The Wizard of Oz Playbill by Chaminade College Preparatory

Tutor Family Center for the Performing Arts Chaminade College Preparatory High School West Hills, CA

Chaminade College Preparatory High School Tutor Family Center for the Performing Arts PRESENTS

THE WIZARD OF OZ (R.S.C. Version 1987) By L. Frank Baum With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg Background Music by Herbert Stothart Dance and Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard Orchestration by Larry Wilcox Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.

with

Chloe Johnson Carly Condon

Rachel Albrecht Jater Webb Jack Rumack Sean McCarthy

Mack Balleweg Ethan Diaz

Garret Hill • Maggie Shaughnessy • Bella Spagnoli • Josh Callis • Sacha Callis • Nick Amenta-Shin • Nella Batah •Emilie Besnilian • Sawyer Brown • Katie Coiteux • Denise Enrique • Julian Friedman, •Sarah Glick • Michael Gonzales • Chris Harmon •Sean Harmon • Madison Hayes • Violet Josephson • Callie Kananen • Sol Martinelli • Kelan Martinez • Sophia Nations • Xayvion Perkins • Tahlia Richards • Izzy Romero • Matthew Talley • Brendan Teehan • Riley Way • Oliver Sedik • Sophia Sedik • Rauiri Devlin • Henry Steiner • Kylee Williamson • Lia Griffiths • Preston Simpkin Nick Santiago PROJECTION DESIGN Jeff McLaughlin SET/LIGHTING DESIGN

Bill Burns CHOREOGRAPHER

Luis Ramirez WIG DESIGN Mike Davis TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Yvette L. Bishop DIRECTOR & PRODUCER

Lacey Anzelc & Tracy Lundy SCENIC ARTISTS Flying Effects provided by ZFX, Inc.

Dan Redfeld MUSICAL DIRECTOR

The Wizard of Oz is presented by arrangement with Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc., 560 Lexington Avenue, New York, New York 10022. www.tamswitmark.com

SONGS ACT I Over the Rainbow

Dorothy

Munchkinland Musical Sequence

Glinda, Dorothy, Munchkins

Yellow Brick Road

Munchkins

If I Only Had a Brain

Scarecrow, Dorothy, Crows

We’re Off to See the Wizard (Duet)

Dorothy, Scarecrow

If I Only Had a Heart

Tinman Dorothy, Trees

We’re Off to See the Wizard (Trio)

Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow

If I Only Had the Nerve

Lion, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow

We’re Off to See the Wizard (Quartet)

Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion

Poppies

Glinda, Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion, Poppies

ACT II Merry Old Land of Oz King of the Forest

Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion, Guard, Ozians Lion with Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman

March of the Winkies Jitterbug

Winkies Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tinman, Lion, Jitterbugs

Ding Dong! The Witch is Dead (Reprise)

Winkies

CAST Cast Members Dorothy Gale

Rachel Albrecht

Hunk/Scarecrow

Jater Webb

Hickory/Tinman

Jack Rumack

Zeke/Cowardly Lion

Sean McCarthy

Aunt Em/Glinda

Chloe Johnson

Miss Almira Gulch/Wicked Witch Of The West

Carly Condon

Uncle Henry/The Emerald City Guard

Ethan Diaz

Toto

Lily

Professor Marvel/Wizard Of Oz

Mack Balleweg

Mayor of Munchkinland/Ensemble

Maggie Shaughnessy

Coroner of Munchkinland/Ensemble

Bella Spagnoli

Barrister of Munchkinland/Ensemble

Sacha Callis

City Fathers of Munchkinland/Ensemble Lullaby League/ Ensemble

Nick Amenta-Shin, Josh Callis Emilie Besnilian, Denise Enrique, Callie Kananen

Lollipop Guild/Ensemble

Sol Martinelli, Henry Steiner, Matthew Tally

Crow/Nikko/Ensemble

Brendan Teehan

Crow/General of the Winkies/Ensemble

Kelan Martinez

Crow/ Ensemble

Michael Gonzalez

Apple Trees/ Ensemble

Nella Batah, Izzy Romero, Riley Way

An Emerald City Guard/Ensemble Ensemble Females

Garrett Hill Katie Coiteux, Sarah Glick, Madison Hayes, Violet Josephson, Sophia Nations, Tahlia Richards

