Friday, March 29, 2024

Introducing the new Leavenworth Summer Theater Board President

Bill Bauer

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The Leavenworth Summer Theater is on the cusp of its season to unleash catchy musical ballads, host talented performers and continue providing entertainment for locals and tourists alike. While its well received performances and tradition of intertwining the Sound of Music in its season will stay the same for 2019, behind the scenes there has been a few tweaks to casting. Bill Bauer has transitioned into the position of the Leavenworth Summer Theater Board President.
    "Leavenworth Summer Theater is on the brink of several new and exciting changes, and Bill will be a wonderful leader to ensure a great future for the theater," said Executive Director of Leavenworth Summer Theater.
    Bauer is stepping into the role after former president, Dave Neir, retired - Neir had been president since 2013 and a member of the board since 2005. According to Lacey, Bauer had been an integral part of the board for 14 years and was both nominated and confirmed unanimously as president.
    "The president is the public facing leader of the Board of Directors. He will represent Leavenworth Summer Theater and its interests as we look to build on our past 25 years of success and secure the next 25," said Lacey.
    Bauer is no stranger to leadership positions, having been a former mayor of Leavenworth and guiding students before he retired as a teacher.
    "Bill has been a foundational member of the Leavenworth community for over 40 years, serving as a beloved 4th grade teacher and a hands-on volunteer and leader with many different nonprofits," said Lacey. "This connection will be an amazing asset, and he will work tirelessly to strengthen the relationship between LST and the Leavenworth community."
    With entertainment rotating from The Sound of Music to Pirates of Penzance to Hello Dolly! and new leadership (both Bauer and Lacey), the Leavenworth Summer Theater is unfolding to produce its celebrated traditions along with some fresh insight for this upcoming 2019 season.
    “I am honored to assume the office of president of Leavenworth Summer Theater.  I have served on the board for 14 years.  During the last 25 years the Theater and it’s productions have  grown in quality under the leadership of past presidents Clark Vanderlinden and Dave Neir and Executive Director, Susan Hufman.  I hope to maintain those high standards with the help of the Board of Directors and new Executive Director, Phil Lacey," said Bill Bauer in his statement.

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