SANTA CLARITA REGIONAL THEATRE
Disney and"#$%&'()$*!$+ Cameron Mackintosh’s
MARY POPPINS ! A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers And the Walt Disney Film
Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman Book by Julian Fellowes New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh
Co-Directed by Patti Finley & Lydia A. Saxton Artistic Director ...... TimBen Boydston Producer ...... Canyon Theatre Guild Assistant Director ...... Keri Pierson Vocal Director ...... Lydia A. Saxton Conductor ...... Patricia Graham Choreographer ...... Joanne Gervais Ainsworth Assistant Choreographer ...... Natalie Chadbourne Stage Manager ...... Brent Denison Set Designers/ Set Decorators ...... John Alexopoulos & Doug Holiday Props ...... Pat Robinson Lighting Designer ...... Alex Britton Sound Designer/ Engineer ...... Steven “Nanook” Burkholder Costume Designers ...... Jean Paletz & Jordan Cabrera Makeup ...... Madi Summers
Presented by special arrangement with Music Theatre International * 421 West 54th St, New York, NY 10019 Presented in part by
Canyon Theatre Guild Reservations: (661) 799-2702 ! Original London and Broadway Production Credits: Produced by Cameron Mackintosh and Thomas Schumacher
Co-Choreographer Lighting Design Stephen Mear Howard Harrison
Scenic and Costume Design Bob Crowley
Co-Direction and Choreography Matthew Bourne
Directed by Richard Eyre
THE CAST OF MARY POPPINS (in order of appearance)
BERT ...... Craig Sherman GEORGE BANKS ...... Tim McCarter WINIFRED BANKS ...... Amanda Greig JANE BANKS ...... Lydia Botello/ Colleen Rhatigan MICHAEL BANKS ...... Zachary Andrews/ Jack Terbush KATIE NANNA ...... Laurie Morgan POLICEMAN ...... Robert McCloy MISS LARK ...... Lore Davis McCluskey ADMIRAL BOOM ...... Michael Smith MRS. BRILL ...... Kate Landro ROBERTSON AY ...... Blake Yanez MARY POPPINS ...... Jill Kocalis-Scott PARK KEEPER ...... Tim Cervenka NELEUS ...... Nolan Dunnahoo QUEEN VICTORIA ...... Laurie Morgan BANK CHAIRMAN ...... John Fortman MISS SMYTHE...... Laurie Morgan VON HUSSLER...... Jeremy Nelson MR. NORTHBROOK ...... Kent Dean BIRD WOMAN ...... Kate Nelson MRS. CORRY ...... Elizabeth Cook FANNIE ...... Debra Desiree Danley ANNIE ...... Vicki Lightner VALENTINE ...... Savannah Haerle-Crow TEDDY BEAR ...... Jordan Haddad DOLL ...... Gabriella Roberts MISS ANDREW ...... Virginia Stewart ENSEMBLE Taylor Bass, Thomas Carbone, Tim Cervenka, Debra Desiree Danley, Jacey Dean, Nolan Dunnahoo, Isabella Engle, John Fortman, Draytin Freude, Jordan Haddad, Savannah Haerle-Crow, Grace Kurowski, Vicki Lightner, Jack Matson, Robert McCloy, Lore Davis McCluskey, Kathryn Metcalf, Laurie Morgan, Jean Paletz, Gabriella Roberts, Jim Robinson, Eric Schultz, Sarah Scialli, Violet Sciole, Marianne Shean, Michael Smith, Noemi Vaca, Kate Wisdom YOUTH ENSEMBLE Olivia Afetian, Zachary Andrews, Samantha Bailey, Lydia Botello, Brooke Hougo, Ellie Pearlman, Colleen Rhatigan, Andrew Shean, Emmerson Shean, Isabella Shean, Owen Shean, Christopher Sherwood, Jack Terbush DANCE CAPTAINS Debra Desiree Danley, Vicki Lightner SWINGS Isabella Engle, Kathryn Metcalf, Violet Sciole
Statues, bank clerks, customers, toys, chimney sweeps, lamp lighters, and inhabitants of Cherry Tree Lane played by members of the company.
