War of the Worlds would not have been possible without thegenerous contributions of many individuals.

Plano Cultural Arts CommissionRichard Bauer for the RCA mics Jerry DoddDallas Wind Symphony Travis EnerGordon James (historian) of Canton, IL Jane GoodmanBill and Terrie Justus Rich Hancock Jennifer HutchinsonFrank and Gail Miller John Mahood Bill McGuinnessThe Nor’kirk Presbyterian David A. MillerPlano Repertory Theatre Bill and Angi ParrR. L. Turner Band Department Jason RiceSt. Paul United Church of Christ Mark Shum

James T. Downey of Legacy Art & Book Works

Special Thanks

Coming Up...a staged reading of a new play by a local playwright:

Fraudartby Lloyd Birdwell

at Ozona Restaurant, 4615 Greenville Avenue in DallasWednesday, November 19 at 7:30 p.m.

a TBA comedyMesquite Arts Center Black Box Theatre

April 29 - May 22

I have been welding steel for over thirty-five years. In the early phase ofmy explorations, I was fascinated with the power of the process. Thecapability of permanently joining two pieces of steel was, and still isexhilarating. Also, the extendability of the material in space, as well as itsabundance in countless variety continues to intrigue. Steel certainly is aproduct of the industrial age, yet it can be many things. Light, airy forms,heavy architectural shapes, and sensuous organic forms are all possible. Ibelieve it is the great variety of forms that I can collect as part of my visualvocabulary, as well as forms I can fabricate in the studio, that continue tointerest me. It is the unification of these forms into a completeinterconnected sculpture that I am attempting to accomplish.

These sculptures are made of welded and painted steel. They haveevolved from an extended series of pieces concerned with fences andbarriers, both real and metaphoric, to a series of what I call urban totemicmarkers and signs.

Artist’s Statement “Saucer Attack”

directed by Matthew J. EdwardsOctober 23 - November 8

ArtCentre Theatre of Plano

presents

Rover Dramawerks

Jack, the Affliliate........................................................Jason RiceAnna, the Secretary.........................................Rachel SchnitziusCarl............................................................................Marc RouseDan, assistant Foley artist.....................................David A. MillerWilliam..........................................................................Bill OtstottJohn Houseman........................................................Michael RoeFrank, Security Guard, Detective........................Chuck E. MooreOrson Welles.........................................................Michael SturlinStephen, Parker....................................................Mark W. SmithKen, Policeman..........................................................Mark ServisOra, the Foley artist.................................................Terrie Justusthe Stage Manager...............................................Susan WagnerRay ........................................................................Rich Hancock

Cast(in order of appearance)

SettingTIME

October 30, 1938starting a few minutes before 8:00 p.m.

PLACEa soundstage at the Columbia Broadcasting System

This performance of War of the Worlds by Howard Kochis presented under license from Anne Koch.

Rover’s MissionSearching for treasures, new and rediscovered,

for theatre "off the beaten path."

Rover Dramawerks produces lost or forgotten works of well-knownauthors, revives excellent scripts that have suffered from lack of

exposure, and discovers unknown gems of the stage.

Please turn off all cellular phones, pagers, wristwatch alarms, and othernoise making devices.

Be sure to sign up for Rover Dramawerks’ mailing list and fill out a surveyso you can stay informed about upcoming productions. By signing up,

you’ll also be eligible to win two free tickets to Rover’s next show!

Thanks for supporting live theatre! We’re glad you’re here!

Announcements

Contact UsWe would love for you to get involved with us at Rover Dramawerks!

Onstage, backstage - however you want to be involved, we can use yourtalents. Or if you just want to watch the show, that's great! We need you,

and we hope to see you in our audience again!

Please e-mail us at contact_aza@roverdramawerks.com or call972-849-0358 to be added to our mailing list or volunteer your services.

And visit our website at www.roverdramawerks.com !

The carpet for the stage was graciously donated by:Bill McGuinness

with

Carpet Outlets of Texas, Inc.5200 Gus Thomasson Road, Mesquite, TX 75150

Phone: 972-279-4800 or Fax: 972-279-8445or Cell: 214-497-7532

Residential • CommercialFast, Courteous Service • Professional Installation

Major Brands • Lowest Prices

Specializing in providing wholesale price quotes on any carpet style fromany major carpet mill. Also offering a wide selection of closeouts,

overruns, and carpet specials. Wood, Laminate and Tile are also available.Ask for Bill!

