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Based on a conception of JEROME ROBBINS Book by ARTHUR LAURENTS Music by LEONARD BERNSTEIN Lyrics by STEPHEN SONDHEIM Entire Original Production Directed and Choreographed by JEROME ROBBINS Director
CATHY ROY Original Jerome Robbins Choreography Adapted by JAYME WAPPEL Production Director CHRIS BALL
Musical Director/Conductor CHARLES SANTORO
Technical Director BEN MERRICK
Lighting Designer BEN WEILL
Hair and Wig Designer DEREK ALFANO
Assistant Director DAYNA GRAYBER
Production Stage Manager CURTIS SHIELDS
Assistant Stage Manager KATHERINE WAINSCOTT
“Original Scenic Design by James Youmans” West Side Story is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com The videotaping or other video or audio recording of the production is strictly prohibited.
Program Made Possible By: This program is made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
CAST OF CHARACTERS THE JETS
JEFF LAWLESS SCOTT MCCREARY* CHRISTIAN HARVEY WILL FLAMM ABRAHAM DEITZ-GREEN MATTHEW LINTERN LARRY TOYTER LIAM ANGELO HARRY ECHTMAN TAYLOR OLSEN JESSE BUSH
Riff Tony Action A-Rab Baby John Big Deal Diesel Gee-tar Mouthpiece Snowboy Tiger
JET GIRLS
BRIANNA ASCIONE ELLEN MIHALICK HANNAH FEDERMAN JULIE DWOSKIN ABIGAIL FLETCHER MADELEINE LEVINSOHN BAILEY MCGUINN HANNAH NYE ANNA SKELTON NICOLE STREGER VERONICA TULLO
Anybodys Graziella Velma Minnie Clarice Pauline Bonnie Patsy Ruby Jeanette Vivian
Doc Glad Hand Krupke Lt. Schrank
THE SHARKS
MICHAEL DIGANGI JOSIAS COSME DENNIS OLIVEIRA TOPHER BASHANT JOSHUA COHEN NILE BIRCH BRANDON KIM NICK PROFITO ARMIN PASCAL RYAN DOMALEWSKI
Bernardo Chino Pepe Nibbles Frederico Indio Toro Juano Luis Roberto
SHARK GIRLS Maria Anita Rosalia Consuelo Francisca Teresita Estella Delfino Lilliana Alicia Marisol Adelita Margarita Ignacia Esperanza
ALESSANDRA LEPERA LAUREN CSETE* RACHEL LEVY BRITTANY DINARDO MARIA SCHNEIDER KELLY BELARMINO JULIANNA BELLES KACIE BROADFIELD ALLIE CIGMAGLIA SUNGCHIN ERASO MIA MONTERO MADELIN MORALES ALEXANDRA OSORIO CHELSEA SAKDALAN LILLY VAZ
THE ADULTS
VICTOR GALLO RYAN DOMALEWSKI TIM AMALFITANO JOSHUA BERG
"SOMEWHERE" SOLOISTS: JOSHUA BERG & MADELIN MORALES
CHILDREN'S "SOMEWHERE" CHORUS JAEDEN ANTONELLI THOMAS BECHT JOCELYN COLLETTI ELLA JUNE CONROY
AVERY DELANEY ZOE HART JANA KISLIN ABIGAIL MANFRED
MEREDITH MITCHELL DAVID OLIVEIRA ERIC OLIVEIRA KEVIN OLIVEIRA
MADELYN PASUIT ANNIE RIONDA NAINA SLAUGHTER UMASOFIA SRIVASTAVA
*Scott McCreary & Lauren Csete appear through the courtesy of Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States.
Director/Choreographer CATHY ROY Musical Director CHARLES SANTORO Choreography Adapted by JAYME WAPPEL Production Stage Manager CURTIS SHIELDS Assistant Stage Manager KATHERINE WAINSCOTT Production Director CHRIS BALL Technical Director BEN MERRICK Costume Designer BARBARA CANACE Assistant Costume Designer ARCHIE HENDERSON Associate Costume Designer KATHY NYE Wig Designer/Stylist DEREK ALFANO Lighting Designer BEN WEILL
Production Manager Production Coordinator Head Sound Engineer IATSE Steward Lighting Director Technical Assistant Audio Technician Props Coordinator Assistant Director Fight Choreography Fight Coordinator Dance Captain
Scenery and Props courtesy of Paper Mill Playhouse, Millburn, NJ
DAVE BROWN KATIE WANNER ANGELIQUE MATHER JOHN O'KRINSKY JIM SARGENT LUKE KOSTUCHIK NICK GIAMO JON RODRIGUEZ DAYNA GRAYBER ROBERT DIDOMENICO JON RODRIGUEZ ELLEN MIHALICK
The action takes place on the West Side of New York City during the last days of Summer... PROLOGUE: The months before...
ACT I
5:00 PM. . .............................................. The Street 5:30 PM. . ............................................. A Backyard 6:00 PM. . ..................................... The Bridal Shop 10:00 PM.. .............................................. The Gym 11:00 PM.. ......................................... A Back Alley Midnight.......................................The Drugstore THE NEXT DAY 5:30 PM. . ..................................... The Bridal Shop 6:00 to 9:00 PM..................... The Neighborhood 6:00 PM. . ............................... Under the Highway
ACT II
9:15 PM. . ......................................... The Bedroom 10:00 PM.............................................Another Alley 11:30 PM.. ....................................... The Bedroom 11:40 PM.. ......................................The Drugstore 11:50 PM.. ............................................. The Cellar Midnight............................................. The Street
MUSICAL NUMBERS ACT I
Prologue........................................................................ Jets and Sharks Jet Song........................................... Riff, Baby John, Snowboy, and Jets Something's Coming...................................................................... Tony The Dance at the Gym................................................... Jets and Sharks Maria.. ............................................................................................. Tony Tonight. . ......................................................................... Tony and Maria America.. ..................................................Anita, Rosalia, and Shark Girls Cool. . ............................................................................. Riff and the Jets One Hand, One Heart. . .................................................. Tony and Maria Tonight (Quintet and Chorus). . .............................................. Company The Rumble. . ........................................... Riff, Bernardo, Jets and Sharks
ACT II
I Feel Pretty......................................Maria, Rosalia, Consuelo, Francisca Somewhere Ballet........................................ Tony, Maria and Company Gee Officer Krupke.......................................Action, Snowboy, and Jets A Boy Like That............................................................. Anita and Maria I Have A Love................................................................ Anita and Maria Taunting.................................................................... Anita and the Jets Finale.................................................. Company and Children's Chorus THERE WILL BE ONE 15-MINUTE INTERMISSION
ORCHESTRA Conductor: Charles Santoro
Violin: Anthony Bevilacqua Reed 1: Jess Amato Reed 4: Kyle Hill Trombone: Federico Perez Keyboard: Chris Curcio
Cello: James Celestino Reed 2: Mike Webb Trumpet 1: Tim Wendt French Horn: Susan Braden Drums: Eric Borghi Bass: Joe Mankin
Reed 3: Jon Bencivenga Trumpet 2: Thein Amato Piano: Kevin Lynch Percussion: John Ferrari Guitar: Michael Carleo
A Note From the Director: West Side Story is one of the most memorable musicals and greatest love stories of all time! With an unforgettable score by Leonard Bernstein, lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, a powerful and poignant book by Arthur Laurents and genius conception, choreography and storytelling by Jerome Robbins, it has become known as one of theatre’s finest accomplishments. The musical, based on Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet was dramatically revised before appearing on Broadway in 1957. It was originally conceived by Jerome Robbins in 1949, and was to be set in New York City during the period of Easter and Passover. Tony was to be Catholic and Maria was to be Jewish. It was not until 1955 that the idea became to set the story around the warring street gangs of the Puerto Rican "Sharks" and the American “Jets” and the two idealistic lovers who found themselves caught between them. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice became one of the most innovative and relevant dramas of our time. West Side Story as a love story, a ground breaking musical and a social commentary challenges each of us to continue to struggle for understanding and justice. The themes that were so prevalent in 1957 are still alive today. We hope that by telling this story once again we can open the hearts of our audience to have more understanding of those whom they perceive as different and remind them of the hope and power of love in a time of tension and division in our society. It has been such a pleasure to bring this story to life at MPAC. I am so proud of our young performers as they have taken on these complex characters, extremely challenging choreography and serious subject matter with such professionalism and integrity! Your talent never ceases to amaze me! I have had the joy of collaborating with a fantastic creative team and a top-notch production staff. I thank you all from the bottom of my heart!! Lastly, we would be nowhere without our audience and we thank you all for your tremendous support. We hope that you will leave here humming these beautiful songs, dancing a mambo and believing in the power of love!!
