Oyster Bay High School

Fine and Performing Arts Department

Proudly Presents

Music and Lyrics By Book By

Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin Heather Hatch

Based on the novel by Amanda Brown

and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture

Teriann Chiappardi Director/Choreographer

Kylie Mullins Music Director

Brittany Ford Assistant Director

Brenda Murphy Conductor

Maria Randazzo Assistant Producer

Stage Crew Director

Glen Davis Sound/Lighting Design

Anthony Femino Producer

Original Production by Hal Luftig, Fox Theatricals, Dori Berinstein, James L. Nederlander, Independent Presenters

Network, Roy Furman, Amanda Lipitz, Broadway Asia, Barbara Whitman, FWPM Group, Hendel/Wiesenfeld,

Goldber/Binder, Stern/Meyer, Lane/Comley, Bartner-Jenkins/Nocciolino and Warren Trepp; Produced in association

with MGM Onstage, Darcie Denkert and Dean Stolber

Legally Blonde The Musical

is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials

are also supplied by MTI.

www.MTIShows.com

Director’s Notes for Legally Blonde 2019

Often in Greek mythology, when someone is in need of support or guidance, a Greek Chorus appears to

teach a lesson. These are fierce, brave, intelligent women who hear a call, swoop in, and teach a valuable lesson

at the precise moment it is needed. Some of these lessons are harder to learn than others. As Elle Woods

navigates her way through an epic quest of self-discovery, she has her goddesses, her Delta Nu sisters, who

appear as a vision to keep her sane, positive, and on the right path. On her way to the top, instead of being

defeated, she fights her own mythical beast to become a hero.

I would like to thank Dr. Seinfeld, Dr. Mulhall, Mr. Cipriani, and the Board of Education for providing

this opportunity to the students. This production offers the students a place to learn about theater and the

excitement it can bring to an audience. A very special thank you to Ms. Lasher, Ms. Gonzalez, Dr. Rufa, Dr.

Vacchio and Mr. Femino for all of their support, to ensure the success of this program! I would also like to

thank Mr. Lyle and the custodial staff for all of their assistance. I would also like to write a very special thank

you to Mrs. Burnett for all of her time spent, over the past few months, assisting the production team. To my

team, Miss. Mullins, Miss. Ford, Miss. Murphy, Ms. Randazzo, and Mr. Femino, they are such an incredible

group of talented and passionate artists each in their own field. I am very grateful to have had them by my side

during this program. Last, but never least, I would like to thank all of the students involved in the production

and their families. Places everyone and BREAK A LEG!!

Sincerely,

Miss. Chiappardi

Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District

Board of Education

John McEvoy

President

Todd Cronin Vice President

Nancy Castrogiovanni Robin Dando

Laurie Kowalsky Aliex Ross, Ed.D. Maryann Santos

Administrative Team

Dr. Laura Seinfeld

Superintendent of Schools

Dr. Lisa Mulhall

Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

Mr. Michael Cipriani

Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations

Ms. Sharon Lasher

High School Principal

Dr. Peter Rufa

High School Assistant Principal

Ms. Lara Gonzalez

High School Assistant Principal

Mr. Anthony Femino

District Supervisor of Fine and Performing Arts

CAST LIST FOR “LEGALLY BLONDE” Grandmaster Chad/Dewey………………………………….……….….Torin Aebly

