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Songs for a New World

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Pewaukee High School Drama Club presents

MUSIC AND LYRICS BY Jason Robert Brown

Originally Produced by the WPA Theatre, New York City, 1995 (Kyle Renick, Artistic Director) Original Orchestration by Brian Besterman and Jason Robert Brown

There will be a 10 minute intermission between Acts I and II. We ask that if possible, you refrain from congregating within 6 feet of other guests during this time.

Songs for a New World is a collage of stories and songs that reflect the different choices and hardships we face as human beings. Whether it be about choosing to keep moving forward, to take a stand or stepping back and redirecting your ambitions, audiences of all ages can relate to the struggles showcased in the music by Tony Award Winner Jason Robert Brown. Songs for a New World also hosts an array of characters all with different and unique backgrounds and stories to tell through music.

SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com THE VIDEOTAPING OR OTHER VIDEO OR AUDIO RECORDING OF THIS PRODUCTION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Songs for a New World

MUSICAL NUMBERS ACT 1 Opening Sequence I: The New World......................................................................................Company Opening Sequence II: On The Deck of a Spanish Sailing Ship, 1492........................................... Man One and Ensemble Just One Step.............................................................................................................................. Woman Two I’m Not Afraid ............................................................................................................................ Woman One The River Won’t Flow ............................................................ Man One, Man Two, Featured Quartet Transition to: Stars and Moon ..................................................................................... Quartet Soprano Stars and the Moon .............................................................................................................. Woman Three She Cries ............................................................................................................................................ Man Two The Steam Train ................................................................................................. Man One and Ensemble ACT 2 The World Was Dancing ....................................... Man Two, Woman One, and Featured Quartet Surabaya Santa .......................................................................................................................... Woman Two Christmas Lullaby .................................................................................................................... Woman One King of the World ............................................................................................................................ Man One I’d Give It All For You ................................................................................. Woman Three and Man Two Transition to: The Flagmaker,1775 ................................................................................. Quartet Tenor The Flagmaker 1775 ................................................................................................................ Woman Two Flying Home ....................................................................................................... Man One and Ensemble Final Transition: The New World ................................................ Man One, Man Two, Woman One, Woman Two, and Woman Three Hear My Song .................................................................. Woman One, Woman Two, Woman Three, Man One, Man Two, and Ensemble C A S T O F C H A R AC T E R S Man One .......................................................................................................................................... Jake Koch Man Two .......................................................................................................................................... Cole Hicks Woman One ....................................................................................................................... Sophie Nauman Woman Two ............................................................................................................................. Kirsten Cutler Woman Three ........................................................................................................................... Corinne Loth Featured Quartet ................................................... Addyson Chapman (alto), Kyle Powers (tenor), Keegan Rice (bass), Emma Thomas (soprano) Ensemble .............................................................................. Jack Babler, Mia Bolyard, Megan Brown, Kylie Hengstenberg, Aiden Loya, Hailey Maynard, Will Nysse, Anja Riemer, and Heather Sunderlage 4

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PRODUCTION Director ........................................................................................................................................ Laura Bengs Technical Director ................................................................................................................. James Sevens Vocal Director ........................................................................................................................ Krystle Stingle Pit Band Director ..................................................................................................................... Kate Mitchell Choreographer ........................................................................................................................ Ami Majeskie Student Directors ..................................................................................... Aiden Loya and Mia Bolyard Stage Manager .................................................................................................................................. Trinh Vo Vocal Student Directors ........................................................... Cole Hicks and Kylie Hengstenberg Assistant Stage Manager ........................................................................................................ Sofia Glenn Student Technical Director ........................................................................................................... Trinh Vo Video Production Manager .................................................................................................... Aden Weier Build Manager ....................................................................................................................... Jesse McNulty Publicity Managers .................................................................................... Cole Hicks and Mia Bolyard Costume Manager ....................................................................................................................... Jake Koch Assistant Costume Manager ................................................................................ Heather Sunderlage Prop Managers ............................................................................................. Jake Koch and Mia Bolyard Assistant Prop Manager............................................................................................................... Sam Biely Lighting Assistants ......................................................................................... Sam Biely and Cole Hicks Multimedia Development...............................................Mia Bolyard, Anja Riemer, and Jake Koch ORCHESTR A & TECHNICAL CREW Hailey Alsteen Braden Behlke Sam Biely William Bolyard Elizabeth Ehlert Sofia Glenn Krista Longden

