Shrek 2022

West Mifflin Area High School Presents

West Mifflin Area High School

Music Department PRESENTS

Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig

Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire

Music by Jeanine Tesori

Originally produced on Broadway by DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions

“I’m A Believer” by Neil Diamond

Shrek The Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.co.uk • www.mtishows.com • www.mtishows.com.au

Overture/Big Bright Beautiful World

Mama Ogre, Papa Ogre, Shrek

Story Of My Life Guard, Fairytale Creatures, Shrek

Don't Let Me Go Donkey

I Know It's Today

What's Up, Duloc?

Young Fiona, Teen Fiona, Adult Fiona, Fiona

Lord Farquaad, Duloc Performers

Travel Song Donkey, Shrek

Forever Donkey, Dragon

This Is How A Dream Comes True

Fiona, Shrek, Donkey, Dragon

Who I'd Be Shrek, Fiona, Donkey

ACT II

Morning Person Fiona, Ensemble

I Think I Got You Beat Shrek, Fiona

The Ballad of Farquaad

Lord Farquaad, Thelonius, Guards

Make A Move Donkey, Three Blind Mice

When Words Fail Shrek

Morning Person (Reprise) Fiona

Build A Wall Shrek

Freak Flag Fairytale Creatures

Big Bright Beautiful World (Reprise) Shrek, Ensemble

This Is Our Story

Fiona, Shrek, Donkey, Fairytale Creatures

CAST

Cast Members

Shrek Camryn Ignat

Young Fiona Victoria Carroll-Pierce (Thur/Sat) Sophia Minor (Fri/Sun)

Teen Fiona / Dragon / Tinkerbell Cynthia Kleinhans

Adult Fiona Shannon Miljus

Donkey Christopher Russell

Lord Farquaad Riley Burow

Pinocchio Kayla Brill

Sugar Plum Fairy / Gingy Emilie Mascara

Big Bad Wolf / Thelonius / Papa Ogre Dedris Davis Jr.

Three Little Pigs Cassidy Lippert Izzabella Madden Frankie Stamerra

White Rabbit, Knight Alaynna Rae Pedrotty

Fairy Godmother / Pied Piper Cassiopeia Schneider

Peter Pan Carleigh Hoover

Wicked Witch / Queen Lillian Gyavaunna Especto

Ugly Duckling Aziyah Washington

Papa Bear CoraLee Fitzhenry

Mama Bear Mackenzie Cochenour

Baby Bear Kagen Maditz

Mad Hatter, Dwarf, Knight, Happy Person, Guard Harley Bragg

Humpty Dumpty / Walter the Greeter Jocelyn Giuntini

Elf Jayda Scott

Three Blind Mice Tiona Gullen

Analise Lesutis Emma Link

Mama Ogre Cassidy Lippert

Young Shrek Brody Kocher

King Harold / Captain of the Guard Cullen Fleming

Little Red Riding Hood / Knight Taylor Nagy

Cast Members (continued)

Young Fiona (Thur/Sat) Victoria Carroll-Pierce

Young Fiona (Fri/Sun) Sophia Minor

Blue Bird, Blind Mice Tiona Gullen

Knights Harley Bragg, Kayla Brill, MacKenzie Cochenour, Dedris Davis, CoraLee Fitzhenry, Cullen Fleming, Tiona Gullen, Analise Lesutis, Emma Link, Izzabella Madden, Emilie Mascara, Taylor Nagy, Alaynna Rae Pedrotty, Frankie Stamerra

Happy People

Dancing Rats / Duloc Dancers

Harley Bragg, Jocelyn Giuntini, Tiona Gullen, Cynthia Kleinhans, Izzabella Madden, Taylor Nagy, Alaynna Rae Pedrotty, Jayda Scott, Frankie Stamerra

Kayla Brill, Mackenzie Cochenour, Gyavaunna Especto, Coralee Fitzhenry, Carliegh Hoover, Cynthia Kleinhans, Cassidy Lippert, Emilie Mascara, Cassiopeia Schneider, Jayda Scott, Aziyah Washington

"Forever" Back Up Singers Kayla Brill, Cassidy Lippert, Aziya Washington

Skeletons Tiona Gullen, CoraLee Fitzhenry, Carliegh Hoover, Emilie Mascara

"Forever" Singers as Knights

Executive Producer

Emma Link, Izzabella Madden, MacKenzie Coughnouer, Jayda Scott, Harley Bragg, Dedris Davis, Cullen Fleming

Production Staff

Devon Smeal

Artistic Director Melissa Prutz

Assistant Director

Orchestra Director

Kayla Axelson

Devon Smeal

Vocal Director Diane McClintock

Piano Accompanist

Regina Kettering

Choreographer Linda Turner

Assistant Choreographer

Costume Design

Stage Manager/Set Design/ Construction

Asst. Stage Manager / Sound Design

Julianne Washington

Alexis Zywan

Kevin Kocher

Tim Milko

CAST

Production Staff (continued)

Scenic Artist Kelsey Jamison

Lighting Design Kevin Kocher

Props Manager Rhonda Turner

Program Layout and Ads Design Jeff Kesser

Understudies

Shrek / Donkey Dedris Davis Jr.

Princess Fiona Cynthia Kleinhans

Lord Farquaad Cullen Fleming

Dragon Kayla Brill

Violin 1:

Alea Malloy*

Jenna Collins

Lily Debiak

Jessica Toomey

Violin 2: Adrianna Fleckenstein

Briauna Lewis

Tyler Maine

Makayla McShane

Viola: Samantha Curcio*

Rebekah Madjerich

Tavia Mitchell

Anthony Simm

Anna Curcio

Cello: Connor Bornak*

Elijah Wilson

Isaac Wilson

Leah Roberts

Double Bass: Tim Walasik*

Connor Sassic

Conductor: Mr. Devon Smeal

Ukulele: Briauna Lewis

Guitars: Mr. Jeremy Frantz+

Electric Bass: Tim Walasik

Flute: Gracie Zagorski*

Grace Michalski

Marianna Bodzenski

Clarinet: Caroline Veltri*

Maura Tiboni

Saxophones: Hayley Yniguez

Charity Zagorski

Trumpet: Patrick Bennett

Mr. Tim Brutscher+#

Trombone: Mr. Robert Patterson+

Drum Set: Mason Hagan

Andrew Ursiny

Percussion: Ryan Graham

Heather Zeigler

Piano/Keyboard: Mr. Jeff Kesser+

Ms. Regina Kettering+

Strings: Ms. Nicholle Thomas+

*=Section Leader/ Principal +=Professional Musician #=WMAHS Alumni

CREW

Student Lighting Design: Ivanna Lizarraga**

Student Assistant Lighting Designer: Alexis Zak**

Student Sound Designer: Billy Smith**

Student Assistant Sound Designer: Kaylee Shaw*

Student Scenic Artist: Emily Seech**

Spotlight and Light Board Technicians: Kaylee Stewart**, Erica Brack*, Haley Pipich*, Myles Johnson*

Deck Crew:

Lyannie Barone, Bella Morrison, Jocelyn Hart, Bella Gorga**, Hudson Priestley**, Alyza Madden**, Emily Seech**, Jacqueline Batch, Evan Broman, Leah Weber, Gabriella Zastko, Danica Bennet, Danika Conte*, Jaylyn Dimpel, Emily Toomey, Lauren Ruffing, Ryan Conley

Carpentry Crew:

Nikolas Craven, Evan Broman, Anna Curcio, Magnus Miller, Taylor Nagy, Austin Davis*, Sabrina Davis*, Eli Chonko*, Alexander Logue-Iera*, Quan Washington**, Elijah Neal**, Cody Makar**

