THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Book by Kyle Jarrow
Original Songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alex Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants, T.I. And Songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny & Andy Paley
Additional Lyrics by Jonathan Coulton
Additional Music by Tom Kitt
Musical Production Conceived by Tina Landau
©2023 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Created by Stephen Hillenburg
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
First performed at Paddock School, Palatine, April 25, 2025
Characters in Order of Appearance
Patchy the Pirate/Sardine 6
Security Guard 1/Sardine 1
Security Guard 2/ Sardine 2
French Narrator
SpongeBob Squarepants
Patrick Star
Squidward
Sandy Cheeks
Eugene H. Krabs
Sheldon J. Plankton
Karen the Computer
Mr. Mayor
Mrs. Puff
Larry the Lobster
Old Man Jenkins
Pearl Krabs
Perch Perkins
SpongeBob Squarepants
Sardine 3
Sardine 4
Sardine 5
Electric Skate 1
Electric Skate 2
Electric Skate 3
Johnny
Buster Bluetang
Gary the Snail
Aadya Bheemarasetti
Mia Ayala Castelan *
- Olamide Olaigbe*
- Ellie VanHorn
- Kanykei Imanalieva*
- Lana Hebert
- Julia Conneely
- Cameron Pannhausen
- Eliza Lorenzen
- Miho Kawasaki
- Aarnav Menon
- Brendan Oberg
- Claire Carey
- Joe Jose
- Eliana Criner
- Anvay Shah
- Adem Abdic
- Eleanor Schwark
- Ada Sack
- Ben Jopa
- Chloe Alves Lin*
- Sampriti Magesh
- Erin Lee
- Lucy Fornero*
- Caitlynne Kim*
- Violet McBride*
- Henry Larson*
- Preston Sayre*
- Kate Richter*
Ensemble
Sofia Henson*
Cora Kuhnen
Aashika Chakka * Abigail Neska*
Maeve Cunningham
Ranya Darras*
Ella Ferguson*
Hayley Nolen
Shayna Patel*
*Denotes Paddock Premiere Performance
Hazel Read*
Evan Shellberg*
Parker Thomas*
Jasper VanHorn*
Aadhya Vemula*
Scenes
The performance will last about two hours with a 15 minute intermission between acts one and two.
Time: Present Day
Place: Bikini Bottom at the bottom of the Ocean
Act 1
Scene1- Bikini Bottom - Bikini Bottom Day – The Town (by Jonathan Coulton)
Scene2– Krusty Krab - Bikini Bottom Day Reprise – SpongeBob (by Jonathan Coulton)
Scene3- Bikini Bottom - No Control – Perch Perkins, The Town (by David Bowie and Brian Eno)
Scene4– Patrick’s Rock - BFF – SpongeBob, Patrick (by Plain White Ts)
Scene5- Bikini Bottom Town Square - When the Going Gets Tough – Plankton, The Town (by T.I., Domani Harris and Darwin Quinn) (Just a) Simple Sponge – SpongeBob, Mr. Krabs, Sponges (by Panic! At the Disco)
Scene6– Bikini Bottom
Scene7– Krusty Krab - Daddy Knows Best – Mr. Krabs, Pearl (by Alex Ebert of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros)
Scene8- Chum Bucket/ Krusty Krab
Scene9– Patrick’s Rock
Scene10– Bikini Bottom
Scene11– Jellyfish Fields - Hero Is My Middle Name – SpongeBob, Sandy, Patrick (by Cyndi Lauper and Rob Hyman)
Scene12– Bikini Bottom - Super Sea Star Savior – Patrick, Sardines (by Yolanda Adams)
Tomorrow Is – The Town (by The Flaming Lips)
Intermission
(Approximately fifteen minutes- Please visit the lobby for refreshments and enter our 50/50 raffle all raffle proceeds go into Paddock Stage Productions.)
