Sunset-Arsenic and Old Lace

PRESENTS

By Joseph Kesselring

Director Danny Esposito

Scenic Designer Andrew Sierszyn

Lighting Designer Marty Wallner

Sound Designer Jan Pritzl

Properties Mistress Erica Ziino

Stage Manager Jean Casey

Assistant Stage Manager/ Assistant Properties Mistress Veronica Quirk

September 1-4, 8-11, 14-18, 2011 in the Furlan Auditorium Sunset Playhouse 800 Elm Grove Rd. Elm Grove, WI 53122 262-782-4430 • www.sunsetplayhouse.com

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SUNSET PLAYHOUSE POLICIES ~The use of cameras, video recording equipment, and other electronic devices is strictly prohibited in the auditorium. Please turn off or silence all cell phones and pagers. Pagers can be left at the box office with your name and seat location. ~Sunset Playhouse is a smoke-free environment. There is no smoking inside the theatre. ~Latecomers will be seated in vacant seats toward the rear of the auditorium at an appropriate pause in the action. They may move to their regular seats at intermission. ~Restrooms are located in the hallway just north of the auditorium.

PRODUCTION TEA M Director....................................................................................................................Daniel Esposito Scenic Designer................................................................................................. Andrew Sierszyn Lighting Designer...................................................................................................Marty Wallner Sound Designer.................................................................................................................Jan Pritzl Stage Manager...............................................................................................................Jean Casey Properties Mistress........................................................................................................Erica Ziino Assistant Stage Manager/Assistant Props Mistress................................... Veronica Quirk Scene Shop Coordinator.............................................................................................Pat Westen C A S T O F C H A R AC T E R S ( i n

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Scott Bahr......................................................................................................... Mortimer Brewster Kay Esposito............................................................................................................ Abby Brewster Victoria Heckman...............................................................................................Martha Brewster Bill Hitt............................................................................................................................ Officer Klein Andrew Lien.................................................................................................... Jonathan Brewster Mark McGuire.....................................................................................................Reverend Harper Paul Pfannenstiel................................................................................................Mr. Witherspoon Stephanie Pluta.........................................................................................................Elaine Harper Michael Pocaro......................................................................................................Teddy Brewster John Roberts...................................................................................................................Dr. Einstein Michael Skocir.........................................................................................................Officer Brophy DJ Slater......................................................................................................................Officer O’Hara Christopher Smith.........................................................................................Lieutenant Rooney George Spelving............................................................................................................... Mr. Gibbs D I R E C TO R ’ S N O T E S I have had the pleasure of directing a number of plays for various community theatre groups and professional groups in state and out of state. Each production brings its’ own set of circumstances that forces one to rise to the occasion. As a director, you learn to adjust, change priorities, beg and do all those things that hopefully brings about a successful production. Theoretically this is done in an atmosphere of enjoyment.. Besides the actors and the Director there is a myriad of others who are involved.

One of the ‘others’ is you the audience. I hope the time and effort we have put forth brings you all much enjoyment. Without you there is nothing. Thank you for your continued patronage. On a second note, while I have worked with many theatre groups I have always considered Sunset home. I feel very fortunate to have come home once again, since first setting foot on the Sunset stage in the ‘70’s. My wife, Kay whom I met at Sunset was in the first Production. She was minus 10 at the time.

Continue to enjoy and support the Sunset Playhouse and if we should meet, please say hi.

God Bless!!!

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BIOGR APHIES Scott Bahr (Mortimer Brewster) Scott has been involved with theatre on stage and behind the scenes since he was in middle school--managing, directing, and acting with many local community theatre groups. Favorite roles include James in THE RED HERRING and Inspector Troughton in RUN FOR YOUR WIFE with the Bay Players. On the East Coast, he appeared as Buddy in COME BLOW YOUR HORN, Nels in I REMEMBER MAMA, and as Leonard Ganz in RUMORS. Scott wants to thank his children, Joseph and Sebastian, and his wife, Jennifer, for their understanding of a tough schedule and help with running lines. Thank you for supporting local theatre; sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

Jean Casey (Stage Manager) Since Jean’s debut in 1974’s AND MISS REARDON DRINKS A LITTLE, she has worked on props, costumes, lights, set construction, and other miscellaneous activities. Stage managing remains her favorite task. In fact, she managed ARSENIC AND OLD LACE in 1977. Blissfully retired from her career as a library media specialist, Jean’s happy to be back in the Stage Manager’s corner. Thanks, Danny, for letting me “play” again.

