DEAR FRIENDS Welcome
Thank you for choosing to see a performance at Playhouse Square. We encourage you take in the historic beauty of our theaters and the bright lights of Euclid Avenue while you’re here. Our staff and RedCoat volunteers are ready to make your visit as memorable and enjoyable as possible.
Playhouse Square was saved by the community for the community, and we are proud to be the stewards of the legacy left to us by previous generations — now one of Cleveland’s brightest cultural gems. Our not-for-profit mission charges us to go beyond simply maintaining these incredible venues.
Every day we work to present a diverse offering of quality performances — Broadway, concerts, comedy, dance, film, family shows and more. We support arts education through a variety of programs that take place in the classroom, online and here at Playhouse Square. We lead a vibrant downtown destination that generates an annual economic impact exceeding $359 million for the region. Equally important are your experience and the memories you take with you.
This season we proudly opened three national Broadway tours and next season we will open two, all made possible by Ohio’s theater tax credit, the talented crew and staff here at Playhouse Square, and you, our enthusiastic audiences. We invite you to consider joining our community of season tickets holders for the 2026-27 KeyBank Broadway Series. If you are already a season ticket holder, we thank you and hope you are as excited for next season as we are! Now, settle into your seat, leave the world outside for a little while and let yourself become absorbed in the magic of the story on stage before you.
With best wishes,
Craig Hassall AM President & CEO
Brent Ballard Chair, Board of Trustees
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SPOTLIGHT ON News
TWO BELOVED TITLES CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARIES ON BROADWAY
Broadway marked two major milestones in March as both Disney’s Aladdin and The Book of Mormon celebrated landmark anniversaries. Aladdin commemorated its 12th anniversary at the New Amsterdam Theatre on March 20, playing its 4,349th performance and welcoming more than 7.2 million audience members since opening in 2014. Aladdin is the 14th longest-running show in Broadway history and one of the highest-grossing productions of the past decade. One night earlier, on March 19, The Book of Mormon celebrated 15 years at the Eugene O’Neill Theatre, continuing its run as the longest-running show in that theatre’s history and the 10th longest-running musical on Broadway. The event was commemorated with special surprises at curtain call and announcements of upcoming anniversary performances featuring original cast members later this season.
COMING SOON TO YOUR LIVING ROOM
Netflix is continuing to expand its slate of filmed theater with two high-profile Broadway captures. The Tony Award-winning revival of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth’s Merrily We Roll Along — starring Jonathan Groff, Daniel Radcliffe, and Lindsay Mendez and directed by Maria Friedman — was released on April 4, following its limited theatrical release and record breaking Broadway run at the Hudson Theatre, where it won Best Revival of a Musical and acting Tonys for Groff and Radcliffe. Meanwhile, performances of the prequel play Stranger Things: The First Shadow were canceled for a week in February to accommodate a live shot with the original Broadway company, led by Louis McCartney as Henry Creel. The release date for Stranger Things: The First Shadow on Netflix (who is also a producer on the Broadway play) has yet to be announced.
ANN-MARGARET TO RECEIVE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
Stage and screen legend Ann-Margret will receive the 2026 Chita Rivera Awards Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring her six-decade career and enduring impact on dance across film, television, and the stage. The celebration will take place May 18 at NYU’s Skirball Center, as part of the annual ceremony benefiting the NYC Dance Alliance Foundation. Best known to theater audiences for her breakout turn in the film version of Bye Bye Birdie, Ann-Margret’s body of work bridges Hollywood and musical theater, with notable performances in Tommy, State Fair, Newsies, and the national tour of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, along with Emmy-winning dramatic work on television.
DON’T MISS BROADWAY’S BIGGEST NIGHT
Broadway’s biggest stars will gather at Radio City Music Hall on Sunday, June 7, for the 79th annual Tony Awards. The ceremony will be broadcast live coast to coast on CBS from 8–11 p.m. ET, with streaming available on Paramount+ and on-demand viewing for select subscribers the following day. Nominees will be announced on May 5.
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SPOTLIGHT ON
The District
SOMETHING BREWING IN THE PSQ DISTRICT
Lionheart Coffee, owned by Hangry Brands, is expanding to the Playhouse Square District and will open Lionheart Reserve at the corner of Euclid Ave. and East 14 St (1400 Euclid Ave.). The new location will have all of the offerings that guests love at the Gateway District location, but the PSQ District shop will be a stepped-up coffee experience that complements the iconic designs and buildings of Playhouse Square. “We are thrilled to welcome a local champion in the form of Hangry Brands to the Playhouse Square District,” said Craig Hassall, Playhouse Square President & CEO. “As a personal fan of Lionheart Coffee, I am so pleased to see this wonderful addition to our portfolio for residents and visitors alike. Lionheart Coffee will also support our ongoing ambition to take the magic of Playhouse Square beyond the stage.” Lionheart Reserve is set to open in late 2026.
FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK
Looking to enjoy a meal or drink at a restaurant before a show? Perhaps, learn more about special events in the theater district? Be sure to follow our new Facebook page at facebook.com/psqdistrict to stay up-to-date on what’s happening in the neighborhood! From behindthe-scenes videos at different venues to photos of our dazzling chandelier, presented GE Lighting, a Savant company, and exciting giveaways, our @PSQDistrict Facebook, Instagram and X pages are here to help guide guests as they explore the area of 14th and Euclid. We also encourage visitors to tag their photos with @PSQDistrict to share their experience with family and friends.
SHARE YOUR LOVE FOR PLAYHOUSE SQUARE
Ohio residents can show their passion for Playhouse Square as they hit the road with the new Playhouse Square organizational license plate. All Ohio motorists are eligible to purchase the specialty license plate which features the Playhouse Square burgundy logo. For more information and pricing, please visit bmv.ohio.gov or your local BMV Deputy Registrar License Agency. A portion of the proceeds from these license plates go back to Playhouse Square.
PSPOTLIGHT ON
The Dazzle Awards
layhouse Square is committed to providing quality arts learning opportunities to enrich the lives of students, families, teachers and adults. The 2026 Playhouse Square Dazzle Awards, presented by Pat & John Chapman, recognizes excellence in Northeast Ohio high school musical theater programs and celebrates the achievement of students in the performing arts. We have served more than 18,000 students in the program since it was started.
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Our goal for the Dazzle Challenge is to raise $25,000 by June 30 to help the program grow and thrive. Help support these students and take the Dazzle Challenge! Your donation supports:
44 participating schools
2,000+ participating students
Five Triple-threat Series Classes
Three Tech & Design Series Classes
Three Music Series Classes
Two College Prep Webinar Series Classes
Four Audition Workshops
Technical Apprenticeship for up to three students
Student Reporter Program with four students
Two Student Reporter Classes
Musical Apprenticeship for up to five students
An additional generous contribution will be made by long time Trustee John Chapman and his wife Pat, who are committed to helping provide inspiring and engaging opportunities through the arts.
Visit playhousesquare.org/dazzlechallenge or scan the QR code to give now.
Officers
Chair
TRUSTEES Playhouse Square
Brent D. Ballard*
President & CEO
Craig Hassall AM*
Vice Chair, Brand & Marketing
Andrea Hogben*
Vice Chair, Engagement
Rick Buoncore*
Vice Chair, Education
Bob Helmer*
Vice Chair, Finance
Mark D. Ross*
Vice Chair, Governance & Nominating
Amy G. Brady*
Vice Chair, Government Affairs
Paul J. Dolan*
Vice Chair, Real Estate Development
Teresa Metcalf Beasley*
Secretary/Treasurer
Heather Lennox*
Terry Adelman
Thomas W. Adler*
Himanshu Amin
Steven M. Auvil
Michael Baston
Gina Beredo
Jodi Berg
Laura Bloomberg
Jim Boland
Paul Carleton
Scott Chaikin*
John G. Chapman, Sr.*
Bill Cosgrove
James Graham
Lawrence H. Hatch
J. David Heller
Jason Hillman
David Jacobs*
Louis G. Joseph
Patrice (Patsy) Kouvas
Edward J. Largent
Todd Leombruno
Joe Matuszewski
Heath Monesmith
Beth Mooney*
Jon H. Outcalt*
Patrick M. Pastore
James A. Ratner*
Neal R. Restivo
Luci Schey
William R. Seelbach
David B. Sewell
Doug Spiker
Sara Ellen Stashower
Duncan Stuart
J.D. Sullivan, Jr.
Alex Szilvas
Kurt C. Treu
Leila L. Vespoli
Tracy Vigh
Molly Walsh
Neil C. Weinberger
Denise G. Wells
Debra A. Wert
Trustee for Life
Warren Anderson
William B. Lawrence
James R. Pender
K.K. Sullivan
Lawrence J. Wilker
National Trustee
Thomas C. Stevens
Chairs Emeritus
Oliver C. Henkel, Jr.‡
John F. Lewis‡
Julien L. McCall‡
Forrest D. Hayes‡
Glenn R. Brown‡
Jon H. Outcalt
Henry F. Eaton‡
K.K. Sullivan
Thomas W. Adler
Thomas C. Stevens
David S. Goodman
James Ratner
Amy G. Brady
*Executive Committee ‡Deceased as of 3/6/26
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GIVING BACK to Playhouse Square
Playhouse Square brings the arts to everyone — but we can’t do it alone. As a nonprofit, we rely on generous support from individuals, foundations and corporations. Help us inspire, educate and connect the community. Donate today through one of our giving programs.
Individuals who support Playhouse Square with an annual gift of $50 or more receive exclusive benefits that enhance their theater experience, including pre-sale access, reserved seating and more.
CONTACT: Mary Winchester, 216-640-8412; playhousesquare.org/donorcircle
Businesses can make a lasting impact through the Corporate Donor Circle, gaining valuable benefits while enhancing visibility and building stronger community connections.
CONTACT: Sarah Stengel, 216-640-8408; playhousesquare.org/corporatedonorcircle
2025-26 Partners Co-Chairs: Maria O’Neill & Jeremiah Guappone
Playhouse Square’s official young professionals group for those in their 20s and 30s, the mission of Partners is to cultivate a vibrant community of emerging leaders who celebrate the arts and dedicate their talents to Playhouse Square.
CONTACT: Katie Remark, 216-640-8721; playhousesquare.org/partners
Connect, inspire and make an impact. Join Leading Ladies — a vibrant network of women who champion the arts and shape the future of Playhouse Square through philanthropy, friendship and unforgettable experiences.
CONTACT: Leanne Dewyer, 216-640-8411; playhousesquare.org/leadingladies
Open. Unique. Together. OUT at Playhouse Square unites LGBTQ+ individuals and allies through a shared love of live theater. This vibrant community enjoys exclusive events, meaningful connections and opportunities to support and celebrate the arts together.
CONTACT: Jason Brown, 216-238-4910; playhousesquare.org/OUT
The Legacy Circle celebrates those who include Playhouse Square in their estate plans, helping to sustain the arts for future generations. Members are recognized for their generosity and commitment to world-class performances, education and community programs. It’s a lasting way to support what you love.
CONTACT: Leanne Dewyer, 216-640-8411; playhousesquare.org/legacycircle
Donating to the Playhouse Square Education Fund supports high-quality programs, workshops and field trips that are accessible to participants at low or no cost. These initiatives foster creativity and a lifelong appreciation of the arts. Give a one-time donation or join the HEART Circle to provide ongoing support with a monthly donation.
