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Titusville Playhouse, Inc. 301 Julia Street Titusville, FL 32796

Phone: 321-268-1125

Office Hours: Tues - Fri 10:00am - 3:00pm

www.TitusvillePlayhouse.com

Board of Directors President Katy Ball Vice President Marcia Gaedcke Treasurer Shannon Rubin Secretary Jim Ball Melissa Lugo, Karen MacDonald, Catherine Spencer, Frank Steele, Matt Werle

Advisory Members Brian Minyard, Kristy Mount, Patrick Sullivan

Theatre Staff Steven J. Heron – Executive Artistic Director Niko Stamos - Director of Education & Production Manager Page Howard – Office Manager & House Manager Colleen Byron - Office Assistant Luke Atkison - Lighting Designer Spencer Crosswell - Resident Musical Director Jonathan Willis - Prop Designer/Scenic Painter Jordyn Linkous - Costume Design & Coordination Eric Norton - Master Electrician & Technical Director Jacob Dowell - Master Electrician & Asst. Technical Director Joe Rose - Scenic Carpenter Noah Dalton - Technical Intern Tristann Jones - Resident Stage Manager Stewart Egebrecht - Facilities Manager James Howard - Facilities Kevin Nolan - Facilities

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A Note From The Executive Artistic Director

Welcome to the Titusville Playhouse And !

WOW!! 2020 has been a wild ride, hasn’t it? Even though I have had to take actions to change the rest of our 56th Season I know you will love every show. While you will see the cast without masks tonight I must ask you to wear your mask while here at the theatre. Do it for yourself, your neighbor and our community. I would also like to let you know that we have tested every cast member to make sure they are negative before we allowed them to remove their masks onstage. All precautions are being taken to keep everyone as safe as possible during this time. I hope you will join us as we continue to present Broadway quality entertainment here at the Titusville Playhouse!

ANNIE is an amazing show and means so much to me personally! It is actually the first Broadway show I ever heard, on LP, in my life. It started my path down the road of theatre. The Wall family, in our little town, went to NYC and saw ANNIE in 1977 and brought the album back home. I listened to it with them and loved the show, and then for Christmas that year they bought me a copy of the album. I played that record so many times. When I was seven I would sing the song Maybe at the top of my lungs and one afternoon when I was in my bedroom my Mother came in and told me to turn down the record player but she saw that it was me singing, over the record. That was the first time my Mother realized that I had any ounce of talent. The rest just seemed to fall into place. I have always LOVED this show and have never had the opportunity to direct or be in it. I am so happy to be able to bring this show, that has meant so much to me, to you and our theatre. It is a great show, full of hope and optimism. Exactly what we need today!

Thank you so much for your support and I will see you at A Tuna Christmas or for Ghost, The Musical in the New Year!

Steven J. Heron Executive Artistic Director [email protected]

This facility is equipped with a T Loop Hearing Assistance System in the orchestra. Please tune into the system or ask for a receiver at the Box Office. Season Sponsors

Parrish Medical Center

Allender & Allender Law Firm Brevard County Florida Department of State- Division of Cultural Affairs Edward Jones - Casey Crouch North Brevard Funeral Home Southern Tape & Label, Inc Sunshine Accounting Tami Leliuga-Shriver - Realtor Wayback Burgers Werle & Son, Inc. And our Producing Partners Vicki Hudson Karen & Charles MacDonald Catherine Spencer

Frank & Liz Steele

THANK YOU ALL!

Please call or email our office for information on how becoming a sponsor will benefit your business. Tuesday– Friday, 10am– 3pm, 321-268-1125 [email protected] Titusville Playhouse, Inc. Members