Cathy Roy Director
A Note from the President and CEO: We are so excited and proud of the work that the cast and crew have done getting this performance ready to take the stage. West Side Story continues our tradition of memorable Spring productions, which also include Mary Poppins, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Hairspray and Les Misérables. West Side Story is the ultimate example of the amazing work that MPAC’s education department continues to do in our community and throughout New Jersey. Did you know that over 600 children participate in Performing Arts School classes annually? Or that MPAC awards over $5,000 in scholarships to these classes, so that no child is ever turned away due to inability to pay for a class? Or that over 40,000 children and their families experience MPAC education-related events? The list of accomplishments is extensive and continues to grow. Our dedication to arts education goes beyond merely teaching someone to sing, dance or act. It is focused on inspiring creativity and improving communication skills. The skills gained in arts education go far beyond the stage – they inspire confidence, cooperation and teamwork – skills essential no matter what path your child may follow. On behalf of the staff and Board of Trustees of the Mayo Performing Arts Center, I would like to congratulate Cathy Roy, our Education Director, and Director of West Side Story, her entire cast and creative team, the production crew and especially our wonderful youth performers on a job well done. We’re all so proud! Best wishes,
Allison Larena President and CEO Mayo Performing Arts Center
Cast Biographies TIM AMALFITANO (Krupke) Tim is a sophomore at Hanover Park. Most recently, Tim played Harry MacAfee in Hanover Park’s production of Bye Bye Birdie. Some other favorite roles include Juror #3 in 12 Angry Jurors, Smee in Peter Pan, George Banks in Mary Poppins, Oliver Warbucks in Annie, Orin Scrivello in Little Shop of Horrors and the Pirate King in The Pirates of Penzance. Tim would like to thank MPAC for this wonderful experience. LIAM ANGELLO (Gee-tar) is thrilled to make his MPAC debut. Previous credits include McCarter Theatre's A Christmas Carol (Peter Cratchit), Grease (Danny), The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (Peter) at Hillsborough Middle School, Les Misérables (Gavroche), Our Town at Somerset County Vocational Technical High School. He is grateful to Cathy Roy for this opportunity and for her inspired direction and Jayme Wappel and Ellen for their great dance instruction. He would also like to thank his voice teacher Stan Dunn and his family for their support and the entire cast and crew for this memorable experience. BRIANNA ASCIONE (Anybodys) is a 17-yearold junior who attends the Morris County School of Technology as a dance major and theatre minor. Her performance experience includes Big Fish (Jenny Hill), The Government Inspector (Svetsunov), Backstage Is Onstage and May Dance Concert. Brianna also works with Young Performer’s Workshop at Centenary University where she performed in A Chorus Line (Cassie), Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up? (Nancy), Merrily We Roll Along (TV Newswoman), and Centenary Stage Company’s Mary Poppins (Ensemble). Brianna would like to thank her cast, director, choreographer, musical director, family, and friends for the continuous love and support. TOPHER BASHANT (Nibbles) Topher would like to thank his parents and friends for supporting him in his continuing acting career. This is his first show at MPAC and he would like to thank all the directors and kids for accepting him so quickly into the MPAC family. Topher is a student at Morristown High School and enjoys doing the productions there too. He was in the past four MHS theater shows of A Christmas Carol, Once Upon A Mattress, You Can't Take It With You, and Legally Blonde. KELLY BELARMINO (Shark Girl) Kelly is excited for her 3rd year with MPAC’s musical! She is 16 and a sophomore at Whippany Park High School. Kelly is involved in theatre at school,
performing as Ti Moune in Once on This Island and The Witch in Into the Woods (WPHS); Maria in The Sound of Music, Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, and the Teen Angel in Grease (MJS). Kelly trained with NJ Ballet and studies voice, acting, and dance at PTW in Maplewood. She has performed in several Off-Broadway shows at Don’t Tell Mama in NYC. All of this would not be possible, however, without the love and support of her parents and grandparents. JULIANNA BELLES (Shark Girl) Julianna is excited to be in yet another phenomenal MPAC production! She has taken part in Hairspray, Les Mis and Mary Poppins here as well and is a long time member of the Mayo Performing Arts Company. She was this year's under 18 winner of Morristown Onstage and is a junior at the Morris County School of Technology where she has played Asaka in Once on this Island and The Witch in Big Fish. She is so extremely grateful for the opportunities the MPAC community has given her and wishes the cast and crew the very best! JOSHUA BERG (Schrank/Somewhere Soloist) is thrilled to be in West Side Story. This is his fourth mainstage production with the Mayo Performing Arts Center. He played George Banks last year in MPAC’s Mary Poppins. Some of his numerous past roles in musicals and operettas include Archibald (The Secret Garden), Corcoran (H.M.S. Pinafore), Marco (Gondoliers), and Benny (Guys and Dolls). Joshua attends The Juilliard School’s precollege division as a voice major under Ms. Lorraine Nubar and is a sophomore at Bernards High School. Joshua has recently been ranked first tenor in the state of New Jersey by the New Jersey Music Educators Association. In his free time, he loves to ski and sail. He would like to thank Cathy, Charles, and the whole production staff for putting so much work into this great show and guiding us to be the best actors, singers, and dancers that we can be. NILE BIRCH (Shark Guy) Nile is proud to be making his Mayo Performing Arts Center Spring Musical debut in West Side Story! He would like to thank his Dad for being his strongest support source, his brother for constantly keeping him entertained, his cousin for always driving him everywhere, and his grandma for being the loving person she is. Along with the rest of the cast, Nile has spent countless hours rehearsing this show (all of which was enjoyable, of course)
