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Based on the novel by Harper Lee
Dramatized by Christopher Sergel
Director
Rhonda Marie Schmidt
Stage Manager
Jennifer Allen
Scenic Designer / Master Carpenter
Michael Talaska
Lights and Sound Designer
Aaron Schmidt
Costume Designer
Joanne Cunningham
Properties Designer
Susan Zuern
SPONSORED IN PART BY
This program was supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts
To Kill A Mockingbird
October 28-November 13, 2016
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Mardi Bryant Jones Mainstage | 264 West Main Street in Downtown Waukesha
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T H E C A S T O F C H A R AC T E R S
(IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER)
Boo Radley .............................................................................................................................. Phillip Alonge
Rev. Sykes ................................................................................................................................... Mario Andre
Ensemble / Mayella Understudy ..................................................................................... Shannon Blair
Bob Ewell .................................................................................................................................... Scott Ebbott
Mayella Ewell ........................................................................................................................... Alyssa Falvey
Dill ........................................................................................................................................ Anthony Gotcher
Tom Robinson ................................................................................................................................ Nazir Grey
Mr. Cunningham .................................................................................................................... Kevin Koehne
Maudie Atkinson ...................................................................................................................... Marge Kurtz
Jean ............................................................................................................................... Charlotte Lindstrom
Nathan Radley ....................................................................................................................... Noah Maguire
Judge Taylor ............................................................................................................................... Jim McClure
Scout ........................................................................................................................................ Grace Munson
Heck Tate ................................................................................................................................. Lloyd Munson
Calpurnia .............................................................................................................................. Cheryl Peterson
Mr. Gilmer .................................................................................................................................... Jim Santelle
Ensemble ................................................................................................................................... Leah Sawnor
Ensemble ................................................................................................................. Kevin Senebouttarath
Helen Robinson .................................................................................................... Charlene Dadez Siyver
Mrs. Dubose ........................................................................................................................... Joyce Sponcia
Ms. Stephanie ..................................................................................................................... Deanna Strasse
Atticus Finch ................................................................................................................................. Kelly Vance
Jem ............................................................................................................................................. Scott Ziolecki
To Kill A Mockingbird is performed in two acts.
There will be one fifteen minute intermission.
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P R O D U C T I O N S TA F F
Director .................................................................................................................. Rhonda Marie Schmidt
Stage Manager ....................................................................................................................... Jennifer Allen
Scenic Designer / Master Carpenter ........................................................................... Michael Talaska
Lighting / Sound Designer .............................................................................................. Aaron Schmidt
Costume Designer ................................................................................................. Joanne Cunningham
Properties Designer ................................................................................................................ Susan Zuern
SPECIAL THANKS TO
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SET TING
1935 Maycomb, Alabama
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Broadway Theatre Etiquette
Tips, Do’s, and Don’ts For Audiences
Theatre is a live, community based experience. In order to be respectful of
everyone sharing the experience, please observe these basic guidelines:
Be considerate. Behave the way you want everyone else to behave.
Arrive early so you are not the reason the show doesn’t start on time.
Don’t be a distraction to your fellow patrons or the actors
(yes, the actors can see and hear you).
Try not to make unnecessary noise (talking, sneezing,
coughing, crinkling paper or cellophane, etc.)
Show your appreciation. If you like something,
please do laugh, cheer, applaud, etc.
Don’t use your cell phone or other electronic devices
– this includes texting and cameras!
Don’t bring food or beverage into the theatre unless that
theatre allows it, and then only items available at that theatre’s
concession stand, nothing you’ve brought from home.
Don’t sleep!
If you are uncomfortable, too cold, too warm, or have trouble
hearing, try a different seat. Temperature comfort and hearing are
subjective and can be affected by a wide variety of variables.
If you bring a child, be sure the production is age and/or maturity level
appropriate. This is a subjective decision with a wide range of options.
If your child is being disruptive, please remove them from the situation
so they are not a distraction to your fellow patrons or the actors.
Be nice. Be respectful. Be cooperative.
Be considerate.
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BIOGR APHIES
(IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER)
Jennifer Allen (Stage Manager) Jennifer
continues to be amazed at the power of
this story and its relevance to today’s social
and political landscape. There’s a little bit
of these characters in all of us – Atticus,
Jem, Scout, Boo and yes, even perhaps a
little Bob Ewell – but we all must follow
our own conscience, regardless of the mob
mentality around us…and maybe we’ll see
that most people are pretty nice. Thanks
Rhonda. Love to Chris and Maggie.
Phillip Alonge (Boo Radley) Phillip is a 17
year volunteer recently promoted to Usher
Coordinator at Waukesha Civic Theatre and
a 6 year volunteer with the Mukwonago
Village Players. His favorite roles include
Mr. Welch in It’s A Wonderful Life with the
Mukwonago Village Players as well as Big
Mike in The Boxcar Children and Johnny
Harmon in Curtains at WCT. He was last
involved in the Mukwonago Village Players
production of Play On!
Mario Andre (Rev. Sykes) Mario is excited
to make his debut with the Waukesha Civic
Theatre. Mario is an ordained minister,
actor and a Software Quality Analyst
by day. He has appeared in many plays
with Acacia Theater and Morning Star
Productions and is working on some
feature films. Catch Mario as “The Manager”
in the new web series The Natural, coming
soon.
Shannon Blair (Ensemble / Mayella
Understudy) While getting into theatre
in her later teens, she landed parts in a
number of shows at Waukesha South
including the musical The Wiz. She is
honored to be the understudy of Mayella
in the adaption of a novel that sent such
ripples through time. She enjoys knitting,
playing video games, and learning fun
facts. Did you know that cats don’t have
collarbones, meaning they can get through
holes they can fit their head through?
Enjoy the show!
Joanne Cunningham (Costume Designer)
Joanne is thrilled to be making her design
debut at Waukesha Civic, especially for
one of her favorite books of all time.
Normally found designing costumes at
Sunset Playhouse and Wauwatosa West
High School, this season she is branching
out to new venues and new adventures.
Thanks so much to Rhonda for asking me
to join her in this production, and a huge
thanks to Sharon and Lee for the support,
assistance and snacks!
Scott Ebbott (Bob Ewell) Scott was
recently on stage here at WCT, as Plato in
the ACAP/Playmakers production of Greece
Lightning. His favorite roles are Lefou in
Beauty And The Beast and Prospero in
Tempest Island. Scott is thankful for Rhonda
giving him the chance to grow as an actor,
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BIOGR APHIES
( IN ALPH A B E TIC AL O R DE R ) c o n t.
as he’s never played the villain before. Scott
lives in Waukesha with his Wife, Brother-inlaw, three kids, five cats, and two bunnies.
manager and Kathy, his mom for help with
rides. Thanks to all his family and friends
for their support in his endeavor.
