West Side Story

Directed By: Shelley Tookey Musical Direction By: Michael Clark Set Design By: Leland Stelck Production Manager: Allene Hodgins Sponsored in part by:

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Act Summary 3 • Synopsis 4 • Director’s Note / Thanks 6 • Cast Profiles 7 • Production Staff 8 • Season Listings 21 & 22 • Orchestra Roster / Festival Place Staff 26

The action takes place on the West Side of New York City during the last days of the summer.

ACT ONE Prologue: The Months Before 5:00 PM

The Street

5:30 PM

A Brick Yard

6:00 PM

A Bridal Shop

10:00 PM

The Gym

The Next Day 5:30 PM 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM 9:00 PM

The Bridal Shop The Neighborhood Under the Highway

ACT TWO 9:15 PM

A Bedroom

10:00 PM

Another Alley

11:30 PM

The Bedroom

11:40 PM

The Drugstore

11:50 PM

The Cellar

Midnight

The Street

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he production opens with a danced Prologue indicating the bitter tensions between the Jets, a selfstyled “American” street gang, and the Sharks, a group of young Puerto Ricans.

The leader of the Jets, Riff swears to drive the Sharks, led by Bernardo, from the streets (Jet Song). Riff determines to challenge Bernardo that night at a dance in the gym, and prevails upon his old friend and the co-founder of the Jets, Tony, to help him. Tony has been growing away from the gang, and feels the stirrings of other emotions (Something’s Coming) but agrees.

Bernardo’s sister Maria, newly arrived from Puerto Rico to marry his friend Chino, attends the dance (The Dance at the Gym) and despite the obvious hatred between the gangs meets Tony, who at once falls in love with her (Maria). Later, after the dance, while the gangs begin to assemble at Doc’s drugstore to choose a place and weapons for their rumble - a gang fight - Tony visits Maria on the fire escape of her apartment, and they pledge their love (Tonight), promising to meet the next afternoon at the bridal shop where Maria works. As he departs, the Sharks take their girls home and go off to the drugstore, while a playful argument develops between Anita and two homesick Puerto Rican girls over the relative merits of life back home and in Manhattan (America).

At the drugstore, the Jets are nervous about the approaching meeting with the Sharks, but Riff advises them to play it cool (Cool), and when the Sharks arrive, an agreement is reached, at Tony’s insistence, to have a fair, bare-handed fight between the two best fighters in each gang the next night, under the highway. Next day, Tony visits Maria at the shop and among the clothing dummies they enact a touching wedding ceremony (One Hand, One Heart). Maria makes him promise to stop the fight between his gang and her brother’s. In the quintet Tonight, Tony and Maria sing of their love, Anita makes plans for a big evening, and Bernardo and Riff and their gangs make their own plans for the rumble.

In a deserted area under the highway, the gangs meet for the fight. As it is about

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to get under way, Tony hurries in, and begs them to stop, as he has promised Maria. Bernardo, enraged that Tony has been making advances to his sister, pushes him back furiously. Suddenly switch-blade knives appear, and Riff and Bernardo begin to fight (The Rumble).

In the ensuing action, Riff is knifed, and Tony, grabbing his weapon, in turn knifes Bernardo. Frenzied, the gangs join battle, until they are interrupted by a police whistle. They flee, leaving behind the bodies of Riff and Bernardo.

In her room, Maria is gaily preparing for her meeting with Tony (I Feel Pretty).

She is unaware of what has happened, until Chino bursts into her room and tells her that her brother has been killed by her lover. Seizing a gun, he rushes out in search of Tony. Tony, however, has climbed the fire escape to Maria’s room, and in spite of her grief she is unable to send him away. Clinging together desperately they envision a place where they can be free from prejudice (Somewhere). In the streets and alleys the gangs flee the police, panic-stricken by the killings. Two of the Jets, Action and Snowboy, have already been questioned, and they explain to the rest of them how to handle the adults (Gee, Officer Krupke!).

