Oyster Bay High School Fine and Performing Arts Department Proudly Presents

Based on the Comic Strip “Peanuts” Book, Music and Lyrics by by Charles M. Schulz Clark Gesner

Kerry Prep Jack Saleeby Director Choreographer

Peter Rufa Maria Randazzo Producer Assistant Producer Stage Crew Director

Meagan Finnerty Matthew Sisia Vocal Director Pit Conductor

Tom Gould Glen Davis Sound Design Lighting Design

Produced with arrangement by Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc. 560 Lexington Avenue New York, New York 10022

Director’s Notes for YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN 2017

Can you name all eight of our current Supreme Court justices? Can you name eight characters from Charles Schulz’ Peanuts? (I’m willing to bet the second part of that question was easier than the first!)

There’s a good reason why You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (YAGMCB) is one of the Top Ten musicals produced in Middle Schools and High Schools throughout the country every year. There are lessons to be learned.

On the surface, Charles Schulz’ Peanuts seems simple. However, when you dig a little deeper, you'll find it investigates some of life’s most complex questions: How do you maintain hope in the face of disappointment? How do you continue to believe in love if your experience has been painful? What does it mean to be good? What is happiness?

Charlie Brown is the personification of optimism. In the face of adversity, he continues to leap. That’s what makes him our hero. Whether he’s trying to get that kite off the ground, get the game-winning hit for his team, or be the object of affection for the little red-headed girl, he never gives up.

Even the characters who surround him (Lucy, Snoopy, Linus, Schroeder, etc.); though more talented and more popular than he, they too face a loss of confidence from time to time. Yet, by the end of the play, they are all singing about the simple things that make them happy.

The characters in YAGMCB represent the very students who portray them. What young student isn’t filled with self-doubt, fear, and hope? I’d like to think that the message of perseverance will be subconsciously absorbed and applied to whatever issue they may face.

I prefer to use a sports analogy when I say that an ensemble cast is a team. We are all single-mindedly focused on one goal; the successful production of a musical. We put our heads together, overcome obstacles in our path, take responsibility for our individual roles, and persevere to achieve success.

In the end, we find that true happiness is not in our possessions, but in enduring, lasting friendships.

“Happiness is anyone and anything at all that’s loved by you”

SPECIAL THANK YOU:

* To Peter Rufa for all his support * To my choreographer, Jack Saleeby * Maria Randazzo, Meagan Finnerty, and Matt Sisia for their cooperation and collaboration. * Danielle DiMeo: Stage Manager extraordinaire * To my brother-in-law, Frank Murdock, for building the Snoopy doghouse. * To my wife, my better-half, and my Muse, Helen. Praise to her from whom ALL inspiration flows!

Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District Board of Education

Jennifer Romeo President

John McEvoy Vice President

Michael Castellano, M.D.—Todd Cronin—Robin Dando Laurie Kowalsky—Ann Marie Longo

Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District Administrative Team

Dr. Laura Seinfeld Superintendent of Schools

Dr. Lisa Mulhall Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment

Mr. Michael Cipriani Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations

Ms. Sharon Lasher High School Principal

Mr. Timothy McCarthy High School Assistant Principal

Ms. Lara Gonzalez High School Assistant Principal

Mr. Peter Rufa District Supervisor of Fine and Performing Arts

CAST LIST FOR “YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN”

Charlie Brown…………………………………………………………………….Sarah Conway Lucy Van Pelt……………………………………………………………………...... Julia Tauter Snoopy…………………………………………………………………………..Anabella Ballone Sally Brown……………………………………………………………………..Kayla McKenna Linus Van Pelt………………………………………………………...... Christopher McKenna Schroeder………………………………………………………………………..Grace McKenna Woodstock………………………………………………………………………..Ava Aschettino Violet Gray…………………………………………………………………………Kyra Tischler Marcie………………………………………………………………………..Kayleigh Crawford Frieda…………………………………………………………………… .Alessandra Martorella Peppermint Patty…………………..…………………………………………Isabella Rosenthal Peggy Jean ……………………………………………………………………….Katherine Ruiz Molly Volley………………………………………………………………………...Miriam Coor Loretta………………………………………………………………………...... Destini Gaeckler Eudora………………………………………………………………………...... Muskan Kumar Lila………………………………………………………………………...... Claudia Paolucci Little Red-Haired Girl………………………………………………………....Arianna Wulffen Shirley………………………………………………………………………...... Kayla Cronin