Alyssa Falvey (Mayella Ewell) Alyssa
received her BFA in Acting from the
UW-Green Bay, and since then she has
performed all over the Milwaukee area. Her
most recent roles include Madge Owens
in Picnic, Duchess in Wonderland and the
Wicked Witch from Wizard Of Oz. She is a
dental assistant and lives in Wauwatosa
with her husband, Ryan, as well as her
black cat and Doberman.
Nazir Grey (Tom Robinson) Nazir has been
in love with acting since he was 7. The
past two years, he’s been in productions
such as Raisin In The Sun and Little Shop Of
Horrors. He stared in a biopic for PBS called
The Greene Family that will hopefully be
airing next year and two independent films
named Rogue Ninja and Bro. He is very
proud to be a part of this production and
this cast. “Thank you to my close friends
and family for your support.”
Anthony Gotcher (Dill) Anthony Gotcher
is very excited to be in his first show with
Waukesha Civic Theatre. At 11 years old,
he is very interested in all forms of drama,
including film. Anthony is currently
working on a film called The Sword Of
Hubert. Special thanks to Jennifer, the stage
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Kevin Koehne (Mr. Cunningham) Kevin is
excited to be performing again at the WCT!
Previously at WCT in Leading Ladies as Jack/
Stephanie and in Father Of The Bride as
Massoula the Wedding Planner, he has also
been performing in other area productions
BIOGR APHIES
( IN ALPH A B E TIC AL O R DE R ) c o n t.
for several years; most recently appearing
in Windfall Theatre’s production of You
Can’t Take It With You. Kevin lives in
Mukwonago with his beautiful wife who
he thanks for encouraging him to get out
and “play”!
Marge Kurtz (Maudie Atkinson) Delighted
to return to WTC after a two year absence,
Marge is thrilled to be in this great
American classic with this wonderful cast.
Previous roles include: Frau Schmidt in The
Sound Of Music here at WTC, Mrs. Bedwin
and Old Sally from Oliver, Mrs. Krebs in
Inherit The Wind; Grandmother Tzeitl in
Fiddler On The Roof, and Ma Bailey in It’s A
Wonderful Life. Thanks to family and friends
for their continued support.
Charlotte Lindstrom (Jean) Charlotte was
born and raised in Farmersville, Ohio and
graduated from Valparaiso University in
2015 with a degree in music and French
language. She is a Lutheran deaconess
student who enjoys biking, reading, and
dogs. She recently married; she and her
spouse love board games and doing speed
puzzles with their family. This is her first
performance with WCT.
the VCY America radio/t.v. network in
Milwaukee, and a magazine columnist for
Irish American News. He lives in Williams
Bay.
Grace Munson (Scout) Grace has
participated in acting classes and skits for
several years with First Stage in Milwaukee,
and she is thrilled to be performing in her
first major role on stage at Waukesha Civic
Theatre. She is currently a 6th grader at
Big Bend Elementary. In addition to acting,
Grace enjoys cooking, snowboarding, and
playing on the Sparks Volleyball Club team
for Mukwonago.
Lloyd Munson (Heck Tate) Lloyd is excited
to be performing in his first theater
production. He enjoyed getting to know
his character and the process of bringing
Heck Tate to the stage. In his spare time,
he enjoys outdoor activities and family
game night. He lives in the Town of Vernon
with his daughter Grace and supportive
wife, Nicole.
Noah Maguire (Nathan Radley) Noah
is thrilled to be appearing in To Kill A
Mockingbird. He is a student at UWWaukesha and lives in Mukwonago. You
may have seen him at Waukesha Civic in
Gypsy, Fawlty Towers, Annie Get Your Gun,
or Leading Ladies. He hopes you enjoy the
show.
Cheryl Peterson (Calpurnia) This is Cheryl’s
first show at WCT. She is thrilled because
To Kill A Mockingbird is one of her favorite
books. Past favorite roles include Ruth in
Blithe Spirit and Mrs. Peacock in Clue: The
Musical. Cheryl works as a Drama Teacher
and Assistant Director at Waukesha
Community Arts Project (WCAP). She
would like to dedicate her performance to
WCAP’s staff/students/volunteers as well
as to her son Lake, who makes every day
worth living!
Jim McClure (Judge Taylor) Jim has
performed in community theatres in
Southeast Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.
His favorite roles include British Staff
Sergeant “Froggy” LeSueur in The Foreigner
and the Sheriff in The Trip To Bountiful. Jim
is a news correspondent and program host
for the Wisconsin Public Radio affiliate
in Kenosha, master control operator for
Jim Santelle (Mr. Gilmer) Jim is honored
to be in this instructive and inspiring
show—animated by an engaging cast and
a committed production team, including
especially Rhonda and Jennifer. Among
his previous favorite roles are Father Flynn
in Doubt (Racine Theater Guild), Martin in
The Goat Or Who Is Sylvia? (Actors’ Theatre/
Grand Rapids), Flan in Six Degrees Of
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BIOGR APHIES
( IN ALPH A B E TIC AL O R DE R ) c o n t.
Separation, Mitch in A Streetcar Named
Desire, and Sherlock Holmes in Sherlock
Holmes: The Final Adventure (all at Sunset
Playhouse).
community. As well as acting, Kevin also
studies history at UWM and reads or plays
video games in his off time. He hopes you
enjoy the show.
Leah Sawnor (Ensemble) Leah A. Sawnor
has been involved with theater since she
was a young lady and has worked as a
volunteer at the Waukesha Civic Theatre for
the last four years. Aside from acting, Leah
enjoys reading with her monthly book
club. She is an avid photographer and can
be found with a camera in her hands on
many occasions. This is her second show
at Waukesha Civic Theatre, the first being
Fawlty Towers in June.
Charlene Dadez Siyver (Helen Robinson)
Charlene has coached her three children
through various auditions, plays and
musicals over the past 20 years, and
finally decided it was her turn to play. She
performed with her daughter Alcy in South
Pacific with Falls Patio Players and To Kill A
Mockingbird with Sunset Playhouse. She
lives in Waukesha where she enjoys biking,
kayaking, contra dancing, playing piano,
singing, and listening to as much live music
as possible.
Aaron Schmidt (Light & Sound Designer)
Aaron is happy to be back at WCT and
working with his fabulous wife, Rhonda.
Recent designs include Annie Get Your
Gun here at WCT, Anything Goes at Sunset
Playhouse, Arsenic at Kettle Moraine HS,
Wizard Of Oz at University Lake School,
and Crazy For You for Brookfield Central
HS. Aaron is also a member of the fabulous
50’s and 60’s group the Four Guyz in Dinner
Jackets. Lots of love to Rhonda, Jaxon, and
Harper.
