The Mustang Players
Production of Disney’s
NEWSIES THE MUSICAL
Music By Lyrics By Book By
Alan Menken Jack Feldman Harvey FiersteinBased on the Disney Film written
by Bob Tzudiker and Noni WhiteOriginally produced on Broadway by Disney Theatrical Productions
Orchestrations by Danny Troob
Incidental Music and Vocal Arrangements by Michael Kosarin Dance Arrangements by Mark Hummel
is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplies by MTI. www.MTIShows.com
NEWSIES
CAUTION!
☆ Intense lighting will be used during today’s show. It may not be safe for those with epilepsy and other conditions with sensitivity to light.
☆ There may be electronic signals heard during the show due to a medical device used by a student during the performance.
Who’s Who In The Cast
Jack Kelly………………………………………………………..Daniel Marks^*
Crutchie……………………………………………………………Michael Wells
Davey………………………………………………..……..…Matthew LaPierre
Les……………………………………………………….…………… Ava Hansen*
Katherine………………………………………….………………Ayla Zambardi
Pulitzer……………………………………………….…….…..Joshua Beaudoin
Medda…………………………………………………………..………...Gia Scott
Race……………………………………………………………..…Gavin Bailey^*
Romeo………………………………………….…….…………..Miles Dawson*
Albert…………………………………………………..………...Kye Moraghan*
Specs……………………………………………………………Lennon Klammer
Henry………………………………………………………….Clark Demarest+*
Finch……………………………………………….………..….Kelly Fitzgerald*
Elmer…………………………………………..……..……Madison Greenfield
Mush……………………………………………….…………...Emily Wojciak^*
Buttons…………………………………………………………..…Amie Hueston
Splasher…………………………………………..………..…Madalyn Kiesche
Tommy Boy……………………………………..…………….Randy Alderson
Jo Jo…………………………………………………..…………..Kenzie Pruticka
Mike………………………………………..……………………..Joseph Wronko
Ike……………………………………………………..………….…..Beau Knisley
Spot Conlon…………………………………………………..…..Avery Patella
Seitz………………………………………………..……………Emily Shornack^
Bunsen………………………………………………..……………..Zack Santana
Hannah………………………………………………..…..Samantha Ritacco+*
Wiesel……………………………………………………..….Craig Fitzgerald^*
Morris Delancey…………………………………….…....Brody LaVallee^*
Oscar Delancey………………………………………..……………..Kevin Ball
^ Four Year Varsity Member + Member of the Drama Club Executive Board * Member of the International Thespian Society # New Jersey State Thespian OfficerWho’s Who In The Cast
Medda’s Stage Manager…………………………….…Natalie Fernandez
Mr. Jacobi/Nunzio/Guard/Bill/Mayor……………….…Jake Mooney
Snyder………………………………………………………..……..Luca Buckno
Police Officer 1………………………………………….Laurel-Lye Severin
Police Officer 2…………………………………………………..Sam Gibboni
Darcy/Governor Roosevelt………………………..………..Cole Dawson
Scabs
Maggie Banach, Faith Cawley+*
Emily Scerbo
BoweryBeauties
Maggie Banach, Faith Cawley, Jhoanys Flores, Marley Lego, Emily Scerbo, Giana Schroeder+
Nuns
Emily Farrell+*, Natalie Fernandez, Jhoanys Flores, Marley Lego
Newsies/BoroughNewsies
Maggie Banach, Caitlyn Barry, Jenna Barry+*,
Faith Cawley+*, Jessica Corsentino, Cole Dawson, Wyolene Dumpson, Emily Farrell+*, Natalie Fernandez, Jhoanys
Flores, Sam Gibboni, Rhiannon Harsley, Molly Idzahl, Marley Lego, Miranda Mirsky, Benjamin Neller+*#, Bella
Nunziante+^*, Avery Patella, Emily Scerbo, Giana Schroeder+,
Laurel-Lye Severin
^ Four Year Varsity Member
+ Member of the Drama Club Executive Board
* Member of the International Thespian Society
# New Jersey State Thespian Officer
Production Staff
Director/Choreographer: Ms. Jessica O’Brien
Assistant Choreographer: Ms. Ariana Centamore
Music Director: Mr. Kevin Bettys
Technical Director: Dr. Michael Fitzgerald
Stage Managers: Jenna Barry+*, Skylar Hillin*, & Benjamin Neller+*#
Lighting Designer: Mr. Anthony Greco
Costume Designer: Mr. Anthony Greco
Set Designers: Brody LaVallee^*, Bella Nunziante^+*, Ms. Jessica O’Brien & Samantha Ritacco+*
Playbill Designers: Jenna Barry+* & Benjamin Neller+*#
Dance Captains: Gavin Bailey^*, Benjamin Neller+*#, & Avery Patella