CONTACT: Victoria Gray, 216-640-8417; playhousesquare.org/educationfund
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DIAMOND LEVEL and Beth Mooney
Terry & Sheldon Adelman
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Steve & Ann Pigoni
AJ & Nancy Stokes
PLATINUM LEVEL
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PRINT & DESIGN SPONSORS
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Heather Moore & Jim Brown • James & Susan Ratner
Stewart Kohl • Don & Cathy Sinko
Stephenie & Doug Spiker • Kathryn & Duncan Stuart
Gina M. Vernaci & William D. Hilyard
GOLD LEVEL
Tom & Joanie Adler • The Brewer-Garrett Company
Calfee & Halter & Griswold LLP • Cleveland-Cliffs Comfort Control System
Corinne L. Dodero Foundation for the Arts & Sciences
Irving & Gloria Fine Foundation • IBM
Mike & Diane Kennedy • Stewart Kohl
Liberty Development Company • Bill & Joyce Litzler
Jane & Jon Outcalt • PwC • Anita Scanlon
David & Kim Sewell • Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Siracusa
Dan & Molly Walsh • Debra & James Wert
SILVER LEVEL
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Cleveland Guardians • Covia Holdings LLC
Jerry & Charlotte Eccher • Ernst & Young
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Dave & Brenda Jacobs • John G. Johnson Construction
Jones Day • KPMG LLP • Douglas Martin
Ken & Sharon Mountcastle • Parker Hannifin
Ritenour Group • Roetzel & Andress LLP • Mark Ross
Lori & Paul Rupert • Diana & Steve Strongosky
K.K. & Joe Sullivan • Tata Consultancy Services
Kurt Treu • Union Home Mortgage
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AS OF NOVEMBER 4, 2025
Playhouse Square Donor Recognition
With sincere gratitude, we recognize the following individuals, organizations, and foundations who have provided generous support at the Gold Founder level or higher to Playhouse Square through an annual gift. Listing current as of 3/6/26.
Individuals & Foundations
President
($50,000 and higher)
Patricia & John Chapman
Cuyahoga Arts & Culture
Kulas Foundation
John P. Murphy Foundation
Ohio Arts Council
The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation - Bruce & Ellen Mavec
Director
($25,000-$49,999)
Sheldon & Terry Adelman
Joanie & Tom Adler
The Buoncore Family
George W. Codrington Charitable Foundation
Paula & Bill Cosgrove
Corinne L. Dodero Foundation for the Arts & Sciences
Educational Foundation of America
Michael Frank & Patricia Snyder‡
David & Robin Gunning
Dave & Brenda Jacobs
Martha Holden Jennings Foundation
Junior League of Cleveland’s Children’s Theatre Endowment Fund
William B. & Mary
Margaret Lawrence
Todd & Jen Leombruno
Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Litzler
Beth E. Mooney
Michael Olah & Kelly Masarik
Jane & Jon Outcalt
Kathy & Jim Pender and the Michael Pender Fund
James & Susan Ratner
Mark & Shelly Saltzman
The Ralph & Lucille Schey Foundation
Kimberley & David Sewell
Kevin & Kristen Stein
The Veale Foundation
Tony & Leila Vespoli
Producer
($15,000-$24,999)
The Abington Foundation
Himanshu & Leslie Amin
The Warren Anderson Family
Brent & Ann Ballard
Gina & Cip Beredo
Jodi Berg
Amy & Stan‡ Brady
Dr. John F. Burke, Jr. &
Judge Nancy Fuerst
Jim & Mary Conway
Natalie & Paul Cooper
The Dalrymple Family
Robert A. & Joan P. Ellis
Lou, Ann, & Damon Frangos
Connie Frankino
James Graham & David Dusek
Rochelle & Harley Gross
Donald & Nancy‡ Hansen
Hodgson Family Foundation
Andrea Hogben
Paul & Jody Kiebler
Patrice Kouvas
Rich & Stacey Kyle
Edward & Jacque Largent
Bill & Joyce Litzler
John & Mary Ann
Mastrantoni
Dennis & Tammy Matecun
Jim & Amy Merlino
Karen & Dan Moon
National Endowment for the Arts
James A. Nelson Fund for Theatre in Cleveland
Parkinson’s Foundation
The Perkins Charitable Foundation
Ann & Steven Pigoni
James & Julie Pooler
Douglas & Stephenie Spiker
Tom & Chris Stevens
Kathryn & Duncan Stuart
J.D. & Catherine
Sullivan**
Kurt Conrad Treu
Mrs. Karen Walburn
Neil C. Weinberger**
Aaron & Whitney
Weisenberg
Denise G. & Norman E.
Wells, Jr.
Thomas H. White Foundation
Platinum Founder ($10,000-$14,999)
Anonymous (1)
Steven & Elise Auvil
Ken & Liz Babby
Dr. Michael & Mrs. Tasha
Baston
Teresa Metcalf Beasley
Faris Beeler
Lindsey, Luke & Thatcher
Beffa
Fred & Mary Behm
Laura & Jon Bloomberg
Jim & Mallie Boland
Dwight Bowden
Eva L. & Joseph M.
Bruening Foundation
Paul & Sherry Carleton
Scott Chaikin & Mary Beth Cooper
Rick & Sheila Chiricosta
Christopher & Sara Connor
David Coury & Shelly Grisik
Ann & Terry Coyne Family Foundation
Donald J. & Mary Jo Dailey
The Dolan Family
Beth Dozoretz
Irving & Gloria Fine Foundation
The Char & Chuck Fowler
Family Foundation
M.C. Fraser & James J. Rowell
Freeman Foundation
Patricia A. Gaul
Thomas & Jan Hablitzel
Craig Hassall AM
Linda & Lawrence Hatch**
J. David & Becky Heller
Bob & Linda Helmer
Helpful Bulldogge Fund
Mr. & Mrs. James & Christine Herrick
Jason & Meredith Hillman
Richard Horvitz & Erica
Hartman Horvitz
George M. & Pamela S. Humphrey Fund
Bruce & Donna Jackson
Nathan & Katie Kelly
Mr. & Mrs. Michael A. Keresman
Joe & Calli Kohmann
The Koppelman-GoldsteinRobbins Family
Loretta Krejci
Lakeside Foundation
The Lariccia Family
Ronald Ledin
Heather Lennox & Douglas Krause
Edith Lerner
David & Carolyn Lincoln
The Lozick Foundation
David Maltz
Vandy L. Mathews
Joe & Nathan Matuszewski
Douglas & Charlotte‡ McGregor
Laura Milgram
Heath & Kimberly
Monesmith
Heather Moore & Jim Brown
The Murch Foundation
Patricia Perry Nock
The O’Neill Brothers Foundation
Susan & John Onysko
Katie & Ken Outcalt
Edda & Terry Owen
Pat & Julie Pastore
Louis B. & Joan M. Perry
Family Foundation
Michael & Melanie Petras
Anne Pombier & Sandra Carlson
Esther & Hyman Rapport
Philanthropic Trust
Weslie & Neal Restivo
Risser Family Foundation
Ken & Amy Rogat
Carol & Walt Rosebrough
Mark D. Ross
Norman & Elisabeth Ryan
John & Ann Scanniello
Rick & Cheryl Schmitz
William & Nancy Seelbach
Agnes Sojka
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen‡ H. Spaeth
Lauren & Steve Spilman
Pat & Alan Spitzer
AJ & Nancy Stokes
K.K. & Joe Sullivan
Daniel & Mary Jo Sustar
Jason Sustar*
Tom & Cindi Sustersic
Alex Szilvas & Dr. Laurie Sadler
Eca & Rick Taylor
Tracy & Nicole Vigh**
Daniel & Molly Walsh
Randall & Andrew
Watterson
Bill & Gia Weisberg
Debbie & Jim Wert
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Wilson
Bill Winans
The Wright Foundation
The Zaim Family
Sustaining Founder
($6,000-$9,999)
Anonymous (5)
John & Diane Andrica
Dr. & Mrs. Mark Angel
Scott & Jackie Arbogast
Chris & Karen Bailo
Daniel & Deborah Bandi
Greg & Jenny Barrett
Michael Baruschke & Denise C. Huck**
Amy Benedict
The Bicknell Fund
Ken Birch & Trina Evans
Marilyn & Larry Blaustein
Gayle & Larry Boron
Heather & Steve Bossin
Suzanne & Akram Boutros
Elena Brown
Anne Burr
Vincent C. Campanella
Chris Caputo
David & Jennifer Carter
Maria Cashy
Ella, Alyssa & Cheryl Cervar**
Jared & Linda Chaney
Christopher & Beth
Chizmar
Bill & Cathy Christopher
Mr. & Mrs. Robert T.
Clutterbuck
Laura & Ron Coill
Mr. & Mrs.‡ William E.
Conway
Christopher & Ludy Cook
Dan & Darlene Crudele
Scott & Judi Dalton
Marisa Darden
Lori & Mark Davis
Sheila Delzani
Daniel & Bridget DeMonica
Veronica & Jesse Dickerson
Marc & Gwenael Divis
Jason & Jennifer Drasner
Rebecca Dunn
Teri & Paul Eberl
Beverly & Stuart Eisner
Dr. & Mrs. Brad Evans
Joseph Farkas
Mr. Michael &
Dr. Elizabeth Ferguson
Joseph Ferritto
Beverly Fittipaldo
Barbara & Howard
Fleischmann
The Fortney Family Foundation
The Harry K. & Emma R.
Fox Charitable Foundation
Barbara & Fred Fruscella
Mrs. Barbara Galvin
joan m. gelb
Nancy & James Goldsmith
David & Julie Greene
Gries Family Foundation
James Griffiths
Jerry & Rose Grisko
The Gunyula Family
Greg Haas
Kathleen E. Hancock
Daniel Harrington
Beth & Geoff Hauck
Matt & JoAnne Hayward
David & Lynn Heiman
Mrs. Lynn Heisler
Robert Herak
Mary Herrick
Jean & Richard Hipple
Michael & Jane Horvitz
Valerie A. Hughes
Bruce & Debbie Jarosz
David Jarus & Karen Schuele
Margy Judd**
Elizabeth Jukic
In Memory of Jean & Walter Kalberer
Aaron & Mara Kamat
Andrew & Katherine Kartalis
Josh & Nicky Kaufman
Danny Kelly
Leonard Kichler & Debbie Garson
Ann & Barry Klein
Howard & Susan Knicely
Edward & Julia Knotek
Jeffrey C. Knox & Lora Lewis
Alex I.‡ & Donna M. Koler
Angela & Christopher Kovacs
Terry Kovel
Janet L. Kramer
Charles & Carleen Kruger
Tom & Kristi Kuhnle
Tony & Maria Landl
Paul Lang &
Stephanie Wolfe
Mary Lynn & Gary Laughlin
Steffen & Paige Lauster
Leiken Family Foundation
Dean & Lynda Leonakis
Cathy & John‡ Lewis
Paul Lincoln &
Kathy Toderick
Joseph & Kim Little
David Logsdon
Mark & Shannon London
Kenneth & Anne Love
Jay & Lanee Lucarelli
Karen & Antonio Marallo
Randall & Katy Marcus
Marcia & Andrew
Margolius
Aaron & Stacy Marinelli
Michael & Marietta
Marquart
Joseph & Joyce Marquette
Halle & Greg Martin
Bob & Jill Mayer
Reese & Nora Mayer
Ruth & Doug Mayers
Harry & Debbie McDonald Family
Dan & Amy McKenna
Beth & Scott McMillen
Megan Lum Mehalko
Michener/Reed Family
Aaron Millikin & Anastasia Ryckman
Drs. Jeffrey & Kimberly
Monteith
Kurt Moskal
Ronna Murray
Robert Myers
Steven & Kimberly Myers
Larrie & Amy Nadler
David & Ellen Nager
Deborah L. Neale
Steele Nowlin & Christine Jayjack
Bob & Ann O’Brien
Alexander & Jennifer Ogan
William J. & Katherine T. O’Neill
Jon & Robin Outcalt
Mr. & Mrs. Leonard W.
