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Little Shop of Horrors
One of the longest-running Off-
Broadway shows of all time, Little Shop of
Horrors is an affectionate spoof of 1950’s
sci-fi movies. Charming, tuneful, and
hilarious, it follows a down-and-out skid
row floral assistant who becomes an
overnight sensation when he discovers an
exotic plant with a mysterious craving.
The talented cast includes:
Doo Wop Girls ........................ Emily Pearse
......................................... Sonny Tengblad*
.......................................... Mallorie Weber*
Mushnik .......................... Paul McManaway
Audrey ................................ Dixie Roberts* Ticket Price
Seymour ......................... Kevin Laumbach* $17.00
Orin, Bernstein, Snip, Luce
and everyone else ................... Ryan Stotts Tickets are
Audrey II (Manipulation) .... Jonathan Lamb on sale now!
Book and Lyrics by (See order form
Audrey II (Voice) ............. Derrick J. Harper
Howard Ashman on page 12.)
* LCCT debut
Music by Alan Menken
Morrie Enders will direct with Music Based on the film by Roger Corman
Direction by Nancy Stoll, Choreography by Screenplay by Charles Griffith Box Office Hours:
Jonathan Lamb, Costume Design by Cheri 11:00-5:00 Mon-Fri plus
Sailors, Scenic Design by Jim Nelson, and 1 hour prior to curtain time
Puppet Design by Martin P. Robinson. 784-9292
Sponsored by
Performances are September 9-11, 15-
18, and 22-24 at 7:30 p.m. and September 25 All tickets must be paid for
at 1:00 p.m. within 2 business days
Tickets are $17.00 with a $10.00 of ordering or they
student ticket available on Thursdays and will be released for sale.
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Little Shop of Horrors No refunds.
replaces (Tenth Year Sponsor)
Buddy! The Buddy Holly Story
Season Media Sponsor
La Crosse Community Theatre
Annual Meeting
August 17, 2005
5:00 p.m.
At the Annex
508 Main Street
La Crosse Community Theatre is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Corporation.
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Youth Acting Classes Auditions for the Season
Our popular Saturday morning youth acting classes will be Auditions for the 2005-2006 season are scheduled as follows:
starting again soon. All classes will be taught by our Education The Affections of May: September 12 and 13. Roles are
Director, Lori Portner. All sessions are four weeks long. available for 3 men and 1 woman. Anne Drecktrah will direct.
In Act I, students will explore the world of theatre and acting Winter Wonderettes: October 31 and November 1. Roles are
through games, activities, and scene work. No experience is neces- available for 4 women.
sary to register for Act I. The registration fee for Act I is $25.00 and Urinetown: November 21 and 22. Roles are available for 10
must be paid at least two weeks prior to the start of the session. men and 6 women.
In Act II, students move on to advanced theatre and character When We Were Alive: TBA. Roles are available for 2 men and
work culminating in a recital of monologues and scenes at the 2 women.
theatre. Act II students must have taken Act I or appeared in at least Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse: TBA. Roles are available for
one play at La Crosse Community Theatre. The registration fee for numerous boys and girls. Lori Portner will direct.
Act II is $30.00 and must be paid at least two weeks prior to the start Birds of Peace - Hiroshima’s Legacy: TBA. Several local
of the session. children will have the opportunity to appear on stage with the
Please call 784-9292 to register. Japanese ensemble.
The Goodbye Girl: March 13 and 14. Roles are available for 3
Sessions men, 7 women, 1 girl, and a chorus.
Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Kids: TBA. Roles are available for
Class Ages Time numerous boys and girls.
Perusal scripts for some shows are available in the box office
Session 1: September 24-October 15 to be checked out for one week with a $10 refundable deposit.
Act I 8-10 9:00-10:00
Act II 11-13 10:00-noon Auditions for
Session 2: October 22-November 12 The Affections of May
Act I 11-13 9:00-10:00 Our next production will be The Affections of May by Norm
Act II 8-10 10:00-noon Foster.
After being deserted by her husband (he did have time for
Session 3: January 14-February 4 breakfast first!), May becomes the center of gossip and romantic
intentions in a small resort town. This comedy offers offbeat
Act I 8-10 9:00-10:00 characters and quirky humor.
Act II 11-13 10:00-noon Auditions for The Affections of May will be held September
12 and 13 at 7:00 p.m. at the theatre. Roles are available for 3 men
Session 4: February 11-March 4 and 1 woman. Although we may be able to work around some
conflicts during the rehearsal period, all cast and crew members must
Act I 11-13 9:00-10:00 be present for all rehearsals and performances beginning October
Act II 8-10 10:00-noon 23rd.
Anne Drecktrah will direct with Costume Design by Cheri
Session 5: April 1-29 (off April 15) Sailors, Scenic Design by Kate Kersten, and Tech Direction by Jim
Nelson.
Act I 8-10 9:00-10:00 Performances of The Affections of May will be October 28-
Act II 11-13 10:00-noon 30, November 3-6, and 10-12 at 7:30 p.m. and November 13 at 1:00
p.m. Tickets are $17.00 with a $10.00 student ticket available on
Session 6: May 6-27 Thursdays and Sundays.
The Affections of May is being sponsored by Gundersen
Act I 8 and up 9:00-10:00 Lutheran.
