Legend of the Light: Rise of the Turtle Torch A Celebrate the Children Original Production
June 2021 St. Elizabeth University
Hear Ye, Hear Ye Good Evening, Lords, Ladies, Lads and Lasses. Thank you all for coming tonight. We are all full of excitement as we finally come together after a year of this wickedness. I have been instructed by King Trent and Queen Sassy Curls of our Kingdom Zendire to explain a few expectations. First, we hope you have the most Medieval of experiences and enjoy the play that we have worked very hard to put together. As you are enjoying any feast or fare, please be sure to put any rubbish in the brown bag you received at the pre-show. Our dedicated Jesters will be walking around to take that from you and discard the medieval waste. Our Actors and Actresses appreciate the no talking policy so that they can concentrate and focus on their performance. Please turn off ringers or other devices. Please try and not move about as we do not want to distract our Lords and Ladies. Enjoy the Concert!
Event Sponsor To our Big Star Ben, Break a leg! Love, Mom, Dad, Isaac, Grammy and Grandpa
Merry Maypole Sponsor The Tarpey Group
Marketplace Sponsors
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On The Go Cargo, Inc. & The Perrothers Family onthegocargo.com
The Scriptwriters & Main Characters EDWARD D.-Sir Edmond the Knight BEN D.-Sir Arnold the Knight JAMES F.-Lord Tyrion Finkelstein RICKY G.-Sir Aroseges the Knight; Time Traveler KES R.-Teacher Mr. Tree & Lil' Cool JAMES N.-King Trent CHAD S.-Gobblestein ANTHONY S.-Flapper JUSTIN Z.-Justice the Monk VEERAL D.-Sarmadon JORDAN M.-Ursa Silverhand MATTHEW S.-Knight/Voice of Magic Mirror
Also Featuring… Vickie B.-Queen Sassy Curls Julius M.-Grim the Crow Sapphire F.-Princess Ember Sean R.-Sir John the Knight
Thank You to the Concert Committee Lauren Blaszak, Mary Beth Scheerer, Linda Dimick, Kristin Polster, Kevin Güldner, Hollis O’ Keeffe, Connor Frick, Katie Monroe, Sarah Southard, Lissette Gray, Shelann Coughlan, Dan Myers, Harry Howarth, Laura Baldwin, Nicole Bracero, Danielle Dieckmann Guldner, Dan Limone, Madeleine Welch, Saheed Baksh, Related Service Department, Equine Tranquility, Our Painters, Seamstresses, Set Designers and all of our dedicated Staff whose passion and commitment is what makes this production possible.
OPENING REMARKS Connor & Ali
OPENING NUMBER BOY'S GROUP DANCE
VEERAL D., JACOB G., EDWARD D., BEN D., KES R.,
RICHIE S., KWESI A., MATTHEW S., JUSTIN M.
OPENING SCENE
“The Classroom”
Main Characters
CHAPTER 1
“HEAR YE, HEAR YE”
Main Characters MUSICAL PERFORMANCE: CTC SCRIPTWRITERS SWORDS OF A THOUSAND MEN
CHAPTER 2 “THE CELEBRATION”
DJ & Jackie’s Classes
Joseph B., Mikhail B., Lia C., Nolan D., Delyla G., Axel R., Isla Vi., Seamus W., Xander M.W.
PIANO & VIOLIN DUET: BEN D. & HYUNMIN L. GAME OF THRONES
CHAPTER 3
“WOODLAND MAGIC”
Michelle & Rachel’s Classes
Stavros B., Avner C., Marley D., Faith H. J., Jehiel K., Eric L., Quinnlin M., Rishik M., Javiar P., Brody S., John S., Alexader S., Tanner R., Christopher T.
SOLO: SEAN R.: SPIRIT ADVENTURE
CHAPTER 4
“THE CAPTURE”
Main Characters
SOLO: JEHIEL K.: LET IT GO
CHAPTER 5
“ANIMAL TALK”
Main Characters
SOLO: Ben K.: Yeah, Yeah, Yeah
CHAPTER 6
“Child’s Play”
Nikki & Laura’s Classes Ed D., James D., Trent G., Noah L., Jake M Micheal O., Joshua R., Maanav S., Daniel S., Gabby S.
