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Home , A Chorus Line, Ballroom (musical), Crazy for You (musical)

52nd SEASON

Music by Lyrics by Edward Kieban Book by James Kirkwood, Jr. &

Performances at the SARATOGA CIVIC THEATER 13777 Fruitvale Avenue in Saratoga March 11 - April 8, 2017 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

elcome to “A ”, the second production of WVLO Musical ’s 52nd Season, the 40th Anniversary celebration of those unsung heroes of the American —the chorus Wdancers who back up the stars and make them look even more talented than they are. Our final production of this season will be “Catch Me If You Can”, based on the hit film that starred Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hanks. You’re Invited!! Whether you are already one of our 1000+ subscribers or here Presents in the Saratoga Civic Theatre for the very first time, we invite you to join us this November for our 53rd Season. It will open with “Bullets Over Broadway”, a South Bay Premiere of Woody Allen’s Broadway hit, followed by “Sister Act, A Divine Comedy”, based on the popular film starring Whoopi Goldberg and closing with another great musical comedy, Monty Python’s “”. Look at Our Centerfold!!! Included in this program is a special blue insert which we invite you to use to subscribe to WVLO Musical Theatre Company’s Music by Marvin Hamlisch • Lyrics by • Book by James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante 53rd musical season. Subscribe NOW to ensure good seats and substantial savings Originally Conceived, Choreographed & Directed by Michael Bennett over the cost of individual tickets. Current subscribers may also use this form to Starring renew for next season. All subscription and individual ticket orders will be processed Devin Adler, Joey Alvarado, Andrew Cooperfauss, according to the date on which they are received, but actual tickets will not be Christopher Crosby Cruz, A.J. Duprey, Chris Denson, assigned or mailed until after this season’s last production has concluded in July. Catherine Dietrich, Dave Ellis, Ashley Faus, Timothy Ford, Let me close by stating that you, the audience members who share your support Megan Griffin, Tony Gonzales, David Kautz, Daria Keidar, and enthusiasm for WVLO Musical Theatre Company’s endeavors, make it a Kriselle Kelsey, David Lamcke, Elizabeth Claire Lawrence, truly gratifying experience for all of us involved, both on the stage and behind the Samantha Lunsford, Jessica Maxey, Amanda Nguyen, scenes. And we extend our special gratitude to those subscribers who have donated additional funds to ensure the excellent quality of sets and costumes that we strive Christine Ormseth, Minna Rogers, Jery Rosas, Stacia Stuart, to bring to this stage. We hope that you have a marvelous time at this musical and Robert Summers, and Aaron Weisberg that you will join us for our future productions. Director: Bill Starr; Music Director: Ron Bowman Vocal Directors: Anita Carey & Richard Portune; — Edward Hand, President Choreographer: Lisa Callaghan WVLO Musical Theatre Company Producer: Earl Masuda

Gala Champagne Opening: March 11, 2017. . . . . 8:00 PM WVLO MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY Fridays: March 24, 31, April 7 ...... 8:00 PM ANNOUNCES Saturdays: March 18, April 1 and 8...... 8:00 PM NEXT SEASON: 2017–2018 Saturday Matinee: March 25...... 2:30 PM We invite you to become a subscriber to our New Season Sunday Matinees: March 12, 19, 26, April 2...... 2:30 PM Please use the insert in this program! “” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are Subscribe NOW to assure good seats and substantial savings! supplied by Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc., 560 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022. Current subscribers may use this form to renew for next season. Visit our Web Site: www.wvlo.org; E-mail: [email protected]; 24-hour Voice Mail: 1-408-268-3777 CAST OF CHARACTERS (Performers Listed in Alphabetical Order) Mike ...... Devin Adler Bobby ...... Joey Alvarado A Note from the Director Zach...... Andrew Cooperfauss Alan...... Christopher Crosby Cruz Don...... A.J. Duprey I have a particular connection with this show as I was 1 of the original 15 Richie...... Chris Denson dancers asked to meet weekly at a studio in NYC late at night to discuss Vicki ...... Catherine Dietrich ‘why’ one became a dancer, or ‘how’ one took the path to become one. The reasons Hank...... Dave Ellis varied. . . some using it as an escape or some because it came naturally. We would Bebe...... Ashley Faus also discuss what other aspirations we had in show business, maybe becoming a Larry ...... Timothy Ford designer of costumes, lights, sets, or having desires to choreograph, which we did Kristine ...... Megan Griffin for each other over a 6-month period. All our sessions, and answers were put into Gregory...... Tony Gonzales a tape recorder as we let it pour out from ones heart and soul. We were all honest, Mark ...... David Kautz and true about all our responses. Toni...... Daria Keidar Diana...... Kriselle Kelsey So, what you are about to hear, and see is not from a writer sitting down with Butch...... David Lamcke a pen and paper, and creating these characters, but rather true stories that gave the Sheila...... Elizabeth Claire Lawrence reason of ‘why’ and ‘how’ one wanted, needed, and loved to dance. Judy...... Samantha Lunsford This production is for anyone who ever put on a dance shoe.... tap, jazz, ballet Val...... Jessica Maxey or , and sacrificed during their lifetime by giving their total commitment Connie...... Amanda Nguyen and dedication to earn the title and honor of being called ‘a dancer’. Tricia...... Christine Ormseth “Dancers are considered insane by those who cannot hear the music.” —unknown Cassie...... Minna Rogers Paul...... Jery Rosas Enjoy, ah 5,6,7,8.... Maggie...... Stacia Stuart —Bill Starr, Director Roy ...... Robert Summers Zach (Alternate)*...... Aaron Weisberg *Performs March 11, 12, 31, April 1 & 2. Li k e Us/Su p p o r t Us t h r o u g h So c i a l Me d i a ORCHESTRA We are looking for patrons who use social media communications Conductor...... Ron Bowman with their colleagues, friends, neighbors and associates, including Reeds...... Asa Stern, Sarah Moulder, Jordan Selburn , Facebook, LinkedIn, Squidoo, YouTube and Twitter to help publicize Steven Holmes, Kathy Switky & George Pascoe our WVLO Musical Theatre Company productions. Trumpets...... Guy Celestre, Warren Nicochea, Ian Hattan & Paul Olivo We extend an invitation to you to partner with us in promoting our Trombones...... John Fitzhugh, Miguel Lidezma, & Neil Bliss musicals and encouraging others to attend. Let’s work together to fill Keyboard 1...... Samuel Cisneros this theater! Over the years many of you have shared your support Keyboard 2...... Shannon Wang & Amanda Ku and enthusiasm for our production endeavors which makes it a truly Bass...... Andrew Lawrence Percussion 1...... Jerald Bittle gratifying experience, both on the stage and behind the scenes. Percussion 2...... Wendy Tran & Tony Gaitan