Costume Crew Students: Bri Lewis and Dannielle Michaels

Parent Volunteers: Dawn Lippert, Anita Link, Michelle Lesutis and Amy Bennett

* Denotes member of Technical Theater 1 Class

** Denotes member of Technical Theater 2 Class

Acknowledgements

Jeff Kesser, Program Cover, Poster & Design

Brian Mann, T-Shirt Graphic Artwork Layout

Pittsburgh Musical Theater, Set Donations

Baldwin MS Theatre Department, Costume Donations

Wayne Werkmeister Photography, Photographs/Videography

Andrew Needham, Musical Video Editing

Rachel Kanczes, Audition Accompanist

Parent Group, Fundraising and Assistance with student activities

Bornak Family, Lunch Donations

Titan Band Parents, Lunch Donations

Harley Bragg as Mad Hatter, Dwarf, Knight, Happy Person, Guard

Harley is a senior performing in his third musical at WMAHS. He has performed in "Legally Blonde" and "The Addams Family." Harley has 10 years of dance experience. He was in Chorus for 6 years and Show Choir for 3. Harley is in the Titan Marching Band, Concert Band, and TLC. He is also an Eagle Scout with Troop 1111. His future plans are to attend College for Graphic Design or Culinary Arts.

Kayla Brill as Pinocchio

Kayla is a sophomore who is involved in the Titan Chorale and Show Choir. She is also the Tri-M Honors Society Secretary and the cocaptain of the cheer team. Outside of school Kayla has been a dancer for 8 years. Kayla says, “I would like to thank my Mom and Dad for always supporting me and always making sure I am happy. I love you guys unconditionally and thank you for always supporting my dreams.”

Riley Burow as Lord Farquaad

A freshman, Riley performs with the Chorus and you may have seen him in the Halloween, & Winter Concerts. He says, “I dedicate this to my Mom, who talked me into doing this show and to my Dad and Grandma who always support me. I also dedicate this to my girlfriend for helping me to gain confidence.”

Victoria CarrollPierce as Young Fiona (Thur/ Sat)

Is a 5th grader at West Mifflin Middle School. This is her first time singing on stage and her first musical. She also plays clarinet and violin at the middle school and takes ballet at Steel City Academy of Dance. She would like to thank her Mom for encouraging her to be young Fiona. She is looking forward to being involved in musicals when she is in high school. “Follow your dreams and you will make it far”.

Mackenzie Cochenour as Mama Bear

Kenzie is a sophomore who plays the flute in marching band and wind ensemble. Outside of school, she has been a dancer for 15 years. She previously played "Young Fiona" in Shrek the Musical when she was in 3rd grade. Kenzie would like to thank her Mom, Dad, grandparents, and her sister, Riley, for all of their love and support.

Dedris Davis Jr. as Big Bad Wolf / Thelonius / Papa Ogre

Dedris is an 11th grader that was part of “The Addams Family” cast, “The Actor Games cast, and is now in Concert Choir, Show Choir, Drama II, Drama Club, and Tri-M Music Honors Society. He plans to attend college for a Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Graphics, Teaching, and/or Acting/Performing Arts. His all-time dream is to work for a bigtime anime company or on Broadway/Hollywood. He says, “I want to dedicate this to my family & friends who have always been there for me. I want to thank my sister who always pushes me to stay determined.”

Gyavaunna Especto as Wicked Witch / Queen Lillian

Gyavaunna is a sophomore who played Tilly in “She Kills Monsters.” She plans to go to cosmetology school after high school and become a licensed hairstylist and make-up artist.

CoraLee Fitzhenry as Papa Bear

A junior, Coralee is a starlette in the Marching Band. She was also in the “Addams Family” cast and works at Eat n’ Park. CoraLee plans on going to school for carpentry. She says, “This is for Grandma, my Mom, my Dad, and my brothers.”

Cullen Fleming as King Harold / Captain of the Guard

A 12th grader, Cullen was in “She Kills Monsters” and plays in the high school orchestra and chamber strings. He plans to attend the University of Pittsburgh to study Psychology. He says, “I love theatre and the arts. I feel I can express my talents creatively and entertain people in a harsher world. I just want to strive to do my best.”

Jocelyn Giuntini

as Humpty Dumpty / Walter the Greeter

Jocelyn is a 10th grader who is a member of the Marching Band as a piccolo player. She is also a part of the Art Club and Drama Club. She says, “Shout out to my family and friends for listening to all of my crap! Love you guys.”

Tiona Gullen as Blue Bird, Blind Mice

Tiona is a sophomore that played Evil Gabby in “She Kills Monsters.” She also plays the violin in orchestra and is a member of the Volleyball Team (#9). Tiona hopes to go to Penn State for Meteorology.