Producing Partners Platinum Vicki Hudson Diane Cicirelli Karen & Charles MacDonald Judy Housel Catherine Spencer Shirley Hundley Frank & Liz Steele Steven Oliver In Memory of Hilda Oliver Sandra Osman Patron Saint Debbie Shuler Jim & Katy Ball Johnna & Bob Dillow Gold Bob & Nita Kison Jerry & Judy Allender Jay & Karen Schlesinger Jimmy & Barbara Altman Debra Williamson Suza Goltz John & Linda Hare Angel Steven Heron & Stewart Egebrecht Pat & Ken Barnes Carol & Jacob Lechtner Dr. Gina Beckles Tami Leliuga-Shriver Scott & Nancy Bray Tom & Carol Lempicke Dave & Darlene Borinski Michael & Kristen Lutter Kevin & Sandy Burns Steven & Michelle Perlman Mike & Candy Caruso James & Joan Seaman Buck & Susan Crenchaw Sharon & Marjorie Stump DeRoche Family Duane & Nancy Torneden Karen & Mike Doyle Matt Werle Bridget & Steve Griffin Steve, Joy & Evan Huff Silver Walt & Theresa Johnson Sandy Chamberlain Dick & Carol Loehr Ulla Crofton Jaime & Melissa Lugo Bill & Gloria Doerr Kathy Maurice In Memory of Eugene Maurice Marilyn S. Eldredge Tom & Net Mazza Kathryn Fox Dolores & Warren Munroe Mel Fringer Greg & Debbie Pelham Marcia Gaedcke Bob & Janice Pound Jim & Diane Glover Joseph & Shannon Rubin Greig Family Schmalz Family Gary & Barbara Gullikson Dr. & Mrs. Lee Sheldon San D. Hasselman Bill & Rachel Terry Barbara D. Iwanicki Deanna Jacobs Diamond Robert Markwith Ray Hale Peter & Anne Marie Martino Kevin, Carissa & Jacie McCaughin Jane McGough

Arlan Ropp Jo Lynn Nelson Bob & Alice Payette Emerald Julia Simonello In Memory of Al Gallin Drs. Barbara & Donald Henry Arnold Smith Debbie Land Jim & Sharen Talbert

Bill & Lee Tootill Claudia Thomas

Lucretia (Dede) Veit

Connie Washam

Thank You To Our Amazing Supporters

Join Us for Our 56th Season

Season Tickets Are Available by calling 321.268.1125 Or by visiting www.TitusvillePlayhouse.com PRODUCTION CREW Executive Artistic Director…………….………………………...….Steven J. Heron Director…………………..…...…………………....Steven J. Heron & Niko Stamos Production Manager………………………………………………...…..Niko Stamos Choreographer………………………………………………………..Jordyn Linkous Music Director…………….………...….…………………………Spencer Crosswell Scenic Design...………..………….………………….Luke Atkison & Niko Stamos Costume & Wig Design……………………………………………....Jordyn Linkous Lighting Design……………….....……..………………………………..Luke Atkison Projection Design………………………………………………………..Luke Atkison Sound Design………………………………...……………..……Spencer Crosswell Prop Design……………………….……….……………………….…Jonathan Willis Technical Director………………………………………………...……….Eric Norton Stage Manager…………………………………………….………….Tristann Jones Set Construction…….………Noah Dalton, Jacob Dowell, Eric Norton, Joe Rose Scenic Painting………………………………….…………………….Jonathan Willis Master Electrician………………………..Noah Dalton, Jacob Dowell, Eric Norton Light Board Operator.……….…...…………………...……………..……Eric Norton Sound Board Engineer……………………………………………….....Noah Dalton Backstage Technician………….………………….Tristann Jones, Kyle McDonald Spotlight Operators...... Leah Edmondson-Wood, Anna Huffman, …………………………………………………...……...Joey Leavitt, Hailey Osborn There will be one fifteen minute intermission.

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Due to copyright laws there can be NO photography or video allowed. Cast Biographies LUKE ATKISON (Rooster) is originally from Kansas City, Missouri and received his Bachelors of Fine Arts in Theatre at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, TX. Recent Credits: Bright Star (Daryl Ames/Max), (Bobby), La Cage Aux Folles (Hanna/Choreography), (Benny Southstreet), Something Rotten (Choreography), Matilda (Choreography), Head Over Heels (Choreography), Thoroughly Modern Millie (Choreography), and (Choreography). Instagram: @lukeatkison

ANNA OLIVIA BANKS (Miss Hannigan) is delighted to be returning to the Titusville Playhouse stage. She was last seen in Beehive the 60s musical. She is a graduate from the University of Central Florida with her Bachelors in Arts for Theatre Studies and Music(2019). Some credits include Pickles in the Great American Trailer Park Musical, Tracy Turnblad in and Margaret Brennan in the Marriage of Bette and Boo. She would like to thank Niko, Steven Jordyn, and Spencer for being such a killer team for this production. She would also like to thank her boyfriend Jonathan Montes and daughter Ellie for their love and support. Enjoy the show and Happy Holidays to all!

