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3rd Annual Outdoor Musical
JULY 18-20, 2023
The Ledge Amphitheater
Auditions: April 22 & 25 | ages 18+
guys and dolls
SEPT 15-24, 2023
Paramount Center for the Arts
Auditions: June 24 & 25 | ages 16+
a year with frog and toad kids
5th Annual Youth Artist Project
OCT 7-14, 2023
Helgeson Learning Lab Theatre
Youth Artist Interviews: June 19 & 20
Open to all local high school students
Auditions: July 31 & Aug 1 | ages 8-17
Little Women
OCT 27-NOV 5, 2023
Paramount Center for the Arts
Auditions: Aug 2 & 5 | ages 14+
Disney's Beauty and the beast
NOV 25-DEC 10, 2023
Paramount Center for the Arts
Auditions: Aug 30 & Sept 2 | ages 10+
The Lightning Thief:
The Percy Jackson Musical
FEB 2-11, 2024
Paramount Center for the Arts
Auditions: Oct 28 & Nov 1 | ages 12+
silent sky
MARCH 8-17, 2024
Helgeson Learning Lab Theatre
Auditions: Dec 6 & 9 | ages 16+
Footloose
APRIL 5-21, 2024
Paramount Center for the Arts
Auditions: Jan 10 & 13, 2024 | ages 16+
Native Gardens
MAY 10-19, 2024
Helgeson Learning Lab Theatre
Auditions: Feb 14 & 17, 2024 | ages 18+
WELCOME FROM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
LACEY SCHIRMERS
Omigod, you guys!
It’s my honor to welcome you to Legally Blonde the Musical, the final show of our 22/23 season at the Paramount Center for the Arts. This season has gone by, like, so fast! And, it’s been seriously successful and such a joy. We intentionally made our set fall apart and turned the Helgeson Learning Lab into a train. We produced and performed two different shows at two different venues simultaneously for the holidays. We welcomed over 3,500 students and educators back to the theatre for student matinees and produced our fourth annual youth artist project. We’ve had record numbers of people showing up to auditions, many sold-out performances, and more requests than ever from community partners for our outreach programming for youth. As Elle Woods would say, “What? Like it’s hard?” As a nonprofit organization, it's the loyal support of our community and generous contributions of time, talent, and treasure of our volunteers, donors, and sponsors that have helped fuel this success.
It’s also a great honor to invite you to our 2023/24 season! Selected with consideration from over 1200 season subscribers, volunteer actors, GREAT’s programming committee, staff, and Board of Directors (and, what we could get the rights to)next season is beaming with variety. Pick three or more shows to become a Season Subscriber and save up to 30% versus purchasing single tickets! And don’t miss out on summer theatre camps! Whether participating to advance their skills or trying theatre for the first time, camps give youth ages 4-18 a safe place to express themselves, meet new friends, gain confidence, and develop teamwork skills. Plus they’ll make many memories!
Thank you for supporting the arts by attending today and being part of our story. Enjoy the show!
With gratitude, Lacey
welcome
Legally blonde: the musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.MTIShows.com
show length
Approximately 2 hours plus a 20 minute intermission
SYNOPSIS
Congratulations, you’ve been accepted to Harvard Law! Based on the smash hit movie, Legally Blonde the Musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods from a pink-loving sorority girl to a Harvard law student. Follow our blonde heroine as she tackles all obstacles, overcomes stereotypes, and educates us all on staying true to your dreams through rousing songs and dynamic show-stopping dance numbers. Actionpacked and exploding with memorable songs and dances – this musical is so much fun it should be illegal.
VIDEOgraphy notice
Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.
content advisory
The script of this tongue-incheek comedy contains adult language, stereotyping and sexual innuendo.
lEGALLY blONDE the musical
Music and Lyrics by Book by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown
And the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Original Production by Hal Luftig, Fox Theatricals, Dori Berinstein, James L. Nederlander, Independent Presenters Network, Roy FUrman, Amanda Lipitz, Boradway Asia, Barbara Whitman, FWPM Group, Hendel/Wiesenfeld, Goldberg/Binde, Stern/Meyer, Lane/Comley, Bartner-Jenkens/Nocciolino and Warren Trepp; Produced in association with MGM Onstage, Darcie Denkert and Dean Stolber.
