Board of Directors

Our Mission

As a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization, our mission is to serve the cultural, educational and economic needs of the community. We support quality and diverse entertainment that brings smiles, laughter, warmth and lasting memories to every patron at competitive ticket prices.

This mission is achieved by raising funds that are reinvested back into the theater, making it a sustainable catalyst for Waukegan's civic pride and economic development.

Join us! Support our worthy mission by: 1) becoming a member of the Board; 2) making a contribution to our membership and sponsorship opportunities; and/or 3) volunteering for annual events and functions.

Friends of The Genesee Board Members

Chairman of the Board

Mr. Brian Shenker

Operations Board Members

Mr. Roy Cox, Vice Chairman of Operations

Ms. Jing Yu, Treasurer

Development Board Members

Mr. Michael Rhoades, Vice Chairman of Development

Mr. Gary Munda

Alderperson Edith Newsome

Ms. Samantha Uhl

Mr. Matt Wolbrink

Ms. Sara Jaramillo

Dr. Mike Reed

Ms. Joanne Giraldo

Ms. Lenka Rasborschek

Ms. Brooke Dickow

Ms. Gwen Carr

Honorary Board Members

Mr. Kevin Anderson

Ms. Conni Marie Brazelton

Mr. Neil Flynn

Mr. Michael Fosberg

Mr. Patrick Read Johnson

Mr. Russell Nype

Ms. Anita Padilla

Mr. Chuck Waters

Mr. Fred Abdula, In Memoriam

Mr. Ray Bradbury, In Memoriam

Mr. Paul Chervin, In Memoriam

Mr. Jerry Orbach, In Memoriam

Ms. Eleanor Taylor-Bland, In Memoriam

Ms. Debra Halas, In Memoriam