Act 2
Scene1– Patchy Interruption - Poor Pirates – Patchy, Pirates (by Sara Bareilles)
Scene2 - The Pineapple - Bikini Bottom Day Reprise – SpongeBob, (by Jonathan Coulton)
Scene3– Bikini Bottom
Scene4– Chum Bucket
Scene5– Bikini Bottom Bandshell - Bikini Bottom Boogie – The Electric Skates, Pearl, Fans (by Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith)
Scene6– Mount Humongous - Chop to the Top – Sandy, SpongeBob (by Lady Antebellum)
Scene7 – Bikini Bottom/Mount Humongous - (I Guess I) Miss You – SpongeBob, Patrick (by John Legend)
Scene8– Bikini Bottom Bandshell - I’m Not a Loser – Squidward, Sea Anemones (by They Might Be Giants)
Scene9– Chum Bucket
Scene10– Bikini Bottom Bandshell
Scene11– Mount Humongous/ Chum Bucket - Simple Sponge Reprise – SpongeBob (by Panic! At the Disco)
Scene12– Bikini Bottom - Best Day Ever – SpongeBob, The Town (by Andy Paley and Tom Kenny)
Finale: Bikini Bottom Day Reprise – The Town (by Jonathan Coulton)
Bows
The SpongeBob Theme Song – All (by Derek Drymon, Mark Harrison, Stephen Hillenburg and Blaise Smith)
Artistic Roster
Artistic Director and Stage Manager – Andre Zielinski
Music Director – Melanie Madsen
Choreographer – Kristine Stickney
Assistant Directors – Rhianna Christensen, Casey Fink
Wardrobe – Hema Bheemarasetti, Stethia Criner, Monica Henson, Karen Kuhnen, Jill Lorenzen, Kate Read , Vrinda Santhosh
Stage Crew – Ryan Gebhardt, Mason Getz, Eliza Karns, Oliver Read, Laurelle Varilla,
Set Design – Andre Zielinski
Set Construction Crew
Eliana Criner, Sean Gallagher, Ben Jopa, Jocelyn Jopa, Mike Jopa, Mika Kawasaki, Yohei Kawasaki, Erin Lee, Krystal Lee, Soo Lee, Aarnav Menon, Brendan Oberg, Doug Oberg, Melissa Oberg, Ben Pannhausen, Cam Pannhausen, Greg Pannhausen, Ryan Pannhausen, Hazel Read, Kate Read, Oliver Read, Vrinda Santhosh, Andrew Schwark, Dean Schwark, Eleanor Schwark, Margot Schwark, Rosa Schwark, Lindsey Thomas, Parker Thomas, Sam Thomas
Sound – Joselyn Golden and Kenney Kuhnen
Lights – Zoe Criner
Playbill Cover – Isa Zielinski and Andre Zielinski
Playbill Photography – Julie Monacella Photography
Bio Board Head Shots – Julie Monacella Photography
Special Thanks
Paddock School Ensemble would like to thank the following for their support in helping this production.
Jason Christ and Mike Wierman for their endless support of the Arts Program
PTA for their endless support of all of the staff and children.
Costumes – Stethia Criner – For her magical sewing abilities
Fan-o-grams Committee - Jean Carey, Kyla Shellberg,
Construction Committee- Eliana Criner, Sean Gallagher, Ben Jopa, Jocelyn Jopa, Mike Jopa, Mika Kawasaki, Yohei Kawasaki, Erin Lee, Krystal Lee, Soo Lee, Aarnav Menon, Brendan Oberg, Doug Oberg, Melissa Oberg, Ben Pannhausen, Cam Pannhausen, Greg Pannhausen, Ryan Pannhausen, Hazel Read, Kate Read, Oliver Read, Vrinda Santhosh, Andrew Schwark, Dean Schwark, Eleanor Schwark, Margot Schwark, Rosa Schwark, Lindsey Thomas, Parker Thomas, Sam Thomas
Concessions Committee – April Conneely, Kim Cunnigham, Juliana Darras, Shawn Richter, Susie Richter, Natalie Sayre, Ross Sayre
Front of House - Kristy Higley
Opening Night Setup – Abby and Stan Ferguson
CARE –for your flexibility with our rehearsal schedule.