THE ORCHESTRA Patricia Graham – Conductor Keyboard I – Michael Ragonese Bass – John Hester Keyboard II – Alex Nizzoli Trombone I – Michael McCully Reed I – Jeff Kaser Trumpet I – Stan Hernacki Reed II – Julie Calvo Bowman Horn I – Richard Fischer Reed III – Darrin Smith Percussion – Tyler Smith
Special Thanks to:
Tom Brown, Director of Fine Arts, Trinity Classical Academy – Thank you for your help as our rehearsal pianist.
Legacy Christian Academy – Thank you for allowing us to use your MPR for rehearsal space.
And a HUGE thank you to Gervais School of Performing Arts – for sharing their studio with us for choreography rehearsals!
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>55!(<5!1$T!$++)'5!+$#!+&//!%5(.)/6Z! Introducing the Cast of MARY POPPINS (listed in alphabetical order)
Olivia Afetian (YOUTH ENSEMBLE) is 9-years-old and very excited to be a part of this amazing show! This is her first performance with SCRT. Last year she appeared as “Pammy” in CTG’s Clarissa’s Closet and couldn’t wait for the next play. “I’d like to thank Lydia, Joanne, Patti, and TimBen for this fabulous opportunity!”
Zachary Andrews (MICHAEL BANKS/ YOUTH ENSEMBLE) is so excited to be performing in his first play with SCRT. He is humbled to have worked with not only some of the most talented, but the nicest and most helpful people he’s ever met. Zach would like to thank his co-directors for the chance to have this amazing opportunity and giving him such a memorable experience. Zach is ten years old and will be entering the fifth grade in just a few weeks. In his free time he can be found hanging out with friends, playing computer games or at Angels Stadium cheering on his favorite team. Go Angels!
Samantha Bailey (YOUTH ENSEMBLE) was bitten by the acting bug when she was 4. Since then, she has been in commercials, TV shows, movies, and theatre productions. Samantha is thrilled to be in this production of Mary Poppins! “Shoot for the moon and if you miss you will still land in the stars!”
Taylor Bass (ENSEMBLE/ CHIMNEY SWEEP) A former Irish Dancer, Taylor excited to be in her first production with SCRT. She recently took part in CTG’s production of West Side Story (Velma) and CSUN’s Teenage Drama Workshop’s production of Cirque Des Pirates (Lead Pirate Dancer). Taylor thanks everyone involved in making this production come to life.
Lydia Botello (JANE BANKS/ YOUTH ENSEMBLE) is so thrilled to be playing the part of Jane Banks. She has done many shows at CTG. Some of her favorites have been Helen Keller in the Miracle Worker and Jojo in Suessical. Another favorite was a professional performance of Les Misérables, where she played Young Cosette. She is a student at Placerita Jr. High and enjoys singing, acting, soccer, animals and playing with her three nieces. Much thanks to God, her family and her friends for their love and support, and to TimBen, Patti, Joanne, Natalie, Lydia, and Keri. Keep Smiling! Thomas Carbone (ENSEMBLE/ MESSENGER/ BANK CLERK) is really excited to be performing in Mary Poppins. He has performed in ensemble for various other musicals such as Bye, Bye Birdie and Thoroughly Modern Millie. Thomas would like to thank his family for their never-ending love and support. "Enjoy the show."
Tim Cervenka (PARK KEEPER/ BANKER/ ENSEMBLE) is thrilled to be returning to the COC stage having performed with SCRT in The Music Man, Les Misérables and Shrek: The Musical, as well as COC's own Urinetown and RENT productions. He thanks Natasha and his family for their love and support, especially his sister Christina for inspiring him.
Elizabeth Cook (MRS. CORRY) is delighted to be a part of this production of Marry Poppins! This will be her second professional show after graduating from New York University’s Tisch School of Performing Arts and UCLA. Other shows that she has performed in include: Nunsense (Sister Hubert), Gypsy (Electra), Cabaret (Fritzy), The Who’s Tommy (Cousin Kevin), Oklahoma! (Laurey), and Aida (Aida). She would like to thank her amazing husband for his continued encouragement and support. A special shout out goes to this truly SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS cast on inviting her into the CTG family.
Debra Desiree Danley (ENSEMBLE/ DANCE CAPTAIN) is thrilled to be back on stage performing. When not at the theatre, she is taping away at the Gervais School of Performing Arts. Debra teaches private piano and flute lessons at Green Room Music Studio. Debra would like to thank her family and friends for their support.
