1Sunset Playhouse

By Craig Lucas

Resident Designer/Technical DirectorJ. Michael Desper

Sound DesignerSam Butchart

Costume DesignerKimberly O’Callaghan

DirectorMatt Daniels

Lighting DesignerAaron Schmidt

Stage ManagersKristen Kraklow,Erin Brophy

October 13-16, 20-23, 26-30, 2011in the Furlan Auditorium

Sunset Playhouse800 Elm Grove Rd. Elm Grove, WI 53122

262-782-4430 • www.sunsetplayhouse.com

Properties Mistress/Assistant Stage Manager

Beth Bland

PRESENTS

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SUNSET PL AYHOUSE POLIC IES

~The use of cameras, video recording equipment, and other electronic devices is strictly prohibited in the auditorium. Please turn off or silence all cell phones and pagers. Pagers can be left at the box office with your name and seat location.~Sunset Playhouse is a smoke-free environment. There is no smoking inside the theatre.~Latecomers will be seated in vacant seats toward the rear of the auditorium at an appropriate pause in the action. They may move to their regular seats at intermission.~Restrooms are located in the hallway just north of the auditorium.

PRODUCTION TEA M

Director ........................................................................................................................ Matt DanielsResident Designer/Technical Director ..................................................... J. Michael DesperLighting Designer.................................................................................................Aaron SchmidtSound Designer .......................................................................................................Sam ButchartCostume Designer ................................................................................. Kimberly O’CallaghanStage Managers ..........................................................................Kristen Kraklow, Erin BrophyProps Mistress/Assistant Stage Manager .............................................................Beth Bland

CAST OF CHAR ACTERS ( i n a l p h a b e t i c a l o r d e r )

Christoper Berens ....................................................................................Tom, Jamaican WaiterWilliam Clifford ................................................................................................................... MinisterNancy Domres ..............................................................................................Aunt Dorothy/LeahBob Hirschi .......................................................................................................................... Dr. BoyleShawn Kokoszka ...................................................................................................................... PeterSusan Loveridge .............................................................................................................Mrs. BoyleMike Matusin.............................................................................................Uncle Fred/EnsembleBryan Quinn .............................................................................................................................TaylorVeronica Quirk .................................................................................................................EnsembleDoug Smedbron ................................................................................................................Old ManRachel Sciacca .............................................................................................................................Rita

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Christopher Berens (Tom, Jamaican Waiter)Christopher is thrilled to be making his return to acting here at the Sunset, where his previous

shows include JESUS CHRIST SUPER-STAR and A CHORUS LINE. As a director and costume designer, Christopher has worked on shows in New York, Chicago, and Milwaukee, including BERNADETTE PETERS: A SPECIAL CONCERT (Broadway) and BROADWAY BARES (New York-2009, 2010). A proud company member of the side project in Chicago, Christopher holds a BA in theatre from Marquette University.

Beth Bland (Properties Mistress/Assistant Stage Manager): This is Beth’s second year with Sunset. She also works props and running crew with

the West Allis Players, and is a member of their Board.

Erin Brophy (Stage Manager)PRELUDE is Erin’s fifth production with Sunset in the last year, and she is thrilled to continue working with the

marvelous people who make up this cast and crew. Previous stage manag-ing credits include IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE, GUYS ON ICE and TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE. Erin is working on a BFA in Theatre Arts with an emphasis in Stage Management, and she looks forward to stage managing ANNIE in December with director Ray Jivoff.

William Clifford (Minister)Bill is very pleased to be back at Sunset. Enjoy the show!

Matt Daniels (Director)Matt happily returns to directing at Sunset following last sea-son’s TUESDAYS WITH MORRIE. Locally, his directing work has

also been seen at goats & monkeys, First Stage Theater Academy, Broad-way Baby, and at area high schools. Audiences may recognize Matt as an actor from stints at Milwaukee Shake-speare, Milwaukee Chamber Theater, In Tandem Theater, Lake Geneva Theater, goats & monkeys, and First Stage Children’s Theater. A Juilliard graduate and the co-founder of What You Will, a partnership of performers in education, Matt also teaches Shakespeare, Voice, Acting Theory, and Movement at First Stage Theater Academy.

J. Michael Desper (Resident Designer/Technical Director)J. Michael Desper has designed over 70 productions for Sun-set Playhouse since the summer of 2001.