production team
DIRECTOR
MUSIC DIRECTOR
CHOREOGRAPHER
CHOREOGRAPHY ASSISTANT
SCENIC DESIGNER
SCENIC DRAFTING
ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
SCENIC CARPENTERS
SCENIC CHARGE ARTIST
SCENIC PAINTER
COSTUME DESIGNER
COSTUME SHOP LEAD
PROP DESIGNER
LIGHTING DESIGNER
SOUND DESIGNER
STAGE MANAGER
ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGERS
ASL INTERPRETERS
Kendra Norton Dando
Hillary Vermillion
Kyle Weiler
Maureen Sherman-Mendez
Reiko Huffman
Kim Lartz
Ross Harris
Anthony Schrock
Chris Caballero
Luke Reber
Bonnie Bologna
Jasmyn Linn
Dana Svensson
Jessica Mancini
Bonnie Bologna
Grant E. Merges
Steve Sanders
Amanda Kivel
Rebekah Phifer
Kaiden Ross
Jeanna Borgerding
Valerie Vedder
crew
DECK/PROPS
WARDROBE CREW
FLY RAIL OPERATOR
LIGHT BOARD OPERATOR
QLAB OPERATOR
FOLLOW SPOT OPERATORS
Jill Kothman
Anna Grandlund
Nik Berger
Alvina Lieser
Zakyra Smith
James Onofrey
Erin Volker
Keira Gray
Micah Alm
Maria Warhol
MARGOT/ELLE UNDERSTUDY
SERENA
PILAR
EMMETT PAULETTE
CALLAHAN WARNER
VIVIENNE
BROOKE/DANCE CAPTAIN
ENID HOOPES
GAELAN/CHUTNEY UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
KATE/COURT STENOGRAPHER/ENSEMBLE
LEILANI/MARGOT UNDERSTUDY/EMSEMBLE
SORORITY GIRL/CASHIER/ SERENA UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
DELTA NU/DANA/ENSEMBLE
COURTNEY (SALESWOMAN)/ELLE'S MOM/ PAULETTE UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
ELLE'S DAD/CALLAHAN UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
GRANDMASTER CHAD/CARLOS UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
WINTHROP/ELLE'S DAD UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
LOWELL/D.A. RILEY/ENSEMBLE
SUNDEEP/NIKOS UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
AARON SCHULTZ/EMMETT UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
WHITNEY/STORE MANAGER/JUDGE/VIVIENNE UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
DEWEY/PFORZHEIMER/TV REPORTER/ KYLE UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
NIKOS/ENSEMBLE
CARLOS/WARNER UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
KYLE/ENSEMBLE/AARON UNDERSTUDY
CHUTNEY/2ND PERFUME SALESGIRL/BROOKE
UNDERSTUDY/ELLE'S MOM UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
JET BLUE PILOT/GUARD/ENSEMBLE
KIKI THE COLORIST/ENID UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
BOOKISH CLIENT/DELTA NU SWING/ PILAR UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE
H&H SALESGIRL/DELTA NU SWING/ KATE UNDERSTUDY/ENSEMBLE BALIFF/ENSEMBLE BRUISER
RUFUS
Kylee Crews
Sam Pounds
Mackenzie Krueger
Martha Sanguma
Spencer Van Beck
Kelly Waid
Anthony Schrock
Kyle Seamans
Alyssa Tasto
Katie Bruender
Alex Kelton
Tierney Hammer
Elizabeth Kothman
Ellis Meyer
Alana Wesenberg
Chloe Roed
Abby Schnobrich
Chad Holien
Travis Bunkers
Jeff Kirchoff
Matthew M. Toumi
Denzel Kazeze
Mitchell Hurrle
Celena Hansen
Matt Trombley
Nick Benner
Mark Reber
Luke Reber
Allison Legg
Nate Lundstrum
Cameron DeVillers
Ashleigh Cola
Ellie Hayden
Zavawn Smith
Dewey Trooper
orchestra
KEYBOARD 1
KEYBOARD 2
BASS
GUITAR DRUMSET
PERCUSSION
VIOLIN
Christina Tourino
Jacob Hennigs
John Tetrault
Jake Hagedorn
Matt Nelson
Matt Nelson
Arriana Schwab
VIOLIN TRUMPET 1
TRUMPET 2
TROMBONE HORN
REED 1
REED 2
CONDUCTOR
Felix Shousse Tourino
Tony Hutar
Elizabeth Ford
Jared Bade
David Gouker
Amanda Jansen
Mary Beth Kulander
Hillary Vermillion
ELLE
cast
The Elle Woods we know and love started out not at Harvard, but at Stanford Law School. It was there that Amanda Brown, author of the book Legally Blonde, penned the story of our favorite blonde heroine with pink ink on pink paper, pointedly ignoring her professors’ lectures.
