Applause Issue 77

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Issue No. 77

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Family matinee performances for the very young and the young at heart are on tap together with stories of romance told in music, dance and the spoken word. Experience Bollywood live in a very special schedule of weekend activities focusing on the culture of India. Taj Express will take your breath away. The irresistible cadences of Drumline Live! will have you tapping your toes. We are so pleased to be hosting the U.S. Airforce Concert Band and Singing Sergeants in the spring. The remarkable ensemble is offered for

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MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Aquila Theatre Presents

William Shakespeare’s

CAST

Lincoln Hudson......................................................................................... Benedick James Lavender......................................................................................... Leonato Palmyra Mattner......................................................................................... Beatrice All remaining roles played by Company

CREATIVE TEAM

Director / Adaptor........................................................................... Desiree Sanchez Costume Designer............................................................................James McDaniel Lighting Designer............................................................................... Peter Meineck Sound Designer......................................................................................Chase Duhe

TECHNICAL TEAM Technical Director.............................................................................. Robert Rogers Production Manager................................................................................. Tom Swetz Company Stage Manager............................................................................. Dana Gal Costume Technician............................................................................. Alexa Haynes Assistant Stage Manager.......................................................................Alex Duncker There will be one fifteen-minute intermission.

The taking of photographs or the use of any kind of recording device is strictly prohibited.

Aquila Theatre’s production is part of Shakespeare in American Communities, a national program of the National Endowment for the Arts in cooperation with Arts Midwest.

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ACT 1

SYNOPSIS

A couple of local soldiers from Messina are back home from war and the papers are full of news with their successes and promotions. One of the soldiers, Benedick, finds his way back to his favorite watering hole, owned by his dear friend Leonato. Beatrice, having heard the men are back, comes to Leonato to hear more of the news and is surprised to see Benedick there. The air becomes thick with the couples’ charged exchanges and it quickly becomes clear that the two have a history together. Claudio, a young decorated war hero and Benedick's new friend, becomes instantly smitten with Leonato’s shy and silent daughter, Hero. Claudio appeals to Don Pedro, the "Prince," for help in wooing Hero. Don Pedro devises a plan to help Claudio win Hero’s hand by pretending to be Claudio later that night at a costume party. Don John, the bitter illegitimate half-brother of Don Pedro, and his associate, Borachio, hearing of this, hatch a plan to undo Don Pedro and prevent the match. Don John appears at the costume party and approaches Claudio who is in disguise as Benedick, delivering some disturbing, albeit false, news involving Hero and Don Pedro. Ensnared by Don John’s false words against Hero, Claudio sinks into foul humor, casting her off. Meanwhile, Beatrice and Benedick continue their sparring and declare publicly their vows never to be wed. Leonato vows to set up Beatrice and Benedick with the help of the others. Later that night, Don John shares fears that his plot to come between Claudio and Hero has failed, but Borachio swears he can fix it by planting Claudio outside Hero's bedroom window so he will see Borachio woo Margaret while she is dressed as Hero. The act finishes with Leonato, Don Pedro, Ursula and Hero laying the trap to ensnare Beatrice and Benedick.

ACT 2

The act begins with Dogberry and the watch. Dogberry lays out how they must enforce the law and stand watch over Hero's window since there might be some mischief later in the night. Just as Dogberry departs, Borachio and Conrade appear conversing about the funny fashion of the times and how Boracchio successfully managed to deceive Claudio into thinking Hero had relations with another man the night before their wedding. The watchman overhears this confession and arrests Borachio. Meanwhile, at the Church, Claudio accuses Hero at the altar, humiliating and publicly shaming her. The wedding is cancelled and Leonato, distraught to hear the kind of woman Hero is, harshly denounces his daughter. The Friar (with the help of Beatrice and Benedick) hatches a plan to fake Hero’s death while they try to restore her honor. Beatrice explains to a now smitten and somewhat reformed Benedick the harm that has been done through Claudio’s slander. Beatrice demands that Benedick kill Claudio. Benedick, with much regret, promises to challenge Claudio.

Benedick meets up with Claudio and Don Pedro and presents him with a challenge. Thinking that Benedick is joking, the challenge is not met and instead the two viciously tease Benedick about his love for Beatrice. With his manhood injured, Benedick leaves them. Meanwhile, Dogberry brings Borachio to confess to Don Pedro and Leonato. Claudio, upon hearing the truth, promises to make amends to Leonato by marrying Leonato’s niece, who supposedly looks identical to Hero. Meanwhile, Benedick musters up the courage to ask Leonato for Beatrice's hand in marriage. Leonato gladly accepts. Claudio goes to Hero’s monument, where he gives a testament and restores Hero’s honor. Claudio goes to the church to marry Hero's identical cousin, only to learn that his bride is in fact Hero and she still lives. Benedick and Beatrice come together at the end of Hero and Claudio's marriage and publicly declare their love for each other with the help of Leonato. Benedick, to save face, asks Don Pedro not to remind him of his prior words on marriage.

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WHO’S WHO LINCOLN HUDSON (Benedick, Company) trained at the Mountview Theatre School in London and has been a professional actor for 25 years. His work for Aquila includes: The Invisible Man & Twelfth Night. Other work includes: Bad in the Bold (Red Lion Theatre), Joseph & His Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Really Useful Group), Hot Stuff (Bill Kenwright Ltd), Hancock’s Last Half Hour (Covent Garden Studio Theatre), The Green Parakeet / Macbeth (Greenwich Studio Theatre), The Arcadians (Kings Head Theatre), Les Misérables/Oliver (Cameron MacKintosh Ltd), My Fair Lady (Royal National Theatre), Funeral Games (Drill Hall, London), Northanger Abbey (Queens Theatre, Hornchurch), The Wizard of Oz (Birmingham Repertory Theatre), Dick Whittington (Haverhill Theatre, Suffolk), Miracle on 34th Street (Pitlochry Repertory Theatre), Love (Cirque Du Soleil), Shakespeare’s Roses/American Hamlet (LV Shakespeare Theatre), and Dark Lady of the Sonnets (Royal National Theatre).

Lincoln’s TV and film work includes: Sex and the City (HBO), The Bill (Carlton TV), Unique Species (Channel Five), Charlie (Midas Films), The Alan Clark Diaries (BBC TV), and Murphy’s Law (Thames TV). Lincoln is also a writer and independent filmmaker. He has made four documentaries, one of which, Speak Easy, won the 2010 LA Film Awards. He is an immigrant from the UK and incredibly proud to be an American Citizen.

JAMES LAVENDER (Leonato, Company) trained at Rose Bruford College of Theatre & Performance in Kent, UK. He has appeared in many Aquila Theatre performances, including: The Tempest & Wuthering Heights (2014-15); A Female Philoctetes (2014); Twelfth Night & Fahrenheit 451 (2013-14); The Importance of Being Earnest & Macbeth (2011-12); As You Like It & An Enemy of the People (2010). James’ other theatre credits include: Henry V (Antic Disposition); Much Ado About Nothing (Lord Chamberlain’s Men); Cinderella, Peter Pan & Jack & The Beanstalk (Sheringham Little Theatre); Adventures in Wonderland & Supermarket Shakespeare (Teatro Vivo); Aladdin (Hazlitt Theatre); Twelfth Night, The Comedy of Errors & The Importance of Being Earnest (Oxford Shakespeare Company); Jack & The Beanstalk (Millfied Theatre) Headlines (Battersea Arts Centre); Sleeping Beauty (Georgian Theatre Royal); Jack & The Beanstalk (Prince of Wales Theatre, Cannock); The Jungle Book (Birmingham Stage Company); The Two Gentlemen of Verona (Greenwich Playhouse); Plebians Rehearse the Uprising (Arcola Theatre); Macbeth & The Taming of the Shrew (British Shakespeare Company); Hamlet & As You Like It (Groundlings Theatre Company); Scar Tissue (Man In The Moon Theatre). His television credit includes: The Golden Hour (ITV).

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PALMYRA MATTNER (Beatrice, Company) is a Syrian/German graduate from the conservatory program at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. She grew up on the Middle Eastern island of Bahrain where she made her first foray into the world of acting by participating in local theatre. Having played parts from ‘Mary Adams’ in Amanda Whittington’s Be My Baby, to ‘Penelope Toop’ in Philip King’s See How They Run, she received a diverse taste of roles under her belt. During her time in New York, Palmyra has expanded her acting portfolio to include: ‘Beatrice’ in Much Ado About Nothing, ‘Ranevskaya’ in The Cherry Orchard, ‘Zinaida’

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING in Ivanov, ‘The Captain’ in Commedia Extravaganza, ‘Little Stone’ in Euridyce, as well as multiple roles in The Winter’s Tale. She has also had the opportunity to perform self-written pieces with the Stella Adler Studio’s Outreach at the Phoenix House, as well as originating the role of ‘Mother’ in Fay Simpson’s adaptation of Raymond Carver’s Scotty.

DESIREE SANCHEZ (Director/Adaptor) directed and adapted Aquila’s 2015/ 2016 productions of Romeo and Juliet, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Philoctetes. Past productions she has directed and adapted include: The Tempest and Wuthering Heights for the 2014/2015 season, Twelfth Night and Fahrenheit 451 for the 2013/2014 season, A Female Philoctetes at BAM Fisher’s Hillman Studio, The Taming of the Shrew and Cyrano de Bergerac for the 2012/2013 season, Herakles at BAM in March 2013 and the Festival of the Aegean in Syros, Greece and the Michael Cacoyannis Foundation in Athens in July, 2012, Macbeth and The Importance of Being Earnest for the 2011/2012 season, and Six Characters in Search of an Author for the 2010/2011 season; created movement for Aquila’s A Very Naughty Greek Play (Aristophanes’ Wasps), Catch-22, Julius Caesar, The Iliad: Book One, and The Comedy of Errors; performed in The Iliad: Book One at the Festival of the Aegean in Syros, Greece; and was the lead teaching artist for Aquila’s Shakespeare Leaders program in Harlem. Desiree had a twenty-year dancing career including working as a principal dancer for the Metropolitan Opera Ballet where she worked under the direction of numerous directors and choreographers including Francesca Zambello, Mark Lamos, Doug Varone, John Dexter, Franco Zeffirelli, Julie Taymor and Andrei Konchalovsky. Other companies and choreographers she has worked with include the Boston Ballet, Neo Labos Dancetheatre, Donald Byrd/The Group, Sean Curran, Gelsey Kirkland, Bill T. Jones, Heidi Latsky, Eun Me Ahn in Korea, and Robert La Fosse.

She performed for the Papermill Playhouse as a featured dancer in the musicals Carousel and The King and I. She has also taught at Long Island University as a visiting associate professor of dance, and has a Certificate of Movement Therapy from The New School.

PETER MEINECK (Lighting Designer) founded Aquila Theatre in 1991 and worked extensively in theater in London, New York and throughout Europe. He has produced and/ or directed more than 50 professional productions of classic drama and has lit many of Aquila’s shows. Favorites include: Iliad (1999), Cyrano (2001), Catch-22 (2009), Macbeth (2011), Fahrenheit 451 (2013). He is currently Professor of Classics in the Modern World at New York University where he specializes in ancient performance and the application of cognitive science to the study of the ancient world. Peter has published widely on ancient drama and culture including several volumes of translations of ancient plays with Hackett Publishing. He is also Honorary Professor of Humanities at the University of Nottingham.

