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Phillip H. Colglazier Officers Executive Director Randall Steiner, President Dianne Shaw, Vice President Ken Menefee, Vice President Artistic Mark Rupp, Treasurer Robert Sandmaier Ed Kos, Secretary Scenic Designer Louise Heckaman Dana Leininger, Past President Resident Costume Designer Eunice Wadewitz Members at Large Music Director & Joe Abella Box Office Manager Tim Alford Jonathan Sandmaier Wendell Bontrager Technical Director Philip Bundy Schellie Engelhart John Burns Costume Rental Manager & John Christensen Joe Cohen Assistant Costumer Jennifer DeGroote Beth Sandmaier Ben Eisbart Scenic Artist David Gall Dr. Adrien Gauthier Deborah Kimbrough Administration Sonya Maldeney Carol Coles Carl Miller Business Manager Tom Miller Carly Myers Rick Phillips Jr. Marketing Director Jeanne Shaheen Mindy Gregory Holly Skekloff Administrative & Box Office Sharon Smith Assistant/Education Director Larry Ward law Laura Wilson Dwight Wilson Lucine Woodson Lebamoff's The IPFW Department of Theatre presents CapK Federico Garcia Lorca's Cork Spanish poetic tragedy Indiana's Largest Bt,os*> o esitimen tal Wine Merchant! • We honor all Joursiey competitor's ads • Full case discounts Feb. 9, 10, 15, 16,17 • City-wide deliver}/ 4 Directed by Carnage Rides For your party planning needs Gregory Stieber for or wedding receptions call . . . featuring All Occasions Susan Domer Andy Lebamoff Daniel Ambrose 4 Bridget Bannec CAP N' CORK NORTH Brian Alan Schilb 5430 Coldwater Road and Molly McCray (219) 824-3202 WILLIAMS THEATRE 483-1147 4 Box Office 481-6555

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II JOSEPH—A Story of Biblical Proportions! Executive This is my fourth time bringing to life the musical story of Joseph. I continue to learn more with each new production, espe­ Director's cially from the creative talents of many individuals associated with each production. I am amazed at their ability and dedication to this Notes endeavor and with their craft—from the actors and stage managers to crew and staff. All of the thanks goes to them. This is their show! I am proud to present to you a cast that is culturally diverse and represents our artistically rich community. The artistic staff and I were open to new possibilities in casting, which presented us with individuals who had the talent and the abilities to create an exciting show worth the price of admission. It continually amazes me how well a production of JOSEPH will sell in any community. I recently directed this show for the Edyvean Repertory Theatre in Indianapolis and it broke all box I office records in the theatre's history. Within the same season, the Indianapolis Civic Theatre produced it and they, too, sold out and added performances. Likewise, when 1 directed this production for Phillip H. Colglazier the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre in 1996, we sold out all performances Executive Director before opening night and even added several performances to meet public demand. The show is light, humorous, touching and visually stimulating. It creatively packages the Biblical message of Joseph—one of brotherly love and forgiveness—in a manner that today's audi­ ences, especially children, can relate to. It's simply an old story dressed up with all the bells and whistles of present-day technol­ ogy and culture. JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT originally was conceived by Andrew Lloyd Webber (music) and Tim Rice (lyrics) in 1967 as a 15-minute musicalization of the Biblical tale of Joseph and his eleven brothers to be performed by a children's — choir at the St. Paul's Junior School at Colet Court in London. I Throughout the years JOSEPH made its way to the West End at the Albery Theatre in London in 1973, made its first Broadway appear­ ance in 1982 at the Royal Theatre and then was revived in 1991 at the . In 1993 it was revived again in Chicago with Donny Osmond and in New York with Michael Damian. The Nezv York Times interviewed Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber about JOSEPH in February 1982 after they had already produced the great works (1971) and (1976). Here are a few of their reflections on JOSEPH: "A schoolmaster friend of ours asked us to write an end-of-term play for his kids," Tim Rice recalled. "It tvas a big comedown for us after our ambitions to have a show produced on the West End—a small audience, a cast of eleven-year-olds." "How were we to knoxo," Andrew Lloyd Webber stated, "that the popular music critic of The London Times had a son at the school, St. 12 Paul's junior School, in London? He reviewed it very favorably, and it's gone on and on since then. It's always playing somewhere or other in England. We've added bits to it along the way, including a new prologue for the Broadway production. But we were afraid to add too much, afraid we'd spoil it." I am so proud of each performer, crew and staff member and volunteer connected with this JOSEPH. I salute them and their dedication and sense of commitment to create live theatre.

