Greendale High School Theatre presents
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Tim Rice
Book by Linda Woolverton
Originally Directed by Robert Jess Roth Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions Directed by Choreographer Music Director Pit Orchestra Director Costume Designer Lighting & Settings Designer Production Stage Manager
ERIC R. CHRISTIANSEN KARL MILLER DONNA KUMMER TOM REIFENBERG KATHY ANDRZEJEWSKI ERIC R. CHRISTIANSEN KATE REAM
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212-397-4684 www.MTIShows.com http://www.greendale.k12.wi.us/GHS/performing_arts.html Beauty and the Beast 1
THE CAST NARRATOR....................................................................................................................... Burg Hughes MAURICE..........................................................................................................................Peter Crapitto BELLE.................................................................................................................................... Kamilah Lay BEAST...............................................................................................................................Joe Jankowski GASTON........................................................................................................................ Nick Meythaler LEFOU............................................................................................................................... Evan McVann SILLY GIRLS....................................................................... Amy Baumgardner, Meghan McVann, Andja Potkonjak, Djuka Potkonjak, Sarah Takacs MONSIEUR D’ARQUE.................................................................................................... Burg Hughes BABETTE.................................................................................................................................. Clara Faile LUMIERE.......................................................................................................................... Alec Lachman COGSWORTH.......................................................................................................................Wil Raasch MADAME DE LA GRANDE BOUCHE...............................................................Rebecca Carvalho MRS. POTTS............................................................................................................. Katharine Loomis CHIP......................................................................................................................................... Carol Yang OLD BEGGAR WOMAN.............................................................................................. Miranda Joslin ENSEMBLE .......................................................... Lizzy Braley, Kirstan Brodie, Marisa Catalano, Joe Czerwinski, Kristin Eul, Jack Fennimore, Zoe Gaspar, Nicole Gore, Rachel Grabowski, Jenna Gradinjan, Ashley Hess, Miranda Joslin, Kate Jungers, Hail Kazik, Katie Korek, Kelly Korek, Miranda Krasinski, Mara Kuzmanovic, Allison Lemke, Nikki Miller, Holly Mudrock, Lauren Nitka, Brittany Nycz, Matt Przybylski, Natalie Ricciardi, Sydney Rosengarten, Sarah Scheuer, Michaela Taychert, Christy Thomas, Alyssa Zizzo DANCE CAPTAINS.............................................................Mara Kuzmanovic, Meghan McVann The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. Any video recording made of this performance by GHS is authorized for personal, at-home, non-commercial use only. The sale or distribution of such recording is strictly prohibited under federal copyright law Please turn off all cell phones. No texting during the performance.
PIT ORCHESTR A Violin 1 Lauren Attewell Sami Kosarzycki
Oboe Glenna Gransee
Violin 2 Roman Kosarzycki Mark Fuller
Clarinet Amanda Jonas Jeffrey Jacobs Ellie Matel Sabrina Wolf
Cello Josh Baerwald Britta Carloni Emma Sanfilippo
Bass Clarinet Joy Przybylski
Bass Gibby O’Keefe
Trumpet Kevin St. Martin Matt Grieshop Sara Schunck
Flute Kaitlyn Shaughnessy Emily Perszyk
Trombone Will Kivlin Ben Kilps Horn Ann Thomas Sarah Hopefl Rebecca Miller Keyboards Alison Bekolay David Heinen Alex Thode Percussion Andy Budziszek Adam Schaefer Sarah Groh Beauty and the Beast 3