He is a graduate of University College London (BA hons. Ancient World Studies) and the University of Nottingham (PhD Classics). Peter also serves as a Firefighter Captain and EMT in Westchester, NY. JAMES MCDANIEL (Costume Designer) is grateful to be returning to Aquila for the 2016-17 Season after having designed the Capulet parachute dress for Aquila’s 2015-16 production 19

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING of Romeo & Juliet. James is currently the Assistant Costumer at Syracuse Stage and the Costume Coordinator for Syracuse University. James has a Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design and Technology from The University of Houston and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre from the University of Oklahoma. At The University of Houston, he designed Our Lady of 121st Street, Mother Courage and Her Children, The Philadelphia Story, The Narrator and Brick Wall. Other Houston designs include MacBeth for Stark Naked Theatre Company and Tea and Sympathy for Back Porch Players. James has also designed costumes for two full-length modern dance productions, Regifting Lions, choreographed by Toni Valle and Catalina Molnari, and Shifting Spaces, choreographed by Theresa Chapman and featuring the artwork of artist Lucinda Cobley.

ALEX DUNCKER (Assistant Stage Manager) is originally from Jackson Hole, WY, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Technical Theatre from the University of Vermont. Now based out of New York as a Stage Manager and freelance Sound Designer, Alex is thrilled to join the Aquila Theatre team to continue her career of innovative theatre-making. Her most recent endeavors include Sound Designer for Iron Crow Theatre Company in Baltimore and her fourth consecutive year as Production Stage Manager and Technician for the Jackson Hole Playhouse. In addition to her professional career, Alex also created, wrote, and directed a devised theatre project titled Pregnant with Famous that she plans to continue working on in the future and served as a Student Ambassador for the Global Art Corps.

ROBERT ROGERS (Technical Director) has been involved in Technical Theatre for over ten years and served as Technical Director for Aquila’s 2016 Spring and 2014-15 Tour Seasons.

His most recent endeavors include Production Manager/ Technical Director for Penobscot Theatre and Technical Director for Gretna Theatre. He has also been everything from Assistant Tent Boss for the Zerbini Circus to a Chief Pilot of Maintenance at a $2.5 million dollar helium balloon in Tennessee. Additionally, Bob spent time in Qinhuangdao, China, where he was the Technical Director for an international cooperation project for the theme park show: Snow White’s Birthday Adventure!

Aquila Theatre’s mission is to make classical works accessible to the greatest number and is now celebrating its 25th Anniversary. A play becomes ‘classical’ because we recognize that after a time it transcends the original culture it was created for. It retains the power to provoke the central question of what it means to be human. As a company dedicated to the classics, we feel a responsibility to acknowledge and explore newfound classical works.

Aquila was founded in London in 1991 by Peter Meineck. In 1997 Aquila became a US nonfor-profit organization and is currently based in New York. Aquila’s programs include:

THOMAS P. SWETZ (Production Manager) holds a Bachelor of Arts in Theater Arts – Performance Option from Western Connecticut State University. Tom’s training is varied from Stage Combat to Voice, Acting to Technical Direction. For the last 24 years, Tom has owned a dance studio in Lagrangeville, NY with his wife, Jacqueline. He is a proud member of the New York State Theater Educators Association (NYSTEA); the Society of American Fight Directors (SAFD), where he is a certified Combatant in Single Sword, Broadsword and Shield; and, the Society of American Magicians (SAM). He has worked on the NBC series Mercy, the Harrison Ford movie, Morning Glory, and the Showtime series, The Big C. Tom spent three years performing for Hersheypark, with his last year in a show he wrote, produced, directed and performed. Tom is also the Scenic Designer/Technical Director at Arlington High School in Lagrangeville, NY. He has been a professional magician for 35 years. For more info please see www.redmagik.com.

DANA GAL (Company Stage Manager) hails from the Midwest. After earning a Bachelor of Arts from Arizona State University and doing her stage management fellowship at American Conservatory Theater in San Francisco, she continued to work in the Bay Area and various summer stocks on the east coast. Since moving to New York a few years ago, she has been working with Third Rail Projects on their hit productions Then She Fell and The Grand Paradise. Dana is thrilled to work with Aquila Theatre Company on her first tour.

ALEXA HAYNES (Costume Technician) is a recent graduate of WCSU. Her credits include costume designing WCSU’s Under the Lid and The Snow Queen, as well as being the assistant to the designer for WCSU’s Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.

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AQUILA THEATRE

PRODUCTIONS IN NEW YORK CITY: Aquila is a major part of New York’s theatrical landscape, producing a regular season of plays. We are very excited to announce Aquila’s New York City season at the Brooklyn Academy of Music Fisher Hillman Studio Brooklyn, April 2017, featuring a new play, The Trojan War: Our Warrior Chorus, based on the writings of Homer, Aeschylus, Euripides, Sophocles and reimagined through the experiences of modern day military veterans. Aquila recently produced: Romeo and Juliet, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Philoctetes at GK ArtsCenter in Brooklyn, a staged workshop production of A Female Philoctetes at BAM Fisher’s Hillman Studio as part of our YouStories program, Euripides’ Herakles at BAM, Shakespeare’s Macbeth at the GYM at Judson, Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Pirandello’s Six Characters in Search of an Author, Shakespeare’s As You Like It and Ibsen’s An Enemy of the People at the Skirball Center for the Performing Arts at New York University, and Joseph Heller’s Catch-22 and Homer’s The Iliad: Book One Off-Broadway at the Lucille Lortel Theatre.

A MAJOR ANNUAL NATIONAL TOUR: Aquila is the foremost producer of touring classical theatre in the United States, visiting 50-60 American cities per year. Aquila’s most recent past touring seasons include: Romeo and Juliet and Doyle’s The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes (2015/2016); The Tempest and Brontë’s Wuthering Heights (2014/2015); Twelfth Night and Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 (2013/2014); Taming of the Shrew and Rostand’s Cyrano de Bergerac (2012/2013); Macbeth and Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest (2011/2012); A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Pirandello’s Six Characters in Search of an Author (2010/2011); As You Like It and Ibsen’s An Enemy of the People (2009/2010); Aquila’s 2016/2017 season will be its Silver Jubilee and will include Much Ado About Nothing, Christie’s Murder on the Nile and a new play, The Trojan War: Our Warrior Chorus, based on the writings of Homer, Aeschylus, Euripides, Sophocles and reimagined through the experiences of modern day military veterans.

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MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING INTERNATIONAL PERFORMANCES: Aquila has appeared in numerous festivals and at venues around the world including performances in London, Holland, Germany, Greece, Scotland, Canada, Bermuda and at the Festival of the Aegean in Syros, Greece and the Michael Cacoyannis Foundation in Athens. Most recently Aquila performed A Female Philoctetes in Athens, Greece and Shakespeare’s The Tempest at New York University’s campus, La Pietra, in Florence, Italy as part of their summer event series.

EDUCATION PROGRAMS: Aquila is dedicated to theatre arts education and produces three major initiatives: Workshop America, a nationwide program that provides an opportunity for people to share in the art of Aquila; Theatre Breakthrough, which brings America’s schools to the stage; and Shakespeare Leaders, an after-school program that enables inner-city students to perform the classics at Frederick Douglas Academy in Harlem, NYC. WARRIOR CHORUS A national initiative that trains veterans to present innovative public programs based on ancient literature, presented in partnership with the National Endowment for the Humanities. Warrior Chorus is currently running in New York, Los Angeles and Austin.

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MIKHAIL SEN

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Stage Manager

Shruti Merchant

Aruna Poojary

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Vaibhavi Merchant

Shruti Merchant

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TANVI PATIL

SADHWI MAJUMDER

MOHSIN SHAIKH

SNEHA SINGH

RAHUL SONAWANE

SHRADDHA DANDGE

ASHISH VAKANI

KIRAN WAGHCHAWRE

PRIYA SHETTY

NIRAJ LAMA

SAHIL MAYENKAR

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Erik Birkeland Make-up Artist

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CAST Narrator ........................................................................................ Mr. Mikhail Sen Arjun ............................................................................................. Mr. Hiten Shah Kareena Kaboom .............................................................................. Ms. Tanvi Patil

Male Dance Performers Ashish Gakwad, Ashish Vakani, Devendra Singh, Gaurav Pathak, Himanshu Parihar, Kiran Waghchawre, Mohsin Shaikh, Niraj Lama, Rahul Sonawane, Sahil Mayenkar, Suresh Chavan

Female Dance Performers Ankita Sheth, Beena Patel, Hetal Seta, Kavita Khillare, Khushbu Vakani, Puja Banarji, Priya Shetty, Reshma Belose, Sadhwi Majumder, Shraddha Dandge, Sneha Singh

CHANDAN RAINA

ANISH KALE

ADVADOOTH PHADKE

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TAJ EXPRESS: THE BOLLYWOOD MUSICAL A young aspiring Indian composer, Shankar, is given his first big break in the film business, to create the music for a brand new Bollywood movie, Taj Express. Music is the key factor in the success of a Bollywood movie. Shankar dreams of writing a song as successful as A.R. Rahman’s Oscar winning smash hit Jai Ho in the movie Slumdog Millionaire. ‘Jai Ho’ means “Be victorious”, and writing the music for the movie Taj Express is Shankar’s big opportunity to claim his own victory.

MOHSIN SHAIKH (Male Dance Performer) Mohsin is the definition of raw dancing talent. His body can send chills to the audience, his dance moves can leave the audience taken aback.

Shankar invites the audience into his studio and his creative world, to share the secrets of how this Bollywood movie is made. He takes the audience through the script, page by page, making the music for each character and event in this roller-coaster romance. He must write music for passionate dance numbers, thrilling fight scenes, dramatic car crashes and high energy celebrity parties in the first act. Then he must create the score for the stunning landscape of a train journey, ritualistic dances, festival celebrations and some dramatic revelations in the second act.

RAHUL SONAWANE (Male Dance Performer) Rahul was a part of India’s first ever Hip-Hop crew which was also the finalist of “India’s Got Talent Season 1”. With a personal fascination for Hip-Hop and being from a family that loves Bollywood, he is well trained in Hip-Hop and Bollywood and has been dancing for the past 13 years. He also has an avid interest in music and plans to get into sound engineering and music production in the future.

WHO’S WHO

ASHISH GAKWAD (Male Dance Performer) Ashish is a professionally trained Bollywood, Contemporary, Hip-Hop performer. He is also good at Kalaripayatu- a martial arts style originating from South India.

MIKHAIL SEN (Narrator) Mikhail is an actor trained at Drama Centre, London and The Boris Shchukin Theatre Institute, Moscow. He has worked across film, television and theatre with well known directors such as Derek Bond, Daniele Bartolini, Mahesh Dattani, Anna - Helena McLean and Kussum Haider, among others. His body of work also involves collaborative productions with companies like the Royal Court (U.K) and MoonFool Theatre (U.K). Recent credits include: The Stranger, Legend of Lovers, 9 Jakhoo Hill, Flypaper Trap and The Love of the Nightingale.

HITEN SHAH (Arjun) Having been so deeply involved with dance since his childhood, he never realized when dance became the language he spoke. He caved his way to Bollywood being a dancer for the past decade. He has performed meticulously around the world in Bollywood’s leading musicals, movies & stage shows. The experience has not just added to his growth but also gave him the opportunity to lead. He looks forward to entertain the world with his best performances for years to come.

TANVI PATEL (Kareena Kaboom) Tanvi is a performer trained in Jazz, Hip Hop, Indian Folk & Bollywood. She feels dance is a communication of the body and the soul and to express that is too deep to find in words. The nuances of stage- the music, the lights, the sweat, the extravagant costumes and last but not least the applause by the audience is what it takes to quench her thirst as a performer.

