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West Side Story The United States Air Force Academy Bluebards Theatre Troupe Credits Proudly Presents Officer in Charge Lt Col Michelle Ruehl Master Carpenter Jandy Viloria Audio Technician Stan Sakamoto WEST Stage Crew RATTEX Dramaturg Dr. Marc Napolitano SIDE Support Team Flute/piccolo Erica Drakes STORY Bassoon Micaela Cuneo Based on a Conception of Trombone Sam Voss JEROME ROBBINS Violin Jared Helm French Horn Claire Badger Trumpet Josiah Savoie Trombone Braxton Sesler Percussion Matt Fleckenstein Musicians Piano Megan Getlinger Music by Lyrics by Trumpet Sean Castillo Clarinet Rose Bruns Trumpet Tom McCurdy Violin Kat Kowar Violin Matt Meno Entire Original Production Violin Nishanth Kalavakolanu Book by Directed and Choreographed by Bluebards offers its thanks to DFENG, RATTEX, and the Falcon Theater Founda- tion; without their support, this production would not have been possible. The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production12 is strictly prohibited. 1 Who’s Who in the Cast and Crew “WEST SIDE STORY” not sing or dance, he decided to try out for the spring musical! After Based on a Conception of JEROME ROBBINS taking a year off to search the moon for the secret to great singing and dancing, Kevin has returned to Bluebards (unfortunately, people on the moon dance differently than the people of Earth). He is an avid reader who enjoys nerding-out with fellow nerds about the nerdiest subjects. Book by ARTHUR LAURENTS Kevin would like to thank the cast/crew, with a special nod to Lt Col Music by LEONARD BERNSTEIN Ruehl for ensuring USAFA’s drama nerds have a home in Bluebards. Lyrics by STEPHEN SONDHEIM Calista Torbenson (Graziella) is very excited to make her Bluebards debut in West Side Story. She participated in her high school's produc- Entire Original Production tion of Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and sang in high school and church choir. Calista is also a part of the USAFA Rugby Team. She Directed and Choreographed would like to thank her friends and family for always supporting her. by JEROME ROBBINS Jelani Washington (Pepe) is a fourth class cadet from Illinois who is ecstatic to be making his Bluebards debut in West Side Story. His pre- Originally produced on Broadway by Robert E. Griffith vious theatre credits include roles in school productions of Willy Wonka and Harold S. Prince Jr. (Willy Wonka) and Shrek (Shrek’s Father). Jelani would like to By Arrangement with Roger L. Stevens thank his family, his squadron, and the entire cast. WEST SIDE STORY is presented through special arrangement with *** Katie Kohler (Director) is a second class cadet and a Humanities ma- Music Theatre International (MTI). All Authorized performance jor. She has been involved in theater consistently since early grade materials are also supplied by MTI school and is excited to be directing her first musical. Katie has been a www.MTIShows.com part of Bluebards since her four-degree year and has been on the Bluebards board since last year. She is also involved with Steel Script, WEST SIDE STORY is rated PG-13 by MTI the spoken word poetry performance club. A Note from the Director Director Katie Kohler West Side Story created an immediate sensation when it debut- ed on Broadway in 1957; never before had a musical addressed contem- Asst. Director Julia Rochester porary social issues — including gang violence, juvenile delinquency, and racial prejudice — with such visceral emotional honesty. Though Vocal Coach Briana Chavez much has changed since that time, political divisiveness, generational Conductor Drew Fressel conflict, and racial intolerance remain harmful forces. Thus, West Side Story, so highly regarded for its catchy songs, its stunning dances, its Choreographers Laura Na, Ross Prado striking themes, and its stylized yet truthful depiction of love and hate, continues to be relevant to audiences today. Bigotry is the poison that Dream Ballet Choreography Sarah Pattillo turns the Jets and Sharks against each other, and tragically, it is only Act I, Scene 4 Staging Alexander Betka, after brought to an end through death; we can preempt these destructive Jerome Robbins consequences in our society, our nation, and our world by working to recognize, address, and overcome prejudice. Creative Team Set Designer Jandy Viloria Thank you for encouraging the cadets in Bluebards. Without Stage Manager Matt Cuoco your support, this organization would not exist. Please enjoy the show. 2 11 Who’s Who in the Cast and Crew The West Side of Manhattan; 1957 Grace Robinson (Francisca) is a four-degree from Oklahoma who has made theater a major part of her life. Having taken part in many pro- Act One ductions in high school, including Shrek and Cats, she is ecstatic to be Scene 1, The Street a part of West Side Story. She appreciates the opportunity to perform Prologue……………………………………………………………………….Jets, Sharks in a topical play that stresses the negative effects of cultural conflict. “Jet Song”…………………………………………………………………………Riff, Jets Grace is a part of the Debate Team and the Cadet Gospel Choir. In her free time, she enjoys writing music, poetry, and playing basketball. Scene 2, Behind the Drugstore “Something’s Coming”………….