Elf the Musical

Book by

THOMAS MEEHAN and BOB MARTIN Music by

MATTHEW SKLAR Lyrics by

CHAD BEGUELIN

Directed and Choreographed by Keith McCoy

Music Director.............................................................Debbie Anderson Production Stage Manager...................................................Jess Adams Scenic & Lighting Designer.........................................Matthew Swindell Costume Designer................................................................Alex Allison Props Designer.................................................................Patti Jo Fenzel Sound Designer...............................................................Julianne Slaton Technical Director.............................................................Walter Pigford Assistant Stage Manager..................................................Shepherd Leak Assistant Technical Director..................................................David Jones Audio Engineer..............................................................Caleb Huneycutt Costume Shop Assistant Manager..................................Mollie Lipkowitz Wardrobe Head.................................................................Melody Carter Wig Supervisor....................................................................Liliana Harrell Production Technician..........................................................Scottie Scott Deck Chief/Props Assistant..................................................MH Harrison Fly Captain.......................................................................Jessica Speice Scenic Artist....................................................................Katie Andreachi Youth Advocate.................................................................Jasper Howell ASM Intern................................................................Annabelle Maggart House Manager......................................................Charlotte McShurley Based upon the New Line Cinema film written by David Berenbaum Originally produced by Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures in association with Unique Features Elf The Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.

THE CAST Ry Cavanagh Buddy

Kristofer Holz Walter Hobbs

Keila Wong Jovie

Chelcy Cutwright Emily Hobbs

Christian Becerra Manager/Ensemble

Terrance McQueen Ensemble

Seralyn Scott Ensemble

Meagan Cascone Deb

Griffin Hutchins Larren Woodward Mrs. Claus / Ensemble Chadwick / Ensemble

Marsalis Causey Ensemble

Courtlyn Holt Ensemble / Jovie US

Manuel Abreú Ensemble

Tatiana Grace Ensemble

Andy Brown Santa / Greenway

Derek Alexander Matthews / Ensemble

Clarence Edmond Ensemble

Abraham Islas Ensemble

Sydney Lewis Ensemble

Shannon Hamilton Ensemble

Christopher Greysen Trippe Michael Milligan Ensemble Ensemble / US Buddy

Red Youth Ensemble: Deven Rachel (Michael Hobbs), Autumn Thompson (Elf 1), Willow Link (Elf 2), Hunter Rushing (Elf 3), Mav Ellis (Elf 4), Savannah Budd (Elf 5), Gabrielle Hall (Shawanda), Aidan Mitchell (Charlie), William James (Boy Elf) Blue Youth Ensemble: Giancarlo Houston (Michael Hobbs), Nelia Basset (Elf 1), Gracie Glass (Elf 2), Caela Cobb (Elf 3), Nik Ly (Elf 4), Josiah Pak (Elf 5), Jada Bynam (Shawanda), Oaklee Gregory (Charlie), Charles Myers (Boy Elf)

CAST BIOS FROM THE DIRECTOR It’s Christmas at the Springer Opera House Theatre! I am thrilled to extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you to our eagerly awaited holiday mainstage production of “Elf the Musical”! This production holds a special place in my heart: it is my first official production as Artistic Director of this landmark, historic theatre. It marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our arts community.

Working alongside an exceptionally talented cast and crew has been an absolute joy. The dedication and passion they bring to the stage are genuinely inspiring. I couldn’t have asked for a more committed team for my first production in this new role. Together, we have poured our hearts into bringing the magic of “Elf” to life, and we can’t wait to share it with you.

You may have heard we are beginning a new tradition for our musicals and mainstage productions. In the spirit of fostering a deeper connection between our audience and the brilliant individuals who make our shows possible, we are delighted to offer opportunities to engage with cast and crew members while enjoying additional opening weekend preview performances.

Springer Unplugged is our live lunch event where you’ll have the chance to meet our talented cast and crew members up close and personal. Another opening weekend event is Springer Encore, a post-Saturday evening performance onstage where we keep the show going with more performances from the cast. And on select Sundays, we’ll answer your questions and share first-hand behind-the-curtain experiences during Springer Speaks, a cast talkback. We hope you will join us for what will become a new Springer tradition each opening weekend.

My sincere gratitude goes to our incredible audience, whose unwavering support has made this journey possible. To our patrons, your continued enthusiasm for the arts fuels our determination to deliver exceptional performances. And to our dedicated staff, thank you for your hard work and dedication; your contributions behind the scenes are the backbone of our success.

As we embark on this festive season, this is just the beginning. I am committed to upholding the standards of excellence our theater is known for. I promise to continue bringing you performances that capture the imagination and leave a lasting impression with the high-quality entertainment you have come to expect.

Thank you for being an essential part of our theatrical family. We look forward to sharing the magic of “Elf the Musical” with you and creating lasting memories together.

Warmest Regards,

Keith McCoy

CAST BIOS Ry Cavanagh (Buddy) is overjoyed to be spending another holiday season at the best place in Georgia, after acting in the Springer’s 2022 production of White Christmas (Phil Davis). Their regional credits include Young Frankenstein (Dr. Frederick Frankenstein), Saturday Night Fever (Tony Manero), Charlie & the Chocolate Factory (Willy Wonka), The Rocky Horror Show (Brad Majors/RiffRaff), and A Chorus Line (Greg). TV Credits: The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Billions.

Living in NY they are a choreographer and arts educator in schools and theaters all across Long Island, when offstage they can be found streaming on twitch.tv or the twitch app (@bubblezcavanagh).

Much love and many thanks to their family, friends, and the Springer staff. Happy holidays!

Keila Sue Wong (Jovie) is so excited to be making her Springer debut! Proudly born and raised in Honolulu, Hawai’i, she is also a recent graduate of Temple University’s BFA Musical Theater program (hello Philadel...phia!). Favorite credits include All Shook Up and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Cumberland County Playhouse), Tuck Everlasting (Centre Theater) and Once on This Island (Temple Theaters). She thanks her family and friends for their boundless love and support!

Kristofer Holz (Walter Hobbs) is thrilled to return to the Springer after acting in Cabaret (Herr Schulz). He has performed all over the country in productions such as 1776 (John Adams), Oklahoma (Curly), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Andre), and many more. He thanks this amazing cast for being so amazing, his family for their love and support, and his brilliant girlfriend Jen for... seriously just too much to list.

Chelcy Cutwright (Emily Hobbs) is excited to be back at the Springer! She most recently performed in Cabaret (Fraulein Kost). Additional Springer credits include: Singin’ In the Rain, Kudzu The Musical, Dreamgirls, and Ace: The Eugene Bullard Story. Regional credits include: Cinderella, The Marvelous Wonderettes, For Colored Girls, The Secret Garden, Clybourne Park, Mary Poppins, and The Three Little Pigs. Chelcy sends thanks to God, Mom, and Grandma for all of their love and support. Follow her on Instagram @chelcycut.

Meagan Cascone (Deb) is very excited to be working on Elf the Musical for the second time at the Springer, but this time onstage! She is the director of the PAIR Program and the associate education director here at the Springer. She was most recently onstage in Guys and Dolls (Miss Adelaide) and has also performed in The Bodyguard, Shrek: The Musical, Singing in the Rain, Cinderella, and Evita. Meagan is very excited to share this Christmas magic with you!

Christian Becerra (Manager) is excited to return to the Springer for his twelfth production! He is a local working actor and retired US Army Veteran.

You may have previously seen him in Cabaret (The Emcee), Little Shop of Horrors (The Dentist), White Christmas (Bob Wallace), and Wizard of Oz (Tinman). Other favorite credits include: First Date

(Aaron), Next to Normal (Henry/Dan), and Look Forward: The Ruby Bridges Story (Dr. Coles).

Andy Brown (Santa / Greenway) is delighted to make his debut on the Springer stage. A Tennessee native, Andy has worked regionally in theaters across the country. Some past favorite roles include Mill Mountain Theatre’s Into the Woods (Baker), Nebraska Theatre Caravan’s A Christmas Carol (Bob Cratchit), Old Creamery Theatre’s Freud’s Last Session (C.S. Lewis), and more recently, Creede Repertory Theatre’s CLUE: On Stage (Mr. Green). Many thanks to Keith and company for this opportunity.

Griffin Hutchins (Chadwick/Ensemble) is incredibly excited to be back on the Springer stage. You may have last seen him in Spamalot (Patsy), Click Clack Moo: Cows that Type (Farmer Brown) or seen him around as a teacher at the Springer Theatre Academy this past summer.

Griffin currently lives and works in Atlanta with his incredible and supportive girlfriend. He is excited to spread some joy and cheer this holiday season and hopes you enjoy the show.

Derek Alexander (Matthews/Ensemble) is thrilled to join the team at Springer Opera House for Elf. Recent credits Jersey Boys ( Barry Belson), Elvis: A Musical Revolution (Ensemble), The Rocky Horror Show (Brad Majors), Jersey Boys (Swing), The StarSpangled Girl (Norman Cornell), The Color Purple (Buster). He earned his Musical Theatre BFA from Western Connecticut State University in May 2022 and furthered his practice with Lindsey Mendez and Ryan Scott Oliver’s 2023 Actor Therapy Winter Intensive. Derek thanks his family (Dalton, Elizabeth & Kelsey) and friends for their love and support. www.derekalexanderofficial.com Larren Woodward (Mrs. Claus / Ensemble) is thrilled to be a part of the 2023-24 Season. You may recognize her from past Springer shows such as Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (Angel) and White Christmas (Rita), among others. Some of her other favorite credits include Disney’s Newsies (Katherine Plumber) and Matilda (Miss Honey).

When not performing on the stage herself, Larren takes joy in teaching future performers to shine.

She completed her MEd at Columbus State University in Theatre Education in 2022. Special thanks to Mom, Dad, Trey, and Eevee for being the wind beneath her wings. Enjoy the show!

Clarence “Keith” Edmond (Ensemble), a local actor, made his Springer debut in Elvis: A Musical Revolution. He trained in vocal performance with the collegiate choral at Alabama A&M University, where he also became a member of music fraternity, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America, Inc. Some of his favorite past credits include show choir performances, Estampie Natalis and Magnificat by John Rutler, performed at Carnegie Hall. You can catch Clarence performing at various venues within the city and surrounding areas. He looks forward to amazing adventures ahead with his new Springer family.

CAST BIOS Terrance McQueen (Ensemble) is thrilled to make his second appearance on the Springer Opera House mainstage. He was born and raised in Tifton, GA, and studied musical theatre at Valdosta State University. Past stage credits include Othello (Othello), Shrek The Musical (Donkey), The SpongeBob Musical (Plankton), and Cats (Rum Tum Tugger).

Marsalis Causey (Ensemble) is so excited to be back at the Springer Opera House for the second time! He is a Senior pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, along with a Dance Minor at Columbus State University. You may have also seen him in The Bodyguard where he made his Springer Opera House debut. Marsalis is originally from Atlanta.