SADHWI MAJUMDER (Female Dance Performer) Sadhwi has been trained in Kathak since the age of 4 and Bharathnatyam since the age of 6 by the best Gurus in the respective fields.

She has a keen interest in different dance styles such as Contemporary, Folk & Bollywood.

She was in the top 10 of India’s premier dance reality show Dance India Dance Season 5 and was the finalist in India’s Dancing Superstar.

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SNEHA SINGH (Female Dance Performer) Sneha is a performer trained in Bharathnatyam, Salsa & Hip Hop, with a keen interest in the performing arts. She has performed thrice at the World Salsa Championships. She was also in the Top 10 of So You Think You Can Dance-India.

SHRADDHA DANDGE (Female Dance Performer) Trained in Bollywood & Indian Folk since childhood, Shraddha knows what it needs to bring the oomph to the dance floor .

KIRAN WAGHCHAWRE (Male Dance Performer) Bollywood, Hip Hop, Indian, Krump- you name it and he does it PRIYA SHETTY (Female Dance Performer) Priya is a pure Bollywood dancer featuring in several Bollywood films.

NIRAJ LAMA (Male Dance Performer) Niraj was a member of the “Desi Hoppers” crew that represented India at the World Dance Championship in Los Angeles, returning home with the Crowd Favorite trophy. He also featured in Americas Got Talent Season 11 and is proficient in Hip-Hop, B-Boy and Bollywood.

SAHIL MAYENKAR (Male Dance Performer) Sahil has been dancing since the age of 3 and has featured in several of Indias dance shows. Versatile at Hip Hop, Popping, Latin and Bollywood.

HANDAN RAINA (Guitarist) Chandan has been playing the guitar for the past 15 years and has performed with top Indian bands such as 2Blue, Luke Kenny, Bhaskar Collective, Samved & Gaurav Dagaonkar.

ANISH KALE (Percussionist) Anish Kale’s element of sound includes Techno House, Minimal Techno, Progressive House, Commercial, Psychedelic, Euro house, Dutch house, Glitch hop & Bollywood and has been in the industry for more than 12 years now.

The first instrument he started playing at the age of 13 was Bongos, the other instruments that he performs on are the Darbuka, Djembe, Rotos, Snare, Duff, Congos, Tom and Tabla. He has also perfomed with the stalwarts of Indian music such as Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Ghazi Khan, Sukhbir .

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TAJ EXPRESS: THE BOLLYWOOD MUSICAL AVADOOTH PHADKE (Flautist) Avadooth is a fourth generation flautist. He is classically trained under the guidance of Pt. Rupak Kulkarni. Music has been his passion since the childhood.

Avadhoot has performed with Ustad Taufik Qureshi and Maestro Louiz Banks.

CREATIVE TEAM SHRUTI MERCHANT (Producer/Director) Shruti Merchant began her career assisting her sister Vaibhavi Merchant in films like Dhoom, Lakshya, Baghban, Kuch Na Kaho, Kal Ho Na Ho, Devdas and Jab Tak Hai Jaan. She made her debut as a Choreographer and won the Big Entertainment Award for best Choreography for the song “Thug Le” from “Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl”.

Prior to directing Taj Express, she toured with travelling musicals for over five years as a touring choreographer. She has performed in countries like Australia, UK, Switzerland, South Africa, Spain, France, Singapore and the United States to name a few and it was during this time that she experienced the global theatre scene first-hand. Touring internationally she has gained experience and knowledge in the field of direction and production of stage shows.

With Taj Express, she has created a path-breaking song, dance and drama extravaganza that will entertain and enthral audiences of all ages, world-over. Shruti hopes to have Taj Express tour in every big and small city around the world - to give audiences a true flavor of India.

VAIBHAVI MERCHANT (Director of Choreography) Vaibhavi Merchant is one of Bollywood’s leading dance choreographers. The grand daughter of pioneering Indian choreographer Shri B Hiralal, Vaibhavi’s journey with dance began at an early age. During her career, Vaibhavi has choreographed dance numbers in numerous hit Bollywood films. She has been awarded a National Film Award for her choreography in ‘Dhol Baaje’ from Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. Her recent hits include Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, Dhoom-3, Fan, Sultan and Befikre. Vaibhavi was also the choreography director for The Merchants of Bollywood, which has been touring globally for the past ten years.

With Taj Express, Vaibhavi has worked towards bringing the magic of the story on stage through the expression and grace of various dance forms.

PRANAV MERCHANT (Executive Producer) Pranav Merchant has spent his life building businesses in varied industries including Real Estate, Entertainment etc. and guiding them to profitability. His passion for the International Musical Business brings Pranav on board the Taj Express, where he hopes to introduce audiences in India and abroad to the true essence of India while creating a global platform to showcase Indian talent.

As the Executive Producer, Pranav has been dedicated to getting some of the Indian entertainment industry’s most gifted talents involved in Taj Express. Pranav’s vision for Taj Express to perform in every country around the world and to evolve the show into seasons that will have audiences hungry for more every time it’s back in town.

TOBY GOUGH (Writer) An award-winning international music theatre writer and director, Toby Gough is the creator of hit musicals such as The Merchants of Bollywood, The Bar at 32

TAJ EXPRESS: THE BOLLYWOOD MUSICAL Buena Vista, Lady Salsa, Soy de Cuba, Hemingway’s Havanat x and Havana Rumba! He is also currently working on two new musicals- Miami Libre with Cuban artists living in Miami in collaboration with the Grammy-nominated super group Tiempo Libre and a new hip-hop project, in the Dharavi Slums of Mumbai. He recently produced The Cuban Gypsy Project album with world music guru Damian Draghici and other legends of Cuban and Gypsy music.

Toby is director of Brazil!Brazil!, Irish Celtic and Irish Celtic Generations Musical. He has created pioneering community engagement, conflict transformation projects in Sri Lanka, Yugoslavia, Africa and Australia. He directs a world music theatre venue- The World Festival, in collaboration with Brian Cox and Peter Gabriel, which won the Spirit of the Festival lifetime achievement award.

He is also the recipient of five Scotsman First Prize Awards at The Edinburgh Festival and two Spirit of the Festival Awards, two Total Theatre Awards, the Guardian International Theatre Award and has been nominated for a Grammy Award for his work with Tanzanian musicians, the Zawose Family.

SALIM & SULAIMAN MERCHANT (Music Composers) Salim and Sulaiman are a renowned Indian music composer duo credited with a host of chart-topping hits. In the past decade the duo have composed music for blockbuster Bollywood flicks such as Chak De India, Fashion, Neal ‘n’ Nikki and Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi to name a few.

With the title track of the Taj Express which was composed exclusively for the show, Salim and Sulaiman have created a score that features traditional Indian sounds while maintaining a global flavour.

ABHIJIT VAGHANI (Music Director) Having started his career with fun and spunky jingles, Abhijit Vaghani made a beeline into mainstream Bollywood, scoring absolutely thrilling and record-breaking backgrounds and tracks in Blockbusters. His eccentric sense of style and individuality equipped the scenes with precision and character. Interpreting visual scenes into matriculate sounds comes naturally to this promising young musician.

His productions are greatly appreciated and acknowledged not only within the Bollywood Film industry and its audiences, but internationally as well. The national and international acclaim that he has achieved in such a short span of time only proves his dedication and passion for the world of music. His work as a music producer in latest hit moviesSarabjit, Fan, Ki & Ka, Kapoor & Sons and Bajirao Mastani displays inspirational productions, which reflect his passion, drive and the ability to create unimaginable harmony.

BIPIN TANNA (Costume Designer) Taj Express is Bipin Tanna’s second experience with a musical on stage in addition to various Bollywood movies and TV shows.

Designing costumes for the show was an extensive and intriguing project which resulted in over 1000 costumes and more than 500 accessories featuring exquisite details, colours, glamour and bling. One of the goals is to put Indian textiles on the international map and the Taj Express is as much a journey through the vast array of Indian textiles as it is through India.

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THE STORY Taj Express is the love story between Kareena, a beautiful actress, and Arjun, a handsome hero of the streets. At first it seems that they are both from opposite worlds, but their love for dance brings them together. Arjun rescues young people from the streets and offers them a training in classical dance. Kareena longs for freedom from the pressures of being a celebrity as well as a showbiz relationship that her producer is forcing her to adopt for publicity. Deep in her heart she is searching for fulfillment. The story of Goddess Saraswati is the allegory for her story, the pursuit of knowledge through rejection of material possessions and subsequent escape from the clutches of Lord Brahma. Arjun knows the path she must take to find enlightenment. She must rediscover the essence of dance, poetry and meditation and the meaning of true love. For this discovery, she must leave Bollywood and the world she knows behind.

Travelling on board one of India’s iconic steam engines, Arjun and Kareena escape on a thrilling adventure across this colourful, exotic and magical land. The journey takes them from the film studios of Mumbai, to the southernmost tip of India, from the temples of Varanasi to the fields of Punjab, ending with a fabulous wedding in the Royal Palaces of Rajasthan.

No Bollywood story is complete without a villain and this story is no different. Shakaal, an underground Mob Boss, has a vendetta against Arjun and a mission to bring Kareena back to Bollywood or destroy them both.

In the final dramatic encounter, Shakaal is defeated and Arjun is revealed to be an undercover Prince who marries Kareena in a fabulous, opulent, Indian wedding.

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Creative Team And Credits Don P. Roberts..................................................................................... Creator, Director, and CEO Brian Snell................................................Assistant Musical Director, Drum Major and Cast Manager Jacques Bell................................................................ Assistant Show Director and Choreographer Larry Allen................................................................................................... Percussion Director Slater Thorpe Iii........................................................................................Host and Vocal Coach Reginald Brayon..................................................................... Technical Director / Stage Manager Xavier Pierce.................................................................................................. Lighting Designer Jerry Johnson................................................................................................. Costume Designer Theryn Knight............................................................................................. Lighting Technician Keith “Kd” Morley........................................................................................... Sound Technician De’andra Dominique....................................................... Director of Communications and Outreach Samantha Terry.........................................................................................Marketing Coordinator Vanity Hill ......................................................................................................... Graphic Artist Raymond Rolle Ii.........................................................................................................Arranger Keven Shepherd...........................................................................................................Arranger Nicholas Thomas..........................................................................................................Arranger Quentin Goins.............................................................................................................Arranger Lindsey Sarjeant..........................................................................................................Arranger Don P. Roberts............................................................................................................ Producer Reginald Brayon......................................................................................................... Producer

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DRUMLine Live, the show-stopping attraction created by the musical team behind 20th Century Fox’s hit movies, Drumline and Drumline: A New Beat, has already paraded onto some of the biggest theatre stages in America, Japan, and Korea. After performing over 300 shows since 2009, it’s time for a BRAND NEW show, with new music and choreography.

The Legendary Historically Black College and University (HBCU) band experience comes alive with this world-class cast of percussionists, musicians and dancers. Be prepared to laugh, sing, dance, and cry because Drumline Live is a high-octane musical roller coaster ride that will hit every emotion in your body.

Complete with dazzling choreography and an explosive percussion, Drumline Live is a thrilling spectacle that pays homage to the show-style marching popularized at historically black colleges and universities. With musical highlights from hip-hop, American soul, gospel, and jazz to name a few, Drumline Live blends genres. Drumline Live combines a unique style of drumming, mesmerizing musicianship, and lively choreography create a production never before seen on stage.

