Show Program: Mamma Mia! - St. Jacobs Country Playhouse

land acknowledgement Drayton Entertainment acknowledges that we live, work, and create on land that has been home to many nations and peoples (acknowledged and unacknowledged, recorded and unrecorded).

The St. Jacobs Country Playhouse is situated on territory that is within the Haldimand Tract and Treaty 3 of 1792; we recognize its longstanding stewards and earliest storytellers: The Anishinabek The Attiwonderonk (Neutral)

JUSTIN TRUDEAU Prime Minister Canada

Dear Friends: I am pleased to extend my warmest greetings to everyone attending Drayton Entertainment’s 2022 season of live theatre.

Since 1991, Drayton Entertainment has entertained audiences across southwestern Ontario. I am certain that the many performances planned for this season will be enjoyed by everyone in attendance.

I would like to commend all those involved with Drayton Entertainment, both on the stage and behind the scenes, for sharing their talent and creativity. You can take pride in your contributions to Canada’s cultural heritage.

Please accept my best wishes for a memorable season.

Sincerely,

Justin Trudeau

The Rt. Hon. Justin P. J. Trudeau, P.C., M.P. Prime Minister of Canada

ELIZABETH DOWDESWELL Lieutenant Governor Ontario

Over the past few years, the Drayton Entertainment family — including all those on and off the stage, as well as its many loyal audience members — have made it through so many challenges.

Your efforts to continue delivering remarkable performances to Ontarians by virtual means is a story of innovation, resilience, and is an illustration of the power of the arts to help us heal, laugh, and persevere. As you welcome back patrons to your theatres for the 2022 Season, know that we have all been inspired by your good work to bring joy to others.

In this, the year of Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, the 70th Anniversary of her reign, we have the chance to celebrate service and our nation’s proud heritage. And so, I take this opportunity to thank all those at Drayton for supporting artistic expression, a vital part of what it means to be Canadian, and a part of our identity that is now more important than ever.

The entire 2022 Season promises to thrill, and I have no doubt that today’s performance will be a memorable one.

Enjoy the show!

Elizabeth Dowdeswell

Lieutenant Governor of Ontario

DOUG FORD Premier Ontario

I’m delighted to extend greetings to everyone taking part in Drayton Entertainment’s 2022 Season.

I want to thank all those who helped to make this exciting program a success, including everyone at Drayton Entertainment, as well as the performers, artists, sponsors, backstage crews, and front-of-house teams in Drayton, Cambridge, Grand Bend, Penetanguishene, and St. Jacobs.

I would also like to recognize the many keen theatregoers who are sure to enjoy this terrific opportunity to share in the magic of live theatre. Performing arts professionals and their audiences have facedtremendous challenges over the past two years, and I know we all look forward to once again engaging in these communal experiences.

Have a memorable and enjoyable season.

Doug Ford

Premier of Ontario

TIM LOUIS MP

Kitchener-Conestoga

As the Member of Parliament for Kitchener-Conestoga, proud home of two of Drayton Entertainment’s theatres, it is my honour to congratulate all those involved on a new season of the finest in live theatre. After two long years, I am thrilled to see the curtain rise again to welcome patrons back to the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse and St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre for a full season of entertainment.

As a professional musician myself, I have a great respect for the value that a thriving arts community brings to our society. We can be proud that Canadian artists, like those you’re about to enjoy, are among the most talented in the world; they help tell our stories and foster innovation through creativity.

On behalf of the Government of Canada, I wish you great success this season!

Tim Louis, MP

Kitchener-Conestoga

MIKE HARRIS MPP

Kitchener-Conestoga

As the MPP for Kitchener-Conestoga, it my pleasure to greet you as we together embark on another great year of entertainment.

I am amazed at Drayton Entertainment’s ability to capture the imagination of patrons and maintain its premier status through an impressive array of world-class and diverse productions.

These are only possible with the incredible knowledge and dedication of its performers, staff, volunteers, and patrons who altogether raise the bar year over year.

As we enter 2022, I wish Drayton Entertainment new heights of success as it continues to be a cultural trailblazer in our region and beyond.

Mike Harris, MPP

Kitchener-Conestoga

SANDY SHANTZ Mayor

Woolwich Township

On behalf of the Township of Woolwich, I am happy to welcome you to another season of Drayton Entertainment’s renowned live theatre.

Woolwich Township is the fastest-growing municipality in Waterloo Region, but that hasn’t stopped us from remembering our past while we continue to embrace our rich and evolving culture. Our many smaller communities each offer a unique experience, from the West Montrose covered bridge and St. Jacobs Market to our Regional Airport, national and international businesses, and scenic trails.

Woolwich offers residents and visitors alike new and exciting ways to experience a taste of both pastoral country living and thriving business communities. We hope you enjoy the hospitality, individuality, natural beauty and great theatre of our Township this season.

Sandy Shantz, Mayor Woolwich Township

duty of care Welcome back! Know that our number one priority is ensuring that you feel safe, comfortable, and confident with your decision to enjoy live theatre again. Our Duty of Care adheres to local and provincial health guidelines and is subject to change in response to current conditions throughout the season. We have been awarded the World Travel and Tourism Council/Tourism Industry Association of Ontario Safe Travels stamp for adopting proper, standardized health and hygiene protocols. This stamp is globally recognized as an indicator that enhanced COVID mitigation protocols are in place.

SEATING REMINDER The Government of Ontario has lifted restrictions for theatres, allowing for 100% capacity. However, we have surveyed our patrons a number of times over the last two years, and you've made it clear to us that you have different degrees of comfort. We want the return to live theatre to be as easy as possible for everyone. With that in mind, we have created show schedules with varying capacities and protocols that gradually change as the season progresses. You’ve already got tickets, so please double check and make sure you know the requirements for your chosen performance.

CLEANING & SANITIZATION Enhanced cleaning measures have been put into place before, during, and after every performance including increased cleaning of high-touch surfaces. We also ask that you use the hand sanitizer provided as you enter the theatre. Sanitizer can also be found at designated points throughout each venue.

