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Ella Al-Shamahi: Anthropologist Ella Al-Shamahi is a National Geographic Explorer, paleoanthropologist, evolutionary biologist...and stand-up comic. Her debut book The Handshake is a Times and Sunday Times Book of the Year. She specializes in Neanderthals, caves and expeditions in hostile, disputed and unstable territories. She almost exclusively works in places it is hard to get insurance, such as Iraq, Yemen, Nagorno-Karabakh, and places she can’t publicly admit to. From heading up exploratory expeditions to joining cave excavations, the conditions can be unusual, from avoiding landmines to wearing a burqa for security reasons. Al-Shamahi believes that this is a risk worth taking because huge parts of the planet’s scientific potential are being ignored due to instability. She argues that realistically, these places will become the frontline of science and exploration. She also believes that development is not just about aid, it is also about science and empowering locals. As a stand-up, Al-Shamahi uses comedy as a coping strategy, but also to communicate science. She passionately believes that knowledge and science can empower locals and help with sustainable development. Al-Shamahi has also been featured twice in National Geographic magazine and was a co-guest editor for the first UK edition of the magazine. She has also been extensively featured in publications like The Times, The Telegraph and The Sun. She has contributed to radio programs such as BBC Radio 4’s Midweek and BBC World Service’s Outlook. She holds a BSc in Genetics from University College London, an MSc in Taxonomy and Biodiversity from Imperial College London/Natural History Museum and is currently undertaking a Ph.D. in Neanderthal rates of evolution at University College London. Her book The Handshake is about the history and anthropology of the handshake. Al-Shamahi also performs nerdy stand-up internationally and has taken four stand-up shows to the Edinburgh Fringe. She was a 2019 TED main stage speaker and her talk has been viewed more than 2 million times. .15.
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Michael Davie: Journalist Armed with a global perspective and a burning desire to tell the difficult stories unfolding on the world stage, Michael Davie is one of the freshest voices in documentary filmmaking today. His ease in front of and behind the camera sets him apart from the pack. Film producer, director, writer and keen storyteller, Davie chases dramatic, real-life stories—from the glaciers of Denali to the frontlines of the Balkans, and into the heart of Africa. Recently, he co-created Oprah Winfrey’s landmark Belief series. At National Geographic Television, he created World Diaries, a series that took viewers into some of the planet’s most dangerous places. Most recently, National Geographic sent him to Australia to document the bushfires. Davie’s feature documentary The Choir, about music in a South African prison, won the AFI Best Director Award. His films War Child and Gorilla Murders both received Emmy Awards for outstanding investigative journalism and for the film Liberia: American Dream? Davie and his team received the prestigious Edward R. Murrow and Columbia DuPont awards. A true global citizen, Davie was born in Rhodesia (modern-day Zimbabwe), then spent most of his childhood and early adulthood in Australia, where his father was a bush doctor on Norfolk Island. He currently resides in Istanbul, Turkey.
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FROM SANDLOTS TO STADIUMS: INSIDE AMERICA’S FAVORITE PASTIME
JEAN FRUTH | SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHER
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Jean Fruth: Sports Photographer Jean Fruth’s trajectory as one of baseball’s preeminent photographers has taken her on a round-the-horn tour of the sport’s most indelible landmarks. Growing up in New York City, Fruth’s earliest memories are of her grandfather listening to his beloved New York Mets on a tiny transistor radio. In school, Fruth fell in love with the alchemy of photography. When she moved west as a young adult she immersed herself in the business, becoming a portrait photographer in the wine country of California. When life got busy and she found herself spending hours at the field of her son’s Little League games, she started shooting the action, eventually submitting images to the local paper. That’s when the local editor spotted her keen eye for sports photography and invited her to submit more. Fruth tried her hand at different sports but found that nothing compared to the art and poetry of baseball. Fruth would eventually meet legendary San Francisco sports photographer Michael Zagaris “Z,” as he’s known in the sports world. Z took Fruth under his wing and invited her to shoot alongside him at the Oakland Coliseum—the only major ballpark without a railing in front of its dugout. Fruth began producing front page-worthy shots, then the real magic happened when Fruth stepped away from the pack and began shooting from novel perspectives, including the cheapest seat in the house, the upper deck of the outfield. These images captured the attention of the MLB and the NFL, and would guide the next decade of Fruth’s career, which she spent covering the San Francisco Giants, Oakland Athletics and San Francisco 49ers. In between seasons, when most sports photographers take a break from the longest season in sports, Fruth found herself chasing it, covering the Caribbean League in winter months, then traveling with La Vida Baseball, a digital media company, that tells the story of Latino baseball across the United States and Latin America. In 2014, Fruth was invited to give a presentation of her grassroots baseball images at the Baseball Hall of Fame, in Cooperstown, where she grew even more convinced of the unique ability of baseball to reflect the culture of where it’s played. Eventually, she approached the Baseball Hall of Fame and proposed that they hire her as their traveling photographer to connect a contemporary voice with the museum’s marketing and rich history, ultimately hoping to attract a younger audience through social media. Through her journey, Fruth has recognized the transformative power of baseball to help young people develop strength, skills, friendships and to learn and practice the concept of teamwork. As a result, together with her partner, former Hall of Fame President Jeff Idelson, she formed a non-profit organization called Grassroots Baseball, to promote and celebrate the amateur game around the globe, with a focus on encouraging interest and participation at the youngest levels. She is documenting their journey in a series of books, starting with Grassroots Baseball: Where Legends Begin with an introduction by Cal Ripken, Jr., and an afterword This event sponsored in part by by Johnny Bench. .23.
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THE BLUE ZONES:
UNLOCKING THE SECRETS OF LONGEVITY DAVID McLAIN | PHOTOGRAPHER
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 7:30 P.M. | Muriel Kauffman Theatre K AU F FM A N C E N T E R FOR T H E P E R FOR M I N G A RTS
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David McLain: Photographer McLain honed his photographic chops shooting feature-length assignments around the world for National Geographic magazine. The stories varied but the mandate was always the same: work with every kind of person under any kind of condition and create timeless yet contemporary images for a client with the highest visual standards on earth. Spending time with people who inhabit different worlds is what inspires McLain the most. He says it’s a constant reminder that people are never quite what you think they’re going to be at first glance. Filmmaking adds the tools of motion, sound and score to evoke more feeling and capture a moment in time. Whether McLain is creating content for global brands like Apple and Sony, or for small nonprofits like Caringbridge, he anchors his work in the human story. He believes the best stories inspire us to be a part of something bigger than ourselves. One story he has documented for more than 15 years is called The Blue Zones project. Together with author Dan Buettner, McLain travels the world to study and document those five places in the world where people are living the longest and staying the healthiest. This work has produced a number of books, including a best-selling cookbook, and stories for Nat Geo, Smithsonian and others. McLain is also one of the original Sony Artisans of Imagery—a talented and diverse group of photographers and filmmakers who are helping Sony break new ground and reimagine what cameras can do in the 21st Century. When he’s not on the road, McLain and his family make their home in a 220-year-old farmhouse and he runs his studio out of a post and beam barn in the woods just outside of Portland, Maine.
