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Book, Music and Lyrics by

Musical Arrangements Original Concept/ Additional Lyrics Steve Skinner

Musical Supervision and Dramaturg Additional Arrangements Lynn Thomson Tim Weil

RENT was originally produced in by New York Workshop and on Broadway by , Kevin McCollum, Allan S. Gordon and New York Theatre Workshop “In these dangerous times, where seems that the world is ripping apart at the seams, we all can learn how to survive from those who stare death squarely in the face every day and [we] should reach out to each other and bond as a community, rather than hide from the terrors of life at the end of the millennium.” - Jonathan Larson

Act I Tune Up A……………………………...……………...……….....…...…………...….…………..…...………...Mark, Roger Voice Mail #1……………………………...……………...……....……...….…………….....………….…...... ….Mrs. Cohen Tune Up B………………...……………...……………...……...………...…..………………...Mark, Roger, Collins, Benny …………………...……………...……….…………...…...... …....Mark, Roger, Benny. Joanne, Collins, Christmas Bells #1…………...………...………...………...... …...... …...………...………...………...... …Homeless Man You Okay, Honey…...………...………...………...………...……...... …...……...………...…….…...………..Angel, Collins Tune Up ()…………....………...………...………...……...…………...………...………...………..…..Roger, Mark One Glory…....………...... ………...………....………...…….....………....………...………....………...………..Roger Light My Candle………….....…….....…….....…….....……...... …….....……...... ….....…….....…….....Roger, Mimi Voice Mail #2……….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…...... …....…….. Mr. Jefferson, Mrs. Jefferson, Maureen Today For You A……….....…….....…….....…….....……....…...... ….....…….....…….....……….Mark, Collins, Roger Today For You B……….....…….....…….....…….....……...... …….....…….....…….... Angel, Collins, Roger, Mark You’ll See………….....…….....…….....…….....…….....……...... …….....…..Benny, Mark, Roger, Collins, Angel Tango Maureen (Intro)… …….....…….....…….....……...... …….....…….....…….....…….....…..….Mark, Joanne Tango Maureen………….....…….....…….....…….....…...... ….....…….....…….....…….....……...... …….Mark, Joanne Support Group………….....…….…...... ……..Steve, Gordan, Pam, Sue, Angel, Collins, Paul, Mark, Ali Out Tonight…….…….....…….....…….....…...... ….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…..Mimi Another Day…………….....…….....……...... …….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…….....……...…Roger, Mimi Will I………….....…….....…….....…….....…...... ….....…….....…….....…….....…….....……...Roger, Steve, Company On The Street………….....……...... … Homeless People, Squeegieman, Cops, Angel, Blanket Person, Mark, Collins Santa Fe……….....…….....…….....…...... …....…….....…….....…….....….Angel, Mark, Collins, Homeless People I’ll Cover You……….....…….....……...... …….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…….....….Angel, Collins We’re Okay……….....…….....…….....…...... ….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…….....…….....……Joanne Christmas Bells……………...... ……..Homeless, Squeegieman, Vendor, Collins, Angel, Mark, Roger, Cops, Mimi, Junkies, The Man, Company, Maureen Over The Moon……….....……...... …….....…….....…….....…….....…..Maureen, “” Back-Ups La Vie Boheme/I Should Tell You…...... …...….Restaurant Man, Roger, Mark, Collins, Maureen, Benny, Angel, Joanne, Maureen, Mr. Grey, Mimi, Company

Act II A…...……....…...... ….....……....……....…….....……....……....…….....……....……....…….Company Happy A…...……...... ………....……....….Mark, Mimi, Roger, Maureen, Joanne, Collins, Angel Voice Mail #3…...……....……...... ……....……....…….....……....……....…….....……....……....……..…Mrs. Cohen Voice Mail #4…...……....……...... ……....……....…….....……....……....…….....……....……....……...Alexi Darling Valentine’s Day Crossover……...... …...... …….....……....……....…….....………....……Mark, Joanne, Maureen Happy New Year B…...... ….…Maureen, Mark, Joanne, Angel, Benny, Roger, Collins, Mimi, The Man …...…...... …....…….....……....……....…….....……....…….....…….....…...Maureen, Joanne Voice Mail #5……...……....…….....…...... …....……....…….....……....……....…….....……....……….…….Alexi Darling Season of Love B………...……....…...... ….....……....……....…….....……....……....…….....….…....……...... Company Without You…...……....…….....……...... ……....…….....……....……....…….....……....……....…….….Roger, Mimi I’ll Cover You (Reprise)…....……...... …….....……….....…....……..…….Collins, Mimi, Mark, Maureen, Company Halloween…....……....…….....……...... ……....…….....……....……....…….....……....……....…….....……...... Mark Goodbye Love……....……....…...... ….....…...... …....……....…...... Mimi, Roger, Benny, Maureen, Joanne What you Own……...……....……...... ……....……...…….....…..….....……....……....…. Roger, Mark, Company Voice Mail #6……...……....…...... ….....……....Roger’s Mother, Mimi’s Mother, Mr. Jefferson, Mrs. Cohen Finale A…...……....……....……...... ……....……..Mark, Roger, Collins, Maureen, Mimi, Joanne, Company Your Eyes…...……....…….....……...... ……....…….....……....……....…….....……....……....…….....……...... ….Roger …...……....……....……...... ……....…….....……..Mimi, Roger, Joanne, Maureen, Collins, Company

