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The Community Players of Salisbury
President’s Message
Good evening and welcome to the first production of Community Players’ 65th season. Sherri Trader-Hynes and her cast and crew invite you down the yellow brick road tonight as we follow Dorothy and her friends on their search for the great Wizard of OZ. We hope that this perennial favorite will delight you this evening! This season marks a first for Community Players. We will be collaborating with the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center to present a dinner theater in December. Joe Benamati will be directing A Christmas Carol on December 20, 21 and 22, 2002. This is not a part of our regular season and tickets will go on sale at the Civic Center in the very near future. Please be sure to join us for this Christmas favorite---possibly making it a Christmas party for your friends or co-workers! Now, we’re off to see The Wizard, The Wonderful Wizard of OZ! Rusty Mumford OfficersPresident.......................................................................................................................... Rusty Mumford Vice-President......................................................................................................................... Carol Alex Corresponding Secretary.............................................................................................. Becky Mumford Recording Secretary.................................................................................................... Ernest Matthews Treasurer........................................................................................................................... Charles Linton Immediate Past President.................................................................................................... David Allen Board of Directors Jana Davis Debbie Dawson Lester Huss Joanne Little Darrell Mullins Sherri Trader-Hynes Kristi Toadvine Standing Committees Advertising............................................................................................................................. David Allen Box Office................................................................................................................................. John Alex Concessions....................................................................................................................... Brenda Allen Fund Raising................................................................................................................... Rusty Mumford Historical.......................................................................................................................... Bonnie Bosies Hospitality..................................................................................................................... Debbie Dawson House...................................................................................................................................... Carol Alex Maintenance........................................................................................................................ Lester Huss Membership....................................................................................................................... Brenda Allen Patrons......................................................................................................................... Ernest Matthews Program...................................................................................................... David and Pat Oberholtzer Production.............................................................................................................................. Carol Alex Publicity.......................................................................................................................... Kristi Toadvine Scholarship.................................................................................................................... Rusty Mumford Season Tickets........................................................................................................... Ernest Matthews
193rd Production 65th Year
Community Players of Salisbury, Inc.
PresentsThe Wizard of oz
Book by Adapted byL. Frank Baum Frank GabrielsonMusic and Lyrics of the Screen Version byHarold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Book - Copyright 1978 – Municipal Theatre Association of St Louis
Directed bySherri Trader-Hynes
Musical Director ChoreographerJeffrey Baer Laurie Bireley
Wicomico Senior High School Auditorium November 1 and 2, 2002 at 8:00 p.m. November 3, 2002 at 2:00 p.m.
Produced by arrangement with and dialogue material furnished by Tams-Witmark Music Library, Inc., 560 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022
This production was made possible, in part, by a grant from the Salisbury Wicomico Arts Council, awarded by the Maryland State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.
SYNOPSIS OF SCENES
Act I
Scene 1 The Gale Farm in Kansas
Scene 2 Munchkinland in the Land of OZ
Scene 3 On the Road to Emerald City
Scene 4 The Great Forest
15-minute intermission You’re invited to visit the refreshment stand in the lobby during intermission.
Act II
Scene 1 Emerald City in the Land of OZ
Scene 2 Wicked Witch’s Castle
Scene 3 Emerald City in the Land of OZ
Scene 4 The Gale Farm in Kansas
Please do not take flash photographs during our performance. Please turn all cell phones and pagers off during our performance.