Vocal Captains: Faith Cawley+*, Miles Dawson*, Michael Wells, & Emily Wojciak^*
^ Four Year Varsity Member
+ Member of the Drama Club Executive Board
* Member of the International Thespian Society
# New Jersey State Thespian Officer
The Crew
Lightboard Operator: Mr. Anthony Greco
Soundboard Operator: Jake Loveland
Spotlight Operators: Alyssa Kadaraitis & Gabby
D’Agostino
Q-Lab Operator: Emma Idzahl
Stage Crew Captains: Jenna Barry+* & Benjamin Neller+*#
Set Construction Crew: Gavin Bailey, Maggie Banach, Jenna Barry+*, Faith Cawley+*, Gabby D’Agostino, Amie Hueston, Emma Idzahl, Molly Idzahl, Alyssa
Kadaraitis, Madalyn Kiesche, Matthew LaPierre, Brody LaVallee^*, Marley Lego, Stephen Lenkiewicz, Jake Loveland, Miranda Mirsky, Benjamin Neller+*#, Bella Nunziante^+*, Xander Rice, Samantha
Ritacco+*, Michael Wells, & Ayla Zambardi
Ramp Construction Crew: Mr. Sramowicz along with his Creative Woodworking/Stagecraft students
Printing Press Construction Crew: Mr. Nagle along with his STEM Robotics students and Mr. Sramowicz along with his Creative Woodworking students
^ Four Year Varsity Member
+ Member of the Drama Club Executive Board
* Member of the International Thespian Society # New Jersey State Thespian Officer
Scenes & Musical Numbers
Act I
Prologue: Rooftop, Dawn
“Santa Fe (Prologue)”...............................................Jack, Crutchie
Scene 1: Newsie Square
“Carrying the Banner”...............................................Jack, Newsies
“Carrying the Banner (Tag)”......................................Jack, Newsies
Scene 2: Pulitzer’s Office, Afternoon
“The Bottom Line”.......................Pulitzer, Seitz, Hannah, Bunsen
“Carrying the Banner (Reprise)”................................Jack, Newsies
Scene 3: A Street Corner
Scene 4: Medda’s Theater
“That’s Rich”.......................................................................Medda
“I Never Planned on You/
Don’t Come a-Knocking”...........................Jack, Bowery Beauties
Scene 5: Newsies Square, Next Morning
“The World Will Know”.......................Jack, Davey, Les, Newsies
Scene 6: Jacobi’s Deli and Street, Afternoon
“The World Will Know (Reprise)”....................................Newsies
Scene 7: Katherine’s Office
“Watch What Happens”..................................................Katherine
Scene 8: Newsie Square, Next Morning
“Seize the Day”............................................Davey, Jack, Newsies
Scene 9: Rooftop
“Santa Fe”...............................................................................Jack
Scenes & Musical Numbers
Act II
Entr'acte
Scene 1: Jacobi’s Deli, Next Morning
“King of NewYork””.....................Davey, Katherine, Les, Newsies
“King of NewYork (Tag)””............Davey, Katherine, Les, Newsies
Scene 2: The Refuge
“Letter from the Refuge”...................................................Crutchie
Scene 3: Medda’s Theater
“Watch What Happen” (Reprise)”......Davey, Jack, Katherine, Les
Scene 4: Pulitzer’s Office and Cellar, Afternoon
“The Bottom Line (Reprise)”.......................Pulitzer, Seitz, Mayor
Scene 5: Brooklyn Bridge and Medda’s Theater
“Brooklyn’s Here”.......................................Spot Conlon, Newsies
Scene 6: Rooftop
“Something to Believe In”......................................Katherine, Jack
Scene 7: Pulitzer’s Cellar
“Seize the Day (Reprise)”..................................................Newsies
“Once and for All”.......................Jack, Davey, Katherine, Newsies
Scene 8: Pulitzer’s Office, Next Morning
“Seize the Day (Reprise 2)”...............................................Newsies
Scene 9: Newsie Square
“Finale Ultimo (Part 1)”..............................................Jack, Newsies
“Finale Ultimo (Part 2)”.............................................Jack, Newsies Bows................................................................................Company
AVery Special Thanks To...
