Sunset-Drowsy Chaperone

Music and Lyrics by Lisa Lambert & Greg Morrison Book by Bob Martin & Don McKellar Original Broadway production of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE produced by Kevin McCullum, Roy Miller, Bob Boyett, Stephanie McCelland, Barbara Freitag, and Jill Furnam

Director Resident Designer/Technical Director Tommy Lueck J. Michael Desper Lighting &Sound Designer Aaron Schmidt Choreographer Reginald Kurschner Properties Mistress Sami Williams

Music Director Donna Kummer Costume Designer Ellen Kozak

Stage Managers Nikki Lueck, Jan Szczepanski

July 14-17, 21-24, 28-31, August 3-7 in the Furlan Auditorium Sunset Playhouse 800 Elm Grove Rd. Elm Grove, WI 53122 262-782-4430 • www.sunsetplayhouse.com Sunset Playhouse 1

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.......................................................................................................................Tommy Lueck Technical Director/Scenic Designer........................................................... J. Michael Desper Choreographer..............................................................................................Reginald Kurschner Musical Director...................................................................................................Donna Kummer Lighting and Sound Designer...........................................................................Aaron Schmidt Stage Managers.......................................................................... Nikki Lueck, Jan Szczepanski Costume Designer....................................................................................................... Ellen Kozak Properties Mistresses............................................................................................. Sami Williams Scene Shop Coordinator.............................................................................................Pat Westen Assistant Director............................................................................................ Christian Fleming Assistant Stage Manager.......................................Elaine Brushafer, Maureen Henderson Assistant Choreographer.................................................................................... Vasiliki Fafalios Assistant Music Director................................................................................. David Bonofiglio C A S T O F C H A R AC T E R S ( i n

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Alexandra Bonesho.........................................................................................................Ensemble Meg Borkowski.................................................................................................................Ensemble Ryan Cappleman.....................................................................................................Robert Martin Kelly Cline..................................................................................................................................... Kitty Raven Dockery......................................................................................................Trix the Aviatrix Ben George.................................................................................................. The Man in the Chair Bradley Halverson...........................................................................................................Ensemble Ellen Jenders..................................................................................................Janet Van De Graaff Richard Katschke................................................................................................................Feldzieg Michelle Krueger.................................................................................................. Mrs. Tottendale Tamara Martinsek.................................................................................The Drowsy Chaperone Andy McCain..........................................................................................................................George Molly Morrow...................................................................................................................Ensemble Vince Pelligrino........................................................................................................... Gangster #1 Ashley Purpora.................................................................................................................Ensemble Isaiah Reynolds.................................................................................................................Ensemble Bill Rolon.............................................................................................................................. Aldolpho Nathan Senger.................................................................................................................Ensemble Kyle Sternad......................................................................................................................Underling Shanna Sweeney.............................................................................................................Ensemble ORCHESTR A Keyboard............................................................................ Donna Kummer, David Bonofiglio,

Elna Hickson, Addy Stoiber Drums..............................................................................................................................Pat Hopkins Bass..................................................................................................................................Mary Cyrulik Reeds..........................................................................................................David Erato, Jon Lovas,

Becky Hineman, Lynn Lewandowski, Eric Schoor Trumpet...............................................Dave Magoon, Andy Brinza, Andy Buck, Bob Joyce 2 Sunset Playhouse

D I R E C TO R ’ S N O T E S The Drowsy Chaperone has been called “a wedding gift that keeps on giving” - believe it or not, the first permutation of the show was created for entertainment at a bachelor party instead of perhaps more traditional and less classy scenarios. Toronto “Second City” comedic performers Bob Martin and Janet Van De Graaff (yes they do indeed exist) asked their songwriter and composer friend Lisa Lambert to be a “best man” at their wedding. After happily accepting her honored post, Lisa enlisted book writer Don McKellar and composer Greg Morrison and a team of colleagues to create and perform a very short original musical titled The Drowsy Chaperone. After the bachelor party, future groom Bob Martin joked: “What a wonderful show. I have some notes.” Those notes would be the backbone and inspiration for the dialogue “Man in Chair” would have with his future audience! The Man in the Chair, who we have lovingly referred to as “MIC,” would be the embodiment and soul of the show - the voice in the minds and hearts of musical theatre lovers across the decades. The Drowsy Chaperone continued its metamorphosis, eventually drawing smiles on the faces of New York producers Roy Miller and Kevin McCollum. In 2005, The Drowsy Chaperone traveled to Los Angeles to begin work on the production that would make it all the way to Broadway. Five years and five Tony Awards later, The Drowsy Chaperone has had major productions in Toronto, Los Angeles, New York, London, Australia and Japan, as well as two North American tours. And, at Sunset!

