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Welcome to Pentacle Theatre's production of Hairspray!
If you came expecting to see a period musical from a bygone era, I am sorry to disappoint you. Yes, Hairspray is a period piece, set in 1962 Baltimore. The hair, costumes and language will most definitely be period. Sadly, the content is more relevant than ever.
The issues faced by the characters in this show continue to be alive and well in America. Our show offers very different perspectives on racism and discrimination. Tracy just doesn't understand why dancing on the Corny Collins show can't be for everyone every day, regardless. Edna fears social judgment based on her weight and worries that her daughter may face the same. Motormouth Maybelle stands firm in her fight, regardless of the backlash. Velma and Prudy remain stuck in their thinking and seem unwilling to change. For me, it's the Pennys of the world who can often make the biggest difference. Raised by an overtly racist mother, Penny, who is often a bit "spacy," is able to think for herself and find love with someone she knows her mother may not accept. Penny breaks the cycle. For every Tracy and Motormouth we have fighting for equality, we need 10 Pennys out there, casting aside their families’ skewed view of the world and having an open heart regardless of race, gender, ideology, body size, and culture.
Theater exists as a mirror we can hold up and view society behind a fourth wall. I am sure you will see representations of people you know in your life. Hopefully you will take with you the strength of Tracy, Motormouth, Seaweed, Penny, and Edna. That you'll no longer be a bystander to the Velmas and Prudys in the world. I desperately want to live in a world where the message of Hairspray is truly a historical period piece. We are not there yet, we won’t get there Without Love.
Robert Salberg Director
LAND ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Pentacle Theatre in Salem is located within the ancestral homelands of the Kalapuya, Yamhill, and Luckiamute people who have lived here since time immemorial. In the 1850s, these tribes were displaced by colonization and were eventually resettled on reservations. We celebrate and honor the Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde and the Confederated Tribes of Siletz members, their resilience, and their present and future right to this land.
HAIRSPRAY
CAST
TRACY TURNBLAD Paige Caballero
EDNA TURNBLAD ........................................................................ Michael Louladkis
CORNY COLLINS Noah Vanderburgh
LINK LARKIN .................................................................................... Trevor J. Olson
WILBUR TURNBLAD .............................................................................. Scott Ramp
VELMA VON TUSSLE Kirsten Manning
AMBER VON TUSSLE .................................................................. Molly Duddlesten
PENNY PINGLETON Natalie Pate Gwin
PRUDY PINGLETON/GYM TEACHER/MATRON ...............................Laura McDonald
SEAWEED J STUBBS....................................................... Mason Fuller/Kamil Finger
MOTORMOUTH MAYBELLE Jessica Peterson
LITTLE INEZ ........................................................................................ Olivia McCoy
MR. PINKY/HARRIMAN SPRITZER/PRINCIPAL/FLASHER Walt Haight
TAMMY ...................................................................................................Molly Hare
BRAD .................................................................................................Hunter Moate
FENDER Finn Manning
BRENDA (PREG) ............................................................................. Amelia Woolsey
SKETCH Camden Choc
SHELLEY Delaney Galvin
IQ .......................................................................................................... Noah Miller
LOU ANN Eliza Tooley
JUDINE ................................................................................................... Eva Larson
KAMILAH ........................................................................................ Amoni Gregory
SHAYNA Ashley Dankenbring
GILBERT .......................................................................................... Kingston Green
STOOIE Lemon Marin
CINDY WATKINS ................................................................................ Marley Green
LORRAINE ..................................................................................... Mariah Perryman
DUANE Greydyn Cotton
THAD.................................................................................................... Kamil Finger
ENSEMBLE Sara Chaison, Grace Grahou, Kelli Jaecks, Myah Nura, Abe Orozco, Eowyn Rideway
ENSEMBLE/DANCE CAPTAIN .............................................Yaradicxa Ramos Adame
TIME & PLACE
Baltimore, 1962
Hairspray is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
ANY VIDEO AND/OR AUDIO RECORDING OF THIS PRODUCTION IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
PRODUCTION STAFF
DIRECTOR ........................................................................................ Robert Salberg
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Deborah Johansen
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR ...................................................................... Chris Benham
MUSIC & VOCAL DIRECTOR ................................................................. Kent Wilson
CHOREOGRAPHERS ....................................Ashley Dankenbring, Charles Fentroy, Dee Montgomery Smith
STAGE MANAGERS Lana Buckholz & Betsy Wild
STAGE CREW ............................................................. Patti Brown & Fawnia Oblack
INTIMACY DIRECTOR ............................................................. Kelli Swanson Jaecks
PROPS Patti Brown & Diane Clingerman
MISSION CONTROL Ara Duddlesten
PROJECTION DESIGN & COORDINATION ............................................... Liz Rogers
LIGHTING DESIGN ........................................................................... Wendy Boyack
LIGHTS OPERATOR Heather Toller
SOUND/AUDIO RECORDING/SET UP Michael McIntosh
SOUND OPERATOR ................................................................................Dani Potter
MIC ASSISTANT ..................................................................................... Brian Virgin
COSTUME DESIGN MaryAnn Black
COSTUME CREW
Jamie Breckenridge, Shaula Coulson, Annie Klesath, Cheri Lentz, Pam Orozco
MAKEUP DESIGN ............................................................................. Katie Lindbeck
HAIR & WIGS Maleah Perryman & Lindsay Schuh
SET DESIGN Noah Vanderburgh
SET DRESSING .............................................................Patti Brown, Lana Buckholz, Diane Clingerman, Fawnia Oblack, Betsy Wild
STRIKE Alicia Scherer, Antonio Schoaps, Rob Sim
