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GREETINGS FROM Julia Irene Dennie ‑ Kauffman
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Dear Friends,
Welcome to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. We are honored to have you here to celebrate our commitment in bringing artistic and cultural excellence to all ages, interests and backgrounds.
The Kauffman Center is an organization with one overriding goal — to bring artists and audiences together. The soul of the Kauffman Center is a living tradition of great artists and extraordinary performances. It is a setting maximized for the special and shared needs of our local artists and their organizations. The Kauffman Center provides affordable access to stages and other facilities for performances, education and other activities.
A strong program of arts education is integral to our mission. Kansas City can and must nurture and educate its own artists, and the Kauffman Center is solidly committed to participating in this vital endeavor.
Each of you has taken advantage of the opportunity to become personally involved by being here. We hope you will continue through future performances, activities, volunteer work and donations. This is a building for generations to come.
The Board of Directors of the Kauffman Center joins me in thanking you for your most generous support.
KAUFFMAN CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ms. Julia Irene Dennie ‑ Kauffman, Chairman
Mr. David C. Lady, Vice Chairman
Ms. Sharon Blickensderfer
The Honorable Peggy Dunn
Mrs. Shirley B. Helzberg
Mr. Rusty Jandl
Mrs. Janice C. Kreamer
Mr. Paul J. Schofer
Mr. Louis W. Smith
Photo by Chris Vleisides
THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT THE KAUFFMAN CENTER
APRIL EVENTS
Kansas City Symphony Presents Happy Hour: Striking Strings
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Red Bull Presents Red Bull Dance Your Style Qualifier
Midwest USA
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Millennial Choirs & Orchestras Presents America 250: In Concert
Monday, April 27, 2026
MAY EVENTS
Lyric Opera of Kansas City Presents Of Mice and Men
May 1-3, 2026
An Evening with David Sedaris
Friday, May 1, 2026
The Friends of Chamber Music Kansas City Presents Carnival of the Animals and Other Delights
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Kansas City Ballet Presents The Great Gatsby
May 8-17, 2026
Kansas City Symphony Presents Grieg’s Piano Concerto
May 8-10, 2026
Kansas City Symphony Presents Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony
May 15-17, 2026
Kauffman Center Presents Trailblazing Talks with Frans Lanting and Christine Eckstrom, Photographer and Science Writer
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Kansas City Symphony Presents Ben Rector with the Kansas City Symphony
May 21-22, 2026
Kansas City Symphony Presents On Stage with Gil Shaham Thursday, May 28, 2026
Kansas City Symphony Presents Gil Shaham Plays Brahms
May 29-31, 2026
JUNE EVENTS
PNC Broadway in Kansas City Presents Mrs. Doubtfire
June 2-7, 2026
PUNCH BROTHERS
June 23, 2026, 7:30 p.m.
MURIEL KAUFFMAN THEATRE
Kansas City Symphony Presents On Stage with Yefim Bronfman
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Kansas City Symphony Presents Rachmaninoff Celebration, Part 2 Piano Concerto No. 3
June 5-7, 2026
Kansas City Symphony Presents Trey Anastasio with the Kansas City Symphony
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
D.D.A. Presents The Glenn Miller Orchestra
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Kansas City Symphony Presents Steve Hackman’s Symphonic Fusion Conducts His Taylor Swift: The Symphony Era with the Kansas City Symphony
June 11-12, 2026
Future Stages Festival Free Family-Friendly Event
Sunday, June 14, 2026
BLUEY’S BIG PLAY
Aug. 21-23, 2026
MURIEL KAUFFMAN THEATRE
CREATING ACCESSIBLE ARTS EXPERIENCES AT THE KAUFFMAN CENTER
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SINCE THE GRAND OPENING IN 2011
219,000+ young people have been provided bus transportation reimbursement through the Kauffman Center’s Open Doors fund.
450,000+ students and chaperones have experienced school matinees on our stages.
9,000+ young people, families, educators and veterans have received free or discounted performance tickets.
48,000+ have attended our Future Stages Festival since 2014.
Young people are the future of the arts — our future artists, arts professionals and audiences — and we care deeply about them. The Kauffman Center is dedicated to creating unprecedented access to arts experiences for the Kansas City metropolitan area.
The Kauffman Center’s learn and engage programs provide many avenues that connect local youth and adults to high quality arts experiences.
Kauffman Center’s community engagement programs are supported by its Open Doors Fund, which is underwritten by the Hearst Foundations.
Visit kauffmancenter.org/engage to learn more about our student programs, community offerings and performer opportunities.
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The Left Blue Man is excited to be making their debut in tonight’s performance. Left Blue Man has come from somewhere else where they learned everything they know about humans by watching television reruns, listening to The Sex Pistols and doom scrolling on Tik Tok. Left Blue Man would like to thank Right Blue Man and Center Blue Man for being such a huge support for their endeavors.
The Center Blue Man is excited to be making their debut in tonight’s performance. Center Blue Man has come from somewhere else where they developed a detailed and efficient plan for integrating into human culture. Unfortunately, this plan was
eaten by Left Blue Man so Center Blue Man will just have to wing it. Center Blue Man sincerely hopes Left Blue Man and Right Blue Man know what to do and will follow their lead.
The Right Blue Man is excited to be making their debut at tonight’s performance. Right Blue Man has come from somewhere else where they learned to appreciate human ingenuity by disassembling incredible inventions such as smartphones, bug zappers and toasters. Right Blue Man would like to thank Left Blue Man and Center Blue Man for being such a huge support for their endeavors.
The Rockstar isn’t a performer per se and thus is in no need of a bio. The Rockstar is the physical manifestation of the energy emitted from an exuberant audience during moments of transcendence. The Rockstar is a life force amplifier, absorbing good vibes then shooting them like a hydrant of joy. The Rockstar also rocks musically. The Rockstar would like to thank the Blue Men for being such a huge support for their endeavors.
INTERNATIONAL
UPCOMING CONCERTS
April 17, 2026, 7 P.M.
Park ICM Orchestra Season Finale
Guest Conductor Jason Seber
April 24, 2026, 7 P.M.
ICM String Studios in recital
May 1, 2026, 7 P.M.
Behzod Abduraimov, Piano in concert
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VOLUNTEER
The Kauffman Center would like to congratulate and thank the Diamond Level Volunteers who have each contributed more than 2,500 volunteer service hours.
Ann McFerrin | “When a friend sent out an e mail shortly after the Kauffman Center opened that volunteers were needed, I was interested. I’ve appreciated being given the opportunity to take part in a job that is so rewarding. Working with the supportive Kauffman Center staff, the other great volunteers, interacting with the patrons and seeing performances are all part of the fun. The Kauffman Center, one of the best performing arts centers anywhere, is a great and positive place to be!”
Linda Wells | “It is an honor to volunteer at the Kauffman Center. I first started volunteering 10 years ago as a way to meet new people and see performances I may not otherwise see. However, volunteering has become so much more than that. I have met so many people, and seen performances ranging from classical to pop symphony, Trailblazing Talks, Kauffman Center Presents and even opera. But what I look forward to the most when I walk through the doors is seeing the other volunteers and helping the patrons however I can.”
Jennifer Wehmeyer | “The architecture, the beauty, the arts, the people and the smiles each play a vital role in the volunteer experience. They are the pieces that make it memorable for both volunteers and patrons. Volunteering is rewarding in many ways, and I am especially grateful for the friendships that have emerged through this remarkable community.”
