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pictures!ABC Players Productions
Compiled by Steve Haskins, Marvin Bowman, and Jim Parsons.
Below are notes and posters from all ABC Players productions from December 1992 to the present.
2024-2025
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Theresa Lewis
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Glengarry Glen Ross. By David Mamet.
Sponsored by: The Ethan Cooper Fund—with gratitude to the arts community of Southern Ohio and in support of our local artists.
Director: TJ Johnston
September 27 & 28, 2024 at 7:30 p.m., & September 29, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Costumes: TJ Johnston, Jodi MacNeal, & Brittan Posey; Publicity: Jenn Fritchley, Samantha Pelham, & Jim Parsons; Lighting Design: Mike Gimmer; Light Board Operator: Eden Radcliff; Sound Operator: Sean Johnson; Set: Jason Morosko, Jodi MacNeal, Jim & Celeste Parsons; Props: TJ Johnston, Jodi MacNeal, Brittan Posey, Jim & Celeste Parsons; Backstage Crew: Eden Radcliff, Sam Pelham, & Gabrielle Blackwood Johnston; Technical Support: Todd Coogen, Sean Johnson
CAST: Joe Balding, Jeroch Carlson, Kevin Kunz, Kit Parsons, Brittan Posey, Nic Proctor, & Ezra Thobaben
Alice in Wonderland JR. Music and Lyrics by
Danny Elfman,
Sammy Fain & Bob Hilliard,
Oliver Wallace & Cy Coben,
Michael Abbott & Sarah Weeks,
AND Mack David, Al Hoffman & Jerry
Livingston.
Music Adapted and Arranged
and Additional Music and Lyrics by
Bryan Louiselle.
Additional Arrangements & Orchestrations by
Patrick Sulken.
Book and Additional Lyrics by
David Simpatico
Sponsored by: OUCU Financial
Co-Directors: Jodi MacNeal & Jenn Fritchley
December 6 & 7, 2024 at 7:30; and December 7 & 8 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Choreography: Jenn Fritchley; Set Design & Construction: Jason Morosko & Jodi MacNeal; Props: Melissa Maccabee & Celeste Parsons; Costume Design & Construction: Heather Harmon, Tara Legar, Diana Ray, Jacob Varner, April Loudner-Maffin, Megan Cochran, Andrea Thompson-Hashman, & Bette Morar; Light Design: Mike Gimmer & Jodi MacNeal; Light Board Operation: Tim Towne; Sound Board Operation: Sean Johnson; Sound Cues: William Morosko; Stage Crew: Samantha Pelham, Kevin Kunz, Gabrielle Blackwood Johnston, Zach Hockman, Brittan Posey, & Adeline Remnant; Usher & Refreshment Coordination: Jan McGarry; Publicity & Programs: Samantha Pelham, Jenn Fritchley, & Jim Parsons
CAST: Eden Andrews, Hadley Bell, Stella Bell, Lina Berger, Jojo Bew, Jozlyn Bew, Sadie Boreman, Anna Brandeberry, Nora Butler, Aubrey Callahan, Delaney Cochran, Jude Haviland Colagiovanni, Charlotte Crawford, Lucia Carver Daniels, Violet Carver Daniels, Eli Dantas-Biot, Isabelle Dellinger, Katya Dobrynin, Lucy Dodd, Leah Drogula, Quinn Duquette, Calvin Epley, Daisy Gartin, Leo Grose, Luke Hashman, Jordyn Higgins, Mikaela Higgins, Nate Hockman, Reagan James, Amelia Johnston, Eliza Kopenski, Kate Legar, Clement Liu, Jay Manley, Addie McGarry, Audrey Morar, Lillian Morar, Evelyn Powers, Natalie Preston, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Lili Ray, Rosalie Remnant, Alice Riggins, Charlie Schwallie-d'Tar, Winston Schwallie-d'Tar, Lochlin Hue Seurkamp, Marie Seurkamp, Briella Shay, Piper Smeck, Leah Swatzel, Greer Tullett, Millie Tullett, Evie Valentine, Virginia Valentine, Layla Wymer, Edwin Young-Ihling
A Sensory-Friendly Holiday Concert.
Sponsored by: The ATCO Legacy Fund & Ohio Arts Council.
Director: Celeste Parsons
December 16, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
The Ohio Winds: Allison Brown Sincoff, Nathaly Pagoaga, Rebecca Rischin, Matthew Morris, Matthew James, Scott Smith
CAST: Celeste Parsons, TJ Johnston, Jodi MacNeal, James McGee-Moore, Tatum L´Heureux, Jennifer L´Heureux
2023-2024
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Theresa Lewis
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
The Little Mermaid JR. Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, Book by Doug Wright.
Sponsored by: Ohio Valley Summer Theatre
Co-Directors: Alexis Parsons & Jodi MacNeal
September 8 & 9, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.; September 9 at 2:00 p.m., & September 10, 2023 at 1:00 & 4:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Music Director & Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Choreographer: Alexis Parsons; Costumes: April Loudner-Maffin; Set: Jason Morosko; Props: Melissa Maccabee & Sandy Russell; Light Board Operation: Tim Towne; Light Designer: Mike Gimmer; Technical Direction: T-Bone McCauley & Todd Coogen; Sound Board Operation: Sean Johnson; Sound Cues: William Morosko; Stage Crew: Joanna Duquette, Jordyn Higgins, Amelia Johnston, Gabrielle Johnston, Samantha Pelham, Kevin Kunz, Violet Bradley; Usher Coordination: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordination: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Susan Gilfert, Samantha Pelham & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Jozlyn Bew, Charlotte Crawford, Eli Dantas-Biot, Emaline Duquette, Vanessa Foreman, Mikaela Higgins, MacKenzie Klein, Eliza Kopenski, Tatum L'Heureux, Jay Manley, Hailee Miller, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Terin Reiber, Miley Shaw, Ava Shultz, Piper Smeck, Marie Suerkamp, Jada Trough, Greer Tullett, Evie Valentine, Jacob Varner, Matilda Wagner, Sara Webb
Tiny Beautiful Things. Based on the book by Cheryl Strayed. Adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos. Co-Conceived by Marshall Heyman, Thomas Kail, and Nia Vardalos.
Sponsored by: The Ethan Cooper Fund—with gratitude to the arts community of Southern Ohio and in support of our local artists.
Director: Allison Epperson
September 28 & 29, 2023 at 7:30 p.m., & September 30, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Lighting Designer: Carol Ault; Scenic Construction: Jason Morosko; Prop Master: Eliza Russo; Costume Designer: Carleen Dotson; Production Assistant: Karen M. Chan; Stage Manager & Light Board Operator: Addison James; Sound Board Operator: Sean Johnson; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins
CAST: Joseph Balding, Robin Barnes, Lee Carter, & Gabrielle Blackwood Johnston
Madagascar JR. Based on the DreamWorks Animation Motion Picture. Book by Kevin Del Aguila.
Original Music and Lyrics by George Niriega & Joel Someleillan.
Sponsored by: OUCU Financial
Co-Directors: Jodi MacNeal & Jenn Fritchley
December 1, 2023 at 7:30 p.m., December 2, 2023 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and December 3, 2023 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsoville, Ohio
Crew: Alexis Parsons, Celeste Parsons, Diana Ray, Gabrielle Johnston, Heather Harmon, Jason Morosko, Jim Parsons, Kevin Kunz, Melissa Maccabee, Mike Gimmer, Mikaela Higgins, Miley Shaw, Samantha Pelham, Sean Johnson, Tim Towne, TJ Johnston, Todd Coogan, William Morosko, & Jacob Varner
CAST: Eden Andrews, James Azbell, Emma Barkhurst, Stella Bell, JoJo Bew, Sadie Borman, Violet Bradley, Delaney Cochran, Lola Cornett, Charlotte Crawford, Reed Davis, Isabelle Dellinger, Katya Dobrynin, Quinn Duquette, Calvin Epley, Leo Grose, Mia Harmon, Jordyn Higgins, Amelia Johnston, Tatum L’Heureux, Felicia Johnson-Flores, Rafael Johnson-Flores, Kate Legar, Olivyah Lev, Clement Liu, Jay Manley, Addie McGarry, Hailee Miller, Audrey Morar, Vera Osler, Evelyn Powers, Natalie Preston, Eden Radcliff, Lili Ray, Adeline Remnant, Rosalie Remnant, Cassie Saner, Charlie Schwallie-deTar, Briella Shay, Ava Shultz, Carter Schultz, Piper Smeck, Leah Swatzel, Matilda Wagner, Sara Webb, & Layla Wymer
Gypsy. A musical fable. Book by Arthur Laurents. Music by Jule Styne. Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Suggested by memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee. Original Production by David Merrick and Leland Hayward. Entire production originally directed and choreographed by Jerome Robbins.
Sponsored by: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Director: Celeste Parsons
March 15, 16, 22, & 23, 2024 at 7:30 p.m., and March 17 & 24, 2024 at 2 p.m..
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsoville, Ohio
Set Designer: Celeste Parsons, Music Director: Jodi MacNeal, Choreographer: Jenn Fritchley, Dance Assistants: JoAnna Duquette, Melanie Tullett, Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg, Lighting Design: Hannah Sickles, Mike Gimmer, Lightboard Operator: Tim Towne, Sound Operator: Sean Johnson, Backstage Coordinator: Julie Towne, Costumes: Carleen Dotson, Heather Harmon, Props: Mattie Wagner, Set Construction: Jason Morosko, Backstage Crew: TJ Johnston, James McGee-Moore
CAST: Heylea Allan, Joe Balding, Crystal Bew, Jozlyn Bew, Aubrey Callahan, Dorian Callahan, Emaline Duquette, JoAnna Duquette, Quinn Duquette, Charlotte (Cat) Foehl, Jenn Fritchley, Leo Grose, Summer Hartman, Nate Hockman, Gabrielle Blackwood Johnston, Kevin Kunz, Jay Manley, Jason Morosko, William Morosko, Kyle Nienaber, Alexis Parsons, Samantha Pelham, Eden Radcliff, Hannah Rutkowski, Miley Shaw, Piper Smeck, Ezra Thobaben, Greer Tullett, Melanie Tullett, Millie Tullett, Mattie Wagner, Sara Webb, Judy Wymer, & Layla Wymer
The Wizard of Oz. By L. Frank Baum with music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg. Background music by Herbert Stothart.
Sponsored by: Stuart's Opera House
Directors: Devin Sudman, Jodi MacNeal, Melanie Wilt, Jacci Clark, and Jenn Fritchley
May 10 & 11, 2024 at 7:00 p.m., and May 11 & 12, 2024 at 2 p.m..
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsoville, Ohio
Choreographers: Jenn Fritchley & Melanie Tullett; Education Director: Devin Sudman; Scenic Designer: Hannah Carey; Director of Production: Todd Coogan; Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Technical Director: Jaxon Meadows; Lighting Designer: Mike Gimmer; Liaison: Jacci Clark; Props: Celeste & Jim Parsons; Sound Designer: Sean Johnson; Program Manager: Melanie Wilt; Costumes: Heather Harmon, Diana Ray, Carleen Dotson, Tara Legar, Julie Cohara, & Jenny Deering; Stage Crew: Tim Towne, Malachi Johnston, Bianca Gerity, Carly Miller, Julia Smith, Lili Spencer, Brittan Posey, Zac Hockman, Celeste Parsons
CAST: Heylea Allen, Joe Balding, Jojo Bew, Grant Brown, Julie Cohara, Jude Haviland Colaiovanni, Lola Cornett, Delaney Dean, Carlee Dotson, Calvin Epley, Leo Grose, Hannah Hackworth, Luke Hashman, Jordyn Higgins, Mikaela Higgins, Nate Hockman, Amelia Johnston, Gabrielle Johnston, TJ Johnston, Kevin Kunz, Tatum L'Heureux, Kate Legar, Paula Maiden, Kyle Nienaber, Sam Pelham, Mackenzie Perry, Evelyn Powers, Natalie Preston, Lili Ray, Adeline Remnant, Ro Remnant, Carter Rice, Cassie Saner, Charlie Schwallie-deTar, Miley Shaw, Briella Shay, Piper Smeck, Andrea Thompson-Hashman, Jada Traugh, Greer Tullett, Millie Tullett, Shawn Valentine, Jacob Varner, Linda Watkins, Layla Wymer
2022-2023
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Theresa Lewis
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Break a Leg. By John O’Brien.
Sponsored by: Cooper Ventures LTD.
Directors: Jodi MacNeal & Dan Maccabee
October 7 & 8, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. & October 9, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Melissa Maccabee; Set Design & Construction: Jason Morosko; Props: Jason Morosko & Celeste Parsons; Costume Design & Construction: Melissa Maccabee & Jodi MacNeal; Light Design: Mike Gimmer & Jodi MacNeal; Light Board Operation: Tim Towne; Light & Sound Technical Direction: Mike Gimmer & T-Bone McCauley; Sound Board Operation: Jodi MacNeal; Stage Crew: Jason Morosko; Usher Coordination: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordination: Melissa Maccabee & Jennifer L’Heureux; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Susan Gilfert, Samantha Pelham & Sylvia Abbott; original logo art by Sierra Kunkler
CAST: Joe Balding, Jozlyn Bew, Alana Bruce, Calista Bruce, Austin Dellinger, Vanessa Forman, Ryan Frost, Tatum L’Heureux, Dan Maccabee, Melissa Maccabee, Jodi MacNeal, Celeste Parsons, Ezra Thobaben, Julie Towne, Jada Traugh
James and the Giant Peach. By Roald Dahl.
Sponsored by: OUCU Financial
Co-Directors: Jodi MacNeal, Jenn Fritchley, & Alexis Parsons
December 2 & 3, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. & December 3 &4, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Choreography: Jenn Fritchley & Alexis Parsons; Set Design & Construction: Jason Morosko, Jim & Celeste Parsons; Props: Celeste Parsons & Melissa Maccabee; Costume Design & Construction: Heather Harmon, Tara Legar, Diana Ray, & Louanna Smeck; Light Design: Mike Gimmer & Jodi MacNeal; Light Board Operation: Tim Towne ; Light & Sound Technical Direction: Mike Gimmer & T-Bone McCauley; Sound Board Operation: Seth Sheridan; Sound Cues: William Morosko; Stage Crew: Dan & Melissa Maccabee, Julie Towne, Sam Pelham, Joanna Duquette, Jason Morosko, Celeste Parsons, & Alexis Parsons; Backstage Help: Calista Bruce, Paula Maiden, & parents; Usher & Refreshment Coordination: Jan McGarry; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Susan Gilfert, Samantha Pelham & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Eden Andrews, Jacey Ankeney, James Azbell, JoJo Bew, Jozlyn Bew, Sadie Borman, Violet Bradley, Violet Bradley, Alana Bruce, Shane Bruce, Aubrey Callahan, Ruby Callahan, Delaney Cochran, Lola Cornett, Charlotte Crawford, Austin Dellinger, Isabelle Dellinger, Katya Dobrynin, Emaline Duquette, Quinn Duquette, Vanessa Foreman, Paisley Gryszka, Sophie Gryszka, Mia Harmon, Jorydn Higgins, Mikaela Higgins, Felicia Johnson-Flores, Rafael Johnson-Flores, Tatum L'Heureux, Kate Legar, Clement Liu, Calvin Logue, Addie McGarry, Adam McKnight, Hailee Miller, Natalie Preston, Eden Radcliff, Lili Ray, Adeline Remnant, Charlie Schwallie-deTor, Miley Shaw, Briella Shay, Ava Shultz, Piper Smeck, Leah Swatzel, Jada Trough, Greer Tullett, & Millie Tullett
9 to 5 the Musical. Music and lyrics by Dolly Parton; book by Patricia Resnick.
