Tutor Family Center for the Performing Arts
Chaminade College Preparatory High School
West Hills, CA
Chaminade College Preparatory High School
Tutor Family Center for the Performing Arts PRESENTS
SWEENEY TODD
The Demon Barber of Fleet Street A Musical Thriller
Music and Lyrics by
STEPHEN SONDHEIM
From an Adaptation by CHRISTOPHER BOND with
Book by HUGH WHEELER
Lulu Bishop
Robert Balbuena
Angel Santos
Jater Webb
Chloe Johnson
Isabella Spagnoli
Sophia Pollono
Jack Bailey
Sean McCarthy
Ethan Diaz
Josh Callis
• Bella Aboulhosn • Brendan Teehan • Dariana Alvarez-Ortiz • Denise Enrique • Faith Alhadeff • Garrett Hill • Georgia Besnilian • Iman Judge • Izzy Romero • Josh Callis • Julian Friedman • Karlin Biederman • Lauren Effertz • Madison Hayes • Michael Gonzalez • Nella Batah • Preston Simpkin • Riley Way • Riona Lally • Ryann Schaffer • Sacha Callis • Shane Hanley • Sierra Gelbman • Sol Martinelli • Madison Cheramie • Natalie Letts • Sean Harmon •
Bro. Tom Oles SHOP ASSISTANT
Luis Ramirez WIG DESIGN
Michelle Elkin CHOREOGRAPHER
Lacey Anzelc SCENIC ARTIST
Jeff McLaughlin SET/LIGHTING DESIGN
Mike Davis TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
Yvette L. Bishop DIRECTOR & PRODUCER
Joel Loth SHOP APPRENTICE
Madison Aisanaye ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER
Dan Redfeld MUSICAL DIRECTOR
Originally Directed On Broadway by HAROLD PRINCE
Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick
Originally Produced on Broadway by Richard Barr, Charles Woodward, Robert Fryer, Mary Lea Johnson, Martin Richards in Association with Dean and Judy Manos
SONGS
I
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd Sweeney Todd, Company No Place Like London
The Barber and His Wife
The Worst Pies in London
Poor Thing
My Friends
Sweeney Todd, Anthony, Beggar Woman
Sweeney Todd
Mrs. Lovett
Mrs. Lovett
Sweeney Todd, Mrs. Lovett, Company
Green Finch and Linnet Bird Johanna
Ah, Miss Anthony, Johanna, Beggar Woman
Johanna Anthony
Pirelli's Miracle Elixir
Tobias, Sweeney Todd, Mrs. Lovett, Ensemble
The Contest Adolfo Pirelli, Sweeney Todd
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd Company
Pirelli's Death Pirelli
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd Three Tenors
Kiss Me, Part I Johanna, Anthony
Ladies in Their Sensitivities Beadle
Kiss Me, Part II
Pretty Women
Epiphany
A Little Priest
God, That's Good!
