ASU Gammage Inner Circle Magazine Volume 45

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I hope this magazine welcomes you into the new year with reminders of how powerful your contributions are. Last year, ASU Gammage was able to impact the lives of thousands and celebrate incredible stories through both the Broadway and Beyond series thanks to the support of donors like you.

With so many great shows and programs ahead of us, I want to give thanks for all that has been done. The floors of ASU Gammage received a much-needed renovation, the Journey Home program has been renewed and it goes without saying the Broadway season was launched with a powerful statement – a Proclamation declaring Oct. 14 SUFFS Day during opening night of SUFFS. I am so proud of the work ASU Gammage accomplishes with the support of its community.

Congratulations Colleen!

Because of you, 2026 will be a year full of even more impact. From creating first time experiences in the arts to lighting the stage to untold stories, ASU Gammage’s mission of Connecting Communities™ will continue paving pathways to accessible arts opportunities in Tempe.

Soon, it will be time to renew your gift to ASU Gammage as renewal packages will begin hitting homes. I hope you know that when you give to ASU Gammage you are giving to K-12 programs that have limited resources to arts education, incarcerated women finding their voice in new beginnings, ambitious college students looking to become the next leaders of industry and, of course, the magic of Broadway on the ASU Gammage stage. Without you, the work goes undone and falls short.

As you read this issue, be reminded of the life changing experiences you help facilitate. I know together we make a difference that simply cannot be described by any singular encounter our organization creates. May this year be the one we reach even just one more person with the work we do.

I look forward to seeing you soon!

Colleen Jennings-Roggensack ASU Vice President for Cultural Affairs and Executive Director of ASU Gammage

The Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) is proud to announce the APAP Honors 2026 awardees — visionary leaders whose dedication and impact have helped shape the performing arts field.

Congratulations Colleen on being honored with the 2026 Arts Champion Award!

WHAT’S INSIDE

Arizona premieres SUFFS at ASU Gammage, launching

EXECUTIVE EDITOR

Colleen Jennings-Roggensack

EDITOR IN CHIEF AND PROJECT MANAGER

Arianna Jones

MANAGING EDITOR Theresa Dickerson

EDITORIAL TEAM

K atelyn Aleksa, Kari Amarosso, Carly Castelan, Gabi Herder, Michelle Johnson, Megan Loponen, Peter Means, Tim Walling, Talia Williams

CONTRIBUTING

Alexis Alabado, Stacey Bailey, Theresa Dickerson, Mary Beth Faller, Hayley Levitt, Wendy Maddox, Sophie Pallissard, Talia Williams

GRAPHIC

THE NOTEBOOK made Ingrid Michaelson a Broadway composer

ASU Gammage Herberger Scholarship Awardees

Performances for Students

ASU Kerr

ASU Kerr and Old Town Theatre Company join forces for “Songs From Film,” A Musical Celebration of Cinema and Stage

ASU 365 Community Union

Meet the expanded ASU Gammage Development Team

New Roles, New Energy, and a Shared Commitment to Community

ASU Gammage is proud to celebrate three members of its Development team who are stepping into new roles; each bringing deep dedication, unique expertise, and a shared passion for advancing the performing arts in Arizona. Two familiar faces, Timothy Walling and Carly Castelan, have transitioned into elevated leadership positions, while the team also welcomes its newest member, Gabrielle Herder, as Development Specialist. Together, they represent the next chapter of growth, stewardship, and community impact at ASU Gammage.

Timothy Walling: A New Chapter as Assistant Director of Development

After nearly a decade at ASU Gammage, Timothy Walling enters a pivotal new role as Assistant Director of Development. His path began in group sales before he transitioned into development in early 2020 at the very moment theaters across the country closed. Rather than deter him, the shutdown gave him unexpected space to grow into the field.

“I learned this job during a pandemic,” Walling recalled. “All of our income was coming from philanthropy. It pushed me to ask questions, build relationships and understand our donors on a deeper level.”

Walling’s expanded role includes managing a larger donor portfolio and driving major fundraising priorities, including capital projects and cultural participation initiatives. From supporting essential capital upgrades to growing the programs that make the arts accessible to all, he will play a vital part in shaping the next phase of ASU Gammage’s impact.

Beyond fundraising metrics, Walling takes pride in fostering collaboration within the development team, crediting strong leadership and a culture of trust for their success. “We’re a close-knit team, and that inspires me to work harder,” he shared. “Collaboration is what makes us successful.”

With broad experience in arts administration and a long-term goal of becoming an executive director, Walling sees development as a way to connect passion with purpose. “It’s about listening, understanding what drives someone, and showing them the difference their support makes.”

Carly Castelan: From House Staff to Head of the Annual Fund

Carly Castelan’s ASU Gammage journey began in 2019 when she joined the House staff team, never imagining that it would lead her to directing one of the theater’s most influential philanthropic programs. After the pandemic, she returned as an

assistant house manager and later transitioned to full-time staff in 2023 as Development Specialist. Now, she proudly steps into her new role as Development Officer, Head of Annual Fund.

Castelan’s background in music therapy has shaped her relational approach to donor engagement. “Therapists learn how to talk to people and feel comfortable in difficult conversations,” she said. “That carries over into development in a powerful way.”

