24-25 Kalamazoo Civic Theatre - Let it Be

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Senior Class Reader’s Theatre

Developed for the stage by Stageworks Productions and Annerin Productions Originally conceived by Maggie Pitts

October 4 - 13, 2024 Parish Theatre Let It Be is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing Global. (www.broadwaylicensing.com)

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Senior Class Reader’s Theatre presents

Let It Be

Developed for the stage by Stageworks Productions and Annerin Productions Originally conceived by Maggie Pitts

Let It Be was originally produced by Joe Cabral, and Walnut Hill Center for the Arts Let It Be is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing Global. (www.broadwaylicensing.com)

Director Mike Scorzo

Music Director Lori Hatfield

Technical Director Phillip A. Miller

Scenic Designer Justin Muse

Lighting Designer Delaney McKenzie

Properties Master Christopher Lewis

Costume Designer Addie Gorden

Sound Designer Jacob Myny

Stage Manager Kevin Hopp

Maggie Pitts - Original Story Maggie Pitts is an actor, writer, director and choreographer originally from the Boston area. Over the past two decades, Maggie has worked professionally around the United States and United Kingdom performing in musicals, revues, solo vocal concerts and dance performances. She holds a Masters with Distinction in Musical Theater from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and has served on the theater faculty at Wagner College and Walnut Hill School for the Arts.

Annerin Productions - Creator Annerin Productions produced Rain on Broadway, which ran for 12 weeks, and then played another 8 months at the Brooks Atkinson Theater. Rain has been a staple on Broadway touring subscriptions since that time. In 2012, Annerin Productions also produced Let it Be at the Princess of Wales in the West End. The show went on to have two runs at the West End’s Garrick Theatre, one run at the West End’s Savoy Theatre and continues to tour the UK, Japan and Germany. Annerin Productions also produced We Will Rock You, which recently toured for eight months in North America and had a hugely successful run at the Hula Theatre at Madison Square Garden. Under the umbrella of Annerin Productions, Annerin Theatricals is currently developing I Want to Know What Love Is, a new book musical featuring the music of Foreigner.

Stageworks Productions - Creator Stageworks Productions is an internal content development division designed to work with interested authors and underlying rights holders to create new copyrights of authors’ works with the goal of extending the life of copyrights and the value of their brand.

Director’s Note It’s no secret that The Beatles have left an indelible mark on music and culture, but “Let It Be” is about much more than just their iconic songs. In this production, we use their music as a vehicle to tell a larger story—a story of personal growth, conflict, and the challenges we faced as individuals and as a nation during the 1960s and 1970s. Through this lens, the familiar melodies become a backdrop to the experiences of a generation grappling with a changing world.

The songs provide not only entertainment but also a reflection of the emotions and struggles that defined those decades.

What makes this performance even more special is the fact that every member of our cast lived through many of the events portrayed in this musical. These joyful moments and difficult moments will no doubt stir memories for both our cast and our audience. As you watch, we hope this connection resonates with you, creating a shared reflection on how far we’ve come and the remaining challenges.

- Mike Scorzo, Director

All You Need is Love

Cast Mike Artis

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*Civic debut

Musicians - Conductor, Keyboard - Guitar - Bass

- Drums - Guitar

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Director’s Note It’s no secret that The Beatles have left an indelible mark on music and culture, but “Let It Be” is about much more than just their iconic songs. In this production, we use their music as a vehicle to tell a larger story—a story and as a nation during the 1960s and 1970s. Through this lens, the familiar melodies become a backdrop to the experiences of a generation grappling with a changing world. The songs provide not only entertainment but also a What makes this performance even more special is the fact that every member of our cast lived through many of the events portrayed in this memories for both our cast and our audience. As you watch, we hope this we’ve come and the remaining challenges.

- Mike Scorzo, Director

Mike Artis

Lynette Baber

Brian Bay

Martha Bay

Josiah Bildner

Sharalyn Davis

Joni Edwards

Diane Foghino

Traci Glascock

Brian Magnuson

Tammy Mammel

Alan Moerdyk

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Rick Moll

Kris Naftel

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Musical Numbers Act 1 ....................................................... Donna, Company ........... Sharon, Laura, Sharalyn, Candace, Tammy, Diane, Kris .........................................................................................Company ............................................................................................Company ........................................................................................................... Don ................................................................................................. John, Soldiers .................................................... Sharon, Laura, Candance, Sharalyn, Kris, Tammy, Soldiers .........................................................Brian B, John, Josiah, Soldiers ........... Marvinetta, Traci, Kathleen, Laurie, Lynette .............. R.J., Brian B, Josiah, Company ................................................................................... Mike, Company ........................................... Brian B, Don, Company There will be one 15-minute intermission.

Act 2 ............................................................Kris, Gary, Company ............................................................ Rick, R.J., Company ...................................................................Don, Rick, Company ................................................................................................ Marvinetta .............................................................................Diane, Josiah ...............................................................Donna, Company .............................................. Kathleen, Laurie, Traci, Company .............................................................................................Donna, John ....................................................................................... Don, Company .......................................................................................... Traci, Company Back in the USSR ....................................................... Brian B, Donna, Company Let it Be ......................................................................Laurie, Kathleen, Company ................................................................ Donna, Don, John, Company Written by Lennon and McCartney, used by kind permission of Sony Music Publishing

loud noises, and video projections containing depictions of war and the civil rights movement.

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Laurie Nic

Don Plane

Laura Rench

RJ Soule´

Sharon Ward

Dara L Warner

Kathleen Weissert

Candace Williams

Alan

Donna Willoughby

Gary Willoughby

John Wing

Marvinetta Woodley-Penn Scan for Bios

Mike Scorzo Director

Lori Hatfield Music Director

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Production Team

Director .............................................................................................Mike Scorzo Music Director.................................................................................

Scenic Designer ...............................................................................Justin Muse Costume Designer .......................................................................

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Audio Engineer ................................................................................

Assistant Lighting Designer ........................................................

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Properties Artisan ........................................................................

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Production Stage Manager.......................................................

Director of Volunteers ........................................................................Mike Artis Artistic Director ...............................................................

Executive Director.....................................................................

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Acknowledgements Adopt a Show Board Members - Ben Zylman, Stacy Caudill* Production Community Partners - Kalamazoo County Veterans Fund, Battle Creek VA Medical Center Choreography Assistance - Kathleen Weissert & Marvinetta Woodley-Penn scan for video attributions

Meet the Cast Mike Artis (Evan) Originally from Plainwell, MI, Mike Artis serves as the Director of Volunteers for the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre. For many years, Mike was a volunteer that spent much of his spare time at the Civic performing in and crewing shows. In addition to working behind the scenes on more shows than you could count, he has also appeared on stage in State Fair, Jesus Christ Superstar, and The Full Monty (his favorite). Mike has also directed his fair share of shows here at the Civic including The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Forever Plaid, and Parade, later this season. He would like to thank his parents for instilling a love of music in him forever.

Lynette Baber (Olivia) Lynette is thrilled to make her return to the Civic stage after 14 long years.

Lynette’s past Civic credits include Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, State Fair, The Gift, Amahl & the Night Visitor, Man of LaMancha and several Senior Class shows. Her favorite part of theatre is the people (There’s No People Like Show People!) Lynette would like to thank her vocal teacher Mary Hagerman for encouraging her to audition.

Brian R. Bay (Jack) Brian is no stranger to the Civic stage.

On-stage and behind the scenes, Brian has participated in more than 45 productions. Brian got started in theatre when he saw his drama teacher as Charlemagne in Pippin at the Civic in 1978. He was completely entranced by the magic in the production. Some of his favorite roles to date include Dennis Dupree in Rock of Ages, Annas in Jesus Christ Superstar and Gremio in Tamingof the Shrew. Brian is an Associate Broker for Strong Properties and a member of

the Sons of the American Legion. Brian would like to thank his wife, Martha, of 34 years for her support and inspiration.