Sponsored by: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store.
Director: Kit Parsons
March 17-18 & 24-25, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. & March 19 & 26, 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Music Director & Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Assistant Music Director: Melanie Wilt; Choreographer: Alexis Parsons; Costumes:
Carleen Dotson & Jenny Deering; Set: Jason Morosko, Jim & Celeste Parsons; Props: Mindy King; Light Board Operation: Tim Towne; Light Designer: Mike Gimmer; Technical Direction: T-Bone McCauley; Sound Board Operation: Seth Sheridan & Sean Johnson; Sound Cues: William Morosko; Stage Crew: Julie Towne, Piper Smeck, Carlee Dotson & Rita Preston; Usher Coordination: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordination: Jenn L’Heureux & Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Susan Gilfert, Samantha Pelham & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Charlotte Azbell, James Azbell, Rebecca Bowen, Miki Brooks, Peter Cohara, Jenn Fritchley, Jessica Holliday, Gabrielle Johnston, TJ Johnston, Mindy King, Kevin Kunz, Max Mace, Chris MacNeal, Jay Manley, Adam McKnight, Alexis Parsons, Kit Parsons, Samantha Pelham, Caroline Peters, Diana Ray, Sandy Russell, Becca Swanson, Ezra Thobaben, Andrea Thompson-Hashman, Melanie Tullett, Judy Wymer
Animal Tales.
Director: Celeste Parsons
April 8, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Director: Celeste Parsons; Stage Crew: Suzanne Ragg & Samantha Pelham; Keyboard: Jennifer Sheets; Guitar: Roger Gilmore; Costumes: Jude Pizzolato, Alyssa Embry, & Sandy Russell; Choreography: Carol Ault; Technical Direction: T-Bone McCauley; Logo Design: Hannah Sickles
CAST: Joe Balding, Violet Bradley, Lola Cornett, Joanna Duquette, Quinn Duquette, Tatum L’Heureux, Chad Kopenski, Eliza Kopenski, Clement Liu, Paula Maiden, James McGee-Moore, Celeste Parsons, Rita Preston, Alexa Ross
School of Rock the Musical. Based on the Paramount movie by Mike White, book by Julian Fellowes, lyrics by Glenn Slater, new music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Sponsored by: Ohio Arts Council & Rocky Community Improvement Fund
Director: Dayton Willison
May 11-13, 2023 at 7:30 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Music Director: Devin Sudman; Choreographer: Jenn Fritchley; Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Assistant Stage Manager: Natalie Burkett; Assistant Director/NY Liaison Jacci Clark; Costumer: Brittan Posey; Technical Director: T-Bone McCauley; Scenic Design: Hannah Carey; Set Construction: Nick Partonen & Chris Wise; Light Designer Mike Gimmer; Audio Engineer: Sean Johnson; Props: Keely Heyl; Stage Crew: Hayla Brown, Jacob Brown, Grace Downey, Gabrielle Johnston, Kevin Kunz, Samantha Pelham, Annika Landrum, Julie Towne, Tim Towne, & Meke Miller
PIT BAND: Devin Sudman (Director), Melanie Wilt (Keyboard 1), Metra Peterson (Keyboard 2/Recorder), Erik Anderson (Guitar 1), Andrew Krag Guitar 2), Esteban Vasquez (Guitar 3), Adeline Collins (Bass), Dom O'Korn (Drums)
CAST: James Azbell, Joe Balding, Jozlyn Bew, Sadie Borman, Violet Bradley, Lola Cornett, Eli Dantas-Biot, Reed Davis, Delaney Dean, Jenny Deering, Nathan Deering, Austin Dellinger, Vanessa Foreman, Leo Groser, Lu Guseman, Mikaela Higgins, Amelia Johnston, TJ Johnston, Mackenzie Klein, Tatum L'Heureux, Kate Legar, Max Mace, Paula Maiden, Raven McClintock, Jan McGarry, Adam McKnight, Leann McKnight, Natalie Preston, Chloe Rader, Adeline Remnant, Ava Schulz, Miley Shaw, Piper Smeck, Travis Starr, Ross Stewart, Becca Swanson, Jada Traugh, Greer Tullett, Jacob Varner
The Lion in Winter. By James Goldman
Sponsored by: The Radcliff Sales Team
Director: Karen M. Chan
June 25, 2023 at 2:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Assistant Director: Allison Epperson; Artwork: Kit DeBerry; Stage Manager, Light, & Sound Operator: Jodi Wellman MacNeal; Light Designer: Carol Brown Ault; Technical Assistance: T-Bone McCauley, Sean Johnson, & Mike Gimmer; Dramaturg & Sound Editor: J. Jack Chan; Prop Design: Sandy Russell & Tom Fiocchi; Costume Design: Tom Fiocchi & Brittan Posey; Programs & Posters: Jim Parsons & Sylvia Abbott; Preshow, Production, & Postshow Music: Timothy S. Klugh; “Lover’s Christmas Carol”: James Goldman with additions and music by Celeste Parsons; Mandolin Accompaniment: Adam Graham; Duet: Ruth Borovicka & Celeste Parsons; Audio Engineer: Adam Rich; Preshow Assistance: Cecilia Rinaldi, Ruth Borovicka, & Celeste Parsons; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity: Samantha Pelham & Susan Gilfert
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Amy Abercrombie, Joe Balding, Ken Bowald, Tom Fiocchi, Chad Kopenski, Celeste Parsons, & Jim Parsons
2021-2022
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Theresa Lewis
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Matilda the Musical. Book by Dennis Kelly, Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin, Based on the book by Roald Dahl.
Supported by: The Ohio Arts Council
Director/Costumer: Dayton Willison
April 28-30, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Music Director: KatieAnn Bonavita; Choreographer: Jenn Fritchley; Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Assistant Director/NY Liaison: Jacci Clark; Production Manager: Devin Sudman; Technical Director: T-Bone McCauley; Set Design: Keely Heyl; Set Construction: Jason Morosko, Jim & Celeste Parsons; Light Designers: Mike Gimmer, Carol Ault; Audio Engineers: Jordan Tisch-Smail, Seth Sheridan; Props: Grace Easterday, Hannah Carey; Stage Crew: Rita Preston, Vallie Guseman, Mieke Miller, Courtney Lowry, Aubrey Domino, Laney Dean, Julie Towne, Tim Towne, Jason Morosko
CAST: James Azbell, Joe Balding, Sadie Borman, Jacci Clark, Peter Cohara, Austin Dellinger, Vanessa Foreman, Paisley Gryszka, Linda Guseman, Heather Harmon, Mia Harmon, Kevin Kunz, Tatum L'Heureux, Aaliyah Lee, Clement Liu, Paula Maiden, Jan McGarry, Cole Morrow, Samantha Pelham, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Lili Ray, Carter Rice, Sandy Russell, Selene Sasage, Miley Shaw, Jacob Simerly, Piper Smeck, Devin Sudman, Becca Swanson, Jada Traugh, Jacob Varner, Esteban Vazquez
Sister Act. Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Glenn Slater, Book by Cheri Steinkellner & Bill Steinkellner, Based on the Touchstone Pictures Motion Picture “Sister Act” written by Joseph Howard.
Sponsored by: Hocking Valley Bank
Director/Music Director: Devin Sudman
March 18-19 & 25-26, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. & March 20 & 27, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Assistant Director/Stage Manager: Carter Rice; Producer: Jodi MacNeal; Choreographer: Jenn Fritchley; Set Design & Construction: Sandy Russell, Jim & Celeste Parsons & Jason Morosko; Props: Celeste Parsons; Costume Design & Construction: Carleen Dotson; Light Design: Carol Ault & Mike Gimmer; Light Board Operation: Jason Morosko; Light & Sound Technical Direction: Mike Gimmer & T-Bone McCauley; Sound Board Operation: William Morosko; Stage Crew: Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Heather Harmon & Tim Towne; Usher Coordination: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordination: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Susan Gilfert, Samantha Pelham & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Faline Bailey, Joe Balding, Crystal Bew, Jozlyn Bew, Carlee Dotson, Emaline Duquette, JoAnna Duquette, Jenn Fritchley, Allie Harmon, Jeremy Hayes, Jessica Holliday, Kevin Kunz, Jodi MacNeal, Paula Maiden, Alexandro Nagy, Celeste Parsons, Jim Parsons, Samantha Pelham, Rita Preston, Sandra Russell, Abby Swintek, Jaliyah Townsend, Esteban Vazquez, Linda Watkins
Radium Girls. By D.W. Gregory.
Sponsored by: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store.
Director: Celeste Parsons
October 7 - 9, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. & October 10, 2021 at 2:00 p.,m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Carol Ault; Costumer: Jude Pizzolato; Props: Susan Gilfert; Line Coach: Sylvia Abbott; Set: Celeste Parsons; Lights: Hannah Sickles; Sound: Jodi MacNeal; Crew: Jason Morosko, Rita Preston & Carol Ault; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Publicity: Samantha Pelham, Susan Gilfert, Sylvia Abbott & Jim Parsons
CAST: Joe Balding, Jozlyn Bew, Crystal Bew, Jeroch Carlson, James Colgan, Charlotte Crawford, Kevin Kunz, Samantha Pelham & Sandra Russell
Ho Ho Ho! The Santa Claus Chronicles. By Pat Cook.
Sponsored by: The MacNeal and Parsons Families.
Directors: Jodi MacNeal & Jenn Fritchley
Dec. 4, 2021 at 8 p.m. Matinee Dec. 5, 2021 at 8 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CREW: Celeste Parsons, Rita Preston, Mike Gimmer, T-Bone McCauley, Jim Parsons
CAST: Carlee Dotson, Carleen Dotson, Emaline Duquette, Quinn Duquette, Vanessa Foreman, Tatum L'Heureux, Eliza Kopenski, Kate Legar, Carter Maccabee, Chris MacNeal, Addie McGarry, Leah Swatzel
2020-2021
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Theresa Lewis
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
ABC Players Letters to Santa. Original concept by Jodi MacNeal. Written by the cast.
Sponsored by: Stuart's Opera House
Director: Jodi MacNeal
December 19 & 20, 2020 at 7 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Lights & Sound: T-Bone McCauley & Mike Gimmer, Video: Kevin Price, Crew: Sydney Lewis, Jenn Fritchley, Jodi MacNeal, Jim & Celeste Parsons
CAST: Addi Mcdonald, Austin Dellinger, Morris L’Heureux, Quinn Duquette, Madison King, Eliza Kopenski, Leah Swatzel, Luke Hashman, Jozlyn Bew, Lila Dishong, Emaline Duquette, Jojo Bew,
Tatum L’Heureux, Addie McGarry
Ordinary Days. Music and lyrics by Adam Gwon.
Sponsored by: Cooper Ventures LTD.
Director / Music Director: Devin Sudman
March 26 & 27, 2021 at 7:30 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio, and streamed on Castr.
Assistant Director: Jenn Fritchley; Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Set & Props: Jim & Celeste Parsons; Video: Kevin Price; Lights: Carol Ault & Mike Gimmer; Sound: T-Bone McCauley; Crew: Jason & William Morosko, Jozlyn Bew & Austin Dellinger; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Publicity & Programs: Samantha Pelham, Susan Gilfert, Sylvia Abbott & Jim Parsons
CAST: Jill Iverson, Carter Rice, Samantha Pelham, Zoie Lanning, Kevin Kunz
PIANIST: Abigail Olson
2019-2020
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Theresa Lewis
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Clue the Musical. Book by Peter DePietro. Lyrics by Tom Choido. Music by Galen Blum, Wayne Barker & Vinni Maartucci. Based on the board game by Parker Brothers.
Sponsored by: Intelliwave
Director: Sylvia Abbott
October 10-12, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. & October 13, 2019 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Music Director: Jodi MacNeal; Choreographer: Jenn Fritchley; Music Production: Matthew Johnson; Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set: Jason Morosko; Props Management: Ardelle Donohue; Props Design/Construction: Jim & Celeste Parsons, Costumes: Jude Pizzolato; Light Designer: Mike Gimmer; Light Board Operator: Hannah Sickles; Sound Board Operators: Celeste Parsons, James McGee Moore, & Josh Bodnar; General Crew: Andy Veladota; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Samantha Pelham, Susan Gilfert, & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Joe Balding, Jeroch Carlson, Dan Dunham, Matthew Johnson, Kevin Kunz, Jodi MacNeal, Samantha Pelham, Ezra Thobaben, Linda Watkins
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Frozen JR. Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez. Book by Jennifer Lee. Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee.
Sponsored by: Ohio University Credit Union
Directors: Jodi MacNeal & Jenn Fritchley
December 6 & 7, 2019 at 7:30 p.m., December 7, 2019 at 1 p.m., & December 8, 2019 at 1 & 4 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Assistant Director - Choreography: Sydney Lewis; Stage Manager: Sydney Lewis; Set Design & Construction: Jason Morosko, Sandy Russell, Heather Harmon, Tara Legar, Jim & Celeste Parsons; Props: Ardelle Donohue, Melissa Maccabee, Charles Clarke; Costumes: April Maffin, Theresa Lewis, Melissa Maccabee, Tara Legar, Kelly Huq, Melissa Herzog; Stage Crew: Nico Barr, Abram Maccabee, Ryan Whitescarver, Madison King, Jim Parsons, Celeste Parsons, JoAnna Mansfield-Duquette, Sarah McManaway, Noah Vazquez, Tim Towne, Max King; Light Designer: Mike Gimmer; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Sound Board Operators: Jordan Tisch-Smail, William Morosko, & Josh Bodnar; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Susan Gilfert, Rita Preston, Elizabeth McDonald, Keri Higgins, Samantha Pelham, Alexis Parsons, & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Tia Anthony, JoJo Bew, Jozlyn Bew, Colby Bryan, Landis Corrigan, Erik Dabelko, Austin Dellinger, Lila Dishong, Xia Smith Donaldson, Emaline Duquette, Vanessa Foreman, Allie Harmon, Mia Harmon, Eli Herzog, Jordyn Higgins, Mikaela Higgins, Jada Holdren, Elena Johnson, Brandi Kisor, Eliza Kopenski, Tatum L'Heureux, Kate Legar, Carter Maccabbee, Katie Maccabee, Addi McDonald, Addie McGarry, Erin McManaway, Cali Papineau, Natalie Preston, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Piper Smeck, Leah Swatzel, Julie Towne, Cameron Weekley, Stella Whitescarver
2018-2019
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Theresa Lewis
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Spring Awakening. Book & Lyrics by Steven Sater. Music by Duncan Sheik. Based on the play by Frank Wedekind.
