Music and lyrics by Harold Arlen & E Y Harburg
Background music by Herbert Stothart Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard
Orchestration by Larry Wilcox
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company
Based upon the Classic Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros
Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC
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Welcome
Music and lyrics by Harold Arien &
Background music by
E.Y. Harburg Herbert StothartDance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard
Orchestration by Larry Wilcox
Adopted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Co.
Based upon the Classic Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
"You have always had the power my dear, you just had to learn it yourself.”
Glinda the Good Witch
Ava, We are so incredibly proud of the amazing, compassionate, and hysterically funny, human, that you are! You inspire us daily.
Love, Mom, Dad, Bella & Ruby to Ava and the entire Cast & Crew of the Wizard of Oz!
The Wizard of Oz Congratulations
You are all incredible!
Anoosheh Azeem ………………..………………………… Hickory/Tin Man
Zoya Azeem……………………………. Poppy, Winkie, Ozian, Munchkin
Ana Bateman ………………..……Ms. Gulch/Wicked Witch of the West
Bear………………………………………………………………………………….Toto
Yana Beskorovaynaya …………….…Coroner, Crow, Jitterbug, Ozian
Gabriel Bomber………….…..Tree, Poppy, Winkie, Ozian, Munchkin
Emily Brown…………..Poppy, Monkey, Ozian, Jitterbug, Munchkin
Audrey Carranza………Poppy, Winkie, Jitterbug, Ozian, Munchkin
Keiragan Ewanchuk……….…………………………………….Dorothy Gale
Emma Gorger…………..Poppy, Winkie, Jitterbug, Ozian, Munchkin
Millie Gotze……………………….Tot, Jitterbug, Poppy, Monkey, Ozian
Ada Kahn………………………….…..Poppy, Monkey, Ozian, Munchkin
Shayaan Khan…………………Poppy, Winkie, Tree, Ozian, Munchkin
Rhea Kosanam….……………….. Poppy, Winkie, Tot, Jitterbug, Ozian
Samantha Lilli………………….Aunt Em, City Father, Ozian, Jitterbug
Aine Martin…………………….……..Poppy, Monkey, Ozian, Munchkin
Ian Martin ……………..…..Uncle Henry, Tough Guy, Ozian, Jitterbug
Sophia McNassar…………..Glinda the Good Witch, Jitterbug, Ozian
Joyce My Nguyen………………Tree, School Teacher, Jitterbug, Ozian
Leah Nerenberg……………………………Jitterbug, Mayor, Crow, Ozian
Sonia Pagán………………………Jitterbug, Poppy, Monkey, Tot, Ozian
Ameerah Pienovi……………..…….…School Teacher, Jitterbug, Ozian
Cameron Presnell………………………………………..…Hunk/Scarecrow
Joshua Rhein……..Professor Marvel, Tough Guy, The Wizard of Oz
Satya Semenchalam………Nikko, Lead Jitterbug, City Father, Ozian
Mia Schoenkerman….……Barrister, Jitterbug, Emerald City Guard
Adalynn Shields…………….……… Poppy, Monkey, Ozian, Munchkin
Leiya Tope ……………….…………………….………….Zeke/Cowardly Lion
Nolan Utberg …………..…….……..Tough Guy, Winkie General, Ozian
Dear Sophia,
Whether running the Talking Shop as Mrs. Correy, in charge of projections on tech crew, or leading the Munchkins as Glinda in Oz, you put your heart into every role you take on. You never cease to impress us with the grace and level of commitment you demonstrate with everything that has been assigned or entrusted to you. Listening to you sing and watching you light up the stage with your performances has created an experience for us nothing short of spectacular. You are a beautiful and caring human being, inside and out, and we are so incredibly proud of you! To Oz!
We love you so much!
Mommy, Daddy, and Mario
Joshua, You are such a goofball!
With your love of life and your heart of gold you exude joy all around you. We love seeing you perform on stage where you shine so brightly especially in your very own land of Oz! We love you and are so proud of you!