Today, she stewards unrestricted gifts that support Broadway performances, essential building upgrades, and cultural participation programs. Her personal commitment to making donors feel valued is evident— she has made it a goal to recognize VIP donors by name, creating meaningful moments of connection.

After helping ASU Gammage exceed its Annual Fund goal last year, Castelan is energized for what’s ahead. “From $1 to $1 million, every gift makes a difference,” she said. “You can’t put a price on the joy those experiences create.”

Gabrielle Herder: The Newest Face of Donor Stewardship

ASU Gammage also welcomes Gabrielle Herder as the team’s newest Development Specialist, a role that aligns with both her professional training and personal commitment to service. Herder is a 2023 ASU graduate whose ASU Gammage story began in 2022 as a student employee in concessions and later as an assistant event coordinator.

“ASU Gammage has always been such a welcoming and safe place,” she shared. “I’m grateful that I get to continue being part of that, just in a new way.”

Drawn to the relationship-building aspect of the work, Herder brings a warm, community-focused approach to supporting donor relations, managing documentation, assisting with gift processing, and welcoming patrons at events and in the VIP Lounge.

“No matter where I work, my goal is always to make someone’s day,” she said. “I want donors to feel seen when they walk in the door.”

Her journey reflects the power of mentorship and growth at ASU Gammage, a place where students can build meaningful careers in the arts.

The ASU Gammage Development team enters this season with renewed vision and momentum. Their collective experience, creativity and deep commitment to community ensures that every gift, no matter the size, helps shape the future of performing arts access, education, and excellence across Arizona.

Arizona premiere of SUFFS at ASU Gammage, launching the state’s America250 celebration

On October 14, ASU Gammage welcomed the Arizona premiere of SUFFS, the musical about the women who fought for the right to vote. The evening also marked the start of Arizona’s recognition of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary in 2026.

Next year marks 250 years since the founding of the United States. Arizona and ASU Gammage gathered early to honor this milestone with America250 AZ, bringing together community members, donors, government officials, and supporters of the arts for a special pre-show reception.

Arizona’s Proud Place in the Story

The themes of SUFFS resonated strongly in the theater. When Arizona became a state in 1912, women in Arizona gained the right to vote that same year. Arizona was the 10th state in the country where women had that right. During the performance, a moment featuring state flags drew an especially enthusiastic cheer when the Arizona flag appeared. The pride in the room was unmistakable.

Throughout the promenade, guests could spot purple and gold, two historic colors of the suffrage movement. Historical displays from the Arizona Capitol Museum and the Arizona State Library highlighted original documents tied to Arizona’s role in the fight for voting rights, including signatures from the 1912 suffrage campaign.

Program and Reflections

Arizona America250’s Laura Terech welcomed guests and spoke about the connection between history, civic engagement, and the arts. ASU Vice President for Cultural Affairs and Executive Director of ASU Gammage, Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, followed with remarks.

“SUFFS brings to life the fearless women who fought for the right to vote and changed our democracy,” she said. “As we look toward the 250th anniversary of our country, this reminds us that progress continues and that each of us has a role to play.”

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and Tempe Vice Mayor Doreen Garlid also shared reflections on community leadership and civic participation. Representatives from the Arizona Capitol Museum and the State Library spoke about preserving and sharing Arizona’s history with the public.

Arizona Secretary of State and Chair of the Arizona America250 Commission Adrian Fontes closed the reception with a toast of gratitude to partners and supporters shaping America250 programming statewide.

A Special Moment in the Theater

Before the performance began, Governor Katie Hobbs joined Colleen Jennings-Roggensack and touring cast member Monica Tulia Ramírez, who portrays Inez Milholland, onstage.

Governor

The audience cheered, united in the shared celebration.

Carrying the Story Forward

As the performance began, the message of SUFFS was clear. The work of progress continues. The women who marched before us left a legacy that calls each of us to stay engaged.

Opening night at ASU

Gammage honored the past and inspired reflection on the future, encouraging all of us to keep marching forward.

Hobbs then proclaimed October 14, 2025 as SUFFS Day in Arizona.

The 2026 Gammy

On Monday, March 2, 2026, ASU Gammage will host the 2026 Gammy and Jerry Awards. This annual dinner and celebration honors leaders whose work reflects the ASU Gammage mission of Connecting Communities™. For more than 60 years, ASU Gammage has believed in the power of the performing arts to bring people together, open conversation, and strengthen the ties that create community. That belief continues to guide our work on stage, in schools and in neighborhoods across Arizona.

The celebration takes place on the ASU Gammage stage, offering guests the chance to share a meal in one of the most iconic spaces in the state. The evening also includes the first announcement of the 2026–2027 Broadway season in Tempe. It is a night that blends reflection, excitement and purpose.

The Broadway League is the national trade association for the Broadway industry. Representing theater owners, operators, producers, presenters, general managers and a wide network of suppliers and creatives, the League serves as the unifying force behind Broadway’s artistic excellence and economic strength. Its leadership ensures that Broadway remains a powerful cultural, educational and community-building institution.

