOR Mon Jan 25 at 7pm | Online CENTER PRESENTS LUMINARIES: A DANCE OF TALES & TUNES Tue Jan 26 at 2pm | The Palladium CENTER PRESENTS FAEGRE DRINKER PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: “IMAGINATION STATION” PHOENIX RISING DANCE CO. Sat Jan 30 at 10:30am | The Studio Theater CENTER PRESENTS PERFORMING ARTS CONNECT: STORY OF A COMPOSER: GEORGE GERSHWIN Tue Feb 2 at 7pm | Online CENTER PRESENTS FREE EVENT! JAZZTALK: THE STANDARDS OF JAZZ Tue Feb 9 at 7pm | Online

CENTER PRESENTS FAEGRE DRINKER PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: MAKING MUSIC WITH MR. DANIEL Sat Feb 20 at 10:30am | The Studio Theater CENTER PRESENTS FREE EVENT! KAR FRONT SEAT: ACTOR-PRODUCER MAGGIE POLITI STIGGERS Mon Feb 22 at 7pm | Online CENTER PRESENTS LUMINARIES: PLAYING WITH LIGHT: AN ARTIST'S JOURNEY Tue Feb 23 at 2pm | The Palladium CENTER PRESENTS PERFORMING ARTS CONNECT: MAKE IT! FISH PUPPET BUILDING WORKSHOP Sat Mar 6 at 10am | The Palladium & Online CENTER PRESENTS FREE EVENT! CLASSICS IN CONTEXT: THE MAESTROS AND THE MOUSE Tue Mar 9 at 7pm | Online

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These activities made possible in part with support from the Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

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LIVE AT THE CENTER: JENN CRISTY FRIDAY, DECEMBER 4 AT 8PM ET | ONLINE Jenn Cristy studied piano at the prestigious Jacobs School of Music while also setting records as a Big Ten championship swimmer for Indiana University. She gained notice as a backup singer and multi-instrumentalist with John Mellencamp – who offered the job after hearing her sing the National Anthem at an IU game – and ever since she’s enjoyed a successful career as a singer-songwriter, with several albums as a bandleader. Cristy’s piano-driven pop/rock has won praise from the New York Times, and she has shared stages with artists such as Pentatonix, Bob Seger and Kelly Clarkson.

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KAR FRONT SEAT WITH DAVID LOBER: PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER FOR BROADWAY AND NATIONAL TOURS MONDAY, DECEMBER 7 AT 7PM ET | ONLINE David Lober was the PSM of The Lehman Trilogy on Broadway when the shutdown happened. Past Broadway credits include A Christmas Carol, Groundhog Day, Matilda and Saturday Night Fever. West Coast productions have included Wicked, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, Henry IV, 33 Variations, Camelot, and Caroline, or Change. National tours have included Dear Evan Hansen, Million Dollar Quartet, The Light in the Piazza, Aida, Show Boat, Sunset Boulevard, Miss Saigon and The Phantom of the Opera. He also was the production supervisor for the North American productions of Matilda. Learn more about the reading here.

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JAZZTALK: TRAILBLAZERS MONDAY, DECEMBER 8 AT 7PM ET | ONLINE

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In every genre of music, there are those who redefine the genre and even go beyond to influence others outside of their discipline. We may refer to these individuals as “trailblazers.” Trailblazers in jazz include clarinetist-saxophonist Sidney Bechet, trumpeter Miles Davis, pianist Dave Brubeck and drummer Elvin Jones. The discussion will explore why these artists’ contributions were so pivotal in the development of jazz, how their influence extended to other musicians and other forms of expression, and how today’s artists approach jazz performance differently because of their influence. Learn more about the presenters here.

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FAEGRE DRINKER PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: "HOLIDAY CABARET ON STRINGS" MELCHIOR MARIONETTES SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 AT 10:30AM ET | THE STUDIO THEATER

DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS: THE GREATEST HITS OF CHRISTMAS 2020 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12 AT 8PM ET | ONLINE

Back by popular demand! Join us for a fast-paced, entertaining cabaret of handcrafted marionettes. Children and adults will delight in the hilarious antics of the marionettes and the skill of the puppeteers. Everyone will want to sing along with the holiday classics and other favorites. Learn more about Melchior Marionettes here! Tickets are only $10 per child, with free tickets available for up to two accompanying adults per child purchase. Learn more about this event here.

A holiday performance by Dave Koz & Friends has become an annual tradition at the Center. Although the pandemic blocked plans for their 23rd Annual Christmas Tour, the saxophonist is rounding up those friends for a Dec. 12 virtual concert event titled The Greatest Hits of Christmas 2020. Joining him for the one-night-only livestream will be Jonathan Butler, Rick Braun, Richard Elliot, Peter White, David Benoit and vocalist Rebecca Jade. Enjoy the show on any mobile device from virtually any location, including the comfort of your own home. The ticket price includes online access to the performance for one device, as well as digital downloads of Koz’s latest two albums, A New Day and Gifts of the Season. A virtual VIP meet-and-greet option is available, and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Starlight Children’s Foundation. Purchase tickets here.

