Scaling the Walls A Theatrical Potpourri Produced by special arrangement w/Samuel French & The Dramatic Publishing Company Scaling the Walls ACT ONE “One Tin Soldier” ................................................by Dennis Lambert & Brian Potter ........................................................Concert Choir Soloists, Laurice Brown and Rusty Anderson Us and Them One Act Play by David Campton Time: Any Time Setting: Any Place Cast Members: Recorder ........................... Eric Bill Spokesman (A) ................. Jeremy Hamp & Cyrus Fees Spokesman (B) ................. Mike Busch & Wyatt Haas (A’s) (B’s) Farmers ............................. Carlos Orozco Dustin Christensen Doctors ............................. Matt Winkel Lindy Mikos Business Persons .............. Jeremy Hamp Rachel Litwiller Children ............................ Brad Davidson Jessica Walstrom Brad Riesgraf John Schminke Mothers ............................. Jennifer Miner Melissa Garber Jessica Nelson Misty Jones Actresses ........................... Nicole Groat Sarah Augustine Photographers ................... Rachel Kruse Sarah Gregory Carpenters ......................... Kim Vinsand Kyle Smith Ministers ........................... Jamie Nielsen Wyatt Haas Coaches ............................. Kari Kaufman Mike Busch Waiters .............................. Annemarie Wren Adam Grieser Construction Workers ....... Laurice Brown Mitch Brokaw Policeman ......................... Cyrus Fees Andrea Elias Musicians .......................... Keith Baedke Rachel Vernon “Butterfly Kisses”................................................by Randy Thomas and Bob Carlisle .......................................... Soloist, Adam Grieser Solo Dance choreographed and performed by Lindsay Anderson Accompanied by John Schminke Tell Me Another Story, Sing Me A Song One Act Play by Jean Lennox Toddie First Produced by Actors Theatre of Louisville Setting: Home Time: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow Cast Members: Daughters: Mothers: Lindy Mikos Misty Jones Megan Paxson Annemarie Wrenn Jessica Walstrom Molana Wilkinson “I’ll Be” ...............................................................................by Diane Warren ............................................................................Vocal Jazz Multi-media Slide Presentation “Iowa Central’s Mothers and Daughters” Prepared by Dan Schiefelbein Soloist, Jennifer Harp INTERMISSION ACT TWO “Written in the Stars”...................................... Music by Elton John, Lyrics by Tim Rice .................................................Concert Choir Soloists, Angie Pelz and Jeff Bluml The Man Who Couldn’t Dance One Act Play by Jason Katim Setting: The attic of Gail’s home in Connecticut Time: The Present Cast Members: Eric ................................... Adam Grieser Gail ................................... Megan Paxson “Tragedy” ...........................................................By Barry, Maurice, and Robin Gibb .................................................Soloist, Jeff Bluml Dance Choreographed by Lindsay Anderson and Laurice Brown Performed by Lindsay, Laurice, Keith Baedke, Adam Grieser, and Mike Busch A Little Something for the Ducks One Act Play by Jean Lenox Toddie Setting: The grounds of a senior citizen’s housing complex Time: Today Cast Members: Samuel .............................. Bashir Britt Irma ................................... Laurice Brown “Go Light Your World” ........................................................by Chris Rice .........................................................................Concert Choir Joined by the Sonshine Singers Soloists, Kari Kaufman and Jeff Bluml EPILOGUE The Sneetches By Dr. Seuss Performed by the cast of Us and Them Music by Marcos Santos, Mary Heimbruch, and Denis Kelleher Please - no flash photography for the safety of the performers. ABOUT THE CAST Sarah Augustine, daughter of Dennis and Patricia Augustine, is a freshman at Iowa Central with plans to major in radio broadcasting. Sarah is involved with Concert Choir, Vocal Jazz, and works at the college radio station. She enjoys hanging out with friends, shopping, singing, and listening to music. Her stage experience includes plays and musicals throughout high school with her favorite performance being Bloody Mary in South Pacific during her senior year. Sarah has most enjoyed meeting new people and making new friends during this production and wants everyone to know, “We worked very hard to give a good show.” Keith Baedke, son of Frank and Carol Baedke, is a sophomore at Iowa Central with plans to major in music. Keith is involved with Concert Choir, Encore Singers, Concert Band, and Jazz Band. His stage experience includes Guys and Dolls, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Jesus