TECHNICAL CREW Jesse McNulty Alyssa Nerdahl Kyle Powers Joe Rittmeyer Casey Sherman Eden Skoug Grace Strebe

Trinh Vo Lauren Vollmer Ethan Warbleton Aden Weier Casey Westphal

PIT BAND Keyboard.................................................................................................................................... Julie Johnson Bass.............................................................................................................................................. Laura Proeber Guitar..........................................................................................................................................Charlie Collins Drum Set/Percussion...........................................................Leonardo Desidero and Michael Trotier Woodwinds.............................................................................................. Meg Elyse Bierce, Luke Tackett, Jack Howard, and Jeremy Skoug Brass...............................................................................Evan Coursin, Rachel Peterson, and Drew Fox Songs for a New World

D I R E C TO R ' S N O T E In a time where the world is deeply missing and craving the performing arts, we feel so fortunate to be able to share this beautiful piece of work with you. This is a unique opportunity to present a production we never would have usually selected for this high school group. If you’ve attended our productions before, you’ve likely noticed the packed stage, and that’s the way we think high school theater should be done. We love giving as many students the opportunity to participate as possible; however, in order to safely prepare a production, that was just not a possibility this year. Additionally, many of the traditions and routines we’re used to had to be adapted or eliminated. You’ve likely guessed much of this was the case, but we share this with you to recognize how truly resilient this group of students has been. They’ve adapted to every change with maturity and understanding. This show has looked so different in so many ways, yet the heart and soul behind the work has remained steadfast. There are a few students in particular who have gone above and beyond to make this the positive, successful experience that students strive for. Cole Hicks and Kylie Hengstenberg have gone above and beyond as Vocal Student Directors to tighten the extremely challenging vocals you will hear tonight. Mia Bolyard and Aiden Loya have been positive, thoughtful leaders as Student Directors. Jake Koch thoughtfully designed the costume plot and much of the multimedia elements of the show. Trinh Vo, Aden Weier, and Jake Koch have been putting in a ton of extra hours designing the setting elements and preparing our livestream. We are so grateful for your support--be it here in the auditorium or at home. Thank you for supporting the performing arts, and thank you for supporting our students. We are beyond excited to have had a collaborative outlet for our creative energy and to share that outcome with you tonight. It is with delight that we share with you the message of Songs for a New World: we all share in collective hurt, loss, and growth that create the opportunity to voyage into A New World. And we keep believing that (as the students reassure us at the end of the show), “we’ll be fine.” We hope this piece of art provides you the opportunity for connection that it granted us these past few months. Laura Bengs (Director), Ami Majeskie (Choreography), Kate Mitchell (Pit Band Director), James Sevens (Technical Director), and Krystle Stingle (Vocal Director).

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C A S T, C R E W, A N D P I T B A N D

Jack Babler

Braden Behlke

Sam Biely

Meg Elyse Bierce

Mia Bolyard

Megan Brown

Addyson Chapman

Evan Coursin

Kirsten Cutler

Leonardo Desidero

Drew Fox

Sofia Glenn

Kylie Hengstenberg

Cole Hicks

Jack Howard

Jake Koch

Krista Longden

Corinne Loth

Aiden Loya

Hailey Maynard

Jesse Mcnulty

Sophie Nauman

Alyssa Nerdahl

Will Nysee

Elizabeth Elhert

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C A S T, C R E W, A N D P I T B A N D