PIANO SOLO: Christopher C.: “Scenes From Childhood”
CHAPTER 7 "THE CRAFTSMAN’S GUILD”
San & Dawn’s Classes
Ben N., Brian P., Max K., Matt R., Anastasia R., Agnes P., Malasia P., Sophie W., Rosie M.
SOLO: ANTHONY S.: BANANA SPLITS
CHAPTER 8
“THE MISSION”
Main Characters
SOLO: RICKY: TIME TRAVELER SONG AN ORIGINAL SONG
CHAPTER 9:
“EVIL UNFOLDS”
Main Characters
DRUM SOLO: JACOB G. VIVA LA VIDA BEN D., EDWARD D.,& VEERAL D. , Kwesi A. VIVA LA VIDA
CHAPTER 10:
“THE WORLD OF GOBBLESWAMP”
Main Characters
SOLO: CHAD S. AN ORIGINAL SONG
“CALL FOR HOPE”
CHAPTER 11: Chrissy’s Class
Nicolas B., Jason C., Josephine S., Daniel J.
CHAPTER 12:
(SCENE 1 OF 2)
“ENEMY MAKES THE MOVE” Morgan’s Class & YAP Hamza A., Aman B., Mekhi F., Vaughn H., Rahul M., Nico N., Malasia P., Owen P., Chad S., Richie S., Sam U.
SOLO: Max R. MEDIEVAL JOKES
CHAPTER 12:
(SCENE 2 OF 2)
“ENEMY MAKES THE MOVE” FC SLIDE SHOW
CHAPTER 13: “THE REWARD”
Logan’s Class & Main Characters Grace D., Giovanni H., Katerina L., Gabriela L., Sasha R.
CHAPTER 14: “THE SPELLBOOK” Main Characters
CHAPTER 15: “INVENTIONS TO SHOUT ABOUT”
Myron & Lisa’s Classes Andrew A., Ava B., Lillian C., Christopher C., Tori D., Jessica K., Julius M., Joshua N., Ethan S., Victoria S.
MAYPOLE & HULA HOOP DANCE
CHAPTER 16: “THE ZENDIRE GAMES” Andrew & Donna’s Classes Kevin C., Huma D., James F., Ricky G., Ian K., Ali K., Kes R., Michael R., Matthew S.
Piano Solo: Justin Z.
CHAPTER 17: “THE DEFEAT"
Amy & Joe’s Classes Kwesi A., Julianna A., Trent B., Jacob G., Stormie H., Dan K., Ishan M., Julius M., Max R.,Patrick L.
CHAPTER 18: “THE RETURN OF THE TURTLE TORCH” Main Characters
CHAPTER 19: “CLASSROOM SCENE” Main Characters
FINALE “What the World Needs Now is Love” Thank you all for joining us tonight. We hope you had a great time! Thank you to all of our sponsors who, without their support, this show would have never happened. Thank you to the parents for allowing us to work with your wonderful children. Thank you to our staff for your steadfast dedication to our students!
To All of Our Very Talented Scriptwriters,
You are AMAZING! We are SO proud of your hard work and diligence putting this Production together over the past two years! This is sure to be one of the Best, even though we say that about every Show! Good luck tonightIt’s a Medieval Thing!
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Congratulations to Jacob and friends on another great Spring Concert! Jacob, congrats on another terrific job drumming! We are so proud of you! Mom, Lexi and Milo
Owen, We love you big guy! Break a leg!
James, We are very proud of your accomplishments this past year! We love you very much! . Mom, Dad, Ava and Coco
Good luck to our star, Lillian and all the cast members of Legend of the Light! Love Grace, Mom & Dad
Congratulations & break a leg to MATTHEW, WINSTON and the entire cast & crew of Legend of the Light Rise of the Turtle Torch
We are very proud of all your hard work, have fun! Love, Mom, Dad, & Joseph
Tori, Wishing you all the best on your Celebrate the Children Spring Concert. Love, Mommy, Daddy and Duke
Congratulations to the “All Star Performers” Of the Show Good Luck Sarmadon..
Save the Kingdom!!
Malasia we are so proud of you for allowing yourself the opportunity to blossom at your new school. We know it wasn't easy but you did it and you are doing great. Keep up the good work, you truly are amazing, you're our "Shining Star.” We love you and we will always be right by your side. Good luck in your concert! Love, Mommy & Daddy
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE STUDENTS, FACULTY AND STAFF ON YOUR HEROIC EFFORTS TO CREATE SUCH AN AWESOME EXPERIENCE! WE WISH EVERYONE THE VERY BEST GOING FORWARD AND WILL MISS YOU ALL!
