Winter 2007/8

What began as a dream of a visionary man 12 years ago has become a way of life to literally thousands of talented young actors throughout Arizona.

Gerry Cullity, along with his wife, Laurie, and his mother, Joan Thompson, founded Desert Stages Theatre in a small Scottsdale strip mall in 1995. Since that time, Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre has opened a world of joy, not only to children ages 3-19, but to countless adult actors as well, who have entertained thousands of arts patrons over the years. In 2004, with the help of dedicated volunteers, Desert Stages moved into a freestanding theatre in downtown Scottsdale. A dream was realized! Very sadly, in the spring of 2005, Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre unexpectedly lost its founder and artistic director, Gerry Cullity to a massive heart attack.

The show has gone on! Laurie, Joan and countless actors, donors, volunteers and audience members continue to carry on Scottsdale Desert Stages.

This year, we celebrate serving the valley with theatrical excellence. I cordially invite you to help underwrite and to attend the event that will pay tribute to Scottsdale Desert Stages’ 14th season!
Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre 4th Annual
Look Into Your Heart Gala and Silent Auction
Friday, February 6, 2009 at Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas, 6333 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ.