Irving Berlin's White Christmas

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Music & Lyrics by IRVIN BERLIN

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Music Direction by PARKER PAYNE

CONNOR SANDERS Phil Davis NATHANIEL PARRALES Betty Haynes

CANNON Martha Watson MIRIAM STEIN Susan Waverly MORGAN BAUM Ralph Sheldrake........................................................................................................................... JOSEPH GALETTI

LUXTON Mike

HOBBS

HAKAN*

MATTHEW BAUM

PETRU*

MARRS*

BAILEY DORAN

ALYSSA HAKAN

SCENES/MUSICAL NUMBERS

ACT ONE

Scene 1: Somewhere on the Western Front of WWII-Christmas Eve, 1944 “Happy Holiday” .............................................................................................. BOB, PHIL AND SHELDRAKE “White Christmas”................................................................................BOB, PHIL, SHELDRAKE AND GIs Scene 2: The Ed Sullivan Show - 1954 “Happy Holiday/Let Yourself Go” BOB , PHIL AND THE CHORUS Scene 3: Backstage at the Ed Sullivan Show - after the broadcast; Backstage at Jimmy’s, a None-Too-Classy Nightclub “Love and the Weather” ......................................................................................................... BOB AND BETTY Scene 4: Jimmy’s Back Room - later that evening “Sisters”...........................................................................................................................................BETTY AND JUDY “The Best Things Happen While You’re Dancing”...........................PHIL, JUDY AND QUARTET Scene 5: A Train Car - later that night “Snow”....... PHIL, JUDY, BOB, BETTY, SNORING MAN, MRS. SNORING MAN, PASSENGERS Scene 6: The Front Desk of the Columbia Inn in Vermont - later “What can you do with a General?” ............................................................MARTHA, BOB, AND PHIL Scene 7: The Barn Rehearsal Hall - the next day “Let Me Sing and I’m Happy”.................................................................................................................MARTHA Scene 8: The Front Porch of the Inn - that night “Count your Blessing instead of Sheep” ....................................................................... BOB AND BETTY Scene 9: Ralph Sheldrake’s Office, New York; Martha’s Switchboard - morning Scene 10: The Barn Rehearsal Hall - later that day “Blue Skies” ......................................................................................................................BOB AND THE CHORUS

There will be one 15-minute intermission. ACT TWO Scene 1: Onstage in the Barn Theater - the next day “I Love a Piano”..........................................................................................PHIL, JUDY, AND THE QUARTET Scene 2: Betty’s Room at the Inn - soon after “Falling out of Love can be Fun”............................................................. MARTHA, BETTY, AND JUDY Scene 3: The Barn Rehearsal Hall - shortly thereafter “Sisters” (Reprise) .......................................................................................................................... BOB AND PHIL Scene 4: The Regency Room, New York - the next evening “Love, You didn’t do right by me/How Deep is the ocean” .......................................... BETTY, BOB Scene 5: The Ed Sullivan Show - the evening after “The Old Man” .............................................................................................................................................. BOB, MEN Scene 6: The Front Desk at the Columbia Inn- the next day “Let Me Sing and I’m Happy” (Reprise) ............................................................................................... SUSAN Scene 7: Backstage at the Barn Theater - that evening, Christmas Eve “How Deep is the Ocean” (Reprise) ................................................................................ BETTY AND BOB “The Old Man” (Reprise).......................................................................... BOB, PHIL, SHELDRAKE, MEN “White Christmas” THE COMPANY Scene 8: Curtain Call “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm” ................................................................................ THE COMPANY

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ALLISON BARKER (Ensemble) Allison was an English and Theatre double major at Evangel University, where she graduated this past May. Her favorite role so far has been You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Sally). This is her first SLT production, and she is ecstatic to be a part of the cast. She wants to thank her friends and family for supporting her and her dreams.

MATTHEW BAUM ( Jimmy, Ensemble)

Matthew is a junior at Ozark. He is in Varsity Chorale, Men’s Choir and was recently selected to the alldistrict choir. He is a YES Trouper and has performed in several SLT productions.

Matthew is also an Eagle Scout. He would like to thank Chuck and Parker for this opportunity, and Hayden and Alyssa for growing his dance skills and confidence.

