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PRESENTED BY:

RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN’S

JUNE 9 - JULY 2

MAINSTAGE SEA SON SPONSORS

CHARLOTTE & BOB OTTO

MISSION STATEMENT:

Flat Rock Playhouse, The State Theatre of North Carolina, enriches lives through the art of theatre by sustaining production excellence, nurturing talent, and inspiring creativity in an inclusive safe haven for artistic vision, life-long learning, and creative risk.

FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE’S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION:

Flat Rock Playhouse, The State Theatre of North Carolina, is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive community of artists, patrons, volunteers, students, partners, and supporters where everyone is welcome.

At Flat Rock Playhouse, all people – whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, religion, education, or ability – are valued and respected. As storytellers, we strive to tell stories that reflect and illuminate the diversity of our shared humanity. We are grateful to our community and our audience members for joining us in this shared spirit of inclusion and equity for all.

It is a joy to sponsor the 2023 season of world-class productions created right here at Flat Rock Playhouse.

We hope you enjoy the show. Thank you for supporting Flat Rock Playhouse.

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SPECIAL THANKS TO:

LISA K. BRYANT, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

“I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which ahuman being can share with another the sense of what it is to be a human being.”

–Oscar

Wilde

Welcome to Flat Rock Playhouse, the State Theatre of North Carolina. Visitors have been making their pilgrimage to the great flat rock for over 70 years now. While many of our patrons have indicated that they can’t get enough of the ‘creative,’ and ‘unique,’ and ‘free’ parking experience we provide (ahem), it seems that most keep coming back for the professional excellence of our productions! It’s possible that the gorgeous Appalachian Mountains, surrounding shops, and yummy restaurants have some impact as well. But mostly, we know that it’s the parking they can’t get enough of. Sorry, I mean the professional excellence!

Ok, seriously—every season, the staff and artists who make up Flat Rock Playhouse come from all over the country to lend their passion, talent, and skill to the craft of making live theatre happen. As a producing theatre we design and build everything you see on stage ourselves: the props, the costumes, the scenery, lighting, and sound. We cast the actors, rehearse everything right here on property, sprinkle some world-class musicians on top, and then SHAZAM! —it’s another opening of another fantastic show. The truth is, it’s kind of a miracle that it all comes together the way it does. Fortunately, we are blessed to work with incredible talent on stage and off. And each member of the team desires nothing less than creating an experience second to none for our audience.

As theatre artists and artisans, we love bringing the words and worlds found in a script to life on the stage. We know that great theatre challenges how we think and encourages us to fantasize about a world we aspire to or to contemplate worlds previously unknown. Theatre teaches lessons about life, society, and emotion. It is a magical craft capable of transforming each of us and fostering epiphanal experiences that can change lives and hearts. Also, it’s really fun!

Shakespeare wrote that “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.” Whatever role you play at Flat Rock Playhouse—patron, donor, volunteer, or parking enthusiast, — we are profoundly grateful. Thank you for playing your parts so faithfully, and for your shared love of our beloved Playhouse on the great flat rock.

Sincerely yours,

Lisa K. Bryant Artistic Director

A MESSAGE FROM OUR BOARD OF TRUSTEES PRESIDENT

MIKE WEITZEL

Everyone associated with Flat Rock Playhouse, the staff, performers, musicians, production crew, interns and apprentices, volunteers, and the Board of Trustees welcome you to the 2023 season. If you saw one or more of the Music on the Rock® concerts earlier this year, you felt the excitement that we have all come to know on the Rock. And that was just the beginning. Every month you are welcome to come back to the Rock to see another outstanding presentation. From the Bard’s work to the casting of A Chorus Line, from The Girl on the Train to the girls in Steel Magnolia, and of course, our Christmas show, we have something for everyone all year long.

