— from Didier Gincig —
What a satisfying feeling to witness so much talent and creative expression during Whale of a Show (adult performers). Such a joy to see an audience so pleased and connected to our community and sense of place.
Ken and Karen Speck had emceed Whale of a Show in its original form many years ago after the Orcas Center was first built. It was a pleasure it was to work with Orcatrazz and the Specks and see youngsters and seasoned veterans of musicianship playing side by side.
I am very thankful for each performer and our kind-hearted high school stagehands, Clara and Thian, who kept the show on pace. What a pleasure to work with Dimitri, Bethany, and Jake at the Orcas Center to create such a successful show!
It was practice in flexibility and acceptance of not knowing what would happen during the week of snow, the postponement, changes in the line-up, and, ultimately making a dream come true as we brought back an old time community Orcas Center tradition.
I will always treasure the memory of this special evening.
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Thank you, Didier – and all who participated – for that marvelous concert!
Huge Kudos to you Didier for your interest in reviving this variety show and for your ability to roll with the changes this type of event brings in addition to the funky weather. Thanks for your positive spirit and great team. It was a fun evening!