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Book by RUPERT HOLMES Bookand Conc^ by Music by Additional Lyrics by John Kender and Lyrics by Rupert Holmes

Director ADAM M.COONS Music Director JAMES W. ALEXANDER Choreographer LAURA MARRA Producers MARY DARCY 8< JOANNE DAME PEAL MARCH 9-18, 2018

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Welcome to Schenectady Light Opera Company and the fourth show of our 2017-2018 season, ! I would like to take this time to thank all the volunteers who made this production possible and to commend them on all the hard work and dedication that they have given to this project. SLOG continues to grow and thrive because of our wonderful volunteers. As we begin to wrap up our season with our final show.^/^/er.dd in May, we look forward to the future and the exciting things we will sec next year. Though you might have heard some rumors, we always announce our season to our members first. Just one of the many perks of becoming a member with us. If you arc a volunteer, performer, long time audience member or friend of the arts, we want you to join our company. Please consider signing up to be a member, information is located on our website. Our 92'"' season will be filled with some big names, hidden gems and shows that have not been produced locally in some time. We are excited to welcome some new directors, as well as seasoned contributors who have made SLOG their home. We will kick off the yeai' in September with hi the Heights, a wildly popular show that put Lin-Manuel Miranda (famed composer of the Broadway mega hit Homilton) on the map. Our youth show in November, which attracts top talent from many local high schools, will be the always popular (T'rea.se. In January, we will cxi)lore a lesser known piece set in the roaring 192()'s, The Wild Party. In March, America's founding fathers will b(( portrayed on our stage as they sing and act out the events surrounding the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Glosing out the season will be the toe-tapping, fast-paced classic musical 42'"' Street. We're not quite ready to start selling season subscriptions yet, but keep an eye on our website, social media and your mailbox for those details coming soon. While we are looking toward the future, we still have a lot to offer you this season. Sister Act will be on stage May 4"'-I3"'. Following that, join us for our June Gabaret Fundraiser, Someday at SLOG, featuring songs from shows that we have never done but hope to down the road. This fundraiser will feature some of your favorite SLOG performers as well as showcase many Broadway musicals not done locally. The dates of this fundraiser will be June 15"' & 16"' and all proceeds will go to our "Raise the Roof" campaign. Tickets are on sale now! Thank you for coming to Schenectady Light Opera Company and supporting our mission to provide opportunities for adults and youth to experience and i)articipate in the performing arts. We hope you will join us as we continue to produce quality theater! Thank you and enjoy the Show! Michael Camelo President, Schenectady Light Opera Company The School of Music at SUNY Schenectady County Community College • A.S. Program for Transfer in Music Education, Performance,Jazz Studies and other fields • A|A.S. in Music Audio Technology Certificate in Digital Music and Beat Production

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When I saw Cn.rlahis on Broadway, it was one of the only completely original shows of the time, it combines two of my favorite things in the world - musical theater and murder mystery. 1 immediately fell in love, and it has become one of my favorite shows. It is an escape from reality, a chance to smile, relax, and get lost in a fun story.

1 want to take this opportunity to thank the people who were by my side throughout this process, who reminded me why I love this show, and why I love theater at SLOC. My producers, Mary Darcy and Joanne Peal, have given me shoulders to lean on from day one. Music Director James Alexander, Assistant Music Director Melissa Narusky, and Choreographer Laura Marra have brought their unique talents to bring this production to life. Of course, 1 wouldn't be doing any of this without the constant support of my babykins, Katie Weinberg.

1 am so happy to be back at SLOC for its' 9D' season. 1 have worked with this company as an actor, set designer, master carpenter, and director, and I continue to return because of the sense of community and quality of productions. 1 am proud to be a part of this wildly successful season.

My hope that when you watch this show is that you are filled with the same sense of enjoyment and charm that 1 felt when 1 first saw it. After seeing this wonderfully talented cast, backed by a fantastic crew and orchestra, Curtains may just become one of your favorites too!

Adam M. Coons Director

Do you need singers for your next ...Office Party.^ ...Church or Synagogue Dinner.^ ...Community Event.^

Our SLOC Outreach performers would be happy to provide entertainment at any event! We will happily tailor our musical selections to your particular program desires.