2 Not all musicians will play for each performance. PRODUCTION STAFF MUSICIAN SPOTLIGHT Producer...... Earl Masuda Asa Stern currently teaches music at Cupertino Middle Assistant Producer...... Nancy Kwong Associate Producer...... Elizabeth Dale School. Asa completed a MM in Composition at USF- Resident Music Director...... Jesse Sanchez Tampa and a MEd in Curriculum and Instruction at the Director...... Bill Starr University of the Pacific. As a performer, Asa works as a Music Director...... Ron Bowman pianist, vocalist, woodwind doubler, and conductor. He Vocal Director...... Anita Carey has conducted for many organizations, including Cazadero Assistant Vocal Director...... Richard Portune Performing Arts Camp, Davis Musical Theater Company, Vocal Coach...... Christine Ormseth Choreographer...... Lisa Callaghan Los Altos Youth Theater, Pacific Music Camp, Sunnyvale Singers, Sunnyvale Dance Captain...... Rhona McFadyen Community Players, South Bay Musical Theater, Theatre in the Mountains, Scenic Designer...... Andrew Duprey the Silicon Valley Men’s Chorus, UC Davis, and the choirs at St. Timothy’s Tech Director...... Ed Hand Episcopal Church (Mountain View), St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church Master Carpenter...... William Shepard (Tampa), and the Joint Venture Churches of Almaden Valley (San Jose). Lighting Designer...... Ed Hunter Sound Designer...... Dan Singletary He has recorded and performed with many groups, including The Choral Assistant Sound Designer ...... Brian Foley Project, Resounding Achord, and Dave Brubeck. Costumer...... Sue Howell Costume Construction...... Alice Ray, Judy Pincus SYNOPSIS OF SCENES AND MUSICAL NUMBERS Stage Co-Managers...... Michael MacKenzie & Dave Raiman Assistant Stage Manager...... Nita Rabe-Uyeno The time: 1975. The place: A Lighting Rigger ...... Dave Raiman & Rocco Vecilio Opening: “I Hope I Get It”...... Company Stage Crew...... Dawn Johnson & Frank Sherlock “I Can Do That”...... Mike Lighting Board Operator...... Matt Faus Spotlight Operators...... Don Masuda & Ellie Brownson “…And…”...... Richie, Val, Judy & Company Sound Operators...... Dave Raiman & Richard Ash “”...... Sheila, Bebe & Maggie Props...... Elizabeth Dale & Ruth E. Stein “Sing”...... Kristine, Al & Company Properties Mistress...... Nancy Dean Montage, Page 1: “Hello Twelve”...... Mark, Connie & Company Set Construction & Painting...... Ken Barone, Sherma Cook, Ed Hand, Montage, Page 2: “Nothing”...... Diana Esther Goes, Nancy Chandler, Paula Holland, Earl Masuda, Montage, Page 3: “Mother”...... Company except Larry & Zach Nita Rabe-Uyeno, William Shepard & Cast & Make-Up...... Christine Ormseth Montage, Page 4...... Judy, Greg, Richie & Company Wigs...... Andy Amaro “Dance: Ten; Looks: Three”...... Val House Manager...... Judy Pincus “The Music And The Mirror”...... Cassie Assistants...... Eileen Chavarria, Judy Pincus, Nancy Kwong, “One”...... Company Frank Sherlock “What I Did For Love” ...... Diana & Company Rehearsal/Audition Pianists ...... Karen Adkins & Russell Lee Program, Lobby & Publicity Photographer ...... Edmond Kwong of Imagewurx Bows ...... Company Program...... Marge Hand —There is no intermission— Publicity...... Cynthia Rust-Greaves Reservations & Box Office...... Ed & Marge Hand Scan this with your smartphone to go directly to our . . . Opening Night Refreshments...... Elizabeth Dale, Nancy Kwong, June Milanes, Judy Pincus, Cindy Fahrner, Frank Sherlock Lobby Concessions...... Eileen Chavarria, Megan Colopy & Judy Pincus Lobby Design, Display & Company Photos...... Edmond Kwong of Imagewurx Program Graphics ...... Diane Hoxeng Poster & Flier Design...... Edmond Kwong web page Facebook page Flier Printing...... Computer Business Services Program Printing...... CyberPress 4 5 WHO’S WHO IN OUR CAST Chris Denson (Richie) This marks Chris’ second production with WVLO, having previously appeared as Garvin and Dance Captain in “Footloose”. His most Devin Adler (Mike) Devin returns for his third show with WVLO, his previous recent performance was in the ensemble in Tabard’s “”. Other credits performances were in “Dames At Sea” and “Nice Work If You Can Get It” as Dance include City Lights: production of “Spamalot”; ensemble in SCU’s production of Captain & Ensemble. Other credits include Choreographer for “Madagascar”, “” and Calvin in “What Would Crazy Horse Do?” He is currently a “Wizard of Oz” and “” with Pacific Rep as well as “Rocky Horror Senior at SCU as a Theatre Arts Major and will graduate in June. He has performed Picture Show” and “Nunsense” with Paperwing Theatre. Performance credits include in various dance shows at SCU including jazz, modern, tap, hip-hop and ballet. A playing Peter Pan in “Pan” with Paperwing Theatre; Babe John/Dance Captain in native Californian, Chris’ future goal is to just keep dancing!!! “West Side Story” and “White Christmas” at The Western Stage. The highlight of Catherine Dietrich (Vicki) Catherine returns for her third production with his career is performing in a TED Talk alongside Tap Legend, Andrew Nemr, for WVLO, having previously appeared in “9 To 5” and “Nice Work If You Can Get TED Fellows Retreat in 2016. Devin has had thorough training in tap, jazz, and It”. She was most recently seen in “” for Woodside Community Theatre. ballet. In addition to coaching and choreographing for dance competitions, he Her favorite roles were Mrs. Paroo in “”, Henrietta in “Honk!” teaches dance and musical theatre throughout the Monterey Peninsula. and Lady Rowena in “ Upon A Mattress”. A native of San Jose, Catherine Joey Alvarado (Bobby) Joey makes his WVLO debut in this production. This earned her HAV in Psychology at Cal State Fullerton and is Director of Theater & was the first Broadway touring show he’d ever seen and it inspired him to dream Dance Department at the University Preparatory Academy. Her hobbies include about becoming an actor so he loves this show and never thought he’d have the acapella singing, painting and hiking. She sends her thanks to friends, family and chance to be in it. His impressive list of theatrical credits include productions of Jill Goodsell, her Voice teacher. “Greetings! Andy Gorsky”, “Little Shop Of Horrors”, “Out Of This World” and A.J. Duprey (Don) A.J. makes his debut in this WVLO production, but has “How To Succeed…”. His favorite roles were Bobby in “Company”, Jacob in “La several credits in DMHS’s Musicals, including “”, “Little Shop Of Horrors”, Cage aux Folles” and Bernardo in “West Side Story”. A native of , “Once Upon A Mattress” and “”. His most recent appearance was the Joey earned his BS in Business Administration and is a business Analyst at Charles Narrator in CMTSJ’s “”. He graduated from Del Mar HS, went Schwab & Co., Inc. His future goal is to finish writing his one-man show and to WVC and is currently at SJSU as a Special Ed Aide. His hobbies are Quidditch, performing it somewhere! He extends his gratitude to family and friends for their cycling and hiking, and the highlight of his career was going to the Quidditch unconditional love and support. Ward Cyp in 2014 in North Carolina. His future goal is to participate in the Andrew Cooperfauss (Zach) This marks Andy’s second show with WVLO, AIDS Life Cycle. having portrayed Judas in our production of “Jesus Christ, Superstar” in 2014. Dave Ellis (Hank) This marks Dave’s fifth production with WVLO, having He was most recently seen on this stage in SBMT’s production of “1776” as John most recently appeared as the Captain in “Dames At Sea” His favorite role to Dickinson. Other credits include “Les Miserables” with SBMT, Charlie Cowell date was that of Duke in “Nice Work If You Can Get it”, last season’s opening in “The Music Man” with LTSJ, and MC in “” for Woodside Community production. He was also seen in “” and “The Boy Friend”. He’s also Theatre. Andy earned his BA at Ohio State University and during the day acts as been a part of “It’s Still Rock And Roll To Me” with PHS and “Ragtime” with Editor-in-Chief of ChannellFireball.com a game retailer and strategy website. His Woodside Community Theatre. Dave has two awesome boys, Ryan, a hockey player future goal is to tackle Shakespeare!! and Senior at VCHS and Aaron, Theatre Arts Extraordinaire and Junior at VCHS. Christopher Crosby Cruz (Alan) Christopher joins us for his fourth production During the day, Dave is a Senior Account Manager for Avnet and dedicates this with WVLO, having appeared previously in “Jesus Christ, Superstar”, “Irene” and show to a life-long friend, David Lamcke, for his support and non-stop laughs. He “Dames At Sea”. He was most recently seen in “Edith Stein” for Tabard Theatre extends his thanks to friends and family for coming to support live theatre, you and “Little Mermaid” for PAP. His favorite roles have been Lewis in “Pippin” for touch our hearts just by being here. SCP and the role of Longaville in the musical version of “Love’s Labour’s Lost” at Ashley Faus (Bebe) Ashley returns for her second show with WVLO since she the Douglas Morrison Theater. In his spare time he works with autistic children was just seen in the Ensemble for “In The Heights” and is a regular performer around at Optimus Outcome, Inc. Christopher sends his thanks to everyone and hopes the Bay Area. She was most recently seen on this stage in SBMT’s production of you enjoy the show. “1776”. Her favorite roles include “” with WCT; “Iolanthe” with LTSJ and “The Christmas Mouse” with SCPL. She extends her gratitude to her husband for his enthusiastic support of her theatrical endeavors.

