2017 - 2018 SEASON
THE FALLON THEATRE
From the Dean’s Desk Prepare to be amazed! Every time I sit where you are right now, I marvel at the magic our students create on that stage. For 44 years, the School of Theatre at FSU has brought the thrill of live theatre to Tallahassee audiences. Before this evening is over, you will see why our program has become one of the most renowned in the nation. Alumni who have performed here have gone on to prestigious careers -- on Broadway and in a multitude of other professions in theatre and beyond. While talent is a big part of their success, the hard work of our faculty and staff drive our students to excel. And you play an important role as well. Your attendance and support means the world to our students. Great actors need great audiences! Thanks for being a part of our theatre community. Enjoy the show!
Scott Shamp Interim Dean, College of Fine Arts
From the School of Theatre’s Executive Director Our 44th year of bringing you the very best of Musicals and Dramas and showcasing students’ work on stage and off, in the shops and in the classroom. Our alumni are taking the world by storm and Playbill has once again ranked us in the top five of public university programs most represented on Broadway. Our season will focus on how we each define family, luck, fate, mischief, normal, and loyalty. Together, we will have the opportunity to investigate the definitions that we assign to these words and how our individual experiences shape their meanings. In the School of Theatre, we are committed to a learning environment that builds on our rich past as it enters a new year – encouraging excellence, imagination, artistry, and leadership to empower our students to create the theatre of the future. Our ability to present theatre in meaningful ways depends on the deep and continued generosity of YOU – our patrons, donors, and community. It is fitting to take this moment to thank each of you for your varied and deep, individual connections and financial contributions to the School of Theatre. Thank you so much for being part of the arts in Tallahassee and especially with us here at the School of Theatre.
Cameron Jackson Executive Director, The School of Theatre
The School of Theatre at Florida State Presents
A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY Music and Lyrics by
Book by
Marshall Brickman Rick Elice
Andrew Lippa
Based on Characters Created by
Charles Addams
Director
Jessica Lea Patty Music Director
Choreographer
Jeremie Michael
Jessica Lea Patty Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Lighting Designer
Sound Designer
Technical Director
Stage Manager
Michelle Harvey Zach Cramer
Amy Avila
Kassidy Coburn
Don Fox
Hunter Greer
February 16 – March 4, 2018 The Fallon Theatre “The Addams Family” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide, 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY, 10036. (866) 378-9758. www.theatricalrights.com The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.
The Cast THE ADDAMS FAMILY Gomez Addams.........................................................................................................Alec Ruiz Morticia Addams..............................................................................................Lilianna Solum Fester Addams...........................................................................................Bradley Ford Betros Wednesday Addams........................................................................................Valeria Ceballos Pugsley Addams..................................................................................................Zach Duncan Grandma Addams..................................................................................................Ariel Baron Lurch................................................................................................................Michael Pisani THE BEINEKE FAMILY Mal Beineke...................................................................................................Michael Bradley Alice Beineke.......................................................................................................Ashley Lewis Lucas Beineke.....................................................................................................Eddie Ortega THE ADDAMS ANCESTORS Puritan...................................................................................................................Aidan Neal WWI Soldier........................................................................................................Daniel Deist Flight Attendant...............................................................................................Gabriella Juliet Cowgirl..........................................................................................................Hannah Schreer Bride.....................................................................................................Katerina McCrimmon Courtesan....................................................................................................Kate Vander Leest Conquistador....................................................................................................Connor Olney Flapper.................................................................................................................Jenna Myers Jailbird............................................................................................................Joey Merendino Indian..................................................................................................................Emma Safon Caveman........................................................................................................Ramone Nelson Gambler........................................................................................................Aaron McKenzie Swings....................................................................................Kyle Kniseley, Billy MacManus, Lannie Rubio, Jeanne Schwenck
Originally produced on Broadway by Stuart Oken, Roy Furman, Michael Leavitt, Five Cent Productions, Stephen Schuler, Decca Theatricals, Scott M. Delman, Stuart Ditsky, Terry Allen Kramer, Stephanie P. McClelland, James L. Nederlander, Eva Price, Jam Theatricals/Mary LuRoffe, Pittsburgh CLO/Gutterman-Swinsky, Vivek Tiwar/ Gary Kaplan, The Weinstein Company/Clarence, LLC, Adam Zotovich/Tribe Theatricals By Special Arrangement with Elephant Eye Theatrical
The School of Theatre at Florida State As one of the top-tier theatre training programs in the nation, the School of Theatre at Florida State provides its students with a wide variety of theatrical and educational opportunities. The primary mission of the School of Theatre is to offer students a comprehensive education in theatre and to prepare emerging artists to enter the professional theatre industry. As a result, the School of Theatre provides both student artists and community audience members a diverse array of productions that explore the spectrum of our shared humanity. Founded in 1973 under the vision and leadership of then-Dean Richard G. Fallon, the School of Theatre enjoys a national reputation, in large part, because of the excellence of its undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as a gifted faculty of nationally recognized professional artists/ educators. The London Theatre Studies program, the chance to work side by side with guest artists and eminent scholars, as well as showcase opportunities in New York City and Los Angeles are just a few of the many reasons why students are attracted to our various professional and academic degrees from all over the United States, many foreign countries, and every county in FL. Alumni of the program include Broadway stars Montego Glover and Leslie Flesner, television producer Steven Sears, Emmy Award-winners John Papsidera and John Brace, Broadway producers Heather Provost and Darren Bagert, Playwright and Professor Suzan Zeder, and a host of talented entertainment industry professionals. Through their creative work, research, publication, and service, School of Theatre alumni contribute to the commercial, educational, and cultural life of the citizens of Florida and the nation. The School of Theatre at Florida State is a member of the University/Resident Theatre Association, Inc. and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre.
