The SpongeBob Musical, WOH 2024

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CAST OF CHARACTERS SpongeBob SquarePants ....................................... Jacob Sutherland Patrick Star ................................................................................ Ben Fisher Eugene H. Krabs ............................................................... Bart Shattuck Squidward Q. Tentacles .............................................. Brandon Clark Pearl Krabs .................................................................... Hailey Bouchard Sheldon J. Plankton ....................................................... R. Taylor Kruse Sandy Cheeks ............................................................. Mykayla Conerly Karen the Computer ................................................. Kendall DeBoer Mrs. Mayor ................................................................... Jeralyn Shattuck Patchy the Pirate .............................................................. Sharon Hood Perch Perkins ......................................................................... Dan Eccher Ensemble ............................. Phoebe Armillotti, Griffin Boudreau, Xia Campbell, Hannah Comfort, Liz Davis, Krystal Guckin, Ezra Haviland, Jessica Haviland, Sarah Harlow, Robyn King, Abby LaBrash, Richard Meng, Cora Merrick, Ethan Sargent, Rebecca Singer

SPECIAL THANKS Kim Bernard Terry + Nancy Brougham Ann Durost Byron Oakes + Regan Thibodeau Janet White Waterville Creates Staff This production is presented with one 15-minute intermission.

The videotaping or audio and/or visual recording of this production is a violation of United States Copyright Law and an actionable federal offense.

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ORCHESTRA PIT MUSICIANS Percussion/Foley Artist ................................................. Tom Bennett Drums ............................................................................. Mark Fredericks Flute/Piccolo ................................................................. Jordan Caverly Clarinet/Saxophone .............................................................. Ray Libby Guitar/Banjo/Ukelele ......................................................... Neil James Guitar ................................................................................... Jimmy McGirr Bass Guitar ....................................................................... Andy Buckland Trombone ........................................................................ Mike Peterson Violin ................................................................................. Ryu Mitsuhashi Trumpet ............................................................................. Blake Peachey

PRODUCTION TEAM Technical Director .................................................... Juniper Purinton Production Manager ........................................................... Bryant Cyr Production Assistant ............................................ Nathan Sylvester Light Board Operator ............................................ Andrea Swiderski Sound Board Operator ................................................ Elise DeSeifer Master Carpenter ................................................................. Wil Currie Scenic Painters ......................................... Desi Dubois, Allison Turlo Scenic Volunteer ............................................... Nicole Solis Clewley Manager of Outreach + Community Partnerships........................ ............................................................................................ Serena Sanborn Dance Captain ......................................................... Hannah Comfort Backstage Crew ........................................................ Jackson Leonard Spotlight Operators .......................... Ash Hallen, Linda Neubelt Stitcher ................................................................................ Annie Norris

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ABOUT THE CAST + CREW Phoebe Armillotti (Ensemble) Phoebe’s love for theater began in her childhood when she first stepped onto the stage in The Wizard of Oz as a munchkin. She later played memorable roles such as Veruca Salt in Willy Wonka and Rapunzel in Into the Woods. This is Phoebe’s second performance at the Waterville Opera House after being in Elf the Musical last year.

Hailey Bouchard (Pearl Krabs) is so excited to be part of her first-ever show here at the Waterville Opera House! Hailey has been in 20+ shows with other theatre companies including Sweeney Todd, Newsies, Something Rotten, Legally Blonde, and many others. Hailey would like to thank her directing team back home (including Ariel Grenier), this amazing cast, her family, and boyfriend, Gabe, for the support and love she receives from them all.

Ataraxia Campbell (Ensemble) also known as Trista, couldn’t be happier that The SpongeBob Musical is her first show with the Waterville Opera House. After finishing out her stint at Winslow High as Donna in Mamma Mia! in 2022, she is thrilled to finally be back onstage in a musical. Xia has been involved in music and theatre since the age of nine, and in her free time enjoys writing, composing, producing, and recording her own music. Her gratitude goes out to her mom, dad, two sisters, and pepere; Kathy Brown at Noteworthy Vocal Studio; her two cats, Rosemary and Noodle; and her beloved partner, Cameron.

Brandon Clark (Squidward Q. Tentacles) is excited to be performing in his first production at Waterville Opera House. Favorite credits include Ride the Cyclone, Rocky Horror, and Puffs at Some Theatre Company. He started a Maine-based charity event called Can You Survive?. When he isn’t performing, you can find him hanging out with his two cats.

