January 21 - 31, 2016 “Best Community Partner of 2012” Plano Chamber of Commerce “Best Community Organization of 2012” Junior League of Collin County “Best Children’s Theatre of 2012” Dallas Observer
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Synopsis Be careful what you wish for as Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s cockeyed fairytale comes to life in this adaptation of their groundbreaking, Tony Award-winning musical. Into The Woods JR. features all of your favorite characters—Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk), and the Witch in this lyrically rich re-telling of classic Brothers Grimm fables. The musical centers on a baker and his wife who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the king’s festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse and wind up changed forever.
The video taping or other video or audio recording of this performance is strictly prohibited.
Credits: McKinney Youth Theatre’s Production of Into the Woods, Jr. Book by Music and Lyrics by James Lapine Stephen Sondheim Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine Into the Woods, Jr. Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com
Cast List Little Red Ridinghood Rylee Polk Paige Stevens Megan Conway
Cinderella’s Prince Conor McAleer David Shaffer Iker Garcia
Jack Sophie Proctor Aiden Lewis Seth Autry
Cinderella’s Stepmother Lauren Savage Cassidy Payne Mandy Lipsey
The Witch Jaelyn Smallwood Brennan Barnes Sophie Pope
Florinda Avery Colvin Lorien Lovell Anya Purdin
The Baker Austin Glennon Jassiah Barrera Bryson Pirkle
Lucinda Megan Furness Makenzie Jones Hailey Osvatic
The Baker’s Wife Hayley Stone Keely Anders Lauren Burgess
Cinderella’s Mother Emma Boland Lily Carter Tallisa Wooten
Cinderella Grace Canter Kaylie Morrison Megan Tucker
Rapunzel’s Prince / Cinderella’s Father Zachary Colvin Ethan Jones Sawyer Bell
Rapunzel Allison Crowe Averie Benson Ana Garcia The Wolf Branden Behm Nick Smith Emme Pullen Narrator Taylor Glennon Riley Hangen Callie Disch Jack’s Mother Ruby Allen Avery Kinkel Emma Kay Clay
Mysterious Man Allison Wood Colton Payne Maya Klein Granny / Milky White Keegan McAleer Leighton Barnes Sabrina Cronauer Steward Audrey Bolen Malina Funes-Kendrick Molly Cleary Townspeople / Ball-Goers Parker Wooten
Scenes
Scene One
Scene Three
Opening Parts 1-9
Giants In The Sky Fanfares Agony Rapunzel Reprise It Takes Two
Scene Two Cinderella At The Grave Hello, Little Girl I Guess This Is Goodbye/ Maybe They’re Magic Rapunzel Baker’s Reprise I Know Things Now Jack’s Mother Cinderella Coming From The Ball A Very Nice Prince
Scene Four Stay With Me On The Steps Of The Palace The Potion Part 1 and 2 Scene Five Finale Part 1-6 Ever After Children Will Listen
Cast Biographies Ruby Allen (Jack’s Mom) – is 11 years old and a fifth grader at Walker Elementary School in McKinney. Ruby has been involved with McKinney Youth Theatre since she was six years old! A few of her favorite roles are Annie in Annie, Jr., Wendy in Peter Pan, Jr., and Mushu in Mulan, Jr. When not on stage Ruby enjoys dancing, painting, singing, swimming, fishing, and drawing. Ruby would like to thank Miss Hollie for showing her how to be Jack’s mom. Enjoy the show! Keely Anders (Baker’s Wife) - is an 8th grader at Evans Middle School. This is her 15th production, twelve of which have been with MYT. Some of her favorite roles have been: Ida in Honk Jr., Mulan, Grandma Addams, Miss Hannigan, Annie, and Cogsworth in Beauty in the Beast. Keely enjoys singing in choir and taking voice lessons when not at the theatre. She is thankful her family tolerates all the time she spends away from home and at theatre.
Seth Autry (Jack) - loves theater. This is his 12th show. He gets to be so many things. Mostly he gets to be with his friends. He has so many people who support him, from friends to directors to his mom, dad, and sister. Thank you for supporting him and cheering him on.
Brennan Barnes (Witch) - is a sixth grader at Faubion Middle School. This is her 17th production with MYT. Some of her past productions include Annie, Beauty and the Beast, Les Mis and Honk. When Brennan is not on stage, she enjoys reading, singing, movies and being with her friends. She would like to thank her family for their continued support and Ms. Hollie for giving her a chance to play this awesome villainous role.
Leighton Barnes (Milky White, Granny) - is a third grader at McNeil Elementary. This is her 7th production with MYT. Her favorite role so far was Molly in Annie, Jr. Leighton enjoys playing sports, riding her scooter, reading, singing, movies and playing with all of her friends. She is super excited to be a part of this show and had a great time working with Ms. Hollie.
Cast Biographies Jassiah Barrera (Baker) - is excited to start his 4th year with NTPA in his 14th production. Favorite past roles include “Max Detweiler in Sound of music and “Lazar Wolf” in Fiddler on the roof. Jassiah is professionally trained to take a selfie on command, he also enjoys wake boarding, polo and playing with his pet koala. When he is not fighting crime or hanging out with Lin-Manuel Miranda you will find him driving in his Lamborghini and dropping hot mix tapes. Jassiah would like to thank Mrs. Hollie for this staggering opportunity.
