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Book by Tina Fey

West Mifflin Area High School Theatre Theatre Department

PROUDLY PRESENTS

MEAN GIRLS

HIGH SCHOOL VERSION

Music by Jeff Richmond

Lyrics by Nell Benjamin

Based on the Paramount Pictures film Mean Girls

Original Broadway Production Produced by Lorne Michaels Stuart Thompson Sonia Friedman

Paramount PicturesMarisa SechrestArs Nova EntertainmentBerlind Productions

Steve BurkeScott M. DelmanRoy FurmanRobert GreenblattRush HendelJam Theatricals

The John Gore OrganizationThe Lowry Salpeter CompanyJames L. Nederlander

Christine SchwarzmanUniversal Theatrical Group

Executive Producer:David Turner

Artistic Director

Executive Producer

Devon Smeal

Choreography

Linda Turner

Julianne Washington

Costume Design

Alexis Zywan

Props Manager

Rhonda Turner

Melissa Prutz

Assistant Director Stage Manager

Kayla Axelson

Vocal Direction

Diane McClintock

Pit Direction

Devon Smeal

Technical Director/ Lighting & Set Design

Kevin Kocher

Sound Technician

Tim Milko

Scenic Painter

Kelsey Jamison

Program/Printing

Jeff Kesser

Scott Mizener

Mean Girls High School Version is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

www.mtishows.com

Any video and/or recording of this production is strictly prohibited

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MUSICAL NUMBERS

A Cautionary Tale Janis, Damian

It Roars Cady, Ensemble

Where Do You Belong? Damian, Janis, Cady, Ensemble

Meet the Plastics Damian, Janis, Regina, Gretchen, Karen, Cady

Stupid With Love Cady

Apex Predator Janis, Cady

What's Wrong With Me? Gretchen

Stupid with Love (Reprise) Cady, Aaron

Sexy Karen, Ensemble

Someone Gets Hurt Regina, Aaron, Ensemble

Revenge Party Janis, Damian, Cady, Ensemble

Fearless Gretchen, Karen, Cady, Regina, Ensemble

ACT I ACT II

Stop Damian, Ensemble

What's Wrong with Me (Reprise) Ms. George, Gretchen

Whose House Is This? Kevin G, Cady, Gretchen, Karen, Ensemble

More Is Better Cady, Aaron

Someone Gets Hurt (Reprise) Janis

Watch the World Burn Regina, Ensemble

I'd Rather Be Me Janis, Ensemble

Fearless (reprise) Cady

Do This Thing Cady, Ms. Norbury, Kevin G, Mathletes, Ensemble

I See Stars Cady, Full Company

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CAST

Cast Members

Cady Heron Cynthia Kleinhans

Janis Sarkisian Gyavaunna Especto

Damian Hubbard Riley Burow

Regina George Kyla Karasinski

Gretchen Wieners Mackenzie Cochenour

Karen Smith Analise Lesutis (Fri/Sun) Madysen Ray (Thurs/Sat)

Aaron Samuels Logan Schweitzer

Kevin Gnapoor Dayton Jackson

Mrs. George Francesca Stamerra

Ms. Norburry Izzabella Madden

Mrs. Duvall Cassiopeia Schneider

Mrs. Heron Carmen Pasquantonio

Mr. Heron Devin Reinhart

Coach Carr Annie Wilcox

Mathletes Dayton Jackson, Landon Onan, Devin Reinhart

Mathlete Moderator Livia Blazevich

Caroline K. Maura Tiboni

Marymount 1 Rylee Scott

Marymont 3 Abigail Catullo-McArdle

Marymount 2 Emma Link

Featured Dancers Mia Black, Livia Blazevich, Abigail Catullo-McArdle, Ka’rryn Lee, Emma Link, Cassiopeia Schneider, Rylee Scott, Maura Tiboni

Dance Captains Livia Blazevich, Rylee Scott, Maura Tiboni

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Mia Black

(Ensemble): Mia is a freshman and is a member of the Starlettes. She has been dancing since she was 1 1/2 years old and has learned many different styles of dance. She would like to continue participating in other musicals throughout high school. She would like to thank her mom and dad for always supporting and loving her. She dedicates this performance to her Aunt Christy who fostered her love of dance.

