23-24 Applause Volume 2 - Fall 2023

APPLAUSE!

OUTSIDE THE BOX

Jazz boundary-breaker

Bill Frisell brings two new combos to the Palladium

FALL 2023 OFFICIAL PROGRAM

THE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

WELCOME TO THE CENTER!

Fall has arrived, and with its golden hues and cooling temperatures comes an eclectic and entertaining lineup of artists here at the Center for the Performing Arts.

What a mix we’ll see in the coming weeks, from bluesman Robert Cray to the U.S. Marine Band, from gritty singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams to the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble, from the R&B stylings of Uptown to the classic pop of the Righteous Brothers. There’s a celebration of Pink Floyd by the 10-piece tribute band Wish You Were Here; a salute to Harry Chapin by his own extended family; and a “deranged” orchestral-rock evening of Police hits led by founding drummer Stewart Copeland

Need more variety? How about Swedish indie-folk artist The Tallest Man on Earth; a masterclass in cartoon music with the cast of Animaniacs; tales of the paranormal from TV ghost hunter Amy Bruni; or an evening of boundarybreaking jazz with Bill Frisell and Ambrose Akinmusire (see cover story on Page 6)

Bringing a wide array of sounds and sights to the community is central to our nonprofit mission here at the Center, and it’s possible only with the support of our volunteers, donors, corporate and community partners, and patrons like you. Thank you!

What also sets the Center apart is our broad range of educational and experiential opportunities for people of all ages: music programs and camps for toddlers and preschoolers, reading clubs for kids and adults, classes in stand-up comedy and vocal and instrumental music, guest speakers, expert lectures, and free matinee performances for school groups, with grants available to cover their transportation costs. That’s all part of the mission, too.

We’re so glad you could join us for this event. Browse the pages that follow –and visit us at TheCenterPresents.org – to learn why you should come back. We hope to see you often this season!

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THE COLLABORATOR

GUITARIST BILL FRISELL DRAWS INSPIRATION FROM WORKING WITH OTHER ARTISTS

BY SCOTT HALL

Unusual collaborations have been a hallmark of Bill Frisell’s career for decades, so it’s entirely on-brand that the venerated guitarist, composer and arranger will perform with two unconventional and entirely different combos when he visits the Center in October.

To be sure, Frisell has solid jazz credentials, having studied in the 1970s under guitar legend Jim Hall and gaining attention in the early ’80s as a session player at ECM Records and sideman for veteran drummer Paul Motian. Since then, however, his musical path has been far from typical.

These days, the multiple-Grammy nominee is known as an Americana innovator as much as a jazz cat, blending folk, country, blues, rock and other genres into a style marked by subtlety and space rather than blazing speed. His sonic signature includes the use of electronic effects such as reverb, echo and looping to conjure atmospheric layers of sound. He has collaborated with folk singers, classical orchestras and New York avant-garde pioneers. He has interpreted traditional standards and works by composers as diverse as Thelonious Monk, Aaron Copeland and John Lennon.

Playing the Palladium on Oct. 21 for the first time since a 2017 appearance with saxophonist Charles Lloyd, Frisell will perform with both halves of a coheadlined tour. His new ensemble, the Bill Frisell FIVE, is an amalgam of musicians who have backed him in the past in various formats: bassists Thomas Morgan and Tony Scherr and drummers Rudy Royston and Kenny Wollesen.

The other combo is Owl Song, a trio led by Grammy-nominated West Coast trumpeter-composer Ambrose Akinmusire, with Frisell on guitar and New Orleans-based drummer Herlin Riley. Frisell and Akinmusire have worked together frequently since they first met in 2013 while playing together at, of all things, a birthday tribute to singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell. Like the FIVE, this unusual lineup has performed only a handful of times.

By phone from New York City, where he was playing a weeklong stand at the Village Vanguard after returning from a European tour, Frisell discussed the origins of these new projects. The following interview has been edited for clarity and length.

Applause: Your new combo, the FIVE, is essentially a double trio. How does that work?

Frisell: It's something I've been thinking about for years, and then it just took forever to get everything all lined up. I just had this dream about all these guys I played with so much, in a trio with Rudy and Thomas, and then a trio with Kenny and Tony, and then sometimes Kenny and Thomas will play or sometimes Rudy and Tony will play, and I’ve played duo with all of them, so the connections are super strong. When we finally did it, it was like the most far-out thing for me, being right in the midst of this. I'm surrounded by all these guys, and I'm getting this incredible sort of stereo thing going on. I probably have the best seat in the house.

The choices that Tony makes, just intuitively, are not the things that Thomas would do, and the same with Rudy and Kenny, so it feels like they can really play. No one has to hold back or edit anything, so this amazing counterpoint starts happening. Like the drums, I really wasn't sure how that would work, but they both seem to be completely free, and no one's tiptoeing around each other. It's like they can really go full out, and somehow it's working. I think it's more about the way the personalities of the people themselves are interacting with each other. It's not so much about the instrument. It's more about the way of thinking that they all have.

What do you enjoy about working with Ambrose Akinmusire?

He's like one of my heroes, he's so fearless. He just has something in his imagination about that combination (of instruments), and now, I'm really excited that we actually get to see where it can go from there. Every time I hear Ambrose or play with him, I come away having to rethink things, or it's just super inspiring as a person and as a musician.

You seem almost driven to collaborate with as many people in as many styles as possible. Obviously you draw inspiration from working in these different settings.

That's my whole musical life. Every time I play with someone else, that's how I learn, and you learn so fast. You know, you can practice all you want, and then if you just sit down with somebody for a minute, it's like, you learn a thousand times faster. I just thrive on that, I think. I've been so lucky too, in that way, just so many opportunities that come up.

You studied clarinet in younger days. Does that affect how you approach music now?

My heart never was really in it, but I did it for a long time. All the way through even two years of college I was a music major with clarinet, and you know, I always did well, first chair and all this stuff, but somehow, I wasn't connected spiritually or something. But then years later, I realize how much I'm so thankful for all the basics, learning to read and learning to count and playing in an orchestra or a band and trying to blend with other instruments.

And also the breathing, playing a wind instrument – I still find myself breathing with what I'm playing. It's sort of connected to your body more, or the way your natural breathing or phrasing would happen. My memory of the clarinet is like there’s sort of a pressure, you're blowing through this thing, and there's pressure in your body, and I think that feeling has impacted the way I play guitar, too.

You seem to favor solid-body electric guitars, in particular the Fender Telecaster, which is not traditionally considered a jazz guitar. What do you like about it? (Commonly associated with country music, the “Tele” was one of the first mass-produced solid-body guitars, with a simple design dating to 1950.)