Other Theatre credits include: Into the Woods (Cinderella’s Prince), Pippin (Lewis Understudy/ Ensemble), Carnival of the Animals (Lion), The Nutcracker (Snow King). Marsalis is thankful for his family’s support while off at school, and he is looking forward to the continuous growth, as he furthers his learning at CSU. Manuel Abreú (Ensemble) is excited to debut in his first Springer show. He is a sophomore pursuing a BFA in Theatre Performance at Columbus State University. You may have seen him in The Miser (Valere) or Into the Woods (Baker). He hopes you enjoy the show!

Abraham Islas (Ensemble) is currently a Junior at Columbus State University pursuing his BFA in Theatre Performance. He was recently seen in CSU’s Into The Woods (Mysterious Man). This is also his second time on the Springer Stage, his first being in The Bodyguard (Sy Spector). Other credits include Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour Krelborn), 9-5: The Musical ( Franklin Hart Jr.), and Wait Until Dark (Sam Hendrix).

Sydney Lewis (Ensemble) is thrilled to be back for her third appearance at the Springer Opera House!

You may have seen her in White Christmas (Mrs. Snoring Man/Ensemble) and Cabaret (Texas). Her dance education started at The Dance Factory, Inc, studying under the direction of Debbie Daniel Wells in all genres of dance including ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and hip-hop. Throughout her high school career, Sydney participated in other school activities such as being on the Hotshotz Dance Team and being a cast member of My Fair Lady and Hairspray. She works for Nexstar Dance Competition under the Star Dance Alliance as a backstage manager.

Seralyn Scott (Ensemble) is extremely excited to be back at a place she loves in her third Springer Production. Originally from Stone Mountain GA, Seralyn is a Senior in the BFA performance track at Columbus State University. You may have recently seen her in both Guys and Dolls and Escape to Margaritaville at the Springer or even The Prom (Alyssa Greene) and Leading Ladies (Audrey) at Columbus State University. She is so happy to be back at the Springer with her friends and mentors.

Seralyn thanks God for her passion and her family and friends for their unwavering support. She

hopes you enjoy the show and have a happy holiday season!

Courtlyn Holt (Ensemble/US Jovie) is feeling sparklejollytwinklejingley to be in her 15th show at the Springer! You may have recently seen Courtlyn in the Springer’s productions of Cabaret (Fritzie/ u.s. Sally) and Elvis A Musical Revolution (Dixie/ Ann-Margret) or other Springer productions of Little Shop or Horrors (Audrey), White Christmas (Rhoda), Shrek the Musical (Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy), both productions of Evil Dead (Linda), and Winter Wonderettes (Cindy Lou). Some of her other favorite credits include Legally Blonde (Elle Woods), and Pippin (Fastrada). Courtlyn thanks her mentors, friends, her fella, family and the Springer Opera House for their constant love and support!

Tatiana Grace (Ensemble) is excited to perform at the Springer for the first time! She is a senior pursuing a BFA in Performance at Columbus State University. Some of her favorite credits include: Columbus State University’s Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill (Billie Holiday) and The Miser (La Fleche) and Hope Repertory Theater’s Three Little Birds (Cedella).

Shannon Hamilton (Ensemble) is a freshman at Columbus State University pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Performance. This is her first show with the Springer Opera House and she couldn’t be happier! Other favorite credits include Lumpkin County High School’s productions of The Addams Family: The Musical (Morticia), Pippin (Bertha), Children of Eden (Aisha/Snake), and Chicago: Teen Edition (Velma Kelly).

Christopher Michael MIlligan (Ensemble / US Buddy) is thrilled to be back at Springer Opera House! His favorite credits include the national and international tour of The Wizard of Oz (Scarecrow, National & International Tour), Alhambra Theatre’s Singing in the Rain (Cosmo Brown), Slow Burn Theatre’s Kinky Boots, Shawnee Summer Theatre’s Legally Blonde (Emmett) and so many others! Much love to his family, friends, Rodney and his two pups- Jack Jack & Nola! IG: @christophermichaelmilligan” Greysen Trippe (Ensemble), a recent graduate from the Schwob School of Music, is over the moon excited to be back on the Springer stage! His most recent credit was Elvis: A Musical Revolution right here at Springer. He hopes you have an amazing holiday season, and hopes you enjoy the show!

Deven Rachel (Michael Hobbs, Red Youth Ensemble) made his Springer acting debut in The Bodyguard (Fletcher). He enjoys playing the drums and basketball. He thanks his parents and the Springer Opera House for another exciting opportunity!

Autumn Thompson (Elf 1, Red Youth Ensemble) is in the fourth grade at New Mountain Hill Elementary. This is her first Springer production and she is super excited to be part of the ensemble! She has been attending the Springer Academy since summer 2021.

CAST BIOS Willow Link (Elf 2, Red Youth Ensemble) is excited to be back on the mainstage for her second Springer performance! She is homeschooled and spends her time doing things like dancing, horseback riding, reading, and writing. You may have seen her last year in White Christmas (Susan). She is so grateful for another opportunity to be a part of the magic of the Springer!

Hunter Rushing (Elf 3, Red Youth Ensemble) is excited for his debut at the Springer! He is a fourth grader at Glenwood School. This is Hunter’s fourth year as a student with the Springer Academy. He has performed in the Glenwood production of Encanto (Dancing Donkey, Bald Man, and Ensemble).

