Big Fish presented by St. Augustine Prep | February 1-3. 2024

PL AYBILL PRESENTED BY ST. AUGUSTINE PREPARATORY SCHOOL & OUR LADY OF MERCY ACADEMY

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2024 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2024 SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2024 ALL PERFORMANCES AT 6:30 P.M.

IN CONJUNCTION WITH

Congratulations and best wishes to the talented cast and crew of

Fr. Robert J. Murray, O.S.A., Ph.D. Head of School, St. Augustine Prep

“Dreams are what keep a man going.” ~ Keep dreaming.

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ST. AUGUSTINE PREPARATORY SCHOOL in partnership with

OUR LADY OF MERCY ACADEMY proudly presents

Big Fish Book by JOHN AUGUST Music and Lyrics by ANDREW LIPPA Based on the novel by Daniel Wallace and the Columbia Motion Picture written by John August Originally produced on Broadway by Dan Jinks, Bruce Cohen and Stage Entertainment with Roy Furman, Broadway Across America/Rich Entertainment Group, John Domo, The Nederlander Organization and Edward Walson in association with CJ E&M, Dancing Elephant Productions, Parrothead Productions, Harvey Weinstein/Carole L. Haber, Peter May/Jim Fantaci, Ted Liebowitz/Joe Piacentile and Columbia Pictures.

Big Fish 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. www.theatricalrights.com The video or audio recording of this performance by any means is strictly prohibited.

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Director’s Note

Last year, our production of Mamma Mia! focused on a mother-daughter relationship. Because of this, it only seemed fitting that this year’s production should highlight a father-son one. Fathers want the best for their sons, even if their sons can’t initially understand their intentions, their methods of achieving this, or their seemingly clashing personalities. At the core of this musical, as Edward ages and Will marries and expects a son, is the question “What makes a good father?” How does one navigate the weight of fatherhood and juggle the responsibility to oneself and one’s loved ones? What sacrifices does a father make, and are they always recognized? Many young boys search for heroes in their lives.

Does their father fill this role or challenge it? As such, this play focuses on being the “hero of your own story,” sometimes making choices that empower you and others you regret. However, knowing that you have the ability to craft your own story for your own betterment and those around you is powerful. Storytelling is what binds us with our past and our future. While one’s stories, especially those of a parent to a child, sometimes entail embellishments, these are not meant to be mistruths. Rather, their purpose is to enliven and entertain; instruct in a non-didactic manner; and, more simply put, make memorable to those audiences for which they are intended. We tell stories to keep memories of people and events alive and to empower us in our own present!

Mrs. Jodie Zielinski Director, Big Fish

Thank You

The cast and crew of Big Fish would like to thank the Administration, Faculty, and Staff of both St. Augustine Prep and Our Lady of Mercy Academy, especially Father Murray and Mrs. Coyle for their support of the Arts in our schools.

A special thanks to Mrs. Stacey Cable, Mrs. Karrie Davis, and Mr. Manny Dijamco for production of our tickets, playbook, poster, photography, and social media posts, and to the St. Augustine Prep Facilities Department for construction, storage, and transportation of our set and props. Additional thanks are extended to Mrs. Battin for arranging transportation for our students during rehearsals and performances.

And to The Landis Theater for getting the chance to perform again in such a beautiful and professional space.

And, thanks and gratitude most of all to our parents, who are the backbone of our program. They feed us, they help with costumes, props, and scenery, they drive to and from rehearsals, and they donate their time (and gift baskets), among so many other things!

We are forever appreciative for all that our parents do for us!

