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THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals, concordtheatricals.com
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Ed Chapa was a fiercely passionate man with big aspirations and a love for the arts. What started as a simple thought shared with his wife, Mary, grew into a vision that was realized with the inception of the Aurora. The dream to open a quaint community theater on the Southside of Corpus Christi became a driving force in Ed’s life, and his dedication to the cause served as an inspiration to all he met.
The success of the Aurora lives on as a testament to the strength of his vision and of his faith in the many volunteers and community supporters who gave of their time and hearts as much as he gave of his.
Continuing His Legacy
Mary Chapa
A Note From the Executive
Horror Show has long been a tradition at the Aurora, and our season would not be complete without the opportunity and the thrill of letting loose along with some of our favorite and outrageous characters. Now, let’s savor the opportunity to leave our humdrum lives in the past –even if it’s for a short while. The night positively promises to chill, thrill, and fulfill
Owner & Executive Director
Yikes! Time has certainly flown by, and we find ourselves in the heart of “Rocky Horror season” again! Time to unpack provocative costumes, high-heeled shoes, fishnet hose, and muster up the courage to do the Time Warp again. Our cast, crew, and production team have worked arduously to bring this cult classic to center stage, and they are eager to have you join the fun. I wholeheartedly thank everyone involved in bringing this production to our stage, and
I applaud you for a job well done! It’s because of you that the tradition
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“Don’t Dream It, Be It.” For almost 50 years, this lyric has defined the philosophy of Rocky Horror. For me (a 13-year-old who stayed awake way past my bedtime to watch a midnight showing), it became a lifeline in a world where to be “different” was dangerous. Written at the peak of a social and sexual revolution, Dr. Frank N. Furter’s refrain was embraced by fans who celebrated the liberation from traditional boundaries and the
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intoxicating empowerment of radical individualism. Generations later, this mantra has been enshrined not just by a cultish fring but by our society at large. Today, what was once exotic, is exemplified. To be, rather than to dream, is now regarded as an inalienable right. However, Rocky Horror ends not with Frank’s triumph to self-actualization but with a bitter and prophetic warning. Janet mourns a world where “Superheroes come to feast, to taste the flesh not yet deceased,” and the narrator reminds us that we are “insects called the human race, lost in time and space and meaning.” Is this not our world, where we know everything and believe nothing? Brad and Janet are our Adam and Eve, expelled naked from paradise after tasting the forbidden fruit of knowledge. As in every hero’s journey, the final step on the path from innocence to experience is the realization that one can never return to the home left behind. But for one night, perhaps we can take a time warp. It’s just a jump to the left, back to the sights and sounds of that vanished world. And then, a step to the right into the brave new world crafted by the good doctor and his spiritual heirs. Join us in the dance, but beware that it doesn’t drive you insane…well…maybe a little Thankinsane….you
Aurora Arts Theatre, my wonderful production crew and amazing cast for believing in me and for allowing me to rediscover the musical that rose tinted my world.
