This amateur production is presented by: Music Theatre International, 421 W. 54th Street, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10019 Videotaping and photography of the performance is NOT PERMITTED under any circumstances. As a courtesy to the performers and other guests please turn off all electronic devices and take any crying children out to the lobby.
Thank you and enjoy the show! Cover art design by Brad Cook
Book by Lawrence Kasha & David S. Landy
Music by Gene de Paul
DIRECTOR VOCAL DIRECTOR
ORCHESTRA CONDUCTOR
COSTUME DESIGNERS
CHOREOGRAPHER
SCENIC DESIGNER / master Carpenter
Lighting Designer
PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS
Assistant Directors
Lyrics by Johnny Mererr
Sara Dempsey Janine Kirstein Nicholas J. Budge Clarae Reynolds & Annette Durheim Savanna Zelinka Don Edwards Sean Fisk Shannon Bice, Debbie Eakman, Kim Hallberg Kaitlyn Allison & Shannon John 1
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SCENES AND SONGS 1850s, Oregon
Act One The Town Bless Your Beautiful Hide .......................................Brides, Suitors, Mothers, Fathers, Daughters
Sander’s Restaurant
The Fight....................................................................... Suitors, Adam, Milly, Mr. Sanders
The Town
Wonderful, Wonderful Day ....................................Milly, Brides, Mrs. Sanders, Mrs. Hoallum
The Pontipee Home I Married Seven Brothers.........................................Milly Goin’ Courtin’.............................................................Milly & Brothers
Churchyard Harvest Social.............................................................Full Company Challenge Dance........................................................Suitors, Brothers, Brides
The Pontipee Farm Love Never Goes Away.............................................Adam, Gideon & Milly Lonesome Polecat.....................................................Brothers Sobbin’ Women..........................................................Adam & Brothers
15 Minute Intermission Enjoy refreshments in the lobby
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Act Two The Town
Suitor’s Lament....................................................................Preacher, Mothers and Fathers
The Pontipee Farm
We Gotta Make it Through the Winter.......................... Brothers Spring Dance......................................................................... Brides & Brothers
The Pontipee Trapping Cabin
Am I Stubborn .....................................................................Adam
The Pontipee Home
Glad That You Were Born................................................. Milly, Brides & Brothers Love Never Goes Away Reprise......................................... Adam & Milly
Churchyard
Wonderful, Wonderful Day Reprise................................Milly & Adam, Full Company
“ You came out of nowhere Walkin’ through the door Lookin’ straight my way
Wonderful, wonderful .” 3
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The Cast
BROTHERS
BRIDES
Adam.......................................Brice Jackson
Milly Bradon..........................Chloe Hallberg
Benjamin................................Steven Turnquist
Dorcas Hoallum...................Irene Jaime
Caleb.......................................Christian Turner
Ruth Dalton ..........................Hannah Warren
Daniel......................................Jorden Moss
Liza Hayes..............................Courtney Mayangitan
Ephraim..................................Joshua Barcroft
Martha Sanders....................Gabby Bosso
Frank.......................................Andrew Diedrich
Sarah Perkins........................Maggie Carlson
Gideon....................................Adam Carsner
Alice Elcott ...........................Tess Wix
SUITORS
FATHERS
Jeb............................................Austin Paquette
Preacher Elcott ....................Mat Cornett
Carl..........................................Abraham Baltazar
Mr. Hoallum..........................Ben Reed
Luke.........................................Troy Chitlock
Mr. Sanders...........................Zach Alloway
Matt.........................................Robert Harris
Mr. Dalton..............................Johann Olenitsch
Joel...........................................Cole Dugan
Mr. Oakley.............................Syrus Sagiao
Zeke.........................................John Yang
Mr. Hayes...............................Joseph Ingram
MOTHERS
DAUGHTERS
Mrs. Elcott ............................Cheyenne Howatt
Daughter Hoallum...............Laurel Bice
Mrs. Hoallum........................Kendall Meyers
Daughter Sanders................Mariah Sifuentes
Mrs. Sanders.........................Karissa LoBue
Daughter Dalton..................Amelia Lutsenko
Mrs. Dalton............................Ani Moss
Daughter Oakley..................Rhianna McCloud
Mrs. Oakley...........................Payton Roebuck
Daughter Bixby ...................Alaina Valkenaar
Mrs. Hayes.............................Alyssa Phillips
Mrs. Bixby..............................Karina Mishchenko
Mrs. Perkins..........................Emily Mashir
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Director’s Notes
Welcome to the Oregon wilderness in the 1850s, as we discover the rip-roaring, romantic story of Milly, a young bride, and her plan to civilize and marry off her six rowdy brothers-in-law to ensure the success of her marriage. A truly rollicking fun adventure, Milly turns her unkempt brothers into manly gentlemen and turns desire into romance.
