Showtime! 2026

MAY 8–10, 2026

First

MESSAGE FROM THE ARTISTIC & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

WHAT WERE YOU DOING 10 YEARS AGO TODAY? I was sitting right here in this very theater witnessing my first Showtime, learning the ins-and-outs from outgoing artistic directors, Susan and Allen Pote. While I didn’t officially take the reins of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus until June of 2016, this weekend was a formative opportunity for me to see PCC from the inside, assess its strengths, and discern its potential. Now, a decade later, I am so blessed and humbled by all this organization has provided—a family, a community, and so much more. This is what PCC is all about, and on that note, I am pleased to welcome you to the final concert of the 36th season of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus.

Ten years ago, the earliest opportunity to enroll in PCC’s choirs was third grade, meaning this year’s graduating class is the first that I can truly call “my own.” It has been a privilege watching our 10-year members (and a few others picked up along the way) grow out of their red jumpers and vests into incredible leaders with many different future uniforms— some with teacher clothes, others in performance attire, and even some with hard hats ready to create the next big thing. It is a joy every season to celebrate our graduates and wish them well as they embark on their next chapter.

I’ve made many decisions over the years—some good, some bad. But one of the very best was hiring Juliana Child to serve as PCC’s first Assistant Artistic Director. She has made an unmistakable mark on the lives of countless singers and our organization during her 7-year tenure. She is a remarkable musician, teacher, and person, and I am so excited to watch her career and future opportunities blossom.

Beloved as she is, Ms. Child is a hard person to replace. Luckily, her work and the combined efforts of our entire team garnered nationwide interest. After considering nearly 30 applicants, I’m pleased to share that Erin Dixon, a veteran Virginia educator who just earned a Master’s degree in choral conducting at Louisiana State University, will join our team as Assistant Artistic Director in July.

Change, no matter its form, is undeniably hard. Even so, those of us at the Pensacola Children’s Chorus are deeply grateful and fortunate for a wonderful community of supporters who make transition and newness a little less difficult.

 Alex & his wife, Kirstin, at Ovation

 Alex & his son Max

To all of you who have supported us—parent, caregiver, sponsor, patron, and advocate alike—you give us strength and encouragement. We could not do this without you, and we thank you.

PCC concerts are undeniably something special. Today’s Showtime is no exception. It is a culmination of months of hard work by some of our community’s most talented young people. Make no mistake—today is a representation of what children are capable of achieving. The investment you’ve made through your presence is not lost on us. You are empowering something truly remarkable.

And now, on with the show!

Alex Gartner Artistic & Executive Director

Special

MEET THE PENSACOLA CHILDREN’S CHORUS

1990

Susan and Allen Pote establish the Pensacola Symphony Children’s Chorus.

1992 The first Showtime performance was held at First Presbyterian Church.

1993 Choirs were restructured to form Festival (grades 4–5), Concert (6–8), and Ensemble, a select group formed from the ranks of Concert.

1994 1995 The Pensacola Children’s Chorus was officially established as an independent, not-for-profit organization.

The first Christmas on the Coast was held at the Saenger. Young Singers was established for high school-aged singers.

1997 PCC moved into its present home in the Margaret Moore Nickelsen Center on the campus of First Presbyterian Church in downtown Pensacola.

1998 PCC appeared on a national telecast of the Hour of Power at the Crystal Cathedral in California.

2000 Singers embarked on their first international tour to Europe. Choristers (grade 3) and Echo (grades 9–12) were added to PCC’s roster.

2001 The first concert that has been known as The Angels Sing, In Sacred Song, and One World, Many Voices were held.

2002 PCC performed in the East Room of the White House.

2004 Hurricane Ivan decimated Pensacola. PCC responded to the crisis with a performance of We Will Be a Shelter for Each Other, written by Allen Pote.

2005 Regular summer programs began.

2010 PCC celebrated its 20th Anniversary and welcomed many notable alumni, including Ashley Brown, Will Hedgecock, Katy Mixon, Brandi Russell, Abigail Spencer, and Hanan Tarabay.

2015 Susan and Allen Pote announced their retirement at the end of the 2015–2016 season, completing a tenure of 26 years.

2016 Alex Gartner, a native of Cincinnati, OH, was selected as the next Artistic Director after a national search.

Susan and Allen Pote were honored by the establishment of an endowment fund in their name.

2017 The Ambassador Choir was established to meet the growing demand for PCC’s participation in community events.

2019 Preparatory (grades 1–2) was added to the PCC roster. High school choirs were reorganized to include Choraliers (treble voices) and Chorale (changed voices).

2022 PCC made its debut at Carnegie Hall in New York City.

2023 A nearly $500K investment was secured from the Escambia Children’s Trust to provide tuition-free membership to at-risk youth in Escambia County. Hauntcert debuted at the Pensacola Saenger Theatre.

2024 PCC presented a standalone concert for the American Choral Directors Association in Louisville, Kentucky.

2026 PCC presents a solo performance and headlines the National Youth Choir Festival at Carnegie Hall, both under the direction of Mr. Gartner and PCC faculty.

