THEATRE STAFF
Founder & Executive Director .. Jason Goedken
Founder & Artistic Consultant .. Whitney Morse
Artistic Director ........................... Angel Creeks
Director of Operations .................... Jon Cronin
Director of Business .................... Sean Graham
Director of People, Projects & Culture Leslie Becker
Development Director Yasmeen Stogden
Marketing Director Monica Berdecio, MA
Senior Manager of Technical Operations......................Clay Becker
Booking & Contracts Manager ......Sierra Weiss
Assistant Production Manager .......... Madi Carr
Audiovisual Supervisor –Touring Productions Luke Bezio
Deck & Facilities Coordinator Tony Fairchild
Lighting Supervisor Ally Southgate
Associate Lighting Supervisor Dio Raquel Jr.
Production Swing ..................... Nichole Pollack
Manager of Patron Services ............ Alec Speers
Assistant Manager of Patron Services Tina Carroll
Assistant Manager of Patron Services ...........................Lonnie Goertz
Assistant Manager of Patron Services .............. Savannah Rose Parker
Analyst, Sales & Customer Support Kristin Fortuna
Marketing & Social Media Coordinator ...........................Natalie Bollinger
Marketing Account Manager ........ Erika Nelson
Graphic Designer ......................... Krissi Kugler
Web Designer ......................... David Sponseller
Lead Housekeeper ....................... Victoria Doss Ad Sales ... marketing@significantproductions.org
SIGNIFICANT PRODUCTIONS BOARD
President .................................................................................................. Elliot Sussman, MD, MBA
Vice President ..................................................................................................... Marcus Bridgewater
Treasurer ...................................................................................................................... Donna Taylor
Secretary .............................................................................................................. Elizabeth Constant
Board Member ............................................................................................................ Jason Goedken
WHITNEY MORSE on
The Sharon®L. Morse
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Dear Patron of the Arts,
Welcome to The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center!
This year marks a very special milestone—10 years since The Sharon first opened its doors. What began in 2015 as a bold dream has grown into a vibrant home for live performance, rooted in the adventurous and artistic spirit of my grandmother, Sharon L. Morse.
Over the past decade, we’ve been honored to earn your trust, show by show, standing ovation by standing ovation. Whether you’re here tonight to experience a beloved Broadway tour, a favorite artist, or something entirely new, know that every performance has been thoughtfully curated by our passionate team of artists and arts administrators.
As we celebrate our first ten years, we’re also stepping into an exciting new chapter: The Sharon is now proudly powered by Significant Productions, a registered nonprofit dedicated to creating meaningful, memorable arts experiences in our community. With this new foundation, we’re not only preserving what makes The Sharon special, we’re building toward a future filled with bold ideas, diverse stories, and even more opportunities to surprise and delight you.
Thank you for being part of this journey. We’re so glad you’re here. Enjoy the show, and here’s to the next ten years of discovery, connection, and applause.
See You at The Sharon,
Whitney Morse
Founder & Artistic Consultant
Significant Productions
ART. ARTISTS. AUDIENCE. SIGNIFICANT PRODUCTIONS (SIGPRO) is a Non-Profit arts organization that operates The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center (The Sharon) & The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol (The Studio).
OUR MISSION; SigPro cultivates a diverse collaborative community with a focus on artists' well-being that strives to provoke thought and spark conversation through high quality performing arts.
OUR TEAM MEMBERS
We believe that fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace is essential for the creation of exceptional art. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion extends to our employees. This ensures every individual who contributes to our productions feels valued and empowered. We actively promote a workplace culture that embraces differences and encourages collaboration among our diverse team of artists, technicians, administrators, and volunteers.
Thank You
FOR SUPPORTING SIGNIFICANT PRODUCTIONS
STANDING OVATION
$2,022 A YEAR
Robert & Joan Jalbert
Jim & Dee Judd
Andy Pawlowski
Elliot Sussman
John Swartz
ENCORE ENTHUSIASTS
$60 A MONTH
Celeste Hankins
John Hilt
April Linscott
Marianne Niesen
Jim Ward
ARTS AMBASSADORS
$30 A MONTH
Marie Connolly
Mary Homko
Russell Jones
Bob & Diane Kendi
Honey & David Kirk
Edward & Gayle Labuda
Kathleen Litch
Holly Nicholson
Dina Nizza
Bonnie Park
Karen & Clarence Russell Jr.
Patricia Schlemmer
Donna Silver
Donna Taylor
Jan & Dave Thomas
Bob & Iris Trinh
Barbara & John Van Dyke
Melissa Warner
DEDICATIONS
Ursula Becker
Derek Mumford
Peg Fiore
Alice Stogden
Jackson L. Straub III, M.D.
Lorraine Torgerson
Thank you to our Vibe Setters and anonymous donors.
