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Peter Quince Performing Company, Ltd.
In association with
Fricke Printing Service, West Foundation
With participation from
Music Theatre International, Bank First National, AmericInn & WCUB Radio
Presents
Fame
Conceived & Developed By David De Silva
book by Jose Fernandez
music by Steve Margoshes
lyrics by Jacques Levy
August 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2008 at 7:30pm
Capitol Civic Centre, Manitowoc WI
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Producer's Note from the program
Good evening ladies and gentlemen!
Welcome to the Peter Quince Performing Company's 40th
season and our production of Fame! I would like to start out by
thanking everyone for making it tonight. I would also like to assure
you that you will most definitely enjoy the show. A lot of hard work
has gone into making this 40th
season's performance a reality
and it has paid off, and by the end of the night, I hope all of you
will agree. This is my second year producing a show for Quince
and both experiences have been fantastic. I once again could not have asked for
a better group of directors, board members, production council or crew members.
Every one of them was dedicated and showed what the true spirit of Quince really is.
I need to thank a lot of people, so bear with me. First off, I need to thank John
Salutz. After losing Brandon last year, I was afraid that no one would be around to
take on the difficult task of technical director, but John made it look easy. I can't
thank him enough for all the time and effort he has put into this show. I also need to
thank Curtis. Not only has Curtis been a great director but he has picked up the slack
in a lot of other areas. He is the most dedicated director I have ever worked with and
for that I couldn't be more grateful. Next is Alyssa, wow! Alyssa started the season
as our historian and ended as stage manager and assistant to almost everyone. A
summer without her would have been so much more stressful and not nearly as much
fun, so thank you Alyssa. I want to thank my fellow cast members and friends. I love
each and every one of you and I'm leaving it up to you to keep this dream alive. I
can see the spirit of Quince in so many of you and that is all I could ask for. Your
experiences are something no one can ever take away from you, so live the dream.
Last but not least I need to thank my closest friends. First of all, I would like to thank
Emilee. She is my best friend and one of the reasons I joined Quince in the first place.
She also inspired me to take on this position as well as many other positions I have
done in the past. I really don't think there is any way to thank her for all she's done for
me. I also need to thank Scuba. He was one of the first friends I made in Quince and
without him, these six years would not have been the same. I need to thank him for
being a spectacular choreographer, a dedicated Quincer, and a wonderful friend.
It amazes me every summer how everyone steps up and takes on roles many adults
couldn't even handle. This company has taught me more about life and given me
more valuable experiences than any school or job ever could. To those of you who
have never experienced Peter Quince, I am sorry. And to those of you have poured
your heart and soul into this company over the past 40 years, I applaud you and
thank you. The dream of Peter Quince lives in all of us and I will forever be a Quincer
at heart! Thank you to all who have come before, and all who will join in the future,
for keeping the dream alive!
Yours in Quince,
Melyssa Keil
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Director's Note from the program
Good evening ladies and gentlemen,
This season is a very special one for every "Quincer," past
and present. The fact that a theatre company made up
entirely of 12 to 23 year-olds has survived for forty years is
definitely beating the odds. Ask any Quincer why we would
spend our entire summer in a rehearsal space dancing,
singing, and acting and you will get only one answer: we
love to do it! We have the best summers of our lives in those
hot, sweaty buildings, working hard. Directing Fame is something I will never
forget. All the sweat, tears, and small amount of arguing have been completely
worth seeing the final product about to be put on in front of you. Pay close
attention to the struggles and hardships these high school students encounter
during their four years at P.A. Many of them are what most of us have to deal
with today.
Putting on a huge show like this is not something you can do alone. I would
like to thank the cast, crew, and pit for all their hard work and dedication . I
would like to thank my parents and my two best friends, Kara Klein and Katie
Storms, for being nothing but supportive and helpful this entire year. Thank you
to Bethany and Scuba Steve, there are no other people I would rather have
worked with than you guys. I would like to thank John, Alyssa, and Adam for
not once saying "no" when I asked them for something. I would like to thank
Cassie for the awesome costumes and Ryan for the amazing set. Thank you
to Shannon for your great job publicizing this show and Lucy for being the
best Vice President... EVER! I would like to thank Kate Wellner, Mr. Hansen, and
Erin Wadzinski for giving me the opportunity to Assistant Direct under them
and teaching me everything I know. Thank you to Emily Mueller and Reed
Humphrey for giving us all something to do every summer. I would like to
especially thank Melyssa Keil, our Producer, not only for her work this year, but
all five years she has been in this company. This is her last year with Quince and
she will be greatly missed. She is the example of a true Quincer; there is no one
that loves theatre and cares about this company more than Melyssa. I want
to thank her for being a great Producer and an even better friend. Last, but
certainly not least, I would like to thank you, the audience, because without
your support, we would not have survived for forty years. Now sit back, relax
and enjoy Fame! KEEP THE DREAM ALIVE!
