The Community Players of Salisbury

President’s Message

Dear Friends and Family,

Good evening and welcome to the first show of our 70th season.  First, I want to thank you for your continued support when we had to change the location of our show.  As the old saying goes "There is no business like show business," and you just never know what is going to happen during a show!  But we can always count on our audiences to join us.  Susan, her cast and crew have been hard at work the last couple of months to bring you a terrific show tonight.  It is now their pleasure to share their hard work with you.  We would also like to thank our advertisers and ask that you continue to support their businesses.  I hope that you will sit back and enjoy your evening!

                                                                 Becky Mumford

 

 

Officers

President............................................................................................Becky Mumford

Vice-President..................................................................................Sharon Benchoff

Corresponding Secretary.........................................................................Jan Bellistri

Recording Secretary...................................................................................Kel Nagel

Treasurer.............................................................................................Charles Linton

Immediate Past President..........................................................Sherri Trader-Hynes

 

Board of Directors

Carol Alex     David Allen    Ernie Matthews

Kathy Panchyk    Ken Johnson     Tom Robinson    Susan Rogers

 

Standing Committees

Advertising...............................................................................................David Allen

Box Office...................................................................................................John Alex

Concessions..........................................................................................Brenda Allen

Fund Raising......................................................................................Rusty Mumford

Historical.............................................................................................Bonnie Bosies

House........................................................................................................Carol Alex

Maintenance...........................................................................................Lester Huss

Membership........................................................................................Terri Thornton

Nominations......................................................................................Pat Oberholtzer

Patrons............................................................................................Ernest Matthews

Program.................................................David Allen and David and Pat Oberholtzer

Production.......................................................................................Sharon Benchoff

Scholarship........................................................................................Rusty Mumford

Season Tickets................................................................................Ernest Matthews

 

207th                                                                        70th

     Production                                                              Year

 

Community Players of Salisbury, Inc. 


Presents

      Book by

   David Simpatico

    Songs by

Matthew Gerrard, Robbie Nevil, Ray Cham, Greg Cham, Andrew Seeley,

Randy Petersen, Kevin Quinn, Andy Dodd, Adam Watts, Bryan Louiselle,

David N. Lawrence, Faye Greenberg and Jamie Hous

Music Adapted, Arranged and Produced by

Bryan Louiselle

Based on a Disney Channel Original Movie written by Peter Barsocchini

 

Directed by

Susan Rogers

 

Choreography By

Kate Allen

 

Musical Director

Susan Rogers

James M. Bennett Senior High School Auditorium

Fri., November 2nd, 2007 at 8:00 pm,

Sat., November 3rd at 2:00 and 8:00 pm,

Sun., November 4th at 2:00 pm

Presented by Arrangement with Music Theatre International

This production was made possible, in part, by a grant from the Salisbury Wicomico Arts

Council, awarded by the Maryland State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.

 

 

Synopsis and Musical Numbers

ACT I:

Scene 1  East High School Steps (& Ski Lodge)  Monday, 7:45 a. m.

                             Wildcat Cheer......................................................................Company

                             Start of Something New...................................Troy, Gabriella and Company

Scene 2  Ms. Darbus’ Homeroom  Monday, 8:00 a. m.

Scene 3  Hallway  Monday, 8:15 a. m.

Scene 4  Gym  Monday, 8:30 a. m.

                             Get’cha Head in the Game.................................Troy, Jocks

                             Get’cha (Playoff) into Lab................................Troy, Jocks

Scene 5  Chemistry Lab  Monday, 2:00 p. m.

Scene 6  Theatre  Monday, 3:00 p. m.

Scene 7  Theatre  Tuesday, 3:00 p. m.

                            Auditions (Bop to the Top/What I’ve…)...........Thespians, Ms. Darbus

                            What I’ve Been Looking For...............................Ryan, Sharpay

                            What I’ve Been Looking For (Reprise)..............Troy, Gabriella

Scene 8  Various Places  Tuesday, Evening

                            Cellular Fusion......................................................Chad, Taylor and Company

Scene 9  Cafeteria  Wednesday, Noon

                           Stick to the Status Quo......................................Company

 

 

15 Minute Intermission

You’re invited to visit the refreshment stand in the lobby during intermission.

ACT II

                           Entr’acte (Stick to the Status Quo).................Band

Scene 1  Rooftop Garden  Wednesday, 12:30 p. m.

                           I Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You......................Troy, Gabriella

Scene 2  Sharpay’s Locker  Wednesday, 12:30 p. m.

Scene 3  Study Hall  Wednesday, 1:00 p. m.

