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PIUS XI HIGH SCHOOL PROUDLY PRESENTS

PERFORMED AT THE HISTORIC PABST THEATER

MARCH 25–27, 2011

Hairspray

Book by Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan Music and Lyrics by Marc Shaiman - Lyrics by Scott Wittman Presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials supplied by: Music Theatre International 421 West 54th Street New York, NY 10010 Pius XI High School 1

PRODUCTION NOTES The definition of an ideal play in the Renaissance Period was said to be a play that “teaches delightfully.” This is certainly true of our production of “Hairspray.”

The colorful sets and costumes, the toe-tapping rhythms of the songs and the outrageous characters convey a mood of frivolity while teaching the important messages of tolerance, acceptance and reinforcing our school’s Franciscan value of honoring the individual.

We are proud to say that the cast of “Hairspray” is a reflection of the community that we call Pius XI High School. In our cast we have student basketball players, track team members, golf team players and Forensics champions. On the stage this evening will be seasoned veterans singing and dancing side by side with firsttime performers, not the least of which is our own Mr. Terry Mank: veteran Pius XI teacher, Department Chair and Coach, but a “rookie” performer in this production. Joining Mr. Mank in the “adult” roles are Mr. Jonathan West from the Sunset Playhouse in Elm Grove, and Ms. Ericka Wade, a highly accomplished Milwaukee performer. All three of these adults were valuable teachers and mentors for our students throughout the entire process of this show.

We hope that this evening’s performance is both delightful and entertaining for you, our wonderful audience. We also hope that “Hairspray” reminds you that these productions in the beautiful Pabst Theater strive to teach our students the value of hard work, discipline, team work, and the value of celebrating the gifts of each individual. Some day, we look forward to mounting these productions in our very own Performing Arts Center, but until that day when we can walk into the “front door” of our own PAC……

You can’t stop the beat…….

MUSICAL NUMBERS Act 1 Good Morning Baltimore..............................................................................Tracy & Company The Nicest Kids In Town.................................................................. Corny Collins & Company Mama, I’m A Big Girl Now............................................................... Edna, Tracy, Prudy, Penny,

Velma, Amber & Company I Can Hear the Bells..........................................................................................Tracy & Company Miss Baltimore Crabs............................................................................................................. Velma The Nicest Kids in Town (Reprise)............................................... Corny Collins & Company It Takes Two......................................................................................................... Link, Tracy & Men Velma’s Revenge..................................................................................................................... Velma Welcome To The 60s............................................................................ Tracy, Edna & Company Hear The Bells (Reprise)............................................................................................................ Link Run And Tell That................................................................. Seaweed, Little Inez & Company Big, Blonde & Beautiful.........................Motormouth Maybelle, Tracy, Edna & Company There will be one 15- minute intermission between Acts.

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MUSICAL NUMBERS Act 2 The Big Doll House..............................................................................................................Women Doll House Playoff........................................................................................Matron & Company Good Morning Baltimore (Reprise).................................................................................... Tracy You’re Timeless To Me............................................................................................Edna & Wilbur Timeless (Reprise)....................................................................................................Edna & Wilbur Without Love.......................................................... Tracy, Link, Penny, Seaweed & Company Without Love Playoff.................................................................................................... Dynamites I Know Where I’ve Been...............................................Motormouth Maybelle & Company (It’s) Hairspray.................................................................................... Corny Collins & Company Cooties..............................................................................................Amber & Council Members You Can’t Stop The Beat (Part 1)................................................................................. Company You Can’t Stop The Beat (Part 2)................................................................................. Company

CAST LIST Tracy Turnblad.................................................................................................................Eva Stokes Corny Collins................................................................................................................Neil Mitchell Edna.................................................................................................................... Mr. Jonathan West Penny Pingleton......................................................................................................... Abby Herold Velma Von Tussle....................................................................................................Sammy Lieven Amber Von Tussle.......................................................................................................Haley Haupt Link Larkin.....................................................................................................................Roc Bauman Seaweed Stubbs.................................................................................. Romond Buggs-Barnett Little Inez............................................................................................................Olivia Hammernik Motormouth Maybelle...................................................................................... Ms. Ericka Wade Wilbur Turnblad......................................................................................................Mr. Terry Mank Prudy Pingleton....................................................................................................... Becky Skrobis Mr. Pinky...................................................................................................................... Ryan Castelaz Principal............................................................................................ Samuel Fitzwater-Butchart Gym Teacher................................................................................................. Mary Caroline Tilton Harriman F. Spritzer........................................................................................................Alex Spors Matron......................................................................................................................... Erin Oberdorf Gilbert................................................................................................................Justin Daniel Sykes Stooie............................................................................................................ Christon Sykes-Smith Cindy Watkins....................................................................................................... Danielle Moody Lorraine...................................................................................................................... Lauren Ashley Duane...............................................................................................Armando Juan Carlos Saafir Guard........................................................................................................................Russell Mendez COUNCIL MEMBERS Tammy...............................................................................................................................Chloe Stirn Brad...............................................................................................................................James Lieven Fender........................................................................................................... Ray Bielawski-Scholz Brenda.....................................................................................................................Adeline Celenza Sketch.............................................................................................................................Joey Chelius Shelly........................................................................................................................Jacquie Haertel IQ......................................................................................................................................Francis Klein Lou Ann...........................................................................................................................Angi Smolik Pius XI High School 3

