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March 12 - April 9, 2011

Performing atThe Saratoga Civic Theater13777 Fruitvale Ave. in Saratoga(Across from West Valley College)

Performances at

29. N. San Pedro St.Downtown San Jose

(800) 838-3006www.tabardtheatre.org

March 4–27March 4–27

FolliesConcert VersionFolliesConcert Version

ClassicSondheim!

“A truly fantasticevening”

–The Financial Times

1972 TONY® AWARDFOR BEST MUSIC/LYRICS

“The musical is inspired.”

–The London Daily News

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEWelcome to “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee”, the second

production of WVLOA’s 46th season. We hope you enjoy this quirky musical that celebrates the mania of the spelling bee competition and its nerdy contestants.

Our final production of this season in June/July will be the Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic musical, “Sound of Music”, the story of the wonderful Von Trapp Family singers. The show celebrates its 50th anniversary this year and we’re delighted to bring it to this theater.

You’re Invited!!! Whether you are already one of our 1100+ subscribers or here in the Saratoga Civic Theatre for the very first time, we invite you to join us this November for West Valley Light Opera’s 47th season. Due to the increasing costs of production, we have been forced to raise our subscription rates and individual ticket prices. However, we will maintain our policy of not charging any additional fees for tickets purchased through our Box Office and/or with a Credit Card.

Look at Our Centerfold!!! Included in this program is a special blue insert, which we invite you to use to subscribe to WVLOA’s 47th musical season. Subscribe NOW to ensure good seats and substantial savings over the cost of individual tickets. Current subscribers may also use this form to renew for next season. All subscription and individual ticket orders will be processed according to the date on which they are received, but actual tickets will not be assigned or mailed until after this season’s last production has concluded in August.

Let me close by stating that you, the audience members who share your support and enthusiasm for WVLO’S endeavors, make it a truly gratifying experience for all of us involved, both on the stage and behind the scenes. And we extend our special gratitude to those subscribers who have donated additional funds to ensure the excellent quality of sets and costumes that we strive to bring to this stage. We hope that you have a marvelous time at this musical and that you will join us for our future productions.

—Edward Hand, President West Valley Light Opera Association

WEST VALLEY LIGHT OPERA ANNOUNCESNEXT SEASON: 2011–2012

We invite you to become a subscriber to WVLO’s New SeasonPlease use the blue insert in this program!

Subscribe NOW to assure good seats and substantial savings!Current subscribers may use this form to renew for next season.

AMTSJ American Musical Theatre of San Jose

ASM Assistant Stage ManagerATC Actors Theatre CenterBA Bachelor of ArtsBBB Broadway By The BayBBSC Bus Barn Stage CompanyBFA Bachelor of Fine ArtsCCMT Contra Costa Music TheatreCMTSJ Children’s Music Theatre of

San JoseCSC Cabrillo Stage CompanyERMA Enid & Ross Maurice AwardFCC Foothill City CollegeFMT Foothill Music TheatreFSU Fresno State UniversityHS High SchoolMHUSD Morgan Hill Unified School

DistrictPAP Palo Alto Players

PHS Presentation High SchoolPSP Pacific Spindrift PlayersPYT Peninsula Youth TheatreSBMT South Bay Musical TheatreSCP Sunnyvale Community PlayersSCPL Santa Clara PlayersSCU Santa Clara UniversitySCUSD Santa Clara Unified School

DistrictSFSU San Francisco State UniversitySJCLO San Jose Civic Light OperaSJSU San Jose State UniversitySM Stage ManagerSTOC Studio Theatre of CaliforniaTITM Theatre In The MountainsTOSPS Theatre On San Pedro SquareUSF University of San FranciscoWVC West Valley CollegeWVLO West Valley Light Opera

ACRONYMS/ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS PROGRAM

“The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Music Theatre International,

421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019.Visit our web site: www.wvlo.org • E-mail: wvlo@wvlo.org • 24-hour Voice Mail: (408) 268-3777

Gala Opening: Saturday, March 12, 2011 . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 PMFridays: March 25, April 1, 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 PMSaturdays: March 19, April 2, 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 PMSaturday Matinee: March 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30 PMSunday Matinees: March 13, 20, 27, April 3 . . . . . . . . . 2:30 PM

Music and Lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Shienkin Conceived by Rebecca Feldman Additional Material by Jay Reiss

Originally produced on Broadway by David Stone, James L. Nederlander, Barbara Whitman, Patrick Catullo Barrington Stage Company and Second Stage Theatre.

