PICKWICK PLAYERS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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1 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) 4 season tickets (includes opening); 2 Gala tickets; 2 Awards Banquet tickets; VIP seating; sponsor listing in lobby, playbills, website. Playbill ($1,000) 2 season tickets (includes opening); 2 Gala tickets; 2 Awards Banquet tickets; sponsor listing in lobby, playbills, website. Break-a-Leg ($500) 2 season tickets (includes opening); 2 Awards Banquet tickets; sponsor listing in lobby, playbills, website. Backstage ($250) 2 tickets to 2 shows (excludes opening); 2 Awards Banquet tickets; sponsor listing in lobby, playbills. Star ($100) 2 tickets to any 1 show (excludes opening); sponsor listing in lobby, playbills. All benefits are valid for 12 months from donation date. 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# Break-a-Leg Steve Haiman Heidi Henson Sponsors ($500) Danny Ingersoll Cameron & Alisa Williams Backstage Sponsors ($250) Art Allen Jeanvieve Allen Sue Bedford Genovese Family Barron Henzel Randy & Kim Prendergast Summy Family Kendra Thomas Kirk Valles Star Sponsors ($100) Sam and Lori Bologna Jessica Brandon Dennis & Jo Brandon Jeremy & Christi Hassler renee levine Edmonds Family Jardel Family Rodebaugh Family Bryan & Christina Small Raylene J. Wall Jim & Merrie Williams

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 of Directors: President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Parent Liaison Youth Ambassador Publicity Director Artistic Director Jessica Brandon Kirk Valles Alisa Williams Mark Genovese 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: Emily S. is our shining star! We love her and are so very proud! Hugs Mom, Dad, brothers, and sis You make us very proud grandparents, Taylor. You will always be our Special OOMPA LOOMPA! Love, Grandpa & Grandma Moran Emma We are so proud of you and how hard you have worked. Break a leg, Emmpla! Love, Mommy, Daddy, Kara, and Noah Kevin - Congratulations on receiving your Golden Ticket! "We are the music makers and we are the dreamers if dreams." -Willy Wonka. Carissa We have another puzzle for you Who loves you and is very proud of you? Love, Mom and Dad Oompa Loompa Doompa Dee Dus- We are so proud of Augustus! You continue to grow as an actor. Keep Reaching- Love, Mom & Dad We are so proud of you, Taylor! You are our Super Star Oompah Loompah! Thank you for lighting up the stage, and our lives!" - xoxo Mom and Dad Jacob- So proud of you and the young man and actor you have become! Break a Leg! Love, Grandma and Grandpa Special thanks to Geoffrey for this great opportunity; Kirkremember to articulate! And Candace right foot, left foot! Love, Carissa Shelton Thank you Geoffrey, Cameron and the Pickwick Players gang for a magical journey through Wonka's Chocolate Factory - Kate S. and family Knock 'em dead, Tay! We're so proud of you and know you will do well! Love you lots, GMa & GPa Stout Congratulations, Imagine Truelove! You are a shining star! We are so proud of you! Love, Your Family Angel Girl: We are so proud of you! Keep breaking legs on your road to success. We love you! God bless Claire, we are so very, very proud of you! Lots of love from Mom, Dad, Stan, Stephen, Drew and, of course, Dorothy and Marilyn xo Genevieve, I have had so much fun being in this play with you. You are a great Violet! Love, Kate