Orchestra Conductor......................................................................................................Jeremie Michael Keyboard 1................................................................................................Sudarat Songsiridej Keyboard 2.......................................................................................................Manny Vidales Violin.....................................................................................................................Jose Kropp Reed 1................................................................................................................Aleyna Brown Reed 2...........................................................................................................Patricia Crispino Trumpet 1..................................................................................................Michael McKenzie Trombone..............................................................................................................Patrick Hill Cello..................................................................................................................Siera Condon Guitar................................................................................................................Chris Manuel Bass......................................................................................................................Maren Eden Drums...........................................................................................................Austin Crawford Percussion...............................................................................................................Josh Weitz
Understudies* Gomez Addams, Mal Beineke.............................................................................Kyle Kniseley Morticia Addams.........................................................................................Kate Vander Leest Fester Addams.................................................................................................Ramone Nelson Wednesday Addams, Alice Beineke........................................................Katerina McCrimmon Pugsley Addams, Lucas Beineke.........................................................................Connor Olney Grandma Addams.........................................................................................Jeanne Schwenck Lurch.............................................................................................................Billy MacManus *Understudies never substitute for listed players unless a specific announcement is made at the time of the performance
Musical Numbers ACT I Overture/Prologue.............................................Ancestors, Gomez Addams, Morticia Addams When You’re an Addams..................................................................Addams Family, Ancestors Fester’s Manifesto..............................................................................................Fester Addams Two Things.....................................................................................................Gomez Addams Wednesday’s Growing Up................................................................................Gomez Addams Three Things...................................................................................................Gomez Addams Trapped..........................................................................................................Gomez Addams Honor Roll.....................................................................................................Pugsley Addams Pulled............................................................................Wednesday Addams, Pugsley Addams Four Things....................................................................................................Gomez Addams One Normal Night...................................................................................................Company But Love...........................................................................................Fester Addams, Ancestors Secrets........................................................Morticia Addams, Alice Beineke, Female Ancestors Gomez’s What If.............................................................................................Gomez Addams What If...........................................................................................................Pugsley Addams Full Disclosure - Part 1.............................................................................................Company Waiting..............................................................................................Alice Beineke, Ancestors Full Disclosure - Part 2..............................................................................................Company
The Addams Family will be performed with one 15-minute intermission.
ACT II Opening Act II.........................................................................................................Ancestors Just Around the Corner.................................................................Morticia Addams, Ancestors The Moon and Me................................................................Fester Addams, Female Ancestors Happy/Sad......................................................................................................Gomez Addams Crazier Than You...................Wednesday Addams, Lucas Beineke, Mal Beineke, Alice Beineke Not Today.......................................................................................................Gomez Addams Live Before We Die.............................................................Gomez Addams, Morticia Addams Tango de Amor.........................................................................................................Orchestra Move Toward the Darkness.......................................................................................Company Bows........................................................................................................................Company
Cast Headshots
Ariel Baron
Bradley Ford Betros
Michael Bradley
Valeria Ceballos
Daniel Deist
Zach Duncan
Gabriella Juliet
Kyle Kniseley
Ashley Lewis
Billy MacManus
Katerina McCrimmon
Aaron McKenzie
Joey Merendino
Jenna Myers
Aidan Neal
Cast Headshots
Ramone Nelson
Connor Olney
Eddie Ortega
Michael Pisani
Lannie Rubio
Alec Ruiz
Emma Safon
Hannah Schreer
Jeanne Schwenck
Lilianna Solum
Kate Vander Leest
Who’s Who Ariel Baron (Grandma Addams) is a junior BA Theatre major from Coral Springs, FL. Previous credits include A Day in the Death of Joe Egg (Grace), How I Became a Pirate (Maxine the Pirate), Glory in the Flower (Hannah), and The Wedding Singer (Rosie). She thanks her parents, her brother, Jessica, and her friends.
Gabriella Juliet (Flight Attendant) is a junior BFA Music Theatre major from Orlando, FL. Favorite credits include Guys and Dolls (General Cartwright), All Shook Up (Ensemble, u/s Matilda), West Side Story (Rosalia), and Chicago (Roxie). Love and thanks to her professors, the company, and her family.
Bradley Ford Betros (Fester Addams) is a junior BM Music Theatre major from Jacksonville, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Big Jule), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Cogsworth), All Shook Up (Earl), and Twelfth Night (Fabian). He would like to thank his friends and his parents.
Kyle Kniseley (Swing, u/s Gomez Addams, u/s Mal Beineke) is a senior BA Theatre major from Jupiter, FL. Previous credits include Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat (Fish), How I Became a Pirate (Sharktooth the Pirate), Chess (Anatoly), and RENT (Roger). He thanks his mother for always supporting him.
Michael Bradley (Mal Beineke) is a senior BFA Music Theatre major from Cromwell, CT. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Sky Masterson) at FSU and six shows this summer at Wagon Wheel Theatre in Warsaw, IN, including Into the Woods (Rapunzel’s Prince). Sending love to Mom, Dad, Kelley, Chris, and Gabi! Valeria Ceballos (Wednesday Addams) is a junior BA Theatre major from Ft. Lauderdale, FL. Previous credits include Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Female Ensemble Swing, u/s Silly Girl), This Act of Darkness (Ceres), and A Chorus Line (Vicki). She is grateful for this amazing opportunity and everyone’s endless support. Daniel Deist (WWI Soldier) is a senior BFA Acting major from Roswell, GA. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (The Greek, u/s Benny Southstreet), Seminar (Douglas), Twelfth Night (Antonio), and the New Horizons: Original Works Festival. He thanks his family, friends, and mentors for their unwavering love and support. Go Noles! Zach Duncan (Pugsley Addams) is a freshman Exploratory major from Newnan, GA. He was last seen in Guys and Dolls (Albert). He thanks his brother Alex, Mom and Dad, and his remaining family members for their support with his theatrical endeavors.