FeaturingChristine Bagube, Shawn Bender, Gina DiRado,

John Eubank, Nes Fragoso, Helen Gruner, Brian Miller, Charles Parker Woodson and Christine Wait

Director: DOUG BAIRD • Vocal/Music Director: BOB SUNSHINE Choreographer: TRACY COAD • Producer: KRIS DUDLEY

West Valley Light Opera Association acknowledges the generosity of the following donors who have contributed to maintaining our productions’ excellence for the upcoming season. We are deeply grateful for your support! If you are employed by or retired from a company that has a Matching Gift program for non-profit organizations and would like to double your gift to WVLO, call the Box Office, (408) 268-3777 and we will help you apply for this additional contribution.

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If your name is omitted or listed incorrectly here, please accept our apologies and leave a message on our Voice Mail, (408) 268-3777, or e-mail us at wvlo@wvlo.org so that we may update future listings. ALL gifts, of any amount, are greatly appreciated.

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“THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE” is based upon C-R-E-P-U-S-C-U-L-E, an original play by The Farm.

The Barrington Stage Company workshop of the “THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE” was originally co-directed by

Michael Barakiva and Rebecca Feldman.

The Farm was founded in 2000 by Rebecca Feldman, Artistic Director.It is a collective of writers and performers, including Jay Reiss, Dan Fogler, and Sarah Saltzberg. The Farm’s interest is in the role of improvisation in creating new work for the theatre. The Farm initially designates a two-week intensive period in which to discover, develop, and rehearse a play from the impulses borne mainly out of the pressure of a deadline. Previous projects include “Super” (at Atlantic Theatre Studios), “Why I Hate Florida” (workshop at White Wave in DUMBO) and “C-R-E-P-U-S-C-U-L-E (at the Present Company Theatorium in October 2002), on which “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” is based. The character and original dialogue of “Beth Marguiles”, “Vice President Douglas Panch,” “Mr. Barfee” and “Logan Schwarzengrubenierre” were created by Rebecca

Feldman, Jay Reiss, Dan Fogler and Sarah Saltzberg, respectively.

CAST OF CHARACTERSin Alphabetical Order

Christine Bagube . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marcy ParkShawn Bender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice Principal Douglas PanchGina DiRado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Olive OstrovskyJohn Eubank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chip TolentinoNes Fragoso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mitch Mahoney, Dan Dad, Olive’s DadHelen Gruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Logainne SchwartzandgrubenierreBrian Miller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leaf Coneybear, Carl DadCharles Woodson Parker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .William BarfeeChristine Wait . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rona Peretti, Olive’s Mom

MUSICIANSConductor and Keyboard 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bob SunshineKeyboard 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Samuel CisnerosPercussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bob WylieReed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marty McHanReed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Melody Cardona(Substituting for Marty McHan on March 26 & 27 will be Asa Stern.)

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WVLO InformationSARATOGA CIVIC THEATER 13777 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070 In the City of Saratoga Office Complex

BOX OFFICE In Saratoga Civic Theater Across from West Valley College Tickets & Information (408) 268-3777(Voice Mail available 24 hours daily.) Theater Box Office opens one hour before showtime.

ADMINISTRATION OFFICES Mailing Address P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031 Telephone: (408) 358-1896 Fax: (408) 356-0135

PERFORMANCE TIMES Fri./Sat. Eves 8:00 PM Sat./Sun. Matinees 2:30 PM Thurs. Eves 8:00 PM

TICKET PRICES* Gala Openings $30 (Includes champagne & reception) Fri./Sat. Eves $28 Sat./Sun. Matinees $26 Children under 12 $18 Seniors (65 & over) $2 off Children (13 to 17) $2 off *Prices include City Surcharge of $2.00

GROUP DISCOUNTSAre available for all productions except Opening Nights. Contact the Box Office on our 24-hour Voice Mail at (408) 268-3777. Special Bookings for fund-raisers are also available.

