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American Stage in the Park
The 26th annual gala Under the Stars to benefit the American Stage Theatre’s artistic and educational programming featured the
Broadway musical Hair Spray. The outdoor evening began with a 1960s style meal by Parkshore Catering, followed by a performance
of this year’s masterful production of this iconic show. If you missed this year’s gala, don’t miss the show, which will be playing
until May 14th. Be sure to make plans to attend next year’s gala that will take place on the opening night of The Producers.
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| MAY/JUNE 2017
Lori Goede and her husband Bill, market
president, Tampa Bay, Bank of America, were
pleased to announce that the bank will again
be the presenting sponsor of 2018’s gala.
Dr. Bob Greenbaum and his wife
Lynne Knauf were excited to attend this
annual fundraiser for American Stage that
is always so much fun.
Jeff and Merrilee Gerew dressed in their best
’60s outfits to attend this gala and opening
performance of Hair Spray in the park.
Stephanie Gularte, American Stage’s
producing artistic director, thanked everyone
for the support they have provided for the
company throughout the years.
The Paladium’s executive director
Paul Wilborn was proud that his wife, actress
Eugenie Bondurant, wore this ’60s dress,
which she had in her closet.
Artist Jim Rolston and his wife Susan are
involved in supporting many of the cultural
endeavors in St. Petersburg, such as
American Stage.