Mar. 22 – 30, 2024
• Hallberg Theatre
SYLVIA A. ALVA
President, California State University, Fullerton
AMIR H. DABIRIAN
Provost and VP for Academic Affairs
ARNOLD HOLLAND, EDD Dean, College of the Arts
FULL-TIME FACULTY | Theatre
Acting
Maria Cominis
Svetlana Efremova*
Eve Himmelheber
John Short
Design and Technical Production
Scott Bolman^
Hyun Sook Kim
Fred Kinney
JR Luker
Bill Meyer
Carolyn Mraz*
Omar Ramos
Jamie Tucker
Kathryn Wilson
Directing
Mark Ramont*
Musical Theatre
Josh Grisetti*
Marty Austin Lamar
Theatre Studies
Dr. Heather Denyer*
Amanda Rose Villarreal, PhD
Voice and Movement
Anne James
David Nevell*
FULL-TIME FACULTY | Dance
Muriel Joyce
Lisa D. Long
Debra Noble
Alvin Rangel-Alvarado*
KATHRYN WILSON
Chair, Department of Theatre & Dance
ALVIN RANGEL-ALVARADO*
Vice Chair, Department of Theatre & Dance
FULL-TIME STAFF
Department of Theatre & Dance
Administration
Denean Dyson
Technical and Production Staff
Michael August, Production Manager
Lois Bryan, Master Electrician
Matt Connelly, Amanda Horak Staff Scenic Lab Forepersons
Heidi Enzlin Cole, Charge Scenic Artist
Jen Frauenzimmer
Business/ Production Coordinator
Terri Nista, Costume Lab Manager
Lori Koontz, Costume Lab Techncian
Megan Gonzalez, TV Studio Technician
Jeff Lewis, Production Sound Engineer
William Lemley, Audio Technician
Bob West, Properties Master
Brigitte Bellavoine, Jennifer Schniepp & Ben Rempel, Accompanists
Stephanie Tancredi
Box Office Manager & Safety Coordinator
Heather McLane, Night Mgr./Lead House Mgr.
* denotes area head | ^denotes graduate coordinator
Land Acknowledgement: The Department of Theatre and Dance acknowledges our presence on the traditional, ancestral and unceeded territory of the Gabrielino/Tongva Nation. We pay our respects to the Indigenous land caretakers past, present, and emerging. For more information please visit the Gabrielino-Tongva Tribe website.
Resources: https://native-land.ca/ • https://gabrielinotribe.org/ http://nahc.ca.gov/cp/tribal-atlas-pages/gabrielino-tongva-nation/
The Department of Theatre & Dance at California State University, Fullerton is fully and continuously accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (1974) and the National Association of Schools of Dance (1982)
Welcome to the Spring 2024 Performing Arts Season at Cal State Fullerton’s College of the Arts. Whether you are a first-time or long-time patron, a friend, or parent to one of our exceptional students, thank you for joining us. Your support makes all the difference to their success.
I am pleased to present another semester of programming powered by the incredible gifts of our Art, Dance, Music, and Theatre students. This spring, the School of Music starts the season with a trio of concerts February 16–18 by artists-in-residence Talich Quartet; faculty artist Damon Zick and his Quarteto Nuevo featuring fellow faculty artist Bill Cunliffe; and University Symphony Orchestra. In May, University Symphony Orchestra and Symphonic Chorus will close the concert season with a performance of Mozart’s emotionally charged “Requiem.” Begovich Gallery presents the Begovich Visual Arts Lecture Series with visiting artists’ talks throughout the semester, including multidisciplinary artist Hings Lim on February 22, whose work will also be exhibited at Grand Central Art Center. The Department of Theatre and Dance begins their season in March with “Marisol,” a darkly comedic fantasy where the title character must find hope in a post-apocalyptic Brooklyn where angels are taking up arms and coffee is extinct. Hilarious, multiple Tony award-winning modern musical send-up “Urinetown” closes the theatre season just as CSUF’s dancers and choreographers take to the stage for “Spring Dance Theatre.”
