Moonlight Youth Theatre Madagascar Jr. Program

PRESENTS

JUNE 22 | 7 PM JUNE 23 | 2 & 7 PM JUNE 24 | 2 PM

AVO PLAYHOUSE

Direction & Choreography by SARAH ERRINGTON Musical Direction by JD DUMAS Generously sponsored by

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Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture Book by KEVIN DEL AGUILA Director & Choreographer SARAH ERRINGTON

Original Music & Lyrics by GEORGE NORIEGA & JOEL SOMELLIAN

Music Director JD DUMAS

Producer MIKE BRADFORD

Starring JOSH BRADFORD KYLIE KENNARD ALISSA GREEN NOAH WHEELER BEN GARON CAROLINE WOOD Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Jr. Ensemble JARED BOON EMMA BORDUIN KADEN BUTTS TOMMY DEROSIERS BRIANA FISHER KYLIE FRENTON-SMITH VALERIA GALARZA JACK GEMMELL JOSIAH JENKINS EMMA KING ETHAN KING KASSIDY KING LATERRA KIRKPATRICK CHARLOTTE LARSON HUNTER LUEDDE WENDY MADDOX CAYCE MORRIS RYANN PARKINSON ALICE POWELL LUCY POWELL CASEY REICHENTHAL EMMA RIVERA JULIETTE RONDEAU CONOR SIMON EMMA SIMON SCOTTIE SMITH SIENNA TRINH WYATT VAN HAZEL WILL WEITZ KAITLIN WELLS CHELSEA ZARATE PRODUCTION TEAM * indicates Interns

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Stage Manager *DJ MALONEY

Make-up Design/Set Painting SHARON GULLY

Photography Intern *MADELINE NGUYEN

Sound Designer VIOLET CEJA

Properties Designer *CLAIRE PREECE

Lighting Designer *ZAIRE OROS

Musical Director Intern *PAULINA NGUYEN

Assistant Stage Manager *CLAIRE PREECE

Dance Captain & Choreography Intern *EMMA KING

Crew *SAXON HILL *SHAUN DAVIS *PAUL SMITH *CADE CARDENAS *SETH MARTINEZ *ERNESTO VELASQUEZ FUNES *MOLLEIGH VERHOYE

Costume Designer FELICIA BROSCHART

Sound Design Intern *DANIELLE LEVY

Madagascar A Musical Adventure Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

All authorized performance material are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY | Phone (212) 541-4684 | Fax (212) 397-4684 | www.MTIshows.com

DIRECTOR’S NOTE

Lemurs and Penguins and Foosa, oh my! Welcome to Madagascar Junior with the one and only Moonlight Youth. It has been my pleasure to be working alongside these students as we embark on our own journeys. Some of us have been on this stage many times and know the ropes, many of us have never set foot on a stage before. But, what a glorious opportunity to come together and work as a team to grow and learn from each other.

This show may be silly and a fun homage to the movie franchise - and trust me, we’ve been having loads of fun! But, the strength of the story is in the heart. The “Fab Four” as we’ve deemed Marty, Alex, Gloria, and Melman, lead us on an adventure to what it means to be a friend through everything and how to work together to make Marty’s dream of the wild come true.

Every student in this show had a specific team to work with and they’ve flourished. Be it the lemurs or the penguins or the foosa, each cast member brought a unique piece of their personality into this show. We had an awesome workshop day where our foosa leader, Laterra, came in with lyrics she’d written and we pieced together a whole sequence for our villains. It was inspiring and imagination at its core.

Thank you to all, but specifically the parents and adults of these children who made this show and experience possible.

Special thanks to JD Dumas, who work with these students as professionals and opened their eyes to all they can achieve. Lastly, we all must acknowledge the true king of Madagascar, Mr. Mike Bradford. Without all you do we’d be lost! Now, let’s shake some booty and have some fun! Enjoy Madagascar!

Director Sarah Errington

PRODUCER’S NOTE

Moonlight Youth Theatre is proud to have provided over 25 years of theatre education to students all over San Diego County. In 2016, we expanded our educational outreach and began a new partnership with The Vista Education Foundation. Through a generous annual donation, VEF has helped make it possible for dozens of students each year to be exposed to the “behind- the-scenes” magic of live theatre through our Theatre Internship Program. Students have the opportunity to work in a hands-on environment collaborating, designing and learning from theatre professionals. This method of learning has been so effective that it is being introduced in local schools as a means of integrating art with education. Earlier this year, MYT completed its first-ever student-led production; The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. With Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Jr., interns continue to be an integral part of our educational program, working on all aspects of the production.

