TTheMarianRicePlayers heMarianRicePlayers 2024-25 Season 2024-25 Season
MARCH 6-9, 2025
Marian High School Auditorium
7225 Lahser Road, Bloomfield Hills
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Angel Donors
2024 - 2025 Season
Seraphim
$100+
Sasha Compère ‘05
Mary Ann Findling
The Koziara Family
Mary Murray
Heather Greig Sofran ‘96
Archangel $50+
Sheila Geary
Nancy Lentini
Javier and Gretchen Mena
Guardian Angel $25+
Rosanne Acciaoli ‘74
Karen Dubay Holt ‘91
Kristen Roland
Sharon Allmen Videtich ‘88
Thank you so much!
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THEATRE ETIQUETTE
Flash photography and media recording are strictly prohibited at any time during the performance.
Please turn off all electronic devices (cell/smart phones, smart watches, etc...) and refrain from texting during the performance.
Complimentary concessions are available in the lobby at intermission. To help maintain our theatre, we thank you for not taking food or beverages into the auditorium.
Please recycle your programs. Bins are available at the ticket table for any programs not needed beyond today’s performance.
Thank you!
Act One
East High School Steps (& Ski Lodge) - Monday, 7:45 AM Wildcat Cheer………..............................................................................COMPANY Start of Something New……...................................Troy, Gabriella, COMPANY
Ms. Darbus's Homeroom - Monday, 8:00 AM
Hallway - Monday, 8:15 AM
Gym - Monday, 8:30 AM
Get'cha Head in the Game………......................................................Troy, JOCKS
Chemistry Lab - Monday, 2:00 PM
Theater - Monday, 3:00 PM
Theater - Tuesday, 3:00 PM
Auditions (Bop to the Top/What I’ve…)…….................THESPIANS, Ms. Darbus What I've Been Looking For…….................................................Ryan, Sharpay What I've Been Looking For (Reprise)…................................Troy, Gabriella
Various Places - Tuesday, Evening Cellular Fusion………..................................................Chad, Taylor, COMPANY
Cafeteria - Wednesday, Noon Stick to the Status Quo…....................................................................COMPANY
Act Two
Entr'acte
Rooftop Garden - Wednesday, 12:30 PM
I Can't Take My Eyes Off of You…….......................................Troy, Gabriella
Sharpay's Locker - Wednesday, 12:30 PM
Study Hall - Wednesday, 1:00 PM Wildcat Cheer (Reprise)….........................................................CHEERLEADERS
Gym - Wednesday 3:30 PM
Locker Room/Lab - Wednesday, 4:00 PM
Counting on You……................................................................JOCKS, BRAINIACS When There Was Me and You……...............Gabriella, Troy, JOCKS, BRAINIACS
Isolated Spaces - Wednesday Evening
Rehearsal Room - Thursday, 12:30 PM
Theater - Thursday, 12:45 PM Start of Something New (Reprise)…......................................Troy, Gabriella
Study Hall - Thursday, 1:00 PM
We're All in This Together.……..........Chad, Taylor, Kelsi, JOCKS, BRAINIACS
Lab / Theater / Locker Room & Gym - Friday, 3:00 PM Bop to the Top…............................................Sharpay, Ryan, BRAINIACS, JOCKS Breaking Free….......................................................Troy, Gabriella, COMPANY
Gym - Friday, 5:00 PM
We're All in This Together (Reprise)……...........................................COMPANY High School Musical Megamix…..........................................................COMPANY
cast
Troy Bolton......................................................Danny Holt
Gabriella Montez........................................Rhea Sanders
Sharpay Evans............................................Cecilia Murray
Ryan Evans........................................................Ben Malick
Taylor McKessie.....................................Charlotte Dubay
Chad Danforth...............................................Ben Bingham
Zeke bAylor.............................................Kingston Nevils
Kelsi Neilsen........................................................Ava Olah
Ms. Darbus...................................................Ada Kowalewsi
Jack Scott..................................................Christian Sohm
Martha Cox..........................................Charlotte Bingham
Coach Jack Bolton..................................Hubert Sanders
Jamie (Thespian)...................................Reese Frauenheim
Susan (Emotional Thespian)...................Caroline Torok
Cathy (Eager Thespian)...........................Elle Brockhaus
Ally (Flair for couture)............................Emma Walton
Cyndra (Operatic Aspirations).......................Ella Adams
Kratnoff (History Buff)................................Nadia Valka
Josie (Basketball Player)................Lauryn Billingsley
Ripper (Skater)..................................Allyson McAllister
Mongo (Skater)...............................................Nora Austin
Ms. Tenny.........................................................Hope Sovran
Moderator.....................................................Erin Wiseman
Karaoke M.C....................................................Ethan Brown
Jocks...................................................Lauryn Billingsley, Marianna Becharas, Heidi Carroll
Thespians.............................................Reese Frauenheim, Caroline Torok, Emma Walton, Ella Adams
Brainiacs........................................................Hope Sovran, Nadia Valka, Abby Walton
Skater Rebels..........Ethan Brown, Allyson McAllister, Nora Austin, Elle Brockhaus
