We are delighted to welcome you back to our highly regarded 5th Avenue South venue! The first phase of our recent $22 million transformation was completed swiftly and with minimal disruption to our programming, allowing us to continue engaging with our community through the arts while we temporarily relocated for Season 70.
Now that we are back home, I want to welcome you to tour our new facilities, meet our staff, and engage with our passionate and skilled volunteers. The volunteers you see on stage tonight are just a few of the many individuals who contribute to the success of TNP. This is your theater. Explore it, experience it, and should you feel compelled to - please support it. As a community theatre setting the stage for arts accessibility nationwide, we deeply appreciate your patronage and attendance at this evening’s performance.
Welcome home to SEASON 71 OUR MISSION
Dance, acting, and performance camps for ages 3 and up! 1- and 2-week sessions run Monday - Friday with sessions starting: June 16 | July 7 | July 21 All ages and abilities are welcome and need-based scholarships are available. Learn more at NaplesPlayers.org or contact Jennifer
ON STAGE NEXT
APR 02 - APR 27
Powerful and Fearless Females IN
MAY 07 - MAY 25
It’s Never Too Late To Chase Your Dreams IN
OUR 72 ND SEASON
JUN 25-JUL 27
VENGEANCE SERVED WITH SHARP WIT, SONG, & DANCE IN THE KIZZIE THEATER
OCT 01-OCT 19
TEN STRANGERS, ONE DEADLY ISLAND MYSTERY IN THE KIZZIE THEATER
OCT 15-NOV 09
GENIUS MEETS PASSION IN VICTORIAN TIMES
IN THE PRICE THEATER
NOV 19-DEC 21
A CHERISHED CLASSIC WITH A MUSICAL TWIST
IN THE KIZZIE THEATER
JAN 14-FEB 15
FAKE BOYFRIENDS + FAMILY DINNERS = REAL CHAOS
IN THE KIZZIE THEATER
FEB 04-MAR 01
BRILLIANCE AND BRAVERY MEET IN MYSTERY
IN THE PRICE THEATER
MAR 11-APR 12
CLOCK IN FOR A MUSICAL REVOLUTION
IN THE KIZZIE THEATER
APR 01-APR 26
UNTOLD VOICES OF WARTIME WOMEN
IN THE PRICE THEATER
MAY 06-MAY 24 A WITTY AND TIMELESS TALE OF LOVE
IN THE KIZZIE THEATER
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ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES & PROGRAMS
Our Arts Access program provides opportunities and resources for community members of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to participate in our unparalleled, high-quality theatrical arts experiences.
PERFORMANCE ACCESSIBILITY RESOURCES:
WHEELCHAIR SEATING & PARKING
ASSISTED LISTENING DEVICES
SENSORY-FRIENDLY BOOTH
SIGN LANGUAGE
BRAILLE PERFORMANCE GUIDES
LARGE PRINT PERFORMANCE GUIDES
ACCESSIBLE GUIDES
SENSORY BAGS
RELAXED PERFORMANCES
INCLUSIVE CLASSES @
Our inclusive classes provide a supportive environment to learn the performing arts for students who are on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing disorder, neurodevelopmental disorders, or any other type of neuro-divergency or any student who may wish to approach learning in a more accessible way.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Arts Access workshops and programming are currently shared with over 45 organizations and serve populations impacted by various societal challenges. Our community enrichment programs have the unique ability to impart social change, increase skill building, encourage connection and collaboration, promote laughter, inspire joy and positivity, ignite confidence and creativity, and develop a passion for the arts within participants.
The Kizzie Theater features a brand-new sensory-friendly booth for individuals and families with sensory processing disorders to enjoy every performance.
BOOTH FEATURES:
• Private entrance
• Light, sound, and temperature controls
• Customizable seating and wheelchair accessibility
• Freedom to sit, stand, and move as needed
• Tactile sensory engagement items
CONNECT YOUR OWN ASSISTED LISTENING
DE VICE
Handheld and headphone devices are available at the Access Concierge desk at Patron Services.
If you have your own Bluetooth-enabled hearing device, you can connect your device directly to our sound by following the steps below.
STEP 1
Scan this QR code to connect to our hearing assist WIFI network.
STEP 2
Scan this QR code to download the ListenWifi App. Open the app and select your theater.
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE, PLEASE SEE AN USHER OR VISIT THE ACCESS CONCIERGE DESK AT PATRON SERVICES.
SPOTLIGHT SPOTLIGHT ON Ladd BORIS A Journey Back to the Stage and the Role of a Lifetime
For Ladd Boris, playing Sancho Panza in Man of La Mancha is more than just another role—it’s a calling. As he steps onto the stage at The Naples Players for the first time, he brings with him a wealth of experience, personal connection, and an unwavering passion for the role that has shaped his journey in the theater.
This marks the seventh time Boris has played Sancho, a role that has drawn him back to the stage after a decade-long hiatus. “I am having the time of my life,” he says. “I am working with an incredible bunch of people filled with love for what they do. There’s a unique joy in performing in a community-driven theater, where the focus is on the love of the craft and collaboration.”
His journey to Naples seems almost fated. Living in New Jersey with his husband, Boris hadn’t planned on returning to the theater until a serendipitous social
media connection led to an audition with TNP. The universe continued to guide him forward—he secured housing for his three-month stay; his employer, Allstate Insurance, allowed him to work remotely; and, in a poignant twist of fate, his mother passed away just two weeks before his audition. “The first time I played Sancho, my father passed away two weeks before I began rehearsals,” Boris reflects. Despite his personal loss, he remained committed to his passion and moved forward with his audition at TNP.
Boris’ love for the arts began early. Born in New York City and raised in New Jersey, he took a bus alone at 14 to see a performance at the Metropolitan Opera. At 15, he made his professional debut in the iconic film FAME while attending the prestigious LaGuardia High School of Music and Performing Arts. His career took off from there, leading him
to perform at the Metropolitan Opera, on Broadway, and in theaters across the country for over 30 years. Locally, he has graced the stage at TheatreZone, even previously playing Sancho.
For Boris, Sancho is more than just a comedic sidekick—he’s a character filled with devotion and purpose. “Sancho has a strong love for Don Quixote—his existence and his joy are a result of being with him,” Boris explains. “He was granted permission to disappear from a life he didn’t care for. He would go to the ends of the earth for Don Quixote.” The role resonates deeply with him, particularly in a powerful moment when Don Quixote dies in Sancho’s arms—a scene that mirrors Boris’ own life, having held his father as he passed.