If you or anyone you know might be interested in learning more about the Internship Program, or if you or your business would consider a donation to help us continue to provide this important educational opportunity for students, please contact me or visit moonlightfoundation.com.

Mike Bradford, Moonlight Cultural Foundation, Director of Arts Education mike@moonlightfoundation.com | (760) 500-3620

Hunty - Thank you for brining your passion and love of music and dance to the stage.

We love watching you learn, grow and shine!

All our love, Mom, Dad & Hayden

Jared Boon! We are so proud of you. We are excited to see you up there on stage!

Love, Mom, Dad and Jadyn

Kylie - Squirrel, spider, monkey or zebra - we love every role you play. Now “relax, be cool”, and keep enjoying every opportunity God gives you to use your gifts.

Love, Your Fam

Josh - We can’t wait to hear you roar onstage!

Have fun eating all that steak and don’t, under any circumstances, actually bite your cast members.

Love, Mom & Dad

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MUSICAL NUMBERS ACT I

“It’s Showtime”……………….Alex, Marty, Gloria, Melman, Zookeepers, Penguins & Company “Wild and Free………………………………….……………………………Marty & Company “Best Friends”………………………………….…………………………………....Alex & Marty “Relax, Be Cool, Chill Out”……………………….Alex, Marty, Gloria, Melman, Penguins & Mason “Grand Central”………………………………………………..... Alex, Marty, Gloria & Melman “Penguins’ Sea Shanty”………………………………………………………….…….Penguins

— INTERMISSION — ACT II

“Welcome To Me”…………….…………………………………………………….King Julien “I Like To Move It”……………………………………………..King Julien, Lemurs & Company “Steak”………………………………………………………………..…..Alex, Servers & Steaks “Penguins’ Sea Shanty (Reprise)”……………………………………………………. Penguins “Living in Paradise”……………………………..………..……………...Marty, Alex & Company “Foosa Hungry”………………………………………………..……………………..…..Foosa “Best Friends (Reprise)”……………………………………………….……….…………Marty “The King of Madagascar”………………………………………………Alex, Foosa & Company “Together Forever”………………………...Alex, Marty, Gloria, Melman, Penguins & Company “I Like To Move It (Reprise)”…………….……………………………………….…..Company THERE WILL BE ONE 15-MINUTE INTERMISSION. The use of any recording device, either audio or video, and the taking of photographs, with or without a flash, is strictly prohibited.

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Charlotte - We are so proud of our lemur!

Glad you weren’t eaten by the Foosa.

Love, Dad, Mom and Anika

Wendy/Rico, congratulations on another ice-breaking show! We love to watch you move-it move-it with Moonlight.

Love, Mom & Dad

To our Sweet Sienna, We are so proud of you and your commitment to your craft. We love your sense of adventure and versatility.

Shine baby!

Love, Mom, Dad and Lainey Lou

Congratulations Wendy! We are so excited to see you in another amazing show. Break a leg!

The Irving Family

Valeria - Today you are you, that is truer than true. There is no one alive who is youer than you! You Rock!

Love, Mom

CREATIVE TEAM

SARAH ERRINGTON (Director) is honored to be back with Moonlight Youth after directing their production of Thoroughly Modern Millie a couple seasons ago. Sarah works around town mostly onstage. Moonlight credits include: Sister Act, Peter Pan, Titanic, The Little Mermaid, Little Women, and Nunsense. Sarah was a resident choreographer and director for numerous seasons at LEGOLAND California Resort and continues to perform regionally wherever they’ll take her! Favorite credits include: Shockheaded Peter (Peter) and Dogfight (Marcy) with Cygnet Theatre, Dames at Sea (Ruby) and Spelling Bee (Logainne) with North Coast Rep, Into the Woods (Cinderella) with New Village Arts, Winter Wonderettes (Missy), Spelling Bee (Olive) with Intrepid Theatre, and two year of the national tour of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Rudolph). Sarah also works with the Theatre School at North Coast Rep and will be choreographing Annie Jr. and The Music Man Jr. this summer. Special thanks to Bets and Steve for always making me feel a part of the Moonlight family.