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PALLADIUM BOOKIES: THE CIRCUS IN WINTER MONDAY, DECEMBER 14 AT 7PM ET | THE PALLADIUM & ONLINE

LIVE AT THE CENTER: BASHIRI ASAD WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 16 AT 7:30PM ET | ONLINE

Tis the season for curling up with a good book! We’re not in a hurry for winter, but we’d better find some enjoyable things to do inside. How about diving into some compelling fiction and then chatting about it later with other clever readers?

Describing himself as the “Everyday Soul Singer,” Indianapolis vocalist and songwriter Bashiri Asad has spent the past decade developing a sound he calls “IndySoul,” inspired by the classic music of Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, Sam Cooke and Otis Redding. He has been a featured artist on WFYI’s Small Studio Sessions and at the Arts Council of Indianapolis’ annual Art & Soul Celebration. His recent albums include 2017’s A Girl Named Charlie and 2019’s The Way We Are featuring the band Be On It. #IndySoulLive

The Dec. 14 session of Palladium Bookies will take on The Circus in Winter by Cathy Day. Inspired by Day’s childhood in Peru, Indiana, the acclaimed collection of related stories explores the less glamorous side of showbiz, as the performers in a traveling circus spend their winters in a small Hoosier town. All you have to do is track down a copy and RSVP to Outreach@TheCenterPresents.org to find out how to join in – whether in person or online. Learn more about this event here.

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PERFORMING ARTS CONNECT: THE BEATLES AT SHEA STADIUM: THE BEGINNING OF STADIUM ROCK THURSDAY, JANUARY 7 AT 7PM ET | THE PALLADIUM Celebrating a half century of the Beatles in America, this program focuses on the chart-topping band’s historic August 1965 concert at New York’s Shea Stadium, where John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr performed in front of 55,600 fans and were filmed for a network television special in what is considered the first outdoor stadium rock show. This program includes film clips, rare audio of the performance and discussion by Dave Schwensen, author of The Beatles at Shea Stadium: The Story Behind Their Greatest Concert. Schwensen will share little-known details about promoter Sid Bernstein’s dealings with the band, how the technology and security capabilities differed from modern stadium shows, how the Beatles secretly re-recorded some songs before the ABC broadcast, and how the event drew a capacity crowd with no paid advertising, only word of mouth. Learn more about the event here. 21

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KAR FRONT SEAT WITH JANE PFITSCH: BROADWAY ACTOR, SINGER, MUSICIAN AND NARRATOR MONDAY, JANUARY 25 AT 7PM ET | ONLINE Jane Pfitsch is currently in the Broadway company of Dear Evan Hansen and previously performed in Angels in America (2018 revival), Cabaret (2014 revival), Les Liaisons Dangereuses (2008 revival) and Company (2007 revival). She also appeared in the national tour of Dear Evan Hansen and off-Broadway in Peer Gynt and Allegro (CSC), The 39 Steps (New World Stages) and Pumpgirl (MTC). Regional credits include Huntington Theatre Company (IRNE nominations, best actress and best supporting actress), Barrington Stage Company, The Old Globe, Williamstown Theatre Festival, Arena Stage (Helen Hayes nomination), McCarter Theatre Center, San Jose Repertory Theatre, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Actors Theatre of Louisville, Alley Theatre, Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, Capital Repertory Theatre, Virginia Stage Company. She also appeared in the film 27 Dresses and on CBSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Elementary.

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LUMINARIES: A DANCE OF TALES & TUNES TUESDAY, JAN 26 AT 2PM ET | THE PALLADIUM Story performer Sally Perkins and violinist Thomas W. Watkins will bring to life old but relevant wisdom stories from various traditions around the world as they weave together engaging storytelling and elegant music. Sally Perkins performs stories of all sorts – historical, wisdom, personal and ghoulish – to audiences of all ages. She has performed for the National Storytelling Network, the Indianapolis Spirit & Place Festival, Tennessee’s Haunting in the Hills Festival and the IndyFringe Festival.

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Thomas Wyatt Watkins has a bachelor’s degree in violin performance from Indiana University, is a charter member of the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra and plays fiddle with the Indianapolis group Irish Airs. He has been featured at the Indianapolis Spirit & Place Festival and for many years at the Indy Irish Fest. Learn more about the presenters here.

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FAEGRE DRINKER PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: "IMAGINATION STATION" PHOENIX RISING DANCE CO. SATURDAY, JANUARY 30 AT 10:30AM ET | THE STUDIO THEATER Imagination Station is an interactive presentation ideal for introducing the art of dance to children, their parents and grandparents. Join Phoenix Rising Dance Company dancers on a trip to a magical world created by dancing children. Unfortunately, all the children have grown up and forgotten how to dance! Since the magical world needs dancing to remain magical, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll use our imaginations to create the sun, wind, rain, flowers, trees, and animals. Tickets are only $10 per child, with free tickets available for up to two accompanying adults per child purchase. Learn more about this event here.