Custodians- Ricardo Juarez, Jason Corso, and for their generous assistance in preparing the stage and seats.
Superintendent Dr. Laurie Heinz
The Board of Education - Lisa Beth Szczupaj - President, Frank J. Annerino - Vice President, Anthony Wang - Secretary, Samantha Bray Ader, Wenda Hunt, Zubair Khan, James Taylor,
Special thanks to all the other people behind the scenes; building/painting/promoting, etc. We regret any errors or omissions as of printing April 10, 2025.
Sponsors/Supporters
Paddock School Ensemble appreciates gifts from the following individuals, foundations, and businesses. Their support is vital to our success. Listings include contributors whose gifts were received between Dec 1 2024 and April 1, 2025.
We are thankful for the support from the families and businesses
This performance is made possible by their generous contribution to the Arts at Paddock
Platinum Sponsor $300 and up.
Anonymous
Carey Family
Conneely Family
Cornerstone National Bank and Trust
Criner Family
Hebert Family
Panhausen Family
Sayre Family
Schwark Family
Silver Sponsor $100 - $300
Abdic Family
Cunningham Family
Read Family
Bronze Sponsor up to $100
Anonymous
Production Benefactors
A Production benefactors consists of those esteemed supporters who have designated special gifts that allow this production and will ensure Paddock School’s Dramatic Arts Program’s
Julie Monacella Photography
Julia,
We are so proud of you and your hard work and dedication! It’s always The Best Day Ever when we get to see you performing on stage, and we cannot wait to see you shine in your last Paddock production! Break a leg!
We love you, Dad, Mom, and Hailey
Mr. Z., we cannot thank you enough for inspiring both Julia and Hailey to fall in love with performing! You’ve made an indelible impact on their lives, and we are forever grateful!
Facilities and Services
Patrons are urgently reminded to check that their cellular phones, pagers, and electronic beepers (including watches) are SWITCHED OFF before the performance begins
Cameras/Phones: Please no flash photography during the performance. Please set your phone to airplane mode and switch to silent mode.
FIRST AID
– In case of illness or injury, please inform an usher, who will call the house manager and if necessary 911 for assistance.
NO SMOKING POLICY
– In compliance with the City of Palatine ordinance, Paddock School Ensemble enforces a no smoking policy throughout the school/theater. Thank you for your cooperation
EMERGENCY EXIT
– Walk, do not run, to the nearest marked exit which is the shortest route to the street.
(Characters in Order of Appearance)
Olamide Olaigbe – Patchy the Pirate/ Sardine 6
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Olamide is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob. Olamide would like to thank her family for all her support and encouragement.
Ellie VanHorn – Security Guard 1/Sardine 1
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Graygoatee/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Ellie is excited to be a part of Paddock’s production of SpongeBob the Musical. This is her second performance of the year. She last performed as a pirate “Graygoatee” in the fall play Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure. Outside of school, you can find Ellie in another musical at a local dance studio preforming Willy Wonka Kids where she plays an Umpa Lumpa and a squirrel. She loves preforming, dancing, and gymnastics and dreams of being famous one day. Ellie would like to thank her family for all their support.
Kanykei Imanalieva – Security Guard 2/ Sardine 2
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Abigail Parker/Firecatcher
Kanykei is very happy to have this opportunity to work with Paddock School “SpongeBob” musical. Thank you to my parents that encouraged me no matter what along the way.
Lana Hebert – French Narrator
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Bartholomew Rat #1/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Lana, a fourth-grade student in Mrs. Hunt's class, is ecstatic to return to the Paddock stage, this time as the French Narrator in Spongebob The Musical! Lana balances her academic life with an array of extracurriculars, including Fremd Feeder Basketball, chorus, and Drama Club. This animal-loving, multi-talent also enjoys playing piano, baking cookies, and honing her comedic one-liners.
"Thank you, Mom and Dad (and sometimes big brothers) for always supporting me. I love you."