The process we have taken toward production of The Drowsy Chaperone has succeeded because it has been one of much discovery, respect and laughter. We have taken a very “ensemble” attitude toward the show, for which I am extremely grateful. After all, growing up at Sunset has taught me that there truly is no better way. As Alan Furlan always reminded us, the translation and meaning of “amateur” is to be respected, as it means “a lover of.” The opportunity to work with such a generous body of professionals and volunteers is an extremely humbling gift. It is what the show and the Sunset Playhouse itself embraces. And what a wonderful journey! Because all involved in this type of production have a special place in their hearts for musical theatre, the contributions of cast, crew and technicians have proven extremely valuable to us. As we galvanized ideas, bits and gags together, we realize that this show is truly a celebration of the art form. Thank you so much for coming to the Sunset tonight. Our home is a magnificent secret. But please don’t keep it that way; spread the good word! Now, as our Man in Chair says, “Tonight we invite you to disappear with us into the decadent world of The Drowsy Chaperone!”

Tommy Lueck, Director SONG LIST Act One: “Fancy Dress” “Cold Feets” “Wedding Bells #1” “Show Off” “As We Stumble Along” “Aldolpho” “Accident Waiting to Happen” “Toledo Surprise” “Act One Finale”

Act Two: “Message From a Nightingale” “Bride’s Lament” “Love Is Always Lovely” “Wedding Bells #2” “I Do, I Do in the Sky” “Finale Ultimo”

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Alexandra Bonesho (Ensemble) Alexandra is a Theatre Arts major at Marquette University. Favorite roles include Romaine Patterson/ Others (THE LARAMIE PROJECT), Cherry (THE BEAUX STRATAGEM), Marcy, (THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE), Yvonne, (SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE), Holly/Melissa (NICKEL AND DIMED), and Gerry Hansen, (CENSORED ON FINAL APPROACH). Local credits include Alais in the Milwaukee Chamber Theatre’s LION IN WINTER and a Tribe Member in Sunset’s HAIR. Love to Tommy, Reggie, Donna, Nikki, Jonathan, cast, crew, family and friends for a wonderful summer!

Meg Borkowski (Ensemble) Meg is thrilled to return to the Sunset stage where she was seen in DAMN YANKEES. Meg’s credits with numerous theater and dance companies in the area include CINDERELLA, ANNIE, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, THE WIZARD OF OZ, and WEST SIDE STORY. A student at Brookfield Central, she sings with Chamber Choir, plays violin in the orchestra, and is involved with the school newspaper.

Elaine Brushafer (Assistant Stage Manager) Elaine is happy to be volunteering at The Sunset Playhouse this summer! She started working on shows in high school and liked it so much that she now studies theatre in college. Elaine will be a senior this coming fall at Northern Michigan University, completing a Bachelor of Science in Theatre with a minor in Sociology. She would also like to dedicate this show to her family.

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Ryan James Cappleman (Robert) Ryan is elated to be part of such a phenomenal cast!

Regional credits: MISS NELSON IS MISSING (First Stage), THE APPLE TREE (In Tandem Theatre), Skylight Opera Theatre Cabaret Series. Favorite roles: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Lumiere), LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Orin, others), HAIR (Woof ), OLIVER! (The Artful Dodger). Ryan is a Lead Teacher at First Stage Children’s Theater Academy, and moonlights as a pianist all over town. You’ve gotta give ‘em hope!

Kelly Cline (Kitty) Kelly is gratified to make her Sunset debut in such a colorful show. Currently, she is studying at UW-Milwaukee for a B.F.A. in musical theater. She has been featured as an ensemble/ dancer to the Peck School of the Arts production of NO, NO, NANETTE as well as an understudy for the role of Passionella in In Tandem Theatre’s THE APPLE TREE. Kelly is honored to be apart of such a hardworking and talented cast. Enjoy the show!

J. Michael Desper (Resident Designer/ Technical Director) J. Michael Desper has designed over 70 productions for Sunset Playhouse since the summer of 2001. Previously he freelanced in Chicago for such companies as Circle Theatre of Forest Park, Pendulum Theatre, and Bowen Park Theatre and Opera. Before that, he earned his Master’s degree at San Diego State University and worked for the Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse. Originally from Oklahoma, Michael earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma. In spring 2008, he briefly returned to

B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) educational theatre with a stint as Guest Artist and Instructor for North Dakota State University. He would like to extend an invitation to anyone interested in the technical aspects of theatre (and since you have read this far, there must be some interest) to give us a call at (262) 782-4431, ext. 235. We’re already working on the next show, so come be a part of what you see.

