At year's end, most of us take time to reflect on the past year, and then look forward and start making plans. We've had a great year in the Volunteer Guild with many new people joining and becoming involved. When we first started the Guild, we had about 18 active members, and I'm very happy to report that we now have over 40 ACTIVE
members. Many blessings to each and every one of you!!

Kudos to Pete and Lorraine Sullivan for their many donations for the "Goodies Auction". From tallying up the totals, it seems they brought in the highest dollar amount for the theatre from among the Guild members! Job well done, guys!! They were followed closely by Pat and Len LaCroix and John Rhinehart. Thanks to all of you who
purchased items as well. Support for the theatre goes both ways in this case!

As 2009 comes to an end, I would like to thank each and every one of you for the hours of volunteer service you have put in at the theatre. It means a lot to know that there are some I can call anytime when something is needed. It's not so frustrating to know that there are some who will call before every show to let me know what night they will be there to work in the concession stand. Volunteers are special and you all deserve a star!

(EDITOR'S NOTE: I am so proud of all of the Guild members for your efforts in 2009. You definitely made a difference and you helped in one of our mission goals--you changed lives! Thank You!)

 

Fifty actors from the YES! Company acted superbly during the run of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever and showed once again that they are hard to beat for entertainment value when they take the stage. We had several new faces in the cast this Christmas so we are looking forward to many to return to the stage in 2010.

FOR ALL OF YOU WHO BAKED, BOUGHT GOODIES, CHEERED US ON, WE THANK YOU. WE HAD ONE OF OUR BIGGEST FUND RAISERS EVER. WE RAISED IN EXCESS OF $8500.00.

 

Dennis Gilmore, Executive Director, 903-675-3908 Dennis Gilmore has been in theatre for 26 years working as an actor, director, producer and technical director. He directs the majority of the shows at HCPAC as well as producing all main stage, black box and touring shows. Dennis has a tireless energy to educate and entertain and works to provide Henderson County with quality entertainment for its families and quality education for its youth. He serves as the Vice President of Education for the American Association of Community Theatres and serves on the Board of Directors of Texas Nonprofit Theaters. Dennis has a MA in Theatre from Stephen F. Austin State University.
Dana Lynch, Technical Director, 903-675-3908 Dana is a master scene designer and set builder working with Dennis Gilmore to present the best stage settings in East Texas. Dana is also a successful artist who loves to work in varying mediums. Her works have won her awards throughout East Texas. She also loves to get on stage every once in a while and is equally deft in the spotlight as she is behind the scenes. Dana is very active in the Athens area and her skills are in high demand; luckily, we got to her first.
Paige Page, Office Manager, 903-675-3908 ext 201 Paige is the office manager and reservation manager. Call the theatre and Paige will answer your questions and ensure that your concerns are properly addresses. Paige has two wonderful children, a horse, and several dogs. Catch Paige on the weekends when she manages her own dog grooming business.

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The vitality of a city is determined by its cultural resources. HCPAC strives for excellence in this area and depends on support from the community to achieve it.

Since its inception in 1964, our name has become synonymous with artistic excellence. The theatre’s commitment to producing high quality productions is evidenced in the fabulous sets, costumes and imaginative interpretations of great plays, through the development of new works and through the commitment to arts education for the young people of our community.

However, what you may not know is that ticket sales cover only 30% of the cost of our productions, education and operating costs. The only way we can bridge the gap is trough special events and donations from contributors, businesses and organizations.

Your reasons for giving to the theatre may be as varied as how you would like to make your donation. That is why we offer a variety of ways to support our programs.

There are a number of ways you can support the theatre this year, each yielding special privileges. Every gift makes a difference. We are at your service to answer questions at the number listed below. Watch this web site as we continue to add information about our annual fund, partners program, corporate support, friend of the theatre program, memorials, take your seat program and others.

To learn more about the many privileges of giving, please call Dennis Gilmore at 903-675-3908, ext. 203.