Carleigh Hoover as Peter Pan

An 11th grade student, Carleigh was in the “Actor Games,” plays tennis, and is in Show Choir. She hopes to be a flight attendant, travel the world, help people, and help to make sure we get from point ‘A’ to point ‘B’ safely. She dedictaes this performance to her Mom, stepdad, sisters, brothers, aunts, and uncles, friends, & family.

Camryn Ignat as Shrek

Camryn is a senior who plans to go to school as an acting major. He says, “I have a passion for it and I have hopes of making it as a voice actor. I’d like to dedicate this performance to my family, as well as to my Mom and Dad who have given me endless support regarding my passion for acting. And to my best friends who I can rely on anytime I need them. Thanks for everything Austin, Josh, and Patrick. You guys are the best.”

Cynthia Kleinhans as Teen Fiona / Dragon / Tinkerbell

Cynthia is a sophomore who was previously in “Shrek the Musical” as Young Fiona in 2015. She also performed in the school talent show all 3 years at the Middle School. She also performed in "The Actor Games" and "She Kills Monsters" She says, “I would like to thank Erin Kesser for helping me with my music. She has worked so hard with me to make sure I am performance ready.”

Brody Kocher as Young Shrek

Brody Kocher is a 5th grade student at the Titan Cyber Academy. He is enrolled as a Tween student at PMT Conservatory where he has performed in A Lyrical Christmas Carol, Bye Bye Birdie Jr., The Little Mermaid Jr., Footloose Jr., Joseph, and he will be in the Children's Ensemble of Pittsburgh Musical Theater’s upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar. He would like to thank Mrs. Prutz for this opportunity, as well as his friends and family who always support him in everything he does!

Analise Lesutis as Blind Mice, Knight

A freshman, Analise hopes to be in a lot more shows and eventually have a career in acting or cosmetology. She dedicates this performance to all her family and friends, especially her parents, grandparents and two best friends Danica B. and Danica K.

Emma Link as Blind Mice, Knight

Emma is a freshman who performs in church and took singing lessons. She plans to do musicals for the rest of her high school career. Emma is dedicated to competitive cheer and is always trying her best, is always being herself, and takes pride in getting her homework done.

Cassidy Lippert as Mama Ogre

Cassidy is a junior who has always loved theatre. She has performed in productions of The Addams Family, She Kills Monsters and The Actor Games. She plays softball and is a member of the silks in the Marching Band. She hopes to continue with theatre and music in college. She is extremely grateful for all the support her friends and family have given her. She has always loved theatre and will love it forever more.

Izzabella Madden as Little Pig, Knight

A sophomore, Izzabella is in orchestra, Titan Chorale, and performed in the middle school talent show. She also worked with a dance program this past summer. She plans to go to NYFA after high school "It's just a dream, but I will do my best to make it true."

Kagen Maditz as Baby Bear

Kagen is a freshman who plans to graduate early and go to school in NYC to be a pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon. She dedicates her performance to Roy Howell.

Emilie Mascara as Sugar Plum Fairy / Gingy

Emilie is a senior who is in Drama Class and has performed in many productions, including: “Legally Blonde” – Pit Orchestra; “Clue” – The Singing Telegram; “The Actor Games” – Meryl; “She Kills Monsters” –Agnes. She dedicates this performance to her family “for always being my #1 supporters for every one of my shows.”

Shannon Miljus as Adult Fiona

A junior, Shannon was in the “Addams Family” as an ensemble member, is a starlette in the Titan Thunder Marching Band, and plays clarinet in the band as well. She plans to go to college for Marine Biology and to continue to work in music and musical theatre through college.

Sophia Minor as Young Fiona (Fri/Sun)

Is a 5th grader at West Mifflin Middle School. This is her first time singing on stage and her first musical. She is involved in soccer and dance. Her favorite dance style is hip-hop. She would like to thank her family for convincing her to tryout to be young Fiona. Sophia is looking forward to being involved in musicals when she is in high school.

Taylor Nagy as Little Red Riding Hood / Knight

Taylor is a freshman who participates in Drama Class and has been in choir since 6th Grade. She plans to take Drama 2 and Intro to Improv class and hope to attend Cal U to become a psychologist or veterinarian. She says, “I dedicate this to my little sister Mya, Uncle Calvin, Pap Bradley, my boyfriend Matt, Aunt Sammie, and my mother.”