Whitney/Delta Nu…………………………………………….…...Aurora Aschettino

Leilani/D.A. Joyce Riley……..….………………….………………...Ava Aschettino

Pilar……………..……….………………………………………….Anabella Ballone

Carlos/Pforzheimer…..………….………………………….………...Jaiya Chetram

Warner Huntington, III………….………………………….…………...Jayce Cody

Delta Nu………………………….…...…………………….……………Jenna Cody

Vivienne Kensington..……………..……………………….………...Sarah Conway

Enid Hoops/Store Manager ………..…………….………….………..Miriam Coor

Elle Woods..…………………………..……………………...Kayleigh M. Crawford

Delta Nu…………….…………………..…………………..…………...Grace Curry

Jet Blue Pilot/H&H Sales Girl…………..……..………..….…Cheliann DeCarolis

Delta Nu…………….……………………………………..……….......Carley Doyle

Paulette Buonofuonte/Sales Woman/Winthrop………..…........Giavanna Gerken

Kyle B. O’Boyle/Nikos Argitakos/Lowell……………………………Elias Gomez

Professor Callahan….………………………………………….............Kevin Hart

Margot…….…….……………………………………………….…..Colette Kilfoil

Sundeep Padamadan……..…………………………………........Muskan Kumar

Bookish Client/Prison Guard………………………………...…..Michaela Lester

Delta Nu/Sabrina…….………………………………..……………Brooklyn Matt

Kiki the Colorist/Delta Nu………………..………….………Shannon McConnell

Second Perfume Girl …………..………….………………………Bianca McEvoy

Serena..………….…………………………………..…………….Grace McKenna

Brooke Wyndham/Gaelen.………………..……………………..Kayla McKenna

Emmett Forrest…………..……..…………………………….....Benjamin Rivera

Elle’s Mom………………………………………………………...…Julia Sherbal

Erin Schultz/Judge/Elle’s Sister……….………….……..…Daniela Sevyn Singh

Delta Nu/TV Reporter……………………………………………...Paige Sweeney

Kate/Chutney Wyndham………………………………….....……Lauren Swezey

Delta Nu/Stenographer………………………..……………………….Mary Vera

Delta Nu………………………………………………..……………...Emily Viesta

LEGALLY BLONDE Orchestra

Conductor: Ms. Brenda Murphy Flutes: Jessica Duggan, Hannah Lopes, Oboe: Julia Coschignano;

Clarinet: Emily Lattanzio; Bassoon: Thomas Coor; Alto Sax: Marc Iacono; Tenor Sax: Gregory Wulffen, Jr.; Trumpets: Sophie Mejia, Stephanie Vojvodich;

Trombones: Michael Biggiani, Isaac Luckman; French Horn: Erica Duke; Drums: Sophie Grady; Bass: Mr. Alex Gallina; Piano: Ms. Kylie Mullins,

Keyboard: Mr. Anthony Femino; Guitar: Mr. Vincent Muscarella

LEGALLY BLONDE Crew

Stage Managers Set Designers Set Artists Prop Managers Julia Cutajar Maggie Ford Elizabeth Figueroa Julianna Goldman

Rebecca Keller Omek Kumar Ella Lingen Muskan Kumar Maria McKevitt John Purcell Dakota Matt

Matthew Tepper Emily Wiesenfeld Neal Mehta Joycelin Wong Kathryn Moore

SPECIAL THANKS TO: Scott Boris

Dawn Burnett John Chiappardi

The FAPA Faculty Felicia Febrizio

The PAC Sarah Conway for the cover artwork

Andy Testa for helping with Sets Scott Lyle and the Custodial Crew

Oyster Bay Grounds Crew All those who donated to this year’s production!

CAST/CREW/PIT BIOS

Torin Aebly (Grandmaster Chad/Dewey) has attended OBHS for 3 years now, and has been in the music department every year. Torin started doing the musical last year, for Imagine Oz, and hopes to have the same fun experience in years to come!

Aurora Aschettino (Whitney/Delta Nu) is so excited to be in this year’s musical of Legally Blonde! Aurora has been, Zazu (The Lion King Jr.) and a Piggy (Imagine Oz). Aurora was also featured in the 7/8th Grade Musical, singing Journey to the Past, Rainbow Connection, Heart and various other ensemble numbers. Aurora participates on both in and out of school volleyball teams, as well as spring softball.

Ava Aschettino (Leilani/D.A. Joyce Riley) is a sophomore here at OBHS, and is elated to be a part of this year's production of Legally Blonde! Ava sings alto in the Chamber Singers. Last year she sang soprano in the Concert Choir. Ava’s previous roles include Glinda in Imagine Oz, Woodstock in You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, ensemble in Beauty and the Beast, and has performed numerous vocal solos in both of her 7th and 8th Grade Musical performances. Ava feels that she is extremely fortunate to attend a school that offers such a wonderful music program, and is ecstatic for the years to come!

Anabella Ballone (Pilar) is very excited to be part of this year’s musical, Legally Blonde! Anabella sings in the Oyster Bay H.S. Chamber Singers and has participated in four other OBHS Musicals; Orphan in Annie, Townsperson and Enchantress in Beauty and the Beast, Snoopy in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and Oz in The Wizard of Oz! Anabella is beyond excited to perform with the amazing cast of Legally Blonde. Here’s to a fantastic show! Delta Nu’s forever!

Michael Biggiani (Pit/Trombone) is a senior and thrilled to be part of the pit orchestra for a third straight year. Michael is currently a member of the OBHS Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band. He volunteers for the Friends of PAC at the Oyster Festival every year. This past year, Michael made his eighth and final trip to the Nassau All-County Music Festival. He is thankful for the opportunities of playing his trombone in such fine ensembles and for the memories. Michael received the Achievement in Music Certificate in the 9th grade and the Excellence in Music Certificate in 10th and 11th grade. He performed with the Nassau Suffolk Performing Arts Youth Band and Honor Band, and the Adelphi University Concert Band. He was selected to participate in the Tilles Festival Band at the 2016 LIU Post Band Festival under conductor/composer Johan de Meij. Michael will always treasure playing on the Carnegie Hall stage with the OBHS Symphonic Wind Ensemble. Michael wants to thank Mr. Sisia, Mr. Giannetta, and the Fine and Performing Arts Department for six marvelous years of playing in the OBHS Bands, and for making the musical experience at Oyster Bay High School second to none. Michael congratulates the Cast and Crew of Legally Blonde! Jaiya Chetram (Carlos/Pforzheimer) is so excited to be part of Legally Blonde. Jaiya has been in major theatre productions, like Really Rosie Off Broadway, and Runaways at Shakespeare in the Park. Jaiya has also been in some commercials and TV shows, such as CBS’s Kevin Can Wait and Madame Secretary. Entertainment and art are his passions. Jaiya is thrilled to be a part of a show with so many friends and peers; and is very excited for the OBHS production of Legally Blonde! Jayce Cody (Warner Huntington, III) is a senior and is so excited to be a part of this year’s musical! This is Jayce’s first time performing in a musical production, and he is so thankful for this opportunity. Jayce is very excited to make some great memories!