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Musical Numbers Act I Prologue Be The Hero………………………………..………...…………..………Edward and Ensemble I Know What You Want…………………………...………Edward, The Witch, Other Witches Stranger………………………………………………………………...……………………Will Two Men In My Life…………………………..……………………….…………………Sandra Ashton’s Favorite Son…………………..…………………………….Jenny Hill and Townsfolk Out There On The Road…………………..…………Edward, Karl, Jenny Hill, and Townsfolk Little Lamb From Alabama………………………..…………Sandra and The Alabama Lambs Time Stops……………………………………………………..…………...Edward and Sandra Closer To Her…………………………………………………Edward, Amos, and Circus Folk Daffodils…………………………………….…………………..………..…Edward and Sandra

Act II Entr’acte Red, White, And True……………………………………….....Edward, Sandra, and Ensemble Fight The Dragons…………………………..…………………………Edward and Young Will Stranger (Reprise).…………………………………………………………………………..Will Showdown………………………………………………………...Edward, Will, and Ensemble I Don’t Need A Roof………………………………………………………..…………….Sandra Start Over……………………………………..Edward, Don Price, Amos, Karl, and Ensemble What’s Next…………………………….Edward, Will, Don Price, Zacky Price, and Ensemble How It Ends…………………………….…………...…………………………..……….Edward The Procession…………………………………...……………………...…………….Ensemble Be The Hero (Reprise)………………..…..……………..…………..………………………Will

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Cast Bios (In Alphabetical Order)

Brody Ackerman (Dance Captain/Ensemble) is excited to be able to perform in the Prep/ OLMA’s rendition of Big Fish and can’t wait to perform with his talented peers. When not on the theater stage, you can find Brody performing in the school’s acapella group (The TestosterTones), as well as the co-ed choir (St. Cecilia). Outside of the Prep, Brody has partaken in the Moorestown Theater Company productions of Les Mis: Highschool Edition (Bishop of Digne and Feuilly), and Heathers: Teen Edition (Beleaguered Geek) as well as Mamma Mia! (Pepper) for the Prep. Brody is currently a member of the Lowe Dance Studio Competition Team (Voorhees, NJ) where he competes and trains in many dance styles.

Brody would like to give a very special thanks to the cast, crew, and artistic team (Mr. Ancharski, Mrs. Zielinski, and Ms. Casey) for all their hard work and dedication to making the show the best it can be. “Be the hero of your story till it’s done!”

Camila Andeliz Bello (Josephine Bloom) is so excited to join St. Augustine Prep and OLMA in her second production with these schools.

After last year’s amazing, Mamma Mia!, she was more than happy to join this year’s play.

Camila tried something new by joining Hands up! I-Block, where she made an appearance in the production of Newsies. That was an amazing learning experience for her. Apart from this, she has participated in OLMA’s chorus in multiple shows. During this play, she has had so much fun working with an amazing cast.

They are all so talented and have made this a reality. Finally, and not least, this production wouldn’t have been possible without the help of Mr. Ancharski, Mrs. Zielinski, and Ms. Casey.

They have worked so hard to make this play a reality. She also would like to recognize her family for always being there through this whole experience and making time to bring her to practices. She wants them to know how much she truly appreciates them.

Mia Bonilla (Ensemble) is so excited to join with the Prep/OLMA theater group in her second production. In the past, she has been involved in various shows, including last year’s Mamma Mia!, A Christmas Carol, and The Little Mermaid. She was also a member of the Hands up! Theater club, where she performed in Newsies. Outside of the theater, you can find her taking sword classes, traveling, and spending time with her cat, Milla.

Kiley Boyle (Ensemble) is very excited for her first show with the Prep/OLMA theater group.

Other than academics, Kiley is in OLMA’s music ministry as well as OLMA’s cross country, bowling, and crew teams. In the past, she has had roles in OLMA’s I-Block production of Newsies as Les and has had ensemble roles in High School Musical Jr. and Peter Pan Jr. She would like to thank the members of the stage crew and cast for making this an incredible and memorable experience.

Abigail Bryson (Ensemble) is looking forward to her debut in the Prep/OLMA play, Big Fish!

She has had prior roles in Mary Poppins Jr., Matilda Jr., Willy Wonka Jr. and Into The Woods Jr. She has also had experience in stage crew and set design. As a freshman, it has been exciting for her to work with all the other great cast members in her first high school play!

Madison Bullock (Ensemble) is very excited for her first show with The Prep/OLMA theater group. Madison is also involved in other activities like the OLMA softball team and OLMA’s music ministry. She looks forward to this performance!

Jared Callan (Ensemble) is excited to be in The Prep/OLMA’s production of Big Fish. Jared is involved with the bowling team and plays trombone for the Pep band, too.