Sara Dempsey Director
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers had a successful national tour and then opened on Broadway at the Alvin Theatre on July 8, 1982. It received a Tony Award nomination for Best Original Score. The Broadway musical is based on the 1954 Stanley Donen film of the same name. The film premiered at Loew's, before being released at Radio City Music Hall in New York on July 22, 1954. Seven Brides for Seven Brothers was the longest-ever running film at Radio City in its time, and even President Eisenhower urged his fellow Americans to go and see it. This is the first time I have had the pleasure of directing a show that is taken place in our home of Oregon. By directing this show, I have gained new appreciation for the beauty of our landscape, heritage and history. I also discovered how far we have come in the treatment and expectations of women since 1850 and even since 1982, when the musical was written. We have had many laughs over some of the antiquated ways men courted women and won their hearts. Finally, I have had a wonderful time with a great group of students, nothing is quite like challenging your students and having them rise to the occasion. I am proud of our wonderful cast and crew. By creating this production, they gain confidence, grace and pride. I also appreciate the amazing support of their parents. Our production is truly a community affair. Our students create, build, and paint, with the help of our remarkable parent and community volunteers, every aspect of this production. It is exhilarating for me to see the creativity and talents that are developed by our students when our community comes together. Our parents, volunteers and associates are so appreciated and cherished. The love and hard work of many, to whom I am most grateful, truly makes putting on our productions a joy. Goin’ courtin’ has never been so much fun! Sit back and enjoy as we see the brothers discover how to woo their new found loves and turn every day into a Wonderful, Wonderful Day!
Drama Council Members Kaitlyn Allison Margaret Carlson Andrew Diedrich Robert Harris Irene Jaime Jacob Livermore Courteney Mayangitan Austin Paquette Steven Turnquist Tess Wix
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Department Heads
Stage Managers
Kaitlyn Allison Jacob Livermore
Members of the Orchestra
Conductor Nicholas J. Budge
Assistant Stage Manager
Shannon John
Technical Manager
Jacob Livermore
Assistant Technical Manager
Robert Harris
Sound Operator
Ethan Foresman
Master Carpenter
Steven Turnquist
Assistant Master Carpenter
Andrew Diedrich
Paint Manager
Maggie Carlson
Prop Manager
Austin Paquette
Assistant Prop Manager
Ani Moss
Scenic Charge Artist
Maggie Carlson
Horn Victoria Myers
Scenic Artist
Irene Jaime
Scenic Designer
Gabby Bosso
Trumpet Kelby D. Alloway Corie Williamson
Assistant Scenic Designer Courteney Mayangitan Costume Mangers
Cheyenne Howatt Sarah Cochran
Karissa LoBue
Make-up Manager
House Managers/Publicists
Lilyanna Ortiz Mary-Margaret O’Halloran
Flute Tanith Horning Tiffany Jones Mitchell Williamson Oboe Monica Lopez Mara Jade Murphy Clarinet Shakayla Hadley Breana Strege Bass Clarinet Samuel Zhou Baritone Sax Ellie Vandenberg
Trombone Kalin Mark Madelynn Young String Bass & Guitar Peter Melton Joseph Mora Rodriguez Percussion Cole Horning Piano Koni Riedel