Julia Conneely – SpongeBob Squarepants
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: J. Thaddeus Toad #2/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Julia is so excited to be playing "SpongeBob #1" in Paddock’s production of SPONGEBOB SQUAREPANTS: THE MUSICAL! In the fall, Julia had a blast playing "Mr. Toad #2" in MR. TOAD'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE, her first production at Paddock. Julia would like to send a GIANT “thank you” to Mr. Z for sharing his love of the arts and pushing her to her full potential and Ms. Fink & Ms. Christensen for their energy and enthusiasm. Julia would also like to thank her sister, Hailey, for being an incredible role model and for sharing her love of singing and acting. Lastly, Julia sends love and gratitude to her friends and family for always supporting her.
Cameron Pannhausen – Patrick Star
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Blackbeard/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Cameron feels like this is a dream come true! He is thrilled to play the role of Patrick Star in Spongebob the Musical and bring his goofy character to life. Cameron was last seen playing Blackbeard in Mr Toads Excellent Adventure at Paddock in the fall. Cameron is a very curious and wholehearted 5th grader who loves reading, playing baseball and soccer, along with video games, building things and spending time with friends and family. Cameron would like to extend his gratitude to Mr Z for believing in him and inspiring him to pursue his new found love of theater, and to Ms Fink and Ms Christensen for encouraging him along this journey with support and guidance. Lastly, he would like to thank his parents and little brothers for all their love, encouragement, and for helping him with his lines and songs. Cameron is excited to do more theater in the future!
Eliza Lorenzen – Squidward
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: French Solider 1/Peter Pan/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Eliza is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and encouragement
Miho Kawasaki - Sandy Cheeks
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Mole E. Teach/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure, Ensemble/ Peter Pan: A New Musical Miho is so excited to be playing "Sandy Cheeks" in the musical THE SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL. She realized she loved acting when she was in 4th grade. She was "Ensemble" in PETER PAN and "Mole 1" in MR.TOAD'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE at Paddock. Miho would like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her love for acting. Her family is always proud of her for being brave enough to perform. Miho and one of her best friends audition for shows at Paddock after they did the show, PETER PAN. She would also like to thank all the people who help out with the shows that made her love what she does.
Aarnav Menon – Mr. Eugene H. Krabs
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Angus McBadger #1 / Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Aarnav is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. He would like to thank his family and friends for their support and encouragement.
Brendan Oberg- Sheldon J. Plankton
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Marlowe/Robin/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Brendan is very excited to be back on the Paddock stage, where he last performed as “Marlowe/Robin” in MR. TOAD’S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE. His other favorite roles, all with Setting the Stage in Arlington Heights, include: “Bors/Finland Singer” in SPAMALOT, “Iago” in ALADDIN and “Snoopy” in YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN. When he’s not performing onstage, you can find Brendan playing travel soccer, listening to rock music, or playing video games. Brendan would like to thank his friends and cast mates for their ongoing support and Mr. Z. for giving him the opportunity to play a main character with a lot of lines.
Claire Carey – Karen the Computer
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: French Solider 2/Maddix Parker/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Joe Jose – Mr. Mayor
Claire is thrilled to be back with Paddock School Ensemble for the second time. She is so excited to play a sarcastic, somehow waterproof computer in SPONGEBOB THE MUSICAL. Big thanks to Mr. Z. for helping her discover a love of theater. Thanks to her mom for birthing her; her dad for letting her watch inappropriate comedy shows; her sister for always having her back; and her grandma for being her #1 fan!
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Chuck/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Joe is thrilled to be part of Sponge Bob Musical! Having previously performed as a Pirate in Mr. Toad's Excellent Adventure has given Joe the confidence to take on this exciting new role. Joe want to express heartfelt gratitude to his parents, who consistently go above and beyond to support whether it’s by financing costumes and accessories or rearranging their schedules to make sure he can attend rehearsals. Your unwavering support means the world to me. A special thanks goes out to Mr. Z and his incredible team for giving me this wonderful opportunity to shine in Sponge Bob Musical.
Brendan,
We are so proud of how much you have grown in confidence as an actor. You are a natural on stage. You worked so hard on your SpongeBob audition and getting cast as Plankton in your final Paddock show is an amazing accomplishment. We can’t wait to see your Evil Genius, Giant Brain on stage!
