Playbill for Iona Prep Players' 'Fully Committed'

“Fully Committed” by Becky Mode

Directed by Jason Summers

Edited by Paul Ashton

Moderated by Charles Sloat

The Iona Prep Players

President Nicholas Moscati

Secretary Kira Schaefer

Vice President Kirk Petrie

Cast Marcus Ferreira* ​ ​………………………………………. Hector/Mr. Decoste Paul Ashton* ………………………………………….. Oscar/Laryngitis Guy Kirk Petrie* ……………………………………………………..

Curtis/Steven

Brady Hogan* …………………………………………………………….. Sam Ariel Saunders ……………………………………………... Gloria Hathaway Peter Winter ………………………………………………………... Jerry Miller Jacob Hirschorn ……………………………………………….. Smarmy Man Angel Rojas …………………………………………………………………. Bob Bridget Donovan* ………………….... Mrs. Winslow/Jean-Claude’s Wife Aurora Marcianti ……………………………………. Midwestern Secretary Jennifer McNamee ………………………………………. Paramount Lady Elizabeth Hunter* ……………………………………………….

Judith Rush

Natalie Dunckley* ………………………………………………... Mrs. Sebag Felicity Ruiz* …………………………...… Mrs. Watanabe/AT&T Operator Gino Diminich II* ……………………………………………….. Jean-Claude Ava Pallotta* ………………………………. Carolann Rosenstein-Fishburn Kelly McGarvey* ………………………...... Nancy/Sexy Recorded Voice James Haddad* …………………. Sam’s Dad/Sheik’s Right Hand Man Logan Arena …………………………………………………………….... Chef Jude Michelini ………….. Dominick Veccini/Rick from Carson Aviation Gabriella Iannace …… Depressed Secretary/Bell Atlantic Recording Woman Nicholas Moscati* …………………………………………. Bryce/Mr. Zagat Courtney McAloon* …………………………………………...…. Stephanie Kira Schaefer* …………………………………………....…. Mrs. Vandevere *Indicates a senior cast member

Who’s Who in the Cast

Nick Moscati​ is ecstatic to be playing the role of “Bryce,” the effeminate assistant to kourtney kardashian in this makeshift zoom production. Nick is so proud of his fellow Prep Players and would like to give a special shout-out to director Jason for putting together this show in such a difficult and unprecedented time. He would also like to thank his fellow cabinet members who have made the show as successful as it can be. He hopes you all grab some popcorn and enjoy the show!

Kira Schaefer ​is a senior at The Ursuline School and is so excited to be

playing the role of Mrs. Vandevere in her last fall play as a Prep Player!

She is extremely proud of everyone involved and is so proud to be their secretary. She thanks Jason, her fellow cabinet, and Paul for everything they have done to make this show happen! She will miss this group so

much next year and wishes them well in future shows!

Kirk Petrie ​is a senior at Iona Prep and Vice President of the Prep Players.

This is his 6th show with the Prep Players and he is excited to be playing the contrasting roles of Curtis and Steven in Fully Committed. Kirk congratulates the rest of the cast on putting up a spectacular show despite the circumstances. He would also like to thank Jason and Mr. Sloat for organizing and directing virtual rehearsals, Paul Ashton for editing the show and Nick and Kira for their efforts as part of the cabinet.

He hopes you enjoy the Prep Players’ first virtual performance from wherever you are!

Gino Diminich​ is thrilled to be a part of the Prep Players production of Fully Committed where he plays Jean Claude, the uppity french maitre de. This is his sixth show at Iona Prep and he would like to thank everyone involved in the production. When he’s not acting, Gino likes to build up a collection of wacky suits, draw, film, and make tea while at school. Previous roles include Gaston in Beauty and the Beast, a knight in Shrek, and the Major General in The Pirates of Penzance.

Courtney McAloon​ is a senior at TUS and is overjoyed to be performing in her tenth production with the Prep Players. She has loved watching this community grow together over the past few years, and it truly holds a special place in her heart. She would like to thank Jason for being the absolute BEST and for still making a show happen during this crazy year. She can’t believe this is her last fall play with the Prep Players, and wants to thank them all for their constant love and support.