CREATIVE TEAM Steven Yuhasz – Director Josh D. Smith – Musical Director Freddy Ramirez – Choreographer Shai Davenport – Rose Biggerstaff – Stage Manager Andrew Mannion – Set Designer Ann Aumick – Costume Coordinator/Wardrobe Supervisor Carter Irwin – James Petersen – Technical Director Derek Kirkaldy – Head of Properties Marty Petersen – Student Production Supervisor William Blunck – Audio Engineer Zach Simpson – Stage Management Intern Chloe Savitch – Directing Intern

CAST Roger Davis - Scout Santoro Mark Cohen - Anthony Mucci Tom Collins - John Rodney Turner Benjamin Coffin III - Moses Oscar Joanne Jefferson - Ahlanna Russell Angel Dumott-Schunard - Carter Klumbach Mimi Marquez - Shayda Ramsammy - Adriana Vicinanzo Mark’s Mom, Allison and others - Emma Rask Mr. Jefferson and others - Jerry Persaud Jr. Mrs. Jefferson, woman w/ bags, Seasons of Love soloist and others -Leilanis Sanchez The man, and others - Micah Dissanayake Mr. Grey and others - Jacob Frenyea Gordan and others - Ethan Eggleston Man with squeegee, and others - Adam Andrews Paul, a cop, and others - Liam Fitzgerald Alexi Darling and others - Keira Woods Roger’s mom - Sarah Dworman Waiter - Christopher Buettner

CREW

Jack Altman Zoe Collins Olvia Gilbert Grisham Ella Kuban Emily Livingston Erica Loveless Diego O’Connor Morgan Wade

MUSICIANS

Sosuke Aizawa - Cello Nellie Cordi – Violin Antonio Cordova - Guitar Sophie Dvorak- Keyboard Delia Martin - Bass Anthony Napoli – Percussion Cael Sullivan - Violin Maia Regan - Violin Michael Wong – Violin Clarie Choi – Cellist Intern Robert Ackerman – Drumming Intern Lily Neugebauer – Violin Intern Harry Lumb - Guitar PROCTORS COLLABORATIVE STAFF Philip Morris – CEO Jean Leonard – Chief of Staff Christine Sheehan – Director, School of the Performing Arts Grace Janiszewski – Creative Workforce Director Tony Torres – Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Access Director Dan Sheehan – Director of Operations James Petersen – Technical Director Marty Petersen – Student Production Supervisor Derek Kirkaldy – Head of Properties William Blunck – Audio Engineer

CREATIVE TEAM BIOS

Ann Aumick (Costume Coordinator/Wardrobe Supervisor) is excited to be back at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors working with students. This is her 21st year working in the theatre, an industry she is proud to see coming back! When not working on a production, she is working for her home business Thistledown and Clover. Her new collection of handmade cloth- ing, accessories and home goods can be found on-line and at local festivals. Love to my family, especially my niece Lily who will run the world someday!

Rose Biggerstaff (Stage Manager) is thrilled to be working with Broadway Camp this summer. This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. Prior to working with Proctors, Rose has worked both backstage and on stage! Past credits include directing and stage managing with companies such as Northeast Ensemble, SLOC, BrownBox Produc- tions, NSCP as well as many others. Outside of theatre she enjoys painting, reading and going on hikes. Wishing broken legs to the entire cast and crew who have worked tirelessly for the past month to put this show on stage!

Shai Davenport (Assistant Director) is eager to be back at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. A recent graduate from SUNY Oneonta, this is Shai’s third summer working with the School of the Performing Arts and her second Broadway Camp production! A lover of the arts, Shai also has a for working with the youth and is pursuing a Master’s Degree in Educa- tion. For fun Shai enjoys traveling, basking in the sun and Greek food.

Carter Irwin (Lighting Designer) has been working in Entertainment Technology as broad- cast Technical Director, theatrical Master Electrician, and Lighting Designer for over a decade on events and productions throughout . Recent theatrical productions of note include Technical Director on Muskoka Nights: A Virtual Experience (2021), Master Electrician on the National Tour of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live (2020), and Lighting Designer for The School of the Performing Arts productions of Les Misérables (Summer 2019), (Summer 2018), and Pippin (Summer 2017).