MUSICAL NUMBERS
Act I
Overture........................................................................................................................ Orchestra Somewhere Over The Rainbow............................................................ Dorothy and Chorus Ding Dong, The Witch is Dead............................................ Munchkins, Glinda and Dorothy If I Only Had a Brain................................................................................................. Scarecrow Follow The Yellow Brick Road.................................... Munchkins, Dorothy and Scarecrow If I Only Had a Heart..................................................................................................... Tin Man Follow The Yellow Brick Road........................................ Dorothy, Scarecrow and Tin Man We’re Off To See The Wizard................................. Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lion If I Only Had the Nerve....................................................................................................... Lion Jitterbug................................................... Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion and Jitterbugs
Act II
Entr’acte....................................................................................................................... Orchestra Merry Old Land of OZ.......................................................................... Gloria and OZ Citizens Evening Star............................................................................................. Dorothy and OZ Girls King of the Forest...................................................... Lion, Dorothy, Scarecrow and Tin Man Ding Dong, The Witch is Dead..................... Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion and Tibia Ding Dong, the Witch is Dead............................................................................... OZ Citizens
CAST (in order of appearance)
Dorothy....................................................................................................................... Brittany Grier Toto........................................................................................................................ Sassy Landherr Uncle Henry............................................................................................................ Rusty Mumford Auntie Em............................................................................................................ Bobbie Calloway Hickory................................................................................................................... Richard Hutson Zeke............................................................................................................................. Richard Bird Huck......................................................................................................................... Charles Linton Mayor of Munchkinland................................................................................... Nathaniel Drehmer A Munchkin............................................................................................................ Megan Spindler Farmer in Munchkinland......................................................................................... Terry Johnson Glinda, The Good Witch............................................................................................... Jaime Gaul Munchkins............... Lexie Baer, Karli Boog, Allie Boram, Emma Boram, Meghan Darcy, Morgan Davis, Sierra Elliott, Tessa Johnson, Katie Litkovitch, Amanda Nelson, Katherine Nelson, Kellyne Noonan, Brittni Peek, Katie Rodriguez, Jesse Saywell, Joshua Twilley, Rachel Twilley and Sarah Wilhelm Lollipop Guild................................. Sarah Benamati, Caleb Drehmer and Paul McCrawley Lullaby League...................................... Emily Flowers, Megan Hudson and Shelby Traum Wicked Witch............................................................................................................ Lisa Robbins Scarecrow................................................................................................................. Ken Johnson Tin Man........................................................................................................................ Matt Bogdan Cowardly Lion........................................................................................................... Joe Benamati Jitterbugs...................................... Kate Allen, Jenny Bratten, Vera Cahall, Megan Hudson, Jennifer Livingston, Victoria Moore, Dara Parsons, Miranda Robbins, Katie Simms, Kristi Toadvine, Erin Twilley and Ashley VanHorn Trees........................................................ Ann Allen, Debbie Dawson and Susan Robinson Lady in OZ............................................................................................................ JoAnn Landherr OZ Private..................................................................................................................... Mark Evans Lord Growlie............................................................................................................... Chris Bosies Gloria........................................................................................................................ Shiloh Wersen Wizard of OZ.............................................................................................................. Chris Barnes OZ Citizens/Farmhands......... Ann Allen, Anne Barron, Janet Benamati, Debbie Dawson, Steve Ferrier, Rita Meise, Becky Mumford, Kel Nagel, Susan Robinson, Stacy Sepeda, Mary Veise, Christie Wersen and Matt Williams Tibia.......................................................................................................................... Tom Robinson Witch Guards.......................................... Richard Bird, Richard Hutson and Charles Linton
WHO’S WHO BEHIND THE SCENES
Sherri Trader-Hynes (Director) – Sherri has been involved in more than 30 productions for Community Players. She has had lead roles in Hello Dolly, The Sound of Music , Oliver!, My Fair Lady, South Pacific, The King and I, and You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown. She directed Oklahoma!, Bye Bye Birdie and most recently directed and performed in Godspell. Jeff Baer (Musical Director) – Jeff was musical director for Oliver! and Annie and played keyboards for Hello Dolly and They’re Playing Our Song. He was Snoopy in You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown and was most recently seen in the role of Jesus in Godspell. Laurie Bireley (Choreographer) – Laurie choreographed Bye Bye Birdie and Annie for Players. Anna Lee Trader (Producer) – Anna Lee has served Community Players for 40 years as director, producer, actress, costumer, rehearsal pianist, member of the Board of Directors and was president for two terms. Joanne Little (Piano Accompanist) – Joanne has been at the piano for most of the musicals for Community Players for too many years to count. She plays rehearsals and performances and was most recently at the keyboard for Godspell.
