Del Rossi was the driving force behind the rebuilding of Paper Mill after its destruction by fire in 1980. Under his administration, the theatre became one of the most acclaimed non-profit regional theatres in America. Paper Mill's 2001 production of I'm Not Rappaport, starring Judd Hirsch and Ben Vereen, transferred to Broadway. The plaque features Del Rossi's likeness and the following inscription:
"Angelo Del Rossi - Dedicated Champion of the Arts,
Executive Producer, Loyal Friend, and Inspirational Mentor
In Honor of His Visionary Leadership at Paper Mill Playhouse from 1963 to 2003"
Here is a look at the Thursday afternoon unveiling:
Tony Roberts
Aubrey Reuben
Lee Roy Reams and Christine Ebersole
Aubrey Reuben
George S. Irving and Susan Stroman
Aubrey Reuben
Goodspeed Executive Director Michael P. Price
and Angelo Del Rossi
and Angelo Del Rossi
Aubrey Reuben
Judy McLane and Ron Raines
Aubrey Reuben
Roy Miller, Angelo Del Rossi and Christine Ebersole
Aubrey Reuben
The plaque is inscribed:
"Angelo Del Rossi - Dedicated Champion of the Arts,
Executive Producer, Loyal Friend, and Inspirational Mentor
In Honor of His Visionary Leadership at Paper Mill Playhouse from 1963 to 2003"
"Angelo Del Rossi - Dedicated Champion of the Arts,
Executive Producer, Loyal Friend, and Inspirational Mentor
In Honor of His Visionary Leadership at Paper Mill Playhouse from 1963 to 2003"
Aubrey Reuben