Bob Ronan | “I’ve been volunteering at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts since it was nothing but dirt. All the jobs I have done as a volunteer have been interesting and rewarding. I love the place, the people and the patrons who come through our doors.”
Janet Fisher | “I enjoyed being a Kauffman Center Ambassador prior to the opening. It was only natural to continue volunteering when the Kauffman Center opened. Of course, I love seeing the performances but ensuring that patrons have the best possible experience is the most important thing for me. I will also treasure the many friendships I have made among staff and volunteers. The Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts is a jewel and I feel privileged to be a part of the Kauffman Center team.”
Linda Smiley | “It was quite by ‘accident’ I became a volunteer at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts and I can say it has become my ‘best accident!’ I was amazed at the architectural uniqueness the Kauffman Center added to our skyline. Then, I discovered the big, warm hearts lying beneath those concrete shells. The continued caring, kindness and joy, has exceeded my expectations. The ability to help others has brought me tremendous joy and satisfaction. Additionally, I share the goal of developing an interest in the performing arts for children of all ages. THANK YOU, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, for my invitation into your first class operation!”
Learn more about the Kauffman Center’s volunteer program and get involved:
Visit kauffmancenter.org/volunteer to learn more and complete an application.
Photo by Don Ipock
EMERGENCY EVACUATION PROCEDURES
The Kauffman Center is equipped with advanced life-safety early alert systems. Each performance hall is designed with emergency exits in case of an evacuation. In the event of severe weather, shelter in place inside the hall, not in a lobby area, and await further instructions.
In the event of an emergency, the performance will be interrupted. Horns and strobes will sound. Emergency instructions will be delivered from the stage.
Please remain seated as staff use an appropriate amount of investigational time to verify the source of the alarm.* Should an evacuation be necessary, lighted red (Muriel Kauffman Theatre) and green (Helzberg Hall) exit signs will lead patrons to one of eight emergency exit paths.
Patrons who are not able to safely and comfortably navigate stairs should remain in the venue near one of the marked “Emergency Evacuation Assistance” areas. First responders will evacuate those requiring assistance immediately upon their arrival.
Elevators, primary entrances and the Brandmeyer Great Hall staircase are NOT used in the case of an emergency evacuation.
For more information on emergency evacuation procedures, visit kauffmancenter.org/policies.
*Kauffman Center’s emergency egress plan, which includes an appropriate amount of investigational time to verify the source of an alarm, was developed with the assistance of the Kansas City, MO Fire Marshall’s Office.
SUNDAY, OCT. 11, 2026
KAUFFMAN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
Made possible by the John N. and Marilyn P. McConnell Foundation
Aug. 21-23, 2026
Made possible by the John N. and Marilyn P. McConnell Foundation
PATRON INFORMATION
PERFORMANCE GUIDELINES
Security Screening Policy
To ensure the safety and security of our guests, the Kauffman Center has implemented a security screening policy. Any persons and items entering the Kauffman Center are subject to screening. For more information visit kauffmancenter.org/policies.
Seating Policy
Patrons arriving late are seated at the discretion of the artist and house management.
Camera Policy
Use of photography equipment or recording devices is prohibited without written consent. By attending a Kauffman Center performance, patrons give their consent to be photographer or recorded by talent, venue or their contractors.
Cell Phones and Devices
As a courtesy, please silence and put away cell phones and other devices during the performance. If emergency calls are anticipated, please notify house management of your seating location. Emergency calls will be received at our security office, 816.994.7244.
Lost and Found
For lost articles, please contact our security office, 816.994.7244.
Refreshments
Concessions are available at most events. Food and beverages may not be taken inside Muriel Kauffman Theatre or Helzberg Hall.
Coat Check
Complimentary coat check is available year round. Coat check is located near the restrooms on Level 2 just east of the ticket office.
Smoking
Smoking inside the Kauffman Center is strictly prohibited. Designated smoking areas can be found outside both the north and south entrances.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Buy Tickets
The Kauffman Center Ticket Office is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For performances, the ticket office opens two hours prior to showtime. Tickets are always available online at tickets.kauffmancenter.org. All purchases are non‑refundable except in the case of a canceled event.
Can’t Attend an Event?
Contact your point of purchase organization at least 24 hours before the event to discuss your options.
Public Access Hours and Private Tours
The Kauffman Center generally maintains public access hours on Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. during which visitors may explore Brandmeyer Great Hall. Additionally, private tours led by a trained guide can be scheduled at kauffmancenter.org/tours. Tours are approximately 60 minutes in length, are available with reservations and are dependent on the Kauffman Center’s schedule.
Questions?
Visit kauffmancenter.org/faq, call 816.994.7222, or email contact@kauffmancenter.org.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Kauffman Center’s promise to bring artists and audiences together is reflected in many ways, including removing barriers and providing access to our performing arts experiences for all patrons.
Patrons may request services (e.g., ASL interpretation, captioning, audio description, etc.) by contacting our ticket office at least two weeks before any performance, concert or event. For more information, visit kauffmancenter.org/accessibility or contact us at 816.994.7222 or accessibility@kauffmancenter.org
Accessibility Services
• Accessible Parking and Drop Off Lanes
• Accessible and Size Inclusive Seating Options
• Assistive Listening Devices
• Booster Seats
Supported by
• Infant & Universal Changing Tables
• Courtesy Wheelchairs
• Sensory Kits
• Serenity Rooms
• Earplugs
Serenity Rooms
Thank you Variety Children’s Charity of Greater Kansas City for supporting the following accessibility resources at the Kauffman Center.
Patrons who would benefit from the use of a private, relaxing environment are invited to step into one of our two serenity rooms. These spaces offer comfortable seating and a monitor to view the live performance, plus sensory items, dimmable lights and an electrical wall outlet. Patrons may contact a staff member or volunteer to access this space.
Changing Tables & Family Restrooms
All family restrooms feature infant changing tables. The mezzanine family restroom features a changing table suitable for children or adults. Patrons needing a universal changing table or an additional private space to tend to medical needs should contact a staff member or volunteer for directions to the first aid office.
Sensory Kits
Patrons who would benefit from comforting sensory resources are invited to exchange an ID card for a sensory kit from coat check on the Plaza Lobby Level or the gift shop in Brandmeyer Great Hall. These kits contain resources such as noise reducing headphones, weighted lap pads and handheld sensory items.
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Offering seven distinct event spaces with mesmerizing skyline views and creative cuisine, the Kauffman Center is an enchanting setting for an unforgettable experience.
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Laura Foote
RECOGNIZING OUR SPOTLIGHT PREMIER MEMBERS
Barbara P. Allen
Julia Irene Dennie Kauffman
Sherry & Gary Forsee
Spotlight Premier members are an exceptional group of supporters who share a commitment to the performing arts in Kansas City. They receive tickets, insider access and various other exclusive benefits.