PIT BAND Matthew Sisia Pit Conductor Laura Angelone……….Clarinet Gabrielle Grady……….…...Flute Michael Biggiani……Trombone Ashley Hazan…………...Clarinet Terrance Cameron….Percussion Emma Ingoglia……..French Horn Victoria Carchietta……….Flute Matthew Jaronczyk….Euphonium Kate Devereaux…..French Horn Ryan Obes…….Tenor Saxophone Matthew DiCarali……..Percussion Joseph Petrone………….Trumpet

Meagan Finnerty………….Piano Michael Giannetta…...Trumpet

PRODUCTION STAFF Stage Manager.……………………………………………………… Danielle DiMeo Assistant Stage Managers…………………………………………… Neal Mehta, Rebecca Keller Assistant Director.………………………………………………….. Ava Aschettino Lighting Director…………………………………………………… Glen Davis Lighting Assistants………………………………………………….. Maggie Ford, Cameron McKean Costumes…………………………………………………………… Sherry Kfare Dance Captain……………………………………………………… Claudia Paolucci, Kayla McKenna Sound Assistant...... Kevin Hart

STAGE CREW Julia Cutajar Cheliann DeCarolis Emily DeSalvo Danielle DiMeo Maggie Ford Kirkland Green-Knox Kevin Hart Logan Iles Daniel Juhasz Rebecca Keller Victoria Lattanzio Valentina LaRocca Elina Leandrou Cameron McKean Neal Mehta Kathryn Moore Karina Paone Jimmy Peitz Matthew Peitz Jodi Yeh

USHERS

The Oyster Bay High School Chapter of the National Honor Society

SPECIAL THANKS TO: Scott Boris Jeannette Vicari & Kelly Moore Bethany Campbell Tom Gould Nick Rotolo Umberto Randazzo & Joe Randazzo Senior ACE class The PAC Ashely Kowalczyk for this year’s artwork Scott Lyle and the Custodial Crew All those who donated to this year’s production!

CAST BIOS

Ava Aschettino (Woodstock) is ecstatic to be a part of this year’s Oyster Bay High School production, You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown! Ava is an 8th grader who has a passion for theatre! Ava has participated in three other Oyster Bay productions. She has had featured roles in The Kids are the Stars, Beauty and the Beast and Broadway Through the Decades. She is so excited to participate in all the other productions throughout her high school career! Thank you so much to the entire amazingly talented cast and crew, and congrats to another OUTSTANDING performance! Break a Leg!

Anabella Ballone (Snoopy), an eighth grader at OBHS, is a member of the NJHS, the soccer team and an active participant in the Book Club. Anabella greatly enjoys the performing arts. She participates in the OBHS chorus and plays the French horn in the band program. She practices guitar and piano independently for pleasure. She brings past stage performances from the Vernon Talent Show as well as many NYC acting classes. She has been a guest chef and judge on "The Chew." She starred in the Sound of Music as Sister Sofia and in Footloose at the John Engeman Theater. This is going to be her fifth OBHS performance. Her roles have included: an orphan in Annie, the Enchantress in Beauty and the Beast, and solo performances in Kids are the Stars and Broadway through the Decades. She is thrilled to have a part in this year’s production, and is grateful for the support of the OBHS performing art department, especially Mr. Rufa, Mr. Prep, Ms. Finnerty, Jack, and Ms. Randazzo.

Sarah Conway (Charlie Brown) is a 10th grade student at Oyster Bay High School. This will be her second performance in an Oyster Bay musical. She plays piano and sings at Open Mic Night monthly. She is currently in Mixed Chorus and Chamber Singers. She is a part of both the Art Honor Society and National Honor Society. In her free time, she enjoys drawing and painting. She is very excited to participate in this year's show.