Sponsored by: Intelliwave
Director: Chrissy Barkhurst-McKinney
October 18-20, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. & October 21, 2018 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Music Director: Devin Sudman; Choreographer: Alexis Parsons; Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal ; Assistant Stage Manager: Kennedy Cantrell; Set Designers / Builders: Jason Morosko & Sandy Russell; Costumes: Chrissy Barkhurst-McKinney & April Maffin; Stage Crew: Grace Chambers & Kenna Lovsey; Props: Chrissy Barkhurst-McKinney, Celeste Parsons, & Jodi MacNeal; Light Designer: Mike Gimmer; Light Board Operator: Celeste Parsons; Sound Board Operator: Jodi MacNeal; Spotlight Operator: Grace Chambers; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Susan Gilfert, & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Joseph Balding, Devanté Brown, Rhys Carr, Ethan Cooper, Miguel Santiago-Flores, Annie Haseley, Teagan Hughes, Allyriane Huq, Zoie Lanning, Sydney Lewis, Tatum Lovsey, Katie Maccabee, Jacob Mullins, Brittan Posey
start pictures! finish pictures!
Seussical JR. Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Music by Stephen Flaherty. Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens. Conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, and Eric Idle. Based on the works of Dr. Seuss. Music Supervised, Adapted, and Produced by Bryan Louiselle.
Sponsored by: Ohio University Credit Union
Directors: Jodi MacNeal & Jenn Fritchley
November 30 & December 1, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. & December 1 & 2, 2018 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Ass't Director - Choreography: Sydney Lewis;Ass't Director - Music: Devanté Brown; Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set Designer & Construcion: Jason Morosko, Sandy Russell, Chris MacNeal & Dan Maccabee; Props: Ardelle Donohue & Melissa Maccabee; Costumes: April Maffin; Stage Crew: Chrissy Barkhurst-McKinney, Jacob Mullins, Grace Chambers, Celeste Parsons & Katie Herron; Light Designer: Mike Gimmer; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Sound Board Operator: Jordan Tish-Smail; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Susan Gilfert, Samantha Pelham & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Joyzlyn Bew, Ethan Cooper, Landis Corrigan, Erik Dabelko, Austin Dellinger, Isidora Diaz, Audrey Grace, Ellen Grace, Tristan Grace, Allie Harmon, Mia Harmon, Eli Herzog, Allyriane Huq, Elena Johnson, Felecia Johnson-Flores, Rafael Johnson-Flores, Ben King, Brandi Kisor, Tatum L'Heureux, Molly Lee, Kate Legar, Carter Maccabee, Katie Maccabee, Fae Maffin, Addie McGarry, Erin McManaway, Sarah McManaway, William Morosko, Cali Papineau, Natalie Preston, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Miguel Santiago-Flores, Becca Swanson, Leah Swatzel, Cameron Weekley
start pictures! finish pictures! some portraits!
Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Music by Alan Menken. Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Tim Rice. Book by Linda Woolverton. Originally Directed by Robert Jess Roth. Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions.
Sponsored by: Hocking Valley Bank
Directors: Chris Parsons
March 1-2, 8-9, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. & March 3, 9 & 10 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Musical Direction: Devanté Brown & Devin Sudman; Choreography: Jenn Fritchley, Sydney Lewis, Alexis Parsons; Stage Management: Jodi MacNeal; Assistant Stage Management: Rita Preston; Set Design & Construcion: Jason Morosko, Celeste Parsons, Sandy Russell; Props: Mindy & Larry King; Costume Design & Construction: Kelly Huq, assisted by Comischell Bradley, Sarah Braun, Lisa Chambers, Teresa Lewis, April Maffin, Alexis Parsons, Celeste Parsons, Brittan Posey; Light Design: Carol Ault; Light Board Operation: Kim Brooks; Sound Board Operation: Jordan Tish-Smail; Fly Operation: Jim Parsons, Isley Newton; Stage Crew: Nico Barr, JoAnna Duquette, Allie Harmon, Tatum L'Heureux, Zoie Lanning, Abram Maccabee; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Sylvia Abbott, Susan Gilfert, Jim Parsons, Samantha Pelham
CAST: Joe Balding, Nathan Becker, Comischell Bradley, Sarah Braun, Austin Dellinger, Dan Dunham, Emaline Duquette, Alexis Fritchley, Jenn Fritchley, Annie Haseley, Jessica Holliday, Allyriane Huq, John Carlton Krubl, Sydney Lewis, Dan Maccabee, Fae Maffin, Mya Martin, Alexis Parsons, Celeste Parsons, Chris Parsons, Samantha Pelham, Jade Pettey, Brittan Posey, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Sandy Russell, Ezra Thobaben, Bruce Wolfe, Judy Wymer
The 39 Steps. Adapted by Patrick Barlow from the novel by John Buchan from the movie by Alfred Hitchcock. Licensed by ITV Global Entertainment Limited. And an original concept by Simon Corbie and Nobby Dimon.
Sponsored by: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Director: Celeste Parsons
May 2-4, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. & May 5 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set: Celeste Parsons; Props: Susan Gilfert, Jim & Celeste Parsons; Backstage Crew: Ardelle Donohue, Sydney Lewis, & James McGee-Moore; Costumes: Jude Pizzolato; Lights: Celeste Parsons & Jodi MacNeal; Sound: Isley Newton; Tickets: Theresa Lewis; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Sylvia Abbott, Susan Gilfert, Jim Parsons, Samantha Pelham
CAST: Joe Balding, Nathan Becker, Ken Bowald, Jeremy Hayes, Samantha Pelham, Ezra Thobaben
Burlesque Humor Revisited: a Rundown on Old-Time Burlesque Comedy by Dick Poston.
Sponsored by: Tansky Motors
Director: Alexa Ross
June 19 & 20, 2019 at 7:30 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Production Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Assistant Stage Manager: Celeste Parsons; Costumer: Jude Pizzolato; Lights & Sound: Jodi MacNeal & Celeste Parsons; Stage Crew: Ardelle Donohue & William Morosko; Tickets: Theresa Lewis; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Melissa Maccabee; Publicity & Programs: Sylvia Abbott, Susan Gilfert, Jim Parsons, Samantha Pelham
CAST: Amy Abercrombie, Robin Barnes, Ken Bowald, Martha Carson, Veronica Honeywell, Cinda Morosko, Jason Morosko, Celeste Parsons, Gordon Pettey, Alexa Ross, Ezra Thobaben
2017-2018
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Rita Preston
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Godspell. Conceived and Originally Directed by John-Michael Tebelak. Music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.
Sponsored by: Intelliwave
Director: Chris Parsons
October 19-21, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.; October 21-22, 2017 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Music Directors: Devin Sudman & Jodi MacNeal; Choreographers: Alexis Parsons & Jenn Fritchley; Set Designer / Builder: Jason Morosko; Costume Designer: Kelly Huq; Props Designer: Mindy King; Light Designer: Carol Ault; Stage Manager: Hannah Sickles; Light Board Operator: Josh Bodnar; Sound Board Operator: Ken; Spotlight Operator: Abram Maccabee; Backstage Crew: Riley Maffin; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, Jennifer L'Heureux, & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Joseph Balding, Orion Carter, Ethan Cooper, Jeremy Hayes, Katie Herron, Allyriane Huq, Sydney Lewis, Dan Maccabee, Katie Maccabee, Jodi MacNeal, Chrissy Barkhurst-McKinney, Jacob Mullins, Alexis Parsons, Brittan Posey, Chiara Ridpath, Sandy Russell
Elf, the Musical, Jr. Book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin. Music by Matthew Sklar. Lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Based upon the New Line Cinema film written by David Berenbaum.
Sponsored by: Ohio University Credit Union
Directors: Jodi MacNeal & Jenn Fritchley
December 1-2, 2017 at 7:30 p.m.; December 2-3, 2017 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Managers: Josh Bodner & Chrissy Barkhurst-McKinney; Set Design & Construction: Jason Morosko; Props: Theresa Lewis, Sandy Russell, Chris MacNeal & Mindy King; Costumes: April Maffin & Lisa Chambers; Stage Crew: Abram Maccabee, Don Maccabee, Melissa Maccabee, Katie Herron, Alexis Fritchley, Grace Chambers, Celeste Parsons & Zoie Lanning; Light Designers: Carol Ault & Hannah Sickles; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Sound Board Operator: Ken; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Karen Chan; Lee Carter, Jennifer L'Heureux, & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Jozlyn Bew, Caleb Bryant, Blake Coakley, Ethan Cooper, Landis Corrigan, Erik Dabelko, Giana Dixon, Paige Fuller, Allie Harmon, Mia Harmon, Eli Herzog, AJ Huq, Ben King, Madison King, Max King, Brandi Kisor, Kate Legar, Sydney Lewis, Morris L'Heureux, Tatum L'Heureux, Carter Maccabee, Katie Maccabee, Riley Maffin, Mya Martin, Addi McDonald, Addie McGarry, Erin McManaway, Sarah McManaway, Izzy Meek, Emma Molde, William Morosko, Abram Papineau, Cali Papineau, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Moxley Schwarzel, Walker Stone, Becca Swanson, Leah Swatzel, Sean Wendelken
Act I pictures! Act II pictures!
Kiss Me, Kate. Based on Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew. Music and Lyrics by Cole Porter. Book by Sam and Bella Spewack.
Sponsored by: Hocking Valley Bank
Director: Sylvia Abbott
March 2-3, 9-10, 2018 at 7:30 p.m., matinees March 4 & 11 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Music Directors: Jodi MacNeal; Choreographers: Jenn Fritchley; Dance Captain: Sydney Lewis; Music Tracks: Matthew Johnson; Set Designer / Builder: Jason Morosko; Costume Designer: Jude Pizzolato; Props Manager: Susan Gilfert & Ardelle Donohue; Light Designer: Mike Gimmer; Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Light Board Operator: Jodi MacNeal; Sound Board Operator: Jordon Tish-Smail; Fly Operator: Jim Parsons; Poster Art: Sandy Russell; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, Jennifer L'Heureux, & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Joe Balding, Devanté Brown, Caleb Bryant, Jenn Fritchley, Allie Harmon, Jeremy Hayes, Katie Herron, Zoie Lanning, Sydney Lewis, Dan Maccabee, Abram Maccabee, Chrissy Barkhurst-McKinney, Seth Mendel, Megan Molnar, Christine Neumann, Celeste Parsons, Chiara Ridpath, Sandra Russell, Jaelyn Sayers, Ronni Smith, Terrence J. Smith, Samantha White, Esteban Vazquez
Act I pictures! Act II pictures!
Auntie Mame. By Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee. Based on the bestselling novel by Patrick Dennis.
Sponsored by: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Director: Celeste Parsons
May 3-5, 2018 at 7:30 p.m., matinee May 6 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Assistant Director: Christina Barkhurst-McKinney; Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set: Celeste Parsons; Props: Susan Gilfert, Larry & Mindy King, Sandy Russell, Jim & Celeste Parsons; Backstage Crew: Ardelle Donohue; Costumes: Kelly Huq; Lights: Carol Ault & Cinda Morosko; Sound: Jordon Tish-Smail & Jim Parsons; Fly Operator: Jim Parsons; Poster Art: Hannah Sickles; Tickets: Theresa Lewis; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Jenn Fritchley, Karen M. Chan, & Sylvia Abbott
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Carol Ault, Joe Balding, Doug Bentley, Caleb Bryant, Martha Carson, Ethan Cooper, Tatum L'Heureux, Fae Maffin, James McGee-Moore, William Morosko, Jason Morosko, Brittan Posey, Cecilia Rinaldi, Hannah Sickles, Terrence J. Smith, Ronni Smith, Ezra Thobaben, Linda Watkins, Sean Wendelken
more pictures & link to audio recording!
Trifles. A play in one act by Susan Glaspell.
Sponsored by: Tansky Motors
Director: Karen M. Chan
June 17, 2018 at 2:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Assistant Director: Ruth Borovicka; Lighting Designer: T-Bone McCauley; Production Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Stage Crew: Ardelle Donohue & Kit DeBerry; Poster Art: Kit DeBerry; Tickets: Theresa Lewis; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Jenn Fritchley, Karen M. Chan, & Sylvia Abbott
MUSIC: First United Methodist Church Chancel Choir
Director: Dr. Peter Jarjisian, Organist: Jeff Daubenmire, Audio Engineer: Adam Rich
Choristers: Anna Bekavac, Cathy Bigger, Jack Bigger, Melissa Brobeck , Linda Brose, Joseph Brown , Eryn Dael, Kevin Dael, Barbara Dingle, Debbie Edwards, Ken Edwards, Sue Klein, Chris Knisely, Cathy Lee, Kim Mather, Wendy Merb-Brown, Lorraine Myers, Bonnie Owens, Judy Piercy, Brain Scharfenberg, Ellen Soroka
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Balding, Ruth Borovicka, Ken Bowald, Rita Preston, Terrence J. Smith
2016-2017
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Rita Preston
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Stuart Little. From the book by E.B. White. Dramatized by Joseph Robinette. Music by Rona Frank. Lyrics by Joseph Robinette & Rona Frank.
Sponsored by: Ohio University Credit Union
Director: Jodi MacNeal
October 21-22, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.; October 22-23, 2016 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Assistant Director/Choreographer: Jenn Fritchley; Director's Assistants: Riley Maffin & Sydney Lewis; Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Music Assistant: Devin Sudman; Props: Mindy King, Larry King, Ardelle Donohue, Sandra E. Russell & Celeste Parsons; Light Designer: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Costumes: Lynnette Clouse, Lisa Chambers, April Maffin, Michiah Clouse & Sydni Roell; Sound Board Operator: Austin Topping; Stage Crew: Baily Barrows & Zoie Lanning; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Holly Robinson
CAST: Jozlyn Bew, Orion Carter, Grace Chambers, Ethan Cooper, Paige Fuller, Katie Herron, Elena Johnson, Madison King, Max King, Brandi Kisor, Aiden Lachman, Sienna Lelux, Sydney Lewis, Tatum L'Heureux, Carter Maccabee, Dan Maccabee, Katie Maccabee, Riley Maffin, Addie McGarry, Cali Papineau, Brittan Posey, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Sandy Russell, Lilly Sauer, Maeve Schwarzel, Terry Smith, Leah Swatzel, Fox Thompson, Andrea Thompson-Hashman, David Whealey, Mckenna Williams
The Littlest Angel. Original script and score by Celeste Parsons, as adapted from the Charles Tazewell children's book. Musical arrangements by Sue Bilski.
