"Bell, Book & Candle" Program |
The Community Players of Salisbury
President’s Message
Good evening and welcome to the second production of our 68th season. Someone described it as a bewitching comedy about an enchanting subject! Bell Book and Candle is a production that will be new to many of you—unless you have a little gray hair or like to watch old movies. The movie was released in 1958, and was as good then as we hope you will agree our version is now. Make plans now to join us in June for the comedy, Laughing Stock. This promises to be a terrific end to an outstanding season for Players and our audience. Sherri Trader-Hynes OfficersPresident............................................................................................................... Sherri Trader-Hynes Vice-President............................................................................................................. Becky Mumford Corresponding Secretary............................................................................................... Rusty Mumford Recording Secretary................................................................................................................... (Open) Treasurer....................................................................................................................... Charles Linton Immediate Past President................................................................................................ Don Atkinson Board of Directors Carol Alex Sharon Benchoff Kathy Panchyk Ken Johnson Joanne Little Kel Nagel Susan Robinson Standing Committees Advertising......................................................................................................................... David Allen Box Office............................................................................................................................ John Alex Concessions.................................................................................................................... Brenda Allen Fund Raising................................................................................................................ Rusty Mumford Historical....................................................................................................................... Bonnie Bosies Hospitality.................................................................................................................... Debbie Dawson House................................................................................................................................. Carol Alex Maintenance..................................................................................................................... Lester Huss Membership..................................................................................................................... Brenda Allen Nominations................................................................................................................ Pat Oberholtzer Patrons..................................................................................................................... Ernest Matthews Program............................................................................................ David Allen and David Oberholtzer Production........................................................................................................................... Carol Alex Publicity......................................................................................................... Kristi Toadvine VanMeter Scholarship.................................................................................................................. Rusty Mumford Season Tickets........................................................................................................... Ernest Matthews
202nd 68th Production Year The Community Players of Salisbury, Inc. Presents ByJohn Van Druten Directed byCindy Gore
Guerrieri Hall Auditorium at Wor-Wic Community College February 24, 25, March 2, 3, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. February 26, and March 4, 2006 at 2:00 p.m.
Presented by arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc
This production was made possible, in part, by a grant from the Salisbury Wicomico Arts Council, awarded by the Maryland State Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.
SYNOPSIS OF SCENES
All action takes place in the apartment of Gillian Holroyd in the Murray Hill District of New York City.
Act I
Scene 1: Christmas Eve Scene 2: Three hours later Scene 3: Two weeks later. Afternoon
15 Minute Intermission You’re invited to visit the refreshment stand in the lobby during intermission.
Act II
Scene 1: One millisecond after the end of Act I, Scene 3 Scene 2: Later on that night Scene 3: Two months later. Afternoon
Please: Do not take flash photographs during our performance And turn all cell phones and pagers off or to vibrate only.
CAST (In order of appearance)
Gillian Holroyd.......................................................................................... Amanda Welch Pyewacket..................................................................................................... Simon Hynes Shepard Henderson..................................................................................... Matt Bogdan Queenie Holroyd......................................................................................... Susan Rogers Nicky Holroyd................................................................................................... Joey Dykes Sidney Redlitch........................................................................................ Robert Forester
PRODUCTION STAFF
Director.......................................................................................... Cindy GoreStage Manager.............................................................. Sherri Trader HynesSet Designer.......................................................................... Ernie MatthewsLighting Design and Special Effects...................................... Gary Finley Sound..................................................................................... Mike Masterson Props Coordinators............................................... Jean King, Joanne Little and Kathy Panchyk Costumes.....................................................................................................
Make-up and Hair................................................................. Rusty Mumford Set Construction................. Terri Thornton, David Allen, Sharon Benchoff, Sherri Hynes, Padi Lewis, Ernie Matthews and Mary Veise Set Decorating......................................................... Jean King, Joanne Little and Kathy Panchyk Rehearsal Assistants..................... Meredith Rogers and Zachery Rogers Publicity.................................................................. Kristi Toadvine VanMeter Logo design................................................................................ Vincent GoreProgram.................................................. David Allen and David OberholtzerT-Shirts and Cast Party ................................................................Carol Alex