                          Wildcat Cheer........................................................Cheerleaders

Scene 4  Gym  Wednesday, 3:30 p. m.

Scene 5  Locker Room/Lab  Wednesday, 4:00 p. m.

                          Counting on You.....................................................Jocks, Brainiacs

                          When There Was Me and You..............................Troy, Gabriella, Jocks, Brainiacs

Scene 6  Isolated Spaces  Wednesday, Evening

Scene 7  Rehearsal Room  Thursday, 12:30 p. m.

Scene 8  Theatre  Thursday, 12:45 p. m.

                          Start of Something New (Reprise).....................Troy, Gabriella

Scene 9  Study Hall  Thursday, 1:00 p. m.

                          We’re All in This Together...................................Chad, Taylor, Kelsi, Jocks, Brainiacs

Scene 10  Study Hall  Thursday, 1:00 p. m.

                          Bop to the Top.......................................................Sharpay, Ryan, Brainiacs, Jocks

                          Breaking Free........................................................Troy, Gabriella, and Company

Scene 11  Study Hall  Thursday, 1:00 p. m.

                          We’re All in This Together (Reprise).........................Company

                          High School Musical Megamix........................................Company

 

 

Please do not take photographs or video during our performance,

and please turn all cell phones and pagers off or to vibrate only.

CAST

(In order of appearance)

 

Chad (Jock)....................................................................................... Brendan Davis, Brian Hayman(Sat. Mat.)

Zeke (Jock).................................................................................... Brian Hayman, Cody Whitelock(Sat. Mat.)

Ryan (Thespian)..................................................................................... Josh Smith, Brendan Davis(Sat. Mat.)

Sharpay (Thespian)........................................................................... Kaitlyn Smith, Allie Wootten(Sat. Mat.)

Troy (Jock).................................................................................... Zach Rogers, Shane O'Loughlin(Sat. Mat.)

Taylor (Brainiac).................... Miranda Robbins(Sat.pm, Sun.), Sarah Young-Oltmann(Fri.,Sat. Mat.)

Gabriella (Brainiac)............................ Rachel Barrett(Sat.pm, Sun.), Miranda Robbins(Fri.,Sat. Mat.)

M.C..................................................................................................................................................... Danielle Morrison

Jack .................................................................................................................................................................. Paul Gray

Scott............................................................................................................................................................ Matt Engler

Ms. Darbus............................................................................................................................................. Kathy Panchyk

Kelsi............................................................................................................................................................ Nancy Maner

Coach Bolton............................................................................................................................................. Ken Johnson

Jason (Jock)........................................................................................................................................... Ben Mancuso

Mrs. Tenny................................................................................................... Jocelyn Abbott, Danielle Morrison

James (Thespian).............................................................................................................................. James Daniels

Susan (Thespian)...................................................................................................................................... Jenna Bock

Cathy (Thespian)................................................................ Jessi DeMartin(Fri., Sun.), Katy Likovich(Sat.)

Alan (Thespian)......................................................................................................................................... Seth Irwin

Cyndra (Thespian).......................................................................................................................... Amelia Mitchell

Performance Art Kids........................................... Ariel Provost, Heather Webster and Ben Mancuso

Martha Cox(Brainiac).................................................................. Allie Wootten, Tanya Briddell(Sat.,mat.)

Kratnoff (Brainiac)............................................................................................................................. Ariel Provost

Ripper (Skater Dude).............................................................. Shane O'Loughlin, Zach Rogers(Sat.Mat.)

Moderator................................................................................................................................................. Mary Veise

Mongo (Skater Dude)............................................................................................................................ Seth Irwin

Principle......................................................................................................................................................... Kel Nagel

Mega Mix Soloists.......................................................... Kayla Ames, Ariel Provost, Jennifer Webster,

                                                    .                      Heather Webster, Brittany Weeks, Leah Wilson

 

Jocks............................................ Michael Bellistri, Keisha Byrd, Jennifer Callaway, Briana Chandler,

James Daniels, Jessi DeMartin, Alexis Howard, Seth Irwin, Kristen Miller and Cody Whitelock

 

Brainiacs................... Jenna Bock, Tanya Briddell, Britni Drehmer, Laura Gonzalez, Sarah Hancock,

                                        Kelsey Insley, Katy Likovich, Mary Love, Nancy Maner, Amanda Nelson,

         Rebekah Oltmann, Sarah Young-Oltmann, Brinkley Rayne, Jennifer Webster, Leah Wilson

 

Skaters.............................................................................. Sarah Benamati, Laura Gonzalez, Sarah Hancock,