Returning to the stage with The Naples Players has been a transformative experience for Boris. He praises Bryce Alexander, the theater’s CEO & Executive Artistic Director, for his vision and leadership. “Bryce is a brilliant man. You can tell he loves the piece. He knows how to work with people to get the best out of each performer,” he says.
Beyond the production, Boris has been deeply moved by Naples’ vibrant cultural scene and The Naples Players’ commitment to youth outreach. “Nothing is more important than opening doors for our youth to appreciate and engage in the arts,” he says. “We must nurture our youth and give them permission to dream.”
As the curtain rises on Man of La Mancha, Boris stands on stage, fully immersed in the role he loves most. “Being back on stage is like putting on a pair of your favorite jeans,” he smiles. “They just feel great.”
And for Boris, this journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.
Ladd performing in the production of
BOTTOM: Ladd showing of his acting chops in Man of La Manch at TheatreZone.
TOP:
Calamity Jane.
VOLUNTEERING @ TNP
DEPARTMENTS AND ACTIVITIES FOR FRIENDLY FOLKS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES
PERFORMERS
Come audition for a show! All of our performers are volunteers, with each cast being a mix of veterans, newcomers, and novices.
BACKSTAGE CREW
Fly rail, audio assistant, backstage crew, spotlight operator, board operator... the behind-the-scenes opportunities at TNP are endless!
COSTUME SHOP
Assist with repairs, alterations, sewing, ironing, steaming, buttons, hems... you name it! Costumes for every performance are made on site!
SCENE SHOP
Lend a hand with set construction, demolition, painting, and the occasional prop fabrication. Get your hands dirty and have fun doing it!
USHERS
Greet patrons, scan tickets, work concessions, hand out programs, and escort patrons to their seats. Be the first friendly face patrons see and experience!
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?
All of our staff and volunteers love to get new volunteers into the mix! If you’re new to the area, or just new to volunteering at TNP, don’t hesitate to join the fun. Test your skills at the next audition or contact Pamela Larkin Caruso to find out what other opportunities there are backstage and front of house!
READERS THEATRE @ TNP
What is Readers Theatre? Readers Theatre performances are a much more intimate and relaxed experience for the audience and performers. They feature a series of either full-length or one-act plays, dramas, and classic works performed with scripts in hand and without props or costumes. Performances are an evening of play readings chosen, directed, and cast by volunteers - with the volunteer Readers Theatre Committee at the helm. We welcome you to join us at one of these future performances. Tickets are $25 each and available at the Box Office or online.
SUNDAY
April 27, 2025 7:30 P.M.
Get on stage! Readers Theatre is the perfect place for those looking to be on stage without the pressure of memorizing lines or the commitment of a doing a full show run. Look for upcoming Readers Theatre audition dates coming for our 2025-2026 Season!
VISUALIZING
During our 70th season in 2023-2024, we relocated our entire operation off-site to complete the $22 million renovation project that you’re sitting in now. It would have been easier to close our doors for a season, but the shift into offsite locations helped broaden our reach and expand our offerings to an even wider audience within our community.
PERFORMANCES
100%
175 performances
25,783 tickets sold 85% of all shows sold out held off-site due to renovations
EDUCATION & ACCESS
6,322 participants
46 community partners
276 Arts Access classes
1,876 hours of instruction
VOLUNTEERS
30+
590 volunteers
50,716 hours logged positions for volunteers both on and off stage
OUR IMPACT
I have been truly amazed at the fantastic job TNP did this year in providing a full season of entertaining and moving productions even with the circumstances of construction and off-site venues TNP faced.
- KEVIN KENNEALLY, TNP PATRON
91% Programs & Operations
Fundraising & Administration EXPENSES
9%
REVENUES
Ticket Sales (27%)
Program Fees (10%)
Concessions & Misc (4%)
Individual Donors (42%)
Grants & Corporate Sponsorships (17%)
CELEBRATING OUR DONORS
JANUARY 15, 2025 - FEBRUARY 28, 2025
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MAN OF LA MANCHA is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com
THE VIDEOTAPING OR MAKING OF ELECTRONIC OR OTHER AUDIO AND/OR VISUAL RECORDINGS OF THIS PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTING RECORDINGS OR STREAMS IN ANY MEDIUM, INCLUDING THE INTERNET, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED, A VIOLATION OF THE AUTHOR(S)’S RIGHTS AND ACTIONABLE UNDER UNITED STATES COPYRIGHT LAW.
STAGE MANAGER ANNIE HENNEN
DRAMATURGS RICKI BAKER & PATRICIA PUIA LIGHTING DESIGNER CHRIS RILEY
CAST
SANCHO .................................................................................................................... LADD BORIS
AUDIO ASSISTANTS ...................................................... JOEL BANOW, LYNN COPPEL, KELLEY WATSON
COSTUME CONSTRUCTION & CARE .................... SUZAN BERMAN, GWEN BETTINI, ALYSSA BRADSHAW, MAGGIE COSGROVE, CHRISTINE FARRELL, LINDA FIKES, DYLAN FILLMORE, IAN FORBES, STEPHANIE FOWLE, ALEXANDRIA GOENNER, MAYA FAYE GORDON, CHANDA HAWTHORNE, LYNDA JOHNSON, BARB LAUB, SHIRA LINDEN, SANDY L o PRESTI, JOAN LAUGHLIN, DEBORAH MARTIN, DEBRON M c CARTNEY, JIM MIZEUR, LINDA MIZEUR, ROSEANN RUGGIERO, SAL RUGGIERO, SUSAN KAY SAWYER, OLIVIA SILVERIO, JEAN SNYDER, CHARISSE THOMAS
SCENIC PAINTING & CONSTRUCTION .................. IAN COCKLIN, SYLVIA CONGER, ALIX CUNNINGHAM, ALDO D’ACUNZO, ED EZRINE, JOHN FELICIANO, JOE FEMIA, PAUL GALLOWAY, JIM GAYEUSKI, TAMMY HARRIS, DAVID JOHNSON, SANDY KEELER, JOHN LANE, STEVE LEE, RUSS LOYET, RAY MARASCO, EMMANUEL MARTINEZ, BOB RATH, TRACY ROSEN, LINDA RUSSELL-THORNE, TODD SCOVILLE, JEFF SMITH, WAYNE STRANGWAYS, SYDNIE SWIFT, MARY LOU TAYLOR, MICHAEL TROOP, MARK VOUTYRAS, DOUG WALCK, MJ WANN, FRED WILLIG, JOSH WOOD
WHY IS MAN OF LA MANCHA LIKE A CAT?
Most people know that a cat has nine lives. But, it’s not generally known that the hit musical Man of La Mancha has been revived on Broadway four times – and counting!
