Presents
March 1 @ 7:30 pm | March 2 @ 7:30 pm | March 3 @ 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm
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Devon Preparatory School Amateur Production of
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT Lyrics by Tim Rice
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber with
Director Paul Recupero
Dance Director Gail Oldfield
Musical Director Emily Byrne
Student Dance Captains Tommy Brower Seamus Slattery Emily Steinhardt
JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is presented by arrangement with The Musical Company, LP, 214 Sullivan Street, Ste. 4, New York, NY, 10012-1354. www.themusicalcompany.com Phone: (212) 598-2204. Email: info@themusicalcompany.com.
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Narrator Rose McDonald
Narrator Emily Steinhardt
Joseph Jamie Barker
Jacob / Potiphar Dan Redmond
Reuben Tommy Brower
Simeon Michael McGuire
Levi Noah Wolter
Naphtali / Pharaoh Kevin Husar
Issachar / Butler Alex Leicht
Asher Colman Egan
Dan / Baker Andrew McGee
Zebulun Aidan Curry
Gad William Stanley
Benjamin Noah Curry
Judah Seamus Slattery
Angel Solo / Female Ensemble Hannah Search
Potiphar’s Wife / Female Ensemble / Ballet Soloist Grace Black
Potiphar’s Wife / Female Ensemble Cat Conroy
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Female Ensemble Caitlin Azarian
Female Ensemble Kristin Betts
Female Ensemble Amanda Deluzio
Female Ensemble Emily Drzymalski
Female Ensemble Maria Fennell
Female Ensemble Lindsay Galarneau
Female Ensemble Victoria Gauntner
Female Ensemble Bridget McCann
Female Ensemble Halle Middleton
Female Ensemble Gwen Pohlmann
Female Ensemble Siobhan Slattery
Male Ensemble John Riley
Male Ensemble Evan Bramlage
Male Ensemble Joshua Kerrigan
Male Ensemble Jacob Bailey
MIDDLE SCHOOL Jim Wynne Ruairi Gardner Amari Bellamy Keller Mardis Gilbert Mbui Reagan Megow
Tyler Gazda Alec Corsi Brendan Kelly Sam Klick Jackson Rossi Evan Michaels Andre Tiaglao Michael Pietrafitta Jake Thomas Liam Doherty Mark Jiannino Isaac Pauline
HIGH SCHOOL Robert Lignowski William Rule
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Paul Recupero (Director) has greatly enjoyed directing several productions for Devon Prep over the years, starting with Phantom of the Opera in 2012 to Almost, Maine this past fall. Joseph has been no exception. He thanks the school and all the hardworking people on the production team who devoted countless hours to making the show come together. He also thanks the cast and crew for their energy, enthusiasm and talent. He occasionally directs elsewhere, including recent productions of Children of Eden and The Drowsy Chaperone at The Dramateurs at the Barn Playhouse in Jeffersonville. By day, Paul works as a civil litigation attorney in Abington and is affiliated with Pennsylvania's Young Lawyer's Association. In his limited free time, he enjoys acting, writing, running, and spending quality time with his wonderful wife Brittany, with whom he resides in Malvern. Emily Byrne (Musical Director) In addition to her performance credits, Ms. Byrne is comfortable instructing students in a variety of musical genres. As a teacher, Ms. Byrne is passionate about helping students find their own unique voice through an understanding of basic vocal technique. Her students’ interests have included a variety of musical genres from pop to opera. In addition to her thriving private studio, Ms. Byrne is on faculty at The Shipley School in Bryn Mawr, Pa. as a vocal instructor. This year, Ms. Byrne is thrilled to join the faculty of Devon Prep in Devon, Pa. In addition to teaching middle school music, Ms. Byrne is the conductor for Choral Tide as well as music director for the musical. Ms. Byrne holds a degree from The University of North Carolina- Greensboro in Vocal Performance.
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Gail Oldfield (Choreographer) In positions as dancer, teacher, and choreographer, she has been able to take pleasure in numerous unforgettable experiences. A few of these include, performing with the Rockettes at New York’s Radio City Music Hall, meetings with Cary Grant and Walt Disney, and Dance Directorship at Cabrini College. Additionally, last season at ‘Forge Theatre’, she choreographed the highly successful production of the musical “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” and this season has just completed a successful run of the musical “The 1940’s Radio Hour”. A veteran choreographer, Gail has designed dance numbers for over 90 musical productions across Pennsylvania and New York. Having worked with five high school districts in this area, she has particularly enjoyed choreographing Devon Prep School’s musicals for over the past 18 years. According to critics, Gail has become synonymous with theater dance excellence. Thanks Devon!
