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Theatre in the Park is proud to present
HELLO, DOLLY!
Book by MICHAEL STEWART
Music & Lyrics by JERRY HERMAN
Based on the play The Matchmaker by THORNTON WILDER
Original Production Directed and Choreographed by GOWER CHAMPION
Produced for the Broadway Stage by DAVID MERRICK AND CHAMPION FIVE, INC.
starring
Layla Abu Saada Jessica Alcorn Abby Allen Anna Avery
McKenna Bizal Ivan Calderon Megan Clifford Nicholas Crawford
Reece Dickerson Patrick Graham Chris Halford Stuart Jackson
Hayden Krapes Cody Kreutzer Trevor Lewis Isabella Lorna
Opening: Act One .............................................................................................Ensemble
I Put My Hand In ........................................................................................................Dolly It Takes A Woman .................Horace, Cornelius, Barnaby, Dolly & Male Ensemble
Put On Your Sunday Clothes ..................Cornelius, Barnaby, Dolly, Ernmengarde, Ambrose & Ensemble
Ribbons Down My Back ..........................................Dolly, Mrs. Molloy & Minnie Fay
Hello, Dolly! ...............................................................................Dolly & Male Ensemble
It Only Takes A Moment ...................................Cornelius, Mrs. Molloy & Ensemble So Long, Dearie ...........................................................................................................Dolly
Finale Ultimo ...............................................................................Principals & Ensemble ACT II
HELLO, DOLLY! is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com
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Who’s Who in the Cast
Layla Abu Saada (Minnie Fay) is thrilled to be back at TIP for her second summer! Hello, Dolly has been an exciting and fulfilling experience and she is grateful to stand beside all her castmates while dressed in their best Sunday Clothes. Enjoy Minnie Fay and the world of Hello, Dolly!
Jessica Alcorn (Irene Molloy) is back for her 25th season. Favorite roles include Princess Fiona (Shrek) Tracy Turnblad (Hairspray) and Bea (Something Rotten). Offstage, Jessica owns a hair studio in Prairie Village, SunRae Hair Designs. Love to Mom and Nick. This one’s for you, ACW.
Abby Allen (Ensemble) is so excited to be in another show at TIP this summer! She was also in Bye Bye Birdie. She is thrilled to be performing with such a talented cast! Hope you enjoy the show! Love to Georgia and Greta!
Anna Avery (Ensemble) is stoked to return to the park! Recent credits: TIP (Mamma Mia!, Zombie Prom), MTKC Pro (Hollywood Live: Holiday Edition), KU (Cabaret), Theatre Lawrence (All Together Now!). Upcoming: Smet Theatrics (Spring Awakening). Sending love to fam and friends! @theannaavery
McKenna Bizal (Ensemble) is a rising senior at the University of Kansas with a double major in psychology and dance. This is her third show at the Park, most recently being in White Christmas! She is so thankful to her family and friends for all their support and love. @mckenna.bizal
Ivan Calderon (Ensemble) is very excited to perform for the first time with TIP! Recently, he played Musidorus in William Jewell College’s production of Head Over Heels. Ivan would like to thank his family and William Jewell’s theatre program.
Megan Clifford (Ensemble) (She/hers) is a KC born and raised actor and so excited to be making her TIP debut! She has a BFA in Musical Theatre from Southeast Missouri State University and would like to thank her incredibly supportive partner Elliott!
Nicholas Crawford (Ensemble) BFA
Musical Theatre major at UCM, is thrilled to make his TIP debut in Hello Dolly! Previous roles include Newsies (Davey), Cinderella (Prince Topher), Wizard of Oz (Hickory/Tin Man), and Xanadu (Thalia). Break a leg everyone! IG: @nicholasdcrawford
Reece Dickerson (Ensemble) is a rising junior pursuing a BFA in Musical
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Theatre at Drake University. This is his second TIP show, with his first being last season’s Meet Me In St. Louis. He is thrilled to be back at the park and to be working with such talented people!
Patrick Graham (Cornelius Hackl) is excited to make his TIP debut in one of his favorite shows! Burns & Mac employee by day, and singer/ performer/teacher/director by night. Proud @firstactkc, Mizzou, and Eastman alum. Much love to family, friends, and his incredible wife Becca.
Chris Halford (Horace Vandergelder)
This is Chris’ 13th show at TIP. This one is special because 17 years ago his daughter Courtney was Minnie Fay in her last show here on the TIP stage. All his love to Terry and Courtney.
Stuart Jackson (Rudolph Reisenweber) is thrilled to be in his fifth TIP show! Recent credits include A Man Of No Importance (Carney) at OCTA and Kinky Boots (George) at the White Theater. Stuart sends love and thanks to Jodi, Jacob, Joshua and Oliver for all their support and encouragement!
Hayden Krapes (Ensemble) is excited to perform in his first TIP show! He studies Mechanical Engineering and Music at KU. His favorite roles include Evelyn Oakleigh (Anything Goes) and Gleb Vaganov(Anastasia). He thanks his parents for their unwavering support. Enjoy the show!