WHO’S WHO IN OUR CAST
Ann Allen (Tree, Chorus) – has appeared in productions of The Music Man and Annie. Kate Allen (Jitterbug) – was in The Music Man and Annie. She was understudy for the lead role in Annie. Chris Barnes (The Wizard) – has had starring roles in Fiddler on the Roof, Guys and Dolls, My Fair Lady, Annie and most recently Hello Dolly. Joe Benamati (Cowardly Lion) – appeared as 5 characters in Annie and was in Oliver!. He has done sound, set work, lighting, etc. Joe will be directing Community Players’ dinner theatre production of A Christmas Carol this December. Richard Bird (Zeke, Guard) – also had dual roles in Hello Dolly as a cook and singing waiter and was last seen as the father in My Three Angels. Matt Bogdan (Tin Man) – directed 12 Angry Men, The Music Man and My Fair Lady. He has appeared in many productions, most notably as Jud in Oklahoma! and Bill Sykes in Oliver!. Chris Bosies (Lord Growlie) – has appeared in Annie, The Music Man, The Solid Gold Cadillac, Bye Bye Birdie, Guys and Dolls , Oliver!, Hello Dolly and many other shows. Jenny Bratten (Jitterbug) – appeared in Oliver! and most recently in Godspell. Bobbie Calloway (Auntie Em) – has been a Community Players member for over 20 years. She most recently appeared in Hello Dolly and Godspell. Debbie Dawson (Tree, Chorus) – has been seen in Oliver!, The Music Man, Bye Bye Birdie, Annie and most recently in Hello Dolly. Mark Evans (OZ Private) – made his Players’ debut in Godspell. He played keyboard for Annie. Emily Flowers (Lullaby League) – made her Players’ debut in our production of Annie. Jaime Gaul (Glinda, the Good Witch) – was most recently seen as Ermengarde in Hello Dolly. Brittany Grier (Dorothy) – played the role of Brigitta in The Sound of Music. She is the student member of the Wicomico County Board of Education. Richard Hutson (Hickory, Guard) – appeared as Barnaby in Hello Dolly. Ken Johnson (Scarecrow) – had lead roles in many productions including Hello Dolly, Bye Bye Birdie and You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown. Most recently he was Judas in Godspell. JoAnn Landherr (Lady in OZ) – is remembered as Mrs. Peterson (Mama) in Bye Bye Birdie. Charles Linton (Huck, Guard) – was seen in The Music Man and Hello Dolly. He has been treasurer of Community Players for several years. Jennifer Livingston (Jitterbug) – appeared as a dancing waiter in Hello Dolly. Rita Meise (Chorus) – has appeared in numerous shows including My Fair Lady, The Music Man, Oliver!, and most recently in Hello Dolly. Becky Mumford (Chorus) – was last seen in Hello Dolly and was in numerous shows including Plaza Suite and Last of the Red Hot Lovers. She is Corresponding Secretary and a Past President. Rusty Mumford (Uncle Henry) – is serving his third term as our President. He has been involved in every production for 16 years either on stage, directing or back stage. He appeared in numerous shows including You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown, Lend Me a Tenor, Social Security, Godspell, and My Three Angels. Kel Nagel (Chorus) – is so versatile that he often plays several roles in a show. He has appeared in Bye Bye Birdie, Guys and Dolls, The Music Man, Annie and Hello Dolly. Dara Parsons (Jitterbug) – appeared in Annie and Hello Dolly and Community Players’ Summer Workshop productions. Lisa Robbins (Wicked Witch) – first appeared for Players as Glinda, The Good Witch. She has had starring roles in The Music Man, Li’l Abner, Steel Magnolias, They’re Playing Our Song and most recently as Dolly Levi in Hello Dolly. Miranda Robbins (Jitterbug) – has been in Players’ productions of Annie and Hello Dolly as well as our Children’s Theatre workshop productions Susan Robinson (Tree, Chorus) – was in the chorus of Hello Dolly and was a keyboard accompanist of Godspell. Tom Robinson (Tibia) – usually does technical work. He was in the chorus of Hello Dolly. Stacy Sepeda (Chorus) – has appeared in Guys and Dolls, Plaza Suite and Bye Bye Birdie. Katie Simms (Jitterbug) – played the role of Annie in Annie and was in the chorus of Hello Dolly. Kristi Toadvine (Jitterbug) – appeared in Annie in 4 roles and was in Cinderella, The Music Man and Hello Dolly. Shelby Traum (Lullaby League) – was in The Sound of Music, The Music Man and Annie. Erin Twilley (Jitterbug) – was in Annie and Hello Dolly. She is an experienced Irish Dancer. Joshua Twilley (Munchkin) – made his debut in Hello Dolly. Mary Viese (Chorus) – has appeared in most musicals including The Sound of Music, My Fair Lady, Annie, Bye Bye Birdie, The Music Man and Hello Dolly. Christie Wersen (Chorus) – was a member of the chorus of Hello Dolly. ShilohWersen (Gloria) – made her debut in Annie and was a dancing waiter in Hello Dolly. Matt Williams (Chorus) – sang in the chorus of Hello Dolly.
