Rome Little Theatre Frozen Jr 2021 Program

Rome Little Theatre presents

Disney

Music & Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez Book by Jennifer Lee Based on the Disney Film written by Jennifer Lee and Directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee Originally Produced on Broadway by DISNEY THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS

DECEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 12, 2021

Rome

Supported by

Little Theatre

2021-2022 Together

Again

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Rome Little Theatre presents

Disney

Music & Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez Book by Jennifer Lee Based on the Disney Film written by Jennifer Lee and Directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee Originally Produced on Broadway by DISNEY THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS Directed by Christopher Urswick Choreographed by Michael Cassio Musical Director Thomas Erpingham Assistant Director Kerry Livingston

DECEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 12, 2021 Fridays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Sundays at 2:30pm

DIRECTOR

Chris Davidson PRODUCER/STAGE MANAGER

Amanda Swendsen

DISNEY’S FROZEN JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

All authorized performance materials ae also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com THE VIDEOTAPING OR MAKING OF ELECTRONIC OR OTHER AUDIO AND/OR VISUAL RECORDINGS OF THIS PRODUCTION OR DISTRIBUTING RECORDINGS ON ANY MEDIUM, INCLUDING THE INTERNET, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED, A VIOLATION OF THE AUTHOR’S RIGHTS AND ACTIONABLE UNDER UNITED STATES COPYRIGHT LAW.

Thank you to our Donors and Members as of November 29, 2021

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Our Story

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orn of the American Little Theatre Movement, Rome Little Theatre is proud to be one of the oldest community theaters in the country. From its founding in 1933 to its WWII hiatus and its 1956 revival, and from its residencies at the Gordon Theatre and the Maple Street Community Center to its current home at the Historic DeSoto Theatre, RLT is woven artfully into the rich, historical fabric of Rome, Georgia.

For decades, RLT has been committed to entertaining, engaging, and enriching our community through the practice and promotion of the theatre arts. Our success is built on the generous contributions of generations of volunteers, donors, and patrons.

The mission of RLT is to present amateur theatrical productions, encourage interest in drama, and contribute to the cultural and educational life of the community.

RLT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

2021-2022 Board of Directors

Officers President Amanda Swendsen President-Elect Andrew Bressette Treasurer Emily Earp Secretary Alison Karch Allison Clark LaDonna Collins Dan Gitomer Mandy Maloney Amy Mendes Mary Ortwein Chris Parker Kathy Patrick Jessica Stewart Rick Williams Rome Little Theatre at the historic DeSoto Theatre 530 Broad St. Rome GA 30161 romelittletheatre.com facebook.com/rltrome

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Jason was a supporter of the arts in Rome and Floyd County, particularly related to theatre and the preservation of the Historic DeSoto Theatre.

The Jason G. Fordham Memorial Endowment Fund not only honors Jason’s contributions to theatre but also serves as his legacy and provides on-going support for Rome Little Theatre and the Historic DeSoto Theatre for many years to come.

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The mission of Georgia Council for the Arts is to cultivate the growth of vibrant, thriving Georgia communities through the arts.

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Cast

Bethany Allison

Alyssa Austin

Alaya Bailey

Noah Beard

Sawyer Booker

Hope Burns

Reed Castrejon

Eva Mae Cromer

Joseph Dattoma

Tess Davidson

Laethan Day

Alex Edwards

Ashlyn Ellis

Joseph Faile

Naomi Faile

Addison Ferrin

Hailey Rae Ferrin

Isabella Ipe

Abby Kate Jackson

Madison Lindner

Cast

Millie Maloney

Ella McKerrocher

Liam McRee

Cate Mendes

Emma Mendes

Kendell Morang

Iona Ollis

Anna Caroline Parker

Julianna Robinson

Bennett Smyth

Christina Tomlin

Liz Suffill

James Van Leuven

Nash Williams

Working with Rome Little Theatre for 21 years Audition preparation and music instruction Voice, Guitar, Piano Bass, Drums, Violin

