d the curtain rise on our first production n another year of powerful storytelling, h new season offers us an opportunity f our students and staff but also to unite rmative power of live performance and
In a world that often encourages us to keep our heads down and rush from one task to the next, the arts remind us to pause to look up. The arts call us to engage with stories that challenge, inspire, and sometimes even change us. It reminds us that, despite our differences, we are all connected by universal hopes, dreams, and emotions.
As we journey through String and the season ahead, I hope these artful moments encourage you to look up and reach out. May this performance, and all those that follow, ignite your imagination and strengthen our bonds as a creative, caring community.
Warm regards,
Aaron McAllister Director of Fine & Performing Arts
String
BOOK BY SARAH HAMMOND
MUSIC
& LYRICS BY ADAM GWON
String is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing Global (www broadwaylicensing com)
SO OVER (Lachesis & Clotho) JUST CURIOUS (Mickey & Atropos)
WHY THE DREAMING STARTS (Atropos) THAT’S LIFE (Company)
There will be one 15-minute intermission
ACT II
GET ME OUTTA HERE (Mickey & Chorus) YOU (Mickey & Atropos) SNOW (Chorus)
CRUSH (Atropos, Lachesis, & Clotho) THE TAPESTRY (Lachesis, Clotho, Atropos, & Chorus) EVERY LITTLE THING (Mickey & Chorus) END TIMES (Chorus) SO OVER - REPRISE (Lachesis, Clotho, & Atropos) HOW AN ELEVATOR WORKS (Mickey, Beef, Trainee, & Chorus) IT HURTS (Atropos, Lachesis, Clotho, Mickey, & Chorus) STORIES IN THE STARS (Company)
THE BAND
CONDUCTOR/PIANO - Jeremy M. Wood
VIOLIN - Steven Hakel
CELLO - Fran Koiner
DRUMS/PERCUSSION - Alec Warren
*The video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited
**Please be advised that strobe lighting effects will be used during this production.
THE CAST & CREW
Fatima
Flores Moreno
Natalia Flores Moreno
Halley
Abdulahad
Sebastian Asencio
Drew Bemis
Samaira Bhutani
Meredith Bonner
Connor Clinton
Tyler Diaz
Michael Dinh
Rory Etheredge
Carter Foreman
Patrick Forrester
Franchesca Hackenberg
Beatrice Hightower
Eva Hindmarch
Vivienne Irby
Andrew Ivan
Maria Johnigan
Emily Larzelere
Sloan Latimer
Katherine Lojo
Erica Beyer
Addrey Johnson
Alexandra Lugo
THE CAST & CREW
Marie-Jeanne Phan
Leah LaPlante
Layne Popp
Kate Probst
Norah Rice
Avery Ro
Beatrix Sanregret
Brianna Smiley
Eleanor Spalding
Adrienne Stephens
Bella Thompson
Maggie Touma
Jayden Tran
Emily Vu
Lily Webber
Ashlyn Yeary
Maryam Zaafran
Audrey Plop
WHO'S WHO
HALLEY ABDULAHAD ‘28 (Build Crew) SAA Theatre debut! Enjoy the show!
SEBASTIAN ASENCIO ‘28 (Chorus/Various Roles) Sebastian is thrilled to be a part of this fantastic production. Shoutout to the ensemble members who have put in so much effort into learning the music, they have done an amazing job. Sebastian would like to thank God, his family, friends, and directors for making this show possible.
DREW BEMIS ‘27 (O’Brien/Chorus) Drew is a junior at Strake Jesuit who is participating in his fifth production between SAA & SJ, and he could not be more excited! In addition to the musical, Drew is in Mixed Chorus, Triple Trio, Arts Marketing Team, House Council, and Jesuit’s Swim team. He would like to thank his family and directors for their love and support. Good show!
ERICA BEYER ‘27 (Run Crew) Erica is excited for her first theatre production at St Agnes! She would like to thank her family and friends. Enjoy the show!
SAMAIRA BHUTANI ‘26 (Chorus/Various Roles) This is Samaira's 7th show between SAA/SJ. She previously performed in Play On (Smitty/Doris), TML, SDOAPS 20232024 (Romance on the Rocks/Cagebirds), and many other shows. In addition to theatre, Samaira is part of the Mixed Chorus and Performance Workshop, and is a thespian society officer. She would like to thank her friends and family for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!!