SPOTLIGHT PLATINUM
Robert J. & E. Marlese Gourley
Tom & Jan Kreamer
Ford & Christine Maurer
SPOTLIGHT GOLD
The American Theatre Guild
Ann Canfield
Paul & Bunni Copaken
Dr. Doug & Barbara Cusick & Family
J. Peter Gattermeir
The Haverty Family Foundation
Frank Austenfeld & Brenda (Ballard) Austenfeld
Christopher E. Beal & Tim Van Zandt
Rose Bina
Ms. Sharon L. Blickensderfer
Peter W. & Lynne K. Brown
Steve & Patti Brownback
Dr. Stephen K. & Susan Bubb
Herbert & Bonnie Buchbinder
Chris & Colleen Buchinger
Peter Cashen
Lorry Chapman
Pati Chasnoff
Dan Claiborn & Marie Woodbury
Errol Copilevitz
Connor Daily & Brad Killen
Katherine DeBruce
Dave & Dee Dillon
Peggy & Terry Dunn
Annette Evans
Mr. & Mrs. Barnett C. Helzberg, Jr.
Dennis & Susan Lordi Marker
Paul J. & Katy Schofer
Louis & Sharon Smith
The Ralph L. Smith Illumination Fund
SPOTLIGHT SILVER
Sue Ann & Richard E. Fagerberg
Terry L. Garberg
Mark L. Gardner
Roger & Cheri Gardner
Marilyn & Kenneth Hager
Laurie J. Hamilton
Chad & Carolyn Hansen
Priscilla Reckling & Bob Hill
Irv & Ellen Hockaday
Steve & Joan Israelite
Catherine Ivy & Byron Smith
The Jeff & Cheryl Jernigan Trust
Rusty & Ann Jandl
Bob & Jana Johnson
Michelle Ladas & David Kiersznowski
David C. Lady
Janet K. Long
Mr. & Mrs. C. Patrick McLarney
Hatch & Laura McCray
Edward P. Milbank
Marilyn P. McConnell
Charlotte & Bob Ronan
John & Marny Sherman
Tom & Teresa Walsh
Bill & Bo Stueck
Theater League
Thomas & Sally Wood Family Foundation
Dennis & Annette Young Anonymous
Trish Miles
Bradley & Linda Nicholson
Lee A. Norman & Mary Piper
Dee & Joyce Pack
Matthew Peddie & Dr. Jessica Heimes
Tim & Faith Penner
Tim Pratt & Christie Geier Pratt
Pat Raffel
Dale & Mary Rohr
Laura Yankoviz Savidge
Peggy F. Schmitt
Joe & Susan Sims
Rich & Carol Smith
Bill & Sandra Snyder
Ann & Frank Uryasz
Andrew Van Der Laan & Rebecca Schwietz
Tom Van Dyke & Kay Barnes
Starr & Tom Wagstaff
Michael & Pamela Zanders
Photos by Don Ipock
RECOGNIZING OUR SPOTLIGHT MEMBERS
Spotlight is an annual membership program that provides donors an elevated experience at the Kauffman Center while supporting our vision.
Mr. & Mrs. Perry D. Atha
Brent & Tracy Berkley
Susan Brandom
Robert Cox
Vicki & Mark Dickerson
Suzanne M. Frisse
Edward Goldstein & Rachel Krantz
Dr. Henry & Laura Antolak
Dr. Michael & Patricia Baltezor
Collin Hulse & Kerry Brocker
Joy Brown
Steve & Becky Busch
John & Carol Cowden
Patricia Ann Gibbs
Craig Coen & Jeffrey Bellamy
Donna Gould Cohen
Barbara & Scott Eckley
Charles & Evelene Gallardo
Pam & Gary Gradinger
Mr. & Mrs. John C. Hjalmarson
Dennis & Carol Hudson Family Foundation
Mauli & Sue Agrawal
Brad Allen & Gene Cooper
John & Sally Austin
Thomas & Karen Badgett
Kim Rock & Bill Barr
Kent & Gayle Best
Kevin & Lauren Bond
Dalene Bradford
Mr. G. Wayne Burge
Richard Carlson & Rebecca Gaughan
Kirsten Elizabeth Chesher
Brad & Amber Clark
Mary Cox
Erica Dennington
Trisha & Tim Drape
Karin & Jim Flynn
Lisa M. Franklin
Brittany Fugate
Jacob & Betsy Ambrose
Todd & Jan Bleakley
Kellie M. Beargie
Thomas & Maureen Billam
Carol Blum & Steven Wilson
Derek G. Bolden
Bob & Marilyn Bowser
Mrs. Kelly Burt &
Mrs. Alison Burt
Largo & John Callenbach
Mr. Danny Carmichael & Mrs. Theresa Ryan
Betsey Chung
Jim & Linda Cole
Wilma Collado
SPOTLIGHT LEADING ROLES
Craig & Michelle Hallier
Scott Moore
George & Wendy Powell
Mr. & Mrs. James M. Prevost
Howard & Rosanne Rosen
Lisa & Charles Schellhorn
Randy Sedlacek & Mary Ventura
SPOTLIGHT RISING STARS
Evan & Joanie James
Colby & Barbara Jones
Cindy & Steve Jones
Todd & Rebecca Kasik
Ambassador Allan Katz & Nancy Cohn
Dr. Jan & Mr. Allan Kraybill
Sam Kuykendoll
Janet Mark & Frank Lipsman
Kevin Maring & Deborah Alagna
Padgett Family Foundation, Inc.
Russell & Sarah Propp
Ursula Reusch
Mr. & Mrs. David P. Ross
SPOTLIGHT CAST & CREW
Jon & Cheri Gallion
Michael Garvin
Ted & Ann Greene
Dennis & Lois Heldenbrand
Larry Jacob & Stephanie Guerin
Jacqueline & Lynn Johnson
Phil & Sue Jones
Steve Joss
Joseph P. Kearns
Mike & Vickie Lewer
Sabrina Markese
Jon & Wendy McGraw / Buttonwood Foundation
Avner & Mariagrazia Meoded
Bob & Debbie Monroe
Timothy & Cathy Moyer
Barry Myers
Col. T. Len Nevels, USAF (Ret.)
Dave & Bree Nicholson
SPOTLIGHT CAST
Community Lending of America, Inc.
Sarah & Clayton Cook
Stephen & Lea Cosentino
Ken & Pam Courson
Una Creditor
Eric & Melinda Cutshall
Jay & Christie Dade
Tim & Deedra Eccles
Jim & Diana Gallagher
Mike & Beth Gallagher
John & Debi George
Julie & George Gilchrist
Tanya & Debbie Gillespie Wilcox
Ron & Damien Golden
Mr. Clarence E. Simmons
Susan & William Stannard
Jim & Debbie Stoddard
Bill & Marilyn Taylor
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Thiessen
DZ
Rick & Mary Schindler
Ann Schuller
Christina & Zack Shafran
Michael Shipley & Susan Harp
David & Linda Skaff Family
John & Traci Solomon
Dr. Bradley & Barbara Warady
Susan M. Warshawsky
Dale & Diane Wassergord
Terry & Debbie Westlund
Mr. and Mrs. Wheatman
Sheri & Wally Womack
Denise & Carl Yost
Anonymous (2)
Steve & Marianne Noll
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce E. Pendleton
Timothy W. Peters
Amanda Pierce
Susan Plunkett
Joe & Sara Romine
Kylie Schleicher
Thomas Scott
Dr. Joy Stevenson & Dr. John Sheets
Kathryn & Ross Sougéy
Adam Stant
John & Annette Talbot
Kathy & Dan Terrill
Angel Hephzibah Tseng
Frank & Mary Vail
Douglas & Beth Viehland
Frank & Helen Wewers
Gary Good & Jackie Charnley
Dr. Allen & Mrs. Gail Gutovitz
Patricia Hamilton
Debbie Haynes
Gretchen Hembree
Rita Henderson
Kenneth & Kim Hill
Shelly L. Holle
John & Sandra Hornbeck
Randy & Kelly Huffman
Kim & Tony Jackowski
Joshua Johnson
Patricia L. Jonietz
Jeff Kembel
Brenda Jean Kirkland
SPECIAL CONCERTS & EVENTS FOR SPOTLIGHT MEMBERS
Spotlight members enjoy benefits like members-only concerts and receptions, discounted tickets and more.