Rhonda Marie Schmidt (Director) Rhonda
is honored to make her WCT debut
directing To Kill A Mockingbird. Rhonda
is an alum of The American Academy
of Dramatic Arts in New York, and UWMilwaukee Theatre Ed. and is a teacher/
director at ULS in Hartland. Favorite
directorial credits include The Wizard Of Oz,
Our Town, Singin’ In The Rain, Midsummer
& Les Misèrables. She lives in Waukesha
with her dashing and supportive husband,
Aaron, her children, Jaxon and Harper.
Kevin Senebouttarath (Ensemble) Kevin
is proud to be part of the cast in To Kill
A Mockingbird. He has enjoyed acting
since his High School years and wants
to continue being part of the theatre
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Joyce Sponcia (Mrs. Dubose) Joyce is
thrilled to perform with WCT for the first
time. She has previously been seen in area
theatres in The Skin Of Our Teeth, Rabbit
Hole, A Murder Is Announced, Inherit The
BIOGR APHIES
( IN ALPH A B E TIC AL O R DE R ) c o n t.
Wind, and Dearly Departed. She would like
to thank this cast, crew, and especially
Rhonda Schmidt for including her in this
important play. Thanks to her husband,
Jack, and her family and friends for their
continued love and support.
Deanna Strasse (Ms. Stephanie) Deanna is
a local playwright and actress. Favorite past
roles include Jean in Funny Money, Gay
Wellington in You Can’t Take It With You (at
Waukesha Civic), Catherine in The Foreigner,
Tansy in The Nerd (at Sunset Playhouse),
Elvira in Blithe Spirit (with The Hartford
Players), Anna, America, Carol et al in The
Amish Project (with The Off-Book Players)
and more.
Michael Talaska (Scenic Designer /
Master Carpenter) Michael is proud to be
designing and building sets with WCT
again, and has been designing here for
over 18 years. Past productions include:
Annie Get Your Gun, The Diary Of Anne
Frank, Lend Me A Tenor, The Sound Of Music,
A View From The Bridge, The Goodbye Girl
and many more. He would like to thank his
Mom, Patrick, Becky and Dave for all their
help and support.
Kelly Vance (Atticus Finch) Kelly is happy
to be back on the WCT stage, having
recently appeared as Pawnee Bill in Annie
Get Your Gun and Otto Frank in The Diary
Of Anne Frank. Serving as the director of
the eighth grade musical for Waukesha
Catholic the past 11 years, he decided
the time was right to get back ON stage!
Favorite roles include Daddy Warbucks
in Annie, the King in Big River, and Col.
Pickering in My Fair Lady.
Scott Ziolecki (Jem) This is Scott’s first
production at Waukesha Civic Theatre.
He goes to New Berlin West High School,
where he is an active member in the
school’s theater program. Some of his
past roles include Patrick in Auntie Mame
and Peter in The Lion, The Witch, And The
Wardrobe. He hopes you enjoy the show!
Susan Zuern (Properties Designer) Susan
is pleased to join the crew at Waukesha
Civic Theatre. She has worked as Props
Mistress for Boeing Boeing, Plaza Suite,
Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure, and A
Christmas Carol at Sunset Playhouse.
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This American classic is inspiring, beautiful, funny, and emotional. I am
thrilled that WCT is producing this incredible script. I think it is one of
the best plays ever written, and in the hands of this awesome
production staff, cast, and crew, it is sure to be a moving experience for
everyone! And I am thrilled that we are able to partner with Waukesha
Reads to help reach as many people in our community as possible.
I would like to thank everyone that supports WCT! We wouldn’t be here without you.
All of our volunteers help us out in any number of ways by acting, ushering, serving on
the board of directors, providing maintenance or office support, or working on sets,
costumes, props. Our patrons come to WCT see quality live entertainment, the fruits
of our volunteers’ labor. Our donors help keep us financially sound by their gifts to the
Annual Operating Fund, the Endowment Fund, or by including us in their planned giving.
We will be closing our Spotlight On The Future campaign at the end of this calendar year.
If you haven’t given a gift yet, or have but would be willing to give even more, we still
need your help! This major gift campaign has a goal to raise $750,000, providing capital
for upgrades that will enhance the theatre experience, increase advertising revenue,
decrease operating expenses, and provide for building maintenance. We have raised
about half of our goal, but we need your help to reach the full amount. Please consider a
gift of any size!
The generosity of the Waukesha community astounds me, and I truly appreciate all the
time, talent, and money that you give to WCT.
One way, and arguably the best way, to support WCT is to spread the word about
Waukesha’s best kept secret. It always amazes me when I meet someone in Waukesha
who has no idea what a fantastic organization we have right here in the heart of the
community. Tell people about what we do and all we offer.
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and keep supporting this cultural cornerstone. We couldn’t do it without you.
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D I R E C TO R ’ S N O T E
When the 2016/2017 Waukesha Civic Theatre season was announced
and I saw that To Kill A Mockingbird was on the list, I knew that I would
clamor and claw for the opportunity to direct this play. I have taught
the novel to my freshman World Literature class, and year after year, it
sparks a vibrant conversation of race, equality, poverty, violence,
innocence, desperation, and hope. It is a story that speaks to my heart
and screams to my conscience. I see myself in Scout - in her
compulsion to stand up for what’s right, and to be the voice for those who are too scared
or unable to speak up. I even named my daughter Harper in tribute to Ms. Lee. It is a
dream of mine to direct the stage play of Mockingbird - to bring this conversation to life
as only theatre can, and I am deeply humbled to be trusted to tell this story with an
incredible team of actors and designers.
I am thrilled to see Harper Lee’s novel bringing our community and schools together,
in partnership with the Waukesha Reads program. To Kill A Mockingbird is an intelligent
and timely choice for Waukesha Civic Theatre at this point in history. With tensions high,
the conversation of the racial divide in America is vital as ever. Voices are raised, fires are
burning, and yet voices are going unheard. We need to hear one another and listen to the
singing of the “mockingbirds,” so that we can find understanding. In this play, the echoes
of slavery are heard in the deeply-rooted segregation of the South, just as the echoes of
segregation are heard in towns across America today. Mockingbird not only serves as a
reflection of the past, but it mirrors today’s world and provides a lens through which we
can look into the future. While you can look for villains in this play, they are hard to pin
down. Even the apparent villains are victims of circumstance, aren’t they? Ignorance,
poverty, culture, and fear stand in the way of progress in Harper Lee’s 1934 Maycomb
Alabama as they continue to do today across America. If I had to guess, I would say that
Harper Lee would never have imagined just how relevant her story would be in the year
2016, and I have to wonder how discontented she would be. My fervent hope is that in
my lifetime, this play will become antiquated; it will become a piece of history we will use
to look back with gratitude on a time before things changed.
