"Opera Scenes" program

California State University, Fullerton

U N I VER S I TY C R ED IT S

Framroze Virjee, President, California State University, Fullerton Carolyn Thomas Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Alexander Porter, Vice President, Administration and Finance/CFO David Forgues, Vice President, Human Resources, Diversity & Inclusion Amir H. Dabirian, Vice President, Information Technology Tonantzin Oseguera, Vice President, Student Affairs Gregory J. Saks, Vice President, University Advancement

CO L L EGE OF TH E A R T S Arnold Holland, Ed.D, Dean Dave Mickey, Associate Dean Christopher Johnson, Budget Coordinator Heather Guzman, Assistant to the Deans Visual Arts Special Projects, Jade Jewett Dr. Randall Goldberg, Director, School of Music Dr. James Hussar, Chair, Department of Visual Arts Jamie Tucker, Chair, Department of Theatre & Dance Jennifer Frias, Director, Nicholas & Lee Begovich Gallery John Spiak, Director, Grand Central Art Center - Santa Ana Lara Farhadi, Senior Director of Development Ann Steichen, Director of Development Erika Ochoa, Support Group Coordinator Julie Bussell, Director, Marketing & Patron Services Stephanie Tancredi, Box Office Manager Heather Richards-Siddons Marketing & Communications Specialist Alvin Chiu, Graphic Designer Jason Pano, Social Media Strategist

W EL CO ME T O TH E C OL L EGE O F T H E A R T S Welcome to the fall performance season at Clayes Performing Arts Center. As you arrived, you may have noticed that the southwest corner of campus looked a bit different than when you last visited. I am thrilled to announce that the Visual Arts Modernization Project is well underway! The project will add two new buildings: a single-level structure comprised of the four existing galleries and a two-story building along State College Blvd, containing technology-driven classrooms, office space, a research library, and collaborative teaching and learning spaces. This newly reimagined visual arts complex will have a lasting impact on the college and the community, transforming how we teach, learn, engage with, and experience art.

Despite the disruptions to the college caused by this much-needed renovation, we are committed to delivering the same high-quality, pre-professional arts training our 2,800 students expect; this season’s offerings are no exception. Our thriving community of artists, technicians, and educators have combined their formidable skills to deliver a fall semester of programming shaped by the same diversity reflected on our campus. This September, the Begovich Visual Arts Lecture Series began introducing students and the public to a BIPOC slate of innovative and prominent arts professionals. On October 1, the School of Music’s Bill Cunliffe, Rodolfo Zuniga, and their jazz ensembles kick off October in Meng Concert Hall (along with a surprise guest!).

Meanwhile, Theatre productions focus on personal and timeless struggles: Jessica Swale’s “Blue Stockings” tells the empowering story of four young women fighting against sexism for their right to a university education in 18th century England, and in “She Kills Monsters,” identity and fantasy converge to create a modern coming-of-age story. CSUF dancers and choreographers close the season with Fall Dance Theatre’s “Momentum,” centered on the human impulse to seek, strive, and move forward to motivate change.

As we begin the 2022 fall semester anticipating the transformative changes ahead, we remain dedicated to enhancing the academic and creative potential of the current students within this living laboratory for the arts. Their success is uniquely measured in phrases of choreography, lines of dialogue, sheets of music, and slabs of clay as our students actively work towards impacting the arts of the future. You demonstrate your unwavering commitment to our students when you attend productions, concerts, and exhibitions in the College of the Arts. Embrace the limitless possibilities their future holds. Support the College of the Arts at any level by donating to the Dean’s Fund for Excellence today (arts.fullerton.edu/giving).

Thank you for joining us. I’m so proud of our students and what they have created for you tonight.

Enjoy the show! I know you will be equally impressed.

Arnold Holland, Ed.D.