SPOTLIGHT CONTRIBUTORS CONTINUED
Joseph A. Kronawitter
Patrick J. Lais
Ed & Debbie Lane
Steve & Cindy Laubach
Sarah Leibowitz
Tom & Joyce Lohmeyer
Kevin Patrick Martinez
Douglas Millett
Kim Mills
Bruce & Becky Monke
Mack & Maryann Moorman
Tim Neitzy
Katherine Nevans
Linda & Reid Nickisch
Sara & Dave O’Connell
Elizabeth Olson
Tom & Pam Ostermann
Scott & Robin Page
Mrs. Jeannie Parelman
Kathy Perryman
Drs. Susan & Charles Porter
Dr. Amanda Price & Dr. Aaditya
Verma
Roger & Karen Prewitt
Kathy Rhodes
Mark & Monica Rieger
Scott & Beth Riekeman
Paul Rocke & Cheryl Brown
David & Jackie Russell
Don M. Salter
Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Schmidt
Brent Schondelmeyer
Mark & Janice Schonwetter
Mary E. Schust
Marco Segura
Mr. & Mrs. George D. Shadid
Sydney Shaw
Suellen Shea
Nathanael Shields
The Skolnick Family
Mareta J. Smith
Mary Fern & Wallie Souder
Kathryn & Ross Sougey
Terri Steenson
John Stevenson
Drs. Mathew & Kristen Strasser
Donna & Harvey Thalblum
Keith & Sharon Vickers
Peter & Deana Werkowitch
Robert & Candace White
Bill & Ronda White
Marta & Steve Williamson
Curtis Wilson
Peter Wirengard
Teddi Wolff
Denise Word Anonymous
RECOGNIZING OUR TRAILBLAZER MEMBERS
Trailblazer memberships support bringing Trailblazing Talks, our five-part speaker series, to the Kauffman Center. The Trailblazer Membership program is underwritten in part by Christina & Zack Shafran and the David & Linda Skaff family.
Dr. Daniel J. Altnether
Doug & Barbara Ambrose
Frank & Kathy Bednar
Brent & Tracy Berkley
Dhaval Bhavsar & Noopur Pathak
Larry S. Braddy & Leslie Kiernan
Steve & Patti Brownback
Kymberli Cutler
Jacob & Betsy Ambrose
Kelly & Alison Burt
Jon Chowning & Susan Yeager Chowning
Jane & George Cornwell
Tim & Trisha Drape
Derek & Jen Elder
ALL-ACCESS MEMBERS
Donald W. Dickey
Steven & Marlene Feder
Lisa Gingerich
Evan & Joanie James
Joseph P. Kearns
Kevin Maring & Deborah Alagna
Lou & Ann Pisani
Pat Raffel
Pete & Nancy Rucker
TRAILBLAZERS
Sarah Feil
David & Robin Hagedorn
Steve & Kathleen Hermes
Travis Jackson
Mark & Stacey McVey
Melissa Morley
Jenna S. Nelson
Camille Shafran
Christina & Zack Shafran
Paul J. & Katy Schofer
David & Linda Skaff Family
Lisa & Greg Soendker
Kathy & Dan Terrill
Frank & Mary Vail
Tom & Teresa Walsh
Sariah Pinick & Michael Brown
Steven V. Potter
Dena Sanders
Dani Simons
Mary Winter
Larry Wolfe
To join Spotlight or Trailblazers, contact Kelly Burt, Manager of Individual Giving, at 816.994.7927 or kburt@kauffmancenter.org. For more information, visit kauffmancenter.org/spotlight. kauffmancenter.org
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RECOGNIZING OUR MEMBERS
JUDGE JON GRAY (RET), CHAIR, ENSEMBLE ADVISORY COUNCIL
AAA Event Rental
Craig Associates, PC
Evergy
JE Dunn Construction
Kansas City Area
Development Council
Ash Grove Cement Company
Black Community Fund
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas City
Branded Custom Sportswear/ Design Resources
CBIZ MHM LLC
Commerce Bank
Company Kitchen
Country Club Bank
AdventHealth
Alliant Insurance Services, Inc.
American Century
ANEW Healthcare
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Kansas City
Eric Bosch
Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP
Bukaty Companies
Cornell Roofing & Sheet Metal Co.
Dennis Sneed Ford
Diagnostic Imaging Center, P.A.
Dimensional Innovations
Enterprise Bank & Trust
eyeSmith
Fifth Third Bank
Levity Events
Lifted Logic
Mercedes Benz of Kansas City & Mercedes Benz of Kansas City South
Moonshot Solutions
Empower Retirement
Hawthorn Bank
Heartland Black Chamber of Commerce
Henderson Engineers Inc.
Imperial PFS
KPMG LLP
Labconco Corporation
Lathrop GPM LLP
McCownGordon
Construction
First Citizens Bank
Forvis Mazars
Gates Bar B Q
Harvest Productions, Inc.
Hunt Midwest
Husch Blackwell LLP
InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza
Bob & Jana Johnson
Kansas City Marriott
Downtown
Kali Buchanan Interior
Design
KGR Consultants
Kissick Construction Company
The Lewer Companies
Lockton Companies
Loews Kansas City Hotel
RSM US LLP
Saint Luke’s
Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art
NvisionKC
Palmer Square Capital Management
Parisi Coffee
RJM & Company, LLC
Seigfreid Bingham PC
SpecChem LLC
Stewardship Capital
Stinson LLP
Mazuma Credit Union
Musselman and Hall
Office Products Alliance
Piper Sandler & Co
PLX
PostRock Trust Company
Rockhurst University
Serendipity Labs, Overland Park
Silverstein Eye Centers
SLATTERY Design + Architecture
Spencer Fane LLP
Alicia & Jim Starr
Stephens & Associates
Titan Protection & Consulting
Toshiba Business Solutions
Vivilore
Ensemble is the Kauffman Center’s business membership program. Kansas City’s most prominent business leaders and entrepreneurs recognize the power of aligning their brand with our community’s iconic performing arts center. Members and their clients receive exclusive access to the Kauffman Center and enjoy a range of experiences tailored to their interests and business needs.
Ensemble members regularly enjoy unique networking opportunities, complimentary tickets and VIP experiences.
To join Ensemble, contact Tricia Farrar, Manager of Corporate Giving, at 816.994.7914 or tfarrar@kauffmancenter.org. For more information, visit kauffmancenter.org/ensemble.
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RECOGNIZING KAUFFMAN CENTER ANNUAL DONORS
Hundreds of donors make annual gifts, allowing us to connect thousands of people to the Kauffman Center. Beneficiaries include young people attending student matinees and under-served families taking in a performance.
