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TNP Sound of Music

Dede and Luke both look at the
experience of sharing the stage together
as an “emotional and unbelievable”
experience. “Probably the biggest, most
amazing memory was opening, but every
show when we go to bow, I look back at my
mom because she is behind me. And we just
look at each other for like 30 seconds.” Dede
recalled this same moment in near tears, “That
first time he went to bow, I was just trying to hold
it all together. It still makes me cry, I’m so proud.”
When asked about her advice for other parents looking to get their
kids involved in performing, Dede said to take every opportunity that’s
available to you. “Theatre grows more theatre. Our KidzAct program, I’ve
never seen anything like it. He was hooked after one summer showcase,
and it was 10 days. Take any opportunity to see what’s available to you,
and just know you’re in great hands.”
All of us at The Naples Players are grateful to every single volunteer
and we are humbled to be a part of your family. Building families like the

Brownlees in turn builds our community stronger.
Thank you to Dede and Luke, and congratulations on your
first production together of many here at The Naples Players.

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