Lionel Bart's OLIVER!

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A Note from our Executive Director As we gather to experience this beloved musical based on Charles Dickens’ "Oliver Twist", I find myself reflecting on the timeless themes that resonate throughout this story. Dickens’ tale of a young boy navigating hardship, searching for belonging, and yearning for a better life feels just as relevant today as it did when it was first published.

At LCT, we believe in the power of storytelling to connect us all—across generations, backgrounds, and experiences. This production is a prime example of how theatre brings us together to share in the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

At LCT, our mission is to honor and celebrate our rich theatrical heritage while building a sustainable future. Oliver! represents the very heart of community theatre—an opportunity for collaboration, education, and shared creativity. Our talented cast and crew, made up of individuals from all walks of life, have worked tirelessly to bring this production to life. From our youngest performers to seasoned veterans of the stage, their dedication embodies our commitment to excellence in local entertainment.

As you watch Oliver! unfold, I invite you to think about the ways this story reflects our own community’s journey. Just as Oliver searches for family and belonging, so too do we strive to create a welcoming space where every person who walks through our doors feels seen, heard, and valued. At LCT, we envision a theatre that serves as a reflection of the diversity and strength of La Crosse, a place where the arts unite us and illuminate the richness of our shared identity.

This production is not only a celebration of a classic musical but a celebration of the incredible volunteers, artists, and community members who make LCT thrive. Our path forward is grounded in collaboration and accountability, and with each production, we take another step toward realizing our vision for the future—a future where creativity knows no bounds and theatre remains an essential part of our collective story.

Thank you for being a part of our journey. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or a first-time visitor, your presence here tonight helps to sustain and shape the future of La Crosse Community Theatre. We hope you enjoy this magical production of Oliver!, and that it sparks joy, reflection, and perhaps even a renewed sense of community.

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Director’s Note “The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.” -Don Williams Jr. Life is full of unexpected twists and turns and few stories capture that better than Oliver Twist. Born into the harsh confines of a workhouse, Oliver makes a bold choice to “want some more” for himself—a decision that sets him on a path filled with solitude, camaraderie, danger, protection, holding to hope, and being pragmatic.

Oliver’s story takes place in just 11 or 12 days—an astonishingly short period for someone who experiences so much. Like most of the characters in this show, we all wear masks to survive, adapting to life’s twists and circumstances. Our production embraces the complexity of these characters, showing that even those who seem purely “good” or “evil” exist in shades of grey.

After sitting with this show over the past year, these are some of the concepts, themes, and images that really stuck with me: the power of darkness & light, resiliency, transformation, and forging your own path.

“In the darkest times, hope is something that you give yourself” -Albus Dumbledore Life’s darker moments make the light even more precious, and this musical doesn’t shy away from the hardships of the human experience. Even when Oliver is alone shrouded in darkness, he is yearning for the light that is underneath the willow tree he sees in his dreams.

“She stood in the storm and when the wind did not blow her way, she adjusted her sails —Elizabeth Edwards For this production, I chose to highlight the female characters and their resiliency. In the 1800s, women in London had few rights and little social mobility. In this show, they needed to wear different masks, transform, and adapt to influence decisions, change the narrative, and drive the action of this show despite limitations imposed on them.

“Although the happiness and delight of my life lie buried there too, I have not made a coffin of my heart, and sealed it up for ever on my best affections. Deep affliction has only made them stronger; it ought, I think, for it should refine our nature. — Mr. Brownlow in Oliver Twist Enjoy the Oliver’s journey and embrace every twist and turn along the way.

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A La Crosse Community Theatre Production by special arrangement with Cameron Mackintosh

BOOK, MUSIC AND LYRICS BY LIONEL BART FREELY ADAPTED FROM CHARLES DICKENS’ OLIVER TWIST

STARRING

RHIANNON BAASCH LIZZ BRANNON MARCIA BRENDUM MACKINLEY BRUEMMER STACY BRUEMMER BAER BRUNDAGE ODO BRUNDAGE SHANYU CHANDANA ADALYN DEHLI HAILEY DOCKENDORFF PERLA DONJUAN DENNIS DORMAN JUDITH DRAKE WINSLOW EVANS MAHLIVANH FLECKENSTEIN ESTELLE HARRIS-EYO ELLA HEINTZ ALLAN JOHNSON MICAH KLUG COOPER KOEPKE NADIA KRENN ANTIGONE LEONE ROSALIE MANSON CONNOR MARTIN FIONA MCKNIGHT DELLA MEIER ANNA NASH JOSHUA NELSON BEN PARMETER MATILDA PARMETER MILES PURNEY RACHEL ROOKER JORDAN ROOKER ISLA SAMPSON KOLE SCHILLING SUDHA SCHULTZ CHRISTINA SCOVILLE AERITH SCOVILLE NADIA SLETTEN DELANEY SMALL MORGAN SOMMERFELDT ERIC STOUGHTENGER REID SULLIVAN QUINN SULLIVAN CAROLYN SWIFT KIERALYNN TUPPER SHAWN TUPPER HUGO UNNASCH JUNI WALLER GABRIEL WALRAVEN CHARLEY WEBER ERIN WIESER BREKKIN WOOD

CO-STAGE MANAGER CO-STAGE MANAGER ADAM CHEYENNE KRUSE CLARK CO-STAGE MANAGER COLE JACOBSON SCENIC DESIGN BY RAQUEL JACKSON LIGHTING DESIGN BY ERIK VOSE & BRAD WEBER CHOREOGRAPHY BY JONATHAN LAMB