6 7 Timothy Ford (Larry) Timothy returns for his second production with WVLO, Kriselle Kelsey (Diana) Kriselle is back for her second production with having made his debut in “Irene” and he’s thrilled to be back. He loves the family WVLO, having just performed in Vanessa in last fall’s musical, “In The Heights”. atmosphere that WVLO provides. He most recently appeared in CMTSJ’s “Billy Her extensive list of theatrical credits includes “Les Miserables” (Eponine) & “West Elliot” as a miner/policeman. His dance credentials include performances as a Side Story” (Maria), both at Mt. Eden HS, Mayzie in Starstuck’s “Seussical” and member of the Lula Washington Dance Theatre and Jazzantiqua Dance & Music in “” for SCP. She is currently a student earning her BA in Theater/Directing Ensemble, both based in LA. The highlight of his career was gaining acceptance into while she directs/choreographs for Mt. Eden HS fall musical production. She is the Alvin Alley American Dance Center’s Certificate Program. Timothy earned his forever grateful for the unconditional love & support she receives from her loved BA in Theatre and Dance from UC San Diego and works by day as an Admissions ones and dedicates every performance to them. Advisor for UC Merced. He sends special thanks to family and friends and to his David Lamcke (Butch) David is back for his sixth performing production with husband, Steve, for his never ending encouragement, love and inspiration. WVLO, having appeared previously in “Dames At Sea”, “Irene”, “Sugar”, “Sweet Tony Gonzales (Gregory) Tony is thrilled to return for his fifth WVLO Charity” and “Crazy For You”. His backstage crew credits, however, number about production to perform in one of his all-time favorite shows. It has been many years twelve, including “Nice Work If You CanGet It”, “”, “How To Succeed…”, since you may have spied him in one of our previous productions such as “42nd “White Christmas”, “Sound Of Music”, & “” to mention just a few, and also Street”, “A Funny Thing…Forum”, “Guys & Dolls” and his first show on this stage, served as ASM for “Plaid Tidings” and “Jesus Christ, Superstar”. in “”, when he played Yonkers. More recently you may have seen him in other Elizabeth Claire Lawrence (Sheila) Elizabeth marks her fifth performance with Bay Area productions of “A Chorus Line” and “Music Man”, both with SCP; “Young WVLO, having appeared in “Jesus Christ, Superstar”, “Bells Are Ringing”, “How Frankenstein” and “Miss Saigon”, with PAP; “Crazy For You”, “Millie” and “Miss To Succeed…” and “Sound Of Music”. She is excited to return to the ‘line’ for the Saigon”, all with BBB and as Yonkers in SBMT’s recent production of “Gypsy”. second time, when she previously played Cassie in SCP’s 2014 “A Chorus Line”. Tony extends his gratitude to his wonderful family and friends for supporting his Other favorite roles over her 20+ years of performing include Emma Goldman non-stop warbling (as if they had a choice!) Enjoy the show!! in WCP’s “Ragtime”; Velma in Stage 1’s “Chicago”; Anita in PSP’s “West Wide Megan Griffin(Kristine) Megan makes her debut in this WVLO production Story”; Laurey in PVTC’s “Oklahoma”, and Mistress in DMTC”s “”. Elizabeth and is excited to be working on this Pulitzer Prize winning show. She works as an has two BA’s in Political Science and Communications from UC Davis and a law HR Genrealist and serves on the Board of Directors at SVCT. Some of her favorite degree from the University of Chicago. roles include Ginger Brooks in “1940’s Radio Hour”, Mallory Kingsley in “City Samantha Lunsford (Judy) Sami makes her debut with WVLO in this Of Angels” and Dorothy Gale in “The Wizard Of Oz”. Enjoy the show!! production, but she is no stranger to the theatrical stage having performed in David Kautz (Mark) David is back for his second production with WVLO, Westmont HS production of “” and “The Giver” and in numerous having previously appeared in our ensemble of “The Boy Friend”! His impressive CMTSJ’s productions, including “Cats”, “Ragtime”, “American Idiot”, “” list of theatrical credits includes many shows with StarStruck Theatre since 2012, and “In The Heights” to mention just a few. A native of Los Gatos, Samantha’s the most recent was “Joseph & ...Dreamcoat”; LTSJ’s production of “The Music future goal is to graduate from college with a degree in Kinesiology and to open Man”; Stage One’s “Spamalot” and as a dancer with Ballet Petit. Some of his favorite a dance studio that offers dance classes for rehab and physical therapy in addition roles were Cat In The Hat in “Suessical, Pinocchio in “Shrek”, Scuttle in “The to the other regular classes. Little Mermaid”, and Lefou in “Beauty And The Beast”. His hobbies are playing Jessica Maxey (Val) Jessica is appearing for the first time with WVLO, but it the piano and accordion! A native Californian, David studied with American Ballet is her second time “on the line” having previously played Maggie with SCP. Other Theatre and earned an AA degree in Voice and Music Theory at SJSU and his goal favorite credits include Frenchie in “Cabaret”, and Tzeitel in “”, is to finish college. He is also an Eagle Scout. Bambi in “Curtains” all with Hillbarn Theatre; Silly Girl/Ensemble in “Beauty And Daria Keidar (Toni/US Bebe) Daria returns for her second production with The Beast” and Anybodys in “West Side Story”, both with BBB. WVLO, but her first was on the stage crew of “Footloose”! She’s been dancing Amanda Nguyen (Connie) Amanda is thrilled to be returning this season doing since the age of 3 and has loved “Chorus Line” since she was 10 so is happy to a bucket list show and in her second production with WVLO, having previously finally be in it!! Her favorite