The League’s vision is rooted in the belief that Broadway is for everyone. Its programming serves a remarkable range of audiences: students encountering live theater for the first time, families exploring cultural experiences together, educators bringing arts into their classrooms, early-career professionals seeking mentorship and communities that have historically not had access to the arts. Through initiatives such as the Jimmy Awards®, Broadway Bridges®, Kids’ Night on Broadway® and numerous professional development opportunities, the League nurtures emerging talent and builds the pathways that sustain a vibrant and inclusive theater ecosystem.

The organization’s commitment to equity and representation has reshaped the national theater landscape. Initiatives including Black

2026 Gammy Winner The Broadway League

to Broadway, Viva Broadway and partnerships with educators across the country help ensure that the stories on stage and the artists who bring them to life reflect the full diversity of the communities they serve. By supporting a more equitable pipeline for creative, administrative and technical careers, the League strengthens both the present and the future of the American theater.

The League’s stewardship of the national touring Broadway market ensures that Broadway’s magic is experienced far beyond Times Square. By cultivating strong relationships with presenters and maintaining standards of production excellence, the League makes it possible for communities of all sizes to engage with world-class theater.

ASU Gammage’s longstanding partnership with the League stands as a testament to its role in bringing storytelling, connection and shared experience to audiences across Arizona.

Colleen Jennings-Roggensack reflected, “The Broadway League ensures that the joy and impact of Broadway are shared with communities everywhere, not just in New York but across the nation. Their leadership transforms lives, inspires artists and helps connect audiences to stories that reflect who we are and who we aspire to be.”

and Jerry Awards

2026 Jerry Winner

Jenny Norton and Bob Ramsey

Jenny Norton and Bob Ramsey are admired for their lifelong commitment to social justice, dignity and access. Their philanthropic leadership through the Ramsey Social Justice Foundation reflects a profound belief in the humanity and potential of every person.

Their philanthropy is rooted in supporting solutions that honor dignity, acknowledge trauma and promote long-term stability. Norton and Ramsey champion programs that provide permanent supportive housing, expand access to healthcare and behavioral health resources and offer educational and workforce pathways that strengthen opportunity and generational resilience. Their commitment is deeply personal. Their giving is built on human connection and on ensuring that people feel seen, heard, valued and supported.

“When I think of my personal heroes, I think of people who have pushed the world forward to be the best it can be. For more than 30 years, ASU Gammage has been brought to life by its mission of Connecting Communities™. From the very beginning, Jenny and Bob have embodied that mission. Long before becoming supporters of ASU Gammage, they were social justice warriors whose lives reflected the values we strive to

uphold,” said Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, ASU Vice President for Cultural Affairs and Executive Director of ASU Gammage. Through the Ramsey Social Justice Foundation, they advanced housing, healthcare, education and emergency medical services for vulnerable communities while giving voice and dignity to the unhoused, children, veterans, Indigenous peoples and many others. Their unwavering commitment to equity, compassion and community has inspired Arizona and beyond.

Since becoming champions of ASU Gammage, they have brought that vision to our work. They have infused social justice values into our programs, ensuring that the arts remain accessible to communities too often overlooked. Their support of Journey Home: Empowering Women Through the Arts has been transformative, offering incarcerated women opportunities for creative expression, emotional exploration and personal growth. They have supported programs that bring art where it is needed most and have fostered the development of new work such as Lemon Andersen’s When Aliens Fall From the Sky which amplifies immigrant voices. Their sponsorship of artist residencies brings worldclass creators directly to ASU students, inspiring the next generation of storytellers and leaders.

Colleen shared, “Jenny and Bob are catalysts for change. They challenge us to be bolder, to reach further and to ensure that the arts uplift those who need them most. Their leadership doesn’t just support our mission—it strengthens it.”

Their dedication reminds us that we are brave enough to imagine a more equitable world and to build community through the arts. Their partnership embodies the spirit of the Jerry Award through generosity, vision and unwavering commitment to driving social change.

A Night to Celebrate and Support the Arts

Table and sponsorship opportunities are now available. Reserve your table or learn more at asugammage.com/gammyandjerry.

Where art

meets access

How ASU Cultural Affairs is building a more connected Arizona

In an age where communities are seeking outlets to build connection ASU Cultural Affairs is proving that art can be the bridge that brings people together. Through programs that reach across generations, neighborhoods and even life circumstances, ASU Cultural Affairs is redefining what it means to connect communities one transformative experience at a time.

At the heart of this work is a simple but powerful belief: that everyone deserves access to the arts. From the stages of ASU Gammage and ASU Kerr to the vibrant programming at ASU 365 Community Union, ASU Cultural Affairs offers more than performances. Each event, residency and outreach initiative is designed to spark dialogue, deepen understanding and celebrate the many identities that make Arizona unique.

That sense of connection comes alive through initiatives like the Beyond series which honors cultures of different backgrounds and histories through dance, theater and music. Performances

such as “Voices of Valor” which celebrated the stories of Latino World War II veterans have moved audiences to tears and inspired students to see the arts as a platform for truth and healing. The Beyond series has reached thousands through free masterclasses, artist residencies and community collaborations, ensuring that the arts remain a shared experience, not a privilege.

ASU Cultural Affairs doesn’t stop at the stage. Through Cultural Participation programs, arts education in classrooms come together across the state. For many children, these programs represent their first visit to a college campus or their first live performance. The Disney Musicals in Schools program, for example, empowers teachers at underresourced schools to stage their own productions, giving students a chance to grow in confidence, creativity and community. These programs not only foster artistic talent — they nurture critical life skills like communication, empathy and teamwork.

