PICKWICK PLAYERS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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2 ABOUT PICKWICK PLAYERS Formed in 2006, Pickwick Players brings affordable, high quality community theater productions and classes to communities in the San Diego area. Board Members: President 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Treasurer Secretary Parent Liaison Youth Ambassador Publicity Director Artistic Director Jessica Brandon Alisa Williams Kirk Valles Mark Genovese Jennie Connard Sheri Spector Nettie Allen Geoffrey A. Cox Cameron Williams Pickwick Players is a non-profit 501c3 educational theater utilizing both adults and children with varying degrees of knowledge and experience. Participation in our productions is always free. Box Office: Website: PICKWICK PLAYERS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Pickwick Players is dedicated to the aid and development of the cultural and performing arts in San Diego. Our programs help counter-balance the severe budget cuts that have taken place in our schools by offering educational theatrical experiences at no cost to the performers. In addition, we offer low cost classes and workshops. We ask that you consider helping Pickwick by becoming a sponsor for our non-profit organization. Listed below are the different levels of sponsorship. We appreciate your support! Individual & Corporate Sponsorship Levels Opening Night ($2,000) Sponsorship recognition for a year, 12 month website ad, 6 tickets to annual fundraising Gala. Playbill ($1,000) Sponsorship recognition for a year, 6 month website ad, and 4 tickets to annual fundraising Gala. Break-a-Leg ($500) Sponsorship recognition for a year, 3 month website ad, and 2 tickets to the annual fundraising Gala. Backstage ($250) Sponsorship recognition for a year, 1 month website ad, and 1 ticket to the annual fundraising Gala. Dress Rehearsal ($100) Sponsorship recognition for a year. Green Room Sponsor (Under $100) Sponsorship recognition for a year. Please send checks to: Pickwick Players ~ P.O. Box ~ San Diego, CA Questions? info@pickwickplayers.net Thank you for your generosity and support! 501(C) (3) NONPROFIT SERVICE ORGANIZATION, TAX ID# Playbill Sponsor ($1,000) Raylene Wall Break-a-Leg Sponsors ($500) Steve Haiman Danny Ingersoll Cameron and Alisa Williams Backstage Sponsors ($250) Art Allen Jeanvieve Allen Genovese Family Barron Henzel Randy and Kim Prendergast Kirk Valles Green Room Cobbs Family Alan and Norma Dahlvig Ron and Sonia Feiler Claudia Garber Maggie Halowell Dress Rehearsal ($100) Sam and Lori Bologna Jessica Brandon Dennis and Jo Brandon Jeremy and Christi Hassler renee levine Edmonds Family Jardel Family Rodebaugh Family Bryan and Christina Small Jim and Merrie Williams (Under $100) Kim and Gary Lamoureux Steve and Mary Lewis Frank Remiatte Nathan and Debbie Shilberg Bryan and Christina Small

3 6519 Mission Gorge Rd San Diego, CA (619) Join us after the show! We re just down the street! Mention this ad for $5 off a $20 purchase Presents Book and Lyrics by LYNN AHRENS Music by STEPHEN FLAHERTY Based on the novel My Love, My Love by Rosa Guy Directed by JESSICA BRANDON Musical Direction by BRANDON SHERMAN Choreography by JENNIFER SOLOMON-RUBIO Assistant Director NICK WILLIAMS Produced by CAMERON WILLIAMS Once On This Island is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International, Pickwick Players is a proud member of the Associated Community Theatres of San Diego (ACT).

4 MUSICAL NUMBERS Prologue/We Dance Storytellers One Small Girl Asaka, Erzulie, Papa Ge, Tonton, Mama, Storytellers Waiting for Life Ti Moune, Storytellers And the Gods Heard Her Prayer Asaka, Agwe, Erzulie, Papa Ge, Storytellers Rain Agwe, Asaka, Erzulie, Papa Ge, Storytellers, Island Dancers Discovering Daniel Storytellers, Ti Moune Pray Ti Moune, Tonton, Mama, Storytellers, Island Dancers Forever Yours Ti Moune, Daniel, Papa Ge, Storytellers The Sad Tale of the Beauxhommes Armand, Storytellers Ti Moune Mama, Tonton, Ti Moune Mama Will Provide Asaka, Storytellers Waiting for Life Reprise Ti Moune Some Say Storytellers The Human Heart Erzulie, Storytellers, Featured Island Dancers Pray Reprise Ti Moune, Daniel, Armand, Storytellers Some Girls Daniel The Ball Ti Moune, Storytellers, Andrea, Daniel Ti Moune s Dance Ti Moune, Mama, Tonton, Little Ti Moune Andrea Sequence Andrea, Ti Moune Promises/Forever Yours Reprise Papa Ge, Ti Moune, Erzulie, Storytellers Wedding Sequence Ti Moune, Daniel, Andrea, Storytellers A Part of Us Company Why We Tell the Story Company NOTE: There will NOT be an intermission.

