UPTOWN KNAUER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AND REVIVAL PRODUCTIONS PRESENT
Produced by REVIVAL PRODUCTIONS
Originally Directed by ROB ROTH
Originally Produced by DISNEY THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS
Incidental Music and New Vocal Arrangements by Michael Kosarin
Vocals Originally Arranged by David Friedman
Dance Music Arrangements by Glen Kelly Orchestrations by Danny Troob
Disney's Beauty and the Beast is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Director/Choreographer: Heather Grayberg
Production Manager/Assistant Director/Assistant Choreographer: Caitlyn Colgan
Music Director: David A. Schwartz
Stage Manager: Mae Burrus
Assistant Stage Manager: Gemma Amrein
Sound Designers: George Koenig, Jason Samuels
Lighting Designers: Daniel Grayberg
Costumers: Amy Lentz, Cindy Mazari
Set Designer: Mary Boner
Props Designer: Giulia Pagano
Marketing Coordinator: Taylor Gustafson
Set Builders: Philadelphia Scenic Works, Tim Boner
Stage Crew: Jason Samuels
Spotlight Operator: Kyle Mazari
ASL Interpreters 12/8: Doreen Kelley & SIGNINterpreting Services
Music by ALAN MENKEN
Lyrics by HOWARD ASHMAN & TIM RICE
Book by LINDA WOOLVERTON
Dear Friends,
Welcome to Revival Productions’ performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center! We are thrilled to share this enchanting tale with you, a story filled with love, transformation, and the reminder that true beauty lies within.
Bringing this magical show to life has been a labor of love for everyone involved. Our talented cast and crew have poured their hearts and countless hours into this production, from the mesmerizing performances to the stunning sets, costumes, and choreography. Their hard work and passion are a true testament to the power of live theatre.
As we celebrate this Holiday Season, we hope this production delights audiences of all ages. Whether it’s your first time experiencing the story or you know every lyric by heart, Disney's Beauty and the Beast has something for everyone—a tale as old as time to warm your hearts and inspire your imagination.
We are deeply grateful to Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center for their continued partnership and their dedication to enriching the cultural fabric of our community. Their state-of-the-art facilities and vibrant programming make every visit a special experience, and we encourage you to explore all that Uptown has to offer—from exceptional concerts and film screenings to educational programs and special events.
On behalf of both Revival Productions and Uptown, thank you for joining us for this magical journey. We hope you leave tonight with smiles, memories, and a renewed appreciation for the arts. Your support of live theatre means the world to us.
Enjoy the show, and happy holidays!
With gratitude,
Heather Grayberg Director/Choreographer
Belle ......................................................................................... Avery Gallagher (U/S: Evi Rose)
Beast Mitch King (U/S: Jordan Awe)
Gaston ........................................................................................... Nick Castillo (U/S: Diego Suber-Butler)
Mrs. Potts ..................................................................................... Cathy Ogden (U/S: Mary Cate Bruno)
Lumiere Josh Glacken
Maurice ...................................................................................... Greg Kasander (U/S: Langdon James)
LeFou Ricardo Lopez (U/S: Joseph Correale)
Cogsworth Bryan Eltman (U/S: Robert Rice)
Chip .................................................................. Beckett Cheng/Eden Grayberg
Babette Kate Bilenko (U/S: Madison Sawyer)
Madame de la Grande Bouche .................................................... Haily Watson (U/S: Lauren Champlin-Moadeli)
Monsieur D’Arque
Les Filles de la Ville ................
Joseph Correale
Kaleah Andrews, Madison Sawyer, Audrey Smith
Enchantress Brooklyn Hilton
Narrator David James
Ensemble ................................