Ashley Lewis (Alice Beineke) is a Music Therapy graduate student from Miami, FL. Previous credits include RENT (Maureen), Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey), Ring of Fire (June Carter), Dogfight (Rose Fenny), The Great American Trailer Park Musical (Pippi), Ghost: The Musical (Molly), Young Frankenstein (Elizabeth Benning), Into the Woods (Rapunzel), Nine (Luisa), and Spring Awakening (Ilse). She thanks her parents, friends, the cast, and the show staff for inspiring her to continue pursuing her passions. Billy MacManus (Swing, u/s Lurch) is a freshman BM Music Theatre major from Miami, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Joey Biltmore, MC), EVITA (Peron), and Shrek the Musical (Shrek). He thanks his family and friends for their unconditional love and support. Katerina McCrimmon (Bride, u/s Wednesday Addams, u/s Alice Beineke) is a sophomore BM Music Theatre major from Miami, FL. Previous credits include Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Belle), All Shook Up (Ensemble), Hairspray (Tracy Turnblad), john & jen (Jen), and Children of Eden (Eve, Mama Noah). She thanks her family for their trust and support.
Who’s Who Aaron McKenzie (Gambler) is a second year BM Music Theatre major from Melbourne, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Harry the Horse, u/s Sky Masterson), All Shook Up (Ensemble), and A Chorus Line (Richie). He thanks his family and friends for their endless love and support!
Eddie Ortega (Lucas Beineke) is a junior BM Music Theatre major from Orlando, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Liverlips Louie), Sister Act (Sweaty Eddie Souther), and Into the Woods (The Baker). He thanks God for His countless blessings, his parents for their overwhelming support, and this amazing cast.
Joey Merendino (Jailbird) is a junior BFA Music Theatre major. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Angie the Ox), See Rock City (Evan Mann), How I Became a Pirate (Swill the Pirate), and A Chorus Line (Cut Boy, u/s Mike, u/s Bobby). He thanks his family and friends.
Michael Pisani (Lurch) is a sophomore BA Theatre major from West Palm Beach, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Lt. Brannigan), Godspell (John the Baptist), Mary Poppins (Von Hussler), and La Cage aux Folles (Jacob). He thanks the production team for their incredible work and his family and friends for their support.
Jenna Myers (Flapper) is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre major from Boca Raton, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Allison), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble), The Music Man (Ensemble), and You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Sally). She thanks her mom for always supporting her dreams. Aidan Neal (Puritan) is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre major from Miami, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Society Max), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Lumiere), All Shook Up (Ensemble), and Cabaret (Bobby). He thanks his astonishing classmates for their unending support and friendship! Ramone Nelson (Caveman, u/s Fester Addams) is a freshman BFA Music Theatre major from Conyers, GA. Credits include Guys and Dolls (Waiter, Ensemble, u/s Gamblers), Les Misérables (Jean Valjean), Hairspray (Seaweed), and Fences (Troy). He thanks God, the faculty for the opportunities in the SOT, and his family for their support. Connor Olney (Conquistador, u/s Pugsley Addams, u/s Lucas Beineke) is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre major from Albany, NY. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Rusty Charlie), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble), All Shook Up (Male Ensemble Swing), and 42nd Street (Billy). He thanks the cast, crew, production team, and his family.
Lannie Rubio (Swing) is a freshman BFA Music Theatre major from Miami, FL. Previous credits include The Bald Soprano (Mrs. Martin), Bye Bye Birdie (Rose), and Hairspray (Penny). She thanks her family for their support and the SOT faculty for this opportunity! Alec Ruiz (Gomez Addams) is a senior BA Theatre major from Wellington, FL. Previous credits include The Servant of Two Masters (Truffaldino), Cloud 9 (Clive/Cathy), Hedda Gabler (Judge Brack), and Twelfth Night (Feste). He thanks his family, cast, crew, and production team for their support. Emma Safon (Indian) is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre major from Atlanta, GA. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Ensemble, u/s Hot Box Girl) and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble). She thanks her friends and family for always being there for her. Hannah Schreer (Cowgirl) is a freshman BFA Music Theatre major from Miami, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Swing), Bye Bye Birdie (Kim MacAfee), and A Chorus Line (Cassie). She would like to thank Jess, Jeremie, and the SOT for this opportunity and her friends and family for their constant love and support.
Who’s Who Jeanne Schwenck (Swing, u/s Grandma Addams, Dance Captain) is a junior BFA Music Theatre major from Miami, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Miss Adelaide), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Ensemble, u/s Mrs. Potts, Dance Captain), All Shook Up (Female Swing), and Legally Blonde (Ensemble). She thanks her parents for their support and love. Lilianna Solum (Morticia Addams) is a sophomore BFA Music Theatre major from Sarasota, FL. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Ferguson, u/s Sarah Brown), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Swing), Shrek the Musical (Fiona), and Chicago (Hunyak). Special thanks to Jessica, the cast, crew, production team, and her sweet family. Kate Vander Leest (Courtesan, u/s Morticia Addams) is a freshman BFA Music Theatre major from Iowa City, IA. Previous credits include Guys and Dolls (Blanche), Les Misérables (Fantine), and The Wizard of Oz (Dorothy). She thanks her family for their continuous love and support. Amy Avila (Costume Designer) is a third year MFA Costume Design candidate. Previous design credits include A Day in the Death of Joe Egg and How I Became a Pirate at FSU, The Taming of the Shrew at the University of Nebraska, and a handful of student film projects. She would like to thank her roommate Kat, her family, and her friends for all of their continued love and support. Kassidy Coburn (Technical Director) is a second year MFA Technical Production candidate. She completed her undergraduate at University at Buffalo. Previous credits include Assistant Technical Director for Cloud 9 at FSU, Technical Director for Wild Horses and The Niceties, and two world premieres at The Contemporary American Theatre Festival. Kassidy is also the Assistant Production Manager for Live Design International, a live event conference held each year in Las Vegas. She would like to thank everyone who made this production possible!