Love,
Mom, Dad, and Caitlyn
Eliana Criner – Mrs. Puff
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Mole E. Teach #2 / Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Eliana is delighted to participate in another Paddock School Ensemble production. She is in 4th grade and enjoys playing piano, reading, watching TV and playing with her sister, Zoe. Her past theater performances include “Christopher Robin” in Winnie the Pooh and “Magic Hairbrush” in Twice Upon a Time, both with the Palatine Park District Rising Stars Youth Theater. She also played “Mole 2” in Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure with the Paddock School Ensemble. Eliana would like to thank her mom, dad, sister and entire family for their endless support, encouragement and love. She would also like to thank Mr. Zielinski, Ms. Fink and Ms. Christensen for sharing their love of theater with the entire cast.
Anvay Shah – Larry the Lobster
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Burbage/Anakin/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Anvay is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. He would like to thank his family and friends for their support and encouragement
Adem Abdic – Old Man Jenkins
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: J. Thaddeus Toad #1 / Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure, Ensemble/ Peter Pan: A New Musical
Adem is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. He would like to thank his family and friends for their support and encouragement
Eleanor Schwark –Pearl Krabs
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Bartholomew Rat #2 / Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure, Pots/ Peter Pan: A New Musical
Eleanor is excited to be in SpongeBob The Musical. This is her last time being in a performance at Paddock. She was last seen playing "Rat" in Mr. Toad's Excellent Adventure. During her free time she likes to read, play the violin and piano, hang out with her family, and be outdoors. She would like to thank her friends for supporting her, her Mom and Dad because she wouldn't be here without them, and Mr. Z for all the amazing productions he's made.
Ada Sack – Perch Perkins
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Maroonmustache / Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure Ada is thrilled to be in the Sponegbob Musical. She was in MR. TOAD'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE in the fall and played the role "MaroonMustache." Ada likes to draw, read, play outside and talk with friends in her free time. She loves singing and socializing with others around her. Thank you, Mom, Dad, friends and the directors of the Paddock theatre program for your support.
Ben Jopa – SpongeBob Squarepants
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Ben is thrilled to share the role of SpongeBob SquarePants in today’s production. He previously played “Sir Robin” in the musical comedy SPAMALOT at the Metropolis Theatre and performed “Always Look in the Bright Side of Life” for actor John Cleese on WGN Morning News. Ben was also “Charlie Brown” in the Metropolis Theatre production of A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS. In his free time he enjoys playing the Ukelele, baseball, and video games. Ben thanks his family for always being his #1 fans!
Chloe Alves Lin – Sardine 3
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Chloe is thrilled to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical! She has loved every moment of rehearsing and performing with this amazing cast. She sends a big thank-you to her family and friends for their encouragement and support. Enjoy the show!
Sampritti Magesh - Sardine 4
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Roman Citizen 2/Pirate 2/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Erin Lee – Sardine 5
Sampriti is so excited and happy to be working with the Paddock School Ensemble where she was last seen playing "Roman Citizen 2 and Pirate 2" in the play Mr.Toads Excellent Adventure. She is in 5th grade and is very happy that she got to be a part of this musical.In her free time she likes to bake, play Volleyball and Table Tennis, play Roblox and hang out with her friends. One of her favorite movies is Wicked. She thanks her family and friends for supporting her in both the shows this school year. She would also like to thank Mr.Z, Ms.Christensen and Ms.Fink.