SET CONSTRUCTION
Nora Benham-Bertolini, Saul Coria, Geri Greeno, Fawnia Oblack, Trevor J. Olson, Scott Ramp, Antonio Schoaps, Rob Sim, Becky Tei, Elizabeth Tei, Noel Trejo, Amelia Woolsey
SPECIALTY PAINTING Alicia Scherer
PHOTOGRAPHY Vicki Woods
POSTER DESIGN................................................................................. Isaac Mitchell
PROGRAM DESIGN ........................................................................... Carlee Wright
HOUSE MANAGERS ........................................................ Beverly & Michael Freitas
BOARD LIAISON Anthony Barghini
MUSICIANS
MUSIC DIRECTOR/KEYBOARD 1
Kent Wilson
BASS GUITAR ......................................................................................Jacob Mielke
DRUMS/PERCUSSION Grant Grover
GUITAR ................................................................................................. Robert Rice
KEYBOARD 2
Sophie Kasner
REED 2 ....................................................................................................... Kat Kem
SPECIAL THANKS
David Bliss | Bill Brown | Children's Educational Theatre Parrish Middle School | Please at Stumptown Stages | Nita Hantke North Salem High School Stumptown Theater
The show runs approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
SONG LIST
ACT ONE
Good Morning Baltimore.......................................................... Tracy & Ensemble
Nicest Kids In Town................................................... Corny Collins & The Council
Mama I'm A Big Girl
Tracy, Edna, Amber, Velma, Penny & Prudy
Big Girl Playoff Ensemble
I Can Hear The Bells Tracy, Penny & Ensemble
Miss Baltimore Crabs Velma & The Council
Transition To Detention ............................................................. Tracy & Little Inez
The Madison ......................Corny Collins & The students of Patterson Park High
Nicest Kids In Town Reprise ................................................. Corny & The Council
It Takes Two .............................................................................. Link & The Council
Velma's Revenge Velma
Welcome To The 60's Tracy, Edna & Ensemble
60's Playoff Tracy, Edna, The Dynamites & Ensemble
Run & Tell That Seaweed, Little Inez & Ensemble
Big Blonde and Beautiful .............................. Motormouth Maybelle & Ensemble
ACT TWO
Big Doll House ..........................................
Motormouth Maybelle, Edna, Matron, Velma, Amber, Tracy, Little Inez & Ensemble
Big Doll House Play off Matron & Ensemble
Baltimore Reprise Tracy
You're Timeless To Me Edna & Wilbur
Timeless Reprise ............................................................................. Edna & Wilbur
Without Love ............................. Tracy, Link, Penny, Seaweed, Prudy & Ensemble
Without Love Playoff ............................................................................... Ensemble
I Know Where I've Been................................ Motormouth Maybelle & Ensemble
It's Hairspray ............................................................. Corny Collins & The Council
Cooties Amber & The Council
You Can't Stop The Beat Part 1 Corny, Tracy, Link,Penny, Seaweed & Ensemble
You Can't Stop The Beat Part 2 Edna, Motormouth Maybelle & Ensemble
Bows ................................................................................................................... All
SEASON 2026
Celebrating 72 years of sharing art with our community, Pentacle Theatre is proud to present our 2026 season.
March 20 - April 11
Aug 14 - Sept 5
Stay tuned for updates on
May 8 - 30
Oct 2 - 24
Jan 30 - Feb 21
June 26 - July 18
Nov 20 - Dec 12
Robert Salberg
Director
2025 marks Robert’s 25th year at Pentacle Theatre! He’s been seen on stage most recently in 2025’s Big Fish, 2019’s Dashing Through the Snow and 2016’s Urinetown
The Musical. His many directing credits include The Prom (2024), The Diviners (2008), Seussical (2009), Fiddler on the Roof (2010), Annie (2010), Rent (2011), 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2012), Legally Blonde (2013), Les Misérables (2014), Young Frankenstein (2015), 9 to 5 the Musical (2016), Seussical (2016), Spamalot (2017), Little Shop of Horrors (2018), Mamma Mia (2019) and Shrek the Musical (2023). Robert is the drama teacher at Howard Street Charter School and the executive director of Children’s Educational Theatre. He is also the assistant cross country coach and head track coach at South Salem High School.
Deborah Johansen Assistant Director
Deborah Johansen became a lifetime member in 2019. Her first Pentacle show was Celebration in 1979, directed by fellow lifetime member and dear friend Katie Lindbeck. Since that time, Deborah has been an actor and director. Some of her favorite shows she has directed are: You Can't Take It With You, The Sunshine Boys,
Once Upon A Mattress, and Guys & Dolls You may remember Deborah from her memorable performances in Pump Boys & Dinettes, The Boyfriend, Les Miserables, Fiddler on the Roof, Ripcord, and Arsenic and Old Lace. Corinthians 13:4-5. She is thankful to her son Jordan for his lifetime support of his dramatic mother. (and scene)
Kent Wilson
Music & Vocal Director/Keyboards
Kent is excited to finally be taking on this show with Pentacle! Previous Pentacle shows he has worked on include The Prom, Shrek the Musical, Little Shop of Horrors, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and The Beast, Cinderella, Chicago, The Secret Garden, and Legally Blonde. During the day he is a middle school choir teacher in Beaverton, and an adjunct music faculty member at George Fox University. He thanks you all for coming!
Dee Montgomery Smith Choreographer
Dee has been a choreographer over 45 years in the Salem and Portland area. She has just retired from working at Chemeketa Community College teaching Ballet, Jazz, tap and weight training for 40 years. Taught tap at Western Oregon University. Taught at private studios, Children Education Theatre, and many other events.
Dee first perfor med at Pentacle Theatre in 1976 with the Dart Dance Theatre being a backup dancer for Pentacle Theatre singers. The first show was Celebration in 1979 with director Katie Lindbeck. Dee has done numerous shows since then at Pentacle and other theaters. Dee received the 2024 volunteer of the year award at Pentacle Theatre. Dee earned her bachelor’s degree at Western Oregon University in 1999.
Charles Fentroy
Choreographer
Charles Fentroy is a dynamic force in the world of dance and performing arts, bringing over 25 years of experience, passion, and innovation to every stage he touches. His illustrious journey began at the prestigious Dance Peninsula Ballet, (Palos Verdes, California), and San Pedro City Ballet, (San Pedro, California), where
he trained and performed, laying a solid foundation for a career that would span multiple disciplines and reach audiences across the country.
