2017-2018

A Part of THE BROADWAY

JUNIOR COLLECTION

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Beauty and the Beast Jr.

Prologue: A Castle

Scene 1: The Village

Belle

Scene 2: The Forest

Scene 3: The Castle

Scene 4: Belle’s Cottage

Belle (Reprise)

Scene 5: The Castle

Home Home (Tag)

Scene 6: The Tavern

Gaston Gaston (Reprise)

Scene 7: The Castle

Be Our Guest

Scene 8: The Forest

Scene 9: The Castle

Something There Human Again

Scene 10: The Village

Scene 11: The Castle

Beauty and the Beast

Scene 12: Belle’s Cottage

The Mob Song

Scene 13: The Castle

Home (Reprise)

Finale

Nicholas Plachta (Beast) This is Nick’s first play. He is so excited to be a part of this production. He would like to thank his music teacher from down the road! He is happy to work with his cast mates, Ms. Von Vange, and Mr. Hiscox. He is hoping you enjoy the play.

Ariana James (Silly Girl #1) Ariana is Silly Girl #1. She loves to act, dance, and sing. She is excited about the play this year. She has been in a performance before. It was High School Musical Jr. She would like to thank her mom and her dad for believing in her and helping her practice. She would also like to thank Ms. Von Vange and Mr. Hiscox for doing this for our school and STEM. Enjoy the play! Lily Froggatt (Stage Crew) This is Lily’s 2nd year being in the play. She loves it. This year she is the stage manager. Last year she was a science teacher. Kyra Scott (Villager) She plays a villager in Beauty and the Beast. This is her first time being in a play although she has been on stage many times performing in ballets. She would like to thank Ms.Von Vange and Mr.Hiscox for their hard work and dedication. She would also like to thank Miss Sarah and Miss Alyssa for teaching her the dance. Dylan Proctor (Butcher & Understudy) Beauty and The Beast Jr. is Dylan's first play. He is very excited to be a part of the Woodhull Theater Arts club. He would like to thank his mom for picking him up from all of the play practices! He would like to send a shout out to Ms. VonVange and Mr. Hiscox for being the best directors ever! Layna Abraham (Cogsworth)

Layna has performed in Woodhull Intermediate’s High School Musical Jr. (2017), The Little Mermaid Jr. at Engeman Theater (2017), Long Island Ballet Theater’s the Nutcracker (2016) and Alice and Wonderland (2013). Layna is part of Studio PCI, where she works on her acting, singing, and dancing skills. When not on stage, Layna enjoys playing softball, volleyball, skiing, swimming, hanging with friends, and cuddling her beloved cat Comet. Layna would like to thank her mother, father, & brother Jonah for all their support as well as Ms.Von Vange, Mr. Hiscox, and the cast of Beauty & The Beast in making this such a great year.

Samuel Luka Soric (Castle Servant) Samuel Soric is 10 years old. He loves to sing and dance and take part in many of the local plays. Thank you to my family for all of their love and support along the way. Camilla D'Anna (Villager) Camilla is a 6th grader and this is her second play at Woodhull Intermediate School. She loves music and musical theater in particular. Camilla is very excited about this opportunity to have a line on stage and would like to thank Ms. VonVange, Mr. Hiscox, Miss Sarah, Miss Alyssa and all of the staff that made this show possible. Jenna Italiano (Villager) She is very excited to be in her first play. She is eager to perform her role as a villager. She would like to thank Ms. Von Vange and her parents for giving her an opportunity to be in the play.

Sofia Rodriguez (Lumiere) Sofia plays the role of Lumiere in this year’s play. Sofia is a 5th grader here at Woodhull who loves to act. She also loves to sing and dance and when it comes to performing she is always ready to put on a show. She loves taking on creative challenges and has worked really hard to bring Lumiere to life. Sofia has been part of several other productions in the past, but is most excited about this year’s presentation of Beauty and the Beast Jr. and know it’s going to be a huge success!

Tyler Godin (Stage Crew)

Tyler is in stage crew and working the lights. It is so much fun!

We will miss you Miss Alyssa!