3 Josh, we are so very proud of you. We love watching you live your dreams!! With all our love, Mom, Dad and Emmy Presents Music and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley Adapted for the Stage Leslie Bricusse & Timothy Allen McDonald Based on the Book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl Directed by GEOFFREY A. COX Musical Direction by KIRK VALLES Choreography by CANDACE CARBAJAL Assistant Director SANDIE STRAUSS Produced by CAMERON WILLIAMS Roald Dahl s Willy Wonka 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 ACT I Pure Imagination Willy Wonka Golden Age of Chocolate Company The Candy Man Charlie, Charlie s Friends, Candy Man I Eat More! Augustus, Mrs. Gloop, Phineous Trout, Chefs Think Positive Charlie, Mr. Bucket I See It All on TV Mike, Ms. Teavee, Phineous Trout Cheer Up, Charlie Mr. and Mrs. Bucket, Grandparents Think Positive Reprise Charlie I ve Got a Golden Ticket Charlie, Grandpa Joe, Company ~There will be a 15-minute intermission.~ ACT 2 At the Gates Willy Wonka In This Room Here Willy Wonka, Kids, Parents Factory Reveal Willy Wonka, Kids, Parents Oompa Loompa 1 Oompa Loompas There s No Knowing Willy Wonka, Parents Chew It Violet, Willy Wonka, Kids, Parents Oompa Loompa 2 Oompa Loompas Flying Charlie, Grandpa Joe Burping Song Charlie, Grandpa Joe I Want It Now Veruca Salt Oompa Loompa 3 Oompa Loompas Oompa Loompa 4 Oompa Loompas Flying Reprise Willy Wonka, Charlie, Grandpa Joe Oompa Loompa/Candy Dreams Oompa Loompas, Kids Finale Company ORCHESTRA Kirk Valles Keyboard Sven Salumaa Percussion SPECIAL THANKS TO: Carlton Oaks School and the Santee School District, S.D. Natural History Museum, Barnes & Noble Santee, Art Allen, Lori Bologna, Lani Crandall, Mary Kay Engh, Grand Façade Theatre, George McCall, Tim & Toni Stout, Dawn Marie Zuniga-Williams Platform Build: Jessica Brandon, Joe Davison, Mark Genovese, Dan and David Gregory, Perry Rodebaugh, David Higgins and his crew Check out our friends around the county at the other ACT-member theatres! (Associated Community Theatres) To Gillian on Her 37th Birthday Runs March 15 - April 13 Directed by Charles Peters The Tempest Runs March 29 - April 6 Directed by Spencer Farmer Poway Performing Arts Company Pageant Runs April 5 - May 12 Directed by Jennie Gray Connard Doubt: A Parable Runs March 15 - April 14 Directed by Raylene J. Wall

5 PRODUCTION TEAM PROFILES Geoffrey A. Cox (Director/Set Designer) is an accomplished director, actor, playwright, singer, artist and teacher. He was recently seen as Dr. Pashent on the Lyceum stage in the world premiere musical John Doe: The Musical. Recent directing credits include Sheila: A New Rock Musical for Grand Façade Theatre Productions and David & Lisa for Pickwick Players. He is also an accredited writer for the Walt Disney Company with his musical Once Upon A Dream. He is a strong advocate for the arts in education and is involved in several children s theatre programs. Kirk Valles (Musical Director) is a music teacher, musician, and musical director. He currently teaches vocal music at both Holmes and Hawthorne Elementary Schools in the San Diego Unified School District, and conducts the District's Honor Choir. In addition, Kirk is director of music for a local church in San Diego. He is pleased to be working with such a talented cast in Willy Wonka. Candace Carbajal (Choreographer) is extremely excited to make her choreographic debut with Pickwick Players after her performing debut last season in Bye Bye Birdie. She is an accomplished performer, teacher, and choreographer who works with companies throughout California and Arizona. Recent choreographic credits: The Last Five Years (Patio Playhouse-PPCT Award), Sheila: A New Rock Musical (Grand Façade Theatre), and The Secret Garden (PaccoArts). Thanks to Geoffrey for another fun collaboration, and the cast and crew for their dedication and enthusiasm. Sandie Strauss (Assistant Director) is excited to be working with Pickwick Players again. Watching the actors develop is a joy, and working with Geoffrey A. Cox is a wonderful learning experience. Sandie prefers being a behind the scenes person and has served in many roles as producer, assistant director, running a spotlight, running the house, holding book, and keeping the director sane. When she s not at the theater, she s a Medical Staff Coordinator at Scripps Mercy hospital as a meeting coordinator. 