OUR STORY

Since its formal beginnings in 1990, the Pensacola Children’s Chorus has sought to inspire and transform the lives of young people through music and the performing arts. Under the leadership of founding artistic directors, Susan and Allen Pote, PCC was originally formed under the auspices of the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra and was called the Pensacola Symphony Children’s Chorus. With growing interest, PCC formally separated from the Symphony in 1994 and incorporated as an independent 501(c)3. Over time, PCC has grown to amass 9 resident ensembles, 3 neighborhood programs, 2 regional choirs, and a regular schedule of summer programming. Mounting over 40 performances each season, PCC reaches an annual audience of nearly 25,000 individuals.

PCC’s performance résumé is vast. A nascent concert similar to the Broadway-style musical revues mounted today began in early 1990s with the first Showtime . Held in the parish hall of First Presbyterian Church to a large crowd, it was clear that a move to a bigger venue was in order, and thus performances at PCC’s Saenger Theatre became a staple of the regular concert calendar. Soon after, the first Christmas on the Coast came to life in 1995 and has since been a beloved holiday tradition in Pensacola.

In 1997, operations moved into a permanent facility on the campus of First Presbyterian Church, a place it still calls home today.

In 2015, Susan and Allen Pote announced their plans to retire at the conclusion at of the 2015–2016 season after 26 years of leadership. The Board of Directors launched a national search and identified Alex Gartner, a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, to serve as the new Artistic Director.

Under Gartner’s leadership since 2016, PCC has evolved into a multi-program organization. The Resident Choir Program remains the flagship with 6 core ensembles and 3 elective ensembles reaching singers in Grades 1–12. These groups combine for the Mainstage Performance Series which includes Hauntcert , Christmas on the Coast , One World, Many Voices , and Showtime . These initiatives are flanked by Pensacola Sings, a network of ensembles rooted in communites who have historically lacked access to the arts; and Regional Initiatives, which include the Tri-City Children’s Choir (serving northern Escambia County) and the Atmore Area Youth Choir located across the state line in Alabama. Summer months are filled with Sing in the Summer , a multiweek series of camps rooted in foundational music and movement education.

PCC’s years of accomplishments and milestones are vast, yet none compare with the greatest of all: the thousands of young lives that have been radically transformed through music. At PCC, music is not simply a means of entertainment, it is a tool that is used to build critical skills that enable a child to be successful throughout their lives. Responsibility, teamwork, accountability, confidence, and empathy— these are the values which are embedded in every facet of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus. Together, they create a safe, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

SAENGER THEATRE INFORMATION

Photography & Videography

The use of video cameras, cell phone cameras, or recording equipment of any kind is strictly prohibited during performances. Unauthorized recordings are in breach of federal copyright law. You are welcome to take photos with your favorite performers before or after the performances. If you post to social media, be sure to use the hashtags #PCCSings or #Showtime! and tag @PensacolaChildrensChorus

General Conduct

To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for patrons, performers, staff, and volunteers alike, audience members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the standards of general conduct established by both the Saenger Theatre and Pensacola Children’s Chorus which apply to all ticketholders and theatre occupants. Copies of these policies can be viewed online at PensacolaSaenger.com and PensacolaSings.org, respectively (scan QR Codes below). Additionally, patrons are encouraged to monitor their personal health and be mindful of the well-being of others by removing themselves if they are experiencing severe cold or flu-like symptoms, especially if running a temperature of 100.4º or higher. For clarification or assistance, please find a Saenger or Children’s Chorus representative.

Security Policies

For all events at the Saenger Theatre, patrons must complete a bag search and security check. Oversized bags and outside food and beverages are not permitted. Umbrellas must fit within a personal item or they will be checked upon entry. Weapons of any kind, including concealed weapons with a permit, are prohibited.

Food & Beverage

Concessions are available for purchase in both the upstairs and downstairs lobbies. The Saenger Theatre is a cashless facility, so please have a credit card ready if you wish to purchase. Please be mindful while enjoying refreshments during the performance and unwrap/open any items before the performance begins. Please be especially careful when handling noisy snacks and plastic bottles to minimize any disturbances to fellow audience members.

Merchandise

You can continue to show support for the Pensacola Children’s Chorus by purchasing merchandise in the lobby. Spiritwear, water bottles, tote bags, and decals are available for purchase. And if you enjoyed today’s performance, you can place a preorder for a DVD.

Backstage Access

Only performers, staff, and scheduled volunteers are permitted in the backstage areas. Patrons, unscheduled volunteers, parents, and alumni are not allowed backstage at any time before, during, or after the performance. You are welcome to greet the performers on Intendencia Street at the conclusion of the concert.

Seating Policy

House doors will open 60 minutes prior to each performance. Please be mindful of downtown parking, weather, and security screening time as you make your way to the theater. Once the performance has started, latecomers will be seated at appropriate intervals as established by PCC and the Saenger staff. Viewing screens are located in the lower lobbies of the theater but do not provide audio feedback.

Palafox Construction Project

Palafox Street remains closed for significant infrastructure improvements. Please look for future communications from event hosts, such as PCC, along with official Saenger communications and TheNewPalafox.com to anticipate any accommodations for your future plans. During this time, please be sure to support your favorite Palafox storefronts and restaurants!

MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD PRESIDENT

GET READY FOR THE MOST DAZZLING PCC EVENT OF THE

YEAR! We are excited to present Showtime, a spectacular Broadway revue that serves as the grand finale of our 36th season. This beloved annual tradition will feature over 200 talented young vocalists, spanning first through twelfth grades, in an evening that showcases the artistry and dedication of our Resident Choir Program, delivering spectacular performances and unforgettable, heartfelt moments that epitomize the magic of PCC.