WHO’S WHO Cindy Gore (Director) Cindy weaves her magic spell as director once again for the Community Players. Other shows she has conjured include The Mouse That Roared, Little Women, Blithe Spirit, Night of January 16th and The Pleasure of His Company. She most recently appeared on stage in a reprisal of her role as Mother Superior in Nunsense for WorWic Community College. Other favorite roles include Mama in I Remember Mama, M’Lynn in Steel Magnolias, Lizzie in The Rainmaker, Sybil Birling in An Inspector Calls, Emily Brent in Ten Little Indians, Joanne in Company, Miss Hannigan in Annie, Miss Jones in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, and Aunt Eller in Oklahoma!. Cindy is a librarian at WorWic Community College and will be directing a show for their Dessert Theatre in March. Matt Bogdan (Shepard Henderson) Matt Bogdan has been involved with community theatre for over 25 years. His roles include Thomas Jefferson in 1776, Bill Sykes in Oliver!, Judd in Oklahoma!, and The Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz. He directed The Music Man, My Fair Lady, and Twelve Angry Men. Matt has also directed and produced over 50 productions at Pocomoke High School. A high school English teacher and real estate agent, Matt believes theater is a great way to meet people and practice an art that develops one's soul. He dedicates this performance to his parents, whose encouragement and enthusiasm have influenced him in all aspects of his life. He also appreciates all of the crew members who work behind the scenes, noting that their dedication and energy are essential to the success of a production. Joey Dykes (Nicky Holroyd) Robert Forester (Sidney Redlitch) Robert Forester is a veteran of over 60 shows; his most recent ones are Godspell, Don't Drink the Water, and You Can't Take It with You. Earlier performances include Into the Woods, Pippin, A Funny Thing Happened On the Way to the Forum, The Sound Of Music, Sugar Babies, Oklahoma!, Music Man, Snoopy, Man Of Lamancha, Two By Two, Phantom, I Remember Mama, Pirates of Penzance, Oliver, Fiddler On The Roof, Hello Dolly, and many musical revues. Sophie Hynes (Pyewacket) Sophie is making her theatrical debut here. She is 7 years old and was adopted from the Humane Society. I think she is excited about making her stage debut, but with cats it's hard to tell if they are excited or not. She'd probably be happier at home sleeping, eating, chasing mice or playing with her 6 brothers and sisters. Special thanks to McAllister's Veterinary Service for keeping her so happy and healthy. Susan Rogers (Queenie Holroyd) Susan is returning to Community Players’ stage after a 5 year respite. She is the director of fine and performing arts at Salisbury School and mother of four. She owns Kaleidoscope Children and Youth Productions, a children’s theatre company. Susan has performed in over thirty productions and directed over forty productions for various organizations. She has been seen in Community Players’ productions as Annie Oakley in Annie Get Your Gun, Lucy in You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown, and Mrs. Shinn in Music Man, and as Ruth in SU’s Production of Pirates of Penzance to name a few. Thank you to her saint husband, Scott and four children, Meredith, Zachary, James and Madison -- without their support this wouldn’t be possible. Amanda Welch (Gillian) Mandy is a graduate of Catholic University with a Masters of Fine Arts in Acting. At Catholic she appeared in such roles as Miss Julie in Miss Julie, Lady Macbeth and Beatrice in the Shakespeare Project, and Nina in The Seagull. She debuted with Players’ as Anne in Cheaper By the Dozen. Over the past thirteen years, she has been in such Players’ shows as Laura in the Glass Menagerie, Corie in Barefoot in the Park, Rosemary in How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and most recently Essie in You Can’t Take It With You. Mandy has also been involved in many plays and theatre groups around the area including SU theatre, Parker Productions, and Baystar productions. Mandy would like to thank her friends and family for all of their love and support.
DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
I am delighted once again to be directing a show for Community Players. Bell, Book and Candle has always been a favorite film of mine and the selection of the play that inspired it as part of this year’s season has given me the opportunity to cast some of my all-time favorite Players. Matt, Mandy, Susan, Robert, Joey and Sophie all bring a magical quality to this production that only an ensemble of actors of their class can achieve. The technical crew is working diligently to conjure up some devilish special effects as well. Gary, Mike, Bill, Ernie, Terri, Jean, Joanne, Becky and Sherri are brewing up a potent experience for you. This bewitching collaboration between cast and crew weaves a spell for a truly special performance. Thanks to everyone who has made it possible.
Cindy Gore Director
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Joe Andrews – Sign-Age Jones and Dryden Truck and Car Rental Salisbury – Wicomico Arts Council Wor-Wic Community College Judy Ferrand Bill Gore Jim King O'Neal's Antiques Access 26 The Daily Times Mike and Sandi at Q105 WBOC-TV WMDT-TV WICO – Cat Country
As in every production, there are individuals who have come to our aid and unfortunately are not mentioned in the program. We take this opportunity to thank everyone who made this production possible.
2005-2006 REMAINING SHOW
Laughing Stock Directed by Sharon Benchoff and Ernie MatthewsAt Guerrieri Hall, Wor-Wic Community CollegeJune 19, 20, 21 and 22, 2006PATRONS 2005-2006
Guardians Dr. Lynne Everett Kel and Debbie Nagel Tom and Susan Robinson In Memory of Mary E. Spencer Benefactors Barbara S. Hanson - Dance Unlimited Pat and Rod Layton Fred G. and Clara S. Livingood MSC/ Mail Movers Mrs. Harry L. Palmer Carol and Ed Prager Angels John B. and Sandra Atkins Mr. and Mrs. Charles Bloodsworth Andy and Marilyn Booth Lloyd and Alice Foard Mr. and Mrs. Gordon D Gladden Paul Klaverweiden and Michael T. Williams Pepsi of Delmarva Lillian and Lester Simpson Mr. and Mrs. George V. Stroup Barry P. Wilson Donors Fred and Nancy Althaus Ron and Jackie Ayers Ms. Jane W. Bailey Philip and Melody Bankert Ann Marie and Chris Barnes Mrs. Jane S. Buckley Michael and Annette Conger Nina S. Downs Hamilton and Kathleen Fox Julia A Hancock and Edward Fooks Bernice and Irving Herrick Edgar Isaacs Dr. Lewis and Adrianne Kadushin Jack Lynch and Joe Poveromo Elinor H. Lynch Mary Frances Macon Mr. and Mrs. P. Curtis Massey Susanne Morris Marian and David Patterson John and Vickie Pick Tom and Carolyn Plotts Ms. Gerry Schmidlin Josephine E. Smith Lee and Manya Sterner Ann B. Suthowski - In memory of John J. Suthowski Mary and Stephanie Taylor Shirley Thomas Taylor M. William and Francis Tilghman Terri and Chuck Woodward Anonymous Sponsors Carroll Banks Interior Design Barbara Benton Doris V. Hammond Mary-Alice S. Hawkins Alfred C. Huffer Startech Communications Marjorie Poisker Daniel J. Whealton
Friends Monica Anthenelli Merry Widows and Widowers Social Club Elizabeth Betts Marie Calafiura Anne J. Cuomo Bob Fisher Ruth and Fred Handte Eleanor and Robert Hoekstra Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Hutchinson Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McEntegart Dorothy P. Moon David and Kathy Outten Mr. Richard Sames Thank You
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