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Devon Preparatory School Production of
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS Lyrics by Marshall Barer
Music by Mary Rodgers
Book by JAY THOMPSON, DEAN FULLER and MARSHALL BARER with Acting Director Paul Recupero
Dance Director Gail Oldfield Student Dance Captains Seamus Slattery Alex Leicht Rose McDonald
Musical Director Emily Byrne
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Minstrel Jamie Barker
Pantomime Prince Evan Bramlage
Pantomime Queen Annabelle McDonald
Pantomime Princess Halle Middleton
Pantomime Ballerina Audrey Tiglao
Wizard Aidan Curry
Princess #12 Siobhan Slattery
Lady Rowena Maria Fennell
Lady Merrill Cecilia Haubold
Lady Lucille Bridget Gauntner
Queen Aggravain* Catherine Conroy
Queen Aggravain+ Julianna Prendergast
Prince Dauntless Noah Wolter
Lady Larken+ Marnie Clark
Lady Larken* Amanda Deluzio
King Sextimus+ Colman Egan
King Sextimus* Andrew Mcgee
Jester Seamus Slattery
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Sir Harry Kevin Husar
Princess Winnifred+ Bailey Cavallaro
Princess Winnifred* Rose McDonald
Sir Studley Will Stanley
Sir Luce Alex Leicht
Emily/Ensemble Eva Kierstead
Lady Beatrice Colleen McGuire
Lady Mabelle Lindsay Galarneau
Nightingale of Samarkand Hannah Search
Ensemble Jacob Bailey
Male Ensemble Noah Mathew
Ensemble Noah Curry
Ensemble Josh Kerrigan
+ Performs role on Fri evening/Sat matinee * Performs role on Sat evening/Sun matinee (Double-cast principles will appear in the ensemble on “off-nights”)
Joey Diamond Brendan Kelly Jackson Kelly Ian McKnight Liam Doherty Killian Rush Mark Jiannino Sam Klick Evan Michel Ben Braun Mark Michniak Finbar Touey
Brendan Thompson Connor Gazda Isaac Pauline Graham Misko William Rule Joe Cecchine JT Tiglao Joe Rajasekaran
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Paul Recupero (Director) has had the pleasure of directing several productions for Devon Prep, from Phantom of the Opera in 2012 (which doesn’t seem so long ago) to Harvey this past fall. Mattress marks his 15th directing experience at Devon. He thanks the school for the opportunity and all the hardworking production team members and crew, who devoted numerous hours behind the scenes to make this musical a success. He also thanks the entire cast for their enthusiasm, devotion, and talent. Paul occasionally directs elsewhere, including productions of Children of Eden and The Drowsy Chaperone with The Dramateurs at the Barn Playhouse. By day, he is a partner at a civil litigation law firm in Abington and is affiliated with the Pennsylvania Young Lawyer’s Association and High School Mock Trial Competition. He is also a published writer. In his (limited) free time, Paul enjoys acting, writing, travel, and of course relaxing at home in Malvern with his amazing wife Brittany. “Thanks for supporting our show!” 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. Originally from the Philadelphia suburbs, 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 including “And the World Goes Round” at Salt in Chester Springs. Having worked with five high school districts in this area, she has particularly enjoyed choreographing Devon Prep School’s musicals for over the past 21 years. According to critics, Gail has become synonymous with theater dance excellence. Thanks Devon!
