W e all tend to take the facility that we enter daily, weekly or periodically for granted. We expect the temperature to be not too hot, not to cool but just right. We expect that when we turn on the water it will be cold or hot and will be of high quality. When we turn on a light switch we expect the room to light up. We expect the building to be clean and restrooms totally stocked. None of this happens automatically. We have spent in excess of $60,000 during our summer slower time (we are never dark anymore) maintaining the building. The lobby was repainted and the red wall, restroom ceilings, etc… are all one color again. The six plus inches of rain in two hours recently produced new and old leaks which necessitated a major roof repair effort costing $10,000. Most have been stopped but a few pesky ones continue to be reworked. Our HVAC systems (19 in fact) have had continuing problems and I have not been pleased with our repair and maintenance service. One of the lobby compressors recently went out and we brought in a new firm and found a number of issues which are being repaired, in excess of $15,000. If you have not seen the new shelving in the third floor prop/costume area, go take a look. This was a safety and organizational issue. Thanks to David Corban for his leadership on this project and Dot Auchmoody, Claire Skinner, Becky Troop, Jessica Walck, Mary Wallace and their group of volunteers who worked so hard to clean out the area, organize and return the necessary items. Thanks for discarding items we really didn’t need as I know how hard it is to throw anything away. The cost of this project was approximately $35,000. A special thanks to Rob Soja for his daily cleaning effort of this 29,071 square foot building with its many rooms, restrooms, stairways, outside areas and public space. It is a never ending, out of sight effort but is essential for our quality service to patrons, volunteers and staff. All of this costs money and we greatly appreciate our donors as their extra gifts pay for these items. The next time you come into the building, look around and consider how fortunate we are to have this treasure to work, volunteer and be entertained in. BOX OFFICE: 239-263-7990 www.naplesplayers.org Issue 127 by John F. Sorey III, Executive Director Naples Players State of the Art Facility Our 62nd Season Entertaining Southwest Florida Backstage With The Naples Players November 12 – December 6 Wed – Sat 8:00 p.m.; Sun 2:00 p.m. In Blackburn Hall This heartfelt musical tells the story of newly released parolee, Percy, who is ready to leave her past behind and look toward a future in the small town of Gilead, Wisconsin, a town where everyone knows your business. Jan. 14 - Feb. 7, 2015 Wed. – Sat. 8:00 p.m.; Sun. 2:00 p.m. In Blackburn Hall A playground scuffle brings two sets of parents together to discuss how to resolve their sons’ behavior. What starts out as a concerted civilized conversation erupts into a primal war of words that is manically hilarious. 12 times awarded “Best Live Theatre” John F. Sorey III Upcoming Shows Message From The Executive Director NOVEMBER – DECEMBER 2014 Sponsored by: Sponsored by: by Yasmina Reza of GOD Carnage A Musical
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We all tend to take the facility that we enter daily, weekly or periodically for granted. We expect the temperature to be
not too hot, not to cool but just right. We expect that when we turn on the water it will be cold or hot and will be of high quality. When we turn on a light switch we expect the room to light up. We expect the building to be clean and restrooms totally stocked.
None of this happens automatically. We have spent in excess of $60,000 during our summer slower time (we are never dark anymore) maintaining the building. The lobby was repainted and the red wall, restroom ceilings, etc… are all one color again. The six plus inches of rain in two hours recently produced new and old leaks which necessitated a major roof repair effort costing $10,000. Most have been stopped but a few pesky ones continue to be reworked. Our HVAC systems (19 in fact) have had continuing problems and I have not been pleased with our repair and maintenance service. One of the lobby compressors recently went out and we brought in a new firm and found a number of issues which are being repaired, in excess of $15,000.
If you have not seen the new shelving in the third floor prop/costume area, go take a look. This was a safety and organizational issue. Thanks to David Corban for his leadership on this project and Dot Auchmoody, Claire Skinner, Becky Troop, Jessica Walck, Mary Wallace and their group of volunteers who worked so hard to clean out the area, organize and return the necessary items. Thanks for discarding items we really didn’t need as I know how hard it is to throw anything away. The cost of this project was approximately $35,000.
A special thanks to Rob Soja for his daily cleaning effort of this 29,071 square foot building with its many rooms, restrooms, stairways, outside areas and public space. It is a never ending, out of sight effort but is essential for our quality service to patrons, volunteers and staff.
All of this costs money and we greatly appreciate our donors as their extra gifts pay for these items. The next time you come into the building, look around and consider how fortunate we are to have this treasure to work, volunteer and be entertained in.
