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Grosse Pointe Theatre presents

Music by Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire Originally produced on Broadway by DreamWorks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions Original Production Directed by Jason Moore and Director...... Nick Marinello Assistant Director...... Danielle Caralis Music Director...... Stan Harr Producers...... Lyndsey Briggs and Arlene Schoenherr Choreographer ...... Christine Campbell-Cormier Stage Manager ...... Kathleen Lusk Technical Directors...... Don Bischoff and Rick Hawley Set Designers...... Don Bischoff and Tracy Bischoff “I’m a Believer” by Neil Diamond March 24 – April 6, 2019 Pierce Middle School Auditorium 15430 Kercheval Ave. Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230

Shrek The Musical Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com Any video recording made of this performance is authorized for personal, at-home, non-commercial use only. The sale or distribution of such recording is strictly prohibited under Federal copyright law. supports the Extraordinary Talents of the Actors & Crews of the Grosse Pointe Theatre 2018-19 Season!

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Grosse Pointe GROSSE POINTE THEATRE Theatre Board MISSION STATEMENT of Directors Engage, enrich, educate

Danielle Caralis and impact our community President by continuing a tradition Marie Boyle Reinman Vice President of exceptional theatrical Terri Turpin-Amato experiences. Secretary Rachel Settlage Treasurer Come Join Us... Theresa Selvaggio Director of Development Membership in Grosse Pointe Theatre is open to Eric Leszczynski anyone, 18 years of age or over, who is interested in Technical Director promoting quality community theater and participating Eddie Tujaka in a joyful experience. Production Director We welcome volunteers, no matter what your talents: Tim Higgins design, carpentry, painting, sewing, cooking, writing, Director of Strategic Planning organizing and, of course, performing. Even if you feel you have no talent but would like to learn, we Don Bischoff would be more than happy to show you the ropes. Board Director There is a place for everyone at GPT. Contact our Kevin Fitzhenry office, stop by, call or email us. We are eager to Board Director share this exciting adventure with you. Dale Pegg Board Director 315 Fisher Rd., Grosse Pointe, MI 48230 313-881-4004 Suzanne Conroy website: www.gpt.org Staff Bookkeeper email: [email protected]

Linda Zublick Executive Director

3 4 From the Director

Fairy tales are a part of our culture. We all know them by heart. A beautiful princess is rescued by a handsome prince. Sometimes a monster is vanquished, sometimes a witch is thwarted, sometimes a spell is broken. One thing is always true, “they” invariably live happily ever after. In the modern world, we need modern fairytales. The story of asks the question, “What happens when we rewrite the fairy tale?” What if, instead of the dashing prince, we have a cantankerous loner living in a swamp? Instead of the beautiful, obedient princess, we have a smart, strong heroine who can choose her own destiny? What if instead of the white, majestic steed we have a donkey? I want to thank the crew for their tireless efforts on this show. A good crew on a show is one that does their job so the audience never even thinks of them. They do not get to enjoy a bow like a performer, but their work is no less vital to the story than an actor’s. The costumes, make-up, set design, props, lighting, sound, and publicity chairs have put countless hours into this show and for that, they have my undying gratitude. To create theater is a privilege. Theater is a unique cultural event. A shared viewing experience that will cease to exist when the curtain closes, never to be repeated again. Theater cannot exist without patrons like you, who support what we do. “THANK YOU” from the bottom of our hearts! Tonight’s performance is our gift to you. Our cast and crew have worked hard for many weeks to create a world that we know you will love. Nick Marinello

5 64th Anniversary Special

6 Letter from the President

Welcome to Grosse Pointe Theatre’s 71st season! After being a member for 16 years, I’m happy to introduce myself as the new President of GPT. I want to thank all of you for joining us for our season of family-friendly theater. For your appreciation of the arts and support of local theatre, we are truly grateful. As everyone knows, “the only thing constant is change”, and I am excited about the future of our group! Our members are actors, musicians, technicians, set designers, painters, costumers, or simply, our friends, and it would be our pleasure to welcome you into our family! If you have an interest in theatre - from ushering, to sewing a button, and everything in between - join us - we’ll teach you what you need to know! Similar to last season, we continue to travel throughout our Grosse Pointe community, and we owe a debt of gratitude for your patience and flexibility as we perform in different venues. We would also like to thank the Grosse Pointe Public School System and University Liggett School for their continued support. In addition to our main stage productions, we are proud of our Purdon Studio Theatre, an outlet for more avant garde, “black box” productions, as well as our Youth On Stage program - giving young people the opportunity to learn performance skills that will translate to real life application. Community engagement has always been a priority for GPT. Whether it is donating funds or tickets to other charitable organizations, adopting a family during the holidays, participating in community events, or our 40+ year scholarship program for local high schoolers pursuing further arts education, we are proud to be a supportive partner in our community. All of this is not possible without donor support. Your gift will allow GPT’s programs to thrive, allowing theater to remain a vital part of our region. Thank you for your patronage of Grosse Pointe Theatre.

With gratitude, Danielle Caralis President

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See a new kind of theatre in Grosse Pointe!

Please join us for an all- afternoon Festival of original 10-minute plays on Saturday, May 18, at the Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church: Fifteen plays and 40 or so characters, all about winning or losing something precious in this crazy world!

We’ll start at one o’clock and hopefully be done by six. The plays will be presented one right after the other. Please stop by when you can and stay as long as you can! Light refreshments will be Winning and Losing and Winning available. Admission by donation.