roles have been Annabel in “Lucky Stiff” and Miranda appeared in “Dames At Sea”. She graduated in 2013 from SFSU with a BA in in “The Tempest”. A native of California, Daria is a student at Prospect HS and Drama, Emphasis in Performance. An active Bay Area performer, her credits include has danced competitively for 3 years. Her goal is to study musical theatre on the Mayzie La Bird in BACT’s “Seussical; Ensemble in CLTC’s “American Idiot” and East Coast!!! Consuelo in their “West Side Story”; Liat in FMT’s “”; Bar Girl in 8 9 PAP’s “Miss Saigon”, Ensemble in BBB’s “Kiss Me, Kate; & Lumier in WSPA’s upcoming production of “Catch Me If You Can” and as Hysterium in Pintello “Beauty And The Beast” and a few more too numerous to mention. Amanda is Comedy theater”s “Funny Thing..Forum” in September. He extends huge thanks currently in training to be a full-time substitute teacher at Mestmoor HS for the to Bill Starr for trusting him with this bucket list role as well as big thanks to the spring and instructor at BACT. great cast and production team. Most importantly, Jery sends special thanks to Christine Ormseth (Tricia) This marks Christine’s third show with WVLO YOU for supporting the local arts!! www.jeryrosas.com and she’s happy to be back in this show after a 2-year hiatus from performing. She Stacia Stuart (Maggie) Stacia is back for her second production with WVLO, normally does Hair & Makeup Design and has been doing so locally in the Bay returning after a 10 year hiatus, having performed in “Joseph…Dreamcoat”. Area for five years. Her most recent design job was PAP’s “The Little Mermaid. However, she’s been quite busy portraying other characters in SBMT’s productions She is a freelance makeup artist and wig stylist and also teaches theatrical makeup of “Fiorello”, “Kiss Me Kate”, “Funny Girl”, “Ragtime” and her most recent at Leigh HS. She sends a huge shoutout to her friends, family and work family for appearance as a soloist in “Jerry’s Girls”. Other theatrical credits include SCP’s “The supporting her and just being awesome! She hopes you enjoy the show! Mystery of Edwin Drood” and “”; TITM’s “Spamalot” and “Into The Minna Rogers (Cassie) Minna returns for her third production with WVLO, Woods”; and DMTC’s “Cabaret”. Some of her favorite roles include Tessie Tura in having previously appeared as Maria in “Sound Of Music”and as Mona in “Dames “Gypsy”, Phyllis in “42nd Street”, Woodstock in “Snoopy! The Musical”. A native At Sea”. She performs and choreographs in throughout the Bar Area and Californian, Stacia earned her BA in Theatre Arts from UC Davis and by day is teaches dance at a local studio. Minna sends her thanks and love to her amazing the Store Manager at Dance Theatre Shop in Mountain View. family. This performance “is dedicated to my love, Gary Stanford, my biggest Robert Summers (Roy) Robert returns for his 19th production with WVLO, supporter and fan, who lets me wake up in the morning to find I have somewhere his most memorable was in the role of Jim in “” which earned him the exciting to go.” ERMA Award for Best Supporting Actor. Other credits on our stage include roles Jery Rosas (Paul) Jery is beyond thrilled to be returning to WVLO to be a in “In The Heights”, “Dames At Sea”, “”, “Cats”, “Aida”, part of his 17th WVLO production!! His favorite roles so far: Bobby in “Crazy For “”, “Will Rogers ”, “42nd Street”, “South Pacific”, “How To You”, Daphne/Jerry in “Sugar”, Phil Davis in “White Christmas”; Judas in SCP’s Succeed…”, “Camelot”, “King & I”, and “”. He was in SCP’s “Jesus Christ, Superstar”, Gregory in “A Chorus Line”, Robert in Limelight Actor “Into The Woods”, Monterey Peninsula College’s “Evita” and “Les Miserables” Theater’s “Boeing Boeing” Max in “Lend Me A Tenor” and a Singer in SBSC’s and in a “A Change Of Heart” with 8 Tens and 8 in Santa Cruz. Robert has also “The Subject Is Love”. He has already been cast as Detective Carl Hanratty in our performed with the San Benito Stage Company in “Les Miserables”, “Spamalot” and “Big River”. He enjoys magic, guitar, soccer and aikido. By day, Robert is a Software Developer for Unicom Systems. He sends his love to his family for their Memorial Theater Arts Scholarships support. Aaron Weisberg (Zach Altermate) Aaron returns to the WVLO stage for his We are pleased to announce the fourth production with WVLO, having previously appeared as Jeff Moss in “Bells 15th Annual Pincus Scholarship and Are Ringing”, Mr. Hart in “9 To 5) and King Herod in “Jesus Christ, Superstar”. Recent credits include Harold Hill in LTSJ”s “The Music Man”, Freddy in Broadway 3rd Annual Janet Cazel Scholarship for 2017. West’s “Noises Off” and Dan in SVCT’s “”. Aaron extends his Dedicated to the memory of Gene and Cele Pincus who worked tirelessly thanks to all the dancers that work so hard to share their love with all of us. Much in support of WVLO for 25 years and to the memory of Janet Cazel, a love to Cindy. long-time WVLO supporter, the two scholarships each award annually, on a competitive basis, an amount of $1,000 to two Santa Clara County graduating HS seniors who intend to pursue a career in Theater Arts and Grateful Acknowledgements who have demonstrated a high degree of involvement in the performing arts Barbara Heninger and South Bay Musical Theatre, Gerald Carter throughout his/her HS career. Please note that there is only one application and West Valley College Drama Department, Del Mar HS Drama to file for both scholarships. Deadline is Saturday, March 18, 2017. Please Department, Julie Moylan, Judy Pincus, Alice Ray, Ruth E. Stein and go to the WVLO web site for additional information. Jon Wenger. Finale costumes provided by FCLO Music Theatre.

