I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the following individuals and organizations who have played a crucial role in the success of my solo performance piece, "How Do We Get There From Here":
- Sounds of the Avalon
- Impact60
- Visit Union County
The staff at The Avalon Theatre for their unwavering support:
- Ryan Bowie, Executive Director
- Donald Groves, Marketing Director
- Mick Giere, Technical Director
- David Andres Emery, Front of House Manager
- Lucy Hoy, whose beautiful accompaniment and angelic voice have added so much to the performance.
- Lavona See Weaver, for her love and support since admitting me into the Otterbein Department of Theatre and Dance.
- Ramon Muguruza Weaver, my dedicated IT "staff."
The generous individuals who donated tickets to the following organizations:
- Union County Rainbow Coalition
- TransOhio
- Trans Allies of Ohio
- To all of the organizations that tirelessly serve and support marginalized communities every day here in Ohio.
- And to my dear friends and family who have taken on more and made sacrifices to support me, especially Brendan, Ramon, and Sylvia.
Finally, I want to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who have joined me today. Your presence and support have been instrumental, and I couldn't have come this far without you.
Thank you all once again.
Sincerely,
Melissa Kelley