Hannah Comfort (Ensemble) has been dancing on the Waterville Opera House stage for twenty years with Studio One, and with SpongeBob she is rekindling a lifelong love of theatre. Off the stage, Hannah is a third-grade teacher at Winslow Elementary School. She would like to thank her students for inspiring her to be brave, to work hard, and to try new things, just like they do every day. She would also like to express her gratitude to her family and friends, who have never wavered in their support of her. A special shout out to Hannah’s dear friend, Ally Turlo, who convinced Hannah about the magic happening here at WOH. Mykayla Conerly (Sandy Cheeks) is thrilled to play Sandy Cheeks in her second theater production at WOH! A behavior analyst by day, she’s all about the science 207.873.7000

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of human behavior—and now she gets to channel that energy into her role as Bikini Bottom’s own resident scientist! When she’s not analyzing data or pretending she knows how to do karate on stage, you’ll find her enjoying music, psychological thrillers, traveling, or relaxing with her husband and their two perfect dogs. Mykayla is grateful to her friends, family, and the incredible cast and crew for making this journey unforgettable. Enjoy the show, y’all!

Liz Davis (Mrs. Puff/Ensemble) is beyond excited to play Mrs. Puff in her first WOH production. She is no stranger to theater, though! Previously a member of Florence Little Theater, in Florence, SC, she acted in Fiddler on the Roof, Mary Poppins, Barefoot in the Park, and Love, Loss, and What I Wore. Every week, Liz’s major role as Children’s Librarian at the Waterville Public Library entertains and educates area children during story time. Don’t let Mrs. Puff’s bristles scare you. Grab a kelp juice, nestle in your shell, and enjoy your time visiting Bikini Bottom!

Kendall DeBoer (Karen the Computer) is thrilled to be a part of this fabulous musical! This is her first production with Waterville Opera House, though she has years of theatrical experience. Some of her favorite roles she’s played include Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing and Mrs. Peacock in Clue. Her love of theater also informs her job as Assistant Curator of Contemporary Art at the Colby College Museum. Kendall would like to thank her partner, Seth, her mom, Robyn, and her three cats, Peach Pie, Cricket, and Worm—and all of her friends who encouraged her to audition for this wonderful show!

Benjamin Fisher (Patrick Star) Born and raised in Washington State, Ben has performed in theaters on both coasts, from Los Angeles to New York City. Favorite roles include Artie Shaughnessy in House of Blue Leaves and Norman Cornell in Star Spangled Girl. Ben is honored to have his first performance in Maine at The Waterville Opera House. He would like to thank Debra, Beth, Cynthia and the entire Waterville creates team for this opportunity. He would also like to thank his fiancée, Mollie, for encouraging him to come back to the stage. He would like to dedicate this performance to the late Judith Bohannon.

Ariel Grenier (Choreographer) is the owner and artistic director at Between Friends Arts Center- Home of Next Generation Theatre and Dance Studio in Brewer, ME and on Faculty for Studio One for Dancers. She received her Bachelors in Psychology/ Early Development with a minor in Dance from the University of Maine. She is a Board Member for Maine Dance Teachers Club and has been a dance and theatre educator for over a decade locally, as well as in the UK and Ireland. Ariel’s performance credits include the US Premier of Fame Forever, Young Frankenstein, and Hello Dolly, among others. Her recent choreography credits include Head Over Heels, Elf, and The Wizard of Oz, as well as countless productions at local stages.

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with her pup, Ollivander Hamilton. “Thank you, WOH, for allowing me to help bring this show to life!”

Krystal Guckin (Ensemble) is excited to be part of this amazing cast and production.

Previously, Krystal has been a part of the cast for Elf the Musical and Miss Holmes Returns at the Waterville Opera House. When not on stage, she can usually be found backstage helping in any way she can as part of the crew. Krystal would like to express her thanks to her husband, Richard, and five kids, Damian, Leo, Asher, Scarlett, and Delaney for their love and support in making her love for theater a reality.

Sarah Harlow (Ensemble) has been acting in the Central Maine area since 2012. Sarah enjoys a silly role as much as the next actress, so she is thrilled to help bring this nostalgic story to the stage. She sends many thank yous and love yous to her family, her handsome husband, and to Harley, Eli, and Marlow. Sarah hopes you’ll try getting on stage with her someday!