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THE DYNAMITES Alexandra Sobczak Amelia Acompanado Becky Vaclav Brianna Prescott Danielle Moody Ingrid Sievers

DANCE CORPS Melissa Theisen Carly Docter Torie Ganter Stephanie Mercado

ENSEMBLE Aliya Zouine Kelli Ann Huber Annie Barrett Morgan Sparks Jasmine Weaver

Drew Shields Sam Skogstad Joe Gallo Brock Burczyk Nick Derus

Mr. Jonathan West appears courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association.

S T U D E N T D I R E C TO R S Caylee Griffin – Senior (Student Director) In addition to her work behind the scenes on Stage Crew for Titanic, Caylee is also an active member of Advanced Treble Choir, Hands Against Hate, Performing Arts Society and Art Club. She notes “I love the excitement, chaos and energy put into each performance - the beauty of each unique personality and watching them all come together.” Caylee plans to attend Cardinal Stritch University and major in Geriatric Psychology.

Estée Tanel O’Connor – Junior (Student Director) Making her directing debut with this show and immersed in music and theater, Estée has been involved in numer-

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ous community and Pius XI produced musicals, concerts and plays; most recently in The Crucible and The Importance of Being Earnest. She is thrilled working with such a wonderful cast.

Erin Poulos – Junior (Student Director) “I’m excited to Student Direct another show and be part of such a talented and diverse cast. It’ such a great experience to get to know the actors - and the play itself from front to back.” A member of Symphonic Band, Tri-M Music Honors Society, Performing Arts Society, Hands Against Hate and the Art Club, Erin has been part of Stage Crew and involved in almost all Pius XI productions.

S TAG E C R E W 2 010 - 2 011 Listed by row starting with bottom left: (row one) Danielle Sulk, Angie Cunnington, Rayna Chucka, Joana DeLira, Abigail Griffin (row two) Alexander Hazen, Adrianna Gilgenbach, Sam Butchart, Alexia Kiram, Emily Watters (row three) Erin Poulos, Dylan Ljujic, Collin Stoltz, Mary Holz, Brian Skupien,(row four) Eamonn Higgins, Jonathan Huckaba, John Webber(Not Pictured) John Buhr, Elle Coon, James Donohoe, Kira Gaudynski Caylee Griffin, Courtney Kratochvil, Stacy Loukanis, James Manske Estée O’Connor, Brian Pederson, Thomas J Pipines, Dan Potter, Fiona Powell Amber Schalk, Rebecca Sottile, Ashleigh Vertelka, Ellen Wood P R O D U C T I O N S TA F F Director.................................................................................................................... Kevin Schwartz Musical Director...................................................................................................... Bonnie Scholz Pit Orchestra Director ................................................................................................... Tim Karth Set Design......................................................................................................... Rick A. Rasmussen Lighting Design................................................................................................... Andrew Meyers Costume/Make-up Designer..................................................................Judith Tucker-Snider Choreographer.......................................................................................................... Debbie Berry Principle Wig Designer....................................................................................... Erica Cartledge Costume Supervisors...................................................... Angela Maynard & Bobby Sharon Edna Craftsperson.................................................................................................. Bobby Sharon Prop Coordinator...................................................................................................... Ben Komistra Student Directors............................................ Erin Poulus, Caylee Griffin, Estée O’Connor Assistant Musical Director....................................................................................Michelle Klotz Sound Engineer............................................................................................................Matt Wobst Sound Design................................................................................ Professional Audio Designs Video Design....................................................................................................................Erica Motz Technical Director..................................................................................................... Terry Harvey Stage Crew Coordinator................................................................................ Jeanne Lindstadt Set Construction................................................................................ Terry Harvey/Stage Crew Set Painting Supervisor.................................................................................. Andrea Toussaint Program Content and Poster Design................................................................ Donna Bailey Photography..................................................................................................Terry Clark Bauman Lobby Boards............................................................................................................... Marly Gisser Publicity.........................................................................Brian Meehan, Todd Fabos, Celtic Inc. Flash Mob...............................................................................Andrew Wiech, Comet Branding Flash Mob Instructor....................................................................................................Chloe Stirn Pius XI High School 5