When our students demonstrate their talents on stage and in the studio, their creative energy is undeniable, but the sacrifice and struggle it took to get there is often less perceptible. We can’t see the hours spent creating, the days of rehearsals, and the years of practice. For many students, the sparks of innovation and artistry that drove them to pursue the arts are often diminished by the high cost of an education. The Dean’s Fund for Excellence provides support for students in need through scholarships, artist residencies, and other financial assistance, ensuring them the opportunity to thrive in the arts. If you believe in their sparks of brilliance, please consider a donation of any amount to the Dean’s Fund for Excellence.
Thank you again for joining us this season and for championing the arts in higher education. I hope to see you at one of the college’s many performances and events this spring.
Sincerely,
Arnold Holland, EdD Dean, College of the Arts
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Accidentally on Purpose was conceived by the Company, which is comprised of students in the Bachelor of Fine Arts in devised performance/physical theatre program and in the Bachelor of Arts theatre design and technical program.
The following production is the result of eight months of writing and conceiving; it is still in development. Studio 212 encourages you to scan the QR code above and give feedback. If you are able to, please join us after the performance to participate in a discussion with the company and to give feedback. This remains a work in progress and will continue in development over the next several months.
Company (in alphabetical order)
SAMERA ABDELRHMAN, Lighting Designer; PRISCILLA BRIGGS, Cast Member; HEATHER BUCKLER, Cast Member; MIGUEL TORRES CRUZ,* Creative Consultant and Direction; OWEN DISCIULLO, Cast Member; KEASHA FULLER, Cast Member; HANNAH HART, Cast Member; JOSE HERNANDEZ, Cast Member; PETER HOWARD, Playwright and Creative Consultant; CONNOR HUCH, Assistant Lighting Designer; DIEGO IZETA, Sound Designer; CARSON JULIAN, Costume Designer; AARON LISTER, Cast Member; DREA LITTLE, Associate Scenic Designer/Props Master; YANIRA LOERA, Assistant Stage Manager; DAVID NEVELL,* Creative Consultant and Direction; MADS XIMENA PADILLA, Production Stage Manager; MICHAEL POLAK,* Intimacy and Fight Choreographer; JENNIFER PRICHARD, Makeup/Hair Designer; PAIGE RAGAN, Cast Member; OMAR RAMOS,* Media/Projections Designer; ZOE REISMAN, Technical Director; ALEX RUBIO, Cast Member; ELIN RUDEN, Scenic Designer; MADISON SHUCK, Cast Member; CHRISTIAN DE LA TORRE, Cast Member
* denotes faculty
Cast of Characters
JENNIE ABIGAIL
ENSEMBLE MEMBERS
PIPER WILL KAI PHOENIX
DANIEL LILY ZORA EMMA
Student Production Staff
Scenic/Prop Crew Alonso Valle, Brandon Kim, Portia Hildebrand
Lighting Board Operator Tyler Alaniz
Light Board Programmer Taylor Strom
Projections Operator Kiana Owens
Sound Crew Diego Izeta
Costume Crew Madelyn Stairs, Rhylee Smith
Makeup Crew Jayla Richardson, Fiona Marie Formaran
Lead Scenic Artists Diego Banda, Abby Rariden, Zoe Agpaoa, Yanira Loera, Mickey Narez, Liz Doubrovsky, Mio Okada
Scenic Artists Evelyn Flynn, Aiden Singca, Alizeé Carlson, Cheyenne Stetson, Paige Ragan, Kyle Hayes
Costume Maintenance Crew Jack Hammerstrom, Jenna Seo
Costume Lab Student Assistants Greer Gardner, Gwen Sloan, Ryn Heier, Makayla Finn, Haven Hanson, Quinn Sonis, Julianna Barlow, Alyssa Gauss, Caroline Lovett, Reset DeAngelo, Keasha Fuller, Alicia Robles, Madison Shuck
Scenic Lab Carpenters Alexa Aure, Katherine Brauer, Anela Brown, Nat Bull, Isabella Cruz, Isaiah Huntsinger, Nicole Maldonado, George Diaz Mejia, Henry Passo, Blythe Ryther, Mak Stewart, Madison Williams, with additional assistance from lab students in THTR 276, CAD and Rigging and Automation.
