The Prom Program

EMMA NOLAN ............................................................. Mar Rifenberg

ALYSSA GREENE Molly Duddlesten

DEE DEE ALLEN ............................................................Heather Toller

BARRY GLICKMAN ................................................................ Jeff Witt

TRENT OLIVER ................................................................. Logan Mays

ANGIE DICKINSON ......................................................... Geri Greeno

MRS. GREENE Kelli Jaecks

MR. HAWKINS ................................................................ Scott Ramp

SHELDON Noah Vanderburgh

NICK ............................................................................ Hunter Moate

KAYLEE ............................................................... Ashley Dankenbring

KEVIN Mason Fuller

SHELBY .........................................................................Bailey Hittner

ADULT ENSEMBLE Julia Allwein, Maynard DeWitt Jr, Ara Duddlesten, Mat Genuser, Ellie Knoll, Kelly Sigrah, Maliyah Swartwout, Marley Whisenhunt, Megan Woodward

TEEN ENSEMBLE ...................... Eva Hernandez, Julia Hollingsworth, Maleah Hopkins, Finley Klocksieben, Emmalee Reyes, Liam Smith, Anna Tandy, Ethan Trevino

Music

Book & Lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Book by Bob Martin.

PRODUCTION STAFF

DIRECTOR ..................................................................... Robert Salberg

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ........................................................ Jill Sorensen

VOCAL DIRECTOR ...............................................................Kent Wilson

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR .....................................................Chris Benham

CHOREOGRAPHER ............................................................ Geri Greeno

SET DESIGN Chris Benham

SCENIC PAINTERS Scott Ramp, Alicia Scherer

SET CONSTRUCTION Saul Coria, Rob Sim, Becky Tei, Noah Vanderburgh, The Cast and Crew

STRIKE CREW Finch Lappinbusch, Antonio Schoaps, Rob Sim, Becky Tei, Elizabeth Tei, Noah Vanderburgh

LIGHTING DESIGN ......................................................... Wendy Boyack

LIGHT HANG ............................................................. Rob Sim, Jeff Witt

LIGHT TECHNICIAN ................................................... JD Reid-Holbrook

MUSIC TRACKS................................................. Shaleen Reid-Holbrook

SOUND DESIGN ................................. Michael McIntosh & Dani Potter

SOUND TECHNICIAN ........................................................... Dani Potter

STAGE CREW .................... Ellie Gerber, Sara Hoelter, Georgia Howard

SPOTLIGHTS .................... Miles Hopkins & Georgia Luetchfeld-Russell

COSTUME DESIGN ....................................................... Mary Ann Potter

COSTUME TEAM ........................ Jamie Breckenridge, Shaula Coulson, Kelli Jaecks, Cheri Lentz, Samantha Lyons

HAIR & WIGS Lindsay Schuh

MAKE UP TEAM Jen Ackerson, Lily Ackerson, Mya Brittan, Maisy Fisher

ASL COACH Darcie Chin

STAGE MANAGER Lisa Godwin

PHOTOGRAPHY ................................................................. Vicki Woods

POSTER DESIGN .............................................................. Isaac Mitchell

PROGRAM DESIGN ......................................................... Carlee Wright

HOUSE MANAGER .......................................................... Chris McCarty

BOARD LIAISON ............................................................ Kaelyn Kappes

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OVERTURE

ACT ONE

CHANGING LIVES Dee Dee Allen, Barry Glickman & Ensemble

CHANGING LIVES (mini reprise) .......... Dee Dee Allen, Barry Glickman & Ensemble

CHANGING LIVES (reprise) ................. Dee Dee Allen, Barry Glickman, Trent Oliver, Angie Dickinson

JUST BREATHE ................................................................. Emma Nolan

IT'S NOT ABOUT ME ................................... Dee Dee Allen & Ensemble

DANCE WITH YOU ................................. Emma Nolan & Alyssa Greene

THE ACCEPTANCE SONG ......................... Trent Oliver, Barry Glickman, Dee Dee Allen & Adult Ensemble

YOU HAPPENED ................. Nick, Kevin, Kaylee, Shelby, Emma Nolan, Alyssa Greene & Teen Ensemble

WE LOOK TO YOU ............................................................... Mr. Hawkins

TONIGHT BELONGS TO YOU .................... Barry Glickman, Emma Nolan & Ensemble

ACT I FINALE .......................................................................... Ensemble

ACT TWO

ZAZZ .................................................. Angie Dickinson & Emma Nolan

THE LADY'S IMPROVING ............................................... Dee Dee Allen