Raven Dockery (Trix) Raven is very happy to be performing with Sunset Playhouse this summer. A junior in the BFA Musical Theatre Program at UW-Milwaukee, she was recently seen as Flora in their production of NO NO, NANETTE. Favorite roles include Crystal in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS and Mrs. Fallible in THE APPLE TREE. She would like to thank her Mother, Father and other family and friends for supporting her in all of her wonderful endeavors. Enjoy the show!

Vasiliki Fafalios (Assistant Choreographer) Vasiliki is delighted to be back at the Sunset Playhouse as assistant choreographer and intern. Vasiliki is a sophomore at Viterbo University where she had the opportunity to perform in THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO and THE HOSTAGE. She has also participated in professional workshops, costume and paint crews, and performed as a featured soloist, including as a Rising Star in Sunset’s Musical Mainstage series. Vasiliki would like to thank her family and friends for being a constant source of love and support.

Christian Fleming (Assistant Director) Christian is thrilled to be back in Wisconsin working on his first show with Sunset Playhouse.

In the fall, he will be a senior in the

directing program at Carnegie Mellon University. Christian is excited to direct URINETOWN and HAIR next year at CMU, and is looking forward to graduating and the big move to New York City.

Ben George (The Man in the Chair) Ben is excited to return to Sunset Playhouse after appearing in A FEW GOOD MEN in January 2006. You may also have seen him at Off the Wall Theatre in COMPANY, JACQUES BREL…, and LA CAGE AUX FOLLES; at Windfall Theatre in SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE and A NEW BRAIN; or at the Skylight in THE PRODUCERS, A DAY IN HOLLYWOOD and A NIGHT IN THE UKRAINE. Bradley Halverson (Ensemble) A recent graduate of Wauwatosa East High School, Bradley was vice president of the school’s Players and was in eight shows, most notably playing the PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. In the fall, Bradley plans on attending the Chicago College of Performing Arts for a BFA in Musical Theater.

Maureen Henderson (Assistant Stage Manager) Maureen is very happy to be an assistant stage manager for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE and to be working with such a great group of people. This is Maureen’s fifth show stage managing, credits include SEUSSICAL, DUCK HUNTER SHOOTS ANGEL, HAIR, and THE CALICO TIGER. Maureen has also appeared on stage in the musical FOOTLOOSE, and the ten minute play DALMATIAN. Sunset Playhouse 5

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Ellen Jenders (Janet) Ellen is thrilled to be playing Janet and couldn’t be more honored to work with such a talented cast and crew. A sophomore musical theatre performance major at Western Michigan University, Ellen’s credits include SWEET CHARITY (Charity), ONCE UPON A MATTRESS (Princess Winnifred), 42ND STREET (Anne Reilly), and HAIR (Tribe).

She was also named a Sunset Playhouse Rising Star, appearing in its Musical Mainstage and SideNotes Cabaret series.

Much love to her family for encouraging her to chase her dreams!

Harvey) and CABARET (Herr Schultz).

Other credits include: GYPSY (Herbie), OLIVER! (Fagin), A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC (Frederick), ARSENIC & OLD LACE (Mortimer), A FUNNY THING HAPPENED…(Senex), INTO THE WOODS (Narrator), and WIZARD OF OZ (Wizard).

His favorite roles are husband to Vickie and father to Rick, Betsy and Katie (who is now appearing in UW-Waukesha’s production of URINETOWN).

Aaron Klein (Gangster #2) Aaron (known in select countries as “El Klein”) returns to the stage after a three-year absence, Dick Katschke brought about by the (Feltzig) pursuit of education. An aspiring actor Sunset: DAMN and lover of film, Aaron also enjoys the YANKEES (Van Buren), world of visual arts, and is more than A FEW GOOD MEN excited as he begins a new career in the (Dr. Stone), SEASON’S graphic design field. Only time will tell GREETINGS (Uncle what the future holds for “El Klein”.

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Ellen Kozak (Costume Designer) From Black Box to major Repertory Theatre, Ellen’s regional stage work has covered numerous periods from Adam and Eve to speculative visions of the future. She has designed for many theatre companies across the nation, including the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, GeVa Theatre in Rochester New York, The Intiman in Seattle, and Center Stage in Baltimore.

She has managed and worked in shops across the country, and faced the challenge of doing shows on cruise ships and in other countries.

Other design projects were for films (Wisconsin Death Trip, Magic Love, Blues Before Sunrise, The Storm That follows Me), television (The Trial of the Moke, Fridays), and videos (Martin Luther, The Prophet From Palmyra, Harvest of Joy).

Variety is the spice of life and her life is certainly full of variety.

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Michelle Krueger (Mrs. Tottendale) Michelle is very excited to make her Sunset debut with this production.