Livia Blazevich

(Featured Dancer, Co-Captain): You may have seen her in Mamma Mia! as a featured dancer! She is a senior who has performed in chorus concerts, Show Choir and the Titan Chorale. She is also involved in Tri-M and Starlettes. Livia plans to go to a four-year college to major in Business and minor in Psychology. She says, “I dedicate this performance to my family”.

Riley Burow

(Damien Hubbard): Riley is a junior in high school and has performed as Lord Farquaad in “Shrek the Musical”, Sky in “Mamma Mia”, Dave and Steve in “Almost Maine” and Corey and Stanley in “Our Place”. He is a member of Concert Choir and Show Choir. Riley plans to attend a four-year college majoring in Engineering with a minor in Film Acting.

Abigail Catullo – McArdle

(Featured Dancer): Abigail has been involved in Starlettes, a dancer in Mamma Mia!, plays flute in concert band, is a dancer at Rocket Dance Studio, and takes voice lessons at Mon River Arts. She plans to be in the musical next year, and after high school plans to go to college for Vet-Medicine. She would like to dedicate this performance to her family and close friends.

CAST BIOS

Mackenzie Cochenour

(Gretchen Wieners): Kenzie is a senior who performed as Young Fiona in Shrek The Musical when she was in 3rd grade and years later as a sophmore was in the same show, but as a Featured Dancer and Mama Bear. As a junior, Kenzie played the role of Rosie in Mamma Mia!. Kenzie is a member of the Starlettes, Wind Ensemble, Titan Chorale, and Show Choir. She is the Tri-M Music Honors Society Vice President and a member of NHS. Kenzie would like to thank her family for always supporting her and coming to see her perform. She would also like to thank her dance teachers and all of the musical staff for helping her to accomplish her goals and become more confident in her performances. Finally, she would like to thank Cindy, Riley, and Liv for being her biggest cheerleaders in both rehearsals and auditions.

Katie Cooper

(Ensemble, Janis Understudy): Katie is a freshman in the high school. “This is my first show, but I look forward to doing many more within the next 3 years while in High School. I plan on joining Pittsburgh Musical Theatre (PMT) next year and attending drama camp in the summer. I will continue to do what I love the most in life which is to act and sing. I am dedicating my first show to my grandmother. I miss you so much grandma. I hope that as you are looking down on me, you are smiling and saying how proud you are of me. I will remember your smile as I am performing, as it always lit up a room. I love you, and you will forever live on in my heart.”

Gyavaunna Especto

(Janis Sarkisian): Gyavaunna is a senior in high school and has appeared as Tilly in She Kills Monsters; The Wicked Witch, Queen Lillian and Ensemble in Shrek the Musical; Shelly in Almost Maine; and Liberty in Our Place. She plans to attend cosmetology school in June. This performance is dedicated to her Dad, Mom and Stepmom. Also to her sisters and brothers who “sat and listened to me sing my songs for hours on end.”

Kylie Hibbets

(Ensemble): Kylie Hibbets is a junior in high school. She has performed in Shrek the Musical and Mamma Mia. She plans to go to college for forensic psychology after her senior year. This performance is dedicated to my mom for always driving me and also Haley Pipich in stage crew for dealing with me backstage.

CAST BIOS

Emma Hohman

(Ensemble): Emma is a freshman and has been involved in choir, Path of the Titans, girls tennis and Drama club. Her future plans are to be involved in more musicals and go to college to be a graphic designer. Emma dedicates tonight’s performance to her dad in heaven. She says, “...I know that he is watching over me and is proud of who I have become, and that he will continue to watch over me and my growth.”

Lily Horvat

(Ensemble): Lily is a freshman performing in her first high school musical. She is a member of Concert Choir, Tri-M and West Mifflin Silks. At this time she is not sure where the future will take her but she does plan to attend college for something theatre related. She says, this show is “Dedicated to my sister, Morgan. She’s my muse and the reason I am who I am today. I would be nowhere without her. <3”

Bella Iera

(Ensemble): Bella is a sophmore and has performed in Mamma Mia! as a member of the ensemble and as Ann in Our Place. She plans to continue to perform in musicals and plays for the next two years and then go on to college for either Criminal Justice and Law or Literature. She would like to dedicate this performance to her best friends and cousins, Danya and Zoey.