Love, Mom & Dad
Act I
• Opening…. Girls Chorus
• “Over the Rainbow”.... Dorothy
• Munchkin Musical Sequence, “Ding Dong the Witch is Dead”..... Glinda, Dorothy, and Munchkins
• “Yellow Brick Road”….. Dorothy, Munchkins
• “If I Only Had a Brain”..... Scarecrow, Dorothy, Crows
• “If I Only Had a Heart”..... Tin Man, Dorothy, Trees
• “Lions, Tigers, and Bears”..... Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man
• “If I Only Had the Nerve”….. Lion, Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man
• “We’re Off to See the Wizard”..... Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion
• “Poppies”.....Glinda, Dorothy, Tin Man, Scarecrow, Lion, and Chorus
Act II
• Entr’acte….. Girls Chorus
• “The Merry Old Land of Oz”….. Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Emerald City Guard, Ozians
• “If I Were King of the Forest”..... Lion, Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man
• “March of the Winkies”….. Winkies
• “Jitterbug”…..Wicked Witch, Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Jitterbugs
• “Winkies March / Over the Rainbow Reprise”….. Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Winkies
• “Ding Dong the Witch is Dead Reprise”….. Winkies
Alex, with your fearless nature you give your all in everything that you do. We love you and are so proud of you! Go Tech Crew!
Love, Mom & Dad
Dear Finnegan,
We are all having such fun following you on your journey in theater. We applaud you for taking on another first for you -Tech!
We know you’ll be great!
We all love you, Mom, Dad, Bandit and Luna
Ps - We’re still bummed we couldn’t convince you to play a flying monkey or someone in the lollypop guild! Maybe next year you’ll feel differently about being in a musical!
Congratulations on your first theater performance, Audrey!
I'm sure you will be wonderful - the flair for the dramatic that you carry through life is perfect for the stage!
I love you and am very proud of you.
Love, Mom
Director ……………………………………………….. Ginnie Paterson
Musical Director……………………………………..Kelliann Wright
Choreographer………………………………………….Brittney Clark
Technical Director …………….…………………..Esther McFaden
Light Designer …………………………….…………Esther McFaden
Scenic Designer…………………………..Matt & Tracey Curfman
Prop Fabrication…….………Matt & Tracey Curfman, Colleen Gotze, Carrie Bateman, Lisette McNassar, Sheri Lilli, Tracie Semenchalam
Costumers ……………………Kristine Arbaugh, Karin Presnell
Parent Volunteer Coordinators ………….…… Carrie Bateman
Stage Manager………………………………….Marcella Hanson ‘25
Assistant Stage Manager………..………………..… Hailey Johns ’27
Technical Crew…………… Finn Andrus ’28, Kaylee Arbaugh ’24, Gabe Delplanche ‘25, Grace Duffy ’25, Grace Gore ’27, Larissa Mallen ’27, Luke Pranger ’25, Rafael Rael ’26, Alexander Rhein ‘27, Emma Risser ’26, Ayman Tazo ’26, Ava Thuret ’27
Headshot Photography.…..…..Ginnie Paterson, Colleen Gotze
Videographer & Editor………………………..……Simeon Bateman
Marketing…………………………… SSMO Communications Team
Poster Artwork.………..………Braydon Grant ’24, Colleen Gotze
Background Artwork……..Sophia McNassar, Sophia Quintos, Jenn Deal
Program Design………………..…………………………… Tania Rhein
Set Painting & Construction……………………..…Cast & Crew of The Wizard of Oz, Matt & Tracey Curfman, Jason Baca, John Matcovich, Parents of Cast & Crew
Marcella! Stage Manager Extraordinaire!
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
And the dreams that you dare to dream really do come true.
Your Aunt, Uncle and Grandpa Are all very proud of you!
We love you, Aunt Dorothy, Uncle Scott and Grandpa
Ian, You’ve always had the drive to succeed! You’ve got the brain, heart, and courage to follow your yellow brick road. Know that if ever there’s a storm, there’s no place like home. We’re so proud of you!