                                 Rebekah Oltmann, Michelle Raley, Brinkley Rayne, Christy Tull, Leah Wilson

 

Rebels.................................................. Michael Bellistri, Britni Drehmer, Alex DeMartin, Kelsey Insley,

                                                     Katelynn Johnston, Nancy Maner, Hannah Valle, Cody Whitelock

 

Cheerleaders................................................ Kayla Ames, Mariah Barnes, Alexis Howard, Kelsey Insley,

                                                                    Michelle Raley, Christy Tull, Hannah Valle, Leah Wilson

 

MS Chorus..................... Hannah Belgie, Natalie Filapov, Kathryn Filapov, Laura Nelson, Kimani Smith

 

Chorus............ Jennifer Callaway, Jessica Catron, Alex DeMartin, Jessica DeMartin, Sierra Elliott,

                                          Matt Engler, Lindsay Naill, Amanda Nelson, Brittni Peek, Alex Shockley,

                                 Kimani Smith, Josh Smith, Mary Veise, Heather Webster, Jennifer Webster,

                                                 Brittany Weeks, Veronica Weeks, Cody Whitelock and Leah Wilson

 

PRODUCTION STAFF

 

Musical Director....................................................................Susan Rogers

Producer........................................................................... Sharon Benchoff

Student Director............................................................... Meredith Rogers

Stage Manager...................................................................... Joe Benamati

Set Design............................................................................. Joe Benamati

Set Decoration....................................................................... Lisa Robbins

Lighting Design........................................................................ David Allen

Lighting........................................................... David Allen and Justin Allen

Rehearsal Pianist................................................................... Joanne Little

Costumes.................................................. Lori Draper and Robin Oltmann

Set Construction............................................ Terri Thornton, Lester Huss,

                                             Danny Insley, Kenny Johnson, Ernie Matthews,

                                                                Dwayne Meers and Kevin Robbins

Sound........................................... Tom Robinson, Al Duitscher, Kim Mason,

                                                            Adham Ramses and Susan Robinson

Publicity..................................... Jan Bellistri and Kristi Toadvine VanMeter

Cover Design & Poster....................................................... Kathy Panchyk

Program................... David and Brenda Allen, David and Pat Oberholtzer

 

WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST

Jocelyn Abbott – (Mrs. Tenney) – A member of the Drama Society at the Univ of MD Eastern Shore and Vice-President of the Drama Ministry at New Dimensions Ministries. I want to thank my Dad, Mom, Alonzo, Jessica, Jawanda, Karen, James, Stephanie, Chris, and even "Morticia" for all of your support.

Kayla Ames – (Chorus/Jock/ Rebel) – She has participated in productions at Oak Ridge Baptist and Parkside High. Kayla is in Parkside’s Concert Choir. Thanks to my family and friends for always encouraging me to follow my craziest dreams and for putting up with me during the craziest times.

Mariah Barnes – (Chorus/Brainiac/Cheerleader) –- Mariah graduated from Parkside High School where she was in the drama club and Concert Choir. Now she is a student at Salisbury University. She debuted with Players in Footloose. Her credits include Among the Stars at Parkside, and the Sophanes production of Honk! at SU. She thanks her family and friends for their unfailing support, love, and encouragement! She wouldn’t be where she is today without them! She loves you and thanks you for being here!

Rachel Barrett – (Gabriella) – Rachel had her stage debut at age five and has been performing ever since. She is a sophomore at Salisbury Univ. where she played the dual role of Grace/Dot in HONK!. Rachel is excited about High School Musical as her first production with the Players, and would like to thank her family for their constant love and encouragement and the gang for making this an amazing experience.

Hannah Belgie – (Chorus) – She has attended both Children’s Theatre and Player’ Children’s Summer Workshops appearing in Peter Pan and Alice in Wonderland. Thank you to my family, friends and the Likovich’s; they have been a huge help.

Michael Bellistri – (Jock/Chorus) – Players welcomes Michael to his first production with us. He is excited to have an opportunity to perform for the first time in a show as big as this and is excited for the road ahead in performing.

Sarah Benamati – (Chorus) – Sarah has been with Players since our 2002 production of The Wizard of Oz. She was also in Meet Me in St Louis. She has been active with The Salisbury School drama department and the theatrical productions at Christ United Methodist Church.

Jenna Bock – (Susan/Chorus/Brainiac) – This is her first production with Players. She is a thespian at Parkside High School and has been in Children’s Theatre of Delmarva. She is extremely excited to be a part of the show, and would like to thank her family, especially her sister Sarah, for their encouragement and support.