I am always amazed at the effort it takes to put on a production. Everything you see and hear is “Made at the Playhouse”. Glance at the set, it was designed, built, painted, and set up by the production crew. Notice the detail. There is a lot more to the Playhouse than meets the eye on opening night. The Actor housing, the costume shop, the Playhouse Jr. rehearsal hall, the administrative offices, and more are all part of our campus. We even have our own pond.

Please know that all of this could not be happening without your generous support. Whether a season subscriber, a visitor from “up North”, an occasional patron or a long time Vagabond, YOU make a difference. With your patronage, through ticket sales or a generous donation, the lights stay on at the Playhouse. From the very first tent shows in 1952 to tonight’s performance, your “State Theater of North Carolina” has produced so many memorable shows because of community support. Please know that YOU are important to the Playhouse. It is YOUR donation or YOUR ticket purchase that keeps us moving forward.

Now it is time for the show to begin. Soon you will be transported to another place or time where you will be tapping your toes or reaching for a tissue. Enjoy being a part of the Flat Rock Playhouse.

Mike

Weitzel

Board of Trustees President

DIRECTORS

Clyde Allen

Connie Backlund

Suzanne Camarata

Sharon Campbell

Steve Cosgrove

Bob DiBella

Deanna Ellis

Gene Hamme

Robin Hamme

Sherri Holbert

Bruce Holliday

Karolyn Killian

David Leiman

Peg Luy

Tom Marshall

Joff Masukuwa

Larry McGaughy

Charlotte Otto

Turner Rouse

Emily Russell

Janette Sullivan

Michael Sullivan

Michael Weitzel

FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE BOARD OF

Doris, painter

Cinderella is often referred to as a timeless classic. In fact, the earliest known version of the Cinderella story can be traced back to ancient Greece and ancient Egypt, where similar stories with themes of transformation and a mistreated heroine were found. From rags to riches, Cinderella’s timeless tale of magic and hope has captivated hearts for centuries, making it one of the most iconic stories ever told.

Bringing this fresh adaptation to life (with stunning new orchestrations by Flat Rock’s own Ethan Andersen), has been exhilarating from start to finish. Through this iconic score and reimagined script, you’ll see an empowering portrayal of Cinderella’s extraordinary journey. With each step of her glass slipper, her unwavering courage and heartfelt desire remind us all that true strength lies in taking charge of our own stories. Please enjoy this classic story and remember with kindness and determination, you too can make the impossible - POSSIBLE!