Please contact Judi Merriam at 518-346-5093 for more information or to set up a date! Schenectady Light Opera Company Presents

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Book by RUPERT HOLMES Music by JOHN KANDER Lyrics by FRED EBB OriginaL Book and Concept by PETER STONE Additional Lyrics by JOHN KANDER and RUPERT HOLMES

Originally Produced on Broadway by Roger Berlind, Roger Horchow, , Jane Bergere, Ted Hartley and Center Theatre Group. American Premiere Produced at The by Center Theatre Group, LA's Theatre Company.

Director ADAM M. COONS Music Director JAMES W. ALEXANDER Choreographer LAURA MARRA Producers MARY DARCY & JOANNE DAME PEAL The brassy, bright, and promising year of 1959. Boston's Colonial Theatre hosts the opening night performance of a new musical. When the leading lady mysteriously dies on stage, the entire cast & crew are suspects. Enter a local detective, who just hapi)ens to be a musical theater fan! Featuring the songs of Kandor and Ebb in their final original collaboration, Curtaim is a collision of theatrical traditions - and most of all, a fun and enjoyable ode to the stage,

Ciivlaim Ls pri-sentod through special arrangement with and all autlajrized performance matorials arc supplied by Theatrical [{lght.s Worldwide, llSO.Weniicofllio Anierica.s, Suite(HO, New York, NY JOOaii. (Stifi) 378-!i75H The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly i)rohibit(ol. Cast

Jessica Cranshaw Elisa Verb Randy Dexter William Heatley Niki Harris Kelly M. Slenkiewlcz Bambi Bernet Emily Fuller Bobby Pepper Gabriel Ilage Johnny Harmon David E. Rook Georgia lleiidricks Heather-Liz Copps Aaron Fox Alex Perone Carmen Bernstein Melissa Putterinan Hoffmann Oscar Shapiro Peter Caracappa Christopher Belling Matthew W. Coviello Lieutenant Frank Cioffi Steve Maggio Mona Page Rose Biggcrstaff Harv Fremont Jason Veiigersammy Roberta Woostcr Andrea Burger Sidney Bernstein Gary M. Hoffmann Detective G'Farrell Travis Brunell Daryl Grady John Meglino Sasha lljinsky James W. Alexander Marjoric Cook Lauren DiCocco Arlene Barruca Emily Gallinger Roy Stetson Travis Brunell Brick llavermale Nicholas Harry Edwards JanSotler Sarah Heifer Connie Siibbotin CaleyAlyce Lacey Peg Prentice Alexa (Rory) DiCristofaro Ronnie Driscoll Jake Goldsmith Russ Cochran Joshua Muzzi Dee Butlcrsnaps Laura Marra Musicians

Conductor James W. Alexander Keyboard Maria Germain Trombone Dave Rydelnik Reeds Katherine Cummings French Horn Glenn Trechel Drums Alex Atchley

The Mission of SLOC Is to Provide Opportunities for Adults and Youth to Experience and Participate In the Performing Arts.

10. Production Staff

Diroclor Adam M. Coons Music Director James W. Alexander Choreographer Laura Marra Producers Mary Darcy & Joanne Dame Pea! Assistant Director Katie Weinberg Assistant Music Director Melissa Narusky Dance Captains Emily Fuller & Gabriel ilage Stage Manager IMli Swallow Assistant Stage Manager Brian J. Cotterell Set Designer Michael McDerniott Set Construction & Painting Reglna Baker, Peter Caracappa, Adam Coons, Brian J. Cotterell, Matthew \V. Covlello. Lauren DlCocco, Melanle Douglas. Gary M. Hoffmann. Steve Maggie, Michael McDermott, Joshua Muzzl, Jeffrey Pennachlo, Jeff Ranhauser, Jill E. Ross, David E. Rook, Brian Sheldon, Beth Swallow, Brlanna Swallow, Ellsa Verb & Cece Wldomski Lighting Designer Michael Galzendorfer Master Electrician Bob Healey Spotlight Operator Scott Brown Sound Designers Bob Healey & Katie Fltzinorris Sound Assistant Robin Kraus Costume Designer Kody Carpenter Hair & Make-up Designers Nichole Burkus & Elizabeth Sherwood-Mack Property Designers Joe & Mary Ann Concra Stage Crew Regina Baker, Danielle Trumball & Katie Weinberg

The Cast and Crew of Curtains sincerely thank the following organizations and individuals for their generous support of this product ion! + Albany Civic Theater + No So Common Players + Rebecca Addlngton + + Schenectady Civic Players + Capital Repertory Theater + BethRunian + + Curtain Call Theater + Rachael E. Sheffer + + Caley Alyce Lacey for being a hard working and talented last minute addition to our cast + Musical Numbers ACT ONE

