Welcome! I hope you are ready for another fantastic performance by one of our very talented performing arts programs! Thank you for attending and supporting the arts at Santa Margarita Catholic High School. The students enrolled in the SMCHS performing arts program are quite talented young men and women, and we are blessed they are on our high school stage. Guided and mentored by a premier group of dedicated and talented faculty, I am quite certain this performance will bring additional recognition and honor to SMCHS. As principal, I am immensely proud of these young men and women, as well as their teachers and leaders, and honored to be part of such a wonderful team.

The arts are an integral part of a high school student’s life providing numerous academic, social and emotional benefits for all students. Whether through instrumental music, choir, dance, theatre, handbells, tech crew or improv, the arts provide balance and can complete a student’s whole educational experience here at SMCHS.

Our Lord, through the love of Christ, has greatly blessed us with a faculty and staff who teach, inspire and lead these young men and women. Often, they are helping many of them prepare for a career in the arts. Our patroness St. Margaret Mary Alacoque stated, “May faith be the torch which illuminates, animates, and sustains you.”

When experiencing the amazing gifts and talents of our students in the arts, this quote may come to mind. In every performance the SMCHS Performing Arts Department lives the school’s charism of Caritas Christi – the love of Christ – by illuminating, animating and sustaining us in many different ways. We come together with gratitude to our gracious God for the great gift of these students and educators and for you, the wonderful supporters of the program, who join us today.

Caritas Christi, Cheri L. Wood, Principal

“An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered. An inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered.” – G.K. Chesterton

It has been an incredible adventure; an arduous journey filled with uncertainty surrounding a global pandemic, isolation of remote learning, and the occasional stumble into a pitfall of technology. And yet, unsurprisingly, the faculty, staff, and students of the Performing Arts Department have braved the journey with optimism and a bold readiness to step into the unknown, unafraid and resilient of whatever challenge awaits. And so it is with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that we share this particular moment of our journey with you tonight. Thank you for being here to witness and support the

extraordinary efforts of these incredibly dedicated and talented people. SMCHS is proud to be the premiere Catholic high school in South Orange County. Even though the previous season was cut short last March, the Dance program received multiple first place awards in national competitions. The Vocal and Instrumental Music programs were awarded numerous trophies and superior ratings at festivals. The SMCHS Symphony Orchestra performed brilliantly at the Reneé and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. Lastly, the Talon Theatre production of “Into the Woods” was a digital triumph. Once again, SMCHS performances were commensurate with the finest arts education institutions offered in South Orange County, and this year is no exception. Moving forward, we are extremely proud to present the 2020-2021 season. This season will surely demonstrate a newfound sense of appreciation for the artistry, talent, and excellence that is customary for SMCHS Performing Arts. It is this sense of pride, accomplishment, excellence, and community support for continued growth that inspired the creation of this program cover. Thank you to our sponsors for your generous donations. Your gift has a direct impact on the entire Performing Arts Department. Thanks to your partnership we are able to provide students with opportunities they would not have otherwise. For example, you may be watching a digital production through a streaming service that is only made possible by your generosity. Thanks to you, we can acquire better technology for our students to be able to create live digital productions. The possibilities are abundant. No matter what you give, the application of your gift goes directly into student learning experiences.

Sponsorships will be printed each year and I encourage you to be a part of the growth of SMCHS Performing Arts. Your support and commitment have helped our program evolve to this level of excellence. I look forward to your ongoing partnership. The real benefactors are the young performers who bring their talents to the stage for our student body, our school parents, and the entire community. So whether you are passionate about dance, choir, handbells, theatre, steel drums, guitar, orchestra, band, eagle regiment, color guard, improv, or jazz band –

Thank you for your partnership in valuing and supporting Performing Arts.

Sincerely,

Francisco Calvo, Director of Performing Arts Performing Arts Department Coordinator

Welcome to what promises to be another inspirational performance by our Performing Arts Department! The performing arts captivate and unify us in an art form that epitomizes the God-given talent of our students and our faculty. Our dedicated and talented performing arts team inspires and instills a love and passion for the arts in our students. The artists before you tonight are passionately engaged and dedicated to providing you with a unique and genuine experience.

“Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” – Edgar Degas, French Artist, 1834-1917

I wish to express a heartfelt thank you to our patrons and benefactors for all the ways in which they enhance our performing arts programs by way of their exceptional generosity of time, treasure and talent. To our parents, thank you for entrusting SMCHS with your most precious gift – your children. We are honored to partner with you in their education and look forward to your continued involvement and support.

I invite you now to sit back and enjoy tonight’s remarkable performance!