Tanya Briddell – (Martha(Sat. Mat.) Brainiac/Chorus) – Although this is Tanya’s first production with Players, she is not new to theatre. She received her B.A. in Drama from Washington College. She teaches English, Performing Arts, and Theatre Production at Washington High School. A special thanks to all those who thought she looked younger than 25, which her mother tells her she will appreciate later in life.

Keisha Byrd – (Jock/Cheerleader /Chorus) – This is her debut performance, but is involved in singing at Bennett High. Keisha would like to thank her cousin and her friends who are also in the play, for pushing her to do her best.

Jennifer Callaway – (Jock, Chorus) – Jennifer is an 8th grader at Faith Baptist School, and loves to sing, act and dance. This is her first performance with Players. She would like to thank her parents for moral support and her friends and parents for rides to and from practice.

Jessica Catron – (Chorus) – She is a student at Epworth Christian. She has been 1st chair flutist at Delmar. She is busy teaching Sunday School and sending Care packages and letters to soldiers in Iraq.

Briana Chandler – (Jock/Chorus) – This is Briana’s first show with Players.

James Daniels – (James/Jock/Chorus) – This is his first time performing with Players. He was the lead in The Seven Year Itch at Washington High School. James has also performed live improv. He is currently a student at Wor-Wic and hopes to continue his acting career.

Brendan Davis – (Chad/Ryan) – This is his debut in Players. He is a senior at Bennett where he is in concert choir and the Rock and Roll Revival. Hope you enjoy the show. Thanks for the support of my friends and family and to my grandfather, Bill Davis, who has always loved coming to the Players shows.

Alex DeMartin – (Chorus) – This is her debut for Players, but she has been singing in church, in the Community Singers and at school. Love and thanks to her family.

Jessi DeMartin – (Cathy/Chorus) – Jessica is appearing for the first time with Players.

Britni Drehmer – (Chorus) – Britni made her debut with Players in Anything Goes. She is both a student and teacher at Salisbury School of Dance, and pianist for her church.

Matt Engler – (Jack/Chorus) – Matt is ecstatic to be on the stage with the Players again. He was in Footloose in 2005, as well as numerous school productions for Bennett Drama Club and the Rock and Roll Revival. When he is not busy being royally awesome, Matt is a mild-mannered high school senior by day and a guitar god by night, as well as bopping to the top and not sticking to the status quo. He thanks his parents for their support and his two older siblings for inspiring him to do theatre.

Kathryn Filipov – (MS Chorus) – Kathryn is making her debut with Community Players and is super excited!!! She has been in several performances of Camp Odyssey’s annual end of the summer performance.. She would like to thank her family, her sister, and the Fairy Princess.

Natalie Filipov – (MS Chorus) – This is her debut performance with Players. She’s really excited about the show, and would like to thank her family, friends, and Katy, for being a huge help to her.

Paul Gray – (Jack) – Paul is making his first appearance with Players.

Laura Gonzalez – (Chorus) – Players welcomes Laura to her first production with us.

Sarah Hancock – (Chorus/Skater/Brainiac) – She was in Players’ Footloose and works with The Children's Theatre Of Delmarva. Thanks to my family for listening to the CD with me like a billion times, my best friend Lane Miller, my other best friend Jessica Lindner, and Paul Gray for helping me rehearse.

Brian Hayman – (Zeke/Chad) – This is his first performance with the Players. Earlier, Brian played Danny in Grease. Thanks to my family for your love and supporting me and helping me succeed by getting me to rehearsal and encouraging me to audition.

Alexis Howard – (Chorus) – She has been in Holly Grove Christian School plays and danced in Shows at Seaside Dance Academy. I want to thank my mom and dad for their support and encouragement through the years. I hope my family enjoys the show!

Kelsey Insley – (Chorus/Dancer) – She was last seen in Players’ Footloose. She has been active with Children's Theatre of Delmarva and Dance Unlimited. Thank you to all of my family and friends. An extra thanks goes to my parents for their support and believing in me the most.

Seth Irwin – (Mongo, Jock) – He has sung at Parkside for 3 years and was in Elvis and Grease playing the part of Elvis Presley himself. I just want to thank my parents for putting me into this world.

Katelynn Johnston – (Chorus) – She was last seen in Players’ Footloose. She participates in a local music, art, and drama camp (MAD Week). Kate also serves in her church's music ministry, and is dancing jazz at Dance Unlimited. Nathan: thanks for all your support and friendship throughout the past 18 years. Love and miss you so much! Katie and Josh: I'm so proud of you! Keeping shining!

