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Roanoke Island Historical Association Announces New CEO

Roanoke Island Historical Association Announces New CEO - Michael Hardy

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Roanoke Island Historical Association Announces New CEO
(Manteo, NC, August 25, 2010)— Michael Hardy, a North Carolina born theatre consultant with personal ties to the state’s outdoor dramas has been named CEO of The Lost Colony outdoor drama. The announcement comes at the closing of their 73rd anniversary season.

Hardy was born in Durham, NC and studied at Duke University and the Carolina Playmakers at UNC-Chapel Hill before earning his Ph.D. in theatre at the University of Michigan. After graduating, he was general manager for the drama department at East Carolina University for two years before going on to an extensive career in arts management.

He was CEO of performing arts centers in Illinois, New York City, Louisville and Miami and served as executive director of the International Society for the Performing Arts. In recent years he has consulted for a variety of performing arts organizations, including a year as interim Vice President for the Royal Conservatory in Toronto where he opened a new concert hall.

Hardy’s family has been extensively involved in North Carolina's outdoor dramas for many years. His father, William Hardy, was general manager of The Lost Colony in the early 1950's and then went on to manage Horn in the West before taking on the role of Producing Director for the Cherokee drama Unto These Hills for 35 years. His younger brother Peter subsequently directed Unto These Hills for another 16 years.

"My family spent many years in the State's outdoor dramas," says Hardy, "and we all kind of grew up in that environment. My sister was even baptized in the chapel on the stage of The Lost Colony! So, whether this is fate or just in my genes: it certainly feels as if it were meant to be."

“We are thrilled with Michael’s appointment,” says Chris Seawell chairman of the Roanoke Island Historical Association the producing organization of The Lost Colony. “His experience in all aspects of the theatre and his expertise in arts management will be an asset to the Association as we continue to build upon our success and look ahead to our 75th anniversary season.”

Hardy’s appointment as CEO fills the vacancy of Carl V. Curnutte who served as Executive Director and Producer of The Lost Colony for five years. Curnutte resigned the position to work as executive director of The Elizabethan Gardens. Michael plans to relocate to Manteo from Chapel Hill where he currently resides.


The Lost Colony Honors Curnutte for Achievements

The Lost Colony Honors Curnutte for Achievements

(Manteo, NC, August 22, 2010)— In a touching tribute to 22 years of service, the Roanoke Island Historical Association Board of Directors took the occasion of the annual Virginia Dare baby performance to honor outgoing Executive Director and Producer Carl V Curnutte III.

The board surprised Curnutte with an award proclamation that reads:
“Whereas Carl V. Curnutte, III served as the board’s Chief Executive Officer from 2005 through 2010, progressing from the role of General Manager to that of Executive Director of the organization and Producer of The Lost Colony and associated productions; and whereas at the outset of his tenure, he successfully eliminated the organization’s indebtedness in short order; And whereas his understanding of children, and development of programs tailored to their needs, resulted in the most financially successful children’s shows in our history; and whereas his skill in crisis management and his charismatic relationship with the general public contributed significantly to the organization’s timely comeback after the disastrous Costume Shop fire in 2007; And Whereas as producer his quest for variety programming expanded the experimental offerings of the organization; and whereas his interest in and devotion to the organization began in his college days in 1988 at which time he was a wardrobe stitcher in the costume department and tour guide for the organization’s first backstage tours; And whereas during his early years with the show, his talents and professional potential were recognized by the organization with the Evelyn Russell Layton Award; And by the show’s Production Designer who tapped the young Curnutte to intern at the William Ivey Long Studio in New York; Now, therefore be it resolved that, on the occasion of his leaving the organization, the Board does hereby officially recognize and appreciate Carl V. Curnutte, III for his exceptional service, creativity, industry, energy and devotion to The Lost Colony.”

“Since its beginning in 1937, The Lost Colony has had many individuals within and without the Roanoke Island Historical Association step forward to insure that the organization and the drama continues,” says Chris Seawell chairman of the board of the Roanoke Island Historical Association. “Carl Curnutte is one of those individuals. He has played a very important part in The Lost Colony's continuing success.”

Seawell remarks that it is through Curnutte’s long term dedication, enthusiasm, passion and efforts, that The Lost Colony is strong today. He adds, “Carl has led us through significant challenges and events during his tenure as Executive Director and as Producer, as well demonstrating leadership for the cast, crew and artistic staff.”

He is sure that Carl's presence will certainly be missed and confides, “We wish him the best.”

Curnutte is leaving his position at The Lost Colony to work next door as executive director of The Elizabethan Gardens located adjacent to The Lost Colony Office Building within Fort Raleigh National Historic Site.
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