August 19-28, Presents Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM

Transcription

1 Presents Music by Stephen Flaherty Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty Based on the works of Dr. Seuss Directed by Frank Remiatte Choreographed by Alisa Williams Musical Direction by Kirk Valles Produced by Cameron Williams August 19-28, 2011 Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2:00 PM Seussical Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

2 A Note from the Assistant Producer To start this note, here is a quote: Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don t matter, and those who matter don t mind. Dr. Seuss Dr. Seuss had the power to send important messages in a simple way. He set out to write rhyming stories for children and ended up teaching generations the power of friendship, how to stand up for what they believe in, be who they want to be, and how to have just the right amount of fun. Here we have for you the right amount of everything: humor, drama, wackiness, and happiness all wrapped up in a heartfelt musical. For Seussical, we have two firsts. One is the fact that this is Pickwick s first all youth production, but as always, there was no cost to participate. Second, we have expanded our mentoring of youth to include five of the major behind-the-scenes production elements. In addition to being members of the cast, these youth have also taken on major responsibilities to produce this full-scale musical: Assistant Producer: Assistant Stage Manager: Assistant Choreographers: Assistant Costumer: Assistant Set Designer: Nettie Allen Danielle Edmonds Lauren Adkins and Allison Edmonds Emily Jardel David Gregory - Nettie Allen, Assistant Producer PICKWICK PLAYERS Formed in 2006, Pickwick Players brings affordable, high quality community theater productions and classes to communities in the San Diego area. President 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Treasurer Secretary Parent Liaison Artistic Director Board Members: Jessica Brandon Alisa Williams Kirk Valles Mark Genovese Jennie Connard Sheri Spector Cameron Williams Pickwick Players is an educational theater utilizing both adults and children with varying degrees of knowledge and experience. Participation in our productions is always free. General Information: Box Office: Website: Join us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter! This production is not affiliated with Moxie Theatre. P.O.Box San Diego, CA Fill out this form for a chance to win two tickets to David & Lisa and Martinis and Mistletoe. One form per household. Turn in form to basket in lobby or mail to our P.O. Box. Two winners will be pulled and contacted on September 10. Name Street Address City State Zip Phone( ) Address I choose not to donate at this time. My check for $, payable to Pickwick Players, is attached. I prefer to make a donation of $ with Visa or Master Card. (A Pickwick Representative will call you.) Which shows would you like to see Pickwick produce?

3 Thank you to our sponsor! Presents 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 Music Supervised, Adapted and Produced by Bryan Louiselle Directed by FRANK REMIATTE Musical Direction by KIRK VALLES Choreographed by ALISA WILLIAMS Produced by CAMERON WILLIAMS Properties Costume Design Stage Manager JESSICA BRANDON MANNY BEJARANO & SHELLY CRICKETT KATIE BETH UMLOR Set Design Lighting Design Sound Design GREG BASS CHAD OAKLEY KURT DAHLVIG This show is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY Phone: Fax:

4 MUSICAL NUMBERS Oh, the Thinks You Can Think! Horton Hears a Who Biggest Blame Fool Here on Who How to Raise a Child Oh, the Thinks You Can Think! (Reprise) It s Possible Alone in the Universe The One Feather Tail of Miss Gertrude McFuzz/Amayzing Mayzie Amayzing Gertrude Monkey Around/ Chasing the Whos Notice Me, Horton How Lucky You Are Mayzie s Exit/ Horton Sits on the Egg Egg, Nest, and Tree ~There will be a 15-minute intermission followed by an opportunity drawing.~ Sold/ Mayzie in Palm Beach Mayzie at the Circus Amayzing Horton Alone in the Universe (Reprise) Solla Sollew All for You The Whos Return/ The People vs. Horton the Elephant Yopp! Alone in the Universe (Reprise) Oh, the Thinks You Can Think! (Finale) Green Eggs and Ham (Final Bows) PROGRAM MESSAGES Nett- Way to go! You're the bomb! We Love You! Maggie and Henry Mayor of Who, we are SO very proud of you!! Love Mom and Dad To Our Fabulous, Beautiful, Wonderful Niece, we are so proud of you and love you SO much! Love, The Ss Kayla and Karli: We are so excited to see you on stage together!! Break A Leg!! Love, Mommy and Daddy Danielle R.- You re our shining star that brightens our lives. We are so proud of you! Love, The Family Jacob- We would vote for you for Mayor any day. Love Gramma and Grampa Many thanks to Manny and Shelly. It has been such an honor to work with you both costuming this show. I truly enjoyed the experience and I have learned so much. Emily :) Way to go little sister. You make us proud. We are happy that you are having such a great time and are so dedicated to practicing. You are a true star! Love, Charlie and Todd DoodleBug: You are so amazing! This is your third character in Seussical! We are so proud of you and all that you keep doing and learning. Daddy and I will always be your biggest fans! Break a leg, sweet girl. Congrats, Emily S! I loved doing Seussical, Jr. with you. You did great! Keep on singing, dancing, and acting! Love, Imagine