Not Pictured: Risha Rathore PIT ORCHESTR A Tim Karth.............................................................................................................. Orchestra Pit Director Drum Set................................................................................................................................... Luke Rivard Auxiliary Percussion...................................................................................................... Andrew Cesarz Electric Guitar I...........................................................................................................Jason Skowronski Electric Guitar II.....................................................................................................................Robert Earle Bass Guitar.......................................................................................................................Mr. Bill Drimmel Elec. Piano/Keyboard I........................................................................................... Mrs. Michelle Klotz Elec. Piano/Keyboard II..............................................................................................Ms. Addy Stoiber Trumpet................................................................................................................................Mr. John Rose Trombone..........................................................................................................................Mr. Randy Hake Alto Saxophone, Aux. Percussion...................................................................................Aubrey Klein Tenor Saxophone, Baritone Saxophone, Flute..........................................................Rachel Bubik Tenor Saxophone, Flute .......................................................................................................... Katie Ley Violins................................................................................................ Risha Rathore & Bridget Anshus

BIOGR APHIES Amelia Acompanado – Sophomore (Dynamite) Amelia will be making her theatrical debut with this performance.

A Pius XI Ambassador, member of Varsity Track and Field, JV Basketball, JV Volleyball, Advanced Treble Choir and Ladies in Waiting, Amelia says, “Singing challenging music and being able to share it with everyone excites me about this play. I really love the era of this show and am thrilled to be part of a Pius XI production!”

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Lauren Ashley – Freshman (Lorraine) Lauren loved the movie Hairspray and was very excited to learn that Pius XI would be producing it this year. A member of the JV Pom Pon Squad, Lauren likes participating in theater because,“I thought it would be fun and I wanted to meet new people.” She will be making her debut with this production.

Annie Barrett – Junior (Ensemble) Last seen in The Crucible, Annie is a member of Key Club, National Honor Society, Year Book, Student

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Forum, Student Senate and is also a Pius XI Student Ambassador. “I am so glad to be a part of a Pius XI musical. I love the upbeat music and attitude!”

Roc Bauman – Senior (Link Larkin) Grease, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Honk!

Jr., Beauty and the Beast, Working, Titanic, The Crucible, three dance shows and Madrigal Dinner round out Roc’s theater experience at Pius XI. He is a member of ComedySportz, Concert Choir and Madrigals. Roc says, “I am excited about this play because of the quick up-tempo 1960 style dancing.” Next fall, Roc plans on attending UW-Milwaukee where he will major in Performing Arts.

Ray Bielawski-Scholz – Senior (Fender) You might remember Ray from Madrigal Dinner. He is a member of the Varsity Golf Team, Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Hands Against Hate Club and Performing Arts Society.“I am excited for my first chance doing this kind of thing.” While undecided where he will be attending college, Ray plans to major in Business/Golf Management.

Romond BuggsBarnett – Sophomore (Seaweed Stubbs) Romond is excited to be in his first play. A Pius XI Student Ambassador, member of Multicultural Club and the Drill Team, Romond thinks the music is fun to listen to. When asked what else he liked about the play, he said, “My peers -- and the whole positive attitude around me. I also really like to sing and dance.”

Brock Burczyk – Junior (Ensemble) “I like playing characters that are completely different from whom I am. A flashy and flamboyant clothing assistant is

one of those roles,” said Brock. A member of Student Forum, National Honor Society, Scope, Concert Choir, Madrigals, ComedySportz and a Pius XI Student Ambassador, Brock’s acting credits include Honk! Jr., Beauty and the Beast, Titanic, The Crucible and Collaborations.

Ryan Castelaz – Senior (Mr. Pinky) “I really like the flamboyancy of Mr. Pinky – and I love being someone else for a while,” says Ryan. Last seen in Titanic, Beauty and the Beast, Honk! Jr., Working, Grease, Student Play Festival, Collaborations and Bodies in Motion, Ryan is a member of Madrigals, Concert Choir, Student Activities Council, Human Right Coalition, Academic Decathlon, French Club, Performing Arts Society, ComedySportz and is the president of Tri-M Music Honors Society. He plans to attend college in the fall where he will double major in Opera Performance and Music Education.

Adeline Celenza – Senior (Council Member-Brenda) Recently seen in The Crucible, Adeline is a member of the Recycling Club and French Club. She really enjoys the high energy and teamwork of this show. Adeline hopes to attend Hunter College in New York City next fall.