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Kauffma n Ce nte r Pre s e nts is m a d e p os s i bl e by th e Joh n N. a n d M a r i l yn P. M c Co n n e l l Fo u n d a t i o n
SAVING OUR BLUE PLANET, ONE HOPE SPOT AT A TIME SYLVIA EARLE | OCEANOGRAPHER
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 7:30 P.M. | Muriel Kauffman Theatre K AU F FM A N C E N T E R FOR T H E P E R FOR M I N G A RTS
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Sylvia Earle: Oceanographer Immerse yourself in Dr. Sylvia Earle’s inspiring mission to save the ocean, one “Hope Spot” at a time. With over 7,500 hours of underwater exploration logged, Earle transcends borders and ideologies to advise world leaders on vital marine conservation laws and crisis response. Through her tireless efforts, she hopes to empower us all to understand the impact of our actions on the ocean and its fragile ecosystems. Despite the stresses we have placed upon it, Earle believes humans can also be the ocean’s greatest champions. Come aboard and discover how we can all contribute to the ocean’s survival. Named a “Living Legend” by the Library of Congress and “Hero for the Planet” by Time magazine, accomplished scientist Earle is a staunch advocate for and eloquent champion of our ocean. Earle has achieved an impressive number of firsts—including setting the world untethered diving record, descending 1,250 feet beneath the ocean surface; and serving as the first female chief scientist for the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. She was also National Geographic’s first female explorer-in-residence and founded Deep Ocean Exploration and Research, a marine consulting firm. In 2008, Earle founded nonprofit Mission Blue for marine protection, where she is still president and chairperson. Earle holds MA and PhD degrees from Duke University and 32 honorary degrees and has received over 100 national and international honors and awards.
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Emergency Evacuation Procedures The Kauffman Center is equipped with advanced life-safety early alert systems. Each performance hall is designed with emergency exits in case of an evacuation. In the event of severe weather, shelter in place inside the hall, not in a lobby area, and await further instructions. In the event of an emergency, the performance will be interrupted. Horns and strobes will sound. Emergency instructions will be delivered from the stage.
Please remain seated as staff use an appropriate amount of investigational time to verify the source of the alarm.* Should an evacuation be necessary, lighted red (Muriel Kauffman Theatre) and green (Helzberg Hall) exit signs will lead patrons to one of eight emergency exit paths.
Patrons with mobility limitations and/or those who are not able to navigate stairs should remain in the venue near one of the marked “Emergency Evacuation Assistance” areas. First responders will evacuate those requiring assistance immediately upon their arrival.
Elevators, primary entrances and the Brandmeyer Great Hall staircase are NOT used in the case of an emergency evacuation.
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*Kauffman Center’s emergency egress plan, which includes an appropriate amount of investigational time to verify the source of an alarm, was developed with the assistance of the Kansas City, MO Fire Marshall’s Office.
Be at the Center of it all:
VOLUNTEER
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The Kauffman Center would like to congratulate and thank the Diamond Level volunteers who have each contributed more than 2,500 volunteer service hours. Darlus Wolff | “My daughter suggested that I volunteer here at the Kauffman Center . It has been a great idea because of all the wonderful people I have met . I am reminded of a biography I read about Mr . Kauffman and how he said his employees were family . That is how I feel about my fellow volunteers and even the patrons we serve every performance . The best part of volunteering is the world class performances . Thank you for letting me be a part of this beautiful place .” Laurel Downey | “It is my privilege to be a volunteer at the Kauffman Center . This place still takes my breath away . Thank you to all the visionaries in Kansas City and around the world that helped create this jewel of cultural arts . Thank you to all the staff, talented musicians, dancers, singers and artists that bring such a variety of performances for everyone to enjoy . And a big thank you to all my fellow volunteers that have become such great friends . What a joyful and memorable place to be!” Fonda Sprengelmeyer | “When I first retired from a job that I loved, I knew my first energy had to be volunteering back there, but I still wanted more to fill my free time . I had been volunteering for the Kansas City Symphony, Ballet and Opera at the Lyric and while watching the Kauffman being built . I volunteered early and anxiously waited . It was like winning the lottery to be among that first group of volunteers . People here are friendly, warm and accepting . It feels like home, like family .” Ken Hagen | “Volunteering at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts . . . it’s the people . It’s the seven-year-old at a student
matinee who said “This is beautiful,” and the eighty-year-old attending the Kansas City Symphony for a Sunday matinee, the patrons in cowboy boots and blue jeans for Texas Tenors and patrons in tuxedos for opening night at the Lyric Opera or Kansas City Ballet . It’s patrons in Harry Potter or Star Wars costumes, the proud grandparents at graduations or an out-of-town visitor who just wanted to admire the building . Each brings something special to volunteering but the best “people” experiences are with the Kauffman Center people: performance leads, team captains and especially the family of volunteers .” Bob Fierst | ”Upon retirement, I decided to give back and volunteer at the Kauffman Center . What I did not expect was that this would become, so far, a 10-year experience that would provide me a feeling of pride and usefulness . The experiences not only expanded my appreciation of the arts but I was part of a new family that shared the desire to make our community a better place . What I have given has come back multifold . To consider myself a small part of this organization is something that is hard to put in words and give a value to . It is a blessing to be a part of the Kauffman family .”
Learn more about the Kauffman Center’s volunteer program and get involved: Visit kauffmancenter.org/volunteer or contact volunteer@kauffmancenter.org
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Offering seven unique event spaces, creative cuisine and a stunning backdrop of the city skyline, an event at the Kauffman Center is a unique experience your guests will never forget .
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Patron Information PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES To ensure the safety and security of our guests, the Kauffman Center has implemented a security screening policy . Any persons and items entering the Kauffman Center are subject to screening . For more information visit kauffmancenter .org/policies . Patrons arriving late are seated at the discretion of the artist and house management . Use of photography equipment or recording devices (video, audio or other medium) is prohibited without written consent . By attending a Kauffman Center performance, patrons give their consent to be photographed or recorded by talent, venue, or their contractors . As a courtesy, please silence and put away cell phones and other devices during the performance . If emergency calls are anticipated, please notify house management of your seating location . Emergency calls will be received at our security office, 816 .994 .7244 . For lost articles, please contact our security office, 816 .994 .7244 . Refreshments are available at most events . Food and beverages may not be taken inside Muriel Kauffman Theatre or Helzberg Hall . Complimentary coat check is available for guests year around . Coat check is located near the restrooms on Level 2 just east of the ticket office . Smoking inside the Kauffman Center is strictly prohibited . Designated smoking areas can be found outside both the north and south entrances .