PROPERTIES BY COSTUMES BY THERESA MACK SMERUD MIKSHOWSKY TECHNICAL DIRECTOR SOUND DESIGN BY LEX SRINI VIOLETTE CHANDANA FIGHT CHOREOGRAPHY BY INTIMACY DIRECTION BY GREG PARMETER HANNAH FERNANDES MUSIC DIRECTION BY PETER BOSGRAAF

DIRECTED BY ALEX ATTARDO LIONEL BART’S OLIVER! Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES, WATCHES AND OTHER DEVICES, AS USE OF THESE IS NOT ALLOWED INSIDE OF THE LYCHE THEATRE. ANY VIDEO OR AUDIO RECORDING OF THIS PRODUCTION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

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Cast OLIVER TWIST........................................................... Shanyu Akshara Chandana & Charley Weber ARTFUL DODGER.........................................................Mahlivanh Fleckenstein & Kieralynn Tupper FAGIN......................................................................................................................Stacy Bruemmer BILL SIKES......................................................................................................MacKinley Bruemmer NANCY....................................................................................................................Marcia Brendum BET............................................................................................................................. Perla Donjuan MR. BUMBLE..............................................................................................................Shawn Tupper WIDOW CORNEY..........................................................................................................Lizz Brannon MR. BROWNLOW...........................................................................................................Mark Solyst MR. SOWERBERRY.....................................................................................................Jordan Rooker MRS. SOWERBERRY...................................................................................................Rachel Rooker CHARLOTTE/ u/s BET........................................................................................................Ella Heintz NOAH CLAYPOLE.............................................................................................................Micah Klug DR. GRIMWIG...........................................................................................................Dennis Dorman MRS. BEDWIN....................................................................................................... Christina Scoville STRAWBERRY SELLER/ENSEMBLE............................................................................ Sudha Shultz* MILKMAID SELLER/ u/s MRS. SOWERBERRY.......................................................Rhiannon Baasch ENSEMBLE/ u/s WIDOW CORNEY................................................................................Judith Drake ENSEMBLE/ u/s NANCY................................................................................................Erin Wieser* ENSEMBLE/ u/s MR.SOWERBERRY...........................................................................Allan Johnson ENSEMBLE............................. Eric Stoughtenger*; Joshua Nelson*; Kole Shilling; Carolyn Swift* KNIFE GRINDER/YOUTH ENSEMBLE...........................................................................Ben Parmeter ROSE SELLER/YOUTH ENSEMBLE................................................................................ Adalyn Dehli YOUTH ENSEMBLE/ u/s CHARLOTTE...................................................................... Antigone Leone YOUTH ENSEMBLE Anna Nash*; Odo Brundage; Estelle Harris-Eyo*; Fiona McKnight; Gabe Walraven; Hugo Unnasch*; Isla Sampson*; Matilda Parmeter; Nadia Sletten*; Quinn Sullivan; Reid Sullivan; Brekkin Wood; Baer Brundage; Della Meier; Winslow Evans; Cooper Koepke; Nadia Krenn; Morgan Sommerfeldt; Miles Purney; Aerith Scoville*; Rosalie Manson; Delaney Small; Hailey Dockendorff * = LCT Debut

Special Thanks Dan's Shoe Repair, Deborah Olson, Theresa Smerud

LCT's Mission At La Crosse Community Theatre, our mission is to honor and celebrate our rich theatrical heritage while establishing a sustainable foundation for the years to come. With collaboration as a cornerstone, we are a dynamic, educational, and visionary force shaping the destiny of our community by adapting to the ever-changing arts landscape and showcasing excellence in local community entertainment.

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Production and Design Team Director .................................................................................................................................................ALEX ATTARDO Music Director.................................................................................................................................. PETER BOSGRAAF Co- Stage Manager..........................................................................................................................CHEYENNE CLARK Co-Stage Manager..................................................................................................................................ADAM KRUSE Assistant Stage Manager....................................................................................................................COLE JACOBSON Choreographer..................................................................................................................................JONATHAN LAMB Fight Choreographer..........................................................................................................................GREG PARMETER Intimacy Director...................................................................................................................... HANNAH FERNANDES Costume Designer...........................................................................................................................THERESA SMERUD Lighting Designer.........................................................................................................................................ERIK VOSE Scenic Designers..............................................................................................................................RAQUEL JACKSON Props Designer............................................................................................................................MACK MIKSHOWSKY Sound Designer............................................................................................................................... SRINI CHANDANA Technical Director.................................................................................................................................... LEX VIOLETTE Carpenters/Painters.............................................................. STEVE LIBERA, DENNIS DORMAN, RACHEL ROOKER, KATIE FRIES, MARK SOLYST, CAROL SOLYST, SAGE SWARTWOUT, JAIMIE SULLIVAN, NOLAN SULLIVAN, SAM HANSON, KIERALYNN TUPPER, SHAWN TUPPER, RHIANNON BAASCH, MAHLIVANH FLECKENSTEIN, SCOTT FLECKENSTEIN, CHLOE WHITE, KAILYN WITTROCK, JOSH KAISER, DAN NORTON AND CAST OF OLIVER! Audio Console Operator.....................................................................................................................FINN GALLAGER Run Crew..........................................................................................................................................SOPHIE MARTINE Costume Shop Volunteers............................................... CHARLOTTE GRANT, SHARON MARKEE, SUZANNE YOUNG, CHRISTINE PAPKE, NANCY MAHLUM, JULIE KEITEL, CAROL SOLYST, PAT CHILSEN, TRINA SCHLIFER, KELLY FARROW, BEVERLEE CLEARMAN, CLARA KAMMUELLER, RUTH DRISCO, CHERYL VIETH, EMMA FRAYER, BRYCE TURGEON, DEBORAH OLSON