JD DUMAS (Musical Director) JD is thrilled to be back with Moonlight Youth for another wonderful production. Other music direction credits include: Peter Pan, Shrek (Moonlight Amphitheatre), Legally Blonde, James & The Giant Peach, Jr. (Moonlight Youth Theatre), Willy Wonka (CYT Tri–City), Cabaret (Coronado School of the Arts), Chicago (Scripps Ranch High School), Beauty & The Beast (Vista High School), Reefer Madness (Dark Horse Theatre), Lucky Stiff (Weber State University), All Shook Up (Centerpoint Legacy Theatre), and several production shows at Legoland, CA. JD is a Meritorious Award recipient for Music Direction through the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, and holds a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Weber State University. JD is also a proud member of the National Association of Teachers of Singing. It’s Showtime!

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WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST (in alphabetical order)

JARED BOON (Animal Control Officer/Zoo Guest) is 7 years old and will be going into 2nd grade in the Fall. This is his first time on stage and is thrilled to be making his debut with the Moonlight Youth Theater in Madagascar Jr. Jared would like to thank everyone that has helped him throughout the production. This is an experience he won’t soon forget and that is due to the cast, crew and leadership. Thank you Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa and Jayden, I love you.

Jared hopes you like the show, he thinks it’s cool!

EMMA BORDUIN (Penguin Posse) is 9 years old and will be a fifth grader in the fall. This is her first production, but it won’t be her last. She hopes you enjoy the show!

JOSH BRADFORD (Alex the Lion) is 14 years old and will be sophomore in the Fall. Regional credits: Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Ensemble), The Music Man (Ensemble) The Who’s Tommy (Young Tommy), The Wizard of Oz (Mayor of Munchkin City) - Moonlight, Gypsy (Newsboy) Cygnet, How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Ladybug Who) - Old Globe, Lord of the Flies (Perceval) - NVA. You can see Josh later this Summer on the Moonlight stage in Disney’s Newsies!. He hopes you enjoy the show.

KADEN BUTTS (Zookeeper Zeke/Server) is 14 and will be a freshman in the fall. His credits include: Seussical (Horton); Beauty and the Beast (Gaston), Peter Pan (Pirate), Wizard of Oz (Hank).

TOMMY DEROSIERS (Police Officer/Ensemble) is delighted to be performing in his first ever production. He is 7 years old and attends Hannalei elementary. His teachers encouraged him to pursue acting because of his outgoing and energetic personality. He is excited to be on stage with his new theatre family and looks forward to many more productions in the future.

BRIANA FISHER (Lioness/Foosa) is 11 years old and excited about her second appearance with Moonlight Youth Theatre. In 2016, she had the pleasure of performing in Alice in Wonderland Jr. She has also had several roles in school programs, including talent shows. At a young age, Briana exhibited a beautiful singing voice and interests in performing on stage. She appreciates the continuous opportunities as well as love and support from friends & family through these wonderful experiences. Enjoy the show!

KYLIE FRENTON-SMITH (Lemur Dancer/Ensemble) is 10 years old and this will be her first Moonlight Youth Theatre production. She has been a competitive dancer for 3 years and loves to perform, receiving numerous awards including the “Broadway Bound” Judges award. Kylie is very excited and looking forward to taking the stage!

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WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST (in alphabetical order)

VALERIA GALARZA (Lioness/Foosa) is thrilled to be performing in this years production!

Valeria is 12 years old and has a very enthusiastic personality. She enjoys, swimming, singing & horseback riding in her free time.

BEN GARON (King Julien) is 14 years old and entering high school at Coastal Academy High School in the fall. Ben has enjoyed theater since he was 7 years old. Favorite roles include Lumiere (Beauty & the Beast) for which he won NYA Outstanding Supporting Role, Wilbur (Hairspray) and Iago (Aladdin). Ben would like to thank his family and friends for their support.

Especially Colin.

JACK GEMMELL (Maurice/Zoo Guest) is thrilled to be performing in his 5th MYT show with this fantastic cast! Jack is very involved in school and loves to volunteer in his community. Some of Jack’s favorite roles include: The Music Man (Child Ensemble), Willy Wonka Jr. (Charlie Bucket), James and the Giant Peach Jr. (Grasshopper), and The Addams Family (Featured Dancer/ Conquistador Ancestor). Jack would like to thank the wonderful creative team, cast and crew, but most importantly his family for their love and support.

