Unicorn Theatre 10-11 Annual Report

FRom the boARd PResident
gARy heisseReR, Ph.d.
As I look back on the past year, I am
so proud of what the Unicorn has
accomplished. Extraordinary productions
such as Ruined, In the Next Room or
the vibrator play, Distracted and The
Seafarer played to critical acclaim. In a
difficult economic climate, we increased
ticket sales twenty percent and extended
the runs of two of our shows, A Very
Joan Crawford Christmas and Two Jews
Walk into a War...
This also was a year in which we tried
even harder to bring you behind the
scenes at the Unicorn. We began our
Peek at the Play series, where all our
patrons were invited to watch a rehearsal,
see the director in action, and learn a
little more about us and how we create theatrical life from the written script.
We were honored to bring Jason Loewith, Executive Director of the National
New Playwright Network, to speak with us about the challenges and the
opportunities that theatres like the Unicorn face across the country. We
had another wonderful gala (Unicornicopia) and several great Spring for the
Unicorn events. Our new online giving campaign made it even easier for you
to provide the support we need to survive and thrive.
In spite of all our successes, this was a year that once again presented the
theatre with serious financial challenges. The reality is that this is the “new
normal” for theatres like the Unicorn. Nonetheless, we are committed to
addressing these challenges with energy, creativity and perseverance.
It is privilege to serve on the Unicorn board and to promote a theatre that so
consistently provokes us, challenges us, and entertains us. For 37 years, the
Unicorn has steadfastly produced plays that present our human condition
with passion, humor, intelligence and artistry.
We look forward to the future as we celebrate our past. On behalf of the
entire board, thank you for your ongoing support. We are so grateful for it.
Kind regards and best wishes for the New Year,
Gary Heisserer, Ph.D.
President, Board of Directors
“Unicorn Theatre once again
provides a thought provoking can’t
miss play this season.”
KansasCityScoop.com review of
Distracted
2010-2011 AnnuAl RepoRt
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boARd oF diRectoRs
Gary Heisserer, Ph.D
President
William Allen
Vice-President
Sally Selby
Treasurer
Otis H. Cowan
Assistant Treasurer
Tim Degnan
Co-Vice President for Development
Doug Rushing, Ph.D.
Co-Vice President for Development
Shari L. Wilson
Vice President for Board Development
Molly Droge
John Escalada
Siobhan Lesley
Cynthia Levin
Melissa McCray
Paul Montiel
Anastasia Rock
Yve Rojas
Diane Teal
James W. Weitzel
Kim Wingate