5 CAST Little Ti Moune Kinzie Pipkin Mama Euralie Adriana Zuniga-Williams Tonton Julian Scott Andrew Amiotte Ti Moune Alexandra Slade Daniel Chance Brayman Armand David Gregory Andrea Claudette Santiago Papa Ge Brian Imoto, Natalie Marrewa Asaka Laura Lothian Agwe Nick Williams Erzulie Genevieve Ciavarelli, Elizabeth Jimenez Monsieur Bienconnu T.C. Ghosh Madame Bienconnu Dawn Marie Zuniga-Williams Storytellers Nettie Allen, Ariel Carey, Cody Dupree, Paul Ford, MacKenzie House, Sarah Solis, Kate Sprague, Claire Summy Island Dancers Bethany Brown, Prince Charming, Taylor Marlowe, Leslie Molina, James Rivera, MJ Turner Daniel s Son Gabriel Espino ORCHESTRA Brandon Sherman Conductor, Keyboard II, Bass Aaron Erwin Percussion Daniel Kamon Saxophone, Reeds Jill Reis Keyboard I Please turn off all cell phones prior to the performance. Taking of photographs or use of recording devices is strictly prohibited.

6 PRODUCTION TEAM Director Jessica Brandon Musical Director Brandon Sherman Choreographer Jennifer Solomon-Rubio Producer Cameron Williams Assistant Director Nick Williams Stage Manager Adam Doyle Dance Captain Dawn Marie Zuniga-Williams Rehearsal Pianists Kirk Valles and Sarah LeClair Set Design Raylene J. Wall Set Construction Lead Scott Andrew Amiotte Set Construction Mark Genovese, Michael Marrewa, Natalie Marrewa, Cameron Williams Set Dressing Cast and Crew Lighting Design Eileen Rodriguez Spotlight Operator Jacob Rodebaugh Sound Design Kurt Dahlvig Sound Technician Mark Summy Costume Design Manny Bejarano Projection Design Barron Henzel Graphic Design Don H. Harmon Program Design Cameron Williams Box Office Jim and Merrie Williams Publicity Geoffrey A. Cox Photography Adriana Zuniga-Williams Thank you to our Green Room Parents, Ushers, and Parking Lot Attendants: Jennifer Bologna, Lori Bologna, Sam Bologna, Paula Ciavarelli, Sophia Frost, Christine Jardel, Jacklyn Jardel, Jennifer Marrewa, Michael Marrewa, Kristin Pipkin, Tripp Sprague Genevieve, Keep following your dream. One day we are sure to see you on Broadway. We are so proud of you. Love - Mom, Dad, Alex and Grandma

7 DIRECTOR S NOTE Ten years ago I sat in the audience at a small theatre on the campus of UCLA. Not sure what to expect, I patiently waited for the show to begin. In the next ninety minutes, the story that unfolded in front of me took me on a journey and introduced me to Once On This Island for the first time. A story of two different worlds, love conquering death, personal sacrifice and inner strength. As you sit in the seats waiting for the show to begin tonight, think back to the stories you have been told, maybe as a child or from a good friend over coffee, or maybe just like tonight on a stage. Storytelling is a tradition that goes back to our deepest roots. Once On This Island plants its roots in this rich tradition. As our story unfolds here tonight, reflect on your story, how you got here and where your journey will take you. As for me, after ten years, I sit in the same audience as you, anticipating the start of this show, a show that I had the privilege to direct alongside my dear friend, a friend who told his story on stage all those years ago in that small theatre on the campus of UCLA. Our stories make us who we are, guide our path and give us the strength to face even the toughest of situations. If we learn anything from the Story of Ti Moune we learn that Our lives become the stories that we weave, and for me that is Why We Tell the Story. -Jessica Brandon Kate, we're so proud of you for all the hard work you've put into this play! Love Mom, Dad, Sam, Kalli, & Pumpkin Kinzie, we are so blessed to have you as our daughter! Break a leg, superstar! Love, Mom & Dad Genevieve, you make a really good Erzulie! I've had so much fun being in this play with you. Love you! From Kate Ariel, you are a beautiful and talented woman! We love you very much! Love, Mom, Jeremy, Alyssa and Hayden To my fellow cast members, I've had so much fun being in this play with you. Break a leg! From Kate Sprague We're super proud of you, Claire. Love, Mom, Dad, Stan, Stephen, Drew, and Dorothy. xo Miss Jessica & Miss Jenn, thank you for making this play look and sound great! From Kate

