Conrad Weiser PTO and Genesius Theatre proudly present
July 10th, 11th, and 12th, 2014 at Conrad Weiser Middle School
CONRAD WEISER PTO, GENESIUS THEATRE & SWEET STREET DESSERTS L J FECHO
ZACHARY FRANTZ
ARTISTIC PRODUCER
MANAGING DIRECTOR
PRESENT
BOOK BY LINDA WOOLVERTON and ROBERT FALLS and DAVID HENRY HWANG MUSIC BY ELTON JOHN LYRICS by TIM RICE
Andrew Cusano
MUSICAL DIRECTOR & CONDUCTOR
Amanda Leam Guistwite CHOREOGRAPHER
ANN CUSANO
SABRINA HETTINGER
MUSIC SUPERVISOR
JEFF CUSANO
SCENIC DESIGNER AND BUILDER
LIGHTING DESIGNER
JOE COOPER AND JEFF CUSANO
ZACH FRANTZ
SOUND DESIGNERS
STAGE MANAGER
EILEEN RAVERT
COSTUME DESIGNER DIRECTED BY
Hope L. O’Pake Elton John and Tim Rice's Aida Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212-397-4684 www.MTIShows.com
Our Board of Directors President - Brian Fichthorn Vice President - Chris Sperat Secretary - Ann Cusano Treasurer - Dave Neel Board Members - Jordan Baylor, Barry Ewald, Zach Frantz, and Kathi Christie
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From the Director...
Good evening and welcome to Conrad Weiser Middle School! Tonight’s production is brought to you through a collaboration between the Conrad Weiser High School PTO and Genesius Theatre. These groups, in addition to Aida’s Production Team, are comprised of folks who share a common passion for providing our youth with a variety of opportunities for education, fun, and personal growth. The 75 cast members performing for you this evening range in age from 6 to 22. Representing a dozen Berks County schools and five colleges, these “kids” are a “Who’s Who” list of our region’s musical theatre creme de la creme. What an inspiring experience we’ve shared in putting together such an emotional piece in just 7 weeks. I’m truly grateful for the journey and for the countless people who have helped to make this show what it is. We hope this story will speak to you and our performance will give you a glimpse of our passion for what we do. On behalf of Genesius Theatre, CWHS PTO, and everyone involved in AIda, we thank you for your support. Please enjoy the show. Theatrically yours, Hope L. O’Pake, Director
The Cast of Aida Aida – Julia deGruchy Radames – Michael Roman Amneris – Hannah Schreffler Mereb – Tyler Ravert Zoser – Drew Snyder Pharaoh – Spencer Barbera Nehebka – Priscilla Olivares Amonasro – Grayson Ziegler Ensemble Men - Jack Ambarian, Joseph Ambarian, Mitch Boyer, Michael Confalone, Connor Dautrich, Matt Duong, Drew Gantert, Andrew Granus, Cutter Harris, Evan Malarkey, Nick Moore, Seth Ravert, Eli Reber, Gabe Reber, MJ Stone, RJ Voit, Nolan Watts, Strat Yost Ensemble Women - Kayla Aulenbach, Jillian Barskey, Brianna Bernheiser, Julia Boyer, Megan Butterworth, Alivia Devlin, Emma Devlin, Michaela Dungan, Cassidy Franco, Tori Gibson, Grace Gleason, Alex Goshert, Kaitlyn Granger, Elizabeth Hawley, Arianna Hemmings, Katie Hulina, Emily Jordan, Torey Jordan, Kaia Kantner, Rose Kershner, Natalie Konowal, Mikaela Krall, Maura Malarkey, Summer Mankey, Riley Mattes, Sophia Mattes, Mary McCormick, Norene Miller, Andrea Moore, Gabby Mulreaney, Rachel Ohnsman, Chloe Olszewski, Rebecca Pelachick, Briana Reazor, Kylie Reazor, Kelsey Reider, Sarah Rothenberger, Dana Schultz, Sydney Schultz, Emily Snyder, Maya Spragley, Christiana Wagner, Julia Weaver, Katie Weidner, Emma Wenrich, Marley Wheeler, Maria Yost, Sophia Yost, Eleni Zahariadis
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Act 1 Scenes and Songs
Prologue, The Museum Every Story is a Love Story............................................ Amneris Scene 1, A Slave Barge Fortune Favors the Brave........................Radames and Soldiers Scene 2, Radames’ Quarters The Past is Another Land..................................................... Aida Scene 3, The Docks Another Pyramid........................................ Zoser and Ministers Scene 4, Hallway in the Pharaoh’s Palace How I Know You................................................. Mereb and Aida Scene 5, The Baths My Strongest Suit........................................... Amneris and Girls Scene 6, The Pharaoh’s Private Banquet Room Fortune Favors the Brave (Reprise)... ..........................Radames Enchantment Passing Through................... Radames and Aida Scene 7, Amneris’s Dressing Room My Strongest Suit (Reprise)........................................... Amneris Scene 8, The Nubian Slave Camp The Dance of the Robe................................. Aida and Ensemble Scene 9, The Nile’s Edge Not Me.............................................................. Radames, Mereb Scene 10, Marketplace Not Me.............................. Radames, Mereb, Aida, and Amneris Scene 11, Radames’ Tent Elaborate Lives.............................................. Radames and Aida Scene 12, The Nubian Slave Camp The Gods Love Nubia.................. Aida, Nehebka and Ensemble