HVAC/AIR FLOW/VENTILATION & PLEXIGLASS BARRIERS Our theatres are equipped with state-of-the-art mechanical ventilation systems that exchange the air in our public spaces every 15 minutes. Plexiglass barriers have been installed at our bars as well as our Box Offices.

KEEPING YOUR THEATRES SAFE Our artists, artisans, staff, and volunteers are fully vaccinated. Additional rules and protocols are in place to keep people safe in their work environment.

We encourage everyone to continue wearing masks.

hello, and Welcome!

Our doors are open, the stage lights are on, and we’re thrilled to finally welcome you back to the theatre. Whether you’re an avid theatregoer, or someone new to the wonders of the stage, we look forward to entertaining you as you take a break from real life and escape into a memorable live theatre experience.

There are hundreds of performances that will take centre stage during our 2022 Season at our theatres across the province of Ontario: the Drayton Festival Theatre, Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge, Huron Country Playhouse in Grand Bend, King’s Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishene, St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, and St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre.

Whether you love heartfelt musicals, laugh-out-loud comedies, thought-provoking dramas, Canadian content, or musical memoirs, there’s something for everyone, and so much to see … so come back soon, or explore another Drayton Entertainment venue!

We hope your trip to the theatre includes a visit to one of the friendly communities that surround each of our venues, as the hospitality and charm of each locale plays an integral role in the Drayton Experience®. From delicious dining and unique shopping, to comfortable accommodations and other interesting attractions, there are many ways to enhance your experience.

When you visit our neighbouring businesses, please be sure to tell them we sent you!

These last two years have been challenging, but they’ve also given us time to develop an exciting project – the Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy. We have seen firsthand the impact we have on the lives of young people through arts education. The world has changed significantly, and we must change with it by supporting a broader generational shift in our society. We will accomplish this by providing training opportunities to youth in the Drayton Entertainment brand of performing arts excellence.

Jump to the inside back page of this program for more information about our new Youth Academy, including summer camps for young people, and fall programs for kids and adults alike!

We cannot thank you enough for your unwavering support.

Although we continue to navigate this ongoing pandemic, we’re hopeful about the future. We know you love LIVE theatre as much as we do, so thank you for joining us in making wonderful memories this season. Years from now we’ll all talk about where we were, and what shows we saw, the year that theatre came back.

Enjoy the show!

Artistic Director Sponsor

Alex Mustakas

Artistic Director

welcome from the board president On behalf of our volunteer Board of Directors, thank you so much for joining us at the theatre. After everything we’ve all been through together over the last two years, it’s extra special and exciting to welcome you back in person to enjoy a live performance.

We are thrilled to finally share another season of great entertainment with you. Whether you’re here for a memorable musical, hilarious comedy, stirring drama, or family fun, get ready to be swept away by the magic of theatre. It is our passion for theatre that fuels us to continue delivering the high-quality performances and exceptional, friendly customer service that have become hallmarks of The Drayton Experience®.

In addition to the 15 professional productions offered this season, we are delighted to present many educational programs through the new Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy designed to give aspiring young performers the opportunity to hone their skills in a practical way. It is through programs like these that we foster inclusion, enthusiasm for arts and culture, and invest in the artists of tomorrow.

None of this would be possible without our Members, volunteers, sponsors, and of course, you, our devoted audience. We simply could not offer this array of professional productions and educational programs if it were not for your ongoing support.

Whether you are joining us from close by or far away, for the first time, or for the umpteenth year, thank you for supporting our not-for-profit charitable arts organization, and welcome. We look forward to entertaining you.

Patricia Ziegler-Ignor President Board of Directors

Drayton Entertainment Board of Directors President Patricia Ziegler-Ignor Vice President Willy Heffner

Past President Brent Ravelle

Member-At-Large Ab Hesselink

Neil Aitchison Greg Durocher Tony Mohr

Directors Bryan Beattie John C. Green Bruce Schieck

Brad Carr Cheryl James Everton Wilmot

Secretary/Treasurer Bob Bignell

Music and Lyrics by

Benny Andersson Björn Ulvaeus and some songs with Stig Anderson Book by Catherine

Johnson Craymer

Originally Conceived by Judy

Mamma Mia! was originally produced in London by Judy Craymer, Richard East and Björn Ulvaeus for Littlestar in association with Universal.

Additional Material & Arrangements by Martin

Koch

Music Published by Universal Music Publishing Group and EMI Grove Park Music Inc. and EMI Waterford Music Inc.

Director & Choreographer David Connolly

Music Director Mark Camilleri Set Designer Brandon Kleiman

Costume Designer Rachel Berchtold

Lighting Designer Jeff JohnstonCollins

Stage Manager Catriona MacFarlane

Assistant Stage Manager Kelly Boudreau

Assistant Stage Manager Sadie Wannamaker

Assistant Choreographer Christine Watson

The Company

(In Alphabetical Order)

George Absi Vinnie Alberto Hailey Balaz Kyle Blair AJ Bridel

Nicola Dawn Brook Louise Camilleri Mark Harapiak Will Jeffs Caulin Moore

Hadley Mustakas Jackie Mustakas Stephen Sparks Sash Striga Mirabella Sundar Singh

Preston Vendramin Lukas Vernon Trayvon Ward Christine Watson Blythe Wilson

MAMMA MIA! Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com The video and audio recording of this performance by any means whatsoever is strictly prohibited.

musical numbers Act One Overture/Prologue.......................................................................................Sophie Honey, Honey...............................................................................................Sophie, Ali, Lisa Money, Money, Money................................................................................Donna, Tanya, Rosie, Pepper Thank You for the Music...............................................................................Sophie, Sam, Harry, Bill Mamma Mia.................................................................................................Donna Chiquitita......................................................................................................Donna, Tanya, Rosie Dancing Queen.............................................................................................Donna, Tanya, Rosie Lay All Your Love on Me...............................................................................Sky, Sophie Super Trouper...............................................................................................Donna, Tanya, Rosie Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)......................................Female Ensemble The Name of the Game................................................................................Sophie, Bill Voulez-Vous..................................................................................................Company

Act two Entr’acte.......................................................................................................Orchestra Under Attack.................................................................................................Sophie One of Us......................................................................................................Donna SOS ..............................................................................................................Donna, Sam Does Your Mother Know..............................................................................Tanya, Pepper Knowing Me, Knowing You...........................................................................Sam Our Last Summer..........................................................................................Harry, Donna Slipping Through My Fingers........................................................................Donna, Sophie The Winner Takes It All.................................................................................Donna Take a Chance on Me....................................................................................Rosie, Bill I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do..............................................................................Sam, Donna I Have a Dream.............................................................................................Sophie

SETTING A Twenty-Four Hour Period During The Summer Of 1999.

