CAST
King Edward/Tyrell/Soldier: Maddux Schmidt
Edward, prince of Wales: Payden Atwell /Eleanor Finn (double cast)
Richard, duke of York: Fuller Finn/Claire Wells (double cast)
George, duke of Clarence/Sir James Blunt: Dylan Thompson
Richard, duke of Gloucester: Logan Stewart
Henry Tudor, earl of Richmond: Jacob Jones
Archbishop of York/duke of Norfolk: "Alex" Colin Raines
Ely/Soldier: Alyssa Wells
Henry, duke of Buckingham: Rowan Bishop
Body of Henry VI- Eliana Kelly
Earl Rivers/Sir Walter Herbert: Chappie Livdahl
Marquess of Dorset/soldier: Morgan Benson
William, Lord Hastings: Caleb Wright
Lord Stanley, earl of Derby: MJ Greene
Ratcliffe: Morgan Madden
Catesby: Grace Turner
Brakenbury/Messenger/Soldier: Esther Dostie
Queen Elizabeth: Corrie Owen
Margaret: Alyse Barrett
Cicely Neville, duchess of York: Rachel Forester
Lady Anne Neville: Aviya Baluch
Young Elizabeth/understudy for Anne: Sadie Beaumont
Murderer 1: Savannah Williamson
Murderer 2: Ryleigh Ann Guyton
CREW
Amy Dunlap - Director/Designer
Bess Park - Director/Designer
Seth Atkins - Stage Manager
Anna Faith Major- ASM
Grace Salter - ASM
Dr. Bess Park - Lighting Designer & Scenic Designer
Chappie Livdahl - Master Electrician
Rebecca Panagiotacos & Andrew Eaton- Lighting Assistants
David Vierow - Technical Director
Daniel Johnson - Assistant Technical Director
Dr. Andrew Stevens - Projections Videographer & Editor
TJ Hills- Projection & Sound Engineer
Cyndi Lohrmann - Costume Designer
Renee Drake, Jenna Hansard, Isabelle Lutzio - Costume Assistants
Amy Dunlap - Scenic Designer & Sound Designer
Anna Faith Major - Sound Engineer & Prop Master
MJ Greene - Letter Designer
Anslee Johnson - Scenic Charge
Grace Turner, Savannah Williamson, Josh Borges - Chess piece crew
Eliana Kelly - Armorer
Jacob Jones - Fight Captain
Meghan Frady - Light Board Op
Daniel Johnson - Sound Board Op
Morgan Madden - Makeup-Hair Designer
Sadie Beaumont, Corrie Owen, Isabelle Western - Makeup-Hair crew
Cara Neil - House Manager
Andrew Eaton, Meg Ross - Run Crew
DIRECTOR'S NOTES
It has been both extremely challenging and incredibly rewarding to co-direct and co-design this production of Richard III. The collaborative spirit of the entire cast and crew has been the complete antithesis of the narcissistic personal ambition evident in Richard. At its core, Richard III is a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked pride and the pursuit of power at all costs. Richard's ruthless machinations to seize the throne come at a great moral and spiritual price, leaving a trail of devastation in his wake. This provides a stark contrast to the example of Christ, who "did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage" (Philippians 2:6) and who calls us to a life of humility, service, and self-sacrifice.
In our production, we aim to highlight the spiritual dimensions of the story, inviting the audience to reflect on themes of sin, repentance, and the ultimately futile nature of worldly ambition when not rooted in a right relationship with God. We hope that by wrestling with the moral complexities of Richard's choices, our students and audience will be challenged to examine their own hearts and motivations, and to recommit themselves to a life of faith, wisdom, and godly purpose.
- Amy Dunlap
DIRECTOR'S NOTES
I agree completely with my colleague, Amy. This project as a collaboration has been extremely challenging and incredibly rewarding as well as fun. Collaboration in its truest form is very difficult, but what has been my guide, my anchor is trusting in and learning that there are times when one takes the lead and times when one lets go. As artists of faith we know that God is our beacon, and we are servants to His guidance and plan for us. We are co-creating with the gifts we have been given to glorify Him. We serve as conduits to bring His love and artistry into the world. God’s hand is on the rudder, guiding us, if we can just get out of our own way. Collaboration challenges us to get out of our own way and allow for others to freely and graciously build upon our artistic ideas, to add to them, to bring their own, and to not feel threatened nor defeated. This process has taught me how we might build up one another to reach all our highest potential, so we might more fully serve our Heavenly Father.
