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When not performing for Motivational Theatre or other theatre groups, Bob is teaching sociology courses to university students, consulting with communities throughout the country on improving accommodations for pedestrians and bicyclists or most likely spoiling his grandchildren. On stage he has played major roles in productions such as "Bus Stop", "Dial M for Murder", "The Odd Couple" and "Our Town." He says portraying Hugh Gallagher in "My Blackbird Has Flown Away" has been one of the most challenging, humbling and rewarding experiences of his professional life. Email: bob@motivationaltheatre.com |
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Anita Tecce is Associate Professor of Theatre at Chesapeake College, where she teaches classes in Theatre and Speech and directs all student productions. She is a veteran actress and director and holds a Masters degree in Theatre from the University of Texas. Since coming to the Eastern Shore in 2003, she has acted and/or directed for the Peake Players, Tred Avon Players, Church Hill Theater, the Prince Theatre, Dorchester Drama Guild, Cricket Players, and Bay 100 Theatre Company. She is proud to be a founding member of Motivational Theatre, for whom she has directed many productions over the past three years. |
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Becca Barringer, Treasurer |
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Becca has worked in all aspects of theater and performed in over 50 shows since moving to the Eastern Shore in 2003, including six with Motivational Theatre. When not performing, Becca woks for Talbot Bank, volunteers with Talbot County Social Services, and various other organizations. Becca has an associate's degree from Chesapeake College in Human Services, and has previously volunteered with Channel Markers in Cambridge, working with Behavioral and Mental Development patients. |
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Tim Daly, Board Member |
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Tim is a nationally renowned disability advocate and marketing expert who helps businesses increase profits by hiring persons with disabilities and making their facilities fully accessible. He graduated from Wheeling Jesuit University with a degree in psychology, and earned a graduate degree in finance from George Washington University. | |||
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Janet Hermans, younger sister of the late Hugh Gregory Gallagher, has lived in Botswana for many years. She visits her grown children in the United States at least once each year. She has been a staunch supporter of the annual Hugh Gregory Gallagher Forum presented by the disAbility Coalition of Talbot County. Mrs. Hermans is principal sponsor and adviser to The Hugh Gregory Gallagher Motivational Theatre. |
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Bill is a founding partner in the firm Hollis, Cronan & Coale, LLP. He provides legal counseling and services to individuals, families and business entities. Mr. Hollis was seriously injured while serving on active duty in the United States Marine Corps. Following his recuperation, he was employed as a health care executive in hospitals and nursing facilities. Mr. Hollis has held management positions at every level of hospital organizations including chief executive officer. |
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Marie Thomas, Board Member |
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Marie is a graphic designer and writer working in the marketing department of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Before joining the Museum, Marie worked as a managing editor of a regional publication. She is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Publication Design at the University of Baltimore. Marie grew up on the Eastern Shore, the second oldest of four children. Her older brother is intellectually disabled and serves as the inspiration behind Marie's desire to raise disability awareness.
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Bill Byrne, Board Member |
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Bill Byrne, an English instructor at Chesapeake College, is a veteran actor and has appeared in numerous theatrical productions on the Eastern Shore and with Motivational Theatre, including most recently "18 Days in July" and "The Card Table." Other performances include productions by the Peake Players, Art House Live, The Talbot Readers Theater and St. Michaels Community Center. Most of Bill's energy has been devoted to The Bay Hundred Theatre Co. which he co-founded in 2006 and where he co- produced and appeared in prominent roles in "The Foreigner," "Arsenic" and Old Lace" and "Bus Stop." |
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Donna Harrison, Board Member |
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Donna Harrison, of Easton, became President of the Chesapeake Center Inc, in 1999. Hired in 1981 as a direct care worker, Donna was promoted from within while completing her Master's degree in Education from Salisbury University in 1989. She is also a 2010 graduate of Shore Leadership. Active in the community, Donna attributes her 4-H experience and family role models with teaching her to "give back," to lead confidently, accept criticism gracefully and learn earnestly. Donna has volunteered with the Waterfowl Festival for 15 years, Chesapeake College Alumni Association, and the Talbot County Soroptimist Club. |
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Jessica Crouse, Board Member |
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Jess graduated from the University of Maryland with degree in Theater Performance. While pursing her degree, she acted in many shows on each side of the Bay. She performed with TAP, Church Hill, Peake Players, Bay Hundred, HGGMT, Prince, and others. For the past year, she has been performing in shows for Motivational Theatre, including Please Don't Forget Me, Snob Mob, The Worst Super Power Ever, and 18 Days. Jess has also been instrumental in Motivational Theatre's training program for young people with disabilities, using theatre to improve life and job skills. |
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Anne McCormick Adams, M.Ed. is the retired Associate Director of the Academic Support Center representing students with disabilities and an adjunct English professor at American University in Washington, D.C. She is also a contributing author to two professional books on Attention Deficit Disorder, with Dr. Patricia Quinn. Since moving to Easton in 2003, Anne has continued her efforts to give back to her community as a spokesperson and presenter of the impact of ADD on individuals and their families. Anne also volunteers at the Benedictine School in Ridgely, MD, as well as the Talbot Special Riders. Anne is a member of the Eastern Shore Writer's Association. |
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Jeff Cole, Board Member |
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Jeff Cole is the Chief Information Officer at Goodwill of Greater Washington with a master's and bachelor's degree in Business Administration, and 25 plus years of business experience. An active member of Toastmasters International, Jeff is currently serving as Division Governor overseeing 32 clubs with over 600 members in Northern Virginia. He also serves on the board of The Ashley Fister Cole Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on melanoma research and education. |
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