Amanda Brown, daughter to two lawyers, thought of her story as a parody of law school with its fascinating characters, stressful course loads, and interpersonal pitfalls. Before long, her idle writings became stories and then a book. The heroine in Brown’s manuscript, Elle, was different from the one we’ve seen in the Legally Blonde movie and musical. In Brown’s book, Woods was judgemental, problematic, and disinterested in learning about law or helping others.
Once it was finished, Brown sent her manuscript to various publishers and film studios. Publishers ignored the book, but MGM saw potential in the work. A few changes later (Elle became a whirlwind of positivity instead of being hypercritical, Paulette gained a heart-warming character arch, and Stanford wanted nothing to do with the project, so it was set at Harvard) the pink-centric story was ready for cameras.
The film, starring Reese Witherspoon as Elle, was released in 2001 and was an instant classic, earning $20 million in its opening week.
It wasn’t long before the fun and hopeful story was adapted for the stage by Heather Hach, with music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin. They made further changes to the story, combining some characters and removing others (Elle’s strict professor Stromwell is removed, so Callahan kicks her out of class instead), revamping Elle’s admission “essay” (no longer a video, but a big dance number) and of course, turning the heft of the story’s action into song and dance numbers.
In 2006, Legally Blonde The Musical opened at the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco to positive reviews, largely aimed at the stellar and genuine performances given by the cast. The show moved to Broadway in 2007 and ran for just over a year. Since then, it has played on The West End, won an Olivier Award for Best New Musical, and inspired people (regardless of hair color) all over the world!
References:
Reilly, Kaitlin. “How Are the 'Legally Blonde' Movie & Musical Different? Here Are the 11 Biggest Changes.” Bustle, Bustle, 13 July 2016, https://www.bustle.com/articles/168557-how-are-thelegally-blonde-movie-musical-different-here-are-the-11-biggest-changes.
Kaplan, Ilana. “‘Legally Blonde’ Oral History: From Raunchy Script to Feminist Classic.” NY Times, NY Times, 8 July 2021, https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/08/movies/legally-blonde-oralhistory.html.
dramaturgy
director's note
Kendra Norton Dando
I first saw Legally Blonde the Musical in 2007 when I was attending a theatre conference in NYC. I rolled my eyes but wasn’t about to turn down a free ticket to a Broadway show. About twenty minutes into Act I my colleagues and I turned to each other…this show held promise…snappy lyrics, dynamic choreo, dogs on stage…we were laughing out loud and genuinely enjoying ourselves. Maybe I shouldn’t have been so quick to judge.
Fast-forward a few years and here we are in 2023, bringing Legally Blonde to the Paramount for the first time. The show still makes me laugh and it still has dogs (yeah!) and though things have changed significantly over the last sixteen years, the experience of Elle Woods is still relevant today.
Legally Blonde is a show that leans into stereotypes—some eliciting laughter while others make us cringe. But it’s through these stereotypes that we are asked to consider our own judgments and perceptions. As Elle comes to terms with who she is in a place that seeks to define her based on appearance, we also confront questions of loyalty, idealism, and what it means to be true to self.
So welcome to the world of Elle Woods…a world of blonde, of sisterhood, of pink. And also a world of defining and defying expectations. To thine own self be true.