Ava Pallotta​ is ecstatic to be playing the role of Carolann Rosenstein Fishburn in Fully Committed! She is an Ursuline senior performing in her fourth Iona Prep Players production. She would like to thank Jason Summers for believing in her since she couldn’t differentiate between her left and right feet during middle school choreography. She would also like to thank the AMAZING cabinet who just so happen to be her AMAZING friends, Kira, Nick, and Kirk!!

Felicity Ruiz​ is a senior at The Ursuline School and this is her third show with the Prep Players! She would like to thank Jason and the whole cast for being able to come together and put on a show through these challenging times!

Brady Hogan ​is a Senior at Iona Prep. This is his first major

performance he is taking part in and he is playing the lead role, Sam: the struggling actor and receptionist. Although the virtual setting is foreign, he is excited to take part in this new format and to play my role to the best of his ability.

Marcus Ferreira ​is a senior at Iona Prep. In the play you’re presumably about to watch he will be playing Hector, the mysterious Mr. Decoste, and one

surprise character.​ ​Fully Committed​ is his first play, although it being virtual

certainly makes it different than usual. Nonetheless, he is super excited to be part of the show and to have the opportunity to use his voice.

Bridget Donovan​ is a senior at Maria Regina. This is her sixth show at Iona and she is so grateful that everyone had the opportunity to still have a play. She thanks Jason for all his hard work and the Prep Players for giving their all in this play. She hopes you enjoy the show and her roles of Mrs Winslow and Jean Claude’s Wife!

Elizabeth Hunter​ is a Senior at Maria Regina High School and this is her 7th Prep Players Production. She is beyond excited for you to see and enjoy the show and hopes you love it as much as she does. Previously, Liz has been starred as Hildy Johnson in the Front Page and Rosebud in the Mystery of Edwin Drood. Liz would like to thank her amazing family for their support and Jason for putting the show together! Thank you for watching!! :)

James Haddad ​is a senior at Iona Prep. This is his first play and he is so grateful to Jason and the Prep Players for this opportunity!

Natalie Dunckley ​is a senior at Maria Regina High School and portrays Mrs. Sebag in Fully Committed. This is her fourth production with the Iona Prep Players. With the Prep Players she has previously been in Seussical (Ensemble), Kill Me Deadly (Lady Clairmont), and Will the Real Martian Please Stand Up? (Grandpa). Natalie has also performed in Aladdin Jr., Annie Jr., 12 Angry Jurors, Our Town, and The Front Page. She is thrilled to be in Fully Committed and would like to thank Jason and her fellow cast members for making it such a wonderful experience.

Aurora Marcianti ​is currently a junior at Maria Regina High School. This is her third year performing with the Iona Prep Players. Although it has been difficult not being able to see each other in person, Aurora is incredibly proud of all her fellow cast members for doing such a great job putting this show together.

Aurora would like to thank Jason Summers and the Prep Players’ cabinet for organizing a show that will hopefully lift everybody’s spirits during such an unusual time.

Jennifer McNamee​ is a junior at Maria Regina High School and this is her fourth show at Iona. Jennifer is happy to be back with the Prep Players even if we're not performing under normal circumstances. She would like to thank Jason, the cabinet, and the other players for working so hard to put this show together! Hopefully, we'll be able to perform together on stage soon!

Angel Rojas ​is a Sophomore at Iona Prep, and he has acted in many shows before. He played a cop in “Hairspray Jr.” and “Thoroughly

Modern Millie Jr.” He later played Jaime Gutierrez in Iona’s “Kill Me Deadly” and a background character in one of the Twilight Zone episodes. He is very excited to return to action as Bob in “Fully Committed”!

Kelly McGarvey ​is a senior at The Ursuline School and this is her first Iona Prep Production. She has performed in plays at Ursuline, such as Beauty and the Beast and The Woman Who Came to Dinner. She’d like to say thank you to Jason and everyone else in the production!