Yours in Quince,
Curtis Vandenbusch
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Cast
| Carmen Diaz: | Amanda Wachholz |
| Serena Katz: | Amanda Kay Thomm |
| Nick Piazza: | Brian Schneider |
| Jack Zakowski: | Steven Lafond |
| Schlomo Metzenbaum: | Zach Glaeser |
| Mabel Washington: | Erin Wadzinski |
| Joe Vegas: | Tom Roberts |
| Miss Sherman: | Cassie Glaeser |
| Iris Kelly: | Heather Hirvela |
| Grace Lamb(Lambchops): | Courtney Holly |
| Goodman King(Goody): | Simeon Heili |
| Miss Bell: | Season Scheurell |
| Miss Meyers: | Roz Diedrich |
| Mr. Sheinkopf: | Matt Parlato |
Actors:
Stephani Blish, Baraq Stein, Eddie Minarik, Mackenzie Mraz, Dave Mellon, Marrissa Geiger, Shannon Wadzinski, Ashley Schultz, Emilee Landon, Kevin Sievert, Jonah Herman
Musicians:
Jeff Lafond, Krysta Larson, Izzaac Cizauskas, Nashira Young, Philip Jindra
Dancers:
Thomas Moore, Melyssa Keil, Sarah Huebner, Krista Stevens, Allyson Taubenkeim, Elizabeth Rochelea, Allyssa Wadman, Sam Gretz, Megan Berry
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Pit
| Conductor | | Adam Allison |
| Flute | | Britta Gauer |
| Saxophones | | Thersea Mozinski |
Trumpet &
Flugelhorn | | Kevin Weiss |
| Trombones | | Michelle Gucwa &
Jake Berres |
| Keyboards | | Brittany Neuser &
Adam Allison |
| Bass | | Ethan Klassen |
| Guitar | | David Wage |
| Drums | | Nic Gauer |
| Percussion | | Britta Gauer &
Michelle Gucwa |
Crews
Running Crew: Alex Brandl,
Bethany Heili, Stephen
Heili, Lucy Jost, Melissa
Lindemann, Aiden Senn,
Eileen Tesarik, Caryn Vater
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The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors
President: Thomas Moore
Producer: Melyssa Keil
Vice President: Lucy Jost
Secretary/Treasurer: Erin Wadzinski
Public Relations: Shannon Wadzinski
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The General Committee of the Board of Directors
Alumni Relations Committee Head: Melyssa Keil
Fundraising Committee Head: Heather Hirvela
Internet Committee Head: Erik Weiss
History Committee Head: Alyssa Elliott
Bylaw Committee Head: Curtis Vandenbusch
Education Committee Head: Matt Parlato and Tom Roberts
Social Activities Committee Head: Erin Wadzinski
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Directing Staff
General Director: Curtis Vandenbusch
Music Director: Adam Allison
Choral Director: Bethany Heili
Technical Director: John Salutz
Choreographer: Steve LaFond
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Production Council
Stage Manager: Alyssa Elliot
Assistant: Melyssa Keil
Costume Designer: Cassie Glaeser
Make-up Designer: Shannon Wadzinski
Art Designer: Heather Hervila
Set Designer: Curtis Vandenbusch
Lighting Designer: Ryan Streu
Sound Designer: John Salutz
Props Master: Melyssa Keil
Master Carpenter: Ryan Streu
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Musical Numbers
Act One: Freshman & Sophomore Years
Scene One: Homeroom
Opening & Hardwork: Company
Scene Two: Dance class & Band room
Scene Three: Hallway
I Want to Make Magic: Nick
Scene Four: Acting class
Can't Keep it Cool: Joe & male actors
Scene Five: Dance class
Scene Six: Band room
Scene Seven: Dance class
Jack's Rap: Jack
Scene Eight: Lunch room
Fame: Carmen & students
Scene Nine: Rehearsal
Let's Play a Love Scene: Serena
Scene Ten: Band room
Bring on Tomorrow: Schlomo & Carmen
Scene Eleven: Dance rehearsal
Teachers' Argument: Ms. Bell & Miss Sherman
Hard Work Reprise: Students
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Act Two: Junior and Senior Years
Scene One: Alley way
Scene Two: Auditorium
I Want to Make Magic Reprise: Nick, Serena, & Students
Scene Three: Hallway
Think of Merryl Streep: Serena
Scene Four: Girls locker room
Mabel's prayer: Mabel & girls chorus
Scene Five: Hallway
Scene Six: English class
Dancing on the Sidewalk: Jack & students
These are my Children: Miss Sherman
Scene Seven: Romeo and Juliet rehearsal
Scene Eight: Dance studio
Pas de Deux: Jack & Iris
Scene Nine: Alley way
In LA: Carmen
Scene Ten: After prom
Let's Play a Love Scene Reprise: Nick & Serena
Scene Eleven: Graduation
Bring on Tomorrow Reprise: Company
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