The sorrowing Anita knocks at Maria’s door, and Tony leaves by the window, taking refuge in the basement of Doc’s drugstore. Anita upbraids Maria for allowing Tony to come near her (A Boy Like That), but Maria’s answer (I Have a Love) carries its irrefutable force, and at length Anita agrees to go warn Tony that Chino is gunning for him. She goes to the drugstore, but is brutally taunted by the Jets for her nationality, and finally in hysteria spits out a different message for Tony: that Chino has killed Maria in revenge.

Doc tells Tony what Anita has said, and Tony leaves his hiding place, wandering numbly on the streets. At midnight, he runs into Maria, who has been searching for him, but their moment is brief: Chino appears from behind a building and shoots Tony dead. The stunned gangs, the Jets and the Sharks, appear from the shadows and, drawn together by the tragedy, lift up the body of Tony and carry it off.

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oing into my fifth show as Director/Choreographer and my thirteenth show as Choreographer for the Festival Players - my heart is full of gratitude and inspiration. This evening’s performance is my vision of “West Side Story” and I am grateful for an amazing, talented cast. I would like to thank them all for sharing themselves along this journey with me. Their talent ignites me and their passion warms me. Have an awesome show tonight!

It truly takes an amazing Artistic Team of dedicated and passionate people to make a production of this magnitude come to life. Thank you to Cassie, James, Robbie, Ron, Cody, Damian, Morgan, Leland and Lori. It has been a privilege working with all of you.

To Kelci Tookey, Assistant to the Director/Dance Captain, what can I say, you’re an inspiration to all who get to know and work with you. Thank you for all you do, “Love you to the moon and back”.

To the Orchestra who’s music you will hear this evening, Thank you for your wonderful playing in the pit tonight. To Keat Machtemes for being a fabulous accompanist during rehearsals and in the orchestra tonight. Your articulation of the music made the cast and my job a wonderful experience.

To Michael Clark, Musical Director and Conductor, your insight to the music added so much to the production. Thank you for showing the cast the way with such passion and dedication to how they sounded. We would not have been here tonight with out you. I am truly grateful.

To Allene Hodgins, Production Manager, Stage Manager and my good friend. Who would have thought this adventure we started 10 years ago would still have us loving every minute. We have laughed, cried, definitely have had our differences, but we are a great team, thanks for sticking by me. Your organization, dedication, and generosity towards this cast and production crew is beyond words, Thank you for believing in my dreams.

To my husband Wayne and my family thank you for always supporting and standing by me with no questions asked. Your love and support means the world to me.

Thank you to the Festival Place Staff for all you do and Gavin Farmer for having faith in my vision.

I would like to dedicate this performance of West Side Story to Norm Usiskin; a wonderful fellow director who taught me so much and inspired many artists.

Please enjoy the show tonight.

• Shelley’s Dance Company • Pure Class Dance Arts Association • Laurie Bahri, Shannon Chalifoux and Lesia Pohoreski (St. Theresa Catholic School) • The Staff and Students of Archbishop Jordan High School • Downtown Diner • Tony Taylor (Police Uniforms) • Lynn Pearson (Home Team Advantage)

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STEPHEN ALLRED (BERNARDO) Steve is grateful to perform in this iconic show with such a phenomenal cast. Previously, Steve has performed in such productions as The Drowsy Chaperone, Forever Plaid, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, and Fiddler on the Roof. Steve would like to thank his family for their continuing support and encouragement.

MAXIM BAHRI

(NIBBLES)

Maxim Bahri hadn’t found his passion until he was offered a small role in Festival Place’s version of Oliver in 2012. He was thrilled to be offered the role of “Gus the Theatre Cat” in C ​ ats last year, and is excited to be the youngest cast member of West Side Story​. Max dances at Shelley’s Dance Company, and with the Volya School of Ukrainian Dance in Edmonton. Maxim attends grade 8​ French I​mmersion at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School

ODESSA BAHRI (PEPE) Odessa Bahri’s passions are dance and theatre. If she’s not spending hours in the studio at Shelley’s Dance Company, she is rehearsing with Yuna Volya, a Ukrainian dance group. Odessa is currently in grade 10​ at Archbishop Catholic High School, where she is in both the Ukrainian Bilingual and French Immersion Programs. S ​ he was honored to be a part of the cast of Cats at Festival Place last year, and is equally excited to be a member of West Side Story.

