MIAC welcomes Broadway talent Nick Adams as honorary board member
he’s also a champion of the arts and arts education. We look forward to working together to advance the Institute’s mission of strengthening the vibrancy of the Erie region through richly varied, inclusive cultural experiences.” Adams returned to his hometown in late May when he performed before a sold-out audience at MIAC’s frst in-person concert since March 2020. “The Institute is uniquely cultivating an artistic lifeline to Erie that is so important to me,” Adams said. “I am honored to be a part of the board and to help continue the cultural advancement of my hometown.” Adams got his start in local theatre, which began an upward trajectory that led him to Broadway. He most recently performed American Dream Study with the Forest of Arden acting company under the direction of Michael Arden. He received critical acclaim for his recent portrayal of Whizzer in the North American tour of Lincoln Center Theater’s Broadway production of Falsettos . Notably, he originated
and starred as Adam/Felicia in the Tony-winning Broadway musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert , for which he was named American Theater Hall of Fame Honoree, Broadway Audience Choice Award winner, and Astaire Award nominee. He was the fnal Fiyero in the frst national tour of Wicked and Damian in the world premiere of Mary and Max at Theatre Calgary. Other Broadway performances include A Chorus Line , Guys and Dolls , Chicago , La Cage Aux Folles , and The Pirate Queen . TV and flm appearances include The Other Two (HBO Max), Inventing Anna (Netfix), Sex and the City 2 , An Englishman in New York , Still Waiting in The Wings , Smash , As the World Turns , Guiding Light , Go-Go Boy Interrupted , and It Could Be Worse . He has also wowed audiences in concert performances with the New York Pops at Carnegie Hall, Boston Pops, Indianapolis Symphony, Baltimore Symphony, Naples Philharmonic, Erie Philharmonic, and as a guest soloist with New York City Gay Men’s Chorus, among others.
Erie native and Broadway actor, singer, and dancer Nick Adams has been named an honorary board member of the Mercyhurst Institute for Arts & Culture, Executive Director Brett Johnson announced. “We’re thrilled to welcome Nick as our frst honorary board member,” Johnson said. “In addition to being an extraordinary performer,
Anthony Fulgenzio named new vice president for advancement
For nearly four years, Fulgenzio was vice president for advancement at Lake Erie College in nearby Painesville, Ohio. Previously, he spent 17 years at Gannon University in major gifts, related philanthropy initiatives, and advancement communication. His professional afliations include the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) and American Fundraising Professionals. “These are exciting times at Mercyhurst University under the leadership of Dr. Getz and planning for the 2026 Centennial celebration,” Fulgenzio said. “I am looking forward to working with the talented advancement team, alumni, and the entire Mercyhurst community.” He and his wife, Gloria, are the parents of two adult children. He can be reached at afulgenzio@mercyhurst.edu or 814-824-3320.
Anthony V. Fulgenzio, a dynamic and experienced fundraiser, has been named vice president for advancement at Mercyhurst University. His tenure began Aug. 1, 2021. Fulgenzio is a fundraising professional with over 20 years of experience in higher education and a proven track record for securing transformational gifts. As vice president for advancement at Mercyhurst, Fulgenzio will lead philanthropic initiatives and oversee key programs, including major gifts, alumni and parent engagement, and planned giving. “We are pleased to welcome Tony to the Mercyhurst University community,” said President Kathleen A. Getz. “Tony understands the value of a liberal arts education, and he will be a dedicated and energetic advocate for securing the resources that will enable us to continue our mission of providing our students with the utmost educational experience.”
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