ROYAL OAK HIGH SCHOOL

DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS

Cyrano

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Bergerac

ROYAL OAK HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM MARCH 27, 28, & 29 2015

ROYAL OAK HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA CLUB presents

CYRANO A New Version in English Verse

By Barry Kornhauser

Adapted from Cyrano de Bergerac

By Edmond Rostand

Dramatic Publishing Woodstock, Illinois England · Australia · New Zealand

Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of

Woodstock, Illinois Cyrano was commissioned and produced by The Fulton Opera

House In Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Directed/Produced by

ED NAHHAT Assistant Director

BRITTANY WARD

Scenic Design/Construction by PAL MOLNAR

Dialect and Movement Coach

FRANNIE SHEPHERD-BATES

Combat Coach JONATHAN DAVIDSON

Stage Management Coach

MEGAN BUCKLEY

Audio Teacher Adviser MICHAEL CONRAD

Drama Club Teacher Adviser

ANGELA LUNDY 4

THE ROYAL OAK HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA CLUB REQUESTS THAT YOU PLEASE NOTE THE

FOLLOWING: The taking of photographs is prohibited. The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly

prohibited. Cell phones must be turned off.

THANK YOU AND ENJOY THE SHOW.

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Act I Scene i: A Performance at the Hotel de Bourgogne Scene ii: The Poet’s Patisserie Scene iii: Roxanne’s Kiss

Act II Scene i: Hardly A Honeymoon Scene ii: The Siege of Arras Scene iii: Cyrano’s Gazette

SPECIAL THANKS FROM THE ROHS DRAMA CLUB GOES OUT TO

(IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER) Costco, Village Players, Water Works Theatre Company, Rochester High Schools Drama Club, Kemp Klein Law Firm, Camelot Cleaners, Principal Mike Van Camp, Dan Webster and Tim Watkins of Royal Oak High School Facilities Staff. And…all of the fantastic volunteer parents of the Royal Oak High School Drama Club Boosters!

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DRAMA CLUB OFFICERS

Going into this show, we knew it would be no easy task. However, we've had such an amazing time putting this complex piece together. Everybody has brought their individual talents together to create one fun, creative environment. We'd first like to thank our amazingly supportive booster group. Without them, we wouldn't have as many opportunities to uplift the club. We'd also like to thank Mrs. Lundy our fantastic teacher sponsor for all of her dedication to this program. Another important thank you goes out to instructors including Jon Davidson, Mr. Conrad, Mr. Molnar, and Ms. Ward. Thank you for providing help and wisdom to this production. We'd also like to acknowledge our superb director Mr. Ed Nahhat. Thank you so much for your direction and leadership in this club and with this show. Thank you to the cast, crew, and the lovely audience for believing in this production. Break a yard stick! Love, Your 2014-2015 Drama Club Officers, Kara Barbieri, Maureen Murphy, Deryk Nagengast, and Mike Miller

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Panache Cyrano wears a feathered plume on his hat (called a panache), over a simple soldier's uniform, and carries a sword as sharp as his wit. A poet, a hero, a man of gusto and self-assurance, he loves purely - and dedicates his very life to honor. He abhors pretense, moral compromise, and especially despises people without honor. Cyrano leads the way in this funny and touching adventure while we, his cadets, follow - and learn from his example. Our ROHS Drama Club Students have each found a piece of Cyrano inside themselves. They have dedicated themselves to this project without pretense, putting their hearts and souls into a grander shared adventure. In this Drama Club, many do many things. One for all, as they say. I hope that what our students take away from this timeless play will be even more special than the maturing confidence, team building skills, and leadership training inherent to a successful group effort; because in Drama Club the creative spark of preparing for live performance makes the difference. Here, they discover their own panache.