and hopes that you enjoy the final result. Play it cool! KACIE BROADFIELD (Shark Girl) MayoPAC debut! Favorite credits- Cabaret (Lulu/Dance Captain), Heathers (Goth Girl, Veronica U/SNJ Premiere), Les Misérables: School Edition (Main. Ensemble/Feat. Dancer), Legally Blonde (Serena/Dance Captain), CATS (Etcetera/ Rumpus Cat), All Shook Up (Mayor Matilda), The Addams Family (Choreographer), The 25th Annual... Bee (Mitch Mahoney/ Choreographer). She studies at the Institute for American Musical Theatre (IAMT) in New York City. She'd like to thank Cathy, Jayme, Charles, the rest of the production team, her mom and dad, her friends, Andrew, Tonna, and the #IAMTSquad for the support. To the cast: Breaks lots of legs! JESSE BUSH (Tiger) is happy to be returning to MPAC in this fabulous production. He is from Randolph, NJ and currently studying theatre at Montclair State University. Some of his favorite credits are Jinx in Forever Plaid, Theo in American Idiot, Lockstock in Urinetown, and Black Stache in Peter and the Starcatcher. He would like to thank the production team for giving him this wonderful opportunity and experience. Also he loves all his friends and family for their endless support. ALLIE CIMAGLIA (Shark Girl) is excited to be a Shark Girl in West Side Story for her first year at MPAC. Allie is a sophomore at Whippany Park High School. She has performed in Into The Woods (Ensemble), The Wonders of Alice (Alice), and Once on This Island (Mama Euralie). Allie is a member of Whippany Park’s Madrigals choir and had the honor of performing at Carnegie Hall. Allie is a competitive dancer with Diamond Dance and enjoys competing in tap, contemporary, and lyrical. She would like to thank her incredibly supportive family as well as the cast, crew, and directors. JOSH COHEN (Shark Guy) is a freshman at Randolph High School, member of MPAC's Performing Arts Company and student mentor for MPAC's Miracle Project. He is thrilled to be in his second main stage musical at MPAC. Josh's favorite roles include King Triton (Little Mermaid), Evan Goldman (Thirteen), and Jack (Into The Woods). Josh thanks his family, friends, fellow cast members, instructors and directors for supporting and guiding him in this terrific production of West Side Story. Enjoy the show! JOSIAS E. COSME (Chino) Josias is a dancer and performer from Mexico City where he studied acting and started dancing. He is currently studying at the Institute
for American Musical Theatre (IAMT). He previously did the ISVP program of Broadway Dance Center for 3 months. Other credits include Evita (semi-professional in Mexico), Midtown International Plays Festival “Click” (NYC), & The Phantom Cast sings Rodgers & Hammerstein at Birdland. LAUREN CSETE (Anita) Lauren was most recently seen at Feinstein's 54Below where she performed her own cabaret show as a part of the Concert Lab series. She will be performing at the Goodspeed Opera House in Oklahoma! this summer. Favorite regional credits include: Consuelo U/S Anita in West Side Story (Papermill Playhouse), Aida and West Side Story (St. Louis MUNY), Ensemble U/S Vanessa in In The Heights (Speakeasy Stage Company). She would like to thank Jaymee, Cathy, BLOC, and her amazing family for this incredible opportunity. BFA: Boston Conservatory. Tiburones por vida! ABRAHAM DEITZ-GREEN (Baby John) is excited to be in his first production at MPAC! Favorite credits include: You're a Good Man Charlie Brown (Linus), 13 (Eddie), A Year With Frog and Toad (Toad), and Fiddler on the Roof (Tevye). Abraham has been studying theater for over 5 years and this summer, he will participate in Paper Mill Playhouse’s Summer Conservatory and their New Voices Concert. Abraham would like to thank his parents and brothers for all of their support, as well as Cathy, Charles, Dayna, and the entire cast for a wonderful experience! MICHAEL DIGANGI (Bernardo) is ecstatic to be debuting with Mayo Performing Arts Center's 5th Annual Spring Musical West Side Story. He is currently obtaining his BFA in Musical Theatre with a concentration in Vocal Performance. His recent credits include playing Emmett Forest in Legally Blonde, Marius as well as the Bishop in Les Misérables, and touring with The PaperMill Playhouse Broadway Show Choir. He would like to thank Cathy, Charles, Jayme, and his friends + family for giving him the opportunity to bring Bernardo to life and making this experience one to remember! BRITTANY DINARDO (Consuelo) is thrilled to be in her first production with MPAC. Some of her past credits include Hope Harcourt in Anything Goes and Marcy Park in 25th Annual… Spelling Bee. Brittany is a graduate of Rutgers University’s Mason Gross School of the Arts where she received a Bachelor of Music. Brittany would like to thank the production staff of West Side Story for this wonderful opportunity and sends much love to her
family and friends for their constant support. Enjoy the show! RYAN DOMALEWSKI (Glad Hand) is thrilled to be returning to the Mayo Performing Arts Center for his second performance. Last spring, he had a blast playing Robertson Aye in the MPAC production of Mary Poppins. Ryan is 15 years old and is a freshman at Delbarton High School. Some of his favorite roles have been Oliver! (Oliver), My Son Pinocchio (Pinocchio), Big, The Musical (Billy Kopecki), Hansel & Gretel (Hansel), Into the Woods (The Baker) and Tom Sawyer (Ben Rogers). In addition, Ryan enjoys being part of the Mayo Performing Arts Company and Delbarton’s Schola Cantorum. Ryan would like to thank Cathy Roy, Charles Santoro, Jayme Wappel and Dayna Grayber for all of their hard work and direction. He also thanks his family for their support and love. JULIE DWOSKIN (Jet Girl) is thrilled to be in her second production here at MPAC! Julie is a recent graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University where she got a B.A. in Musical Theatre and a minor in Dance. Now Julie is working upstairs in the Administrative Office! Favorite roles include: Dainty June in Gypsy, Betty in The Crucible, Poopsie in The Pajama Game, Alto Birdgirl in Seussical, and Lori Beth Allen in Happy Days the Musical. Julie would like to thank her family and friends for being so supportive. HARRY ECHTMAN (Mouthpiece) is thrilled to be making his debut at MPAC. Some of his favorite recent credits include Freelancer/ Male Doctor in Middletown, multiple roles in On the Town, and Eugene in Grease. He would like to thank Cathy, Jayme, and Charles, as well as his parents for allowing him the opportunity to perform such an iconic show with such a talented cast. Go Jets!! SUNNIE ERASO (Shark Girl) is so excited to be back for her third MPAC spring musical! Recently, she has appeared in shows such as How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Ensemble), The Boy Friend (Lolita), and Junie B. Jones (Lucille). She is currently part of Notations, the select vocal group at her school, and Mayo Performing Arts Company, where she has performed at the 2016 Dramatists’ Guild Gala and local community events. Sunnie would like to thank the wonderful directors as well as the entire cast, crew, and production team for making this show a success! HANNAH FEDERMAN (Velma) Hannah is so honored and excited to be making her East Coast debut with MPAC! Hannah comes from
