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Meow, what a crazy year this has been! And yet we managed to present the show you are seeing before you. Have you ever counted the amount of people involved in a theatre production, even in a close-knit community like ours? Well, I tried, and I lost count, but the number is definitely in the triple digits! What you see before you is SO much more than anything I did as a Director. What you see is the magic of a story, a vision, a group of people who dedicated hours of love to this theatre, and so much more.

What’s that you say? It’s magic? I agree!

If I had to sum up in one sentence what my favorite thing about theatre is, and particularly this show, it would be “the child-like spirit that theatre brings out of us.” Charlotte’s Web is a story that will never fail to touch that part of us that adulthood has buried. It shows us the strength of friendship, and how the tiniest among us can often be the most powerful. This is a lesson that everyone can still learn to this day, especially in these hard times when it is so easy to forget the little things amidst everything that is happening around us.

Among the many people I am thankful for, I have to particularly thank a few: my father, who let me borrow so many different things any time I asked, and Tim, my Co-Director and man of many talents, for stressing himself out about everything so I wouldn’t have to.

A Note from the DirectorA Note from the Director

- Ruru Painter

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Joseph Robinette is a Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk Award nominee for the libretto of the acclaimed A Christmas Story, The Musical. He is the author or co-author of 55 published plays and musicals. His works have been produced at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, The Theater at Madison Square Garden and Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New

York City, the 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, the Goodman Theatre in Chicago, the BBC in Britain, in all 50 states and in 21 foreign countries. Twelve of his works have been translated into foreign languages, and another five have been anthologized. Robinette collaborated with E.B. White on the authorized stage version of Charlotte’s Web, and he wrote the musical version with Charles Strouse (Annie and Bye, Bye, Birdie). Other dramatizations include The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Anne of Green Gables and Debbie Macomber’s A Gift to Last and The Inn at Rose Harbor. He is the recipient of the American Alliance for Theatre and Education’s Distinguished Play Award for Sarah, Plain and Tall and the Children’s Theatre Foundation of America medallion for his “body of dramatic works for family audiences in the United States and beyond.”

About the PlaywrightAbout the Playwright

Scenes & SettingsScenes & Settings

Joe Dinkowitz at Middle Rogue Audio for the sound equipment

Jonas Stewart for the switcher

Jes Webb for the camera

Siskiyou Productions for the cameras

Josh Kennedy for the tripod and live-steam assistance

One Eleven Theatre for the “radiant” spider web and camera

Jael Hanson & Family for the spider web face masks

Denise Baker for the prop assistance

G.G. Sugarplum’s for the cake

Clyde Highbarger for the tripods and sound equipment assistance

Scene 1: The Morning Wilbur is born

Scene 2: The Zuckerman’s Farm

Intermission

Scene 3: The fair! What a fair!

Thank you . . .Thank you . . .

RURU PAINTER (Co-Director) This is RuRu’s second time Directing, but certainly not her last. She spends most of her time with her kitten Chocolate Chip whom she loves above all else. Besides the Directing gigs, she also acts, stage manages, and does plenty of other fun things in the arts. She hopes to someday combine her day job as a Direct Support Professional and her work in the arts to create a company that travels to theatres and film companies to help them be more inclusive and welcoming to our nation’s great diversity. Oh, she also hopes you enjoy the antics on stage! Thank you for watching!

About the DirectorsAbout the Directors

TIM COATNEY (Co-Director) This is Tim’s 19th show with

Barnstormers and his second time directing this year. He would like to thank Ruby for having him on

board. He would also like to thank his wonderful family for putting up with his crazy theater life. He

thanks you for watching and hopes you enjoy the show.

Co-Director ...........................................................................RuRu PainterCo-Director ...........................................................................Tim CoatneyStage Manager ......................................................................Tim CoatneyAssistant Stage Manager/Camera Operator .................... Skyler WestraAssistant Stage Manager/Child Wrangler ........................... Alec PainterLighting Designer .............................................................. Connor PylantSound Designer ....................................................................Tim CoatneyCostume Designer ............................................................... Mollie MeansSet Designer ................................................................Christopher GreenProps Master .......................................................................Pearl SwansonLight Board Operator ....................................................... Connor PylantSound Board Operator ............................................................Zane AllenSet Build Team .............................................. Tim Coatney, Ruru Painter,

Wayd Drake, Steven Corelis, Madeline DeCourcey, Connor Pylant, Sean Glover, Jessie Burman