FROM OUR DIRECTOR

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Hello and welcome to Royal Oak High School! As the principal of this great school, I have the opportunity to be proud of so many people and activities. Our Drama program is certainly a point of pride at ROHS. Thank you to our students and staff for their hard work in creating such a quality production. It is inspiring to watch them work so hard to accomplish their goals. Besides the obvious enjoyment of participating in the drama program, there are so many life lessons learned by working as a team to accomplish a common goal. Lastly, a big thank you to our supportive parents and our booster group for keeping dinner warm after late night rehearsals, fundraising to pay expenses, and just simply making it possible for our students to have this experience. With Raven Pride, Mr. Van Camp

FROM OUR PRINCIPAL

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Cyrano de Bergerac Damon Shea Roxane Noelani Retz Christian de Neuvillette Mike Miller Comte de Guiche Rudy Polombit Le Bret Jarod Clark Ragueneau Matt Harmon Lise Kara Barbieri Duenna/Nun Adrienne Sager Vicomte de Valvert/Cadet Deryk Nagengast Cadet Austin Clark Cadet Taylor Rasmussen Cadet/Capuchin Monk Connor Jewitt Montfleury/Cadet Antonio Leija Bellerose /Cadet Ethan Bradley Cadet Robert Spencer Orange Girl/Apprentice Emily Esbri Cut-purse/Apprentice Kendall Neary Musician/Page Teagan Lewis Musician/Page Sarah Brittain Mother Margeurite Kristina Samborski Sister Claire Leah King Sister Marthe Sarah Bem Apprentice/Nun Zuri Snyder Man of Letters Grace Holcomb

CYRANO CAST

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Stage Manager Nyla McMillan ASMs Elizabeth Stenhy Emily Van Haitsma Daisy Ozdych Costume Crew Co-Leaders Katie Colavecchia Samantha Coultier Costume Crew Zoe Hecker Ida Qufalia Lexi Kangas Grace Holcomb Taylor Rasmussen Zuri Snyder Emily Martin Lights Crew Co-Leaders Chance Maddox Brianna Williams Hair and Make Up Crew Leader Kendall Neary Hair and Make Up Crew Katie Hill Kara Barbieri Sound Crew Leader Doug Vollmer Sound Crew Avi Prochazka

CYRANO CREW

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CYRANO CREW CONTINUED Props Crew Co-Leaders Samantha Bekemeyer Lindsey Chidester Props Crew Ali Plummer Set Construction Co-Leaders Austin Clark Rudy Palombit Set Construction Crew Damon Shea Mike Miller Deryk Nagengast Jilleen Murphy Ethan Bradley Katrina Williams Ali Plummer Connor Jewitt Technical Director Maureen Murphy Fight Captain Taylor Rasmussen Publicity Crew Leader Keira Grobbel Program Leader Matt Harmon Publicity/Program Crew Allison Young

Taylor Lewis Teagan Lewis George Gardella Emma McNaughton

Kara Barbieri is a junior and is cast in the role of Lise. Kara has previously been cast in ROHS Drama Club’s productions of Stage Door, Guys and Dolls, Annie get your Gun, and Oklahoma. She has been on crew for Pirates of Penzance and You Can’t Take It With You. Kara is President of the Royal Oak Drama Club. She also is in the National Honor Society. “Sail away from the safe harbor”.

Sarah Bem is a sophomore and is playing the role of Sister Marthe. Sarah has previously been in ROHS’s Oklahoma!, as well as Snow White, The Little Mermaid, and Willy Wonka Jr. at Stagecrafters. Outside of Drama Club, Sarah is involved in all things music. “Breaking News: I just found out there is nothing wrong with me, it’s the world that has issues!”

Ethan Bradley is a freshman and is cast in the roles of Bellerose & Cadet 7. Ethan has previously been cast in ROHS’s production of Oklahoma! Ethan is involved in Choir and Model UN. “We don’t talk about fight club is no longer rule #1. Deal with it.”