San Diego, CA where she was a member of the Corps de Ballet of the California Ballet Company. Hannah trained with the California Ballet School before being accepted into the Company as an apprentice in 2011 and a member of the Corps in 2012. Featured roles in shows including Sleeping Beauty, The Nutcracker, and Alice in Wonderland, BS degree from UC San Diego in Human Biology. WILL FLAMM (A-Rab) Credits: Oliver-u/s/ Fagin’s Gang (Oliver!), John (Peter Pan), Prince Charming (Sleeping Beauty), Baker (Into/ Woods), Papa Ge (Once/This Island) [Paper Mill PH]; Sammy (Wedding Singer) [Pebble Plyrs]; Willard (Footloose) [Smiling Rhino]; Mr. Beaver (Narnia) [UCPAC]; Gomez (Addams Family) [Shining Star]; Dickon (Secret Garden) [Plsnt Vly Prods]; Arpad (She Loves Me), Abel (Take One) [4thWall]; Lancelot (Spamalot), Callahan (Legally Blonde), Jimmie (Th’rly Mod Millie) [Class Act NY]; Jack (100 Dresses) [Pixie Dust]; Man In Chair (Drowsy Chaperone), Mushnik (Little Shop/Horrors) [Aspire PAC]; Pauper (Prince/Pauper) [Mntclr Stud Plyrs]; Evan Goldman (13),Tin Man (Wizard/Oz) [Old Lib Thtr];Yng Guido (Nine) [MSU] Yng John Buchanan (Summer/Smoke) [Opera NY]; Dauntless (Once Upon Mattress), Dodger (Oliver!) [Tony Award], [Stage Dr Mnr]; Harold Hill (Music Man), Albert (Bye Bye Birdie),Prez (Pajama Game) [Glenfield MS]; travel troupes of Paper Mill, Mayo PAC, AEA-EMC;NJTA ABIGAIL FLETCHER (Jet Girl) is a junior at Hanover Park High School. She is thrilled to be in her fifth main stage production at MPAC. Some of her most recent roles have included Melpomene in Xanadu, Juror 10 in 12 Angry Men, Mae Peterson in Bye Bye Birdie, and the Bird Woman in last year's production of Mary Poppins here at MPAC. She is also involved with the Mayo Performing Arts Company and has been taking classes with MPAC since she was 12. She would like to thank her family, friends, teachers, cast, crew, and directors for always supporting her and this production. Enjoy the show! VICTOR GALLO (Doc) has performed with over a dozen theatre companies in the metropolitan area over the last 5 years. Some favorite productions include The Other Place (Ian), Next Fall (Butch), Lost in Yonkers (Uncle Louie), Born Yesterday (Ed Devery), Veronica’s Room (Man), Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde (Utterson), Glengarry Glen Ross (Dave Moss), Of Mice and Men (Whit), Side Man (Gene), Cat On a Hot Tin Roof (Gooper), and Children of a Lesser God (Mr. Franklin). Victor is a retired actuary,
Chartered Financial Analyst, high school math teacher, and custom golf club maker. CHRISTIAN HARVEY (Action) is thrilled to be a part of his 5th MPAC MainStage Production. Recent credits include: Pirates of Penzance (General), Les Miserablés (Combferre, u/s Marius), Curtains (Aaron Fox), Damn Yankees (Mr. Applegate), Urinetown (Bobby Strong), Annie (Oliver Warbucks). This past November Christian had the incredible opportunity to perform alongside Kristin Chenoweth in her Broadway show My Love Letter To Broadway! Christian studies voice with Stan Dunn at the singing actors studio! In the fall Christian will be continuing his studies of Musical Theater at The Boston Conservatory! A special thanks to Mom, Dad, Sean, Ryleigh, both grandparents, Cathy, Jon, Jayme, and Charles for an awesome last Main Stage! BRANDON KIM (Shark Guy) is a sophomore at Wayne Hills High. Most recently, Brandon studied under the direction of Dr. Kenneth Noel Mitchell & Dr. Nate Flower at NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts HS Drama Semester in the Department of Drama. He has also attended NYU Steinhardt’s High School IMPACT Intensive for Vocal Performance. Recent Credits include 21 Guaranteed… Detention (Off-Broadway), Tarzan, Mary Poppins, Oliver, Legally Blonde, All in the Timing, Grease, Christmas Carol, and The Importance of Being Earnest. He has been admitted to NYU Tisch’s Summer HS Semester in the Department of Drama: Musical Theatre. Thank you to my family at WH & NYU, Cathy, Jayme, and Charles. JEFF LAWLESS (Riff) is a California native currently studying theatre at NYU, and is excited to be working with MPAC this year. Favorite credits include: Fiddler on the Roof, Into the Woods, Our Town, Thoroughly Modern Millie, West Side Story, and Wizard of Oz. When not performing or dressing up like SpiderMan, you can catch him at the beach or your local coffee shop. Jeff thanks his family and friends for all their support. Much love. Philippians 3:14. Insta: @jeff_flawless ALESSANDRA LE PERA (Maria) MPAC debut! Graduate from Villa Walsh Academy, and now studies theatre at Drew University. Select credits include the titular role in Peter Pan, The Secret Garden (Mary Lennox), The Music Man (Marian Paroo), West Side Story (Anybodys), Nice Work If You Can Get It (Duchess Estonia Dulworth), A Midsummer Night's Dream (Puck), Mary Poppins (Mrs. Winifred Banks), Wizard of OZ (Wicked Witch of the West), and South Pacific (Liat). Thank you to
God, her family (especially Paul, Victoria, grandparents, and dear mother), friends, mentors/teachers (especially voice teacher, Stan Dunn), and everyone involved in West Side Story for making this unforgettable experience possible! MADELEINE LEVINSOHN (Jet Girl) is so happy to be a part MPAC’s spring production once again! Madeleine is a sophomore at Newark Academy and is a member of the In Motion dance company and the Fire Island Shakespeare Players. Some of her favorite and most recent credits include Romeo and Juliet as Juliet, Seussical as Cat in the Hat, and Henry IV as Henry IV, as well as Grease, On The Town, and Mary Poppins. She would like to thank the entire cast and crew for all of their hard work and her friends and family for supporting her. Special thanks to Cathy, Charles, and Jayme for such an amazing production. RACHEL LEVY (Rosalia) Rachel is sad but excited to participate in her last show at MPAC. As a child, Rachel was in the Wonder Pets on Nick Jr., Harpers Bazaar magazine modeling as young Prada, and was in the off-Broadway show The People Garden. Since then, Rachel starred in Les Misérables at MPAC as Eponine, Legally Blonde as Vivienne, had three solo performances at 54 Below in NYC and sang "For Good" at the White House with Kristin Chenoweth. Next fall, she will be studying Dramatic Arts at the University of Southern California. She would like to especially thank her family, Cathy Roy-Spies, Charles, Jon, Jayme, and Curtis for believing in her and supporting her. MATTHEW LINTERN (Big Deal) This is Matthew's first year in the musical at MPAC. Matthew’s past performances include Jenkins in Columbia High School’s (CHS) How to Succeed, Le Fou in CHS’s Beauty and The Beast for which he earned an Honorable Mention Paper Mill Rising Star as well as appearances in several honor choirs. He would like to thank his mother for getting him into theater and hopes that he can continue to make her proud with his performances. SCOTT MCCREARY (Tony) Thrilled for first time at MPAC and first time in this show! National Tour: Dirty Dancing (Robbie Gould). TV: NBC's The Sing-Off. Opera: The Marriage of Figaro (Count Almaviva); Giasone (Hercules). Cellist: Cabaret (Broadway), New Haven Symphony, MM Rice University. Former Yale Whiffenpoof, Psychology major, and Eagle Scout. Thanks to Catherine, Mom, Dad, Helen, BBR, the William Esper Studio, and