Derek Kirkaldy (Head of Properties) began his career at Elmira College in 1997 where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Theatrical Studies in 2001. He immediately moved to Schenecta- dy where he joined Proctors Collaborative as an independent contractor before being hired per- manently as a stagehand in 2003. He is also a member of IATSE Union Local #14 (International Association of Theatrical Stage Employees) since 2004, and currently holds a position of Record- ing Secretary for Local #14. In his 19 years of service, Derek has had the privilege of working for such big touring shows as , Rent, Phantom of the , The Color Purple, , Hamil- ton, , , Lion King, and many others.

Andrew Mannion (Scenic Designer) designed Les Misérables for Broadway Camp at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors in 2019. He is an Artist in Residence of Scenic Design at Union Col- lege and he previously taught at Western Carolina University. Recent designs include Trojan Women at Union and a.Lone at CCIAC. He will be designing Union’s fall show, Sex Habits of the American Woman. While living in , he worked with Broadway designers John Lee Beatty, David Zinn and Anna Louizos. He has also designed and painted at Stella Adler School of Acting, NC Stage, Flat Rock Playhouse, Mount Baker Theatre Company, Julliard School, The Gala Hispanic Theatre, Santa Fe Opera, Goodspeed Musicals and Williamstown Theatre Festival. Marty Petersen (Student Production Supervisor) has been a stagehand for over thirty years, primarily at Proctors Collaborative, but also at venues across the local region. He has been the House Flyman since the expansion of Proctors in 2005, responsible for integrating the rigging and flyrail operations of touring productions such as Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Lion King and into the House system. He looks forward to resuming stage activities after the hiatus of COVID restrictions. He has enjoyed the last fifteen months of forced downtime by sharing quarantine with his lovely and loyal spouse, teen children and marvelous new German Shepherd pup, Magnus. But it’s time to get back to work, so let’s call “places”!

Freddy Ramirez (Choreographer) is happy to return to the School of the Performing Arts Summer program at Proctors. He has choreographed All Shook Up, Aida, Pippin and Les Misérables for the Broadway Camp program. Freddy is an Associate Artist at theREP, and Assistant Artistic Director at The Northeast Company. A former Broadway perform- er and Dance Company member Freddy now calls upstate NY home. He most recently cho- reographed. The Irish and How They Got That Way, Full Monty, She Loves Me, Mamma Mia, Camelot, A Christmas Story, and the Secret Garden at the Rep. Other Directing and Choreography credits include , , , Carousel, , Little Shop of Horrors & Nunsense for numerous regional and repertory the- atres. In addition to the world Freddy has created choreography for plays in- cluding Shakespeare in Love, Miss Bennet Christmas at Pemberley, the world premieres of The Naked Influence and Some People Hear Thunder. He has also created choreography for national and international dance companies. As a grant recipient he created and debuted two original dance works which were performed in , and here in the US.

Chloe Savitch (Directing Intern) is excited to join the incredible cast and crew of Broadway Camp for the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors for her first time! Chloe is a theatre and psychology major at Union College and has been involved in many productions including The Trojan Women (Cassandra), Macbeth (Witch), Sam Spade: A Radio Noir (Stage Manager) and many more. Outside of theatre she enjoys spending time with family, , and pets. Huge congratulations to the entire cast and crew!

Zach Simpson (Assistant Stage Manager/Intern) is beyond excited to be involved with Broadway Camp this summer. Zach is a Musical Theatre Major at Syracuse University and was previously onstage in Broadway Camp’s productions of Aida and Les Misérables. Zach would like to thank his family and friends for their continued support. Enjoy the show!

Josh D. Smith (Music Director) is delighted to work with the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. As an associate artist at theREP (under the Proctors Collaborative umbrella) past productions include Shakespeare in Love, Ring of Fire, She Loves Me, Mamma Mia!, Camelot and The Secret Garden. He has performed, music directed, and/or accompanied numerous productions throughout the US-from Arizona to Maine. Capital Region audiences may rec- ognize Josh as a former resident Musical Director at the Mac-Haydn Theatre in Chatham, NY. He currently serves as Artistic Director for the ArtisTree Music Theatre Festival in Wood- stock, VT. His musical arrangements can be heard in venues across the country including Feinstien’s/54 Below, The Green Room 42 and The Theatre in . A recording of his arrangements will be released on Broadway Records early next spring. Josh is originally from Syracuse, NY. Proud member of ’ Equity and American Federation of Musicians Local 802. www.joshdsmithmusic.com