Kaleah Andrews, Jordan Awe, Mary Cate Bruno, Lauren Champlin-Moadeli, Beckett Cheng/Eden Grayberg, Joseph Correale, Brooklyn Hilton, Langdon James, Robert Rice, Evi Rose, Mileigh Rose, Madison Sawyer, Audrey Smith, Diego Subero-Butler, Elise Tucker
ACT I Overture
Prologue ............................................................ Narrator, Beast, Enchantress
SCENE 1 VILLAGE
Belle Belle, Gaston, LeFou, Villagers
No Matter What Maurice, Belle
SCENE 2 ............................................................................................... FOREST
Maurice Travels .................................................................................. Maurice
Wolf Chase .................................................................. Maurice, Wolves, Trees
SCENE 3 CASTLE
SCENE 4 ............................................................................................ COTTAGE
Me ............................................................................................. Gaston, Belle
Belle (Reprise) ......................................................................................... Belle
SCENE 5 CASTLE
Home Belle Home (Tag) Mrs. Potts, Madame
SCENE 6 ............................................................................................... TAVERN
Gaston ....................................................................... Gaston, Lefou, Villagers
Gaston (Reprise) ....................................................................... Gaston, Lefou
SCENE 7 CASTLE
How Long Must This Go On? Beast
Be Our Guest Lumiere, Mrs. Potts, Chip, Enchanted Objects
If I Can’t Love Her Beast
INTERMISSION
ACT II
Enta’acte
SCENE 1 FOREST
Wolf Chase #2
Belle, Beast, Wolves, Trees
SCENE 2 ............................................................................................... CASTLE
Something There ..........................................
Human Again ...............................................
Belle, Beast, Lumiere, Mrs. Potts, Chip, Cogsworth
Belle, Beast, Lumiere, Mrs. Potts, Chip, Cogsworth, Madame, Babette, Enchanted Objects
Beauty and the Beast ...................................................................... Mrs. Potts
If I Can’t Love Her (Reprise) .................................................................... Beast
SCENE 3
COTTAGE
A Change in Me Belle
The Mob Song Gaston, Monsieur D’Arque, LeFou, VIllagers
SCENE 4 ............................................................................................... CASTLE
Home (Reprise) ............................................................................. Belle, Beast
Transformation/Finale Ultimo ................................................... Full Company
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Mitch Russum
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The Candlelight Theatre
Millersville University Costume Shop
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Karen Barnett
Uptown Volunteers
Kaleah Andrews-Dewitt
Lauren Champlin-Moadeli
Eden Grayberg
Brooklyn Hilton
Jordan K. Awe
Joe Correale
Beckett Cheng
Mileigh Rose
Haily Watson
Kate Bilenko
Bryan Eltman
Langdon James
Gregory D. Kasander
Mary Cate Bruno
Avery Gallagher
Mitch King
Nick Castillo
Josh Glacken
Evi Rose
Ricky Lopez
Robert L. Rice
Cathy Ogden
Audrey Smith
Diego Subero
Elise Tucker
Madison Sawyer
Kaleah Andrews-Dewitt (Les Filles, Ensemble) (she/her) is thrilled to make her debut at Revival Productions in the iconic Beauty and the Beast! Most recently, she worked with SALT Performing Arts as a featured tap dancer in Anything Goes. She is grateful to SALT for introducing her to the beautiful West Chester community. Kaleah graduated from DeSales University, where she played (U/S Cecily) in The Importance of Being Earnest and (Curio, U/S Valentine) in Twelfth Night. A heartfelt thank you to Revival for this opportunity to be a part of such an amazing cast and crew! She also wishes to express her love and gratitude to her mother, family, friends and Jesus for being the beauty in her world. Enjoy the magical show!
