West Moreton Anglican College acknowledges the Yugara people as the First Nation custodians of the land on where our College stands.
For thousands of years the Yugara people have gathered on this country, to share knowledge, stories and teachings.
Tonight, as has happened in the past to this moment and will continue, people have gathered to share a story. A modern story told in our way. We will do this through movement and songs, continuing a legacy of practice.
To the First Nation custodians of Tulmur, Ipswich, we pay respects to your language, lores, customs, creation stories, culture and traditions.
We pay tribute to Elders: past, present and to be.
Welcome from the Principal
Welcome to WestMAC’s production of The Addams Family!
We are thrilled to have you join us for an evening of unforgettable performances. This production is a testament to the creativity and dedication of our students and staff, who have poured their hearts into bringing these beloved characters to life. We hope you enjoy every moment of this spooky and spectacular show.
Putting on a production of this scale requires immense effort and collaboration. Our talented students have spent countless hours rehearsing, perfecting their roles and working together as a team. Behind the scenes, our dedicated staff, parents and volunteers have been tirelessly supporting them, from designing sets and costumes to managing the technical aspects of the performance. It has truly been a collective effort, and I am incredibly proud.
Thank you for your continued support of the College’s Arts Program. Your presence here tonight means the world to us and to our students.
We hope you leave with wonderful memories. Enjoy the show!
Mr Andrew Peach
From the Director
Welcome to our production of The Addams Family. The moment we first heard that iconic theme tune, we knew we were going to create something both hilariously dark and delightfully heartfelt.
This show, at its core, is about the chaos and joy that happens when two very different families collide,one traditionally quirky and macabre, the other uptight and “normal”. And in the middle of it all is young love, awkward dinner conversations, and the all-too-relatable struggle of letting go and growing up.
Directing this ghoulish cast has been an absolute joy. The characters of The Addams Family are big, bold and often outrageous (much like our students!), but beneath the surface, they each carry a truth about love, identity and acceptance. Our students have worked incredibly hard to find those truths, while also embracing the over-the-top humour and gothic charm the show is known for. It’s been wonderful to watch them lean into the physicality, timing and musicality that this production demands.
One of the central themes of The Addams Family is the idea that we all carry a bit of the weird and wonderful inside us, and that’s something to be celebrated, not hidden. Whether you’re a Morticia, a Gomez, or maybe even a Fester at heart, there’s room for you at the WestMAC table. Our goal with this production was to bring that sense of belonging to the forefront, alongside the laughs, the ghoulish gags and a whole lot of Full Disclosure.
This production wouldn’t have come to life without the dedication of our creative team, backstage crew, musicians and, of course, the incredible cast. Their commitment, creativity and courage to take risks have made this a show to remember.
Thank you for joining us tonight. We hope you laugh, cry and maybe even see your own family in the oddball Addams’. After all, what is “normal,” anyway? Enjoy the show!
Ms Cassie Hoiberg
From the Musical Director
Over the last two decades, WestMAC has established a reputation for presenting high quality musicals with professional production and performance standards. Part of maintaining that reputation is choosing musicals that offer opportunities for our student performers to shine, with enough challenge to stretch them and provide them with a rewarding experience. Anyone familiar with the 1960s TV series, The Addams Family, would know the distinctive opening theme; a rising four-note motif played on the harpsichord, repeated in sequence and interspersed with finger snaps.
Over the decades it has become ubiquitous, turning up in the most unexpected places, even Twenty-20 cricket matches. However, you would be mistaken to think that is all there is to the music of Andrew Lippa’s musical. This show is a treasure trove of musical riches, encompassing an extraordinary range of styles from vaudeville to rock, all with a heavy dose of Latin influence.
See if you can spot the references to Debussy’s Claire de Lune and Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess
This makes for a highly engaging and entertaining show, but also for some significant challenges for our young performers. The vocal ranges are extreme, the harmonies are complex and the rhythms are highly syncopated with frequent changes of tempo and meter. All of this adds up to exactly the right vehicle to showcase the performance skills of our fantastic young cast.