She is returning to the theatrical stage after an eight-year sabbatical, and was last seen as Domina in A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM and as Reno Sweeney in ANYTHING GOES. Michelle currently works in Human Resources and moonlights as a graduate student and singer with a local Elvis tribute band.

Donna Kummer (Music Director) Donna has been involved in 150 productions over the past 20 years.

She provided musical direction at Modjeska Youth Theatre for nine years including CATS, DREAMGIRLS, and WEST SIDE STORY. Donna works with numerous professional, community and school theatres including Sunset Playhouse, In Tandem Theatre and Marquette University. She also works with Skylight Opera Theatre as a Teaching Artist in public and private schools. Donna serves as the Director of Music for Plymouth UCC Church and conductor of the Wauwatosa Community Band and Tosa Jazz.

include Frederick in PIRATES OF PENZANCE, Will Parker in OKLAHOMA!, and Harlequin in TRIUMPH OF LOVE at the Skylight Opera Theatre.

Nikki Lueck (Stage Manager) While Nikki has happily spent time on the Waukesha Civic Theatre and Sunset Playhouse stage, she is gratified to be on the other side of the curtain for this fantastic production of THE DROWSY CHAPERONE. She was last seen as Gertrude in Sunset’s season opener of THE UNDERPANTS. She wishes to say BRAVA to this incredibly faboo cast, crew and orchestra and is tickled pink to have worked alongside her husband. “Honey- I have your glasses, your keys and your wallet.” Enjoy!

Reginald T. Kurschner (Choreographer) Reginald is thrilled to be back at the Sunset where he choreographed its 2004 production of CABARET. Sunset audiences may have also caught him on stage performing with the Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets.

Other choreography credits include GUYS AND DOLLS at UW-Whitewater, STEAMBATH with Bialystock and Bloom, and 13 years of incredible shows at Brookfield Central High School under the direction of L. Thomas Lueck. Some of Reggie’s favorite roles as a performer Sunset Playhouse 7

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Tommy Lueck (Director) Tommy’s theatrical history begins here at the Sunset Playhouse where he was first seen on this very stage in THE MUSIC MAN as one of the little boys in the band! After dozens of shows here and almost three decades later, he is pleased to have come full circle following in the footsteps of his mentor, Alan Furlan. Tommy teaches Psychology and directs musical productions at Brookfield Central High School. Favorite representative roles include Jack in the Skylight Opera Theatre’s INTO THE WOOD’S, Puck in A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM and many roles at Milwaukee’s legendary Broadway Baby. Tommy is the front vocalist for Milwaukee’s award-winning Swing Band, Swing Nouveau, and a proud member of the Premiere vocal group, Four Guyz In Dinner Jackets with Reggie, Aaron, and Don. With thanks to Jonathan and endless love to his stage manager, the lovely and talented Mrs. Nikki Lueck!

Tamara Martinsek (Drowsy) Tamara is thrilled to be returning to Sunset after more years than she will admit!

During her absence, you may have seen her at other venues in roles including Evita, Sally Bowles, Florence (CHESS), Reno Sweeney, Mama Rose, Cora (ANYONE CAN WHISTLE), Lady Macbeth, Medea, Aldonza, and Luisa (NINE). In real life, Tam is ED of the Kids from Wisconsin and mom of Ryan Stajmiger, a true rising star.

For Mom & Dad, as always!

Andy McCain (George) Andy is very excited to be making his Sunset Playhouse debut! Originally from Mequon, he was recently in Colorado, performing in THE 39 STEPS and BOEING BOEING at the 8 Sunset Playhouse

Lake Dillon Theatre Company. He spent last year in California touring with a Children’s Theatre Company, studying film acting in Los Angeles, and earning Equity Membership Candidacy at the Sierra Repertory Theatre. Thanks Tommy, Donna, Nikki, Reggie, Christian and the lovely Cast and Crew. www.andymccain.com Molly Morrow (Ensemble) After a long hiatus, Molly is ecstatic to be returning to the stage to make her Sunset debut as part of the Drowsy family.

Off B’way credits include Adelaide in GUYS AND DOLLS, a daughter in PIRATES OF PENZANCE, and the unforgettable frightened inmate #4 in PRISONERS OF LOVE. Molly is also currently earning her degree in Occupational Therapy at Concordia University. She would like to thank all of her friends and most of her family for their conditional love and support.