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Buy Tickets The Kauffman Center Ticket Office is open Monday through Thursday 10 a .m . to 6 p .m ., Friday 10 a .m . to 5 p .m . The Ticket Office holds additional phone hours on Saturday and Sunday from 12 p .m . to 4 p .m . on performance days . Tickets are always available online at tickets .kauffmancenter .org . All purchases are non-refundable except in the case of a canceled event . Please Don’t Leave Your Seat Empty Donate your tickets for re-sale if you cannot attend a performance . Return tickets to the point-of-purchase organization at least 24 hours before the event to receive a taxdeductible receipt . Public Access Hours and Private Tours The Kauffman Center generally maintains public access hours on Fridays from 10 a .m . to 5 p .m . during which visitors may explore Brandmeyer Great Hall . Additionally, private tours led by a trained guide can be scheduled at kauffmancenter .org/tours . Tours are approximately 60 minutes in length, are available with reservations and are dependent on the Center’s schedule . Questions? Visit kauffmancenter .org/faq, call 816 .994 .7222, or email contact@kauffmancenter .org .
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Patron Information ACCESSIBILITY The Kauffman Center is committed to providing access to our performing arts experiences beyond what is required . To learn more about accessing the resources below or to request additional services, please ask a staff member at today’s performance . For more information, visit kauffmancenter.org/accessibility, call the Kauffman Center Ticket Office at 816.994.7222 or email contact@kauffmancenter.org. Patron Drop-off Locations For your convenience, Kauffman Center offers two passenger drop-off locations at 16th and Central Streets and on the private drive to the south of the building, accessible from Broadway Boulevard . From either drop-off location, drivers will go less than a half block to turn into undergound parking . Additionally, valet parking service is available for most performances . Assistive Listening Devices The Kauffman Center offers Assistive Listening Devices free of charge for patrons who would benefit from amplified and clarified sound . Patrons may exchange an ID card for a device from our trained staff in the Kauffman Center’s Gift Shop in Brandmeyer Great Hall . Each device automatically adjusts to the hall and performance of the patron’s location .
Thank you Variety Children’s Charity of Greater Kansas City for supporting the following accessibility resources at the Kauffman Center.
Serenity Rooms Patrons who would benefit from the use of a private, relaxing environment are invited to step into one of our two Serenity Rooms . These spaces offer comfortable seating and a monitor to view the live performance, plus sensory items, dimmable lights, and an electrical wall outlet . Patrons may contact a staff member or volunteer to access this space . Changing Tables & Family Restrooms All family restrooms feature infant changing tables . The Mezzanine family restroom features a changing table suitable for children or adults . Patrons needing a universal changing table or an additional private space to tend to medical needs should contact a staff member or volunteer for directions to the First Aid Office . Sensory Kits Patrons who would benefit from comforting sensory resources are invited to exchange an ID card for a Sensory Kit from Coat Check on the Plaza Lobby Level . These kits contain resources such as noise-reducing headphones, weighted lap pads, and handheld sensory items .
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Recognizing Our Trailblazers SUSTAINING MEMBERS Barbara & Doug Ambrose Grant & Wendy Burcham Emma & Dan Entwistle Steven Ira Feder
Kevin Maring & Deborah Alagna Pat Raffel Zachary H . Shafran David & Linda Skaff Family
Lisa & Greg Soendker Kathy & Dan Terrill
Jenna S . Nelson Tracy M . Simons
Larry Wolfe
SUPPORTING MEMBERS Derek & Jen Elder Joe & Judy Moody
Become a Trailblazer and you and a guest will enjoy a Q&A with a Trailblazing Talks speaker prior to their presentation at the Kauffman Center . Members also are invited to a reception with appetizers and drinks before the start of the Q&A . Join at the $200 level and receive: • Invitation for two to one Meet & Greet Reception and Q&A with one of the series presenters • First access to renew or upgrade Trailblazing Talks seats for the following season’s series . • Presale access to Kauffman Center Presents performances . • Invitation for two to the free annual Fall and Spring Members Concerts & Receptions .
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Recognizing Our Special Kauffman Center Donors The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts offers appreciation for the following generous donors who have made cumulative gifts or pledges of $10,000 or more in 2023. Our supporters and partners are listed on the following pages. PLATINUM Aristocrat Motors & Mercedes-Benz of Kansas City Charlotte & Bob Ronan Constance M . Copper Charitable Foundation Dale Schwader Evergy Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Ford & Christine Maurer Hall Family Foundation Joe & Jeanne Brandmeyer John & Marny Sherman John N . and Marilyn P . McConnell Foundation Mark One Electric Company Melinda & Tom E . Beal Muriel McBrien Kauffman Family Foundation Paul & Katy Schofer PNC Bank Richard J . Stern Foundation for the Arts Commerce Bank, trustee Saint Luke’s Health System Teresa and Tom Walsh Family Foundation The Marlese and Robert Gourley Children’s Fund The Shirley & Barnett Helzberg Foundation Tom & Jan Kreamer Anonymous GOLD Frank & Margaret G . McGee Fund Gattermeir Family Foundation Hartley Family Foundation Herbert and Bonnie Buchbinder J . E . Dunn Construction Company Missouri Arts Council Patrick & Janna Stueve Family Foundation Ronald D . Deffenbaugh Foundation Stanley J . Bushman & Ann Canfield
The Short Family Michael Waterford Thomas & Sally Wood Family Foundation SILVER Barbara P . Allen Bill & Bo Stueck Courtney S . Turner Charitable Trust Craig Associates, PC Dave & Dee Dillon Dennis & Annette Young Dennis & Susan Lordi Marker Dr . Doug & Barbara Cusick & Family Joe & Susan Sims Kirk Foundation Lathrop GPM LLP Louis & Elizabeth Nave Flarsheim Charitable Foundation Louis & Sharon Smith Mr . & Mrs . Barnett C . Helzberg, Jr . Mr . & Mrs . Dave Kiersznowski R and C Charitable Foundation Rockwell Security RSM US LLP Shook, Hardy & Bacon L .L .P . The American Theatre Guild The Haverty Family Foundation The Sosland Foundation Theater League William T . Kemper Charitable Trust, UMB Bank
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Recognizing Our Spotlight Premier Members Spotlight Premier members are an exceptional group of supporters who share a commitment to the performing arts in Kansas City. They receive tickets, insider access and various other exclusive benefits.
SPOTLIGHT PLATINUM
Julia Irene Kauffman Tom & Jan Kreamer
Ford & Christine Maurer Marilyn P . McConnell
John & Marny Sherman Teresa & Tom Walsh
SPOTLIGHT GOLD Barbara P . Allen
Mr . & Mrs . Barnett C . Helzberg, Jr .