Jessica Haviland (Ensemble) is excited to be part of this production! She was last seen on the Opera House stage in the Ensemble for Head Over Heels. Some other credits include: Emily Hobbs in Elf, Elsa in The Sound of Music, Betsy Foster in Tuck Everlasting, Katherine Plummer in Newsies, Glinda in The Wizard of Oz, Irene Molloy in Hello, Dolly!, Rose in Enchanted April; a musical, Woman 1 in Songs for a New World, and Rachel in Two by Two. Thanks to the WOH production team, fellow cast members, and crew for a wonderful show! Sit back and enjoy!!

Sharon Hood (Patchy the Pirate) resides in Pittsfield with husband of ten years Chad, children Anderson and Jayden, dogs Dallas and Gibson, and cats Sterling, Ninja, and Charley. She loves fishing, traveling, God, family, hiking, sewing, publishing her latest children’s book, the Boston Celtics and Red Sox, the Dallas Cowboys, and singing on stage with her band, Dixon Road. Her biggest thrill is making people laugh, so being able to play Patchy the Pirate makes her extremely happy! When you see her, give her a big “AARRGGGGH!” or she’ll make ya walk the plank, ya land lubber!

Robyn King (Ensemble) is very excited to be a part of the bubbly cast of SpongeBob! It has been so fun to be a security guard, girl fish, sardine, jellyfish, sponge, and pirate!

This is “The Best Day Ever!” You may have seen her recently in Small World (ACAT), or Elf (WOH). Robyn is thankful to her family, friends, and colleagues for their major support.

R. Taylor Kruse (Sheldon J. Plankton) is excited to be performing again at the Waterville Opera House! He lives with his girlfriend, Bella, and cat, Brunswick, in Sidney and works as a data analyst in Biddeford. Previously, he has appeared on the Waterville stage in Murder on the Orient Express, The Producers, and The Little Mermaid (making this his second undersea-themed production here!). He is an alum 207.873.7000

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of Harvard’s Hasty Pudding Theatricals and has performed at Lakewood Theatre, Sparrow’s Nest Theater, and with the Camden Shakespeare Festival.

He would like to thank his friends and family for all their support.

Abby LaBrash (Ensemble) is pleased to return to the Waterville Opera House stage, having previously appeared in The Sound of Music and Elf. She holds a degree in English and Women’s Studies and is passionate about inclusive communication and storytelling. Abby would like to thank her family and friends for their support, and hopes you have the best day ever at the show!

Beth Lambert (Co-Director) is honored to have co-directed this production of The SpongeBob Musical. She has directed several productions for the Waterville Opera House, most recently, Drinking Habits. Beth is a trained actor/director, vocalist, and educator, and holds degrees from Lawrence University Conservatory and Harvard University. Beth has acted, directed, and taught all over the world including the Arcola Theatre in London and was a founding member of a “Theatre of the Oppressed” inspired school in Pune, India. Beth is grateful for the support of her family, Greg, Lillian, and Paige.

Chad Lefebvre (Scenic Designer) works as the lighting programmer and designer for Carnival Cruise Line, NCL, Kinky Boots, Amazing Grace National Tour, ESPN Sports Center, ESPN NFL, and Rachael Ray. Chad’s recent projects include NCLs lighting design for Press Your Luck Live and Carnivals Texas Lonestar Tailgate.

Previously at the Opera House: scenic and lighting design for Rock of Ages, Shrek the Musical, Fiddler on the Roof, Rocky Horror Show, Mary Poppins, Young Frankenstein, A Christmas Story, Annie, The Producers, Seussical, Hello, Dolly!, Wizard of Oz, and Newsies. chadlefebvre.com Richard Meng (Ensemble) is thrilled to be in his tenth production here at the Waterville Opera House. You may have seen him here as Chadwick in Elf, Ja’Keith in Rock of Ages, and/or Cop in Clue. He also just played in What the Constitution Means to Me with Two Cent Theater, and Nosh & Knock Off’s Murder at the Epilogue Club (a murder mystery library fundraiser). He is also a father and full-time Carpenter. Richard would like to thank each and every one of you for coming out and supporting community theater. Enjoy the show!

Cora Merrick (Ensemble) is thrilled to be a part of The SpongeBob Musical! She has previously worked backstage for several Opera House productions, including Clue, The Nutcracker, and Elf. This is her first time performing on this stage, so today is the best day ever! (That’s a reference to the show. You’ll get it later.) When she isn’t being an evil backup dancer or tap-dancing sea anemone, she works at the Waterville Public Library.