MUSICAL NUMBERS Act I Overture............................................................................................................................. Orchestra Prologue...........................................................................................................Narrator, Orchestra Belle................................................................................Belle, Gaston, Silly Girls, Townspeople No Matter What........................................................................................................ Belle, Maurice No Matter What (Reprise).................................................................................................Maurice Me...................................................................................................................................Gaston, Belle Belle (Reprise).............................................................................................................................Belle Is This Home?..............................................................................................................................Belle Is This Home? (Reprise)...................................................................................................Mrs. Potts Gaston.........................................................................LeFou, Gaston, Silly Girls, Townspeople Gaston (Reprise).......................................................................................................Gaston, LeFou How Long Must This Go On?................................................................................................Beast Be Our Guest............................................................Lumière, Mrs. Potts, Enchanted Objects If I Can’t Love Her......................................................................................................................Beast Act II Entr’acte.............................................................................................................................. Orchestra Something There............................................Belle, Beast, Lumière, Mrs. Potts, Cogsworth Human Again ....................................... Lumière, Mme de la Grande Bouche, Cogsworth, Mrs. Potts, Babette, Chip, Enchanted Objects Maison des Lunes............................................................. Gaston, LeFou, Monsieur D’Arque Beauty and the Beast......................................................................................................Mrs. Potts If I Can’t Love Her (Reprise)...................................................................................................Beast A Change In Me..........................................................................................................................Belle The Mob Song...........................................................................................Gaston, Townspeople Is This Home? (Reprise)............................................................................................................Belle Transformation/Finale..........................................................................Prince, Belle, Company There will be one 15-minute intermission SPECIAL THANKS Lori Korek Lori Hess Lynn Meythaler Laura McVann Wayne Czerwinski Lynn Crapitto Neil & Debbie Staszak Terry Hoffman Wendy Lay Jeanne Christiansen Dr. William Hughes Steve Lodes Katie Petersen Nathan Joynt Shane Hansen Jenny Hopkins Carol Dardis Claudette Van Ert Karla Geiger
Julie McFaul Brian Koffarnus Steve Coombs Jim Merkovich GHS Custodian Staff GSD Maintenance Staff Jackie Schweitzer Greendale Park & Rec John Bly Bill Attewell Greendale Chamber of Commerce Clearwing, Inc. Marta Johnson and Spencer Community Theatre Costume Shop Michael Stoddard & DSHA Theatre Community Theatre Works Aria Thornton Russ Kampa Teresa Drews
All Parents and Family of Cast & Crew Members for their help, support & encouragement 4 Greendale High School
P R O D U C T I O N S TA F F & VO L U N T E E R S STAGE MANAGERS Kate Ream, Production Stage Manager Sarah Johnson, Assistant Stage Manager Jedd Spidell, Assistant Stage Manager RUNNING CREW-LIGHTS Kelly Swinghamer, Board Operator Matthew Stock, Front Spot Operator Dan Kampa, Front Spot Operator Matt Neis, Tower Spot Operator Cedric Olinger, Tower Spot Operator Abigayle McClendon SOUND Jenny Yaccarino, Board Operator Hannah Lemke PROPS Brianna Cannistra, Props Mistress Grant Holste Shawn Jenjak Jordyn Bailey GRIPS (Stage Hands) and DRESSERS Paige Bednarz Nicci Budach Kimmy Budach Lauren Butkiewicz Johanna DeWalt Tyler Dworak Nicasio Gomez Ashley Kempken Emma Markert Marilyn Nazareth Marie Overeem Sierra Perry Gevork Seifert Maki Shimoyama Ben Sterner Michael Wentland SETS & LIGHTS Mr. John Bly, Master Carpenter Mr. Russ Kampa, Master Electrician Cris Andujar Jordyn Bailey Paige Bednarz Lizzie Braley Kirstan Brodie