Joey Chelius – Freshman (Council Member-Sketch) Joey began performing at Pius XI through the Performing Arts Academy as a participant in the Summer Musical Theater workshop. Last seen in The Secret Garden, Joey is a member of Jazz Lab, Mixed Choir, Forensics, Performing Arts Society, Track, Cross Country and is also a Pius XI Student Ambassador.“I love the ability to be someone else. I like working with new goals, time periods, dialects and cultures.

I’ve always loved 60s pop and television so Hairspray is right down my alley.”

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Nick Derus – Sophomore (Ensemble) Nick likes theater because it is fun, cool – and it lets him express himself. He really likes the music of this show.

A member of Performing Arts Society, Nick’s performing credits include Titanic and Collaboration.

Carly Docter – Senior (Dance Corps) Captain of the Pom Pon Squad, Yearbook Editor, Kairos Senior Retreat Leader, a member of the National Honor Society and the Performing Arts Society, Carly notes, “I am thrilled to be able to apply my love for dance in a different way. Being in Hairspray has given me a new perspective on dance, while also involving singing and acting.” She has performed in all the Pius XI Dance Shows and Student Play Festival.

She plans on attending college in the fall where she will major in Pre-Pharmacy.

Samuel FitzwaterButchart – Senior (Principal) Samuel’s acting credits include Grease, Beauty and the Beast, Working, Titanic, The Crucible, Student Play Festival and Madrigal Dinner. He is a member of Concert Choir, Madrigals, Stage Crew and is an student intern with the Pius XI Information Technology Department. Sam recently performed in his first professional show The Hostage at Carte Blanche Studios in Milwaukee. He plans on attending UW-Parkside where he will major in Sound Design.

Joe Gallo – Sophomore (Ensemble) Last seen in Titanic and The Crucible, Joe is a member of Symphonic Band, Concert Choir, Madrigals, Tri-M Music Honors Society, Hands Against Hate, Ultimate Frisbee Club, JV Baseball and Forensics.“I am excited about the jumpy, bouncy songs of the 60s!”

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Torie Ganter – Senior (Dance Corps) Torie plans on attending UW-Milwaukee in the fall where she will major in Dance. This will be her first Pius XI production and when asked what excites her most about this show, she responded, “The time that the play is set in – I would have loved to be part of the 60s!”

Jacquie Haertel – Junior (Council Member-Shelly) “I love being on stage and in front of people.

I can feel God’s presence when I perform – and that’s what I look for during every performance,” said Jacquie. Her previous acting experience includes Honk! Jr., Titanic, The Crucible and After Image and Bodies in Motion Dance Shows. She is a member of Concert Choir, Madrigals, Vocal Jazz, National Honor Society, Thespian Society and Hands Against Hate.

Olivia Hammernik – Sophomore (Little Inez) A recent transfer to Pius XI, Olivia will be making her Pius XI debut with this production – although she has performed quite a bit with First Stage Theatre. A member of the Cross Country and Track and Field Teams, Olivia notes, “What excites me about his play is that I really like how unique and lively the characters are. I love participating in theater because I like how it lets you be someone else for a while. I also like the people that you get to meet, and that you make really good friends that are into the same thing that you are.”

Haley Haupt – Junior (Amber Von Tussle) Seen last spring in Titanic, Haley is a member of Concert Choir, Ladies in Waiting, Vocal Jazz, Student Activities

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Council, National Honor Society and Tri-M Music Honors Society. Hailey says, “Hairspray brings all sorts of people together to perform a truly unique show – and I’m pumped to be playing the spoiled brat!”

Abby Herold – Senior (Penny Pingleton) “Penny is a super-fun character to play! I like portraying a character who openly demonstrates that love is colorblind and that she is willing to be part of a revolution.” Abby’s acting credits include Titanic, Honk! Jr., Student Play Festival, Jolt Theater and Madrigal Dinner. She is a member of concert Choir, Madrigals, Women’s Vocal Jazz, captain of ComedySportz, vice-president of Performing Arts Society and is also a Scope editor. While undecided where she will be attending college, Abby plans to major in Musical Theater.

Kelli Ann Huber – Senior (Ensemble) Familiar with both sides of the curtain, Kelli Ann’s acting experience includes Grease, The Crucible and Titanic.

She worked backstage for Beauty and the Beast and Sons for Leaving. She even directed a play in Collaborations. She is a statistician for the Varsity Volleyball Team and is a member of National Honor Society, Hands Against Hate, Concert Choir, Madrigals and is also a Pius XI Student Ambassador. Kelli Ann says, “The music is wild and fun and I am with a lot of my friends.” She plans on attending UMTwin Cities where she will major in Music Therapy as Pre-Med. Francis Klein – Junior (Council Member-IQ) Active on the Pius XI performing arts stage, Francis has appeared in An Enemy of the People, Beauty and the Beast, Collaborations, Titanic, Madrigal Dinner and the Student Play Festival. He is also active in Concert Choir, National Honor Society, Christian Ministry and Pius XI Student Ambassa-

dors. “Hairspray is fun and energetic” and it’s “exciting because it offers so many opportunities to express yourself!”