Jacey Dean (ENSEMBLE) is a classically trained vocalist with over 10,000 views on YouTube. Also trained in the Meisner acting technique at the Joanne Baron/Brown studio, her most recent film role was a CIA agent for the feature film promo A Son From The North. See www.jaceydean.com for more info. “Thanks, Lydia!”
Kent Dean (NORTHBROOK) is excited to be a part of this production of Mary Poppins. Thank you to Patti, Lydia, and Keri for this opportunity.
Nolan Dunnahoo (NELEUS/ ENSEMBLE) is very excited to perform in Mary Poppins. This is his 11th show and his 5th on the PAC stage. He has most recently been seen in Legally Blonde, the Musical through the COC theatre department. Favorites include Shrek, the Musical (Peter Pan) and Singing in the Rain (Young Don).
Isabella Engle (SWING/ ENSEMBLE) is a dancer at the Gervais School of Performing Arts. She is pursuing to be a dance major and will be applying to schools in the fall. This is her first show with the SCRT, and would like to thank everyone involved for a great experience!
John Fortman (BANK CHAIRMAN/ ENSEMBLE) previous SCRT Productions include Annie, The Music Man, and Les Misérables. He has also appeared at the CTG in Who Was That Lady I Saw You With?, Tom Sawyer, Hairspray and Once Upon a Mattress. John is making his directorial debut with the CTG’s upcoming production of Winnie the Pooh. “My undying love and gratitude to my long-suffering theatre widow, Nette.”
Draytin Freude (ENSEMBLE/ BANK CLERK/ CHIMNEY SWEEP) Is excited to be in his first production of Mary Poppins! He recent shows include West Side Story, The Little Mermaid, and Ever After. He has also preformed with his show choir at Disneyland! He would like to thank Art for helping him grow his voice and all the directors!
Amanda Greig (WINIFRED BANKS) is delighted to be a part of the Mary Poppins cast as Winifred Banks in her debut with SCRT! This is Amanda’s second time performing the role, and she could not be more thrilled to be a part of such a talented cast. Amanda attended Montana State University where she received her degree in Music: Vocal Performance. Her favorite roles to date are Winifred (Mary
Poppins), Fantine (Les Misérables) and Edith (Pirates of Penzance). Amanda has been seen in film festivals around the country including the International Television Festival in Hollywood where she was nominated for "Best Actress in a Comedy", and at the Skins Festival in Downtown Los Angeles this past November. She wants to thank her husband, Michael, for being so supportive. Michael is the winner of the National Best Husband Award for three and a half years running-- he's only person she wants to take this crazy ride with! Enjoy the show! www.amandagreig.com Jordan Haddad (TEDDY BEAR/ ENSEMBLE) is excited to perform for the first time at SCRT! Previous roles include Consuela in CTG's West Side Story and Captain Hook in CSUN's Cirque Des Pirates. She would like to thank Joanne and Natalie for expanding her knowledge on dance, as well as her mother for always being her best friend!
Savannah Haerle-Crow (VALENTINE/ ENSEMBLE) is a local stage actress. She has been in many productions such as Sweeney Todd, The Drowsy Chaperone, Singing in the Rain, and Shrek the Musical. Her most recent role was Serena in Legally Blonde right here in the PAC. She would like to thank those who support her in following her dreams as well as the amazing cast and crew for making this experience so wonderful. Brooke Hougo (YOUTH ENSEMBLE) has been active with musical theatre since 3rd grade, including productions of Les Misérables, Sound of Music, Annie, and Music Man. She is a SUSD District Toastmaster speech champion. She enjoys time with her family, making videos, show choir, dancing and tumbling, and dreams of attending NYU!
