Valley Catholic Theatre Department presents

Disney’s

The Little Mermaid

Music byAlan Menken

Lyrics byHoward Ashman & Glenn Slater

Book byDoug WrightBased on the

Hans Christian Anderson story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker

and written and directed byJohn Musker & Ron Clements.

Originally produced by

Disney Theatrical Productions

Streaming Dates: May 13-15 at 7pm

May 16 at 2pm

Go to www.valleycatholic.org For ticket links and information

Disney’s The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

The Little Mermaid is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre

International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Welcome to our production of

The Little

Mermaid

Act 1

Act 2

The World Above

Fathoms Below

Daughters of Triton

If Only (Triton’s Lament)

Daddy’s Little Angel

Part of Your World

The Storm

She’s in Love

Her Voice

Under the Sea

If Only (Ariel’s Lament)

Sweet Child

Poor Unfortunate Souls

Positoovity

Positaggity

Beyond My Wildest Dreams

Les Poissons

Les Poissons (Reprise)

One Step Closer

Daddy’s Little Angel (Reprise)

Kiss the Girl

If Only (Quartet)

The Contest

Poor Unfortunate Souls (Reprise)

Finale

Prince EricSailor, sea creature, gull, chef

Windward, sailor, sea creature, gull, chef

Atina, sailor, sea creature, princess, gull

Pilot, Jetsam, sea creature, gull, Eric/Triton U/S

Leeward, sailor, sea creature, gull, maid, chef

Andrina, sailor, sea creature, maid, gull, princess, Flounder U/S

Flotsam, sailor, sea creature, gull, chef, Scuttle U/SUrsula, gull

Grimsby, Allana, sea creature, gullAriel

Chef Louis, Aquata, sea creature, gull, princess, Ariel U/S

Sebastian, Ursula U/SKing Triton, sea creature

Adella, sea creature, gull, maid, princess

Scuttle, sailorFlounder, gull, sea creature,

princess, chefSailor, sea creature, gull, chef

Arista, sailor, sea creature, gull, maid, princess, Sebastian U/S

Gavin BacaNikita ChincholkarKylie Cormack

Morgane DiPaola

Dylan Gentry

Ceona Kloepping

Riya Mathew

Cameron Presnell

Monse QuesadaAbby RohrerLili RosebrookKate Ruffer

Maggie TraboshAidan TrueworthyJada Utberg

Lindsey VuylstekeAllison Waters

Katie WatersAnnie Zachritz

Starring

DirectorMusical DirectorsChoreographerAsst. ChoreographerTechnical DirectorLight DesignerScenic DesignersProp Designers ProjectionsCostumers

Stage ManagersSound Board OperatorLight Board OperatorProjections OperatorPropmasterRunning Crew

Videographer and EditorVideographerHeadshot PhotographyArtwork Program Design and Headshot BoardSet Construction

Production CrewGinnie Paterson

Riya Mathew ’23, Lyndsey Vuylsteke ’23Brittney Clark

Amanda Rocha ’21Bradford JohnsonBradford Johnson

Matt & Tracey CurfmanJennifer Gatke, Jeannie Waters

Matt & Tracey CurfmanGinnie Paterson, Kristine Arbaugh,

Jeannie WatersAmanda Rocha ’21, Joe Moore ’21

Darius Niermann ’21Kaylee Arbaugh ’24

Patricia Ostrowski ’21Jhanvi Venkitesh ’24

Karinne Aiello ’23, Felipe Sepulveda ’23, Kai Cruz’ 23Dean WatersBuddy Terry

Ginnie PatersonRiya Mathew ’23Heather Gentry

Matt & Tracey Curfman, Jennah Curfman,Jason & Laura Baca, Ty Trabosh, Mike Cormack,

Reen Presnell, Jonathan Paterson, Bradford Johnson, Jen Gatke, John Matkovich, cast & crew of The Little Mermaid

Many Special Thanks to:Doug Ierardi, Krista Gram, Melissa McMillan and the staff of Valley Catholic School