Jacob Hirschhorn ​is 14 years old and in 9th grade. He is very happy to be participating in “Fully Committed” and thanks Jason Summers!

Ariel Saunders​ is a freshman at Maria Regina and an avid musical theater student. Currently part of the “Spelling Bee” cast with Riverdale Children’s Theater. She is proud to participate in this production and thankful to be given the opportunity to be part of this Virtual cast.

Logan Arena ​is currently a Freshman at Iona Preparatory School. Prior to attending Iona Prep Upper School, Logan attended Iona Lower school where he participated in many school plays. Upon his 8th grade graduation he received the St. Genesius Award for Drama.

Gabriella Iannace​ is a Sophomore at The Ursuline School and is thrilled to be appearing in Iona Prep’s first virtual performance! She has appeared as Elaine in the Iona Prep Players’ production of Night of Noir and as Anthony in their student-directed episode of “It’s a Good Life” from The Twilight Zone. She thanks her director Jason for his support and hopes you all enjoy the show!

Paul Ashton​ plays the crazy old guy named Oscar. He also edited the play, adding in the music, background noise, and a bunch of other stuff you'll see when the play airs. It's his first time acting in a play, and it was honestly more fun than he would have expected. He hopes you enjoy the show!

Peter ​is a freshman at Iona Prep and excited to be playing in Iona Prep Player’s show Fully Committed. Peter is thrilled to

be playing Sam’s best friend Jerry Miller in this company. This is Peter’s first play with Prep Player’s after several shows with a neighborhood theater company. He wants to thank Jason, the cabinet and Paul for everything they have done to make this show happen during this challenging time. It’s been a crazy year and he’s so happy that he is able to be part of the show and its success.

Previous Iona Prep Players Productions

Fall 2019: Night of Noir Spring 2019: Seussical Fall 2018: Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon Spring 2018: Shrek Fall 2017: All in the Timing Spring 2017: The Addams Family Fall 2016: Silent Laughter Spring 2016: The 25​th ​Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee Fall 2015: All Night Horror Madness Spring 2015: Mrs. Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge Fall 2014: Leading Ladies Spring 2014: Little Shop of Horrors Fall 2013: The Complete History of America (Abridged) Spring 2013: How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying Fall 2012: The Man From Earth Spring 2012: The Boys Next Door Fall 2011: Do Re Mi Spring 2011: Black Comedy Fall 2010: Secrets Every Smart Traveler Should Know Spring 2010: Swinging On A Star Fall 2009: Silent Laughter Spring 2009: Bikini Beach Bloodsuckers Fall 2008: Little Me Spring 2008: Clue: The Musical Fall 2007: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) Spring 2007: Fully Committed

Fall 2006: Smokey Joe's Café Spring 2006: Fools Fall 2005: Showtime!

Spring 2005: Disturbing Behavior Fall 2004: Arsenic and Old Lace Spring 2004: End of the World With Symposium To Follow Fall 2003: The Odd Couple Spring 2003: On Borrowed Time Fall 2002: Harvey Spring 2002: Amateurs Fall 2001: You Can't Take It With You Spring 2000: The Pajama Game Spring 1999: Damn Yankees Fall 1998: The Diary of Anne Frank Spring 1998: My Favorite Year Fall 1997: Entertainment Profile Spring 1997: Class Dismissed Fall 1996: The Play's the Thing and There are Songs To Sing Spring 1996: The Boyfriend Fall 1995: An Evening of One Act Comedies and Songs Spring 1995: 1940's Radio Hour Fall 1994: Are We Here Yet? Spring 1994: Barnum Fall 1993: An Enemy of the People Spring 1993: Cole 1992: Oklahoma!

1991: Anything Goes 1990: Little Shop of Horrors 1989: Oliver 1988: Grease

1987: West Side Story 1985: Barnum 1984: Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat 1983: Man of La Mancha 1982: West Side Story 1981: Godspell 1980: Pippin