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Bob Funking
Latest News on Bob Funking:
Westchester Broadway Theatre Closes Its Door (Oct 26, 2020)
Nicolas Tabio Receives Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship for Theatre (Jun 21, 2017)
Westchester Broadway Theatre to Present Free Performance for Local Children's Homes SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER (Jan 6, 2017)
Westchester Broadway Theatre Closes Its Door (Oct 26, 2020)
Nicolas Tabio Receives Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship for Theatre (Jun 21, 2017)
Westchester Broadway Theatre to Present Free Performance for Local Children's Homes SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER (Jan 6, 2017)
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Bob Foster, VFW Post 2285; Fred Abatangelo, Hudson Valley Honor Flight; Bob Funking, Owner; Vito Pinto, WC Veterans Agency; Morgan Rappe, Edgemont HS Senior Veterans Club; Frank Kimler, Hudson Valley Honor Flight Executive Board; Bill Skennion, Hudson Val
Date:
10/06/2014
From: Photo Flash: Westchester Broadway Theatre Raises $10K for Hudson Valley Honor Flight
Members of East Coast Assistance Dogs accept donation check from Owners Bob Funking and Bill Stutler at Westchester Broadway Theatre.
Left to right: Bob Funking, Ace Acevedo and service dog Blip, Bill Stutler, Dale Picard and service dog Aris (holding
Date:
12/02/2011
From: Photo Flash: Westchester Broadway Theatre Honors Veterans' Assistance Organizations
News
Westchester Broadway Theatre Closes Its Door
The Journal News has reported that Westchester Broadway Theatre has closed after 46 years and 217 mainstage productions due to the effects of the ongoing global health crisis.
The Journal News has reported that Westchester Broadway Theatre has closed after 46 years and 217 mainstage productions due to the effects of the ongoing global health crisis.
Nicolas Tabio Receives Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship for Theatre
This year's recipient, of the Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Nicolas Tabio, a senior at Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY. It will be awarded to him on Stage at Westchester Broadway Theatre on Thursday, July 6, 2017.
This year's recipient, of the Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Nicolas Tabio, a senior at Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY. It will be awarded to him on Stage at Westchester Broadway Theatre on Thursday, July 6, 2017.
Westchester Broadway Theatre to Present Free Performance for Local Children's Homes SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER
For the past 42 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area institutions in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of 'SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER".
For the past 42 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area institutions in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of 'SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER".
Westchester Broadway Theatre Owners Commission History of the Venue
Bill Stutler and Bob Funking, owners of the highly successful WESTCHESTER BROADWAY THEATRE, in Elmsford, New York, have commissioned author GARY CHATTMAN to write an anecdotal history of the theatre. This fun, theatrical, narrative will date back to July of 1974, when AN EVENING DINNER THEATRE opened.
Bill Stutler and Bob Funking, owners of the highly successful WESTCHESTER BROADWAY THEATRE, in Elmsford, New York, have commissioned author GARY CHATTMAN to write an anecdotal history of the theatre. This fun, theatrical, narrative will date back to July of 1974, when AN EVENING DINNER THEATRE opened.
Archbishop Stepinac High School Senior Receives WBT Scholarship
This year's recipient, of the Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Christian Prato, a senior at Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY. It will be awarded to him on Stage at Westchester Broadway Theatre on Thursday, May 12, 2016.
This year's recipient, of the Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Christian Prato, a senior at Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY. It will be awarded to him on Stage at Westchester Broadway Theatre on Thursday, May 12, 2016.
WBT to Offer Free Performance for Local Children's Homes
For the past 40 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area institutions in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of 'SHOW BOAT'. THIS YEAR'S INVITES INCLUDE Andrus Children's Center, Children's Village, Green Chimneys, Sunshine Children's Home, Hawthorne Cedar Knolls, Pleasantville Cottage School, Rockland Children's Psychiatric Center, Lincoln Hall, Putnam Associated Resource Center, Cardinal McClosky Home and Diagnostic Center in Pleasantville. There will be over 400 children and chaperones attending this performance. Approximately 16,500 children & chaperones have attended since the program began.
For the past 40 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area institutions in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of 'SHOW BOAT'. THIS YEAR'S INVITES INCLUDE Andrus Children's Center, Children's Village, Green Chimneys, Sunshine Children's Home, Hawthorne Cedar Knolls, Pleasantville Cottage School, Rockland Children's Psychiatric Center, Lincoln Hall, Putnam Associated Resource Center, Cardinal McClosky Home and Diagnostic Center in Pleasantville. There will be over 400 children and chaperones attending this performance. Approximately 16,500 children & chaperones have attended since the program began.