Ensemble Males

Sawyer Brown, Julian Friedman, Chris Harmon, Sean Harmon, Xayvion Perkins

Childrens Ensemble

Ruairi Devlin, Oliver Sedik, Sophia Sedik, Kylee Williamson Orchestra

Conductor

Dan Redfeld

Keyboard

Ryan Whyman

Violin

Madison Leinster

CAST Orchestra (continued) Cello

Rachel Coosaia

Bass

John Smith

Harp

Alison Allport (3/15-3/17)

Harp

LIska Yamada (3/22-3/24)

Reed 1

Geoff Nudell

Reed 2

Bob Crosby

French Horn

Jennifer Bliman

Trumpets

Chris Tedesco, Jordan Brown

Trombone

Joseph Chilopoulus

Percussion

Mike Deutsch Understudies

Dorothy

Denise Enrique

Hunk/Scarecrow

Garrett Hill

Hickory/Tinman

Michael Gonzalez

Zeke/Lion

Julian Friedman

Almira Gulch/Wicked Witch

Sarah Glick

Professor Marvel/Wizard

Spencer Steinbrecher

Female Ensemble Swing

Lia Griffiths

Male Ensemble Swing

Preston Simpkin Production Staff

Director/Producer

Yvette L. Bishop

Choreographer

Bill Burns

Musical Director

Dan Redfeld

Set/Lighting Design

Jeff McLaughlin

Technical Director

Mike Davis

Projection Designer

Nick Santiago

Scenic Artist

Lacey Anzelc

Wig Designer

Luis Ramirez

Assistant Coreographer

Amanda Carr

CAST Production Staff (continued) Flying Effects

ZFX, inc

Flying Director

Russell Morgan

Flying Supervisor

Aaron Camitses

Child Wrangler

Daisy Bishop

Scenic Art Assistants

Tracy Lundy, Jade Ryser

Shop Assistant

Brother Tom Oles

Dog Wrangler

Carelle Enrique

Program/Shirt Design

Rachel Albrecht, Aidan Hall

Poster Design

Logan Shroyer

Ticketing

Vendini

CREW Crew Members Carpentry Crew Heads

Cody Brown, Jater Webb

Assistant Carpentry Crew Head Fly Crew Heads

Nickey Bairami, Jater Webb

Assistant Fly Crew Heads Carpentry & Fly Crew

Running Crew

Delaney Duffy, Matthew Stewart Junior Ciceri, Ethan Diaz, Julian Friedman, Liam Friedman, Jacob Garcia, Michael Gonzalez, Alexis Hafner, Aidan Hall, Emily Leaver, Hunter Pack, Nick Pelayo, Logan Shroyer, Preston Simpkin, Carter Skyers, Tommy Subburathinam, Matthew Talley, Brendan Teehan Izzy Akerson, Jacob Garcia, Angel Santos, Evan Rosskopf, Carter Skyers, Matthew Stewart, Tommy Subburathinam, Jayden Yoon

Electrics Crew Heads Assistant Electrics Crew Heads Electrics Crew

Aidan Hall, Emily Leaver Nick Pelayo, Logan Shroyer Liam Friedman, Logan Kailor, Sol Martinelli, Emily Nairin, Hunter Pack, Morgan Raat, Ethan Victoriano

Sound Crew Heads

Abigail Abanto, Mack Balleweg

Assistant Sound Crew Heads Sound Crew

Isaac Ayala, Izzy Romero Nick Amenta-Shin, Kiara Apeles, Tyler Aspetia, Bianca Baguio, Julia Hart Boroczi, McDonough Cook, Jade Edwards, Bobby Helgager, James Litiatco, Sean Sullivan, Justin Svolos, Chloe Walker

Scenic Crew Heads

Tahlia Richards, Ali Watson

Assistant Scenic Crew Heads Scenic Crew

Sean Harmon, Ariel Menendez Laurel Brown, Madison Cheramie, Franchesca Cumpio, Reia Dias, Andie McKenzie, Andrew McNeal, Makena Melgoza, Kelly Monbarren, Sarah Ponce, Alyssa Wong, Annie Yolo