Zach Cramer (Sound Designer) is the staff sound designer for the FSU School of Theatre. He has been involved with theatre for over nineteen years and has since designed over 80 productions. Selected design credits include The Who’s Tommy, Peter Pan, Ragtime, Seussical The Musical, Nine (winner 2008 FTC, 2009 SETC and advanced to national A ACT), Titanic, The Producers, Monty Python’s Spamalot, Hedda Gabler, Legally Blonde, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, and A Day in the Death of Joe Egg. He is also the sound designer for Valdosta State University’s Peach State Summer Theatre. Don Fox (Lighting Designer) is an Assistant Professor of Lighting and Sound at Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Indiana, PA. He holds his MFA in Lighting Design from the University of Arizona and a BA in Theatre Administration from St. Edward’s University in Austin, TX. His credits include Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker (Lighting Designer/ Production Manager), Circus Electronica (Lighting Designer/Production Manager), Tucson’s Artifact Dance Project (Resident Lighting Designer), Tucson’s Rogue Theatre (Resident Lighting Designer), Post Playhouse at Ft. Robinson State Park (Lighting and Scenic Designer), and Numerica Performing Arts Center of Wenatchee (Resident Producer, Lighting Designer, and Scenic Designer). He is the past lighting and sound consultant for Silversea Cruises. He was also the Lighting Designer for Shakespeare in the Park for the San Antonio Botanical Gardens. www.DonFoxDesigns.com. Enjoy the show! Hunter Greer (Stage Manager) is a senior BA Theatre major from Orlando, FL. Selected credits include Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Oklahoma!, and Hairspray at Shenandoah Summer Music Theatre, and All Shook Up and Legally Blonde at FSU. He thanks his family, friends, ASM’s, Mombra, and the SOT for this incredible opportunity.
Who’s Who Michelle Harvey (Scenic Designer) is the resident scenic design faculty member for The University of Texas at Arlington’s Department of Theatre Arts and Maverick Theatre Company for which she regularly designs. Other credits include designs for the Turtle Creek Chorale, Theatre Three (A Little Night Music, Memphis, Picnic), Dallas Children’s Theatre (Goosebumps, The BFG –national tour, Seussical ), Uptown Players (Titanic, Soho Cinders, Aida, Ragtime, Sweeney Todd ), and The Spectacular Senior Follies (since 2015), among others. Michelle is a member of USITT and the United Scenic Artists Local 829. (USA 829, MFA) Jeremie Michael (Music Director) holds a Master of Music in theory/composition from FSU where he recently conducted Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Jeremie was musical director with the Off-Broadway production of The Fantasticks and while residing in New York, he was a pit musician with several Broadway musicals including Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and Chicago. Major ensembles, including the San Francisco Symphony and the Houston Symphony, have featured him as a piano soloist. He studied piano performance at the San Francisco Conservatory and The Juilliard School, and presently lives in Tallahassee with his wife Elizabeth and daughter Mackenzie. More at www.jeremiemichael.com. Jessica Lea Patty (Director/Choreographer) is a seven time Broadway veteran, teaching artist and choreographer. She was last seen on Broadway in the Tony Award ® winning production Bandstand where she played Jo. She also understudied and performed the lead role of Julia Trojan. Jessica was in the Broadway revival of EVITA starring Ricky Martin where she understudied and performed the title role of Eva Peron, as well as starring as the Cassie alternate in the Broadway revival of A Chorus Line. Her other Broadway credits include The Boy From Oz starring Hugh Jackman and the original Broadway companies of The People In The Picture, 9 to 5: The Musical, and The Addams Family. As an original member of The Addams Family, Jessica was with the
show throughout its journey from a workshop table reading to the pre-Broadway tryout in Chicago and ultimately to its home on Broadway. She created the original Flapper Ancestor and understudied both Morticia and Wednesday Addams played by Bebe Neuwirth and Krysta Rodriguez respectively. Jessica has numerous regional and NYC stage credits including City Center Encores! and the NY Philharmonic as well as touring nationally with Cats and Fosse. Jessica has also made numerous television appearances including five Tony Award ® telecasts, Dancing with the Stars, The Kennedy Center Honors, The View and Good Morning America. In film, she will make her onscreen debut this fall in Backseat starring Christian Bale and Amy Adams. Jessica has had the privilege of working alongside Tony Award ® winning director/choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton, Bandstand ) for 12 years as both a performer and an associate choreographer. She also teaches musical theatre and mindfulness at the Orange County School of the Arts where she will be choreographing Jasper in Deadland by Ryan Scott Oliver and Hunter Foster this spring. Jessica has taught musical theatre workshops and masterclasses all over the country most notably for The Broadway Artists Alliance, Broadway Workshop, University of California Irvine, Florida State, and The Performing Arts Project among others. Jessica also choreographed the finale for the Brazilian reality TV show Broadway Dreams. Jessica is a proud alum of the Florida State University BFA Music Theatre Program! She is thrilled to return to Tallahassee to create a new FSU version of a show she holds very dear to her heart. Go Noles!! Endless love to my family, friends, and my rock Greg. www.jessicaleapatty.com
Who’s Who Dallas Pollei (Assistant Director) is a first year MFA Directing candidate from Roswell, NM. Last semester, he served as the Assistant Director for Guys and Dolls. For the past 11 years, Dallas has been a tenured professor of Theatre and Humanities at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus. There, he directed two shows a year for the past decade with an emphasis in musicals.
Information in “Who’s Who” is provided by members of this production. Opinions expressed are those of the players, and not necessarily those of the School of Theatre or Florida State University.
