DIRECTOR/MUSICAL DIRECTOR JAMES MOREHEAD LIGHTING DESIGNER ERIK BARRY

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1 James Morehead, Artistic Director present DIRECTOR/MUSICAL DIRECTOR JAMES MOREHEAD LIGHTING DESIGNER ERIK BARRY SOUND DESIGNER JOSH PRISCHING BOOK WRITERS JOSHUA FOY, RICHARD MARSHALL MCKINNEY AND JASON SEBACHER CHOREOGRAPHERS SHAWN HUNT, PATRICK KEEFE, NICO JOSHUA NEPOMUCENO, DAVID SPOOR-HARVEY, JANNEKE WAAL-FOWERS PRODUCTION MANAGER GEOFF BLEEKER PRODUCTION ASSISTANT KEVIN CORBETT DANCE CAPTAIN CHRIS CHEN May 19, 2017 Harris Theater For Music and Dance, Chicago May 20, 2017 North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie May 21, 2017 Beverly Arts Center, Chicago PRESENTING SPONSORS Kent Bartram & Terry Wittenberg John Gordon & Bill Salvato Steve Geiermann & Quenten Schumacher Ben Hladilek David Maier & Matthew McGrane B*Town 1

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3 LETTER FROM THE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Thank you all for coming to attend *BTown: from Barbershop to Boybands. As a product of the 80s and 90s, boybands of all varieties were very influential in my coming of age. Despite your orientation, it was impossible to escape the influence of these groups on the radio, at the club and virtually anywhere! Almost all of tonight s boybands exclusively sang and danced. Most of them did not play instruments, which made the selection of songs for this evening even more difficult. However, many boybands produced some fantastic solo performers as well, from Ricky Martin to Robbie Williams. While looking back, I chose to include some fantastic boybands from multiple decades. This gave me the opportunity to include the Monkees (who did play instruments), Jackson 5 (who sometimes played instruments) and the Beach Boys. With our talented members of CGMC, it only seemed logical to include a bit of Americana and look back as far as the gems of the Barbershop Quartets. This grand tradition of harmonized singing paved the road, even the end of the road, for our wonderful choral history and the boyband harmonies featured in this show. As the script developed into a story about a group of gay boys finding their dream of being in a boyband, a dream some of us still have I m sure, it seemed very fitting to have a song specifically written for BTown. As much as labels are normal and sometimes comforting, especially in the LGBT+ community, I love that the boys find themselves despite their given labels and forge forward with their dream. Hopefully, you hear some of your favorites as well as hearing some wonderful songs you haven t heard yet as well. Pay attention to the house music where I have hidden some additional gems that didn t make it into the show. A special thanks to my talented choreography team (Janneke, Nico, David, Shawn, and Patrick), who has worked tirelessly to make this show truly special. Also a special thanks to Jason, Richard and Josh for their work on the script. Lastly, I want to thank Ashlee, Lil, Cody, Adam, St. H, my production team, my choreographers, my beloved THE WIZ cast, band and crew and my circle of confidants. I especially want to thank all the faithful singers, supporters and donors of the chorus. Your hard work on and off stage makes my job possible and enjoyable! Thank you, thank you, thank you! Take with me the memory to be my sunshine after the rain. We look forward to seeing your smiling faces, boisterous laughter and generous applause in the upcoming season! To many more years of wonderful shows! Yours Truly, James Morehead Artistic Director This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency CGMC is a proud member of GALA Choruses, the Gay and Lesbian Association of Choruses, an international organization. CGMC is supported in part by a City Arts 2 grant from the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs. B*Town 3

4 ABOUT THE CHORUS With more than 150 singing members, backed by a small army of volunteers, the CGMC family covers a diverse cross-section of the Chicago metropolitan area. Under the visionary guidance and inspired direction of Artistic Director, James J. Morehead, CGMC delivers a distinctive brand of entertainment that keeps our audience coming back again and again. Our members log thousands of hours annually to accomplish an ambitious schedule of concert performances, benefits and charitable appearances. We Entertain and Enlighten CGMC delivers a unique entertainment experience found nowhere else in the city. We produce professional-quality shows that combine the best elements of musical theater, cabaret and traditional choral performance. But only CGMC can add that special twist of gaiety that can make each show fun, moving and memorable. We Inspire Change CGMC serves as ambassadors and provides a positive image to countless thousands every year. Sometimes the message to take action can be delivered more effectively through song than through speech. We Build Community CGMC is a safe haven from discrimination and judgment. As part of a larger community, when asked to help, CGMC heeds the call. We have sung at the Auditorium Theater honoring the victims of Sept. 11. We sing at smaller memorial services honoring local community leaders and for our own members. We re humbled to realize that CGMC s presence can bring comfort and healing to those around us. For more information, to join our mailing list or to find out how you can support Chicago Gay Men s Chorus, visit cgmc.org. SUMMER SERIES JUNE 8 11, 2017 HUBBARD STREET AT 40 Hubbard Street s Season 39 Summer Series kicks off a full year in celebration of the company s 40th anniversary, combining audience favorites representing all four decades of Hubbard Street s history. Choreographers include Lou Conte, Twyla Tharp, Jim Vincent, William Forsythe, Crystal Pite, and Alejandro Cerrudo. Performing at hubbardstreetdance.com/summer Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus

5 CAST OF CHARACTERS Lance...Patrick Keefe (Harris) Spencer Gartner (Skokie/Beverly) Kayden... Dane Thibodeaux (Harris) Ken Barker (Skokie/Beverly) Rex...Khara Williams (Harris) Joey Fontanetta (Skokie/Beverly) Jackson...Michael Elder (Harris) Brandon Davidson (Skokie/Beverly) Taylor... Ryan Rollinson (Harris) Aaron Kornick (Skokie/Beverly) Bob...David Long (Harris) Kyle Hadley (Skokie/Beverly) Sebastian... Will Fisher (Harris) Ryan Fisher (Skokie/Beverly) Max M. McMartin... Marty Miller CGMC Member 1...Michael Curran CGMC Member 2... Jim Hennessey CGMC Member 3...Charles May Good Vibrations Solo... Christian Castillo (Harris), Rick Aiello (Skokie), Chris Blasone (Beverly) I Second That Emotion Solos...Will Vega, Blake Paxton (Harris), John Gordon, Oli Sveinsson (Skokie) Justin Lens, Carl Moss (Beverly) Reach Out, I ll Be There Quartet... Reggie Owens, Kentoo Jones, Cedric Thomas, Sean Mallory Lida Rose Quartet... Billy Vitucci, Janneke Fowers, Seth Diblee, Robert McBlain (Harris) Chad Baus, LT Cousineau, Brian Dove, Michael Kirby (Skokie) Sup Suh, Jonathan Lewis, Matt McGrain, Chad Baus (Beverly) THE BAND Bass... Mark Berls Drums...John Agno Piano...Ken McMullen ASL INTERPRETERS Emilio Cordova, Ethan Hart-Cook, Cory O Brian, Bronwyn Schlaefer - students David Rice - alumnus; Joshua Ayoub & CJ Speakman - professional interpreters Theater rental and services have been underwritten through the support of the Harris Theater for Music and Dance. B*Town 5

6 B*TOWN ACT ONE Step By Step... NKOTB Maurice Starr (b ) Dancers: Josh Foy,Phil Joseph, Carl Moss, Joseph Pak, Gary Scanlon, David Spoor-Harvey, Jason Tylka, Marco Vianello. Choreography by David Spoor-Harvey I m a Believer...Monkees Neil Diamond (b ) Soloists: Christian Castillo (Friday), Rick Aiello (Saturday), Chris Blasone (Sunday) Good Vibrations...Beach Boys Brian Wilson (b ) Mike Love (b ) (You ve Got It) The Right Stuff... NKOTB Maurice Starr Dancers: Alan Bringman,Jordan Daley, Kentoo Jones, Freddie Kaminski, Richard McKinney, Marty Miller, Cedric Thomas. Choreography by David Spoor-Harvey Claridad... Menudo Giancarlo Bigazzi, Oscar Basilio Gomez Dias, Umberto Tozzi Dancers: Diego Accorsi,Coz Costello, Dan Forbush, Josh Foy, Alex Herzberg, Roberto Lopez, Vicente Lumbreras, Greg Marquis, Donny Middlebrook, Todd Paulson, Elio Reyes, Gustavo Rojo, Ari Smolen, Brandon Trumfio, Jason Tylka. Choreography by Patrick Keefe Lida Rose from The Music Man...Meredith Willson ( ) Billy Vitucci, Janneke Fowers, Seth Diblee, Robert McBlain (Friday) Chad Baus, LT Cousineau, Brian Dove, Michael Kirby (Saturday) Sup Suh, Jonathan Lewis, Matt McGrain, Chad Baus (Sunday) Shine On, Harvest Moon (1908)...Nora Bayes-Norworth ( ) Arr. by V. Hicks & E. Moon I m Forever Blowing Bubbles (1919)... Jaan Kenbrovin John W. Kellette ( ) Arr. by SPEBSQSA Poison...Bell Biv Devoe Dr. Breeze Dancers: Chris Chen,Aaron Gurlly,Phil Joseph, Michael McGraw, David Spoor-Harvey. Choreography by David Spoor-Harvey 6 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus

7 B*TOWN c o n t. Everything Changes...Take That Eliot Kennedy, Cary Baylis, Michael Warde, Gary Barlow Dancers: Jon Adams, Jack Ballard, Alan Bringman, Jon Chaikin, Nick Conner, Coz Costello, Janneke Fowers, Matt Honaberger, Freddie Kaminski, Ryan Kirkpatrick, Octavio Lara, Adam Lobermeier, Roberto Lopez, Owen Maggio, Matt McGrane, Carlos Mercado, Marty Miller, Reggie Owens, Eddie Vargas. Choreography by Janneke Waal-Fowers I Swear...All 4 One Frank Myers (b ) Gary Baker (b ) Tearin Up My Heart... *NSYNC Max Martin (b ) Kristian Lundin (b ) Dancers: Diego Accorsi, Dan Forbush, Alex Herzberg, Shawn Hunt, Carl Moss, Nico Nepomuceno,Gustavo Rojo, Gary Scanlon, Marco Vianello. Choreography by Shawn Hunt Blackbird...Beatles John Lennon ( ) Paul McCartney (1942-) Arr. by Paris Rutherford What Makes You Beautiful... One Direction Savan Kotecha Rami Yacoub (b ) Dancers: Christian Castillo, Brian Dove, Matt Honaberger, Shawn Hunt, Kentoo Jones, Joseph Pak, Richard McKinney, Carlos Mercado, Cedric Thomas. Choreography by Patrick Keefe INTERMISSION ACT TWO Everybody (Backstreet s Back)... Backstreet Boys Max Martin Dag Volle ( ) Dancers: Christian Castillo, Chris Chen, Brian Dove, Spencer Gartner, Aaron Gurlly, Phil Joseph, Freddie Kaminski, Adam Lobermeier, Nico Nepomuceno, David Spoor-Harvey, Sup Suh. Choreography by Nico Nepomuceno I Want You Back...Jackson 5 Freddie Perren, Alphonso Mizell, Berry Gordy, Deke Richards B*Town 7