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/; The 2000-2001 IN THE WINGS Arts-In-Education program IN THE WINGS marks it's 13* season serving at-risk/economically disadvantaged youth, their families and senior citizens through 64 different area Arts-In- social service organizations and through 137 Allen County Schools—public, private and from the surrounding counties. The Education Civic Theatre provides a "Free Ticket" program for all of the main stage productions, study guides with answer keys, outreach Program workshops, Civic Theatre tours and any assistance teachers or coordinators may need in providing their students/clients with theatrical experiences and knowledge. It is the schoolteachers' and social service agency program coordinators' initial efforts of wanting to integrate the arts into their student's curriculum/activities that allow the Civic to em­ power these youth. The program develops their skills in creative thinking, problem solving, public speaking, thinking on their fee« (improvisation) and knowledge of other cultures—past, present and future. Theatre actively involves the audience to use critical thinking skills by creating a setting that allows them to see things from another person's perspective, while reflecting on their own lives. This is good training in expanding the mind's ability to think in new directions. Theatre motivates! Theatre allows a child to slow down enough to absorb, reflect and think in a world filled with fast-paced edits and subliminal messages that teach them only to react. The IN THE WINGS program reaches further into the community by providing collaborative theatre programs with several social service agencies. This is our third year of providing adult acting classes through the Fort Wayne Community Schools' Neighbor­ hood Connection program and a youth-oriented Theatre Team program through Big Brothers Big Sisters. The 2000-2001 IN THE WINGS program is funded in part by grants from the following: 4 City of Fort Wayne—CDBG ^ Helen Van Arnam

For further information on this exciting program, contact Mindy Gregory, education director, at the Civic Theatre, (219) 422-8641., ext. 221.

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15 The Fort Wayne Area Association of Realtors and the Civic Harry Burney Theatre bring to you the thought-provoking and life-affirming drama A RAISIN IN THE SUN, which will be directed by Harry Guest Directs Burney, the professional actor/director who starred in Civic's FENCES and AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'. A RAISIN IN Harry is currently a creative consultant for the New York Public School System, the Brooklyn Library System and Walt Disney THE SUN World Entertainment. He is featured as a Choirmaster in the film Autumn in Nezv York. The new animated HBO feature fammin A drama by Animals features Harry's voice. And, he appears daily on Nickel­ Lorraine Hansberryodeo n as Ellington in Allegra's Window. He is a member of Actors Equity Association, the American Federation of Television and Radio Artists and the Screen Actors Guild, among other organiza­ tions. Harry will work with our community of African-American £ actors to bring you the story of a mother on the south side of " Chicago who wants to move her family to the suburbs. Her son, though, has a different idea. This is a stunning and humorous Pulitzer Prize-winning drama that goes beyond one man's struggle to prove himself to capture the essence of what every boy needs to become a man. Though such African-American men as Langston Hughes, Harry Burney Richard Wright and Louis Peterson had plays produced on Broad­ Guest Director, A RAISIN IN THE SUN way prior to the 1959 release of A RAISIN IN THE SUN, this play marked the first Broadway production written by an African- American woman. We hope you can join the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre for this moving drama at the Performing Arts Center. The show runs March 30 and 31 and April 1, 5, 6, 7 and 8. The box office opens Monday, March 19.

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i? Tony Didier (Joseph) is happy to return to Who's Who the Civic Theatre stage after a short break from 1776, where he was challenged with his most in the Cast difficult role as Edward Rutledge. He is excited to be performing at the Civic again and would like to thank the director for giving him the opportunity to play the lead role of Joseph. Tony has also starred in Civic's FOREVER PLAID and STATE FAIR. He would also like to thank his wife, Sarah, for all of her love and support.

Lisa D. McDavid (Narrator) performed as the Narrator in IOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT In high school. Her performances are dedicated to Mrs. Donna Downy, a high school teacher who encouraged her to sing, and to her iamijf in Youngstown, Ohio. Lisa starred as Dorothy in Civic's product*.- of THE WIZ and was quite active in theatre in Youngstown. Lisa enjoys her role as a psychology instructor at Michiana College and being with her "children"—a poodle and four pit bulls.

