Book by Neil Simon Music by Cy Coleman Lyrics by Dorothy Fields Produced by special arrangement with Trans-Witmark, Inc.
July 12-15, July 19-22 July 26-29, August 1-5 In the Furlan Auditorium
Director Ray Jivoff Music Director Jamie Johns Lighting and Sound Designer Aaron Schmidt Associate Music Director Brian Myers Props Mistress Sami Williams
Resident Designer/ Technical Director J. Michael Desper Choreographer Reginald T. Kurschner Costume Designer Kimberly O’Callaghan Stage Managment Maria Sorce Elaine Brushafer Jane Heer Maureen Henderson
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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.
P R O D U C T I O N S TA F F Director.................................................................................................................................... Ray Jivoff Music Director..................................................................................................................Jamie Johns Choreographer...............................................................................................Reginald T. Kurschner Associate Music Director...............................................................................................Brian Myers Resident Designer/Technical Director...........................................................J. Michael Desper Lighting and Sound Designer............................................................................... Aaron Schmidt Costume Designer.......................................................................................Kimberly O’Callaghan Costume Coordinator.................................................................................. Joanne Cunningham Stage Managers.............................................................................. Maria Sorce, Elaine Brushafer Assistant Stage Managers......................................................Jane Heer, Maureen Henderson Properties Mistress......................................................................................................Sami Williams
ORCHESTR A Mary Cyrulik.......................................................................................................................................Bass Patrick Morrow............................................................................................................................Drums Brandon Miller..............................................................................................................................Guitar Andrew Brinza......................................................................................................................... Trumpet Jason Buchholtz.................................................................................................................. Trombone Tomas Goldsmith.......................................................................................................................... Reed Thomas Nolan........................................................................................................................ Reed Sub
CAST Katherine Duffy..........................................................................................................................Charity Samantha Paige...........................................................................................................................Nickie Ashley Levells.............................................................................................................................. Helene Brad Halverson.............................................................................................................................. Oscar Randall T. Anderson...................................................................................................... Vittorio Vidal Zach Schley..................................................................................................................Daddy Brubeck Kelly Doherty............................................................................................................................ Herman Madeleine Kuenn........................................................................................................................Ursula Katie Krueger..................................................................................................................................Rosie Estée Tanel O’Connor...................................................................................................................Betsy Margaret Teshner......................................................................................................................Carmen Rachel Zembrowski............................................................................................................... Suzanne Isaac Anderson........................................................................................................................ Manfred Ben Carlstein.......................................................................................................................... Doorman John Graves................................................................................................................................. Charlie Alex Johnson........................................................................................................................ Solo Tenor Albert Mills......................................................................................................................................... Cop
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MUSICAL NUMBERS Act I Opening...................................................................................................................................Orchestra You Should See Yourself..........................................................................................................Charity Big Spender...........................................................................Nickie, Helene & Female Ensemble Rich Man’s Frug.....................................................................................................................Ensemble If My Friends Could See Me Now.........................................................................................Charity There’s Gotta Be Something Better Than This................................Nickie, Helene & Charity Bravest Individual......................................................................................................Charity & Oscar Act II Rhythm of Life...................................................................................Daddy Brubeck & Ensemble Baby Dream Your Dream.......................................................................................Nickie & Helene Sweet Charity........................................................................................................ Oscar & Ensemble Where Am I Going.....................................................................................................................Charity I’m a Brass Band............................................................................................... Charity & Ensemble I Love to Cry at Weddings......................................................Herman, Solo Tenor & Ensemble Bravest Individual Reprise......................................................................................................Charity Bows..................................................................................................................................Full Company
BIOGR APHIES (in
alphabetical order)
Isaac Anderson (Manfred) This is Isaac’s Sunset Playhouse debut, and he is honored to have been given such a wonderful opportunity. A recent Wauwatosa East graduate, Isaac appeared as Cyrano in CYRANO DE BERGERAC and Monsieur Andre in PHANTOM OF THE OPERA with the Players. This passionate actor awaits opening night with the utmost excitement and hopes you enjoy the show as much as he enjoys performing in it! Randall T. Anderson (Vidal) A founding member of Wisconsin Hybrid Theatre, Randall has been performing throughout the midwest for over twenty years. Sunset audiences may recognize him from IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, NOISES OFF, and A FEW GOOD MEN. He can also be heard the first Sunday of the month as part of WMSE’s Frontier Radio Theatre. Randall is delighted to once again work with all of the talented artists of Sunset. Thanks for calling, Ray.
