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A Chorus Line debuted on Broadway in 1975. That year it won nine Tony Awards including Best Musical Production and the Pulitzer Prize for drama. In 1983 it became the longest-running musical in the history of Broadway. It held the record until 1997 when it was surpassed by Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS. It was directed and choreographed by Michael Bennett, who, with dancers Michon Peacock and Tony Stevens, developed the show based on hours and hours of tape of dancers sharing their life stories.

The authors musicalized the life experiences of actual Broadway dancers who were largely out of work at a time in the 70s when producers struggled to sustain the high cost of producing musicals, thus giving unprecedented voice to performers, speciNically, the chorus dancer. As the audience, we are invited to peek behind the curtain and listen in as the performers not only compete against each other for a job but also share the events that have shaped their lives and led them to dance. And why, despite the grueling and assiduous rejections that dominate their pursuits, the performers won’t forget, and can’t regret choosing to dance.

It is the above intersection of grit, passion, doggedness, and vulnerability that draws me to A Chorus Line over and over. Among the greatest pleasures of my job as the Artistic Director of Flat Rock Playhouse is casting our season. It is an honor to bear witness to artists in pursuit of work. Variously armed with a combination of fear and excitement, experienced and novice talents rotate through the audition room by the hundreds. Each of them vying for the same Ninite available roles. I am moved every year by their courage and conviction. We get to hire a few of them. A few months later, they arrive on ‘the Rock.’ Rehearsals start and we begin the pleasure of learning about these special talents who started as little more than a headshot and resume a few months earlier. We learn what makes them who they are, and where they came from, and begin to fully appreciate just how deep their talents and personage run. Meanwhile, they rehearse and then open their show, transporting the audience to a whole other world where their true identities frankly don’t much matter as their real selves are tucked away in service to a role. That’s the job.

But A Chorus Line refocuses the spotlight, illuminating the people inside the costumes, and under the wigs and makeup. It wants us to know them, not a character. In A Chorus Line, the audience gets to see the artists I get to see—or at minimum their essence and their humanity. It wants you to know and feel the real-life folks, with real-life stories, who were born with unique skills, and driven by an unquenchable passion so deep they can’t NOT pursue their calling. The great legacy of A Chorus Line lives on as this newest cast embodies the stories of their professional ancestors, thoughtfully imbuing them with their own modern life experiences, which, in truth, are not so very different, and may very well be the special sauce behind its longevity.

A Chorus Line is a love letter to the everyday working actors, dancers, singers, and performing artists we love to watch. And make no mistake—what they do every day “for love” is their love letter to us.

Fondly,

Lisa K. Bryant

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A CHORUS LINE

Conceived and Originally Directed and Choreographed by Michael Bennett

Book by James Kirkwood and Nicholas Dante

Music by Marvin Hamlisch

Lyrics by Edward Kleban

Co Choreographed by Bob Avian

Director

LISA K. BRYANT

Assoc. Director / Choreographer J. TAYLOR WRIGHT*

Music Director

ETHAN ANDERSEN

Production Stage Manager

BILL MUÑOZ*

Assist. Stage Manager

MADELYN HAWVER

Costume Coordinator

TIM BARHAM

Hair and Makeup Designer

ANSLEY JUAN

Production Manager ADAM GOODRUM

Assist. Stage Manager AMELIA DRISCOLL*

Scenic Designer DENNIS C. MAULDEN

Lighting Designer BEN HAMANN

Technical Director BRANDON MCIVER

Tap Choreographer LAUREN HOPKINS

Assoc. Production Manager JOSHUA STEWART

Assist. Stage Manager LINDSEY A. MOSS*

Cotume Designer MATTHEW KILGORE

Sound Designer KURT DAVIS

Props Manager RORY BROWNELL

Original Choreography Staging by J. TAYLOR WRIGHT*

THE BAND

Piano / Conductor.............ETHAN ANDERSEN Drums.....................................PAUL BABELAY Bass.......................................ANDY PRESTON

Reeds...................................MISTY RONDEAU Trumpet...................................CHRIS IMHOFF Trombone............................JOHN GRODRIAN

THE CAST (In alphabetical order)

MONICA GARCIA BRADLEY*.........DIANA

AARON CRAVEN*..................................AL

ZETH DIXON.....................................MARK

CHLOE FOX*...................................SHEILA

ALEXANDRA GARCIA*..........................VAL

BRIANNA HASTON..............................LOIS

FAYTHE KELLY....................................BEBE

JOSH LEVINSON*...........................BOBBY

RESA MISHINA*............................CONNIE

MATTHEW BOYD MOORE*...............MIKE

ALEXANDRIA VAN PARIS*..............CASSIE

JESSIE J. POTTER....................BEBE / VICKI

STEVEN RADA*.........................................PAUL

COLE REASONER...................................FRANK

PAITYN REASONER...................................TOM

MADY BEC ROGERS..........................KRISTINE

HENRIQUE SOBRINHO............................DON

CHRISTOPHER TIPPS*..........................RICHIE

AMANDA TONG*.....................................JUDY

EMILY GRACE TUCKER*.....................MAGGIE

PARKER VIATOR....................................LARRY

JASON WATSON*...................................ZACH

JAHLAYNIA WINTERS..............LAURA / TRICIA

J. TAYLOR WRIGHT*...............................GREG

Henrique Sobrinho (U/S Paul), Mady Bec Rogers (U/S Sheila), Zeth Dixon (U/S Richie), Parker Viator (U/S Greg/Mark), Faythe Kelly (U/S Judy), Jahlaynia Winters (U/S Kristine), Jessie J. Potter (U/S Val & Cassie)

