I thought that writing a single statement about what Chrysalis means to me would be much easier. mean wandered into WDL when was 5 years old and the next 13 since have filled with some of my absolute fondest memories. With welcoming nurturing environment felt like for first time as kid really flourished something. Since taking stage role wall…yes brick wall (i loved it)... consistently found myself at WDL trying take any part in supporting our community theater could. Through dozen mainstage productions had opportunity perform in passion acting each show growing confidence abilities forming lifelong memories bonds. Then thanks support opportunities started directing own plays. absolutely fell love it. Between directing writing got work 27 one act productions easily becoming festival looked forward year round. After working kids age/older amazing mentors grew up inspired younger kids. 6 pillow play casts incredible young actors most which pleasure being their introduction theatre an gift me. been member committee multiple proud get president this term. Whether it early morning performance outside grape costume kids occasional learning last minute help show or