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PERFORMING ARTS CONNECT: STORY OF A COMPOSER: GEORGE GERSHWIN TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2 AT 7PM ET | THE PALLADIUM & ONLINE The 1920s saw a young nation, now free from war, able to develop its own rich culture. Major cities became centers for innovation in music, shunning European classicism for a freedom that was strictly American. It was from this ideal that the most well-known of American composers, George Gershwin, emerged. In this interactive Zoom program, participants will make guided comparisons between the classical and jazz idioms and apply these differences to the music of Gershwin in historical and social context, learning about many important works such as Porgy and Bess and Rhapsody in Blue. Learn more about the event here.

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JAZZTALK: THE STANDARDS OF JAZZ TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 AT 7PM ET | ONLINE The hosts will discuss tunes that have become "jazz standards"â&#x20AC;&#x201C;the popular songs, show tunes and other compositions that have appeared and reappeared throughout the history of jazz. They will explore compositional techniques, chord progressions and other features that have heightened the appeal to jazz musicians and listeners alike. Learn more about the presenters here.

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FAEGRE DRINKER PEANUT BUTTER & JAM: MAKING MUSIC WITH MR. DANIEL SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 AT 10:30AM ET | THE STUDIO THEATER Get ready to join in the singing and dancing right from the start as you are led on a child-centered musical joyride of cherished traditional songs and interactive games. Mr. Daniel puts the kids front and center in a raucous and energizing concert that emphasizes movement, humor, participation and good feelings all around. Instruments will be provided, but you are also encouraged to bring your own to join in the jamboree. Tickets are only $10 per child, with free tickets available for up to two accompanying adults per child purchase. Learn more about this event here.

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KAR FRONT SEAT: ACTOR-PRODUCER MAGGIE POLITI STIGGERS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22 AT 7PM ET | ONLINE

LUMINARIES: PLAYING WITH LIGHT: AN ARTIST'S JOURNEY TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23 AT 2PM ET | ONLINE

Maggie Politi Stiggers is a professional actor, voice-over artist, author, award-winning comedy writer and producer in New York City. As an actor, she's been seen in Rachel Dratch's Late Night Snack on TruTv, Brainchild on Netflix and Theatre School Dropouts on Amazon Prime Video. Her face and voice have appeared in commercial campaigns for products including Swedish Fish, Old Bay Seasoning and TickPick. She co-founded NikoFrank Productions, a nonprofit production company in NYC specializing in comedic sketches and providing more opportunities for women in film. She recently published a book, Dear Future Producer: A Guide to Create Your Own Content and Gain Creative Freedom, available in Kindle and paperback on Amazon.

Arlon Bayliss will describe his journey as an artist working with light, from his early work as a glass artist to his public art commissions. His talk will be illustrated with images and video of various projects, including his recent work for the City of Carmel. He will not only show how the artworks come to life, but also emphasize the importance of collaboration and “play” in his creative process.

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His commissions for the City of Carmel include two roundabout sculptures with floral themes: the 36-foot Beacon Bloom at Westfield Boulevard and 96th Street and the 45-foot Grace, Love and Joy at Pennsylvania and Old Meridian streets. His most recent commission for the city stands outside the Center for the Performing Arts. Titled Homage to Hoagy, it celebrates the work of Great American Songbook Hall of Fame inductee and Indiana native Hoagy Carmichael. Learn more about the event here.

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PERFORMING ARTS CONNECT: MAKE IT! FISH PUPPET BUILDING WORKSHOP SATURDAY, MARCH 6 AT 10AM ET | ONLINE Become puppet makers and puppeteers as you create a wriggly fish puppet with Mr. Jeffrey from the Digital Learning team at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta, Georgia. In this fun, interactive webinar offered live through Zoom, children create a puppet and perform with it in their home "studios." Recommended for children ages 7 and older. Supplies needed: paper (construction paper or card stock works best), tape, markers or crayons, scissors and something to make eyes (googly eyes, buttons, stickers, etc.) Learn more about the event here. 34

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CLASSICS IN CONTEXT: THE MAESTROS AND THE MOUSE TUESDAY, MARCH 9 AT 7PM ET | ONLINE Grammy Award-winning Disney Music producer and historian Randy Thornton explores Disney’s skillful use of classical masterpieces that have been woven through such works as Silly Symphonies, Fantasia, Sleeping Beauty and the Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room attraction. The program includes such luminaries as Edvard Grieg, Leopold Stokowski, Ludwig van Beethoven, Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Sergei Prokofiev and Jacques Offenbach. The program will conclude with a Q&A session. Learn more about the event here.

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ABOUT THE CENTER The mission of the Center for the Performing Arts is to engage and inspire the Central Indiana community through enriching arts experiences. The Center for the Performing Arts is a nonprofit arts and education organization responsible for the operation and programming of a three-venue campus at Carmelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s City Center. Together, the Palladium, the Tarkington and the Studio Theater create a welcoming place for the community to engage with all forms of the performing arts. The campus also provides a home for the affiliated Great American Songbook Foundation and hosts six Resident Companies, along with other organizations that utilize the facilities for their events. Since opening in 2011, the Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s venues have hosted over 2,500 performances for 960,000 patrons representing all 92 counties in Indiana, all 50 states and 25 nations. The campus also draws hundreds of thousands of visitors each year for other public events. Each year the Center provides access to the arts for thousands of people of all ages â&#x20AC;&#x201C; building community, enriching lives and inspiring minds young and old. Education and outreach initiatives include performing arts classes for children and adults and special programs for upcoming generations, such as the interactive Faegre Drinker Peanut Butter & Jam concert series for preschoolers, the Palladium PALS reading club, educational videoconferences for students around the state, and the Student Discount Ticket program, through which students can attend select performances for just $15.