LOVE THY NEIGHBOR ...................... Trent Oliver, Shelby, Kaylee, Nick, Kevin, Teen Ensemble & Adult Ensemble

ALYSSA GREENE Alyssa Greene

BARRY'S GOING TO PROM ............................................ Barry Glickman

UNRULY HEART.................................. Emma Nolan & Teen Ensemble

CHANGING LIVES ACT II ..................... Barry Glickman, Dee Dee Allen, Trent Oliver, Angie Dickinson, Sheldon, Mr. Hawkins

IT'S TIME TO DANCE ........................... Barry Glickman, Dee Dee Allen, Trent Oliver, Angie Dickinson, Mr. Hawkins, Emma Nolan & Ensemble

It’s long been studied that most people’s greatest fear is public speaking. Looking at the definitions of fear, I can see the connection of public speaking being something people dread. We are opening ourselves up to judgment by our peers, community and strangers. This can trigger a stress response, especially for those who are shy or may not have self confidence. Most people emerge from that experience and realize, “Hey, that wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be.” Public speaking is a very real and personal fear for many people.

FEAR (noun): An unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain or a threat.

FEAR (verb): To be afraid of (someone or something) as likely to be dangerous, painful or threatening.

I’ve long wondered why people are so fearful of differences in others when there is absolutely no effect on their lives or safety. This manufactured fear AND misunderstanding/miseducation of how others live their lives seems to be the root cause of the conflict in The Prom.

One of the greatest gifts of theater is that what we present on stage can, at times, be a reflection of our society. It’s an opportunity to look at ourselves in the mirror and reflect on our behaviors and beliefs. Theater allows an opportunity, in the most non-confrontational way, to experience and relate to someone who may be marginalized, discriminated against or judged, especially for those who may never have experienced such intense societal rejection.

Today we’re seeing fear-mongering like never before toward the LGBTQIA+ community. We’re accusing teachers of “indoctrination” by simply following state standards in education, attacking freedom of speech and the right to read books, and somehow conflating drag story time as dangerous.

Our community is stronger when we seek to understand; this is achieved when our minds are open and we practice humility and compassion.

I hope Emma and Alyssa’s story gives you perspective, makes you think, and touches your heart.

Robert Salberg Director

Robert Salberg (he/him) Director

2024 marks Robert’s 24th year and The Prom marks the 15th show he’s directed at Pentacle Theatre! He’s been seen on stage most recently in 2019’s Dashing Through the Snow and 2016’s Urinetown: The Musical. His many directing credits include The Diviners (2008), Seussical (2009), Fiddler on the Roof (2010), Annie (2010), Rent (2011), 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2012), Legally Blonde (2013), Les Misérables (2014), Young Frankenstein (2015), 9 to 5: The Musical (2016), Seussical (2016), Spamalot (2017), Little Shop of Horrors (2018), Mamma Mia! (2019), and Shrek the Musical (2023). Robert is the drama teacher at Howard Street Charter School and the executive director of Children’s Educational Theatre. He is also the assistant cross country and track coach at South Salem High School.

Jill Sorensen (she/her) Assistant Director

Jill is excited and grateful for another adventure with this exceptional production team and talented cast. Her Pentacle Theatre production team credits include Shrek the Musical, Mamma Mia!, Little Shop of Horrors, The Savannah Sipping Society, Spamalot, Jesus Christ Superstar, Seussical, 9 to 5: The Musical, Urinetown: The Musical, The Addams Family, Young Frankenstein, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, and Into the Woods She directed the 2018 Pentacle production of Calendar Girls and the 2019 Pentacle production of The Great American Trailer Park Musical. When not at the theater, Jill works as a chief operations officer at Catholic Community Services and enjoys spending time with family and friends.

UPCOMING AUDITIONS

Boy Gets Girl

Showdates: Jun. 7 to Jun. 29

Auditions: March 16, 2024

Clue on Stage

Showdates: Aug. 23 to Sept. 14

Auditions: May 18, 2024

Kent Wilson (he/him)

Vocal Director

Kent is excited to be involved with another Pentacle Theatre production! As a musician, he's worked on Shrek the Musical, Chicago, The Secret Garden, Legally Blonde, Little Shop of Horrors, Seussical, and Cinderella, and was seen on stage in the fundraiser production of The Little Mermaid. During the day he is a middle school choir teacher in the Beaverton School District. Thanks for coming and enjoy the show!