A CHORUS LINE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com

Original Broadway production produced by the New York Shakespeare Festival, in association with

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THE CAST IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER

FAYTHE KELLY (BEBE) JESSIE J. POTTER (BEBE / VICKI) MADY BEC ROGERS (KRISTINE) ZETH DIXON (MARK) EMILY GRACE TUCKER* (MAGGIE) JAHLAYNIA WINTERS (LAURA / TRICIA) MATTHEW BOYD MOORE* (MIKE) PAITYN REASONER (TOM) AARON CRAVEN* (AL) BRIANNA HASTON (LOIS) AMANDA TONG* (JUDY) JASON WATSON* (ZACH) RESA MISHINA* (CONNIE) COLE REASONER (FRANK) MONICA GARCIA BRADLEY* (DIANA) ALEXANDRA NICOLE GARCIA* (VAL) PARKER VIATOR (LARRY) CHRISTOPHER TIPPS* (RICHIE) JOSH LEVINSON* (BOBBY) HENRIQUE SOBRINHO (DON) STEVEN RADA* (PAUL) CHLOE FOX* (SHEILA) J. TAYLOR WRIGHT* (GREG) ALEXANDRIA VAN PARIS* (CASSIE)

An Audition

Time: 1975 Place: A Broadway Stage

The characers portrayed in “A Chorus Line” are, for the most part, based upon the lives and experiences of Broadway dancers. This show is dedicated to anyone who has ever danced in a chorus or marched in step...anywhere.

MUSICAL NUMBERS

I Hope I Get It......................................................................................................Company

I Can Do That...............................................................................................................Mike

“...And...”........................................................................................Bobby, Richie, Val, Judy

At the Ballet......................................................................................Sheila, Bebe, Maggie

Sing...................................................................................................................Kristine, Al

Hello Twelve........................................................................................................Company

Nothing.....................................................................................................................Diana

Mother.................................................................................................................Company

Montage..............................................................................................................Company

Dance: Ten; Looks: Three................................................................................................Val

The Music and the Mirror..........................................................................................Cassie

One......................................................................................................................Company

The Tap Combination...........................................................................................Company

What I Did For Love............................................................................Diana and Company

One: Reprise.......................................................................................................Company

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PRODUCTION STAFF

Adam Goodrum – Production Manager

Joshua Stewart – Associate Production Manager

Bill Muñoz* – Production Stage Manager

Amelia Driscoll* – Assistant Stage Manager

Lindsey Moss* – Assistant Stage Manager

Madelyn Hawver – Assistant Stage Manager

Dennis C. Maulden – Scenic Designer

Morgan Shea – Assistant Scenic Designer

Brandon McIver – Technical Director

Mike Sarisky – Assistant Technical Director

Deborah Samuelson – Head Carpenter

Coleman Campbell – Carpenter

Willow Heichel – Carpenter

Devon West - Overhire Carpenter

Steph Charaska – Scenic Charge

Shaly Farmer – Assistant Scenic Charge

Audra Tibbit – Scenic Artist

Ben Hamann – Head of Lighting and Projections

Joey Stitt – Head Electrician

Georgia Fenimore – Staff Electrician

Kayla Walkup – Electrician

Ean Moran - Overhire Electrician

Ashli Crump – Costume Shop Manager

Tim Barham - Assistant Costume Shop Manager

Ansley Juan – Hair and Makeup Designer

Amy Pavelka – Head of Wardrobe

Betty Miller – Stitcher

Jasmine Armstrong – Stitcher / Wardrobe Assistant

Kathryn Wells – Costume Shop Volunteer

Brooke Davies – Overhire Costumer

Kurt Davis – Head of Audio

Mason Sams – Audio Engineer

Sam Wood – A2 Microphone Technician

Rory Brownell – Props Manager

Lane Shoemaker – Assistant Props Manager

Sam Powers – Props Artisan

MONICA GARCIA BRADLEY* (DIANA ) Monica is thrilled to be making her Flat Rock Playhouse debut in this dream role, Diana Morales. Previous regional credits include West Side Story (Lyric Opera of Chicago), Oliver (Paper Mill Playhouse), West Side Story (North Carolina Theatre), Meet Me in St. Louis and CATS (Theatre Under The Stars), In the Heights and West Side Story (City Springs Theatre), Shout! The Mod Musical (Ivoryton Playhouse) and She Loves Me (Millbrook Playhouse). TV credits include the recurring role of Alicia on Tyler Perry’s Sistas (BET), The Resident (FOX), Dopesick (Hulu), She-Hulk (Disney Marvel Studios), Macgyver (CBS) and Monarch (FOX). Monica also stars in Warner Bros Discovery+ holiday feature “A Christmas Open House”, and indie features “Guys at Parties Like It”, “Abilene” and more. Monica also co-owns the production company ‘Vibe City Entertainment’ with her husband. Forever grateful to Danny, friends and family for all the love and support. Follow @monica_garcia_nyc