Dean, College of the Arts

Dr. Randall Goldberg • Director, School of Music Kimo Furumoto • Assistant Director, School of Music Edward J. PhD - School Music of director Bongshin KoFink, • Assistant Director,ofSchool Music Bongshin Ko - School of Music assistant director FULL-TIME FACULTY FULL-TIME FACULTY

Theory and and Composition Composition Theory Dr. theory Dr.Pamela PamelaMadsen Madsen -- composition, composition, theory Dr. theory Dr.Ken KenWalicki* Walicki* -- composition, composition, theory

Conducting Conducting Kimo Furumoto Furumoto - instrumental instrumental Kimo Dr. Robert Robert Istad Istad - choral Dr. choral Dr.Dustin Dustin Barr Barr - instrumental instrumental Dr. Jazzand and Commercial Commercial Music Jazz Music Bill Cunliffe* - jazz piano; Fullerton Jazz Bill Cunliffe* - jazz arranging; piano; arranging; Orchestra, Big BandFullerton and combo Fullerton Fullerton Jazz Orchestra, Big director Band Rodolfo Zuniga - jazz studies, jazz percussion, and combo director and music technology

Rodolfo Zuniga - jazz studies, jazz percussion, and music techology Piano, Organ, Piano Pedagogy Ning An - piano Piano, Organ, Piano Pedagogy Bill Cunliffe - jazz piano Ning An - piano Alison Edwards* - piano, Bill Cunliffe - jazz piano piano pedagogy, class piano Alison Edwards* - piano, piano pedagogy, Dr. Robert Watson - piano

class piano Dr. Robert Watson - piano

Music Education, Teacher Training, and Teaching Credential Music Education, Teacher Training, Dr. Christopher Peterson - choral and Teching Credential Dr. Dennis Siebenaler* - general Dr. Christopher Peterson - choral Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore - instrumental

Dr. Dennis Siebenaler* - general Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore - instrumental Music in General Education Dr. John Koegel* Music in General Education Dr. Katherine Reed

Dr. John Koegel* Dr. Katherine Reed

Music History and Literature Dr. John Koegel* - musicology Music History and LIterature Dr. Reed- musicology - musicology Dr.Katherine John Koegel

Dr. Katherine Reed - musicology

Strings Kimo Furumoto - Director of Orchestral Studies Strings Bongshin Ko - cello Kimo Furumoto - Director of Orchestra Studies Dr. Ernest Salem* - violin

Vocal, and Opera Opera Vocal, Choral, Choral, and Dr. Mark-Goodrich* - voice, Dr. Mark Goodrich* voice, academic voice courses academic voiceIstad courses Dr. Robert Dr. Robert DirectorUniversity of Choral Singers, Studies Director of Istad Choral- Studies; and Titan Voices conductor and University Singers Dr. of Opera Opera Dr.Kerry Kerry Jennings Jennings -– Director Director of Dr. ConcertChoir Choir Dr.Christopher ChristopherPeterson Peterson -- CSUF CSUF Concert and conductor andSinging Singing Titans Titans conductor Patricia voicecourses courses PatriciaPrunty Prunty--voice, voice, academic academic voice

Woodwinds, Percussion Woodwinds,Brass, Brass, and and Percussion Dr. Wind Band BandStudies; Studies, Dr.Dustin DustinBarr Barr--Director Director of of Wind University Symphony University Wind Wind Symphony Jean Ferrandis - flute Jean Ferrandis - flute Sycil Mathai* - trumpet Sycil Mathai* - trumpet Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore Håkan Rosengren* - clarinet Symphonic Winds conductor Dr. Gregory X. Whitmore Symphonic Winds conductor

SCHOOL OF MUSIC STAFF SCHOOL OF MUSIC STAFF

Michael August - Production Manager Eric Dries - Music Librarian Michael August - Production Manager William Lemley - Audio Technician EricLewis Dries -- Music Jeff Audio Librarian Engineer Chris William SearightLemley - Music Instrumental Service - audio technician Paul Shirts - Administrative Assistant Jeff Lewis - Audio Engineer Elizabeth Williams - Business Manager Chris Searight - Musical Instrument Services Sue Winston - Office Coordinator Paul Shirts - Administrative Assistant

