i 539th Production • 68th Year The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and Barrett & McNagny present
Book and Lyrics by Music by Based on the Novel by Marsha Norman Lucy Simon Frances Hodgson Burnett
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Book and Lyrics by Music by Based on the Novel by Marsha Norman Lucy Simon Frances Hodgson Burnett Musical Director Choreographer Eunice Wadewitz Phillip H.Colglazier
Scenic Designer Costume Designer Bob Sandmaier Louise Heckaman Lighting Designer Richard Grubb Stage Manager Assistant Stage Manager Bill" Wunderlin Joyce Van Ry
Directed by Al Franklin
February 1997
The Civic Theatre would like to thank our associate sponsors, WFTA-TV21 Alive and WAJI Majic 95.1.
THE SECRET GARDEN is presented through special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., New York, NY Original Broadway production produced by Heidi Landesman Rick Steiner, Frederic H. Mayerson, Elizabeth Williams Jujamcyn Theatres/TV ASAHI and Dodger Productions Originally produced by the Virginia Stage Company Charles Towers Artistic Director Taking Pride In The Arts That Enrich Our Community And Our Lives
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Ian M. Rolland I Richard E. Fox Chairman of the Board and CEO, Lincoln I Chairman of the Executive Committee, National Corporation *»» 4^J Barrett ,'"« McNagny "The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is an I "We are proud to again lend our sup- integral part of our community's cultural I port to the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. life. Lincoln National Corporation is ^LTB I ",L' 1996-97 season promises to be pleased to continue its support of this [ ) | memorable and we look forward to important organization." enjoying it with our friends and all of the patrons of this outstanding community organization." Scott McGehee Publisher, The Neivs-Sentinel William J. Dewhurst "The News-Sentinel is proud to support PresidentfFort Wayne and Regional the rich cultural tradition of the Civic Manager, Norzvest Bank, N.A. Theatre. We hope you'll enjoy WAIT "Norwest welcomes the opportunity to UNTIL DARK and the other fine theatrical support the Civic Theatre. The quality of presentations during 1996-97 season." life in this area is strongly influenced by Arts United programs. The outstanding Lisa Boyd performances by the Civic have been an President, Civic Theatre Guild important part of these programs.' "In an effort to further promote and support the Civic Theatre, the Fort Jay Gilbert Wayne Civic Theatre Guild is proud to President and CEO, Physicians Health Plan sponsor THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, of Northern Indiana bringing Shakespeare back to Fort "The Civic Theatre plays a very Wayne. Enjoy the show!" important role in educating people about the arts, creating a cultural health. PHP is Dr. Marvin R. Sambur committed to improving the health of our President and General Manager, ITT community and we are honored to Aerospace/Communications Division Sponsor COTTON PATCH GOSPEL. "The theatre is a magical place where one can be transported around the world William A. Zeilke on musical notes, laugh at the oddities of Regional President, GTE North humanity or be taken to the depths of a "Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is a long character's soul. We at ITT A/CD are standing contributor to the quality of life committed to ensuring the future of the Civic Theatre so in this area. We arc proud to support this that the community can share the wonders of the theatre fine organization ad salute its cej^ ued experience." professionalism and the quality 3BR performances." - Celebrating the gifts of play, song, and dance.
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1996-97 Robert Anderson, Timothy Alford Rosy Ridenour Civic Theatre President Vincent J. Backs Mark E. Rupp Board of Directors Richard Battin, Steven J. Bollier Dr. Marvin Sambur Vice President Lisa Boyd Dave Schmautz Jerry Witte, Ann Harding Dahm Randall Steiner Secretary Sharon Eisbart Ronald Twomey Janet Whitney, Al Franklin John Walda Treasurer Jay M. Gilbert Irene Walters Debra Kimbrough Larry Wardlaw Dana Leininger Dwight Wilson Susanne Moorman