Maverick Ellis (Elf 4, Red Youth Ensemble) is a third grader at Matthews Elementary. He is on the principal’s list and is a part of the choir club. Mav has loved music and dance ever since he could walk and talk. He spends hours listening to and emulating Michael Jackson, Troy from High School Musical, and all the boy bands from the 90s and 2000s. In addition to music and theater, Maverick plays travel soccer with Concorde Fire. Elf is his very first Springer Theater Academy production.

Savannah Budd (Elf 5, Red Youth Ensemble) is excited to make her Springer debut! She has been an Academy student for one year and is a fourth grader at St. Anne-Pacelli Catholic School.

Savannah has been taking dance since she was three, and loves art and music.

Gabrielle Hall (Shawanda, Red Youth Ensemble) is excited to return to the stage for her third Springer Theatre production! She is in the sixth grade at Rainey McCullers School of the Arts. You may have seen her in Springer productions including On My Street (Skyler) and in The Cat in the Hat (Kitten). Gabrielle is a member of the Springer Student Advisory Board and has been a Springer Theatre Academy student for two years. Other credits include roles in Perfect (Laura/Jenny, Rainey McCuller) and A Christmas to Believe In (Jacqueline, by Cascade Hills Church).

Aidan Mitchell (Charlie, Red Youth Ensemble) is very excited to be performing in his first Springer production! He is a sixth grader at Richards Middle School, has participated in the Springer Academy for four years and is looking forward to next summer!

Willie James (Boy Elf, Red Youth Ensemble) is excited to be in his first Springer production!

He is in the fourth grade at New Mountain Hill Elementary. On weekends, you are likely to find him playing games on his PC, Switch, or wanting to hit golf balls. Willie’s first Summer Academy was in 2021 and since then he has returned year after year making a “wise investment in his future”!

Giancarlo Houston (Michael Hobbs, Blue Youth Ensemble) is excited to be in his first Springer production! He is a sixth grade scholar at Emanuel Prep School of Math and Science. Giancarlo has been cultivating his talents on the Springer Academy stage for the last four years and he looks forward to continuing to explore everything the arts have to offer!

Nelia Basset (Elf 1, Blue Youth Ensemble) is excited to make her Springer debut in this production. She has attended the Springer Summer Academy for the past three years and has enjoyed developing her acting skills. Nelia is a vibrant and outgoing fifth grader at Creekside Middle School with a passion for theater and performance.

Gracie Rae (Elf 2, Blue Youth Ensemble) has been a student at the Springer Theater Academy for three years. She is ecstatic to make her debut performance at the Springer Opera House! Gracie is nine years old, a fourth grade student at Glenwood and a member of Epworth Church. She has performed in The Wizard of Oz and Annie at her school. She is a chorister in the Glenwood Chorus. If she is not on a stage acting, you can find her singing for her school and church or singing the national anthem for special events.

Caela Cobb (Elf 3, Blue Youth Ensemble) is proud to perform on the Springer Opera House stage this season, where she has been performing ballet, tap, and jazz since age three. She is ten years old and attends Clubview Elementary. She has had previous roles in school and camp productions, and is excited to pursue her acting career even further, as she wants to be an actor when she grows up. She enjoys playing with her younger brother and sister and relaxing with her family in her spare time. She thanks all her family and friends for their support and love in everything she does.

Nik Ly (Elf 4, Blue Youth Ensemble) is a fifth grader at Creekside and has been an Academy student for three years. He is excited to be in his first Springer production. Besides acting, he enjoys doing Parkour and rock climbing. He thanks his family for always supporting him.

Josiah Pak (Elf 5, Blue Youth Ensemble) is excited for his first production! He is currently a fifth grader at Clubview elementary.

Jada Bynum (Shawanda, Blue Youth Ensemble) is in her first production with the Springer! She is in the fifth grade at Eagle Ridge Academy. Jada loves to dance and has trained at Passion Works Dance Academy since she was four. She is a member of their competition dance team and is excited to begin a career in performing arts! Jada was a Springer Theatre Academy Summer 2023 student and looks forward to participating in more Springer Academy events and productions.

Oaklee Gregory (Charlie, Blue Youth Ensemble) is in his first production at the Springer Opera House!

He is a homeschooled fifth grader and has been a student with the Springer Theatre Academy for four years.

Charles Myers (Boy Elf, Blue Youth Ensemble) is thrilled to be part of his first Springer production!

He has been part of Springer Academy for four years and looks forward to it every summer. Charles is a sixth grade student at St. Luke School. He’s ready to bring lots of enthusiasm and Christmas spirit to his role in Elf!

PRODUCTION BIOS KEITH MCCOY (Director) has worked successfully as a theatre professional for more than twenty years and is now the Springer’s Associate Artistic Director. He is a native of Portsmouth, Va., and graduate of Norfolk State University. Keith Patrick McCoy is a creative, skilled professional actor, director, choreographer, writer, and arts educator. As a performer his endeavors have allowed him to work in all types of venues, from indoor to outdoor, regional theatres, summer stock companies, national tours, and theme parks throughout the United States. He has also performed at The Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the largest arts festival in the world and takes place in Scotland’s capital city.

DEBBIE ANDERSON (Musical Director) has prepared choral and instrumental ensembles at the Springer since 1998. Her acting credits with the Springer include Why, Baby, Why: The Music of George Jones and Tammy Wynette (which she helped create and restage), The King & I (Anna Leonowens), The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (Miss Mona), Phantom (Belladova), Honky Tonk Angels (Angela), Ragtime (Mother) and Damn Yankees (Meg).

Debbie also serves as adjunct voice faculty for the Schwob School of Music at Columbus State University.