Vincent Pelligrino (Gangster #1) Vince is a 2010 graduate of Wisconsin Lutheran College with a BA in Theatre. As an actor, he has charmed audiences at Santa’s Village in Jefferson, NH; The Hollywood Fight Club Theatre in Los Angeles, and Sunset Playhouse bug in a rug! As a costume designer he has recently worked with Wisconsin Lutheran College, Miller and Campbell Costume Service, made the oversized props for Sunset’s AESOP’S FABLES, and costumed DEARLY DEPARTED here at Sunset. He archives costume design and style tips on his blog: www.ghostofbanquo.com!

Ashley Purpora (Ensemble) Ashley is a sophomore at UWMilwaukee going for a BFA in Musical Theatre. She is really looking forward to

B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) this show, her first at Sunset. In the fall, she will be continuing her studies at UW-Milwaukee. Thanks to my family and friends, love you guys.

Isaiah Reynolds (Ensemble) Isaiah is so excited to be in his first show at Sunset Playhouse.

A freshman at Waukesha South, he has been deeply involved in the drama department including productions of WILLY WONKA (Candy Man), FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON (Burt Seldom). Waukesha Civic Theatre credits include BYE BYE BIRDIE (Freddie), HONK (Cat), SHAKE RATTLE AND ROLL (Melvin Rivera), CANDY CANE TALES and STATE FAIR (Hank Munson). Hope you enjoy the show.

Bill Rolon (Aldolpho) Bill, a NYC transplant, was last seen at Sunset Playhouse in I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT… Last spring, he was the “Mohawk” guy in Skylight’s production of RENT. Bill has performed in various Broadway, Off-Broadway and National Touring productions, as well as directed and choreographed throughout New York and Connecticut. Credits include the Broadway and Touring Company of GREASE!, THE WIZARD OF OZ starring Mickey Rooney, and GYPSY with Betty Buckley. Bill is a teaching artist with Danceworks, works in Development at Milwaukee Ballet and is a graduate from the Hartt School of Music.

Nathan Senger (Ensemble) Nathan is thrilled to be joining the ensemble in his first show at the Sunset Playhouse, and ecstatic to be a member of this family during the summer. His credits include a variety of different shows and performances at Brookfield Central High School, and

he was immensely grateful to studentdirect this year’s fall musical, WEST SIDE STORY. Kyle Sternad (Underling) Kyle is proud to be making his first appearance at Sunset Playhouse.

He has recently appeared in UWM’s NO! NO! NANETTE!,THE LOVE TALKER, and THE APPLE TREE at In Tandem Theatre. He is immensely pleased to be able to join this wonderful company in the production of such a fabulously hilarious musical.

Aaron Schmidt (Lighting and Sound Designer) For Aaron’s first production at the Sunset, he’s thrilled to be working with such a great production team on such a fun show.

His credits include lighting and sound design at other local theaters and high schools, including Waukesha Civic’s CRIMES OF THE HEART and the upcoming WILLY WONKA, and Brookfield Central’s WEST SIDE STORY and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. With Tommy and Reggie, Aaron is also a member of the Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets.

Shanna Sweeney (Ensemble) Shanna will be a sophomore at Oklahoma City University this fall where she studies musical theatre and is a student of Larry Keller. OCU credits include SAVITRI, PIGGY IN THE MIDDLE, and THE BALD SOPRANO. Shanna has been seen in many shows at First Stage Children’s Theatre, First Stage’s Young Company, and in Sunset Playhouse’s “An Andy William’s Christmas Tribute” as the Rising Star. Thanks to the cast, crew, and my family. Enjoy the show!

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Jan Szczepanski (Stage Manager) Jan has been an active volunteer at Sunset Playhouse since 1984 when she appeared in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Although she has only appeared on the Sunset stage in 4 other shows since that time, she has experienced virtually every other aspect of the theater. She served six years as the Stage Management Chair, two terms as a member of the Board of Directors, Chair of the Volunteer Committee, and Co-Chair of the Sunset Playhouse Volunteer Choice Awards. Jan is also a proud recipient of the Rudy Award (Sunset’s equivalent of the Volunteer of the Year) and was recently named a Life Member of Sunset Playhouse!

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would like to dedicate this show to her husband, Lee, who has sometimes become a bit “drowsy” himself when waiting for her return from stage managing a show!

Sami Williams (Properties Mistress) Sami’s interest in theater began in grade school, and she has participated in productions during middle and high school either as a member of the cast or stage crew. She has taken classes at First Stage Theater Academy as well as Summer Stars at Sunset Performing Arts Camp. This is her third year working as the prop coordinator for Sunset’s summer musical. In the fall she will be a sophomore at UWWhitewater.