CAST Antoine Gibson.................................................................... (Saxophone), Florida A&M University Naderah Munajj............................................................ (Dancer / Vocalist), Florida A&M University Kayla Cox.................................................................... (Dancer / Vocalist), Florida A&M University Isaiah "Crow Ike" Ellis..................................................................... (Drum Set), Benedict College Cadrick Smith...................................................................... (Euphonium), Florida A&M University Paul Woods...................................................................... (Percussion), Kentucky State University Tevin Williams................................................................ (Percussion / Vocalist), Prairie View A&M Marcus Joyner.........................................................(Percussion), North Carolina Central University Bernard Smith......................................................................(Percussion) Norfolk State University Jean Vilpin............................................................................. (Trumpet), Florida A&M University Kadeem Chambers........................................................... (Sousaphone) Kennesaw State University Loubins Richard................................................................. (Sousaphone) Berklee College Of Music Elijah Thompson.................................................................... (Trumpet), Jackson State University Larry J. Allen................................(Creative Staff/Percussion Director/Trumpet & Percussion Player),

Prairie View A&M University Mychal Moss........................................................................(Trombone), Jackson State University Lomario Marchman............................................................... (French Horn) Florida A&M University Matthew Ashraf................................................................... (Trombone), Alabama A&M University Da'shon Hayes.................................................................... (French Horn), Florida A&M University Alicia Dixon.................................................................. (Dancer / Vocalist), University Of Georgia Cormesha Johnson.................................................................... (Dancer), Clark Atlanta University Reuben Ahukanna...................................................... Trombone), North Carolina Central University Joshua Dandridge................................................................. (Euphonium), Florida A&M University Rhandal Jackson.................................................................... (Trumpet), Alabama A&M University Honesty Brennan...........................................(Trumpet / Dancer / Vocalist), Florida A&M University Anthony Scott......................................................................... (Trumpet), Florida A&M University Edwin Blakley.......................................................... (Trombone / Clarinet), Florida A&M University Jacques Bell...........................(Saxophone / Choreographer / Michael Jackson), University of Georgia Sheldon Quick....................................................................... (Trumpet), Florida A & M University Brian Snell....................................................(Drum Major / Creative Team), Florida A&M University Slater Thorpe....................................(Host / Lead Vocalist / Creative Team), Florida A&M University

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A LOVELY DAY (HBCU Tailgating)

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When you wake up at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), a LOVELY DAY typically awaits you, highlighted by beautiful sights and sounds, especially when you are “Tailgating” on GAME DAY as you count down to “HALFTIME.”

At HBCUs the best musical moments sometimes occur on the football field before or after band practice. Watch our virtuoso drummers, dancers, and musicians express themselves through music and dance (Inspired by Director, Jean Paul Goode).

SHOUT IT OUT

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Our drum majors will give you a little razzle and dazzle just to get things started. Be prepared for a big “SHOCK” as the band gives a high-energy rendition of “Shout It Out” from the hit movie, Drumline, during our pregame PEP RALLY.

Ladies and Gentlemen, you are about to witness the sensational, the astounding, the breathtaking, and “The Greatest Show On Stage!” Nothing can prepare you for what you are about to see. Enjoy “HALFTIME” with a special salute to PRINCE!

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What artists have influenced today’s marching bands? Be prepared for a lesson in “Music History” as our Drumline Live vocalists and dancers take you back in time to the 1950’s through 2000’s, featuring the sounds of some of America’s greatest performers.

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(The Best of Michael Jackson) Michael Jackson brought his amazing talents to the football field through his performance at Super Bowl XXVII and halftimes have never been the same. Be prepared to “Beat It” with Drumline Live as we give you a “Thriller” highlight reel from the King of Pop.

DRUMLINE BLING These drummers are hip and magical. Check out their flashy stick work as they perform drumline cadences to the top tunes of today’s hip-hop music.

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has been influenced by the sounds of jazz, ragtime and big band music. Snap your fingers as you watch our old school marching band perform classics popularized by musicians of the early 20th century.

The drum battle begins with each extraordinary percussionist demonstrating spectacular style and technique. However, there can only be one champion.

We’ll let the audience decide!

FUNKY FOOT WORK “From Funk to Hip-Hop”

The Drumline Live band will climax the “Halftime” dance routine with dazzling choreography and musical selections that highlight the best of the ‘80s, ‘90s and 2000’s Hip-Hop music.

COME JOIN THE PARADE “Post Game Party”

As the football game ends, the POST GAME PARTY begins. Most HBCU homecoming parades and post game parties resemble the huge street celebration in New Orleans, Louisiana called Mardi Gras. It’s time for everybody to join the parade and party in the aisles with the Drumline Live Band, HBCU style! Meet us in the Lobby!!

DON P. ROBERTS (Founder/Musician/Educator/Entrepreneur) Mr. Don P. Roberts, M.M.Ed. served as the Executive Band Consultant for the twentieth century fox hit movie, Drumline. He was responsible for training the actors, writing the precision drills, rehearsing the band, etc. As the chief band consultant, he played a vital role in the making of Drumline and its success. The movie received national and international acclaim. In 2003, it was nominated by the naacp as “most outstanding motion picture” and also nominated for an “american choreography award” for outstanding achievement in a feature film. Mr. Roberts also serves as the president and ceo, director, playwright, and creator of the critically acclaimed theatrical production, Drumline Live, which toured all across the U.S., Japan, and korea from 2008-2013. The Drumline Live tour was managed by Columbia Artist Management Incorporated (CAMI). Drumline Live is now working in collaboration with the Creative Booking Agency (CBA) in preparation for the upcoming 2017 tour.

Don P. Roberts received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) in Tallahassee, Florida. While at FAMU, he served as drum major, student conductor, and student arranger in what is considered to be one of the finest band programs in America. He received a Master’s Degree in Music Education from Jacksonville State University in Jacksonville, Alabama. Presently, Mr. Roberts is pursuing a Doctorate Degree in Administration from Argosy University in Sarasota, Florida.

JACQUES A. BELL (Choreographer) Known as the “Jacques” of all trades, he has grown to encompass a multifaceted range of talents from dance and choreography to music, theater, and film. Originally from Montego Bay, Jamaica, Mr. Bell relocated to Long Island, New York, where at a tender age he began to exhibit a noticeable love for the arts. Years later he again relocated to his current home of Atlanta, Georgia where as a high school student, he received countless accolades as an instrumentalist, performing in some of Georgia’s most accomplished student and professional ensembles. This foundation in music was further augmented at the University of Georgia where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from the Hugh Hodgson School of Music and became a highly sought-after Musician, Music Educator, and Clinician.

While quickly gaining recognition for his work with industry personalities such as Def Jam recording artist, Ne-Yo, Mr. Bell began to receive numerous high profile opportunities in Music Videos, Television, and Stage Productions, with his work being showcased on major television networks including MTV, BET, and VH1.

He has similarly been afforded the opportunity to work with noted aggregations such as the Atlanta Falcons Cheerleaders, the Atlanta Hawks “A Town” Dancers, and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. Jacques is highly motivated in perfecting his craft and is currently the Principal Saxophonist of the Atlanta Wind Symphony and director of the Gwinnett School of Dance Hip-Hop department.

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THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE CONCERT BAND The United States Air Force Concert Band is the premier symphonic wind ensemble of the United States Air Force. Stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., it is the largest of six musical ensembles that comprise The United States Air Force Band. Featuring 53 active duty Airmen musicians, the Concert Band performs throughout the United States via biannual tours, live radio, television and Internet broadcasts, as well as at local concerts across metropolitan Washington, D.C. Additionally, Concert Band members perform in smaller chamber ensembles at official military and civilian functions, education outreach events and local concert venues.

The Concert Band performs a wide variety of music ranging from classical transcriptions and original works to solo features, light classics, popular favorites and patriotic selections. Remaining true to the Air Force’s pioneering spirit, the ensemble is renowned as a champion of new works for band, with dozens of world premieres to its credit. It is in constant demand by many of the world’s most highly-respected professional musical organizations, including the American Bandmasters Association, Music Educators National Conference and The Midwest Clinic.

As part of The U.S. Air Force Band, the Concert Band honors those who have served, inspires American citizens to heightened patriotism and service, and positively impacts the global community on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the United States. The excellence demonstrated by these Airmen musicians is a reflection of the excellence displayed by Airmen stationed around the globe. Each member is proud to represent all Airmen, whose selfless service and sacrifices ensure the freedoms we enjoy as citizens of the United States of America.

THE SINGING SERGEANTS

The Singing Sergeants is the official chorus of the United States Air Force. Stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., the group is one of six musical ensembles that comprise The U.S. Air Force Band. Featuring 23 active duty Airmen musicians, the Singing Sergeants presents more than 200 performances annually performing a wide range of musical styles, from traditional Americana, opera, and choral standards to modern Broadway and jazz. The Singing Sergeants regularly perform with their instrumental combo and in smaller configurations, such as duets, Barbershop quartets and specialized musical ensembles, at military and civilian ceremonial and diplomatic functions, education outreach events and local concerts throughout metropolitan Washington, D.C. Originally formed as a men’s chorus in 1945 from the rank and file of The U.S. Army Air Forces Band, the Singing Sergeants became the first premier military chorus to integrate women in 1973. Today, the group’s members often perform for the Department of Defense and other high-level military and civilian functions, using music to bridge language and cultural differences and helping advance positive diplomatic relations through song. The chorus is regularly featured at regional and national music education conferences, including the American Choral Directors Association, the Music Educators National Conference and Chorus America. At varied venues, the Singing Sergeants reach a diverse audience with the beauty and power of music. As part of The U.S. Air Force Band, the Singing Sergeants honors those who have served, inspires American citizens to heightened patriotism and service, and positively impacts the global community on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the United States. The excellence demonstrated by these Airmen musicians is a reflection of the excellence displayed by Airmen stationed around the globe. Each member is proud to represent all Airmen, whose selfless service and sacrifices ensure the freedoms we enjoy as citizens of the United States of America.

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MAMMA MIA! THE FAREWELL TOUR

MAMMA MIA! THE FAREWELL TOUR Work Light Productions Executive Producer

Stephen Gabriel Present

THE ENSEMBLE

Joshua Taylor Hamilton, Matthew Janisse, Marcus John, Cori Cable Kidder, Gabriella Marchion, Luke Monday, Catherine Nickerson, Alicia Osborn, Carlina Parker, Yael Reich, Alex Sheets, Julia Cassandra Smith, Ian Taylor, Brian Whitehill

UNDERSTUDIES

Swings and understudies never substitute for listed performers Unless a specific announcement is made at the time of the appearance.