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 productions of Bye Bye Birdie and Once On This Island marked his return to the theatre after 17 years. He currently works for the Department of Veteran's Affairs and also helps small businesses with their IT and other related needs. Elizabeth Jimenez (Props) is currently pursuing her B.A in Theatre Performance at SDSU. She is thrilled to be working off the stage and behind the scenes with Pickwick Players. Pickwick credits include Once on This Island, Pippin, and David & Lisa. Many thanks to Cam and Geoffrey for letting her be a part of this wonderful production. CAST Willy Wonka Mark Spencer Charlie Bucket Josh Henson Grandpa Joe Jim Williams Grandma Josephine Robin Echo Young Grandpa George Joel Gossett Grandma Georgina Jeanvieve Lamoureux Mrs. Bucket Alisa Williams Mr. Bucket Cameron Williams Candy Man Brandon Banda Phineous Trout Ryan Prades Augustus Gloop Jacob Rodebaugh Mrs. Gloop Katie Beth Umlor Violet Beauregarde Genvieve Ciavarelli Mrs. Beauregarde Andrea Acuña Veruca Salt Emily Morrison Mr. Salt Robert Shadbolt Mike Teavee Kevin Davison Ms. Teavee Samantha Goldstein Charlie s Friends Sarah Bedford, Scott Bedford, Jennifer Bologna, Ariel Carey, Emily Shilberg, Kate Sprague, Imagine Truelove, Bryn Williams Oompa Loompas Lorelei Howe, Jacklyn Jardel, Carissa Shelton, Emma Spencer, Taylor Stout, Claire Summy, Katie Thomas, Imagine Truelove Thank you to our Green Room Parents, Ushers, Refreshment Bakers, and Parking Lot Attendants: Brandon Banda Sam Bedford Simon Bedford Sue Bedford Lori Bologna Sam Bologna Alyssa Carey Paula Ciavarelli Jennifer Davison Mark Genovese David Gregory Marie Gregory Heidi Henson Nancy Howe Emily Jardel John Jardel Jeanvieve Lamoureux Catherine Morrison Debra Rodebaugh Tripp Sprague Toni Stout Debbie Shilberg Barrie Summy Kendra Thomas Sabrina Truelove And a BIG thank you to our Volunteer Coordinator, Christine Jardel! Please turn off all cell phones prior to the performance. Taking of photographs or use of recording devices is strictly prohibited.

6 Producer Jane Russell Sound Design Sound Technician Costume Design Adriana Zuniga-Williams Zac Brown Photography Videography Jessica Brandon Marketing Cameron Williams Jim and Merrie Williams, Amanda Shelton Program Design Box Office David C. Carnevale Graphic Design Projection Design Sue Bedford, Rosemary King, Alisa Williams with CoronadoGeoffrey Playhouse and Jumbo A. Cox, Adam Doyle Steve Murdock Kurt Dahlvig Lightboard Operator Costume Assistants Keala Milles Mark Summy Lighting Design Spencer Farmer, Elizabeth Jimenez, Lidia Salvatierra Properties Mark Genovese Nettie Allen, Candace Carbajal, Paula & Richard Ciavarelli, Vito Genovese, Doug Henson, George McCall, Kelsey Strauss, Sandie Strauss Jim Williams Set Construction Lead Set Construction and Painting Kelsey Strauss Nettie Allen, Danielle Posada, Lidia Salvatierra, Kelsey Strauss Geoffrey A. Cox Adam Doyle Nettie Allen Scenic Design Set Design Stage Crew Stage Manager Production Assistant Sandie Strauss Candace Carbajal Cameron Williams Choreographer Assistant Director Kirk Valles Geoffrey A. Cox Musical Director Director PRODUCTION TEAM Back Row: Jacklyn Jardel, Katie Thomas, Claire Summy Front Row: Emma Spencer, Carissa Shelton, Lorelei Howe Not Pictured: Taylor Stout, Imagine Truelove Oompa Loompas Back Row: Jennifer Bologna, Scott Bedford, Kate Sprague Front Row: Imagine Truelove, Sarah Bedford, Emily Shilberg, Bryn Williams Not Pictured: Ariel Carey Charlie s Friends CAST PROFILES