Act 2 Scenes and Songs Scene 1, Starscape A Step Too Far............................... Amneris, Radames, and Aida Scene 2, The Prison Easy as Life............................................................................ Aida Scene 3, The War Room of the Palace Like Father Like Son.................................... Zoser and Ministers Scene 4, Nubian Slave Camp Radames’ Letter............................................................ Radames How I Know You (Reprise) ................................................ Mereb Scene 5, Radames’ Garden Written in the Stars............................................. Aida, Radames I Know the Truth............................................................. Amneris Scene 6, Amneris’ Dressing Room I Know the Truth continued........................................... Amneris Scene 7, The Royal Wedding Scene 8, The Docks Scene 9, The Judgement Hall Elaborate Lives (Reprise)... ..................................................Aida Scene 10, The Interior of the Tomb Enchantment Passing Through (Reprise)... Radames and Aida Epilogue, The Museum Every Story is a Love Story (Reprise)............................ Amneris
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The Crew of Aida Stage Crew: Simmon Gage, Randy Glahn, Jordan Miller, Trey Petrarca Light Board Operator: Nick Francone Spot Light Operators: John Hart and Ben Long Sound Board Operator: CJ Hart Crew: Nate Bender, Jess Chernich, Jackie Dull, Alex Roche, and Jon Roche Hair and Make up: Carmen Painter, United Artists Salon and Spa, Amanda, Starr, Amy, and Erin
The Orchestra of Aida Conductor and Rehearsal Accompanist - Andrew Cusano Violin- James Gilmer Viola - Kathleen Stevens Cello- Jan Dixon Bass - Max Zeuner Flute/Piccolo - Jenna Hartman Oboe/English Horn - Ann Cusano F Horn - Erin Mathews Guitar1 - Dave Weidenhammer Guitar2/Violin 2 - Alex Price Drum Set - Travis Williamson Percussion - Cameron Davis Keyboard 1 - Chris Sperat Keyboard 2 - Diana Cook Keyboard 3 - Greg Reber
Special Thank You’s Conrad Weiser PTO Troy Kantner and Solve IT Solutions Sandy Solomon and Doug Messner of Sweet Street Desserts Craig Matthew, Conrad Weiser Middle School Staff Dr. Randy Grove, Dr. Adams and the Conrad Weiser School District Administration Stacy Miller Robin Robertson Greg Mazurek Nicole Natale Megan Cusano and Chris Sperat for support at rehearsals Tina Angstadt and the Governor Mifflin Theatre Department Reading Civic Theatre Ephrata Performing Arts Center Dave Neel and Production Solutions Inc. Joe Cooper Atomic Design Atomic Lighting Ruby’s Sewing and Etc. Mike Rhoads Hershey’s, Basil’s Restaurant and Pizzeria, Rita’s Italian Ice, Dieffenbach’s Potato Chips, All Star Distributing, Inc., Pepsi, Mair’s and Stroehman, and Berks Packing for food donations Boyer Family & Jordan Family for Organizing Concessions Erica Ziegler, Kathi and Izanna Bashore, Debbie Yost, Hawley Family, Donna Egan and Family, and others for Sewing and Altering Carmen Painter Lisa Konopelski Luana Harris Kelly Snyder and to the continuous support of the parents of the cast of Aida
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About the Cast Jack Ambarian (Ensemble) – Jack is a 9th grader at Wyomissing Area Junior Senior High School.. Jack is a member of Reading Community Players. He participates in Cross Country, Track, Chess club, Math team, Drama, and Chorus at his school. He would like to thank the Gleason family and the Hemmings family for all of the rides. Joey Ambarian (Ensemble)- Joey is extremely excited to be in Aida, and is certainly not a new comer to the stage. He has been in many other musicals including Wyomissing’s production of The Sound of Music, where Joey played Kurt. “I would like to thank my siblings for getting me to audition and also the directors and cast members for making it such a fun experience.” Kayla Aulenbach (Ensemble) - Kayla is thrilled to be involved in her third summer show. She was involved in Bugsy Malone and Into the Woods Jr. at Genesius. Kayla has also participated in countless