Pagon
John & Terri Parker
Dr. Lydia Parker
Dr. Stephan Parker
Scott & Judy Pendergast
Doug Perkowski
Dr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Ponsky and Zac & Taryn Ponsky
Susan & Robert Price
The Reef Family
Sallie Reider
Jim & Tina Renacci
Sean & Lisa Richardson
Linda Rion-Waldock
John & Honey Lee Rodgers
Dr.‡ & Mrs. Fred Rothstein
Chuck & Kathy Rotuno
Drs. Edward & Teresa Ruch
Anita Scanlon
Nancy & Joe Scarpitti
Rinette Scarso Straffen
Sally & John Schulze
Marcy & Dennis Schwartz
Tara Scott
Richard J. Sedmak
Walter & Joyce Senney
Elisabeth & Bradley
Sherman
Dr. Daniel Simon & Dr. Marcy Schwartz
Don & Cathy Sinko
Anthony & Francesca
Siracusa
Tamara Tomasello-Skulina & Jim Skulina
The Slater Family
Rick & Becky Smith
Jill Soltau & Keith Cullen
William Sopko Family
Jack & Terry Southworth
Chad & Molly Sperling
Holly & Larry Stephens
Bob & Robyn Stewart
Michelle & Mike Stewart
Pam & Bill Summers
Raymond Sussel & Regina Olbinsky
Roma & Joe Sweeney
James & Charlene Szaller
Robert & Carol Taller
The Tapper Charitable Foundation
Rachel Tasler & Samantha Grace
Rick & Sheri Terens**
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph H.
Thomas
Mrs. Lori Trehan
Curtis & Marisa Tuggle
Willem & Sherry
Van Der Wal
Dr. Virginia Vatev
Karen S. Verderber
Gina M. Vernaci & William D. Hilyard
Dennis & Jennifer Vidic
Robert & Jennifer Voelker
David & Charlotte Waddell
Bruce & Candy Wagner
Jon, Tanya, & Grace
Wagner
Richard & Tina Weinberg
Mr. & Mrs. Michael & Danielle Weiner**
Lisa & Jeffrey Weiss
The Wesley Family Foundation
Eileen & Jim Wilkoff
James S. Wolf Family Trust
Theodora Wolf**
David & Karen Yankovitz
Janice M. Young
Dr. Dawn Zacharias
Roger & Renee Zona
Brian & Lori Zrimsek
Gold Founder
($3,500-$5,999)
Anonymous (18)
Karen Abbott
Myles & Karen Abbott
Beth & Rick Adams
Howard Adelman & Ira Greenberg
Wendy Adelman
Mark & Nancy Aeder
Terry Ahern Giving Fund
Frederic & Michelle
Ahlgren
Donald & Michelle Albainy
Peter & Susan Albert
Mindy & Gary Aleman
Abby & Victor Alexander
Karen Alexander
Jim, Kammie, & Rory
Althans
Jennifer Altstadt & Elisabeth Peterson
F. Amato‡ & P.J. Nagoda
Ames Family Foundation
Nicola Ammons
Mr. & Mrs. Todd Amsdell
Daniel & Lisa Anderson
Karen Andrachik
Susan Anhold & Jon Anhold
The Antonetti Family
Gerard & Marcie Artl
Christi & Dominic‡ Audino
Ross & Yasmeen Augustino
Mr. & Mrs. James Aussem
Phil Axelrod
Jeffrey Babbush & Jodi Mack
The Ruth & Elmer Babin Foundation
Cindy Babitt
Ed & Jen Backos
The Bagnoli Family
Chad & Tracie Bailey
Dr. Charles M. Bailin & Ms. Linda Myers
Mr. & Mrs. David & Kimberly Baioni
Wendy & Paul Balodis
Kelly & Doug Banks
Ms. Carol Barnak
Elaine Barnard
Sam & Rachel Barnes
Brian & Kristin Barren
Craig & Michele Bashein
Richard & Amy Bashein
Leslie Basista
Debbie Moss Batt
Tammy Battler**
Mr. & Mrs. Luke F. Baum
Renee & Eric Beaver
Dr. & Mrs. Mark Belisle
Barbara C. Belkin
Susan & John Benedejcic
Robert Andrew & Nancy
Dean Benko
John & Mary Beth Bergenstein
Tom & Mary Berges
Grant & Melissa Berlin
Tom & Joy Berlin
Margo & Tom Bertin
Helen Beshara
Angel Betancourt
Joseph Beutler
Dr. Alok & Cristine Bhaiji
Mr. Vimal &
Dr. Kelly Bhatnagar
Biel-Goebel Family Foundation
Alex & Evelyn Biggie
Warren Blazy, III
The Block Party
Marcia Blum & Dale Perram
Robert Boas
Art & Kim Boehm
Gregory & Nancy Boehm
Charles & Julia Bolton
Debbi Boncha
Dr. Elise Bonder &
Dr. Bryan Bonder
Ronald Borsenik
Sheila & Ken Bossin
Laura & Dennis Bower
Katie & Mark Boylan
Carl & Mandy Boyles
Breznai Family
Nancy Bridgman
Mary S. & James R. Bright
Nicholas Brill*
Leslie S. Brown
Molly Brunner
Bryan & Laura Buck
Scott & Mona Buehler
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Jay Burke
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Aaron & Callie Butcher
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Jocelyn & Brett Butler
Kim Caito & Danny Freireich
Dr. Marie & Mr. Donald Calabrese
Gust Callas
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Joseph & Esther Campanella
Marlene S. Campbell
Patricia Campbell
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Ken & Marsha Caratelli
Ms. Linda Cardellini
Denise Carkhuff &
Dane Wujnovich
Dr. John & Christine Carlozzi
Kay Carlson & Rick Albaugh
Karen & Fred Carmen
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Nancy W. Carpenter
Patrick Carpenter*
Angela & David Carr
Brandon & Juliana Carrus
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Mr.‡ & Mrs. Harry Cashy
William‡ & Elizabeth Cassella
Kent & Jennifer Castelluccio
Jim & Kathleen Catanese
J. Peter & Jacqueline Cerar
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Kathy & Dean Chimples
Ben Chouinard
Jeff & Lori Christian
Debra & Seth Chwast
Christine Cipa
Ron & Susan Clady
Timothy Clancy &
Karen Manning
David & Jacqeuline Clark
Richard & Joanne Clark
Thomas & Karen Clark
Bill & Jennifer Clawson
Robert & Laura Clemente
Bob & Krissy Clutterbuck
Jacqueline & Timothy Cogan
Barry & Cheryl Cohn
Bruce & Elizabeth Cohn
Dr. Monique Cohn & Kevin Adelstein
David & Jamie Cole
Jay Cole
Dr. Thomas & Katherine Collins
Community Fund Ohio
Mary Anne Comotto
Martha Comunale
Kenneth, Karen & Zoe Conley
Dennis & Paula Conrad
William H. Considine
Mr. & Mrs. Frank & Mary Consolo
Marianne Conway
Mark & Holly Conzelmann
Brian & Maggie Cook
Mike & Jessie Corcoran
Joseph & Susan Corsaro
Peter & Elizabeth Corso
The Cost Family
Phil & Sue Coverdale
Patrick Covey
Charles Cowap & Rachel Rawson
Mathew & Megan Cox**
Colleen & Kevin Coyne
Melissa Coyner & Tariq Naeem
Steve & Lisa Craig
Kim & Ryan Crane
John & Sandy Crocker
Edward, Carmela & Rosanne Cromling
Alex Cruz
James & Claudia Cull
David & Jennifer Cupar
Michael & Joanie Cuva
Dominic & Polly D’Amore
Michael & JoAnne Darr
Howard & Dana Darvin
Matt & Jen Davis
Tina & Josh Davis
Andrew & Erin Deak
Daryl & Jenniffer Deckard
Mary Kay DeGrandis & Edward Donnelly
Cindy Deliz
Anthony DeRoss & Meagan Costedio
Richard & Lorrie Devaney
Jeffery & Nancy DeWerth
Irvin Dewey III
Bill & Eileen DeWood
Dr. & Mr. Michelle Dietz
John & Ann DiRocco
Martin Dittman & Dr. Gabrielle Koczab
Barbara & George Diver
Nancy Dobras & Jennifer Shaw
Jim & Katy Donohue & Family
Adam Doxsey & Rob Nelson
Emily Drake
Derek Drayer
Howard & Eileen‡
Drechsler
Phil & Lisa Dregalla
Nancy & Scott Drehs
Dennis & Sandy Drellishak
The Druley Family
Ron & Sharon Dufek
Elizabeth Dunn
Faith Durden, M.D.
Dr. & Mrs. Mohan J. Durve
Mark & Suzanne Dvoroznak
The Ecker Family
Dr. Diane Eden
Joshua Edgell
Sam Edmunds & Jacqueline Hunter
Mrs. Linda Edwards
Greg & Kelly Eippert
Tim Eippert
Wendy & Gene Elconin
Jane & Thomas‡ Elias
Robert & Jean Elliott
Judy Emert
J.P. & Patty Emond
Renee Emrhein
Jeff & Lori Epstein
Lynne Erbaugh
Lucinda Evans
Art & Maryann Falco
Diane & Warren Farr**
Rob & Mia Faxon
Robert & Noelle Fazio
Sheri & Terry Fedor
Deborah Feller
Bill Fenoglio & Erika Battaglia
Dr. & Mrs. Paul M. Ferraro
Charles & Shelley Ferrell
Ted & Carol Figura
Dr. Joseph A. Finocchio &
Dr. Susan M. Ray
Dennis & Carol Fiorelli
Bill & Nikki Fisher
Dennis & Marcy Fisher
Ronald & LuAnn Fisher
Vinnie & Debbi Fisher
Jan & John Fitts
Flauto Family Foundation
John & Carolyn Fleischer
The Fowler Family
Susan & Mitchell Frankel
John & Laura Frazier
David & Jeannie Fredecker
Barry & Lisa Fredrickson
Richard & Lynda
Freedman**
Mark Fremont &
Donna Krasney
Richard & Beth Friedler
Harry & Shelly Friedman
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey I.