LCT Staff

Executive Director.........................................................................................................................................ERIK VOSE Artistic Operations Director........................................................................................................................MARY CATE WESLING Artistic Advancement Director................................................................................................................................ALEX ATTARDO Director of Education......................................................................................................................... KATELYN KLIEVE Technical Director...................................................................................................................................LEX VIOLETTE Costume Shop Supervisor.............................................................................................................. THERESA SMERUD Marketing Manager | Assistant Costume Shop Supervisor.............................................................. JESSICA RIGDON Weber Center Operations Manager | LCT Audio/Visual Manager...............................................RYAN VAN BERKUM Finance Manager..............................................................................................................................MELANIE NIMMO Front of House....................................................... KALLAN DECKERT; BETH MORATTO; MAYA DOUGHERTY-HARRIS SHARON SINGER-DAWIDOWSKI; DAWN HAVICAN Scene Shop Staff................................................................................. MACKINLEY BRUEMMER, AUGUST JENNINGS,

LCT Board of Directors President...................................................................................................................................................JAY LOKKEN First Vice-President..................................................................................................................................NEAL MEIER Second Vice President...........................................................................................................................JOE HAMMES Treasurer...............................................................................................................................................MARY ISAACS Secretary.......................................................................................................................................MARY RATHGABER Past President...............................................................................................................................................PAT HEIM Members at Large...........................................BRADLEY WEBER; RICHARD REYNERTSON; STEPHEN CONRAD; KELLY GALVÁN; MARLENE DE LA CRUZ-GUZMAN; CAROLYN COLLEEN BOSTRACK; MONICA ORGAN; RANDY NELSON; MARK SOLYST; DICK RECORD HR Representatives.......................................................................................STEPHEN CONRAD AND PAT HEIM p. 11

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Musical Numbers

ACT I

Food, Glorious Food................................................... OLIVER and YOUTH ENSEMBLE Oliver! ......................................... MR.BUMBLE, WIDOW CORNEY, YOUTH ENSEMBLE I Shall Scream!............................. MR.BUMBLE, WIDOW CORNEY, YOUTH ENSEMBLE Boy For Sale............................................................................................. MR. BUMBLE That's Your Funeral......................... MR. SOWBERRY, MRS. SOWBERRY, MR. BUMBLE Where Is Love? .................................................................................................OLIVER 14. Consider Yourself.................................................DODGER, OLIVER and COMPANY Consider Yourself (Reprise)..........................................................................COMPANY You've Got To Pick A Pocket Or Two .............................FAGIN and YOUTH ENSEMBLE Rum-Tum-Tum....................................................................................................FAGIN Intermezzo-Part 1 ..............................................................................................FAGIN It's A Fine Life............................................................ NANCY, BET, YOUTH ENSEMBLE I'd Do Anything ..........NANCY, DODGER, OLIVER, BET, FAGIN and YOUTH ENSEMBLE Be Back Soon.................................................................FAGIN and YOUTH ENSEMBLE There will be one 15 minute intermission

ACT II

Oom-Pah-Pah .........................................................................NANCY and COMPANY My Name .....................................................................................................BILL SIKES As Long As He Needs Me .................................................................................NANCY Where Is Love? (Reprise)........................................................................MRS. BEDWIN Who Will Buy? ......................................................................... OLIVER and COMPANY It's A Fine Life (Reprise)............................................. NANCY, FAGIN, SIKES, DODGER Oliver! (Reprise)..........................................................MR. BUMBLE, WIDOW CORNEY As Long As He Needs Me (Reprise) ................................................................ NANCY London Bridge/ Reviewing The Situation (Reprise)...........................................FAGIN Bows ............................................................................................................COMPANY p. 13

