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MESSAGE FROM THE ARTS CENTER M ANAGER

A few notes on the end of 2010…

2010 ended on a high note for the OAC. Our two holiday offerings of A Clooney Christmas and American Folklore Theatre’s Guys and Does were well attended and enjoyed by all. To add to the success of those two events we determined that nearly 40% of those in attendance were new patrons to the arts center. We are very grateful that so many new people have decided to make the OAC a part of their lives. Judging from the re-

sponse the events received each performance and considering many of the comments shared in the lobby afterwards, I would say that they had a wonderful experience.

Looking forward to the New Year…

The New Year starts off with something old and something new. Back by popular demand is our Coffeehouse Cabaret Series featuring the incomparable Pat McCurdy on January 14 and 15, The Harrisons, a father and son duo from the Lake Country area on February 11 and 12, and closing out the series is a great Milwaukee jazz and blues duo, Electri-violet featuring the velvet tones of Carole Fererra and guitarist John Plankenthorn.

Another great feature of this series is Chef Brian Shoemake’s savory cuisine of fresh, made from scratch sandwiches, soups, salads and specialty desserts, all in an intimate setting in our Little Theater. Excellent food, fun and great entertainment, all at a great value, but get your tickets early…by the end of the series a season ago we were selling out. Our cabaret space only holds 90 people. A great way to spend a wintery night!

Something new this year is our Family Series featuring four wonderful events. The Milwaukee Ballet II Company will open the series with an extraordinary collection of classical variations and new choreography created by the Milwaukee Ballet’s School and Artistic staff on February 4 at 7:00 pm.

Sunday, February 13 at 3:00 pm, the nationally renowned Cashore Marionettes will present their performance of Life in Motion. The performance is suitable for ages 12 and older.

On Tuesday, March 29 at 7:00 pm, the Florentine Opera will present the children’s opera Billy Goats Gruff. Featured in that performance are 3rd and 4th grade students from Summit Elementary School as the “goat” chorus. The series finishes on a musical note featuring Todd Green – A World of Music on April 5 at 7:00 pm.

You can save on all four by getting a series subscription. What a terrific gift for the whole family.

Some Changes Moving Forward…

The OAC recently conducted an on line patron survey and had a good response from cur-rent patrons and many responses from people who have yet to visit the arts center. The input will be very helpful as we move forward into the 2011/12 season. One major change is in our committee structure at the OAC.

Several new committees made up of Oconomowoc area residents and OAC Staff have been formed. We now have a Programming Committee, Marketing Committee, Visual Arts Commit-tee, Film Series Committee and a Special Events Committee. All of these volunteer committees will begin work in earnest this January to help the arts center develop better series program-ming and expand our marketing and promotional resources to get the information out to you.

Thanks again for all your support of the OAC. Your attendance and your input will make the arts center a valued treasure for the Oconomowoc area for years to come.

Have a great New Year!

Michael DuncanOAC Manager

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OCONOMOWOC ARTS CENTER STAFF

Arts Center Manager ........................................................................................ Michael DuncanBox Office ...................................................... Christina Brockish, Connie Rizzo, Ginni Hicks House Managers ...................................................................Lynne Carlstein, Mark Carlstein, Deborah Duncan, Lindsay Duncan, Megan Elftman, Angie Harrison, David Harrison, Davey Harrison, Dan Holzmiller, Adrianna NowakOAC Technicians ...................................................Marisa Abbot, Nick DaVia, Sean Floeter, Aary Gariss, John Kyle, Michael Nicolai, Joe Zack, Andrew ZietlowUsher /House Manager Coordinator .......................................................Christina BrockishMarketing/Public Relations .............................................................................Robin Krakauer

MISS ION STATEMENT

The Oconomowoc Arts Center mission is to provide patrons and artists of all ages, a professional, cultural and educational experience with the highest quality programming opportunities possible.

COM MIT TEES / PARTNERSHIPS

Oconomowoc Area School DistrictDr. Patricia E. Neudecker, Superintendent of Schools

Board Of EducationMr. Donald Wiemer, PresidentMrs. Susan Kay, Vice President

Mr. Dave Guckenberger, treasurerMr. Mike Bickler, Clerk

Mrs. Sandra SchickMr. John Griswold

Ms. Elizabeth Thelen

Programming CommitteeMarisa AbbotLisa Boudin

Michael DuncanMarilyn LargentEmily Mariano

Betty ReulKim Schultz

Peter SchwabeJoe Zack

Marketing CommitteeMichael DuncanRobin Krakauer

Rebecca SeymourJennifer Starke-White

Kate Winckler

Visual Arts CommitteeMichael DuncanTerry Peterson

Paul SchultzJason Van Roo

Film/Media CommitteeMichael DuncanTerry KaldhusdalJames Scheuer

Special Events/Hospitality CommitteeJulie Falk

Jack GrothausGinni Hicks

Barbara HirschSandy Karkossa

John KoehnJune Mather

Artistic PartnershipsFirst Stage Children’s

Theater Academy, Milwaukee

Literary PartnershipsBooks & Company,

Oconomowoc (Visiting Author’s)