10 11 WHO’S WHO IN OUR CAST

Devin Adler Joey Alvarado Andrew Cooperfauss Christopher Crosby Elizabeth Claire Samantha Lunsford Jessica Maxey Amanda Nguyen Cruz Lawrence

Chris Denson Catherine Dietrich A.J. Duprey Dave Ellis Christine Ormseth Minna Rogers Jery Rosas Stacia Stuart

Ashley Faus Timothy Ford Tony Gonzales Megan Griffin Robert Summers Aaron Weisberg

David Kautz Daria Keidar Kriselle Kelsey David Lamcke

12 13 WHO’S WHO ON OUR STAFF Music at Castillero Middle School. A native of Washington state, he moved to California to attend the University of Pacific’s Conservatory of Music. Since Earl Masuda (Producer) This is Earl’s 23rd WVLO production then he has earned a Master of Music in Saxophone Performance from USC and since 2008! He’s been in the Cast, or on Crew or Staff. Earl’s Master’s in conducting from the American Band College. As a performer, Ron favorite role was being in the quartet in “Breaking Up Is Hard is a saxophonist with the SF Wind Ensemble, plays saxophone and clarinet with To Do”. This marks Earl’s third production as Lead Producer, Winchester Orchestra, the Cambrian Symphony and is a woodwind doubler with previous shows being “Oklahoma!” and “Footloose, the Musical”. theater groups through the Bay Area. Ron was also part of our wonderful orchestra Earl thanks his wife, Pat, sons, Matt & Chris, for putting up with for “In The Heights” earlier this season. him during productions. Lastly, he thanks his family and friends Anita Carey (Vocal Director) Anita is honored to be a part for their continued support. of this WVLO production. She has vocal directed a Sinatra Nancy Kwong (Assistant Producer) Nancy returns for her 16th 100th birthday celebration, “Fiorello”, “Oklahoma”, “Promises, assignment in her 37 years of involvement with WVLO!! She Promises”, “Guys & Dolls”, “42nd Street”, “Mack & Mabel”, produced our first show of the season last fall and has performed, “Hello, Dolly”, “Chicago, “Ragtime”, “South Pacific”, “Camelot”, choreographed and served as a Board Member throughout those “”, “Damn Yankees”, and “The Fantastics”. years as well. She earned her BA from CSU and MBA in Speech She has served as Music Director or Assistant on “Cabaret”, “Ain’t Pathology from SJSU and applies those teaching skills in the Misbehavin’”, “Into The Woods” and “Little Shop of Horrors”. Anita is proud to OGSD. In her spare time, she keeps in touch with Cameron, in have been associated with SBMT, WVLO, SCP, TheatreWorks, LTSJ, as well as college in Santa Fe, NM, and with Riley, a Senior at Homestead HS. many theatres in the Boston area. She sends her love to MMY. Richard Portune Elizabeth Dale (Associate Producer) Elizabeth just completed her (Assistant Vocal Director) Richard is honored Producer slot with “In The Heights”, the first show of our season to work on his third show with WVLO in this staff position. and now steps into a “helper” role for this one. For the past 29 Previous credits include “In Th Heights” (TBA Recommended) years she has served in various Staff positions, such as SM, ASM, and “Footloose”. As a student of SJSU, Richard had both the stage crew, lighting crew in addition to assisting most of the other privilege of studying under world-renowned choral conductor, Dr. positions. She has served on the Board of Directors for several years Charlene Archibeque, and the honor of performing with Andrea and has always received major support from her husband, Lester, Bocelli and The Rolling Stones. He is thrilled to be working with during their 60 years of marriage. Liz is one of our most dedicated volunteers. an amazing staff on such an iconic show and hopes that you enjoy the fruits of everyone’s hard work. He sends love to his friends, family and Tim Shannon. Bill Starr (Director ) Bill is thrilled to be back at WVLO with “A Jesse Sanchez Chorus Line” making it his 7th production with others being “The (Resident Music Director) Jesse is proud to have been Boy Friend”, “Crazy For You”, “CATS”, “Sweet Charity”, “Where’s associated with WVLO for over ten years. Credits here include Charlie?” & “Dames At Sea”, He has been the recipient of the “In The Heights”, “Foot-loose”, “Dames At Sea”, “Nice Work If Bay Area Theater Critics Circle Award for his work with “Irving You Can Get It”, “Irene”, “The Boy Friend” as well as others too Berlin, In Revue”, and a winner of “Standout Production” by the numerous to mention. Recent honors and awards include 2017 Silicon Valley Theater Award for his work on “”, and Carnegie Hall guest Conductor, 2016 NCBA Band Director of a nominee for “Top Honors Award”. In the near future Bill will open “Aladdin” the Year, 2015 WVC Hall of Fame inductee, and 2015 Comcast mid-January at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. 