The Company

RHIANNON BAASCH

LIZZ BRANNON

MARCIA BRENDUM

MACKINLEY BRUEMMER

STACY BRUEMMER

BAER BRUNDAGE

ODO BRUNDAGE

SHANYU CHANDANA

ADALYN DEHLI

HAILEY DOCKENDORFF

PERLA DONJUAN

DENNIS DORMAN

JUDITH DRAKE

WINSLOW EVANS

MAHLIVANH FLECKENSTEIN

ESTELLE HARRIS-EYO

ELLA HEINTZ

ALLAN JOHNSON

MICAH KLUG

COOPER KOEPKE

NADIA KRENN

ANTIGONE LEONE

ROSALIE MANSON

CONNOR MARTIN

FIONA MCKNIGHT

DELLA MEIER

ANNA NASH

JOSHUA NELSON

BEN PARMETER

MATILDA PARMETER

MILES PURNEY

RACHEL ROOKER

JORDAN ROOKER

ISLA SAMPSON

KOLE SCHILLING

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The Company

SUDHA SCHULTZ

CHRISTINA SCOVILLE

AERITH SCOVILLE

NADIA SLETTEN

DELANEY SMALL

MORGAN SOMMERFELDT

ERIC STOUGHTENGER

REID SULLIVAM

QUINN SULLIVAN

CAROLYN SWIFT

KIERALYNN TUPPER

SHAWN TUPPER

HUGO UNNASCH

GABRIEL WALRAVEN

CHARLEY WEBER

ERIN WIESER

BREKKIN WOOD

ALEX ATTARDO

PETER BOSGRAAF

SRINI CHANDANA

CHEY CLARK

HANNAH FERNANDES

RAQUEL JACKSON

COLE JACOBSON

EDDIE KIM

ADAM KRUSE

JONATHAN LAMB

MACK MIKSHOWSKY

GREG PARMETER

THERESA SMERUD

LEX VIOLETTE

ERIK VOSE

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Who's Who RHIANNON BAASCH (Milkmaid Seller/Ensemble/ Mrs. Sowerberry u/s) Rhiannon is very excited for her second show at LCT! She was previously seen in A Doll’s House, Part 2 as Emmy. She works for the School District of La Crosse teaching K-5 general music at Summit Elementary and Coulee Montessori.

LIZZ BRANNON (Widow Corney) Lizz is so happy to reprise her role as the Widow Corney just 17 short years after her senior show. She was last seen on stage in Legally Blonde, but she called the shots most recently for A Nice Family Christmas and Bright Star. She'd like to thank her family, friends, and cast mates. enjoy the show!!

MARCIA BRENDUM (Nancy) Marcia is excited to be back on stage as your Nancy! In past years, you would have seen her bending and snapping as Paulette in Legally Blonde or behind an inappropriate puppet as Blue Bear in Avenue Q. Fun fact: she had the privilege assistant directing this show back in 2007 with music director, Peter Bosgraaf! Off the stage, Marcia is the Marketing Coordinator for Credit at Kwik Trip and an event coordinator at The Greenhouse at Bittersweet as well as private events! Got a wedding/party?! I can coordinate that! And don’t let Bill fool ya, she’s single!

MACKINLEY BRUEMMER (Bill Sikes) MacKinley was last seen on the LCT stage as Jamie in The Last Five Years, the Beast in Beauty and the Beast, and Dan in Next to Normal. Professional roles include Jervis Pendleton in Daddy Long Legs, Caleb in The Spitfire Grill, and Robert in Boeing Boeing with the Northern Fort Playhouse; as well as a cast member with Storybook Land Theatre in Aberdeen SD. STACY BRUEMMER (Fagin) Once upon a time, an 11 year-old Stacy auditioned for her very first community theatre production in Colorado. She had already played a bicuspid in a school play, this would be her first "real" show! Low and behold she got a part in (you guessed it) OLIVER! LCT audiences will remember her as Berthe in Boing-Boing or Cindy Lou Who in Who's Holiday. Stacy is tickled pink to share a stage with her son, MacKinley in this show and wishes her daughter, Julianna could trod the boards tonight too! Thank you, John, for always holding my hand! Mind your pockets everyone, enjoy the show!

BAER BRUNDAGE (Youth Ensemble) Baer Brundage is a 5th grader at West Salem Middle School. Oliver! is Baer’s 11th theatrical production and seventh with LCT. Oliver! is one of Baer’s favorite musicals; he is thrilled to work with this fantastic cast and production team on such an iconic show.

ODO BRUNDAGE (Youth Ensemble) Odo Brundage is in the 3rd grade in West Salem. When not competing in sports, Odo enjoys meeting new people and performing on stage. Most recently he played Prince Charming in the LCT Penguin Project production of Cinderella Youth Edition and Freckles in 101 Dalmatians at the Heider Center. Oliver! will be Odo’s 5th LCT production; he is hoping for many more even if they compete with football.

SHANYU CHANDANA (Oliver Twist) a passionate 7th grader whose love for acting ignited at just five years old during the vibrant Diwali festival, where he took on charming little roles. By eight, he was already captivating audiences at LCT in "The Secret Garden," embodying a dreamer's spirit. His journey continued as he stepped into the spotlight as the understudy for Kurt in "The Sound of Music," and later, he brought charm to the stage as Chip in "Beauty and the Beast." Most recently, he wowed audiences as Bruce in "Matilda." His enthusiasm for performance extends beyond acting; he sings with the La Crosse Boychoir and showcases his Bollywood dancing skills at the UWL International Banquet and Global Initiative. With every role, his passion for storytelling through acting, singing, and dancing only grows stronger, making him a true rising star in the performing arts.

ADALYN DEHLI (Rose Seller/Youth Ensemble) Adalyn is so excited to be back on the LCT stage!

She is an 8th grader at Holmen Middle School and enjoys theatre and show choir. Some of her favorite productions include, The Wizard of Oz at LCT as youth ensemble, The Little Mermaid at HMS as Sebastian, and Beauty and the Beast at LCT as ensemble. She would like to thank her parents for driving her everyday and being her biggest supporters!

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Who's Who HAILEY DOCKENDORFF (Youth Ensemble) Hailey is excited to be performing with the amazing cast of Oliver! She is grateful for any opportunity to be on the Weber Center stage. Favorite past productions include Diary of a Wimpy Kid (60 minute version) (Patty Farrell), Matilda Jr (Matilda), and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Ensemble). Hailey would like to thank everyone who comes to see this show and supports the theater. She hopes you enjoy the show!

