Dedicated to the memory of:

 Stanley A. Kuta (Sr.)  

August 19, 1935-November 10, 2011

Curator for Mrs. Thomas Andrews

"Have a good life"

Stanley Kuta Sr.

Titanic: Mrs. Thomas Andrews

Enjoy riveting presentations by Denise Vanaria as Helen (Mrs. Thomas) Andrews, widow of one of Titanic’s chief designers who perished with the entire Harland & Wolff "Guarantee Group" on 15 April 1912.

Learn heretofore unknown intimate and heart-rending accounts of the Titanic tragedy and Edwardian society as Ms. Vanaria accurately recreates the life and times of Helen "Nellie" Andrews.

Ms. Vanaria appears in authentic Titanic era attire selected from her large collection of Edwardian clothing.  Preparation for a venue takes on average no less than 3-4.   A dresser/ attendant to Ms. Vanaria  is absolutely essential in preparation for every performance.

Each presentation is  unique and  the duration usually varies  from 45-90 minutes.

Ms. Vanaria’s credits and appearances include, among many others, Robert Ballard’s famous "Titanic Revealed;" the Broadway musical "Titanic,"  Voiceover artist for "Titanic, Pride of the White Star."  Exhibitions of her meticulously restored Edwardian clothing have appeared around the world and she has for approximately ten years had numerous Titanic artifacts on display at "Titanic the Experience"  in Orlando, Fla.  She is a Titanic/Andrews historian as well as a consultant on Edwardian fashion and clothing to museums and entertainments. In the course of a lifelong passion for the restoration of Edwardian attire, she has accumulated one of the largest Edwardian clothing collections on the east coast.   

*Fees are variable depending upon the nature and length of the desired program; venue location; travel expenses; as well transportation of artifacts.  Whenever possible, Titanic-Mrs. Thomas Andrews,  makes every effort to work within the client's budget.  Funds continuously cover the purchase of authentic Edwardian wardrobe,  most in need of 3-6 months hand restoration by Ms. Vanaria.   This includes authentic period materials.  

For Information & to book an engagement with Ms. Vanaria, please contact: MrsThosAndrews@aol.com

Mrs. Thomas Andrews welcomes and thanks you for your Victorian/Edwardian clothing donations in any condition.

Give your unwanted clothing a special place in history.

A listing of contributors will soon be listed under:    Donations

2012  Schedule

1912-2012  100 years

May 7th  7 P.M.

Eau Gallie Library

2771 Chapparal Dr.

Eau Gallie,  Fla.  32934

Contact:   Pat Dague  321-259-7064

May 10th  3 P.M.

Storrs Library

East Longmeadow,  M.A.

Contact Barbara Fitzgerald:  413-565-4131

May 12th  1PM

Titanic-A Day to Remember

Greenwood Lake Public Library

Greenwood Lake,  New York

www.gwllibrary.org

Contact:   Kelly Corrado  845-477-8377

May 14th  2 P.M.

Avila Retirement Community

Albany,  N.Y.

Contact Eileen :  518-640-9404

May 15th  2 P.M.

Geer Nursing & Rehabilitation

99 S Canaan Rd  Canaan, CT 06018

Contact Jill Simmons:  (860) 824-5137

May 16th  1:00 P.M.

Enfield Adult Day Centre

Enfield, C.T.  

Contact:  Lynn Daniel  860-763-8816

www.enfield-ct.gov

June 16th  2:30 P.M.

A Father's Day Tea with Mary Lou

Southland Suites Melbourne

2680 Croton Rd.

Melbourne, Fla. 32935

Contact:  Betty Ann D'Anna  321-255-3844

"My Dear Mr. Andrews,

I'm absolutely certain that somehow, somewhere, you will read this letter. Hopefully, you are no longer a tortured soul for that would be the worst tragedy of all.

I feel so sad when I think of all that you and your family suffered when you died so prematurely and tragically.

I will always tell how you put the safety of others first, and then died honourably with an eternal love in your heart for your wife and child.

The tragedy was not in any way your fault. Understandably, this you could not comprehend standing upon Titanic’s chaotic and sinking decks. Your knowledge and actions that night spearheaded passenger evacuation thereby saving many hundreds of lives.

You have nothing to regret. You built the greatest ship of her time and for all time. Titanic’s legacy remains an enduring monument to your work, vision, and sacrifice.

Beautiful ship. Beautiful heart. Beautiful soul.

So dare future greatness but go in peace kind and gentle soul...

Love, Always,

"L.T." Liverpool, UK
7 Feb 2006"
 

Titanic Historian Denise Vanaria in National Geographic Video
  View more of my favorite videos on the Ttianic Media page

"Elba," Helen Andrews, and Niece late 1911 - early 1912
 

Denise Vanaria 2009