Joe Ficarra & the Algonquin Arts Theatre, Steve
Dougherty, Joe Kish, Larry Sramowicz & the BMHS
Stage Craft Classes, Daniel Nagle & the BMHS
STEM Robotics students, BMHS Custodial Staff, Jo-Ann Johnson, Jim Lyle, Joanne Penrose, Tina
Productions, Jan Topoleski, The Board of Education, Mrs. Rivera and the National Honor Society, Mr.
Sarluca, Mr. Barresi, Lisa Jones, Mrs. Fitzgerald, The Barry Family, Michael LaVallee, & The Drama Mamas
Brick Memorial High School Drama Club
2022-2023 Executive Board
President: Benjamin Neller
Vice President: Bryanna Morales
Treasurer: Samantha Ritacco
Secretary: Clark Demarest
Historian: Emily Farrell
Technical Design and Facilities Manager: Bella Nunziante
Stage Management and Production Manager: Jenna Barry
Front of House Manager: Faith Cawley
Freshman Representative: Giana Schroeder
Sophomore Representative: Isabel Bartolucci
RANDY ALDERSON (Tommy Boy) is a junior and this is theirthirdyearwith the MustangPlayers. Earlier this year they played Pablo in SisterActas their first show performing. They also helped back stage for BeautyandtheBeast, RadiumGirls, and Puffs. Newsiesis Randy's favorite show of all time and theyare incrediblyexcited to be apart of it!
GAVIN BAILEY (Race) is a senior at BMHS and is thrilled but disappointed to be performing in his last production as a Mustang Player. Some of his credits include Raisin(Ensemble), Grease(Ensemble), SisterAct Jr(Curtis),MammaMia(Pepper),BeautyandTheBeastJr (Lefou), American Idiot (Miguel), Hairspray (Seaweed), Godspell(We Beseech Thee), Newsies(Finch), Mamma Mia(Ensemble),andMoanaJr(Maui).Gavinwouldliketo thank everyone in these last fouryear, he owes all of them alonghugforhelpinghimgettowhereheistoday!
KEVIN BALL(OscarDelancey) isveryexcited to be part of his first production with the Mustang Players. In his middle school career he wrote, directed, and acted in a series of vignettes for the VMMS Drama Club. He looks forward to his future as a part of the Mustang Players over the next 3 years, and to be able to share a mutual love of theatrewith his peers.
MAGGIE BANACH (BoweryBeauty/Sacb/Newsie) is a junior this year, she started in the drama club in her sophomore year and has worked on and been in many works including, BeautyandtheBeast,Radium Girls, Mamma Mia, DearJack, DearLouise, Sister Act, and now Newsies! Tonight, she can't wait to perform foryou all in her second ensemble role. Now relax, sit back, and buysome papes!
CAITLYN BARRY(Brooklyn Newsie/Newsie)is a sophomore and is in her second year in the drama club. She has been in BeautyandtheBeast,Sister Act,and Puffsat BrickMemorial. Shewould liketo thank Ms. O'Brien and all the people in the club that worked so hard for this show and are supporting the club.