Production Office Assistant(s)
Emily Mattson, Madi Lindbeck
Box Office Staff Avery Ackerman, Anais Barron, Madison Dabalos, Charlie Duval, Emily Mattson, Sarai Ortiz, Josiah Sanchez
House Managers Madison Dabalos, Sarai Ortiz, Josiah Sanchez
Faculty Production Mentors
Hair/Makeup Mentor Dianne Graebner
Lighting Design Mentor Scott Bolman
Scenic Design and Props Mentor Fred Kinney
Sound Mentor Aerik Harbert
Stage Management Mentor Shay Garber
Technical Direction Mentor JR Luker
Special Thanks to
Department Notes & Policies
Proceeding Safely: Clayes Performing Arts Center will match all current COVID-19 recommendations and guidelines provided by local health agencies. When purchasing a ticket to a Clayes Performing Arts Center event, you agree to adhere to all COVID-19 safety entry requirements in effect at the time of the event.
Commitment to Diversity: The Department of Theatre & Dance affirms its commitment to inclusiveness in student learning and success in all areas of theatre based on merit and achievement, and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnic origin, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical appearance, mental or physical disability, marital status or age.
Cell Phones & Electronic Devices: Cellphones and other electronic devices must be turned off prior to the start of the performance and at the beginning of the second half to minimize disruptions in the theater and ensure the enjoyment of all patrons in attendance.
The video and/or audio recording of this performance by any means whatsoever is strictly prohibited, and any recordings will be asked to be deleted.
Food & Drink Policy: Food and drink is not allowed in the venue, with the exception of bottled water.
If you do not follow these guidelines, you may be asked to leave.
Professional Artist Unions
Faculty, Staff and Guest Artists of the Department of Theatre & Dance are specialists in their respective disciplines. Within these groups, the following professional artist unions are represented:
AEA (Actors’ Equity Association)
AGMA (American Guild of Musical Artists)
AGVA (American Guild of Variety Artists)
IATSE (International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees)
SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild/American Federation of Radio and Television Artists)
SDC (Stage Directors and Choreographers Society) USA (United Scenic Artists)
The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, part of the Rubenstein Arts Access Program, is generously funded by David M. Rubenstein.
Special thanks to The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust for supporting the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival.
Additional support is provided by The Honorable Stuart Bernstein and Wilma E. Bernstein; and the Dr. Gerald and Paula McNichols Foundation.
Kennedy Center education and related artistic programming is made possible through the generosity of the National Committee for the Performing Arts.
This production is entered in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF). The aims of this national theater education program are to identify and promote quality in college-level theater production. To this end, each production entered is eligible for a response by a regional KCACTF representative, and selected students and faculty are invited to participate in KCACTF programs involving scholarships, internships, grants and awards for actors, directors, dramaturgs, playwrights, designers, stage managers and critics at both the regional and national levels.
Productions entered on the Participating level are eligible for invitation to the KCACTF regional festival and may also be considered for national awards recognizing outstanding achievement in production, design, direction and performance.
Last year more than 1,500 productions were entered in the KCACTF involving more than 200,000 students nationwide. By entering this production, our theater department is sharing in the KCACTF goals to recognize, reward, and celebrate the exemplary work produced in college and university theaters across the nation.
KCACTF.ORG
SHAPING THE FUTURE OF THE ARTS
The College of the Arts at Cal State Fullerton is a unique learning environment that encourages artistic expression and individual achievement. We are a hands-on learning lab where immersive academic experiences and opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration inspire our 2,700+ student artists, performers, and scholars to reach realize their full potential, shaping the future of the arts locally and globally. This takes exceptional faculty members, state-of-the-art facilities, and support from community members like you.
The Dean’s Fund for Excellence provides resources for College of the Arts students through masterclasses and artists’ residencies; travel to competitions and workshops; and the practical application of industrystandard technology and equipment in the classroom, all of which have a huge impact on the educational experience of our students.