The Fictional Greek Island Of Kalokairi.

the company (in alphabetical order) George Absi (Ensemble) Drayton Entertainment: Kinky Boots, Sleeping Beauty: The Panto, Disney’s Newsies, Priscilla Queen of the Desert. Other Theatre: Mamma Mia! (Aquarius/Western), Beauty and the Beast (Neptune), Just Rock/Formidable (Carnival), Notre Dame De Paris (Betty Oliphant). Film/TV: Once Upon A Time (ABC), Schitt’s Creek (Netflix), Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu), Zoeys Ex. Playlist (NBC), Let’s Go Luna (PBS Kids), Full Out (Netflix), Cirque Du Soleil, Cirque Eloise, Canada’s Got Talent (choreographer), Ukulele U (ass. Choreographer), Cineplex, Tim Hortons and Pizza Hut commercials. International artists: Psy (MMVAs), Deborah Cox, Fefe Dobson, Classified. A.D./Choreographer (T.D.C Ent.). Love/Thanks: my agent, family and friends.

Vinnie Alberto (Sky) Drayton Entertainment debut. Other Theatre: Ensemble in The Wizard of Oz (Rainbow Stage - upcoming), Deacon in Destination Wedding! (Musical Stage Company), Sebastian in Twelfth Night: The Musical, Lead Dancer in Working Title (Theatre Sheridan). Vinnie (he/him) is a multidisciplinary Métis storyteller, singer, actor, dancer, and creator raised in Winnipeg which resides on Treaty One Territory. Vinnie is a graduate of Sheridan College’s Honours Bachelor of Music Theatre Performance Program, class of 2022.

Vinnie is an advocate that BIPOC voices need to be heard and valued in theatre and beyond. Welcome back to live theatre and enjoy the show! #EveryChildMatters @vinniealberto

Hailey Balaz (Ensemble) Drayton Entertainment debut. Other Theatre (selected): Cellblock Tango Reimagined (EveryBody On Stage), Jiggijump Beach Party (Education Arts Canada), The Astrology Play (Toronto Fringe), Tess in Crazy for You, Ralph in Kiss Me Kate, Jean in My Bonnie Lass (Theatre Sheridan). Hailey is an extremely proud graduate of The Etobicoke School of the Arts and Sheridan College. A huge thank you to her incredible family, Cat Ladies and partner who have supported her endlessly through all the ups and downs. She dedicates this performance to Paul Aikens, without whom she wouldn’t be on this stage. Web: www.haileybalaz.ca

Kyle Blair (Harry Bright) Drayton Entertainment: Vaudeville!, Cinderella, … Forum, White Christmas, and Honk!. Kyle has spent 20 seasons between the Stratford and Shaw Festivals. Shaw (select): Jim in Holiday Inn, Octavius in Man and Superman, The Captain in Androcles and the Lion, Sky in Guys and Dolls, and Oscar in Sweet Charity. Stratford (select): Frederic in Pirates of Penzance, Lucentio in Taming of the Shrew, Will Parker in Oklahoma!, and Jack in Into the Woods.

Other Appearances: NAC, Grand Theatre, Musical Stage Company, MTC, Neptune, Theatre Aquarius, YPT, and Talk is Free. Kyle holds a BFA (University of Windsor), an MA (University of Guelph), and is a graduate of Stratford’s Birmingham Conservatory.

AJ Bridel (Sophie Sheridan) Drayton Entertainment (selected): Lauren in Kinky Boots, The War Show, Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, Peter Pan in Peter Pan: The Panto. Other Theatre (select): Anne Shirley in Anne of Green Gables (Charlottetown Festival), leading roles in several Ross Petty Pantos, Lauren in Kinky Boots (Mirvish). Film/TV: Odd Squad (TVO Kids), Murdoch Mysteries (CBC), Private Eyes (Global), Voice of Pipp Petals in My Little Pony (Netflix). Raised in Kitchener, AJ is no stranger to the Drayton stages and is so excited for her return with such a great cast and crew! Special thanks to Alex, David, T-House and Adam! Social: @ajbridel

Nicola Dawn Brook (Rosie) Drayton Entertainment debut. Other Theatre: Canada: Kinky Boots (Mirvish), Bend It Like Beckham (St Lawrence Centre), Les Belles Soeurs Musical (Segal Centre/Theatre Calgary), Mamma Mia!, Anne of Green Gables, Bittergirls, Kronberg (Charlottetown Fest), Mamma Mia! (Aquarius), Smarty Pants (Magnus). West End/UK: Copacabana, Aspects of Love (Prince of Wales Theatre), Fame (Victoria Theatre), Taboo (Venue), The Sound of Music (Sadlers Wells), Thing About Men (Kings Head), When Harry Met Barry (Gatehouse), Leader of the Pack, Happy End (Theatre Clwyd), Chess (UK Tour). Cirque du Soleil: Saltimbanco and Joyà. Thanks Bruce, the TH Gang, my Mum and Joe! www.nicoladawn.com

Louise Camilleri (Ensemble) Drayton Entertainment: Anita in West Side Story. Other Theatre: The Lord of the Rings (Princess of Wales Theatre), Mamma Mia! (Royal Alex Theatre), ShowBoat (Gershwin Theatre on Broadway), and featured dancer in the U.S. national tour of Sophisticated Ladies produced by Mercedes Ellington.

Film/TV (seclected): Superstar, Blues Brother’s 2000, and Disney’s Sharpay’s Fabulous Adventure. Vocal (selected): soloist with The Tenors, featured singer with Josh Groban, performing and recording with Lorraine Segato and the Parachute Club, and lead vocalist for Mark Camilleri and The CT Project’s debut album.