Act II 8 and up 10:00-noon
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Thank You 2004-2005 Season Donors!
The 2004-2005 season David & Sacia Morris Karl & Susan Christensen Bruce & Carol Odeen
saw $103,915 in personal and Karl & Julie Noll Bob & Kay Conzemius Jim & Pat Peters
business support of La Crosse Jess & Marilyn Ondell Greg & Kathy Curti Jim & Lois Pinger
Community Theatre’s mission of Todd & Deb Ondell Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Durst Tom & Mary Poellinger
changing lives through theatrical James & Xenika B. Poehling David & Teresa Faulkner Lori Portner
production. This is an increase Lindy Saline Richard Figgie River City Dental
of 14% over the previous Steve & Arlene Smith Greg & Janis Filbeck Cam & Carlene Roberts
season. Julie A. Yahnke Richard & Marilyn Foss Kirk & Nancy Rodman
Each gift is an investment David & Barbara Foye Roland & Betty Roskos
in La Crosse Community Benefactors ($250-$499) Albert & Mary Funk Brian & Karen Rude
Theatre. Each gift is used to Bill & Mary Graumann Sam & Nichole Ruud
further the breadth and depth of Dr. Frank & Jenny Aberger Peggy Green Dennis & Sharon Ryan
your theatre’s programming. Bill & Cindy Berg Sigurd & Jean Ann Gundersen Dick & Mary Jean Sartz
Each gift allows La Crosse Clem Bott & Karol Schlosser John & Linda Hamilton Richard & Lu Ann Schmidt
Community Theatre to make a Mark & Pat Carpenter Chuck & Cheryl Hanson Paul & Joan Schoenfeld
profound impact on the commu- Roger & Kenna Christians Peter & Esther Harman Jack & Marti Schwem
nity by providing a nurturing Robert & Barbara Coe Ted Harpstreith Peg Sherer
place for the human soul. Each Guy & Marilyn Fiocco Roger & Miriam Hatlem Rick & Sherry Sime
gift helps us change the lives of Donald & Barbara Frank Herb & Barbara Heili Ron & Sharon Sissel
our theatre participants. Jack & Ann Haase Eric & Mary Hennen Scott & Theresa Smerud
Thank you to the follow- Linda Hirsh & Terry Rindfleisch Donald & Kathy Hill Donald & Nancy Smith
ing people and businesses who Merl & Mary Johnson Ron & Dawn Hill Martin & Ruby Smith
have invested in La Crosse Alma Kohnert Charles & Mary Hosler Ed & Laurie Solberg
Community Theatre during the Fred & Janet Kusch Rollin & Connie Huebsch Paul & Jane Steingraeber
2004-2005 season. Clive & Burness McBain Judith Hutchens Gary & Rose Mary Stelzig
Ken & Janine Merkitch Jerome & Mary Klos Hank & Joyce Striegel
PATRON DONORS Mike & Julia Morse Geoff & Myra Kloster Brian & Diane Sullivan
Scott & Mary Rathgaber Kratt Lumber Company Carol Swayne
Seraphim ($1,500-$2,499) Rob & Diane Reinhart Cliff & Cheryl Kremmer Edward & Miriam Tanke
Anita G. Smith Bob & Charlene Krocker Howard & Rose Marie Thiel
John & Arla Clemons Peter & Kathy Solberg Jim & Debbie Kroner Lill Twining
Morrie Enders Richard & Pam Strauss Robert Krueger Kathryn Urban
J. Michael & Vicki Hartigan Ruth Vanderploeg Tracey & Chris Krueger Larry & Kathy Warzynski
John & Linda Lyche Kevin & Marla Withey Gloria J. Kuesel Mr. & Mrs. Ken Wastlund
Brent & Kristi Wookey Sandra Kujak A. Vincent & Janet Weber
Director’s Circle ($1,000- Bob & Betty Lamb Benjamin Wedro &
$1,499) Archangels ($100-$249) Tom & Jenelle Lee Kelly Shannon
Tom & Jeanette Lenser Ross & Lynn Marie West
Hiram Goodfellow Richard & Joan Arneson Judith Loomis Ray & Joyce Wichelt
Michael & Carol Mader Allen & Dianne Baker Beverly Mach Dan & Teri Wildt
Jim Nelson & Diane Foust Tom Ballinger Aurel & Sue Mailath Paul & Linda Winans
Maddeline Schuldes Tom Bartig Dave & Jane Matelski Ed & Sharon Winga
Jim & Diane Batesky Lorraine McIlraith Cathy Witzke
Saints ($500-$999) Richard & Ruby Biering Al & Dolly Mehlhoff Gary & Debra Wold
Leo & Carol Bina Les & Rita Messerschmidt Warren & Diane Wolf
Bud & Mabel Lou Ahrens Allen & Margaret Birchler Gloria Molzahn Leon & Kay Wolfe
Chris & Vicki Born Marlene Bittner Marla Natoli Daryl & Margaret Wood
Tom & Jan Brock Jean Broberg Ken & Geri Nedvidek Ken & Jean Wortman
Bob & Mary Hubbard Tom Bruemmer & Judy Cobb Doug Nelson & Cheri Olson Linda Zoerb
Dr. Clay & Mary LaBrec Bill & Lori Buchta Nancy Nemec
Jerry & Kathy Lokken Roy & Laurie Cambpell Harry & Cyndy Nichols
Allen & Ingrid McCallson John & Margaret Chapman Rudy & Cherie Nigl
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Thank You 2004-2005 Season Donors!