Well, everything just works, you know? It's so simple, it’s like they got it right, way back then. There's nothing really that you don't need, but it's got everything you do need. And then also, I have to say, I do love playing other guitars, but it's the traveling part that’s just such a challenge. So a Telecaster, you can drag it behind a truck or something and it will probably come out still playable, where if you had some fine archtop guitar, to try to get that on an airplane, it's just hopeless these days. So a lot of it’s just the practical part, too. With a screwdriver, you can kind of take it apart and put it back together and fix it. But I do love Telecasters.

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SPECIAL EVENT LIFE WITH THE AFTERLIFE:

TRUE TALES OF THE PARANORMAL WITH GHOST HUNTER AMY BRUNI

Saturday, September 16, at 8pm | The Tarkington

Amy Bruni began her professional career as a paranormal investigator in 2007 when she joined the cast of SyFy’s Ghost Hunters, eventually starring in 116 episodes. Now, she’s the co-star and executive producer of The Travel Channel’s Kindred Spirits and hosts the wildly popular Haunted Road podcast. In her live appearances, Bruni shares her unique approach to interacting with the spirits of the dead, along with hair-raising tales from her countless hours hunting ghosts at America’s most haunted locations. By the end of the night, you will question everything you thought you knew about the spirit world.

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UPTOWN: MOTOWN REMIXED

Thursday, September 28, at 7:30pm | The Palladium

From New York City, the epicenter of contemporary pop and soul, Uptown is a group that combines the smooth stylings of classic R&B with the fresh hits of today – the perfect mix of Bruno Mars-caliber stage presence with the vocals of Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. Each member of the collective is a soloist, bringing a unique flavor that will have any crowd on its feet dancing and singing along. Regardless of the genre or era of music, Uptown exudes freshness and fun in a way that everyone will enjoy.

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ANIMANIACS: IN CONCERT

Thursday, October 5, at 7:30pm | The Palladium

Known for topical and multilayered humor that appeals to all ages, the Animaniacs TV series was an instant classic when it debuted in the 1990s. Now, the interactive stage production Animaniacs: In Concert stars the original Emmy-winning composer, Randy Rogel, on piano and actors Rob Paulsen (the Emmy-winning voice of Pinky and Yakko on Animaniacs) and Maurice LaMarche (The Brain), performing tunes and sharing fascinating and hilarious behind-the-scenes tales of how the characters, stories and songs were developed. Video clips from the series accompany this rollicking ride through the creative process.

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THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS: BILL MEDLEY & BUCKY HEARD

Friday, October 6, at 8pm | The Palladium

Blue-eyed soul pioneers the Righteous Brothers are back! With a string of No. 1 classics – including the most played song in radio history, “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” – the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame duo of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield topped the charts in four decades. Medley has continued to perform since Hatfield’s death in 2003 and has been joined more recently by tenor vocalist Bucky Heard to carry on the legacy of hits including “(You're My) Soul and Inspiration" and “Rock and Roll Heaven.”

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KATZ, SAPPER & MILLER POP/ROCK SERIES THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH

Sunday, October 8, at 7pm | The Palladium

Known onstage as The Tallest Man on Earth, Swedish singer-songwriter Kristian Matsson has drawn comparisons to Bob Dylan with his deft guitar work, poetic lyrics and gritty voice. He first gained fame in the United States with his critically acclaimed 2008 debut album Shallow Grave and a subsequent tour opening for Bon Iver. After five sparsely recorded albums focused on voice and guitar, Matsson’s new release Henry St. was recorded with other musicians in a band setting.

SPECIAL EVENT THE ROBERT CRAY BAND

Wednesday, October 11, at 7:30pm | The Palladium

Over the past four decades, guitarist and singer-songwriter Robert Cray has created a signature sound that rises from American roots, blues, soul and R&B, with five Grammy wins and 20 acclaimed studio and live albums. The Blues Hall of Famer is now touring the U.S. and the U.K. for the first time since the 2020 release of his album That’s What I Heard, produced by longtime collaborator and bandmate Steve Jordan, drummer for Cray and such artists as the Rolling Stones.

"One of the most reliably gifted and accessible guitarists around …. Equal parts soul man and blues belter, Cray presides over a crack band." – NPR

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WISH YOU WERE HERE: THE SIGHT & SOUND OF PINK FLOYD

Saturday, October 14, at 8pm | The Palladium

Formed in 1987, Wish You Were Here is one of the world’s longest continually performing Pink Floyd tribute acts, recreating the mood and intensity of the Floydian concert experience with its spectacular multimedia stage production. The 10-piece group is celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Dark Side of the Moon with a full performance of the iconic album, plus other classics and obscurities from throughout the history of the legendary British progressive rock band – all 100 percent live with no prerecorded tracks.

ENCORE SERIES

LUCINDA WILLIAMS AND HER BAND: DON’T TELL ANYBODY THE SECRETS TOUR

Sunday, October 15, at 7pm | The Palladium

Recovering from a 2020 stroke that limited her guitar ability but not her unmistakable vocal style, acclaimed singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams is back with a candid memoir, Don’t Tell Anybody the Secrets I Told You, and a tour to support her brandnew 16th studio album, Stories from a Rock n Roll Heart. The collection features guest appearances by artists including Margo Price, Buddy Miller, Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa, as well as tributes to two of the multiple Grammy winner’s own late musical heroes, Tom Petty and Replacements guitarist Bob Stinson. The touring band includes longtime Williams collaborators David Sutton on bass, Butch Norton on drums, and Doug Pettibone and Stuart Mathis on guitars.

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STEWART COPELAND:

POLICE DERANGED FOR ORCHESTRA

Thursday, October 19, at 7:30pm | The Palladium

Stewart Copeland’s Police Deranged for Orchestra is a high-energy orchestral evening celebrating a career that has spanned more than four decades. Copeland is best known as the founder and drummer of the Police, as well as a seasoned and prolific composer in opera, ballet and orchestral music. This production – featuring a 28-piece orchestra, three vocalists and a rock trio with Copeland on drums – is packed with Police hits such as “Roxanne,” “Don’t Stand So Close to Me” and “Message in a Bottle.”

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HARRY CHAPIN AT 80: A RETROSPECTIVE, FEATURING THE CHAPIN

FAMILY

Friday, October 20, at 8pm | The Palladium

Backed by the Harry Chapin Band, two generations of the musical Chapin Family will gather to bring the songs of the late Harry Chapin to life, including classics such as “Cat’s in the Cradle,” “Taxi,” “W.O.L.D.” and “Circle.” Backed by original band members Big John Wallace on bass and Howard Fields on drums, the performers include Tom Chapin, Steve Chapin, Jen Chapin and the Chapin Sisters (Abigail and Lily), all award-winning artists with active careers and multiple recordings who just happen to be related, and who love making music together.