The beloved show with a book by Dale Wasserman, lyrics by Joe Darion, and music by Mitch Leigh was inspired by Miguel de Cervantes’ novel Don Quixote. The show has had several notable Broadway productions:
ORIGINAL BROADWAY PRODUCTION (1965-1971)
Opening: November 22, 1965
Venue: ANTA Washington Square Theatre
Notable Cast: Richard Kiley as Don Quixote, Joan Diener as Aldonza, and Irving Jacobson as Sancho Panza
Performances: 2,328, closing June 26, 1971
Awards: 5 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Actor (Richard Kiley), Best Direction (Albert Marre)
1ST BROADWAY REVIVAL (1972-1977)
Opening: May 24,1972
Venue: Vivian Beaumont Theater, then the Mark Hellinger Theatre, December 1972
Performances: 304, closing August 31, 1977
Notable Cast: Richard Kiley reprising his role as Don Quixote, with Joan Diener as Aldonza
2ND BROADWAY REVIVAL (1977)
Opening: December 22, 1977
Venue: Martin Beck Theatre
Performances: 48, closing February 5, 1978
Notable Cast: Richard Kiley, once again as Don Quixote, and Joan Diener as Aldonza
3RD BROADWAY REVIVAL (1992)
Opening: April 22, 1992
Venue: Marquis Theatre
Notable Cast: Raul Julia as Don Quixote, Sheena Easton as Aldonza
Performances: 108, closing on August 23, 1992
4TH BROADWAY REVIVAL (2002-2003)
Opening: December 5, 2002
Venue: Martin Beck Theatre (renamed Al Hirschfeld Theatre)
Performances: 304
Notable Cast: Bryan Stokes Mitchell as Don Quixote
ACTS, SCENES & MUSICAL NUMBERS
SCENE 1: The Prison of Seville – Late 16th Century
“PRISON SCENE (FLAMENCO)” ...................................................................................... CANTAOR
SCENE 2: The Tale Begins – A Dusty Road in Spain
“MAN OF LA MANCHA” ................................................................................ DON QUIXOTE, SANCHO
SCENE 3: The Giants – A Windmill-Strewn Plain
“FIGHT OF THE WINDMILLS” ........................................................................................
SCENE 4: The Road to the Inn – Evening
“MAN OF LA MANCHA (UNDERSCORE)” .....................................................................
SCENE 5: The Inn – A Seemingly Grand Castle
“IT’S ALL THE SAME” ..................................................................................... ALDONZA, MULETEERS
“DULCINEA” ............................................................................ DON QUIXOTE, ANSELMO, MULETEERS
SCENE 6: The Concerns of Home – Elsewhere in Spain
“I’M ONLY THINKING OF HIM” ........................................................ ANTONIA, HOUSEKEEPER, PADRE
“WE’RE ONLY THINKING OF HIM (TAG)” ................. DR. CARRASCO, PADRE, ANTONIA, HOUSEKEEPER
SCENE 7: The Stable – The Next Morning
“I REALLY LIKE HIM” ........................................................................................................ SANCHO
SCENE 8: Aldonza’s Doubt – A Quiet Moment
“WHAT DOES HE WANT OF ME?” .................................................................................... ALDONZA
SCENE 9: The Muleteers’ Taunt – The Inn Courtyard
“LITTLE BIRD, LITTLE BIRD” ........................................... CERVANTES, ANSELMO, PEDRO, MULETEERS
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Why Optimism Really Matters
Don Quixote’s belief in the goodness and potential of the world, despite its harsh realities, is unwavering. It’s why audiences have loved and rooted for Don Quixote for more than 60 years. It’s why no matter what’s going on in our personal lives, our country, or the world, we find a “happy home” in the theater where Man of La Mancha is playing.
His optimism is endearing, hopeful, naïve, frustrating, confusing, and childlike ALL AT ONCE! He views the world not as it is, but as it should be, seeing beauty and nobility in even the most mundane and squalid circumstances. His mantra, “To dream the impossible dream,” says everything about his relentless pursuit of an ideal world.
Throughout the musical, Quixote’s optimism goes beyond himself; it transforms those around him. Aldonza, the cynical and disillusioned barmaid, initially rejects Quixote’s praise as the noblewoman Dulcinea. But his persistent belief in her inherent goodness eventually leads her to see herself through his eyes, suggesting to us that optimism can generate real change and improvement.
In the face of setbacks and ridicule, Quixote stays steadfast to his mission. We come to see his optimism as a courageous choice - striving for goodness in the face of despair. “The Impossible Dream” becomes our anthem for perseverance and hope.
Miguel de Cervantes, the author within the play who tells the story of Don Quixote, also embodies this theme. Imprisoned and facing the Inquisition, Cervantes uses his story to uplift and inspire his fellow prisoners. His storytelling becomes a testament to the power of optimism and imagination to transcend dire circumstances.
To strengthen the importance of being optimistic, the musical contrasts it with the pragmatism and cynicism of other characters like Dr. Carrasco and the innkeeper. The struggle between idealism and realism suggests that though optimism may not always align with reality, it’s a powerful - even necessary - vision for striving towards a better world.
CAST BIOS
(IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER)
LADD BORIS (Sancho) made his professional debut in the movie FAME while actually being a student at the famed high school. He went on to see his dreams come true singing at the Metropolitan Opera. Later he went on to perform in Broadway shows and around the country for over 30 years. He has performed locally in several productions at TheatreZone (including Sancho) and is very grateful to take this important journey, again, here at The Naples Players. Always “Dare to Dream”!
JAMIELYNN BUCCI (Aldonza) is thrilled to be returning to The Naples Players after last appearing as Esmeralda in The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Other select credits include: Something Rotten!, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, An Ideal Husband, These Shining Lives, The Rocky Horror Show, The 39 Steps, In Flight: The Story of Sabine Van Dam (Gulfshore Playhouse Outreach),and Charles Ives Take Me Home. A New York native and graduate of the University of Florida, she also specializes in wig & makeup design (42nd Street, She Kills Monsters) and has worked across Italy teaching English through theater. Big thanks to this incredible team!
BEVERLY CANELL (Maria) is so grateful to be part of a musical again. Thanks to the artistic team, cast and crew for welcoming me back. Special thanks to my knitting friends and my roadie, Ed, for their unwavering support.
BELINDA CONIGLIARO
(Ensemble) is thrilled to be working with The Naples Players again in their beautiful new theater. Man of La Mancha marks her third appearance with TNP, having previously played the Bird Woman in Mary Poppins and the Patroness in The Making of Scrooge. Belinda trained in New York at NYU with Stella Adler before taking a 32-year hiatus to pursue a career with Continental/United Airlines at RSW Airport in Fort Myers. She looks forward to many more collaborations with The Naples Players, spreading her acting wings in this next chapter of her life.