MEREDITH BONNER '28 (Run Crew/Build Crew/Light Op.) This is Meredith's third show at St. Agnes. In addition to theatre, Meredith plays water polo and swims. In her free time, she enjoys crocheting and reading. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support
CONNOR CLINTON '27 (Chorus/Various Roles) This is Connor’s sixth show between Strake Jesuit and St. Agnes and his first attempt at a musical He would like to thank his friends and family, lysosomes (the best organelle), Hollow Knight Silksong, and Declan Barbosa’s aura, who is with us always.
TYLER DIAZ '27 (Chorus/Various Roles) Tyler Diaz is a member of the ensemble and is a junior at Strake Jesuit String is his second St. Agnes production, with his first being Aida. He has had a wonderful time bonding with the cast and crew as well as working hard on the show.
MICHAEL DINH '28 (Build Crew) First time participating in theatre. A member in multiple clubs including ACC, Weightlifting, and TSA.
RORY ETHEREDGE '28 (Run Crew/Build Crew) Rory has had a wonderful time working with the tech crew team This is the second show she's worked on at St. Agnes. She is also part of cross country and key club She also enjoys reading unnecessarily long fantasy novels. Enjoy the show!
FÁTIMA FLORES MORENO '28 (Chorus/Various Roles) Fátima is thrilled to join the stage at St. Agnes this fall. She was previously seen as Mrs. Swettenham (A Murder Is Announced) and ensemble (The Drowsy Chaperone). Outside of theatre, she can be found in the Mixed Chorus and Performance Workshop at St Agnes She would like to thank her family for all their love and support, her friends for carrying her through the lows, and God for blessing her with these gifts.
NATALIA FLORES MORENO '29 (Costumes) Natalia is exhilarated to be a part of this year ' s fall production, String. This will be Natalia's debut into St. Agnes theatre. In addition to theatre, Natalia enjoys singing in Mixed Chorus and loves to hang out with her friends. Enjoy the show.
CARTER FOREMAN '28 (Build Crew) I tripped on the set. Still on floor. Pls send help
PATRICK FORRESTER '27 (Mickey) Patrick is a junior performing in his sixth SJ/SAA production. Previously at SAA: Edmund Swettenham (A Murder Is Announced), Feldzieg (The Drowsy Chaperone). Elsewhere: King Arthur (Spamalot), Javert (Les Miserables), Queensbury Theatre. Outside of theatre, Patrick is a Mixed Chorus section leader, a member of the Triple Trio, and Managing Editor for MAGIS, the Strake Jesuit newspaper. He wishes to thank everyone in the company, his directors, and his family. Enjoy the show!
WHO'S WHO
FRANCHESCA HACKENBERG '26 (Electrics/House Mgmt.) Franchesca is excited to be a part of the St. Agnes theatre family! In addition to tech theatre, Franchesca dances, plays tennis, and is a member of the LAYA club. Enjoy the show!
BEATRICE HIGHTOWER '27 (Build Crew) Bea enjoys drawing, painting, and tech theatre. She also loves movies especially horror and Studio Ghibli and is into music, particularly artists like Laufey and Mitski.
EVA HINDMARCH '27 (Build Crew) Outside of theatre, Eva is Vice President of the Kaleidoscope club, a Biology fanatic, and a big fan of classical piano.
VIVIENNE IRBY '28 (Build Crew) This is Vivienne’s second year doing crew and she is happy to be here.
ANDREW IVAN '28 (Build Crew) At Strake Jesuit, Andrew does track and field as well as Spectrum robotics He thanks his fellow theatre members and his family. Have fun at the show.
MARIA JOHNIGAN '27 (Geneva/Night/ Chorus) This is Maria's 3rd SAA show and 6th show at both SAA/SJ. Previous roles: SED: Jackie, Aida: Ensemble, Play On!: Phyllis, The Drowsy Chaperone: Mrs Tottendale, SDOAPS: Mom (Drugs are Bad). Enjoy the show!!
ADDREY JOHNSON '28 (Run Crew) Happy to be back in Tech! Previously Run Crew in The Drowsy Chaperone. She would like to thank all her friends and family.
EMILY LARZELERE '29 (Costumes) Debut of theatre at St Agnes! Emily is excited to be participating in the help of this wonderful musical. She would like to thank her fellow costume crew and Ms Handy for being a wonderful costume manager. Enjoy the show!
SLOAN LATIMER '27 (Costumes) Sloan is delighted to be a returning to the St Agnes crew as a member of the costume department. She has been part of 3 shows spanning across SJ and SAA! She would like to thank her friends and family for being encouraging. Enjoy the show!