Visual Arts PartnershipsWaukesha Creative Arts League

Pewaukee Area Arts Council (PAAC) - Ekphrastic Event

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SUPPORT

With Gratitude, the Oconomowoc Area School District acknowledges these local organizations, businesses and private patrons for their outstanding support of the Oconomowoc Arts Center

Oconomowoc Festival of the ArtsOconomowoc Performing Arts Council

Oconomowoc Public Education FoundationPlunkett Raysich Architects

Oconomowoc Kiwanis, Lions, RotaryPaul Phelps and Oakbrook Esser Studios

Mr. and Mrs. Narendra Patel – “Cuculidae” (Bird of Songs) Sculpture Ace Hardware of Oconomowoc

Badger Blueprint of OconomowocBooks & CompanyBrennan’s Market

Footlights – Marcus Promotions, Inc.Jerry Foust

Neumann CompanyThe Pub – Irish Tavern & Restaurant

Sherpers

Thanks to the UW Extension and the SouthEast Wisconsin Master Gardeners for their assistance with the OAC gardens and their support of its educational value.

Thanks to the Oconomowoc High School Landscape Class for their assistance with the OAC gardens.

The Oconomowoc Arts Center gratefully acknowledges grants from the Oconomowoc Area Foundation’s Scheriffius Fund and Richard R. and

Karen Bertrand Charitable Fund.

Direct gifts in memory have been made to the OAC by the following supporters:Mr. and Mrs. David Reul in memory of Ralph Trepte

Dr. and Mrs. Victor Soderstrom in memory of Wally WieseMr. and Mrs. Donald Weimer in memory of Wally Wiese

Rae Kinn in memory of Mary Von Bereghy

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THE V IC DONORS

The VIC is the rehearsal area named in celebration of excellence in education in the Oconomowoc Area School District and in honor of Vic Passante, OHS theater director, teacher and mentor from 1974 to 2007.

Major DonorsThe Debbink Family Foundation

Craig and Mary SchiefelbeinThomas X. Herro Foundation

Oconomowoc Area FoundationOrbis Corporation

Paragon Development Systems, Inc.Pat and Mary Sue McNamee

And to the students, community members, and businesses who contributed to the 2007 celebration honoring Vic Passante’s dedication to the arts and to learning.

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COFFEE HOUSE CABARET SERIESIn The Little Theatre

Pat McCurdyFriday, January 14

Saturday, January 157:00 pm

This well known singer-songwriter is a favorite among the college, pub, and festival crowds.

Pat McCurdy ................................................. .Vocalist/Musician

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PAT MCCURDY

Pat McCurdy is a cabaret singer/songwriter from Milwaukee, Wiscon-sin. He regularly tours the upper midwest-ern part of the United States with regular

stops in Milwaukee, Madison, Chicago, Green Bay, and Minneapolis. His shows usually consist of just him and his

guitar and include improvised interac-tion with the audience. While the majority of his audience is made up of a college-age crowd, McCurdy appeals to a large number of people of all ages. Performing well over 300 shows a year, his large catalog of original songs (over 600 and growing) covers a variety of topics such as lost loves, politics, family vacations, and how the world can’t live without relationships and alcohol.

Taher Foods Chef Brian Shoemake’s Coffee House Menu

Sandwiches....................................................................$5.00. Stromboli.. ......Italian.Sausage.and.Ham. ......Roast.Beef.with.Cheddar. Chicken.Walnut.Salad.. Mediterranean.Vegetable.Wrap

Soups...................................................................... $3.00/cup $4.00./bowl Wisconsin.Cheddar.Ale. Roasted.Cauliflower.and.Potato,.. topped.with.Jalapeño.Bacon.and.Jack.Cheese

Salad.............................................................................$2.00 Mixed.Green.Salad.with.Hard.Boiled.Eggs,.. Cucumbers,.Tomatoes.and.Croutons

Desserts..........................................................Individually.Priced. Assorted.Cookies. Mint.Chocolate.Brownies. Homemade.Orange.Rum.Cake

Drinks............................................................Individually.Priced Coffee. Water. Assorted.Soda. Tea

Drink of The Night: .Peppermint.Mocha.Hot.Chocolate

Taher Chef, Brian Shoemake, known for his delectable cuisine, will start serving in The Vic at 6:30 PM and will continue food service through intermission. All food is a la carte.

Then Oconomowoc Arts Center would like to thank

Neumann Company for their support!