Alaynna Rae Pedrotty as White Rabbit, Knight

Alaynna is a sophomore who performed in “Beauty & The Beast Jr” in 8th grade. She began singing in kindergarten and acting in second grade and instantly found a love for both. “Thank you to my family for always supporting me in what I do. Also to sister Janelle Banko for keeping my love of music going and teaching me all that I know!”

Christopher Russell as Donkey

A junior, Christopher is a member of the Drama Club and has performed in “The Little Mermaid” (Duquesne Elementary 2016), “She Kills Monsters” (WM 2021), and “Art Games” (WM 2021). He says, “It’s always been my dream to be a professional actor. I would love to star in at least one Broadway Production. Then I would become a talent agent and help talented children from Pennsylvania pursue their dreams.”

Cassiopeia Schneider as Fairy Godmother / Pied Piper

Cassiopeia is a sophomore who has performed in “Kenny’s Spooky Sock Off” and “Parker’s Dance Party” at Kennywood as well as “She Kills Monsters” at WMAHS. She plans to try her best to be at every rehearsal and help as much as she can.

Jayda Scott as Elf

A freshman, Jayda has performed in “The Little Mermaid” as Arista and “The Lion King” as Rafiki at Duquesne Elementary School. She plans to further her education in entertainment and interior design. Jayda plans to be in future shows and musicals through high school. Jayda wants to keep performing while trying to build a career in design.

Frankie Stamera as Little Pig, Knight

Frankie is a freshman who has performed a the Gemini Theater Company for the past two summers where she performed in "The Relics of Time" and "Comic Chaos." She has sung in school Choir since 6th Grade. She dedicates this performance to her Nanny since she has a love for musicals.

Aziyah Washington as Ugly Duckling

Aziyah is a sophomore who has been in shows since she was in the 4th grade. She always keeps her head up and takes every chance she gets to turn an opportunity into something great. She hopes to continue with music with the hope to be something BIG! She is grateful for everyone who has always been there for her.

Young Fiona, Teen Fiona and Princess Fiona (Thursday/Saturday Cast)

Young Fiona, Teen Fiona and Princess Fiona (Friday/Sunday Cast)

Three Bears

Three Blind Mice

Three Little Pigs

Gingy, Pinocchio, Dragon, Princess Fiona, Lord Farquaad, Big Bad Wolf, Donkey and Shrek

Knights of Duloc

Ogre Orchestra

Shrek Stage Crew

Shrek Production Team

Full Cast, Orchestra and Crew from Thursday Night.

Connor Bornak

Deborah Bornak

Jeffrey Bornak

Florence Bornak

Phyllis Clark

Allen Clark

Harley Giles Bragg

Linda Giles Bragg

Mallory Cummings

Michael Cummings

MaKenna Cummings

Marshall Cummings

Janel Needham

Andrew Needham

Elijah Needham

Oliver Needham

Zachary Bragg

Christine Kindler

Sophie Bragg

Nora McDonald

Susie Latkowski

Gary Latkowski

Mary Cummings

James Cummings

Joe Wunderlin

Holly Wunderlin

Laura Needham

Terry Needham

Norgren Dogs

Karen Norgren

Charlie Norgren

Jen Norgren

Marybeth Kelly

Gene Kelly

Pat Walzier

Jim Odelt

Kristen Lecorchick Bruner

Bill Bohm

Bernatte Weyandt-Bohm

Cameron Weyandt-Bohm

MacKenzie Weyandt-Bohm

Jane Suski

Ember Elridge

Jim Heinecke

David Bragg

Avery Bragg

Mr. & Mrs. Keith McKinney

Michael Kasyan

John Inglis

TITAN PATRONS

Harley Giles Bragg (cont.)

