Book & Lyrics by Fred Alley Music by James Kaplan Conceived and researced by Fred Alley & Frederick Heide
Director Bryce Lord
Scenic Designer/Technical Director J Michael Desper
Music Director James Kaplan
Sound Designer Jan Pritzl
Lighting Designer Marly Wallner Properties Mistress Inge Adams
Costume Designer Ellen Kozak Stage Manager Erin Brophy
January 13–16, 20–23, 27–30 February 3–6, 2011 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............................................................................................................................. Bryce Lord Music Director.......................................................................................................... James Kaplan Technical Director/Scenic Designer........................................................... J. Michael Desper Sound Engineer.................................................................................................................Jan Pritzl Lighting Designer...................................................................................................Marty Wallner Stage Manager............................................................................................................. Erin Brophy Costume Designer....................................................................................................... Ellen Kozak Scene Shop Coordinator.............................................................................................Pat Westen
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Marvin.............................................................................................................................Tim Gensler Lloyd.........................................................................................................................Scott Kopischke Ernie..................................................................................................................... Matt Zembrowski S C E N E N O T E S / B R E A K D OW N Setting..................................................................................................... Door County, Wisconsin Time................................................................................................................................. The Present
A NOTE FROM FRED ALLEY Door County has been home to the American Folklore Theatre (AFT) for over twenty years and has been host to many original works by Wisconsin playwrights. Fred Alley was one of the original founders of AFT, as well as one of the creators of GUYS ON ICE and many other musicals. When GUYS ON ICE debuted at AFT, Fred Alley wrote this introduction for the program: “You’ve seen them. Little wooden shanties sitting on lake ice. Puffs of smoke rising from chimney pipes. On a quiet day, maybe the static of a tinny radio filters through plywood walls, across the frozen tundra, back to shore. In a cold world, on a cold day, on a frozen lake, these little signs of life are all most people know of a secret culture that thrives right here amongst us. Well, wonder no more. Once again, AFT sets its sights close to home as we bring you our somewhat twisted take on the secret world of ice fisherman. GUYS ON ICE spends a day in the life of Marvin and Lloyd - fishing buddies and home grown philosophers. With musical numbers like The Wishing Hole, Ode to a Snowmobile Suit, Fish is the Miracle Food and The One That Got Away, GUYS ON ICE works not only as a serious anthropological study but as a musical comedy as well.” 2 Sunset Playhouse
SONG LIST Act I The Wishing Hole..................................................................................................... Lloyd, Marvin The Guy from TV....................................................................................................................Marvin Ode to a Snowmobile Suit ................................................................................... Lloyd, Marvin Everything is New....................................................................................................................Lloyd The King....................................................................................................................................Marvin Things Ain’t Like They Used to Be........................................................................................Ernie The One That Got Away......................................................................................... Lloyd, Marvin Fish is the Miracle Food.......................................................................................... Lloyd, Marvin INTERMISSION Act II Leinie’s is the Best Beer............................................................................................................Ernie Twelve Beers in a Twelve Pack............................................................................. Lloyd, Marvin The Marvin I Knew...................................................................................................................Lloyd What’s Mine is Yours.................................................................................................................Ernie Your Last Day on Earth........................................................................................... Lloyd, Marvin The Beer in the Bucket............................................................................................ Lloyd, Marvin
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BIOGR APHIES Inge Adams (Props Mistress) Another opening, another show, a worthwhile job to do and fun to be had with some old friends and some new - who could ask for more? Inge was recently awarded a lifetime membership after being part of the Sunset “family” for the last seventeen years. She hopes you feel welcome here and will continue to join us regularly in this new year. Erin Brophy (Stage Manager) Erin is following up her first stage management experience with Sunset with IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE by stage managing GUYS ON ICE. Even though this is only Erin’s second show at Sunset, she is not new to the world of theatre. Erin is in the process of completing her BFA in Theater Studies, and hopes to graduate from Carroll University in 2011. J. Michael Desper (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 educational theatre with a stint as Guest Artist and Instructor for North Dakota State University. He would like to extend an invitation to anyone 4 Sunset Playhouse
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. Tim Gensler (Marvin) This is Tim’s first appearance on the Sunset stage since SEASON’S GREETINGS in the 2006-07 season. One day after being cast in the role of Marvin, Tim was pleasantly surprised when long-time friend Scott Kopischke (Lloyd) called to say,“I understand we are doing a show together!” Tim and Scott have not performed in the same show since 1983, so this experience has been a great ride. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF THE ARTS! No civilized society in the history of the world has survived without the arts. At all levels, from elementary school to the professions, the arts are a nurturing influence to all who participate or witness the magic that comes from the heart, hands, minds, and voices. Enjoy the show! James Kaplan (Music Director) James is the cocreator of GUYS ON ICE, along with LUMBERJACKS IN LOVE, THE BACHELORS, LOOSE LIPS SINK SHIPS, and SEE JANE VOTE, all of which began at American Folklore Theatre in Door County. Several of these have been performed at the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, in addition to GOODNIGHT IRENE, OLD FRIENDS, and THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY--A FRED ALLEY REVIEW. He has been blessed with very talented collaborators--Laurie Flanigan, Jacinda Duffin and Mr. Alley. He must thank Sarah, Kay and Molly, without whom he could not be here tonight.