Martha Bay (Ensemble) I grew up in theater. My older siblings and mom were all involved in the local community theater. The first show I worked on was “Sound of Music.” I was in charge of makeup for the VonTrapp children; I was 12. While service in the U.S. Navy I participated in the community theater on the base in Japan. Shows included “Arsenic and Old Lace” (Elaine) and “Six Rooms, River View.” Moving to Kalamazoo in 1987, I worked backstage on “Music Man.” My now husband was working tech on the show; it was our first meeting. Shows I have either worked on or been in at the Kalamazoo include “Puddin’ and Pete” Piece of My Heart, Whose Life Is It Anyway, Catch Me If You Can, The Piano Lesson, World Goes Round, Tick Tick Boom, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Psycho Beach Party. I love being a part of the larger Civic theater family. My husband and I usually do at least 2 shows together each year since our children have grown up.

Josiah Bildner (Dante) Josiah is very excited to be back at the Civic! Josiah enjoys doing theater on stage at the Civic and Center Stage Theater. Josiah is an accomplished voice actor as well and has narrated more audiobooks than can be counted.

He is a speech language pathologist at Comstock Public School and loves spending time with his family and would like to send special love to his wife Karen, daughter Johannah, and handsome son Caleb.

Meet the Cast Sharalyn Davis* (Ensemble) Sharalyn Davis is thrilled to be making her Civic debut in “Let It Be: A Musical Celebration of the Beatles”. Sharalyn worked as a Music Therapist with Veterans at the VA Medical Center in Battle Creek for the past 30 years. Her life’s work has been directed at helping others find creative expression and joy through the Arts in order to develop resiliency and heal! She enjoyed helping my Veterans prepare for creative arts competitions and festivals as well.

This past year, as a District Governor for Rotary International, she also encouraged service clubs to “Live the Heart of (Rotary) through the ARTS!” to celebrate and build community! Artists lead positive change!! Sharalyn plays in small musical ensembles locally and has traveled to 30 countries on humanitarian service trips. Sharalyn is thrilled to be part of this amazing production with the Civic! Thank you!!

Joni Edwards (Ensemble) Joni Edwards is a long time Civic volunteer. I was in the cast of World Goes Round. I have worked backstage on many shows as a dresser including War Paint, Elf, Dames at Sea, Murder On The Orient Express, Xanadu, Newsies, Meet Me In St. Louis, Clybourne Park, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Big Fish and The 39 Steps. I’d like to thank my family for their support of me pursuing my passion.

Diane Foghino (Bryn) I have been performing in Senior Readers Shows for the last 14 years, most recently The World Goes Round, Side by Side by Sondheim and Is There Life After High School? and Elsa in The Sound of Music with my daughter playing Gretl. I love the camaraderie of working together to create a production and then performing it! I was active with Three Rivers Community Players for over 30 years on the board and performing and directing. I cherish all the theatre friendships I have made over the years there and here at the Civic. Favorite Roles are Kate in Kiss Me Kate, Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes, and Irene Malloy in Hello Dolly. I’m a retired teacher, sing with Blendings Vocal Ensemble, volunteer, spend time with family, walk and take water classes.

Thanks to my family and friends for all their support.

Traci Glasscock (Sgt. Pepper’s Band Singers) Traci is excited to be back on stage at the Civic with the cast of “Let It Be: A Musical Celebration of the Beatles”.

After working with Paw Paw Village players, WMU, and other community productions, Traci took some time off, but came back to volunteer at the urge of her daughter, Val. Outside of theatre, Traci is the bakery manager & pastry chef at Rykses & Co. She also plays oboe in KVCC’s concert band, and sings in the choir at Westminster Presbyterian. Traci also enjoys creating art (mostly jewelry) and tap dancing. She would like to thank her daughters, Val, Sarah, and Rachel for keeping her going!

Meet the Cast Brian Magnuson (Ensemble) Yesterday, I never thought I would audition for a musical. But, with Beatles music: I Feel Fine and told myself I Will. So, with A Little Help From My Friends, and my vocal coach, my voice; it’s Getting Better. And for this musical revue I can help Carry That Weight so we could all Come Together for this Magical Mystery Tour. Hello, Goodbye.

Tammy Mammel* (Ensemble) Tammy has been directing high school and middle school productions since 1996. In addition, she was the stage manager for Avalon School of Dance in Holland, MI and Southwestern Michigan College in Dowagiac, MI. Tammy has performed, directed, stage-managed, or been otherwise engaged in over 50 productions. In 2005, she won Most Valuable Volunteer for stage managing Side by Side by Sondheim at Midland Center for the Arts. Outside of theater, Tammy loves reading, cats, sailing, and being Grammy. She’d like to thank her wonderful husband, Steve, for all of his love and support.

Alan Moerdyk (Ensemble) Alan is a repeat offender in both cast and crew at The Civic. His most recent stage appearance was in “Whose Life Is It Anyway?”

Rick Moll (Jacob) Rick first became a Civic volunteer in 2012 in the Civic’s Senior Readers production of “The Trip to Bountiful”.

Since that time he has been seen in several other Senior Readers productions including last falls production of “ Is There Life After High School ”. Over the years he feels privileged to have appeared in the Kalamazoo Civic’s productions

of” Hands on a Hardbody ‘” “ Young Frankenstein” and “Hello Dolly “ to name a few. Rick is also active with The Allegan Community Players. I’m so very excited to be a part of The Kalamazoo Civic. Thank you Mary for loving me and indulging my performance “hobby”.

Kris Naftel (Ava) Kris Naftel met the Beatles in 1964 after winning WKNR’s 13 Reasons Why I Want to Meet the Beatles contest in Detroit, Michigan. In the Green Room at Olympia Stadium, she spoke with John, Paul and George but was too shy to speak with Paul, her fav of the Fab Four. She did get John’s autograph in his book, In His Own Write, has photographs of the event and a tiny transistor radio which still works.

Kris worked as former Civic Managing Director Jim Carver’s assistant and as Manager of Carver Center Arena Theatre in the mid-‘70’s to ‘80’s. A middle and high school English and Drama/Improv teacher for 30 years, Kris inspired many students with her humor and expertise.

She has performed in many musicals and plays at the Civic, The New Vic, Sister Lakes Theater, and Your Theater in New Bedford, Ma. Most recently she appeared as Frau Blucher in Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein on the Civic Mainstage and Side by Side by Sondheim at the Parish Theatre. Let It Be brings Kris full circle from her first meeting the Beatles to this musical celebration of their lives, 60 years later.

Meet the Cast Laurie L. Nic (Sgt. Pepper’s Band Singers) Laurie Nic is originally from Bailey, Michigan but has lived in the Kalamazoo area for 32 years. Most recently, in the choir for The Hunchback of Notre Dame and ensemble in our production of Disney’s Newsies. Some of her past Civic credits include Willy Wonka (Mrs. Beauregarde), Fiddler on the Roof (Grandma Tzeitel), Songs of the Sixties, and The Great American Song Book.

She has also appeared in the ensemble of Kindleberger Arts’ production of The Wizard of Oz. In her free time, Laurie enjoys traveling, sewing, volunteering, and singing in Blendings ensemble and as a soloist.

Laura Rench (Ensemble) Theater has always been a passion of mine. After an over 20 year hiatus, I decided it was time to get back to it. A little about me: I’ve been married to my

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sweetheart for 25 years. We have two daughters ages 18 and 20. I work at Mattawan Consolidated Schools, where I run the kitchen for the elementary schools. In my spare time I enjoy reading, playing games and crocheting. I am super excited to be part of this show, and I look forward to more opportunities with the Civic.