Dan Esposito (Director) Dan had ‘em rolling in the aisles of a Broadway theatre-until the usher came and picked up the dice. He has delighted Milwaukee area audiences in such roles as Mel in PRISONER OF SECOND AVENUE, Walter in DON’T DRINK THE WATER, Roy in PLAZA SUITE, Murray in A THOUSAND CLOWNS, Luther Billis in SOUTH PACIFIC, and--his all-time favorite--Oscar in THE ODD COUPLE. Dan and wife Kay spend half the year in Florida, where his credits include A

LITTLE FAMILY BUSINESS, TEASERS, and COME BLOW YOUR HORN with the Delray Beach Playhouse, and OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS in Lake Worth. Among his directing credits, he is most proud of ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST and OF MICE AND MEN. Kay Esposito Kay taught literature in Brookfield for 25 years and worked with several theatres in the Milwaukee area. Among her favorite roles are Lizzy in THE RAINMAKER, Aldonza in MAN OF LA MANCHA, Mrs. Lovett in SWEENEY TODD, Nurse Ratched in ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST, Mother Miriam in AGNES OF GOD, Norma in PLAZA SUITE, and Emily Dickinson in THE BELLE OF AMHERST, directed by husband Dan. Since moving to Florida, Kay has worked with the Delray Beach Playhouse (A LITTLE FAMILY BUSINESS and COME BLOW YOUR HORN), and in Lake Worth (OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS), and is delighted to be working once again with her favorite director, Dan! Victoria Metz Heckman (Martha) For Vicky, the acting bug called while she was singing with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Voices, painting scenery, and sewing in the costume shop. This is her first production at Sunset but her acting resume includes OKLAHOMA!, LI’L ABNER, SOUTH PACIFIC, THE MIRACLE WORKER, THE WIZARD OF OZ, COME BLOW YOUR HORN, PINOCCHIO, SONS OF LIBERTY, and as an extra in the local movie SOMETHING FOR STEVIE. Bill Hitt (Officer Klein) A stage veteran, tonight marks Bill’s Sunset Playhouse debut. He was seen most recently as Constable Locke in MUSIC MAN and Sunset Playhouse 3

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Mr. Van Daan in THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK at Imagination Theater, and as Bob Cratchet in CHRISTMAS CAROL at Mukwonago Village Players. Bill is also very thankful for this, his third, opportunity to perform under the direction of Dan Esposito. Bill and wife Michele reside in Richfield.

such as Soulstice Theater and Off the Wall Theater, and recently performed in CANNIBAL THE MUSICAL at Alchemist Theater with Bad Example Productions. He hopes you enjoy the show and watch out for what you drink.

Stephanie Pluta (Elaine) Andrew Lien Stephanie is thrilled (Jonathan Brewster) to be making her Andy is happy to be debut on the Sunset back at Sunset, even stage. This will be if it means taking a her second time break from his beperforming in this loved “Yooper” accent. “toxically” hilarious show. Currently He’d like to thank a seeking a BFA degree in sculpture at great cast and crew for making this play the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, a joy, as well as Dan Esposito for providthis show has been a wonderful excuse ing an authentic New York accent (and to get her out of the studio and back attitude) to imitate. A special thanks to on the stage. Much thanks to her famfamily and friends and, as always, he’d ily and friends for their ongoing love like to thank Kelsey and Maddie for their and support. Cheers! love and support.

Michael Pocaro Mark McGuire (Rev. (Teddy Brewster) Harper) Michael is excited to Retired from the join his first producfederal government, tion with Sunset Mark lives in Oak Playhouse after many Creek with his cat, years in Milwaukee Knucklehead. ARSEarea theatre. A graduNIC AND OLD LACE is ate of UWM’s Professional Theatre TrainMark’s first play at Sunset and his sixth ing Program (PTTP), he has performed play since he started acting less than with Bialystock and Bloom, Skylight Optwo years ago. He has also worked with era, Milwaukee Shakespeare, First Stage, the Grant Park Players in South Milwauand Broadway Baby Dinner Theatre, as kee and the Racine Theatre Guild. In well as community and professional addition, Mark has been an extra in four theatres in California, Oregon, Idaho, locally-produced films in such parts as a Virginia, and Colorado. Favorite roles? barfly and a zombie. He has thoroughly Quite possibly Teddy in ARSENIC AND enjoyed his experience with Sunset OLD LACE or Sefton in STALAG 17. and would like to thank everyone who worked on the show.

