We think of Andrew often and miss him always.  I have a picture of him, with his beautiful smile, hanging in my office and see him every day. Sending much love and warmest thoughts to Mary and Abadi.  Fondly, Kate (and Richard)

Andrew, Michael, Lori, and Jim having a good old time at the Mimi Awards in their younger days.

Andrew was such a welcoming soul. He opened his heart and homes to all, his car for rides, and those delicious bottle of wines. A beautiful  and warm smile always present.  Here we are in Vermont, in their home, as Andrew, Mary, and Abadi welcome all of us.  Summer 2017. 

Andrew: open arms, open heart, ready smile.

Dear Andrew Leynse.

I am writing this letter to you as if you’re going to read it. because over the years, whenever we met, worked together, or hung out, you always made me feel like I had your complete, undivided attention. That feeling has not changed.  

You’re known by everyone for directing, but I’m one of the few who also got to know you as an actor, when we got cast in a play back in theater school. 
Andrew the actor was just like Andrew the director-- curious and generous. I wish there were more actors and directors like you. 

You always said that live theater was defined by its audience, the people sitting in the dark who support the people standing in the light. As a director, you were always the first audience member. You supported a show when it was only a script, a budget and a schedule. You always took the first leap of faith.

So, on behalf of your faith, hope and imagination, every time I see live theater, or perform live theater, I’m going to imagine that you’re there, in the dark, supporting everyone. Your curious generosity will always keep us safe.

Mary enveloping her Andy with all her love. Parents of both cheering them on. Wedding. 

Most of my memories of Andrew revolve around school pick-up/drop-off, with Oreo in tow, conveying enormous love and pride in Abadi, as the three of them walk up or down Amsterdam.  Without even realizing it, Andrew was one of the few parents we always gravitated to, because he turned even the more mundane conversations into thoughtful moments of parenting solidarity.  We hope that Abadi and you always feel Andrew's love; that you both know that he's there with you for support and celebrations in the time to come.  Much love,  Ana, Tom, and Sebastian (Picture of Andrew in Vermont, getting the smores set up ready for the kids)

Mary and Abadi

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