to Alison, Dayna, Cathy, Jayme and Charles! scottmccreary.com BAILEY MCGUINN (Jet Girl) Bailey is a junior at Morristown High School. She is elated to be performing of her fifth MPAC Mainstage production. She has also been involved with MPAC through their classes and vocal lessons for almost 10 years. Recent productions include Grease, Once Upon A Mattress, and Legally Blonde at the Morristown High School. She would like to thank the incredible directing team, cast, and crew for their endless support and dedication. She hopes you enjoy the show. ELLEN MIHALICK (Graziella) Ellen grew up at NJ Ballet and NJ Dance Theater Ensemble. Now in NYC, Ellen is a Radio City Rockette. Dance training includes Complexions Contemporary Ballet Pre-Pro Program, Barton Movement’s Axis Connect, and Vancouver Arts Umbrella/Ballet BC. She has performed in Beauty and the Beast, Nothin’ Like a Dame (Marriot Marquis NYC), and at London’s Sadler Wells Theater. Other credits include GMA, Extra TV, NY Fashion Week 2017 model, and music video features. She is a Barre Teacher (NASM) and Primary Group Exercise Instructor (AFAA). Ellen is so excited to be part of this amazing production, home in NJ! MIA MONTERO (Shark Girl) is thrilled to return to the MPAC stage, after performing in The Nutcracker with the NJ Ballet Company. Broadway: Mia was invited to perform in the finale of Chicago, honoring composer John Kander (iTheatrics, Ambassador). Credits: Joseph &The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (GLHS), Oliver, Jr. (Pixie Dust Players), A Christmas Carol, Seussical Jr., & Once On This Island, (Paper Mill All-Stars), Shrek, Jr. (Wharton Institute). Mia is also a featured vocalist with the NJ Jazz Academy. Thanks to Karen Cantor, Elefante Music, NJ Ballet , Mom, Dad, Benji, Grandma, family & friends for their constant love & support. MADELIN MORALES (Somewhere Soloist/ Shark Girl) is thrilled to be back for her 3rd main stage production at MPAC! A sophomore at WEHS, favorite credits include: Aquata in “The Little Mermaid” (WEHS), Lily in “The Secret Garden” (MPAC), and Lois in “A Chorus Line” (MOC). She has won numerous national voice competitions, most recently placing 1st in the 2017 Hal Leonard Competition in the art song category, 1st in the 2016 NATS Eastern Region, and a Finalist in the international 2016 Classical Singer Competition. She is a member of MPAC’s Performing Arts Company, and Paper Mill’s Broadway Show Choir. This
summer, Madelin will be attending Boston University’s Tanglewood Institute of Voice. HANNAH NYE (Jet Girl) is thrilled to be in MPAC's production of West Side Story! Hannah is a Musical Theatre major at Montclair State University. Some of her past roles in college and high school include Evelyn Nesbit (Ragtime), Sing for Your Supper (Featured Soloist) and Demeter (CATS). She is pumped to be part of this show and sends many thanks to the cast, crew, creative team and her friends and family for their love and support. DENNIS OLIVEIRA (Pepe) Dennis is very excited to be in this production of West Side Story, his second show with MPAC. (Other credits include: Amadeus (Mozart), Jesus Christ Superstar (Jesus), Cats, Les Misérables. It's a pleasure working with such a great cast & crew. He gives special thanks to his parents for their support. TAYLOR OLSEN (Snowboy) is very excited to be performing in his third mainstage musical at the Mayo Performing Arts Center. He is a member of the Performing Arts Company at MPAC as well. With this performing arts company he sang with Kristin Chenoweth in her Broadway concert, My Love Letter to Broadway along with many other Broadway stars! His favorite credits include Eddie Souther in Sister Act and David Matthews in Rehearsal for Murder. He would like to thank his parents for always pushing him to do the best he can. He would also like to thank Cathy, Jayme, and Charles for giving him this amazing opportunity. Break a leg cast! ALEXANDRA OSORIO (Shark Girl) Alex is beyond excited and grateful to be in her first production of West Side Story. It has been an absolute dream come true. She would like to thank Jayme and Cathy for this opportunity, Steps On Broadway, and her amazing supporting family, S.N.J.J. BFA Montclair State. Thank you Mom. Thank you God. ARMIN PASCAL (Shark Guy) Originally from Mexico City he started his studies in Artestudio school of performing arts in which he had the chance to perform in musicals like: "Les Misérables" "Evita" and "The Producers" in this last one playing the role of Carmen Ghia. He was part of the singing ensamble at "The Cast Of Phantom Sings Rodgers & Hammerstein" a benefit concert for Broadway Cares. Now he continues his studies at "The Institute for American Musical Theatre" in New York City. NICK PROFITO (Shark Guy) is proud to be returning to MPAC after several years, having
been in the Junior ensemble for Hairspray in 2014. Nick has recently been seen in Black River Middle School’s The Wizard of Oz (Scarecrow), The Hexagon Players of Mendham in their production of Billy Elliott (Michael), and at The Growing Stage Theater for their production of The Fantastic Mr. Fox (Boggis). Nick currently attends Black River Middle School in Chester, NJ. He thanks his Mom, Dad, and brother Alex for their support. CHELSEA SAKDALAN (Shark Girl) Chelsea is a junior at PTHS in Pequannock and is thrilled to be on the MPAC stage for West Side Story. This is her fourth production here at MPAC. Her previous experiences include, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (ensemble), Les Misérables (ensemble) and Mary Poppins (ensemble). One of Chelsea's favorite roles was Jojo in Seussical the Musical. She is also a proud member of the MPAC Performing Arts Company. Chelsea is honored to be working with such an amazing cast and crew. She would like to thank God for the gift of performing, her friends, family, her voice coach, Jeanai La Vita, for always supporting her, and of course the cast and crew for a wonderful experience! MARIA SCHNEIDER (Francisca) is very excited to be a part of this production of West Side Story in the role of Francisca. Maria is a Junior at Morris Knolls High School, Since a young age she has had a deep love and appreciation for theatre and music. She has performed in many local and community plays, has been a part of the Morris Knolls Women's Choir, Chorale, and Madrigals. Maria is also a Performing Arts Company member at MPAC where she has had the opportunity to perform on Broadway with Kristin Chenoweth and appeared at the dramatist guild gala with other Broadway stars as well as performing for many non-profit charity events. She would like to thank Cathy Roy for her support, encouragement and opportunities. Break a leg cast and crew! ANNA SKELTON (Jet Girl) Anna is thrilled to be a part of her third main stage production here at the Mayo Performing Arts Center. Previously, Anna has been in both Les Misérables and Mary Poppins as female ensemble and Annie, respectively. Anna is also a member of the Mayo Performing Arts Company and works as a teaching assistant for the musical theater classes here at MPAC. Additionally, Anna also participates in theatre at Morristown High School where she recently played Elle Woods in Legally Blonde. Anna would like to thank her friends and family for their unending support and the amazingly, talented cast of West Side Story for making this an unforgettable experience.