1996-97 Artistic Staff Richard Grubb, Administrative Staff Civic Theatre Staff Al Franklin, Technical Director & Mickie Martin, Executive Director Resident Lighting Business Manager Robert Sandmaier, Designer Susan Domer, Resident Designer Louise Heckaman, Marketing Director Phillip H. Colglazier, Costume Designer Debra Baney, Resident Choreographer Schellie Engelhart, Administrative & IN THE WINGS Assistant Costumer & Assistant Education Director Rental Manager Madeline D. Smith, Jonathan Sandmaier, Box Office Manager Master Carpenter Maryamber Bosk, Ryan Berkes, Office Assistant Carpenter yl Lebamoff's For a Unique Shopping CapK Experience, i* Visit . . . Cork g»ei YODER % Department Store Indiana's Largest catering • More than 10.000 bolts of Wine Merchant! fabric from silks to calicos • We honor all {suppliers of fabric to Civic Theatre for costume clothing) competitor's ads • Sewing and quilting supplies • Full case discounts Food and Services • Shoes for all ages (great • City-wide deliver}/ for All Occasions selection) For vour party planning needs Plus Departments for or wedding receptions call . . . • Men. women, children • Linens • Hats Andy Lebamoff CAP N' CORK NORTH Call Quality Goods, Fairly Priced! 5430 Coldwater Road 749-5192 Yoder's Shopping Center St. Rd. 5 Shipshewana. IN 46565 483-1147 (219) 768-4887
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Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Felger Theodore Bendall & Dr. Civic Leaders Producers Dr. Steven & Robin Fisher Janet Houghton Arts United Pam & Ernie Beal Don & Joan Goldner Bill & Anita Cast Fort Wayne Community Andy & Peg Candor David Greene & Susan Carl & Grace Cisna Foundation Jerry & Ann Dahm Tuori, M,D. Melodye Clements English Bonter Mitchell Mr. & Mrs. Fredric D. Mr. & Mrs. Paul L. Crush Kelly & Beth Clevenger Foundation Gingrich Tom & Sally Gutwein Ed & Linda Collins Lincoln National Robert & Celia Haller George & Jane Irmscher Custom Mattress Factory Corporation Mr. & Mrs. John E. Larry D. & Karen M. Outlet, Inc. Kasper The News-Sentinel Hoffman William & Mary Lou Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Diane Humphrey Dan & Lois Lovinger Dew hurst Guild Edmund & Linda Kos Scott McGehee ITT Aerospace/ Grace Drummond Communications Wilda Gene Marcus Jack & Lori Morris Sharon & Ben Eisbart Division Douglas & Lenore Perry Anah Radatz Keith & Barbara Gilbert Barrett & McNagny Mark & Christine Rupp Jim & Susan Schmelzer Frank & Carol Glavin Norwest Bank Gabriel & Jeanne Shaheen Chuck & Patty Schrimper Vernon Gore Physicians Health Plan Robert & Irene Walters Cheri Shaw K. Joan Gotschall GTE David & Maria Wheat David & Sharon Smith Gourmet Breads & Sweets, Bill & JoAnn Wyatt G. Sherwood Smith Ltd. Bob & Sally Weigand Angels Mr. & Mrs. Robert Associates Denny & Kay Yoder Guntrum Essex Group, Inc. Stacy Hartman Ronald & Marilvn Foster Timothy J. 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Wareham Fort Wayne Surgical Ron & Terri Roberts I louser Theodore & Marilvn Associates, Inc. Mitchell & Beth Sherr Joe & Ann Jenny Weaver Ned Flighlner Mr. & Mrs. Robert Sommer Minnielee Jones Mr. & Mrs. Richard Mr. & Mrs. |ohn E. Randall & Mary Ann Joan Kelham Weisman Hoffman Steiner Sally Kemp Betlv Werling George Koegel Alan & Karen Talmage Jack Kirby George & Dorothy VVitwer Dr. William & Pat Kunkel Triple S Roofing Richard & Rosemary Sharon Zvch Dr. Richard & Toni Laker Mr. & Mrs. Keith Walda Kriegbaum Dr. & Mrs. William LaSalle larrv Wardlaw Shirley Krieger Judge & Mrs. William C. * Alfred & Denise Lapslev Executive Club Lee Clara Wend land! Dick & Mary lee American Electric Power David & Barbara McCants Tim & Kathv Wright Richard Lutz Beers, Mailers, Backs & Sal in Mr. & Mrs. Harlan J. Miller, 1 larrv & Barbara Manges Jr. Friends Blackhawk Baptist Church Mvrtle McConnel Judge & Mrs. Alfred W. Mr. & Mrs Charles Acheson Mary \K 1 ami Howard L. & Elizabeth Moellering Louis & Eleanor Adolphsen Jane Mehling Chapman Mr. & Mrs. Manuel Robert & Doris Albertson Mildred Y. Meese Thomas VV. Dougherlv Silverman Dorothy Anglin Larry & Sharon Michael Fort Wayne Radiologists Tom Spiece Ron & Beverly Arnold Patricia Miller Fort Wayne Medical Time Services, Inc. Education Program Mrs. Edward A. Auer Florence Minick Ron & Joan Venderly Mr. & Mrs. Richard Baach Paul & Bonnie Moore Fort Wayne National Bank Mrs, Anne K. Waterfield Patricia & Douglas Richard & Linda Morris GTE North Beerbower Richard & Linda I louse oi I londa Helen Blackledge Mulpagano Indiana Surgical Specialists Mike & Cindy Blum Insurit, Inc. James F. Neidhart Regina Bodette ITT Aerospace/ John & Gwen Nigro Mr. & Mrs. Brvan Bogess Communications Mr. & Mrs. Glen R. E. James & JoEtta Bopp Division O'Laverty Sharon Bromnier Ed McCraw Phillips Financial Services, Richard & Margaret Bugher Chuck & Georgia Inc. Janice L. Burgette McDonald Dan & Peggy Pieper IV^.w ''utler Mill Supplies, Inc. Michael & Sue Pries Norwest Bank C Al^- . Counseling William & Bonnie Orthodontic Specialty Services Pumphrey Services, Inc. Since the passing of Vaudeville and the firm establishment of Director's musicals as America's most significant contribution to contemir rary theatre, Broadway had been recognized as the center of al Notes script development. Then in 1965, with the creation of the Na tional Endowment for the Arts and the proliferation of regional theatre, it all began to change. The focus of development moved, slowly at first, then faster and faster, out of New York and into the capable hands of regional theatres across the country This change, with the accessibility to greater diversity, took the quality and conceptualization of theatre to new heights. THE SECRET GARDEN is a product of this modern phenomenon. Originally developed and produced «it the Virginia Stage Com pany in 1989, THE SECRET GARDEN followed what has become the norm by moving the production to New York in April 1991 to grace the Broadway stage. 