Featured; Jason Strayer, Club President and Katie Banville Associate Artistic Director Cygnet Theatre
DMSB Rotary Takes a Bow with Katie Banville of Cygnet Theatre
October 2, 2026: The curtain rose on breakfast this morning, and DMSB Rotary had the best seat in the house. Our guest star, Katie Banville, has spent more than 20 years as a performer and choreographer and now serves as Associate Artistic Director at Cygnet Theatre. Her stories of the theatre scene of yesteryear were a welcome breath of fresh air, and a gentle nudge to look up from our screens once in a while.
Cygnet has been stealing scenes since 2003 and now calls the historic Liberty Station home, at 2880 Roosevelt Road in the Point Loma Art District. After a $43.5 million renovation, the building is ready for its close-up. Each year, Cygnet puts on six to seven mainstage productions, mixing classics, contemporary plays, and musicals, so there's something for every taste.
Thank you, Katie, for a standing-ovation-worthy morning. Members and readers, your next assignment: grab a ticket, grab a friend, and enjoy some good old-fashioned theatre fun. Our local stages will thank you with a grand applause!
Discover the Del Mar Solana Beach Rotary Club – Where Service and Fellowship Flourish!
Since our inception in 1992, the Del Mar Solana Beach Rotary Club has been dedicated to making a difference in our community and beyond. As part of Rotary District 5340, encompassing 67 clubs in San Diego and Imperial Counties, we're driven by a passion for service and a commitment to meaningful impact.
Why Rotary?
As the world's pioneer service club, Rotary International has a rich history dating back to 1905. With 34,000 clubs and 1.2 million Rotarians worldwide, Rotary leverages collective resources to tackle global challenges, from eradicating polio to promoting education and fostering peace.
What do we do?
At our club, you'll experience the joy of service while building lasting friendships. Whether it's through our weekly Friday morning meetings, engaging in fellowship activities, or participating in our signature event, Lobsterfest, there's always an opportunity to have fun while making a difference.
Who do we serve?
We're deeply involved in a diverse range of projects, from supporting local initiatives like Just in Time for Foster Youth and Casa de Amistad to international efforts such as the El Salvador Preschool and Community Center and India Women’s Home for Mental Health Care. Through educational, humanitarian, and cultural programs, we touch lives and create positive change, both locally and globally.
Ready to join us?
Visit our website to learn more about our club and how you can get involved. Or better yet, stop by for a complimentary breakfast at the Del Mar Hilton Hotel every Friday morning. Experience firsthand the warmth of our community and the impact we're making together. Come be a part of something truly special – join the Del Mar Solana Beach Rotary Club today!
Join us!
Contact Susan Hennenfent
shennenf@gmail.com
1-619-890-2623
DMSB Rotary
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