Wardrobe Crew Heads Assistant Wardrobe Crew Heads Wardrobe Crew

Matthew Stewart

Rachel Albrecht, Nicole Radovcich Denise Enrique, Riley Way Izzy Akerson, Berkley Ashmore, Natasha Butchko, Samantha Carlsen, Lexi Carson, Madison Cheramie, Jade Edwards, Kelsey Garcia, Faith Gideon, Chris Harmon, Cheyenne Jacquez, Chloe Johnson, Makena Melgoza, Sophia Nations, Izzy Romero, Azarine Rushenas, Wase Sanani, Maggie Shaughnessy, Zoe Shyngle, Hannah Silber, Khushi Wadwa, Julia Wilson, Alyssa Wong

CREW Crew Members (continued) Props Crew Heads

Vance Allen, Angel Santos

Assistant Props Crew Heads Props Crew

Bianca Baguio, Brendan Teehan Carelle Enrique, Josh Callis, Sacha Callis, Jacob Garcia, Rojienne Groves, Alexis Hafner, Sol Martinelli, Makena Melgoza, Andrew McNeal, Emma Patricola, Evan Rosskopf, Sean Sullivan, Khushi Wadhwa, Ethan Victoriano, Ashley Watrin, Jayden Yoon, Natalie Zagari

Hair and Makeup Crew Heads Assistant Hair and Makeup Crew Heads Hair and Makeup Crew

Carly Condon, Alex Torres Chloe Johnson, Jenna Beausang Nella Batah, Lexi Carson, Jade Edwards, Melodie Eslami, Emily Nairin, Nicole Radovcich, Gemma Rivas, Izzy Romero

Box Office Crew Head

Nicole Radovcich

Assistant Box Office Crew Head Box Office Crew

Nella Batah Lulu Bishop, Carelle Enrique, Makena Melgoza, Amanda Rumack

Media Crew Head

Aidan Hall

Assistant Media Crew Head Media Crew

Logan Shroyer Carter Skyers, Ali Watson

Sound Effects

Mark Friedgen, Sr.

Drama Parent Seamstresses ZFX Crew

Rosana Bairami, Danielle Fairlee Cody Brown, Michael Gonzalez, Nick Pelayo, Logan Shroyer, Carter Skyers, Matthew Stewart, Matthew Tally, Jater Webb

WHO'S WHO Rachel Albrecht (as Dorothy Gale, Senior Producer) It is with bittersweet emotions that Rachel, a senior, is taking the stage for one last time in her 9th show with the Chaminade Players. Past roles: Benvolio in The Addams Family, Mary Lennox in The Secret Garden, Witch #1 in Macbeth, and Abigail Williams in The Crucible. As a senior producer, drama board president, and head of wardrobe, she is beyond grateful for the opportunities she has been given. Many thanks to Yvette, Dan, Bill, Mike, and the Players for an unforgettable 4 years. Special shout out to her fellow costume head and assistant heads, the producers, and her family, especially mom, for all the support.

Jater Webb (as Hunk/Scarecrow) Jater, a junior, is so grateful to go trucking down the Yellow Brick Road with such an amazingly talented and supportive cast. Prior roles include John Proctor in the Crucible, Malcolm in Macbeth, and Benny Southstreet in Guys and Dolls. He would like to thank Mike, Bill, Dan, Yvette, Bear, his whole family, and Jerry Garcia for all the support.

Jack Rumack (as Hickory/Tinman) Jack, a senior, is feeling bittersweet emotions for his eighth and final show with the Chaminade Players. He feels so incredibly lucky to have grown up with these amazing people and to be a part of this family. The memories he has made in this program will always be remembered and looked back at fondly. He would also like to thank his family, friends, and Yvette for his amazing experience with the Players.

Sean McCarthy (as Zeke/Cowardly Lion) Sean, a junior, is thrilled to be back in his 4th show with the Players! Recent roles include: Thomas Putnam in Crucible, Big Jule in Guys and Dolls, Porter in Macbeth, King Triton in The Little Mermaid, and Mr. Stephens in Carrie the Musical. Many thanks to his family, friends, & to Yvette for giving him this opportunity!

WHO'S WHO Chloe Johnson (as Aunt Em/Glinda) Chloe, a junior, is overjoyed to be a part of her sixth show with the Chaminade Players! Recent productions with the Players include: The Crucible, Guys and Dolls, Macbeth, The Secret Garden, and Putnam Spelling Bee. She would like to thank Yvette, Dan, Bill, the cast and crew, and her family for always supporting her!