JOSHUA BEAUDOIN (Pulitzer) is a senior and this is their first and last year in the drama club. He was Monsignor O'Hara in Brick Memorial's production of SisterActJr.He is also a four year member of the Brick Memorial High School Chorus. He would like to thank every staff member who has made this possible, as well as his fellow castmates forhelping him along theway!
LUCA BUCKNO (Snyder)
this is his second year as part of the Mustang Players. He has played the roles of Ernie in Sister ActJr. and Uncle Dave in Puffs. Despite the role Luca plays in the show, he wants you to know that he is actuallyakind person. Please believe him.
FAITH CAWLEY(Bowery Beauty/Scab/Newsie) is a junior and this is her second year as a part of the Mustang Players. She has been involved in RadiumGirls,MammaMia,Puffsand nowNewsies at Brick Memorial! Faith would love to thank Miss O'Brien, Dr Fitz, Miss Centamore, and Mr Bettys for all they do for this club! Good luck to cast and crew!
JESSICA CORSENTINO (Newsie) is a junior and she has been involved in tech for plays such as MammaMiaand SisterAct,and has recently been a part of the playPuffsas ensemble. She isveryexcited to take the stage and dance like there's no tomorrow!
COLE DAWSON (Darcy/Governor Roosevelt/ Newsie) is a sophomore at BrickMemorial and in the drama club. He previouslyworked as a stagehand for the show RadiumGirlsas well as working on the sets for Beauty and the Beast, Radium Girls, Mamma Mia,SisterAct,and Puffs.Hewould like to thankhis friends and family as well as the cast and crew for creating asupportive and fun environment forshow.
MILES DAWSON (Romeo) is aseniorhere at Brick Memorial. Miles is a member of ITS and was in SisterActaswell as MammaMialastyear alongwith being a stage head for Radium Girls and stage managing for Puffs. Miles would like to give a big shout out to Dr. Fitzgerald aswell as Ms. O’Brien for making this club aswelcoming and supportive.
CLARK DEMAREST (Henry) is a junior and secretary of the Drama Club. Clark has performed in RadiumGirls,MammaMia, and recently as a lead in Puffs. A member of a variety of clubs and sports, Clark has found the Drama Club to not only be a staple of his extracurricularinterests, but a supportive home base. Clark expresses his gratitude towards the directorial team, his loved ones in the audience, and his Acting-1 class, which marked the beginning of his on-stage appearances.
WYOLENE DUMPSON (Newsie) is a freshman and this is her first year being apart of the Mustang Players. She would like to wish the entire cast and crewgood luckand thankMiss O'Brien and Dr. Fitz formaking herfirst experience amazing andveryfun!
EMILY FARRELL (Nun/Newsie) is a sophomore and so excited to be a part of Newsies. She would like towish the cast and crewgoodluck!
NATALIE FERNANDEZ (Nun/Medda’s Stage Manager/Newsie) is a senior and this is their last show with the drama club. They are super sad but very thankful they had Ms. O’Brien to encourage them though the whole process. They also very thankful for their fellow cast members who have been great friends and who show them nothing but love and support.
CRAIG FITZGERALD (Wiesel) is a senior this year and it’s his 4th year in the drama club. He’s been in many shows like Beauty and the Beast, RadiumGirls,MammaMia,SisterAct,Puffs, and now finally Newsies. He would like to thank Miss O’Brien, Dr. Fitz, Mr. Greco, and Mr. Bettys for letting him have the best time in the drama club and having alot of opportunities to showhis talent.
KELLY FITZGERALD (Finch) is a sophomore attending BMHS. This is Kelly’s sixth performance at BMHS and she is very excited! She has also been in Beauty and the Beast Jr. Radium Girls, MammaMia,SisterActJr, and Puffs. She would like to give a huge thanks to Ms. O’Brien, Mr. Greco, Mr. Bettys and Dr. Fitz for this amazing opportunityand theirsupport. EnjoyNewsies!