PERLA DONJUAN (Bet/Ensemble) Perla is grateful to be back on the LCT stage and to be a part of this beautiful show. You last saw Perla in The Wizard of Oz. Other credits include Legally Blonde (Chutney).

In her pastime she co-manages and serves coffee at her food truck Batter & Brew. She would like to thank her family and friends for all of the constant support and love. She hopes you enjoy the show and thanks you all for coming.

DENNIS DORMAN (Dr. Grimwig / Governor / Ensemble) Great to be back on stage and getting slivers in the scene shop this fall. The "Wizard" made it back to home in Kansas after all. Oliver! is a great show with the largest cast ever, good friends from past productions, and such memorable music. Big thanks to all those on the production team, costume shop, and scene shop for the incredibly hard work and dedication. And a big thanks to Ellie for her continued support through it all.

JUDITH DRAKE (Ensemble/ u/s Widow Corney) Judith is very excited to be a part of LCT's production of Oliver! She lives in La Crosse and works downtown at WKBT. This is Judith's second show with LCT. Her first was Fiddler on the Roof where she was cast as Hodel.

WINSLOW EVANS (Youth Ensemble ) Winslow is so excited to be performing in Oliver! This is Winslow’s 4th production with LCT. She also performed in Penguin Project’s Cinderella Youth Edition, The Lion King, and Diary of a Wimpy Kid as well as La Crosse Dance Centre’s Nutcracker. Winslow is in 5th grade and loves wakeboarding, hanging out with friends, and playing with her dogs when not on stage. She would like to thank everyone who supports LCT!

MAHLIVANH FLECKENSTEIN (Artful Dodger) Mahlivanh is an actor & filmmaker who graduated from Viterbo with a BFA in theater this spring & is now spending time writing & pet-sitting. They are ecstatic to be working with the wonderful crew & cast of Oliver! Previous productions include Viterbo’s She Kills Monsters, LCT’s Legally Blonde & Dog Sees God. They also created a short film titled The Warehouse with Viterbo’s film club, which premiered this May. Thanks to family & friends for your support & love.

ESTELLE HARRIS-EYO (Youth Ensemble) Estelle Harris-Eyo, age 7, is in the 2nd grade. This is Estelle's LCT debut performance. She enjoys reading, wake surfing, sewing, biking, and shoe shopping. Her favorite musical productions are Hamilton and Wicked. Estelle loves theater because her name means "star" and musical theater allows her to shine bright! She extends a special thanks to her parents, sister Emira, grandparents, her uncle and aunties, and family friends for all their love and support. A special thanks to Mr. Cole, the cast and crew of Oliver! and everyone at the LCT! ELLA HEINTZ (Charlotte, Bet Understudy) Ella is so excited to be in her first main stage production with LCT! Ella has been in a variety of productions such as Mamma Mia (Rosie) and Legally Blonde (Kate). Ella would like to thank her family, friends, and production team for supporting her throughout this process!

ALLAN JOHNSON (Ensemble / Understudy Mr. Sowerberry) I work at the village Festival Foods in the Deli Department. I love going for walks. I love my 49ers. I have been in Musicals at LCT. Anything Goes ( Moonface Martin) Titanic ( Edgar Bean) Elf ( Chadwick) The Sound of Music ( Franz) Fiddler On The Roof ( Avrahm) I love the theatre, it is another world for me and I also meet old and new people.

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Who's Who MICAH KLUG (Noah Claypole ) Micah is a senior at La Crescent-Hokah High School and has been involved in theater since he was six years old. He has participated in eight productions at LCT, some recent roles as Bill in Mamma Mia, Bob in 9 to 5, and Martin J (with a Damian understudy) in Mean Girls High School Version. Micah is grateful for all the support of his parents throughout his theatrical journey. He hopes you enjoy the show!

COOPER KOEPKE (Youth Ensemble) Cooper is so excited to be a part of Lionel Bart's Oliver!. Cooper is very involved in the La Crosse theater community.

You may have seen him in productions such as…

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Mike Teavee), Mean Girls: High School Version (Ensemble) and Bye Bye Birdie (Conrad Birdie.) He also participates in La Crosse Show Choir. This is his 19th show. He is so excited for you to see the show! Thank you for coming and enjoy!

NADIA KRENN (Youth Ensemble, u/s Rose Seller, u/s Strawberry Seller, u/s Milkmaid) Nadia is so excited to be doing Oliver! with LCT! She recently performed in Mean Girls HS Editionas Ms. Norbury and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee as Ensemble and Olive’s Understudy. In her free time, she also does show choir, dance team, and she is in multiple clubs at her school. Nadia hopes to continue to work with LCT in future productions!

ANTIGONE LEONE (Ensemble/u/s Charlotte) Antigone is so excited to do her 9th musical.

Antigone is going into 9th grade at Aquinas High.

She wants to give a special thanks to everyone who supported her especially, Dio, Mom, Lilli, Kaydyn, and Payton, she loves you all so much. Finally a shout out to everyone doing this production, you’re all stars and amazing hard workers.

ROSALIE MANSON (Youth Ensemble) Rosalie is a 6th grade student who loves theatre, dance, and Taylor Swift. She was most recently seen as Greg in Diary of a Wimpy Kid at LCT and Annie in Annie at Aquinas High School. She would like to thank the entire production team for making LCT such an incredible place to be!