8 CAST PROFILES Kinzie Pipkin (Little Ti Moune) has recently discovered her voice and is developing a passion for singing and acting. This is her Pickwick Players debut, and she is excited to work with such a talented team. Kinzie has been singing and dancing at Infinity Dance Arts since the age of four, performing in Alice In Wonderland, Willy Wonka, and as Little Red in Ever After: A Fractured Fairy Tale. A native of San Diego, Kinzie loves to soak up the sun while swimming, beach camping, boating, and bike riding. She s also an avid reader and aspiring chef. She thanks her parents and family for being her biggest cheerleaders. Adriana Zuniga-Williams (Mama Euralie) is excited to be working with Pickwick Players for the first time. Audiences may remember her from other shows such as Evita (PaccoArts), Man of La Mancha and Working (Patio Playhouse) and Aida (San Diego Opera). Adriana has really enjoyed getting to know this talented cast. She d like to thank Sean Tamburrino, Jenn Rubio, Brandon Sherman, Jessica Brandon, and of course her loving wife Dawn Marie and their children. Scott Amiotte (Tonton Julian): Pickwick Players debut; Favorite roles: Danny and the Deep Blue Sea (Danny), The Last Days of Judas Iscariot (Satan), The Glory of Living (Clint), Corpus Christi (James the Less), Our Town (Sam Craig), Troilus and Cressida (Hector/ Diomedies), My Three Angels (Alfred). Tours: Macbeth (Macduff), A Midsummer Night's Dream (Oberon). Voiceovers: Shawl Dancer, Treasure Falls, Splashbattle. Film: Streets, La Sierva, Derek, The American Dream. Scott has Fight Choreography credits for over 10 productions. He is a graduate of SDSU with a BA in Theatre Arts, and attended the Indigenous World Theatre Conference at Brisbane University, AUS. When not creating theatre, Scott works as a pirate. No, really... Alexandra Slade (Ti Moune) is thrilled to be a part of this heart-warming musical. Her recent roles were Millie in Thoroughly Modern Millie and Beatrice in Much Ado About Nothing. This is her first time working with Pickwick Players and hopes that there will be many more to come. A big thanks to my parents for their love and support. P.S. C.B., you re welcome. PRODUCTION TEAM PROFILES Manny Bejarano (Costume Design) is happy to be back designing costumes for Pickwick again where he designed for Seussical and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. His other work includes Into The Woods at OnStage Playhouse, and Dracula and The It Girl at Coronado Playhouse. Eileen Rodriguez (Lighting Design): This is Eileen's second Pickwick show. Musicals she's designed and worked on include Pippin, Phantom of the Opera, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, Beauty and the Beast, Footloose, Smokey Joe's Cafe, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Aida, and upcoming Little Shop of Horrors, Persuasion, and Les Miserables. She thanks Pickwick for this opportunity of doing the Lighting Design, and hopes to work with them in the near future! Kurt Dahlvig (Sound Design) was with Looking Glass Theater for six seasons where he spent the first three on stage, and his final three seasons running the soundboard. This is his third season with Pickwick. He designed the sound and ran the soundboard for Pippin, Bye Bye Birdie, Seussical Jr., David & Lisa, Joseph, and The Crucible (Aubrey award nomination). Check out our friends around the county at the other ACT-member theatres! (Associated Community Theatres) The Sugar Witch Runs October 12-November 3 Directed by Rob Conway World premier of In Our Home Runs November 30-December 16 Poway Performing Arts Company The Kitchen Witches Runs January 18-February 17 Directed by Jay Mower The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas Runs October 26-December 2 Directed by Thomas Fitzpatrick Nunsense, Directed by Sean Tamburrino Runs January 18-February 2

