Children's Program | Finding Neverland

CHILDREN'S PROGRAM

provided by The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory Education Department

Celebrating

10

Years

NETworks Presentations LLC presents

BOOK BY

MUSIC AND LYRICS BY

James Graham

Gary Barlow & Eliot Kennedy

Based on the Miramax Motion Picture written by David Magee and the play The Man Who Was Peter Pan by Allan Knee STARRING

Jeff Sullivan

WITH

Ruby Gibbs

Conor McGiffin Emmanuelle Zeesman Brody Bett Seth Erdley Caleb Reese Paul Paul Schoeller Josiah Smothers Ethan Stokes AND

Marie Choate Josh Dunn Ashley Edler Joshua William Green Benjamin Henley Elizabeth Lester Allison Lian Michael Luongo Austin MacPhee André Malcolm Spenser Micetich Melody Rose Kelsey Seaman Adrien Swenson Paul Thiemann SCENIC DESIGNER

Scott Pask

COSTUME DESIGNER

LIGHTING DESIGNER

Suttirat Anne Larlarb Kenneth Posner

HAIR & MAKE UP DESIGNER

Bernie Ardia

ORIGINAL MUSIC SUPERVISION AND DANCE AND INCIDENTAL MUSICAL ARRANGER

ILLUSIONS

SOUND DESIGNER

Shannon Slaton

AIR SCULPTOR

Paul Kieve VOCAL DESIGNER

AnnMarie Milazzo

PROJECTION DESIGNER

Jon Driscoll

FLYING EFFECTS

Daniel Wurtzel

Hudson Scenic Studio

MUSIC DIRECTOR

MUSIC COORDINATOR

Patrick Hoagland

John Mezzio

David Chase

ANIMAL DIRECTOR

CASTING

TOUR BOOKING

William Berloni

Stewart/Whitley

The Booking Group Meredith Blair

GENERAL MANAGER GENTRY & ASSOCIATES

COMPANY MANAGER

PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER

Heather Moss

David D’Agostino

Jamey Jennings

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Trinity Wheeler

TOUR PRESS & MARKETING

Anita Dloniak & Associates, Inc.

PRODUCTION MANAGER NETWORKS PRESENTATIONS LLC

Evan Rooney

ASSOCIATE CHOREOGRAPHER

Camden Loeser

ORCHESTRATIONS

Simon Hale

MUSIC SUPERVISION

Fred Lassen CHOREOGRAPHY

Mia Michaels DIRECTION RECREATED BY

Mia Walker

ORIGINAL DIRECTION

Diane Paulus Finding Neverland was developed and premiered at The American Repertory Theater at Harvard University, Diane Paulus, Artistic Director, Diane Borger, Producer.

Based on the film produced by Richard Gladstein, Associate Producers Nellie Bellflower and Tracey Becker/Previous Production Executive Producer Robert Ahrens.

FindingNeverlandTheMusical.com

All Finding Neverland photos in this program by Jeremy Daniel.

Theatre Etiquette

• Be sure to use the restroom before the show! You don’t want to miss any of the action.

• Turn your cell phones off.

• Keep your feet off the back of the seats.

• Photography is never allowed!

• It is standard etiquette to applaud at the end of the show. Not only are you applauding for the performers, but also the hard work that everyone has put in behind the scenes!

• Above all, the theatre is truly a special place. Unlike movies or TV, what you see onstage is happening right before your eyes. The performers are giving their all, so it’s important that you give them your full attention.

Thank you and enjoy the show!

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CAST

(in order of appearance)