James Lieven – Sophomore (Council Member-Brad) James made his Pius XI theatrical debut last spring in Titanic.

He is a member of the Tennis and Volleyball teams, Tri-M Honors Music Society and Concert Choir. When asked what excites him about this play, James says, “I am excited to perform the music and work with talented people.”

Sammy Lieven – Junior (Velma Von Tussle) Sammy says “I love that in this play everyone’s face hurts from smiling so much. I love the upbeat songs and the crazy dance moves! I like participating in theater because it’s a chance to be someone you’ve never dreamed of being.”

Last seen in Titanic, she is also a member of the Volleyball and Softball teams, Tri-M Honors Music Society, Pius XI Student Ambassadors, Concert Choir, Madrigals and Orchestra.

Mr. Terry Mank (Wilbur Turnblad) Terry Mank entered the hallowed halls of Pius XI High School as a nervous freshman back in 1964. Except for a 4-year break for college, he never left! As he completes his 38th year of service to Pius XI he writes, “I am excited to be making my first stage appearance (as my acting will surely show!) I have always wanted to perform in a play. It’s on my Bucket List!!

But seriously, I have really enjoyed this experience. Learning alongside these hardworking young people has been nothing short of amazing.”

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Russell Mendez – Junior (Guard) Russell has previously appeared in Waiting for Godot, and the Student Play Festival. A Pius XI Student Ambassador and tutor, he is also a member of the Performing Arts Society and Recycling Club. He says “I like to be in musicals, even though I cannot sing.”

Stephanie Mercado – Junior (Dance Corps) Stephanie will be making her acting debut in Hairspray, but she has previously appeared on the Pius XI stage performing in the Dance Shows. A Pius XI tutor, she is also a member of the Track team, National Honor Society, Multicultural Club, the Milwaukee Ballet, and Duke Roufus Kickboxing. Stephanie is excited by “the style of dancing this era had - the high energy and the diversity of the cast. I enjoy theater because it’s a totally different environment and has opened my eyes to a variety of extremely talented people.”

Neil Mitchell – Senior (Corny Collins) Previously seen in Thoroughly Modern Millie, Titanic and Madrigal Dinner, Neil was the captain of the Varsity Volleyball team, and is an active member of Stop and Think, Madrigals, and Student Activities Council.

He is excited about Hairspray because “it is so up-beat and full of colorful, exciting moments. I participate in theater because of the bond you form with classmates and because it gives one a chance to step out of their comfort zone and enjoy it.” Neil plans to attend McGill University in Montreal, Canada next year where he will major in Nutrition and Health Sciences.

Danielle Moody – Freshman (Cindy Watkins/Dynamite) While this will be Danielle’s debut stage performance, she has been active as part of the Soccer and 10 Pius XI High School

Cross Country teams, the Pom Pon Squad, Student Forum, Writer’s Club and Pius XI Student Ambassadors. “I love transforming into different characters while acting.

Dance is also a passion.”

Erin Oberdorf – Sophomore (Matron) “I love singing, acting and dancing, and this show offers me all of those. I love theater because I love performing for other people. I enjoy sharing the gifts God has given me with others.” Previously seen in Secret Garden, After Image Dance Show and the Student Play Festival, Erin is also active in Advanced Treble Choir, Glencastle Irish Dancers and Performing Arts Society.

Brianna Prescott – Junior (Dynamite) This is Brianna’s first performance in a Pius XI theater production, but she has been seen on stage in dance shows. She is active with the Pius XI Varsity Pom Pon Squad, Soccer team and North Shore Dance Studio. She notes “the thing that excites me about this play is the diversity of the era the musical was set in and all of the dancing involved.”

Armando Juan Carlos Saafir – Junior (Duane) As a recent transfer from Marquette High School, this is Armando’s debut performance at Pius XI, and he is particularly excited to participate in a school activity that includes girls. He states: “I’m excited for this play because I’m new to the school and I wanted to get to know some new people. I’ve never acted on stage before or done any kind of professional choreography or music, so it’s a really cool first experience for me.

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Drew Shields – Junior (Ensemble) While this is Drew’s first stage performance at Pius XI, he has been very active in the visual arts program, earning five state scholastic art awards and a silver national award. He also is a member of the Cross Country and Track teams. He notes: “I thought it would be cool to get out of my comfort zone. And it has! I got to meet a ton of new people.”