Kimmy Budach Nicci Budach Lauren Butkiewicz Brianna Cannistra Calli Cragoe Johanna DeWalt Tyler Dworak Nicasio Gomez Celia Gonzalez Sarah Groh Maggie Hackl Meggie Hall Caroline Hawley Grant Holste Grace Irwin Shawn Jenjak Sarah Johnson Dan Kampa Alex Kay Ashley Kempken Sebastien Kitzke Katie Korek Kamilah Lay Emma Markert Ellie Matel Alex Minik Ariana Moss Marilyn Nazareth Matt Neis Lauren Nitka Cedric Olinger Marie Overeem Matthew Parish Sierra Perry Kate Ream Rose Ricca Natalie Ricciardi Emma Sanfilippo Dan Seastrand Gevork Seifert Maki Shimoyama Jedd Spidell Ben Sterner Matthew Stock Kelly Swinghamer Olivia Tyson Izzy Villafuerte Michael Wentland Jenni Yaccarino Becca Young
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P R O D U C T I O N S TA F F & VO L U N T E E R S ( c o n t .) COSTUME CONSTRUCTION Kathy Andrzejewski Terry Hoffman Judy Krajniak Kathy Nitka Lynn Meythaler Linda Thomas
TICKET SALES Lori Korek, Chair Kent Korek Debbie Staszak Neil Staszak Seatyourself.biz Cast, Crew & Student Volunteers
Special assistance with design and fabrication of enchanted objects: Laura Hughes Ron Raasch
TECH REHEARSAL DINNERS Lynn Meythaler, Chair Lori Hess Jeana Kivlin Lori Korek Linda Murphy Colleen Rosengarten Mary Scheuer Neil Staszak Debbie Staszak … and many many more …
COSTUME RENTAL Certain Enchanted Items Courtesy of Spencer Community Theatre Costume Shop DSHA High School and Community Theatre Works Michael Stoddard, Director Aria Thornton, Designer WIGS AND HAIRSTYLES Teresa Drews Nada Potkonjak (Silly Girls) PROJECTION ARTISTS Celia Gonzalez Nikki Miller Lauren Nitka Olivia Tyson SCENIC ARTISTS Brian Bzdawka Lauren Nitka
PROGRAM & PUBLICITY Lynn Crapitto, Chair Neil Staszak Debbie Staszak Wayne Czerwinski Footlights.com RAFFLE FUNDRAISER Lori Hess, Chair … and many generous theatre families and friends CONCESSIONS Laura McVann, Chair PRODUCTION PHOTOGRAPHY FroPhoto – Mark Frohna HOUSE Nick DaVia, Auditorium Manager
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Mrs. A
You are the best!
BIOGR APHIES Kathy Andrzejewski (Costume Designer). Rebecca Carvalho Mrs. A. is ever so thankful for: her (Madame de la family for their love and support, Jeri Grande Bouche). for her priceless counsel, Terry for her Rebecca is excited never-ending hours of sewing, Mr. C. to be ending her for his words of encouragement and senior year in her the students for their trust. Enjoy this third GHS musical. enchanted show! She hopes you will listen to an aria while you wait! Enjoy the show! Amy Baumgardner (Silly Girl). Aren’t you Marisa Catalano just so excited to see (Ensemble). This is Gaston?! Too bad Marisa’s first musical! that Belle is there. If She is thrilled to be only he had eyes for in this production a thespian, like Amy! and is excited for I’d be much more okay with that. She’s everybody to see it. been involved with 10 GHS productions! She hopes you enjoy the show! And soon to be 12 by the year’s end! Oooh! Gaston’s here! I need to go! Enjoy Eric Christiansen (Director; Lighting & the show! PS: love you, Mom! Set Designer). This is Mr. Christiansen’s tenth year at GHS, where he teaches Lizzy Braley Theatre and English. His theatre (Ensemble). Lizzy, a education has included professional freshman, is theatre training programs at The appearing in her National Theatre Institute (O’Neill second GHS Theatre Theatre Center, New London, CT), what production. She is now the Brown University/Trinity hopes you enjoy Rep Consortium, Providence, RI, and a the show. Master’s Degree in Theatre Directing from the Chicago College of PerformKirstan Brodie ing Arts, Roosevelt University. He is (Ensemble). Kirstan, delighted to be serving Greendale and a sophomore, is its wonderful students. thrilled to be performing in her Peter Crapitto first GHS musical. (Maurice). Peter, a She has previously junior, is appearing performed in two other GHS Theatre in his 6th show productions, MACBETH and ONCE IN A with GHS Theatre. LIFETIME. As always, she has had a He has also blast working with the amazing cast previously perand crew. She is grateful to everyone formed outside of Greendale with for their hard work, and hopes you Soulstice Theatre, most recently in enjoy the show! their production of SEUSSICAL. He’s super-excited for this show, and couldn’t have wanted a better cast and crew to work with.