Love, Dad, Mom, Devon & Sirius
Like many of you in the audience, I grew up watching The Wizard of Oz once a year, when it was broadcast on TV around Thanksgiving. That led me as a child reading all of L. Frank Baum’s adventures in Oz, and immersing myself in that wonderful fantasy world. I never imagined, though, that I’d be directing it as my 40th production at Valley Catholic. However, the opportunity presented itself as I looked at our students and thought it would be a perfect fit.
As it turns out, it has been. This is the largest cast of a show since 2019, and I’m so grateful that we not only have dedicated high school students, but a delightful group of 14 middle schoolers who have joined the ensemble. With 42 students on cast and crew, this production has come together in a truly wonderful way-- students working together on Saturdays to build the set, working hard in and outside rehearsals, and making up lost time after a week of ice.
I’d like to thank our production team, and the parents of the cast and crew who have dedicated hours to this production. Kelliann Wright and Brittney Clark, I cannot make these musicals come together without your energy and coaching on vocals and choreography-- especially this year, when my mobility was compromised! Matt and Tracey Curfman, thank you for joining us again to design and execute more magical scenery for Oz! Karin Presnell and Kris Arbaugh, the costumes for the show look amazing, and I’m constantly in awe of your resourcefulness and creativity. Esther McFaden, your technical know-how has brought the magical elements of the production to life! And to all the other parents who have given so much time and talent in making lobby decorations, designing the poster and program, working on the sets, and everything else involved-- I’m as always truly grateful and humbled by your generosity of spirit, and all you do for our kids.
Finally, a huge ‘thank you’ to the Sisters of Saint Mary of Oregon. Because of you, we are able to continue to thrive as an Arts community at Valley Catholic. We are all truly blessed! I’m so excited that you’re all here tonight to join us in telling this wonderful story of friendship, courage, and heart, reminding us that home is surrounded by those who love us, and there’s no place like home.
Time goes by too fast. It feels like 2007 was just a moment ago. We cannot be more proud of the person you are becoming.
Keep shining. Love, Amme and Abu
Ada Kahn (Ensemble): Ada is a 6th grader at VCMS. She has not played any previous roles but has prior acting experience in improv and acting clubs. She loves D&D and Wings Of Fire by Tui T. Sutherland. She also loves acting and The Wizard of Oz. She is friends with Sonia and Aine.
Adalynn Shields (Ensemble): Adalynn is a 6th grader at VCMS. This is Adalynn’s first play not just on the Valley stage but on any stage. She is super excited to be in The Wizard of Oz!
“Hope you have a blast!”
Aine Martin (Ensemble): Aine has not been in any shows here at Valley (yet!). She was Girl 1, A Child, Ensemble and Glades in Comic Book Hero. She was also Rachel in the Student Council. She is a 6th grader. “This will be entertaining!”
Alex Rhein (Tech Crew): Alexander Rhein is a freshman at Valley Catholic HS. This is his second play. He was Tech Crew in The Fearsome Pirate Frank in the fall as well. Have a fun time!
Ameerah Pienovi (School Teacher Munchkin/ Ensemble): Ameerah is a sophomore. She was previously in the VCHS production of The Fearsome Pirate Frank as the albatross and a pirate actor.
Ana Bateman (Ms. Gulch/ Wicked Witch of the West): Ana, a junior at VCHS, is in her 6th show at Valley Catholic. She has played Miss Scarlet in Clue, Mrs. Bucket in Willy Wonka, Lady Olivia in Twelfth Night, and Mrs. Banks in Mary Poppins. This year she was seen as the star of stars, Esmerelda Effington in The Adventures of the Fearsome Pirate Frank. “Thank you so much for your support, I hope you enjoy the show!”
Anoosheh Azeem (Hickory/ Tin Man): played a narrator in The Fearsome Pirate Frank, Ms. Andrew/Bird Woman in Mary Poppins, did tech crew for Twelfth Night, and was in ensemble for Willy Wonka. They were Mrs. Squires for STAGES’s Music Man. They hope you enjoy the show! :))
Aine, we love watching you perform!