OMIGOD YOU GUYS
SERIOUS
DAUGHTER OF DELTA NU WHAT YOU WANT
THE HARVARD VARIATIONS BLOOD IN THE WATER POSITIVE
IRELAND
IRELAND (REPRISE)
SERIOUS (REPRISE)
CHIP ON MY SHOULDER RUN RUFUS RUN/ELLE REFLECTS SO MUCH BETTER
Elle, Margot, Serena, Pilar, Delta Nus, Manager, Saleswoman
Warner, Elle
Serena, Margot, Pilar, Delta Nus
Elle, Delta Nus, Mom, Dad, Grandmaster Chad, Kate, Winthrop, Lowell, Pforzheimer, Margot, Serena, Pilar, Company
Emmett, Aaron, Sundeep, Enid, Students
Callahan, Students
Serena, Margot, Pilar, Elle, Greek Chorus, Paulette
Paulette
Warner, Elle
Emmett, Elle, Greek Chorus, Company
Elle
Elle, Greek Chorus, Company
20 minute intermission
act II
WHIPPED INTO SHAPE
DELTA NU NU NU
TAKE IT LIKE A MAN
BEND AND SNAP
GAY OR EUROPEAN
LEGALLY BLONDE LEGALLY BLONDE REMIX SCENE OF THE CRIME
FIND MY WAY FINALE BOWS
Brooke, Callahan, Company
Elle, Brooke
Elle, Emmett, Salespeople
Serena, Margot, Pilar, Paulette, Elle, Salon Folk
Elle, Callahan, Enid, Vivienne, Emmett, Warner, Brooke, Carlos, Nikos, Judge, Company
Elle, Emmett
Vivienne, Enid, Elle, Company
Margot, Serena, Pilar, Judge, Elle, Brooke, Delta Nus, Company
Elle, Paulette, Company Company
act I
Nicholas Benner (NIKOS, ENSEMBLE) works for Fraser as a Behavioral Technician. In his free time, Nick enjoys playing video games and board games, and spending time with his niece and nephew. He has been in many GREAT productions including Disney’s Descendants, Newsies, and The Little Mermaid
Travis Bunkers (GRANDMASTER CHAD, CARLOS U/S, ENSEMBLE) is a delivery driver at Gary’s Pizza. Travis’s history with GREAT includes shows like Mamma Mia! and The King and I. Travis decided to get involved with Legally Blonde because he likes working with fun people. Outside of work and theatre, they like rock climbing, video games, and horror movies.
Katie Bruender (BROOKE, DANCE CAPTAIN) works as an Accounting Associate, is an avid reader, and bakes jaw-droppingly cute cookies. Katie’s been in GREAT productions of White Christmas, Mamma Mia!, and Chicago. Katie is bringing her expertise with dance to the role of Brooke!
Ashleigh Cola (BOOKISH CLIENT, DELTA NU, PILAR U/S, ENSEMBLE) works in Acquisitions at Procore Technologies. She’s been involved with GREAT productions both onstage and behind the scenes—you may recognize her from Little Shop of Horrors or The Play that Goes Wrong. Ashleigh enjoys theatre, swimming, and taking a bubble baths.
Kylee Crews (ELLE) is an honors student at SCSU, double majoring in Early Childhood Education and Spanish. She likes to spend her time enjoying theatre, reading, or cross-stitching. Kylee has been in GREAT productions of Grease!, White Christmas, and Little Shop of Horrors Kylee is thrilled to take the stage for Legally Blonde!
Cameron DeVillers (KIKI THE COLORIST, ENID U/S, ENSEMBLE) is a stylist at Great Clips. She has been in productions ranging from Fiddler on the Roof to The Rocky Horror Show, along with GREAT productions of Matilda and Mamma Mia!. When she’s not gracing the stage, Cameron might be painting, doing design work, or out seeing a show!
Tierney Hammer (GAELAN, CHUTNEY U/S, ENSEMBLE) is a Dance and Gymnastics Instructor at North Crest! She’s been in GREAT productions including White Christmas, Grease!, and Mamma Mia!. When Tierney has time to spare, they like to sew, paint, and shop for shoes.
Celena Hansen (STORE MANAGER, WHITNEY, JUDGE, VIVIENNE U/S, ENSEMBLE) is an Administrative Assistant at the St. Cloud Hospital. When she has free time, Celina likes to read, watch old movies, and paint with watercolors. Celena decided to audition for Legally Blonde because she’s had fun with past GREAT shows, Grease! and White Christmas.
Ellie Hayden (H&H SALESGIRL, DELTA NU SWING, KATE U/S, ENSEMBLE) is a Marketing Specialist at Central Minnesota Mental Health Center. Ellie has been in GREAT productions of Beauty and the Beast and Mr. Popper’s Penguins. In her spare time, Ellie likes to have game nights with friends, read, hike, and spend time with her dogs!