Jordan K. Awe (Ensemble, U/S Beast) (he/him) is very excited to be making his debut at Revival. He is a recent graduate of the Sight & Sound Conservatory where he was apart of Moses and Miracle of Christmas. Most recently he was seen as Malcolm in Macbeth and George Banks in Mary Poppins. Some of his favorite roles have been Roeder in Radium Girls, Charlie Brown in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown. Psalm 92:1-2
Kate Bilenko (Babette) (she/her) is thrilled to be back with Revival! She was last seen on the Uptown! stage as Sister Robert Anne in Nunsense. Most recent professional credits include: Me And My Girl (Sally Smith), Guys and Dolls (Ensemble), The Gondoliers (Ensemble) with Ohio Light Opera Company. Kate is a current senior at Rider University pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre. Selected University credits: Kiss Me, Kate (Swing), Much Ado About Nothing (Ursula/Conrade), and an upcoming performance of Nice Work If You Can Get It (Ensemble). Kate is also a proud alumni of The Verdon Fosse Legacy Training Program in NYC. Philadelphia born and raised! Endless gratitude to her family as well as Heather, Caitlyn, Gemma, and the whole Revival team. www.katebilenko.com
Mary Cate Bruno (Ensemble, Mrs. Potts) (she/her) is so excited to be joining this cast of Beauty and the Beast! She just graduated from DeSales University this past May with a degree in Musical Theatre. Some of her past roles include Mrs. Cratchit in A Christmas Carol, Maria in The Sound of Music and a swing in a production of The Drowsy Chaperone. Mary Cate is so excited to embark on this journey and begin this new chapter of her professional career! She would like to thank the cast and crew for welcoming her with open arms and for all of their hard work!
Nicholas Castillo (Gaston, Fight Choreographer) (he/him) is very excited to be making his Revival Productions debut! A graduate of West Chester University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in Theater, Nick has performed in shows such as Matilda the Musical (Mr. Wormwood), Heathers the Musical (Kurt), Peter and the Starcatcher (Black Stache), and Spamalot (Sir Lancelot). He has performed at theaters such as Media Theater, Milburn Stone Theater, Wilmington Drama League, Swarthmore Players and Tidewater Players. He would like to thank his family and friends for all their support throughout the year! He would also like to thank Kim Russell Voice Studio for the years of training. Finally, he would like to thank his fellow cast and crew members for all their hard work and training.
Lauren Champlin-Moadeli (Ensemble, U/S Madame de la Grande Bouche) (she/ her) is thrilled to be making her Revival debut! She started performing again a year ago (after taking a 17 year break from theater) and now she's hooked! Some recent credits include Judy Bernly (9 to 5) at The Candlelight Theatre and Emily Hobbs (Elf) at Steel River Playhouse. Prior to moving to PA, she sang with Essential Voices USA in NYC at Carnegie Hall with the New York Pops and participated in several of the choir's recordings. She also had a teeny tiny appearance in an episode of 30 Rock and Boardwalk Empire. Locally, she sings with Chester County Choral Society. Some of her favorite roles from back in the day include Queenie (The Wild Party), Maggie (A Chorus Line), and Reno Sweeney (Anything Goes). Lauren would like to thank Heather, David, Caitlyn, Taylor, and Gemma for giving her the opportunity to play around on stage again!
Beckett Cheng (Chip/Ensemble) (he/him) is a 4th grader at Greystone Elementary School. When he isn’t on stage, he loves animals and math, and is completely obsessed with the musical Wicked. Past show credits include Alice in Wonderland JR (Dodo Bird), Matilda the Musical JR (Tommy), and Finding Nemo JR (Ensemble). He is thrilled to be a part of this show and is grateful to the entire cast and crew for making it such a fantastic experience! He wishes to thank his voice coach, Monica, for her invaluable guidance, and his wonderful family and friends for their love and support.
Joseph Correale (Monsieur D'Arque, Ensemble, U/S LeFou) (he/him) is over the moon to be making his Revival Productions debut with this wonderful cast and crew in Beauty and the Beast! Previous credits: Acting Apprentice for the 2023-24 Season at The Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, Josh in the World Premiere of Strictly Platonic (Gretna, PA), Barry Mann in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (Road Company). He would like to thank Heather, Caitlyn, and David for this opportunity, his fellow cast for a wonderful experience, and his friends and family for their everlasting love and support! Instagram: @joseph.correale www.josephcorreale.com
Bryan Eltman (Cogsworth) (he/him) is excited to be playing Cogsworth in his fourth production with Revival. In his high school’s production of Beauty and the Beast he had the privilege of playing the Beast alongside his older sister Sarah as Mrs Potts. That experience gave Bryan lifelong friendships and the confidence to keep pursuing performing arts. After more than a decade and many shows later, to be part of this show again is a complete joy. Bryan thanks his sister Sarah for inspiring his love of theatre, his wife for her unwavering support of his many passions, his parents for always being at every show, and the rest of his family for the love they’ve shown. He hopes that through the show the audience can feel joy, laughter, and maybe even “something there that wasn’t there before”.