Good luck at college, “A Whole New World” awaits you…..

2010 - Grease (Shannell)

2011—The Music Man Jr. (Pick a Little Lady)

2012– Aladdin Jr. (Jasmine)

2013—The Little Mermaid Jr. (Student Helper)

2014– Willy Wonka Jr. (Student Helper)

2015– Annie Jr. (Student Director)

2016– The Lion King Jr. (Student Director)

2017– High School Musical Jr. (Student Director)

2018– Beauty and the Beast Jr. (Student Director)

Then and Now!

A Special Thanks To:

Mr. Hiscox and Ms. Von Vange—Theater Directors

Miss Alyssa and Miss Sarah—Student Directors

Miss Ally—Student Helper

Ms. Peggy, Ms. Paula, Ms. Vickie, Ms. April, Ms. Mom, and Ms. Deb Helpers

All the parents and families for your help.

Woodhull and STEM Faculty, Staff, and Custodians, for all their support.

**It would be impossible to thank everyone who has helped us to put on this show. If we forgot to mention you, please know we give you a big huge thank you!**

Board of Education

Thomas Di Giacomo, President

Jennifer Hebert, Vice President

Emily Rogan

William Dwyer

Xavier Palacios

Bari Fehrs

Christine Biernacki

Central Office

James Polansky, Superintendent

Beth McCoy, Asst. Superintendent for Curriculum and

Instruction

Kathleen Acker, Asst. Superintendent for Business

Traci Roethel, Woodhull Principal

Donna Moro, STEM Principal

Jarrett Stein, Woodhull Assistant Principal

Eric Reynolds, Director of Fine Arts

Keira Coulter (Stage Crew) This is Keira’s 2nd year being in the play. She will miss not being in it next year. Last year she was a cheerleader! Jordan Thorbourne (Ensemble) Jordan Thorbourne is excited to be performing in his first play Beauty and Beast Jr. As a 5th grader at STEM, he enjoys Science and Technology. When he’s not in school, he enjoys playing sports, hanging with his family and friends. Jordan would like to thank his Mom and Dad for always letting him pursue his dreams. Peter Leavy (Bookseller) Peter is a 6th grader at JA STEM; this is his first foray into the world of theatre and he is excited to have his family and friends see the performance. He would like to thank his mom for encouraging him to try out for the play, his dad for teaching him different accents and his brother Teddy for helping him with his audition! Michaela Dopico (Chip) Michaela is excited to be a part of her first school musical. She most recently played the part of Willy Won-ka in a production of Willy Wonka, Jr. Michaela would like to thank her family for supporting her. Dream big! Aaron Idise (Wolf/Villager) This is Aaron’s first play and although he started out in the chorus he is so excited to have been asked to play a Wolf and a Villager. Aaron loves to sing, plays piano and violin. He would like to thank his Mom and Dad especially for getting him to rehearsals every week. Sophia Tine (Lady with a baby) Sophia Tine is super excited to be in this year's play and to be up on stage. This is her second play here at Woodhull and She hopes to continue her Drama Club experience. Sophia would like to thank her mom and dad for their support and a huge thank you to Ms. Von Vange and Mr. Hiscox for making this possible each year. Gricelle Rojas (Ensemble) She is really excited because this is her first play in Woodhull . She really hopes this is a great play. Also she will love to be in a play in 6th grade . Jane Callery (Stage Crew) This is Jane’s 1st year being in the play. She is in stage crew. It is a great experience for her. Megan Lewis (Dinner Ware) Megan is very excited for the play. It is her first time doing a play. She would like to thank Mrs. Mom for being so nice to her when she hurt her knee. She would also like to thank Ms. Sarah for teaching her all of the moves for the songs. Stacy Guevara (Stage Crew) This is Stacy’s first year being in the play. She is a stage hand. She is happy and excited to be in the play. Amalia Heinz (Ensemble) Amalia is very excited for her first play. She is really enjoying it. Several friends have told her that ensemble is fun, and they are definitely right! Thank you to my parents for all their love and support. Kayleigh Bender (The Enchantress) She is very excited to be a part of this year play! Kayleigh would like to thank her mom for picking her up from play practice and Ms. Von Vange for all the support. She was in the play last year and it was a great experience! Casey DiGioia (Ensemble) This is Casey’s first time in a school play. She is very happy to be part of the cast this year. She would like to thank her Mom and Dad for allowing her to be in the play and always supporting her.