The following cast members are making their debut with The Community Players of Salisbury: Lexie Baer, Anne Barron, Janet Benamati, Sarah Benamati, Karli Boog, Allie Boram, Emma Boram, Vera Cahall, Meghan Darcy, Morgan Davis, Caleb Drehmer, Nathaniel Drehmer, Sierra Elliott, Steve Ferrier, Megan Hudson, Terry Johnson, Tessa Johnson, Katie Litkovitch, Paul McCrawley, Victoria Moore, Amanda Nelson, Katherine Nelson, Kellyne Noonan, Brittni Peek, Katie Rodriguez, Jesse Saywell, Megan Spindler, Rachel Twilley, Ashley VanHorn and Sarah Wilhelm
PRODUCTION STAFF
Director................................................................................................ Sherri Trader-HynesMusical Director.............................................................................................. Jeffrey Baer Choreographer............................................................................................ Laurie BireleyStage Manager.................................................................................................. Alan PerryStage Crew........................................................ David Allen, Walter Bridell, Jana Davis,Carl Flint, Brett Johnson and Corey Johnson Special Effects................................................................ Tom Robinson and Joel SmithProducer................................................................................................. Anna Lee Trader Set Designer................................................................................................. Ken JohnsonLighting Design..................................................................................... Sharon Benchoff Lights................................................ Walter Bridell, Brett Johnson and Corey Johnson Sound......................................................... Laurie Bireley, Joel Smith and Al Duitscher Rehearsal Pianist........................................................................................ Joanne Little Props Coordinator........................................................................................ Jana Davis Costume Coordinator.............................................................................. Lynne Bratten Costume Construction........................... Lynne Bratten, Carol Alex, Janet Benamati, Lynn Bradley, Jenny Bratten, Donna James, Rita Meise, Lisa Moore, Joyce Pollitt and Christie Wersen Tin Man’s Costume ............................................................. Costume World of Florida Make-up..................................................................................................... Rusty Mumford Scenic Artist.................................................................................................. Maria CookSet Construction................. Lester Huss, David Allen, Chris Barnes, Joe Benamati, Carl Flint, Vickie Hooker, Ken Johnson, Ernie Matthews, Kel Nagel, Rick Peek, Alan Perry, Susan Robinson, Tom Robinson, Kristi Toadvine and Sherri Trader Hynes
Set Painting.............................................................. Maria Cook, Sherri Trader-Hynes Jason Peek, Jo Peek and Mary Veise Publicity.............................................................. Kristi Toadvine and Anna Lee Trader Programs................................. David & Pat Oberholtzer and Di’s Laser Express, Inc.