Joseph Coco (Fisherman/Ensemble) is making his stage debut. As an enthusiastic freshman, he’s excited to delve into the performing arts.

Joseph is actively involved in the a cappella group, The TestosterTones, the co-ed choir, St. Cecilia, and the Pep Band. He also participates in the school’s crew and fencing teams.

Grateful for the support of the artistic team, his castmates, and his family, Joseph looks forward to creating memorable experiences in Big Fish and his future in theater.

Will Dukich (Zacky Price) is excited to make his stage debut in The Prep/OLMA production of Big Fish. He is on St. Augustine’s volleyball team, too, and is thrilled to be on stage once again.

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Cast Bios (In Alphabetical Order)

Lexi Elton (Ensemble) is ecstatic to be a member of the Prep/OLMA play. Partaking in chorus, swim, track & field, as well as OLMA’s partnership with Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Lexi also excels in academics. She has had roles in other plays, such as Seussical Jr., Aladdin Jr., and Beauty and the Beast Jr.. During last year’s ASL I-Block, she performed as well. With gratitude, she thanks the cast and crew, her family, and the staff running the production.

Puri Garzone (Dr. Bennett) is ecstatic to be in this production of Big Fish! He will be playing the Bloom family’s go-to for checkups and personal friend, Dr. William Bennet. His experience from starring as Lumiére and Mr. Warbucks in his previous performances at Frankford Friends School are helping him through this amazing performance. He would like to thank his family and friends for helping him out through rehearsals and motivating him to do his very best tonight!

Christianna Figurelli (Alabama Lamb/ Ensemble) is so excited to return to the stage in this year’s production of Big Fish. Christianna played Ali in last year’s production of Mamma Mia! Christianna has also played Mary Poppins (Mary Poppins), Mother Abbess (Sound of Music), and Amaryllis (Music Man), along with roles in many other plays. She would like to thank Mrs. Zielinski, Ms. Casey, Mr. Ancharski, her castmates, her friends, and her family for supporting her. When Christianna is not onstage, you can find her on the volleyball court as a libero or singing at her church.

Gianna Gebeline (Sandra Bloom) is excited to be playing the role of Sandra as a senior in her last OLMA and Prep musical! Gianna is an OLMA cheerleader and a competitive dancer. She is a national champion at That’s Entertainment and Dancesational dance competition with many other awards granted.

She also sings and has performed in many musical productions for the Brigantine Summer Theater program, with leads in Fame as Carmen and Beauty and the Beast as Belle. Gianna loves working with this amazing cast and crew of Big Fish! Thank you to everyone who made this show possible and thank you to all of my fellow cast members for making this show amazing!

Matthew Flanigan (Will Bloom) is a hardworking, intelligent, and dedicated student.

Outside of academics, Matthew enjoys writing, fencing, and photography. He also participates in the school’s largest growing service club, newspaper club, and much more. In past performances, he played the roles of Watt Cobblers (What a Knight!), Band Student (Fame Jr.), Fletcher (Freaky Friday), Weselton (Frozen), The Duke (Flapper), Michael (Elf Jr.), Gilmer (Godspell), and Bill (Mamma Mia!). He would like to thank all of his teachers, especially Mrs. Zielinski, for pushing him to do his best this year not only in academics, but with the show as well. He would also like to thank his family, specifically his parents, for their consistent support of his dreams.

Luke Grippo (Don Price) is beyond excited to be able to play Don Price in this year’s production of Big Fish! Luke has been performing since the 2nd Grade and has a strong passion for singing and performing, so his senior show is extremely important to him. Some of his notable performances include Linus in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, the White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland, Theo in Pippin, Kurt Von Trapp in The Sound of Music, John the Apostle in a Passion of Jesus Christ, and Lionel Astley in Back to the 80’s. He would like to thank Mrs. Zielinski, Ms. Casey, and Mr. Ancharski for always giving us their all while inspiring us to do our best. Most of all, he would like to thank all of his previous directors, the people he’s performed with, and his parents for always supporting his love of theater.