Brendan Behm (Brandon Behm) - is 11 years old and a 6th grader at Scoggins Middle School. When Brendan is not on stage he enjoys fishing and playing baseball. This is his 6th production and he is excited to have the opportunity to play such an exciting role. Brendan would like thank Ms. Hollie for all of her encouragement and his friends and family for all of their support. Sawyer Bell (Rapunzel’s Prince/Cinderella’s Father) - is 11 years old and has enjoyed performing with NTPA since kindergarten. Favorite roles include Harold Hill (The Music Man), Genie (Aladdin), Gavroche (Les Miserables), and General Schmitz (Seussical). His favorite thing about theatre is making the audience laugh and spending time with awesome people. Sawyer’s also a film and TV actor best known for his role as Young Stefan on The Vampire Diaries. Sawyer thanks his mom, dad and voice coach Johnna Moore for their amazing support. Averie Benson (Rapunzel) - is a 9 year old 3rd grader at Cockrell Elementary. She discovered her passion for the stage during summer camps and productions with NTPA. This is her 3rd major production. Averie was honored to have been chosen to sing at the 2015 Mane Gait Gala, which serves as the primary fundraising event for the therapeutic horsemanship organization. In her free time, Averie loves being a kid. She sings, draws, reads, watches movies, and rides her bike. Averie is so thankful to be able to learn from her amazingly talented MYT friends and Director, Miss Hollie.
Emma Boland (Cinderella’s Mother) - is 13 years old and in the 7th grade. Into the Woods is her 6th production with NTPA. Her past performances were in 101 Dalmatians, Annie, Snow White, Mulan, and Sword in the Stone. When Emma is not on stage she enjoys playing lacrosse, drawing, reading, and spending time with her friends. She would like to thank Ms. Hollie for this great opportunity, and her family and friends for their support and encouragement.
Cast Biographies Audrey Bolen (Steward) - is 8 years old and a 3rd grader at Lovejoy Elementary. This is her 4 production at MYT. Audrey loves to sing, dance and play soccer when not on stage. Audrey is very excited to work with Ms. Hollie and thankful for her role. She also wants to thank her family for their support.
Grace Elizabeth Canter (Cinderella) - is a 6th grader at Enlightium Adademy. This is her 12th production with NTPA. This may go in the books as one of her favorite roles! When Grace is not on stage she enjoys singing, script writing, playing with her dogs and her friends. She would like to thank her family, friends and God for their support. She would also like to thank Ms Hollie for this wonderful opportunity. Grace is represented by Prestige Talent Agency in Beverly Hills and Landrum Arts in Louisiana.
Lily Carter (Cinderella’s Mother) - is 10 years old and in the 4th grade at Folsom Elementary. This is Lily’s third NTPA production and she is so proud to be a part of the Into the Woods cast. Her past performances were in Cinderella G2K and Peter Pan. Lily enjoys singing, playing guitar and reading. Lily would like to thank Ms. Hollie for this wonderful opportunity and her family, friends and teachers for their love and support.
Emma Kay Clay (Jack’s Mother) - is 12 years old and in the 6th grade. ITW is her first production with MYT, making a total of 3 major productions with NTPA. She loves singing, dancing, acting, music & performing. She has been dancing and performing for 8 years, competitive dance for five years until she found her love for musicals this past year! She is also active in choir, dance, Musical Theater & Improv classes. She would like to thank all her friends, teachers & family for their support. Including all her new friends she has made in this cast along with MYT, Ms. Hollie for this awesome opportunity & being a wonderful director! Molly Cleary (Steward) - is a 5th grade student at Prince of Peace Catholic School. This is her 2nd production with NTPA. Some of her past productions include Annie Jr, The Little Mermaid and The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Last spring she performed at JPII High School as Jane Banks in their production of Mary Poppins. She also had the unforgettable experience of performing on the main stage at NYC’s Carnegie Hall in 2014. When Molly is not on stage she enjoys reading, and softball. She thanks her family and friends for their support and Ms. Hollie for giving her this opportunity.
Cast Biographies Avery Colvin (Florinda) - is 9 and a 4th grader at Lucas Christian Academy. Avery started performing on the NTPA stage when she was 5 and has been in love ever since. She’s played every sort of animal – cat (two times!), dog, duck, frog, bear, even a vulture. Each part has been a fun ride with great memories and even better friends. She’s thrilled to take the stage in her first villain role. Avery wants to thank Ms. Hollie for the support in this role and all the wood-sy friends she’s with this show! Zachary Colvin (Rapunzel’s Prince/ Cinderella’s Father) - is 11 and this is his 18th show at NTPA. From many villains to a fun-loving fish and a swan with a heart of gold, Zachary has found great parts, even better friends and a home away from home at NTPA. He’s also shared the stage with his sister, Avery, 16 times over the years. When he’s not “in agony” waiting for his next show to open, Zachary is playing video games, following his favorite sports teams and reading books by the dozen. He would like to thank Ms. Hollie for a great show and the opportunity to go “into the woods” with a great cast! Megan Conway (Little Red Riding Hood) - is 12 years old and in the 6th grade at Boon Elementary in Allen. This is her 3rd production at NTPA. She has performed in Aladdin as the Baker and Thoroughly Modern Millie as Gloria. Megan’s dream role has been to play Little Red Riding Hood in Into The Woods. This is her 2nd production with Hollie, and she would like to thank her for this dream role. Megan shares that Hollie makes every musical fun, and does a great job in preparing her to do the best she can. Megan also thanks her voice teacher Ms. Elizabeth, her family, and most of all, the Lord!