Wide Open Spnces Randy. Niki. Jessica. Bnhby & Company What Kind ol' Man Carmen, Oscar. Aaron & Georgia Tiiinking of Ilim Georgia, Aaron & Bobby The Wbman's Dead Company Show People Carmen, Cioffi & Company Coffee Shop Nights Cioffi In the Same Boat 1 Georgia, Niki & Bambi I Miss the Music Aaron Thataway Georgia, Bobby & Company

There will be a 15-minute intermission Refreshments are available at the rear of the theater pronded by Ambition Cafe

ACT TWO

lie Did it Company in the Same Boat 2 Bot)l)y, Randy & llarv it's a Business Carmen & Stagehands Kansasland Randy, Niki, Harv, Bobby, Bambi & Company Thinking of Him/1 Miss the Music (Reprise) Aaron & Georgia A Tough Act to Follow Cioffi, Niki & Company In the Same Boat 3 Company A Tough .Act to Follow Company

Schenectady Light Opera Company 2017-2018 Season

May 4-13,2018 The regional premiere of this "heavenly" new musical, based on the hit movie.

A DIVINE MUSICAL COMEDY Directed by MICHAEL CAMELO

June 15-16,2018 A Fundraiser featuring at SLOC songs from shows that have not A Cnbaret Fundraiser yet been produced on our stage!

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12. Who's Who in the Cast 8< Crew (IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER)

