The Jungle Book
Dear Editor: The Jungle Book was Friends of Sitka Circus Arts and Sitka Cirque’s biggest undertaking to date. With a total of 90 cast members, this production was a true collaboration, with effort and heart woven into every detail. It would not have been possible without the help of many generous and talented souls.
In particular we would like to thank:
Our anonymous sponsors who made it possible for us to perform at the PAC.
The White Elephant Shop and Mike Litman for help in procuring the rigging cables needed to stage this show at the PAC.
Charles Hart and Katy Pendell - teachers, choreographers, and rig team extraordinaire whose dedication, imagination and skill not only made this possible, but much richer.
Paper-cut artist Sarah Lawrie for her vision, artistry and wonderful collaborative spirit.
J Bradley, Grey Conderman and TJ Agne for their magic, patience and guidance.
Phil Burdick for his powerful narration.
Sarah Ferrency for her custom-made costumes that truly brought the jungle to life!
Our other costume volunteers, especially Carol Hughey, Carole Knuth and the many parents and students who helped decorate and embellish.
Our stilt walking team Anan and Kobi Weiland and Asa Dow, with costume help from Erika Knox, Peter Weiland, and Rebecca Poulson.
Elephant puppet creators Coral Pendell and Nicola Trainer.
Our hair- and face-paint team, especially Kat Richards and Trenton Capp.
Set volunteers Trenton Capp, Donna Donohoe, Pat Pendell, Libby Stortz, Sheri Mayo and Mike Nurco.
Kari Sagel and the BMS students from Mrs. Gagner’s and Ms. Purser’s packs for helping us decorate the lobby and supplying baked good for concessions as part of the Day of Caring.
Backstage volunteers Carrie Spackman, Duncan Coltharp, Elizabeth Sparks, Camilla Pfiffer,Jeren Schmidt, Cara Greenough, Kate Johnson, Beth Short-Rhoads, Sarah Warren, Erika Knox, Lisa Brenton, Marlie Loomis, Jessica Christianson and all the other adults who stayed to help supervise young ones, organize costumes, and coordinate logistics.
Film crew Richard Hart, Jasmine Shaw, Esther Burdick, and Justin Hames.
Bobbi Jordan for her beautiful images of the rehearsals and performances, and her help in promoting the show.
Mindy Barry, Audrey Beam, Brie Darr, Sandra Fontaine, Heather Ford, Scarlett Galanin, Georgia Shaw, Brita Speck, Sarah Warren, and Teal West for supplying delicious baked goods and running the concession stand.
The ushers and ticket counter workers.
Everyone who helped transport mats and equipment.
The curious, courageous and dedicated students at Sitka Cirque. It is a joy to work with each of you!
All the parents who offered so much support and encouragement. You kept us going!
Finally, to all of you who helped make this production a success and who came to watch the show. THANK YOU for being a part of our story!!
Frances Donohoe,
Sitka Cirque Director
Friends of Sitka Circus Arts Board
Card of Thanks
Dear Editor: I’d like to thank our Sitka EMT/EMS crew, SEARHC ER crew, SEARHC PT and OT crew, my family, Frank, Gena, David and Scott, for being there for me. I know God is putting in a window or door for you in your mansion now. I love all of you, and may God care and cure you.
Virginia Thomas, Sitka