R.J. Soulé (Billy Shears) R.J. Soulé has been a part of more Civic shows than he can count. He got his start in theatre as a personal dresser for Sandy Bremer in Sugar Babies.

R.J. has had many roles throughout his lifetime but his favorites include Marvin in March of the Falsettos, Wilbur in Hairspray and Tennessee Williams in the one-man play Confessions of a Nightingale. When not at the theatre, R.J. can be found on the hiking trails, be it locally or in the mountains.

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Meet the Cast Sharon Ward (Ensemble) Sharon Ward is excited to be in her sixth production at the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre. Her past credits include The Civic In Song, Vintage Vegas, Songs from the Silver Screen, A Salute to The Red White & Blue, and Grand Ol Music.

Sharon loves the experience of singing and acting as someone other than herself. Outside of theatre, Sharon helps her neighbors in need, sings at various Karaoke venues, assists her Ladies aide group at church functions and enjoys choir, painting, sewing, reading, and playing with her Sheltie. She would like to thank all of her friends and family who encouraged her to step out of her comfort zone and do something for herself.

Dara Lyon Warner (Ensemble) Dara Lyon Warner returns to the Civic Senior Readers’ Theatre as a member of the ensemble in “Let It Be.” Her stage appearances since 2014 were mainly in the Raleigh, North Carolina area, until returning to Michigan in 2019.

Dara’s favorite roles to date have been as MaryJo Kincaid, in “A Piece of My Heart” (Raleigh Little Theatre, 2017), and Kolenkhov, in “You Can’t Take It With You” (Towne Players of Garner, 2018). She also appears in Christine Parker’s independent film, “Blood of the Mummy” (2019).

Kathleen B. Weissert (Sgt. Pepper’s Band Singers) Kathleen, a retired speech and language therapist, has been involved with the Civic for over 40 years as an actress, choreographer, dance instructor and Board member. Her favorite choreographic works were “Crazy for you, Anything Goes, Music Man, and the

award winning Forever Plaid.” Favorite acting roles were experienced in “Dixie swim club, Elf, Matilda, Stepping out and Fiddler on the Roof.” “I’m thankful to the Civic for providing experiences to hone my craft and make lifelong friendships. I would like to dedicate this show to my husband David who is the biggest Beatle fan that I know and the rest of my family. Jazz hands across the pond to Liverpool!”

Candace Williams (Ensemble) Thank you for attending this show! It’s been wonderful reuniting with friends from previous productions. My first show was fourteen years ago and the experience gets better and better.

Vintage Vegas remains my all time favorite as I played Phyllis Diller! What a hoot!

Donna Willoughby (Owen) I am so very glad to once again be part of a Civic show, especially with my husband, Gary! We have been down here for 20 years, along with our youngest daughter Amanda, and have the great pleasure of working with so many folks and making new friends.

Some favorite experiences were playing Aunt Abbey in Arsenic and Old Lace, Eulalie Mackecknie Shinn in the Music Man, Mabel in Pirate of Penzance Concert, the Baroness in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and Mother Superior in Sister Act. If you ever thought about checking out how to participate at the Civic, please do! There are so many ways to volunteer. I encourage you to join our Civic “family”, as all are invited!

Meet the Cast Gary Willoughby (Rocco) I’m very pleased to be part of this wonderful show! I’ve been involved along with my family at the Civic since 2004 and have performed about three dozen shows including many of the Senior Class shows. My two favorite roles have been the Monsignor in Sister Act (my wife Donna played the Mother Superior!) and also Henry Potter in It’s a Wonderful Life The Musical. I love playing roles of all kinds of folks, both good and evil as well. That’s why it’s called a play! When I’m not on stage, in real life I’m a Certified Lay Speaker in the United Methodist Church and have preached at West Michigan churches since 1993. When I’m not on stage (or in the pulpit), I’m a major “Motorhead” and have been collecting antique cars and street rods since the 70’s. I also collect antique radios and TV’s as well.

Growing up in the Detroit area, I’m also a life-long fan of the Lions as well!

John Wing* (James) John is making his debut with the Kalamazoo Civic and thrilled to be a part of the Let It Be Musical. John is recently retired and enjoys spending time with his family. This summer he’s taken many picnics with his wonderful wife and adorable DoxiePoo and of course the Yellow Submarine cooler! He’d like to thank his daughter Johnna, for encouraging him to try out. He gives God all praise for this opportunity and His love. Because all we need is love! Enjoy the show.

Marvinetta Woodley-Penn* (Sgt. Pepper’s Band Singers) Marvinetta Woodley-Penn is a visionary leader and arts educator, dedicated to empowering youth through the performing arts. As the founder and executive director of Global Girls, Inc., she has spent over two decades helping inner-city girls in Chicago find their voices through theater, dance, and leadership training. A passionate advocate for social change, Marvinetta has directed numerous stage productions that highlight underrepresented stories and foster self-expression. Her work has earned her recognition both locally and nationally, solidifying her reputation as a trailblazer in arts education and youth development, with a focus on empowering young women to live authentically.

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November 8 - 17, 2024 Parish Theatre Radium Girls Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois

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Production Team and Crew Mike Scorzo, Director Mike has been involved in theatre for over 40 years. Some of his favorite roles have included include Lenny (Rumors), Juan Peron (Evita), Charlie Cowell (Music Man), and Gaston (Beauty and the Beast). He has performed in several theatres in Illinois including Stage Coach Players, Children’s Community Theatre, Rock Valley College, and a few commercials. Mike’s directing credits include Peter Pan (CCT), Hello Dolly (Stage Coach), Christmas Carol (Stage Coach), Guys and Dolls (Stage Coach), and Jesus Christ Superstar (Stage Coach). Mike would like to thank his wonderful wife and their kids for their patience and support and the wonderful cast, crew, and staff at the Civic for being so wonderful to work with!

Lori Hatfield, Music Director A lifetime resident of Kalamazoo, Lori has provided musical direction for many local and regional theatres. Show highlights include Is THere Life After High School?, Big Fish, First Date, Xanadu, Dames at Sea, Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, Avenue Q (Kalamazoo Civic Theatre), Peter and the Starcatcher, The Toxic Avenger (Farmer’s Alley Theatre), Rocky Horror Picture Show, Loserville, Xanadu (The Civic and Kellogg Community College), and Hedwig and the Angry Inch (Whole Art Theatre). Lori has toured with rock tribute bands throughout the Midwest. She has also taught for Education for the Arts in the Kalamazoo area.

Lisa Brannan joined the theatre scene as a way to share the experiences with her son, DJ, and now has identified a passion for backstage work and has found a theatre home at the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre. Lisa has been in the human resources field since graduating from Michigan State University in 1991 and has spent the last 20+ years as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Integrated Services of Kalamazoo. “I’d like to thank my son, DJ, for sharing your passion for the stage with me and inspiring me to get involved.”

Issac Byler discovered his love of theater at a young age through the Kalamazoo Civic’s Academy of Theater Arts. He has Stage Managed many productions some of which including The Sound Of Music, Frozen Jr, A Raisin In The Sun and the CYT production of The Lion King Jr. After high school, Isaac plans to study stage management in college and pursue a career in theater.

Production Team and Crew Elia Ingerham has a profound love for the art of theatre, which began at a very early age. She continues to hone her skills through study, participating in classes, serving as a company member for plays and musicals, and taking in every opportunity available. Some of her favorite recent credits include: Big Fish, Clyborne Park, The Sound of Music, Forever Plaid, and Barbecue.

Elia is excited to continue taking on new challenges and collaborating with fellow artists to create unforgettable performances this season. She would like to thank her parents, her two cats, and everyone who really saw her, believed in her, and gave her a chance to contribute.