“ Goin’ courtin,’ goin’ courtin,’ Oh it sets your senses in a whirl.” 6
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Production Crew
CONSTRUCTION
PAINT
COSTUMES
Issaih Baumann Joshua Barcroft Ashley Boicourt Mat Cornett Cole Dugan Nathan Fogelsong Brice Jackson Joseph Ingram Harmony McCullough Jorden Moss Ben Reed Christian Turner John Yang
Julia Adams Tanika Baltazar Laurel Bice Maribel Castaneda Elizabeth Morales Fraga Chloe Hallberg Branden Hamilton Shannon John Amelia Lutsenko Emily Matrigal Rhianna McCloud Aleyna Noel Alyssa Phillips Syrus Sagiao Andrea Santos Alaina Valkenaar
Kate Alngog Laurel Bice Gracie Goldstein Karissa LoBue Breanne Juanatas Karina Mishchenko Allie Olsen Payton Roebuck Juliet Sheldon Hannah Warren
LIGHT AND SOUND Zach Alloway Alexi Klementis Madison Lindroth Johann Olenitsch Bailey Olsen
SCENIC ELEMENTS Abraham Baltazar Morgan Gab Chloe Hallberg Miya Hoxie Kelsey Rowe Mariah Sifuentes Tess Wix
PROPS Guadalupe Bonaparte Kyla Cruz Kendall Myers Autumn Schroeder
PUBLICITY Adam Carsner Troy Chitlock Morgan Gab Ireland Gray Dove Mashir Emily Mashir
Thank you to our volunteers who came on board after the printing of this program!
“ Love never goes away.
DRESSERS Kate Alngog Sarah Cochran Hailey Farris Gracie Goldstein Haley Knudson Alise Olson
BACKSTAGE Issaih Baumann Ashley Boicourt Nathan Fogelson Harmony McCullough
USHERS Victoria Atiyeh Justine Bautista Ireland Gray Autumn Schroeder Juliet Sheldone
It plays on like a song.” 7
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PRODUCTION COMPANY
CONSTRUCTION
SET DRESSER
CONCESSIONS
Scott Barcroft Mike Bice Mike Farley Lance Hallberg Lee Reynolds Erich Schneider Bill Trousdale Ron Waalkes
Herb Oxenrider
Vicki Dugan Kim Hallberg Adrienne Malan Lori Phillips Angie Turner
Joe Clayton
STAGE WEAPONRY Ted Wilson
SCENIC PAINT
PARENT COORDINATOR
Mike Bice Shannon Bice Kim Hallberg Lance Hallberg Madisen Hallberg Lara Horine Adriana Jaime-Aguirre Shawna Moss Marianne Reynolds Lynn Trousdale Angie Turner Ron Waalkes Vashti Wix
Debbie Eakman
CRAFT MANAGER Annette Durheim
COSTUME SHOP MANAGERS
TICKET BOOTH Manager: Shannon Bice Adriana Jaime-Aguirre Tracey Carsner Denise McCloud Scott McCloud Adrienne Malan Lili Moss Shawna Moss
CAST PHOTOS Ashley Fray
PUBLICITY RUN Tracey Carsner Melissa Kennedy Kaimana LoBue Kristen Marlo Eibl Scott McCloud Paula Leach Noel Lori Phillips Kelly Sullivan
POSTER / POSTCARDS Brad Cook
PROGRAM Julie Melton
We apologize for any names that we have omitted or may have been spelled incorrectly.
Thank you to our volunteers who came on board after the printing of this program!
Clarae Reynolds Annette Durheim
Special Thanks
SEAMSTRESSES
The Gresham High School Performing Arts Department would like to thank all of our dedicated parents, administration, teachers, staff members, and community volunteers for this production would not be possible without your support.
Dianne Etter Deleen Kompkoff Melissa VanDyken
WIGS AND HAIR Idella Meyers
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STAGE COMBAT CONSULTANT
Michael Schaeffer, Jason Bhear, Danelle Heikkla, Aimee Alexander Shea, Ty Gonrowski, Tahana Young, Brad Cook, MaryAnn Peterson, Jim Schlachter, James Hiu. Sherman Williams, Eastside Printing Co., Hollywood Signs, The Right Type, Scott Lipner, RJ Connell, Vali Burla, and Parent and Community Volunteers. We apologize for any names we may have omitted.