Mark Harapiak (Bill Austin) Drayton Entertainment: Rock of Ages, Joseph … Dreamcoat, The Foursome, Camelot, High School Musical, Footloose, Damn Yankees, Mamma Mia!.

Stratford Festival: Billy Elliot, The Music Man, Camelot, Coriolanus, Equus, Two Gentlemen of Verona, The Winters Tale, Man of La Mancha, The Boyfriend, Alice Through the Looking Glass. Shaw Festival: She Loves Me, Pal Joey, Pygmalion, Floyd Collins. Other Theatre: Mary Poppins (North American tour), Billy Bishop Goes to War (Rose Theatre), The Gingko Tree, Cruel Tears, McGillicuddy (Blyth Festival), Cabaret, Legally Blonde, Sound of Music (Theatre Aquarius), Man of La Mancha (Mirvish Productions), Evita, Camelot (RMTC, Theatre Calgary, Citadel Theatre), The Last Resort (Charlottetown Festival).

Will Jeffs (Ensemble) Drayton Entertainment debut. Other Theatre: Bend It Like Beckham (Toronto), Jesus Christ Superstar (London/World Arena Tour), Love Me Tender (London/UK Tour), The Insect Play (West-End), The Beautiful Game (London), Guys and Dolls (Port Hope), Prairie Du Chien (London), Blues Brothers (UK Tour), Oliver! The Musical (Malaysia), Romeo and Juliet (London). Film/TV: Mamma Mia! The Movie, Harry Potter 6, Sweetness in the Belly, Suspects, Comfort and Joy, Break Kids, Red October, Fire Station, As the Bell Rings seasons one and two. Will is an award-winning screenwriter/ director. Thank you to: Robyn and Danny, my parents and my love, Sash.

Caulin Moore (Pepper) Drayton Entertainment debut. Other Theatre: Galileo Standby in We Will Rock You (North American Tour), Jack in Jack And The BeansTalk (Torrent Productions), JukeBox Hero (Annerin/ Ed Mirvish Theatre), Fredric in Pirates of Penzance, Romeo in This Way Madness Lies (KordaZone). Caulin thanks his family and friends for their constant love and support, and Drayton Entertainment for their warm welcome!

Hadley Mustakas (Ali) Drayton Entertainment (selected): Jane Banks in Mary Poppins, Wendy in Peter Pan, Duffy in Annie, and Brigitta in The Sound of Music. Other Theatre (select): The Roaring Twenties (Victoria Playhouse Petrolia), Shrek The Musical (KWMP), The Chasm (The Registry Theatre), Sleepy Hollow (Elmira Theatre Company), and The Odyssey (National Theatre School Drama Festival). Thank you to Drayton Entertainment for the opportunity to be a part of spreading joy and laughter one jazz hand at a time, and to my friends and family for their love and support.

Jackie Mustakas (Tanya) Drayton Entertainment (selected): Kate Keller in The Miracle Worker, Jack and the Beanstalk: The Panto, Lizzie in The Rainmaker, Velma Von Tussle in Hairspray, Death of a Salesman, Baroness in Cinderella: The Panto, Queen Diabolica in Snow White: The Panto, Wicked Witch in The Wizard of Oz, May in The Affections of May, Winifred Banks in Mary Poppins, Miss Hannigan in Annie, Miss Adelaide in Guys and Dolls, Polly Baker in Crazy For You, Shelby in Steel Magnolias, and Peggy Sawyer in 42nd Street. Choreographer: Kings & Queens of Country, Dance Legends, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, The Music Man, 42nd Street, Anything Goes, Little Me, The Mikado. Welcome back everybody!

Stephen Sparks (Sam Carmichael) Drayton Entertainment: Joseph Pulitzer in Disney’s Newsies!. Other Theatre: Smarty Pants (Magnus Theatre), Lunenburg, Screwball Comedy, Baskerville (Lighthouse Festival), Little Women, Off the Grid, Norman Bray (Theatre Orangeville), The 39 Steps (Sudbury Theatre). Film/TV: Murdoch Mysteries, The Boys, Star Trek SNW, Private Eyes. Along with his wife, Shelley Hoffman, Stephen has written the plays Buying the Farm and Smarty Pants. The latter just premiered in Thunder Bay. This summer, Buying the Farm is on stage in Drayton, Penetanguishene, Port Dover, and Port Colborne.

Sash Striga (Ensemble) Drayton Entertainment: Rocky The Musical, Jack and the Beanstalk. Other Theatre: The World Goes Round, Legally Blonde (Stage West), Janet in The Drowsy Chaperone (RCPA), and NINE: In Concert (Podium Concert Productions). Film/TV Credits: 6 seasons as Aly in Letterkenny, Zora in Star Trek: Short Treks, American Gods, What We Do in the Shadows, and The Boys. Sash is the Founder of Working Title Mentors – a career coaching company for young actors. When not on stage or screen you can find Sash backcountry camping with her dog Moose, her deltas, and her main man Will. Love to Grandmoose, Dad, and Greg for all their support.

Online: @sashstriga

Mirabella Sundar Singh (Lisa) Drayton Entertainment debut. Other Theatre: Feste in Shakespeare D&D (Driftwood Theatre), Olivia in Twelfth Night the Musical, Ms. Sherry in PARKDALE the Musical (Musical Stage Co. & Theatre Sheridan), 8/Fox in Concord Floral (Theatre Sheridan), Rai in Sisters (Factory Theatre), Munni in Trident Moon (Contemporary Works, Stratford Festival). Film/TV: Featured Bharathanatya Dancer on The Next Step (Family Channel). Mirabella is a graduate of Sheridan College’s Music Theatre Performance Program. Thank you to my dearest family, friends, and mentors for the love and support they have shown me. I am forever grateful. Instagram: @mirabella_lydia

Preston Vendramin (Eddie) Drayton Entertainment debut. Other Theatre: We Will Rock You (U.S. & Canada national tours; Annerin Productions), Ensemble in Otello (Canadian Opera Company), Brit in We Will Rock You (Starvox Ent.), Phoebus in The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Broadway Live Broadway Ltd), Robertson Ay in Mary Poppins (RuBarb Theatre), Eddie in Mamma Mia! (Theatre St. Johns), Pippin in PIPPIN (Firehall Theatre), Whizzer in March Of The Falsettos (NeXt Company Theatre). Preston Vendramin is a proud graduate of St. Clair College. Love and thanks to my family, friends, Bruce and the TH for their continued support. We’ll see you on the island! Enjoy the show.