THANK

YOU TO OUR SEASON SPONSORS

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA

Music by RICHARD RODGERS

Book and Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II

Adapted for the Stage by Tom Briggs

From the Teleplay by Robert L. Freedman

Director

CHRISTOPHER RICE-THOMSON

Artistic Director

LISA K. BRYANT

Dance Captain J. TAYLOR WRIGHT*

Production Stage Manager BILL MUÑOZ*

Scenic Designer

DENNIS C. MAULDEN

Hair and Makeup Designer

ANSLEY JUAN

Assoc. Projections Designer

DASIA GREGG

Choreographer / Assoc. Director MATTHEW GLOVER

Production Manager ADAM GOODRUM

Assist. Stage Manager AMELIA DRISCOLL*

Lighting Designer BEN HAMANN

Sound Designer ALLEN SANDERS

Technical Director BRANDON MCIVER

THE BAND

Piano / Conductor.............ETHAN ANDERSEN

Percussion...............................PAUL BABELAY

Bass.......................................ANDY PRESTON

Music Director ETHAN ANDERSEN

Assoc. Production Manager

JOSHUA STEWART

Assist. Stage Manager

MADELYN HAWVER

Costume Designer ASHLI CRUMP

Projections Designer

PATRICK W. LORD

Props Manager RORY BROWNELL

Reeds..................................MISTY RONDEAU

Violin..............................MARIYA POTAPOVA

Trumpet..................................CHRIS IMHOFF

THE CAST

JANAE HAMMOND*......................Cinderella

LADONNA BURNS*..............Fairy Godmother

CHLOE FOX*.................................Stepmother

KAITLYN LOUISE SMITH*.......................Grace

KALEY WERE*............................................Joy

XAVI SOTO BURGOS*.........Prince Christopher

SCOTT TREADWAY*................................Lionel

KATHLEEN WATSON...........Queen Constintina

GALLOWAY STEVENS*...........King Maximilian

ENSEMBLE: ZETH DIXON, KAITLYN HARRINGTON, BRIANNA HASTON , FAYTHE KELLY, BEN MACKEL*, RESA MISHINA*, ZACK OLDS, JESSIE J. POTTER, STEVEN RADA*, COLE REASONER, MADY BEC ROGERS, HENRIQUE SOBRINHO, CHRISTOPHER TIPPS*, AMANDA TONG*, PARKER VIATOR, JAHLAYNIA WINTERS, J. TAYLOR WRIGHT*

CINDERELLA is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization. www.concordtheatricals.com

THE VIDEOTAPING OR MAKING OF ELECTRONIC OR AUDIO AND/OR VISUAL RECORDINGS OF THIS PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTING RECORDINGS OR STREAMS IN ANY MEDIUM, INCLUDING THE INTERNET, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED, A VIOLATION OF THE AUTHOR(S)’S RIGHTS AND ACTIONABLE UNDER UNITED STATES COPYRIGHT LAW, FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT: https://concordtheatricals.com/resources/protecting-artist.

THE CAST

FAYTHE KELLY Ensemble

BEN MACKEL* Ensemble RESA MISHINA* Ensemble

ZACK OLDS Ensemble

HENRIQUE SOBRINHO Ensemble

JESSIE POTTER Ensemble

STEVEN RADA* Ensemble COLE REASONER Ensemble MADY BEC ROGERS Ensemble Assistant Dance Captain

ZETH DIXON Ensemble BRIANNA HASTON Ensemble KAITLYN HARRINGTON Ensemble

GALLOWAY STEVENS* King Maximilian

XAVI SOTO BURGOS* Prince Christopher SCOTT TREADWAY* Lionel KATHLEEN WATSON Queen Constintina

JANAE HAMMOND* Cinderella KALEY WERE* Joy

LADONNA BURNS* Fairy Godmother

CHLOE FOX* Stepmother

KAITLYN LOUISE SMITH* Grace

AMANDA TONG* Ensemble PARKER VIATOR Ensemble

JAHLAYNIA WINTERS Ensemble J. TAYLOR WRIGHT* Ensemble

CHRISTOPHER TIPPS* Ensemble

1. Prologue

2. The Sweetest Sounds

3. The Prince is Giving a Ball

4. In My Own Little Corner

5. Boys and Girls Like You and Me

6. The Sweetest Sounds Reprise

7. In My Own Little Corner Reprise

8. Fol-De-Rol

9. Impossible

10. It’s Possible

There will be a 15 minute intermission. Visit our Gift Shop, get a refreshment, enjoy the grounds.

SONG LIST

11. Entr’acte

12. Gavotte

13. Loneliness of Evening

14. Cinderella Entrance & Waltz

15. Ten Minutes Ago

16. Stepsister’s Lament

17. Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful

18. Twelve O’Clock

19. Do I Love You Because Reprise

20. When You’re Driving Through the Moonlight

21. A Lovely Night

22. A Lovely Night Reprise

23. The Search

24. There’s Music in You

25. Bows

Songlist subject to change

PRODUCTION STAFF

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

Devon West - Carpenter Overhire

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 - Overhire Electrician

Paul Kwok - Overhire Electrician

Kayla Walkup – Electrician

Taylor Jeffries - Projections Programmer

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

Duke Domingue - Costume Crafts

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

Lane Shoemaker – Assistant Props Manager

Sam Powers – Props Artisan

JANAE HAMMOND* (Cinderella) was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri and recently finished working on Disney’s newest ship, The Wish. There she portrayed Tiana in Seas the Adventure and understudied Ariel and Jasmine in The Little Mermaid and Aladdin. This show has always been a dream of hers, and she is excited to share the magic with all of you!

