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The Carthage College Theatre Department Presents:

As You Like It By William Shakespeare Directed by Anna Antaramian

PROGR A M Act One: Scene 1..................................................................................................................Garden of Oliver’s House Scene 2-3.................................................................................................................. Duke Frederick’s Court Act Two: Scene 1.....................................................................................................................................Forest of Arden Scene 2...................................................................................................................... Duke Frederick’s Court Scene 3.......................................................................................................................................Oliver’s House Scene 4-7.................................................................................................................................Forest of Arden Act Three: Scene 1...................................................................................................................... Duke Frederick’s Court Scene 2.....................................................................................................................................Forest of Arden Intermission: there will be one 15-minute intermission Act Three Scene 3-5.................................................................................................................................Forest of Arden Act Four...................................................................................................................................Forest of Arden Act Five....................................................................................................................................Forest of Arden Epilogue

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CAST Orlando, youngest son of Sir Rowland de Boys...................................................Christian Aldridge Oliver, eldest son of Sir Rowland de Boys.............................................................. Spencer Jacobsen Adam, servant in de Boys’ household..................................................................... Burgoyne Hughes Dennis, Servant to Oliver/ Silvius, a young shepherd in love.........................................................................................................Rick Bingen Charles, wrestler at Duke Frederick’s court/ William, country youth in love..............................................................................................Dylan Baxter Touchstone, a court fool........................................................................................................Alex Johnson Le Beau, a courtier at Duke Frederick’s court/ Jaques de Boys, middle son of Rowland de Boys........................................................ Jordan Horne Duke Frederick, the usurping duke/ Sir Oliver Martext, a parish priest......................................................................... Logan Milway Duke Senior, the exile duke, brother to Duke Frederick............................................. Dan Brennan Jaques, Lord attending Duke Senior in exile..............................................................Neil Geistlinger Amiens, Lord attending Duke Senior in exile.................................................................Jack Lambert Rosalind, daughter to Duke Senior.......................................................................................Jane Burkitt Celia, Rosalind’s cousin, daughter to Duke Frederick......................................................Corey Riedl Phoebe, a disdainful shepherdess..............................................................................Courtney Matula Audrey, a goat-keeper....................................................................................................... Skylar Reinhard Lords, attendants, musicians....................................................................Josh Warner, Conor O’Brien Corin, a shepherd.....................................................................................................................Dylan Heeter PRODUCTION TEA M Director............................................................................................................................... Anna Antaramian Scenic Designer.............................................................................................................Martin McClendon Costume Designer....................................................................................................................Kim Instenes Technical Director.........................................................................................................Martin McClendon Assistant Technical Directors............................................... William Newcomb and Drew Wimmer Lighting Designer...........................................................................................................William Newcomb Fight Choreographer...........................................................................................................James Fletcher Fight Captain.................................................................................................................... Spencer Jacobsen Music Arrangement.................................................................................................................Jack Lambert High School Liasons............................................................................Alexandra Morton, Maura Melfi Production Stage Manager................................................................................................Amanda Zibell Assistant Stage Manager.............................................................................................. Macee Jo Mueller Dramaturg............................................................................................................................. Lauren Eastman Property Master........................................................................................................................ Rose Grizzell Running Crew...........................................................................Claire Heronemus, Alexandra Morton, Allison Kasprovich Properties Crew........................................................................................................................Steven Brown Sound Designer....................................................................................................................... Gino Gumino Light Board Operator....................................................................................................... Teresa McCarthy Sound Operator.......................................................................................................................Melissa Curtis Costume Crew Head.................................................................................................................Molly Mason Costume Crew...............................................................................................Bethany Sassen, Sean Kelly, Hayley Sherwood Box Office Manager.................................................................................................................. Jenna Payne Scenic, costume, and lighting construction; painting..........................................The students of Carthage Theatre 2