Dayton Jackson

(Kevin G.): Dayton is in 9th grade and is excited to be debuting in his “first ever show!” His plans are to get into a place that aligns with his goals of becoming an actor, like AMDA. He just wants to have fun with whatever he does. Mr. Jackson says, “I dedicate this to my Mother who has been by my side for as long as I can remember. And to my Father who passed last year in October who never got to see me finally perform.”

Kyla Karasinski

(Regina George): Kyla is a junior in high school. You may have seen her last year as a featured dancer in Mamma Mia!. She is also a member of the marching band and is a cheerleader. Ms. Karasinski plans to participate in next year’s musical production. Once she graduates, her goal is to attend NYU to pursue Medicine and Writing.

CAST BIOS

Cythia Kleinhans

(Cady Heron): Cynthia is a senior who has been in multiple shows throughout her life. In 3rd grade she appeared in Shrek the Musical as young Fiona and then played the Dragon and Teen Fiona during her sophmore year. Her Junior year she starred as Donna in Mamma Mia!. She is the WMASD Titan Thunder Marching Band Drum Major and proud Student Secretary to Mr. Kesser. Cynthia would like to dedicate this show to her family and to her voice teacher (Erin Kesser) for always being encouraging and helping her to expand her abilities through different types of music!

Danica Kuhns

(Band Geek, Lion, Quartet, Ensemble): Danica is a junior in high school and has performed in Shrek the Musical and Mamma Mia!. She is also a member of the marching band and Tri-M. Danica would like to be involved in music again next year. When she graduates, she plans to attend college for Forensic Science. She says, “I want to thank my parents, brother, Emma Link and Analise Lesutis for supproting me so I can do the musical. I also want to thank my family for coming to see me perform.”

Ka’rryn Lee

(Featured Dancer, Ensemble): Ka’rryn is a junior in high school and performing in her second musical. She was in Mamma Mia! last year, is a member of the marching band and basketball team. Ka’rryn plans to go to college for Behavioral Science or Forensic Science. She dedicates this show to her mom, dad, sister Kylie, and dog “Sir Charles Barkley”.

Analise Lesutis

(Karen): Analise is a junior in high school and has performed in Shrek the Musical, Almost Maine, Mamma Mia!, and One-Stoplight Town. She is a member of the Drama II, Titan Chorale and Show Choir. Miss Lesutis would like to dedicate this performance to her parents, family members, friends, Mrs. Prutz, and best friends Emma, Cassie and Danica.

CAST BIOS

Alexis Lewis

(Sonja A., Ensemble): Alexis has also performed in Mamma Mia!. She would like to dedicate this show to everyone who has ever been bullied or put down by their peers.

Emma Link

(Ensemble, Featured Dancer): Emma is a junior in high school and has performed in Shrek the Musical, Mamma Mia!, Almost Maine, Our Place, One Stoplight Town, Revenge of the Dumb Blondes and the Shakespeare Monologue Competition. She is currently enrolled in Concert Choir, Show Choir, Drama and is a member of Tri-M. Miss Link plans to attend college and receive a bachelor’s degree. She would like to dedicate this musical to her family, friends, and anyone who has supported her through her high school musical journey so far. She says, “I would like to thank Mrs. Prutz for teaching me everything about theatre. I would like to thank Analise L, Danica K., and Cassi O. for being there along for the ride. This one is for you Winnie Cooper”.

Izzabella Madden

(Mrs. Norbury): Izzabella is a senior in high school and has performed in Mamma Mia! and Shrek the Musical. She has also performed in the fall play Our Place where she played the funny creepy little girl named Sherry. Her future plans are to move to California to possibly get featured on Netflix or Hulu. She says, “This is the stuff I dreamed of since I was a kid, so even if it’s tiring, I’m going to keep pushing forward.”