Steven Yuhasz (Director) is the Director of Broadway Camp RENT. Having worked exten- sively in professional theatre as a director including Off Broadway: Flamingo Court with Ja- mie Farr and Anita Gillette, The Preacher and the Shrink with Dee Hoty and Tom Galantich. The Lincoln Continental, Midtown International Theatre Festival (Nominated “Best Produc- tion of a Play.”) Late Nights with the Boys: confessions of a leather bar chanteuse. Zorba with Jeff McCarthy, Aaron Ramey, Beth Fowler & Emily Skinner - York Theatre. Tusk “Best of NYMF”. Regional Theatre: at the , with Lorenzo Lamas at Ogunquit Playhouse. Lover, Liar, Lady: The Woman of Kander & Ebb (conceived), Lady Day at the Emerson’s Bar and Grill, Steakin’, Forever Plaid - New Provincetown Players where he served as Artistic Consultant. Associate Director All About Us - Westport Country Playhouse with Eartha Kitt, & Shuler Hensley. Cinderella - Ogunquit Playhouse and Pa- permill Playhouse with Leslie Uggums. Three seasons of starring , F. Murray Abraham & Tim Curry at the Theatre assisting Susan Stro- man. Other productions include work at The Goodspeed Opera, Casa Manana, Flatrock Play- house, Ryman Auditorium and Cape Cod Theatre Project. Producer: Off Broadway Streakin! & Pterodactyl Island. Producer for The Actors’ Fund of America Broadway Concerts and World Aids Day Concert of Pippin. Steven appeared on Broadway as an in the revivals of Peter Pan with Sandy Duncan, George Rose and Christopher Hewitt and Zorba with Antho- ny Quinn and Lilia Kedrova. Steven was also the Executive Director for Shakespeare on the Sound in CT and Associate General Manager at Papermill Playhouse. CAST BIOS

Adam Andrews (Ensemble-Honest Living/Squeegieman) is delighted to be making his Broad- way Camp at Proctors debut! He’s excited to take with his fellow castmates for the first time in over a year. His last on-stage role was A-Rab in at Broadway Upstate and he is thrilled to join them this summer as William Barfeé in the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. When he is not on the stage, he enjoys spending time with friends and listening to his favorite artist, Madonna. He would like to thank his Mom and Dad for all their support!

Katie Benanto (Ensemble) is a fifteen-year-old who attends Ballston Spa High School. She loves to sing, act, write and play guitar. This is her first time being a part of the School of the Performing arts at Proctors! She hopes you love the show!

Christopher Buettner (Ensemble) is thrilled to be in the Broadway Camp at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors! Chris, a junior at Schuylerville High School, started perform- ing at and has been in 28 productions through Saratoga Children’s Theater, Schuyler- ville Community Theater, Home Made Theater, Schuylerville Central School and Lake George Youtheatre. Credits include , Jr. (Young Simba), Les Misérables (Bishop, Student), Newsies (Darcy, Newsy), A Charlie Brown Christmas (Charlie Brown) and the upcoming The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Christopher). Outside theatre, Chris games, reads and hangs with friends. Thanks to the cast, crew, musicians, and his parents!

Josie Diodato (Ensemble) is very excited to be a part of Broadway Camp at Proctors this year! This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts but is hopeful to participate in future productions as well. Other theater credits include productions for Colonie Central High School’s Line n’ Cue such as Peter and the Starcatcher and , and produc- tions done at MasterClass Performing Arts such as Shrek the Musical. Outside of theater she enjoys activities such as baking and drawing. She’d like to thank her family for always provid- ing her love and support in any situation.

Micah Dissanayake (Ensemble) is very excited to be back at Proctors for this year’s pro- duction of RENT. This will be his second show at the School of the Performing Arts, the first being Les Misérables where Micah played five different ensemble roles. He was also in a production of Calvin Berger at the Clifton Park Library in the ensemble. He was also in the Shenendehowa production of Guys and Dolls where he played Rusty Charlie and another en- semble role. Micah also regularly takes vocal and piano lessons outside of shows.

Sarah Dworman (Ensemble) is incredibly excited to participate in this year’s Broadway Camp at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. She performed in Les Miserables before the lockdown and is thrilled to be back. Other credits include Jerusha in Daddy Long Legs, Portia in Something Rotten!, Fiona in Shrek Jr., Ariel in The Little Mermaid Jr., and Ariel in Footloose. When she isn’t performing, Sarah loves to sing, listen to music, read, color, and spend time with her friends and family. Sending love and broken legs to the cast, crew, and musicians, and the biggest hugs and thanks to Mom and Dad.

Ethan Eggleston (Ensemble) is so excited to be performing at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. This is his very first time performing with the School of The Performing Arts and being cast in one of their productions! Ethan has been doing theatre for 8 years now, with doing community theatre, such as Youtheatre, along with productions with Stage 42 Drama Club at South Glens Falls High School. Outside of the theatre world, Ethan loves to play with his dog, write, and hang out in the sun! Best of luck to him and his cast mates!