I hope that you find truth here today - that you find laughter, and that you find heartache;
I most certainly have found all of these things in building this show with our team. I
would like to thank John Cramer for giving me the opportunity to direct Mockingbird, my
incredible cast for trusting me and one another, and bringing with them a goodness of
heart that moves me, and my production team of artists and organizers who make this
show possible. I am forever grateful to my supportive and loving family, Aaron (lighting/
sound designer), Jaxon, and Harper. Please help us spread the word and fill this house
each performance. We are so glad you are here.
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S P O T L I G H T O N T H E B OA R D O F D I R E C TO R S
Welcome to the Waukesha Civic Theatre’s historic 60th season!
Proof that To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee is a beloved classic of
literature, cinema and theater is that I have a nephew whose cat’s
name is Atticus and a good friend whose cat’s name is Scout.
of Atticus Finch?
How many people were inspired to become lawyers or understand
social justice issues better because of the incredible moral role model
How many childhood memories have been triggered by the touching point of view of
Scout who looks at the world initially through innocent eyes?
That dedication to the wonderful characters in Mockingbird is why WCT is thrilled to
collaborate with the 10th anniversary of Waukesha Reads whose programming you can
learn about at WaukeshaReads.org
What a fantastic opportunity to read (or reread) the novel, see the electrifying live
performance at the Civic Theatre, and watch Gregory Peck in his iconic role on November
13 at Dinner & a Movie.
Enjoy this historic pairing! Don’t forget to visit waukeshacivictheatre.org to see how you
can save 19 to 26% on future Civic Theatre shows and score a Subscriber Benefits Card.
Larry Nelson
Board Director
Waukesha Civic Theatre has been awarded $500 by Staples
Foundation, the private charitable arm of Staples, Inc., through a
program called 2 Million & Change that allows Staples associates
around the globe to direct more than $2 million in donations
each year. These funds will help cover the costs of daytime
performances of To Kill A Mockingbird for school groups.
Congratulations on 60 years of
Outstanding Entertainment
Celebrating our Centennial year
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WAU K E S H A C I V I C T H E AT R E P E R S O N N E L
THEATRE STAFF
Managing Artistic Director.....................................................................................................John Cramer
Education And Outreach Administrator.......................................................................... Doug Jarecki
Box Office Supervisor And Marketing Director ............................................................ Katie Danner
Office Manager................................................................................................................... Meghan Hopper
Bookkeeper..........................................................................................................................Marilyn Mitchell
Community Partners Coordinator................................................................................ Diane Sommers
Box Office & House Managers........................... Michelle Brien, Matthew Cornale, Mia Cornale,
Emilie Grunfelder, Valerie Grunfelder, Natasha Goeller,
Jessica Kennedy, Margaret Kennedy, Alexandra Kurutz,
Carol McLean, Renee Penzkover, Cindy Velcheck, Abby Watson
ACAP PlayMakers..............................................................................................ACAP Players, Mark Cage,
Patty Chones, Doug Jarecki
BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND COMMITTEES
Board of Directors
Meets third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 pm at WCT
Elizabeth Bagley, John Cramer (Staff ), Jonathan Danner (Secretary),
Mary Dembinski, Jenny Erato, Brian Goeller, Richard Johnson (Treasurer),
Jane Klett, Jim Mallmann, Nancy McCaskey, Larry Nelson, Angela Penzkover (President),
Scott Trindl, Kelly Vance (Vice President), Anthony H. Ventress
Advisory Council
Meets third Wednesday in January at 5:30 pm at WCT and additionally as scheduled
Gary Ebert, Doug Hastad, Nancy Hastad, Dorothy A. Heale,
Jon Jones, Karen Jones, Cathy Labinski, Rich Labinski,
Kurt Magoon, Angela Proell, Drake Reid, Evie Reid, Carl Trapp
Art Gallery
Meets as scheduled by Chair
Andrea Bryant, John Cramer (Staff ), Katie Danner (Staff ),
JoAnn O’Hare (Chair), Charles Wickler
Education and Outreach
Meets every other month
Phillip Alonge, Elle Erato, Jenny Erato, Julie Furman,
Doug Jarecki (Staff ), Angela Penzkover (Chair), Lauren Penzkover,
Emma Schoultz, Susan Schoultz
Executive Committee
Meets second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 pm at WCT
John Cramer (Staff ), Jonathan Danner, Richard Johnson,
Angela Penzkover (Chair), Kelly Vance (Vice Chair)
Finance and Facility Committee
Meets second Wednesday of the month at 5:00 pm at WCT
John Cramer (Staff ), Mary Dembinski, Brian Goeller, Richard Johnson (Chair),
Jim Mallmann, Marilyn Mitchell (Staff ), Angela Penzkover,
Tammy Perez, Scott Trindl
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Fund Development Committee
Meets fourth Monday of every month at 6:00 pm at Carroll University Sneeden House
John Cramer (Staff ), Jenny Erato, Rich Labinski (Vice Chair), Nancy McCaskey, Jean Novy,
Diane Sommers (Staff ), Anthony H. Ventress (Chair)
Governance Committee
Meets third Wednesday of the month at 5:45 pm at WCT
John Cramer (Staff ), Jonathan Danner, Susan Herro, Jane Klett,
Jim Mallmann (Chair), Larry Nelson
Marketing and Sales Committee
Meets second Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at ETC
Phillip Alonge, John Cramer (Staff ), Jonathan Danner (Chair),
Katie Danner (Staff ), Meghan Hopper (Staff ),
Kurt Magoon, Larry Nelson, Leah Sawnor
Play Advisory Committee 2016-2017
Duties Completed
Phillip Alonge, Elizabeth Bagley, Lesli Boese, John Cramer (Staff ), Sally Finnigan,
Sue Herro,Meghan Hopper, Pater Kao, David Kaye, Sarah Klauck, Joe Kolonko,
Katie Krueger,Kurt Magoon, Jim Mallmann, Dustin Martin, Larry Nelson, Jean Novy,
Angela Penzkover, Debby Penzkover, Melissa Pol, Sue Rapp (Chair),
Sandra Renick (Vice Chair), Ken Schenian, Katherine Simon,
Sharon Sohner (Vice Chair), Mary Beth Topf
Play Advisory Committee 2017-2018
Meets as scheduled by chair
Phillip Alonge, Elizabeth Bagley, John Cramer (Staff ), Nick Haubner, Jane Klett,
Bryce Lord, Jim Mallmann, Dustin Martin, Carol McLean, Jean Novy, Angie Penzkover,
Sue Rapp (Chair), Sandra Renick (Vice Chair), Ken Schenian, Katherine Simon,
Sharon Sohner (Vice Chair), Sarah Tajnai, Wesley Yoshino, James Zager
PRODUCTION/NON-PRODUCTION COORDINATORS:
Costume Coordinators .......................................................................... Aleta Bernard, Sallie Burkard,
Lee Piekarski, Sharon Sohner
Props Coordinators ................................................................................ Kavyn Custer, Cindy Velcheck
Strike Coordinators ...................................................................................... Aaron Schmidt, Jeff Smerz
Set Construction Coordinator............................................................................................................... TBD
Scene Shop Coordinator ........................................................................................................................ TBD