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Octavius/Elphaba/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Erin is a 5th grader at Paddock! This is her first year here, and her 2nd show here. She has been in a play, but never a musical. She is so excited! Erin was last seen playing "Maximus/Elphaba" in Mr. Toad's Exellent Adventure. She would like to thank Mr. Z for opening up a chance to act. These have changed her dreams from being president, to being an architecture to want to be an actress. When she's not chasing her dreams, Erin likes to practice her piano skills or practice her many sports such as figure skating, swimming, and skiing. Her favorite subject is art, and her favorite accedemic subject is math. Wow, she's busy! Erin loves the shows so much, she even missed out on her figure skating show! Her favorite movie is wicked, as she was seen playing "Elphaba" in the play. A special "thank you!" to the entire cast of the play and the entire cast of the musical for making the shows glorious and fun, her parents for supporting her, sometimes her younger sister, Mr. Z for making her dreams possible, Ms. Fink and Christensen for helping and doing makeup for all of us, Mrs. Madsen for helping with the singing and the musical, and all her friends for supporting her and comforting her. She'll do anything to help!
Lucy Fornero – Electric Skate 1
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Lucy is very excited to be in her first Paddock production. This is her first musical but she enjoyed two years of musical theater dance. Lucy plays softball and enjoys time with her friends and family in her free time. Thank you to Mom and Dad, for your love and always being there to help me.
Caitlynne Kim– Electric Skate 2
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Caitlynne is happy and joyed to be working in a production for her first time. She as been in little plays out of school at her church. She had a role in the Christmas show at her church as an angel. She likes to read, do gymnastics, sleep and other things. She has done gymnastic for about 1 year but stopped doing it. She still does it at home or during recess. She is thankful for her family to support and help her all the time.
Violet McBride – Electric Skate 3
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Violet McBride is very excited to be participating in her first musical production, Spong Bob: The Musical. She would like to thank Mr. Z for the opportunity, as well as her fellow production team members and her entire family (Mom, Dad, Ben, Reba, Grandma, Papa ChooChoo, Cha Cha, and Papa) for all of their support!
A huge shout out to Adem for all his months of hard work this musical. We are so incredibly
proud of you!
Love, Mom and Dad, and Hana
Henry Larson – Johnny
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Henry is excited to be in the Ensemble and playing "Johnny" in SPONGEBOB, which is his first Paddock School Production! Special thanks to his Mom and Dad for their support and love.
Preston Sayre – Buster Bluetang / Featured Dancer
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Preston is making his much anticipated acting debut in this year's musical. He has a passion for sports as much as for theatrics, playing basketball, football, baseball and lacrosse.
His dream one day is to become an NFL football player or actor. Preston would like to thank his family and puppy brothers for supporting him on this adventure.
Aadya Bheemarasetti – Ensemble / Featured Dancer
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Violetvandyke/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Aadya is pleased to work with Paddock School Ensemble when she was last seen playing Violet Vandyke in Mr.Toads Excellent Adventure. She likes playing Volleyball and is on Swim Team. She also has done dance since she was 3. Aadya also plays the Violin. She would like to thank her parents and her brother.
Mia Ayala Castelan – Ensemble/ Featured Dancer
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Mia is thrilled to be a part of the SpongeBob musical. She has not been in any other production but she is ecstatic to be a part of this one. In her free time Mia likes to read, crochet, and hang out with her friends. Mia would like to thank her parents for supporting and helping her throughout her time in the musical. She would also like to thank the directors and staff who worked really hard to put this production together.
Aashika Chakka – Ensemble
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Aashika is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and encouragement
Maeve Cunningham – Ensemble
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Silversoulpatch/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Maeve Cunningham is excited to perform as part of the ensemble in “The SpongeBob Musical”. Last fall, she debuted on stage in “Mr. Toad's Excellent Adventures” as "Silversoulpatch." Maeve is an Irish dancer and creative Snapchat enthusiast who has always dreamed of pursuing theater.
She expresses heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Z., Ms. Christensen, and Ms. Fink for their support and encouragement. Inspired by her motto, "Never give up on your dreams," Maeve eagerly brings that energy to the stage.
Ranya Darras – Ensemble
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Hello! Ranya is super excited to be working with paddock for the SPONGEBOB MUSICAL as an “ensemble”. She has not been in any other plays or musicals and this is her first one! In her free time she likes to, play Roblox, draw, read, and talk to her friends. She used to do ballet, but that is her only experience with dancing. Thank you to mom for being so supportive when Ranya decided to audition.
