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WELCOME TO GENESIUS THEATRE WHERE THE “DIFFERENCE” IS RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOU

PROUDLY PRESENTING

Directed by Zach Frantz Friday June 6 & 13 @ 8:00 PM Saturday June 7 & 14 @ 8:00 PM Sunday June 8 & 15 @ 2PM Wednesday June 11 @ 7:00 PM Thursday June 12 @ 7:00 PM

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L J Fecho

Zach Frantz

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ARTISTIC PRODUCER

altar boyz MANAGING DIRECTOR

Book by Kevin Del Aguila

Music & Lyrics by Gary Adler & Michael Patrick Walker Conceived by Marc Kessler & Ken Davenport

DIRECTED BY

ZACH FRANTZ

Kevin Cooper

Amanda Leam Guistewite

MUSICAL DIRECTOR

CHOREOGRAPHY

Spencer Moss Fecho LIGHTING DESIGNER

Julia Elberfeld STAGE MANAGER

Ann Cusano MUSIC SUPERVISOR

While in the building, we ask that you do not use any mobile devices before and during the performance. Using a cell phone is not only distracting to everyone sitting behind you, but it can also impede on the sound system used to amplify the performance and on-screen advertising. Thank you for your cooporation.

L J FECHO PRODUCER

Julia Elberfeld Zach Frantz SET DESIGNERS

Betty Gerstner Brandon Kegerize MASTER CARPENTERS

The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited. Photography of Performed June 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 2014. any kind is not allowed and is also Presented through prohibited. R&H THEATRICALS.

cast list

Benjamin Long Matthew

Brandon Kegerize Luke Zach Frantz Mark Caleb Seip Juan

Nick Moore Abraham

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Kathi Christie Sound Technician Jenna Angstadt Light Board Operator

pit Kevin Cooper Conductor Greg Reber & Kevin Cooper Keyboards Andy Cusano Drums

Betty Gerstner Spot Light Operator

Alex Price Guitar

special thanks SANDY Solmon and DOUG MESSINGER of SWEET STREET DESSERTS Cathy Miller, David Lomneychuck and staff of Davidí s Cleaning Service, Hope Oí Pake, Sean Deffley, Jeff Cusano, Arethusa Designs, Dave Roche, Chris Sperat, Jordan Baylor of go2997.com, Don Botch of The Reading Eagle, Robyn Jones of Berks County Living, Terry Frankowiak of Loose Ends Magazine, David Neel of PSI, Larry Pisano and The Reading Civic Theatre, Liz McCauley and the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce, Troy Kantner of Solve IT Solution, Dave Mattes, & The Cast and Crew of Altar Boyz!

scenes & songs Book I We are the Altar Boyz Book II Rhythm in Me Book III Soul Sensor 1 Church Rulez Book IV Soul Sensor 2 The Calling Book V The Miracle Song Book VI Everybody Fits Book VII Confession Sessions Something About You Book VIII Body, Soul & Mind Book IX Soul Sensor 4 La Vida Eternal Book X Soul Sensor 5 Epiphany Book XI Number 918 Book XII I Believe We are the Altar Boyz(Remix)

Genesius Thanks Our Patrons . . . Angel

$5000 or more

Center Stage $1000

Orchestra $500

Dress Circle

$50

... & Their Generous Contributions

Boscovs Department Stores Sandy Solmon and Sweet Streets

Abbe Dillon Air Products Foundation An Anonymous Contribution Berks Arts Council Cherry Herring Entertainment Crowne Plaza Hotel, Wyomissing Dave Neel David Lomnychuk Nancy Snyder Production Solutions Tom Sheehan Dr. Phyllis Wintz & Phil Presby Wishes -Event Planning & Design, presented by Boscov’s

Carl Altenderfer Kevin Cooper John Gancar Kurowski Family Marjory and Barry Ewald JoAnn and Dave Lawrence Alex Miller

Mezzanine $250

Balcony $100

Charlotte Scheiner Abbe Dillon

Bill and Tina Angstadt Amy Botwright Jeffrey Coldren Peter & Jodi Eisenhourer in honor of Nancy Snyder Rick Fehling Paul & Therese Knabb Edwin & Alma Lakin Cathy Miller Hope O’Pake Heidi Silverman Christopher Sperat Barbara Swoyer John & Kay Bonslaver Robert & Lorraine Bell Larry Fecho Stephen & Michelle Fecho Barry Groebel Barbara Jeffries in honor of Nancy Snyder Barry and Elaine Levan Lynne Reddington Joanna Roche Bonnie & Michelle Shuman Dan Smith Joanne Lawrence