8 The Cast

Shrek...... Panos Varlamos Princess Fiona...... Alison Grojean Donkey ...... Jay Callahan Lord Farquaad...... Zack Coates Dragon...... Pamela Plewa Papa Bear/Ensemble...... Kyle O’Donnell Mama Bear/Ensemble...... Amy Ricker Baby Bear ...... Beatrix Reilly Big Bad Wolf/Ensemble ...... Noah Hanahan Fairy Godmother...... Taylor Skelcy Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy/Bluebird...... Jordan Prisby Grumpy/Ensemble...... David Rochon Mad Hatter/Ensemble...... Daniel Ragan Peter Pan/Ensemble...... Brett Wotherspoon Pig 1/Ensemble...... Rob Bertetto Pig 2/Ensemble...... MaryLynn Bertetto Pig 3/Ensemble ...... Julianna Brenner Pinocchio...... Ashley Serra Thelonius/Ensemble...... Patrick MacCallum Ugly Duckling/Ensemble...... Julia Bayer Wicked Witch...... Amber MacCallum Young Fiona...... Madison Kaimala Teen Fiona/Ensemble...... Ellie Dempz Mama Ogre/Ensemble...... Olyvia Brown Papa Ogre/Ensemble...... Zak Shugart Little Shrek...... Isaac Brenner Ensemble...... Erica Bieke, Kristina Kamm, Robby Mullinger, Amanda Nummy, Campbelle Stencel

9 The Staff

Director...... Nick Marinello Assistant Director: Danielle Caralis Producers ...... Lyndsey Briggs and Arlene Schoenherr Music Director ...... Stan Harr Paul Roache, trumpet; David Busch, trombone; Bob McKay, horn; Ken Hebenstreit, woodwinds; Stacey Jamison, woodwinds; Michael Johnstone, guitar; Cheryl Faba, keyboard; Eric Miller, keyboard; Brian Mark, bass; Paul Sikorski, drums; Alex Sikorski, percussion Co-Technical Directors...... Rick Hawley, Don Bischoff Crew: Jim Arnold, Don Bischoff, Don Corbin, Justin Hawley, Jay Kaiser, Bob Stackpoole, Kirk Stevenson, Pete DiSante Scenic Artists: Tracy Bischoff, Kathy Conlon, Dorothy Wasinger Cooks: MaryLynn and Rob Bertetto, Lyndsey Briggs, Mary Lou Britton, Brian Brenner, Carolyn Darby Stage Manager...... Kathleen Lusk Assistant Stage Manager: Leta Chrisman Choreographer...... Christine Campbell-Cormier Dance Captain: Brett Wotherspoon Set Designers...... Don and Tracy Bischoff Costumers...... Anna Chrisman and Erin Getzin Crew: Gayle Arnold, Jeanne Chrisman, Leta Chrisman, Dana Cochran, Joanna Delpaz, Nina Delpaz, Hannah Johnson, Cynthia Kempton, Virginia Lee, Kathleen Lusk, Amy Ricker, Sara Shook, Elaine Dozois Smith, Megan Welenc, Jennifer Willard, Jeanette Wilson Makeup Effect Designer and Coordinator ...... Julia Faba Chateau Hair Designer...... Jackie Pfaff Crew: Emmajean Evans, Lorena McDowell-Parker, Fiona Donough, Sara Shock Props and Set Dressing...... Richard Pfaff and Ray Semczak Crew: Denise Hawley Lighting Designer ...... Eric Leszczynski Crew: Sophie Leszczynski, Cindy Leszczynski, Dale Pegg, Dianne Pegg, Thomas Archinal, Jef Fisk, Eddie Tujaka, and Lisa L. in spirit Sound Designer...... Bill Tuthill Crew: Beth Battjes, Paul Gonzalez, David Hertzberg, Elizabeth Schaeffer, Jeff Verbeek, Dan Woitulewicz, Stella Woitulewicz Assistant to ...... Cynthia Kempton Publicity...... Tamra Marinello Program Coordinator...... Pete DiSante House Manager...... Emmajean Evans Usher Captain...... Clif Levin Box Office...... Kathy Morris, Jon Lechner, Marianne Casey Crew: Jann Hight, Mary McLeod Photos...... Dale Pegg 10 Musical Numbers ACT ONE

Overture SCENE ONE – Fairytale Forest Big, Bright Beautiful World...... Shrek, Shrek’s Parents, Fiona’s Parents, Villagers

SCENE TWO – Shrek’s Swamp Story of My Life...... Pinocchio, Fairytale Creatures

SCENE THREE – Fairytale Forest Don’t Let Me Go...... Donkey

SCENE FOUR – Farquaad’s Torture Chamber

SCENE FIVE – At the Gates of Duloc What’s Up Duloc?...... Farquaad & Duloc Dancers

SCENE SIX – Fiona’s Tower I Know It’s Today...... Young Fiona, Teen Fiona & Adult Fiona

SCENE SEVEN – Sunflower Field Travel Song...... Shrek & Donkey

SCENE EIGHT – Dragon’s Keep Forever...... Dragon, Donkey & Knights

SCENE – Fiona’s Tower This is How a Dream Comes True...... Fiona, Shrek, Dragon

SCENE TEN – Fairytale Forest Who I’d Be...... Shrek, Fiona & Donkey

11 Musical Numbers

ACT TWO Entr’acte SCENE ONE – Fairytale Forest Morning Person...... Fiona, Bluebird, Rats I Think I Got You Beat...... Shrek & Fiona

SCENE TWO – Farquaad’s Torture Chamber Ballad of Farquaad...... Farquaad, Thelonius, Guards

SCENE THREE AND FOUR – Fairytale Forest Make A Move...... Donkey & Three Blind Mice

SCENE FIVE – Fairytale Forest/Abandoned Barn When Words Fail...... Shrek

SCENE SIX – Fairytale Forest Build A Wall...... Shrek

SCENE SEVEN – Fairytale Forest Freak Flag...... Gingy, Pinocchio, Fairytale Characters

SCENE EIGHT – Shrek’s Swamp

SCENE NINE – Cathedral Big Bright Beautiful World (Reprise)...... Shrek Finale...... Entire Cast I’m A Believer...... Entire Cast

“I’m a Believer” (Neil Diamond) © 1966 Stonebridge Music, Foray Music. All rights administered by Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC (SESAC), on behalf of Stonebridge Music, and by Foray Music (SESAC). All rights reserved. Used by permis- sion.