SARAH BIGGS (Grace Farrell) is excited to be back at TPI for Christmas this year! She would like to thank Steven, Niko, Spencer and Jordyn for this opportunity. And the entire staff & tech crew at TPI for their hard work. Special thanks to Joey for the rides, love and support. Enjoy the show!

STEVE CASSIDY (Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Dog Catcher, Sound Effects Man) is honored to be included with this very talented cast. This is his second production here at TPI following his performance as Underling/Noel Fitzpatrick in . Other show credits include , , OKLAHOMA, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, ANNIE (FDR) and TWELVE ANGRY MEN (Juror #2). By day Steve is a Finance Manager for Vencore on the Engineering Services Contract at KSC. Thanks to Steven, Niko, Spencer, Jordyn and the entire cast for their encouragement, trust and patience. Kudos to the rest of the production team for all of their hard work. All my love to my family and especially my dear wife and eternal companion, Cathy, for her love, support and helping me stay involved in community theater.

ALONDRA COLUMBIE (Isabella, Pepper, Duffy, Tessie & July) is very excited to be in this play and very thankful to be given this opportunity. Alondra is 13, in 8th grade and loves to sing, dance, play violin, gymnastics and cheer. She has always loved to act and really enjoys doing makeup and hair or anything related to the arts. Alondra loves to spend time with her and family.

BELLA CRUZ (Molly) is 8 years old and attends Sculptor Charter School. This is Bella’s second Mainstage show here at TPI. She has also participated in the Rising Stars Program for 4 years and performed in 8 shows. Along with being involved at the playhouse, Bella also dances at Sarah’s School of Dance where she trains in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop and gymnastics. Bella would like to thank her Mom, and Dad for all of their love and support. She would also like to thank Mr. Steven, Mr. Niko, Mr. Spencer, and Mr. Jordyn for this fun opportunity.

MIKE DEROCHE (Jimmy Johnson, Ickes) was previously seen as Bert in It's a Wonderful Life at the Henegar and Ensemble in at TPI. Mike's very thankful for the opportunity to share the stage with this cast of amazing actors. Thanks to Steven, Niko, Spencer and Jordyn for their time and effort and a special thanks to Alyssa for being a great dance coach. Enjoy this wonderful story!

OLIVIA DEROCHE (Tessie) is 11 and in the sixth grade. Previous roles include Janie Bailey in It's Wonderful Life (Hengar) Junie B Jones in Junie B Jones the Musical, Alice in Matilda the Musical (Titusville Playhouse), Sven in Frozen Junior and Oompa Loompa / Squirrel in Willy Wonka, both at the Henegar Center for the Arts. Thanks to Steven, Spencer, Niko, Jordyn and my family for all their Love and Support.

ERIC DESNOYERS (Bert Healy, Bundles, Howe) TPI debut! Originally from Rhode Island but now calls Central Florida home. Previous roles include How to Succeed in Business... (Bratt) Seussical (Horton) Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour) and the director of with Osceola Arts. Eric also Directed A Christmas Story The Musical and appeared in the ensemble of IF/THEN with Theater West End. Billy Elliot (Mr Braithwaite) and 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee(Leaf Coneybear) at the Garden Theater. “Smile, darn ya, smile!”

JACK EVANS (Drake, Eddie) is excited to be performing with TPI for the second time. He was last seen in Brevard County as Lord Clapham in Something Rotten! and last fall as Lancelot in Vero Beach Theatre Guild’s production of Camelot. He is a recent graduate of Villanova University, where he majored in Mechanical Engineering and spent most of his free time performing in and working on undergraduate shows. Some of his favorite past credits include Black Stache in Peter and the Starcatcher, Jack in , and Lt. Frank Cioffi in Curtains. He would like to thank the entire cast and production team for all their work to safely bring a little live theater back during a pandemic, and to thank you too of course for coming to see us! Enjoy the show! AMELIA HARROP (Annie) is very excited to be in her third mainstage production! She was recently seen as Matilda in Matilda the Musical here at the Titusville Playhouse and as Zuzu Bailey in It's a Wonderful Life at the Henegar Center. Thank you to Steven, Niko, Jordyn, and Spencer and the whole cast of Annie. She would also like to thank her music teacher and friend, Mimi, as well as her family and friends for their continued support. Enjoy the show!