Dwight Wilson (Pharaoh) last graced the Civic stage as the Tin Man in the wonderful production of THE WIZ. Dwight also enjoyed the role of Memphis Lee in Civic's TWO TRAINS RUNNING. He is very happy and appreciative to be back on stage and wholeheart­ edly wishes to thank God, his phenomenal family and everyone who supports the theatre.

Tom Scribner Oacob/Potiphar) is thrilled to be a port of this M production of JOSEPH after thoroughly enjoying his experience la™ fall in 1776. This show has been one of his many favorites since he saw it five years ago in Boston. Tom's other Civic credits include FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, HELLO DOLLY, ANNIE, THE DINING ROOM and KISS ME KATE. He has also participated in Arena Dinner Theatre's A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC and its production of 7776.

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Cast Joseph Tony Didier Narrator Lisa D. McDavid Pharaoh Dwight Wilson Jacob/Potiphar Tom Scribner Brothers Reuben Malcolm D. Walker Simeon/Butler Brad Davis Naphtali/Baker Jim McCann Dan Steven Manning Asher Kerry E. Yingling IsaacharI Apache Dancer Curtis Shaw Levi Kontrell Tyler Zebulun David McGlennen Gad Travis William Gick Judah Allen Sledge Benjamin Ron Hankey Wives Kate Schmidt (also Apache Dancer), Angela Craft (also Mrs. Potiphar), Elizabeth Kay Piercy, Jami Rowlader, Kimberly Faught, Manna Nichols, Annie Spear, Sharon Nelson, Dannah L. Dean, Becky Gall, Beverly A. McCavitt Ishmaelites, Guards .... Justin Beal, Julie Malcolm, Paul Zurbrugg, Sara Black Dance Captains Sara Black, Malcolm Walker The cast will be joined by a different children's choir each weekend: First Weekend Blackhawk Christian School Little joe David Ackermann Second Weekend Woodside Middle School Little Joe Aaron Bradley Third Weekend Fort Wayne Children's Choir Little Joe Zachary Hetrick

20 andthe^ TIIIUI/JIKI , technicoloR dreamcoat Scenes and Musical Numbers Act One Scene 1 Prologue Narrator Any Dream Will Do Joseph, Children Jacob and Sons/Joseph's G>at Narrator, Brothers, Wives, Children, Jacob,Joseph Joseph's Dreams Narrator, Joseph, Brothers, Wives Scene 2 Poor, Poor Joseph Narrator, Joseph, Brothers, Wives Scene 3 One More Angel in Heaven Reuben, Narrator, Brothers, Wives, Jacob Scene 4 Potiphar Narrator, Male and Female Dancers, Mrs. Potiphar, Potiphar, Joseph Scene 5 Close Every Door Joseph, Children Scene 6 Go, Go, Go Joseph Narrator, Butler, Baker, Joseph, Children

There will be a 15-minute intermission. Please join us for concessions in the lobby. Act Two Scene 1 Pharaoh Story Narrator, Children Scene 2 Poor, Poor Pharaoh/Song of the King Narrator, Butler, Pharaoh, Children, Brothers, Female Ensemble Pharaoh's Dreams Explained Joseph, Pharaoh, Children, Brothers, Female Ensemble Stone the Croivs Narrator, Pharaoh, Joseph, Female Ensemble Scene 3 Those Canaan Days Simeon, Jacob, Brothers, Apache Dancers Scene 4 The Brothers Come to Egypt/Grovel, Grovel Narrator, Brothers, Joseph, Female Ensemble, Children Who's The Thief?... Narrator, Joseph, Brothers, Female Ensemble, Children Benjamin Calypso Levi, Brothers, Female Ensemble, Children Joseph All the Time Narrator, Joseph, Children, Brothers, Female Ensemble Scene 5 Jacob in Egypt Narrator, Joseph, Jacob, Children, Brothers, Female Ensemble Scene 6 Any Dream Will Do Joseph, Narrator, Children Scene 7 Joseph Minimix Full Company