12 Who’s Who in the Cast

Panos Varlamos (Shrek) – Panos is so unbelievably thrilled to be a part of this amazing production of ! This is his first show in five years since he appeared as Carl Hanratty in Catch Me if You Can during his senior year of high school. Panos is so thankful to have been surrounded by such an amazing cast and crew who have all worked tirelessly over the last few months to help make this production possible. He would also like to thank his wonderful family (you know who you are) and his beautiful niece and nephew for putting up with the constant singing around the house. He hopes that everyone enjoys the show just as much as he has enjoyed working on it! Alison Grojean (Princess Fiona) – Alison has been singing for almost as long as she’s been talking, starting with The Wizard of Oz and Disney songs. For the last seven years, she lived in Lansing and taught middle school language arts at St. Thomas Aquinas School in East Lansing. While there, she was involved in various choirs and theatre productions. Alison also played trumpet in the Spartan Marching Band while at Michigan State and later in the Lansing Concert Band. Now she teaches 8th grade U.S. history in Anchor Bay and plays in the Macomb Area Community Band. Lastly, Alison is very excited to be playing Fiona in her first GPT production and thanks her family, friends, coworkers, and students for coming out to see the show! Jacob (Jay) Callahan (Donkey) – Jay is honored and very ecstatic for his first GPT show and to be Donkey in this production of Shrek The Musical. Jay has been involved in many other musical productions, including (Mr. Pinky), Bye Bye Birdie (Harvey Johnson), The Addams Family (Gomez), and Shrek The Musical (Shrek), to name a few. Currently, Jay studies Education at Oakland University with aspirations to be an educator or performer in the future. In his free time, he enjoys playing and coaching basketball to younger kids as well as songwriting and performing. Jay would like to thank his very supportive and loving family, as well as all his mentors that have helped him reach this “stage” in his career. Zack Coates (Lord Farquaad) – Zack is excited to be appearing as Lord Farquaad. Most recently, he starred as Kyle B. O’Boyle in Legally Blonde and as Arthur in Camelot. Zack holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Wayne State University. He is a proud downtown Detroit resident and enjoys commuting to work on his bike. He would like to thank GPT and all the volunteers involved with Shrek who made this wonderful show a reality. Pamela Plewa (Dragon) – Pamela has been involved with several productions on and behind stage in the Metro Detroit area. Some of her previous roles have included Miss Pennywise in , Lucy in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, Georgie Buckatinski in The Full Monty, and her favorite role as Miss Hannigan in . She is grateful to be performing for the first time with GPT in Shrek the Musical and thanks Nick and team for the opportunity to indulge her inner diva as the Dragon. Pamela has two dogs that are her heart and joy and she enjoys dog sitting for others. She loves to goof off at the theater and encourages everyone to give it a try! 13

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14 Who’s Who in the Cast (cont.)

Kyle O’Donnell (Papa Bear/Ensemble) – Kyle, a native of Grosse Pointe, is excited to get back on stage for the first time since high school at Grosse Pointe North (where he met his new fiancée, Olyvia). Shrek is Kyle’s GPT premiere! The show has been a blast and he hopes to be in more productions down the road. When not onstage, Kyle is an avid sports fan, having played rugby at The Ohio State University. Kyle is currently studying to get licensed as a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley on The Hill. Thanks to everybody for coming out and enjoy the show!

Amy Ricker (Mama Bear/Ensemble) – Amy is a long time, multi-talented member of Grosse Pointe Theatre. She directed Steel Magnolias, served as Producer for Singin’ in the Rain, and will produce for the upcoming Purdon Studio Theatre production of Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind. Most recently, she was the Stage Manager for 42nd Street (Clarence Award 2018), Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, and our 2014 & 2015 productions of White Christmas (Clarence Award 2014). Amy has appeared on GPT’s stage in Little Women, Les Miz, Annie, Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up? and Miss Saigon. She and husband Jon have two wonderful children, Mackenzie and JJ.

Beatrix Reilly (Baby Bear) – This is Beatrix’s first production with GPT, but she has appeared in many performances at the Michigan Opera Theatre. Her most recent shows were in HMS Pinafore (sailor), Carmen (choir member) and Tosca (ensemble). She would like to thank her family and friends for their love and support.

Noah Hanahan (Big Bad Wolf/Ensemble) – Noah will be making his Michigan debut with GPT. He is a native of Pennsylvania where he had multiple credits with FUSE Productions that included (Hans), Merrily We Roll Along (Tyler), and Chess (Ensemble). Noah wants to thank the cast for being so welcoming, his climbing friends for making a home away from home, and his family for being consistently above average. Noah hopes to huff, puff, and blow you away during this production of Shrek the Musical.

Taylor Skelcy (Fairy Godmother) – This is Taylor’s first show with Grosse Pointe Theatre, and she is incredibly thrilled to be playing Fairy Godmother! Taylor hopes to make a career out of theater, so learning a new show and making new friends through performing are a few of her favorite pastimes. She wants to thank her parents and friends for always loving and supporting her. She would also like to thank her school’s a cappella group, Expressions, for allowing her to grow and thrive every day and for being there for her, no matter what. She would like to thank the amazing Shrek cast as well for making this show a dream come true!

15 16 Who’s Who in the Cast (cont.)

Jordan Prisby (Gingy/Sugar Plum Fairy/Bluebird) – Jordan is thrilled to be joining GPT for her second production with the group! Her first show with GPT was Legally Blonde; however, Jordan has appeared in many productions, including Shrek The Musical (Princess Fiona), The Wizard of Oz (Tinman), Alice in Wonderland (Alice), and Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka (Veruca Salt) for other area groups. When not on stage, Jordan studies marketing at Wayne State University and works part-time with American Immersion Theatre in Detroit. She would like to thank her family, friends, the immensely talented cast, and everyone else who has gotten her this far for their endless support!

David Rochon (Grumpy/Ensemble) – David has appeared in multiple Youth on Stage productions, most notably in The Lion King (Young Simba). He has also performed at Parcells Middle School, where he is a 7th grader. In addition to theater, David enjoys baseball, basketball, swimming, choir, and playing music. He is excited to be in his first Mainstage Production. David would like to thank his parents for supporting him in all his activities.

Daniel Ragan (Mad Hatter/Ensemble) – Daniel is thrilled to be making his GPT debut in Shrek! Previous roles with other theater companies include Fagin in Oliver!, Roger in Grease, Benedict in Much Ado About Nothing, Algernon in The Importance of Being Earnest, and Watson in Sherlock Holmes. Daniel is currently the Chairman of The Fenton Village Players and could not be happier to be surrounded by theater every day. He is currently an I/O Psychology Master’s student at Wayne State University. When not in school or on stage, Daniel enjoys playing piano and ukulele, performing magic, and swing dancing. He would like to thank his parents, the cast and crew of this show, and, especially, Amber, for talking him into doing a show again.