Ingrid Sievers – Senior (Dynamite) Ingrid is very excited to be putting her Drill Team dance skills to good use in this production. A member of Student Forum and making her theatrical debut, Ingrid decided to audition because ‘I have always loved musicals and thought I should really try out for one!” She will be attending St. Norbert College next fall where she hopes to major in Religious Studies or Communications.

Sam Skogstad – Freshman (Ensemble) This will be Sam’s first Pius XI production. “I’m excited that I was given the privilege of being in Hairspray. I like participating in theater because it really is a fun world to be a part of – you can express yourself freely,” says Sam. He is a member of Mixed Choir, Performing Arts Society and is a Pius XI Student Ambassador.

Becky Skrobis – Senior (Prudy Pingleton) Becky is excited to be working with Kevin for the first time – that - and, “I’ve never played such an insane character so different from myself! It is a great way to end my high school career!”

Previously seen in Waiting for Godot and Thoroughly Modern Millie, Becky is a mem-

ber of Vocal Jazz, Concert Choir and plays on both the Tennis and Softball teams.

She will be attending college next fall where she plans to major in Communication Arts and minor in Photography.

Angi Smolik – Sophomore (Council Member-Lou Ann) “When I first saw Hairspray, it inspired me to so what I love to do and not worry about my appearance.

It makes me jump out of my seat and dance!!” A member of Tri-M Music Honor Society, Hands Against Hate, Advanced Treble Choir, Ladies in Waiting, Thespian Society, Performing Arts Society and a Pius XI Student Ambassador, Angi’s theater experience includes The Secret Garden, Titanic, Student Play Festival and After Image Dance Show.

Alexandra Sobczak – Junior (Dynamite) Alexandra keeps herself busy! She is a member of Hands Against Hate, Tri-M Music Honors Society, Performing Arts Society, Student Forum and is also a Pius XI Student Ambassador. Her acting credits include Honk! Jr., Titanic, The Crucible, Jolt Theater and the Collaborations and After Image Dance Shows. What excites Alexandra most about this show is the singing.

“This show has taught me a completely different style of singing – and my fellow Dynamites are a blast to work with!”

Morgan Sparks – Freshman (Ensemble) Morgan likes Performing Arts. Dancing.

Acting. And Singing.

A member of the Volleyball Team and Writers Club, Morgan is thrilled to be part of this production.

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Alex Spors – Junior (Harriman F. Spritzer) Alex really likes the exciting upbeat music of this show. He is a member of Concert Choir, Madrigals, String Quartet and Academic Decathlon. His Pius XI acting experience includes Titanic, Madrigal Dinner and Student Play Festival. An accomplished violin player, Alex was also in the Pit Orchestra for Beauty and the Beast.

Chloe Stirn – Junior (Council Member Tammy) Previously seen the in Beauty and the Beast, Titanic, the Student Play Festival and several dance shows, Chloe is also active in Concert Choir, Vocal Jazz, National Honor Society, Pius XI Student Ambassadors and Performing Arts Society.

She notes “I always loved the movie. It seemed like so much fun to me. I love doing theater because I love that feeling of being on stage. It’s everything I could ask for.”

Eva Stokes – Senior (Tracy Turnblad) Eva has appeared in many Pius XI stage productions, including Working, Honk! Jr., Beauty and the Beast, Titanic, Songs for a New World and Madrigal Dinner. She is very active in Concert Choir, Women’s Vocal Jazz, Madrigals, Student Activities Club, National Honor Society, Tri-M Honors Music Society, Performing Arts Society, Human Rights Coalition, Pius XI Student Ambassadors and the Thespian Society.“What excites me about this show is the fun-loving, joyful script and score. I love theater because of the collaborative work that goes into every minute.” Eva plans to attend UW Eau Claire next year and major in Vocal Music Education.

Justin Sykes – Junior (Gilbert) Justin will make his Pius XI stage debut in this production of Hairspray. He is a member of the 12 Pius XI High School

Pius XI Orchestra, playing the cello, and Concert Choir. He notes that his favorite aspects of this production are the dancing and the fun!

Christon SykesSmith – Sophomore (Stooie) Hairspray will be Christon’s first theater production at Pius XI. He is a member of the Basketball and Tennis teams and Pep Band. He particularly likes “the fact that I talk with actions instead of words.”

Melissa Theisen – Junior (Dance Corps) Says Melissa: “I love the joy of a job well done and smiling on stage. I also love performing for an audience and showing the fun side of my personality.” Hairspray will be her debut stage performance at Pius XI, however she is involved in the Pius XI Key Club and is a figure skater.