The Sisters of St. Mary of OregonDan Polidori

Stacy Kean, Buddy Terry, Lizette SantiagoJonny Paterson

Jen RaynakMatt, Tracey, Josh and Jenna Curfman

Joe BernardTodd Crist & Joshua Mitchell, Beaverton Foursquare Church

The Majestic Theatre, CorvallisJennifer Gatke; Ryan Hendricks

Demetri Pavlatos and Shannon More, St. Mary’s Academy Thyra Hartshorn, Portland Playhouse

VCS Fine Arts faculty: Ginnie Paterson; Travis Hatton; Dan Schauffler; Jenn Deal

Director’s NotesWe end every rehearsal at Valley Catholic with a “What’s Good” circle. Each person has to mention one thing-- anything-- that is good from their day. Each cast and crew member has the spotlight for a moment to share and bask in something that brought them joy, peace, comfort, delight, or even satisfied hunger during the day. I don’t need to tell you we’ve lost a lot over the past 14 months. Instead, I’m going to list “what’s good” about our production of The Little Mermaid this year.

1. We are back in person, on stage. I didn’t think we’d get there this year. But thanks to the support of our community and the Valley Catholic administration, and particularly the Sisters of Saint Mary of Oregon, we get to do this show together, in our theatre.

2. The cast and crew!! This dedicated group of young people has inspired me in ways that I have not been able to feel in over a year. Their passion, compassion, joy in life, and generosity are all qualities that you can’t perceive over Zoom. They have worked so hard on this production, giving it their all--because they know what it’s like to lose the opportunity. No one involved in this show has taken this experience for granted. 

3. The families of our cast and crew. They have volunteered their Saturdays, and sometimes dozens of hours more, to help the show come together. Despite masks, distancing, screening, and various other challenges, they stepped up, just like they always do. From the parents who worked on the set, to Kristine Arbaugh and Jeannie Waters for building most of the beautiful costumes you see in the show, to Heather Gentry who has designed this program, to Dean Waters whose videography makes our streaming experience possible... I am eternally grateful to each and every one of you. You do so much for your kids and our community. You are GOOD.

4. Technology. We are only able to do our show because of the ability to stream it to a virtual audience. This creates a unique experience in a couple of ways, both of which are good! First, our audience is from all over the world! As we learned with the Zoom play in November, cast members’ families from several states and even internationally are able to watch the show. Second, our cast and crew will be able to watch their performances at the same time that audiences do. They’ll be able to enjoy the show with their families, and with each other.

5. Our fabulous production team!! Without this dedicated crew of adults (who are not parents of cast or crew), none of this would be possible. Matt & Tracey Curfman, with the help of their kids, VC alumni Josh and Jennah, have created an innovative scenic design which incorporated imagination, beauty, and space, and technology. Jen Gatke created some beautiful custom props that we get to play with. Brittney Clark brought her wonderfully energetic choreography back to us again, even teaching most of the cast to tap dance! Bradford Johnson created a beautiful light design, and always manages to bring some magic to our stage. You are GOOD!

So, as you can see, as much as I could list a litany of things we’ve lost this year, it’s easy to focus on the good, the things we’ve gained, because they are so plentiful. We are blessed with our community, blessed to be able to perform this delightful show, and blessed to have the experience of theatre-- in whatever form-- again. Thank you for watching, and for being part of our world.

Karinne Aiello (Running Crew)Karinne is a sophomore. Previously at VCS: Karinne was a woodland fairy in Midsummer Night’s Dream and ensemble in Shrek and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Other Roles: Karinne played Athena in a play about Greek mythology and Mr. Body in No Body to Murder. “What do you think? Look like the work of Little Green Men?”

Gavin Baca (Prince Eric)Gavin is a junior. Previously at VCS: Gavin was Yuck in May the Farce be with You, Baby Bear in Shrek, Fairy in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Benjamin in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, and Thomas in Once Upon a Zoom. “Good thing I don’t have to tap dance!”

