This production would not have been possible without the creativity, generosity, and heart of so many people. Theater is always a collaboration, and Much Ado About Nothing has been a true testament to that spirit. I am endlessly grateful to everyone who helped bring this story to life on stage, backstage, and beyond.
To Danyelle Ramsey and the Central Catholic Administration:
Thank you for championing our program, supporting our dreams, and always saying “yes.”
To Katy Burns, Chris McLean, Jim Van Hook, and Dan Elsner:
For your constant encouragement, pep talks, and tireless dedication. And to your wonderful spouses, thank you for sharing you with us.
To Jeanette Pelster:
For capturing our headshots and production photos with your signature artistry, and for your enduring friendship and sisterhood.
To Mark Ferguson:
For recording the gorgeous flamenco guitar that gave our world of Much Ado its rhythm, warmth, and soul.
To Giuseppe Mele:
For your generous mentorship and for guiding our actors to grow not only in skill but in spirit.
To Bryan Lafaye and the Art Club:
For lending your creativity and craftsmanship to our beautiful masks. We are so proud to wear your work.
To Diana Kirkpatrick and Center Stage Clothiers of Vancouver, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival of Ashland, and Michael Givler of David Douglas High School:
For providing our stunning costumes and props with such care and generosity.
To our Parents/Families:
For volunteering your time organizing, selling, driving, cheering, driving some more, and showing up for every detail that makes our shows possible. You are the heartbeat behind the curtain.
To Diana Jaeger, Jeanie-Marie Price, Kate Grewell, Megan Bradach, Leila Charleston, Matt Horne, Theresa Nguyen, and Jolyn Winczewski:
For embracing the last-minute chaos of theater with grace and humor. We truly could not do what we do without you.
And most importantly:
To the cast and crew of Much Ado. You have filled this theater with light, wit, and courage. You found beauty in the banter, grace in the heartbreak, and magic in the making of it all. I am endlessly proud to be in your company.