AARON CRAVEN* (AL) Aaron is excited to return to Flat Rock, Where he was last seen in West Side Story! New York credits include A Chorus Line (New York City Center), and Broadway Backwards. National and International Tours include Dirty Dancing (Johnny), A Chorus Line (Zach), and West Side Story (Tony U/S). Favorite regional theatres include the Kennedy Center, Goodspeed Opera House, Paramount (Aurora), and Music Theatre Wichita. BFA from Wichita State, and a graduate of the Maggie Flanigan Conservatory. Love to Mom, Dad, Alex and Katie! @aaronpatrickcraven

ZETH DIXON (MARK) is a current B.F.A Music Theatre student at Elon University. Highlighted Credits Include: Eddie in Mamma Mia!, Featured Crapshooter in Guys & Dolls, Teen Ensemble in Freaky Friday (Bigfork Summer Playhouse) Charlie in Bridges of Madison County, and Pat Denning/Ensemble in 42nd Street (Elon University). He is ecstatic to be joining the Flat Rock Playhouse for the first time as a part of their summer apprentice company and gives a special “Thank You!” to all who have supported him thus far on his journey He dedicates his performance to his parents Sonya & Ernest Dixon, his closest friends, his educators, and god himself.

CHLOE FOX* (SHEILA) made their professional debut at Flat Rock Playhouse ten years ago in Cats (Bombalurina), and just had a blast playing the Stepmother in Cinderella New York: Emojiland (NYMF), Whiskey… Williamsburg (HERE Arts), The Tempest (Shakespeare in the Park). Tour: R+H’s Cinderella (Lady of Ridicule). Regional: The Addams Family (Morticia), Grease (Rizzo), Gypsy (Rear End of the Cow, et al.). Chloe has a separate Instagram account dedicated to their strange semi-drag-inspired makeup but the other one is @ chloefoxitup. Chloefox.com

ALEXANDRA NICOLE GARCIA* (VAL) is thrilled to be making her debut at Flat Rock Playhouse. Most recently seen as “Val” in A Chorus Line with Phoenix Theatre Company. Select Credits: Charity in Anything Goes, Lina Lamont in Singin in the Rain (Prather Productions), Margot in Legally Blonde (Cumberland Theatre), Val in A Chorus Line (The Wick Theatre), and Ensemble in The Music Man and Evita (The Wick Theatre). Education: MA in Musical Theater from Temple University and a BM in Vocal Performance from Florida Atlantic University. Much love and thanks to Mom, Dad, Lisa, Taylor and everyone at Flat Rock for the opportunity to be “on the line” again! @alexx_in_wanderland.

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BRIANNA HASTON (LOIS) is a Hendersonville, NC native and is continuing her passion and education in live theater at Oklahoma City University as a Junior dance performance major. She has been part of the American Spirit and Star Dance Companys throughout her student career. She has also been fortunate enough to perform in several productions at the North Carolina State Theater (Flat Rock Playhouse) including West Side Story, A Flat Rock Christmas and Broadway on the Rock. She has also performed at several different venues such as Carnival Cruises, Disney World, the Holiday Bowl, and The Sugar Bowl. Her passion for dance started at a young age at Pat’s School of Dance in Hendersonville, NC where she received a well-rounded education in ballet, tap, and jazz. Brianna’s dream is to be a Radio City Rockette and to continue performing in exciting new productions.

FAYTHE KELLY (BEBE) is from St. Petersburg, Florida and recently graduated with BFA in Music Theatre and a minor in Dance from Elon University (go phoenix!). She is SO excited to be joining the apprentice company and making her professional debut at Flat Rock! You may have recently seen them onstage in Cinderella selling some fabric or puppeteering a mouse. Some favorite theatrical experiences include: Head Over Heels (Pamela), Into the Woods (Choreographer & Baker’s Wife u/s), A Gentelman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Sibella) and many more! Huge thanks to friends and family for the constant support and love. Big shout out to Pantera/Murphy the Agency for their guidance and representation. Fail Forward! www.faythekelly.com