Friedman
Mr. & Mrs. Matthew
Friedman
Roslyn & Ted Friedman
Mr. & Mrs David W. Furry
Susan Fury
Dennis & Kris Fyffe
Mrs. Linda Gabor
Jay & Kim Gaebelein**
Mary Galindo
Edward & Maria Gallagher
In Memory of Mardee
Gallagher
Richard & Robbin Garcia
Matthew Garson & Case Bochenek
Michael & Kimber Gebura
Dr. Joel & Phyllis Gecht
Ann & Jay Geib
Mr. & Mrs. Gregg Geldart
Mr. Dan Geller & Dr. Samantha Baskind
Mr. David Geller
Dr. Robert & Carla Gerber
Michael & Andrea Gerfin
Kris & James Gerish
Pam Gerwig
Steve & Nancy Gfell
Mr. & Mrs. Garry Gibbs
Lee & Larysa Gibson
Deborah & Jerry Gideon
Thomas Gilbride & Sal Martello
Margaret Giltinan
Arnie & Maria Glantz
Mr. & Mrs. Stuart
Glauberman
Ted & Nancy Goble
Mr. Lawrence Goodman
Randall Goodman
Lynn Gorman
Jim & Karen Gornik
Paul & Amy Goske
David & Melissa Gottlieb
Joshua & Randi Gottlieb
Michael D. Gower
Kristen & Brian Grady
David & Susan Grant
Roe Green
Dr. Michael & Barbara
Greenberg
Dr. Brian & Aimee Greenfield
Douglas & Gwenn Grimm
Dave & Melissa Grinnell
Jonathan‡ & Marianne Gross
Brent & Candace Grover
Dave & Nicole Groves
Mr. Jeremiah Guappone & Mr. Chad Lucas*
Mr. William R. Haas & Mrs. Shirley A. Haas
Robert Haber, MD & Mary Ellen Brook**
Lloyd & Ann-Marie Hagenbuch
Tamara Hagerty
Craig & Noel Hairston
Dr. C.C. Halloran
The Hankins Foundation
Dr. Elizabeth Hankins
Patricia Hanousek
Kathie & Chuck Hardin
Sondra & Steve Hardis
Jack Harley & Judy Ernest
Mary & Gordon Harnett
Mr. Randall Harris & Dr. Marianne Coburn
Jackie Hartfiel
Corrine & Jeff Hartman**
Doug & Terri Havekost
Dr. & Mrs. George Heathcote
Bradley & Vanessa Heim
Debra Hench
Cheryl Henderson & Lucas Nelson
Damian & Laura Henri
Ike & Rachel Herman
Robert Herold
Ruth Herzak & Gary Bauman
David & Melissa Hille
Henry J. Hilow & Judy
Ghazoul Hilow
Kevin & LuAnn Hinkel
Robert & Joan Hinkle
Charles & Michelle Hirsch
George & Elaine Hlavacs
In Memory of Kathleen Hlavin
Robert & Lisa Hodges
Pat & Jack Holland
Richard & Sally‡ Hollington
Mr. & Mrs. Tim Hollo
Diane & Michael Holztrager
Drs. Rosamond Hong & Jeffrey Weil
Daniel & Tamara Honkala
Christy & Dave Hooper
Marsha & Tom Hopkins
The Matthew R. & Marie M. Hopkins Foundation
Dr. Michael & Mrs. Mary K. Hopkins
Rachel & Chris
Hopkins-Murphy
Andrew & Kristin Horansky
Alla & Randy Horvat
Robert & Linda House
Matt & Karen Houser
Ruth & Stephen Hovan
Jim‡ & Claudia Hower
Karen & Geoff Howson
Tim & Julie Hrobat
Annie & Rick Hubbard
John A. Hudec, DDS
William & Paulette Hughes
Barry & Brenda Hummel
Michael & Ann W. Hurley
Jeff & Jill Hurt
Ned Hyland &
Jacqui Herringshaw
Andy Ilcin & Betsy Bloch
Doug & Megan Isenberg
Robert & Brenda Jackson
Suzanne & Patrick Janson
Michael & Rosemarie Jaworski
Christine & Tracy Jemison
Matt Joherl & Jason Andrew Smith
Rick & Lori Johnson
Barry & Carolyn Johnston
Robert & Christina Jones
Jane Joseph & Robert Elson
John & Barbara Joseph
Jose & Lauren Juarez
John & Jill Judge
Burton & Elizabeth Judson
Jason Jurek
Marien Kaifesh
In Memory of Faye Kaplan
Ira & Amy Kaplan
Rune & Halina Kaptur
Kater Foundation
Charitable Trust
Karen & Larry Katz
Judy & David Kaufman
Kaulig Foundation
Kelly Kavanaugh
The Kayani Family
Ms. Carole Keating
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John & Vincetta Kedzior
Pam & Steve Keefe
Mike & Karen Kelly
Michael Kelly &
Wendy Olson
Betty Kemper
David & Meredith Kempton
The Kennedy Family
Bill & Becky Kent
Linda & Bob Kenyon
Michael & Paula Kertes
Randy & Rhonda Kertesz
Dr. Ashoo Khanuja
Robin & Randy Kilbride
Katie Kimble*
Andrew & Jacqueline
Kinnen
Bill & Kathy Kinner
Mr. & Mrs. Rich Kirkpatrick
Beth & Steve Kish
Gayle Kish
Matthew & Kristen Kissling
Jonathan & Adena
Klineman
Don & Ingrid Knechtges
Allison & David R. Knowles
William Knox & Richard England
Sandy Kobernik‡
Mr. & Mrs. Robert J.
Kobistek
William & Kathleen
Kobyljanec
Thomas & Wendy Kocovsky
Nancy & Rik‡ Kohn
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John & Susan Kosir
Harvey & Norma Kotler
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Gary & Laura Krusinski
Andy & Deviani Kuhar
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Jeanne & Duane Kurapka
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India Lee
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Keith Kerman
Matthew Lemke
Anne Lengauer
Fred A. Lennon Charitable
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Melissa Leonard
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Nancy Levy &
Gerald Yosowitz
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Bill Lohn
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Amy & Wade Massad
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Eric McCallister
Greg & Karen McCarthy
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H. Rick McGinnis III
Alexander & Lori Mcilvaine
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Jim Mehallis
Dawna Meng
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Beth M. Mikes
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Theresa Mistysyn
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Joan & Charles Mockbee
Phil & Nora Modie
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Montgomery
Roy & Cindy Moore
Michael & Michelle Morgan
Melodie Morgan-Minott & Howard Minott
Harriet & Mel Morris
Peter & Kristin Morrison**
John & Karen Moss
Ken & Sharon Mountcastle
Marjorie & Bert Moyar
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The Mullins Family
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Pat & Kendra Murphy
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Florence Murray
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Desiree & Lou Nekola
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Adriana & Andrew E.
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Mr. Randazzo
Thomas J. Rankin
Deborah Rathbun
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Ratner
Dr. Kate Raymond & Michelle Krocker
Andrew & Karen Rebholz
Catherine Reed
Debra & Kenneth Reeves
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Robert S. & Sylvia K.
Reitman Family
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Dr. & Mrs. Rench
Jane Rice & Mark Chambers
Dr. & Mrs. Thomas W. Rice
Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. Rich
Sharron Richards
In honor of Edward & Betty
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Dr. Bradford & Margaret
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Tom & Kerri Richmond
Liza Rieke & Family
Louis & Gwen Rifici
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Sanford Seiger
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Kent A. Smith
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Nancie Smith
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James Stief
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Rich & Lynnette Stuart
Fred & Betsy Stueber
Brian & Adrean Stulak
Jessica Sudo
Catherine Suever &
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Julie Sullivan
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Susan Szanyi
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Jeff Tennant
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Laura & Jeff Thomas
Susan L. Thomas
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Lisa M Torres MD
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Nicole & Rodney Twells
Gerald F. Unger
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CONCORD THEATRICALS and NETWORKS PRESENTATIONS
present
Music by RICHARD RODGERS
Lyrics by OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II
Book by HOWARD LINDSAY and RUSSEL CROUSE
Suggested by The Trapp Family Singers by Maria Augusta Trapp
with CAYLEIGH CAPALDI KEVIN EARLEY
NICHOLAS RODRIGUEZ KATE LOPREST ARIANA FERCH IAN COURSEY
TORBEN MULARSKI SKYLAR MATTHEWS REECE BOYLE HADDIE MAC
BERKELEY WALUK EVERLY BEESON BRADY CARVILLE RORY L. PRICHARD TESSA MAE PUNDSACK
JOHN ADKISON COREY GREENAN JENNIFER MALENKE DANIEL ROBERT SULLIVAN
BLAIRE EILENE BAKER SYDNEY K. BORCHERS DYLAN BRADFORD STEVEN GRANT DOUGLAS
ALLI ECHELMEYER ZACH HERMAN CHARLOTTE JENKINS MEREDITH LUSTIG MARK BRADLEY MILLER TESS PRIMACK RUTHIE SANGSTER LISA ROSETTA STRUM and CHRISTIANE NOLL as Mother Abbess
Scenic Design
DOUGLAS W. SCHMIDT
Associate Director MATT LENZ
Costume Design JANE GREENWOOD
Lighting Design NATASHA KATZ
Associate Choreographer MARK MYARS
Orchestrations ROBERT RUSSELL BENNETT
Tour Booking THE ROAD COMPANY
General Management
GENTRY & ASSOCIATES
STEVEN VARON-MOORE
Sound Design KAI HARADA
Music Director JONATHAN MARRO
Dance & Vocal Arrangements TRUDE RITTMANN
Casting THE TELSEY OFFICE
RACHEL HOFFMAN, CSA
RASHAD NAYLOR, CSA
Company Manager JAMEY JENNINGS
Executive Producer
SEAN PATRICK FLAHAVEN for Concord Theatricals
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Music Coordinator JOHN MILLER
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Production Management NETWORKS PRESENTATIONS MATTHEW REARDON
Executive Producer TRINITY WHEELER for NETworks Presentations
Music Supervision and Additional Orchestrator ANDY EINHORN
Choreography by DANNY MEFFORD
Directed by JACK O’BRIEN
Produced by Special Arrangement with Concord Theatricals, Crouse Literary Properties Company LLC and The Howard Lindsay Trust www.SoundofMusicOnTour.com
CAST and musicians
(in order of appearance)
Mother Abbess ................................................................................................................
CHRISTIANE NOLL
Maria Rainer, a Postulant at Nonnberg Abbey CAYLEIGH CAPALDI
Sister Berthe, Mistress of Novices. ........................................................................ LISA ROSETTA STRUM
Sister Margaretta, Mistress of Postulants ............................................................................ TESS PRIMACK
Sister Sophia MEREDITH LUSTIG
Captain Georg von Trapp ...................................................................................................... KEVIN EARLEY
Franz, the butler
JOHN ADKISON
Frau Schmidt, the housekeeper ................................................................................. JENNIFER MALENKE
Liesl ARIANA FERCH
Friedrich ......................................................................................................................... TORBEN MULARSKI
Louisa............................................................................................................................
SKYLAR MATTHEWS
Kurt REECE BOYLE
Children of Captain Georg von Trapp.........