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Scott Kopischke (Lloyd) Scott is excited to be back on the Sunset stage, especially with his friend Tim. Previous Playhouse roles include Arnold in THE BOYS NEXT DOOR and Elwood in HARVEY. Scott is also a playwright, and is honored to have had three of his plays produced here at Sunset. He dedicates this performance to his wife, Joanne. Ellen Kozak (Costume Designer) Ellen is glad to be returning to Sunset to work on GUYS ON ICE. Her design work has taken her from Adam and Eve to speculative visions of the future 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. Designing for films, videos, conventions, industrials, mascots, and photography sessions, Ellen’s challenges have included shows on cruise ships and in other countries. You can see more of her work in the upcoming Pioneers of Television programs on PBS. Variety is the spice of life, and theatre is certainly full of variety. Bryce Lord (Director) Bryce is happy to return to the Sunset Playhouse once again where he has directed INSPECTING CAROL, SOCIAL SECURITY, SYLVIA, and DAMN YANKEES. He has also appeared on our stage as Rev. Shaw Moore in FOOTLOOSE, as well as several Musical Mainstage performances. Other
directing credits include work for Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, Boulevard Ensemble, Pius XI High School, Shorewood Players, and Falls Patio Players. As an actor, Bryce has appeared on stage professionally on numerous occasions with First Stage Children’s Theater, Skylight Opera Theatre, Milwaukee Shakespeare and others. Marty Wallner (Lighting Designer) In 36 years, this is Marty’s first show on ice. His prior ice experience is limited to the cooling of drinks. Among his favorite recent Sunset lighting designs are ESCANABA IN DA MOONLIGHT; I LOVE YOU, YOU’RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE; and A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE. Why would anyone want to sit on a frozen lake when they could be in a warm theatre enjoying a play? Matt Zembrowski (Ernie da Moocher) Matt is as excited as a buck in October to be performing in one of his all-time favorite shows, don’tcha know. He last appeared on the Sunset stage in the Musical Mainstage production, Time Capsule: the 1940s. Additional Sunset credits include THOSE CRAZY LADIES IN THE HOUSE ON THE CORNER, DAMN YANKEES, and WEST SIDE STORY. Recently, Matt made his Off-The-Wall Theatre debut playing Nicely Nicely Johnson (and the piano) in its December production of GUYS AND DOLLS. Matt has performed all over the greater Milwaukee area, but always loves coming back to the Playhouse. Thanks to Bryce, Jimmy, and da Guys, and love to the Zembrowski family and to Aunt Kathy and Uncle Rod.