Andrew Brinza (Trumpet) SWEET CHARITY is Andrew’s fourth production at the Sunset Playhouse. He attends UWM, where he is pursuing a degree in Trumpet Performance. An active freelance musician in the area, Andrew has played in the orchestras for many community and college theatre productions, including 42ND STREET; THE PRODUCERS; NO, NO, NANETTE; INTO THE WOODS; MUSIC MAN; HAIR; ANNIE; and THE DROWSY CHAPERONE. Elaine Brushafer (Stage Manager) Elaine greatly enjoyed working on DEARLY DEPARTED and THE DROWSY CHAPERONE and is happy to be back at the Sunset again this summer! A recent graduate of Northern Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science in Theatre and a minor in Sociology, she hopes to pursue a career in stage management. Jason Buchholtz (Trombone) In the fall, Jason will start his fourth year at UWM’s Peck School of the Arts studying trombone performance with Mark Hoelscher. He works with the West Allis/West Milwaukee school district co-directing the Lancer Band. Jason has performed in the pit orchestra for the Sweet Charity 3
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) West Allis Players’ production of THE KING AND I and UWM’s production of NO, NO NANETTE. He is very excited to be collaborating with such talented artists here at the Sunset Playhouse. Ben Carlstein (Doorman) Just out of high school, Ben is thrilled to be in his first Sunset Playhouse Production! He has performed in musicals and plays at Oconomowoc High School, most recently as Officer Lockstock in URINETOWN and at Lake Country Players (LIL’ ABNER). Outside of theater Ben loves woodworking, playing chess, and listening to vinyl with his friends. Ben will attend UW-Parkside in the Fall, majoring in Theater and Communications. Mary Cyrulik (Bass) Mary has played the string bass for 50 years, loves working in musicals, and has enjoyed playing with the pit for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, ANNIE and DAMN YANKEES. Good luck (break a leg) to the cast and crew, while we musicians enjoy the show from the backstage view. It’s always better with live music!! Kelly Doherty (Herman) After such critically acclaimed roles as Offstage Voice and Lady in Waiting, Kelly is thrilled to be adding her ample talents to the Sunset stage. Favorite roles include Lady of the Lake (SPAMALOT), The Baker’s Wife (INTO THE WOODS), and Tevye (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF), none of which she has ever played. She would like to thank her parents for all of their continued love and support. Katherine Duffy (Charity) Seen previously at the Playhouse in HAIR (Crissy) and DAMN YANKEES (Gloria), 4 Sunset Playhouse
Katherine spent last summer with the Heartland Festival in GREASE (Jan) and THE MUSIC MAN (Eulalie). A student at Indiana University where credits include COMPANY (Amy), DEBBIE DOES DALLAS (Tammy), THE WINTER’S TALE (Dorcas), LYSISTRATA, CABARET and GONE MISSING; Katherine has taught for Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts, First Stage Children’s Theater Academy and Skylight Music Theatre. Love to David, Dad, Mom, Ben and Nora. John Graves (Charlie) John will be a sophomore this upcoming fall at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities, where he is studying theatre arts. He has performed at The Waukesha Civic Theater, First Stage Children’s Theater, and was a tribe member in Sunset Playhouse’s very own production of HAIR. Favorite roles include Mortimer Brewster in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE and Oscar Lindquist in his high school’s production of SWEET CHARITY. Brad Halverson (Oscar) Brad is honored to be a part of this production after finishing his freshman year at Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. He performed at Sunset last summer in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE and did several shows at Tosa East, most notably as the Phantom in PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. Working with these amazing people and playing this eccentric character has been a blast! Jane Heer (Assistant Stage Manager) Jane is delighted to be back at Sunset Playhouse this summer. After working on HAIR, she knew she’d be back sooner or later! Other credits include work
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) with the University of Minnesota Theatre Arts Department, The Xperimental Theatre, Wauwatosa East High School Players, and First Stage Children’s Theatre. Jane will be a sophomore at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities pursuing a BA in Theatre Arts. Maureen Henderson (Assistant Stage Manager) Maureen is very happy to be involved with SWEET CHARITY and to be working with such a great group of people. Previous stage managing credits include SEUSSICAL, DUCK HUNTER SHOOTS ANGEL, HAIR, THE CALICO TIGER, and THE DROWSY CHAPERONE. Maureen has also appeared on stage in the musical FOOTLOOSE and DALMATIAN.