9 has recently Adam Doyle (Stage Manager) studied acting and directing at Colorado State University and was active in the community theatre scene in Colorado Springs, Colorado, both on stage and behind the scenes. His work with Pickwick s recent production of Bye Bye Birdie marked his first time back in the theatre in 17 years. He currently works for the Department of Veteran's Affairs and also helps small businesses with their IT and other related needs. Cameron Williams (Producer) produced Martinis N Mistletoe, David & Lisa, and Seussical Jr. for Pickwick Players this past year. He is very excited about our upcoming 2013 season with its variety of musicals and phenomenal directors. In addition to his behind the scenes work, he loves a little stage time. Favorite roles with Pickwick include Albert Peterson in Bye Bye Birdie and Linus in Snoopy!!! He has also worked locally with OnStage Playhouse, Scripps Ranch Theatre, and Starlight Theatre. Cameron would like to thank the cast and crew for their dedication to this show. Love to Bryn and Alisa! Brandon Sherman (Musical Director), a baritone, has been a contracted member of the San Diego Opera Chorus since age 19, and performs regularly in professional venues, ensembles, choirs, or quartets. Mr. Sherman has performed in Carnegie Hall under John Rutter s baton, and internationally in Great Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, and Lichtenstein. An accomplished pedagogue, Mr. Sherman has taught private voice for three years and is a recognized Associate NATS (National Association of Teacher of Singing) member. He'd like to thank the cast for their hard work, dedication, and amazing talent they've brought to this beautiful show and score. Jennifer Solomon-Rubio (Choreographer) is also a performer and teaching artist, based in San Diego. She has been highly recognized for her choreographic work in the San Diego and Los Angeles area. In 2008, she opened her own performing arts studio in El Cajon called Infinity Dance Arts ( Jenn takes much pride in sharing her knowledge and love of performing with others. She is currently pursuingenjoyed an extensive certification program Adriana has really getting to know this through Dance Masters of America, a nationally accredited dance education organization. Jenn is thrilled to be working with Pickwick Players. Jessica Brandon (Director) is thrilled to be able to bring one of her favorite musicals to life once again, this time with Pickwick Players. In May of 2011, she co-directed Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. She has also directed Annie Get Your Gun and Gas, an original play. Jessica also enjoys appearing on stage. Favorite roles include Ithacan Woman in The Odyssey at the Old Globe Theatre, Fraulein Kost in Cabaret, Carrie Pipperidge in Carousel, Ms. Hannigan in Annie, and Trix in The Drowsy Chaperone. She would like to thank Nick & Cameron for taking this journey with her. This is Why We Tell the Story. PRODUCTION TEAM PROFILES Brian Imoto (Papa Ge) was last seen with Pickwick as Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2011 Aubrey Award- Best Lead Actor). San Diego regional credits include Side Show (Buddy), Premier! Productions; The Gondoliers (The Duke), Trial By Jury (The Counsel), and Man of La Mancha (Barber), Lyric Opera SD; A Little Night Music (Mr. Erlanson), Cygnet Theatre Co.; Grease! (Doody), Limon-Carr Productions & CCT; Into the Woods (Jack), OnStage Playhouse; Jesus Christ Superstar, Miss Saigon, Sweeney Todd, Scarlet Pimpernel, Fiddler On the Roof, Jekyll & Hyde, and Evita with Starlight Musical Theatre. Lucky Stiff and Goodbye Girl at Moonlight Stage Productions. Claudette Santiago (Andrea) is excited to be in her first production with Pickwick Players. She was last seen in Newroz Piroz for Community Actors Theatre and Almost Maine for Copacetic Theatre. Many thanks to the cast, crew, family, and friends for their dedication, hard work, love, and support. Yeah! David Gregory (Armand) is returning to Pickwick for his sixth show. Ones preceding it include Snoopy!!! in which he portrayed Charlie Brown, and David & Lisa where he played David Clemens. Returning to Pickwick is an immense pleasure and a practice he intends to repeat. This has been a magnificent, unique experience for him especially working with a mainly brand new (but certainly no less gracious and talented) production team. -Baba Ghanoush Chance Brayman (Daniel) is very thankful to be part of this amazing cast. He has recently performed as Tony in West Side Story and Benedict in Much Ado About Nothing. He is proud to say this is his favorite show he has ever been a part of. This is his first production with Pickwick Players. P.S. A.S, Thanks gurl. CAST PROFILES