So proud of you!
Love,
David, Mom, Finn, Maisie, Ciaran, Lila, and Jonesy!
Gabe,
We are so PROUD of you and all that you have taken on in your high school years You are truly VALIANT in all that you do! May your role in the Tech crew, both in The Fearsome Pirate Frank, and now the Wizard of Oz, help you grow even more into the creative engineer we know you’ll become!
Love Mom, Dad, Olivia, Claire, Remy, and the furry family
Audrey Carranza (Ensemble): I have not been in any previous plays or musicals for VC, but I have been in a smaller rendition of The Wizard of Oz at an independent music/theater school where I played Glinda the Good Witch of the North as well as some roles in the ensemble. I am an 8th grader at VCMS.
Ava Thuret (Tech Crew): Previously, as an 8th grade student at Valley Catholic, Ava has performed in the high school’s musical of Mary Poppins. As a freshman, she has performed in The Fearsome Pirate Frank as Gimp(aliciousl)y Gert. However, she is on tech crew for the first time, so do not blame her if the wrong set is on stage–we’re in Oz, after all! “Thank you all for coming, and enjoy the show!”
Ayman Tazo (Tech Crew): Ayman has participated in a lot of after school extracurriculars (Student Council, Cross Country, Science Bowl, etc.). After seeing the amazing productions put on over the past two years, he thought he would give theatre a shot! Ayman is currently a sophomore. “Hope you enjoy your time in Oz!”
Cameron Presnell (Hunk/ Scarecrow): Cameron was ensemble in Much Ado About Nothing, Pirates of Penzance, May the Farce Be With You, Shrek the Musical, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. They participated in the Zoom Shows, Flotsam in The Little Mermaid, Wadsworth in Clue, Grandma Josephine in Willy Wonka, Viola in Twelfth Night, Mrs. Brill in Mary Poppins, and Cap’n Frank in The Fearsome Pirate Frank. “Let’s do this
Emily Brown (Ensemble): Emily is in 8th grade at VCMS and this is her first time doing a high school musical. She been in other recitals for her dance studio. She also does dance at VCMS and recitals every year. "Sit back and relax and enjoy the show!”
Emma Gorger (Braggart Munchkin/ Ensemble): Emma is an 8th grader at VCMS. This is her second year performing at VCHS. Previously she was a part of the ensemble in Mary Poppins. She is very excited to be a part of The Wizard of Oz.
Emma Risser (Tech Crew): Emma is a sophomore this year. Previously has been on crew for The Fearsome Pirate Frank, and Mary Poppins. Her main job on crew was spotlight, and pitched in as prop master when she was needed.
Millie – We hope you have the best time in the Merry Old Land of Oz.
Break a leg!
Love,
Mom, Dad, & Oliver
Finnegan Andrus (Tech Crew): Finn is an 8th grader at VCMS. Previously at VCS he performed in the fall play The Fearsome Pirate Frank. “I don’t know how I got here”
Gabe Delplanche (Tech Crew): Gabe is a junior at Valley Catholic, who only recently joined the tech crew and served as part of the sound crew in the Fearsome Pirate Frank. He is ecstatic to be back again for The Wizard of Oz. “I hope you enjoy the show!”
Gabriel Bomber (Tree/ Ensemble): Gabriel is a 7th grader at VCMS. This will be his first time on stage as multiple supporting characters (Tree #2, Winkie Soldier, Munchkin and Snowman). “Please enjoy my performance as Tree #2!”
Grace Duffy (Tech Crew): Grace is a junior at Valley Catholic High School, and this is her first production to be involved in. “Thank you for coming and enjoy the show!”
Grace Gore (Tech Crew): Grace is a freshman. Previously at VCS, she was the prop master on the tech crew for The Fearsome Pirate Frank. This was Grace’s first theatre experience which she enjoyed immensely and decided to apply for tech crew again for The Wizard of Oz.