W ith a career that has taken him to stages with several renowned dance companies, Charles has built a reputation for both his technical brilliance and magnetic stage presence. Over two decades ago, he transitioned into the realm of professional choreography, where his visionary creativity quickly set him apart. As a choreographer and director, he has helmed numerous productions and led acclaimed companies, including 7th Street Dance, (Long Beach, California), and PNM Ballet Company, (Torrance, California), infusing each with his signature blend of classical finesse and contemporary edge. Charles is not only a master of movement but also a gifted actor and vocalist. His versatile talents have earned him roles in major productions such as Smokey Joe’s Café, Aladdin, Stomp, and many more, captivating audiences with his ability to seamlessly shift between singing, dancing, and acting.
His directorial accomplishments are equally impressive. Charles has brought iconic works like The Nutcracker and Swan Lake to life, earning praise for his innovative interpretations and his ability to breathe new life into timeless classics. Whether on stage or behind the scenes, Charles continues to inspire the next generation of artists with his dedication to excellence, storytelling, and the transformative power of performance.
NISSAN
Paige Caballero Tracy Turnblad
Paige is over the moon to make her Pentacle Theatre debut in her dream role! Playing Tracy in Hairspray has been a lifelong goal, and she’s beyond grateful to share this joyful experience with such a talented and supportive cast. After stepping away from the stage for several years, Paige is thrilled to have returned to theatre as an adult. She is a passionate advocate for the arts and their power to uplift, inspire, and build community. Paige would like to extend heartfelt thanks to her incredible husband for always supporting her silly dreams, to her family and friends for their constant encouragement, and to the Pentacle Theatre community for welcoming her with open arms.
Sara Chaison Ensemble
After a 20-year absence from the stage, Sara is delighted to be making her debut with Pentacle Theatre. Sara studied theatre at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles and at The British American Drama Academy in London. A current teacher at Howard Street Charter School, Sara’s hobbies include singing with the Willamette Master Chorus, baking for her staff, and going
to Disneyland with her family. She would like to thank her husband and kids for supporting her return to the theater!
Camden Choc Sketch
Camden is excited to join the cast of Hairspray portraying Sketch. Camden is going to be a senior next year. He is enrolled in four choirs and he is a part of the Sprague Thespian Troupe. Camden is also Sprague’s 2025-26 choir president! He has been in four Sprague productions and many Gallery Theater productions. His favorite past roles have been Doody in Grease, Narrator in Into The Woods, and Bobby Strong in Urinetown. He is super excited to be part of his first Pentacle production!
Greydyn Cotton Duane
This is Greydyn’s first show at Pentacle Theatre. He's going to be a senior at Sprague where you may have seen him in Midsummer Jersey , Urinetown , Rumors and upcoming shows next fall, winter, and spring.
Cami Cummings
Her smile, comforting words of support, love and care for others was a major part of who she was. Truly her spirit of love continues to live in us all that were impacted by her life. Everywhere Cami went, she always found ways to pour into someone else's day. Truly a sense of fresh air was experienced by being around her. She discovered and created ways to ensure that you were better than you were after an encounter: Cami loved to share love.
A gifted makeup artist who built her own business and brand Paint With Cami from nothing into a "movement"...it was more than art, it was her life's ministry. Cami was also known for her talents in the various performing arts such as dancing and singing, which was her passion. She has an upcoming debut release "Real Love" to be released on all major platforms. One of her latest preparations was for her role with the play Hairspray. Cami's legacy shall live on...June 9 is not her end. Some of her last words continue to thrive in our hearts and minds "letting your heart be so full of God's love that hate has no room to grow. Camilla Chante Cummings' legacy will continue to blossom into the beautiful butterfly of life and live through all of us forever!
Ashley Dankenbring
Shayna/Choreographer
This is Ashley’s fourth show at Pentacle. You may recognize her from Little Shop of Horrors as a DooWop girl or The Prom as head cheerleader Kaylee. This is Ashley’s first time choreographing for Pentacle. Outside of theater, Ashley is a Dental Hygienist working in Independence. She loves spending time with her husband David, two fur babies Sticky & Chewy, and her momma, sisters, and brother.
Molly Duddlesten
Amber Von Tussle
This is Molly's fifth Pentacle production! You may have seen her on the Pentacle stage previously as Jenny Hill in Big Fish, Ariel in Footloose, Alyssa Greene in The Prom, & Gingy in Shrek the Musical. Other credits include: Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family (Broadway Rose Theatre Company), Rodeo Girl in Analog & Vinyl (Broadway Rose Theatre Company), & Casey in First Date (Enlightened Theatrics). When she's not onstage, she works as a Career Advisor and loves to spend time with friends, family, and her two beautiful brown tabbies. She's super excited to once again share the stage with her husband/ bestie, Noah!
Kamil Finger
Thad/Seaweed J Stubbs
Kam is a recent graduate of South Salem High School where he was seen as Captain Von Trapp in Sound of Music
You may have also seen Kam in Puffs, Hadestown (High School version) and Trap All at South High. At Pentacle Theatre
Kam has been seen in The Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder and Clue On Stage. In the fall, Kam plans to attend Chemeketa Community College majoring in early childhood education. In his free time he enjoys snowboarding, swimming, singing and theater.
Mason Fuller
Seaweed J Stubbs
Mason is excited to be given the opportunity to play Seaweed, which has been a dream role for years, as his last role before college. He cannot think of a better role to send him off into his college career.
Delaney Galvin Shelley
This is Delaney’s first show at Pentacle Theatre! She has previously performed with Enlightened Theatrics, CET, SKIT, and West Salem High School Theatre. Her favorite role so far has been the Baker’s Wife in Into the Woods (CET), though Hairspray is quickly becoming a new favorite. Delaney is heading into her junior year at West Salem High School, where she’s involved in choir. She loves making bracelets, chasing sunsets, and visiting Disneyland whenever she gets the chance. With a bubbly personality and a deep love for sunshine, Delaney finds pure joy in musical theater—it truly lifts her up!