4i When the show opened on Broadway, an elitist attitude among Al Franklin New York critics prevailed. To this day they are not enthusiastic Director about productions arriving in the Big Apple from the hinterlands and do their best to discourage these regional productions. The opening was blasted with reviews screaming, "numbingly bad," "nothing is worth remembering" and "the music is never more than dull." But no one can tell an audience what they want and tickets kept selling so the production stayed open.
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10 By the end of 1991, the critics had changed their tune. THE SECRET GARDEN, winning three Tony .Awards and eventually playing 728 '- performances on Broadway, garnered press notices of a different sort: "the only worthwhile American musical of the year," "first- rate examples of lushly orchestrated songs" and "the bewitching musical still presses all (he right buttons." The new idea from Virginia Stage Company had reached American Classic status. THE SECRET GARDEN is based on the popular novel of the same name by Frances Hodgson Burnett. It is the story of 10-year-old Mary Lennox who, orphaned by a cholera epidemic in India, is sent to live with her wealthy, reclusive uncle in England. Mary searches for 11 The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre relies on the energy, enthusiasm and expertise of our board of directors. Their commitment to OUj organization is one of the many reasons that the Civic Theatre " enjoys a large, responsive and supportive audience in Fort Wayne. Our board members strive to maintain the high level of respect and admiration that the theatre currently enjoys. Here is your opportu nity to acquaint yourselves with these fine individuals. Spotlight On: Robert Anderson is the president of the Civic Theatre board of Our Board directors and the executive vice president of Norwest Bank. A native of Fort Wayne, Bob has been a supporter of the Civic Theatre Members for many years and is very proud of the membership growth the theatre has experienced during his term on the board. Bob enjoys spending time with his wife, Monna, their three children and five grandchildren, as well as those warm weather golfing trips to Florida. Richard Battin is the vice president of our board of directors, as well as the managing editor for The News-Sentinel. He and his wife, Adrienne, have two daughters, Megan and Elizabeth. Blessed with a dry wit, Richard enjoys all aspects of theatre from acting to playwriting. His play, FEINT OF HEART, is currently being produced in Chicago. Richard became famil iar with the Civic board while participating in Leadership Fort Wayne. For this brief introduction, he confided that he had always wanted to know how to juggle and walk on his hands, although not necessarily at the same time. Lisa Boyd is the president of the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild and retains a seat on our board of directors. The Civic Theatre Guild works to benefit the theatre in a number of areas and Lisa enjoys having an active role in that process. Lisa graduated from Indiana University with a manage ment degree and enjoys reading and gardening. An Indianapolis native, Lisa and her husband, Mark, are expecting their first baby in March. 12 Canterbury School A college-preparatory school serving students from early childhood through grade 12. Now accepting applications for the 1997-1998 school year. (219) 436-7721 \ |W4 Before After (Make vour home vour <*iist!«fc Room additions, improvements, or exteriors. Harman Call us for an estimate. You'll be living palatially Remodeling in no time. Call 432-2612 13 In a cooperative effort with local schools, IN THE WINGS stages IN THE WINGS special performances of Civic Theatre productions at no cost t|T students. Free tickets are also offered through many nonprofit" Soars social service agencies. Each year an average of 3,600 free tickets are distributed, and, since 1988, more than 48,000 Allen County students, their parents and teachers have benefited. "We hope IN THE WINGS ignites a spark that lights the imagina tion," says Phillip Colglazier, Civic Theatre's education director. "The imagination is a powerful tool we all have but don't always use. IN THE WINGS is a way for teachers, parents and performers to help children kick-start their imaginations." While special performances are at the heart of the program, related activities complement the live theatre experience. Volun teers conduct backstage tours and post-performance "talkback sessions," where students can comment on what they have seen and ask questions of performers. For additional information on IN THE WINGS and how you can participate, call Phillip Colglazier at 422-8641. 