Madison Maholage

(Giraffe, Band Geek, Skeleton, Ensemble): Madison is a sophmore and Mean Girls is her first stage performance. She is a member of the soccer team, golf team and JROTC. After graduation She plans to go to college for Nursing or Health Care. She says, “I want to thank my parents, sister, boyfriend, Bella I. and Krystal R. for supporting me through my first musical! I also want to thank my family for coming to see me perform and for picking me up from all of the rehearsals.”

CAST BIOS

Cameron Morris (Ensemble)

Landon Onan (Mathlete, Ensemble)

Carmen G. Pasquantonio

(Mrs. Heron, Band Geek): Carmen is a junior in high school and has performed in West Mifflin’s productions of Shrek the Musical and Mamma Mia! She is also a member of the Titan Chorale and Tri-M. Her future plans are to attend Penn State for Education and Social Work with the goal of becoming a high-school English teacher. Carmen says, “My performance is dedicated to my Grandpa, Manny Ojeda, and all my patrons for believing in me.”

Madysen Ray

(Karen, Gangsta White, Ensemble): Madysen is a sophmore. She has previously performed in Mamma Mia! and the play Our Place. Madysen plans to go into the Psychology and or Arts field. This performance is dedicated to “my mom, my wonderful boyfriend Cam and his amazing family, my best friends Alli, Gina, and Ava. Also Dawn and Jason (my 2nd mom and dad). Thank you so much for always being there and keeping me happy <3.”

Devin Reinhart

(Mr. Heron, Mathlete, Ensemble): Devin is a senior in high school who is debuting in his first musical. After high school Devin plans to take a year off and then get a CDL. This performance is dedicated to his best friend, Lily Debiak.

CAST BIOS

Krystal Rodriguez Guzman

(Ensemble): Krystal is a sophomore performing in her first musical. She is involved in the ROTC, Titan Thunder Marching Band, drama club and ACE. She would like to dedicate this performance her grandmother (Mami Rosa) in Mexico.

Cassiopeia Schneider

(Ms. Duval, Featured Dancer): Cassiopeia is a senior in high school and has performed in She Kills Monsters, Shrek the Musical, Almost Maine, Mamma Mia, and One Stop Light Town. She is a member of Show Choir, Titan Choral, drama club, silks captain and Tri-M. Cassi plans to graduate from high school and continue participating in musical theatre and acting. Cassiopeia would like to give a big thank you to Mrs. Prutz, Jules Washington, Kayla Axelson, Linda Turner and Mr. Smeal for all of their hard work to put the show on! She says, “I’m going to miss you all so much, thank you for everything you’ve taught me!! I couldn’t have grown without all of you”.

Rylee Scott

(Featured Dancer, Dance Captain): Rylee is a junior and was a featured dancer in last year’s production of Mamma Mia!. She is a Starlette and also participates in dance outside of school. She hopes to be involved in dance for the rest of her time in high school. Rylee would like to thank her family for always supporting her in everything she does.

Logan Schweitzer

(Aaron): Logan is a senior in high school and as performed as Jake in Our Place, Pepper and Harry in Mamma Mia!, and Pete and Daniel in Almost Maine.

He is a member of Show Choir, drama, Intro to Musical Theater, Intro to Improvisation Theatre and Morning Announcements.

CAST BIOS

Francesca Stamera

(Mrs. George, Mrs.Buck, Ensemble): Francesca is a junior in high school and has performed in Shrek the Musical, Mamma Mia! and fall plays such as Almost Maine and Our Place. She is a member of the Concert Choir, Titan Chorale, drama club and Tri-M. Francesca would like to dedicate this performance to “Nunny” for her love of theatre.

Maura Tiboni

(Dance Captain, Caroline K): Maura is a member of the Starlettes and has danced outside of school for over 10 years. She plays the clarinet in Wind Ensemble and played in the pit Shrek the Musical. She was a featured dance in Mamma Mia! last year. Maura is also a member of NHS, Tri-M and Spanish Club. “I dedicate this performance to my family and friends for always supporting me!”