Sabrina Cronauer (Granny/Milky White) - is 10 years old and in the 5th grade. Into the Woods is her fourth production with NTPA. I love performing and meeting new friends. When I am not in a show I enjoy reading, family nights and painting. Thank you Ms. Hollie for this role and all your dedication. Also thanks to show moms for all their hard work. Big thank you to my mom and dad. Love you to the moon and back. Allison Crowe (Rapunzel) - This is Allison’s fourth production with NTPA. She is a 4th grade student in Frisco ISD. Her favorite roles include Tin Man (The Wizard of Oz) and Phoebe (Miss Nelson is Missing). When she is not on the stage, you will find Allison playing volleyball, reading, singing with her school choir and spending time with friends. Allison would like to thank Miss Hollie and her NTPA friends for making theatre fun. She would also like to thank her parents for always believing in her.
Cast Biographies Callie Disch (Narrator) - is 10 years old, in the 4th grade and is homeschooled. She loves playing with her dog, cooking and rollerblading. This is her eighth show with NTPA and she absolutely loves acting! Some of her favorite roles have been Chef Louis, Ugly Duckling and her upcoming role as Godmother in Cinderella G2K. Thank you Miss Hollie for everything you have done for me! Megan Furness (Lucinda) - is an 11 year old 5th grader at Lois Lindsey Elementary school. She loves to sing, act, play the piano and is a lover of all sports. Megan is the oldest of four kids and loves to play games with her family and can’t wait to babysit. She also loves baking and cooking and all types of crafts from painting to scrapbooking. Megan would like to thank miss Hollie as well as her amazing mom for teaching her how to do a bell kick. Ana Garcia (Rapunzel) - is 13 years old and a 7th grader at Imagine International Academy . When Ana is not on stage she enjoys drawing and hanging out with her friends. This is her 6th show at MYT and she has loved the friends she has made there. Some of her favorite roles are Gertrude in Seussical Jr. and Penny in Honk jr. She would like to thank her friends, family and Miss Hollie for their support!
Iker Garcia (Cinderella’s Prince) - is 11 years old and a 5th grader at Imagine International Academy . When Iker is not on stage he plays soccer at OTB, and he enjoys to play on his computer. This is his 2nd show at MYT and he has loved the friends he has made there. He would like to thank his friends, family and Miss Hollie for their support, and for believing in him!
Austin Glennon (Baker) - is excited to be performing again at North Texas Performing Arts. Austin is 14 years old and in the 8th grade. Austin’s favorite roles have included Emmett Forrest in Legally Blonde Jr, Farquaad in Shrek Jr, and Schroeder in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown. Austin would like to thank Ms. Hollie for another wonderful opportunity and his voice coach Ms Johnna for her wonderful guidance.
Cast Biographies Taylor Glennon (Narrator) - is excited to be performing again with North Texas Performing Arts. Taylor has enjoyed many exciting roles including Valentine in Mary Poppins, John Darling in Peter Pan Jr, Snoopy in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, and the Cowardly Lion in The Wizard of Oz. Taylor is 12 years old and in 6th grade. She would like to thank Ms Hollie for another incredible opportunity and Ms Johnna for helping to get her here. Riley Hangen (Narrator) - is 10 yrs old and excited to be performing for the 6th time with NTPA. Some of his favorite past roles have been Cat in the Hat (Seussical), Flounder (The Little Mermaid, Jr.) and his first as Michael Darling (Peter Pan, Jr.). He is a proud winner of a 2015 AMP award. When Riley is not on stage he enjoys playing video games, riding his scooter and hanging out with friends. Riley would like to thank his friends & family for coming to see him perform, Mom & Dad for their support, ALL his amazing directors, Ms. Hollie for trusting him with this role and God…for everything. Ethan Jones (Rapunzel’s Prince/Cinderella’s Father) - is a 6th grade student at Sloan Creek Intermediate School. This is his 10th production at PCT/MYT. Some of his favorite past productions include Mike Teavee in Willy Wonka, Ling in Mulan, Lefou in Beauty and the Beast, and Winthrop in Music Man. When Ethan is not on stage he enjoys playing hockey and playing with friends. He would like to thank his family for their ongoing support of his passion and Ms. Hollie for giving him such a fun role.
Mackenzie Jones (Lucinda) - is a 7th grade student at Dowell Middle School. This is her 2nd production at MYT. When she’s not on stage, she enjoys swimming and art. She is excited to be part of Into the Woods Jr. and would like to thank her family and Ms. Hollie for this wonderful opportunity.