Isaiah 41:10 Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
I have felt the strength of the Lord’s guidance. I can also tell when I try to take control and start to try to drive the ship. Additionally, I have observed this teaching in our entire cast and production team. I am left with the powerful question of how can I do this better next time? How can I stand amazed and in awe of how God is working in our lives every second. How can Richard’s story teach me more deeply to love and have grace? To know when to forgive and when to march into battle.
Richard III is a challenging show in so many ways, but I think parallel to my own self discoveries I’ve shared here, it is show that asks questions about power, greed, pride, and how we negotiate a misguided world; misguided because we forget to trust in the Lord and know that He is there. Psalm 23:1 The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.
Thank you everyone for an amazing experience. I stand in awe in front of your brilliance and I know we are not alone. Enjoy!
- Bess Park
SENIOR NOTES
I heard that I was going to play Richard and got my script at the end of last year. I began to work on looking at my script and understanding each word that Richard says. Then once the process began, I began working on how he exists in his life and in his space. It was a fun process to try to figure out what his physicality was and how he interacted with others in the space. It was hard to find a common ground with him because he’s not exactly a well-liked character or a good person, but the one thing that I could identify with was that he was passionate about what he wanted! He constantly pushed toward his goal, no matter what, and I can say I am a person like this too! I’m so excited to see what people think of the show and see that power isn’t everything. I thank God for this opportunity!
- Logan Stewart (Richard III)
We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Ben and Polly Davis for their generous donation to the Costume Shop. THANK YOU!
NEXT UP...
February 20-22, 27 and March 1
by Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman
Directed by Josh
Scott
This classic story of Grandpa Vanderhof and the wacky Sycamore family is fun for the whole family. The 1938 film starred Jimmy Stewart, Jean Arthur and Lionel Barrymore. Snake collecting, xylophone lessons, a boisterous Russian ballet teacher and young love - there's something for everyone! This madcap, idealistic family comedy reinforces the importance of family, loving acceptance, and the need to pursue what's truly important in life. Run time approx. 2 hours.
The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival 51®, part of the Rubenstein Arts Access Program, is generously funded by David M. Rubenstein
The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, part of the Rubenstein Arts Access Program, is generously funded by David M. Rubenstein.
Special thanks to The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust for supporting the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival.
Additional support is provided by The Honorable Stuart Bernstein and Wilma E. Bernstein; the Dr. Gerald and Paula McNichols Foundation; Beatrice and Anthony Welters and the AnBryce Foundation.
Special thanks to The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust for supporting the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival.
Kennedy Center education and related artistic programming is made possible through the generosity of the National Committee for the Performing Arts and the President’s Advisory Committee on the Arts.
Additional support is provided by The Honorable Stuart Bernstein and Wilma E. Bernstein; and the Dr. Gerald and Paula McNichols Foundation.
This production is entered in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF). The aims of this national theater education program are to identify and promote quality in college-level theater production. To this end, each production entered is eligible for a response by a regional KCACTF representative, and selected students and faculty are invited to participate in KCACTF programs involving scholarships, internships, grants and awards for actors, directors, dramaturgs, playwrights, designers, stage managers and critics at both the regional and national levels.
Kennedy Center education and related artistic programming is made possible through the generosity of the National Committee for the Performing Arts.
Productions entered on the Participating level are eligible for invitation to the KCACTF regional festival and may also be considered for national awards recognizing outstanding achievement in production, design, direction and performance.
Last year more than 1,300 productions were entered in the KCACTF involving more than 200,000 students nationwide. By entering this production, our theater department is sharing in the KCACTF goals to recognize, reward, and celebrate the exemplary work produced in college and university theaters across the nation.
This production is entered in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF). The aims of this national theater education program are to identify and promote quality in college-level theater production. To this end, each production entered is eligible for a response by a regional KCACTF representative,and selected students and faculty are invited to participate in KCACTF programs involving scholarships, internships, grants and awards for actors, directors,dramaturgs, playwrights, designers, stage managers and critics at both the regional and national levels.
Productions entered on the Participating level are eligible for invitation to the KCACTF regional festival and may also be considered for national awards recognizing outstanding achievement in production, design, direction and performance.
Last year more than 1,500 productions were entered in the KCACTF involving more than 200,000 students nationwide. By entering this production, our theater department is sharing in the KCACTF goals to recognize, reward, and celebrate
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