1996-1997 IN THE WINGS program is funded in part by grants from the following: Time Corners Lions Club Lincoln National Corporation Employee Gift Committee Target Stores—Glenbrook Bruce and Holly Warshauer in memory of Betty Feasel Journal-Gazette Foundation, Inc. 14 i The Fort Wayne Civic Tlieatre Guild's Festival of Dollhouses 1997 Miniatures Show and Sale will be held in a new season April 25-27,1997 at a new location The Community Center 233 West Main Street Usher in the spring season with a visit to a judged show of beautiful dollhouses and room boxes. Dealers will display a variety of miniature items for sale. Both adult and junior divisions will be judged with monetary prizes, ribbons and people's choice award. HOURS ADMISSION Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Showing of Houses Only) Adults $4 Friday tickets good for readmissbn Saturday or Sunday Children (5-12) S2 Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m Show and Sales No Strollers, Please! Food Is Available at the Cafe Exhibitors Information Judged Categories for Entries Entry Deadline March 31, 1997 • Dollhouses • Junior Division (219)'745-5374 or (219) 493-4918 • Vignettes/ (10-16 years) Room Boxes Dollhouses Vignettes Dealer Booth Non-Judged Categories Information for Entries Entry Deadline February 28, 1997 • Commerical Divison (219) 486-5350 or (219) 625-3017 Non-judged Please Come See Us at the Show Proceeds from the Festival of Dollhouses Benefit the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre 15 The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild Founded in 1955. the Guild is an auxiliary organization of the Civic Theatre of Fort Wayne. Over the past 41 years, the Guild has contributed countless hours in volunteer service and several hundred thousand dollars in donations to the operation of the Civic Theatre. The primary objective of the Civic Theatre Guild is to support and promote the Civic Theatre of Fort Wayne. To that end, the Guild coordinates activities in fundraising, including refreshment sales during the Three Rivers Festival, as well as their annual Festival of Dollhouses in April. They also assist with the Civic Theatre's season membership campaign and sponsor the opening night party for the cast and crew of each production in the gallery. Fort Wayne is home to wonderful art forms. From the Philharmonic, Additionally, Guild members participate in lobby activities, to the Civic Theatre, our museum of art, and so much more. usher, work on backstage At Lebrato Homes we like to think of custom building as an art form, too. crews and assist in the shops We salute our home town arts and we are pleased to have helped collecting props, painting and sewing costumes. so many families build their dreams. The Civic Theatre Guild has a long and distinguished history of support for the Civic Theatre. For information about becoming a member of the Buitt Right. Priced Right. Guild, call the Civic Theatre 7708 Bluffton Road • Fort Wayne, Indiana 46809«219/747-6132 office at 422-8641. 4 16 i. One of life's affordable luxuries. Grabill Cabinets. ,-IODO- Since 1946. quality and allbrdability have .fty tc?a£$ &$neW'i;', I built-in entertainment systems. Grabill been the benchmark of Grabill Cabinets. And as ^/ww- "^d!^^^ Cabinelsfit eveiyroon1 , eve,y SIyle-and we celebrate 50 years of designing and hand fick Cast Lily, Mary's aunt, Archibald's wife, now dead Kelly Liechty Mary Lennox, a ten year-old girl Jocelyn Gauthier IN COLONIAL INDIA, 1906: Fakir Adrien Gauthier Ayah, Mary's Indian nanny Jamie Cochran Rose, Mary's mother Celeste Dvorak Captain Albert Lennox, Mary's father Michael Todd Harris Lieutenant Wright, officer in Albert's unit Malcolm Walker Lieutenant Shaw, fellow officer William Andrews Major Holmes Billy Haskins Claire Holmes, his wife Joyce Collins Shedlak Alice, Rose's friend Edye Button Children's Voices Danielle Gauthier, Mason B. Dillon, Stephanie Boyle, Seth Drayer, Jocelyn Gauthier AT MISSELTHWAITE MANOR, NORTH YORKSHIRE, ENGLAND, 1906: Archibald Craven, Mary's uncle and lord of Misselthwaite Manor Todd Dillon Dr. Neville Craven, his brother Nick Foster Mrs. Medlock, the housekeeper