The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild and Retains a Seat on Our Board of Directors
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i 539th Production • 68th Year The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and Barrett & McNagny present Book and Lyrics by Music by Based on the Novel by Marsha Norman Lucy Simon Frances Hodgson Burnett Associate Sponsors WAJI _^ AlAjfc lillAC February 1997 95.7fm We believe the arts are 1 a stabilizing influence, !• stimulating the development of creativity, understanding, i responsibility and tolerance. Lincoln National Corporation, through Lincoln National Foundation, is commit ted to enhancing the quality of life in those communities where Lincoln National employees live and work. At Lincoln National, we're working to help people meet the demands of today and the needs of tomorrow. LINCOLN 200 East Berry Street NATIONAL Fon Wayne, Indiana 46802 n (219)455-2000 CORPORATION 68th Year c 539th Production The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and Barrett & McNagny present Book and Lyrics by Music by Based on the Novel by Marsha Norman Lucy Simon Frances Hodgson Burnett Musical Director Choreographer Eunice Wadewitz Phillip H.Colglazier Scenic Designer Costume Designer Bob Sandmaier Louise Heckaman Lighting Designer Richard Grubb Stage Manager Assistant Stage Manager Bill" Wunderlin Joyce Van Ry Directed by Al Franklin February 1997 The Civic Theatre would like to thank our associate sponsors, WFTA-TV21 Alive and WAJI Majic 95.1. THE SECRET GARDEN is presented through special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., New York, NY Original Broadway production produced by Heidi Landesman Rick Steiner, Frederic H. Mayerson, Elizabeth Williams Jujamcyn Theatres/TV ASAHI and Dodger Productions Originally produced by the Virginia Stage Company Charles Towers Artistic Director Taking Pride In The Arts That Enrich Our Community And Our Lives 1 Barrett & McNagny is proud to be the sponsor of W^ The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre's presentation of The Secret Garden Barrett&McNagny ATTORNEYS A LAW 215 East Berry Street, P.O.Box 2263 Fori Wayne, Indiana 46801-2263 219-423-9551, Fax: 219-423-8924 FORT WAYNE We Salute Our 1996-1997 Corporate Sponsors Ian M. Rolland I Richard E. Fox Chairman of the Board and CEO, Lincoln I Chairman of the Executive Committee, National Corporation *»» 4^J Barrett ,'"« McNagny "The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is an I "We are proud to again lend our sup- integral part of our community's cultural I port to the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. life. Lincoln National Corporation is ^LTB I ",L' 1996-97 season promises to be pleased to continue its support of this [ ) | memorable and we look forward to important organization." enjoying it with our friends and all of the patrons of this outstanding community organization." Scott McGehee Publisher, The Neivs-Sentinel William J. Dewhurst "The News-Sentinel is proud to support PresidentfFort Wayne and Regional the rich cultural tradition of the Civic Manager, Norzvest Bank, N.A. Theatre. We hope you'll enjoy WAIT "Norwest welcomes the opportunity to UNTIL DARK and the other fine theatrical support the Civic Theatre. The quality of presentations during 1996-97 season." life in this area is strongly influenced by Arts United programs. The outstanding Lisa Boyd performances by the Civic have been an President, Civic Theatre Guild important part of these programs.' "In an effort to further promote and support the Civic Theatre, the Fort Jay Gilbert Wayne Civic Theatre Guild is proud to President and CEO, Physicians Health Plan sponsor THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, of Northern Indiana bringing Shakespeare back to Fort "The Civic Theatre plays a very Wayne. Enjoy the show!" important role in educating people about the arts, creating a cultural health. PHP is Dr. Marvin R. Sambur committed to improving the health of our President and General Manager, ITT community and we are honored to Aerospace/Communications Division Sponsor COTTON PATCH GOSPEL. "The theatre is a magical place where one can be transported around the world William A. Zeilke on musical notes, laugh at the oddities of Regional President, GTE North humanity or be taken to the depths of a "Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is a long character's soul. We at ITT A/CD are standing contributor to the quality of life committed to ensuring the future of the Civic Theatre so in this area. We arc proud to support this that the community can share the wonders of the theatre fine organization ad salute its cej^ ued experience." professionalism and the quality 3BR performances." - Celebrating the gifts of play, song, and dance. NORWEST To The N*h £>egree* 219-478-6904 Be sure trot to miss ... THE ILLUSION, by Tony Kushner, \ April 4-13. Directed by Al Franklin. Member Box Office Opens March 24 Public Box Office Opens March 25 For Your Information ... Fort Wayne Civic Theatre 303 East Main Street • Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Business Office (219)422-8641 • Box Office (219)424-5220 • Fax (219)422-6699 Reminder: NO flash pictures or recording devices of any kind are allowed. 