Warren Garland (Amos Calloway) is beyond excited to be a part of this production of Big Fish! As the ringmaster of the traveling circus, Amos Calloway employs Edward Bloom into his grand performance, at the low low cost of one clue a month. As a senior, Warren is ready to perform in this amazing production, having played Eddie in Mamma Mia! last year and in countless choirs throughout his youth.

Jacqueline Hooven (Ensemble) is so excited for her first performance with the Prep/OLMA theater club! When she was younger, she was in Annie and is excited to start theater again! She is excited to see what the future holds and is very hopeful about this year’s performance!

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Cast Bios (In Alphabetical Order)

Stephania Hope (The Witch) is thrilled to be back with the Prep/OLMA theater club! Always on stage, she has performed in many shows, including Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (Truly Scrumptious), Elf (Jovie), and Mamma Mia!, as well as various skits and cabaret-style concerts.

When the curtains close, you can find her singing in St. Cecilia Choir and OLMA’s Music Ministry, playing guitar, or learning the ropes of directing and theater management from her supportive mentors. She would like to thank everyone who has inspired her passion for performing through the years!

lead role, and he is eternally grateful for Mrs. Zielinski for seeing the potential in him and encouraging him in his theater career. Music is a very important aspect in Lorenzo’s life, as he holds it very close to him. Outside of theater, he sings in his school mass choir, co-ed choir, TestosterTones, and much more. Lorenzo would like to thank God, but first and foremost his parents, for giving him the opportunity to attend such an amazing school. He would also like to thank Mr. Ancharski, Mrs. Zielinski, and Ms. Casey for pushing him to be his best self and for being positive influences in his life.

Meagan Howard (Ensemble) is thrilled to be joining Prep and OLMA in her first play with the group! Meagan has been involved in many theater productions in the past, her favorite roles including The Wolf (Into the Woods), Ensemble/Father U.S (Zombie Prom), Sarah Strakosh (Funny Girl), Martin J (Mean Girls) and much more! Off-stage, Mj is playing volleyball, bowling, and dancing, as well as playing piano and the drums. Meagan would like to thank her family, friends and the cast for putting on a wonderful show! :)

Holden MacNatt (General/Ensemble) is excited to be back with the Prep/OLMA theater club!

He performed in last year’s Mamma Mia! He would like to thank Mr. Ancharaki, Mrs. Zielinski, Ms. Casey, and his fellow cast mates for making the theater experience an enjoyable one.

Kaitlynn Kirk (Ensemble) is very excited to be back again for her second year in The Prep/OLMA’s theater program. Kaitlynn is a junior at OLMA and last year she performed in her first ever musical Mamma Mia! Since then, she has been a part of several different performances including Matilda: The Musical (Big Kid Tamika/TV/Dancer/Henchmen), a Newsies showcase (Davey), and a group ASL performance of “Speechless” (live action Aladdin) at the Wigs and Wishes 2023 Gala.

Kaitlynn can next be seen in April when she hits the stage in Hands Up! Silent Theater’s production of Frozen as Elsa. She would like to thank her parents, family, friends, and teachers who have supported her and shaped her into who she is today. Thank you to Mrs. Zielinski, Mr. Ancharski, and Miss Casey for all of your hard work and dedication to your students.

Lorenzo Lopes (Edward Bloom) is beyond excited to be a part of this year’s performance of Big Fish! Lorenzo is graduating from The Prep this year and is sad to say that this is his last show. However, he is excited to end it with such a play and amazing castmates. He has been a part of many plays, such as Alice in Wonderland (Caterpillar), Charlie Brown (Snoopy), and A Ghost Tale for Mr. Charles Dickens (Mr Charles Dickens). Big Fish, however, is his first

Ian Matusiak (Ensemble) is hopeful for this year’s performance and many more to come!

His background started at the young age of six at Jersey Cape Dance & Gymnastics Academy doing tap, gymnastics, musical theater, hip hop, and jazz. He was even cast as the lead role in Oliver with this academy, but, sadly, Covid halted this performance, and he only continued at the academy for one more year. He is excited to get back in his favorite place on the stage and to be cast as an acrobat, as well as other minor roles, and stage crew. Now in his freshman year, he hopes to grow with others and try new things. Outside of Theater Club, Ian is involved in rowing, skiing, snowboarding, and fencing, and other extracurriculars, such as Boy Scouts, the St. Augustine Prep Band, and more. He wants to give a special thanks to all the people who have guided him through his journey.