Louise Heckaman Martha, a chambermaid Hannelies Hepler Dickon, Martha's brother Brian Porter Ben Weatherstaff, head gardener Kirby Volz Colin Craven, Archibald's son, Mary's cousin Seth Drayer Young William Stuart Hepler Nurse/jane Jamee Michelle Kenney Mrs. Winthrop, the headmistress Susan Dome% is ^ Synopsis of Scenes and Musical Numbers Act I Opening In India 'Opening Dream" Lily, Fakir, Mary & Company The Study at Misselthwaite Manor There's a Girl" Company A Train Platform in Yorkshire Misselthwaite Manor "The House Upon the Hill" Company Mary's Room The Gallery "I Heard Someone Crying" Mary, Archibald, Lily & Company Mary's Room "A Fine White Horse" Martha The Ballroom "A Girl in the Valley" Lily, Archibald & Dancers The Maze "It's a Maze" Ben, Mary, Dickon & Martha "Winter's on the Wing" Dickon "Show Me the Key" Mary & Dickon Archibald's Study 'A Bit of Earth' Archibald The Gallery 'Storm I" Company 'Lily's Eyes" Archibald & Neville The Hallway 'Storm II" Mary & Company Colin's Room 'Round-Shouldered Man" Ayah, Colin & Mary The Maze 'Final Storm" Company Intermission Please join us in the lobby for a 15-minute intermission. Coca-Cola products and Cookie Cottage cookies are served in the lobby 19 u Act II The Dream Tea Party "The Girl I Mean to Be" Mary & Company Archibald's Dressing Room"Quartet " Archibald, Neville, Rose & Lily Colin's Room "Race You to the Top of the Morning" Archibald The Maze "Wick" Dickon & Mary Colin's Room "Come to My Garden" Lily & Colin The Maze/The Secret Garden "Come Spirit, Come Charm" Mary, Martha, Dickon, Fakir, Ayah, Lily & Company "A Bit of Earth" (reprise) Lily, Rose & Albert Archibald's Study "Disappear" Neville Mary's Room "Hold On" Martha "Letter Song" Mary & Martha Paris "Where in the World" Archibald "How Could I Ever Know" Lily & Archibald The Secret Garden "Finale" Company 20 Jocelyn Gauthier (Mary Lennox) is a fourth The Souls grader at Aboite Elementary School and is < performing in her third show this year. She was and Spirits of in [HE KING AND 1 at Civic and Youtheatre's THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER. She is an accom Misselthwaite plished pianist and dreams of doing music and theatre professionally. Her father is also in the Manor show and she receives loads of support from her family. Kelly Liechty (Lily) started voice lessons at age 13, leading to a vast array of leading musical stage roles. A graduate of Heidel berg College, Kelly has performed in THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, BABES IN TOYLAND, CINDERELLA and INTO THE WOODS. A radio announcer for WZBD in Adams County, Kelly has won numerous vocal competitions through out her college career. She is making her Civic Theatre debut. Todd Dillon (Archibald Craven) is honored to return to the Civic stage and last was seen in productions of SOUTl l PACIFIC and CARNIVAL. An art consultant for Garland's Art Galleries, Todd ^< - Acting in your best interest to ensure your financial stability. Let Geo. S. Olive be your ticket to success! GEO. S.OLIVE SCO. LLC CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS 202 West Berry, Suite 500 Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802 " (219)460-4000 21 is also the director of the Teen Choir at Broadway Christian Church. Todd is devoted to theatre, his four children, Lyn, hie wife and best friend (and our rehearsal pianist) and the creatoTddrdif all fine arts. Nick Foster (Dr. Neville Craven) is a recent graduate of Ball State University and has appeared in their productions of MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, INTO THE WOODS, SWEET CHARITY and SOUTH PACIFIC. He most recently was seen as Lun Tha in THE KING AND I and as Danny in BABY at Civic Theatre. Nick plans to move to New York to pursue a career in the performing arts. He would like to thank his family and Brian for all their love and support. Seth Drayer (Colin Craven) at age 13, is playing the role of Colin Craven for the second time in his young career. He has performed in Tl IE SECRET GARDEN and THE SOUND OF MUSIC for Greylite Theatre as well as other productions in Norweli County. Seth loves to sing and is involved in singing at school, church and for his three favorite voice teachers, Kim Durr, Barry Jamison and Sue Nelson. "One of our volunteers broke her hip and stayed to convalesce before return ing home. We didn't have to miss her for long. She's volunteering again. It's her family, too." After 14 years, Martha Kuras, RN, Director of Nursing for Covington Manor Nursing Outer knows all the difficulties families face when bringing loved ones to their care. But she's also seen the wonderful adjustment patients and families make once they get to know the genuine commitment of the staff and volunteers. It's not