Dedicated to the memory of:
Stanley A. Kuta (Sr.)
August 19, 1935-November 10, 2011
"Have a good life"
Stanley Kuta Sr.
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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.
Historian/Business Manager
Dr. T. Andrews
Assistant Manager/Doll Creator
Marie Sloan
Advisory & Production :
Sharon Kuta, Daniel Tawczynski
Curation: Stanley Kuta Sr.
Music: Sylvia Storonowicz
Painting: Sylvia Storonowicz
Assisting:
Paticia Sierminski, Morgan Buczkowski, Ryan Kuta, Myra Whalen, Brittany Dunn,
Martha Tawczynski, Bruce Beveridge.
Technical set-up/ Art direction: Stanley Kuta Sr., Crystal L. Vanaria, Jeffery Eller
Now taking bookings for 2013.
2012 Schedule
1912-2012 100 years
February 11th 3:00-7:00 P.M.
The Historic Pritchard House
Titusville, Fla. 32781
Titanic---Love, Life & Loss
Hosted by: Roz Foster, Judy Underwood
Tickets will be available through the Pritchard House
Contact Judy Underwood: 321-383-8115
Special engagement performance dedicated to the memory of Thomas Andrews Jr. Remembering his 139th birthday & the approaching 100th anniversary of Titanics' Maiden Voyage in April 2012.
Victorian/Edwardian or formal attire encouraged.
Remembering Stan
February 12th 4:00 P.M.
Watersong Retirement Community
Viera, Fla.
Performance dedicated to the memory of Titanic curator, Stanley A. Kuta Sr.
Members at Watersong and their friends will be the priority before seats seats will be available to the public.
Members are free.
Reservations required.
Public Seats: 20.00
Contact Sharon Larson: 321-253-7440 or 321-253-7441
Cards & flowers welcome
See further details under "Special Engagements"
February 17th 4:00 P.M.
Special Engagement Performance
Devonshire Estates
Lenox, M.A.
An Intimate Interview with Mrs. Thomas Andrews
Contact: Sheryl O'Brien 413-637-1700
February 22nd 2 P.M.
Del-Mar Place
467 Delaware Ave.
Del-Mar N.Y. 12054
Contact Kassi Neal: 518-434-4663
April 4th 1:00 P.M.
Downers Grove Ladies Guild
United Methodist Church of Downers Grove
Downers Grove, Il.
Contact: Jane Munsie 630-985-0320
April 9th 6:00 P.M.
The Gaylord Building
For the Lockport Branch Library/White Oak Library District
Lockport, Il.
Contact: Deborah Lullo 815-838-0755
www.whiteoaklibrary.org
April 10th 7:00 P.M.
Woodridge Public Library
3 Plaza Drive
Woodridge, Il. 60517
Contact: Kay Kohut 630-964-7899
April 11th 7:00 P.M.
Frankfort Library
Frankfort, Il.
Contact: Melissa Rice 815-469-2423
April 12th 6:30 P.M.
St. Xavier University
Robert & Mary Rita Murphy Stump Library
3700 W. 103rd St.
Chicago, Il. 60655
Contact: David R. Kohut
Special Engagement!!!
100th Anniversary Remembrance Performance
Remembering the Titanic 1912-2012
April 14th 2012
9:00 A.M.-4:00 P.M.
Joliet Public Library
Joliet, Il.
Artist Sylvia Storonowicz to unveil commemorative Andrews Painting
Sylvia Storonowicz to perform a piano concerto of musical scores played aboard Titanic
Time of Mrs.Andrews performance to be determined.
Victorian/Edwardian or formal attire encouraged.
(More activities & details to come. Please stay posted)
Contact: Kim Kneidermyer 815-735-6870
April 21st 2 P.M.
Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando, Fla. 32801
Contact: Kris Woodson 407-835-7484
April 29th 2 P.M.
DeGroodt Library
6475 Minton Rd. S.W.
Palm Bay, Fla. 32908
Contact: Caroline Rosado 321-952-6318
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 14th 2 P.M.
Avila Retirement Community
Albany, N.Y.
Contact Eileen : 518-640-9404
"Thomas Andrews Bittersweet"
If I tell you . Will you listen? Will you stay? Will you be here forever? Never go away?
Never thought things would change. Hold me tight Please don't say again That you have to go
A bitter thought I had it all But I just let it go Oh, this silence. It's so violent since your`re gone
All my thoughts are with you forever Until the day we'll be back together I will be waiting for you
If I had told
you You would have listened You had stayed You would be here forever
Never went away It would never have been the same All our time Would have been in vain Cause you had to go
The sweetest thought I had it all Cause I did let you go All our moments Keep me warm When you're gone
All my thoughts are with you forever Until the day we'll be back together
I will be waiting for you.
"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
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"Elba," Helen Andrews, and Niece late 1911 - early 1912
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Denise Vanaria 2009
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