Chad Holien (ELLE’S DAD, CALLAHAN U/S, ENSEMBLE) is an Orthopedic Surgeon at St. Cloud Orthopedics. Chad loves learning new things with each show he is in, and meeting people at different stages of their own theatre journeys. He has been in GREAT shows such as White Christmas, Mamma Mia!, and Beauty and the Beast. When he’s not onstage, Chad likes to watch sports, travel, and cook.
Mitchell Hurrle (AARON SCHULTZ, EMMETT U/S, ENSEMBLE) is a Registered Nurse on the NICU at the St. Cloud Hospital. Mitchell auditioned for Legally Blonde because he loves the music, but also because he loves meeting new people in each show he’s in. Mitchell’s theatre history includes GREAT productions of The Play that Goes Wrong, Mamma Mia!, and Grease!, among many others.
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Denzel Kazeze (SUNDEEP, NIKOS U/S, ENSEMBLE) is a full time student at Anoka Ramsey Community College, and likes to stay active, whether that means sports, dancing, or working out. Denzel auditioned for Legally Blonde because he wants to keep improving his singing and dancing, a journey he started with GREAT’s recent production of Black Nativity. Denzel’s ultimate goal is to become an entertainer.
Alex Kelton (ENID HOOPES) catalogues books at the public library. Alex decided to audition after learning of Legally Blonde from “Pansies,” by Alexis Hall. From there, she listened to the cast recording, and with some encouragement from her partner, auditioned! When they’re not at rehearsal or work, Alex might be studying French, drawing, or experimenting with whiskey-based cocktails.
Jeff Kirchoff (WINTHROP, ELLE’S DAD U/S, ENSEMBLE) is the Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences at St. Cloud Technical and Community College, as well as an avid hiker and disc golfer. Jeff was in a number of productions in high school, such as Bye Bye Birdie and The Importance of Being Earnest, and recently returned to theatre with GREAT’s production of White Christmas. Jeff is excited to sharpen his theatre skills and meet new people with Legally Blonde!
Elizabeth Kothman (KATE, COURT STENOGRAPHER, ENSEMBLE) is a senior at Sauk Rapids-Rice High School. Elizabeth sees theatre as an escape from the hustle and bustle of high school life, and as a way to meet new people and explore new parts of herself! Elizabeth has been in productions of Legally Blonde, Shrek, and Freaky Friday, among others! When she’s not in class or onstage, she likes to play games, listen to music, and hang out with friends!
Mackenzie Krueger (SERENA) is a power-lifter, a painter-by-numbers, and a server at Granite City Food and Brewery, among other things. Mackenzie graduated from UMD with a musical theatre degree, and has been pursuing a career in the arts ever since! She’s been in many productions, including BARE: A Pop Opera, and recent GREAT productions of Matilda and Little Shop of Horrors Legally Blonde is a show Mackenzie has always wanted to do “at least once.”
Allison Legg (CHUTNEY, 2ND PERFUME SALESGIRL, BROOKE U/S, ENSEMBLE) is an accountant at CrowdStreet, a choreographer for local theatre programs including Apollo and St. Cloud Tech, and a Disney fanatic. Allison was drawn to Legally Blonde for the strength of its characters, impressed that every ensemble role has a chance to shine. Allison has been in many GREAT shows, including The Play that Goes Wrong, Grease!, and Clue.
Nate Lundstrum (JET BLUE PILOT, GUARD, ENSEMBLE) works as a scheduling dispatcher in the transportation department of Tri-Cap. Nate didn’t know of Legally Blonde the Musical until he heard that GREAT was producing it, and now he couldn’t be happier to be part of it! His other theatre experiences include Nuncrackers, An Evening of Culture, GREAT’s production of Cinderella, and more!
Ellis Meyer (LEILANI, MARGOT UNDERSTUDY, ENSEMBLE) is a senior at Little Falls Community High School. She has been in many shows, including Kodachrome and GREAT productions of The Little Mermaid and Anne of Green Gables. When she’s not at rehearsal or school, Ellis may be competing at speech tournaments or hanging out with friends.