TICKET EXCHANGESSeason ticket holders can exchange their tickets at any time up to 24 hours before a performance, free of charge. Subscription tickets for missed performances may NOT be exchanged. Non-subscription tickets may be exchanged up to 24 hours before a performance for another seat to the same production free of charge. Non-subscriber tickets for missed performances may NOT be exchanged.

To exchange: Call the Box Office (408) 268-3777 or mail to: WVLOA, P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031. Exchanges received through the mail will be held for pick up at the Saratoga Civic Theater Box Office on the night of performance unless accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

All exchanges are subject to availability. Sorry, no ticket refunds.

HANDICAPPED SEATINGSpecial seating is available for differently-abled pa-trons. Please notify the ticket seller in advance when purchasing tickets, or ask the house manager for more information.

HEARING-IMPAIREDA hearing-impaired enhancement listening system has been installed in this theater for all WVLOA perfor-mances. Hearing-impaired patrons may obtain personal headsets with individual volume controls in the lobby refreshment area next to the Box Office.

LATE ARRIVALSCurtain times are prompt. As a courtesy to our audience and performers, late arrivals will be seated by an usher at an appropriate time and may not be seated in their exact seats until intermission.

REMINDERS• No smoking in the theater or lobby.• No cameras, video or audio-tape recorders are permit-

ted in the theater.• WVLOA is not responsible for theft or for loss of

personal property.• Food and beverages are permitted in the lobby only.• Family & guests wishing to greet performers are asked

to wait in the lobby.• Patrons are discouraged from bringing toddlers and

infants to any regular performance because they are potentially distracting to other patrons and perform-ers. Every person, regardless of age, must purchase a ticket.

• Schedules are subject to change.• As a courtesy to all patrons, please turn off all watch

alarms, paging devices, and cellular telephones upon entering the theater.

• Please note the nearest exit from your assigned seat. In the unlikely event of an emergency, please WALK to an exit.

• Doctors or parents wishing to leave an emergency number while attending a performance should refer callers, whenever possible, to the lobby telephone, (408) 868-1291, and leave their seat location with the paging service or babysitter.

• WVLO appreciates your help in accommodating patrons with sensitivity to strong perfumes and after-shaves. We request our patrons use a softer touch so as not to exacerbate allergies. Thank You..

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Grateful AcknowledgementsSouth Bay Musical Theatre, Foothill Music Theatre, Alice Ray,

Lynda Bloomquist, Jamie Willmes, Fred Hansson, Laura Hamai, Tim Campbell of Campbell Design and

Bruce McLeod of the Foothill College Drama Department

SYNOPSIS OF SCENES AND MUSICAL NUMBERSThe Setting: The Putnam County High School Gymnasium

Time: The PresentThe 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The CompanyThe Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Panch, Rona, SpellersRona’s Favorite Moment #1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RonaMy Friend The Dictionary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Olive, Rona, SpellersGoodbye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mitch, SpellersPandemonium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The CompanyI’m Not That Smart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leaf ConeybearMagic Foot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . William Barfee, CompanyPandemonium (Reprise) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mitch, The SpellersRona’s Favorite Moment #2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RonaPrayer Of The Comfort Counselor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mitch, SpellersChip’s Lament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chip TolentinoWoe Is Me . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Logainne, Carl Dad, Dan Dad, SpellersSpelling Montage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Panch, SpellersI’m Not That Smart (Reprise) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leaf ConeybearI Speak Six Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marcy Park, CompanyJesus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marcy, SpellersThe “Love You” Song . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Olive’s Mom, Olive, Olive’s DadWoe Is Me (Reprise) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Logainne, MitchRona’s Favorite Moment #3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RonaSecond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Barfee, Olive, Panch, Rona, CompanyFinale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CompanyThe 25th Annual Putman County Spelling Bee is presented without intermission.

Playing time is approximately one hour, forty five minutes—Meet the cast in the lobby after the performance—

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTThis production of “…Spelling Bee” is the same one that performed successfully on Broadway. It was enjoyed by many in the NY production as well as on the national tours across the country. It may include scenes and/or musical numbers which some may view as objectionable.