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Meet the Cast
brothers and brides Brice Jackson : Senior Adam : Construction Crew
Andrew Diedrich : Junior
Frank : assistant master carpenter
Brice is super grateful to be a part of this year’s musical. This is his senior year and fourth musical he has been a part of with Gresham High School Drama Department. He would like to thank Mike Farley, Don Edwards, Scott Barcroft, and all the rest of construction. He would also like to thank Annette and Clarae for all the work they do. Lastly, he would like to thank Mrs. Dempsey.
This is Andrew’s third main stage production at Gresham High School. He’d like to thank his parents for supporting him through the busy life of theatre. He’d also like to thank Zach, Mat, Irene, Austin, Marlo, and Tess for being the best friends a guy could ever ask for! Also, he would like to thank his friends for being there for him. Thank you, Mrs. Dempsey for all the opportunities.
Steven Turnquist : Senior
Adam Carsner : Sophomore
Benjamin : Master Carpenter
This will be Steven’s second and final musical. Though he wishes to have joined the drama department at an earlier date and gotten to know the department a little more than he does now, he wouldn’t give up his experiences for anything. He has worked in carpenter hall helping to create the sets that we all know and love. He has learned a lot from his time in the department. And though this is his last musical, it has already been an experience that he will never forget.
Christian Turner : Junior Caleb : construction Crew
This is Christian’s second production at Gresham High School and he is very excited to participate. You may have seen him before in The Sound of Music as Kurt Von Trapp. He would like to thank Mrs. Dempsey, Ms. K and Savanna for the patience and support that helped him through this process. He would also like to thank Avey for her kindness and moral support.
Jorden Moss : Junior
Daniel : Construction Crew
Jorden is super excited for the musical this year! It’s his Junior year, and this is his first musical ever. It’s been a really fun experience. Jorden wants to thank Ms. K, Mrs. Dempsey, and Savanna for all the help they’ve given him, and he wants to give a shout out to Riley Olson and Alina Villa for inspiring him to do the musical.
Joshua Barcroft : Sophomore Ephraim : Construction Crew
This is Joshua’s second musical at Gresham High School. You might have seen him in Anything Goes as a passenger. Joshua is thankful for the many opportunities that have been given to him through carpentry and acting. He would like to thank his parents for the support and Victoria for sparking his love of theatre.
Gideon : Publicity Crew
Adam is so excited to be in this production at Gresham High School. He has been in the department’s One Acts before and is looking forward to everyone coming to watch the musical. He would like to thank his family, especially his mom for being there for him. Enjoy the show!
Chloe Hallberg : Sophomore
Milly Bradon : Paint Crew / scenic elements This is Chloe’s second musical at Gresham High. Last year she was seen as an angel in Anything Goes. She is so excited to have the opportunity to play the role of Milly, and would like to thank Mrs. Dempsey and Ms. K for believing in her. She would also like to thank her family for the endless love and support, especially her sister, Madisen, for helping her believe in herself and that she can achieve anything she works for.
Irene Jaime : Senior
Dorcas Hoallum : Scenic Artist This is Irene’s fourth and last musical at Gresham High School. You may have seen her in Hello, Dolly!, The Wizard of Oz or Anything Goes. She has had a lot of fun helping design and execute the set. Irene has a lot of people to be thankful for but would like to especially thank Nathan, Andrew, Tess, Vashti, Austin, Marlo and her family for the endless love and support. Also, she thanks Mrs. Dempsey for sparking her love in theatre and for teaching her what she was meant to do. Enjoy the show!
Hannah Warren : Junior Ruth Dalton : Costume Crew
Hannah is very excited to be in a production with the school. She would like to thank her parents and friends for supporting her in everything that she does. She’d also like to thank both Mrs. Dempsey, Harvest, and Regina for working with her very busy schedule.
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BRIDES CONTINUED
Courteney Mayangitan : Senior
Maggie Carlson : Junior
Liza Hayes : Assistant Scenic Designer
Sarah Perkins : Paint Manager / Scenic Artist
Courteney couldn’t be more happy to be a bride in the musical this year. She’s been in previous musicals before such as Anything Goes and The Wizard of Oz. She would like to thank Gabby, Abraham, and Ani for helping her build her confidence and she would also like to thank her voice teacher Bethany because she wouldn’t be where she is now without her.
