Happy Birthday, Carl!

The thing about Carl is that he's so good at friggin' EVERYTHING that it makes most of our heads spin and before we can even be a little jealous of him, he goes around being super nice and giving. Always tied up in a super-fly ensemble, it's like today's birthday boy is SU's birthday gift, year-round! - Heidi

Happy Birthday, Carl!

"Carl is like the David Bowie character from Labyrinth- that sexy magical puppet master we all remember from childhood- complete with impeccable fashion and incredible eye contact. He has so many talents and does so many things so well. Like the Shamrock Shake, its kind of a mystery. I don't know how he does it, but I sure hope he never stops. Happy birthday, Carl!" - Rachel

"Carl is so kind and generous of heart. He asks all the questions I never think of. He humbles and inspires me, and I'm so glad that I've been able to make theater with him through this crazy adventure called Savage Umbrella. Happy Birthday, Carl!" - Candy

"Carl is the wackiest combination of too, too cool and super nerdy that I've really enjoyed puzzling over during the past four years that I've known him. Just when I become overwhelmed by how handsome, how well-dressed, how well-spoken, how worldly, how intelligent, how thoughtful, how knowledgeable (about music, art, theatre, soccer, non-profit skillz, and the hip-kid scene in Minneapolis), how talented, how driven, and how kind he is, he goes and cracks the laaaaamest joke. And then I know he's just my kind of wacky. Big love to you, cas." - Laura

"I'm convinced that Carl stole Hermione's time-turner, because he's everywhere, knows everyone, and does everything. Either that, or he doesn't sleep. Nonetheless, he pulls it all off while still looking stylish and dapper." - Tanner

"One of the biggest ways you can tell if you have a good friend is if they Show Up. You know? Not just physically but also emotionally, like an awesome and constant high-five. Carl can't help but support his colleagues, friends, collaborators, family, neighbors, strangers, in such an intensely human way. Carl Shows Up. It's humbling and beautiful." - Amber

"You know those personalities that bowl you over and draw you in all at once? That' Carl. I still remember when I first got to really work with him was "Ex-Gays". He was so fun and intense and playful! And the dude is smart, like, woah. Pretty much a number one pick for any creative team!" - Russ

"Carl has this generosity of spirit that you can feel flowing in, around, and through you when he looks you in the eye, and even more so when he gives you a warm, strong hug. I wish that I could have a hug from Carl every day for the rest of my life. He also must be in possession of a time turner, because no one gets more done in a day than Carl. (Don't forget to eat your lunch, birthday boy!)" - Blake

"Carl is the busiest person I know, and he is always so put together...I think he might have clones, and I think that each and every one of them is doing their best to make the world a better place. Something I think we can all aspire to!" - Mason

"I love Carl's sense of style and personal voice!  He comes to every table with an infinite number of life experiences, expertise, and creative ideas.  He opens his heart and home (literally) to all artistic endeavors and adventures with love and joy!  Carl strives to make this world a far better place to live, learn, and play... always!" - Christina

"Carl is... actually, I don't think there is any way to succinctly explain how incredibly creative, kind, and generally awesome Carl really is. I suppose if I tried, it would be something like: WHOAAAAHHHEEeeeiiooooooooosshhhhhkaAA! ... yep, I think that's it. BIRTHDAY!" - Hannah

"Carl keeps us stuck together by pinch hitting for each of us when we need it. He offers help and support in this totally reckless way that's terrifying, not because you think he's going to let you down but because you know in your heart place that you can never be as recklessly giving as he is so you just have to accept it and hope you're spreading enough good karma around to cover it. Also, Carl is my soccer buddy and even when I'm being crazy and dramatic he listens totally engaged and rarely rolls his eyes. Also, he's pretty." - Heidi