SAM BANIGAN

(A-RAB)

Ever since Sam was a little kid he has wanted to do West Side Story and here he is! This recent Victoria School of the Arts graduate is ecstatic to be a part of this production. Other credits include: The Grapes of Wrath, A Second of Pleasure, Exposure, Smitten, and The Odyssey.

EMILY BEACH (GRAZIELLA) Emily is a 17 year old performing arts student that attends Victoria School of the Arts and Shelley’s Dance Company. She has a passion for musical theatre and has a love for the stage. This is Emily’s 6th Christmas production with Festival Place. She hopes you enjoy the show.

ANDREW BOYD

(MOOSE & OFFICER KRUPKE)

Favourite roles include Dionysus in Fringe 2014’s critically acclaimed production of The Frogs, Jean-Michele in Two One Way’s Production of La Cage Aux Folles, the voice of Audrey II in Fringe 2013’s production of Little Shop Of Horrors and the lead in Fringe 2012’s production of Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson.

AUSTIN CAPCARA (CHINO) Austin is 18 years old and extremely excited to be in his fifth musical. Prior to this show he was at Strathcona Christian Academy and was privileged to do 4 years of theater there. He is thrilled for his first community theatre production and really hopes you enjoy the show!

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CAST PROFILES

KYLE CHALIFOUX (SNOWBOY) Kyle is currently in grade 12 at Archbishop Jordan High School. He has been a competitive dancer with Shelley’s Dance Company since the age of nine.

West Side Story is his first Festival Place production and he is thrilled to have the opportunity to broaden his experience and perform with such a talented cast. He hopes to continue his career as a performer after he finishes school this year.

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JOSEPH CHARTIER

(BABY JOHN)

This is Josephs second show with the Festival players, the first being Cats where he was Quaxo and the Rumpus Cat. He is currently in the first year of his arts degree majoring in Philosophy, He hopes you enjoy the show!!

JAKE COX (RIFF) Jake Cox is 21 years old and currently living in Edmonton Alberta. He has been dancing since he was 7 years old, learning many different styles including tap, jazz, contemporary, hip hop, and ballet. Jake has been in 3 musicals over the years (Grease, Camp Rock 2, Kiss Me Kate) and is looking forward to his 4th in West Side Story, where he will be portraying Riff.

TAYLOR COX

(JUANITA)

Taylor Cox has been singing for seven years and acting for four. Her past roles include Buffy in the musical episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer, as well as Lucy in Dracula among other fantastic roles. She looks forward to being a member of such a great cast in this incredible show.

MARISSA DINGLE (ANITA) Marissa Dingle is so thrilled to be back for her 4th show with Festival Place. You may have seen her as The Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat or Judy Haynes in White Christmas. Some of her other favourite roles include Cinderella in Into the Woods (Elope), Maureen in RENT (Lower Ossington Theatre), and Vivienne in Legally Blonde the Musical (L.O.T.). Marissa has had an absolute blast playing the sassy role of Anita and hopes you all enjoy the show!

RUSS FARMER

(ACTION)

Russ Farmer is making his debut at Festival Place. You may have seen him this year as Aldolpho in The Drowsy Chaperone or as Austin Bennet in I Love You Because. Russ has an MBA and, when not on stage, owns and manages a successful management consulting firm.

TAYLOR FAWCETT (TONY) A recent Bachelor of Music in vocal performance graduate and four season veteran of the Edmonton Opera chorus, tenor Taylor Fawcett recently presented the role of the Governor in Opera NUOVA’s production of Candide. Thrilled to be involved in another timeless Bernstein classic, Taylor hopes you are moved by West Side Story.

