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Peter Quince Performing Company, Ltd.
Presents
big, The Musical
book by John Weidman
music by David Shire
lyrics by Richard Maltby
August 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th, 2007 at 7:30pm
Capitol Civic Centre, Manitowoc WI
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Producer's Note from the program
Good evening ladies and gentlemen. I would like to welcome you to the Peter Quince Performing Company's 39th season, and our production of Big: The Musical. Looking back 5 years ago when I joined this company, I would have never in a million years guessed that I would still be a member at 22, much less a producer. Nevertheless, here I am. It only goes to show that Quince truly gives children the opportunity and the experience to do things they would have never dreamed of. This year has been absolutely wonderful experience and I would like to thank the company for giving me this opportunity. I have worked with the most amazing people with the most outstanding talent and drive. Not only has the cast been a blast to work with but the "behind the scenes" crew has been phenomenal. I need to thank Brandon, Jeff, and Curtis for being great to work with and for teaching me so many things about the theatre that I could never have learned anywhere else. This season has given me a completely different view and respect for theatre and specifically for Quince. The amount of work and dedication that "Quincers" put into these shows is incredible. I would like to thank the directing staff for working so hard to put on the best show possible, and the tech crew for allowing us to look and sound wonderful on stage. With out them the curtain could not rise and there would be no show. I would also like to thank Emilee, she was the reason I chose to take on this position and has been nothing but supportive and helpful over the past year. Without her, this year would have been a mess, and I appreciate everything she has done for me. I a confident that as soon as the curtain rises and you see the energy of our cast and crew you too will see the dream of all "Quincers" past and present alike. Thank you for all helping us to keep the dream alive, and enjoy the show!
LET THE DREAM LIVE ON!
Melyssa M Keil
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Director's Note from the program
Good evening ladies and gentleman and welcome to tonight's performance of Big: The Musical. My favorite line of the show is "... but when you're big, you have to be a man." It tells the message that size and age have nothing to do with the person you create within yourself. It's the greatest lesson I've learned from directing this cast. Even the youngest teenager can have the same heart and dedication as the oldest adult. This cast has proven to have an adult attitude. This cast has proven to have the moment dedication than any other cast I've encountered. I can't thank them enough for that. I can't thank Lucy and Alyssa and their amazing pit for their hard work.. Thank you also to Emilee and Cassie for standing beside me and sharing my vision I'd like to thank Curtis for this constant help and hard-work, and finally, to my wonderful boyfriend Jeff, who let me yell and scream at him on those (few) frustrating days, I couldn't have done it without your live and support. Now, please sit back, relax, and enjoy Big!
Erin Wadzinski
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Cast
| Josh: | Tom Roberts |
| Susan: | Kristin Naus |
| Billy: | Simeon Heili |
| Young Josh: | Aidan Senn |
| MacMillan: | Zach Glaeser |
| Mrs. Baskin: | Cassie Glaeser |
| Paul: | Matt Parlato |
| Miss Watson: | Ashley Schultz |
| Lipton: | Thomas Moore |
| Birnbaum: | Justin Kalies |
| Barrett: | Brian Schneider |
| Cynthia Benson: | Megan Doro |
| Derek: | Justin Kalies |
| Abigail: | Bethany Heili |
| Diane: | Shannon Wadzinski |
| Nick: | Brian Schneider |
| Tom: | Kevin Korte |
| Mr. Baskin: | Matt Parlato |
| Mrs. Kopecki: | Melyssa Kiel |
| Mr. Kopecki: | Aaron Smith |
| Arcade Guy: | Jeff Marquardt |
| Receptionist: | Stetz Smith |
| Zoltar: | Kevin Korte |
| Panhandler: | Emilee Landon |
| Detective: | Kevin Korte |
| PA Announcer: | Roz Diedrich |
Dancing Salespeople:
Bridget Hietpas, Emilee Landon, Heather Hirvela, Katie Jo Stevens, Sarah Huebner, Melyssa Keil, Manda Kay Thomm, Shannon Wadzinski, Meghan Berry, Krista Stevens