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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♥ PHOTOGRAPHER........................................................................................................Mark Frohna* BOOKKEEPER.................................................................................................................. Patty Rode* ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT..........................................................................Michelle Tucker* BOX OFFICE MANAGER........................................................................................ Sarah Tullberg* BOX OFFICE STAFF..............................................................Lucky Tomaszek*, Laurie Bellart*, Stephanie Rejman Staufenbeil*
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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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. The following is a list of contributors kind enough to think of Sunset Playhouse. This list reflects those who donated to Sunset Playhouse within the past year up to December 22, 2010. Directors ($5,000+) Anonymous Eichmann, Marla Esposito, Danny and Kaye Esposito Elm Grove Junior Guild Grove, Audrey and George Pritzl, Jan and Karen A’Rowan Westen, Mark and Pat Playwrights ($1,000-$4,999) Dolphin, Carol Elm Grove Woman’s Club Fuchs, Matt and Carol Hohing, Laura Jordan, Craig and Noreen Kaye, Nancy Kopischke, Scott and Joanne Loveridge, Susan and Jim
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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 Carlson, Bob and Arlene Casey, Jean Crump, Phil and Pat Domres, David
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Nason, John Nelson, Mark and Rhonda Nevers, Darryl and Barbara Nygaard, Wilma Ormsby, Diane Orth, Robert Pearson, Richard and Lynne Peplinski, Rick and Patti 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 Timmler, Robert and Sylvia 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 Atkielski, Don and Marlene Azzolina, Carlye Bach, Jackie Balint, Marjorie and Joseph Banda, Carrie Becker, Reginald and Shella Behm, Anne Behrens-Kuettel, Holly Benner, Carol
Benning, Audrey Bintzler, Jim Boie, Jan and Mary Borowski, Thomas Brandl, Rose and John Breunig, Karen and Tom Brown, Janet Buetschli, Eleanor Campion, Zupnik Camus, Janice Carlson, Al and Carol Carroll, Jay 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 Dettman, Dolores and James Domnitz, Shirley Eisenhauer, Alice End, Joan Engelbrecht, Janice Engelking, Ellen Engstrand, Gracie Fadeski, Dennis Fine, Diana Flores, David Ford, M. Douglas and Barbara Fose, Dale C. Frank, Marilyn Friedli, Daniela Garcia, Paula Gawronski, Mary Gilbert, Judy Goodland, John Grasse, Eileen Gravelle, Brenda Griffin, Joyce Groth, Bob and Joan Harris, Ann Hately, Jeneane and Daniel Heinrich, Jim and Lynne Henry, Dena Herman, Robert and June Hoeschen, Brad Sunset Playhouse 9
C O N T R I B U TO R S ( c o n t .) Hoffman, Carlyn Huennekens, Keith Hutton, Ted and Sharon Jenders, Christine and Don Jesse, Jim and Sharon Johansen, Albert and Carolyn Jones, Rachel Kaczmarek, Gregory and Susan Kaczkowski, Alfred Kaestner, Jill Kalinoski, Joan Kappel, William Kelly, Holle And Richard Kirsop, Patricia and Richard Klahorst, Darlene Klemstein, Dale and Susan Klumb, Francis Knock, Katherine Koeble, Charles E. Kopischke, Ginny Kopischke, Joel Kordus, Robert Kowalski, Sue Kraus, Donald and Mary Ann Kubis, Irene
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U P C O M I N G S H OW S CAPS FOR SALE, a bug in a rug production Adapted from the classic tale by Esphyr Slobodkina, our story goes behind the scenes to weave the tale of a cap peddler’s life, some monkeys, and their monkey business with a lesson in perseverance. January 27-29, 2011 BEST OF BROADWAY, a Musical Mainstage production Most great Broadway shows feature what’s come to be known as “the eleven o’clock number”. It’s that one big, killer tune that continues to echo in the ears of departing audiences. The number that leaves ‘em humming. The signature song that defines a career. Think “Rose’s Turn” in GYPSY. “I Am What I Am” from LA CAGE AUX FOLLES. “Sit Down, You’re Rockin’ the Boat” from GUYS AND DOLLS. BEST OF BROADWAY will pay tribute to The Showstopper--musical theatre’s biggest, brightest, most memorable show tunes. And they’ll be brought to you by some of the city’s busiest professionals, musical theatre veterans David Flores, Robert Bortman, Amy Bouterse, and