Anonymous, Sandy Barber, Lucille Born, Beverly Boyer, Linda Christ, John Compton, Shannan Denlinger, Diane Fisher, Runette Gabriel, Austra Gaige, Debbie Goshert, Rose Gushanas, Diana Hart, J. Randall Hauk, Amy Hudak, Kyle Kemp, Alex Krick, Karen & Roger Levesque, Phyllis Macbeth, John O’Connor, Jim Plummer, Barbara & Dana Potts, Jon Pulaski, Bill Sanders, Chris & Karen Miller Sterner, Donna Welk, Sharon Westley

Our Board of Directors

President - Brian Fichthorn Vice President - Christopher Sperat Secretary - Ann Cusano Treasurer - Dave Neel Board Members - Jordan Baylor, Ann Cusano, Barry Ewald, Zach Frantz

Our Departments & Staff

Box Office Manager - Zach Frantz House Manager - Kathi Christie & Megan Cusano Artistic Producer - L J Fecho Marketing - Nate Matz & Jordan Baylor (co-chairs), Brian Fichthorn, Elizabeth Frederick, Frank Wilder • Web - Jordan Baylor (Developer/Designer/Upkeep), Bryan Mull (SEO), Alyse Mitten (Assistance) • Social Media - Jordan Baylor • Photographer (Archives & Advertisements) - Kathi Christie • Videographer (Advertisements) - Jordan Baylor • ‘12-‘14 Graphic Design Artist / Logo Creator - Jordan Baylor • ReplayMedia Take-Home Program & On Screen Advertising by go2997.com • Newsletter - Ann Cusano Bookkeeper - Brian Fichthorn Membership - Marjory Ewald Musical Supervisor - Ann Cusano Readers’ Theatre - Marjory Ewald Technical Consultant - Dave Neel

$25 PATRON

Jane Simmon Miller dreamed of a theater group where young people could participate, learn and grow in every aspect of show production, and in 1971, she founded Genesius Theatre. We have resided in our own building at 153 N. 10th St. since 1974. We produce top notch shows in our intimate 100 seat theatre, with state of the art sound and lighting, and upwards of 15 piece orchestras. It is expensive to produce a show. In 2013, royalties were over $20,000. In 2013, Live orchestras, whose musicians generously work for a small stipend, have cost $15,000. Large amounts are also spent in thE hEArt for sets, costumes, lighting and sound. In addition, expenses for our building Y and running our business absorb over $30,000 a year, not the City considering repairs that are delayed because we do not have in thE EArt fundinG cAMpAiGn the funds. Ticket sales do not come near to covering our costs, Thank You to our 2013 Donors OUR APPRECIATION FOR THOSE WHO CAN HELP FINANCE Y and we get by with the dedication of loyal patrons, sponsors Dress Circle - Anonymous OUR 2014 SEASON and fundraisers. Balcony - Brian Ott

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In 2013, we produced Sunset Boulevard, Reefer Madness the Musical, Legally Blonde the Musical, Kiss of the Spiderwoman, and the December 6th-15th production of Monty Python’s Spamalot. We also produce children’s theatre, concerts and drama at our own location and other venues with the community.

It is expensive to produce a show. In 2013, royalties were over $20,000. In 2013, Live orchestras, whose musicians generously work for a small stipend, have cost $15,000. Large amounts are also spent for sets, costumes, lighting and sound. In addition, expenses for our building and running our business absorb over $30,000 a year, not enough to keep up with needed repairs. Ticket sales do not come near to covering our costs, and we get by with the dedication of loyal patrons, sponsors and fundraisers.

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We’ve got a great season planned, but it’s a secret! It is a secret because we cannot announce our It is expensive to produce a show. In 2013, season until royalties are paid for shows. As we reach our goals, we can announce the names of these royalties were over $20,000. In 2013, Live ormagnificent shows. As a token of our appreciation, we can offer reward chestras, whose musicians generously work perks for those who can help us, including complimentary tickets for a small stipend, have cost $15,000. Large and advertising and others. amounts are also spent for sets, costumes, THE IMPACT: Your contributions help maintain our lighting and sound. In addition, expenses for little jewel and ensure that we can continue to provide... our building and running our business absorb • Top notch shows with great lighting, sound, sets, over $30,000 a year, not enough to keep up & live orchestras. with needed repairs. Ticket sales do not come • Programs for children. near to covering our costs, and we get by with the dedication of loyal patrons, sponsors and fundraisers. • Unique experiences in an up close and personal

MUCH APPRECIATION FOR THOSE WHO CAN HELP US

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE: BECOME A PATRON We’ve got a great season planned, but it’s a secret! It is a secret because we cannot announce our season until royalties are paid for shows. As we reach our goals, we can announce the names of these magnificent shows. As a token of our appreciation, we can offer reward perks for those who can help us, including complimentary tickets and advertising and others.

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Your contributions help maintain our little jewel and ensure that we can continue to provide... • Top notch shows with great lighting, sound, sets, & live orchestras. • Programs for children. • Unique experiences in an up close and personal performance space. • The ability to grow and contribute to varied and healthy live performance entertainment choices in Greater Reading ...continued on next page...