Mack Balleweg (as Professor Marvel/The Wizard) Mack is thrilled to be in his 9th and final show with The Players. Favorite roles include: Nicely-Nicely/Guys & Dolls, Barfeé/The Spelling Bee, Uncle Fester/The Addams Family, & Theo/Pippin. Huge thanks to: Yvette, Dan, Bill and Mike for their constant support; the Players for making drama his home; his family for being his biggest fans; & God for his many blessings! The Chaminade Drama program has given him memories to last a lifetime. He will take the best and forget the rest. Mack considers himself lucky and blessed to have known and journeyed with these wonderful people.

Carly Condon (as Almira Gulch/The Wicked Witch) Carly is stoked to be back in another show with the Chaminade Players. She would like to thank Yvette for giving her this opportunity and let her super rad parents know that she loves them for always supporting her no matter what.

Ethan Diaz (as Uncle Henry/The Emerald City Guard) Ethan is rapturous to be in another production with the Chaminade Players. In the past he was Giles Corey in The Crucible, Peter in Narnia, Hansel in Hansel and Gretel Eat Right as well as in Guys and Dolls and Macbeth. He’d like to thank his family, Laddie, Walter, Mrs. Bishop, Blessed William Joseph Chaminade and viewers like you.

WHO'S WHO Garrett Hill (as an Emerald City Guard, u/s Hunk/Scarecrow) Garrett, a sophomore is grateful to be in his 4th show with the Chaminade players. Recent roles include: Harry the Horse in Guys and Dolls and Zeke Cheever in The Crucible. Many thanks to his friends, family, the Chaminade Players, Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, and Mrs. Bishop for another memorable experience.

Maggie Shaughnessy (as Mayor of Munchkinland/Ensemble) Maggie, a freshman, is thrilled to be a part of the Wizard of Oz! She would like to thank her family and friends for their love and support. She would also like to thank Yvette and the rest of the Chaminade Players for making this opportunity so amazing!

Kelan Martinez (as Winkie General/Ensemble) Kelan is excited to be in his fourth show with the Chaminade Players. You may recognize him as that guy who wouldn’t stop screaming at the stage during The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, or perhaps you’re more familiar with him as that guy who danced with the maracas in Guys and Dolls. He would like to thank his parents, family, and friends for being so supportive.

Bella Spagnoli (as Coroner/Female Ensemble) Bella, a junior, is super stoked to be in her second musical as a Chaminade player! She would like to thank her wonderful family, friends and the Chaminade players for being so supportive on this magical journey.

Josh Callis (Barrister of Munchkinland/Ensemble) Josh, a sophomore, is thrilled to be a part of the iconic Wizard of Oz. This is Josh’s second year and second show with the players. He is so grateful for the opportunity he has been given. He would like to thank his family, Mrs. Bishop, Bill, Dan and the entire Chaminade players family for helping him on this special journey.

WHO'S WHO Nick Amenta-Shin (as Ensemble) Nick is thrilled to be a part of The Wizard of Oz. This is his 2nd production as a cast member, 5th production working in tech crew, and his 3rd year with the Chaminade Players. Many thanks to his family and friends for their love and support, as well as the cast, crew, and Yvette for creating a wonderful sanctuary for him to express himself in.

Nella Batah (as Ensemble) Nella, a junior, is so excited to be a part of her 6th production with the Chaminade players. She would like to thank her family, friends, and the cast and crew of Wizard of Oz for making this experience so memorable.

Emilie Besnilian (as Ensemble) Emilie Besnilian, a junior, is thrilled to be a part of The Wizard of Oz. She is beyond grateful to be in her second production as a Chaminade player. Emilie would like to thank her family, Yvette, Bill, Dan, and the entire cast and crew for this incredible experience and for making her feel so at home.

Sawyer Brown (as Ensemble) Sawyer is a freshman. This is his first show, but he is very excited to get more and more invested in the drama program here at Chaminade. Sawyer is thankful to the cast and crew for involving him in such a great program.

Katie Coiteux (as Ensemble) Katie, a freshman, is ecstatic to be a part of the Wizard of Oz. This is her first experience with the Chaminade Players and is incredibly grateful for the opportunity. She would like to thank her friends and family for pushing her to try new things. She would also like to thank the Chaminade Players for being so welcoming.