BOX OFFICE: 239-263-7990 www.naplesplayers.org
Issue 127
by John F. Sorey III, Executive Director
Naples Players State of the Art Facility
Our 62nd Season Entertaining Southwest Florida
BackstageWith The Naples Players
November 12 – December 6Wed – Sat 8:00 p.m.; Sun 2:00 p.m. In Blackburn HallThis heartfelt musical tells the story of newly released parolee, Percy, who is ready to leave her past behind and look toward a future in the small town of Gilead, Wisconsin, a town where everyone knows your business.
A playground scuffle brings two sets of parents together to discuss how to resolve their sons’ behavior. What starts out as a concerted civilized conversation erupts into a primal war of words that is manically hilarious.
12 times awarded “Best Live Theatre”
John F. Sorey III
Upcoming Shows Message From The Executive Director
NOVEMBER – DECEMBER 2014
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:
by Yasmina Reza
ofGOD
Carnage
A Musical
& Mark Your Calendar
BOX OFFICE: 239-263-7990 www.naplesplayers.org
November – December 2014Volunteering Thoughts
Each year the Membership Committee reviews nominations for The Naples Players’ two most prestigious awards, the Unsung Member and the Life Member. The nominations may be made by anyone in the organization. Simply write a couple, or few, paragraphs to support your nomination and submit it to any member of the Membership Committee or to Becky Troop on or before November 10, 2014.
The Unsung Member award goes to “an unpaid individual whose sustained effort over the years has given countless hours of talent and originality to many productions aside from acting; who inspires new members to work and copy his/her goodwill and camaraderie; and is a member worthy of being remembered for years.”
The Life Member award goes to “a working member who has served a minimum of 10 continuous years; has recorded 2000+ volunteer hours; has participated in a variety of volunteer activities; is an advocate of TNP productions and activities; is willing to ‘pitch-in’ whenever needed, even on short notice; and has significantly contributed to the overall mission of The Naples Players.”
You probably can think of someone deserving these awards. Thanks for taking the time to compose a recommendation and submit it.
STAFFJohn F. Sorey III, Executive Director Dallas Dunnagan, Artistic Director
Craig Walck, Production Manager/Lighting Designer Bradley Van Houten, Sound Designer/Master Electrician
Mike Santos,Technical Director/Shop Supervisor Jessica Walck, Assistant to Artistic Director
Chase Lilienthal, Assistant Technical DirectorCole Butcher, Production Stage Manager
Dot Auchmoody, Costume Designer Mary Wallace, Costume Shop Supervisor
Becky Troop, Director of Volunteer Services
Pam Hanson, Bookkeeper Megan McCombs, KidzAct Director
Dolores Fetters, Administrative Assistant Lynn Cole, House Manager
CO-HEAD USHERS David Varisco, Beverly Rondeau
BOX OFFICE STAFFBarbara Harris, Box Office Mgr.
Ellen Gayle, Micki Gillespie, Natalie King, Merja McKenna , Helen Noble
BackstageOfficial Newsletter of The Naples Players
The Naples Players, 701 5th Avenue South Naples, FL 34102 • (239) 434-7340
Joel BanowDavid Corban
Sid DavisTamela Eady
David Elliott Rose Mary Everett
Mike ReagenJim Rideoutte
Robert SaltarelliDylan SandersTeresa Stohs
EVENTS ETC… READERS THEATREETC... Readers Theatre presents “Friends, Lovers, & Monkeying Around” Sunday, Nov. 2, 2014 at 7:30 pm. Reservation for Two by Lori Goodman, Words, Words, Words by David Ives, Mr. and Mrs. by Julie Marie Myatt, and Welcome to the Moon by John Patrick Shanley will be performed.
Friday and Saturday, Dec. 5 and 6, 2014 “An Evening of New Plays”Tickets for the staged readings in the Tobye Studio go on sale for $10 each at the Box Office starting 30 days in advance. Performance at 7:30.
THE NUTCRACKER GOES POP!: DECEMBER 12-13, 19-20 at 7 pmDECEMBER 14 & 21 at 2 pmFor the first time in Blackburn Hall, watch as over 100 local students sing and dance their way through this modern version of the beloved classic.
KidzAct Youth Theatre of The Naples Players Classes & Performances Call 434-7340, ext 10 or 39
Adult Workshops & Classes in Theatre Skills Call 434-7340, ext 10 or 14
Other Attractions
AUDITIONS
KIDZACT AUDITIONS:
RED: NOVEMBER 15 at 2 pm. Show Dates: Feb. 4 – Feb. 28 No appointment necessary.
OKLAHOMA!: DECEMBER 13 at 12 pm. Show Dates: March 4 - April 4 By appointment: 434-7340, ext. 10
Disney’s Jungle Book, Disney’s Mulan, Jr., and Twelfth Night: Jan. 3 at 12 pm By appointment: 434-7340, ext. 10
Disney’s High School Musical:Jan. 4 at 12 pm.By appointment: 434-7340, ext. 10
For more information regarding KidzAct call 239-434-7340, ext. 10 or 39
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