Cast Young Anna ……………………………………………………….Eva Cromer Young Elsa …………………………………………..………. Addison Ferrin* King Agnarr …………………………………………………….. Liam McRee Queen Iduna ………………………………………………… Bethany Allison Pabbie ………………………………………………………….. Laethan Day Bulda ………………………………………………………………… Liz Suffill Middle Anna/Anna Understudy ……………………………….. Naomi Faile Middle Elsa/Elsa Understudy ..…………………………..…… Alaya Bailey* Bishop …………………………………………………………. Alex Edwards Housekeeper …………………………………..………….. Christina Tomlin* Handmaiden ………………………………………………. Ella McKerrocher Butler ……………………………………………………………. Liam McRee Cook …………………………………………..…….. Anna Caroline Parker* Anna ……………………………………………………… Julianna Robinson Elsa …………………………………………………………….. Cate Mendes Kristoff ……………………………………………………….. Reed Castrejon Sven …………………………………………………………… Nash Williams Hans …………………………………………………………….. Joseph Faile Steward ………………………………………………………….. Noah Beard Duke of Weselton ……………………………………………. Bennett Smyth Olaf …………………………………………………..…. Abby Kate Jackson* Oaken …………………………………………………………. Tess Davidson Guards ……………………………………… Laethan Day, Madison Lindner Ice Harvesters ……………... Noah Beard, Sawyer Booker*, Alex Edwards Joseph Faile, Emma Mendes, Bennett Smyth, Nash Williams Townspeople …………………... Alyssa Austin, Alaya Bailey*, Noah Beard Hope Burns*, Tess Davidson, Alex Edwards, Madison Lindner Ella McKerrocher, Emma Mendes, Kendall Morang*, Iona Ollis* Anna Caroline Parker*, Christina Tomlin*, James Van Leuven Snow Chorus………………………..……… Bethany Allison, Alaya Bailey* Ashlyn Ellis, Naomi Faile, Millie Maloney Hidden Folk…. Noah Beard, Sawyer Booker*, Hope Burns*, Eva Cromer Joseph Dattoma, Alex Edwards, Addison Ferrin*, Hailey Ferrin* Isabella Ipe*, Ella McKerrocher, Liam McRee,Emma Mendes Kendall Morang*, Anna Caroline Parker*, James Van Leuven Summer Chorus ………..…. Bethany Allison, Alaya Bailey*, Laethan Day Alex Edwards, Ashlyn Ellis, Naomi Faile, Millie Maloney, Liz Suffill Oaken’s Family ………………………………… Alyssa Austin, Noah Beard Joseph Dattoma, Addison Ferrin*, Hailey Ferrin*, Isabella Ipe* Madison Lindner, Emma Mendes, Iona Ollis*, Liam McRee Bennett Smyth, Christina Tomlin*, James Van Leuven* *RLT Debut

Production Team Director …………………………………………………….….Chris Davidson Producer/Stage Manager ..............................……….. Amanda Swendsen Musical Director ……………………………………………….Angela McRee Choreographer ……………………………………………Hannah Camacho Assistant Stage Manager…………………………………….Anna Davidson Assistant Musical Director …………………………………….Rachael Clark Assistant Director …………………………………………. Maegan Williams Assistant Choreographer ………………………………………Dicie Watters Lighting Designer ……………………………………………Jason Davidson Sound Designer …………………………………… Michael and Amy Scott Costume Design ……………………………………………..Mandy Maloney Puppet Design and Creation …………………………………Claire Howard Costume Construction ……………. Mandy Maloney, Jennifer Stephenson Meg Roberson, Devon Smyth Katie Smyth, Becky Magruder Properties ……………………….... Allison Karch, Andi Beyer, Kelly Goldin Cindy Davidson, Leigh Robinson Running Crew ……………………………….Katie Farmer, Jessica Stewart Jennifer Bressette, Allison Clark Set Construction and Decoration ………….Nathan Maloney, Drew Allison Vincent Mendes, Andrew Bressette Joseph Faile, Laethan Day Cate Mendes, Emma Mendes Liz Suffill, Anna Davidson, Allison Karch Lighting Crew ………………………………. Jason Davidson, Dan Gitomer Hair and Makeup ……………Emily Earp, Lindsey Chambers, Krys Beard Photography and Video ……………………………………… Rick Williams School Show Music Operator …………………………… Jessica Kennedy House Manager ………………………………………………… Drew Allison Audition Hosts ………… Leigh Robinson, Carol Murchland, Katie Farmer Graphic Design........................................Chris Davidson, Megan Keating