Jordana Panieria (Stage Crew) This is Jordana’s 2nd year of being in the play. She is a stage assistant and is so excited to be a part of the play this year. Nicolas Francis (Ensemble) This is Nicolas' first play but he has been performing as a part of the band and chorus. Along with singing and playing the flute, he is also an accomplished artist who recently had two pieces dis-played in an art show. He would like to thank his mom and dad for supporting him, and above all Ms. Von Vange and the Woodhull community for this wonderful opportunity. Josie Sullivan (Belle) Josie is very excited to be a part of her first Woodhull production. She has performed in a few plays at summer camp. She would like to thank Ms. Von Vange, Mr. Hiscox, Miss Alyssa, and Miss Sara for being the best directors ever! Markus Fehrenbacher (Gaston) Flexing some muscle in the role of Gaston, Markus is beyond excited to be in Beauty and the Beast this year. He played Jack Scott in High School Musical last year as well as a Flying Mon-key/Munchkin in the Wizard of Oz in the Northport Community Theater. He has also enjoyed per-forming in annual talent shows at Woodhull, Southdown and Summer camp. He would like to thank Ms. VonVange, Mr. Hiscox, Sarah Biernacki, Mrs. Brusca, Mrs. Roethel, Mr. Stein, his Teachers at Woodhull and at Southdown, especially Mrs. Orelli and Mrs. Martino. He would like his performance to honor two incredibly STRONG people, Patrick And Serena, we stand with you! Faith Robertson (Ensemble) Faith loves theater and is excited to be part of The Beauty and The Beast. This is her first play and looks forward to participate in more in the future. She would like to thank her mom, dad, sister, Nam, and Grandma Barb. Miss Alyssa Befumo (Student Director) Alyssa is a senior and has participated in nine productions with Ms. Von Vange and Mr. Hiscox. This is her 6th year as a student director. She would like to thank everyone in the cast and crew for an amazing last year. She looks forward to coming to rehearsal every week to see your smil-ing faces. A special thank you to Ms. Von Vange for always believing in her and Mr. Hiscox for making her artistic visions come to life. Also a special thank you to Josie and Nick for being such sweet and talented young performers. Break a leg! Jake Amend (Villager 3) I am excited to be a part of this play It has been so much fun. I was in last years play and I really enjoyed it. I want to thank Mrs VonVange for all the time she spends making the play enjoyable and successful. Maddie Eriksen (Ensemble) Maddie is a 5th grader at Woodhull and very excited to be participating in her first school play. Maddie enjoys Broadway plays and the arts. She enjoys the Broadway atmosphere. She dreams of career in the acting business one day. She enjoys being part of the school orchestra/ chorus and enjoys spending time with friends and family. Giada LoPorto (Silly Girl 2) Giada is so excited to be in her second musical at Woodhull. Her part in this years play is "silly girl 2". In last year’s production of High School Musical Jr. she played the lead, Gabriella. She would like to thank her piano teacher, Chelsea, for helping her practice. Brooke Farasciano (Castle Servant) Beauty and the Beast is Brooke Farasciano’s second play at Woodhull. She is excited for every-one to see it. The play has amazing sets and costumes. Lastly, Brooke would like to thank Miss VonVange and Mr Hiscox for always putting on a great production and working very hard to make it a great experience. This is Anna’s 2nd year of being in the play. She really likes it. This year she is in stage crew. Last year she was part of the ensemble.