ALISSA GREEN (Gloria the Hippo) is 15 years old and currently attending Vista High School.

This is her Moonlight Youth debut and she is so excited for you to all see the hard work put into this production. She was recently in The Sound of Music through Vista’s amazing drama department and is a committed member of the Vista High Show Choir. She is ecstatic about performing and hopes you enjoy the show! :)

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

LINA DIEP Committee Chairperson

BECKY KWOCK Treasurer BONNIE NOBLE Secretary

MEMBERS AT LARGE

KATHLEEN FRANSWAY JOY DEUBIG

ANNA HAYMAN MARY NOBLE

DENICE PAXTON LISA SIMON

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SPECIAL THANKS TO

Bob & Elaine Algeo Ana Smith Real Estate Team Janice Ephron & Bob Beard Debbie NiCastro Music Studio First Lutheran Church Flagship Cruises Flippin’ Pizza Fortis Fitness and Strength Training Frazier Farms Guajome Park Academy Julten Consulting, Inc. PRP Wine International Ruben H Fleet Science Center

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WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST (in alphabetical order)

JOSIAH JENKINS (Mort/Zoo Guest) is 10 years old and is completing his 4th grade year of homeschooling through Inspire Charter. He debuted with Moonlight Youth last summer in James and the Giant Peach (ensemble). He is excited to be back on stage after wrapping up a full season of musical performances with the North County Children’s Choir. He’d like thank... “all the families, volunteers, and community members who make live theatre, music and art HAPPEN!”

KYLIE KENNARD (Marty the Zebra) just finished 8th grade at Santa Fe Christian, and is thrilled to be a part of Madagascar! Past credits include Peter Pan (Peter Pan - CYT-NYA Award Winner), Alice (Alice in Wonderland - CYT/MYT), Priscilla Girl (Thoroughly Modern Millie - MYT), Belle (Beauty and the Beast - SFC-NYA Award Winner), Rising Stars 2016 (Cabaret at the Merc), and more. Kylie also enjoys signing at cabarets, beach-volleyball, baking, and choreographing. She’s so thankful for Sarah, JD, and Mr. Bradford for this experience, her vocal coach Errolyn Healy for the mentoring, and God-who provides each opportunity to do what she loves to do on stage! Proverbs 3:5-6 EMMA KING (Zookeeper Zelda/Dance Captain) is a senior at El Camino High School and has been acting for four years. This is her fifth performance with Moonlight Theatre, having performed in Alice In Wonderland, Thoroughly Modern Millie, James and the Giant Peach, and Legally Blonde. She has also performed as at ECHS as Scout in To Kill a Mockingbird and Babette in Beauty and the Beast. She would like to thank her friends and family for all their support.

ETHAN KING (Cameraman/Server/Zoo Guest) will be starting high school next year at Sage Creek High School. He has been acting for two years and has been a part of three school productions, including Lyle in Acting Out and Andrew Carnes in Oklahoma. This is his first performance with Moonlight Youth Theatre. He would like to thank his friends and family for all their support.

KASSIDY KING (Old Lady/Zoo Guest) is 13 years old and will be a Freshmen at Mission Hills in the fall. Recent credits include The Rented Christmas (Letty) Premier Productions, The Lion King (Rafiki), The Jungle Book (Narrator) Broadway Theatre West. Hairspray (Ensemble) Star Theatre.

Charlotte’s Web (Wilbur), Pinocchio (Pinocchio), Annie (July), 101 Dalmatians (Horace) Broadway Vista. James and the Giant Peach (Chris Cryermouth) Moonlight Youth Theatre. Kassidy would like to thank her family for the support and hopes you enjoy the show!

LATERRA KIRKPATRICK (Foosa Leader) is 16 years old and will be starting junior year in the fall. She enjoys acting and rapping, and is making her musical debut with Moonlight Youth Theatre in Madagascar - A Musical Adventure Jr.