Christ Superstar, Pink Panther Strikes Again, Pirates of Penzance, and Music Man with his favorite performances being Jesus Christ Superstar and Pirates of Penzance. Keith has most enjoyed attempting to breakdance with his fellow McBean and attempt- ing to be an emcee during this production and wants everyone to know, “I love you all and star bellied sneeches rule!” Eric Bill, son of Patricia and Duane Bill, is a freshman at Iowa Central with plans to major in music. Eric is involved with Concert Choir, Vocal Jazz, and Encore Singers. He enjoys music and theatre. His stage experience includes Wizard of Oz. Eric has most enjoyed the star off machine during this production and wants everyone to know, “It was really me who made up the dances, not the others.” Bashir Britt, son of Yvette Britt, is a sophomore here at Iowa Central with plans to major in business or acting and then transfer to a Divsion I school. Bashir is involved with football and enjoys acting in his spare time. His stage experience includes a minor role in the movie Juice, with his favorite performance being a soldier in Jesus Christ Superstar. Bashir has most enjoyed working with two talented females in Laurice and Mrs. Jackson during this production and wants everyone to know that he will try his best not to forget his lines. Mitch Brokaw, son of Gary and Karen Oleson, is a freshman at Iowa Central with plans to major in theatre and broadcasting. Mitch is the “drive-up king” at Randall’s and enjoys doing things that are fun. His stage experience includes two high school musicals and his eighth grade musical. Mitch has most enjoyed being a part of something so great during this production and wants everyone to know, “Be a part of something that makes you feel like you’re on top of the world.” Laurice Brown, daughter of Jerry and Lynn Pedersen, is a sophomore at Iowa Central with plans to major in musical theatre and have Rosie O’Donnell pay for her to go to UCLA or Webster. Laurice is involved with Girl Scouts and Comedia Musica Players. She enjoys idolizing Julie Andrews, Bob Fosse, Jason Robert Brown, Bernadette Peters and every other member of the Actor’s Studio. Her stage experience includes almost 20 local productions and being the assistant stage manager/swing performer last summer at Surflight Theatre in New Jersey. Her favorite performances are Rosie in Bye Bye Birdie and Alice Beane’s understudy in Titanic. Laurice has most enjoyed venting during this production and wants everyone to know, “The happy exterior is all a facade. I’m evil!” Mike Busch, son of Al and Katie Busch, is a sophomore at Iowa Central with plans to major in business. Mike is involved with theatre, his hometown band, and his part-time job at Tradehome Shoes. He enjoys playing guitar, listening to music, and partying. His stage experience includes various high school and college performances, with his favorite being Harold Hill in The Music Man. Mike has most enjoyed the fun “laid back” rehearsals during this production and wants everyone to know that he’s from Minnesota, not Iowa. Dustin Christensen, son of Steve and Lonna Christensen, is a sophomore at Iowa Central with plans to major in broadcasting and works at 88.1 the point. Dustin works at Ron’s Car Wash and enjoys partying and socializing. His stage experience includes Fools and Jesus Christ Superstar. His favorite performance was being an Apostle in Jesus Christ Superstar. Dustin has most enjoyed making so many new acquaintances during this production and wants everyone to know, “Wherever you go, go with a smile, and make people wonder what you’ve been doing.” Brad Davidson, son of Bruce and Michelle Davidson, is a sophomore at Iowa Central with plans to major in business and transfer to the University of Northern Iowa. Brad is involved with the theatre and music departments and enjoys singing, dancing, and acting. His stage experience includes You Can’t Take It With You and Jesus Christ Superstar. His favorite performance is Jesus Christ Superstar. Brad has most enjoyed working with a lot of talented people during this production and wants everyone to know, “This is the most entertaining group that I have ever worked with.” Andrea Elias, daughter of John and Arlyce Elias, is a freshman at Iowa Central with plans to major in business and transfer to Iowa State University. Andrea works at Applebee’s and enjoys sports and hanging out with friends. Her stage experience includes four years of plays and speech. Andrea has most enjoyed learning choreography and meeting everyone during this production and wants everyone to know it was a great experience.” Cyrus Fees, son of John and Deanna Fees, is a freshman at Iowa Central with plans to major in broadcasting and transfer to a four-year institution. Cyrus