Ella Ferguson– Ensemble
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Ella is very excited to make her debut appearance as an ensemble member in SpongeBob the Musical at Paddock! When Ella is not on stage, she enjoys playing soccer and basketball, tumbling and being with her family and friends. She would like to thank her family and friends for all of the support that they have given her this year and throughout the musical experience.
Sofia Henson – Ensemble
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Sofia is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and encouragement
Cora Kuhnen – Ensemble
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Roman Citizen 3/ Pirate 3/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Cora is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and encouragement
Abigail Neska– Ensemble
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Abigail is new to the stage and very excited to be a part of the Paddock School Play. She has enjoyed learning about theater and making new friends in the program. In her free time, Abigail enjoys playing softball, doing gymnastics and being creative. She would like to thank her parents and her brother for their love and support.
Hayley Nolen – Ensemble / Featured Dancer
Previously at Paddock Ensemble: Field/Nicole Rader/ Mr. Toad’s Excellent Adventure
Hayley is so happy to be part of the cast for the Spongebob Musical! This is her second time on the stage, having been a cast member for MR. TOAD'S EXCELLENT ADVENTURE in the fall. Her years of dance experience will be on display on the stage during the spring musical, as she has been taking classes since she was 3 years old. When she's not dancing or on stage, you can find Hayley knee-deep in arts and crafts projects, or on Pinterest looking for craft ideas! Shout out to Grandma for taking Hayley to see Wicked and inspiring her to sing "Popular" for her audition. Thanks as always to dad for being her partner behind the scenes, running lines and giving tips. To Mom, for playing songs on repeat until Hayley had them memorized. And to Henry, for introducing Hayley to Spongebob in the first place!
Shayna Patel – Ensemble/Featured Dancer
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Shayna is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and encouragement
Hazel Read – Ensemble
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Hazel is thrilled to be in her first show with Paddock School Ensemble. Previously, Hazel has been seen as "Eel 2/Ensemble" in FINDING NEMO, as "Eeyore" in WINNIE THE POOH, and as "Snow Right/Pirate Idol Star" in YO HO HO AND A WAD OF GUM. Outside of theater, Hazel enjoys drawing and art, playing video games, her cats London & Paris, and spending time with her friends. She would like to thank Mom, Dad, her brother Oliver, Grandma and Grandpa for their love and support.
Kate Richter – Ensemble /Gary the Snail
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Kate is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and encouragement
Evan Shellberg – Ensemble/ Featured Dancer
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Evan is excited to be in his first theater production at Paddock. Outside of theater, Evan loves soccer, football, golf and spending time with his friends. Evan would like to thank his Mom, his Dad, his sister Addy and his dog Zeke for their support.
Parker Thomas – Ensemble
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
I am happy to be in a Paddock Play for the first time! I am excited to act the role of ensemble. I'm in fourth grade, and I have been in two plays with The Palatine Park District before (Yo ho ho and a wad of gum and Winnie the pooh). Some other things that I like to do besides acting is drawing, writing, reading, and playing with my friends. " Thank you, Mom and Dad, for your support and love."
Jasper VanHorn – Ensemble
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
SpongeBob the Musical is Jasper’s first role in a theatre production. He is excited to be part of the ensemble and experience something new. Jasper is also involved in Paddock’s 5th grade band where he plays trombone. He enjoys video games and football in his free time. You can find him rooting for his favorite team Baltimore Ravens. Jasper would like to thank his family for all their support and encouragement.
Aadhya Vemula – Ensemble
Paddock School Ensemble Debut
Aadhya is very excited to be in the production of SpongeBob: The Musical. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support and encouragement
To our magnifique French Narrator, Lana:
We are excited to see you perform in your first musical! So proud of you, always!! Keep shining brightly! Love, Mom, Dad, Miles & Edward.