JIM CORSICA (Innkeeper/Governor) was most recently seen on Naples Players stages as Scrooge in the staged performance of The Making of Scrooge, the Grand Re-Opening Extravaganza, Bellomy/The Fantasticks, Gus/Southern Comforts and Ranger Tom/Escanaba in da Moonlight. Elsewhere, Jim was part of the Gulfshore Playhouse production, Remember: The Story of Abe Price, for three years; was Harry Brock/Born Yesterday and Batman (ret.)/Bruce Kane One-Acts for the Marco Players; Salieri’s Cook/Amadeus for TheatreZone; Bill Sr./Clever Little Lies for The Studio Players; and Sir John Falstaff in Shakespeare In Paradise’s production of The Merry Wives of Windsor. This one is for the lovely Dale, who has supported his theater madness for over twenty years.
CHRISTIAN DeSALVO (Anselmo/Barber) is currently a junior at the Community School of Naples and is honored to play a part in portraying the famously inspirational narrative of Man of La Mancha on the marvelous Kizzie stage. Additionally, he is incredibly thankful for the opportunity to perform in his first mainstage production at TNP and learn from such a wonderful cast of talented adults. Most recently, he was seen performing as The Hermit in TNPA’s 2024 production of Young Frankenstein. His gratitude goes out to his friends and family, along with the TNP staff and crew, for their extraordinary efforts in making this production so magical. Proverbs 19:21.
BAILEE FYOCK (Antonia/Dancer/Dance Captain) graduated from North Central College with a Musical Theatre degree in Naperville, IL. She has been dancing competitively for many years and also started singing at a very young age. While having performed in shows back home in Illinois, Bailee is very excited to start working on this show since moving to Florida this August!
NOAH GARCIA (Paco) A recent graduate with a degree in Theatre from Florida Gulf Coast University, Noah has a deep love and appreciation for performing. This is his first production at The Naples Players and he is excited to be a part of Man of La Mancha with such an amazing and talented group of individuals!
AUSTIN
GARDNER (Don Quixote) is proud to “sally forth” into his second performance with The Naples Players in the beautiful Kizzie Theater. Hailing from the east coast of Florida, he has performed all over the state in a wide array of plays, musicals, and Shakespeare productions. His fortuitous discovery of TNP in 2023 prompted him to audition for The Hunchback of Notre Dame, resulting in his portrayal of the odious Claude Frollo. From then on, his sights were set on returning to Naples and taking part in this beloved story, surrounded by the dedicated cast, crew, and volunteers who bring it to life. Austin hopes that, through this powerful production, an indelible impression remains—that to live well is to live morally, which is the same as being free.
MICHELLE JIMENEZ (Ensemble) is a recent graduate of Florida Gulf Coast University with a BFA in Theatre. She is a kindergarten instructor at TNP and her previous credits include assistant directing La Comedia of Errors as well as The Wizard of Oz at Palmetto Ridge High School. She is very grateful to TNP for the opportunity to be a part of this production and would like to thank the cast and crew for all of their hard work! She would also like to thank her friends and family for all of their love and support and hopes you enjoy the show!
CAST BIOS
(IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER)
JOHN McGONIGLE (Padre) is incredibly pleased to make his Naples Players debut. John’s passion for theater led to NYU and the Lee Strasberg Institute. John’s next passion - and employment - was traveling the world for various travel companies. Between sales trips, John explored his theater passion in Central MA. Musical theater credits include Forever Plaid, Guys and Dolls, High Society, My Fair Lady, South Pacific, and The Fantasticks. Dramatic credits include Scrooge & Marley, The Elephant Man, and The Dining Room. Directing credits include Arsenic & Old Lace, Blithe Spirit, Steel Magnolias, and various versions of A Christmas Carol . John dedicates his performance to family and his personal Dulcinea, wife Karen, for supporting him in the pursuit of this dream.
JOHN McKERROW (Captain/Dr. Carrasco) is happy to be back on a TNP stage in the newly renovated theatre! His stage credits include Robert/Proof, Ed/The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Prospero/The Tempest, Bill/Mamma Mia!, Barrymore/I Hate Hamlet, Petruchio/The Taming of the Shrew, Macbeth/Macbeth, and Benedick/Much Ado About Nothing. His television appearances include Ballers with Dwayne Johnson and Bloodlines with Sissy Spacek. Look for John in the Christmas movie Christmas in Pine Valley and the comedy, Just My Type. He would like to thank his trophy wife, MaryAnne, for 30 plus years of love and support.
PEGGY MONSON (Housekeeper) Peggy’s acting credits at TNP include Chris/Calendar Girls, Dot/The Savannah Sipping Society, Ensemble/The Sound of Music, and Mrs. Schwartz/A Christmas Story. Other favorite roles in years past were Jenny Diver/Three Penny Opera , Lysistrata/Lysistrata , and Mrs. Baker/Butterflies are Free. Peggy is grateful to be in the cast in Man of La Mancha with such talented fellow actors under the excellent direction of Bryce, Dawn, and Charlie. With love to Jim for his support. In such a time as this.
ROSEANN RUGGIERO (Ensemble) With over 40 years of experience in theater in the NY tri-state area, Roseann started working with TNP in 2020 and has not stopped. She was most recently seen in The Making of Scrooge and Readers Theatre and is thrilled to be back on the stage of the Kizzie working with this incredibly talented creative team and group of performers. Roseann also directed the inaugural production in TNP’s Price Theater, Almost, Maine, and hopes to continue directing and performing with TNP.
HANNAH SCHUMACHER (Fermia/Ensemble) is thrilled to be making her debut performance with The Naples Players in Man of La Mancha! In her hometown of Minneapolis, Hannah’s performance credits include: Babette/Beauty and The Beast, Dorothy/The Wizard of Oz , and Ensemble/Sweet Charity with Southwest Performing Arts. Though she holds an English B.A. from the University of Minnesota, theatre has always held a special place in her heart. She is excited to be sharing the stage with this amazing cast!
ERIC SIVERTSEN (Ensemble) is thrilled to be cast in Man of La Mancha . A relative newcomer to TNP, prior performances include roles in South Pacific, Look Homeward Angel , and How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying . He appeared in Della’s Dream, a TNP staged reading, as well as other TNP Readers Theatre and Road Show productions. Many thanks to Judy for her love and support.