Kelsey Jordan has been involved in many shows in the last season at the civic shows like being a dresser for Sound of Music, Assistant Stage Manager for Cats, and being a dresser again in Catch me if you can. Kelsey is so excited for this season and planning to do a lot of shows this season.

Kelsey is excited to be on floor crew for Let it Be. Kelsey has been so involved in theater this past year with Civic and Center Stage Theater.

Reed Shilts enjoys every aspect of being part of a stage crew, from flying people to making special effects that much more special.

Returning to Kalamazoo after living in the Boston area for 30 years, Reed is a retired Principal Engineer and a lover of theatre, anime, movies, and science fiction. He has previously crewed on numerous shows, and his favorites include Barbecue, By the Way Meet Vera Stark, and Once On This Island.

Laura VanOrman has worked backstage for numerous shows for the past ten years. Her favorite job is dresser but enjoys any time she gets to spend here in her happy place! Special thanks to my husband Eric for supporting (putting up with) me as I have fun here. LYTM! Robert D. Vergeson has been been involved since 1985 with the civic, in the past he’s been a part of the backstage crew, scene shop, fly, prop manager, set construction, spots, and in the last 15-20 years has become an usher, usher mentor, play reading committee, and tech dinner prep, winter parade and box office.

Our Volunteers Debra Abel Max Achenbach Kate Acosta Sarah Aiello Bella Albarran Lynn Amari Barbara Anderson Kristin Anderson Richard Anderson Richard Anderson Sharon AndersonWeston Mike Artis Katie Ault Sarah Ault Samatha Avery Emily Awe Logan Awe Lynette Baber Reuben Bahrou Sabine Bahrou Tammy Bailey Teresa Bailey Gabrielle Balanda Lilly Banks Lisa Bannan Luis Raziel Barbosa Cynthia Jordan Barres Kirana Barret Nicholas Basak Harper Bates Kaiya Bates Brooke Batsie Brian R. Bay Martha Bay Ashley Beach Lori Beason Tim Beason Ariel Bennett Taylor Bernadi Ivan Bernhardt

Bri Berning Naveen Bhatt Riya Bhatt Josiah Bildner Paige Billian Stefani Bishop Christopher Blades Philip Borkholder Ariel Botsko-Wilson Lora Boyd Noah Boyd Steven Boysen Kathy Breyfogle Jacklyn Brickman William Brouse Elaina Brown Emelia Brown Nathan Brown Peter Bryant Aleena Bugnaski Hannah Bugnaski Kaylynn Bugnaski Ryan Burke Gracie Burnham Jake Burrell Isaac Byler Anna Cafagna Angela Calleja Lyndsey Camp Zoe Carlo Erika Carr Kim Chandler Mercedes ChandlerWilliams Jamie Chapin Kendall Childs Khloe Childs Gina-Maria Chimner Jin Yi “LeAnn” Connelly Matt Clark Stacy Claudill

Eva Clayborn Alex Cole Brady Cole Sedona Coleman Peggy Combes Laurel Connolly Lynn Contos Grace Cook Tammy Cooper Thomas John Cooper Jr. Gwen Cortright Janine Cotugno Daniel Coyne Paige Daniels Asa Davis Sharalyn Davis Estelle Day Isaac Delgado Diane Delhey Laura DeMerell Kristy DeMeritt Josie Dennis Linda Dickey Abigail Doonan Kendall Douglas Logan Dowell Anna Dragan Lorraine Dudash Molly Duffy Casey Dufguay Emily Duguay Spencer Duguay Ron Dundon Elvin E East Dixie Edwards Joni Edwards Miranda Edwards Anna Eichorn Pyper Eichorn Kim Elliott Sidney Ellis

Our Volunteers Pat Erwin Lana Escamilla Apple Esman Lily Evans Claudia Fiediriwicz LIndsey Fleck Tania Fleitas Diane Foghino Larry Foster-Goodrich Evangeline FraleyBurgett Alyssa Frank Avery Fulling Bill Fulton Sandra Gagie Courtney Gardner Eponine Garrod Jessi Gates Madison Gates Mary Gauthier Vincent Giannecchini Wesley Gibbs Traci Glasscock Valerie Glasscock Elizabeth Gonzalez Addie Gordon Evan Gorman Andrew Gorzen Olivia Gray Journey L Green Sofia Gross Amaris Grubaugh Ava Grunder Taylor Gudbrandson Mahalia Reign Macy Hagan Abbie Halifax Elsa Halifax Anna Halsey Anthony J. Hamilton Jane Hammond

Gwenee Hart Zoe Hart Kate Hatre-DeCoux Lori Hatfield Mackenzie Haworth Nathan Heckman Cierra Hedgespeth Alliyah Heerlyn Nannette Heib Raquel Hellenga Joby Hertec Jacob Heystek Kyle Hibbard Kelly Higgins Nancy Hinton Peter Hobsen-Morse Hal Hobson-Morse Aija Elise Hodges Anessa Hodges Ken Holda Heather Holmer Michael Holmes Mychelle Hopkins Kevin Hopp Katie Houston Bryan Huey Anastasia Hughson Ambi Marie Elia Ingerham Lou Irwin Chris Jackson Stacey Jaeger Jasmine Johnson Kasiana Johnson Olivia Johnston Rowan Jakobah Brooklyn Jones Jeannine Jones Kathryn M. Jones Ryan Jones Shannon Jones

Caroline Jordan Tina Jordan Lydia Kanous Leah Kauchak Sabrina Kauchak Elaine Kauffman Brooklyn Kaufmann Shannon Kaufmann V Keithley Karen Kiker Deborah Killarney Tim Kilmartin Lila Kissinger Andrew Klepser Dawn Klingerman Evie Knight Emily Kortz Jessica Kosticak Thomas Korff Peggy Kurpinski Chloe Kruse Leah Kusisto Sabrina Kusisto David Kyhn Annabelle Lacy Alyssa Laney Torrie Langdon Dominic Lannon Allison Lay Kaitlyn Lee Ashlynn Leitz Thaddeus Lendzion Amy Leskowski Dennis Leskowski Jack Leskowski Sydney Leskowski Christopher Lewis Sydney Lewis Deborah Lily Ally Lindsay Jen Lindsay

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November 29 -December 22, 2024 Civic Auditorium

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Our Volunteers Kate Louise Kennedy Lozier Chase Lynn Carrie Lyon Reeve Lynn-Hillman Dara Lyon Warner Brian Magnuson Dave Mahon Montana Major Tammy Mammel Lucy Mansberger James M. Marquardt Davick Marsh-Prelesnik Kelli Martin Maggie Martin Malachi Martin Michael P. Martin Katey Martinek Oakley Martinek Christopher Marzonie Lily Marzonie SueAnn Mater Hannah Matthews Susan Mayer Colleen McGilton Delaney McKenzie Victoria Meheshwari Barbara Meskin Evie Meskin Haley Messamore Bernice Mike AnnMarie Miller Genevieve Miller Jacob Miller Nancy Miller Phillip A Miller Barbara Minar Zaynee Miller Zoë Minard Alan Moerdyk Rick Moll Brenna Moore

Brooklyn Moore Elexa Moore Mimo Moore Yuri Moore Pastor Karen Moorman Anna Morris Lori Mosier Shaun Moskalik Eloise Mott Camryn Mouly Alason Murphy Justin Muse Micha E. Myers Jaycee Myner Jacob Myny Jennifer Moubrey Kris Naftel Aria Nahavandi Elizabeth Nahavandi Barbara Nance Nora Napolitan Mary Narusis Jasmine Nash Isobel Newman Lisa Newman Laurie L. Nic Morgan Nickolae Kathy Niemann Cloe Nitz Mandana Nordbrock Autumn Norris Derrick M. Norris Heather Norris Riglee Nower Elliot Odette Russ Panico Dante Pankey Zoe Pankey Elijah Parker Lisa Marie Parker Sky Pathic Shari Pearce

