Theatre Company
2023 Spring Production - Xanadu
Summary:
Xanadu follows the journey of a magical and beautiful Greek muse, Kira, who descends from the heavens of Mount Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980 on a quest to inspire a struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of all time - the first ROLLER DISCO! (Hey, it's 1980) But, when Kira falls into forbidden love with the mortal Sonny, her jealous sisters take advantage of the situation, and chaos abounds.
Show Dates | |
March 23 at 7:15 pm | March 30 at 7:15 pm |
March 24 at 7:15 pm | March 31 at 7:15 pm |
March 25 at 7:15 pm | April 1 at 7:15 pm |
March 26 at 2 pm |
Box Office Information
Tickets for all seven showings of Xanadu are $15 for adults and $10 for students (with a valid ID) and seniors
Advance ticket sales are available through the school's GoFan.co account.
Ms. Meredith Barnidge
Director of Theatre Arts, VAPA Department Chair
Phone Number: (925) 288-8143
barnidgem@dlshs.org
Mr. Kyle Nash
Technical Theatre Director
Phone Number: (925) 288-8100 ext. 7004
nashk@dlshs.org
Theatre Company Production Archives
- Fall 2022 - R & J & Z
- Fall 2022 - Black Box Production of Godspell Jr.
- Spring 2022 - Heathers the Musical: The High School Edition
- Fall 2021 - Puffs
- 2021 Fall - Into the Woods Junior
- 2021 Spring Performance - 1984 ( Theatrical Study)
- 2020 Fall Production - 12 Angry Jurors
- 2020 Spring Production - Guys and Dolls
- 2019 Fall Production - She Kills Monsters
- 2019 Spring Play: Pygmalion
- 2018 Fall Musical: Dogfight
- 2018 Spring Musical: Little Shop of Horrors
- 2017 Fall Production - The Outsiders
- Company production history
Fall 2022 - R & J & Z
2022 Fall Production - R & J & Z
by Melody Bates
Summary: R & J & Z (Romeo & Juliet & ZOMBIES) haunted the stage at De La Salle from October 27 - Nov 5, 2022. The famous lovers navigated a world in which death is not necessarily the end.
What if Romeo and Juliet got a second chance? R & J & Z begins with Act V of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet and keeps going, as the famous lovers navigate a world in which death isn't necessarily the end. Set against the historical backdrop of Verona's plague, Melody Bates’ new-verse play throws old and new characters together over the course of an apocalyptic and action-packed 24 hours. Equally inspired by Shakespeare and modern zombie films, R & J & Z pushes the boundaries of theatrical humor and horror.
Character Descriptions
CHARACTER |
DESCRIPTION |
First Searcher |
A Veronese Official charged with examining all dead bodies to determine whether or not they died of the plague. Also part of a secret ancient order with a deeper purpose. A formidable fighter. Not entirely trustworthy. |
The Horde |
Undead revenants in thrall to the Apothecary: Juliete's nurse, Benvolio, Sampson, Peter, Prince, Paris, Boy, Page, Lady and Lord Capulet, Montague, Balthasar, Rosaline, Friar John |
Romeo |
A young nobleman of Verona who is in love with and recently married to Juliete. |
Paris |
A nobleman of Verona engaged to Juliete. |
Second Searcher |
A Veronese Official charged with examining all dead bodies to determine whether or not they died of the plague. Also part of a secret ancient order with a deeper purpose. A formidable fighter. More trustworthy than the First. |
Lady Capulet |
Juliete’s Mother |
Friar Lawrence |
A Priest in Verona.Chief confidant of Romeo and Juliette. Highly versed in natural-derived medicines, drugs and occult lore |
Prince Escalus |
Prince of Verona. Dies early. |
Lord Montague |
Romeo’s father |
Nurse |
Juliete’s Nurse |
Rosaline |
Former crush of Romeo’s |
Apothecary |
Former Student of Friar Lawrence. Evil mastermind. Has a shop in Mantua. |
Tybalt |
Juliete’s cousin. Deceased at the start of the play. |
Friar John |
A Priest of Father Lawrence’s order |
Lord Capulet |
Juliete’s father |
Juliete |
A young noblewoman of Verona who is in love with and recently married to Romeo. |
Balthasar |
A young man of Verona who is friends with and employed by Romeo. |
Paris's Page |
Young page who frightens easily |
Mercutio |
Romeo’s best friend. A wild child. Deceased at the start of the play. |
Boy |
An orphan in service to the Apothecary. |
Benvolio |
Nephew to Montague, and friend to Romeo |
Sampson |
Servant to Capulet |
Peter |
Servant to Juliete’s Nurse |
Fall 2022 - Black Box Production of Godspell Jr.