Ann
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California State University, Fullerton • College of the Arts DONOR APPLAUSE
The College of the Arts extends its heartfelt gratitude to the following patrons who have supported our students and programs this past year through a generous gift of $1,000 or more to the College, the School of Music, Department of Theatre & Dance, and/or the Department of Visual Arts.**
$1,000,000 + Anonymous
$100,000+
Darryl Curran
Shawna & Gregory Ellis
Stan Mark Ryan
Shirley & David Sepel
William Wagner
$25,000+
Alliance for the Performing Arts
The Andy Warhol Foundation
Johnny Carson Foundation
Leo Freedman Foundation
Robin & Steve Kalota
Music Associates
Frank & John Olsen
Donna & Ernie Schroeder
$10,000+
Art Alliance
Affordable Housing Access Inc.
Lee Begovich
The Blackbaud Giving Fund
Marilyn D. Carlson
Robin De la Llata Amie
Dwight Richard Odle Foundation
Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund
J.P. Morgan Charitable Giving Fund
Ellen & Bill Groves
Marianne Kreter
Kathleen Hein
Eleanore & James L. Monroe
Lucina Moses & John Brennan
Bob & Terri Niccum
Dr. Katherine S. Powers & Håkan O. Rosengren
Dana Praitis
Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund
Kristin K. Stang & Gordon Capp
Jeffrey A. Stang & Lisa McDaniel Stang
Sue & Dr. Edward A. Sullivan
$5,000+
Robin de la Llata Aime & Jack Aime
Drs. Voiza & Joseph Arnold
Dana M. Carrera*
Steven Caulk
Dr. Marc R. Dickey
Susan & Richard Dolnick
Desiree Engel
Friends of Jazz
Leslie & Greg Garman
MaryLouise & Ed Hlavac
Morningside of Fullerton
Norma Morris
Betty Murphy
Jill Kurti Norman
Orange County Community Foundation
$1,000+
Judy L. Atwell
Betsy & Eric Azariah
Dottie & Nick Batinich
Lucina & John Brennan
Janet & Allen Bridgford
Irene Chinn
Stephen W. Collier & Joann Driggers
William S. Cornyn
CEC Artslink
D. Barry Schmitt
Revocable Trust
Lucetta A. Dunn
Dr. Anne Fingal
Evelyn K. Francuz
Fullerton Families and Friends
Marsha Gallavan
Jacquelyn Garrabrant
Annette L. & Leon J. Gilbert
Renee & John Gillespie
Susan-Ellen Gilmont
Dr. Mark J. Goodrich
Dr. Margaret F. Gordon
Theresa Harvey
James L. Henriques
Frank Hinojoz
Dr. Robert Istad
Michelle Jordan
Gladys M. Kares
Gwendolyn & Carlos C. Leija
Jason Lomeda
Juliette Lunger
John M. Martelli & Paul Coluzzi
Karen & George Mast
Thelma & Earl Mellott
Sylvia Megerdichian
Mary E. Moore
Patricia & Carl Miller
Ann & Douglas Myles
David Navarro
Yoshino & Ujinobu Niwa
Debra L. Noble
L. Palin
Kerry & John Phelps
The Presser Foundation
Deanna & Arie Passchier
Jim Plamondon
Sheila Pinkle
Sharon & Dr. Anil K. Puri
Mary & Jerry R. Reinhart
Renaissance Charitable Foundation
Nancy & Robert Rennie
Christine Rhoades
David Rhone
Dr. Stephen M. Rochford
Ronald L. Katz Family Foundation
Ann & Thad Sandford
D. Barry Schmitt
Louise P. Shamblen
Martha Shaver
Ingrid R. Shutkin
Lorena L. Sikorski
Carol Smith Sparkman
Janet L. Smith
Roberta & Robert Sperry
Dodo V. Standring
Thomas Statler
Robert Van Sternberg
Douglas Stewart
Verne Wagner
Dr. Sean E. Walker
Debra Winters
Richard Wulff
YourCause, LLC
Very special care has been given to the preparation of this donor listing. Please contact Ann Steichen at (657) 278-7124 with questions or concerns.