WHO'S WHO Sacha Callis (Barrister of Munchkinland/Ensemble) Sacha is super excited to join the Chaminade Players, in his first ever production. He is very thankful for the entire cast and crew for being so kind, and welcoming him in to this amazing group. He would like to thank Mrs. Bishop, the entire cast and crew, and his friends and family for supporting him through all of this.

Denise Enrique (as Ensemble,u/s Dorothy, Assistant Producer) Denise, a junior, is overjoyed to be in her 6th production with the Chaminade Players! You may remember her as Schwarzy in 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, a hotbox dancer in Guys&Dolls, or Mary Warren in the Crucible. She had a blast working with the cast and crew, Yvette, Mike, Dan, and Bill, and sends love to her family for their support!

Julian Friedman (as Ensemble, u/s Zeke/Lion) Julian, a junior, is excited to be in The Wizard of Oz. This is his 6th production with the Chaminade Players and 5th show in the cast. He would like to thank his family, friends, the entire cast and crew of Wizard of Oz, Yvette, Mike, Dan, and Bill. He also wants to shout out Blubber Gang for being awesome.

Sarah Glick (as Ensemble, u/s Almira Gulch/Wicked Witch) Sarah, a senior, is feeling bittersweet to be performing in her fifth and final show with the Chaminade Players. Sarah is forever grateful for her time with the Players and wouldn't trade a second of it. She would like to thank every Chaminade Player past and present, Yvette, Bill, and Dan for all their dedication, passion, and knowledge over the years. She would also like to thank her family and friends for always loving and supporting her. She feels so much love and joy! xoxo!

WHO'S WHO Michael Gonzales (as Ensemble, u/s Hickory/Tinman) Michael, a junior, is enthused to be a part of his 6th show with the Chaminade Players. He is proud to be part of yet another wonderful experience. He gladly thanks his family and friends for their endless support. Lastly, many thanks to Yvette, Bill, Dan and Mike for everything that they do for the program. Enjoy!

Chris Harmon (as Ensemble) Chris, a senior, is sad he is in his final production with the players. Throughout the trials and tribulations, the players have been there through it all. He wants to thank Yvette, his family, and his homies Zoe and Sarah.

Sean Harmon (as ensemble) Sean, a sophomore, is excited to be in his 4th Chaminade Players production. He was on crew for Macbeth, Guys and Dolls, and The Crucible, and he was in the ensemble for Guys and Dolls. Many thanks to his family for their support, his brother Chris, for inspiring him to join, the cast and crew, and Yvette and Mike for this amazing opportunity.

Madison Hayes (as Ensemble) Madison is a sophomore. She is excited to be performing in her first Chaminade Musical Theater Production. Madison began acting, dancing and singing at a very young age. She has done local plays and many ballet recitals. Madisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s real passion is singing. She comes from a musical family and has always been encouraged to embrace her gift to sing.

Violet Josephson (as Ensemble) Violet, a sophomore, is delighted to be in her first show with the Players. She would like to thank her family, friends, Mrs. Bishop, Mike, the cast, and crew for making this a wonderful experience.

WHO'S WHO Callie Kananen (as Ensemble) Callie, a senior, is ecstatic to join this amazing cast for her first involvement in a drama production! Callie’s other interests include choreographing for Dance Concert and Song Team. She is Captain of the Equestrian Team, leading them to their first championship! She would like to thank her family, friends, Mrs. Bishop, and the entire Players family for their support during this new journey!

Sol Martinelli (as Ensemble) Sol, a sophomore, is very eager to participate in the production of Wizard of Oz. She has made quite a few memories in the past 2 years of being part of the chaminade players, and has always felt like she found her true school family within the company. She would like to thank all those people who made being part of the players worth remembering.

Sophia Nations (as Ensemble) This is Sophia’s second production with the Chaminade Players, and she’s having a blast. It has been a dream come true to work alongside such wonderful people, quite certainly one from over the rainbow.

Xayvion Perkins (as Ensemble) Xayvion, a sophomore, is euphoric to be a part of such a spectacular theater experience, performing his first play since middle school, The Wizard of Oz. He is a part of Varsity Football, Track, AP Seminar and numerous honors classes yet he feels drama is his safe heaven to fully express his individuality, thanks to the generosity of Mrs. Bishop.