Malina Funes-Kendrick (Steward) - is a 4th grader and McGowen Elementary School in McKinney. She loves to act and sing and is a member of the McGowen Honor Choir. Her debut performance was in the Wizard of Oz with the Frisco Youth Theatre last summer where she played several roles including Hunk, a Winkie Guard, a Crow and the Optimistic Voice). Into the Woods is her first production with the McKinney Youth Theatre and she is very much looking forward to growing with NTPA.
Cast Biographies Avery Kinkel (Jack’s Mother) - is a 9-year old 4th grader in Allen. This is her 10th major production with NTPA. Theatre is Avery’s passion, but when she’s not on stage she enjoys drawing, crafts, singing, dancing, fishing, and playing with her sweet dogs, Jack and Pixie. She is VERY excited to be part of this musical production. She thanks Miss Hollie for trusting her with such a mature role, and she thanks her family and friends for coming to see the show! Maya Klein (Mysterious Man) - is an 11 year old 5th grader at Smith Elementary in Frisco, Texas. In her spare time she loves to draw, read and play basketball. This is her 4th show with North Texas Performing Arts and her first in McKinney. She would like to thank Ms. Hollie for being awesome and has really enjoyed being in this production.
Aiden Lewis (Jack) - This is Aiden’s 13th show with North Texas Performing Arts. He loves performing! Aiden is a 4th grader at Walker Elementary in McKinney. He would like to thank Miss Hollie for this amazing opportunity. He would also like to thank his family for supporting him.
Mandy Lipsey (Cinderella’s Stepmother) - is a 7th grade student at Faubion Middle School. This is her 15th production at NTPA. Mandy is a Member of the MYT Acting Company of Excellence program. When Mandy is not on stage she enjoys writing and doing Cosplay at Comic Cons. She would like to thank her family for all ways telling her to keep reaching for her dreams. She would also like to thank Ms Hollie for this wonderful oppurinty. Lorien Lovell (Florinda) - is in 7th grade. This is her 13th production. Previous favorites include playing Bun Foo in Millie, Jr., the bullfrog in Honk, Jr., Chi Fu in Mulan and the White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland. Lorien received the runner-up 2015 AMP Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Frisco Youth Production. She loves being in the Gifted & Talented Program, going to church, reading and taking voice lessons with Miss Hollie. She would like to thank Miss Hollie for helping her to grow and develop her theatrical skills this past year.
Cast Biographies Conor McAleer (Cinderella’s Prince) - is in 5th grade at Carlisle Elementary. This is his 2nd major production with NTPA. His first role was Shere Khan in The Jungle Book. Conor really loves being on stage. In May, Conor will be playing young Simba in The Lion King with his school’s drama program and in February, he’s playing Will Scarlet in The UnMerry Adventures of Robin Hood at PCT. When Conor isn’t acting, he enjoys riding his bike, playing sports and X-Box. Conor would like to thank Ms. Hollie for giving him this wonderful opportunity! Keegan McAleer (Milky-White & Granny) - is 8 years old and in 3rd grade at Carlisle. This is her 2nd major production with NTPA. Keegan loves Into the Woods and is so thankful to Ms. Hollie for giving her a chance and casting her in this play! Her first play was Nancy Drew, Girl Detective. Currently, she is busy polishing up her newest role as Sheriff of Nottingham in The UnMerry Adventures of Robin Hood coming in February. Keegan loves singing and dancing, and to be on stage! When she is not acting, she loves playing with her friends and her American Girl dolls, letting her imagination soar! Kaylie Morrison (Cinderella) - is in the 7th grade at Faubion Middle School in McKinney. This is her 16th major theatre production. Some of her favorite roles have been Alice in Alice in Wonderland, Ursula in The Little Mermaid Jr., and Lucy in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. When Kaylie is not on stage she enjoys participating in drama, choir, and cheerleading at Faubion Middle School. She is also a member of McKinney Youth Theatre’s ACE group. She is thankful to Ms. Hollie for giving her the opportunity to be part of this amazing production. Hailey Osvatic (Lucinda) - is a 10 year old girl in the 5th grade at Lindsey Elementary. This is her 3rd major production with MYT. Her previous plays include Annie Jr. and Music Man. Hailey has found her passion in theater. When she is not playing with friends, she can be found singing around the house. Hailey is so excited to be a part of this cast and wants to thank Ms. Hollie for giving her the opportunity! She would also like to thank her family and friends for their support and all of the parents who volunteered to make this play such a success. Cassidy Payne (Cinderella’s Stepmother) - is a 6th grader at McKinney Christian Academy. This is Cassidy’s 22nd major production with NTPA. Some of Cassidy’s favorite roles have included Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast, Pugsley Addams in The Addams Family, Lion in Wizard of Oz, and Little Alice in Alice in Wonderland. When Cassidy is not on stage she loves cheerleading, camping, and hanging out with her friends. She would like to thank her parents and brother for all their love and support and would like to give God all the glory for in Him she can do anything.