Gavin,We're so proud to be part of your world. Love, Mom & Dad

Kaylee Arbaugh (Light Operator)Kaylee is a freshman. This is Kaylee’s first year and first in-person show at VCS; although, not her first show overall. “I am excited to be here.” Other shows include: Law and Order: Fairy Tale Unit (HTCS), Tarzan (HTCS), T'was The Opening Night Before Christmas (HTCS), Children of Eden (HTCS), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (YPTP), Habitat (HTCS), Stone Soup (LTC), and Once Upon a Zoom & If They Could Talk (VCS).

Nikita Chincholkar (sailor, sea creature, gull, chef)Nikita is an 8th grader at VCMS. Previously at VCS Nikita played ensemble in Shrek the Musical. Other roles: At Journey theater and Sunset Musical camps, Nikita played Birdie in Are You My Mother, and ensemble in Aladdin and The Wonderful World of Walt.“I hope you enjoy the show!”

Lindsey,Congratulations on

another great show!  We love watching you shine your bright light

today and every day.  Enjoy the journey and we will always be here

cheering for you!

Love, Mom and Dad

Katie,

We are so proud of you!  Congratulations on your

first show at Valley!

Love, Mom and Dad

Kylie Cormack (Windward, sailor, sea creature, gull, chef)Kylie is a sophomore. Previously at VCS: Kylie was a villager in Shrek the Musical, a fairy in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and an ensemble member in Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat. "I think I was supposed to be a goose. I think, like, in Heaven they built, like, three quarters of a goose and then they forgot to flip the final switch, and they just sent me out."

Dylan Gentry (Pilot, Jetsam, sea creature, gull, Eric/Triton U/S)Dylan is a sophomore. Previously at VCS: Dylan was Flute in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Simeon in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Knife in If They Could Talk, and Robin in Once Upon A Zoom. Other Roles: Dylan attended St. Cecilia and played Kai in The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever.“This performance was incredibly fun to work on and I hope you like it!”

Darius Niermann (Sound Board Operator)Darius is a senior. Previously played the Big Bad Wolf during Shrek: The Musical, also played Lysander during A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and worked on sound during Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. “I may be deaf but at least I can see when my crew mates are yelling at me.”

Kai Cruz (Running Crew)Kai is a sophomore. This is Kai’s first play at Valley. “I am a huge fan of Disney and have enjoyed being a part of this amazing production. Hope you enjoy the show!”

Morgane DiPaola (Atina, sailor, sea creature, gull, princess)Morgane is a senior. This is Morgane's first play at Valley. She was the narrator for several of her elementary school productions, and she played Sacagawea in The Adventures of Lewis & Clark. "Now I can say I'm a mermaid and not be lying!"

Ceona Kloepping (Leeward, sailor, sea creature, gull, maid, chef)Ceona is a freshman. This is Ceona’s first play at Valley! Other Roles: Ceona attended St. Francis of Assisi in Roy. Ceona was Jane (a girl version of John) in Peter Pan. She is in Drama class at Valley Catholic and did a theatre camp at Jessey Mays Hall. Ceona is freshman class president. “Keep on dancing.”

Riya Mathew (Andına, sailor, sea creature, maid, gull, princess, Flounder U/S)Riya is a sophomore. Previously at VCS: Riya was Spoon/Maid Marion in If They Could Talk/Once Upon a Zoom, Naphtali in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Mustardseed in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and Young Fiona in Shrek The Musical. “People say nothing is impossible, but I do nothing everyday.” — Winnie the Pooh

Joe Moore (Stage Manager)Joe is a senior. Previously at VCS Joe was Stage Manager for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, If They Could Talk and Once Upon a Zoom. He was Assistant Stage Manager for A Midsummer Night’s Dream. “Thanks for the memories!”

Morgane-of-the-sea

You're a natural mermaid, and even drew one beautifully. Now you are portraying one on stage! 

We are so proud of you for extending yourself and joining this

production.

Break a tail, lovely Atina - Love Mom & Dad

Amanda Rocha (Stage Manager)Amanda is a senior. Previously at VCS: Amanda was Assistant Stage Manager for Pirates of Penzance and Shrek and co-Stage Manager for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and the virtual plays in November 2020."Thank you for five incredible performances! Enjoy The Little Mermaid, Everyone!”