LADONNA BURNS* (Fairy Godmother) is a New York based singer and actress, born and raised in Indianapolis, IN. She is thrilled to make her debut at Flat Rock Playhouse this summer. NY credits: White Girl in Danger (Nell standby), Caroline, or Change (Caroline Thibodeaux- Audelco Awards Lead Actress in a Musical nominee), Follies (Stella - New York Innovative Theatre Award for Outstanding Featured Actress), Unraveled (Anna). National Tours: RENT (Seasons of Love Soloist) and Seussical (Sour Kangaroo). Regional credits include Sister Act (Sister Mary Lazarus), All Shook Up (Sylvia), Smokey Joe’s Café (BJ), Ain’t Misbehavin (Armelia). World Premiere of Grace at Ford’s Theatre. She had the honor of performing the characters of Miss Lynch and Teen Angel in Grease at the International Theater Festival in Macau, China. You may have seen her on the 2016 Rockefeller Tree Lighting Ceremony on NBC singing background vocals for Jordan Smith and Pentatonix and at the 60th Grammy Awards singing with Sam Smith. A proud member of Broadway Inspirational Voices! Thank you to her family and friends for their constant support, especially Chris C. Thank you Brian at Hell’s Kitchen Agency. I dedicate this performance to all of my angels.

CHLOE FOX* (Stepmother) made their professional debut at Flat Rock Playhouse in Cats (Bombalurina), and is thrilled to be back! 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. Next up Sheila in A Chorus Line here at Flat Rock Playhouse! Chloefox.com

KAITLYN LOUISE SMITH* (Grace) is ecstatic to be making her Flat Rock Playhouse debut! A recent graduate of the Mean Girls First National Tour, Kaitlyn was in the ensemble as Sonja Acquino and founded @changeisfetch, a social advocacy page for the tour’s company members. A favorite role of hers is Tracy Turnblad, played most recently in the RCCL’s inaugural production of Hairspray on the Symphony of the Seas. Originally from St. Louis, Missouri, Kaitlyn is proud to have been in numerous productions at the MUNY. She received her BFA in Musical Theatre from Indiana University. Go Hoosiers! “Mountains of gratitude to this incredible cast, crew, and team, specifically Chris Rice-Thomson, who got me here today! A huge thank you to my agents at Avalon Artists Group and all of my mentors and teachers for their endless support. All my love to my family, friends, and dog Jovie for always being there for me. And to Nick—my own prince charming, fiancé, and constant companion—I can’t wait to come back to North Carolina and marry you in October! You’re my happily ever after!” @kaitlynlsmitty

KALEY WERE* (Joy) is thrilled to be making her Flat Rock Playhouse debut in this beautiful production! Credits include - National Tours: Annie (Ensemble, Grace Farrell U/S, Lily Sit. Regis U/S), The Wizard of Oz (Ensemble, Glinda U/S, Aunt Em U/S). Regional: Franklin Performing Arts Center (Mary Poppins), Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma (Oklahoma!, Big Fish, Billy Elliott, Mary Poppins). Cruise Line: Disney Cruise Line (Magic, Fantasy, Dream). Endless thanks to Chris, Flat Rock Playhouse, Katie and Violet at Pantera/Murphy, my family, and always Benjamin.

XAVI SOTO BURGOS* (Prince Christopher) is super excited to be joining the Flat Rock Family! Previously, you might’ve seen him performing on Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish, playing the role of Aladdin in Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular. Thanks to the real ones who believed in me. This is for you. Bronx Proud! Instagram: @xavi.s.b

SCOTT TREADWAY* (Lionel) 2023 marks season forty for this Vagabond who started at the Playhouse in 1984 as an apprentice. Favorite shows at FRP include, The Drowsy Chaperone, Rounding Third, Dial M For Murder, The 39 Steps, God Of Carnage, The TUNA Shows, among bunches of others. Thank you for supporting the Playhouse!