JESS ADAMS (Production Stage Manager) earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre from Columbus State University in 2016. They are the former Production Manager / Production Stage Manager of Majestic Repertory Theatre, an immersive theatre in Las Vegas, NV. Jess leads the Springer’s stage management team and serves as the primary stage manager for the Main Stage Series.

Previous credits include The Bodyguard, Mother of Rain, ACE: The Eugene Bullard Story, Million Dollar Quartet, Kudzu: The Musical, Jackie & Me, Last of the Red Hot Lovers (Springer Opera House); The Manson Family: an opera, Sweeney Todd (Majestic Repertory Theatre). jessadamssm.com MATTHEW SWINDELL (Director of Production) is the Springer’s Director of Production. He graduated from Columbus State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design and Technology. He has worked on many Springer productions over the past ten years in a variety of different roles including Director, Scenic Designer,

Lighting Designer, Technical Director, and Road Manager for the Springer’s touring company, Springer Theatricals. You may also remember Matthew from his time on stage as Teddy Roosevelt in the Springer’s 2017 production of Newsies.

ALEX ALLISON (Costume Designer) Alex Allison (he/him) has been working as a costume and wig designer across the US. He has worked with notable companies such as the York Theatre, Berkshire Theatre Festival (BTF), Norwegian Creative Studios and others.

He is currently the Resident Costume Designer at the Springer Opera House. Upcoming Productions: On Cedar Street (BTF).Theatre Credits include: Hoagy Carmichael’s Stardust Road (World Premiere)(York Theatre NYC), Shrek the Musical, White Christmas, The Bodyguard, Little Shop of Horrors (Springer), Grease (Temple Theatre). He worked on Jersey Boys, Swing the Musical and Warren Carlyle’s Havana! At Norwegian Creative Studios (Wardrobe Supervisor).

PATTI JO FENZEL (Props Designer) earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theater Design and Technology from CSU in 2010 and has worked in theaters around the country including Florida Repertory Theater, Texas Shakespeare Festival and Opera New Jersey.

JULIANNE SLATON (Sound Designer) is a graduate of CSU where she earned a BFA in Theatre Design and Technology with a focus on Sound Design and Audio Engineering. She started at the Springer as a volunteer and transitioned to working here full time for the 2015 production of A Chorus Line. She has since enjoyed working as the Resident Sound Designer and Audio Engineer for almost every Springer production thus far, and looks forward to all of the future productions to come.

WALTER PIGFORD (Technical Director) is from Georgia, graduating from Georgia Southern University Armstrong Campus (previously known as Armstrong State University) with a BA in theater. After graduating he lived in NYC for 4 years working on the Off-Broadway circuit and working full time as the Assistant Technical Director at Pace University. He has worked at various regional theaters around the country but is glad to be back in his home state bringing theater to the Columbus community.

WE AT THE SPRINGER WISH TO ACKNOWLEDGE WITH GREAT RESPECT THAT THE LAND UPON WHICH WE ARE FORTUNATE TO MAKE ART IS THE ANCESTRAL HOME OF THE MUSCOGEE (CREEK) PEOPLE, WHO DOMINATED THE SOUTHEASTERN PART OF THIS CONTINENT FOR THOUSANDS OF YEARS and who were forecfully REMOVED TO OKLAHOMA BY THE U.S. ARMY IN 1836-37.

Further information about the Muscogee People can be found at MUSCOGEENATION.COM or LOWERMUSKOGEETRIBE.COM

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If you are a Springer Society member, Thank You! If not, we invite you to join.

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PRODUCER $30,000

Aflac Beloco Foundation Georgia Council for the Arts Fox Theatre Institute In Memory of Dr. Mary W. Schley In Memory of Mr. & Mrs. Otis T. Burnham J. W. & Ethel I. Woodruff Foundation McClure Family Foundation National Endowment for the Arts Tom & Lucile Flournoy

INVESTOR $15,000

Jack & JoRhee Pezold Mr. & Mrs. Frank B. Schley, III Synovus Bank & Trust The Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens VisitColumbusGA W.C. Bradley Companies

CHAMPION $6,000

Cherry Pease Dr. Alice Budge & John Greenman Egan Foster Joe & Gail McClure Mr. & Mrs. William B. Turner, Jr. Mrs. Elizabeth T. Corn Dr. & Mrs. Richard Robbins

CHALLENGER $3,000 Bernard & Sylvia Witt Foundation Dr. Marie Trenga & Mr. Brian Ribeiero Four G’s Charitable Trust Global Payments Hardaway Foundation Jacquie Rawls Janet G. & Colston Kemp Jim & Melissa Thomas Mr. & Mrs. Ray Brinegar, III Mr. and Mrs. Anthony D. Link Mrs. Kate C. Wilson Mrs. Barbara Swift Patrick Williams Sallie T. & John C. Martin, II Steve & Kent Butler Walter Alan Richards Foundation Warner Neal, Jr.