Geri Greeno (she/her)

Choreographer/Angie Dickinson

Originally from Omaha, Nebraska, Geri has been involved in theater for over 40 years, with more than half of that here at Pentacle Theatre. Geri has been active both on and off stage, having directed Other Desert Cities, The Nerd, and The Curious Savage, and choreographed and directed The Boyfriend, My Fair Lady, and Jesus Christ Superstar at Pentacle Theatre. Geri has choreographed several shows for Pentacle including Guys and Dolls, Mary Poppins, Urinetown: The Musical, 9 to 5: The Musical, Seussical, The Great American Trailer Park Musical, Nunsense, Spamalot, A Christmas Carol, Cabaret, Little Shop of Horrors, and last year’s production of Shrek the Musical. When not at the theater, Geri works for the state of Oregon and enjoys spending time with her husband Chris and their dog Gidget.

Julia

Allwein (she/her)

Adult ensemble

This is Julia’s first show at Pentacle Theatre and she is so excited! Her previous experience includes high school theater around Columbus, Ohio, including Into the Woods and Willy Wonka, as well as theater for social change in Mushullakta, Ecuador. Offstage, Julia enjoys boxing, reading and singing pretty much all the time. She would like to thank her amazing parents for all their incredible support.

Ashley Dankenbring (she/her)

Kaylee

Ashley had her Pentacle Theatre debut in 2018 as Ronette in Little Shop of Horrors. Since then, she has graduated from Oregon Institute of Technology with her registered dental hygienist license, and is currently working as a dental hygienist. In her high school years, Ashley was seen in South Salem High School's production of The Little Mermaid and Sprague High School's production of Anything Goes. Throughout her life, Ashley has been an active member of choir, band, dance, and theater. She is grateful for the felicity the arts bring, and the support she receives from her kin.

Maynard DeWitt Jr (they/them)

Adult ensemble

This is Maynard’s second production at Pentacle Theatre, their first being the ensemble in Spamalot. They first started performing in their elementary school choir and continued through middle and high school. They graduated from Central High School in 2019 and while attending performed in White Christmas as Ensemble, Band Geeks as Stewart Dixon, Aladdin Jr. as Guard #2, The Lion King Jr as Ed, Mamma Mia! as Ensemble, Fiddler on The Roof as Motel Kamzoil, and several other productions. Last fall they finished their first wine harvest and plan to do more in the future. During their free time they love to play guitar, play games, walk, and spend time with friends. They want to thank their family for encouraging them to pursue acting in high school and for the continued support during these productions. They plan to continue performing in community theater and pursue a career in the performing arts.

Ara Duddlesten (she/her)

Adult ensemble

This is Ara’s first production at Pentacle Theatre. She has been involved in theater since she was in grade school in various acting roles, crew positions, and choreography. In her spare time, Ara enjoys traveling, dancing, going to the beach, and spending time with her family and her sweet, silly dog Mabel. She is excited to be involved in theater again, especially since she and her sister Molly are in the show together!

Molly Duddlesten (she/her)

Alyssa Greene

Molly is super excited to be involved in her second Pentacle Theatre production! Molly is a long-time performer and musical theater enthusiast. You might have seen her as Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy in Pentacle's proudction of Shrek the Musical. Other notable credits include Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family (Broadway Rose Theatre Company), Rodeo Girl in Analog & Vinyl (Broadway Rose Theatre Company), and Casey in First Date (Enlightened Theatrics). In her free time, Molly enjoys spending time with family and friends as well as her fiancé, Noah, and their two very silly tabby cat sons.

Mason Fuller (he/him) Kevin

Mason is extremely overwhelmed, but excited, to be making his Pentacle Theatre debut in The Prom (one of his favorite musicals) playing Kevin. Mason has been performing since 3rd grade. He originally discovered theater through dance; however, he truly found his passion for theater after playing Gomez Addams in The Addams Family. This being Mason’s first ever Pentacle show, he is ecstatic to start a new chapter in his career.

Mat Genuser (he/him)

Adult ensemble

2024 is an exciting year for Mat Genuser with his return to Pentacle Theatre, both on stage in The Prom and serving on the Pentacle Theatre Governing Board. A veteran of many musicals in the PNW, Mat has appeared on stage as the Emcee in Cabaret, Edward Bloom in Big Fish, Detective Hanratty in Catch Me If You Can, Roger Debris in The Producers and the Baker in Into The Woods, to name a few. Mat also served as co-choreographer for The Producers, The Music Man, Hello Dolly, Curtains, and Pentacle Theatre’s productions of Godspell and Hair

Eva Hernandez (she/her)

Teen ensemble

This is Eva’s first show at Pentacle Theatre. Other theater experience includes performing through Children’s Educational Theatre, and most recently in South Salem High School’s production of The Sound of Music

Bailey Hittner (she/her)

Shelby

Bailey has enjoyed the stage since age 11, when she played Marta in a local production of The Sound of Music. Her love of musicals continued into high school, where she starred as Sherry in Rock of Ages and Judy in 9 to 5: The Musical, among other roles. After graduation, Bailey moved to LA for cosmetology before returning home to Oregon in late 2020. She now works at CTEC and is enjoying time with her family. This is Bailey's first Pentacle Theatre production and she hopes to have many more opportunities with Pentacle in the future.