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Directors ($5,000+) Eichmann, Marla Esposito, Danny and Kaye Esposito Elm Grove Junior Guild 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 Fuchs, Matt and Carol Hohing, Laura Kaye, Nancy Kopischke, Scott and Joanne Peterson, Elaine Polley, J.D. and Sally Porter, Donald Proebsting, Doug and Wendy Rytel, Krystyna Sempercor Foundation Skrypchak, Dennis Troglia, Jeanne United Performing Arts Fund Actors ($250-$999) Allen, Jennifer Andrae, Michael G. and Luisa Armstrong, Paul Boeck, Pat Bon Ton Stores 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 Fromm, Sue Gensler, Tim and Mary G.E. Foundation Hoak, Harold Holmes, Michael Johnson, David and Mary Lee Knudsen, Carol Lauer, Robert and Helen Marks, Sally and Rob 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 12 Sunset Playhouse

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Malen, June Martin, Kent Martins, Ronald and Kay Maynard, John and Marguerite Nason, John Nazario, Mary Jean Nelson, Mark and Rhonda Nevers, Darryl and Barbara Nygaard, Wilma Ormsby, Diane Orth, Robert Pearson, Richard and Lynne Peplinski, Rick and Patti Potter, Charles and Debra Price, James and Wilma Prinz, Russell and Vivian Raynor, Katie Repp, James and Linda Roncke, Mary K Rosenheimer, Nancy and Paul Ryan, Jim and Peggy Sazama, Francis Wilson and Jacqueline Schauer, Wilbert and Genevieve Schimel, Bruce and Shirley Schimel, Christopher and Beth Ann Scweitzer, Ron and Jeriann Shebasta, Harvey and Collette Siepmann, Ronald and Mary Simeth, Denise and Steve Smith, Kevin Spencer, Robert Steingold, Stanley Swokowski, Shirley Torretta , Michael and Edith Turner, Thomas Turowski, Irene Van Eerden, Robert and Loraine Wallner, Marty Wells, Agnes and Ronald Wenzel, Thomas and Karen Williams, Dr and Mrs Delore Zielesch, Alana Stage Managers (Under $100) Albert, John and Helen Anschutz , Carol and Jim Apalsch, Brigita Atkielski, Don and Marlene Auger, Gerald and Fran Azzolina, Carlye Bach, Jackie Baker, Erin Balint, Marjorie and Joseph Banda, Carrie Becker, Reginald and Susan Behm, Anne Behrens-Kuettel, Holly Bellart, Thomas Benner, Carol Benning, Audrey Bintzler, Jim

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Blackwelder, Mary Boie, Jan and Mary Borowski, Thomas Botticchio, Gerry Brandl, Rose and John Breunig, Karen and Tom Brown, Janet Buetschli, Eleanor Campion, Zupnik Camus, Janice Carlson, Al and Carol Carroll, Jay Cary, Elaine Cassell, Ann Chambless, Jon Champan, Deanna Cichucki, Lawrence and Wenda Copson, Joan and George Cushman, Nancy Czechorski, Warren Daas, Genevieve and Richard Dahlen, Chris and Gary Dahlen, Rae Dahm, Vicki Daniel, Gordon and Margaret Dehnel, Joan and William Desjardins, Nancy Dettman, Dolores and James Di Fonzo, Julie and Mark Doemland, Edward Domnitz, Shirley Driessen, John Eisenhauer, Alice End, Joan Engelbrecht, Janice Engelking, Ellen Engstrand, Gracie Esaman, Dawn Fadeski, Dennis Falk, Kathleen Fine, Diana Flores, David Ford, M. Douglas and Barbara Fose, Dale C. Frank, Marilyn Frey, Betty Friedli, Daniela Gawronski, Mary Gilbert, Judy Goodland, John Grasse, Eileen Gravelle, Brenda Griffin, Joyce Groth, Bob and Joan Gull, Gretchen Hall, Allen and Susan Harris, Ann Hartzell, Michael Hately, Jeneane and Daniel Heinrich, Jim and Lynne Henry, Dena Herman, Robert and June Hoeschen, Brad Hoffman, Carlyn Huennekens, Keith Hutton, Ted and Sharon Jackett, Carol Jenders, Christine and Don Jeske, Jim Jesse, Jim and Sharon Johansen, Albert and Carolyn Johnson, Dorothy and Douglas