Control Booth Coordinator ...........................................................................................Aaron J. Schmidt
Building Maintenance Coordinator ................................................................................................... TBD
Civic Broadway Singers ......................................................................................................... Abby Lorenz
Civic Senior Players ............................................................................................................... Carol McLean
Cast Meal Coordinator ............................................................................................................ Allen Schuh
Usher Coordinator ................................................................................................................. Phillip Alonge
Usher Coordinator Assistants .......................................... Andy Gratke, Peggy Sitter, Aidan Thiele
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STAFF SAVERS
Webmasters...........................................................................................................Kurt Magoon, Sue Rapp
Computer Consultant............................................................................................................... Scott Fudali
Legal Consultant.................................................................................................................... Charlie Davies
Clerical Support............................................................ Phillip Alonge, Sara Toenes, Debbie Volden
Season Ticket Processing...................................................................................................Box Office Staff
Storage & Cleaning........................................................................ DUSTfree Cleaning & Andy Gratke
Facilities Maintenance....................... Phillip Alonge, John Cramer, Andy Gratke, Rich Labinski
Poster Distribution........................................................ Phillip Alonge, Andy Gratke, Ken Schenian
Staff Parking...............................................................................................................Waukesha State Bank
Civic Broadway Singers
Cheryl Axeford, Dennis Becker, Michelle Brien, Todd Cannaday, Glenn Daily,
Jim Dawson, Lori Figurski, Lauren Heinen, John Hrobar, Jimmy Kitts, Annette Kordus,
Tom Koth, Rich Labinski, Bill Laffey, Barb Lancelle, Abby Lorenz, Chris Martin, Curt Nash,
Fred Petersen, Janell Petersen, Nancy Radtke, Dorothy Riesing, Marcia Ryback,
Amy Stenzel, Gloria Teifke, Jim Volden, Don Wilde, Patty Wilson
Civic Senior Players
Judie Ball, Linda R. Bohan, Lee Conrad, Andy Gratke, Erling Kolstad,
Cheryl Loveland, Carol McLean, Lee Piekarski, Marcia Skarie, Patricia Stright
Usher Volunteers
Phillip Alonge, Patricia Andryk, Ron Andryk, Barbara Barton, Diane Belisle-Reel, Joan Bell,
Mary & Rich Boomsliter, Kathy Bourget, Renee Breecher, Susan Byrne, Darla Close,
Aileen Conlin, Jerry Davis, Rita Dais, Cindi DeBruine, Jim DeBruine, Mary Engle,
Jenny Erato, Tami Erickson, Leonard Feitel, Susan Feitel, Janice Ferguson, Joan Ferris,
Barbara Figi, Al Finkbeiner, Faye Flesia, Andy Gratke, Kathy Greenwald, Pamela Gruettner,
Phyllis Hansen, Lauren Heinen, Ella Holberg, Sharon Holzman, Jim Hoppe, Gail Hovey,
Donna Inman, Terry Inman, Jim Jessen, Sue Jessen, Barb Johnson, Annette Juopperi,
Debbie Kass, Margaret Kennedy, Patricia Kies, Kathy Koberstein, Jack Koehler,
Loie Koehler, Ruth Kraus, Bob Kubiak, Sharon Ladwig, McKenna Lang, Renee Lang,
Kathy Lily, David Mackinson, LaVonne Maguire, Chris March, Doris Marks,
Susan McCormack, Bonnie McCormick, Denise Meagher, Dexter Meise, Jayme Melter,
Barbara Mikula, Linda Miller, Clayton Mortl, James Mundschau, Roberta Mundschau,
Nancy Muth, Julia Myre, Larry Myre, Bob Navin, Mary Navin, Lukas Ortega, Sandy Ortega,
Tony Ortega, Sally Ottenberg, Alison Parker, Mike Pettitt, Lee Piekarski, Roger Platzek,
Zona Platzek, Tam Plinska, Marianne Puls, Carol Putz, Dorothy Reinke, Ingrid Revolinski,
Augie Revoy, Dave Riehl, Marlene Riehl, Patricia Ries, John Riphahn, Louise Riphahn,
Cecilia Rodriguez, Nancy Rosinski, Gail Rust, Leah Sawnor, Nancy Schmidt,
Bud Schneider, Carol Schneider, Charles Schuetze, Judy Schwingel, Tim Seeger,
Judy Sheets, Peggy Sitter, Kristy Sizemore, Marcia Skarie, Eloise Slipper, Katie Slipper,
Jay Slipper, Lainie Slipper, Mitchell Spanheimer, Shawn Spellman, Pat Stoffel,
Heather Strait, Kathy Strait, Joyce Sutherland, Donna Swanson, Cathy Szmanda,
Judy Taylor, Mary Thiede, Aidan Thiele, Caitlin Thiele, Cas Thiele, Heather Thiele,
Tegan Thiele, Sara Toenes, Bonnie Tuszkiewicz, Joanie Vehlow, Judy Vento, Jackie Volmar,
John Vos, Louise Vos, Ann Wanner, Marge Weiler, Shaun Weinfurter, Wendy Weinfurter,
Carla Werner, Elaine White, Lucy Wichman, Charlie Wieber, Rosemary Wilcenski,
Chelle Zastrow, Sandy Zingler
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Volunteer Bartenders
Susan Herro, Margaret Kennedy, Diane Matuszak, Becky Miller,
Dennis Muise, Angela Penzkover, Holly Penzkover, Mark Penzkover,
Bob Pugh, D.J. Rogan, Barb Rucci
Audio Describer Coordinator........................................................................................... Tamara Steiner
Photographers..................................................................................... Carroll Studios of Photography,
John Cramer, Jenny Erato,
Kurt Magoon, Jes Sudbrink
Window Display.............................................................................................................................. WCT Staff
Garden Display........................................................................................................................... Allen Schuh
Marquee............................................................................................................... Phillip Alonge, WCT Staff
Volunteer Wall of Fame......................................................................................................... Kurt Magoon
Archivists................................................................................................... Kristi Magoon, Debbie Volden
Press Releases........................................................................................................................... Katie Danner
Cookies................................................................................................................................... Melody Cookies
Beverages................................................................................................Water Doctors, Discount Liquor
Read More About It.............................................................................................................. Mary Wegener
NEWS ITEMS
Auditions
Blithe Spirit
ACT Live
33 Variations
Snow White and the Magnificent Seven
My Funny Valentine
The Drowsy Chaperone
Audition Dates
November 8-9, 2016
December 12, 2016
December 12-13, 2016
Call For Information
January 9, 2017
January 23-24, 2017
Broadway Bound
Barefoot In The Park
Miscast
February 27, 2017
March 13-14, 2017
March 27, 2017
Director
Carol Dolphin
Doug Jarecki
Dustin J. Martin
Patty Chones
TBD
Mark E. Schuster
and James Zager
TBD
Kelly Goeller
Meghan Hopper
Auditions for all shows will be held at the Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre Building at
264 West Main Street, Waukesha. For more information call (262) 547-4911 or
visit www.waukeshacivictheatre.org.