Brigitta ........................................................................................................................................ HADDIE MAC
Marta BERKELEY WALUK
Gretl ....................................................................................................................................... EVERLY BEESON
Rolf Gruber IAN COURSEY
Elsa Schraeder ......................................................................................................................... KATE LOPREST
Ursula......................................................................................................................... SYDNEY K. BORCHERS
Max Detweiler NICHOLAS RODRIGUEZ
Herr Zeller ...................................................................................................... DANIEL ROBERT SULLIVAN
Baron Elberfeld MARK BRADLEY MILLER
Baroness Elberfeld ................................................................................................... LISA ROSETTA STRUM
A New Postulant ...................................................................................................... SYDNEY K. BORCHERS
Admiral von Schreiber ..................................................................................................... COREY GREENAN
Neighbors of Captain Georg von Trapp, Nuns, Novices, Postulants and Contestants at the Festival Concert JOHN ADKISON, BLAIRE EILENE BAKER, SYDNEY K. BORCHERS, DYLAN BRADFORD, ALLI ECHELMEYER, COREY GREENAN, ZACH HERMAN, CHARLOTTE JENKINS, MEREDITH LUSTIG, JENNIFER MALENKE, MARK BRADLEY MILLER, TESS PRIMACK, LISA ROSETTA STRUM, DANIEL ROBERT SULLIVAN
SWINGS
STEVEN GRANT DOUGLAS, RUTHIE SANGSTER
UNDERSTUDIES
Understudies never substitute for the listed players unless a specific posting or announcement is made at the time of the performance. For Maria Rainer–SYDNEY K. BORCHERS, CHARLOTTE JENKINS; for Mother Abbess–BLAIRE EILENE BAKER, MEREDITH LUSTIG; for Captain Georg von Trapp–COREY GREENAN, DANIEL ROBERT SULLIVAN; for Liesl–SYDNEY K. BORCHERS, ALLI ECHELMEYER; for Friedrich–BRADY CARVILLE; for Louisa–ALLI ECHELMEYER, TESSA MAE PUNDSACK; for Kurt–BRADY CARVILLE; for Brigitta–RORY L. PRICHARD, TESSA MAE PUNDSACK; for Marta–RORY L. PRICHARD; for Gretl– BERKELEY WALUK; for Rolf Gruber–DYLAN BRADFORD, ZACH HERMAN; for Max Detweiler–JOHN ADKISON, MARK BRADLEY MILLER; for Elsa Schraeder–JENNIFER MALENKE, TESS PRIMACK; for Franz–STEVEN GRANT DOUGLAS, MARK BRADLEY MILLER; for Frau Schmidt–BLAIRE EILENE BAKER, RUTHIE SANGSTER; for Admiral von Schreiber–STEVEN GRANT DOUGLAS, MARK BRADLEY MILLER; for Herr Zeller–STEVEN GRANT DOUGLAS, ZACH HERMAN; for Sister Berthe–BLAIRE EILENE BAKER, RUTHIE SANGSTER; for Sister Margaretta–CHARLOTTE JENKINS, RUTHIE SANGSTER; for Sister Sophia–RUTHIE SANGSTER
Dance Captain: ALLI ECHELMEYER
ORCHESTRA
Music Director/Conductor: JONATHAN MARRO; Associate Conductor/Keyboards: ANNE VAN STEENWINKEL; Keyboards: GRIFFIN STROUT; Trumpet: KYLE KNEPPER; Violin/Concertmaster: SARAH FAZENDIN
LOCAL ORCHESTRA
Violin/Concertmaster: DIANA PEPELEA-VARDI; Cello: LINDA ATHERTON; Bass: CHRISTOPHER VANCE; Percussion: MELL CSICSILA; Trombone: WILL HORNER; Trumpet 2: THERESA MAY; Reed 1: MICHAEL MCCANN;
BE BOLD
White Beauty Marble
CAST the company
MULARSKI
MATTHEWS
REECE BOYLE
RORY L. PRICHARD
TESSA MAE PUNDSACK
DANIEL ROBERT SULLIVAN
BLAIRE EILENE BAKER
SYDNEY K. BORCHERS DYLAN BRADFORD STEVEN GRANT DOUGLAS
CHARLOTTE JENKINS
LISA ROSETTA STRUM
SCENES musical numbers
Scene 1: The Nonnberg Abbey
ACT I
Preludium................................................................................. The Nuns of the Nonnberg Abbey
Scene 2: A Mountainside Near the Abbey
The Sound of Music................................................................................................................... Maria
Scene 3: The Office of the Mother Abbess, the next morning
Maria Sisters Berthe, Sophia, Margaretta and Mother Abbess
My Favorite Things................................................................................ Maria and Mother Abbess
Scene 4: A Corridor in the Abbey
Reprise: My Favorite Things ..................................................................................................... Maria
Scene 5: The Living Room of the Trapp Villa, that afternoon
Do-Re-Mi
Scene 6: Outside the Villa, that evening
Maria and the Children
Sixteen Going On Seventeen Rolf and Liesl
Scene 7: Maria’s Bedroom, later that evening
The Lonely Goatherd .................................................................................. Maria and the Children
Scene 8: The Terrace of the Villa, six weeks later
How Can Love Survive? ................................................
Reprise: The Sound of Music
Scene 9: The Living Room, one week later
Max, Elsa and Captain Georg von Trapp
The Children and Captain Georg von Trapp
So Long, Farewell ..........................................................................................................The Children
Scene 10: A Corridor in the Abbey
Morning Hymn ................................................................................................................... The Nuns
Scene 11: The Office of the Mother Abbess, three days later
Climb Ev’ry Mountain ......................................................................
Mother Abbess and the Nuns
ACT II
Scene 1: The Terrace, the same day
Reprise: My Favorite Things
No Way To Stop It .........................................................
Something Good
Scene 2: The Office of the Mother Abbess, two weeks later
The Children and Maria
Elsa, Max and Captain Georg von Trapp
Maria and Captain Georg von Trapp
Gadeamus Domino ............................................................................................................ The Nuns
Scene 3: The Cathedral at Nonnberg Abbey, immediately following
Reprise: Maria .................................................................................................................... The Nuns
Confitemini Domino The Nuns
Reprise: Something Good .....................................................
Scene 4: The Living Room, one month later
Maria and Captain Georg von Trapp
Reprise: Sixteen Going On Seventeen Maria and Liesl
Scene 5: The Concert Hall Stage, Kaltzberg, three days later
Reprise: Do-Re-Mi
Edelweiss.......................................................
Reprise: So Long, Farewell
Scene 6: The Garden of the Abbey, that night
Maria, Captain Georg von Trapp and the Children
Captain Georg von Trapp, Maria and the Children
Maria, the Children and Captain Georg von Trapp
Finale Ultimo .............................................................................................................. The Company
There will be one 20-minute intermission
WHO’S WHO in the cast
CAYLEIGH CAPALDI (Maria Rainer) is honored to be making her Broadway National Tour debut bringing this iconic and vital story to life. Off-Broadway & West End: Titanique (Rose, Céline Dion). West End: Figaro (Sienna). Regional: Frozen (Elsa, US regional premiere), Putting it Together (The Younger Woman), Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins), Into the Woods (Cinderella), and Little Women (Jo March). TV/ Film: “Law & Order: Organized Crime,” “Mrs. Fletcher.” As an influencer and creator, she has garnered over 300K followers and 100M views across socials. Recent honors graduate of Columbia University and Berklee College of Music, Londoner-turned-New Yorker, and fluent Mandarin speaker. Gratitude to M+D+N+G, Kimberly, her Stewart team, Dave, Telsey and Beanie for being one of my favorite things. @cayleigh.capaldi CayleighCapaldi.com
KEVIN EARLEY (Captain Georg von Trapp). Broadway: Old Friends, Les Misérables, Thoroughly Modern Millie and A Tale of Two Cities. OffBroadway: Death in Death Takes a Holiday (Drama Desk Nom). Recent Regional: Pierre in Natasha Pierre and…, Dysart in Equus, Andrews in Titanic, Hart in 9 to 5, and Archibald in The Secret Garden. Awards: Joseph Jefferson Award, Drama Critics Circle Award and 4 Ovation Award noms. Albums: Death Takes a Holiday, A Tale of Two Cities, Secondhand Lions, Ripper, Rarities and “Earley Standards.” kevinearley.com
CHRISTIANE NOLL (Mother Abbess). Broadway/Tour: Dear Evan Hansen, Ragtime (Tony/Drama Desk Nomination), Elf, Chaplin (Drama Desk Nomination), Urinetown, Mambo King’s, Ain’t Nothin But The Blues, Jekyll and Hyde, Grease, Miss Saigon, City of Angels. Television/ Film: “The Equalizer,” “FBI: Most Wanted,” “Ruth,” “Evil,” “Madame Secretary,” “L&O: SVU,” “The Good Fight,” “L&O: Organized Crime,” “The Bite,” The Sound of Music Live!, The King and I (Singing Anna). Other: Partnership, God of Carnage, Fun Home, Next to Normal, Follies, Encores! 1776, Closer Than Ever (Off Broadway Alliance Award). Symphony Soloist - 100 0rchestras worldwide. @christiane.noll
NICHOLAS RODRIGUEZ (Max Detweiler). Grammy nominee. Broadway: Company, Tarzan. Tour: The Sound of Music (Captain Georg von Trapp), The Eyes of the World (PBS). OffBroadway: Toxic Avenger, Almost Heaven. Symphonic Soloist, including Carnegie Hall, Boston Pops, Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, White House. Film: Sex and the City 2 (soundtrack). TV: One Life to Live (GLAAD Award), Madam Secretary, Tommy. Regional: Arena Stage (Helen Hayes Awards), George St., MUNY, Bucks County, ZACH, Barrington Stage. Artistic Director: Broadway Dreams. Album: The First Time... www.thenickrod.com @thenickrod
KATE LOPREST (Elsa Schraeder). Broadway: First Date (Allison), Hairspray (Amber), Xanadu, Wonderland, Drowsy Chaperone. Tour: Wicked (Glinda, u/s Nessa), Little House on the Prairie (Nellie Oleson, 1st Nat’l). Regional: The Guthrie, Asolo Rep, Barrington Stage, Ogunquit Playhouse, Washington National and Dallas Opera Theatre and more. Select TV: ADA Heidi Russell on “Law & Order: SVU,” “FBI,” “Boardwalk Empire” (Corrine). For Juliette and James: Auntie’s “favorite things”. KateLoprest.com
ARIANA FERCH (Liesl). National Tour debut! Regional: Little Women (Beth), Mamma Mia (Ali), Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins). Recent graduate of Oklahoma City University with a BM in Musical Theatre and Vocal Performance. Immense gratitude to ATB Talent, Jack O’Brien, Chuck Koslowske, her glorious family, and her two sisters who taught her the joy of music. She dedicates this to her beloved papa Fred in heaven. @ari_ferch Jeremiah 31:3
IAN COURSEY (Rolf Gruber) is a Maryland native and a proud graduate of the University of Michigan Musical Theatre program. He was recently seen on the 1st National Tour of Dear Evan Hansen. He would like to think his family, his team at HCKR, John, Rolando, and Danmian. iancoursey.com
TORBEN MULARSKI (Friedrich) is thrilled to join the cast of The Sound of Music for his second national tour! Recently toured with A Christmas
Story: The Musical (Ralphie Parker) and is excited to be back on the road. A 6th grader from Barrington, IL, Torben studies dance, theatre, and piano at The Cary-Grove Performing Arts Centre and loves playing football, basketball, and trombone. Many thanks to his family for generously supporting his dreams! Proudly represented by Gray Talent Group. IG: @torbenmularski
SKYLAR MATTHEWS (Louisa) is thrilled to join the SOM National Tour! Recently seen in the world premiere of Wonder the musical (Charlotte, ART), Annie (Pepper/Annie US, National Tour), and Fun Home (Small Alison, TheaterWorks, Hartford).