Black Box Production - Godspell Jr
Show Summary:
A group of disciples helps Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques, and a hefty dose of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, are employed as the story of Jesus' life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus' messages of kindness, tolerance, and love come vibrantly to life.
Rehearsal Schedule:
- August 1-6 - Rehearsals for Godspell Jr (times vary - afternoon to evening)
- August 8-11 - Technical Rehearsals for Godspell Jr: (3-7 p.m.)
- August 12-13 - Theater “Black Box” Production. Godspel Jr Jr at 7:00 p.m.
For more information, click this link and open the Theatre / Broadcast summer camp page
Spring 2022 - Heathers the Musical: The High School Edition
Spring 2022 - Heathers
***Please note that this play is rated PG-13, viewer discretion is advised***
SUMMARY:
From the Concord Theatricals: Based on the classic 1989 film, Westerberg High is ruled by a shoulder-padded, scrunchie-wearing junta: Heather, Heather and Heather, the hottest and cruelest girls in all of Ohio. But misfit Veronica Sawyer rejects their evil regime for a new boyfriend, the dark and sexy stranger J.D., who plans to put the Heathers in their place - six feet under.
From DLS Theatre Company: Although the teen version removes most of the hot-button material like four letter words, references to adolescent smoking, drinking and fooling around, what is left is teens trying to be cruel to each other, trying to hurt each other, or trying to be kind to each other. Watching 15 - 18 year olds performing on the stage will create both an exciting and scary reality. A veil or insulation will be removed while watching people perform the actual truth of the show. It will be more intense to experience body-shaming, talk of suicide, and bullying out of the mouths of those we try to protect. Our purpose in highlighting these issues is to encourage dialogue among students and our community. During this production, the Theatre Company will be partnering with DLS’s Student Support Services and outside mental health advocates to support our community in grappling with these tough issues. This is a continuation of work we’ve been doing in these areas already.
Show Information
Heathers Cast List
Show Dates
***Please note that this play is rated PG-13, viewer discretion is advised***
Opening Weekend | Closing Weekend |
March 30 - Alumni Preview March 31 at 7 p.m. (Opening Night) April 1 at 7 p.m. April 2 at 7 p.m. April 3 at 2 p.m. (cancelled) |
April 7 at 7 p.m. |
***Please note that this play is rated PG-13, viewer discretion is advised***
Fall 2021 - Puffs
Fall 2021 - PUFFS
"Puffs" was used to raise awareness to the needs of those without homes and/or basic needs. Company accepted donations of NEW socks for St. Anthony’s in San Francisco.
SUMMARY: For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs, who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world, Puffs: or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic is the Off-Broadway comedy by Matt Cox that follows a group of well-meaning magical misfits during the times of that certain boy wizard. Discover the hilarious and untold story of the “losers” who embrace being badgers and strive to be “third or nothing!”
SCHEDULE
Rehearsals began the week of August 23rd and are held every Monday (3:15 - 5:30), Tuesday (3:00 - 5:00) and Thursday (3:00 - 5:00). Some Wednesdays will be reserved for Leads (TBA).
Tech Rehearsals
Technical Rehearsals Run Monday, October 25 to Wednesday, November 3 from 3:00 - 7:30 PM.
Shows Dates
November 4th (varsity) at 7 p.m.
November 6th (varsity) at 2 p.m.
November 6th (JV) at 7 p.m.
November 7th (JV) at 2 p.m.
November 11th (varsity) at 7 p.m.
November 12th (JV) at 4 p.m.
November 13th (varsity) at 7 p.m.
November 14th (JV) at 6:30 p.m.
What is the Save the House Elf Sock Drive?
St. Anthony’s Foundation is a non-profit organization centered in San Francisco’s Tenderloin district that provides services to homeless and low-income residents, recent immigrants, recent parolees, veterans, seniors, families with children, the working poor, and the mentally and addictively ill. Founded by a Franciscan friar, they provide clothing, food, medical help, rehabilitation, technological education and access, and social resources. Their clothing program distributes 350,000 articles of clothing to 10,000 San Franciscans per year through a store-like environment where clean and new or gently used clothing is provided free of charge to those in need.