Emma Pegouske Nancy Pendziszewski Steve H. Pendziszewski Catherine W. Perry Emma Peterman Robert James Piellusch Judi Pike Rachel Piper Don Plane Brogan Poer Etta Poer Nicki Poer Verity Poisson Aaron Potter Andi Potter Jaya Pratt Lou Price Bella Pringle Aly Radford Delma Radford Maya Ray Laura Rench Ashley Reijonen Ethel Resh Bobalee Rethard Adelaide Richards Nicholas Richardson Bev Riley Jeremy Roach Carl Roberts Mikayla Robinson Mia Rogic Kari Rose Payton Rose David Ross Carabelle Rothney Marin Rozmys Dan Rozmys Viktor Rozmys Lesley Serri Camryn Shankool Rhyan Shankool

Our Volunteers Ann Shepich Robyn Shepich Sara Sherman Lynn Shiflea Reed Shilts Erika Shoemaker Kylie Shoemaker Sappho Slate Kim Slater Arianna Smith Lisa Smith Lois Smith Samiyah Smith Victoria E. Smith Nancy Snell William Snell Cindy Snyder Jonathan Solonika RJ Soule’ Oliver Sparling Quinn Spitz Kris Allemang Stahl Abby Steele Courtney Stewart Ivy Stewart Zoe Stewart Eilee Stob Gail Stults Bob Summey

Mary Anne Summey Nolan Surach Aliya Sutherland Alyssa Tamvakis Amanda Ann Taylor Kliajah Taylor Sarah Taylor David Termuhlen Ace Terrentine Melitta Terrentine Dr. Miriam Thomas Dr. Quincy Thomas Maggie Timmer Andrea Tramel Kristin Tramel Lucy Tramel Jane Tran Amanda Treat Tonya Tucker Hailee Turner Hailey Turner Kristin Tyrrell Melinda Vanderbuilt Camille Van Dien Orion Vandenberg LounAnn VanDenBos Lily VanKeuren Laura VanOrman Olivia VanSpyker

Robert D. Vergeson Evan Vicker Danielle Vogler Andora Volz Jared Volz Veda Volz Gari Voss Leah Walters Sharon Ward Daniel Warren Kennedy Warren Kristin Warren Paige Warren Theo Warren Cody Watson Jan Watson Ari Webb Kathy Weidmayer Sharon Weissman Fred Weston Wendy Wheeler Judy Wilcox Candace Williams Jennifer Williams Kai Williams Louis Williams Makiyah Williams

Video Attributions 1.Hippie FootageHippies in Lincoln Park, Chicago- Victor Grigas1968, CC0 via Wikimedia Commons 2.Kennedy/Nixon Debate“1960 Kennedy-Nixon Debate (part I)”, Internet Archive, upload

by Prelinger Archives, 16 May 2003, https://archive.org/ details/1960_Kennedynixon_1 3.Come Together Footage“Pres. Nixon Speaks from White House on Watergate”, Internet Archive, uploaded

by Public Resource, 1 April 2016, https://archive. org/details/gov.archives. arc.48156 “Nixon in China”, National Archives, uploaded by US National Archives, 16 February 2022, https://unwrittenrecord.blogs.archives. gov/2022/02/16/nixon-inchina-audiovisual-recordsfrom-therichardnixon-presidential-libraryand-museum/ 5.Help Footage“This is Parris Island”, Youtube, 1970 Department of Defense film, uploaded by Nuclear Vault, 23 July 2010, https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v+ud9Z)lyMO7Y

6.I Want to Hold Your Hand Animation “’Beatlemania’- Universal Newsreel 1964 Feb 27-Public Domain”, Youtube, Universal-International News, uploaded by Historicus Joe, 26 July 2022, https:// www.youtube.com/ watch?v+adsGSha4uao 7. Coke Time with Eddie Fisher- “Coke Time with Eddie Fisher”, Public Domain Movies, 1 January 1970, https://publicdomainmovie. net/movie/coke-time-witheddie-fisher-9291954 8. I Remember Mama- “’I Remember Mama’-Mama’s Bad Day”, Public Domain Movies, 1 January 1970, https://publicdomainmovie. net/movie/i-remembermama-mamas-bad-day 9.Andy Griiiths Show“Barney’s First Car”, Internet Archive, Andy Griiith, uploaded by Lum Edwards, 27 April 2008, https://archive.org/details/ Andy_Griiith_Barney’s_ First_Car 10. Peace March- “Peace March. Thousands Oppose Vietnam War”, Internet Archive, Universal Newsreel, 8 April 2005, https://archive.org/

details/1967-04-18_Peace _March 11. March on Washington“The March on Washington”, Internet Archives, National Archives and Records Administration, uploaded by Public Resource, 26 December 2009,https:// archive.org/details/gov. archives.arc49737 12. Penny Lane Footage“Our Home Town: Levittown, Pa.”, Internet Archive, uploaded to Prelinger Archives, 16 July 2002, https://archive.org/details/ OurHomeT1954_2 “The Barber shop”, Internet Archive, uploaded by jamesgarner, 31 May 2021, https://archive.org/details/w.c.-field-shorts “KPIX Teletrips, Roll B”, Internet Archive, KPIX-TV, uploaded by the Prelinger Archives, 18 October 2023, https://archive.org/ details/201445_KPIX_ Teletrips_Roll_B 13. Dating Montages“Dating: Do’s and Dont’s”, Internet Archive, Coronet Instructional Films, uploaded to Prelinger Archives, 16 July 2002, https://archive. org/details/DatingDo1949 “How Do You Know It’s Love?”, Internet Archive, Coronet Instructional Films, uploaded to Prelinger

Video Attributions Archives, 16 July 2002, https://archive.org/details/ HowDoYou1950 “Young Man’s Fancy”, Internet Archive, Handy (Jam) Organization, uploaded to Prelinger archives, 16 July 2002, https://archive.org/ details/YoungMan1952

SelfReliance_ E00207_16_48_29_00 “Sharing Work at Home”, Internet Archive, Coronet Instructional Films, uploaded to Prelinger Archives, 16 July 2002, httpd://archive. org/details/SharingW1949

14. Back in the USSR Footage“The Challenge of Ideas (Part I)”, Internet Archive, U.S. Army Pictorial Center, uploaded to Prelinger Archives, 16 July 2002, https://archive.org/details/ Challeng1961 “Rock, Rock Rock”, Internet Archive, Vanguard Productions, uploaded

by Scott Saunders, 5 July 2007, httpsP://archive.org/details/ rock_rock_rock “Surf Riders”, Internet Archive, Castle Films, uploaded to Prelinger Archives by A/V Geeks, 14 March 2014, https://archive.org/ details/0351_Surf_ Riders_05_34_55_00

16. Strawberry Fields Montage“A Place to Live”, Internet Archive, Dynamic Films, uploaded to Prelinger Archives, 16 July 2002, https://archive.org/details/ PlacetoL1948

15. When I’m 64 Footage“Developing Self Reliance”, Internet Archive, Coronet Instructional Films, uploaded to Prelinger Archives by A/V Geeks, 7 October 2013, https://archive.org/ details/0016_Developing_

17. Vietnam Footage “Stai Film Report 6613A”, Internet Archive, Department of Defense, Uploaded by Public Resource, 20 July 2010, https://archive. org/details/gov/dod/ dimoc/26962 18. Civil Rights Marches “HD Historic Stock Footage March on Washington Martin Luther King and Other Clips”, Internet Archive, uploaded by archiveuploads878, 14 January 2016, https:// archive.org/details/ HDHistoric 19. Blackbird Image Slideshow (not in order) . Segregated Drinking