ORGANIZATIONS AND FOUNDATIONS
Arvin Gottlieb Charitable Foundation
The American Theatre Guild
Marion & Henry Bloch Family Foundation
Abe & Anna Bograd Memorial Trust
Constance M. Cooper
Charitable Foundation
Cottrell Family
Charitable Fund
Gerson Family Foundation
Blair & Matt Gogel & Lauritzen Foundation
Hartley Family Foundation
The Haverty Family Foundation
Hearst Foundations
The Hughes Family Fund
R.C. Kemper Charitable Trust, UMB Bank, Trustee
J. Scott Francis, Discretionary Fund, Francis Family Foundation
John N. and Marilyn P. McConnell Foundation
Linda Stevens Charitable Fund
Louis and Frances Swinken
Supporting Foundation of the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Kansas City
Muriel McBrien Kauffman Family Foundation
Merrill Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Missouri Arts Council
The City of KCMO Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund
Nichols Company
Charitable Trust
Padgett Family Foundation, Inc.
Richard J. Stern Foundation for the Arts, Commerce Bank, Trustee
Ronald D. Deffenbaugh Foundation
The Ralph L. Smith Illumination Fund
John W. & Effie E. Speas Memorial Trust, Bank of America, Trustee
Stephen Philibosian Foundation
Theater League
Willard Family Foundation
Thomas & Sally Wood Family Foundation
Anonymous (2)
SPONSORS
Evergy
InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza
JE Dunn Construction
Loews Kansas City Hotel
Mercedes Benz of Kansas City & Mercedes Benz of Kansas City South
Moonshot Solutions
PNC Bank
RSM US LLP
Saint Luke’s
Variety the Children’s Charity of Greater Kansas City
INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTORS
Gary Adams
Brad Allen & Gene Cooper
Mary & Alan Atterbury
John & Sally Austin
Charles & Jennifer Bacon
Gary & Debby Ballard
Paul & Kathy Bastasch
Alan Baudler
Ann Baum G. Kenneth & Ann Baum Philanthropic Fund
Melinda Beal
Galen P. Beaufort
Sue McCord Belzer & Irv Belzer
Gary & Suzy Bennett
Kent & Gayle Best
Rosana & Anthony Biondo
Carol Blum & Steven Wilson
Emily & Rick Boeshaar
Kevin & Lauren Bond
Bob & Marilyn Bowser
Tom & Judy Bowser
Barrett & Cheryl Brady
Joe & Jeanne Brandmeyer
John & Suzie Broberg
Peter W. & Lynne K. Brown
Herbert & Bonnie Buchbinder
Dr. & Mrs. Kenneth Buchwach
Lynne & Owen Buckley
Mr. G. Wayne Burge
Kay & John Callison
Lorry Chapman
Dave B. Chasteen
Charles & Virginia Clark
Craig Coen & Jeffrey Bellamy
Martha B. Comment
Steven & Beth Cole
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Collinson
Errol Copilevitz
Jane & George Cornwell
Don & Patricia Dagenais
Reid & Sue Davison
Vicki & Mark Dickerson
Ann Dickinson
Steve & Anne Dunn
William H. Dunn
Richard & Maureen Durwood Foundation
Barbara & Scott Eckley
Lisa & Buzzah Feingold
Mr. & Mrs. Randall C. Ferguson, Jr.
Mr. Michael Fields
Kathryn Foos
Sherry & Gary Forsee
Frick Family Foundation
Rob & Nancy Freemanx
Sandi & Ed Fried
Roger & Cheri Gardner
Gattermeir Family Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. James Gegg
Gerson Family Foundation
Julie & George Gilchrist
Edward Goldstein & Rachel Krantz
Gary Good & Jackie Charnley
Judge Jon R. Gray (Ret.) & Dr. Valerie Chow
Pam & Tom Greene
Marilyn & Kenneth Hager
Donald J. Hall
Don Hall, Jr.
Jill S. Hall
Eileen Hand
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey B. Hanes
Mr. David P. Harris
Joan Hartung
Robert J. Haupt
The Haverty Family Foundation
Beth & David Fowler
Rebecca Hawkins
Debbie Haynes
Richard & Julie Hellman
William & Kathryn Henderson
Lisa Merrill Hickok
John C. & Elizabeth G. Hjalmarson
Tom & Denise Holcom
Sally Milgram & Saul Honigberg
Joan Horan
Dennis & Carol Hudson
Family Foundation
The Hughes Family Fund
Collin Hulse & Kerry Brocker
RECOGNIZING KAUFFMAN CENTER ANNUAL DONORS (continued)
John & Mary Hunkeler
DeAnn E. Hupe Seib
Ann Hyde
Margaret W. Indellicate
Aaron Israelite
Dr. Roger & Sandy Jackson
Evan & Joanie James
Vicki & Harold James
Mark Jeffers
Marilyn & Ken Johnston
Dick & Sandy Jones, Fidelity Security Life Insurance
Phil & Sue Jones
Steve Joss
Sue & Buzz Kelsey
Jonathan & Nancy Lee Kemper
Day & Whitney Kerr
Lynn & Ann Kindred
Judy O. Kirk
Brenda Jean Kirkland
Robert Klein
Klinkenberg Family
Regina & William Kort
Mr. & Mrs. Norman M. Kressmann
Paul & Katrina LaDue
Michael & Jane Leach
Linda Lighton & Lynn Adkins
David & Janet Loftus
Bruce & Priscilla Long
Janet K. Long
Mazie Long
Bill & Peggy Lyons
Mr. & Mrs. John A. MacDonald
Greg & Liz Maday
Graham P. & Helen M. Marcott
Kevin Maring & Deborah Alagna
Mr. & Mrs. Alan R. Marsh
Bobbie Mathes
Mrs. Virginia B. McCallister
Virginia B. McCoy
In Memory of Jim McGraw
Heidi McIntyre
Mr. & Mrs. C. Patrick McLarney
Mark & Stacey McVey
Robert Meegan
Stephen & Susan Melton
Mr. & Mrs. Michael A. Merriman
Jackie & John Middelkamp
Eric & Margo Mikkelson
Edward P. Milbank
Trish Miles
Marshall & Janet Miller
Mike & Shelly Miller
Virginia McD. Miller
Yvonne Miller
Bob Monroe
Joe & Judy Moody
Edward K. Morris
Andrew & Cathryn Moyes
Daniel & Ann Musser
Barbara K. Nelson
Dr. Bill Nicely
Linda & Reid Nickisch
Steve & Marianne Noll
Annabel Nutter
Mr. & Mrs. Charles R. Olsen
Steven & Maggie Ornduff
Stephen & Virginia Otto
Richard D. & Amy Parent
Theodora Parsons
Dr. Ron & Donna Patton
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce E. Pendleton
Anne Peterson
John S. & Mary V. Petrow
Leslie Pfriem
Fred & Jami Pryor
Dave Raffel
Marsha Reese
Robert & Doris Rogers
Charlotte & Bob Ronan
Sarah & Landon Rowland
Keith G. Saxon
Ginzy Schaefer
Fani & Bill Schifman
Rick & Mary Schindler
Stuart Schlemmer
Shirley Schoenlaub
Paul J. & Katy Schofer
Mr. & Mrs. Michael A. Schultz
Dale Schwader
Mr. Thomas L. Schwegler
Betty C. Scott
Thomas Scott
Leonard & Michelle Searcy
Randy Sedlacek & Mary Ventura
Molly Sefton
Mr. James R. Seward
Christina & Zack Shafran
Larry Sheppard
Michael Shipley & Susan Harp
The Short Family
Myra Siegel
Sunday Siragusa
Christy & Patrick Sirridge
Ralph L. Smith Foundation
Rodney & Stephenie Smith
Charlie & Jeanne Sosland
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen S. Sparks
Susan & William Stannard
Linda S. Stevens
M. Jeannine Strandjord
Bill & Bo Stueck
Patrick & Janna Stueve
Family Foundation
Jo Ann & William D. Sullivan
Susan B. Susz
Melanie & H. Wayne Thompson, Jr.