Maggie is excited to start her junior year off with Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. She is excited to play the part of Sarah Perkins. She has been in two previous musicals at Gresham High School, Wizard of Oz and Anything Goes. Maggie is paint manager and is excited to see the end result. She wants to thank her family and best friend Steven Turnquist for all the love and support. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Gabby Bosso : Senior
Tess Wix : Sophomore
Martha Sanders : Scenic Designer
Alice Elcott : Scenic Elements
Gabby is happy to be spending her senior year as one of the Brides in this show. This is the fourth musical she is participating in, but her first as a lead and as the design manager. She would like to thank all her friends and family for pushing her to never give up. She would like to give some special shout outs to Abraham, Courtney, and Ani for being the best of friends.
Tess is very excited to be in Seven Brides for Seven Brothers! She has so many people to thank for helping her through this process. She would like to thank her cousins, her parents, Mrs. Dempsey, Chloe, Alyssa, Robert, Irene, Austin and Andrew. But most importantly her sisters, Vashti and Olivia, without them she would never even had the courage to try.
SUITORS Austin Paquette : Senior Jeb : Prop Manager
Robert Harris : Junior Matt : Assistant Technical Manager
This is Austin’s last musical. He’s happy to be in it with his best friends Andrew, Irene and Tess. He would like to thank them along with Karrisa, Payton, Sarah, Shannon, Alaina, Vashti, his mom and Mrs. Dempsey for always believing he could do great things here. He’d also like to thank Savanna for teaching him all he knows about dancing and for always being there; his experience wouldn’t be the same without her.
Robert is excited to be involved in his first musical at Gresham High School. He would like to thank Vashti, Mrs. Dempsey and Savanna for pushing him to pursue theatre which is a newfound love for him. He would also like to thank Shannon, Tess, Irene, Kaitlyn, Margaret and Andrew for helping him come out of his comfort zone. He is excited for everyone to see the production that he and everyone else have put together.
Abraham Baltazar : Senior
Cole Dugan : Sophomore
Carl : scenic Elements Abraham is excited about being in this show. He’s been in Anything Goes, Wizard of Oz, and countless One Acts and Murder Mysteries. Abraham would like to thank Andrew de la Paz, Mrs. Dempsey, and Gabby Bosso for their unique forms of support.
Troy Chitlock : Sophomore Luke : Publicity Crew Troy loves to sing, it’s a passion of his and a talent. He loves to write short stories, do large puzzles, and be there for anyone in need. If you need a friend or someone to talk to, you can always come to him.
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Joel : Construction Crew This is Cole’s fourth production at Gresham High School. He is excited for this musical, mostly because of the great people he gets to work with in this show. Cole would like to thank his mother and father for supporting his theater career and always being there. Cole would also like to recognize Andrew Diedrich. Andrew has always been there for Cole, and helped him through many problems. “Thank you Andrew.”
John Yang : Junior Zeke : Construction Crew John is stoked to be in his first musical at Gresham High School on stage after performing in the pit orchestra for The Wizard of Oz and Anything Goes. He is very thankful for the people who encouraged him to be in the musical such as Alina, Riley, Shannon, Tess, and Jake. He would also like to thank Mrs. Dempsey and Savanna for giving him the chance to be in the production.
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Fathers
Mothers
Mat Cornett : Junior
Cheyenne Howatt : Senior
Preacher Elcott : Construction Crew
Mrs. Elcott : costume Manager
Mat is very pleased to be in his second musical, and fifth overall production at Gresham High School. As a junior, he is very proud of his peers past accomplishments, and looks forward to what opportunities the future holds. He would like to thank Brice Jackson for making rehearsals more enjoyable. He would also like to thank Kaitlyn Allison and Shannon John for being great assistant directors.
Ben Reed : Junior Mr. Hoallum : Construction Crew Ben is currently a junior at Gresham High School, and is taking part in his first musical in several years. He plays Mr. Hoallum, a father of one of the brides. He wants to thank his family, Ms. Kirstein and Mrs. Dempsey for giving him the opportunity to participate! He would also like to give them thanks for pushing him to participate.