Annie Wilcox

(Coach Carr, Ensemble): Annie is a sophmore and has performed in West Mifflin’s production of Mamma Mia! She has also performed in musicals at her previous elementary school. She is inolved in drama and student council. Her future plans are to perform in any future productions at West Mifflin and to go to college. Annie would like to dedicate this performance to

Ensemble

Rockin' Around the Pole (vocals)

CAST

Cast Members (continued)

Landon Bingham, Mia Black, Livia Blazevich, Abigail Catullo-McArdle, Katie Cooper, Kylie Hibbets, Emma Hohman, Lily Horvat, Bella Iera, Dayton Jackson, Danica Kuhns, Ka’rryn Lee, Analise Lesutis, Alexis Lewis, Emma Link, Izzabella Madden, Madison Maholage, Cameron Morris, Landon Onan, Carmen Pasquantonio, Madysen Ray, Devin Reinhart, Krystal Rodriguez, Cassiopeia Schneider, Logan Schweitzer, Rylee Scott, Francesca Stamerra, Maura Tiboni, Annie Wilcox

Mackenzie Cochenour

Violin

Adrianna Fleckenstein

* Ms.Lerah Gordon

Tim Mitrik

Lily Debiak

Adam McElhinny

* Mrs. Nichole Thomas

Viola

Anna Curcio

Mia McDermot

Cello

Daviana Beatty

Leah Roberts

Isaac Wilson

*WMAHS Alumni

Sound Board

Kaylee Shaw

Joely Rager, Assistant

Light Board

Erica Brack

Tessa Butler, Assistant

Spotlight Operators

Elizabeth Battles

Abigail Bennett

Mean Girls Orchestra

Devon Smeal, Conductor

Flute

Marianna Bodzenski

Gracie Zagorski

Clarinet

Ms. Katie Russell

Alto Sax

Ava Burns

Tenor Sax

Charity Zagorski

Trumpet

* Mr. Tim Brutscher

Heather Hall

Trombone

Mr. Jeff Kesser

Mean Girls Technical Crew

Rigging

Kenneth VanMeter

Kagen Maditz

Ty Hickman

Deck Crew

Madelyn Harms

Bree Benson-Richards

Alyza Madden

Leah Weber

Katerina Rubright

Jasmine Youngman

Piano

* Ms. Rachel Kanczes

Ms. Diane McClintock

Guitar

Mr. Keegan Robertson

Bass

Tim Walasik

Drum Set

Mr. Tom Earley

Ms. Deb Weible

Percussion

Chase Benson-Richards

Aubrey Cherwinko

Dylan Gavron

Ryan Graham

Deck Leads

Emily Seech

Haley Pipich

Make-up and Costumes

McKenzie Allen

Addison Benson-Richards

Hallie O'Brien

Alaynna Pedrotty

Cameron Zabrowski

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Logan Schweitzer as Aaron Samuels Mackenzie Cochenour as Gretchen Wieners Cynthia Kleinhans as Cady Heron
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Madysen Ray as Karen Smith on Thursday and Saturday Riley Burow as Damian Hubbard Analise Lesutis as Karen Smith on Friday and Sunday
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Izzabella Madden as Ms. Norbury Dayton Jackson as Kevin Gnapoor Cassiopeia Schneider as Ms. Duvall
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Devin Reinhart, Izzabella Madden, Dayton Jackson, Cynthia Kleinhans and Landon Onan. Maura Tiboni, Livia Blazevich and Rylee Scott Annie Wilcox as Coach Carr
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Carmen Pasquantonio, Cynthia Kleinhans and Devin Reinhart
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From the Producer:

I would like to welcome you to “Mean Girls” and I really hope you enjoy the show!

The premise and storyline of “Mean Girls” was virtually unknown to me before this year. I must admit that, from what I did know, I thought it was probably just silly and crude. However, after reading the script and watching the show in preparation for conducting the orchestra, I found that the dialogue and songs speak a message to us about what too many people need to hear – being nice is cool. The show tells us that it’s “easy to be mean” and too often that is the case, especially in schools. While I certainly don’t want any bullies to be hit by a bus to learn that lesson, I have found this modern musical to be worth performing and hope you enjoy the music, the acting, the occasional “shock factor” jokes, and yes, the message that comes with it all.