GUARDIAN $1,500 5Q Partners Betty L. Auten Bobbi Farber & Thomas Walsh Brian Luedtke Carla Stickles Cindy & Spencer Garrard Creek Stand Partners, L.P. Dr. & Mrs. Jerry Goldsmith Dr. Karen Stone Frank & Pamela Feagle James G. & Kathryn A. Hillenbrand John & Sam Newton Kelsey & Barbara Kennon Lisa Bradfield Powers Marcia English Marnie Salter Mary & Bo Bradley Mr. & Mrs. Jack J. Pease, III Mrs. Janice P. Biggers Mr. & Mrs. J.W. Feighner, Jr. Rocky & Sabine Kmiecik Susan Stephenson Suzanne & Ed Burdeshaw The Jackson-Burgin Foundation, Inc. Zada & Bill Feighner

PATRON $900

Chris and Wendy Miller Christy Brumfield David E. & Lori B. White Jeff & Linda Howard Jerry B. & Marjorie Newman Jimmy & Barbara Motos Joel & Suzanne Fine Karen & Chris Stephenson Mary Celia Evans Mr. & Mrs. J. Madden Hatcher, III Mr. & Mrs. James P. Trotter, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. John W. Walden, Jr.

Mr. Neal Fenter Murray & Celia Solomon Orin Lincoln Phyllis & Newt Aaron Rennie & Cathy Bickerstaff Ron & Nancy Adam Sallie T. & John C. Martin, II Sheila & Tommy Davis The B24 Fund The Thornton Jordan Family Foundation Wade & Adrianne Wallace Willcox-Lumpkin Foundation, Inc.

BENEFACTOR $600 Charlotte Alex Saunders Gil and Shari Maulsby John & Louise Laney Maria Luisa Aranas Martha Tubb Michael & Yanci See

Mr. & Mrs Greg Duckworth Mr. and Mrs. Joel O. Wooten Ray & Lee Vinson Rob and Elizabeth Harbison Shirley Shavers

STAR $300 Andrew & Janette Pippas Annie Kirkland Automated Business Machines Betty Townsend Bill & Ann Crowder Bill & Dixie Turman Bill & Stephanie Privette Bob & Brenda Ammerman Bob Patterson Bobbie & Don Dakin Carol Sue Goodman Chuck & Robbin Brasfield Claude & Molly Scarbrough Columbus Fire & Safety Equipment Co., Inc. Dan & Carol Trimble Dan & Sandy Dawson Daniel & Linda Windsor Debbie & Dick Tompson Debbie Anderson Dr. & Mrs. Cecil Whitaker, Jr. Dr. & Mrs. Robert H. Carpenter, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. Philip Brewer Dr. Bob & Lisa Bunting Dr. Bruce Boretsky Dr. Daniel & Mrs. Bridget Alcide Dr. Robert & Jane Marcus Dusty & Sam Wellborn Ed & Lana Helton

Erin Peacock Ethelyn W. Riley Henry Steven Farmer In Memory of Anita Headley by Bill Headley Iveta & Jim Boyanchek Jeffrey & Kimberly Adams Jim & Ann Campbell Jim & Ann White Joanne Cavis Julia & Ronnie Culpepper Mr. & Mrs. Eric & Len Kilgore Margaret B. Smith Mike & Ruth Nichols Mr. & Mrs. J. Rick & Cindy Alexander Mr. & Mrs. Seth L. Knight III Mrs. Kathy J. Riley Neil & Joanne Rice Pam & Charlie Johnson Pat & Jack Wilensky Peter & Robin Logue R. Clark Gillett, Jr. Shirley B. Moon Taylor and Grace Burton-Edwards Terry & Jim Irvin Virginia Burdo Wendy and Steven Daknis William Bray William Fort Morgan & Stephen Morse

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PARTNER $150 Agnes A. Shelton Alan Smith Andrea Mauricio Anthony & Rhonda Guerrera Barbara & Nicholas Leclerc Bernice & Mansfield Bias Bill & Elizabeth Bowling Billy Kendall Bonnie & Leslie Cohn Booth and Frances Malone Carolyn Bermudez Charles E. Hall, Sr. & Sally Hall Charles Hindbaugh Charter Tax, INC. Chris & Virginia Peebles Chuck & Robbin Brasfield Col. & Mrs. Lawrence K. Green Cornelia S. Partain Dale & Jan Ellis Dave & Jane Wilson David & Linda Turner David & Pat Snipes Deborah Kidder Don Chancy Donna & Kevin Kelly Donna M. Smith Dr. & Mrs. Doug Lazenby Dr. & Mrs. James A. Lawrence Dr. and Mrs. Richard Nurnberg Dr. David & Karen Lewis Dr. Kayron & Mr. John Laska Dr. Margaret Schaufler Dr. Thomas A. & Sherry F. Wade Drs. Barbara & Leon Minsky Elaine M. Muntzer Eva & John Chappelle Evelyn & John Maddox Faye & Joseph Waller Frank B. & Maureen Orr Gary & Teresa Abell

Geary & Murvina Underwood Guy & Marianne Smith Gwyn Newsom Harry & Dottie Lange Iris Tate Jacqueline Buck James & Allena Sperry James R. & Frances W. Parker Jason & Kimberly Kreisler Jean & Gerald Kent Jeanette Marshall Jim & Carol Lynn Jim & Mary Matthews John & Vicky Partin John Williams Johnny Thigpen Katherine Morgan Barbay Kathleen Hogencamp Katie Deal Kayron Laska Kelly & Martha Dimon Kenneth M. Hamill L.T.C. Patricia Krause, U.S.A. Retired Larry & Patty Cardin Larry Simpson Laura & Dirk Chandler Lee & Belinda Brantley Len & Eric Kilgore Linda Walker Lois M. Tryon Louise & Judson W. Patten Lynda Eldridge Maj. Gen. & Mrs. Kenneth C. Leuer Maria L. Taylor Marie Brooks Mary Ann Marshall Melanie Smizawski Mickey Kiker Mike & Patty Kelley Milton & Kathleen Jones Monte & Robbin Blackmon