Julia Hollingsworth (she/her)

Teen ensemble

Julia was introduced to theater in 7th grade and has stuck with it ever since. This summer she participated in her first year of Children’s Educational Theatre and performed in her first community theater show at Theatre 33. She is incredibly excited to be a part of her first show at Pentacle Theatre.

Maleah Hopkins (she/her)

Teen ensemble

Maleah was in theater throughout middle school and now in high school. She has also done Children’s Educational Theatre for the past few summers. This is her first musical with Pentacle Theatre, and she is very excited to get more involved with community theater.

Kelli Jaecks (she/her)

Mrs. Greene

Kelli is excited to return to the Pentacle Theatre stage with this production and its messages of love and acceptance! Her most recent credits include Exit Laughing (Leona), Shrek the Musical (Witch), and Mamma Mia! (Tanya) at Pentacle Theatre. Other favorite theater credits are Much Ado About Nothing (Leonata) with Struts and Frets, and Acts of Creation (Reed) with Theatre 33. Kelli is proud to serve on the Pentacle Governing Board. When not at the theater, she works with her husband Ron to send people on the vacation of their dreams. Thanks to the cast and crew of this fun and culturally important production! “Build a prom for everyone, show them all it can be done.”

Finley Klocksieben (he/him)

Teen ensemble

Finley Klocksieben is a freshman at South Salem High School, where he is active in choir. He has performed with Children’s Educational Theatre and Howard Street Charter School. He played Mufasa in The Lion King Jr. and King Triton in The Little Mermaid Jr. This is his first Pentacle Theatre production.

Ellie Knoll (she/her)

Adult ensemble

Ellie is excited to return to the Pentacle Theatre stage. She was last seen on stage at Theater 33 as Helen in Working for Crumbs. Some of her favorite credits include Charlotte in Cinderella, Jeanie in The Great American Trailer Park Musical, Roz Keith in 9 to 5: The Musical, and Helga in Cabaret. She would like to thank the support of her husband and family; without them, performing would not be possible.

Logan Mays (he/him)

Trent Oliver

Logan is incredibly excited to return to the Pentacle Theatre stage for his second show as Trent Oliver in The Prom. He performed under Robert Salberg’s direction at Pentacle last year in Shrek the Musical, as Papa Ogre, the Duloc Greeter, and the Bishop, after nearly a decade away from the stage. When not rehearsing for The Prom, Logan has been busy preparing for fatherhood. His performance is dedicated to his wonderful, supportive wife and “Baby Bean,” expected June 2024.

Hunter Moate (he/him)

Nick

Hunter is excited to be joining the cast of The Prom for his Pentacle Theatre debut. He is currently a student at Chemeketa Community College and co-president of the theater club. Hunter has been part of many singing groups in Salem over the past decade and appeared as Hans in the Sprague High School performance of Frozen Jr.

Scott Ramp (he/him)

Mr. Hawkins

Scott returned to the Salem area in 2020 after spending most of the past 40 years living in Los Angeles, working as an actor/director and as a makeup artist and teacher. Since returning to the Salem area, Scott has been seen at Pentacle in It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play and at The Elsinore in A Little Night Music: In Concert. He also directed the play Terra Nova at Pentacle Theatre and designed and oversaw the makeup for last year’s hit musical Shrek. Prior to moving back to Salem in 2020, Scott was last seen onstage as Lazar Wolf in a 16-week run of Fiddler on the Roof at the Lawrence Welk Resort near San Diego. In addition to acting in dozens of productions around Los Angeles from Shakespeare to Broadway touring companies (La Cage Aux Folles with Broadway legends Larry Kert and Harvey Evans), Scott has taught makeup, acting and directed dozens of plays as a faculty member at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Hollywood since 1985. He runs large-scale events, primarily at Universal Studios Hollywood and Six Flags parks and has been the makeup designer at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Los Angeles since 1992. He appeared on Season 5 of the SyFy television series Face/Off. He designed makeup for numerous productions at The Old Globe in San Diego, including the world premiere of Meteor Shower with Steve Martin and Camp David with Richard Thomas. As a makeup artist, he has taught and

mentored hundreds of artists over the years, one of whom won the Best Makeup Academy Award in 2014 and thanked him at the Oscars.

