PRESENTS
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Erika Miller Director
Cierre Wesley Assistant Director/Stage Manager
Production Coordinator
Becky Ochoa Co-Lighting Designer
Eric Rosenwald Co-Lighting Designer
Katelyn Stanton Technical Director
from the director
Welcome to our performance of Radium Girls! I am thrilled to share this powerful story with you, brought to life by a remarkable cast of strong young women who have poured their hearts and souls into this production on a remarkably short timeline. Their dedication and passion shine through in every scene, and I couldn't be prouder of their incredible work.
Radium Girls is not just a historical account; it is a poignant tale of courage, resilience, and sisterhood. The women depicted in this story fought tirelessly for justice at a time when their voices were often dismissed. Through their struggles, we see the remarkable willpower that defined their lives and the impact they had on labor rights and women's advocacy.
As you watch, I encourage you to reflect on the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of overwhelming odds. Grace Fryer serves as a reminder of the strength we find in unity and the power of women to enact change.
Thank you for supporting First Act Theatre Arts and Radium Girls. Your support not only honors this incredible cast but also celebrates the spirit of those who continue to fight for justice today.
Enjoy the performance!
Warmly, Erika Miller Director, Radium Girls
artistic team
Cierre & Erika
Scene by Scene
ACT ONE
Scene 1………..........................................................................................U.S. Radium Plant
Scene 2………............................................................The Women’s Club of Orange Co.
Scene 3………..........................................................................................U.S. Radium Plant
Scene 4 Dining Room of Grace’s Home
Scene 5………..........................................................................................U.S. Radium Plant
Scene 6……….....................................................................................Character Interviews
Scene 7………............................................................................Health Department Office
Scene 8………...................................................................Front Porch of Roeder’s Home
Scene 9………...........................................Dr. Knef’s Dental Office, U.S. Radium Plant
Scene 10………...........................Dining Room of Grace’s Home, U.S. Radium Plant
Scene 11………..........................................................The Women’s Club of Orange Co.
Scene by Scene
ACT TWO
cast of characters
Liz Bird....................................................................................Tom, Reporter, Berry, Knef
Jillian Bosch………........................................................................................................Roeder
Kenna Campbell.....................................................Kathryn, Society Woman, Harriet, Shopgirl, Board Member #1
Madie Hudon………...........................................Irene, Miss Wiley, Board Member #2, Photographer, Mrs. Michaels
Tatum McGinness-Wood………................................................................................Grace
Rachel Pishny
Markley, Von Sochocky, Store Owner, Venecine Salesman, Martland
Reagan Rosenwald……….......................................Sob Sister, Clerk, Elderly Widow, MacNiel, Mrs. Fryer
Maggie Stultz………........................................Lee, Bailey, Drinker, Lovesick Cowboy, Shopper, Court, Flinn
Addison Walton……….................................Mrs. Roeder, Madame Curie, Customer, Board Member #3
Meet the Cast
Liz Bird as Tom, Reporter, Berry, Knef
Liz is 14 years old and a freshman at LEAD Innovation Studio. This is their 11th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Liz’s favorite show they’ve been in is Radium Girls, for sure! Off stage, Liz enjoys singing to their dogs, decorating the house, and hanging out with their friends. Liz would like to thank their friends for being supportive through their musical journey. They would also like to thank their teachers and parents for supporting them as well.
Jillian Bosch as Roeder
Jillian is 16 years old and a junior at Blue Valley West High School. This is her 18th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Jillian’s favorite show she’s been in is Hello, Dolly! as Ermengarde. Off stage, Jillian enjoys watching movies, drinking coffee, and hanging out with friends Jillian would like to thank her family, friends, the directing team, and the Good Lord himself!
Kenna Campbell as Kathryn, Society Woman, Harriet, Shopgirl, Board Member #1
Kenna is 17 years old and a senior at Kansas City Christian School. This is her 2nd show with First Act Theatre Arts. Kenna’s favorite show she’s been in is Harvey as Myrtle Mae Simmons Off stage, Kenna enjoys riding horses and playing soccer. Kenna would like to thank her fellow cast members for making Radium Girls such a fun experience. She’d also like to thank her friends and family for supporting her theater phase.
Meet the Cast
Madie Hudon as Irene, Miss Wiley, Board Member #2, Photographer, Mrs. Michaels Madie is 16 years old and a junior at Shawnee Mission East High School. This is her FIRST show with First Act Theatre Arts! Madie’s favorite show she’s performed in is Our Town. Off stage, Madie enjoys taking her dog on walks, hanging out with friends, and playing soccer. Madie would like to thank her friends and family for constantly supporting her no matter what. She would also like to thank the Lord for blessing her with this opportunity to be in this show.