KATHERINE LOJO '27 (Clotho) Katherine is thrilled to be a part of String at St. Agnes Theatre! Previously at St. Agnes/Strake Jesuit, she was a part of Aida (Ensemble), The Drowsy Chaperone (Gangster #2), and Roll Over Beethoven (Robin) Along with
theatre, Katherine is a member of Mixed Chorus and the varsity ensemble Performance Workshop. She would like to thank her family and friends for their support, and hopes you enjoy the show!
ALEXANDRA LUGO '27 (Run Crew) Alexandra Lugo is a junior at St. Agnes and is a part of run crew. She has worked backstage on several productions, and in her (very limited) free time she enjoys baking and volunteering. Alexandra would like to thank her family and friends for putting up with her.
MARIE-JEANNE PHAN '27 (Electrics) MarieJeanne is excited to work behind the scenes for String. Previously, Marie-Jeanne has done lighting for The Drowsy Chaperone and Aida. Outside of theatre, Marie-Jeanne does Vietnamese dance, is president of Alzheimer's Awareness club, and is a member of NHS. She hopes you enjoy the show!
LEAH LAPLANTE '28 (Chours/Various Roles)
Leah is so excited to perform for the first time at St Agnes Previously, she has acted at Strake Jesuit in the fall play and SDOAPs, and she did makeup for the St. Agnes musical last year She is also in Performance Workshop. She would like to thank her directors at Strake Jesuit and St. Agnes for so many wonderful opportunities! Break a leg!
AUDREY PLOP '26 (Electrics/House Mgmt ) Audrey is excited to be part of the St. Agnes theatre family! In addition to tech theatre, Audrey also plays tennis.
LAYNE POPP ‘28 (Build Crew) SAA Theatre Debut! Enjoy the show!
KATE PROBST '27 (Build Crew) Kate enjoys writing poetry, short stories, and coding. She also loves to watch sci-fi shows, horror movies, and likes making macarons in her free time.
RICKY RAGAZZO '26 (Student Director of Marketing/House Mgmt.) Ricky is an Officer of the Southwell Players, a chapter of the International Thespian Society, and a member of the Content Team at Theatre Under the Stars. Previous: Bright Star (Max, Tommy Tune Awards Finalist), The It Girl (PR Manager), Aida (PR Manager & Ensemble, Tommy Tune Awards & Jimmy Awards Student Reporter Winner), A Murder Is Announced (Student Director of Marketing
WHO'S WHO
& Communications, Thespy International Superior Scorer), and The Drowsy Chaperone (Gangster #1 & Marketing Director). IG: @ricky ragazzo
NORAH RICE '29 (Chorus/Various Roles)
Norah Rice is in 9th grade, so this is her first high school theatre performance; although, she performed in four musicals in her middle school career. She is so honored to be part of this exciting show and would like to thank her family, friends, fellow cast members, Mr. Beasant, and Mr. Wood being supportive and guiding her on her journey through the 200 floors of the Infinity Building!
AVERY RO '27 (Lachesis) Avery is a passionate performer and enjoys participating in theatre. Her roles include Aida (Ensemble), The Drowsy Chaperone (Ensemble, U/S Drowsy Chaperone), and A Murder Is Announced (Sgt. Mellors). She is thrilled to bring this role to life and grateful for the support of family, friends, and directors.
BEATRIX SANREGRET '28 (Electrics) Beatrix is a lighting technician who puts up the lights. It's fun.
BRIANNA SMILEY '27 (Assistant Stage Manager) Brianna is excited for her seventh show at St Agnes! She would like to thank God, her family, and The Golden Girls! Enjoy the show!
ELEANOR SPALDING '29 (Sound) Eleanor is pleased to join the St. Agnes production of String In addition to the crew, she has done musicals at the JCC.
ADRIENNE STEPHENS '28 (Run Crew/Build Crew) Adrienne is thrilled to be returning to St. Agnes crew and previously worked on the set of The Drowsy Chaperone. She would like to thank everyone who came to see performance and all her family and friends. Enjoy the show!
BELLA THOMPSON '26 (Run Crew) Bella is so excited to be in crew for another show at St Agnes! This will be her second show in crew, and she can't thank the rest of her crew enough for encouraging her to join crew again She’d also like to thank her family for allowing her to participate in this again. Enjoy the show!
MAGGIE TOUMA ‘26 (Production Stage Manager) Maggie’s very excited for her seventh production at St. Agnes! Previously, she has stage managed five other St. Agnes productions. She would like to thank everyone who has made this show possible and her family and friends for their constant support Maggie is honored to be part of this company and is so proud of her fellow company members. Delight in the spectacle!