Sudarat Songsiridej (Assistant Music Director) is a Coach Accompanist for the FSU Music Theatre Program and a Dance Musician for FSU School of Dance. She has been the Assistant Music Director and Production Pianist for the School of Theatre musicals since 1997. She has played for a variety of guest artists including Ann Reinking, Richard Maltby and David Shire. She is also the Pianist/Arranger for the annual FSU Music Theatre New York Showcase. Off campus, she is the Music Director for The Laughing Stock, Florida’s Political Cabaret and is the Company Pianist for the Pas de Vie Ballet. Sudarat holds degrees from the Juilliard School, Eastman School of Music and Florida State University. She has also completed the Somatic Voicework(sm) I, II and III at the Shenandoah University in 2015 and the LoVetri Institute at the Baldwin Wallace University in 2017.
LEARN MORE: ADDAMS THROUGH THE AGES In 1938, Charles Addams began a series of single panel cartoons centered around an unnamed family that embodied a satirical inversion of the ideal 20th century American family. From 1964 to 1966, the cartoon was turned into a 30-minute black-and-white television series for which Charles Addams named the family “The Addams Family.” In the years following, the TV series was adapted into two different animated series, three movies, and another television series. Most notable of these adaptations is the 1991 film. The movie followed closely to the description and instructions given by Charles Addams and had incredible box office success.
KNOW MORE: TRIVIA TIME Justin Astin, the actor who played Gomez Addams in the original T.V. series, was initially offered a different role. What role was he offered? a ) Fester b) Thing T. Thing c ) Lurch d) Trick question, it was always Gomez. Wednesday’s name is a reference to the line “Wednesday’s child is full of woe” in a Mother Goose Poem. In which poem does the line appear? a )When I Was a Little Girl b)The First of May c )Cry, Baby d) Monday’s Child All of the celebrities below have played Morticia Addams EXCEPT for: a ) Carolyn Jones b) Cher c ) Bebe Neuwirth d) Anjelica Huston
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DISCOVER MORE: WHOSE MOTHER? Although consistently identified as the grandmother of Pugsley and Wednesday, Grandmama’s relationship to the other family members is inconsistent across the various adaptations of “The Addams Family”. In the original cartoons published in The New Yorker, the character was referred to as Granny Frump, making her Morticia’s mother. In both television series, Grandmama’s relationship to the family changed as she became Gomez’s mother. However, in the animated series and feature films, Grandmama was identified as the maternal grandmother of the children. This discrepancy prompts Gomez’s hilarious line, “I thought she was your mother!” in the Broadway musical.
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Production Staff Director..........................................................................................................................Jessica Lea Patty Assistant Director.................................................................................................................Dallas Pollei Music Director................................................................................................................Jeremie Michael Assistant Music Director.............................................................................................Sudarat Songsiridej Assistant to the Music Director...............................................................................................Adam Lacy Conductor......................................................................................................................Jeremie Michael First Rehearsal Accompanist.......................................................................................Sudarat Songsiridej Second Rehearsal Accompanist...............................................................................................Adam Lacy Choreographer................................................................................................................Jessica Lea Patty Dance Rehearsal Assistant..................................................................................................Ahmad Ratliff Dance Captain................................................................................................................Jeanne Schwenk Fight Captain.......................................................................................................................Dallas Pollei Scenic Designer..............................................................................................................Michelle Harvey Costume Designer...................................................................................................................Amy Avila Costume Design Assistants......................................................................Julianne Babel, Aolani Santiago Lighting Designer......................................................................................................................Don Fox Associate Lighting Designer......................................................................................................Tori Mays Sound Designer................................................................................................................... Zach Cramer Sound Assistants........................................................................................Abbey Dillard, Melissa Emery Technical Director...........................................................................................................Kassidy Coburn Assistant Technical Directors.............................................Jeffery Culleiton, Ryan Ponsell, Bri Weintraub Stage Manager.....................................................................................................................Hunter Greer Assistant Stage Managers................................................Julia Bodolay, Meredith Key, Francesca Martin, Lauren McGee, Gianna Sheppard Director of Production Services......................................................................................Joshua Wickham Technical Direction Advisors............................................................................Robert Coleman, Jim Lile Production Manager......................................................................................................Joshua Wickham Assistant Production Managers..........................................................John Abraham Davis, Kyle Hoehn, Zach Murphy, Christy Perez Scene Shop Manager.......................................................................................................Colin Campbell Assistant Scene Shop Manager..................................................................................John Abraham Davis Drafters.................................................................Kassidy Coburn, Erin Collopy, John Abraham Davis, Cliff Glowacki, Zach Murphy, Ryan Ponsell, Colin Shay, Bri Weintraub Carpenters.................................................................................Brock Baird, Zach Briscoe, Erin Collopy, John