NICOLE STREGER (Jet Girl) Nicole is thrilled to be performing in this year’s musical, West Side Story. A member of the MPAC Performing Arts Company for the second year, Nicole has enjoyed studying musical theatre at MPAC, Paper Mill Playhouse, Centenary College and Worth Tyrrell Studios. Last spring she was in the ensemble of MPAC’s Mary Poppins and spent the summer in the Conservatory at PMP. When not performing, she takes pleasure in her other passion of painting. Thanks to everyone involved for making this an amazing production! LARRY TOYTER (Diesel) is excited to be making his MPAC debut. His stage credits include, The Drowsy Chaperone (Feldzieg), God’s Favorite (David), Narnia the Musical (Peter), Almost Maine (Lendall and Jimmy), Wedding Singer (George), A Chorus Line (Bobby), AMDA Conservatory Showcase (Laurie), Broadway Dance Center Showcase. Larry wishes to thank the production team for entrusting him with the role. Also, Larry would like to thank Cooper Flanagan and Thomas and Linda Smargiassi for their constant support; the best teachers and mentors anyone could ask for. Larry also wants to thank his mom, dad, brother, and grandparents for their unwavering support. VERONICA TULLO (Jet Girl) is in 9th grade at Montville Township High School. She has performed at the Darress Theater in Boonton in the World Premier Musical Lost in the Field as Young Alex, played Rafiki in The Lion King, Jr. and Chava in Fiddler on the Roof. She has been studying Musical Theater at the Mayo Performing Arts Center for 6 years, studies voice with Dayna Grayber and was in Hairspray two years ago. She loves her MAYO family and is excited to be part of West Side Story. LILLY VAZ (Shark Girl) Lilly is a Junior at Chatham High School and is so excited to be a part of this production of West Side Story. This is her first year doing the musical at MPAC but she has been dancing and doing theater since she was 3 years old. Lilly is currently a student at Dance Academy of North Jersey and a few of Lilly's past productions include The Nutcracker (MPAC/NJSB), Anything Goes (Angel), Grease (Ensemble), A Christmas Carol (Martha Cratchit), Pippin (Ensemble), The Boyfriend (Hortence), Hello Dolly (Ensemble), and The Addams Family (featured dancer/ancestor). Lilly already loves everybody in the production and would like to thank everyone for being so open and kind. Lilly would like to thank her family and friends for being so supportive and always cheering her on. Break a leg cast and crew!
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Congratulations to MPAC on your production of West Side Story! "Tonight, tonight won't be just any night" it will be a sensation!
Congratulations to the cast and crew of West Side Story. Ryan Domalewski, we continue to be so proud of you. You played a great Glad-Hand. Love, Mom, Dad, Jay and Kylie Thank you to Cathy Roy, Charles Santoro, Jayme Wappel, and Dayna Grayber for all of your help and direction.
ABOUT OUR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS As one of New Jersey’s anchor arts institutions, Mayo Performing Arts Center education programs are critical to our mission to provide cultural enrichment for both young audiences and the general public. MPAC is committed to the extension of arts education and appreciation through theatre classes, workshops and seminars, school and community outreach programs, adult enrichment programs and teacher training. Our education programs provide significant opportunities for young people, increasing their exposure to the arts and expanding our cultural contribution to the community. Programs Include: • The Performing Arts School • The Performing Arts Company • Annual Spring Musical Production • Explorations Through the Arts schooltime performances • Music Student of the Month student recognition • Artist-in-school residencies • The Miracle Project • Program cover contest visual arts program cover contest • Poetry Out Loud regional host • Free community pre-school programs • After school enrichment programs • Intern program
There’s a place for us….. But for you Mia, it has always been on a stage! Congratulations to the entire cast and crew of West Side Story! A nuestra hermosa & talentosa hija, sigue tus sueños y estaremos contigo durante todo el camino. ¡Te queremos mucho! Mom, Dad, Benji y Josie.
Congratulations to the entire cast and crew! Tim (Krupke) - We're so proud of you! Love, Dad, Mom, Riley & Daniel
We are so proud of our Maria and Taylor! It has been an amazing journey and you both continue to inspire us and make us proud! Your "Somehow, Someday, Somewhere" is now and always. Congrats to the entire cast and crew! Break a leg! Love, The Olsens and the Schneiders
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Production Staff Biographies DEREK ALFANO (Hair & Wig Design) is thrilled to return as wig designer for the fourth time at MPAC. He has been employed at the Paper Mill Playhouse in Millburn, NJ for the last 10 years. Regional and national tour theater credits for hair and wig design include: Hairspray, Mary Poppins, A Christmas Story, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Annie, Bullets Over Broadway, 42nd Street, Dirty Dancing, The Producers, etc. CHRIS BALL (Production Director) Chris is the House Production Director for all events at MPAC. West Side Story is Chris' fifth production with the MPAC Performing Arts School, having formerly been the Lighting Designer for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Hairspray and Les MisĂŠrables and Production Director for Mary Poppins. He is very happy to once again be working with this talented production team and cast! Chris was the former House Lighting Designer for MPAC having held that position from 2003-2008 and again from 2013-2015. Chris has also served as Shop Manager and Union Steward in the lighting shop at Christie Lites Broadway, a professional lighting company specializing in providing lighting equipment to Broadway shows in NYC as well as professional Broadway tours. Chris lives in Manville, NJ with his wife Heather, 8-year-old daughter Ainsley and 2-year-old son Wesley. LEONARD BERNSTEIN (Composer) was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts. Bernstein was appointed to his first permanent conducting post in 1943, as Assistant Conductor of the New York Philharmonic. In 1945 he was appointed Music Director of the New York City Symphony Orchestra, a post he held until 1947. Bernstein became Music Director of the New York Philharmonic in 1958. From then until 1969 he led more concerts with the orchestra than any previous conductor. He subsequently held the lifetime title of Laureate Conductor, making frequent guest appearances with the orchestra. More than half of Bernstein's 400-plus recordings were made with the New York Philharmonic. Bernstein traveled the world as a conductor. Bernstein contributed substantially to the Broadway musical stage. He collaborated with Betty Comden and Adolph Green on "On The Town" (1944) and "Wonderful Town" (1953). In collaboration with Richard Wilbur and Lillian Hellman and others he wrote
"Candide" (1956). Other versions of "Candide" were written in association with Hugh Wheeler, Stephen Sondheim et al. In 1957 he again collaborated with Jerome Robbins, Stephen Sondheim, and Arthur Laurents, on the landmark musical "West Side Story," also made into the Academy Award-winning film. In 1976 Bernstein and Alan Jay Lerner wrote "1600 Pennsylvania Avenue." In 1985 the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences honored Mr. Bernstein with the Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award. He won eleven Emmy Awards in his career. BARBARA CANACE (Costume Designer) After designing costumes for last year's spring musical, Mary Poppins, Barbara is delighted return to Mayo to work with the talented cast, crew and production team of West Side Story. She designs costumes for The Theater Project, an award winning New Jersey professional company (selected credits: Crowns, The Groundling, The Hound of the Baskervilles, The Further Adventures of Hedda Gabler, Miss Witherspoon). She has been privileged to design for many productions at Columbia High School's theater program where she received nominations for Paper Mill Rising Award for Costume Design for CATS and Ragtime and Beauty and The Beast. (Other credits include: H2$, Legally Blonde, West Side Story, Peter Pan, Grease, Annie, and Little Shop of Horrors. DAYNA GRAYBER (Assistant Director) is thrilled to be working on her first MPAC main stage production alongside Dir. Cathy Roy! Born and raised in Paramus, NJ, she is currently a director, voice teacher, actor, singer, and makeup artist. Back in 2007, Dayna received an M.M. in Vocal Performance: Music Theatre and shortly after toured the country with the National Tours of Mel Brooks' The Producers and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. After touring, she returned to NYC in 2010 where she continued to perform, and began directing and coaching students from all over NJ and NYC. For the past few seasons, she has taught students at MPAC Performing Arts School in Musical Theater Workshop and Private Voice Lessons. She is so proud to work with the entire team here at MPAC! Thank you to Cathy Roy for this amazing opportunity! Thank you to Jean for all of your guidance! Love to Jamie, my Valjean.