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Just the Songbook comforted during the Great Depression, boosted Theasmission of the Great Americanfamilies Songbook Foundation is to inspire and educate morale during WWII and created unity during many other challenging world events by celebrating the Great American Songbook. throughout our history, we can be confident that the Songbook will continue to carry us through anything that tomorrow may bring. Until we can gather together and Based at the Palladium, the Great American Songbook Foundation is permanently celebrate once again in person, keep the music playing in your house by engaging in affiliated with the Center for the Performing Arts and is one of only seven the Songbook At Home. worldwide Cultural Affiliates of the Los Angeles-based GRAMMY MuseumÂŽ.

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EVENTS & SPACE AVAILABILITY

TOURS

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HEALTHCARE & FIRST RESPONDERS DISCOUNTS

Discounted tickets for active and retired healthcare and first responder personnel and their families are available for select performances. Contact the Box Office or visit TheCenterPresents.org for more discount information. GROUP SALES

Contact Group Sales at Group@TheCenterPresents.org. THE CENTER GIFT CERTIFICATES

Gift certificates for Center Presents events are available in any denomination and may be purchased online. RESIDENT COMPANIES

Actors Theatre of Indiana Carmel Symphony Orchestra Central Indiana Dance Ensemble Civic Theatre

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre Indiana Wind Symphony

Staff

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS Mark Truett Vice President of Marketing & Communications

FACILITIES Ed Penman Facility Manager

Becky Lee Meacham Director of Marketing

Ryan Gray Maintenance Engineer

Michael Feinstein Artistic Director

Scott Hall Director of Communications

PROGRAMMING Douglas Tatum Vice President of Programming

John A. Moskal II Business Intelligence Administrator

PRODUCTION Tim Todd Director of Production

EXECUTIVE Jeffrey C. McDermott President/CEO

Board of Directors Zak Kahn Chair Melissa Stapleton Barnes Immediate Past Chair Barbara Branic Vice Chair Cheryl A. Harmon-Terrana Treasurer

Julia Shildmyer-Heighway Director of Education & Community Engagement Krista Layfield Education & Community Engagement Assistant DEVELOPMENT Michael Pettry Vice President of Development

Katie Breden Social Media & Digital Marketing Coordinator Kalie Clark Graphics Production Coordinator PATRON SERVICES Brian Seitz Director of Patron Services & Organizational Core Values

Anne Hensley Poindexter Secretary

Braden Hurley Director of Partnership Development

Chandler Appleby Steve Moore Patron Services Supervisors

James Anderson, Jr. MD, FFPM, FACE Adam Arceneaux Frank Basile Barbara Branic David A. Burnett Rebecca Byrnes Ann Dee Del Demaree Rollin Dick Melissa L. Eldredge John Gallina Shane Hageman Douglas C. Haney, Esq. Nancy S. Heck Nicholas F. Hrisomalos, M.D., P.C Stephanie Chen Kim Kathleen (Kathy) Krusie Justin Moffett Samuel (Sam) Muse Jane E. Niederberger Daniel J. Philpott James Purvis Jimmy Rayford Paul G. Reis Anthony (Tony) Robertson Quinn Shepherd Laurie Siler David A. Temple W. Michael Wells Lebbeus Woods, CFP® XiaoOu Yuan

Kendra Latta Director of Individual Development

Sheryl Mullins Patron Services Concierge

Sheila Delaney Development Strategy & Research Manager

Bill Eckert Lindy Siefker Patron Services Representatives

Robin Briskey Annual Fund & Corporate Relations Manager Tara Eubanks Individual Giving Associate Sara Landrum Kristina Davis Grant Writers FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Christie Gardner Director of Human Resources

OPERATIONS Jeff Steeg Vice President of Operations Ramona Adams Director of Events Laura Varnau Event Manager Sharon Holyoak Volunteer Coordinator

Cynthia Ille Controller

Lisa Hillard Director of Beverages

Nancy Hamilton Accounting & Human Resources Manager

Cindy Teeters Lead House Manager

Michelle Oakley Accounting Specialist

Erica Bernstein Rhonda Daly Jennifer Kaufmann Kim Moe Christian Starnes Lisa Thornberry House Managers

Maryan Douglas Administrative Assistant

Lisa Posson Assistant Director of Production Devin Schonsheck Lead Audio Engineer Jared McGowan Lighting Director Joe Wisner Technical Director, The Studio Theater Joshua Hasty Technical Director, The Tarkington Ben Dobler Lead Video Engineer Jacki Pollnow Production Technician Ellen Kingston Concierge Services Manager Karen Knotts Artist Concierge THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK FOUNDATION Chris Lewis Executive Director Lisa Lobdell Archivist Renée La Schiazza Director of Programs Marissa Nielsen Individual Giving Officer Chelsea Reynowsky Program Coordinator

Annual Donors Thank you to the following individuals and organizations that have contributed to the Center for the Performing Arts Annual Fund during the past year. This list reflects gifts received through November 6, 2020. For more information, please contact the Development Office at 317.819.3520.