The American Theatre Guild
Dave Kiersznowski
Michael Waterford
Dr . Doug & Barbara Cusick & Family
Dennis & Susan Lordi Marker Paul & Katy Schofer
Thomas & Sally Wood Family Foundation
Gattermeir Family Foundation
Louis & Sharon Smith
Dennis & Annette Young
Robert J . & E . Marlese Gourley
Bill & Bo Stueck
Stanley J . Bushman & Ann Canfield
Theater League
SPOTLIGHT SILVER Frank Austenfeld & Brenda (Ballard) Austenfeld
Sherry & Gary Forsee
Dee & Joyce Pack
Roger & Cheri Gardner
RLS Illumination Fund
Christopher E . Beal & Tim Van Zandt
Mark L . Gardner
Tim Pratt & Christie Geier-Pratt
Gautreaux Family
Dale & Mary Rohr
Michael & Marlys Haverty
Peggy F . Schmitt
Irv & Ellen Hockaday
Joe & Susan Sims
Randy & Kelly Huffman
Bill & Sandra Snyder
Edward P . Milbank
Mr . & Mrs . Michael Thiessen
Dr . Roger & Sandy Jackson
Ann & Frank Uryasz
Rusty & Ann Jandl Bob & Jana Johnson
Andrew Van Der Laan & Rebecca Schwietz
David C . Lady
Starr & Tom Wagstaff
Rose Bina Peter W . & Lynne K . Brown Dr . Stephen K . & Susan Bubb Chris & Colleen Buchinger Pati Chasnoff Cissy & Errol Copilevitz Lorin & Erica Crenshaw Katherine DeBruce Dave & Dee Dillon Peggy & Terry Dunn Sue Ann & Richard E . Fagerberg
Janet K . Long Mr . & Mrs . C . Patrick McLarney Lee Norman & Mary Piper M EM BER S HIP LISTING AS OF DEC . 1, 2 02 3 .
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Spotlight Premier members have access to the best seats in both theaters, valet parking, exclusive dinners and more.
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To join Spotlight Premier, contact Kelly Burt, Manager of Individual Giving, at 816.994.7927 or kburt@kauffmancenter.org. For more information, visit kauffmancenter.org/spotlight.
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Recognizing Our Spotlight Members Spotlight is an annual membership program that provides donors an elevated experience at the Kauffman Center while supporting our vision. SPOTLIGHT LEADING ROLES Lisa & Charles Schellhorn Edward Goldstein & Rachel Krantz Randy Sedlacek & Mary Ventura Craig & Michelle Hallier Susan & William Stannard George & Wendy Powell Bill & Marilyn Taylor Mr . & Mrs . James M . Prevost Judith L . Tharp Pat Raffel Howard & Rosanne Rosen
Mr . & Mrs . Perry D . Atha Ms . Sharon L . Blickensderfer Susan Brandom Dan Claiborn & Marie Woodbury Vicki & Mark Dickerson Suzanne M . Frisse Dr . Henry & Laura Antolak Dr . Michael & Patricia Baltezor Ken & Carolyn Brown Donna Gould Cohen John & Carol Cowden Patricia Ann Gibbs Pam & Gary Gradinger Mr . & Mrs . John C . Hjalmarson Carol K . Hudson Collin Hulse & Kerry Brocker Steve & Joan Israelite Cindy & Steve Jones Colby & Barbara Jones
Mauli & Sue Agrawal Rebekah Anderson Dana Powell Baker Victoria P . Barclay Kent & Gayle Best Carol Blum M .D . & Steven Wilson Mr . G . Wayne Burge Richard Carlson & Rebecca Gaughan Mary Cox Trisha & Tim Drape Karin & Jim Flynn Brad Allen & Gene Cooper Thomas & Karen Badgett Janet & John Bennett Kevin & Lauren Bond Bob & Marilyn Bowser Lisa M . Browar Sara Capra Mr . Danny Carmichael & Mrs . Theresa Ryan Brad Clay Wilma Collado Stephen & Lea Cosentino
SPOTLIGHT RISING STARS Rick & Mary Schindler Ambassador Allan Katz & Nancy Cohn Zachary H . Shafran Emily & Benton Keatley Mr . Clarence E . Simmons Dr . Jan & Mr . Allan Kraybill David & Linda Skaff Family Kevin Maring & John & Traci Solomon Deborah Alagna Jim & Debbie Stoddard Janet Mark & Frank Lipsman Dr . Bradley & Barbara Warady Darren Meyer & Family Padgett Family Foundation, Inc . Dale & Diane Wassergord Drs . Susan & Charles Porter Gregg & Melinda Wenger Russell & Sarah Propp Terry & Debbie Westlund Ursula Reusch Sheri & Walt Womack Scott & Elizabeth Riekeman Michael & Pamela Zanders Kim Rock & Bill Barr
SPOTLIGHT SUPPORTING ROLES Steve & Marianne Noll Jon & Cheri Gallion Sarah Josephine Overbee Ted & Ann Greene Michael Shipley & Susan Harp Mr . & Mrs . Bruce E . Pendleton Susan Plunkett Lois Heldenbrand James A . Polsinelli Phil & Sue Jones Mr . & Mrs . David P . Ross Charles S . Joss, Jr . Kathryn & Ross Sougéy Joseph P . Kearns Dr . Joy Stevenson & Mike & Vickie Lewer Dr . John Sheets Kevin & Susan McGreevy Kathy & Dan Terrill Trish Miles Jeff & Julie Unruh Barry Myers Marcy Nelson Dave & Bree Nicholson SPOTLIGHT CONTRIBUTORS Julie & George Gilchrist Ken & Pam Courson Tanya & Debbie Gillespie-Wilcox Robert Cox Rhonda Gomez Una Creditor Ruth Dickinson & Russell Fries Anita Gonzalez Gary Good John & Carol Dobies Judge Jon R . Gray (Ret .) & Barbara & Scott Eckley Dr . Valerie Chow Mary Fern & Wallie Souder Cliff Grimes Sheryl Feutz-Harter Dr . Allen & Mrs . Gail Gutovitz Randall & Diana Foster Mr . Marc Hammer & Chiarra Franklin Ms . Alana Muller Chris Gahagan Barbara Higgins John & Debi George
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Special Concerts & Events for Spotlight Members
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Spotlight members enjoy exclusive benefits like members-only concerts and receptions, discounted tickets, parking and drink vouchers and more.
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SPOTLIGHT CONTRIBUTORS CONTINUTED Kim & Tony Jackowski Marilyn & Ken Johnston Patricia L . Jonietz Rick Justis Jeff Kembel Drs . John D . & Ann M . Kenney Mr . & Mrs . James Klein Patrick J . Lais Edwin & Deborah Lane Tom & Joyce Lohmeyer Kevin Patrick Martinez Helen O . McCluskey Jon & Wendy McGraw William & Carol Mechler Mary Melot
Mid-America Merchandising, Inc . Mark & Janice Schonwetter Marco Segura Bruce & Becky Monke Mr . & Mrs . George D . Shadid Stephanie Murrell Sydney Shaw Bob & Linda Netterville Mareta J . Smith Torre & Lisa Nigro John & Annette Talbot Craig Paddock Tonya Y . Taylor Scott & Robin Page Donna & Harvey Thalblum Jean Parelman Douglas & Beth Viehland Amanda Pierce Christopher Warren Roger & Karen Prewitt Ann Welch Jo Ellen Read Roy & Leslye Werner Paul Rocke & Cheryl Brown Robert & Candace White David & Jackie Russell Laura Woolsey Don M . Salter Brent Schondelmeyer M EM BER S HIP LISTING AS OF DEC . 1, 2 02 3 .