Cast Biographies Colton Payne (Mysterious Man) - is an 8th grader at Fairhill School. This is Colton’s 7th major production with NTPA. Some of Colton’s favorite roles have include the Sultan in Aladdin, Drake in Honk, and Pig in Shrek. When Colton is not on stage he loves to create videos with his friends, go camping, go fishing and hang with his buddies. Colton would like to thank his Mom, Dad, and sister Cassidy for all their support. He would also like to thank the Lord for His abundant blessings!
Bryson Pirkle (Baker) - is 12 yrs old and in 6th grade at Anna Middle School. This is his 7th play with MYT. He is playing the baker. He has really enjoyed working with Ms. Hollie in the play and learned so much. When he is not on stage he loves to draw and hang out with friends and his brothers. He is a huge Walking Dead fan! Rylee Polk (Little Red Riding Hood) - is a 4th grader at Lindsey Elementary. This is her 9th major production with NTPA. Some of her favorite past productions includes Shrek, Mulan, Little Mermaid, Sound of Music and Honk. When not on stage, Rylee enjoys reading, volunteering at church, drawing and spending time with friends. Rylee wants to thank Ms. Hollie for all her hard work and for the opportunity to play Little Red! She also wishes to thank everyone, especially her family and friends for their support. Enjoy your journey “Into the Woods!” Sophie Pope (The Witch) - 5th Grade, Walker Elementary School. This is Sophie’s 8th major production at MYT. She is beyond thrilled to play The Witch and LOVES blue hair! Sophie loves dancing, art, reading, doing anything creative and her 3 dogs! She would like to thank her family for their never-ending encouragement, love and support! She thanks Ms. Hollie for her directing excellence and for trusting her with this amazing role. Much gratitude and love to cast, crew, volunteers and the special people that are our MYT family, for a fantastic production and awesome experience! Sophie Proctor (Jack) - is 9 years old and a third grader at White Rock Elementary. This is her second major production and she has officially fallen in love with the stage. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to play her dream role in her favorite musical. When she is not “in the woods” you can find her trying out tricks on her new skateboard, playing with her little brothers, daydreaming, or dancing around the house in any number of costumes. She would like to thank Hollie for trusting her with this role and her parents for driving her to McKinney to pursue her passion.
Cast Biographies Emme Pullen (The Wolf) - is 9 years old and a third-grade student at Eddins Elementary. She has definitely found her passion and calling with theater. This is her sixth production with MYT. She is the proud recipient of a Best Actress in a Cameo Role AMP Award for her role as Pepper in Annie. Some of her favorite roles, in addition to The Wolf, include Grandmother Fa in Mulan and Eulalie Mackechnie Shinn in The Music Man. When she is not on stage you will likely find her singing an Adele song, selling Girl Scout cookies, carrying around her cats, or reading a book. Anya Purdin (Florinda) - is a 4th grader at Eddins Elementary. This is Anya’s 3rd production with NTPA, and she’s excited to play the step-sister of Cinderella that gets her toe cut off! Roles in Peter Pan Jr and Mulan Jr caused Anya to fall in love with musical theatre, so she performs as much as she can. Off-stage you’ll find Anya reading, writing, drawing, dancing and singing. Anya would like to thank her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, her family for all their love and support, Ms. Hollie for casting her, and an extra special thanks to her Daddy for introducing her to the original version of Into the Woods.
Lauren Savage (Cinderella’s Stepmother) - is 14 years old and in the 8th grade. Into the Woods is Lauren’s 14th production with MYT. In addition to theatre, Lauren enjoys singing and is a member of All-Region Choir, North Texas, and Chamber Singers at her school. Lauren is also a member of MYT ACES. Lauren also loves her church youth group and spending time with her friends. She would like to thank Miss Hollie for all she has taught her.
David Ross Shaffer, Jr. (Cinderella’s Prince) - is a 7th grade student. This is his 5th production at PCT. David has enjoyed playing Lastrade and Sid Prince in Sherlock Holmes, Pig Pen in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, Pongo in 101 Dalmatians, Balin in The Hobbit, as well as summer drama camp here at PCT. When David is not on stage he enjoys drawing, soccer, boy scouts, playing video games. He would like to thank his parents for their support and encouragement, and for getting him to his rehearsals.
Jaelyn Smallwood (Witch) - is 11 years old and a 6th grader at the Episcopal School of Dallas. When Jaelyn is not on stage, she enjoys singing, acting, voice over, dance, drawing and playing tennis. She also loves spending time with family and friends. This is her 5th production at NTPA. Jaelyn would like to thank Ms. Hollie for giving her the opportunity to play this amazing role. She also would like to thank her friends and family for their support!
