Adapted by Charlotte Chorpenning
On behalf of the cast and production team, welcome to Wonderland!
We are ecstatic to have you here for our student run production of Alice in Wonderland! An annual production, the Experiments in Comedy and Tragedy series challenges students from Theatre IV Honors, Technical Theatre III Honors, and Theatre III to present a full-length show, complete from show selection to performances.
A darker twist on a childhood classic, this Wonderland contrasts from traditional adaptations; this world is a subversion of reality and a commentary on maturity–taking inspiration from growing up and the fears that consume us as we enter society. This show also presents a creative spin in its technical aspects with an immersive thrust stage and set, bringing Wonderland to you, the audience!
It’s been an absolute pleasure directing this talented cast. Together, we have created this eerie world of intrigue and fascination. All the work and preparation has created a piece that we hope you will enjoy–and that will also dare you to ask yourself, what is real in Wonderland to you?
Ethan Li and Kayla Chau Co-Directors
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PRESENTS
BOOK BY Lewis Carroll, adapted by Charlotte Chorpenning
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR AND SCENIC DESIGN
Avalenne Delke
STAGE MANAGER
Audrey Starink
COSTUME DESIGN
Sharanya Munro and Kayla Lewis
ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGERS
Alexandra Cordero and Kayla Lewis
SOUND DESIGN
Audrey Starink
SOUND BOARD OPERATOR
Oliver Kaelin
HAIR AND MAKEUP
LIGHTING DESIGN
Avalenne Delke
GRAPHIC DESIGN
Alison Erisman
Sharanya Munro and Kayla Lewis
ASSISTANT SCENIC DESIGN
Kayla Chau
LIGHT BOARD OPERATOR
Mateo Ross
PROPERTIES MISTRESSES
Alexandra Cordero and Alison Erisman
RUNNING CREW
Lonni Adams, Bailey Coffee, Avalenne Delke, and Sharanya Munro
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Alison Erisman
ASSISTANT PRODUCTION MANAGER
Ethan Li
DIRECTED BY
Kayla Chau and Ethan Li
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(in order of appearance)
Anjali Khiani ............................................................................................................................. White Rabbit
Lily Le .................................................................................................................................................................. Alice
Tayla Turnquest ............................................................................. Caterpillar, Mock Turtle, Knave
Daniella Brady ........................................................... Frog Footman, Dormouse, White Queen
Maya Bangalore ........................................................................................................... Cook, Tweedledee
Katherine Lopes .................................................................................................................................. Duchess
Grey Hill .............................................................................................................................. Hare, Executioner
Lakarah Vance ......................................................................................................................................... Hatter
Heena Kim .................................................................................................................. Gryphon, Red Queen
Keya Shah .............................................................................................................. Tweedledum, Red King
PROGRAM ACT III CAST
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ACT
CAST
Anjali Khiani
Lily Le
Tayla Turnquest
Daniella Brady
Maya Bangalore
Katherine Lopes
Grey Hill
Lakarah Vance
Heena Kim
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Keya Shah
BIOGRAPHIES
Kayla Chau is a graduating senior at Valley Christian High School and has been an active participant of Valley Christian Theatre throughout her high school career. Her favorite experiences here with VCT include playing Mary Warren from The Crucible, Annie from The Play That Goes Wrong, and learning how to operate sound and lighting for dance shows. As Co-Director of Alice in Wonderland, she has found the directorial process to be incredibly gratifying. She has deeply enjoyed the privilege of making Wonderland a reality with fellow Co-Director Ethan Li, through the talent of the actors and the expertise of the production team!
Ethan Li is a graduating senior, serving as Co-Director in this production of Alice in Wonderland. He has been a member of Valley Christian Theatre for the past four years, experienced in working behind and onstage, most recently performing in Bye Bye Birdie and The Play That Goes Wrong in the 2022-23 season. Ethan has thoroughly enjoyed the creative end of his directing process, working with his Co-Director Kayla Chau in handling the reins of dynamics, developing character themes, and watching a talented cast blossom!
Alison Erisman is a senior in the Theatre IV Honors class serving as the Production Manager for Alice in Wonderland. She has been performing on stage at VCT since 7th grade and has loved every second of it. Some of her past credits include Sandra in The Play That Goes Wrong and Sally Brown in A Charlie Brown Christmas. Alison is especially thankful for this opportunity to expand her skillset while learning a new part of the theatrical process and hopes you all enjoy the show!
Alexandra “Ally” Cordero is a senior at Valley Christian High School and served as the Props Mistress for this year's Experiments. This is Ally’s fourth year in the theatre class and has been involved in numerous VCT productions as an actress and a techie. Her favorite part of being involved in Experiments has been playing around with the set and finding the right props to fit in with the world of Wonderland.
Kayla Lewis is a graduating senior in the Valley Christian Theatre program. She has been acting all her life and has taken on exciting roles on the VCS stage such as Chris Bean in The Play That Goes Wrong and Rebecca Nurse in The Crucible. She’s excited to be a part of the production team as Co-Costumer and Assistant Stage Manager and hopes everyone enjoys the show!
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BIOGRAPHIES
Ava Delke is a junior in the Technical Theatre III Honors class. She has been a part of VC Technical Theatre for almost 3 years and has participated in 18 shows. With a background of management and design, Ava is excited to share her and her peers' vision of Alice in Wonderland as she serves as the Technical Director and Scenic Designer of the production. She has enjoyed the process of working with her team to create a new experience of theatre and hopes the viewers will enjoy it just as much.
Audrey Starink is a junior and is serving as the Stage Manager for this production of Alice in Wonderland. She has done theatre since she was 4 and recently made the switch to technical theatre where she has truly found her passion. She has been a part of the running crew for every single production put on during the '22-'23 school year and is so excited to share her fellow cast and crew’s hard work on Alice in Wonderland.
Sharanya Munro is a senior at Valley Christian and is taking on the role of Costume Designer, along with Hair and Makeup Designer for this production. Sharanya has been doing theatre and special effects makeup for 6 years and is excited to share her creativity with the cast and crew of Alice in Wonderland.
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AFFIRMING THE ARTS
Spring 2023
Jan 21..................................... West Coast Elite Dance Competition - HS Dance
Feb 9-11................................... Footloose Youth Edition - JH Theatre
Mar 16-18.................................
23-25 Bye, Bye Birdie - HS Theatre
Mar 28...................................... Serenade to Spring - JH/HS Strings
Mar 30..................................... Faith, Hope, and Love - JH/HS Choirs
April 5.................................... Percussion Extravaganza - JH/HS Drums
April 20-22.............................
Emotions: Pop Icons - HS Dance
April 22.................................. An Evening of Note with Jon Nakamatsu
April 27-29............................. Experiments in Comedy & Tragedy - HS Theatre
May 5-6.................................. The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever - EL Theatre
May 8-19................................. Elementary Art Show - EL Art
May 12-13................................
DanceScapes: The Best of Broadway - EL/JH Dance
May 15-19................................ JH/HS Art Show & Art Senior Showcase - JH/HS Art
May 16.....................................
May 17......................................
Festival of the Arts at Mountain Winery
Dance/Theatre Senior Showcase - HS Conservatory
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