KATHLEEN WATSON (Queen Constintina) is a NC native, and is so excited to be back performing on the FRP stage, this season! After years of living in NYC, LA, & Las Vegas, & performing in a Broadway national tour, Regional theatres, & cruise ships (as a headliner), She & her family have made Asheville, NC their home. You may have seen her in several of the FRP Christmas shows, or last fall as Donna in Mamma Mia! Other local appearances around the Asheville area include Lucy in Bright Star, Cindy Lou in The Marvelous Wonderettes, and Marmee in Little Women. She is so thankful for her sweet babies Jake and Addie, and for her on and off stage husband, Jason, for supporting her dreams. Special thank you to Matthew, Lisa, & the FRP family.

GALLOWAY STEVENS* (King Maximilian) is a native of the Hendersonville, NC area, and has recently returned after a twenty plus year hiatus performing all across the USA, and greater parts of Asia. The past seven years he has served as Associate Artistic Director, Company Manager, and Resident Artist for Oregon Cabaret Theatre located in beautiful Ashland, OR. Some of Galloway’s more recent highlight credits include Sweeney Todd in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Sam Phillips in Million Dollar Quartet, Dr. Frank-nfurter in The Rocky Horror Musical, Billy Flynn in Chicago, The Emcee in Cabaret (Oregon Cabaret Theatre); Bruce Bechdel in Fun Home, Cervantes/Don Quixote in Man of La Mancha (Harlequin Productions); Jud Fry in Oklahoma! (Pacific Conservatory Theatre). Instagram: @thegallo_way

ZETH DIXON (Ensemble) 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.

KAITLYN HARRINGTON (Ensemble) is thrilled to be performing this summer at the Flat Rock Playhouse In Cinderella Enchanted. She has been a dancer in A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas for the past 6 seasons and just recently performed in West Side Story and Mamma Mia!. Born and raised in WNC she has trained at Pat’s School of Dance for 16 years. Being on the performing arts team has led her to many different stages performing in front of thousands of people. These performances include Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Carnival Cruise Lines and Halftime performances at the Orange Bowl with DNCE, Holiday Bowl, Gator Bowl and Sugar Bowl. She credits Pat Shepherd, Sheraton Shepherd-Phillips, Dustin Phillips, and Matthew Glover for their guidance and mentorship for helping her become the dancer she is today. When not dancing, Kaitlyn enjoys the beautiful outdoors and spending time with her family. She’s more than excited to join the Flat Rock stage this summer and appreciates the opportunities she has had at FRP!ing, Kaitlyn enjoys the beautiful outdoors and spending time with her family. She’s more than excited to join the Flat Rock stage this summer and appreciates the opportunities she has had at FRP!

BRIANNA HASTON (Ensemble) 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 (Ensemble / Understudy Grace) is so excited to be a part of Flat Rock Playhouse’s Apprenticeship Company this summer and fall! Some favorite theatrical experiences include: Pamela in Head Over Heels (Elon University), Choreographing Into the Woods (Elon University), Sibella in A Gentelman’s Guide to Love and Murder (PCCA), Reno’s Angel in Anything Goes (Francis Wilson Playhouse), and Ensemble/Asst. Choreo in The Hunchback of Notre Dame (PCCA). She is a proud recent graduate of the BFA Music Theatre program at Elon University. Big thank you to her friends and family for their constant support. Fail Forward! www.faythekelly.com

BEN MACKEL* (Ensemble) is an actor, composer, and singer/songwriter living in Asheville, NC. As an actor, he’s worked regionally in theatre & film including NC Stage Company, Florida Studio Theatre, and as an 8 year resident company member at Barter Theatre. As a composer, he’s had musicals produced at Barter Theatre, South Carolina Children’s Theatre, and Flat Rock Playhouse. As a singer/songwriter, he’s toured extensively with the harmony driven string band, The Blue Eyed Bettys, and a solo project known as Threadbare. More information at theblueeyedbettys.com, & threadbaresongs.com

RESA MISHINA* (Ensemble) 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.