JHOANYS FLORES (Nun/BoweryBeauty/Newsie) is a senior and this is her last show before she gets sent off to the rest of her life. She was in SisterAct for her first show and gained love for being apart of a production. This is her second show and last because shewill be graduating. Shewould love to dedicate her motivation to those who supported her through everything! She loves this club and everyone in it!
SAM GIBBONI (Police Officer/Newsie) is a sophomore, and this is her second production with the Mustang Players.
MADISON GREENFIELD (Elmer) is a junior at BMHS. This is her first show on stage with the Mustang Players. She has been in tech during MammaMiaas well as SisterActat Brick Memorial. Madison is also involved in other Performing Arts activities such as Color Guard and Marching Band. She would like to thank everyone involved in the Newsiesproduction for the amazing experience they have provided for her. Madison is so grateful and excited to be aNewsie!
AVAHANSEN (Les) is ajuniorand this is herthird year with the Mustang Players! She has been involved in various productions since her freshman year such as LittleWomen,BeautyandtheBeast, Radium Girls, Mamma Mia, Sister Act (Mary Patrick), Puffs(Leanne), and more. She would like to thank the cast and crew for making the final production of the school year a spectacular one, and to her friends and family for their endless support! Enjoythe show!
RHIANNON HARSLEY(Newsie) is a juniorand this is her first official time in the acting portion of a production. She has previously worked on tech forothershows.
AMIE HUESTON (Buttons)
BMHS. This is Amie’s second show with the Mustang Players. She was part of ensemble during Sister Act. Amie is also involved in many other performing arts activities such as; colorguard, dance, and marching band. She would like to thank everyone involved in the Newsies production for the amazing experience they have provided her. Amie loves performing and is excited to be a Newsie!
MOLLY IDZAHL (Newsie) is a freshman and this is her first year with the Mustang Players! She has worked tech forboth SisterActand Puffsbut has now become a cast memberforNewsies! Shewould like to thank Miss O’Brien and Dr Fitz for all they do in putting together these amazing shows, and all her fellow Mustang Players for all the hard work they do in and outside the shows and helping her through her firstyear!
MADALYN KIESCHE (Splasher) is a senior and this is hersecondyearperformingwith the Mustang Players.You mayhave seen herlastyearin Radium Girls and Mamma Mia or this year in Puffs! She would like to thank Miss O’Brien, Dr. Fitz & Mr. Greco for their endless support and thank the dramaclub formaking high school memorable.
LENNON KLAMMER (Specs) is a freshman at Brick Memorial High School. He loves the drama club so much. Hewas previouslyin the playPuffsas J. Finch, and now so excited to play Specs in Newsies. He is also in band and loves music. Newsies,here he comes!
BEAU KNISLEY (Ike) is a junior and in his secondyearwith the Mustang Players. He has been in several shows with the Mustang Players including, Mamma Mia (Ensemble), Sister Act (Newscaster), Puffs(Wayne Hopkins). He is excited to perform in this show and can't wait to see what's next.
MATTHEW LAPIERRE (Davey) is a junior in Brick Memorial High School. This is his sixth show in the drama club. He was a part of tech for BeautyandtheBeast,RadiumGirls,SisterAct, and Puffsand performed in MammaMia. This is his first time performing a main role and he is so excited to seize the daywith his friends.
BRODY LAVALLEE (Morris Delancey) is thrilled to be hitting the stage once again. Brody is a 18 year old senior who’s been acting since his elementary school’s show of Aladdin as well as several high school shows such as SisterActand Puffs. Brodyhas had a lead role in designing and building the set for the show. He would like to thank Miss O’Brien, and Dr. Fitzgerald for the opportunity and his family for always believing in his talents.