Rachel Learned (Lady with a Cane) This is Rachel’s 2nd paly at Woodhull. She is very excited for getting the part of the lady with the cane. She would also like to thank her mom, her little sister, and her babysitter. Chloe Hunt (Castle Servant) This is Chloe’s 2nd play, she’s sad she has to leave Ms. Von Vange but she’ll come back! She’d like to thank her dad for picking her up. Michelle Saloma (Ensemble) Michelle is in the ensemble. She is really thankful for her dad picking her up every time. This is her first play. Isaac Joseph (Ensemble) This is his first play and he is really excited to be in it! He is definitely going to try to be in another one. Adriana Abbatiello (Castle Servant) This is Adriana’s first play. She is very excited about it, but she is sad that she has to leave Ms. Von Vange and this amazing school. Valerie Ferreira (Ensemble) This is Valerie’s first time doing a play. She is 10 years old and is so happy to be part of the play. Lily Tierney (Narrator #2) Lily is thrilled to play the role of Narrator #2 in this year’s wonderful production of Beauty and the Beast. She would like to thank her family for always supporting her love of acting and song. She would like to thank Ms. Von Vange and Mr. Hiscox for everything. Enjoy the play. Emily Kustera (Lefou) Emily is so excited to be in the show. This is her 6th show. She would like to thank her mom for pick-ing her up from rehearsal. Elena Barretta (Ensemble/wolf) This is her first play. She is very excited for the performance. Damien Santos (Stage Crew) This is his first year doing stage crew. Chelsea Romero (Dinnerware) This is Chelsea's 1st year in the play. She is thankful to her mom and dad for picking her up after prac-tice. Chelsea is excited to be a piece of flatware. She thinks the play will be a lot of fun. Xavier Anderson (Ensemble) This is Xavier’s first play. Isabelle Gregorio (Dinnerware) Isabelle loves being part of a wonderful play. This is Isabelle’s first time in a play. She loves helping out and hopes to do it again next year. Ms. Mom (Helper) To each an everyone participating in this year’s play “Beauty and the Beast”, Ms. Mom is so proud of you. She hopes you had fun. Hugs to all. Ally Kustera (Student Helper) Ally is so thrilled to be helping with Beauty and the Beast this year! The cast is so talented. She hopes everyone enjoys this spectacular show!

Katy DeBellis (Ensemble) Hi, my name is Katy DeBellis. This will be my 1st time performing in a play. I am so excited to be able to sing some of my most favorite songs for everyone! Anna Famiglietti (Stage Crew) This is Anna’s 2nd year of being in the play. She really likes it. This year she is in stage crew. Last year she was part of the ensemble. Riley Murtagh (Silly Girl 4) Riley was in the play last year and is excited to take part in it again. She likes the movie Beauty and the Beast so the play is a great choice! She would like to thank her Mom, Dad, sisters and family and friends for supporting her. Hope everyone enjoys the play! Aiden Clarke (Villager) This is Aiden’s first play. He is so happy to participate and is excited to be part of it next. year. Sophia Weiss (The Hatseller) Sophia loves acting and singing. This is her first play and she had so much fun working on it. Sophia would like to thank her parents for their support and everyone for coming out to see the play! Miss Sarah Biernacki (Student Director) Sarah is extremely excited to help direct for the first time ever! Should would like to thank Ms. Von Vange, Miss Alyssa, Mr. Hiscox, and everyone in the cast for such an amazing experience. Sarah has also appeared in several shows in Huntington such as Oz (Wicked Witch), Seussical Jr. (Mrs. Mayor), and Annie Jr (Annette). Michael Donatelli (Eggman) Michael Donatelli is very excited to be in his second performance at Woodhull Intermediate, having played Chad Danforth in High School Musical last year. Michael has performed in over 19 local and community musical theater perfor-mances, including lead roles in Into the Woods, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, The Wizard of Oz and Peter Pan. Michael made his big screen debut two years ago in the independent film “The Derby,” which was won the Los Angeles Movie Fest award for best independent film of the year. Michael was also featured in a documentary about the Irish Potato Famine. Besides acting, Michael is a blue belt in Jujitsu and loves all things Harry Potter. He would like to thank his family for all of their support and Veronica Cocoman (Castle Servant) Veronica was in the ensemble for Woodhull’s version of High Musical Jr. last year. She loves gymnastics and performing. Veronica would like to thank her parents, sister and two brothers for their support. Maggie O’Toole (Ensemble) Maggie would like to thank her parents for driving her home for play practice. This is also Maggie's first time in a real play. She is very excited ! She would also like to thank her Mom, Dad, sisters, Aunts, Uncles , Grandparents and cousins for coming to the show. She hopes you all enjoy the play. Zoey Rosario (Ensemble) Hi I am Zoey Rosario I am so excited about the play! This is her first one, Ms VonVange was a good teacher. Enjoy the play.