8 B*TOWN c o n t. Reach Out, I ll Be There...Four Tops Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier Edward Holland Soloists: Kentoo Jones, Sean Mallory, Reggie Owens, Cedric Thomas. Choreography by Nico Nepomuceno I Second That Emotion... Miracles Smokey Robinson (b ) Alfred Cleveland ( ) Will Vega and Blake Paxton (Friday); John Gordon and Oli Sveinsson (Saturday); Justin Lens and Carl Moss (Sunday) Dancers: Diego Accorsi, Jon Adams, David Biele, Coz Costello, Jordan Daley, Duncan Dam, Mark Flannigan, Dan Forbush, Matt Honaberger, Reza Iskander, Octavio Lara, Richard McKinney, Carlos Mercado, Donny Middlebrook, Kalin Noel, Todd Paulson, Blake Paxton, Elio Reyes, Ari Smolen, Marco Vianello. Choreography by Janneke Waal-Fowers Ball of Confusion... Temptations Norman Whitfield( ) Barrett Strong (b ) Just Do You...Jimmy Morehead (b ) Dancers: Chris Chen, Aaron Gurlly, David Spoor-Harvey, Janneke Fowers, Shawn Hunt, Phil Joseph, Patrick Keefe, Michael McGraw, Nico Nepomuceno, Joseph Pak. Choreography by Janneke Waal-Fowers It s So Hard to Say Goodbye...Boyz II Men Freddie Perren ( ) Christine Yarian Bye Bye Bye... *NSYNC Kristian Lundin, Jake and Andreas Carlsson Featured Dancers: Christian Castillo, Alex Herzberg, Shawn Hunt, Josh Foy, Adam Lobermeier, Roberto Lopez, Greg Marquis, Sup Suh, Cedric Thomas, Jason Tylka. Choreography by Nico Nepomuceno End of the Road...Boyz II Men Babyface (b ), L.A. Reid (b ) Daryl Simmons (b ) SPECIAL THANKS 8 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus Roosevelt University, Cody Reynolds, Josh Prisching, CJ Speakman. ASL interpreting services provided by students and faculty in Columbia College s ASL Department.

9 CHICAGO GAY MEN S CHORUS MEMBERS BASS Adam Lobermeier Alex Herzberg Andrew Clemmer Andris Antons Brad Piche* Brandon Davidson Brandon Trumfio Clint Currie* Daniel Dempsey David Spoor-Harvey Gary Scanlon George Luebking Ira Dym Jack Ballard Jeff Port Jim Flores Jim Hennessey Joey Lawton John Lulay* Johnathan Sanabria-Rosa* Jon Putnam Jordan Daley Kalin Noel Kevin Swerdlow Kyle Hadley Larry Olson Mark Nichols Mark Gershman* Michael Elder Michael Kirby Neil Halpin* Pasha Markov* Paul Lorensen Paul Mumberger* Peter Zukowski* Reuben Lewy Rich Roecker Robert McBlain Ryan Rollinson Samuel Bromley* Shawn Hunt Spencer Gartner Tim Bullard Todd Paulson Tom Kinkus William Vega BARITONE Aaron Kornick Aaron Manuyag* Adam Farwell Lenehan Ali Sayed Andy Greene Bart Goldberg Beam Yompool Benjamin Kaplan* Blake Hankins* Brian Ham* Carl Fergus Carl Moss Carlos Torres Casey Campbell* Cedric Thomas Claudio Jimenez* Daniel Forbush David Costello David Long David Maier* David Weiner* Diego Accorsi Dion Edwards* Don Shawler* Ed Pratt Eddie Vargas Elio Reyes Eric Bond Eric Karas* Eric John Fredericks* Gustavo Rojo Jamie Nelson Jason Tylka Jason Sebacher* Jimmy Byrne Joe Buron Joe Palade John Adewoye John Bruce* John Gordon Jon Neuens* Jonathan Pugh* Joseph Pak Joseph Torres Joshua Foy Ken Barker Luke Kinney Mark Flannigan Marty Brown Matt Slomka* Matthew McGrane Matthew Stursberg Michael Roman* Nate Errett Nicholas Haas* Nico Nepomuceno Oli Sveinsson Padraig McGuire Patrick McAfee* Paul Shoun Peter Hillsman Phil Joseph Phil Cooper* Quenten Schumacher* Reza Iskandar Ricardo Gonzalez Robert Conrad Ron Robert Seth Dibblee Steven Fishman Steve Mattus* T. Will Fisher Tim Gallagher* Tim Hayden* Tim Ryan Tom Myles Vicente Lumbreras TENOR 1 Aaron Gurlly Andrew Belford* Andy Wolpa* Ari Smolen Becca Nelson* Brian Dove Chris Perchatsch Christian Castillo Dane Thibodeaux Dave Lee* Douglas Leader Elliott Mason Freddie Kaminski Janneke Fowers Jarrel-Brannon Montgomery B*Town 9

10 CHICAGO GAY MEN S CHORUS MEMBERS c o n t. John Masura Jonathan Lewis Joey Fontanetta L.T. Cousineau Mark Sherman* Matthew Honaberger Michael Anderson* Nick Conner Patrick Keefe Richard McKinney Ryan Fisher Sup Suh Tim Juday* TENOR 2 Adam Loredo Alan Bringman Andrew Brawley Andrew Lorenz* Andy Erne Andy Riggle* Anthony Gerena* Billy Vitucci Blake Paxton Carlos Mercado Chad Baus Charles May Chris Baer Chris Blasone Chris Chen Chris Maturo* David Biele Dave Lee* David Schmidt* David Welch* Donny Middlebrook Duncan Dam Eric Boberg* Grady Schroeder Greg Marquis Jason True* Jim Fitzgerald Jim Martin Jim Shaver Jon Chaikin Jon Brockelman* Jonathan Adams Justin Lens Kenneth Jones Khara Williams Kim Mowrey* Leslie Star Luke Joseph Marco Vianello Mark Johnson* Marty Manuel Marty Miller Matthew Staman* Michael Bredenkamp Michael Curran Michael McGraw Michael Sheets Mike Bandy Mike Jones Mitchell Kraemer Octavio Lara Owen Maggio Perry Simmons* Reggie Owens Richard Aiello* Roberto López Ryan Kirkpatrick Scott Morgan Sean Mallory Steve Geiermann Terry Wittenberg* Tom Rynkiewicz *Denotes Leave of Absence A RTS &C RAFTS FAIR 48th Annual Spring Green WI June 24 th & 25 th Last Full Weekend Find Details and More at SpringGreenArtFair.com Saturday 9am 5pm and Sunday 9am 4pm Downtown Spring Green West of Madison on Hwys 14 and 23 Over 200 Exhibiting Artists Food, Entertainment & More! 10 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus

11 BIOGRAPHIES James Morehead, Artistic Director James is thrilled to present his second season with CGMC. He is also music director for VOX3, choir master/organist at St. Helena s Episcopal Church in Burr Ridge, Illinois. He primarily works as a coach, accompanist and music director for the Theater Conservatory of Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University, where he has also served as Adjunct Professor of Music Theory/History and German Diction. James received his MM in Piano Performance and Music Theory from Roosevelt University and his BM from Duquesne University. As a Music Director, James has worked on See What I Wanna See in the Steppenwolf Garage series 2013 and has also done The WIZ (Kokandy Productions), Jerry Springer- the Opera, bare (Jeff Nominated: Music Direction), Passing Strange (Jeff Nominated: Music Direction), Dessa Rose (Jeff Nominated: Music Direction), AIDA, Trouble in Tahiti, The Rainbow Connection, the Mikado, The Impresario, Barber of Seville, The Old Maid and the Thief, Two Gentlemen of Verona, Sondheim in the Park, The Wandering Scholar, The Bear, The Way We War, Copacabana, Cupid and Psyche, and Promises, Promises among many others. Classically, James has performed at the Auditorium Theater, Chicago Cultural Center, Rockefeller Chapel, Chicago s Gospel Fest 2012, Ravinia, and Harold Washington Theater among many others. He has collaborated and performed with the Juliani Ensemble, the Grande Prairie Choral Arts Singers, Anaphora, Lyric Opera Kids and ChiArts, and multiple times on WFMT. He has also appeared as a featured pianist at the Green Mill, Mary s Attic, the Tavern, Gentry on Halsted, Spin Nightclub, Davenport s, the 410 Club, the Spot and the Casino. Jennifer J. Wright, Executive Director Jennifer Wright joined us as Executive Director in December, With more than seventeen years of experience in the non-profit sector, she brings a wealth of knowledge to CGMC. Jennifer has been involved in virtually every aspect of non-profit management including special events, capital campaigns, board development, strategic planning, and volunteer management. A lover of all things chorus, Jennifer has been singing with various groups since junior high. She also dabbles in harmonica, guitar, and piano. A native of Flint, MI, Jennifer received her undergraduate degree from DePaul in Women s Studies and an MA in Political Theory from Loyola University. Erik Barry, Lighting Designer Erik S Barry is thrilled to be designing for the Gay Men s Chorus again! He has designed lights around Chicago for the past two years. His designs have been seen at Chicago Shakespeare Theatre, Porchlight Music Theatre, Dead Writers Theatre,16th Street Theatre, Bailiwick Chicago and The Museum of Contemporary Art. He received his Masters of Fine Arts degree at the University of Wisconsin -Madison campus. He has designed over 60 productions in his career. Highlights include The Rocky Horror Show with The University of Wisconsin Madison, as well as Fiddler on the Roof, Chicago, and Forever Plaid with the Summer Theatre in Meredith Village. He dedicates this and every performance to the memories of Mom and Dad, and reminds Sara, Karen and Iris that he owes it all to them. B*Town 11

12 BIOGRAPHIES c o n t. Josh Prisching, Sound Designer Josh Prisching is pleased to be working with CGMC. After graduating from Columbia College he wanted to pursue his combined passions of theater and film and landed his first gig as the sound engineer for a small film called Love, Blood, Kryptonite and recently was the light board technician for the ABC network series Betrayal. In his theater life he has designed for Chicago Folks Operetta, Proud Kate Theater Project, Open Door Repertory, Momenta Dance Academy, Proviso High School, Transcendences Dance Studios, and Julian Middle School. Geoff Bleeker, Production Manager Geoff Bleeker is excited to be working with the CGMC for the first time! Geoff is a freelance director and production manager. In Chicago, he served as the Producing Director for Bailiwick Chicago, production managing three full seasons including Bloody, Bloody Andrew Jackson, See What I Wanna See, Mahal, Dessa Rose, and Carrie: The Musical. He served as Asst. Director on Bailiwick Chicago s production of The Wild Party. He most recently directed Once Upon A Mattress for the Wilmette Park District at the Wallace Bowl. Big thanks to Jimmy for the opportunity! Shawn Hunt, Choreographer Shawn Hunt is extremely proud and excited to be choreographing his first main stage show for Chicago Gay Men s Chorus. Originally from South Bend, Indiana, Hunt came to Chicago to attend Columbia College of Chicago, from which he received a Bachelor s degree in Musical Theatre Performance. He is currently studying dance at various Chicago studios and looks forward to future projects with a Latin Contemporary company. Patrick Keefe, Choreographer Mr. Keefe (Lance / CGMC Choreographer) is a graduate of Western Michigan University s Musical Theatre Performance BFA program. He has choreographed and instructed dancers of all levels, from elementary school performers to collegiate dancers, for over a decade. His own musical and performance education began at the age of 11 in the Chicago suburbs of Dupage County, hoofing his tap shoes and belting out musical theatre ballads across any parking lot or stage that would have him. In 2009, upon completion of his bachelor s degree, he moved to New York City, where he performed as a professional actor with theatres across the country. In 2012, Mr. Keefe relocated back to his home city of Chicago and continued to perform professionally within the Chicago acting community. Currently, as his professional career has moved away from the fine arts, CGMC offers an outlet to create, make music, physicalize, story-tell and share his passion within our community. He would like to thank Jimmy, all of CGMC, his family (hi mom and dad), his friends and his amazing partner in crime Ryan for giving all the love and support a guy could ask for. Nico Joshua Nepomuceno, Choreographer Nico holds a Bachelors Degree in Musical Theatre with the class of 2010 from North Central College (go Cardinals!) in Naperville, Illinois. Past dance/stage credits include Pippin, Cats, The King and I, Singin in the Rain, Thoroughly Modern Millie, West Side Story, and The Wiz. Hailing from Bolingbrook, IL he has been proudly singing with the chorus since the spring 2012 show, That 80s Show. Now an active member of the chorus, Nico also serves as the current Chair of the Performance Committee. Huge thank you to Jimmy Morehead, Janneke Fowers, and David Weiner for their support and collaboration, all of the shows dancers for their time and talents, and Nate for his never ending encouragement and love. 12 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus

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14 BIOGR APHIES c o n t. David Spoor-Harvey, Choreographer David has been singing and dancing professionally since he was 16. Throughout high school and college, he spent his summers performing at Six Flags and King s Island theme parks in Ohio. He then spent several years on board four ships for Carnival Cruise Lines, where he worked as a Production Singer, and where he also conceived and choreographed his own cabaret act. Then he relocated to Las Vegas, where he performed at MGM Grand Hotel and Casino. While in Vegas, he also worked as a guest choreographer for various local jazz and hip-hop dance troupes. Following his years in Las Vegas, David returned to Ohio to complete his education, during which time he directed and choreographed seasonal shows at Six Flags Ohio. He also taught jazz and hip-hop at several dance studios in the Cleveland area. Janneke Waal-Fowers, Choreographer Janneke holds a B.A. in Dance Education and Choreography. She worked as a dance teacher and choreographer for theatre, television and fashion shows both in her native country of the Netherlands as in Bozeman, MT where she was a founding member of Montana Theatre Works, After receiving her M.A. in Art & Culture she moved to Chicago 17 years ago and is currently is the Site Manager at Mayslake Peabody Estate. CGMC has given her the opportunity to stay connected to her first love, choreography and she has been fortunate enough to choreograph over 25 CGMC shows. Thank you to Jimmy, all dancers, and her husband Jeff for their support. PRIDE ACTION TANK presents SUMMIT MAY ON OUR POSSIBILITIES MAY 23 OPENING RECEPTION FREE AND OPEN TO ALL Hosted at Affinity Community Services 2850 S. Wabash, Suite 108 MAY 24 SUMMIT DAY 1 Free for LGBTQ older adults (55+) who are not paid staff of service providers or related institutions Hosted at AARP 222 N LaSalle Dr, Suite 710 #OUTAGING 14 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus MAY 25 SUMMIT DAY 2 Open to all but targeted to service providers, researchers, funders, policy makers and others interested in improving outcomes for LGBTQ older adults Hosted at AARP 222 N LaSalle Dr, Suite 710 $35 before May 12 $45 after May 12 REGISTER TODAY! REGISTRATION REQUIRED FOR EACH EVENT BY WEB Bit.ly/outaging BY PHONE Call Jackie x 723

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16 The Legacy Circle of the Chicago Gay Men s Chorus is a group of unique individuals, through their visionary philanthropy, have made a commitment to ensure the future of the Chorus mission by remembering the Chorus in their estate plans. FOUNDING MEMBERS Marty Brown Larry Burke + Merry Mary + Rick Marzec Greg Marquis Bruce Messick Tom Myles Matthew Wertman + Individuals who include CGMC in their estate plans through our 35 th Anniversary Season will qualify as a Founding Member of the Legacy Circle. +Deceased Planned giving is a present decision to make a future gift to leave money or other assets to the Chicago Gay Men s Chorus. From gifts of cash, to proceeds from bequests and trusts, there are many giving options that allow you to plan your gift during your lifetime and beyond. We can assist you with your charitable intentions so you don t have to make those decisions alone. We can also give you information about planned giving techniques that will include the Chorus in your estate plans. If you are interested in making an estate gift or would like additional information, please contact Jennifer Wright, Executive Director, at jenniferwright@cgmc.org for a confidential discussion regarding your options and wishes. 16 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus

17 DONORS Step onto the risers and become a part of Chicago Gay Men s Chorus a community of artists, volunteer members, donors and music lovers who have joined together to support Chicago s Most Colorful Chorus, a voice of the LGBT community since Chicago Gay Men s Chorus gratefully acknowledges the generous annual gifts of the following individuals, foundations and corporations. For more information about the ways you can support CGMC, including Planned Giving options, visit our website at or contact our Executive Director at execdirector@cgmc.org or Donors listed for individual contributions received 1/1/16 through 4/25/17. Recognizing our supporters is important to us; if you believe there is an error or omission, please contact us immediately at info@cgmc.org. Director s Circle (Recognizing donations of $1,000 and above) $10,000+ David Maier and Matthew McGrane $5,000 - $9,999 Marty Manuel John Gordon and Bill Salvato Blake Hankins and Blaine Stringer $2,500 - $4,999 Peter Hillsman Dr. Jeffrey H. Port, M.D. $1,000 - $2,499 Michael J. Anderson and Andrew Caruso Kent Bartram and Terry Wittenberg Eric Boberg and Brett Ericson Martin Brown Michael Cogan Craig Dannenbrink and C.J. Jensen Chandra Dennis D. Seth Dibblee Steven Geiermann and Quenten Schumacher Jane and Bob Grover Ben Hladilek Doris Lewy Lynn Lundgren Tom Myles Scott Perlman Thomas L. Potter Jonathan Pugh and Stephen C. Edwards Nancy Rampson Michael Roman and Gary Paaren Paul Shoun Best Friend: $500 - $999 Dee Beaubien Phillip Cooper and Rhett Lindsay Sally Feder Eric John Fredericks Jane Grover Jeremy Hilborn Michael Kirby Reuben and Gary Lewy M Christopher Maturo Kevin McGirr Ed Pratt and Tom Fields William L. Pry Ron Robert Matthew Staman and Marin Alan Quezada Richard B. Turner Friend: $250 - $499 Molly and Josh Baynes Arne Brage Chris Chen Brian Dove Marty Finn Brent Fisher Sally Garon Christopher Harnack Mary Claire Hersh Richard and Elaine Heuberger Gerard Hillsman Robert Mccamant Jamie Nelson Jason Ott Floyd Roose Tom Schuler Christopher Zell Mary C. Zukowksi Patron: Up to $249 Jon Adams Samantha Allinson Bonnie Bauler Chad Baus and Gary Scanlon James Becque Christopher Blasone William Bordonaro Paul Boulis Carl Bridges Jason Buskel Carole Cahill Richard Campbell Mark Canuel Lawrence Choate Nicholas Conner Philip Darling Tara Degnan Paul Denhard Anthony Didato Elizabeth Dixon Andrew Dudeck Steve English Ryan Fisher Francis Fons Ellen Friedman and Thomas Scheidt Mark Genovesi Mark Gershman Lee Gould Maryon Gray Daniel Grumieaux Elizabeth Halajian Maria Harvey Alan Hirsch Tommy Holl David Phillips Jeffrey Hu Chester Jakala Robert Jelinski Edward T. Jeske Scott Kachelhoffer Adam Kaufman B*Town 17