JAMES W. ALEXANDER {Music Director] Saslta Iljiusky) has been i)erforming with SLOC for three years, but this is his first time joining a production team for a show. He was recently seen as Caiaphas in Jesus Christ Superstar and as Cliff in Cabaret this season. James attended Carnegie Mellon University for vocal performance but is making his debut as a Music Director with this production. A huge thank you to Adam and Mary for offering him this opportunity, Melissa Narusky for agreeing to he his partner in crossing this learning curve, and to the entire team, cast, and crew for their patience and hard work through something very new. Enjoy the show and look out hi Sister Act in May! ROSE BIGGERSTAFF {Mona Page) is excited to be in her second show at SLOC after making her debut in Jesus Christ Superstar in January! Some of her favorite credits include Gay Wellington in You Can't Take It With You, Estrella in Life is a Dream, and Dynamite 1 WHairspray. TRAVIS BRUNELL {Detective O'Farrell, Roy Stetson) is very excited to be returning to the SLOC stage with Curtains. Travis has been performing in the capital region for over 10 years. He was last seen in Urinetowri with SLOC and some of his memorable roles have included Anthony in at the Charles R. Wood Theater, George Gibbs in Our Town with Classic Theater Guild, and Ram Sweeney in Heathers with Local Actors Guild in Saratoga. Travis would like to thank his fiance, Danielle Trumbull, for all of her support in his endeavors as well as the east and crew for all of their hard work. ANDREA BURGER {Roberta Wooster) is excited to be returning to SLOC after recent turns in UUTsShr-ek and SLOC'sSpanialot. Other credits; Company (Kathy- LAGS),foo//oose (Dance Captain-TCT). {\[VYY),Nnnser}se 11 (Amnesia - LAGS), Chicago (June - LAGS), Rumors (Officer Pudney), and . Favorite roles: Nunsense II (Sister Leo), Little Shop (Ronette), and Anything Goes (Charity). Thanks to the cast and production staff for a great time,family and friends for their continued support, and hugs to her Angels and Zumily!! NICHOLE BURKUS {Hair & Make-up Designer) is so excited to be back at SLOC designing hair and make-up. Some past hair and make-up credits include: West Side Story, Footloose, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Anything Goes, and Damn Yardcees. When Nichole's not designing the hair or make-up for a show, she's usually in it. PETER CARACAPPA {O.sear Shapiro) is back on stage for his second SLOC show of the year, after directing the season opener, Cabaret. His last time on the SLOC stage was as Callahan \t\ Legally Blonde, and he was also seen in Gays and Dolls (Lt. Brannigan), BABY (Prof.Weiss), and (Ensemble). Other favorite roles include Narrator/Mysterious Man {), Professor Bhaer {Little Women) and Walter {Chess). Who's Who in the Cast & Crew Continued... KODY CARPENTER {Cosfume Designer) Another Millennial in motion, Kody has embraced his transition from New York City to his honu! in Albany. Kody spent many years on stage in his youth and most recently appeared in SLOC's production of Hair and the LAGS production olAngels in America. He is honored to be returning to SLOG after designing and Cabaret lastyear, He is ecstatic to be shovvcasinghistraininginco.stume design in collaboration with the fine folks of the Curtains production team. Kody would like to thank Adam and the team, Robert, Maria, and his mom, Elaine, for their support and guidance. Cheers! JOE & MARY ANN CONCRA {Property Designers) are so happy to be working on this wonderful production. They have volunteered behind the scenes for SLOC for over 30 years. They have volunteered as Publicity Coordinators and Show Producers. Most recently they have voluntetu-ed as Properties Designers for SLOC's Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Sound of Music. Young Frankenstein, , Sweeney Todd, Hair, and Into the Woods. They have also volunteered as Properties Designers for Not So Common Players. ADAM M. COONS {Director) is excited to be back at SLOC, directing Curtains. Previous SLOC Credits:Into the Woods, Urhietown, Footloose, Spamaloi (Director - TANVS Award), Four Fluffy Tenors, 90lh Anniversary Gala, Seussical, Anything Goes, Babes in Arms, Grease, A Funny Thing...Forum, Hello, Dolly!, and . Other credits: I Love You Because, Peter and the Starcatcher, Boeing Boeing, The Laraniie Project, Rumors, Shakespeare (abridged), Bible (abridged), and Hollywood (abridged). Thank you to all that support the arts! To Katie-"I love you, Babykins!" HEATHER-LIZ COPPS {Georgia Hendricks) Regional credits: Women in My Life (Heather) at Ft. Salem Theatre, Gypsy at CapRej), Fat Men in Skirts (Dramaturg) with Molotov Theatre Group. Festivals: WAM/MocCo 24 Hour Festival (AD), CapRep's Next Act, Drift In/ Act Out (Director). Other local credits: Ca6ar^? {YosXI?