Mar Rifenberg (she/they)

Emma Nolan

Mariah “Mar”

Rifenberg is ecstatic to be playing the role of Emma in The Prom. Mariah has participated in many community and college level performances over the past 10 years. The Prom will be her second show at Pentacle Theatre after moving to Salem from southwest Michigan in 2022. Previous roles include Ogress Fiona in Shrek the Musical, Alison in Fun Home, Sister Mary Robert in Sister Act, Penny Pingleton in Hairspray, and Velma in Chicago. They are thrilled to be portraying this iconic queer role, as it is a story that sits close to her/their own heart as an LGBTQ+ individual, who grew up in the Midwest. Mariah would like to thank all the friends and family who have come to support the Pentacle Theatre and herself in this production.

Emmalee Reyes (she/her)

Teen ensemble

Emmalee Reyes is a sophomore at South Salem High School and has been doing theater since she was 10. She's very passionate about theater and wants to pursue it in the future. She has been in many productions, her favorite being Guys and Dolls. When she's not doing a show, she is practicing tap dance and playing the ukulele.

Kelly Sigrah (she/her)

Adult ensemble

Kelly Sigrah is so excited to be performing in a Pentacle Theatre show for the first time! She started getting involved in theater in the last few years as her three kids have gotten older, enjoying dance lessons, voice classes, and musicals. Her favorite roles have included the Fairy Godmother and a Holiday Inn dancer, both in Monmouth. She runs Little Heroes Preschool in Monmouth, and is currently a grad student in organizational leadership at WOU. She also loves to spend time with her spouse, children, and bassett hound puppy. She is so grateful for her family’s support as she has explored her love for performing!

Liam Smith (he/him)

Teen ensemble

Liam is a junior at South Salem High School. He was last seen at Pentacle Theatre as Jesse in Distracted and is excited to be back after so long. For fun, Liam sings in multiple choirs at his school and plays whatever video games he can get his hands on. He lives with his mom, dad, and sister (when she is home from college) as well as two cats, two goats, eight chickens, and a really mean sheep. His favorite color is purple, his favorite animal is a moth, and he thinks yogurtcovered raisins are underrated.

Maliyah Swartwout (she/they)

Adult ensemble

Maliyah is super excited to be a part of Pentacle Theatre’s production of The Prom! This is her first step back on stage since her role as Linus in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown at North Salem High School in 2021. When not on stage, Maliyah enjoys spending time with her family and friends at home. She would like to thank her family, especially her Memaw, for always supporting her and her performance dreams.

Anna Tandy (she/her)

Teen ensemble

Anna is a senior at South Salem High School and has been a part of the theater world since 3rd grade with Children’s Educational Theatre, where she now works as a teaching assistant. The Prom is Anna’s first Pentacle Theatre show and she is very excited to become a part of the Pentacle family! After the recent closure of her dance studio of 15 years, Anna is excited to be able to have time to participate in a show where she can be with old friends and make new ones.

Outside of theater, Anna enjoys dancing, art, photography, all kinds of music, and singing in South’s Symphonic Choir and Southernaires Jazz Choir. She loves spending time with family, friends, and her cat, Basil. She also happens to do a pretty fantastic Jennifer Coolidge impression.

Heather Toller (she/her)

Dee Dee Allen

Heather is actively involved with theater in the mid-Willamette Valley and has been a director, actor, board member, and committee volunteer at Pentacle Theatre. Some of her favorite directing experiences include Yellow, God of Carnage, and Sordid Lives. Her favorite roles include Becca in Rabbit Hole, Lady of the Lake in Spamalot, Betty in The Great American Trailer Park, and Judy in 9 to 5: The Musical. Other theater-related experiences include Little Mermaid in the Elsinore's premier production of Disenchanted! and the ensemble of Enlightened Theatrics' Sweeney Todd. Heather works in employee benefits and loves spending time with her husband Bryan and their two extremely spoiled felines.

Ethan Trevino (he/him)

Teen ensemble

Ethan is an 8th grader at Howard Street Charter School. This will be his second production at Pentacle Theatre, and he is extremely proud to be part of the cast for The Prom. You may have seen him in Elf Jr., Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr., Shrek The Musical, and Seussical The Musical, to name a few. He would like to thank his parents for their continuous support and encouragement to continue and pursue his passion of theater, acting and music.