Special Thanks to our Production Sponsor

The Rome Area Council for the Arts advocates for area artists and arts organizations by supporting a dynamic community-based arts environment through arts programming, education, promotion, and community outreach.

Rome HeART Project The Rome HeART Project, a partnership with Redmond Regional Medical Center, sees local artists decorating large cement hearts and heart garlands with their artistic vision of heart health. The hearts are placed throughout Downtown Rome during the month of February to bring heart health awareness to the community.

Learn more: romearts.org PO Box 203 Rome, GA 30162 info@romearts.org

Special Thanks to our Production Sponsor

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Who’s Who Bethany Allison Bethany has been doing theatre for 5 years, and her biggest accomplishment was playing Velma Von Tussle in her high school’s production of Hairspray.

She just recently joined the cast of Frozen Jr. and thanks everyone for an amazing experience!

Alyssa Austin Alyssa is a 7th grader at Rome Middle School. This is her second time performing at RLT. When not on stage, she is singing in the Grand Illusion show choir.

Alaya M. Bailey Alaya has been putting on shows since she was a small child. From writing her own play production in her mom's salon. She has had all of the clients to participate! Alaya loves to sing and act.

Alaya was in Grande Illusion her 7th and 8th grade years at Rome Middle school. She has had many solo performances. Alaya is now in Grande Finale competition choir at Rome High school. She is also in theater/drama.

Alaya continues to inspire us through song. She is a member of NLWBC praise team.

Noah Beard Noah is a 8th Grader at Rome Middle School where he participates in Grand Illusion. He has had the honor to portray many characters on the RLT stage.

Some of his favorites are Dormouse from Alice In Wonderland, Max in Seussical, and of course, squirrel #2 in Shrek. He hopes you enjoy the show and apologizes for his dancing, He’s a bit of a fixer upper.

Sawyer Booker Sawyer is thrilled to be part of the Frozen Jr. cast. He has enjoyed the entire experience thanks to a wonderful director, cast, and volunteers.

Sawyer is currently a 3rd grade student at Darlington School.

Hope Burns Hope is in the 12th grade at AHS. Some classes Hope takes are chorus and film. This is Hope’s first time participating in a play. In Hope’s free time she likes to read and cosplay.

Reed Castrejon Reed is a junior at Rome High School.

When not on stage he enjoys listening to his favorite bands or reading. He’s very excited to put on such a great show with an amazing cast and crew.

Past show credits include Link in Hairspray, Puck in A Midsummer Nights Dream and March Hare in Alice in Wonderland. Reed thanks everyone who’s encouraged him through the years. He dedicates his performance to his Grandma; he misses her and wants her to know every second on stage is for her.

Eva Mae Cromer Eva is a fabulous fourth-grader who loves adventure, warm hugs, and the magic of musical theater. She is so grateful for the opportunity to perform again alongside her talented RLT friends and for the dedicated support of this incredible production team, friends, and family.

Who’s Who Joseph Dattoma Joseph is 9 and in the 4th grade. He moved to Georgia 4 years ago from NY. His first acting experience was as David in RLT’s Christmas show. He is so excited for the opportunity to sing and perform in Frozen JR. Chris Davidson (Director) For more than two and a half decades, Chris has performed, taught, managed, designed, and directed for theatres and organizations throughout the Southeast. Chris thanks her family for their patience and support, and she dedicates her work on Frozen Jr. to her daughters, Anna and Tess, and to her sister, Andi.

