The St. Luke’s Theater Company PRESENTS
26 PEBBLES Based on the Play by
Eric Ulloa with Adrian Antonioli Aarit Bhatnagar Sarah Bryant Tasia Courts
Jillian Fisher Dillon Mannix Leila Pearson
Emma Seel Sierra Taylor Cameron Tyler Allie Vogel
Second Unit Ryan Defilippo
Editor Brian Douglas
Sound Designer Daniel Claveli
Directed by Beth Manspeizer
Special Thanks Roger D’agostin, PJ Clarke, SLS IT Department, Liz Perry
Presented with special arrangement with Concord Theatricals
DIRECTOR’S NOTES Set in Newtown, Connecticut, 26 Pebbles is a documentary theater-style play about the tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary School. A story of a community sharing their love for their town, understanding a horrific tragedy, learning to process the events that happened and unfolded subsequently, and eventually learning to heal. “The SLTC has worked to explore their multiple characters and to understand the importance of sharing a collective experience such as this, while continuing to work as an ensemble. Our play will be done in the style of a documentary film. We are delighted to use the medium of film and Zoom to creatively express this poignant story. We look forward to sharing it with you.” Beth Manspeizer
CAST (In order of appearance) Actor 1, Yollie…………………...……………………………………………………….Jillian Fisher ‘21 Actor 2, Rabbi Praver…………………….………………………………………….Cameron Tyler ‘21 Actor 3, Mike Michael………………...……………………………………………..Aarit Bhatnagar ‘22 Carole, Jenn………………………….…………………………………………………….Allie Vogel ‘20 Sally, Jerrian…………………………………………………..…………………...…….Tasia Courts ‘20 Julie, Jennifer……………………………………………………………...…………….Sierra Taylor ‘20 Georgia, Carrie……………………………………………..………………………….Leila Pearson ‘21 Darren, Father Weiss………………………...……………………………………..Adrian Antonioli ‘21 Joni, Star………………………………….……………………………………………….Emma Seel ‘21 Kat, Carla……………………....………………………………………………………..Sarah Bryant ‘20 Bill, Joe, Chris……………………………………………………………………….....Dillon Mannix ‘22
CREW Director………………………………………………………….……………………….Beth Manspeizer Editor…………………………………………………………………………..……….Brian Douglas ‘21 Second Unit…………………………………………………………..……………….Ryan Defilippo ‘22 Sound Designer……………………………………………………………...………..Daniel Clavelli ‘22 Faculty Advisor……………………………………………………..………………….Bryan DeVissiere
WHO’S WHO Adrian Antolioli ‘21
as Darren, Father Weiss
Adrian is in eleventh grade and this is his twelfth show on the SLS stage. In the past at SLS, Adrian has been in Hairspray (Fender), The Lion King Jr. (Hyena), James and the Giant Peach (Ladalord), The Giver (Dad), The 39 Steps (Clown), School of Rock (Dewey Finn), Admissions (Bill Mason) He most recently appeared as Béralde and Monsieur De Bonnefoi in The Imaginary Invalid. Outside of SLS, Adrian has been in shows at French Woods Festival. He has been in Mame (Old Patrick), How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (Bratt), Pippin (Lewis), Sweeney Todd (Anthony), West Side Story (Shrank), Billy Elliot (George), Evita (Magaldi), and the world premier of Disney’s Descendants the musical (Ben). NYC Applause Workshop: You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown (Charlie Brown), Spring Awakening (Hanschen), Into The Woods (Cinderella’s Prince), and recently Adrian played Vittorio Vidal in Sweet Charity. Adrian is so excited to be a part of this show and hopes you enjoy 26 Pebbles.
Aarit Bhatnagar ‘22
as Actor 3, Mike Michael
Aarit is a sophomore at SLS who is thrilled to be performing in his second high school show, 26 Pebbles. He performed in his first show earlier this year in August: Osage County (Little Charles), and has loved his entire theater experience, from Acting classes in eighth grade to being a part of the SLTC this year. Outside of theater, Aarit loves playing both soccer and tennis. He has learnt and grown so much preparing for this show (film) and hopes that you enjoy it as much as he has enjoyed performing (recording) it!