Angels ($50-$99) Howard & Pat Fitzpatrick Nancy Kreibich Don & Deon Nontelle
John & Vivian Fleis Carey Clason Kroner Jon & Christi Nowland
Jane Aarstad Marlin & Margaret Foellmi Glenn & Pat Kuhn Paul & Tamara Nowland
Michael Ablan, Esquire Agnes Fortney Ruth Kurinsky Ron & Frieda Nowland
Marsha Alens Joseph & Joan Francois Dennis & Michelle La Roche Joseph & Claudia O’Keefe
Jon & Jean Amlaw Marla French Mary J. Lanzel Nancy O’Neal
Bill & Margaret Andersen Terry & Susan Fruechte Leland & Arleen Larsen Paul & Judy Onsrud
Arnold & Donna Asp George & Joyce Fulford Henry & Beverly Lawrence Ann Padesky
Jean Bassett Mitchell & Marcia Galles James Leary Dr. Melvin & Marian Page
Kay Baumann Howard & Joyce Garves Kevin Lee Elsie Patterson
Connie Becker Michael & Gretchen Geary Marvin & Debra LeJeune Steve & Sheryl Pearson
Mel & Joyce Beilke Tom & Anne Gees Ken & Nancy Lerum Marcee Peplinski
Ken & Jill Bernstein Phil & Judy Gilbert Mark & Linda Levan Bob & Pat Perlock
Ken & Donna Birnbaum David & Nancy Goode Mr. & Mrs. Claude Lindeman Lawrence & Mary Peterson
Jerome & Bev Bjornstad Mark & Nancy Goodman Jim Liska Gordon & Edith Phetteplace
Jerome & Patt Boge Peggy Green Lorraine Losinski Carleen Poellinger
Addie Bott Larry & Becky Guinn Jack & Kathy Lucey Richard & Marjorie Poellinger
William & Elizabeth Brendel Peter & Janice Gutierrez Blaine & Patricia McDowell Larry & Terry Pohja
Mark & Susan Brendle Larry & Erma Hafner Wes & Karen Mack Agnes Potter
Bob & Lorry Brimer Brian & Julie Hagan William & Helen Mackey Brad & Sue Price
Karen Broadhead Jon & Kathy Hageseth Eric Manke Eugene & Elaine Proksch
Patrick & Becky Brockman Bruce & April Handtke George & Mary Maravelas Donna Proudfit
Shawn Brooks & Tami Groth Al & Terri Hanson Bob & Jean Marck Trudy Ramsbottom
Gary & Mary Bubbers Emil & Ginny Hanson Robert & Diane Marcou Carl & Ruth Rebhan
Paul & Gail Buchner Rick & Brenda Hanson Robert & Mary Marcou Mike & Therese Regner
Nancy Buldhaupt Natalie Hartigan Dave & Dawn Martin Allen & Betty Rhude
Dave & Jean Burgess Jacqueline Hauser W. Jerry & Muriel Martin Paul & Brook Ricker
Bill & Bea Burnap Paul & JoAnn Hayden Lois Matthews Bruce & Peggie Riley
Robert & Joyce Burzinski Esther Hayes Michael & Margo Merola Ken & Sharron Ring
Jim & Jo Anne Cappuccio Helen Heiser Bill & Julie Meyers Riutzel & Associates
Mariel Carlisle Jim & Barbara Hemker Sharon Michalski Dan & Brenda Rooney
Willard & Ann Carlow Mike & Cheri Herro Lloyd & Evelyn Miller Kenneth & Mary Rownd
Gerry & Peggy Carlson Joy Hicks Mike & Sandy Miller Steve & Connie Russell
Jerry & Vicky Carraher Jim & Cindy Hobelsberger Rich & Vicki Miller Darren & Carol Rust
Gary & Susan Corbisier Jerry & Diane Hoch Vilas & Sally Miller Curt & Bev Ruston
Mary Craig Lynne Hodge Jim & Margaret Moe Christine Ruud
Marv & Edna Davis Jim & Diane Hoffmeister Richard & Lottie Moen Charles & Patti Sans Crainte
Bernard & Joyce DeFlorian Scott Horne Mary Monsoor Norman & Lois Sanwick
Walt & Barbara Decker Florence Hyatt Nettie Mooney James & Elaine Schauls
Phyllis Dickerson Timothy & Lori Irish Dave & Sandi Moser John & Beverly Schilling
Leland & Alice Diehl Mr. & Mrs. Emmanual Jacobson Judy Mosley James & Sheri Schneider
Gene & Ginny Dockweiler Dennis & Claire Jandt Patricia Muller Marian Schnell
Connie Doerre Jan & Lynn Jarvinen Les & Helen Munson Laura Schuh
Jill Doll Jo Johnston Curt & Marcia Murray Glen & Lila Seager
Stanley & Sue Dwyer Doug & Diane Jorstad Sonja Nelson Sandy Sechrest
Eric & Ginger Eade Audrey Kader Ed & Corine Neuman Michael & Kathrine Sexauer
Bruce & Nancy Eklund William & Alys Kerrigan Kate Nevin Eric & Barbara Sorenson
Leland & Lynn Ekum Jeff & Heidi Kerska Mr. & Mrs. William Newburg Dick & Pat Spencer
Eldon & Fran Ellefson Bernice Kohlmeyer Willie & Marilyn Nieckarz Tim & Danielle Sprain
Bernard & Mary Endris Robert & Christi Kouba Ron & Claudia Niemeyer Dennis & Paula Stanek
Daryl & Nancy Ertl Dan & Val Krage Rudy & Cherie Nigl Gary & Sue Stanley
James & Margaret Ertz Rob & Jo Ann Kranig Tom & Lori Nigon Lee & Ann Stansbury
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Thank You 2004-2005 Season Donors!