ZACK OLDS (Ensemble) is a Myrtle Beach, SC native and recent graduate from Coastal Carolina University with his BFA in physical theatre. Some of his favorite theatre credits include Linus in You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Atlantic Stage), Junior in Crazy For You (Coastal Carolina University), Billy Nolan in Carrie (Theatre of the Republic), Snowflake in Sunny & Sandy Save Christmas (Long Bay Theatre), and a deviser/ensemble member in a devised show at CCU, Oneiric. His most noteworthy film credits include being featured in Netflix’s Stranger Things (season 4) and Do Revenge. On top of performing, Zack is also a choreographer, instructor, and dance competition judge. Zack is absolutely honored and ecstatic to be here at Flat Rock Playhouse this season! IG: @zactor24 | zackolds.com

JESSIE J. POTTER (Ensemble / Understudy Joy) 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* (Ensemble) 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 Chris, Matthew, 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 (Ensemble) is excited to return to the Flat Rock Playhouse stage after performing in previous 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.

MADY BEC ROGERS (Ensemble / Assistant Dance Captain / Understudy Stepmother) is so excited to be back at The Rock! Her FRP mainstage credits include: 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

HENRIQUE SOBRINHO (Ensemble / Understudy Prince Christopher) 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* (Ensemble) 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

AMANDA TONG* (Ensemble) is so excited to be joining this beautiful cast to tell this classic story. Last seen on this amazing stage playing Annelle in Steel Magnolias. 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, Your’e 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, Matthew, Christopher and the rest of the Flat Rock family. To her very own Prince Charming-Sean, I love you, love you! Proud member of Actors Equity. Galatians 6:9

PARKER VIATOR (Ensemble / Understudy Lionel) is a recent graduate of the University of Mississippi and is beyond excited to be making his Flat Rock Playhouse debut! 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

JAHLAYNIA WINTERS (Ensemble / Understudy Cinderella) 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, where she received a BFA in Musical Theatre. Although a rookie, this will be Jahlaynia’s second journey in North Carolina, 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* (Ensemble) 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. Thank you for supporting the arts, now more than ever. Visit j-tw.com to learn more.

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2023 FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE APPRENTICES

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) 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.

CHRISTOPHER RICE-THOMSON (DIRECTOR) is immensely honored to join the Flat Rock family. He vividly remembers the anticipation he experienced waiting for the Whitney Houston/Disney produced Cinderella telecast to air when he was a kid. That film helped guide him towards a career in the arts that has taken him to Broadway and beyond, so this full-circle moment is really special for him! On stage in NYC and on tour, Christopher has appeared in Hamilton, The Book of Mormon, West Side Story, White Christmas, and Pretty Woman, and others. As an up and coming director and choreographer, he has already earned praise from Diane Sawyer, Ryan Seacrest, Meredith Vieirra, and more! Much love to his husband Clay. For more: ChristopherRiceThomson.com @ChrisRiceNY

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.

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

MATTHEW GLOVER (ARTISTIC ASSOCIATE) In 1998, Matthew became a fellow Vagabond where he fell in love with the theatre at the age of 11 performing in The Sound of Music and The Will Rogers Follies followed by many more productions on the Rock! Thankful to continue to direct and choreograph for FRP. Matthew also creates, directs and choreographs the successful production of A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas which is now in it’s sixth season! After receiving a BFA in Musical Theatre from Elon University, he traveled the world performing in national tours, numerous regional theatres, cruise ships and theme parks. Over the last several years, Matthew has transitioned to the creative side of the theater, wearing many hats that come with the territory. Huge thanks to the FRP Staff and team for bringing me back home!

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.

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.