Andrew Leonforte Receives 2015 Bob Fitzsimmons Award
The 2015 recipient, of the Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Andrew Leonforte, a senior at Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY.
The 2015 recipient, of the Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Andrew Leonforte, a senior at Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY.
Photo Flash: Westchester Broadway Theatre Raises $10K for Hudson Valley Honor Flight
At a fundraiser at Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford to benefit the Hudson Valley Honor Flight, WBT donated a portion of all ticket sales for the opening night of SOUTH PACIFIC. The $10,000 total donation was to sponsor the October 18th inaugural flight from Westchester, with the second flight following in April of 2015. WBT owners Bob Funking and Bill Stutler received a proclamation of merit from County Executive Rob Astorino for their efforts on behalf of the veterans. Scroll down for photos!
At a fundraiser at Westchester Broadway Theatre in Elmsford to benefit the Hudson Valley Honor Flight, WBT donated a portion of all ticket sales for the opening night of SOUTH PACIFIC. The $10,000 total donation was to sponsor the October 18th inaugural flight from Westchester, with the second flight following in April of 2015. WBT owners Bob Funking and Bill Stutler received a proclamation of merit from County Executive Rob Astorino for their efforts on behalf of the veterans. Scroll down for photos!
Stepinac Graduate Receives WBT's 2014 Bob Fitzsimmons Arts Scholarship
This year's recipient of Westchester Broadway Theatre's Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Christopher Guzman, a 2014 graduate of Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY.
This year's recipient of Westchester Broadway Theatre's Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Christopher Guzman, a 2014 graduate of Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY.
Westchester Broadway Theatre Celebrates 40th Anniversary Today
Today, July 9, 2014 Westchester Broadway Theatre will celebrate its 40th Anniversary. The Theatre has a history of 184 main-stage productions and nearly a thousand Monday/Tuesday special events and concerts. WBT's objective with this world-class venue is to always provide its audiences, which come from far and wide, with the highest production values and most memorable entertainment and dining experiences.
Today, July 9, 2014 Westchester Broadway Theatre will celebrate its 40th Anniversary. The Theatre has a history of 184 main-stage productions and nearly a thousand Monday/Tuesday special events and concerts. WBT's objective with this world-class venue is to always provide its audiences, which come from far and wide, with the highest production values and most memorable entertainment and dining experiences.
Westchester Broadway Theatre Celebrates 40 Years!
On July 9, 2014 Westchester Broadway Theatre will celebrate our fortieth Anniversary. The Theatre has a history of 184 main-stage productions and nearly a thousand Monday/Tuesday special events and concerts. Our objective with this world-class venue is to always provide our audiences, which come from far and wide, with the highest production values and most memorable entertainment and dining experiences.
On July 9, 2014 Westchester Broadway Theatre will celebrate our fortieth Anniversary. The Theatre has a history of 184 main-stage productions and nearly a thousand Monday/Tuesday special events and concerts. Our objective with this world-class venue is to always provide our audiences, which come from far and wide, with the highest production values and most memorable entertainment and dining experiences.
Westchester Broadway Theatre to Celebrate 40th Anniversary, July 9
On July 9, 2014 Westchester Broadway Theatre will celebrate its 40th Anniversary. The Theatre has a history of 184 main-stage productions and nearly a thousand Monday/Tuesday special events and concerts. WBT's objective with this world-class venue is to always provide its audiences, which come from far and wide, with the highest production values and most memorable entertainment and dining experiences.
On July 9, 2014 Westchester Broadway Theatre will celebrate its 40th Anniversary. The Theatre has a history of 184 main-stage productions and nearly a thousand Monday/Tuesday special events and concerts. WBT's objective with this world-class venue is to always provide its audiences, which come from far and wide, with the highest production values and most memorable entertainment and dining experiences.
Westchester Broadway Theatre to Host Free FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Show for Childrens' Homes Today
For the past 38 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area hospitals and in Group Homes in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of 'FIDDLER ON THRE ROOF'.
For the past 38 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area hospitals and in Group Homes in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of 'FIDDLER ON THRE ROOF'.
Westchester Broadway Theatre to Host Free FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Show for Childrens' Homes, 1/16
For the past 38 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area hospitals and in Group Homes in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of 'FIDDLER ON THRE ROOF'.
For the past 38 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area hospitals and in Group Homes in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of 'FIDDLER ON THRE ROOF'.