Jack & Mary Steiner ($50-$99) Patrick & Joan Nee Hiram Goodfellow
Ramon & Betty Stelloh Cyndy Nichols
Troy & Barbara Stellrecht Shawn Brooks Nancy Noelke In memory of John “J.P.” Bigley
Wally & Betty Stoll Hiram Goodfellow Karl & Julie Noll Hiram Goodfellow
Marlene Swiggum Jonathan Lamb Todd & Deb Ondell
Mike & Robyn Tanke Bridget & Lisa Misch Dr. M.L. & Marian Page In memory of Charles Lyche
Stephanie Tauscher Devin Nee Peter & Nicoletta Pappas Judy Kirkpatrick
Bill & Janet Tenner Andrew & Bryan Rindfleisch
Leif & Lori Tolokken THE DAWN M. ENDERS Cam & Carlene Roberts In memory of Scott Grosch
Barbara Tripp NEW THEATRE Kirk & Roxanne Robinson Diane Richards
Joe Van Aelstyn BUILDING FUND Brian & Karen Rude
William & Ann Van Atta Elda Rust In celebration of the wedding of
David & Laura Wagner Anonymous Todd & Jennifer Saner Shawn Brooks and Tami Groth
Mark Walljasper Jane Aarstad Rich & Nancy Smith Morrie Enders
Jim & Cheryl Ward Advantage Credit Union Lorraine Sokolik Harry & Cyndy Nichols
Larry & Kathy Warzynski Altra Federal Credit Union Tim & Danielle Sprain
Fred & Sandi Weber American Association of Rhonda Staats In celebration of the birthday
Mark & Debra White University Women Greg & Joan Stellrecht of Jean Clark
Richard & Judy Williams Blessed Sacrament School Troy & Barbara Stellrecht Robert Gaumer
Gerald & Judith Wiltinger David & Judy Bouffleur Sharon Stoleson
James Wittenberg Carrie Cavadini Bob Swenson In celebration of the birthday
Harvey & Pat Witzenburg Gail Cleary Leif & Lori Tolokken of Lori Gaumer
Jim & Marilyn Wuttke David & Paula Colton Treehouse, Inc. Robert Gaumer
Bob & Judy Zietlow Connie, Gloria, Nancy & Sue’s Ruth Vanderploeg
Peggy Zink Swear Jar Janice Verkaaik In celebration of the birthday
Sally Cremer-Williams Sharon Wingate of Liz Spangler
GREEN ROOM GROUP Susan Des Rosiers Gordon & Kathleen Woodard Robert Gaumer
Connie Doerre James & Marilyn Wuttke
($500-$999) David & Lavon Earp Hans & Amy Zietlow In memory of Robert Schilling
Howard & Patricia Fitzpatrick Linda Zoerb Julie Fogel
Jeff Copsey Julie Fogel
Richard & Marilyn Foss In celebration of the wedding of In celebration of
($250-$499) Franciscan Skemp Heather Hauser and Jeff Wood Darcy Maxwell’s birthday
Ramon Gonzales-Cuevas Morrie Enders Dave Maxwell
Mike & Julia Morse Hiram Goodfellow
Karolyn Grimes & Chris Brunell In celebration of the wedding of In memory of Kenneth Knapp
($100-$249) Jack & Ann Haase Karen Hinkle and Ray Mikus Marla French
Brian & Julie Hagan Morrie Enders
Tom & Jan Brock Jo Lynn Jensen In memory of Dawn Enders
Ken E. Brown & Sue La Crosse Jo Johnston In celebration of the wedding of Shirley Huhn
Carol Copsey Tim Kabat Nichole Peterson & Sam Ruud Elaine Klund
Kathy DuBois William & Alys Kerrigan Morrie Enders Bob & Betty Lamb
Curt & Lisa Grinde Bob & Charlene Krocker Jonathan Lamb
Kevan & Mary Kay Kavanaugh Gloria Kuesel In celebration of the birth of Sarah Marek
Kate Kersten Daniel & Vicky Kunz Van Maxwell Devon Russell
Elaine & Michael Marcou La Crosse & District Pipes Morrie Enders Elda Rust
Lori Portner & Drums Marilyn & Alexa Trussoni
Daniel Schneider & Aurel & Sue Mailath In celebration of Jessie Kunz’s
Mary Lansing Mainly Kids Fine Art birthday In celebration of
Sandy Sechrest Photography Don and Lavonne Zietlow Jim Merillat’s birthday
Rick & Sherry Sime Mike & Julia Morse Morrie Enders
Les & Helen Munson In memory of Marlon Brando
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Thank You 2004-2005 Season Donors!