Dave Barnes........................................................ Set Designer Chris Miller .................................................Technical Director Emily Todd................................................. Costume Designer Michelle Scannapieco................................. Graphic Designer Peter Haas............................................ Theater Arts Director Amanda Jenks...................... Assistant Theater Arts Director Sara Haroun............................... Fine Arts Department Head
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Prologue.......................................................................... Narrators Any Dream Will Do........................................... Joseph, Ensemble Jacob & Sons......................................Narrators, Jacob, Brothers, Joseph, Ensemble
Joseph's Coat.....................................................Narrators, Joseph,
Brothers, Ensemble
Joseph's Dreams........................................... Narrators, Brothers,
Joseph, Ensemble
Poor Poor Joseph............................Narrators, Brothers, Joseph,
Ishmaelites, Ensemble
One More Angel In Heaven........................Levi, Brothers, Angel,
Jacob, Ensemble
Potiphar.............................................. Narrators, Potiphar’s Elite,
Potiphar, Mrs. Potiphar, Joseph
Close Every Door............................................... Joseph, Ensemble Go Go Go Joseph.....................................Narrators, Butler, Baker, Joseph, Ensemble
15 Minute Intermission
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Pharaoh’s story......................................... Narrators, Ensemble Poor Poor Pharaoh.........................................Narrators, Butler,
Pharaoh Ensemble
Song Of The King.............................................Pharaoh, Ensemble Pharaoh's Dreams Explained....................... Joseph, Ensemble, Stone The Crows............................................Narrators, Pharaoh,
Joseph, Ensemble
Those Canaan Days................................Reuben, Brothers, Jacob The Brothers Come To Egypt...........Narrators, Brothers, Jacob,
Joseph, Ensemble
Grovel, Grovel...................................................Joseph, Brothers, Narrators, Ensemble
Who's The Thief?................................................Narrators, Joseph,
Brothers, Ensemble
Benjamin Calypso................................................ Judah, Brothers, Ensemble
Joseph All The Time..........................................Narrators, Joseph,
Brothers, Ensemble
Jacob In Egypt..................................................................Ensemble Any dream will do (reprise).............................Joseph, Narrators, Ensemble
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Victoria Gauntner (Ensemble) is a senior at Villa Maria and has participated in theater since the fourth grade. Victoria has performed with the Devon Theater Society for the past four years and has had roles in many of their recent performances, including Mrs. McAfee in Bye Bye Birdie and Gail in the fall play Almost, Maine. Outside of theater, Victoria enjoys reading and taking part in her school’s orchestra and chorus. Kristin Betts (Ensemble) enjoys tennis, playing the piano, and drinking tea. She has been participating in the Devon shows for the past three years. She would like to thank her family and friends for their constant love, support, acceptance, and inspiration. She would also like to thank the employee at Five Guys who told her “I got you” when she only had $10 and her meal was $10.70 Grace Black (Potiphar’s Wife / Ensemble / Ballet Soloist) is incredibly excited to be performing in her seventh and final show at Devon. Other Devon performances include Mary Warren in The Crucible and Marvalyn in Almost Maine. She enjoys piano, dance, and writing. She would like to thank the entire Devon Theatre Department for giving her an unforgettable four years. Performing in these shows has been an immeasurable privilege, and she is eternally grateful for the experience. Bridget McCann (Ensemble) started acting in sixth grade, and doesn’t intend to stop anytime soon. On the Devon stage, she has enjoyed appearing in musicals and in fall dramas The Dining Room and Almost, Maine. She’d like to thank her parents for supporting her “impractical” dreams as musician and actor, and her thanks also goes out to director Paul Recupero for his acting advice and expertise. P.S. Go Devon!
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Emily Drzymalski (Ensemble) is a senior at Villa Maria Academy. She has been a member of Devon theater society for most of her high school career. She has appeared in the ensemble for: Guys and Dolls, Bye Bye Birdie, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Outside of theater, Emily enjoys reading, watching movies, and getting involved in her school community.