Aaron Idise (Wolf) I am Aaron I like the play because I get to be a wolf This is my first play. Michaela Dopico (Chip) Michaela is very excited for the play. She thinks Chip is a very exciting part. She would like to thank Ms VonVange for acting tips. She would also like to thank Mr.Hiscox for the costumes. Julia Henderson (Aristocratic Lady) Bonjour! Julia is very excited about her role in Beauty and the Beast JR. This is her second play at Woodhull. Julia would like to thank her family for their help and support. Melanie Rodriguez (Ensemble) Hi my name is Melanie, my role in the play is in ensemble. My favorite part of practice was hearing Belle sing and act. This is my first time in a play. I would like to thank Ms VonVange and all her help-ers. Samantha Koeple (Narrator #1) This is Samantha’s first time in the Woodhull play. She had so much fun practicing and making new friends. She hopes you enjoy the show. Mr. Todd Hiscox (Director) Congrats to all of you for your hard work and dedication. Thank you to the Stage Crew. Wow!!!!! So much to learn in such little time, especially this year. Thank you to Art Club for painting the scenery. Lastly, I'd like to thank my family for all their support and assistance and my loves Nicole and Emily.

Melanie Alvarado (Narrator # 4)

Hi my name is Melanie. This is my first play ever. I am very very happy because I got a lead role! I am 10 years old, and out of all my siblings I am the youngest.

Lauren Donaghy (Narrator #3)

Lauren is so excited to be in the play! She would like to thank her Mom , Dad , Megan (sister), Will (brother), Ms VonVange and Mr. Hiscox for all their support. She is really excited to be a Narrator! She has loved being apart of the play. Kathryn Schmidt (Mrs. Potts) Kathryn has the role of Mrs. Potts. She is so excited and this is her first play. She would like to thank Ms.Von Vange Mr. Hiscox,Ms. Sarah and Ms.Alyssa. They made it all possible! Reese Rinaldi (Understudy) Reese has had so much fun practicing for the play. She would like to thank Ms. VonVange for the amazing direction and Mr. Hiscox for the awesome costumes! Kaylee Adams (Villager) This is Kaylee’s second time in a Woodhull play. She has been waiting all summer to find out what the play was for 2018. She loves being a villager and hopes to come back next year to help. Kaylee wants to thank her Mom for her support and Ms. VonVange for having me in the play. Brittany Lopez (DinnerWare) Hi I am Brittany. This is my first play, I love being in this play I also love to sing. I am kind of shy, I just need encouragement . I help and I am always happy. The teachers here are AWESOME ! I am in 5th grade and 10 years old. I love meeting new people. That's pretty much all about me.

Sam Soric (Castle Servant) This is Sam’s first play at Woodhull and is excited to perform for every-

one. He wants to thank his mom and dad for driving and helping him along the way.

Emerson Evans (Stage Crew) This is Emerson’s second play and she is very happy to be a part of

it.