ANNUAL FUND Diamond Palladium Society ($100,000+) Allied Solutions, LLC City of Carmel Cheri & Rollie Dick Michael Feinstein & Terrence Flannery Zak Khan Platinum Palladium Society ($50,000-$99,999) Indiana Destination Development Corporation Gold Palladium Society ($25,000-$49,999) Nick and Joni Hrisomalos Leah & Eric Payne Jim & Ginny Purvis Payne & Mencias Group at Merrill Lynch Printing Partners Silver Palladium Society ($15,000-$24,999) Indiana Arts Commission KAR Global Shepherd Insurance Bronze Palladium Society ($10,000-$14,999) Susan & Andy Anderson William M. Goodwin John & Marianne Hart 52

Dimitrios & Viviana Koukoulomatis Jeffrey C. McDermott Suzanne & Ron Mencias Karen & Donald Perez Lei Shen & Soomin Park Jayne Ann & Doug Wilson The Barrington of Carmel Drewry Simmons Vornehm, LLP Hoosier Village J.C. Hart Company, Inc. Old Town Companies Pedcor Companies Telamon Corporation Urban Vines Winery & Brewery Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circle ($5,000-$9,999) Margaret & Adam Arceneaux Melissa & Bradon Barnes Frank & Katrina Basile Eloise L. Bowers Barbara & Michael Branic Randy & Libby Brown David A. Burnett Eric Daugherty & Delia RivasDaugherty Ann & Kenneth Dee Del Demaree Missy (Melissa) Eldredge John & Barbara Gallina Philip & Patricia Gibson Shane & Jana Hageman Cheryl A. Harmon-Terrana Young & Stephanie Kim Steve & Kathy Krusie Sandra Lynch & Aidan Moran Rod & Jayme McComas Justin & Jennifer Moffett Mo Merhoff & Paul Reis Jane & Mark Niederberger J. Daniel & Elizabeth Philpott Brian G. & Anne Hensley Poindexter Jimmy & Bailey Rayford Debbie & Mike Rechin Bruce & Jan Reynolds Mr. & Mrs. Tony Robertson

Judith Roudebush Quinn & Ali Shepherd Giving Fund Laurie Siler Larry & Sandra Speer Dr. Pamela A. Steed David & Victoria Temple Ambassador & Mrs. Randall L. Tobias Susan Tobin Rosemary & Paxton Waters W. Michael & Sue Wells Pam & Bill Williams Jennifer & Lebbeus Woods Jeff & Shari Worrell Xiao Ou Yuan & Lindsay Hicks Applegate & Dillman Elder Law Faegre Drinker Fi3 Family Office Marquis Commercial Solutions Tom Wood Automotive Directorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circle ($2,500-$4,999) Patricia & Rafik Bishara Elizabeth Chamberlin Alan Goldsticker Steve & Sandra Hageman Mr. & Mrs. William Hammer Douglas & Tammy Haney Sally & James Hubbard Matthew & Tracy Jacobson Richard & Karen Kohlmann Gary Larreategui Jim Leslie Dr. Greg & Rose-Ann Mazanek Jeff & Clare Quinn Greg B. Reynolds Pat & John Schuler Mr. Ronald B. Schwier & Ms. Marti T. Starkey Fred & Judith Thorne Jim Washburn & Susan Stayer Dr. & Mrs. Robert D. Yee Anonymous (2) Arts Midwest Touring Fund

Founders Circle ($1,000-$2,499) Cindy & Kevin Beauchamp Dr. Christine Bishop & Hank Wong Nick & Debbie Blauwiekel Deb & Mike Bush Carl Butler & Jeff Goens John Chlapik Joan & Larry Cimino Drs. Molly & Jeff Cooke Bill & Angela Corley Julie & Cary Curry Waneta Dunkerly Craig & Marsha Dunkin Helen M. Eby Dr. Howard Eigen John A. Ericson Elizabeth Fuller Lynda Goeke & Don Katz Jim & Susan Goldman Dr. & Mrs. Thomas R. Green Dr. Jeff & Nancy Greenberg Gripp Family Dr. & Mrs. Tim Hannon Nancy S. Heck Andrew & Dawn Hein Diane & Jack Houtman Susan G. Johnson Steven & Jacque Kirsh Kendra M. Latta Tina & Gary Malone Mary Ann & Jim Meyer Scott & Bethany Morrow Jackie Nytes & Michael O'Brien Michael Pettry & John Mainella Scott & Kristin Pike Scott Putney & Susan Sawyer Mr. and Mrs. Gary A. Reynolds Cathy Rooney & Rick Moyer Armen & Marie-Claude Shanafelt Dave & Judy Sholly Don & Candace Shuck Gayle and Jon Simala, MD Susan Springirth Betty & James Streeter Jim & Vickie Theis Glenn & Cheryl Troyer List continued on next page. 53

