Passion. Innovation. Exploration. Connection. Excellence.
These are some of the hallmarks of the artistic enterprise -- they are also central to the mission of the College of Lake County in providing,"equitable, high-quality education, cultural enrichment and partnerships to advance the diverse communities [we] serve." Indeed, the Communication Arts division is committed to providing transformative learning experiences all Lake County residents. We believe the arts are fundamental to this transformation.
We're proud to offer a diverse range of artistic, intellectual and cultural experiences -- including music, dance, theatre, gallery exhibitions, film series, literary readings and a host of scholarly and cultural presentation.
We also invite you to explore our many outstanding courses in literature, creative writing, film studies, digital media and design and the visual and performing arts that enable students to experience personal exploration and growth. Please visit www.clcillinois.edu/campus-life/arts for information on these educational offerings and the exciting events planned for the 2022-23 season.
Again, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the college ...
and we hope you enjoy the show!
Dr. Sheldon Walcher
Dean
Paul Nielsen, Director
Esto Les Digo ......... Kinley Lange
Meileen Van Diggelen, Soloist
The Last Words of David ........ Randall Thompson
Our Dream of Freedom ......... Gwyneth Walker
1. Freedom Will Not Come Today
2. Hold Fast to Dreams
3. The Dream Keeper
4. Dream of Freedom
Director of CLC Choir of Lake County Singers
Dr. Paul Nielsen,
Dr. Nielsen has been a musician educator for over 30 years, conducting bands, choirs, orchestras, instrumental and vocal jazz ensembles, at middle school, high school and university levels. His ensembles have performed throughout the United States and Germany. Dr. Nielsen has served as District 7 President of the Illinois Music Education Association, and currently serves on the Executive Board of the Illinois Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association. He holds degrees from DePaul University (B. Mus. Ed.), VanderCook College of Music (M. Mus. Ed), and Boston University (D.M.A. in Music Education).
Constance Vander Weele, piano
Soprano
Stephanie Ambrose
Joan Andrews
Cathy Cava
Amy Chapin
Cynthia Laufenberg
Jodi Laughman
Trinity Look
Emma O'Brien
Suzanne Ott
Zoe Rafalson
Julie Riedl
Melita Rodgers
Julie Russell
Rebecca Steiner
Meileen Van Diggelen
Marie Vesely
Salli Walker
Ciara White
Alto
Amy Alderson
Gwen Bruno
Janet Burns
Rebecca Coolidge
Sarah Gerstung
Apple Gunther
Wendy LaPlaca
Norma Moore
Laura Muttini
Sharon Price
Lisa Sazymanski
Ann Schwaar
Jan Scocchera
Tenor
Sarah Ainsworth
Mark Fletcher
Daniel Lopez
Matthew Menning
Ethan Uyeda
Bass
Ken Dickson
Daaron Dohler
Kevin Enriquez
Bob Furst
John Gaynor
Ed Gunther
Gregory Morehouse
Alex Sanchez
Matthew Hunter, Director
In the Sanctuary……… Kurt Carr
Soloist: Ann Gonyea
City Called Heaven ……… Arr. Josephine Poelinitz
Soloists: Lisa Szymanski and Whitley Butler
Trust Me …...... Richard Smallwood
Jesus Promised ……… Tim Carpenter
Director of Gospel Choir
Matthew Hunter
Matthew was named the director of the Gospel Choir in September 2017. He was born and raised in Evanston, where his musical career started off at a very young age. Matthew graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in music education from Michigan State University and is currently in the Master of Music Education program at Vandercook College of Music in Chicago, IL. Matthew serves as the director of choirs at Niles West High School in Skokie. In 2015, Matthew made his professional theater debut in Chicago in the Black Ensemble Theater's Jeff-nominated production of Men of Soul. In 2016, Matthew was featured as an ensemble member in the Jeff Award-winning production of Dreamgirls with Porchlight Music Theatre. He is currently performing in the highly recommended production of Songs for a New World by Jason Robert Brown until October 24, 2021 at Theo Ubique in Evanston, IL. From national to international performances, from hip-hop dance troupes to baroque operas, Matthew brings a wealth of performing experience and musical leadership to the stage and the classroom.
Band
Davarrius Wilson, band leader and pianist
Deontae Swanigan, organist
Joshua Metcalf, percussionist
Soporanos
Pam Steiner
Genevieve O"Keefe
Becky Raynor
Kenzie Hughes
Katherine Hughes
Jenila Mathialagan
Susan Squires
Joan Andrews
Lisa R Szymanski
Marie Vesely
Ann Gonyea
Altos
Whitley Butler
Chris Cerk
Jen Locklear
Gail Blackestone
Elisa Russell
Roxanne Smith
Sunny Sonnenschein
Debbie Mohica
Joan Lynch
Kelly Neuls
Katie Kraus
Selvi Ponnuswamy
Marisa Livingston
Cat Lipska
Tenors
Sue Neuls
Jane Dorado
Lucy Pabst
JLC Mainstage
Lisa Rock in Close to You:
The Music of the Carpenters
Sunday, October 23 @ 4 p.m.
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare
(abridged) [revised]
Friday & Saturday, November 11 & 12 @ 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, November 13 @ 2 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday, November 17, 18 & 19 @ 7:30 p.m.
The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass
Saturday, November 12 @ 8 p.m.
46th Annual "Art of Jazz" Concert
Sunday, November 20 @ 4 p.m.
Winter Dance Concert
Friday, December 2 @ 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 3 @ 2 & 7:30 p.m.
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Box Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Masks are optional in public spaces.
We will continue enhanced cleaning procedures in the theatre, restrooms and common touch points.
The JLC reserves the right to make changes based on health, safety and the ongoing pandemic.
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College of Lake County
Board of Trustees
Amanda D. Howland, J.D., Chair
Julie B. Shroka, M.A., Vice Chair
Torrie Mark Newsome, J.D., Secretary
Gerri Songer, M.A.
Matthew J. Stanton, J.D.
Robert J. Tomei, Jr., J.D.
Paul G. Virgilio, B.S., S.E., P.E.
German Juárez, Student Trustee
Lori Suddick, Ed.D., President
Trustees Emeriti
Richard A. Anderson, J.D.
William M. Griffin, Ed.D.
Patricia Jones, M.Ed.
Barbara D. Oilschlager, M.Ed.
We respectfully acknowledge that the College of Lake County is on the ancestral homelands of the Kickapoo, Peoria, Potawatomi and other native peoples. We recognize the longstanding significance of these lands for indigenous peoples past, present and future. Historical awareness of indigenous exclusion and erasure is critically important to preventing further atrocities. The College of Lake County pledges to acknowledge the grave injustices of the past and pledges to create awareness and advance education that invites truth.
Alisa Baum
Executive Director
J. J. Avers
Office Manager
Leslie Baraboo
Marketing & Communications Analyst
Kim Dizzonne
Accounting Associate
Jeremy Eiden
Technical Coordinator
Peter Hansen
Technical Production Assistant
Judie Katz
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Matt McNabb
Patron Services Coordinator
Jianni Newsome
Box Office Assistant