Abraham Davis, Cliff Glowacki, Zack Hiatt, Zach Murphy, Ryan Ponsell Justin Voga, Stephen Walton, Bri Weintraub Paint Shop Supervisor...........................................................................................................Jason Strom Scenic Charge Artist............................................................................................................Delia Revard Scenic Artists.....................................................................Haley Brown, Kassidy Coburn, Erin Collopy, Abbey Dillard, Bradley Hargesheimer, Ilianna Maestri, Amanda Norris, Kerry Oreo, Hannah Reasor, Riley Roberts, Colin Shay, Jacob Thomas Properties Manager................................................................................................................Kevin Grab Properties Master..................................................................................................................Rachel Wier Properties Artisans.............................................................Katie Andrew, Erin Collopy, Allison Daniels, Abbey Dillard, Meghan Hall, Zack Hiatt, Jillian Martell, Ken Moore, Zach Murphy, Reona Woods Costume Design Advisor.................................................................................................Colleen Muscha Costume Technology Advisor......................................................................................Martha H. Cooper Costume Shop Manager.......................................................................................................Sarah Jahnke Assistant Costume Shop Manager..........................................................................................Caitlin Yost
Production Staff Wardrobe Supervisor......................................................................................................Courtni Riddick Staff Draper...........................................................................................................................Caitlin Yost Drapers...................................................................Julianne Babel, Martha H. Cooper, Clara Jean Kelly, Katharina Koehler, Marc Taylor, Caitlin Yost Stitchers...........................................................................Julianne Babel, Linnet Berna, Celeste Collado, Sophia Faust, Briann Hemp, Clara Jean Kelly, Katharina Koehler, Courtney Medina, Courtni Riddick, Jacqueline Rittenbacher, Charlie Stowers, Marc Taylor Wig Stylists...................................................................................................................Amanda Denkler Master Electrician...............................................................................................................Carrie Barton Electricians............................................................................Thomas Bretz, Andy Lile, Ramone Nelson, Caroline Steed, Justin Voga, Jonah Watson Shop Electrician.................................................................Thomas Bretz,Stephanie Freeborn, Andy Lile Lighting Supervisor............................................................................................................Carrie Barton Sound Board Operator........................................................................................................Zach Cramer Light Board Operator........................................................................................................Alexa Woelcke Spotlight Operators......................................................................................Victoria Britt, Cayla Jackson Run Crew.........................................................Gretchen Beaumier, Madeline Bonahue, Andrew Burns, Deja Crumpton, Chase Davis, Danielle Dede, Abbey Dillard, Melissa Emery, Sophia Faust, Lizt Garcia, Laura Hart, Christian Meany, Ryan Moore, Samantha Murphy, Caileigh Potter, Rave Saine, Katrina Scott, Najah Shaffiers, Kendal Singer, Elizabeth Slade, Hanna Smaglis, Stephen Walton, Jessica Warger, Katrina Wittenbauer House Manager..................................................................................................................Jawaan Smith Director of the Fine Arts Ticket Office..............................................................................Sarah Goodson Patron Services Managers.................................................................................Jay Pension, Jawaan Smith Accounting Manager.......................................................................................................Kadeem Walker Assistant Patron Services Manager.....................................................................................Katelyn Woods Usher Crew.....................................................................Skylar Andrews, Emily Bodony, Grace Campisi, Matt Demayo, Victoria Dominguez, Stephanie Freeborn, Emily Hoerbelt, Kydiana Jeanty, Jordan Johnson, Elizabeth Lewis, Lauren McMillan, Joseph Morfogen, Amanda Norris, Alexandra Posner, Mallory Prost, Tyree Randall, Jonathan Santos, Gabrielle Simon Fine Arts Ticket Office Staff..................................................................Spencer Abramson, Haley Brown, Emily Davis,Erica Dixon, Kevin Fitzpatrick, Genesis Gates, Shane Howell, Gabriela Iglesias, Hannah Katz, Macy Lanceta, Gabby Lawlor, Jennifer Reichert, Joey Romano, Aisling Ryan, Marina Schipani, Elaina Zwiener Associate Director of Marketing.....................................................................................Michael E. Stone Marketing Communications Manager..........................................................................Naomi Longshore Marketing Assistant............................................................................................................Jawaan Smith Marketing Intern..................................................................................................................Aisling Ryan Community Engagement Manager...............................................................................Naomi Longshore Patrons Association Coordinator.......................................................................................Katelyn Woods Community Engagement Intern....................................................................................Jennifer Reichert
About the Patrons Association The Patrons Association was established to support the students, faculty, and staff at the School of Theatre by promoting activities that enrich the School and the cultural life of our community. Founded in 1970, the Patrons Association and its 300 members provide a valuable link between the School and the community, and help to ensure the best possible theatrical entertainment for Tallahassee. The Patrons Association provides support for student scholarships as well as valuable assistance to support performances and programs that enrich the lives of all students and community members. This year, the Patrons Association raised more than $38,000 towards student scholarships and recruitment. We believe that with your involvement, we can further enrich the lives of our students and community members by providing an outstanding theatre experience, community programming and outreach, student and faculty enhancement, increase national student recruitment efforts, and support visiting guest artists through Patron supported and sponsored annual fundraising efforts and events.