TV/Film/VO highlights: Baby Girl (Feature Film), “FBI” (CBS), Scoot & Missy (Short Film), and “SoundTrekkers” Audio Series (YOTO). Special thanks to Skylar’s professional team and local community for the continued support! Instagram: @ skymatthews3 | skylarmatthews.com
REECE BOYLE (Kurt) is thrilled to make his Broadway National Tour debut! Credits: Finding Neverland (Michael, White Plains Performing Arts Center), Wakeman (Robert, NAMT Annual Festival of New Musicals), Matilda Jr. (Bruce), The
Addams Family Jr. (Pugsley), Peter Pan Jr. (Peter), Willy Wonka Jr. (Charlie). Reece lives in Westchester County, NY and loves singing, acting, drawing, writing, animating, playing tennis and spending time with friends, family and his Bernedoodle, Nora. Special thanks to Mara Entertainment, Zuri Agency, Tristian Wyant, Emily Kitchin, and his family. IG: @reece_boyle_1
HADDIE MAC (Brigitta) iis over the moon to be on stage! She toured Asia as Marta (u/s Gretl) in the 23/24 International Tour of The Sound of Music. Recently she was on set filming Netflix’s The Hunting Wives and is very excited for the season to air later this year. Offstage, she’s chasing sparkles, bouldering mountains, befriending animals, and developing her wanderlust. Known to friends as Haddie Mac n’ Cheese, she’s thankful for her teachers, mentors, professional team, and family who make her dreams possible! Follow: @haddiemac
BERKELEY WALUK (Marta, u/s Gretl). Thrilled to be making her professional/Broadway National debut with this incredible team! Credits: Annie Jr (Annie), The Sound of Music (Gretl). A member of Humboldt County, CA, Main Stage Young
Performers Company. Endlessly grateful to Darby Vincent, Alyson Isbrandtsen, Krista Curry, Bercy Talent, Daphne Endert, Main Stage Humboldt and The Sound of Music team. Much love to her family and friends. @berkeley_annew
EVERLY BEESON (Gretl) is delighted to make her national tour debut with this beautiful show! Regional: Disney’s Frozen (Young Anna). Some of her favorite hobbies include walking dogs and eating ice cream – even better when done at the same time! Sending love and gratitude to Mom, Dad and Georgia, Free Flight Talent Management, Stewart Talent, Julia Meadows, Christina Holien, Julian LeBlanc and team, the Telsey Office, and everyone who has supported her dreams along the way. @alldayeverly
BRADY CARVILLE (u/s Kurt, u/s Friedrich) is thrilled to be making his National Tour debut in The Sound of Music. Credits include Oliver! Jr. (Oliver Twist), Beetlejuice Jr. (Beetlejuice), Shrek the Musical Jr. (Donkey), and Matilda the Musical Jr. (Bruce). Born in Santa Monica, CA, he moved to Houston, TX at age nine, continuing his pursuit of performing and singing. Huge thanks to his family; Vibe Performing Arts, Purple Box Theater, Broadway Kids Auditions; coaches Jeanette Gant (vocal), Janine Molinari (choreography); and his agent, Barry Kolker. @brady_carville
RORY L. PRICHARD (u/s Marta, u/s Brigitta) is thrilled to make her National Tour debut! Rory loves to laugh hard, sing loud, and always keep her toes pointed. Select prior roles include Gracie Shinn (The Music Man, Pittsburgh CLO), Jojo u/s (Seussical, Pittsburgh CLO), and Little Girl (The Nutcracker, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre). Special thanks to Barry Kolker, Jason Bercy, Amy Stabnau, and Kurt Domoney, and her mom, dad,sister Kit, nana, and loving friends and family! Instagram: @rory.prichard
TESSA MAE PUNDSACK (u/s Louisa, u/s Brigitta) is beyond excited to be making her national tour debut! Recent credits: Susan Waverly (White Christmas, Paramount), Small Alison (Fun Home, Porchlight), Annie (Annie, BNT), Baby June (Gypsy, Devonshire). Tessa adores dance, traveling, musical theatre, and her yorkie Pico. Endless gratitude to her coaches, friends, and family. Special thanks to Christina
Ramirez and Sarah Schroeder for always believing in her! Rep: Stewart Talent; Free Flight Talent. @tessamaeonstage
JOHN ADKISON (Franz, u/s Max Detweiler). Tours: My Fair Lady directed by Bartlett Sher (Colonel Pickering), The Addams Family, Elf, The Music Man (Harold Hill). Regional: Laguna Playhouse, Sierra Repertory Theatre, Ocean State Theatre Co. People’s Light and Theatre Company. Stock: Little Theatre on the Square, Theatre by the Sea and Barn Theatre. More at johnadkison.com
COREY GREENAN (Admiral von Schreiber, u/s Captain Georg von Trapp). Broadway: Mamma Mia! (Sky), Scandalous (Ensemble). National Tours: Jersey Boys (Tommy DeVito), Mamma Mia! (Sky), If/Then (Ensemble). International Tours: The Sound of Music (Captain Georg von Trapp), Evita (Che). Regional: Mamma Mia! (Sam Carmichael), Damn Yankees (Joe Hardy), Anything Goes (Billy Crocker).
JENNIFER MALENKE (Ensemble, Frau Schmidt, u/s Elsa Schraeder). Broadway/Tour: Into the Woods, Charlie/Chocolate Factory. Elsewhere: The Last Five Years, I Love You, You’re Perfect…, Pirates of Penzance. Member, Broadway Inspirational Voices: Carnegie Hall, Met Gala, White House, Tonys. Film/TV: The Power of Music with Josh Groban. Owner, Broadway Babysitters. Thanks Arbender, Rachel. Love to all, especially Otis. :)
DANIEL ROBERT SULLIVAN (Herr Zeller, u/s Captain Georg von Trapp). Tours: Dear Evan Hansen, Jersey Boys, Motown. Creator of country music project Danny Ellsworth & the Cattle Drivers, award-winning play Prospect High: Brooklyn, hip-hop musical Star-Crossed: A GenreDefying R&J Remix, and true-adventure book Braving the Bronx River. Series Regular: “Salty Pirate” (Prime Video). MFA Acting & Directing, UMKC. @DanielRobertSullivan
BLAIRE EILENE BAKER (Ensemble, u/s Mother Abbess, u/s Frau Schmidt, u/s Sister Berthe). National Tours: Beauty and the Beast, Bullets Over Broadway. Regional: Tuacahn, Theatre Under The Stars, Ogunquit Playhouse, Gateway Playhouse. BFA, University of Arizona. Thank YOU for supporting live theatre—telling these stories is more
important now than ever. Find more about BB at blairebaker.com and @thequeenbeebs.
SYDNEY K. BORCHERS (Ensemble, u/s Maria, u/s Liesl). Broadway National Tour debut! Grateful for the unbelievable The Sound of Music team, Telsey casting, and all the incredible theatres and teachers that have poured into her. All glory to her Heavenly Father! Sending love to Mom, Dad and her BFF, Kylie. Psalm 34:1 @sydneykborchers #rosterproud
DYLAN BRADFORD (Ensemble, u/s Rolf Gruber). Honored to be making his National Tour debut! Previous Credits: Rent (Collins), A Chorus Line (Male Swing), & 2023 Jimmy Awards. Much love to Mom & Dad, NOCO, Hudson Artists & Sophia. @dylan.b.t
STEVEN GRANT DOUGLAS (Swing). National Tours: Summer: The Donna Summer Musical (Bruce Sudano), Ghost The Musical (Sam Wheat). Regional: Waitress (Dr. Pomatter), Jersey Boys (Bob Gaudio), Once (Guy), Cabaret (Cliff Bradshaw). Love to all my friends and family! B.F.A. University of Minnesota Duluth. @stevengdouglas
ALLI ECHELMEYER (Ensemble, u/s Liesl, u/s Louisa, Dance Captain) is thrilled to be making her professional debut in The Sound of Music. From Jefferson City, Missouri, she has recently completed her first year at OCU (BM). Endless thanks to God, her amazing family, Emmie, and Cindy.
ZACH HERMAN (Ensemble, u/s Rolf Gruber, u/s Herr Zeller). After escaping a childhood in the perilous Florida jungle, Zachary hurled himself into a study of making mythology into reality. A graduate of Carnegie Mellon’s School of Drama. Selected Credits: Titanic (Pittsburgh CLO), West Side Story (Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre), Sorority Shonen (Self-Produced), Wait Till Dawn (Cincinnati Horror Fest).
CHARLOTTE JENKINS (Ensemble, u/s Maria, u/s Sister Margaretta) is beyond thrilled to be making her Tational Tour debut! Favorite credits: Into The Woods (Cinderella), 25th Annual… Spelling Bee (Olive Ostrovsky). B.F.A. Shenandoah Conservatory. Much love to my incredible family, friends, and agents! @charlotteajenks
MEREDITH LUSTIG (Ensemble, Sister Sophia, u/s Mother Abbess) has enjoyed a diverse international career in opera, theater, and television. Proud Juilliard alumna and Circle in the Square Theatre vocal faculty. Gratitude to KOJO & Telsey. All my love to M&C. @meredithlustig
MARK BRADLEY MILLER (Ensemble, Baron Elberfeld, u/s Max Detweiler, u/s Franz, u/s Admiral von Schreiber). Bridges of Madison County (Robert), Next To Normal (Dan), Beetlejuice (Charles), Newsies! (Pulitzer), Mamma Mia! (Sam), My Fair Lady (Higgins), Carousel (Billy), Nice Work, Kinky Boots, Phantom (Phantom). Tours: The Sound of Music, South Pacific, Beauty and the Beast, Best of ALW. markbradleymiller.com
TESS PRIMACK (Ensemble, Sister Margaretta, u/s Elsa Schraeder). Broadway: Fiddler on the Roof. Regional: Jekyll & Hyde (Emma, NSMT), Einstein’s Dreams (Prospect Theatre), The Enlightenment of Percival Von Schmootz (Adirondack Theatre. Broadway Guest Artist, Disney Cruise Line. Tess is a sought-after acting and singing teacher: www.tessprimack.com/ teaching. For Mom, Dad & Nona. BFA: Carnegie Mellon University, School of Drama.
RUTHIE SANGSTER (Swing, u/s Frau Schmidt, u/s Sister Berthe, u/s Sister Margaretta, u/s Sister Sophia) is thrilled to make her National Tour debut sharing this beloved story! Regional Highlights: Ragtime (Mother), The Music Man (Marian), The Sound of Music (Maria, Ensemble, u/s Elsa). Love to Mom, Dad, and Mimi! Special thanks to Jaime and RJ at Baker Mgmt! God Bless! @ruthielizabeth_
LISA ROSETTA STRUM (Baroness Elberfeld, Sister Berthe). National Tour debut! Broadway: Death of a Salesman (u/s Linda), Regional: The Sound of Music (Mother Abbess), King Lear (Goneril), FLEX (Coach Pace). TV: “Dying for Sex,” “FBI,” “L&O: SVU” (recurring), “The Blacklist.” Special Thanks to Telsey & HCKR! lisarosettastrum.com
RICHARD RODGERS and OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II (Music and Lyrics). After long and highly distinguished careers with other collaborators, Richard Rodgers (composer, 1902–
1979) and Oscar Hammerstein II (librettist/lyricist, 1895–1960) joined forces in 1943 to create the most successful partnership in the American musical theater. Prior to his work with Hammerstein, Rodgers collaborated with lyricist Lorenz Hart on a series of musical comedies that epitomized the wit and sophistication of Broadway in its heyday. Among their greatest successes were Pal Joey, On Your Toes, and Babes In Arms. Throughout the same era, Hammerstein brought new life to the operetta, culminating in the masterpiece Show Boat (music by Jerome Kern). Oklahoma!, the first Rodgers & Hammerstein musical, was also the first of a new genre, the musical play, blending Rodgers’s musical comedy style with Hammerstein’s innovations in operetta. Oklahoma! was followed by Carousel, State Fair (film 1945, 1962; Broadway 1996), Allegro, South Pacific, The King and I, Me and Juliet, Pipe Dream, Cinderella (television 1957, 1965, 1997; Broadway 2013), Flower Drum Song, and The Sound of Music. Collectively, the Rodgers & Hammerstein musicals have earned Tonys, Oscars, GRAMMYs, Emmys, Pulitzers, and Olivier Awards.