Mr. & Mrs. Charles Hindbaugh Mr. & Mrs. John D. Johnston, Jr. Mr. & Mrs. Richard L. Olson Mr. & Mrs. Seth Harp Mr. Alan F. Rothschild Mr. and Mrs. R. Chris Peebles Mr. and Mrs. Scott M. Bryan Mr. Cameron P. Bean Mrs. John H. Deaton Nancy & Carlton Bendinger Neil Block & Regina Satlof Patty Kimbrough Taylor Paul & Sandra Young Peggy Gindville Randy & Jessica Kitchens Raymond & Dana Gonzalez Raymond Campbell Richard & Marcy England Richard L. Olson Richard Wright Robert & Kim Routzong Robert & Leann Hoidahl Robert G. Brown Ron & Rhonda Jackson Sandra Pollock Larkin Scott & Alice Bryan Scott & Erin Hart Scott & Tisha Freeman Seth & Linda Harp Seth Pound Sherida Brannan Stephen E. & Nancy M. Stainsby Steven & Robbin Henslee Sylvia Black The Hollis Foundation Thomas A. & Sherry F. Wade Tom & Wynema Gates Vernon & Mary Grace Carroll Vivian Haulton Wallace & Linda Twiggs Walter Allen McPherson William J. Cunningham, Jr.

Founders Circle

Devoted donors who have included the Springer in their wills and estate plans. To learn how you can create a meaningful legacy that will support the Springer’s mission forever, please contact Tate LeClair, Director of Development, at tleclair@springeroperahouse.org.

Jack & JoRhee Pezold Mrs. Dorothy “Dot” McClure Otis B. & Eleanor T. Burnham Mr. Barnett Woodruff Mrs. Helena Pease Mrs. Ethel “Sally” Foley

Mr. & Mrs. Thomas B. Buck Mr. & Mrs. Richard Y. Bradley Mr. & Mrs. Thomas H. Flournoy Kelsey & Barbara Kennon Mr. & Mrs. Frank B. Schley, III Dr. & Mrs. David Levine Paul & Dona Pierce

Burton N. & Rita A. R. Lowe Dr. Mary W. Schley Janice P. Biggers Dr. Christine Senn Mr. Cameron Pratt Bean Debra Melvin Faulk Dr. Alice Budge & John Greenman

HONORARIUMS AND MEMORIALS In Memory of Col (Ret) Robert S. Poydasheff Sr. Kim & David Antekeier Janice P. Biggers Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bradley Helen J. Burgin Chattahochee Family Law Bar Ben & Kathryn Cheek Joyce Chittenden Fountain, Arrington, Bass, Merecer & Lee P.C. Mrs. John H. Deaton Sally and Madden Hatcher, Jr. LTC (Ret) & Mrs. Phillip J. Linn Mr. & Mrs. William Middleton Mrs. Raymond E. Mobley Gary & Carla Stickles Mr. & Mrs. William B. Turner Jr. Eleanor Y. Wheeler

In Memory of Mr. Lee R. Redmond Jr. Wynne Prather Stevenson Janice P. Biggers

In Honor of F. Clason Kyle Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bradley

In Memory of SGM Gary Stickles Daniel Cantu Marnie Salter Betty Townsend Sandra Langford Chandra Lothian Sarah Bullard

In Honor of Janice P. Biggers Mr. and Mrs. Richard Bradley In Honor of Tom & Lucile Flournoy John & Bitsy Dedwylder In Honor of Sandy Dawson Mr. & Mrs. Norman Easterbrook In Honor of Debbie Anderson Ronnet & Lydia Rice In Honor of Brian Luedtke Neil & Joanne Rice

In Memory of Sis Hargrove Mr. & Mrs. William B. Turner, Jr. In Honor of Mr. Frank B. Schley, III Pam & Frank Feagle In Memory of Dr. Mary W. Schley Mrs. Janice P. Biggers Mr. & Mrs. Richard Y. Bradley Alice Budge & John Greenman Rebecca Duggan Pam & Frank Feagle Stacy & Danielle Varner

In Memory of Virgina E. Nelson Sandra Langford Mr. Cameron P. Bean Honors Zada & Bill Feighner Tom & Lucile Flournoy Meg & Frank Schley Dusty & Sam Wellborn In Honor of Dr. Alice Budge Christine Albano

A WISE INVESTMENT FUND

Alan & Marinda Smith Alec Lennon Alice Budge & John Greenman Angelica Marchionne Anna Lynn Starr Anna Wiley Anne Messner Annette Riggs Arnulfo Astorga Ashley Newhaller Austin Sargent Brandon Mitchell Brian Luedtke Buncie Lanners Caitlin Frost Carrie Theus Charlotte & Jim Minter Chase & Amanda Eiland Courtney Heath Cydney Landreau David & Cathy Woolbright Db Woolbright Debbie Anderson Diane Ellicott Dick Tasse Donna Hutchins Dr. & Mrs. Richard & Conchetta Ousey Dr. Damita James Dr. Dan & Mrs. Bridget Alcide Dr. Franciska Kocsner - The Brain Center Egan Foster Eileen Lynch Elizabeth McFalls Ellen Free Ellen Grace Ridgeway Erin Peacock Four G’s Charitable Trust Frank B. and Meg Schley, III Fred Opalinski Gabbrielle Parker Ginger Thomas Heather Smith Iveta & Jim Boyanchek Jack and Rebecca Basset Karen Cascone Karen Cotton-Everett

