Martha’s Vineyard has lost a dear and remarkable friend and one of our most generous and visionary philanthropists. Jeremy Biggs died peacefully on Jan. 7 in Santa Monica, Calif. On behalf of the board of directors of the Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse, we would like to express our immense gratitude to Jeremy and to his amazing wife Friederike for the leadership they have taken in supporting many important Island causes, in particular the capital campaign of the Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse. Jeremy and Friederike helped us kick off our $2.5 million campaign, and their support every step of the way helped us create one of the most classic and beautiful small theatres in New England. Our board salutes Jeremy and Friederike for helping us create a solid and splendid venue for many generations of Vineyard audiences.

Thank you, Jeremy! Thank you, Friederike! This curtain call and this standing ovation are for you!

Gerry Yukevich, M. J. Bruder Munafo
Vineyard Haven

Gerald Yukevich is board president and M.J. Bruder Munafo is artistic and executive director of the Martha’s Vineyard Playhouse.