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Avery Gallagher (Belle) (she/they) is thrilled to make their Revival Productions debut in a dream role! A Philadelphia based actor, their recent credits include Rock of Ages (Sherrie), Spring Awakening (Wendla), Heathers (Veronica), Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 (Sonya), American Idiot (Heather), and Kinky Boots (Nicola). Avery holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Rider University. They are so incredibly excited to be a part of this beautiful, magical show. They would like to thank their wonderful friends, family, and voice teacher for all of their support. @avery.gallagher @ridermusicaltheatre
Josh Glacken (Lumiere) (he/him) is honored to be in his first show w/ Revival. After studying music at IUP, he joined the Sight & Sound Theaters cast. He has since transitioned into non-profit ministry full-time while performing locally with various theater companies and at First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster. Recent roles include Max in Sound of Music w/ Servant Stage, Horace Vandergelder in Hello Dolly w/ Susquehanna Stage, Vlad in Anastasia w/ Cavod, and Mr. Mayor in Seussical w/ Theatre Harrisburg. “Thanks to my family for your support and Revival for this amazing opportunity!”
Eden Grayberg (Chip/Ensemble) (she/her) is thrilled to be in this show! She is a 3rd-grade student at West Chester Friends School with a passion for theatre, dance, and music. She has delighted audiences in various roles, including Young Simba in Disney's Lion King Kids, Sour Kangaroo in Seussical Kids, and Pua in Moana Jr. at Chester County School of the Arts. Eden also played the role of Want in Revival Productions' A Christmas Carol and she is excited to be back on the mainstage. In addition to her theater achievements, Eden is an award-winning dancer with Elevate Dance Company, Chester County's School of the Arts' competitive dance company. She excels in a wide range of styles, and especially loves hip-hop and acro. Additionally, she is a member of her school's chorus and recently started taking trombone lessons. Eden would like to extend a special thank you to her friends, family, Miss Mia, and the cast and crew of Disney's Beauty and the Beast! She is grateful for their support and encouragement and hopes you enjoy the show!
Brooklyn Hilton (Enchantress, Ensemble) (she/her) is very excited to be making her Revival Productions debut in Beauty and the Beast! She is no stranger to the stage having been performing since she was four years old. Regional credits include five years working at Sight and Sound Theatre and four at American Music Theatre. Other show credits include Fiddler on the Roof; Hodel (Servant Stage), Sound of Music; Liesel (Cavod) Cinderella; Cinderella (LAPA) Seven Brides for Seven Brothers; Milly (LAPA) She hopes you enjoy this “tale as old as time” and learn to see the beauty that lies underneath! Much love to my family and the cast/ production team :) Soli Deo Gloria
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Langdon James (Ensemble, U/S Maurice) (he/him) is thrilled to be part of Beauty and the Beast, his second show with Revival Productions. Originally from Las Vegas, NV, Langdon is an actor and stand-up comedian based in Chester County, PA, and has been performing since his first ultrasound while still in the womb. He recently played Rev. Shaw Moore in Footloose with Revival Productions (a role that won him several thumbs up from his neighbors) and as Toad in A Year With Frog and Toad (a role that won him praises from a few 11-year-olds and one of their parents). Langdon’s stand-up comedy has been seen in Amish theatres, clubs in New York City, and everywhere in between. He obviously loves to write about himself in the third person and is excited at the possibility that a Hollywood movie producer will see this show and make him an overnight sensation! Instagram: @LangdonJames
Gregory D. Kasander (Maurice) (he/him) is thrilled to be making his Revival Productions debut as Maurice in this production. Favorite roles include Claude Frollo (Hunchback of Notre Dame), Dan Goodman (Next to Normal), Bruce Bechdel (Fun Home), Frankenfurter (Rocky Horror Show), and Eddy Gee (Texas Chainsaw Musical). After this brief and wonderful break from villainous behavior, Greg will be returning to form as Callahan in Legally Blonde in January 2025. Many thanks to the creative staff who have assembled this wonderfully kind group of talented people.