Miriam Coor (Molly Volley) is an 8th grade student at Oyster Bay High school. You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown will be Miriam's 5th play at the high school, and she plays the role of Molly Volley. Some of Miriam’s previous roles include Charlie Brown in Stars of Tomorrow's You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, an orphan in Annie, a napkin in Beauty and the Beast, and Willy Wonka in Portledge School's Summer Program Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. She has also had roles in both of the Middle School shows, The Kids are the Stars and Broadway Through the Decades. Miriam is an active member in the “Be the Change” club, 7th and 8th Grade Student Council, and is on the Principal’s Honor Roll. Miriam is very excited to be a part of You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown and wishes the cast and crew good luck!

Kayleigh Crawford (Marcie) is a high school sophomore who is thrilled to be a part of this year’s production of You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown! In her free time, Kayleigh enjoys participating in many of the sports that Oyster Bay has to offer including volleyball, fencing, and softball. Kayleigh is a proud member of Chamber Singers, SADD, and SAGA. She sings alto for both Mixed Chorus and Chamber Singers. Kayleigh hopes to pursue a career in Radiation Therapy.

Kayla Cronin (Shirley) is excited to be a part of this year’s production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Kayla is in 7th grade and this is her first production at Oyster Bay High School. Kayla has two brothers, Sean who attends the University of Delaware and Connor who is in 9th grade. Kayla is a member of the soccer team and fencing team. She plays CYO volleyball, participates in gymnastics, and is a member of the East Norwich Juniors where she learns valuable information and skills, including CPR Certification, to help the members of her community.

CAST BIOS

Destini Gaeckler (Loretta) is a seventh grade student. You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown is her second school play. Destini enjoys playing basketball, drawing and singing. She is excited to participate in the play. Destini would like to thank the director, Mr. Prep, and the choreographer, Jack.

Muskan Kumar (Eudora) is excited to act in her first play at the Oyster Bay High School, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. She participated in Broadway Through the Decades earlier this school year in November and has been waiting for the high school play since then. When Muskan is not at rehearsal, she is at Oyster Bay High School Robotics, helping at TSD Martial Arts, at “Be the Change” club, or just hanging out with friends. Earlier this year Muskan participated in Open-Gym Fencing. Muskan is grateful for everyone who is in the play, or helping with it, and can’t wait for next year’s show!

Alessandra Martorella (Frieda) is a ninth grader and this is her second show at Oyster Bay High School; her first show was The Kids are the Stars. She sings soprano in Mixed Chorus and alto in Chamber Singers. She is going to be attending this year’s NYSSMA Music Festival as a Level VI. In Alessandra's free time she enjoys doing hair and makeup, going to the mall with her friends, and writing her own music. She wishes the best of luck to everyone involved in the show; it's going to be a good one!

Christopher McKenna (Linus Van Pelt) is a 7th grader and thrilled to make his debut on the OBHS stage. He recently completed a 45-show run as Michael Banks in Mary Poppins at the Engeman Theater in Northport. His other credits at the Engeman Theater include Miracle on 34th Street (Tommy Mara Jr.), The Sound of Music (Kurt), Shrek (Gingy), 13 and Footloose. He would like to congratulate the cast and crew, Mr. Rufa, Mr. Prep, Ms. Finnerty, Ms. Randazzo and Jack.

Grace McKenna (Schroeder) is a freshman and so glad to be performing again on the OBHS stage. As a 7th grader, she was in Annie, and as an 8th grader she was a soloist in The Kids are the Stars. Grace has had several roles at the Engeman Theater in Northport including: Louisa in The Sound of Music, part of the ensemble in 13, the opening soloist in Footloose, Flotsam in The Little Mermaid, Team Fiona in Shrek. She would like to thank her director, Mr. Prep, and choreographer, Jack Saleeby. Grace would also like to thank her parents, Mr. Rufa, Ms. Finnerty, Ms. Randazzo, and Mr. Sisia for this opportunity.