CHARLOTTE LARSON (Lew Lemur/Zoo Guest) is 12 years old and entering 7th grade in the fall. Some of her favorite past roles include: June (Oklahoma), Ingredient (James and the Giant Peach), Pansy (Alice in Wonderland), and Ape (Tarzan). Off-stage she is an active fangirl with a Hamilton obsession. She would like to thank her parents for exposing her to Musical Theatre, JD for being just as royal as Beyoncé, and Sarah for all the great guidance and direction.

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WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST (in alphabetical order)

HUNTER LUEDDE (Lynn Lemur/Zoo Guest) is 12 years old and will be a 7th grader in the Fall.

Credits: Wonka (Violet Beauregard), Lythgoe Family Panto “Peter Pan and Pirate Christmas” (Lost Boy), James and the Giant Peach (Ensemble), The Wizard of Oz (Featured Dancer), A Snow White Christmas (Sleepy Dwarf), Broadway By The Beach (Ensemble). Monique Fishman in the short film “1982” Directed by Jeremy Breslau, local and national television commercials, industrials, and dancer/actor in Pip Andrews, Season 2 of The Voice’s music video “Trash Talk”. She hopes you enjoy the show and like to Move It, Move It! WENDY MADDOX (Rico) is thrilled to join the cast of Madagascar! She has performed locally in The Giver, James & The Giant Peach, Macbeth and Tarzan. Other favorites include Twelfth Night, Alice in Wonderland, Annie and Honk. When not on stage, Wendy enjoys dancing, singing and making movies. She also likes being a broadcast journalist/producer on her school’s daily television news show. She sends heartfelt thanks to her friends + family for their constant love & support.

CAELINN “CASEY” MORRIS (Kowalski) is so happy to be doing this production of Madagascar with this fantastic cast and crew! Some of her previous shows include MYT’s Legally Blonde (ensemble), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (featured ensemble), The Lion King (hyena) and Hairspray (daughter). Her interests besides theatre include dancing, space, writing, and basically being a geek in general. Thanks to my mom and dad for their support (and driving me to rehearsals) and my sister Kira for just being there and thanks to my theatre friends for accepting me as the geek I am.

RYANN PARKINSON (Police Officer/Zoo Guest) is 10 years old and will be going into 6th grade at Classical Academy Vista. Ryann began acting at 7 years old and has loved every minute of it.

She has performed in: Mary Poppins (Ensemble), Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble), Cinderella (Lady #1, ballroom dancer, Randy the Rat), Annie (Ensemble), Charlotte’s Web (Fern), Jungle Book (Shanti, Monkey #3, Ensemble). Her favorite role was playing Fern. When not acting, Ryann enjoys flagging, singing, playing ukulele, and doing jiu-jitsu.

ALICE POWELL (Penguin Posse) is 11 years old and will be a 6th grader at La Paloma Elementary in the fall. Alice is making her debut with MYT. Some of her favorite roles include Mrs. Bucket, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (C.A.S.T) and Cubby the Lost Boy, Peter Pan Jr. (Legacy). Alice would like to thank her family and her friends, especially her Girl Scout troop, for being so supportive. Thank you and enjoy the show!

LUCY POWELL (Zookeeper Zoe/Server) will be a 7th grader attending Potter Jr. High this coming year. She is thrilled to be a part of this production! Her favorite roles include Willy Wonka, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (CAST) and Rebecca, The Summit (Voices). She has done other activities with MYT, including show choir and internships, and is excited to do more. She wants to thank her mom, grandparents, and all the people who made Madagascar possible!

CASEY REICHENTHAL (Candy Hammernose/Zoo Guest) is 14 years old and a freshman at Pacific Ridge. Some of Casey’s favorite roles have been: Hairspray (Tracy Turnblad), Bring It On (Bridget - NYA Nominee), and James And The Giant Peach (Aunt Spiker). She has also performed in other productions put on by Moonlight, Center Stage Productions, Ovation Theater and CYT. She wants to thank the artistic team of Madagascar. She also thanks her vocal coach and dance instructors for supporting her to be the best she can be both on and off stage. Thanks to her parents for always being there. Enjoy the show!

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WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST (in alphabetical order)

EMMA RIVERA (Lee Lemur/Zoo Guest) is 13 years old and will be starting eighth grade in the fall. She enjoys field hockey, cross country running, and theater. She has been in several productions including, Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat, James and the Giant Peach, Tarzan - MYT, and many more. She would like to thank her mom, dad, and brothers for driving her to rehearsal and where she needed to be. She hopes you enjoy Madagascar!