Conrad Weiser productions. Kayla would like to thank her family and friends for all their support through her musical endeavors. Spencer Barbera (Pharaoh) – A junior at Wyomissing Area High School, Spencer has appeared in many shows at Wyo, Genesius, Reading Community Players, and Reading Civic Theater. His favorite previous roles include: Uncle Max (The Sound of Music, Wyomissing HS); Curly (Oklahoma Jr., Wyomissing HS); and Jack Scott (High School Musical, Genesius). Spencer is extremely excited to be a part of Aida and would like to thank Hope and Zach for everything they’ve done! Jillian Barskey (Ensemble) – This is Jillian’s first summer show and has enjoyed doing Aida and making new friends. Previous shows include: Captain Fantastic (Regina), Conrad Weiser’s production of Grease, and two middle school shows. Brianna Bernheiser (Ensemble)– Brianna attends Penn State University as an animal science major. She loves to dance and is excited to show you that in her very first show! Julia Boyer (Ensemble) - This is Julia's first musical outside of Conrad Weiser and she is enjoying it very much. Julia was also in Grease this year at CWHS. She would like to thank the production team and the rest of the cast for making this a fun experience. Mitch Boyer (Ensemble) - This is Mitchell’s first time working with Genesius Theatre, and only his second musical he participated in, the first being this year’s Conrad Weiser High School production of Grease. Mitchell would like to thank his family, friends, and the production team for all of their love and support.
Megan Butterworth (Ensemble/Student Choreographer) – Megan, a senior at Governor Mifflin, is thrilled to be performing in her second show with Genesius Theater! After participating in Legally Blonde, Megan realized there is no better way to spend her summer than working on a show. At her high school, she has been cast in Guys and Dolls, Aida, and The King and I (Tuptim). Michael Confalone (Ensemble)– Mikey is very excited to perform Aida, his first show with Genesius Theater! Mikey has also been in Grease (Eugene) and Guys and Dolls (Ltn. Brannigan) at Conrad Weiser High School. He has also performed with Conrad Weiser Middle School and Rainbow Theater. Mikey would like to thank his friends and family. Connor Dautrich (Ensemble) - Connor is thrilled to be participating in Aida this summer. Although this is his first community theater show, he has been in 10 school shows at Conrad Weiser school district. His most admirable roles include: Danny Zuko (Grease) and Nathan Detroit (Guys and Dolls). He hopes you enjoy Genesius' performance of Aida! Julia deGruchy (Aida) - a sophomore Musical Theatre student at The University of the Arts, is thrilled to be challenged by this role. She would like to thank the production team for this opportunity, her parents, and the cast for their dedication. Follow your heart to another world and enjoy the show. Michaela Dungan (Ensemble) - This is Michaela's first show through Genesis, but has been in over 13 shows (so far.) Her favorite performance was in The Music Man Jr. as Alma Hicks. She was a soloist at Jr. County Chorus this year and takes voice lessons with Francine Black. Alivia Devlin (Ensemble) - is excited to be performing as part of the on stage cast after working the spotlight for Genesuis' run of Suessical. Her love of acting has deepened following performances with the Yocum Institute. Alivia is thrilled to be sharing the stage for the first time with her sister Emma. Emma Devlin (Ensemble) - is performing in her second play with Genesius (Suessical). She is once again looking forward to sharing her love of acting not only with her fellow cast members, family and friends, but is especially excited to be sharing the stage for the first time with her sister Alivia. Matt Duong (Ensemble)– Matt is thrilled to be participating in his first Genesius show. He has also participated in 8 shows at Conrad Weiser. Matt would like to thank his family and friends for everything they’ve done for him in the events leading up to this show. Riley Feltenberger (Ensemble) - is a 5th grader in Muhlenberg School District. Some previous roles include: Roddy (Golly Gee Whiz, Entourage Entertainment); a refugee (Miss Saigon, Genesius Theatre); and a student (Les Miserables School Edition, Genesius Theatre). He also enjoys playing football, basketball and other sports. He would like to thank his parents for their love and support.