Kayla McKenna (Sally Brown) is thrilled to return to the OBHS stage for the fourth consecutive year. Last year as a freshman, she was Chip in Beauty and the Beast. As an 8th grader she was Tessie in Annie, and in 7th grade she was a secretary in How to Succeed in Business Without Trying. Her other credits include performances at Engeman Theater in Northport – as Louisa in The Sound of Music and Chaba in Fiddler on the Roof. She also p ortrayed Brooke Windham in Legally Blonde at the Cultural Arts Playhouse. Kayla plays field hockey and is a member of the Chamber Singers. She wants to congratulate the cast and crew and give a big thanks to Mr. Rufa, Ms. Finnerty, Ms. Randazzo, Mr. Prep, Mr. Gould, Mr. Sisia and Jack Saleeby.

Claudia Paolucci (Lila), a 7th grader, is excited to be in her first OBHS production! She is no stranger to the stage having performed in various productions at USDAN Summer Camp for the Arts. In addition to acting, Claudia plays the oboe, piano, and sings in the Treble Youth Choir at Christ Church in Oyster Bay.

CAST BIOS

Isabella Rosenthal (Peppermint Patty) is a 10th grade student at Oyster Bay High School. This is her second performance at Oyster Bay, and she will be playing Peppermint Patty. Bella is captain of the varsity fencing team, and is a part of both the National Honor’s Society and Art Honor’s Society. She is also a part of the Mixed Chorus and Chamber Singers. Bella spent her summer working with kids at a science camp and at Stony Brook University in their biotechnology program.

Katherine Ruiz (Peggy Jean) is a 10th grader at OBHS. Even though this is her first year being cast in the school play, she has always had the passion and desire to act. She hopes to attend the Tisch School of the Arts, and someday become an actress. Katherine enjoys playing with her cats, baking, singing, and visiting to New York City. She would like to thank her family for their continuous love and support.

Julia Tauter (Lucy Van Pelt) is beyond excited to be performing in Oyster Bay High School’s production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown as “Lucy”. Some of Julia’s past stage credits include Molly in Annie, Arista in The Little Mermaid, a milkmaid in Beauty and the Beast, a cheerleader in 13, and a nun in The Sound of Music. Julia enjoys being a part of Chamber Singers at OBHS. Her on-ice performances include Disney on Ice (Rapunzel, Merida, Ugly Stepsister Anastasia), The Wizard of Oz (Lollipop Kid), Christmas Spectacular (Angel, Frosty The Snowman), and Skating with the Stars. Julia would like to thank Mr. Rufa, Mr. Prep, Jack Saleeby, Ms. Finnerty, Ms. Randazzo and Mrs. Susan Hugelmeyer. She would also like to congratulate her entire cast. Most of all, she thanks her incredible family and friends for their constant love and support.

Kyra Tischler (Violet) Her past school productions include: a silly girl in Beauty and the Beast, July in Annie, a secretary in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Kyra has performed for the All-County Music Association in 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2017. She participates in vocal and instrumental NYSSMA. She is an OBHS Chamber Singer, participates in Mixed Chorus, Symphonic Band, and is a member of the Music Honor Society as well as the National Honor Society. Kyra plays the clarinet and ukulele. She has performed in numerous opera shows in NYC including La Boehme, Carmen, Don Giovanni, Magic Flute, Mikado, Faust, Pirates of Penzance. Kyra is an actress known for the following movies: Following Phil, All We Had, Madam Secretary, HBO’s Vinyl and Law and Order SVU and, most recently, Wonderstruck as Rose’s double. In 2015 Kyra was recognized by Urban Teen Magazine as a model teen for her accomplishments. She has earned credits in Filmography through the movie industry.

Arianna Wulffen (Little Red-Haired Girl) is in 7th grade and this is her second production as an OBHS student. She was also in the 7/8 grade musical Broadway Through the Decades. She is very excited to be part of this production. In her spare time Arianna babysits, participates in local community service events, dances, and takes gymnastics class. She has also been a Girl Scout since 1st grade. Arianna has a 14-year old brother in 9th grade named Gregory. She looks forward to more opportunities for acting and singing.

PIT BIOS

Laura Angelone (Clarinet) is a senior at OBHS. As a senior, she has had countless musical experiences, which include Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Band (on the clarinet and bass clarinet), Adelphi’s Concert Band, NYSBDA Symposium, four NYSSMA Festivals, president of Tri-M Honor Society, performing at Carnegie Hall, taking private lessons with Benjamin Fox, and touring Europe with American Music Abroad. Fortunately, her musical journey does not end here, as she will be pursuing a career in music education! She is very excited to return to the Pit this year for You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, and she thanks everyone in her life for their support and these musical opportunities!