Sarah Brittan is a junior and playing the parts of Musician & Page 2. She was playing in the pit for Guys and Dolls and was also involved with Oklahoma! Sarah is in Wind Ensemble and also Writers’ Club. “Some say the glass is half empty. Some say the glass is half full. I say ‘are you going to drink that?’ “

Austin Clark is a senior and cast as Cadet and Musketeer #1 and is also the Head of Stage Crew Head and Set Construction. Austin has currently been involved with ROHS Drama Club’s production of Oklahoma! Besides Drama Club, Austin is also in the Ski/Snowboard club. “Well there’s your problem.”

Cast Bios

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Jarod Clark is a sophomore and is cast in the roll of Le Bret. Jarod last appeared at ROHS as Will Parker in Oklahoma. He has also played Benny Southstreet in Guys and Dolls, ran sound for both You Can’t Take It With You and Water Works Theatre’s 2014 summer season. He also swims on the ROHS Swim Team and writes, directs, and produces award winning films with his own studio, Harwood Studios. “Quiet on the set!!”

Emily Esbri is a freshman and will be playing Orange Girl & Apprentice 2. Emily has previously been in ROHS’s Oklahoma in the ensemble and as a burlesque dancer. She has been Little Miss Muffet in Trial of the Big Bad Wolf, Jungle Creature in Seussical, and crew for other plays at Stagecrafters. Emily is also in Marching Band. “Happiness can be found even in the darkest of times if one only remembers to turn on the light.”

Matt Harmon is a junior and will be playing the part of Ragueneau. He has previously played Adolph Gretzel in Stage Door, Nicely Nicely Johnson in Guys and Dolls, Boris Kolenkhov in You Can’t Take It With You, and Ali Hakim in Oklahoma! Matt is also Editor of ROHS’s magazine “The Acorn” and enjoys photography. “Matt Harmon is a pretty swell guy.” - Gandhi

Connor Jewett is a sophomore and is cast as Cadet 2, Musketeer 2, and Capuchin Monk. Connor has previously been onstage in Cinderella, Oliver, Legally Blond at Sterling Civic Theatre, Mulan at Warren Civic Theatre, and Seussical Jr., 101 Dalmations, Neverending Story, and Les Mis at Stagecrafters. Connor is a member of the Jazz Band. “The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing” – Socrates

Grace Holcomb is a junior and is playing the rolls of Man of Letters/Spaniard as well as being part of the Costume Crew. Grace has been involved with Oklahoma, Guys and Dolls, Pirates of Penzance, Little Mermaid, Once Upon a Mattress, and Annie Get Your Gun. “Retweet.”

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Leah King is a sophore and playing the role of Sister Claire. Leah has previously been in Little Shop of Horros as a Doo-wop Girl, Legally Blonde, ensemble, Wizard of Oz, ensemble at Roper, and Guys and Dolls, Cuban Dancer, and Oklahoma, Ensemble at ROHS. Outside of Drama Club, she is part of Model UN and Dance. “Buy Reflection on iTunes.”

Antonio Leija is a sophomore and is playing the roles of Montfleury and Cadet 6. Antonio is also assisting on the props crew. This is his first production. He is also in the Film Club.

Teagan Lewis is a junior and is cast in the roles of Musician and Page. Teagan has currently been on props for Guys and Dolls and Props Crew Leader for You Can’t Take It With You. She was onstage for Pirates of Penzance and Oklahoma at ROHS. She has been Annie in Annie, Gertrude in Seussical, Dorothy in Wizard of Oz at Starlight Theatre. She is a member of A Cappella and Chamber Singers. She has performed in various operas at the Detroit Opera House. “Did we just become best friends?”