West Valley Light Opera AwardsThe following awards, chosen by the Staff, are presented to a member of each production who has made an outstanding contribution to the success of that production in the following areas. Listed are awards for the past few productions.

Captain’s Cape Award — Presented in memory of our late President, Captain R.P. Maurice to an outstanding member of the ensemble.

Earl Masuda — “Damn Yankees”Bill Centers — “Grease”

Courtney Carter and Robert Summers — “Cats”Matt Tipton — “My Fair Lady”

Valerie Valenzuela — “West Side Story”Andrea Brady and Frank Sherlock — “Sweet Charity”

The Del Tones Quartet (Sean Carson-Hull, Earl Masuda, Will Perez and Matt Tipton) —“Breaking’ Up Is Hard To Do”

Valerie Valenzuela — “White Christmas”Orchestra Award — Presented to an outstanding member of the orchestra.

Ande Jacobsen — “Damn Yankees”Greg Goebel — “Grease”Eric Wellington — “Cats”

Merrie Ann Turner and Mike Locke-Paddon — “My Fair Lady”Gail Selburn — “West Side Story”Ande Jacobson — “Sweet Charity”

No award presented — “Breakin’ Up…”Joe Kelly — “White Christmas”

Technical Award — Presented to an outstanding member of the stage crew in memory of our late Production Manager, Linda Wallitner.

Dawn Munizza — “Damn Yankees”David Lamcke — “Grease”

Dave Raiman — “Cats”Phil Jacke — “My Fair Lady”

Phil Jacke — “West Side Story”Connor Moore — “Sweet Charity”

No award presented — “Breakin Up…”Brian Toby — “White Christmas”

Jean Hutchins Award — Presented in memory of Jean Hutchins, our late ticket lady — the recipient is chosen annually by the Board of Directors.

2003–04 Season — Edmond Kwong2004–05 Season — Lester Dale2005–06 Season — Judy Pincus2006–07 Season — Sue Howell

2007–08 Season — Michael MacKenzie2008–09 Season — Sergio Vela Pena

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PRODUCTION STAFFProducer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kris DudleyPlay Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Doug BairdMusic and Vocal Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bob SunshineChoreographer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tracy Coad Assistant to the Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jill PeterTechnical Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed Hand Master Carpenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .William ShepardSet Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Stephen C. WathenLighting Designer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Glenn Muñoz Assistant/Programmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . David YoderLighting Board Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Matthew YaleySpotlight Operators . . .Sean Carson-Hull, Laura Hager and Hannah MichelbergSound Designer/Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dan SingletaryStage Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dawn Munizza Johnson Assistant Stage Managers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Earl Masuda and Frank SherlockStage Crew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mike McKenzieCostume Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Judy Pincus Assistant to the Costume Designer: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Don MasudaCostume Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Alice RayProperties and Set Decoration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kris Dudley and Ruth E. SteinSet Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Les Dale, Ed Hand, William Shepard,

Stephen Wathen and Cast Members Special Set Pieces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Les DaleHouse Managers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Judy Pincus and Kris DudleyAudition Assistants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Eileen Chavarria, Dawn Munizza Johnson,

Earl Masuda, Dave Raiman, Phil Jacke and Haley BartaRehearsal Pianists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bob Sunshine and Samuel CisnerosProgram, Lobby and Publicity Photo’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edmond KwongProgram and Publicity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marge HandReservations and Box Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed and Marge HandOpening Night Refreshments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June Milanes, Nancy Kwong,

Kris Dudley and Judy PincusLobby Design, Display and Company Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edmond KwongProgram Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diane HoxengPoster/Flier Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Edmond KwongPoster/Flier Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Computer Business ServicesProgram Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CyberPress

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West Valley Light Opera Association, Inc.A Non-Profit Organization