Liam Fitzgerald (Ensemble) is thrilled for their first show with the School of the Performing Arts. They have had much experience in shows prior but this will be their biggest production yet! They would like to thank their parents for all the love and support they give. Liam gives their support to everyone working on this production and all the work they have put into making this show happen despite the current situation we all find ourselves in. They would like to thank you for coming and hope you enjoy the show!

Jacob Frenyea (Ensemble) is ecstatic to be back on the MainStage at Proctors with Broadway Camp! This is his second production with the School of the Performing Arts. Other notable credits include; Hysterium (FORUM), Gomez Addams (), Dennis Dupree (Rock of Ages), Ensemble (Les Misérables) among others. Outside of theatre, he enjoys writing, and watching movies. So much love to the Cast, Crew, & Musicians and especially my family and friends for the constant support. Theatre is back, y’all! Enjoy the show!

Alannah Gottehrer (Ensemble) is so excited to be part of Broadway Camp at Proctors! This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts. Other credits include Bright Star (Mama Murphy), Chicago (Ensemble), and Newsies (Ensemble). Outside of theatre she loves to crochet and play guitar. She would like to thank her mom and dad for always being there and be- lieving in her. Love to the cast, crew, and musicians for making this experience amazing.

Lily Graham (Ensemble) is thrilled to be a part of the Broadway Camp at the School of the Per- forming Arts at Proctors. This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts. She’s been in many plays including Cinderella (Cinderella) and Hansel and Gretel (witch). She’s been in several musicals including Young Frankenstein (ensemble). Lily loves singing and par- ticipates in the Capital District Youth Chorale (CDYC), her school choir, and Mezzo Voce (the select school choir). Outside of performing, she enjoys painting, baking, and playing piano. She also likes playing basketball and volleyball. Love to the cast, crew, musicians, and my family.

Heather Hayes (Ensemble) is a rising senior at South Glens Falls High School. She is beyond ex- cited to be performing on the stage at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. Her most re- cent credits include: Betty Jean in The Marvelous Wonderettes at Fort Salem Theater, Women 1 in for A New World and Lola in Damn Yankees with South Glens Falls High School and Olive in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee with Broadway Upstate. She wishes to thank the pro- duction team and her family for their support. www.heathermhayes.com

Paige ‘PJ’ Jersen (Ensemble) is beyond thrilled to be returning to Broadway camp for the second time! Their favorite past roles include Helen Cooper in Night of the Living Dead, Miss Hannigan in , Genie in , Ensemble in Les Misérables (here at Broadway Camp!), and General Cartwright in Guys and Dolls! They are also a lover of yoga, arts, and makeup! PJ is so grateful for this experience and wants to thank everyone involved. A big thank you to their wonderful Mom and Sister, as well!

Carter Klumbach (Angel Dumott-Schunard) is thrilled to be a part of Broadway Camp’s production of RENT at Proctors! This is Carter’s first show with the School of the Perform- ing Arts and cannot wait to return to the stage in all his glory after almost two years. Carter grew up in Utica, New York and has been in many shows around his community. His favorite roles include Mendel (Fiddler on the Roof) which was the first show Carter was ever in, Coach Bolton (High School Musical) from his senior show at Thomas R. Proctor High School, Nikos () at Utica Dance in 2018, and a Flipper Boy in Rome Capitol Theatre’s produc- tion of Mamma Mia! in 2019. Carter is currently studying Musical Theatre at MVCC en route of getting his Associates in the Arts degree and hopes to transfer to a four-year school in 2022 to complete his Bachelors. Like Angel, Carter is a very fun-loving bundle of joy and always brings so much energy to the stage in whichever way he can. Though the pandemic has been hard on him he knows that there is no day but today to return to the stage and show everyone what he is capable of. Kick back, relax and enjoy our rendition of RENT!

Marianna Loomis (Ensemble) is thrilled to make her debut on the Proctor’s stage in RENT. She has been involved in many performances around the Capital Region. Her favorite roles in- clude Colin in The Secret Garden, Sharpay in High School Musical, and Dragon in Shrek. Mar- ianna will be a senior at Columbia High School in the fall. In her free time, she loves to spend time with friends and family. Marianna is so thankful for the cast, crew, and her Mom, Dad, Karen, David, and Gabe for always supporting her.