just your family, it's our family, too. Covington Manor Nursing Center Behind Time Comers (219)432-7556 University Park Nursing Center/Secured Alzheimer's Unit Near Nonhcrest Shopping Center (219) 484-1558 $ Lakeland Nursing Center Angola (219) 665-2161 ^ Norwood Nursing Center! lumington (219) 356-1252^ 22 Hannelies Hepler (Martha) making her Civic Theatre debut, is a native of the Fort Wayne area. A voice and theatre graduate of < Butler University, I launches has worked at a variety of theatres across the country since graduation. She has appeared in profes sional productions of A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO I Hi: FORUM, CABARET, STREET SCENE and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM. Brian Porter (Dickon) is making his Civic Theatre debut and is a senior at South Side High School. Brian appeared as Dickon at Grey Lite Theatre; as well as in Kiss Ml KATE and FAME at South Side. After graduation he would like to pursue a career in musical theatre. He would especially like to thank his mother, his friends and his "chauffeur." Louise Heckaman (Mrs. Medlock), who spends her davs (and some nights) in the Civic Theatre Costume Shop, readilv admits that her first love is still acting. She has appeared in SHERLOCK'S LAST CASE and THE: HOYS NEXT IXXJR at Civic and NUNSENSE at Arena Dinner Theatre. She is verv excited to be back on stage in such a lovely show. Jamee Michelle Kenney (Nurse/Jane) is making her Civic Theatre debut and is a senior at Bellmont 1 ligh School. Jamee is active in theatre, speech, showchoir and varsity cheerlea d ing and has participated in every production at Bellmont during her Left to right: Louise Heckaman, tenure as student, either behind the scenes or on stage. She has Jamee Michelle Kertney appeared in UP nil IXHVN STAIRCASE and NI NSI NSI at Bellmont. Susan Domer (Mrs. Winthrop) last was seen at the Civic Theatre in MAN OF LA MANCHA in 1982. Thirty-two shows later, after performing at a variety of area theatres, she is excited to return to the Civic stage. She was most recently seen in THE DINING ROOM, Tl IE IIOUSE OF BERNARD A ALBA and Till HEIDI CHRONICLES at First Presbyterian Theatre. Stuart Hepler (Young William) is making his Civic Theatre debut and attends Blackhawk Christian School. At BCS he has appeared as Fagin in OLIVER and Frank Butler in ANNII < .1 i YOUR GUN. Stuart lias attended the Intcrlochen Arts Academy and thanks his family for their love and support. Id ': Stuart Hepler; back left to Kirby A. Volz (Ben Weatherstaff) has appeared in SWEEN1 N. riglnrSusan Domer, Kirby A. Volz TODD and THE GRAPES OF WRAT) I at the Civic and returns now after a brief hiatus. An IU basketball fan, Kirby teaches speech and 11 theatre at South Side High School and coaches the award winning speech team. You have seen him most recently in WEST SIDE STf f and HELLO DOLLY at Purdue-Indiana Theatre. Adrien Gauthier (Fakir) last was seen in MAMA'S TURN at the Civic and THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER at Fort Wayne Youtheatre. An avid sportsman, Adrien enjoys hockey and keep ing up with his wife, Linda, and their two daughters, Danielle and Jocelyn. He is thrilled to appear with Jocelyn in this production. Jamie Cochran (Ayah) is a senior at Bishop Dwenger High School and is anticipating a busy final semester. She has appeared as Donna in THE TAFFETAS, MAMA'S TURN, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING Adrien Gauthier, Jamie Cochran TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT and BRIGADOON at the Civic. She was recently featured as the narrator Matthew/Mary in COTTON PATCH GOSPEL at Dwenger. Michael Todd Harris (Captain Albert Lennox) last was seen in BABY, MAMA'S TURN and JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at the Civic Theatre. He has appeared in WEST SIDE STORY and DRACULA at Purdue-Indiana Theatre and ONCE UPON A MATTRESS and CHICAGO at Arena. Michael is thankful for the love and support of his family and friends. Celeste J. Dvorak (Rose) is making her Civic Theatre debut and is a recent graduate of Oklahoma Christian University. At OCU, Celeste appeared in THE 1940'S RADIO HOUR, GUYS AND DOLLS, SHE LOVES ME and THE SECRET GARDEN. She is currently a substitute teacher for Fort Wayne Community Schools. Michael Todd Harris, Celeste /. Dvorak Joyce Collins Shedlak (Claire Holmes) also is making her Civic Theatre debut and has lived in Fort Wayne since June 1996. A graduate of DePauw University, Joyce sang with the Milwaukee Symphony Chorus and Chamber Singers for six years. She is a Harley-Davidson enthusiast and she currently teaches music at St. Jude School. Billy Haskins (Major Holmes) last was seen in MAMA'S TURN and JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at the Civic. He has performed at Grey Lite Theatre and thanks God for his ability to sing and perform. Billy is the Worship and Music Pastor of Colony Heights Church of Christ. 