Fountain- Russell lee- 1939, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Rosa Park- Gene Herrick, restored by Adam Cuerden1956, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Segregated Waiting RoomJack Delano- 1940, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Ruby Bridges- Uncredited DOJ photographer, restored

by Adam Cuerden- 1960, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Little Rock Protesters- John T. Bledsoe- 1959, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Greensboro Lunch Counter Sit in- Florida Memory Archives- 1960, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Greyhound Bus Attack- U.S. National Park Service1961, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Selma March- Stanley Wolfson- 1965, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Little Rock Escort- The U.S. Army- 1957, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Young Boy at Segregated Fountain- John Vachon1938- public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Woolsworth Sit In- NC State Archives- 1960, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Birmingham Church Sign-

Video Attributions Thomas J O’Halloran- 1963, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .March on WashingtonWarren Leiler- 1963, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .March on WashingtonNational Archives- 1963, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Young Woman Holding Banner- Rowland Scherman1963, public domain via Wikimedia Commons 20. Hey Jude Images (not in order) .Beatles Arriving at JFK Airport-United Press International (Unknown photographer)- 1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles at EMI RecordsUknown photographer- 1965, public domain via Wikimedia Commons . Beatles Performing on Ed Sullivan- Library of Congress1964, public domain via Wikimedia commons .Beatles Jumping in StreetIngen Uppgift- 1963, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles in Treslong Amsterdam- Poppe de Boer1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles Performing in Treslong Amsterdam- Poppe de Boer- 1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons

.Beatles Backstage at Ed Sullivan- Library of Congress1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles at George Washington Hotel Press Conference- Vern Barchard1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles Press Conference at JFK Airport- United Press International- 1964, public Domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles Closeup on Ed Sullivan- Bernard Gotfryd1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles with Birthday Cake- Bo Trenter- 1963, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles Performing in Amsterdam- Photo Press Agency de Boer- 1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles with George MartinCapital Records- circa 1966, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles Posing with Ed Sullivan- CBS Television1969, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles in Belfast- Public Record Oiice of Northern Ireland-1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles Press Conference in Netherlands- Harry Pot/ Anefo-1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles at WCFL Radio-

WCFL/Chicago Foundation of Labor- 1966, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles with Lill BabsMikael J Nordstrom-1963, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles Quadriptych- United Press International (UPI telephoto) Cropping and retouching: User: Indopug and User: Misterweiss- 1964, public domain via Wikimedia Commons .Beatles Performing in Rome- Carlo Riccardi- 1965, public domain via Wikimedia

Thank You to Our Benefactors As a not for profit organization, we are indebted to the generosity of our supporting foundations, businesses, organizations, families and friends.

We wish to recognize those who have made contributions to the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre received from June 1, 2024 to September 5, 2024, including those who wish to remain anonymous. We thank you for your continued support.

Foundations

Burdick-Thorne Foundation Dorothy U Dalton Foundation The O’Connor Fund for Historic Preservation Suzanne U D Parish Foundation

Business and Organizations Ruby (up to $2,499) Douglas & Son, Inc. Hardings Markets West, Inc. Pfizer Inc. Matching Program In Kind Donations Polytek Development Corp.

Friendship Village Stacey Jaeger

✧ In Honor ✧

✧ In Memory ✧

IN HONOR OF BRIAN MAGNUSON on the occasion of his 64th birthday Ian Magnuson

IN MEMORY OF DALE GERVAISE FINN, MOTHER OF DEB KILLARNEY Dixie Edwards, Ann Videtich

Thank You to Our Benefactors Producer ($5,000 - $7,499) Eugene Wu Director ($2,500 - $4,999) Arthur Nemitz Assistant Director ($1,000 - $2,499) Jerry and Mary Zwart Star ($500 - $999) Cathy Ditto Elsie Gale Bridget and Dave Lemberg James and Michele Marquardt Richard A. and Jodie G. Palmer Reed and Dawn Shilts Steven E Tibbits Charles B. Knappen III Supporting Player ($250 - $499) Anonymous David Dart Dennis and Susan Hollar Howard and Georgia Potrude Heather and James Ratliff Joann Schma Pam Shebest

Chorus Member ($100 - $249) Elizabeth Akehurst Mary A Artis Jessica Ball James and Marilyn Barney Kathy Breyfogle Rena Brooks Lori Brouse Nancy Charles Frank J Cody Deb Cronkite Betsie Crotty Judy D’Arcangelis Marian Fisher James Gardner Jack B. Godfrey D. James Heaton Virginia Hessler Arnie and Debby Johnston Eric and Elizabeth Kent Peter Kobrak Kristen Larson Kay L Lennon Michael P. Martin John L. Mason Prudence D McCabe Sarah Nyenhuis Jill Ongley Mary Oudsema Russ Panico Donald and Ann Parfet Lois and Frank Plaver Eric Rice Beverly A Riley Erika Shoemaker Tom and Ruth Small Linda Stieve and Daniel Coyne

Thank You to Our Benefactors Chorus Member ($100 - $249) Clifford Tallman Linda Teare Ken and Jill Weyenberg Louis Williams Patron ($1-99) Mike Artis Wayne Barrett Ann Bengtsson Sally Bingham Ann Birder David Breen Ruth and William Breyfogle Phillip and Virginia Caruso Anonymous Gary and Ruth Dare Veronica Dark Greta Decker George H Dunn Dixie Edwards Nathan Ekola Sidney Ellis Nikki and Dave Elrod Doug Eplee Mary Evans Chelsie Fall Addysen R. Foster-Morris Karen Hassler Cheryl Haugh

Peter R. Hobson-Morse Sofi Hudson Jacque R. Jennings-Carter Nancy Johnson Deb Jokela R Vincent Lavieri Jennifer R. Lee Good Ian Magnuson Sandra Maya Dara & Gary R. McLeod Micha Myers Daniel Miller Rev Mary Elizabeth R. Moran Cross Patricia Newbauer Nathalie Peterson Tom and Mary Platte Carol Pratt Theresa Reed Mark and Jill Reid Molly Reilly Leigh Ann Sayen Bruce Simrod Susan Sonday Kyle Sutherland Marcene Telfer Ann Videtich Kay Wallace Von Hugo and Frances L. Washington Rebecca White Caroline Wiley Gary and Donna Willoughby

The Civic Production Team Anthony J. Hamilton (Artistic Director) Prior to his appointment as Artistic Director, Hamilton served as Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre Arts at Kalamazoo College (‘22-’23) and Guest Professor of Theatre at Western Michigan University (‘21-’22). Most recently, he appeared as Sly in Detroit ‘67 at Hope Repertory Theatre in Holland, MI. Previous directing and choreography credits at the Civic include: Ain’t Misbehavin’, Once on this Island, 1940s Radio Hour, The Piano Lesson, Disney’s Newsies, A Raisin in the Sun, Barbecue, The Lion in Winter, Disney’s The Lion King Jr., and Catch Me if You Can. Other directing credits include: Intimate Apparel (WMU), Into the Woods (WMU), Dutchman (K College) and Next to Normal (K College). Hamilton received a B.A. from Western Michigan University and an M.F.A. from Florida State University/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training.

Paige Billian (Scenic Design Intern) Paige (They/She) is excited to be joining the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre! Paige graduated from Purdue University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Design & Production and Animation, and has previously volunteered with the Fort Wayne Youtheatre as a high school intern. When not working on shows, they love to knit, build miniatures and play board games with friends.

Ryan Burke (Scenic Carpenter) Ryan is a Michigan native from the Croswell Opera House in Adrian.