21 Jim McCann (Naphtali/Baker) is a native of Toledo, Ohio, having moved to Fort Wayne in 1993. While in Toledo, Jim per­ formed with the Toledo Repertoire Theatre, Bedford Community Theater, Westgate Dinner Theater and Encore Theater in Lima, Ohio. Jim studied tap and jazz professionally for six years. While music and dance are his first loves, when not on stage he performs his daily duties as a sales representative for Humana Inc., which specializes in medical insurance for companies. This is Jim's debut show here at the Civic. Left to right: Jim McCann, Malcolm D. Walker, Brad Davis Malcolm D. Walker (Reuben/Dance Captain) stars for a second time in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, but in a new role. He has won two Anthony Awards from the Civic for his performances in THE MUSIC MAN and THE KING AND I. Malcolm also starred in CRAZY FOR YOU at Arena Dinner Theatre. He is extremt# happy to be acting in and bringing his dancing talent to this * production of JOSEPH. When he's not on stage, he is working at Applebee's.

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22 Quartet, taking their southern gospel music ministry wherever they are called. He is supported in his endeavors by his wife and two children.

Kontrell Tyler (Levi) is returning to the Civic stage for the third time. He last performed here as a part of the Chorus in PHANTOM. He says he's happy to be in such a wonderful production ol MM Hi with such a great cost. Other theatre experience includes UREASE (as Danny) and CHILDREN OF i DEN (as Cain/Japheth) at Wayne left to right: Kontrell Tyler, David High School. Kontrell would like to thank his mother for her McGlennen, Travis William Gick undying support. He thanks Joe and Janet "for everything." To the rest of his family and friends, he says, "You guys are the best."

David McGlennen (Zebulun) enjoys his local theatre debut with the Civic in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, though he has acted in some local and regional television commer­ cials. David keeps a busv schedule with his wife, four children and his own business (a health insurance consulting firm). When not working or plaving with his kids, he is usually training for Halt Ironman distance triathlons.

Travis William Gick (Gad) is appearing on the Civic stage for the first time. He is a junior at Snider High School where he has Congratulations We're Proud to Support to the cast the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and crew of "Joseph and the Acting in your best interest to ensure Amazing your financial stability. ** Technicolor Let Olive be your ticket to success! Dreamcoat"!

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23 appeared in many performances. His most recent include playing Glenn Cooper in RUMORS, Halemano in ISLAND OF DREAMS, Titus Savage in THE CURIOUS SAVAGE and Bob Cratchit in A CHRISTMAS CAROL. One of his favorite roles was Wino #1 in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS, where he finally wasn't reprimanded for acting like he was inebriated. He currently plans on pursuing a career in drama at Ball State University.

Kerry E. Yingling (Asher) is pleased to be back at the Civic for his third show in a row, after finishing roles of Samuel Chase in 7776 and Jim Dillingham in THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI. Kerry is happy to perform with the cast of JOSEPH. It has been a dream for him to perform in this production. As always, many thanks go to all who have made this dream possible. More importantly, a big "thank you" and "I love you" to Kelly for her patience and understandii^

Left to right: Kerry E. Yingling, Steven Manning (Dan) is back on the Civic stage after a ten- Steven Manning, Curtis Shaw year hiatus. He was recently in the ensemble of CHILDREN OF EDEN at First Presbyterian Theater. Steve plans to attend graduate school in the fall to pursue a doctorate degree in communications with an emphasis on theatre. He wishes to thank the Lord and his mom and dad, Willie and Etta Manning, for being the "wind beneath my wings." Theatre Marquees A listing of comedies, dramas and musicals soon to be or currently playing in Fort Wayne

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24 Curtis Shaw (Isaachar/Apache Dancer) last was seen walking on and off the stage as the Courier in 1776. He also has acted at Arena Dinner Theatre and the Pulse Opera House. He is currently a music and theatre major at IPFW. Curtis is thrilled to be a rare "third-timer," having been in .ill three productions of IOSEPH WD THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at the Civic. To all his "bros," he says, "Have a great show. Here we go!"

Allen Sledge (Judah) is making his Civic debut, though he has been in many high school performances such as GREASE (as Johnny Casino) and FLOWERS FOR AI GI K\ON (as Father). He would like to thank his mom, Darsha Leslie, and music teacher, Jeanette Snyder, as well as all of his friends who have supported him. He is proud to be in a show among so many talented people.