The object of this Association is to promote cultural activity in the area and to provide opportunities for anyone with dramatic aspirations to take part in theatrical productions under the guidance of experienced Play Directors. We sincerely hope you enjoy our musical comedy season. Should you wish to become a subscriber, just call our Box Office Voice Mail at (408) 268-3777 for information.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORSMr. Edward Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PresidentMrs. Elizabeth Dale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice PresidentMr. Jay Sternin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TreasurerMs. Kristine L. Dudley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MemberMrs. Nancy Kwong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MemberMr. Earl Masuda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member Mr. June Romeo Milanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MemberMr. Sergio Peña . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MemberMs. Judy Pincus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MemberMr. Stephen F. Von Till . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Counsel

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WHO’S WHO IN OUR CASTChristine Bagube (Marcy Park)—Christine makes her second appearance with WVLO, her first performance was as an ensemble member of “Aida” back in 2006. Most recently, she played Vibrata in “A Funny Thing….Forum” with 42nd Street Moon Theatre. A native San Josean, she received her BA in Dance with a minor in theatre from SJSU. She has performed, choreographed and taught dance all over the Bay Area. Her favorite roles include Gigi in “Miss Saigon” at Ohlone College; Connie in “A Chorus Line” with BBSC and Donna Marsala in the SF production of “Tony & Tina’s Wedding”. This is a special role for her because she is reunited with Director, Doug Baird, her kindergarten teacher! She extends her gratitude to her husband, Arturo, for all his love, support and encouragement.Shawn Bender (Vice Principal Douglas Panch)—Shawn returns to our stage for his second appearance, his first was in our last production of “White Christmas” in which he played Ralph Sheldrake. A graduate of the University of Utah with a BFA in Theater, he recently appeared as Charles Thomson in Napa Valley Theater’s production of “1776”. His favorite role is Billy Crocker in “Anything Goes”. He has an impressive list of credits that include directing, film and stage performances which he hopes to continue. Shawn says this show is therapy for his own childhood spelling bee horrors! Gina DiRado (Olive)—Gina makes her debut with WVLO, having just recently graduated from SCU with a BA in Music and a minor in Musical Theatre. Her credits include recipient of the University’s 2006 Concerto/Aria Award as well as the 2009 Award for Achievement in Opera performance. Her favorite roles include Cinderella in “Into The Woods”, Isabelle in “Scrooge”, Belle in “Beauty and the Beast”, Urleen in “Footloose” and a Step Sister in “Cinderella”. She thanks her family and her Nugget for their continued support and love.John Eubank (Chip)—John is another newcomer to WVLO and exclaims this is the best show he has or will ever do because it is so much fun. His theatrical credits include performances as Barnaby Tucker in “Hello, Dolly”; Tommy Djilas in “The Music Man” and one of the original cast members for the premiere production of “The Poptimists” at TOSPS. In his spare time, he works for HP Computers and offers his heartfelt thanks to his friends and family for their support. He extends special gratitude to his dear friend, Brittany Moniz, for being so awesome and amazing.Nes Fragoso (Mitch Mahoney, Dan Dad, Olive’s Dad)—This is Nes’s second on-stage performance, he was Del Delmonico in last season’s “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” and won an ERMA Award for Best Actor. He was also part of our “White Christmas” orchestra, playing one of the keyboards in the pit. He most recently appeared in SCP’s production of “Sweeney Todd” as Anthony (his favorite role to date), but has also credits with SBMT in “The Producers” and “Ragtime” as well as in Tabard Theatre productions of “Lady Be Good” and “The Poptimists”. By day, Nes is a barista at Starbuck’s and is planning to become a student in the Culinary department at WVC. His hobby is cooking or didn’t you guess?

Choir Boys. She learned her shopping chops from her late mother, Cele, and enjoys roaming through thrift and antique stores for costume pieces. Judy spends her days as a financial analyst in the IT Department at Stanford University, where she just celebrated her 25th anniversary! Congratulations, Judy, that’s a great milestone!

