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TABLE O F CO N TEN TS Letter From Chairman of the Board & Board Listing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Upcoming Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 The Planet in Our Hands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Volunteer Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Emergency Evacuation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Bay of Life: From Wind to Whales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Patron Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Spotlight Premier & Spotlight Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Ensemble Business Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Kauffman Center Annual Donors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Legacy Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Endowment and Capital Donors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Kauffman Center Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Support Kauffman Center The Kauffman Center is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Contribute today at kauffmancenter.org. Stay Connected Visit kauffmancenter.org to join our email list and stay in-the-know about Kauffman Center programming, events and opportunities. Find us on Facebook (facebook.com/kauffmancenter) and LinkedIn (Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts) or engage with us on Instagram and YouTube (@kauffmancenter). . 4 . kauffmancenter.org

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Julia Irene Dennie ‑ Kauffman C HAIR MAN O F THE BOA R D 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 Photo by Chris Vleisides 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

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T HE RE ’S SOMETHING FO R EV ERYON E AT TH E KAUFFMAN CENTER APRIL EVENTS Kauffman Center Presents Bat Out of Hell: The Musical Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Kauffman Center Presents Blue Man Group North American Tour April 17-19, 2026 Kansas City Symphony Presents Farrenc, Schumann and Dvorák April 17-19, 2026

Millennial Choirs & Orchestas 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 Kansas Jazz Orchestra Presents Shaken, Not Stirred: A 007 Concert Saturday, May 30, 2026

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9,000+ young people, families, educators and veterans have received free or discounted performance tickets.

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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.

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Mattias Alexandrov Klum was born in Uppsala, Sweden in 1968. He has worked full-time as a photographer since 1986, and as a cinematographer and director on numerous film and television projects since 1994. Klum is internationally recognized for describing and portraying animals, plants and natural and cultural settings in the form of articles, books, films, lectures and exhibitions. His artistic photographic language has rendered him success not only in the world of documentaries but also in the art scene. Klum has undertaken numerous major expeditions to Borneo, Malaysia, India, Nigeria, Brazil, Costa Rica, Guyana, Thailand, South Africa, China, Iceland, Galapagos,

Ecuador, Botswana, Panama, Mongolia, Peru, Rwanda, Zimbabwe, Hawaii and Antarctica, among other locations. Awards include Medal of the 8th Grade from the King of Sweden, Young Global Leader by World Economic Forum and Goodwill Ambassador for IUCN. Mattias is a member of the Board of Trustees of WWF Sweden and a Fellow of National Geographic Society, Stockholm Resilience Centre, and The Linnean Society of London.

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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!”

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 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.”

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!”

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.” . 1 8 . kauffmancenter.org

Learn more about the Kauffman Center’s volunteer program and get involved: Visit kauffmancenter.org/volunteer to learn more and complete an application.

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E MERGE NCY EVAC UATIO N P RO C EDURES 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.

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*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.

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Travel for her Traveler story “The Last Real Africa.” Eckstrom has teamed up with Lanting to produce a number of acclaimed books. As a videographer, she has produced stories for the National Geographic Channel, PBS, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Annenberg Space for Photography. Lanting and Eckstrom are partners in life and work. They promote understanding about the Earth through images and stories that inspire wonder and engagement with our living planet. Through their work and alliances, they create leverage for conservation efforts ranging from local initiatives to global campaigns. kauffmancenter.org . 2 7 .

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PAT RON I NFO RM ATIO N 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. . 3 0 . 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 Thank you Variety Children’s Charity of Greater Kansas City for supporting the following accessibility resources at the Kauffman Center.

Serenity Rooms 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. kauffmancenter.org . 3 1 .

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RECO G NI ZI NG O U R SPOT LI G H T PR E M IER M EM B E RS 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

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SPOTLIGHT SILVER 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

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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

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 MEMBERSHIP LISTING AS OF MARCH 1 0, 2 026

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Spotlight Premier members have access to the best seats in both theaters, valet parking, exclusive dinners and more. Enjoy members‑only events, presales and artist meet‑and‑ greets all while mingling with fellow performing arts lovers.

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To join Spotlight Premier, contact Kelly Burt, Manager of Individual Giving, at 816.994.7927 or kburt@kauffmancenter.org. For more information, visit kauffmancenter.org/spotlight.

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RECO G NI ZI NG O U R S P OTL IG H T M EM B ERS 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

Mr. Clarence E. Simmons Susan & William Stannard Jim & Debbie Stoddard Bill & Marilyn Taylor Mr. & Mrs. Michael Thiessen DZ

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

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)

SPOTLIGHT RISING STARS

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

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

SP EC I A L CONC ERTS & EVEN TS FOR SPOTL I GH T M E M B E RS

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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

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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. ALL-ACCESS MEMBERS Donald W. Dickey Dr. Daniel J. Altnether Camille Shafran Steven & Marlene Feder Doug & Barbara Ambrose Christina & Zack Shafran Lisa Gingerich Frank & Kathy Bednar Paul J. & Katy Schofer Evan & Joanie James Brent & Tracy Berkley David & Linda Skaff Family Joseph P. Kearns Dhaval Bhavsar & Lisa & Greg Soendker Noopur Pathak Kevin Maring & Kathy & Dan Terrill Deborah Alagna Larry S. Braddy & Frank & Mary Vail Leslie Kiernan Lou & Ann Pisani Tom & Teresa Walsh Steve & Patti Brownback Pat Raffel Kymberli Cutler Pete & Nancy Rucker TRAILBLAZERS Jacob & Betsy Ambrose Steven V. Potter Sarah Feil David & Robin Hagedorn Dena Sanders Kelly & Alison Burt Steve & Kathleen Hermes Dani Simons Jon Chowning & Travis Jackson Mary Winter Susan Yeager‑Chowning Mark & Stacey McVey Larry Wolfe Jane & George Cornwell Melissa Morley Tim & Trisha Drape Jenna S. Nelson Derek & Jen Elder MEMBERSHIP LISTING AS OF MARCH 1 0, 2 026 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.