Cheerleaders....................................Charlotte Bingham, Allyson McAllister, Reese Frauenheim, Elle Brockhaus
Crew
Director............................................................Kelly Davis
Producer..........................................................Amy Blevins
Choreographer...........................................Vickie Schmitt
Technical Director......................................Phill Harmer
Vocal Director................................................Amy Blevins
Set Design.............................................................Jim Davis
Light Design.........................................Christopher Davis
Crew.................................................................Allie Bailey, Lucy Bogus, Summer Borromeo, Maddy Buley, Henry Clement, Elizabeth Emerick, Claire Fagan, Angelica Gedwill, George Rozansky, Michelle Sanders, Nylah Sanders, Tatym Williams
Program............................................................Amy Blevins
ella Adams ‘27
nora austin ‘28
Allie Bailey ‘26
marianna becharas ‘25
charlotte bingham ‘25
lauryn billingsley ‘25
ben bingham ‘25
summer borromeo ‘27
Lucy Bogus ‘27
elle brockhaus ‘25
ethan brown ‘25
heidi carroll ‘25
henry clement ‘25
elizabeth emerick ‘26
claire fagan ‘26
angelica gedwill ‘27
danny holt ‘25
maddie buley ‘25
‘25
reese frauenheim ‘25
ben malick ‘26
ada kowalewski ‘25
charlotte dubay
allyson mcallister ‘28
Cecilia murray ‘27
kingston nevils ‘26
ava olah ‘25
georgie rozansky ‘25
Mr. hubert michelle nylah
Mrs. erin wiseman
The Parents and Families of the Cast & Crew
Marian Administration, Faculty & Staff
Brother Rice Administration, Faculty & Staff
Detroit Country Day School
JOhn Bingham - Photography
Leon Halip: www.LeonHalipphotography.com
BRETT Salamin - videography
Tru Food
our parent volunteers
PDQ Printing, Royal Oak
Speedy Tees, Birmingham We wish to thank everyone for their assistance and support, especially the following:
THE LUISE SMELA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Luise Smela was a proud member of the Marian faculty and staff from the fall of 1979 to the spring of 2008. During her many years at the school, she was an incredibly impactful teacher and the beloved Producer/Director of the Marian Rice Players (MRP), the joint drama department between Marian High School and Brother Rice High School.
Lu approached education with an outward focus. She created a forum for her students to embrace altruism with the philosophy that loving others first must be woven into the fabric of right living That unshakeable foundation for life impacted all those who participated in the hundreds of performances she directed She taught her students that no job in the theater was more important than another, just as for her, no student was more important than another. Luise Smela made a difference and was so proud of her many students who became successful professionals in the theatre and entertainment world.
Ava Olah
2025-2026 Recipient
Ava hopes to study Communications after her time at Marian
On why receiving this scholarship was important to her: “It is truly an honor to be acknowledged for my passion in the performing arts. Receiving this scholarship allowed me to recognize how much I love performing. From the nerves I get before going on stage to the excitement I feel while on stage; I love it all. I am so grateful for this scholarship and the performing arts program at Marian.”
To donate to the Luise Smela Scholarship Fund, please scan the QR code or visit www.marian-hs.org/give and note “Smela” in the Comments Box
International Thespian Society Troupe #5537
Marian High School & Brother Rice High School
Dr. Kelly Davis - Troupe Director
Members
Ava Olah ‘25 – President
Rhea Sanders ‘25 – Vice President
Ella Adams ‘27 – Secretary
Tatym Williams ‘26 – Treasurer
Madelyn Prantera ‘26 – PR Historian/Social Media
Elizabeth Emerick ‘26
Kingston Nevils ‘26
Giselle Sesi ‘26
Upcoming!
An Evening of One Acts
March 29th, 2025 @ 7PM
Marian High School Auditorium
UpcomingPerforming Arts Events
Marian’s Got Talent
“Marian Goes to Hollywood”
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
7:00pm, Marian Auditorium
International Thespian Society
Troupe #5537
An Evening of One Acts
March 29th, 2025 @ 7PM
Marian High School Auditorium
Brother Rice Evening of the Arts
A Fine Arts & Music Showcase
Thursday, April 10th, 6-7pm
Brad Simmons '75 Alumni Hall
Marian High School “An Evening of the Arts”
Thursday, May 1, 2025
7:00pm, Marian Auditorium
That's Showbiz!
Break a leg, Ms. Darbus!
Love Mom, Dad, Marylin and Jimmy
Georgie - On stage or behind the scenes, your star has shone brightly the last 4 years! We're so very proud of you!
Love, Your Family
HeidiCongratulations on your first and final MRP performance! You have always been a star.
Love, Mom, Dad, Charlie, Ashley, and Mia
Jack Bolton: “You're the playmaker... not a singer... right?"
Troy Bolton: “Did you ever think that maybe I could be both?"
Ethan, we love you and are proud of you for being both. Love, Dad, Mom & Emma
Cece!
Congratulations Cecilia!! We are so proud of you!!! Love, The Overlas
We are so excited and proud of you! From the basketball and volleyball courts to the stage! You tackle each opportunity with enthusiasm and joy. Break a leg on your role as Sharpay! We think you ' re FABULOUS! Love, Mom, Dad, Grace, Bridget, and Catherine Congratulations Vocal Arts Seniors Ava olah & Rhea Sanders!!!
Thank you for your dedication! Keep singing & being joyful!!! Mrs. Blevins
“WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER!”
Congratulations to the Cast & Crew of
Disney’s High School Musical!