Johanna (Act II Sequence)
I Am A Lass
By the Sea
Wigmaker Sequence
ACT II
Beadle, Anthony, Judge Turpin, Johanna
Sweeney Todd, Judge Turpin
Sweeney Todd, Mrs. Lovett
Mrs. Lovett, Sweeney Todd
Tobias, Mrs. Lovett, Sweeney Todd, Ensemble
Anthony, Sweeney Todd, Johanna, Beggar Woman
Mrs. Lovett
Mrs. Lovett, Todd
Sweeney Todd, Anthony
The Ballad of Sweeney Todd Ensemble Quintet
The Letter Ensemble Quintet, Sweeney Todd
Not While I'm Around Tobias, Mrs. Lovett
Parlor Songs Beadle, Mrs. Lovett, Tobias
SONGS
ACT II (continued)
Fogg's Asylum Company City on Fire! Lunatics
Searching Sweeney, Beggar Woman, Lunatics, Mrs. Lovett, Anthony
Finale Scene Sweeney Todd, Mrs. Lovett
(Epilogue)The Ballad of Sweeney Todd
Johanna, Anothony, Policemen, Judge, Pirelli, Beadle, Company
CAST
Cast Members
Sweeney Todd Jater Webb
Mrs. Nellie Lovett
Chloe Johnson
Tobias Ragg Isabella Spagnoli
Anthony Hope Jack Bailey
Johanna Sophie Pollono
Beggar Woman Lulu Bishop
Judge Turpin Sean McCarthy
Beadle Bamford Robert Balbuena
Adolfo Pirelli Ethan Diaz
Jonas Fogg Angel Santos
Birdseller Josh Callis
Mrs. Mooney Sierra Gelbman
Children Dariana Alvarez-Ortiz, Faith Alhadeff, Georgia Besnilian, Karlin Biederman
Dock Worker Sacha Callis
Fish Wife Ryann Schaffer
Flower Sellers
Fruit and Vegetable Seller
Denise Enrique, Riley Way
Brendan Teehan
Gingercake Seller Garrett Hill
Knife Grinder Shane Hanley
Milkman Preston Simpkin
Policeman Julian Friedman
Rich Ladies Nella Batah, Lauren Effertz, Riona Lally
Seamstress Izzy Romero
Washer Women
Bella Aboulhosn, Iman Judge, Sol Martinelli
Workman Sean Harmon
Swings Madison Cheramie and Natalie Letts
Unemployed Father Michael Gonzalez
Production / Creative
Director/ Producer
Yvette L. Bishop
CAST
Production / Creative (continued)
Technical Director Mike Davis
Set/ Lighting Design Jeff McLaughlin
Scenic Artist Lacey Anzelc
Scenic Assistant Tracy Lundy
Shop Assistant Brother Tom Oles
Shop Apprentice Joel Loth
Production Stage Manager Delaney Duffy
Stage Manager Bianca Baguio
Assistant Stage Manager Evan Rosskopf
Assistant Stage Manager Jacob Garcia
Senior Producer Denise Enrique
Senior Producer Logan Shroyer
Assistant Producer Josh Callis
Assistant Producer Izzy Romero
Assistant Producer Brendan Teehan
Orchestra
Keyboard Greg Koppenhaver
Violin Elizabeth Hedman
Viola Suzanna Giordano Gignac
Cello David Mergen
Bass John Smith
Harp Alison Bjorkedal
Reed 1 Geoff Nudell
Reed 2 Phil Feather
French Horn Jennifer Bliman Carmichael
Trumpet Chris Tedesco
Percussion Tyler Smith
Bassoon Kyle Lee
CREW
Crew Members
Box Office Crew Head Nella Batah
Box Office Crew Assistant Heads
Box Office Crew
Carpentry & Fly Crew Heads
Carpentry & Fly Crew Assistant Heads
Carelle Enrique and Amanda Rumack
Emilie Besnilian, Rojienne Groves, Andrew McNeal, Caitlin Shroyer, Khushi Wadwa
Delaney Duffy, Jater Webb and Michael Gonzalez
Alexis Hafner and Matthew Talley
Carpentry & Fly Crew Apprentice Jacob Garcia
Carpentry & Fly Crew
Electrics Crew Heads
Karlin Biederman, Claire Cullen, Liam Fairlie, Julian Friedman, Kiana LaBella, Gianluca Martinelli-Simon, Crystal Park, Kira Platten, Ryann Schaffer, Jaccoa Stills, Brendan Teehan, Kyle Yoon
Logan Shroyer and Nick Pelayo
Electrics Crew Assistant Heads Logan Kailor and Sol Martinelli
Electrics Crew
Hair & Makeup Crew Heads
Hair & Makeup Crew Assistant Heads
