- February 19, 2025
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Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards addresses the crowd at an Asolo Rep event.
Photo by Harry SayerHakim Rasheed
Photo by Harry SayerCo-chairwoman Kathleen France and Rick Kerby
Photo by Harry SayerRenee Phinney and Glenn Reith
Photo by Harry SayerDr. Kirk Voelker and co-chairwoman Chris Voelker
Photo by Harry SayerOkay Renkliyuz and Sarah Karp with Taylor Karp Teymuri and Shak Teymuri
Photo by Harry SayerJustin Gregory Lopez
Photo by Harry SayerAna Isabelle sings for the crowd.
Photo by Harry SayerAna Isabelle sings for the crowd.
Photo by Harry SayerAna Isabelle sings for the crowd.
Photo by Harry SayerAna Isabelle sings for the crowd.
Photo by Harry SayerIncoming Producing Artistic Director Peter Rothstein
Photo by Harry SayerVic Meyrich speaks to Linda DiGabriele's many years working at the Asolo Repertory Theatre.
Photo by Harry SayerJohn Welch gives Linda DiGabriele flowers for her time with the theater.
Photo by Harry SayerSeveral costumes, accessories and props from past Asolo productions were on display.
Photo by Harry SayerSeveral costumes, accessories and props from past Asolo productions were on display.
Photo by Harry SayerIndia Marie Paul and Margaret Wise
Photo by Harry SayerNicole Kaney and Tori Layton
Photo by Harry SayerHundreds filled the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota for the Broadway bash.
Photo by Harry SayerHundreds filled the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota for the Broadway bash.
Photo by Harry SayerSeveral costumes, accessories and props from past Asolo productions were on display.
Photo by Harry SayerCo-chairwoman Rita Greenbaum and Geir Fjugstad
Photo by Harry SayerTerry McKee and co-chairwoman Nikki Sedacca
Photo by Harry SayerProducing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards and Managing Director Linda DiGabriele have been part of the creative fabric of the Asolo Repertory Theatre for years.
But all times come to and end. This season will be the Edwards and DiGabriele's last, with the pair retiring in June.
The theater company paid tribute to the pair with a lively Broadway-themed gala at the Ritz-Carlton Sarasota on March 4.
The Asolo's longtime supporters met at the Ritz for the gala, which adopted a Broadway theme. The event space was full of dresses, accessories and other props from the many productions the company has put on over the years.
The night's program started with words from Edwards and DiGabriele before dinner was served. Guests also enjoyed a Broadway medley from Ana Isabelle and Justin Gregory Lopez.
Incoming Producing Artistic Director Peter Rothstein then took to the stage to speak on Edwards and DiGabriele's legacy before welcoming Production Manager and Director of Operations Vic Meyrich to speak on his many years working with DiGabriele.
Longtime Asolo supporter John Welch then surprised DiGabriele with a bouquet of flowers for her many years with the company.
The night concluded with drinks and plenty of dancing. The Broadway gala raised around $200,000.