Cast Biographies Nick Smith (Wolf) - is a 5th grade student at Walker Elementary. This is his 4th production with NTPA but his theater journey began overseas in Jakarta, Indonesia. Some of his past productions include Mulan Jr. (Captain Shang), and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. When Nick is not on stage he enjoys playing guitar and hanging out with friends. He would like to thank his amazing director, Miss Hollie, for giving him such a sly and sinister role! Nick would also like to thank his family and friends for their support, especially his sister, Gianna, for helping him run lines! Paige Stevens (Little Red Ridinghood) - is a 3rd grader at McGowen Elementary. This is her 5th show with MYT. She enjoys cheerleading, singing, school and playing with her friends and cousins. Some of her past productions and roles have included an orphan in Annie, Grace in Honk and Grandmother Fa in Mulan. Although she has loved all of her roles, she is so excited to play her dream role of Little Red in this production. She would like to thank her family, her amazing voice/acting coach Joesph Jones and Ms. Hollie for giving her the opportunity with such an important role. Hayley Stone (The Baker’s Wife) - This is Hayley’s 5th production with NTPA. She is an 8th grade homeschooler and has performed in several productions through the McKinney Area Christian Homeschoolers Association. A few of her favorite roles include The Fiddler (Fiddler on the Roof) and Gladys Herdman (The Best Christmas Pageant Ever). When she is not on the stage you will find Hayley playing volleyball, reading and spending time with friends. Hayley thanks Miss Hollie for giving her this wonderful experience and her parents for always believing in her. Megan Tucker (Cinderella) - is a 7th grader in Plano. This is her 10th production with NTPA, and her 7th show with Miss Hollie! Some favorite roles have been Flounder (The Little Mermaid), Edwina (Dear Edwina, Jr), and Chutney Wyndham (Legally Blonde). In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends, playing with her dogs, and losing gold shoes. She would like to thank Miss Hollie for trusting her with this amazing role, her Grandma for introducing her to theatre and being her biggest fan, and all the people coming to see her. Enjoy the show!
Allison Paradise Wood (Mysterious Lady) - is a 5th grader at Rogers MS in Prosper. This is her third production with NTPA. Allison played Etcetera in CATS and the Stepmother in Cinderella KIDS. When Allison isn’t on stage, she enjoys hanging out with friends, reading, singing and being a Girl Scout. She would like to thank her family, friends and Miss Lindsey for their support!
Cast Biographies Parker Wooten (Townsperson) - is a 2nd grader at Allen Elementary. This is her 2nd play with NTPA. She is playing a ballroom dancer/villager. Parker enjoys drawing, playing on her computer, and playing with her puppies. She would like to thank Mrs. Hollie for helping her learn her dances, Daddy, Ruth, Coco, and Charlotte for being super supportive, and her Mother, Matt, Tallisa, Micah, Noah, Joey, Marcel, and Lucas for helping her be the best actor she can be!
Tallisa Wooten (Cinderella’s Mother) - is an 8th grader at Hunt Middle School. This is her 6th play with NTPA. She is playing Cinderella’s Mother. Tallisa enjoys writing, singing, and reading. She would like to thank Mrs. Hollie for helping her with her singing/acting, Dad, Ruth, Charlotte, and Coco for helping her with her lines, and Mom, Matt, Parker, Micah, Noah, Joey, Marcel, and Lucas for showing their support.
Director - Hollie Hongosh Hollie Hongosh joined the NTPA family in 2011 after relocating from Cleveland, OH. She graduated from Wittenberg University with a degree in International Business and French with a minor in Operatic Vocal Performance. Hollie received numerous awards for roles in dramatic, classical, and musical productions and toured nationally with the acclaimed Wittenberg choir. She has been teaching voice lessons, dance, acting, modeling, nd public speaking for 8 years, and is continuing to grow her studio in Dallas. When she left her position as the youth program director of a large community youth theatre in Cleveland, she was managing a program of nearly 500 students in acting, dance, and voice and was the director for mainstage musicals.
Save the Date! McKinney Some Enchanted Evening AMP Awards Ceremony February 6, 2016. Come dressed in your best for awards, live auction, photo booth, dancing, and a cash bar! All tickets include admission to the awards ceremony plus dinner and dessert. Single Ticket: $40 Family 4-Pack: $150 Event Time: 4:30 - 11pm Red Carpet begins at 4:30pm Sheraton McKinney Hotel 1900 Gateway Blv McKinney TX 75070 Tickets at McKinneyYouthTheatre.org
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McKinneyYouthTheatre
Upcoming Productions Rapunzel, Rapunzel, A Very Hairy Fairy Tale! Visit an enchanted fairy tale land with dragons, a handsome prince, an evil would-be Queen, a really great hair stylist, and that famous princess with the long, long, long hair! Hold on to your hair and prepare for a brand new magical musical re-telling of the classic fairy tale! The evil Lady Za Za determines to rule
the kingdom by keeping the beautiful January 29 - February 6, 2016 Plano Children’s Theater Mainstage Princess Rapunzel trapped in a tower in the deep, dark, dank, dismal, dreary Directed by Caitlin Galloway Book, Music and Lyrics By Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman Rapunzel! Rapunzel! A Very Hairy Tale is presented through special arrangement with Rogers and Hammerstein
forest. It’ll be up to Sir Roderick and his hair stylist friend Edgar (who is on a quest to find the perfect head of hair) to rescue Princess Rapunzel and restore the kingdom - with the help of a slightly neurotic Gypsy Woman and a tired, yet witty, old dragon named Socrates who has lost his poof!
Fame, Jr. Set during the last years of New York City’s celebrated High School for the Performing Arts in the early 1980s, Fame JR. is the bittersweet but ultimately inspiring story of a diverse group of students who commit to four years of grueling artistic and academic work. With candor, humor, and insight, the show explores the issues that confront many young people today.