Break a Leg, Cast and Crew of Aida! From The Ambarian Family
Cassidy Franco (Ensemble) - Cassidy is excited to perform in her first Genesius Theatre musical. Cassidy has participated in all CWMS musicals and several Yocum Institute programs. Her favorite role by far was playing Patty Simcox (Grease) at CWHS. She also participates in student council, chorus, soccer and field hockey. Cassidy thanks her family, friends and musical directors for their support and hard work. Tori Gibson (Ensemble, Student Director) – Tori is excited to be part of the cast of Aida. This is her tenth production, but her first with Genesius Theater. She enjoys long walks on the beach and hopes to eventually own 100 cats. If her goal fails, she plans on continuing with theater. Grace Gleason (Ensemble) – Grace is going to 8th grade at Wyomissing Area Jr/Sr High. Grace’s favorite roles include: Annie (Annie, Genesius Theater) and Louisa Von Trapp (Sound of Music, Wyomissing Area High School). She would like to thank her parents and the crew for giving her this experience. Alex Goshert (Ensemble/Student Choreographer) – has performed with Genesius, Reading Civic Theatre, Reading Community Players, Rainbow Theatre, and school since age 7 & dancing since age 4. Alex will be in 11th grade at Governor Mifflin and wishes to thank her parents and Ro-Ro for all their support. Kaitlyn Granger (Ensemble)– Kaitlyn has been in a multitude of shows over the years and has grown up watching her sisters on stage. This past school year she enjoyed her first high school musical, Grease. Kaitlyn is happy that she had the experience of participating in Aida and made some great friends in the process. Andrew Granus (Ensemble)– Andrew is an ensemble member in his fifth show to date, but Aida is his first with Genesuis Theater. He previously has been involved with the follow shows: High School Musical, CWMS; The Royal Bachelor, CWMS; Guys and Dolls, CWHS; and Grease, CWHS. Cutter Harris (Ensemble)– Cutter will be a senior at Conrad Weiser this year. In recent years, he has performed in High School Musical, Groovy, This Old House, The Stories of Scheherazade, The Wizard of Oz, and Guys and Dolls. He was unable to participate in Grease this past school year because of lacrosse. Elizabeth Hawley (Ensemble) – Elizabeth is excited to perform in Aida as her first community show. She has previously performed in musicals at Conrad Weiser HS, most recently in the show Grease as Frenchy. Elizabeth is grateful for this wonderful experience and thanks her family and friends for all their support. Arianna Hemmings (Ensemble, Student Director) – Arianna attends Wyomissing Area Jr./Sr. High School and will be entering 9th grade. She has been in Footloose (extra), South Pacific (extra), and Willy Wonka Jr. (oompa loompa/ candy kid). Arianna is so happy that she joined the Genesius cast and wants to thank her family for always being there for her.