MARLEY LEGO (Nun/Bowery Beauty/Newsie) is a freshman and this is her first show at Brick Memorial. Past credits include the Grunin Performing Arts Winter Showcase where she performed as a vocalist, she has also performed in the middle school drama club. She would like to thank her family for their overwhelming support, Sue for her transportation services, and her friends for giving her the confidence to become a part of this musical. She wishes everyone in the showgood luck!
DANIEL MARKS (Jack) is a senior and proud to be part of his final production with The Mustang Players, Newsies!You mayknowhim from previous productions such as, A Christmas Carol (Fred, Young Scrooge), Little Women (John Brooke), BeautyandThe Beast (Lumiere) , RadiumGirls(ArthurRoeder), MammaMia (Sam Carmichael), Sister Act Jr (Eddie), and Puffs (Cedric/ Mr. Voldy)! He would like to thank Ms. O'Brien, Mr. Greco, Dr. Fitzgerald, and the entire cast and crewaswell as his loving family. Enjoythe show!
MIRANDA MIRSKY (Newsie) is a senior in her second year as a part of the Mustang Players. She was a part of tech forMammaMia,SisterAct,and Puffs, and is a part of ensemble forNewsies. She is veryexcited to be apart of this show!
JAKE MOONEY (Mr. Jacobi/Nunzio/Guard/Bill/ Mayor) is aseniorand this is his first showeverforthe Mustang Players. Jake has never done a show before, and decided to join because of his friends. Jake is also a two sport varsity athlete playing both football and basketball for Brick Memorial, and is joining the Airforce after high school. Jake would like to thank Miss O'Brien and Dr Fitz for everything they do, and his fellow Mustang Players for always being so nice, andwelcoming him into the club.
KYE MORAGHAN (Albert) is a junior, and will be playing Albert in this production of Newsies!This is her ninth show with the Mustang Players. You may have seen her as the Narrator in Puffs, Mother Superior in SisterAct,and the Ensemble of Mamma Mia!She is super stoked to do this show and hopes you enjoy the Mustang Player's production of Newsies!
BELLA NUNZIANTE (Brooklyn Newsie/ Newsie) is aseniorand has been apart of the drama club for all four years of high school! She has been doing tech for every show and is currently head of tech and set design, but she is making her debut on stage for her final spring musical!! Bella is very excited to work with everyone for her final show andwill miss everysecond in this club!
AVERYPATELLA(Spot Conlon/Newsie) is a junior and this is their first production with Brick Memorial. Some of their past credits include Tobias Ragg in Sweeney Todd, Choreographer / Stage Manager/ Assistant DirectorofThe25thAnnualPutnamCounty
SpellingBee, Duncan/Gentlewoman in TheTragedy of Macbeth, and Lori in A Chorus Line, all with GPAA. Avery would like to thank the wonderful cast and crewforthis amazing experience!
KENZIE PRUTICKA (Jo Jo) is a junior and this is her first year being part of the Mustang Players. They also performed in Puffsas Harry. She would like to thank Miss O'Brien, Dr Fitz, Mr Bettys, and Miss Centamore for making this show possible, and their fellow cast and crew a good show. She hopes you enjoy the show and just remember, “The world will knowthatwe been here!!!”
SAMANTHA RITACCO (Hannah) is a junior and this is her second year as a part of the Mustang Players! This is her first time on stage, as she maintained behind the scenes for all other productions that she’s been a part of. These productions include: Beautyand the Beast, Radium Girls, Mamma Mia!, SisterAct,andPuffs.Shewould like to thankall ofthe staff, cast, and crewinvolved in herfirst evershow!
ZACKARY SANTANA (Bunsen) this will be his fourth play with the Mustang Players. He has done Aladdin and The Little Mermaid in elementary school and Mamma Mia, SisterActJr and Puffs with the Mustang Players. He is a junior and is a part of the ColorGuard forthe Marching Band. He is very excited to see what happens in the future and would like to thank all of his friends and family fortheirsupport.