Socks are particularly essential in keeping impoverished people protected from conditions like foot infections and blisters that can lead to more severe health issues. The wet feet, ill-fitting shoes, constant standing, and foot infections that many of those in the homeless population experience can lead to severe health issues without proper care. Since houseless and low-income people rarely have reliable access to washing machines or durable, affordable clothing, St. Anthony’s provides a crucial service in supplying fresh pairs of socks that are especially necessary in keeping unhoused people’s feet clean and dry during the winter months.
Potterheads of CHS and DLS/CHS Company are working together to collect as many new socks as possible to donate to St. Anthony’s. Collection bins will be located in the theatre foyer before and after performances. This sock drive is being lead by student Branna Sundy.
Puffs Cast List
2021 Fall - Into the Woods Junior
Fall 2021 - Black Box Version of Into the Woods
This production will be designed, blocked and constructed in under two weeks– go for it. Actors will arrive Aug 2 - fully memorized and the cast and crew will stage the entire show that day. Company, which will add set and tech elements during the next meetings, has never done anything quite like this – Black Box Style – before.
Audiences can expect minimal set design and are called upon to fully engage their imagination. Because there was no singing last year, the De La Salle/Carondelet Theatre Company added this production to allow our vocal artists to maximize their talents and give their best effort to each other and to the community.
2021 Spring Performance - 1984 ( Theatrical Study)
Spring 2021 Class Performance - 1984 (Theatrical Study)
Summary
Winston Smith, living under the totalitarian rule of the Party, has the idea of writing a diary. It is a crime punishable by death and there is no way of knowing if he is being watched. He imagines two futures—in one, a future readership in a free society think of him as a hero; in the other he is caught, executed and forgotten. Perhaps both things are true.
So ask yourself, what are the real consequences of freedom in a trapped world? Is it worth it?
Performance Information
- Venue outside under the tent on the Quad
- Performance Dates: April 15th,16th,17th, 22nd, 23rd, and 24th
- Spaces held until 7:15 p.m. Show begins at 7:30 p.m.
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2020 Fall Production - 12 Angry Jurors
Fall 2020 Production - Twelve Angry Jurors
De La Salle and Carondelet Theatre Company’s outdoor performance of 12 Angry Jurors is scheduled to run November 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, and 14 at 7:15 p.m., under the tent in the quad.
Twelve Angry Jurors Summary
A 19-year-old man has just stood trial for the fatal stabbing of his father. "He doesn't stand a chance," mutters the guard as the 12 jurors are taken into the bleak jury room. It looks like an open-and-shut case—until one of the jurors begins opening the others' eyes to the facts. "This is a remarkable thing about democracy," says the foreign-born juror, "that we are notified by mail to come down to this place—and decide on the guilt or innocence of a person; of a man or woman we have not known before. We have nothing to gain or lose by our verdict. We should not make it a personal thing." But personal it is, with each juror revealing his or her own character as the various testimonies are re-examined, the murder is re-enacted and a new murder threat is born before their eyes! Tempers get short, arguments grow heated, and the jurors become 12 angry people.
The cast and crew met in cohorts during the 2020 fall semester to bring our community a production set in the pandemic. They constructed plexiglass juror tables and incorporated all of the fears and safety precautions that we face each day. Add to the environment the pressure of determining the fate of an accused 19-year-old boy and we have some powerful theatre.
12 Angry Jurors wrestles with our justice system and the people who determine if one really is innocent until proven guilty.
2020 Spring Production - Guys and Dolls
2020 Spring Musical: Guys & Dolls
Performances Postponed.
New Dates to Be Announced.
For those that already purchased tickets, additional information will be forthcoming.
About the Play
Guys and Dolls is a spectacle of a musical.
Between the large dance numbers, high stakes gambling and soul-saving missionaries, tender moments of truth seep into the lyrics of the average guy and the average doll.
Several conflicts set the musical in motion: Missionaries attempt to convert the lost souls of Broadway — gamblers. Nathan Detroit needs to secure a location for his floating crap game. The charming Sky Masterson tries to convince a straight-laced missionary to agree to go to Havana. The solutions to these problems are all intermingled in this romantic comedy against the backdrop of 1930’s Broadway.