Tatum McGinness-Wood as Grace
Tatum is 15 years old and a sophomore at North Kansas City High School This is her 17th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Tatum’s favorite shows she’s performed in are Hello, Dolly! and Tarzan. Off stage, Tatum enjoys dancing, playing the violin, and hanging out with friends and family. Tatum would like to thank her parents for everything they do, her brother for being the best, and her coaches and directing team for always pushing her to be better.
Rachel Pishny as Markley, Von Sochocky, Store Owner, Venecine Salesman, Martland
Rachel Pishny is 15 years old and a freshman at Blue Valley Southwest High School. This is her 12th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Rachel’s favorite shows she’s been in are The SpongeBob Musical as Patchy the Pirate and a Sea Anemone, Merrily We Roll Along as a TV Newsperson, and Curtains as Ensemble. Off stage, Rachel enjoys singing, listening to music, swimming with COOL Swim Team, singing with the Youth Chorus of Kansas City, running cross country with her school, singing, reading, and did she mention singing? Rachel would like to thank her friends, her parents, her theatre teacher, her friends, God, and her cats, Charlie, Daniel, and Socks.
Meet the Cast
Reagan Rosenwald as Sob Sister, Elderly Widow, MacNiel, Mrs. Fryer
Reagan is 12 years old and a sixth grader at Lakewood Middle School. This is her 3rd show with First Act Theatre Arts. Reagan’s favorite show she’s been in is The Lightning Thief because she made a lot of new friends and had so much fun! Off stage, Reagan enjoys singing, swimming, playing ice hockey, writing books, and hanging out with friends.
Maggie Stultz as Lee, Bailey, Drinker, Lovesick Cowboy, Shopper,
Court, Flinn
Maggie is 12 years old and a seventh grader at Baldwin Junior High School. This is her 3rd show with First Act Theatre Arts. Maggie’s favorite show she’s been in is Radium Girls. Off stage, Maggie enjoys swimming, singing, making bracelets, and hanging out with friends Maggie would like to thank her mom, dad, brother Cole, and sister Lily. She has a very supportive family!
Addison Walton as Mrs. Roeder, Madame Curie, Customer, Board Member #3
Addison is 18 years old and a senior at St. Teresa’s Academy. This is her 8th show with First Act Theatre Arts. Addison’s favorite shows she’s been in are Harvey and Clue. Off stage, Addison enjoys drawing Addison would like to thank her family members for being so supportive of her acting and telling her to not give up when she had her lowest acting moments.
Congratulations!
Jillian Bosch
So proud of you for stepping out of your comfort zone! We love watching you do what you love! Dad, Mom & Buddy
Tatum McGinness-Wood
Tatum - To say we are proud of you is an understatement! We are continually amazed at your hard work, your growth, and your kind spirit. We love watching everything you do! Love, Trish Michelle and Nash
Rachel Pishny
Excited to see you conquer this challenging show! We're so proud of all that you do Mom & Dad
parent committees
Backstage
Campbell-Goodnow
Rosenwald*
Costumes/Green Room/Makeup
Bird*
Bosch House
Hudon
McGinness-Wood*
Props
Stultz* Sets
Pishny
Walton*
*Committee Head
Special Thanks
First Act Theatre Arts would like to extend special thanks to the following organizations and individuals for their generous contributions to this show.
Resurrection Church for hosting this production
Olathe Christian Church for hosting our rehearsals
Evangel Church & Kaw Prairie Community Church for hosting our classes
Erin Hillier & Darci Foster for being our tireless class coordinators
Maggie Miller for her dedicated service to our HEART program
Erin Barton & Steve Kleinschmidt for their excellent show photos
Dennis Ryan for the terrific show recordings
Rick Aldrich & Totally His Graphics for our awesome show shirts
Mikey Fletcher for his help with all things warehouse
Ginger Burns for her assistance with makeup
Cynthia Liggett for her help with props
Pam Bray, Gina Milbourn, & Sharon Kleinschmidt for their assistance with the organization of our costumes
The First Act Board and Staff for all of their support
Our amazing parent committees and wonderful volunteers: without you, our show would never be possible!
Cierre Wesley for making our production run smoothly
Our wonderful Artistic Team for putting this show together
And most importantly, our LORD and Savior, Jesus Christ through whom all things are possible!