As always, thank you all for your support and assistance in producing a great show!

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“Calling somebody else fat won’t make you any skinner. Calling someone stupid doesn’t make you any smarter.” Judging others won’t make you better than them. This is just one message that Mean GirlsHigh School Edition presents to the audience. Mean Girls tackles the complex and realistic life of the typical high school student and is based on Rosalind Wiseman’s 2002 book Queen Bees and Wannabees; which exemplifies the damaging effects bullying, social cliques, and peer pressure can have on teenagers. Tina Fey is the creative force behind the 2004 original screenplay and Broadway show, which was premiered in 2018.

I always tell my students that the purpose of theatre is to get the audience to think about an intended message. During the rehearsal process, I had the opportunity to have many discussions with the cast about how they feel when they are put in similar situations as the characters in the show. Some of the messages they have learned are: staying true to themselves, embracing girl power, building friendships, accepting others for who they are, being honest and loyal, and not letting social media control their lives.

Mean Girls High School Edition was not my original choice for the Spring Musical Production. When we did not get the rights to my original idea, I had to go back to the drawing board. I decided to give Mean Girls another look after reflecting about how much the students pestered me since last year about doing this show. I still was not convinced this was the right show for us; I did not feel it. But I decided to challenge myself to bring this show to fruition for the students. Through this process, I have learned to love this show and the songs, even if there is not one that you will find familiar. I have thoroughly enjoyed watching my students bring this story to life. On another note, this is honestly one of the most difficult shows that I have ever directed, and it would not be on this stage without the most amazing, talented, and dedicated production team and students.

To everyone: I have to say that I am very fortunate to work with you! We have persevered and overcame quite a few challenges to get this show ready. Congratulations to each and every one of you! Enjoy every moment as you perform. We are so very excited to bring this show to you and hope that you find our performance fetch. Yes, I am trying to make fetch happen.

Musically Yours,

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Mia Black

Pam Black

Paul Black

Nancy D'Andrea

Riccardo D'Andrea

Glenn Black

Jim Black

Deanna Black

Roseann Lauso

Roverta Lauso

Jacob Black

Christina Pollice

Nick Pollice

Olivia Pollice

Luke Pollice

Lorenzo Pollice

Jeremy Miller

Alli Mitler

Lucy Miller

Gaby Black

Vivi Black

MacKenzie Cochenour

Riley Mom

Dad

Grandma C.

Pap C.

Grandma M

Pop M.

Teddy

Anna Curcio

Mum

Dad

Samantha

Nicola's Kievit's Heid's

Heather Hall

Bob Hall

Bertie Marie Hall

Stephen Hall

Allie Azzarello

Stephanie Innamorato

Daniel Innamorarto

PATRONS

Emma Hohman

Luis Castillo

Mila Hoover

Samantha Hohman

Beth Hohman

Lily Horvat

Tracy Miljus

Lorie Phillips

Christine O'Lare

Shannon Miljus

Cynthia Kleinshans

Kirstin Myers

Ken Myers

Jacob Gordon

Olivia Gordon

Heidi McCracken

Flynn McCracken

Morgen McCracken

Kylie McCracken

Beth Catterall

Beth Beringer

Chris Kleinhans

Jane Kleinhans

Wendi Schlott

Holli Bobick

Kacie Titmus

Katie Kleinhans

Bob Kleinhans

Terri Kleinhans

Matt Cottrill

Casey Ulam

Ryan Ulam

Kerry Melega

Buddy

Ed Cottrill

David DePace

Brook Valentic

Nolan Morgan

Jenn Morgan

Derek Kleinhans

Mascara Family

Danica Kuhns

Jess + Joe Smiley

Lisa Spade

Dan Siciliano

Linda Morgan

Sandy Colabrese

Victoria Siciliano

Duane Kuhns

Dana Kuhns

Dillon Kuhns

Analise Lesutis

Casey Shoub Jr.