Akeem Mills (Mayor/Ensemble) is happy to be part of the play this year. This is his first high school production and first time acting in awhile. He has been in smaller productions such as A Midsummer Night’s Dream in middle school and is just happy to be part of something like this again.

Syerra-Lynn Mills (Ensemble) is very excited to be a part of the play this year. This is her first time being part of the cast and not as a stage crew manager in this big high school musical of the Prep/OLMA theater club! She is beyond excited about the production of this play and her future as a cast member with this club.

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Cast Bios (In Alphabetical Order)

Marissa Monzo (Ensemble) is a sophomore performing in her first production with The Prep/OLMA Theater Club. Outside of the Arts, she is also a swimmer.

Adriana Verrico (Jenny Hill) is ecstatic to be returning to the stage junior year as Jenny Hill in Big Fish. She performed last year as Lisa in Mamma Mia!, and, outside of OLMA, she has acted as Evie (Descendants), Josie (Elf Jr.), Fiona (Shrek Jr.), and several ensemble roles in community and school productions. When Adriana is not onstage, she can be found on OLMA’s cheer team as a varsity flyer or working on her initiative Sisters Support. Adriana would like to share a special thanks to Mr.Ancharski, Mrs. Zielinski, Ms. Casey, and her cast mates for their energy, hard work, enthusiasm, and dedication towards the show. She would also like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her and her passions!

Frankie Natale (Ensemble) is excited to join The Prep/OLMA theater club this year and participate in their production of Big Fish.

His previous performance was in his middle school production of Hairspray. He is happy to return to the stage to entertain audiences.

He would like to thank Mrs. Zielinski, Mr. Ancharski, and Miss Casey for all of the hard work and dedication that they have put into the production of Big Fish. He looks forward to continuing in theater next year!

Natalie Nuss (Ensemble) is so excited for this play and is so happy to have had a part in its production. She loves the music and has loved the time spent with the cast getting ready for Big Fish. She is so grateful for being able to spend time with this amazing group of people for another year and can’t wait for you to see this play!

Giana Verrico (Alabama Lamb/Ensemble) is so excited for her role as an Alabama Lamb in this year’s production of Big Fish. Currently, Giana is a Freshman at OLMA who enjoys dancing, singing, and cheerleading. Giana has been in several musicals throughout her childhood and middle school, but this is her first production as a high schooler. She would like to give a special thanks to Mrs. Zielinski, Mr. Ancharski, and Ms. Casey for putting together this production as well as her fellow castmates and family for supporting her. She’s so excited to be able to be in this production, and hopes to join again next year!

Harriet Riley (Girl in the Water/Ensemble) is very excited to be a part of her first high school production. She has been in Aladdin when she was younger and is happy that this wasn’t her last play. Harriet is currently a freshman at OLMA and can always be found off stage hanging out with her friends or finding new hobbies. She is very hopeful for this year’s production.

Tayla Wakefield (Dancing Fire/Ensemble) is overjoyed to make her debut high school production as the youngest student at OLMA. Offstage, Tayla enjoys cheer, horseback riding, and dance classes, including tap, hip hop, and broadway jazz. Tayla’s previous credits include Trolls (Poppy at Surflight Theater’s Camp), 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Eagle Theater), To Art and Beyond (Scream), a Fall Cabaret (Soloist), and Newsies Jr. (Hannah/ Bowery Brigade/Dance Caption). Tayla thanks Mr. Ancharski, Mrs. Zielinski, Ms. Casey, and her family for their support. A bigger thanks to her castmates for adopting her into the cast family.

Michael Sherron (Karl the Giant) is ecstatic to return to stage in this year’s production of Big Fish. In the past, he has portrayed King Triton (TLM Jr.) and Sky (Mamma Mia!). Currently, Michael is a sophomore at the Prep and can be found on campus participating in the school acapella group, the Testostertones, the coed choir, St. Cecilia’s, the baseball team, and managing the football team. He would like to thank Mr. Ancharski, Mrs. Zielinski, and Miss Casey, as well as the cast and stage crew for all their energy and commitment. Also, a special shoutout to our music director, Mr. Ancharski, for this will be his first musical at St. Augustine Prep. Additionally, he would like to thank his family and friends for their love and support these last few months. He hopes you enjoy this show, for it is truly larger than life.