Michael Biggiani (Trombone) is a sophomore and is thrilled to be part of the Pit Band for his very first time this year. Michael has played the trombone since 4th grade. He is currently a proud member of the Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band, and enjoys playing in the Pep Band at the Baymen Varsity football games. He volunteers for the Friends of PAC at the Oyster Festival every year. In the chorus, band, and orchestra, Michael has been selected to participate in the Nassau All-County Music Festival for six straight years, and received the Achievement Certificate in Music in the 9th grade. He has played in the Nassau Suffolk Performing Arts Youth and Honor Bands as well as the Adelphi University Concert Band, and was selected last year for participation in the Tilles Festival Band at the 2016 LIU Post Band Festival. Michael congratulates the Cast and Crew of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown!

Terrance Cameron (Percussion) is in eleventh grade and this is his first year as a percussionist in the Pit Band. He is a member of the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Tri-M Honor Society. Outside of music, Terrance plays varsity lacrosse and cross country. He is also the Vice President of Student Council and a member of the National Honor Society.

Victoria Carchietta (Flute) is a junior participating in her third musical at Oyster Bay. She has been taking private flute lessons for eight years and piano lessons for eleven years. On Saturdays Victoria attends the pre- college of the Mannes School of Music in New York City. In Oyster Bay she plays flute in the Wind Ensemble, tenor saxophone in the Symphonic Band, and is vice president of the Tri-M Music Honor Society. She has participated in NYSSMA festivals for many years and has been selected for numerous All-County bands and orchestras.

Kate Devereaux (French Horn) is a junior and is very excited to be playing the French horn in her second school musical! She is currently in the Wind Ensemble, Chamber Singers and Mixed Chorus. She has performed in NYSSMA festivals since she was in fourth grade for the French horn, voice and piano. This year Kate was a part of the All-County Orchestra. She is a proud member of the Tri-M Music Honor Society as well as the National Honor Society, Foreign Language Honor Society, and Quill and Scroll Honor Society. In addition, Kate was also the recipient of the Music Achievement Award two years in a row. Along with music, she also enjoys playing soccer, running track, and fencing.

Matt DiCarali (Percussion) is a junior and is a percussionist in this year’s Pit Band. He was in the Pit for last year’s production of Beauty and the Beast, and is looking forward to this year’s production. He is a percussionist in Wind Ensemble and Jazz Band, and is a member of the Tri-M Honor Society.

PIT BIOS Mr. Giannetta is the 7/8 Band Director here at Oyster Bay High School, and active as an educator, clinician, and performer. Mr. Giannetta holds a B.S. in Music Education from the Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam, a M.M. in Trumpet Performance at SUNY Stony Brook, and a M.M. in Conducting from the American Band College at Southern Oregon University. As a performer, Mr. Giannetta has played with the Nassau Pops Symphony Orchestra, the Tappan Zee Bridgemen, the Long Island Symphonic Winds, and the Long Island Wind Ensemble, and with a wide variety of performers including Michael Amante, Patrick Sheridan, Harry Waters, Ray Anderson, the Capitol Saxophone Quartet, and Jim Walker. Mr. Giannetta has played in a wide variety of school and community pit orchestras for many shows. This is Mr. Giannetta's fifth production in Oyster Bay, having previously played in How To Succeed In Business Without Even Trying, Anything Goes, Annie, and Beauty and The Beast. He's very excited to be a part of this year's production of You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown, and hopes that the cast and crew breaks many legs!!

Gabrielle Grady (Flute) is a junior and is very excited to be a part of the Pit Band for the second time. She is in the school’s Wind Ensemble and has been taking private lessons with Kathryn Prinz for eight years. She is an active member of the Tri-M Music Honor Society and will be auditioning for All-State at the NYSSMA Festival this coming May. This past summer she attended the Crane Youth Music program at the Crane School of Music in Potsdam. Outside of music, Gigi plays on the Varsity Field Hockey team, is a member of the National Honor Society and Art Honor Society, and is the co-editor in chief for the school’s literary magazine.

