[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 6]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 8723]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




    CELEBRATING CHUCK ROGERS' 25 YEARS AT SPRINGFIELD LITTLE THEATRE

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                            HON. BILLY LONG

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 7, 2012

  Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, for 25 years John R. ``Chuck'' Rogers has 
tapped into his artistic talents to entertain audiences at the 
Springfield Little Theatre.
  As the Springfield Little Theatre's technical director, Chuck has 
played an instrumental role in more than 175 productions.
  I had the honor of working with him and seeing up close his talents 
and passion for the theatre when he directed me in a production of 
Cheaper by the Dozen in 1994. Having no prior acting experience, I can 
attest to the tremendous job and care he puts into the entire 
production.
  In addition to the Springfield Little Theatre, Chuck shares his 
artistic talents with the Springfield Ballet, Springfield Regional 
Opera, Ozarks Technical Community College, The Creamery Arts Center, 
and Drury University. He has also helped with public television shows 
in Branson, Missouri.
  The Springfield community and surrounding area is lucky to have a 
neighbor like Chuck. He continues to provide us with great 
entertainment after more than 25 years of involvement in the arts.
  I want to congratulate Chuck Rogers' 25 years at the Springfield 
Little Theatre and wish him continued success. Break a leg Chuck!

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