2017 is starting off with a Bay Area All-Star Teacher of the Year finalist. Jesse trained at University of Idaho’s bang as after “Chorus Line” opens he begins the Bay Area premiere of “Sister Act” Lionel Hampton School of Music and earned a BM in Music Education. Currently, in Foster City. It is always a pleasure returning to WVLO with Jesse serves as adjunct faculty at St. Mary’s College in Moraga. such a supportive staff, and so much talent in the area. Lisa Callaghan (Choreographer) Lisa returns for her eleventh Ron Bowman (Music Director) Ron is excited to return for his production with WVLO, having most recently choreographed second production with WVLO in this staff position, having “Nice Work If You Can Get It”, the opening production of our previously been Music Director for “Nice Work If You Can Get 51st season. She first choreographed “Once Upon A Mattress” It” in the fall of 2015. He spends his days teaching instrumental back in 2006 and has since added her terpsichorean talents to 14 15 “The Boy Friend”, “Grease”, “Sugar”, “West Side Story”, “Breaking Up Is Hard Sound Designer and Rigging Head for several productions. When not playing at To Do”, “White Christmas” and “”. Her extensive list of the theater, Dan works as a Design Verification Engineer at Apple, having recently credits includes productions at SCU, PHS and all over the Bay Area. Lisa earned completed a 16-year turn at Cisco Systems. her BA in Theatre/Dance at SCU, has been dancing for over 40 years and teaching Mike MacKenzie (Co Stage Manager) This will be Mike’s 42nd for more than 25 years. Welcome back, Lisa!! production with WVLO, his most recent was on the Stage Crew Rhona McFadyen (Dance Captain) Rhona is thrilled to be back for “In The Heights”. The majority of his time has been spent at WVLO, after appearing as Tess in 2013’s “Crazy For You”. A on stage crew, but he often dons a character costume to appear dancer all her life, Rhona has always enjoyed sharing her love of onstage (which he has done on several occasions!) He is a retired dance with children and teens. She is currently choreographing electronics tech and his hobbies are photography and his beautiful the school musical and shows at PHS. She occasionally appears wife, Cay, not necessarily in that order. Mike also loves to travel, in a show of her own- she most recently appeared in SBMT’s but he especially enjoys ‘manipulating’ the sets and his crew! production of “Gypsy” as Dainty June. She wants to thank Lisa Dave Raiman (Co Stage Manager) Dave has been involved since for the opportunity and her roommates and wife for her sanity. 1991 with many WVLO productions, his most recent as Sound Andrew Duprey (Scenic Designer) Andrew is delighted to be Operator for “In The Heights”. He has recently become our Web asked back to design his second show with WVLO. His last set Master and we’re delighted to have his expert internet services on designs were the wrecking ball and battleship in “Dames At Sea” our Web. He was the recipient of the Jean Hutchins Award for for WVLO and the sets for “Drowsy Chaperone” at Del Mar HS. the 2009–2010 season and, like Mike, has been coerced at times He has designed and supervised construction of over 25 shows to don a tuxedo and dance in our ballroom scenes! A graduate of in the Campbell Union High and Elementary School Districts, the University of Illinois in Computer Engineering, he works for IBM and we’re in support of his children’s involvement in theater. His current looking forward to seeing more of him when he retires!! favorite set piece is featured in the last 90 seconds of this show. By day, he is a Sue Howell (Costumer) Sue returns after almost 3 years’ absence Recreation Therapist in Polytrauma at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. to her costuming task with WVLO, her most recent was “Crazy Ed Hunter (Lighting Designer) Ed lights up our stage in his third For You”. Her costuming efforts with WVLO have been seen in production for WVLO, having served in this staff position for “The Drowsy Chaperone”, “Cats”, “Aida”, “West Side Story”, “Sugar” and “9 To 5”. He has worked with many other companies “Sound Of Music”, “Honk!”, “Joseph…Dreamcoat” and “How in the South Bay including PAP, TheatreWorks, WBO, and LTSJ. To Succeed…”. She has additional credits, including coaching His recent designs were seen in SCP’s productions of “A Chorus at Leigh HS and designing for PHS and Saratoga HS. Sue has Line”, “Rent”, “Spring Awakening” and “Shrek, the Musical”; recently ended her 11½ year career at Ballet San Jose and now is enjoying her PAP’s “The Little Mermaid” and “Day In Hollywood/Night In granddaughter and is working at various venues around San Jose. The Ukraine”; and WBO’s” “Madama Butterfly”. By day, Ed is an engineering Our apologies and sincere thanks to any staff, crew, or other contributors or volunteers manager at Netflix. whom we failed to mention due to the early publication deadline of this program. Dan Singletary (Sound) Dan returns to this staff position after just serving as Sound Designer for WVLO’s last production of “In The Heights”. He has been involved with SBMT and WVLO since 2013, when he discovered the Saratoga theater groups by HELP US “GET THE WORD OUT” playing trombone in the orchestra. He quickly moved on to music If you participate in Facebook, please spread the word about our musical direct many productions in Saratoga, including “”, “Les productions. “Like us” on Facebook (we already have a page there for WVLO) Miserables”, “Promises, Promises”, “42nd Street”, “Funny Thing… so we invite you to become a partner with us in publicizing our musicals and Forum”, “The Producers”, “Chicago”, “1776”, “La Cage Aux Folles”, “Beauty And encouraging others to attend. The Beast”, “Thoroughly Modern Millie” and “Ragtime”. Other musical direction credits include the award-winning “Urintetown” at SCP. Dan has become an active Let’s work together to fill this theater. The performers who share their time contributor in many areas at SBMT, having served as Producer, Co-Producer, and talent for you deserve to have a full theater of enthusiastic patrons.