Instagram: @Presto_Vee

Lukas Vernon (Ensemble) Drayton Entertainment debut. Other Theatre: Legally Blonde (Hart House Theatre), Priscilla Queen of the Desert, 9 to 5 (The LOT), Raise the Stakes (Olde Walkerville Theatre), Featured Vocalist (WinterFest). Lukas has danced for international choreographers including James Kudelka, David Earle, Kenny Pearl and Gadfly, as well as choreographed for festivals such as Fall For Dance Festival at The Meridian Hall in Toronto. Lukas is a graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson) with a BFA in Performance Dance. Many thanks to my friends and family for the constant support and guidance. @lukasvernon on all socials!

Trayvon Ward (Ensemble) Drayton Entertainment debut. Other Dance: London Fringe Festival “Say Nothing” Theatre, Live Dance Performance Kaaral Canada Hair Show, Ensemble in Grease (St Marys SS). Trayvon Ward is a student of the University of Guelph. Thank you to all my mentors, family and friends for all the love and support!

Christine Watson (Ensemble) Drayton Entertainment (selected): Sleeping Beauty: The Panto, Grease, West Side Story, The Little Mermaid, Rock of Ages, Joseph ..., Mamma Mia, All Shook Up, Anne of Green Gables, Footloose, Spamalot, The Wizard of Oz, 9 To 5: The Musical. Other Theatre: Rock of Ages (Fallsview), Spamalot (Aquarius), Dance Legends (Grand), A Chorus Line (Rose). Choreography: Assistant Choreographer for Kinky Boots, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Jack and the Beanstalk (Drayton Entertainment), KW Glee, A Love Story (HBC), Bye Bye Birdie, The Full Monty, The Sound of Music, RENT (KWMP). Thanks to Alex, David and Drayton Entertainment for all of the opportunities over the years. It is so great to be back.

Blythe Wilson (Donna Sheridan) Drayton Entertainment: Mamma Mia!, All Shook Up. Other Theatre: Mary Poppins (Broadway/US Tour), Sound of Music, Mamma Mia, Man of La Mancha (Mirvish), Billy Elliot, Guys and Dolls, Music Man, Oliver, Oklahoma (Stratford Festival), Home for the Holidays, A Christmas Carol (Grand Theatre), The Three Musketeers (Chicago Shakespeare), 25th Annual ... Spelling Bee (Connecticut Rep), Mystery of Edwin Drood, She Loves Me, Happy End (Shaw Festival), The Last Five Years (Canadian Stage), Joseph … Dreamcoat with Donny Osmond (Chicago Theatre), Evita, Mary Poppins (Theatre Calgary/ Citadel). Film/TV: The Handmaid’s Tale (MGM). I dedicate my season to the memory of the great Keith Dinicol.

understudies Understudies never substitute for listed performers unless a specific notice is posted at the time of the performance.

For Donna: Louise Camilleri For Tanya: Louise Camilleri For Rosie: Hailey Balaz For Sam: Mark Harapiak For Harry: Will Jeffs For Bill: Will Jeffs

For Sophie: Hadley Mustakas For Sky: Preston Vendramin For Ali: Christine Watson For Lisa: Christine Watson For Pepper: George Absi For Eddie: George Absi

The Creative team David Connolly (Director & Choreographer) Drayton Entertainment: Kinky Boots, Sleeping Beauty: The Panto, Annie, Jack and the Beanstalk: The Panto, Disney’s Newsies, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Hairspray, HONK!, Lucky Stiff, Singin’ in the Rain, Cinderella: The Panto, Red Rock Diner, Mamma Mia!, Aladdin: The Panto, Peter Pan: The Panto, Legally Blonde, High School Musical, Miss Saigon, and Crazy For You. Television: Ukulele U on CBC. David holds an Honours Bachelor Degree in Musical Theatre and is a recipient of the Ontario Premier’s Award of Excellence and The Waterloo Region Arts Award for Lifetime Achievement. Welcome back everyone! We missed you!!! @deyouthacademy

Mark Camilleri (Music Director) Drayton Entertainment: West Side Story, Disney’s High School Musical, Broadway Heroes, Moments to Remember. Other Theatre: Mamma Mia!, Dirty Dancing, Funny Girl, Nine, The Secret Garden. Concerts/ Recordings: Celine Dion, Sting, The Tenors, Marvin Hamlisch, David Foster, Sarah McLachlin, Seth McFarlane, Il Divo, Paul Anka. Mark is glad to be back working with Drayton Entertainment, and is especially thrilled to be working with his wife, Louise Camilleri.

Brandon Kleiman (Set Designer) Drayton Entertainment debut. Brandon is a set and costume designer based in Toronto with work appearing on stages across Canada. He was nominated for the 2017 Pauline McGibbon Award, the 2018 and 2020 Virginia and Myrtle Cooper Award in Costume Design. He’s also a multiple Dora award nominee and two time winner. Brandon recently won a Merritt Award for his work bringing Viola Desmond to life in the world premier of Controlled Damage. For more information and to see his portfolio please visit: www.brandonkleimandesign.com

Rachel Berchtold (Costume Designer) Drayton Entertainment (selected): Annie, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Sleeping Beauty: The Panto, Disney’s Newsies, Holiday Inn, The Drowsy Chaperone, HONK!, Million Dollar Quartet, Joseph…, Sister Act, Cinderella, Anything Goes, Mamma Mia!, Anne of Green Gables, The Music Man, Snow White, The Wizard of Oz, Les Misérables, Mary Poppins, and many more. Other theatre: Million Dollar Quartet (Stage West/ Mirvish), Aladdin (Silver Mist), The King and I, Crazy For You (Theatre Under the Stars), My Favorite Year, Pride and Prejudice, Cyrano de Bergerac (Randolph). Many thanks to Nicole, Jessica, and Jenine. Much love to my family for their continuing support.