Deryk Nagengast is a junior and is playing the roles of Vicomte de Valvert and Cadet #5. Deryk is a Drama Club Officer holding the Secretary position, does set contruction, whatever is asked of him. He has previously been in Pirates of Penzance as a pirate, Annie Get Your Gun as Buffalo Bill, State Door as Sam Hastings, Little Mermaid as Sebastian. He played a Havana dancer and Angie the Ox in Guys and Dolls, Donald in You Can’t Take It With You, and Jud Fry in Oklahoma! Outside of drama club, Deryk is in the Writer’s Club. “You can’t always get what you want” – Rolling Stones

Michael Miller is a junior as is playing the roles of Christian de Neuvillette. Michael is also the Drama Club Treasurer. He has been involved in every production since Pride & Prejudice in one way or another. “The play’s the thing wherein I’ll catch the conscience of the king.”

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Kendall Neary is a senior and is cast in the roles of Cut-purse and Apprentice as well as being the Make-up Crew Head. She has previously been involved with Pirates of Penzance, Stage Door, Guys & Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma either on stage or running the Hair and Make-up crew. Kendall has also been training with Borgo Sisters School of Dance (Ballet) for fifteen years. “No man is a failure who has friends.” – Clarence, It’s a Wonderful Life

Rudy Palombit is a senior and is playing the role of Comte de Guiche. Rudy is also the Co-head of Set Construction. Previously, he has been part of ROHS Drama Club’s productions of You Can’t Take It With You and Oklahoma! Outside of drama club, Rudy enjoys singing and spending time with friends. “What would be a funny quote to put here?”

Taylor Rasmussen is a sophomore and cast as Cadet #3. She is also on the Costumes Crew and Fight Captain. Taylor was in Oklahoma as a dancer and in the chorus. She is in Band and also cheerleading. “Kanye shrug.”

Adrienne Sager is a junior and is cast as Duenna. She has previously played “Dream Laurey” in Oklahoma and has been a part of various other plays and dance performances over the years. Outside of Drama Club, Adrienne is a swimmer. “ I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” – Robert Frost

Noelani Retz is a junior and is playing the role of Roxane. This is Noelani’s first time performing or working on a ROHS Drama Club production. “All that we are is the result of what we have thought.” Buddha

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Kristina Samborski is a senior and is playing the role of Mother Marguerite. Previously, Kristina has played Laurey Williams in Oklahoma, Sister in Pirates of Penzance, Bobby Melrose in Stage Door, Hot Box Girl/Craps Shooter in Guys and Dolls, and worked hair/make-up crew for You Can’t Take It With You. Kristina is also in the A Cappella choir and Chamber Singers. “Make every day more than just a day.”

Damon Shea is a sophomore and is cast in the role of Cyrano. This is Damon’s first play. “For the first time, it wasn’t that bad.”

Zuri Snyder is a junior and is playing the roles of Apprentice 3 and Sister 3. This is Zuri’s first play. Outside of Drama Club, Zuri is currently conditioning for softball.

Robert Spencer is a junior and cast in the roles of Cadet #4, Sentry, & Spaniard. This is his first play. “Acting is a life for me, along with music and comedy.”

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Samantha Bekemeyer is a sophomore. She is the Co-head of the Props Crew. Sam was Props Crew Leader for Oklahoma! and has been on crew for Guys & Dolls and You Can’t Take It With You as well. “Buy Reflection on iTunes” – Sam Bekemeyer, everyday.

Lindsey Chidester is a sophomore and is Co-Leader of the Props Crew. Lillith has previously been on crew for Guys and Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma. “I’m an investigative sponge.”

Sami Cloutier is a junior and is Co-Head of the Costumes crew. She has previously been involved with ROHS Drama Club productions of Pirates of Penzance, Stage Door, Guys and Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma! “Sister Jessica!”

Katie Colavecchia is a junior and is Co-Head of the Costumes Crew. Katie has previously been involved with Pirates of Penzance, Stage Door, Guys & Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma! “So many costumes and nothing that works.”

Keira Grobbel is a sophomore and Co-Head of the Publicity Crew. Keira has previously leaded publicity for Guys and Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma! Outside of Drama Club, Keira is also plays JV Soccer. “I’m not lying, that’s actually how you spell my name.”