Jill Kocalis-Scott (MARY POPPINS) last appeared as Fantine in SCRT’s Les Misérables. She is thrilled to be back, working with such a “practically perfect” cast, crew, and creative team! Favorite roles: Maggie, A Chorus Line; Christine, Phantom; Narrator, Joseph, Eliza, My Fair Lady; Cathy, Last Five Years; Maria, Sound of Music. Ovation nomination – Cabrillo’s Jekyll & Hyde, Stage Scene LA Award – Tribe’s Working. Jill trained in improve comedy with Upright Citizen’s Brigade (LA) and has appeared in independent films and commercials. Jill is a high school teacher by day. Much gratitude to son, Gabe, husband, Jarod, family, friends, and you, the audience, for your support! Grace Kurowski (ENSEMBLE) is excited to be a part of this production of Mary Poppins. Thank you to Patti, Lydia, and Keri for this opportunity. Kate Landro (MRS. BRILL) is thrilled to be appearing in CTG’s production of Mary Poppins. She also played the role of Mrs. Brill in Mary Poppins at the Grove Theatre in Upland earlier this year. Other theatre credits include The Music Man (Mrs. Paroo), Christmas Carol (the Blind Old Hag/Mrs. Fezziwig), Crazy For You (Patricia Fodor), Lend Me A Tenor (Julia), To Kill A Mockingbird (Miss Maudie), Ten Nights in a Barroom (Mrs. Slade), Nine (Louisa). Off-Off Broadway: The Maderati (Charlotte), and The Poodle Sisters (Mimms). Film co-starring roles include Untold Stores from the ER/Severed Head, Girls Never Call and Bombay Skies. Vicki Lightner (ANNIE/ ENSEMBLE/ DANCE CAPTAIN) “I am overjoyed to be performing on the big stage again. Over my 18 years of theater I have managed to tame a beast, help a mad scientist, dressed a Scrooge, spelled OKLAHOMA a lot, tackle a man-eating plant and put on a Cabaret to name a few. Thank you to Natalie, Joanne, Lydi-bow, Debra, and Kirsten for support and love.”
Jack Matson (ENSEMBLE/ BANKER) has been active with the CTG since 2000. Previous performances include: Les Misérables, Damn Yankees and Forever Plaid. By day an electronics tech, specializing in vintage audio.
Tim McCarter (GEORGE BANKS) is honored to join the cast as a SCRT newcomer. His previous shows include Superhero and Scripted by Mark Harvey Levine. He would like to thank the entire cast and crew for being such wonderful people in general, and for making this such an amazing show. He would also like to thank his family and friends for their encouragement and support. He would lastly like to thank the love of his life, Rachel, for her love and support from auditions to closing night. Tim dedicates this performance to his parents in loving memory.
Lore Davis McCluskey (MISS LARK/ ENSEMBLE) is delighted to be in her fourth CTG/SCRT production and is honored to be working with such a tremendous cast and crew. She’d like to thank her parents for their love and support and her beloved husband for making every day a Jolly Holiday?
Robert McCloy (POLICEMAN/ ENSEMBLE) Thanks to his wife, Robyn, for many missed bedtimes with the kids. Thanks to Patti, Lydia, and Joanne for giving me the chance! Thanks to everyone in the cast for helping with steps or songs. Hope you all enjoy the show as much as we enjoyed putting it on.
Kathryn Metcalf (SWING/ ENSEMBLE) has enjoyed being involved in many theatre productions over the years. Kathryn has training in acting techniques from Jarrod Scott Actors Workshop and has been vocally trained under the instruction of Stephanie Davis for many years. She also teaches a Children's Musical Theatre Class at Gervais School of Performing Arts.
Laurie Morgan (KATIE NANA/ QUEEN VICTORIA/ MISS SMYTHE/ ENSEMBLE) has performed at the CTG since 1999, most recently as Aunt LaMerle in The Red Velvet Cake War, and at the REP in: Jewtopia, The Graduate, and Betty’s Summer Vacation. Lead roles in Los Angeles and Regional productions include: Don’t’ Hug Me, We’re Married; Stepping Out; Sweet Sue; Nunsense; and Splendora. She has several commercial and films under her belt and her television appearances include: Mystery ER, Killer Kids and Twins by Surprise. In her “younger” days, she performed in nightclubs and cabaraets worldwide. Laurie is also a visual artist: www.lauriemorgan.biz. “I love my life!”
Jeremy Nelson (VON HUSSLER) After playing in seven shows in the pit for SCRT, Jeremy was finally persuaded to venture onstage and tap into his inner German for Mary Poppins. Special thanks to the deranged Bird Woman who got him the gig.
Kate Nelson (BIRD WOMAN/ ENSEMBLE) performs in her fifth musical for SCRT. Favorite roles include Labor Secretary Perkins in Annie and Eualalie Mackecknie Shinn in Music Man. Thanks to Patti, Lydia, and TimBen for the opportunity to sing Disney’s favorite song.