Bongshin Ko - cello Dr. Ernest Salem* - violin

* denotes Area Coordinator Elizabeth Williams - Accountant

Sue Winston - Office Coordinator * denotes Area Coordinator

music.fullerton.edu The School of Music at California State University, Fullerton has been fully and continuously accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music since 1966

PROGRAM Die Fledermaus: Act 1 Trio....................................................................Johann Strauss II (1825-1899)

Rosalinda: Amber Napoli Eisenstein: Bryce Rivera Adele: Alyssa Cavero

The Pirates of Penzance: Nos. 5-7............................................. W.S. Gilbert (1836-1911) Directed by Thalia Moore Arthur Sullivan (1842-1900)

Edith: Agnes Wang Kate: Emily Hernandez Isabel: Gabriela Atkinson Frederic: Evan Banks Mabel:  Sisters: Company

L’étoile: No. 2 and 2bis.......................................................................Emmanuel Chabrier (1841-1894)

Laoula: Nya Nulty Aloès: Marilyn Negron Hérrison: Sam Miller Tapioca: Anthony Osborn

Le nozze di Figaro: Act 3 Sestetto....................................... Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)

Don Curzio: Ryan Guidotti Marcellina: Jenna Hansen Figaro: Bryce Cohn Livingston Bartolo: Adam Daruvala Il Conte: Dylan Leisure Susanna: Gabriela Atkinson

Cendrillon: Act 1, Scene 3........................................................................Jules Massenet (1842-1912)

Madame de la Haltière: Jessica Salsgiver Noémie: Jenna Hansen Dorothée: Jing Wang

La Cenerentola: Act 1 Finale................................................................Gioachino Rossini (1792-1868)

Don Magnifico: Dylan Leisure Clorinda: Sarah Cabrera Tisbe: Benny Fisher Cenerentola: Alexis Farah Ramiro: Hart Chen Dandini: Gabriel Cazares Alidoro: Bryce Cohn Livingston

Brief Intermission

PROGRAM Così fan tutte: Act 1 Sestetto............................................... Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Don Alfonso: Adam Daruvala Ferrando: Frank Watnick Guglielmo: Gabriel Cazares Despina: Irene Crain Fiordiligi: Sara Preston Dorabella: Katelyn Cruz

Flight: Birthing Scene.................................................................................Jonathan Dove (b. 1959)

Tina: Jordan Birgy-Krasnoff Stewardess: Julia Galvan Older Woman: Rachel Williams Minskwoman: Martina Goldring Minskman: Emilio López Felix Steward: Bryce Cohn Livingston

The Old Maid and the Thief: Scene 11............................................... Gian Carlo Menotti (1911-2007)

Miss Todd: Savana Thomas Miss Pinkerton: Alliah Anid Bob: Gabriel Cazares Laetitia: Abigail Sorber

A Midsummer Night’s Dream................................................................. Benjamin Britten Directed by Martina Goldring (1913-1976)

Demetrius: Emilio López Felix Lysander: Joshua Evans Helena: Marissa Valenzuela Hermia: Sophia Khurana

La Rondine: “Dio! Lei!...Bevo al tuo fresco sorriso”.............................Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924)

Lisette: Eileen Garrido Prunier: Abraham Cervantes Ruggero: Jaime Reza Magda: Thalia Moore Dining Patrons and Staff: Company

A NOTE FROM THE DIRECTOR

Character study can be a very exciting process, whether it’s the first time or the umpteenth time. But what happens when you add the layer when the character you have studied and ‘become’ is pretending to be someone else? What if you discover in Act III that your character is someone else entirely? Opera is full of some of the most convoluted plots you’ll ever try to understand, and that’s what makes these performances challenging, yet ultimately very satisfying to both the actors and the audience. “A Case of Mistaken Identity” is not just a collection of opera scenes curated to entertain the masses (though I certainly hope it does), but it is an opportunity for our singers to understand what it’s like to put the mask on and take the mask off, to peel back the layers of their characters, and also bring to their characters their own lived experiences of mask-wearing and removal in their lives. As a director, it has been a joy to watch their growth these past ten weeks.