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D I R E C TO R ’ S N O T E S As You Like It presents the view of two worlds through the eyes of individuals from both those worlds. Duke Senior is usurped by his brother Frederick and flees to the Forest of Arden with many of his Lords. His daughter, Rosalind, is later forced to flee, accompanied by her cousin Celia, to that same forest to find sanctuary. What they expect and what they find are the key. Each world has its rules and restrictions and yet they are each necessary. Each carries responsibilities yet seek time for entertainment. The Duke says “sweet are the uses of adversity”. In the modern vernacular it’s “when given lemons make lemonade”. Touchstone tells Corin he’s damned because he’s never been in court and Corin, the shepherd, reminds Touchstone, a court fool, that “those that are good manners at the court are as ridiculous in the country as the behavior of the country is most mockable at the court.” Two worlds. Two views. We hope you enjoy our As You Like It and that upon leaving the world of our play, you find your Forest of Arden. CAST BIOGR APHIES Christian Aldridge (Orlando) Christian is a sophomore Music Theatre and Theatre Performance double major, and is incredibly grateful to be a part of such a great cast. This is his fourth production at Carthage; he has performed on the Wartburg stage in Tartuffe (The Officer) and Spring Awakening (Ernst/Dieter), and appeared in the workshop production of Next To Normal (Henry). He would like to thank the cast, crew, and entire production team for putting together this wonderful experience, his professors for sharing their knowledge and helping him improve, and his friends and family for offering constant support and inspiration every step of the way. Jane Burkitt (Rosalind) “Rosalind” is a Senior Theatre Performance Major at Carthage College. She is absolutely ecstatic to be playing the role of “Rosalind” in As You Like It! Jane has performed on the Carthage stage in other productions such as Beautiful Bodies, Almost, Maine,Oleanna, Tartuffe, A Clamour of Rooks, and No Exit. She would like to give a standing ovation to the lovely cast and crew for all of their hard work and dedication and for making

this experience so fun! A very special thanks goes to Anna for giving her this incredible opportunity, the Carthage Theatre faculty for their support over the years, Anthony for being wonderful, and her family and friends for letting her dream big. God Bless and enjoy the show! Spencer Jacobsen (Oliver) Spencer is a junior double majoring in theatre and public relations. Previous Carthage credits include Inspecting Carol (Bart), Boeing Boeing (Sound Design), Clamour of Rooks (Alan, Sound Design), No Exit (Sound Design), and Stars in the Morning Sky (Sound Design). He was awarded a KCACTF Certificate of Merit for his work on Boeing Boeing. He would like to thank the department and everyone in it for the opportunity, as well as his family for being his driving force. Corey Riedl (Celia) Corey is a freshman at Carthage, and is overjoyed to be a part of this production. Corey is a huge fan of Shakespeare and was thrilled to find out she would have a chance to explore more of The Bard’s work so early in her college experience. Her previous roles As You Like It

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include Henry V (Henry V), Portia (Merchant of Venice), Hermione (The Winter’s Tale), Ophelia (Hamlet), and Lady Anne (Richard III). This show has given her an incredible opportunity to learn, grow, and make fantastic new friends. She would like to thank everyone involved for being so welcoming and supportive on her first big adventure in college! Burgoyne Hughes (Adam/Hymen) Burgoyne is thrilled to begin his Carthage theatre experience with his role of Adam. Burgoyne is fresh off a long, 12 show career at Greendale High School and couldn’t be more thankful for the Carthage staff, crew, and cast for all their hard work in making not only a great show but a great first experience for him. Rick Bingen (Dennis/Silvius) Rick is thrilled to play the parts of Dennis and Silvius in one of his favorite Shakespeare

plays, As You Like It. Although Rick has an odd combination of a Computer Science major and a Theatre minor, he has always loved theatre and is excited to be a part of his first main stage production at Carthage. He has had an amazing time working with Anna and everyone else and hopes everything is as you like it. Courtney Matula (Phoebe/lady in waiting) Courtney feels incredibly blessed to be a part of this wonderful show!! Courtney is a senior (ahh!!!) Theatre Performance & Communications major with a minor in dance. She has been seen in previous productions such as A Clamour of Rooks, Tartuffe, Ghost Bike, Inspecting Carol, The Railsplitter, and Doubt: A Parable. She also has recently costume designed for the fall production of Stars in the Morning. Courtney would like to express her many thanks to the theatre faculty for giving her so many wonderful opportunities for

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growth over the years, and to the cast & crew for making this such a phenomenal experience. Courtney is also extremely grateful for all the love and support of her family, her boyfriend, and her friends and wishes to thank them for their constant love and support. Dylan Baxter (Charles/William) Dylan is a freshmen here at Carthage College. He graduated from Waukesha West High school and was in many plays there since his freshman year. He has also performed at the Milwaukee Rep, The Milwaukee Chamber Theater and the Waukesha Civic Theater. He is very excited to be a part of this production and hopes you enjoy the show. Alex Johnson (Touchstone) Alex is a Junior at Carthage College and is a Theatre Performance and Musical Theatre double major. He has appeared in A Clamour of Rooks (Mr. Mentor), The Drowsy Chaperone (Aldolpho), Spring Awakening (Herr Sonnenstitch/Rupert/Herr Gabor), and in Romeo and Juliet (Lord Capulet) at Carthage. Alex is truly thankful to have been cast in this production, and couldn’t be more excited to work with this ensemble and production team. He is a proud member of Alpha Psi Omega, a professional theatre fraternity, and is a recent SURE Grant recipient for his research on the Symbolist movement within the theatrical world. Alex would like to thank his family and friends from the bottom of his heart for all of their love and support. Skylar Reinhard (Audrey/Lady in waiting) Skylar is a senior Theatre Performance and Communication double major. She is thrilled to be a part of As You Like It. She was seen previously at Carthage in Spring Awakening (Frau Bergaman/ ensemble), Beautiful Bodies (Nina), and the workshop productions of Seussical (Who), Urinetown (Ensemble), Romeo and