Jean Paletz (ENSEMBLE/ COSTUMER) is enjoying being a part of Mary Poppins. She has performed in and taught numerous productions at CTG. She enjoys being on stage and costuming.
Ellie Pearlman (YOUTH ENSEMBLE) is very exited to be a part of Marry Poppins with SCRT. She has been acting since the age of five and has had onstage experience for eight years. This is her second show and she is exited to be back with her CTG/SCRT family.
Colleen Rhatigan (JANE BANKS/ YOUTH ENSEMBLE) is very excited to be in such a great show with an amazing cast. Colleen's past performances at CTG include a Merry Man in Clarissa's Closet and a Mouse in Cinderella. Her shows at SCRT include ensemble in Les Misérables and Young Fiona/Baby Bear in Shrek, the Musical. "Thank you to my family for all your support and driving me to rehearsals; and thank you to Patti, TimBen, Kerri, Joanne, Natalie, and Lydia for letting me play a super fun character in this practically perfect show."
Jim Robinson (BANKER/ ENSEMBLE) has been in and worked on many CTG productions. He won a Best Actor in a Cameo Performance Goldie award for It’s a Wonderful Life. He was awarded the Irving G. Wallpaper award for his many contributions at the CTG, and has earned many set design Goldies.
Gabriella Roberts (DOLL/ CHIMNEY SWEEP/ ENSEMBLE) is thrilled to be a part of Mary Poppins! She has acted in commercials, films and television; but the stage is her true passion – the one place where she can enjoy singing, acting and dancing. She appreciates the support of her family, friends and mentors. “I am so grateful for this opportunity!”
Eric Schultz (ENSEMBLE) This is Eric's second show with SCRT and he excited to be apart of it. Some of Eric's past shows include Shrek, the Musical, Beauty and the Beast, and Alice in Wonderland. Eric is going to be apart of the Advanced Show Choir. He would like to thank his family for all the support.
Sarah Scialli (ENSEMBLE) is proud to be involved in her first SCRT production! Offstage, Sarah spends her days as a Motion Capture Engineer at DreamWorks Animation. Favorite performing credits include Guys & Dolls, Pippin, and Bye, Bye Birdie (Kim U/S). B.S. Computer Science, Carnegie Mellon; M.F.A. USC School of Cinematic Arts.
Violet Sciole (SWING/ ENSEMBLE) is happy to be a part of the SCRT Production of Mary Poppins. Violet attended CSSSA as a dance major in 2014, and dances full time at the Gervais School of Performing Arts. Violet will also be studying with the Mark Morris dance company this summer in New York. She would like to thank Natalie Chadbourne, Joanne Ainsworth and the entire production staff for this opportunity. Andrew Shean (YOUTH ENSEMBLE) is excited to be a part of this production of Mary Poppins. Thank you to Patti, Lydia, and Keri for this opportunity.
Emmerson Shean (ENSEMBLE) is excited to be a part of this production of Mary Poppins. Thank you to Patti, Lydia, and Keri for this opportunity.
Isabella Shean (ENSEMBLE) is excited to be a part of this production of Mary Poppins. Thank you to Patti, Lydia, and Keri for this opportunity.
Marianne Shean (ENSEMBLE) is excited to be a part of this production of Mary Poppins. Thank you to Patti, Lydia, and Keri for this opportunity.
Owen Shean (YOUTH ENSEMBLE) is excited to be a part of this production of Mary Poppins. Thank you to Patti, Lydia, and Keri for this opportunity.
Craig Sherman (BERT) s thrilled to be playing a good guy after turns as the villainous Lord Farquaad in SCRT's Shrek, The Musical and the wicked Foreman in SCRT's Les Misérables. Other shows include The Apple, A Thousand Clowns, Oliver and The Good Doctor. Previously a news anchor for KHIZ-TV and radio personality for Go Country 105, Hot 97 and Westwood One. Commercial voiceovers include Coca-Cola, Disney and AOL. He is also the singing voice behind Kids-TV's Bob the Train. Follow @ facebook.com/craigpsherman. “Special thanks to our big toe Patti for your tireless dedication over the years! We'll miss you!!” <3 Christopher Sherwood (YOUTH ENSEMBLE) is thrilled to make his SCRT debut in Mary Poppins! Previous roles include Munchkin Mayor (The Wizard of Oz), Jimmy Johnson (Annie), and The Lonely Goat Herder (The Sound of Music). “Many thanks to the directors and the wonderful cast and crew for this amazing opportunity!”