Ashley Hazan (Clarinet) is a junior at Oyster Bay High School. She has been playing the clarinet for eight years. As a junior, she has already participated in five NYSSMA Festivals, including one All-State audition and has been an All-County representative. Due to her dedication to music, she was placed into Wind Ensemble in 10th grade. Participating in Tri-M Music Honor Society, private lessons, and a performance at the Tilles Center, Ashley is very excited to add another musical event, You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown, to this list. Playing for Pit Band is a wonderful opportunity and she cannot thank her friends, family and teachers enough.

Emma Ingoglia (French Horn) is a senior and performed in the Pit Band during last year’s production of Beauty and the Beast. Emma is an All-State French horn player and is first chair in Oyster Bay High School’s Wind Ensemble. Outside of school, Emma takes private music lessons and plays in the Long Island Youth Orchestra at C.W. Post every Sunday morning. Next year she will be attending the University of Florida where she will continue to study music along with pre-med. She is super excited for this year’s play!

Matt Jaronczyk (Euphonium) is a senior euphonium player. This is his second year in Pit Band, as he played in the Pit for last year's performance of The Beauty and the Beast. Matt has participated in NYSSMA seven times throughout his musical career. Matt was captain of the Oyster Bay football team this past fall and is playing lacrosse this spring. He is also a member of SALP and the Science Honor Society. When he graduates from Oyster Bay, Matt will continue his education at Clemson University.

Ryan Obes (Tenor Saxophone) is a senior at Oyster Bay High School. He has been playing tenor saxophone since sixth grade. This is his first year in the Pit Band and Wind Ensemble. He is very excited to be a part of the show You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and cannot wait to see how everything comes together. He was very excited to attend the New York State Band Directors Association Symposium in Syracuse earlier this month. He is also very excited to be attending Delaware Valley University this coming fall. He will be majoring in Agribusiness and Turf Grass Management and will be looking to try out for the Golf team in the Fall and Spring.

Joseph Petrone (Trumpet) is in eleventh grade. He participates in the Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and is playing in the Pit Band for the first time as a trumpet player. He has been a member of Oyster Bay’s baseball team for four years, the soccer team for two years, and the wrestling team for one year. He is very interested in learning several different science subjects and listening to music. STAGE CREW BIOS

Julia Cutajar is in ninth grade and a first-time participant of stage crew. She enjoys helping out with the play by creating and painting the set pieces. She is a proud member of Junior National Honor Society, International Club, and SADD. In the spring, you can catch her on the field playing softball. Congratulations to this year's cast and crew!

Cheli Ann DeCarolis is a ninth grader and is very elated about participating in stage crew this year. She has enjoyed meeting new people and working alongside the crew. She loves drawing and animations, Charlie Brown being one of them!

Danielle DiMeo is thrilled to be a part of this year’s You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown! Although this is her third year as stage manager, it is also her fourth year in the Theatre Arts Club. She operated the spotlight in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and was stage manager in both Annie and Beauty and the Beast. Off the stage, Danielle is an alto in Oyster Bay’s Chamber Singers and plays field hockey. Congrats to the cast, crew, and pit of Charlie Brown! Here’s to a great show!

Emily DeSalvo is a junior at Oyster Bay High School, she attends Boces for culinary arts. This is the second year she has been involved in stage crew. She helps with costumes and props during the musicals. Emily is very excited to be helping in any way she can.

Maggie Ford is an involved sophomore at Oyster Bay High School. This is her first year involved in Stage Crew and she loves it! Maggie helps run the lights for school productions. She is also a proud athlete of the soccer and lacrosse teams at the school. She likes to be involved with her class as Student Council Historian and a member of the National Honor Society. On the weekends she enjoys hanging out with friends, hiking and snowboarding.