Mary Caroline Tilton – Freshman (Gym Teacher) Last seen in The Secret Garden, Mary Caroline is also active in Advanced Treble Choir, Ladies in Waiting, Percussion Ensemble, Pius XI Student Ambassadors, Performing Arts Society, International Thespian Society, the Golf Team and the Vocal Arts Academy of Milwaukee. She also writes for the Pius XI newspaper, SCOPE. Mary Caroline notes, “I am new to ‘camp’ style musicals and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this journey with my fellow cast members. I’m very thankful to have had the opportunity to participate in this fabulous show!”

Becky Vaclav – Senior (Dynamites) While Becky has appeared in Madrigal Dinner performances, she is new to the big stage. She was a captain of the Girls Swim Team, and is active in National Honor

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Society, Vocal Jazz, Scuba Club, Ladies in Waiting, Mock Trial and Key Club. She plans to attend the University of Tampa next year and major in Marine Biology.

“The boundary-breaking nature of the show makes it a perfect fit for the culture at Pius. I feel like all of us coming together will make it a great show! I also feel so blessed to have an opportunity my last year to be involved in a production of this magnitude!”

Ms. Ericka Wade – (Motormouth Maybelle) A professional actress, Ericka is well-known in the Greater Milwaukee Area. “I absolutely love this show! It has everything a theater addict could ask for – a love story, big songs, big dance numbers and a fabulous story with a beautiful message. I love participating in theater because there is so much you can learn about yourself while working to become someone else on stage. The students at Pius XI have been wonderful to work with and it’s been so refreshing and motivating!”

Jasmine Weaver – Junior (Ensemble) This will be Jasmine’s first stage performance at Pius XI. She is an active member of the Drill Team, Multicultural Club and Pius XI Student Ambassadors. She notes that both the tryout and practices have

been fun and says, “We all get along well.

I like theater because I like to entertain people and I want to become a wellknown actress.”

Mr. Jonathan West – (Edna) Jonathan hails from Wauwatosa, and although he graduated from Wauwatosa East decades ago, he has fond memories of Pius XI, mostly from trouncing their softball teams back in the late 80s.

Jonathan has been an active member of the Milwaukee performing arts community since graduating from New York University. He was co-founder and Artistic Director of Bialystock & Bloom, currently serves as managing director of the Sunset Playhouse, and is a member of the Actors Equity Association. “Many thanks to the tremendous teachers, parents and students at Pius XI for welcoming me into this super experience. I am honored to have the chance to perform alongside the amazing Pius XI students.”

Aliya Zouine – Sophomore (Ensemble) While Hairspray will be Aliya’s first theater production at Pius XI, she has been and active member of the Advanced Treble Choir. She says “I love how the music is so upbeat and exciting.”

COSTUME / M AKE-UP CREW Mary Krzyzewski Madelyn Elyse Girard Maria Jensen Erin Malone Angie Stodola Molly Sydnor Brynn Herbert Valerie Schraith Giovanna Caravello

Noelle Gilliam Anna Swinson Kate Buxbaum Catherine Cesar Lauren Smrz Allison Miller Sara Backstrom Katie McGuire Mary Lucey

Rebecca “Ré” Sottile Danielle Sulk Rachel Schulteis Joe Graf Dylan Ljujic Natalie Laughrin Alyssa Fiumefreddo

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Musical Theater and Dance Summer Course Offerings 2011

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Performing Arts Academy The goal of the Performing Arts Academy is to provide quality performing arts education to elementary and middle school students in the metro-Milwaukee area who otherwise would not have access to such programs.

The academy is comprised of a small group of dedicated Performing Arts educators who feel beholden to our founding patronesses, the School Sisters of St. Francis, who have nurtured and shaped the musical and cultural scene of southeastern Wisconsin.

In the spirit of our foundresses, it is our dream to keep their doctrine alive and flourishing in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.

For more information, contact Bonnie Scholz, Performing Arts Academy Director, at 414-290-8122 or bscholz@piusxi.org.

To view the complete Pius XI High School Summer Series Camps and Workshop offerings, or to download a registration form, visit www.piusxi.org and click on the Summer Camp button, or contact Donna Bailey, Summer Camp Director, at 414-290-8151 or dbailey@piusxi.org.

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Musical Theater This workshop is open to all girls and boys entering 5th–9th grades.

This week-long workshop allows students to work on a segment from a popular musical theater play and present their performance to an invited audience at the conclusion of the workshop on Friday. There will be both singing and non-singing roles, so everyone should feel welcome. In this workshop participants will: • Experience all aspects of Musical Theater • Become aware of the relationship between the individual actor/singer and the group • Be introduced to choreography • Perform for a live audience at conclusion of workshop The Performing Arts cademy Musical Theater Workshop is co-taught by members of the award-winning Pius XI High School Theater, Choral Music and Dance Departments.