EMILYSCERBO (BoweryBeauty/Scab/Newsie)is a senior and this is her first and last year as a part of the Mustang Players! Her previous productions she has been apart of include SisterActJr. and Puffs. She would like to thank the cast and crew for all their hard work and dedication for making her last showreallycount!
GIANASCHROEDER(BoweryBeauty/Newsie)is a freshman and this is her third show as a Mustang Player. Her previous productions has been SisterAct Jrplaying Nina, and SisterMaryStephen. She hasalso been in Puffs playing Death Buddy 1 and an Owl. She wanted to thank Miss O'Brien, Dr. Fitz, and Mr Greco for everything thing they do for her and the club. She can't wait to be apart of Newsies, and she justwanted towish the cast and crewthe best of luck!
GIA SCOTT (Medda) is a senior and this is her second year as a part of the Mustang Players! She was a part of the ensemble in MammaMiaat BMHS. She would like to thank Miss O'Brien and Dr. Fitz for this amazing opportunity! She loves this cast and crew and wishes them good luck!
LAUREL-LYE SEVERIN (Police Officer/Newsie) is a junior and this is her second year as a member of the drama club! She has been a part of the tech crewforBeautyandtheBeast.Additionally, she has been casted in prior BMHS productions such as RadiumGirls,MammaMia,SisterAct,Puffs,and currently Newsies. Laurel-Lye would like to give a huge thank you to Miss O'Brien for directing this amazing production!
EMILY SHORNACK (Seitz) is a senior and she has been in this club for 4 years. She has worked tech for Miracleon34thStreet, 26Pebbles, andBeautyandthe Beast. Shewas the Clerk in RadiumGirls, Ensemble for MammaMia, SisterMaryIrene inSisterAct,and Bippy in Puffs. She would like to thank her friends and family, especially Miss O'Brien, Dr. Fitzgerald and Mr. Bettys for everything they do and how they have helped her grow, and wish the cast and crew good luck! She is incrediblygrateful forthese last fouryears!
MICHAELWELLS (Crutchie) is a junior and has been a member of this drama club since his sophomoreyear. He has been in past productionsin this club like BeautyandtheBeast,RadiumGirls, Mamma Mia, SisterActJr., and Puffs! He is so excited to be playing Crutchie in the production of Newsies, and he hopes thatyou enjoythis show!
EMILY WOJCIAK (Mush) is a senior member and has been a Mustang Player for four years! Through many shows, each and every person in this club has become a bit more like family, and the drama club, her second home. Emilywould like to thank Ms. O’Brien, The Fitzgerald Family, Mr. Greco, Ms. Centamore, and Mr. Bettys foralways encouraging hertoworkher hardest and be the best she can be! She will truly miss being aMustang Playerand rememberit forever!
JOSEPH WRONKO (Mike) is a junior at BMHS and this is his first show as a Mustang Player and he is so thankful forthe experience.Joe is also involved in many other performing arts activities including Marching Band, Brass Ensemble and Concert Band. He would like to thank Miss O’Brien, Dr. Fitz, and everyone involved with the production of Newsies forthe amazing experience theyhave provided him.
AYLAZAMBARDI (Katherine) is a senior and this is her fourth and final production as a Mustang Player. You may have seen her as Susie Bones in Puffs, Mary Lazarus in SisterAct,and Ensemble in MammaMia. She is beyond grateful and thrilled to be cast as Katherine, and would like to thank her parents for always being her number one fans. She hopes her friends and family love Newsiesas much as she does!!
JENNA BARRY (Stage Manager/Brooklyn Newsie/ Newsie) is a junior and this is her third year in the Mustang Players. She has stage managed RadiumGirls, MammaMia, SisterAct, and Puffsat BMHS. She has also interned at the Count Basie Theatre where she stage managed The Little Mermaid, Chicago,Annie, Newsies, 101 Dalmatians, and Xanadu, as well as worked on tech forMaryPoppinsat theAlgonquin Arts Theatre. She is superexcited to be on stage forthe first time, andwishes everyone good luck!