Johnston, Jane Jones, Rachel Jordan, Stellia Kaczmarek, Gregory and Susan Kaczkowski, Alfred Kaestner, Jill Kalinoski, Joan Kappel, William Kelley, Holle And Richard Kirsop, Patricia and Richard Klahorst, Darlene Klein, Richard and Rita Klemstein, Dale and Susan Klumb, Francis Knock, Katherine Koeble, Charles E. Koehne, Susanne Kopischke, Ginny Kopischke, Joel Kordus, Robert Korek, Kent and Lori Kowalski, Sue Kraus, Donald and Mary Ann Kubis, Irene Kubosch, Kathleen Kult, Bob and Laurel Kurhajetz, Ed Layde, Tom and Karen Libbey, Blythe Liker, Tom and Jacqueline Lisi, June Lovas, Ken Lukaszewski, Richard and Colleen Lumley, Robert Lynch, John Mack, Eric Mackus, Edward Malek, Abdel-Fatah Marcus, Susan Martell, Paul and Kristine Martin, DJ Matt, Dennis and Kathleen McHale, Julie McWilliams, Rosemary Meier, Nancy Meller, Robert and Arlene Merkel, Charles and Janet Miller, Elaine Moeller, Virginia Monday, Judy Mott, Laura and David Muehl, Wes Mueller, Beverly and Robert Muhlenhaupt, Arline Murry, Scott Myszewski, John and Margaret Nemec, Allyson Neumeier, Brenda Nolan, Joseph O’Brien, Mary H. O’Neill, John and Susan Olson, Marcia Ortell, Sharon Paukner, Rita Pavich, Sharon Pavlik, Audrey Pawlak, Glenn and Pat Peschel, James Peterson, Betty Pfeifer, Doug Phelps, Robert

Philleo, Karen Phillips, Lawrence M. and Jo Anne Pick and Save Pine, Diana Pisciotta, Lorraine Polley, Pat Presser, Anne Prevetti, Petranilla Pribyl, Patrick and Dawn Price, Gary Rasmussen, Robert Remitz, Mark and Sylvia Repavich, Karen Richter, June Riemer, Julie Rightmyre, Cory Rightmyre, Scott Ring, Helen Roberts, John Robinson, Claudette Rolando, Ann Rooks, Cindy and Richard Rosen, Bonita Rottmann, Timothy and Catherine Ruetten, Mary Rutter, Jennifer Ryan, Jim and Peggy Scheu, Viktor and Lieselotte Schimel, Brad Schimel, Mark Schimel, Robert Schlicht, Robert and Kathryn Schlidt, Karen Schlidt. Robert and Jean Schmidt, Debbie Schroeter, James and Nancy Schuetz, Sandra Schwarz, Sandra and Dave Scrobel, David and Dolores Seebach, Barbara Semmler, Robert and Gertrude Sevedge, Mary Seymour, Kristine Simmons, Marlene Skibba, Karen Smith, Jacquelyn Sobocinski, Shirley Sokol, Cindy Stewart, Eileen Stojanovich, Peter Stollenwerk, Ken and Eileen Strong, Mark and Patty Strong, Mary Suess, Kenneth Szyba, Robert and Sharon Taylor, Laurene and Donald The Gilded Edge Thompson, Lee Thompson, Marcia Thompson, Marianne Tietz, Kay Towell, Joy Valen, Dorothy Van Erden, Lory Verburgt, Whitney Volte, Claudia Wanta, Thomas and Laura Warner, Julia Way, Wilbur and Virginia Werderitch, John and Kathy Sunset Playhouse 13

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Whalen, Gloria and Robert White, Peggy Wickersheim, Lindsay Wilhelm Linda Wilson, Cameron Wolkenstein, David and Judy Zielesch, Barb Zimmerman, Dorris Zupnik, Gerald and Shella In Kind Gifts Applebee’s Bel Canto Chorus Beloit Snappers Betty Brinn Children’s Museum Bon Ton Stores Inc Buelow, Karen Broadlands Golf Brookfield Hills Golf Course Cave of the Mounds Chicago Architecture Foundation Comedy Café Comedy Sportz Decker, Barbara Duffy, Ed EAA AirVenture Edwardo’s Natural Pizza Elliott Ace Hardware Elm Grove Business Association Emery’s Cyclery Erv’s Mug Financial Focus First Stage Children’s Theatre Fred Astaire Dance Studio Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens Fuddrucker’s GermanFest

Glass Nickel Pizza Gmoser, Eleanor Green Bay Packers Hankwitz, Helen Harley Davidson Museum Hart, Donna Hately, Dan IrishFest J.D. Painting and Repairs John Hancock Observatory Johnson Bank Jounston, David and Joyce Katschke, Richard and Vickie Klement Sausage Kohl Charities Kummer, Donna Kurtz, Marge Kurtz Realty Inc Landmark Credit Union LeCakery Lennon, Jan Marcus Corporation Marriott Lincolnshire Theatre McDonald, Guy and Mary Jo McIndoe, Robert Melanie Sikma Photography Milwaukee Admirals Milwaukee Ballet Milwaukee Brewers Milwaukee Business Journal Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Milwaukee County Zoo Milwaukee Public Museum Milwaukee Repertory Theatre Milwaukee Wave Miss Julia’s Bake Shop Morningstar Golf Community Munchkin Moments by Stephanie