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TYSON GOUDREAU

(LUIS)

This is Tyson’s first show at Festival Place, but this isn’t his first time stepping onstage. On top of his class drama and musical theater productions, Tyson also performs with his trombone with the Bev Facey concert and jazz bands. When not onstage Tyson, can be found volunteering around Strathcona, playing video games or watching videos on YouTube. “Enjoy the show”

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Liana is 14 years old, is so delighted to get to participate in this year’s festival place musical! She has trained competitively for 10 years in contemporary, ballet, tap, jazz, and musical theatre. West Side Story is Liana’s third festival place musical, and she can’t wait to show the audiences their amazing show!

CAST PROFILES

LIANA FORSS (GABRIELA)

STACEY GRUBB (VALENTINA) Stacey is delighted to return to the Festival Place stage. A love of dance and a passion for performing lead her into the world of theatre. Favourite credits include: Guys & Dolls, Anything Goes and The Matchmaker. When not at the theatre or in a dance studio, Stacey practices law with Alberta Justice. Merry Christmas!!

DANIELLE HALL

(ANXIOUS)

Danielle is studying acupuncture at Grant Macewan University. But if she could have it her way, she would find a way to be on stage. She’s been in many musicals including Cats, Joseph and The Ultimate Book Show. In free time she models, dances and coaches gymnastics.

EREINNE HALL

(DIEGO)

Currently in fourth year at the University of Alberta. Works as a gymnastics coach and enjoys doing gymnastics and modelling in spare time. Dream of becoming fluent in many languages she is learning Italian and Korean, on top of being fluent in French. She feels it an honour to be apart of the WSS cast!

LIAM HALL

(TORO)

I am a Third year university student, studying massage therapy at Grant McEwan University. I am also taking a personal fitness trainer course at elevated learning academy. By the beginning of 2015 I will be a personal fitness trainer who also offers massage therapy after a workout session. I love to spend my time in gym, outdoors exploring life and I love to cook.

CAMERON HOLZMANN

(MOUTHPIECE)

At 14 Cameron has already been in a number of Musical Theatre Productions. He has had roles in Love According to John, Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, White Christmas, The Wizard of Oz, and most recently in a Tale of Two Cities. He also studies dance including jazz and ballet. Cam also enjoys church youth and recently joined a music worship team at Youth Service. Cam has enjoyed participating in Artstrek Alberta the last couple summers. He is looking forward to his time in the show.

RUMI JERAJ (INDIO) Rumi is a 17 year old performing arts student at Victoria School of the Arts.

He has passions for acting, music, and tap dance. he has appeared in shows at Victoria School of the Arts including Beauty and the Beast, The Mother of Jack the Ripper and Never swim alone.

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CAST PROFILES

KIMBERLY LANG

(DOC/ PROPS MISTRESS)

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This is the third time this year that Kim has spent time on the Festival stage. The first time was a test of strength and determination in Tale of Two Cities, and the second was as Props and Set in Same Time Next Year. This occasion bring her as Doc and Props Mistress for West Side Story. Kim has spent over two decades in the Edmonton area performing, directing, and being part of the productions. West Side Story has been a dream to be a part of since she first saw in in 1967. All the best to a great group of performers , and thanks for the love and support from her family.

BARB MAH

(MARGUERITA)

Barbara is pleased to back with the Festival Players. Prior involvement: Miracle on 34th Street (actor), A Little Night Music (director) and A Chorus Line (director). Barbara will be directing Kiss of the Spider Woman in Spring for TOWTTB productions. In addition to directing Barbara also teaches at the Citadel.

LINDSAY MARSH

(MINNIE)

Lindsay is 17, from Sherwood Park who attends Archbishop Jordan High School. She currently trains at Shelley’s Dance Company. Lindsay feels excited and grateful to be a part of her second musical with Festival Place.

She would like to thank all of the people who support her dancing dreams.