ARCHIE HENDERSON (Assistant Costume Designer) Archie is happy to join the costume crew for Mayo's production of West Side Story. He began sewing at a young age and hopes to enter FIT next year. Along with acquiring vintage clothing, Archie's most recent creative venture is reconditioning and reupholstering furniture. Archie is a graduate of Columbia High School. He spent six months in Berlin after graduating. ARTHUR LAURENTS (Book) An awardwinning playwright, screenwriter, librettist, director and producer, Arthur Laurents has been responsible for creating the librettos of many Broadway shows including Gypsy, Anyone Can Whistle, Do I Hear A Waltz?, Hallelujah, Baby! and Nick & Nora. He wrote the screenplays for The Snake Pit, Anna Lucasta, Anastasia, Bonjour Tristesse, The Way We Were and The Turning Point. He also wrote the plays Home Of The Brave, The Time Of The Cuckoo and A Clearing of The Woods. He directed I Can Get It For You Wholesale, Anyone Can Whistle, Gypsy, La Cage Aux Folles, Birds Of Paradise and Nick & Nora. BEN MERRICK (Technical Director) Ben currently is the Technical Director for the Montclair State University Department of Theatre and Dance where he runs the scene shop, builds productions for the school, and teaches classes. Prior to that, he worked for City Theatrical, Inc. for three years as their Electronics Assembly Manager, and for two years as their New Product Development Manager. He holds an MFA from the Yale School of Drama in Technical Design and Production, and a BA from Pomona College. KATHY NYE (Associate Costume Designer) Kathy is delighted to be part of the MAYO story. She has been on team costume at Columbia High School, SOMS, and The Theater Project. Kathy was nominated for a Paper Mill Rising Star Award for Costume Design for CATS. Credits include West Side Story, Legally Blonde, Ragtime, and Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Nye has also provided props for MAYO, the South Orange - Maplewood school district, Interact Theater and The Theater Project. She would like to thank the production team at MAYO and her theater loving family! JEROME ROBBINS (Original Director & Choreographer) is world renowned for his work as a choreographer of ballets as well as his work as a director and choreographer in theater, movies and television. Although he began as a modern dancer, his start on
Broadway was as a chorus dancer before joining the corps de ballet of American Ballet Theatre in 1939, where he went on to dance principal roles in the works of Fokine, Tudor, Massine, Balanchine, Lichine, and de Mille. His first ballet, Fancy Free (1944) for ABT, still in many repertoires, celebrated its fiftieth birthday on April 18, 1994. While embarking on his career in the theater, Mr. Robbins simultaneously created ballets for New York City Ballet, which he joined in 1949, and became an Associate Artistic Director with George Balanchine. Mr. Robbins has directed for television and film as well, with his codirection and choreography of West Side Story winning him two Academy Awards. After his Broadway triumph with Fiddler On the Roof in 1964, Mr. Robbins continued creating ballets for New York City Ballet. He shared the position of Ballet-Master-in-Chief with Peter Martins until 1989. He has created more than 60 ballets, including Afternoon of a Faun (1953), The Concert (1956), Les Noces (1965), Dances At a Gathering (1969), In the Night (1970), In G Major (1975), Other Dances (1976), Glass Pieces (1983) and Ives Songs (1989) which are in the repertories of the New York City Ballet, the Ballet de l'Opera de Paris and major dance companies throughout the world. His most recent ballets include A Suite of Dances with Mikhail Baryshnikov (1994), 2 & 3 Part Inventions (1994), West Side Story Suite (1995) and Brandenburg (1996) all of which premiered at New York City Ballet. In addition to his two Academy Awards, Mr. Robbins' awards and citations include four Tony Awards, five Donaldson Awards, two Emmy Awards, the Screen Directors' Guild Award and the New York Drama Critics Circle Award. Mr. Robbins is a 1981 Kennedy Center Honors Recipient, was awarded the Commandeur de L'Order des Arts et des Lettres, is an honorary member of the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters, and was awarded a National Medal of Arts as well as the Governor's Arts Awards by the New York State Council on the Arts. Some of his Broadway shows include On the Town, Billion Dollar Baby, High Button Shoes, West Side Story, The King and I, Gypsy, Peter Pan, Miss Liberty, Call Me Madam and Fiddler on the Roof. In 1989, Jerome Robbins' Broadway won six Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Director. He was most recently awarded the French Chevalier dans l'Ordre National de la Legion d'Honneur. Jerome Robbins passed away in 1998.