PAUL VANDER VENNET
(Pedro/The Duke) is very happy to be back at The Naples Players. Man of LaMancha is especially dear to Paul. It was the first major production he was in at Starlight Theater in Rockford, Illinois in 1983. Some of Paul’s more enjoyable roles include Fagin/Oliver, Scrooge/A Christmas Carol , Mr. Boddy/Clue the Musical , and almost all the male roles in Little Shop of Horrors in 5 different theaters. In 2019 Paul moved to SWFL and has enjoyed performing in TNPs production of Footloose, and Fort Myers Theatre’s productions of The Sound of Music, Beauty and the Beast, Willy Wonka , and White Christmas. You might have seen him recently as Cyrus Teides at the Koreshan Ghost Walk in Estaro.
JACK WELD (Tenorio/Ensemble) is happy to be in another show at The Naples Players and to work with Bryce, Dawn, and Charlie. He was last seen on stage in A Christmas Story. Other shows at TNP include The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Something Rotten!, She Loves Me, Guys and Dolls, The Music Man, My Fair Lady, The Producers, and Les Misérables. Dream the impossible dream!
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BRYCE ALEXANDER (Director) is thrilled to lead the exemplary team at TNP. As a result of Bryce’s dedication to the SWFL community demonstrated through his work at The Naples Players, Bryce was called the “Champion of the Arts” by Gulfshore Life Magazine in 2020, and “Man of the Year” in 2021. He was also named one of Collier County’s Top 100 most influential business leaders by Naples Illustrated in 2022, 2023, and 2024; and listed in Gulfshore Business’ “40 Under 40” in 2022. In the community, Bryce is a member of the Advisory Council for Leadership Collier at the Naples Chamber of Commerce and was the Chair of the Collier County Emergency Medical Authority. His wife, Katie, continues to serve as the foundation of his success.
MOLLIE BERMAN (Costume Co-Designer) After graduating with her MFA from FSU, Mollie joined the creative team for Disney Parks Live Entertainment as well as freelanced as a designer in the Orlando area. Previous TNP design credits include A Christmas Story; Rumors; Laugh, Cry, Pee, Repeat!; The Fantasticks; The Marvelous Wonderettes; The Sound of Music; Mary Poppins; Blithe Spirit; The Wedding Singer; Footloose; Yours, Truly; Bye Bye Birdie; and She Loves Me. She has designed for TheatreWorks Florida, Mad Cow Theatre and Florida State University. Mollie has previously worked at Utah Festival Opera and Musical Theatre, Olney Theatre Center, Williamstown Theatre Festival and Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. She would like to thank her friends, family, and husband Reece for their unending support and encouragement.
JOHN ELDRIDGE (Associate Conductor) is a pianist, conductor, and music director hailing from the Boston, MA area, where he currently teaches at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee as an assistant professor in the department of Musical Theatre. In addition to maintaining a busy schedule as both an educator and a freelance performer/MD, he owns and operates a business called Stage Sounds, which provides keyboard programming to musical productions around the world (www.stage-sounds. com). NYC (Off-Broadway): Ride the Cyclone (Synth Programming Assistant). National Tours (Boston-area keyboard sub): Big Apple Circus 41, Pretty Woman. Regional (Boston): Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill (“Jimmy Powers” the pianist, Merrimack Repertory Theatre); Seussical, Billy Elliot (MD, Firehouse Center for the Arts); Company (Acting Out); Little Women (Associate MD, Wheelock Family Theater); Heathers (Associate MD, Priscilla Beach Theatre); Curious George, Madagascar (MD, North Shore Music Theater); Mamma Mia! (Associate MD, North Shore Music Theater); and 42nd Street (“Oscar” the rehearsal pianist, Reagle Music Theater). John has performed as a pianist, percussionist, and vocalist not only with musical theatre productions but also with orchestras, wind ensembles, jazz bands, and choruses across the United States, Canada, UK, and Japan. He lives in Haverhill, MA with his wife Shannon and their children Benjamin (7) and Lily (4). www.johneldridgemusic.com
CHARLES FORNARA (Music Director, Conductor) the Artistic Director of Music for TNP, has music directed nearly 200 productions at TNP, including A Christmas Story, The Marvelous Wonderettes, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, The Sound of Music, Something Rotten!, Mary Poppins, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, The Wedding Singer, Mamma Mia!, Chicago, Sister Act, The Rocky Horror Show, Catch Me If You Can, The Spitfire Grill, Les Misérables, All Shook Up, 42nd Street and many others, as well as over 20 teen productions for TNP Academy. Also in Naples for TheatreZone, he has music directed nearly 40 shows including Rock of Ages, A Little Night Music, Bridges of Madison County, Aida, The Secret Garden, Legs Diamond, Sweet Smell of Success, Grand Hotel, Little Women, and Hair. Originally from Providence, RI, Chas conducted Jim Steinman and Roman Polanski’s Dance of the Vampires in Stuttgart, and has taught and coached singers all over the US and Germany, now offering private lessons here in Naples. A proud member of Actors’ Equity, he has appeared in almost 100 musicals, operas and concerts, including several appearances here in Naples with TheatreZone, most recently as the title role in Sweeney Todd . Much love to his beautiful wife, Dawn, and a big thank you to this wonderful orchestra!
DAWN LEBRECHT FORNARA (Choreographer/Co-Director), the Artistic Director of Dance for TNP, is a native of New York and has served as director and choreographer for TNP’s A Christmas Story, The Marvelous Wonderettes, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, The Sound of Music, Something Rotten, Mary Poppins, The Wedding Singer, Mamma Mia!, Chicago, Sister Act, The Rocky Horror Show, Catch Me If You Can, Legally Blonde, The Spitfire Grill and 42nd Street, among others, and with TNP Academy for many productions, including Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Hairspray, Disney’s Camp Rock, Les Misérables and CATS . She has choreographed many shows for TNP, including A Christmas Carol, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, All Shook Up, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Thoroughly Modern Millie and Cabaret, and, as a performer, she has been seen in the National Tours of 42nd Street, Seussical the Musical, Anything Goes and Grease. A proud member of Actors’ Equity, she has been seen here in Naples in TheatreZone’s Sweeney Todd (Beggar Woman), Jekyll & Hyde (Lucy), Stepping Out with Donna McKechnie, Legs Diamond (Kiki) and Hair, among others. Other recent roles include Sheila (A Chorus Line), Sally Bowles, Velma Kelly, Bombalurina (CATS ) and Ulla (The Producers). Love to husband Chas and her family.
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ANNIE HENNEN (Stage Manager) is a recent graduate from Colorado State University and is currently working as the full-season Stage Management intern. While here, Annie has worked on Young Frankenstein, A Christmas Story: the Musical , and The Play That Goes Wrong. She is so grateful for everything The Naples Players has taught her.