Book by

Production Designed by

Catherine Johnson

Mark Thompson

For Sophie Sheridan—Yael Reich, Julia Cassandra Smith For Ali—Gabriella Marchion, Carlina Parker For Lisa—Gabriella Marchion, Carlina Parker For Tanya—Catherine Nickerson, Alicia Osborn For Rosie—Cori Cable Kidder, Alicia Osborn For Donna Sheridan—Cori Cable Kidder, Catherine Nickerson For Sky—Luke Monday, Brian Whitehill For Pepper—Marcus John, Ian Taylor For Eddie—Juan Guillen, Marcus John For Harry Bright—Matthew Janisse, Alex Sheets For Bill Austin—Joshua Taylor Hamilton, Matthew Janisse For Sam Carmichael—Joshua Taylor Hamilton, Alex Sheets For Father Alexandrios—Alex Sheets

Lighting designed by

Sound designed by

Howard Harrison

Andrew Bruce & Bobby Aitken

Kylie Brunngraber, Juan Guillen, Stephanie Inglese, Danny Lopez

Music and Lyrics by

Benny Andersson Björn Ulvaeus and some songs with Stig Anderson

Musical Supervisor, Additional Material & Arrangements

Martin Koch Choreography

DANCE CAPTAIN Danny Lopez

THE BAND

Directed by

Anthony Van Laast

SWINGS

Phyllida Lloyd

Conductor/Keyboard—Kevin Casey Assistant Conductor/Keyboard—Chris Santillan Guitars—Alex Domschot, Jonathan Hawkins Bass—Kellie Nitz Drums—Derek Stoltenberg

CAST

(in order of appearance) Sophie Sheridan........................................................................................Lizzie Markson Ali.........................................................................................................Chloe Kounadis Lisa.............................................................................................................Niki Badua Tanya..................................................................................................... Cashelle Butler Rosie......................................................................................................... Sarah Smith Donna Sheridan.................................................................................. Betsy Padamonsky Sky..................................................................................................Dustin Harris Smith Pepper................................................................................................... Austin Michael Eddie..........................................................................................................Max Ehrlich Harry Bright............................................................................................... Andrew Tebo Bill Austin.................................................................................................. Marc Cornes Sam Carmichael...................................................................................... Shai Yammanee Father Alexandrios........................................................................Joshua Taylor Hamilton 58

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MAMMA MIA! THE FAREWELL TOUR

SCENES & MUSICAL NUMBERS in alphabetical order

NIKI BADUA

CASHELLE BUTLER

MARC CORNES

MAX EHRLICH

JOSHUA TAYLOR HAMILTON

CHLOE KOUNADIS

LIZZIE MARKSON

AUSTIN MICHAEL

BETSY PADAMONSKY

DUSTIN HARRIS SMITH

SARAH SMITH

ANDREW TEBO

SHAI YAMMANEE

MARCUS JOHN

KYLIE BRUNNGRABER

JUAN GUILLEN

STEPHANIE INGLESE

MATTHEW JANISSE

DANNY LOPEZ

GABRIELLA MARCHION

LUKE MONDAY

CORI CABLE KIDDER

“Chiquitita” “Dancing Queen” “Does Your Mother Know” “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!”

“Honey, Honey” “I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do” “I Have A Dream” “Knowing Me, Knowing You” “Lay All Your Love On Me” “Mamma Mia” “Money, Money, Money” “One Of Us” “Our Last Summer” “Slipping Through My Fingers” “S.O.S.” “Super Trouper” “Take A Chance On Me” “Thank You For The Music” “The Name Of The Game” “The Winner Takes It All” “Under Attack” “Voulez-Vous” On a Greek Island, a wedding is about to take place...

PROLOGUE Three months before the wedding

CATHERINE NICKERSON

ALICIA OSBORN

CARLINA PARKER

YAEL REICH

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ALEX SHEETS

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JULIA CASSANDRA SMITH

IAN TAYLOR

BRIAN WHITEHILL

ACT ONE The day before the wedding ACT TWO The day of the wedding

The use of any recording device, either audio or video, and the taking of photographs, either with or without flash, is strictly prohibited. Please turn off all electronic devices such as cellular phones, pagers and watches.

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WHO’S WHO BETSY PADAMONSKY (Donna) is overjoyed to be a part of the MM! farewell tour! Favorite roles: Joseph…Dreamcoat (Narrator), Cinderella (Portia), Grand Hotel (Raffaela), Godspell (Robin) and Shout! The Mod Musical (Orange Girl). Big thanks to Joy and WLP. Love to family, friends and most of all Ian, for the unwavering love and support!

LIZZIE MARKSON (Sophie) is thrilled to be making her national tour debut! Favorite credits: Next to Normal (Natalie), Cortland Repertory Theatre: West Side Story (Anybodys), A Chorus Line (Kristine). B.F.A. Elon University. Thanks to JDC, WLP and the creatives. Hugs and gratitude to Mom, Dad, family and friends for their unwavering support. lizziemarkson.com. @mizzielarkson.

CASHELLE BUTLER (Tanya) is thrilled to be returning to the island! Regional credits: The Marvelous Wonderettes (Cindy Lou), Young Frankenstein (Elizabeth), Parade (Lucille) and Legally Blonde (Paulette). University of Northern Colorado. Immense gratitude to JD Casting, WLP and creatives. Love to Mom, Dad, Shea, friends and family. cashelle-butler.com. @CashelleButler.

SARAH SMITH (Rosie) is thrilled to be back on the island for her third year! “Thanks to WLP, Joy Dewing and Nikki Grillos, I would not be here without you. Love to my family, my BFB’s, DJ and Harrison for keeping me weird.

And to our audience, we are here because of you, thank you.” Sarahsmithnyc.com.

MARC CORNES (Bill) is happy to be back on the island! National tour: Mamma Mia!, Peter and the Starcatcher. Marc would like to thank everyone at Work Light and Joy Dewing Casting. Love to Greg and his family. Follow on Twitter @Marc_Cornes and Instagram: marccornes. For Momma and Miller.

ANDREW TEBO (Harry) is ecstatic to be back on the island! National tours: The Fantasticks (Hucklebee), A Christmas Carol (Present). He’s worked regionally all over from South Florida to Alaska. BFA Musical Theatre-Southeast Missouri State University. Thank you to JD Casting. Love to family and friends! Follow him @andrew_tebo.

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SHAI YAMMANEE (Sam) has performed in musicals, operas, plays, pantomimes, cruise ships, film and television. From Australia to London, and now the U.S.A. Theatrical credits include Tom Collins (Rent), The Wolf/ Prince Charming (Into the Woods), Count Almaviva (The Marriage of Figaro), The West Australian Opera Company (Ensemble), Principle Vocalist (Jubilee!—Las Vegas).

DUSTIN HARRIS SMITH (Sky) is proud to return to the Greek Isles! Past favorites include American Idiot nat’l and int’l tour (Ensemble, u/s Tunny), Dogfight (Birdlace, NY regional premiere), Violet (Monty), Urinetown (Bobby), among many others. TV: “Meet the Browns.”

B.F.A. drama, NYU: Tisch. “Love to my Mama Mia, Dad, Brad and Merlin!” dustinhsmith.com.

NIKI BADUA (Lisa) is excited to be returning to Mamma Mia! Previous theater credits include Kim in Miss Saigon (Serenbe Playhouse), Mamma Mia! national tour 2015–2016 (Ensemble, u/s Ali, u/s Lisa), In the Heights (Ensemble). She sends her thanks to her mom, dad, friends and family, JDCasting and the Work Light team. nikibadua.com. @nikibadua.

CHLOE KOUNADIS (Ali). National tour debut! Hartt School graduate, B.F.A. music theater. Regional credits: Goodspeed, Little Theatre on the Square, La Comedia Theatre, Ivoryton Playhouse. International: Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Big thanks Mom, Dad, Katerina, Yiayia, Papou, Jake, D&W, friends, teachers and JDC. Phil 4:13. Follow Chloe: IG @choleekouna.

MAX EHRLICH (Eddie) is honored to return for his second year with Work Light. Regional theater credits: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers (Adam), Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike (Spike), The Nutcracker (Richmond Ballet). Max would like to thank his family for their love and a shout out to his VCU family.

AUSTIN MICHAEL (Pepper) is thrilled to return for farewell swims around “the island”! Select credits: Peter Pan (Cathy Rigby), Joseph…Technicolor Dreamcoat, Disneyland Resort. Seven show seasons in Branson, Miss. Loyola Marymount University, B.A. film production (Summa Cum Laude).

Thanks: God, family, Steven, JD Casting, Team Mamma Mia! Galatians 6:9. austinmichael.info.

KYLIE BRUNNGRABER (Swing) is thrilled to be returning to the island for a second year! A proud California native, she holds a B.A. in dance performance from Loyola Marymount University.

Regional: Memphis, Oklahoma! (Cabrillo Music Theatre). Endless love and gratitude to her family, friends and Work Light! kylie-b.com.

Company), Kill Move Paradise (Interact Theatre Company), iLLA: a hip hop musical (NYMF). “All love to Support 7 and my Twerps. As always, ‘Pray often, worry not!’” Marcusjohn.weebly.com.

CORI CABLE KIDDER (Ensemble u/s Donna, Rosie) An Arkansas native, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in musical theater from Ouachita Baptist University.

She has toured with the international sensation In the Mood and in 2015 she received an Ovation nomination for her performance as Patsy Cline in Always…Patsy Cline. coricablekidder.com.

JUAN GUILLEN (Swing, u/s Eddie) is excited to return to Mamma Mia! Regional: A Chorus Line (Al), Sunset Blvd (Myron), 25th Annual… (Leaf Coneybear), Aladdin A Musical Spectacular (Swing). Love to his friends and family for the constant support. Twitter: @ DANNY LOPEZ (Swing, Dance Captain) is very Juan_Guillen or Instagram: @juanguillenactor. excited to be touring with MM! Credits include La Cage aux Folles (Mercedes), A Chorus Line (Paul JOSHUA TAYLOR HAMILTON (Ensemble, San Marco), Grease (Roger), The Wizard of Oz u/s Sam, Bill, Father A). Past credits: Carmen (Tin Man), West Side Story, The Producers, 42nd (Remendado), Aida (Messenger), Chamber Street, Crazy for You. “Thanks to my family and Opera Chicago, da Cornetto Opera. Lead friends for your unwavering love and support!”

Male vocalist, Holland America and Princess Cruise Lines. Rent (Ensemble, The Welk GABRIELLA MARCHION (Ensemble, u/s Ali, Lisa).

Theatre), Monty Python’s Spamalot national National tour debut! Select credits: Cry-Baby, tour (Sir Dennis, Galahad, Concord), Les a Community world premiere (Allison), Damn Misérables (Enjolras, ITL Award, Performance Yankees (Lola), The Addams Family at Henegar Riverside), Ragtime (Ensemble, 3D Theatricals, Center of the Arts (Wednesday). MTSA Kennedy Musical Theatre West). “Hi Mom and Dad!” Center Theatre Arts Festival finalist and 2014 Irene Ryan nominee. Thanks to her family and friends STEPHANIE INGLESE (Swing) is excited to return who have supported her journey over the years! for another year with the Mamma Mia! national tour. Favorite credits include In the Heights LUKE MONDAY (Ensemble, u/s Sky). National (Vanessa), Peter Pan (Tigerlily), Legally Blonde tour debut! Regional: Hunchback of Notre Dame (Pilar), Spring Awakening (Martha) and West Side at Sacramento Music Circus, Rent at La Mirada, All Story (Anita). B.F.A. musical theater: California State Shook Up (Chad), Next to Normal (Gabe), Fiddler University, Fullerton. Special thanks to Dad, Mom, on the Roof (Perchik). International: Showroom at Nicki, Joey and Anthony. stephanieinglese.com. Sea for Holland America Line. Love always to Mom, Dad and JD. Thank you Dave! lukemonday.com.

MATTHEW JANISSE (Ensemble, u/s Bill, Harry).

National tour debut! Favorite credits: The Full CATHERINE NICKERSON (Ensemble, u/s Donna, Monty (Jerry), Carousel (Bill Bigelow), Shrek Tanya). National tour debut! Some favorite (Shrek), Into the Woods (Rapunzel’s Prince) and theater credits include South Pacific (Nellie R&H’s Cinderella (Jean-Michele). Thanks to the Forbush), White Christmas (Betty Haynes) and cast and crew, the creative team, Work Light and a Legally Blonde: The Musical (Brooke Wyndham). big thanks to his friends, family and to his Donald She would like to thank her Mom, Dad, family and friends for their endless love and support.