Zach Alloway : Junior
This is Cheyenne’s fourth and final musical at Gresham High School. She is thrilled to be a costume manager. She would like to thank everyone who has helped along the journey. From seniors who encouraged her as a freshman, to Annette and Clarae, Mrs. Dempsey for allowing her a part all these years, her friends within the department who shared so many laughs, and last but not least, her dear family, without whom none of this would be possible.
Kendall Meyers : Junior Mrs. Hoallum : Props Crew This is Kendall’s third year in the theatre class. She is very thankful for her opportunity to be in the musical this year and can’t wait to see what show she’ll be in next. Kendall would like to thank her family and friends who have supported her over the years and have helped her build up her confidence. She hopes everyone has a great time and enjoys the show.
Mr. Sanders : Lights / Sound Crew
Karissa LoBue : Junior
Zach is really excited to be in his second musical at Gresham High School. He thanks all of his friends and family for being there for him during this time.
Mrs. Sanders : Makeup Manager /
Johann Olenitsch : Senior Mr. Dalton : Lights / Sound Crew Johann is very excited to be in his first musical at Gresham High School. He would like to thank his friends and family for supporting him during this time.
Syrus Sagiao : freshman Mr. Oakley : Paint Crew Syrus is very excited to be in his very first Gresham High School Musical! He is very thankful that Mrs. Dempsey gave him this amazing opportunity. He would like to thank his friends and family. He is excited to see how the rest of the year turns out.
Costume Crew This is Karissa’s second musical in the department. She is excited to have a larger role in this year’s musical. She is also very, very happy to have the opportunity of being the Make-up manager as well as being a part of Costume crew. She would like to thank Kuku, her mom, Austin for being such a great friend, and also her best friend Payton for helping her grow into the person she is today.
Ani Moss : Senior Mrs. Dalton : Assistant Prop Manager Ani has been in many productions throughout her high school career including The Wizard of Oz, One Acts, and two Murder Mysteries. Ani is so excited to be a part of the cast of Seven Brides for Seven Brothers as well as assistant prop manager for the show. She would like to thank her family and give a special shout out to Gabby, Abraham, and Courteney.
Joseph Ingram : Sophomore Mr. Hayes : Construction Crew Joseph is thrilled to be in his second musical at Gresham High School. He is thankful for his friends and family for supporting him.
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Mothers Continued
Daughters
Payton Roebuck : Junior
Laurel Bice : Freshman
Mrs. Oakley : Costume Crew
Daughter Hoallum : costume / Paint Crew
This is Payton’s second musical, and she is very excited and grateful for the experience. She will always remember the memories she made during this show. Payton would like to thank Karissa LoBue, Austin Paquette, Mrs. Dempsey, Savanna, Annette and Clarae for teaching her the ins and outs of being a part of this department.
Alyssa Phillips : Sophomore Mrs. Hayes : Paint Crew Alyssa is excited to participate in her first musical. She would like to thank Mrs. Dempsey for the wonderful experience. She would also like to thank Tess, Chloe, Shannon, Alaina, Andrew, and Irene for helping her through the audition process and being good friends to her. Most of all, she would like to thank her grandparents, her mom, her dad, Madisen Hallberg and Marlo Phillips for helping her believe in herself.
Karina Mishchenko : Sophomore Mrs. Bixby : costume Crew As a child from Ukraine, coming to America six years ago for Karina was a big change, but a change for the better. Even though she felt homesick for her childhood experiences, especially for dancing there, she realized how awesome it was in America and that she wouldn’t have had the same opportunities there that she has here. She can only thank God for realizing her dad’s dream of coming to America. She couldn’t be happier.
This is Laurel’s fourth production with the Gresham High School Drama Department, and she is excited to be back on stage. She debuted in The Sound of Music, and was also in Alice in Wonderland and The Wizard of Oz. Laurel would like to thank Mrs. Dempsey and Ms. Kirstein for helping her progress in theatre and singing. She would also like to thank her family for always supporting her and helping her along this journey. Enjoy the show!