MARIA HERNANDEZ (Assistant Stage Manager) is glad to be a part of this amazing production. Thanks to everyone who helped me!
AMY HUGHES (Properties Director) is excited to be propping such an amazing production. Amy is mostly known for her credits on stage in shows such as Marian/The Music Man and Mona/Chicago. She is so excited to step into the role of a lifetime as the properties director for The Naples Players and looks forward to an amazingly creative future.
STARLET JACOBS (Scenic Designer) designs sets for theater, feature films, TV series, live events, and commercials. She’s worked with: Theatre Zone, The Naples Players, The Ivoryton Playhouse, New York Theatre Workshop, Soho Repertory Theater, Manhattan Theater Club (MTC), The Signature Theater, HERE Arts Center, SOHO Repertory Theater, New York Musical Festival, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, The Flea Theater, McCarter Theater, South Coast Repertory Theatre, The Nederlander, Dallas Theater Center, The Old Globe Theatre, Seattle Repertory Theatre, The Intiman, and Seattle Opera. She currently lives in New York City with her husband Jamie and son Marlin.
CHRIS RILEY (Lighting Designer) is the Director of Lighting and is excited to be finishing out his first season with The Naples Players. He was the lighting intern for TNP during the 2018-2019 season, where he designed shows including Annie JR, Guys and Dolls, and Lost in Yonkers. Since returning to The Naples Players, he’s worked on productions including The Marvelous Wonderettes, The Fantasticks, and Harvey. He’s so happy to once again be on the team, and can’t wait to work on many more shows.
DAYNE SABATOS (Costume Co-Designer) is a Kansas native and multidisciplinary artist. After several years of freelancing across the country, he is excited to be joining the crew as a permanent fixture here at The Naples Players. Often working behind the scenes to help create the beautiful costumes you see onstage, Dayne has a passion for teaching his craft and working with the amazing volunteers at TNP. Some of his past design credits at The Naples Players include The Cake, The Game’s Afoot, and By The Way, Meet Vera Stark. He loves weird art and good cheese.
OWEN TRUE (Assistant Sound Designer) is excited to be assistant sound designer for Man of La Mancha . He graduated from the Western Michigan University (WMU) with a degree in Theatre: Design and Technical Production with a focus in Sound in 2021. Since then he’s mixed and sound designed shows in the Midwest and southwest Florida area. In mid-2024, Owen became the Sound Supervisor of Gulfshore Playhouse. Owen would like to thank his cat for dealing with the long hours.
BRADLEY VAN HOUTEN
(Sound Designer) holds a bachelor’s degree in Theatre: Design & Technical Production and Theatre: Stage Management from Western Michigan University. Originally hailing from Michigan, he has been an integral part of the The Naples Players’ team since 2013. Throughout his tenure, Brad has contributed his expertise to numerous productions, witnessing the remarkable growth of the organization over the years. His enthusiasm lies in fostering even more opportunities for involvement as TNP continues to evolve in its new facility.
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Thank You TO OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS
This past season 590 volunteers donated 50,716 hours to making Season 70 a success!
Season 70 echoed of days past when The Naples Players staged performances in schools, churches, and living rooms simply to keep the arts alive when they were between facilities or without a home base of their own.
Despite being in several locations across Naples, one thing remained united - our dedicated volunteer base .
Thank you to these amazing volunteers who continued to give of their time and talents this past season. We could not have done it without you.
500+ HOURS
JamieLynn Bucci
Jody Cameron
Jillian Keith
Hannah Klein
Sydney Miller
Gia Provinzino
Patricia Puia
Matthew Schwabauer
David Shaffer
Vanessa Tarabocchia
Michael Troop
Aseem Upadhyay
Lorelai Vega
Jack Weld
VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION
2023-2024 SEASON
250 - 499 HOURS
Gwen Bettini
Brian Boland
Jules Branche
Rex Burns
Joseph Byrne
Braxton Cabrera
Jack Cole
Christian Conn
Kelsey Coss
Jordan Crawford
Scott Davis
100-249 HOURS
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Jo Ellen Atkinson
Pamela Austin
Emilie Baartman
Jane Ballurio
Lisa Bill
Alyssa Bradshaw
Beverly Canell
Hildegard Carney
Patti Caroli
Nathaniel Caruso
Tina Cedras
McKenna Cloud
Brayden Cloud
Sophia Condit
James Corsica
Aldo D’Acunzo
Alanna Dachille
Maria Delvillar
Christian Dinsmore
Victoria Duck
Jake Fattibene
Frankie Federico
Joseph Femia
Marcus Fuller
Sarah Gamblin
Austin Gardner
Jordan Gersbach
Carolina Grau
Riley Hart
Ed Ezrine
Elizabeth Feins
Elizabeth Fincher
Stephanie Fowle
Mitch Frank
Shelley Gothard
Debra Gulinello
Lisa Gunn
Tammy Harris
Jennifer Hart
Marilyn Hilbert
Denise Hoeflich
Madeleine Howe
Ruth Johnson
Kip Jones
John Kamp
Giszelle Kirton
Val Kuffel
Joan Laughlin
Nancy Hayer
Jeannine Hedberg
Amy Hughes
Damian Ivanov
Ashley Kosten
Olivia LaChance
Jennifer Mance
Elizabeth Marcantonio
Eduardo Marin
Lila Mastro
Alex Minarik
Steve Lee
Sandy LoPresti
Russel Loyet
Madison Mance