Sponsored by: Intelliwave
Director: Celeste Parsons
December 2-3, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.; December 4, 2016 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Musical Arrangements: Sue Bilsky; Choreographer: Marissa Dienstag; Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Props: Ardelle Donohue; Costumes: Chrissy R. Barkhurst-McKinney; Stage Crew: Riley Maffin; Light Designer: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Baily Barrows; Sound Board Operator: Austin Topping; Set Construction: Arnold Heyl, Robin Parsons, Chris Muñoz; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Holly Robinson
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Jozlyn Bew, Bruce & Lou Ann Jones, Jailee LaFleur, Tatum L'Heureux, Jodi MacNeal, Izzy Meek, Abram Papineau, Cali Papineau, Brittan Posey, Kaela Ricket, Sandy Russell, Andrea Thompson-Hashman, Fox Thompson
The Addams Family. Book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice. Music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Based on characters created by Charles Addams.
Sponsored by: Hocking Valley Bank
Director: Chris Parsons
March 17-18 & 24-25, 2017 at 7 p.m.; March 19 & 26 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Musical Director: Devin Sudman; Choreographers: Jenn Fritchley & Kyli MacNeal; Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Assistant Stage Manager: Bailey Barrows; Set Designer: Sandy Russell; Props: Mindy King; Costumes: Kelly Huq & Brittan Posey; Makeup: Lizzy Hall; Stage Crew: Hannah Sickles; Light Designer: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Spotlight Operator: Grace Chambers; Sound Board Operator: Micah Foster; Rehearsal Assistant: Jude Alaswad; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter; & Holly Robinson
MUSICIANS: Conductor: Devin Sudman; Piano: LaMar Wyse; Bass: Alex Shinn; Violin: Liana Powell; Cello: Emily Gillikin; Flute, Piccolo: Paul Rieck; Percussion: Ben Millesen; Trombone: David Fehn; Trumpet: Thalia Ousley; Guitar: Phillip Sedivy; Clarinet, Saxophone, Flute: Samuel Miller; Saxophone: Wesley White; Clarinet: Samantha Tayek
CAST: Joe Balding, Chrissy Barkhurst-McKinney, Logan Boyer, Caleb Bryant, Orion Carter, Ethan Cooper, Jenn Fritchley, Lizzy Hall, Annie Haseley, Allyriane Huq, Ben King, Mindy King, Bill L'Heureux, Zoie Lanning, Sydney Lewis, Riley Maffin, Jason Morosko, William Morosko, Chris Neumann, Alexis Parsons, Celeste Parsons, Brittan Posey, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Jackson Savage, Andrea Thompson-Hashman
The Dixie Swim Club. By Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope,
and Jamie Wooten.
Sponsored by: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Director: Joe Balding
May 11-13, 2017 at 7 p.m.; May 14 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Assistant Stage Manager: Bailey Barrows; Set Construction: Jason Morosko; Set Dresser: Sandy Russell; Props: Ardelle Donohue; Costumes: Brittan Posey; Dressers: Sylvia Abbott, Celeste Parsons, & Rita Preston; Light Designer: T-Bone McCauley; Light and Sound Operator: Josh Bodnar; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons & Lee Carter
CAST: Martha Carson, Kristin Kerwin, Ginny Puhl, Alexa Ross, Linda Watkins
more pictures! The Trip to SE OCTA
The Trip to Bountiful. By Horton Foote.
Sponsored by: Tansky Motors
Director: Karen M. Chan
June 18, 2017 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Assistant Director: Cecilia Rinaldi; Stage Manager/Sound and Light Board: Jodi MacNeal; Set Dresser: Sandy Russell; Costumes: Brittan Posey; Light Designer: Carol Ault; Crew: Ardelle Donohue, Joe Balding, Jim Wendelkin, Martha Carson, Coleen Stidham, Kit DeBerry; Photographers: Jack Chan & Alexa Ross; Refreshments: Patty Witmer, Sunflower Bakery, Rita Preston, Karen M. Chan, Coleen Stidham, Kit DeBerry, Ruth Borovicka, Christine Neumann, Kristina Borovicka Gerig; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons
MUSIC: First United Methodist Church Chancel Choir
Director: Dr. Peter Jarjisian, Organist: Jeff Daubenmire, Audio Engineer: Adam Rich
Choristers: Anna Bekavac, Cathy Bigger, Jack Bigger, Ruth Borovicka,-Soloist, Melissa Brobeck , Linda Brose, Joseph Brown , Eryn Dael, Kevin Dael, Barbara Dingle, Debbie Edwards, Ken Edwards, Sue Klein, Chris Knisely, Cathy Lee, Kim Mather, Wendy Merb-Brown, Lorraine Myers, Bonnie Owens, Judy Piercy, Brain Scharfenberg, Ellen Soroka
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Doug Bentley, Mike Bila, Ruth Borovicka, Ken Bowald, Celeste Parsons, Jim Parsons, Rita Preston, Terrence J. Smith
2015-2016
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Rita Preston
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
My Son, Pinocchio: Geppetto's Musical Tale. Book by David I. Stern. Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz.
Sponsored by: Hocking Valley Bank
Director: Matt Johnson
October 15-17, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.; October 17-18, 2015 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Jodi MacNeal; Choreography: Jenn Fritchley & Marissa Dienstag; Props: Mindy King, Larry King, Ardelle Donohue, & Sandra E. Russell; Light Design: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Follow Spot Operator: Jackson Savage; Set Construction: Erica Johnson, Matt Johnson, Jodi MacNeal, Celeste Parsons, Jim Parsons, Sandra E. Russell & Steve Maffin; Costumes: April Maffin, Lisa Chambers, Kelly Huq, Theresa Lewis, & Lisa Steadman; Sound Board Operator: John Petroski; Stage Crew: Celeste Parsons, Jason Morosko, & Eli Brooks; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Asente, Richard Bagley, John Baker, Joe Balding, Lee Carter, Orion Carter, Grace Chambers, Ethan Cooper, Marissa Dienstag, Annie Haseley, Jeremy Hayes, Allyriane Huq, Elena Johnson, Brandi Kisor, Adeel Koshal, Sydney Lewis, Tatum L'Heureux, Riley Maffin, William Morosko, Mackenzie Perry, Lily Porter, Rita Preston, Jordan Profitt, Kaela Ricket, Alexa Ross, Sandra E. Russell, Tanner Sebastian, Becca Swanson
Charlotte's Web the Musical. Adapted by Joseph Robinette. Music and lyrics by Charles Strouse. Based on the book by E.B. White.
Sponsored by: Ohio University Credit Union
Director: Jodi MacNeal
December 4-5, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.; December 5-6, 2015 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Musical Director: Devin Sudman; Stage Manager: Marissa Dienstag; Choreography: Jenn Fritchley & Marissa Dienstag; Props: Ardelle Donohue, & Sandra E. Russell; Light Design: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Set Design: Erin Hemming; Set Construction: Dean Clouse; Costumes: Lynnette Clouse & Kelly Huq; Sound Board Operator: John Petroski; Stage Crew: Eli Brooks, Riley Maffin, April Maffin, & Lily Carter; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Joe Balding, Caleb Bryant, Avery Brooks, Lee Carter, Orion Carter, Ethan Cooper, Emily Davis, Catalina Dixon, Gianna Dixon, Jade Frame, Paige Fuller, Clay Fuller, Annie Haseley, Teagan Hughes, Allyriane Huq, Elena Johnson, Brandi Kisor, Zoie Lanning, Sydney Lewis, Tatum L’Heureux, Celeste Parsons, Brittan Posey, Eden Radcliff, Harmony Radcliff, Kaela Ricket, Becca Robinson, Sydni Roell, Sandy Russell, Tanner Sebastian, Sean Wendelken, McKenna Williams
The Little Mermaid. Music by Alan Menken. Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Glenn Slater. Book by Doug Wright.
Sponsored by: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Director: Joe Asente
March 11, 12, 18 & 19, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.; March 13 & 20, 2016 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Hannah Sickles; Musical Directors: Jodi McNeal & Devin Sudman; Choreography: Jenn Fritchley & Marissa Dienstag; Props: Mindy King, Richard Asente, & Ardelle Donohue; Light Design: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Set Construction: Celeste & Jim Parsons; Costumes: April Maffin, Lisa Chambers, Sydney Lewis,
Kelly Huq, Theresa Lewis, Lisa Steadman, Brittan Posey,
Jennifer L'Heureux, Sandra Russell, & Heather Harmon; Sound Board Operator: John Petroski; Stage Crew: Morgan Jones & Alice Van Doren; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Balding, Chrissy Barkhurst-McKinney, Logan Boyer, Eli Brooks, Caleb Bryant, Grace Chambers, Ethan Cooper, Marissa Dienstag, Alexis Fritchley, Jenn Fritchley, Allie Harmon, Annie Haseley, Annie Haseley, Jeremy Hayes, Allyriane Huq, Elena Johnson, Mindy King, Brandi Kisor, Adeel Koshal, Tatum L’Heureux, Zoie Lanning, Sydney Lewis, Celeste Parsons, Mackenzie Perry, Brittan Posey, Alexis Radcliff, Sandy Russell, Jackson Savage, Devin Sudman
All the King's Women. By Luigi Januzzi..
Sponsored by: Tansky Motors
Director: Celeste Parsons
May 19-21, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.; May 22, 2016 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Props Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Light Designer: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Terrence Smith; Sound Board Operator: Austin Toppins; Costumer: Alexis Fritchley; Line Coach: Ruth Borovicka; Stage Crew: Sydney Lewis; Follow Spot Operator: Theresa Lewis; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter,
Holly Robinson & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Carol Ault, Alex Couladis, Marissa Dienstag, Bill L'Heureux, Laura Marx, Jodi MacNeal, Kim Mather, James McGee-Moore, Hannah Sickles, Ezra Thobaben, Andrea Thompson, Marlo Tinkham, Linda Watkins
2014-2015
President - Jodi MacNeal
Vice President - Jenn Fritchley
Secretary - Rita Preston
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Flaming Guns of the Purple Sage by Jane Martin
Sponsor: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Director: Gary Molina
October 30-31 & November 1, 2014 at 8:00 p.m.; November 2, 2014 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Hannah Sickles; Assistant Stage Manager: Ruth Borovicka; Costume Design: Dayton Willison; Light Design: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Susan Gilfert; Follow Spot Operator: Noah Molina; Sound Design: Jim Parsons & Gary L. Molina; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Props Manager: Celeste Parsons; Props Assistants: Christine Neumann & Nica VanDoren; Fight Choreography: Gary L. Molina & Chad Kopensky; Fight Captain: Chad Kopensky; Set Design & Construction: The company; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Carol Ault, Angela Blair, Kate Enger, Chad Kopenski, Bob Rymer, Jackson Savage, Terrence Smith
The Velveteen Rabbit based on the story by Margery Williams; book by William S. Kilborne, Jr. and Albert T. Viola; music by Albert T. Viola
Sponsor: Ohio University Credit Union
Director: Jodi MacNeal
Assistant Director: Jenn Fritchley
December 4-5 at 7:30 p.m.; December 6, 2014 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Props Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Costume Design: Lynette Clouse; Set Design: Celeste Parsons; Light Design: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Sound Board Operator: Jackson Savage; Stage Crew: Lily Porter & Allie Willard; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Avery Brooks, Lee Carter, Orion Carter, Micaiah Clouse, Brianna Combs, Ethan Cooper, Emily Davis, Sydney Dicken, Alexis Fritchley, Teagan Hughes, Allyriane Huq, Tatum L’Heureux, Sydney Lewis, Chris MacNeal, Riley Maffin, Abigail Mulligan, Corey Mulligan, Celeste Parsons, Becca Robinson, Sydni Roell, Alley Snyder, Becca Swanson, Fox Thompson
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pictures! OCTA Honors "The Loveletters Waltz"
Love Letters by A. R. Gurney
Benefit for: Stuart's Opera House
Director: Karen M. Chan
Assistant Director: Cecilia Rinaldi
February 14, 2015 at 1:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager/Lights: Carol Brown Ault; Set Design: Sandra E. Russell; Graphic Artist: Kit DeBerry; Truffles: Rita Greco Preston; Stage Hands: Joe Balding, Linda Watkins & Vic Kallay; Strawberries: Patty Witmer; Roses: Nelsonville Flower Shop; Printing: Sylvia Abbott; Gate: Jodi MacNeal & Jenn Fritchley; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Ruth Borovicka & Jim Parsons
MUSIC (Tree Lined Roads): Piano: Elizabeth Miller, 1st Violin: Kelly Leon, 2nd Violin: Wen Zhang, Viola: Jeff Crisler, Viola: Elaine Selby, Cello: Amy Abercrombie, Flute: Suzanne Ragg, Vocal: Celeste Parsons
Shrek the Musical book and lyrics by David Lindsay Abaire, Music by Jeanine Tesori
Sponsored by: Hocking Valley Bank
Director: Sylvia Abbott
Musical Director: Lynn Sullivan
Choreographer: Jenn Fritchley
March 13-14 & 20-21 at 8 p.m.; March 22, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Props Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Costume Design: Dayton Willison; Costumers: Patty Witmer, April Maffin, & Lisa Murray; Backdrop Art: Hannah Sickles; Light Board Operator: Kim Brooks; Sound Board Operator: John Petroski; Projection Operator: Jim Parsons; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Joe Asente, Joe Balding, Josh Bogoniewski, Seth Bogoniewski, Caleb Bryant, Orion Carter, Lee Carter, Jenn Fritchley, Annie Haseley, Andrea Hashman, Nathan Hashman, Matthew Johnson, Ben King, Mindy King, Adeel Koshal, Zoie Lanning, Sydney Lewis, Riley Maffin, Jodi McNeal, Chris Neumann, Celeste Parsons, Rita Preston, Jordan Proffitt, Becca Robinson, Sandy Russell, Jackson Savage, Linda Watkins, David Whealey, Dayton Willison
MUSIC: Bass: Tom Daniels, Flute: Tina Wilson, Drums: Chris Aubell, Guitar: Justin Dowler, Keyboard: Lynn Sullivan
Arsenic and Old Lace by Joseph Kesselring
Sponsored by: Tansky Motors
Director: James Euto
Assistant Director: Dharma Pook
May 14-16 at 8 p.m.; May 17, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Hannah Sickles, Props Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Costume Design: Dayton Willison; Light Designer: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Celeste Parsons; Set Designer: Sandra E. Russell; Set Construction Lead: Jim Parsons; Makeup Artist: Dharma Pook; Makeup Assistants: Keraleya Barstow & Gracie Bell-Moran; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Usher Coordinator: Linda Watkins; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Lee Carter, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Joe Balding, Ken Bowald, Michael Cline, Leslie Heskett, Lizzie Potter, Jordan Proffitt, Cecilia Rinaldi, Jackson Savage, Terrence Smith, Daniel Wasserman, Linda Watkins
2013-2014
President - Sylvia Abbott
Vice President - Joe Balding
Secretary - Celeste Parsons
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Death by Chocolate by Craig Sodaro
Sponsor: Hocking Valley Bank
Director: Cecilia Rinaldi
Assistant Director: Sylvia Abbott
October 31, November 1, 2, 2013 at 8:00 p.m.; November 3, 2013 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Light & Sound Operator: Jeff Swart; Set Design: Celeste Parsons; Lighting Design: Carol Ault; Property Mistress: Ardelle Donohue; Costume Design: Kaylla Steadman; Costume Assistants: Lynette & Michaiah Clouse; Poster Art: Jade Morris; Refreshments Chairperson: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Megan Wanczyk, Suzanne Ragg, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Carol Ault, Joe Balding, James Euto, Katie Hukill, Rita Preston, Ginny Puhl, Sandy Russell, Terrence Smith, Heidi Wilhelm