Caitlin Azarian (Ensemble) attends Villa Maria Academy and has been in Devon Productions since freshman year. She has also performed in Upper Darby Summer Stage performances up until her sophomore year. Caitlin participates in Villa Maria’s school choirs and has started an Environmental Awareness Committee at her school. She would like to thank her family and friends for supporting her through her high school theatre endeavors including giving her rides, attending her shows, and showing their love. Tommy Brower (Reuben) has been a member of the Devon community since sixth grade and has participated in the shows for four years. You may have seen him as Arvide in Guys and Dolls or Lendall in Almost, Maine. Offstage he is active participant in the Side by Side Charity, captain of the varsity cross country team, and a youth secretariat for Model UN. Next year he plans to head off to college with a major in neuroscience to later attend medical school and hopefully become a neurosurgeon. Emily Steinhardt (Narrator) is excited to be performing on the Devon Prep stage one last time. Devon credits: Guys and Dolls (Adelaide), The Dining Room (Mother/Peggy/Meg), Bye Bye Birdie (Rosie), Almost Maine (Glory). Emily’s performed at numerous performing arts centers across the country as well as at Sheridan College in Toronto, Canada. Big thanks to the cast, Paul, Gail, Devon faculty, her mom, dad, entire family, and BDF. Dan Redmond (Jacob / Potiphar) Born on July 15, 1999, Daniel Redmond grew up just outside of West Chester, and spent his elementary-school years in St. Agnes Parochial School before moving to Devon Prep for high school. His interests include the theater, literature, camping, science, science-fiction, linguistics, chess, and the BSA. He intends to leave next year to pursue aerospace engineering at the Rochester Institute of Technology, and thanks all those who have helped him. Michael McGuire (Simeon) Last year Michael participated in the “Bye Bye, Birdie” musical at Devon. Outside of school and the musical, he likes to play sports and go swimming. He would like to thank his parents for being such an inspiration to him these last 4 years at Devon and also would like to thank his friends for always being there for him.
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The Spring Tide Committee would like to congratulate The Devon Prep Theater Program on their marvelous production of
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!
You are all rock stars!
Spring Tide 2018 presents
Rock
and
Roll Tide
It’s time to rock!
We hope you’ll join us for another rockin’ event next weekend,..
Rock and Roll Tide!
Saturday, March 10, 2018 Chester Valley Golf Club, Malvern, PA It’s not too late! For more information, visit
www.charityauction.bid/SpringTide2018
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Congratulations Tommy on your last musical at Devon Prep. Keep your “renaissance” mindset and excitement for new adventures! With much love, Mom, Dad, Anna, and Cici
Congratulations Victoria on your final Devon show! What a great run you’ve had. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you! Love, Mom & Dad Congratulations to the cast and crew, especially to our favorite brothers, on and off stage, Aidan & Noah! We are so proud of you! Love, Mom, Dad, Grace, Annie, Peyton & Sean
Posey, Congrats! You are our shining star! Love, Your Slota Cousins
Rose, Congratulations on an amazing show! We are so Proud of you! Love, Mom, Dad, & Annabelle
Emily, congratulation to you and the rest of the Joseph cast & crew. We are so proud of you, from your enthusiasm in your first dance classes to the joy and passion you bring to the stage. We love watching you perform and seeing the friendships you are making. 2018 is a big year and we can’t wait to see which college you will attend to continue studying musical theatre and acting. We love you!! Mom, Dad & Richard To our Amazing Narrators Rose & Emily and the Cast and Crew of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! Congrats on a Great Show! ~The McDonald Family Seamus & Siobhan, we are so very proud of you! Keep striving toward your dreams! We can’t wait to see you take the stage together again. We love you!! Dad, Mom, and Deaglan
Rose, Live your technicolor dreams! Break a leg! Love, Aunt Suzanne, Uncle Bill, Nan, Papa & Grandma
Colman, you are an awesome young man. We are proud of you and love you! Break a leg! Mom, Dad, Patricia, Matthew, Jake & Rory
We love you Noah!!!! Mom & Dad Luke & Grace
Colman, Nice job trying something new. I’m very proud to have you as my older brother. Have fun! Matt
Go Go GO Jamie… This is your time! Lookin’ good in that DREAM COAT… DREAM BIG! Love Mom, Dad, The Brothers and Pepper
Dear Maria, Think it, want it, dream it...then it’s real! We are so proud of all your talent and hard work! Congratulations to you and the entire cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Devon Prep! Love, Mom, Dad, and the Brothers Fennell
Congratulations John! We love you!! Mom, Dad, Fiona, Penelope, Vincent & Rex
CONGRATULATIONS TOMMY! WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU. LOVE, NANNY AND POP POP KIGHT
“I don’t sing because I’m happy; I’m happy because I sing.” - William James Kevin, Break a leg … Love Mom, Dad, & Missy Knowing a person is like music, what attracts us to them is their melody, as we get to know who they are, we learn their lyrics. We love you Amanda! Enjoy your first HS musical production!!
Music And arts fest April 20 th 6:30 pm - 9 pm
spring music Expo May 22 nd 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Special Thanks The production team would like to give a special thanks to all the wonderful student and parent volunteers as well as the hard-working student stage crew members for all their help in putting this production together.
Congratulations to 11th Grader, JT Tiglao, for winning the 2018 Spring Musical Logo Graphic Design Contest.
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