Mary Testa, Taylor Trensch, Jonathan Raviv, Brooke Ishibashi, and Jordan Dobson in “Night Side Songs.” Source: NileScottStudios and Maggie Hall

“These were shaggy productions,” Daniel recalls, only to correct himself: “But actually, you’d be surprised – not that shaggy.” Professional designers lent their talents, thanks to the intervention their director at the time, Eric Butler, who, Daniel notes, had “a lot of connections” in the local theater world. “It was a really beautiful coming together of the whole community to do these shows,” Daniel adds. “Honestly would bring me to tears because it was so beautiful. No one was doing it for money.”

“It just goes to show you how far enthusiasm can take you,” Patrick, who is two years younger than his brother, adds.