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Cindy Sambrano (Musical Director) As a NYC-based musician, Cindy was Music Director for the Manhattan Children’s Theatre, accompanist for John Raitt, audition and rehearsal pianist for Disney, sub keyboard player on Broadway, and music-directed off-Broadway. Regionally, she was Music Director in Residence for Ogunquit, Seacoast Repertory, and Weathervane Theatres; and Guest Artist at UMO. Awards include “Music Director of the Year” and “Best Original Show” for collaboration and arrangements on “Rock, Rhythm and Soul”. She has an honorable mention in “Broadway Theater World” and is listed in the “Who’s Who” of OffBroadway.

Ethan Sargent (Ensemble) Bonjour from Ethan and welcome to Bikini Bottom! This is his third-ever musical performance onstage with the Waterville Opera House, debuting in last year’s production of Elf the Musical and featuring in the ensemble of Head Over Heels this past spring. He also got to try out a non-musical for the first time since high school this year with the Vassalboro Public Library, playing a bumbling detective in the comedy, Murder by the Book. He is so excited to act along familiar faces in this goofy, yet powerful undersea story, and to meet new friends along the way. Enjoy the show!

Bart Shattuck (Eugene H. Krabs) most recently appeared on the WOH stage in Miss Holmes Returns (Mycroft Holmes) and Murder on the Orient Express (Hercule Poirot). Previous musicals include The Producers (Max Bialystock), Young Frankenstein (Inspector Kemp/Blind Hermit), Christmas Story (Jean Sheperd), Rocky Horror (Narrator), and The Wizard of Oz (The Wizard). Other favorite roles: The Odd Couple (Felix), Midsummer Night’s Dream (Bottom), Moon Over Buffalo (George), Treasure Island (Long John Silver), As You Like It (Touchstone), and House of Blue Leaves (Artie).

Jeralyn Shattuck (Mrs. Mayor) is back on the WOH stage having previously performed as Mrs. Hudson in Miss Holmes Returns. Audiences may remember her as The Wicked Witch of the West (Wizard of Oz), Frau Blücher (Young Frankenstein), Raymonde (A Flea in Her Ear), Mrs. Brill (Mary Poppins), Millie (Exit Laughing), Willie Mae (The Sugarbean Sisters), and Hold Me Touch Me (The Producers). She is excited to perform this fun show with talented friends, new and old, and hopes that everyone enjoys this whimsical musical as much as she does.

Lexi Sheridan (Assistant Stage Manager) is excited to join the Waterville Opera House in her first production here, which just so happens to be one of her dream shows! Lexi has done production for three shows in college - The Wizard of Oz (stage manager), Newsies (co-director, stage manager, costumes) and Beauty and the Beast (director, stage manager, costumes, set design). She also helped start the theatre program at her university. Theatre is a passion of Lexi’s, and she can often be found referencing or singing theatre songs. As a longtime fan of SpongeBob, Lexi is thrilled for you to enjoy it on stage!

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Rebecca Singer (Ensemble) is glad to be back at WOH! Past credits include Seussical (Cat in the Hat) and Shrek (Gingy). Rebecca has acted with many local theater groups including Fairway Players, Gaslight Theater, and Community Little Theater. Favorite past shows include Rent (Maureen) and Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey II). Over the years with Rocky for Equality (RFE), Rebecca played Janet, Usherette, Frank, and Magenta in Rocky Horror. In 2019, Rebecca was Puck in A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Gaslight). Past directing credits include Whales of August and Clue. Rebecca currently teaches French at Maine Arts Academy.

Debra Susi (Co-Director) is a 39-year Theatre Educator, costume designer, and Intimacy Choreographer whose artistic and educational mission has been Building Community Through the Arts—one story at a time by connecting lived experiences on the stage and in the classroom to a world beyond imaginary walls and borders.

Directing credits include U.S. premiere of Fame Forever—Reunion and Rebirth, sequel to the musical Fame. Professional costume design credits at The Public include Morning After Grace, Women in Jeopardy, Screwball Comedy. Debra has also worked as a Guest Instructor at Colby College.

Jacob Sutherland (SpongeBob SquarePants) is incredibly excited to return to the stage as SpongeBob in The SpongeBob Musical! Jacob was most recently seen on the Opera House stage as an ensemble member in Head Over Heels, Miles Tuck in Tuck Everlasting, and Frederick Frankenstein in Young Frankenstein. Other credits include Jimmy Livingston in Bubble Boy (Cast Aside Productions), ensemble in Bye Bye Birdie, and ensemble The Who’s Tommy (MSMT). Jacob would like to thank his parents for their non-stop support, Emma for always being in the audience, and the entire SpongeBob team for bringing this incredible show to life onstage!

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