Hair & Makeup Crew
Media Crew Heads
Media Crew Assistant Heads
Props Crew Heads
Props Crew Assistant Heads
Props Crew
Scenic Crew Heads
Karlin Biederman, Ethan Diaz, Jacob Garcia, Samantha Hall, Garrett Hill, Evan Rosskopf, Caitlin Shroyer, Bella Spagnoli
Alex Torres and Carly Condon
Chloe Johnson and Jenna Beausang
Bella Aboulhosn, Faith Alhadeff, Dariana Alvarez-Ortiz, Georgia Besnilian, Sophia Cabrera, Myra Carter, Sienna Cockerham, Claire Cullen, Anna Decker, Lauren Effertz, Mia Erikson, Sierra Gelbman, Lia Griffiths, Bridget Nary, Emma Patricola, Sami Suttles
Bella Spagnoli and Logan Shroyer
Evan Rosskopf and Ethan Victoriano
Angel Santos and Vance Allen
Bianca Baguio and Brendan Teehan
Jack Bailey, Emilie Besnilian, Josh Callis, Sacha Callis, Ethan Diaz, Christopher Fase, Jacob Garcia, Rojienne Groves, Madison Hayes, Ellya Kim, Sol Martinelli, Andrew McNeal, Emma Patricola, DJ Shepard, Amanda Silverman, Bella Spagnoli, Khushi Wadwa
Ariel Menendez and Sean Harmon
Scenic Crew Assistant Head Sophia Nations
Crew Members (continued)
Scenic Crew Madison Cheramie, Francesca Cumpio, Corina Espinoza, Sierra Gelbman, Kiana LaBella, Sophia LaBella, Makena Melgoza, Audrey Morga, Andie McKenzie, Kelly MonBarren, Jack Pender, Sara Ponce, Rachel Reimer, Amanda Silverman, Annie Yolo
Sound Crew Heads Isaac Ayala and Izzy Romero
Sound Crew Assistant Heads Julia Hart-Boroczi and Kiara Apeles
Sound Crew
Wardrobe Crew Heads
Kayli Aspeitia, Tyler Aspeitia, Bianca Baguio, Samantha Carlsen, McDonough Cook, Carelle Enrique, Corina Espinoza, Christopher Fase, Rojienne Groves, Oliver Kazandjief, Kiana LaBella, Ava Moran, Andie McKenzie, Sara Ponce, Annie Porter, Sean Sullivan, John Varela, Natalie Zagari
Denise Enrique and Riley Way
Wardrobe Crew Assistant Heads Alyssa Wong and Maggie Shaughnessy
Wardrobe Crew Apprentice Wase Sanani
Wardrobe Crew
Dariana Alvarez-Ortiz, Kayli Aspeitia, Natasha Butchko, Sophia Cabrera, Sacha Callis, Ethan Diaz, Carelle Enrique, Mia Erikson, Sierra Gelbman, Shane Hanley, Makena Melgoza, Nassym Nouri, Hannah Silber, Karina Stoddard, Sami Suttles
WHO'S WHO
Jater Webb
(as Sweeney Todd) Jater, somehow a senior, is a bit confused as to how he ended up at his last show with the Chaminade Players. All he remembers is showing up for his first rehearsal in the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee and now he’s here. Jater would like to thank Mrs. Bishop, Mr. Davis, Mr. Redfeld, his entire Players Family, John Proctor, and, most of all, his mom and dad. He would also like to thank Yvette for letting him keep his hair.
Chloe Johnson
(as Mrs. Lovett) Chloe, a senior, is overjoyed to be a part of her eighth show with the Chaminade Players! Some of her favorite shows with the Players include: The Wizard of Oz, The Crucible, Guys and Dolls, and Macbeth. She would like to thank Yvette, Dan, Michelle, the cast and crew, and her family for their overwhelming support and love!
Isabella Spagnoli
(as Tobias Ragg) Bella is ecstatic to play Toby in her final show with the Chaminade players! You may have recognized her as the Munchkin Coroner in Wizard of Oz or Martha the missionary in Guys and Dolls! She would like to thank Yvette, Dan, Mike, and all of her fellow Chaminade Players for making these past four years magical and wonderful!