Brett Wotherspoon (Peter Pan/Ensemble/Dance Captain) – Brett is originally from Detroit, MI, graduated from Arts Academy in the Woods in 2011 and began his training at Oakland University. During his senior year of college, he became a member of Patterson Rhythm Pace, directed by Gregory Patterson. After completing his Bachelor of Fine Arts in August of 2015, he moved to Houston, TX, to begin his next chapter as a Trainee and an Apprentice with METdance, where he has performed works by Artistic Director of METdance, Marlana Doyle, as well as Kiki Lucas, Camille A. Brown, and many more. He is now living back in Detroit and teaching at his alma mater, Arts Academy in the Woods. Brett is very excited to perform in Shrek the Musical and to be a member of Grosse Pointe Theatre. He would like to thank Cynthia Kempton for encouraging him to come out and audition for this wonderful show!

17 Grosse Pointe Theatre We are grateful to the following donors who have given so generously to Grosse Pointe Theatre. Every gift helps to ensure Grosse Pointe Theatre’s mission of engaging and enriching our community by continuing its tradition of theatrical experiences. (from 7/1/17 to 3/1/19) $50,000 + Timothy Higgins and Foundation – West Eleanor Garzel Richard and Jane Frank “Scott” Davis Michigan William J. Giovan Manoogian Foundation Liggett Family Charitable Rick and Jackie Pfaff Linda Grippi Lead Annuity Trust Sara Phillips Deborah Grob $25,000 - $49,999 George McMullen Rorick Fund Rosemary Gugino Bloomberg Family Nora Moroun Arlene Marie Schoenherr Catherine Gusmano Foundation Joanne Nicolay Mrs. Beatrice Siwak John and Diana Hartzell Doris J. and Donald L. Foundation Kathleen Tavoularis Alice Hausner Duchene, Sr. Foundation Tim and Marie Reinman Dorothy Wasinger David Hertzberg S. Gary Spicer, Sr. Janyth Hess $15,000 - $24,999 Foundation $100 - $249 Nancy Hohlfeldt Alice Kales Hartwick Arthur and Sandy Daniel Aitken Bunny Homan Foundation Thompson William Auch Joe Jeannette Michigan Council for Arts Henry E. and Consuelo S. Cecelia Barr Michele Karl and Cultural Affairs Wenger Foundation, Inc. Nancy Bashara Mary Lamparter Dale and Dianne Pegg Suzanne Basile Jon Lechner $500 - $999 Dorothy Bejin Eric Leszczynski $10,000 - $14,999 Cecelia Barr Elizabeth Berg Melissa Levasseur John A. and Marlene L. Mr. and Mrs. William A. Karol Berndt Joan Long Boll Foundation Chope Don and Anne Mary MacCallum John and Geraldine Daly Berschback $5,000 - $9,999 Walter Maher Emmajean Evans George and Laurie Judy Masserang The Dolores and Paul Jef and Kathy Fisk Bournias Lavins Foundation Ruth Ellen Mayhall Craig and Ginger Hupp Ellen Bowen Judith McCourt and Mary I. McLeod Patrick G. McKeever Robert Bradley Foundation Robert Frasier Dr. and Mrs. John Antonina Brem Mary Jane McKeever Network for Good/Estee Schneider Anthony Brinkman Lauder Companies Patrick McKeever Richard McClelland Pat Byers MaryAnn McKenna Barbara and Richard Jeanette Wilson Danielle Caralis Roney Charitable Trust Jane G. McMullen George and Marina Peter and Maureen Anthony and Theresa $250 -$499 Caralis Selvaggio Mercier Mr. and Mrs. Richard K. Connie Catalfio Cherylann L. Meyer Baumgarten $1,000 - $4,999 Ronald Cieslak Lynne Millies Jay Bonnell Rosa Coletti Evelyn Montgomery Mary Lou Britton Sheila R. Book Kevin and Stephanie Suzanne and John Mr. and Mrs. William Bliss Clark Conroy Moseley Butler Carrie Dul and David City of Grosse Pointe Park Duncan Currie Kathleen Mullins Lubanski Nancy Davison Sandy Nelson Community Foundation Sharlan Douglas and for Southeast Michigan William Dennis Beline Obeid Ken Hebenstreit Judith Diehl Lynn O’Connor John Diebel Stan Harr and Laura Patricia Ellis and Richard Adel Dissett Mr. And Mrs. John Bartell Marilyn Dixon Parthum Strowger Harriette Klukowski Mary Kaye and Pete and Ellie Durno Glenn W. Peters Mrs. Robert P. 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20 Who’s Who in the Cast

Rob Bertetto (Pig 1/Ensemble) – Rob would like to welcome you to Duloc, it’s a perfect place! He joined GPT in 2017 and is performing in his fourth show. He is performing alongside his wife, MaryLynn, who inspired him to act and sing. Rob has appeared in , Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and How to Succeed in Business. He and MaryLynn are also members of The Judelaires and Motor City Chorale. Rob lives in Grosse Pointe Farms with his wife and daughter, Tori, and works as an IT Manager in downtown Detroit. He is looking forward to “hamming” it up on stage and would like to thank the cast and crew for all the hard work they do to make this a great show.

MaryLynn Bertetto (Pig 2/Ensemble) – MaryLynn is playing the part of the 2nd (not so) Little Pig and is very excited to be a member of this delightful (and young) cast of Shrek! Since her return from living abroad, MaryLynn has rediscovered her love of the stage, especially of musical theater. She is the very lucky woman married to a pig (oops – I mean, the 1st Little Pig – hee hee) and a mom of 3 children, as well as the (evil) step-mother of 3 adults. She has been a part of several Theatre Arts and Fine Arts productions over the last several years and dabbles in the casts of other Metro Detroit-area community groups as the muses strike her. She wants to apologize to the 3 Little Dogs she has left home alone over the last couple of months, to thank her #1 fan, her daughter Tori, for cooking some great meals for her tired parents and, as always, to send kisses to her loving husband, Rob, for keeping her company in all her theatrical, musical and adventurous jaunts around the globe. Enjoy Duloc!!

Julianna Brenner (Pig 3/Ensemble) – Both on stage and in the sound booth, Julianna has been a very active member of GPT for the past six seasons. She has played just about every kind of part imaginable, both with taps and without. Although she is in love with theater, this will likely be her last production for a while. As a senior at Grosse Pointe South HS, she is in the process of applying to music schools to major in Instrumental Music Education as a Euphonium principle (ask her about it)! She hopes to participate in a university marching band and eventually become a high school band teacher. Julianna has many people to thank: her parents for supporting her in everything she does, her sister, Annika, her wonderful boyfriend, Sam, her friends, and everyone at GPT who has become her second family throughout the years, and her brother, Isaac, who is performing together with her for the first time.