CHLOE MCGUCKIN (MARTINA) Chloe has always loved performing. Chloe spends her time either enjoying grade 12 or at dance. She has performed in numerous musicals including Annie, Mary Poppins, and Festival Place’s last year Christmas production of Cats. Chloe is ecstatic to be in this year’s show, West Side Story and to be working with this year’s cast & crew.

MEAGHAN MCKINSTRY

(PAULINE)

Meaghan is excited to be apart of the West Side family as a JET, as her second show with Festival Place. Since graduating from MacEwan University’s Theatre Arts program last April, she has been seen in such things as Walterdale Theatre’s Anything Goes, 3 tours with Atco Energy Theatre & last year’s Festival Place production of Cats. Meaghan is so thrilled to be working with such an amazing cast & crew once again.

MIRANDA NIEHAUS

(ANYBODY’S)

This is Miranda’s 3rd year performing at Festival Place, having previous roles in Oliver! and Cats (Macavity). She is thrilled to be performing the role of Anybodys this year. Miranda is in Grade 12 at Victoria School of the Arts, dances at Shelley’s, and plans to pursue a career in singing and acting.

MITCHELL PALAHNIUK (GEE-TAR) Mitchell has been performing on stage since he was five years old. He has been Ukrainian Dancing the past 11 years and currently dances with the renowned Ukrainian Shumka Dancers. He also showcases his incredibly diverse musical talents performing the Dulcimer, Tenor Saxophone, accordion and Piano. Mitchell aspires to be a criminal lawyer.

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KATHERINE POHORESKI (MARIA) Katherine (Katrusia) loves the stage. She currently dances with the Ukrainian Shumka dancers; highlights include Shumka at 50 (Canada/ China tour), Clara’s Dream and Eugene Onegin (w/Edmonton Opera). She has experience in studying classical voice, and has sung with the ABJ Choir and the Viter Ukrainian Folk Choir. Favourite acting credit: Romeo and Juliet (ABJ Theatre).

LARISSA POHORESKI

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(ISABELLA)

This is Sami’s first year participating in a show at Festival Place. Some of her past performances include SCA’s Seussical the Musical as Jojo, Inspector Incognito as Antoinette, and Pirates of Penzance as the Major General. She is thrilled to be a part of West Side Story this year and hopes you enjoy the show.

CAST PROFILES

SAMI PARK

(ROSALIA)

Larissa is an artist, designer and performer, and is currently on tour with Alberta Opera’s Rumpelstiltskin. Recent acting credits include: Dogfight (ThreeForm); The Light in the Piazza, Young Frankenstein, and Carrie (MacEwan). Favorite design credits: An Homage to Billie Holiday (Citie Ballet); Candide (Opera Nuova); The Wild (Not Just Lucky). She is also a designer/performer for the Viter Ukrainian Dancers and Folk Choir.

JAKE POLOZ

(BIG DEAL)

Jake is a 17 year old student at Victoria School of the Arts and Shelleys Dance Company. This is his first performance with Festival Place. He would like to thank the cast and crew of the show and wishes them all luck on the performances.

LIAM HALL

(DIESEL)

This is Geoff’s fourth Christmas production with Festival Players. You may have most recently seen him in the role of Munkustrap in last season’s production of Cats. Since then, Geoff has been training at Firefly Circus School in aerial silks and trapeze. He hopes you’ll enjoy the show, along with the rest of your holiday season!

KATHLEEN SERA (CONSUELA) Kathleen has been performing in Festival Place’s productions since The King and I (Tuptim). You may have seen her in last year’s Cats (Jellylorum) or as Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, to name a few. Other favourite roles include Lois Lane/Bianca (Kiss Me Kate), Rapunzel (Into The Woods), and Ophelia (Hamlet). She will next be seen playing Hodel in Fiddler on The Roof for Trinity Players.

MADELINE SETZER (FRANCISCA) Madeline Setzer recently graduated from Victoria School of the Arts in Edmonton, receiving awards in both Advanced Acting 35 and Theatre Performance 35. Recent theatre credits include Ma in The Grapes of Wrath, and The Real Inspector Hound at Fringe. She hopes you thoroughly enjoy the show!