R. Gordon Tompkins
Oscar & Ratana Tshibanda
Marylou Turner
Larry & Mona Tyrl
Douglas & Beth Viehland
Thomas Wallace
Myron & Nicki Wang
Terry & Linda Ward
Michael Waterford
Mrs. Daniel C. Weary
Weber Family Foundation
Roy & Leslye Werner
Frank & Helen Wewers
Robert M. White
Marta & Steve Williamson
George & Beverley Wilson
Jean Wise
Christopher E. Beal & Tim
Van Zandt
Anonymous (8)
OPEN DOORS
Dr. & Mrs. Robert C. Burns
Douglas & Helen Hatridge
The Ella Fitzgerald
Charitable Foundation
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Evergy
Frank & Margaret G. McGee Fund
Laurie J. Hamilton
Noreen & Steve Joice
Kirk Foundation
Marcia L. Morton
Patrick & Janna Stueve
Family Foundation
R & C Charitable Foundation
Jennifer L. Wehmeyer
The Hearst Foundations
Anonymous
I N-KIND PARTNERS
The Bridge
Buffalo State Pizza
Google Inc.
KCUR
Mildred’s Coffeehouse
The Roasterie, Inc.
KAUFFMAN CENTER LEGACY SOCIETY
Legacy Society members have made planned gifts to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, helping the organization plan for the future.
Barbara and Doug Cusick became Kauffman Center supporters long before ground was broken for the building.
“We were inspired by the many ways the Kauffman family has shown its support for Kansas City,” said Doug, “and we wanted to do what we could for the new performing arts venue.” Barbara and Doug opened their home and their unique collection of antique automatic musical instruments for fundraising events. They also made a generous capital gift, purchased a seat plaque in honor of his mother and contributed to the Jane Chu Arts Endowment.
Now Doug and Barbara have looked ahead by making the Kauffman Center the future recipient of a life insurance policy their family no longer needs. “It’s as easy as changing the beneficiary’s name on a whole life insurance policy,” Doug explained. “We see this as a legacy from our entire family, that makes the performing arts and a vibrant downtown available to our kids, grandkids and beyond.”
Christopher E. Beal & Tim Van Zandt
Tom & Judy Bowser
Morton & Una Creditor
Dr. Doug & Barbara Cusick & Family
Richard & Maureen Durwood
Jon and Cheri Gallion
Jonathan Klem
Nancy & Herb Kohn
Rachel Krantz & Edward Goldstein
Patrick & Amy McHenry
C. Stephen Metzler & Brian D. Williams
Nerman Family
Charlotte & Bob Ronan
Thomas M. & Betty C. Scott
A. William & Elizabeth T. Shafer
Joe and Susan Sims
Rick & Betsey Solberg
Byron & Sandra Whitaker
Anonymous
To find the planned giving option that works best for you, speak to your financial advisor and contact Trisha Drape, Vice President of Development, at tdrape@kauffmancenter.org or 816.994.7220.
Photo by Don Ipock
KAUFFMAN CENTER
ENDOWMENT AND CAPITAL DONORS
The Kauffman Center is able to provide extraordinary experiences because of these donors who helped make the building a reality. We appreciate their commitment to enriching the lives of everyone in our community.
FOUNDING DONORS
Grand Benefactors
Muriel McBrien Kauffman Family Foundation
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Julia Irene Dennie Kauffman
Hall Family Foundation
The Brandmeyer Family
Shirley Bush Helzberg & Barnett C. Helzberg, Jr.
Benefactors
American Century Investments
Bank of America, Trustee: Arthur Bloomgarten Trust
W.J. Brace Trust
Louis & Elizabeth Nave Flarsheim Charitable Foundation
Lindon Q. Skidmore Charitable Foundation, William V. Sisney, co trustee
John W. & Effie E. Speas Memorial Trust
Richard S. Wyler Charitable Trust
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas City
Tom & Judy Bowser
Pam & Cary DeCamp
The Gary Dickinson Family Foundation
DST Systems, Inc.
JE Dunn Construction
Richard & Maureen Durwood
Francis Family Foundation
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation
H&R Block
Adele & Donald Hall
The Shirley & Barnett Helzberg Foundation
KCP&L
Jan & Tom Kreamer
Barbara Hall Marshall
Marilyn & John McConnell
Miller Nichols Charitable Foundation
Thomas M. & Betty C. Scott
The Sosland Foundation
The Vivian & Hymie Sosland Charitable Trust
Sprint
The Sunderland Foundation
Susan B. & Mark A. Susz
UMB Bank, Trustee:
Enid & Crosby Kemper Foundation
Kearney Wornall Charitable Trust & Foundation
Geraldine & R.A. Barrows Foundation
Arvin Gottlieb Charitable Foundation, UMB, Corporate Trustee
E. Kemper & Anna Curry Carter Community Memorial Trust
Rosalie O’Reilly Wooten & Family
Patrons
Andrews McMeel Universal Foundation
Anonymous
Aquila Foundation
Andrew L. Atterbury & Gwyn A. Prentice
Mary & Alan Atterbury
Bank Midwest
Paul & Joan Jenkins Bartlett
Mr. & Mrs. Charles W. Battey
G. Kenneth & Ann Baum
Melinda L. & Tom E. Beal
Robert & Phyliss Bernstein
Marion & Henry Bloch Family Foundation
Kenneth & Lisa Block Philanthropic Fund
Abe & Anna Bograd Memorial Trust
Peter W. & Lynne K. Brown
The Late Saurine L. & Eugene D. Brown
Richard P. and Jane M. Bruening
Lynne & Owen Buckley
Stanley J. Bushman & Ann Canfield
Capitol Federal
Charles & Virginia Clark
Barton J. & Phyllis Cohen Charitable Foundation
Jeannette & Jerome Cohen Philanthropic Fund
Payless Holdings Inc.