Katie Hulina (Ensemble) - Katie is excited to be performing in Aida this summer, and in her first Genesis theater show. Katie has also performed in Conrad Weiser high school and middle school shows, as well as Yocum Institute performances and church productions. Katie would like to thank friends and family for their support. Emily Jordan (Ensemble) - made her musical theatre debut at age 8 and has loved performing ever since. In the past year Emily appeared in Seussical, Legally Blonde, Spamalot, and Genesius the Musical at Genesius as well as Legally Blonde at Wilson High School. She would like to thank the cast and creative team for their hard work this summer. Torey Jordan (Ensemble) - is thrilled to be a part of the Aida cast. She is a sophomore at Penn State Berks, and is majoring in biology. Previous roles include Cinderella's Stepmother in Into the Woods and Mrs. Meers in Thoroughly Modern Millie. Torey would like to thank her sister for encouraging her to audition for Aida. Kaia Kantner (Ensemble) - is proud to be part of another Genesius Theater production in the ensemble of Aida. Kaia lives in Sinking Spring and attends St. Ignatius Loyola Regional School. Kaia also enjoys performing vocally and recently had her debut as a solo vocal performer. Kaia would like to thank her family for their unending love and support. Rose Kershner (Ensemble) - Rose is a ninth grader at Exeter High School. Her recent roles include a Pick-A-Little Lady in The Music Man at Exeter Junior High and ensemble in the Wizard of Oz at Ephrata Performing Arts Center. Rose is very excited to be in Aida! Natalie Konowal (Ensemble) – Natalie has performed in five shows, including Aida. She has previously performed with Conrad Weiser High School in the following musicals: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Beauty and The Beast, Thoroughly Modern Millie, and the Wizard of Oz. Natalie is currently attending beauty school at Metro Beauty Academy in Allentown. She is looking forward to working with Hope and her cast. Mikaela Krall (Ensemble, Student Music Intern) - is honored to be apart of the production of Aida. Previous roles include: Widow Corney (Oliver, WSMS), Mrs. Frake (State Fair, WSMS), The Giant (Into the Woods, WHS), and Paulette (Legally Blonde, WHS). Mikaela would like to thank her family, Mrs. Voigt, Mr. Reppert, Jonathan Reinhold, Katie and Kayla (her hairdressers) for all their support! Evan Malarkey (Ensemble) - Evan has performed in several genesius productions including High School Musical and Les Miserables. Evan has performed in Wizard of Oz and Guys and Dolls at Conrad Weiser High School.Evan is excited to be working in another production with Hope.
Break A Leg Megan!
Maura Malarkey (Ensemble) - Maura is in her second production at Genesius. She performed in Les Miserables in 2012. Maura has performed in numerous productions at CW middle school.Her favorite role to date was Peggy Sue in Hot Rod at CW middle school. Maura is excited to spend the summer with her friends and meeting new ones. Summer Mankey (Ensemble) - This is Summer’s third show on stage and fourth all together. She has taken part in two of the Conrad Weiser Middle School shows (The Royal Bachelor, High School Musical). She has also done spotlight for the Conrad Weiser High School’s production of Grease. She is excited to be back on stage for Genesis Theatres production of Aida. Sophia Mattes (Ensemble) - is excited once again to participate in Genesius's summer production. She has had a very busy year in theatre and is very grateful to Genesius for the many wonderful opportunities she has had. They include participating in Suessical the Musical, Spamalot, and especially her role as Snooky in Genesius the Musical. She also participated in EPAC's version of Wizard the Oz, Jr. and Young Performers Cabaret. Thanks to Hope, Andy , Zach and Amanda for all your help in making me a better performer. Riley Mattes (Ensemble) - is enjoying spending her summer participating in Genesius's Aida. She is excited to be a Nubian in this show. Riley was most recently in Wizard of Oz, Jr. at EPAC and it's Young Performers Cabaret. Her most exciting role to date was Molly in Annie, Jr. at EPAC. In her free time she enjoys playing the piano, cheerleading and swimming. Mary McCormick (Ensemble) - Mary is thrilled to return to Genesius in Aida! Mary is an active singer in Berks County and beyond. She has appeared in many different roles, such as the Narrator in Joseph…(CWHS) and Giannetta in Berks Opera Workshop’s L’Elisir d’Amore. Mary is a graduate of Kutztown University and Conrad Weiser. She looks forward to pursuing a M.M. in Vocal Performance at Temple this fall. Nicholas Allen Moore (Ensemble)– Nick is excited to be in another summer show with Hope and everyone. He was recently seen on stage just last month as Abraham in Altar Boyz at Genesius Theatre and is now thrilled to be in Aida. He would like to thank his friends and family for all their support. Gabby Mulreaney (Ensemble) – Gabby is excited to be in her first Genesius production. She has previously been in three shows at Conrad Weiser Middle School. Gabby was also in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, performed by Conrad Weiser High School. Rachel Ohnsman (Ensemble; student music director) is so proud to join the terrific cast and production team of Aida. Previous roles include: Fairy Godmother (Cinderella, Wyomissing Area Drama Club); Lady Rowena (Once Upon A Mattress, WADC); Bird Girl (Seussical, Genesius West); Chutney (Legally Blonde, Genesius Theatre); Elsa Schraeder (The Sound of Music, WADC). Rachel wishes to thank her family, friends, cast, and production team (especially Mr. Andy Cusano) for their support. #FoNubia!