Cody Kreutzer (Ensemble) is thrilled to return to TIP! Recent credits include: Mr. Mayor (Seussical), Reuben (Joseph. . .Dreamcoat), and Angel (Kinky Boots). He recently graduated with a Master’s in Arts Leadership and Cultural Management from CSU. Cody would like to thank his family
and friends for their continued support. @cody_kreutzer
Trevor Lewis (Ensemble) is a freshman from Overland Park, Kansas. This is Trevor’s first TIP performance. He was in Anastasia, Mary Poppins, and Newsies. He’d like to thank his family, friends, and teachers for motivating me to keep going.
Isabella Lorna (Ernmengarde) is so excited for her 4th TIP show! Last summer she was in Freaky Friday. Recent roles include Wizard of Oz (Dorothy) and Mean Girls (Gretchen) at SMS. Isa will be attending Oklahoma City University in the fall for a BM in Musical Theatre.
Margo Mikkelson (Dolly Gallagher Levi) is excited to be back at TIP for her 3rd show; Music Man, Curtains, now Hello, Dolly! She’s a performer, Music Director and accompanist in the KC metro. Thank you for supporting live theatre, enjoy the show!
Maeve Murphy (Ensemble) Currently a 3rd year theatre student at UMKC hoping to choreograph and teach for theatre. Maeve is so excited to be back on the stage again after a long break! Choreography: Chicago Teen Edition, Topeka West High School; Directing: The Play That Goes Wrong, Topeka West High
Katherine Petersma (Ernestina) is thrilled to be performing at Theatre in the Park with the cast of Hello Dolly! Credits include: Rocky, Beautiful (MTKC Pro), Bright Star (STG), Les Miserables, Thoroughly Modern Millie (IPT), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (MNUT). Love and gratitude to her family, friends, teachers, fellow artists, and the entire
Artist: Chris Dahlquist
creative team. @katherinepetersma
Gavin Ruder (Ensemble) is excited to return to the TIP stage. This will be his 5th show at TIP. He’s been in Mamma Mia, Zombie Prom, Freaky Friday and Footloose. Thanks to all friends and family for the support!
Paul Ruf (Ensemble) is a junior at KU studying Biochemistry with a minor in Dance. Previous credits include Meet Me in St. Louis (TIP), Milking Christmas, Cabaret (KU), and On Your Feet! (Starlight). He wants to thank his family for their support.
Alicen Silva (Ensemble) is so excited to be a part of this production! This is her first show at TIP. You will also see her in the Teen Ensemble of West Side Story at Starlight later this Summer!
Weston Thomas (Barnaby Tucker) is a Missouri State University alum. Various performance highlights include: Legally Blonde (Starlight); Funny Girl, A Chorus Line (MTH); Something Rotten, Newsies (White Theatre); The Prom, Elf (MTKC Pro); Freaky Friday, Seussical, SpongeBob, Something Rotten, Matilda, Newsies, Mamma Mia, Annie, (TIP). Thanks to family, friends, and Austin!
@Weston_Thomas
Clara Thompson (Ensemble) is excited to be making her debut with TIP this summer! Some other recent shows she has been in include Legally Blonde at Starlight Theatre, Bye Bye Birdie with MTKC Pro, and Disney’s Newsies at Blue Valley High School. Owen Unrein (Ensemble) is very excited to be in his first production at TIP! In high school, he has been in Anastasia, Mary Poppins, and Newsies. Owen would like to thank
his family, friends, and directors for their support and encouragement throughout his theatre journey.
Jack Wilson (Ambrose Kemper) is so excited to be home for the summer to bring you this killer show! In the fall he will return to Wichita State University to continue his studies in Music Education. He hopes you enjoy the show! HAGS
Harper Wright (Ensemble) is excited to make her third TIP appearance! Favorite previous roles include: Glinda in Wizard of Oz (Aquinas), ensemble in 13 (TIP), and Tessie (White Theatre) / Kate (TIP) in Annie. She dances at LE Dance Studio, and studies voice with Alyssa Nance.
Who’s Who in the Orchestra
Steve Adams (Trombone) has been the band director at Shawnee Mission South for many years. He has been playing in pit orchestras since his high school years including quite a few Theatre in the Park productions.
Rawlan Cave (Bass) This is Rawlan’s second TIP production playing bass. He is a graduating senior from Olathe Northwest high school and hopes you enjoy the show!
Ben Dresbach (Tenor Saxophone) is a senior at Olathe Northwest and is proficient on alto, tenor, baritone, and soprano saxophones. Among other first-chair positions, Ben was named lead alto of the 2024 KMEA All-State Honor Jazz Band. He can’t wait for Hello, Dolly!
Joe Gall (Clarinet/Tenor Saxophone) is an MU School of Music graduate, musical instrument repairman, and a fan of all things Jazz. Joe is happy to
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Our programs include fun and exciting events such as dances and movie nights. We strive to make a positive impact by enhancing the lives of our participants and their families.
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return to TIP and would like to thank his family for their continued love and support.