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Ray Jivoff (Director) Ray returns to the Sunset Playhouse, where he directed ANNIE this past holiday season and HAIR during the summer of love in 2010. He directed LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, INTO THE WOODS, and ALICE IN WONDERLAND at Marquette University; WEST SIDE STORY at UW Milwaukee; RAGTIME, YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU and ON THE RAZZLE at Milwaukee High School of the Arts and JACQUES BREL... for Skylight Music Theatre. As an actor at Skylight, he has been seen in THINGS THAT GO DING, ADDING MACHINE: A MUSICAL (Mr. Zero), ANIMAL CRACKERS (Harpo), THE PRODUCERS (Roger Debris), CHICAGO (Amos), GUYS AND DOLLS (Nathan Detroit) and THE MIKADO (Koko). His work on film includes the recent hit, Ray Does the Skip-It and the internationally acclaimed film series, Ray’s Five. The
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B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Associate Artistic Director of Skylight Music Theatre, Ray has also appeared at Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, Next Act, Milwaukee Rep’s Stackner Cabaret, and First Stage Milwaukee. Jamie Johns (Music Director) Currently a freelance musician, pianist/ conductor, Jamie Johns has been the Director of Opera and Musical Theatre at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, the Resident Music Director at the Skylight Music Theatre and the Education Director at Orlando Opera. Conducting highlights include THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO, CARMEN, ROMEO AND JULIET, THE CORONATION OF POPPEA and LA TRAVIATA. Favorite shows on which Jamie has served as music director are NO, NO, NANETTE, THE LAST FIVE YEARS, LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, CABARET, ARCHY AND MEHITABEL, JACQUES BREL..., RENT and THE WORLD GOES ROUND. In addition to shows, Jamie enjoys arranging and playing cabaret performances and recitals. Accompanying Gary Briggle as Noel Coward, Jamie has performed A TALENT TO AMUSE; AN EVENING WITH NOEL COWARD in Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Sarasota, Sacramento, Iowa City and St. Paul. Other companies that Jamie has worked for include Lyric Opera Cleveland, Madison Rep, Milwaukee Rep, Bel Canto, Present Music, Writers’ Theatre (Chicago) and Milwaukee Opera Theatre. Alex Johnson (Ensemble) Alex is delighted to be making his Sunset Playhouse debut with such a brilliant cast and crew! A senior at Waukesha North, Alex is heavily involved in Concert Choir, Chamber Singers and drama, appearing in STATE FAIR (Lem) and WILLY WONKA (Phineous Trout). Alex enjoys Irish Dancing at the Cashel Dennehy School in Milwaukee. He intends to major in Musical Theatre while furthering his education. 6 Sunset Playhouse
Madeleine Kuenn (Ursula) A music and voice major at UW Waukesha, Madeleine has performed at Hamilton High School in many shows including LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Audrey). She is very excited to be in her first production at the Sunset Playhouse. Madeleine would love to thank her wonderful directors, family friends, parents and her boyfriend, Trevor, for their great amount of support. Reginald T. Kurschner (Choreographer) Reginald is a performer, choreographer and director here in the Milwaukee area. You will find him every fall at BCHS where he has been choreographing the musicals for the past thirteen years. Reggie’s other choreography credits include everything from grade school, college and professional productions to resident choreographer of the Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets a local four part doo-wop group of which he is the high tenor. Reggie’s other performance credits include TRIUMPH OF LOVE (Harlequin) at the Skylight Opera Theatre, OKLAHOMA (Will Parker) with Milwaukee Musical Theatre, and THE BOYS IN THE BAND (Emory) with Bialystock and Bloom. Katie Krueger (Rosie) Katie is tickled pink to be making her Sunset debut. Previous shows include MISS SAIGON (Ensemble/Yvette), DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Silly Girl), and CRAZY FOR YOU (Polly Baker). She attends UW-Whitewater, majoring in marketing and theater management/ promotions. Love to the family and a big “grac” to Tanya!