WAU K E S H A S TAT E B A N K A R T G A L L E R Y
Located just outside the Mardi Bryant Jones Mainstage inside the Margaret Brate Bryant
Civic Theatre Building, the Waukesha State Bank Art Gallery features the work of local
artists. A new artist’s work is displayed during the run of each of WCT’s productions. The
work of the artists can be viewed whenever the box office is open. The art displayed
during To Kill A Mockingbird is by Wendie Thompson.
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WCT’s mission is to provide quality live theatre performances and educational
opportunities that enrich, challenge, and entertain both participants and audience
members.
Waukesha Civic Theatre
Waukesha Civic Theatre
Nov. 3
Nov. 1
Poetry Slam
Fundraiser
Dec. 2-18
Dec. 6 & 8
Musical Comedy
Comic Concert
www.waukeshacivictheatre.org • Box Office: 262.547.0708
UPCOMING COMMUNITY THEATRE EVENTS:
October 13-30, 2016
Young Frankenstein | Lake Country Playhouse
October 13-November 6, 2016
Fiddler On The Roof | Sunset Playhouse
October 31-November 1, 2016
Musical MainStage Concert Series: Twist And Shout! | Sunset Playhouse
November 4-6, 2016
Mulan Jr. | Falls Patio Players
November 9-12, 2016
bug in a rug Children’s Theater: The Big Blue Ball | Sunset Playhouse
November 11-20, 2016
Rumors | Imagination Theatre of Germantown
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VO L U N T E E R O P P O R T U N I T I E S W I T H T H E WAU K E S H A C I V I C T H E AT R E
WCT has a number of opportunities for people
who are looking to volunteer some of their time.
Ushers – WCT has the opportunity
for hands-on-the-job training, and we
welcome people with a willing heart to
volunteer as ushers. Ushers must be 14
years or older and are expected to work
one performance per production. Usher
duties include helping patrons by taking
tickets and directing patrons to assigned
seats. Active ushers will receive one
complimentary voucher to see the Preview
performance of each of WCT’s Mainstage
and holiday productions! If you are
interested in becoming an usher please
call (262) 547-4911 ext. 20.
Raffle Sellers – Would you like to help
WCT raise money while enjoying a
performance at the same time? Then
volunteer to sell raffle tickets during
performances. Sellers must be over 14
years old or accompanied by an adult.
Proceeds benefit WCT’s operating fund.
Please call the business office at (262)
547-4911.
Bartenders – Are you a licensed
bartender? WCT is looking for volunteer
bartenders to run the bar during
performances. Contact the business office
at (262) 547-4911 during regular business
hours for more information.
WCT is also looking for volunteers to help
with scenery construction, lighting, sound,
costumes, props, and painting. For more
information call WCT at (262) 547-4911.
T H E AT R E I N F O R M AT I O N
Waukesha Civic Theatre is proud to be
established as a downtown institution
performing at the Margaret Brate Bryant
Civic Theatre building located at 264 West
Main Street.
BUSINESS OFFICE is open from noon to
5:00 pm Tuesday through Friday and can
be reached by calling (262) 547-4911.
BOX OFFICE is open from noon to 5:00
pm Tuesday through Friday, noon through
intermission on show Fridays, and two
hours before curtain through intermission
on show weekends. The Box Office can be
reached at (262) 547-0708. On weekdays
access to the building is through the Main
Street entrance only.
* Regular Business Office and Box Office hours are subject to change due to holidays, inclement
weather, and all major WCT events.
TICKET SALES
TICKET SALES Box Office staff will be
available to answer your questions and
requests during the Box Office hours listed
above. In-person sales can be purchased
using cash, credit card, or check. Phone
sales must be purchased using a credit
card. Mail order sales must be purchased
using a credit card or check. All ticket
prices include tax and service fees. Credit
cards accepted are Visa, MasterCard,
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Discover, and American Express. All sales
are final, and there are no refunds. You
may exchange individual tickets for a
different performance of the same show
for a $1.00 per ticket fee. There is no fee to
exchange for subscribers.
ONLINE TICKET SALES for all open seats
are available through our website at www.
waukeshacivictheatre.org. You will find
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“Buy Now” buttons on almost every page
of our website. If you would like more
information please contact the Box Office
during normal business hours. All sales are
final and include tax and service fees.
MAINSTAGE TICKET PRICES are $27.00;
$24.00 for seniors (aged 60 and up),
military, and students (adult students
must have a valid student ID); $21.00 for
subscribers and groups of ten or more; and
$10.00 for educational groups of ten or
more. Ticket prices include tax and service
fees. Visit our website or call us for more
information about our Student Rush and
Pay What You Can ticket discounts.
SUBSCRIPTION TICKET PRICES are a
30% to 19% savings on all tickets, and all
packages come with incredible benefits,
including purchasing additional tickets at
subscriber rates for all of our shows, either
a 22% or a 30% savings, depending on the
regular ticket price; no charge for ticket
exchanges; and a WCT Subscriber Benefits
Card, giving our subscribers discounted
offers at 16 downtown restaurants. (Visit
our website for additional information)
2016 – 2017 SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS
CARD RESTAURANT PARTNERS include
225 South, Bernie’s Tap Room, The Clarke
Hotel, Crush Wine Bar, Dave’s Restaurant,
Eric’s Porter Haus, Mainstream Bar & Grill,
Magellan’s, Meli’s, Mia’s, People’s Park,
Rochester Deli, Roots Café and Coffee Bar,
The Salty Toad, Spring City Wine House, &
The Steaming Cup
2016 – 2017 WCT SUBSCRIPTION
PACKAGES:
Super Six is our most popular subscriber
package. Choose any six of our seven
super Mainstage shows with the same
confirmed seats for each show for only
$120. Available through November 13,
2016. Save 26%
Fabulous Flex has four tickets and
countless possibilities. Use all four tickets
at one Mainstage show, one ticket to four
different Mainstage shows, or come up
with your own fabulous combination. $84.
Available through June 18, 2017. Save 22%
Perfect PIX 3, for those who don’t have
time for six or seven great shows. Get a
Perfect PIX 3 and make your perfect three
show season package, choosing any three
of our Mainstage shows. $66. Available
through March 26, 2017.
Save 19%
SEASON TICKET HOLDER EXCHANGES
are processed in the order in which
they are received (based on availability).
Exchanges can only take place for the
same production and must be conducted
BEFORE your original ticket date occurs.