Previously he freelanced in Chicago for such companies as Circle Theatre of Forest Park, Pendulum Theatre, and Bowen Park Theatre and Opera. Before that, he earned his Master’s degree at San Diego State University and worked for the Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse. Originally from Oklahoma, Michael earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma. In spring 2008, he briefly returned to edu-cational theatre with a stint as Guest Artist and Instructor for North Dakota State University. He would like to ex-tend an invitation to anyone interested in the technical aspects of theatre (and since you have read this far, there must be some interest) to give us a call at (262) 782-4431, ext. 235. We’re already working on the next show, so come be a part of what you see.

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Nancy Domres (Aunt Dorothy/Leah)After a one year hia-tus, Nancy is grateful to be back home at Sunset Playhouse. This show marks her 30th year here (no,

she couldn’t believe it either), where she was last seen as Zorah Bloch in INSPECTING CAROL. Her favorite role was in THE NERD because she was able to share the stage with her son. You can also see her every spring during the Channel 10 Auction as part of the “Steal of the Night” team. Nancy sends all her love to Tom, Mike, and Laura, who may not always understand the madness, but always support it.

Bob Hirschi (Dr. Boyle)Although Bob has appeared in several Musical Mainstage productions at Sunset, this is his first play here. He

has performed at Off the Wall Theatre, Windfall Theatre, Broadway Baby Din-ner Theatre, and Skylight Opera Theatre. Favorite roles include Sweeney in SWEENEY TODD, George in ASPECTS OF LOVE, and Phileas Fogg in AROUND THE WORLD IN EIGHTY DAYS. Bob will be appearing in Off the Wall’s production of THE TEMPEST in March.

Shawn Michael Kokoszka (Peter)After leaving the theatre to work in television in Chicago and LA, Shawn trium-phantly makes his return to the stage as

Peter. Shawn is honored to put his acting hiatus to rest here in his hometown of Elm Grove. Audiences may remember him as Col. Pickering in MY FAIR LADY at the Pabst Theater. Shawn has been welcomed back with open arms, and deeply thanks an amazing cast, an inspiring and multi-tal-ented director, and a beautifully support-ive Playhouse for this opportunity.

Krisen Kraklow (Stage Manager)Kristen graduated from Wisconsin Lu-theran College this past May with a ma-jor in theatre. After stage managing Sun-

set’s production of DEARLY DEPARTED, she designed lights for BAREFOOT IN THE PARK at Summerstage Delafield, and is currently programming sound for Old World Wisconsin’s upcoming production of DRACULA. She would like to thank her family in the Pacific Northwest and in the Midwest for their support of her passion, and is thrilled to be working with such a talented direc-tor, cast, and crew.

Susan Loveridge (Mrs. Boyle)A longtime Sunset volunteer and Life Member, Susan is delighted to be appearing in her twelfth Playhouse

production, including CEMETERY CLUB, SOCIAL SECURITY, BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS, and SAME TIME NEXT YEAR. She also serves as producer, director, and narrator of Sunset’s popular Musi-cal Mainstage concert series. Regional credits include BROADWAY BOUND (Country Playhouse of Houston), FUNNY GIRL (Louisville’s CentreStage Theatre), and MEDEA (Stage First Cin-cinnati). After more than forty years as a professional voice talent, Susan has been featured on thousands of com-mercials and film narrations for a wide variety of clients across the country (susanloveridge.com).

Mike Matusin (Uncle Fred)After a little hiatus post-Ebenezer Scrooge in Falls Patio Players’ A CHRIST-MAS CAROL, Mike was thrilled to learn

that the world-famous Lottie Obligatto was directing at Sunset Playhouse! A

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special thanks to this inspiring and talented cast, to director Matt “Lottie” Daniels for his creative energy and amazing insights, to Jonathan “Hog Chopper” West, and to all the wonder-ful new friends at Sunset! Other credits include FIDDLER ON THE ROOF, ANNIE, CHRISTMAS SCHOONER, DEATH BY DISCO, PIRATES OF PENZANCE and TILL BETH DO US PART.

Kimberly O’Callaghan (Costume Designer)Kimberly is thrilled to be designing her first show with Sunset Playhouse, while currently teaching at Marquette University. Recent design credits include LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Marquette University, CRIMES OF THE HEART at Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, THE RAPE OF LUCRETIA at The Pittsburgh Opera, and HE WHO GETS SLAPPED at Carnegie Mellon University. Thanks to Liam, Mary, and Jennifer for their love and support.

Bryan Quinn (Taylor)Bryan, a certified optician by day, has previously appeared at Sunset in LOVE, SEX, AND THE I.R.S. A native of Watertown and alumnus of Wis-

consin Lutheran College (B.A. in Theatre ’04), he has worked with numerous community and professional compa-nies in the area.