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LAURIE GUAJARDO Director
7 Director Laurie Guajardo WARNING: Strobe lights will be used during this performance. Patrons that suffer from epilepsy & other visual light stimulation effects are advised to contact the Box Office staff prior to entering the theatre. Sheena Peppler Technical Director Burt Baxter Choreographer Sarah Juarez Scenic Design, Lighting Design Corey Ranson Lighting Op Hollina Carlier Stage Manager Vocal Director Peter Lopez Prop Master Ernie Pruneda Costumers AAT, Lauren Cantatore-Causey Sound Design Burt Baxter Tanya Stegall Musical Director Presents Book, Music and Lyrics by Richard O’Brien Tanya Stegall Drums Victor Lara Piano Bass June Vado Saxophone Debra Aguilar THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals, concordtheatricals.com Musical Numbers Act I Science Fiction Double Feature..........................................................................Trixi, Phantoms Damn it, Janet!............................................................................................Brad, Janet, Phantoms Over at the Frankenstein Place............................................................Brad, Janet, Phantoms The Time Warp.......................................Riff-Raff, Magenta, Columbia, Narrator, Phantoms Sweet Transvestite.........................Frank, Brad, Magenta, Riff-Raff, Columbia, Phantoms The Sword of Damocles.................................................................Rocky, Phantoms, Narrator I Can Make You A Man..............................................................................................................Frank Hot Patootie...........................................................................................................Eddie, Phantoms Charles Atlas (Reprise)..........................................................................Frank, Phantoms, Janet Act II Touch-a Touch Me..............................................................................Janet, Magenta, Columbia Once in a While...................................................................................Narrator, Brad, Phantoms Eddie’s Teddy.......................................................Doctor Scott, Narrator, Frank, Columbia, Planet Schmanet..............................................Frank, Columbia, Janet, Narrator, Phantoms Floor Show..............................................Columbia, Rocky, Frank, Dr. Scott, Janet, Riff-Raff I’m Going Home...........................................................................................................................Frank Space Ship.............................................................................................................Riff-Raff, Magenta Super Heroes.................................................................................................Brad, Janet, Narrator Science Fiction Double Feature..........................................................................Trixi, Phantoms THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Sound Op Lauren Kuvet Scenic Artist Corey Ranson, Bryan Meza Richard O’Brien’s Photos, video and/or audio recordings of this performance by any means whatsoever are strictly Guitarprohibited.Luke Alvarado
Lauren Flinchbaugh
Leah GuerraJordan Bruster
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Meet the Cast
Alex Chapa Alexa Gignac Anthoney Saenz Bob Caro Devyn Hamblin
Micheal Escobar Peter Lopez
Roland Hernandez Sarah Juarez Suzette Martinez Tomas Galvan
Dominic Cruz Edgar Vazquez Jr. Emily Thyme Etta Georgette Enow Jesse Ochoa
Etta Enow (Phantom) is thrilled to be performing in this year’s Rocky production. Etta is a seasoned actress who has performed at Aurora, first production being Our Lady of The Tortilla and numerous TAMUK theatre productions. She is currently attending Texas A&M University-Kingsville majoring in Communication with a minor in Journalism and was recently attributed as being a published author for her article on FanToBand.org. When she’s not acting you can listen to Etta on her podcast The Tea spilling celebrity news on all your favorite celebs. Every day Etta’s goal is to entertain, inspire, and educate her audience.
Bob Caro (Dr. Scott) is a Computer Science teacher at Gregory-Portland High School. He’s been seen here at the Aurora Arts Theatre as Greg in Sylvia; Mr. Roat in Wait Until Dark; and Richard Hannay in The 39 Steps. He also considers himself to be fortunate to have directed the Aurora’s productions of Neil Simon’s Rumors, and also Plaza Suite. Bob is grateful to his lovely and talented wife Autumn, for all her love and support.
Dominic Cruz (Phantom) is excited to join the company of Rocky Horror! This is surreal to him, but he is having a BALL! He is beyond excited to work with these awesome people and is very grateful for all the support of his family, theater, and work family.
Anthoney Saenz (Phantom) is thrilled to be doing the “Time Warp” for his debut at AAT. Anthoney is an Elementary music teacher in Victoria, Texas. He was previously seen in ensemble roles at the Opera Department at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, and most recently as The Tenor in Theatre Victoria’s production of 8-Track the Sound of the 70s. He would like to thank his family, friends, and fiancée for all their love and support.
Emily Thyme (Columbia) is a local to Corpus Christi and is absolutely head over heels to be reprising her role as Columbia in this years rendition of Rocky Horror! She is both honored and excited to be a part of this talented and dedicated cast. She is thankful to everyone involved at AAT and couldn’t wish for a more supportive and hard working group of people. She hopes to thrill chill and fulfill you tonight!