Juliet (Prince), and No One In The World (Gayla). Offstage, she enjoys being a part of Alpha Psi Omega, the professional theatre fraternity, and singing with the Carthage Women’s Ensemble. She would like to thank the cast and crew, and anyone involved with this process for all of their hard work. She would also like to thank her friends and family for their love and support and especially would like to thank her wonderful parents for anything and everything they do. Jordan Horne (Le Beau/Jacques de Boys) Jordan is excited to play in his first Carthage College Performance. He is from Wauwatosa WI, and this will be his second time being in As You Like It. Jordan is a Theater Major and is a part of Carthage’s Merely Players Improv Team. He thanks you all for coming and thanks his family for their love and support. Dylan Heeter (Corin) Dylan, the Sophomore, theatre fiend. Pretends for his major, for all else reads. O’ fair skin, bright hair, thou know’st the rest. Most recently dressing the Carthage stage As one James D. O’Connor, bane o’ the dame. The man now known as well as your son is Not yet done, a few thanks need must be made From the prodigal son. His ma and pa, And siblings galore, supporting the man, Not requesting a dime or more. To fair Anna, she that so set the scene, To wonderful friends now take’th the stage, The crew, thanks be to thee helping this way. Last, yon fair readers, to thee most of all Hearty thanks be in order, hold thy applause. Logan Milway (Duke Frederick/Oliver Martext) Logan couldn’t be more thrilled to be performing in his first play at Carthage College as well as his first Shakespearean play. He is a graduate of Oconomowoc High School where he performed in Oklahoma!, Lend Me A Tenor, and To Kill A Mockingbird. When he’s not performing, As You Like It

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Logan is writing scripts for short films, watching movies, and reading even more plays. Logan would like to take this time to thank all of his friends and family for supporting him throughout the years on his many theatrical escapades. He couldn’t have done it without you. He also wants the wonderful member of the audience reading this to enjoy the show! Will you? Logan is certain you will. Dan Brennan (Duke Senior) Dan is thrilled to be starting off his senior year performing in Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Previously, Dan has been seen in the Carthage MainStage shows Cabaret (Ensemble), Ghost Bike (Old Ghost), The Drowsy Chaperone (Man in Chair), Tartuffe (Tartuffe), A Clamour of Rooks (Tom/Crow/ Precious), and Spring Awakening (Georg/Herr Stiefel). Dan would like to thank all of his friends and family for coming to see him. Jack Lambert (Amiens/music arranger) Jack is a junior musical theater major and a business administration minor. He has been seen on the main-stage in Spring Awakening (Melchior), Tartuffe (Laurent), and The Drowsy Chaperone (Underling). A special thanks goes out to his parents and professors for helping him succeed and pushing him further. He is super honored to be the musical arranger for this show and hopes that everyone enjoys the hard work. Neil Geistlinger (Jaques) Neil is so excited to be performing Shakespeare for the first time in As You Like It. His past Carthage credits include No Exit (Cradeu), Boeing, Boeing (Bernard), Almost, Maine

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(East/Lendall/Randy/Daniel), The Drowsy Chaperone (Ensemble/Superintendent), and Cabaret (Ensemble). Neil would like to thank Anna for this wonderful experience, his family and friends for being there and supporting him through this whole process, and all of you for attending! Enjoy the show! Josh Warner (Lord 1) Josh is a junior here at Carthage college. He is studying Marketing with minors in Communications and Economics. He is very excited to be in his first show at Carthage. He has enjoyed this opportunity to get out there and meet new people. Josh has been in several stage productions including Sir Andrew in Twelfth Night, Mr. Tumnus in The Chronicles of Narnia, Friar Tuck in Robin Hood, and many more. When he is not acting he can be found in the library poring over the economic issues of today or in the union eating and hanging out with friends. Josh hopes to work as a corporate broker in the future. He would like to thank his parents for always supporting him, his sister for teaching him all he knows about comedy, and his family for the never ending support of his dreams, but most of all, God, for providing him amazing opportunities each day. Conor O’Brien (Lord 2) Conor is a freshman here at Carthage studying Theater, History, and Education. He has actively participated in almost every field of theater work back in his home town of Hastings, MN. This is his first Carthage production and he loves working with such a wide variety of extremely talented and inspiring individuals.