Ken Johnson – (Coach Bolton) – Ken is a familiar face to our regular patrons. He has appeared in many productions as well as directed. Ken was also a coach in Footloose.

Katy Likovich – (Cathy/Brainiac/Chorus) – This is Katy's seventh Players show. She's acted with Wor-Wic’s Dessert Theatre, The Green Teen Troupe, The Upper Chesapeake Summer Center for the Arts, and Kaleidescope Children and Youth Productions. She's performed in over twenty plays. Thanks to her mom and dad for always being supportive, her sister Molly and her brother Andrew for being her biggest fans, her boyfriend Kendall for making her all smiles, and her best friend Becky for being awesome.

Mary Love – (Chorus/Brainiac) – She is a sophomore at Wicomico High School, and performing is her passion. Most recently she appeared in Beauty and the Beast, and also in Little Women, Fiddler on the Roof, Hello Dolly, The Sound of Music, and Arsenic and Old Lace. This is Mary’s debut with Players. She would like to give a special thanks to Mrs. Rodgers and her friends and family for all their support.

Nancy Maner – (Kelsi/Brainiac) – Nancy is making her debut with Players. She is a junior at Salisbury Christian School and has been involved in theatre for most of her life. Some of the performances she has been in include A Christmas Carol, Cinderella’s Glass Slipper, A Gift for Melissa, and The Innocent for the Guilty. She would like to thank Mrs. Rogers for her time and support for the show, and to her friends and family who have been there for her every step of the way.

Ben Mancuso – (Jason/ Performance Art Kid # 3/Chorus) – He is making his debut for Players here.

Kristen Miller – (Chorus) – Kristen’s first show with players is High School Musical.

Amelia Mitchell – (Cyndra/Brainiac,/Chorus) – She first debuted with Players in Footloose. She has preformed with Children's Theatre of Delmarva, Summer Soul Rockin' Revival, Delmarva Christian Service Camp, Delmar chorus, drama classes and praise team at Community Christian Church. Thanks to my parents for their love, to my brother, Zachary - I love you and will miss you when you leave for the Air Force, To the cast and crew: "We're All In This Together!". To Don: Remember when I was taller?

Danielle Morrison – (MC/Chorus/Mrs. Tenney) – Danielle is making her debut with Players. To Mom, Manda and Craig, thanks for all of your love and encouragement.

Kel Nagel – (Principle) – Kel is part of the backbone of Players. He acts, directs, is a Board Member and works backstage.

Lindsay Naill – (Chorus) –. This is Lindsay’s first performance with Players.

Amanda Nelson – (Chorus) – Her debut Players’ performance was in The Wizard of Oz. Since then, she has been active in the Children's Theatre of Delmarva and Dance Unlimited. Thanks to my family and friends for supporting me! A special thanks to everyone who comes to see the show!

Laura Nelson – (Chorus) – This is her first performance with the Players. In the past, she has performed in StandUp and in KidStuf, at her church. She takes jazz at Dance Unlimited.

 Shane O’Loughlin – (Troy/Ripper) – He is a junior at Bennett. He has appeared in Salisbury Middle School, Wicomico High School, and Salisbury University theatre and choir productions Most recently, he was in Footloose. When not on stage, he can be found playing guitar and singing on his front porch.

Rebekah Oltmann – (Chorus) – Rebekah is new to the Community Players.

Sarah Young-Oltmann – (Taylor, Sat. Mat./Chorus Brainiac) – This is her debut performance with Players. Sarah was in her High School drama club at Delmar HS before she graduated. She is also sings in her church choir at Community Christian Church. Sarah is very excited and thanks her family, friends and employees for their support and encouragement during our rehearsals.

Kathy Panchyk – (Ms. Darbus) – Kathy has worked with many theatre groups in over 200 shows including Gateway Playhouse in NY, Loblolly Dinner Theatre, Salisbury Theatre Works, SU Theatre and Class Acts II. Players’ musicals include Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey), Guys and Dolls (Adelaide), Fiddler on the Roof (Yente), Cinderella (Joy) and Nunsense (Sister Mary Hubert). Recently for Players she was in How to Succeed (Smitty), You Can’t Take It with You (Mrs. Kirby) and Footloose (Ethel McCormack). I dedicate my performance to my Mother, who passed away this year. She was my biggest fan and always sat in the front row cheering me on. I know you are somewhere watching, Mom. This one's for you!

Brittni Peek – (Chorus) – This is Brittni’s debut with Players.