Hailey Johns (Tech Crew): Hailey is a freshman and was on the tech crew doing lighting for The Fearsome Pirate Frank. She loves being a part of drama because you're accepted for who you are and because it's a fun environment. “I can't wait to be the assistant stage manager for this school musical The Wizard Of Oz! Have a great time at the show!”
Ian Martin (Uncle Henry/ Tough Guy/ Ensemble): Ian is a sophomore and this Is his 2nd time ever performing at VCS. Previously he was in The Fearsome Pirate Frank as a villager, pirate, and Spiderman. He has two years of experience in choir and plans to continue his singing curriculum. Ian has played in an elementary school play before, though he does not remember his roles. He hopes you have a fantastic show tonight!
Joshua Rhein (Professor Marvel/ Tough Guy/ The Wizard of Oz):
At VCHS, you might have seen Josh in Clue as Mr. Green, Augustus Gloop in Willy Wonka, Malvolio in Twelfth Night, Michael Banks in Mary Poppins, and Frank in The Fearsome Pirate Frank. Josh has been doing musicals since fifth grade and loves making his roles enjoyable and hilarious for the audience. “I can’t believe I got my very own city!”
Joyce My Nguyen (Tree/ School Teacher Munchkin/ Ensemble): Joyce is a Sophomore and this will be her first show here at Valley Catholic. “I hope you enjoy Oz as much as I do!”
Kaylee Arbaugh (Tech Crew): Kaylee is a senior. Previously at VCS: Once Upon a Zoom & If They Could Talk (sound), The Little Mermaid (lights), Clue (Stage Manager), Willy Wonka (Stage Manager), Twelfth Night (Stage Manager), Mary Poppins (Stage Manager), and The Fearsome Pirate Frank (Stage Manager). Other shows include Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (YPTP) (lights), Freaky Friday (YPTP ) (ASM). “Thank you so much for coming to the show!”
Keiragan Ewanchuk (Dorothy): Keiragan is a junior. Previously at VC she was Yvette in Clue, Violet Beauregarde in Willy Wonka, Feste in Twelfth Night, Jane Banks in Mary Poppins and Betty Bones in The Fearsome Pirate Frank. She played various other roles in many other productions as well. “Jeepers! Looks like y’all ain’t in Kansas anymore. Enjoy the show!”
Larissa Mallen (Tech Crew): Larissa is a freshman at Valley Catholic HS and is extremely new to the theatre world. She has no previous experience with any sort of drama program, but she’s trying her best. “Enjoy the show!”
Leah Nerenberg (Crow/ Mayor Munchkin/ Ensemble): Leah is a freshman and this is her second show at VCHS. In the fall, Leah was Old Tilly Tar in The Fearsome Pirate Frank.
Leiya Tope (Zeke/ Cowardly Lion): Previously at VCHS Leiya was Antonio in Twelfth Night, Mr. Policeman and Mrs. Smythe in Mary Poppins, and Mr. Smee in The Fearsome Pirate Frank. She is a Sophomore. “Friends are one of the most valuable things you can gain.”
Luke Pranger (Tech Crew): Previously at VCHS Luke was Mr. Boddy, the Motorist, and the Chief of Police in Clue, Sir Andrew Aguecheek in Twelfth Night, and Cap’n Ben Davies in The Fearsome Pirate Frank. Luke was also running crew for Mary Poppins. He is a junior. “I’m glad to do something in theater for the winter.”
Marcella Hansen (Stage Manager): Marcella is a junior. Previously at VCHS Marcella was assistant stage manager in The Fearsome Pirate Frank, sound operator in Mary Poppins, sound operator in Twelfth Night, spotlight operator in Willy Wonka, and running/costume crew in Clue. “Teehee everything’s in technicolor.. enjoy the show!”
Mia Schoenkerman (Emerald City Guard/ Barrister Munchkin/ Ensemble): This is Mia’s second production at Valley Catholic. She was a siren and pirate actor in The Fearsome Pirate Frank. Mia also has played other roles outside of VC. She is a junior.