Jeff JohnstonCollins (Lighting Designer) Drayton Entertainment (selected): Lights: Hairspray, Rock of Ages, Million Dollar Quartet, Canadian Legends, Legends … of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Twist & Shout, Spamalot, Miss Saigon, Dance Legends. Technical Director/Lights: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Camelot (North American Tours).

I am so happy to be back doing what I love. For over 30 years, I have created set & lighting designs for theatres across Canada, participated in the Edinburgh Festival, and operated my own scene shop in my hometown of Hamilton. Thank you to the entire Drayton Family for creating the magic of live Theatre. Love and thanks to the light of my life, my wife Susan for her constant support and encouragement. Enjoy!

Catriona MacFarlane (Stage Manager) Drayton Entertainment: Priscilla Queen of the Desert, The Little Mermaid, Rock of Ages, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Joseph …, Marathon of Hope: The Musical, Mamma Mia!, Brighton Beach Memoirs. Other Theatre: Stage Manager: ELF: The Musical, Million Dollar Quartet, Beauty and the Beast, The Big Sleep (Theatre Aquarius), On Golden Pond (Orillia Opera House/Rose Theatre). Production Stage Manager: 14 Seasons with Stage West Theatre, Mississauga. Catriona received her Master’s Degree in Theatre from the University of Toronto. Thanks to Alex and David, and my husband Jon-Alex and daughters Aly and Fiona for their love and support.

Kelly Boudreau (Assistant Stage Manager) Drayton Entertainment: Twelve Angry Men, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Mamma Mia!. Other Theatre: Hairspray, ELF: The Musical, Beauty and the Beast, It’s a Wonderful Life (Theatre Aquarius), Jerusalem (The Company Theatre/OTM), John (The Company Theatre), Innocence Lost (Soulpepper), Silence (Grand Theatre), Dry Powder (Evermore Theatre), Macbeth, On Golden Pond (Rose Theatre Brampton), Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth (Classic Theatre Project), The Melville Boys (Bluewater Summer Playhouse), Off/Balance (Newmarket National 10 Minute Play Festival). Kelly is a graduate of the Technical Production for the Performing Arts Industry Program at Sheridan College.

Sadie Wannamaker (Assistant Stage Manager) Drayton Entertainment: A Few Good Men, Sleeping Beauty: The Panto, Annie, Rocky: The Musical, The Drowsy Chaperone, Joseph …, Footloose, The Men’s Foursome, Little Shop of Horrors, Les Misérables, White Christmas, Mary Poppins, Sleuth, Tap Dogs (Tour), Shear Madness, Fiddler on the Roof, The Pirates of Penzance, A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline. Other Theatre: British Invasion (Stage West), Sword and the Stone (Theatre Orangeville), The Neverending Story (Roseneath: YPT/NYU Tour). Sadie is glad to be in her 22nd season with Drayton Entertainment. She would like to pass on love to her family for all of their support.

Christine Watson (Assistant Choreographer) Drayton Entertainment (selected): Sleeping Beauty: The Panto, Grease, West Side Story, The Little Mermaid, Rock of Ages, Joseph ..., Mamma Mia, All Shook Up, Anne of Green Gables, Footloose, Spamalot, The Wizard of Oz, 9 To 5: The Musical. Other Theatre: Rock of Ages (Fallsview), Spamalot (Aquarius), Dance Legends (Grand), A Chorus Line (Rose). Choreography: Assistant Choreographer for Kinky Boots, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Jack and the Beanstalk (Drayton Entertainment), KW Glee, A Love Story (HBC), Bye Bye Birdie, The Full Monty, The Sound of Music, RENT (KWMP). Thanks to Alex, David and Drayton Entertainment for all of the opportunities over the years. It is so great to be back.

Alex Mustakas (Artistic Director) Drayton Entertainment: Alex has directed over 100 productions for Drayton Entertainment and other theatre companies across Canada including Sorry, I’m Canadian 2, You’ll Get Used To It! ... The War Show, Rocky: The Musical, Rock of Ages, Kings & Queens of Country, Million Dollar Quartet, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the world premiere of Marathon of Hope, Legends of Rock ‘n’ Roll, Spamalot, Les Misérables, Twist & Shout, and others. Alex holds a Master’s Degree in Arts Administration from City University in London, England, and an Honorary Doctorate from Wilfrid Laurier University.

He is the recipient of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for Media & Entertainment, the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal, the Maggie Bassett Award from Theatre Ontario, and the Governor General’s Meritorious Service Medal.

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the authors Björn Ulvaeus (Music and Lyrics) Björn Ulvaeus was born in 1945 in Gothenberg on the west coast of Sweden.

After a successful local career in Sweden with a folk group in the mid 1960s, he started his collaboration with Benny Andersson. They then went on to form ABBA with Agnetha Faltskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. Even during the ABBA years, the idea of writing a musical seemed appealing and, in 1981, Björn and Benny met Tim Rice and co-wrote Chess with him, which opened in the West End in 1986. In 1995 Björn and Benny opened a new musical called Kristina Från Duvemåla, which played for three years in Sweden. Their most recent musical is the Stockholm production Hjälp sökes, which opened in 2013. Bjorn is one of the producers for MAMMA MIA! The Party, which opened in Stockholm in January 2016.

Benny Andersson (Music and Lyrics) Born 16 December 1946 in Stockholm. 1952: Received accordion lessons from his father and grandfather. 1964-68: Member of the Hep Stars, Sweden’s most popular rock band in the 1960’s. During this time, he began composing music. “Sunny Girl” and “Wedding” were huge hits for the Hep Stars. 1972-82: ABBA. 1982-84: Composed the music (together with Björn Ulvaeus and Tim Rice) for the musical, Chess. 1987: Began collaborating with Orsa Spelmän. Recorded three albums deeply rooted in Swedish folk music: Klinga Mina Klockor, November 1989 and Fiolen Min. In 2001, this collaboration led to the formation of Benny Andersson’s Orchestra, a 16man constellation with vocalists, Helen Sjöholm and Tommy Körberg. Thus far, this has resulted in five CD albums and several summer tours. 199095: Composed the music to Kristina from Duvemåla. Premiered in October 1995. 1995: Received the title of professor from the Swedish government.