Ariel Provost – (Kratnoff/Brainiac/Performance Art Kid # 1/Chorus) – This is her debut in Players. This has been a really great experience for me and I'm really grateful for it. This experience will stay with me forever. Thanks to Mrs. Rogers and the rest of the crew and cast!

Michelle Raley – (Cheerleader/Skater/Chorus) – Michelle is appearing for the first time with Players. Michelle would like to thank her wonderful family and friends for their support.

Brinkley Rayne – (Chorus) – She’s in Chorus at Delmar High School, dances at Dance Unlimited for 10 years and attended the Players Kids Camp. Big thanks to my Mom, for telling me to try out, no matter what, and for driving me to practices. Thanks to all of my friends and family, who are so supportive.

Miranda Robbins – (Gabriella/Taylor) – She has been in 8 Players’ shows including Anything Goes, Footloose, Meet Me In St. Louis, How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying, The Wizard of Oz, Hello Dolly!, and Annie. Miranda has sung at many local public events She would like to thank Mrs. Susan and the Players for this opportunity and the rest of the HSM cast for being so talented.

Zach Rogers – (Troy/Ripper) – He is a Sophomore at Bennett and was last seen in Salisbury School’s The Sound of Music, He has been in JMB’s “Rock N’ Roll Revival”, Kaleidoscope Children and Youth productions including Snow White, The Boy Who Stole the Stars, and Cinderella’s Glass Slippers. He has been in Junior All-Shore Chorus, JMB’s Concert Choir and the track team. He enjoys spending time with his friends and family and going to the beach. Thanks to his family for their support.

Alex Shockley – (Chorus) – Alex is making his debut with this show.

Joshua Smith – (Ryan) – He was last seen in Players Footloose. He has been in All State Chorus and County band. I would like to thank my family and friends for supporting me through my journey and I could not have gotten here without you guys. I love you so much.

Kaitlyn Smith – (Sharpay) – She first debuted with Players in Footloose. Katie is a senior at Delmar. She has been in Delaware All State Chorus, 2008 ACDA All Eastern Choir, Salisbury School shows, Delmar High School’s choir, marching band, jazz band, and drama club. She aspires to be a choral conductor and direct her own musical theatre program. She is so thankful for her experience with Players.

Kimani Smith – (Chorus) – She has performed in the Musical Christmas performances at New Dimensions Ministries and been in performances at West Salisbury Elementary. Daddy, Pop-pop, Mom-mom, Uncle Lonzo, Aunt Wanda, Mrs. Karen, Brandon, Gomma and Goppa thank you for helping Mommy get me to practices and watching me when she had practice. I love you.

Christy Tull – (Chorus) - She is active in Holly Grove Christian School's Christmas programs as a dancer, singer, and an actor. She has been in the Holly Grove Honors Choir, the 2006 and 2007 Jr. High All Shore Chorus and the 2007 All State Chorus. Thanks to my friends and family.

Hannah Valle – (Chorus ) – This is her debut in Players. She has been dancing and singing for 12 years, and acting ever since she could talk. She competed in the National Fine Arts Festival and is part of the drama team at her youth group. Mom- Thanks for putting up with my crazy schedule.

Mary Veise – (Moderator/Chorus) – Mary is a life member and past president of Players. She likes singing, and dancing but will do whatever is needed to get our shows ready for you – our treasured audience.

Heather Webster – (Performance Art Kid # 2/Chorus) – This is Heather’s initial performance with Players.

Jennifer Webster – (Chorus) – Jennifer is making her debut with Players. She is active in the drama and music program at Salisbury University.

Brittany Weeks – (Chorus) – She’s a junior at Wicomico HS and has been in Chorus since 6th grade. She works with an autistic child, plays softball, is in drama club and plans on being a therapist for autistic children.

Veronica Weeks – (Chorus) – She is in 7th grade at Wicomico MS, plays softball, is in the Wi-Middle Art Club. Her interests are: art, music, dancing, reading and fishing.

Cody Whitelock – (Zeke/Chorus) – This is his debut in Players. He has been in the Phantom of the Opera, Tied to the Tracks, All-Shore chorus, Rock and Roll Revival, and Concert Choir. Enjoy the show!

Leah Wilson – (Chorus) – She takes voice and piano lessons. She is in her school’s choir and in the Delaware All State Chorus in 2004 and 2005. She performed as a soloist for the Shorebirds singing the National Anthem. She has been awarded first runner up at the Marva-Theatre talent show singing “Only Hope”. This past summer she participated in the “Summer Fame Camp” in Easton.