Millie Gotze (Ensemble): Millie is a 7th grader at VCMS. Previously at VC she played Valentine in Mary Poppins. In other rolls she was Drake in Annie, Jr. with Northwest Youth Theatre. Her favorite roles with NWCT camps were: Enid in Wednesday and the Narrator in Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
Nolan Utberg (Tough Guy/ Winkie General/ Ensemble): Nolan is a sophomore. Previously at VCHS, he played Director, Vita Lu Pirate and Nascar Driver in The Fearsome Pirate Frank in the fall this school year. He was also cast as a Security Guard in the VCMS play. “Enjoy the Emerald Ozian show!”
Rafael Rael (Tech Crew): Raf is a sophomore, and this is his fourth production at VC; last year he worked on Twelfth Night as the light board operator and running crew for Mary Poppins. This year he was the Assistant Stage Manager in The Fearsome Pirate Frank.
Rhea Kosanam (Ensemble): Rhea is in 7th grade at VCMS. Previously at VC she was Doll/Ensemble in Mary Poppins. “I hope you enjoy the show!”
“You've always had the power my dear, you just had to learn it yourself.” Glinda, the Good Witch
"It's always best to start at the beginning."
Glinda, the Good Witch
Clever, Inquisitive, Hilarious, Aware, Compassionate, Cherished, Beautiful-All of These are YOU and YOU are so LOVED!!!
Sweet Keiragan! We are not in Kansas anymore! This is Amazing, as you are! Watching you throughout the years play so many awesome, fun roles that stretched your talents have all led here! We are sooooo very proud of you! Sing it baby-during the 85th Anniversary nonetheless! You’ve earned it!
Love, Mom, Traighden, Raighlen and Dad
Samantha Lilli (Aunt Em/ City Father Munchkin/ Ensemble):
Samantha was ensemble in Twelfth Night, Miss Lark in Mary Poppins, and Hillary Hooke in The Fearsome Pirate Frank. She is a sophomore. “I am so blessed to be a part of this lovely and talented theater family! Thank you so much for coming, and God bless you all :)”
Satya Semenchalam (Nikko/ Lead Jitterbug/ City Father Munchkin/ Ensemble): Previously at Valley Catholic, Satya was an 8th grade student playing the teddy bear and ensemble in Mary Poppins. Satya has been a dancer ever since the age of 5. She has been in many performances for dancing and is continuing her journey throughout high school. Satya is currently a freshman and is excited about what the drama program holds in these coming years. “Thank you for coming, I hope you enjoy the show!!”
Shayaan Khan (Tree/ Ensemble): Shayaan is a 6th grader in VCMS. This is Shayaan’s 2nd show on the Valley Catholic stage, previously in The Fearsome Pirate Frank. Now he is doing the Wizard of Oz!
Sonia Pagán (Ensemble): Sonia is a 6th grader at Valley Catholic and was Zombie, Villager, Nightmare Sailor, Vita Lu Pirate, and Water Dancer in the production, The Fearsome Pirate Frank. This is her second production.
Sophia McNassar (Glinda the Good Witch/ Ensemble): Sophia is a junior. Previously at VCS Sophia Played Mrs. Corry, Queen Victoria, and ensembles characters in Mary Poppins, and was on tech crew for The Fearsome Pirate Frank. “Enjoy the show, and please…don’t be afraid to laugh!”
Yana Beskorovaynaya (Coroner Munchkin, Crow, Ensemble): Yana is a freshman at Valley Catholic and this is the second production that she is doing with the school. Yana has done three other plays outside of school, and enjoys dancing, and drawing. She loves singing and is very excited to perform in this musical!
Zoya Azeem (Ensemble): Zoya has previously been part of the ensemble at Valley's production of Mary Poppins. Outside of school, Zoya has been in Music Man and All’s Well in Roswell with STAGES. Zoya is a seventh grader in VCMS and is so excited for this production. She’d like to thank you all for coming and hopes you have a great time.