In memory of Karen Pederson In memory of In honor of Lisa Grinde for Grounded Specialty Coffee
Bud & Mabel Lou Ahrens Betty Ann MacPhetridge introducing him to LCCT Gundersen Lutheran
Morrie Enders Stephen & Andrea Robinson Rudy Kammel La Crosse Kiwanis Club
Bill & Karen Newburg La Crosse Radio Group
In memory of Helen Ostlund In memory of Doreen Addis (CC106.3, Eagle 102.7,
In memory of Bettie Bock Patrick & Becky Brockman Anonymous Magic 105, ESPN 105.5,
Patrick & Becky Brockman Herbert & Joyce Clements Classic Rock 100.1, WLFN)
In memory of DeBauche Truck & Diesel, Inc. The Law Offices of
In appreciation of Katherine Jane Des Rosiers Jerry & Barbara Larson Phillip James Addis, LLC
Carrie Cavadini, Kyle Delap, Albert & Mary Funk David Morrison Master Metals
Jim Nelson, and Shawn Brooks Mike & Gretchen Geary William & Beverly Schilla Pizza Doctors
for their extra effort during Three Rivers Lodge
Damn Yankees In celebration of the birth of ENDOWMENT FUND
Morrie Enders Elyse Noel Cain HOLIDAY WISH LIST
Morrie Enders Joe & Kathy Bartel
In memory of Dick Erickson Sarah Ann Cassidy Anonymous
Bud & Mabel Lou Ahrens In memory of Mabel Fiero Shirley Davis Ken & Mary Abraham
Morrie Enders Daryl & Margaret Wood Dave & Abbie Gerzema Lois Adams
Kelley O’Dell & Matthew Payne Virginia Gundersen Bud & Mabel Lou Ahrens
In appreciation of Jim Nelson Gerald & Dorothy Heberlein Allen’s Hallmark
In memory of Lyle Anderson and Diane Foust James & Sallie Munn Elmer & Ruth Amborn
Norma Anderson Morrie Enders Edward & Eleanor Mylotte Joanne Arnold
James & Xenika B. Poehling In honor of Rachel Auna
In celebration of the birth of In celebration of the birth of Janice Sobkowiak Mary Ann Baures
Porter James Williams Nessa Rose Brooks Mary Colleen Walsh Andrew Behling
Morrie Enders Morrie Enders Brian & Laura Behling
Bob & Betty Lamb In memory of Ashley Lee Leo & Carol Bina
In celebration of the wedding Kathleen Pantzer Tom & Jan Brock
In memory of Eunice Zacharias of Mike & Cory Jamieson Nancy Buldhaupt
Stephen & Andrea Robinson Julie Fogel In memory of Dick Erickson Mary Cary
Al & Julia Saterbak CenturyTel
In memory and honor of In memory of Patty Korn Silha John & Arla Clemons
Stuart McIlraith Marlene Swiggum In memory and honor Christel Cooper
Lorraine McIlraith of Stuart McIlraith Judy Delaney
In memory of Lorraine McIlraith Phyllis Dickerson
In celebration of Iola Frances Gjerde Gene & Ginny Dockweiler
Morrie Enders’ birthday Dale & Anahmarie Ebner In memory of Juanita Forrestal Connie Doerre
Bob & Betty Lamb Julie Fogel Randy & Sharon Dwyer
In honor of their 57th Morrie Enders
In memory of Beth Ryan wedding anniversary In honor of Lori Portner Dave & Teri Faulkner
Scott & Theresa Smerud Clive & Burness McBain Mike, Sue, & Rudy Kammel Felix & Marilyn Fernandes
Howard & Pat Fitzpatrick
In memory of Chris Cooley In honor of Phil & Julie Addis In honor of Morrie Enders George & Joyce Fulford
David & Mary Lynne Cooley and Pete & Sally Stinson Mike, Sue, & Rudy Kammel Albert & Mary Funk
Morrie Enders Mitch & Marcia Galles
In honor of Jonathan Lamb SPONSORS Jeremiah & Kelly Galvan
Morrie Enders In celebration of the birth of Charlie & Karen Gates
Madeline Rose McGinty Al’s Auto Body of La Crosse Phil & Judy Gilbert
In memory of Jack & Ann Haase Associated Bank Shana Gramling
Allene (Brudos) Eddy Cargill Plumbing, Heating, J. Michael & Vicki Hartigan
Frank Wooden and Air Conditioning Co. Dr. John Hayden
CenturyTel Michael & Teresa Hayes
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Thank You 2004-2005 Season Donors!