18 DONORS c o n t. Michael Kirk Jim Kupiainen Joey Lawton Brigid Leahy Michael Leppen Jonathan Lewis Peter Lewis Lona and Phillip Livingston Renata Lowe Reginald Owens and Andrew MacDonald Janet MacDougall Sam Marts Julie Matsubara Roger May David Mazza Townley McGiffert Katherine Meagher Bruce Messick Angela Mitchell Dennis Moriarty Kathryn Mueller Lillian Murphy Douglas Murray Charlotte Newfeld Patrick O Çonnor Dan Overstreet John Pawlikowski Blake Paxton Eric Peterson John Pierpoint Leeann Plikuhn Cynthia Porter Thomas Potter Douglas Pugh David Schuringa and Ray Kenyon Sammi Shay David E. Shepard and Rich Laskowski Dana Shepard Treister Rob Sierzega Thomas Sinkovic Patrick Sinozich and Rocky Vance Brian Smith Leslie Star Steven Steiner David Stienecker Christopher Stratton Jeffrey Thomas Ricardo Torres Brandon Trumfio Francis Vesely Marco Vianello Billy Vitucci John Wallace Michael Wehman Donna Williams William Willis Roger Wilson Jennifer Wright Donnie Young Sue Zablocki Corporate, Foundation and Government Support Ameriprise Financial Aon Athletico AT&T Bank of America Foundation Capital One City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Events 18 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus

19 DONORS c o n t. Frannie s Café Google Illinois Arts Council Illinois Tool Works JP Morgan Chase PepsiCo RE/MAX Edge ReAlign Chiropractic Salesforce Foundation Sidetrack Chicago Verizon Wells Fargo & Company Windy City Media Group Gifts in Kind Contributions for Big Package Auction 2017 About Face Theater AIDS Foundation of Chicago Alliance Francaise American Theater Company American Fundraising Foundation Annoyance Theater Bandera Chicago Blackhawks Bloomingdale s BOKA Group Brookfield Zoo buzzbox Calo Ristorante Center on Halsted Cervantes Institute CH Distillery Cheetah Gym Chicago Architecture Foundation Chicago Bears Chicago Comedy Company Chicago Cubs Chicago Dancers United/ Dance for Life Chicago Foodways Tours Chicago Helicopter Experience Chicago History Museum Chicago Humanities Festival Chicago Opera Theater Chicago Shakespeare Theater Chicago Symphony Orchestra Chicago White Sox Clearly Cares Dental CRAM Fashion Dance Center Chicago Ebert Studio El Che Bar & La Sirena Clandestina Energize Sports Massage Entertaining Company Fireside Restaurant Giordano Dance Chicago Goethe Institute Goodman Theatre GRAB Magazine Guy Bardone Paintings Halsted Vodka Hamburger Mary s Harris Theater Hubbard Street Dance Ingmar James Salon io Theater Italian Cultural Institute Jameson Loves Danger Jerry s Andersonville Joffrey Ballet Joseph Michaels Salon & Spa Kehoe Designs Kevin Barry Fine Art Lady Gregory Restaurant BBJ Linens Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants Lincoln Park Smiles Lyric Opera of Chicago M Henry Marriott Hotels & Resorts Mars Gallery Mercantile M Michael Elder Fitness Monastero s Music of the Baroque My Private Chef Newberry Library Nookies One Off Hospitality (avec) Orbitz.com P. Cooper Creative Ravinia Festival ReAlign Chiropractic Restoration Salon Revival Social Club Rodan & Fields Roscoe s Scruff Shaw s Crab House Shedd Aquarium Sidetrack Chicago Soul Cycle My Eye Dr. Stan s Donuts Stay Dog Hotel Steppenwolf Theater Susanin s Auctioneers and Appraisers Sutton Studios The Art of Shaving The Chopping Block The Godfrey Hotel The Knot Standard-Custom Suit Experience The Peninsula Hotel The Revival The Second City TimeLine Theatre Company Tom Schuler Unabridged Bookstore University of Chicago Presents Urban Athlete Urban Oasis Spa Victory Gardens Theater Visionary Eye Care Wilde Restaurant Women and Children First B*Town 19

20 ADMINISTRATION AND STAFF Board of Directors President... Michael J. Anderson Vice President...Jonathan E. Pugh Treasurer... Blake Hankins Secretary...Tom Myles Directors... Chandra Dennis, John Gordon, Lynn Lundgren, David Maier, Marty Manuel, Jeffrey H. Port, M.D., Thomas Potter, Nancy Rampson Membership Council President...Nicholas J. Conner Representatives... Nick Haas, Brian Ham, Jim Hennessey, Roberto Lopez, Richard McKinney, Marty Miller, Jon Putnam Committee Chairs Alumni...Rick Marzec Elections... Peter Hillsman External Affairs... Marty Manuel GALA...Larry Todd Cousineau, Richard McKinney Governance...Jeffrey H. Port, M.D. Internal Affairs... David Maier Marketing...Brandon Trumfio Performance...Nico Joshua Nepomuceno Social... Brian Ham, Leslie Star Social Media... Casey Campbell Web...Brandon Trumfio Administrative Personnel Executive Director...Jennifer J. Wright Operations Manager...Kevin Corbett Auditors...A.C.T. Group Bookkeeper...Cliff Ruemmler Artistic Staff Artistic Director... James J. Morehead Accompanist...Ken McMullen Production Staff for B*TOWN Production Manager... Geoffrey Bleeker Lighting Designer... Erik Barry Sound Designer...Josh Prisching Production Assistant...Kevin Corbett 20 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus

21 LARRY E. BURKE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND In addition to their many talents and their endless enthusiasm, Chicago Gay Men s Chorus members are also required to contribute financially to the success of the organization through annual dues and miscellaneous costs associated with weekend rehearsal retreats and traveling performances. Fortunately, CGMC members who are not able to meet these financial obligations can earn scholarships through the memorial fund left by Larry Burke, a longtime member and dear friend of the chorus who died in February Through Larry s generosity, every CGMC member has the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits and experiences the Chicago Gay Men s Chorus has to offer. In Memory Of Bill Albarran Rob Anderson Jerry Armstrong Bryce Henry Bandstra Earl Becker Wayne Bittner Ray Blevins Robert Bohm Howard Bonin Lee Boyce Timothy J. Brady Larry Burke Eric Calimag Thom Callahan Jeff Colby Skip Coleman Jerry Crawford Bill Dahlstrand Rich Davis Thom Dombkowski Steve Fisher Tom Foale Gene Freeman Dick Freiwald Don Garapolo Robert E. Green Ed Gregg Garth Guido Michael Halebian Bill Heller Kevin Heffernan Will Henderson Dewey Herrington Mark Hieber Brad Hilkin Kenneth Hilton Duane Hoevet Bo Holley Mark Humphrey Rei Ignacio Bob Janotta Alan Jernsted Keith Jones Dennis W. Kaber Peter Kalamaris Steve Kaliski R. Fred Kampe David Keglovitis Fred Kelsey Gregg Kesinger John Kent Wil Kight Jon Loran Kimsey Alan Kinzel Brian Jamie Kirkwood John Klein David Kouba Guy Kuhnheim Bob Lesh Scott Lidman Tony Little Gary Lonak Joseph Looby Martin de Maat Michael Marholz Merry Mary Michael McAllister Tim McLain Dennis McCullough Brent McCullough Joey McDaniel Earl McDonald Brent McNeil Ed Middleworth Gary Monachino Ralph Nehrenz Tom Neniskis Carl Off Kathy Ostermann David Ort Bill Pepel Bob Pelinski Giorgio Lord Pharo Jimmy Pipkins Kevin R. Pobst Larry Prospero Frank Purtee Tony Rago Daniel Reber Lon Rice John Roback Jack Roeckeman Jim Sala Wayne Schoop Dean Schroeder Bobby Shelton Bob Snyder Dick Snyder Kirk Sommers Kyle Storjohann Tony V. Terrell Keith Timmons Chris Urbanik George Vanek David Varas Bradley Allen Waters Matthew Wertman Joe Willoughby Duane White Don Woolf B*Town 21

22 CGMC PERFORMANCE FOR LIFE PARTNERS The Kip Snyder Performance for Life Program Started in 1990 by Chicago Gay Men s Chorus founding Artistic Director Kip Snyder, CGMC donates a block of tickets for one performance to local service agencies that provide support to those impacted by HIV and/or AIDS, organizations supporting at-risk youth populations and other human service agencies. The chosen service providers may distribute the tickets to its participants or sell the tickets and retain all proceeds. CGMC is pleased to announce our Performance For Life partners for the 2016/17 Season: Alexian Brothers Housing and Health Alliance Alexian Brothers Housing and Health Alliance sponsors Bonaventure House and Bettendorf Place here in Chicago, and The Harbor in Waukegan. The Center on Halsted Seniors Program Located in the heart of Boystown, the CoH Senior program provides a number of services to LGBT seniors. Chicago House Since 1985, Chicago House has provided housing and supportive services to men, women, and children living with HIV and AIDS. Their services have since expanded to include community case management, substance abuse counseling, HIV prevention, medical adherence, and the Midwest s first employment training and placement program specific to people affected by HIV. Chicago House now also offers FREE, anonymous rapid HIV testing. Phone: (773) Web: Howard Brown Broadway Youth Center The Broadway Youth Center offers comprehensive support services to all youth, 24 years of age and under. These include housing, job placement, and a safe environment with medical care and counseling available. Illinois Safe Schools Alliance Illinois Safe Schools Alliance (the Alliance) promotes safety, support and healthy development for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth, in Illinois schools and communities, through advocacy, education, youth organizing and research. We are pleased to add ISSA as our newest Performance For Life partner in Ronald McDonald House Charities Our newest Performance for Life Partner, Ronald McDonald House offers home-like settings for parents and families of hospitalized children. The largest Ronald McDonald House is the world is located near Lurie Children s Hospital of Chicago and has a close relationship with our new resident theater, The Harris Theater for Music and Dance.. Vital Bridges Center For Chronic Care Vital Bridges helps people throughout metropolitan Chicago impacted by HIV/AIDS to improve their health and build self-sufficiency by providing access to food, nutrition counseling, housing, care coordination, and prevention services. 22 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus

23 The Midwest region theatre community s fundraising effort in the fight against AIDS. For more information or to make a donation please call B*Town 23

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25 ABOUT HARRIS THEATER FOR MUSIC AND DANCE The Joan W. and Irving B. Harris Theater for Music and Dance is a 1,500-seat state-of-the art performance venue located in Chicago s Millennium Park. Opened in November 2003, the nonprofit Harris Theater was the first multi-use performance venue built in downtown Chicago since Harris Theater serves as a unique national model of collaboration between the philanthropic community and performing arts organizations in music and dance. More than a decade later, the Theater features the most diverse offerings of any venue in Chicago, hosting local, national, and internationally renowned artists and ensembles. The Harris Theater is Chicago s primary residence for music and dance, connecting diverse audiences with outstanding artists from across the city, the nation, and the world. The Theater s activities fall under three central strategies: support for local music and dance companies, community engagement and educational programs, and presentation of national and international artists. Support for local companies includes subsidized rent, technical expertise, and marketing support, allowing the organizations to focus on what they do best bringing the finest in music and dance performances to the public. The Theater offers professional development opportunities, including the innovative Learning Lab, endorsed with grants from the National Endowment for the Arts. The Harris Theater s original group of 12 resident companies has grown to include a wide range of diverse and exceptionally talented performing arts organizations, including internationally acclaimed Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, Music of the Baroque, Chicago Symphony Orchestra s MusicNow, and collaborations with Lyric Opera of Chicago, National Museum of Mexican Art, Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago, and Columbia College Chicago. Through these partnerships, the Theater has earned national recognition as a distinctive model for collaboration, performance, and artistic advancement. The Harris Theater is also dedicated to presenting internationally acclaimed music and dance organizations to enhance its reputation as well as to help build audiences and provide collaboration opportunities for the Theater s resident companies and community partners. Through the Harris Theater Presents series, the Theater has achieved widespread recognition as a vital cultural anchor in Chicago. Daniel Barenboim, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Renée Fleming, the Hamburg Ballet, Lang Lang, the New York City Ballet, the Paris Opéra Ballet, the San Francisco Ballet, Stephen Sondheim, the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, and many others have graced the Harris Elizabeth Morse Genius Stage through this series. Through its commitment to artistic excellence, collaboration, and inclusion, the Harris Theater s community engagement and education programs seek to deepen understanding of the arts and our world. We inspire people of all ages and communities, and nurture the next generation of artists and audiences. Since 2009, the Theater has provided over 10,000 fully underwritten tickets to children and families, representing 25 neighborhoods across the city of Chicago, and connected gifted young musicians and dancers with the master artists appearing on the Harris stage through workshops, master classes, and artist talks. Learn more about Community Engagement programs at engage.harristheaterchicago.org. B*Town 25