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson
Sponsor: Ohio University Credit Union
Director: Jodi MacNeal
Assistant Director: Jenn Fritchley
December 5, 6, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.; December 7, 2013 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Light Board Operator: Kyli MacNeal; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Follow Spot Operators: Kim Brooks, Lilly Carter, Ash Brooks; Fly Operator: Maile Orr; Set Design: Dean Clouse, Lynnette Clouse; Lighting Design: Carol Ault; Property Mistress: Ardelle Donohue; Costume Design: Lynnette Clouse, Lisa Chambers, Beth Pratt; Poster Art: Kyli MacNeal; Refreshments Chairperson: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Megan Wanczyk, Suzanne Ragg, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Joe Balding, Morgan Brausey, Avery Brooks, Hannah Bruckner, Lee Carter, Orion Carter, Grace Chambers, Micaiah Clouse, Callie Crosbb, Sydney Dicken, Rachel Evertt, Blossom Fabian, Alexis Fritchley, Elizabeth Goldsberry, Audrey Grace, Andrea Hashman, Teagan Hughes, Katie Hukill, Allyriane Huq, Tatum L’Heureux, Chris MacNeal, Riley Maffin, India Mitchell, Micah Prakin, Sarah Pratt, Becca Robinson, Evan Roell, Sydni Roell, Alexa Ross, RJ Sochia III, Fox Thompson, Audrey Tompkins, Linda Watkins
The Princess and the Goblins adapted for the stage by Celeste Parsons from a novel by George MacDonald
Sponsor: Blackburn Home Furnishing
Director: Celeste Parsons
March 13, 14, & 15, 2014 at 8 p.m.; March 16, 2014 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Joe Balding; Light Board Operator: Jodi MacNeal; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Set & Lighting Design: Celeste Parsons; Property Mistress: Ardelle Donohue; Costume Design: Patty Witmer; Makeup Consultants; Dharma Pook, Megan Kralovic, Courtney Heller, Alisha Norris, Jesse Patterson, & Brittni Joy; Poster Art: Jade Morris; Refreshments Chairperson: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Megan Wanczyk, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Amy Abercrombie, Joe Balding, Morgan Brausey, Caleb Bryant, Sarah Burchett, Lee Carter, Orion Carter, Sydney Dicken, Isaac Dinkins, James Euto, Irie Green, Darian Lallier, Tatum Lovsey, India Mitchell, Eva Paré, Lily Porter, Rita Preston, Sandy Russell, David J. Whealey
The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde
Sponsor: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Director: Karen M. Chan; Assistant Director: Cecilia Rinaldi
May 8, 9, & 10, 2014 at 8 p.m.; May 11, 2014 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Casting Director: Norman Cohn; Production Designer: Sandra E. Russell; Costume Designer: Dayton Willison; Costume Assistants: Lee Anne Willison & Patty Witmer; Makeup Artist: Dharma Pook; Makeup Assistants: Courtney Burton, Linda Pook; Light Designer: Carol Ault; Lighting AD & Light Board Operator (Sat/Sun): Kermit Polan; Light Board Operator (Thur/Fri): Rita Preston; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Props Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Dialect Advisor: Laura Parrotti; Dialect Assistance: Giles Lee & Angela Cross; Line Coach: Ruth Borovicka; Mr. Euto's Hair Artist: Raphael's (Monika Bennett); Stage Manager: Ken Bowald; Stage Crew: Hannah Sickles, Hannah Sims-Howard, & Kate Wilhelm; Refreshment Coordinator: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Megan Wanczyk, & Karen Chan
CAST: Joe Balding, James Euto, Leslie Heskett, Celeste Parsons, Gordon Pettey, Lizzie Potter, Alexa Ross, Heidi Wilhelm
2012-2013
President - Sylvia Abbott
Vice President - Joe Balding
Recording Secretary - Kaylla Steadman
Corresponding Secretary - Celeste Parsons
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe by Eric Coble
Sponsor: Amethyst & Ivy
Director: Miranda Miller
Assistant Director: Catherine Copher
November 1, 2, 3, 2012 at 8:00 p.m.; November 4, 2012 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set Designer: Jason Miller; Assistant Set Designer: Gary Hillyer; Lighting Designer: Gary Hillyer; Sound Designers: Miranda Miller & Jeff Swart; Costume Designers: Jay Lannan, Miranda Miller, & Catherine Copher; Props: Miranda Miller, Sandy Russell, & Catherine Copher; Makeup: Jason Miller; Light Board Operator: Lily Porter; Spotlight Operator: Victor Copher; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Backstage Crew/Runners: Jason Miller, Andrew Weed, Marissa Dienstag, & Gene Jacobs; Refreshments Chairperson: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Megan Wanczyk, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Braden Baker, Lee Carter, Marissa Dienstag, Levi Hays, Kym Henry, Gary Hillyer, Katie Hukill, Gene Jacobs, Jason Miller, Jessica Osborn, David Potts, Terrence Smith, Andrew Weed
Hansel and Gretel with story and songs adapted by Celeste Parsons from the opera by Englebert Humperdinck
Sponsor: Tansky Motors
Director: Celeste Parsons
Music Director & Arranger: David Tadlock
November 30 & December 1, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.; December 2, 2012 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set Designer: Celeste Parsons; Lighting Designer: Carol Ault; Costumers: Jane Tompkins & Patty Witmer; Props: Ardelle Donohue; Light Board Operator: David Potts; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Refreshments Chairperson: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Megan Wanczyk, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Lizzy Bogoniewski, Hannah Bruckner, Grace Chambers, Irie Green, Nathan Hashman, Tatum L'Heureux, Jodi MacNeal, Sydni Roell, Ayla Snyder, Kaylla Steadman, Andrea Thompson, Fox Thompson, Linda Watkins
Is There Life After High School? Book by Jeffrey Kindley; Music and Lyrics by Craig Carnella; Suggested by the book by Ralph Keyes
Sponsor: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Director: Chris Coleman
Music Director: Lynn Sullivan
Choreographer: Jenn Fritchley
March 8, 9, 15, 16, 2013 at 8:00 p.m.; March 17, 2013 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set & Lighting Designer: Chris Coleman; Costumer: Patty Witmer; Props: Ardelle Donohue; Light Board Operator: Celeste Parsons; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Refreshments Chairperson: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Megan Wanczyk, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Balding, Jenn Fritchley, Rob Goeller, Nathan Hashman, Jodi MacNeal, Christine Neumann, Ginny Puhl, Andrea Thompson, Charlie Smith, Linda Watkins, Heidi Wilhelm
First Things First by Derek Benfield
Sponsor: Hocking Valley Bank
Director: Joe Balding
May 9, 10, 11, 2013 at 8:00 p.m.; May 12, 2013 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set Designer: Chris Coleman; Lighting Designer: Carol Ault & T-Bone McCauley; Costumer: Patty Witmer; Props Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Light Board Operator: Rita Preston; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Refreshments Chairperson: Christine Neumann; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Megan Wanczyk, Suzanne Ragg, & Karen M. Chan
CAST: Ken Bowald, Leslie Heskett, Chris MacNeal, Celeste Parsons, Cecilia Rinaldi, Heidi Wilhelm
2011-2012
President - Marlo Tinkham
Vice President - Carol Ault
Secretary - Linda Watkins
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
The Ash Girl by Timberlake Wertenbaker
Sponsor: Amethyst & Ivy
Director: Miranda Miller
Assistant Director: Catherine Copher
November 3, 4, 5, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.; November 6, 2011 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Assistant Stage Manager: Marissa Dienstag; Set/Makeup/Masks: Jason Miller; Costume Designers: Jennifer Lannan & Catherine Copher; Lighting Designer: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Janice Miles; /Sound Board Operator: John Byrd; Props: Miranda Miller, Catherine Copher & Suzanne Ragg; Refreshments Chairperson: Celeste Parsons; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Emily Maluski, Karen M. Chan
CAST: Braden Baker, Joe Balding, Jakob Bottoms, Lee Carter, Orion Carter, Micaiah Clouse, Stephen Codling, James Euto, Rachelle Gorland, Irie Green, Nathan Hashman, Levi Hays, Kym Henry, Gary Hillyer, Katie Hukill, Delaney Jacobs, Joshua Jones, Brittany Miles, Celeste Parsons, Lily Porter, David Potts, Kaylla Steadman, Todd Stoughton, Andrea Thompson, Fox Thompson, Michelle Zeigler
An O. Henry Christmas adapted by Marlo Tinkham, Sandra Russell, Cecilia Rinaldi
Directors: Marlo Tinkham, Sandra Russell, Cecilia Rinaldi & Kaylla Steadman
December 2 & 3, 2011 at 7:30 p.m.; December 4, 2011 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Assistant Stage Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Set Designer: Sandra Russell & Celeste Parsons; Lighting Designer & Light Board Operator: Carol Ault; Sound Board Operator: Nyle Brockway; Costume Designer: Kaylla Steadman & Patty Witmer; Props: Ardelle Donohue & Sandra Russell; Refreshments Chairperson: Celeste Parsons; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Emily Maluski, Karen M. Chan
MUSICIANS: Amy Abercrombie, Jill DePue, Sandy Giesey, Stephanie Hysmith, Mary James, Ron Jutton, Tawn Jutton, Kathy Llewellyn, Carole McCune, Monte McCune, Beverly Schumacher, Matt Swintek, Joann Wolfe, John Young, Maxine Young
CAST: Morgan Atherton, Sophia Atherton, Robin Barnes, Ken Bowald, Lee Carter, Orion Carter, Ben Edwards, James Euto, Irie Green, Bill L'Heureux, Tatum L'Heureux, India Mitchell, Celeste Parsons, Lily Porter, David Potts, Zach Riefler, Alexa Ross, Matt Swintek, Heidi Wilhelm, Kate Wilhelm, Tess Wilhelm
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee music and lyrics by William Finn; book by Rachel Sheinkin; conceived by Rebecca Feldman
Sponsor: Hocking Valley Bank
Director: Sylvia Abbott; Musical Director: Lynn Sullivan; Assistant Director & Choreographer: Jenn Fritchley
March 9-10, 16-17, 2012 at 8 p.m..; March 18, 2012 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set Designer: Marissa Dienstag; Costume Designer: Patty Witmer; Props: Ardelle Donohue; Set Construction Leads: Jim & Celeste Parsons; Lighting and Sound Designers: T-Bone McCauley & Joe Gilkey; Light Board Operator: Jodi MacNeal; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Follow Spot Operators: David Potts & Devon Johnson; Refreshments Coordinator: Chris Neumann; Usher Coordinator: Kaylla Steadman; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Emily Maluski, Karen M. Chan
MUSICIANS: Lynn Sullivan - keyboard, Tom Daniels - bass, Chris Aubel - drums, Theresa Kalka - flute
CAST: Joe Balding, Chris Coleman, Dana Gisser, Lynn Grabowski, Emily Maluski, Chris Neumann, Celeste Parsons, Cecilia Rinaldi, Charlie Smith, Terry Smith, Kaylla Steadman, Megan Wanczyk, Linda Watkins
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pictures! YouTube videos: Part I, Part II, Complete Show (Parts I and II)
The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare; with original music composed and performed by Timothy S. Klugh
Sponsor: Rocky Outdoor Gear Store
Director: Celeste Parsons
Composer: Timothy S. Klugh
May 10-12, 2012 at 8 p.m..; May 13, 2012 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Costume Designer: Marlo Tinkham; Props: Ardelle Donohue; Set Construction Leads: Jim & Celeste Parsons; Light Board Operator: Alaina McLaughlin; Sound Board Operator: Jeff Swart; Refreshments Coordinator: Chris Neumann; Usher Coordinator: Kaylla Steadman; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Emily Maluski, Karen M. Chan
CAST: Carol Ault, Joe Balding, Ruth Borovicka, Ken Bowald, Christine Brady, Jessica Cadle, Karen M. Chan, James Euto, Bethany Francis, David Potts, Cecilia Rinaldi, Arielle Giselle Rogers, Terry Smith, Kaylla Steadman, Marlo Tinkham
2010-2011
President - Celeste Parsons
Vice President - Emily Maluski
Corresponding Secretary - Sylvia Abbott
Recording Secretary - Linda Watkins
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
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pictures! OCTA honors
Program and Poster Illustrator: Kit DeBerry
The Odd Couple (Female Version) by Neil Simon
Director: Karen M. Chan, Assistant Directors: Kaylla Steadman & Miranda Miller
October 28, 29, 30, 2010 at 8 p.m.; October 31, 2010 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set Design Concept: Vera Bauluz; Set Designer: Celeste Parsons; Interior Set Design: Sandy Russell; Set Building Foreman: Jim Parsons; Set Builders & Painters: Joe Balding, Cody Bonds, Damiano Cinque, Nathan Glenn Hashman, Linzie McDargh, Jason Miller, Celeste Parsons, Ginny Puhl, Cecilia Rinaldi, Sandra Russell, Kaylla Steadman; Lighting Designer: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Cody Bonds; Lighting Crew: Damiano Cinque, Linzie McDargh; Sound Designer: Robin Barnes; Sound Board Operator: Nathan Glenn Hashman; Costume Designer: Marlo Tinkham; Costume Construction: Erin Hogan, Patty Witmer; Dressers: Erin Hogan, Jane Adams; Prop Artist: Sandy Russell; Props Mistress: Kaylla Steadman; Assistant Props Mistress: Miranda Miller, Cecelia Rinaldi, Karlyn Steadman; Prop Runner: Linzie McDargh, Kairah Prince; Fight Choreographer: Shelly Riggs; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Emily Maluski, Karen M. Chan
CAST: Carol Ault, Joe Balding, Damiano Cinque, Sylvia Abbott Conover, Ginny Puhl, Cecilia Rinaldi, Alexa Ross, Marlo Tinkham
The Story of the Nutcracker adapted by Celeste Parsons
Director: Celeste Parsons
December 3 & 4, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.; December 5, 2010 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set Designer: Celeste Parsons; Lighting Designer & Light Board Operator: Carol Ault; Light Board Operator: Alexa Ross; Sound Board Operator: Karlyn Steadman; Follow Spot Operator: Adam Edwards; Fly Operator: Jim Parsons; Costume Designer: Nellie Werger; Props Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Refreshments Chairperson: Cecilia Rinaldi; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Emily Maluski, Karen M. Chan
MUSICIANS: Amy Abercrombie (Keyboard), Wenjuan Zhaung (Violin)
CAST: Joe Balding, Sofia Biegeleisen, Sydney Dicken, Briana Folden, Elizabeth Goldsberry, Nathan Hashman, Collin Hull, Courtney Hull, Lynn Hull, Matt Hull, Bill L'Heureux, Corinne Jones, Jean Louise Kristofco, Sydney Lewis, Tatum Lovsey, India Mitchell, Kairah Prince, Kelee Riesbeck, Sandy Russell, Kaylla Steadman, Andrea Thompson, Marlo Tinkham, Anna Wright
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof by Tennessee Williams
Director: Ron Luce
Assistant Director: Cecilia Rinaldi
March 3, 4, & 5, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.; March 6, 2011 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
March 18 & 19, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.
The Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre, Gallipolis, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set Designer: Celeste Parsons; Light Board Operator: Marlo Tinkham; Sound Designer: Jim Parsons; Sound Board Operators: Jeff & Heather Morris; Costume Designer: Patty Witmer; Props Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Fight Choreographer: Shelly Riggs; Refreshments Chairperson: Sandy Russell; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Emily Maluski, Karen M. Chan
CAST: Joe Balding, Robin Barnes, Ken Bowald, Karen M. Chan, Irie Green, Colin Hull, Courtney Hull, Matt Hull, Ron Luce, Talon Morris, Shifra Narasimhan, Celeste Parsons, Shelly Riggs, Sandy Russell, Bob Rymer, Kaylla Steadman, Heidi Wilhelm
The Pajama Game a musical comedy based on the novel 7 1/2 Cents by Richard Bissell. Music and Lyrics by Richard Adler and Jerry Ross. Book by George Abbott and Richard Bissell.
Director: Norman Cohn; Musical Director: Lynn Sullivan; Choreographers: Gladys Bailin & Carol Ault
Assistant Director: Carol Ault
May 6-7 & 13-14, 2011 at 8:00 p.m.; May 15, 2011 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Costumer: Nellie Werger; Stage Managers: Kaylla Steadman & Suzanne Ragg; Lighting Designer: Robin Pickenpaugh; Light Board Operator: Miranda Miller; Production Manager/Projections: Jim Parsons; Follow Spot Operator: Cat Lyons; Production Manager/Props Mistress: Celeste Parsons; Refreshments Chairperson: Alexa Ross; Publicity & Programs: Jim Parsons, Emily Maluski, Karen M. Chan; Special Effects: Lawrence King
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Jane Adams, Joe Balding, Angela Blair, Chris Coleman, Jenn Fritchley, Myca Haynes, Mindy King, Jodi MacNeal, Emily Maluski, Joseph L. Maxwell III, Neal Nesbitt, Christine Neumann, Gordon Pettey, Cecilia Rinaldi, Sandy Russell, Charlie Smith, Roger Varner, Linda Watkins, Heidi Wilhelm
2009-2010
President - Celeste Parsons
Vice President - Annah Abetti Korpi
Secretary - Valerie Schrader
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Wyrd Sisters by Terry Pratchett, adapted for the stage by Stephen Briggs, with original music by Timothy S. Klugh
Director: Dean Barker
October 29, 30, 31, 2009 at 8 p.m.; October 31 and November 1, 2009 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Lighting: Adam Suntken, Brittany Shemuga, Neil Bateman; Costumes: Nellie Werger; Stage Manager: Lou Ann Jones; Props: Suzanne Ragg; Sound Design: Timothy S. Klugh; Running Crew for Lights & Sound: Kaylla Steadman, Patty Witmer, Jennifer Metcalf
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Noah Adam, Carol Ault, Joe Balding, Cody Bonds, Debbie Campanali, Karen M. Chan, Norm Cohn, Tracy Corrigan, Dan Erlewine, Bruce Jones, Miranda Miller, Christine Neuman, Neal Nesbitt, Dawn O'Neal, Celeste Parsons, Jim Parsons, Cecilia Rinaldi, Mike Ritter, Clyde Tippie, Heidi Wilhelm, Sam Witmer
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pictures! behind
the scenes
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, adapted for the stage by Julia Stout
Director: Julia Stout, Assistant Director: Sylvia Abbott
December 4 & 5, 2009 at 7:30 p.m.; December 5, 2009 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Lighting Designer: Carol Ault; Stage Crew: Craig Dickelman, Pattie O'Brien, Ardell Donohue; Musical Director: Lynn Sullivan; Costumes: Julia Stout and Patty Witmer
CAST: Joe Balding, Ken Bowald, Kelsey Bowald, Laurel Buschle, Norman Cohn, Dan Erlewine, Elise Erlewine, Linn Forhan, Audrey Grace, Wesley Grace, Jorah Grady, Miranda Miller, Will Perkins, Rebecca Perkins, Zach Riefler, Mike Ritter, Lauren Robinson, Valerie Schrader, Carole Stevens, Quenna Stewart, Don Stout, Katie Whaley, Alex Whaley, Alex Whaley, Kate Wilhelm, Heidi Wilhelm, Dayton Willison, Winter Wilson, Jeff Wilson, Sylvie Wilson, Annah Wright
Singers: Debra Rentz and Andrea Thompson (soloists), Laurel Buschle, Linn Forhan, David Laulusa, Tracie Laulusa, Miranda Miller, Christine Neumann, Valerie Schrader, Jeff Wilson, Sam Witmer
Clog Dancers: Miriam Robinson (choreographer), Laurie Anderson, Ruth Dudding, Kimmi Laulusa, Tracie Laulusa, Lauren Petersen, Juliann Whicker
Little Women a play by Peter Clapham, adapted from the novel by Louisa May Alcott
Director: Valerie Schrader
March 4, 5, 6, 2010 at 8 p.m. and March 7, 2010 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Ass’t Director/Stage Manager: Heidi Wilhelm; Ass’t Stage Manager: Dan Erlewine; Set & Lighting Design: Celeste Parsons; Lights: Suzanne Ragg; Sound: Lou Ann Jones; Prop Manager: Ruth Borovicka; Costume Lead: Patty Witmer; Costume Crew: Christina Carper, Laurel Buschle; House Manager: Ardelle Donohue; Publicity Committee: Jim Parsons, Karen M. Chan, Emily Maluski; Poster Art: Sandra Russell
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Balding, Angela Blair, Cody Bonds, Lynn Hull, Bruce Jones, Emily Maluski, Miranda Miller, Cecilia Rinaldi, Mike Ritter, Kaylla Steadman
Singers: Laurel Buschle, Nicole Conn, Sarah Labovitz, Jodi MacNeal, Madisen Medley, Hannah Taulbee, Andrea Thompson, Alexandra Van Allen
Accompanist: Debbie Campanali
Seussical a musical with music by Stephen Flaherty; lyrics by Lynn Ahrens; book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty; co-conceived by Lynn Ahrens, Stephen Flaherty, and Eric Idle; based on the works of Dr. Seuss.
Director: Sylvia Abbott
May 7, 8, 14, 15, 2010 at 8 p.m. and May 16, 2010 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Musical Director: Lynn Sullivan; Choreographer: Carol Ault; Costumer: Patty Witmer; Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Set Designer: Celeste Parsons; Lighting Designer: Michael Weiser; Stage Crew: Ardelle Donohue; Lighting Crew: Lou Ann Jones, Miranda Miller, Valerie Schrader; Sound Crew: Mike Ritter; Publicity: Jim Parsons, Emily Maluski, Karen M. Chan; Props: Sandy Russell, Jim Parsons; Ushers: Valerie Schrader; Refreshments: Keith Conner
MUSICIANS: Keyboard: Lynn Sullivan; Flute/piccolo: Tina Schlabach; Bass: Tom Daniels; Drums: Chris Aubell; Clarinet: Brandon Wolf; Percussion: Sarah Labovitz
CAST: Jane Adams, Joe Balding, Jasper Davies, Jocelyn Davies, Jonas Davies, Rickii Davies, Jenn Fritchley, Irie Green, Nathan Hashman, Courtney Hull, Lynn Hull, Bruce Jones, Corrine Jones, Sarah Labovitz, Sydney Lewis, Jodi MacNeal, Kyli MacNeal, Emily Maluski, Neal Nesbitt, Celeste Parsons, Ginny Puhl, Samantha Rice, Charlie Smith, Kaylla Steadman, Andrea Thompson, Audrey Tompkins, Linda Watkins
2008-2009
President - Joe Balding
Vice President - Cecilia Rinaldi
Secretary - Celeste Parsons
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Messiah on the Frigidaire by John Culbertson
Director: Celeste Parsons
November 13, 14, 15, 2008 at 8 p.m.; November 16, 2008 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Lighting: Carol Ault; Costumes: Nikki Moore; Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Balding, Ken Bowald, Chaz Canter, Karen M. Chan, Richard Corey Franklin, Bruce Jones, Heidi Wilhelm
A Christmas Memory by Truman Capote, staged version by Russell Vandenbroucke
Director: Joe Balding
December 12 & 13, 2008 at 7 p.m.; December 13, 2008 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Lighting: Carol Ault; Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Ushers: Valerie Schrader; Carolers: Annah Abetti Korpi
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Colin Hull, Suzanne Ragg
Li'l Abner Book by Norman Panama and Melvin Frank. Based on Characters Created by Al Capp. Original Direction and Choreography by Michael Kidd. Lyrics by Johnny Mercer. Music by Gene de Paul.
Director: Sylvia Abbott; Music Director: Lynn Sullivan; Choreographer: Annah Abetti Korpi
Costumes: Patty Witmer; Set: Celeste Parsons; Lighting: Shelly Riggs; Props: Sharon Stufflebean & Suzanne Ragg
Stage Manager: Andrew Norris; Lighting Crew: Lou Ann Jones, Samantha Leffler, Dawn O'Neal
Publicity: Karen M. Chan
Keyboard: Lynn Sullivan, Flute: Tina Schlabach, Clarinet: Susan Climer, Percussion: D.J. McAllister, Saxophone: Charlie Smith
March 6-7, 13-14, 2009 at 8 p.m.; March 8, 2009 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Jane Adams, Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Alison Bartlett, Chaz Canter, Aaron Elsaesser, B. J. Heidlebaugh, Colin Hull, Courtney Hull, Dianna Jarvis, Bruce Jones, Emily Maluski, Neal Nesbitt, Chris Neumann, Mackenzie Perry, Suzanne Ragg, Sandy Russell, Valerie Schrader, Charlie Smith, Roger Springer, Quenna Stewart, Linda Watkins, David Whealey, Sam Witmer, Dan Yeatts
Dearly Beloved by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten.
Director: Chris Coleman
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg
Publicity: Karen M. Chan
May 7-9, 2009 at 8 p.m.; May 10, 2009 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Balding, Lynn Hull, Bruce Jones, Lisa Keeney, Celeste Parsons, Ginny Puhl, Tom Schmidt, Charlie Smith, Linda Watkins, Heidi Wilhelm
Quilters by Molly Newman and Barbara Damashek.
Direction: Celeste Parsons; Music Direction: Lynn Sullivan; Choreography: Annah Abetti Korpi
Costumes: Patty Witmer; Set Design: Celeste Parsons; Lighting Design: Robin Pickenpaugh
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Stage Crew: Ardelle Donohue, Sylvia Abbott; Lighting/Sound Crew: Heidi Wilhelm
Publicity: Karen M. Chan
Keyboard: Lynn Sullivan, Flute: Tina Schlabach, Violin: Will Perkins, Guitar: Dylan Barnes-Trout, Banjo: Fritz Kessler
August 6-8, 2009 at 8 p.m.; August 9, 2009 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Robin Barnes, Angela Blair, Annah Abetti Korpi, Emily Maluski, Susan Maluski, Valerie Schrader, Tanyah Stone
2007-2008
President - Joe Balding
Vice President - Cecilia Rinaldi
Secretary - Celeste Parsons
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
Never Too Late by Sumner Arthur Long
Director: Carol Ault; Assistent Director: Sylvia Abbott
November 1, 2, 3, 2007 at 8 p.m.; November 4, 2007 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Set: Dean Barker; Lighting: David Bower; Costumes: Nellie Werger; Stage Manager: Lou Ann Jones
CAST: Wes Allen, Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Micki Brooks, Bruce Jones, Lisa Keeney, Neal Nesbitt, Paul Rohrer, Hayley Van Meter
The Boy Friend by Sandy Wilson
Director: Sylvia Abbott; Music Director: Lynn Sullivan
Choreographer: Julie Stout, Ass't Choreographer: Annah Abetti Korpi
Costumes: Patty Witmer, Set: Celeste Parsons, Lighting: Carol Ault & Shelly Riggs
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg
Keyboard: Lynn Sullivan, Flute: Tina Schlabach, Clarinet: Susan Climer, Percussion: Turner Matthews
February 29, March 1, 7, 8, 2008 at 8 p.m.; March 9, 2008 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Joe Balding, Alison Bartlett, Chaz Canter, Karen M. Chan, Bill L’Heureux, Annah Abetti Korpi, Celeste Parsons, Paul Rohrer, Tom Schmitz, Valerie Schrader, Charlie Smith, Andy Stone, Tanyah Stone, Linda Watkins, Sam Witmer
Harvey by Mary Chase
Director: Norman Cohn
Costumes: Celeste Parsons, Set: Dean Barker, Lighting: Shelly Riggs, Artwork: Sandy Russell
Stage Manager: Lou Ann Jones
Piano: Peg McDargh
May 8, 9, 10, 2008 at 8 p.m.; May 11, 2008 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Bruce Jones, Lou Ann Jones, Celeste Parsons, Heidi Wilhelm
2006-2007
President - Carol Ault
Vice President - Karen M. Chan
Secretary - Christine Neumann
Treasurer - Jim Parsons
Plays
more
pictures! behind
the scenes
The Diary of Anne Frank dramatized by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett
Director: Norman Cohn
November 2, 3, 4, 2006 at 8 p.m.; November 5, 2006 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Set: Dean Barker; Lighting: Sarah Riffle; Costumes: Patty Witmer
CAST: Joe Balding, Ruth Borovicka, Ken Bowald, Laura Dakin, Sue Elser, Bruce
Jones, Neal Nesbitt, Celeste Parsons, Annmarie Steffes, Dayton Willison
more
pictures! behind
the scenes
Once upon a Mattress dramatized by Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett
Director: Celeste Parsons; Musical Director: Nellie Werger; Choreographers: Carol Ault & Joe Balding
March 2, 3, 9, 10, 2007 at 8 p.m.; March 11, 2007 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Set: Celeste Parsons; Lighting: David Bower; Costumes: Patty Witmer; Props: Vera Bauluz
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Annah Abetti, Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Becca Farley, Stephanie Hunter, Bruce Jones, Neal Nesbitt, Chris Neumann, Cecilia Rinaldi, Doreen Rinehart, Sandra Russell, Tom Schmitz, Molly Jo Stanley, Tanyah Stone, Emily Tompkins, Sam Witmer
Adaptation pictures! The Actor's Nightmare pictures! Final Dress Rehearsal pictures!
