2015's NARNIA-a Roaring Success

Last summer's production ofNARNIA was enthusiasticallyperformed by a cast of dozens ofchildren and adults and supportedby a superstar crew and pit band.

As is always the case with WCTevents, dozens of volunteersdonated hours of expertise andenthusiasm to produce a top-notchperformance. Hundreds attendedthe shows at no cost!

We couldn't do it year after yearwithout you. Thank you!

Special thanks goes to the West PlatteSchool District for offering unfailingsupport through the use of itsPerforming Arts Center andsurrounding facilities since 2003.

Due to ongoing construction at theschool this summer, WCT will beunable to offer a summer musical, butwe will be back during the wintermonths and are already planning a bigshow for Summer 2017!

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V O L U M E 1 , I S S U E 1 APRIL 10WCT GALA

REPORTOur annual Gala Dinner Event was awonderful evening of fine wine, great food,talented entertainment, and strong supportfor everything WCT does for ourcommunity.

Many thanks to Eventful at Locust Grove,auctioneer Chris Hiatt, caterer Cheryl Hartell,Charles & J McGrigg for the table wine, andall who donated and bought auction items,and the many others who contributed tomake it such a memorable occasion.

Special thanks as well to Kansas CityRepertory Theatre's Nicole Marie Green andAndy Perkins for providing a fascinating andfun look at the art of auditioning.

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CONGRATULATIONSto our 2016 WestonCommunity Theatre

scholarship recipients:

Jayme Lowe &

McKenna Murdock

We are proud to supportthe future of the arts.

WHO: Kids ages 8 - 18

WHAT: Heart of AmericaShakespeare Festivaloffers this unique camp s fullof all things Shakespeare -to include a performance bycampers at the end of theweek.

WHEN: July 11 - 22Monday - Friday8:30 am - 3:30 pm

WHERE: Weston's United

Summer of Shakespeare

WCT is thrilled to hostCamp Shakespeare in Weston!

Methodist Church on MainStreet

WHY: WCT is committed to education and what better way tofully immerse in the wonder of theatre than with Shakespeare?

HOW/HOW MUCH:WCT is investing $3,300 to cover the tuition cost for 11 partici-pants; Camp Shakespeare is providing an additional four full-tuition scholarships (one complimentary tuition per family). No cost to first 15 registered. All others pay regular camp tuitionof $300. Register online athttps://www.kcshakes.org/page=education_summer_programs.

The Kansas City Repertory Theatre has been avery important supporter of WestonCommunity Theatre for many years. One ofour most exciting collaborations happened in2015 when the KC Rep presented workshopsto our participants right here in Weston.

Thespians of all ages enjoyed free masterclasses taught by instructors from the KC Rep.Topics included stage combat, auditions, andimprov.

This amazing experience was made possiblein part by a Platte County Parks andRecreation Outreach Grant.

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DOZENS ENJOY HIGH TEA AND SUPPORTTHE ARTS IN DOWNTON ABBEY STYLE

ROYALE TEA FUNDRAISER FOR THE ARTSSunday afternoon, April 24, was a regal day for the arts in Platte County. Weston CommunityTheatre and Platte City Friends of the Arts programs collaborated on a very special fundraiserevent at the beautiful venue Eighteen Ninety in Platte City.

House tours, live music, delicious tea and treats, and beautiful weather combined to make it anunforgettable event. Thank you to all who supported and attended!

The event resulted in new funds, new friends, better county-wide connections, and manywonderful memories.

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What's Next for WCT?Some things will never change:

our support of the local arts

our emphasis on reaching all ages

our commitment to producing quality shows

our goal to keep shows free to the community

our outreach and education

our collaboration with other local arts groups, our

schools, and our community at large

But we're always thinking ahead:

winter shows

different education opportunities

news ways to fundraise and collaborate

Looking for a coolway to spend some of your valuable time?

Come volunteer with WCT!You wouldn't believe howmuch goes on backstage.Can you help with planning,fundraising, the HauntedWalking Tour in October,publicity, costumes, setdesign and construction,

concessions, etc?CONTACT US today at wctshows@gmail.com.

We promise it'll be a treat!

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Why Membership MattersLocal theater is a vitally important partof a healthy community and Weston islucky to have a thriving, committedgroup dedicated to bringing the arts toall of us in meaningful ways. The Weston Community Theatrecould not exist without the support ofhundreds of people onstage,backstage, in the seats, andcontributing time and talent to ourmission throughout the year.

When you give to WCT you areunderwriting the ability of a child to

stand on stage and have a firsthandexperience of music and the arts. Youallow adults to pursue an interest thatresults in a gift to everyone who attends ashow. You foster new friendships andrelationships as we welcome participantsfrom beyond Weston's borders. Youencourage a mind-expanding event forall those who quietly attend the shows.You support education for all of us.

In short, you make our community betterin a way that is important for all of us.

Thank you!

Robert & Delores BakerBarbara GatschetDenise HarveyMary Jo HeidrickRegina HullRay & Edna KirkRobert O’NeillCharlotte MorelandAllen & Bonnie StewartMarie StutterheimJoe VanoverDarrell Willson

Lynell S. Haggard,Rumpled Nest LLCLightfoot FamilyRoger & Susan LindleyPete & Diane McCaffreyMcCormick CountryStoreMissouri Bluffs BoutiqueCathy MurdockKirk & Julie NelsonMary Jane NormanPaul Norman FamilyFred & Gretchen NuttVic PerrinDennis & Ann SaugstadRogers & Peg StricklandDan Verbeck & SylviaStuckyTouchwork of WestonMassage TherapyBill & Maureen VernonMargaret WilsonSuzanne & AlanZimmerman

Individual $25­$49

Spotlighter $50­$99

Jim BeezleyPat & Glenn BennerEd & Cathey BossertMike & Joyce BurchGregory & Holly CayerBrian & Kelly CoganGrace CoganHoward CollinsonJohn & Sandy DowdMike & Cheri EdwardsDorothy & Dick EmeryCarl & Kacey FellingDennis & Barb FulkBarbara GatschetBryan & Tamara IvyCoy, Kim & David KirbyFloyd & Connie LibertyMike & Ruth MarrEarl & Charlotte MillerChris & Cyndie NevenPlatte City Friends of theArtsJim & Rebecca RooneyEdd & Jan SpechtKyle, Joan, Mac & ToriStephensonSandy TaylorTed & Connie Wilson

Cast $100­$249

Bartee FamilyBeatniks Dance andTumbleMike & Cyndee BohatyDr. Brent & Laura(Juergens) DavidsonPat & Cathy EganJohn & Julie ElliotJeff & Janet ElseaSteve & Kay FolckJames & Velma Gardner

Chorus $250­$499

Bank of WestonJerry & Dorthi BlairDon & Susie HeadJudith JuergensLennie Medcalf & ClayBauskeJeff & Paula NelsonReece Nichols WestonBendPeg & RogersStricklandChris & Marsha WestWeston Rotary Club

Director $500­$999

Kiah HarrisDr. Phil & MaryPattison

Producer $1,000+ 

Bill & Francie Stoner

In Recognition ($2,000)

Verna Kowertz andMain Street Galleria forthe joint effort HauntedWalking Tour

Thank you!