Mariah Sifuentes : Sophomore Daughter Sanders : Scenic elements Mariah is very excited to be performing in her first musical ever. She remembers the first musical she saw was Gresham’s 2009 musical Fiddler on the Roof. Being in this department, Mariah finds her second home, new friends to call family and another place to love. Mariah would like to thank her family for always being there no matter the rough times and Mrs. Dempsey for opening up a new world to her.
Amelia Lutsenko : Freshman Daughter Dalton : PAINT Crew Amelia is very excited to participate in her first show. She is grateful for the opportunity to perform. She would like to say thank you to Mrs. Dempsey, her family, and her friends for supporting her all the way.
Rhianna McCloud : Sophomore Daughter Oakley : Paint Crew
Emily Mashir : Junior Mrs. Perkins : Publicity Crew This is Emily’s second musical in the Gresham High School Drama Department. She is excited to have dedicated her time into this production, from rehearsals to Saturday work parties. Emily thanks her family and her friends, especially, her mother who has been extremely supportive of her.
Rhianna is really excited to be in this production. It’s her first time being in a show she would like to thank her family and Mrs. Dempsey for this opportunity!
Alaina Valkenaar : Sophomore Daughter Bixby : Paint Crew Alaina is excited to be in her first musical. She would like to thank her parents, the friends she’s made in the department, and Mrs. Dempsey for always supporting and encouraging her.
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Meet the Managers*
Kaitlyn Allison : Junior
Ethan Foresman : Junior
Assistant Director / Stage Manager
Sound Operator
Kaitlyn is very happy to be assistant directing for the second time here at Gresham High School. She was happy to audition for the musical this year, but assistant directing is what she is happy doing. She would like to thank her family for dealing with some late nights. She would also like to thank Robert, Tess, Shannon, and Vashti for making rehearsals fun and enjoyable.
Shannon John : Sophomore Assistant Director / Assistant Stage Manager
This is Shannon’s first time participating in a musical at Gresham High School. As the assistant director, she hopes you enjoy the show. Shannon would like to thank Alaina, Alyssa, Austin, John, Robert, and Kaitlyn for being amazing friends and helping her grow in the department. She would also like to thank Mrs. Dempsey for the opportunities, as well as her family for always supporting her.
Jacob Livermore : Senior Stage Manager / Technical Manager Jacob is very excited to stage manage. Jacob has enjoyed his past four years in drama and is happy to be ending his high school journey with this show. It has been a fun and exciting experience for him and he would like to thank all of his friends and family for helping and supporting him throughout this time!
Ethan has been on Gresham High School’s Lights and Sound Crew since his freshman year. He has run sound and lighting at various churches since he was six years old. Ethan is honored to be operating sound for the first time at Gresham High School. Ethan is proud of all of the things he has done during his time in the Gresham High School Drama Department. He would like to thank his family for always supporting him and pushing him to do his best. He would also like to thank Mrs. Dempsey and Jacob Livermore for presenting this opportunity to him.
Lilyanna Ortiz : Senior House Manager / Publicist Lilyanna is excited to be house crew manager for this year's musical production. She is a senior at Gresham High School and has been on house crew for three of the four musicals during her years at school. It is a pleasure to spend her last year of high school in the drama department.
Mary-Margaret O’Halloran : Sophomore House Manager / Publicist Mary-Margaret O'Halloran is very excited at having the chance to be a manager again. This is her second time being a manager. She has enjoyed working with her crew and hopes that everyone enjoys the show. She'd like to thank Mrs. Dempsey for giving her this opportunity.
Sarah Cochran : Junior Costume Manager Sarah is a junior this year and is super excited to be co-managing costume crew for this production. She'd like to thank Austin, Payton, and Karissa for supporting her and pushing her to be her best.
* Cast members who are managers are listed under Meet the Cast.
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Shout Outs Senior Cast and Crew – What an amazing time we have had working together. You are all incredibly talented and creative individuals who inspire all of us. We will miss you next year! — The Drama Department Shout Out to the Orchestra, especially senior members who have played in the Pit all four years. Job well done! — The Cast and Crew Irene, see you at book club!