Ellie Kaufman (Stage Crew) This is Ellie’s 1st year in Woodhull’s play. It’s very fun and important to her. She is in the stage crew and is an assistant manager. James Vohs (Castle Servant) James is a castle servant and would like to thank his parents and his grandma for getting him to practice. This is his first year in the play. Cristian Delgado (Ensemble) This is Cristian’s first play and he is very excited. He enjoys listening to music and enjoys watching TV. Anthony Addeo (Castle Servant) He is excited for the play and hopes to join again. Ava Davis (Castle Servant) This is Ava’s first play at Woodhull and she is very proud to be a part of this production. She would like to thank her family members for supporting her and picking her up every Wednesday and Friday. Thank you for letting her be part of the play. Alyssa Evans (Castle Servant) Alyssa loves being a castle servant in Beauty and the Beast. This is Alyssa’s first play at Woodhull. Alyssa hopes to be in the play again next year. She loves doing the dancing and singing. Felicity George (Ensemble) Felicity is excited to do the play. It is her first time doing it. She is loving it and hope to be involved again next year. Griffin Kanzer (Dinnerware) Griffin is very excited for his first play. He hopes to do it again. Rafealla Gregorio (Castle Servant) Rafaella loves being a castle servant in the play. This is Rafaella’s first play and she hope to be in the play next year. Gricelle Rojas (Ensemble) Gricelle is very excited because this is her very first play. She would like to thank her mom for picking her up everyday. She is hoping this will be a really good play. Joanna Kasindorf (Madame de la Grande Bouche) Joanna is a sixth grader n Mrs. Persichilli’s Woodhull Class. She plays Madame de la Grande Bouche. She loves playing her because she is a fashionista like her character. She would like to thank her par-ents and the producers of the play. Aidan Wheeler (Stage Crew) This is his first year in stage crew. He thinks it is very cool. Olivia Gonzalez (Ensemble) The play is great so far and she is very excited for the full show. She hopes it turns out great. Alexandra Centrone (Ensemble) Alexandra is having so much fun working on the play, Beauty and the Beast Jr. She loves being with her friends and doing all of the fun and crazy dances. Doing the play has been an amazing experience! She is hoping she will make the right choice next year and join the play. The show must go on!

Eli Soric (Stage Crew) He is in lighting in the stage crew.

Olivia Gonzalez (Stage crew) This is Olivia’s first play and was happy to be part of it.

Elizabeth Waters (ensemble): Elizabeth would like to thank her family for their support. Lily Michaelson (Townsperson/Mother) I would like to thank my mom for always encouraging me to go further! Lea DeVoe (Dinnerware): This is Lea’s first play at Woodhull. She is very excited. Lea would like to thank Mr. Hiscox and Ms. Von Vange. Kaylee Smalling (Ensemble): Kaylee really loves doing the play. She hopes she can be in the play next year too. Olivia Spada (Opener): Olivia is very excited to be part of Beauty and the Beast. It is her first play. She had a lot of fun in practice. Molly O’Brien (Shepard Girl): Molly is the Shepard gril and this is her first time in a real play. She would like to thank her mom, Dad, Jack, and Cooper. Madeline Francis (Ensemble): My name is Madeline and this is my first play. I love being in the play. It has been my dream since the first grade to be in a play. Brennan Ackerman (Ensemble): Brennan is in a play for the first time. He would like to thank Annabelle the cat and George Washington. Hannah Valenzuela-Ayala (Ensemble): Hannah is very excited and glad to be in the play. She is happy that her mom has the time to pick her up. This is her first play and she loves it! Brooke Farasciano (Castle Servant) This is Brooke’s 2nd play at Woodhull. She is excited to do a great production. Brooke would like to thank her Aunt Jen, Mr. Hiscox, and Ms. Von Vange for working so hard and helping them put on a great production. Ariella Katigbak (Ensemble) Ariella really enjoyed working on the play, especially in art club where we helped with the scenery. Thank you Ms. Von Vange, Mr. Hiscox, and more for giving her a chance to be in the play. She really enjoyed it.

A huge thank you to everyone in Art Club for the amazing scenery!

Ariella Katigbak, Adrianna Abbatiello, Ariana James, Cindy Alvarez, Ellie Kaufman, Riley Murtagh,Keira Coulter, Marley Joseph, Reese Rinaldi, Jada Joseph, Lea DeVoe, Ava Tizzio, Emma Bellew, Jennifer Lopez, Lily Froggatt Bale, Jordanna Paniccia, Jake Schmitt, Sophia Tine, Rebecca Guardado, Eli Soric, Ben McNerney, Brooke Farasciano, Julia Henderson, Kaylee Adams, Brandon Malone, Kaylee Adams, Danna Flores-Guillen, Michael Donatelli, Emely Veliz ,Katherine Estrada, Olivia Polinsky, Dean DeFalco, Jordan Rose, Daniel McNulty, Sebastian Ramirez, Neurdia Osias, Dominic Roldan, Kate Barba