**Gifts received from July 1, 2022 through August 2023
*deceased
ONTIVEROS SOCIETY
The Ontiveros Society includes individuals who have provided a gift for Cal State Fullerton through their estate plan. Our deep appreciation is extended to the following Ontiveros Society members, whose gifts will benefit the students and mission of the College of the Arts:
ANONYMOUS
JOHN ALEXANDER
LEE & DR. NICHOLAS A.* BEGOVICH
GAIL & MICHAEL COCHRAN
MARC R. DICKEY
JOANN DRIGGERS
BETTY EVERETT
CAROL J. GEISBAUER & JOHN* GEISBAUER
SOPHIA & CHARLES GRAY
MARYLOUISE & ED HLAVAC
GRETCHEN KANNE
DR. BURTON L. KARSON
ANNE L. KRUZIC*
LOREEN & JOHN LOFTUS
ALAN A. MANNASON*
WILLIAM J. MCGARVEY*
DR. SALLIE MITCHELL*
ELEANORE P. & JAMES L. MONROE
LYNN & ROBERT MYERS
DWIGHT RICHARD ODLE*
SHERRY & DR. GORDON PAINE
DR. JUNE POLLAK & MR. GEORGE POLLAK*
DR. STEPHEN M. ROCHFORD
MARY K. & WILLIAM SAMPSON
LORENA SIKORSKI
DOUGLAS G. STEWART
ANDREA J. & JEFFREY E. SWARD
RICHARD J. TAYLOR
VERNE WAGNER
RICHARD WULFF
DR. JAMES D. & DOTTIE YOUNG*
*deceased
The College of the Arts Proudly Recognizes the 300+ Members of Our VOLUNTEER SUPPORT GROUPS
ART ALLIANCE: Art Alliance promotes excellence and enjoyment in the visual arts, and their fundraising efforts contribute to student scholarship, gallery exhibitions, opening receptions and sculpture acquisition on campus.
SPECIAL SUPPORT AND EVENT UNDERWRITING
Fay Colmar
John DeLoof
Joann Driggers & Steve Collier
Loraine Walkington
ALLIANCE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS: The Alliance for the Performing Arts (formerly MAMM) benefits performing arts students through underwriting visiting artists; special theatre, dance, and music performances; and other unique experiences for members.
SPECIAL SUPPORT AND EVENT UNDERWRITING
Judy Atwell
Drs. Voiza & Joe Arnold
Dr. Margaret Faulwell Gordon
Susan Hallman
Norma Morris
Richard Odle Estate
Kerry & John Phelps
Jeanie Stockwell
Verne Wagner
MUSIC ASSOCIATES: Music Associates maintains a tradition of active involvement and community support, and raises scholarship funds for School of Music students through annual fundraising events and membership dues.
SPECIAL SUPPORT AND EVENT UNDERWRITING
Marilyn Carlson
Evelyn K. Francuz
Sandy & Norm Johnson
Marti & Bill Kurschat
Karen & George Mast
Thelma & Earl Mellott
Bettina Murphy
Grace & Ujinobu Niwa
Kerry & John Phelps
Mary & Jerry Reinhart
Ann & Thad Sandford
Dodo V. Standring
Carolyn & Tom Toby
John Van Wey
There are many ways to support the College of the Arts, the School of Music, Department of Theatre and Dance, and Department of Visual Arts
MORE INFORMATION: Ann Steichen • 657-278-7124
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Winner of three Tony Awards, three Outer Critics Circle Awards, two Lucille Lortel Awards, and two Obie Awards, Urinetown is an irreverent satire that skewers politics, social irresponsibility, and even musicals themselves. After a devastating 20-year drought, the government of a Gotham-like city has banned private toilets, forcing citizens to pay admission to a single, sinister company for one of life’s most basic needs. But a brave hero emerges and decides enough is enough and inspires the town to revolt along with him. Inspired by the works of Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill, Urinetown has been hailed for its modern wit, outrageous perspective, and cheeky send ups of the musical genre.
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