Anthony Mucci (Mark Cohen) is returning to the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors after performing in Les Misérables in 2019. Other shows/roles performed in at his high school theater program, Mohon Masque include: Young Simba in Lion King Jr, Ensemble in Guys & Dolls, Stache in Peter and the Starcatcher and Uncle Fester in The Addams Family which he was privileged to receive a nomination for Best Actor in the HSMTA at Proctors. His last role and show before the Covid19 pandemic was Pippin where he would have performed the title role. Anthony is very much looking forward to being able to perform again in his new role as Mark Cohen in RENT at School of the Performing Arts at Proctors! Outside of theatre he enjoys singing/writing and producing music, playing instruments, hanging out with his friends and having fun! Much love to the cast, crew and orchestra :)

Jerry Persaud Jr. (Ensemble) is an upcoming senior at Schenectady High School. This is his first production with Broadway Camp at Proctors and he is very excited to branch out and do some local theatre! He’s performed in SHS’s and as Senator Fipp and Ensemble correspondingly. He’d like to thank his close friends and mentors for all their sup- port and care. Outside of acting and theatre, Jerry is very passionate about film, directing and hopes to continue this through his college journey.

Moses Oscar (Benjamin Coffin III) is thrilled to perform at Broadway Camp with the School of the Performing Arts for the very first time! He has acted in four productions at Schenect- ady High School from 2014-2016 directed by the great Bill Ziskin. Then, performing in four productions at SUNY New Paltz, he has been afforded many opportunities to perfect his craft. Outside of theatre he enjoys traveling and working with kids. Sending good vibes only to all the creatives on this production and everyone supporting the Arts!

Shayda Ramsammy (Mimi Marquez) is so thrilled to be back at Proctors for RENT! Previous credits include: Les Misérables (Ensemble), Heathers (Veronica, Fallen Chandelier), and Mam- ma Mia! (Donna, Fallen Chandeller). Big thanks to Lisa Franklin, Christy D’ambrosio, Mom and Dad! love you mom

Emma Rask (Ensemble) is extremely excited to be able to participate in Broadway Camp at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. This is her second production with the School of the Performing Arts, but her other recent credits include productions with Schenectady Light Op- era Company, Not So Common Players, BARC Theatre, and her high school’s drama program. Alongside performing, Emma loves playing the piano, tap dancing, and singing karaoke with her friends. She would like to thank all who have supported her, the crew, the musicians, but she would like to especially thank the cast of RENT for being such an important part of her life.

Ahlanna Russell (Joanne Jefferson) is so excited to be doing her first show with The School of the Performing Arts at Proctors! She is a Utica, New York native and Proctor High School alum. Her credits include; Deloris Van Cartier (Sister Act), Shakespeare (Something Rotten!), Aunt Eller (Oklahoma!), Fipp/Josephine (Urinetown), and more! Ahlanna is thrilled to pursue performing in the future as she will be attending ’s musical theatre program in the fall. She sends all her love to the wonderful cast, crew, and of course, her family. She hopes you enjoy RENT!

Leilanis Sanchez (Ensemble) is 17 years old. This is her first time performing at Proctors since she was 4. She hopes to continue to perform with Proctors in the future. She wishes the cast and crew good luck and is super grateful for the opportunity to perform with such an amazing cast.

Scout Santoro (Roger) is thrilled to be making his debut at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. Regional credit include: King Charles in Pippin at Playhouse Stage Company, George Banks in at SLOC and Race in Newsies at Playhouse Stage Company. In his free time Scout enjoys playing the guitar and hanging out with his friends. He would like to thank his family, friends, Mom and Dad and everyone else that helped him to get where he is today!

John Rodney Turner (Tom Collin) is very excited to join the cast of RENT at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors! Other credits include new musical Fly More Than You Fall, The Imaginary, Sister Act at La Comedia and SLOC and Shrek at HMT and Ocean City Theatre. John studied musical theatre at American Musical Dramatic Academy. Outside of theatre John enjoys movies and food. Thank you Mom and Dad for encouraging me to continue my dream.

Julia Varga (Mimi u/s, Alexi Darling) is so excited to be a part of the Broadway Camp at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors! This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts. Other select credits include Into the Woods (Cinderella) with Draper Mid- dle School, Little Shop of Horrors (Urchin) with Debut’s Theatre Company, and Shrek (Dragon, Select Dancer, Select Singer) with Not So Common Kids. Outside of theatre she studies piano and enjoys playing competitive soccer.

Adriana Vicinanzo (Maureen) is thrilled to be a new student at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors! Previous community theatre credits include Anna in Frozen, Susan Lawrence in Big, Belle in Beauty and the Beast, and Inga in Young Frankenstein. She is currently train- ing at AMDA to pursue a professional career in the performing arts. Lastly, she would like to thank everyone at the School of the Performing Arts for this wonderful opportunity and her family for their unconditional love and support.

Kaylee Whelan (Ensemble), is excited to be a part of Broadway Camp here at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. This is her third production with the School of the Performing Arts. Some other credits with Broadway Camp include AIDA as Nehebka and Les Misérables as ensemble. Kaylee loves performing and thanks you for coming to our production!