The highlight of our season is PCC’s much-anticipated return to Carnegie Hall on June 15. Our Artistic Director, Alex Gartner, will headline the Manhattan Concert Productions’ National Youth Choir, with PCC singers forming the core ensemble of this prestigious convocation of elite youth choirs from across the United States. In addition to headlining, Mr. Gartner was asked to compose a new choral work for the performance. PCC singers will present the official premiere of Mr. Gartner’s The Heart’s Remedy at Carnegie Hall. While on tour, the PCC singers will also experience two Broadway musicals and explore famous landmarks in the Big Apple!

As we round out our season, I would like to celebrate our incredible Assistant Artistic Director, Ms. Juliana Child. Since joining PCC in 2019, she has demonstrated incomparable leadership, pedagogical skill, and artistic versatility. Ms. Child ranks among the top musicians that I have known throughout my career. She is the kind of musician that I gravitate to because while she possesses extraordinary talent, she is even more humble, caring, and kind. Her gentle smile can light up a room.

I have treasured watching my own children, ages 9 and 11, grow as members of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus and with Ms. Child as members of the PCC Studio over the past five years. For any of you who have had the

privilege of hearing her sing, she will enchant you with her versatility and vulnerable, effortless approach to storytelling. Congratulations to Ms. Child as she begins the graduate study in vocal performance and pedagogy at The Pennsylvania State University in the fall.

“Because I knew you, I have been changed for good.” ~ Glinda “Everyone deserves a chance to fly!” ~ Elphaba

Sing in the Summer provides a vital opportunity for nearly 200 young individuals to explore and develop their talents in Choral, Dance, and Musical Theatre through our specialized camps. We invite your business to partner with us in this inspiring mission. Sponsorship opportunities are available at the $500 and $1,000 levels, offering your organization significant visibility. Help us ensure every child experiences a summer of profound growth and discovery. Join us in making a lasting difference.

The Pensacola Children’s Chorus wishes to express profound gratitude to all—sponsors, donors, volunteers, and concert attendees—who have supported our organization throughout the years. Your invaluable contributions are essential to fulfilling PCC’s mission and creating a lasting, positive impact on the lives of our area’s young people. As we celebrate the end of our 36th season, we invite everyone to partner with us to make this year our most transformative one yet!

Sheila Dunn, DM

President, Board of Directors, Pensacola Children’s Chorus

Professor of Voice, Dr. Grier Williams School of Music, University of West Florida

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Andrea & Todd Rosenbaum

Mary Clark Forshee

James Van Sickle

Fred Heckathorn & Bruce Dillon

Jennifer Fleming

Will Hedgecock

Ron & Emily Hedgecock

Magnolia Huffmaster &

Adeline Gill

Evelyn Huffmaster

Holly Jackson

Violet & Frank Sokolik

Marilyn Jackson

Donna Robertson

Gary Kase

Justina Khadaran

James Lane

Mellita Bruce

Linda Lauzon

Andre Lauzon

Maurice Lauzon & Donald Shasteen

Elizabeth Shasteen

Ashley Leigh

Kathy White

Alyx Levesque

Wendy Levesque

Phil & Louise Mazzara

Paula Reid

The McCort Family

Daniel McCort

Deborah Moss

Erin Finley

Sophia Palermo

Raj Mirchandani

Susan & Allen Pote

Marcia Lindstrom

Fenn Reeder

Carolyn Reeder

Shaw Robison

Vicki Baroco

Thom Rowell

Steven Hicke

Allison King Sams & Julia McMath Stewart

Mel Baars O’Malley

Barbara Tingey

Alaine Tingey

Bonnie Toney

Joe & Bev Kinego

Emma & Charlotte Zimmern

Patricia Spencer

Bill & Beverly Zimmern

Emilie Zoesch

Janice Orford Zoesch

Joyce & Victor Demarest

Bobbie Jeane McCormack

Sheila Child

Karen McCormack

Mary Renny

Ronald J. Shows

Wynnell Shows

Esther Pote Stump

Amy & Kyle Watson

Mary Teschel

Carol Parker

Richard Weis

Jack Gartner

Maureen Gartner

Nancy Drane Anonymous

MERIT AWARD & SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

MISSION IN MOTION

Our impact extends far beyond any concert stage.

While the mission of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus is musical in nature, our impact is more than just notes on a page or a moment in the spotlight. At PCC, music is used to transform the lives of our singers, enrich our community, and build a prosperous future.

Music builds character

When a child dedicates themselves to growing their musical and performance abilities, they learn valuable lessons along the way. At PCC, these include responsibility, teamwork, accountability, empathy, and confidence. Our programs inspire personal growth and social development which equip our singers with the agency to build their self-esteem, develop meaningful relationships, and act as positive contributors to our world.

Music creates connection

The best song is one that is shared with others. That’s why PCC offers 40+ performances each year, reaching an annual audience of over 25,000.

Music strengthens community

As a not-for-profit organization, PCC recognizes the importance of using music to support the Northwest Florida community. Much of this work is carried out by members of the Ambassador Choir, a group that is solely dedicated to partnering with local nonprofits and using music to highlight social issues.