Jenna Cody (Delta Nu) is so excited to be a part of this year’s musical! Jenna participated in the 7th/8th Grade Musical Review, when she was in 7th & 8th grade; and also took part in her 6th grade musical, The Lion King Jr. Jenna is very thankful to be involved in the musical productions, where she’s making so many wonderful memories.

Sarah Conway (Vivienne Kensington) This is Sarah’s sixth production at Oyster Bay High School, and she is very excited to be a part of this year’s production of Legally Blonde. Sarah had the role of Dorothy in last year’s production of Imagine Oz. She has also participated in the High School’s productions of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown as Charlie Brown, Romeo and Juliet as the prince, Beauty and the Beast as a part of the ensemble, and Antigone as Antigone. During the school year, Sarah is a part of Chamber Singers and Art Honor Society. Sarah is also the host of Oyster Bay’s Open Mic Night. In her free time, she enjoys painting, singing, and playing piano.

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Miriam Coor (Enid Hoops/Store Manager) is a sophomore at OBHS, and thrilled to be a part of Legally Blonde, this year. Miriam has been in every OBHS Musical production since 6th grade; including roles in Annie, Beauty and the Beast, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, and Imagine Oz as Toto. Aside from being a part of theatre arts, Miriam is a varsity rower and involved in many clubs at the high school. Miriam is so proud of all of the hard work done this year by her fellow cast and crew members, and would like to thank her family, friends, advisers, and teammates for all of their support.

Thomas Coor (Pit/Bassoon) is excited to return to the Pit for his Senior year at Oyster Bay High School. Thomas plays the bassoon in Wind Ensemble and the piano in Jazz Band. When he's not practicing the bassoon, he's probably making reeds or transcribing his favorite music. Thomas would like to thank his music teachers for their encouragement in his endeavors, and his bandmates for making music together for so many years.

Julia Coschignano (Pit/Oboe) is excited to be a part of this year’s musical, Legally Blonde. She has played the oboe

since 7th grade, and is now in the high school’s Wind Ensemble. She is eager to combine her love for theatre and music

with others who share the same enthusiasm for the fine arts.

Kayleigh M. Crawford (Elle Woods) is a senior at Oyster Bay High School. Kayleigh has participated in Oyster Bay High School’s Musicals for three years now. In her sophomore year, Kayleigh was cast as Marcie in “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”. In her junior year, she was cast as Auntie Em in “Imagine Oz”. Now, in her Senior year, she’s been cast in the lead role as Elle Woods in “Legally Blonde”. Kayleigh is beyond grateful for this opportunity. Kayleigh has also been participating in Chamber Singers honors, and Concert Choir honors for four years now. She is so excited for all of you to watch the show! Kayleigh would like to thank the cast, pit, and crew for being so supportive to each other through this whole experience. She would also like to thank her family, especially her mom and dad for practicing her songs and lines with her for hours on end. She hopes you enjoy the show!

Grace Curry (Delta Nu) As a student in 7th grade, Grace is very excited to be taking part in the high school musical production of Legally Blonde. Earlier this year, Grace performed the musical number, "Cheer up Charlie" in the 7th and 8th Grade Musical Review of Oyster Bay Celebrates the Movies. Grace has also performed in the Vernon School production of Alice in Wonderland; playing the part of Tweedle Dee. Grace is a member of the 7th and 8th Grade Choir, and is honored to be representing Oyster Bay High School at the All County Music Festival.

Julia Cutajar (Stage Crew/Stage Manager) is currently a junior, and excited to be behind the scenes of Legally Blonde. This is now her third year on Stage Crew and her seventh show! Her favorite part of Stage Crew is planning the set pieces and seeing them come to life. Julia thinks that the Legally Blonde set is the most ambitious and creative one yet! She cannot wait to see the final production! Julia wishes the Cast, Crew, and the Pit the best of luck!

Cheliann DeCarolis (Jet Blue Pilot/H&H Sales Girl) is an 11th grader acting in the Legally Blonde musical, and very excited because this is the very first musical she's acted in so far. Cheliann performed in Romeo and Juliet last year, and Antigone this past fall. She is excited to now be in a musical! In her free time, Cheliann enjoys reading her favorite books in the quiet corner of the school library.

Carley Doyle (Delta Nu) is very proud and glad to take part in Oyster Bay High School’s version of Legally Blonde! Playing one of the energetic and bubbly Delta Nu’s, Carley enjoys every song and every scene on and off stage. While this is her first time taking part in musical theatre, Carley assures it’s going to be a great one!