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Recognizing Our
Members
J U D G E J O N G R AY ( R E T ) , C H A I R , E N S E M B L E A D V I S O RY C O U N C I L
Aristocrat Motors & Mercedes-Benz of Kansas City Craig Associates, PC Evergy
IMA Financial Group JE Dunn Kansas City Area Development Council (KCADC)
Rockwell Security Saint Luke’s Health System Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
Ash Grove Cement Company Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas City BOK Financial Branded Custom Sportswear/Design Resources CBIZ MHM LLC Commerce Bank Company Kitchen
Cornell Roofing & Sheet Metal Co . Empower Retirement Hawthorn Bank Henderson Engineers Inc . Imperial PFS KPMG LLP Labconco Corporation Lathrop GPM LLP Mariner Wealth Advisors NetStandard
NSPJ Architects Palmer Square Capital Management RSM US LLP Sandberg Phoenix Seigfreid Bingham PC SpecChem LLC Stinson LLP Tower Properties Company UnitedHealthcare
Armstrong Teasdale LLP B&B Theatres BHC Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP Bukaty Companies Byrne Pelofsky + Associates LLC Cobbs Allen Coffelt Land Title, Inc . Dennis Sneed Ford Enterprise Bank & Trust eyeSmith FORVIS Goldberg Group Architects Harvest Productions, Inc .
Hunt Midwest Husch Blackwell LLP HyVee Arena In-Tone Kansas City Marriott Downtown KGR Consultants Kissick Construction Company The Lewer Companies Loews Kansas City Hotel Martin Pringle Oliver Wallace & Bauer LLP Mazuma Credit Union McCown Gordon Construction
Bryan Norton/Lockton Companies Odimo Office Products Alliance Olsson Piper Sandler & Co PLX Silverstein Eye Centers Speaks Chapels Spencer Fane LLP Stephens & Associates Titan Protection & Consulting UHY LLP Vari MEMBERSHIP LISTING AS OF DEC . 1 , 2 02 3 .
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Ensemble is the Kauffman Center’s business membership program. Kansas City’s most prominent business leaders and entrepreneurs recognize the power of aligning their brand with our community’s iconic performing arts center. Members and their clients receive exclusive access to the Kauffman Center and enjoy a range of experiences tailored to their interests and business needs.
Ensemble members regularly enjoy unique networking opportunities, complimentary tickets and VIP experiences.
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To join Ensemble, contact Tricia Farrar, Manager of Corporate Giving, at 816.994.7914 or tfarrar@kauffmancenter.org. For more information, visit kauffmancenter.org/ensemble.
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Recognizing Kauffman Center Annual Donors Hundreds of donors make annual gifts, allowing us to connect thousands of people to the Kauffman Center. Beneficiaries include young people attending student matinees and under-served families taking in a performance. ORGANIZATIONS AND FOUNDATIONS
SPONSORS
JE Dunn Constance M . Copper Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium Charitable Foundation Aristocrat Motors & Courtney S . Turner Mercedes-Benz Charitable Trust of Kansas City Hartley Family Foundation PNC Bank John N . and Marilyn P . RSM US LLP McConnell Foundation Saint Luke’s Health System Keith & Margie Weber Foundation Variety the Children’s Charity Kirk Foundation of Greater Kansas City Linda Stevens Charitable Fund Evergy Louis & Elizabeth Nave UnitedHealthcare Flarsheim Charitable Kansas City Royals Foundation Mark One Electric Company Hotel Kansas City Merrill Charitable Loews Kansas City Hotel Foundation, Inc . INDIVIDUAL Merriman Foundation CONTRIBUTORS Missouri Arts Council Linda Lighton Adkins & Muriel McBrien Kauffman Family Foundation Lynn Adkins National Endowment for Suzie Aron & Joseph Levin the Arts John & Sally Austin Padgett Family Charles & Jennifer Bacon Foundation, Inc . R .C . Kemper Charitable Trust Nancy Meyer Barber Galen & Constance Beaufort Ralph L . Smith Foundation, UMB Bank ,n .a ., Trustee Gary & Suzy Bennett Richard J . Stern Foundation Rose Bina for the Arts - Commerce Rosana & Anthony Biondo Bank, trustee Barrett & Cheryl Brady Ronald D . Deffenbaugh Harvey S . Bodker Foundation Stephen Philibosian Emily & Rick Boeshaar Foundation Tom & Judy Bowser The American Theatre Guild Joe & Jeanne Brandmeyer The City of KCMO Peter W . & Lynne K . Brown Neighborhood Tourist Tonya Burke Development Fund Dr . Dustin Burleson The Haverty Family Foundation Stanley J . Bushman & Theater League Ann Canfield Victor E . & Caroline E . Joanne Cable Schutte Foundation Lorry Chapman What Matters 2 Us Fund William T . Kemper Charitable Charles & Virginia Clark Patricia Kay Clinton Trust, UMB Bank Phyllis Gordon Cohen Anonymous Mr . & Mrs . Steven Cole Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
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Dr . Doug & Barbara Cusick & Family Don & Patricia Dagenais Ann Dickinson Richard & Barbie Dierks Dr . & Mrs . Luke Dlabal, Jr . Tom Kane & Elizabeth Duke Steve & Anne Dunn Richard & Maureen Durwood Foundation Mr . & Mrs . Randall C . Ferguson, Jr . Mr . Michael Fields Sally Firestone Philanthropic Fund Kathryn Foos J . Scott Francis, Discretionary Fund, Francis Family Foundation Frick Family Foundation Sandi & Ed Fried Mark L . Gardner Gattermeir Family Foundation Mr . & Mrs . James Gegg Gerson Family Foundation Richard D . & Amy Parent Pam & Tom Greene Marilyn & Kenneth Hager Donald J . Hall Mr . & Mrs . Donald Hall Jr Mrs . Allan Hall Robert Haupt The Haverty Family Foundation Joseph B . Hawkes-Cates William & Kathryn Henderson Lisa Merrill Hickok John & Megan Hobbs Tom & Denise Holcom Joan Horan The Hughes Family Fund John and Mary Hunkeler Dr . Roger & Sandy Jackson Evan & Joanie James Vicki & Harold James