Poster Design .............................................Ruru Painter & Jaren HobsonPlaybill Design .....................................................................Jaren HobsonPhotographer ........................................................................Jerry PainterPoster Printing ....................................................Evergreen Federal BankExecutive Director ................................................................. Annie Sabel

Board of DirectorsTanaia Green, Barb Hochberg, Judie Erickson, Ruthe Gunn, Chuck Benson,

Jael Hanson, Tyler Flaming, Christina Swanson, Cliff Kuhlman

THE CHRISTMAS ANGELDirected by Robert Pyle

October 5 & 6 from 6:30-8:30 PMAt Barnstormers Theatre

For more information or to request an audition time slot, please email:barnstormersgp@gmail.com

or call 541-479-3557

CrewCrew

Upcoming AuditionsUpcoming Auditions

BRIAN WAGNER (Wilbur)Brian is 11 years old and has been in several of his Mom’s plays that she directed at Hidden Valley High School including Family Values, Shakespeare on the Green, and The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon. Brian’s hobbies include basketball, bowling, baseball and acting (of course!) He hopes you enjoy this production of Charlotte’s Web. See YOU on the Stage! (or camera!)

BRYCE ROBERTSON (Gander/Spectator 1)Bryce’s awaited return to the theatre is here after being left on a cliffhanger with his last show, and he is stoked to fulfill his dream of being in yet another Barnstormers show! He never thought he would enjoy playing a goose, but he’s had a blast! He would like to thank his friends and family for their continuous support and love. Honk honk!

CHEALSEA BRANDT (Fern)Chelsea is a fun, outgoing twelve-year-old who is enjoying her role as Fern in Charlotte’s Web. Chelsea has been in many productions including Dogsbreath Devereaux, Miracle on 34th Street, and One Eleven Theatre’s Shrek the Musical. Enjoy the show!

GRANT CYNOR-FORD (Avery)Grant is excited to be working with Barnstormers for a second time. He has had some theater experience before this, appearing in It’s a Wonderful Life as Peter Bailey and Young George. Acting is one of his favorite pastimes. He also plays the saxophone and is learning the piano and violin. He is in seventh grade and is going to attend Connections Academy. He would like to thank Ruby, Tim, and the rest of the cast and crew for this amazing opportunity.

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JACOB LYNDE (Templeton)He plays the rat.

JENNIFER WAGNER (Mrs. Arable)Theater is a passion of Jennifer’s that began when she was in high school in Rogue River. The drama club impacted her life so greatly that she majored in theater arts at SOU where she delved into every aspect of the craft from design to directing. Since 2005, she has been a teacher and drama coach in the Three Rivers School District directing young actors and crew as they develop their skills and love for the art. This is her first time participating as an actor in community theater, and she is grateful to be part of the Barnstormers family.

JESSIE BURMAN (Goose/Spectator 2)Jessie Burman is very,-ery,-ery, excited to be playing Goose in Barnstormers Production of Charlotte’s Web. She is so thankful to be able to participate in theatre and perform during this crazy time. She would like to thank her friends and family for always being so supportive and God for giving her opportunities like this one! And of course, of course, of course she hopes you enjoy the show!

JOHN R. WEBER (Homer Zuckerman)John is very happy to be in this play based on a favorite book that his Mom read to him and he read to his kids and his grandkids and his great grandkids. John has been doing Barnstormers productions since he retired and moved to Grants Pass in 2015. His favorite role… Kris Kringle in Miracle on 34th St.

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JULIE IMHOF (Edith Zuckerman)Julie has loved theater and going to live performances ever since childhood. It warms her heart to be a part of making theater an exciting experience for other children. Many thanks to RuRu and Tim for allowing her to be a part of bringing Charlotte and Wilbur to life. Watching these young people grow is truly rewarding. You may have seen Julie in a variety of other performances, from drama to melodrama. She hopes to be here for many others to come.

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KYLER EDWARDS (Narrator 2)Kyler is excited to be part of Barnstormers’ production of Charlotte’s Web. His theatre experiences include Leonard “Binky” Rudich in Revenge of The Space Pandas, Randy in A Christmas Story, and Zazu in Lion King Jr. In his free time Kyler enjoys playing trumpet with the NVHS marching band, building models and playing video games.

MATTHEW DOWNES (Mr. Arable)Playing the lovable father, Mr. Arable, Matthew Downes would like to welcome you to this production of Charlotte’s Web. With almost two decades of experience on and around the stage, including years of teaching improv in Portland; Matthew recently starred as George Topax in Barnstormers’ production of Revenge of the Space Pandas, and as Lord Fancourt in Charley’s Aunt. While not in stage make-up, Matthew owns and operates Rogue Valley Computer Repair where he fixes & builds everything from phones, computers & networks to security-systems. Part of today’s broadcast live-stream is thanks to his assistance & those of our other unsung-heros...the theater techs!