Jack Bailey
(as Anthony Hope) Jack is very excited to be in his 3rd Chaminade Players production! This program has completely changed his life, and he would like to thank Yvette, Dan, and Mike for all their hard work in making this show come to life. He is proud to be a part of Sweeney Todd.
WHO'S WHO
Sophia Pollono
(as Johanna)
Sophie, a freshman, is elated to be in her 2nd production with the Chaminade players. She has an immense love for theatre, and her recent roles include the Gravedigger assistant in Hamlet and Kim MacAfee in Bye Bye Birdie this summer intensive. Many thanks to Mom, dad, Jack, and Kelsey for all of their support in her endeavors. She would like to give a special thanks to the cast and crew for their hard work, and to Yvette for giving her this amazing opportunity!
Lulu Bishop
(as Beggar Woman) Lulu, a senior, is feeling both thrilled and astonished to be a part of her ninth and final show with the Chaminade Players. From painting in scenic crew, to casting spells in Macbeth, dancing in Guys and Dolls, experiencing heartbreak in Almost Maine, and losing her mind in Hamlet, she has made unforgettable memories in this program. She would like to thank Yvette Bishop and the rest of this incredible cast and crew for these beautiful four years with the Players!
Sean McCarthy
(as Judge Turpin) Sean Thomas McCarthy is shocked that he is in his final show at the Chaminade Players. Starting out being a plump drunk in Macbeth to getting very intimate with his fellow castmates in Almost Maine, needless to say Sean has had quite the adventure these past 3 years. S.T.M. would like to thank Yvette, his parents, cast/crew, The Webb Gang & Bear, Mommatron, Diaz Brothers, and Sally & Snowball.
Robert Balbuena
(as Beadle Bamford) Robert, a freshman, is very excited to be a part of his first show with the Players! He has enjoyed his time with the group so far and has loved being a part of something so great! Robert would like to thank Mrs. Bishop for providing him with the opportunity to be in the show and his family and friends for always supporting him.
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Ethan Diaz
(as Adolfo Pirelli) It is ineffable to portray the sheer and utter exultation Ethan has for his final performance with the Players. Hitherto he hath performed in Hamlet, WOZ, Hansel and Gretel Eat Right, and more. Special recognition for his family, Laddie and Walter, Yvette, his Players family, Blessed WJC and viewers like you, thank you for a great tenure of 7 shows with the players, God bless you all.
Angel Santos
(as Jonas Fogg) Angel, a senior, is bitter sweet about his last production with the Chaminade Players. He would like to give his most sincere thanks to everyone who helped him through his journey, and a special thanks to Yvette Bishop.
Josh Callis
(as Birdseller, Assistant Producer) Josh, a junior, is overjoyed to be a part of his 4th show with the Chaminade Players. He would like to thank his family, friends and Jater Webb for supporting him through this experience. He would also like to thank Yvette for giving him this opportunity.
Sierra Gelbman
(as Mrs. Mooney) Sierra, a junior, is so glad to be involved in this fantastic musical and working with the Chaminade Players. Recent roles include: Player Queen in Hamlet, Rhonda in Almost Maine, Mae Peterson in Bye Bye Birdie, and Dark Witch in Dark of the Moon. She would like to thank Dan, Madison, Michelle, and Yvette for this amazing opportunity.
Bella Aboulhosn
(as Washer Woman) Bella is so excited to be in her 3rd show with the Chaminade Players! Her previous roles include Marcellus in Hamlet, Ursula in Bye Bye Birdie, Mary in Mary Poppins, Maria in Sound of Music, and Josie on DreamWorks Spirit Riding Free. She wants to thank Yvette, Dan, Michelle, and Maddison for making her experience so wonderful!