Christopher Black

Christopher Black

Diane Black

Allie Black

Evie Black

Alaynna Pedrotty

Charliss Pedrotty

Alyssa Ruhl

Becky Schran

Guy Schran

Kayla Brill

Manny Gardner

Chuck Learn

Audrey Miklusko

Roman Gardner

Heather Morris

Mike Morris

Gina Englert

Alysha Haduch

Riley Burow

Bella Kier

Reuben Miller

Coralee

Jenna Collins

Carol Dornin

John Collins

Jennifer Collins

Jessica Toomey

Jacob Collins

Samantha Curcio

Lisa Curcio

Ken Curcio

Tamyah Ray

Max Jackel

Jessical Toomey

Dedris Davis Jr.

Kari D.

Joyce A.

Conna P.

Nancy T.

Beth S.

Jenn B.

Kelli G.

Renee D.

Dedris Davis Jr. (cont.)

Sam S.

Kelly A.

Karen Petrisin, PA

Dr. Tu

Dr. Furlong

Maur S.

Abby Furlong

Karla H.

Conchitta H.

Diane R.

Dr. A Chatha

Kathy Simon

Mike Washington

Jason Thorton

Keyana McDonald

Kennedi McDonald

Wakela Jones

Raeja Morris

Daeja Morris

Taeja Morris

Steven Edmonds

Paris Wilson

Raylatte Beatty

CoraLee Fitzhenry

Shawna Fitzhenry

Jimbo Fitzhenry

Colin Fitzhenry

Caleb Fitzhenry

MiMaw Collins

Brian Gallagher

Gwen Martin

Bud Martin

Cindy Kelly

Murph Fitzhenry

Marie McBride

Colleen Ruby

Mya Mercede-Kelly

Kory Sanchez

Jonathan Kelly

Jaylynne Kelly

Mary Slobodnyak

Meghan Rice

Mark Ruby

"Watching from Heaven

Gram Fitz"

Adrianna Fleckenstein

Karla Fleckenstein

Dave Fleckenstein

Chris Fleckenstein

Mandy McMillen

Evelyn Burchianti

Eugene Burchianti

Jason Burchianti

Brenda Martin

Chris Martin

Brent Kolesar

Bella Kier

Aidan Munsie

Ricardo Lizarraga

Cullen Fleming

Kevin Ruhl

Veronica Ruhl

Alyssa Ruhl

Matthew Ruhl

Mary Fleming

Butch Fleming

Brennan Fleming

Nathan Fleming

Tiona Gullen

Nedene (Mom)

Darroyl (Dad)

Ariyana

Izaah

Dane Quinten

Sandy (Gram)

Mason Hagan

Carol Dornin

Nichole Hagan

Butch Hagan

Jessica Toomey

Jenna Collins

Carleigh Hoover

Gramma Debbie Wingerson

Seaton McDowell

Chris Hoffler

Jacque Brown

Eric Thomas

Ange Mandella

Hillery Chadderton

Domenic Mazzocca

Reeva Larkin

Rachel Scheaffer

Camryn Ignat

Otto Todd

Major Harbula

Soleil Mollenthiel

Taylor Benefiel

Josh Kisner

Reaghan Brock

Zachariah Westbay

Abbey Cooke

Analise Lesutis

Alan Lesutis Family

Your Family

Gree

Grampy

Chris Shoub Family

The Gimigliano Family

Casey Shoub Family

The Lacina Family

Emma Rae Link

Mom and Dad

Eric

The Pielins

Grandma

Grandpap

The Tichons

Izzabella Madden

Annonymous

Annonymous

Nick Stephanouic

Kagen Maelitz

Clay Henry

T. Ferguson

WM Ski Club

WM Ace Students Bandit

Mr. Inglis

Mrs. Philips

Don

Allen

Jerry

Harold

Austin Rust

Jules Rust

Frank

Stewart

Gustav Felipe

Timothy Gregory

Emilie Mascara

Derek Kleinhans

Noah Mascara

Shannon Miljus

Gina Englert

Gianna Baker

Judy Hall

Jules Washington Family

Emma Bost

Laura Waugaman

Uncle Joe

Aunt Twila

Janay

Uncle George Nanny

Taylor Nagy

Desiree Cherepko

Mrs. Peremba

Christine O'Lare

Lorie Phillips

Tom Nassida

Amy Jo Clark

Alaynna Rae Pedrotty

Joanne Sasser

Ed Link

Virginia Barnes

Krystal Sasser

Charliss Pedrotty

Dawn Kotuce

Tish Cosgrove

Connor Petro

Will Frank

Andrew Kotuce

Jack Mitchell

Colt McCrum

R.J. Frank

Damien Pedrotty

Ray Delgado

Cassie Kovalsky

MaryAnn Pedrotty

Jim Miller

Abby Petro

Diane Bauer

Donald Pedrotty

Kip McCrum

Richard Barker

Laurie Samper

Rob Halsauer

Tom Petro

Alaynna Rae Pedrotty (cont.)