WHO’S WHO IN OUR ORCHESTRASamuel Cisneros (Keyboard)—Samuel is no stranger to WVLO, since we discovered his wonderful talents over two years ago; his most recent “keyboard” adventure was in last fall’s “White Christmas”. He is also the resident accompanist for the STOCtet concerts presented each Christmas and their Cabaret Concerts in June. Other theatrical productions have recognized his talents and put his artistry to the test as well; namely, SCP, ATC, and many others too numerous to mention. Marty McHan (Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Flute and Oboe)—This will be the 53rd orchestra that Marty has been part of in our WVLO pit since he started back in 1976 with “Sweethearts”. In “West Side Story”, he celebrated his 50th Golden Musical in our orchestra by playing Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Alto Sax, Tenor Sax, Oboe, English Horn, Flute and Piccolo—he needed a truck to transport them all each night! His most recent production was in the pit for SBMT’s “A Funny Thing…Forum”, but he has also played for SCP, SJCMT, PYT, TITM, El Camino Opera, and has been playing clarinet in the Winchester Orchestra for the last 10 years. Marty has also given his musical talents to several school productions in the Bay Area. He earned his MA in History and a BA in German and spent 36 years as a HS teacher in SCUSD, teaching German and History. His family includes his wife, MaryLouise, as well as a grown son and daughter and the highlight of his career was earning a Rockefeller Fellowship to study in Austria. The only hobby he has time for is baking cookies! What a loyal musician and supporter Marty is—a true musical treasure to Community Theater!!Bob Wylie (Percussion)—Bob has lived most of his life in the Bay Area and now lives in El Granada. He retired from Chevron in 1992 not long after returning from a nine-year loan assignment as a Systems Analyst to the Exploration and Producing Division of the Arabian American Oil Company (ARAMCO) in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Bob found that lots of his fellow ARAMCONs were actively involved in musical theater which rekindled his own interest in musical performance. He was lucky enough play “in the pit” for “Barnum” in Ras Tanura and in “Guys & Dolls” in Dhahran (two of his favorites).Upon returning home to the US and retiring from Chevron, Bob was introduced to the rich world of Bay Area community theater and has since played percussion for many productions on the SF Peninsula and in Silicon Valley. Bob most recently played percussion for WVLO’s “White Christmas” last fall.

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Helen Gruner (Logainne)—Another newcomer to WVLO, Helen grew up in LA in a family of loud-mouths (her words), which she later discovered that yelling on pitch produced an effect called singing. In 2007 Carnegie Mellon awarded her BFA for “yelling on pitch” (they called it Opera Performance). She has several theatrical credits in the Bay Area, including “Godspell” with SCP, as well as “Rent” and “Little Women, The Musical” with PAP, Other favorite productions were “Into The Woods”, ”Bat Boy, The Musical”, “The Mikado” and “Cabaret”. Helen currently works at Google as an analyst and in her free time is working on a Master’s Degree in Library Science. She’s very appreciative of her family’s love and support.Brian Miller (Leaf /Coneybear/Carl Dad)—Brian is another new face to our stage and is a student at FCC. A performer in the Bay Area for the past six years, he appeared in FMT’s production of “…Spelling Bee” last year in the ensemble and was the Understudy for Leaf. Brian most recently performed with SCP in “Godspell” and “Sweeney Todd”. Other theatrical credits include performances with PYT as Harold Hill in “The Music Man”, the Cat in “Honk!”, Jimmy Smith in “Thoroughly Modern Millie” and as Enjolras in “Les Miserables”. At Fremont HS, he played Nathan Detroit in “Guys & Dolls”. He’s thrilled to be working with such a talented cast and staff.Charles Woodson Parker (Barfee)—Charles makes his WVLO debut in this production since moving back to California after a short stay in NY and Boston. Locally, he appeared as Judas in SCP’s “Godspell”, and as City Him in “Gifts Of The Magi” for Tabard Theatre. He also has performed in various productions in the East Bay. Charles holds a BFA in Musical Theater from the Boston Conservatory and is excited to be spelling with such an amazing group of characters. He is also grateful to friends and family for supporting him in his theatrical endeavors.Christine Wait (Rona)—Christine actually makes her first appearance with WVLO, but her theatrical credits go back to the 1980’s which includes an 18-year hiatus. But Christy is back and we’re glad to have her. Through the years, she appeared in eleven SJCLO productions (now AMTSJ), winning seven Ginny Awards and performed on this stage with SBMT (then SDG) in “On The Twentieth Century”, “Boys From Syracuse” and “Hello, Dolly!”. Christy performed the roles of Bev and Jetta in SJ’s longest running show, “Angry Housewives” with SJ Stage Company and as Arlene in “Baby” with SCU’s summer stock. She has also been a featured soloist in many venues in both Northern and Southern California. She recently retired after 36 years as a speech and language pathologist in the MHUSD and from 22 years as a part-time instructor for USC, teaching continuing education courses for teachers. She’s thrilled to be “back on the boards” in this lively production.