\\tz\C),Producers {\}\\-a),Sweeney Todd (Beggar Woman), Pacific {Yldlie), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels {Christine),Jekyll & Hyde at SWC\Looking For.\brmal {.\\)), Boeing Boeing (Gabriella) at ACT,Sweet Smell ofSuccess {Susan),Any thing Goes (Hope), Chess (Svetlana),.S>cm/ Garden {Rose),Music Man (Marian), of La Mancha (x-^ntonia) with ^SC?,Dancing at Lughnasa (Chris) at TCT. She holds an MA in Theatre History & Criticism (CUA), a BA in Theatre Arts(MMC) and is the Director of tin; LCA Show. BRIAN J. COTTERELL {Assistant Stage Manager) is thrilled to join this production of Curtains. You may have seen him on stage at SLOC in The Rocky Horror Show, South Pacific, or most recently in th(^ 90th. Anniversaiy Gala. Backstage in Hair, Sweeney Todd, or Get Your Gun. In his spare time, you may find him photographing the shows at SLOC as Archivist for the company. MATTHEW W.COVIELLO {Christopher Belling) was most recently seen in \i,SCVsFiddler on the Roof (Tevye). Past SLOC credits include Hotv to Succeed... (Biggley), IJrinelown (Barrel), and The 90"' Anniveisary Gala. Other credits include Young Frankenstein (Frederick), Damn Yankees (Bryant), Forever Plo,id (Smudge), Heathers (Ram), The Producers (Franz), RFNT (Collins), Fiddler on the Roof (Avram), Little Shop of Horrors (Plant, etc.), and You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown (Charlie Brown). Matthewwould like to dedicate his performance to his brother, Peter. Who's Who in the Cast & Crew Continued- MARY DARCY {Producer) has produced six shows at SLOC, and assistant directed this season's Cabaret. Performing credits: Golda - Fiddler on the Roof, Joan - The Guys at Capital Hep, Bloomsday on Broadway at Symphony Space in NYC (with David Margulies and Frank McCourt), Joanne and Amy - Company, The Baker's Wife - Tnto the Woods, Muriel - Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, M'Lynn - Steel Magnolias, Corey - Barefoot in the Park. Mary is amember of The Mop & Bucket Improv Company and Executive Producer for AlIOverAlbany.com. Thanks to Adam for his kindness and professionalism. LAUREN DiCOCCO {Marjorie Cook) is thrilled to be in her third SLOG production, and her first adult show. Previously, she has been seen as Ethel mFootloose and Teresita in West Side Story. Outside of SLOC, she has been seen as the Witch in Into the Woods, and Marvalyn in Almost, Maine. Lauren would like to thank all the "show people' who were involved in the making of this production happen. As they say, the show must go on! ALEXA (RORY) DiCRISTOFARO {Peg Prentice) is happy to be performing with SLOC again! She recently performed in Jesus Christ Superstar in January and Cabaret in September. When she's not ixirforming on stage, she works full time at a local printing company as a graphic designer and cosplays on the side. She thanks all her friends and family for the continued love and support and wants to thank SLOC for becoming a home for her. You're all so wonderful, thank you! V NICHOLAS HARRY EDWARDS {Brick Havermale) is very excited to be joining such a stellar and fun cast. You may have last seen him onstage at SLOC as J. Pierrcpont Finch in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. He has also appeared at other local theaters including NSCP and HMT. Nicholas is currently studying Music Education at The College of Saint Rose. Thanks to his family and Emily for their endless support and love. "Enjoy the show!" KATIE FITZMORRIS {Sound Designer) is so happy to be back at SLOC for another production. Previous SLOC credits include HAIR, , How to Succeed..., Cabaret, and most recently, Jesus Christ Superstar. She has also worked on Lucky Stiff with Not So Common Players, numerous productions with her alma mater. The College of Saint Rose, and has spent the past few summers helping with BARC Youth Theatre Co. Katie would like to thank Adam, Bob, Joanne, and Mary for this opportunity. EMILY FULLER {Bambi Bmmet, Dance Captain) is veiy excited to be on stage again with SLOC in their production of Curtai7is\ Emily has been dancing since she was 7 years old. She graduated from SUNY New Paltz in 2016 with a BAin Psychology'and Theatre. Her past credits include: Little Shop of Horrors (Ronnette/Dance Captain), Heathers (Heather McNamara/ Co-Choreographer), and most recently at SLOC, Cabaret (Hclga/Dance Captain). She is beyond grateful for this opportunity and would like to thank the production team, cast, and crew for making this experience wonderful. Much love to her family and friends for their constant support. CASTSc CREW