Duck! MatthewJanisse.com. @matthewnofilter.

B.F.A. music theater, UC Irvine. catnickerson.com.

MARCUS JOHN (Ensemble, u/s Eddie, Pepper) is thrilled to be returning for another year ALICIA OSBORN (Ensemble, u/s Rosie, Tanya). on the island! B.F.A.: University of the Arts. Regional: 9 to 5 (Judy); The Secret Garden (Martha); Regional: The Jungle Book (Arden Theatre Damn Yankees (Gloria Thorpe); I Love You, You’re 63

MAMMA MIA! THE FAREWELL TOUR Perfect, Now Change (Woman 2); The King and I (Anna Leonowens); Godspell (Joanne); and All Shook Up (Natalie/Ed). Proud AMDA grad. Love to family, friends, creatives and you for coming out to support live theater!

MAMMA MIA! THE FAREWELL TOUR Blonde (Kyle/The UPS Guy). B.F.A. in musical theater: California State University, Fullerton. “Huge thanks to my incredible family and friends for their endless love, support and insanity. brianwhitehill.com. @ brianwhitehill.

WILLIAM FERRY (Company Manager) has been very fortunate to work with some amazing companies and artists including Alwin Nikolais, Murray Louis, Alvin Ailey and Judith Jamison. His theatrical touring history includes Stomp (original cast and American tour), Little Shop of Horrors, Radio City Rockettes, Burn The Floor, Billy Elliot: The Musical and he is delighted to be able to add YAEL REICH (Ensemble, u/s Sophie) is thrilled to Mamma Mia! to the list. “Many thanks to my life be returning to Mamma Mia! Regional: Man of La partner and family for their love and support.”

Mancha (Aldonza), West Side Story (Anita), Annie (Lily), Smokey Joe’s Café (Brenda/Patti, Dance JON SATROM (Assistant Company Manager) is Captain), Winter Wonderettes (Suzy). University thrilled to be joining the Mamma Mia! family for of Florida: B.F.A. “Extreme love and gratitude to the farewell tour! Previous touring experience with ATB, JD, my incredible family, friends and support Work Light Productions includes A Year With Frog and Toad, The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley system!” yaelreich.com. and The Ant and the Elephant. He holds a Bachelor ALEX SHEETS (Ensemble, u/s Sam, Harry) is excited of Music degree from New York University. to be joining his first national tour with Mamma Mia! Regional credits include Leading Ladies, GENEVA MATTOON (Production Stage Manager) Bullshot Crummond, Pride and Prejudice, Smoke is excited to be returning to Mamma Mia! She on the Mountain. Proud Shenandoah University previously worked for The Colorado Shakespeare Graduate. “Thank you to all of my friends and Festival, The Cutting Ball Theater, The Juilliard Professional Internship Program. B.F.A. stage family for your constant love and support!” management, University of Colorado. Thanks to her JULIA CASSANDRA SMITH (Ensemble, u/s Sophie) wonderful family, especially Phoebe, her parents is stoked to be returning for her second year in and Geoff for all their love and support, and Gram Mamma Mia! Recent credits include In the Heights and Pop for their continued inspiration.

(Nina) and the world premiere of Loch Ness: A New Musical. Love and gratitude to her family, Dustin, ALEXANDER PIERCE (Assistant Stage Manager) is Gabi, Kaitlin and Jim at TXST, JDC and creatives. thrilled to be out on the road with Mamma Mia! Recent favorites: Diner The Musical (Delaware juliacassandrasmith.com. “Let’s party!”

Theatre Company), Mary Poppins, Memphis, 9 IAN TAYLOR (Ensemble, u/s Sky) is thrilled to to 5 The Musical, Private Lives, And Then There return to Mamma Mia! Previous credits include Were None (Walnut Street Theatre), Disgraced Mamma Mia! (Royal Caribbean) and Anything (Philadelphia Theatre Company), Billy Elliot, Grease Goes (Utah Shakespeare Festival). He is a (Ogunquit Playhouse), Becoming Cuba (Huntington graduate of Otterbein University’s musical theater Theatre Company). Graduate of Emerson College. program. Lots of love and many thanks to Mickey KEVIN CASEY (Conductor/Keyboard). Originally and to family and friends everywhere! planning to run for president in 2016, Kevin BRIAN WHITEHILL (Ensemble, u/s Sky). National changed his mind when it became clear that his tour debut! Favorite credits: 3DT’s Tarzan: The background of piano lessons and music school Musical, Spring Awakening (Melchior) and Legally hadn’t prepared him to lead the free world. Luckily, CARLINA PARKER (Ensemble, u/s Ali, Lisa) is beyond excited to be a part of the cast of Mamma Mia! A recent graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn., she received her musical theater B.F.A. in May 2016. Some of her favorite roles include Narrator (Joseph... Dreamcoat), Lorraine (All Shook Up) and Justice (Rock of Ages).

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he was offered the chance to travel the country and is developing a new stage play based on the playing ABBA songs which suits him much better. Paramount movie Clue. Produced Julie Andrews— The Gift of Music with performances at The JUDY CRAYMER (Original Producer/Co-Creator) Hollywood Bowl and London’s O2 Arena. Other graduated from the Guildhall School of Music recent touring productions include the Tony in 1977 and has since worked extensively in the Award winners American Idiot, In the Heights and theater, film, television and music industries. Judy Avenue Q. WLP is led by founding partner and originated the idea of Mamma Mia! and, in 1996, President Stephen Gabriel and Vice President formed Littlestar Services Limited with Benny Nancy Gabriel. worklightproductions.com.

Andersson, Bjorn Ulvaeus and Richard East to produce the stage musical in London. Since then, RICHARD EAST (Producer) is an originating she has produced 50 productions of Mamma Mia! producer of Mamma Mia!, having been involved in 16 languages around the world. In 2002, Judy since its inception. A Tony nominee, he has worked was presented with a Woman of the Year Award in the entertainment business for 35 years in in recognition for her international success with Australia, London and the U.S. Mamma Mia!. In the Queen’s birthday honors list of 2007, she was honored with an MBE for her BJÖRN ULVAEUS (Music & Lyrics) was born in 1945 contribution to the music industry. In 2008, Judy in Gothenberg on the west coast of Sweden. After a produced Mamma Mia! The Movie, starring Meryl successful local career in Sweden with a folk group Streep and Pierce Brosnan. That same year, she was in the mid-1960s, he started his collaboration honored with the Women in Film ITV Achievement with Benny Andersson. They then went on to of the Year Award. Mamma Mia! The Movie was form ABBA with Agnetha Faltskog and Anni-Frid also nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Lyngstad. Even during the ABBA years, the idea Motion Picture—Musical or Comedy, a BAFTA for of writing a musical seemed appealing and, in Outstanding British Film and Judy was personally 1981, Björn and Benny met Tim Rice and conominated by BAFTA for the Carl Foreman Award wrote Chess with him, which opened in the West End in 1986. In 1995 Björn and Benny opened for Special Achievement. a new musical called Kristina Från Duvemåla, Mamma Mia! The Movie is the highest grossing which played for three years in Sweden. Their live-action musical film worldwide. In 2010, most recent musical is the Stockholm production The Breast Cancer Research Foundation Hjälp sökes, which opened in 2013. Bjorn is presented Judy with its Humanitarian Award one of the producers for Mamma Mia! The Party, for her commitment to raising breast cancer which opened in Stockholm in January 2016. awareness and research funding around the globe with Mamma Mia! and through the sale BENNY ANDERSSON (Music & Lyrics). Born in of the specially created Rock Chick Supremo Stockholm on December 16, 1946. Instructed by T-shirts. Following a passion for horses and show his father and grandfather, he started to play the jumping, Judy was asked to be an ambassador for accordion at the age of 6, and he has not stopped yet.

British Showjumping and is proud to support the British Team. Judy also produced Viva Forever!, CATHERINE JOHNSON (Book). Theater: Rag Doll, an original musical based on the songs of The Renegades, Suspension (Bristol Old Vic); Too Much Too Young (Bristol Old Vic and London Bubble); Spice Girls.

Boys Mean Business, Dead Sheep, Little Baby WORK LIGHT PRODUCTIONS (Producer). Nothing (Bush Theatre, London); Shang-a-Lang Dedicated to creating and producing live (Bush Theatre and national tour); Mamma Mia! entertainment. In addition to Mamma Mia!, (worldwide); and Through the Wire and A Letter productions include Motown, Something to Lacey for NTConnections. Creative consultant Rotten!, Cinderella, Rent, Irving Berlin’s White on ABBA the Museum, Stockholm. Television: Christmas and Crazy for You. Created the new Casualty, Byker Grove, Love Hurts, Gold, Linda a cappella group Vocalosity with Deke Sharon Green. Original screen-plays: Rag Doll, Where’s

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MAMMA MIA! THE FAREWELL TOUR Willy? (HTV) and Sin Bin (BBC), the series Love in the 21st Century (Channel 4) and Dappers (BBC3). Awards: Catherine has won the Bristol Old Vic/HTV Playwrighting Award, Thames Television’s Writer-in-Residence Award and Thames Television’s Best Play Award and was nominated in 2002 for a Tony Award for Best Musical Book for Mamma Mia! Film: Catherine wrote the screenplay for the Mamma Mia! movie released July 2008.

PHYLLIDA LLOYD (Director). Theater: The Taming of The Shrew (Delacourte Theatre NY); The Tempest, Henry IV and Julius Caesar (Donmar/St Ann’s Warehouse, NY); Josephine and I (Bush Theatre/ Public Theatre NY); Mary Stuart (Apollo, Broadway—Tony nomination); Mamma Mia! (London, Broadway, worldwide); Six Degrees of Separation, Hysteria, Wild East (Royal Court); The Rime of the Ancient Mariner (Old Vic Tunnels); The Way of the World, Pericles, What the Butler Saw, The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, The Duchess of Malfi (National Theatre); Artists and Admirers, The Virtuoso (RSC). Film: The Iron Lady (Pathe), Mamma Mia! (Universal), Gloriana. Opera: La Bohème, Medea, Carmen, L’Etoile, Gloriana, Albert Herring, Peter Grimes (Opera North); Macbeth (Paris/ROH); The Handmaid’s Tale (Copenhagen, ENO, Toronto).

ANTHONY VAN LAAST (Choreographer). Theater credits include Side Show (Broadway), Mamma Mia! (worldwide, Dora Mavor Moore award and Helpman award nomination), Sister Act (Worldwide Olivier nomination), Bombay Dreams (London/Broadway Tony nomination), Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (worldwide Olivier award nomination, Dramalogue award), Jesus Christ Superstar (London/Broadway), Whistle Down the Wind (London), Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Song and Dance (Green Room Award), Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods and A Little Night Music, Leonard Bernstein’s Candide (Olivier Award). Siegfried and Roy and EFX (Las Vegas).

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His film work includes: Beauty and the Beast (Disney), Mamma Mia!, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, Never Say Never Again. In 1999 he was awarded the MBE for services to Dance.