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Kamilah Lay wishes to thank GHS’ cast/ crew, Mr. Christiansen, Mr. Miller, Mr. Reifenberg, Mrs. Andrzejewski, Mrs. Drews & Ms. Kummer for their amazing support. Kamilah is dedicating her performances to Mr. & Mrs. Dukes’ nurturing of the arts in memory of their music-loving grandson, Cameron, who passed away last June at age 14, as well as her grandma’s friend Hubert Sumlin 11/16/31 to 12/4/11, legendary blues guitarist. “Home & free...”
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Joe Czerwinski (Ensemble). Joe, a junior, is very excited to be part of the ensemble in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Joe has previously appeared in THE PAJAMA GAME, ONCE IN A LIFETIME, MACBETH, and a few other shows outside of GHS. Joe also likes talking in third person and Joe hopes you enjoy the show! Kristin Eul (Ensemble). Ecstatic does not even begin to describe Kristin’s feeling towards this show. Kristin, a senior, is excited to perform in her third show and second musical, here at the G. Theatre has easily become Kristin’s favorite high school memory and she is regretful when she thinks about how
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she did not do it all four years. This show has been a blast for Kristin and her theatre family. She has grown so close to the cast and will miss them all very much after the show. She wishes everyone to break a leg and hopes you all enjoy the show! Clara Faile (Babette). Clara, a sophomore, is beyond excited to be performing in her fourth production at GHS, having previously appeared in ONCE IN A LIFETIME (Phyllis Fontaine), THE PAJAMA GAME (Ensemble) and MACBETH (First Witch). It’s been a joy for Clara as she landed her role of Babette, the feather-duster. She would like to thank the cast, crew and pit for all of their hard work. She hopes you enjoy this magical production!
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Jack Fennimore (Ensemble). From Shakespeare to Disney, GHS Theatre has brought Jack a diverse collection of roles and experiences. He’s been Fleance--son of Banquo, a hideous Cyclops, a police chief, a Hollywood big wig, and now dances through Disney as a rough and tough butcher’s assistant and an enchanted plate. Enjoy! Zoe Gaspar (Ensemble). Zoe, a sophomore, is very happy to be in the 2012 musical. Previously, she appeared in ONCE IN A LIFETIME, THE PAJAMA GAME,
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MACBETH, 3 GMS plays and as an orphan in the 2010 GHS musical ANNIE. Zoe wants to thank her parents and friends for supporting her in the production. Nicole Gore (Ensemble). Nicole, a senior, is very excited for her first GHS musical. BEAUTY AND THE BEAST is her favorite Disney movie so she is thrilled to help bring it to life onstage. Nicole had an amazing time getting to know her fellow cast mates and wishes that she would have been involved in the musical sooner! She would like to thank the entire cast, crew, pit, Mr. Christansen, Karl, and Donna for making this such an incredible experience.
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Rachel Grabowski (Ensemble). This is Rachel’s second performance in a musical at GHS. After being in THE PAJAMA GAME last year, she is looking forward to her ensemble roll in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. This has been an amazing experience and she looks forward to being in future productions. “Don’t believe her? Ask the dishes.” Jenna Gradinjan (Ensemble). Jenna is thrilled to be a part of GHS Theatre’s production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST.
She has been on the Pom team for 3 years and loves dancing and being a part of theatre. She wants to thank her directors for helping with the show! She hopes you enjoy the show as much as she does! Ashley Hess (Ensemble). Ashley, a junior, is ecstatic to be appearing in this production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, her sixth GHS production. Being her favorite musical since she was little, she can’t even begin to describe how thrilled she is to be performing! Unending thanks to Mr. C, Karl, Donna, Mrs. A, the cast, the crew, and everyone who made this such a fantastic experience.
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B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Burgoyne Hughes III (Narrator; Monsieur D’Arque). Burgoyne is very excited to be playing the parts of the Narrator and Monsieur D’Arque. This is Burgoyne’s 7th GHS Theatre production and he is thrilled to have the chance to be in another great show. He hopes you enjoy this amazing production! Joe Jankowski (Beast). Joseph, a senior, is excited to be playing such a prestigious role in his first theatrical performance. He has had a blast preparing for the show, and he hopes you enjoy!