Jessica Duggan (Pit/Flute) is excited to be a part of the play this year. Jessica has played flute in the Symphonic Band for three years and, now as a senior, is playing in the Wind Ensemble. It has been fun learning new music and participating in the pit band!

Erica Duke (Pit/French Horn) is a junior, and very excited to be a member of the pit band for the second year in a row. Erica plays the French Horn and is a member of Oyster Bay High School’s Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, and Tri-M Music Honor Society. She wishes luck to the cast of Legally Blonde!

Elizabeth Figueroa (Stage Crew/Set Artist) is super excited to be a part of this year’s production of Legally Blonde! This is her first year of stage crew. Elizabeth is a tenth grader at Oyster Bay High School. She participates in Chamber Singers and has been involved with music all throughout school. Elizabeth is well aware of the music programs this school has to offer. GOO CREWWW! :)

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Maggie Ford (Stage Crew/Set Designer) is pleased to be involved in Stage Crew, for the amazing production of Legally Blonde. Maggie is a member of many clubs, such as Student Council and SALP, yet loves her time spent both on and behind stage as well. She has been part of Stage Crew since 10th grade, and is most excited for this year's ambitious sets. She will miss not being a part of the OBHS Stage Crew next year at college, but will never forget the memories made!

Giavanna Gerken (Paulette Buonofuonte/Sales Woman/Winthrop) is so grateful to be a part of this year’s Legally Blonde cast! While she has only been involved with the musical for two years, Gia has learned and gained so much. Since junior year, she has had the opportunity to partake in Imagine Oz and now, as a senior, she’s playing the roles of Paulette and Winthrop in Legally Blonde. Gia believes the reason she has been able to step up, and enjoy the theatre arts so much, is because of the amazing people she has surrounding her. Each year the cast grows closer, becoming a family and working very hard! Gia has always loved participating in the close-knit theatre arts community; creating music and playing the best characters they can! Since this is Gia’s last year on the OBHS stage, she plans to make the best of it; surrounded by the most generous people, both cast and crew!

Julianna Goldman (Stage Crew/Prop Manager) is thrilled to be a part of this year's production of Legally Blonde. She is a junior at OBHS, and this is her second year of stage crew. Previous to Legally Blonde, she has helped with the productions of Romeo and Juliet, Imagine Oz, Antigone and the 7/8th Grade Musical Review. Outside of stage crew, Julianna is a member of National Honor Society, Birthday Wishes, Interact, AGAPAE, International Club, and Yearbook. Julianna is looking forward to an amazing show, and wishes everyone good luck! Elias Gomez (Kyle B. O’Boyle/Nikos Argitakos/Lowell) is very grateful to be a part of the 2019 Oyster Bay High School production of Legally Blonde. This is Elias’ first year doing the musical. He is very excited to be a member of this production, and cannot wait to perform in future productions throughout his high school career. Elias would like to thank all of the staff members involved in making this production come to life!

Sophie Grady (Pit/Percussion) is ecstatic to be a part of this year’s production of Legally Blonde! This is Sophie’s second year performing in the pit; having played in Imagine Oz as a freshman last year. She is a member of Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, and plays volleyball and lacrosse.

Kevin Hart (Professor Callahan) The real and actual Kevin Hart is ending his career on the stage at Oyster Bay High School, with his first and last musical, Legally Blonde. However, he's no stranger to the stage, or even backstage. Partaking in the drama productions of Romeo & Juliet, Antigone; as well as working with the Stage Crew behind the scenes on sound effects upstairs and helping backstage downstairs, he's sad to be shipping off to college and leaving behind Oyster Bay's stage. But, the show must go on! Though this is his final stage act, Kevin still partakes in the OBHS’s Chamber Singers, singing since 10th grade. He is thankful for the most dedicated and loving “performing family”, and wishes all of his fellow actors to get on the stage and rock it!

Marc Iacono (Pit/Alto Saxophone) This is Marc's fourth production with the high school. Whether it’s playing in the Pit Band, or appearing in ancient tragedies as Benvolio and the First Guard in Romeo and Juliet and Antigone, Marc loves to be a part of it. Over his musical career, Marc has played the Tenor Saxophone and is currently playing the Alto and Soprano Saxophones for the Wind Ensemble. He hopes to continue his entertainment and musical skills one day, because he has a deep passion for both.

Rebecca Keller (Stage Crew/Stage Manager) is a tenth grader at Oyster Bay High School, and is thrilled to be a part of Legally Blonde! This will be her fourth year in Stage Crew, and she hopes everyone breaks a leg!

Colette Kilfoil (Margot) is thrilled to be playing Margot in Legally Blonde this year! Colette has also participated in Imagine Oz, Beauty and The Beast, Annie, and the 7th/8th Grade Musical Reviews at Oyster Bay High School. Throughout her high school years, Colette is always very excited to perform in the school musicals. She has had so much fun watching this show progress, and cannot wait to finally preform it!