Veronica Quirk (Ensemble)Veronica is pumped to be part of the onstage action in PRELUDE TO A KISS. After working behind the scenes

as an assistant stage manager and props mistress in ARSENIC AND OLD LACE, she’s excited to be performing with all the other great talent at the Sunset Playhouse.

Rachel Sciacca (Rita)Beyoncé, Cesar Mil-lan, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and Oprah have all been quoted as saying, “Rachel Sciacca taught me everything I know.”

Ms. Sciacca (pronounced SHOCK-uh) as-sures you she knows much, much more than that. http://rachelsciacca.com

Aaron Schmidt (Lighting Designer)Aaron is excited to return to Sunset after having designed lights and sound for THE DROWSY CHAPERONE. Aaron’s

credits include lighting and sound design at other local theatres and high schools, including Waukesha Civic’s CRIMES OF THE HEART and WILLY WONKA, and Brookfield Central’s WEST SIDE STORY and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. Aaron is also a member of the fabulous 50’s and 60’s group the Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets.

Doug Smedbron (Old Man)Doug is very happy to return to Sunset in this poignant fan-tasy/romantic tale. He last appeared at the Playhouse in last

season’s THE UNDERPANTS. Over sev-eral years he has acted in many Sunset shows, and has always found them to be an enriching experience. Doug has been active with several metro area companies including The Alchemist Theatre, Waukesha Civic Theatre, Acacia Theatre, and Cornerstone Theatre.

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CONTR IBUTORS

The Staff, Membership, and Board of Directors of Sunset Playhouse acknowledge the individuals, corporations, and foundations whose generosity confirms the importance of live theatre in our community. In recognition of this support and encouragement, we proudly list their name in thanks.

The following is a list of contributors kind enough to think of Sunset Playhouse. This list reflects those who donated to Sunset Playhouse within the past year up to September 23, 2011.

Directors ($5,000+)Eichmann, MarlaEsposito, Danny and

Kaye Grove, Audrey and

GeorgeLoveridge, Susan and Jim Pritzl, Jan and Karen

A’RowanWesten, Mark and Pat

Playwrights ($1,000-$4,999)Adams, IngeAnonymousCarlson, Bob and ArleneDolphin, CarolElm Grove Woman’s ClubFuchs, Matt and Carol Kaye, Don and NancyKopischke, Scott and

Joanne Navin, Erika and MarkNavin, James and Sylvia Peterson, ElainePolley, J.D. and SallyPorter, Donald Proebsting, Doug and

Wendy Rytel, KrystynaTroglia, Jeanne and Paul

Actors ($250-$999)Allen, JenniferAndrae, Michael G. and

Luisa Armstrong, PaulBrotherhood, Mary Lynn

and RandyCasey, JeanCrump, Phil and PatDomres, DavidDomres, NancyDude, Bob and Mary Ann Ebersole, Calvin

Freitag, Nancy and Robert

Flynn, HelenGarcia, Paula and RalphGensler, Tim and MaryHolmes, MichaelJohnson, David and MelKnudsen, CarolLauer, Robert and Helen McCaughey, Paul and

Sally McIndoe, Robert Miskowitch, RudyMoeser, Erik and Carol Mossey, Dr. Richard and

Patricia Pierson, JohnPoblocki, KathieRegal, IngridRoell, Stephen and

ShelaghSchimel, AlSchuenke, GerrySchumacher, David and

DianeSchuppner, Ken and Lisa Smith, Brian and KristinSmith, KenSparks, MaryStankovsky, Jim and

EdithStiles, NancySzczepanski, LeeStalter, Lee and Linda Teerlink, Richard and

AnnaTimmler, Robert and

Sylvia Torkelson, Allan and

ChristineTucker, Michelle and

William ThomasWerra, Jude and Nora West, Jonathan and

Paula Suozzi

Designers ($100-$249)Armstrong, NancyBauer, Duane and ClaireBaum, JulieBodine, ClaudiaBullamore, MaryClarke, MarilynCody, JeanCollier, DarleneDable, Karen Di Fonzo, Julie and MarkDuke, KarenEisenhauer, TeriElm Grove Garden ClubFerguson, George and

NancyGolden, RobertGraninger, FrankHamilton, BernadetteHempel, MarilynHoernke, Irene and

Donald Irwin, Kim and Davis Jivoff, RayKatschke, RichardKirsop, Patricia and

RichardKlauck, Kenneth A. Koegel, Donald and

Edith Kolbeck, Henry and

Peggy Krauss, MaryLanghenry, PaulLaste, Bill and Judy Lauer, Robert and Helen Lenz, Edwin and LouiseLueck, NikkiMartins, Ronald and KayMaynard, John and