Kevin Hart is a sophomore at Oyster Bay High School, and this is his second high school play that he is assisting with. Now tasked with the soundboard alongside Tom Gould, Kevin thinks that his new task has responsibilities, but the benefits outweigh the negatives. Kevin currently partakes in writing for The Harbour Voice, the high school newspaper, and is also in Model United Nations. The last show that Kevin had helped with was Beauty and the Beast, and he thinks the experience there was absolutely exciting, so now he has come back for the experience again. The bar has been raised now, and he is excited for the new possibilities that he can find with the Fine Arts and Performing Center. Kevin thinks that he will continue to assist with the performances, as long as they keep coming!

Daniel Juhasz is a senior and is part of the stage crew this year. He is the captain of the Men's Sabres on the Fencing team and is working towards his black belt in karate. He is a member of the National Honor Society, Music Honor Society, a bass in Chamber Singers and Mixed Chorus, and plays the bassoon in Symphonic Band. Daniel will be pursuing mechanical engineering at Binghamton University. In previous musicals he played the drunken sailor in Anything Goes, Bud Frump in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Bert Healy & Morgenthau in Annie, and Lumiere in Beauty and the Beast.

Rebecca Keller is in eighth grade and this is her second year in stage crew. She enjoys competitive sailing and walking her dog. She is on the Principal’s Honor Roll and National Junior Honor Society. Rebecca is very excited to be part of this year’s production!

STAGE CREW BIOS

Victoria Lattanzio is currently in the eleventh grade. She enjoys taking cooking and ballet classes during her leisure time. She volunteers at the Keystone Club where she was commemorated as “Member of the Month” last November. She also volunteers at Club 412 and All Four Paws, an animal shelter. Victoria is a member of the National Honor Society and the Art Honor Society. She enjoys helping set up theatrical productions, such as The Kids are the Stars, Beauty and the Beast and the upcoming production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

Elina Leandrou is a sophomore at Oyster Bay High School and this is her first year on stage crew. Elina plays soccer, badminton, and winter track. She is also a member of the National Honor Society. Elina enjoys spending time painting and building sets on stage crew!

Cameron McKean is a sophomore at Oyster Bay high school and this is her first year doing stage crew. She is in charge of the lights for school productions. Cameron is the Publicity Officer for Student Council and is a confident member of the Art and Business Honor Societies. She plays on the tennis and badminton teams. In her free time, she likes to ski and hang out with friends.

Neal Mehta has been doing stage crew for the last two years. He is an eighth grader at OBHS. Neal enjoys running Cross Country and playing baseball. During his free time, he enjoys watching television. Neal plays the saxophone, violin, and guitar, and this year he will be participating in NYSSMA.

Kathryn Moore is in 9th grade and is excited to be part of this year’s production of You’re a Good Man,Charlie Brown as a member of the stage crew. Kathryn participates in three sports at Oyster Bay High School, is a member of the National Junior Honor Society and Publicity Officer for Student Council. In her free time, Kathryn enjoys hanging out with friends and spending time with her family. Congratulations to the cast and crew of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.

Karina Paone is a ninth grader at Oyster Bay High School. This is her first year being part of stage crew. Karina enjoyed drawing and painting the sets. Along with her love for music and art, she also enjoys fencing and softball.

Jimmy Peitz is a senior at Oyster Bay High School, and this is his first time doing stage crew. Jimmy has been in the past four shows including Anything Goes (Moonface Martin), How to Succeed in Business Without Trying (Mr. Twimble), Annie (Ensemble), and Beauty and the Beast (LeFou). Jimmy has always appreciated what stage crew does for the show, and he wanted to see what it was like behind the scenes. Jimmy has a deep love for music and the performing arts, and he is going to miss all the memories that he has created. Enjoy the show!

Matthew Peitz is a senior and this is his second year in stage crew. He enjoys working with the actors, musicians and crew. In his free time, Matthew takes cooking lessons, is a member of Peer Partners, and attends Open Mic Nights. He is a multi-gold medalist at the Special Olympics. Matthew would like to thank his family, friends, and teachers for all their support.

Jodi Yeh is a new member of stage crew and helped draw and paint the sets. She is planning on taking AP Art next year and is a student teacher for her Chinese school's arts and crafts class. She competes nationally for fencing while participating on the Varsity Fencing and Track & Field teams.