MAXFIELD STEWART (Baby Wilbur/Lamb)By now Maxfield is a veteran to the Barnstormers stage. He has been in at least 3 shows by now, and he just turned 8. Besides being on stage, his favorite things are cats, particularly Chocolate Chip (the director’s kitten) and dogs, like his one at home, Finny. He would like to thank his Mom and Dad for driving him back and forth to rehearsals, and John for getting him delicious COVID-free snacks for every rehearsal.

NIRVANA STRALEY (Charlotte)This is Nirvana’s first show at Barnstormers. Active in Theatre in High school, she is now returning to the stage after a 17-year break while she pursued a career in music. Her main role is cheering on her boyfriend Robert who is a Barnstormers alumnus, whom she would like to thank for always being a voice of encouragement. Another special thank you to her dear friend Tim; without his positive reinforcement she would not be onstage today. And finally, she extends her “Salutations” to you and hopes you enjoy the show.

NOAH LINDSEY (Lurvy)Noah Lindsey is thrilled to be welcomed back at Barnstormers for the second time. Noah was previously seen as the character Hank in Marvin’s Room, and has also been seen as Mendel in Fiddler on the Roof while working with Rogue Music Theater. He first found acting in high school, continued classes through college, and is getting ready to take his career to LA very soon. Offstage, Noah’s a working musician and film director best known for his work with Tony22 and TNT Records. He enjoys singing, writing, and entertaining. He can usually be found spending time with his family or friends outside.

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RUSSELL MITCHELL (Sheep/Uncle/Announcer)

Theater was “about all Russ did as an undergrad at SOC in the sixties.” Some favorite roles include: Lion in The Wizard of Oz, Biderman in Biderman and the Fire Bugs (Directed by Dr. Dorothy Stolp), a towns-person in Under Milkwood (Directed by Dr. Angus Bowmer), John in Cry Dawn in Dark Babylon and Cardinal Cauchon in The Lark. More recent works include: Old Man Morris in Hot l Baltimore, Noah Count Esq. in The Tater Family Saga, Anthony Coelho in Working, a chorus member in Scrooge the Musical, the padre and a muleteer in Man of LaMancha, Black Bart, Santa and others in A Christmas Story and many other smaller roles. Russ lives in the Applegate Mountains with his wife, Camille, and many cats.

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SEAN GLOVER (Narrator 1)

After the cancellation of his last show, Sean is overjoyed to be performing on the Barnstormers stage for the first time. While recently starring in Working: The Musical, he has also written a couple of plays. He has yet to produce one of his own, but just you wait ( just you wait). With an exceeding amount of vigor, he will attempt to make you laugh, cry, and emit many other unnamed emotions in this wonderful show.

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humanities, and culture through education, activities, and grant awards.We are part of the Oregon Cultural Trust network.

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Your contributions help us to stay afloat during this difficult time and are greatly appreciated! Thank you for supporting our new and creative ways of

keeping Barnstormers alive!

Special Thanks to Our Season SponsorInvestment Resources Inc.

GivingTuesdayNow DonorsTamara Barrus, Alex Adams, Daniel Wallace, Christine Flores, Donna

Connor, Sharon McBerty, Lynda Dyck, Amy Fox, TJ Jessup, Ellen McKee Parks, Frankie Craig, Kathryn Brooks, Anne Morin, Jael Hanson, Ruby

Painter, Charles Dunn, Liz Letz, Barb Hochberg, Vicky Engel, Jeff & Elaine Habermehl, John & Willie Jessup, The Henderson Family Kingdom

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Thank you to the organizations that have graciously supported the theatre this year:

Americans for the Arts, MacDonald Peterson Foundation, Oregon Community Foundation, Carpenter Foundation, Josephine County

Cultural Coalition, Evergreen Federal Bank

Thank you to our 2019-2020 Season Subscribers who donated their tickets from our cancelled shows back to the theatre!

Thank you to those who watched and donated to our production of “The Pony Expresso!”

A continuous thank you to our lifetime platinum donors of $2,000+Steve & Debbie Mazzola, Leroy & Carol Rice, Nelson Maler, Jack & Pat

Henderson, Elizabeth Maler, Steven & Linda Phillips, Tyler Flaming, Susan Russell, Maloy Murdock

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