JOSH LEVINSON* (BOBBY) Flat Rock Playhouse debut! Josh is thrilled to be back on the line. His favorite stage credits include West Side Story (Guthrie Theatre, Maltz Jupiter Theatre), Steam Heat (Mason Street Warehouse, world prem), Fiddler on the Roof (Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre), Disaster! and Double Trouble (Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre). Josh was a member of the Resident Acting Company at Barter Theatre, where he entertained the masses in 15 productions in just over 2 years. Highlights there include White Christmas (Phil Davis), Footloose (Willard), Big Fish (Karl the Giant), and The Cottage (Richard). TV/Film: Saturday Night Live, Food that Built America, @JustaGirlonBroadway, Ruff & Tug, Diabolical. BFA Music Theatre, Illinois Wesleyan University. Outside of acting, Josh has run his own professional photography company, JKLphoto, for over 12 years. All the love to Samuel, my dear ones, my killer team of reps, and of course to Lisa and the entire crew here at FRP. I’m dumb online, too: @joshisacreature | www.josh-levinson.com

RESA MISHINA* (CONNIE) couldn’t be happier to be back at the Rock where she spent two summers as an apprentice! You may have seen her as Woodstock in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown or Duffy in Annie, as well as in the ensemble of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, 9 to 5, The Music Man, and Cinematastic: The Music of the Movies. National tour: Boo Who in How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical. Regional highlights: Ivy Watkins in the World Premiere of John Proctor is the Villain (Studio Theatre), Ruki Minami in White Pearl (Studio Theatre), Connie in A Chorus Line (The Wick), Annie in Sunrise Coven (Know Theatre of Cincinnati), The Prom (Pioneer Theatre Company), A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Connecticut Shakespeare Festival), Holiday Inn (The Fireside). Resa represented the city of Tokyo as a speaker at the International Olympic Committee session for the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games candidate city bid. She has a BFA from Rider University and is a proud native of Yokohama, Japan. Lots of love and thanks to Mama, Tata, and Curly.

MATTHEW BOYD MOORE* (MIKE) - Matthew is beyond excited to return to Flat Rock Playhouse this summer. He was previously an Apprentice in 2017, performing in Joseph… Dreamcoat, and Annie. Other credits include The Music Man (Goodspeed Musicals); West Side Story (Virginia Rep Theatre); West Side Story (Mill Mountain Theatre); The Who’s Tommy, and White Christmas (ZACH Theatre). He is a proud Elon University Alum with a BFA in Music Theatre. Many thanks to Lisa Bryant, J. Taylor Wright, and Ethan Andersen. Endlessly grateful for his Family, Friends, MT18, and MBJ.

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JESSIE J. POTTER (BEBE / VICKI) is thrilled to make her Flat Rock Playhouse debut in Cinderella and A Chorus Line! Jessie graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Honors Program from Marymount Manhattan College, with a B.F.A in Musical Theater and a minor in Communications. Regional credits include her work with the MacHaydn Theater (Judy Turner in A Chorus Line, Soupy Sue u/s Little Sally in Urinetown, and Ensemble in Kiss Me, Kate), touring with KIDS From Wisconsin (Principal Singer/Dancer), and her performances at the Theresa Lang Theatre at Marymount Manhattan (Flo in Good News, Manson Trio u/s Catherine in Pippin, and Assistant Choreographer/Swing in Carrie). Jessie is also an accomplished gymnast, and plays piano and guitar. In her free time, she enjoys rocking out to 70s Rock and 80s Hair Metal. She would like to thank her family and friends for their love and support, and Flat Rock Playhouse for this amazing opportunity!

STEVEN RADA* (PAUL) is thrilled to be back on stage in a fully staged production since the pandemic hit. Film/TV: Sundown, This is B.S. a Miniseries, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and General Hospital. National Tours: Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer - Madison Square Garden. Regional: West Side Story (Chino) - Sioux City Symphony, Anything Goes - Utah Shakespeare Festival, A Chorus Line (Paul), Evita (Che) and Cats (Mungojerrie). Steven also recently graduated from The Institute of Culinary Education and is currently a chef in multiple locations in NYC. Thank you to Lisa, J. Taylor, Ethan, and everyone at Flat Rock—it was worth the 3 year wait. And to Eddie for supporting him constantly—I love you. You are all incredible. @radadada08

COLE REASONER (FRANK) is excited to return to the Flat Rock Playhouse stage after performing in previous A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas shows as well as West Side Story as Baby John. Cole is a rising sophomore at West Henderson High School and part of the award winning dance studio, Pat’s School of Dance. He trains and competes in all forms of dance including tap, ballet, and hip hop. Cole thanks his parents and studio directors as well the directors of the Flat Rock Playhouse for allowing him to perform and pushing him to become a better entertainer.

PAITYN REASONER is a Hendersonville native, where she just graduated from West Henderson High, and completed 7 years of dance at Pat’s School of Dance. She is thrilled that Flat Rock Playhouse is welcoming her again. She has done the last two seasons of A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas and is excited to jump into A Chorus Line. She wants to thank her parents and teachers for pushing her towards new opportunities.