Every five years the Pentacle Theatre Governing Board honors as Lifetime Members five people who have been active in Pentacle Theatre for at least 20 years. We also remember fondly those Lifetime Members who are no longer with us.
Lifetime Members
Pamela Abernethy
Dick Bond
Robin Bower
Maggie Dayton
Jo Dodge
Chris Fletcher
Diane Francis
Geri Greeno
Lois Hanson
Ken Hermens
Robert Herzog
Tom Hewitt
Deborah Johansen
Cec Koontz
Dave Leonard
Katie Lindbeck
IN LOVING MEMORY
Wayne Ballantyne
Dean Bartell
Jack Bellamy
Dr. E.B. Bossatti
Edith Bossatti
Benny Bower
Virginia Choate
Ken Collins
David Cristobal
Bill Cross
Phyllis Cross
Dave Davis
Ron Fox
Michael Francis
Rose Ann Hansell
Sue Juba
Mrs. Ray Loter
Marian Milligan
Pauli Long
Nancy Moen
Debbie Neel
Jeff Sanders
Ed Schoaps
Susan Schoaps
Rob Sim
Kathryn Straton
Faye Trupka
Cherie Ulmer
Jeffrey D. Witt
De Zajic
Tony Zandol
Alice Norton
Peg Pink
Bob Putnam
Margaret Ringnalda
Murco Ringnalda
Larry Roach
Dick Schmidt
Pat Schmidt
Helen Shepard
Meryl (Bill) Smith
Larry Stevens
Barbara Sullivan
Tom Ulmer
Claytene Vick
Madison Vick
Stephen Warnock
Rollie Zajic
Grace Grahou Ensemble
Grace Grahou (she/ her) is excited to be in her first show at Pentacle Theatre. She is from Ivory Coast and is a student at Willamette University, where she studies Sociology and Women & Gender Studies.
Grace has been singing in church choirs since she was 14 and now sings alto in Willamette’s Voce choir. She also loves to dance and was part of the Willamette Dance Company. Grace enjoys music, dancing, acting, and art. She is happy to be part of this cast and thankful for the chance to learn something new and be on stage. She thanks her family and friends for all their support.
Kingston Green Gilbert
Kingston Green will be a sophomore at South Salem High School this school year. He enjoys music and is in jazz band, symphonic band, and choir.
Kingston is a student athlete. He does track and field and plays football. Hairspray is his very first play.
Marley Green
Cindy Watkins
Marley Green attends South Salem High School and will be a sophomore this coming school year. Some of her interests are: Art, choir, and volleyball (which she plays year-round between school and club). She’s never been in a theater production, so Hairspray is her acting debut!
Amoni Gregory Kamilah
Amoni is a sophomore at Oregon State University and is thrilled to be making her Pentacle Theatre debut in Hairspray! This is her first production with Pentacle, and she’s excited to bring the energy and joy of this show to life.
Honoring the generous individuals who have made a provision in
Bright Lights SOCIETY
Anonymous
Pamela Abernethy & Chris Fletcher
Pamela Bilderbeck
Robin Bower
Laurene & Roger Brousseau
Eden Rose Brown
Cherie & Craig Cline
Susan Elliott
Linda Gilbert
Ron Jaecks
Ed Kramer
MaryKate Lindbeck
Dennis & Linda McIntire
Jackie B. Miller
Jeanne M. Miller
Janet Neuburg
Jackie & Al Pierce
Laurelyn Schellin
Cesie & Tom Delve Scheuermann
John Stuber
Kelli Swanson
Barbara & Bruce Thompson
Jeff Witt
IN MEMORIAM
Virginia Choate
Carol Farber
Lois Harris
Louise Larsen
Larry Roach
If you have included Pentacle Theatre in your estate plans, we’d like to know and honor you here. Contact 503-485-4300 or email Steven; Executive_Director@PentacleTheatre.org.
Walt Haight
Mr. Pinky/Harriman Spritzer/Principal/ Flasher
Walt returns to the Pentacle stage after playing Reverend Harper and Lt. Rooney in Arsenic and Old Lace earlier this year. His previous Pentacle credits include Distracted, Little Shop of Horrors, Over the River and Through the Woods, Dancing at Lughnasa, and A Christmas Carol, to name a few. Walt has also appeared at Gallery Theater in McMinnville, most recently as Mr. McClam in Fly By Night and as Elwood P. Dowd in Harvey. He also enjoys volunteering at McMinnville Community Media, a local TV station in that city, and he especially loves seeing as many shows as possible to support his friends who trod the boards and call the shots. A retired Engineer, Walt lives with more talented wife, Dawn.
Molly Hare
Tammy
Molly is so excited to return for her eighth show on the Pentacle stage. You may have last seen her in Pentacle’s Shrek the Musical as Teen Fiona or Brighton Beach Memoirs as Nora. She is currently pursuing a degree in Music Education, teaches at her theater camp Backyard Broadway, and sings with her band Molly and the Swingset.
Eva Larson Judine
Eva Larson is going to be a senior at North Salem High School. She is heavily involved in the drama and choir departments at NSHS. At North she's been seen in Freaky Friday, Sense and Sensibility, Tuck Everlasting, Ash Girl, Something Rotten, Failure a Love Story. This fall she'll be president of the Nordic Choir. In her spare time she enjoys coffee, hanging out with friends and listening to music. Eva is excited to make her Pentacle debut!
Michael Louladkis Edna Turnblad
Michael Louladakis is excited to be making his Pentacle Theatre debut. Past credits include The Prophet in Dark Sister and Olin Blitch in Susannah Michael would love to thank his lovely mother and friends for their endless support.
Finn Manning Fender
Finn is the son of the fabulous Jon and Kirsten Manning and a staff member at Children’s Educational Theater. In his free time, Finn enjoys going on adventures with his friends and watching video essays. Finn just graduated from North Salem High School where he was an avid thespian for the past four years. Some of Finn’s favorite past roles include Billy Flynn in Chicago, Nick Bottom in Something Rotten, and Wadsworth in Clue. This is his first show at Pentacle Theatre.