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PRODUCTION TEA M BIOGR APHIES Anna Antaramian (Director/Adjunct Instructor) Anna was a professor for the past 22 years at Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago. At NEIU she directed over 40 productions, directed for the Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre for eight years and has directed in New York and in Boston. Anna holds an MFA in directing from New York University and a BS from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She is thrilled to be teaching at Carthage College and thrilled to be directing As You Like It. Thanks to HSANTJD and, as always, Mr. McGuire. Martin McClendon (Technical Director/ Scenic Designer/Associate Professor of Theatre) Martin spent 10 years working as a professional actor, carpenter, and scene designer in Chicago and Los Angeles before coming to Carthage. He designed more than a dozen sets for Chicago’s Defiant Theatre, receiving Joseph Jefferson Citation nominations for Action Movie: The Play and Bluebeard. Other design credits include: On The Verge and Laughing Stock (Artist’s Ensemble, Rockford, IL) and Mayhem (Evidence Room) and Lobby Hero (Odyssey Theatre) in Los Angeles. Martin is a member of Actor’s Equity, SAG, and AFTRA. Acting credits include Mojo and Skylight (Steppenwolf ), Honest (Steppenwolf Garage), Cripple of Inishmaan (Northlight), and Danny Bouncing (Victory Gardens). On-Camera credits include numerous national and regional commercials, episodes of ER, Early Edition, Three Sisters, and several pilots and independent films. In 2011 Martin directed the world premiere of The Rail Splitter by Rick Cleveland, written for Carthage, selected as a participating entry in the Kennedy Center/American College Regional Theatre Festival and recognized as a distinguished production of a new work by the National Selection Committee. He would like to thank his beautiful wife Jennifer and his wonderful kids Arabella and Horatio for their support and inspiration. 8

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Kim Instenes (Costume Designer, Assistant Professor of Theatre) Kim holds an MFA in Costume Design and Technology from Ohio University, and a BA in Theatre from UW-Whitewater. Her faculty credits include UW Parkside, UW Whitewater, UW Milwaukee and Lawrence University. In addition to teaching at these schools she has designed costumes and makeup for a number of productions including Imaginary Invalid, Pride and Prejudice, Trojan War, Sweeney Todd and Translations. Kim continues to work as a freelance costume and make-up designer in the Milwaukee/ Chicago area. Professional design credits include The Giver and Best Christmas Pageant Ever, as well as the musical Big at First Stage Milwaukee, Jeeves Intervenes and Heroes at Milwaukee Chamber, Romeo and Juliet at Milwaukee Shakespeare, the Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Renaissance Theatre Works, Utah Shakespearean Festival and the Racine Theatre Guild, and recently costume designer for the World premier of Gossamer, written by Lois Lowery and performed at First Stage Milwaukee. Design work at Carthage includes Cabaret, Inspecting Carol, and new play, by Laura Jacqmin, Ghost Bike, to name a few. Ghost Bike won her a Certificate of Merit from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival for costume and makeup design and an invitation to show her work at the Festival. Kim is excited to be a part of the Theatre Department here at Carthage as it strengthens and strives to create theatre artists of the highest quality. She enjoys the thrill of watching a student understand what a costume does for their character and watch that character come to life as a result. She would also like to thank her family, husband Doug, and children, Lauren and Dalen, for their continued support of her creative endeavors. William Newcomb (Assistant Technical Director, Lighting Designer) William holds a B.F.A. in Technical Theatre from Tarleton State University, Stephenville, Texas, and an M.F.A. in Arts Administration from

PRODUCTION TEA M BIOGR APHIES Southern Utah University. He was assistant manager of the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre for two years before coming to Carthage. William also serves as Production Manager for the Optimist Theatre’s Shakespeare in the Park. Other credits include technical director of the Wells Fine Arts Center at Tarleton State University, assistant technical director at Oberlin College, scene shop foreman at Ohio Light Opera, and assistant production manager of the Utah Shakespearean Festival. He would like to thank his wife Alison for her continued love and support. James Fletcher (fight choreographer) James is delighted to make this first journey down to Carthage College. He is the Artistic Director of The Bunny Gumbo Theatre Company in Milwaukee, and makes his living juggling the many aspects of theatre. He received his MFA in acting from the Professional Theatre Training Program at UW-Milwaukee, where he was also certified in stage violence as an Actor Combatant. His latest play, Sweet Dreams, is currently being work-shopped and will make its premiere with the American Myth Theatre in Chicago in January. Enjoy the show! Amanda Zibell ( Production Stage manager) Amanda is a sophomore technical theatre major with a studio art minor. This is her first time stage managing a show, and she is very grateful to be afforded the experience. She would like to thank her friends and family (especially the parents!) for their support as she continues to pursue theatre. Macee Jo Mueller (Assistant Stage Manager) Macee Jo is a sophomore double major in Theatre Performance and Musical Theatre with a minor in Business Administration. This is her first time Assistant Stage Managing and she could not be more thrilled about it! She has recently acted in Carthage’s performance of Ghost Bike at the American College Theatre Festival, and as Natalie in Next to