CONNOR MARTIN (u/s Fagin/ u/s Bill Sykes) Connor Martin is thrilled to be part of his second show at LCT after being in The Wizard of Oz last year! This marks his fifth production of Oliver! He is currently a junior Music Theatre major with minors in Dance and Arts Administration at Viterbo University.

Past favorite credits include: Godspell (Judas), The Pirates of Penzance (Sergeant of Police), 42nd Street (Ensemble), and Oliver! (Oliver) in Banner Elk, North Carolina! Enjoy the show!

FIONA MCKNIGHT (Youth Ensemble) Fiona is 10 and is in 5th grade at SOTA 1. She likes reading, gymnastics, and hanging out with friends. Credits include The Wizard of Oz, The Aristocats Kids, Hansel and Gretel, and the Lion King Kids. She is very excited to be in this show and would like to thank her friends and family for being amazing.

DELLA MEIER (Youth Ensemble) Always excited to be a part of any LCT production, Della has recently performed as Rafiki in the Lion King, Toulouse in The Aristocats, and has performed as a mentor in the Penguin Project for the last three years. Della dances in the Nutcracker Ballet each year, as well. Della loves the theatre and is thrilled to be a part of Oliver!

ANNA NASH (Youth Ensemble) Anna (7) is excited to be a part of her first LCT Production. She is a second grader at La Crescent Hokah Elementary, and her first theater experience was as an ensemble cast member for the Star Academy's The Lion King Kids. She also participated in School House Rock with Appleseed Community Theater. She loves to sing, draw, and play with friends. She is a self taught ballerina and is good.

JOSHUA NELSON (Ensemble) This is my first performance with LCT. I have performed in high school theatre productions with Blair-Taylor High School. Productions include Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella (Lionel), Guys & Dolls (Arvide Abernathy), and Lil' Abner (Zeke). What I enjoy most about theatre is bringing stories to life and being a team player. In my own time I work as a substitute teacher in the La Crosse area and tutor with Western Technical College. I'm excited to be back on the stage to perform with LCT.

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Who's Who BEN PARMETER (Knife Grinder / Youth Ensemble) Ben is very excited to be back on stage for Oliver!

Previous productions include...Diary of Anne Frank: Peter, Bye Bye Birdie: Albert and Matilda The Musical: Miss Trunchbull. Ben would like to thank his family and everyone in the production for making this a wonderful experience and he hopes you enjoy the show!

MATILDA PARMETER (Youth Ensemble) Matilda is excited to be back for another LCT production. She loves the fun opportunities to create with her friends.

Previously she has performed in The Nutcracker, Aristocats, Honk!, Cinderella Youth Edition., The Lion King Kids, and A Christmas Carol. When not on stage Matilda enjoys hockey, soccer, golf, reading and math.

MILES PURNEY (Youth Ensemble/Captain) Miles Purney is excited to be in his second show at LCT. In his free time he enjoys painting, drawing, baking, cooking, playing trumpet, and spending time with family and friends. This year he will be a freshman at Central High School RACHEL ROOKER (Mrs. Sowerberry, Ensemble) A whimsical spirit with a heart for both the stage and the brush, Rachel has danced through roles as Shaindel in Fiddler on the Roof (2023) and the "Hair" segment in The Vagina Monologues (2023).

When not performing, she can be found volunteering backstage with a paintbrush in hand. Endless gratitude to her amazing partner, Jordan, and her ever-supportive family for their boundless love and encouragement.

JORDAN ROOKER (Mr Sowerberry/Ensemble/Mr Bumble Understudy) Jordan is excited to perform with LCT again in cahoots with his partner Rachel!

He was most recently Daddy Murphy in LCT’s “Bright Star” and this is his 5th production with LCT. When not working at UWL, he’s often found shuttling around his two kiddos, playing video games, or adventuring through D&D in a dimly lit basement. As always he is forever thankful for the love and support of his family!

ISLA SAMPSON (Youth Ensemble) Isla was part of the youth ensemble in Disney Kids The Aristocats and The Lion King. She is in second grade. Isla loves art, all animals and exploring nature. She takes piano and horseback riding lessons. Isla loves the theatre because she enjoys singing, dancing and acting. She is so excited for her first performance at LCT! KOLE SCHILLING ( Ensemble) Kole is very excited to get back on stage for the first time in two and a half years! Past productions include The Sound of Music (Elberfeld) here at LCT, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Linus), Little Play of Horrors (Scream man/ Fred) and Almost, Maine (Steve) all at Holmen High School. When Kole isn’t on stage he works two jobs, one at Kwik Trip and the other at the Rivoli theatre and pizzeria. He is also a proud volunteer for Big Brothers Big Sisters and has the most amazing Little Brother, Cyren. He would like to thank his friends and family for their support!

SUDHA SCHULTZ ( The Strawberry Seller/ Ensemble) Sudha is a band and orchestra teacher in the La Crosse area. She has been in a few productions in the past such as Godspell (ensemble), Once on this Island Jr. (TiMoune), and Fall and Spring Opera scenes at Lawrence University. She would like to thank her family and friends for all their support, as well as all of her past music teachers.

CHRISTINA SCOVILLE (Mrs. Bedwin) After having a blast being the Well-Dressed Woman in Bright Star in the Spring, Christina has come back for another musical in her second show at LCT. She is a wife, mother of three, and a teacher at Logan High School with a passion for fostering cats at the humane society!