Virginia Stewart (MISS ANDREW) lives in Valencia and is a voice teacher and musical director. She is currently directing an all-teen version of Magic Flute at Hart High School for SCV teens. She graduated from Interlochen Arts Academy, received her Bachelor of Music from University of Michigan and a Masters in Music Education from USC. Ms. Stewart’s performance resume includes Off-Broadway productions, European concert tours; and operatic roles with Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Los Angeles, and El Dorado Opera and has been nominated for two Independent Music Awards. She would like to thank TimBen, Patti and Lydia for this wonderful opportunity! Michael Smith (ADMIRAL BOOM/ ENSEMBLE) Last seen as Sir Bedevere, Mrs. Galahad, and Concorde in CTG’s production of Monty Python’s Spamalot, Michael has performed in over thirty stage productions, locally and professionally, including Grease, A Midsummer’s Night Dream, and Biloxi Blues as well as CTG productions of Hairspray!, Shrek, the Musical, and Wade Bradford’s The Little Mermaid. Jack Terbush (MICHAEL BANKS/ ENSEMBLE) is extremely excited to be performing with the cast of Mary Poppins. Jack has appeared as Horton in Seussical, Bert Healy in Annie, Grandpa Joe in Willie Wonka, and lead singer in several musical theatre performances at his school; but this is his first performance with the SCRT. When Jack isn’t singing and dancing around the living room, he is found working on his amazing math skills, performing magic, or playing the piano. Jack would like to thank his mom, dad, and his sister Kate for their love and support.
Noemi Vaca (ENSEMBLE) “Theater has always been a part of my life. This is my second production after being away from it for 10 years. I'm really excited to be doing my first show here at CTG! And happy to be a part of this talented cast. I want to thank my family, friends and The Nunsie's for all the love and support.”
Kate Wisdom (ENSEMBLE) is delighted to be part of this amazing cast. She loves singing, acting, dancing, and being part of the CTG/SCRT family. Kate would like to thank her family and friends for their support. Blake Yanez (ROBERTSON AY/ CHIMNEY SWEEP) is very excited to be part of such a wonderful production of Mary Poppins. Blake is currently a Junior at West Ranch High School and the president of the improv club on campus. Recent credits include West Side Story (Pepe) and Spamalot (Ensemble). Blake wishes to thank Patti Finley not only for her direction in this show but for her direction in the many productions he has been involved in with her. He also wishes to thank his parents for their endless love and support. Enjoy the show!
Introducing the Production Staff of Mary Poppins
Patti Finley (CO-DIRECTOR) More than 20 years ago, Patti joined the Canyon Theatre Guild during her first show here, Fiddler on the Roof. Little did she realize what an important part of her family's life the CTG would become! She was elected to the CTG's Board of Directors and served for 6 years; 4 of those years as President. When her term on the Board was up, she became an employee of the CTG, as Director of Daytime Programs. The job slowly evolved into being the Assistant Director of the CTG and Artistic Director of the Family Season, in addition to teaching and directing the youth workshops. Every day of the past 20 years have been exciting, challenging, drama-filled (of course!), fun and fulfilling. This truly became an extended family for the Finley family. During this time, Patti directed over 40 shows and workshops and appeared in quite a few as well. Now, this era is coming to a close, with Patti & Greg preparing to move to Boise, Idaho to be near their children and grandchildren. "We are eternally grateful to the CTG for the wonderful creative outlet we have been provided and for the amazing friendships we have formed. We will never forget you! And now....the show must go on! Hope you enjoy it!” Lydia A. Saxton (CO-DIRECTOR/ VOCAL DIRECTOR) studied at the Julliard School, the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, and The City University of New York, receiving degrees in Musical Theatre, Music Education, and Performing Arts Management. She began her professional career in New York, performing both on and off Broadway and in regional theatre, where she also directed a variety of theatrical projects. In Los Angeles, she has worked as Music Director and Dialogue Coach for a number of theatrical productions, including serving as SCRT’s Vocal Director for last summer’s acclaimed Shrek the Musical at the PAC. She thanks her Co-Director, Patti Finley, and the SCRT/CTG Executive and Artistic Director, TimBen Boydston for entrusting her once again with a SCRT production. Ms. Saxton teaches privately in her home to select students, where her husband, Kim, and daughter, Sarah, are forever patient and loving. TimBen Boydston (EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR) is the Artistic Director and Executive Director for the CTG and SCRT. Here, he has been involved in over 150 productions, acted in over 30 and directed 27 (7 of which won Goldie Awards for Best Show). TimBen was instrumental in founding the CTG Family Season, Youth workshops, Corporate Sponsorships, and the Gala and the Cabaret fundraising events. TimBen would like to thank God for his ability to create, Ingrid his most wonderful soul-mate for her overflowing support, and Analyn his darling daughter for the joy she brings to his life.