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Normal. She feels honored to be a part of this wonderful production, and is excited to continue learning about the workings of the theatre. Gino Gumino (Sound Designer) Gino is a Junior Technical Theater major. He has worked on numerous shows as a sound designer as well as working with lights. He will usually be found in the booth running either the sound/light board or operating the spotlight. He is also a proud member of both Neil-Futurists and Alpha Si Omega. Gino is excited to be working on As You Like It since he took some risks in the designing process. Outside of the theater he can be found in the library where he works as the Networking Administration Student Assistant. He would like to thank all of his friends in and out of the theater department for all their support and encouragement they provide; and of course he would not be here without the loving support of his family. Lauren Eastman (Dramaturg) Lauren is a Senior Technical Design and English double major, with a Studio Art minor. As You Like It is her Senior Thesis for Theatrical Dramaturgy. She would like to thank Neil Scharnick, her advisor for helping guide her through this process. She has worked on a plethora of shows here at Carthage, including: Ghost Bike (Assistant Dramaturg, Properties Designer, and Scenic Painter), A Clamour of Rooks (Dramaturg and Scenic Painter), Glass Menagerie (Scenic Designer and Painter), and Stars in the Morning Sky (Properties Designer and Scenic Painter). She would like to thank her mother, for her loving support and strength. She’d also like to thank the friends and family of the Pine Forest. And, also, her sweetheart, Slim Simonini - 765 miles got nothing on us. Rose Grizzell (prop master) Rose is a Junior Theatre Performance major and Dance minor. This is her first time trying her hand at props. As You Like It

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C A R T H AG E C O L L E G E T H E AT R E FAC U LT Y Theatre Department Herschel Kruger......................................................... Division Chair/Associate Professor of Theatre Martin McClendon..................................................................Department Chair/Technical Director/ Associate Professor of Theatre Corinne Ness......................................................................................................Music Department Chair/ Assistant Professor of Music/Head of Music Theatre Anna Antaramian............................................. Associate Professor/Adjunct Instructor of Theatre Maria Carrig...................................................................... Associate Professor of English and Theatre Magdalene Ellsworth.............................................................................. Adjunct Instructor of Theatre Laura Gordon............................................................................................. Adjunct Instructor of Theatre Kim Instenes........................................................Assistant Professor of Theatre/Costume Designer Marcella Kearns......................................................................................... Adjunct Instructor of Theatre John Maclay................................................................................................Assistant Professor of Theatre Patrick Mcguire......................................................................................... Adjunct Instructor of Theatre William Newcomb....................................................................................... Assistant Technical Director Drew Wimmer............................................................................................... Assistant Technical Director Neil Scharnick............................................................................................Assistant Professor of Theatre Dance Program Stacy Pottinger......................................................................... Assistant Professor of Theatre-Dance/ Head of Dance Program Emma Draves...............................................................................Adjunct Instructor of Theatre-Dance Valerie Gonzalez.........................................................................Adjunct Instructor of Theatre-Dance Faith Halaska................................................................................Adjunct Instructor of Theatre-Dance

SPECIAL THANKS John Maclay, First Stage Milwaukee Keith Harris, University of Wisconsin/Parkside Jim Guy, Milwaukee Rep James Fletcher, Bunny Gumbo Theatre Co. Molly Polk, associate VP of communications, Carthage College Corinne Ness, chair, department of Music, Carthage College Hayley Sherwood, high school mailings Oregon Shakespeare Festival, OR The Guthrie Theatre, Minneapolis, MN American Players Theatre, Spring Green, WI

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The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education; Dr. Gerald and Paula McNichols Foundation; The Honorable Stuart Bernstein and Wilma E. Bernstein; the Kennedy Center Corporate Fund; and 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 inclusion at the KCACTF regional festival and can also be considered for invitation to the KCACTF national festival at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC in the spring of 2013. Last year more than 1,300 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.

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