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Walker (Lieutenant Wright) has Civic credits that include THE MUSK MAN, SWEENEV roDD and the role of The Kralahome/ King Simon of l.egree in 11 il KING AND I. Malcolm, an Anthony Award winner, has appeared at Grey Lite Theatre and Arena Dinner Theatre as well. William D. Andrews (Lieutenant Shaw) has appeared in n IE COMEDY OF ERRORS, INHERIT THE \\ INI), BRIGADOON, BARNUM and SWEENEY TODD at the Civic Theatre. William often works backstage and at other theatres, while studying communica tions at IPFW. Left to right: Malcom D. Walker, William D. Andrews, Edye Marie Button (Alice) last was seen in THE MUSIC MAN at Edye Marie Button the Civic and gained a BFA in musical theatre at Milliken Univer sity. An aspiring professional performer, F.dye, recently married, is also the vice president of I leminger Fluid Power in Angola. Klaehn, Fahl & Melton Funeral Homes c 27 Danielle Gauthier (Children's Choir) last was seen in THE KING AND I at the Civic and is excite/jr*» be in THE SECRET GARDEN with her sister and fatnVf. Dani, 8 , is part of the Indian Meadows gifted program and hopes to be a veterinarian one day. She enjoys swimming, volleyball and piano. Mason B. Dillon (Children's Choir) last was seen in THE KING AND I at the Civic and has appeared in numerous productions at Grey Lite Theatre and Center Stage. A Memorial Park student, Mason enjoys basketball, singing and acting. He is thankful left to right: Danielle Gauthier, for his parent's theatrical support and love of the theatre. Stephanie Boyle, Mason B. Dillon Stephanie Boyle (Children's Choir) made her first stage appearance in THE KING AND I and she is excited to be a part of this show. Stephanie, 11 , enjoys reading, swimming and snow skiing. She hopes she is on the road to many more acting opportu nities. Another powerful performance he power of words, music and dance can he truly moving.Thafs why we're proud io support die arts. We believe an has ihe power to T enrich our lives and make this :m even betier place to live. We're AEP. your energy partner for an even brighter future. AMERICAN SELECTRIC POWER AEh Americas Ettergy ftirtner- 28 r Members of Dawn Hopkins Synthesizer Donna Noble Synthesizer tHe Orchestra Linda Allen Flute, piccolo Ben Wiseman Oboe, English horn Marta Oberlin Clarinet, bass clarinet Ken Jordan Percussion Shawn Jordan Percussion Eunice Wadewitz Conductor/piano 29 Eunice Wadewitz (Music Director) again The finds herself in the middle of a busy seasoi music director for Civic's THE KING AND I, BA"I Production THE SECRET GARDEN and COTTON PATCH GOSPEL and WEST SIDE STORY for Williams Theatre of Team IPFW. Eunice has been involved in more than 20 shows at the Civic and has enjoyed being the Civic Theatre resident music director for the entire 1996-97 season. As a freelance musician, Eunice is also director of music ministries at Forest Park Method ist Church, teaches piano privately and works at Dave's Music Den. Phillip Colglazier (Choreographer) is the Civic Theatre's resident choreographer/education director. He has choreo graphed OKLAHOMA!, AIN'T MISBEHAVIN', JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, MUSIC MAN and NUNSENSE II. He re cently directed BABY, PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES, THE TAFFETAS and JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT. On the Civic stage he has been seen in THE KING AND I, BARNUM, THE FANTASTICKS and RUMORS. Theatre Marquees A listing of comedies, dramas and musicals soon to be or currently playing in Fort Wayne Conversations with Mv Father First Presbyterian Theatre, West Wayne St. • March 7, 8,14,15, 21, 22, 23 Box Office 422-6329 Indiana Voices Purdue Indiana Studio Theatre, IPFW • March 20, 21, 22 • Box Office 481-6555 Waiting for Godot Purdue Indiana Williams Theatre, IPFW • February 21, 22, 28, March 1 Box Office 481-6555 You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown Arena Theatre • February 28, March 1, 7, 8,14,15, 21, 22, 23 • Box Office 493-1384 The Illusion Fort Wayne Civic Theatre, Performing Arts Center • April 4, 5, 6,10,11,12,13 f^. Box Office Opens March 24 • 424-5220 .30 ( The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and HkM NORWEST mm^mmmmm present jj#//^#/^f(?y/^g by Tony Kushner Directed by Al Franklin April 4,5,6,10,11,12,13 Member Box Office Opens March 24,1997 Public Box Office Opens March 25,1997 424-5220 JE©J&i# c BCSR 31 Bill Wunderlin (Stage Manager) has worked on more than 90 shows, including the recent BABY, THE KING AND I, MAMA'S TURw" - and JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT. He won a second Civic Technical Anthony in 1995, becoming the first person in Civic history to do so. He also received a Service to the Theatre Award from Arena Theatre in 1994, as well as best director for BABY. Joyce Van Ry (Assistant Stage Manager) started working backstage at the Civic Theatre in 1984 on prop crew and 44 shows later is still found backstage. She enjoys the commitment of being on the stage management crew. This year she has assistant stage managed THE KING AND I and stage managed BABY as well. 