Saundra & Mark Truett Mitch & Julie Tull Ashley M. Ulbricht Brian & Carol Urbanski Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Whitaker William & Maureen Winingham Bob & Barbara Wolf Diana & Dan Yates Jonathan Byrd's MBP Distinctive Catering Advocate ($500-$999) James & Betsy Backe Biddle Foundation Ron & Ann Thompson Brock Ruth & Robert Brown Stanley & Connie Campbell Charles & Ann Conrad Luanne & Lawrence Dewey James & Sarah Dicks Thomas & Judith Ertl Drs. William & Julie Fecht Beverly & Tom Feller Peggy Ford Don & Pam Gottwald Sue Ellen Greenlee Mary Ann Hart & Doug Tatum Steve & Shannon Hawkins Brad & Jeanine Haynes Bill & Nancy Heath Robert & Doreen Kachur Kevin Keating Mike & Kim Keller Bob & Sandee Kleymeyer Aaron & Kara Klopfenstein John R. Koven & Neeka Parks-Koven Kraabel Charitable Foundation, Inc. Karen Mangia Jerry & Wendy Meredith Michael & Elizabeth Messaglia Albert & Diane Moore the Payne Family Foundation, a fund of The Indianapolis Foundation John & Libby Perkins Scott & Kristin Pike 54

Karen & Darrell Richey Capi Seeger Scheidler Michael & Lesley Semo Steven & Robin Tames Kathleen Thomas James E. Tisdale Tip & Margaret Tollison Patty & Wayne Tush Mr. & Mrs. John Valentine Mark & Ann Varnau Sara Wessel Carolyn & Doug Willard Lew & Lisa Willis Ritz Charles Supporter ($250-$499) Luke A-C John & Ramona Adams Andy Ball & Jason Cannon Edwin & Mary Banta Renee Bilgram Gary & Pam Bollier Mrs. Sydney Jeanne Book Steve & Carolyn Brody Mimi & Terry Brookie Mickey and P T Buntin Jim & Joyce Burrell Rick & Laura Campbell Pattie Clifford Janet & Mervyn Cohen Robert & Mary Coma Ron & Dorothy Conley Patrick R. Corsi Jack & Karen Crane Peter & Carol Czajkowski Sheila Delaney Jeannine Deroy Michael & Margie Draper Phil & Cindy Faris Kristen Ferger Bronwen & Marvin Ferguson Richard Frey Frank & Nancy Fults Megan & Marty Gregor Barbara & Robert Gregory

Richard & Cathy Hahn Bruce & Mary Hakes Steve & Liz Hanes Barbara & John Hassell Dennis & Amy Haworth Patrick & Diane Healey Ronald Held Dr. Stephen & Susan Henson Robert & Wendy Hester Dr. & Mrs. David & Louisa Hollander David & Leanne Jackson Robert & Margie Jackson Jean Jansen Katzenellenbogen Mansavage Family Andy Keller Family Brian & Maggie Kelly Nick & Katy Kestner Family Fund Drs. Geoffrey & Carol Keyes Marjorie Kimes Pat Kirn Frederick Kraft Jim & Jean Kraft Nancy & Otto Krohn Irene & Donald Lange Robin & Tom Ledyard Jan & Jeff Lefton Dr. & Mrs. R. Stephen Lehman Vera Long Mr. Roberto & Priscila Machado Dale & Sharon Mansberger Dr. William K. McGarvey Laura & Dan Moriarity Isobel Murphy Ken & Ellen Narva Gregory & Wendy Phillips Jim & Carol Phillips Dr. John & Mrs. Jennifer Pritchett Dana Randall Vijay Rao & Sunila Reddy Ken & Debra Renkens Tim & Dee Renner Sandra Ruby David Sabatier Libby & Mark Saunders John & Madelaine Schiering Brian & Christine Seitz

Jerry & DeAnn Shrewsbury Jeff & Sarah Steeg Jerry Steinfeld Cherilyn Stephens Glen & Teresa Stewart Ray & Kelly Strickland Jim & Maureen Sulkowski Robert & Suellen Swaney Joseph & Amy Szwed Joe & Jill Tanner Cindy Teeters Daniel & Kristine Tennant Richard & Jacqueline Thompson Dr. & Mrs. William M. Tierney Tim & Phyllis Todd Mark & Denise Vanderhagen Robert V. Vermillion Nan & Robert Webber Dr. Lawrence Weeda, Jr. Drs. Rick & Annelle Weymuth Michael & Patricia Wilson Larry & Carolyn Woodling AlphaGraphics Thurston Springer Miller Herd & Titak

MEMORIAL & HONOR GIFTS In memory of Thomas W. Bowers Eloise Bowers In honor of Jan & Bruce Reynolds Greg B. Reynolds

MATCHING GIFT COMPANIES Bank of America Charitable Foundation Duke Energy Foundation Duke Realty Inc. Eli Lilly and Company Foundation GE Foundation RMR Group Salesforce

ENDOWMENT DIRECTED GIFTS Indianapolis Colts List continued on next page. 55

PALLADIO SOCIETY

Jim Ackerman Family Ascension St. Vincent Katrina & Frank Basile Beck's Hybrids The Carruthers Family Cheri & Rollie Dick Jean Yorke Memorial Fund, a fund of Central Indiana Community Foundation Pedcor Companies Shiel Sexton Co. Inc.