7 CAST PROFILES DIRECTOR S NOTE Genevieve Ciavarelli (Violet Beauregarde) an eleven year-old 6th grader, made her debut appearance with Pickwick Players as Erzulie in Once On this Island. Genevieve has been in several productions throughout San Diego including How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the Old Globe Theatre. She would like to thank Geoffrey and the entire production team for the opportunity to play Violet; Chrissy Burns for her guidance and support; her family and friends for their love and encouragement. Andrea Acuña (Mrs. Beauregarde), a native of San Diego, is currently finishing up her last semester at the University of San Diego as a double major in Political Science and Theatre Arts & Performance Studies. Most recently she appeared as Bagshot in USD's fall production of The Beaux' Stratagem. This is her first production with Pickwick Players, and she would like to thank the entire cast and crew for making the experience an amazing one! Emily Morrison (Veruca Salt) is thrilled to be joining the Willy Wonka cast for her first Pickwick show. Previous credits include Lucy in Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Avery in Charlotte s Web, Pepper in Annie, Toto in The Wiz, Kathleen in Ragtime, and many more. Emily would like to thank Pickwick for this opportunity, and her friends and family for all their support. Robert Shadbolt (Mr. Salt) in thrilled to be in his first production with Pickwick Players. Past favorite roles include Sir Toby Belch in Twelfth Night with Coronado Playhouse and Jumbo Dumbrowski in Panache at PowPAC. He would like to thank the Yellerson family for all their love and support. And above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. Those who don't believe in magic will never find it. -Roald Dahl Charlie & the Chocolate Factory, as I m sure for many, was one of my favorite books as a kid. I can still see the red cover with the drawing of Charlie and a half eaten chocolate bar. I would read that one over and over again and remember traveling to Wonka s factory, and how my imagination would run free there. Now years later I have that chance again. Directing Roald Dahl s Willy Wonka has been nothing short of allowing my childhood imagination to run free. As a Director/Actor we allow ourselves to play in a world of Pure Imagination. I could think of no better production for both young and young-at-heart to come together and create MAGIC. I cannot stress how wonderful of an organization Pickwick Players is for its education in theatre. Pairing seasoned actors with youth provides an exciting learning environment and a chance to develop great characters. Now over the years my vision of the factory has changed, and the musical version has been given some updates yet I wanted to retain the magic of the book while giving it a flavor all my own. Of course, I have had incredible team to pull this off and I want to make sure to thank Cast & Crew alike for their hard work and dedication. Special thanks to Sandie, (my right arm), Cam (my left arm), Nettie (for everything you do), Kirk (for your brilliance!) and Candace (my wife for another amazing collaboration). I hope you enjoy our version of the story, and you have a chance to share some MAGIC with someone you love. Thank you for supporting local theatre. On a final personal note: It has been a rather rough few months and rather than close with a certain dedication I dedicate this wonderful world of magic to those close friends who have really come through for me recently. You bless me everyday. -Geoffrey A. Cox Kevin Davison (Mike Teavee) is thrilled to be back with Pickwick Players. He was recently seen in How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the Old Globe. Favorite roles include Jojo in Seussical (Pickwick Players,) King Louie in The Jungle Book (Young Actor s Theater) and Michael Darling in Peter Pan (CYT). Kevin hopes to be on Broadway someday, but he knows that wherever life takes him he will always have a song in his heart. Samantha Goldstein (Ms. Teavee) is in her fourth show with Pickwick Players, following David & Lisa, Bye Bye Birdie and Pippin. She is also a writer and director for stage and short film, and teaches Nia, a dance/martial arts/yoga hybrid. Sam thanks Geoffrey, Candace and Kirk for sharing their talents, and all of the cast and crew for being totes awesome. A special shout-out to her stage son, Kevin Davison. Her everlasting gratitude to David and Jarrah, her biggest fans.