Music invites gratitude

One of PCC’s most cherished traditions is celebrating the elders of our community, as well as honoring the sacrifices made by members of the United States Armed Forces. These intergenerational experiences create spaces where young and old co-exist

Public, private, and homeschool cohorts represented by current PCC singers

106

3,822

21,235

through a bond where music, service, and sacrifice hold common ground.

Music cultivates leadership

Children unlock their potential for leadership when they strive for excellence, refine their skills, and mature as individuals. The training they receive at PCC extends into other facets of their lives, including school. With nearly 80 public and private schools represented by our members, PCC’s influence on the arts ecosystem of Northwest Florida is amplified through our nearly 300 participants each year.

Performances and educational events last year

54 $75k

Dollars spent to ensure children with financial need found a home at PCC K-12 students who experienced a PCC performance or educational program

Audience members who experienced a PCC mainstage or community performance

CHOIR ROSTERS

Preparatory Grades 1–2

Evy Andzulis

Juniper Baggett

Poppy Barnes

Zoe Bell

Alex Berry

Elaura Blackburn

Ani Cheatham

Choristers Grade 3

Navi Alderman

Estela Arreola

Ethan Banawa

Hazel Beasley

Jayde Beasley

Blaire Brosnaham

Festival Grades 4–5

Emmie Adams

Ahna Alejandro

Ethan Andzulis

Emory Aughtman

Kamea Barron

Weston Berry

Lucas Bishop

Allie Boven

Taylyn Brannen

Annabelle Brewer

Zoe Cheatham

Gregory Coady

Molly Crawford

Emmy Cummings

Lilli Denne

Marin Dudney

Kemi Davis

Talia Dayse

Madeline Dixon

Lennox Drummond

Bella Fangman

Maya Gizowski

Ford Gunn

Sydney Cobb

Kylie Davis

Connery Drummond

Qora Echevarria

Malia Heygster

Willow Kudlacz

Daniella DuMond

Catherine Dunn

Robert Dunn

Ella Pearl Eve

Sadie Fain

Maren Fox

Emi Frenkel

Cecelia Garic

Emma Gibbs

Shelby Givens

Nohea Glenn

Ramona Gould

KJ Gupta

Kayleigh Hardin

Lillie Hermann

Mim Hill

Piper Hagwood

Brynnlee Hoekstra

Oaklyn Howell

Rose Lindemann

Ella Moeini

Adalyn Self

Zia Shahzad

Smith Skelton

Willa Strum

Jayden Walker

Charlie Wells

Hudson Zhang

Jake McWilliams

Lowell Murrell

Victoria Nelson

Sophia Palermo

Ruby Laine Schmiedebusch

Eli Scholl

Gabby Smith

Bree Stead

Mateo Toliver

Blaze Turner

Scarlett Wooten

Mei Houseknecht

Maggie Huffmaster

Ryleigh Jackson

Eli Jarrell

Karoline Kurek

Kinsley LangleyBuchanan

Stella Liscoe

Penny Long

Kinslie Malone

Louella Mead

Celine Moeini

Hadassah Mukthipudi

Amelia Newman

Harper Pabalan

Cora Payne

Dayla Redding

Stormie Riley

Jackson Rodriguez

Arwen Sartalamacchia

Cameron Schroth

Makenna Sherwin

Owen Smith

Gwendolynn SmythChandler

Axl Turner

Kate Vidal

Alia Wells

Jordan Williams

Payton Williams

Marley Williams

Lucy Wiltshire

Hensley Zielinski

Concert Grades 6–8

Jace Agostinelli

Marilyn Ball

Liv Barrow

Alexis Bernhardt 

Harper Brummet

Jai'Don Carter 

Ava Chambers

Ava Christensen + 

Grace Cipriano 

Tory Cipriano 

Charlette Coleman °

Lillian Crisher 

Emelyn Crosby

Jayden Cruz Orengo 

Teresa Dayse

Ella Dixon + 

Meredith Fendt + 

Lana Fernandez +

Roey Foreman 

Mary Clark Forshee

Zoe Gardner

Zane Gibson 

Xander Ginnetti + 

Holly Gunn + 

Robbie Gupta 

Young Singers Grades 9–12

Jose Alfaro 

Andrea Arias Pita 

Gabe Bailey * ° 

Carter Bowman ° 

Hudson Brown *

Zoey Brown

Lily Campbell *

Riley Chism *

Abigail Coleman * 

Ainsley Cramblet * 

Amelia Cruit *

Amethyst Davis * 

Addie Denson *

Cai Durbin

Vivi Fernandez *

Gabriel Flores * ° 

Emma Forsberg

Emma Frenke

Obie Gammon * °

Chloe Givens *

Hazel Glover

Brandi Grimes

Kai Hanson

Sydnie Hedtke *

Aleks Henderson

Hayleigh Hill * 

Kai Hill *

Bridget Holston * 

Patrick Higgins + 

Mia Jiménez +

Roan Johnson

Ashirah Kilmer +

Brooklyn Larson

Khali Liddell + 

Becca Lorge + 

Lexi Martin

Josh Matthews + 

Abby Moss-Livous 

Hollyn Myers

Isabella Neeley

Emmy Oaks + 

CHOIR ROSTERS

Presley Parks

Bradley Peacock +

Arden Poole +  °

Addison Pope

Ava Pope

Jade Powell 

Arhaam Raheem 

Dakota Remington +

Wyatt Remington +

Sophia Sabata + Ava Shead + 

Hayden Shropshire 

Addy Slusser

Ari Smith

Averie Smith +

Wyatt Snyder + 

Adelyn Solis °

Khloe Sowers

Esther Ulate +

Aubrey Vick +

Zoe Waters

Zoey Westberry 

Kayleigh Wheeler

Aaliyah Williams

Isabella Zimmerman

Emilie Zoesch + ° 

Zoey Jefferson * 

Melody Jones * 

Grace Kellams *

Rinah Kilmer * °

Caroline Kortman * 

Reagan Kozminsky *

Ava Lane * 

Delaney Lauzon

Ada LeBeau *

Zander Letsch * 

Hannah Linsky 

Jaden Machesky *