MORGAN BAUM (Susan Waverly)

Morgan is in sixth grade at Ozark. At SLT, she is involved in Youth Performance Troupe and dance team. Morgan has been in several productions at the Landers and Judy, most recently in Freckleface Strawberry (Emily). She loves to sing, dance, and hang out with friends. Thanks to Chuck, Parker, and the creative team for this awesome experience! Happy Holidays!

DOUG CANNON (General Henry Waverly) SLT - Annie (Warbucks) x2, Wizard of Oz (Wizard) x2, Tony & Tina’s Wedding (band leader), Sordid Lives (GW), The Great American Trailer Park Musical (Norbert), Carousel (Jigger), The Foreigner (Owen). SCT - Frog Kiss (King), Mystery of Edwin Drood (Durdles), Hands on a Hardbody (Frank Nugent) Regional - MCT Annie (Warbucks). - Mama Mia! (Bill)

CLAIRE CAUBR É (Bonnie/Ensemble) Claire is so excited to be in another show at SLT! You may have seen her on the Landers stage previously as in Something Rotten (Bea), and in The SpongeBob Musical (Sandy Cheeks). She is studying to become a Pediatric Speech Pathologist at MSU and loves her job at the front desk of SLT’s Educational Department. Happy holidays to all!

BAILEY DORAN (Sheldrake’s Secretary/ Ensemble) Bailey is very excited to perform in the stage version of her favorite Christmas movie! Bailey holds a B.S. in Theatre and Dance with an emphasis in costume construction from Missouri State University and currently works in the costume shop here at SLT. In her free time, she loves playing DnD and performing improv with Springfield Improv. Hi Mom and Dad! :)

JULIA FEUERBORN

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(Gloria/Ensemble)

Julia is so excited to be in her fourth show at SLT. She was previously in The Secret Garden, Little House on the Prairie the Musical, and Matilda. Julia is a recent graduate from Missouri State, and in her free time loves to write and share pictures of her dog. She hopes you enjoy the show. Happy Holidays!

JOSEPH GALETTI (Ralph Sheldrake)

Joseph is ecstatic to be a part of his 5th SLT main stage production. Past productions include Cinderella (Ensemble), The Lightning Thief (Dionysus/Gabe), The SpongeBob Musical (Plankton) and Something Rotten (Shylock). Joe is happy to celebrate his graduation from college with White Christmas and would like to thank everyone for their kindness.

HAYDEN GISH ( Judy Haynes) Hayden

Gish is thrilled to be back on the Landers stage! She is a Youth Program Specialist at SLT. Recent credits include Matilda (Big Kid Ensemble) at SLT, as well as The Sound of Music (Maria) and The Little Mermaid (Ariel) at BRAC. She would like to thank her family and boyfriend for their support, and God, through whom this is possible.

ALYSSA HAKAN (Dance Captain/ Ensemble) Alyssa is so thrilled to be dance captain and work with tap choreography for this show. She is currently an apprentice for Tap Into The Network, a touring tap dance convention. Her favorite productions have been SLT’s Matilda and The SpongeBob Musical. She is grateful to Chuck and Hayden for this opportunity and her family and friends for the love and support.

LOU HAKAN (Train Conductor)  Lou Hakan is excited to participate in his first SLT production. This area Pediatrician is returning to his early roots of theatre and music. He would like to thank his family: Alyssa, Hailey and lovely wife, Indra for love and support. He would like to thank all staff, cast, and crew for shining brightly. Lou wishes you a White Christmas!

SARAH HAMLET (Rita) Sarah is delighted to return to the Landers Theatre. Previous SLT credits include Footloose (Betty). She is grateful to her family & friends for their love & continuous support. To Jess, Jamison and Sutton: “I love you all! Thank you for being my personal North Star and for being the best family a wife and mommy, like me, could as for.”

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KARI HATFIELD (Barbara, Ensemble)

Kari is a Springfield native with an MFA in Theatre Pedagogy from Virginia Commonwealth University. She is a private voice teacher, director, cake decorator, dog trainer, mother, and wife. Formerly seen at SLT in The Sound of Music and Steel Magnolias, she is having fun on stage in one of her very favorite musicals.