— Love, Tracey
Andrew, From the beginning we knew you were a star! Your creativity, imagination, dedication, and drive in the theater is inspiring. You bring smiles and laughter everywhere you go! We are so very proud of you! –Love, Mom, Joe, and Joel
Chloe, “Always remember, you are BRAVER than you believe, STRONGER than you seem, SMARTER than you think, and LOVED more than you’ll ever know.” ~A.A. Milner (from the book Winnie the Pooh)
We are so proud of you JoJo! – Love, Mom, Dad & Sis
Kendall, You never cease to amaze me! I am beyond proud to be your mom. Watching you sing and dance and act fills my heart with so much joy. I am happy to be a part of what you love. – Love, Mom
Steven Turnquist has always been a hard worker, he likes to make people laugh and he likes to help people. He has been able to do things that I never thought he could. He has grown up to be a good young man with a kind heart. Next year at this time he will be out of High School and on his own. I am happy to say that my little buddy has grown up to be such a good young man with a big heart. – Love, Mom & Dad
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Gingi, It’s only fitting that you play a red-headed little brother. Congratulations on an awesome show! Can’t wait to see what you do next. – Love, Mom and Dad
Chloe, It seems like just yesterday we were going on adventures together at Mt. Hood, and now you’re married with seven brothers… My, how things have changed! I’m so insanely proud of you for working so hard, and achieving whatever you set your mind to! Never underestimate yourself. I love you, and I can’t wait to watch you do more amazing things, on stage and off. – Your sister, Madi
Dear Gabby,
We should have known…
And we are so proud of you! – Love, Mom and Dad
Jacob, You are such an amazing young man! I can still remember seeing you on stage when you made your Freshman year debut in Hello Dolly. Your beautiful smile lit up the stage! Not to mention your fantastic voice! It has been such a joy to watch you grow and accomplish great things these last four years. You take on whatever challenge comes your way with a super positive attitude. Your work ethic and kind heart shows in everything you do. You are strong in your beliefs and values yet are always willing to listen and be kind with your words and actions. That is a unique quality. We are incredibly proud of you and so excited to see you take on your next adventure in life! We love you! Cheers to a great show and to the rest of your senior year!
– Love, Mom, Dad and your family
Austin, I love the person you have become! Smart, funny, kind gentle soul! I know you will succeed beyond my expectations! I love you my little Punkin! – Mom
Laurel, Five years ago, you stepped foot on the GHS stage as Gretl for opening night of The Sound of Music. You were nervous but had the time of your life being the youngest VonTrapp. Tonight, you step onstage for your first role as a freshman, once again as the youngest. You have grown so much since your first opening night. We are proud of your hard work and dedication. What an adventure the next four years will be at GHS. Enjoy them and let your light shine! We love you to the moon and back! – Dad, Mom and Becca
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Gresham High School Performing Arts Department Presents... MHC Jazz Festival (Gopher Jazz Underground)
Saturday, December 10, 2016 • 1-5pm • Reynolds High School
Festival of Lights at the Grotto (Concert Choir and Overtones) Sunday, December 11, 2016 • 7pm
Winter Choir Concert
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 • 7pm • Gresham High School
Winter Band Concert
Thursday, December 15, 2016 • 7pm • Gresham High School
An Evening of One Acts
Thursday-Saturday, January 19-21, 2017 • 7pm • Gresham High School
Theater Showcase Night
Wednesday, February 1, 2017 • 7pm • Gresham High School
Murder Mystery Theatre
Friday-Saturday, February 17-18, 2017 • 7pm • Gresham High School
Music a la Mode – Band Solo Chamber Night
Thursday, February 23, 2017 • 7pm • Gresham High School
Theater Showcase Night
Wednesday, April 5, 2017 • 7pm • Gresham High School
Big Band Swing Dance (Gopher Jazz Underground)
Friday, April 7 • 6pm • Gresham High School Cafeteria - All Ages Welcome
Spring Play
Thursday-Saturday, April 20-22, 2017 • 7pm, Saturday, April 29 • 7pm, Sunday Matinees, April 23 & 30 • 2pm Gresham High School 23
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