If you are not exchanging tickets in
person and would like them mailed to
you, please help us save on postage costs
by sending a self-addressed stamped
envelope; otherwise, please designate that
you would like them held at the Will Call
window for pick-up. Thank you.
GROUP SALES Groups of ten or more
qualify for the discounted ticket price of
$21.00 per ticket. Full payment for ten
seats is required and all additional seats
will be held on reserve as a courtesy.
Final group count and full payment for
all unpaid seats is required three weeks
before the performance. Educational
group tickets are $10.00 each for groups
of ten or more from any educational
organization, as well as the Boy Scouts and
Girl Scouts. All ticket prices include tax
and service fees.
STUDENT DISCOUNT Students get $2 to
$3 off for all shows.
STUDENT RUSH Students get a 50%
discount for all shows available on the day
of the show.
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TERRIFIC TICKETS During the run of all
Mainstage shows, we are offering a special
called Terrific Tickets. You can use your
ticket stub to come back to see the same
show again for half price! One ticket per
ticket stub, and the ticket stub must be
turned in to receive the discount. Use it
yourself, or give it to someone you think
would enjoy the show!
PAY WHAT YOU CAN Every first Saturday
evening and third Saturday matinee of a
Mainstage show, any patron can pay what
his or her budget allows. Available at the
box office on the day of the show.
PLEASE DON’T BE A “NO SHOW!” If
you have tickets but cannot make the
performance, why not give your tickets to
friends to enjoy or let us resell them? You
may be able to consider the price of the
tickets that you turn in as a tax-deductible
donation.
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CIVIC BROADWAY SINGERS Are you
looking for upbeat entertainment for
your next special event? The Civic
Broadway Singers perform year-round in
southeastern Wisconsin under the musical
direction of Abby Lorenz. The 30-voice
group sings memorable Broadway
favorites for a variety of events from
company picnics and Christmas parties to
corporate lunches and grand openings.
The Civic Broadway Singers provide their
own piano and sound system and will
perform for groups of all sizes in exchange
for a donation to the theatre. To schedule
the Civic Broadway Singers at your next
event, please call Abby at (414) 350-8713
or e-mail her at [email protected].
CIVIC SENIOR PLAYERS The Civic Senior
Players – Traveling to make you laugh! We
are a fun-loving group of performers who
love to entertain others. We’ll bring our
unique comedy-variety show to your
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senior organization community group or
any event looking for a laugh in exchange
for a donation to the Waukesha Civic
Theatre. To schedule an event or if you
have an interest in becoming a performer,
please call Carol at (262) 549-1091 or
e-mail her at [email protected].
ACAP PLAYMAKERS provide daytime
performances (often of original works)
based upon school curricula themes and
ideas relevant to children at various stages
of their education. While offered primarily
to school groups, these family-friendly
shows are great for public, private, and
home school groups, Boy and Girl Scout
troops, senior centers, and your family!
Please call (262) 547-0708 for ticket prices
and information. PlayMakers rehearse and
perform in the daytime and are always
looking for new actors and technical
personnel.
ACCESSIBILITY The
Margaret Brate Bryant
Civic Theatre Building
is fully handicappedaccessible, and WCT
is proud to offer a
number of services for our patrons who
have special needs (a four-week notice
Taylor’s People’s Park is offering
a 10% discount if you bring your
ticket stub between:
OCT 28TH - NOV 13TH
Caramel Apple Mimosa
Apple Cider, Korbel Champagne, Ciroc Apple Vodka,
Stoli Salty Karamel Vodka with a cinnamon sugar rim
is required and services are based upon
availability). For the hearing impaired we
have a T-Coil Loop System, T-Coil Listening
Devices, and FM listening devices that will
amplify the sounds of the performance.
Patrons must have hearing aids with
telecoils installed and activated to use the
Loop System. Patrons who are blind can
receive audio descriptive services for the
performance. Wheelchair accessibility is
available in two forms: transfer seats and
wheelchair positions.
PATRONS Please refrain from wearing
highly-scented colognes, perfumes, hand
cream, or aftershave to performances
as many people have allergies or
respiratory problems. WCT is concerned
for all patrons, and we appreciate your
cooperation.
PARKING Parking is available on Main
Street, in the Riverfront Plaza parking area
behind the Theatre, off Barstow Street, in
the parking facility on Broadway, and at
other locations in downtown Waukesha.
REMINDER As a courtesy to those who
arrive on time, latecomers will be seated at
the first break!
Best wishes to
the Waukesha Civic Theatre
From Bill and Michele Holcomb
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262.549.8600
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F R I E N D S O F WAU K E S H A C I V I C T H E AT R E D O N O R C AT E G O R I E S
Operating, Capital, and Endowment Donor Categories:
Benefactor
Angel
Celebrity
Thespian
Producer
Director
Playwright
Designer
Stage Manager
Run Crew
$100,000 and above
$10,000 to $99,999
$5,000 to $9,999
$2,500 to $4,999
$1,000 to $2,499
$500 to $999
$250 to $499
$150 to $249
$50 to $149
$49 & under
WAU K E S H A C O U N T Y C O M M U N I T Y F O U N DAT I O N E N D OWM E N T F U N D
Contributors from July 1, 2002 to Present
Benefactor
($100,000 and above)
Bryce & Anne Styza Fund
Angel
($10,000 - $99,999)
Dr. Rich & Cathy Labinski
Fund
Dorothy Naughton
Waukesha State Bank
Celebrity
($5,000 - $9,999)
Greater Milwaukee
Foundation - Anthony
& Andrea Bryant Family
Fund
Waukesha County
Community Foundation
Thespian
($2,500 - $4,999)
Dorothy A. Heale
Kay & Peter Lettenberger
Suzanne Rapp
Drake & Evie Reid
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Producer
($1,000 - $2,499)
William & Michele Holcomb
Ralph M. North III
Keith & Betty Rupple
Director
($500 - $999)
Eugene & Marilyn Baus
Fred & JoAnne Portz
Playwright
($250 - $499)
Beverly & Donald Chappie
John, Kelli, Elena, & Jude
Cramer
George W. & Emily M.
Lorenz
Jim Mallmann
Joseph Piatt & Traci
Huntemann-Piatt
Lee Rasmussen
Designer
($150 - $249)
Bill & Joanne Huelsman
Kate & James Jolin:
In Honor of Charles
Periman
Alfred & Sharon Loehrl
Patricia & Gerald Rakowski:
In Honor of Charles
Periman
Stage Manager
($50 - $149)
Patricia Ayers
Mae Lass
Herbert & Dona Rae Lundin
Lauren Montclair & Jerry
Ulvestad
Mr. & Mrs. David Schnabl
Alan & Linda Thompson
Run Crew
($49 and under)
Daniel & Kristine DeKarske
James Hinchman
John & Jacquelyn Hintz
Lois M. Kaplan
Thomas & Irene Kay
Debbie Schwanz
Frank & Susan Till
Mr. & Mrs. Paul Vrakas
The show must go on!