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Ashley Levells (Helene) Ashley is very excited to be performing in her third Sunset Production! She was last seen in HAIR where she got her first chance to work with the insanely talented Ray Jivoff. Ashley earned her degree in Theatre from Marquette University and is currently a copywriter for BuySeasons, Inc. Thanks to Ray, Jamie, Reggie, Brian and the awesome cast for making this experience so amazing. (Special thanks to Kim for making her look FABULOUS!!!) Brandon Miller (Guitar) Brandon has been playing guitar and performing in various groups, playing an array of styles from jazz to rock, for eleven years. He enjoys writing and composing original music, along with any other art that harnesses creativity and expression. Currently finishing school at UWM, Brandon will graduate with a degree in Jazz Studies. He hopes to share his knowledge of music and to help others discover their own passion. Albert Mills (Cop) A recent graduate of Hamilton High School, Albert has done many plays and musicals there including LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Mr. Mushnik). Albert is excited to be doing his first performance with a theatre company and hopes it’s the first of many. Patrick Morrow (Drums) Patrick has played percussion for many local theaters including The Fireside Theater, First Stage Children’s Theater, Milwaukee Chamber Theater and the Milwaukee Rep. He spent a great deal of 2009-2010 touring the US and Canada with LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE starring TV’s Melissa Gilbert. When not doing ‘legit’ gigs Patrick can be found jaunting the globe touring with bands like Eddie Clendening & the Blue Ribbon Boys, and local powerpop heroes Trolley.
Brian Myers (Associate Music Director) Brian is thrilled to return to Sunset Playhouse, where audiences first met him as the pianoplaying monk in NUNSENSE. He works regularly throughout the Milwaukee area as a music director, singer/actor, and teaching artist for young students of music and theater. Myers is also a composer who took his one-act musical “STATUS: a music drama for the digital age” to New York City in 2011, following a workshop at Milwaukee Opera Theater. He will premiere his cabaret show RANDY NEWMAN’S AMERICA this August at Soulstice Theatre. For information about Brian’s music and upcoming performances, dig his fan page on Facebook! Kimberly O’Callaghan (Costume Designer) Kimberly is delighted to return to Sunset Playhouse to work with Ray and a wonderful cast and crew, after designing costumes for PRELUDE TO A KISS. Kimberly recently moved back to Milwaukee from Pittsburgh where she graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with her MFA in Costume Design. Kimberly recently taught courses in costume construction and theatrical make up at Marquette University. Previous design credits include PACKER FANS FROM OUTER SPACE (Marcus Center for Performing Arts), CRIMES OF THE HEART (Milwaukee Chamber Theatre), LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Marquette University), THE THREE MUSKETEERS (UW-Waukesha), and THE RAPE OF LUCRETIA (The Pittsburgh Opera). Thanks to Liam, Mary, and Jennifer for their love and support. Estée Tanel O’Connor (Elaine) Estée last performed as Carlotta in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at the Pabst Theater. A Sweet Charity 7