Patrons Scholar Spotlight: Gabrielle Lawlor Gabrielle is a junior BA Theatre major and Education minor. After returning from studying abroad last fall, she is eager to jump back into her second year of work with the Fine Arts Ticket Office as a Ticket Agent, as well as diving into her first semester with the College of Education. Gabrielle is excited to take the skills she has learned through Theatre Academy London and apply them to future artistic projects. Her past School of Theatre credits include Spent, City of Light, and Objectify. After graduation, she hopes to pursue graduate study in Theatre Education with the ambition of being a theatre teacher. To the Patrons, Gabrielle would like to say, “Being a Patrons Scholar is a true honor and I am so thankful for it. Your support helped me to afford going to London for the semester. Being able to live and fall in love with one of the most vibrant cities in the world was truly unforgettable.�
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Patrons Association Members BOARD MEMBERS Lynn McWilliams, President Tom Crabb, Vice President Ellen Berler, Secretary Jay Newman, Treasurer Linda Clickner Robert Clickner Audrea Coniglio Rob Contreras Gary Cook Howard Eisenman Barbara Elam Howard Kessler Charles LaTour Annelise Leysieffer KC McWilliams Sunny Phillips Sara Rodrigue Nancy Sheridan James C. Smith Dennis Williams EMERITUS BOARD MEMBERS Jalma Baker Richard Henry Mart Hill Ted* and Barbara Judd Lou Kellenberger* William Moncrief* Brooks & Almena Pettit Dawn Sharp* June Strauss* ANGELS Rick Brandt Sandy Brown, Magnolia Properties Terry & Linda Cole Rob Contreras & Ellen Berler Gary & Joanne Cook Tom, Danielle, & Cassandra Crabb Alicia Crew Jim & Sandy Dafoe Howard & Susan Eisenman Barbara & John Elam
Frank & JoAnn Fain Del & Diane Hughes Cameron & Teresa Jackson KC & Bob McWilliams Lynn & Todd McWilliams Russ & Genie Morcom Jay & Sue Newman Jim & Betty Ann Rodgers Judy & Michael Sheridan Michael & Nancy Sheridan Dennis & Barbara Williams Carol Woodward Woody & Pamela Woodward DIRECTORS Steve Carter & Phyllis Thomson J. Kent & Flora Caruthers Robert & Linda Clickner Gloria Deison Jennifer Fitzwater & Geof Mansfield Tom Foley Bruce & Lynn Janasiewicz Barbara Judd Howard & Anne Van Meter Kessler Annelise Leysieffer Brooks & Almena Pettit Steve Ray Regional Therapy, Inc. Sara Rodrigue John & Emily Ruddell Dr. J.C. Smith & Elizabeth R. Smith Kip & Bev Wells David & Mary Jean Yon BENEFACTORS Walli Beall Joe & Patti Beckham Brad & Robyn Brock Tony & Sherry Carvalho Mark Chin Lenn, MD & Kevin Pfeiffer William & Audrea Coniglio Virginia Craig Paul & Mary Ann Deitchman
Michele Diamonti & Michelle MacVicar Gerald Dufford Richard Dusenbury Bryon & Barbara Ehlmann Susan & Jack Fiorito Barbara Ann Frederich Larry Gerber Artis & Pat Gray Joan & Stu Griffith Steven Hall & Josh Willoughby Jerry & Bobbi Hill Mart P. Hill Dr. T. Lynn Hogan & Robin Fowler Warren Husband John & Linda Kilgore John & Jennifer LaVia Fred & Jill Leach Carol & Dennis Lee Bill & Susan Leseman Bill & Laurie McCort Meredith & Elsa McKinney Fran McLean Sally McRorie Clifford & Mary Madsen Mike & Joanne Mallardi Ralph & Sue Mancuso Janet Mantooth Alex H. Meng & Yi Zhu Mary Ann & Duncan Moore Joel C. Padgett Tom & Vivian Pelham Sunny Phillips Lili Quintiliani & Blan Teagle Lance, Beth, & Lindsay Rodan Ana & Rick Ruiz Karen J. Russell Shuey Family Pat & Gary Smith Jane & David Watson Lynda Roser & Marilyn Yon FRIENDS John & Willa Almof Alan & Nancy Asker Jeannie B. & Tommy Barrett Steve & Ellen Bellenot
Patrons Association Members Bill & Nolia Brandt Anna Cleveland Juan & Jessica Comas Ann M. Coleman Eugenia Coyne Bob & Ellie Disbennett Paul Downing* & Marie Cantwell Lynn Marie Firehammer Roy M. Forman & Paula Saunders Harvey & Judy Goldman Elenita Gomez & Jack Brennan Mark E. Griffard William & Maura Heebink Dottie & Jon Hinkle James Hovey
Roxanne M. Hughes Linda & Rick Hyson Betsy Kellenberger Sue & Fred Koberlein Susan Barnes & Kenneth Kranz Charles & Dian LaTour Donna Legare & Jody Walthall Cyndy & Walt Loomis Jeralyn Lucking John Mayo Ann & Don Morrow Randy & Karen Murrell Albert & Darlene Oosterhof Dr. & Mrs. Perfect Larry & Joanne Pintacuda Jim & Joanie Prescott Gloria Priest
Rae Roeder Herb & Rowe Rogero William & Jeanne Ryder In Memoria – Bob & Gloria Shuman Carey Smith Robert A. & Martha C. Spivey Dawn Springs Nancy Stepina-Robison Richard Stevens Dr. Gail Thompkins Mary Jane Vossler Dana & Barbara Wilson Latika Young Dr. Elizabeth Zipse
Major Donors to the School of Theatre Don & June* Alford Mrs. Erika Anderson Angela Musette Russo Foundation Robert Barber* Julia Burnett Bryant* Mary Auger Burns* Ralph Cook* Deborah Cooley* John Degen* Mary Demetree Frank & JoAnn Fain Richard & Sue Fallon* Frank Flynn Richard & Kathleen Henry Maximilian E. & Marion O. Hoffman Foundation Davis Gaines Steve & Blanche Gordon
Dr. Ben Grace Mr. Foster Harmon Richard & Betty Higginbotham Mart Hill Donald Hinkle Janet Hinkle The Hough Family Foundation Charles & Lillian Huisking Cameron & Teresa Jackson Barbara & Ted* Judd Howard Kessler Gil Lazier Magnolia Properties & Investments, Inc. Michael & Jean Martin Mark & Stephanie Medoff Esther Mertz Mrs. Charlotte Palmer Patrons Association
Cathy Peters Almena & Brooks Pettit Robb Pruitt Burt Reynolds Jim & Betty Ann Rodgers Leon & Jane Schmehl* Steven Sears Janis Carter Stulman Fred & June Turner Wachovia Bank Steven W. Wallace & Elizabeth Berkley-Wallace Mae & Harvey Watt Foundation
Patrons Association Members and Major Donors listed as of February 9, 2018. All (*) following a donor’s name indicates the person has passed away.
2017-2018 Scholarship Recipients Angela Musette Russo Memorial Scholarship Wendy Parkulo, Carlee Soeder, Caroline Steed Davis Gaines Music Theatre Scholarship Michael Bradley*, Sean Watkinson, Dori Waymer Frank and Joann Fain Scholarship Aidan Neal*, Connor Olney*, Lilianna Solum* Gil Lazier Scholarship Diana Grose, Gabriella Juliet*, Marina Rose Macherone, Anna Jane Trinci Hazel Sliger Presidential Scholarship Jennifer Reichert* Hoffman Scholarship Jae Coutrier Howard W. Kessler Scholarship Shane Howell*, Hana Khan, Francesca Martin, Erin McNellis, Joey Merendino*, Brooke Schellpfeffer Leon and Jane Howard Schmehl Scholarship Simon Beckham, Tanner Holman, Blake Lafita, Emily Onimus, Trey Stripling, Alison Wood
Mart and Louis Hill Presidential Scholarship Claudia Montague Patrons Endowment London Scholarship Scott Callenberger, Gabby Lawlor*, Jillian Martell, Amelia Morgeson, Brian Piedra Patrons Scholarship Jessica Barthle, Linnet Berna, Chanterelle Davis, Shelby Gilberto, Hannah Katz*, Aliya Kraar, Isadora Leiva, Claire McCarthy, Veronica Nia, Jessie Suarez, Southard Williamson Pettit Presidential Scholarship Jelysbeth Bobadilla Richard G. Fallon Scholarship Jenna Myers*, Ahmad Ratliff*, Jeanne Schwenck* Robert S. Barber Scholarship Claire Fleitz, Kate Henderson, Giancarlo Herrera, Marina Schipani* Theodore and Barbara Judd Scholarship Macy Lanceta*, Madison Minnich
An (*) following a student’s name indicates a scholarship recipient involved in this production.