Marguerite McLean, DonaldMurphy, ElizabethMuselman, Robert and

TheresaNason, John

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Nazario, Mary JeanOrth, Robert Popp, Don and JeanPotter, Charles and

DebraPrice, Wilma and JimPronley, DanielRaynor, KatieRoncke, Mary K.Rooks, Cindy and Richard Rosenheimer, Nancy and

Paul Rowe, Tom and JeanneRyan, Jim and PeggySazama, Francis Wilson

and Jacqueline Schauer, Wilbert and

GenevieveSchimel, Bruce and

ShirleySchimel, Christopher and

Beth AnnSchudson, RuthShebasta, Harvey and

Collette Simeth, Denise and Steve

Steingold, StanleySwokowski, ShirleyTakton, MarjorieTorretta , Michael and

Edith Turner, ThomasWallner, MartyWenzel, Thomas and

Karen

Stage Managers (Under $100)Adkinson, J.M. Atkielski, Don and

Marlene Anderson, RebeccaAuger, Gerald and FranBabich, AllieBabich, Mark and JaneBach, JackieBaker, ErinBalint, Marjorie and

JosephBartelak, JeanneBecker, Reginald and

Susan

Behm, AnneBellart, ThomasBintzler, JimBlackwelder, MaryBoeck, PatBoie, Jan and Mary Borowski, ThomasBotticchio, GerryBrandl, Rose and John Breunig, Karen and Tom Bunke, MarkCampbell, SuzannCamus, JaniceCarlson, Al and CarolCary, ElaineCassell, AnnChambless, JonChampan, DeannaCichucki, Lawrence and

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Susan Koehne, SusanneKolbeck, Henry and

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SUNSET PL AYHOUSE PRODUCTION STAFF

MANAGING DIRECTOR ....................................................................................... Jonathan West*

RESIDENT DESIGNER/TECHNICAL DIRECTOR ....................................... J. Michael Desper*

ASSOCIATE PRODUCER....................................................................................... Sarah Tullberg*

DIRECTOR, SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS ...................................................................... Erika Navin*

OPERATIONS MANAGER ...................................................................................Michelle Tucker*

LIGHT BOARD OPERATORS COORDINATOR ...........................................................Pat Taige♥

SCENE SHOP COORDINATOR ...................................................................................Pat Westen♥

COSTUME COORDINATOR ....................................................................Joanne Cunningham♥

COSTUME CO-COORDINATOR ...............................................................................Kathy Carlin♥

MASTER CARPENTER ....................................................................................Dave Schumacher♥

SCENE SHOP ASSOCIATE .............................................................. Stanley “Stash” Steingold ♥

SOUND ENGINEER ........................................................................................................... Jan Pritzl♥

CAST DINNER COORDINATOR .......................................................................... Diane Ormsby♥

CAST DINNER HOSTS .......................Nancy Armstrong♥, Karen A’Rowan♥, Kent Brodie♥, Jean Cody♥, Teri Eisenhauer♥, Pam Erdmann♥, Mary Gensler♥,

Tim Gensler♥, Mary Gilpatrick♥, Helen Hankwitz♥, Jim Loveridge♥, Susan Loveridge♥, Erika Navin♥, Diane Ormsby♥, Sue Page♥, Jan Pritzl♥,

Marlene Smedbron♥, Jan Szczepanski♥, Mark Westen♥, Pat Westen♥

MUSICAL MAINSTAGE PRODUCER ...............................................Susan Dwyer Loveridge♥

SIDENOTES PRODUCER .........................................................................Peggy Peterson Ryan♥

BUILDING & GROUNDS ........................................................................... Jan Pritzl, Al Schimel♥

PHOTOGRAPHER .........................................................................................................Jenn Mazza*

BOOKKEEPER ................................................................................................................. Patty Rode*

BOX OFFICE LEAD ................................................................. Stephanie Rejman Staufenbeil*

BOX OFFICE STAFF ...........................................................................................Lucky Tomaszek*, Stephanie Rejman Staufenbeil*, Cleary Breunig*

HOUSE MANAGER ................................................................................................ Andy Doebele*

ASSISTANT HOUSE MANAGER ............................................................................ Libby Amato*

Due to publication deadlines, some volunteer names may have been omitted. Sunset Playhouse would like to acknowledge all volunteers for their contributions.