Noah Vanderburgh (he/him)

Sheldon

This is Noah’s second appearance on the Pentacle Theatre stage after playing the Mad Hatter in Shrek the Musical last year. Being a mechanical engineer pays the bills, but helping out with the tech and set construction at Pentacle provides the thrills! He also enjoys just chillin’ with his fiancée, Molly, and their two cats, Henry and Jamie.

Marley Whisenhunt (she/her/they/them)

Adult ensemble

Marley Whisenhunt began participating in musical theater at age 12 as a member of the ensemble in Central High School’s production of The Little Mermaid Jr. In high school, she took part in many more CHS productions, playing parts such as Lucas in The Addams Family, Sky in Mamma Mia!, and Perchik in Fiddler on the Roof. Since graduating, Marley has spent her time traveling, being there for her family and taking on seasonal work at local wineries. In her free time, she loves to sing, dance, dress up, and go out with her friends. She also loves to explore, meet new people, and jam on her guitar and bass. She is super excited to perform on stage once again and to work with other wonderful thespians in her community.

Jeff Witt (he/him)

Barry Glickman

Jeff is excited to be returning to the Pentacle Theatre stage after a four-year hiatus. Jeff would like to thank his amazing husband, Jon, for supporting him in being a part of this fantastic show. The Prom marks his 30th year being involved at Pentacle. Jeff has done it all at Pentacle, from usher to director and everything in

between. Some of his favorite roles at Pentacle include Valjean in Les Misérables, Archie in The Secret Garden, Igor in Young Frankenstein, Gomez in The Addams Family, Angel in Rent, William Barfeé in 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Seymour in The Little Shop of Horrors, and Norbert in The Great American Trailer Park Musical. When Jeff is not on stage, he spends his time with friends and family – including the PNC and Supper Club and singing and performing around the Willamette Valley with the Salem Symphonic Winds. In his real life, Jeff is an insurance agent representing American National Insurance in the Monmouth/ Independence area.

Megan Woodward (she/her)

Adult ensemble

Megan is very excited to join her first production with Pentacle Theatre. Megan started her love for theater at Tualatin High School and continued doing college productions. She just graduated from the University of Idaho with a Bachelor of Science and a master’s degree in health care administration and is happy to move back to Oregon. Her favorite role she’s played was Puck in A Midsummer Night’s Dream in college. Megan would like to thank Robert for the opportunity to join the team, and her family, Austin, Dawn, Jason, and Kirby, for the endless love and support.

CAST & CREW

Chad Beguelin (Book & Lyrics)

Chad Beguelin is a four-time Tony nominee whose works include Disney’s Aladdin (Tony Award nomination for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Lyrics and Best Book) and The Wedding Singer (Tony Award nomination for Best Book and Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Lyrics). He also wrote the lyrics for the Broadway musical Elf. Chad is the recipient of the Edward Kleban Award for Outstanding Lyric writing, the Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation Award, the Gilman & Gonzalez-Falla Musical Theater Award and the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizon Award. Chad is a graduate of New York University’s TISCH School of the Arts Graduate Dramatic Writing Program.

Bob Martin (Book)

Bob Martin has been working as an actor and writer for over three decades. He has received many awards in both Canada and the US, including a Tony for The Drowsy Chaperone. Recent TV projects include Slings & Arrows (TMN, Sundance), Michael: Tuesdays and Thursdays (CBC),

Michael: Everyday (CBC), Sensitive Skin (HBO) and “Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas” (NBC). Recent theatre projects include Encores! Hey, Look Me Over (NY); The Sting (Paper Mill); HALF TIME (Chicago, Paper Mill); THE PROM (Atlanta); Elf (Broadway, Dublin, London); The Drowsy Chaperone (Toronto, Broadway, London); and Second City Toronto (Performer, Director, Artistic Director).

Matthew Sklar (Music)

Tony, Emmy, and Drama Desk Awardnominated composer of the Broadway musicals Elf and The Wedding Singer (Tony nomination for Best Original Score, Drama Desk Award nomination for Outstanding Music). He was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Music Direction for the critically acclaimed NBC stop-motion animated TV Special “Elf: Buddy’s Musical Christmas.”

Additional TV/film credits include Sesame Street, Wonder Pets, and PBS’s American Masters. Awards include the ASCAP Foundation Richard Rodgers New Horizons Award, the Gilman/GonzalezFalla Theatre Award and the Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation.

Every five years the Pentacle Theatre Governing Board honors as Lifetime Members five people who have been active in Pentacle Theatre for at least 20 years. We also remember fondly those Lifetime Members who are no longer with us.