To our Dearest Kaylee-bug,
It’s hard to believe that your time behind the VC curtain is coming to a close. You were thrown into one of your biggest roles in life, Stage Manager, while only a Sophomore, but it was a part you’ve been playing since a kid. As you step back and pass the torch to the next generation this spring, we see you rolling into your future. Just know your family always has your back… quite literally since we let you tattoo the family motto onto it!
Dear Cameron and Kaylee,
Your dedication to drama over these many years have provided an invaluable example to your classmates, and to the next generation. Cam, it seems like just yesterday that you entered the auditorium as a sixth grader, shyly wanting to participate in our production of Much Ado About Nothing. Seven years and 14 productions later, here you are in your final Valley show. You’ve grown so much, this year in particular. Well done, and congratulations.
Kaylee, you joined our department in the most unusual of circumstances, and ran sound for a Zoom show from home. You then became our stalwart stage manager, and our productions for the past few years have been as strong as they’ve been because of your tireless work. Enjoy your last experience as a VC techie-- you’re leaving a legacy as the next group of tech crew learns from your expertise.
I’m so proud of you both, and excited to see where you go from here. Keep in touch, because never forget that you have a home at Valley, and there’s no place like it.
~Paterson
Cameron, You’ve always had a flair for the dramatic.
As a fearless 6th grader you barrel rolled out of your first audition and never stopped. It’s been an amazing ride watching you grow and mature. Your stage presence, enunciation and projection will serve you well in all of your scientific pursuits. We love you so much and are so very proud of you!
Love, Mama and Papa
RULES OF THEATRE ETIQUETTE…so everyone can enjoy the show!
1. Turn your phone and other devices off. Anything that makes noise or creates light during the performance is distracting to the actors and other audience members. Please leave the auditorium if you have to use your phone.
2. Any recording or taking photography during the performance is strictly prohibited.
3. Be sure to take out anything with a noisy wrapper before the performance (cough drops, candies, etc.). Again, this is a distraction to the actors and your fellow audience members.
4. Please refrain from talking during the performance. We can hear you!!
5. Please wait until intermission to use the restrooms. If it’s an emergency, please exit the auditorium as quietly as possible, and return to your seat at a scene break.
6. Show your appreciation! Applause is always welcome after a scene, act, and especially at the end of the show.
7. While children are welcome to the performance, please use your discretion. If you know your little one will not be able to sit through the performance without running around or crying, please do not bring them to the show.
8. Cast members can be met in the lobby after the show. Therefore, please do not go backstage during the performance or intermission.
9. Use your common sense…if a behavior would be annoying to you during a show, don’t do it! Please show the same respect for the Actors.
10. ENJOY THE SHOW!!
Dearest Zoya, We are so proud of you. You work hard at whatever you decide to do.
Your heart of gold keeps our buckets full and your razor sharp wit makes us laugh everyday.
Much love, Amme and Abu
Leiya,
If I were king of the foreeeeest! What a great character choice for you! The cowardly lion is literally puuuurfect. I mean if you didn’t already have the lions mane with your head full of hair, you definitely have the courage. When we found out that you had landed this role, your dad and I were beyond excited and so proud of you! You have come such a long way with theatre and it has been truly inspiring and emotional watching you grow within yourself through all of your characters.
To the theatre department: Thank you all for supporting Leiya. Theatre has allowed our cub [lol] to open up, grow more confidence and be her true self. Gaining so many beautiful friendships and people she can count on through her journey.
We are so proud of you Lei for putting in so much effort into the things that you love. Theatre is your heart. Theatre has shown you that you have always had the courage. Guess you and the cowardly lion have more in common than you thought! Not to mention your strong connection to the Wizard of Oz!!! Look at you!!!
Dear Cam,
We just wanted to say thank you for being such an amazing friend to all of us. Thank you for the backstage giggles, leading us through theater, and being a supportive friend to us. You're so talented and we love to be around you whether it's sitting together at lunch or onstage performing with you, we love you. Now go off to college and be free!
- Anoosheh, Ana, Keiragan, Charlie, Alyssa, and Leiya
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