Rachel Peterson

Kyle Powers

Keegan Rice

Anja Riemer

Joe Rittmeyer

Casey Sherman

Eden Skoug

Jeremy Skoug

Grace Strebe

Heather Sunderlage

Luke Tackett

Emma Thomas

Michael Trotier

Trinh Vo

Lauren Vollmer

Ethan Warbelton

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Aden Weier

Casey Westphal

S O N G S F O R A N E W WO R L D B I O G R A P H I E S Jake Koch Man One Costume Manager/Props Manager Senior Jake is overjoyed to be back on stage after a year-long hiatus. His favorite roles include Thenardier in Les Misérables, Uncle Fester in The Addams Family, and Frank Abagnale Jr. in Catch Me If You Can. Past performances include Hairspray and Les Misérables at Skylight Music Theatre, and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Goosebumps, Charlie Brown Christmas, and Rudolph at First Stage Children’s Theatre. Jake is a three time recipient of the Jerry Award and plans on studying musical theatre in college next year. Jake would like to thank Bengs, Stingle, Sevens, Mitchell, Trinh, Cole, and his best friend Ami for all their efforts to give PHS the most normal drama season possible. Lastly, he would like to thank his family and best friends for their support and understanding that this is more than a hobby. “It’s my happy ending, now it’s time to say goodnight” -Frank Abagnale Jr. Cole Hicks Man Two Publicity Manager/Lighting Assistant/ Student Vocal Director Senior Cole is a senior and is excited to be so thoroughly involved with this year’s production. He has participated in drama since the age of 12, appearing as Caterpillar in Alice in Wonderland Jr., Simba in Lion King Jr., Joly in Les Misérables, Lucas Beineke in The Addams Family, Frank Abagnale Sr. in Catch Me If You Can, and is very excited about performing as Man 2 this year. He’s continuing as publicity manager and a vocal leader for the second time and is growing by helping as a lighting assistant for his first time. Even with all of the difficult circumstances of this year, the outcome and experience has been great and he is so proud of this production and everyone involved - enjoy the show! Sophie Nauman Woman One Junior Sophie is a junior and is thrilled to be back on stage for her third time at PHS! She has been performing since middle school, starting off with roles such as Emily Hobbs in Elf Jr. and Taylor McKessie in High School Musical Jr. Since

freshman year, she has been an ensemble member in The Addams Family, a featured dancer in Catch Me If You Can, and now Woman 1 in this year’s production of Songs for a New World. Sophie would like to thank all of the directors and student leaders for their dedication to the show, despite the difficulty this past year has brought. She would also like to thank her vocal coach, Jill Hollander, and her friends and family for their endless love and support. Sophie is so grateful to be performing once again and hopes you enjoy the show! Kirsten Cutler Woman Two Senior Kirsten is a senior and beyond thrilled to be performing on the PHS stage one last time. Most recently she has been seen at PHS as Alice in Alice in Wonderland Jr., ensemble in Les Misérables, Alice Beineke in Addams Family, and Cheryl Ann and a featured dancer in Catch Me If You Can. Other past performances include Mamma Mia, A Christmas Carol, and Pirates of Penzance at Lake Country Playhouse. Off the stage, Kirsten enjoys playing on the PHS tennis team, singing in both Varsity and Madrigal Choir, and spending time with family and friends. She would like to extend a special thanks to the incredible cast, crew, and directing staff for going above and beyond to make this show possible. Lastly, Kirsten would like to thank her friends and family for their limitless love and support, and she hopes you enjoy the show! Corinne Loth Woman Three Senior Corinne is a senior and will be starring in her fourth and final show at PHS. Previously, she has participated in drama as Young Nala in Lion King Jr., Small Alice in Alice in Wonderland Jr., Young Cosette in Les Misérables, and a feature dancer in Catch Me If You Can. Off the stage, Corinne enjoys singing in Varsity and Madrigal Choir, being involved in Journalism Insight as Editor-in-chief, spending time with friends and family, and taking daily naps. She will be studying strategic communications and journalism next fall (though she’s not sure where yet!). She’d like to thank the incredible castmates, directors and friends for the support--she couldn’t have done it without Songs for a New World

S O N G S F O R A N E W WO R L D B I O G R A P H I E S them. Corinne is beyond grateful for the memories she’s made in this program, and she hopes you enjoy the show! :) Emily Thomas Featured Soloist Senior Emily is a senior at Pewaukee High School and is so excited to end her musical season with Songs for a New World. Her first musical experiences were in middle school as Flounder in The Little Mermaid Jr. and Emily Hobbs in Elf Jr. Some of her other favorite performances were Ensemble in Les Misérables, Ensemble in The Addams Family, and a featured dancer in Catch Me If You Can. Besides being in the drama club, Emily also enjoys track and field, fencing, and hanging out with her dog. She will be going to Grand Canyon University in the fall to study nursing. She would like to thank all the directors and student directors for fighting to give the students a chance to put on a show this year. And she would also like to thank her family for always being so supportive and for coming to all her shows. Enjoy! Addyson Chapman Featured Soloist Sophomore Addyson is a sophomore at Pewaukee High School. Her musical career began in church plays as a youngster. She was also in middle school musicals: High School Musical Jr. 's, Cyndra and in Mary Poppins Jr. as a dancing statue. Moving into high school, she was in Catch Me If You Can as an ensemble member. She also sings with her church youth group. She was in tennis freshman year, but blew out her knee for the second time and couldn’t finish the season. After all of this, she is no longer in sports but uses that energy to do the musical and is beyond excited to once again be performing Songs for a New World as her role in the quartet! Kyle Powers Featured Soloist Senior Kyle is a senior at Pewaukee High School and this his 6th and final show, his first as a featured soloist. Beforehand, he worked as part of the tech crew for Les Misérables, Laughing Stock, The Addams Family, She Kills Monsters, and Catch Me If You Can. Outside of 10