Sara Haroun .................. Fine Arts Department Head/Theater Director Amanda Jenks .................................................. Associate Theater Director Heidi Kleber ....................................................................... Technical Director Jake Klick ‘17 ................................................................ Stage Crew Manager Nora Krupp ........................................................................... Costume Design Elizabeth D’Antonio ............................................................. Graphic Design
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Setting: In and Around the Castle Many Moons Ago..................................................Minstrel Opening for a Princess.............................Dauntless, Knights,
Ladies-in-Waiting
In a Little While..............................................Harry, Larken In a Little While (Reprise)..............................Harry, Larken Shy..............Winnifred, Knights, Dauntless, Queen, Ladies-in-Waiting The Minstrel, The Jester, and I...............Minstrel, Jester, King Sensitivity.......................................................Queen, Wizard The Swamps of Home...................Winnifred, Rowena, .Merrill,
Lucille, Dauntless
Normandy.....................................Minstrel, Larken, Jester, King Spanish Panic (dance)..........................................Company Song of Love.............................Dauntless, Winnifred, Ensemble 8
15 Minute Intermission
Setting: In and Around the Castle Quiet.....................................................................Company Happily Ever After...............................................Winnifred Man to Man Talk...........................................Dauntless, King Very Soft Shoes.........................................................Jester Yesterday I Loved You....................................Harry, Larken Nightingale Lullaby..........................Nightingale of Samarkand Finale....................................................................Company
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Seamus Slattery (Minstrel) has been attending Devon since sixth grade, and he is so grateful and proud for this to be his 13th show here! Last seen as Elwood P. Dowd in Harvey, Seamus has had a long run with Devon Theater and has also been participating in shows beyond Devon’s walls. He could be seen on stage with Upper Darby Summer Stage, as well as the Upper Darby Shooting Stars. Thanks to my Mom and Dad for the endless support (and rides), as well as Paul, Gail, Ms. Byrne and Ms. Haroun for teaching me all I know over the last 7 years, to Siobhan, Deaglan, Matt and Asha! Love you all! Jamie Barker (Jester) has been a part of the Devon Prep Musicals since 6 th grade, during the performance of The Scarlett Pimpernel. He loves playing music as a hobby and a job. You may see him playing at Mike’s Seafood in Sea Isle City in the summertime. He has been playing the guitar since sixth grade and loves to play in a band as well as a solo act. Next year he will be headed to Gabelli School of Business at Fordham University to Major in Marketing. Thanks to his parents and his three brothers who have been a great inspiration. Lindsay Galarneau (Lady Mabelle) attends Notre Dame and has been doing the musicals at Devon since freshman year. This past year she was in Devon’s production of Harvey, and has been in other plays and musicals outside of Devon. Lindsay is very excited for her last show at Devon and has many people to thank. She would like to thank her parents for driving her to many rehearsals, Paul, Gail, Ms. Jenks, and Ms. Byrne for putting together an amazing show, and especially the cast for being some of her best friends. Rose McDonald (Princess Winnifred) is excited to be performing on Devon Prep’s stage one last time. Rose has participated in Devon theatre for the past three years and has loved every moment of it! You may have seen her as Veta Louise in Harvey or as the Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Offstage, Rose is an editor for ND’s newspaper, a writing fellow, and cantors for ND’s liturgical choir. Shout out to her fellow dance captains and all the seniors! Big thanks to Paul, Gail, Ms. Byrne, and the rest of the cast and crew for an amazing show!
