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The Geneva Theatre Boosters organization was formed in the Fall of 2011 by a group of dedicated parents. Their goal was to find ways to support students involved in theatrical productions at Geneva High School, located in Geneva, Illinois. This included students on the stage and those working behind it.

Thanks to their efforts and those of countless other individuals, the organization became a registered 501c3 charity in June of 2013. We continue to grow and find new ways to support the theatre and the many talented students involved.

Our mission is to....

Promote and support theatrical events at Geneva High School

and

help foster a supportive culture behind our talented youth.

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How we help...

Geneva High School stages five theatrical productions during each school year. These include a Fall play, a Spring musical, Underclassman Play, Student Directed One Acts and Viking Review. The first two productions are typically the largest, often having several dozen or more cast members.

The musical "How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying", staged in the Spring of 2022 had 113 people in the Cast, Tech Crew, and Pit Orchestra. That doesn't include the Director, Technical Director, Music Director and school staff who support each theatre production. All of them are focused on putting on the the best production they can!

The Geneva Theatre Boosters support these productions and students in a number of ways. Here are a few of them.

    Sell advertising and gift checkbooks to raise funds.
Organize content for and produce the Playbills.
Create posters and banners to help advertize.
Create T-Shirts and buttons for the Tech Crew.
Decorate student lockers.
Create slideshows to run on Front-of-House monitor showing some behind-the-scenes work on the set.
Decorate the area around the auditorium entrance. (a.k.a. Front of House)
Sell "Shout Outs" and Fan-o-Grams for each of the productions. 		        Help purchase props and needed equipment.
Provide ushers.
Provide Cast Appreciation gifts prior to each opening night.
Sell snacks and drinks during each production.
Provide water to cast and pit orchestra members.
Provide meals during set construction and tear down.
Organize and fund the End-Of-Year theatre celebration.
Provide a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating student who qualifies.

The challenges ahead...

The Geneva Theatre Boosters are proud of the fact that we've been able to increase our support for theatrical productions each year. Our efforts are greatly appreciated by the Cast and Tech Crew. But in order to continue this tradition, we need your help.

There are so many things that we would like to do, to further support stage work at Geneva High School. We have an amazing group of very talented students. Some often discover their love of the stage during their high school years. Others fell in love with it at a much younger age. Whether their taking part in a comedic skit or adding their voice to a chorus of characters, the stage becomes their world. And we get to go along for the ride.

If you would like to join the Geneva Theatre Boosters, we would love to have you. Or if you can help with just one activity for one production, it can go a long way to helping us fulfill our mission.

If you would like more information about our organization or have questions, please Email us.

MILESTONES and EVENTS

<+> May 8th, 2024 <+>

Board voted to allocate two scholarships this year.
The Eleventh Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Mia DeMarco.
The Tenth Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Brenden Dodds.

<+> April, 2024 <+>

"Mamma Mia!" sold out all three nights!

<+> August, 2023 <+>

Provided funds to purchase new Ion ETC light control board for the auditorium.
The Ion ETC board installed on October 27th, 2023.
Launched "See the Light!" Project to raise funds to purchase LED powered theater lights. More information available here.

<+> April, 2023 <+>

The Nineth Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Liam Karth.

<+> March, 2023 <+>

The third and final performance (3/18) of "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" sold out!!!
This production involved 106 students in the Cast, Tech Crew and Pit Orchestra.

This is the last production for which Mr. Pat Frederick will be the Music Director. He is retiring after 29 years!
We wish him and his family very long and happy, music filled lives.

<+> April, 2022 <+>

Geneva Woodshop teacher Jay Markuson and his students Dale Waggoner, Braden Gilsinn, Dylan Clark and Charles Winterhalter created four new signs for use in the Front of House.

<+> April, 2022 <+>

The Eighth Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Katherine O'Brien.

A celebration for all theatre participants was held at the beautiful Arcada in St. Charles, Illinois.

<+> March, 2022 <+>

"How to Succeed Without Really Trying" performed on the GHS stage.
One of the largest productions with 113 students making up the Cast, Tech Crew and Pit Orchestra.
Kim Ayars uploaded 1,400 photos from the Wednesday, March 16th Dress Rehearsal.
Kim announced that this would be her last school season taking photos. All of her kids are graduating.