HOWARD LINDSAY and RUSSEL CROUSE (Book). Lindsay and Crouse had one of the longest and most storied playwriting collaborations in theatrical history, lasting 32 years. Howard Lindsay was born in 1889 and died in 1968. He became an actor at 19 and went on to become a successful Broadway playwright and director. Russel Crouse was born in 1893 and died in 1966. After serving in the Navy, he worked on New York newspapers, gaining his first renown through a signed column in the Post. In 1932 he became head of the publicity department for the Theatre Guild and in 1933 wrote his first Broadway show, collaborating with Corey Ford on the musical comedy Hold Your Horses. From 1934 on Crouse wrote only with Lindsay. Their hits include The Sound of Music (with a score by Rodgers & Hammerstein); Anything Goes and Red, Hot, and Blue (with scores by Cole Porter); Call Me Madam (score by Irving Berlin); the long-running play Life With Father (which originally starred Lindsay); the Pulitzer Prize-winning State of the Union; and The Great Sebastians, written for Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne, the pre-eminent acting team of the day. Their producing credits included The Hasty Heart, Detective Story, and Arsenic and Old Lace
JACK O’BRIEN (Director) recently received a Lifetime Achievement Tony Award, and directed The Roommate on Broadway with Mia Farrow and Patti LuPone followed by a production of Ibsens Ghosts (Lincoln Center Theatre) and the musical Shucked (The Regents Park, London). He directed his first Broadway production in 1969 and has collected three Tonys since then (Henry IV, Hairspray and The Coast of Utopia). He’s done operas (Il Trittico, Great Soctt, Porgy and Bess, etc.) musicals (The Full Monty, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Carousel, etc.), television (“American Playhouse,” “Great Performances,” etc.), ran the Old Globe Theatre for 25 years, written two books published by Farrar Straus & Giroux (Jack Be Nimble and Jack in the Box), and two night club performances at 54 Below. If he’s slowing down, he hasn’t noticed it yet. And check out Notes With Jack wherever you listen to podcasts. @noteswithjack_
MATT LENZ (Associate Director). Credits include - Broadway: Hairspray, Catch Me If You Can, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, The Velocity of Autumn (Associate Director), Beauty and the Beast (Resident Director). Off-Broadway: Pageant (Drama Desk nomination), The Irish Curse, Idaho!,
The Great Daisy Theory, Fingers and Toes, Tense Guy. Tours: The Music Man (upcoming), Hairspray, Charlie, The Sound of Music, A Christmas Story, Cheers, Catch Me, The Who’s Tommy. Regional: Paper Mill, Ahmanson, MUNY, Ogunquit, George Street, Cape, NCT, Maltz Jupiter, La Mirada, Zach, and more. Matt is a member of the SDC, a Broadway Dreams teaching artist, and Founding Artistic Director of In The Works ~ In The Woods Festival. mattlenzdirector.com
DANNY MEFFORD (Choreographer) has choreographed three Tony Award winners for Best Musical: Kimberly Akimbo, Dear Evan Hansen (also Olivier, Best Musical) and Fun Home Direction: a National Tour of Shrek and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee at the Kennedy Center and in NYC starting fall ‘25. Upcoming direction: The Gorgeous Nothings and The Fitzgeralds of St. Paul. Choreography highlights: Love’s Labour’s Lost, February House, Miss You Like Hell, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, and Good Person of Szechwan. TV: theatrical sequences for “Rise” (NBC), “Dickinson” (AppleTV+), and “Fleishman is in Trouble” (FX). Currently choreographing Richard Linklater’s
film version of Merrily We Roll Along, a twenty year project. MFA in Acting from Brown University/Trinity Rep.
MARK MYARS (Associate Choreographer).
Resident Director/Choreographer: Death
Becomes Her (Broadway). Broadway Associate Choreographer: Dear Evan Hansen (Tour, London), The Cher Show, My Fair Lady (Tour, London), Spongebob Squarepants, War Paint, If/ Then (Tour). International Dance Supervisor: Wicked. markmyars.com
ANDY EINHORN (Music Supervisor and Additional Orchestrator). Gypsy (Audra McDonald, OBCR), Hello, Dolly! (Bette Midler, OBCR Grammy nom), Carousel (Renée Fleming, OBCR Grammy nom), Holiday Inn, Woody Allen’s Bullets Over Broadway, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella, Brief Encounter, Sondheim on Sondheim. Music director and conductor for Audra McDonald since 2011 including two albums. Touring Music Supervisor: Peter Pan, The Sound of Music. Regional: George Street Playhouse, Paper Mill Playhouse, Goodspeed Opera House. TV: HBO’s “Six by Sondheim,” PBS “Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy,” Academy Awards 2019, “Eat Sh*t Bob” for HBO’s “Last Week Tonight starring John Oliver”. Conducting engagements: The Cleveland Orchestra, Philadelphia Orchestra, Pittsburgh Symphony and Kansas City Symphony. Faculty: Juilliard, Aspen Music Festival, Brevard Music Festival. Rice University, summa cum laude. For Samantha W.
DOUGLAS W. SCHMIDT (Scenic Designer) with over 200 productions spanning five decades, his work has earned critical acclaim and numerous awards. He received New York Drama Desk Awards for Over Here and Veronica’s Room, the original production of Grease, Smile, They’re Playing Our Song, and the legendary Frankenstein which closed on opening night. His 1983 design of Porgy and Bess at Radio City Music Hall (dir. Jack O’Brien) toured the U.S. and Europe. Broadway credits include the 2001 revival of 42nd Street, Into the Woods (2002), and The Front Page—all earning Tony nominations. The Sound of Music and The Front Page mark his 18th and 19th collaborations with director Jack O’Brien.
JANE GREENWOOD (Costume Designer). Originally from Liverpool, England, Ms. Greenwood was educated at the Central School of Arts. She has designed over 125 Broadway productions since Ballad of the Sad Café in 1963. Recent credits: Bright Star, Saint Joan, Mother of the Maid (with Glenn Close), The Little Foxes (Tony Award), The Assembled Parties, The Sound of Music (National Tour), You Can’t Take It With You, Act One, Harvey and Driving Miss Daisy. Awards: Irene Sharaff Award, 19 Tony nominations and the 2014 Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement. She is in the Theater Hall of Fame. Professor of Design at Yale School of Drama since 1976.
NATASHA KATZ (Lighting Design) has designed extensively for theatre, opera, dance, concerts and permanent lighting installations around the world. She is an eight-time Tony Award® winner whose recent Broadway credits include Hell’s Kitchen; Sweeney Todd; Here We Are; Grey House; MJ; Some Like It Hot; Springsteen on Broadway; and Hello, Dolly! Recent dance designs include Like Water for Chocolate at the Met. She is a TDF Wendy Wasserstein Project Mentor and was recently inducted into the Theater Hall of Fame.
KAI HARADA (Sound Designer). Broadway: Dead Outlaw; A Wonderful World; Once Upon a Mattress; The Days of Wine and Roses; Merrily We Roll Along (Tony Nomination); New York, New York (Tony Nomination); Kimberly Akimbo; The Old Man and the Pool; Mister Saturday Night; Head Over Heels; The Band’s Visit (Tony Award, Drama Desk Award); Amélie; Sunday in the Park With George; Allegiance; Gigi; Fun Home; On the Town; First Date; Follies (Tony, Drama Desk Nominations); and Million Dollar Quartet. Many other musicals at City Center, the Kennedy Center, off-Broadway, and beyond.
TOM WATSON (Hair, Wig and Makeup Design). Originally from Northern Ireland, he headed the wig/makeup department at the Metropolitan Opera for 17 years. He has designed more than 100 Broadway productions, including Wicked, Rock of Ages, The King & I, Fiddler on the Roof, Oslo, Falsettos, The Little Foxes, Junk, My Fair Lady, King Kong, All My Songs, The Great Society, Plaza Suite, Parade, and Floyd Collins.
JOHN MILLER (Musical Coordinator) Over 140 Broadway shows, including: The Great Gatsby; The Who’s Tommy; A Beautiful Noise; Shucked; MJ: The Musical; Mrs. Doubtfire; Ain’t Too Proud; Tina; Waitress; Beautiful: The Carole King Musical; Jersey Boys. Studio musician (bass) for Leonard Cohen, Eric Clapton, BB King, Portishead, Bob Dylan and Michael Jackson. johnmillerbass.com
JONATHAN MARRO (Music Director/ Conductor) is thrilled to join NETworks and Concord with this incredible group of artists for The Sound of Music! He is a proud alum of the University of Southern Maine, where he received his music and theatre training. Other NETworks’ productions: Peter Pan, Fiddler on the Roof 1st National, Shrek The Musical (International), Elf the Musical, and Dirty Dancing. Many thanks to Andy for his brilliant and loving mentorship, as well as the entire music staff and Giacomo for all their endless support.
ROBERT RUSSELL BENNETT (Orchestrations). In a career spanning more than five decades, Robert Russell Bennett (1894–1981) arranged more than 300 Broadway musical scores. In musi-
cal comedy’s golden era of the 1920s, he orchestrated up to 22 shows a season. Among his credits were Show Boat; Roberta; Sunny; Rose-Marie; No, No, Nanette; Girl Crazy; Of Thee I Sing; Face The Music; Carmen Jones; Finian’s Rainbow; Kiss Me, Kate; My Fair Lady and Camelot. He orchestrated seven of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s musicals including Oklahoma!, South Pacific, The King and I and The Sound of Music. His arrangements for the 1955 film version of Oklahoma! earned him an Academy Award. He also orchestrated and arranged Rodgers’s 13 television documentary score for Victory At Sea. A classically trained composer, Bennett’s prolific output of original compositions includes symphonies, sonatas, a ballet, a concerto and an opera. He is the posthumous recipient of a 2008 Special Tony Award in recognition of his historic contribution to American musical theater.
TRUDE RITTMANN (Dance and Vocal Arrangements) has more than 50 Broadway credits as a choral and dance arranger including The Sound of Music, The King and I, South Pacific, My Fair Lady, Carousel, Finian’s Rainbow, Brigadoon, Paint Your Wagon and Peter Pan. A composer in
her own right, she has provided music for such shows as Omnibus and Seven Lively Arts.
LEIGH ZIMMERMAN (Intimacy Director) is an Olivier Award-winning entertainment professional with 30+ years of experience in live theater, film, and TV in the US and UK. Leigh specializes in consent-based, trauma-informed practices for staged intimacy and as an Artistic Mental Health Practitioner to support the wellbeing of all artists. leighzimmerman.com
THE TELSEY OFFICE (Casting). With offices in both New York and Los Angeles, The Telsey Office casts for theater, film, television, and commercials. The Telsey Office is dedicated to creating safe, equitable, and anti-racist spaces through collaboration, artistry, heart, accountability, and advocacy. Please visit thetelseyoffice.com for our credits.
THE ROAD COMPANY (Tour Booking). Founded in 1997 by Stephen Lindsay and Brett Sirota. In addition to The Sound of Music, current representation includes Wicked, The Outsiders, Back To The Future, Death Becomes Her, Redwood, The Great Gatsby, Kimberly Akimbo, Beetlejuice, Moulin Rouge! The Musical, Dirty Dancing, and more.