Constance M. Cooper
The Copaken Family
Dave & Jamie Cummings
Curry Family Foundation
Dr. Doug & Barbara Cusick & Family
Mr. & Mrs. Vernon Davidson
DeBruce Companies
The Families of Drs. David & Robert Dockhorn
Irene Dreiseszun
Peggy & Terry Dunn Family
Elsberry Family Foundation
Jacqueline & Robert Epsten Foundation
Todd Epsten & Family
Mark Ernst Family
Sue Ann & Richard E. Fagerberg
Fidelity Security Life Insurance Company |
The Richard F. Jones Family
Martha & Marvin Field
Sherry & Gary Forsee
Frick Family Foundation
Dr. Michael & Ginger Frost
Mr. Richard I. Galamba
Patty & Charles Garney
Barbara & Peter Gattermeir Family
The Gautreaux Family
Gerson Family Foundation
Stanley L. & Geraldine Goldberg Family Fund
Robert & Marlese Gourley
Nancy & Rick Green
KAUFFMAN CENTER
ENDOWMENT AND CAPITAL DONORS (continued)
Patrons (continued)
Kenneth V. & Marilyn J. Hager
Hartley Family Foundation
The Michael & Marlys Haverty Family Foundation
HCA Midwest Health System
The Hearst Foundations
Charles M. Helzberg & Sandra Baer
Paul & Betty Henson
Irv & Ellen Hockaday
The Hunt Family Foundation, Kansas City Chiefs & Hunt
Midwest Enterprises
Clifford W. & Bonne A. Illig
Mrs. Beth Ingram
Vera Isenberg
Dr. Roger & Mrs. Sandy Jackson
Cliff C. Jones, Jr.
The Kansas City Southern Charitable Fund
Marcia Karbank
Jonathan & Nancy Lee Kemper
David & Demi Kiersznowski
Deborah Y. & Robert Almy Kipp
Phil & Judy Kirk
Nancy & Herb Kohn
KPMG LLP
George Hodges Langworthy, Sr.
Benny & Edith Lee
Ron & Cassie LeMay
Molly G. Levitt
Linda Lighton & Lynn Adkins
Lockton
Vincent & A.J. LoScalzo
Bill & Peggy Lyons
Colette & James Majerle Family
Dennis & Susan Lordi Marker
Norman & Lorraine Martin
Tom & Kay Martin | Thomas Martin Foundation
Mary Ford Maurer
Tinka & Harry McCray
Tom & Jean McDonnell
The Frank McGee Family
Mr. & Mrs. Fred L. Merrill
C. Stephen Metzler & Brian D. Williams
Mr. & Mrs. John Middelkamp
Edward P. Milbank
Michael & Patricia Morrissey
Bill & Barbara Nelson
Nerman Family
Henry & Cara Newell
James B. Nutter & Company
James B. Nutter Family
H. Tony & Marti Oppenheimer & The Oppenheimer Brothers Foundation
Oppenstein Brothers Foundation
I.A. O’Shaughnessy Foundation/Wysong Family Foundation
P1 Group, Inc.
The Children of Flossie & Steve S. Pack
Bill & Carolyn Patterson
John S. & Mary V. Petrow
Jack & Susan Pierson
Polsinelli
Norman & Elaine Polsky Family Supporting Foundation
George & Wendy Powell
The Privitera Family | Mark One Electric Co.
Fred H. Pryor
Shirley J. Pryor
Bob & Ann Regnier
Victor & Helen Regnier Foundation
Charlotte & Bob Ronan
Sarah & Landon Rowland | The Ever Glades Fund
Carl J. Schramm & Ellyn L. Brown
The Victor E. & Caroline E. Schutte Foundation
John & Marny Sherman
The Short Family
Joe & Susan Sims
Louis & Sharon Smith
Elizabeth T. & Frederick M. Solberg, Jr.
Morton & Estelle Sosland
Richard H. Spencer & Katherine G. Spencer
Spencer Fane Britt & Browne LLP
Jane & Jack Strandberg Charitable Foundation, Bank of America, Trustee
Bill & Bo Stueck
Ten Ten Foundation
The Byron Thompson Family Country Club Bank
John E. Tillotson & Jody Tillotson
C. Humbert & Carol Tinsman
Elizabeth & James E.C. Tinsman
Tivol
Courtney S. Turner Charitable Trust
The Uhlmann Family U.S. Bank
Waddell & Reed
The Thomas Connelly Wallingford Family
Teresa & Tom Walsh
Michael Waterford
Anonymous
Keith & Margie Weber Foundation
William C. & Barbara J. Willson
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Jefferson Wood, Jr.
YRC Worldwide
Contributors
Christine & Don Alexander
Brad Allen & Gene Cooper
Suzanne Eleanor Allen
The Marvin & Jeff Alport Family
American Guild of Organists Greater Kansas City Chapter
American Italian Pasta Company
A Division of Ralcorp Holdings
Ameristar Casino Hotel
Kansas City
Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan C. Angrist
Anonymous
Suzie Aron & Joseph Levin
Arvest Bank
Keith & Connie Ashcraft
AT&T Foundation
Frank Austenfeld & Brenda (Ballard) Austenfeld
Verna G. Austin
Charles & Jennifer Bacon
William & Betty Baker
Bank of America Matching Gifts
Mr. Paul A. Barnds & Dr. Shawn R. Sabin
George & Theresa Barton
Mr. & Mrs. Terry Bassham
Jack & Kim Bastable
Chris Beal & Tim Van Zandt
Mr. & Mrs. Edward L. Benson
Alleta & Don Biggs
KAUFFMAN CENTER
ENDOWMENT AND CAPITAL DONORS (continued)
Contributors (continued)
T. Eugene Bileski & Diane R. Krizek
Rita & Irwin Blitt
Annette Bloch
Harvey S. Bodker
Mark S. Box, MD
Barrett & Cheryl Brady
Mary Shaw Branton
George & Leslie Brett
Ruth M. Brito
Jack & Fran Brozman
Dr. Stephen K. & Susan Bubb
Herb & Bonnie Buchbinder
Burns & McDonnell
Betty & Jordan Bushman
Kenneth & Jean Butler
Martha B. Comment
Barry & Suzanne Cooper
Family Fund
Mary Kay & Stephen Corbeil
Michael & Sherry Coughlin
Cray Foundation
Dr. & Mrs. Morton Creditor
Judith Ann Cunningham
Anita Daniels & Family
Cindy & Vince Dasta
Dr. Mark & Diane Davidner
The Lois & Thomas Davidson Family
John C. & Jane Reusser Davis
Ann Dickinson
Joyce DiDonato
Mark & Amy Dobbins & Family
Maureen Dudgeon & Bradd Silver
Ken Dworak
Courtney R. Earnest
Erik & Beverly Elving
Entertainment Properties
Trust
Jo Ann Straube Field
Bob Firnhaber & Sally Groves
Ann & Gary Fish
Jack & Trudy Gabriel
Blanche Gangwere
GE Foundation
David & Linda Gentile
Esther & Donald Giffin
Steven B. & Lisa E. Glassman
Robert J. & E. Marlese
Gourley
Grant Thornton LLP
Mary & Bill Grant
Hon. William G. & Peggy Mathews Gray
Ted H. & Mary Lou Greene
Family Foundation Fund
Lee & Amy Greif
Megan & Michael Grossman
H&R Block, Inc. Matching Gifts
Elise & Allan Hall
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey B. Hanes
Marla McCaffree Harper
Dr. & Mrs. Frederick Hartwig
Nancy P. & Robert W. Hatch
Nancy & Tim Helton & Family
Jamie & Bush Helzberg
Drs. Clarke & Mary Henry
Michael & Karen Herman
John Dible Hickok, Jr. & Lisa Merrill Hickok
David & Linda Hill
James M. Hobbs II DDS & Grace G. Hobbs
J. B. & Anne Hodgdon
John & Sharon Hoffman
Tom & Denise Holcom
Dorothy H. & David H. Hughes, Sr.