Ray Marasco
John McKerrow
Yuliana Mercado
Dan Miller
Sydney Mixon
Linda Mizeur
Tina Moroni
Abigail Nelson
Adriann Philby
Ella Provinzino
Sue Rapanos
Victoria Rinaldi
Sabine Rivera
Erica Sample-Fasano
Andrew Sarkozy
Adler Monpremier
Kelly Rossberg
Roseann Ruggiero
Judy Scribner
Jean Snyder
Fredley Sylvain
Kenny Tran
Ciarán Welch
Cynthia Sepich
Jane Shub
Jeff Smith
Esther Snyder
Anthony Soto
Lynnelle St. Albord
Andrea Tanner
Mary Taylor
Anna Tipton
Joseph Townsend
Lauren Turner
Mark Vanagas
Lynne Vela
Lindsey Walsh
Mary Jane Wann
Rachel Weiner
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VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION
2023-2024 SEASON
25-99 HOURS
Evan Abram
Lloyd Adams
Kimberly Albrecht
Dorothy Allard
Robin Bache Gray
Dianne Bacon
Melody Bales
Chloe Bayer
Maureen Beirne
Leo Benander-McKay
Maddy Benner
Emir Bilen
Gregg Birr
Judi Bloom
Jack Bosley
Solei Bourgeois
Maddie Brendel
Brad Brenner
Kathryn Buchwald
Maria Burri
Ernst Burri
Judith Buruk
Cole Butcher
Giselle Cairney
Samantha Calero
Emily Cameron
Robert Cappetta
Justine Carlson
Victor Caroli
Kristin Cassidy
Margot Cassinelli
Melanie Chiani
Zoe Ciabaton
Tucker Claremont
Alison Claremont
Juliet Clayton
Casey Cobb
Ian Cocklin
Katharine Condit
William Condit
Grace Condit
Katie Cross
Lillian Cuoco
Thomas Currie
Richie Davies
Barbara Davin
Douglas Degelsmith
L.A. DeRiggi
Kathleen Devitt
Hannah Diamond
Joan DiLillo
Samantha Dooney
Olivia Dooney
Richard Dougherty
James Duggan
Ken Eastlack
Emma Eastman
Nathan Eichhorn
Devan Elliott
Rosemary Erb
Frankie Fasano
John Feliciano
Jacob Feltman
Patti Ferguson
Linda Fikes
Suri Finch
Lily Fletcher
Daniella Flom
Conner Foley
Cooper Foley
Valeska Frailing
Alexander Garciarena
Maria Gil
Dennis Glass
Alexandria Goenner
Chloe Gorgas
Betsy Greenblatt
Cynthia Haas
Ella Hamblen
Jon Hart
Shakeem Harvey
Ed Heckert
Arlene Heiselman
Cynthia Hile
Jesse Hughes
Luke Jaconis
Megan Jimenez
Charlene Josselyn
Scott Kadera
Robert Kasler
Rachel Kastner
Sandra Keeler
Paula Keenan
Kevin Kenneally
Maya Kleinsorge
Ralph Krumins
Frances Lang
Barbara Laub
Zanna Lawson
Melanie Leach
Melany Leon
Nicole Letendre
Cassie Letendre
Kathie Lewis
Terry Libby
James Little
Sofia Lugo
Mike Malat
Cindy Malley
Maria Marko
Mary Kate Masterson
Christine Mastrangelo
Diane Mastroianni
Lisa Mathe
Kay Mayr
Harry McCartney
Mary Anne McKerrow
Nicholas Mehler
Elizabeth Mehler
Scarlett Meinert
Diane Melino
Linda Miller
Tracie Miller
Jim Mizeur
Peggy Monson
Moira Moser
Dougherty
Lucy Mullin
Jacob Myny
Lena Neal
Keegan Novinski
Susan O’Brien
Luc Olazabal
Gavin Ott
Adriana Parodi
James Pease
Shelley Perry
David Peterson
Matias Piscoya
Fernandez
Maureen Place
Emma Podolak
Pat Pollok
Ollie Posey
Marie Prasek
Grey Purtle
Ricardo Rago
Jerry Rannow
Lynda Reymann
Nancy Ribordy
Brittany Rincon
Claudia Rioles
Ellen Rodwick
Kathleen Rogers
Terry Rohler
Emerson Roschek
Annie Rosemond
Tracy Rosen
Maria Rozo
Shawn Ryan
Christine Sadry
Gia Sanchez
Juliet Sanchez
Michael Santos
Sophie Sawyer
Sadie Scardino
Meg Schelling
Max Schnorbach
William Shade
Sophia Siciliano
Olivia Silverio
Christiane Simmons
Judy Smith
Denise Smith
Carolyna Sotuyo
Cynthia Spanier
Rocco Swem
Sharon Swinton
Aiden Thayer
Bruce Thompson
Virginia Thompson
Candi Tipton
Norman Toback
Colton Townsend
Sharon True
Malena Tucker
Robert Uek
Caylee Valencia
Bianca Varetto
Carole Vasiloff
Alessa Vazquez
Julian Vitelli
Ivana Vivar
Jasmine Vizena
Renee Vrehas
Gabriele Weger
Kenneth Wetcher
David Whalley
Ryan Wheeler
Bealey Cate White
Ava Williams
Nicholas Young
Lynne Young
Yelena Yurinets
Kathryn Zagel
Sylvia Abboud
Terry Abraham-Whalley
Ethan Abram
Kathy Abrams
Romina Alezard
Leonard Allen
Kelly Altemier
Linda Altemus
Patrick Ashton
Karly Atkinson
Katherine Baer
John Ballurio
Joel Banow
Tom Baranowski
Sharon Baranowski
Rick Barnard
Kathleen Barney
Maureen Bartholomew
Christopher Baucom
Veronica Benages
Carin Benford
Jennifer Benner
Mollie Berman
Robert Berman
Suzan Berman
Marcia Bermel
Brian Bermel
Daniela Bermudez
Theresa Bill
Janina Birtolo
Maximus Bogert
Samantha Bogert
Reily Boland
Joanie Borbely
Rebecca Borchardt
Tammy Bourgeois
Nancy Bourke
Maikel Bover
Andrea Bramante
Remy Branstetter
Marlene Bridge
David Burns
Alex Butler
Jessica Cameron
Layla Capone
Bella Carrillo
Janice Caruso
Pamela Caruso
Jude Caruso
Steven Caruso
Michelle Cassinelli
Jennifer Castricone
Lisa Chiesa
Joan Cicconetti
Luke Claremont
Carol Clarke
Casey Cobb
Sylvia Conger
Sydney Conn
Maggie Cosgrove
Terry Cosgrove
Veronica Cossetta
Margo Crupi
Lucy Davisson
Ted DeGroot
Debbie Delgado
Cathy DeMartis
Peter DeMartis
Travis Depanicis
Deja Rice Diapella
Kathleen Donelli
Lora Donia
Dolph Dunn
Suzanne Eastman
Kara Eisenga
Vivienne Engelmann
Margot Escott
Lisa Evancho
Julie Ewing
Karen Ezrine
Christine Farrell
Carole Fenstermacher
Noemi Fernandez
Aubrey Finch
Melissa Flom
Ava Foley
Karen Foltz
Ian Forbes
Linnea Fraser
Linda Friis
Devin Gales
Ashley Garcia
Karen Garrett
James Gayeuski
Cheryl Ghauri
Alan Giertych
Heather Goenner
David Golya
Bruce Graev
John Graf
Sally Greene
Becka Gurevich
Candace Haddad
Donna Haggett
Larry Harrison
Chanda Hawthorne
Patricia Heckert
James Heffernan
Emily Hendrick
Corey Hernandez
Cliff Hogen
Leona Hogen Curzi
Jackie Indriago
Vera James
John Jensen
Alexis Johnson
Maria Joyce
Thomas Juday
Fabiola Justiniano
Stacy Kastner
Kristina Kavalov