Keira Woods (Ensemble) is so excited to be back on the MainStage at Proctors for not only her third Broadway Camp production, but her first live performance in a year and a half! Some of her recent credits include Elle Woods (Legally Blonde) and Janet Van DeGraff (Drowsy Chap- erone). She is also planning on pursuing a musical theatre degree at Nazareth College this fall! Sending love and thanks to all those who have supported her. Enjoy the show!

Sofia Zambri-Moran (Ensemble) is very excited to be a part of Broadway camp! This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. Other roles in musicals include: Matilda in All Shook Up, Willy Wonka in Willy Wonka Jr., and Sander in Camp Rock. She has also been in various plays with Drama Kids International. Thanks to her dance and singing teachers and the rest of the company! CREW BIOS

Jack Altman (Crew) is excited to participate in Broadway Camp for his first time! While he has never worked with the School of the Performing Arts before, he has assisted with set con- struction and run sounds for theatre department productions at St. Paul’s School. Beyond the theatre, he enjoys reading, the classics, and entertaining his three cats, who do not seem to share his interests.

Zoe Collins (Crew) is a thrilled to be at Broadway Camp at Proctors! This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts. Other credits include productions put on by the Young Ac- tors Guild including Huckleberry Finn and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat as well as Columbia High School’s production of The Secret Garden. Outside of theatre she enjoys drawing and reading. Love to the cast, crew, musicians and of course Mom and Dad!

Olivia Gilbert (Crew) is thrilled to be a part of the Broadway Camp production of RENT at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors! This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts, and her first time on production crew. Her favorite performance credits include Chastity () with Shaker Junior High School, (Honk), and Hello Dol- ly with King’s Kids. Outside of theatre she enjoys playing the and and playing field hockey. would like to thank the cast, crew, musicians, and creative team for such an incredible experience!

Aria Grisham (Crew) is so excited to be a part of Broadway camp this year! This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors, but she has participated in eight shows (four musicals, four plays) as a part of her high school’s Stage Crew. This past year, she had the honor of student directing her school’s production of Little Women! Her re- cent acting credits include Twelfth Night (Sir Toby Belch) and Much Ado About Nothing (Don John). Outside of theatre she enjoys playing and spending time with her two cats.

Ella Grace Kuban (Crew) is thrilled to have Broadway Camp back at Proctors! Even though this is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts, she has enjoyed other summer programs like, improv, and Broadway dance. Other credits include ensemble roles in Cinderella, The Addams Family and Hello Dolly! at Notre Dame Bishop Gibbons and community roles with Schenectady Theatre for Children and singing with the Capital District Youth Chorale. Outside of theatre Ella enjoys drawing and spending time with her friends. Love to the cast, crew, musicians, especially Mom and Dad!

Emily Livingston (Crew) is excited to be a member of the team creating this year’s produc- tion of RENT! This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts. Other cred- its include ensemble cast member of Staging Youths’ Future Inc.’s production of Shrek the Musical, Jr. at Columbia High School. Emily has a strong interest in costume design and is a junior at Tech Valley High School where she recently received the 1st Playable Productions Technology Literacy Award. Outside of theater, Emily enjoys sewing, playing the guitar, sing- ing, and spending time with friends. Love to the cast, crew, musicians and management.

Erica Loveless (Crew) is excited for this chance to work behind the scenes. She has performed in Les Misérables in the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors, Back to Summer and Dear Edwina at Schenectady County Community College and various performances with Missou- la Children’s Theater at Proctors and with Drama Kids International, where she worked as a student intern. An acting student at Schenectady High School, Erica also enjoys film making, dance, and anime, and will be studying Media Arts at FMCC in the fall with plans to pursue a degree in Theatre. Thank you to Christina, Deanna, Jillian, Ms. Depeche, Mr. Muste, everyone at Proctors and my Mom!

Diego O’Connor (Crew) is excited to be doing Broadway Camp again! This is his second time with the production crew. Other credits include doing sound for Les Misérables at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors in 2019. Other interests include running and videogames. Having recently moved here from to start high school during a pandemic, he is happy to be involved in another theater production this summer.

Morgan Wade (Crew) is an incoming senior at Shenendehowa High School, where she is a stage manager for both theatre programs. This is her first show with the School of the Per- forming Arts at Proctors. Best of luck to cast, crew & pit! MUSICIANS BIOS

Robert Ackerman (Drumming Intern) is a Senior Music Performance Major at SUNY Oswe- go. He is so excited to be back at Broadway Camp this summer. This is his second production with the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. Other credits include & The Fantasticks at SUNY Oswego as well as On This Island, Oliver!, and Hairspray at Albany High School.