February 11 - February 14, 2016 Plano Courtyard Theater Directed by Hannah Dias, Cassidy Crown, and Mike Mazur
Featuring an 80’s themed dance party after the close of the show on Sunday, February 14!
More information on upcoming auditions and productions at NorthTexasPerformingArts.org
Upcoming Auditions and Classes High School Musical
AUDITIONS: March 14 (6-9pm), March 21 (6-9pm) CASTING AGES: 6th-12th Grade 8 Performances: June 23-June 26, 2016 Director: Hollie Hongoash Book By David Simpatico Songs by Bryan Louiselle, Faye Greenberg, David N. Lawrence, Greg Cham, Matthew Gerrard, Robbie Nevil, Ray Cham, Andrew Seeley, Randy Petersen, Kevin Quinn, Adam Watts, Jamie Houston, and Andy Dodd. Music Adapted, Arranged and Produced by Bryan Louiselle. Based on a Disney Channel Original Movie written by Peter Barsocchini High School Musical On Stage Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212-397-4684 www.MTIShows.com
More info at McKinneyYouthTheatre.org
Classes for Kindergarteners - 8th Graders begin February 1st
Featuring: Elementary Production Elementary Production (Kindergarten - 2nd Grade) (3rd - 5th Grade) Thursdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Dance 2 (3rd - 5th Grade)
P.A.G.E. (3rd - 5th Grade)
Mondays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Mondays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
P.A.G.E. (6rd - 8th Grade)
Dance 1 (6rd - 8th Grade)
Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Sign up and find more information at McKinneyYouthTheatre.org
Volunteers Show Managers
Peggy Lipsey, Abigale Canter
Assistant Show Manager
Tina Autry
Costumes
Teri Glennon
Props
Kathryn Proctor, Marcia Savage
Concessions Coordinator
Jeane Pullen
Ticket Sales Coordinator
Jamie Colvin
Lights Manager
Tim Pope
Sound Manager
Don Melton
Volunteer Coordinator
Dana Tucker
Playbill
Carmen Disch
PR Coordinator
Ron Stevens
Set Designer & Builder
Kristen Barnes
T-Shirt Coordinator
Christie Lovell
Backstage Coordinator
Tamara Jones
Want to keep up with our whole family of theaters? Just head over to NorthTexasPerformingArts.org and sign up to our newsletter. Every week we let you know all the shows, auditions, classes and camps that are coming up soon. Stay in the know with NTPA’s newsletter.
Corporate Sponsors DRESS CIRCLE $25K+
City of Plano Plano Cultural Arts Commission Simply Connect
BALCONY $1K - $10K
City of McKinney Neiman Marcus - Willow Bend Willow Bend Shopping Mall Park Place Lexus Junior League of Collin County Storage Assessments Verizon Rick’s Chophouse Texas Instruments Frisco Arts Association Nampig Foundation Legacy Texas Bank
IN-KIND
Champion Life Safety Solutions First United Methodist McKinney Central Market Dallas Child Dallas Morning News HP McKinney Courier Gazette Neighbors Go Nordhaus/Walpole Attorneys Park Cities Dental-Dr. Hibbs Plano Profile Plano Star Courier Around Town Kids
UPPER TIER $500 - $999 Bank of America Huffines Auto Group Gonzalez, Rolon, V aldespino & Rodriguez Grand Prarie Ford
To become a corporate sponsor, email SAkers@Ntpagroup.org or call 972-422-2575
Membership “To encourage literature and the arts is a duty which every good citizen owes his country.” -George Washington Over the past three years, our sponsors have helped NTPA to award over $85,000 in scholarships to help local youth attend our program. Our members give us the ability and inspiration to continue our work each day. Without their support, we couldn’t continue to bring performing arts education to the children of McKinney, Frisco, and Plano. Membership starts as low as $50 and provides benefits for North Texas Performing Arts and for you. If you are not already a member, please consider joining us today.