Sarah Bryant ‘20
as Kat, Carla
Sarah is currently a senior at SLS, and is participating in her sixth school production. Sarah deeply enjoyed her roles in Rent (Ensemble), Urinetown (Penelope Pennywise), and The Wolves (#11), Steel Magnolias (Truvy), School of Rock (Ensemble). She has had a blast playing Mattie Fae in August: Osage County. Sarah has been singing for the school’s Blues Band for four years now. Sarah is sad that her SLS Theater days are coming to an end, and she hopes you enjoy the show!
Tasia Courts ‘20
as Sally, Jerrian
Tasia is a senior who is delighted to participate in her fourth SLS theater production. Since her freshman year, she enjoyed performing in Rent (Vendor, featured dancer), My Big Greek Tragedy (Antigone, Zeracles, Sphinx, Chorus Member), and August Osage County (Jean Fordham). She is excited to act in another play and further explore the theater department. Tasia also plays volleyball and participates in multiple clubs, like the Black Student Union, for example. Leadership is important to Tasia, but she is eager to take a backseat and learn more about the process of play productions. She hopes that you enjoy the show!
Jillian Fisher ‘21
as Actor 1, Yollie
Jillian is a junior at St. Luke’s School who is very excited for her 15th SLS show. Honorable credits include The Lion King Jr. (Timon), James and the Giant Peach (Spiker), The Wolves (#14), Steel Magnolias (Clairee), August: Osage County (Violet). When she is not on the SLS stage, Jillian spends time hanging out with friends, writing plays and dancing with her crew, Generation X. She thanks all of the family and friends and their support. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Dillon Mannix ‘22
as Bill, Joe
Dillon is a Sophomore and is appearing in his second show at SLS. He has loved being a part of the SLS Theater Company and is very excited to perform in 26 Pebbles. He has been taking Theater and Acting since eighth grade at SLS and has enjoyed learning his craft for the past two years. He is thrilled to be able to showcase what he has learned to all of you and hopes you enjoy the show.
Leila Pearson ‘21
as Georgia, Carrie
Leila is a current junior and is appearing in her twelfth show at SLS. She has previously performed in Urinetown (Ensemble), Take Ten (Gail), The 39 Steps (Compere, Milkman, Mr. McGarrigle), The Wolves (#8), Steel Magnolias (Annelle), and Admissions (Sherri), August Osage County (Ivy), and Pippin (Leading Dancer). She has also appeared in some shows outside of the SLS theater program including: The Lion King (Timon) and Legally Blonde (Serena). Most recently, Leila appeared in a show called as the tides seem to change (Kaitlyn) performed by students at the UCLA Summer Theater Institute. Outside of theater, Leila dances at New England Academy of Dance. She would like to thank her friends and family for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!
Emma Seel ‘21
as Joni, Star
Emma is currently a junior at SLS. 26 Pebbles is her fifth production in high school, after she appeared in Take Ten (Poet), The Thirty-Nine Steps (Crofter), The Wolves (#46), and August: Osage County (Johnna). She is thrilled to be part of it. Outside of school, Emma likes to read and play the piano. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Sierra Taylor ‘20
as Julie, Jennifer
After her having been a part of six SLS productions: Rent (Mrs. Marquez/Blanket Lady), Urinetown (Josephine, Ma, Strong), The Wolves (#00), School of Rock (Mrs. Hathaway/Bob/ Mrs. Janes/Classic Rocker), August: Osage County (Karen), and Pippin (“Simple Joys” Player), Sierra is beyond excited to perform on the stage again (or should I say on the screen) in 26 Pebbles as Jennifer and Julie. Along with being a part of the SLS theater program, Sierra enjoys playing volleyball and lacrosse, and singing with the eleventh and twelfth grade girls a cappella group, Take Note. Sierra especially loves to sing, as well as dance and act. If you hear someone singing down the hall, it most likely will be her. She also hopes you enjoy the show as she did being a part of it!