Expect fedoras, feathers and tons of dice!
Run Time: 2.5 hours with intermission
"Guys and Dolls" Box Office
"Guys and Dolls" Cast & Crew
Abby Denton |
Adelaide |
Alana Dallmann |
Calvin - Mission |
Alex Chaffee |
Ensemble |
Alex Crowe |
Ensemble |
Alexa James |
Ensemble |
Anthony Parker |
Lt Brannigan / Havanna |
Ava Menges |
Mission |
Ava Ribando |
Mission |
Benjamin Moeller |
Big Jule |
Branna Sundy |
General Cartwright/Chrissy |
Brenden Cline |
Angie the Ox |
Brian O' Malley |
Benny |
Brian Vega |
Nicely Nicely |
Cameron Katz |
Nathan |
Clarice Reinwald |
Ensemble |
Cristian Dalaison |
Abernathy Arvide |
Spencer Richards |
Joey Biltmore |
Eden Herrera |
Hot Box Dancer / Havana |
Emily Walsh |
Martha - Mission |
Eva Toney |
Ensemble |
Ginessa Colombana |
Ensemble |
Grant Dermon |
Harry the Horse |
Isabella Besag |
Ensemble |
Jack Christensen |
Ensemble / Sal / Swing |
Jazylina Albelda |
Mission |
Jazzy Maestro |
Mission |
Kian Manns |
Gambler/Havana Ensemble |
Kyle Smith |
Gambler/Havana Ensemble |
Jillian Miller |
Mission |
Julianna Giammona |
Agatha - Mission |
Kaiden Freidman |
Ensemble / Paulie |
KC Collado |
Ensemble |
Kiera O'Connell |
Ensemble / Mindy |
Lara Meeks |
Hot Box Dancer |
Lauren Bielawski |
Ensemble |
Lucas Santos |
Rusty Charlie |
Luke Trujillo |
Ensemble / Society Max |
Maggie Heiskell |
Sarah Brown |
Mari SitzmanN |
Hot Box Girl - Mimi |
Mckenna Brosnan |
Mission |
Micheala Baak |
Ensemble |
Morgan Rotenberry |
Hot Box Dancer |
Nathan Lomayesva |
Ensemble |
Nico Santos |
Ensemble / Ralphie |
Nora Schultz |
Hot Box Dancer |
Olivia Brown |
Hot Box Dancer |
Olivia BeZanson |
Hot Box Dancer / Swing |
Rachel Gotvald |
Hot Box Dancer |
Robert Nelson |
Sky Masterson |
Rose duPont |
Mission |
Somachi Uwakwe |
Hot Box Dancer |
Sophie Wherlie |
Mission |
Spencer Richards |
Ensemble / Liver Lips Louie |
Victoria FLores |
Ensemble |
Owen Wardy |
Gambler/Havana Ensemble |
Kairo Reid |
Gambler/Havana Ensemble |
2019 Fall Production - She Kills Monsters
2019 Fall Play: SHE KILLS MONSTERS
About the Play
Set in the 1990’s, the stage-combat filled, comedic play She Kills Monsters tells the story of Agnes, a senior in high school, who stumbles into a dungeon and dragons game written by her deceased little sister. Agnes discovers that her little sister created a fantasy world that mirrored her experiences of her real world. She turned them into a game of D & D. Bullies became monsters. Friends became warriors and heroes. The little sister became the mighty Paladin in search of her lost soul longing to be found. By the end of the play, the audience may wonder who the real monsters are. High school students Or Fantastical Dragons? Or in some small way… each and every one of us. If each of us can be a monster, can’t each of us also choose to become the hero?