Tahlia Richards (as Ensemble) Tahlia, a senior, is incredibly grateful to be a part of her fifth production with the Chaminade Players! She would like to give a shout out to her family and friends, and a huge thank you to Yvette and the entire cast and crew of The Wizard of Oz for making this journey so wonderful!

WHO'S WHO Izzy Romero (as Ensemble) Izzy, a sophomore, is tickled pink to be in her fourth show with the Players. She would like to thank her family that always supports her in her endeavors. She would also like to thank Yvette for allowing her this opportunity and the Players for the life long memories created through this lovely process.

Matthew Talley (as Ensemble) Matthew, a 9th grader, is thrilled to be on stage for his first time with the Chaminade Players! He has been acting for 7 years, and enjoys every show! Upon starting school at Chaminade, he found a passion for building sets on Carpentry Crew. He would like to thank his wonderful parents, Mrs. Bishop, Mike Davis, and the whole Players family!

Brendan Teehan (as Nikko, Ensemble) Brendan is very excited to take part in his four production with the Chaminade Players. He would like to thank Mike, Mrs. Bishop, the cast, and the crew for another great experience. He would also like to thank his family for all the commuting.

Riley Way (as Ensemble) Riley, a junior, is ecstatic to be a part of her sixth show with the Chaminade Players! Previous shows include: The Crucible, Guys and Dolls, Macbeth, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and The Secret Garden. She would like to thank to her friends, family, Yvette and especially the cast and crew for making this experience so incredible!

Henry Steiner (as Childrens Ensemble) Henry, a 7th grader, is thrilled to be a part of the Wizard of Oz. He has worked with Yvette before, but this is the first time in a HS Production. Henry thanks the Players for being so welcoming and Yvette for this opportunity. He dedicates his performance to his supportive parents, his friends, and his grandparents for coming to his shows.

WHO'S WHO Rauiri Devlin (as Childrens Ensemble) Ruairi is super excited to be in The Wizard of Oz. At 10 years old, this 5th grader, who loves contortion and aerial, is an accomplished actor with previous roles such as Cousin It in The Adams’ Family and Winkie in Yo Ho Ho: A Pirate’s Christmas. He would like to thank his family, friends, Chaminade Players, and Yvette for all their support.

Sophia Sedik (as Childrens Ensemble) Sophia is a 6th grader at Chaminade Middle School and is excited to be in her 2nd show with the Chaminade Players. Her previous role was Chip in Beauty and the Beast. Sophia loves singing and enjoys to binge watch TV shows with her mom. She would also like to thank Yvette, Dan, Bill, and the Chicken Gals!

Oliver Sedik (as Childrens Ensemble) Oliver is in 2nd grade at Multicultural Learning Center, a Spanish dual immersion school. He is very excited to be in his first production with the Chaminade Players. He would like to thank Yvette for this experience. He loves soccer, playing board games with his family, and doing Fortnite dances.

Kylee Williamson (as Childrens Ensemble) Kylee is a 5th grader at Justice Street Elem. and is so happy to be in the play. This is her 2nd play at Chaminade. She is so glad to have this opportunity again! She would like to give a special thanks Yvette and Bill for believing in her and the players for making her feel a part of the family.

Preston Simpkin (as Male Swing) Preston, a freshman, is thrilled to be a part of The Wizard of Oz, his second show with the Chaminade Players. He would like to thank his family, friends, the cast and crew, Mike, and Yvette for this incredible experience.

WHO'S WHO Lia Griffiths (as Female Swing) Lia, a freshman, is thrilled to be part of a drama production. She has admired the talent of the Chaminade Players since elementary school. The Wizard of Oz is her 1st drama adventure and she thanks Yvette for this opportunity. Lia is also grateful for her new friends in the program and aims ahead to making memories with the Players family.

Spencer Steinbrecher (as Professor Marvel/Wizard of Oz U/S) Spencer, a Sophomore, is immensely satisfied to be back for his second show with the Chaminade players. He was previously in Arthur Miller’s, “The Crucible,” where he played the notorious Judge Hathorne. He would like to thank all of the people in the Chaminade players and Yvette for this opportunity yet again.

Lily A. (as Toto) Lily Albrecht is excited to be making her stage debut with the Chaminade Players! When not on stage, Lily is busy pursuing her outside interests including playing with toys, walking, sleeping and eating. Lily would like to thank Yvette for this amazing opportunity, and Carelle, for being an awesome back stage companion. Oh, and shoutout to her family, especially Rachel for sharing the spotlight with her. Ruff.

