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The Hurrah Players Board of Directors is a dedicated group of individuals committed to fostering the arts and supporting the mission of Hurrah Players, a renowned performing arts organization. This board comprises passionate community leaders, seasoned professionals, and arts enthusiasts who work collaboratively to ensure the organization’s growth and sustainability. Their responsibilities include overseeing strategic planning, financial management, and fundraising efforts, while also advocating for the arts within the community. By leveraging their diverse expertise and networks, the Board of Directors plays a crucial role in guiding Hurrah Players toward continued success and its mission to enrich the cultural landscape through exceptional theatrical experiences.

Huge Copeland
Founder
The Hurrah Players

Trish Wilbourne
Chairperson
Trustmark Properties, LLC

Joe Young
Vice-Chair
Rutter Mills, LLP

Pam Katrancha
Second Vice President, Personnel Committee Chair
Garden Gazebo

Jerry Duck
Treasurer
Medical Facilities of America

Victor Spence
Secretary, Fundraising Committee
Commify Ltd

Patricia King, MD

Second Secretary, Fundraising Committee

Dr. King and Associates

Brian Boehmcke

Building Committee Chair

Cohen Investment Group

Cheyney Cole

Fundraising Committee

S.L. Nusbaum

Sharon Cook

Personnel Committee

Norfolk Public Schools

Tom Fant

Fundraising Committee, Building Committee

Superior Plumbing

Dabney Napolitano

Fundraising Committee, Event Committee

Community Volunteer

Susan Rawls

Fundraising Committee, Event Committee

Community Volunteer

Bonnie Speight

Fundraising Committee, Event Committee

Community Volunteer

Julie Swain

VIP Reception Committee Chair, Fundraising Committee, TV & Film Advisory Committee

Virginia Beach Public Schools

Courtney Whittemore

Fundraising Committee, VIP Reception Committee, TV & Film Advisory Committee

Informa PLC

The Dicklin Society

30+ Years Ago

Over 30 years ago, two artistically brilliant forces aspired to create a non-profit organization that would provide quality performing arts training and high caliber performance opportunities in the Hampton Roads community. These two powerhouses, Hugh R. Copeland and Paul Dicklin, had this dream actualized by establishing The Hurrah Players in 1984. Unfortunately, Paul Dicklin’s untimely death in 1992 kept him from seeing the lasting success of his vision, his tireless effort, and his passionate commitment to the arts in our community.

Today

Today, under the continued direction of Hugh R. Copeland, The Hurrah Players are thriving as Virginia’s Leading Family Theatre Company. In honor of Paul’s indefatigable effort creating the solid foundation we continue to build upon, we have established The Dicklin Society. This elite Society is comprised of our key supporters, without whom we would not be the incomparable company we are today.

Grateful Hurrah Players Highlight

Hurrah gave me a purpose and helped me discover my passion. I had such a sense of fulfillment at a young age because of The Hurrah Players and Hugh Copeland. It set the track for my career and life.

Grant Gustin The Flash

Hugh was a mentor to me and was able to show me at a young age I was different and an instrument that could tell stories and move people and touch people's hearts.

Adrienne Warren Tony Award Winner for her role as Tina Turner on Broadway

Through kindness, acceptance and love, Hurrah became a place most of us call home and people we call family. I can never replace the collection of incredible memories I have or the lessons I have learned. I believe anyone who joins will inevitably begin to feel this way and become part of our family.