B I O G R A P H I E S ( c o n t .) Sunset Musical Mainstage Rising Star, past credits include FAME (Ester Sherman), THE CRUCIBLE (Abigail Williams/Judge Danforth), THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST (Gwendolen Fairfax) and TITANIC (Madeline Astor). When not performing, Estée interns at the Milwaukee Art Museum! In the fall she will be attending Wesleyan University, double majoring in Musical Theater and Art History. Samantha Paige (Nickie) Samantha is thrilled to be a part of SWEET CHARITY at Sunset where past credits include ANNIE (Lily) and DAMN YANKEES (Lola). Favorite roles elsewhere include CABARET (Sally Bowles), A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE (Stella), and WEST SIDE STORY (Anita). Samantha is also a Milwaukee area director/ choreographer, recently working with Affectivity Theater Company (TALLGRASS GOTHIC), Carte Blanche Studio (resident choreographer, REEFER MADNESS, THE PRODUCERS) and Greendale Community Theater (HAIRSPRAY). See her next in A CUDAHY CAROLER CHRISTMAS with In Tandem Theater. A HUGE THANK YOU to all who helped schlep her to and from rehearsals and performances these past two years, allowing your friend to make her dreams a reality. You are truly loved. Zach Schley (Daddy) This is Zach’s Sunset Playhouse debut, and he feels very privileged to be among the cast of SWEET CHARITY. After living in Milwaukee for the summer, he will return to the Chicago College of Performing Arts to study for a BFA in Musical Theatre. He would like to thank his mother and father for all their love and support. Aaron Schmidt (Lighting and Sound Designer) is thrilled to be back at Sunset working on such a fun show. Aaron’s recent design credits include JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT and WEST SIDE STORY for 8 Sunset Playhouse
Brookfield Central High School, MISS SAIGON and WILLY WONKA at Waukesha Civic, and THE DROWSY CHAPERONE and PRELUDE TO A KISS here at Sunset. Aaron is also a member of the fabulous 50’s and 60’s group, Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets. Maria Sorce (Stage Manager) Maria was recently the stage manager for the Piano Arts 2012 North American Biennial piano competition. Her credits also include stage management for DRACULA, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM, THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, QUILTERS, JUNO & THE PAYCOCK, THE SOUND OF MUSIC and MACBETH. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre from Cardinal Stritch University, Maria has also worked as a Technical Director, Sound Designer, Master Electrician, and Props Director. Thank you to Jeff, Alyssa and Izzy for their support! Margaret Teshner (Carmen) Margaret is a Pius XI graduate and currently a BFA Acting major at Viterbo University. Previous credits include HIPPOLYTUS (Nurse), MARAT/SADE (Patient), DEAD MAN’S CELL PHONE(Jean u/s), WILLY WONKA AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (Mrs. Teavee), THE HOSTAGE (Maureen), and RENT (Ensemble). She would like to give a big thank you to her momma and Nanny for letting her use their cars to get to rehearsals! Rachel Zembrowski (Suzanne) Rachel is a student at Cardinal Stritch University and has been involved in several productions there. She has been involved in several area theater companies including Windfall Theatre and Soulstice Theater. She is very excited to be involved in her first Sunset Playhouse production. Much love to the fam and friends!
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 June 20, 2012.
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 Anonymous Carlson, Bob and Arlene Dolphin, Carol Dude, Bob and Mary Ann Elm Grove Woman’s Club Fuchs, Matt and Carol Kaye, Dan and Nancy Kopischke, Scott and Joanne Martinsek, Tamara Moeser, Erik and Carol Navin, Erika and Mark Navin, James and Sylvia Northwestern Mutual Foundation Peterson, Elaine Polley, J.D. and Sally Porter, Donald Proebsting, Doug and Wendy Rytel, Krystyna Troglia, Jeanne and Paul Actors ($250-$999) Allen, Jennifer Andrae, Michael G. and Luisa Armstrong, Paul Brotherhood, Mary Lynn and Randy Casey, Jean Crump, Phil and Pat Dable, Karen Domres, David Domres, Nancy Ebersole, Calvin Elm Grove Preschool & Child Care Freitag, Nancy and Robert Flynn, Helen Garcia, Paula and Ralph Gensler, Tim and Mary Holmes, Michael Johnson, David and Mel Katschke, Richard and Vickie Knudsen, Carol Laste, Bill and Judy Lauer, Robert and Helen McCaughey, Paul and Sally McIndoe, Robert Miskowitch, Rudy
Mossey, Dr. Richard and Patricia Paris, David Pierson, John Poblocki, Kathie Regal, Ingrid Roell, Stephen and Shelagh Schimel, Al Schuenke, Gerry Schumacher, David and Diane Schuppner, Ken and Lisa Smith, Brian and Kristin Smith, Ken and Candy Sparks, Mary Stankovsky, Jim and Edith Stiles, Nancy Szczepanski, Lee and Jan Stalter, Lee and Linda Teerlink, Richard and Anna Timmler, Robert and Sylvia Torkelson, Allan and Christine 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 Cody, Jean Collier, Darlene Di Fonzo, Julie and Mark Duke, Karen Eaton Corp Charitable Fund Eisenhauer, Teri Elm Grove Garden Club Ferguson, George and Nancy Folker, Arlen Flores, David Golden, Robert Graninger, Frank Hamilton, Bernadette Hempel, Marilyn Hoernke, Irene and Donald Irwin, Kim and Davis Jivoff, Ray Kelly, Edward Kirsch, William and Susan Kirsop, Patricia and Richard Klauck, Kenneth A. Koegel, Donald and Edith Kolbeck, Henry and Peggy Krauss, Mary
Kwiatkowski, Patrick and Patrice Langhenry, Paul Lauer, Robert and Helen Lenz, Edwin and Louise Lueck, Nikki Martins, Ronald and Kay Maynard, John and Marguerite McLean, Donald Murphy, Elizabeth Muselman, Robert and Theresa Nason, John Nazario, Mary Jean Orth, Robert Popp, Don and Jean Potter, Charles and Debra Price, Wilma and Jim Pronley, Daniel Raynor, Katie Roncke, Mary K. Rooks, Cindy and Richard Rosenheimer, Nancy and Paul Rowe, Tom and Jeanne Ryan, Jim and Peggy Schauer, Wilbert and Genevieve Schimel, Bruce and Shirley Schimel, Christopher and Beth Ann Schudson, Ruth Shebasta, Harvey and Collette Simeth, Denise and Steve Sommerfeld, Kris Steingold, Stanley Swokowski, Shirley Takton, Marjorie Torretta , Michael and Edith Turner, Thomas Wallner, Marty Wells, Ronald and Agnes Wenzel, Thomas and Karen Wilson, Francis and Jacqueline Sazama Stage Managers (Under $100) Adkinson, J.M. Allen, Janet Anderson, Rebecca Atkielski, Don and Marlene Auclair, Charles Auger, Gerald and Fran Babich, Allie Babich, Mark and Jane Bach, Jackie Baddaker, John Sweet Charity 9
C O N T R I B U TO R S ( c o n t .) Baker, Erin Balint, Marjorie and Joseph Bartelak, Jeanne Becker, Reginald and Susan Behm, Anne Bellart, Thomas Bintzler, Jim and Darlene Blair, Cynthia Blackwelder, Mary Boeck, Pat Boie, Jan and Mary Boltz, Suzette Borowski, Thomas Botticchio, Gerry Bowen, Cindee Brandl, Rose and John Braun, Janet Breunig, Karen and Tom Brodie, Robin and Kent Buelow, Karen Bunke, Mark Campbell, Fraland and Eileen Campbell, Suzann Camus, Janice Capson, Joan & George Carlson, Al and Carol Carey, Catherine Cary, Elaine Cassell, Ann Chambless, Jon Champan, Deanna Chicorel, Ralph Cichucki, Lawrence and Wenda Cline, Charlene Colburn, Lora Cooke, Jeff Copson, Joan and George Corey, Christopher Cronkrite, Sharon A. Dahlen, Chris and Gary Dahlen, Rae Daniel, Gordon and Margaret Danowski, Daniel Dehnel, Joan and William Demeyer, Norma Jan Desjardins, Nancy Di Fonzo, Julie and Mark Dirnbauer, Linda Doemland, Edward Doherty, Marcee Domnitz, Shirley Doyle, B.J. Driessen, John Duke, Karen Engelbrecht, Janice Engstrand, Gracie Enk, Scott Esaman, Dawn Fadeski, Dennis Falk, Kathleen Ford, M. Douglas and Barbara Fose, Dale C. Franz, Margaret Frazier, Clive 10 Sunset Playhouse