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Christmas”. Previously, he had appeared in “My Fair Lady” and “Damn Yankees”. Other credits also included performances with SBMT. Earl retired last year after 37 years as a classroom teacher, earning his BA from SFSU and his Masters from USF. Earl is the newest member of the WVLO Board of Directors and can now use his “spare” time to assist on all the productions.

Frank Sherlock (Assistant Stage Manager)—Frank is a newcomer to this position, after having performed the role of Ezekiel in “White Christmas” (his very favorite role) because he wanted to learn more about the technical side of a musical production. He had previously appeared in “Sweet Charity” (his very first theatrical experience) and has come a long way! The Manager for an Industrial Testing Laboratory, Frank has two daughters and three grandsons that he likes to spoil. His hobbies include

backpacking, camping, theater and cooking and he is looking forward to learning more and performing more in the theater.

Michael Glenn Munoz (Lighting Designer)—This marks Michael’s 41st production with WVLO. He designed our lights for every musical last season and for the first one this season, “White Christmas”. His most recent lighting design was in this theater for SBMT’s “A Funny Thing…Forum” and he also has credits with CCMT, SCPL, Teatro Vision, Woodminster Amphitheater and LTSJ’s “1776” and “Camelot”. He was invited to design for VMT’s production of “Broadway Unplugged” with

the cast of “Wicked” and Friends at the Ford Amphitheater. SJSU is his Alma Mater where he earned his BA in Fine Arts with a minor in Dance.

Dan Singletary (Sound Designer)—Dan started out playing trombone in the orchestras for WVLO, SMBT, and SCP and quickly moved on to musically direct many productions, including, most recently SBMT’s production of “A Funny Thing….Forum” in addition to “The Producers” and “Chicago”. He also served as Music Director and Sound Designer for the award-winning SCP production of “Urinetown”. Dan has also created the sound design for several SBMT productions; namely

“Ain’t Misbehavin’”, “Hello, Dolly!” and “The Music Man”. A hardware engineer at Cisco Systems since 1999. Dan also enjoys piloting single-engine aircraft and is

currently an SBMT Board member.Judy Pincus (Costumer)—Judy has costumed over 20 shows and assisted other costumers on another 30 shows for WVLO through the years. She won WAVE magazine’s Small Theater Award for her outstanding costumes in “Mame” and was chosen as a judge for the National Costumers Association’s 2007 competition in Santa Clara. Her most recent costumes were for “Plaid Tidings”, which included dressing four (real) Plaids and ten (fake) Rockettes and

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Christine Bagube Shawn Bender Gina DiRado John Eubank

Nes Fragoso Helen Gruner Brian Miller Charles Woodson

Christine Wait

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Tracy Coad (Choreograher)—Tracy makes her debut on our staff in this position, but she has appeared twice on this stage with WVLO—first as Alice, one of the brides in “Seven Brides…Brothers” and again as Frenchy in “Grease”. Her most recent terpsichorean tasks were for SCP’s “Annie” and “Sweeney Todd”. She was also the Assistant Choreographer for “Anything Goes” at FMT and SBMT’s production of “Hello, Dolly!” When she isn’t yelling “5-6-7-8”, you can find her creating dance routines on her

lunch break at Waddell & Reed, where she works as an Administrative Assistant. She’s grateful to her parents for enrolling her in all those dance lessons!!