Mitch King (Beast) (he/him) is excited to be making his Revival Debut. His most recent roles in the theater community were Cliff Bradshaw in Cabaret as well as Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde in Jekyll and Hyde the Musical. He is excited to have such support here at Revival. Many thanks to the Graybergs for the opportunity as well to his family and friends who support his passion and love for the Arts. He would like to remind everyone to "Follow your dreams and take risks. You will never regret giving yourself an opportunity."
Ricky Lopez (LeFou) (he/him) is from Bucks County, PA and this is his first show with Revival productions after completing three shows at the Wilmington Drama League (Chess, Kinky Boots, and Bonnie & Clyde). Ricky started his theater career with the Golden Wings Theater Company from 2015-2018 (Legally Blonde the Musical, The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, The Wizard of Oz, and Tarzan). He graduated from West Chester University in 2022 with a B.M. in Music Education with a vocal concentration and a minor in Spanish. Currently, he teaches piano, voice, and guitar at the West Chester Music Academy in West Chester, PA and preschool Spanish immersion at Magic Memories in Chester Springs, PA. He is so grateful for the opportunity to play this role, and would like to thank all his students for teaching him how to be comfortable doing silly things in front of others.
Cathy Ogden (Mrs. Potts) (she/her) is thrilled to play this role on the Uptown stage. She was previously seen in Nunsense, Holidays in Hollywood and Frog & Toad (Frog). She enjoyed an over ten year career in professional theater. Some highlights include: Broadway - Street Corner Symphony (Sukki); National Tour - Sound of Music (Maria); Off-Broadway- Castles, The Rink (Angel)- reworked in collaboration with John Kander. Regional- Beehive, Oliver (Nancy), Next to Normal (Diana), & Ragtime (Mother). Cathy was seen at SALT in Mamma Mia (Donna) & White Christmas (Betty). She currently directs, choreographs and teaches private voice. Cathy would like to thank family and friends for their loving support. Hope you enjoy our tale!
Robert L. Rice (Ensemble, U/S Cogsworth) (he/him) is beyond excited to be rejoining Revival Productions in his all time favorite Disney production. He would love to thank the creative team for this opportunity and all of his friends and family for their continued support.
Evi Rose (Ensemble, U/S Belle) (she/her) is a recent graduate from Sight and Sound Conservatory and she’s so thrilled to be a part of this production of Beauty and the Beast. Some of her favorite shows she’s been a part of include Moses, Miracle of Christmas, Radium Girls, and Emma. Evi is so grateful for the opportunity to grow in her craft in her time with Revival Productions. She would like to thank her friends and family for their constant support and encouragement! Philippians 4:6-7
Mileigh Rose (Ensemble) (she/her) is sixteen years old and loves all things dance and musical theater! She has been in a number of shows since she started musical theater back when she was 8 years old. Some of her favorite shows consist of Annie, Anastasia, and Newsies which she performed with Courtyard Theatre Productions in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The arts are a big part of her life, and she is beyond thrilled to have this wonderful opportunity to be in her first professional production. A thank you to all of her directors and choreographers for consistently pouring into her life! As well as a huge thank you to her family for their support and encouragement!