Tess Davidson Tess is thrilled to be back at RLT to do Frozen! You may have seen her in other shows like Scrooge or Seussical, or helping with the lighting this season.

She is so glad to have the opportunity to complete the show that started so

long ago, and as Oaken this time!

She’d like to thank her family and friends for giving their everlasting support, and she hopes you enjoy the show!

Laethan Day Laethan is a 9th grade student at Rome High School. This is Laethan’s second show with RLT, and his biggest role ever received.

When not on stage, Laethan loves to dance as well as stay involved in extra curricular activities at his school. Laethan is so excited for you to see this long awaited and hopes that you enjoy!

Alex Edwards Alex is a Freshman at Adairsville High School, He has previously been in other theatre performances, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, The Addams Family and Big Fish the Musical. We hope you enjoy the show!

Who’s Who Ashlyn Ellis Ashlyn is an 8th grader at Berry Middle School. She enjoys sports, reading, and spending time with her family, her pets, and her friends. She is so excited to be on stage again with her RLT friends for this production of Frozen Jr. Joseph Faile When Joseph isn’t found making a fool of himself on the stage, he can be found making a bigger fool of himself among his peers. However, when he doesn’t find himself in a social setting, he is often committing various acts of tomfoolery. As an example, he spends copious hours at the piano instead of studying his script. Nonetheless, his inadvertent tendency to neglect his responsibilities is undermined by his responsibility to remind you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the production of Frozen Jr! Naomi Christiana Faile "It's like a dream I thought could never be." Here we are... twenty-one months and a virus outbreak later. Naomi wants you all to know how grateful she is to be involved in this production. She misses each cast member that wasn't able to come back and hopes you're living out your dreams; the entire Frozen family wishes them nothing but the best. Thank you to all involved for making this happen! Break a leg to the entire cast :) Everyone else, welcome to RLT. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!!

Addison Ferrin Addison is a 9th grade home-schooled student. She has a passion for singing and always seems to be humming or singing a tune. Addison also loves being creative through letter scripting, succulent gardening, and baking. She is an avid reader and enjoys fiction

books. Addison is excited to share her God-given talents through the RLT stage!

Hailey Ferrin Hailey is a hard-working 4th grade home-schooled student. When she is not studying, she loves having fun with her siblings and friends. Hailey has an adventurous spirit and really enjoys roller skating, bike riding and zip lining.

She is passionate about sharing her gifts with others and loves that she can accomplish that through the opportunities at RLT! Isabella Ipe Isabella is in the 5th grade. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, playing the piano, singing and knitting. This is her very first performance with RLT and she's thrilled to be apart of this wonderful community.

Abby Kate Jackson Abby Kate is a 6th grade student at Saint Mary’s Catholic School. She loves to sing and write songs, read, and make jewelry. She also loves being part of a big family! The Jacksons love all things Disney, and so having the opportunity to be in Frozen, Jr. is truly a dream come true for Abby Kate. Abby Kate always enjoys going to rehearsals, has enjoyed meeting so many new friends, and looks forward to many more performances with RLT! “To God be the glory, great things HE hath done!”

Madison Lindner Madison is a tenth grader at Rome High School. She spends a lot of time in the theater, whether at school or the Desoto.

She wants to thank her parents and brother for all their support. She can’t wait to see what the future holds, and hopes it involves RLT!

Who’s Who Millie Maloney Millie is an 8th grade student at Rome Middle School and is so excited to be back at RLT. She spends her time dancing for the Dance Centre and performing with Grand Illusion Show Choir. Millie loves to create and in her spare time she makes jewelry, paints and dabbles in graphic design. She would like to thank her family for letting her do what she loves hopes you enjoy the show!

Ella McKerrocher Ella is a 10th grader at Rome High School. She loves singing, playing her instruments, and dancing. She is in Grand Finale and has been doing show choir for four years. She has been doing theater for seven years, her first production was The Little Mermaid in 2014. She is super excited to be apart of Frozen Jr as the Butler, a Townsperson, and a Hidden Folk and can’t wait to perform!