PETER PAN.................................................................................................................Melody Rose WENDY (Acting Troupe) ........................................................................................... Marie Choate CAPTAIN HOOK (Acting Troupe) ....................................................................... Austin MacPhee J.M. BARRIE................................................................................................................Jeff Sullivan MARY BARRIE .......................................................................................................... Ashley Edler LORD CANNAN .................................................................................................. Michael Luongo ALBERT ...................................................................................................................Paul Thiemann CHARLES FROHMAN ......................................................................................... Conor McGiffin ELLIOT............................................................................................................................ Josh Dunn SYLVIA LLEWELYN DAVIES ....................................................................................Ruby Gibbs MR. HENSHAW........................................................................................... Joshua William Green MR. CROMER ..................................................................................................... Spenser Micetich MISS JONES ............................................................................................................Kelsey Seaman MISS BASSETT .................................................................................................... Adrien Swenson MRS. DU MAURIER ................................................................................... Emmanuelle Zeesman CAPTAIN JAMES HOOK ..................................................................................... Conor McGiffin PORTHOS.............................................................................................................................Sammy THE LLEWELYN DAVIES CHILDREN GEORGE: Seth Erdley, Caleb Reese Paul, Paul Schoeller, Ethan Stokes; PETER: Seth Erdley, Caleb Reese Paul, Paul Schoeller, Ethan Stokes; JACK: Brody Bett, Seth Erdley, Caleb Reese Paul, Paul Schoeller, Josiah Smothers, Ethan Stokes; MICHAEL: Brody Bett, Josiah Smothers ENSEMBLE Marie Choate, Josh Dunn, Ashley Edler, Joshua William Green, Elizabeth Lester, Michael Luongo, Austin MacPhee, André Malcolm, Spenser Micetich, Melody Rose, Kelsey Seaman, Adrien Swenson, Paul Thiemann SWINGS Benjamin Henley, Allison Lian UNDERSTUDIES Understudies never substitute for listed performers unless a specific announcement is made at the time of the performance. For J.M. Barrie: Michael Luongo, Austin MacPhee; for Charles Frohman/Captain James Hook: Joshua William Green, Spenser Micetich; for Sylvia Llewelyn Davies: Ashley Edler, Kelsey Seaman; for Mrs. du Maurier: Kelsey Seaman, Adrien Swenson; for Mary Barrie: Elizabeth Lester, Kelsey Seaman; for Porthos: Bailey.

Dance Captain ...........................................................................................................Paul Thiemann Assistant Dance Captain ............................................................................................... Allison Lian Animal Handler............................................................................................................... Mel Rocco

The use of any recording device, either audio or video, and the taking of photographs, either with or without flash, is strictly prohibited. Please turn off all electronic devices such as cellular pones, beepers and watches.

Characters J. M. Barrie: The creator of the story "Peter Pan." He is a Scottish playwright who sees the world through the eyes of a child.

Sylvia Llewelyn Davies: A widow with four children whose family inspires Barrie to write "Peter Pan." Mary Barrie: J.M. Barrie’s unhappy wife.

Mrs. du Maurier: Sylvia's strict mother who dislikes Barrie.

Charles Frohman: Barrie's friend and the director/producer of the acting company that Barrie writes plays for.

Captain Hook: The classic villain from "Peter Pan" who comes to Barrie in a vision to convince him to add a villain to his show.

Peter Llewelyn Davies: The third oldest of the Davies boys. He is heartbroken after losing his father. Peter is thoughtful and smart and although he is initially angry, he goes from 'not believing' to opening up and embracing the world of magic and play that Barrie presents to him.

Michael Llewelyn Davies: The youngest of the Davies boys. He is the loudest and most confident in his actions and his statements.

Jack Llewelyn Davies: The second oldest of the Davies boys. He is the naughtiest but even his mischief comes from a good heart.

George Llewelyn Davies: The oldest of the Davies boys. George is most sensible and mature though still able to play and have fun.

Lord Canaan: A wealthy and snobbish man who Frohman tries to get as another producer for the play. He ends up with Mary.

Mr. Cromer: A grumpy yet lovable member of the acting troupe. Plays Michael in "Peter Pan".

Mr. Henshaw: A self-absorbed yet friendly member of the acting troupe. Plays Nana in "Peter Pan".

Peter Pan: The main character of the play, takes Sylvia to Neverland towards the end of the show.

Porthos: Barrie's dog.