Director: Ms. Meredith Barnidge
Costume: Mrs. Michelle Koski
Tech: Mr. Thomas Wickboldt
Fight Choregrapher: Mr. Dave Maier
Stage Manager: Frank Brinkerhoff
"She Kills Monsters" Cast & Crew
Character | Actor |
Agnes | Somachi Uwakwe |
Tilly | Jazzy Maestro |
Vera | Sophie Wehrlie & Molly Ouimet (understudy) |
Chuck | Anthony Lopez & |
Farrah, Extra Cheerleader | Sienna Coward |
Miles | Brenden Cline |
Steve 1 (vs Orcus), Kobald, Goblin, Tiamat | (combat) Ava Menges |
Steve 2 (customer steve), Kobald, Goblin, Tiamat | (combat) Morgan Rottenberry |
Steve 3 (vs Faerie), Kobald, Tiamat | (combat) Rose duPont & Olivia BeZanson |
Steve 4 (real Steve), Koblad, Tiamat | (combat) Anthony Parker |
Steve 5 (vs Cheerleaders) Kobald, Bugbear, Tiamat | (combat) Kiera O’Connell |
Steve 6 (Vs Agnes) Koblad, Bugbear | (combat) Clarice Reinwald |
Evil Tina | Nora Schultz |
Real Tina | Morgan Rottenberry |
Evil Gabby | Olivia Brown |
Real Gabby | Rose duPont |
Lillith | Eden Herrera |
Real Lily | Angelica Medina |
Kaliope | Ava Ribando |
Real Kelly, Extra Gap shopper, | Olivia BeZanson |
Extra Gap shopper, Bugbear,Wraith | (combat) Ava Menges |
Orcus | Bryan O’Malley & Dominic Drummond |
Real Ronnie, Extra Gap Shopper,Wraith, Umberhulk | (combat) Lucas Santos |
Narrator | (voice) Lauren Bielawski |
Bulette | Brian Vega |
Acting Coach | Julianna Giammona |
Assistant Director | Robert Nelson |
"She Kills Monsters" Box Office
2019 Spring Play: Pygmalion
2019 Spring Play: PYGMALION (by Bernard Shaw)
The students of De La Salle and Carondelet created a contemporary version of George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion. Is this dramatic work still relevant 100 years later? With a fresh set of 2019 costumes and set designs, we think so.
About the Play - Pygmalion
Living in poverty and struggling from day to day can be very difficult. Most of us, if given the opportunity, would try to make changes to our lives and our situation. Pygmalion tells the story of a poor, young street girl who has been disrespected and overlooked because of her punk appearance and the dialect she speaks. When she overhears a bragging professor claiming he could turn her into a duchess, she dares him to do so. The outcome of her training is not what she expected, and she is not only able to change her appearance and speech, but also gain confidence in her self-worth.
Cast & Crew for Pygmalion
Opening Cast |
Closing Cast |
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ELIZA DOOLITTLE |
NORA SCHULTZ |
LAUREN BIELAWSKI |
HENRY HIGGINS |
BEN MAIER |
DANTE WILLAMS |
COLONEL HUGH PICKERING |
JEFF GILBERT |
ROBERT NELSON |
ALFRED DOOLITTLE |
DREW ORTEGA |
JUSTIN CAMPO |
MRS HIGGINS |
KATIE CALLAHAN |
MAGNET HEISKELL |
MRS. EYNSFORD HILL |
ALANA DALLMANN |
ISABELLAJANE BAERLANG |
CLARA HILL |
ALEXIA MARQUEZ |
BRANNA SUNDY |
FREDDY HILL |
DEREK ROSALES |
LUCAS SANTOS |
MRS. PEARCE |
JULIANNA GIAMMONA |
JULIANNA GIAMMONA |
YOUNG FLOWER GIRL / PARLOUR MAID |
ROSE DUPONT |
VICTORIA FLORES RODRIGUEZ |
HARRY |
AIDAN ROE |
JOHN LAURENCE |
JAMIE |
JESSICA PULVER |
AVA RIBANO |
ELDERLY WOMAN / WASHER |
KATIE STYRLUND |
KATIE STYRLUND |
LORD BOXINGTON /CLEANER |
CAMERON KATZ |
CAMERON KATZ |
LADY BOXINGTON / KITCHEN |
ARIANA CARRA |
ARIANA CARRA |
SARCASTIC BYSTANDER / KITCHEN |
RACHEL GOTVALD |
RACHEL GOTVALD |
Asistant Director |
Ellen Bezanson |
Ellen Bezanson |
Stage Manager |
Frank Brinkerhoff |
Frank Brinkerhoff |
Dramaturg |
SammiE Marchetti |
SammiE Marchetti |
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2018 Fall Musical: Dogfight
2018 Fall Musical: DOGFIGHT (PG-13)
About the Musical
Dogfight chronicles the last evening of six Marines before they depart to Vietnam. They host a "dogfight" which is a contest to see who can bring the "ugliest" girl. The story then unfolds as our protagonist comes to realize he has real feelings for Rose, the girl he chose to subject to this humiliation. Rose is the example of compassion and empathy that is the heart of the production.