Membership Benefits Annual Meeting Vote Members Only AMP Vote Car Decal Playbill Recognition for One Year Lobby Recognition on Poster Two Ticket Vouchers 10% Tuition Discount for One Year 15% Tuition Discount for One Year Recognition in Lobby 1/4 Page Ad in One Playbill 25% Tuition Discount for One Year Ten Ticket Vouchers Free Admission to Awards Ceremony Business Card Ad in Three Playbills
Individual $50
Family $100
Patron $250
Mentor $500
Legacy $1000
Trustee $2500
Founder $5000
Governing Board of Directors Darrell Rodenbaugh, President Jamie Colvin, 1st Vice President Elly Marsh, 2nd Vice President Steve Flad, 3rd Vice President Daniel Spradley, Treasurer Holly LaFevers Jamee Cutillo Kevin Goldsmith
Robert Morgan Mark Frankenfeld (FYT) Randy Archambault Trysh Pope (MYT) Autumn Melcer (PCT) Vincent Allen
MYT Management Board Trysh Pope, Chairperson Elizabeth Allen, Vice Chairperson Jeff Bessa, Finance Director Amanda Bolen Andy Morrison Don Melton Nikki Behm Ron Stevens Stacy Polk
Cherlyn Morrison Kathryn Lewis Mary Key Badar Peggy Lipsey Roz Payne Tracy Cronauer
North Texas Performing Arts Staff Founder & Executive Director: Sara Egelston Akers MYT Managing Director: Hollie Hongosh FYT Managing Director: Melinda Bellatti PCT Managing Director: Mike Mazur Business Manager: Autumn Daly Communications Specialist: Luke Hollomon Office Manager: Calli Young Touring Director: Caitlin Galloway Marketing Director: Bianca Gamez
Members Founder $5000+ Zane and Jamie Colvin
Trustee $2500 - $4999 Sara Akers John & Cindy Gay The Colvin Family
Legacy $1000 - $2499 Byron and Leslie Burgess Sterling and Carolyn Chambers Andrew and Melanie Glickler Steve and Marilyn Kusters Elly Marsh Darrell and Lisa Rodenbaugh
Tradition $250 - $499
George and Jamie Brown Scott and Kristi Bushman Steve & Cece Liekar -Campanini Dennis and Jamee Cutillo Stuart and Jackie Daley Chris and Corrie Edmondson Christopher Foree Holly LaFevers Ronald Saffer and Tammy Theis Scott and Carmen Heber Don and Amy Herpeche Neal J. Katz and Diane McCrudden Douglas and Rebekah Lee Patti & Alf Levy-in memory of David Kevin and Kelly McDonald The Nehm Family Tim and Trysh Pope The Seaton Family Marty and Gennifer Stratton Mark and Nicki Thrower
Family $100 - $249
Vince and Kris Allen Vincent and Elizabeth Allen Brigitte Blackwell Tina Autry John and Mary Kay Badar John and Kristen Barnes David and Lynne Barnes Jassiah and Melanie Barrera
Tom & Nicki Behm Bryan and Alicia Bell Greg and Johnette Beutel Amanda Bolen Cierra Brannies Scott and Abigail Canter Clay and Molly Carter Tom and Kristi Cartwright Robert and Lilliana Morgan Autumn Daly Greg and Julianna Cooper Bryan and Amy Cowan Brian and Tracey Cronauer Jeff and Stacy Crowe Brandon and Christina Cunningham Gerardo and Gabriela Delgadillo The Dlugosch Family Antoinette Adkins Max Droz & Amy Bosley Chauncy Eastes The Ellis Family Leslee Engleman Steve & Ruth Flad Mark and Kira Frankenfeld Greg and Teri Glennon Kevin and Fara Goldsmith The Grafath Family Dawn Gray Carl and Andreea Hamilton Heather Hangen Kim Hankins Holly LaFevers The Hawkins Family Julie Haymann Tasi Hines Michelle Hoffman Scott and Ellen Holtz Jon and Julie Hyland Scott and Kerri Keith The Kim Family Marcia Schiff The Brad Lacy Family Scott and Kathryn Lewis Roger and Kathy Light Rick and Jeanie Lima Peggy Lipsey The Maruca Family Samantha Masucci Mark and Linda McAdams Michael and Jackie McGrady Steve and Kristy Murray Travis Merrill The Miquilarena Family Wayne and Katherine Miracle Leigh Moore
Members Andy and Cherlyn Morrison April Mureen Stacy Murphy Kirk and Corrie Nativi Melissa & Lynn Fickle Jim and Chris O’Reilly The Osborne Family Lori Palla Dustin and Marsha Partridge Brian and Lisa Polen Kathryn Proctor Eric and Wendy Purdin Leonard and Denise Ratley Mark & Joanne Reed Joann Rodriguez Brian & Sylvia Sadofsky Tim and Marcia Savage Dr. Erica Mueller Jason & Cathy Secrest Chris and Nancy Smith Sam and Daniella Soffa Jacqueline Spika Daniel and Laura Spradley Malavika and Ankarath Sreejit Shannon Steinman Jim and Rachel Steward Rick and Deanna Stone Barbara Stratton The Taveira Family Jose and Jerithia Tidwell Ken and Dana Tucker The Wall Family Carl Wildrick Rich and Kate Wilson Michael and Michelle Wood Judd and Jennifer Word
Individual $50 - $99
Alanna Fleming Leigh Hardison Vince and Christina Lombardo Sean and Amanda Porter John and Diana Schram David and Nancy Winkler
North Texas Giving Day Sponsors Jamie Colvin Byron Burgess Lisa Rodenbaugh The Cowan Family Stuart & Jackie Daly Dale Wheeler Mr. & Mrs. Ray Beutel
Hyland Family Joy S Peggy Hawkins Scott Bushman Sara Egelston Akers Ken and Dana Tucker Deborah and Tom Dobozy Zane Colvin The Crowe Family Shelly Genovese Rebecca Caso Christie Lovell Jill and Ryan Raber Erich Schlegel Dawn, Jeff, & Alexandra Gray Kevin Goldsmith Joe & Kathryn Proctor Michael & Deena Harvanek Jim & Rebecca Tudor Greg & Michelle Davis David & Chris Downs Dione Beilgard Gary Landry George & Jamie Brown
Major Season Sponsors
Willow Bend
Plano Cultural Arts Commission Nampig Foundation