MADY BEC ROGERS (KRISTINE) is so excited to be back at The Rock! Her FRP mainstage credits include: Cinderella, West Side Story, Mozart to Pop Chart, and Mamma Mia!. She also had the privilege of touring and performing in Letterland Alive and Greetings from North Carolina. Some of Mady’s other credits include: Rocky Horror Show (Janet), Will Rogers Follies, Sister Act, and Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. She graduated with her BFA in musical Theatre from Rider University. A special shout out to family, friends, Jennie and Shannon at MMV for all of the support! Thankful and grateful for the gift of theatre. @madybecrogers

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HENRIQUE SOBRINHO (DON) comes all the way from Marietta, GA and is so excited to be back at Flat Rock Playhouse as a second year apprentice! You might’ve seen him on the Main Stage last season in: West Side Story and Mozart to Pop Chart. Also, performing with his fellow vagabonds in the Playhouse Jr. Tour! Since then, Henrique has been cruising the world as a lead vocalist on Royal Caribbean’s Radiance of the Seas. Henrique graduated from Young Harris College in May of 2022 with a BFA in Musical Theatre. He would like to thank all of his professors, friends, and family for their constant love and unwavering support and would also like to give a special shout-out to his Flat Rock Playhouse family for bringing him back and giving him such a wonderful opportunity. He is beyond excited to be home. Here’s to seconds! Cheers! henriquesobrinho.com

CHRISTOPHER TIPPS* (RICHIE) I am thrilled to finally be making my Flat Rock Debut! Thanks To God and Beyoncé! Credits: Scuttle - The Little Mermaid (TUTS), Grand Master Chad - Legally Blonde (The Muny), Jerome Robbins Broadway, Memphis, The Wiz! (TUTS), Lyle, Footloose! The Musical (MUNY). “Pros”, Encores! (Disney Plus) Special shoutout to My Tribe Jayson, Raven, Nathan, Gabe, and Tyra! And shout out to my favorite heartbeat Tyler for all the love and support. @Justthetipps

AMANDA TONG* (JUDY) Amanda Tong (Judy) can’t believe she’s joining the line to tell this epic story. Last seen on the Rocks amazing stage playing Annelle in Steel Magnolias and in Cinderella. Some of her past favorite regional credits include: Regional Premiere Flashdance (Gloria); Into The Woods (Cinderella); Escape To Margaritaville (Rachel); Man of La Mancha (Antonia); Saturday Night Fever (Stephanie)*Winner for Most Impressive Actress in a Lead Role; Godspell (Robin); Marvelous Wonderettes (Cindy Lou); Regional Premiere Rock of Ages (Constance, u/s Sherrie); Crazy For You (Polly); I Love You, You’re Perfect Now Change (Woman 1); A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas, Daughter of Society (Herself) *New York SummerFest Winner for Best Vocalist in a New Musical; A Wall Apart-Air Supply Musical New York Musical Festival. Amanda is a member of the USO Show Troupe where she has had the honor and privilege to travel all over the world performing for our troops, veterans and their families. Her extreme gratitude to Lisa, Taylor, Lauren and the rest of the Flat Rock family. To her favorite dance partner, her husband Sean, I love you. Proud member of Actors Equity. Galatians 6:9

EMILY GRACE TUCKER* Originally from California, Emily is based in NYC, living in NJ with her loving partner, two dogs and many house plants. Favorite credits include: The Little Mermaid (Ariel: Tuacahn Amphitheater & The Gateway), Cinderella (Ella: Musical Theater West) Elf the Musical (Jovie: National Tour/MSG, AC Coastal Carolina, Beef and Boards), Tangled the Musical (Rapunzel: Disney Theatrical), Shrek the Musical (Princess Fiona),The Sound of Music (Liesl: Tuacahn Amphitheater), La Cage Aux Folles (Goodspeed) and many more. Emily is also the creator and owner of EGTCreative Sheet Music Art (@emilygracetucker) and is a keynote speaker and professional event host (@shadesofshowbiz) For Mom.

ALEXANDRIA VAN PARIS* (CASSIE) is thrilled to be returning to Flat Rock Playhouse in the show that is so close to her heart. She was last seen on the Flat Rock stage as Jean Harlow in the World Premiere of Chasing Rainbows: Road to Oz. Previous credits include the Pre-Broadway Lab Revival of Crazy For You with Tony Award-Winning director/choreographer, Susan Stroman; Cassie in A Chorus Line (Off Square Theatre Co); Sheila/US Cassie in A Chorus Line (Arts Center of Coastal Carolina); Bombalurina in CATS (Beef & Boards); and Velma Kelly in Chicago (The Legacy Theatre). Love to Taylor. Thanks to Lisa and J. Taylor for giving her “ the chance to dance” @alexandriavanparis

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PARKER VIATOR (LARRY) Parker is a recent graduate of the University of Mississippi and is beyond excited to be a part of such a beautiful show. You might have previously seen him in Flat Rock Playhouse’s Cinderella! Other recent credits include Little Shop of Horrors, Into the Woods, White Christmas, Legally Blonde, and Ordinary Days. Parker thanks his family, friends, Lizzo (his cat and the artist), and the entire creative team at Flat Rock Playhouse! @parkerviator

JASON WATSON* (ZACH) Jason returns to the Leiman stage in this, his first production of A Chorus Line. He couldn’t be more thrilled to take on the role of Zach. You might remember Jason from his previous appearances in Mamma Mia!, Catch Me If You Can, and A Flat Rock Christmas. Other favorites are Mamma Mia! on Broadway and the National Tour of Next to Normal. Love to Lisa, this amazing cast, the entire staff and crew here on the rock, and of course, his own rock - Kathleen, Jake, and Adeline! 5, 6, 7, 8!

