April 11, 2021 newsletter
In this newsletter: April 14 Town Hall is at 6 p.m. on Zoom Understanding anti-Asian hate Plus, meet Charlie, a theater dog Read it here.
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Read our latest newsletter
What a year! Read our latest newsletter here. Reflections on the last 12 months Participate in our survey Key theater-related terminology for diversity, equity and inclusion Next town hall set for April 14 Where you today in 2020? Our mailing address has changed
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Our commitment to a safe return to live theater
The Pentacle Theatre Governing Board has three important priorities: the physical health and safety of our patrons and volunteers the financial health of the organization compliance with all applicable health and workplace safety requirements Naturally, the recent change in Polk County’s risk level from extreme to high has many of you excited to get right…
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What’s Next proposal process defined
The Pentacle Theatre Governing Board has adopted a proposal process for virtual productions and other projects during the pandemic. The process is detailed here. For more information, contact Heather Dunkin Toller. The board has also approved COVID-19 protocols for any production that will bring people into the same room. Members of the What’s Next? Workgroup:…
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Pentacle Theatre changes lives
Dear Friend of Pentacle Theatre: You may not recognize me or my name. I haven’t really been in the lime light. But I’m writing to you about something very important to the both of us: Pentacle Theatre. You and I love our beautiful little theater in the woods. Undoubtedly, we have an endless list of…
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Meet Lifetime Member Lois Hanson
I am pleased to be able to introduce one of those rare Lifetime Members who has spent a Pentacle career in the house – from the rows of the theatre assisting on productions to caring for our patrons to cheering on three decades of performances. This Outstanding Performer in a Supporting Role spent three years…
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Heather Toller introduces new Lifetime Member Jeff Witt
I am honored to be here today and honored to be standing in front of you. Many of you have given so much to this organization and created so much magic together through volunteerism, ingenuity, and passion. And the person I am about to talk about is no exception. I became fast friends with this…
Details2020 Bill & Phyllis Cross scholarship awards
Congratulations to the 2020 recipients: Maddie Blanchard – Tony Zandol Technical Arts Theater Scholarship Maddie will be attending the University of Wyoming in the fall to study theatre, dance and education. After getting my degree, she plans to pursue a career in performance, specifically in children’s theater and performing arts education. Alexandra Bolsinger – Tom…
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Lifetime Member: Nancy Moen
We are beyond proud and thankful for our lifetime members and would like to dedicate a few posts to share about them and the speeches that were made in recognition of their incredible involvement with Pentacle Theatre. “It is an honor to introduce this next Lifetime Member recipient. As I was looking back over the…
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COVID-19 Audience Update #7
May 29, 2020 By now, you know what’s coming when I send an email with this subject line: more sad news for you, our loyal patrons. On May 7, Governor Kate Brown announced that large gatherings will be canceled in Oregon through September. The announcement sent the Pentacle Theatre governing board to work on exploring…
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