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Sarah Johnson (Assistant Stage Manager). Sarah is a junior this year and is participating in her fifth GHS show. She is jazzed to be the Assistant Stage Manager for another show. She is very glad to work with such a great cast and crew. Enjoy the show! Miranda Joslin (Beggar Woman; Ensemble). Miranda, a junior, is thrilled to be a part of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, one of her favorite shows and her third production here at GHS. She would like to give a special thanks to this amazing cast, crew, and pit for all their hard work in making this show a truly “enchanting” experience.
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Kate Jungers (Ensemble). Kate, a junior, is thrilled to be a part of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, her third musical theatre production at GHS. She thanks everyone who has helped to make this show a success and she hopes you enjoy the show!
Miranda Krasinski (Ensemble). Miranda, a senior, is performing in her second musical. She is very excited for this show because it’s well known, which will make it even more unforgettable to the audience. Break a leg to all crew and cast :)
Hail Kazik (Ensemble). Hail, a sophomore, is thrilled to be performing with such wonderful cast members and directors this year. He thinks it is an absolute pleasure to be a part of this process. He wishes that you enjoy the atmosphere of the performance.
Donna Kummer (Music Director). Donna Kummer has been involved in over 150 theatrical productions in the Milwaukee area over the past 20 years. She provided musical direction at Modjeska Youth Theatre for 9 years for shows which included CATS, DREAMGIRLS, and WEST SIDE STORY. She also currently works with Skylight Musical Theatre in their Teaching Artist program, bringing hands-on musical projects to public and private schools. Donna has worked with numerous professional, community and school theatres including Sunset Playhouse, In Tandem Theatre and Carroll University. Donna’s conducting credits include EVITA, CHESS, and SEUSSICAL. She also frequently directs from the keyboard for such shows as FANTASTICKS, AIDA, and 175 performances of I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE! Donna also serves as the Director of Music for Plymouth UCC Church in Milwaukee and the conductor of Wauwatosa Community Band and Tosa Jazz.
Katie Korek (Ensemble). Katie, a sophomore, is ecstatic to be in her fourth production at GHS. Previously seen in ONCE IN A LIFETIME, THE PAJAMA GAME, and MACBETH, she is excited to be part of this enchanted show. She’d like to thank Mr. C., everyone who worked so hard to make this show a success, and the entire cast for all the fun and memories. Kelly Korek (Ensemble). While she is excited to be appearing in her 11th production, Kelly is also sad that her time on the GHS stage is coming to an end. Lifelong friendships and amazing memories have been made here, and she would like to thank Mr. C and all the members of her theatre family, past and present, for making the last four years the best of her life.
Mara Kuzmanovic (Ensemble; Dance Captain). Mara is ecstatic to be a member of the ensemble and dance captain of this year’s production BEAUTY AND THE BEAST! Her past GHS Theatre performances include THE PAJAMA GAME (Ensemble), ANNIE (Servant), THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Louisa) and OLIVER! (Orphan). She thanks everyone who has helped make this production such a success and she hopes you enjoy the show! Beauty and the Beast 15
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Alec Lachman (Lumière). Alec, a senior, is performing as Lumière in his final musical at GHS. He is extremely excited to be a part of this amazing production. He hopes you all will “Be Our Guests” and enjoy the hard work of the cast, crew, and pit. So sit back, relax and enjoy the show. Kamilah Lay (Belle). Kamilah’s passions include theatre, film, television and violin performance, as well as community service. She’s honored to have appeared previously on the GHS stage in ANNIE (Annie) and THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Brigitta). Kamilah aspires to connect, learn and grow as new opportunities present themselves. Her CV is available on www.imdb.com
Allison Lemke (Ensemble). Allison is thrilled to be taking part in her first musical at GHS! She would like to thank the cast, crew, Donna, Karl and Mr. C for all the time and work they put into the show. She would also like to thank her family and friends for supporting her. Please enjoy the show! Katharine Loomis (Mrs. Potts). Katharine, a junior, is appearing in her second musical production at GHS. Playing her favorite role yet-- a singing teapot--she would like to thank her family and friends for their support as well as the amazing cast, crew, pit and staff. She hopes you enjoy the show! P.S. Chip, you’re the best!