JAHLAYNIA WINTERS (LAURA / TRICIA) is a first year apprentice at Flat Rock Playhouse and is incredibly stoked for the 2023 season! A native of Calhoun, GA, Winters recently graduated from Young Harris College in May 2023. You may have recently seen Winters make her Flat Rock debut in Cinderella! Although a rookie, this will be Jahlaynia’s second professional contract, as last summer she was a cast member of The Lost Colony. Winters is thankful for this opportunity, and is excited to further her craftsmanship in artistry and discover more of her own personhood throughout her time as a vagabond. She would like to thank her mentors, family, and friends for the over pouring amount of encouragement and guidance through love and light. Cheers to new beginnings!

J. TAYLOR WRIGHT* (GREG / DANCE CAPTAIN) J. Taylor Wright is a theater maker, performer, musician and educator from Waxahachie, TX, with a BFA in Musical Theatre from Coastal Carolina University. Select credits: National Tour and Chinese Premiere of A Chorus Line, afterglow (Off B-way), Hangar Theatre, The Cape Playhouse, New London Barn Playhouse, Northern Stage, Uptown Players. He is beyond thankful to be back at Flat Rock Playhouse this summer with an opportunity to do the work he loves. Unending thanks to my family, Lisa, Ethan, Baba, Michael, and Ryan. Thank you for supporting the arts, now more than ever. Visit j-tw.com to learn more.

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THE PRODUCTION CREW

Adam Goodrum – Production Manager

Joshua Stewart – Associate Production Manager

Bill Muñoz* – Production Stage Manager

Amelia Driscoll* – Assistant Stage Manager

Madelyn Hawver – Assistant Stage Manager

Dennis C. Maulden – Scenic Designer

Morgan Shea – Assistant Scenic Designer

Brandon McIver – Technical Director

Mike Sarisky – Assistant Technical Director

Deborah Samuelson – Head Carpenter

Coleman Campbell – Carpenter

Willow Heichel – Carpenter

Steph Charaska – Scenic Charge

Shaly Farmer – Assistant Scenic Charge

Audra Tibbit – Scenic Artist

Ben Hamann – Head of Lighting and Projections

Joey Stitt – Head Electrician

Georgia Fenimore – Staff Electrician

Riley Hewitt - Electrician

Paul Kwok - Electrician

Kayla Walkup – Electrician

Taylor Jeffries - Projections Programer

Ashli Crump – Costume Shop Manager

Brooke Davies – Assistant Costume Shop Manager

Ansley Juan – Hair and Makeup Designer

Amy Pavelka – Head of Wardrobe

Rebecca Conway – Draper

Betty Miller – Stitcher

Jasmine Armstrong – Stitcher / Wardrobe Assistant

Ali Surrett – Costume Craftsperson

Katherine Wells – Costume Shop Volunteer

Kurt Davis – Head of Audio

Mason Sams – Audio Engineer

Sam Wood – A2 Microphone Technician

Rory Brownell – Props Manager

LISA K. BRYANT (ARTISTIC DIRECTOR / DIRECTOR) This season marks Lisa’s ninth year as the Artistic Director for the State Theatre of North Carolina. Beginning her FRP career as an Apprentice, Lisa has been proud to serve the theatre through the years as a student, Equity actor, teacher, and director. Select favorite FRP performances include Velma Von Tussle/Hairspray, May/The Affections of May, Bianca/Kiss Me, Kate, and Peggy Sawyer/42 nd Street. Favorite Directing projects include 2022’s West Side Story, Amadeus, RENT, My Fair Lady, Once On This Island, and so many more. Lisa is proud to have introduced the critically successful Black Box Series last year where she directed the hilarious God of Carnage and brought South African playwright Athol Fugard’s Blood Knot to WNC. DO NOT MISS this year’s Black Box production of Shakespeare’s popular MACBETH coming this October. As ever, a special thanks to the extraordinary Playhouse Staff and every artist whose talent, dedication, and passion make ‘The Rock’ rock! Finally, a heartfelt thanks to the patrons, donors, sponsors, and volunteers who keep the theatre going year after year. We literally would not be here without you, and we are forever grateful for your faithful friendship and support.