10 CAST PROFILES When nine year-old Natalie Marrewa (Papa Ge) is not acting, she enjoys crafting, reading, and playing piano. Most recently, she appeared in Les Misérables as Gavroche, the leader of a gang of young street rats, to date her favorite role. Other roles include Jo Harper in Big River, Young Cossette in Les Misérables, the Police Mouse and Munchkin in The Wiz, and ensemble roles in Annie, Night on Broadway, and Ragtime. This is Natalie s first show with Pickwick Players. Natalie would like to thank all of her amazing family, friends, and Pickwick Players staff and cast for their love and support. Laura Lothian (Asaka) is happy to be joining Pickwick Players after moving to San Diego earlier this year. She graduated from CSU Sacramento with a BA in Theatre Arts as well as a BA in Dance. She has interned at some of California's great theatres, including California Musical Theatre, Music Circus, Broadway Sacramento, La Jolla Playhouse, and Cirque du Soleil at the Kodak in Hollywood! Favorite past roles include Valerie Clark in A Chorus Line, Lola in Damn Yankees, and Janet in The Rocky Horror Show. Thank you so much to her wonderful friends for coming to show some love, and extra special thanks to Cristopher, Sissybobo and Mr. Charlie Biscuits. Nick Williams (Agwe/Assistant Director) has been enjoying the sunshine of his adopted city for over a year now. Previously, he has appeared in Rent and as the Beadle in Sweeney Todd at Theatre Cedar Rapids in Iowa. Other favorite roles include Seymour in Little Shop in Lancaster, CA and Bill Snibson in Me and My Girl in St. Andrews, Scotland. This is his second Pickwick Players show, recently having portrayed the Leading Player in Pippin. He hopes to do more with this talented company. Thanks to Rob, Jen, and Jessica for all their support! Genevieve Ciavarelli (Erzulie) is a ten year old 6th grader. She s appeared How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Who Ensemble) at the Old Globe, Annie Get Your Gun (Silvia Potter Porter), Sound of Music (Sister Bernice), and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Butler). She is a regular performer with Vernetta's Dance Company and continues to appear as a guest vocalist at various venues around town. Genevieve aspires to play Wicked's Elphaba on Broadway. She would like to thank her family for their support, and Jessica, Jenn, Brandon, Cameron, and Nick for this amazing opportunity. CAST PROFILES Elizabeth Jimenez (Erzulie) is a student at SDSU pursuing her B.A. in Theatre Performance. She is thrilled to be in her third show with Pickwick Players. She appeared in David & Lisa (Ms. Ferris) and Pippin (Band of Players). Other credits include Come to Life (Nightingale) and Latinologues (Rita) at Southwestern College, Company (Susan) and 25 th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Olive Ostrovsky) at Grossmont College. She would like to thank her castmates for making this a wonderful experience. Lastly, she would like to thank her friends and family for their love and support. Los quiero mucho Ama y Apa! [T.C. Ghosh (Monsieur Bienconnu) is pleased to make his debut with Pickwick Players with this great cast. Most recently, he was honored to perform at the historic Star Theatre in North County. Favorite roles there include the regal King in The King and I, the comic Pharaoh/Elvis in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and the evil Bill Sykes in Oliver. A shout out to his friends from the Star Theatre! Less recently, favorite roles include Pippin in Pippin, and the Robber Bridegroom in The Robber Bridegroom. He thanks the creative team of Jessica, Jenn, Brandon, and Nick for the warm welcome! Dawn Marie Zuniga-Williams (Madame Bienconnu) is very happy to be part of telling the story of one of her favorite shows. Pickwick audiences may remember her as Fastrada in Pippin, Lucy in Snoopy!!!, Miss Hannigan in Annie, or Dolly in Annie Get Your Gun ("I'm not bad, I just get cast that way"). Other favorite roles include Lin in The Great American Trailer Park Musical, Texas in Cabaret, Fred in Once Upon Mattress, and Rosamund in The Robber Bridegroom. In the "real world," Dawn Marie is a Registered Dental Assistant, wife to Adriana, and mother to Lorelei & Noah. SPECIAL THANKS TO: Carlton Oaks School and the Santee School District Infinity Dance Arts Coronado Playhouse Poway Performing Arts Company Diamond Boutique Doug Friedman Kenn Burnett