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BILL FRISELL FIVE AND AMBROSE AKINMUSIRE’S OWL SONG

Saturday, October 21, at 8pm | The Palladium

Two of contemporary jazz’s greatest innovators team up for an evening of new sounds. Legendary guitarist Bill Frisell’s new band FIVE features four longtime collaborators: bassists Thomas Morgan and Tony Scherr and drummers Rudy Royston and Kenny Wollesen, all of whom have played with Frisell in various trio and duo combinations. Opening the night will be Owl Song, a trio led by Grammy-nominated trumpeter and composer Ambrose Akinmusire that features Frisell and drummer Herlin Riley.

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SPECIAL EVENT

"THE PRESIDENT'S OWN" UNITED STATES MARINE BAND

Friday, October 27, at 8pm | The Palladium

Tickets for this free event will be available in September. The Marine Band is America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization. Founded in 1798 and known as “The President’s Own” since the days of Thomas Jefferson, the Marine Band’s primary mission is to provide music for the President of the United States and the Commandant of the Marine Corps. In the style of former Director John Philip Sousa, who initiated the concert tour tradition in 1891, Marine Band Director Col. Jason K. Fettig has programmed a mix of works including traditional band repertoire, Sousa marches, contemporary compositions, vocal and instrumental solos and a patriotic salute to the Armed Forces.

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CHAMBER ENSEMBLE

Saturday, October 28, at 8pm | The Palladium

Formed in 1967, the Academy Chamber Ensemble draws its membership from the world-renowned London-based chamber orchestra the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields. The Chamber Ensemble performs larger-scale chamber music repertoire under the direction of Academy Director Tomo Keller, with regular tours of Europe and North America and more than 30 album projects for the Philips Classics, Hyperion and Chandos labels. This performance features a mixed octet of winds and strings performing a program of Nielsen, Dvorák and Beethoven.

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LIFE WITH THE AFTERLIFE: TRUE TALES OF THE PARANORMAL WITH AMY BRUNI

Saturday, September 16 at 8pm | The Tarkington

UPTOWN: MOTOWN REMIXED

Thursday, September 28 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

ANIMANIACS: IN CONCERT

Thursday, October 5 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

THE RIGHTEOUS BROTHERS: BILL MEDLEY & BUCKY HEARD

Friday, October 6 at 8pm | The Palladium

THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH

Sunday, October 8 at 7pm | The Palladium

THE ROBERT CRAY BAND

Wednesday, October 11 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

WISH YOU WERE HERE: THE SIGHT AND SOUND OF PINK FLOYD

Saturday, October 14 at 8pm | The Palladium

LUCINDA WILLIAMS AND HER BAND: DON’T TELL ANYBODY THE SECRETS TOUR

Sunday, October 15 at 7pm | The Palladium

STEWART COPELAND: POLICE DERANGED FOR ORCHESTRA

Thursday, October 19 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

HARRY CHAPIN AT 80: A RETROSPECTIVE, FEATURING THE CHAPIN FAMILY

Friday, October 20 at 8pm | The Palladium

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SPECIAL EVENTS

BILL FRISELL FIVE AND AMBROSE AKINMUSIRE’S OWL SONG

Saturday, October 21 at 8pm | The Palladium

"THE PRESIDENT’S OWN" UNITED STATES MARINE BAND

Friday, October 27 at 8pm | The Palladium

ACADEMY OF ST. MARTIN IN THE FIELDS CHAMBER ENSEMBLE

Saturday, October 28 at 8pm | The Palladium

AN EVENING WITH BRUCE COCKBURN

Wednesday, November 1 at 7:30pm | The Tarkington

AS WE SPEAK: BÉLA FLECK, ZAKIR HUSSAIN, EDGAR MEYER WITH RAKESH CHAURASIA

Thursday, November 2 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

GRACE POTTER

Friday, November 3 at 8pm | The Palladium

ETTA MAY

Friday, November 3 at 7:30pm | The Tarkington

AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH DAVID FOSTER & KATHARINE MCPHEE

Saturday, November 4 at 8pm | The Palladium

TRES SOULS

Saturday, November 4 at 8pm | The Tarkington

THE LITTLE MERMEN: THE ULTIMATE DISNEY TRIBUTE BAND

Sunday, November 5 at 3pm & 7pm | The Tarkington

EASTON CORBIN

Thursday, November 9 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

GREGORIAN: PURE CHANTS

Friday, November 10 at 8pm | The Palladium

CANDACE BUSHNELL: TRUE TALES OF SEX, SUCCESS, AND SEX AND THE CITY

Sunday, November 12 at 7pm | The Palladium

ANNE SOFIE VON OTTER & BROOKLYN RIDER: SONGS OF LOVE AND DEATH

Friday, November 17 at 8pm | The Palladium

MESHELL NDEGEOCELLO

Saturday, November 18 at 8pm | The Palladium

THE BLACK MARKET TRUST

Sunday, November 19 at 7pm | The Palladium

VIENNA BOYS CHOIR: CHRISTMAS IN VIENNA

Friday, November 24 at 2pm | The Palladium

JIM BRICKMAN: A JOYFUL CHRISTMAS

Thursday, November 30 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

THE MIDTOWN MEN: HOLIDAY HITS

Friday, December 1 at 8pm | The Palladium

DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS CHRISTMAS TOUR 2023

Tuesday, December 5 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

JON MCLAUGHLIN: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Friday, December 8 at 8pm | The Palladium

PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND HOLIDAY SHOW

Saturday, December 9 at 8pm | The Palladium

BIG BAD VOODOO DADDY’S WILD & SWINGIN’ HOLIDAY PARTY

Wednesday, December 13 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

AN EVENING WITH BRANFORD MARSALIS

Friday, January 26 at 8pm | The Palladium

ALAN CUMMING & ARI SHAPIRO: OCH & OY! A CONSIDERED CABARET

Saturday, February 3 at 8pm | The Palladium

MARIACHI HERENCIA DE MÉXICO: HEREDEROS

Friday, February 9 at 8pm | The Palladium

SOFIA PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

Friday, February 23 at 8pm | The Palladium

ARETHA’S GOLD: CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE TRIBUTE TO ARETHA FRANKLIN

Saturday, February 24 at 8pm | The Palladium

THE IRISH TENORS

Friday, March 8 at 8pm | The Palladium

CARRIE NEWCOMER WITH PIANIST GARY WALTERS & STRING QUARTET

Saturday, March 9 at 8pm | The Tarkington

BRUCE HORNSBY WITH YMUSIC

Saturday, March 9 at 8pm | The Palladium

IMAGINATION MOVERS

Sunday, March 10 at 1pm & 4pm | The Tarkington

CROCE PLAYS CROCE: 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Saturday, March 30 at 1pm & 4pm | The Tarkington

AN EVENING WITH JESSE COOK

Sunday, April 7 at 7pm | The Tarkington

RAY CHEN

Friday, April 12 at 8pm | The Palladium

SAMMY MILLER AND THE CONGREGATION

Friday, April 19 at 8pm | The Palladium

RUMOURS: A FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE

Saturday, April 20 at 8pm | The Palladium

MICHAEL FEINSTEIN WITH SPECIAL GUEST

Friday, May 17 at 8pm | The Palladium

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ABOUT THE CENTER

The mission of the Center for the Performing Arts is to engage and inspire the Indiana community through enriching arts experiences.