<+> February, 2022 <+>

Registered with Benevity for donations and charitable giving.

<+> November, 2021 <+>

Able to have almost a full Front-of-House for "A Mid Summer Night's Dream".
Didn't have candy and water to sell but it was good to have the front opened again.

<+> September, 2021 <+>

Registered as a charitable organization with Amazon Smiles. Follow the instructions here to get set up and lend us your support.

<+> May, 2021 <+>

The Seveth Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Lilly Nowak.

Addams Family - A New Musical was performed for a live audience. The first since onset of the Covid19 last March.

<+> February, 2021 <+>

The playbill for the combined Viking Revue and Student Directed One Acts was produced by a very talented member of the Boosters. You can check it out HERE.

<+> May, 2020 <+>

Spring Musical "Legally Blonde - The Musical" cancelled due to quarantine guidelines.

The Sixth Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Annika Chrusciel.

In lieu of an End-of-Year celebration, a get together was held in the North parking area of Wheeler Park.

<+> September, 2019 <+>

Created a playbill for the very first Freshman play.

<+> May, 2019 <+>

The Fifth Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Megan Styrna.
Congratulations Megan!!! Break a leg!!!

<+> March, 2019 <+>

Provided funds to rent theatrical light control board for spring musical.

Purchased six black light fixtures for use during spring musical. They made the rose painted into the stage floor glow.

Facilitated setup, advertising and coordination for the first time on-line ticket sales.

<+> August, 2018 <+>

Boosters begin the school year with the following board members.
Annie Styrna, Co-President - Debra Nowak, Co-President
Christina Vrba, Co-Vice President - Angela Kobylecky, Co-Vice President
Laura Webb, Treasurer - Cathy Plonka Atkinson, Secretary

<+> May, 2018 <+>

The Fourth Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Jediah Nims.

As a way of acknowledging one of their volunteers, the Theatre Boosters voted to rename the "Theatre Booster Scholarship" as the "Phillip G. Walker Theatre Booster Scholarship". The volunteer, in attendance during the meeting, was surprised and humbled by the recognition. He wishes to thank everyone for this honor.

<+> March, 2018 <+>

Expanded Front of House to provide more space for people, ticket sales, snacks, Fan-O-Grams and just to hang out before the show or during intermission.

Provided funds to cover rental of light control board and needed components for Spring Musical.

Added Instagram account. Check us out at www.instagram.com/ghstheatreboosters

Click on the image of our new front of house. (Caution: Size is 50 Megabytes)
To save the image, press the right mouse button and select "Save link as ...".

<+> October, 2017 <+>

Organizing four fund raisers with California Pizza Kitchen.

<+> September, 2017 <+>

Provided funds to purchase six hanging microphones, four stage microphones and cables.

<+> August, 2017 <+>

Boosters begin the school year with the following board members.
Lisa Dinning - President
Annie Styrna - Vice President
Christina Presutti Vrba - Secretary
Kate Smith - Treasurer

<+> May, 2017 <+>

The Third Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Christopher Kubiak.

<+> April, 2017 <+>

Provided funds to help pay for large storage cabinet for back stage.

<+> May, 2016 <+>

The Second Annual Theatre Booster $1000 scholarship was awarded to Aly Fogel.

<+> April, 2016 <+>

Voting and planning for the 3nd Annual Theatrical Awards Ceremony is underway.

<+> March, 2016 <+>

Boosters organize Fund Raiser at California Pizza Kitchen.

<+> February, 2016 <+>

Boosters donate $1,200 to purchase tools for the stage.

<+> July, 2015 <+>

Theatre Booster yard signs become available for purchase.

<+> April, 2015 <+>

Voting and planning for the 2nd Annual Theatrical Awards Ceremony is underway.

<+> March, 2015 <+>

The first $1000 scholarship was awarded!

Boosters donate $400 for special light for Peter Pan the Musical.

<+> February, 2015 <+>

Started selling flash media with photos and digital versions of the Playbill and Cover Art.

<+> April, 2014 <+>

Held first annual awards banquet.

<+> November, 2013 <+>

Organization logo graciously provided by Elizabeth Koskiewicz.

<+> Fall, 2013 <+>

Donated funds to help purchase tools for the GHS theatre.

<+> June, 2013 <+>

Now a Registered 501c3 Charity.

<+> August, 2011 <+>

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