Cameron Tyler ‘21
as Actor 2, Rabbi Praver
Cam is thrilled to be in the Junior class this year at SLS, and take part in his fourth production. Prior to coming to SLS, Cam performed in Fiddler On The Roof (Mendel), Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Potiphar), Guys And Dolls (Ensemble), and You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown (Charlie Brown). His SLS productions consist of The 39 Steps (Clown), The School of Rock (Dewey Finn), and Admissions (Bill), August: Osage County (Charles). He also attended the Interlochen High School Musical Theater Program this past summer for the second time. When Cam is not singing, acting, or reading another play, you can find him gaming with friends. Cam is so grateful to be a part of the amazing cast and crew of 26 Pebbles. He thanks his family and friends for all their unending love and support and hopes you have a great time during this production!
Allie Vogel ‘20
as Carole, Jenn
Allie is currently a Senior at SLS and is excited to perform in her eleventh production here on the hilltop. She previously appeared in, Hairspray (Tracy), The Lion King (Rafiki), The Wolves (#25), Rent, Bob, Steel Magnolias (Shelby), Five Women Wearing the Same Dress (Trisha), Admissions (Roberta) and will appear in Pippin as Bertha this winter. Allie would like to thank her friends and family for the unconditional support over the past 6 years. She would also like to thank the cast and crew for making her final production so special. Although this isn’t how allie planned the end of her senior year, she feels beyond lucky to perform one last time with the SLTC. Hope you enjoy the film!!!!
CREW WHO’S WHO Daniel Clavelli ‘22
Sound Designer
This is Daniel’s seventh show at SLS. He is excited to be helping the tech crew design the show. He has experience running the soundboard and lightboard in the booth, operating the spotlight, and managing mics backstage. He is enjoying learning more about sound effects and design, and filling the world with more Windows logos.
Ryan DeFilippo ‘22
2nd Unit
This is Ryan’s seventh time in tech crew at SLS, and he is excited for the show! Credits include: Life in the Middle, A Comedy of Errors (Stage Manager), The 39 Steps, She Kills Monsters (Light Board Op.), School of Rock, My Big Greek Tragedy (Audio), and Pippin (Stagehand) He hopes that you enjoy this show as much as he did putting it together!
Bryan DeVissiere
Faculty Advisor
Bryan is the Audio & Visual Specialist at SLS. He is very excited to be a part of the 26 Pebbles production this year. Being his first year at SLS, he is looking to become more involved with future productions and to collaborate with the incredibly talented actors and crew at SLS. Outside of SLS, Bryan has worked on hundreds of projects as a songwriter, music producer, pianist, videographer, video editor, and photographer that span through different genres and many styles. He hopes to bring more of his skills to SLS and continue on the path of creativity. 26 Pebbles is his first show, but it will certainly not be his last!
Brian Douglas ‘21
Editor & Animator
This is Brian’s third production during his first year at SLS. Prior to SLS, Brian was at Immaculate High School where he designed sound, stage-managed, served as the student technical director and recording technician. Brian enjoys photography, videography and visual effects, skiing, golfing, and playing with his dog, Nala. He’s happy to be a part of such an amazing production which is a true testament to the saying that the show must go on!
Beth Manspeizer
Director
Beth is delighted to be directing this production of “26 Pebbles” with the wonderfully, talented SLTC. Beth has been an actress, director, and teacher for over 20 years in and around the NY area. Beth is a lifetime member of the Actors Studio and serves on the Board of Directors of the Actors Studio. Beth is a member of SAG-AFTRA and AEA. Beth has taught at Rye Country Day School, The Actors Studio Drama School, The Jacob Burns Film Center, and The Picture House Regional Film Center. Beth is thrilled to be working with this extremely talented group of artists. A huge shout out to our crew: Mr. Conners and Mr. DeVissiere and to the talented students working behind the scenes: Daniel Clavelli and Ryan DeFillippo and to our editor Brian Douglas for their arduous work on this project.