Ashley Serra (Pinocchio) – This is Ashley’s very first Grosse Pointe Theatre production. She played this role a few years ago in a high school production and is very excited to get the chance to play it again! Other previous roles include Pugsley in The Addams Family and the Witch in Big Fish. She has directed Blue Yonder, student directed Big Fish and has worked on various productions behind the scenes. Ashley would like to thank her amazing sister and best friend, Courtney, for always helping run lines/songs and her mother for being her biggest cheerleader.

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24 Who’s Who in the Cast (cont.)

Patrick MacCallum (Thelonius/Ensemble) – This is Patrick’s second theatrical appearance, after playing Tackaberry in GPT’s How to Succeed in Business last season. His prior experience consists of several elementary school choir recitals. After attending multiple productions and spending time with GPT’s crew backstage during The Pirates of Penzance, Patrick finally wound up on stage. Offstage, Patrick works as a chemist, lives the gamer life, and puts up with the lovely girl who dragged him here.

Julia Bayer (Ugly Duckling/Ensemble) – Julia is very excited to perform with Grosse Pointe Theatre. She started with GPT by working backstage on Arsenic and Old Lace and Legally Blonde. Julia comes to GPT with experience on sound, light, and backstage crews for multiple performances through her employment at Lakeview Auditorium. In 2016, she ventured out in front of the curtain as the lead role of Wednesday in The Addams Family Musical. She went on to have a supporting role in The Little Mermaid. Julia would like to thank her loving family for pushing her to pursue her passions and her wonderful boyfriend for supporting her in everything she does. She and her fellow castmates hope you enjoy their Big, Bright, Beautiful production of Shrek the Musical.

Amber MacCallum (Wicked Witch) – Amber first appeared on GPT’s stage as Belle in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. She appeared last season as a lady pirate in The Pirates of Penzance, and as Rosemary in How to Succeed in Business. She previously performed with Flint Community Players, Fenton Village Players, Starlight Theater, Forest Roberts Theatre, and To Be Productions. Her most recent roles include Jo March (Little Women - the Musical), Morticia Addams (The Addams Family Musical), Beatrice (Much Ado About Nothing), and Hedda (). Offstage, Amber tends bar and slaves away as a grad student at WSU’s School of Library and Information Science.

Madison Kaimala (Young Fiona) – Madison is 10 years old. Madison loves singing! This is her first show with GPT. She is a fourth grader at Salk Elementary. She has two brothers and a bearded dragon named Spikette. Madison has been taking singing lessons since she was five years old. She sings in Italian, French, Broadway, Classical and Pop. Last summer, she won the National Cherry Festival competition. She has competed in Nationals, Regionals, MAC, MMA and many others since she was five years old and has earned 63 trophies so far. She also sang the National Anthem for a game at Jimmy John’s Field. She has done a couple of plays at Warren Community Center, including Shrek, as Young Fiona when she was seven, and Mary Poppins. She also loves playing softball.

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26 Who’s Who in the Cast (cont.)

Ellie Dempz (Teen Fiona/Ensemble) – This is Ellie’s second main stage appearance with GPT following her debut in our 2017 production of Beauty and the Beast. In addition, she has appeared in several Youth on Stage productions, including The Lion King Jr. (Nala), A Christmas Carol (Ghost of Christmas Past) and many more, and is currently in Cinderella Kids (Fairy Godmother). Also, she was in her school’s production of Jr. Not only does she love being on stage, Ellie also loves to sing, dance, and swim. Ellie is 13 and is in 8th grade at Parcells. She would like to thank everybody at YOS for helping her find her love for theater. Also, she thanks her parents, Carisa and Craig, and her siblings, Sadie and Griffin, for supporting her in theater.

Olyvia Brown (Mama Ogre/Guard) – Olyvia is excited to be back onstage for the first time since Alma College in her Grosse Pointe Theatre debut. Her favorite roles include Mary Warren in The Crucible and Sandrine/Rhonda in Almost, Maine. Olyvia also enjoys directing and was the A.D. in The Heidi Chronicles and directed Go Look (a one act). As a native metro-Detroiter, she wants to make a difference in her community and currently works at a non-profit organization, Winning Futures, empowering youth to have brighter futures. Special thanks to her fiancé, Kyle, for encouraging her to audition for GPT and always being there for her, to her family who have always supported her dreams, and to her friends for coming to see it! Enjoy this Big Bright Beautiful world we’ve created!

Zak Shugart (Papa Ogre/Ensemble) – Zak is thrilled for his third straight season with GPT. He has previously appeared as Emmett Forrest in Legally Blonde, as Billy Lawlor in 42nd Street, and as Don Lockwood in Singin’ in the Rain. Other favorite roles include Lt. Cable in at Village Players and Tulsa in Gypsy at St. Dunstan’s. When he isn’t rehearsing, Zak is a CNA at Pomeroy Living in Rochester and a nursing student and supplemental instructor at OCC. Zak enjoys working out and traveling with his amazing, supportive, and beautiful wife, Emma. He would like to thank Nick and his staff, along with the wickedly talented cast for making this show such a fun experience.

Isaac Brenner (Little Shrek) – Isaac goes to Trombly Elementary and starts Pierce Middle School next year. Isaac has performed in GPT Youth on Stage shows. Some of his favorites include The Lion King (Ed) and Cinderella (Gus). He participates in summer theater camps with Grosse Pointe schools. He takes saxophone, piano and singing lessons. Isaac plays on a travel baseball team called the Bulldogs. He has also played soccer since he was two years old (he is ten now). He is excited to be Little Shrek in this show along with his older sister, Julianna.

27 Who’s Who in the Cast (cont.)

Erica Bieke (Ensemble) – This is not only Erica’s first performance with Grosse Pointe Theatre, it is also her first performance ever! Erica has been teaching Zumba and dance fitness classes for years and has always wanted to take part in a musical, so this is a lifelong dream come true! Outside of teaching classes and working on Shrek the Musical, Erica is a regional account manager for General Motors at TE Connectivity. An extra special thank you goes out to ‘Otto Fishwick’ for encouraging Erica to audition and for providing the constant reminder that anything is possible with perseverance, dedication, and . Kristina Kamm (Ensemble) – Kristina is thrilled to be joining the cast of Shrek the Musical. She performed in the show in college and is so excited for round two! Kristina has her undergraduate degree in vocal performance, with a minor in theater. She is currently pursuing a career in Audiology! Thank you for coming and enjoy the show!