MAMMA MIA! THE FAREWELL TOUR MARK THOMPSON (Production Designer). Theater includes Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Drury Lane); Mamma Mia! (worldwide); Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (worldwide); Doctor Doolittle (Hammersmith Apollo); Bombay Dreams (London/Broadway); Art (worldwide); The Children’s Hour (Comedy); The Lady in the Van (Queen’s); La Bête (Comedy/Broadway); God of Carnage (Gielgud/Broadway); Three Days in the Country, One Man, Two Guvnors (West End/Broadway); London Assurance, She Stoops to Conquer, England People Very Nice, What the Butler Saw, The Rose Tatoo, The Madness of George III, The Wind in the Willows.

Donmar Warehouse: Welcome Home Captain Fox, The Blue Room (also Broadway), Company (also West End), Insignificance, The Front Page and Uncle Vanya/Twelfth Night (costumes only also BAM). Awards: Five Olivier Awards: Two Critic Circle Awards and five nominations for Tony Awards.

HOWARD HARRISON (Lighting Designer) is a 14-time Olivier/Tony Award–winning/nominated lighting designer. His work has been seen all over the world including New York, Paris, Sydney, Las Vegas and the West End. He won the Olivier for Best Lighting for a revival of City of Angels and won in 2012 for Macbeth in NY/London. Olivier Award nominations: Mary Poppins, Ragtime, The Witches of Eastwick, Guys and Dolls and West End plays including Anna Christie, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Private Lives, Tales From Hollywood and The Tempest.

Tony Award nominations: Mary Poppins and Macbeth. His work on Anna Christie at the Donmar Warehouse earned him the Knight of Illumination Award in 2013 and he won the Australian Green Room Award in 2008 for his work on Mamma Mia! ANDREW BRUCE (Sound Designer) began his theater career at Glyndebourne Festival Opera in 1968 and was appointed head of sound at the Royal Opera House in 1971. A year later he co-founded Autograph Sound Recording, a leading British sound design and equipment rental company, now responsible for numerous productions worldwide.

He was associate designer on several landmarks of British musical theater such as Evita, Cats and Starlight Express. Original design: Song and Dance, Abbacadabra, Little Me, Les Misérables, Chess, Follies, Into the Woods, The Card, Miss Saigon, Children of Eden, City of Angels, Martin Guerre, The

Fix, The Witches of Eastwick, The Secret Garden, Alice in Wonderland, Mamma Mia!, Sweeney Todd, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Mary Poppins.

Recently he designed Seven Deadly Sins and Isadora for the Royal Ballet, and Mother Courage and Her Children for the National Theatre.

BOBBY AITKEN (Sound Designer) has been involved with theater sound for over 30 years.

Recent theater work includes Viva Forever!

(London), Ghost (London/Broadway/worldwide), Dirty Dancing (London/worldwide), Mamma Mia! (London/Broadway/worldwide), We Will Rock You (London/worldwide), Grease (London/ worldwide), Lennon (Broadway), Return to the Forbidden Planet (London/U.S.A./Japan/ Australia), Five Guys Named Moe (London/ tours). Bobby was the sound designer for the opening and closing ceremonies of the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic games. He has also served as a consultant for the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics and 2016 opening ceremony in Rio. Opera credits include Carmen, Madame Butterfly, Aida, Tosca, La Bohème, Cavalleria Rusticana and Pagliacci.

MARTIN KOCH (Musical Supervisor, Additional Arrangements and Materials). Musical supervision includes Billy Elliot, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, Cats, Oliver!. Orchestrations include Mamma Mia! (Tony nomination), Just So, Moby Dick, Jerry Springer The Opera, Billy Elliot (Tony Award and Drama Desk Awards), Bad Girls, Desperately Seeking Susan, Kombat Opera, numerous operas for BBC TV, Paparazzi and Cattle Call, two ballets by Richard Thomas and Shoes at Sadler’s Wells. More than 30 albums including Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, Oliver!, Hey! Mr Producer, Mamma Mia! (Grammy nomination), Jerry Springer The Opera, Billy Elliot, Bad Girls, John Barrowman—The Album and Shoes. Music Supervisor for the four London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic ceremonies. Music Director and Composer for the London 2012 Paralympic opening ceremony.

York City Opera. Credits include directing new works at Clark Theatre, Lincoln Center, NYTW, Soho Rep, EST, New Georges, Cincinnati Playhouse, Portland Stage, Capital Rep., Juilliard. Also, Rent in Japan and Germany and Playhouse Disney Live in Disney World. She has taught at NYU, SUNY Stony Brook and Vassar.

DAVID HOLCENBERG (Associate Music Supervisor).

Broadway: Matilda, Ghost, The Story of My Life, Bye Bye Birdie, Good Vibrations, Seussical, Titanic, Show Boat. Other music directing credits include Dessa Rose and The Glorious Ones at Lincoln Center, the U.S. premiere of Ragtime (L.A. Drama Critics Circle Award, Distinguished Achievement in Musical Direction) and The Phantom of the Opera in Toronto. David’s show Bingo, written with Michael Heitzman and Ilene Reid, is currently playing around the country.

JANET ROTHERMEL (Associate Choreographer).

Broadway: Joseph…Dreamcoat (Dance Captain).

National tours: Beauty and the Beast (Enchantress), Joseph…Dreamcoat (Dance Captain/Supervisor).

Television: Miss USA, Miss Universe pageants, assistant choreographer; “Carol Burnett Show,” assistant choreographer.

JOY DEWING CASTING (Casting Director). Casting credits include Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theater, dance companies and about 525,600 tours.

Recent tours: 42nd Street, Annie, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (starring Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young), Mamma Mia!, The Wizard of Oz and the upcoming Cheers Live on Stage. Past tours: In the Heights, Cats, Legally Blonde, Jesus Christ Superstar (starring Ted Neeley), Movin’ Out, West Side Story, Catch Me If You Can, Bring It On.

ALLIED LIVE (Tour Marketing and Press) is a fullservice marketing/advertising agency representing national tours, performing arts institutions and experiential entertainment entities throughout North America. Current touring clients: Hamilton, The Book of Mormon, An American in Paris, Something Rotten, Rent 20th anniversary tour, Kinky Boots, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder, Mamma Mia!, Motown The Musical, Second City & MARTHA BANTA (Resident Director) is the artistic Slate’s Unelectable You, Once, Elf and Irving Berlin’s director of the Adirondack Theatre Festival. She White Christmas. served as artistic associate at New York Theatre Workshop and on the production staff at New

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MAMMA MIA! THE FAREWELL TOUR STAFF FOR MAMMA MIA!

GENERAL MANAGEMENT WORK LIGHT PRODUCTIONS Stephen Gabriel Nancy Gabriel Scott Seay Anièle Fortin Kevin Greene Courtney King Emily Miller Carolyn Smith TECHNICAL SUPERVISION PORT CITY TECHNICAL Rhys Williams Mike East Mackenzie Foster Rossella Human Wade Jolly Susie Prueter

Company Manager........................................ William Ferry Assistant Company Manager.................................Jon Satrom

PRODUCTION TEAM Resident Director...........................................Martha Banta Associate Choreographer......................... Janet Rothermel Associate Music Supervisor....................David Holcenberg Associate Scenic Designer............................... Nancy Thun Associate Costume Designer...............................Ron Glow Assistant Costume Designer................... Catherine Lovejoy Associate Lighting Designer............................ Ed Mccarthy Associate Sound Designer..........................David Partridge Associate Hair Designer..............................Josh Marquette Musical Transcription....................................Anders Neglin CASTING JOY DEWING CASTING Joy Dewing CSA, Kevin Metzger

TOUR MARKETING DIRECTION ALLIED LIVE Laura Matalon Marya Peters Meghan Kastenholz Anne Dailey Meyer Doug Blemker, Mary Alyce Blum, Sarah Dahlberg, Andrew Damer, Jen Gallagher, John Gilmour, Jacqueline Smith, Anne Waisanen

MAMMA MIA! THE FAREWELL TOUR Music Published by EMI Grove Park Music, Inc. and EMI Waterford Music, Inc.

Production Stage Manager.........................................Geneva Mattoon Assistant Stage Manager................................. Alexander Pierce Dance Captain....................................................... Danny Lopez Head Carpenter.................................................... Addison Grist Assistant Carpenter.............................................. Gabi Lourigan Assistant Carpenter/Flyman....................................Samantha Vettrus Head Electrician................................................Maxfield Bishop Assistant Electrician......................................... David Inabinette Assistant Electrician............................................. Elvira Valencia Sound Supervisor.................................................... Jeff Human Production Sound Engineer............................. Anthony Cuozzo Head Sound........................................................... Mike Skladel Assistant Sound.......................................... Brian “Rudy” Rudell Head Props.................................................... Amy Laemmerhirt Production Hair Supervisor..................................... Jeff Knaggs Head Wardrobe............................................. Catherine Lovejoy Assistant Wardrobe...................................................Chris Jones Assistant to the Choreographer..............................Ryan Sander Assistant Sound Designer...................................Kevin Kennedy Electronic Keyboard Prep................................................Bryan C Production Assistant......................................... Anna Aschliman General Management Consultants.............Bespoke Theatricals Legal Counsel..............Levine Plotkin Menin, LLPLoren Plotkin,

Cris Criswell Accounting.............................................WithumSmith+Brown

Robert Fried,CPA, Karen Kowgios, CPA,

Anthony Moore, CPA Controller.........................................Galbraith & Co/Kenny Noth Original Logo Design......................... Littlestar Services Limited Merchandising........ Max Merchandising, LLC/Randi Grossman Insurance................... Maury, Donnelly and ParrBob Middleton Banking............................................................. Signature Bank

Thomas Kasulka, Margaret Monigan Payroll........................................................ PEOPLE/Kim Merhar Travel Agent..............................................................Road Rebel Hauling................................................................Janco Limited

TOUR BOOKING AGENCY THE BOOKING GROUP Meredith Blair, Mollie Mann, Brian Brooks and Rich Rundle www.thebookinggroup.com CREDITS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Scenery constructed and painted by Hudson Scenic Studio, Inc. Sound equipment supplied by Masque Sound.

Lighting Equipment supplied by 4Wall Entertainment and Vari*Lite, Inc. Soft goods by I. Weiss and Sons. Costumes executed by Barbara Matera Ltd., Tricorne New York City, and Carelli Costumes. Millinery by Lynn Mackey. Wet suits

by Aquatic Fabricators of South Florida. Custom Men’s shirts by Cego. Custom knitting by C.C. Wei. Custom fabric printing and dyeing by Dye-namix and Gene Mignola.

Shoes by Native Leather, Rilleau Leather and T.O. Dey. Gloves by Cornelia James. Properties by Paragon Theme and Prop Fabrication.

SPECIAL THANKS Clemson University—Lillian Harder, Woody Moore, David Hartmann Mamma Mia! was originally produced in London by Littlestar Services Limited on April 6, 1999.

INGLOT is the Official Make-Up Provider of the National Tour of Mamma Mia! Visit Mamma Mia! on the web at MammaMiaOnTour.com

Backstage and Front of the House Employees are represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (or I.A.T.S.E.).

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RiverCenter Volunteers

Made up of devoted, conscientious supporters of the arts, the members of RiverCenter Volunteers work tirelessly in support of the many programs, projects, and activities that RiverCenter produces or hosts.

A major portion of the volunteers’ efforts involves ushering at events and assuring that all patrons have an enjoyable experience each time they visit RiverCenter. To receive information about River­Center Volunteers call Heather Watson at 706-256-3652.

