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TABLE OF CONTENTS Message from the President & CEO ..................... 5 Jesus Christ Superstar ....................................... 11 Co-sponsored by Aetna and Travelers Annual Fund Donor Honor Roll ......................... 24 An Extra Special Thank You ............................... 28 The Bushnell Services ....................................... 35 | 3 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT & CEO Performance, Progress, Hope As we continue It’s in the spirit of progress and the search to celebrate The for knowledge that we offer programming Bushnell’s 90th that reflects our diverse community. In the anniversary, we want to coming weeks, guests can feel the rhythm with recognize the noteworthy international Latin pop star Prince Royce, journey piece of art directly above to ancient Egypt with National Geographic’s you. Created by Barry Faulkner Kara Cooney, or enjoy a memorable and and a staff of Prix de Rome painters, the mural, hilarious Evening with David Sedaris. There’s an which cost $50,000 to create, was installed in experience for everyone, including workshops, 1930. In today’s money that’s over $700,000. movie screenings, and performances that have Aptly named Drama, the mural features the been designed for children or adults diagnosed Muse of Drama as its centerpiece. Surrounding with an autism spectrum disorder or other her are representations of performance, sensitivity issues. progress, and hope in the form of ancient mythological constellations to the 20th century Visit bushnell.org for more information on representations of skyscrapers and airplanes. these shows and mark your calendars for It is the largest hand-painted ceiling mural in the March 30 when we announce the 2020–2021 United States. Broadway season! During those difficult times, hope and belief But we’re not the only ones celebrating a in progress propelled The Bushnell forward. milestone, Jesus Christ Superstar marks its We continue that spirit by pushing the limits of 50th anniversary this year! The 1970 rock opera innovation and creativity in our programming by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice gives and events, from thematic performances audiences a concert-like vibe and a unique, and extraordinary cultural experiences to theatrical experience. We hope you enjoy cutting-edge visual technology and our digital this iconic show and we thank you for your learning initiatives. continued support at The Bushnell. These are just a few of the programs we Sincerely, celebrate and support at Ovations 2020, our annual fundraising gala on March 7. Come join us for STARS: 90 Years of The Bushnell. To learn more visit bushnell.org/ovations or David R. Fay call 860-987-6029. 2019-2020 Season Sponsored by | 5 | 7 THE BUSHNELL LEGACY SOCIETY A Lasting Gift The Bushnell Legacy Society recognizes with gratitude the generosity of those donors who have included the Center in their estate plans. Stanley* and Marilyn M. Alfeld Helen and Harry* Gray Carl and Lisa Peterson Dorothy Clark Archibald* Arnold and Beverly Greenberg Ronna L. Reynolds Tony and Betty Autorino Mary Guiney* Margaret S. Rochford* Betty and Hap* Barnes Bertha L. Hart* Mr.* and Mrs. Peter G. Russell Tom and Melanie Barnes Arman* and Betty Hatsian Dr. Alan Schwartz* Joan K. Berthoud* Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin A. Hilyard Carol W. Scoville Kristin M. Blanchfield Virginia and David Hilyard Charles B. Seaverns Lori Poggi Bourret and Shepherd M. Holcombe* Margaret J. Sheehan Robert L. Bourret, Sr. Hugh M. and Helen H. Joseloff* Lois and Howard J.* Siegal Joyce C. and Harold C. Karen A. Kelleher Robert* and Barbara Simons Buckingham, Jr. Dick and Hazel Koszyca Robert Siskin* John and Marla Byrnes Ann and Fred Larson Margery and Lewis Steinberg Jerrie and Bert Clear* Margaret and Roger* Lawson Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Stepnowski Susan and Brian Clemow Eileen R. Learned* Peter* and Betsy Sturrock Marie Jeanne and David* Coffin Peter and Mary Fran Libassi Michael Suisman* Mary J. Converse* Henry Link, P.E. Allen Weintraub Patricia L. Coombs* Mark and Liisa Livingston Helen and Alfred Wilke Pamela and James Cronin Jim Lyon Mary Jane Willms* Evelyn L. Crosby* Cornelia G. Mason Mrs. Helen S. Wills* Ann M. Curran* Ruth A. McElraevy Louise W. Willson* Barbara and Ward Cusati Linn and Keith McGlade Mrs. Lisa Wilson-Foley and Robert* and Mary Darling Ken and Kris Millerd Mr. Brian J. Foley Patricia R. DiLeo Mr.* and Mrs. William F. K. Monks Mr.* and Mrs. Gardiner T. Wood Germaine and Raymond Drennen Joan G. Monts Margaret L. Woods Dr. Robert F. and Mrs. Sharon Efron Edith* and John Davis* Murphy William A. Yandow* David and Rochelle Fierston David & Ellen Nattila Robert and Kathleen Bob Garthwait, Jr. Seymore S. Newman* O’Donnell Yeaton Evelyn Genovese Emery and Barbara Olcott Judith M. and Henry M. Zachs Vanessa and Tom Giannasi The Robert and Margaret Patricelli Ellen and Michael Zenke Bob and Frankie Goldfarb Family Foundation Anonymous Julian B. Goldstein* Frances B. Petersen* *in grateful memory For more information on membership in The Bushnell Legacy Society, please contact Ellen Nattila, Senior Major and Planned Gifts Officer at (860) 987-6071. Do what Dotha did… include The Bushnell in your estate plans. | 9 CO-SPONSORED BY AETNA AND TRAVELERS FEBRUARY 25-MARCH 1, 2020 WORK LIGHT PRODUCTIONS presents REGENT’S PARK THEATRE LONDON PRODUCTION OF LYRICS BY TIM RICE MUSIC BY ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER Starring AARON LaVIGNE JAMES DELISCO BEEKS JENNA RUBAII ALVIN CRAWFORD TOMMY SHERLOCK TYCE GREEN ERIC A. LEWIS PAUL LOUIS LESSARD TOMMY McDOWELL DAVID ANDRÉ SARA ANDREAS WESLEY J. BARNES DEREK FERGUSON BRIAN GOLUB BRITTANY ROSE HAMMOND GARFIELD HAMMONDS KEIRSTEN NICOLE HODGENS SHEILA JONES REBECCA KRITZER JACOB LACOPO CHARLES McCALL DANNY McHUGH PEPE NUFRIO SARAH PARKER ERICK PATRICK SANDYREDD JASMINE SCHMENK CLAY THOMSON CHELSEA WILLIAMS Scenic, Hair and Costume Design Music Supervision Lighting Design Co-Sound Design TOM SCUTT TOM DEERING LEE CURRAN KEITH CAGGIANO NICK LIDSTER Associate Scenic Designers Associate Costume Designer Associate Music Supervisor Associate Lighting Designer DAVID ALLEN POPPY HALL SHAWN GOUGH RYAN O’GARA DAVID ARSENAULT Casting Associate Director Associate Choreographer Booking and Marketing Direction WOJCIK/SEAY GINA RATTAN ASHLEY ANDREWS BOND THEATRICAL CASTING GROUP Company Manager General Management Production Management Production Stage Manager ARTHUR J. M. WORK LIGHT PORT CITY ALAN D. KNIGHT CALLAHAN PRODUCTIONS TECHNICAL Choreographed by DREW MCONIE Directed by TIMOTHY SHEADER BY ARRANGEMENT WITH THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP LIMITED. | 11 CAST AARON JAMES JENNA ALVIN TOMMY TYCE LaVIGNE DELISCO RUBAII CRAWFORD SHERLOCK GREEN BEEKS PAUL ERIC A. TOMMY DAVID SARA WESLEY J. LOUIS LEWIS McDOWELL ANDRÉ ANDREAS BARNES LESSARD DEREK BRIAN BRITTANY GARFIELD KEIRSTEN SHEILA FERGUSON GOLUB ROSE HAMMONDS NICOLE JONES HAMMOND HODGENS REBECCA JACOB CHARLES DANNY PEPE SARAH KRITZER LACOPO McCALL McHUGH NUFRIO PARKER ERICK SANDYREDD JASMINE CLAY CHELSEA PATRICK SCHMENK THOMSON WILLIAMS 12 | BUSHNELL PROMPTER CAST Jesus ......................................................................................................................................AARON LAVIGNE Judas ..........................................................................................................................JAMES DELISCO BEEKS Mary ...........................................................................................................................................JENNA RUBAII Caiaphas .............................................................................................................................ALVIN CRAWFORD Pilate ................................................................................................................................TOMMY SHERLOCK Annas ........................................................................................................................................... TYCE GREEN Simon .........................................................................................................................................ERIC A. LEWIS Herod ............................................................................................................................PAUL LOUIS LESSARD Peter ................................................................................................................................TOMMY MCDOWELL Riot Girl .................................................................................................................................. SARAH PARKER First Priest ..................................................................................................................................BRIAN GOLUB Second Priest ............................................................................................................ GARFIELD HAMMONDS Third Priest ......................................................................................................................... CHARLES MCCALL Soul Girls ......................................................................................................KEIRSTEN NICOLE HODGENS, SANDYREDD, JASMINE SCHMENK Peter’s Accusers ........................................................................................................................BRIAN GOLUB, GARFIELD HAMMONDS, SANDYREDD Ensemble ...................................................................................................DAVID ANDRÉ, SARA ANDREAS, WESLEY J. BARNES, BRIAN GOLUB, BRITTANY ROSE HAMMOND, GARFIELD HAMMONDS, KEIRSTEN NICOLE HODGENS,