Who’s Who
Alex Chapa (Magenta) is excited to be back on the AAT stage doing one of her favorite shows after a 9 year Rocky hiatus! Past credits include: Sophie Sheridan in Mamma Mia!, Columbia in the Rocky Horror Show, & Rusty in Footloose. She would like to give a special thanks to her family and friends for everything and more, as well as Mary Chapa and the whole AAT staff. Enjoy the show and stay sane inside insanity!
Alexa Gignac (Phantom) is thrilled to be making her debut at AAT. This is her first performance since high school when she played Jan in “Grease”. When Alexa is not on stage she’s directing fashion shows & styling clients as store director of Julian Gold. She would like to thank her parents for always supporting her passion & getting her involved with theatre at a young age. She would also like to thank her girlfriend for pushing her to get back on stage & audition for “Rocky”. Lastly, she would like to thank her staff at Julian Gold for always being understanding when she needs to leave early for rehearsals. Alexa has enjoyed every rehearsal with this amazing & crazy cast. She feels incredibly thankful to share the stage with such talent. Thank you, Laurie, for putting together this incredible show.
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Devyn Hamblin (Trixi/Phantom) is so excited to be rejoining her Aurora family back on stage after a three year break. She recently has been performing with Theatre Victoria in shows such as Ring of Fire and 8-Track while working as a middle school choir director. She wants to thank her family, friends, and fiancé for all their love and support.
Edgar Manuel Vazquez Jr. (The Narrator) Currently a student at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, he is not only ecstatic for being a part of his first musical, but his first production at Aurora Arts Theatre! He would like to thank his friends and family for the continuous support throughout his new journey and hopes everyone loves the show as much as he’s loved working on it!
Jesse Ochoa (Eddie) is excited to be performing in his third production at AAT! He was brought up in the mean streets of Robstown, TX, and has been a ruckus from the day he was born. Jesse graduated from Texas A&M University-Kingsville with a degree in Radio, Televison, and Film Communications. He appeared in TAMUK Theatre’s productions of Stop Kiss, Junebugs, and American Idiot: The Musical Jesse recently played recently “Eddy” in Our Lady of the Tortilla and “Tom” in Sylvia at AAT. He’s looking forward to rockin’ out and having a BLAST with you all as he takes on the role of “Eddie”! “As always, thank you to my family and friends for the endless love and support. I LOVE Y’ALL! Enjoy!!!” “You’re your first best audience, long before anybody else hears you. So don’t be an easy audience. Keep asking for more.” - Michael Caine
Jordan Bruster (Dr. Frank ‘N’ Furter) is excited to play this dream role that they never believed they would get to play. This is their 9th show at Aurora. In 2010, Jordan was in AAT’s first production of The Rocky Horror Show as Eddie/Dr. Scott. Most recently, they were seen on the AAT stage as Bobby in A Chorus Line, and Duke in The Great American Trailer Park Musical. Favorite local credits include playing Seymour Krelborn (Little Shop of Horrors) twice at Port Aransas Community Theatre and Harbor Playhouse, Charlotte von Mahlsdorf et al. (I Am My Own Wife) at PACT, Carmen Ghia (The Producers) at AAT, and Igor (Young Frankenstein) at Del Mar Drama. They hold a BFA in Musical Theatre from Rockford University. They played Ash in the workshop production of Carner & Gregor’s new musical Techies in NYC, did a summerstock season at Trumpet in the Land in Ohio, and holds tv/film credits which can be found on their IMDB page. Jordan would like to thank Laurie for trusting them with this role, Peter and Sarah for all of the hard work they put in, the cast, crew, and band for being so supportive helpful and talented, the entire staff and volunteers for all of the work that they do, and their supportive family and friends. Enjoy!
Leah Guerra (Phantom) so excited to be back on the Aurora stage for the second time! She would like to thank her family, boyfriend and friends for the continuous support they have shown her. Enjoy the show!
