Prior to Saturday’s performance of Dracula at Thomas Jefferson Middle School and Community Theater in Arlington, David presented the 2009 Celeste Groves Award to Leslie A. Lynch of Alexandria.
“Congratulations to Leslie for her many years of dedicated service to Encore Stage & Studio,” said David. “Institutions like Encore, which contribute to the vibrant fabric of our community and offer our children opportunities to grow their artistic talents, succeed only through the energy of devoted supporters like Leslie.”
Lynch has volunteered for Encore in multiple ways as a parent of performers, a member of the board, an officer, Stage Door producer, and as a friend of the organization for more than 15 years.
The “Celeste” is named for Encore’s longtime executive producer and box office manager, Celeste Groves, who has volunteered for Encore for more than 30 years.