Harper Mahaney 

Amelia Mesa * ° 

Elanna MilhouseSmith *

Noah Mitts * 

Kai Muñoz-Saulnier

Miley Owens * 

Claire Perez *

Abby Pulling * 

Holden Raley *

Layke Richmond * °

Brooklyn Scully

Cecily Shrell 

Gracie Slocum *

Mia Slocum *

Cora Smith *

Avica Spencer * 

Aryn Stinnett

McKenzie Taylor * 

Nevaeh Terry *

Gigi Thrush * ° 

Elijah Waters

Elise Welch * 

Finley West * 

Morganne Whitesell

Shaelyn Wilkerson* 

Jayna Wilmer

Arianna Worsham

SENIOR RECOGNITION

3.5 Year Member

8.5 Year Member

SHOW TIME MAY 8–10 PENSACOLA SAENGER THEATRE

A dynamic revue of music from stage, screen, and spaces in between

Two acts with one intermission (approximately 120 minutes)

An online, live-streamed performance will be aired on Friday, May 8, and Sunday, May 10.

Please silence your cell phones.

Alex Gartner Artistic Director

Megan Andzulis Principal Accompanist

Dominic Krippes Technical Director

Evelyn Aguirre Assistant Director

Michael Dennis Choreographer Juliana Child Asst. Artistic Director

Brooke Dykes Production Coordinator

Stephany Ingram Associate Director

Veronica Lindholm Assistant Choreographer

Lance Brannon Lighting Designer

Lindsay Riddle Choreographer

Heidi Siren Costume Designer

Katie Olson Assistant Director

Kayla Phillips Assistant Choreographer

Jeff Jordan Sound Engineer

Holley Raley Props Designer

+Anything Goes by Cole Porter/ed. Alex Gartner.

Ainsley Cramblet, Abigail Pulling & Vivian Fernandez, soloists Young Singers

+Steppin’ Out with My Baby by Irving Berlin/arr. Mark Hayes. Noah Mitts, soloist Chorale

+Puttin’ on the Ritz by Irving Berlin/arr. Kirby Shaw.

Concert, Chorale

*Bathtub Boogie compiled & arr. by Juliana Child. Singing’ in the Bathtub ......................................................... by Herb Magidson Rubber Duckie by Jeff Moss Scrub-a-dub Bubbles ................................................... by Carol Troutman Wiggins Ain’t No Hole in the Washtub ...................................................... by Paul Williams Splish Splash arr. Sally K. Albrecht

Connery Drummond, Victoria Nelson & Ruby Laine Schmiedebusch, soloists Choristers

Fun with Winnie the Pooh compiled & arr. by Juliana Child. Winnie the Pooh ..................................................... by Richard & Robert Sherman Cottleston Pie by Mark Burrows Rumbly in My Tumbly.

by Richard & Robert Sherman

Sing Ho! For the Life of a Bear ...................................................... by Carly Simon Everything Is Hunny by Kristen & Robert Lopez

Preparatory

+Our Time compiled & arr. by Juliana Child. Let the River Run ......................................................... arr. Craig Hella Johnson Give Us Hope by Jim Papoulis Beautiful City from Godspell ................................... by Stephen Schwartz/ed. Juliana Child

Draw the Circle Wide ............................................................... by Mark Miller

Our Time from Merrily We Roll Along by Stephen Sondheim/ed. Alex Gartner

Shaelyn Wilkerson & Ainsley Cramblet, soloists

This set will be performed at Carnegie Hall on June 15, 2026. We hope you enjoy this special preview!

SHOWTIME!

*Colors Everywhere! compiled & arr. by Juliana Child.

Beautiful Land ............................................... by Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley

The Spectrum Song .................................................. by Richard & Robert Sherman

Colors of My Life from Barnum .................................................... arr. John Leavitt

True Colors .................................................................. arr. Roger Emerson

Rainbow Connection ........................................... arr. Audrey Snyder/ed. Juliana Child

Annabelle Brewer, Nohea Glenn, Kamea Barron, Louella Mead, Ethan Andzulis, Catherine Dunn, Karoline Kurek, Robert Dunn, Shelby Givens & Emmy Cummings, soloists Festival

+Let’s Travel! compiled & arr. by Alex Gartner.

Come Travel with Me ............................................................ by Scott Farthing

Come Fly with Me ................................................................... arr. Mac Huff

Blue Skies ....................................................................... by Irving Berlin

Beyond the Sea ................................................................arr. Audrey Snyder

Choo Choo Ch’Boogie ............................................................. arr. Kirby Shaw

Route 66 ....................................................................... arr. Dick Averre

Meredith Fendt, Lana Fernandez, Aubrey Vick & Holly Gunn, soloists Ensemble

+There’s No Place Like Home compiled & arr. by Juliana Child.