Recognizing Kauffman Center Annual Donors (continued) Mark Jeffers Mary Kay Jenkins John Kander Deborah Sandler Kemper & Crosby Kemper III Day & Whitney Kerr Lynn & Ann Kindred Judy O . Kirk Mr . & Mrs . David G . Kreher Mr . & Mrs . Norman M . Kressmann Michael & Jane Leach Ms . Julia Morphew & Ms . Sally Levitt Marilyn & Larry Lewis Bruce & Priscilla Long Janet K . Long Bill & Peggy Lyons Graham P . & Helen M . Marcott Mr . & Mrs . Alan R . Marsh Lorraine & Norman Martin Bobbie Mathes Mrs . Virginia B . McCallister Mr . & Mrs . James E . McGraw Heidi McIntyre Mark & Stacey McVey Stephen & Susan Melton Mr . & Mrs . John M . Middelkamp Patricia A . Miles Virginia McD . Miller Michael & Patricia Morrissey Cathryn Moyes Barbara K . Nelson James B . Nutter & Annabel Nutter Mr . & Mrs . Charles R . Olsen Dr . Ron & Donna Patton Shirley Pryor Dave Raffel Marsha Reese Mick & Kris Rhodes Charlotte & Bob Ronan Rick & Mary Schindler Stuart Schlemmer Shirley Schoenlaub Paul & Katy Schofer Mr . & Mrs . Michael A . Schultz
Dale Schwader Mr . Thomas L . Schwegler Betty C . Scott Randy Sedlacek & Mary Ventura Mr . James R . Seward William & Ginny Shackelford Mr . & Mrs . George D . Shadid Mr . & Mrs . Stuart L . Sharp Larry Sheppard The Short Family Mr . Clarence E . Simmons Joe & Susan Sims Charlie & Jeanne Sosland Mr . & Mrs . Stephen S . Sparks Michael & Jennifer Stoll M . Jeannine Strandjord Susan B . Susz Bill & Marilyn Taylor Mr . & Mrs . H . Wayne Thompson Jr R . Gordon Tompkins Larry & Mona Tyrl Michael Waterford Dr . & Mrs . Michael Watkins Mrs . Daniel C . Weary Frank & Helen Wewers Byron & Sandra Whitaker Bob White Jean Wise Dennis & Annette Young Anonymous (9)
Mr . & Mrs . James M . Prevost Patrick & Janna Stueve Family Foundation Richard J . Stern Foundation for the Arts - Commerce Bank, trustee JE Dunn Construction Company City of Kansas City, Missouri City of KCMO Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund
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IN-KIND PARTNERS
The Bridge Buffalo State Pizza Google Inc . Hotel Kansas City KCUR Lifted Logic Loews Kansas City Hotel Mildred’s Coffeehouse The Roasterie, Inc .
OPEN DOORS
Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation Johanna Telke Driscoll School of Irish Dance Enterprise Holdings Foundation Evergy R and C Charitable Foundation Frank & Margaret G . McGee Fund Marlese & Robert Gourley Children’s Fund Missouri Arts Council .49.
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Kauffman Center Legacy Society Legacy Society members have made planned gifts to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, helping the organization plan for the future.
Barbara and Doug Cusick became Kauffman Center supporters long before ground was broken for the building. “We were inspired by the many ways the Kauffman family has shown its support for Kansas City,” said Doug, “and we wanted to do what we could for the new performing arts venue.” Barbara and Doug opened their home and their unique collection of antique automatic musical instruments for fundraising events. They also made a generous Photo by Don Ipock
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honor of his mother and contributed to the Jane Chu Arts Endowment. Now Doug and Barbara have looked ahead by making the Kauffman Center the future recipient of a life insurance policy their family no longer needs. “It’s as easy as changing the beneficiary’s name on a whole life insurance policy,” Doug explained. “We see this as a legacy from our entire family, that makes the performing arts and a vibrant downtown available to our kids, grandkids and beyond.”
Christopher E . Beal & Tim Van Zandt
C . Stephen Metzler & Brian D . Williams
Tom & Judy Bowser
Nerman Family
Morton & Una Creditor
Charlotte & Bob Ronan
Dr . Doug & Barbara Cusick & Family
Thomas M . & Betty C . Scott
Richard & Maureen Durwood
A . William & Elizabeth T . Shafer
Jon and Cheri Gallion
Joe and Susan Sims
Jonathan Klem
Rick & Betsey Solberg
Nancy & Herb Kohn
Byron & Sandra Whitaker
Rachel Krantz & Edward Goldstein
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Patrick & Amy McHenry To find the planned giving option that works best for you, speak to your financial advisor and contact Trisha Drape, Vice President of Development, at tdrape@kauffmancenter.org or 816.994.7220.
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Kauffman Center Endowment and Capital Donors The Kauffman Center is able to provide extraordinary experiences because of these donors who helped make the building a reality. We appreciate their commitment to enriching the lives of everyone in our community. FOUNDING DONORS
E . Kemper & Anna Curry Carter Community Memorial Trust Rosalie O’Reilly Wooten & Family
Grand Benefactors Muriel McBrien Kauffman Family Foundation Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation Julia Irene Kauffman Hall Family Foundation The Brandmeyer Family Shirley Bush Helzberg & Barnett C . Helzberg, Jr . Benefactors American Century Investments Bank of America, Trustee: Arthur Bloomgarten Trust W .J . Brace Trust Louis & Elizabeth Nave Flarsheim Charitable Foundation Lindon Q . Skidmore Charitable Foundation, William V . Sisney, co-trustee John W . & Effie E . Speas Memorial Trust Richard S . Wyler Charitable Trust Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas City Tom & Judy Bowser Pam & Cary DeCamp The Gary Dickinson Family Foundation DST Systems, Inc . JE Dunn Construction Company Richard & Maureen Durwood Francis Family Foundation Arvin Gottlieb Charitable Foundation, UMB, Corporate Trustee Greater Kansas City Community Foundation H&R Block Adele & Donald Hall The Shirley & Barnett Helzberg Foundation KCP&L Jan & Tom Kreamer Barbara Hall Marshall Marilyn & John McConnell Miller Nichols Charitable Foundation Thomas M . & Betty C . Scott The Sosland Foundation The Vivian & Hymie Sosland Charitable Trust Sprint The Sunderland Foundation Susan B . & Mark A . Susz UMB Bank, Trustee: Enid & Crosby Kemper Foundation Kearney Wornall Charitable Trust & Foundation Geraldine & R .A . Barrows Foundation