Lifetime Members

Pamela Abernethy

Dick Bond

Robin Bower

Maggie Dayton

Jo Dodge

Chris Fletcher

Lois Hanson

Ken Hermens

Robert Herzog

Deborah Johansen

Cec Koontz

Dave Leonard

Katie Lindbeck

Pauli Long

IN LOVING MEMORY

Wayne Ballantyne

Dean Bartell

Jack Bellamy

Dr. E.B. Bossatti

Edith Bossatti

Benny Bower

Virginia Choate

Ken Collins

David Cristobal

Bill Cross

Phyllis Cross

Dave Davis

Ron Fox

Rose Ann Hansell

Mrs. Ray Loter

Marian Milligan

Nancy Moen

Debbie Neel

Jeff Sanders

Ed Schoaps

Susan Schoaps

Larry Stevens

Kathryn Straton

Faye Trupka

Cherie Ulmer

Jeffrey D. Witt

De Zajic

Tony Zandol

Anonymous

Pamela Abernethy & Chris Fletcher

Robin Bower

Laurene & Roger Brousseau

Eden Rose Brown

Cherie & Craig Cline

Susan Elliott

Linda Gilbert

Kelli & Ron Jaecks

Ed Kramer

MaryKate Lindbeck

Dennis & Linda McIntire

Jackie B. Miller

Alice Norton

Peg Pink

Bob Putnam

Margaret Ringnalda

Murco Ringnalda

Larry Roach

Dick Schmidt

Pat Schmidt

Helen Shepard

Meryl (Bill) Smith

Barbara Sullivan

Tom Ulmer

Claytene Vick

Madison Vick

Stephen Warnock

Rollie Zajic

Laurelyn

Barbara

Virginia

Carol Farber

Lois Harris

Louise Larsen

Larry

It is truly an impressive feat to reach a milestone like a 70th year (I feel qualified to make this claim since, like Pentacle, I was bor n in 1954!) As the theater reaches this remarkable achievement, I am compelled to reflect back on its history and the contributions made by the thousands of volunteers who not only kept the doors open for those years, but also ensured that the theater would thrive.

Those familiar with Pentacle’s history know that the idea of forming a community theater came from a group of Willamette University theater enthusiasts during a card game. In a scenario that seemed to come straight out of a Hollywood movie, the first production was performed in an old barn just off highway 22, with dressing rooms located in an attached chicken coop. Patrons sat on folding chairs donated by a local mortuary and enjoyed the classic comedy Blithe Spirit directed by one of Pentacle Theatre’s founders, Bob Putnam. From these very humble beginnings evolved the place we now think of as our theater “home.”

I would like to encourage our patrons and volunteers to take a closer look at several venues that capture some snippets of Pentacle history. At our downtown offices, you can view historical memorabilia, including photographs, posters, and set models designed by former technical director Tony Zandol. And downstairs in our theater lobby you can view a timeline of photographs, assembled by our history committee led by Cherie Ulmer, spanning from the earliest productions up through last year’s season.

And last, but not least, please join us as we celebrate 70 years of Pentacle Theatre history on July 13 at the Chemeketa Eola Event Center!

Ken Hermens Governing Board President

Mission Statement

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Tickets for upcoming productions are available online at pentacletheatre.org, in person at the box office (197 Liberty St. SE, Salem), or by phone (503) 485-4300. Box office hours are (Wednesday through Sunday, 11am – 5pm.

CONCESSIONS

Concessions are available in the lobby. Wine and beer can be purchased along with an assortment of other beverages and brought with you to enjoy during the show. Food is not permitted in the auditorium. Purchase a souvenir cup and receive $1 off your next drink.

NO LATE SEATING

Once the production begins, the theater doors will be closed for further seating. If you arrive after the doors have been closed, you are welcome to view the production on the monitors in the lobby downstairs until you are able to enter the theater at intermission.

If you need to leave the theater during the performance, you can view the production on the monitors in the downstairs lobby and reenter during intermission, or catch up with your party when they exit at the end of the show.

SMOKING

Smoking is allowed only in the designated area outside the lobby.

GENERAL INFORMATION

NO RECORDING DEVICES

Cameras (with or without flash) and recording devices are strictly prohibited. Please turn off cell phones during the performance.

HOW TO REACH US

Pentacle Theatre office: 503-485-4300. Box office hours: Wednesday – Sunday 11 am to 5 pm.

Online at: www.pentacletheatre.org.

MANY, MANY THANKS…

To our ushers. Pentacle Theatre could not be successful without the continued and dedicated help of our community.