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B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Evan McVann (LeFou). Evan, a junior, enjoys the theatre and has performed with GHS in the PAJAMA GAME, SOUND OF MUSIC, and ANNIE. He also performed in LA BOHEME with the Skylight Musical Theatre. Ironically, his first role was “Chip” in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST with Greendale Community Theater. He plays the clarinet and enjoys history. Megan McVann (Silly Girl, Ensemble; Dance Captain). Meghan, a senior, is so excited to finish off her last GHS Musical with BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Her favorite roles in High School were Susan in ONCE IN A LIFETIME, Renfield in DRACULA, and the “Steam Heat” dancer in THE PAJAMA
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GAME. She also dances, sings, and plays the saxophone and cello. She wants to thank her family and friends for cheering her on, but mostly her father for always supporting her even as he watches in the front row in heaven. Nick Meythaler (Gaston). Nicholas, a senior, is very excited to play the dashing rogue Gaston in his final GHS Musical, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Nicholas has been in every GHS production since his freshman year and hopes that these experiences will benefit him in the future, wherever it may take him. He is honored to work beside a wonderful cast and crew, and would like to thank Mr. Christiansen, Mrs. Andrzejewski and all the workers and volunteers who have made this show possible. Sit back, relax and enjoy.
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Nikki Miller (Ensemble). Nikki is really excited to be in her first GHS musical and would like to thank her friends and family for supporting her. She hopes everyone enjoys the show.
as Leon Czolgosz in Stephen Sondheim’s ASSASSINS in May at Windfall Theatre. Karl is the 2010/2011 TOMMY Award recipient for Best Choreographer for Oconomowoc’s production of BYE, BYE, BIRDIE. Karl studied dance at Dance Spectrum, William Reilly School of Ballet and The Milwaukee Performing Arts School.
Karl Miller (Choreographer). Karl has been active in Milwaukee Theatre for over 30 years as an Actor, Dancer, Singer, Choreographer, Director and Teacher. Karl has choreographed for many Professional, Community and High School Theatres. He has worked at Homestead (16 years), Wauwatosa West (4 years), Oconomowoc (5 years), Whitnall (2 years) and single shows with Cudahy, Brookfield Central and Slinger. This is Karl’s 7th show with GHS Theatre. Past shows include THE PAJAMA GAME, ANNIE, THE SOUND OF MUSIC, ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, KISS ME, KATE and SWEET CHARITY. Karl has choreographed THE THREEPENNY OPERA, SPEECH AND DEBATE and URINETOWN for UW Whitewater and will return in early 2013 to choreograph THE DROWSEY CHAPERONE. Karl has also choreographed CURTAINS and CINDERELLA for Concordia University. He has directed CARNIVAL and YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN for First Stage Children’s Theatre Musical Company Class and Young Company. He has also choreographed EINSTEIN: HERO OF THE MIND, THE MAGIC MRS. PIGGLE WIGGLE, GIGGLE, GIGGLE, QUACK and MY SON PINOCCHIO for First Stage. Karl is Lead Teacher for the Musical Theatre classes at First Stage and also is a teaching artist for The Skylight Music Theatre Education Department. Upcoming projects for Karl are choreographing THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE at Whitnall High School in March and, as an actor, you can see Karl as Caliban in THE TEMPEST this March and April at Off The Wall Theatre and
Holly Mudrock (Ensemble). Holly, a senior, is ecstatic to be in her third theatre production at GHS. She has been dancing for 12 years and is a member of the Greendale Poms Team for her fourth year. She thanks Mr. Christiansen, Karl, Donna and the whole cast for their support and hard work, and she hopes you all enjoy the show! Lauren Nitka (Ensemble). Lauren is pleased to be in another show at GHS. Her favorite roles from the past have included a cranky waitress in THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR and the arrogant, over-thetop gossip columnist, Helen Hobart, in ONCE IN A LIFETIME. Enjoy the show! Brittany Nycz (Ensemble). Brittany, a senior, is extremely excited to be performing in the GHS musical BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. This will be her third musical, previously appearing in ANNIE as a Maid and in THE PAJAMA GAME Ensemble. She is grateful to be working with such an amazing cast, crew and pit. She would like to thank Mr. Christiansen, Karl and Donna for making this such a great experience that she will never forget, and hopes you all enjoy the show! Beauty and the Beast 21
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Andja Potkonjak (Silly Girl). Andja, a sophomore, is so excited to be in this year’s production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST! This is her first show as a high-schooler and she would like to thank the cast for making her experience so fun and memorable. Enjoy the show! Djuka Potkonjak (Silly Girl). Djuka, a junior, is thrilled that she got a part in this year’s production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. This is her second musical at
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GHS and she loves being with all the cast/crew members often. Thank you all and enjoy the show! Matt Przybylski (Ensemble). Matt, a sophomore, is excited to be in his fourth show at GHS! He was previously in MACBETH, THE PAJAMA GAME, and ONCE IN A LIFETIME. Matt would like to thank the cast, the crew, the pit, Mrs. A, Donna, Karl, and Mr. C for all their hard work. He hopes you enjoy the show!