Great theatre requires talent, passion, and the support of our community. The Villages values the power of art and recognizes Significant Productions’ role in enriching our lifestyle. Join them, as we have, in ensuring that live theater continues to thrive.
POWERING art IN THE COMMUNITY THROUGH
The Association of International Champions invites you to celebrate the holiday season with some truly magnificent harmony. Today we have gathered four sought-after World Champion quartets — including our current reigning champions — to present our gift to The Villages: The Spirit of the Season 2025!
If you’ve never experienced barbershop harmony at its finest, you’re in for a real treat. You’ll hear holiday classics performed by some of the most skilled a cappella vocalists in the world.
Our show today takes you on a holiday journey. Though we’re here in sunny Florida, we’ll whisk you away to glistening snow-covered fields and cozy sleigh rides. You’ll be reminded of the excitement of opening presents on Christmas morning with family and friends. And you’ll hear beloved carols that tell the story of the first Christmas — and the birth that changed the world.
Your hosts today, Clay Hine and Jared Carlson, known for their quick wit and comedic timing, are both members of our 1999 International Champion quartet, FRED.
The mission of the Association of International Champions is to spread the joy of barbershop to young and old alike. And with that in mind…
We invite you to relax. Let the spirit of the season wash over you. And allow the harmonies of barbershop singing to offer you an early Christmas present. We’re so glad you’re with us today as we celebrate together — The Spirit of the Season.
The AIC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization dedicated to preserving our musical legacy and empowering the next generation through youth education, community outreach, performance, and preservation programs. Through our work, we spread the joy of harmony locally and around the world. Your support helps us continue championing this mission. Scan the QR code or visit AICgold.com to learn more and explore ways to give.
PRIVATE BOX experience
ENJOY YOUR NEXT SHOW AT THE SHARON LIKE A VIP!
• Exclusive experience for up to 15 guests.
• Private lounge for the evening, including homelike furnishings, restroom, and direct access to the auditorium box for comfortable viewing of your show.
• Upgrades available such as a private bartender or personalized celebratory furnishings.
To explore accommodations and availability, please contact VIP@SignificantProductions.org
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QUARTETS
LEMON SQUEEZY
Lemon Squeezy is a Swedish vocal group consisting of four gentlemen. Since singing our first chords together in 2010, we have had one goal: to sing as fresh and have as much fun as possible. Through the years, we’ve become well acquainted with many genres of music. While stemming from a strong Swedish choral tradition, we have truly found our footing in barbershop, jazz, and anything that grooves.
In 2025, we became International Barbershop Quartet Champions at the Barbershop Harmony Society International Convention in Denver, Colorado. We’ve recorded two albums, traveled all over the world, and created our own style with a strive to push the envelope of what an a cappella quartet can be.
www.LemonSqueezy.se
QUARTETS
INSTANT CLASSIC
Instant Classic is an award-winning barbershop quartet from Indianapolis. Made up of music educators and recording engineers, the group is comprised of four great friends with a love and passion for barbershop harmony, a cappella music, and music education. The ensemble has performed around the world, including the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Sweden, and Australia. They’ve appeared on the Today Show, opened for the Sing-Off Tour in Indianapolis, they have been featured on Australian Public Television and Radio, and they are excited to be here tonight! All four of the members arrange music for the group, and though they all love barbershop harmony, they come from different musical backgrounds and tastes that offer a variety of different styles featured in their arrangements, from vocal jazz, musical theater, pop, and even R&B!
This group is not a stranger to the competition stage. In 2015, they competed in the Barbershop Harmony Society’s International Quartet Contest held in Pittsburgh, PA, where over 50 quartets gathered from around the world to compete. After three rounds, they earned the highest score and became the International Quartet Champions of the Barbershop Harmony Society.
www.InstantClassicQuartet.com
QUARTETS
QUORUM
Spanning three different states, Quorum is often considered a “long-distance” quartet, yet the four of us have been connected in various ways for many years. We are the 2015 Johnny Appleseed District Quartet Champions and the 2022 Barbershop Harmony Society International Quartet Champions. With the many years each of us has devoted to our individual Barbershop journeys, Quorum couldn’t be more excited to share our love for this remarkable craft—and we hope to bring the joy of harmony to all corners of the globe.
QUARTETS
THREE AND A HALF MEN
Three and a Half Men is a dynamic vocal quartet from Central Florida that brings a variety of musical styles to the scene. With backgrounds in barbershop, doo-wop, vocal jazz, and gospel music, the quartet enjoys a diverse repertoire and delivery. That said, Three and a Half Men is honored to be the 2024 Barbershop Harmony Society International Quartet Champions and 2023 Sunshine District Champions. Always looking for ways to enjoy harmony, the group is thrilled to have the opportunity to share its music any chance they get. From their name, you might wonder where the other ‘half’ went. Don’t worry, they are wondering the same thing!
www.ThreeAndAHalfMen.com
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