16 17 ACRONYMS/ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS PROGRAM —Special Dedication— I would like to dedicate this show to my college music professor, the late ASM Assistant Stage Manager TBA Theatre Bay Area Mr. Galen Marshall, who was the most influential person who taught me to love BA Bachelor of Arts TITM Theatre In The Mountains and appreciate music. “ A Chorus Line” was one of his favorite musical shows. BBB Broadway By The Bay WBO West Bay BS Bachelor of Science WVCT West Valley College Theatre —Earl Masuda, Producer CMTSJ Children’s Musical Theatre WVLO West Valley Light Opera’s of San Jose Musical Theatre Company CSU Chico State University Tips On How To Be a Great Audience ERMA Enid & Ross Maurice Computer Business Service Award Quality Printing & Direct Mail 1. Please turn all cell phones, networked-watches and other FCLO Fullerton Civic Light Opera Service electronic devices to the “OFF” position. FMT Foothill Musical Theatre 6472 Camden Ave #106 San Jose CA 95120 2. Please arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes prior to the HS High School announced curtain time of the performance. LASC Los Altos Stage Company (408) 268-1990 LAYT Los Altos Youth Theater •Postcards 3. Talking during a performance is very distracting to other •Business Cards LGHS Los Gatos High School •Envelopes audience members as well as to the performers. LTSJ Lyric Theatre of San Jose •Letterhead 4. Flash photography is not permitted as it poses a serious MPC Monterey Peninsula College •Flyers threat to the safety of the performers and is disruptive to OGSD Oak Grove School District •Carbonless Forms •Labels other audience members. PAP Palo Alto Players •Posters PHS Presentation High School •Direct Mail Advertising 5. Due to copyright laws, performance recordings are strictly SCU Santa Clara University prohibited. This includes audio and video recorders as well SPECIAL SFSU San Francisco State We Will Donate 10% as cellular devices such as phones and tablets. University To WVLO From Orders SJSU San Jose State University Placed By WVLO Patrons 6. Patrons with very small children should sit near an aisle Use Code #WV100 SM Stage Manager for easy evacuation should a child become restless. SVCT South Valley Community 7. Please ask an usher to show you where the restrooms are Theatre located. 8. Smoking is never allowed anywhere on the City of Saratoga grounds. 9. Please be considerate of patrons who have a sensitivity to strong perfumes and aftershaves and use a ‘softer touch’. If there is any way we can make your performing arts experience more enjoyable, please let an usher know.