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drama, he is part of Madrigal Choir and creates his own music during his free time, and he is considering music as a possible career choice. Although the circumstances for this year’s musical has proven difficult for all, he would like to thank Ms. Stingle, Mrs. Bengs, Mr. Sevens, and Ms. Majeskie for such an opportunity to act this year. Keegan Rice Featured Soloist Senior Keegan is a senior at PHS and has been in several drama productions including characters such as Mufasa (in Lion King Jr.) and The Mad Hatter (in Alice in Wonderland Jr.). We have all overcome so much this year, and he is thrilled to be returning to some normalcy with this performance, as it is something he loves to do. Please enjoy the show! Hailey Maynard Ensemble Member Junior Hailey is a junior and is excited to present her third production at PHS. Her first musical experiences were in middle school as Rose in Alice in Wonderland Jr. and Ancestor Yun in Mulan Jr. Since then, she has been in the ensemble for both The Addams Family and Catch Me If You Can. Outside of drama, she likes to write and spend time with her friends. Hailey wants to thank her friends and family for encouraging her throughout her drama experience, and her directors for making such an amazing show happen amidst these crazy times. Kylie Hengstenberg Ensemble Member Student Vocal Director Senior Kylie is a senior and is preparing to attend either UW-Madison or UW-Stevens Point for a Masters Degree in Music Education and a minor in Theater Administration. Since her first appearance on stage in 2008, The Wizard of Oz, some notable musicals she has been a part of have been are The Addams Family and Les Misérables here at PHS. In addition to performing in musicals, she student-directed three other musicals. As a musician, she loves singing with Varsity Choir, Treble Choir, Mixed Choir, and studies voice with Ryan Cappleman. She would like to thank her family for

S O N G S F O R A N E W WO R L D B I O G R A P H I E S continuously supporting her throughout high school by attending all of her performances. She would also like to thank her Aunt Becca and Uncle Matt for their love and support. Most notably, she is thankful for the directors for helping her become the best leader and actor she can be. Mia Bolyard Ensemble Member Student Director/Publicity Manager/Props Manager Senior Mia is a senior and thrilled to end her final drama season at PHS with Songs for a New World. She’s had a great time through it all. She thinks the freedom of SFANW has been a fun creative outlet this year. She has had fun being involved in the show more than in years past, and as sad as this ending is, there’s a new beginning right around the corner. Megan Brown Ensemble Member Senior Megan is a senior at PHS and is thrilled to be in this year’s production of Songs for a New World. Megan has been a part of drama since middle school and has tremendously enjoyed being a part of every show. Her favorites include: Catch Me If You Can and The Addams Family. After she graduates she plans to attend UW-Whitewater for a degree in secondary english education, but she is also planning on continuing in the theatre program in college. Megan also enjoys being a member of Varsity choir along with spending time with family and friends. She would like to give special thanks to her whole family for supporting her along the way and she would also like to thank all of the directors that made these past years absolutely incredible. Heather Sunderlage Ensemble Member Asst. Costume Manager Junior Heather is a junior and is very happy to have the opportunity to still perform this year. She has been an avid actor ever since first grade, and also enjoys art and singing in Varsity and Madrigal choir. Recent roles of hers include Mushu in Mulan Jr., Cheryl Oakes in Laughing Stock, Narrator in She Kills Monsters, Mrs. Peacock in Clue: Stay-At-Home, and ensemble