ASU Cultural Affair’s commitment to connection extends to unexpected spaces too. The Journey Home initiative uses the arts to help women in incarceration process their experiences and imagine a future filled with possibility. Through creative expression, participants find a voice and more importantly a path forward.

In every program, ASU Cultural Affairs fulfills the university’s mission of inclusion and public value. The arts become a common language that unites students, families and neighbors from all walks of life.

When donors invest in ASU Cultural Affairs, they’re doing more than funding performances. They’re helping to build a more connected Arizona. One where creativity fuels understanding, where access fuels equity and where art continues to transform futures.

To learn more or support ASU Cultural Affairs, visit asuchangingfutures.org

returns to ASU Gammage with signature work

By Alexis Alabado

A picture is worth a thousand words, especially those created with paint brush and canvas. But what happens when those brushstrokes come alive?

Step Afrika! brings to life artist Jacob Lawrence’s paintings in upcoming performance THE MIGRATION: REFLECTIONS ON JACOB LAWRENCE. Inspired by Lawrence’s iconic 60-panel “The Migration Series” (1940-41), the production translates visual art into movement, transforming Lawrence’s static paintings into a live, rhythmic narrative onstage.

THE MIGRATION charts the story of African Americans journeying from early 1900s rural South to the industrial North to escape Jim Crow, racial oppression, and lynchings. Fusing body percussion, tap and contemporary dance with live gospel, jazz and blues, Step Afrika! uses uniquely American art forms to tell this American story.

“The stage becomes a canvas...part painted by Jacob Lawrence’s work, part painted by our movement,” said Jakari Sherman, director of THE MIGRATION. Initially conceptualized in 2011, the production marked a major shift for the award-winning dance company—it was their first time engaging deeply with narrative storytelling on this scale.

“As a company dedicated to the tradition of stepping, prior to delving into this piece we tended to represent the joy,

MIGRATION

beauty and strength of the African American experience through the history of Black Greek fraternities and sororities,” Sherman explained. “The show starts with forced migration—so to intentionally place ourselves in an oppressive environment and tell that story was a challenge.”

Even so, Sherman noted that the more research that was done on Lawrence’s work, the more it felt as though he called upon them to go deeper into their own artistry as dancers and choreographers.

Mfoniso Akpan, artistic director of Step Afrika!, was a dancer in the company in 2011 and performed in THE MIGRATION. For both Sherman and Akpan, they first encountered Lawrence’s work on a superficial level as part of a larger African American visual arts tradition, but only later fully grasped his intention and precision.

“It transformed me as an artist to think about telling a story in this particular way,” Akpan said. “I thought about the characters being depicted, how the colors were laid out, what was it Lawrence was trying to say. We may have been brought to the Americas through forced migration, but through our own resilience, innovation, storytelling, intelligence, and art, we have survived, we have thrived, and we will continue to do so.”

When it came to translating Lawrence’s landmark collection of paintings to the stage, Sherman crafted a multi-sensory experience to present his work in a shared artistic space. The production incorporates Lawrence’s art through projections and a vibrant stage design that turns the stage into a breathing painting. Lighting, costumes, and music play critical roles in animating the color and emotion of the original work.

“Sometimes you see the full paintings, and sometimes we deconstruct them and use them in more abstract ways,” Sherman said. “There are a lot of elements and motifs that Lawrence uses in his work that we represent on the stage visually, and so it creates a backdrop for us to move outside of and within. All of the elements connect to one another beautifully, like a seamless painting.”

There are several character vignettes woven throughout the show, and Sherman describes the interaction with these people as if they are “jumping off the canvas” and having their stories come alive for a 21st century audience. In one visually and emotionally powerful section, a funeral procession has the dancers and audience members alike caught in a wave of grief. In another, the washer woman—a character rooted in strength and a direct embodiment of a Lawrence panel titled “My Man’s Gone Now”—symbolizes the endurance and central role of Black women during migration.

“I think as we’ve toured this production all these years now, audiences have found their own connection to the stories showcased,” Sherman said. “There’s a certain amount of universality that comes when you are detailed about a particular history. Audiences have found that and have connected with it in different ways.”

“Nearly everybody has a migration story in America,” Akpan added. “Unless you are native to the land, there was some movement for you to get to this land. What does that look like for you in 2025? There’s a reclamation of our stories and of our bodies that runs throughout the work.”

For those that saw Step Afrika!’s DRUMFOLK performance in 2022, THE MIGRATION offers

a meditation and carefully curated history lesson on the African diaspora. The return of Step Afrika! for this not-to-bemissed performance reflects a commitment to presenting art that educates and uplifts.

“We can’t tell it all,” Sherman said. “But we can inspire people to want to know more.”

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From floor to ceiling,

ASU Gammage facelift welcomes audiences back

Donors step up for floor refurbishing, new HVAC and electrical systems in time for 2025–26 Broadway season

Original article by Mary Beth Faller on ASU News

Carefully wrap a seat in protective plastic. Three thousand times.

Scrape layers and layers of paint and epoxy off the floor. By hand. Move onto the next row and do it again.

Weeks of painstaking labor has resulted in a facelift for the interior of ASU Gammage, just as crowds returned for the start of the new Broadway season.