The Center is a nonprofit arts and education organization responsible for the operation and programming of a three-venue campus at Carmel’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 Center’s venues have hosted over 3,100 performances and more than 1.3 million patrons representing all 92 counties in Indiana, all 50 states and 30-plus 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 – 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 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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OUR CORE VALUES

EXCELLENCE

We strive to exceed expectations and maintain the highest possible quality and professionalism in all our activities. We seek out artists, educators and programming of exceptional quality.

INNOVATION

We are creative, open to change and willing to take risks as an entrepreneurial leader in the performing arts field. We are committed to presenting novel and innovative programming.

COLLABORATION

We work together in a mission-driven spirit of teamwork, mutual support and the sharing of ideas and responsibilities.

We proactively pursue opportunities to collaborate with artists and community partners.

INCLUSION

We value and embrace all people and perspectives as we serve the entire Indiana community through a diverse range of programming and cultural experiences.

INTEGRITY

We demonstrate honesty, fairness and transparency, with a focus on the Center’s long-term success. We live up to our responsibilities and hold others accountable to do the same.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

The arts are for everyone.

The Center for the Performing Arts and the Great American Songbook Foundation strive to be models and leaders in the community by creating a welcoming, affirming environment that is anti-racist and dedicated to advancing social justice and human rights, in which all employees, patrons and other visitors feel safe, supported, respected and valued.

We treasure the arts for their unique ability to express the individual spirit while celebrating our common humanity. Our mission to engage, inspire and educate encompasses the entire Indiana community and leaves no room for exclusion or discrimination of any kind, whether based on race, color, age, sex, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, socioeconomic status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. Diversity, equity, inclusion and empowerment are essential principles that guide our decisions as an employer and as a presenter of public events.

ABOUT THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK FOUNDATION

The mission of the Great American Songbook Foundation is to inspire and educate by celebrating the Great American Songbook.

America has a rich tradition of creating music—classical, folk, pop, jazz, rock. The Great American Songbook consists of enduring standards, the songs that are played and sung over and over by multiple generations. These songs have a timeless meaning and resonance, whether they are days or decades old.

Based at the Palladium, the Great American Songbook Foundation is affiliated with the Center for the Performing Arts and is one of a handful of worldwide Cultural Affiliates of the Los Angeles-based GRAMMY Museum®. The Foundation carries out its unique mission to inspire and educate by celebrating the Great American Songbook in numerous ways:

• The Songbook Library & Archives houses documents, images and historic artifacts of songwriters Meredith Willson ( The Music Man) and Harold Arlen ( The Wizard of Oz) and artists like Natalie Cole, Andy Williams, and Sammy Davis, Jr.

• The Songbook Exhibit Gallery – free and open to the public – is a multimedia educational center with rotating exhibits exploring history and popular culture through the lens of music.

• The Songbook Academy ® is a national summer music intensive that provides pre-professional training, world class mentorship and performance experience for aspiring high school singers.

• Perfect Harmony is a music resource that provides care partners with generational music and activities to engage older adults through a shared music experience.

• The Songbook Hall of Fame recognizes singers, songwriters and other artists who have made significant contributions to the Great American Songbook, with a new class inducted each year.

EXHIBIT GALLERY HOURS: Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm

The Gallery is also open one hour prior to select Center Presents performances at the Palladium.

BEYOND THE STAGE!

Opportunities for Education and Experience at the Center

CHILD & ADULT MUSIC CLASS: ROW YOUR BOAT

Sep 8 -Oct 6 | The Palladium

Let's take a trip to the seaside! This session we will swim with fish, row in boats, and sing songs about sunshine as summer comes to a close. We’ll sing, clap, bounce, tap, play instruments, and learn rhymes centered around sea, sun, fish, and fun. You and your child will have a blast in this fantastically fun class of musical marine exploration. Child & Adult Music Class is presented in partnership with Westfield Veterinary Care.

LUMINARIES: MÓNICA M. MUÑOZ: THE IDENTITY OF A DANCER

Tuesday, September 26 | The Palladium

Puerto Rican professional dancer, teacher, choreographer and director Mónica M. Muñoz will share the story of how heritage, culture, tradition, lived experiences and external factors work to shape and define identity. She will share photographs, videos and stories depicting her Cuban mother’s and Ecuadorian father's journey to Puerto Rico and how she eventually made her way to Indianapolis, all driven by her passion and love for dance.

BEGINNER UKULELE

Sep 27- Oct 25 | The Palladium

Never played the ukulele but want to learn? This five-week class is for you! In this skills-based course, students will learn basic strums and chords by focusing on a new song each week. Students may remain in this group until they feel confident to move on to General Ukulele. Recommended for ages 14 and up.

LIVE AT THE CENTER

A LIVESTREAM AND IN-PERSON CONCERT SERIES

FEATURING INDIANA-BASED ARTISTS!

OKARA IMANI & THE CALL

NEOSOUL

Oct 18 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

JOHN BOYLE

BLUES/ROCK

Nov 29 at 7:30pm | The Studio Theater

CLARE LONGENDYKE

CLASSICAL PIANO

Jan 31 at 7:30pm | The Palladium

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PATRON SERVICES & AMENITIES

PARKING

Free self-parking is available in the Center Garage attached to the Tarkington building (enter from 3rd Avenue SW) and the Veterans Way Garage east of the Center (enter from Range Line Road).

Valet parking: Starting when doors open, valet parking is available at the West Lobby entrance for select performances. Valet presented in partnership with Jaguar Indianapolis, Land Rover Indianapolis, Tom Wood Volvo Cars. Valet may be purchased for $15 cash at the door or in advance through the Fifth Third Bank Box Office with your ticket purchase. This service is complimentary for drivers of Jaguars and Land Rovers.

ACCESSIBILITY

Accessible parking: Accessible parking spots are available along City Center Drive and also in the Center Garage on 3rd Avenue SW and the Veterans Way Garage off Range Line Road. Accessible valet parking is available at the Palladium’s West Lobby entrance.

Arrival: Street-level entry and elevator access are available in the Palladium's West Lobby at the 3rd Avenue entrance and also in the East Lobby near the Monon Greenway.