WCT is not a one-act play.
your charitable acts help
our future acts
Please consider giving…
• A gift to our Capital fund or Operating fund at WCT
• A matching gift through local sponsoring business employers
• A gift that will last a lifetime through your Will or Estate Planning
• A gift to our Endowment fund at Waukesha County Community Foundation
• A gift as a Sponsor or Underwriter of outstanding performances and
educational programs
Contact John Cramer, Managing Artistic Director,
for more information 262-547-4911 ext. 13
Thank you to all our loyal supporters!
Support the Civic Theatre
while doing something
good for yourself at the
same time!
Donating your unwanted car, truck, boat or RV to a charity has just been made easier.
Waukesha Civic Theatre has teamed up with Charitable Auto Resources, a national
car-donation program that partners with nonprofit organizations. Charitable Auto Resources has
years of experience helping people donate their vehicle in a convenient and hassle-free way.
To learn more call: 877-537-5277
C U R TA I N C A L L C L U B
By including the Waukesha Civic Theatre in your future estate plans, you can help ensure
the theatre’s future. Please consider joining these generous supporters who have
remembered the Waukesha Civic Theatre in their estate plans. If you already have made
plans that include WCT and you are not listed here, please let us know!
Scott & Angila Allen
Anthony & Andrea Bryant
John J. Bryant
June Burrowes
John Cramer
Dorothy A. Heale
Ron & Sherrie Hinderman
George & Anita Ransome
Kuchler
Glorianne L. Kurth
Carol McLean
Dorothy Naughton
Ralph M. North III
Lee Piekarski
August & Lynn Revoy
Alice Schnetter
Midge Verhein
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2 016 - 2 017 S P O N S O R S G R A N TO R S A N D U N D E R W R I T E R S
Mainstage
The Freeman (Mainstage Series)
Lemberg Electric (Mainstage Series)
VJS Construction Services (Mainstage Series)
Waukesha State Bank (To Kill A Mockingbird)
Hippenmeyer, Reilley, Moodie & Blum (To Kill A Mockingbird)
Waukesha Reads and NEA Big Read (To Kill A Mockingbird)
Wilde Automotive (For Purely Elfish Reasons)
Carroll University (The Drowsy Chaperone)
Education & Outreach
Waukesha State Bank
In-Kind Trade Agreements
Water Doctors
Berg Management
Wisconsin Public Radio
Carroll Studios of Photography
Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning
QuickPrint
DUSTfree Cleaning Services, Inc.
Cantrell’s Carpet Cleaning
ShiftNote
Grantors
Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin (Full Season)
Staples Advantage (To Kill A Mockingbird)
SPONSORSHIPS
Have your business recognized by the more than 20,000 people who come to the
Waukesha Civic Theatre every year. For information on becoming a sponsor please call
the business office at (262) 547-4911.
C I V I C S U P E R S TA R S
The donors in this group have given a cumulative lifetime donation of at least $25,000.
If you feel that you should be included in this list but are not listed below, please let us
know. We are working with 57 years of donation records and could quite possibly have
missed a Superstar or two.
Bielinski Brothers
Anthony & Andrea Bryant
John J. Bryant
Century Fence Company
Tom & Maripat Dalum
David & Velma Geraldson, Precision Gears
Inc.
Greater Milwaukee Foundation
Dorothy A. Heale
William & Joanne Huelsman
Rich & Cathy Labinski
M&I Foundation
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Milwaukee Foundation Corporation
Dorothy Naughton
Non Profit Management Fund
Helen & Ralph M. North III
Potawatomi Bingo & Casino
Drake & Evelyn Reid
Dick & Carol Richards
Bryce & Anne Styza
Don & Carol Taylor
Waukesha State Bank
Waukesha Women’s Club
Wisconsin Arts Board
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Written by Shaun Kempf
Directed By Mark Myers
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To Kill A Mockingbird
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2 016 - 2 017 O P E R AT I N G F U N D
Contributors from July 1, 2016 to October 3, 2016
Angel
($10,000 - $99,999)
Anthony & Andrea Bryant
Celebrity
($5,000 - $9,999)
Thespian
($2,500 - $4,999)
Producer
($1,000 - $2,499)
Rich & Cathy Labinski
Oberlin Filter Company
Penzkovers Von Trapp
Director
($500 - $999)
Bill & Michele Holcomb
Through the Bill & Michele
Holcomb Family Fund
and Waukesha County
Community Foundation
Sara Toenes
Playwright
($250 - $499)
Richard Ammerman &
Family
In memory of Joan
Ammerman
James & Betty Chermak
Golden K Kiwanis Club
Michael Ignatowski
John Kraft
John & Sandie Stippich
WE Energies Foundation
On behalf of WE Energies
employees
Designer
($150 - $249)
Jim & Monica Ansay
Beacon Lights Club
Chuck & Sherry Foyer
Bill & Mary Freisleben
Dewey & Patricia Schiele
Mary & William Schoultz
Cynthia Cuthbert
Dan & Kristine DeKarske
Mary & Steve Dembinski
Marlene Douglas
Terri Entert
Thomas Fillman
Charlotte Glaser
Kristy Goggio
Deborah Hankel
Bridgit Hansen-Helminski
Stage Manager
Jacquelyn Hintz
($50 - $149)
Karen Hoehn
Pat & Chuck Ayers
Judey Jacobs
Eileen Campbell
Alissa Johnson
Mark & Kathy Conrad
Susan Kellogg
Norma Jane DeMeyer
Kate Kleen
Charlie Fawley
Jill Koebernik
Andy Gratke
Ruth Kraus
Jim & Kathy Hahn
Lucille Krueger
Thomas Kay
Scott Lange
Candice Koehn
Sandra Lausmann
Roberta Kuhnke
Herbert & Dona Rae Lundin Kurt Magoon
Nancy & William Mahn
James Mallmann
Anne Molzberger
Arthur & Marilyn Olson
Barbara Mudrock
Deborah Penzkover
Michelle Nehlsen
David & Karen Pfeffer
Michael & Debbie Poytinger Karl Nennig
Alexander Nernberger
Sue Rapp
Clara & Douglas Nettesheim
Paul & Evie Vrakas
Pamela Parker
Nick Pratt
Run Crew
Page Remmers
($49 & Under)
Carleen & John Schloemer
Sandra Angeli
Ellis & Karen Schmocker
Jorge Arreola-Munoz
Ryan Skaggs
Janet Bashirian
Cara Thompson
Elizabeth Bechtel
Frank & Susan Till
Lori Beringer
Joan Vehlow
Linda Bohan
Mackie Westbrook
Dennis & Linda Buhl
Brenda S. Wilde
John & Joan Clausz
Nancy Wolowick
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