All Good Things, J. Andrew Sulick ’91, President

CLASSIC DISNEY

“When You Wish Upon a Star” from Pinocchio by Ned Washington & Leigh Harline CHAMBER SINGERS

“Once Upon a Dream” from Sleeping Beauty by Sammy Fain & Jack Lawrence

Elizabeth Bork, soloist

“So This is Love” from Cinderella by Mack David, Al Hoffman, Jerry Livingston & David Pack

Isabella Tosches, soloist

“He’s a Tramp” from Lady and the Tramp by Burke J Francis & Peggy Lee

Delaney Jankanish, soloist

“Bare Necessities” from The Jungle Book by Terry Gikyson

PERIOD 2 MEN’S CHOIR

LIVE ACTION DISNEY & DISNEY FOR THE STAGE

“If I Can’t Love Her” from Beauty and the Beast by Alan Menken & Tim Rice Ethan Diaz, soloist

“Dangerous to Dream” from Frozen the Musical by Robert Lopez & Kristen Anderson-lopez

Raelyn Spooner, soloist

“The Rainbow Connection” from The Muppet Movie by Paul Williams & Kenneth Ascher

Octaviano Roges IV, soloist

“Friend Like Me” from Aladdin by Howard Ashman & Alan Menken

PERIOD 7 MEN’S CHOIR

“Never Enough” from The Greatest Showman by Justin Paul & Benj Pasek

Josette Chenaur, soloist

“That’s Rich!” from Newsies by Jack Feldman & Alan Menken

Olivia Orellana, soloist

“So Close” from Enchanted by Alan Menken & Stephen Schwartz

Daniel Troyan, soloist

MODERN DISNEY

“Vuelie (Let the Sun Shine On)” from Frozen by Christophe Beck & Frode Fjelheim “I’m Almost There” from The Princess and the Frog by Randy Newman

ADVANCED WOMEN’S CHORUS

“Once Upon a December” from Anastasia by Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty

Alexandra Holbrook, soloist

“Somebody to Lava” from Lava by James Ford Murphy

Elaina Martinez, soloist

“Remember Me” from Coco by Robert Lopez & Kristen Anderson-lopez

CONCERT CHOIR

“Our Town” from Cars by James Taylor

Andrew Parker, soloist

“All is Found” from Frozen 2 by Robert Lopez & Kristen Anderson-lopez

Emelin Conboy, soloist

“I Won’t Say (I’m in Love)” from Hercules by David Zippel & Alan Menken

Tori Benser, soloist

“You’re Welcome” from Moana by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Arr. Mark Brymer

PERIOD 5 MEN’S CHOIR

CHAMBER SINGERS HONORS Director: Francisco Javier Calvo Accompanist: W. Chris Winn Caroline Benser Elizabeth Bork Jacob Bower Allen Cai Isabella Casciola Clara Cherney Emelin Conboy Samantha Cruz Ethan Diaz Declan Edwards Hayden Escalante Zachary Evinger Spencer Hogan Alexandra Holbrook Delaney Jankanish Anthony Laster Sofia Lim Davin Maas Marcus Marquis Brennan McMahon Aaron Moffett Isabel Montero Keely Mulvihill Olivia Orellana Andrew Parker Ryan Rajdeep Raquel Rocha Octaviano Roges John Rupp John Shoemaker Isabella Tosches Daniel Troyan Madison Vacca Tyler Von Der Ahe

ADVANCED WOMEN’S CHORUS Director: Francisco Javier Calvo Accompanist: W. Chris Winn Reagan Bailey Giana Bianchini Carley Bowles Josette Chenaur Dira Collaro

Isabella Dyer Sarah Ellison Larissa Farhadi Emma Fisher-Aguilar Ryann Furlong Jenna Gallaway Rylee Gast Gianna Giacinto Lucia Giacinto Samantha Glassman Jewell Hart Christa Hayden Vanessa Hoey Mia Huebscher Abbey Kacer Emma McKenzie Reagan McMahon Valentina Mendicina Natalie Miller Sydney Montague Sara Morrissey Caroline Sanders Abigail Schreiber Raelyn Spooner Amy Sullivan Margaret Thilken Mia Thomas Nicole Turcios Chloe Vautrin Chloe Waken Dengxin Yu Xingyuan Zhao

CONCERT CHOIR Director: Francisco Javier Calvo Accompanist: W. Chris Winn Sarah Atia Isabella Bournazian Ashley Cheng Grace Domagala Kaydence Garcia Emma Gomez Zachary Kim Kaitlyn Kreb Elaina Martinez Olivia Mejia Katherine Mulvihill Kathleen Shepard Mary Shepard Lilianna Tosches

MEN’S CHOIR PERIOD 2 Director: Francisco Javier Calvo Morgan Andrew Jack Armstrong Owen Bradley Brendan Brahm Riley Buchheim Collin Carr Aidan Casey Collin Clarke Logan deGroot Alexander Grace Joshua Hyden Jorge Jimenez Chase Jones Marcus Kim Benjamin Kirshon John Laster Logan Lim Spencer Loessberg Brett Luckham Alexander Martin Keegan McGann John McKeehan Patrick Myers Edward O’Braitis James Redfern Austin Sanders Luke Soliman Jack Svinth Jonathan Teasley Cannon Thiessen Austin Varga