Home as performed by Michael Bublé

Home from The Wiz .............................................. arr. Andy Beck & Michael Spresser

Home ........................................... as performed by Phillip Phillips/arr. Alan Billingsley

Crowded Table ............................................................... arr. Andrea Ramsey

This Land Is Your Land ........................................................ arr. Roger Emerson

No Place Like Home from Wicked: For Good ...................... by Stephen Schwartz/ed. Juliana Child

Amelia Mesa, Finley West, Layke Richmond, Elanna Milhouse-Smith, Abigail Coleman & Riley Chism, soloists Choraliers, Concert, Young Singers

INTERMISSION

*Hits from Hawkins: The Anthems of Stranger Things compiled & arr. by Alex Gartner. Should I Stay or Should I Go as performed by The Clash/arr. Alan Billingsley

Every Breath You Take ................................ as performed by The Police/arr. Alan Billingsley

Africa ................................................... as performed by Toto/arr. Roger Emerson

Separate Ways (Worlds Apart) as performed by Journey/arr. Alan Billingsley

We’ll Meet Again .............................................................. arr. Roger Emerson

The Never Ending Story ....................................................... arr. Alan Billingsley

Wyatt Snyder, Dakota Remington, Averie Smith, Emelyn Crosby, Xander Ginnetti, Ashirah Kilmer, Ava Shead & Sophia Sabata, soloists Concert

*Running Up That Hill as performed by Kate Bush/arr. Alex Gartner.

Gracie Slocum & Addie Denson, soloists Choraliers

+Prehistoric Rock compiled & arr. by Alex Gartner. Rock Around the Clock ............................................................ arr. Greg Gilpin Old Time Rock & Roll .............................................................. arr. Kirby Shaw Walk the Dinosaur ......................................... by David Was, Don Was & Randall Jacobs We Didn’t Start the Fire ................................... as performed by Billy Joel/ed. Alex Gartner What I Did for Love from A Chorus Line ...........................................arr. Audrey Snyder It’s the End of the World as We Know It ....................................... as performed by R.E.M.

Zander Letsch, Hudson Brown, Gabriel Bailey, Malachi Hill, Jaden Machesky & Gabriel Flores, soloists

Chorale

*The Circle Game compiled & arr. by Juliana Child. The Circle Game ...............................................................arr. Audrey Snyder When I Grow Up from Matilda ................................................... arr. Roger Emerson The Circles of Our Lives by David Brunner

Emmy Oaks & Arden Poole, soloists

John Adams & John Slocum, special guests Preparatory, Choristers, Festival, Ensemble

+Graduation Day compiled & arr. by Alex Gartner. Unwritten .................................... as performed by Natasha Bedingfield/arr. Steve Zegree Don’t Stop Believin’ ....................................... as performed on Glee/arr. Alan Billingsley I Was Here .................................... as performed by Lady Antebellum/arr. Alan Billingsley Go the Distance from Hercules arr. John Leavitt/ed. Alex Gartner

Amelia Cruit, McKenzie Taylor, Elijah Waters, Obie Gammon, Claire Perez & Holden Raley, soloists Young Singers

RECOGNIZING THE GRADUATES OF 2026

+For Good from Wicked arr. Mac Huff. Gracie Slocum, soloist Young Singers

+*You’ll Be in My Heart from Tarzan arr. Ed Lojeski/ed. Juliana Child.

Gabriel Flores & Shaelyn Wilkerson, soloists Combined Choirs

Celebrating the power of music and the young voices who bring it to life.

are proud to continue a legacy of support for the

Pensacola Children’s Chorus

PARTICIPANTS IN THE PERFORMANCE

Production Stage Manager

Alyssa Bramwell

Assistant Stage Managers

Tiffany Hartman, Anthony Mills

PRODUCTION CREW

Assistant to the Costume Designer

Beth Woods

Assistant to the Props Designer

Carrie Mead

Costume Construction & Alterations

Rita Enderson, Tammy Mabire

Costume Coordinators

Monica Casey, Leeta Crook, Krystal Crosby, Noelle Poole,

Heather Pulling, Amanda Shead, Jessica Vick, Amy Zoesch

Elementary Costume Leads

Rita Enderson, Courtney Hadley, Stacy Monahan

Photography

Garrett Hallbauer, Brian Margavich

Playbill Coordinator & Designer

Garrett Hallbauer

Middle School Costume Leads

Christy Foreman, Krystin Johnson

High School Costume Leads

Erin Casey, Kendal Larson, Beth Woods

Master Electrician

Henry Gonzales

Lighting Operator

Mikey Nerya

Microphone Coordinators

Beth Cruit, Michelle Holston, Karen Kellams, Chey Richmond, Christy Rogers

Rail Operators

John Samaras, Lilly Stark

Sound Cues Assistants

Jennifer Bunnell, Mike Kilmer

Sound Technicians

Ryan Starup, Steve Struck

Spotlight Operators

Kara Lavin, Choh Man Teng

Stage Cues Assistants

Taylor Dykes, Evan Martin

Streaming Operators

Henry Gonzales, Chris Schuchard

Along with a faithful army of additional volunteers whom we cherish and appreciate! Thank you for supporting our singers!