Frechette, James and Julie Frey, Betty Fricker, John Friedli, Daniela Gelhar, Kimberlyn Genger, Martha Gilbert, Judy Gilomen, Fredric Gomez, Robert and Dianne Grasse, Eileen Griffin, Joyce Groth, Bob and Joan Gull, Gretchen Hall, Allen and Susan Harris, Ann Hartzell, Michael Hately, Jeneane and Daniel Hawthorne, Naomi Henry, Dena Hoernke, Irene & Donald Hoeschen, Brad and Andrea Hoffmann, Carlyn Huennekens, Keith Hugery, Erna Hutton, Ted and Sharon Jackett, Carol Janesko, Jerry and Genie Jenders, Christine and Don Jerdee, Carrol Jeske, Jim Johansen, Albert and Carolyn Johnson, Dorothy and Douglas Johnston, Jane Jones, Rachel Jordan, Stellia Kaczmarek, Gregory and Susan Kaczkowski, Alfred Kadera, Mary Lou Kalinsoski, Joan Kelley, Holle and Richard Kelly, Edward F. Kriklewski, Laura Kirsop, Patricia and Richard Klein, Richard and Rita Klemstein, Dale and Susan Koehne, Susanne Kolbeck, Henry and Peggy Konkol, Jacqueline Konnor, Clay Koop, Tamie Kopischke, Alan and Karin Kopischke, Ginny Kopischke, Joel Kostopoulos, Louie Kowalski, Sue Krafcheck, Leroy Kraus, Donald and Mary Ann Kubis, Irene Kubosch, Kathleen Kurovsky, Helga Lewein, Mr. and Mrs. Jay Libbey, Blythe Liker, Tom and Jacqueline
Linsmeyer, Deborah Lorenz, Bob and Rita Luedtke, Julie and Dennis Lukaszewski, Richard and Colleen Lumley, Robert Lyons, Kathleen Mack, Eric Mackus, Edward Malek, Abdel-Fatah Mallmann, James Mandt, Gayle Marcus, Susan Markunas, Carol Marose, Sue and John Martell, Paul and Kristine Martins, Ronald and Kay Matt, Dennis and Kathleen Mattefs, Jo Ann Maynard, John and Marguerite McHale, Julie Meller, Robert Merkel, Charles and Janet Metcalf, Mark Minkley, John and Sally Mischka, Robert Muehl, Wes Mueller, Beverly and Robert Mueller, David and Karie Muhlenhaupt, Arline Myszewski, John and Margaret Nemec, Allyson Neumeier, Brenda Nock, Gil and Kathy Nolan, Joseph Norbeck, Joyce A. Nord, Ted and Catherine O’Neill, John and Susan O’Meara, Nancy Porter Olson, Marcia Parks, David Parsons, Laura Pavich, Sharon Peebles, Kathleen Peschel, James Peterson, Betty Pfeiffer, Amy Phelps, Robert Philleo, Karen Phillips, Lawrence M. and Jo Anne Pine, Diane Pisciotta, Lorraine Prevetti, Petranilla Pribyl, Patrick and Dawn Price, Gary Rasmussen, Robert Retzlaff, Catherine Rhodes, Lyle and Faith Riemer, Julie Rightmyre, Cory Ring, Helen Roberts, John
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S U N S E T P L A Y H O U S E S TA F F A N D P R O D U C T I O N VO L U N T E E R S MANAGING DIRECTOR....................................................................................... Jonathan West* RESIDENT DESIGNER/TECHNICAL DIRECTOR....................................... J. Michael Desper* ASSOCIATE PRODUCER...................................................................................... Sarah Tullberg* DIRECTOR, SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS...................................................................... Erika Navin* OPERATIONS MANAGER...................................................................................Michelle Tucker* LIGHT BOARD OPERATORS COORDINATOR................................................ Sarah Tullberg* SCENE SHOP COORDINATOR...................................................................................Pat Westen♥ COSTUME COORDINATOR....................................................................Joanne Cunningham♥ PROPERTIES COORDINATOR....................................................................................Beth Bland♥ MASTER CARPENTER................................................................................... Dave Schumacher♥ SCENE SHOP ASSOCIATE............................................................... Stanley “Stash” Steingold♥ SOUND ENGINEER...........................................................................................................Jan Pritzl♥ 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 Loveridge♥ SIDENOTES PRODUCER.........................................................................Peggy Peterson Ryan♥ BUILDING & GROUNDS........................................................................... Jan