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RECO G NI ZI NG O U R J U D G E J O N G R AY ( R E T ) , C H A I R , E N S E M B L E A D V I S O R Y C O U N C I L

AAA Event Rental Craig Associates, PC Evergy JE Dunn Construction Kansas City Area Development Council

Levity Events Lifted Logic Mercedes‑Benz of Kansas City & Mercedes‑Benz of Kansas City South Moonshot Solutions

RSM US LLP Saint Luke’s Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP

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

Empower Retirement Hawthorn Bank Heartland Black Chamber of Commerce Henderson Engineers Inc. Imperial PFS KPMG LLP Labconco Corporation Lathrop GPM LLP McCownGordon Construction

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

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

Mazuma Credit Union First Citizens Bank Musselman and Hall Forvis Mazars Office Products Alliance Gates Bar‑B‑Q Piper Sandler & Co Harvest Productions, Inc. PLX Hunt Midwest PostRock Trust Company Husch Blackwell LLP InterContinental Kansas City Rockhurst University Serendipity Labs, at the Plaza Overland Park Bob & Jana Johnson Silverstein Eye Centers Kansas City Marriott SLATTERY Design + Downtown Architecture Kali Buchanan Interior Spencer Fane LLP Design Alicia & Jim Starr KGR Consultants Stephens & Associates Kissick Construction Titan Protection & Company Consulting The Lewer Companies Toshiba Business Solutions Lockton Companies Vivilore Loews Kansas City Hotel

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Presented by

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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.

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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. kauffmancenter.org . 3 9 .

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RECO G NI ZI NG KAU F FMA N C E N TER A N N UA L 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. Jane & George Cornwell SPONSORS ORGANIZATIONS Don & Patricia Dagenais Evergy 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)

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InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza JE Dunn Construction Loews Kansas City Hotel Mercedes‑Benz of Kansas City & Mercedes‑Benz of Kansas City South NetStandard Inc. 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

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

RECO G NI ZI NG KAU F FMA N C E N TER A N N UA L 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

IN-KIND PARTNERS The Bridge Buffalo State Pizza Google Inc. KCUR Mildred’s Coffeehouse The Roasterie, Inc.

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KAU F FMAN CE N T ER L EG ACY SO CI ETY Legacy Society members have made planned gifts to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, helping the organization plan for the future.

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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

C. Stephen Metzler & Brian D. Williams

Tom & Judy Bowser

Nerman Family

Morton & Una Creditor

Charlotte & Bob Ronan

Dr. Doug & Barbara Cusick & Family

Thomas M. & Betty C. Scott

Richard & Maureen Durwood

A. William & Elizabeth T. Shafer

Jon and Cheri Gallion

Joe and Susan Sims

Jonathan Klem

Rick & Betsey Solberg

Nancy & Herb Kohn

Byron & Sandra Whitaker

Rachel Krantz & Edward Goldstein

Anonymous

Patrick & Amy McHenry 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.

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KAU F FMA N CE N T ER E NDOWME NT A N D CA P ITA L D O NORS 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

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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.

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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

KAU F FMA N CE N T ER E NDOWME NT A N D CA P ITA L D O NORS (continued) Contributors (continued) Hon. William G. &

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 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

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

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KAU F FMAN CE N T ER STA F F EXECUTIVE STAFF Paul J. Schofer, President and Chief Executive Officer Colby Jones, Chief Financial Officer Patrick Donnelly, CVE, Vice President of Theater Operations

MARKETING & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Emily Lane, Director of Marketing & Community Engagement Amber Hipp, Marketing Manager

Trisha Drape, Vice President of Development

Mary Maxine Luber, Community Engagement Manager

Bill Miller, Vice President of Operations

Tim Hawks, Senior Digital Strategist Jen Iseman, Graphic Designer

DEVELOPMENT & DONOR RELATIONS

Ellen McDonald, Publicist/Consultant

Tricia Farrar, Manager of Corporate Giving

PATRON SERVICES

Kelly Burt, Manager of Individual Giving

Barry Myers, Senior Director of Patron Services

Lenka Day, Development Specialist Logan Busch, Donor Information & Data Specialist

Jenny DeFreece, CVA, Senior Manager of Volunteer Services

Sariah Pinick, Grants and Appeals Specialist

Eryn Walters, CVP, Manager of Patron Services

Joan Israelite, Consultant

Faith Andra Harris, Volunteer Services Specialist

Janet Mark, Consultant

Morgan Prosser, Ticketing Services Manager Leah Eggimann, Ticketing Services Coordinator

FACILITIES

Sarah Scott, Ticketing Services Coordinator

Jamie Clack, Facilities Manager

Amanda Morris, Ticketing Services Specialist

FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION

SPECIAL EVENTS & CATERING

Susan Campain, Controller

Lisa Voss, Senior Director of Sales

Jo Keatley, Executive Assistant to the President and CEO

John Foster, Event Operations Manager Faith Rauen, Facility Events Supervisor

Nathaniel Baker, Shared Services Database Manager

THEATER OPERATIONS

Stausha Bailey, Senior Accounting Generalist

Eric Miller, Senior Production Services Manager

Drora Hinojosa, Accounting Generalist

Don Hovis, Production Services Manager Tess Prusa, Theater Operations Manager Jason Way, Production Services Supervisor Palmer Jankens, Audio Production Supervisor

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