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Siobhan Slattery (Princess #12): My twin brother Seamus influenced me to take part in a Devon show my junior year! I had so much fun and made many friends, causing me to join this year too! Unlike many of the other extremely talented seniors, I have little to no experience in theatre, yet I still have so much fun participating in these shows. I think that represents the community that Devon theatre provides! I look up to the talents of the other seniors and I will definitely miss the gateway trips next year + I thank Seamus for introducing me into this amazing program! Catherine Conroy (Queen Aggravain) is a senior at Villa Maria academy who has been doing the Devon shows for the past four years. In total, including dramas and musicals, she has acted in seven Devon shows. Outside of Devon she participates theatrically at Villa, most recently playing the lead Ms Savage in Villa Maria’s The Curious Savage. Catherine also has directed three original productions at her school. She has enjoyed her time her immensely and thanks all the friends she has made in this community for this experience along with her family and grandparents for never missing a show. Colman Egan (King Sextimus/Ensemble) will unfortunately be making his second and last performance on the Devon stage this year. A four year soccer and tennis athlete, he originally auditioned for the show last year in an attempt to meet some girls, but he fell in love with performing and was eager to come back this year. When Bucky isn’t goofing around with the theater program he can be found representing the school with soccer, tennis, ACT, mathletes, and the chess team. He would like to thank: Mama Byrne, Papa Haas, Noah Mathew, and Jamie Barker for their endless support and for being great people. Andrew Mcgee (King Sextimus/Ensemble) has been attending Devon Prep since 9th grade, and since then has been in the yearly Spring Musical. While not on the stage, Drew is involved with a variety of other activities around Devon. Whether you see him hitting a strike on the Bowling team, frantically finishing up deadlines for the yearbook, or preparing for Science Olympiad. Thanks to everyone who helped him along the way, including, but certainly not limited to, Paul, Gail, Ms. Byrne, the entire Devon faculty, his parents, sister Katie, and his dog, Buster. Alex Leicht (Sir Luce) has participated in every Devon show (The Crucible, Guys and Dolls, The Dining Room, Bye Bye Birdie, Almost Maine, Joseph, Harvey, and Once Upon A Mattress) since coming to Devon Prep freshman year. Alex credits Donna Radu for exposing him to the beauty that is Devon theatre. He would also like to thank all of his fellow cast members for making these past four years some of the best so far, and he wishes the program success in the future. Finally, Alex would like to thank his parents and his sister for supporting his theatre ambitions.
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Spring Art Show:
“Arts and Music Fest” April 26 @ 7pm
Spring Concert:
“Spring Music Expo” May 15 @ 7pm
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Dearest Noah, You have brought our family so much fun and laughter. You have shared with us your knowledge of music and theatre and have delighted us with your talents!! We are so happy to be a part of your journey and can’t wait to see where the road of life leads you! We thank Devon Prep for all of the wonderful faculty, experiences and support you have given to Noah along the way. XOXO Mom & Dad & the Whole Gang
Congratulations to the hardworking team that makes every production look good and go smoothly. Great Job DP Stage Crew! The McKnight Family
Kevin, Theatre makes life more special! We are always your biggest fans! Love Mom, Dad, & Missy “Let us go singing as far as we go: the road will be less tedious.� - Virgil
Bailey, Congratulations to you and to the cast and crew of the Devon Prep production of Once Upon a Mattress. Always remember to live and love the arts. Share your gifts, and encourage others to share theirs. Enjoy and cherish what you create, and know that you have given us so much to cherish and enjoy. Love, Mom, Dad and Richie
Congratulations to MARIA on your fourth show at Devon, and to the entire cast and crew of Once Upon A Mattress! We are so proud of you! with Love, Dad, Mom, Brian, and Michael Rose, My budding star, keep shining. You light up the stage! Love, Grandma Annabelle, Your smile lights up the stage. So proud of you! Love, Grandma Drew, We are so proud of all of your performances. You have been great in all of your parts. Good Luck to you and all of your friends in the cast and crew! Love, Mom, Dad, Katie and Buster
Rose, Congratulations on your final Devon Prep show! From the first time you took the stage, we knew you were born to shine. We are so proud of you! Love, Mom, Dad & Annabelle
Congratulations William on 6 amazing years of stage crew at Devon Prep! We are so proud of you and all your hard work and sharing your creativity! Love you and can’t wait to see all that you build and create in your future! Love, Mom, Dad and Jude Congratulations to the Cast and Crew of Once Upon a Mattress! Julianna, you have always been our princess, But tonight you are The Queen! So proud of you! Break a leg! Love Mom, Dad, and Rachel
Winnifred, We will be full of woe when you be gone to college! Congratulations Posey! Love to my star, Aunt Carolyn
Congratulations Annabelle on your first Devon Prep show! We are so proud of you! Love, Mom, Dad & Rose
The students, faculty, staff and alumnae of Villa Maria Academy High School congratulate Devon Prep on their production of Once Upon a Mattress! Special congratulations to all our Villa Maria students in the cast!