Artistic Director: Andre Zielinski
This year marks a return to lighter shows. Both Mr. Toad and SpongeBob work their story around a character that is similar. Both are underestimated by the people that surround them but their positive attitude and never give up spirit allows them to overcome almost impossible odds. In SpongeBobs’s case he is an honest selfless character. He can come off as clueless. But it is his positive attitude that give him the drive and courage to conquer any adversity no matter how small or big it may be. He is looked upon as overly optimistic and thus discarded by the citizens of Bikini Bottom. It is only with the belief and support of his friends, Sandy and Patrick, that he is able to succeed. SpongeBob acts as the person who has eternal hope. The cast has worked very hard on trying to capture all the range of personalities that run in this show. And I am so proud of the growth they have made in portraying them on stage in front of an audience at such a young age. It amazes me the talent and dedication everyone put into their roles. I hope you enjoy this show as much as I did directing it.
Everyone who has volunteered or signed up for this journey has really gone above and beyond their role, because of that this show will be unforgettable to me. I want to thank Ms. Christensen, Ms. Fink, Mrs. Madsen and Mrs. Stickney; this could not have been done without them. They have been wonderful partners in this journey, and each have guided me and the cast with many words of wisdom over the past 4 months. Thanks to the cast, crew and parent volunteers who worked hours and hours making this the best show. Thank you to Stethia Criner and the whole costume committee who captured the look and feel of the world of SpongeBob. The task of doing this is magical and we could not have done this show without her dedication and skill. Thanks to Jason Christ, Mike Wierman, and the PTA, for their unending support. I would also like say a huge THANK YOU to my wife DeLynn, for supporting me through this production. My daughter Isa for wonderful logo and artistic guidance and for supporting me through this production. And lastly, thank you to my mother and father who introduced me and raised me in the world of stage and visual arts.
I would like to dedicate this show to my Father and Mother. Without their influence in my life this program would never had existed. My love and joy of performing with my parents onstage from the age of 4 is what created magical memories in my life. It was with that goal that I hoped to do so for a new generation of children in the Paddock Community. I am forever touched and inspired by their love and support. I love you. Hope you enjoy the show.
Production Staff
Ms. Christensen – Assistant Director
Miss Christensen is thrilled to be a part of her fifth Paddock production. At an early age, Miss Christensen grew a love for theater, being involved in her school choirs, plays, musicals, speech, and drama clubs. She is so excited to continue this passion into her teaching career!
Ms. Fink – Assistant Director
Miss Fink has been a part of theatre since she was in 4th grade - as a student! This is her sixth time assisting with a show at Paddock, which has fulfilled her lifelong dream of directing as an elementary teacher. She is so unbelievably proud of the hard work and dedication of each and every student in this show. Break a leg everyone!
Mrs. Madsen – Musical Director
Mrs. Madsen has loved the stage since the third grade and has wonderful memories from school and community theater productions. She is thrilled to be the Musical Director for SpongeBob, and this is her fourth production at Paddock.
Kristine Stickney – Choreographer
Kristine is so honored to be returning for her 8th year with the Paddock Musical! Mrs. Stickney holds a BA in Theatre Arts/Dance Performance from Northern Illinois University. She is the Co-Owner of That’s Entertainment Performing Arts here in Palatine where she teaches dance, voice & musical theatre. She also actively choreographs with many local theatres, most recently including ECC, 4Chairs, Metropolis, Pride Arts Chicago, Theatre Nebula, William Street Rep & Big Noise. Before settling down here in Palatine with her family, she performed professionally as a singer/dancer regionally with many Chicagoland theatres and throughout the country with Six Flags, Royal Caribbean & Walt Disney World. She is now a mom of 3 and absolutely loves sharing her joy and passion for the arts with her students.
Zoe Criner - Lights
Mason Getz – Running Crew
Eliza Karns- Sound SFX
Oliver Read- Follow Spot
Tech Crew
Ryan Gebhardt- Running Crew
Josyln Golden- Sound Mics
Kenny Kuhnen – Sound Mics
Laurelle Varilla- Prop Mistress
Rehearsal Photos
Rehearsal Photos
We are so impressed at what you have accomplished. Create the magic, stay energized, and give the audience a gift of a lifetime. Break a leg!
Tag you’re it!
Mr. Z
Ms. Christensen Ms. Fink
Autographs