After a summer at the Tibbits Opera House, he has spent the rest of his career in the Kalamazoo Civic scene shop. Whether it’s building scenery or singing and dancing backstage, Ryan isn’t alive until the house is open and the first cue is called. He is a kind soul and wonderful friend; 100% dedicated to the new vision and core values of the Civic Theatre. You’ll like this guy.

Jamie Chapin (Properties Artisan) Jamie graduated from Eastern Michigan University in 2021 with a Bachelor’s in Entertainment Design & Technology. They have worked with Cedar Point: Live Entertainment (2022) and the Opera Theatre of St. Louis (2023) since graduation.

Some of their favorite hobbies are crocheting, drawing, and playing Dungeons & Dragons.

Stacey Jaeger (Production Stage Manager) Stacey is excited to have been hired at the Civic after her year as an intern.

Originally from Iowa, where she grew up doing all things theatre, Stacey finished school at Beloit College before joining the Civic staff in 2021. Some of her favorite stage management experiences are productions of Twelfth Night in her hometown, The Moors at Beloit, and Murder on the Orient Express at the Civic. She’d like to thank her family for helping her

The Civic Production Team get settled in the Kalamazoo area and a few of her mentors: Marina Bergenstock, Grant Freeman, Lisa Brannan, and Alicia Bailey.

Olivia Johnston (Stage Manager) Olivia Johnston (she/they) is thrilled to be continuing their Stage Manager journey here at the Civic. Olivia enjoys the behind-the-scenes aspects of theater and is ready to lend their talents as Stage Manager for Big Fish.

They have enjoyed working with all the cast and crew and hope that you enjoy the magic they have created. This will be Olivia’s first production with the Kalamazoo Civic Theater and their ninth production as Stage Manager overall.

Elaine Kauffman (Resident Costume Designer) Elaine first joined the Civic staff in 1998 as our Costume Designer. She left to create her own custom clothing design business, Elaine K Designs which she has run for the past 18 years. She returned to the Civic as Costume Designer in 2018. She graduated from WMU with a degree in Fashion Design and has over 25 years of professional costume design working at almost every theatre in the Kalamazoo area including the Barn Theatre, 3-D Touring Productions, WMU Dance Dept., WMU Opera, Kalamazoo College Theatre Dept., Farmers Alley Theatre and many other freelance costume design projects. One of her favorite costuming experiences was creating the “creature costume” for a horror movie

filmed in Kalamazoo. Outside of the theatre, Elaine enjoys the art of cheese making!

David Kyhn (Resident Scenic Artist) David has served on the Civic s staff since the summer of 2000. Over that time, it has been his pleasure to work with the Civic’s passionate volunteers and the skillful, dedicated staff. He has especially enjoyed mentoring and learning from so many bright interns at the beginning of their careers. The Civic has provided countless opportunities for him to grow as an artist, exploring new ideas, technologies, and aesthetics, and he looks forward to future wonder and discovery with the vibrant Civic community.

Dominic Lannon (Technical Direction Intern) Dominic Lannon (he/him) has been captivated by storytelling for most of his life. Whether building sets, tinkering with puppets, or smoothing out a script, he loves nothing more than successfully bringing a story to life. He received a BA in Theatre from Hamilton College in 2022 and has since worked as a scenic carpenter at Oak Park Festival Theatre and Circle Theatre. He’s thrilled to be working at the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre and looking forward to learning the skills to be a Technical Director! When he isn’t working, he spends his time reading folk tales, playing card games, and keeping in touch with his cats.

The Civic Production Team Christopher Lewis (Resident Properties Master) Christopher is a graduate of Georgia Southern University with a B.A. in Fine Arts. He joined the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre staff in 2008 as a scenic carpenter. In May of 2023, he became the Resident Properties Master. Some of his favorite Civic productions are Jekyll & Hyde, The Who’s Tommy, The Borrowers, Once on this Island, Xanadu, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Christopher’s hobbies include building prop replicas, designing and constructing puppets, blacksmithing, and playing tabletop games.

Delaney McKenzie (Resident Lighting Designer) Delaney joined the Civic staff in 2018 as the Master Electrician and became the Resident Lighting and Sound Designer in 2020. She earned her BS in Theater: Design and Technology at Northwest Missouri State University and a MFA in Theater at Southern Illinois University where she specialized in Lighting Design. She has worked with the Heart of America Shakespeare Festival, Endstation Theater Company, McLeod Summer Playhouse, and as Lead Lighting Technician at Interlochen Center for the Arts. Delaney has a passion for Jesus, music, and the arts, spending much of her time outside of the Civic dedicated to worship and creating beautiful things. She is a painter and a prolific fiber artist, often seen with a set of needles or crochet hook between meetings or backstage during performances.

Jacob Miller (Scenic Carpenter) Jacob graduated Grand Valley State University in 2020, earning his BA in Theatre and History and a minor in Music. He has worked at the Croswell Opera House, and the theatres at both Grandville and Vicksburg High School.

In 2021, he made his Civic debut in The Tempest and worked as a Teaching Artist. In his free time Jacob still loves to act, traveling between Three Rivers and Grand Rapids for various projects.

Phillip A. Miller (Technical Director) Phillip has worked on every production we have produced since he joined the Civic staff in 2000. Prior to his arrival at the Civic, Phillip served as the Assistant Technical Director at the Barn Theatre and as a draftsman for the Children’s Theatre Company and School in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Additionally, Phillip was the Technical Assistant at Western Michigan University, while earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Design and Technical Production.

Justin Muse (Scenic Design Associate) Justin is a graduate of the University of Michigan with a BFA in Theater Design and Production. He is excited to be joining the Civic team as an intern for the 2022-23 season. Past designs include Radium Girls, Bare: A pop Opera, and Don Pasquale.

The Civic Production Team Jacob Myny (Resident Sound Designer) Jacob is excited for his very first season with the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre! Jacob is the resident sound designer here and comes from South Haven, MI. Jacob earned his BFA degree from Western Michigan University Theatre Department. He has traveled around working in New Hampshire, Florida, and Michigan.

Some of his favorite previous works include The Cake (The Naples Players), The Fantastics (Jeans Playhouse), and Much A Do About Nothing (Hope Summer Repertory Theatre). For more information about Jacob and his works visit his website: mynyinc.com Elliot Odette (Lighting Design Intern) Elliot Odette is a theatre artist who graduated in 2023 from Lawrence University with a B.A. in Theatre Arts.

Their previous work includes lighting design for Lawrence University’s The Musical of Musicals (The Musical!) and production design for The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane.

Elliot has also worked with the Oregon Children’s Theatre, including lighting design for SPIDER and The K of D, and most recently prop design for She Persisted. Elliot is excited to be working as the lighting design intern at the Civic this year!

Emma Pegouske (Sound Design Intern) Emma Pegouske (she/they) is a sound designer and audio engineer and is excited to begin working at the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre. She graduated with a BFA in Technical Production from Western Michigan University after working on such shows such as Clue, The Thanksgiving Play and Spongebob Squarepants: The Musical. She can’t wait to bring that experience with her to the Civic.

Camille Van Dien (Costume Design Intern) My name is Camille Van Dien, I am the current Costume Design Intern at the Kalamazoo Civic. Before coming to the Civic, I went to college at Grand Valley State University where I studied theatre and got my bachelor’s degree in 2021. When I am not working with costumes I enjoy being an actor at local theaters in the area and getting together to play board games with friends.