Muskan Kumar (Sundeep Padamadan) is thrilled to be in Legally Blonde. In past years, Muskan has performed in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Imagine Oz, and Broadway Through the Decades. Muskan sings soprano in Oyster Bay High School’s Concert Choir, and is also a part of Stage Crew. Muskan is grateful for everyone in the show, and everyone who is helping. She can’t wait until next year’s show!

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Omek Kumar (Stage Crew/Set Designer) is a 7th grader at OBHS. This is his first year participating in Stage Crew. Omek is a member of SADD, SAGA, Birthday Wishes, and Be the Change. Omek is looking forward to many fun years in Stage Crew.

Emily Lattanzio (Pit/Clarinet) is delighted to contribute her talents to this year’s play, Legally Blonde. She is a member of Oyster Bay’s Wind Ensemble, Secretary of the Tri-M Music Honor Society, and has been a NYSSMA participant for the last seven years. Emily enjoyed being a part of last year’s production, Imagine Oz, and is looking forward to this show being a wonderful experience for everyone involved.

Michaela Lester (Bookish Client/Prison Guard) is very thankful that she is able to be in this year's production of Legally Blonde. Michaela participated in Imagine Oz last year. She has enjoyed the experience very much, and is very appreciative that she could be a part of such a wonderful show.

Ella Lingen (Stage Crew/Set Artist) is a seventh grader, and this is her first year on Stage Crew. Ella is also a member of SADD Club and does karate. Ella is really enjoying “crew”, and is looking forward to many more shows!

Hannah Lopes (Pit/Flute) is excited to be playing in the pit for the second time. She had a great experience being a part of the pit for Imagine Oz, and is grateful to be part of this year’s production of Legally Blonde.

Isaac Luckman (Pit/Trombone) is very excited to be a part of this year’s high school play. Since the 9th Grade, he has been a key member of the music program at Oyster Bay High School. This is his second year being a member of the Pit Band. This is Isaac's second appearance in the school play. He looks forward to pursuing, and advancing, his musical career by staying a member of Oyster Bay's excellent music program.

Brooklyn Matt (Delta Nu/Sabrina) is extremely excited to be a part of this year’s play, Legally Blonde. Ever since her mother and her got to see the play, Legally Blonde, for the first time at Our Lady of Mercy High School, she has been amazed at all the songs, dance moves, and dedication it requires to be a part of such an amazing musical. Brooklyn has been lucky enough to be a cast member in some other plays including; Alice in Alice in Wonderland, Hope Harcourt in Anything Goes, and has sung in the 7th/8th Musical Review! Legally Blonde is Brooklyn’s first huge musical, and the second musical she’s preformed in at the high school. Brooklyn is really enjoying getting to know her castmates, and sees that they’re all very dedicated, creative, and talented people. It’s wonderful sharing the stage with them! Brooklyn is extremely excited to be a part of one of her favorite plays. Legally Blonde is an amazing show, that never gets old!

Dakota Matt (Stage Crew/Set Artist) is a freshman at Oyster Bay High School. This is Dakota's first year on Stage Crew, and he is excited about the outcome from all the hard work the crew has put into the show. Dakota is also a fan of biking, video games, and hanging out with his family.

Shannon McConnell (Kiki the Colorist/Delta Nu) is thrilled to be a part of this year’s Oyster Bay High School production of Legally Blonde. This is her first Oyster Bay production, but definitely not her last. Shannon says this show has helped her make many new friends and learn many new things. Shannon is so excited to perform for all of you today!

Bianca McEvoy (Second Perfume Girl) is excited to be a part of this year’s production. She has had previous involvement in the 7/8 Grade Musical and Beauty and the Beast. Bianca loves the caring environment that comes with the show, and is eager to see what will come next.

Grace McKenna (Serena) is ecstatic and so grateful to be a part of this year’s production, Legally Blonde. Grace is a junior at OBHS, and has been pursuing musical theatre for a few years now. Previous roles at Oyster Bay include, Schroeder in You're a Good Man Charlie Brown and an Orphan in Annie. Grace has also performed in productions at outside theaters, with roles including Frenchy in Grease, and Teen Fiona in Shrek. In addition to musical theatre, Grace is also a member of the Oyster Bay Chamber Singers. Grace would like to thank her family and friends for their endless support, and wishes her fellow cast members the best of luck! Snaps!

Kayla McKenna (Brooke Wyndham/Gaelen) is so excited to be performing in Legally Blonde! Kayla previously played Brooke Wyndham, at the age of 13, at the Cultural Arts Playhouse. Kayla has been a member of Chamber Singers since 9th grade. Over the past few years, Kayla has played leads in many Oyster Bay High School musicals. Kayla is so sad that her theater career at Oyster Bay is now at an end, but is thrilled to get everyone “whipped into shape” for this amazing performance of Legally Blonde! Enjoy!

