Music by Duncan Sheik Book & Lyrics by Steven Sater Fond du Lac Community Theatre presents the Tony-award winning rock musical 2018-2019 Season Goebel Insurance & Financial congratulates the cast and crew of Spring Awakening! Mueller Directed by Bree Mueller April 11-13 at 7:30pm April 14 at 2:00pm GOEBEL INSURANCE & FINANCIAL Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts 131 N. Rolling Meadows Drive, Fond du Lac WI 54937 51 Sheboygan Street 920-921-7526 goebelins.com WELCOME THEATRE GOERS THANKS TO OUR ADVERTISERS Tracy Qualmann - FDLCT Board President Spring Awakening is a landmark production and something rather differ- ent from the traditional Fond du Lac Community Theatre show. A mixture of rebellion, coming-of-age, and a little bit of rock and roll, this show is sure to give audiences ‘feels’ they may have not felt before and some may even be a bit uncomfortable. Theater-goers will go on a journey of teen- age navigation through self-discovery, inside and out. The talented cast of this production is lead by a seasoned Fond du Lac Community director and showcases the shear talent our organization has to offer. This production is a powerful celebration of creativity and addresses issues we face as a society. Our community, and those that surround us, are ready for this. #FondyIsReady Although new to our stage, this show already carries with it several accolades - the winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical. In addition, this musical has also won several Drama Desk Awards, a variety of Outer Critics Circle Awards, and a Grammy for Best Musical Show Album. And, it has literally been performed worldwide. This is our second show at Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts. We continue to seek ways to engage new audiences, while keeping a firm hold on what is important to our membership and dedicated patrons. In closing, I wish to thank you for taking the time to see our show. Now, sit back, open your mind, and enjoy this 1891-play-turned-musical and the wonderfully brilliant and fearless production of Spring Awakening. 51 Sheboygan Street, Fond du Lac 920.921.5410 [email protected] THELMA is a member-based, privately-funded non-profit dedicated to providing arts experiences not readily available in the area. Intimate concerts in the Great Hall, street concerts with major performers, indoor films, and art from world-renowned artists are available at THELMA. This venue also offers a stunning backdrop for weddings, meetings and social and corporate gatherings. PRODUCTION CREW DIRECTOR’S NOTES Director. Bree Mueller Bree Mueller Set Design . .Bree Mueller I don't know if it is more tragic, or more amazing that this story was written in 1891. The issues and themes tackled in this show are pain- Costumes. Casey Feibig fully relevant today, and it is astounding to me that these prevalent subjects have been around for so long. Although Spring Awakening is Musical Director. Kevin Flood rated R and has an edgier nature, the story itself is written beautifully and we did not want to shy away from any ideas reflected in the Choreographer. Adam VandenHeuvel script. It is filled with intimacy, conflict, love, and discovery. There will be moments that are going to make you uncomfortable, but we invite Sound Operator. Jason Fridley you to accept the truths as they are written. Our personal fantasies Lights . .Bree Mueller and desires, fears and insecurities, are often repressed. Tonight, we are going to put them in front of you in a way that is raw and real - Stage Manager . Ashley Hernandez because that is where the power of this show lies. My introduction to this show, over 10 years ago, was very influential on my life, and to be able Assistant Stage Manager . Elizabeth Guell to put it together now with this cast and crew has been an incredible experience. I got to work Publicity. .Terry Holzmann, Margaret Matysik, Eva Thelen with so many people I care about: family, friends who feel like family, and new friends that will surely hold a place in my heart for a long time. I am so proud and grateful to every person in Publicity Photographer. .Terry Leasa this cast for trusting and allowing me to walk them through this. I asked them to be vulnerable, and with little reservation they took on the challenge. I asked them to be truthful in their inter- Headshot Photography. .Kris Fehrenbach-Alt, Bree Mueller actions with each other, and they opened their hearts. Love is loud, and that is made clear, not only by the writing of this show, but also by the investment of every person involved in this Programs. .Margaret Matysik, Tanya Morgan production. Program Ads. Bekki Fishelson Kuber, Julie Walber Although the subject matter may not be something you