Ron Hankey (Benjamin) is a senior at Snider High School and last was seen at the Civic as an Indian in PETER PAN. He has been in the Children's Choir for the Civic's JOSEPH in 1994 and 1996. Ron has choreographed many musicals for Wayne High School and Left to right: Allen Snider, the most recent of which was GREASE at Wayne. He would Sledge, Ron Hankey like to thank his family for their love and guidance throughout his life. He also would like to thank everyone who knows him for their love and support and hopes you enjoy the show. Share "The Ideas of March WBNI-FM 89.1 is Northeast Indiana's public radio station and NPR® affiliate. Public radio is a community of ideas, and we invite you to become a new or renewing member of WBNI-FM 89.1 and share The Ideas of March during our Spring Fund Drive, March 16-24, 2001. Call our Pledge Line at 452-1185 or Pledge online at www.wbni.org Northeast Indiana Public Radio

25 Dannah L. Dean (Wife) returns to the Civic stage once again this season, directly after her portrayal of Delia in THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI. She recently has been seen as a featured dancer and soloist in CHILDREN OF EDEN (First Presbyterian Theater), as Mona Kent in DAMES AT SEA (Pulse Opera House) and as Desdemona in LEND ME A TENOR (Arena Dinner Theatre). Dannah offers love and thanks to her supportive friends and family. She also "thanks God for surrounding me with positive people and giving me the talent to Left to right: Dannah L. Dean, Kated o what I truly love." Schmidt, Beverly A. McCavitt Kate Schmidt (Wife/Apache Dancer) is starring in her first role with the Civic Theatre. She has appeared on stage with Fort Wayne Ballet since the age of seven and has danced in such recent perfor­ mances as THE NUTCRACKER, PAQU1TA and BLUE JEAN NITE. She is a senior at Homestead High School, where she has performed as M Christine in I REMEMBER MAMA and Kim/Ashley in this winter's^- YEARBOOK. Kate is currently busy filling out applications for college where she hopes to continue dancing and acting.

Beverly A. McCavitt (Wife) is no stranger to Fort Wayne com­ munity stages. Her recent role of City Her in THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI was a wonderful experience. Beverly also has starred in the Civic's MY FAIR LADY, STATE FAIR and MAMA'S TURN, to name a few. She is very pleased to finally be on stage for this production of JOSEPH and for the chance to work with Phillip and Eunice again. She says "thanks to all of my family and friends who continue to support my passion. Sit back and enjoy the ride."

Elizabeth Kay Piercy (Wife), a junior at Snider High School, last was seen on the Civic stage in STATE FAIR. Since then, she has appeared as Yonah in CHILDREN OF EDEN at First Presbyterian TTieater and as Cha-Cha in GREASE at Wayne High School. Othec^ favorite roles for her include Mary Lennox in SECRET GARDEN at^ Grey Lite, Lola in DAMN YANKEES at Memorial Park Middle School and Audrey in LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Snider. She would like to say thanks to her family, friends and God for their love and Left to right: Elizabeth Kay Piercy,support . Kimberly Faught, Angela Craft Kimberly Faught (Wife) is originally from Oregon but moved here to attend IPFW to study music therapy. This is Kim's first show with the Civic Theatre, and she is very excited to be working with such a talented cast on such a fun show. She would like to thank her friends, family and God for guiding her on the path to happiness. She would also like to say "thank you, Fort Wayne, for welcoming me with such open arms!"

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27 with the Civic. She was last seen as Dancer in THE EIGHT REINDEER MONOLOGUE. Other recent performances include the Snake/Dove in CHILDREN OF EDEN, Desdemona in OTHELLO and Tess in CRAZY FOR YOU (she won a Best Supporting Actress Award for her role in this production). She also recently choreographed NUNCRACKER at Arena Dinner Theatre. Angie is pleased to be performing in JOSEPH amongst a cast of friends.

Becky Gall (Wife) is thrilled to be participating in JOSEPH 2001; she was also in the 1996 JOSEPH production. Becky has appeared in various theatres in Fort Wayne over the past 16 years, most re­ cently as a principal dancer in JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at First Presbyterian Theater. She appreciates the support and encourage­ ment she receives from her husband, David, and son, Daniel.