CREW WHO'S WHO Nickey Bairami (Production Stage Manager) Nickey, a senior, is excited to be working as the Production Stage Manager in this production. This is the seventh and last show she’s stage managing, she is very grateful to be a part of something where she can do what she loves with the people that she loves. This program has played a large part in her life and this last show will be bittersweet. She would like to thank Yvette, her parents, Emily Leonard, and the entire player’s family for sticking with her throughout this wonderful journey!

Ali Watson (Stage Manager) As a Stage Manager and Head of Scenic Crew, Ali’s work with the Chaminade Players has been something that she will never forget. She would like to thank her friends and family for always helping her along this journey. She has made memories in this program that she will never forget, and she has gained life experience that has shaped her to who she is today. She would also like to thank Mike and Yvette for giving her a chance at making this theater her home away from home.

Delaney Duffy (Stage Manager) Delaney, a junior, is very excited to be working as a stage manager in this production. This is the third show she’s stage managing, and she is very grateful to be a part of something where she can do what she loves. She would like to thank Yvette, Mike, Brother Tom, her carp & fly crew, her family, the drama mamas, and the entire Players family!

Bianca Baguio (Assistant Stage Manager) Bianca, a sophomore, is excited to be working as a stage manager for this production of The Wizard of Oz. This is her 3rd production with the Chaminade players, and her second as part of stage management. Many thanks to her parents, Yvette, the other stage managers, and all of the Chaminade players for making this such a memorable experience!

CREW WHO'S WHO Aidan Hall (Student Technical Director, Senior Producer) Aidan, a senior, is excited to be participating as a Senior Producer and Student Technical Director in this production. This is his fourth show as a producer, but he has been working backstage since freshman year on the past nine shows. He is extremely grateful for the last four years and extremely sad to leave the family that has been there for him throughout high school. He'd like to thank Yvette, Mike, and Craig for everything they've done to help him throughout his time with the players.

Logan Shroyer (assistant producer) Logan is very excited to be working on his 6th show as part of the chaminade players. He is so grateful to be a part of this program and cannot wait to continue his journey with the players. He would like to thank Yvette and Mike for all the opportunities they have given to the students.

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Happy 80 Anniversary to The Wizard of Oz! We are thrilled to be bringing this timeless classic to life on our very own Tutor Family Center for the Performing Arts stage at Chaminade! I remember the excitement of watching the film every year on television, when I was a child and empathizing with Dorothy when no one understood her, laughing with delight at the land of the Munchkins, awed by the beauty of Glinda and her fabulous way of traveling, hiding every time the Wicked Witch appeared on the screen. In choosing a musical to produce at the high school, there is a need to find a story we wish to tell, opportunities for our students as cast and crew and of course, we have a desire to bring pleasure to our audience. The Wizard of Oz has it all—unconditional family love, a self-righteous villain, friendship, conflict and an escape over the rainbow. I wish I could say it has been an easy process, but, like life, it has had its challenges--- and like life there is joy and growth in the process. So, thank you for coming out to support the fruit of our labor. We are so thankful to have the amazing creative team which includes Mike, our technical director and his trusted shop sidekick, Brother Tom Oles, Jeff McLaughlin, our set and lighting designer, Bill Burns, our dedicated choreographer and Amanda Carr, his wonderful assistant choreographer, the maestro Dan Redfeld, our music director, Luis Ramirez, our fabulous wig master, Lacey Anzelc, our scenic artist and her fearless partners in crime, Tracy Lundy and Jade Ryser, Daisy Bishop, our ever patient child wrangler, our new friend, Nick Santiago and his projections expertise and our dedicated team of wonderful Drama Mamas and Parents past and present. We would also like to thank Brother Tom, our principal, our administrators and staff for their support of the Chaminade Players! It takes a village and we are blessed to have such a village and we thank you all from the bottom of our hearts! We would also like to wish our seniors a fantastic final production and the very best that life can offer as they head off to the next step in their journey. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to The Chaminade Players. Now, we invite you to step back into your childhood as you close your eyes, click your heels together three times and think to yourself, over and over, there’s no place like home, there’s no place like home…. There’s no place like home. Yours in the Arts, Yvette Lawrence Bishop Director of Performing Arts Drama Director