Madison Sawyer (Les Filles, Ensemble, U/S Babette) (she/her) is a recent graduate of Sight & Sound Conservatory and has spent the last 2 years studying musical theater and performing in Moses and Miracle of Christmas. This year, she appeared in Tuck Everlasting with Servant Stage and Sermon on the Mount: The Musical with Piercing Word. Some of her other notable performances include Kathryn Schaub in Radium Girls, Shelby Latcherie in Steel Magnolias, and a Rose Singer at The Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire. In the coming year, you may catch her on the Strasburg Railroad or in her home studio recording audiobooks. Above all else, she has a deep love for the Lord that gifted her this passion for performing. She thanks Him for it all. Philippians 3:13-14
Audrey Smith (Les Filles, Ensemble) (she/her) is grateful to be making her debut with Revival Productions! Favorite past credits include Legally Blonde (Elle Woods), Beauty and the Beast (Babette), Les Misérables (Cosette), and Tuck Everlasting (Mae Tuck) at Facetime Theatre. She will also be appearing as June in Gypsy at NCT this coming spring! When not on stage, Audrey studies Advertising at Temple University and works as a social media content creator. Much thanks to her family and friends for their support and love! Another thank you to Heather for this opportunity and the wonderful cast/crew on this show for making this experience truly magical! @audreysmith6
Diego Subero-Butler (Ensemble, U/S Gaston) (he/him) is excited to be part of the ensemble in this production of Beauty and the Beast and is honored to understudy the role of Gaston. He recently appeared in Jesus Christ Superstar (Ritz Theater Company), West Side Story (Ritz), Ghost (Broadway Theater of Pitman). Diego would like to thank the cast, crew, and his family for their continued support. And to my husband: te amo mucho mi amor. instagram: @diegosuberoisfunny Elise Tucker (Enchanted Carpet, Ensemble) (she/her) is thrilled to be a part of this cast as her first production at Revival. She attends Marsh Creek 6th grade center. Elise has appeared in shows at SALT and Barley Sheaf including The Little Mermaid JR (Ariel), Aladdin JR (Ensemble), Mary Poppins JR (Jane), Matilda JR (Ensemble), The Lion King JR (Young Nala), Oliver JR (Mrs. Sowerberry) and The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus (Mayrie). She also participated in her elementary school drama club. Including Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory JR (Mrs. Gloop), The Lion King JR (Pumba), and Shrek the Musical JR (Fiona). When not performing Elise can be found outside with her friends and playing the trombone. She would like to thank the wonderful production staff for giving her this incredible opportunity. Elise would also like to thank her parents for driving her and being so supportive of her love of the arts. She will remember this performance forever.
Haily Watson (Madame de la Grande Bouche) (she/her) is excited and grateful to perform in her first ever Revival production! Hailing from Los Angeles, she has multiple stage credits, including H.M.S Pinafore (Buttercup), Into the Woods (Cinderella’s Mother/Grandmother/Giant), Cendrillon (Madame de la Haltière), and Dido and Aeneas (Sorceress). This coming March she will be performing Classical, Musical Theater, and Contemporary at the Regional NATS competition after winning all three categories and best performer this last October in the local chapter, and in April Watson has been invited to sing for Amateur Night at The Apollo Theater. Watson would like to thank Danny Murphy and Marie Anderson, for encouraging her to pursue her dreams and live life with no regrets, as well as her sister Riley, whom she is so proud of every day. She gives this performance and those to come to them.
Gemma Amrein (Assistant Stage Manager) (she/her) is a recent graduate of Franciscan University of Steubenville where she received her BA in Theater Performance with a minor in Business to pursue her love of Stage Management in theater. She has worked with Revival on multiple productions since January 2022, some being Chicago, Wedding Singer, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. One of her favorite shows to date was Nunsense the Musical. Her other hobbies include hiking, spending time with family, and swing dancing. She would like to thank Taylor Gustafson for being an outstanding best friend, Heather and Daniel Grayberg for giving her a loving community and a job that she enjoys, and to her family who supports her in her love of theater.