Sharon Nelson (Wife) is starring in her seventh show with the ' Left to right: Becky Gall, Sharon Civic, having first played Sarah Brown in GUYS & DOLLS and most Nelson, Jami Rowlader recently Mrs. Hopkins in last summer's production of MY FAIR LADY. Sharon is no stranger to theatre; she has played leading roles that include Karen Wright in CHILDREN'S HOUR, Grace in ANNIE, Nancy in OLIVER and Anita in WEST SIDE STORY. During the day, she works as a supervisor for the Allen County Sheriff's Department 911 Communications Division where she can keep track of her husband, Mark, a firefighter with the Fort Wayne Fire Department. ("Just kidding, honey!") Sharon wants to say thank you to Mark and her mom and dad for "the support and love you give me."

Jami Rowlader (Wife) is extremely excited to make her debut performance at the Civic Theatre in JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT. She has previously graced the stage at Huntington College in GODSPELL, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF and RETURN TO THE FORBIDDEN PLANET. Jami would like to thank GofJ for all of His many gifts and blessings, her husband, Wes, and allot her family for their love, encouragement and support. She feels it is great to be on the stage again!

Manna Nichols (Wife) is making her Civic Theatre debut in JOSEPH. She is a sophomore at Snider High School and has partici­ pated in concert, Madrigals, jazz and All State choir. She recently was seen in THE ISLAND OF DREAMS at Snider as Princess Kama. Her favorite roles include Dorothy in THE WIZARD OF OZ and Agnes Gooch in MAME. Manna would like to thank God for everything He has done for her as well as her family and friends for their love and support. l^eft to right: Manna Nichols, Annie Spear Annie Spear (Wife) is happy to return to the stage at the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. She wants to thank her friends and family for 28 2001-2002 Civic Season

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A TAFFETA CHRISTMAS: A '50S CHRISTMAS REUNION November 30-December 16, 2001

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29 encouraging her to perform again. She is glad to be in JOSEPH, as her dad sings "Close Every Door" all the time. She dedicates her awesome performance to him. She would like to thank her mom for Arthur the Lion (who will retire when she does), Crazy Wait­ ress and Tara for pens and pencils up her nose. And, she thanks God "for humor. Amen."

Paul Zurbrugg (Ishmaelite/Guard) is making his first appearance at the Civic in this "wonderful production." He has starred in many Snider High School shows including RUMORS, A CHRISTMAS CAROL and THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK. He would like to thank family and friends for their support. Paul is also thankful for such a great cast and crew with which to work. I

Julie Malcolm (Ishmaelite/Guard) is a native of Fort Wayne and has pursued music her whole life. She has spent the past years singing in various groups and performing vocally on her own. After Left to right: Paul Zurbrugg, Julie Malcom, Justin taking time out to have a family, Julie is active once Beat, Sara Black again in the Worship Team at Broadway Christian Church and is pursuing her own group. JOSEPH is her favorite show, and she took this opportunity to return to theatre.

Justin Beal (Ishmaelite/Guard) is very pleased to make his community theatre debut in JOSEPH. As a member of Homestead High School, he is very involved in the speech team, band and its chapter of Amnesty. He would like to thank his mother and father for being such great supporters of his many talents.

Sara Black (Ishmaelite/Guard/Dance Captain) is a local dan:ce r and choreographer who has been involved in Fort Wayne theatre for more than 15 years. She has worked both on stage and back­ stage for the Civic Theatre, Arena Dinner Theatre and First Presby­ terian Theater. She has performed as a featured dancer in many productions including JOSEPH, GUYS & DOLLS and JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. Sara also has choreographed such shows as THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS, LA CAGE AUX FOLLES and CHILDREN OF EDEN.

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31 Eunice Wadewitz (Music Director) starts her Production second year as a full-time employee of the Civic even though she has been music directing all of Crew its shows for the past five years. As resident music director, Eunice musically prepares all the actors, orchestrates the hiring of all instrumental performers and conducts and plays keyboard for all performances. Along with her musical duties, she is the box office manager and continues to assist in the business office in between shows. When she isn't working and sleeping at the theatre, Eunice loves to travel and attend Broadway shows in New York.