Seating: Wheelchair-accessible seating is available in all venues. Special seating arrangements may be made in advance by calling the Fifth Third Bank Box Office at 317.843.3800

RESTROOMS

Restrooms are located in the lower Salon level, Payne & Mencias Box Tier and Gallery level of the Palladium, and on the first floor in the lobby of the Studio Theater and the Tarkington. All restrooms are accessible.

COAT CHECK

Coat check services for Palladium patrons are available on a seasonal basis at the west side of the lower Salon level near the restrooms.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Concessions are available before the performance through intermission. Food and Beverages purchased at the Center are allowed in the theaters.

ASSISTED-LISTENING DEVICES & EARPLUGS

Assisted-listening devices and earplugs are available free of charge. Please see an usher for assistance.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

Please visit TheCenterPresents.org our current policies and procedures.

ELECTRONIC DEVICES

Mobile devices should be silenced and kept out of sight to avoid distracting from the performance. Use of professional cameras and recording devices is strictly prohibited in the theater.

SONGBOOK EXHIBIT GALLERY

Take the elevators to the Gallery level of the Palladium. Exhibit Gallery Hours: Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm One hour prior to select performances

LATE ARRIVAL POLICY

Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of house management. Video and audio simulcast of the performance is available in the lobbies for your convenience

EMERGENCY PROCEDURE

In the event of an emergency, you will be instructed by an announcement indicating the best method of exit. Please note the multiple red exit signs. For your safety, please exit in a calm and orderly manner.

FIREARMS

Guests are prohibited from bringing firearms onto the premises.

POLICY ON CHILDREN

Children 4 and older are welcome to attend performances. All patrons must have a ticket and be able to sit quietly throughout the performance. Children of all ages are welcome at Family Series shows with paid admission.

NO SMOKING

The Center for the Performing Arts campus is smoke-free.

WEATHER POLICY

The Center generally does not cancel performances due to inclement weather.

TOURS

Group tours of the Palladium are offered twice a month. For more information, visit TheCenterPresents.org/PalladiumTour. Or you may stop by the Fifth Third Bank Box Office during normal business hours for a brief look, pending availability.

VENUE RENTAL

The Center offers event spaces in various sizes and configurations for rent by performing groups, private individuals, businesses and community organizations, including the Palladium (1,500 seats), the Tarkington (500 seats) and the Studio Theater (200 seats). Let our experts help you determine which space best suits your needs. For pricing and availability, call 317.819.3520 or email Events@TheCenterPresents.org with event type, requested date(s) and expected attendance.

FIFTH THIRD BANK BOX OFFICE

ONLINE

Buy online at any time of day at TheCenterPresents.org. For the best available seats, purchase a series package and enjoy great savings on tickets.

FIFTH THIRD BANK BOX OFFICE AT THE PALLADIUM

Monday-Friday: 10am-6pm or until curtain

Saturday: 12pm-4pm & two hours prior to performance

Sunday: Two hours prior to performance

The Studio Theater and Tarkington Fifth Third Bank Box Office is open 60 minutes prior to performances.

PHONE

Order tickets by phone at 317.843.3800 or toll-free at 877.909.2787

STUDENT DISCOUNTS

Student tickets are available to select performances. Contact the Fifth Third Bank Box Office or visit TheCenterPresents.org for more discount information.

MILITARY AND FIRST RESPONDER DISCOUNTS

Discounted tickets for active and retired military personnel, first responders and their families are available for select performances. Contact the Fifth Third Bank Box Office or visit TheCenterPresents.org for more discount information.

GROUP SALES

Book your next outing for 10 or more people and you may save up to 20% on tickets. Contact Group Sales at 317.819.3503 or email Group@TheCenterPresents.org.

THE CENTER GIFT CERTIFICATES

Gift certificates applicable to all campus events are available in any denomination and may be purchased and redeemed online, by phone or at the Fifth Third Bank Box Office.

RESIDENT COMPANIES

Actors Theatre of Indiana

Carmel Symphony Orchestra

Central Indiana Dance Ensemble

Civic Theatre

Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre

Indiana Wind Symphony

Jamie R. Britton-Blanck Vice President Personal Trusts

STAFF & BOARD

Jeffrey C. McDermott

President/CEO

ADMINISTRATION

Jeff Steeg

Chief Operating Officer

Stephanie Carter Vice President of Human Resources

Cynthia Ille Director of Finance & Controller

Nancy Hamilton Accounting & Human Resources Manager

Michele Oakley Accounting Specialist

John A. Moskal II Director of IT

Maryan Douglas Executive Assistant

PROGRAMMING

Dan Kemer Vice President of Programming

Julia Shildmyer Director of Education & Community Engagement

Kristen Bales Education Associate

DEVELOPMENT

Kendra Latta, CFRE Vice President of Development

Kathy Pataluch Director of Individual Development

Lindsay Fish Director of Partnership Development

Sheila Delaney Director of Development Strategy & Research

Madison Miazgowicz

Individual Development Manager

Elizabeth Elliott Partnership Development Coordinator

Dianne Bonnici Donor Database Coordinator

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

Mark Truett Vice President of Marketing & Communications

Becky Lee Meacham Director of Marketing

Scott Hall Director of Communications

Katie Armel Social Media Manager

Kyle Acker Design Manager

Stephen Moore Marketing Associate

PATRON SERVICES

Brian Seitz

Director of Patron Services and Organizational Core Values

Beth Scott

Patron Services Manager

Kate Ochwat

Patron Services Assistant Manager

Sheryl Anastas

Patron Services Concierge

Bill Eckert

Jane Caskey

Erin McCreedy

Te'Arrow Hoggard

Lynn Ducat

Patron Services Associates

FACILITIES

Ed Penman

Vice President of Facilities

Jason Butrum

Director of Safety and Security

Ryan Gray

Director of Facilities

Andrew Taylor

Maintenance Engineer

EVENTS

Ramona Adams

Vice President of Events

Lisa Hillard

Director of Beverages

Nicole Chernish

Event Manager

Lexi Malott

Event Coordinator

Elizabeth Martine

Event Coordinator

Krista Layfield

Front of House Manager

Cindy Teeters

Lead House Manager

Kim Moe

Jennifer Kaufmann

Myra Carleton

Caleb Wiggins House Managers

Karen Knotts

Artist Concierge

PRODUCTION

Lisa Posson

Director of Production

Joe Wisner

Assistant Director of Production

Nick Brown

Lighting Director

Rob Glass

Lead Audio Engineer

Ben Dobler

Lead Video Engineer

Joshua Burton

Levi Townsend

Lizz Krull

Production Technicians

Joshua Hasty

Technical Director, The Tarkington

Brian Coon

Technical Director, The Studio Theater

GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK FOUNDATION

Chris Lewis

Executive Director

Renée La Schiazza

Director of Programs

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Chelsea Reynowsky

Program Coordinator

Jo Garcia

Assistant Director of Individual Development

Emily Rapoza

Director of Library & Archives

Anna LoPrete

Music Librarian

Elisabeth Hedges

Processing Archivist

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Barbara Branic, Chair

Kathleen Krusie, Vice Chair

Shane Hageman, Secretary

Sam Muse, Treasurer

Adam Arceneaux

Frank Basile

Elaine Bedel

Brian Burdick

Raju Chinthala

Ann Dee

Rollin Dick

Jayne During

Natalie Engledow

Bain Farris

John Gallina

Nancy Heck

Nicholas (Nick) F.