MORGAN SMITH

(GLAD HAND/SET BUILDER)

Morgan first appeared on stage as “Simeon” in the Festival Players production of Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in 2009.

Since then, he has played several roles in different Community Theatre productions, most recently as “Georges” in TOWTTB production of La Cage Aux Folles. Morgan is thrilled to be a part West Side Story.

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CAST PROFILES

ELANA SVENNINGSON (TIGER) Elana is 16 years old and is currently a grade 10 student at Archbishop Jordan. She has been dancing for 13 years, primarily at Shelley’s Dance Company. Elana has been a part of the cast for the past six consecutive Christmas shows here at Festival Place, including last year’s Cats.

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KATE TAMBASCO

(LOLA)

Kate is delighted to share this presentation of West Side Story with you!

She has been in four previous productions at Festival Place, including Wizard of Oz (2011) and Cats (2013). She also has 12 years of dance experience and loves performing. She hopes you enjoy the show!

STEPHANIE TAYLOR (MIA) Stephanie Taylor is very proud to be joining the cast of West Side Story this Christmas. This is her 3rd production at Festival Place and hopes not her last. She enjoys travelling, dancing, singing and making movies with her friends. Coming into Sherwood Park gives her plenty of opportunities to eat at her fav…Subway! She hopes you enjoy the show!

KELCI TOOKEY

(VELMA/DANCE CAPTAIN)

Kelci has been performing all her life and been dancing since the age of two. She is currently instructing at Shelley’s Dance Company and enrolled in the RAD Teachers Training program. Kelci is excited to be involved in West Side Story - her 5th production, playing the role of Velma. She is thrilled to be up on stage, hope you enjoy the show!

KYLE TOWER

( LT. SCHRANK/JUANO.)

Kyle has previously appeared in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Festival Players) and Titanic: The Musical (Two One-Way Tickets to Broadway). He would like to thank all of his amazing cast mates and the superb production team for the privilege of working on this stellar production. Enjoy the show!

RUTH WONG-MILLER

(TERESITA)

Ruth is delighted to be part of her first show at Festival Place! Recent credits include Jane Eyre: the Musical (Grace Poole), I Love You Because (Marcy), and A Funny Thing Happened...(Geminae.) A classically trained pianist, accompanist, and singer, Ruth is loving her new adventures on the stage. Enjoy this incredible show!

KATRINA WUGALTER

(CLARISSE)

Katrina is a 16 year old dancer who attends Beaumont Composite High School and is in grade 11. She currently trains at Shelley’s Dance Company and is very passionate about dance. Katrina is excited to be a part of her first musical theatre production with Festival Place.

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SHELLEY TOOKEY

(DIRECTOR CHOREOGRAPHER)

Shelley has choreographed and directed many musicals over the past 12 years such as White Christmas, Oliver, Kiss Me Kate, Wizard of Oz, Annie Get Your Gun Crazy For You, Sound of Music, Joseph and Cats, just to name a few. West Side Story is one of Shelley’s favorite musicals. Please enjoy this modern day tale of Romeo & Juliet brought to life by this cast and production team.

MICHAEL CLARK

(MUSICAL DIRECTOR)

Michael is an active musician in the Edmonton area. He holds a masters in music and his credits as Music Director include: Annie Get Your Gun, Kiss Me Kate, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (Cdn. premiere), Anything Goes, Little Shop of Horrors, The Drowsy Chaperone, The Frogs, and Cats (Festival Place 2013). Michael recently returned from Goodspeed musicals where he assisted on the world premiere production of Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn. Michael is excited to be involved in West Side Story!.

ALLENE HODGINS (PRODUCTION/STAGE MANAGER) Allene is thrilled to be in her 10th production at Festival Place. Previous productions have included Joseph, White Christmas, Oliver, Cinderella and last year’s Cats. It is a true passion of Allene’s to be working with such amazing and talented people. Allene couldn’t think of a better way to spend the holiday season than with her theatre family. Enjoy the show!.