Spread your wings at Devon again this year, Hannah! We love watching you light up on stage! Love, Mom, Dad, Evan, Michael, & Colin.
Congratulations to Marnie Clark as Lady Larken and all the cast and crew of Devon Prep’s Once Upon a Mattress!
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!!
Kevin, We are so proud of you! Love, Aunt Ri and Uncle Mike
Rose and Annabelle, Congratulations on your first show together! We are so proud of you! Love, Aunt Suzanne and Uncle Bill
A bird sitting in a tree is never afraid of the branch breaking, because her trust is not in the branch but on her own wings! Love, Your very supportive and always proud family Congratulations Connor and to the rest of the crew and cast, especially the seniors! We’ve enjoyed your productions the past four years. Always follow your passions! Love, Mom, Dad, Tyler, Dylan & Reilly Congratulations to the Devon Prep Cast and Crew on their production of Once Upon a Mattress! from The Adams (Michael ‘22), George (Peter ‘22), and Kennedy (Zach ‘22) Families
Congratulations Colman! We are so proud of you and your hard work. Go off!!! Love, Mom, Dad, Patricia, Matt, Jake, Rory
Catherine, We are so proud of the young woman you have become! The best is yet to come! Love, Dad, Mom, Joseph, Grace and Reilley
Congratulations to Both Lady Larkens (Marnie and Amanda), Lady Rowena (Maria), And Both Queen Aggravains (Cat and Julianna)! It is a pleasure working with all of you! Break a Leg All Cast and Crew! Susan Anders Brizick Voice Teacher & Coach Sign up for the Summer Musical Theater Series And voice lessons and make your voice shine! sbrizick@vmahs.org www.susanandersbrizick.com
Aidan & Noah, Congratulations on another great Devon show! We love watching you guys have so much fun on stage. We are so proud of you both! Love, Mom, Dad, Grace, Annie, Peyton and Sean Congratulations, Seamus and Siobhan! We are so proud of both of you... Seamus - It has been wonderful watching you perform! Enjoy every minute of your last DP show! Siobhan - You have worked so hard for your first speaking role! You always will be our Princess #1!
“Your wings already exist, all you have to do is fly.” - unknown
Lindsay, Congratulations to you and the cast on another amazing show! So proud of the young lady you’ve become. Love, Mom
Rose and Annabelle, We are so proud of you! Congratulations on a great show! Love, Nan and Papa
Annabelle - Congrats on your first Devon show! Love you AB,
So proud of you Annabelle, Pantomime Queen! Love, your Slota Cousins
Break a Leg, Cast & Crew -- Clan Stan Rose – I have loved watching you perform for the past 13 years and I am so happy to finally be in a show with you! Congrats on your final Devon Prep show! Love, Annabelle Way to carry on the Devon theater tradition Bridget! We’re so proud of you. Love, Mom & Dad
Congratulations to the cast, stage crew and directors for another successful Spring Musical season at Devon Prep! We have worked hard and had fun together, it’s always a pleasure to host such wonderful people! Thank you to everyone who has helped us make this possible, we hope you have enjoyed the show. To the Seniors: Good luck with your future endeavors, have a great time in the next big chapters of your lives! Devon Prep Arts wishes you love and success! We hope to see you at future Arts Events and shows!
When I moved into a new high school as a junior, I found my new friend group within the theatre. It captivated my every motivation, leading me to pursue it in college and travel to NH, NY, and even Ireland with performances. Now back in high school, I can’t help but to be proud of what we do here at Devon. When the curtain opens tonight, every single set piece, light change, and microphone mute was created by our boys. In January, we came in ready to work. There were stained pants, ruined paintbrushes, and a lot of smiles and laughter along the way. As the program continues to transform every year, I hope to have the boys’ journeys grow with it as they learn the different aspects of construction, lighting, and sound. This was the hardest working group of boys I’ve worked with yet and I hope they are as proud as I am.