Eliana Pordes (Stage Crew) Eliana thinks being is Stage Crew for the first time is amazing. It is so much fun. Thank you for the privi-lege. Rosalinda Lemus (Ensemble) Rosalinda is very excited to be in the play Beauty and the Beast. She would like to thank the teachers who put the play together. Out of school Rosie loves to dance and play soccer. Jessica Maixner (Villager #2) I am Jessica and I play a village # 2 . I would like to thank Ms. Von Vange and the Woodhull staff for letting Jack Abrams participate in the play. I am excited for the first performance. This is my first time in a school play. William Berry (Monsier D’arque) This is William’s first play. He is very excited to be on stage and perform in the play. When he heard Stem would be involved in the play he immediately wanted to be in it. He is hoping that it will be good and that the audience will enjoy it. Landry Flynn (Milkmaid) Landry is thrilled to be back on stage here at Woodhull in the role of the Milk Maid in this years produc-tion of Beauty and the Beast. She was last seen here as a cheerleader in last years performance of High School Musical. Landry would like to thank her family for all their love and support as she prepared for this years production. She sends special thanks to Ms. VonVange and Mr. Hiscox for rewarding her with this wonderful opportunity, one in which she has truly enjoyed. Ethan Mortensen (Villager #4) My name is Ethan. I’m in the 5th grade with Ms Vaughans. This is my first time in a school play. I would like to thank Ms. VonVange for putting up with me when I had to take a nap. I would like to thank my mom for picking me up. Maybe when I grow up I can be on Broadway. Bradley Contreras (Villager) I’m Bradley I am a villager in the play this is my first time in a play. I think Ms. VonVange is nice and I thank her because she taught me a lot. Lea DeVoe (Dinnerware) This is Lea’s first play. She is very excited to perform the play. Lea would like to thank Ms. VonVange and Mr. Hiscox. Jeymi Hernandez (Dinnerware) This is Jeymis second play. She is very happy to be in the play. She is thankful for being in the play, and happy to be flat ware Gianna Uvena (Ensemble) Thank you for letting me in the play you are the best! Alisa Arvelo (Ensemble) I like to go to play practice, I’m happy that my mom and dad and grandpa can pick me up. Marcus Santiago (Villager) Marcus thanks Ms. VonVange and his parents for everything. He loves his first time in the play. Karen Saloma (Ensemble) She is very excited for the play this year. This is her very first play. She is thankful that Ms. VonVange invited her to the play. Vincenza Garafolo (Silly girl 3) This is Vincenzas third play but first in Woodhull and is very excited about the play. She would like to thank Ms.VinVange and Mr.Hiscox, without them everyone would not be able to pull of the play!