The work included stripping and refinishing the floor, upgrading the electrical system, replacing the HVAC system and removing the old orchestra shell. It was the biggest renovation since 2017, when two elevators and 88 women’s bathroom stalls were added.

ASU Gammage, a crown jewel of the entire state, marked its 60th anniversary one year ago.

Colleen Jennings-Roggensack, Executive Director of ASU Gammage, said that Frank Lloyd Wright did not design

ASU Gammage to have anything replaced.

“And in fact, he actually said that the buildings he built should fall down after 50 years. And I was like, ‘No, not this one.’”

The work started when the previous Broadway season ended, on Aug. 3.

“We went all the way through Moulin Rouge and then boom, the minute we closed the doors, we had 12 different construction companies coming in, so it meant they worked around the clock,” said Jennings-Roggensack, who is also the vice president for Cultural Affairs at ASU.

The construction was a symphony in logistics and Terri Cranmer was the conductor.

“ASU Gammage never goes down for this long,” said Cranmer, the Director of Facilities at ASU Cultural Affairs.

“We’re replacing four very large HVAC units in the building and they said they absolutely, positively needed at least eight weeks. So if we’re going down for eight weeks to do HVAC, well we’re also going to redo the floor. And a couple railings needed to be welded. And we needed to do some touch-up painting.”

Cranmer, who worked with ASU Facilities Development and Management, gathered all the contractors to coordinate before work began.

“We have different entrances for different contractors and they’re working different hours, but that way we can monitor that the correct personal protection equipment is coming into the building.

“And these contractors have just been fabulous helping each other out. They move vehicles to accommodate the latest thing that needs to come in. And it’s been the most complicated but the most seamless project I’ve ever worked on.”

The floor of ASU Gammage was a stratified history of the past six decades.

“Initially it was colored cement, and then they polished it and then sealed it,” Cranmer said.

“And then they didn’t like the color so they painted it. And they didn’t like that color, so they painted it again. And they didn’t like the fact that the paint was wearing off. So then they epoxied it. And then as the epoxy started to wear, they put more paint on top of it.”

The floor-stripping company was Southwest Surface Blasting but their method was the opposite.

The workers crawled around the floor using hand grinders to strip away the layers, row by row, down to the original cement. That required a special power and filtration setup and, because the HVAC was being replaced, at times there was no air conditioning.

Then the floor got a layer of epoxy with colored chips and glow-in-the-dark row numbers to make it easier for guests.

A major issue in Gammage’s renovation was the lack of electrical outlets, a leftover from its 1964 design. The ticket office frequently blew circuits until a dedicated breaker box was added. The 80-ton orchestra shell also failed and had to be dismantled and removed. A fundraising effort is underway to replace it with a more manageable shell.

ASU Gammage donors have been instrumental, covering about half the renovation costs. JenningsRoggensack said ASU prioritizes its buildings because they support the patrons and students who use them. Many donors have even visited to see their contributions at work. Cranmer said people

often share personal memories of Gammage, showing how deeply it’s woven into the community

Next on the renovation list is restoring Gammage’s distinctive “pink birthday cake” exterior. The rose-quartz finish isn’t paint or stucco, and only a few artisans can repair it. JenningsRoggensack is confident the community will support the effort.

“Gammage is what people bring to it — their curiosity, joy, wonder, and love for the arts,” she said.

Thank you to the major flooring sponsors: The Kemper and Ethel Marley Foundation, Bill and Susan Ahearn and the Abbett Family Foundation.

To support and learn how you can support projects like this please visit asugammage.com/ supportcapitalprojects

New immersive production brings younger generations into the world of theater

A TEEN ODYSSEY breaks tradition and puts teenagers at the forefront of their messaging.

For years, classical theater productions have set the standard for what musicals and plays are supposed to look like. A TEEN ODYSSEY, a production coming to ASU Gammage beginning February 27, challenges the ideologies of traditional theater and the audiences it is intended to serve.

Jenny Vila, the creative producer and lighting designer of A TEEN ODYSSEY, recalls a time when she was a teenager, where seeing a classical piece of theater was

“the most boring thing” because the show was not catered to a younger audience. Today, Vila and the rest of the production crew are changing this narrative and ensuring that younger generations can relate to the content shown on professional stages.

The development process for this show centered around human connection involved consulting 17 teens over a threemonth time period. Vila said that their insight was imperative to the creation of the show.

“We wanted their voices to be really present and be really part of the conversation,” Vila said. “It was about them and for them.”

The show itself is an immersive theater experience that follows a young woman in her 20s and an older man in his 60s as they and the audience explore themes of connection and identity. The production encourages audiences to reflect on their experiences with adolescence and invites them to bridge the gap left between generations.

During the actual production, audience members are required to use their cell phones to watch and interact with the show. In one of the early moments of the production, viewers follow instructions on their phones that divide them by generation (i.e. Boomers, Gen Z, Gen X). However, after receiving different question prompts, the audience are then regrouped based on their answers, not by their age.

“It’s a really beautiful moment in the show because you get this intergenerational connection,” Vila said.

By involving the use of technology in a production centered around breaking generational divide, Vila hopes that A TEEN ODYSSEY invites a new era of teenagers and young adults to experience theater that they can relate to. She says that bringing in younger audiences into the world of theatre is crucial to its survival.