Mary Boner (Set Designer) (she/her) has been employed by the Upper Deerfield Board of Education at Seabrook NJ for the past 27 years. During the past 23 years, she has loved designing and painting for the Levoy Theater, Revival Productions, Servant Stage, Cedar Creek H.S. and Lancaster Bible College. Her most recent plays have been Once on This Island, Joseph, Nunsense, Sweeney Todd, and Wedding Singer, Mamma Mia, To Kill a Mockingbird, Mary Poppins, Ruth and Elf. During 2019 she was chosen as the State of NJ Regional Award Recipient for Broadway World for Scenic Design for Mamma Mia at the Levoy Theater. In 2018 she was nominated for a NJ Perry Award as Scenic Designer for Beauty and the Beast, of which won a Perry for The Best Musical Production in NJ. She would like to thank God, her husband Tim and her family for their love and support. Best wishes to all who are a part of Beauty and the Beast!
Mae Burrus (Stage Manager) (they/she) is mad grateful to be part of their first Revival Production to be back at Uptown! Selected Performance Credits: RENT (Steel River Playhouse), The Cover of Life (Cumberland Theatre), The Light in the Piazza (Summer Stories), The Last Five Years (The Gem Speakeasy), Wishling (Philly Fringe), Memphis, Mamma Mia!, (Candlelight Theatre), Heathers (Steel River Playhouse), The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (SRP, PGHS), Eurydice (MCCC). Selected Tech/Stage Management Credits: FAME, Ring of Fire, The Importance of Being Earnest (Florida Repertory Theatre*), Edwin Drood, Moon Over Buffalo, The Fantasticks (Candlelight Theatre), The Mountaintop, The Rainbow Fish (Uptown!), Eurydice (Footlighters), Circle Mirror Transformation, Xanadu (Eagle Theatre*). Current/Upcoming: 12 Years of Christmas (Philly Senior Stage), INERTIA (Will Martinko). Climbing uphill for you, Dad
Caitlyn Colgan (Assistant Director-Choreographer, Production Manager) (she/her) is so thankful to be back at Revival Productions on the production team side for the first time! Caitlyn was seen in Revival's production of Footloose this past June and also in The SpongeBob Musical in 2022. Caitlyn works as the Marketing and Production Coordinator at Montgomery Theater in Souderton and also directs/choreographs at multiple high schools in the Montgomery County area. This fall Caitlyn also began working for Uptown as the Digital Marketing Coordinator. Caitlyn made her Off Broadway debut as a choreographer in 2017 for the Award Winning World Premiere of Dorian Gray: the Musical for the New York Musical Festival. @caitlyn_colgan
Daniel Grayberg (Lighting Designer) (he/him) is a lighting designer, music director, and educator in the Greater Philadelphia area. Favorite professional lighting design credits include The Spongebob Musical, Godspell, Clue: Onstage, Sweeney Todd, Spring Awakening, and High School Musical. Daniel has designed lighting for companies such as Revival Productions, Uptown! Knauer Performing Arts Center, The Levoy Theater, Music Mountain Theater, Millburn Stone Theater, and is currently the Tech Director/ Lighting Designer for the Brandywine Ballet Company. Daniel obtained his B.M. and M.A.T. from Westminster Choir College of Rider University. He has musically directed, conducted, and played in many productions throughout the region. He presently serves as the Artistic/Choral Director of the 49’s Chorus. Enjoy the show!
Heather Grayberg (Director/Choreographer) (she/her) is honored for Revival Productions to be partnering with Uptown! Heather is a producer, director, choreographer, performer, and consultant serving the Greater Philadelphia area. She is a co-founder of Revival Productions and Chester County School of the Arts and is now proudly the Executive Director at Uptown Knauer Performing Arts Center!
With a career spanning over twenty-five years, she has performed professionally across the country and has been seen on creative teams throughout the region as a Director/Choreographer of nearly 100 productions to date. Heather holds a B.M. in Musical Theatre from Westminster College of the Arts and a Master's in Arts Management and Executive Leadership from Rider University, where she graduated with distinction. From educational to professional venues, some of her favorite directorial and choreography credits include Ruth - An Original Sight and Sound Theatres Production, The SpongeBob Musical, Godspell, Bye Bye Birdie, The Wedding Singer, Mary Poppins, and many more!