Christopher & Linda Iliff
Tom & Ann Isenberg
Jack Stack Barbecue
Dr. Larry & Gretchen Jacobson
Rusty & Ann Jandl
Norge W. Jerome, PhD
Jacqueline & Lynn Johnson
Gary E. Jones
Charles S. Joss, Jr.
Judy Joss Family
Ronald & Sarah Jury Family
Michael L. Kahn
Sybil & Norman Kahn
John Kander
Kansas City Symphony Musicians’ Association
Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences
Rose & Barney Karbank
Dr. Andrew & Lynn Kaufman
Key Charitable Trust
Ellie & Richard Knopke
Regina & William Kort
Douglas & Susan Krebs
David C. Lady
Lathrop & Gage LLP
Leslie Bowles Lerner
Eli Lilly & Company Foundation, Inc.
Carol H. Logan &
Fred J. Logan, Jr.
Dr. Edwin T. Long & Mary Long
Marlene & Sandy Louchheim
Mr. Robert P. Lyons
M&R Financial Young & Liess
Thomas & Gay Manning
Jack & Bobbie Mathes
Ford & Christine Maurer
Michael T. Mayer Family
Carl & Lee McCaffree
Virginia B. McCoy
Charles E. & Candace L. F. McDowell
Tom & Judith Pease McEvoy
Mr. & Mrs. James E. McGraw
Becky & Rowe McKinley
Jacquie McKinney’s Legacy
Dan Meiners & David Brinkerhoff
Lance & Lissa Melber
The Harold & Marilyn
Melcher Foundation
Bernadette & Dick Miller Family
Marshall & Janet Miller
Mike & Shelly Miller
Ray & Kim Miller
Robert E. Miller Group
Virginia McD. Miller
Fred & Linda Mitchell Family
Marilyn & John Mitchell
Mark & Julie Morris
Sherrill Mulhern
Mr. & Mrs. A. H. Myers, Jr.
Jeannette Nichols
Nichols Company Charitable Trust
Brad & Linda Nicholson
Phyllis & Ronald Nolan
Tom W. & Jeanne H. Olofson
Charles & Jane Olsen
Jack & Georgia Olsen
Terri Olsen
Robert A. Olson Estate
Sally J. & R. Lyman Ott
Richard & Louise Parizek
Judith Parker
Deloras & L. Beaty Pemberton
The Anne Peterson & Bertil & Ulla Brunk Families
Dr. & Mrs. Larry Piebenga
The Pioli Family
Bill & Susie Popplewell
Drs. Susan & Charles Porter
Peter & Cappy Powell
James & Kathryn Prevost
David & Patricia Raffel
Michael J. Rainen Family
Clark & Jeanne Redick
Mary & Steve Reiff
Carolyn & Bob Reintjes
J. B. Reynolds Foundation
Thomas & Marjorie Rhone
RLS Illumination Fund
Fred & Cindy Rock
Joe & Judy Roetheli & Lil’ Red Foundation
Connie & David Ross
Elizabeth S. Rowe
Melissa & Matthew Rubel
Mr. & Mrs. John Tough
Russell
Randy & Mary Ann St. Clair
Dr. Robert & Anne St. Peter & Family
Marilyn B. Salomon & David W. Renner
Ken & Roswitha Schaffer
Daniel & Miriam Scharf
Lisa & Charles Schellhorn
Mary & David Schulte
Dr. & Mrs. A. William Shafer
Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP
Myra & Lester Siegel, Jr.
David & Linda Skaff
Susan & Tuck Spaulding
Barbara & Jack Spilker
Sprint Nextel Corporation
Dr. Gregory C. & Janet M. Starks
Jack & Martha Steadman
Family Foundation
Dr. Michael & Dr. Michella Stiles
Stinson Morrison Hecker LLP
John & Peggy Stone
Greg & Barbara Storm
Mary Jeannine Strandjord
Harry B. & Anna C. Strauss
Philanthropic Fund
Jo Ann & William D. Sullivan
Ann & John Sundeen
Peter Sunderman & Curt Thomas
Symphony League of Kansas City
William & Marilyn Taylor
Tension Envelope Foundation & the Berkley Families
The Thau Family
Theater League
Marilyn Craigmiles Thomas
Barbara Welch Thompson
The Torosian Foundation
Sally Turk Tranin
Carol & Cliff Trenton
Cathy, Steve & Debbie Trenton
Julia Ann Trotter
Trudy Foundation
Marylou & John D. Turner
Norma & Bryce Turville
Union Pacific Corporation
U.S. Engineering Company
Sharon & Tom Van Dyke
Kathy & Mark Walker
Walker Uniform Service
Myron & Nicole Wang
Dr. Bradley & Barbara Warady
Terry & Linda Ward
Gary L. Warmker
Dale & Diane Wassergord
Larry & Joni Weiner
Sally & Bob West
Westar Energy
Frank & Helen Wewers
Byron & Sandra Whitaker
Helen E. (Pasek) White
Lewis & Shirley White
The John R. Wilson Family
Bob & Marcia Wolff
Ron & Marilyn Wollard
Mary Edith Woodward
Steve Wright & Paula Thurman
Roxy A. Yowell
KAUFFMAN CENTER STAFF
EXECUTIVE STAFF
Paul J. Schofer, President and Chief Executive Officer
Colby Jones, Chief Financial Officer
Patrick Donnelly, CVE, Vice President of Theater Operations
Trisha Drape, Vice President of Development
Bill Miller, Vice President of Operations
DEVELOPMENT & DONOR RELATIONS
Tricia Farrar, Manager of Corporate Giving
Kelly Burt, Manager of Individual Giving
Lenka Day, Development Specialist
Logan Busch, Donor Information & Data Specialist
Sariah Pinick, Grants and Appeals Specialist
Joan Israelite, Consultant
Janet Mark, Consultant
FACILITIES
Jamie Clack, Facilities Manager
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION
Susan Campain, Controller
Jo Keatley, Executive Assistant to the President and CEO
Nathaniel Baker, Shared Services Database Manager
Stausha Bailey, Senior Accounting Generalist
Drora Hinojosa, Accounting Generalist
MARKETING & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Emily Lane, Director of Marketing & Community Engagement
Amber Hipp, Marketing Manager
Mary Maxine Luber, Community Engagement Manager
Tim Hawks, Senior Digital Strategist
Jen Iseman, Graphic Designer
Ellen McDonald, Publicist/Consultant
PATRON SERVICES
Barry Myers, Senior Director of Patron Services
Jenny DeFreece, CVA, Senior Manager of Volunteer Services
Eryn Walters, CVP, Manager of Patron Services
Faith Andra Harris, Volunteer Services Specialist
Morgan Prosser, Ticketing Services Manager
Leah Eggimann, Ticketing Services Coordinator
Sarah Scott, Ticketing Services Coordinator
Amanda Morris, Ticketing Services Specialist
SPECIAL EVENTS & CATERING
Lisa Voss, Senior Director of Sales
John Foster, Event Operations Manager
Faith Rauen, Facility Events Supervisor
THEATER OPERATIONS
Eric Miller, Senior Production Services Manager
Don Hovis, Production Services Manager
Tess Prusa, Theater Operations Manager
Jason Way, Production Services Supervisor
Palmer Jankens, Audio Production Supervisor