5 PROGRAM MESSAGES Congratulations, Emily! Hope you enjoy being a Who. We re so proud of you! Love Mommy Kim and the Fudge Man Nettie- You never cease to amaze us! You are awesome!! Love Always, Uncle Ted, Aunt Kathie and cousins Justin and Arin Allison and Danielle Edmonds: We are so proud of you. We love watching you light up the stage! Way to go! We Love You! Mom, Dad, and Nick CARISSA - Hmpff! is a magical word. We're very proud of you. Your voice brightens all our days. Love, Mommy & Daddy Imagine,we are so happy that you are part of our family.we love you and are so proud of you. Thank you for sharing this experience with Emily. You are a true BFF! Love, The Shilbergs Petunia, Patrice & Poppy - You are the best group of birds ever. I couldn't ask for a better feathered gang. I have had such a flocking great time working with you and hope to do it again soon. Your fellow "Bad" Bird Girl, Penny Pickwick Players Rocks! Thank you for making me feel so welcome here! Kevin Fred- You are incredible! You bring so much joy to our lives! All of our Love, the Familia Emily, we are so proud of you! Congratulations on your first role. You are a joy to watch. We love you bunches! Love, Grandma Marcia and Grandpa Tom Jacklyn - You have been proving to us "A person's a person, no matter how small" since you first stepped on a stage. We are so proud of you. Love, Mom & Dad Kevin - We are so proud of you! We love watching you make your dreams come true! Break a leg, Imagine! You're so talented, and we all are so proud of you! Bravo, baby! Love, Your family To our Bird Girl Emily as she prepares to leave our nest - "Oh, the thinks you can think! Think and wonder and dream far and wide as you dare!" "It's possible! Anything s possible!" "Cause (you) have wings. Yes, (you) can fly." Love, Mom & Dad Emily, with every song you sing, every dance you do and every smile you share, you bring joy to our lives. We are so very proud of you and look forward to a lifetime full of happy songs, dances and smiles. Hugs, Mom & Dad CORRYNE, I am so excited to watch you grow in every show you perform in. I am always proud of you and I love you so much! Love, Mommy CARISSA - You are a super Young Kangaroo! We love watching you perform on stage. Love, Grandpa Kiwi and Grandma Kraut There s someone we love. She knows that it s true. Kisses to Bryn, our own little Who! Love, Mama and Daddy Thank you to all my friends and family for supporting me! I love that you are here! Kevin Ned- You are simply amazing! And we are related :) Love you always, Hannah CARISSA - To my sweet little princess, I am very proud of you and all that you have done. Love, Nana CAST Cat in the Hat Danielle Van Orden Jojo Kevin Davison Horton the Elephant Jack Harlow Gertrude McFuzz Kayla Cruise Mayzie La Bird Jazley Genovese Sour Kangaroo Raelyn Mason Baby Sour Kangaroo Carissa Shelton Mr. Mayor Jacob Rodebaugh Mrs. Mayor Caitlin Wilson Bird Girls Allison Edmonds, Emily Jardel, Lauren Adkins, Nettie Allen Wickershams Corryne Chenowth,David Gregory,DustinTran Whos/Sea Creatures Jennifer Bologna, Danielle Edmonds, Lauren Maniaci, Amy Newell Whos/Hunters Karli Cruise, Imagine Truelove, Bryn Williams Whos/Circus Animals Danielle Revilla, Sareya Shaheed, Emily Shilberg, Kendra Small Vlad Vladikoff/Who Jacklyn Jardel Yertle the Turtle Amy Newell NOTE: All Whos are also Jungle Citizens SPECIAL THANKS TO: OnStage Playhouse PowPAC Coronado Playhouse Sam and Lori Bologna Sabrina Truelove and Debbie Shilberg Carlton Oaks School and the Santee School District for generously giving us a home for our rehearsals Please turn off all cell phones prior to the performance. The taking of photographs or use of recording devices is strictly prohibited.