in the past two musicals. She would like to say thanks to her friends and family for always being supportive, as well as, a bittersweet goodbye to all the seniors who will be leaving after this year, “It's been a grand time to be able to perform with all of you; you all have made lasting memories that will exist in my mind for decades. I don’t know what we’ll do next in the drama program, but I know that it will never be the same.” Anja Reimer Ensemble Member Senior Anja is a senior and is excited to be a part of this year's musical, Songs for a New World. Anja has done drama since middle school and has enjoyed every show she’s been a part of. Drama has been a creative outlet that has helped her grow into the person she is today. Her favorite role over the years has been playing Miss Scarlet in CLUE: Stay-At-Home. She would like to thank all of her wonderful directors over the years: Mrs. Bengs, Mr. Sevens, Ms. Stingle, Mrs. Igielski, Mrs. Ter Haar, Ms. Majeskie, and Ms. Dennis. She also would like to thank her vocal coach, Ben Tajnai, and all of her friends and family that have always supported her. Although she is sad this is her last year, she is incredibly grateful for the years past in drama. Will Nysse Ensemble Member Senior Will is a senior and is very excited to put on Songs for a New World to conclude his theatre career at Pewaukee. He has been acting in shows at Pewaukee for two years and it’s sad to have to go so soon. Especially with the tough circumstances of this past year, things have been a bit more challenging, but that just makes putting on a fantastic show all the more rewarding. Aiden Loya Ensemble Member Student Director Senior Aiden wants to thank his family, and friends, Heather, Natalie, and Sophie for always supporting his drama endeavors. While this year wasn’t ideal, a great show still came out of it. Enjoy the show! Songs for a New World

S O N G S F O R A N E W WO R L D B I O G R A P H I E S Jack Babler Ensemble Member Freshman Jack is a freshman and has been involved in drama ever since he was in 4th grade, when he acted in small plays in a summer school class. He is very excited to kick off his high school theatre run with Songs for a New World and is thrilled for the eventful hippodrome years to come. Although times have been especially rough for the creative arts community during these unprecedented times, he is so thankful to the whole school, cast, and crew for persevering to make these shows happen. Jesse Mcnulty Build Manager Senior Jesse is a senior and is really excited to be working on this show with everyone. Songs for a New World is his sixth show at the high school level but he has also frequently helped with the middle school shows. This production has been a bit different for him compared to the previous years, but he is still thankful for such a fantastic show. Sofia Glenn Assistant Stage Manager Freshman Sofia, a freshman, has been doing musicals since sixth grade, but started doing tech in seventh. So far, she has been in Mary Poppins Jr., Aladdin Jr., Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Jr. and this fall’s production of Clue: Stay-atHome. She’s super excited for this show and is looking forward to the years ahead. Trinh Vo Stage Manager/Student Technical Director/ Lighting Designer/Sound Engineer Senior Trinh is a senior and she is excited to present her final show at PHS. Over the course of the past four years, Trinh has been involved in 8 high school productions along with other various shows. Trinh has worked her way to gaining every technical role available to her, acting a little bit, and even attempting to steal Mr. Sevens’ job. She would like to thank all the directors, especially Mr. Sevens for giving her the opportunity to explore all aspects of theater over the past four years. She

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hopes everyone enjoys Songs for a New World (especially her set and lighting design) and thanks everyone for coming! Aden Weier Video Production Manager Junior Aden is a junior this year and is excited to be working on his fifth show in PHS Drama. He has worked on the sets of The Addams Family, She Kills Monsters, Catch Me If You Can as as the “Hoisty Boyz” and was responsible for livestreaming the show Clue: Stay-At-Home this past fall. This year is very different but it was still a great opportunity. Enjoy the show! Sam Biely Assistant Prop Manager/Lighting Assistants Senior Sam is a senior and cannot wait to show his work in his fourth production at PHS, Songs for a New World. He would like to give a special thanks to Mr. Sevens for helping him find his drama family. Lastly, Sam gives a final thanks to his best friend Meg Bierce for always being there for him! Leonardo Desidero Pit Band/Percussion Senior Leo is a senior and this year is his final performance with the PHS pit band. He has participated in the pit band for 4 years, playing a mix of auxiliary percussion and drum set throughout. Outside of playing in the pit, he studies jazz with the Milwaukee Youth Symphony orchestra and attends private drum lessons. Additionally, he is working hard on his vertical jump height (his “vert”) to secure a spot on Carroll University’s intramural basketball team. Enjoy the show! Michael Trotier Pit Band/Percussion Senior Michael is a senior and is performing his final year in the pit band. He has participated in the band since freshman year and has played a different instrument for each musical: French horn in Les Misérables, electric guitar in The Addams Family, trombone in Catch Me If You Can, and finally, percussion in Songs for a New World. With his primary instrument being the