Sam Pounds (MARGOT, ELLE U/S) works at the St. Cloud hospital as the Specialty Scheduling Assistant for the Endoscopy department. She has been in many productions, including White Christmas, Young Frankenstein, and a GREAT production of Mulan Jr Sam decided to audition for Legally Blonde as a fun and enlivening return to theatre after her studies pulled her away for several years.
Luke Reber (KYLE, ENSEMBLE, AARON UNDERSTUDY) is a custom carpenter. Luke has been in many productions, including Elf the Musical, and GREAT productions of Newsies and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Some of Luke’s favorite pastimes are ultimate frisbee, basketball, and gardening.
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Mark Reber (CARLOS, WARNER U/S, ENSEMBLE) works at Oak Hill Custom Cabinetry building cabinets. Mark has been in almost thirty GREAT productions, most recently appearing in White Christmas, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and Beauty and the Beast. Mark spends his downtime playing sports (especially volleyball), camping, and hiking.
Chloe Roed (DELTA NU, DANA, ENSEMBLE) is a junior at Alexandria Area High School. She has been in many shows, including Chicago, Guys and Dolls, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Chloe decided to audition because she wants to be more involved with musical theatre! Some of Chloe’s favorite hobbies are musical theatre and weight lifting.
Martha Sanguma (PILAR) graduated from beauty school last June, and now works at Waxing the City. She loves reading books, using her imagination, and spending time with friends and family. Martha has been in GREAT productions of Matilda, Mamma Mia!, and White Christmas, and they auditioned for Legally Blonde partially to work with choreographer Kyle Weiler again after working with him on White Christmas
Abby Schnobrich (COURTNEY, ELLE’S MOM, PAULETTE U/S, ENSEMBLE) teaches English at Little Falls Community High School. She also acts, sings, spoils her nieces and nephews, and plays games with her friends! Abby loves Legally Blonde and knew that she had to be part of it as soon as she saw it on Broadway. Many GREAT shows have benefitted from Abby’s performances, including White Christmas, Mamma Mia!, and Matilda the Musical.
Anthony Schrock (CALLAHAN) is a carpenter at GREAT, where he puts his immense woodworking skill to use! A writer and director, Anthony’s most recent local production was Attack Plan Alpha!, and he will be debuting a new play in November. Legally Blonde marks Anthony’s first show back at the Paramount in nearly thirty years. When he’s not working on local theatre productions, Anthony likes to write and paint!
Kyle Seamans (WARNER) is Vice President of Logistics at Brenny Transportation. He has been in GREAT shows such as Singin’ in the Rain, Tarzan, and West Side Story. Kyle grew up alongside GREAT, with his second show, Pollyana, doubling as GREAT’s second show! Kyle likes to game, cook, and explore local breweries and restaurants in his free time.
Zavawn Smith (BALIFF, ENSEMBLE) is a Behavioral Technician at Northway Academy, a model, and a dancer. Zavawn decided to audition for Legally Blonde when he learned about it from several production members of another recent project, Pale Horse Studio's film “Waking Night.” Zavawn has been involved with projects ranging from the music video for Rihanna’s “Cheers” to Preview Models, hosted by Nick Cannon. Legally Blonde is Zavawn’s GREAT debut!
Alyssa Tasto (VIVIENNE) is a paraprofessional within the Sauk Rapids School District and a Teaching Artist with GREAT. She also likes to study history, write stories and songs, and learn new instruments! Alyssa has played Elle in another production of Legally Blonde, and is excited to see the show from a new angle. She has been in shows such as The Rocky Horror Show, and GREAT productions of Grease! and White Christmas.
Matthew M. Toumi (LOWELL, D.A. RILEY, ENSEMBLE) has a BA in Theatre and Film Studies from SCSU, and is a bookkeeper and cashier at Holiday Stationstores. Matthew has been in dozens of GREAT shows, including recent productions of Murder on the Orient Express, Mamma Mia!, and Matilda. Matthew is always looking to get involved with shows that are out of the ordinary, which is why he’s delighted to make Legally Blonde his 62nd show!