6 A few Thinks from the Director Welcome to a fun and crazy ride. Seussical is a wonderful musical, based on the works of Dr. Seuss. But it isn t a string of his stories set to music. And it isn t one of his stories. In fact, what has been done is the creation of a totally new, full-length book musical, with a story that weaves together his most famous tales and characters in unexpected ways. This show incorporates elements from at least fifteen of his classic books. Many of these characters have never met before, but they will meet in our musical for the first time! In the course of the show, some will fall in love, some will have desperate adventures, and some will save the world. They will travel everywhere from the Jungle of Nool to McEligott s Pool, Palm Beach to other places out of reach. Dr. Seuss believes in helping a friend, in not giving up, in keeping a promise. He believes in the value and dignity of others, in working to preserve the fragile sweetness of the natural world. And he believes that peace is the ultimate ideal, among nations and in every heart. He also believes in the power of the imagination! A big thank you to my wonderful production team and their assistants! You are all amazing!! Special thanks to Alisa and Katie for keeping up with my madness! I am so pleased to be making my directorial debut with this wonderful show and these amazing kids! So please sit back and be transported to some magical places like the Circus McGurkus or Solla Sollew! Listen to the message and have an amazing journey! A person s a person no matter how small. Thank you, Frank Remiatte Director PICKWICK PLAYERS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Pickwick Players is local nonprofit theater company dedicated to the aid and development of the cultural and performing arts in San Diego community. 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 are able to offer low cost classes and workshops and scholarship programs. 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 generosity and look forward to seeing you at our performances! Individual & Corporate Sponsorship Levels Opening Night Sponsor ($2,000) Sponsorship recognition throughout the performance, 12 month ad on website, full page ad in season playbills, table for 6 at the annual fundraising Gala. Playbill Sponsor ($1,000) Sponsorship recognition throughout the performance, 6 month ad on website & ¾ page ad in season playbills, 4 tickets to the annual fundraising Gala. Break a Leg Sponsor ($500) Sponsorship recognition throughout the performance, 3 months ad on website & ½ page ad in season playbill, 2 tickets to the annual fundraising Gala. Backstage Sponsor ($250) Sponsorship recognition throughout the performance, 1 month ad on website & ¼ page ad in season program, 1 ticket to the annual fundraising Gala. Dress Rehearsal Sponsor ($100) Sponsorship recognition throughout the performance, 1 month ad on website. Green Room Sponsor (Under $100) Sponsorship recognition throughout the performance. Please send checks to: Pickwick Players ~ P.O. Box ~ San Diego, CA Questions? Call (619) ,e mail info@pickwickplayers.net Thank you for your generosity and support! PICKWICK PLAYERS IS A 501(C) (3) NONPROFIT SERVICE ORGANIZATION. TAX ID# Opening Night Sponsors Michael s Printing Company Break-a-Leg Sponsors Bill Brace Dress Rehearsal renee levine Sondy and Bob Berman Jeanvieve Allen Edmonds Family Steve Haiman Jardel Family Green Room Sally Bartlett Dennis and Jo Brandon Allison Gardenswartz Maggie Halowell Playbill Sponsors Raylene Wall Backstage Sponsors Randy and Kim Prendergast Anonymous Cindy and Martin Spector Barron Henzel Poltorak Family Karen Hendrick Matt-Navaro Family Peter and Diana Poyser Dick Znamirowski Sponsors Philip Kuey Frank Remiatte Kim Vukasovich Rodebaugh Family Nathan and Debbie Shilberg

7 PRODUCTION TEAM Director Frank Remiatte Musical Director Kirk Valles Choreographer Alisa Williams Asst. Choreographers Lauren Adkins, Allison Edmonds Producer Cameron Williams Asst. Producer Nettie Allen Stage Manager Katie Beth Umlor Asst. Stage Managers Danielle Edmonds, Lorelei Zuniga-Williams Set Designer Gregory Bass Asst. Set Designer David Gregory Set Construction Tim Adkins, Lauren Adkins, Gregory Bass, Jessica Brandon, Mark Genovese, Jazley Genovese, Jack Harlow, Frank Remiatte, Katie Umlor, Danielle Van Orden, Jim Williams, Cameron Williams Lighting Design Chad Oakley Lighting Technician Joe Davison Sound Design Kurt Dahlvig Costume Design Manny Bejarano, Shelly Crickett Asst. Costume Design Emily Jardel Properties Jessica Brandon Percussionist Aaron Erwin Box Office Jim and Merrie Williams Refreshments Mark Genovese Program Nettie Allen, Cameron Williams Photography Gerry Reeves A big THANK YOU to all of the parents chaperoning the tent, ushering, baking refreshments, donating for the baskets, and pitching in every place that they found they could help out. We couldn t have done it without them!