Allie Wootten – (Sharpay/Martha) – - Allie, a graduate of Bennett High School, is now a freshman at Wor Wic CC. Although this is Allie’s first theatre production she has been singing since the age of ten. Allie was in Bennett’s Rock and Roll Revival for her four years of high school, as well as a member of Bennett’s Concert Choir. She loves spending time with her best friends including her little sister, Emily, who is her inspiration. Thanks to her mom who is AMAZING, and has always been there for her.

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WHO’S WHO BACKSTAGE

Susan Rogers – (Director / Musical Director) – Susan owns and operates Kaleidoscope Children and Youth Productions, a children’s theatre company. She has performed in over 30 productions and directed over 40 productions. She was last seen in Players’ productions as Reno Sweeny in Anything Goes, Queenie in Bell, Book & Candle, Annie Oakley in Annie Get Your Gun, Lucy in You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown, and Mrs. Shinn in Music Man. Thanks to her saint husband, Scott, and four children, Meredith, Zachary, James and Madison, without their support this wouldn’t be possible. It’s been great fun working with such talented people.

Kate Allen – (Choreography) – This is the first musical Kate has choreographed for Community Players, but the eighth she has been involved in. She has also choreographed and performed in musicals at The Salisbury School, where Kate is a senior. She has been dancing with the Eastern Shore Ballet Theater for twelve years in addition to voice lessons and this past summer, she participated in Northwestern University’s National High School Institute Theater Arts and Musical Theater program. She wants to thank everyone for coming out and supporting the show and thank the cast for being so willing and cooperative! Break a leg everyone!

David Allen – (Lighting) – David has worked behind the scenes for many shows mostly with lighting and set construction. He is a Board Member. He wants to thank his wife, Brenda.

Justin Allen– (Lighting) – Justin has grown up around Player’s productions. He has been a backstage technician for the past several years.

Sharon Benchoff – (Producer) – This is her first time as a producer with Players. For the past 30 years, she has worked as a lighting designer for such productions as The Wizard of Oz, The Rainmaker and Footloose and as director for Noises Off, An Inspector Calls and Laughing Stock. In addition to serving as Vice President this year, Sharon will direct the summer show, Wait Until Dark.

Joe Benamati – (Set Design) – He has been onstage in Wizard of Oz, Oliver! and Annie. He directed A Christmas Carol. He works behind the scenes in construction, sound, and lighting. His favorite roles are the part of Dad to my wonderful daughter Sarah, and husband to my all-to-forgiving wife Janet. I love you both!!

Al Duitscher – (Sound) – He has done sound for Godspell, Wizard of Oz, and Christmas Carol.

Joanne Little – (Rehearsal Pianist) – A Life-time member of Players, she has been involved with 43 musicals and props for over 20 non-musicals. She’s a retired teacher and presently Organist/Director at Manokin Presbyterian Church and Organist at Grace Episcopal Church.

Kim Mason – (Sound) – Kim has been part of Player’s sound team for Godspell, Wizard of Oz, Meet Me In St. Louis, How To Succeed in Business, Don’t Drink the Water, Footloose, Laughing Stock and Anything Goes.

Adham Ramses – (Sound) –  This is Adham’s 5th show for Players as part of the sound team.. He is also a member of the sound team at Christ UM Church.

Lisa Robbins – (Set Decoration) – Lisa is multitalented.  She has performed in many Players’ productions including How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying. She most recently directed Footloose for Players and Peter Pan for Salisbury School.

Tom Robinson – (Sound) – He was in Hello Dolly, The Wizard of Oz and Meet Me in St. Louis. He did special effects for The Wizard of Oz and You Can’t Take It with You and sound for Godspell, A Christmas Carol, How to Succeed in Business, Don’t Drink the Water, Footloose, Laughing Stock, Anything Goes, and Harvey.

Susan Robinson – (Sound) – She often can be found directing or accompanying choirs for Players or Christ United Methodist Church. This is another side of Susan.

Meredith Rogers – (Student Director) – This is Meredith’s first student directing experience, under the tutelage of her mother. A junior at James M. Bennett, she is a member of the International Thespian society, concert choir and has been a member of All-Shore Chorus for two years. She has been seen on stage in various roles, but has defined her love of the theatre in “making it happen”. She is often found behind the scenes helping with moving sets, setting props, running spot lights and giving directorial advice. She enjoys playing soccer, singing, designing clothing, surfing and hanging with her friends.

In Memoriam

With a sad heart we acknowledge the death of Don Atkinson, a man who made us laugh and enjoy the plays he both acted in and directed. By day, Don was an accountant but, by night, when the stage lights came up, Don was 100% actor.