LEGACY SOCIETY The Legacy Society recognizes and thanks dedicated individuals who are leaving a future legacy to the Center for the Performing Arts. Through their generosity, these individuals have demonstrated their commitment to the future of the Center and the health of the arts community for Central Indiana.

Cheri & Rollie Dick Jeffrey C. McDermott Susan Springirth

BRIDGE CAMPAIGN We hold steadfast that the arts are key to bringing joy, beauty, hope, laughter, education, entertainment and economic development in good times and in more trying times alike. In the midst of the Covid-19 crisis, the Center for the Performing Arts faces unique obstacles, and among those are financial concerns. And yet, our mission continues – perhaps more important than ever, in fact – but through new forms of delivery, media and outreach to the community. Established to ensure the Center for the Performing Arts continues its mission to Central Indiana in spite of the Covid-19 crisis, these donors gave generously to the Bridge Campaign. And for that, a grateful community says thank you. 56

BRIDGE CAMPAIGN CABINET Rollie Dick, Founding Board Chair Frank Basile, Past Board Chair Don Gottwald, Past Board Chair Eric Payne, Past Board Chair Melissa Barnes, Immediate-past Board Chair Zak Khan, Current Board Chair

FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY

BRIDGE CAMPAIGN DONORS Margaret & Adam Arceneaux Melissa & Bradon Barnes Frank & Katrina Basile Barbara & Mike Branic Randy & Libby Brown Henry Camferdam, Jr. Fund, a fund of Hamilton County Community Foundation Ann & Kenneth Dee Del Demaree Cheri & Rollie Dick John & Barbara Gallina Don & Pam Gottwald Douglas & Tammy Haney Cheryl Harmon-Terrana Nancy S. Heck Kevin Jennings & Tomisue Hilbert Nick & Joni Hrisomalos Zak Khan Young & Stephanie Kim Steve & Kathy Krusie Mo Merhoff & Paul Reis Jane & Mark Niederberger J. Daniel & Elizabeth Philpott Brian G. & Anne Hensley Poindexter Jim & Ginny Purvis Cathy Rooney & Rick Moyer Dr. Stephen Shideler Michael L. Smith & Susan L. Smith Family Fund, a fund of Hamilton County Community Foundation David & Victoria Temple Ambassador & Mrs. Randall L. Tobias W. Michael & Sue Wells Jennifer & Lebbeus Woods

FACIAL COVERINGS ARE REQUIRED PHYSICALLY DISTANCE 6 FEET WHEN POSSIBLE WASH OR SANITIZE YOUR HANDS REGULARLY COUGH OR SNEEZE INTO YOUR ELBOW AVOID GATHERING IN GROUPS

BE RESPECTFUL TO OTHERS

YO U R S U P P O RT M A K E S T H E A RT S A N D M U S I C

P O SS I B L E ! Here are three easy ways to make a secure online donation to the Center or our sister organization, the Great American Songbook Foundation: • Text PALLADIUM to 41444 • Scan the QR code at left • Visit TheCenterPresents.org/Donate

• Text SONGBOOK to 91999 • Scan the QR code at left • Visit TheSongbook.org/Donate

The mission of the Center for the Performing Arts is to engage and inspire the Central Indiana community through enriching arts experiences. The mission of the Great American Songbook Foundation is to inspire and educate by celebrating the Great American Songbook. 58

The Center for the Performing Arts is a 501(c)3 nonprofit educational, arts, and cultural organization. Donations to the Center are tax-deductible and are greatly appreciated.

Friends

Board of Directors Michael Feinstein Founder Roger Schmelzer Chair Carolyn E. Anker Immediate Past Chair Karen Kelsey Vice Chair Rollin Dick Treasurer William Hammer Secretary Melissa Stapleton Barnes Libby Brown Gary Carnow Marc Cherry Terrence Flannery Karen Ellerbrook Peggy Ford Don Gottwald Stan Hurt Kate Edelman Johnson Riki Kane Larimer Paul Lowden Maria Ferrer Murdock Izabela Ozdemir Troy Payner, M.D. Charles Simons, D.D.S., M.S.D. Michael Strunsky Lynn Weidner Michael Feinstein (Member Emeritus) Irwin Helford (Member Emeritus) Ronald G. Shaw (Member Emeritus)

Thank you to the following individuals and organizations that have contributed to the Great American Songbook Foundation annual fund during the past year. This list reflects gifts received through September 30, 2020. For more information, please contact the Development Office at 317.819.3520.