Veronica Quirk (Assistant Stage Paul Pfannenstiel Manager/Assistant (Mr. Witherspoon) Properties Mistress) Paul is happy to be Veronica has returning to Sunset joined the Sunset after being away Playhouse comfor a while. Previous munity after a ten Playhouse credits year break from acting where she include THE BOYS participated in plays and competed in NEXT DOOR; THE MERRY WIVES OF Forensics meets all over the state. As WINDSOR; SORRY, WRONG CHIMNEY; Assistant Stage Manager and Assistant and PAWNS. He has appeared with a Props Mistress, she has loved watchnumber of other groups in the area ing the characters develop and thanks 4 Sunset Playhouse

B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) the cast and crew for taking her along for the ride as she dives back into the preforming arts world.

John Roberts (Dr. Einstein) John is proud to be back on the Sunset stage where’s he’s been seen in RUMORS, SOCIAL SECURITY, and INSPECTING CAROL. In addition to these productions, favorite roles include Max in LEND ME A TENOR, Wilson in HARVEY, and Saul in PLAY ON. John thanks his parents, family, and friends for their continued support and interest in his acting venture! He would also like to thank Sunset Playhouse for allowing him to be a part of another great cast and production.

Andrew Sierszyn (Scenic Designer) A recent graduate of Wisconsin Lutheran College with a double major in Theatre and Art, Andrew is making his Sunset Playhouse debut. He is currently living in Illinois, working toward an MFA in scenic design at Illinois State University. Andrew would like to thank Sarah, Jonathan, and Michael for giving him this opportunity that has become yet another stepping stone in the path to becoming a professional designer.

Michael Skocir (Officer Brophy) Michael is thrilled to appear in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE, his second Sunset production. Michael recently performed at Sunset this past spring with the outstanding cast of LOVE, SEX, AND THE I.R.S. and only four days ago closed BAREFOOT IN THE PARK playing the role of Paul Bratter for the SummerStage of Delafield. Seasoned over the past 10 years by appearing in close to 30 productions in the Milwaukee area, some favorites include A Chorus Line, Oliver, Gypsy, Rumors, Arsenic & Old Lace

(8 years ago), & No Sex Please, We’re British. Michael will next be appearing in the fall production of The Importance Of Being Earnest, for The World’s Stage Theatre Company. Thanks to a sublime Arsenic cast, outstanding Sunset management, and his family and friends for their continued support.

DJ Slater (Officer O’Hara) A Milwaukee native, DJ has been acting since middle school but took a break from 2002-2008. He returned to acting in three Wausau productions, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, FUNNY GIRL, and PICNIC, as well as one Sunset production, IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE. DJ is grateful to be a part of tonight’s production, and even more so to his family, Care Bear, and Winston for supporting him all these years.

Christopher Smith (Lt. Rooney) Christopher is very excited (and VERY thankful) to be making his community theatre debut with Sunset. He would like to thank SO many people (the VERY thankful part): his wife Cheryl, and children Jonathan and Rebekah--for their love, support, and encouraging him to act again--and a special thank you to all of our friends and co-workers, as well as to the cast and crew. A VERY special thank you to Danny for this opportunity.

Marty Wallner (Lighting Designer) Marty has volunteered at Sunset for the past 37 years. His efforts have gone into hundreds of shows in various capacities, including dozens of lighting designs. He has used arsenic in rodent poisons and he has used old lace as a paint stencil.

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Pat Westen (Scene Shop Coordinator) Pat has worked with her husband Mark on set construction on every set since 1996.

She feels that Michael Desper is the best in designing and building sets, and if you have any interest you should work with Michael and all the other great people who help. Pat and Mark also help with props and cast dinners. Thanks go out to all the people who help with the construction. It was nice working with Andrew for ARSENIC AND OLD LACE.

Erica Ziino (Properties Mistress) Even though Panama is not on Erica’s travel wish list, she may find herself, inevitably, there one day. But before that happens, she anticipates collecting a few more stamps in her passport to reflect journeys through Ireland, Scotland, India, Greece, and Turkey (not all in one trip). Single, but not lonely, she hopes not to fall prey to the wellintentions of those like Abby and Martha.

With two plays under her belt (YOU CAN’T GET THERE FROM HERE, and LOVE, SEX, AND THE IRS), Erica has volunteered to be the Props Mistress, once again, for ARSENIC AND OLD LACE. Over the past five years, Erica has also worked with props, set construction, house managing and ushering at the Sunset Playhouse.

C O N T R I B U TO R S The Staff, Membership, and Board of Directors of Sunset Playhouse acknowledge the individuals, corporations, and foundations whose generosity confirms the importance of live theatre in our community. In recognition of this support and encouragement, we proudly list their name in thanks.