Don, who first appeared on our stage in The Nerd in 1990 and last appeared as Dr. Chumley in Harvey just a few months ago, passed away Sunday, June 3, 2007 after a brief illness.

 

Don was a loving, giving person. We share in the grief felt by his father and the rest of his family and friends.

We will miss you.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Watch for our other shows of the 2007-2008 Season.

Wait Until Dark

 Charley’s Aunt

 

Visit us on-line at      

www.communityplayersofsalisbury.org

     For more details and to order tickets

 

Acknowledgements

Applebee’s Restaurant

Bubba’s Place

James M. Bennett Middle School

James M. Bennett Senior High School

Chick-Fil-A

Dixie Connell

Delmar High Sschool

Jones and Dryden Truck Rental

The Salisbury School

Salvation Army

Sign Age

Mrs. Donna Valle

Wor-Wic Community College

PAC 14

The Daily Times

WBOC (Channel 16)

WMDT (Channel 47)

 

 

Director’s Message

It is an honor to be working with so many talented youth in Salisbury. These students have given up their free time to spend on average of 18 hours a week rehearsing for this show. Disney has done a great job with making the stage version true to their TV version. They have developed some of your favorite characters such as Martha Cox, Taylor, Chad and Zeke, so that they have greater importance in the stage version, while keeping Troy and Gabriella the endearing sweet young ingénue couple. The changes you will note most readily are the new versions of some of your favorite songs and the addition of some new ones such as “Cellular Fusion” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You.” The stage version has enriched vocal harmonies that give a fuller sound as well.

I thank everyone who worked with this show; it wouldn’t be possible without all of you parents, students, Players’ members, community supporters and friends of The Community Players.

 

Susan Rogers

 

 PATRONS 2007-2008

Sustaining Members

Tom and Susan Robinson

Guardians

Dr. Lynne Everett                                                                                              In Memory of Mary E. Spencer

Benefactors

Barbara S. Hanson - Dance Unlimited                                                                              Mrs. Mildred Palmer

Angels

    John Atkins Services Inc                                                                                                      Lloyd & Alice Foard

    Fred G. Livingood                                                                                  Stephen M. Hearne & Holly W. Hearne

Donors

    Fred & Nancy Althouse                                                                                                       Ron & Jackie Ayers

    Jane W. Bailey                                                                                                          Ann Marie & Chris Barnes

    Mr. & Mrs. Charles L. Bloodsworth                                                                                  Andy & Marilyn Booth

    Jane S. Buckley                                                                                                        Michael & Annette Conger

    Marguerite Powell Davis                                                                                            John & Carol DeBerardini

    Ed & Norma Fleischer                                                                                         Mr. & Mrs. Gordon D Gladden

    Alan & Debbie Goodman                                                                                          Julia Hancock & Ed Fooks

    Mary-Alice S. Hawkins                                                                                                  Irving & Bernice Herrick

    Bob & Eleanor Hoekstra                                                                                         Adrianne & Lewis Kadushin

    Jim & Donna Kaylor                                                                                                                Pat & Rod Layton

    Chuck & Sheila Lemak                                                                                                       Jean & Ralph Lopez

    Ken & Liz MacFarlane                                                                                                       Mary Frances Macon

    Margy & Dick Meeks                                                                                                             Frances M. Mezixk

    Marian & David Patterson                                                                                                         Gerry Schmidlin

    Lester & Lillian Simpson                                                                                                   Lee & Manya Sterner

    David & Ginny Studley                                                      Ann B. Suthowski - In memory of John J. Suthowski

    Shirley Thomas Taylor                                                                                               Mary & Stephanie Taylor

    Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Thomas                                                                          M. William & Frances Tilghman

    Alice M. Tweedy                                                                                                               Richard & Karyl Tyler

    Stephanie Willey                                                                                                        Terri & Chuck Woodward

   Mr. & Mrs. Dan Zimmerman

Sponsors

    Carroll Banks Interior Design                                                                                                     Barbara Benton

    Ron & Mary Jane Davenport                                                                                                           Alfred Huffer

    Dorothy P. Moon                                                                                                                       Marjorie Poisker

    Betty Provance

Friends

    Rachel A. Adkins                                                                                                                        Cindy Callaway

    Whitney Cole                                                                                                                              Anne J. Cuomo

    Haag/Mazzocoli Family                                                                                                               Fred Herrmann

    Mr. & Mrs. Arthur Lankford                                                                                                        Eleanor Plachta

    Mr. Richard Sames

 

 

We apologize for omitting names of patrons; however, this was the list at press time.