Hrisomalos, M.D. P.C.

Zak Khan

Michael Kubacki

Ira Maher

Ron Mencias

Soomin Park

Dan Philpott

Andre Porter

Minti Ray

Jimmy Rayford

Marty Rosenberg

Laurie Siler

David Temple

Brian Urbanski

Thomas Urick

W. Michael Wells

Xiao Ou Yuan

CONTACT US

GROUP TICKET SALES

317.819.3503

Group@TheCenterPresents.org

TheCenterPresents.org/Group

EVENTS & SPACE AVAILABILITY

317.819.3520

Events@TheCenterPresents.org

TheCenterPresents.org/Venue-Rental

PARTNERSHIPS

317.819.3519

Partnership@TheCenterPresents.org

TheCenterPresents.org/Partnership

PROGRAM ADVERTISING

317.819.3518

Advertising@TheCenterPresents.org

TheCenterPresents.org/Advertising

INDIVIDUAL GIVING

317.819.3536

TheCenterPresents.org/Support

OUTREACH & EDUCATION

317.819.3516

Outreach@TheCenterPresents.org

TheCenterPresents.org/Learn

TOURS

317.843.3800

TheCenterPresents.org/Tours

THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK FOUNDATION

317.844.2251

Info@TheSongbook.org

TheSongbook.org

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

317.819.3524

Volunteers@TheCenterPresents.org

TheCenterPresents.org/Volunteer

YOUR SUPPORT PROVIDES PERFORMING ARTS EDUCATION FOR ALL AGES!

Alongside the world-class arts and entertainment events we present at our three venues, a vital part of the Center’s mission is our robust menu of educational and outreach programming for patrons of all ages.

Examples include:

• The Saturday morning Peanut Butter & Jam sessions, which introduce preschoolers to the joy of live music and the performing arts

• The FrontRow program, which brings high school and college music students into touring artists’ sound checks to observe, ask questions and learn about life as a professional performer

• Educational videoconferences for schools around the state

• The Palladium Bookies, an engaging book club and discussion group for readers interested in arts-related issues

• Budget-friendly classes and experiential opportunities for older youth and adults, including Dance Discovery, Ukulele and Intro to Stand-Up Comedy

SUPPORTERS

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 August 1, 2023. For more information, please contact the Development Office at 317.819.3520.

ANNUAL FUND

Diamond Palladium Society

($100,000+)

Michael Feinstein & Terrence Flannery

Zak Khan

Allied Solutions, LLC

City of Carmel

Google Grants

Platinum Palladium Society

($50,000-$99,999)

Nick & Joni Hrisomalos

Brahm Corporate Group Fifth Third Bank

Ice Miller

Ovation Audio Video

Gold Palladium Society

($25,000-$49,999)

Allen Whitehill Clowes

Charitable Foundation

Community Health Network

Faegre Drinker

First Merchants Bank

Hoosier Village & The Barrington of Carmel

Jaguar Indianapolis, Land

Rover Indianapolis, Tom

Wood Volvo Cars

Katz, Sapper & Miller

The National Bank of

Indianapolis

Payne & Mencias Group

Printing Partners

Shepherd Insurance

Silver Palladium Society

($10,000-$24,999)

Libby & Randy Brown

Ann & Kenneth Dee

Cheri & Rollie Dick

Nancy Farris

The Fuller Family

Dimitrios & Viviana

Koukoulomatis

Rod & Jayme McComas

Jeff & Sue McDermott

Justin & Jennifer Moffett

Karen & Donald Perez

Lei Shen & Soomin Park

The Tobin Family

Dr. Larry Weeda Jr

Current Publishing

Drewry Simmons

Vornehm, LLP

Hamilton County

Tourism, Inc.

Indiana Arts Commission

Meridian Plastic Surgeons

Old Town Companies

Pedcor Companies

Telamon Corporation

President’s Circle

($5,000-$9,999)

Margaret & Adam

Arceneaux

Frank & Katrina Basile

Elaine & Eric Bedel

Tom Bennett & Dawn Fazli Bennett

Patricia & Rafik Bishara

Barbara & Michael Branic

Robert & Mary

Christianson

Eric Daugherty & Delia

Rivas-Daugherty

Dr. Howard Eigen

Bain & Nancy Farris

Drs. Will & Julie Fecht

John & Barbara Gallina

Philip & Patricia Gibson

John & Marianne Hart

Richard & Karen

Kohlmann

Steve & Kathy Krusie

Michael & Rebecca

Kubacki

Karyl & Tim McGeath

Suzanne & Ron Mencias

Sam & Laura Muse

J. Daniel & Elizabeth

Philpott

Jeremy Morton & Minti Ray

Jimmy & Bailey Rayford

Bruce & Jan Reynolds

Susan & David Roberts

Judith Roudebush

Laurie Siler

Larry & Sandra Speer

David & Victoria Temple

Ambassador & Mrs.

Randall L. Tobias

Mitch & Julie Tull

Brian & Carol Urbanski

Tom & Nicole Urick

Mike & Sue Wells

Jeff & Shari Worrell

Xiao Ou Yuan & Lindsay N. Hicks

Anonymous

The Hageman Foundation

J.C. Hart Company Inc.