Lee Hake (Trumpet) Veteran of 17 TIP & 108 musical productions, is proud to be Your Trumpeter. Highlight accomplishments are Trumpeter for 3x Emmy Award Winning Steve & Kathy Show & 2024 Bronze Medal winner at North America Brass Band Association Soloist competition.
Sarayah McClure (Flute) is a junior at Olathe Northwest High School. She was in the pit orchestra for Matilda at ONW. She plays flute, piccolo, and tenor saxophone in the concert, marching, and jazz programs at her school.
Noah Moore (Trumpet) is a 2024 graduate of Olathe Northwest high school. At Northwest Noah participated in all band functions at the highest level. This past year Noah achieved a top chair at the KMEA state honor band.
Abby Van Oosbree (Clarinet/Alto Saxophone) a 17-year-old from Olathe Northwest, plays clarinet and saxophone. She is in Raven Winds and Jazz 1, and has played in the pit orchestras for Urinetown and Matilda. Abby is excited to join the Hello, Dolly! pit and will attend the University of Kansas after graduation.
Iason Wilson-Brown (Drums) has played percussion extensively with the Shawnee Mission South band, jazz band, Orchestra, and theater. He has played Wizard of Oz, Mean Girls, and Pippin, and is excited to play with TIP for the first time.
Who’s Who on the Production Team
Libby Bradley (Costume Designer/ Coordinator) is back at the park, this time with one of her favorite shows! Last year she costumed Meet Me in St Louis at TIP and is excited to work with Liz Ernst for the first time this summer. She is resident costumer for Olathe East High School and MidAmerica Nazarene University, and has costumed for Leawood Stage Company, The White Theatre, MTKC and many others. Much love to my hubby, Jim.
Syd Culley (Asst. Stage Manager) is a first year college student at Savannah College of Art and Design. They have been doing theatre for the past 7 years and plan to study film acting and film production in college. They have worked in shows both on and off stage with this being their first time assistant stage managing, which
they are very excited for. They thank their parents and hope you enjoy the show!
Chase Ellis (Asst. Stage Manager) This is Chase’s third show with TIP and he is excited to be working with this amazing cast and crew. He has been watching shows at TIP all his life and it is always a joy to get to be apart of it. Chase is a theatre student at the KU where he coaches the improv team Sunny Side. He would like to thank his friends, family and all his mentors throughout the years.
Hannah Ernst (Co-Choreo grapher) is delighted to have had the opportunity to work alongside director and mother, Liz Ernst, on her directorial debut of Hello Dolly. Hannah has many wonderful memories choreographing TIP shows with her mother. She also enjoys working alongside her at their dance studio, LEDance, in Overland Park. Hannah could not be prouder of the work ethic, dedication, and heart this cast & staff has put into this show. Hope you enjoy the show!
Liz Ernst (Director/Co-Choreographer)
As Dolly says “Look at the old girl now, fellas” Liz is thrilled to be making her directorial debut with HELLO DOLLY, alongside other fabulous female directors this season. Dolly holds a special place in her
heart, as it is the musical she met her husband. Liz is excited to be working alongside her daughter, Hannah, as co-choreographer. This past June, Liz celebrated 20 years as owner of LE Dance Studio. Proud mom of Hannah, Ellery & Caleb.
Grant Martin (Wardrobe Supervisor) Grant is beyond thrilled to be doing Hello Dolly! at TIP. This is Grant’s 9th show with the park. Most recently costuming this seasons production of Bye Bye Birdie. He has also participated in their recent productions of Seussical, Little Shop of Horrors, and Shout! He thanks his Friends, family, cast, and Production Team for all their support!
@musicalgrant88
Amelia O’Berg (Stage Manager) This is Amelia’s fifth TIP show and first time stage managing at the park! She is so thankful for the opportunity to work with such incredible people and spend her whole summer stage managing. She would like to thank the cast of Birdie for being her warmup, the Dolly cast for being the best cast ever, and her family for putting up with her coming home so late from rehearsals.
Pam Williamson (Music Director/ Conductor/Accompanist) is excited to be a part of this wonderful production with so many talented
and kind people! Pam teaches choral music at Olathe Northwest HS and has been a music educator in Kansas for 33 years. She enjoys music directing for musical theatre productions and has done so in multiple venues. TIP has a special place in her heart! Enjoy the show!
SPECIAL THANKS
Leawood Stage Company for letting us borrow props and costumes.
Olathe East High School for letting us borrow furnitue, props, and costumes.
First Act for letting us borrow props.
Cindy Flasopher for letting us borrow props.
MidAmerica Nazarene University for letting us borrow costumes.
Front of House Staff ......Moria Aubuchon, Zach Connett, Anthony Crawford, Brett Garlett, David Giem, Ella Hanks, Nicole Hanson, Roux Harper, Maria Heath, Matt Hermann, Becky Johnson, Norah Kelly, Andro Miller, Caden Moffitt, Sam Moore, Nathan Neal, Harley Neubauer, Lena Pendleton, Austin Pixton, Arann Raven, Teresa Rock, Danny Rutherford, Mason Schultz, Kade Stultz, Rowan Tate, M Thomas, Brianna Thomas