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18 19 WVLO Musical Theatre Company Awards WVLO Musical Theatre Company’s Information

The following awards, chosen by the Staff, are presented to a member of each SARATOGA CIVIC THEATER fice on the night of performance unless accompanied production who has made an outstanding contribution to the success of that 13777 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070 by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. production in the following areas. Listed are awards for the past few productions. In the City of Saratoga Office Complex All exchanges are subject to availability. Sorry, no BOX OFFICE ticket refunds. Captain’s Cape Award— Presented in memory of our late President, In Saratoga Civic Theater HANDICAPPED SEATING -Captain R.P. Maurice to an outstanding member of the ensemble. Across from West Valley College Special seating is available for diferently-abled pa Marlene Berner—“Jesus Christ, Superstar” Tickets & Information (408) 268-3777 trons. Please notify the ticket seller in advance when David Lamcke—“Crazy For You” (Voice Mail available 24 hours daily.) purchasing tickets, or ask the house manager for more .Cynthia Rust-Greaves—“Oklahoma!” Theater Box Offce opens one hour before show- information Amanda Vogel and Samantha Stidham—“The Boy Friend” time. HEARING-IMPAIRED Emily Goes—and “Irene” ADMINISTRATION OFFICES A hearing-impaired enhancement listening system Devin Adler—“Nice Work If You Can Get It” Mailing Address has been installed in this theater for all WVLO P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031 performances. Hearing-impaired patrons may obtain Captain’s Cape Award—The Cast of “In The Heights” Telephone: (408) 358-1896 personal headsets with individual volume controls in Orchestra Award—Presented to an outstanding member of the orchestra. Fax: (408) 356-0135 the lobby refreshment area next to the Box Office. Ralph Zazula—“Jesus Christ, Superstar” PERFORMANCE TIMES LATE ARRIVALS Faye Yang & Paul Olivo—“Crazy For You” Fri./Sat. Eves 8:00 PM Curtain times are prompt. As a courtesy to our audi- Sat./Sun. Matinees 2:30 PM Jean Narunsky—“Oklahoma!” ence and performers, late arrivals will be seated by an Thurs. Eves 8:00 PM usher at an appropriate time and may not be seated George Vargas—“The Boy Friend” TICKET PRICES* in their exact seats until intermission. Neil Bliss—“Irene” Gala Openings $37 REMINDERS (Includes champagne & reception) Susan Schadeck-Chase and David Swager—“Nice Work If You Can Get It” • No smoking in the theater or lobby. Amanda Ku—“In The Heights” Fri./Sat. Eves $35 Sat./Sun. Matinees $35 • No cameras, video or audio-tape recorders are Technical Award—Presented to an outstanding member of the Student/Teacher Rush $20 permitted in the theater. stage crew in memory of our late Production Manager, Linda Wallitner. Children under 12 $20 • WVLO is not responsible for theft or for loss of personal property. Christine Ormseth—“Jesus Christ, Superstar” Seniors (65 & over) $2 off Children (13 to 17) $2 off • Food and beverages are permitted in the lobby Casey Keyes—“Crazy For You” *Prices include City Surcharge of $2.50 only. Don Masuda—“Oklahoma!” GROUP DISCOUNTS • Family and guests wishing to greet performers are Dave Raiman—“The Boy Friend” Are available for all productions except Opening asked to wait in the lobby. Cynthia Rust-Greaves—“Irene” Nights. the Box Office on our 24-hour Voice • Patrons are discouraged from bringing toddlers and Amber Fank—“Nice Work If You Can Get It” Mail at (408) 268-3777. Special Bookings for fund- infants to any regular performance because they are Matt Faus—“In The Heights” raisers are also available. potentially distracting to other patrons and perform- TICKET EXCHANGES ers. Every person, regardless of age, must purchase Jean Hutchins Award—Presented in memory of Jean Hutchins, our late a ticket. Season ticket holders can exchange their tickets at • Schedules are subject to change. ticket lady—the recipient is chosen annually by the Board of Directors. any time up to 24 hours before a performance, free of 2009–10 Season—Dave Raiman charge. Subscription tickets for missed performances • As a courtesy to all patrons, please turn off all watch 2010–11 Season—Frank Sherlock may NOT be exchanged. Non-subscription tickets alarms, paging devices, and cellular telephones upon entering the theater. 2011–12 Season—Nancy Dean may be exchanged up to 24 hours before a performance for another seat to the same production free of charge. • Please note the nearest exit from your assigned seat. 2012–2013 Season—Dawn Johnson Non-subscriber tickets for missed performances may In the unlikely event of an emergency, please WALK 2013–2014 Season—David Lamcke NOT be exchanged. to an exit. 2014–2015 Season—Nita Rabe-Uyeno To exchange: Call the Box Office (408) 268-3777 • WVLO appreciates your help in accommodating or mail to: WVLO, P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA patrons with sensitivity to strong perfumes and 95031. Exchanges received through the mail will be aftershaves. We request our patrons use a softer held for pick up at the Saratoga Civic Theater Box Of- touch so as not to exacerbate allergies. Thank You. 20 21 WVLO Musical Theatre Company A Non-Profit Organization The object of this Association is to promote cultural activity in the area and to provide opportunities for anyone with dramatic aspirations to take part in theatrical productions under the guidance of experienced Directors. We sincerely hope you enjoy our musical comedy season. Should you wish to become a subscriber, just call our Box Office Voice Mail at (408) 268-3777 for information. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031 Telephone: (408) 358-1896 Fax (408) 356-0135

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SPECIAL FUNDRAISER PERFORMANCE of “A CHORUS LINE” Thursday, March 23, 2017 8:00 PM Proceeds to support scholarships for worthy students Country Woman’s Club of Campbell — 111 Years of Service For information/tickets, contact Roberta Howe: [email protected] Or call (408) 655-4768 23 West Valley Light Opera Donors: 2016–2017 Season

WVLO Musical Theatre Company acknowledges the generosity of the following donors who have contributed to maintaining our productions’ excellence for the upcoming season. We are deeply grateful for your support!

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