SKYLAR HILLIN (Stage Manager) is a junior at Brick Memorial and this is her second year and fifth show with the Mustang Players. She is very grateful to Ms. O'Brien and Dr. Fitzgerald for all of the opportunities she has been given. She is so excited to be a part of putting this incredible showtogether. She wishes everyone good luck and that everyone enjoys the show!
BENJAMIN NELLER (Stage Manager/Brooklyn Newsie/Newsie) is a junior and this is his third year in the Mustang Players. He has stage managed various shows at BMHS including, AChristmasCarol,Little Women, Beauty and the Beast Jr., Radium Girls, Mamma Mia, SisterActJr., and Puffs! He has also served as a stage management/choreography intern at the Count Basie. He would like to thank Ms. O'Brien, Dr. Fitzgerald, Mr. Bettys, and Mr. Greco and wish good luckto the cast and crew!
Congratulations Emily! We are so very proud of you! For 4 years you have dedicated so much of your time and talent to the Mustang Players. We've enjoyed watching you shine on stage in so many productions. We love you, and hope your theatre career continues for the rest of your life, because we know how much joy it brings you.
We are extremely grateful to Mr. Bettys, Ms. O'Brien, Dr. Fitz, and Mr. Greco for giving our daughter a wonderful Chorus and Drama experience at BMHS.
Shine on, Emily! We love you, Dad, Mom and Ben xoxo
Emily, we are so proud of you and seeing you come into your true self through drama and the drama club has been amazing. We love you!
Mom and Oma
Special shout out also to Michael, Aimee and Joe Wronko!
Danny Marks, we are very proud of you and look forward to seeing you in your future endeavors! Shoot for the stars!
We love you, Mom Dad and the rest of the Marks Family
MATTHEW
Congratulations!!! We are so proud of you and all the hard work you put into your performance. Can't wait to watch you and the cast put on an amazing show!!!! We love you so much!!!
Love, Mom, Dad, Paul, and Honor
CONGRATULATIONS Gavin!
God has blessed you with a gift. The sky is the limit.
Love cousin
Angie
Congratulations Gavin, You were awesome and the family is very proud of you. I will continue to support your success and look forward to following you as you reach your dreams and touch the lives of your fans and all that witness the magic you bring to the stage.
Love cousin
Malvina
I look forward to seeing you on Broadway. Keep up the hard work. It will pay off.
Love you Always
Cousin Tika and Shawn
We love you Gavin and we are BEYOND proud of everything you’ve done !
Gavin, We have enjoyed watching you for fulfill your dreams. You represent a Legacy of Talent, Courage & Pride. Be humble but proud of yourself, this is only the beginning. Love, your Favorite Auten’s
Congratulations Gavin on all your accomplishments in theater thus far. Your passion & dedication for the arts has blossomed over time and it shows when you display your talents. May you continue to grow as an artist. We believe that you can go as far in your chosen career as you desire.
Love, Mom & Dad.
Gavin - Congratulations!! It’s so wonderful to see your gift at work. You are truly amazing. We cannot wait to see you on Broadway!! Good luck and best wishes. Your forever fans, Bill & Tootie.
Shout-Outs
Ms. O’Brien, Ms. Centamore, Dr. Fitzgerald, Mr. Greco, and Mr. Bettys,
Thank you for all that you do for our club! From the costumes, the amazing lights, the countless hours in rehearsal, and making the set look fantastic, our shows would not be the same without you!
We truly appreciate you more than we could ever express!
Love, The Cast and Crew
The Mustang Players in Review
2022-2023
Newsies
Puffs
Sister Act Jr.
Dear Jack, Dear Louise
2020-2021
Little Women
World of Wonder
The Great Gatsby
A Christmas Carol
2018-2019
Chicago
Lost in Yonkers
White Christmas
2021-2022
Mamma Mia
Radium Girls
Beauty and the Beast Jr.
2019-2020
26 Pebbles
Miracle on 34th Street
2017-2018
Thoroughly Modern Millie
Peter and the Starcatcher