EMMA “KITTY” HOWARD (Connie Boylan, Annette) is so excited to be back on the stage for the first time since March! She is currently a Senior in Astronaut High School’s Academy of Fine Arts and the president of her school’s drama club. She was most recently seen as a tap dancing egg in Something Rotten here at TPI! Kitty would like to thank Steven, Niko, Spencer, Jordyn, and Tristan for being patient with her and helping her catch up! Enjoy the show!!

RYANNE ITANI (Annie) is 11-years-old and a 6th grader from Titusville, Florida, who loves music, writing, art, math, Disney, and Harry Potter. In addition to singing and acting, Ryanne also plays the piano and bass guitar. Ryanne is thrilled to be appearing in her 3rd Main Stage production at the Titusville Playhouse, where she made her stage debut at age 5 as part of The Rising Stars program. She would like to thank Steven, Niko, Spencer, Jordyn, Tristann, and the amazing cast and crew for making this such a wonderful experience. She would also like to thank her parents and brother, Samir, for their constant love and support and Ms. Lena for always believing in her and pushing her to greater heights.

MOLLY JARVIS (Asst. Dog Catcher, Mrs. Greer, Bonnie Boylan, Hull, Sophie) is delighted to be a part of the cast of Annie at Titusville Playhouse. Molly's favorite credits include Into the Woods (Rapunzel/ Cinderella’s Mother), (Kate Mullins), I Love A Piano (Eileen), The Fantasticks (Luisa), (Nellie) and Secret Garden (Lilly). Molly has a degree in Vocal Performance from William Carey University and works as a worship leader and music teacher when she is not on stage. Many thanks to the creative team for this opportunity, her family for their support, and God for her talents.

CHLOE KENNEDY (July) is honored to join the extraordinary cast of Annie. Her performances include Matilda in the TPI production of Matilda, Nala inThe Lion King Jr., and Anna in Frozen Jr. “Bet Your Bottom Dollar” that she would like to thank Steven Heron and the dedicated TPI staff for going above and beyond to bring the theater back and making Annie happen. Also, a big thank you to Rhonda Cato and Heather Charles for sharing their for musical theater and for continuously encouraging their students to grow. Enjoy the show!

AVA MAHONY (Pepper) is excited to make her Titusville Playhouse debut with the talented and amazing production team of Annie! Ava has been performing at Magic Curtain Productions since she was 4 years old. Her previous lead roles include Moana, Cinderella, the Queen of Hearts, and Dorothy. Ava was cast at Jasmine in her school's spring musical of Aladdin, Jr. and also played Ariel in Little Mermaid, Jr. at the NPAF. Ava also earned superior ratings at the Florida Jr. Thespians competition. Ava would like to thank her family and friends for their support and also her acting and singing mentors, Rhonda Cato, Heather Charles, Curtis Gulledge and Krista Traver.

SARAH MCKINNEY (Star-to-Be, Ronnie Boylan, Cecille) is thrilled to be back on the TPI stage after last being seen in Mamma Mia! Her most notable credits include: Sandy (), Judy Turner (A Chorus Line), Ariel Moore (Footloose), Maggie Winslow (A Chorus Line), Patty Simcox (Grease), Jenny Lind (Barnum), Chris (Carrie), and Dorothy (The Wizard of Oz). She would like to thank Steven, Niko, Jordyn, Spencer, Tristann, and the whole TPI staff and Annie cast for everything they’ve done to bring this show to life. Sarah would also like to give a special thanks to her family for their constant support, and another to Luke for literally everything. You can follow Sarah on Instagram: @sarahbeth.mckinney.

SKYLA PIERCE (Kate) is an 8-year-old in 4th grade from Titusville, Florida who loves all types of performance. Along with acting and singing, she also enjoys dancing, gymnastics, and creating artwork. Skyla is delighted to be performing in her first main stage theater production at the Titusville Playhouse. She has worked previously with this playhouse in the Rising Stars program. She would like to thank her mentors at Titusville Playhouse for a fantastic opportunity and guidance, and the cast and crew for an amazing experience. She also thanks her family for always supporting her with all of her ventures.