Cameron Presnell (Flotsam, sailor, sea creature, gull, chef, Scuttle U/S)Cameron is a freshman. Previously at VCS: Cam was ensemble in Much Ado About Nothing, Pirates of Penzance, May the Farce Be With You, Shrek the Musical, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. And Spork in If They Could Talk and Ella in Once Upon A Zoom. “I hope y'all enjoy and stay safe!”

Patricia Ostrowski (Projections Operator)Patricia is a senior. Previously at VCS: Patricia was Light Board Operator for Much Ado About Nothing, The Pirates of Penzance, and May The Farce Be With You. She also was an Assistant Stage Manager for Shrek The Musical and Stage Manager for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Before attending VC she performed and helped with various middle school productions. “I hope you enjoy the show!”

Monse Quesada (Ursula, gull)Monse is a senior. Previously at VCS: Monse was Conrad in Much Ado About Nothing, Pirate in Pirates of Penzance, H2O Girl in May The Farce Be With You, Wicked Witch in Shrek, Taylor in If They Could Talk, and Evil Queen in Once Upon A Zoom. Other roles: Monse attended Holy Trinity and played Bird Girl in Seussical the Musical, Jr., Woodstock in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, a Pirate in Pirates of Penzance Jr., Peggy in Angel in a Ball Cap, and Timon in The Lion King. “NEVER underestimate the importance of body language!”

Abby Rohrer (Grimsby, Allana, sea creature, gull)Abby is a senior. Previously at VCS: Abby was a part of ensemble and a Duloc dancer in Shrek, a police officer in Pirates of Penzance, and ensemble in High School Musical. Abby also played in various summer plays through Westview. “So grateful for this cast and crew. Thank you all for making my senior performance so much fun!!”

Lili Rosebrook (Ariel)Lili is a senior. Lili was the Elf and ensemble member in Shrek the Musical.Other Roles: Lili attended Central Catholic and was a soloist in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. At St. John Fisher Middle School she was Gabriella in High School Musical, The Musical, Kira in Xanadu, and ensemble member in Godspell. “Thanks to everyone who made my last show a great one!”

Kate Ruffer (Chef Louis, Aquata, sea creature, gull, princess, Ariel U/S)Kate is a junior. This is Kate’s first show at Valley. Other Roles: Kate previously attended Sunset High School, and played Janie in It’s a Wonderful Life, an ensemble member in The Music Man, the sexton in Much Ado About Nothing, a big kid in Matilda, Leanne in Puffs, and Jacob Marley in A Christmas Carol. “It’s been such a fun ride! I’m so grateful to get to perform again, and with such an amazing community, too!”Felipe Sepulveda (Running Crew)Felipe is a sophomore. This is his first production at Valley. Previously at Stoller, he worked on tech crew and participated in The Princess and the Pea. “I am enjoying this experience very much."

We’ve watched from afar as you’ve been an athlete, a police officer, a sidekick,

a brownie, a Shakespearean

muse and a story teller. It’s been an

amazing journey.

We couldn’t be prouder!!

Congratulations Margaret.

We love you!Dad Mom

and Charlie

Way to Go Porkchop

Maggie Trabosh (Sebastian, Ursula U/S)Maggie is a senior. Previously at VCS Maggie was Narrator in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Donkey in Shrek The Musical, Helena in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Lt. Bullhorn in May the Farce Be With You, police officer in Pirates of Penzance and Antonia in Much Ado About Nothing. “I love you mom and dad. Thank you for supporting me!”

Lindsey Vuylsteke (Scuttle, sailor)Lindsey is a sophomore. Previously at VCS Lindsey was Levi in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Miriam/Fork in Once Upon a Zoom/If They Could Talk. Outside of Valley, Lindsey has played Mrs. Squires in The Music Man, Emily in Elf Jr., Mother Swan in Honk! Jr., and a part of the Ensemble in James and the Giant Peach Jr. She would like to give a hearty and thankful SQUAWK! to Mrs. Paterson for making this show happen.