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Wil Raasch (Cogsworth). Over time, Wil has now wound up to be this iconic pendulum clock, The manic Majordomo with the occasional tick-tock. He gets uptight from Lumière, but friendship still comes through It’s up to Cogsworth to bring the laughter to you. This classic Disney tale is sure to play with emotions, So, for this enchanted night, the gears are in motion. A thanks goes out to all for their exquisite work, And to obscure objects for their funky quirks.
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Kate Ream (Production Stage Manager). Kate is overjoyed to be participating in her 5th and final show at GHS. She would like to thank all the cast, crew, and pit for their overwhelming hard work in order to create the best show possible. Enjoy the show! Tom Reifenberg (Pit Orchestra Conductor). Tom is in his 11th year as Director of Bands at GHS, directing the seven-time defending WSMA Class AA State Marching Band Champions. He received his music education degree in 2001 from UW-Whitewater and his master’s degree in music education from Boston University in 2009. Tom is also the co-founder of the Greendale Community Theatre and has music-directed shows with First Stage, Waukesha Civic Theatre, the Shorewood Players, and the Normal In Schools project.
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Natalie Ricciardi (Ensemble). Natalie has played Pepper in ANNIE, Mara in THE PAJAMA GAME and now plays Sausage Curl Girl, a Gargoyle, Taloolah the Egg Timer and Jackie the Waitress in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. She gives her deepest thanks to everyone in her crazy life for all the support. Enjoy the show, rock and roll! Sydney Rosengarten (Ensemble). Sydney, a sophomore, is completely thrilled to be in her fifth GHS Theatre production, previously appearing in ANNIE, MACBETH, THE PAJAMA GAME and ONCE IN A LIFETIME. She would like to thank the cast, crew and pit for their hard work and dedication to this show. She had a great time rehearsing it. She’d like to thank her family and friends and everyone coming to these shows for showing their support for GHS Theatre. Enjoy the Show! :) Sarah Scheuer (Ensemble). Sarah, a junior, is very excited to be in her third GHS musical, previously appearing in ANNIE and
THE PAJAMA GAME in her freshman and sophomore years. Sarah really enjoys being a part of musicals because she loves performing (dancing, especially) and really enjoys watching months of hard work and practice culminate into such an amazing show. Sarah feels very privileged to be involved in the GHS Theatre and would especially like to thank Mr. C, Karl, and Donna for their incredible patience and willingness to share their experiences, expertise, and talent. She hopes you enjoy one of her favorite Disney shows on stage! Jedd Spidell (Assistant Stage Manager). Jedd, a junior, hopes you enjoy the show.
Sarah Takacs (Silly Girl). This is Sarah’s 3rd show at GHS and she couldn’t be more excited. She was a proud member of the cast of ANNIE and THE PAJAMA GAME as well and knows this show will top all the others. She is so proud of this cast and loves everyone. Break a leg!
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B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Michaela Taychert (Ensemble). Michaela, a sophomore, is having so much fun doing her first show with GHS Theatre. She looks forward to doing more theatre performances in the future and thanks everybody who made BEAUTY AND THE BEAST possible.
Carol Yang (Chip). Carol, a freshman, is appearing in her first musical at GHS, having previously been First Page in the 2011 Fall Play ONCE IN A LIFETIME. She is very excited and hopes that you all enjoy the musical! Carol would like to thank the cast, crew, Mr. C, Karl and Donna for making this show successful.