Jim & Dona Henry Adam Rathgaber Mark & Linda Backer Fred & Sandi Weber
Lance & Jackie Herold Scott & Mary Rathgaber Randy & Mary Ball Cathy Witzke
Don & Kathy Hill Dick Record Phyllis Blackstone Brent & Kristi Wookey
Ronald & Dawn Hill Robert & Diane Reinhart Tom & Jan Brock
Lynne Hodge Dan & Brenda Rooney Shawn Brooks & Tami Groth MISCELLANEOUS
Dave & Pat Hofer Ronald & Janalee Sackett Judith Cobb
Heather Holley Dick & Mary Jean Sartz Lela Ruth Coombs Anonymous
Shirley Holman George & Wilma Scheffner Cornerstone Travel Breakfast Optimists Club
Chloe Ihle Robert & Theresa Schneyer James & Therese Dobson Tom Brock
Irene Ihle Paul & Joan Schoenfeld Jim & Nancy Eaton Mark Carpenter
Rick & Linnea Jackson Harry & Signe Schroeder Morrie Enders Vicki Hartigan
Carla Jellison Laura Schuh Susan Euler Merl Johnson
James & Kathryn Johnson Maddeline Schuldes Jan Glick Alma Kohnert
Jerome & Joan Johnson Judy Schumacher Curt & Lisa Grinde Nancy Korn-Smith
Rodney & Sharon Johnson Lori Slungaard Jack & Ann Haase Krin Krause
Jo Johnston Aidan Smerud J. Michael & Vicki Hartigan Jim Kroner
Chris & Jane Kerbaugh Rich & Nancy Smith Michael & Theresa Hayes John Lyche
Jeff & Heidi Kerska James Sohre Dan & Shelly Heerts Carol Mader
Thomas & Diane Knothe Lorraine Sokolik Henry Lester & Associates Robyn Tanke
Peter & Alma Kohnert Carl & Carol Speich Chad & Tamera Hill Target
Dan & Val Krage Tim & Daniel Sprain Bob & Judy Hoffman Ruth Vanderploeg
Kratt Lumber Company Dennis & Paula Stanek Merl & Mary Johnson Teri Wildt
Roberta Krismer Paula Steffenhagen Robert & Judith Johnson Hans Zietlow
Dan & Vicky Kunz Kevin & Laurie Strangman Robert & Kim Johnson
Clay & Mary LaBrec Mike & Robyn Tanke Rodney & Sharon Johnson IN-KIND DONATIONS
Jonathan Lamb Joyce Temp Johnsrud Enterprises
James Lawrence Bill & Janet Tenner Jay & Angela Jones Phil Addis & Julie Fogel
Dort Litchfield Bill & Pam Thrune Kate Kersten Carol Copsey
Steve & Cheryl Loehr Treehouse, Inc. Paul Kieltyka Ellickson Studios
Lorraine Losinski Sandra Troope Richard & Barbara Konrad Cheryl Hanlon
Ruth MacDonald Ruth Vanderploeg Kwik Trip Kwik Trip
Aurel & Sue Mailath Janice Verkaaik Bob & Betty Lamb Sue La Crosse
Dave & Dawn Martin Jo Voight Chris Linton Sharon Markee
Mark & Wendy Mattison Rita Voss Jerry & Kathy Lokken Nestle
Mandy McAllister Fred & Sandi Weber Al & Ingrid McCallson Cheri Sailors
Paula McCabe Mark & Deb White Michael & Carol Mader Bill & Bobbi Steinike
George & Jan McCune David & Yvonne Whiteman Dave & Darcy Maxwell Treehouse, Inc.
Kenneth & Ruth Melby Rebecca Wilhelm Mary Moline
Kenneth & Janine Merkitch Kevin & Marla Withey Wallace & Glorine Morse WINGS SOCIETY
Les & Rita Messerschmidt Jim Wittenberg Patrick & Joan Nee
Jeffrey & Suzanne Miller Gary & Deb Wold Marcee Peplinski Leo & Carol Bina
Nettie Mooney Daryl & Margaret Wood John & Linda Proudfoot Morrie Enders
Mike & Julia Morse Diane Richards J. Michael & Vicki Hartigan
Patrick & Teresa Mullaney In memory of Robert A. Floyd Brian & Karen Rude Dan & Shelly Heerts
Les & Helen Munson Sibyl Floyd Sam Ruud Kate Kersten
Edward & Eleanor Mylotte Aaron & Cheri Sailors Diane Richards
Karl & Julie Noll KWIK TRIP KWIK Nikkola Schultz Sandy Sechrest
Jon & Christi Nowland REWARDS PROGRAM Thomas & Patricia Sprain Fred & Sandi Weber
Tim Padesky & Tara Johnson Richard & Pam Strauss
Larry & Terry Pohja Anonymous Mike Vanderploeg
Agnes Potter Bud & Mabel Lou Ahrens Kathleen Volden
Brian & Susan Quinn James & Dorothy Aumann Barbara Walter
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Packer Fans from Outer Space
Production Photos - Ellickson Studios
Pictured cast members include Ken E. Brown, Jeremiah Galvan, Scott Vehrenkamp, Brad Williams, and Emily Wroebel.
David Hyde Pierce poses with Lisa Grinde at the stage door following his Lori Portner got a hug from Jeff Goldblum following his performance in The
performance in Monty Python’s Spamalot. Lisa saw the show as part of our Pillowman on Broadway. Lori enjoyed her first trip to New York so much she
July New York tour. signed up to go on our November tour, too!