JULIETTE RONDEAU (Lioness/Foosa) is 10 years old. She has participated in MYT Master Classes and this will be her first performance on stage with Moonlight Youth Theatre. She looks forward to many more. She is very excited to be on the stage and show you her best!

CONOR SIMON (Lars Lemur/Zoo Guest) is 13 years old and a graduating 8th grader from St. Francis. This is his 6th show with the Moonlight and he loves it! Conor says, “Everyone is so great to work with. Thanks for letting me be part of the Moonlight Family!”

EMMA SIMON (Animal Control Officer/Zoo Guest) is 8 years old and attend St. Francis School. This is her very first show with Moonlight Youth Theater and she is beyond excited to be in this production. Everyone has been so nice, and she really loves the director. Enjoy the show!

SCOTTIE SMITH (Private) will enter the fourth grade in the fall. She was last seen with MYT as Billy Bobby Cop in James and the Giant Peach. Other credits include: Yo! Vikings, Aladdin, and Aristocats at The Theatre School at North Coast Rep, An American Christmas at Lamb’s, and Seussical at RBV High School. Scottie was featured in the projections for the Darryl Hammond Project at the La Jolla Playhouse.

SIENNA TRINH (Lemur Dancer/Ensemble) is 10 years old and from Oceanside, Ca. She has established herself as a competitive dancer for 6 years obtaining many regional and national titles. Her credits include Dance Spirit Magazine (Model), Jr. Storybook Theatre production of Toy Story (Buzz Lightyear) and the Channel 93.3 Summer Kickoff Concert (Dancer). This is her first production with Moonlight Youth Theatre and she is beyond thrilled! She looks forward to attending their camp again this summer and auditioning for future productions.

WYATT VAN HAZEL (Ship’s Captain/Newspaper Man) is 12 years old and attends Valley Middle School. This is his third production with Moonlight Youth Theatre. Other productions: James and the Giant Peach (ensemble), Alice in Wonderland Jr. (Card number 3). He hopes you enjoy the show!

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WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST (in alphabetical order)

WILL WEITZ (Mason the Chimp) is twelve and a showstopper at Valley Middle School. Last year, Will was Earthworm in Moonlight Youth’s Production of James and the Giant Peach. His other roles have included being Charlie Brown in The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown and Randolph in Sage Creek’s High School’s production of Bye Bye Birdie. Will loves theatre and has had so much fun being part of 101 Dalmatians, The Music Man, and The Wizard of Oz with C.C.T. He has also participated in the New Villages Art Theatre, Intrepid Theatre, and Coastal Music Theater class. He is very grateful to be part of the cast of Madagascar Jr. A big thank you to Lori Moss, Matt Gherna, Olivia Hardy, Jillian Porter, Laura Case, Ric Henry, Pam and Andy Allen and all the wonderful people at Moonlight for their guidance and support in his pursuit of the theatre arts.

KAITLIN WELLS (Lioness/Foosa) is thrilled to be a part of her 2nd production with MYT. She previously performed in James & The Giant Peach Jr. Kaitlin is 10 years old and attends Lake Elementary. She loves to sing in the school choir, play piano, read and play with friends. Kaitlin would like to thank the MYT creative team, her amazing voice teacher, JD and her family for all their love and support.

NOAH WHEELER (Melman) is 16 years old and will be a senior at El Camino High School in the Fall. This is his first year participating in drama where he earned roles in the high school’s productions of Alice in Wonderland (The White Knight) and Beauty and the Beast (Maurice). He is excited about his first role in a Moonlight Youth Theatre production and looks forward to more opportunities with the Moonlight family. Noah thanks his friends and family for all of their love and support and hopes you all enjoy the show.

CAROLINE WOOD (Skipper) is 14 years old and is looking forward to being a freshman in the Fall. Her previous performances include Seussical: The Musical (Gertride McFuzz) - SEMS Rising Stars and Beauty and the Beast (Enchantress/Ensemble) - SEMS Rising Stars.

CHELSEA ZARATE (Penguin Posse) is 9 Years old, and a future 4th grader at Mission Meadows.