PENTACLE THEATRE GOVERNING BOARD

Pentacle Theatre is an established not-forprofit theater company, providing a sevenplay season. A nine-member governing board assisted by committee chairpersons and countless other volunteers run the theater. Membership is open to all.

2024 GOVERNING BOARD AND STAFF

President ...................................................................... Ken Hermens

Vice President ................................................................. Katie Lindbeck

Secretary ...................................................................... Kaelyn Kappes

Treasurer .................................................................... Bruce Thompson

Members-at-Large .............. Mat Genuser, Kelli Jaecks, Toni King-Byous, Fawnia Oblack, Dani Potter

Executive Director .............................................................. Steven Trahan

Technical Director .............................................................. Chris Benham

Box Office Manager .................................................... Kimberly Houser Taylor

Bookkeeper ................................................................. Christie L. Smith

LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Pentacle Theatre in Salem is located within the ancestral homelands of the Kalapuya, Yamhill, and Luckiamute people who have lived here since time immemorial. In the 1850s, these tribes were displaced by colonization and were eventually resettled on reservations. We celebrate and honor the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and the Confederated Tribes of Siletz members, their resilience, and their present and future right to this land.

Ticket sales alone do not cover the cost of our productions. Your membership and donations help make this theater possible. Thank you! This list represents gifts between 1/1/2023 and 12/31/2023.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER ($2,000+)

American Endowment Foundation

Business Oregon, State of Oregon

Jo Dodge

Lisa & Marty Johnson

Oregon Arts Commission

Robin Bower

Robin & Benny Bower

MaryKate Lindbeck

Donald & Lizabeth Rogers

Schwab Charitable

Barbara & Bruce W. Thompson

Patricia Jennison Wickum

PRODUCER ($1,000+)

Pamela Abernethy & Chris Fletcher

Allegheny Technologies in Honor of Emma Thurston

Sharlen R. Bennett

Michael & Beverly Carrick Foundation

Sherry Collins

Fidelity Charitable

Beverly Lynn Freitas

Linda & Joe Hillesum

Ray & Sally Hollemon

Kelli & Ron Jaecks

Katie & Laslo Kolta

Judith & Greg Linder

Jennifer Martinak

Rus McCracken

Patrick Moser

Beverly A. North

Kathy D. Saviers

Betsy & Richard Scott

Lisa Godwin & Rick Segal

DIRECTOR ($500+)

Penny Blackwell

Alex & Virginia Bourdeau

Eden Rose Brown

Grover & Cheryl Carter

Mike Cechovic

Cherie & Craig Cline

Mr. & Mrs. Maurice Collada

Judy C. Colvin

Chris Davidson

Oddny Everson

Darlene Fletcher

Jody & Mark Gordon

Lois Hanson

Paula Hartwig

Sally & Ray Hollemon

Shirley Koontz

Lynelle Littke

Rachel McMillen Pratt

Doug and Jennifer Meltzer

Judith Morris

Vanessa Nordyke

Susan & Richard Ray

Joan Robinson

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ($250+)

Edna & Richard Anderson

Paul D. Andrews

Steven Barlow

Katy & Charles Bayless

Greg & Donna J. Burgess

Aaron and Diane Clingerman

Linda D. Cress

Dennis & Barbara Curtin Miles

Jeanne & Bill Dalton

Dick Day

Cesie Delve Scheuermann

Lois & Dale Derouin

Dean & Beth Vargas Duncan

Joyce & Mark Eklund

Bates Family

Valorie A. Freeman

Jo Rita Gann

Franca Hernandez

Tom M. Hewitt

Jay Howe & Janet Gros

Jacques

David & Shirley Kavanaugh in Memory of Vivienne Sornson

Norma Jean Standlea & Hank Keeton

Paul Allen Kyllo

Ellen Langsather

Jonathan Logan

Pauli Long

Lpl Financial

Betsy McDowell

Lorene McMurrin

Hinrich Muller

Ruthie Murphy

Debbie & Mike Neel

Liz & Don Oswalt

Louise & Keith Putman

Kara Quello & Karl Anderson

Omar D. Quintero

Kay & Scott Reichlin

Rosanne Richard

Carol Kay Riedl

Susanna Rose

Paul & Tracey Saucy

Herb & Connie Sims

Christie L. Smith

Joanna & Ronald Stout

Jeff Witt & Jon Stuber

Jim & Rhonda Lyn Thompson

Heather & Bryan Toller

Juanita & Lloyd Weigel

Steven K. Wollenburg

Penny & Bill Wylie