Crew Bios

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Katie Hill is a sophomore and is on the Costume and Make-up Crews. This is Katie’s first ROHS Drama Club production, but hopefully not the last. Katie plays soccer and runs track. “I don’t even know anyone” - Katie Hill

Taylor Lewis is a freshman and is on the Publicity Crew. Taylor has previously been onstage in Wizard of Oz, Charlotte’s Web, The Arisocats, Annie Jr., and Seussical two times! Outside of drama club, Taylor plays piano and is in choir. “Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten.” – Lilo and Stitch

Chance Maddox is a junior and on the Lights crew. This is his first production with Royal Oak High School’s Drama Club. “I prefer the 1975.”

Nylia McMillan is a junior and the Stage Manager for Cyrano. She has previously been involved with ROHS Drama Club productions of Pirates of Penzance, Stage Door, Guys and Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma! “I wanted to quote Pink Floyd, but I don’t, but I do, but yes, but no, but eh.”

Emily Martin is a junior and on the crews for Costumes, Hair, and Make-up. She has previously been involved with Pirates of Penzance, Stage Door, Guys and Dolls, and Oklahoma. She is a member of the ROFUM choir. “Life is too short to not smile!”

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Emma McNaughton is a sophomore and on the Publicity Crew. Emma previously was on publicity for Oklahoma! Emma is on the ROHS Soccer team and also plays guitar. “To die would be an awfully big adventure” – Peter Pan

Megan Mueller is a freshman and is on the Costume crew. Megan has been on the Hair, Make-up and Publicity crew for Oklahoma! Outside of drama club, Megan is involved in Alternative Strings & Winterguard. “To live a creative life, we must first lose our fear of being wrong.”

Jillian Murphy is a freshman and is on the Set Construction & Stage Crew. Jillian has previously worked on ROHS Drama Club’s production of Oklahoma! She is in Marching Band and Dance. “I always carry a little crazy with me. You never know when it might come in handy.” – Bugs Bunny

Gracie Novak is a sophomore, is on the Sound & Lights crew and will help out whenever she is asked to. She has previously worked sound & lights for Guys & Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma. Gracie works and plays volleyball. “If you really want it, you need to work for it.” – Jesse McCartney

Maureen Murphy is a senior and is the Technical Director for Cyrano. She has previously worked on Pride and Prejudice, Pirates of Penzance, Stage Door, Guys & Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma! Maureen is Co-Captain of the Color Guard and also involved in dance. “The universe is big. It’s vast and complicated and ridiculous. And sometimes, very rarely, impossible things just happen and we call them miracles.” – The Doctor

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Daisy Ozdych is a freshman and an Assistant Stage Manager for Cyrano. She was cast in the ensemble for Oklahoma and already has worked on many ROHS Drama Club plays before she even started attending Royal Oak High School. Outside of drama club, Daisy is in Marching Band. “Always follow John’s rules.”

Ali Plummer is a junior and is on the Props crew. She has previously been involved with Pirates of Penzance, Guys & Dolls, and Oklahoma! Ali is also a member of the Writer’s Club. “Are you hitting on Tinkerbell?”

Elizabeth Stehney is a sophomore and Stage Crew Head/Stage Manager. She has previously worked on You Can’t Take It With You and Oklahoma. Elizabeth is on the Golf Team and Interact. “Have some fire. Be unstoppable. Be a force of nature.” –Greys Anatomy

Doug Vollmer is a sophomore and Sound Crew Head. He has previously been involved with You Can’t Take It With You, Guys and Dolls, and Oklahoma.

Emily VanHaitsma is a sophomore and Assistant Stage Manager. She has previously worked as Assistant Stage Manager on Oklahoma, and Lights for Guys and Dolls and You Can’t Take It With You. Emily is involved in Dance and is in Interact. “Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, it’s about learning to dance in the rain.”