Kirsten Manning
Velma Von Tussle
Kirsten last appeared at Pentacle as Vi Moore in Footloose Her other Pentacle credits include ensemble in Shrek the Musical, Honey Rae/ Donna Jo in Dashing Through the Snow, Donna Sheridan in Mamma Mia, Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, and Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast. She is married to her patient and wickedly-funny husband Jon, who is an expert audience member for the whole family; and she is the mother of the loyal, wise and hilarious Georgia, Finn, and Jasper, and furry children Gus and Sally. When she is not on stage or at rehearsal she is a Program Associate of Elementary Literacy for Salem Keizer Public Schools.
She can also be found tending to her plants, which are slowly taking over the house. Kirsten would like to thank her family for supporting her later-in-life theatre dreams by putting up with her late nights and the sometimes-strange dinner offerings that are thrown together before she leaves for the theatre. She is so happy to be in this cast full of exceptionally talented and kind people, and especially glad that the cast includes her son, Finn. Thank you all for coming to see the show!
Lemon Marin Stooie
Lemon was last seen in Gallery Theatre's Talking With, in Keizer Homegrown Theatre's The Revolutionists or working sound for Pentacle Theatre's The Cake Hairspray is one of her favorite shows and being part of it live is a dream come true!
Olivia McCoy Little Inez
This is Olivia’s first show at Pentacle Theatre. Past theaterrelated experience includes a school production of Mean Girls Jr and as a CET participant. Olivia enjoys singing in choir and playing various instruments. She enjoys nature, running, and is an avid reader. She will be an incoming freshman at South Salem High School this fall.
Laura McDonald Prudy Pingleton/Gym Teacher/ Matron
Laura is thrilled to be back for a second show at Pentacle after ensembling in Big Fish! She played Penny Pingleton back in 2010 and appreciates the full circle moment of playing Penny's mom. Previous mom roles include Diana (Next To Normal), Meredith (Bat Boy), and Donna (Mamma Mia) She is grateful for her friends, family, and many cats for supporting her dreams.
Noah Miller IQ
Noah Miller is an elementary music and voice teacher, as well as a performer in the Salem area. For over a decade, he has actively pursued theatre, dance, and multiple forms of musical performance. You may have seen him recently at Pentacle as Young Edward in Big Fish, or Jeter in Footloose. His other favorite past productions around Oregon have included Cinderella at Broadway Rose Theatre Company (Dance Ensemble), Mamma Mia! at Gallery Theater (Sky), and Little Women (Laurie) at HART.
Noah is also a founding board member of Center Stage Theatrics, a theatre education nonprofit focused on nurturing and developing the artistic talents of young people in Oregon and
beyond. In his free time, he enjoys taking care of his various plants and animals, and spending time with his loved ones. Noah would love to thank his fiancée, Brandon, for always supporting and loving him through all of life’s challenges and triumphs.
Hunter Moate Brad
Hunter is thrilled to be in his 4th Pentacle show! You may have recently seen him as Ensemble in Big Fish or Ren in Footloose!
Hunter is a recent Chemeketa grad who loves to work on game design, music, and is excited be joining the Disney College Program this September!
Myah Nura Ensemble
This is Myah’s first show and she is excited to try something new and fun. “There is nothing better for people to do than to eat, drink, and find satisfaction in their work. I saw that even this comes from the hand of God.” Ecclesiastes 2:24
CAST & CREW
Trevor J. Olson
Link Larkin
Trevor couldn’t be more excited to return to the Pentacle stage as Link Larkin. He recently made his Pentacle debut in the Big Fish ensemble earlier this year. Some of his other notable stage credits over the last 8 years of performing include Barnaby Tucker in Hello, Dolly!, Potts in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, and Les in Newsies all with Salem’s S.K.I.T. Theatre, but can’t forget his 5th grade production of Hairspray Jr. as Corny Collins. Trevor is an incoming transfer student and junior at Corban University this fall, pursuing a degree in Business Leadership and Management, and a minor in Bible. When he isn’t singing in the shower, Trevor enjoys weightlifting and perhaps a warm everything bagel. He is endlessly thankful for the support of the Pentacle creative team and community, as well as his dedicated family and friends who haven’t ever given up on him. Jesus loves you!
Abraham Orozco Ensemble
This is Abraham’s first show with Pentacle Theatre. When not on stage, you can find him working at Bentley’s Coffee Shop. He also enjoys softball, kickball, playing video games, and singing karaoke.
Natalie Pate Gwin
Penny Pingleton
Natalie is ecstatic to join the Hairspray cast and crew for her seventh show at Pentacle Theatre. She previously performed with Pentacle in roles such as young Sandra Templeton in Big Fish, Fiona in Shrek the Musical and Sally Bowles in Cabaret. She was the co-choreographer for last year's production of Footloose. Parts outside Pentacle include Victoria the White Cat in Cats, Winnifred in Once Upon a Mattress, and the title character of Peter Pan By day, Natalie works as a journalist for Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB) and a consultant to Willamette University's student newspaper, The Collegian. By night, she's a published children's book author, voice-over actor and semiprofessional dog snuggler to her adored pitbull mix, Bandit. She is forever grateful to her friends and family for their constant love and support, especially her husband, Josh, who puts up with her silliness — and once even called it endearing.
Mariah Perryman Ensemble
Mariah is incredibly excited to join the Pentacle Theatre family. This is her first show with Pentacle and only the second play she’s ever been in. She played the wicked witch in a
school production of The Wizard of Oz She didn’t have the opportunity to dance in that play, so she is very excited to dance in Hairspray.