S O N G S F O R A N E W WO R L D B I O G R A P H I E S french horn, one of his most favorite hobbies is learning new instruments and is constantly looking for new ways to diversify his musical abilities. Michael would like to thank his family and peers for their musical influence and inspiration on him, and to Mrs. Mitchell for an amazing four years in the pit. Meg Elyse Bierce Pit Band/Flute Senior Meg is a senior and will be participating in her final show at PHS. She is usually on-stage for the fall play season, her favorite role being Tilly in She Kills Monsters, but prefers to spend the spring season in the pit. She has been playing in pit since her sophomore year. Meg has been involved in music her entire life-- she plays three other instruments beside flute-and is thrilled to be able to be part of such a powerful show. Luke Tackett Pit Band/Alto Saxophone and Clarinet Senior Luke has been playing the saxophone since 5th grade and has now expanded his musical range to multiple other woodwind instruments and beyond. He is appreciative to be in the pit band this year, since it will be his last time playing in it as a high schooler, and he'll be playing alto saxophone and doubling on clarinet for this musical. Jack Howard Pit Band/Tenor Saxophone Senior Jack has enjoyed playing the saxophone since 6th grade and loves to play his tenor saxophone, especially in pit band. Jack has been in the pit band for the past two musicals and will miss playing in the pit. Lastly, Jack would like to thank his parents and grandma for supporting his musical interests. Jeremy Skoug Pit Band/Alto Saxophone Senior Jeremy is a senior and is returning this drama season to play the alto saxophone in this production’s pit band. He has played in the pit band in past high school musicals here at PHS, but also enjoys playing on the high school’s football team and in the marching

band as well. He hopes you enjoy Songs for a New World! Evan Coursin Pit Band Trombone Senior This will be Evan’s third and final time playing in the pit. Having played in both The Addams Family and Catch Me If You Can, he’s very glad to have one final show to play some fun yet challenging music. Enjoy! Rachel Peterson Pit Band/Trumpet Senior Rachel is a senior at Pewaukee High School, and is glad to have had the chance to be in the pit band this year. She joined pit last year, and had a blast performing in Catch Me If You Can. Finding out that there was going to be a musical this year was a relief for her to hear. The music is a fun challenge and definitely keeps the audience on the edge of their seats! Drew Fox Pit Band/Trumpet Senior Drew is a senior and is finishing off his years in pit band with Songs for a New World. Outside of the pit band, he enjoys playing tennis and trumpet in the marching band. Although playing alto saxophone in the past, he has transitioned to his new favorite instrument, the trumpet, which he is playing in this year’s pit band. He would like to thank all of the directors, especially Mrs. Mitchell, for all of the fun times in drama. Hailey Alsteen Tech Crew Sophomore Former Actress This is Hailey’s first year in Tech Crew at Pewaukee High School. She has had small roles in Mary Poppins Jr. as Katie Nanna, Willy Wonka Jr. as an Oompa Loompa and squirrel, and Mulan Jr. as a Hun soldier. This year, she joined the tech crew to be part of the full experience of drama. Additionally, she is a member of the Sparkle Crew and loved performing at basketball games, football games, and competitions. She would like to give a special thanks to Mr. Sevens because Songs for a New World