Samantha Sostarich. Plus, you won’t want to miss Allie Babich-the only young performer to appear as a Musical Mainstage Rising Star four times-because she’s just that good. January 31- February 1, 2011 THE RHODE SISTERS: A Feisty Folk Trio Slightly Raucous, Slightly Relevant, and Slightly Related Alissa Rhode (piano), Molly Rhode (string bass) and Rhonda Rae Busch (guitar) LOVE to sing! This all-girl band delivers a hootenanny of folk favorites and original songs, plus a special Valentine’s tribute to love unrequited and otherwise. Don’t miss the sisters’ tight harmony singing and healthy sibling rivalry! Your sweetie will thank you. February 14, 2011 IT HAD TO BE YOU, a SideNotes Cabaret An evening of songs presented by the incomparable Adam Estes and friends to get your toes tapping, your fingers snapping, and your heart soaring. February 17-19, 24-26, 2011
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EVENTS CALENDAR Guys on Ice
January 13 – 16, 20 – 23, 27 – 30 February 3 – 6 Jan. 13th-Preview 7:30 pm Jan. 14th-Opening Night 8 pm Jan. 15th-8 pm Jan. 16th-2 pm
Jan. 20th-7:30 pm Jan. 21st-8:00 pm Jan. 22nd-5:00 pm & 8:00 pm Jan. 23rd-2:00 pm
Jan. 27th 7:30 pm Jan. 28th 8:00 pm Jan. 29th 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm Jan. 30th 2:00 pm
Feb. 3rd 7:30 pm Feb. 4th 8:00 pm Feb. 5th 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm Feb. 6th 2:00 pm
Actletes-You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown January 19, 20, 21 6:30 pm
Big in a RugCaps For Sale
January 27, 28 - 10:30 am January 29th - 10:30 am, 2:00 pm
Musical Mainstage Best of Broadway
January 31st - 7:30 pm February 1st - 1:00 pm, 7:30 pm
Mark Shurrilla “Day the Music Died”
Milwaukee Metropolitan Voices: Romance is in the Air February 5th 7:30 pm
Rhode Sisters
February 12th 7:30 pm
February 14th 7:30 pm
SideNotes-It Had To Be You February 17 – 19, 24 – 26
Feb. 17th-7:30 pm Feb. 18th-8 pm Feb. 19th-8 pm
Feb. 24th-7:30 pm Feb. 25th-8:00 pm Feb 26th 8:00 pm
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U P C O M I N G AU D I T I O N S LOVE SEX AND THE I.R.S. Sharing a room can help a fella save a dime, but sharing a tax return is a little trickier. Jon and Leslie are roomies and good buddies, but the I.R.S. thinks the men are a married couple because of Jon’s money-saving plan to list Leslie as his beloved wife on his tax return. When an audit notice comes due, the bosom buddies do what any self-respecting taxpayer would do: they figure out who looks better in a dress. Auditions: Monday, March 14 (7:00pm-10:00pm) & Tuesday, March 15, 2011 (7:00pm-10:00pm) Callbacks: March 16, 2011 Rehearsals: March 28-April 27, 2011 Production dates: April 28-May 22, 2011 Roles available: 8 Roles: 5 men, 3 women; 20s-50s Please show up at 7pm on either March 14th or March 15th at The Sunset Playhouse, 800 Elm Grove Road. Scripts can be checked out at the box office Monday-Friday (1-5pm) and Saturday (1-4pm) with a $10 deposit. Contact Managing Director Jonathan West at jwest@sunsetplayhouse.com with further questions.
Winter Session January 22 – March 19 It’s cold outside...but look at all you can do inside with Sunset School for the Arts! Come on a seascape adventure, take a journey through classic folktales, think on your feet, write your own musical, challenge a friend to a duel, and sing and dance to a favorite Broadway tune!
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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. 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: For both Plays and Musicals: 1st and Last Thursdays $10 Seniors $16 Friday & Saturday $20 Students $15 2nd & 3rd Thursdays, Sundays $18 Rush (Purchased 30 min prior to the show) $15 For Musicals: Adult Groups of 15 or more $15 each 1st and Last Thursdays $10 Student Groups of 15 or more $12 each Friday & Saturday $22 Wednesday, 2nd & 3rd Thursdays, & Musical Mainstage Sundays $20 Full Price $17 Adult Groups of 15 or more $15 SideNotes Cabaret Student Groups of 15 or more $12 Full Price $15 New Year’s Eve $25 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. Rental fees for the reception room for an event not connected to one of our performances are $300.00 for four hours and $50.00 for each hour over the original four hours. For more information please call the Business Office at (262) 782-4431. SHOW SPONSORSHIP opportunities are available. For more information contact the Business Office at (262) 782-4431 ext. 221.
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