Why Northern Stage?

What drew you to support Northern Stage, and what makes this organization special to you?

Northern Stage is a gem in our region— producing world-class art, engaging with the community in meaningful ways, and serving so many students. Northern Stage is also doing incredibly important work behind the scenes to ensure the future of the American Theater is as bright as possible through its rich cultivation of new works and its efforts through the BOLD Women’s Theater Leadership Circle and the Helen Gurley Brown Foundation to develop and mentor the next generation of female theater leaders.

Impact on Community

How do you believe Northern Stage has impacted the community, and why is it important to you to support this kind of work?

Northern Stage plays a critical role for the young and not-so-young in this era of digital overload. We can come together, experience live theater with 200 other hearts beating and breathing together in the same space, share hugs, have a drink over conversation— this is precious and rare. We’re also in awe of the impact Northern Stage has on young people through its education and BridgeUP Theater in the Schools offerings and honestly of the impact they have on us when we see them thrive under the lights. 

Legacy Giving

What inspired you to include Northern Stage in your legacy giving?

The business model of a non-profit regional arts organization is incredibly challenging and relies on philanthropy for the majority of its income. It is important to us that our support is sustained over time so Northern Stage can thrive for generations to come. 

Personal Connection

Can you share a favorite memory or experience with Northern Stage that has reinforced your commitment to supporting its mission?

We were really introduced to Northern Stage  through our son, Jackson, who was an education camp participant and then played Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol as a Kindergartener after many months asking “when can I be in a REAL play?” During the run he started crying on his off day because of the injustice that the other cast was performing! Now, our son Nicky and our granddaughter, Amalia, have fallen in love with Northern Stage as campers. We also love talking to actors and visiting artists at opening nights— we are so grateful they’re in the Upper Valley sharing their talents and they are so grateful to be able to work at a place like Northern Stage which is a truly unique place to work and make great theater.