Albert Stanaj Receives Stepinac High School's Bob Fitzsimmons Memorial Scholarship
The Bob Fitzsimmons Memorial Scholarship, this year, is being awarded to Albert Stanaj, a 2012 graduate of Archbishop Stepinac High School. He has been demonstrating an interest in theatre since the age of 9. Albert would come to Stepinac with his parents to pick up his older brother who was in rehearsal for SOUTH PACIFIC. Besides running around the theatre chasing other cast members' little sisters, Albert became a student of the theatre at that time.
The Bob Fitzsimmons Memorial Scholarship, this year, is being awarded to Albert Stanaj, a 2012 graduate of Archbishop Stepinac High School. He has been demonstrating an interest in theatre since the age of 9. Albert would come to Stepinac with his parents to pick up his older brother who was in rehearsal for SOUTH PACIFIC. Besides running around the theatre chasing other cast members' little sisters, Albert became a student of the theatre at that time.
Photo Flash: Westchester Broadway Theatre Honors Veterans' Assistance Organizations
A very special afternoon was had by all at the Wednesday, November 30th Matinee of Home For The Holidays at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Representatives from several Veterans' assistance organizations including, Hope For Warriors, East Coast Assistance Dogs, New York State Veterans Home and Montrose VA Hospital, were in attendance. The occasion was the presentation by owners, Bob Funking and Bill Stutler, of checks to these deserving organizations totaling over $11,000. The funds were raised in a fundraiser event with the help of patrons of the theatre and members of Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion Posts who attended shows at WBT this Fall.
A very special afternoon was had by all at the Wednesday, November 30th Matinee of Home For The Holidays at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Representatives from several Veterans' assistance organizations including, Hope For Warriors, East Coast Assistance Dogs, New York State Veterans Home and Montrose VA Hospital, were in attendance. The occasion was the presentation by owners, Bob Funking and Bill Stutler, of checks to these deserving organizations totaling over $11,000. The funds were raised in a fundraiser event with the help of patrons of the theatre and members of Veterans of Foreign Wars and American Legion Posts who attended shows at WBT this Fall.
Veterans Hold Fundraiser with Westchester Broadway Theatre
Westchester Broadway Theatre continues to support veterans, having already raised over 10,000 dollars for Veterans. 'Of all the fund raising we do, supporting our returning Vets for their sacrifice is among the highest,' said Bob Funking, owner and producer.
Westchester Broadway Theatre continues to support veterans, having already raised over 10,000 dollars for Veterans. 'Of all the fund raising we do, supporting our returning Vets for their sacrifice is among the highest,' said Bob Funking, owner and producer.
Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship For Theatre Recipient Announced
This year's recipient, of the Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Brandon Russo, a senior at Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY. It will be awarded to him on Stage at Westchester Broadway Theatre on Thursday, March 31, 2011.
This year's recipient, of the Bob Fitzsimmons Scholarship is Brandon Russo, a senior at Archbishop Stepinac High School in White Plains, NY. It will be awarded to him on Stage at Westchester Broadway Theatre on Thursday, March 31, 2011.
WBT Special Needs Children Matinee POSTPONED Until 1/19
For the past 36 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area hospitals and in Group Homes in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of ' JEKYLL & HYDE'. THIS YEAR'S INVITES INCLUDE Edenwald Center, Hawthorne Cedar Knolls, Pleasantville Cottage School, Linden Hill, Rockland Children's Psychiatric Center, Lincoln Hall, St. Christophers, Cardinal McClosky Home, Diagnostic Center in Pleasantville, NY Institure For Special Ed, PARC, and Sunshine Children's Home.
For the past 36 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area hospitals and in Group Homes in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of ' JEKYLL & HYDE'. THIS YEAR'S INVITES INCLUDE Edenwald Center, Hawthorne Cedar Knolls, Pleasantville Cottage School, Linden Hill, Rockland Children's Psychiatric Center, Lincoln Hall, St. Christophers, Cardinal McClosky Home, Diagnostic Center in Pleasantville, NY Institure For Special Ed, PARC, and Sunshine Children's Home.
WBT Hosts Special Needs Children Matinee
For the past 36 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area hospitals and in Group Homes in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of ' JEKYLL & HYDE".
For the past 36 years, Westchester Broadway Theatre has donated a matinee performance of one of its mainstage productions each year to the children residing in the area hospitals and in Group Homes in Westchester County. This Year the children will be treated to our new musical production of ' JEKYLL & HYDE".
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