Marquis Commercial Solutions

Studio M Architecture

Upland Brewing Company

Westfield Veterinary Care

Director’s Circle

($2,500-$4,999)

Art & Karen Bortolini

Abdel & Kristine Bouaichi

Trent & Amy Cowles

Michael & Margie Draper

Peggy Ford

Lynn & Robert Fritsche

Dr. Brad & Sylvia Gray

Dr. Jeff & Nancy

Greenberg

Michael & Karen Heaton

Dr. & Mrs. David & Louisa Hollander

Sally & James Hubbard

Marc & Rebecca Jaffe

Susan Johnson

Kendra M. Latta

Gary Larreategui

Jim Leslie

Sandra Lynch & Aidan Moran

Dr. Greg & Rose-Ann

Mazanek

Thomas & Karen Poyser

Jim & Ginny Purvis

Scott & Susan Putney

Jeff & Clare Quinn

Pat & John Schuler

Colonel Dave Sholly & Mrs. Judy Sholly

Don & Candace Shuck

Ron Schwier & Marti Starkey

Kiros Sistevaris & Julie Reed

Dr. Pamela A. Steed

Daniel & Kristine Tennant

Jim & Vickie Theis

Jim & Chris Thomas

Connie & Jim Titak

John & Judy Tomke

The Jemmie & Lulu Wang

Family Fund

Dr. Christine Bishop & Hank Wong

Dr. Robert Yee & Mrs. Linda Yee

Anonymous

A Cut Above Catering Founders Circle

($1,000-$2,499)

Jane Adam & Bruce

Rosenzweig

Cindy & Kevin Beauchamp

Craig & Lori Bjornsund

Susan & David Blish

Gary & Pam Bollier

Ron & Ann Thompson

Brock

Thomas E. Burek

Deb & Mike Bush

Carl Butler & Jeffrey

Goens

Steve & Grace Caress

John J. Chlapik

Steven & Melanie Chmielewski

Drs. Molly & Jeff Cooke

William & Angela Corley

Pat Corsi

Julie & Cary Curry

Mark DeCarlo

Tom & Pat DeCoster

Margot Denger

Michael & Mary Devlin

Luanne & Larry Dewey

Dave & Julie Dumser

Waneta Dunkerly

Craig & Marsha Dunkin

Daniel & Karen Dutcher

Helen M. Eby

John A. Ericson

Sue & Joe Finkam

David & Lillie Golay

Alan Goldsticker

Valerie & Joe Gravitt

Judy E. Gripp

Bruce Hakes

Steve & Shannon Hawkins

Brad & Jeanine Haynes

Patrick & Diane Healey

Nancy Heck

Mr. & Mrs. Andrew and Dawn Hein

James and Kimberly Hill

Dr. Chris and Mrs. Christine Hollon

Kwan Hui

The Joneses

Doug & Marty Kaderabek

Karen & Doug Kelsey

Bob & Sandee Kleymeyer

The Layfield Family

Tina & Gary Malone

Felicia Martin

Doris McCullough

Dan & Laura Moriarity

Cathy Rooney & Rick Moyer

Steven & Elizabeth Mueller

Scott & Kristin Pike

LIVE THE LIFE YOU’VE IMAGINED

Hoosier Village is a thriving neighborhood located near the quaint town of Zionsville, just moments away from the heart of Indianapolis. As a non-profit life plan community, we provide a rewarding lifestyle with a range of amenities and services.

On our beautiful 300-acre campus, you’ll find luxury independent living in the form of single-family homes, duplexes, and apartments. We also offer a full range of supportive care services, so regardless of your needs, we have the perfect option for your next chapter. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 317.899.9508

Julie Reed

Mr. & Mrs. Gary A.

Reynolds

Susana Rivera-Mills

Jerry & DeAnn

Shrewsbury

Dr. Jon and Gayle Simala

Richard & Susan Simon

Mr. & Mrs. Faron Skelton

Neal & Sandra Smith

Randy & Kimberly Sorrell

Jane Sundstrom

John & Lynn Trott

Glenn & Cheryl Troyer

Saundra & Mark Truett

Ashley M. Ulbricht

John & Carol Valentine

Paul & Kathy Walker

Marty & Leslie Wessler

Drs. Rick & Annelle

Weymuth

Dennis & Karen Whitaker

Michael & Patricia Wilson

William & Maureen

Winingham

Bob & Barbara Wolf

Diana & Dan Yates

Anheuser-Busch

Biddle Memorial Foundation, INC

The Payne Family Foundation

Advocate ($500-$999)

Dr. & Mrs. John Abrams

Donna & Art Adams

Ramona & John Adams

Gregg & Sandie Anselm

Michael Bilderback

Dr. Geoffrey Billows

Rob & Ruth Brown

Mickey & P T Buntin

Janet & Mervyn Cohen

Charles & Ann Conrad

Tim Cooney

Jeff & Lori Davis

Rick & Julie Davis

Sheila Delaney

Bill & Marge Dorsch

Chase & Gloria Downham

Barbara Duke

Tom & Judy Ertl

Beverly & Tom Feller

Ron Frankenfield

Mary Kay Graham

Barbara & Robert Gregory

Richard & Cathy Hahn

Steve & Liz Hanes

Bill & Nancy Heath

Robert & Wendy Hester

Leanne & Dave Jackson

Jim & Cheryl Johnson

Ellie & Michael Kaplan

Mike & Kim Keller

Dan, Jill, & Andrew

Kemer

Nick & Katy Kestner

Family Fund

Mary Jane Keys

Giving Fund

Pat Kirn

John R. Koven & Neeka

Parks-Koven

Otto & Nancy Krohn

Vera Long

Lawrence Mark & Margaret Lehtinen

Claire Magna

Dale & Sharon

Mansberger

John & Pam Marvel

Lee Meredith

Mark & Holly Moore

Rufus "Bud" Myers

Ken & Ellen Narva

Sally Jo Richardson

Leslie & James Riley

Dr. Anna Roshal

Capi Seeger Scheidler

Rob & Marsha Schlegel

Michael, Lesley & Claire Semo

Chris Shaffer

Jeff & Cindy Stellhorn

Tim & Tina Tanselle

Cindy Teeters

Richard & Jacqueline

Thompson

James Tisdale

Margaret & Tip Tollison

Steven Wilk & Patrice

Sweeney

Marianne Walter

Doug & Carolyn Willard

Paula Yarian

Anonymous

The Benevity Community Impact Fund

MEMORIAL & HONOR GIFTS

In memory of William T. and Doris E. Douglas

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MATCHING GIFT COMPANIES

Bank of America

Charitable Foundation

Capital Group

Duke Energy Foundation

Eaton Matching

Gift Program

Eli Lilly and Company Foundation

Hewlett Packard

Enterprise Foundation

JPMorgan Chase & Co

Lilly Endowment Inc.

McKinsey & Company

Matching Gifts

Raytheon Technologies

The National Bank of Indianapolis

The RMR Group LLC

ENDOWMENT DIRECTED GIFTS

Indianapolis Colts

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.

Katrina & Frank Basile

Michael & Barbara Branic

Cheri & Rollie Dick

Nick & Joni Hrisomalos

Richard & Karen Kohlmann

Jeff & Sue McDermott

Susan McDermott

David & Micki Stirsman

John & Judy Tomke

LIFETIME GIVING SOCIETY

The Lifetime Giving Society recognizes Individual donors for their lifetime of support, with their cumulative contributions reaching or exceeding giving milestones of $100,000, $500,000 or $1,000,000.