Cal Kincaid

Logan Grossi

Mitchell Family

Linda Giles Bragg

Harley Giles Bragg

Joy Laeghery

Lisa Halsauer

Den Numer

Gina Ciletti Wolford

Ben Scherz

C. Ray Price

Nate Phillips

Hannah Scherz

Jerry Berger

John Gasper

Halsauer Family

Kaylee Shaw

Leah Roberts

Dad

Mom

Calvin

Cece

Dede

Bobby

Erica

Levi

Christopher Russell

Geneva Washington

Mom

Dad

Mr. Charles

Aunt Dom

Mrs. Pat

Uncle Sty

Cassiopeia Schneider

Emily LaShuk

Nicholas Kusuma

Natalee Langsdorf

Riley Burow

Kylie Hibbets

Charles Schneider

Jayda Scott

Andress Wiggins

Lorraine Scott

Ray Scott

Mr. Kelley

Jayda Scott (cont.)

Mr. Ray

Karen Hilt

Ty Coleman

Joanne Scott

Ms. Gail

Aunt Tanya Rigney

Nicole Scott

Anthony Simm

Al Simm

Ruth Simm

Gabe Simm

Savanna Anastas

Casey Anastas

Maura Tiboni

Andrew Sandora

Courtney Sandora

Dorothy Tiboni

Fernada Shaw

Timonthy Walasik

Bo McDonald

Gina Caito

Pap Pap

Sharon

Aunt Marcy

Elijah Wilson

Grammy

Pappy Mom

Dad

Pastina

Daisy

Bubba

Isaac Wilson

Grammy

Pappy Mom

Dad

Pastina

Daily Bu

Charity Zagorski

Aunt Sandy

Aunt Traci

Rege & Patti Derry

Gracie Zagorski

Aunt Sandy

Aunt Traci

Rege & Patti Derry

Alexis Zak

Kimberly M. Evans

Connor Sassic

Rebecca Connor

Lawarence Hughes

Special Thank You

To all of our Titan Patrons!!!

From the Producer:

I would like to welcome you to “Shrek, The Musical,” I really hope you enjoy the show! Although we have produced this show in the past, the production staff thought this was the perfect way to return from a 2-year absence from musical theatre at West Mifflin. We started the process of auditions in September and since January, the staff and students have been building sets, preparing the orchestra, and rehearsing the songs and scenes – thank you students of the cast, crew, and orchestra for your hard work. I want to also thank all the staff, parents, and students for making all of this happen through volunteer time and fundraising. Thanks also to the businesses and families that continue to assist us (through ads and donations) in our efforts to expose students to the arts so they may gain an understanding of humanity as they can only through the unique opportunity that is the theater. No matter the show or the content, the stage is a place to learn about people. How to interact, support, empathize, cheer for, ignore, or when all else fails – coexist. After so many months of social distancing, it is sometimes difficult to remember how to interact with real people and can be scary at times to be ourselves. Sometimes it is easier to be an Ogre, build a wall, and do a ‘one man conga line,’ but does that really give us a chance at that ‘big, bright, beautiful world’ that we all long for? The fairy tale creatures of Dulac sum it up best when they tell us to “let your freak flags fly!”

Again, thank you all for your support and assistance in producing a great show! From the moment you walk in the doors to the final bows and the finale, I hope you are entertained!