S O N G S F O R A N E W WO R L D B I O G R A P H I E S she has enjoyed having Mr. Sevens as a leader in tech crew this year, so thanks to Mr. Sevens for letting her help build the sets for Songs for a New World. Braden Behlke Tech Crew Junior Braden is very excited to be a part of the tech crew in this production of Songs for a New World. As a junior, he is thankful to have one more year to participate in the drama program, as it has been a very rewarding experience overall. He would like to thank Mr. Sevens for being a wonderful director and role model to all of his students. William Bolyard Tech Crew Freshman This is William’s first year as a member of the drama production. He has dipped into acting as Grandpa Joe in Willy Wonka Jr. at Asa Clark Middle School. This year, he is in the tech crew to understand all aspects of theater. Building the set from nothing was a really interesting experience for him. William hopes you enjoy the show as everyone has worked very hard. Elizabeth Ehlert Tech Crew Junior After spending a year in the world of acting (and learning to fly) as Kelly and a Wraith in She Kills Monsters and Ensemble in Catch Me If You Can, Elizabeth is both saddened and incredibly relieved to say that they are back behind the scenes. As this is their 3rd year in the high school drama department, they’ve made some amazing memories with the cast and crew of every show they’ve been a part of, and they cannot wait to cheer on the actors and pit band as they do what they do best. Everyone is going to do amazing, and Elizabeth is just as excited for you all to see it come together! Krista Longden Tech Crew Freshman Krista has been engaging in tech crew since seventh grade, but was also an actor in Mary Poppins Jr. during middle school. She is super excited to continue on in tech in the future 14

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and for you to see how Songs for a New World turns out. Enjoy the show! Alyssa Nerdahl Tech Crew Freshman Alyssa is a freshman and Songs for a New World is Alyssa’s first show here at PHS. Tech crew is a rewarding experience and Alyssa can’t wait to see what the years to come have to offer. Thank you all for coming and please enjoy the show! Joe Rittmeyer Tech Crew Senior Joe has been working in the tech crew since freshman year for every musical and 2 plays in his high school career. Starting as a freshman was difficult at times, but as a senior, he’s happy to teach and help the current freshman as others helped him. He intends on carrying all of the skills gained through building, painting, and running the set pieces with him throughout college and his entire life. He would like to give Mr. Sevens a huge shoutout for helping and engaging him in drama throughout these 4 years as a tech member, and his sister for inspiring him to be in drama. CJ Sherman Tech Crew Senior CJ is a senior who in the past was an actor, performing in shows such as The Addams Family, Les Miserables, She Kills Monsters and many other productions. This year she's decided to take a new route and join the tech crew. Although she's relatively new to this side of a production she is thrilled to do this in her final year of high school. She has enjoyed learning new things and exploring new side things and discovering that she loves both acting and building. Eden Skoug Tech Crew Freshman Eden is proud to participate in their first musical as a high schooler with such a great group of people. They worked in the tech crew in the Willy Wonka Jr. in middle school. Eden is especially proud of their crewmates’ hard work in this production. They have had a lot of fun

S O N G S F O R A N E W WO R L D B I O G R A P H I E S with the tech crew this year and hope to be a part of more productions in the future. Grace Strebe Camera Operator Tech Crew Senior Grace is a senior at Pewaukee High School and is very excited to be a part of tech crew once again for her fourth show at PHS. Being a part of the musicals has been a fantastic highlight of her high school career, and copious amounts of painting for tech crew has brought her many great memories. Grace would like to thank everyone who has supported PHS Drama, as well as Mr. Sevens and all the wonderful people she has met through drama, and hopes everyone enjoys the show! Lauren Vollmer Camera Operator Tech Crew Senior Lauren Vollmer is a senior at Pewaukee High School and is thrilled to be helping in tech for her fourth and final show. Participating in the past three shows has brought her endless amounts of memories and experiences that she will remember for years to come. Lauren would like to thank Mr. Sevens for being such an awesome leader, her family for all of their support, Trinh Vo for being a hardworking genius, and Grace Strebe for putting up with her in the paint room! She hopes you enjoy the show!

Ethan Warbleton Tech Crew Senior Ethan is a senior at Pewaukee High School, and is excited to be working on the musical this year. Over the past year he’s been in the tech crew learning new technology to help put even more detail into the shows. He’d like to thank Mr. Sevens for letting him spend so much time toying around with lasers and encouraging him to always learn. Casey Westphal Tech Crew Freshman Casey has done theater his whole life and is excited to try out the tech crew experience. He is a freshman this year and has never done tech before, and he has had a wonderful experience thus far. Casey would like to thank his big sister for driving him places and his parents for always supporting him. He is grateful for this experience and hopes you all enjoy the show!

SPECIAL THANKS Brian Sniff Paul Bursi Jeff Behrens Brenton Roberts Danielle Bosanec Mike Cady and all PSD administrators for their continued support for our program. Jamie Allard for her support throughout the production. The students for their understanding and professionalism in navigating the many challenges of engaging in performing arts during this unique time. Songs for a New World

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