Keri Pierson (ASSISTANT DIRECTOR) This is Keri's 4th show as assistant director at the CTG/SCRT. She would first and foremost like to thank her mentor and friend, Patti Finley for teaching her how to put on a great show! She will miss working by her side and her wonderful sense of humor. Thank you for everything. Lastly, thank you Keenan and Spencer, the best sons ever! Stay Cool boys!
Joanne Gervais Ainsworth (CHOREOGRAPHER) is the owner and lead teacher of the Gervais School of Performing Arts, of Valencia, (2012-present) and of Concord and Hadley MA, (1997 - 2009). She is a Master Jazz and Tap Educator and a former Adjunct Professor of Jazz Dance at Mount Holyoke College and an alumna of Jacob’s Pillow Dance and the University of Massachusetts. Ms. Ainsworth has choreographed other productions in Massachusetts, including The Music Man, Cats, Meet Me in St. Louis, Oklahoma!, Evita and Crazy for You. Joanne would like to thank Natalie Chadbourne for being her amazing and talented assistant, and the Directors and Production team for this great adventure as well as her wonderful family and friends for supporting her through this process. Natalie Chadbourne (ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER) is pleased to be involved in her first production with SCRT. A native of Santa Clarita, she performed for several years with the Santa Clarita Ballet Company. Natalie is an alumna of California State University, Long Beach where she graduated with her B.F.A. in Dance. She has had the privilege to dance the works of several prominent choreographers including Sophie Monat, Keith Johnson, and Jiri Kylian. She has been teaching and choreographing for Gervais School of Performing Arts for the past three years and is grateful for the opportunity to continue her choreographic aspirations. Patricia Graham (CONDUCTOR) has been an active professional musician in Southern California for 25 years. She has conducted West Coast Classical formerly known as Palmdale Symphonic Orchestras for 17 years. She studied violin performance with Robert Lipsett at age 14 and continued with him at CSUN. She has a studio of 71 private students. Patricia has played with Antelope Valley
Symphony Orchestra, Bakersfield Symphony Orchestra and Santa Maria Philharmonic Orchestra. She has played in pit orchestras for over 20 shows, also has her own quartet that plays for private venues. She has been music director for over 50 musical stage productions since 2001. She has worked for DOT, PRT, Cedar Street Theater and Santa Clarita Regional Theater Company. - See more at: http://westcoastclassical.org/directors#sthash.qHggUvF4.dpuf
John Alexopoulos (SET DESIGNER/ SET DECORATOR) is happy to be a part of this team for Mary Poppins. He had designed and worked on many sets for the SCRT/CTG including Les Misérables, Music Man, and Willy Wonka. He is happy to be working with his friend Doug again. He thanks his family for their love and support.