Zachary Zielinski (Young Will) is making his stage debut. He is a third grader at Marlton Elementary School and loves to sing, dance, act, and tell jokes. He is very happy to be on stage with some very talented actors.

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The Company

Edward Bloom…………………….……………………………...…................Lorenzo Lopes Will Bloom…………………………………………..…………..................Matthew Flanigan Sandra Bloom…………………………………………………………….....Gianna Gebeline Young Will……………………………………………………..……….......Zachary Zielinski Josephine Bloom…………………………………………………..........Camila Andeliz Bello Karl the Giant….…………………………………………………..…….......Michael Sherron Amos Calloway…………………………………………………………........Warren Garland Don Price…………………………………………………........................…....…Luke Grippo The Witch………………………………………………..…..................….….Stephania Hope Jenny Hill……………………………………………….…………………....Adriana Verrico Girl in the Water………………………………………….………...……....……Harriet Riley Dr. Bennett………………………………………………….…………………..Puri Garzone Zacky Price……………………………………......................………………..…..Will Dukich Dancing Fire……….……………………………….............………………....Tayla Wakefield The Alabama Lambs……………………………………...................…..Christianna Figurelli Giana Verrico Mayor…………………....……………………………………….……..………..Akeem Mills Fisherman………………………………..………………………………………Joseph Coco

The Ensemble Brody Ackerman, Mia Bonilla, Kiley Boyle, Abigail Bryson, Madison Bullock, Jared Callan, Joseph Coco, Lexi Elton, Christianna Figurelli, Jacqueline Hooven, Meagan Howard, Kaitlynn Kirk, Holden MacNatt, Ian Matusiak, Akeem Mills, Syerra-Lynn Mills, Marissa Monzo, Frankie Natale, Natalie Nuss, Harriet Riley, Adriana Verrico, Giana Verrico, Tayla Wakefield ASL Signer: Kate DeLucca Artistic Team Director……………………………………..……………………………Mrs. Jodie Zielinski Musical Director……………………………………..………..........Mr. Conor Ancharski ’16 Choreographer…..…………………………………..…………………...Ms. Casey Gebeline Stage Lighting and Sound: Technical staff at The Landis Theater Costumes: Costume Design/Fit/Donations through Savannah and Christine Nolan, Karen “Tootsie” Saracusa, and various cast and parents Stage Manager: Lilianna Himstedt Stage Crew/Set and Prop Organization, Painting, and Design: Charles Agnew, Evan Arceo, Matt Auer, Carter Berth, Logan Berth, Trevor Clark, Spencer Lawson, Ian Matusiak, Bella Marzilli, Nicolas Smolinski

The Musicians Mr. Conor Ancharski ’16 - Piano/Conductor Lindsay Day, Drums Sean Duffy, Bass Bee Fanty, Violin Charles Ford, Guitar Jack Klotz ’27, Keyboard Rob Portnoy, Reeds

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Our Lady of Mercy Academy faculty and staff congratulate Gianna Gebeline Adriana Verrico

Camila Andeliz-Bello Harriet Riley

Stephania Hope Tayla Wakefield

Giana Verrico Natalie Nuss

Christianna Figurelli Meagan Howard

Kaitlynn Kirk Mia Bonilla

Kate DeLucca Abigail Bryson Lexi Elton

Syerra-Lynn Mills Jacqueline Hooven Lilianna Himstedt

Marissa Monzo Madison Bullock Savannah Nolan

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Your talent and hard work truly impress us.

We are so proud of you and wish you luck!

Break a leg!

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The Augustinians at St. Augustine Preparatory School ask God to Bless the Cast and Crew of Big Fish!

LIVE LIFE TO THE FULL! WHAT WOULD JESUS HAVE YOU DO?

