Summer Theatre Fundraiser & Enrichment Program
Each year, the D41 Kids Foundation hosts its largest fundraiser — a no-cut theater enrichment program open to all District 41 students from kindergarten through 8th grade, no experience required. More than a performance opportunity, this program is a true enrichment experience. Under the guidance of local director Gina Wood, students develop skills in acting, singing, dancing, and stage presence while also learning teamwork, responsibility, and creative problem-solving.
Throughout the enrichment program, children strengthen their abilities, build confidence, form new friendships, and—most importantly—have FUN.
Past productions have included The Lion King (2022), Moana Jr. (2023), Beauty and the Beast (2024), and Seussical (2025). Each show has been a tremendous success and has helped raise significant funds to support District 41 students and their families.
Thank you all for another great summer!
Meet Our Theatre Team
Gina Wood
Director
Gina has been directing children’s theatre programs for over 30 years, and here in District 41 for almost 25 years. She enjoys sharing her own experience, skills, and passion for the performing arts with children from preschool to high school! Her goals as a director are to build individual children’s self-confidence, emphasize the importance of working with others as a supportive team, and learn all the elements of the performing arts while having the MOST fun! In addition to directing both the Hadley Theatre Arts and Ben Franklin Drama programs, Gina has her own Backyard Drama Camps and private acting clinics. She is also the Director of Children’s Ministry at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. She is so honored and excited to be part of the D41 Kid’s Foundation production!
Marta Scarleski
Event Chairman
Kate Marsh
Production Manager
Kate is a life-long lover of theatre who was thrilled to become a theatre mom in 2019. Since then, she has worked on costumes, backstage management, rehearsal coordination and vocal coaching. She is thrilled to continue to work with the D41 Kids Foundation on the summer musical after volunteering on the inaugural production in 2022. Kate believes that theatre and the arts are important for all kids today, and is excited to contribute to this program.
Thank you for supporting our past productions!
Our past shows have been exceptionally fun and successful! Please enjoy some of the photos below and consider participating in or supporting this summer’s production. Thank you for your role in helping make the magic happen.