8 CAST PROFILES Mark Spencer (Willy Wonka) is excited to return with Pickwick Players, having appeared recently as Levi in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Other favorite roles include Henry Morgenthau in Annie and the Knife Grinder in Oliver. Special thanks to his theatre widow, Krista, whose support and encouragement never go unnoticed. Love to Noah, Kara, & Emma for being his biggest fans! Josh Henson (Charlie Bucket) is excited to be doing his thirteenth production. Some of his favorite roles include Bun Foo in Thoroughly Modern Millie Jr., Zeke Baylor in High School Musical Jr., Eugene in Grease and Scrooge in Bah Humbug. Josh also performs with the San Diego Children s Choir. He thanks his family and Lynne Broyles for all their love and support, and Geoffrey and the production team for giving him this wonderful opportunity. Jim Williams (Grandpa Joe) is thrilled to make his Pickwick debut with Cameron, Alisa and Bryn. He hopes to again perform with his other children and grandchildren in the near future. He was last seen as Man in the Chair in Coronado s The Drowsy Chaperone. Other favorite appearances: Greater Tuna, Once Upon A Mattress, Two by Two, Something s Afoot, and dozens more. Retired after 41 years teaching, he enjoys gardening and world travel with wife Merrie. Robin Echo Young (Grandma Josephine) is happy to be part of the wonderful Willy Wonka cast and crew. She recently played Miss Wulla Jean in The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas at the Coronado Playhouse. She got her start at the Avo Theater and Patio Playhouse in the North County. Robin is a Country/Folk singer and is often seen at special events around the county, most recently in a tribute to Patsy Cline. Joel Gossett (Grandpa George) is a veteran of the stage throughout San Diego County, performing with Moonlight, Grossmont College, PowPAC, Lyric Opera, and CCT. Pickwick Players credits include Dr. Swinford in David & Lisa and Jacob in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. He thanks Geoffrey and the production team for giving him the opportunity to perform with such a talented group. Jeanvieve Lamoureux (Grandma Georgina) is honored to be making her debut with Pickwick Players, after supporting her daughter, Nettie, for the past few years. It's been a number of years since she last performed with her folk group, Creation and worked with Covenant Ark Theatre. She would like to thank the production team, cast, and crew for sharing this joy-filled experience. Much love to family and friends. CAST PROFILES Alisa Williams (Mrs. Bucket) This is Alisa's 11th show with Pickwick Players and her first performing with her husband and daughter. She recently choreographed Coronado Playhouse's The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas and was last seen as Marty in Onstage Playhouse's Grease. Thanks to her family for their never-ending support. Love to Cam and Bryn - Bug...you make me so proud! Cameron Williams (Mr. Bucket) is proud to be appearing on stage with his wife, daughter, and father. Recent Pickwick credits include Albert Peterson in Bye Bye Birdie and Linus in Snoopy!!! Other favorite roles: The Baker in Into the Woods (OnStage Playhouse) and Prince Dauntless in Once Upon a Mattress (Scripps Ranch Theatre). Thanks to Geoffrey and the rest of the production team for their creativity and commitment. Brandon Banda (Candy Man) became involved in theatre three years ago and since then has performed in numerous productions with San Diego Junior Theatre. Some favorite roles include Maurice in Beauty and the Beast and Bert Healy in Annie. Brandon enjoys singing on the worship team at church and coaching the competitive speech club at Heritage Christian School. Eat mor chickin! Ephesians 2:10 Ryan Prades (Phineous Trout) made his theatre debut in Pickwick Players' Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and is stoked to be part of this theatre family for another season. He was most recently seen in Coronado Playhouse's The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. When not on stage or analyzing data, he can often be sighted at concerts, craft breweries, or the cliffs for his latest favorite activity: paragliding. Jacob Rodebaugh (Augustus Gloop) is excited to back for his fifth Pickwick show, previously appearing in Joseph, Seussical, David & Lisa, and Bye Bye Birdie. San Diego Junior Theatre credits: Footloose, Phantom Tollbooth, Stinky Cheese Man and Compleat Werks of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged). When not on stage, Jacob is an 8 th grader at Carlton Oaks. Jacob would like to thank Geoffrey, Cameron, Kirk, Alisa and his family for their continued support of his dream. Oob! Katie Beth Umlor (Mrs. Gloop) is excited she got her golden ticket to be a part of this amazing cast! Hair stylist by day, performer by night, Katie is blessed with a wonderful life. She was most recently seen as Ruby Rea in The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, part of the Players Ensemble in Pippin, and Mrs. Merkle in Bye Bye Birdie. Katie sends love to her family and friends, and special well wishes to Jennifer. XO [