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Brianna Williams is a senior and on the Lights and Sound Crew. She has previously worked on Pirates of Penzance, Stage Door, Guys & Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma. “You’re only given a little spark of madness. You mustn’t lose it.” – Robin Williams

Allison Young is a sophomore and Co-Head of the Publicity Crew. She has previously been on Publicity Crew for Guys and Dolls, You Can’t Take It With You, and Oklahoma. ”Yes! More lawn signs.”

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GOOD LUCK R.O.H.S DRAMA CLUB

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Only 3 ½ years ago there was not a Drama Club boosters organization. At that time, the ROHS Drama Club was a very talented group of students that persevered, despite a lack of resources, including a bank account with a negative balance due to having to rent basic audio equipment.

A small group of parents gathered to see what they could do to help, and formed the Royal Oak Drama Club Boosters (soon to be an official nonprofit!). Now the bank account is in the black, the students have access to talented adults with a wide variety of skills and there is a team in place to make sure the ROHS Drama Club has smooth sailing for years to come.

What was unexpected was that Drama Boosters has become the most fun parents committee in Royal Oak High School! Our Tuesday night meetings take place at off campus and feature dinner, drinks and lively conversation.

With the students and school partnerships, here’s a list of just SOME of what we have accomplished over the past 3 ½ years: • Had an all-night lock-in party in the auditorium. • Created a fund to purchase new wireless microphones. • Arranged for tickets to local theater productions with director/actor discussions after the shows. • Conducted fundraisers at Potbelly Sandwich Works, Papa John’s, National Coney Island and the

Royal Oak Farmers Market. • Funded workshops to help students learn techniques for improv, hair and makeup and stage management. • Purchased new costume racks and bins for props and costumes storage and care. • Collaborated with a local community theater company on a costume sale to raise funds for new costumes • Supported the creation of a student-run One Act Festival. • Created and installed ROHS Drama Club banners, standees and promotional signs used throughout the

community for each show. • Created an operational website to sell tickets, consolidate information, improve communication and archive

performances.

It has been a fun two years for all members of the Drama Boosters. Please join us next year. Contact us at RODramaBoosters@gmail.com or visit www.rodrama.com.

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“All our souls are written in our eyes.” ― Edmond Rostand, Cyrano de Bergerac Congradulations, Kara! Love, Mom & Dad

Katie, “Clothes are never a frivolity; they always mean something.” ~James Laver Katie, we are so proud of you! XOXOXO Dad, Mom, Ben & Grandma Emma

Jarod, From your early days as a Pirate to Macduff with a sword -- to Gangster, Cowboy and now Le Bret, your theatrical presence and versatility are a joy to watch. Take wings and enjoy sword-fighting on stage! Love, Mom, Dad, Paige & Ellie

Congratulations Publicity Crew on a job well done.

- The Grobbels

Mike – We’re never tongue-tied when we tell you how much we love seeing you on stage. So proud of you! Have fun!

We are so proud of you, dear Adrienne! Have a wonderful time bringing “Duenna” to life! We love you! From all your family

Kendall and Kara – The best thing to hold onto in life is each other. - Audrey Hepburn

"To our lovely daughter, sister, niece, granddaughter and dedicated friend. With so much love we are all very proud of you! The family and friends of Kendall Neary"

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Teagan, We love seeing you shining on stage! We are so proud of you, now and always. Break a Leg! Xoxo Mom & Dad

Taylor, Whether you are on stage or working behind the scenes, we are always so proud of you. Xoxo Mom and Dad

Matthew, You dazzle me with your talent, intelligence, knowledge and wit! Break a leg! Love, Mom

When it comes to acting, there are "Nun" better than you! Love, Dad, Mom and Danny

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Be sure to leave a message for your favorite Cast or Crew member!

Visit our table out in the hall before the show or at intermission.

Each “Star Gram” costs $1.00. The notes will be delivered to your favorite actor/actress and/or crew member will receive their special message from you

after the show.

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