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Fort Wayne 489-19^0 34 1997-98 Season O R T July 25-August 10, 1997 • Fiddler On the Roof • by Joseph Stein, Jerry Bock & Sheldon Harnick This classic musical drama lakes place in Czarisl Russia. Tevye, Ins wife, Golde. and their five daughters are one of the hard working Jewish families observing the "old ways." The old ways, however, no longer suffice ami Tevye must change with the new times. September 19-28, 1997 • The Taming of the Shrew • by William Shakespeare William Shakespeare's robust comedy of the fortune-hunting Petruccio wooing, winning and. ultimately, taming Ihe toild and head-strong Katherine. November 7-16, 199" • Oil City Symphony • by Mike Craver, Mark Hardwick, Debra Monk, Mary Murfitt This hilarious musical romp by the creator* of PUMI mixes rock standards, old-fashioned melodies and original songs when four alumni of the local high school come back to give a recital in honor of their beloved music teacher. January 9-18, 1998 • The Miracle Worker • by William Gibson This is the stirring and heart-mirming true story of Helen Keller and her teacher, Annie Sullivan. As a deaf, blind and mute child. Helen was bitter, violent and spoiled until young Annie, raised in institutions and once blind herself, arrived to teach I Iclcn the most basic skill she needed in her life, language. This emotionally charged drama is a theatrical masterpiece. pitting two strong females head to head reaching for the ultimate breakthrough. February 20-March 8, 1998 • Guys and Dolls • by Frank Loesser, Jo Swerling, Abe Burrows This fast-paced, stylish musical comedy is set in New York City. Nathan Detroit, operator of a legendary floating crap game, evades marriage to his fiancee ot fourteen years and Sky Masterson revels in his reputation as a notorious gambler and ladies' man. When Nathan bets Sky that even he cannot sweep the prim Miss Sarah Brown off to Havana, all bets are on! April 3-11, 1998 • TWO Trains Running • by August Wilson This brilliant and funny drama by Pulitzer Prize-winning playumght August Wilson depicts life in Pittsburgh for (he characters in Memphis lee's downtown coffee shop. Taking place in 1969 in a neighkirhootl on Ihe brink of economic development. TWO 7"R.'WiVS KUWIXC. is one in a scries of plays portraying the lives of African-Americans in this century. Wilson reveals simple truths, hopes and dreams while creating a microcosm of an era. May 8-io, 1998 • Laurie Beechman in Concert A concert performance by the singer Andreiv Lloyd Webber called the Ivst interpreter of his music in the world. Laurie, along with her backup combo, sings the songs she helped make famous on Broada-ay. Creator of the role of Ihe Narrator in JOSEPH AND Call 422-8641 for Membership Information •:- Production Technical Director Richard Grubb Stage Manager Bill WundA * Staff Assistant Stage Manager Joyce Van Ry* Rehearsal Pianists Lyn Dillon, Donna Noble Master Carpenters Jonathan Sandmaier*, Ryan Berkes Production Assistants Rod O'Connor, Lynda High* Lightboard Operator Mark Evans* Soundboard Operator Chris Chapman* Assistant Soundboard Operator Stephen Shannon Fly Crew Terry Castleman*, Lance Cordill, Stephen Shannon Floor Manager Tim Doerr Floor Crew ... Georgeanna Nehrig*, Ricky Talarico*, Becky Talarico*, Clarence Tennis, Beverly McCavitt, Brianne McCavitt Follow Spot Operator Josh Richie Prop Running Crew Beth Fisher*, Carol Castleman* Set Construction and Painting George Koegel*, Nancy Hancock, Karen Kreigh, Carol Clauser*, Ricky Talarico*, Marty Davis Jim Clauser*, Tim Roberts*, Chris Chapman, Mark Evans*, Bill Sansom*, Tim Domer, Wanda Jacobson*, Linda Miller*, Cynthia Laffkas* Assistant Costumer Schellie Engelhart Costume Assistants Kay Schulenberg, Sarah Lankenau Costume Construction Kathy Pelter*, Nancy Sansom, Amy Sansom, Donna Hensley, Sara Black*, RSVP Ladies*, Beth Franklin, Carol Castleman* Dresser Carol Castleman* Photography John Escosa Acknowledgements Craig Monk, East Noble High School, Plymouth Congregational Church, UCC Fort Wayne Philharmonic Special thanks to George Koegel* in leading the way on the meticu lous assembly of the doll house. 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