WARMLY, CUONG, LORI, BEN AND STEPH
Congratulations James Naughton and all of the writers, cast and crew! The Naughton Family
Thank you so much to the staff at Celebrate the Children for making this an awesome year! I appreciate all your hard work. Love, “King” Nicolas B
Princess Grace, We wish you love and happiness on your favorite night of the school year! We love watching you shine on the stage every year. Love, Mom, Dad, Grandma, Uncle Brandon, and your whole family.
Congratulations, Jessica. We are so proud of you and are so excited to see you and all the students back on stage. Keep smiling!! We Love You, Mom, Dad, Jason, Pop and Grandma
Lia, always remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think, and loved more than you know. You are an inspiration to us and everyone around you, and we are so proud of everything you have accomplished. Keep dreaming big! We love you our Little Shining Star!
Mom, Dad, and Ava
We're so proud of how far you've come, Malay. You're doing amazing. Good luck on your big day and remember to have fun! We love you, Matooie. From your big sisters: Raniaah, Na-na, and Raneesha
Very proud of you, Jordan ! Love, Mom and Dad
We Appreciate you all at CTC! From, Gabi, Nolani & Andrea
Jake, we are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments. We love you so much! Love , Mom,Dad, Hannah & Cookie
“Break a leg on your big opening night, Malasia! We love you lots, sweet girl. Your sisters Nyasia, Raniaah, and Raneesha”
We all love you, Joey! We hope you have a great time tonight! Love, Mom, Dad, James & Lincoln
Seamus, Have a great show! We love you, Mom, Dad, Jax, Silas & Baby W
Juliana, You are our superstar! We love you with all our hearts and are so proud of your achievements and the amazing person that you are! Love always, Mom, Dad, and Grandma Violet
In honor of DANIEL SILVER, his classmates, teachers, and wonderful staff at Celebrate the Children With love and gratitude, Daniel's family
Prince John, We are so happy for you!!! Love, Mom, Dad, Marygrace, Nona & King
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Congratulations to our students & staff on another fantastic show! We are continually in awe of your talent and dedication! The CTC Leadership Team
Boosters Quinny we love you to the Moon and back! Mama, Daddy, Emerson & Aylin Congratulations Matthew, we are so proud that you are graduating from High School! Love Mom, Dad and Elizabeth. Anthony (Flapper the Frog), we are all so proud of you & love you!! Love Mommy, Gram, Uncle Brian & Wendell. Great show, Gabby! We Love You! Ava, We are so very proud of you! Love,Mommy, Parker and Grandma Dale We love you, Joe-Joe- Love, Lily, Olivia & Amelia Vickie, I can’t wait to see you rock it on the stage floor! I’m cheering from behind! Love, Courtney
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Tonight’s Show is Dedicated to Two Very Special, Late CTC Employees,
Karen Campbell and Jahahd Payne Karen and Jahahd’s dedication and passion will be carried on through the magic of our annual productions.
In chapter 7, “The Craftsmen’s Guild” you will see Karen’s prized “silverware” being sold by our “jeweler.”
In chapter 7, “The Craftsmen’s Guild” Jahahd’s painting “My Dream” being featured by one of our “painters.”
Karen and Jahahd, This One’s For You…….
Next Year We will be Celebrating Our 10 Year Anniversary Concert! The show will include a sampling of all of our previous shows!
Winter Concert, 2012 Just Imagine, 2013 Through the Decades, 2014 The Quest For the Tablet, 2015 CTC Force, 2016 Game On, 2017 Who Dun It, 2018 Centerstage, 2019 Legend of the Light, 2021 It’s one you won’t want to miss!
Celebrate the Children School Celebrate the Children (CTC) has been providing services for children with difficulties in relating, communicating and thinking since 1995. Celebrate the Children is a progressive program based on the Developmental Individual Relationship Based (DIR®) Intervention Model developed by Dr. Stanley Greenspan and Dr. Serena Wieder. This New Jersey state-approved comprehensive school program uses a dynamic inter-disciplinary approach that prepares students ages 3-21 for success in the 21st Century. Our multi-disciplinary approach to education recognizes that emotionally meaningful experiences are necessary in order to realize the child’s true intelligence.
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