ETHAN ANDERSEN (MUSIC DIRECTOR) is Flat Rock Playhouse’s Resident Music Director and has also served as a writer, actor, apprentice director, and apprentice in his 12 years at the playhouse. He was the music director and conductor of the Saturday Night Fever national tour and Elon University’s Music Theatre program. On Broadway, he’s played piano for Mean Girls and Company and conducted for BCEFA’s Easter Bonnet Competition. As a writer, Ethan is a member of the BMI Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop, ASCAP, and Dramatists Guild. His musicals, Rootabaga Express!, Letterland Alive!, and Greetings from North Carolina! were inaugural productions for the Playhouse Jr. program, and his new musical, Slowpoke! premieres this fall. Ethan received a BFA in Music Theatre from Elon University. ethan-andersen.com

ADAM GOODRUM (PRODUCTION MANAGER) Adam graduated from UNC School of the Arts in with a B.F.A. in Technical Direction. After graduating he went to Goodspeed Opera House where he spent 3 years climbing the ranks from a Carpenter, Lead Welder, Master Carpenter to their Assistant Technical Director 2007. He then moved to DC to become Signature Theatre’s Technical Director. After a year with Signature he returned to Goodspeed to take over as their Technical Director where he stayed from 2009-2013. In 2013 Adam moved closer to home and joined the Flat Rock Playhouse staff where he took on the position of Technical Director, and in 2014, he moved up to be the Production Manager. Adam is happy to have found his place back in his home state of NC where he is closer to family and friends and where he and his wife, Samantha welcomed their first child Ryden to the Vagabond Family in 2018.

JOSHUA STEWART (ASSOCIATE PRODUCTION MANAGER) Originally from the Midwest, Joshua traveled the US as a production manager and stage manager prior to settling in Western North Carolina. He has worked with companies such as Florida Grand Opera, the Atlanta Opera, Utah Festival Opera and Musical Theatre Company, and Rutgers University Mason Gross School of the Arts, among others. Joshua holds a Master of Fine Arts in Stage Management from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a Bachelors of Science in Theatre Production from Illinois State University, and is a member of the American Guild of Musical Artists.

BILL MUÑOZ* (PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER) This year marks Bill’s 32 nd season at Flat Rock Playhouse. Starting out as an apprentice in 1985, through subsequent years, he went from Scenic Carpenter to Actor to Stage Manager to Fight Choreographer to year-round staff as Production Manager. Although now he “stepped down” to only be hired seasonally, he always looks forward to return to this special community at the “Rock.” Special thanks to those who support live theatre and make the arts an important contribution to society. Much love to his wife and daughter, the two most important people of his life.

AMELIA DRISCOLL (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) is thrilled to be back at Flat Rock Playhouse working on another fantastic production. In 2012, she graduated from UNC Wilmington with a BFA in Creative Writing and a minor in Theatre. Since then, she has worked as an Production Stage Manager or Assistant Stage Manager for theatres in North Carolina, South Carolina, and California. She would like to thank the cast, crew, production team, and everyone at FRP for making this a wonderful experience. Finally, to her friends and family, a huge thank you for their endless support and love.

LINDSEY A. MOSS* (PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER) is beyond thrilled to be back at Flat Rock Playhouse and to be part of this wonderful production. Previous credits include Hairspray, Les Miserables, The Last Five Years, Miss Saigon, and Annie (among many others) at FRP; Vrooommm! at Triad Stage; and Twelve Dates of Christmas-2017 & 2018, The Lifespan of a Fact, The Roommate, and Be Here Now at North Carolina Stage Company. Many thanks to Lisa, Adam, Anne, this INCREDIBLE cast of strong women, and the entire FRP team for inviting me back and a BIG thank you to YOU for supporting the return of live theatre.”

MADELYN HAWVER (ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER) is so excited to be making her Flat Rock Playhouse debut! In 2021, Madelyn graduated from the University of Cincinnati (CCM) with her BFA in Stage Management. While in college she stage managed at local theatres Know Theatre of Cincinnati and Pioneer Playhouse. Since graduation, she’s had the privilege of stage managing at theatres in South Carolina (Long Bay Theatre, Southeastern Summer Theatre Institute) and Florida (Gulfshore Playhouse). She is so thankful to her family, friends, and mentors for their unconditional support and love.

BEN HAMANN (HEAD OF LIGHTING AND PROJECTIONS) Ben first joined the FRP family in 2019 as the Head Electrician and in 2022, he stepped into a new role as the Resident Lighting Designer & the Head of Lighting and Projection. He is a North Carolina native, growing up in the Raleigh metro, and holds both a BA and MA in Theatre Arts from Bob Jones University. His favorite shows to work on at FRP have been The Lion, The Witch, & The Wardrobe, Mamma Mia, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, and Turn of the Screw. His other lighting design credits include Guys & Dolls, Mary Poppins (Overshadowed Theatrical Productions); Christmas Cabaret (Younts Center). In his free time he also designs and consults for Pinkish Floyd, a local tribute band. He would like to thank his friends and family for their love and support.