Joy Shoub

Ragan Shoub

Riley Shoub

Emma Link

Mom

Dad

Eric

Marissa

Grandma

Pap

Aunt Barb

Marlene

Adam Pasay

The Morrison's Leta Scavincky

Connie Jamison

Jackie Peer

The McGeever's Malaya Scott

The Fetsick's Lakira Opferman

Randi Koza

The Bakota's

Stephanie Einloth

The Tichon's Elaina Tichon

Colleen Stewart

Ron Strobel

The Kovalsky Family

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Emma Link (con't)

The Laush's

Heather Bennett

Misty Youkers

Bridget Lang

Tim Lang

Ryan Lang

Brittany Lang

Sal Kurtz

Mammy

The Chalmer's

Angie Milchalk

Adam McElhinny

Adam McElhinny Sr.

Michelle McElhinny

Katlyn McElhinny

Jerry McElhinny

R.K. McElhinny

PATRONS

Carmen G. Pasquantonio

Richard Pasquantonio

Patricia Pasquantonio

Richard M. Pasquantonio

Michel Corsi

Violet Pasquantonio

Luciano Pasquantonio

Matthew Pasquantonio

Aubrey Pasquantonio

Kailee Payne

Zeus Pasquantonio

Regis P. Ryan

Melissa Pasquantonio

Jake Dechant

Isaac Dechant

Nikki Gulli

Steven Pasquantonio

Elizabeth Wiley

Tracy Thompson

T.Woods

James Marshall

Patrick J. Pasquantonio

Carmen O. Pasquantonio

Manuel L. Ojeda

Debbie A. Ojeda

Jordann Daul

Kennedy Ojeda

Andrew Ojeda

Esteban Ojeda

Abuela Ojeda

Gene Ojeda

Teisha Stolich

Smokey Stolich-Ojeda

Tiffany Reese

Lamara Patrick

Sheila Devore

Melissa Clark

Biscuit Bacon Pasquantonio

Cheetah Orange

Pasquantonio

Bubbie Dworkin y Méndez

Pepita Dworkin y Méndez

Leah Roberts

Mom

Dad

Calvin

Cece

Dede

Bobby

Erica

Levi

Rylee Scott

Debbie Kostrub Scott

Mike Scott

Sebastion Scott

Mia Kovka

Brian Kostrub

Isaac Wilson

Mom

Dad

Eli

Daisy

Pastina

Grammy

Pap

Uncle Jim

Aunt Dawn

Maggie

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Acknowledgements

Jeff Kesser & Scott Mizener……Program Cover, Poster, & Design

Brian Mann..…………………………...T-Shirt Graphic Artwork Layout

Pittsburgh Musical Theater…………………………………Set Donations

Brian Mann and Lauren Rowe……….……………………Painted Props

South Park Theatre………………………….…………………Set Donations

April & Craig Donaldson………………………………….Scooter Donation

Wayne Werkmeister Photography………………………...Photographs

Rick Frisco & Video Productions Club…………………….Videography

Andrew Needham…………………………………….Musical Video Editing

Musical Parents Group…………Lunch Donation/LobbyDonations

Musical Parent Group Chairperson…………………………….Anita Link

Pizza Company, Munhall..................................Lunch Donation

Rhonda Turner………………………………………………for acquiring “Jazzy”

Nadine Cook and WM Custodian Staff for keeping our facilities clean.

Musical Parents Group for Fundraising and Assistance with student activities

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West MifflinArea School District

ADMINISTRATION

Mr. Jeffrey Soles, Superintendent

Dr. Jeffrey Solomon, Assistant Superintendent

Mr. Edward Wehrer, Director of Finance and Operation

Mrs. Noelle Haney, Director of Pupil Services, Dr. Dayna Sikora, Director of Special Education

Mr. Mark Zidek, Facilities Director

Mr. Chad Licht, HS School Principal

Mr. Robert Yeschenko, HS Assistant Principal

Dr. Brian Plichta, WMCA Principal

Mr. Mark Bonacci, MS Dean of Students

Mr. Bilal Cook, HS Dean of Students

Mr. Devon Smeal, Music Department Head

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Matthew J. Blazevich, President

Kevin Squires, Board Vice-President

Judith Ahern

Anthony DiCenzo

Mark R. Donahoe

Gina Englert

Joseph Gajdos

Janelle Kopay

Mark J. Yuhas

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