Matt Trombley (DEWEY, PFORZHEIMER, TV REPORTER, ENSEMBLE) is the Director of the Masters of Business Administration Program at St. Cloud State University. Matt auditioned because he wanted to work on something amazing and entertaining for the community alongside a talented team! Matt has joined GREAT productions including Mamma Mia!, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and Elf the Musical
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Spencer Van Beck (EMMETT) is a Special Education Teacher at Melrose Area Elementary School. He’s been in many shows, including Grease!, Mamma Mia!, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Spencer decided to audition for Legally Blonde in order to push his own limits and perform on a bigger stage than ever before. In his free time, Spencer might be running, swimming, camping, or spending time with friends and family.
Kelly Waid (PAULETTE) teaches fifth grade at Rice Elementary and sells books at Barnes & Noble. Kelly has loved singing since she was four, and has been in musicals since she was 14, including Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Secret Garden, and Urinetown Legally Blonde is Kelly’s first time onstage in some time, as she’s been focusing on her career. This is also Kelly’s GREAT debut!
Alana Wesenberg (SORORITY GIRL, SERENA U/S, CASHIER, ENSEMBLE) is an Optical Technician at Insight EyeCare. She’s been in shows such as Footloose and Grease!, as well as a GREAT production of The Little Mermaid. Alana is moving to Portland in August, and sees her involvement with Legally Blonde as a way to do something she loves before leaving St. Cloud!
Dewey (BRUISER) is a 5-year old Chihuahua who loves cuddles and snuggles under warm blankets. He is working toward becoming a therapy dog where he will visit nursing homes and hospital patients.
Trooper (RUFUS) is a Boxer mix (including 3% Chihuahua!). He is 9 years old and making his 3rd stage appearance as a canine “actor.” You may remember him from GREAT’s production of A Christmas Story. During his free time, Trooper enjoys climbing on laps for snuggles and long naps in the sunshine.
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FROM THE BOARD CHAIR
Cassie Miles
Welcome to GREAT Theatre’s production of Legally Blonde The Musical! A show that proves that not only is pink a great color, but also (and yes, more importantly) that you should never judge a book by its cover. Actually, it runs deeper than that – with catchy tunes and some hilarious moments – the story of Elle Woods teaches us that we can’t limit ourselves by others expectations OR by our own shortsighted expectations of ourselves.
I hope you’re rocking your best pink outfit and surrounded by friends as you enjoy a night of laughter, inspiration, and a reminder that we can all be a little bit more than we ever dared to dream. After all, that is what GREAT is all about - bringing our community together to experience the transformative power of theatre.
Thank you to our generous donors who help make this possible!
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March 2022 - March 2023
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supporters 2022/23 Volunteers CONTINUED
program support
SPONSORS
Ticket sales cover just 60% of the cost to produce our live theatre productions. From the presenting sponsor to specific effects sponsors, collectively our sponsors help us produce shows of the highest artistic quality.
IN-KIND CONTRIBUTORS
Whether it's marketing and promotion support, travel accommodations for out-of-town designers, food for volunteers, lawn care, prop storage, studio use, or transportation of our sets from GREAT to the Paramount, we are grateful for the businesses that provide in-kind support with their services, allowing us to keep our operational costs low.
OPERATIONAL SUPPORT
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
who we are
mission
Great River Educational Arts Theatre (GREAT) brings the community together through shared theatre experiences.
vision
We ensure everyone in Central Minnesota will have access to the transformative power of the arts.
WE BELIEVE IN:
• Building life skills through quality arts education.
• Eliciting joy, empathy, and self-discovery through live theatre experiences.
• Telling the stories of our community.
• Creating social connections and civic engagement through volunteerism.
• Ensuring accessibility and inclusion for all.
• Providing fiscal integrity and excellent service.
board of directors
Marianne Arnzen
Dan Barth
Joanne Dorsher
Kimberly Foster
Lori Glanz-Gambrino
Buddy King
Chris Kudrna
Cassie Miles (president)
Chad O’Brien
Steve Palmer
Janet Reagan
Mónica Segura-Schwartz
great staff
Jerome Akubue
Bonnie Bologna
Breana Burggraff
Ross Harris
Jasmyn Linn
Nick Loweree
Jessica Mancini
Colin Nord
Kendra Norton Dando
Anita Reber
Keenan Roberts
Lacey Schirmers
Anthony Schrock
Steve Sanders
Dana Svensson
Hillary Vermillion
Langston Hughes' Black Nativity December 2022, Helgeson Learning Lab Theatre