Our highly talented and collaborative production team has worked tirelessly to ensure that the students are as well prepared as they can be.
So, welcome to The Addams Family. I am confident that this production will entertain you and continue the tradition of fantastic WestMAC musicals.
Mr Neil Flottmann
From the Choreographer
Choreographing The Addams Family has been an incredibly rewarding and creatively fulfilling experience. From the very beginning, our talented students at WestMAC have approached every rehearsal with energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to dive headfirst into the weird, wonderful world of the Addams. They embraced our most creative, and at times completely insane ideas with a smile, giving their all to bring this production to life. It’s been a fantastic opportunity to experiment with a range of dance genres and styles, blending them with the dark, eerie, and almost otherworldly movements that define The Addams Family’s unique charm.
Collaborating with Cassie Hoiberg and Tobey Ogilvie on several pieces added great depth and fun to the process and working alongside Neil Flottmann allowed us to ensure the choreography enhanced the musical performances. I’m extremely proud of the final result; this production is a true testament to the creativity, dedication and outstanding talent of our WestMAC students.
Miss Rhiannon Strohben
Synopsis
The Addams Family presents a delightfully original tale that captures every father’s worst nightmare. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, is all grown up and in love. Her chosen one? A kind, intelligent young man from a respectable, all-too-normal family. The twist? Her parents have never met him. To make matters worse, Wednesday shares her secret only with her father, swearing him to secrecy. Now, Gomez Addams faces an unthinkable dilemma: hiding something from his beloved wife, Morticia. The stage is set for a night of chaos, secrets and surprises as the Addams’ host an unforgettable dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his perfectly proper parents.
Musical Numbers
ACT I ACT II
Musical Director
Neil
Reed
Louie
Sarah
Ariel Farquhar
Tina Paliadelis
Trumpet
Tamaryn Mirabito
Trombone
Ellie Hayes
Percussion
Cameron Kennedy (Alumni 2005)
Drums
Oscar Addison (Alumni 2024)
Violin
Miriam Farquhar
Caitlyn North
Emma Williams
Cello
Jasmine Feltham
Laura Williams
Arthur Giannios
Guitar
Jack Richardson
Keyboard
Bruce Ramm
Keyboard
Michelle French
Principal Roles
Gomez Addams Max Rossow
Max, a Year 12 student who joined the College in 2021, is a passionate and talented trumpeter, having played since Year 3. He has proudly represented the College at numerous events, including performing The Last Post at ANZAC and Remembrance Day services. This marks his second musical and his first lead role. Max has thoroughly enjoyed stepping into the shoes of Gomez Addams, bringing a dash of Spanish flair and charm to the stage. Gomez welcomes you into the Addams’ manor. He hopes you enjoy a delightfully “normal” evening… whatever that may mean!
Morticia Addams Anna Fazackerley
Anna is a Year 12 student passionate about the performing arts. Since joining the College in 2019, she’s lit up the stage in every production, from Nessa Rose in Wicked to Maria’s understudy in West Side Story, and now as the iconic Morticia Addams. Bringing Morticia’s elegance, authority and dark charm to life has been a joy for Anna. She enjoys portraying this complex character and connecting with audiences through Morticia’s unforgettable presence. As Morticia says, “Normal is an illusion, darling, what’s normal for the spider is a calamity for the fly.”
Wednesday Addams Sophie Mullens
Sophie is in her final year at the College and has proudly taken part in the last two musicals. She’s also actively involved in the local musical theatre scene, including with the Ipswich Musical Theatre Company. Sophie loves everything about musical theatre, including the sense of community and the chance to bring a variety of characters to life on stage. This time, she’s had a delightfully gloomy experience portraying Wednesday Addams and hopes that, for the sake of her impending marriage, we can all enjoy just one normal night!