Karoline Hall Katie (Stokes) Huggins Katie McClung Kelli Leak Kerri Stuetzer Kirin Wilson Larren Woodward Laura Forlines Lilia Gillis Linda Chappel Lisa Powers Lucy Peacock Flournoy Macy Cardwell Marian Fletcher Marie Brooks Marie Trenga & Brian Ribeiro Mariela Olivo Max Kountz Meagan Cascone Melissa Gilliland Melissa James Melody Carter Michael & Maxine Denniston Mikayla Cypert Mk Alford Morgan Bryce Mr. & Mrs. Greg LeClair Mr. & Mrs. Seth L. Knight III Mr. & Mrs. William B. Turner, Jr. Mrs. Richard R. Hallock Neil & Joanne Rice Patricia Gann Paul & Dona Pierce Paula & Riley Wolfe Phyllis & Newt Aaron Rabbi Beth Schwartz Randi King Randy & Jessica Kitchens Rebecca Beck Rebecca Bowen Rebecca Carter Rebecca Raley Renee Williams Rob and Elizabeth Harbison Robert & Amy Harkness Robert & Leann Hoidahl Robert Cascone Robert Evans Robin Blackmon

Thank you to all of our cash donations without recognition!

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chair.........................................................................................................................................Ms. Lisa Bradfield Powers Past Chair............................................................................................................................................... Dr. David Levine Secretary.............................................................................................................................................Mr. Pete Temesgen Assistant Secretary............................................................................................................................ Mr. William Morgan Treasurer................................................................................................................................................Mrs. Teresa Abell Assistant Treasurer............................................................................................................................. Mrs. Bridget Alcide Mrs. James J.W. Biggers Jr. Mr. William Bray Ms. Marie A. Brooks Dr. Alice Budge Mrs. Lauren Chambers

Mr. Neil Clark Ms. Sherricka Day Mrs. Corrin Riley Duckworth Mrs. Cindy Garrard Mr. John Hargrove Mrs. Barbara Kennon

Mrs. Len Kilgore Mr. F. Clason Kyle Mr. Brian Luedtke Mr. Joe McClure Mr. Caleb Money Mrs. Eliza Morrill

Mrs. JoRhee Pezold Mr. Lee Pierson Ms. LaTivia Rivers Mr. Frank B. Schley III Ms. Iris Tate

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Chair.................................................................................................................................................Mr. Frank B. Schley III Honorary Chair.......................................................................................................................................Mr. F. Clason Kyle Mr. Newt Aaron Mrs. Pam Feagle Mr. F. Clason Kyle Mrs. Janice Biggers Mrs. Mary Bradley Mr. Steve Butler

Mr. Tom Flournoy Mr. Frank Foley Mrs. JoRhee Pezold Mrs. Barbara Kennon Mr. Joe McClure Mrs. Elizabeth Ogie

Mr. Frank B. Schley III Mr. Mat Swift Mr. Perrin Trotter Mrs. Dusty Wellborn Mrs. Sally Turner Mr. Bill Feighner

Springer Opera House Theatre Leadership Danielle Patterson Varner (CEO/Executive Producer) has served the Springer for more than twenty years - first in sales, then development, and finally as managing director. For the past six years, she has managed day-to-day operations, budget tracking, board relations and historic preservation. Varner is a member of the Rotary Club of Columbus, the chair of the Columbus Cultural Arts Alliance and was named one of “Georgia’s Most Influential Leaders” in 2022 and 2023 by Georgia Trend Magazine.

Keith Patrick McCoy (Artistic Director) is wellknown among local audiences, actors, designers, technicians and Springer Theatre Academy parents. Over the past thirteen years, he has served the Springer as guest director, actor, choreographer and instructor. In 2023, he was recognized with the Lift Him Up award for outstanding community service and excellence by the Courier Eco Latino, an independent Columbus newspaper.

He works to expand outreach efforts, attract new audiences and leads the process of choosing the productions for each season.

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ARTISTIC STAFF Artistic Director.........................................................................................................Keith McCoy Director of Production......................................................................................Matthew Swindell Associate Producer......................................................................................... Katie Underwoood Production Stage Manager....................................................................................... Jess Adams Musical Director................................................................................................Debbie Anderson Properties Designer and Artisan............................................................................Patti Jo Fenzel Resident Costume Designer and Shop Manager.......................................................Alex Allison Sound Designer/Production Engineer.................................................................. Julianne Slaton Technical Director.................................................................................................. Walter Pigford Assistant Technical Director.......................................................................................David Jones Costume First Hand............................................................................................ Mollie Lipkowitz Production Associate................................................................................................ MH Harrison Production Technician.............................................................................................. Scottie Scott EDUCATION STAFF Director of Education........................................................................................... DB Woolbright PAIR Director & Assistant Director of Education...............................................Meagan Cascone Education Coordinator.................................................................................................. Kelli Leak Resident Teaching Artist............................................................................................... Sam Bolar ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF CEO/Executive Producer.................................................................................. Danielle P. Varner Director of Marketing and Audience Development..................................................... Allie Kent Director of Development........................................................................................... Tate LeClair Director of Finance................................................................................................... Debra Faulk Director of Patron Services.................................................................................David J. McCray Company Manager............................................................................................ Rebecca Gossett Marketing Manager.................................................................................................... Jhai James Box Office Manager........................................................................................ Max Nolan Young Community Engagement Coordinator................................................................Machell Dooley Rentals Coordinator/NO SHAME Host....................................................................Kevan Baxley Box Office Associate/NO SHAME Host................................................................... Chelle Leary Landmark Operations Director................................................................................. James Clark

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