Christy Thomas (Ensemble). Christy, Alyssa Zizzo a sophomore, is (Ensemble). Alyssa is very excited to be very excited to be in a part of her first her second GHS GHS musical. She musical. She would has been watching like to thank her the productions at GHS since she was devoted friends, very young and cannot wait to parents and sisters for all of their love perform on stage. and support. She hopes you enjoy the show as much as she does!
Greendale High School Theatre COMING ATTRACTIONS Middle School Play May 4, 2012 Spring Advanced Theatre Class Production [Insert Title Here] a collection of short plays by multiple authors May 11 & 12, 2012 www.greendale.k12.wi.us/GHS/academics/drama.html www.greendale.k12.wi.us/GHS/performing_arts.html 26 Greendale High School
G R E E N DA L E H I G H S C H O O L T H E AT R E PAT R O N S Angel Jane Kaczmarek Patron Education Foundation of Greendale Char Manny The Giesige Family Northwestern Mutual Foundation Greendale Chamber of Commerce The Conigliaro Family Reiman Foundation The Settle Family Milwaukee T-Shirt Vendors The Hughes Family NORMAL In Schools Eric & Jeanne Christiansen Mike Connor Cory & Terry Hoffman Dr. Michael Sweet The Hussa Family 2001 Cast of Diviners 2008 Cast of Good Person of Sichuan Keith & Marcia Bernard GHS Friends of Music Rogers Memorial Hospital Benefactor 2007 GHS Senior Class Bucko Family Trust Mike & Barb Minter The Stimac Family 2009 Cast & Friends of Sound of Music The Andrzejewski Family Shirley McCann The Lange Family Greendale Education Association The Vickery Family Steve DeClark & Jane Matenaer College Park PTO John and Teri Bill Ron & Sue Bekken The Shoppe Around the Corner
Devcic Family Scott and Susan Gerardin Jacqueline & Harvey Schweitzer Mrs. Mary Shimoyama The Postotnik Family Neil & Deborah Staszak Clearwing Productions Elaine Eisner Greendale Entertainment Association The Koch Family The Scott Family United CFU Lodges of Grtr Milw David Bellrichard Director Glynis Thompson 2010 Cast & Friends of Annie Steve & Kim Nichols Vicki McCormick & Family Ross Worzalla Eileen Job Dick & Betty Kroll The Machi Family Tony & Ellen Myers The Pfisterer Family The Treviranus Family John & Susan Zientek Designer The Loeding Family Mary & Joel Stachowski Alchemist Theatre Doug & Lori Hess The Juleys The Rizzo Family 2011 Cast & Friends of Once in a Lifetime 1999 Cast of Joseph 2004 Cast of the Music Man Paul & Elsa Clemente & Family Sue & Frank Di Vilio Larry & Joyce Korta Mr. & Mrs. David Pavela Sue Perkins
Z. George Slupski Theatre Alumni The Turay/Sugden Family & Children The Wanezek Family Debby Weyer Jeff & Karen Jordan Kathy Feuling The Helm Family Kent & Lori Korek Timothy & Jill Bemis Betty Ferchoff Brian & Donna O’Keefe Paul & Marianne Thielen Sound of Music Parents 2000 Cast of Seasons of the Heart In honor of the Myers Family Mrs. Barbara Armstrong Tom Bierbach/Theresa Bellone Canterbury PWC Christine Fredrickson John & Christine Hedstrom Highland View PTO Mike & Nancy Krase Ms. Dorothy Murphy Raasch/Krajniak Family Sharon Sharko Mia & Guenther Toska Stage Manager Judy Fons Mrs. Linda Altheide The Endter Family Lees Psychological Services Colleen Hammerer Sylvia Druzinski Mrs. Linda Gorski Krenz Family Marcus Stimac The Wahhab Family The Wilde Family Mrs. Cora Bahr Mrs. Bonnie Colorez Mrs. Sue Martin-Steiner Mrs. Helen Mikes Ms. Mary Ann Gorski Ms. Darlene Kramer Beauty and the Beast 27
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