Pritzl, Al Schimel♥ PHOTOGRAPHER........................................................................................................ Jenn Mazza* BOOKKEEPER.................................................................................................................Patty Rode* BOX OFFICE LEAD................................................................. Stephanie Rejman Staufenbeil* BOX OFFICE STAFF...............................................................Diane Bernier*, Cleary Breunig*, Linnea Koeppel*, Samantha Nommenson*, Ann Thoppil*, Alicia Westphal* HOUSE MANAGER..............................................................................................Kristen Kraklow* ASSISTANT HOUSE MANAGER.......................................... Libby Amato*, Cleary Breunig*, Linnea Koeppel*, Samantha Nommenson* ARTISTIC INTERN................................................................................................ Katherine Duffy* 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 Heart♥ 12 Sunset Playhouse
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 Marla Eichmann................................................................................................................President Dick Katschke........................................................................................................... Vice President Paul Armstrong................................................................................................................. Treasurer Jonathan West...................................................................................................................Secretary Board Members at Large Robert Dude Mary Gensler Tamara Martinsek Jim Loveridge Richard Schilffarth Lee Szczepanski U P C O M I N G S H OW S STAGE DOOR Heroine,Terry Randall, and a group of aspiring young actresses flock to the bright lights of the Broadway stage like moths to a flame. This divine story about searching for fame, fortune, and a life on the stage was a classic Hollywood film starring Katharine Hepburn, Ginger Rogers and Lucille Ball. This sassy love letter to the magic of theatre is full of memorable characters, spunk, spirit and wit. September 13- September 30, 2012 TIME CAPSULE THE SIXTIES: PART ONE A decade so big and juicy that we can only take half a bite. We’ll start by exploring the rock and roller coaster years of 1960-1964. September 17 – September 18, 2012
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U P C O M I N G AU D I T I O N S STAGE DOOR by Edna Ferber and George S. Kaufman Audition Dates: July 16 & July 17 (7:00pm) Possible Callbacks: July 18 (7:00pm) Performances: September 13-September 30, 2012 Roles Needed: 11 men and 21 women Rehearsals: August 6-September 13 Auditions will consist of readings from the script. All auditioners will need to fill out an Audition Information Sheet. These forms can be filled out the night of your audition or ahead of time! Download the form online, fill it out at home, and bring it with you the night of your audition to speed up your audition process.
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 2012-2013 Season have changed and are as follows: Full Price Tickets Plays and Musical Mainstage: $22 Full Price Tickets Musicals: $25 Senior Price Plays, Musicals, and Musical Mainstage: $2 off regular price Student Price Plays, Musicals, and Musical Mainstage: $2 off regular price Group Price Plays, Musicals, and Musical Mainstage: $18 Value Nights Plays and Musicals: 1/2 off regular price SideNotes Cabaret: $20 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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by Herb Gardner | August 9-26, 2012 A comic chestnut from the 1960s! Murray Burns believes in living life fully, even if that means going to the movies instead of looking for a job. Unfortunately, his eccentric, carefree nature makes him a questionable role model while raising his twelve-year-old nephew in New York City. Directed by Jonathan West Featuring Matt Daniels, Thomas Kindler, Tom Klubertanz, Patrick Lawlor, Beth Mulkerron & Stephan Roselin
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