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A Note From the Director

Thank you all so much for your hard work and dedication in bringing this production to life. I am incredibly grateful to have worked alongside such a talented group of actors and an amazing team who poured their energy into every rehearsal, every detail, and all the running around behind the scenes that makes an evening like this possible.

It takes a truly special group of hardworking people to create something like this together, and I hope to work with each of you again. A heartfelt thank you to my producer, Rachel Longendyke, for graciously carrying all the extra work I piled on — your leadership and commitment mean more than I can say.

A huge thank you to my friend, Stewart Howie, who created the incredible dining experience we’re offering tonight. Your talent and generosity elevated this evening in such a meaningful way.

To the Theatre Committee and the AAV, thank you for your continued support and belief in this program. And to our wonderful community — your loyalty and encouragement are the reason we have a theatre at all. Thank you for allowing us the privilege of performing for you tonight.

With gratitude,

Mary Bobenmoyer

A Note of Gratitude to Our Community from the Theatre Committee

Tonight’s performance is the result of a true community effort.

To our volunteers: this evening would not be possible without your extraordinary generosity. From rehearsals and set builds to serving our guests, organizing details, troubleshooting challenges, and filling in every gap, you give your time, energy, and heart to make live theatre happen. You are the magic behind the scenes.

To our families and loved ones who “hold things down” at home while we rehearse late and plan endlessly — thank you for your support and understanding.

To the businesses and sponsors who invest in this program, and to each of you who purchased a ticket and chose to spend your evening with us — your support keeps the arts alive in our community.

It takes all of us. And we are deeply grateful for every single part you play.

Last, but most certainly not least, we would like to thank and recognize one of our biggest supporters as he recovers from quite the year of challenges. We are lucky to know Troy Haag as one of our original pioneers to bring live theatre to our community. Troy--we're looking forward to sharing the stage with you again when things stop trying to kill you.

With gratitude,

Your Partners in Art (AuSable Community Theatre Committee)