About Us
The Vespians
The Vespians (short for “Village Thespians”) is an ensemble theatrical company of seniors living in an active retirement community in Central Florida called The Villages. Led by two retired, professional performers, the group has been producing an eclectic mix of mostly original comic theater for community residents since 2018. The Vespians theater company does not charge for tickets, but asks for donations at the door instead. Typically, the Vespians presents their main production in the Spring of each year, with a less elaborate offering in the Fall. All net proceeds of the Spring productions, after expenses, are donated to charities, such as the local Honor Flight chapter. To date, the company has funded numerous Veteran’s trips to Washington D.C.
The Stories
The members of this seniors-based ensemble company have found a wonderful and rewarding outlet for their creativity and have enjoyed learning the art of the theater by taking on a variety of roles, including not only acting, but directing, writing, technical support, and even publicity and public relations. But the cost of productions is always on the rise and the need for funding beyond what can be raised from donations at the door of each performance is crucial.
What we Need
Because the Vespians operates on a zero-dollar based budget, it has no means of purchasing (or renting) items that are indispensable to successful operation of the company over the long run. The highest-priority needs include the purchase of a laptop (approximately $700) and ongoing expenses such as the rental of a portable stage and a storage facility for props, sets, and costumes.
Contact Us
For inquiries about venue availability or our upcoming events, send us a message or call 352-259-5172
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The Vespians: Stephen & Marilyn Mosel, Founders