1996-97 Robert Anderson, Timothy Alford Rosy Ridenour Civic Theatre President Vincent J. Backs Mark E. Rupp Board of Directors Richard Battin, Steven J. Bollier Dr. Marvin Sambur Vice President Lisa Boyd Dave Schmautz Jerry Witte, Ann Harding Dahm Randall Steiner Secretary Sharon Eisbart Ronald Twomey Janet Whitney, Al Franklin John Walda Treasurer Jay M. Gilbert Irene Walters Debra Kimbrough Larry Wardlaw Dana Leininger Dwight Wilson Susanne Moorman 1996-97 Artistic Staff Richard Grubb, Administrative Staff Civic Theatre Staff Al Franklin, Technical Director & Mickie Martin, Executive Director Resident Lighting Business Manager Robert Sandmaier, Designer Susan Domer, Resident Designer Louise Heckaman, Marketing Director Phillip H. Colglazier, Costume Designer Debra Baney, Resident Choreographer Schellie Engelhart, Administrative & IN THE WINGS Assistant Costumer & Assistant Education Director Rental Manager Madeline D. Smith, Jonathan Sandmaier, Box Office Manager Master Carpenter Maryamber Bosk, Ryan Berkes, Office Assistant Carpenter yl Lebamoff's For a Unique Shopping CapK Experience, i* Visit . 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IN 46565 483-1147 (219) 768-4887 Art never expresses anything but itself." - Oscar Wilde FONT WAYNE NATIONAL BANK M'Tl-Kl HJL1. 426-0555 FORT WAYNE 1996-97 Benefactors The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre gratefully acknowledges the special contributions of the following individuals and businesses whose continued support ensures our ability to provide quality theatrical experiences to the Fort Wayne community. They make it possible for us to encourage the cultivation of awareness, imagination, wisdom and delight. Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Felger Theodore Bendall & Dr. Civic Leaders Producers Dr. Steven & Robin Fisher Janet Houghton Arts United Pam & Ernie Beal Don & Joan Goldner Bill & Anita Cast Fort Wayne Community Andy & Peg Candor David Greene & Susan Carl & Grace Cisna Foundation Jerry & Ann Dahm Tuori, M,D. Melodye Clements English Bonter Mitchell Mr. & Mrs. Fredric D. Mr. & Mrs. Paul L. Crush Kelly & Beth Clevenger Foundation Gingrich Tom & Sally Gutwein Ed & Linda Collins Lincoln National Robert & Celia Haller George & Jane Irmscher Custom Mattress Factory Corporation Mr. & Mrs. John E. Larry D. & Karen M. Outlet, Inc. Kasper The News-Sentinel Hoffman William & Mary Lou Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Diane Humphrey Dan & Lois Lovinger Dew hurst Guild Edmund & Linda Kos Scott McGehee ITT Aerospace/ Grace Drummond Communications Wilda Gene Marcus Jack & Lori Morris Sharon & Ben Eisbart Division Douglas & Lenore Perry Anah Radatz Keith & Barbara Gilbert Barrett & McNagny Mark & Christine Rupp Jim & Susan Schmelzer Frank & Carol Glavin Norwest Bank Gabriel & Jeanne Shaheen Chuck & Patty Schrimper Vernon Gore Physicians Health Plan Robert & Irene Walters Cheri Shaw K. Joan Gotschall GTE David & Maria Wheat David & Sharon Smith Gourmet Breads & Sweets, Bill & JoAnn Wyatt G. Sherwood Smith Ltd. Bob & Sally Weigand Angels Mr. & Mrs. Robert Associates Denny & Kay Yoder Guntrum Essex Group, Inc. Stacy Hartman Ronald & Marilvn Foster Timothy J. Alford Mr, & Mrs. Kenneth Adrien & Linda Gauthier |im Bailev Backers Haughey Al Hyman Stan & Karen Barker Robert & Monna Anderson Phil & Nancy Hershberger Norm & Martha Casselman Ian & Mimi Rolland Vincent J. Backs Gary & Pam Hilgeman Dave & Debbie Schmautz Mrs. Royal B. Davies Mr. & Mrs. Craig Bartscht Mark & Mary Derheimer Patricia Hippensteele Richard & Adrienne Battin Gene & Pam Hollenberg Dr. & Mrs. Matthew E. Jerry & Ruth Beasley Farber Rosalie Howe M David & Janet Seiwert Bell Dennis & Linda KroB^ii Marvin & Linda Kurt/ Walt& Mary Evelyn I larrv & Vivian Purvis Rea Magnet Wire Ka»J Lapan Carnes Don & Joanne Rasmussen Rehabilitation Hospital of p(^ & Susan LeBlanc Closet Tamers Emmell & 1 la/el Rasor Fort VVavne Eugene & Betty McQuillan Andrew & Marie Corrao Dan & Nan Robinson Sears Roebuck & Co. M830 Cathy McWhorter Mrs. Royal B. 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