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biographies

Benjamin Long Matthew is excited to be returning to Genesius Theater

Zach Frantz Director, Mark

as a member of the Altar Boyz. Favorite roles include Emmett (Legally Blonde, GT), Bat Boy (Bat Boy, York Little Theater), Jesus (Godspell, YLT), and Bobby Strong (Urinetown, Susquehanna Stage Company). Big thanks to Zach and the cast and crew for allowing me to check ì boy bandî off of my bucket list. Love and thanks to Mom and Dad for always supporting me in everything that I do. Love always to Amanda, my beautiful fiancÈ e. You are my everything.

would like to welcome you all to the Raise the Praise tour brought to you by the Altar Boyz. Zach was recently seen in Genesius the Musical, but normally can be found wearing different hats around the theatre. He would like to thank the cast for working hard and digging deep with our crazy schedule and long nights of singing and dancing. He would like to thank Julia, Amanda, Kevin, and Betty for taking the time to be apart of this production. You all are the best of the best and we are so fortunate to have you. A shout out to Larry Fecho and Chris Sperat for giving me this opportunity. And to Hope, who has been there for me when I just need to vent and has been the greatest mentor one could ask for.

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biographies

Brandon Kegerize is no stranger Luke

Caleb Seip Juan

Nick Moore Abraham

to the Genesius stage! His theatre credits include Male Roles (Bill W. & Dr. Bob; Genesius Theatre), Thuy (Miss Saigon; GT), Matt (The Fantasticks; GT), Boy Bear (Avenue Q; Ephrata Performing Arts Center), Sailor (Guys and Dolls; EPAC), Boris (Fiddler on the Roof; EPAC), Scott (Evil Dead: the Musical; Reading Community Players). Brandon is very excited to praise G.O.D. and party with the Altar Boyz cast. Brandon wants to thank his ì boyzî for making this dream show a reality! Brandon would also like to thank his friends and family for their constant support and love! ì Yo, hope your ready for the Boyz to invade Reading! Word up!î

recently seen in Genesius the Musical, is thrilled to be apart of the Raise the Praise tour in Altar Boyz. AMDA (NYC) Alum. Natí l Tours: Pinocchio (Candlwyk) & Alice in Wonderland (Tweedle Dee). Some other previous shows include: Oliver, High School Musical, Legally Blonde, Spelling Bee and Chicago. Mad propz to Zach, Amanda, Julia, Kevin, Larry, the rest of the ì Boyzî , Mom and Micah. Hi Laura!! is very excited to be playing Abraham in Genesius Theatreí s production of Altar Boyz. He saw it in 2008 and it has been one of his favorites ever since. Nick was last seen on the Genesius stage in Legally Blonde and Suessical in the summer of 2013. He would like to thank the awesome cast and crew for all the memories made over the past few weeks. And lastly, he would like to thank his friends and family for their support.... and of course God! Mazzletozzle yo! Stay tuned for our surprizzle later in the shizzle.

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biographies

Kevin J Cooper C o n d u c t o r began

Julia Elberfeld Stage Mgr.

Amanda Leam Guistwite Choreographer

his love affair with musical theater at a very early age. His father, Robert J. Cooper, was a Broadway aficionado, and this constant exposure to the genre steered Kevin into a lifelong relationship with the stage. Kevin has been involved with innumerable productions in various Berks County venues and beyond. Kevin teaches music in the Reading School District, and sings in the Worship Team and Senior Choir at First Presbyterian Church. Kevin and his wife Ellen are the parents of two daughters, Elizabeth, 21 and Cecilia, 19. Mr. Cooper is anxious to hear our five most talented boyz in action.

has become quite a regular at Genesius Theatre in recent years. She has been seen on stage in numerous productions, including: Miss Saigon (Yvette), Witness for the Prosecution (Romaine), and Reefer Madness (Placard Girl). She has also worked a great deal behind the scenes, most recently as Stage Manager of last summerí s production of Legally Blonde. Thanks to the Boyz for making this such a rockiní experience! has been a boy band enthusiast since Justin Timberlake was rocking bleach blonde curls in 1997. She understands the true dedication and hard work it takes to be one of these heart throbs, so instead of telling you about her past credits, she would like to give tremendous love to the five incredible gentlemen performing for you tonight. Theyí ve worked tirelessly to put this show together with a short rehearsal process, and theyí ve done it all while balancing jobs, families, and life. Amanda has truly enjoyed this opportunity to dance with and yell counts out at the Boyz. She caní t imagine a more talented or wonderful group of guys for these roles. ì Thanks to N*Sync, Brit, and NKOTB for letting me borrow some moves. Oh, and Benjamin... I love you and I caní t wait to marry you!î

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