To Playing on Air's friends, collaborators, artists, supporters, and listeners everywhere, 

Having conceived PoA over a decade ago with the peerless and invaluable support of Lillian Laserson, our Board Chair; I feel the moment has come for me to devote more time to family, travel, and new ideas.

 Lillian, our Board, and I, are thrilled and exceedingly fortunate to introduce you to our Executive Director, Yvie Jones, with whom the future of PoA will be secure, and I wager, glorious! In my dreams, we could not have found a more capable, creative leader. Yvie has all the components needed to expertly navigate PoA through its next ten years.

 A writer, comedian, and multimedia storyteller based in Philadelphia, Yvie has worked as a print and online writer, editor, and producer; theater manager; audio producer; and marketing and development professional for media organizations including National Public Radio, Comcast Interactive Media, the Greater Philadelphia Film Office, and the Sundance Film Festival. Who could ask for anything more? 

Our purpose has been to deliver first-rate audio drama to supplement the theater diet of devotees; cultivate theater newcomers with our audio shorts followed by insightful interviews with the featured artists; and provide entertainment to those who may not have the hours, means or access to a treasure trove of extraordinary contemporary one-acts. Playing on Air exists with your support and vision; I thank you and salute you! 

Your participation at this celebration will make outreach to schools, penitentiaries, and underserved communities of all kinds possible; flesh out our staff; and increase fees for our artists!! In turn, we'll provide memorable entertainment and a festive brunch for you! 

 Let's mark this milestone together, Sunday afternoon, December 4th at 54 Below in a roomful of superb performing artists and lively company.  

 Cheers, and unending thanks,

 Claudia