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Message from the President
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Dear WHATCo Friends,
I am heartbroken to officially share that WHATCo's time in the Holy Cross school space came to its end on June 30, to make the same space available for a new tenant. While we are disappointed that the archdiocese has determined the parish's financial needs cannot allow us to stay in the space any longer, we are hopeful that a new and even better space will be found.
Spending these last 18 months growing and creating together in a single location has been amazing, affirming, and inspiring for all of us. Thank you for your part in creating this special magic with us. But now, we must enlist the the help of our community to help us identify potential space to rent or purchase.
Don’t worry, the changes will be minimal and our theater community will continue to stay connect and grow. For the immediate future, we will continue to drive forward our mission to bring the arts and arts opportunities to you, our West Hudson community - taking performances right into the heart of our towns in public spaces (Shakespeare in the Park in Kearny’s Arlington Depot Park on July 28th!), by partnering with local businesses to have staged readings through our River's Edge Stage, and more. We are excited for you to be a part of that and look forward to sharing plans for a new season of productions soon. Keep an eye on our website (whatconj.org) and follow us on your favorite social media platform for the latest news and events.
Please consider WHATCo in your charitable giving, we need your support (both financial and in-person) now more than ever.
As always, FOR THE ARTS!
Brandi-Leigh Miller
President, WHATCo Do you know of a building
or space in the immediate West Hudson area that might be a good fit
for a theater company?
If so, please reach out to
me at brandi@whatconj.org, I would love to speak with you to find a new location for
our #bigbluedoors
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Shakespeare in the Park at
HACPAC
102 State St., Hackensack, NJ
July 10, 17, & 24 at 7:30 pm
Shakespeare in the Park in
Kearny
Arlington Depot Park, Kearny NJ
July 28th at 7:00 pm
A tale of mistaken identity leads to confusion,
trickery, and unrequited love.
This popular Shakespeare comedy promises hilarious
hijinks that lead to a happy ending for all.
Outdoor performance - bring your own chair or blanket
FREE ADMISSION | DONATIONS ACCEPTED
No alcohol permitted
Shakespeare in the
Park HACPAC is a special collaboration with
the Hackensack
Performing Arts Center and Teaneck New Theatre.
Shakespeare in the
Arlington Depot Park is a special collaboration with
the Town of Kearny
and the Kearny Urban Enterprize Zone (KUEZ).
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Director: Matt Masiello
Stage Manager: Emily Schepker | Costuming:
Samantha Egge, Lily Mayo
Musical Direction: Gunnar Holmberg
| Sound Design: Jim Miller
Producer: Amanda Castro-Conroy
With original music by
Gunnar Holmberg
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The Cast
Viola:
Grace Ahlin
Olivia:
Samantha Egge
Maria:
Holly Stefanik
Sir Toby
Belch: John Jesse Jeffords
Sir Andrew
Aguecheek: Gunnar Holmberg
Malvolio:
Christopher Tully
Feste:
Jackie Wilberton
Orsino:
Frankie Perez
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Sebastian:
James Phillips
Antonio:
Joseph Jones
Curio/ensemble:
Scout Graham
Valentine/ensemble:
Jenny DeCelles
Sea
Captain/ensemble: Joe Turner
1st
officer/ensemble: Lillian Mayo
2nd
officer/ensemble: Melissa Ramirez
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WHATCo is proud of and
grateful for all of their talented volunteers who help bring the
arts to life for the community!
We asked a volunteer about
her favorite WHATCo projects and why she enjoys being a part of
this theater community.
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Actor, Singer
“I've enjoyed just about everything I've done at WHATCo. It's hard to pick favorites. I loved being the villain in the Murder Mystery, but if I had to, I'd say that I liked the Children's Shows the best, especially School House Rock.
I guess I like everything about working with the theatre. I get energized by the performing but I also enjoy the "behind the scenes" activity, the rehearsals, the tech days. Most of all, I appreciate the welcoming sense of community that I find at WHATCo.”
We will continue to shine a spotlight on volunteers throughout the year!
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WHATCo is proud to be a part of local events and to
support the community!
Pride Month in Kearny -
Flag Raising
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Give.
Make a tax-deductible donation
today
- Cash
or Check*
- Online
by Paypal at whatconj.org
- By
Venmo to @WHATCONJ
*Payable
to WHATCo, P.O. Box 231, Kearny, NJ 07032
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Volunteer.
Visit whatconj.org
For volunteer opportunities,
tickets, auditions, and other
information
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We hope to see you at an
upcoming production!
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Copyright (C) 2024 West Hudson
Arts & Theater Company. All rights reserved.
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