
Want to support the Strand as we continue to grow? Become a Friend of the Strand today!
If these past two years have taught us anything, it’s the power of community. As we’ve all adjusted to this new normal, facing unforeseen challenges and battles, the only thing that has seemed to stay constant is the support, comfort, and goodwill we’ve found in each other. It has been challenging to maintain a performing arts venue in the midst of a global pandemic, and yet here we stand—thanks to you, our community.
In November, we were able to reschedule a very important event that we had missed due to the pandemic: our centennial anniversary. A group of outstanding Strand supporters gathered to celebrate 101 years of the Strand’s existence. We welcomed long-time patrons and artists as attendees danced along to our live band and enjoyed good food and camaraderie. We’ve been able to have other successful events, such as hosting the Oglebay Institute’s School of Dance production of Snow White and The Nutcracker, several movies, concerts in the round, cabarets, children’s acting classes, and artist workshops. This year also saw our very much anticipated return to the summer musical with our production of Godspell. Attendance for this beloved musical was huge, and it felt so amazing to welcome performers back to the stage for this event.
While there were several months in 2021 where we were not able to host any gatherings, we were able to utilize that time to make some much needed improvements to the theatre. We repainted and redesigned our dressing rooms and green room so that our future performers will have ample space to prepare and congregate. On the other end of the theatre, we completely renovated the northwest basement to become our new office. Were it not for the generosity of time and money from our Friends, patrons, and city and county government these renovations would not have been possible.
As we turn towards 2022—and more uncertainty surrounding the pandemic and its variants—we are optimistic that our community will continue to band together to support our historic theatre and our mission. Our programming committee is hard at work planning next year’s events, such as the next summer musical; a Valentine’s Day concert; children’s acting workshops; several films; and hopefully the return of Moundsville’s Got Talent. As always, the enrichment and safety of our patrons remains paramount, and we are committed to working with the Health Department and state guidelines to ensure that we can continue to deliver quality entertainment safely.
We highly encourage you to support us in our future endeavors by continuing to be a Friend of the Strand. We have no intention of slowing down in the upcoming year, and with the help of people like you, we won’t have to! By generously giving to the Strand, you are investing in our community and the future of the arts in Marshall County.
Thank you for being part of our artistic community! We hope to see you soon!
Individual Level ($25.00)
Benefits:
*Website listing as a member
*2 tickets to a Strand cabaret
Family Level ($50.00)
Benefits:
*Website listing as a member
*4 tickets to a Strand cabaret
Business Level ($100.00)
Benefits:
*Website listing as a member
*8 tickets to a Strand cabaret
*Business name and logo displayed on the Strand lobby screen at all Strand events
*Business Spotlight recognition in the front Strand window
There are two ways to become a Friend of the Strand:
1. Download the brochure below and mail items to the following address:
Strand Theatre Preservation Society
811 5th Street
Moundsville, WV 26041
2. Complete the following steps in order:
A) Complete info boxes below
B) Click "DONATE" button and enter Friend Level ($25, $50, $100) as a donation via PayPal.
C) Click "SUBMIT"
2022 Friends of the Strand
Individual Level Members
Eric Anderson
Lorraine Artimez
Wilma Artimez
Linda Brinkman
Thelma Burley
Sharon Combs
Patry Dunlap
June Gallourakis
Jane Gracey
Justin Jones
Susan Jones
Janet Kalaskey
Phyllis Knuth
Shirley Long
Sandra McCoy
Anita Rae Miller
Carol Miller
Frederick C. Ottoson
Dorothy Robinson
Christie Robison
Ruth Sellers
Ellen Shook
Linda Snider
Ed & Connie Tomlinson
Roberta Underdonk
Rebecca Vucelick
Family Level Members
Dave & Diana Buzzard
Randy & Becky Chamberlain
Donna Clark
Dale Coffield & Debby Perkins
Brenda Crow
Don & Polly DeNoon
Joe & Debbie Donahue
Michael & Roseann Ferro
Brad & Kathy Fox
Barney & Kathy Freeland
Larry & Denise Freeland
Dennis & Mary Hanley
William & Shirley Hinegardner
Dave & Sharon Hinerman-Hall
Brad & Becky Jones
Richard & Sharon Knoblich
Greg & Lisa Marquart
John & Sandy Marshall
Bob & Mickey Massey
Julie & Tom Mitchell
Pete & Judy Beth Mysliwiec
Philip & Karen Neubauer
Sam & Priscilla Oelschlager
David & Joan Palmer
CJ & Janeen Plogger
Fawn & James Price
Marie Sinon
Al & Paulette Smith
Emily Todor
Allen & Leslie Underdonk
Business Level Members
Bonnie Anderson & Fred Brunner
Kelley & Joseph Bidka
Campbell Signs & Banners
Bonnie Dwaine Bed and Breakfast
Campbell Signs & Banners
Frame and Fortunes
Byron & Kathy Freeland
Pat & Leslie Garrett Family
Gene & Joan Gray
Dennis & Mary Hanley
Rick Hyre
Kingsview Partners
Dave & Connie Knuth
Garry and Susan Lewis
Dr. I.H & Mrs. Nancy Luna
Marshall County Childhood Cancer
Don Mason
Moundsville Pharmacy
Moundsville Rotary Club
Mountaineer Excavating, Inc.
James & Charlene Stultz
John Varlas
Derek & Julia Wayne
Dr. & Mrs. James Wilson