INSTRUMENTALISTS

Flute/Piccolo

Stephanie Riegle

Reeds

Kim Whaley

Trumpet

Dale Riegle

Jonathan Martin

Trombone

Don Snowden

CHOIR LEADERSHIP TEAMS

Choir Representatives

Shannon Coleman

Keisha Cramblet

Brittany Cummings

Rita Enderson

Christy Foreman

Michelle Holston

Brittney Jackson

Krystin Johnson

Holley Raley

Amanda Shead

Tiffany Snyder

Kate Strum

Kerri Thrush

Dacia Turner

Kendra Turner

Jessica Vick

Heather Wells

Percussion

Jordan Wood

Leah Yelverton

Guitar

Ryan Etheredge

Bass

Marcus Gillard

Keyboard

Megan Andzulis

Student Interns

Ainsley Cramblet

Addie Denson

Zoey Jefferson

Layke Richmond

Gracie Slocum

Synth

Juliana Child

Alex Gartner

Cora Smith

McKenzie Taylor

Gigi Thrush

Shaelyn Wilkerson

ZoeyKeep singing and dreaming Zoey!

We are proud of you and your dedication to PCC. We love you!

Dad, Mom, Kyndall, Ashlyn, & Violet! Willow, Hazel, Harlow & Myrtle are cheering from home.

proudly supports the Pensacola Children’s Chorus, and is especially proud of Zoey Jefferson!

We are grateful for the lasting impact you have made over the past 7 years at PCC!

Wishing you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter!

KJ GUPTA

ROBBIE GUPTA

WILLA STRUM

CHARLIE WELLS

HUDSON ZHANG

to our CLA Dragons in the Children’s Chorus! CONGRATULATIONS

We can’t wait to hear you roar!

COMMUNITY PARTNERS

Since the beginning, the Pensacola Children’s Chorus has been closely connected to the Escambia County Public Schools and Santa Rosa County School District. Members of PCC’s staff routinely lead professional development workshops and serve as in-classroom consultants for local music teachers. PCC hosts the area third graders each year for a special performance of Christmas on the Coast and was able to take Hauntcert to 3 different elementary schools.

In January 2023, PCC was awarded a multiyear grant through the Escambia Children’s Trust, a taxpayer funded agency which provides leadership, funding, services, and research on behalf of Escambia County’s children to ensure they grow up to be healthy, productive, stable community members. Focusing on a target population of at-risk youth, ECT has provided membership for nearly 100 young people in PCC’s transformational choral programs.

In March 2023, PCC partnered with the City of Pensacola to launch Pensacola Sings, a network of community choirs based in neighborhood resource centers with an aim to make singing opportunities more available to the city’s youth. Sessions will resume in the summer.

For the past two seasons, PCC has been proudly supported by United Way of West Florida, a community impact organization mobilizing resources to improve lives in education, health, and financial stability. Through their investment in PCC’s Tuition Assistance Fund, UWWF has allowed hundreds of young people from workforce families across our region to access transformational music education that develops essential life skills.

Beginning in April 2025, members of the Ambassador Choir and Singer Advisory Committee have led interactive musical activities at Valerie’s House Pensacola, a grief support center for children, young adults, and families dealing with loss. Through this partnership, our singers regularly share the gift of music with the young people in our community who need it most.

The Pensacola Children’s Chorus regularly partners with our city’s leading arts organizations, including Pensacola Opera, Ballet Pensacola, the Pensacola Symphony Orchestra, the Choral Society of Pensacola, and Pensacola Little Theatre. These collaborations include full concerts, joint educational programs, and the exchange of costumes, set pieces, and equipment. Pensacola is fortunate to have such a vibrant arts community.

OCTOBER 4, 2025

NOVEMBER 8, 2025

JANUARY 10, 2026

MARCH 7, 2026

APRIL 25, 2026

Opening Night!

Classically Connected

Beethoven & Blue Jeans

DECEMBER 31, 2025

FEBRUARY 7, 2026

NOVEMBER 15, 2025

JANUARY 31, 2026

MARCH 28, 2026

Mahler Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection”

100th Anniversary Gala Concert

Celebrate the New Year!

Gil Shaham Plays Brahms NEW SUBSCRIBERS SAVE UP TO 50%

Icon: The Voices that Changed Music

Music For Families

Mozart Madness

OUR TEAM

Program & Administrative Staff

Alex Gartner

Artistic & Executive Director

Juliana Joy Child Assistant Artistic Director

Cheyenne Boynton Director of Advancement

Resident Choir Staff

Evelyn Aguirre Assistant Director

Megan Andzulis Principal Accompanist

Michael Dennis Choreographer

Miguel Aldahondo Director of Community Programs

Courtney Parker Membership & Executive Office Coordinator

Stephany Ingram Associate Director

Veronica Lindholm Assistant Choreographer

Katie Olson Assistant Director

Community Program Staff

Holley Driver Director, Tri-City Children’s Choir

Production Support

Dominic Krippes Technical Director

Aaron Adams Associate Accompanist

Brooke Dykes Program Manager

Garrett Hallbauer Marketing & Communications Manager

Kayla Phillips Assistant Choreographer

Lindsay Riddle Choreographer

Isabelle Schrack Musicianship Instructor

Heidi Siren Costume Designer

Bethany Wood Associate Accompanist

Xochilt Linza Assistant Director, Pensacola SINGS

Alyssa Bramwell Stage Manager

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Officers Members

Sheila Dunn , DM President

Noelle Poole Vice President

Jessica Hyche Treasurer

Lusharon Wiley, EdD Secretary

Advisory Members

Savannah Green Alumni Representative

Sri Gupta

Anna Higgins

Deborah Moss

Tom Owens

Heather Pulling Family Representative

Jeff Jordan Sound Technician

Lance Brannon Lighting Designer

Trevor Rodabaugh

Andrea Rosenbaum

Robin Zimmern Interested in serving on PCC’s Board of Directors?