Patrons Andrews McMeel Universal Foundation Anonymous Aquila Foundation Andrew L . Atterbury & Gwyn A . Prentice Mary & Alan Atterbury Bank Midwest Paul & Joan Jenkins Bartlett Mr . & Mrs . Charles W . Battey G . Kenneth & Ann Baum Melinda L . & Tom E . Beal Robert & Phyliss Bernstein Marion & Henry Bloch Family Foundation Kenneth & Lisa Block Philanthropic Fund Abe & Anna Bograd Memorial Trust Peter W . & Lynne K . Brown The Late Saurine L . & Eugene D . Brown Richard P . and Jane M . Bruening Lynne & Owen Buckley Stanley J . Bushman & Ann Canfield Capitol Federal Charles & Virginia Clark Barton J . & Phyllis Cohen Charitable Foundation Jeannette & Jerome Cohen Philanthropic Fund Payless Holdings Inc . Constance M . Cooper The Copaken Family Dave & Jamie Cummings Curry Family Foundation Dr . Doug & Barbara Cusick & Family Mr . & Mrs . Vernon Davidson DeBruce Companies The Families of Drs . David & Robert Dockhorn Irene Dreiseszun Peggy & Terry Dunn Family Elsberry Family Foundation Jacqueline & Robert Epsten Foundation Todd Epsten & Family Mark Ernst Family Sue Ann & Richard E . Fagerberg Fidelity Security Life Insurance Company | the Richard F . Jones Family Martha & Marvin Field Sherry & Gary Forsee Frick Family Foundation Dr . Michael & Ginger Frost Mr . Richard I . Galamba
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Patty & Charles Garney Barbara & Peter Gattermeir Family Gautreaux Family Gerson Family Foundation Stanley L . & Geraldine Goldberg Family Fund Robert & Marlese Gourley Nancy & Rick Green Kenneth V . & Marilyn J . Hager Hartley Family Foundation The Michael & Marlys Haverty Family Foundation HCA Midwest Health System The Hearst Foundations Charles M . Helzberg & Sandra Baer Paul & Betty Henson Irv & Ellen Hockaday The Hunt Family Foundation, Kansas City Chiefs & Hunt Midwest Enterprises Clifford W . & Bonne A . Illig Mrs . Beth Ingram Vera Isenberg Dr . Roger & Mrs . Sandy Jackson Cliff C . Jones, Jr . The Kansas City Southern Charitable Fund Marcia Karbank Jonathan & Nancy Lee Kemper David & Demi Kiersznowski Deborah Y . & Robert Almy Kipp Phil & Judy Kirk Nancy & Herb Kohn KPMG LLP George Hodges Langworthy, Sr . Benny & Edith Lee Ron & Cassie LeMay Molly G . Levitt Linda Lighton & Lynn Adkins Lockton Vincent & A .J . LoScalzo Bill & Peggy Lyons Colette & James Majerle Family Dennis & Susan Lordi Marker Norman & Lorraine Martin Tom & Kay Martin | Thomas Martin Foundation Mary Ford Maurer Tinka & Harry McCray Tom & Jean McDonnell The Frank McGee Family Mr . & Mrs . Fred L . Merrill C . Stephen Metzler & Brian D . Williams Mr . & Mrs . John Middelkamp Edward P . Milbank Michael & Patricia Morrissey Bill & Barbara Nelson Nerman Family Henry & Cara Newell Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
James B . Nutter & Company James B . Nutter Family H . Tony & Marti Oppenheimer & The Oppenheimer Brothers Foundation Oppenstein Brothers Foundation I .A . O’Shaughnessy Foundation/Wysong Family Foundation P1 Group, Inc . The Children of Flossie & Steve S . Pack Bill & Carolyn Patterson John S . & Mary V . Petrow Jack & Susan Pierson Polsinelli Norman & Elaine Polsky Family Supporting Foundation George & Wendy Powell The Privitera Family | Mark One Electric Co . Fred H . Pryor Shirley J . Pryor Bob & Ann Regnier Victor & Helen Regnier Foundation Charlotte & Bob Ronan Sarah & Landon Rowland | The Ever Glades Fund Carl J . Schramm & Ellyn L . Brown The Victor E . & Caroline E . Schutte Foundation John & Marny Sherman The Short Family Joe & Susan Sims Louis & Sharon Smith Elizabeth T . & Frederick M . Solberg, Jr . Morton & Estelle Sosland Richard H . Spencer & Katherine G . Spencer Spencer Fane Britt & Browne LLP Jane & Jack Strandberg Charitable Foundation, Bank of America, Trustee Bill & Bo Stueck Ten Ten Foundation The Byron Thompson Family - Country Club Bank John E . Tillotson & Jody Tillotson C . Humbert & Carol Tinsman Elizabeth & James E .C . Tinsman Tivol Courtney S . Turner Charitable Trust The Uhlmann Family U .S . Bank Waddell & Reed The Thomas Connelly Wallingford Family Teresa & Tom Walsh Michael Waterford Anonymous Keith & Margie Weber Foundation William C . & Barbara J . Willson Mr . & Mrs . Thomas Jefferson Wood, Jr . YRC Worldwide
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Kauffman Center Endowment and Capital Donors Contributors Christine & Don Alexander Brad Allen & Gene Cooper Suzanne Eleanor Allen The Marvin & Jeff Alport Family American Guild of Organists Greater Kansas City Chapter American Italian Pasta Company A Division of Ralcorp Holdings Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City Mr . & Mrs . Jonathan C . Angrist Anonymous Suzie Aron & Joseph Levin Arvest Bank Keith & Connie Ashcraft AT&T Foundation Frank Austenfeld & Brenda (Ballard) Austenfeld Verna G . Austin Charles & Jennifer Bacon William & Betty Baker Bank of America Matching Gifts Mr . Paul A . Barnds & Dr . Shawn R . Sabin George & Theresa Barton Mr . & Mrs . Terry Bassham Jack & Kim Bastable Chris Beal & Tim Van Zandt Mr . & Mrs . Edward L . Benson Alleta & Don Biggs T . Eugene Bileski & Diane R . Krizek Rita & Irwin Blitt Annette Bloch Harvey S . Bodker Mark S . Box, MD Barrett & Cheryl Brady Mary Shaw Branton George & Leslie Brett Ruth M . Brito Jack & Fran Brozman Dr . Stephen K . & Susan Bubb Herb & Bonnie Buchbinder Burns & McDonnell Betty & Jordan Bushman Kenneth & Jean Butler Martha B . Comment Barry & Suzanne Cooper Family Fund Mary Kay & Stephen Corbeil Michael & Sherry Coughlin Cray Foundation Dr . & Mrs . Morton Creditor Judith Ann Cunningham Anita Daniels & Family Cindy & Vince Dasta Dr . Mark & Diane Davidner The Lois & Thomas Davidson Family John C . & Jane Reusser Davis Ann Dickinson Joyce DiDonato Mark & Amy Dobbins & Family Maureen Dudgeon & Bradd Silver Ken Dworak Courtney R . Earnest Erik & Beverly Elving Entertainment Properties Trust