8 CAST PROFILES Danielle Van Orden (The Cat in The Hat) an 8th grader at Hillsdale, was awarded an NYT Best Supporting Actress Award for her performance of Lucy in Snoopy (Pickwick), 1st Place Del Mar Fair Superstar Contest, Annie in Annie (Lyceum), Carmen, La Boheme and Tosca (SD Opera chorister), and Eponine in Les Miserables (Truax). She thanks her vocal coach Pandeli. Kevin Davison (Jojo) is a sixth grader at Horizon Christian Academy. He enjoys singing and composing music, writing scripts, and swimming in his new pool. Besides Jojo (the best role EVER!) his favorite roles have been Michael Darling in Peter Pan and Bashful in Snow White. "Thanks to the awesome Artistic Team for this opportunity! This has been the best summer ever!" Jack Harlow (Horton) is very excited to be one of the leads in Seussical. He was recently in Pickwick s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and has worked with CYC and JT. Jack would like to thank Pickwick Players for this opportunity, and his family for everything they ve done. Kayla Cruise (Gertrude) is 13 years old. Some of her favorite roles include Scallop in How the Grinch Stole Christmas at The Old Globe, Pepper in Annie at Starlight Theatre, and Scout in To Kill a Mockingbird. She has also appeared on stage with the San Diego Opera. She enjoys Girl Scouts and volleyball. Jazley Genovese (Mayzie) is 13 years old and very excited to be in the cast of Seussical with Pickwick Players! Recent roles include Gabriella in High School Musical, the Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and Queen Aggravain in Once Upon a Mattress. Thanks to everyone for an awesome experience! Raelyn Mason (Sour Kangaroo) has been in numerous play productions throughout her years. She has also been in several singing competitions throughout San Diego taking 1st place, as well as two commercials and modeling print work. She is THRILLED to be a part of her first production with Pickwick Players. Carissa Shelton (Baby Sour Kangaroo) is excited about her first experience with Pickwick Players. She s been performing on stage since she was five with MET2. She enjoys drawing, swimming, and playing with friends. Carissa thanks everybody at Pickwick for their kindness and her family for their love, encouragement, and support. PRODUCTION TEAM PROFILES Kurt Dahlvig (Sound Design) is excited to be designing the sound for Pickwick Players Seussical. This is his third sound design for Pickwick Players, and he is looking forward to being involved with future productions. Thank you to Alisa and Jessica for taking a chance, and allowing him to be involved with this wonderful organization. Gregory Bass (Set Designer) is happy to be joining Pickwick Players again designing the sets for this amazing production. He is somewhat less happy about building them, but hopes his hard work helps bring you into the magical world of Dr. Seuss! Manny Bejarano (Costume Designer) is happy to be back designing costumes for Pickwick again. Some of his work includes Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Into The Woods, Dracula and The It Girl. If wishes and buts were clusters of nuts we d all have a bowl of granola. Shelly Crickett (Costume Designer) comes to us from a home design background and is excited to try her hand at costume design. She began her sewing career at the tender age of 11. Shelly has a lot of experience with kids, working as a kindergarten teacher for San Diego Unified. She has enjoyed her first experience working with Pickwick Players and director Frank Remiatte. Jessica Brandon (Properties) is excited to be working on Seussical Jr. She recently co-directed Joseph with Pickwick Players this past May and enjoys being both on the stage and behind the scenes. Favorite onstage roles include Kaye in A Taffetta Christmas, Queen Aggravain in Once Upon a Mattress, and Miss Hannigan in Annie. She is excited to have the new title of Props Mistress on this production. Congratulations to Pickwick s ACT* Aubrey Award Winners! Choreography: Rick Shaffer for Snoopy!!! Production of a Drama: Luc Pelletier for The Crucible Lead Actor: Brian Imoto for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Major Supporting Actor:Manny Bejarano for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor... Minor Supporting Actor: John Antonov for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Check out what our friends around the county at the other ACT member theatres are doing! *Associated Community Theatres OnStage Playhouse Pride and Prejudice Runs Sept. 9 to Oct. 8, Patio Playhouse The Sound of Music Runs August 5-August 27, PowPAC The Rainmaker Runs Oct. 21-Nov.20, Coronado Playhouse A Midsummer Night s Dream Runs Sept. 2-Sept. 25,