Robby Mullinger (Ensemble) – Robby has appeared onstage with GPT in 42nd Street, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, as Gaston in Beauty and the Beast, as Clifton in The 1940’s Radio Hour, and as Phil Davis in White Christmas. He was in The Village Players recent production of . Robby is proud to work with such talented people in this production.

Amanda Nummy (Ensemble) – This is Amanda’s fourth season with GPT, most recently appearing in 42nd Street. Favorites elsewhere include The Barber of Seville with the Michigan Opera Theatre and Sleeping Beauty with the American Ballet Theatre. This season, she also joined the Detroit Tap Repertory and hopes to compete in the world tap championships. By day, she is a polymer engineer at Hyundai-Kia in Ann Arbor. Amanda would like to thank her family for visiting all the way from Atlanta, as well as Rob Weber and Harrison the cat for their emotional support. Campbelle Stencel (Ensemble) – Campbelle is a sophomore at Grosse Pointe South High School. She has performed in many shows, including 42nd Street for GPT, as well as Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Ensemble), The Pirates of Penzance (Isabel), (Lucinda) and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella (Marie). She hopes you enjoy the show!

28 Who’s Who in the Crew

Nick Marinello (Director) – Nick is excited to be making his Grosse Pointe Theatre directorial debut with Shrek. Nick has been the theater director at Chippewa Valley High School for the last four years. He has been a GPT member since 2014 and performed in White Christmas, Beauty and the Beast, Singin’ In the Rain and 42nd Street. He would like to thank his amazing cast and crew for all the months of hard work to make this show a reality. He could not do this work without the tireless support of his family, and for that he is eternally grateful. For Addison and Zack, fairy tales really do come true if you work for them.

Danielle Caralis (Assistant Director) – Danielle is no stranger to our stage or to GPT’s Board Room. She performed in our recent Gala Benefit Performance, A Golden Age Holiday. Most recently appearing on our main stage as Ethel in last season’s 42nd Street and winning a Clarence Award for her role as Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast, it really is the Hubbard Award (Worker of the Year) of which she is most proud. Danielle has served in many capacities in our Board Room, and she is honored to be serving as the current GPT Board President. She also played Reno Sweeney in Birmingham Village Players’ Anything Goes. She is excited to be learning from Nick’s directing expertise for this production.

Lyndsey Briggs (Co-Producer) – This is Lyndsey’s 15th season with Grosse Pointe Theatre. She has performed onstage in four productions, most recently Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Lyndsey has worked backstage on dozens of productions, serving as producer for nine shows. She was awarded the Clarence Award for Best Producer four times. She has also served two terms on the group’s Board of Directors. Lyndsey recently retired from Grosse Pointe Public Schools after teaching first grade for almost thirty years. She plans to use her well-earned free time to read, garden, volunteer, and play with her grandchildren!

Arlene Marie Schoenherr (Co-Producer) – As an invaluable member of Grosse Pointe Theatre for over 40 years, Arlene has been active on stage, backstage, in the board room and in the front office. Last season, she co-produced 42nd Street. The wealth of practical knowledge she has gained from GPT has been put to extensive use with the students at De LaSalle Collegiate, Regina High School and South Lake High School, at all of which she directs the productions. When she finds time away from the theater, she enjoys traveling, reading, gardening, and texting with her sisters. She is one of the very few members of GPT who has been awarded a Life Membership.

Stan Harr (Music Director) – Among the GPT shows for which Stan has directed music are Legally Blonde, 42nd Street, Singin’ in the Rain, Miss Saigon, Company, Oklahoma!, , Gypsy, and My Fair Lady. He is married to Laura Bartell and has four children, Amy, Julie, Joanna, and Jeremy, and four grandchildren. Stan sings with the Detroit Concert Choir and directs The Judelaires, a 30-voice choir specializing in Christmas shows.

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30 Who’s Who in the Crew (cont.)

Rick Hawley (Co-Technical Director) – Rick has been the technical director for many GPT shows, including last season’s 42nd Street. One of Rick’s proudest moments was the Clarence he received as Tech Director for Singin’ in the Rain. He actually made it rain on stage! He has also directed a workshop and has appeared in Talking Headstones at the St. Paul Cemetery, a project involving the Grosse Pointe Historical Society and GPT. Rick is a past-President of GPT and spends dozens of hours each season in our scene shop. Kathleen Lusk (Stage Manager) – As a former Hubbard Award recipient, Kathleen has had numerous backstage adventures with GPT. They include Stage Manager for The Sunshine Boys (Clarence), Co-Stage Manager for The Pirates of Penzance, Assistant Stage Manager for Legally Blonde and The Producers, Props and Set Dressing Chair for Camelot and The Fox on the Fairway, Co-Props and Set Dressing Chair for Little Women (Clarence for Set Dressing), Co-Costumes for Don’t Dress for Dinner, and Producer for Peter and the Starcatcher (Clarence). When not chairing, Kathleen can be found helping backstage and in the costume room. Kathleen is also the current Chair for the GPT Season Advisory Committee. Leta Chrisman (Assistant Stage Manager) – Leta served as Stage Manager for Legally Blonde and as Director & Set Designer for Camelot. She also served as Stage Manager for last season’s Peter and the Starcatcher. She would like to thank her phenomenal mom, Jeanne, for all the advice and inspiration.

Christine Campbell-Cormier (Choreographer) – Christine is 21, from Columbus, Michigan, and is no stranger to the stage. She has performed with Grosse Pointe Theatre in shows including 42nd Street, Beauty and the Beast, Singin’ in the Rain, White Christmas, and most recently, the Golden Age Holiday fundraiser performance. Christine has been dancing for 18 years and works at her family’s studio, Art In Motion Richmond Dance Academy and runs a dance program in St. Clair. She has been teaching for nine years in multiple styles and has also choreographed shows at Birmingham Village Players, Richmond Community Theatre, Warren Woods High School and Children’s Theater in Richmond. Christine is very excited to work with such a wonderful cast and crew and would like to thank Nick and Danielle for this fantastic opportunity. Don Bischoff (Co-Technical Director/Co-Set Designer) – Song and Dance Man…that’s Don! His most recent GPT credits include director of White Christmas, The Music Man, Oklahoma!, Singin’ in the Rain, and both Director and Set Designer for last season’s 42nd Street. He also directed and performed in our recent Gala Benefit Performance, A Golden Age Holiday. At Birmingham Village Players, he started out their previous season with a bang, directing Anything Goes. Last season, Don appeared as Bratt in GPT’s How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. The Bischoff Family includes his lovely and artistically talented wife, Tracy, and their dynamo baseball-playing sons, Owen and Kyle.

