St. Thérèse Theater & Performing Arts Center on the OLP Campus
Thorvick Musical Direction by Fallon Tureson
ACADEMY OF OUR LADY OF PEACE Presents
In the St. Thérèse Theater
Direction & Choreography by Kate Thorvick
Musical Direction by Fallon Tureson
Book by THOMAS MEEHAN
Music by CHARLES STROUSE
Lyrics by MARTIN CHARNIN
Original Broadway Production Direction
MARTIN CHARNIN
Based on “Little Orphan Annie”
By Permission of Tribune Content Agency, LLC
Production Notes:
The running time is approximately 90 minutes with a 15-minute intermission.
Please turn off all mobile phones and electronic devices.
The taking of photographs or video during this performance is strictly prohibited.
A Note From the Director
Hello and welcome to the St. Thérèse Theater!
I have been dreaming of doing a production of Annie for over 10 years. I first saw this musical as a middle schooler having performed in dance competitions and recitals. Dance was my first love, but seeing my best friend at the time, Denise Neumerkel, perform as Pepper in Annie was a major shift for me. Coming from a very competitive dance culture, it was refreshing to see girls like me perform without the pressure of “winning”. I identified with the girls singing and dancing on stage and became curious about the artistic process and collaboration. Seeing them all immersed in the common goal of telling this story inspired me as a young woman. When I visited New York City for the first time as an 8th grader, I got to see the 2012 Broadway revival of Annie. If I wasn’t already in love with the musical and the city, that event definitely sealed the deal.
This musical tells a playful story about hope, courage and standing up for yourself and others. Ultimately, Annie, the titular character is searching for her forever home. Our life here on this earth is a constant search for meaning, purpose and understanding. Sometimes we can feel as though we’re on a path with so many unanswered questions. But what God has in store for all of our futures is so much greater than anything we can imagine. When I was little I dreamed of becoming a dancer, after seeing Annie I dreamt of becoming a musical theatre performer, when I got to college I dreamed of becoming a director, and by the grace of God all of those dreams have led me to this specific moment. I never necessarily dreamt of becoming the Drama and Voice teacher at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace, but I know that this is exactly where I’m meant to be.
Just like Annie finds her home in the story, I’ve found my sense of home in the theater and the incredible community of artists I get to be a part of here in San Diego and my second home in New York City. I have also found a sense of home here at OLP establishing this new era of the Drama department, teaching classes and directing this show. You’re about to see the very first full length musical production here in this beautiful theater. This has been a long awaited moment, since the new performing arts building has been under construction for several years on campus and I can’t wait for the students to share our hard work with all of you.
Thank you for coming, and I hope you enjoy the show!
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Head of Props........................................................................Catherine Covington ‘27
Co- Head of Scenic and Set Construction.........................................Natalie DuBreuil ‘25
Co- Head of Scenic and Set Construction.............................Alex Morland-Tellez ‘25
Lighting Design and Head of Lighting.............................................Alyssa Holguin ‘25
Sound Design and Co - Head of Sound....................................Linda Dominguez ‘25
Co - Head of Sound.....................................................................Carmela Fallica ‘25
Head of Hair and Makeup and Co - Head of Costumes.................Jennielle Munoz ‘25
Co - Head of Costumes.......................................................................Joycee Dang ‘25
Costume Apprentice and Stitcher....................................................Alana Bridges ‘27 Costume Crew....................................................................................Joana Ceralvo ‘28
Props Run Crew.........................................................................Mailyn Rosas Vera ‘28
Props Run Crew...................................................................................Sinai Varela ‘28
Wardrobe Assistant and Run Crew...................................................Jemma Jones ‘25
Wardrobe
Featured Voice Actor...............................................................................Danielle Pigeon
Featured Voice Actor................................................................................Diego Velarde
Featured Voice Actor...................................................................................Scott Higby
Theatre Technician.....................................................................................Carlton Jones
ARTISTIC TEAM
KATE THORVICK
| Director & Choreographer
Kate Thorvick is a multifaceted Theatre Artist and Performing Arts Educator based in San Diego and currently teaches Voice and Drama at the Academy of Our Lady of Peace. She received her BFA in Theatre from NYU Tisch School of the Arts. Kate grew up in Poway and was a competitive dancer in her youth until she fell in love with Musical Theatre. In college she discovered her voice as a Director and has been Stage Managing professionally since the return of live theatre in the Summer of 2021. ASM highlights: The Great Khan (SD Rep), Witnesses, Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time, Sunday in the Park with George (CCAE Theatricals), Jesus Christ Superstar (MSP). PSM highlights: Mary Poppins, Seussical (MYT), Vanity Fair (SRT), Every Brilliant Thing (CCAE Theatricals), Constellations (Chalk Circle Collective). She aspires to continue developing her theatrical skills onstage and behind the scenes alongside her incredibly talented partner, Tanner Vidos. Kate is so honored to be the Director of this first full length musical in the St. Thérèse Theater with such incredible support from Mrs. Hulse, Mrs. Tureson and the OLP Faculty and Staff. She sends a special thanks to the student cast and crew for welcoming Miss Thorvick as their collaborative leader and for sharing their talents through this musical.
FALLON TURESON | Music Director
Fallon Tureson is a Musician and Educational Specialist at OLP. She is proud to make her debut as OLP’s Musical Director for the production of Annie Education: BS in Music Performance William Jewell College and MS Education, Special Education from National University. Despite this being her first production as a director, Fallon has performed in a number of orchestra pits for productions and operas such as: Bye Bye Birdie, Carmen, Carmina Burana, Carousel, Cuban Fire, Dante’s Inferno, Guys and Dolls, Hello Dolly, Into the Woods, and Porgy and Bess. Fallon’s experience playing multiple musical instruments in each production was a key characteristic in working with such a diverse range of vocals for Annie. Fallon would like to thank God for the gift of music, Miss Thorvick for the opportunity to participate, the actresses for their amazing work, and her husband & children (Justin, Shaun, Addy, & Mae) for their support at home.
ANN-MARIE HULSE | Assistant Director
Mrs. Hulse is grateful to be returning to OLP to work with this talented cast and crew. Before coming to OLP, Mrs. Hulse was the director/musical director/ choreographer at Nazareth School for 11 years. Growing up on stage and pursuing a minor in musical theatre in college, she has always had a love and passion for performing arts. A huge “thank you” to Ms. Thorvick for allowing me to assist on this production. To the cast and crew, thank you for sharing your amazing talent!
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Special Thanks To: Aaron Wilker and The OLP Facilities Team, Dave Ritzmann and The OLP IT Team, Steve LaMarca and The OLP Security Team, The VAPA Department, Cygnet Theatre, CYT Rentals, Jamie Flannery, Yordana Simpson, Christine Wilson, Monica Hickey, Kevin Soares, Gilbert Moreno, The Jacobsen Family, Nancy Maria McDonald, The Quiroz-Ramirez Family, Melanie Jarrin, Natasha LiaBraaten, Leah Soriaga, The Ivanjack Family, Betty Camara, The Parents and Family of the Cast and Crew,The OLP Thespian Club Members, Char and Tom Thorvick, and CCSA.