Inducted to in the Royal Swedish Academy of Music in 2007. Appointed Honorary Doctor of the College of Humanities at Stockholm University in 2008, and at Luleå University of Technology in 2012. Benny Andersson is married to former TV producer, Mona Nörklit. They have one child, Ludvig Andersson. Benny Andersson also has two children from a previous marriage, Peter Grönvall and Helene Odedal. He has five grandchildren: Charlie, Felix, Fabian, Malin and Viola.

Catherine Johnson (Book) Theatre: Rag Doll, Renegades, Suspension (Bristol Old Vic); Too Much Too Young (Bristol Old Vic and London Bubble); Boys Mean Business, Dead Sheep, Little Baby Nothing (Bush Theatre, London); Shang-a-Lang (Bush Theatre and national tour); and Mamma Mia! (worldwide); Through the Wire and A Letter to Lacey for NT Connections. Creative consultant on ABBA the Museum, Stockholm. Television: “Casualty,” “Byker Grove,” “Love Hurts,” “Gold,” “Linda Green.” Original screenplays: “Rag Doll” and “Where’s Willy?”

(HTV) and “Sin Bin” (BBC), the series “Love in the 21st Century” (Channel 4) and “Dappers” (BBC3). Awards: Catherine has won the Bristol Old Vic/HTV Playwrighting Award, Thames Television’s Writer-in-Residence Award and Thames Television’s Best Play Award and was nominated in 2002 for a Tony Award for Best Musical Book for Mamma Mia! Film: Catherine wrote the screenplay for the Mamma Mia! movie released July 2008.

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The band Mark Camilleri (Music Director/Keys I) Drayton Entertainment: West Side Story, Disney’s High School Musical, Broadway Heroes, Moments to Remember. Other Theatre: Mamma Mia!, Dirty Dancing, Funny Girl, Nine, The Secret Garden. Concerts/ Recordings: Celine Dion, Sting, The Tenors, Marvin Hamlisch, David Foster, Sarah McLachlin, Seth McFarlane, Il Divo, Paul Anka. Mark is glad to be back working with Drayton Entertainment, and is especially thrilled to be working with his wife, Louise Camilleri.

David Myers (Keys II) Drayton Entertainment (selected): Joseph ..., Hairspray, Footloose, Priscilla …, Smokey Joe’s Cafe, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop ..., White Christmas, and numerous pantos. Best known in the theatre industry as one of Toronto’s main audition pianists, he has also taught at both Sheridan College and The Randolph Centre since 1998. Outside of theatre, David was a founding member of The Musical Box, the world’s premiere tribute to Genesis, where he enjoyed 15 years of touring Europe and the Americas, repeatedly appearing at such notable venues as The Royal Albert Hall in London.

Tony Zorzi (Guitar) Drayton Entertainment debut. Orchestra guitarist: The Last Ship, Bat out of Hell (2019), Beautiful, Book of Mormon, Matilda (2017), Kinky Boots (2016), Dirty Dancing, Matilda (2015), Billy Elliot (2011), Toxic Avenger (2009), Rocky Horror Picture Show, Hair (2008), Mamma Mia (2000-2005), Rent (1997), Tommy (1995-96), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (1992).

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Peter Bleakney (Bass) Drayton Entertainment: Kinky Boots, Disney’s Newsies, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, The Wizard of Oz, Footloose, Twist & Shout: The British Invasion, Legally Blonde, Disney’s Mary Poppins, Monty Python’s Spamalot, 9 to 5: The Musical, Peter Pan, Hairspray, Blood Brothers. Other Theatre: Peter played bass for the Toronto productions of Come From Away, Dear Evan Hansen, Mamma Mia!, Kinky Boots, We Will Rock You (Mirvish), Ross Petty’s panto productions and Jersey Boys (Dancap). After 24 years of touring and recording with Anne Murray, Peter says he almost has “Snowbird” memorized. Peter is thrilled to be rockin’ in the pit with his musical buddies.

Dave MacDougall (Drums/Percussion) Drayton Entertainment: Grease. Other Theatre (select): Holiday Inn (Shaw 2021), Caroline, or Change (Musical Stage 2020). Performing/ Recording/Touring: David Boyd Janes (Warner Canada), Kira Isabella, Marshall Dane, Alli Walker, Elyse Saunders, Darcy Windover, The Ole Fashion, Stephanie Martin and Chad Irschick, Melissa Lauren, Swamperlla, Kaitlin Kozell, Voice Rock Canada, and many others. He has shared the stage performing with luminaries like Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo and Steven Page of Barenaked Ladies, and jazz legends like John Abercrombie, Seamus Blake, and Phil Nimmons.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS We are deeply grateful for the efforts of so many people in our communities who continue to support our theatres. Special thanks to our tourism partners and to our extended family of volunteers who contribute their time, talent, and enthusiasm.

Drayton Festival Theatre Ron Ellis Jim Grose The Township of Mapleton Special thanks to Peter Etril Snyder, who painted and generously placed on permanent loan, the painting in the Library Lounge. Opening Night portrays the gas-lit Drayton Opera House in 1903.

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GENERAL INFORMATION Accessibility Drayton Entertainment is proud to be completely accessible at each of its seven stages and through its Customer Service Policy, is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to patrons with disabilities.

Drayton Entertainment currently recognizes both the CNIB Card and the Access 2 Entertainment Card.

Patrons with disabilities presenting valid cards from one of these two programs will be provided with a complimentary ticket for their support person, if requested.

All venues are wheelchair accessible and are equipped with special seating locations. Please reserve the required number of seats when ordering tickets, and advise us if you need special assistance. Patrons using wheelchairs are requested to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the performance. Complimentary hearing assist devices and child booster seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Public Access Automatic External Defibrillators are located in the lobby of each theatre.