“We wanted their voices to be really present and be really part of the conversation,” Vila said. “It was about them and for them.”

—JENNY

“They're the audiences of the future,” Vila said. “If we want to keep on doing theatre and for the arts to be alive, they need to be able to access work that they can connect to.”

As the next generation of youth begin their journey with the arts, Vila strongly believes that connecting with young people through theatre will support them as they grow.

“I think it's very important to navigate and to offer experiences that [young people] can relate to and then they can venture out to things that they might not have necessarily thought that were for them,” Vila said.

Catch A TEEN ODYSSEY at ASU Gammage from Feb. 27-28. Tickets are available at asugammage.com/ teenodyssey

The Notebook made Ingrid Michaelson a Broadway composer, and she’s ready for ‘more and more and more and more and more’

by Hayley Levitt previously published in Broadway Buzz on Broadway.com

“Broadway composer” may be a new job title for Ingrid Michaelson, but The Notebook is not giving the chart-topping singer-songwriter her Broadway debut. Michaelson reached that milestone seven years ago when she spent a month singing “Sonya Alone,” Dave Malloy’s sultry ode to female friendship, in Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 at the Imperial Theatre. Even then, she considered it more a homecoming than a detour, her original plans for a career in theater derailed by an ecosystem of power belting. Fortunately for her, it was a rare opportunity to crack open the Broadway door with a showcase of the same subtlety and quiet introspection that fostered her devoted fan base as a solo artist.

Right around that time, Michaelson started to tease her next stage project—a musical she would compose herself. And if it faithfully

carried her creative thumbprint, it promised to be a score with melodies that are simple yet thoughtful, paired with lyrics that are sentimental but highly allergic to cliché: enter The Notebook. Now on the other side of her debut musical, and already tearing up at the thought, Michaelson invited Broadway.com Editorin-Chief Paul Wontorek for The Broadway Show into her home for a retrospective on her transition from solo artist to theatrical collaborator. Or as she calls, it, “my favorite thing that I’ve done.” Watch the extended interview and read excerpts from their piano-side conversation below.

All We Can Do Is Keep...Writing

“When I met with Kevin McCollum, one of the producers, he looked at me and he said, ‘The Notebook.’

That’s kind of how this whole story started. And I thought, ‘I’m such a romantic, it’s so in all of

my music, I’m made for this.’ So I wrote song after song after song. At one point [McCollum] was like, ‘Well, you’re the only one on the list right now.’ And I was like, ‘The list? Why is there a list?’ As far as I know, there never ended up being anybody else on the list because I said, ‘I’m just gonna keep writing songs.’ And I did.”

Love Is Wherever You Are

“We had to take it and make it our own. To use a sort of a microexample, in the movie, Allie says, ‘If you paint the shutters blue and if you put on a porch, and if you do this, then I’ll live with you.’ In our version, our Noah already has this vision of this house he wants. So it gives him a little bit of agency. We really wanted to give both the characters a life without the other person. We need them to really feel like they have to be with each other, but they’re also living beings that have their own thoughts and

their own minds and their own plans. And so we liked giving our younger Noah this vision. Then it was like, ‘…and do you wanna join me? Because if you joined me in this life, oh my God, would that be the most magical experience.’”

To Begin Again

“We were deep into previews. We were just doing buttons and finishing motifs and underscoring. And then my directors—Michael Greif and Schele Williams—they came to me and they were like, ‘We think this underscore should actually be a song.’ So I came here during the Super Bowl and I had my volume low to not disturb anybody watching the game. But I did miss the halftime show because of it. I didn’t expect to have that gift of being able to write another song for these characters that I just have so fallen in love with. And so that was really exciting for me to be able to sort of peek under the hood again and revisit that part of everything.”

You and I

of reinvigorated this love that I had for it. There’s something that feels like home about theater that I wasn’t getting in the singersongwriter pop world. That sense of community. I’m just one small piece of this large, beautiful machine. It’s theater, and it’s magic, and it’s wonderful.”

Don’t miss THE NOTEBOOK playing at ASU Gammage from April 7–12, 2026. Get tickets at asugammage.com/thenotebook

“I don’t like sticking out. Because in my Ingrid Michaelson singersongwriter career, it’s Ingrid Michaelson up in the front. There’s something about being a cog in a wonderful machine. I love the collaboration. I love the assignments of being told, ‘Can you write something for this? How about trying to get us from here to here?’ I just love being part of that whole process. It’s unlike anything I’ve ever done before, and it’s my favorite thing that I’ve done. I just wanna do more and more and more and more and more.”

Leave The Light On

“I think my mom and my dad passing—anybody who’s experienced that kind of loss knows the DNA shift. That coupled with just getting older—I just didn’t wanna do the same thing anymore. I missed theater and the person in my life [actor Will Chase] was on Broadway and I got to go backstage and it sort

ASU Gammage Herberger Scholarship Awardees

Each year, ASU Gammage works directly with the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts to award two outstanding students for the ASU Gammage Herberger Scholarship in the fields of theater and/or dance. The scholarship allows the recipients to receive mentoring and career opportunities with ASU Gammage staff and touring Broadway and/or Beyond company members.