CATHY ROY (Director/Choreographer) has been Director of Education at MPAC for the last 12 years and feels extremely fortunate to work for such a wonderful organization and foster the talents of thousands of students each year. As a director and choreographer, she has worked at such theaters as Sacramento Music Theater, The North Shore Music Theater, The North Carolina Theater, Village Light Opera Group, The Chautauqua Institution, Theater By The Sea, Michigan Opera Theater, The Garden State Arts Center, New York University, West Point Academy and many more. She was a featured performer on “A Tribute to Gilbert and Sullivan” with The Boston Pops on PBS. She has provided entertainment for such organizations as The American Cancer Society, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, The United Nations, Ellis Island, The Ronald McDonald House, The Dramatists Guild and many more. She is a graduate of New York University and a member of Actor’s Equity Association. Cathy would like to thank her family for always supporting her and her collaborators Charles & Jayme, her fantastic production team and brilliant cast for helping to bring this show to life!! She dedicates this show to the memory of her amazing Father who was her biggest fan and supporter, brought her to her first theatre class and never missed a single show. CHARLES SANTORO (Music Director/ Conductor) is glad to be back for his third production at the Mayo Performing Arts Center. Santoro is a professional pianist, music director, conductor, and arranger. He has music directed and played for various productions on Broadway, Off-Broadway, at the Tony Award-winning Paper Mill Playhouse, as well as at various regional productions. Broadway: School of Rock, Matilda, and BCEFA Gyspy Awards/Easter Bonnet Awards. OffBroadway: Disenchanted! The Musical, Silence! The Musical, Urinetown, and Zapata! The Musical. National Tour: Matilda The Musical and Sophisticated Ladies. MPAC: Les Misérables and Mary Poppins. Regional: Chaplin, Big Fish, American Idiot, Cabaret, A Christmas Story, Spring Awakening, A Chorus Line and Next to Normal - just to name a few. He is a graduate of William Paterson University where he studied music education with a concentration in classical piano and voice. Recently, Charles music directed the 20th anniversary production of Rent at the Harbor Lights Theatre in NYC. Charles has arranged
and accompanied artists such as Kerry Butler, Christine Pedi, Kimberley Locke, Constantine Maroulis, Donna Vivino, Telly Leung, Rob McClure, Tyce Green, Jennifer Damiano and Laura Osnes - among many others. He is the recipient of a few awards, including Best Orchestra and Outstanding Music Director. Love and gratitude to his family, friends, cast, crew, and the orchestra. Special shout out to Cathy and Jayme, as it truly has been a pleasure working together! Keep up with Charles online @charlessantoro CURTIS SHIELDS (Production Stage Manager) - is ecstatic to be returning to MPAC for West Side Story! Recent MPAC credits include Mary Poppins (ASM) and Les Misérables (ASM). Curtis is a New York City based Lighting Designer for dance and theatrical performances and holds a BFA in Lighting Design from Montclair State University. Most recently he has designed Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida, West Side Story, Fallen Skies (Off-Off Broadway) and Triumph of Love. Shields is the recipient of the 2017 and 2016 Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Region II Honorable Mention in Lighting Design for Aida and Triumph of Love. Many thanks to Cathy Roy! STEPHEN SONDHEIM (Lyrics) wrote the music and lyrics for Saturday Night (1954), A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (1962), Anyone Can Whistle (1964), Company (1970), Follies (1971), A Little Night Music (1973), The Frogs (1974), Pacific Overtures (1976), Sweeney Todd (1979), Merrily We Roll Along (1981), Sunday in the Park with George (1984), Into the Woods (1987), Assassins (1991), Passion (1994) and Road Show (2008) as well as lyrics for West Side Story (1957), Gypsy (1959) and Do I Hear A Waltz? (1965) and additional lyrics for Candide (1973). Anthologies of his work include Side by Side by Sondheim (1976), Marry Me a Little (1981), You're Gonna Love Tomorrow (1983), Putting It Together (1993/99) and Sondheim On Sondheim (2010). He composed the scores of the films "Stavisky" (1974) and "Reds" (1981) and songs for "Dick Tracy" (1990) and the television production "Evening Primrose" (1966). His collected lyrics with attendant essays have been published in two volumes: "Finishing the Hat" (2010) and "Look, I Made A Hat" (2011). In 2010 the Broadway theater formerly known as Henry Miller's Theatre was renamed in his honor. KATHERINE WAINSCOTT (Assistant Stage Manager) is a junior BFA Theatre Production/ Design student at Montclair State University.
MSU Production Stage Management credits include: Danceworks 2017, Aida, Dance Collage 2016, Perfectly Frank, Sing For Your Supper, and the Dirty 9 sketch/comedy group. MSU Production Management Credits include: West Side Story, Michigan Murders, and Misalliance. This past summer she worked at the Mac-Haydn Theatre, where she was the assistant stage manager for seven main-stage productions and the stage manager of three children’s productions. JAYME WAPPEL (Choreographer) is thrilled to join the MPAC family for West Side Story! A North Carolina native, Jayme now resides in NYC. Choreographic credits include: Oklahoma!, Joseph and the Amazing…, Beauty & the Beast, Seussical, Guys & Dolls, Godspell. Performance credits include: West Side Story (Paper Mill Playhouse); Guys & Dolls (Goodspeed Opera House); Mary Poppins, Thoroughly Modern Mille, Starlight Express (Tuacahn Amphitheater); Yo, Vikings! (Pittsburgh Playhouse), Royal Caribbean (aerialist/dancer). Jayme is a proud Point Park
University graduate and member of Actor's Equity Association. Jayme is currently the Dance Captain and Swing for Attack of the Elvis Impersonators, playing Off-Broadway at the Lion Theater. Huge thanks to Cathy, Charles, Jon, Dayna and the MPAC staff for their collaboration and help! Endless love to my family and friends! Ooblee-oo! Follow at @ jaymewapp and www.jaymewappel.com. BENJAMIN WEILL (Lighting Designer) is a NYC based lighting designer. He has received the Broadway World - New Jersey award for Best Lighting Design of a Musical. He has designed touring and sit-down shows on both coasts, including: They’re Playing Our Song, The Pirates of Penzance, Monty Python’s SPAMALOT, HMS Pinafore, Fiddler on the Roof, Les Misérables, Ruddigore, South Pacific, ….Charlie Brown, Songs for a New World, The Diary of Anne Frank, Into the Woods, Book of Days, The Crucible, Cloud 9, Cyrano de Bergerac, and Lorca in a Green Dress. www.benjaminweilldesign.com.
Mayo Performing Arts Center Board of Trustees Joseph M. Goryeb, Chairman Robert Mulholland, Vice Chairman Anita J. Siegel, Esq., Secretary & Legal Counsel Matthew Finlay, Treasurer Allison Larena, President & CEO Wendy Aresty Sally Epstein Edward A. Gramigna, Jr., Esq. Linda Hellstrom John P. Hyland, CFP Unjeria C. Jackson, MD Thomas C. Jardim, Esq.
Mark A. Jones Jefferson W. Kirby Marylyn McLaughlin Howard Moseson James F. Quinn Harry J. Riskin Mary Jane Robertson Douglas B. Sieg Gregory J. Supron David Welsh Chairman Emeritus Bud Mayo Trustee Emeritus Leonard Sichel
HONORARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Honorable Brendan T. Byrne The Honorable Timothy P. Dougherty The Honorable Thomas H. Kean, Sr. Joe Piscopo John Pizzarelli
Staff Allison Larena Administration Ed Kirchdoerffer Sasha Pensado Anthony Scareon Charles Miller Adrienne Beck Shayna Super Julie Dwoskin Michele Bezak
President & CEO General Manager Finance Director Manager of Administration & Board Relations Programming Consultant Programming Manager Programming Assistant Administrative Office Assistant Accounting Assistant
Box Office Box Office Manager Cheryl Yosh Assistant Box Office Manager Carolyn Zybura Box Office Associate Denise Biel Box Office Associate Eileen Fee Box Office Associate Marthe Lablans Box Office Associate Mimi Leiter Box Office Associate Marlene Rabiner Box Office Associate Erica Henderson-Smith Development Development Director Marysue DePaola Assistant Director of Development Justin Wynn Membership & Special Lana Missaggia Events Manager Development Associate Christina Wolfe Development Assistant Danielle Isermann Education Cathy Roy Jenny Boeckel
Education Director Education Manager
Musical Director Darius Frowner Jon Rodriguez Performing Arts School Coordinator Marketing Jean Leonard Michael Dundon Lauren Soule Lindsey Fu Operations Lee Kaloidis Mark Mattera Erin Pach Michael Del Vecchio John Ricca Matthew Hill Jen Clarke Jose Figueroa Walter Urban Production Chris Ball Dave Brown Katie Wanner James Sargent Angelique Mather Karen Kogut Luke Kostuchik
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Our Mission Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey. The 2016-2017 season is made possible, in part, by a grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as support received from the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation, F.M. Kirby Foundation and numerous other foundations, corporations and individuals.
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Far Hills inspires academic excellence and life skills such as resourcefulness, resilience, integrity, self-control, and a myriad of other invaluable traits that lay the foundation for lifelong success. We call that RIGOR. A co-educational day school for PreK-Grade 8
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