Jessica Peterson
Motormouth Maybelle
Jessica is thrilled to make her Pentacle Theatre debut in a role that has long been at the top of her bucket list. Her most recent appearance was with Bag & Baggage in a staged reading of Empty Spaces. Previous credits include standout roles with Enlightened Theatrics in Salem, such as Gary Coleman in Avenue Q and Green Girl in Shout! The Mod Musical Additional credits include Ronette in Little Shop of Horrors at The Elsinore Theater and Jewel in Best Little Whorehouse in Texas as a guest artist with the WOU Theatre Department. Jessica holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Performance from Western Oregon University and an MBA in Business Analytics from Southern Oregon University. She served as Company Manager for the 2024 season at the Tony
Award-winning Williamstown Theatre Festival. Jessica is a founding board member of the Be BLAC Foundation, an organization focused on strengthening the Black community through business, education, youth, and community support. She is passionate about ensuring the next generation has access to the arts. Jessica has worked closely with students at North Salem and McKay High Schools as a Vocal Director, Music Director, and Vocal Coach.
Yaradicxa Ramos Adame
Ensemble/Dance Captain
Yaradicxa is thrilled to have been a part of this beautiful show with Pentacle Theatre! Her favorite memories from the show include meeting new people and sharing her love of dance with everyone. Although this is her first show with Pentacle, she is heavily involved with the Theatre Department at North Salem High School, which she will attend this fall as a Senior.
Scott Ramp
Wilbur Turnblad
Scott returned to the Salem area in 2020 after spending most of the previous 40 years living in Los Angeles. Scott has been seen at Elsinore in A Little Night Music: In Concert, and at Pentacle in It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play. He was last seen as Principal Hawkins in Pentacle’s The Prom. He also directed Terra Nova (2022) and designed the makeup for Shrek the Musical (2023).
Prior to 2020, Scott taught makeup, acting, and directed plays as a faculty member at The American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Hollywood since 1985. He has been the makeup designer at Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Fright Fest event in Los Angeles since 1992. He appeared on Season 5 of the Syfy television series Face/Off. He designed makeup for numerous productions at The Old Globe in San Diego, including the world premiere of Meteor Shower by Steve Martin and Camp David with Richard Thomas.
Scott and his amazing wife, Barbara, celebrated their 40th (!!!) anniversary this May. Scott will be directing the first show of Pentacle’s 2026 Season — Kaufman and Hart’s Pulitzer Prize-winning comedy You Can’t Take It With You and would love to see you all at auditions and/or in the audience!
Eowyn Ridgeway Ensemble
Eowyn has been involved with theater in Salem for the past ten years. She has been in shows with Enlightened Theatrics, Skip, and South Salem High School. Eowyn was inducted into The Thespian Society Troupe 577 just before finishing her senior year.
Kelli Swanson Jaecks Ensemble
Kelli is excited to return to the Pentacle stage with this production and its messages of equality, love and acceptance! She has performed in nearly 20 Pentacle shows and more around the valley. Her most recent credits include The Prom (Mrs. Green), Exit Laughing (Leona), Shrek the Musical, (Witch) and Mama Mia (Tanya) at Pentacle Theatre. Other favorite theatre credits are Much Ado About Nothing (Leonata) with Struts & Frets, and Acts of Creation (Reed) with Theatre 33. Offstage, Kelli enjoys Intimacy Directing and proudly serves on the Pentacle Board. A few of her favorite things outside of theater are travelling, scuba diving and laughing with friends. Many thanks to the cast and crew of this fun and culturally important production! “You can’t stop the Beat!”
Eliza Tooley
Lou Ann
Eliza Tooley (she/her) is a young performer who’s been lucky to explore a variety of roles on stage. She appeared as Amaryllis in The Music Man (Keizer Homegrown Theatre, 2022), Young Anna in Frozen Jr. (Sprague High School, 2023), and joined the teen ensemble in Footloose the Musical (Pentacle Theatre, 2024). She studies many forms of dance at City Dance Theatre and works on vocal performance with the incredible Kara Quello. Whether it’s learning harmonies or keeping jazz hands in sync, Eliza enjoys every part of the rehearsal process and the chance to grow with each production. Offstage, she’s usually humming a show tune, choreographing in the kitchen, or finding creative ways to turn everyday life into a musical—just for fun (and occasionally for dramatic effect).
Noah Vanderburgh
Corny Collins
This is Noah’s fifth show at Pentacle, with previous credits as Zacky Price in Big Fish, Cowboy Bob in Footloose, Sheldon in The Prom, and the Mad Hatter in Shrek the Musical. When he’s not on stage serving up a heaping platter of razzle and dazzle, you can find him working as a production
engineer in Corvallis. You can also often find him at home enjoying a nice iced coffee with his amazing wife/bestie Molly, and their two tabby cats: Henry and Jamie.
Amelia Woolsey
Brenda Amelia is a sophomore at Willamette University, where she majors in Civic Communication & Media Studies, minors in Arts, Technology, & Multimedia, and is a member of the university Chamber Choir. Amelia is a former Children’s Educational Theatre student and Teaching Assistant, having spent her last ten summers there. Hairspray is Amelia’s second Pentacle production, her first being Seussical: The Musical! in 2017, alongside her dad and her identical twin sister. Amelia is a graduate and thespian of Dallas High School, where some of her favorite roles include: Elizabeth Bennet (Pride & Prejudice), Cinderella (Cinderella), Dorothy (The Wizard of Oz), and Ma (The Storm in the Barn). Amelia has also had the opportunity to perform at the 2023 Oregon Thespian State Conference in her troupe’s Mainstage Showcase production of The Yellow Boat, and with the Youth Ensemble at Struts & Frets Theatre Company. Amelia is so excited to be a part of this production!
Grant Grover Drummer
Grant Grover is 16 years old and has been playing drums since the age of four. He began with rock and metal music before expanding into other genres over time. He performed in his high school’s pit orchestra for Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief, and this marks his first production with Pentacle Theatre. Outside of theater, Grant has spent the past nine years performing with RiverCity Rockstar Academy, playing at a variety of venues including at the Waterfront Blues Festival in Portland, Oregon.
Sophie Kasner Keyboard 2
Sophie Kasner began playing flute in the fifth grade and piano two years later. Before graduating as part of the South Salem class of 2025, she was involved in high school wind ensemble, marching band, jazz band, symphony orchestra and rock band. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s in Music Education at the University of Oregon.