BRIANNA HOBBS (Tessie/Featured

Dancer) Brianna works as a booking manager and a character performer at Princesses of the 417. Her most recent shows at SLT were The SpongeBob Musical, Matilda, Grease Jr., Frozen Jr., and many more. White Christmas is one of her favorite holiday movies to watch every year! She’d love to thank Chuck, Parker, Hayden, and the entire creative team involved.

ALEX KENNEDY (Mark/Featured Dancer) Alex is a junior at SLT Academy. You might have seen him last in Something Rotten! Some of his other credits include The SpongeBob Musical, The Lightning Thief, and Joseph. In his free time, he likes to hang out with his dog and drink charged lemonades. He would like to thank the cast and creative team as well as his parents for their support!

JAY KILLIAN (Ensemble) Jay has performed in many different shows and dance numbers for the past 5 years and loves to inspire a crowd. Jay is so happy to be in this production. It is an honor to be able to perform in front of an audience who love this timeless classic. He is thankful for Chuck and the rest of the directors, choreographers, and the cast.

EMILY KREMER (Loretta/Cigarette Girl, Ensemble) Emily is ecstatic to be back on the Landers stage! Emily is studying speech and theatre education at MO State and loves to share her passion for theatre with her students. Her previous SLT performances include Little House on the Prairie (Older Mary) and Steel Magnolias (Shelby). Special thanks to her parents, and Clayton for their love and support.

JODIANNE LOYD (Ensemble) Jodianne is an actor from Oklahoma and this is her SLT debut! She has a BFA in Acting and Dramaturgy from the University of Oklahoma. She has performed in showcases in Chicago and New York as well as Regional Theaters in OK. Check out their resume at jodianneloyd.com. Thank you to LoydLanders Fam, C8, and Boomer Sooner Family! Much Love!

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JUDY LUXTON (Mrs. Ellie Foster) Judy has been performing on Springfield stages since 1978, starting with SLT’s production of Carnival. Favorite roles include The Sound of Music (Mother Superior), Sister Act (Mother Superior), Pippin (Berthe), Exit Laughing (Connie) all at SLT. As well as Urinetown: The Musical (Pennywise) at Vandivort Center Theater, and Mornings at Seven (Cora) at Springfield Contemporary Theater.

HANNAH MARRS (Snoring Women/ Assistant Seamstress/ Ensemble) Hannah is DELIGHTED to be making her Mainstage Debut! Hannah was last seen in Twelfth Night (Feste) with Actors Theatre and in The Journey with Jonah (Owl) at The Judy. She was also on stage at Springfield Improv in several shows. Hannah thanks the best fiancé, David, for supporting her dreams and her mom Denise, for being her biggest cheerleader!

CHLOE MASSENGALE (Ensemble) Chloe is delighted to make her SLT debut in White Christmas! Classically trained, Chloe has been in several plays & musicals, her favorite role being Into the Woods (Rapunzel). After taking time to pursue her Bachelor’s & Master of Arts in Writing degrees at MSU as of late, she is thrilled to be back in the world of theatre! She would like to thank her family and friends for their support.

NATHANIEL PARRALES (Phil Davis) Nathaniel is making his second appearance on the SLT stage, hot on the heels of Something Rotten (Bard boy). Other credits at Marshfield and Evangel include It’s A Wonderful Life, You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown, My Fair Lady, Our Town, and more. He is thrilled to bring to life this iconic role from a film that was instrumental in his childhood.

ERIN PAYNE (Betty Haynes) Erin is thrilled for her third production with Springfield Little Theatre, seen last in Willy Wonka Jr (Ms. TeeVee) and The Sound of Music (Maria). She would like to thank Chuck for his endless encouragement. Erin is dedicating this production of White Christmas to her biggest supporter, her mom, who continues to inspire her every day.

MICHA PELKEY

(Beverly, Ensemble)

Micha is thrilled to be a part of this iconic musical! She would like to thank her husband Greg, her children Sheridan, Shelby and Jack and her precious parents, Ron and Sherri for their love and constant encouragement! She would also like to thank Chuck, Parker, Carla, Hayden and Alyssa, for this opportunity! Enjoy and Merry Christmas!