ALLEN SANDERS (SOUND DESIGNER) is currently on faculty at Virginia Tech School of Performing Arts as the Sound Design Instructor. He holds a BA in theater from UNCG and has had a colorful career with many adventures including regional theater, 15 national tours, and mixing sound on Broadway. Past work includes Resident Sound Designer at Flat Rock Playhouse for two seasons designing such shows as Drowsy Chaperone, 39 Steps, The Producers, Miss Saigon, Hairspray, and others. FOH mixer for A Little Night Music on Broadway (which was a Tony Award nominee for Best Sound Design), Technical Director/Production Manager at the Jefferson Center, Head of Sound at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center in Charlotte NC, FOH mixer on First National Tour of Dirty Dancing, FOH mixer on First National Tour of Cash, Ring of Fire, vacation cover for FOH mixer on First National Tour of Newsies, FOH mixer on National Tour of Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, The Fantasticks, Babes In Toyland, A2 on national tours of Sweeney Todd, Annie, The Who's Tommy (Tokyo), Miss Saigon, and others. Allen has helped produce two small children who gladly take up all his free time. Thanks to my family and especially my wife, Carrie.

PATRICK W. LORD (PROJECTION/VIDEO DESIGNER) [NATIONAL TOUR]: On Your Feet, Hairspray. [NEW YORK]: Lincoln Center: Where Words Once Were; White Plains Performing Arts Center: The Bodyguard: The Musical.  [DC]: The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts: Earthrise, Voyagers, Digging Up Dessa, Where Words Once Were; Shakespeare Theatre Company: Hamlet, Twelfth Night; Everyman Theatre: Dinner and Cake; Olney Theatre Center: Hedwig and the Angry Inch, A Christmas Carol; Gala Hispanic Theatre: On Your Feet: La Historia de Gloria y Emilio Estefan ¡En Español!, Fame: The Musical; 1st Stage: The Phlebotomist, Columbinus; Synetic Theatre: The Phantom of the Opera; Arts Centric: Dreamgirls, The Wiz; Forum Theatre: Love and Information, Building the Wall, Blackberry Winter; Theatre Alliance: Mnemonic (Helen Hayes Award Nomination); Arts on the Horizon: Outside the Lines;; Mosaic Theatre Company of DC: A Human Being Died That Night; Taffety Punk: Don Juan. [REGIONAL] Flatrock Playhouse: West Side Story, South Pacific; People’s Light: Thurgood; Skylight Music Theatre: Ernest Shackleton Loves Me; Croswell Opera House: Beauty and the Beast, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang; Peppercorn Theatre: Desvelado; Ohana Arts: Peace On Your Wings;  EDUCATION: MFA, The University of Texas at Austin. www.patrickwlord.com

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

ASHLI CRUMP (RESIDENT COSTUME DESIGNER / COSTUME SHOP MANAGER)

Ashli has been a Vagabond for 31 years and has led the costume department for over a decade. A graduate of the former FRP Theatre for Young People Conservatory program. She has a degree in Theatre Design and Technology from Appalachian State University. As the Resident Costume Designer, she has designed countless FRP productions. Some of her favorites include West Side Story, South Pacific, All Shook Up, Annie, Chasing Rainbows, Million Dollar Quartet, 9 to 5, The Music Man, Miss Saigon, Les Miserables, Hank Williams Lost Highway, The Little Prince, Peter Pan, and A Christmas Story. Ashli has also worked for New Stage Theatre, Florida Repertory Theatre, Mill Mountain Theatre, South Carolina Children’s Theatre, Blowing Rock Stage Company, The Opera Company of NC, Brevard Music Center, Brevard College, and Sapsis Rigging. You can also see Ashli’s handcrafted jewelry and designs at The Garage on 25 in Fletcher, NC.

ANSLEY JUAN (HAIR AND MAKEUP DESIGNER) 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.

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 The-

FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE STAFF

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

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

Artistic Associate........................................................................................................Matthew Glover

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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THE LEIMAN

Find peace and tranquility in this new garden of remembrance.

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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