Who’s Who in the School of Theatre Cameron Jackson..........................................................................Executive Director; School of Theatre Brad Brock.................................................................................... Associate Director; School of Theatre Samer Al-Saber..................................................................................Assistant Professor, Theatre Studies Terri Bourus.........................................................................................................Professor, Performance Fred Chappell................................................................................................................Professor, Acting Robert H. Coleman................................................................ Associate Professor, Technical Production Director - MFA Technical Production Martha H. Cooper..................................................................Associate Professor, Costume Technology Mary Karen Dahl............................................................. ...............................Professor, Theatre Studies Director - MA/Ph.D. Program Patricia Delorey..........................................................Teaching Faculty, Voice; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Jonathan Epstein......................................................Teaching Faculty, Acting; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Kate Watson Gelabert............................................................................. Associate Professor, Movement Director - BFA Music Theatre Debra Hale..................................................................................................... Associate Professor, Voice Scott Hudson...........................................................................Visiting Assistant Professor, Performance Dale F. Jordan................................................................................................... Professor, Scenic Design Greg Leaming...................................................................................Director; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Jean McDaniel Lickson..................................................................................Associate Professor, Acting Director - BFA Acting Jim Lile....................................................................................Assistant Professor, Technical Production Andrei Malaev-Babel............................................................ Professor, Acting; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Patrick McKelvey..............................................................................Assistant Professor, Theatre Studies Colleen Muscha............................................................................................ Professor, Costume Design Director - MFA Costume Design Elizabeth Osborne............................................................................ Associate Professor, Theatre Studies Thomas Ossowski...............................................................................Associate Professor, Music Theatre Leslie France-Patterson............................................................................ Teaching Faculty, Performance Anthony Rhine....................................................................... Assistant Professor, Theatre Management Kris Salata............................................................................................ Associate Professor, Performance Director - BA Program Eliza Schwarz.................................................... Teaching Faculty, Movement; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Jessica West............................................................................................... Associate Professor, Directing Director - MFA Directing Carrie Barton........................................................................................................... Lighting Supervisor Colin Campbell................................................................................................... Scenic Studio Manager Jonathan Courtemanche.................................................Office Administrator; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Zach Cramer..................................................................................................................Sound Designer Michele Diamonti................................................................ Director of Academic and Student Services Sarah Goodson.................................................................................. Director of Fine Arts Ticket Office Kevin Grab................................................................................................................Properties Manager Sarah Jahnke..................................................................................................... Costume Shop Manager Marcia McClellan.................................................................................................Staff Services Associate Christopher McVicker....................................................... Technical Director; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Megan Mowery..............................................................................................................Media Specialist Debi Schalch.................................................... Student Services Coordinator; FSU/Asolo Conservatory Lauren Snyder..............................................................................................F & A Operations Manager Samantha Spiers..........................................................................................................Academic Advisor Jason Strom............................................................................................................. Paint Shop Manager Barbara Thomas............................................................................... Student Services Assistant Manager Amber Vann Lee.................................................................................................... Office Administrator Joshua Wickham.....................................................................................................Production Manager Kathy Wickham...................................................................................Degen Resource Room Librarian Caitlin Yost........................................................................................ Assistant Costume Shop Manager
For Your Information Welcome to the School of Theatre at Florida State. Whether you are returning or visiting for the first time, we want you to feel comfortable and be familiar with our facilities and services. As a courtesy to the actors on stage and other members of the audience, we ask you to silence cellular phones, pagers, and watch alarms during the show. Recording or photographing any part of this performance is strictly prohibited. Cameras and recording equipment must be checked with the House Manager. For persons in need of hearing reinforcement, infrared headsets are offered free of charge in the Fallon Theatre. Headsets should be reserved through the Fine Arts Ticket Office. There is no charge for this service; however, a driver’s license, major credit card, or $10 returnable deposit is required.
Smoking is not permitted in any Florida State University building. Lost and Found articles should be turned in to the House Manager and may be claimed at the Fine Arts Ticket Office, located in the Fine Arts Building. Gift Certificates may be purchased at the Fine Arts Ticket Office in any dollar amount. Gift certificates are great ideas for birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. There are a variety of ticket packages and discounts available. Theatre parties with friends and business associates may be organized at substantial discounts for groups of ten or more.
Patrons in wheelchairs will find handicapped parking available in the parking garages adjacent to the Fallon, Lab, and Studio Theatres. Wheelchair seating is available at all of our theatres and should be requested when ordering tickets. Patrons should seek the House Manager for assistance upon arrival.
For group sales information, contact the Fine Arts Ticket Office Manager at 850644-6500.
Everyone must have a ticket for the event including infants and children in laps. If your child is causing a disturbance, please exit to the lobby. It is not advised that children under our recommended ages listed per show attend School of Theatre productions.
Late arrivals will be seated at the discretion of the House Manager.
Restrooms are conveniently located in the lobby area.
Hours of operation for the Fine Arts Ticket Office are Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The Ticket Office will open 60 minutes prior to each performance.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to performance time to guarantee seating. Patrons arriving 15-20 minutes after the start of the performance will not be seated until intermission.