JAYDEN TRAN '29 (Build Crew) Jayden is a freshman at Strake Jesuit, and although this is his first high school performance, he is ecstatic to be here. He plays for the volleyball club, broadcasts for SJET, and more! He would like to thank his family and both schools for their support and the opportunity to participate. Cast, break a leg! Enjoy the show!
EMILY VU '26 (Sound) Emily is so excited to be a part of the tech crew for this fall production. In addition to theatre, she is a member of Key Club and a volunteer at Seven Acres She would like to thank her family and friends for their support. Enjoy the show!
LILY WEBBER '26 (Run Crew/Build Crew)
Lily is thrilled to work on her third and final fall play! In addition to theatre, she spends her time reading and sewing. She would like to thank the entire company for all their hard work Enjoy the show!
ASHLYN YEARY '29 (Run Crew/Build Crew) St Agnes DEBUT! In addition technical theatre, Ashlyn plays Soccer, Track and field, and is in the Robotics Club. In her free time she likes to read, write, and draw. She would like to thank the backstage crew and her friends.
MARYAM ZAAFRAN '26 (Atropos) Maryam is excited to return to the St. Agnes stage for her 4th show! Previously at St. Agnes: The Drowsy Chaperone (Janet), A Murder Is Announced (Letitia Blacklock), Aida (Asst. Choreographer/Dance Captain). Maryam is also the Student Body Vice President of St. Agnes and stays very involved and active around her community. Outside of school, Maryam is part of the Pre-Professional Company at Theatre Under the Stars She would like to thank her cast, directors, family, friends, school fam, and God for the continuous love & support. Enjoy the show!!
WHO'S WHO
Thank You
Friends of the Arts Volunteers
Our parent volunteers have truly gone above and beyond, generously sharing their time and unique talents to enrich our program. Their dedication, creativity, and unwavering support have made a remarkable difference, ensuring the success of every production and fostering an inspiring community spirit We are incredibly grateful for their tireless contributions and heartfelt commitment to our students and the arts.
FRIENDS OF THE ARTS (FOTA) COORDINATORS
Kara Bemis
Luisa Gomez
Pranika Sinha
Sarah Stai
SPECIAL THANKS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
Dr. Karen Jakuback, Head of School Carleen Raymond ‘00, Principal
Dale Grassmann, Director of Facilities
Terry Suprean (Headshots & Program Cover/Poster Design)
ST AGNES ACADEMY ARTS
Aaron McAllister
Director of Fine & Performing Arts
Jeremy M. Wood
Performing Arts Department Chair & Director of Music
Kim Fuselier Mendoza
Associate Director of Music
Jewell Handy ‘88
Director of Theatre
Jon Bonner
Technical Director
Roberto Aguilar
Asst. Technical Director
John Beasant III
Director of Dance
Kaylee Hoffner
Dance
Terry Suprean
Fine Arts Department Chair
Sandra de la Rosa Jimenez
Fine Arts
Claire Loft Fine Arts
Sharon Gehbauer ‘89
Fine Arts
Chris Ellis
Administrative Assistant Arts & Athletics
Gilbert & DeeDee Garcia
We extend our deepest gratitude to Friends of the Arts Angels, Gilbert and DeeDee Garcia, for their extraordinary generosity and vision. Your remarkable $100,000 gift for new audience seating in the Arthur W. Buckley Theatre will have a lasting impact on our community, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable experience for generations to come. Thank you for believing in the arts and investing in the future of our students and patrons!
Pictured (L to R): Dr. Karen Jakuback, DeeDee & Gil Garcia, and Aaron McAllister
Photo credit: Nikki Bermudes
AUTOGRAPHS
AUTOGRAPHS
2025-2026
Book by Sarah Hammond Music by Adam
October 2 @ 7 p.m.
October 3 @ 4 p.m.
October 4 @ 7 p.m.
October 5 @ 2 p.m.
ARTHUR W. BUCKLEY THEATRE
Christmas by Candlelight
A Vocal Arts Holiday Concert featuring Handel’s Messiah
December 12-13 @ 7 p.m. MEYER HALL
Book & Lyrics by Willie Reale Music by Robert Reale
February 26-28 @ 7 p m
March 1 @ 5 p.m. MEYER HALL
A showcase of compelling student work from St. Agnes Fine & Performing Arts Departments
April 14 @ 5 p.m.
For Fine & Performing Arts Info and Tickets: www.st-agnes.org/arts
Spring Dance Concert Presented by St Agnes Academy Dance Department