Annie Zachritz (Arista, sailor, sea creature, gull, maid, princess, Sebastian U/S)Annie is a junior. Previously at VCS: Annie was Grumpy in Shrek the Musical, a fairy in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and Zebulun in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. “Ariel’s not the only Pisces in the show!” 

Aidan Trueworthy (King Triton, sea creature)Aidan is a junior. Aidan Trueworthy started acting at Holy Trinity, and starred as Tim in Angel in a Ballcap, Pumba in The Lion King and Detective H.D. in Law and Order: Fairy Tale Unit, and Professor Porter in Tarzan the Musical. Since attending Valley Catholic High School he has previously participated in four productions, starring as a robot in May the Farce Be With You, Papa Bear in Shrek the Musical, Theseus in A Midsummer Night’s Dream and as Potiphar in Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

Jada Utberg (Adella, sea creature, gull, maid, princess)Jada is a freshman. This is Jada’s first stage performance. She has previous experience in some single scene performances such as The Red House Monster and improv.“I enjoyed learning so much about the theater and had a great experience.”

Allison Waters (Flounder, gull, sea creature, chef)Allison is a senior. Previously at VCS: Allison played Mittens in If They Could Talk, Cinderella in Once Upon a Zoom, Keexie Lisp in May the Farce Be With You, Ugly Duckling/Blind Mice/Duloc Dancer in Shrek, Verges in Much Ado About Nothing, a policeman in The Pirates of Penzance, H.G. Wells/Mr. Willows/Tarzan in The Secret Case of Sherlock Holmes, and a cheerleader in High School Musical.Other Roles: At Jesuit Second Stage Summer Camp, Allison played Jasmine in Aladdin Jr., and Augustus Gloop in Willy Wonka Jr.

Katie Waters (sailor, sea creature, gull, chef)Katie is an 8th grader at VCMS. She has attended various theatre, music, and dance camps in the past. This is her first show! “I hope you enjoy the show!”

Jhanvi Venkitesh (Propmaster)Jhanvi is a freshman. This is her first performance with Valley. She was excited to get involved in this show and she loves Netflix. When she told her dad she was going to work on tech crew, he texted her, “Make sure to learn the wiring so you can fix the speakers at home.”

Annie, you're amazing, and we love you!

Mom & Dad

Joe... We are all so proud of you

buddy! Hard to believe your time at Valley is coming to an

end.  We are so excited to see what you do next!

Love Mom, Don, Hayden and Violet 

Congratulations Dylan on another

great show! We love to watch

you having so much fun.

Love,Your Family

Monse we are so proud of you and the woman you have become. We know you'll reach all your dreams and are very proud to see you always be true to yourself. Follow your heart, your passion

and thank God every day of your life.Enjoy your last high school show and break a leg!

We love you!Mom, Dad and Fabi

SeniorsTo Allison, Maggie, Abby, Monse, Amanda, Joe, Patricia,

Darius, Lili, and Morgane, Words cannot express how proud I am of each and every one of you, and how lucky I have been to be your teacher and director. Over the past four years, and this year particularly, I have seen you grow into self-possessed and kind young people, generous of spirit and talent. During a year when you’ve had so much taken from you, I’ve seen you hone your skills and

talents, find the good in people, and re-discover your passion for theatre. I will always remember your Tarzan, your East High cheerleaders, your pirates and bumbling police officers (Squad!), your fairy tale creatures

(even on Zoom!), Duloc dancers, your heartwarming Donkey and rock star Narrator, your Shakespeare tour-de-force performances in Much Ado and Midsummer, the drama class shenanigans this year and last year, and the tech SUPERHEROES (or Supervillians, whichever fits) that Joe, Amanda, Patricia, and Darius have become. Big shoes to fill! I will miss you all, but now, you become part of the legacy that is VC Drama. Get ready to write

those letters! I will miss you all. Love, Ms. Sutfin / Mrs. Paterson / General Ginnie / Ms. Darbus

Allison,

We are so proud of you! Congratulations on your eighth

and final show at Valley! 

Love, Mom and Dad

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