Valley Performing Arts Theater
​Board of Directors

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. 

Bob Stowell

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. ​

Dale Zadina

Ord, 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.

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.

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. ​

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.

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.

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.

Chuck Zangger

North Loup, 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.
Action Team Committees
Husk Events Team: a team devoted to designing, planning and coordinating theatre events and marketing/promotion strategies to support the annual season of events.
​          Janna Olson, Ryan Flynn, Jesse Rosberg, Dahn Hagge

Hospitality & Marketing Team: a team dedicated to providing meals and snacks for performers, operating the concession stand, helping with general cleaning and seasonal decorating, and assisting with delivery of event posters. 
          Jean Stowell, Carrie Zangger, Genelle Hackel, Janna Olson, Roger Lansman

Funding Team: a team focused on Theatre finances, grants, season memberships/sponsorships and donor relations.
          Bob Stowell, Chuck Zangger, Ryan Flynn, Mark Hackel, Dahn Hagge

Building Maintenance Team: a team committed to the preservation and improvement of the physical building and technology upgrades.   
          Roger Lansman, Ryan Flynn, Janna Olson, Mark Hackel, Dahn Hagge
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