WHO'S WHO
Brendan Teehan
(as Fruit & Vegetable Seller, Assistant Producer) Brendan, a junior, is excited to perform in Sweeney Todd. He had so much fun working on this production as both cast and crew, and he’d like to thank Mike and Mrs. Bishop for their dedication to teaching. He’d also like to thank his parents, and his sister Delaney.
Dariana Alvarez-Ortiz
(as Child, u/s Tobias) Dariana, a freshman, is so excited to be a part of her first production here at chaminade. She has made so many new friends and deepened relationships with others. She would like to thank yvette for this opportunity and dedicate this performance to her parents (for driving her), brother (for introducing her to the program), and friends.
Denise Enrique
(as Flower Seller, Senior Producer) From her lisp as Logainne in Putnam to dancing through fog w/ her witch sisters in Macbeth, crying as Mary Warren in the Crucible to carrying bags of love as Gayle in Almost Maine, Denise can't believe she is working with the amazing cast & crew in her 9th & final show with the Players. Special thanks to Yvette, Mike, Dan, & Bro. Tom for letting her ride the drama rollercoaster the past 4 years, and a big thank you to her family for their endless love & support.
Faith Alhadeff
(as Child) Faith, a freshman, is ecstatic to be part of the cast of Sweeney Todd. She has been a member of SAG since she was 5 years old when she started movie and television acting. Through the years she found her passion and love for theatre. She would to thank her amazing family, SAMPUL Dance Academy, and Ms. Bishop for giving her the opportunity to do what she loves.
WHO'S WHO
Garrett Hill
(as Gingercake Seller) Garrett, a junior is over the moon to be a part of his 6th production with the Chaminade players. You may recognize him as Danny and Pete in Almost Maine, An Emerald City Guard in the Wizard of Oz, Big Z Cheever in the Crucible, and Harry the Horse in Guys and Dolls. He would like to thank He would like to thank his friends and family, all the lizards, Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, and Mrs. Bishop for yet another wonderful experience.
Georgia Besnilian
(as Child) Georgia Besnilian, a freshman, is thrilled to be a part of her first show as a Chaminade Player. Georgia would like to thank her family, Mrs. Bishop, Dan, and the entire cast and crew for making this show unforgettable and for making her feel so at home.
Iman Judge
(as Washer Woman) Iman, a freshmen, is excited to be in her first musical, Sweeney Todd, with the Chaminade Players. She’d like to thank all the Chaminade Players and thank Yvette for giving her this opportunity. She’d also like to thank her mom, dad, and her younger sister Alyssa for helping her get here, always cheering her on and believing in her.
Izzy Romero
(as Seamstress, Assistant Producer) Izzy, a junior, is delighted to be in her seventh show with the Players. She would like to thank her family that always supports her in her endeavors. She would also like to thank Yvette for allowing her this opportunity and the Players for the life long memories created through this wonderful process.
Julian Friedman
(as Policeman) Julian, a senior, is absolutely electrified to be in Sweeney Todd but upset to be leaving the Players next year. He would like to thank his parents, Yvette, Mike, Dan, Michelle, Titus, Nacho, Steph, Lily Chee, and James Thaddeus for making the past 4 years the most magical years possible. God bless. Enjoy the show
WHO'S WHO
Karlin Biederman
(as Child) Karlin, a freshman, is incredibly grateful to be part of Sweeney Todd. This is her third production with the Players. She would like to thank her family and friends, Yvette, and the entire Players family for their endless support.
Lauren Effertz
(as Rich Lady, u/s Johanna) Lauren, a freshman, is thrilled to be a part of Sweeney Todd and her first Chaminade High school production. She would like to thank Yvette, Dan, Mike, Michelle, and the Chaminade Players for this amazing opportunity to learn and grow as a performer. A special shout out to her parents for their love and support.