Liam McRee Liam is a freshman at Rome High School, a member of Grand Finale, esports, Tae Kwon Do, and enjoys playing piano, violin, guitar and drums. He has participated in many RLT summer camps and Frozen Jr. is his fourth show with this theater. Liam thanks all of the people who worked relentlessly to bring this show back to life!

Cate Mendes Cate is a Senior at Rome High School and has been performing since she could talk! She has been on stage, worked backstage on several productions, and volunteered with RLT for years. She is the President of the Drama program at RHS and plans to major in theatre. She is extremely grateful to everyone who worked on

this production and to all who kept hope that this show would indeed go on! No matter how long it took… She hopes you all enjoy this magical story as much as she has!

Emma Mendes Emma is a Senior at Rome High School and Cate’s twin sister. She first started acting on the RLT stage in Alice in Wonderland as Tweedledum and has worked on many school productions since! She is ecstatic to finally be doing Frozen Jr. again after quarantine and especially thankful to all those who’ve put so much work into putting on this production! She hopes you’ll enjoy the show and keep in mind that “some people are worth waiting for”!❄ Kendall Morang Kendall is a 10th grader at Pepperell High School. This is her first time on the RLT stage, but she has previously performed with Rome Shakespeare Festival and Cedartown Performing Arts Center. Her favorite role has been Pepper in Annie, Jr. She enjoys cooking, singing, and watching Disney+. She would like to thank her Aunt Lizzard for inspiring her to do theater and her parents for getting her to practice. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Iona Ollis Iona is a 6th grade student at East Central Elementary. When she isn’t preforming on stage, she is playing volleyball, hanging out with friends, singing, playing soccer, or watching Stranger Things! Iona has also been in Winnie the Pooh, the Aristocats, Moana, and Frozen (in Cedartown).

Iona is so happy to be part of the RLT family!

Who’s Who Anna Caroline Parker Often called AC by her friends, Anna Caroline is in 8th grade at Ashworth Middle School in Calhoun. She is active in performing arts, volleyball, video production team, and yearbook staff. She also serves as President of NJHS. Anna Caroline has participated in musical theater since elementary school. Most recently, she has been selected for all-state honors chorus, Georgia’s barbershop a cappella group, and as Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof, Jr. She performed in Rome’s Shakespeare Cabaret last May. Julianna Robinson It’s so good to see everyone for the First Time in Forever! Julianna is a senior at Cedartown High School, and this will be her third show with Rome Little Theatre. She is thrilled to bring this show to the stage, and she would like to thank everyone who has supported her in this new adventure. She would especially like to thank her new sister Cate and the rest of the cast and crew for accepting her with open arms.

Bennett Smyth Bennett was last seen on the RLT stage in the hit show Mamma Mia!, where he rocked scuba gear and performed as an ensemble member. He is a sophomore at Model High. Bennett participates in One Act (which went to State this year) and also swims for the Floyd County Schools Swim Team. He is an active member of St. Peter’s EYC. His family is thrilled to see him once again on the stage!

Liz Suffill 14 year old Liz is ecstatic for her performance with RLT! She was last seen as Charlotte Purcell in Rome High’s production of These Shining Lives. When not on stage, Liz can be found volunteering at Rome Little Theater or the RAD playhouse, painting, or reading. She would like to thank the production team, cast, crew, family, friends, and teachers for their support and encouragement. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Christina Tomlin Christina is a sophomore at Rome High School. She is in show choir.

Some of her hobbies include crafting and reading. This is her first show with RLT, and she is excited for many more!

James Van Leuven James is a 6th grader at East Central. This is his first theatrical performance. He is the son of Mark and Wendi Van Leuven and brother of Will and Wes. James enjoys singing, baseball, creating his own songs, and directing homemade movies. James is enjoying his new RLT family and looks forward to many more performers.

Nash Williams Nash is a 12th grade student at Rome High School. When not on stage at RLT you can find him on stage at RHS or rehearsing for Show Choir. Nash is so excited that the cast was able to get back together to do this show after over a year and a half of waiting. Enjoy the show!

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