Rev. Francis X. Devlin, O.S.A., Prior Rev. Anthony P. Burrascano, O.S.A. Rev. Robert J. Murray, O.S.A. Rev. Stephen M. Curry, O.S.A.

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Congratulations to the entire cast, crew, and artistic team of Big Fish!

We support the Arts at St. Augustine Preparatory School and Our Lady of Mercy Academy.

And, to our grandson, Zachary, Yia Yia and Pa know that your stage debut will have you hooked for years to come with the drama bug! Break a leg!

Robert and JoAnn Kelsey 16

Gianna, From Godspell to Mamma Mia! to Big Fish you brought your characters to life. Your sparkle and shine is visible every moment you’re on that stage!

Always be your stellar self!

We Love You! Love, Your Peeps

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“He believed the stars were wishes, and one day they would all come true.”

Your family believes the same thing for you Mj Howard.

Break a leg in your first OLMA-Prep play.

We love you

To the cast and crew of Big Fish Break a Leg!!

To the teachers, volunteers and all of the people behind the scenes, We appreciate all that you do for our children.

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Michael, I am so excited to see you in your next role as Karl the Giant.

I am so very proud of you!

Break a leg!

Michael,

Love you!

Gram

You will always be our “giant”! We can’t wait to see what the future holds for you when you “Start over”!

We love you!

Dad, Mom & Britney

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Jack,

Good luck Jack!

We are very proud of your commitment to the piano!

Keep tickling the ivories!

“Where the pavement bends...we find our lives!”

Love Always, Mom and Dad

From your #1 Fan Club Pap and Gigi Uncle Dave and Aunt Stacey David, Katie, Londyn, Madi, and Conor Buddy and Brian Uncle Mike and Aunt April Jimmy and Dacia Mikey and Morgan Mom and Dad

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Shout-Outs Michael, We love and are very proud of you! Keep reaching for the stars!

Love Dad, Mom and Britney Congratulations, Michael!

Love, Aunt Jackie and Auntie!

Joseph Coco, Best of Luck to the “Big Fish” of our family!

Love, Mom Mom and Pop Just open soul’s endless possibilities. Hope can overcome, conquering opportunity, inspiring new beginnings into greatness. Fulfill incredible strength harbored.

Love, Mom and Dad So proud of all our talented actors!

Our Prep community is blessed because of each of you!

- In Memory of Mrs. Carr Congratulations Frankie! We are so proud of you!

Love Mom, Dad, Michael, Grace and Biscotti Michael, we love you and are very proud of you!

Keep reaching for the stars!

Love Dad, Mom and Britney Break a leg Michael! Sorry we can’t be there.

Love, Aunt Chris and Uncle Andy Break a leg Michael S. and the cast and crew of Big Fish.

- Aunt Mār and Uncle Tim

Congratulations to the Cast, Crew, and Musicians of Big Fish –The Artists of Today and Tomorrow!

Be the hero of your story as you “forge ahead” (St. Augustine) in your journey “out there on the road” (Edward Bloom) and find your own truth (Veritas).

St. Augustine advises: “You know that we are travelers.

You ask, what is ‘walking?’ Briefly it means to make progress.

There is someone inside you who is pleased with humility.

Let him test you, and test yourself as well.

If you want to reach what you are not yet, always be dissatisfied with yourself.

For wherever you are pleased with yourself, that is where you remain. If you say, ‘that’s enough,’ you are lost.

Always keep adding more, always walk, always forge ahead; do not stop on the road, do not go back, do not leave the road.”

(Augustine, Sermon 169, 18) “It’s not about a destination [...] The road is something that’s in you. A need. You don’t drive it–it drives you.

Understand?” (Edward Bloom, Big Fish The Musical) Thank you all, Mrs. Zielinski

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BROTHERHOOD Begins at St. Augustine Prep

St. Augustine Prep students defy conventional classifications.

They are not simply students, or artists, or athletes – they are young men of multiple interests and talents, young men filled with curiosity and a desire to better themselves and those around them through a top-notch education rooted in the Augustinian Values of Truth, Unity, and Love.

If you aspire to grow and learn in the company of like-minded young men, St. Augustine Prep is where you should be.

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