Zack Desmond Archives

Staging a one-act for the 150th

by KCAW News | Sep 14, 2017 | The Morning Interview

Sesquicentennial coordinator Jeff Budd and director Taylor Ciambra recruit actors for a one-act play about the Transfer written by Zack Desmond, to be performed October 14. The play is more nuanced than the traditional Alaska Day melodrama, and touches on themes of racism and inclusivity. Read More

SCT revives the musical with ‘Spelling Bee’

by KCAW News | Mar 31, 2016 | The Morning Interview

Producer Shannon Haugland discusses the upcoming musical performance of the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, along with cast members Hailey Barger and Zack Desmond.Sitka Community Theater presents the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, April 8 and 9, and 5 p.m. Sunday, April 10, at the Sitka Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $10, $8 for students and senior citizens, at Old Harbor Books. For more information, call 738-0602.Downloadable audio. Read More

Brave Heart Bowls event raises money for counseling programs

by KCAW News | Dec 7, 2015 | The Morning Interview

Zack Desmond, the Youth Program Director at Braveheart Volunteers, talks about Braveheart Bowls - the organization's annual fundraiser. Downloadable audio. Read More

The one compliment that never fails

by Emily Kwong, KCAW | Mar 30, 2015 | The CorvidEYE

Sitka Community Theater brought new life to a nearly 100-year-old play in their spring performance (Friday, 3-27-15 to Sunday, 3-29-15), The Flattering Word. Read More

Brave Heart offers Valentine’s retreat for lost love

by KCAW News | Feb 9, 2015 | The Morning Interview

Someone who has lost a spouse or intimate partner may need help redefining Valentine's Day. This Saturday, Brave Heart Volunteers offers the first of four day-long retreats for widows and widowers. 10 AM to 5 PM Sat Feb 14 at the Starrigavan Cabin. Other retreats will be scheduled throughout the year. Visit Brave Heart Volunteers for complete information. With Brave Heart's Zack Desmond.Downloadable audio. Read More