Priscilla Olivares (Nehebka) - Priscilla is so excited to make her Genesius debut in Aida as Nehebka. She's been in Les Miserables (Ensemble) She was also in Suessical (Ensemble) She would like to thank her friends and family in and out if the show for all of their support. Chloe Olszewski (Ensemble) - Chloe, an upcoming senior at Wyomissing Area, has appeared in seven area shows. She also actively participates in her school concert choir, and Chorale. Chloe would like to thank her parents for always supporting her, and those who worked to create a great show. Rebecca Pelachick (Ensemble, Student Director) - Rebecca has performed in High School Musical, The Royal Bachelor, and Bedside Manor at Conrad Weiser Middle School. She was also in Grease at Conrad Weiser High School. This is her first production with Genesius. Seth Ravert (Ensemble)– Seth has performed in many Genesius shows including last year’s show Seussical. He is happy he gets to perform this show with his older brother, Tyler, as he leaves for college this year. Seth also plays the euphonium and is in the Conrad Weiser Marching Scouts. His is looking forward to completing the rest of his high school career doing musicals. Tyler Ravert (Mereb)– Tyler is so excited to be Mereb in Genesius’ Aida. Previous roles include: Jimmy Smith (TMM); Tinman (Wizard of Oz); Nicely Nicely Johnson (Guys and Dolls); Doody (Grease); Jean Val Jean (Les Miserables, Genesius); and Skibleshaki (Cats, Alpha Omega). Tyler will be attending Susquehanna University next year and thanks his friends and family for their support. Briana Reazor (Ensemble) is in her first show at Genesius as a cast member. Last year she was a member of the Seusscial stage crew. She participates in dance classes at Academy of Movement Dance Studio. Briana will be entering 6th grade next year in the Governor Mifflin School District. Kylie Reazor (Ensemble) is excited to be part of her second production at Genesius. She was previously seen on stage in Seussical (ensemble) and The King and I (Princess Ying Yaawolak). Kylie enjoys singing, acting, and dancing. She will be entering 4th grade next year in the Governor Mifflin School district. Eli Reber (Ensemble) - Eli has never participated in a musical before, so he is especially excited to perform this show (along with the awesome cast and production team). Gabe Reber (Ensemble) - Gabe is a relative newcomer to the theater scene. He recently had a role in Conrad Weiser's production of Grease, which was the first show he participated in. He greatly enjoyed this experience and decided to participate in the Genesius summer show. He would like to thank his theater friends for making his experience so fun.
Remaining 2014 Genesius Season
Kelsey Reider (Ensemble) - Kelsey has appeared in a number of shows all over the area. Some of her favorite roles include "Annie" in Antietam's production of Annie, "Bird girl" in last summers Seussical , and "Sister Sophia" in Wyomissing Area's The Sound of Music. Kelsey is beyond excited to be in Aida and wants to thank her cast mates for making it such a fun summer. Michael Roman (Radames) – Michael is a hairstylist at United Artists Salon and Spa in West Reading. Michael is thrilled to be working with Hope in the role of a lifetime. Previous roles include: Donkey (Shrek); Jesus (Reefer Madness); and Angel (Angel). Thank you to Hope and the amazing production staff for believing in me and allowing me to be your Radames! Sarah Rothenberger (Ensemble) - Sarah is 16 and attends Fleetwood High School. She loves everything musical, and fills her free time playing various instruments and singing. Sarah’s favorite roles played include: Mrs. Paroo (The Music Man, Fleetwood High School Theatre), Duchess (Alice in Wonderland, Fleetwood Middle School Theatre), and a nurse (South Pacific, FHST). Hannah Schreffler (Amneris) - Hannah is a junior at Hamburg High. Outside of the theater, she participates in Berks Youth Chorus and private vocal, piano and dance lessons. Memorable roles include Esther (Meet Me in St. Louis), Rusty (Footloose) and Amy (Little Women). She would like to thank her parents for their unwavering support. Drew Snyder (Zoser) – Drew is totally