Mary Ann Alexander Nina Alexander Shelley Anderson Lori Bailey Edie Barber Sandra Barker Belinda Barron Susan Benson Myrtice Bodie Sinnie Borel Gail Brantley Marie Brooks Christina Brown Eloisa Brown Carl Burell Pat Burell Judith Burgess Trinna Bustamante Cynthia Cain Ann Carlisle Bobbie Carter Ricky Chambers Vivian Chambers Philip Chan Laura Chandler Eva Chappelle John Chappelle Levonia Cochran Pat Cole Latrella Conwell Denise Cook Gabriel Couroux Sandra Couroux Shirley Covington Gregory Crockett Brenda DeRamus Pixie Dillard Linda Duncan Eileen Edwards Pat Etemadi Linda Fannin Connie Farrow Glenn Fleming

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Marian Fletcher Fran Fluker Deborah Ford Vickie Francis Janet Gay Joe Gay Rosalind Gilbert Mary Gist Laverne Golden Arnie Goodman Lindy Goodman Lois Griffiths Barbara Grubbs Cenneta Gunn Charles Hancock Wendy Harding Jennifer Hardy Sandi Harris Shirley Harris Theresa Hart Jim Henley Cynthia Hightower Mary Hightower Claren Hill Colette Hilliard Creola Howard Irene Hughes Beverly Jackson Pat Jackson Priscella Jackson Gloria Johnson Hattie Jones Maxine Jones Lorrie Kasych Jan Knowles Tracy Knox Carol Lee William Lee Audrey Lenig Patti Lin Jane Madayag Suzanne Maynard Renee McBride

Wanda McFadden Katrina McKinney Charlotte McShurley Cheryl Meyers Debra Miller Edie Miller Sharon Mosely Sheila Murphy Mary Nell Nail Linda Nerness Mary Noles Barbara Nye Julius Otero Charlotte Pace Ethel Pate Ethel Patrick Chyll Perry Lorene Peterson Socorro Pope Thomas Pope Adrien Rameau Paulette Rameau Kitrina Ray Joyce Richburg Beverly Riley Sonjia Roberts Sierra Roberts Dianne Robinson Jean Royer Linda Rumold Wanda Rutledge Sandy Saling Dolores Sanchez Beverly Schlitzkus Charlie Scott Susie Scott Sandra Severt Sandra Shackelford Betty Shaw Sabrina Shine Nancy Shipman Miriam Short Sara Silva

Louise Simmons Barbara Singleton Sylvia Sledge Rose Slonaker Donna Smith Eva Smith Judy Smith John Soltau Tess Soltau Alice Spengler Louise Spivey Gail Stafford John Stafford Malinda Stovall Rose Sullivan Gloria Terry Edweena Thomas Brenda Thompson Karin Thompson Mona Thorington Melode Thornton Marion Tiemeyer Carolyn Tigner Jim Tjoflat Nancy Tjoflat Connie Ussery Ron Ussery Irina Veschi Annice Walker Katherine Walker Sophia Walker Geraldine Watson Howard Watson Tom Wierzbicki Renate Wiley Carol Williams Juanita Williams Walter Williams Jane Wilson Yulane Wilson Fred Young Frank Zylstra Gayle Zylstra

2017 RiverCenter Board of Trustees Mrs. Susan Lawhorne, Chair Mr. Richard Hare, Past Chair Mr. Alex Shalishali, Vice Chair Mr. Dave Troxel, Treasurer Mrs. Becky Rumer, Secretary Mr. Norman S. Easterbrook, Executive Director, CEO Dr. Frank Brown Dr. Max Burr Mr. Stephen Butler Mr. Gardiner Garrard Mrs. Dale Goldsmith

Mr. Isiah Harper, III Dr. Tom Helton Dr. William P. Kendall Mr. Gene Perkins Mrs. Lucia Reed Mrs. Linda Shinkle Ms. Judy Thomas Mr. Wright Waddell Ms. Teresa White Mr. Troy Woods Mr. Jimmy Yancey

RiverCenter Administration & Staff EXECUTIVE GROUP Norman S. Easterbrook, Executive Director, CEO John Camp, Production Director Cherwanda Jones, Operations Director Rick McKnight, Education Director Jannina McPherson, Director of Business Affairs, CFO Lauren Minter, Advancement Director Jim Rutland, Program Director ADVANCEMENT Lauren Minter, Advancement Director Nalisa Capers, Marketing Manager Tienna Graphenreed, Advancement Assistant Daphne Caldwell, Marketing Specialist BUSINESS AFFAIRS Jannina McPherson, Director of Business Affairs, CFO Saida Wilson, Accounting Coordinator & HR Assistant Ellen Moulter, Business Affairs Assistant Mahalia Dawes, Administrative Assistant BOX OFFICE Jennifer Graham, Box Office Manager Noah Kirby, Assistant Box Office Manager Kayla Reid, Ticketing Associate Molly Burch, Ticketing Associate Rebekah “Chase” Worthey, Ticketing Associate Indya Bussey, Ticketing Associate

Zamar Griffin, Ticketing Associate De'Marcus Monroe, Ticketing Associate Shonda Dugan, Ticketing Associate OPERATIONS Cherwanda Jones, Operations Director Seth Burgamy, Events Manager Veronica Frazier, Facility Coordinator Marion Fletcher, Facility Services Specialist Ishmun Holcomb, Events Assistant Heather Watson, House Manager/Volunteer Coord.

Billy Johnson, Security Lead PRODUCTION John Camp, Production Director John (J.D.) Davis, Technical Director Austin Phillips, Stage Coordinator Adam Bell, Stage Manager Lance Fraker, Audio Coordinator Randall Baptiste, Lighting Coordinator PROGRAMMING & EDUCATION Jim Rutland, Program Director Rick McKnight, Education Director

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Ticket Information The RiverCenter box office has tickets available for these series and events: TSYS Broadway on Broad­way, Synovus Center Stage, RiverCenter Music, Discovery Matinees, and Spotlight Spe­ cials. Tickets also are available for programs presented by the Columbus Symphony Orches­tra, CSU Schwob School of Music, and various thirdparty presen­ters. The box office accepts cash, and all major credit cards: VISA, Master­Card, American Ex­press and Discover.

SINGLE TICKETS—Single tickets to individual RiverCenter events may be purchased without a service charge at the box office at the corner of Broadway and Tenth Street. For a service charge, tickets also may be purchased online at tickets. com.

GROUP DISCOUNTS—Most RiverCenter events offer discounts on indi­vidual tickets sold to groups of 10 or more. For information call 706256-3612.

TICKETS AT THE DOOR—Tickets to events that are not sold-out may be purchased at the box of- SPECIAL DISCOUNTS—Patrons must come to fice beginning one hour before the start of the the box office to take ad­vantage of most special promotions and dis­counts. Mil­i­tary, Public event.

Service, Educator and Senior discounts are avail­ SEASON TICKETS—Season tickets may be pur- able on single ticket purchases to most events. chased at the box office by telephone (706-256- Student Rush prices are available all day on 3632) or with order forms in RiverCenter publi­ the day-of-show at most events. Patrons using cations and mailings. vouchers or gift certificates should note dead­ lines and restrictions that apply. No refunds are CUSTOM COMBOS—Tickets to single River- given for ticket price variances or special offers.

Center events may be pur­chased at a savings as Custom Combos. A Custom Combo con­sists of at least one ticket to each of at least three events per patron.

Important Information signs. In case of fire or other emergency, please do not run, but walk to the exit nearest to your BOX OFFICE—The box office at RiverCenter, lo- seat. cated at the corner of Broadway and Tenth Street, is open Monday–Friday, 10:00 am to 5:30 pm. It EMERGENCY NOTIFICATIONS—The RiverCenter opens one hour before each performance and re- emer­gency phone number is 706-256-3610. mains open through inter­mission. The box office Please pro­vide this number and your seat lois not open on federal holdays unless there is an cation to your personal contacts or child care event that day. providers.

BOX OFFICE & PARKING

PARKING—Parking is available in the parking garage directly in front of RiverCenter, 900 Broad­way. A fee of $2.00-$5.00 is charged after 6:00pm for some events. Parking for those with disabilities is avail­able in front of RiverCenter’s main entrance. Park­ing also is available without charge on the streets around RiverCenter. The garage is managed by the City of Columbus, not RiverCenter.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

HOUSE RULES NO BABIES IN ARMS—Everyone attending a ticketed event, including all children regardless of age, must have a ticket.

BACKSTAGE AREAS RESTRICTED—For safety and security and out of respect for performers’ privacy, patrons are not given access to backstage areas be­fore or after performances.

HOUSE OPENING AND LATE ARRIVALS— RiverCenter’s Grand Lobby opens one hour prior FIRE NOTICE—Exits are indicated by red “exit” to events and seating begins approximately 30 78

min­utes before curtain. At the discretion of house man­agement and in compliance with artists’ con­ tractual agreements, latecomers will be seated at appropri­ate intervals during events. Latecomers may be seated near the entry doors out of cour­ tesy to performers and other patrons.

LOST AND FOUND—Lost items should be given to an usher for storing with RiverCenter Security.

These items are retained by Security for sixty days then donated to Valley Rescue Mission, Inc. Own­ers may claim lost items by calling 706-2563610.

RENT A VENUE PROHIBITED EQUIPMENT—Please be courteous and turn off devices such as cell phones and pagers. Photography and record­ing is prohibited in Bill Heard Theatre, Studio Theatre, and/or Legacy Hall—Call 706-256-3607 regarding availability the theatres. of specific dates on the RiverCenter master calSMOKE-FREE POLICY—RiverCenter is a smoke- endar. Complete rental fees and policies can be free facility. Smoking is permitted in outdoor ar- found on rivercenter.org. eas only. Thank you for your cooperation.

PATRONS ROOM—The Patrons Room on the mezzanine level may be reserved for private funcSPECIAL SERVICES tions by RiverCenter Members and Partners. For BAR SERVICE—Bar service is available in the information call Jim Rutland at 706-256-3607.

Grand Lobby prior to the start and during inter­ missions of most RiverCenter events. Food and ILLGES PLAZA—Event and green space on 10th drink is not permit­ted in the theatres.

St. on North Side of Center may be reserved for special events. Call 706-256-3607.

COURTESY CUPS—Refillable Courtesy Cups will now be sold at RiverCenter concessions for $10 IMPORTANT NUMBERS each. These cups will be allowed into Bill Heard Theatre during select RiverCenter performances. Emergency ������������������������������������ 706-256-3610 Outside beverages are not permitted.

Event Information ������������������������ 706-256-3612 ELEVATOR—A patron elevator is located between Ticket Information ������������������������� 888-332-5200 the entrances to Bill Heard Theatre and Studio The- Season Ticket Purchases ��������������� 706-256-3632 atre.

Group Sales ���������������������������������� 706-256-3612 WHEELCHAIRS—Wheelchairs are available for Rentals ������������������������������������������ 706-256-3607 pa­trons needing help getting to or from seating. Volunteer Office ���������������������������� 706-256-3652 Ushers will provide assistance.

Development �������������������������������� 706-256-3653 AUDIO AIDS—Subject to availability, infrared lis­ Marketing ������������������������������������� 706-256-3657 tening devices are available for hearing impaired Advertising ����������������������������������� 706-256-3653 patrons. They may be obtained free of charge by ArtsReach �������������������������������������� 706-256-3607 presenting personal identification to ushers.

Applause, the program guide for RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, is published periodically by RiverCenter, Inc. and distributed to patrons of season shows.

Graphic design and typography by Daphne Caldwell. Each issue includes program and performer information for a group of contemporaneous performances and general information about RiverCenter program­ming, facilities, donor members, sponsors and staff. Cover art by Nalisa Capers.

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