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CRYSTAL PETRU (Seamstress/ Ensemble) Crystal wants to thank her husband, Barry, for supporting all her crazy ideas (like getting back into musical theatre after a nearly forty-year break), her children, Megan, Marci and Matt for keeping her honest, and her grandsons, MJ and Mason, for keeping her young. She can currently be seen in the Northside Christian Church Praise Team. PTL!!

CONNOR SANDERS (Bob Wallace) Connor is thrilled to play Bob Wallace in White Christmas after his first SLT role in Something Rotten (The Minstrel). Other previous roles include The Addams Family (Lucas Beineke) and Pippin (Pippin). He’s excited for another opportunity to be a part of the SLT family and hopes you enjoy the show!

LEE ELLEN STARKS (Brenda/ Ensemble) Lee Ellen is originally from NW Arkansas and a graduate of Drury University where she received the Drury Opera Award along with a Bachelors of Music Therapy. She lived in LA and Nashville for many years pursuing songwriting and performing. In 2018, she auditioned for her first musical. This is her first SLT production. She would like to thank her parents for their support.

MIRIAM STEIN (Martha Watson) Miriam is so excited to be returning to the Landers stage! Miriam discovered her love for theatre when she was cast in West Side Story (Anita) in 2018 and has never looked back. Since then, she has gone on to perform in other productions including Secret Garden, Hello Dolly!, Clue the Musical, and most recently in Cinderella (Stepmother). She would like to thank her husband Jeremy, for his endless support!

MICHELLE STURM (Rhoda) Michelle was cast in her first show at SLT in 2012 and has been involved in more than 50 shows in the last 10 years. She enjoys both onstage and offstage roles and was recently (un)seen as the stage manager & assistant director for Something Rotten She would like to thank her SLT family for their support and her home family for their love.

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BRITON SZYDLOSKI (Mike, Ensemble) Briton is a junior at SLT Academy. This is his debut with SLT and he’s very excited! He’s played many roles. Some notable roles have been in All Shook Up (Dean), The SpongeBob Musical (Squidward), and most recently, a swing for Branson Regional Arts Center’s Something Rotten! He aspires to be on Broadway after high school! Insta:brit.dvd

KATIE WRIGHT (Ensemble) After a 14-year hiatus from the stage, former music instructor and conductor Katie Wright is making her SLT debut! With her B.A. in Music (Vocal Emphasis), Katie has performed in 20+ plays and musicals, her favorite being Gilbert & Sullivan operettas. Katie now spends most of her time as a wife, mother of three, and OTC employee.

cOSTUMES

KALEY JACKSON, BECKY SMITH, BAILEY DORAN

LICK, BLANCA MALLONEE Production Stage Manager CHUCK ROGERS

JOHN R. “CHUCK” ROGERS & JAMIE BOWER Assistant Director MICHA PELKEY Set Construction CODY GUINN, BARBARA PARKER, TRUDIE COURTNEY, MELISSA BRIGGS, CELINE DANIELS, RYAN MAY, RUTH ANN GOLD, CRYSTAL PETRU, SCOTT OBERT, JEREMY STERLING

.................. Assistant Choreographer, Additional Choreography and Dance Captain ALYSSA HAKAN

DOMES

GRAHAM, KAYLA GRAY

Properties Master DENNIS STEWART Projection Design ALEX SCRANTON Wigs Designed by RIC CHARTON

SPECIAL THANKS

SPRINGFIELD BALLET

JESS HAMLET KARL’S TUXEDOS AND LINDA’S FLOWERS MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY MEN’S CHORUS VOGUE CLEANERS

KALEY JACKSON, BECKY SMITH, BAILEY DORAN, DENISE LOGAN, ANGELA RECORD, JENNIFER VAUGHN, SKYLYN BILLEDO, ANA HANSEN, NATALIE REGENOLD, NOEL PARRALES, LEE ELLEN STARKS, PAM GWIN, LINDA LANHAM, AVA GRAHAM, KAI BUFFINGTON, SHANTEL DOYLE, NICHOLAS BURGHARDT, SANDY BALSTERS Associate Music Director CARLA WOOTTON

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