National Baking Company Nelson, Jan Next Act Theatre O’Sullivan’s Irish Pub Panera Bread Pearson, Lois Penelope’s Restaurant Pizza Hut PolishFest Present Music Reiner, David Roundy’s Supermarkets Ryan, Peggy Peterson Schimel, Christopher and Beth Schlitz Audubon Society Shedd Aquarium Silver Spur Restaurant Simma’s Bakery Skylight Opera Stack, Louise Stalter, Lee and Linda Steingold, Stanley Stephen’s Point Brewery StudioNorth Salon SummerFest Ten Chimneys The Capital Grille The Clarke Hotel The Grove Restaurant The Oar Group Town Bank Traffic Engineering Services, Inc Tri City National Bank Waukesha Civic Theatre Wisconsin Philharmonic Walt Disney World Corporation Young, Ruth

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BY BETH

HENLEY

August 11-28 This Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy tells a story that is true, touching and consistently hilarious.

Directed by Mary MacDonald Kerr Featuring Karen Estrada, Laura Frye, Laura Gray, Neil Haven, Georgina McKee & Jonathan Wainwright Broadway Theatre Center 158 N. Broadway Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward

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2011-2012 Mainstage Shows

Sept 1-18, 2011

Oct 13-30, 2011

Dec 1-31, 2011

Jan 12-Feb 5, 2012

Feb 23-March 11

April 19-May 6, 2012

May 24-June 10, 2012

July 12-Aug 5, 2012

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♥ PHOTOGRAPHER........................................................................................................Mark Frohna* BOOKKEEPER.................................................................................................................. Patty Rode* ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT..........................................................................Michelle Tucker* BOX OFFICE MANAGER........................................................................................ Sarah Tullberg* BOX OFFICE STAFF...........................................................Cleary Breunig*, Lucky Tomaszek*, Laurie Bellart*, Stephanie Rejman Staufenbeil* PATRON SERVICES...................................................................Libby Amato*, Andy Doebele* Due to publication deadlines, some volunteer names may have been omitted.

Sunset Playhouse would like to acknowledge all volunteers for their contributions.

Paid staff are designated by an * • Volunteers are designated by a ♥

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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 ARSENIC AND OLD LACE

By Joseph Kesselring Sept 1-18, 2011 This mad-cap comedy is a sure fire classic! Mortimer Brewster has a thing about marriage.

That’s why his decision to get hitched is such a big deal. When he visits his two eccentric aunts in their lively rooming house, he discovers a walk down the aisle might not be the only bit of family business he needs to consider. His loony aunts have taken up a new hobby that seems to include helping lonely roomers find the way to their graves. Raising a toast is in the cards for the Brewster clan, but it’s best to pass on a nice glass of elderberry wine!

DYNAMIC DUOS A Musical Mainstage Production 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 teamspairs 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 PRELUDE TO A KISS

By Craig Lucas 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.

PRELUDE TO A KISS will be directed by Matt Daniels.

Audition Dates: August 22-23, 2011 (7-10pm). Callbacks: August 24, 2011 (7-10pm) Rehearsals: September 6-October 12, 2012. Performances: October 13-30, 2011 Roles Needed: 7+men, 3+ women For more information, contact Jonathan West at 262-782-4431 x233 or jwest@sunsetplayhouse.com 18 Sunset Playhouse

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.

BUSINESS OFFICE is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. It can be reached by calling (262) 782-4431 ext. 221.

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 2010-2011 Season have changed and are as follows: For Plays: 1st and Last Thursdays $10 Friday & Saturday $20 2nd & 3rd Thursdays, Sundays $18 For Musicals: 1st and Last Thursdays $10 Friday & Saturday $22 Wednesday, 2nd & 3rd Thursdays, & Sundays $20 For both Plays and Musicals: Seniors $16 Students $15

For both Plays and Musicals cont.: Rush (Purchased 30 min prior to the show) $15 Adult Groups of 15 or more $15 each Student Groups of 15 or more $12 each Musical Mainstage Full Price $17 Adult Groups of 15 or more $15 Student Groups of 15 or more $12 New Year’s Eve $25 SideNotes Cabaret Full Price $15 Groups of 15 or more $12

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 theatre parties, meetings, seminars and other special events. Rental fees for theatre parties are $125.00. The daily rate for the rental of the reception room for an event not connected to one of our performances is $300. For more information please call the Administrative Assistant Michelle at (262) 782-4431 or mtucker@sunsetplayhouse.com.

SHOW SPONSORSHIP opportunities are available. For more information contact the Business Office at (262) 782-4431 ext. 221.

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