26 BOARD OF TRUSTEES HARRIS THEATER FOR MUSIC AND DANCE Officers Alexandra C. Nichols, Chairman Elizabeth Hartigan Connelly, Vice Chair Peter M. Ellis, Vice Chair Caryn Harris, Vice Chair Ricardo T. Rosenkranz, MD, Vice Chair Mary Kay Sullivan, Vice Chair Marilyn Fatt Vitale, Secretary David Snyder, Treasurer Paul Organisak, Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols President and CEO Endowed Chair Trustees John W. Ballantine Lee Blackwell Baur Paul S. Boulis Elizabeth Hartigan Connelly, Vice Chair Peter M. Ellis, Vice Chair Louise Frank Jay Franke Robert J. Gauch, Jr. Sandra P. Guthman, Past Chairman Caryn Harris, Vice Chair Joan W. Harris, Past Chairman Christine N. Evans Kelly Deborah A. Korompilas Merrillyn J. Kosier Mac MacLellan Zarin Mehta Alexandra C. Nichols, Chairman Kenneth R. Norgan Abby McCormick O Neil, Past Chairman Jason Palmquist, Ex-Officio Ricardo T. Rosenkranz, MD, Vice Chair William Ruffin, Ex-Officio Patrick M. Sheahan John Q Smith David Snyder, Treasurer Susan Stark Mary Kay Sullivan, Vice Chair Marilyn Fatt Vitale, Secretary Dori Wilson Maria Zec Life Trustees Peter M. Ascoli Cameron S. Avery Marshall Field V James J. Glasser Sarah Solotaroff Mirkin Judith Neisser Harrison I. Steans Robin S. Tryloff 26 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus (Listing as of May 1, 2017)

27 STAFF HARRIS THEATER FOR MUSIC AND DANCE OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT Paul Organisak, Alexandra C. and John D. Nichols President and CEO Endowed Chair Erin Singer, Programming Manager FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION Laura Hanssel, Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President of Administration Mary Jo Rudney, Director of Finance Gena Lavery, Finance Manager EXTERNAL AFFAIRS Patricia Barretto, Executive Vice President of External Affairs Development Elizabeth Halajian, Director of Indiviual & Major Gifts Josh Fox, Manager of Corporate & Foundation Relations Sammi Shay, Manager of Annual Giving & Special Events Lauren Ranson, Development Coordinator Marketing Jamie Sherman, Manager of Public Relations & Communications Mary Larkin, Marketing Manager Samantha Allinson, Digital Production Designer Oliver Camacho, External Affairs Coordinator Community Engagement Meghan McNamara, Manager of Community Engagement & Partnerships Ticketing Services Allan Waite, Box Office Treasurer OPERATIONS & PRODUCTION Lori Dimun, General Manager Front of House Kay Harlow, House Manager Jamelle Robinson, Concessions & Events Manager Melaney Reed, Saints Coordinator The Saints, Volunteer Usher Corps Operations Emily Macaluso, Director of Operations Hillary Pearson, Manager of Operations Dawn Wilson, Manager of Production / Technical Manager Leticia Cisneros, Lead Day Porter Ed Mlakar, Facilities Engineer Production Jeff Rollinson, Head Carpenter & IATSE Steward Anthony Montuori, Head Flyman Jeffrey Kolack, Head of Props Don Dome Jr., Head of Audio Kevin Sullivan, Head Electrician (Listing as of May 1, 2017) B*Town 27

28 INFORMATION HARRIS THEATER FOR MUSIC AND DANCE Rental information: If you have any questions about the Harris Theater, including rental of the facility, group tours, or volunteer opportunities, please call the administrative office Monday through Friday, 9AM 5PM, at Ticket purchases: To purchase tickets, visit HarrisTheaterChicago.org. Call or visit our Box Office at Monday through Friday, 12 6PM or until curtain on performance days. In consideration of other patrons and the performers: Please turn off all cell phones. Photography is not permitted in the Theater at any time and texting during performance is strictly prohibited. Film or digital images will be confiscated or deleted by the Harris Theater house staff; violators will be subject to a fine. Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the house management. Smoking is prohibited within the Harris Theater. Allowance of personal items and baggage into the auditorium space is at the sole discretion of house management. For your safety: Please take a moment and note the nearest exit. In the event of an emergency, follow the directions of the Harris Theater house staff. In the event of an illness or injury, inform the Harris Theater House Manager. Accessibility: Infrared assisted listening devices are available from the Harris Theater house staff. The Theater is equipped for easy access to all seating levels for patrons needing special access. Please advise the Box Office prior to the performance for any special seating needs. Parking: Discounted parking validation is available for all ticket holders using the Millennium Park Garage. A validation machine is located next to the Box Office on the Orchestra Level, as you enter the Theater lobby. 28 Chiacgo Gay Men s Chorus