Who’s Who
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Peter Lopez (Riff Raff) cannot believe he is doing this role again after a 15-year hiatus and ten years since last on stage. He would like to thank everyone who made this possible. “First God above.... thank you for the voice and strength to do this again. Thank you Mary Chapa for this theatre which has been home to me for over ten years. Thank you to our director, Laurie, for giving me this opportunity. To this cast, thank you for supporting me and everyone behind the scenes for helping make this show happen. Lastly... I want to thank Doug Holcomb, Lori Bryant, Corey Ranson, and now Laurie for being able to do this role in each of your productions. When I first did this role, I was laughed at on opening night and several shows thereafter for not being the norm everyone sees for the role. I made it my own and by the grace of God and all of the support of my friends and family I went from being laughed at to getting cheers on my first entrance. Never say you can’t do anything because I’m living proof that you can!! Thank you for supporting the Aurora and Break-a-leg and good show to all of the theatres and shows in the area.”.
Micheal Escobar (Phantom) is excited to be in this years production. Thank you Aurora for allowing me to continue doing what I love. Enjoy the show.
Lauren Flinchbaugh (Janet) is a senior biology major at Texas A&M UniversityCorpus Christi. “This is my second show with Aurora and I’m so excited to have worked with this amazing cast on such an iconic production. I would like to thank my family and friends for supporting me in my time on stage and the Aurora family for welcoming me to the theatre scene after taking a 4 year hiatus.”
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Sarah Juarez (Choreographer/Phantom) is so thrilled to be a part of Rocky Horror this year and to be able to work with a cast that is beyond talented! She trained under the direction of Larry & Bettye Roquemore. After founding Stage Canvas Dance Co. in Kingsville, Texas, she continued her training in Las Vegas, New York City, and Hollywood. Her company has won several awards, and they recently performed at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. She serves as a muse to artists and photographers throughout the US. Performing in several off-Broadway shows in NYC, she works for and is mentored by Broadway producer Peter Sklar. In her last roles, she played Tiger Lily in the Peter Pan Musical and Alicia in Cherry Town, a TV pilot.
Roland Hernandez (Rocky) is excited to be back on stage after over 10 years! Primarily a film actor, he’s so ready to flex his creative (and physical) muscles again by making his debut at AAT with such an amazing cast and crew. He would like to thank his mother Veronica, his father Roland, and his sister Kaeli for always believing in and encouraging him.
Written by Jean Shepherd, Leigh Brown and Bob Clark and on the book In God We Trust, All Others Pay Cash by Jean Shepherd
Book by Joseph Robinette Music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul
Produced by Special Arrangement with the Dramatic Publishing company of Woodstock, Illinois.
Tomas Galvan (Brad Majors) is a 4th year student at Texas A&M University-Kingsville is from Mission, Texas (Go 956!!!). He is a student under Dr. Hope Thacker studying Music Education and Vocal Pedagogy. He has performed in both opera and musical theatre shows, such as Dr. John Watson in A Certain Madness, Les Commissaire in Les Mesdames de la Halle, and Fester Addams in The Addams Family. This is his very first show with a community theatre, and he is excited to make his debut into the musical theatre scene!
Who’s Who
Suzette Martinez (Phantom) is excited to make her debut on the Aurora stage. Originally from Alice, Texas, Martinez started acting at Harbor Playhouse at a young age. She has performed as Geraldine in School House Rock LIVE! (2001), Juliette in Williams Window (2001), Toreadorable / Ensemble in Gypsy (2002), and most recently as a Deadite in Evil Dead: The Musical (2019), where she received a Sammy nomination for Best Ensemble member. Thanks to her supportive family, especially her mom, 3 daughters, and the love of her life Roy, she was encouraged to pursue her long-time dream of being part of the Rocky Horror Show. She would like to thank you all for supporting community theatre. “Don’t dream it. Be it!”
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