ADVISOR BIOS

Meagan Finnerty (Vocal Director) Meagan Finnerty is a recipient of a Master’s degree in Piano Performance from Hunter College and a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education with a minor in Special Education from Penn State University. Meagan is currently pursuing a Doctorate degree in Music and Music Education at Columbia University. This is Meagan’s eighth year teaching music. She has taught all ages and all levels of general music and choir across Long Island. Meagan currently teaches Kindergarten to second grade general music and high school choir. She is an active accompanist and guest conductor for prestigious ensembles such as the Long Island Children’s Choir “Cantate” ensemble and the Division 1 Central All-County Choir in Suffolk County, New York. This is Meagan’s third show as vocal director. Other credits include “Beauty and the Beast” at Oyster Bay High School and “9-5” at Sachem East High School. Meagan wishes sincere congratulations to all of the students and staff involved in this year’s production of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.”

Kerry Prep (Director) Mr. Prep is an adjunct professor at Adelphi University (Linklater Voice, Musical Theatre, and Acting for Non-Majors), Long Island University/Post (Contemporary Musical Theatre Seminar), and Hofstra University (Musical Theatre for Performance). Actor, singer, director, and musical composer, Kerry was recently commissioned by LIU/Post to devise The HarmonyProject, a musical based on addressing the issues of high school bullying. In the spring of 2015, he was the musical director for Bum Phillips, All-American Opera at La Mama in NYC with Luke Leonard and Monkparrots. Seeking a creative outlet to supplement his career in the arts, Kerry founded Preppygrams, a singing telegram company which specializes in custom-written songs, serving the New York Metro area. Prep, who holds a BFA in Theatre from Adelphi, is a proud member of AEA and SAG- AFTRA. www.preppygrams.com

Maria Randazzo (Stage Crew Director/Assistant Producer) Maria Randazzo is a member of the High School’s Art Department. This is her twelve year teaching and her third year teaching 7-12 at Oyster Bay. She has a BFA in Art Education and an MA in the Arts from LIU-Brookville. This is her twelve year working on high school productions with roles ranging from Co-Costumer, Producer, Assistant Producer and Stage Crew Director. Ms. Randazzo would like to thank all her colleagues and family that have helped in all ways possible. She would also like to thank all the cast and pit members that have been so dedicated to this show. Danielle DiMeo, thank you for being an amazing side kick and a kind leader. Lastly, she would like to thank STAGE CREW for being such amazing and inspiring hard workers. You have all made the long hours well worth it and have defined what true collaboration amongst friends and peers is all about. Now “Let’s go! We have so much work to do!”

Matthew Sisia (Pit Conductor) is currently in his fourteenth year at Oyster Bay High School where he conducts the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Jazz Band and Pep Band. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Music Education from SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music and a Master's degree in Wind Conducting from Penn State University. He would like to thank the Pit Band for their hard work, commitment, and musicality throughout the entire rehearsal process.

Jack Saleeby (Choreographer) is a New York City based actor, director/choreographer and acting coach. He is a proud alum of Hofstra University where he received a BFA in Acting with a minor in Musical Theater. Off Broadway: Molasses in January (Vincent). NY Credits: Stalling (Jude), Him and Her (Him) Peer Gynt (Peer). jacksaleeby.com

MUSICAL

Act One

You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown……………….……Full Cast

Edgar Allan Poe…………………………………………..Full Cast

Schroeder………………………………………………….….Lucy

Snoopy……………………………………………………..Snoopy

My Blanket And Me……………………………………….Linus

The Kite….…………………………………………Charlie Brown

The Doctor is in………………………….Charlie Brown and Lucy

Beethoven Day………………………………..………….Full Cast

Book Report……….Schroeder, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Sally, Linus

I Know Now….…………………………….Violet, Frieda, Marcie

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NUMBERS

Act Two

The Red Baron……………………………………….….Snoopy

My New Philosophy………………………………….……Sally

T-E-A-M (The Baseball Game)… ………………….…Full Cast

Glee Club Rehearsal………………………….……… .Full Cast

Little Known Facts…………………………..…………….Lucy

Suppertime………………………………………………Snoopy

Happiness………………………………………………Full Cast