AERITH SCOVILLE (Youth Ensemble) This is Aerith's first LCT show, but I have done show choir for 2 years.

I also enjoy volleyball and school. I am a seventh grader at Onalaska Middle. I can't wait to do more theatre.

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Who's Who NADIA SLETTEN (Youth Ensemble) Hi, thank you for coming to the play! This is my first play. I'm very excited. I hope everyone thinks the play is good and I don't forget my lines. I'm going into sixth grade and I really like to play Dreamlight Valley, reading and I'm pretty good at drawing. I'd like to thank everyone for coming and I'd like to thank my Mom for telling me about the audition and driving me to play practice.

We live a bit away from La Crosse and I heard my parents say gas is expensive. I'd like to thank the director for casting me and everyone who makes a play possible for their hard work!

DELANEY SMALL (Youth Ensemble ) Delaney is so excited to be in her sixth production at LCT. Delaney has been in theater since she was 5 years old and she plans on doing it for the rest of her life. Outside of theater Delaney enjoys playing piano, singing and hanging out with her friends.

MORGAN SOMMERFELDT (Youth Ensemble) Morgan is currently an 8th grader who is still quite new to theater. She has been in two productions before this which were Annie and Harriet the Spy. She'd like to give a big thanks to her mom and brother, who both helped her find her light and love for the theater community.

ERIC STOUGHTENGER (Ensemble) Eric Stoughtenger is thrilled to make his LCT debut with this talented cast. His first musical role was Charlie Bates at New Lisbon High School during freshman year, and he hasn’t been onstage in twenty years. Eric thanks the love of his life, Marissa, for giving him the courage to return to the stage, his theatre crew, Adam and Katy, for reigniting his passion, and his family and friends for their unwavering love and support.

REID SULLIVAN (Youth Ensemble) Reid is a 5th grader at Irving Pertzsch Elementary. It's his 4th time taking part in an LCT performance, but his very first Broadway Series Production. Reid was previously cast in Seussical, Lion King, and Cinderella Youth Edition. When Reid isn't on stage, he is extremely active and is a brown belt in karate, plays both soccer and basketball, and loves to ski and swim. He can also be found watching his favorite Wisconsin sports teams, and playing with family and friends.

QUINN SULLIVAN (Youth Ensemble) Quinn Sullivan is a 3rd grader at Irving Pertzsch Elementary in Onalaska, and it's her 4th time taking part in an LCT production. Quinn has been cast as a munchkin in LCT's performance of The Wizard of Oz, as a mouse in Cinderella Youth Edition, and ensemble in The Lion King. She has a natural ability to become best friends with everyone she meets. Quinn loves performing, and is currently taking voice and dance lessons in hopes of taking part in many more LCT performances.

CAROLYN SWIFT (Ensemble) Hi I am Carolyn! This is my first musical with LCT. I grew up watching musicals with my family and I have continued to love it as I love a good story and music. When a friend asked if I wanted to try out with her, I thought why not? I enjoy keeping myself busy whether it is working, crafting, traveling and/or trying new things such as this! Thank you to all my family and friends!

KIERALYNN TUPPER (Artful Dodger) Kieralynn is very excited to be performing the role of the Artful Dodger in LCT’s Oliver! Kieralynn made her LCT stage debut this summer in Mean Girls HS Edition(Sonja Aquino). Kieralynn is a sophomore at Tomah high school where she is involved in her school‘s show choir, Limited Edition. She wants to thank everyone who has supported her throughout this process and to the cast - Break-A-Leg! SHAWN TUPPER (Mr. Bumble) This is his third performance with LCT! He is thankful to the entire Production Team for this opportunity to perform with his daughter on stage for the first time!! Some of his favorite past credits include Zeke/Lion in The Wizard of OZ (LCT), and Charlie in Annie Get Your Gun (Sherman Players TX). Shawn is thankful for all the support and encouragement of his wife Lissie, and five kids including our newest bundle of joy, Leander, who arrived a few weeks ago! To the cast - Be in the moment and tell the story, and as always, Break-ALeg!!

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Who's Who HUGO UNNASCH (Youth Ensemble) I’m delighted that my first LCT production is also a Dickens piece!

I’ve been a huge fan ever since seeing “The Mystery of Edwin Drood” in 2022 at Commonweal Theatre in Lanesboro (…special thanks to Adrienne Sweeney for all her encouragement and support!). Me? I’m 8; homeschooled; love science, filmmaking, and all things absurd. Résumé includes MCA; GRSF; LDC; Sugarloaf; Missoula. I’m excited to see how my “Oliver!” experience plays out in inspiring my filmmaking!

ALEX ATTARDO (Director) Alex is grateful to be back directing another show for LCT's Broadway Series. They are a proud Theatre Education alum from Viterbo University’s Theatre & Music Theatre Department. Over the past 12 years, Alex has worked as a director, actor, choreographer, intimacy director, stage manager, and designer at many theatres in the Coulee Region. Currently, Alex serves as LCT’s Artistic Advancement Director and is thrilled to direct this production and is looking forward to working on Steel Magnolias later this season.

GABRIEL WALRAVEN (Youth Ensemble) Gabe loves being involved in theatre! He has excelled in all of his roles with his school (La Crescent Montessori and STEM School) as well as those with LCT, including: Aristocats, Lion King, and now, Oliver! In addition to his fabulousness on stage, Gabe is an excellent student, a fantastic friend, and the pride and joy of his parents. He continues to shine bright!