My heartfelt thanks to the faculty and staff who train and support these students so well that it makes my job pretty easy, and to the wonderful students in Opera Theatre (all 42 of them!!), thank you for making my job a joyous one! And to you, the audience, thank you for coming, for supporting our students, and for keeping opera alive! We all hope you enjoy “A Case of Mistaken Identity.”

Kerry Jennings ABOUT OUR STAGE DIRECTOR

KERRY JENNINGS Kerry Jennings is an Associate Professor of Music and Director of Opera at Cal State Fullerton. His stage direction has recently been recognized with 1st and 2nd Place Awards in the National Opera Association’s Collegiate Opera Scenes Competition with scenes from The Ballad of Baby Doe (2021) and Der Rosenkavalier (2020), as well as being named a national finalist for The American Prize in Collegiate Opera Direction for his production of Massenet’s Cendrillon.

Noted for his “beautiful voice, great diction, and uncanny sense of style and phrasing,” Jennings recording In My Memory: American Songs and Song Cycles on Centaur Records was met with acclaim from both the composers and critics alike. He is also featured on David Arbury’s CD Alchemy and as tenor soloist on the Houston Camerata’s recording of Fonseca’s Missa Afro-Brasileira.

He is currently working on his second solo disc of American Song Cycles which will feature works by Tom Cipullo and Scott Perkins. Next summer he will direct Le nozze di Figaro for the International Lyric Academy in Charlotte, NC and Vicenza, Italy.

Jennings is a member of several music organizations, including NATS, Opera America, The Recording Academy, The College Music Society, and NOA, where he is on his fourth cycle as a member of the Dominick Argento Chamber Opera Competition Committee.

PRODUCTION STAFF AND CREW

Production Staff

Stage Director............................................Kerry Jennings, Martina Goldring, Thalia Moore Music Director........................................Mark Salters, David Bergstedt, Zachary Lindquist, Mark Robson, Yuyoung Jeong Piano..................................................................................... Mark Salters, David Bergstedt Conductor.................................................................................................Zachary Lindquist Opera Assistants..................................................................Martina Goldring, Thalia Moore Stage Manager..............................................................................................Brooke Dengler Assistant Stage Manager......................................................................................Grace Coil Lighting Design............................................................................................... Noemi Barrera Projection/Scenic Design....................................................................................Adam Miller Production Manager...........................................................................................Mike August Production/Business Manager.......................................................... Jennifer Frauenzimmer Scenic Director and Mentor............................................................................... Fred Kinney Lighting Mentor................................................................................................Scott Bolman Stage Management Mentor............................................................................... Shay Garber Costume Shop.................................................................................. Terri Nista, Lori Koontz Sound Supervisor.................................................................................................. Jeff Lewis Sound Assistant.................................................................................................. Will Lemley ATD................................................................................................................... Jonathan Lay Master Electrician..................................................................................................Lois Bryan Prop Shop Manager............................................................................................... Bob West Scenic Design.................................................................................................. Carolyn Mraz

Crew

Ashley Beltran, Daniel Freeman, Brianna Kowalewski, Jason Austin Magallanes, Lucian Manicone, Shin Mizutamari, Tatiana Noorzad, Korie Smith

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To Our Voice Faculty Mark Goodrich (coordinator), Patricia Prunty, James Martin Schaefer, Susan Montgomery-Kinsey, Linda Leyrer, Rebecca Tomlinson, Krystle Menendez, and Courtney Taylor

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DONOR APPLAUSE

The College of the Arts extends its heartfelt gratitude to the following patrons who have supported our students and programs this past year through a generous gift of $1,000 or more to the College, the School of Music, Department of Theatre & Dance, and/or the Department of Visual Arts.**