Pugsley Addams Jesse Frommelt
Jesse has been at WestMAC since Year 7 and already boasts an impressive list of musical theatre achievements, including roles with Queensland Theatre Youth Ensemble, Ipswich Musical Theatre Company and most recently, Switch Up Productions. He is passionately working towards a career in musical theatre and the future looks very bright! This time, Jesse brings Pugsley to life, sharing a unique kind of sibling love through constant insults and hopes you have the most delightfully painful experience.
Grandma Layla Fulton
Layla is a Year 12 student taking part in her first musical. Her love for theatre began at age five when she saw The Phantom of the Opera live with her dad, and she’s been enchanted by musicals ever since. Layla has had a blast bringing Grandma’s humor and wild spirit to life, fully embracing the character’s quirky charm and mischievous antics. Grandma invites you to sample any one of her mysterious potions, but watch out for where the wind’s blowing, as things might get a little unpredictable!
Principal Roles
Fester Callum Brady
Callum has been a student at the College since Year 7 and is a natural-born performer. He loves sharing his musical talents with the community through his active involvement in both the Arts curriculum and extracurricular activities. Callum has thoroughly enjoyed bringing to life the playful and lovable nature of Fester, everyone’s favourite uncle. With a heart full of love, Fester encourages you to embrace the unknown and boldly move toward your darkness.
Lurch Samuel Markotsis
Year 10 student Samuel comes from a very musical upbringing. He has played cello since Year 3 and percussion since joining the College in Year 8. This is Samuel’s first musical and he has found Lurch to be a very comfortable role to play. He loves that Lurch has so much personal expression and is excited to bring the character to life on stage. As the loyal and mysterious butler of the Addams family, Lurch plays an important role in their quirky world, mostly by towering silently and scaring away unwanted visitors!
Lucas Beineke Joshua Ngo
Joshua is a Year 11 student with a particular talent for karaoke. This is his first full musical production, and he is thoroughly enjoying making new connections with his castmates and friends throughout the rehearsal process. Joshua has loved bringing to life the nerdy, shy Lucas as he nervously navigates his big feelings for Wednesday and tries to fit in with the Addams clan. Lucas hopes the musical isn’t too crazy for you and that you have a fantastically weird and wonderful time!
Alice Beineke Ruby Wilson
Ruby’s been at the College since Prep day one, A talented singer who loves having fun. Her first musical role, a lead she’ll embrace, Playing Alice with charm, style and grace. A proper housewife who’s patiently waiting, But one sip of Grandma’s brew sets her crazy, frenzied and shaking! She tosses aside rules, lets her wild side flow, Revealing a spark that’s ready to show!
Mal Beineke Samuel Wicks
Samuel has been at the College since Prep, with a brief move to England before returning in Year 6. He has a strong passion for music, playing piano, cello and singing. Samuel is thoroughly enjoying playing Mal Beineke because he feels he can just be himself - sarcastic, sensible and witty. Mal hopes you try to have a normal night with normal people, but how can you when you’re with the Addams family?