31 Who’s Who in the Crew (cont.)

Tracy Bischoff (Co-Set Designer) – Tracy has been a GPT scenic painter for Music Man, Oklahoma!, White Christmas, Singin’ in the Rain (Clarence Award), and 42nd Street. As a dancer, Tracy did a national tour of Alice in Wonderland with the Prince Street Players and has appeared on stage for GPT in Annie Get Your Gun. Recently, Tracy was commissioned to paint one of the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce’s “Dogs Unleashed”.

Anna Chrisman (Co-Costumer) – Anna has been a member of GPT for several years and has chaired costumes for multiple shows, including this season’s Camelot. She has won Clarence Awards for Les Miserables, Little Women, and Beauty and the Beast. When not at the theater, Anna works in animal welfare and enjoys spending time with her friends and family.

Erin Getzin (Co-Costumer) – Erin was seen most recently as Enid Hoops in Legally Blonde. Erin joined GPT in 2015. Since then she has shown her wide- ranging talents and has become a very valuable member. She was in the chorus for Spamalot, appeared as the Wardrobe in Beauty and the Beast, worked backstage for Steel Magnolias and Hello, Dolly!, co-chaired makeup for Singin’ in the Rain and 42nd Street, and co-chaired costumes for The Pirates of Penzance and How to Succeed in Business. This season, she was the Production Stage Manager for Camelot. Jacquelyne Pfaff (Hair Designer) – Jackie is a long-time member of GPT. She has been involved with many productions, most recently including Legally Blonde, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, 42nd Street, Singin’ in the Rain and Beauty and the Beast. She has won several Clarence Awards. Jackie has been involved with the Detroit Concert Choir and The Judelaires and is currently singing with the Motor City Chorale. Jackie is a Registered Nurse with the Pediatric Clinic. She lives with her husband Richard, who is co-chair of Props. Their son Joseph is an officer in the Navy who lives with his wife Andrea in Chicago.

Julia Faba Chateau (Makeup Effect Designer and Coordinator) – This is Julia’s debut at Grosse Pointe Theatre. She majored in Theater Tech at Grand Valley State University, studying stage management and scenic painting, but her love of makeup started while working in haunted houses such as The Haunt, Cedar Pointe’s Halloweekends, and Six Flag’s Fright Nights. After winning The Next Level of Cosplay scholarship competition, she moved to Los Angeles to study special effects makeup at Cinema Makeup School. She has worked on a variety of projects for film, TV, theater, circus troupes, and special events. Such highlight projects include Netflix’s Lost in Space, Avengers: Infinity War, The Science Behind Pixar Exhibition, and Pacific Rim 2. She is thrilled to be back in Michigan and working with GPT! She wants to thank her Mom and Dad for the overwhelming support they have given her to follow her dreams and achieve her lofty goals throughout the years! 32 Who’s Who in the Crew (cont.)

Richard Pfaff (Props and Set Dressing Co-Chair) – Rick has chaired or co- chaired many GPT productions, including 42nd Street, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Singin’ in the Rain, Beauty and the Beast, Hello, Dolly!, White Christmas (x3), Annie Warbucks and Oklahoma!. He has worked backstage for many others. His wife Jackie is also involved with this show. They are proud of their son, Joseph, who is serving in the U.S. Navy, and Joseph’s wife Andrea.

Ray Semczak (Props and Set Dressing Co-Chair) – Ray has worked backstage for several productions, including 42nd Street, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Jekyll & Hyde, Oklahoma!, Annie Warbucks and White Christmas (all three!). He also has been caught in the scene shop painting and building sets and set pieces for a number of GPT productions. Ray is retired from the Department of Defense as a mechanical engineer technician. He keeps in fond memory his wife Mary Beth.

Eric Leszczynski (Lighting Designer) – Eric has been well-placed in the dark “light booth” for over 20 years - we only occasionally let him out! He and his late wife Lisa designed lighting for many GPT shows and now he continues on in her memory. The booth was the second home to their kids growing up: Ian, having graduated from the US Naval Academy, and Evan, who took up the Light & Sound torch at De La Salle High School. Now, young Cindy can be seen helping dad. The only technical disappointment is daughter, Sophie. She decided being in front of the lights was more fun, brightening the GPT stage for the last ten years. Eric has served on the GPT Board as Technical Chair for many years and is a past President.

Bill Tuthill (Sound Designer) – Bill has been a member of GPT since 2000. He uses his degree in Media Production to help the theater, having chaired sound for dozens of shows, including 42nd Street, Les Miz, Jekyll & Hyde, The King and I and many others. He has also worked lights, as well as assuming the duties of Stage Manager for other shows. When we set up and strike a show and work in the scene shop to build our sets, Bill often cooks dinner for the workers.

Original Production Bios

David Lindsay-Abaire (Book and Lyrics) is a Pulitzer Prize winning playwright, screenwriter, lyricist and librettist. His most recent play, Ripcord, opens this fall at Manhattan Theatre Club. His previous play Good People premiered on Broadway, was awarded the Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Play, The Horton Foote Prize, The Edgerton Foundation New American Play Award, and two Tony nominations. His play Rabbit Hole received the , five Tony nominations, and the Spirit of America Award. David also wrote the book and lyrics for Shrek the Musical, which was nominated for eight Tonys, four Oliviers, a Grammy, and earned David the Ed Kleban Award as America’s most promising lyricist. David’s other plays