LELAND STELCK

(SET DESIGNER)

It only took Leland a ‘New York Mintue’ to agree to design this legendary musical. His other set designs include: A Little Night Music for Festival Players, A Few Good Men for Horizon Players, The Mikado for Sherard, and for Walterdale, Nine; Happy Birthday, Wanda June; and Anything Goes. Thanks Judy for your support.

CASSIE BLUMENSCHEIN (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) Cassie Blumenschein (Assistant Stage Manager) is excited to be a part of this production of West Side Story. This is her 11th production here at Festival Place and she is delighted to be a part of this experience again. She has a diploma in Theatre Production from Grant MacEwan and is currently studying Elementary Education at University of Alberta.

CODY BOYD

(TECHNICIAN)

Cody is a well behaved young man most of the time who enjoys theatrical lighting or really any sort or performance lighting. During West Side Story however, he will be helping in making all those scene changes seamless and reinforcing the magic of theatre.

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KEAT MACHTEMES

(REHEARSAL PIANIST)

Keat holds a Bachelor of Music in Piano from the University of Alberta and has played multiple instruments for musicals presented over Christmas at Festival Place for just under a decade. Last year he was rehearsal pianist for CATS. Other than doing musical theatre, Keat accompanies dancers at Shelley’s Dance Company in Edmonton, the St. Albert singers, and is Musical Director at Good Shepherd Angelican Church in Northern Edmonton.

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JAMES ODENBACH

( LIGHTING DESIGNER AND TECHNICIAN)

James trained at MacEwan in the Theatre Production program. Over the past 6 years he has designed lighting for productions including Crazy for You, Joseph, The Wizard of Oz, Oliver and Cats. James also has worked on many other projects such as the Strathcona County Digital LED Tree. Enjoy the show!

DAMIAN RUDIAK

(TECHNICIAN)

Damian Rudiak is a stagehand and set builder for Festival Place’s West Side Story. Damian got his start in theatre at Archbishop Jordan Catholic High School in Drama and Theatre Arts. Damian has received awards for Set Design and Best Crew from The Cappies High School Theatre Awards. After high school, Damian went on to graduating from the Comedy: Writing and Performance program with honours at Humber College and from the NAIT Radio and Television Arts program. You can now hear him on CISN Country 103.9 on weekends. Enjoy the show!

RON SMITH (AUDIO TECHNICIAN ) Ron Smith has been an audio engineer for 21 years specializing in concert sound. As part of his work at Festival Place he was thrust into the world of the theatre where he has witnessed the hard work and dedication of amateurs who perform for the LOVE of their craft.

ROBBIE TKACHYK (TECHNICAL DIRECTOR) A graduate of the Grant MacEwan Theatre Production program, this is Robbie’s 16th year with Festival Place. Having worked on productions of “My Fair Lady”, “The Wizard of Oz” and “Oliver!”, the annual Christmas musical is always a highlight of the season. He is excited to be involved once again in this year’s production of West Side Story.

LORI WEISGERBER (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) Lori Weisgerber is proud to make this her 2nd year as an assistant stage manager.

She comes to us with 17 years of dance training in tap, jazz and musical theatre. She would like to thank the theatre family for welcoming her and is thrilled to be playing behind the scenes.

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MARCH The Swingle Singers | Sunday March 1, 2015 International Women’s day featuring Zahra Al-Harazi | Friday March 6, 2015 Pavlo | Saturday March 7, 2015 Archie Fisher | Sunday March 8, 2015 Mark Sterling: His Personal Favorites | March 14, 2015 Goitse | March 17, 2015 Sharon & Bram | Friday March 20, 2015 Michael Kaeshammer | Sunday, March 21, 2015 Celtic Tenors | March 22, 2015 Bobby Bazini | March 31, 2015

APRIL Shay Kuebler Presents Karoshi | April 1, 2015 Paul Potts | Saturday April 4, 2015 Guy Davis | April 18, 2015 Restless Heart | Tuesday April 28, 2015

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