Sessions June 13–17 9:00 AM–1:00 PM (students should bring a lunch and/or snack) All sessions, including the Friday performance at 12:00 PM, will take place in the Pius XI High School Black Box Theater.

Workshop Fee: $110 Enrollment Deadline: June 1, 2011

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Dance This workshop is open to students entering grades 8–12. Beginners and experienced dancers are equally welcome! Dancers registering for this week-long workshop will be placed in the appropriate level according to ability. Please list any previous studio dance training on the registration form. Students are required to dress in proper dance attire and footwear for this workshop. In this workshop, all levels will study the following: • Ballet Technique at barre and center work • Body placement and alignment • Pilates • Jazz Technique • Introduction to basic Hip Hop Instructors for this workshop include Debbie Berry, Director of Dance-Pius XI, Artistic Director-Dance Repertoire Dance Studio; Kristin Herlache, Instructor-Pius XI Dance Dept. and Dance Repertoire Dance Studio and Noelle Berry, Instructor and Choreographer-Dance Repertoire Dance Studio.

Sessions Session 1

June 20–24 (Mon–Fri*)

Session 2

August 8–11 (Mon–Thurs)

10:00 AM–4:00 PM 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

(*Session 1 workshop will conclude with a performance on Friday!)

Workshop Fee: Session 1 : $300 Session 2: $250 All sessions held at Pius XI High School in the Dance Studio (Room 433) Enrollment Deadline: June 1, 2011 Pius XI High School 17

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Performing Arts Donor Spotlight The Performing Arts Donor Spotlight helps to financially support opportunities for students to learn to: Develop a working understanding of the collaborative nature of group performance.

Develop a sense of their artistic potential.

Understand other points of view—social, cultural and historical through performance.

Develop a life-long relationship with and passion for the performing arts.

$1000+ Show Sponsor: Popes Circle Benefits** $500–999 Producer: Receive a voucher for 4 tickets* $250–499 Director: Receive a voucher for 2 tickets* $100–249 Stage Manager: Receive a voucher a 2nd ticket with the purchase of one* Up to $99 Crew *The Madrigal Dinner and all productions at the Pabst Theater are excluded. **If a Performing Arts Spotlight Donor gives at the $1000+ level, they will also receive Pope’s Circle benefits. The Pope’s Circle is a Pius XI High School’s Leadership Giving Society.

Gifts made to the Performing Arts Spotlight are considered to be designated to Pius XI High School. The gift amount will be credited to the Student Productions fund, which is used to directly support the expenses of mounting concert and theater events above and beyond income from ticket sales.

As a Donor Spotlight member, you will be listed at all performing arts productions for one calendar year.

To become a member of the Pius XI Performing Arts Donor Circle, complete the donation form and mail to: Pius XI High School 135 N 76th St Milwaukee, WI 53213 Attn: Ms. Cory Anshus - Institutional Advancement Please denote Performing Arts Donor Spotlight in the memo line.

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Performing Arts Donor Spotlight We proudly welcome the members of the Pius XI High School Performing Arts Donor Spotlight (Gifts received Jan 1, 2010–Jan 1, 2011) Show Sponsors ($1,000 and up) Celtic, Inc.

John Haertel '76 and Dawn Haertel

Diversey, Inc.

John Makowski and Audrey Makowski

JMB & Associates Norm and Susan Balthasar

James and Ellen Boland Leroy Herman

Producer ($500–$999) in memory of Roy Boland

Judith W. Sporka

Mary Murphy

Cecilia, Kelsey, Rita & Brian Clark

Director ($250–$499) Anonymous

Bill and Tricia Drimel

Sandra Mahkorn Jeff & Molly Schissler

Greg Young and Michele Kelley Kathleen D. Ryan

Atty. Karri L Fritz-Klaus and Mr. Tim John Stage Manager ($100–$249) in memory of Rogers Hedberg Mike and Jan Krawczyk Paul and Sarah Trotter

Anonymous

James and Julie Motz

Sarah and David Stokes

Edna and Wenzel Smetana

The Koeppel Family

Grandparents of Eva Stokes

Katie & Tom Heinen

in honor of Chloe Stirn

Paul & Molly Mikna

James Butchart and Leslie Fitzwater Michael Coffey & Maggie Broeren Crew (Up to $99) Cheryl Stokes

Del and Steve Gaveras

Joan Moss

Larry and Cindy Wavrunek

Cynthia & Stanley Dziedzic

in honor of Bryce Lord and Paula Foley Tillen

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