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Maria McKevitt (Stage Crew/Stage Manager) is so excited to be a part of Stage Crew for the high school's production of Legally Blonde. This is her second year in stage crew, and she is so thrilled to do another big high school production. Maria has also participated in stage crew for other high school shows and concerts; as well musicals at Vernon. Maria loves the close family this show has become, and wishes everyone the best of luck for the performances!

Sophie Mejia (Pit/Trumpet) has been part of Wind Ensemble for two years, and recently started playing the tuba with the Symphonic Band. This year, she participated in the Division 5 All County concert in January, under the direction of Professor David Martins. Last year, she played in the pit ensemble for Imagine Oz and is very excited to play for Legally Blonde!

Kathryn Moore (Stage Crew/Set Artist) is so excited to be a part of “the crew” for this year’s musical! She worked on “Charlie Brown” the musical, and is so happy to be back and working on Legally Blonde. Here’s to an amazing show, and many more memories!!

John Purcell (Stage Crew/Set Designer) is a 7th grader in OBHS. This is his first year doing Stage Crew. John is the 7/8 Student Council Activities Officer, and also participates in the clubs, Be the Change and S.A.D.D. John is very excited for the show, and hopes to continue to be a part of the Stage Crew for years to come!

Benjamin Rivera (Emmett Forrest) is beyond excited to be a part of this year's production of Legally Blonde. This is his last year at OBHS, so why not end it with being in the musical?! This is Benjamin’s first time ever being a part of a musical, and always wanted to be part of the “musical family” at Oyster Bay High School, and now he is! Benjamin is making new friends left and right, and is also having a great time learning new things with the cast. Benjamin, absolutely, can't wait to show everyone what a great show this will be! Good luck to everyone and enjoy!

Julia Sherbal (Elle’s Mom) Legally Blonde is Julia's fourth, and last, show at OBHS and she is very excited to be a part of it. Julia had the role of Lady Capulet in Romeo and Juliet, Nurse in Antigone, and was a part of the ensemble in Imagine Oz. Her hobbies include making witty comments and awkwardly dancing to diffuse tense situations.

Daniela Sevyn Singh (Erin Schultz/Judge/Elle’s Sister) is a freshman at Oyster Bay High School, and is very happy to be a part of the Legally Blonde production this year. Daniela has participated in chorus since middle school, and is in the high school Concert Choir. Although this is her first time in a production, Daniela loves to sing! Performing as THE Elle Woods’ sister, and a Harvard student, has been such an amazing learning experience. Daniela has had so much fun being a part of the Legally Blonde community, and is so excited for a great show!

Paige Sweeney (Delta Nu/TV Reporter) is thrilled to be in this year’s production of Legally Blonde. Paige is new to theatre, but is loving every second of it. Last year’s show, Imagine Oz, was a great place to start. Let’s make Legally Blonde fantastic! Snaps to everyone!

Lauren Swezey (Kate/Chutney Wyndham) is thrilled and grateful to be a part of Legally Blonde. This is Lauren’s second year being a member of Oyster Bay High School’s musical production. Lauren is currently a soprano in Oyster Bay High School’s Chamber Singers, and is a member of Tri-M. Lauren is very excited to be a part of this year’s production, and wishes everyone good luck!!

Matthew Tepper (Stage Crew/Stage Manager) is a junior at Oyster Bay High School, and has been a member of Stage Crew for two years. During this school year, prior to working on Legally Blonde, Matthew was also the Stage Manager of the 7/8 Grade Musical Review, and was involved in Antigone. He’s excited for all to see the extraordinary show, Legally Blonde!

Mary Vera (Delta Nu/Stenographer) is in 9th grade, and very excited to be in her first high school musical production! In middle school, Mary was a part of the 7th/8th Grade Review; first as part of the chorus and then featured in two songs. This past fall, Mary was Ismene in the Oyster Bay High School production of Antigone. Mary loves to sing and dance. In her free time, she enjoys reading and baking. Mary also enjoys volunteering through Girl Scouts, where she has finished her bronze and silver awards, and is aiming for her gold award.

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Emily Viesta (Delta Nu) is happy to be in this year’s production of Legally Blonde. Previous musicals include Shprintze (younger sister) in Fiddler on the Roof, ensemble in Guys and Dolls, munchkin mayor in Wizard of Oz, and Elisha Whitney in Anything Goes. Emily is so glad that she is in this year’s production, and enjoyed meeting all of the nice people she worked with on Legally Blonde. Good luck to everyone in the cast, crew, and pit, as well as our advisors!

Stephanie Vojvodich (Pit/Trumpet) is so excited to be a member of the pit for this year’s performance of Legally Blonde! Stephanie has been a member of OBHS’s Wind Ensemble since 10th grade, and continues to practice her instrument. Stephanie was in the pit band last year, and is looking forward to another great show! Good luck everyone!

Emily Wiesenfeld (Stage Crew/Set Designer) is an 11th grade student at Oyster Bay High School. Emily has been in Stage Crew for a few years, and has been a part of all of the shows this year. Good luck to cast and crew!