33 Grosse Pointe Theatre Giving Back to the Community 2018-2019 Season AAUW Kerby Elementary School Capuchin Soup Kitchen Liggett Knight Chippewa Schools Macomb County Habitat for Humanity Costello Elementary School Northville Township Firefighters Daughters of Penelope, Thamyris Chapter #272 PBJ Outreach, Inc. Dearborn Animal Shelter Rackham Choir Detroit Concert Choir Sacred Heart Major Seminary Detroit Zoological Society Sing Out Detroit Downtown Outreach St. Anne Sausage Festival ESYS Foundation St. Clair Shores Public Library The Family Center St. Clare of Montefalco School Grosse Pointe Cooperative St. Isaac Jogues Preschool St. Lucy Catholic Church Grosse Pointe South Band and Orchestra St. Matthew Lutheran School Grosse Pointe South St. Paul Catholic School Mother’s Club St. Pius Catholic School Guardian Angels Catholic School The Helm (Services for Older Citizens (SOC)) Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers

34 Original Production Bios (cont.) include Fuddy Meers, Kimberly Akimbo, Wonder of the World and A Devil Inside, among others. In addition to his work in theatre, David’s screen credits include his film adaptation of Rabbit Hole, Dreamworks’ Rise of the Guardians, and the upcoming Family Fang, starring Nicole Kidman, Christopher Walken and Jason Bateman.

Jeanine Tesori (Music) won the Tony Award for Best Original Score with for the musical , which is currently playing on Broadway. She has also written Tony-nominated scores for at ; Thoroughly Modern Millie (lyrics, ); Caroline, or Change (lyrics, ); and Shrek The Musical (lyrics, David Lindsay-Abaire). The production of Caroline, or Change at the National Theatre in received the Olivier Award for Best New Musical. Her 1997 Off-Broadway musical (lyrics, Brian Crawley) opened on Broadway in 2014 and garnered four Tony nominations, including Best Musical Revival. Opera: A Blizzard on Marblehead Neck (libretto, Tony Kushner; Glimmerglass) and The Lion, The Unicorn, and Me (libretto, J. D. McClatchy, Kennedy Center). Music for plays: Mother Courage (dir. George C. Wolfe, with and Kevin Kline), ’s (Lincoln Center Theater, dir. George C. Wolfe), and Romeo and Juliet (Delacorte Gala). Film scores: Nights in Rodanthe, Every Day, and You’re Not You. Ms. Tesori is a member of the Dramatists Guild and was cited by the ASCAP as the first female composer to have two new musicals running concurrently on Broadway. She is the founding artistic director of Encores! Off-Center at Center, and is a lecturer in music at . Most of all, she is the proud parent of Siena Rafter, a senior at LaGuardia High School for the Arts.

Jason Moore (Original Production Director). Broadway: , Steel Magnolias. Carnegie Hall: Jerry Springer: The Opera. Off-Broadway: Speech and Debate (Roundabout), Avenue Q (the Vineyard), Guardians (the Culture Project), The Crumple Zone. Associate directing: Les Misérables (Broadway, national tour), (Vancouver). Writer: The Floatplane Notebooks (Charlotte Repertory Theatre). TV directing: episodes of Dawson s Creek, Everwood, One Tree Hill and Brothers and Sisters. Jason has a BS in performance studies from Northwestern University.

Rob Ashford (Original Production Director) won the 2012 Olivier Award for his production of starring and at London’s . The production opened to rave reviews with ’s anointing it as “picture perfect” and David Benedict stating that “the production’s hallmark is its boldness.” Rob most recently directed the Broadway revival of starring , and Macbeth with Sir at New York’s Park Avenue Armory and The Manchester International Festival. More at https://www.mtishows.com/people/rob-ashford.

Acknowledgments ... Special thanks to Grand Rapids Civic Theatre – Kathie Johnson – Larry O’Grady Joe Hart – Art In Motion Richmond Dance Academy – Grosse Pointe Public Schools

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Annie Performances June 16, 20-23, 27-29 Evenings at 8 PM; Sundays at 2 PM Added: Saturday, June 22, 2 PM matinee with character meet & greet after the show! Directed by Tim Higgins Based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie has become a worldwide phenomenon and was the winner of seven , including Best Musical. The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, , and , features some of the greatest musical theatre hits ever written, including “Tomorrow.” Performance Location: Christian A. Fenton Performing Arts Center at Grosse Pointe North High School Generously sponsored by: The John A. and Marlene L. Boll Foundation For TICKETS please call 313-881-4004 or visit WWW.GPT.ORG The timeless “rags to riches” fairy tale becomes a new audience favorite in Disney’s Cinderella KIDS, an adaptation of the trea- sured animated film that will charm its way into your heart and remind audiences that dreams really can come true! April 13 & 14, 2019 Show Times: SAT (2PM); SUN (2PM) Advance Tickets $10 / $5 Students Performances Held At: Pierce Middle School Auditorium Youth on Stage Summer Camp 2019 Give your children a wonderful opportunity this summer and allow them to experience theater arts! Summer Camp Program Ages 6-15 July 8 - 12; 9 AM - 3 PM Tuition $325 • Registration Fee $15 Registration Opens on March 8, 2019 • Registration Ends June 28, 2019 Our summer camp program for ages 6-15 offers children the opportunity to develop their potential in acting in order to boost their self-confidence and raise their self-esteem. New this summer - a full day program which also offers a technical theater component to allow them to explore different aspects of backstage and behind-the-scenes to get a fuller understanding of everything it takes to create live theater. Camp runs Monday, July 8 through Friday, July 12, 2019 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Campers will be grouped according to ages. Camp will be held at the Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church at 19550 Mack Ave. Students are asked to bring a bag lunch and water bottle. Tuition is $325, plus a $15 registration fee. Deadline for registration is June 28, 2019. (Based on availability) To register, visit gpt.org/youth-on-stage/summer-camp-2019 For TICKETS please call 313-881-4004 or visit WWW.GPT.ORG Ever see 30 plays in 60 minutes? 30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind is an ever-changing attempt to do just that, 30 plays in 60 minutes! Having opened in 1988 and running until 2016, this production was Chicago’s longest-running show in history. You choose the order of the plays, we perform them, and when the time runs out - the show is over! Come to see theater like you’ve never encountered it before. It’s a new experience every night and if we sell out the show, we order pizza for the audience! Go! April 26-28; May 3-5, 2019 Show Times: Friday, Saturday (8PM), Sunday (2PM) Added: Saturday, May 4 at 2pm Tickets $15 Performances Held At: Grosse Pointe Woods Presbyterian Church Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind (30 Plays in 60 minute) is presented by Playscripts, Inc. www.playscripts.com

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