ORCHESTRA
Strings........................................................................ George Hayne and Erin McKenzie Woodwinds................... Frank Mahoney, Otello Meucci, Alyce Reavis and Ron Reed Brass.......... Ken Dasher, Ron Davis, Tom Davis, Charles Doherty and Howard Snow Bass.................................................................................................................... Greg Mann Percussion................................................................... Jane Mahoney and Chris Reavis Piano............................................................................................ Joanne Little
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Joe Andrews – Sign-Age Cambridge South Dorchester High School Maria Cook Mr. Curley’s DelMarVa Flooring America Daniel Flint Donna James Jones and Dryden Truck and Car Rental Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. Value Carpet One Salisbury – Wicomico Arts Council Access 26 The Daily Times Mike and Sandi at Q105 WBOC-TV WMDT-TV WICO – Cat Country
As in every production, there are individuals who have come to our aid and unfortunately are not mentioned in the program. We take this opportunity to thank everyone who made this production possible. _______________________________________________________________________
DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Community Players of Salisbury’s fall production of the family classic, The Wizard of OZ. We are very pleased to bring you this wonderful, charming, and heart-warming story of the young girl named Dorothy and her adventures in the land of OZ. In my research for this production, I discovered that The Wizard of OZ is staged an average of twenty-five times a year worldwide by various theatre groups, making it one of the most popular productions of all time. This has been a particularly challenging experience for me working with such a large and talented cast who range in age from 5 to 70+ years old. It is my hope that we have given these children (and adults) an opportunity to experience the theatre first hand, learn new concepts and ideas, and have some fun all at the same time. I’d like to offer a huge thank you to everyone who assisted me in this endeavor; I could never have done it without the encouragement and constant support of those very special people. And perhaps the most positive aspect of this production is the presence of families working, learning, and “playing” together. If there is one thing I have learned over the years, it is that the friends you make in the theatre are more than friends, they are family. So welcome to our family and we hope you will continue to be a part of our family for many years to come. Sherri Trader-Hynes Director
2002-2003 SHOWS
A Christmas Carol Dinner Theater Directed by Joe Benamati December 20, 21 and 22, 2002 At the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center in collaboration with The Community Players of Salisbury This is not part of the season ticket package – Tickets will be available at the Civic Center
Little Women Directed by Cindy GoreAt Guerrieri Hall, Wor-Wic Community CollegeFebruary 20, 21, 22 and 23, 2003
Sunshine Boys Directed by Ken JohnsonAt Guerrieri Hall, Wor-Wic Community CollegeJune 19, 20, 21 and 22_______________________________________________________________________ Patrons 2002-2003 Guardians Kel and Debbie Nagel Tom and Susan Robinson In Memory of Mary E. Spencer MSC/ Mail Movers Benefactors Barbara S. Hanson - Dance Unlimited Fred G. & Clara S. Livingood Mrs. Harry L. Palmer Angels Diane M. Collins Mary Sue and. Gordon Gladden Holloway Funeral Home, P.A. Regina Montagna John and Ann Suthowski Barry P. Wilson In Memory of Mary Lou H. Wilson Donors Jane W. Bailey Mr. & Mrs. Charles Bloodsworth Dr. Kay Myers and Dr. Ben Bogia Nancy Davies and Bob Culver Gerry Dashiell Alan & Mollie Dickerson Nina S. Downs Lloyd and Alice Foard Betsy Hancock and Ed Fooks Alan and Debbie Goodman William A. and Dr. Carolyn S. Johnston Adrianne and Lew Kadushin Ruth Langeler Rod & Pat Layton Eloise D.J. Lowry Elinor H. Lynch Mary Frances Macon Mark N. Maselli Rick & Melody Nelson David and Mildred Pines Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Plotts Mr. & Mrs. A. James Smith Bill and Jane Speidel Mary & Stephanie Taylor Shirley Thomas Taylor M. William and Frances Tilghman Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd F. Tweedy Mr. and Mrs. Charles Woodward Anonymous Sponsors Marge and Jack Bredin Dr. and Mrs. William J. Doyle Doris V. Hammond Mary‑Alice S. Hawkins Mr. Alfred C. Huffer, Jr. Virginia B. Layfield Vernon E. Tompkins Dick and Sally Work Friends John and Vickie Pick Holly & Miles Riggin Alan and Debra Yentsch Anonymous
Thank You We apologize for omitting names of contributors whose donations arrived after press time.
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