Heather is the owner of Rise Up Theatrics LLC, an arts consulting firm specializing in strategic planning, producing, casting, and bringing organizational health solutions to arts and culture-based institutions. She is a proud member of the Stage Directors and Choreographer's Society, a theatrical union. In addition to creating inspiring artistic experiences in both arts education and performance, Heather is passionate about arts advocacy and accessibility, and since 2019 has brought over $100,000 of subsidized arts funding to well-deserving Chester and Lancaster County area youth. Just this year, she was recognized as one of Vista Today's 40 under 40 Millennial Superstars. Heather resides in Chester County with her husband, daughters Eden and Selah, and two pups! "Thank you to my Uptown and Revival team! It is a joy to create with you!".
Taylor Gustafson (Marketing Coordinator) (she/her) is thrilled to be working on this magical production! In addition to being the marketing coordinator for Revival Productions, Taylor works as a lighting technician at Sight & Sound Theater. She is so blessed to be able to work in the field that she loves with amazing people, all while getting to glorify God each day. When she isn’t working offstage, she likes to dabble onstage and has had some fun roles such as Charon and the Oracle in The Lightning Thief (Firebird Theatre), Enid Hoopes in Legally Blonde (Firebird Theatre), and Specs in Newsies (Immaculata’s Cue and Curtain Theater). She has had the rewarding opportunities to choreograph Newsies and Anything Goes at her alma mater, Immaculata University, and is excited to be back there this spring to assistant direct their production of Little Women. Taylor would like to thank the people of Revival Productions for growing her love and skills of theater and giving her some of her best friends.
Amy Lentz (Costume Designer) (she/her) has been costuming for several years from shows like The SpongeBob Musical to Footloose to Chicago. There have been so many different time periods and so many different genres to work through. This show was a beautiful challenge, and it definitely took a village! What a classic tale to be a part of, and it was exciting to see it all come together! She loves seeing former cast members return and meeting new cast members, too. And working with Cindy is always fun!
Cindy Mazari (Costume Designer) (she/her) is in her fourth year of costuming for Revival Productions. She had her debut when asked to help with costumes for the cast of Newsies, then later helped with several other shows with her fellow costumer and friend, Amy. Cindy wants to thank her son Kyle for introducing her to the theater world and for being such an inspiration to her. He has shown her that you can do anything if you are determined. Thank you to her husband Brian for encouraging her to take on something new and different. Hope everyone enjoys the show!
Giulia Pagano (Props Designer) (she/her) is currently a senior studying theatre Design and production at West Chester University. She is super excited to be working with the lovely people of Revival this winter! Her regional credits include: Elephant and Piggie (Props/SM), The Merry Wives of Windsor (Props), Matilda (Props), and A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Props). Her educational credits include: Eumenides (Scenic Design), Three Sisters (SM), Kiss Me Kate (SM), Eurydice (SM), Into the Woods (props master), Virtuosity: Dance Concert (ASM/Fly’s), and Pride and Prejudice (ASM). Giulia would love to thank her lovely family for all their support in her goofy adventures. She is beyond excited for the next adventure!
David A. Schwartz (Music Director) (he/him) is so happy to be music directing a Revival Productions show. Previous music directing credits include The Toxic Avenger (South Camden Theatre Company), Big Fish (Eastern University), Newsies (Players Club of Swarthmore), A Gentleman’s Guide to Love & Murder (Playcrafters of Skippack), and Dreamgirls (Wilmington Drama League). He’s played piano in pit orchestras for Mary Poppins (Media Theatre), Sister Act (Willow Manor Players), Matilda (Methacton Community Players), and Elf (Willow Manor Players). He currently works as a piano accompanist for ballet classes at Temple University and was previously an accompanist and music coach for musical theatre majors and minors at University of the Arts (where he graduated from with a BFA in Musical Theatre Performance in 2014). He’d like to thank his family and friends for their love and continued support.