Adult Chorus:
Angel Schutze, Bridget Hietpas, Roz Diedrich, Eileen Tesarik, Emilee Landon, Jeff LaFond, Heather Hirvela, Aaron Smith, Stetz Smith, Katie Jo Stevens, Sarah Huebner, Karley Clayton, Melyssa Keil, Manda Kay Thomm, Bethany Heili, Brian Schneider, Justin Kalies, Thomas Moore, Shannon Wadzinski, Jeff Marquardt, Kevin Korte, Morgan Dittmar
Teen Chorus:
Sam Gretz, Elizabeth Rochleau, Kasey Klavakoske, Sarah Jansen, Kristin Senglaub, Krysta Larson, Hannah Pitroske, Philip Jindra, Austin Ruh, Meghan Berry, Megan Doro, Krista Stevens, Stephanie Blish, Courtney Holly, Jonah Hermann, Keegan Virlee, Dalton Hermans, Dayna Jaeger
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Pit
| Conductor | | Adam Allison |
| Flute | | Britta Gauer |
| Clarinets | | Andrea Rosik, Ben Burish |
| Bass Clarinet | | Alyssa Elliott |
| Alto Sax | | Theresa Mozinski |
| Tenor Sax | | Ben Burish |
| Bari Sax | | Lucy Jost |
| Bassoon | | Lauren Behnke |
| Trumpets | | Kevin Weiss, Nic Gauer |
| French Horn | | Sadie Cisler |
| Trombones | | Michelle Gucwa, Jake Berres |
| Bass | | Ethan Klassen |
| Violin | | Chad Alsteen |
| Keyboards | | Jen Pasch, Nashira Young |
| Drum Set | | Zach Witkauskis |
| Percussion | | Setphanie Hughes |
Crews
Running Crew: Garion Yupp, Dave Melon, Ben Hempkin, Christy Jager, Heather Reindl, Kara Klein, Katie Storms
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The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors
President: Emilee E. Landon
Producer: Melyssa Keil
Vice President: Lucy Jost
Secretary/Treasurer: Ashley Schultz
Public Relations: Kate Wellner
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The General Committee of the Board of Directors
Alumni Relations Committee Head: Melyssa Keil
Fundraising Committee Head: Thomas Moore
Internet Committee Head: Erik Weiss
History Committee Head: Melyssa Keil
Bylaw Committee Head: Ashley Schultz
Education Committee Head: Curtis Vandenbusch
Social Activities Committee Head: Erin Wadzinski
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Directing Staff
General Director: Erin Wadzinski
Assistant: Curtis Vandenbusch
Music Directors: Lucy Jost and Alyssa Elliot
Choral Director: Cassie Glaeser
Technical Director: Brandon Behm
Choreographer: Emilee E. Landon
Assistants: Melyssa Keil and Katie Jo Stevens
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Production Council
Stage Manager: Curtis Vandenbusch
Assistant: Austin Jacobson
Costume Designer: Roz Diedrich
Assistants: Ashley Schultz, Jeff LaFond, and Heather Hirvela
Make-up Designers: Emilee Landon and Erin Wadzinski
Art Designer: Stetz Smith
Assistant: Roz Diedrich
Set Designer: Stetz Smith
Lighting Designer: Alexis Petit
Assistant: Tim Unertl
Sound Designer: John Salutz
Props Master: Ashley Schultz
Master Carpenter: Jeff Brandenberg
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Musical Numbers
Act One:
Scene 1: Baskin Neighborhood, Carnival
Prologue and Opening: Young Josh, Mrs. Baskin, Billy, Zoltar, and Ensemble
Scene 2: Baskin House
Say Good Morning to Mom: Mrs. Baskin
Scene 3: Random Neighborhood
Scene 4: Port Authority Bus Terminal
You're a Big Boy Now: Billy and Big Josh
Scene 5: Toy Store
The Time of Your Life: Salespeople
Fun: Mr. MacMillan and Big Josh
Scene 6: MacMillan Toy Company
Welcome to MacMillan Toys: Adult Chorus
My Secretary's In Love: Susan
MacMillan Toys Pt II: Big Josh, Billy, Paul Susan, and Adult Chorus
Scene 7: Josh's Apartment
Let's Nod Move Too Fast: Susan
Do You Want to Play Games?: Big Josh
Stars: Big Josh and Susan
Little Susan Lawrence: Susan
Scene 8: Office Party
Cross the Line: Big Josh and Ensemble
Act Two:
Scene 1: Baskin Neighborhood and Kitchen
It's Time: Billy and Teen Chorus
Stop, Time: Mrs. Baskin
The Neightmare: Teen Chorus and Zoltar
Scene 2: Susan's Office
Dancing All the Time: Susan
I Want to Know: Young Josh
Scene 3: MacMillan Toy Company
Coffee, Black: Big Josh, Susan, Miss Watson, Mr. MacMillan, and Adult Chorus
Scene 4: Susan's Friend's Apartment
The Real Thing: Tom, Nick, Diane, and Abigail
Scene 5: Roofterrace
The Real Thing Reprise: Susan
Scene 6: Stage (aka: Limbo)
Big: Big Josh
Scene 7: Old Factory
We're Gonna Be Fine: Big Josh, Susan, and Zoltar
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Pictures
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