9 PRODUCTION TEAM PROFILES Frank Remiatte (Director) is thrilled to be making his directorial debut with Pickwick Players and this fantastic cast! Acting credits include; Sordid Lives*, Cinderella, Self Help, City of Angels, Murder Among Friends, No Sex Please We re British, You re A Good Man Charlie Brown*, The Music Man, Blithe Spirit, Once Upon A Mattress*, Lend Me A Tenor*, How To Succeed *, Wizard of Oz and so on! Love and Thanks to my one and only, as always!! *Aubrey Award Winner Kirk Valles (Musical Director) is a music teacher, a musician, and a musical director. He currently teaches vocal music in the San Diego Unified School District. In addition, Kirk gives private piano and voice lessons, and is director of music for a church in San Diego. Kirk is pleased to serve on the Pickwick Players Board. Congratulations to a great production team and the very talented cast of Seussical. This show has been a joy to work on. Alisa Williams (Choreographer): This is Alisa s tenth production with Pickwick Players, having most recently co-directed Joseph. She has worked with other local theaters including Coronado, PowPAC, Scripps Ranch, Onstage, Starlight and Lamplighters. Thank you to Frank, Katie, Kirk, Cameron, Lauren, Allison and the talented cast. She has loved sharing this experience with her daughter! Love to Cam, Bryn and her family for their support. Xoxo Cameron Williams (Producer) is the new Artistic Director of Pickwick Players and has worked behind the scenes with tickets, house, and producing this past season. Recent onstage appearances include Thomas Putnam in The Crucible and Linus in Snoopy!!! at Pickwick, and the Baker in OnStage Playhouse s Into the Woods. By day, Cameron teaches 8th grade language arts and history. He d like to thank Nettie for all of her help with this production. Love to Bryn and Alisa! Katie Beth Umlor (Stage Manager) is thrilled to be working with this wonderful cast! She is usually seen on stage but jumped at the chance to work with these talented kids! Some of her most recent credits include Joseph (Mrs. Potiphar/Wife), Oliver (Rose Seller), Annie (Lily), and Annie (Miss Hannigan). She is also the lead singer for a new band Justice is Blyhe. Katie would like to send love to all her friends, old and new, as well as a special Thank You and I Love You to her family for their love and support. Chad Oakley (Lighting Design): Recent work for Pickwick Players includes technicolor director for Joseph, lighting for The Crucible, A Taffeta Christmas, Snoopy and Annie. Other work: OnStage Playhouse - lighting for Moon over Buffalo and Swingtime Canteen, set design for Sordid Lives, set and light design for Extremities and Rocky Horror Show. Scripps Ranch Theater - lighting and stage managing Crimes of the Heart. InnerMission Productions- light design for Swimming in the Shallows and Dog Sees God. CAST PROFILES Jacob Rodebaugh (Mr. Mayor) is excited to be playing his first major role after recently appearing in the Kids Chorus of Pickwick Players Joseph. Jacob enjoys musical theater, karate, reading, watching Addams Family and making sushi. Thank you to Cameron and Alisa for introducing him to Pickwick, and his family for their continued support. Caitlin Wilson (Mrs. Mayor) is excited to be back with Pickwick after taking a break from musicals. She has been in two other plays, both with Pickwick: Annie Get Your Gun and The Music Man, her favorite. Caitlin thanks all her family and her best friend for always being supportive. Allison Edmonds (Bird Girl, Asst. Choreographer) is thrilled to be a part of her 3 rd Pickwick Production, Seussical. She has done a lot of shows throughout San Diego and is so excited to be a part of such a great cast and crew. She is also happy to have the experience of Assistant Choreographer. When not performing, she loves being with family, friends, and watching Padres baseball. Thank you, and go Padres! Emily Jardel (Bird Girl. Asst. Costumer) is thrilled to be in her fourth show with Pickwick Players. Her favorite role was Mercy Lewis in The Crucible. She is also ecstatic to be a part of Pickwick s new interning program as intern Costumer. Huge thank you s to the production team for this opportunity, and much love to Mom, Dad, Jackie, and Frankie. Lauren Adkins (Bird Girl, Asst. Choreographer) is returning to Pickwick Players after recently playing Marcie in Snoopy!!!. She has also worked with CYC and the San Diego Opera. Lauren loves doing theater, especially with friends. She would like to thank Pickwick Players for giving her this opportunity, and her family for their support. Nettie Allen (Bird Girl, Asst. Producer) is enthralled to return to the stage with Pickwick! She was in the teen chorus in Joseph. When not on stage, Nettie spends her time playing the ukulele, painting, and working backstage. Big thanks to her family and the production team for all their support, and especially Cam for being a great mentor. Corryne Chenowth (Wickersham Sister) has been in four plays with Pickwick Players: Annie, Snoopy!!!, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and her current play Seussical Jr. She loves to be involved and meet all the wonderful new people, as well as seeing some familiar faces.