Jo Ann Straube Field Bob Firnhaber & Sally Groves Ann & Gary Fish Jack & Trudy Gabriel Blanche Gangwere GE Foundation David & Linda Gentile Esther & Donald Giffin Steven B . & Lisa E . Glassman Robert J . & E . Marlese Gourley Grant Thornton LLP Mary & Bill Grant Hon . William G . & Peggy Mathews Gray Ted H . & Mary Lou Greene Family Foundation Fund Lee & Amy Greif Megan & Michael Grossman H&R Block, Inc . Matching Gifts Elise & Allan Hall Mr . & Mrs . Jeffrey B . Hanes Marla McCaffree Harper Dr . & Mrs . Frederick Hartwig Nancy P . & Robert W . Hatch Nancy & Tim Helton & Family Jamie & Bush Helzberg Drs . Clarke & Mary Henry Michael & Karen Herman John Dible Hickok, Jr . & Lisa Merrill Hickok David & Linda Hill James M . Hobbs II DDS & Grace G . Hobbs J . B . & Anne Hodgdon John & Sharon Hoffman Tom & Denise Holcom Dorothy H . & David H . Hughes, Sr . Christopher & Linda Iliff Tom & Ann Isenberg Jack Stack Barbecue Dr . Larry & Gretchen Jacobson Rusty & Ann Jandl Norge W . Jerome, PhD Jacqueline & Lynn Johnson Gary E . Jones Charles S . Joss, Jr . Judy Joss Family Ronald & Sarah Jury Family Michael L . Kahn Sybil & Norman Kahn John Kander Kansas City Symphony Musicians’ Association Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences Rose & Barney Karbank Dr . Andrew & Lynn Kaufman Key Charitable Trust Ellie & Richard Knopke Regina & William Kort Douglas & Susan Krebs David C . Lady Lathrop & Gage LLP Leslie Bowles Lerner Eli Lilly & Company Foundation, Inc . Carol H . Logan & Fred J . Logan, Jr . Dr . Edwin T . Long & Mary Long
Marlene & Sandy Louchheim Mr . Robert P . Lyons M&R Financial - Young & Liess Thomas & Gay Manning Jack & Bobbie Mathes Ford & Christine Maurer Michael T . Mayer Family Carl & Lee McCaffree Virginia B . McCoy Charles E . & Candace L . F . McDowell Tom & Judith Pease McEvoy Mr . & Mrs . James E . McGraw Becky & Rowe McKinley Jacquie McKinney’s Legacy Dan Meiners & David Brinkerhoff Lance & Lissa Melber The Harold & Marilyn Melcher Foundation Bernadette & Dick Miller Family Marshall & Janet Miller Mike & Shelly Miller Ray & Kim Miller Robert E . Miller Group Virginia McD . Miller Fred & Linda Mitchell Family Marilyn & John Mitchell Mark & Julie Morris Sherrill Mulhern Mr . & Mrs . A . H . Myers, Jr . Jeannette Nichols Nichols Company Charitable Trust Brad & Linda Nicholson Phyllis & Ronald Nolan Tom W . & Jeanne H . Olofson Charles & Jane Olsen Jack & Georgia Olsen Terri Olsen Robert A . Olson Estate Sally J . & R . Lyman Ott Richard & Louise Parizek Judith Parker Deloras & L . Beaty Pemberton The Anne Peterson & Bertil & Ulla Brunk Families Dr . & Mrs . Larry Piebenga The Pioli Family Bill & Susie Popplewell Drs . Susan & Charles Porter Peter & Cappy Powell James & Kathryn Prevost David & Patricia Raffel Michael J . Rainen Family Clark & Jeanne Redick Mary & Steve Reiff Carolyn & Bob Reintjes J . B . Reynolds Foundation Thomas & Marjorie Rhone RLS Illumination Fund Fred & Cindy Rock Joe & Judy Roetheli & Lil’ Red Foundation Connie & David Ross Elizabeth S . Rowe Melissa & Matthew Rubel Mr . & Mrs . John Tough Russell Randy & Mary Ann St . Clair Dr . Robert & Anne St . Peter & Family
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Marilyn B . Salomon & David W . Renner Ken & Roswitha Schaffer Daniel & Miriam Scharf Lisa & Charles Schellhorn Mary & David Schulte Dr . & Mrs . A . William Shafer Shook, Hardy & Bacon L .L .P . Myra & Lester Siegel, Jr . David & Linda Skaff Susan & Tuck Spaulding Barbara & Jack Spilker Sprint Nextel Corporation Dr . Gregory C . & Janet M . Starks Jack & Martha Steadman Family Foundation Dr . Michael & Dr . Michella Stiles Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP John & Peggy Stone Greg & Barbara Storm Mary Jeannine Strandjord Harry B . & Anna C . Strauss Philanthropic Fund Jo Ann & William D . Sullivan Ann & John Sundeen Peter Sunderman & Curt Thomas Symphony League of Kansas City William & Marilyn Taylor Tension Envelope Foundation & the Berkley Families The Thau Family Theater League Marilyn Craigmiles Thomas Barbara Welch Thompson The Torosian Foundation Sally Turk Tranin Carol & Cliff Trenton Cathy, Steve & Debbie Trenton Julia Ann Trotter Trudy Foundation Marylou & John D . Turner Norma & Bryce Turville Union Pacific Corporation U .S . Engineering Company Sharon & Tom Van Dyke Kathy & Mark Walker Walker Uniform Service Myron & Nicole Wang Dr . Bradley & Barbara Warady & Family Terry & Linda Ward Gary L . Warmker Dale & Diane Wassergord Larry & Joni Weiner Sally & Bob West Westar Energy Frank & Helen Wewers Byron & Sandra Whitaker Helen E . (Pasek) White Lewis & Shirley White The John R . Wilson Family Bob & Marcia Wolff Ron & Marilyn Wollard Mary Edith Woodward Steve Wright & Paula Thurman Roxy A . Yowell
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Kauffman Center Staff EXECUTIVE STAFF Paul Schofer, President and Chief Executive Officer Colby Jones, Chief Financial Officer Patrick Donnelly, CVE, Vice President of Theater Operations Trisha Drape, Vice President of Development Bill Miller, Vice President of Operations
DEVELOPMENT & DONOR RELATIONS Kelly Burt, Manager of Individual Giving Logan Busch, Donor Information & Data Specialist Lenka Day, Development Coordinator Tricia Farrar, Manager of Corporate Giving Joan Israelite, Consultant Janet Mark, Consultant
FACILITIES Jamie Clack, Facilities Supervisor
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Kathryn Sougéy, Controller Susan Campain, Assistant Controller Jo Keatley, Assistant to the CEO Laura House, Shared Services Database Manager Nathaniel Baker, Shared Services Database Administrator Stausha Bailey, Accounting Generalist
MARKETING & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Karen Badgett, Director of Marketing & Community Engagement Amber Hipp, Marketing Manager Sarah Milosevich, Marlese and Robert Gourley Community Engagement Manager Tim Hawks, Digital Marketing Supervisor Ellen McDonald, Publicist/Consultant
PATRON SERVICES Barry Myers, Senior Director of Patron Services Jenny DeFreece, CVA, Senior Manager of Patron Services and Volunteers Mary Maxine Luber, Patron Services Manager – Recruitment, Training and Accessibility Madisen Pool, Patron Services Manager – Front of House Ashley Wright Shannon, Ticketing Services Manager Morgan Prosser, Ticketing Services Supervisor Amanda Morris, Ticketing Services Specialist Sarah Scott, Ticketing Services Coordinator
SPECIAL EVENTS & CATERING Lisa Voss, Senior Director of Sales Sarah Gonser, Facility Events Supervisor John Foster, Event Operations Manager
THEATER OPERATIONS Sara Beatty, CVP, Director of Theater Operations Eric Miller, Senior Production Services Manager Don Hovis, Production Services Manager Jason Way, Production Services Supervisor Palmer Jankens, Audio Production Supervisor
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