This show asks questions about mob-mentality effects, entitled actions, standing up to friends, and surviving in a world of war and returning home. Although it is an upbeat and fun musical, there is an undertone of layered seriousness that could be mistaken if not seen with mature eyes, therefore the PG-13 rating.
Dogfight deals with sexual harassment, objectification, and abuse. Our theatre program decided to join forces with our Mentors in Violence Prevention program on campus and bring awareness to these issues, that our students face in high school and beyond. Our production is intended to spark tough conversations, not provide answers.
Dogfight Cast and Crew
Character | Played by |
Pete | Luke Trujillo |
Dinner Patron | Luke Trujillo |
Restaurant Patron | Luke Trujillo |
War Scene Marine | Luke Trujillo |
Sergeant | Robert Nelson |
Restaurant Patron | Robert Nelson |
Returning Wounded Vet | Robert Nelson |
Marcy | Eden Herrera / Charlie Stokes |
Mama | Jessica Pulver / Abby Denton |
Solo Dancer | Jessica Pulver / Abby Denton |
Eddie Birdlace (Marine) | Jeff Gilbert |
Bernstein (Marine) | Justin Campo |
Boland (Marine) | Brian Vega |
Fector (Marine) | John Laurence |
Stevens (Marine) | Brenden Cline |
Gibbs (Marine) | Andrew Ortega |
Rose Fenny | Julianna Giamonna / Alana Dallmann |
Lounge Singer (That Face) | Andrew Dante |
Bus Driver | Andrew Dante |
War Scene Marine | Andrew Dante |
Chippy | SammiE Marchetti |
Nicky (Hey Good Looking) | SammiE Marchetti |
Prelude / Blast Off / Give Way Soloist | SammiE Marchetti |
Big Tony | Toni Hudalla |
Steven's Date | Toni Hudalla |
Hippie Hendrix | Toni Hudalla |
Waiter | Liam Lettire |
Hippie Armstrong | Liam Lettire |
Dogfight Marine | Liam Lettire |
War Scene Marine | Liam Lettire |
Ruth Two Bears | Jazzy Maestro |
Hippie Peace | Jazzy Maestro |
Peggy | Olivia Brown |
Hippie Love | Olivia Brown |
Dogfight Marine Date | Olivia Brown |
Hippie Woodstock | Grace Hatfield |
Restaurant Patron | Grace Hatfield |
Sergeant's Dogfight Date | Grace Hatfield |
Bus Passenger Dad | Cameron Katz |
Dogfight Bartender | Cameron Katz |
Restaurant Patron | Cameron Katz |
War Scene Marine | Cameron Katz |
Bus Passenger College Kid | Anthony Parker |
Dogfight Marine | Anthony Parker |
War Scene Marine | Anthony Parker |
Libby | Eunice Casa |
Dogfight Marine Date | Eunice Casa |
Restaurant Patron | Eunice Casa |
Bus Passenger Mom | Maggie Heiskell |
Suzette (Fector's Date) | Maggie Heiskell |
Give Way Soloist | Maggie Heiskell |
Dance CAPTAIN | Nora Schultz |
Crew
Stage Manager: Dante B.E. Williams
Asst. Stage Manager: Frank Brinkerhoff
Director: Ms. Meredith Barnidge
Asst Director: Ellen Benzanson
Technical Director: Mr. Thomas Wickboldt
Costume and Make up: Ms. Michelle Koski
Choreographer: Ms. Williams
Dance Captain: Nora Schultz
Music Director: Mr. Phair
Music Director Assistant: Andrew Dante
House manager: Lucas Santos
2018 Spring Musical: Little Shop of Horrors
Spring 2018 Musical: Little Shop of Horrors
About the Musical:
Little Shop of Horrors is a dark comedy. The action opens in Mushnik's Flower Shop, a failing store on Skid Row. The few plants in stock are, like their surroundings, rundown and fading. There, we meet Mr. Mushnik and his two employees, Audrey and the nerdish Seymour Krelborn, who secretly has a crush on his beautiful-but-much-abused co-worker. Seymour brings a strange plant to the flower shop, and business begins to bloom. Seymour's sudden success comes with a price. The plant, which he names Audrey II after his co-woker, demands to be fed human blood. Ultimately, however, Seymour’s natural goodness begins to make him think about his lifestyle and what he must do to maintain it.