Cast Ancestors
Conquistador Joshua Giansiracusa-Short
High Society Female Alyssa Moorhouse
Saloon Girl Sophia Markotsis
Bride Isla Camilleri
Caveman Michael Blake
Gabriella Parikh Emmeline Powell
Flapper Sarah Kuppens
Soldier Maximillian Meier
Gambler Oliver Prickett
Ivanna Amorer Olivia Behrendorff Charlotte Blake
Amelia Bradley
Sophie Broadhead Ryley Brown Jordan Cain Abbey Cairns
Katy Charlwood Melicia Corney Oliver Drysdale
Kylah Gough
Bella-Maree Hartigan Kassidy Hinrichsen Mitchell Howard
Harmony Longden-Laurie
Shivawn Macdonald-Mall
Eliza Kippen
CJ Leeson
Zoe Newham
Production Team
Chelsea Rogerson
Natasha Schelbach Shayla Shepherd
Ryder Tully Zoe Turner
Miriam Walker Stella Walsh
Maya Skilton Flight Attendant Caela Segon
Puritan William Stroud
Bella Want Emily Westhead
Annabel Weston
Genevieve Weston Olivia Weston
Front of House Manager Heath Del Favero
Production Crew: Backstage
Lacey Edwards
Aidan Govier
Abby Jennings
Elanor Teakle
Production Crew: Front of House
Ava Footer
Kirra Gaff
Makayla Loorents
Abi Konstanciak
Elizabeth Rea
Olivia Scott
Samuel Stroud
Bronte Wright
Production Team: Technical
Lawson Conallin
Xavier Jennings
Annika Kolomeitz
Alexander Markotsis
Acknowledgements
Catering and Parent Support
Friends of the Arts
Ipswich Civic Centre
Marketing and Communication
Tamaryn Cammarano
Emma Filippi
Carol Goodwin
Administrative Support
Kerri Ellis
Janet Kennedy
Photography
Sal Alas
Production Support
CPC Productions
WestMAC Facilities Team
Set and Property
Construction
Errol Anderson
Robert Noble
Annabel Simmonds and Certificate III in Visual Art Students
Set and Property Support
Savoyards Theatre Company
Lyn Pelgrave from The Theatre Factory
Staff Volunteers
Alison Costa
Karen Gerchow
Sebastian Hart
Louisa Lawless
Emma Mitchell
Sam Thompson
Aimee Turner
Jessica Wilson
Nikita Weal
Thank You
The WestMAC Musical is a treasured biennial tradition that celebrates the rich talents of our Performing Arts students through an exciting fusion of music, dance and theatre.
When The Addams Family was announced as our 2025 musical, we knew we were in for a spooktacular adventure full of quirky charm, unforgettable characters and an eerily catchy score.
With such a bold and eccentric production, the bar was set high and to meet that challenge, there are many people we wish to acknowledge and thank sincerely for helping bring this thrilling show to life.
From the first round of auditions to the final curtain call, countless hours were poured into bringing The Addams Family to life on the Civic Centre stage. Our dedicated musical team devoted late nights, weekends and creative energy to ensure WestMAC students had an experience that was not only authentic but professionally executed. To these phenomenal staff members, we say a heartfelt THANK YOU. Thank you for walking this delightfully twisted journey with us, offering endless support, direction, feedback, encouragement and challenge, all of which helped each of us grow as performers and creators.
A special thank you to our fearless and imaginative Director, Ms Cassie Hoiberg; our outstanding Musical Director and Vocal Coach, Mr Neil Flottmann; our dynamic Choreographer, Miss Rhiannon Strohben; our brilliant Assistant Director, Miss Tobey Ogilvie (Alumni 2023); our passionate and ever-organised Producer, Ms Tina Paliadelis; our creative and very detailed Costume Co-ordinator, Mrs Rhonda Jackson; and our dedicated Props, Sets and Stage Manager, Mrs Lily Wood. We also extend our gratitude to the talented Assistant Stage Manager, Mrs Elsie Bredhauer; our Front of House Manager, Mr Heath Del Favero; and our incredible Technical and Lighting Manager, Mr Graham Charles. We also thank CPC Production and the Ipswich Civic Centre for helping us bring the spooky world of The Addams Family to the stage, sound and lighting.
Thank you to all our 2025 team, students and staff who gave their time and talents behind the scenes to produce the amazing show that it was. Thank you for helping create an unforgettable experience for all involved. And finally, to our parents, carers and families, thank you for being our behind-the-scenes superheroes: chauffeurs, costume assistants, our biggest fans and everything in between. Even if we forget to say it, your support means the world to us and allows us to pursue and share our passion for performing.
Anna Fazackerley (Morticia Addams) and Max Rossow (Gomez Addams) Year 12, 2025