Chelsea has been part of plays like Alice in wonderland, Lion King Jr., Holiday Show Chorus and several talent shows. She loves to dance, sing, read and play the drums. Chelsea is extremely proud to be part of this production, Madagascar Jr. She would like to thank her amazing parents, awesome brother Maury and her sisters for all their love and support.

Bravissima Wendy! Another wonderful performance.

Love, The Simon Family

Wendy you are such a great little showstopper! Congratulations on another terrific role and show. Go wild!

All my love, Grandma

Remember Rico, cute & cuddly! Way to go Wendy, so proud of you!

With lots of love, Nana & Papa

Briana Butterfly - We’re so proud of you and enjoy watching you spread your wings. Love to so much!

- Mom & Dad

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS Moonlight Youth Theatre is a program of the Moonlight Cultural Foundation.

The Foundation is a non-profit 501c3 organization raising funds in support of Moonlight Stage Productions and arts education through MYT. Thanks to the continued generosity of donors and sponsors MCF is able to support yearround programming at the Moonlight Amphitheatre as well as important educational programs for the youth in our community. You can help make magic at the Moonlight with a gift to the Foundation today. Contact 760-630-7650 or Justin@moonlightfoundation.com for more information.

JEFF PASHBY President

DAVE COWLES Vice President LEE COVELL Treasurer

KATHY NAYLOR Secretary BILL BIRNIE

ROBBIE CALDERON-HASS RYAN COLEMAN ANGIE FRAZIER

JON PAUL HUNTEN GARY KAWANO BETH LEVIN

WESLEY MCDONOUGH MARY LOU MONTULLI CHRISTINE WHITTEN

WH AT I W ANT FRO M Y O U IS

Congrats

to all my students, cast and crew!

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WHAT’S HAPPENING...

We invite you to get in on the act!

For over 25 years, MOONLIGHT YOUTH THEATRE has been providing award-winning theatrical training to the San Diego County Community. MYT offers programs designed for youth from ages 7 to 18 of various skill levels who are interested in all areas of theatrical performance, as well as those who want to remain “behind the scenes”. Our educational opportunities are staffed by professional actors, directors, choreographers, musical directors and other theatre professionals.

Throughout the year, we provide opportunities to learn about, participate in and to experience the magic of live theatre and performance including: • • • •

Spring Classes and Workshops Spring/Summer Musical Production Spring/Summer Theatre Internship Program Summer Theatre Camp - July 2018

• Fall Musical Production - Disney’s Beauty and the Beast • Holiday Show Choir

“My daughter was in a recent production with MYT. She learned so much and the experience really affirmed for us what we love about youth theatre - when it is done the right way, with the right people, it is truly a wonderful thing and there is nothing else that compares.” - Heidi Maretz Visit www.moonlightyouththeatre.com, email mike@moonlightfoundation.com or call (760) 500-3620 for more information!

Mike Bradford Moonlight Cultural Foundation Director of Arts Education

1776 IN CONCERT JULY 7 | 8 PM Tickets: $10 - $45

IN CONCERT

This one-night-only concert version of Peter Stone and Sherman Edwards’ iconic musical chronicles the birth of our nation and will feature some of the region’s top musical theatre talent with orchestra on stage. 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as we see the men behind the national icons determined to do the right thing for a fledgling nation.

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PRESENTS

Directed by STEVEN GLAUDINI Choreographed by COLLEEN KOLLAR SMITH Musical Director & Conductor LYNDON PUGEDA

OCTOBER 12 - 20 | 7 PM Tickets: $12 - $22

Step into the enchanted world of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation performed by the award-winning Moonlight Youth Theatre. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

MOONLIGHTSTAGE.COM | 760.724.2110 To make an audition appointment, visit moonlightyouththeatre.com.

For information about MYT classes, Internship opportunities or production details, contact: Mike Bradford, Director of Arts Education, Moonlight Cultural Foundation.

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JOIN US BEHIND THE SCENES!

Moonlight Youth Theatre has openings for internships in the following areas: • Directing • Musical Directing • Choreography • Production Management • Stage Management • Sound Design

• Lighting Design • Costume Design • Properties Design • Make-up Design • Orchestra (available during our Fall production only)

Applications available at moonlightyouththeatre.com.

For additional information, please contact mike@moonlightfoundation.com or 760.500.3620.

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