Michael Gonzalez
(as Unemployed Father) Michael, a senior, is bitter-sweet to be part of his last production with the Chaminade Players. Past productions include: Hamlet, Almost Maine, Wizard of Oz, Guys & Dolls, and Secret Garden. He would like to thank all of his friends and family for all the support they've given him. And special thanks to Yvette, Mike, Dan, and Michelle. Enjoy the show!
Nella Batah
(as Rich Lady) Nella, a senior, is so excited to be apart of her final show with the Chaminade players. She would like to thank the cast and crew for making her four years in the players the most memorable!
Preston Simpkin
(as Milkman) Preston, a sophomore, is incredibly grateful to be taking part in Sweeney Todd, his fourth show with the players! He would like to thank the cast and crew, the creative team, and his family for making this experience so memorable!
WHO'S WHO
Riley Way
(as Flower Seller)
Riley, a senior, is eternally grateful to be a part of her eighth and final show with the Chaminade Players! Previous shows include: Almost Maine, The Wizard of Oz, The Crucible, Guys and Dolls, Macbeth, and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. She would like to thank her friends, family, Yvette and most importantly all the players for making her experience so unforgettable. The Chaminade Players have affected her life unlike no other program. She can happily say that she walked into the program with great friends, but is now able to leave with a second family and a true place to call her home away from home.
Riona Lally
(as Rich Lady) Riona, a freshman, is excited to be in her 2nd show with the Chaminade Players! She began her journey in Hamlet as Cornelius. She would like to thank her family, friends, & especially the cast/crew for being so amazing in putting this show together. She is so grateful for the opportunities at Chaminade, & can't wait to see what waits for her in the future!
Ryann Schaffer
(as Fisherman's Widow) Ryann, a freshman, is ecstatic to preform in her second production with the Chaminade Players, after preforming in Hamlet last semester. She would like to give her thanks to Yvette, the Chaminade Players as a whole, and her dad and family for their unrelenting support.
Sacha Callis
(as Dock Worker) Sacha, a sophomore, is delighted to be a part of this amazing show! This is Sacha’s third production with the players, and he is extremely grateful for the moments and experiences this show has given him. He would like to thank Yvette for the opportunity, Jater Webb, everyone involved in this production, and his family for the constant love/support.
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Sean Harmon
(as Workman) Sean, a junior, is very excited to be involved in his seventh Chaminade Players production. He would like to thank his family for all of their support, and the cast and crew. He would also like to thank Yvette and Mike for giving him this amazing opportunity.
Shane Hanley
(as Knife Grinder) Shane, a junior, is overjoyed to be a part of Sweeney Todd, his fourth show with the Players. He would like to say thank you to his parents, Yvette, and the whole cast and crew for making it such a fantastic experience.
Sol Martinelli
(as Washerwoman) Now in her junior year, Sol is ecstatic to be in her sixth show with the players. It is also her third show as an assistant head in lights crew. She is so happy and honored to be part of such a wonderful family. Special thanks to Yvette, her friends, family, lights heads, and cast and crew for this wonderful opportunity and so many memories.
Madison Cheramie
(as Swing) Maddy is very excited to be a part of Sweeney Todd. It is her first show with the Players and she is incredibly grateful to be a part of such a loving family. She is thankful to her parents and to Mrs. Bishop for this opportunity.
Natalie Letts
(as Swing) Natalie is tremendously excited to be part of Sweeney Todd. As a freshman, this is her first year being a part of the Chaminade Players and she is elated to take part. Natalie is extremely thankful for all the people who put in so much time and effort to create this amazing musical.
CREW WHO'S WHO
Delaney Duffy
(Production Stage Manager) Delaney, a senior, is very excited to be working as the Production Stage Manager in this production of, Sweeney Todd . This is her seventh and final show with the chaminade players. As a stage manager, she is very grateful to be apart of something where she can do what she loves. She would like to thank Yvette, Mike, Brother Tom, her carp & fly crew, her fellow stage managers, drama mamas, her family, and the entire Players family!