Kat Kem Reed 2
Kat has been a local music educator and performer for more than 20 years. Her primary instrument is clarinet, but she loves to perform on all woodwind instruments and has even played percussion a few times. Kat serves as the Music and Drama program associate in Salem-Keizer where she gets to support students and teachers every day. She is super thankful for her husband and their three kids for giving her the time to perform in pit orchestras—one of her absolute favorite things to do!
Jacob Mielke Bass
Born in 2007 to Karl and Jessica Mielke along with his siblings Ava and Finn. Jacob first started playing bass his freshman year of high school. Since then Jacob has been playing all sorts of different types of music including: jazz, rock, and classical in order to vary his portfolio in his musical journey. Jacob is currently a member of the RiverCity Royals and is enrolled at U of O for fall of 2025, entering into the music theory program.
Robert Rice Guitar
Robert Rice discovered his passion for music at the age of seven with his first clarinet. Classically trained through middle and high school, Robert pursued jazz studies, which introduced him to a broad spectrum of musical styles. In college, he explored big band jazz and Latin music, performing with the Orquestra Brasil. Robert has been a local performing musician for over 20 years and his current project outside of Hairspray is with the band Boundless Joy.
Mid-Valley Theatre Network is an alliance of theatre organizations with the mission of supporting, promoting, and uniting theatre communities in and around the Mid-Willamette Valley
Hairspray marks the first Pentacle production to receive funding through a new endowment recently established through the generosity of the Brown-Jolivette family. Appropriately called Stage4All, this endowment, according to its Pentacle charter, is designed to “provide opportunities for the stories of underrepresented minorities and marginalized people to be heard and celebrated onstage to enrich performing arts in the Salem area and foster an inclusive and empathetic community.” These are truly impressive goals and Hairspray, with its themes relating to race and diversity, is an appropriate first recipient.
The Brown-Jolivette Endowment and its associated Stage4All account have been initially funded with just over $11,000 in contributions, with a goal of reaching a threshold amount of $25,000. At that point, each year a production or special project that embraces the Endowment’s goals would be designated to receive some allotment of funding. Pentacle’s Governing Board of Directors would be charged with taking into consideration possible productions that qualify as promoting inclusivity and diversity in casting and subject matter.
If you are inspired to support this endeavor, visit the Pentacle Theatre web page (https:// pentacletheatre.org) and click on the “One Time Donations” tab at the top of the page. You will arrive at a screen where contributions can be made to the Brown-Jolivette Stage4All Endowment Fund.
Pentacle’s Governing Board is excited to see how the establishment of this endowment will have a positive impact on the diversity reflected in the shows we place on our season as well as the audiences who will benefit from seeing them!
Ken Hermens President
UPCOMING AUDITIONS
Outlaws, and Other People (That Should be Shot)
Auditions: 1 to 5 p.m. August 23
Show Dates: Nov 21-Dec 13
VISION STATEMENT
In our continuing quest for excellence, Pentacle Theatre seeks to be a significant cultural resource for the Salem area, while providing our volunteers the opportunity for personal growth and achievement in an atmosphere of mutual respect, support, and enjoyment.
ADVERTISING
Advertise in Pentacle Theatre programs; all proceeds will support the continuation of printed programs. Contact the office for more information. Call 503-485-4300, or email executive_director@pentacletheatre.org for more information.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets for upcoming productions are available online at pentacletheatre.org, in person at the box office (197 Liberty St. SE, Salem), or by phone 503-485-4300. Box office hours are Wednesday through Sunday, 11am – 5pm.
CONCESSIONS
Concessions are available in the lobby. Wine and beer can be purchased along with an assortment of other beverages and brought with you to enjoy during the show. Food is not permitted in the auditorium. Purchase a souvenir cup and receive $1 off your next drink.
NO LATE SEATING
Once the production begins, the theater doors will be closed for further seating. If you arrive after the doors have been closed, you are welcome to view the production on the monitors in the lobby downstairs.
If you need to leave the theater during the performance, you can view the production on the monitors in the downstairs lobby, and catch up with your party when they exit at the end of the show.
SMOKING
Smoking is allowed only in the designated area outside the lobby.
NO RECORDING DEVICES
Cameras (with or without flash) and recording devices are strictly prohibited. Please turn off cell phones during the performance.
HOW TO REACH US
Pentacle Theatre office: 503-485-4300.
Box office hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 11am – 5pm.
Online at: www.pentacletheatre.org.
MANY, MANY THANKS…
To our ushers. Pentacle Theatre could not be successful without the continued and dedicated help of our community.
PENTACLE THEATRE GOVERNING BOARD
Pentacle Theatre is an established not-forprofit theater company, providing a sevenplay season. A nine-member governing board assisted by committee chairpersons and countless other volunteers run the theater. Membership is open to all.
2025 GOVERNING BOARD AND STAFF
President ........................................................ Ken Hermens
Vice President ................................................... Katie Lindbeck
Secretary .......................................................... Mat Genuser
Treasurer ...................................................... Anthony Barghini
Members-at-Large ................................ Jennifer Killikelly, Fawnia Oblack, Kelli Swanson, Heather Toller, Noah Vanderburgh
Executive Director ................................................. Steven Trahan
Technical Director ................................................. Chris Benham
Box Office Manager ....................................... Kimberly Houser Taylor
Bookkeeper .................................................... Christie L. Smith
Ticket sales alone do not cover the cost of our productions. Your membership and donations help make this theater possible. Thank you! This list represents gifts between August 1, 2024 and July 31, 2025.