Johann Choi

Giana Garcia

Giana Garcia is a dance education student at Arizona State University and also is taking classes at Rio Salado College to start her psychology degree. She has been dancing for 6 years with her main style being hip hop. Her life goals are to one day teach dance in a studio and open her own office where she will practice dance and music therapy. When she is not on stage, she also works in production (or behind-thescenes in production) for ASU’s dance and theater shows. She has maintained straight A’s for the past three years which contributes to her 4.0 GPA. Some fun facts about her is she loves great danes and her favorite colors are blue and black.

Johann Choi is an MFA in Theatre (Dramatic Writing) student at Arizona State University. He is a published writer of both academic and popular works, including short stories in two graphic novel anthologies published by The New Press. After earning a PhD in Religion at Emory University, Johann joined the U.S. Air Force. There he sustained an injury that led to his subsequent medical retirement, forcing him to consider different career paths. Accidentally, he came across a book on playwriting one day that inspired a return to writing and served as a catalyst to pursue continued education at ASU. Johann is a native of Seoul, South Korea, and happily calls Arizona his home today.

ASU Gammage Herberger Scholarships are made possible thanks to: Krueger Family Endowment for ASU Gammage Scholarship

Robert L. and Tamara S. Scrivner Scholarship for Theater and Dance

Performances for Students

a joyful morning with Jarabe Mexicano

It may have been a rainy morning on November 19, but inside ASU Gammage the theater was glowing with holiday lights and buzzing with excitement as students poured in for Performances for Students.

The moment you stepped inside, the atmosphere shifted from grey skies to pure anticipation.

Michael Reed, ASU Gammage’s Senior Director of Programs and Organizational Initiatives, stepped onto the stage to greet the crowd.

“How is everyone doing?” he asked.

A quiet “good” rolled back.

He grinned and repeated, “I said, how is everybody doing?”

This time the students roared, filling the theater with the kind of enthusiasm that sets the tone for an unforgettable morning.

Michael shared that ASU Gammage’s Performances for Students program has been going strong for 25 years, offering young people access to exceptional artists and live performance.

“Give yourselves a big round of applause,” he told them. “We have

500 of you here today, including your teachers, and we are joined by our partners at Act One and the Act One Foundation. We are grateful for their support.”

The audience was not limited to those in the theater. Another 1,900 students tuned in via livestream from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Glendale, Peoria, Avondale, Maricopa, Casa Grande, Marana and Tucson.

As soon as Jarabe Mexico took the stage, holiday cheer filled the room. They opened with a lively rendition of “Run, Run Rudolph,” instantly getting students clapping, dancing in their seats and grinning at each other in that way kids do when they know something fun is about to happen.

The band shared that they would be performing in both English and Spanish, just as they grew up hearing music. Cheers erupted when they announced their next song, “Rockin Around the Christmas Tree.” Students clapped along as the band moved seamlessly into “Jingle Bell Rock,” pausing to let the audience shout, “to go riding in a one horse sleigh.”

Between songs, the musicians spoke about their cultural roots, the Mexican history behind polka and how musical traditions travel, blend and evolve. They moved into a Ranchero Bolero medley featuring “White Christmas” and “Blue Christmas” and discussed the importance of making art your own.

“Are there any singers here? Any dancers? Any artists?” they asked. Hands shot up all around the room. Others waved when asked if they simply loved shows and big productions. The band shared stories of the educators who shaped them and encouraged students to explore creativity, join choir or band and stay committed to practice.

“If you are an artist, go for it,” they said. “And if you are a teacher, thank you. You make a difference.”

Later, they introduced “Año Nuevo,” a New Year tradition in parts of South America and Colombia that celebrates gratitude for the year behind and hope for the one ahead. Its warm rhythm filled the theater. They continued with the classic Bing Crosby and David Bowie duet “Little Drummer Boy Peace on Earth,” weaving in Spanish verses to enthusiastic applause. “Please Come Home for Christmas” followed, bringing a moving mix of joy and nostalgia.

The morning ended with an engaging question and answer session. Students asked everything from how old the

musicians were when they started playing, with answers ranging from seven to twelve, to how long it takes to hit high notes. One musician joked, “I cannot sing like Mariah Carey.” They talked about stage fright, practice routines, favorite Christmas songs and their pride in celebrating ten years together as a band. The conversation captured the heart of the program, curiosity, inspiration and the reminder that the arts are for everyone.

As the final applause settled, the impact of the morning was clear, not just in the music but in the excitement on the students faces and the hands that kept rising with questions.

These Performances for Students are made possible because of the generosity of the genorisity of ASU Gammage donors. Your support opens the doors of ASU Gammage to thousands of young people each year and helps build the next generation of creators, thinkers and performers.

If you would like to learn more about how you can support these programs, please call 480-9655085 or visit asugammage. com/performancesforstudents.

And if you know a teacher or school that would enjoy joining us, please spread the word. We would love to welcome them.

Step Afrika! Jan. 22, 2026

The Molly Blank Fund Performances for Students is sponsored by The Molly Blank Fund, APS, SRP, The Seiden Family Endowment and Target. Streaming services provided by the Abbett Family Foundation.

The season continues!