10 CAST PROFILES David Gregory (Wickersham Brother, Asst. Set Designer) is excited to be returning to Pickwick Players after appearing in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and as Charlie Brown in Snoopy!!! David is glad to be working with such a great cast and production team. Baba Ghanoush. Dustin Tran (Wickersham Brother) has had a couple of musical experiences, like being a Tweedle and a prince, but he would have to say this is the most ridiculous, fun, and spontaneous musical he s done, and he enjoys every part of it. Jennifer Bologna (Who/ Sea Creature) is thrilled to be a part of Seussical! In her free time she likes to bake cupcakes. Her favorite roles have been Veruca Salt: Willy Wonka, and Scarecrow: Wizard of Oz. Jennifer wants to thank her family and Pickwick for being a great children s theatre. Danielle Edmonds (Who/Sea Creature, Asst. Stage Manager) is happy to be performing in her second Pickwick show! She has been acting for 10 years and loves it! Danielle is so glad to be a part if this incredible cast and crew! She is also thrilled to get the experience of assistant stage managing with Katie! :) Thank you!!! Lauren Maniaci (Who/Sea Creature) is performing for the first time with Pickwick Players. Her last and favorite role was Brother Levi in Broadway Bound Youth Theatre s (BBYT) production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Prior to that, she performed in Annie with BBYT. She would like to thank her family for supporting her dream of a future in the performing arts. Amy Newell (Yertle/Who/Sea Creature) is thrilled to be working with Pickwick for the first time. She has done videos for KPBS, shows with Peter Pan Junior Theater and West Hills High School. She would like to thank her brother, sister, and especially her mom for being so supportive. She would also like to thank Pickwick Players for giving her this opportunity and plans to continue auditioning. Enjoy the show! Karli Cruise (Who/Hunter) is 10. Her favorite roles include Scallop in How the Grinch Stole Christmas/The Old Globe, Munchkin Babydoll in The Wizard of Oz/Starlight Theatre, Molly in Annie/Pickwick Players, and Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol at North Coast Rep. and New Village Arts. Karli plays flute, loves dance and soccer. CAST PROFILES Imagine Truelove (Who/Hunter) is ecstatic to be performing in her second show with Pickwick Players! She wishes to thank all cast and staff for their "never ending" patience, support, and wisdom. Special love and thanks go to Hadi, her family, The Shilberg's, and K.U., for making her dreams come true! Bryn Williams (Who/Hunter) was in the Kids Chorus in Joseph with Pickwick. She loves to jump rope, play dolls, and watch Shirley Temple movies. When she grows up, she wants to be a movie star. Love to Mommy and Dad. Thanks to Frank and Kirk for being amazing! Danielle Revilla (Who/Circus Animal/Grinch) is thrilled to be in her first show with Pickwick Players. She has performed in several school plays and loves being on stage, thanks to Ms. Daisy s inspiration. Danielle appreciates Pickwick for providing such a wonderful program, and her family for their constant support. Sareya Shaheed (Who/Circus Animal) is excited to be in her first theater production. She loves to sing and act. She hopes Seussical will be the first of many other productions. She thanks her favorite teacher Mrs. Van Orden and her parents for providing her with such a great opportunity. Emily Shilberg (Who/Circus Animal) is proud to be performing with Pickwick Players in her first role. She appreciates the support from the fantastic staff and fellow cast members. Emily thanks her BFF, Imagine, for sharing this delightful experience with her. Hugs to her family for their support. Kendra Small (Who/Circus Animal) is performing for her mom after she had to miss her debut performance as Tessie in Annie due to being in the hospital fighting cancer. Kendra would like to thank Pickwick for the opportunity to perform for her family and friends. Jacklyn Jardel (Vlad/Who) is excited to be doing her third show with Pickwick Players. She was recently in Joseph and was Pepper in Annie. She has also performed with CYT, where she was May Belle in Bridge to Terabithia, her favorite role yet. Thanks to the production team for casting her in this show.