Joycelin Wong (Stage Crew/Set Designer) is currently in eleventh grade at Oyster Bay High School. Joycelin has been a part of Stage Crew for two years, and is an avid participant in Interact Club, National Honor Society, Birthday Wishes, etc. Here’s to a great show!

Gregory Wulffen Jr. (Pit/Tenor Saxophone) Since the start of his musical career, until the present, Gregory has played three different instruments. He is currently a Tenor Saxophone player in the Wind Ensemble and performing a NYSSMA solo in May. This is Gregory’s first year as a pit player. He is very excited to watch the play develop, and be a part of the final show. Gregory is looking forward to a great show!

ADVISOR BIOS

Teriann Chiappardi (Director/Choreographer) is a member of the Vernon English as a New Language Department. This is her eighth year teaching and her fourth year at the Vernon School. Ms. Chiappardi has a BA in Adolescent Education with a concentration in Spanish from Dowling College and an MSED in Literacy Studies from Hofstra University. Ms. Chiappardi has served as director/choreographer for James H. Vernon School’s musical productions of Lion King Jr., Alice in Wonderland Jr., & Shrek Jr. the Musical. This is her second production with Oyster Bay High School, and her first as director.

Anthony Femino (Producer), in his first year as the Supervisor for the Fine and Performing Arts Department, has been

involved in school musicals for over 25 years. Mr. Femino holds a B.M. and M.M. from Ithaca College where he performed

in student-run productions of Man of La Mancha and West Side Story. As a choral music educator, Mr. Femino has

directed, musically directed, and conducted a number of middle and high school shows. Some of his favorites over the

years were The Fantasticks, Fiddler on the Roof, Seussical Jr., Into the Woods Jr., G2K Once Upon a Mattress, and The

Little Mermaid, Jr. Mr. Femino is excited to not only produce this year’s production of Legally Blonde: The Musical; but to

also be playing keyboard in the pit. Congratulations to the teachers, cast, pit, and crew for an excellent production and

taking the risk of putting on a musical of this caliber! “Keep it Positive!”

Brittany Ford (Assistant Director) is so thrilled to be a part of this year’s Legally Blonde, The Musical. Ms. Ford also served as the technical director for James H. Vernon School’s Musical Theater Productions of Lion King Jr., Alice in Wonderland Jr., and Shrek Jr., The Musical. Ms. Ford would like to thank the Oyster Bay Administration and the Fine and Performing Arts Supervisor, Mr. Anthony Femino, for the opportunity to work on this amazing show. Finally, Ms. Ford wishes to thank the students and staff, whose hard work and professionalism made this production so wonderful. If there ever was a perfect show, this one qualifies! Omigod You Guys!

Kylie Mullins (Music Director) is currently serving as the vocal director at Oyster Bay High School, where she directs the Concert Choir and Chamber Singers. Ms. Mullins holds a Master's degree in Music & Music Education from Teachers College, Columbia University and a Bachelor's degree in Theatre and Musical Theatre from Northwestern University. Ms. Mullins would like to extend a huge thank you to Mrs. Meagan Dissinger, for her support and guidance throughout this year, to the Oyster Bay Administration, to Fine and Performing Arts Supervisor, Mr. Anthony Femino, and to all of her colleagues for being so welcoming. Lastly, Ms. Mullins would like to express her immense gratitude to all of the students and staff involved in this year's production of Legally Blonde, for their incredible work and dedication to this process. Break a leg!! -Omigod you rawk!

Brenda Murphy (Conductor) is the music teacher at the Theodore Roosevelt Elementary School. Ms. Murphy is a graduate from the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam, with degrees in Music Education and Flute Performance. She has performed with the Orchestra of Northern New York, Crane Symphony Orchestra, and Crane Wind Ensemble. Ms. Murphy enjoys teaching at the Roosevelt School, teaching the flute, and looks forward to conducting Oyster Bay High School's production of Legally Blonde.

Maria Randazzo (Stage Crew/Assistant Producer) is a member of the High School's Art Department, teaching Art 7 & 8, Studio Art, Drawing and Painting, Photo and Computer Art. This is her fourteenth year teaching art and working on musical productions. Ms. Randazzo has a BFA in Art Education and an MA in the Arts from LIU Brookville. Ms. Randazzo would like to thank her colleagues and family, who have helped throughout this process. She would also like to thank all the cast and pit members who have been so dedicated to this show. A HUGE thank you to the amazing Crew (OMG) that always demonstrates endless commitment, pride and support for one another!