Step Afrika! blends percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities; traditional African dances; and an array of contemporary dance and art forms into a cohesive, compelling artistic experience. Performances integrate songs, storytelling, humor and audience participation. The blend of technique, agility, and pure energy makes each performance unique.

Nai Ni Chen Dance Company March 31, 2026

“Red Firecrackers” – a spectacular production of dazzling props, colorful costumes, mesmerizing music, fantastic acrobatics, and lively dance by top-notch performers telling the story of the origin of the Chinese Lunar New Year. In this legend, a group of villagers, working, dancing, and praying together, defeated a terrifying monster of the ages. A heartwarming story highlights the intrinsic value of coming together, courage, hard work, and ingenuity.

ASU Kerr and

Old Town Theatre

Company join forces for “Songs From Film,” A Musical Celebration of Cinema and Stage

In January 2026, the historic ASU Kerr will ring with the sounds of Hollywood and Broadway as it partners with Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company to present “Songs From Film: a musical revue.” This new collaboration brings together two organizations deeply committed to community and creativity.

“Songs From Film” is a tribute to the enduring relationship between stage and screen. The production re-imagines familiar and beloved songs from classic movie musicals and celebrated films, presenting them in bold, energetic ways. Audiences will rediscover timeless melodies and cinematic moments, interpreted with fresh performer personality, emotion and artistry. The goal, says director Mike Arseneault, is “to entertain, provoke, educate, inspire and move audiences through creative reinterpretation.”

This intimate cabaret features an exceptional lineup of Arizona’s top local talent, including 2025 ariZoni Theatre Award winners Taylor Underwood, Devin Baheshone,

and Chris Gamble, joined by gifted performers Shelby Hanks, Mars Ungor, Liana Harper Cruz, Mara Chiles, Grant West and more.

Musical direction is provided by Thomas Hartwell, who leads a live ensemble of top Valley musicians on grand piano, violin, drums and guitar. The experience will be enhanced by dynamic multimedia visuals, surrounding audiences in the world of the cinematic and stage works that inspired these songs.

Performances will take place January 15-18 at ASU Kerr. Get tickets at asukerr.com.

Performance dates

Thursday, Jan. 15 at 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 17 at 2 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 17 at 7 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 18 at 2 p.m.

Scottsdale Old Town Theatre Company (SOTTC), produced by RecreateNow LLC, is a volunteer-driven community theater group dedicated to creating fresh theater, work that reinvigorates beloved classics and connects audiences to the emotional core of storytelling. ASU Kerr and SOTTC share a commitment to honoring tradition while pushing innovation.

A gridiron golf tradition at Mountain America Stadium

By Talia Williams

Golf has remained largely unchanged for centuries. You pick up a club and hit a ball into a hole in the ground. What makes it special is the player’s talent, the quality of their clubs, and the challenge of the course. But now, imagine golf reimagined in a way you have never seen before. That is where Sparky’s Fairway changes the scene.

Sparky’s Fairway is a one-of-a-kind golf experience inside Mountain America Stadium, Home of the ASU Sun Devils, created and produced by ASU 365 Community Union (365CU). 365CU manages all nonathletic events at the stadium, with a mission to open the venue to the community year round. The venue is now entering its third year of Sparky’s Fairway, inviting guests to tee off and hit golf balls across Frank Kush Field.

Henry Terrazas, director of ASU 365 Community Union, shared that Sparky’s Fairway originated from a brainstorming session about four years ago. The team wanted an event that celebrated ASU tradition while offering the Valley a fresh and exciting way to experience the stadium. Since the mission is to activate the stadium 365 days a year, Sparky’s Fairway quickly became a marquee

example of how the team brings large scale ideas to life. With Terrazas’ operations expertise, the skilled ASU Grounds Crew, and the fully in house production, marketing, and operations teams, the event aligned naturally with their vision. As Terrazas emphasized, “No one showcases Sun Devil spirit the way we can,” which gives them a distinctive advantage compared to Topgolf and other social golf concepts.

Behind the scenes, the process is far more complex than guests might imagine. Every program begins with a detailed proposal outlining the event’s potential, budget, financials, and mission alignment. The proposal is reviewed through the ASU Cultural Affairs office, where key questions arise: Do we have the resources to execute this? Does it fit our vision? Fortunately, 365CU already manages large events such as Convocation and InfernoFest, giving the team the experience needed to navigate many of the staging elements required for Sparky’s Fairway. Three rows of bleachers are removed, and the golf bays are built over them. Even with existing expertise, the process remains extensive and requires structural permits, ADA compliance, and fire marshal

inspections. Terrazas noted that coordinating an event that had never been done before and working with so many stakeholders made this one of the most challenging projects of his career.

As Sparky’s Fairway continues to grow, guests can look forward to enhancements that take the experience to the next level. This year introduces an exciting new Golf Co. Party Deck, offering individuals and corporate groups the chance to reserve private bays and host unforgettable celebrations overlooking the field. Food and beverage options have also expanded, with elevated offerings inspired by guest feedback and a commitment to continual improvement. Sparky’s Fairway is quickly becoming one of the Valley’s most anticipated seasonal attractions, aiming to establish itself as a must-do tradition for friends, families, and golf enthusiasts alike. Whether you are planning a night out, entertaining clients, or creating new memories, Sparky’s Fairway delivers a signature Sun Devil experience attendees will want to return to year after year.

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