……………………………….……………….Tony Julia Rochester (Asst. Director) is a freshman who is excited and grateful to take part in her second Bluebards production. Last fall, she Scene 3, The Bridal Shop played Anne in All My Sons, and she is delighted to take on the role of assistant director in this production. Julia is also a Girls Volleyball Scene 4, The Gym manager and a member of the SPIRE group Navigators. She would like Dance at the Gym……………………Jets, Sharks, Jet Girls, Shark Girls to thank her family, the cast, and the production team. “Maria”………………………………………………………………………………………Tony Brooke Schumacher (Pauline) was raised in Georgia, after which she Scene 5, An Alley lived in Saudi Arabia for six years. She has been participating in thea- “Tonight”………………………………………………………………………Maria, Tony tre since she was four and she is excited to continue performing with “America”…………………………………………….Anita, Rosalia, Shark Girls Bluebards; previous school/community theatre productions include The Crucible (Mary Warren) and Aladdin (Genie). She has also been cast in Scene 6, The Drugstore professional productions in New York (Stagedoor Manor) and in Atlanta “Cool”……………………………………………………………….Riff, Jets, Jet Girls (Legacy Theatre). Brooke is a member of the USAFA Judo Team and enjoys rock climbing, filmmaking, and playing the ukulele. Scene 7, The Bridal Shop “One Hand, One Heart”………………………………………………Maria, Tony Preston Semenuk (Baby John) is a four-degree from Texas who is thrilled to be making his Bluebards debut in West Side Story. Previous Scene 8, The Neighborhood theatre roles include Oliver Twist in Oliver!, Jay in Lost in Yonkers, “Tonight” (Quintet)………………Tony, Maria, Anita, Riff, Bernardo and Fiona’s father in Shrek. Preston is a member of the USAFA Ski Club; he also enjoys working out and playing French Horn in the Acade- Scene 9, Under the Highway my Orchestra. Preston offers his most sincere thanks to his family and The Rumble………………………………………………………………….Jets, Sharks his most joyful congratulations to the cast and crew. Act Two Alyssa Tamburo (Dancer) is excited to participate in her first Scene 1, The Bedroom Bluebards show. She has had training in gymnastics, cheer, and dance “I Feel Pretty”…………………………………………………..Maria, Shark Girls (ballet, jazz, hip hop, and contemporary), and has also participated in Dream Ballet/“Somewhere”…………………………………Dancers, Soloist theater since a young age. She has performed in school productions of It’s A Wonderful Life (Ma Bailey), The Library (Detective Washburn), Scene 2, An Alley and Peter Pan (Tinkerbell). Alyssa is also a cheerleader here at USAFA “Gee, Officer Krupke”…………………………………………………Action, Jets and is a proud member of BSU. Alyssa would like to thank her family, her roommates, the choreographers, and the entire production team. Scene 3, The Bedroom “A Boy Like That”/“I Have a Love”……………………………Anita, Maria Kevin Tierney (Doc, Glad Hand) is a senior who tends to do the most random things possible, such as joining Bluebards. As a sophomore, he Scenes 4 & 5, The Drugstore walked into a meeting about the club and, upon realizing that he could Scene 6, The Street 10 3 Cast of Characters Who’s Who in the Cast and Crew Tony Ben Paulk pale modeling are but a few of his hobbies. Ben would like to thank his family and Brickleigh for supporting his acting journey, which has set Maria Alyssa Garmon the stage for his upcoming graduation and transition to pilot training. Thuytien “Twee” Pham (Dancer) is a fun-loving C4C who enjoys spending her days dancing her heart out, especially as a Shark. Ever THE JETS THE SHARKS since she was little, Twee has loved expressing herself creatively Riff Rob Rauff Bernardo Ross Prado through dance, and she has always wanted to participate in musical theater. Joining Bluebards has given her the chance to broaden her Action Todd Campo Chino Jordan Garivay horizons and delve deeper into her theatrical interests. She thanks all Diesel Jimmy Cummings Pepe Jelani Washington of her PHAMily, friends, and the USAFA Fencing Team for supporting her throughout her journey and reminding her to just keep swimming. Baby John Preston Semenuk Indio Derrick Dye A-Rab Lawson Barrett Juano Patrick Newman Mikaela Pollock (Minnie) is a junior from Florida who is very excited Big Deal Chuck Davis Luis Marcos Ferreira to make her theatre debut in Bluebards’ production of West Side Sto- ry. Beyond Bluebards, Mikaela enjoys taking long hikes through the woods, napping, and singing. She sends out a special “thank you” to her friends who pushed her to try something new, to her family for their unending support, and to the whole West Side Story cast. Ross Prado (Bernardo, Choreographer) is excited to perform in his JET GIRLS SHARK GIRLS fifth and final show with Bluebards.
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