The Spotlight Legacy

Those special people who placed a distinctive stamp on RLT over a long period of time.

"A Raisin in the Sun" (2020)

Les and Opal Abbe

became part of RLT in 1948 as two of its original members and were active participants both on and off stage.

Virginia Moser

began to work with RLT in 1950s and brought John Moser into the company in 1960. They wore every conceivable hat in more than 100 productions and remained involved with the theatre for the rest of their lives.

Nancy Nilsson

joined in 1967 and was part of more than 50 shows.

Hal and Maggie Osgood

became part of RLT in 1986 and were active in more than 60 productions.

Jeanne Piccolino

began in 1962 and was part of more than 150 shows.

Patsy Smart

joined in 1962 and was ubiquitous for years.

Diane Pick

first joined RLT in 1990 and while she filled almost every role, her most frequent contribution was as stage manager.

Elaine Hoover

served many years as a board member and producer.

David and Fran Levin

have been involved with RLT since 1997 serving in every possible way.

Eric Henry

was a pillar for the company on and off the stage for fifteen years.

Dean Fiala

was a multi-term President and led RLT through some of its most challenging years, while also serving as an actor, producer, playwright, and set builder.

Natalie McManus

served as a longtime member of the Board, as well as an actor, director, and vocal coach.