An Evening of Comedy: three one-act plays
Director: David Bower
May 10, 11, 12, 2007 at 8 p.m.; May 13, 2007 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
Stage Manager: Suzanne Ragg; Co-Stage Managers: Sylvia Abbott & Cecilia Rinaldi; Costumes: Patty Witmer; Prop Crew: Carol Ault & Celeste Parsons; Production Manager: Jim Parsons; Light Crew: Robert Thompson; Stage Crew: Vera Bauluz & Erron Allen
Adaptation by Elaine May
CAST: Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Ken Bowald, Molly Jo Stanley
The Actor's Nightmare by Christopher Durang
CAST: Joe Balding, Ruth Borovicka, Bruce Jones, Hayley Van Meter, Linda Watkins
Final Dress Rehearsal by Jack Frakes
CAST:
Sylvia Abbott, Robin Barnes, Pat Elisar, Sue Elser, Ryan Gilliom, Amy King, Andrew McGlaughlin, Cecilia Rinaldi, Sandra Russell, Annmarie Steffes, Tanyah Stone, Hayley Van Meter, Sam Witmer
2005-2006
President - Carol Ault
Vice President - Celeste Parsons
Secretary - Christine Neumann
Treasurer - Sylvia Abbott
Plays
Belles by Mark Dunn
Director: Celeste Parsons
October 20, 21, 22, 2005 at 8 p.m.; October 23, 2005 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Carol Ault, Robin Barnes, Travis Del Matto, Jennifer Edwards, Kim Mather,
Becky Prater, Tawna Rogers
Oliver! by Lionel Bart
Director: Sylvia Abbott; Music Director: Lynn Sullivan; Choreography: Julie
Stout
March 3, 4, 10, 11, 2006 at 8 p.m.; March 5, 2006 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Bailey Barrows, Alison Bartlett, Karen M. Chan,
Katie Chaney, Becca Farley, Kathy Guilino, Steve Haskins, Abbey Hobbs, Emily
Hobbs, Cheryse Hubbard, Courtney Hull, Bruce Jones, Lisa Keeney, Samantha Leffler,
Rachel Luce, Christine Neumann, Celeste Parsons, Ali Purcell, Cecilia Rinaldi,
Sandra Russell, Kelly Schlabach, Tom Schmitz, Charlie Smith, Julie Stout, Ian
Taylor, Courtney Thomas, Emily Tompkins, Laura Tobar, Liam Tompkins, James Van
Hook, Linda Watkins, Andrew Weed, Dayton Willison
Show
Pictures, Stanley Home, Mummy
Case
The Man Who Came to Dinner by Moss Hart and George Kaufman
Director: Norman Cohn
May 11, 12, 13, 2006 at 8 p.m.; May 14, 2006 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Carol Ault, Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Ken Bowald, David Bower, Katie Chaney,
Tracy Corrigan, Jennifer Edwards, Steve Haskins, Bruce Jones, Lou Ann Jones,
Neal Nesbitt, Celeste Parsons, Jim Parsons, David Peffer, Cecilia Rinaldi, Rusty
Rittenhouse, Tawna Rogers, Joshua Steele, Roland Swardson, Enrico Tan, Sam Witmer
Technical Staff (not in cast): Nikki White, Sarah Riffle, Mike LeClain
2004-2005
President - Carol Ault
Vice President - Celeste Parsons
Secretary - Katie Chaney
Treasurer - Sylvia Abbott
Plays
The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society Murder
Mystery by David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin, Jr.
Director: Chris Coleman
November 4, 5, 6, 2004 at 8 p.m.; November 7, 2004 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Carol Ault, Joe Balding, Ginny Puhl, Linda Watkins
California Suite by Neil Simon
Directors: Charlie Smith, Linda Watkins, Tawna Rogers, Joe Balding
March 10, 11, 12, 2005 at 8 p.m.; March 13, 2005 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Carol Ault, Miki Brooks, Katie Chaney,
Nick Claussen, Lee Ann Dillhoff, Steve Haskins, Bruce Jones, Celeste Parsons,
Tom Schmitz, Helen Slack, Charlie Smith, Krista Wagner, and David Whealey
And Then There Were None (Ten Little Indians) by Agatha Christie
Director: Norman Cohn
May 5, 6, 7, 2005 at 8 p.m.; May 8, 2005 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Joe Balding, Dean Barker, Tracy Corrigan, Steve Haskins, Bruce Jones,
Celeste Parsons, Hannah Martin, Shelly Riggs, Cecilia Rinaldi, Jennifer Edwards,
David Whealey
2003-2004
President - Norman Cohn
Vice President - Celeste Parsons
Secretary - Linda Watkins
Treasurer - Sylvia Abbott
Plays
Rumors by Neil Simon
Director: Norman Cohn
November 5, 6, 7, 8, 2003 at 8 p.m.; November 9, 2003 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Shelly Riggs, Tom Schmitz, Ginny Puhl, Steve Haskins, Charlie Smith, Linda
Watkins, Chris Coleman, Tawna Rogers, Sylvia Abbott, Marda Rose
Sound of Music by Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein II
Director: Sylvia Abbott (acting), Lynn Sullivan (music), Toby Douglas (choreography)
Orchestra: Lynn Sullivan, Jonathan Cox, Tina Schlabach, Jessica Schlabach, Eric
Carleson
March 5, 6, 12, 13, 2004 at 8 p.m.; March 14, 2004 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Katie Chaney, Lisa Keeney, Sonja Coble, Linda Watkins, Ann Rathbun, Ted
Alexander, Adam Gibson, Celeste Parsons, Christine Beam, Dayton Willison, Laura
Dakin, Sam Witmer, Corina Dalzell, Emily Tompkins, Kelly Schlabach, John Stiens,
Christine Neumann, Megan McCoy, Joe Balding, Greg Feldman, Jim Parsons, Bruce
Jones, Kathy Gulino, Miki Brooks, Cecilia Rinaldi, Phyllis Dean, Laura Werger,
Nikki Moeller, Jennifer Cochran, Heidi Mender, Nicki Mazzocca, Alli Purcell,
Lou Ann Jones, Steve Haskins
Dearly Departed by David Bottrell and Jessie Jones
Director: Chris Coleman
May 6, 7, 8, 2004 at 8 p.m.; May 9, 2004 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Linda Watkins, Steve Haskins, Ginny Puhl, Greg Feldman, Shelly Riggs,
Joe Balding, Nicki Mazzocca, Ted Alexander, Dustin Lee, Heidi Mender, Constance
Roberts, David Hoxworth, Emily Taulbee, Tom Schmitz, Carol Ault
2002-2003
President - Joe Balding
Vice President - Tawna Rogers
Secretary - Linda Watkins
Treasurer - Sylvia Abbott
Plays
Sherlock's Last Case by Charles Marowitz
Director: Ted Alexander
November 8, 9, 15, 16, 2002 at 8 p.m.; November 17, 2002 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Ted Alexander, Joe Balding, Rosmin Heinichen, John Knouse, Nancy Nisbett
Is There Life After High School? by Jeffrey Kindley and Craig Carnelia
Directors: Norman S. Cohn (acting); Lynn Sullivan (music)
Orchestra: Lynn Sullivan, David Edgell
March 7, 8, 14, 15, 2003 at 8 p.m.; March 16, 2003 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Lynn Sullivan, Linda Watkins, Chad Hall, Celeste Parsons, Ginny Puhl,
Charlie Smith, Chris Coleman, Karen M. Chan, Tom Schmitz, Joe Balding, Tawna
Rogers
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court by John Fuller
Director: Steve Haskins
May 9, 10, 16, 17, 2003 at 8 p.m.; May 18, 2003 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Jacob Barlow, Katilyn Fox, Constance Roberts, Joe Balding, David Whealey,
Jennifer Edwards, Michael Mazzocca, Travis Del Matto, Caroline Bernards, Erin
Mazzocca, Evelyn Nagy, Ed Venrick, Doreen Jones, Bruce Jones, Kristin DaWalt,
Shelly Riggs
2001-2002
President - Joe Balding
Vice President - Christine Neumann
Secretary - Linda Watkins
Treasurer - Sylvia Abbott
Plays
Moon Over Buffalo by Ken Ludwig
Director: Christopher Coleman
November 9, 10, 16, 17, 2001 at 8 p.m.; November 18, 2001 at 3 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Ted Alexander, Joseph Balding, Karen M. Chan, Kevin Kunz, Dianna Loudner,
Nicki Mazzocca, Tom Schmitz, Julie Stout
The 1940's Radio Hour by Walton Jones
Directors: Sylvia Abbott (acting), Lynn Sullivan (music)
April 19, 20, 26, 27, 2002 at 8 p.m.; April 28, 2002 at 3 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Ted Alexander, Joe Balding, Marvin Bowman, Chris Coleman, Lee Ann Dillhoff,
David Edgell, David Hoxworth, Celeste Parsons, Tawna Rogers, Terrence Smith,
Lynn Sullivan, Ed Venrick, Linda Watkins, David Whealey
Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley
Director: Steve Haskins
May 9, 10, 11, 2002 at 8 p.m.; May 12, 2002 at 3 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Christine Neumann, Janice Wallenburg, Sean Mitchell, Rebecca Rieder, Dianna
Loudner, Charlie Smith
2000-2001
President - Joe Balding
Vice President - Andrew Stonerock
Secretary - Linda Watkins
Treasurer - Jim Balding
Plays
Wild Honey by Michael Frayn
Director: Christina Chica Salerno
November 10, 11, 17, 18, 2000 at 8 p.m.; November 19, 2000 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Chris Coleman, Carly Crow, Julia Stout, Marvin Bowman, James Cochran,
Joe Balding, Madeleine Burns, Heidi Mender, Terrence Smith, Alissa Cockrill,
Nick Claussen, Marrakesh Glasspool-Frugia, Christine Neumann, Andy Bateman,
Nicki Mazzocca, Mike Mazzocca, Dawn Salas
All Because of Agatha by Jonathan Troy
Director: Christopher Coleman
March 1, 2, 3, 2001 at 8:00 p.m.; March 4, 2001 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Charlie Smith, Ginny Puhl, Lisa Keeney, Joe Balding, Tawna Rogers, Sylvia
Abbott, Dawn Salas, David Whealey, Terry Smith, Betty Pickett
Bedroom Farce by Alan Ayckbourn
Director: Norman Cohn, Sylvia Abbott (assistant director)
Chris Coleman (set & costume design), Andrew Stonerock (lighting design), Kevin Kunz (sound design), Craig Dickelman (stage manager), Chris Neumann & Carol Patterson (lights), Valerie Decker (sound), Steve Haskins & Tawna Rogers (publicity), E. V. Foreman (design consultant)
May 4, 5, 11, 12, 2001 at 8 p.m.; May 13, 2001 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Joseph Balding, Marvin Bowman, Christopher Coleman, Tracy Corrigan, Kevin
Kunz, Leslie Palumbo, Linda Watkins, Heidi Wilhelm
1999-2000
President - Joe Balding
Vice President - Tawna Rogers
Secretary - Sylvia Abbott
Treasurer - Jim Balding
Plays
Night of January 16th by Ayn Rand
Director: Sylvia Abbott
October 8, 9, 15, 16, 1999 at 8 p.m.; October 17, 1999 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Steve Haskins, Joe Balding, Linda Watkins, Lisa Keeney, Betty Pickett,
Kevin Smyth, David J. Whealey, Carol Ault, Charlie Smith, Tawna Rogers, Terry
Smith, Tom Schmidt, Teresa Cooper, Jim Balding, Connie Roberts, Heidi Mender,
Heather Johnson, Dianna Loudner, Marvin Bowman
A Christmas Memory adaptation by Russell Vandenbrouke, from the short
story by Truman Capote and The Long Christmas Dinner by Thornton Wilder
Director: Mark Mann
December 10, 11, 17, 18, 1999 at 8 p.m.; December 19, 1999 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST:
A Christmas Memory - Michael Mazzocca, Sylvia Abbott and Mark Mann
The Long Christmas Dinner - Linda Watkins, Betty Pickett, Steve Haskins,
Marvin Bowman, Joe Balding, Pat Berry Fraze, Susan Honohan, Barbara Jean Carriere,
Sylvia Abbott
Into The Woods Music by Stephen Sondheim/Book by James Lapine
Directors: Chica Salerno (acting), Lynn Sullivan (music)
Craig Dickleman & Carol Ault (stage manager), Martha Noblet (assistant stage manager) Chris Coleman (costume design), Andrew Stonerock (lighting design), Steve Haskins (set design), Michael Biddle (prop design), Heidi Mender (production assistant)
Orchestra: Lynn Sullivan, Kristen Nelson, Andrew Lampela, Tiffany Bridgeman,
Jeremy Sheets
March 10, 11, 17, 18, 2000 at 8 p.m.; March 19, 2000 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Joe Balding, Amanda Bosley, Chanda Calentine, Alexis Chancellor,
Norman Cohn, Chris Coleman, Ginger Collins, Denise Fitzpatrick, Lea Hamilton,
Alexis Kozlowski, Jim Magnussun, Nicki Mazzocca, Heidi Mender, Christine Neumann,
Celeste Parsons, Tyler Ramage, Kelly Rogers, Tawna Rogers, Terrence Smith, Kevin
Smyth, Linda Watkins
Cahoots by Rick Johnston
Director: Steve Haskins
May 19, 20, 26, 27, 2000 at 8 p.m.; May 28, 2000 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Chris Coleman, Denise Fitzpatrick, Ginny Puhl, Tom Schmitz, Charlie Smith
1998-1999
President - Marvin Bowman
Vice President - Karen Hughes
Secretary - Linda Watkins
Treasurer - Jim Balding
Facilities Coordinator - Lonny Fraze
Publicity Coordinator - Tawna Rogers
Plays
See How They Run by Philip King
Director: Richard Stevens
October 16, 17, 23, & 24, 1998 at 8 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Heidi Mender, Karen Hughes, Charles W. Smith, "Ginger" Collins,
Joe Balding, David J.Whealey, Terrence J. Smith, Steve Haskins, Paul "Jake"
Jacobson
Steel Magnolias by Richard Harling
Director: Sylvia Abbott
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
November 13, 14, 20, & 21, 1998 at 8 p.m.; November 15, 1998 at 2 p.m.