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Directors ($5,000+) Eichmann, Marla Esposito, Danny and Kaye Grove, Audrey and George Loveridge, Susan and Jim Pritzl, Jan and Karen A’Rowan Westen, Mark and Pat Playwrights ($1,000-$4,999) Adams, Inge Dolphin, Carol Elm Grove Woman’s Club Kopischke, Scott and Joanne Lennon, Jan Peterson, Elaine Polley, J.D. and Sally Porter, Donald 8 Sunset Playhouse

Proebsting, Doug and Wendy Rytel, Krystyna Troglia, Jeanne Actors ($250-$999) Allen, Jennifer Andrae, Michael G. and Luisa Armstrong, Paul Brotherhood, Mary Lynn and Randy Carlson, Bob and Arlene Casey, Jean Crump, Phil and Pat Domres, David Domres, Nancy Dude, Bob and Mary Ann Ebersole, Calvin Freitag, Nancy and Robert Flynn, Helen

Gensler, Tim and Mary Holmes, Michael Johnson, David and Mary Lee Knudsen, Carol Lauer, Robert and Helen McCaughey, Paul and Sally McIndoe, Robert Miskowitch, Rudy Moeser, Erik and Carol Mossey, Dr. Richard and Patricia Navin, Erika and Mark Navin, James and Sylvia Pierson, John Regal, Ingrid Roell, Stephen and Shelagh Schimel, Al Schuenke, Gerry

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Schumacher, David and Diane Schuppner, Ken and Lisa Smith, Brian and Kristin Smith, Ken Sparks, Mary Stankovsky, Jim and Edith Stiles, Nancy Szczepanski, Lee Stalter, Lee and Linda Timmler, Robert and Sylvia Tucker, Michelle and William Thomas Werra, Jude and Nora West, Jonathan and Paula Suozzi Designers ($100-$249) Armstrong, Nancy Bauer, Duane and Claire Baum, Julie Bodine, Claudia Bullamore, Mary Clarke, Marilyn Collier, Darlene Dable, Karen Duke, Karen Eisenhauer, Teri Elm Grove Garden Club

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Rosenheimer, Nancy and Paul Rowe, Tom and Jeanne Sazama, Francis Wilson and Jacqueline Schauer, Wilbert and Genevieve Schimel, Bruce and Shirley Schimel, Christopher and Beth Ann Shebasta, Harvey and Collette Simeth, Denise and Steve Steingold, Stanley Swokowski, Shirley Torretta , Michael and Edith Turner, Thomas Wallner, Marty Wenzel, Thomas and Karen Stage Managers (Under $100) Atkielski, Don and Marlene Auger, Gerald and Fran Bach, Jackie Baker, Erin Balint, Marjorie and Joseph

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S U N S E T P L A Y H O U S E P R O D U C T I O N S TA F F MANAGING DIRECTOR........................................................................................ Jonathan West* RESIDENT DESIGNER/TECHNICAL DIRECTOR........................................ J. Michael Desper* DIRECTOR, SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS....................................................................... Erika Navin* LIGHT BOARD OPERATORS COORDINATOR............................................................Pat Taige♥ SCENE SHOP COORDINATOR....................................................................................Pat Westen♥ MASTER CARPENTER.....................................................................................Dave Schumacher♥ SCENE SHOP ASSOCIATE............................................................... Stanley “Stash” Steingold ♥ SOUND ENGINEER............................................................................................................Jan Pritzl♥ FRONT OF HOUSE VOLUNTEER COORDINATORS...........Linda Stalter♥, Patti Peplinski♥ CAST DINNER COORDINATOR........................................................................... Diane Ormsby♥ CAST DINNER HOSTS........................Nancy Armstrong♥, Karen A’Rowan♥, Kent Brodie♥, Jean Cody♥, Teri Eisenhauer♥, Pam Erdmann♥, Mary Gensler♥, Tim Gensler♥, Mary Gilpatrick♥, Helen Hankwitz♥, Jim Loveridge♥, Susan Loveridge♥, Erika Navin♥, Diane Ormsby♥, Sue Page♥, Jan Pritzl♥, Marlene Smedbron♥, Jan Szczepanski♥, Mark Westen♥, Pat Westen♥ MUSICAL MAINSTAGE PRODUCER................................................Susan Dwyer Loveridge♥ SIDENOTES PRODUCER..........................................................................Peggy Peterson Ryan♥ BUILDING & GROUNDS............................................................................ Jan Pritzl, Al Schimel♥ BOOKKEEPER.................................................................................................................. Patty Rode* ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT..........................................................................Michelle Tucker* BOX OFFICE MANAGER........................................................................................ Sarah Tullberg* BOX OFFICE STAFF............................................................................................Lucky Tomaszek*, Stephanie Rejman Staufenbeil*, Cleary Breunig* HOUSE MANAGER................................................................................................. Andy Doebele* ASSISTANT HOUSE MANAGER............................................................................. Libby Amato* Due to publication deadlines, some volunteer names may have been omitted.