Doug Holiday (SET DESIGNER/ SET DECORATOR) has a degree in mechanical engineering and an avocation for working with wood. Doug joined the CTG in 2007. Contributions to set design include: Forever Plaid, Seussical the Musical, Run For Your Wife and Sound of Music, Les Misérables, Shrek the Musical. Thanks again to my fellow collaborator, John Alexopoulos. Thanks to Miss Patti for the opportunity to work on this collaboration and thanks to all the people at the theatre for making these dreams come true. “The stage is but a mannequin when absent the life’s blood of its actors.” Pat Robinson (PROPS) is a Goldie award winning set decorator, winning for South Pacific, Guys and Dolls, You Can't Take it With You, and My Fair Lady. She has been decorating sets and collecting props since joining the theater in 1998. Pat is also the recipient of the Canyon Theater Guild’s Irving G. Wallpaper Award for her behind the scenes efforts as an active member of the CTG. Not afraid to get her fingernails dirty, she totes her own drill and paint equipment for set construction. She wants to thank her wonderful husband Jim for all his help. Steven “Nanook” Burkholder (SOUND DESIGNER/ ENGINEER) graduated from Santa Barbara City College in 1996 and attended Cal Arts where, in 2000, he earned a BFA in Theatre Sound Design. Since then he has become resident Sound Designer for Santa Barbara City College Theatre Groups and the Repertory East Playhouse. During the day, Nanook is an Audio Engineer and Editor for Dog Star Audio in Valencia where he does post-production and restoration for films. He’s excited and happy to be back at the CTG making noise. Alex Britton (LIGHTING DESIGNER) Born in Colombia, Mr. Britton has performed over 20 leading operatic roles with opera companies throughout Europe, South America, New York and the West Coast. His portrayal of the brutal Roman police chief, Scarpia in Puccini's Tosca, has earned him critical and audience acclaim. Equally at home behind the lights, he has served as Production Supervisor and Technical Director for the Pasadena Playhouse and has received two Ovation awards for best set design and best production. He is married to Virginia Stewart and is the proud father of five girls - Zoe, Reese, Danika, Alenia, and Claire.
Madi Summers (MAKEUP DESIGNER) A former entertainer at the Disneyland Resort, Madi has been with the CTG since she was young. This is her second production doing makeup and she couldn't be happier to be a part of the crew. She’d like to thank her family for being so supportive in everything she does.
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About the Canyon Theatre Guild
The Mission of the Canyon Theatre Guild is to make the world a better place by entertaining, educating, enlightening, and enriching our community through quality live theatre. Now in our 44 th year of production, the Canyon Theatre Guild: • Produces ten full-scale productions each season - over 180 opportunities to experience great live theatre each year. • Has been voted the “Best Live Theatre” in the Santa Clarita Valley every year of the Reader’s Poll since its inception! • Over 40,000 people attended this season’s performances. • Over 500 SCV citizen artists and volunteers continually demonstrate their love of our theatre through their donations of time, talent, and hard work. • In addition to the support of thousands of Santa Clarita citizens, the CTG also receives support from local government, businesses, and corporations. • The Canyon Theatre Guild has been serving the citizens of Santa Clarita Valley with quality live theatre for 44 years.
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PRODUCTION STAFF OF MARY POPPINS
Co-Directors ...... Patti Finley & Lydia A. Saxton Artistic Director ...... TimBen Boydston Assistant Director ...... Keri Pierson Vocal Director ...... Lydia A. Saxton Conductor ...... Patricia Graham Choreographer ...... Joanne Gervais Ainsworth Assistant Choreographer ...... Natalie Chadbourne Producer ...... Canyon Theatre Guild Stage Manager ...... Brent Denison Set Designers/ Set Decorators ...... John Alexopoulos & Doug Holiday Props ...... Pat Robinson Sound Designer & Tech ...... Steven “Nanook” Burkholder Lighting Designer ...... Alex Britton Costume Designers ...... Jean Paletz & Jordan Cabrera Makeup ...... Madi Summers Stage Crew ...... Aaron Steele & Bill Steele Set Construction ...... Cast & Family Members Kid Wrangler Organizer ...... Cheri Botello Program ...... Kristi Johnson Graphic Artist ...... Michael Keane Headshots ...... Gary Choppé Signboards ...... Doreen Barsky House Manager ...... Barbara Yeager Volunteer Coordinator ...... Claudia Alexopoulos
** A Special Thank You to all who volunteered after this program went to print.
CTG EXECUTIVE/PRODUCTION STAFF Executive Artistic Director ...... TimBen Boydston Director of Administration ...... Ines Roberts Youth Theatre Director ...... Rosemary Moffat Costume Director ...... Jill McGlynn Box Office Manager ...... John Lucewich Box Office ...... Sam Novak, Shawnie Wise-Hawkins, Jordan Cabrera Newsletter Editor ...... Dave Norman
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