CAST: Letha Conner, Megan Ebenhoh, Lisa Keeney, Dianna Loudner, Ginny Puhl,
Linda Watkins
Shirley Valentine by Willy Russell
Director: Lonny Fraze
February 5, 6, 12, & 13, 1999 at 8 p.m.; February 14, 1999 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Pat Berry Fraze
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum by Stephen Sondheim (Music
and Lyrics); Book by Larry Gelbart and Burt Shevelove
Directors: Carol Patterson (acting), Lynn Sullivan (music)
Michael Biddle (scenic designer), David Makuch (lighting designer), Chris Coleman & Jutta Ingmar Magnusson (costume designer), Amanda Bosley (stage manager)
Orchestra: Lynn Sullivan, Nacy Carr, Chris Almonte, Julie Bush, Ryan Vanbibber
March 5, 6, 12, & 13, 1999 at 8 p.m.; March 7, 1999 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST Norman Cohn, Bruce Keeney, Karen Hughes, Steve Smith, Temar Rayshon Underwood,
Marvin Bowman, Jutta Ingaar Magnusson, Paul "Jake" Jacobson, Katri
Montonen, Ginny Puhl, Rebecca Grubb, Susanna Grubb, Linda Watkins, Kristin Aston,
Catherine "Ginger" Collins, Tyler Ramage, Chris Coleman, Joe Balding
more
pictures!
Present Laughter by Noel Coward
Director: Lonny Fraze
April 30, May 1, 7, & 8, 1999 at 8 p.m.; May 2, 1999 at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Anne Payne, Marti Dolata, David J. Whealey, Carol Ault, Ron Luce, Linda
Smith, Charlie Smith, Steve Haskins, Michael Wootton, Tawna Rogers, Sylvia Abbott
1997-98
President - Marvin Bowman
Vice President - Karen Hughes
Secretary - Linda Watkins
Treasurer - Jim Balding
Facilities Coordinator - Neil Olcott; Lonny Fraze Dec. 1997
Publicity Coordinator - Tawna Rogers
Advisors: Norman Cohn; Berry Dilley; Ron Luce
Plays
I'll Be Back Before Midnight by Peter Colley.
Director: Steve Haskins.
October 3, 4, 10, 11, 1997 at 8 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Ginger Collins, Aaron Deuschle, Joe Balding, Ginny Puhl
The Yiddish Trojan Women by Carol Braverman
Director: Lonny Fraze
December 5, 6, 11, 12, 1997 at 8 p.m.; December 7, 1997
at 2 p.m.
Unitarian Fellowship Hall, Athens, Ohio
CAST: Pat Berry, Rebecca Davis Hancock, Bill Harris, Karen Hughes, Lander Rose
Funny Girl Book by Isobel Lennart, Music by Jules Styne,
Lyrics by Bob Merrill
Directors: Ron Luce, Lynn Sullivan (music)
Dee Jung (choreographer), Joe Balding (ass't choreographer), Steve Haskins (set designer), O'Linda Jansupka (set designer & scenic artist), Char Rae (costume coordinator), Rick Perdue (stage manager), Quinn Powers (lighting director), Becci Moore (assistant to the director), Tawna Rogers (publicity), John Ray (publicity)
March 6, 7, 13, 14 1998 at 8 p.m.; March 8, 1998 at 2
p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
PRINCIPALS: Tawna Rogers, Joe Balding, Steve Haskins, Jewel Cavinee, Linda Watkins,
Marvin Bowman
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Sarah Bailey, Jeanie Carter, Patty Coon, Marti Dolata,
Greg Gill, Luke Hall, Karen Hughes, Paul Jacobson, Lisa Keeney, Rachel Luce,
Heidi Mender, Christine Neumann, Will North, Misty Perry, Cassey Pitts, Lacey
Pitts, Ginny Puhl, Jennifer Radcliffe, Connie Roberts, Kelly Rogers, Mindy Seymour, Emily
Simpkins, Terrence Smith, David Whealey
Romantic Comedy by Bernard Slade
Director: Pat Elisar
April 24, 25, May 1, 2, 1998 at 8 p.m.; April 26, 1998
at 2 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Robin Barnes, Catherine "Ginger" Collins, Tracy Corrigan, Pat
Berry Fraze, Paul "Jake" Jacobsen, Dave Peffer
Nunsense by Dan Goggin
Directors: Joe Balding (acting), Lynn Sullivan (music)
August 7, 8, 9, 1998 at 8 p.m.
Stuart's Opera House, Nelsonville, Ohio
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Karen Hughes, Ginny Puhl, Tawna Rogers, Linda Watkins
1996-97
President - Charlie Lewis (Aug. - Oct. 96)
President - Marvin Bowman (Nov. 96 - July 97)
Vice President - Marvin Bowman (Aug.- Dec. 96)
Vice President - Karen Hughes(Jan. - July 97)
Secretary - Celia Hollander-Lewis (Aug. - Oct. 96)
Secretary - Linda Watkins (Nov. 96 - July 97)
Treasurer - Jim Balding
Production Coordinator - Vacant
Facilities Coordinator - Neil Olcott
Director of Development - Vacant
House Management - Dora Badger
Publicity Coordinator - Tawna Rogers
Plays
Greater Tuna by Jaston Williams, Joe Spears, and Ed Howard
Director: Lonny Fraze
March 7, 8, 14, 15, 1997 at 8 p.m.
Unitarian Fellowship Hall, Athens
CAST: Steve Haskins, Pat Berry
Nunsense by Dan Goggin
Directors: Ron Luce (acting), Lynn Sullivan (music)
April 4, 5, 11, and 12, 1997 at 8 p.m.
Friends Meeting House, Chauncey
CAST: Sylvia Abbott, Karen Hughes, Ginny Puhl, Tawna Rogers, Linda Watkins
Squabbles by Marshall Karp
Director: Pat Berry
May 30, 31, June 6, 7, 1997 at 8 p.m.
Friends Meeting House, Chauncey
CAST: Joe Balding, Richard Stevens, Neil Olcott, Lander Rose, Jane Richter,
Lonny Fraze, Carol Ault
1995-96
President - Norman Cohn
Vice President - Charlie Lewis
Secretary - Betty Hollow
Treasurer - Jim Balding
Production Coordinator - Steve Haskins
Facilities Coordinator - Neil Olcott
Director of Development - Alvi McWilliams
House Management - Jane Richter
Publicity Coordinator - Berry Dilley, Tawna Rogers
Plays
more
White Liars pictures! more
Black Comedy pictures!
The White Liars and Black Comedy by Peter Shaffer
Director: Ron Luce
November 10, 11, 17, 18, 1995 at 8 p.m.
Friends Meeting House, Chauncey
White Liars Cast: Karen Hughes, Jason Secondi, Joel Rathbone, Joe Balding
Black Comedy Cast: Neil Olcott, Marda Rose, Linda Watkins, Andy Neill,
Joe Balding, Ginny Puhl, David Whealey, Steve Haskins
Flowers for Algernon by David Rogers (book by Daniel Keyes)
Director: Carol Patterson
March 8, 9, 15, 16, 1996 at 8 p.m.
Friends Meeting House, Chauncey
CAST: Don Cleary Jr., Marvin Bowman, Tracy Corrigan, Joe Balding, Mickey Prisley,
Aurelio Perez, Jen Wylie, Linda Watkins, Sergio Ulloa, Kathy Cooper, Neil Olcott,
Jonathan Winters, Laurel Wamsley, Olivia Goldsberry, Rick Perdue, Christine
Neumann, Amy Walls, Tawna Rogers, Karen Hughes, Jason Secondi
Baby by Sybille Pearson, David Shire and Richard Maltby, Jr.
Directors: Violet Brenner (acting), Celia Hollander-Lewis (music), Tricia Zalenski
(choreography)
May 10, 11, 17, 18, 1996 at 8 p.m.
Friends Meeting House, Chauncey
CAST: Joe Balding, Charlie Lewis, Christine Neumann, Amy Nusbaum, Neil Olcott,
Ginny Puhl, Tawna Rogers, David Whealey, Linda Watkins, Joe Zangardi
1994-95
President - Debbie Daniels
Vice President - Norman Cohn
Secretary - Cheryl Manuel
Treasurer - Jim Balding
Production Coordinator - Steve Haskins
Facilities Coordinator - Brenda Van Meter
Director of Development - Emily Vacolas
House Management - Jane Richter
Publicity Coordinator - Berry Dilley
Plays
Working by Studs Terkel, Stephen Schwartz and Nina Faso
Directors: Cheryl Verbeck-Manuel (acting), Don Cleary (music), Billy Bruce (choreography)
November 11, 12, 18, 19, 1994 at 8 p.m.
Friends Meeting House, Chauncey
CAST: Joe Balding, Angel Cleary, Sonja Coble, Harlan Dalzell, James Grimes,
Steve Haskins, Lisa Keeney, Charlie Lewis, D. Andrew Manuel, Neil Olcott, Tim
Pigman, Jennifer Radcliffe, Marda Rose, Linda Watkins
more
Old Acquaintance pictures! more
The Death of the Old Man pictures!
Old Acquaintance by Brad Craddock
Director: Denise Gabriel
March 3, 4, 10, 11, 1995 at 8 p.m.
Friends Meeting House, Chauncey
CAST: Berry Dilley, Mike Wootton
The Death of the Old Man by Horton Foote
Director: Brian Christopher
March 3, 4, 10, 11, 1995 at 8 p.m.
CAST: Tawna Rogers, Joe Balding, Tim Smith, Neil Olcott, Pat Berry Fraze, Ron
Luce and Sarah Irene Nehrig
Once Upon A Clothesline by Aurand Harris
Directors: Debbie Daniels and Brenda Van Meter
Leigh Lamattina (stage manager), Steve Haskins (set designer), Lynn John (costume design), Charlie Lewis (sound design), Gillian Berchowitz (lighting), Erica Daniels & Lindsey Daniels (sound)
May 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 1995 at 8 p.m.
Friends Meeting House, Chauncey
CAST: Patrick Balding, Andrea Berchowitz, Jessica Biddlestone, Laura Lee Branner,
Lauren Daniels, Avery Eslocker, Paul Hillard, Mark Ingram, Hanna John-Conry,
Gretchen Kelmer, Annie Kerkian, Marisa Muntean, Carl Ortman, Emily Van Meter
1993-94
President - Joe Balding
Vice President - Debbie Daniels
Secretary - Cheryl Verbeck
Treasurer - Jim Balding
Production Coordinator - Steve Haskins
Artistic Representative - Pat Berry Fraze
At-Large Representative - Berry Dilley
Plays
Cinderella by Van Ibsen
Directors: Cheryl Verbeck (acting), Berry Dilley (choreography)
November 19, 20, 21, 1993 at 8 p.m.
Athens Middle School Auditorium, Athens
CAST: Jessica-Nicole Aiken, Joe Balding, Andrew Bockhorst, Brian Christopher,
Debbie Daniels, Avery Hammonds, Steve Haskins, Karen Hughes, Lynn John, Julie
Prudich, Dara Rudick, Lisa J. Rupp, Ajamohn Sudberry, Patrica Thomas, Larissa
Trout, Bryan Warren, David Whealey, Tricia Zalewski
Painting Churches by Tina Howe
Director: Lonny Fraze
February 11, 12, 18, 19, 1994 at 8 p.m.
Unitarian Fellowship Hall, Athens
CAST: Pat Berry, Steve Haskins, Adele C. Ford
You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown by Clark Gesner
Director: Sylvia Abbott (acting), Lynn Sullivan (music), Lisa J. Rupp (choreography)
March 3, 4, 10, 11, 1994 at 8 p.m.; March 5, 12, 1994 at 2 p.m.
Athens Senior Center, Athens
CAST: Joe Balding, Susan Westenbarger, Lisa J. Rupp, Ryan Chamberlain, J. P.
Pancake, Dara Rudick, Philip Venrick, Leigh Lamattina, Jessica Jones, Dara Rudick
The Gin Game by D.L. Coburn
Director: Steve Haskins
May 6, 7, 13, 14, 1994 at 8 p.m.
Location: Athens Senior Center
CAST: Edie Smith, Norman Cohn
1992-93
President - Joe Balding
Vice President - Pat Berry Fraze
Treasurer - Linda Taylor
2nd Vice President/Secretary - Beth Watson
Production Representative - Steve Haskins
Artistic Representative - Billy Bruce
House Representative - Pat Elisar
Member at Large - Chris Barnhart
Plays
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson
Directors: Beth Watson (acting), Helen Garrison (music)
December 10, 11, 17, 18, 19, 1992 at 8 p.m.; December 12, 20, 1992 at 2 p.m.
Unitarian Fellowship Hall, Athens, and McArthur Community Center, McArthur
CAST: Hayley Van Meter, Alexandra Cappelletti, Erica Daniels, Natalie Kruse,
Emily Van Meter, Wren Kruse, David Whealey, Susan Westenbarger, Kathleen Swan,
Patrick Balding, Joe Balding, Debbie Daniels, Helen Garrison, Kathleen Reeves,
Shawn Baird, Paul Grimes, Emily Tolbert, Josh Manske, Annie Kerkian, Aaron Bauman,
Larissa Trout, Issac Trout, Jonah Mullins, Carl Ortman, Amy McLaren, Lauren
Daniels, Jennifer Cecil, Will Kruse, Rebecca Reeves, Chrissy Balding, Steve
Haskins
I'm About to Develop an Attitude was conceived and directed by Spence
Watson. It consisted of five short one-act plays by various playwrites, with
music (by David Shire, lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr.) between each one. The
one-acts were Sure Thing by David Ives, Hal and Cathy by Renee
Taylor and Joseph Bologna, The Message by Walter Vail, Johnny and
Wilma by Renee Taylor and Joseph Bologna, and I'm Herbert by Robert
Anderson.
Directors: Spence Watson (acting), Clint Walker (music)
February 26, 27, March 5, 6, 1993 at 8 p.m.; February 28, 1993 at 2 p.m.
Unitarian Fellowship Hall, Athens
CAST: Ginny Puhl, Norman Cohn, Joe Balding, Susan Westenbarger, Steve Haskins,
John Matuzak, Linda Watkins, Neil Olcott, Ellen Tait, Scott Scribner, Karen
Hughes, Bruce Keeney, Debbie Daniels, David Whealey, Bunny Baldwin, Berry Dilley
Godspell by John-Michael Tebelak and Stephen Schwartz
Director/Choreographer-Billy Bruce; Musical Director: Dan Tomlin
April 22, 23, 29, 30, 1993 at 8 p.m.; April 24, May 1, 1993 at 2 p.m.
Athens Middle School Auditorium, Athens
CAST: Becca Allison, Rachel M. Arthur, Joe Balding, Andy Bauer, Jerome Begin,
Bob Burian, M. Angel Cleary, Louis Dash III, Wendy Gewanter, James S. Grimes,
Lisa Flanagan, Anesia Renee Kimbrough, Kevin Kunz, Ryan S. Lini, Rodger Pille,
Katy McCune, Laura McDonald, Samuel J. Schisler, Cheryl Verbeck