Theatre Etiquette Everyone entering the theatre auditorium must have a valid ticket. In order for everyone to enjoy the performance, and in consideration to the performers on stage, latecomers are seated at a suitable break at the discretion of House Management. The use of recording devices or cameras of any kind is strictly prohibited, and all mobile devices must be turned off during the show. In consideration of those who have allergies, please avoid using scented products. Physicians may leave their seat location with the Box Office.

The sudden cry of an infant is disruptive to the performers and the audience, and can hinder the emotional impact of a magical moment on stage. For this reason and for safety, babes in arms and children under the age of 2 are discouraged.

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Professional Affiliations Drayton Entertainment is a member of the Professional Association of Canadian Theatres (PACT) and engages professional artists under the terms of the Canadian Theatre Agreement (CTA). Drayton Entertainment acknowledges the generous support of the Canadian Actors’ Equity Association (CAEA).

Drayton Entertainment is a proud participant in the Not In OUR Space! collaborative pilot project between PACT and CAEA, which supports our company's mandate regarding zero tolerance of workspace harassment and violence in our theatres.

The Musicians and Music Directors/Conductors engaged for Drayton Entertainment productions are members of the Canadian Federation of Musicians and are performing in the jurisdictions of Central Ontario Musicians’ Association, Local 226 (Drayton Festival Theatre, Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge, St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, St. Jacobs Schoolhouse Theatre); London Musicians’ Association, Local 279 (Huron Country Playhouse); Toronto Musicians’ Association, Local 149 (King’s Wharf Theatre).

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An award-winning, not-for-profit charitable organization, Drayton Entertainment produces professional live theatre on seven stages across Ontario.

The stage for success was first set in 1991 with the launch of the Drayton Festival Theatre. Under the tutelage of founding and current Artistic Director Alex Mustakas, the theatre was an immediate success.

In 1997, a second stage was added nearby – the intimate Schoolhouse Theatre in the village of St. Jacobs.

The King’s Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishene followed suit in 1999. Nestled within Discovery Harbour on Georgian Bay, the rustic theatre was a perfect complement to the venues in Drayton and St. Jacobs.

The Huron Country Playhouse in Grand Bend opened in 1972 and joined the Drayton Entertainment family of theatres in 2001. Situated just minutes from Grand Bend’s famous strip and popular beaches, the theatre complex houses two stages.

St. Jacobs Country Playhouse, located in the heart of Waterloo Region’s Market District, opened to instant acclaim in 2005.

A seventh venue in Cambridge opened in 2013. Renamed the Hamilton Family Theatre Cambridge in 2018, the state-of-the-art complex includes a 506-seat theatre alongside consolidated administration, production and wardrobe facilities.

Drayton Entertainment’s distinctive business model provides protection from the inherent fragility of the theatre industry, while providing an outlet for growth and prosperity. This has positive implications for artists, designers, sponsors, advertisers, and most importantly, theatre patrons – all of whom enjoy enhanced opportunities both on and off the stage.

By successfully balancing the competing demands of quality productions, fiscal responsibility, and community integrity, Drayton Entertainment has emerged as a true innovator and leader for arts and culture in Canada.

In 2022, the new Youth Academy was added to the Drayton Entertainment family of locations offering exciting arts education opportunities under the company’s umbrella.

Drayton Entertainment Staff ADMINISTRATION Artistic Director & CEO.............................................................................................. Alex Mustakas Executive Director.................................................................................................... Steven Karcher Director of Finance................................................................................................. Siobhan Lovejoy Associate Artistic Director/Youth Academy Director of Education........................... David Connolly Director of Audience Services..................................................................................... Ellen Berwick Director of Facilities........................................................................................................... Alan Card Human Resources & Artistic Administrator.................................................................Natasha Hopf Director of Marketing & Development..................................................................Jonathan Randall Director of Communications....................................................................................... Amanda Kind Group, Events & Rentals Manager.............................................................................Karen De iuliis Marketing & Development Associates........................................Jenni Grandfield, Samareh Jones, Tatiana Zakharova Artistic Administrative Assistant................................................................................... Megan Dene Accounting Clerk................................................................................................. Joanne Labrecque Administrative Associate............................................................................................Randi Perriam Box Office & Groups Assistant.................................................................................. Yvonne Schieck PRODUCTION Director of Production.................................................................................................. Dave Horner Production Coordinator..................................................................................... Jeff JohnstonCollins Technical Directors.................................................................................... Simon Day, Lyle Franklin Head of Audio . ........................................................................................................ Allan McMillan Head of Construction .................................................................................................Robert Clarke House Technicians................................................ Glenn Beckner, John Graham, Richard McLeod, Abbey MacDonald Followspot.................................................................................James Chapeskie, Naomi Damasco Running Crew..............................................................................................................Simon Zenker Senior Carpenters............................................................................... Jenna Barry, Lindsay Woelfle Junior Carpenters........................................................................... John Graham, Correy Polaniato Senior Scenic Painters...............................................................Candice Jeromkin, Tara Crickmore, Brian Austin, Kristen McCormick Junior Scenic Painters...................................................................Nathan Brown, Chris Blanchenot Props Master.................................................................................................................. Kevin Lucas Senior Props Assistant....................................................................................... Katherine Theriault Building Services/Production Technician..................................................................... John Bigelow

WARDROBE Head of Wardrobe.................................................................................................... Jenine Kroeplin Wardrobe Supervisors.................................................................Nicole Del Cul, Jessica Pembleton Cutter.................................................................................................................... Rachel Berchtold Stitchers....................................................................... Vallari Bhardwaj, Molly Fortier, Joanna Lee Wardrobe Maintenance....................................................................................... Amanda Kennedy Head Dresser................................................................................................................... Joanna Lee Dressers........................................................................................... Vallari Bhardwaj, Molly Fortier BOX OFFICE Box Office Supervisor.............................................................................................. Paige Corriveau Local Box Office Staff.............................................. Fiona Lehmann, Laura Hole, Katie Neeb-Craig, Victoria Richardson, Taylor Whitley FACILITY (St. Jacobs Country Playhouse) Facility Manager...........................................................................................................Laurie Castro House Manager................................................................................................... Cheryl Oudshoorn Bartender................................................................................................................. Samantha Reid Custodians................................................................................................................. Domestic Bliss

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