$1,000,000 + Anonymous $100,000+ Chapman University The Andy Warhol Foundation $25,000+ Alliance for the Performing Arts Anonymous Lee C. Begovich Johnny Carson Foundation Leo Freedman Foundation Robin and Steve Kalota Music Associates Frank and John Olsen Frank J. and Jean Raymond John VanWey $10,000+ Art Alliance Affordable Housing Access Inc. The Blackbaud Giving Fund Marilyn D. Carlson Darryl Curran Dwight Richard Odle Foundation Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund J.P. Morgan Charitable Giving Fund Ellen and Bill Groves Marianne Kreter Eleanore and James L. Monroe Michael L. Mavrovouniotis Dr. Katherine S. Powers and Håkan O. Rosengren Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund Sue and Dr. Edward A. Sullivan The Thorsen Family $5,000+ Drs. Voiza and Joseph Arnold Dr. Marc R. Dickey Desiree Engel Friends of Jazz MaryLouise and Ed Hlavac Morningside of Fullerton

Norma Morris Jill Kurti Norman Orange County Community Foundation Terri and Bob Niccum Douglas G. Stewart $1,000+ Judy L. Atwell Betsy and Eric Azariah Lucina and John Brennan Janet & Allen Bridgford Irene Chinn Stephen W. Collier and Joann Driggers William S. Cornyn CEC Artslink D. Barry Schmitt Revocable Trust Susan and Richard Dolnick Lucetta A. Dunn Shawna and Greg Ellis Dr. Anne Fingal Evelyn K. Francuz Fullerton Families and Friends Marsha Gallavan Jacquelyn Garrabrant Annette L. and Leon J. Gilbert Renee and John Gillespie Susan-Ellen Gilmont Dr. Mark J. Goodrich Dr. Margaret F. Gordon Susan Hallman Theresa Harvey James L. Henriques Trevor E. Illingworth Dr. Robert Istad Michelle Jordan Gladys M. Kares Gwendolyn and Carlos C. Leija John M. Martelli and Paul Coluzzi Karen and George Mast Thelma and Earl Mellott Sylvia Megerdichian Mary E. Moore Patricia and Carl Miller Betty Murphy

Ann and Douglas Myles Yoshino and Ujinobu Niwa Debra L. Noble L. Palin Kerry and John Phelps The Presser Foundation Deanna and Arie Passchier Sheila Pinkle Sharon and Dr. Anil K. Puri Mary and Jerry R. Reinhart Renaissance Charitable Foundation Nancy and Robert Rennie Christine Rhoades Sandra and David Rhone Dr. Stephen M. Rochford Ann and Thad Sandford D. Barry Schmitt Louise P. Shamblen Martha Shaver Ingrid R. Shutkin Lorena L. Sikorski Carol Smith Sparkman Janet L. Smith Dodo V. Standring Robert Van Sternberg Douglas Stewart Verne Wagner Dr. Sean E. Walker Debra Winters Richard Wulff YourCause, LLC

Very special care has been given to the preparation of this donor listing.

Please contact Ann Steichen at (657) 278-7124 with questions or concerns. **Gifts received from July 1, 2021 through September 2022

ONTIVEROS SOCIETY The Ontiveros Society includes individuals who have provided a gift for Cal State Fullerton through their estate plan. Our deep appreciation is extended to the following Ontiveros Society members, whose gifts will benefit the students and mission of the College of the Arts: Anonymous John Alexander Lee & Dr. Nicholas A.* Begovich Gail & Michael Cochran Marc R. Dickey Joann Driggers Betty Everett Carol J. Geisbauer & John* Geisbauer Sophia & Charles Gray MaryLouise & Ed Hlavac Gretchen Kanne

Dr. Burton L. Karson Anne L. Kruzic* Loreen & John Loftus Alan A. Mannason* William J. McGarvey* Dr. Sallie Mitchell Eleanore P. & James L. Monroe Lynn & Robert Myers Dwight Richard Odle* Sherry & Dr. Gordon Paine Dr. June Pollak & Mr. George Pollak*

Dr. Stephen M. Rochford Mary K. & William Sampson Douglas G. Stewart Andrea J. & Jeffrey E. Sward Richard J. Taylor Verne Wagner Richard Wulff Dr. James D. & Dottie Young* *deceased

The College of the Arts Proudly Recognizes the 300+ Members of Our

VOLUNTEER SUPPORT GROUPS

ART ALLIANCE: Art Alliance promotes excellence and enjoyment in the visual arts, and their fundraising efforts contribute to student scholarship, gallery exhibitions, opening receptions and sculpture acquisition on campus.