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It Takes a Family:
Scott and Adam Rathgaber Talk About What La Crosse Community Theatre Means to Them
Being onstage has always made me I was hesitant to audition for a play.
happy. I love doing it because I get to My son, Adam, had done several shows
interact with interesting people, and I get to already and I felt like this was his “thing.”
change my personality with each new role. But, he always looked like he was having so
Everyone at the theatre is so nice to me, and much fun. While I wanted to be a part of
that makes me want to keep coming back. that, I was still wary. My only stage experi-
I’ve also gotten my picture in the ence had been a chorus role in Hello, Dolly!
paper, talked to a real live reporter, and been in high school. I promised Adam if I did get
inside a radio studio! The best part was into a play I wouldn’t ruin it for him. To my
being on stage with my Dad. I knew he surprise, he encouraged me. He talked me
could do it, and I thought he was really into doing it, and I told him I would have to
good. rely on him to show me what to do. He was
I got to play a great part in Charlie more my mentor, which was an interesting
and the Chocolate Factory, but the best reversal of roles. I’m older, and hopefully
thing was getting to share the stage with my wiser, and I’m the one who usually teaches
own Dad. How many kids can say that? him things. But here, he taught me.
--Adam Rathgaber To my utter amazement, we were both
cast in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
We would rehearse together at home. It was
wonderful. Really, I don’t know when we
spent time together like that. Talk about
Adam and Scott Rathgaber as Charlie Bucket and
Willy Wonka in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
quality time!
The theatre has been hugely positive
for Adam. Everyone - cast and crew - have
According to The College Board, 2004 SAT scores show that students been supportive and wonderful. Adam gets a
who had courses or experience in the arts achieved higher SAT scores, huge amount of confidence, and that means
and those who participated in theatre achieved the highest verbal scores everything to me as his father. The energy
that pours out of him when he comes home
and math mean scores well above the national average.
from the theatre is astounding. When I got
involved, it was the same thing. It was tiring,
but such a rush. I’ve played sports in the
past, but nothing has come close to this.
Rudy Kammel We couldn’t have done this without
the support of our family, especially my wife
Honors Lisa Grinde Mary. There were many late or early dinners,
and many times when she had to cart Adam
It took him all year, but 11 year old
to the theatre. It takes a whole family effort
Rudy Kammel finally reached his personal
to be involved in a show.
goal. Rudy, who has appeared on our stage
Performing on Father’s Day was our
in A Little House Christmas and Charlie
special memory. That was when it really
and the Chocolate Factory, saved $50.00 to
started to hit home and become more
make a contribution to The Dawn M. Enders
emotionally involving, as opposed to just
New Theatre Building Fund. Rudy made his
doing it for fun. You put the personal
donation to honor Lisa Grinde who intro-
exhilaration of performing, and add the
duced him to the La Crosse Community
positive energy of being able to act along
Theatre family. “The theatre is important to
side your child, and it’s way more than the
me,” said Rudy. “It was exciting to do this.”
sum of its parts. It multiplies and explodes
Thank you, Rudy, for your commit-
into exhilaration and pride. This was a once
ment to the theatre. With support like yours
in a lifetime experience I will hold in my
our future is looking bright and promising! Rudy Kammel presents Morrie Enders with his heart forever.
$50.00 contribution to The Dawn M. Enders New
Theatre Building Fund.
--Scott Rathgaber
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A Memo from the Development Coordinator, Ryan Stotts
This is going to be an new friends making a commit- watching as the list of supporters from people whose lives have
exciting season at La Crosse ment to our journey of changing grows and blossoms. We been changed at your theatre!
Community Theatre! As your lives through the arts. Keep appreciate the time, talent, and Tune in to a La Crosse Radio
new Development Coordinator, I watching more friends join, and support of every community Group Station (Magic 105,
would like to take a moment to please consider this within your member! KQEG Eagle 102.7 FM, CC
ask you to keep your eyes on a own family. Your name will I’m also interested in 106.3, Classic Rock 100.1,
couple of things in the season inspire others to join! talking to YOU about your WLFN Original Hits AM 1490,
ahead. The Green Room Group. involvement and love for our and La Crosse’s ESPN Radio
The Wings Society. This is a fantastic opportunity theatre. I’m here to listen to your 105.5 FM) and hear their
Planned giving is an essential for those who give, and receive, thoughts. On that note, you’ll heartfelt stories!
part of a healthy future for the so much from our theatre to have the opportunity to listen to
theatre, and we’re already seeing show their support. Keep some more amazing testimonials
Morrie’s Four Fateful Words by Jeff Copsey
I got into the theatre my shoulders slumped, my face Fortunately, this was a great play La Crosse Community Theatre
because I’m cheap. grew long and I turned to slink to “cut my teeth on,” so to ten years ago!
How’s that, you say? Well, back to my car. But, and this was speak. It had a grand total of Hey, if you’re out there
back in ‘98, my mother had been a big deal to me, Morrie came twelve light and sound cues (for reading this and teetering on the
ushering at the theatre for a out of the theatre (talk about those who might not know, the brink of trying out for a play, but
couple of years. One night she kismet) and called after me. stage manager is responsible for you’re afraid because you might
came home and told me that if I “Hey, Jeff!” he said. I’ll “calling” the cues, so all you not get a part, look at it this way:
ushered for a performance, never forget that. All those fine people aren’t sitting out If you don’t try out, you have a
I might see the play for free. Free. people auditioning, my first time there in absolute darkness for 0% chance of getting into a
FREE. there, and he remembered my the entire evening) and the show show. Your odds are better if you
I started ushering immedi- name. Then, he continued with had a great cast. go for it!
ately. four fateful words: “Don’t stop Best of all, now Morrie Take it from me. Listen
My only issue with trying out.” had given me the (like I did) to Morrie’s advice
watching the plays, however, Morrie and, “Don’t stop trying out.” His
“The only regret I option of stage four fateful words have changed
was that I began to see myself in remembered my managing in addition
several of the roles. One day, name and told me have is that I to acting. I’ve been a the last four years of my life, and
after much thought, I went for to come back. didn’t get involved part of comedies, La Crosse Community Theatre
auditions. I asked myself, Wow! What an ego at La Crosse dramas, musicals, has changed my life forever.