Julie Sims Lancaster (Choreographer) is the magnet school coordinator for Fort Wayne Ballet and the Summit Arts ProgramC Julie teaches dance at Weisser Park Elementary, Whitney Young Elementary and Memorial Park Middle Schools. She also teaches ballet at the Academy of Fort Wayne Ballet where she is a faculty member. Julie attended DePauw and Indiana Universities from which she received her elementary education degree. Although JOSEPH is her first collaboration with the Civic Theatre, Julie enjoyed choreographing for and working with such a talented group of adults. She also enjoyed using her experience with young people to help with all three children's choirs. We Applaud Greatness ECET WAYNE CIVIC THEATRE

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Joyce Van Ry (Stage Manager) is so happy to be working this show with such a talented cast. So far this season, she has been stage manager for THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI and assistant stage manager for MY FAIR LADY. As you can see, she likes to keep busy. She has received two Anthony Awards for outstanding technical < achievement. In addition, Joyce likes to sec shows at other theatres, go to the movies and curl up with her purring cat while reading in her nice warm house.

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33 Ric Geist (Assistant Stage Manager) is pleased to work back­ stage for this production. No stranger to the stage, he last was seen as City Him in Civic's THE GIFTS OF THE MAGI. The director of vocal music at Bellmont High School, Ric directs the Brave Generation Show Choir and all musicals. Past roles at First Presbyterian Theater include Noah in CHILDREN OF EDEN and Pirate King in PIRATES OF PENZANCE. He has been active on stage at the Civic as the Butler in MY FAIR LADY, Lem in STATE FAIR, Sir Lionel in CAMELOT and Avrohn in FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. He would like to say thanks to all of his friends in the cast and crew of JOSEPH.

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r» Join the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild Membership in the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild is open to any person, male or female, who is interested in the promotion of the Civic Theatre. Join the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild and see a show free. The guild participates in working on backstage crews and assists in the scenic and costume shops. They sell refreshments in the lobby during performances. The guild also coordinates and conducts fundraising activities to help benefit the Civic Theatre. Come join us in these rewarding activities and see a show free. Your membership donation is only $20. Now is the time to join this group of dedi­ cated people interested in preserving our theatre. Where else can you have so much m fun benefiting something you love? For information about the Guild and on becoming a member, call Sharon Zych at home 627-3976 or at work, 426-3405. You may also become a member by mailing your $20 check to the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild, 303 East Main Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana, 46802. Please make your check out to the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild.

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COSTUMES LIGHTING Whether you can hand sew, The computerized light board is a machine sew or just wield a glue marvel of modern theatre and very gun, there is always something to easy to operate. Your commitment^ do in the costume shop. Louise would begin one week before the ™ Heckaman, resident costume show opens through the last designer, is always looking for performance. And you get to watch volunteers to help complete the the entire show from out front. You hundreds of costumes produced in our should give it a try! SET PAINTING shop every year. If you're not a sewer, Painting backdrops is almost as how about running the show as a STAGE MANAGEMENT easy as painting by number. dresser to help the actor with fast If you are a person who enjoys Volunteers follow an easy chart changes or assisting the actors with responsibility and organization, even formulated by scenic designer Bob hair and makeup? Day and evening in your volunteer work, this is the job Sandmaier that transfers his hours available. Come play with us! for you. Stage managers and watercolor paintings onto the assistant stage managers work backdrop. Interiors and exteriors of SOUND directly with the director and cast to unit sets also need to be painted We need people who are interested in sort out problems on a nightly basis with faux siding and wallpaper learning how to operate our sound and keep rehearsals running techniques. Very easy! board equipment. The sound board smoothly. They are in charge of the operator controls the sound effects production backstage once perfor-^ mances begin. A big commitment,™ SET CONSTRUCTION used in the shows and the micro­ but some volunteers wouldn't have it Knowledge of tools in this area is phones used by the actors. any other way. helpful, but not essential. There are plenty of construction techniques STAGE CREW that do not require power tools or All of the set changes you see on PROPERTIES hand tools for that matter. Just ask stage are handled by the stage crew. We not only need people to build and the fellows who created the fake They work as a team backstage to create clever props (the items actors stone effect for Hamlet with drywall make the entire performance run use on stage) but we need people to mud. Very fun! smoothly. Their commitment to the keep them organized backstage theatre begins one week before the during the run of the show. We would show opens until the end of perfor­ love to show you how to make a beer mances. Crew members also share mug look fulf without a drop of beer certain jobs if volunteers have conflicts in it! during the run of the show.

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