PETER BOSGRAAF (Music Director) Peter is so excited to be a part of this team for OLIVER! Peter has previously Music Directed LCT's productions of Thoroughly Modern Millie, Jesus Christ Superstar, Avenue Q, and last season's Bright Star. He has also been the Music Director for LCT's Penguin Project the last three years and has assisted with LCT's Summer Camp High School shows. Peter is a vocal teacher, theatre educator, director, and music director in La Crosse. He is so proud of all of his students "old" and new that are a part of this production!!

Congratulations to you all!

CHEY CLARK (Assistant Stage Manager) Hello LCT! Thank you audience so much for being here today and supporting live theatre. Cheyenne is so excited to be back here at LCT. When she's not at the theatre, she's a preschool teacher and cheer coach. She wants to thank everyone who made this production possible; it’s been an amazing opportunity. Sit back and enjoy the show. Thank you!

CHARLEY WEBER (Oliver Twist) Charley is so excited to be back on the LCT stage! She is a 6th grader at Longfellow Middle School. You may have seen her last year as Bielke in Fiddler on the Roof or as a munchkin in The Wizard of Oz. When she is not performing, she enjoys playing violin and reading.

Her favorite part about theater is how the cast and crew feel like family after working so hard together.

ERIN WIESER (Ensemble/ u/s Nancy) Erin makes her LCT debut with Oliver! Recent previous roles include Lucinda in Into the Woods and Perch Perkins in The SpongeBob Musical, both at Appleseed Community Theatre. Outside of theatre, Erin enjoys riding her horse and playing board games. She is excited to be part of this show and grateful for the opportunity to perform at LCT. BREKKIN WOOD (Youth Ensemble) Brekkin is new to this theater adventure! He was Young Simba in The Lion King Kids this past summer and is excited to be performing with friends in this production and The Nutcracker this winter. He's in 3rd grade and outside of school can be found at LDC, playing baseball, football or wrestling. Brekkin sends love to his family and friends supporting him on and off the stage.

He's most thankful for inspiration from Theya.

COLE JACOBSON (Child Wrangler) Cole has been having such "A Fine Life" working behind the scenes for the first time in an LCT production. Cole is loving his time working with the talented youth in the coulee region. When he isn't child wrangling the orphans and pickpockets he can be found teaching first grade at Summit Environmental School in La Crosse. Cole hopes everyone enjoys the show and to continue coming out and supporting local community and school theatre.

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Who's Who EDDIE KIM (Accompianist) Eddie Kim is back for “some more” at LCT. He accompanied for LCT in Oz, Fiddler, and Legally Blonde. He played in LCT orchestra pits for Bright Star, Fiddler, and Rent.

Eddie also played for Newsies at Sparta, and for James and the Giant Peach at UWL. He teaches math at UWL and dance at I&E. ADAM KRUSE (Co-Stage Manager) Adam is so excited to have Oliver! as his first experience with Stage Management. This cast has been an absolute pleasure to work with and they are so talented! A big thank you to Alex and the production team (along with Katelyn Klieve) in supporting Chey and I through this process as we learn. In addition to Oliver! Adam has also performed in LCT's production of Bright Star and Wizard of Oz, along with supporting the team and cast with Penguin Project. A special shout out to Dylan Santee and our two wonderful puppies - Minnie and Dolly for putting up with all the long days and nights. I hope you all enjoy the show!

JONATHAN LAMB (Choreographer) I am excited to be back choreographing at LCT. Especially Oliver! as I was the knife grinder in the 1994 production here at LCT. I last choreographed Avenue Q. I am thrilled to bring a full production of my original play Adventures Await to the Veterans Studio this April.

Thank you always to Mom, Dad, Amy, Heath, Porter, and Olivia for all your love and support.

LEX VIOLETTE (Technical Director) Lex is currently serving as the Technical Director at LCT. She is grateful to have worked with such an amazing team to bring Oliver! to life for everyone to see. Lex is known for wearing many hats in the theatre with notable credits including Church and State (Director), Come Back (Director), Dog Sees God (Patricia/TD), Mean Girls HS Edition (Scenic Designer/TD), and The Odd Couple (Scenic Designer/TD). Lex extends heartfelt thanks to everyone in the audience for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!

ERIK VOSE (Co-Lighting Designer) As the Executive Director of La Crosse Community Theatre, Erik Vose is a visionary leader, dedicated to nurturing the vibrant theatrical community and fostering creative expression. Erik started his theatre journey in high school. In college, he decided to make it his career, earning a BFA from Texas State University and an MFA from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln. He has been the director of production at multiple venues, but LCT is his first time as an Executive DIrector.

With a passion for the arts and a commitment to inclusivity, Erik spearheads initiatives that elevate the cultural landscape, empowering individuals to explore their talents and share diverse narratives on stage. Through his strategic guidance and unwavering dedication, he hopes to shape an environment where art thrives, inspiring audiences and artists alike.

THERESA SMERUD (Costume Designer) has been involved with LCT since she was 10 years old, when she was cast in The Music Man. Over the years, she participated on stage, but then gravitated to working with costumes. She designed costumes on and off over the years, even before a costume shop was established, with volunteers meeting at her home.

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