Stephen C. Wathen (Production Designer/Scenic Artist)—Stephen’s designs for WVLO productions now number 63 with this production; regulars will remember his beautiful snow scenes in Vermont in our last musical, “White Christmas”, as well as his stunning scenes from “Cats”, “Aida”, “Flower Drum Song”, “Seven Brides…Brothers”, “Honk!” just to mention a few of the most memorable. His scenic designs have also been seen in productions at SBMT, ATC and Ohlone College. His impressive

career spans over 400 stage productions, 25 movies and a few hundred TV shows. He is one of the animators of the Gumby TV series and wrote the script and designed the sets for his original productions of “Dracula” and “The Three Musketeers” presented by Ohlone College. He has also designed special effects for George Lucas Films and other movie and video productions. We love it when Stephen makes time to share his talents with our audiences. We’ve never been disappointed!

Dawn Munizza Johnson (Stage Manager)—This marks Dawn’s 10th production with WVLO “behind the scenes”, but her most recent performance was on the stage of “White Christmas” last fall. Previously she had appeared as Mrs. Sowerberry in “Oliver” (her favorite role), and in the ensembles for “Joseph…Dreamcoat”, “Once Upon A Mattress”, and “Wonderful Town” as well as the Queen of Transylvania in “My Fair Lady”. She has served as SM, ASM, spotlight operator, etc. for the other musicals

and also lists credits with ATC and SCP. Dawn is a flight attendant for Delta Airlines and works part-time as the Manager of the Mammography Department at Regional Medical Center of SJ. She is very proud of the special awards she has earned with

WVLO; namely the ERMA Award for Outstanding Service for 2006-2007, the Tech Vest for “Mame” and the Captain’s Cape for “Wonderful Town”.Earl Masuda (Assistant Stage Manager)—This will be Earl’s debut in this staff position but he has some very impressive performing credits; namely, as a member of the Del Tones Quartet in “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do”, for which he won an ERMA Award and returned to be an ensemble member in “White

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WHO’S WHO ON OUR STAFFKris Dudley (Producer)—Kris first become involved with WVLO in 1989 and has been an integral part of our Association ever since. She has worn many different hats, i.e., dresser, stage crew, props mistress, light board operator, SM and House Manager, as well as Producer and Board member, joining the Board in 2000. Her favorite production to date is “Forever Plaid” for which she received the ERMA Award for Best Show in 2003. Other productions to her credit include the most recent, “Breaking Up Is

Hard To Do”, “Plaid Tidings” and Damn Yankees.” She works as an Administrative Assistant for the CTO of Maxim Integrated Products and loves her World Champion San Francisco Giants!!!

Doug Baird (Director)—Returning to our WVLO staff for his third production as Director, Doug has appeared on our stage in eight other productions—many earning him ERMA awards for his performances since 1977. He directed “Mame” in 2006 and “My Fair Lady” in 2009. His most recent performance was as Herr Schultz in Cabrillo Stage’s production of “Cabaret”. His directorial credits also include productions with AMTSJ, FMT, CMTSJ, TheatreWorks, and Tabard Theatre. This marks his 91st

show with groups in the Bay Area. Doug, now a retired kindergarten teacher, earned his BA in Music Education at FSU and was thrilled to learn that Christine Bagube (playing Marcy Park) was a former student. The highlight of his illustrious career has been sharing the stage with so many notables, mainly, Marni Nixon, JoAnne Worley, Tyne Daly, Lainie Kazan, Harvey Evans, Jane Connell and Melba Moore, to name just a few. His goal is to enjoy retirement and lots of theatre in the future.

Jill Peter (Assistant to the Director)—Jill returns to repeat her position in assisting Doug for this production. She was also his assistant for “My Fair Lady”! She has also worked with AMTSJ. SBMT and SCP “off stage”. Jill earned her BA from FSU and her MA from SJSU and is also a retired teacher. A native San Franciscan, she likes reading, traveling and cooking.Bob Sunshine (Music/Vocal Director)—Returning to this staff position for his third production, Bob’s other shows were “Breaking Up Is Hard To Do” last season and “Plaid Tidings” in 2008. However, he has been playing piano/keyboard in our “pit” for many other musicals. His extensive list of credits include productions with PSP, Hillbarn, BBSC, ATC, SCP, STOC, PAP,TITM, SBMT, BBB , City Lights, TOSPS, StageLight Productions, CMTSJ, Tabard Theatre, and many Middle & High Schools in the Bay Area. Bob’s hobbies include chamber music, bridge, bar-hopping and parties, not necessarily in that order!!