MEN’S CHOIR PERIOD 5 Director: W. Chris Winn Tyler Ankrum Blake Baird Landon Bane Charles Bertocchini Jake Black Christopher Blake Garrett Bonam Evan Campbell Ryan Campbell Noah Cantrell Salvatore Faso Cooper Feathers Mr. Corbin Feathers

Ian Filipcik Christopher Furlong Jackson Kemmerer James Konopisos Jake Lavin Jack Link Rory McCarthy Mario Mira Keller Morgan Clayton Nilsen Noah Ortiz Cole Peterson Matthew Pollock Martin Rottach Andrew Salgado Kyle Wade Tanner Warady

MEN’S CHOIR PERIOD 7 Director: Dr. Christopher Clarino Accompanist: W. Chris Winn Michael Deleon Conor Devlin Jack Devlin Cole Humphry Devon Johnson Tyler Johnson Garrett Johnson Anthony Laciura Charles Lapp Kevin Mahoney Lukas McCloskey Jack McGee Finn McGolrick Jonathan McKeever Hayden Merz Austen Orrantia Austin Parker Mason Schuster Austin Sheldon Aidan Stevenson William Terry Caden Townsend Robert Troyan Samuel Tucci

Most Reverend Kevin W. Vann, JCD, DD Bishop of Orange Mr. J. Andrew Sulick, President Mrs. Michelle Balash Lencioni, Vice President, CFO Sammer Darwazeh, Vice President, Campus Security & Student Activities Sergio Muniz, Vice President Mrs. Cheri Wood, Principal Mr. Tom Smith, Assistant Principal, Student Services Mr. John Hayek, Assistant Principal, Curriculum and Instruction Mr. Jim Hartigan, Assistant Principal, Athletics Mr. Raymond Dunne, Principal Emeritus SMCHS Facilities Maintenance Staff and Crew SMCHS Performing Arts Department Faculty and Staff Paul Higgins and ETV Michael Kurras SMCHS Communications Department John Jaksa, Transportation and Campus Usage Coordinator Performing Arts Parent Volunteers and Arts Alliance Steve Wylie Photography For photos of the recording sessions with your students, please visit: www.SteveWyliePhotography.com

Standing Ovation ($500+)

Century 21 Rainbow RealtyThe Diaz Family The McLoskey (Lukas) FamilyPatrick & Carrie MulveePlumbing SolutionsBritt & Karen RodgersH. Michael & Holly SchwartzRajdeep Vijayaraghavan& Susan Jacob

Applause ($200+)

The Altergott Family The Calvo FamilyDavid & Kerry ChoeIn memory of Isidora Briones, Elery Lacambra, Orlando Castellano, Jay Castellano, & Doroteo Dilao Raymond DunneKarl & Greet HostetlerDr. Michael Lee & Cathy HsuEdward & Rosario JohnstoneDirksen & April LehmanGreg & Lisa MitchellOtis & Theresa PannellWilliam & Bertha RawlingsPatrick & Kirsten Redfern FamilySimon & Heather ReevesThe Von der Ahe Family

Friends of the Arts John & Corinne Armstrong Celine CatePatrick & Marit ConboyDan Divis & Kelly Brennan-DivisMatt & Carol LawsonMark & Sherry MaurerGreg & Bonnie McClureSam & Christi McDermottBonnie MontgomeryDavid & Kristen NilsenPrasan & Sabitha PaiAntonio & Lisa ReisMichael & Samantha ShannonDavid & Maureen Tosches

2020/21 SEASON SPONSORS To the following families, individuals and organizations, thank you for your generous support!

A Special Thank you to our Performing Arts Projects Donors Suzann Crowe

Jeff & Ann Marie JennisonLaura Little

Gerard & Trudi McKenzieMeredith Moody

Rick & Semra NogueiraMorgan Moody '92 & Jelena Stupar

Pat & Mary Sullivan

Producer’s Circle ($2,500+)Anonymous

Director’s Chair ($1,000+)

Blaine & Becky CookKenneth & Pennie Meany

Mike & Wendy MulvihillThe Riley Family

The Rogés FamilyThe Tarwater Family

2020|2021 PERFORMING ARTS SPRING EVENTS

For ticket information, please visit: www.smhs.org/tickets

22062 Antonio Parkway, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

Santa MargaritaCatholic High School

THURSDAY, MARCH 11 | 7:00pm

Instrumental Music Pops ConcertVon Der Ahe Pavilion (SMCHS lunch shelter) Real time live stream

FRIDAY, MARCH 12 | 7:00pmChoir Pops Concert Von Der Ahe Pavilion (SMCHS lunch shelter)Real time live stream

MARCH 25–27 | 7:30pmYou're A Good Man, Charlie Brown March 25–27 | B Building CourtyardMarch 27 | Real time live stream

APRIL 26–30Speak UP! Week Times & Location: TBA

MAY 5–8 | 7:00pm Spring Dance Concert Location: TBA

MAY 7 | 5:00pm Senior Class Play Location: TBA

MAY 12 | 7:00pm Nick Kraus Scholarship Concert Location: TBA

CHOIR | DANCE | INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC | THEATRE

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