SCENES/MUSICAL NUMBERS

Act 1

Scene 1: Delta Nu Sorority House, Shopping Mall

“Omigod You Guys”…………………....……………………………Margot, Serena, Pilar, Leilani, Kate, Elle, Delta Nus, Store Manager

Scene 2: Restaurant

“Serious”………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………………………………………………..Warner, Elle

Scene 3: Delta Nu Sorority House

“Daughter of Delta Nu”………………………………………………………………………………………………..……Margo, Serena, Pilar, Delta Nus

Scene 4: Delta Nu Sorority House

“What You Want” (Part 1)…………………………………………………………..Elle, Margo, Serena, Pilar, Kate, Elle’s Mom, Elle’s Sister,

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……………….Grandmaster Chad, Chorus

Scene 5: Harvard Law School – Admissions Office, Quad, Classroom

“What You Want” (Part 2)………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………………….………Elle, Chorus

“Harvard Variations”……………………………………………………………….……….…….…………Erin, Emmett, Padamadan, Enid, Students

“Blood in the Water”………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………..………...….Callahan, Students

Scene 6: Harvard Law School - Quad

“Positive”…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Serena, Margot, Pilar, Elle, Greek Chorus

Scene 7: The Hair Affair

“Ireland”…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..……………………Paulette

“Ireland” (Reprise)……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..………….Paulette

Scene 8: Harvard Law Party

“Serious” (Reprise)……………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………………...Warner, Elle

“Chip On My Shoulder” (Part 1)……………………………………………………………………………………….………Emmett, Elle, Greek Chorus

“Chip On My Shoulder” (Part 2)………………………………………………………………….……………………………Emmett, Elle, Greek Chorus

Scene 9: Dewey’s Trailer, Harvard Law

“Elle Reflects”…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………………….…..Elle

“So Much Better”…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Elle, Students, Greek Chorus

Act 2

Scene 1: Callahan’s Office, Boston Women’s Correctional Facility

“Whipped Into Shape”…………………………………………………………………………….…………………………..……..Brooke, Callahan, Chorus

Scene 2: Department Store: Hansen-Harkness

“Take It Like a Man”…………………………………………………………………………………………………….….Elle, Emmett, Sales Girls, Chorus

Scene 3: The Hair Affair

“Bend and Snap”…………………………………..……………………………..Serena, Margo, Pilar, Elle, Paulette, Salon Employees, Clients

Scene 4: The Courtroom

“Gay or European?”…………………...................................................................Elle, Callahan, Emmett, Warner, Vivienne, Enid,

……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………………..….Brooke, Carlos, Nikos, Chorus

Scene 5: Callahan’s Office

“Legally Blonde”……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………………….Elle, Emmett

Scene 6: The Hair Affair

“Legally Blonde Remix”…………………………………………….………………Vivienne, Elle, Enid, Serena, Pilar, Margot, Brooke, Chorus

Scene 7: The Courtroom, Graduation

“Scene of the Crime”……………………………………….………………………………..………….Judge, Serena, Margot, Pilar, Brooke, Chorus

“Find My Way/Finale”……………………………………………………….……..……Elle, Paulette, Vivienne, Brooke, Enid, Emmett, Chorus

SHOUT OUTS!

Dear Colette,

We remember how excited you were to find out what this year’s production would be.

You have worked so hard and we know you are going to be great. Your big sis is cheering you

on from afar. Love You Always, Mom, Dad, Kaela & Scout xo

Congrats To Ella & Crew!

We Love You!

Mom, Dad, Sam & Ben

Kayleigh keep reaching for the stars! Love you to the moon & back!

Congrats Julia; you never cease to amaze us!

Mom, Dad, Emily

Congratulations to Ava & Aurora Aschettino, as well as the entire cast & crew of Legally Blonde!

Great job!

Daniela, proud of you! So AMAZING! Love you, Mum, Dad & bros

SHOUT OUTS!

Congratulations Kayla on all of your amazing high school performances!!!! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to watch you “Whip it Good” as Brooke Wyndham. Love you so much, Mom, Dad, Christopher, Michael, Collin and your co-star….Grace.

“Bend and Snap” Grace!!! So excited to see you strut your stuff as Serena. We are so proud of you!! Congratulations on another amazing show. Love you so much, Mom, Dad, Christopher, Michael, Collin and your co-star…..Kayla.

Thank you to all the cast, crew and supporters who made this production so special,

and congrats to everyone involved in the process.

Much love, good energy and break legs!

---Jaiya Chetram

Emily Viesta,

We are so proud of you! Congratulations! Love Mame and Paups

Congratulations Emily Viesta! We are so proud of you!

Love Grandma and Grandpa

Anabella, You are a ‘Pilar’ of strength and love for our whole family! Oh My Gosh... We Love You!

Love, Mom, Dad, Liv, Sal & Nina xo

SHOUT OUTS!

Awesome job Paige!

We love you!

Dad, Mom & Nolan

Jayce and Jenna,

Everyone is proud of you. Not only for your hard work and dedication, but for your passion for the

performing arts. You are such special and wonderful children and are all very excited to see you two

on stage. GOOD LUCK in the play. We Love you!

Mom and Dad

AUTOGRAPHS

AUTOGRAPHS

To Thomas &

Miriam, the

cast & crew:

Oh my God, oh

my God you

guys!

Mom & Dad

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