Bianca Baguio
(Stage Manager) Bianca, a junior, is excited to be working as a stage manager for this amazing production of Sweeney Todd This is her seventh show with the players, and she cannot wait for many more wonderful memories. She would like to thank the cast, crew, and Yvette for making this show so memorable.
Evan Rosskopf
(Assistant Stage Manager) Evan, a junior, is tremendously happy and grateful to be with the Players for the spring production of Sweeney Todd. He joined the players last year for the production of The Wizard of Oz and has continued on throughout his junior year. He would like to give his thanks to his family and friends for their support!
Jacob Garcia
(Assistant Stage Manager) Jacob, a sophomore, is overjoyed to be working his fourth show as apart of the chaminade players. He would like to thank Yvette, Mike, Bro. Tom, Christian, Josh, Zachary, and his parents for the love they have showed him throughout the years. He would also like to thank Denise and Logan for being amazing producers and even better friends.
CREW WHO'S WHO
Logan Shroyer
(Senior Producer) Logan, a senior, is saddened to be working on his 9th, and last show as part of the Chaminade players. He would like to thank every player who has come through the program and made his experience one he will remember forever. He would like to also thank his parents, Caitlin, Yvette, Jeff, Mike, Aidan & Emily for creating the memorable, loving family he is honored to be a part of.
PHOTOS
Box Office Crew
Carpentry & Fly Crew
PHOTOS
Electrics Crew
Hair & Makeup Crew
PHOTOS
Media Crew
Props Crew
Sound Crew
Wardrobe Crew
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
END NOTES
Dear Patron of the Arts,
Ten years have come and gone since the first time we shared the tale of the Demon Barber on a Chaminade stage. Back then, we staged our stories on steel decks mounted together in the Bob Hope Center, sharing one green room, building the sets in the cafeteria after school and adding caution tape to keep students from eating their lunch on it during the day, but, still removing French fries and wiping off ketchup stains. The creativity then, as now, was boundless, the practical elements then were limited, the joy in the process then and now… priceless.
Why return to share this cautionary tragic tale of love lost and vengeance? Because like then, we have extraordinary students who are able to handle this material with maturity, humor, grace, and have the vocal ability and an understanding of the demanding process of the acting in this play with music.
Stephen Sondheim is a musical theatre legend for a reason--- this is one of the reasons. Sweeney Todd is one of the most brilliant musicals ever written--- flawless—beautiful musical score, brilliant book, compelling characters all weaved together into a world created to take us away to a place where we can be swept away into someone else’s story. This is what theatre was created to do!
We are beyond thankful for our stellar creative team! In a short amount of time, our village has been able to come together to create this world of late 1800s London and we could not do it without our fearless technical director, Mike Davis and his trusty shop assistant Brother Tom Oles and Tracy Lundy for lending a hand and an ear; Jeff McLaughlin, our fantastic set and lighting designer who we are blessed to have come back year after year; the amazing Lacey Anzelc guiding our scenic crew with her scenic art skills for thirteen years; Dan Redfeld, our very own Maestro, beautifully guiding the vocals and conducting our awesome orchestra; Luis Ramirez and his beautiful wig work and new to our team this year, alum Joel Loth as shop apprentice! Also new to our team this year, our dedicated choreographer, the gifted Michelle Elkin and her sweet assistant Madison AiSanaye. We are forever grateful to our Drama Mamas and parents who feed and support our wonderful, hardworking Players and our Administrators and Staff for all of their support of our Drama program. We are blessed with a tremendous village here at Chaminade!
We would like to take this opportunity to thank our Principal, Brother Tom Fahy for all of his support over the years. He will always be VIP for all performances! And seniors… we love you and wish you all a fantastic final production and the very best that life can offer as you head off to the next step in your journey. Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication to The Chaminade Players.
So, now… attend the tale of Sweeney Todd 2020.
It’s time.
Yours in the Arts,
Yvette Lawrence Bishop Director of Performing Arts Drama Director
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