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S U N S E T P L A Y H O U S E B OA R D O F D I R E C TO R S Officers Jennifer Allen.....................................................................................................................President Marla Eichmann...................................................................................................... Vice President Lee Stalter........................................................................................................................... Treasurer Richard Katschke..............................................................................................................Secretary Board Members at Large Paul Armstrong Mary Gensler Jim Loveridge James Stankovsky Lee Szczepanski Marty Wallner U P C O M I N G S H OW S DYNAMIC DUOS Sept 12-13, 2011 Sonny without Cher? Simons sans Garfunkel? Everly or Righteous minus a brother? Unimaginable. So we’ll raise a glass (make it two) to the music world’s most talented teams- pairs of performers like Steve & Edie, Karen & Richard, Ike & Tina…Oh, and bring a friend!

PRELUDE TO A KISS

By Craig Lucas October 13-30, 2011 Rita and Peter meet and fall hard for each other and decide that they want nothing more than to spend the rest of their lives together. Their wedding is a special day when their friends and family join to celebrate this perfect union. When a mysterious old man pops up and asks to give the bride a celebratory kiss, a cosmic change occurs that switches Rita’s soul with the old visitor’s. This modern romantic fairy tale is a tender and funny story about the true nature of love and how hearts beat fast when love is strong.

U P C O M I N G AU D I T I O N S ANNIE Book by Thomas Meehan, Music by Charles Strouse, Lyrics by Martin Charnin Audition Dates (Kids): October 1 (9am-Noon), October 2 (6-8pm), October 3 (4-6pm) Audition Dates (Adults): October 2 (8-10pm), October 3 (6-10pm) Callbacks (Kids): October 4 (4-6:30pm), Callback (Kids and Adults): October 4 (6:30-8:30pm) Callbacks (Adults): October 4 (8:30-10pm) Rehearsals: October 16-November 30, 2011.

Production: December 1-31, 2011 Ray Jivoff is directing. Please show up on one of the dates listed above; come prepared with 32 bars of music in your key; accompanist will be provided. Be ready for some movement and script reading as well.

Scripts can be checked out at the box office Monday-Friday (1-5pm) and Saturday (1-4pm) with a $10 deposit.

Check our website for more detailed information or contact Managing Director Jonathan West at jwest@sunsetplayhouse.com with further questions.

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S U N S E T P L A Y H O U S E T H E AT R E I N F O R M AT I O N The Sunset Playhouse is located in the heart of downtown Elm Grove at 800 Elm Grove Road.

BOX OFFICE is open from 1:00pm to 5:00pm, Tuesday through Friday and 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Saturdays. The Box Office is open one hour prior to any performance through intermission. The Box Office can be reached at (262) 782-4430.

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TICKETS can be purchased in person during our above Box Office hours using cash, check, Visa or Mastercard. Tickets can be purchased over the phone using a credit card; please be aware that there is a $1 per ticket fee for all phone, mail, and fax orders. All sales are final. Exchanges must be done in advance and must be made for a different performance of the same show. Prices for the 2011-2012 Season have changed and are as follows: Full Price Tickets Plays and Musical Mainstage: $20 Full Price Tickets Musicals: $22 Senior Price Plays, Musicals, and Musical Mainstage: $16 Student Price Plays, Musicals, and Musical Mainstage: $16 Group Price Plays, Musicals, and Musical Mainstage: $15 Value Nights Plays and Musicals: $10 SideNotes Cabaret: $15 all tickets For a complete list of performance dates for these series, please go to www.sunsetplayhouse.com or contact our Box Office at 262-782-4430.

RECEPTION ROOM RENTAL Sunset Playhouse offers a reception room for meetings, seminars and other special events. The daily rate for the rental of the reception room for groups attending a performance is $150. The daily rate for other rentals is $350. For more information please call the Business Office at (262) 782-4431 or email mtucker@sunsetplayhouse.com.

SHOW SPONSORSHIP opportunities are available. For more information contact Managing Director, Jonathan West at 262-782-4431 x233 or by email at jwest@sunsetplayhouse.com.

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