Is it too late for him?
2017 Fall Production - The Outsiders
The Outsiders
The Outsiders tells the story of two teen groups whose poisonous rivalry stems from socioeconomic differences. They judge. They stereotype. They viciously act on an unidentified anger that is grounded in hatred and catapulted by misunderstanding. De La Salle’s theme this year is Respect for All Persons. This play is about what it means when a person does not belong to a particular group. In this play – who is the outsider?
That depends on your perspective.
Both groups demonstrate loyalty. Both groups live by a moral code. Both groups experience fear, love and sorrow. We chose this play because, really, aren’t each of us on the “outside” of something based on another person’s perspective?
As audience members we will see both of these groups of teens do horrible and compassionate things to one another. We will champion and pity. Through Ponyboy's eyes we find that the telling of the tale – the thoughtful intent of sharing our worlds – reveals that all people must come to terms with fear, love and sorrow. We don’t always do it the best way we can. We fail. We forgive. We learn. We “re-see” or respect from a new perspective.
This November S.E. Hinton’s Ponyboy shares the story of his experiences with us on the Brother Celestine Cormier Stage. We’d love to see you in the theatre!
Cast List
Character | Cast | Shadow Cast |
Show 11/9,10,11,12,18* | Tech 11/15, Show 11/16 | |
Ponyboy Michael Curtis (Past) | Nico Schmidt | Nico Schmidt |
Ponyboy Michael Curtis (Present) | Lucas Santos | Lucas Santos |
Sodapop Patrick Curtis | Alvaro Vazquez | Derek Rosales (*additional show on 11/18) |
Darrel (Darry) Curtis | Colton Hall | Jeff Gilbert |
Johnny Cade | Cameron Katz | Dirk Tolson III |
Keith (Two-Bit) Matthews | Andrew Ortega | Joseph Guelld |
Dallas (Dally) Winston | Cooper McAdoo | Cooper McAdoo |
Tim Shephard / Jerry | Griffin Hunt | Griffin Hunt |
Curly Shephard / Doctor | Ben Maier | Ben Maier |
Sylvia / Ms. O’Brient | Megan Nixon | Megan Nixon |
Sandy | Brooke Phillips | Jessica Pulver |
Steve Randle | Matthew Herin | Matthew Herin |
Evie | Ellen Bezanson | Ellen Bezanson |
Buck Merril / Nurse Beaux / Cop | Ted Zelenskyy | Ted Zelenskyy |
Cherry Valance | Isabella Hermelin | Catie Callahan |
Marcia | Julianna Giamona | Jaleh Wooten |
Randy Adderson | Quinn Smalling | John Laurence |
Bob Sheldon / Mr. Syme / Cop | Brenden Cline | Brenden Cline |
Nurse Betty | Ellen Bezanson | Ellen Benzanson |
David (Soc) | Jack Reed | Jack Reed |
Paul (Soc) | Trace Tammaro | Trace Tammaro |
Greg (Soc) | Austin Elder | Austin Elder |
Peter (Soc) | Brendan O’Reilly | Brendan O’Reilly |
Jan / Johnny’s Mom | Nora Shultz | Nora Schultz |
Mike (Soc) | Nick Brdar | Nick Brdar |
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Company production history
2016-2017 SEASON
Fall: "High School Musical"
Spring: "MacBeth"
2015-2016 SEASON
Fall: "You Can't Take It With You"
Spring: "Cinderella"
2014-2015 SEASON
Spring: "Respect is..." A Student Showcase
Fall: "Yes, and...", an Evening of Improvisation
2013-2014 SEASON
Spring: Legally Blonde: The Musical
Fall: Clue
2012-2013 SEASON
Spring: Student Written/Directed Showcase
Spring: As You Wish
Fall: The Crucible
2011-2012 SEASON
Spring Musical: Bye Bye Birdie
Fall: The Laramie Project
2010-2011 SEASON
Spring Musical: The Wizard of Oz
Fall: It's a Wonderful Life
2009-2010 SEASON
Spring: It's All in the Timing
Spring Musical: Grease
Fall: Alice in Wonderland
For a complete list of productions in the history of the school, click HERE.