MARLEY RICCI (Mia, Understudy Molly & Kate) is 11 years old and in Fifth grade. This is Marley’s first Mainstage show here at TPI. She has also participated in the Rising Stars Program. Along with being involved at the playhouse, Marley enjoys taking classes at Kalon Dance and Piano lessons with Mrs. Christa. She would like to thank her family for all of their love and support. Marley is greatfull for this opportunity and appreciates Mr. Steven, Mr. Niko, Mr. Spencer, and Mr. Jordyn.

www.titusvilleplayhouse.com CARRIE ROBERTS (Mrs. Pugh, Perkins) is thrilled to be a part of her first show at the Titusville Playhouse. She was recently seen as Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast and in the Ensemble of It’s A Wonderful Life at the Henegar Center. Carrie is a U.S. Air Force veteran who has more than 30 years of experience singing on stage. The folks at the Playhouse have given her the opportunity to live her lifelong dream of being a performer in . During the day, Carrie enjoys representing a Fortune 500 company as an independent Insurance Agent. She is grateful to her friends and family for their love and support. She would also like to thank all those involved with, Annie for contributing to Carrie’s goal of living her best life.

JOE ROSE (Lt. Ward, Morganthau, Judge Brandeis) There is no better time than now for the uplifting story of Annie. I couldn't be happier to be apart of the cast and crew as Titusville Playhouse continues its exceptional shows. Thank you for spending some time with us this year. Have a happy holidays.

BRET SANDERS (Lily St. Regis) is originally from Arkansas and holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Ouachita Baptist University. Her favorite credits include Bright Star (Lucy Grant), Guys and Dolls (Sarah Brown), Shrek the Musical (Teen Fiona), and A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Hermia). She has previously performed at Universal Studios and SeaWorld. She would like to thank her family and friends for their endless support and Steven, Spencer, Niko, and Jordyn for giving her this opportunity to play such a fun role and giving her the freedom to play around with so many accents. Enjoy the show!

LILY STEVENSON (Duffy) is so excited to be a part of another TPI production! She is twelve years old and is in the seventh grade. Previous roles include, Hortensia in Matilda at TPI, the Zebra in Madagascar Jr and Kate in a previous production of Annie. She also enjoys performing for charity with Music for Melons. She would like to thank her family, friends, the cast of Annie, her teachers, Ms. Jacobacci and Mr. Cohen. A special thanks to Steven, Niko, Jordyn and the rest of the TPI family. She can’t wait for you to see the show. Remember, “ You’re never fully dressed without a smile!”

www.titusvilleplayhouse.com PATRICK RYAN SULLIVAN (Daddy Warbucks) loves every opportunity to come back to the community that molded him as an individual. TPI is the first stage he performed on doing a show called Under The Lamp Light.Since, he has performed in 46 states, China, , Edinburgh, Barcelona, and .He was fortunate enough to perform on Broadway as Julian Marsh in 42ndSTREET, Gaston in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and various roles in TITANIC. In Titusville he has played DON QUIXOTE in , JAVERT in LES MIZ, HAROLD in MUSIC MAN, and TUNA CHRISTMAS with Steven, Sky in Guys and Dolls and Senex in Forum both with his dad and several other TPI favorites. Other Career Highlights include: Sweeney in , LockStock in , Higgins in both My Fair Lady and Pygmalion, Arthur in Camelot, Flynn in Doubt, Toomey in Biloxi Blues, Antony in Antony and Cleopatra, Billy in Carousel, Mack in , Mikado in Mikado, Pirate King in Pirates of Penance, Beau in and , Victor in Empty Plate, Dad in Burnt Part Boys, Oberon in Mid-Summer Nights Dream, Victor in Private Lives, Tito in Lend Me a Tenor and Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird. www.PatrickRyanSullivan.org

POPPY (Sandy) is excited to be making her acting debut in ANNIE! She would like to send much love and thanks to her parents Shannon & Joey Rubin, and to her sisters Annie, Clove & Vanilla for their support! Poppy says, “WOOF, Pant, Pant, WOOF” Enjoy the show!

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