Debron Keller-Mc-
cartney
Sue Kemp
Barbara King
Melissa King
Kathleen Kolacz
Sally Kosten
Elinor Koury-Waskevich
Nancy Kumskis
Regina Kunkle
Pat Lake
Mary Lalley
John Lane
Jill Lane
Jacque Laughlin
Dessie Leff
Helane LePort
Patricia Leyhe
Landon Libbey
Erika Lingertat
Joseph Loiacono
Alice LoPresti
Paul LoPresti
Jace Loznak
Sarah Ma
Brett Mance
Ethan Marlow
Sheryl Martin
MaryAnne Mascolo
Taryn Masterson
Diana Mayette
William Mayr
Patricia McAlevey
Debron McCartney
Bob McCormick
Michele McGinnis
Jill McKay
Catherine McKeone
Mary Ellen McNamara
Sandy Meadows
Robert Medeiros
Grace Medeiros
Heidi Merendino
Gary Miller
Debera Millstein
John Miranda
Tom Mitchell
Christina Mona
Jackie Morelisse
Rosemary Nardone
Sue Nathanson
Craig Nayhouse
Kevin Nestor
Paula Nizzardo
Roberta Norin
Carol Norkus
Norbert Norkus
Meg Northrop
Helena Novak
Andrew O’Connor
Joellen Oberle
John Otis
Nora Ousley
Karen Partridge
Monique Pascual
Floriana Pellegrini
Chante Pemberton
Juan Penaloza
Maria Pentakis
Adriann Philby
Summer Pliskow
Susan Polastri
Ron Porter
Jaedyn Procacci
Isabella Ragsdale
Deloris Rannow
Robert Rath
Tom Rex
Marie Rhatigan
Cathie Ricciardo
Brenda Rice
Stephen W Rioles
David Rojas
Avery Roschek
Susan Roseliep
Donna Rotella
Charles Rotella
Don Salamack
Anthony Sanchez
Jennifer Sancton
George Santos
Susan Kay Sawyer
Rich Scarlato
Lynn Scarlato
Mary Schroeck
Alicia Schwartz
Sheila Seats
Carole Sharp
Iris Shur
Jessica Shwedel
Donna Sidoti
Judith Smith
Mahlon Stacy
Michael Stanek
Marlene Strollo
Kathy Taylor
Marcelo Tebet
Jay Terzis
Charisse Thomas
Deb Thompson
Richard Tienhaara
Jennifer Tikka
Delilah Tucker
Anabella Urban
Michele Vaira
Deborah Van Maele
Lynne Vannelli
Carolyn Velechko
Jason Wagaman
Debra Ward
Kelley Watson
Joanne Weber
Jackie Weiner
Linda Wertheim
Thomas White
Tom Wilde
Barbara Williams
Peggy Williams
Joan Wilson
Nancy Woodward
Carly Zeuner
Pablo Zuniga
STAFF & LEADERSHIP
2024-2025 SEASON
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ALAN JAFFE
President
DENNY GLASS
Vice President
OTTO IMMEL
Secretary
BOB UEK Treasurer
PEGGY MONSON Immediate Past President
TED BILL
GEORGE D’ANGELO
JOAN DiLILLO
BRUCE GRAEV
TNP STAFF (ALPHABETICAL ORDER)
BRYCE ALEXANDER
Executive Artistic Director/CEO
MOLLIE BERMAN Director of Costumes
JULES BRANCHE Volunteer Manager
COLE BUTCHER
Production Stage Manager/ Internship Director
PAMELA LARKIN CARUSO Director of Volunteer Advancement
JOHN COOPER Front of House Associate
KENZIE CURRIE Chief of Staff
DOREN DANIS Chief Financial Officer
JAMES DUGGAN Director of Patron Services
PHILLIP FAZIO Artistic Director
CINDY FINEGAN Front of House Associate
CHARLES FORNARA Artistic Director - Music
DAWN LEBRECHT FORNARA Artistic Director - Dance
ROBIN BACHE GRAY
TERRY LIBBY
PAT POLLOK
KELLEY GERAGHTY PRICE
NANCY RIBORDY
GINNY VERAS
KAT ZAGEL
AMY HUGHES Props Director
LUKE JACONIS Box Office Manager
LANDON LIBBEY Front of House Associate
CHRISTINE MASTRANGELO Food & Beverage Manager
TAYLOR MATTHEWS Company Stage Manager
MARY ANNE McKERROW Resident Costume Designer
JULIE MEDRANO Assistant Director of Education
DAN MILLER Assistant House Manager
SUMMER PLISKOW Director of Arts Access
CRAIG PRICE Director of Community Enrichment
JEN PRICE Director of Education
DAN RAMIREZ Front of House Associate
THOMAS RICHARDSON Marketing Coordinator
CHRIS RILEY Director of Lighting
BETH PETRUNOFF City Liaison
ELIZABETH W. ROUNTREE, CFRE Director of Advancement
DAYNE SABATOS Lead Draper/Costume Shop Foreman
MIKE SANTOS Resident Scenic Designer & Artist
GAETJENS (SCOTT) SIMEON Accounting Assistant
ESTHER SNYDER Executive Assistant to the CEO
BRADLEY VAN HOUTEN Director of Sound
JASON WAGAMAN Technical Director 2024-25 INTERNS
MARIAH CRUTCHFIELD Lighting Intern
CALLIE HARTEL Costumes Intern
ANNIE HENNEN Stage Management Intern
ISLA HOFFMANN Scenic Intern
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The Naples Players’ musical, Man of La Mancha brings reimagining life’s twists and turns to the stage. And similar to the play within the play, estate planning can be just as challenging. The Estate, Trust & Wealth Preservation Team at Quarles understands life’s possibilities as well as the need to be prepared for possible changes and obstacles that can disrupt the preservation of your wealth and legacy. Our dozen highly skilled professionals provide a superior level of expertise and service to our clients in the Naples community. We are unsurpassed in navigating the complexities and intricacies of your estate, trust and business succession planning.
We’ve got your back, to help you envision the future — whether it’s to seize opportunities, mitigate risks, or work through difficult situations. Let us assist you by implementing tailored strategies that expand and evolve as your family does — through births, graduations, weddings, retirement — and everything in between.
To learn more about what the law firm of Quarles & Brady can do for you, contact Kimberley A. Dillon, Partner, at (239) 434-4965 or kimberley.dillon@quarles.com.
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TNP acknowledges that we are on the traditional territory of the Calusa and Seminole peoples; and we acknowledge with respect the diverse histories and cultures of all the native people in this region.
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