Valley Performing Arts Theater
​Board of Directors

Ryan Broker

Ord, Nebraska
I am pleased and honored to have the opportunity to serve our local/regional arts and cultural community as a member of the Board. The arts have been an incredibly important part of my life - and often times my livelihood - since I was very young. I can think of no greater catalyst for a vibrant community than the arts and there are few better connectors, than the arts - as they connect heart to mind, connect painters to musicians, writers to singers, performers to listeners, dreamers to pragmatists, introverts to extroverts,
races to races, atheists to Christians, peacemakers to antagonists, and
bridge the gaps between all of life's tragedies and comedies. I am privileged to have the opportunity to cultivate a creative community that my family and our friends can enjoy and experience...this generation and the next.

Janna Olson,
​Assistant Director

Ord, Nebraska
​I live with my family in Ord on a small hobby farm. I enjoy helping my husband who is a pastor, homeschooling my children, selling homemade bread and working as the Assistant Director of The Golden Husk.  Growing up a creative kid in California then living in several different countries over the course of my life, I have seen how the arts can bring people together. I am thrilled to help promote creativity and community in Valley County.

Melissa Sitz

Ord, Nebraska
The Golden Husk Theater is such an amazing asset to Valley County and the surrounding areas.  I am honored to have the opportunity to be a part of the Board of Directors.  I have enjoyed the diverse and educational entertainment with my own family and am grateful we are able to attend these events right at home.  My children are able to experience and participate in live theater and musical events, expanding their love for the arts.  I am lucky to continue the work and mission of The Golden Husk and cultivate a creative community right here in rural Nebraska.

Dale Zadina

Ord, Nebraska
I am a native of Ord and farm the land that was homesteaded by my family in 1886. I believe that the future of this country’s economy and social status rests on rural small-town America, and I hold a strong commitment to the preservation of the land, heritage and community, I call home. Thus, it is imperative that the political and social organizations that create a strong and vibrant rural community be strongly supported.

Chuck Zangger

North Loup, Nebraska
​As a multi-generational farmer and global entrepreneur in Valley County, I hold a strong passion for my heritage and the vitality of our area. I believe a strong artistic culture is a key component to building a progressive community. I am honored to serve on the Valley Performing Arts Theatre Board and embrace the quest of cultivating a creative community for the greater good.

Mindy Dorsey

Arcadia, Nebraska
I appreciate the opportunity to raise my family in a thriving rural area. I believe a strong arts and cultural presence is essential to the vitality of a community, and I am so pleased to contribute to the arts presence by serving on The Golden Husk Board. I am especially passionate about providing diverse experiences for youth and adults to share their artistic talents and creatively learn together. It is a privilege to collaborate with innovative people to enhance our arts culture.  ​

Dahn Hagge,
Director

Hometown: Ord, Nebraska
​Currently resides: Hay Springs, Nebraska
​I have many wonderful childhood memories of people sharing their artistic talents and heritage to make our community special. I am extremely grateful to share in the work at The Golden Husk, along with the Board, to design artistic programming and preserve our beautiful historic theatre. It is an honor to create events and gatherings which showcase our remarkable local artists and attract national and global performers to our rural community. As each of us share our creative gifts, we strengthen community connections and enhance our quality of life. 

Darlene Psota

North Loup, Nebraska
My passion for writing grew out of my high school English and Literature classes. My involvement in choir and band developed my love for music.  The Golden Husk is a place where I can continue to use those talents and encourage others to use theirs. It is a place where people of like interests can enjoy the arts while strengthening our community and economy.

Bob Stowell

President

Ord, Nebraska
As a native of Ord and Valley County, I hold a strong vision for rural community development and a passion for our rich heritage.  I believe in a comprehensive approach to achieving community vitality through cultivating dynamic leadership development, entrepreneurial business ventures, local philanthropic efforts, and a diverse arts culture. I am grateful to support The Golden Husk Theatre and collaborate with others to honor our incredible local talent, as well as, bring exceptional performing arts experiences and educational opportunities to rural Nebraska. ​

Janie Zadina

Ord, Nebraska
I am extremely grateful for the advantages that living in “small town” America has offered me. I appreciate the opportunity to live out my dreams of leadership and community service while continuing to farm and enjoy the great outdoors.  My enthusiastic dream is of a community with a cooperative spirit that focuses on the positive traits of the individuals and the strengths and assets of the local area to give everyone the opportunities and freedom to pursue their dreams and enjoy the good life of rural Nebraska.

Sheila Greenland

Arcadia, Nebraska
My love for the arts has always been in my heart. I began performing at local music festivals at six years old and I am so grateful to be able to live out my dreams, while raising my family in my hometown.  I enjoy writing, recording and performing music and touring with my band. I am happy to support The Golden Husk Theatre and to collaborate with others to enhance our local arts culture and provide quality entertainment opportunities.

Roger Lansman

Ord, Nebraska
I have lived and worked in the Ord area for over 40 years as a farmer/rancher. We have a blended family, with two sons and their families living in the area, and extended family, too. I love to experience performing arts, especially music and theater. My contributions to the Husk are primarily in facility quality and maintenance.

Duane Psota

North Loup, Nebraska
I have worked in retail for over 50 years and always enjoy being around employees and customers. My work goals are to make the people I supervise successful. I enjoy working in the outdoors taking care of the lawn and landscaping the grounds around our home. I was raised in the North Loup Valley and went to Barker country school and graduated from North Loup Scotia High School. I enjoy being around people at the Golden Husk and seeing people enjoying the different talents that perform on stage at the Husk. 

Jean Stowell

Ord, Nebraska
I am thankful for the opportunity to serve The Golden Husk Theatre and nurture the local arts and entertainment culture to enhance our quality of life. I believe supporting our arts culture is a wonderful way to honor the special gifts and talents of local people, preserve our history,  and attract young families to our community. I enjoy welcoming people to our community and offering warm hospitality to people near and far at the theatre. ​

Carrie Zangger

North Loup, Nebraska
​I have embraced the arts from childhood, as I studied French in high school and college and have been active in vocal music, musicals and piano throughout my life. My passion for the arts sparked my interest in serving on the VPAT Board.  I hold strong value in having the availability of exceptional live performances and artistic educational opportunities locally in our beautiful, historic theater for all ages of community members to enjoy.
Action Team Committees
Husk Events Team: Janie Zadina, Dahn Hagge and 20 community volunteers
Hospitality & Marketing Team: Jean Stowell, Janie Zadina, Carrie Zangger, Vickie Lansman, Dahn Hagge
Funding Team: Janie Zadina, Mark Hagge, Bob Stowell, Dahn Hagge, Duane Psota
Building Maintenance Team: Dale Zadina, Roger Lansman, Chuck Zangger
​Legal counsel provided by Stowell, Geweke & Piskorski PC, LLC
Accounting consulting provided by Severson, Lammers & Abel, CPAs, PC