Sosuke Aizawa (Cello) is a thrilled sophomore to be a part of this year’s Broadway Camp at the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors! He enjoyed being a part his school’s pit orches- tra last year which inspired him to join this year as his first production with the School of the Performing Arts. Enjoy the show!

Claire Choi (Cello Intern) - Claire is super excited to return to Broadway Camp as a musi- cian for the School of the Performing Arts performance of RENT! This is her fourth time per- forming in the orchestra at Broadway Camp, having previously performed in Pippin, AIDA, and Les Misérables. Other performance credits include Niskayuna High School’s performanc- es of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, The Phantom of the Opera, Camelot, and Little Women. She is currently studying Math and Psychology at the University of Roches- ter, where she is also a member of the chamber orchestra and chamber ensembles. In her free time, she enjoys baking and playing board games. Special thanks to my family and to School of the Performing Arts for providing me with this internship opportunity!

Nellie Cordi (Violin) is so excited to join the orchestra for RENT! This is her first time play- ing with the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. Nellie has been playing violin since fourth grade and is now going into her senior year of high school. She loves participating in Guilderland’s music program! She also plays guitar, bass, keyboards, and sings in local bands like TNR and Cloud Nine. She hopes to share her passion for music by performing with friends, releasing original songs and teaching music lessons! She sends a special thank you to her family and friends for supporting her music, especially her grandfather.

Antonio Cordova (Guitar) is extremely excited to be participating in Broadway Camp 2021’s production of RENT! This is his first production with the School of Performing Arts, and first time performing in a pit orchestra. Other credits include, working on the sound crew for The Little Mermaid during The Shenendehowa Musical Company’s production, and playing the role of Sky Masterson in the Shen Musical Company’s production of Guys and Dolls. Outside theater he enjoys playing in rock bands and reading fantasy novels. He is thrilled to be a part of this production and looking forward to the great show!

Sophie Dvorak (Keyboard) is ecstatic to be back onstage as part of RENT! You may have pre- viously heard her as a keyboard player in the School of the Performing Arts production of Les Misérables. Other credits include (Veta Simmons), Newsies (ensemble), and (Myrtle Webb). Sophie is a recent Shaker High School graduate and will be attending Yale University in the fall. She would like to thank Proctors and the show’s directors for giving her this wonderful opportunity and her family for their support. Enjoy the show!

Lily Neugebauer (Violin Intern) is a University of Rochester Undergraduate who cannot wait to perform in her first production at Proctors! On her home campus, Lily can be found in the Rochester Symphony Orchestra and the Off Broadway On Campus Pit Orchestra. While an instrumentalist, she’s also been an actor, vocalist, and dancer at Home Made Theatre, Lisa Franklin’s vocal studio, and Tina Marie’s Dance Academy. Best wishes to the cast and crew!

Delia Martin (Electric Bass) is excited to be part of the pit orchestra in this year’s production of RENT. This is her first production with the School of the Performing Arts. Other credits in- clude Guys & Dolls at Shenendehowa High School. Additionally, in her free time, she teaches electric bass, guitar and saxophone. She will be starting her sophomore year at Berklee College of Music in the fall. Big thank you to Proctors for this opportunity!

Anthony Napoli (Percussionist) is excited for his first performance with the School of the Performing Arts! His credits include cast member of the Mohon Masque’s production of The Addams Family, Pippin, drum set for Peter and the Star Catcher, and percussion section leader in the Mohonasen Band. He performs in several musical ensembles including orchestra, choir, jazz band and marching band. When he is not performing, he enjoys cooking and studying philosophy. Thanks to friends and family who support me! Maia Regan (Violin) is excited to be a part of this production of RENT! This is her first pro- duction with the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors and she is thrilled to be taking part in the return of live theatre. Maia has acted in many school musicals over the years, but this is her first time playing in a pit orchestra. She is a violinist in the ESYO Symphony Orchestra and plans to pursue music education in college. Thanks to her family for all the love and sup- port, and congratulations to everyone involved in Rent!

Cael Wygal Sullivan (Violin) is pumped to perform in this production of RENT! This is his first production with the School of the Performing Arts at Proctors. Other credits include pro- ductions with Mohon Masque including Measure. He also plays in the Empire State Youth Orchestra. Outside of playing violin, he enjoys acting on the stage, singing, playing pi- ano and sk8ing. Love to the cast, crew, fellow musicians and of course his outrageously sup- portive family & friends!

Michael Wong (Violin) is excited for Broadway Camp at Proctors! This is his first production with the School of the Performing Arts. He has worked in the pit for the Guilderland Players’ production of Chicago, has acted for the Guilderland HS Shakespeare Society’s production of Much Ado About Nothing, and has performed in other music organizations like the Empire State Youth Orchestra and his school’s Chamber Choir. He wants to thank the amazing cast, crew, musicians and support from his family for making this possible. Enjoy the show!

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