Paid staff are designated by an * • Volunteers are designated by a ♥

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SUNSET PL AYHOUSE BOARD OF D IRECTORS

OfficersMarla Eichmann ...............................................................................................................PresidentDick Katschke ......................................................................................................... Vice PresidentLee Stalter ......................................................................................................................... TreasurerJonathan West .................................................................................................................Secretary

Board Members at LargePaul Armstrong

Robert DudeMary GenslerJim Loveridge

Tamara MartinsekRichard Schilffarth

Lee Szczepanski

UPCOMING SHOWS

Musical Mainstage presents Time Capsule: The Fabulous FiftiesOctober 24-25, 2011Our series continues with the decade that gave us Sputnik and poodle skirts, James Dean and hula hoops. We’re going to Rock Around the Clock with a little Bobby Darin, Connie Francis, Ella Fitzgerald, and Johnny Mathis. This third Time Capsule adventure will pay tribute to Doo-Wop, Elvis, and all kinds of Tutti Frutti fifties fun.

Bug in a rug presents The Jar of WisdomNovember 3-5, 2011In this Sunset Playhouse original musical, a groundhog, bunny, chicken, and some funny sheep come together to help each other learn a little about themselves. They learn that being happy, having friends, and trusting in yourself are the greatest bits of wisdom.

The Girl Singer: A Tribute to Rosemary Clooney, a SideNotes CabaretNovember 10-19, 2011Join Ellen, her amazing trio (Sam Steffke, Hal Miller and Jim Ryan) and wonderful guests for 6 great performances of the music of America’s Favorite “girl singer,” Rosemary Clooney. This original show, written by Ellen, will chronicle Rosie’s roller coaster life and feature the songs that made her famous. Also joining Ellen will be Don Lobacz (Four Guyz In Dinner Jackets) and fellow “sisters” in song: Tamara Martinsek, Becky Spice, Gladys Chmiel, Michaela Ristaino, Peggy Peterson Ryan and Trish O’Brien - for select performances.

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SUNSET PL AYHOUSE THEATRE INFOR M ATION

The Sunset Playhouse is located in the heart of downtown Elm Grove at 800 Elm Grove Road.

BOX OFFICE is open from 1:00pm to 5:00pm, Tuesday through Friday and 1:00pm to 4:00pm, Saturdays. The Box Office is open one hour prior to any performance through intermission. The Box Office can be reached at (262) 782-4430.

BUSINESS OFFICE is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. It can be reached by calling (262) 782-4431 ext. 221.

TICKETS can be purchased in person during our above Box Office hours using cash, check, Visa or Mastercard. Tickets can be purchased over the phone using a credit card; please be aware that there is a $1 per ticket fee for all phone, mail, and fax orders. All sales are final. Exchanges must be done in advance and must be made for a different performance of the same show. Prices for the 2011-2012 Season have changed and are as follows:

Full Price Tickets Plays and Musical Mainstage: $20Full Price Tickets Musicals: $22

Senior Price Plays, Musicals, and Musical Mainstage: $16Student Price Plays, Musicals, and Musical Mainstage: $16Group Price Plays, Musicals, and Musical Mainstage: $15

Value Nights Plays and Musicals: $10SideNotes Cabaret: $15 all tickets

For a complete list of performance dates for these series, please go to www.sunsetplayhouse.com or contact our Box Office at 262-782-4430.

RECEPTION ROOM RENTAL Sunset Playhouse offers a reception room for meetings, seminars and other special events. The daily rate for the rental of the reception room for groups attending a performance is $150. The daily rate for other rentals is $350. For more information please call the Business Office at (262) 782-4431 or email mtucker@sunsetplayhouse.com.

SHOW SPONSORSHIP opportunities are available. For more information contact Managing Director, Jonathan West at 262-782-4431 x233 or by email at jwest@sunsetplayhouse.com.

UPCOMING AUDITIONS

NUNSENSE Book, Music and Lyrics by Dan GogginFor more information, including show summary, roles available and character descriptions, go to our website at www.sunsetplayhouse.com

Auditions: Monday, October 31 (7:00pm-10:00pm) & Tuesday, November 1 2011 (7:00pm-10:00pm) Callbacks: November 2, 2011. Rehearsals: November 28-Jan 11, 2012. Production dates: January 12-February 5, 2012.

Nunsense will be directed by Diane Alioto. Please show up on one of the dates listed above; come prepared with 32 bars of music in your key; accompanist will be provided. Be ready for some movement and script reading as well.

Scripts can be checked out at the box office Monday-Friday (1-5pm) and Saturday (1-4pm) with a $10 deposit.

Contact Managing Director Jonathan West at jwest@sunsetplayhouse.com with further questions.