psyched to be portraying Zoser in Genesius’ production of Aida. Drew has previously taken part in two other musicals The King and I and Aida, both performed with Governor Mifflin High School. Drew will be a junior at Governor Mifflin High School this year. He enjoys spending time playing football, longboarding, and singing. MJ Stone (Ensemble, Student Technical Director) has been involved in theater since the age of 8. He instantly knew the theater would be his second home and has been exploring roles ever since. His most recent roles include Northbrook (Mary Poppins: The Extracalifragilistic Experience, Fulton Theater) and The Wizard (Wizard of Oz, Ephrata Performing Arts Center). RJ Voit (Ensemble) – RJ is ecstatic to be a part of Genesius’ Aida this summer. He has been in a cavalcade of roles for Genesius and Governor Mifflin HS. RJ is very proud of his friend, Drew, for landing the part of Zoser. Christiana Wagner (Ensemble) - is excited to be a part of her favorite musical in her first Genesius production! Christiana’s previous roles include Betty Lou (Hot Rod, CW Middle School), Ms. Henry (The Royal Bachelor, CWMS), Anyanka (Bedside Manor, CWMS), Amy (Captain Louie, Yocum Jr. Broadway), and a munchkin in the Wizard of Oz (Sovereign Center.) Enjoy Aida! Nolan Watts (Ensemble) – Nolan is a 14 year old actor who has performed in many shows. Previous roles include: Daniel (Once on this Island, Alpha Omega); Plato (Cats, Alpha Omega); King of Hearts (Alice in Wonderland, Yocum Institute).
Julia Weaver (Ensemble) – Julia is thrilled to take the stage again with Genesius Theater. She has been in Annie (ensemble); Little Mermaid (ensemble); Annie Jr. (star to be) and had 6 months of voice lessons. Julia would like to thank her friends and family for supporting her and wishes the cast of Aida the best. Emma Wenrich (Ensemble)- Emma is excited to be taking the stage a second time, having performed in Suessical last summer with Genesius. She would like to thank the production team for giving her this opportunity, her big brother Grayson for being an awesome role model and introducing her to theater and a special thanks to Emily Snyder for all of your help! Marley Wheeler (Ensemble)– Marley has only been in one previous show, Meet Me in St. Louis (Katie). She is very excited to be part of the Aida cast and would like to thank all of the friends she’s meet through the show! Maria Yost (Ensemble, Student Music Intern) – Maria is excited to be part of her second Genesius production. She has appeared in six Wyomissing productions notably winning a YNOT award this year for small group ensemble in The Sound of Music. Maria is a senior at Wyomissing High School, a member of Yocum Dance Company, sings for BYC, and an accomplished figure skater. She participated in County and District Chorus. Maria plays the flute, violin, piano, and guitar. Merde and thanks to everyone who made this show rock. Sophia Yost (Ensemble) – Sophia is in 5th grade at Wyomissing. She was in Seussical last year with Genesius Theater. Sophia participates in drama club at Yocum Institute and has appeared in many plays including Phantom Tollbooth Jr. last year. She takes voice, dance, violin, and flute lessons along with gymnastics, figure skating, and swim team. Sophia thanks her family and the entire production team for this amazing opportunity. Strat Yost (Ensemble, Student Stage Manager) – Strat is a sophomore at Wyomissing High School. He loves being involved in all aspects of the shows he participates in, from acting and singing to set building and stage crew. This will be Strat’s 5th time on stage, second time with Genesius. His favorite role was playing Jud in Wyo’s Oklahoma. Strat takes voice and dance lessons. He also participates in football, wrestling, lacrosse, swim team, and Boy Scout troop 413. See Strat this fall in Carrie the Musical at Genesius, scarrryyyyy. Thanks to everyone. Eleni Zahariadis (Ensemble) – Eleni is a senior at Fleetwood Area High School. Her favorite roles include: Beatrice (Much Ado About Nothing, Yocum Institute); Nellie Forbush (South Pacific, Fleetwood High School); and Hattie (Go Dog Go!, YI). This is Eleni’s first time working with Genesius.