$1,000,000

Henry & Christine

Camferdam

Cheri & Rollie Dick

$500,000

The Carruthers Family

Zak Khan

Anonymous

$100,000

Melissa & Bradon Barnes

Frank & Katrina Basile

Glendia & L. Sonny Beck

Libby & Randy Brown

Michael Feinstein & Terrence Flannery

Don & Pam Gottwald

Nick & Joni Hrisomalos

Stan & Sandy Hurt

Rod & Jayme McComas

Jeff & Sue McDermott

Leah & Eric Payne

Jim & Ginny Purvis

Judith Roudebush

Dr. Stephen J. Shideler

Dr. & Mrs. Charles M.

Simons

The Tobin Family

W. Michael & Susan Wells

Jayne Ann & Doug Wilson

James B. Winner

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Karen Kelsey, Indiana Chair

Don Gottwald, Indiana Vice Chair

Troy Payner, M.D., Indiana Secretary

Rollin M. Dick, Indiana Treasurer

Michael Feinstein, Indiana Founder, Emeritus member

Adam Arceneaux, Indiana

Brook Babcock, Tennessee

Libby Brown, Indiana

Stan Burton, Indiana

Terrence Flannery, Indiana

Peggy Ford, Indiana

Joanne (Joni) Hrisomalos, Indiana

Stan Hurt, Indiana

Izabela Ozdemir, Indiana

Victoria Purvis, Indiana

Tony Robertson, Indiana

Marty Rosenberg, Indiana

Charles Simons, D.D.S.,

M.S.D., Indiana

W. Michael Wells, Indiana

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 August 1, 2023. For more information, please contact the Development Office at 317.819.3520.

Diamond Songbook Legacy ($100,000+)

Michael Feinstein & Terrence Flannery

Del & Libby Demaree

City of Carmel

Efroymson Family Fund, a CICF Fund

The Music Man Foundation Seedlings Foundation

Gold Songbook Legacy

($25,000-$49,999)

Dr. & Mrs. Charles M. Simons

Dr. Larry Weeda Jr.

Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation

Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics

Institute of Museum and Library Services

Silver Songbook Legacy

($10,000-$24,999)

Lisa & Paul Andre

Libby & Randy Brown

Cheri & Rollie Dick

Peggy Ford

Don & Pam Gottwald

Stan & Sandy Hurt

Karen & Doug Kelsey

Izabela & Ersal Ozdemir

Troy Payner & Cara Peggs

Bill & Lynn Weidner

Stan Burton & Christine Zoccola

Anonymous

Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation

The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation

Indiana Arts Commission

The Ted Snowdon Foundation

Van Heusen Music Corp.

Hollywood Musical ($5,000-$9,999)

Margaret & Adam Arceneaux

Rita Arlen

Lynda Carter

Maureen Charles

Michael Charles

Michael & Margie Draper

The Fuller Family

William & Barbara Hammer

Joni & Nick Hrisomalos

Karen E. Kennedy

Bob & Ruth Ann Loser

Jeff & Sue McDermott

Jim & Ray Luther-Pfeil

Sunny Sessa

The Tobin Family

Mike & Sue Wells

Anonymous

The Nicholas H. Noyes, Jr. Memorial Foundation

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Senior Home Companions & Story Cottage

Broadway Show ($2,500-$4,999)

Pat & John Schuler

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Cabaret

($1,000-$2,499)

Ed & Mary Banta

Jack Bethards

Chris & Charlotte Bradley

Hal Brody & Don Smith

Ann and Kenneth Dee

Hector & Laura DesMoine

Helen M. Eby

Dr. Howard Eigen

Bronwen Ferguson

The Layfield Family

Chris & Kelli Lewis

Ron & Linda Maus

Craig McKee

Jeffrey A. & Calise P. Mossler

James & Lilah Rabe

David & Jill Resley

Judy Roudebush

Roger Schmelzer & Lucinda Phillips

Jerry & DeAnn Shrewsbury

Jon & Cleo Sonneborn

Betty Stilwell

Saundra & Mark Truett

Mitch & Julie Tull

Barrie & Margaret

Zimmerman

Anonymous

Hamilton County Tourism Big Band

($500-$999)

Scott Anthony Ables

Pat & Jennifer Cross

Sheila Delaney

Leslee & Wayne Feinstein

Tom & Priscilla Johnson

Brian & Maggie Kelly

Steven & Joni La Schiazza

Kendra M. Latta

Dr. Greg & Rose-Ann

Mazanek

Lee Meredith

James E. Misner

Michael & Sharon O'Hair

Reese Family Foundation for Christ, Inc.

Justine Reese & Michael

Cushing

Debra & Raphael Schmid

James & Judy Singleton

Mrs. Laney Techentin

Joel Ulster & Michael

Hertzman

Brian & Carol Urbanski

Larry Weber

Robert Zaret

Peggy Lee Associates, LLC

MATCHING GIFT COMPANIES

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 Honor of Peggy Ford

Betty Stilwell

In memory of Irwin Helford

Betty Helford

In memory of Irwin Helford

Chris & Charlotte Bradley

In memory of Muriel & Bob Kennedy

Karen E. Kennedy

In honor of Paul & Sue Lowden

Joel B. Rothman

In honor of Jan Reynolds

Gregory B. Reynolds

In honor of Ali Stroker Anonymous

In memory of Dorothy Weber

Larry Weber

In memory of Joyce Winner

Jim Winner & Family

LEGACY GIFTS

The Legacy Society recognizes, and thanks dedicated individuals who are leaving a future legacy to the Great American Songbook

Foundation. Through their generosity, these individuals have demonstrated their commitment to the future of the Songbook Foundation and the health of the arts community for Central Indiana.

Libby & Randy Brown

Del & Libby Demaree

Cheri & Rollie Dick

The Family of Louis F. Edelman

Peggy Ford

Drs. Dan & Arline Golden

Stan & Sandy Hurt

Riki Kane Larimer

Susan R. Logsdon

Jeff & Sue McDermott

Janis Paige

LIFETIME GIVING SOCIETY

The Lifetime Giving Society recognizes Individual donors for their lifetime of support, with their cumulative contributions reaching or exceeding giving milestones of $100,000, $500,000 or $1,000,000.

$1,000,000

The Carruthers Family

Michael Feinstein & Terrence Flannery Seedlings Foundation

Bren Simon

$500,000

Efroymson Family Fund

Ira & Leonore Gershwin Trusts Philanthropic Fund

$100,000

Libby & Randy Brown

Marc Cherry

Del & Libby Demaree

Cheri & Rollie Dick

William M. Goodwin

Betty & Irwin Helford

Stan & Sandy Hurt

Sue & Paul Lowden

Pershing Square Foundation

Dr. & Mrs. Charles M. Simons

The Ted Snowdon Foundation

Bill & Lynn Weidner

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 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.

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.

THANK YOU

THE CENTER THANKS THE FOLLOWING PARTNERS.