“What’s the worst that could boost just when I and whatever else has
happen?” Right? needed one. His
Community come along. In four
Right. words echoed in Theatre ten years years I’ve partici-
I auditioned for The my ears, “Don’t ago!” pated in sixteen
Fantasticks. That’s right, the stop trying out.” shows at the theatre.
musical that was going to Japan. So, I didn’t stop. I went I’m having the time of my life.
I thought I auditioned fairly well back to audition for the next Has La Crosse Commu-
for a “first-timer.” There were a play, Harvey. This time I got a nity Theatre helped me? Without
lot--and I mean a LOT--of part and I haven’t stopped since. a doubt. My self-confidence is at
people trying out for the show. I tried out for the next show, and a lifetime high. I’ve met more
Still, I felt pretty confident. I the next, and the one after that. people I consider friends in
figured I had about a 35% And, I kept getting roles. these past few years than I have
chance of getting a part. Those Then, it happened. I in my entire life. I’m having
seemed like pretty good odds to auditioned for The Odd Couple more fun, and I’m doing more
me. and didn’t get cast. Real with my life than ever before.
I didn’t get a part. bummer. But, Morrie called me Even my cholesterol is low.
Bummer. After realizing my and asked me if I wanted to try The only regret I have is
name was not on the cast list, my hand at stage managing. that I didn’t get involved at Jeff Copsey in Lucky Stiff
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Stained Glass Raffle Entrances & Exits
La Crosse Community Theatre will be Jenna Bakkum, former LCCT actor,
continuing our tradition of holding a raffle was recently in The Sound of Music in
during the opening musical. Janesville. Jenna appeared in our produc-
First prize in this season’s raffle will tions of The Nutcracker and Bye Bye
be “Blue Iris,” a beautiful stained glass piece Birdie.
donated by Visions of Light. “Blue Iris” Congratulations to LCCT volunteers
measures 48 inches tall and 12.5 inches wide Diane Richards and Randy Breeser on
and is valued at $520. their engagement. Diane’s recent LCCT
In honor of Little Shop of Horrors, stage credits include Grace & Glorie, A
our opening musical, the second prize will Christmas Story, and The Odd Couple. You
be an assortment of carnivorous plants may see both Diane and Randy ushering and
donated by La Crosse Floral. selling concessions.
Third prize will be the book “Broad- Congratulations to Fred Weber on his
way Musicals: The 101 Greatest Shows of retirement. Fred appeared in Harvey and
All Time.” Forum and is an usher and set construction
Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 and crew member.
will be sold in the lobby during intermission Congratulations to Dan and Shelly
and in the box office. Heerts on the birth of their son, Elijah
Philip Heerts, on June 17th. Elijah has four
older brothers: Seth, Caleb, Aaron, and
Joshua.
Contribution Congratulations to the following Above: Lori Portner (3rd from top) poses with the
castle guards from Monty Python’s Spamalot, the
recent graduates: Jared Anderson, Jill
Acknowledgements Darelius, Tony Darelius, Lindsay
featured show on our July New York tour.
Handtke, and Lauren Koehne.
Thank you to the following recent
donors to The Dawn M. Enders New Theatre Below: Trevin Thomson is one of LCCT’s Youth
Building Fund. Theatre actors who are serving as newsboys to
Anonymous
$10,000 Gift to distribute copies of The La Crosse Tribune to guests
on the Mississippi Queen.
Blessed Sacrament School Building Fund
Hiram Goodfellow
Linda Zoerb The Dawn M. Enders New Theatre
Building Fund recently received an anony-
In honor of Dawn and Morrie’s Anniversary mous donation of $10,000.00, bringing the
Jonathan Lamb fund total to $113,966.10.
In this past fiscal year, the fund has
In honor of Lisa Grinde for introducing received numerous donations including
him to La Crosse Community Theatre contributions in the amounts of $2,500.00
Rudy Kammel and $5,000.00. Every donation to our shared
dreams counts, and we thank each and every
In memory of Doreen Addis contributor for their generous support. Your
Anonymous decision to donate to The Dawn M. Enders
DeBauche Truck & Diesel, Inc. New Theatre Building Fund is an investment
David Morrison in the future of your community theatre.
Donations of $25 or more are
acknowledged in the newsletter and
program.
Non-Profit Org.
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PO Box 1852
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Please notify the box office of any special needs, such as customers using wheelchairs or needing hearing assistance equipment. Ticket reservations are filled in the
order received beginning August 22 for Patrons, August 29 for Season Ticket Holders, and September 6 for the general public. Please, do not mail requests earlier than
one week before the above dates. Tickets will be mailed to you if ordered one week or more prior to the performance date. Mail orders are not confirmed by phone, but
customers may call the box office to confirm. Payment must accompany all orders for non-season tickets. No refunds.
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