Gabriel Flores Singer Representative

Send an email expressing your interest to board@pensacolasings.org!

INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE: FEATURING N OELLE P OOLE

A member of the Pensacola Children’s Chorus learns so much more than just song and dance. Behind every note and step is an important lesson. Whether it’s responsibility, teamwork, accountability, empathy, or confidence, every musical motion has an extramusical benefit.

As a parent, volunteer, donor, and board member, Noelle Poole has witnessed these benefits firsthand. From powerful moments when singers’ voices rise together, to the teamwork of countless volunteers, she has seen how PCC builds confidence and connection in young people—including her own daughter, Arden. We spoke with Noelle to learn what drives her continued investment in PCC’s mission.

What about PCC inspires you?

I am continually inspired by the level of art produced by PCC’s singers, especially when all ages 6–18 sing together. This crescendo is a heart pounding, pride building, eye tearing, glorious moment. I’m also moved by the volunteers who make everything possible: committee and board members, choir reps, costume and microphone leads, show callers, fundraisers, project managers, and countless others. Whether it’s providing snacks, loading gear, or decorating dressing rooms, the teamwork is tremendous. It truly takes singers, staff, donors, and volunteers working together to create PCC’s performances, outreach events, and backstage camaraderie.

What motivated you to make your first gift to PCC?

When we met, my husband and I lived in major cities and were accustomed to the arts being readily available in many forms. We moved to Pensacola when our daughter was preschool age and were amazed that a smaller community supported so many arts organizations. After attending a PCC fundraiser where the high school singers performed Disney songs, we were blown away. We met Alex and Kirstin Gartner, learned more about PCC, took our daughter to a concert, and immediately knew we wanted her to join. When the Prep Choir was created, she enrolled—and at every step, we knew we wanted to support the organization.

Why do you continue to support PCC’s mission?

For seven years I’ve been involved as a volunteer, donor, board member, and singer parent. Beyond musical growth, I’ve seen incredible increases in self-confidence—especially in my daughter. From her early Prep Choir days to now singing solos on the Saenger stage and participating in outreach as an Ambassador, her growth has been remarkable. Other singers feel it too, reporting that PCC boosts self-esteem, problem-solving, stress management, and in-school behavior.

What impact do you hope to make with your investment?

I see our investment—both financial and volunteer time—as part of a

collective effort to strengthen the chorus. Arts funding is fragile, and it’s up to all of us to support the organizations that matter to us.

What would you say to someone who is considering making a gift to PCC for the first time?

Music supports learning, friendships, emotional well-being, teamwork, and confidence. PCC gives young artists all of these benefits, and we are better for the music they share. If you can support an organization that so clearly supports its kids, I encourage you to do so. I chose a photo of my daughter and her friends backstage to accompany this interview— because it captures the heart of the PCC experience.

We hope you will consider joining Noelle as a champion for the children of Northwest Florida. PCC’s Tuition Assistance Initiative provides needbased scholarships to children with financial need. All donations are 100% tax-deductible and greatly appreciated.

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OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUPPORT

Can we count on you?

We are so thankful for your presence here today. Your ticket purchase helps PCC create memorable, dynamic performances for singers and audience members alike. But did you know that ticket sales provide PCC with less than 10% of the funds required to create these experiences year after year? For this reason and so much more, we are grateful to the hundreds of individuals, families, local businesses, and grantors who generously invest in our programs and in our singers. We’d love to count you as a member of our PCC family of supporters. There are many ways in which you can financially support our mission of transforming young lives through music:

Programs

Individual Donation or Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities Available

Donations to our program fund directly support the operation of our 14 choirs which meet in downtown Pensacola and throughout Northwest Florida and Southwest Alabama. This fund helps us maintain high quality educational programs and performances that our singers and community have come to expect and appreciate.

Tuition Assistance

Individual Donation or Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities Available

This year alone, over 50% of PCC singers qualify for some level of financial assistance. As such, PCC aggressively pursues a goal of at least $40,000 to help ensure that every child—regardless of their family’s financial situation—can participate in PCC’s lifechanging education programs.

Endowment Fund

To honor the 26-year tenure of PCC’s Founding Artistic Directors, the Susan & Allen Pote Endowment Fund was established in 2016. Once the fund crests $1M, earned interest will be used to furnish capital improvements aimed at making our programs even more spectacular. We are nearly halfway there! Stock transfers are welcome gifts, as are individual donations.

Scholarships

Donations to PCC’s scholarship fund provide financial awards to returning singers and graduating seniors. Through a competitive application process, qualifying singers are selected for their demonstrated commitment to the program, outstanding musicianship, and leadership within their respective choirs.

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