Special support and event underwriting Fay Colmar John DeLoof

Joann Driggers & Steve Collier Loraine Walkington

ALLIANCE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS: The Alliance for the Performing Arts (formerly MAMM) benefits performing arts students through underwriting visiting artists; special theatre, dance, and music performances; and other unique experiences for members.

Special support and event underwriting Judy Atwell Drs. Voiza & Joe Arnold Ebell Club of Fullerton

Dr. Margaret Faulwell Gordon Norma Morris Richard Odle Estate

Kerry & John Phelps Jeanie Stockwell Verne Wagner

MUSIC ASSOCIATES: Music Associates maintains a tradition of active involvement and community support, and raises scholarship funds for School of Music students through annual fundraising events and membership dues.

Special support and event underwriting Marilyn Carlson Evelyn K. Francuz Sandy & Norm Johnson Marti & Bill Kurschat Karen & George Mast

Thelma & Earl Mellott Bettina Murphy Grace & Ujinobu Niwa Kerry & John Phelps Mary & Jerry Reinhart

Ann & Thad Sandford Dodo V. Standring Carolyn & Tom Toby John Van Wey

MORE INFORMATION: Erika Ochoa • 657-278-8683 There are many ways to support the College of the Arts, the School of Music, Department of Theatre and Dance, and Department of Visual Arts

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COLLEGE OF THE ARTS • SELECT EVENTS | FALL 2022 Why Women Went West Sat., Sept.17, 2022 • Meng Concert Hall

University Symphony Orchestra Sun., November 13 • Meng Concert Hall

Fullerton Jazz Orchestra & Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble Sat., October 1 • Meng Concert Hall

CSUF Symphonic Winds Fri., November 18 • Meng Concert Hall

¡Somos Titans! feat. Grammy Award-Winning Latin Jazz Artist, Poncho Sanchez Sun., October 2 • Meng Concert Hall Merrily We Roll Along October 7–22 • Little Theatre University Symphony Orchestra Sat., October 8 • Meng Concert Hall University Wind Symphony & CSUF Symphonic Winds “Moving Forward, Looking Back” Sun., October 9 • Meng Concert Hall

Cello Choir Fri., November 18 • Recital Hall Fall Dance Theatre: “Momentum” December 1–10 • Little Theatre Fullerton Jazz Orchestra Fri., December 2 • Meng Concert Hall University Wind Symphony Sat., December 3 • Meng Concert Hall Titan Voices & Singing Titans Mon., December 5 • Meng Concert Hall

Tuesday Matinée: Students in performance Tuesdays: Oct. 18, Nov. 15, and Dec. 6 1 pm • Recital Hall

Fullerton Jazz Chamber Ensemble & Fullerton Latin Ensemble, feat. Alex Norris, trumpet Tues., December 6 • Meng Concert Hall

Blue Stockings October 21–November 5 • Hallberg Theatre

University Band Wed., December 7 • Meng Concert Hall

David O. Thorsen Tribute Concert feat. the CSUF University Singers, Concert Choir and Thorsen Alumni Singers Sat., October 22, 2022 • Meng Concert Hall

Deck the Hall at Cal State Fullerton! with the University Symphony Orchestra, University Singers, CSUF Concert Choir, Titan Voices and Singing Titans December 10, 11 • Meng Concert Hall

Ning An, piano & Dennis Kim, violin Wed., October 26 • Meng Concert Hall Opera Scenes November 3–5, November 6 • Recital Hall She Kills Monsters November 10–December 3 • Hallberg Theatre

A L SO TH IS FA L L

Begovich Visual Arts Lecture Series Virtual conversations with leading artists.

Phil Chang | 11/14 COM PLETE INFOR MATION & LINK S

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