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER ($2,000+)
Barbara & Bruce W. Thompson
The Lulay Group
Beverly & Michael Carrick
Robin Bower
Lizabeth Ann Rogers
Katie Lindbeck
Oregon Arts Commission
Barbara & Bruce Thompson
Candia Brown
Fred W. Fields Fund of Oregon Community Foundation
Jeff Witt & Jon Stuber
Dr. Maurice & Debra Collada
Dan McGuinness
Scott & Lisa Closner
Joan & Jim Witt
Beverly Freitas
Erin Molyneaux
Lisa & Marty Johnson
Patricia Wickum
Leslie & Bill Glassmire
Jennifer Martinak
Dr. David Hackleman
Sandy Trahan
PRODUCER ($1,000+)
Freemanity
Boons Treasury
Keudell/Morrison Wealth
Management
Linda & Joe Hillesum
Eden Rose Brown
Beverly Lynn Freitas
Steven Wollenburg
Dennis McIntire
Sherry & Alan Bennett
Al & Carole McCann
Alan Malone
Betsy & Richard Scott
Beverly A. North
Katie & Laslo Kolta
Kim Harroun
Mr and Mrs Robert Hill
Pamela Abernethy
Rus McCracken
Springwater Foundation
Steven Caldwell
Willamette Legacy Law
DIRECTOR ($500+)
Mary & Larry Krumdieck
Jody & Mark Gordon
Louise Larsen Fund of Oregon Community Foundation
Chris Fletcher & Pamela Abernethy
Mike Cechovic & Diane Highberger
Patrick Moser
Jo Dodge
Lois Hanson
Bob & Marypat Hill Family Fund
Kelli Swanson
Gloria & Arthur Hill
Sally & Ray Hollemon
Herb & Connie Sims
Pat & Janice Gorham
Dick Day
Sherry Collins
Norma Jean Standlea & Hank Keeton
Dell & Rich Ford
Grover Carter
Jack Haggard, In honor of Sheila Baker
Jean M. Linck & Forrest A. Colling
Jill Sorensen
Joan Robinson
John A. Stevens
Kathy D. Saviers
Laurene & Roger Brousseau
Logan Houser
Matt Benjamin, in memory of Lyndsey Houser
Oddny & Brad Everson
Penny Blackwell
Phyllis Bond
Rosanne Richard
Sandra Hadley-White
Steven Barlow
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ($250+)
Debbie & Mike Neel
Standard Insurance
Susan & Richard Ray
Mary Ann Black
Albert & Ginny Furtwangler
Lynelle Littke
Lynn & Sherril Hurt
Paula Hartwig
Suzanne Cox
Anon Anonymous
Thomas & Fawnia C. Oblack
John William Burke
Lois & Dale Derouin
Jo Rita Gann
Kate Bushman
Edna & Richard Anderson
Ellen Langsather
Jim & Rhonda Lyn Thompson
Susanna Rose
Jamie Howe
Judith Morris
Pentacle Theatre would not be possible without the support of the following grantors: Fred W. Fields Fund of
Rachel McMillen Pratt
Joyce & Mark Eklund
Nancy Moen
Eddie Willits
A & V Bourdeau
Bobbie Clyde
Bonnie Heppner
Bryan Cruz Gonzalez
Carol Kay Riedl
Cherie & Craig Cline
Dennis & Barbara Curtin Miles
Evelyn M. Pech
Evelyn Pech
Greg & Donna Burgess
Lillis Larson
Lucy Jolivette, In honor of Mr. Henry Lee Brown
Merry Davidson
Olivia Jolivette, In memory of Mrs. Versie Lee Brown
Paul & Tracey Saucy
Penny & Bill Wylie
Valorie A. Freeman
Virginia & Alex Bourdeau
LEADING ACTOR ($100+)
Paul Kyllo
Dean and Beth Vargas Duncan
Christie L. Smith & Dr. Robert Greybeck
Heather & Bryan Toller
Joanna & Ronald Stout
Jill M. Sorensen
Franca Hernandez
Ann Scheppke
Brigitte Rolph
Ellen Kacmarynski
In Memory of Kay Cogswell
Jackie & Al Pierce
Jane Roberts
Kathy Dalton
Lana & John Radosta
Laurel & Hinrich Muller
Lisa Godwin & Rick Segal
Mike Cechovic
Pam & Roger Elliott
Patricia Ehrlich & James Willhite
Paul Andrews
Paul D. Andrews
Ruth & Roger Monette
Ruthie Murphy
Sandy & Gary Onstot
Robynn & John L. Hayek
Jeanne & Bill Dalton
Chris & Karen McCarty
David R. Ballantyne
Edna Denton & Carel Dewinkel
Leora Berger
Pauli Long
Kristen Behlings
Beth Nevue
Karen Houle
Kay & Scott Reichlin
Liz & Don Oswalt
Michael & Susan DeLaune
Tom Hewitt
Marlene Buker
Kara Quello & Karl Anderson
Kenn & Nancy Battaile
Omar D. Quintero & Ginger McCall, in Memory of Evi Quintero-McCall
Sherry & Terry L. Lowells
Vanessa Nordyke
Linda Ann Lockwood
Paula Esselstrom Morin
Standard Insurance Company
Susan & Toru E. Tanabe
James Snyder
Walt Haight & Dawn GraffHaight
Carol Coley & Ron Boucher
Art & Mary M. James
Becky Benton
Beverley Ward
Bobbie Dolp
Cathleen Hockman-Wert
Cec Koontz
Cheryl Randall
Dan and Kelly Herb, In honor of Sheila Harrison
David Kuhns
Debra Baughman
Diane McLin & David Smedema
Elly & George Love
Erik And Laura Davis
Gail & Roland Isaac
Greg Fred Nicholson
Gregg Merrill
Helen Griffin
Jo Johnson
Jolae & Russell Reed
Jude & Gary Mollgaard
Karen & Russ Elliott
Kelley Canales
Lauren Saucy
Leona Hempel
Lizabeth Rogers
Lynda & Marvin Sloan
Lyndsey & Jerry Houser
Maureen Mould
Mel Mogster
Michael Demuth Rohwer
Nancy Hull
Rev. Karen Crooch & Hayward Reed
Robert Terhune
Sue Abbott
Susan Elliott
Susan F. Christensen
In addition to these donors, Pentacle Theatre would like to recognize the many unlisted contributors who have given up to $100; thank you for your support!
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Leave a Legacy — Make a charitable bequest to Pentacle Theatre in your will. Learn more at pentacletheatre.org/support/leave-a-legacy/