Elizabeth James (Babette) Elizabeth would like to thank Ms. VonVange, Mr. Hiscox and every other person who helped with the play. She would like to thank her parents for letting her experience this. She will definitely do this again. Ms. Allison Von Vange (Co-Director) This is Ms. Von Vange’s 14th play! She is so proud of all the students in the play. It has been an hon-or to watch them grow from auditions to the final production. Miss Alyssa and Miss Sarah were out-standing Student Directors this year. She wishes Miss Alyssa all the best at college and is looking forward to working with Miss Sarah again next year. This was a very difficult year for Ms. Von Vange as she lost her beloved father to cancer in October. She would like to thank all the students for sup-porting her during this difficult time. She could not have gotten through the last four months without them making her smile. Ms. Von Vange would like to dedicate this play to her father and all of those fighting or have been lost to cancer. You are all Warriors!! Ariella Katigbak (Ensemble) Ariella really enjoyed working on the play, especially in art club where we helped with the scenery. Thank you Ms. Von Vange, Mr. Hiscox, and more for giving her a chance to be in the play. She really enjoyed it. Anibella Fazin (Ensemble) This is her first time in a real play and would like to thank her parents. Isilma Reyes-Canales (Ensemble) This year is Isillma’s first play and she is proud and loves rehearsal and the play. Dominic Roldan (Dinnerware) Dominic would like to thank Ms. Von Vange for everything that she has done for us. Liva Camarata (Ensemble) She is so excited and honored to be participating in this play. She would like to thank Ms. Von Vange and Mr. Hiscox for working so hard to make this happen. She also would like to thank Ms. April, Ms. Peggty, Miss Sarah, and Miss Alyssa for teaching us the dance moves and our lines. She hopes you enjoy the play. Alexis Rodriguez (Castle Servant) Alex would like to thank his mother and brother for picking him up on play practice days. Milan Mason (Wolf) This is my second play and I have known Ms. VonVange since last year. She was my teacher. I enjoy the play and I wish I could be in another one. I play a wolf. Sophie Lange (Stage Crew) This is Sophie’s 2nd year at Woodhull. The play is very important to her. Sophie helps with moving all of the scenery on stage. Rob-Myrna Geneus (Castle Servant) I am proud to be in the play and this is my second year. Thank you to all the helpers and Ms. Von-Vange. She also thanks her mom and dad for picking her up from rehearsal. Rosie Arner (DinnerWare) Rosie wants to thank Ms. Von Vange and Mr. Hiscox for their patience and time for the play. It is great and she thinks every one will enjoy it. She wants to give a big thanks to everyone! Angie Amodor (Ensemble) This is Angie’s first play. She thinks it’s a lot of fun. She would like to thank her mom and dad for let-ting her do the play and for always picking her up. Thanks to all the Woodhull staff for being here with us. It has been a good experience. Nyasia Gill (Ensemble)

Nyasia Gill (Ensemble) I know Ms. VonVange from last year.as My play and social studies teacher. This is my second play. Thank you to my dad for picking me up and I will miss Ms. VonVange. Ne Vaeh Cantave (Ensemble) This is not really my first play, I used to go to a different school and in every grade you would have a small play. Ella Ackerman (Ensemble) I would like to thank my mom for letting me be in the play. This is my first year. It was so much fun! Maddy Ceraulo Ensemble She would like to thank her mom and dad for picking her up at every practice. Also paying for all of the things she needed to be in the play. Parker Hepworth (Baker) This is Parker’s very first production. He is excited to try theatre. So far he has loved it. He wants to thank all the directors for all of the help. Thank you. Ms. April, Ms. Deb, Ms. Paula, Ms. Peggy and Ms. Vickie (Helpers) What a great time we all have had! The cast and crew have been wonderful. Ms. Von Vange has done it again! And the brilliant set and costumes by Mr. Hiscox. We are so close to Broadway! Thank you, we love you, and break a leg! Tess Markotsis (Castle Servant) Tess is very excited to be in this amazing show. She wants to thank her parents for helping her learn her lines. Andrew Ganley (Ensemble/wolf) Andrew is really excited to be in the play. This is his very first play. He would like to thank his dad and grandparents for the rides. Kate Barba (Stage Crew) This is Kate’s first year in Woodhull’s school play. She gets some of the best views during rehearsal. This is very important to her. She is the Curtain Controller. Anthony Retamal (Ensemble) This is Anthony’s first play he is in ensemble. He can’t wait to see how the play turns out. Riley La Costa(Fishman) Riley is excited and honored to part of this years production of Beauty and the Beast. He previously performed in Woodhull's High School Musical as Zeke. He also has preformed in his elementary school talent show as Olaf singing the song "Summer". He'd like to thank his family and friends who are here to support him and sends his love to his Mom, Dad, his brother Brady and his little sister Meredith.

Marilin Villatoro (Stage Crew) This is Marilin’s first year in the play. It’s fun and important. She is in stage crew and helps moving things on the stage. Michael Mendikyan (Maurice): Michael has been in many other plays. But he is most excited about “Beauty and the Beast”. He would like to thank Ms. Von Vange, Mr. Hiscox, and all the other helpers. Jasper Elgart (Castle Servant): Jasper is excited to be performing as a a castle guard in Beauty and the Beast. This is his 5th play. He would like to thank Ms. Von Vange for putting together this show. Elizabeth Waters (ensemble): Elizabethe would like to thank her family for their support.