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/j ■H... i, \ Tom Killips Photography kilIipsphoto@yahooxom Who's Who in the Cast & Crew Continued^ EMILY GALLINGER {Arlene Barruca) is thrilled to return to the SLOC stage in this production. She is a second-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, accomplished nerd and seasoned performer appearing most recently at SLOC in West Side Story as Anybodys and in Footloose as Urleen. Emily also recently studied at the New York Summer School of the Arts(NYSSSA). She would like to thank the cast and production stafffor welcoming her into the world of adult theater with such open arms and send a special shout out to Beth for her countless rides to and from rehearsal. MICHAEL GATZENDORFER {Lighting Designer) is truly honored to be a part of this amazing experience and is proud to share it with an outstanding cast and crew. Some of Michael's acting credits include the following: Assassins (Leon Czolgosz), A Christmas Carol (Jacob Marley), and You Can't Take it With You (Mr.DePinna), Michael's most recent directing credits are Hair (SLOC), Rocky Horror (SLOC), Young Frankenstein (SLOC), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels {^\jOQ.), (SLOC), d.nd Les Miserables (SLOC). Michael will be directing Oliver! this summer with the BARC Youth Theatre Company, located in Ballston Spa, which he founded in 2003. He hope's you enjoy this production of Curtains. JAKE GOLDSMITH {Ronnie Driscoll) is thrilled to be performing again at SLOC and to be a part of this wonderful cast. He was last seen at SLOC as Tommy Keeler in Annie Get Your Gun. Other roles that he has performed in include Prof. Harold Hill in The Music Man and Paul in . When not performing, he is teaching theatre to the youth of the capital district. GABRIEL HAGE {Bobby Pepper, Dance Captain) is very excited to be a part of SLOC's production of Curtains. This is Gabe's third production with SLOC. previously appearing as Herman in Cabaret and an Apostle in Jesus Christ Superstar. Gabe lives his professional life as the Compliance Specialist at his family's law and consulting firm; in his spare time, he is a competitive Ultimate Frisbee player and a martial artist. Gabe is grateful to SLOC for the opportunity to continue to do what he loves with wonderful people and is thankful to his friends and family for their love and support, BOB HEALEY {Sound Designer) is rapidly learning there will never be an end to 'In the Same Boat,' as he works on his second outing with Curtains. He was most recently heard mixing Christ Superstar. He is frequently helping in the lighting department, when he isn't busy playing the role of Technical Director. He hopes you enjoy the show and return iov Sister Act. WILLIAM HEATLEY {Randy Dexter) is humbled to return to the SLOC stage again this season in this production of Curtains! Recent credits include house managing and providing voice work for The Farndale Avenue Christmas Carol(The College of Saint Rose), Bobby in Cabaret (SLOC), and Leading Player mPippin at The College of Saint Rose. He would like to thank the production team for the opportunity,experience and guidance, and wishes good vibes for his fellow castmates, Thank-yous and love for Mum, Dad, James, friends, family, and Melly, who changed his life and makes him a better person every day. Peace and Love! Who's Who in the Cast & Crew Continued^. SARAH HELPER (Jan Seller) is thrilled to i)e making her SLOC debut. She has recently performed in MCPA's/l/Z)^ (Ensemble) as well as the RPI Players' productions dDrood (Deputy) and The Love of Three Oranges (Nicoletta). When not performing, Sarah works at a local architecture firm, helping to design K-12 schools. She would like to thank everyone in the cast and crew, her family, and her friends for all the love and support they give. GARY M. HOFFMANN (Sidyiey Bernsteivi) has been with SLOC since 1989, performing in 1776, FornW; Seussical, Ragtime, Hairspray, Young Frankenstein, Legally Blonde, and Cabaret. He has also served on SLOC's board and currently serves on the theater's facilities and education committees. Gary has performed with and directed for other area companies, including SOP, ACT and Not So Common Players. His favorite roles remain husband to his somebody wonderful, Melissa Putterman Hoffmann, and daddy to Nate & Jill. MELISSA PUTTERMAN HOFFMANN (Carmen Bernstein) is delighted to play the role of Carmen. She has played many roles on and off stage, but her 2 biggest gifts from SLOC are her husband (who is also playing her husband in this show) and her best friend. She met both at SLOC 29 and 38 years ago, respectively. Melissa has also been fortunate to work at LAGS, NSCP, SCP and HMT. By day Melissa is a social worker for the Berlin CSD, an active member of the B'nai Sholom Reform Congregation and most recently, a wine "Angel" that supports independent wine makers. Her proudest accomplishments remain wife to Gary and to Nate and Jill. CALEY ALYCE LACEY (ConnieSobbotin) is attending SCCC for theater, Skidmore College for dance, and is i)ursuing professional dance and theater as a career. She has been in 24 productions, with her most recent shows being of Rock (Mrs. Hathaway) with Consortium Actors, Footloose (Adult Ensemble) with SLOC, choreographing Pippin with the College of Saint Rose, and performing in the Pippin ensemble with Proctors' School of Performing Arts. Many thanks to friends, family, and everyone who worked so hard on this production, and God for His forever guidance. STEVE MAGGIO (Lieulenani Frank Cioffi) is electrified to be part of SLOC for the first time. Previous credits include: Boy/Peter in Peter and the Slarcatcher (Albany Civic Theater), Motel in Fiddler on the Roof (Not So Common Players), Harry Wotton in The Picture ofDorian Gray (Creative License), Stephen Bellamy in Farragut North (Curtain Call Theatre), and William Barfcc in The 25th Annual...Spelling Bee (Pushing the Limit). Thank you to everyone involved and enjoy the show! LAURA MARRA (Choreographer, DeeButiersnaps) is thrilled to be making her debut as a choreographer and returning to the stage for her 5"' SLOC show. Previous SLOC credits: The Producers (featured dancer), Scarlett Pimpernel, Anything Goes (Virtue), and (Gwendolyn). Other favorite roles include Dorothy \i\The WizardofOz(NSCP), Emily Arden in State Fair (NSCP), Hot Box Girl in Guys & Dolls (NSCP), Mary in It's a Wonderful Life (CTG), and Curtains x 2(HMT & Spotlight). Laura's all-time favorite is role is "Mommy" to daughters Kendall & Rylann. Laura works as a caseworker for Schenectady Co. CPS, a dance/ gymnastics teacher at Dance Force Studios and owner of Heavenly Sweets Specialty Cakes. Thank you, Adam & the entire cast & crew,for all their hard work, her family for their endless support and Dan for always encouraging her to continue doing what she loves.