relate to, agree with, or even under- stand, I hope you will feel better equipped to talk about it. One of the biggest tragedies in this Tickets. .Terry Holzmann, Hometown Tickets, Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts show is the inability to talk and confess one's struggles. The theme of enduring alone, but together, is made clear by the characters you will see tonight. This show invites so many oppor- FDLCT House Managers. Troy Tautges, Megan Retzleff tunities for acceptance. It opens the door for discussions that need to be had. Since 1891 people have been suffering, and tonight we are going to talk about it. Tonight we are going to Lobby and Concessions. .Troy Tautges, Megan Retzleff share their pain, we are going to begin to move forward, and all will know the wonder of purple summer. SPECIAL THANKS Bree directed Shrek the Musical, A Christmas Story, Bugsy Malone and Beauty and the Thanks to several local businesses who work closely with this organization. Beast . Two of her favorite roles onstage have been “Mary” in Jesus Christ Superstar and Steve Wilson - Fond du Lac PAC Manager “Natalie” in Next to Normal. Bree loves being part of the theatre, and is currently finish- Kris Fehrenbach Alt - Studio One Designer Photography ing up her junior year as a Theatre Major at UW-Oshkosh. When not in rehearsals for Terry Davis - Hometown Tickets Community Theater, she hobbies as a photographer and also works at Goebel Insurance Orv Jaeger - Fond du Lac Express and Financial. Bree is grateful for the opportunities she is given, but this is even more Habitat for Humanity Restore special. There are no words to describe the experience of working on this project with Target and Kwik Trip for concession donations this cast and crew. Some of the most important people in her life are involved in this production, and it is probably the most fulfilling project she has done. She sends love and In addition, thanks to Urban Fuel, Gallery and Frame Shop, Riverwalk Gallery, Ubuntu Art Gallery, Fond du Lac High School, Nicole Solis, Neil Thompson, and Terry Leasa. thanks to all of her family and friends for their ongoing support and encouragement. THANKS TO OUR ADVERTISERS PANKRATZ ARTS EXCHANGE Kurki-Mach Funeral Chapel and Crematory Caring and Compassionate Service PAE exists to provide high quality arts education and performance opportunities in the community for all people. PAE produces for over 100 years 2-4 performance seasons per year of high energy music theme revue shows, as well as musical theatre shows, & dinner show options. 31 East Division St. - Fond du Lac, WI 54935 PAE is here to entertain YOU, whether it be for a business celebration 920-921-4420 or a fun night out with family and friends! Matt Peplinski (Melchior) Jake Cox (Hanschen) Although he is debuting with FDLCT, Matt has a long list of shows No newcomer to theatre, Jake has played “Amos Hart” in a he has been involved with including Moon Over Buffalo, High production of Chicago, “Willard Hewitt” in Footloose, and School Musical, and Midsummer Night’s Dream. He has filled the “Dr. John Seward” in a production of Dracula with Musical roles of “el Gallo” in The Fantasticks, “Stacee Jaxx” in Rock of Masquer’s Theatre in West Bend. Jake thanks his family for Ages, Danny Zuko in Grease, and Judge Turpin in Sweeney Todd. their continued love and support and gives a special shoutout Matt is a student at UW-Oshkosh majoring in Theatre Arts with a to his girlfriend, Megan. Jake works as an Adult Day Services minor in Music Industry. He loves to produce, perform, and write Caregiver at Threshold Inc. music. He is also a pretty big sports guy. Mackenzie Gens (Wendla) Brittney Baldwin (Martha) Returning to the Fond du Lac Community Theatre stage, Another new person to Fond du Lac Community Theatre, Mackenzie was previously involved in productions of Godspell, Brittney has enjoyed working onstage and off in other produc- Jekyll and Hyde, The Wedding Singer, and played the “Dragon” in tions. She has been involved in Fox Valley’s Dream Role and in Shrek the Musical. She also directed FDLCT’s production of June will be playing “Ulla” in The Producers. Brittney has con- The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Mackenzie is tributed her talents as a music director, choreographer, and mom to two boys, ages 5 and 7. She hopes this show will shed stage manager to a number of shows. Her family is husband, light on the unspoken to create a voice for the voiceless and Austin, and two cats, Widget and Midi. inspire the uninspired. Andy Mueller (Moritz) Nicholas George (Ernst) Andy has become a familiar face on the Fond du Lac Community Having previously filled the roles of “Angel” in Rent, “Barfee” Theatre stage.