Thank You to Our Season Subscribers Karyn Abraham Nancy Acker Nicky Aiello Elizabeth Akehurst Mary Artis Paul and Sue Banner James and Marilyn Barney Judy Bartholomew Anne Marie Bartz Larry Beck Manfred and Michelle Bengsch Sheila Bigelow Donna J Bishop Mark and Rebecca Blazek Carmen Bornais Diane Bourgeois Karen K. Bowman and Scott B. Bowman Lisa Brannan Maggie Bresz Marilyn Breu and John Schumacher Ruth Breyfogle The Brouse Family Joyce Brown Mike and Linda Bultema Elizabeth Burns and Roger Zinser Ann Camburn Stacy and Roger Caudill Bob Cederberg Ed and Lynn Chappa Robert Cinabro Beth Clark Shirley and Frank Cody Tony Collins Pete and Nita Comensoli Loretta Cone Angie Cook The Cooperiders Andrea Cory Anne Cox Steve and Deb Cronkite The Drs. Caroline and Matthew Daly Judy D’Arcangelis

Gary and Ruth Dare David and Shelly Dart Asa Davis Greta Decker Dave and Elaine DeYoung Ann DeZwarte Joe and Julie Dill Melissa Dillon Nancy M. Diment Jerry and Cathy Ditto Gail Doscher-Thompson George and Linda Dunn Linda Eldred Sidney Ellis Nikki and Dave Elrod Lana Escamilla Coral Fry Erin Fuller Lynn Gardiner Suzanne Gardner Roy Geiger Cheryl M. Germain Sarah Gibbs The Gielincki Family Donna Goodrich Patricia Guilford Kay Haas Kay Hanson Mary and Jim Heaton Dianne Hellman Jeffrey Hillman Catlin Hinterman Hal and Peter Hobson-Morse Dennis and Susan Hollar Russell Hutchings Craig Isser Deborah Jackson Fred Jackson Leonard Jaworski Eunice Jennings Pamela and Kevin Kanouse Pauline Keiser

Thank You to Our Season Subscribers Thomas and Celine Keizer Sean Kelly and Charlotte Hollinger Judy Kennedy Mike and Deb Killarney Peter Kobrak Bill and Ellen Kozar Mark and Karen Krinock Linda Krueger John and Nancy Lacko Rebecca Learner Bridget and Dave Lemberg Colleen Leonard Lucia Leonardelli Beth Lindsay Charlene and Eric Longman

Dr. Darrin Lund and Mrs. Katie Perry Lund Marilyn Luther Jan Marshburn Karen Martin Michael P. Martin Prudence McCabe Bill and Ruthann McKenzie Barbara L. Menlen Barbara Meskin Drs. Mark and Jeanette Meyer Mark and Sheryl Miller Pat Miner Rita Mitchell Joyce and Ron Moore

Thank You to Our Season Subscribers Rev. Mary Beth and PL Moran Cross Shaun Moskalik Danielle and Ellie Mott Amy B. Mueller Celeste Nemeth Art Nemitz Patricia Newbauer Lisa Newman Dean and Jennifer Newsome Laurie Nic Niki Nimmo Bobbe V. Orr Mary Oudsema Nola Pare Ginny Parnaby and Jennie Miller David and Jane Pearson Rhenda Pease Janie Pincumbe Tom and Mary Platte Winifred Ploehn Howard and Georgia Potrude Erin and Chris Praedel The Rev. Dr. Wayne and Joy Price Ingrid Purk Gwen Raseman Maya Ray Theresa Reed Mark and Jill Reid Gary and Barb Rhoades Diane and Eric Rice Bev Riley Mary Robertson Barbara Rockey Ann Rohrbaugh and Brian Kastman Marin Rozmys LaRue Clark Russell Linda Santoro Carol Schaefer Martha Schinderle

Pam Shebest and Ken Penn Judy and Bill Sherrod Patricia Shiley Reed and Dawn Shilts Bruce and Wendy Simrod Stan and Jane Smeed Helayne Smith Jennifer Smith Ross and Norma Stancati Katy Steadman and Linda Marquart Chesterine Sterner Linda Stieve and Dan Coyne Connie and Ron Stoll Doris Symonds Clifford Tallman Rudi Tegethoff Jim and Marcie Telfer Bob and Patricia Terwilliger Scott and Patrice Tompkins The Tschirharts Evan and Wendy Turner Bill and Jan Urfer Jerome and Mary Van tassel Colleen VanSickle Joe and Leah Walters Rodney Walters Joni Weaver Robert Weir Kathleen B. Weissert and David Weissert Chrissy Westbury Ken and Jill Weyenberg Caroline Wiley Louis A. Williams, MBA Jody Wing Shirley Wise-Szopo Paul and Julie Yelsma Eric and Maggie Zahrai Nancy Zimmer Mary and Jerry Zwart

Did You Know?

We offer these services so everyone can enjoy the theatre experience.

Accessible Seating with companion seating is available in all our spaces American Sign Language interpreters ASL translation is offered the first Saturday of every Civic production.

Audio Description is provided the first Saturday of every Civic production.

Hearing Loop, also known as T-Coil system available in all our theatres.

Large Print Ask for programs at the Box Office

Sensory Assistance, Stim tools, noise reduction headphones, and weighted blankets are available in our box office upon request Sensory Friendly Performances, with relaxed spaces, and environmental modifications are available for some youth friendly productions.

Check calendar or contact the box office for performance dates.

Service Animals receive complimentary seating

Kalamazoo Civic Theatre Board of Directors Ben Zylman......................... President Michael P. Martin..........Vice President Peter Hobson-Morse............ Secretary Asa Davis............................. Treasurer Sidney Ellis............................ Member Lana Escamilla....................... Member Michael Holmes..................... Member Jennifer Moubray................... Member Russ Pianco........................... Member Bev Riley............................... Member Joann Schma......................... Member Jared Volz.............................. Member Louis Williams........................ Member

Foundation Board of Trustees Timothy Kilmartin.......................Chair Leah Walters....................... Vice Chair Catherine W. Perry............... Secretary Stacy Caudill........................ Treasurer Sidney Ellis............................ Member Sandra Gagie ........................ Member James M. Marquardt.............. Member Shaun Moskalik..................... Member Maggie Zahrai........................ Member

Board Member Emeriti Kathy Breyfogle Deborah Johnston Howard Kalleward Katie Miller Art Nemitz Karen Tudor Sally Williams

Staff Laura M. Zervic.................................................................Executive Director Anthony J. Hamilton..............................................................Artistic Director Mike Artis................................................................... Director of Volunteers Christopher Blades......................................Audience Engagement Manager Steven Boysen.............................................................................. Custodian Ryan C. Burke.................................................................... Scenic Carpenter Kim Chandler................................................................ Box Office Associate Jamie Chapin.................................................................... Properties Artisan Kelly Higgins.................................................................. Marketing Assistant Stacey Jaeger......................................................Production Stage Manager Kathryn M. Jones.............................Administrative Assistant - Carver Center Elaine Kauffman................................................ Resident Costume Designer David Kyhn............................................................Resident Scenic Designer Justin Muse............................................................. Scenic Design Assistant Christopher Lewis............................................ Resident Properties Manager Sydney Lewis.............Senior Box Office Associate & Administrative Assistant Montana Major.............................................Business and Finance Manager Delaney McKenzie...............................................Resident Lighting Designer AnnMarie Miller..................................... Director of Education and Outreach Jacob Miller....................................................................... Scenic Carpenter Phillip A. Miller..................................................................Technical Director Deborah Mitchell........................................... Graphic Designer/Photographer Jacob Myny........................................................... Resident Sound Designer Carl Roberts.................................................................. Custodial Supervisor Jane Schuster ................................................. Marketing and Sales Director Melita Terrentine-Wiener....... Front of House and Special Events Coordinator

Interns

Paige Billian.................................................................. Scenic Design Intern Addie Gorden............................................................Costume Design Intern Olivia Johnston..................................................... Stage Management Intern Dominic Lannon.................................................... Technical Direction Intern Elliot Odette................................................................ Lighting Design Intern Emma Pegouske............................................................Sound Design Intern Camille Van Dien........................................................Costume Design Intern