GENTRY & ASSOCIATES (General Manager) has managed nearly 250 National and International Touring theatrical productions over the past 25 years. Current and upcoming productions include A Beautiful Noise, Beetlejuice, The Book of Mormon, Boop! The Musical, Buena Vista Social Club, The Great Gatsby, Jersey Boys, Les Misérables, Mark Twain Tonight!, Cameron Mackintosh presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, Water for Elephants and The Wiz
KENT McINGVALE & COMPANY (Tour Press & Marketing) currently leads the marketing and press campaigns for the National Tours of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music, Mark Twain Tonight!, A Magical Cirque Christmas, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, and Dog Man: The Musical!. Recent projects include marketing and press campaigns for the National Tours of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, Hairspray, Jersey Boys (14 seasons on tour), Beautiful – the Carole King Musical (6 seasons on tour), and Summer: The Donna Summer Musical. kentmco.com
JAMEY JENNINGS (Company Manager) is excited to be part of this classic musical! Select projects: Oklahoma! (2019 revival), Once on this Island, Les Misérables, Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story on Stage, We Will Rock You, Mary Poppins, and Hairspray. Proud native of Paducah, Ky and an honored alumnus of Murray State University.
ELLE AGHABALA (Associate Company Manager). National Tours: Annie, To Kill a Mockingbird, Les Misérables. Regional: Hairspray, Avenue Q, Phantom, Blue Man Group, Ain’t Misbehavin’, Eclipsed, A Raisin in the Sun, November, Harmony, The Revisionist.
BRIGHAM JOHNSON (Production Stage Manager). Tours: Annie (North America, China), Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Christmas in Killarney. Norwegian Cruise Line. Regional credits: The Rev Theatre Co., Arizona Theatre Company, Skylight Music Theatre, Musical Theatre West, The Gateway, Florida Repertory, Triad Stage, and Connecticut Repertory. Brigham is a proud graduate of Western Carolina University. Special thanks to his family and friends.
KALI ASHURST (Stage Manager). National Tours: A Beautiful Noise, Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas. NYC: UC-CCM Honors Alumnus Stephen Flaherty at Carnegie Hall. Regional: San Francisco Opera, Weston Theater Company. MFA: Stage Management, UC-CCM. Thanks to her family and friends for all their love and support! @kali.ashurst kaliashurstsm.com
MEGAN BELGAM (Assistant Stage Manager) is thrilled to be joining The Sound of Music Team! National Tours: Peter Pan, Hairspray, Waitress (Lulu), To Kill a Mockingbird. Regional: Escape to Margaritaville (Ogunquit), Frozen Jr. (Ogunquit), Winter Wonderland (American Music Theatre). Proud graduate of Penn State University. Thanks for supporting the arts!
SEAN PATRICK FLAHAVEN (Executive Producer) is a 3x GRAMMY® Award and 3x Tony Award-winning theatre and music producer and Chief Theatricals Executive of Concord. He was previously founding worldwide CEO of The Musical Company and SVP of Theatre & Catalog Development for Warner Chappell. He has been
a producer on dozens of albums, 16 of which were nominated for Grammys, including winners Hamilton, Into the Woods, and Some Like It Hot. He has produced many shows and won Tony Awards as a co-producer of Hadestown, Company, and Stereophonic. He is a National Trustee of the Recording Academy and on the Variety500 for 6 years.
TRINITY WHEELER (Executive Producer) has been with NETworks Presentations for over 20 years. Broadway: 1776 (dirs. Diane Paulus and Jeffrey Page), Les Misérables. National Tours: The Great Gatsby, The Sound of Music (dir. Jack O’Brien), 1776, Les Misérables, Peter Pan (dir. Lonny Price), A Beautiful Noise, Hairspray, Once on This Island, Waitress, The SpongeBob Musical, Chicago, Finding Neverland, Dirty Dancing, Bullets Over Broadway, Elf the Musical, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, The Royal National Theatre production of Oklahoma!, The Wedding Singer, The Producers, The Wizard of Oz, The Phantom of the Opera, Mary Poppins, Young Frankenstein (dir. Susan Stroman) and Rent starring Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp. Love to Alan for everything. @trinityonbroadway
CONCORD THEATRICALS (Producer) is the world’s most significant theatrical company: R&H, Tams-Witmark, Samuel French, ALW Collection, Dramatists Play Service and Playscripts. Our roster includes the work of the finest classic and contemporary authors. We are the only firm providing truly comprehensive services to creators and producers of plays and musicals, including theatrical licensing, music publishing, script publishing, cast recording and first-class producing. Recent Broadway: Hadestown (Tony), Company (Tony), Stereophonic (Tony), SIX, Into the Woods (Grammy), Some Like It Hot (Grammy), Gypsy, Operation Mincemeat. concordtheatricals.com
NETWORKS PRESENTATIONS (Producer). Current and upcoming productions include A Beautiful Noise, Beetlejuice, The Book of Mormon, Boop! The Musical, Buena Vista Social Club, The Great Gatsby, Jersey Boys, Les Misérables, Mark Twain Tonight!, Cameron Mackintosh presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera, The Sound of Music, Water for Elephants and The Wiz. networkstours.com
Credits
Scenery provided by Production Resource Group and Proof Productions; Audio equipment provided by Masque Audio; Lighting provided by Production Resource Group; Rigging provided by Christie; Properties by BrenBri Properties, LLC; Costume Shops: Eric Winterling LLC, Arel Studio.
Rehearsed at Gibney Dance Rehearsal Studios in New York.
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PLAYHOUSE SQUARE History
Playhouse Square Education Department
Since its inception in 1998, the Playhouse Square Education Department has remained committed to including the widest possible audience through streaming initiatives, sensory-friendly performances and its social justice series. The department is unique in the performing arts industry for the variety of programs it offers, the partnerships it initiates and the access it provides students, educators and aspiring artists to performing arts professionals. The Education Department oversees The Dazzle Awards presented by Pat and John Chapman, Disney Musicals in Schools presented by Dee and Jimmy Haslam, as well as school matinee performances, Children’s Theater Series and Family Theater Day. The department also manages the free Broadway Buzz pre-show talks that are held before most KeyBank Broadway Series performances. For more than 25 years, the Education Department has offered thousands of events, workshops and classes — most with minimal or no fees thanks to the generosity of our donors — and its nationally recognized performances and arts education programming have impacted hundreds of thousands of people in Cleveland and around the world, as they have enriched individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and means.
The Playhouse Square Chandelier
The Playhouse Square Chandelier at the intersection of E. 14th and Euclid Ave. is the largest outdoor chandelier in North America with 4200 crystals. The Chandelier is generously presented by GE Lighting, a Savant company.
A Change in History?
One of many fascinating items to be found in the book Playhouse Square: An Entertaining History deals with the infamous John Wilkes Booth. Booth performed locally at the old Academy of Music, which was one of the first drama schools in the country and was located at 1371 W. 6th Street. It was at that Cleveland Academy where he would play his last role prior to performing at Washington D.C.’s Ford Theatre where he would assassinate President Lincoln. (Might history have been changed if the Academy had held over Booth’s play for an extended run?)
There Goes the Neighborhood!
The 1870s ushered in the golden age for Euclid Avenue — known as Millionaire’s Row — as the street became a stretch of grand mansions, with grounds often extending as far as Lake Erie, and stately elm trees arching over the avenue.
But by Cleveland’s Centennial in 1896, Euclid Avenue residents were likely muttering, Well, there goes the neighborhood! as the dirt street was paved with sandstone, and businessmen began to buy up and tear down the mansions and towering elms to make way for commercial ventures.
Streetcar lines on the once totally residential stretch hastened the creation of a commercial district, forcing wealthy families to move even farther east on Euclid Avenue. In another 30 years, the district would see the birth of the five main theaters that would eventually become Playhouse Square.
Basketball on the KeyBank State stage?
The stage of the KeyBank State Theatre is so large that a typical high school gymnasium (complete with basketball court and bleachers) could easily fit on stage. As another point of comparison, three of the Mimi Ohio Theatre stages could fit onto the State’s stage.
The Mural Above the Fireplace
Above the fireplace at the rear of the KeyBank State Theatre auditorium, an original mural hangs despite its near-tragic loss. Removed from the wall in the early 1970s prior to the scheduled demolition of the venue, the mural eventually turned up in the basement of a piano store and was repurchased by Playhouse Square for $200.
The recovered mural was badly torn, having originally been painted on burlap then glued to the wall. The challenge of restoring the artwork fell to the Theater District’s Bonfoey Company. Artisans sanded the glue from the burlap and attached the cleaned mural to canvas via beeswax.
The next step was to clean and restore the work where needed. A stretcher for the canvas had to be custom-made. To eliminate tears and wrinkles, the stretcher was designed to expand and contract with the theater’s climactic changes and held
together with springs (no nails or screws). It took Bonfoey employees 18 months to restore the painting at a cost of $8,500.
Although the creator of this mural is unknown, it is suspected to be Italian artist Sampitrotti, who had painted three murals for the original Mimi Ohio Theatre lobby. (Those murals were later destroyed in the Ohio’s 1964 lobby fire.)
World’s Longest Lobby Explained
In 1920 as the Loew’s chain anticipated building in the area that would come to be known as Playhouse Square, it was discovered there wasn’t sufficient room to build two theaters side by side in the available space.
Since it was important that the proposed theater marquees be located on Euclid Avenue, an architectural plan was devised. Even though the KeyBank State Theatre would be completed and open 21 months before the Connor Palace, it was decided to build the KeyBank State behind the Connor Palace. This led to the construction of the KeyBank State’s 320-foot-long lobby, reported to be the longest theater lobby in the world. The Mimi Ohio Theatre would then be built on the other side of the KeyBank State, giving all three theaters the desired Euclid Avenue marquee frontage.
What Would It Cost to Build Them Today?
Even though the Connor Palace is not the largest of the Playhouse Square venues, it was the most costly to build ($3.5 million) by the time it premiered on Nov. 6, 1922. The largest theater, the KeyBank State, (opened Feb. 5, 1921) was built at a cost of $2 million; the Mimi Ohio (Feb. 14, 1921) also cost $2 million, and the Allen’s costs totaled $1.9 million when it opened April 1, 1921. (Exact building costs for the Hanna Theatre — which opened March 28, 1921 — have yet to be uncovered.) In 1977, it was estimated that it would cost $75 million to recreate the Connor Palace.
A Phoenix from the Ashes
In 1964, the Mimi Ohio Theatre lobby and auditorium were destroyed by fire. When the fledgling Playhouse Square organization restored the spaces in 1982, funding and time constraints made it possible only for the auditorium to be fully restored. Thanks to a gift from the George Gund Foundation, the lobby was re-created in its original splendor in 2016. You can watch a docu-
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Re-Creating History
We call the completed Mimi Ohio Theatre George Gund Foundation Lobby project a “re-creation” rather than a restoration. Why? There was nothing left to restore after a 1964 fire destroyed the space. To reproduce the lobby’s original 1921 splendor, architects, restoration specialists and Playhouse Square staff conducted exhaustive research of the original drawings by architect Thomas Lamb, photo archives and a few remaining bits of ornamental plaster detail to gain a thorough understanding of the space and inform the plans for re-creating the lobby.
Broadway to Buildings
Where do the arts and real estate go hand-in-hand? At Playhouse Square, of course! As the theaters began to be restored in the early 1980s, it was thought that developers would step in to build and open businesses around them. When that didn’t happen, Playhouse Square began to steward development of the surrounding neighborhood. In 1999, Playhouse Square became the first performing arts center with a real estate services division, which manages the more than 2.6 million square feet of property owned by the organization and another three million square feet outside the theater district. Other performing arts centers have since looked to our expertise as a model.
mentary about the project, “Restoring the Legacy,” on Playhouse Square’s
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