ANNUAL FUND Diamond Songbook Legacy ($100,000+) City of Carmel Marc Cherry Michael Feinstein & Terrence Flannery William M. Goodwin Sue & Paul Lowden Seedlings Foundation Bren Simon Songbook Society Platinum ($50,000-$99,999) The Music Man Foundation National Endowment for the Arts Gold Songbook Legacy ($25,000-$49,999) Robert & Melody Grand Francine A. LeFrak and the Samuel and Ethel LeFrak Trust Dr. & Mrs. Charles M. Simons Bill & Lynn Weidner Indiana Destination Development Corporation Institute of Museum and Library Services

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Silver Songbook Legacy ($15,000-$24,999) Randy & Libby Brown Peggy Ford Stan & Sandy Hurt Vivian Serota

Jeffrey C. McDermott Jim & Ginny Purvis Brian and Kelly Smith

Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation Indiana Arts Commission Central Indiana Senior Fund, a CICF Fund Ruth's Chris Steak House The Ted Snowdon Foundation

Broadway Show ($2,500-$4,999) Carla Gordon Pat & John Schuler Dr. Pamela Steed James B. Winner

Bronze Songbook Legacy ($10,000$14,999) Lisa & Paul Andre Mr. and Mrs. Terry W. Anker Beineke Memorial Fund, a fund of Central Indiana Community Foundation Gary Carnow Don & Pam Gottwald Karen & Doug Kelsey Riki Kane Larimer Maria Ferrer Murdock Izabela & Ersal Ozdemir Troy Payner & Cara Peggs Roger Schmelzer & Lucinda Phillips Sunny Sessa American Senior Communities Christel DeHaan Family Foundation Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation Hollywood Musical ($5,000-$9,999) Diane & John Abrams Philanthropic Fund Melissa & Bradon Barnes Maureen Charles Michael Charles Hal Brody & Don Smith Cheri & Rollie Dick Michael & Margie Draper Bronwen & Marvin Ferguson William & Barb Hammer Jim & Ray Luther-Pfeil 60

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Arts Midwest The Edward and Helen Oppenheimer Foundation Cabaret ($1,000-$2,499) Jack Bethards Mrs. Sydney Jeanne Book Helen M. Eby Howard Eigen Mr. & Mrs. Mark Fine Sam & Mary Haskell Rick & Cindy Leffler Chris & Kelli Lewis Ruth Ann & Bob Loser Timothy S. Needler Dr. Michael & Sharon O'Hair Michael Pettry & John Mainella James & Lilah Rabe Bruce & Jan Reynolds Bruce Sloane Jon & Cleo Sonneborn Susan Springirth Sheila M. Stone Saundra & Mark Truett Mitch & Julie Tull Dr. Lawrence Weeda, Jr. Anonymous George Zimmerman Classical Concerts The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation

Big Band ($500-$999) Tita Cahn The Di Leo Family Leslee & Wayne Feinstein Roger & Susan Frick Marianne Glick & Mike Woods Tom & Priscilla Johnson Marjorie Kimes Thomas Kinney Ron & Linda Maus Dr. Greg & Rose-Ann Mazanek Joe & Lisa Miller The Rains Family, Michael, Kathryn & Logan Rains Reese Family Foundation for Christ, Inc. Charles Richardson Michael Scott The Shelton Family Jerry & DeAnn Shrewsbury Joel Ulster & Michael Hertzman Robert Zaret Anonymous Peggy Lee Associates, LLC Tin Pan Alley ($250-$499) Sheryl Anastas Ruth Bank Elbert Bradshaw Sheila Delaney Mr. & Mrs. Hector DesMoine Janice Fitzgerald Roger & Susan Frick Joan & David Golding Mary Kay Graham Brent & Linda Hartman Linda Hope Karen E. Kennedy Howard & Sarah Knight Steve & Joni La Schiazza Halle Lipton Lisa Lobdell Jerry & Harriet McDermott Mills Family Fund Robert Pullen & Luke Frazier Hesh Reinfeld John & Madelaine Schiering

Family of Gigi Sierra Spirit Music Group Robert & Suellen Swaney Elayne Techentin Hal & Kathy Thurston Chad & Lynn Winston Barbara Wulfe

MATCHING GIFT COMPANIES Apple, Inc. Bank of America Foundation Eli Lilly and Company Foundation

MEMORIAL & HONOR GIFTS

In honor of Michael Feinstein & Terrence Flannery Leslee & Wayne Feinstein In memory of Miss Ella Fitzgerald, the beloved First Lady of Song Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation In memory of Muriel & Bob Kennedy Karen Kennedy In memory of Mr. & Mrs. Adrian Levy, Jr. and Mr. & Mrs. Adrian Levy, Sr. The Edward and Helen Oppenheimer Foundation In memory of John Muldowny Sheila M. Stone In honor of Jan Reynolds Bruce Reynolds

LEGACY GIFTS The Legacy Society recognizes and thanks dedicated individuals who are leaving a future legacy to the Great American Songbook Foundation.

The Family of Louis F. Edelman Peggy Ford Jeffrey C. McDermott Janis Paige Susan Springirth 61

THANK YOU The Center thanks the following major partners.

These activities made possible in part with support from the Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.