KURT DAVIS (SOUND DESIGNER) graduated from The University of Mississippi in 2015, receiving a B.F.A. in Theatrical Design & Production emphasizing in Sound Design. Since then, he has worked in multiple performing arts venues across the country, including Shakespeare Theatre Company in Washington, DC, New Stage Theatre in his hometown of Jackson, Mississippi, and The Brevard Music Center in Brevard, North Carolina. Kurt is excited to return to Flat Rock Playhouse for his second season! Favorite designs include MAMMA MIA, GOD OF CARNAGE (Flat Rock Playhouse), THE LEGEND OF GEORGIA MCBRIDE (Warehouse Theatre), BRIGHT STAR, and SWEAT (New Stage Theatre).

ANSLEY JUAN (HAIR AND MAKEUP) This is Ansley Juan’s first season at Flat Rock Playhouse as their Wig and Makeup Artist. She has spent the past 5 years learning and expanding her craft as a wig technician and stylist, and is excited to share that with everyone here this season.

DENNIS C. MAULDEN (SCENIC DESIGNER) Apprenticed with the Playhouse in 1967 and continued for 11 years as Equity Stage Manager and Scenic Artist. He became Resident Scenic Designer in 1985 and joined the full-time staff in 2000. With an MFA degree from UNC-Greensboro in 1977 and membership in United Scenic Artists, New York Local #829, Maulden has designed standard and classical repertory works, experimental projects, new plays, operas, and musicals in regional, university, and New York theatres. Proud to have contributed to the theatre’s physical and aesthetic growth, artistic production quality, and strong educational development, Dennis feels particularly blessed to be a part of the Playhouse family. denniscmaulden.com

RORY BROWNELL (PROPS MANAGER) Born in Maryland and raised in South Dakota, Rory Brownell is a Prop Artist and Manager returning to the east coast for his first summer here at Flat Rock Playhouse. Rory loves working on anything fantastical and everything historical. He is overjoyed to begin the summer season with Ring of Fire. *Rory Brownell also works freelance, and makes custom commission work under the moniker, RGB Props.*

BRANDON MCIVER (TECHNICAL DIRECTOR) is celebrating his second season with Flat Rock after joining the theatre at the very end of the season last year. He has worked in numerous scene shops in various capacities over the last 20 years. In 2003 he moved to Columbia, SC where he began his theatre career as ATD with Trustus Theatre. Throughout his artistic adventure, Brandon has worked as a carpenter, painter and props and scenic designer for many if not all of the theatre, dance and opera companies in Columbia. He has also designed/built scenery, special effects and props for independent film and commercial video. On a smaller scale, Brandon has built scenery and served as puppeteer for the Columbia Marionette Theatre. After relentless vacationing in WNC for the last 15 years, he decided to finally become a resident. Brandon is excited and grateful to his new friends at FRP for giving him a chance and having him aboard.

FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE STAFF

Managing Director...............................................................................................................Lex Green

Producing Artistic Director.............................................................................................Lisa K. Bryant

Resident Music Director..............................................................................................Ethan Andersen

Production Manager..................................................................................................Adam Goodrum

Associate Production Manager..................................................................................Joshua Stewart

Technical Director.......................................................................................................Brandon McIver

Education Programs Manager....................................................................................Lauren Hopkins

Major Gifts Officer.......................................................................................................Kim Hinkelman

Development Manager..................................................................................................Olivia Palmer

Development Associate.................................................................................................Debra Nelson

Marketing Director......................................................................................................Christy Souther

Videographer.....................................................................................................................Jeb Purcell

Box Office Manager.......................................................................................................Stephanie Orr

Assoc. Box Office Manager...........................................................................................Jade Anastasia

Customer Service Representative........................................................Meredith King, Alyson Gooch

Patron Services Manager..............................................................................................Heather Smith

House Managers.........................................Emmett Casey, Vicki Leeds, Jessica Casey, Libby Morris

Facilities Manager.............................................................................................................Paul Feraldi

Assistant Facilities Manager + Concessions...................................................................Bryan Taylor

Head of Lighting.............................................................................................................Ben Hamann

Head of Sound Kurt Davis

Resident Costume Designer / Costume Shop Manager.....................................Ashli Arnold Crump

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Flat Rock Playhouse’s founder, Robroy Farquhar, settled in this beautiful mountain region to celebrate the joys of nature and create a safe haven to practice his craft. In 2021, we continue to embrace the quiet serenity of our beautiful surroundings with The Leiman Garden of Remembrance.

David and Sharon Leiman donated this hallowed ground in memory of the six million Jews and millions of other men, women, and children murdered by Nazi Germany. The garden invites us all to remember, learn, reflect and NEVER FORGET.

David and Sharon first came to Flat Rock Playhouse in 2016 for the all-star hit production, Million Dollar Quartet. We are honored and overjoyed to call this dynamic duo part of the Flat Rock Playhouse team of patrons, donors, and volunteers.

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