Mr. Devon Smeal Producer

From the Director:

In theatre, the definition of an obstacle is a problem or challenge that gets in the way of a character trying to achieve his or her goal. After watching the news for several weeks back at the beginning of 2020 and hearing about Covid 19, I wondered if it would impact our production of “The Addams Family”. Little did I know that on March 13, 2020, it would drastically change our lives. When Mr. Licht made the announcement that school would be closed for two weeks, I frantically began planning a new schedule and dates for the musical. Unfortunately, “The Addams Family” never was performed in front of an audience and I was devastated for myself, the students, and staff who worked tirelessly to put up the show. This year I battled with whether to attempt to put on a musical production in all this uncertainty. However, after months of research, discussions with the staff, we agreed upon “Shrek the Musical”. Now what? How do we pull this off when our students have not had a proper vocal, acting, instrumental, and technical theatre education in almost two years? This production has had its share of challenges, nevertheless, we have done it! We have overcome our obstacles and accomplished our goal! We were able to give the students on stage, behind the scenes, and in the pit the experience that they have missed for two years!

The cast has been such a joy to work with throughout the production and I praise them for accepting the challenge of putting on a show in this time of uncertainty. It is so inspiring to see our students grow into responsible, respectful young adults, learn about music theatre, and watch them become a family. I have thoroughly enjoyed collaborating and working with our outstanding musical production staff. Thank you to all the students in the cast, pit, and crew, for they have awakened musical theatre in the West Mifflin Area High School auditorium again! So tonight, know that everyone involved has given so much to bring “Shrek the Musical” to life for all of you in the audience. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for supporting us and giving us this opportunity to shine tonight.

Musically Yours,

Mrs. Melissa Prutz

Artistic Director

West Mifflin Area School District

ADMINISTRATION

Mr. Jeffrey Soles, Superintendent

Dr. Jeffrey Solomon, Assistant Superintendent

Mr. Josepth Esper, Board Secretary/Business Manager

Mrs. Sandy Wells, Director of Buildings and Grounds

Mrs. Leah Sylvis, Director of Pupil Service

Mr. Chad Licht, High School Principal

Mrs. Melissa Welsh, Assistant High School Principal

Mr. Robert Yeschenko, Assistant High School Principal

Mr. Devon Smeal, Music Department Head

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Matthew J. Blazevich, Board President

Debbie Kostelnik, Board Vice-President

Judith Ahern

Anthony DiCenzo

Mark R. Donahoe

Gina Englert

Jonathan Mattis

Kevin M. Squires

Mark J. Yuhas

Concert Etiquette

Welcome back to live theatre! Audiences are set to enjoy the entertainment from performing ensembles of all kinds for the first time since before the beginning of the pandemic. Please remember the following guidlines for live performance so that all in attendance can enjoy our show.

1. Be on time. It shows respect for the actors on the stage and for your fellow theatergoers.

2. Go to the restroom before you sit down or during intermission, not during the performance. It will not only be disruptive to persons seated in your row and the rows around you, but also to the actors and musicians performing.

3. Unwrap any cough drops or candy before the show begins. The only sounds one should hear at a performance should be coming from the stage.

4. Do not fidget. It can be very distracting to persons sitting around you.

5. Keep your shoes on. Really wherever you are in public, unless you are in the park perhaps, your shoes should be kept on.

6. Do not eat potato chips, pretzels, or any other crunchy snack during a live performance.

7. Do not talk during a live performance once it has begun.

8. Take your hat off if you are wearing one that might block another person’s view.

9. Avoid wearing too much perfume or aftershave and scented lotions. Although breath mints help when sitting close to others!

10. Respect the space of the persons on either side of you. Try to stay within the boundaries of your own chair; do not take both arm rests.

11. Stay awake. Snoring, or leaning your head on a neighbor’s shoulder when you fall asleep is absolutely unacceptable.

12. Turn off your cell phone. As soon as you sit down, turn of your cell phone and put it away. Enjoy the experience of a live performance!

13. Do not sing along. Unless asked to sing along by the actors on the stage, refrain from singing, humming, or whistling the tunes you hear.

14. Be receptive to the performers! Do show your appreciation by laughing and clapping at the appropriate times! They are so happy to see you have fun!

By Patricia Napier-Fitzpatrick, www.etiquette-ny.com

Thank you for your attendance tonight and for showing your respect for our hard working students by following these guidlines for audience etiquette. We hope that you thoroughly enjoy our production of "Shrek the Musical."