MUSICAL NUMBERS ACT I “Neverland” ........................................................................................................................... Instrumental “Welcome to London” .................................................................................................. London Parkgoers “My Imagination” .................................................................................................................... J.M. Barrie “Believe” .................................................... J.M. Barrie, Sylvia, Peter, George, Jack, Michael, Company “The Dinner Party” .............J.M. Barrie, Sylvia, Peter, George, Jack, Michael, Servants, Dinner Guests “We Own the Night” ....................................J.M. Barrie, Sylvia, Peter, George, Jack, Michael, Servants “All That Matters” ........................................................................................................................... Sylvia “We Own the Night” (Reprise) .................................................................... Peter, George, Jack, Michael “Sylvia’s Lullaby’’ .......................................................................................................................... Sylvia “Neverland’’ ................................................................................................................. J.M. Barrie, Sylvia “Circus of Your Mind” (Part 1) ......................................................................................Charles Frohman “Circus of Your Mind” (Part 2) ..............................................................................................Mary Barrie “Circus of Your Mind” (Part 3) ....................................................................................... Mrs. du Maurier “Circus of Your Mind” (Part 4) ..................Charles Frohman, Mrs. du Maurier, Mary Barrie, Company “Stronger” (Part 1) ................................................................................................................... J.M. Barrie “Hook” ..................................................................................... Captain James Hook, J.M. Barrie, Pirates “Stronger” (Part 2) ................................................................... Captain James Hook, J.M. Barrie, Pirates ACT II “The World ls Upside Down” .........................J.M. Barrie, Peter, George, Jack, Michael, Acting Troupe “What You Mean to Me” ............................................................................................. J.M. Barrie, Sylvia “Play” ............................................................................Charles Frohman, Sylvia, J.M. Barrie, Company “We’re All Made of Stars”........................................................................... Peter, George, Jack, Michael “When Your Feet Don’t Touch the Ground” ................................................................ J.M. Barrie, Peter “Something About This Night’’ (Part 1) ................................................. Charles Frohman, Elliot, Actors “Something About This Night’’ (Part 2) ...................Charles Frohman, Elliot, J.M. Barrie, Peter, Actors “Neverland” (Reprise) ....................J.M. Barrie, Peter, George, Jack, Michael, Sylvia, Mrs. du Maurier, Charles Frohman and Actors “Finale” ......................................Mrs. du Maurier, J.M. Barrie, Peter, George, Jack, Michael, Company ORCHESTRA Conductor/Keyboard: Patrick Hoagland; Associate Conductor/Keyboard: Daniel Gittler; Drums: Andrew Gillum; Violin: Daniel Marquez; Reeds: Ryan Claus; Bass: Michael Kraig Beeck; Guitar: Zachary Larson; Synthesizer/Acoustic Guitar/Mandolin: Brian Victor Music Coordinator: John Mezzio

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The Story Behind the Show The Man Behind Peter Pan The show you are about to see, Finding Neverland, tells the story behind the creation of the famous character named Peter Pan. The creator of the story "Peter Pan," playwright Sir James M. Barrie, never had his own children. However, he spent a great deal of time playing with the children of his good friends Sylvia and Arthur Llewelyn Davies. It was while writing and acting out skits for the Davies children that Barrie developed the characters and plot he would use in writing the play, “Peter Pan.” Flying to the Stage After Barrie first mentioned Peter Pan in a book in 1902, he perfected the character two years later in the full-length play, “Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up.” Despite the quality and originality of the piece, Barrie had a hard time getting it produced. Plays in 1904 usually did not have special effects like flying or major scene changes.

Finally, English producer Charles Frohman agreed to produce the play. He cast one of England’s most popular actresses, Nina Boucicault, as Peter, with her brother Dion directing the first production. A perfectionist, he often had cast and crew rehearse up to 18 hours at a time. Even with its major technical requirements and unique plot and characters, the production was a great success throughout England and then in the United States in 1905.

The Many Forms of Peter Pan Peter Pan has lived on in many forms. In 1911, Barrie turned his popular play into a novel. Peter Pan’s story has since been retold in numerous films, including the famous 1953 Walt Disney classic, then “Peter Pan” in 1924, Steven Spielberg’s “Hook” in 1992, “Peter Pan” in 2003 and “Pan” in 2015.

The play was also performed live on national TV in 2014.

Intermission Plot Quiz Test your observation skills with these questions.

1) Where did J.M. Barrie first meet Sylvia and her boys?

A. At one of his plays

B. At his wife's cottage

C. In the park

D. At his house 2) Where did J.M. Barrie get his inspiration for Peter Pan?

A. His childhood

B. His adventures with the boys

C. His marriage

D. His neighborhood 3) What is the name of J.M. Barrie’s dog in the play?

A. Benji

B. Sammy

C. Porthos

D. Doggy 4) Who gave J.M. Barrie the inspiration for the character Captain Hook?

A. Sylvia’s mother

B. His wife

C. Sylvia

D. Charles Frohman 5) Which of Sylvia's sons can J.M. Barrie relate with most?

A. Peter

B. Jack

C. Michael

D. George

Answers: 1) C 2) B 3) C 4) D 5) A

Activities Captain Hook’s Search-A-Word Find all of the hidden words or be forced to walk the plank!

Your Turn! Become a Playwright J.M. Barrie was an author and playwright, meaning he wrote stories and plays that were performed on stage. If you were to create a play of your own, what would it be about? Use your imagination and try your hand at playwriting below!

Name of the play: ____________________________________________ Setting: (Where is the play taking place?)__________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Characters: Who are they? Describe them. ________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Theme: What is the theme of the play, or what is it about? ___________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Conflict: What is the conflict in the play? Are the characters trying to get somewhere, find something or achieve something? ________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________

After the show. . .

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