Production StaffDirector......................................................................Matthew J. EdwardsAssistant Director..........................................................Rachel SchnitziusStage Manager..................................................................Susan WagnerProducer..................................................................................Jason RiceSet Design.................................................................................Bill JustusSet Construction........................................................................Bill Justus

Jason Rice David A. Miller Margo Lynn

Jennifer Hutchinson Rich Hancock

CastCostume Design........................................................Matthew J. EdwardsLighting Design............................................................Colleen RobertsonSound Design.....................................................................David A. MillerProps......................................................................................Margo LynnLight and Sound Board Operation...................................Jeska AmspokerPrograms.............................................................................Carol M. RiceProgram Cover Art...........................................................Dennis Edwards“Saucer Attack” Sculpture........................................................Jerry DoddPublicity................................................................................Carol M. RiceBox Office Coordinator........................................................Misty Baptiste

Additional scripted material byBill Parr, Jason Rice, and Matthew J. Edwards

Matthew J. Edwards (Director) Matthew has done several shows withRover Dramawerks (Lady Windermere's Fan, Mrs. California and InvisibleTicket), and is also a board member. He's been involved as a directorbefore with Rover in the One Day Only! series, but this is his first full stageproduction for them. Previous directing credits include the Insanity of MaryGirard in Carol Stream, IL. Matthew would like to dedicate this show to hisEverything, his All, Audra.

Rich Hancock (Ray) is pleased to reprise his role in War of the Worlds aftertouring with the Boston Arts Group production of the same in 1988. A NewEngland Native, Rich has been performing with a number of Dallas areacompanies since 2000.

Terrie Justus (Ora) has appeared this past year in Bucket Productions'Picnic and Rover's Lady Windermere’s Fan. Previously, she played Mrs.Pert in Garland Civic Theatre's Look Homeward Angel, and Clairee inRockwall Community Playhouse's Steel Magnolias.

David A. Miller (Dan) David is primarily a techie or designer; thisperformance marks his return to the stage in a full length play with RoverDramawerks. He also contributed to the zany fun that was this year’s, OneDay Only3! David first became associated with Rover when theyshamelessly exploited the vast resources at his disposal as a high schooltheatre teacher. He first worked on a Rover production as lighting designerfor Lady Windermere’s Fan this past January. March saw his return to thestage in ODO3 and in May he joined the board and currently serves asTreasurer. His last project with Rover was designing the set for Romanoffand Juliet. David looks forward to a long and happy relationship exploiting,um, working with Rover Dramawerks for the opportunity to do shows heenjoys, instead of doing high school theatre.

Chuck E. Moore (Frank) “Oh the humanity…”

Bill Otstott (William) would like to submit a poem for your approval.It's my first show with RoverI've done lots beforeMy resume's become longerBy one great show moreBurma-Shave

Jason Rice has been involved with Rover from the beginning, primarilybehind the scenes as a producer, sound designer, and set builder. He hasdesigned sound for theatres across the metroplex and appeared in suchshows as Witness for the Prosecution (Sir Wilfrid Robarts), Twelfth Night (SirAndrew Aguecheek), The Foreigner (Charlie), and The Compleat Works ofWllm Shkspr (abridged), for which he also arranged all those annoyingversions of “Greensleeves.” He has directed Wrens, Waiting for Godot, TheCurate Shakespeare As You Like It and Krapp’s Last Tape for BucketProductions and directed Bags for Rover earlier this year. His favorite roleof late has been as dad to 21-month old Stephen.

Who’s WhoMichael Roe (John Houseman) was most recently seen as Claudius inShakespeare for the Modern Man - Lesson 2: Hamlet. He will be seen next as TheGhost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol. (Both at the Pocket SandwichTheatre). He has always been fascinated with radio drama and hopes that youenjoy watching this as much as he enjoys participating.

Marc Rouse (Carl) Mr. Rouse has been acting in Dallas since his (completelyunheralded) arrival in 1995. This is his second production with Rover Dramawerks,most recently starring in the production of Lady Windermere’s Fan. Marc hails fromthe state of Colorado and has a degree in acting from the KD Studio Actor’sConservatory of the Southwest. Please note that Mr. Rouse will only take questionsfrom the press through his publicist.

Rachel Schnitzius (Assistant Director/Secretary) is proud to be making anappearance in her fourth Rover Production. She has also been involved with Mrs.California, Lady Windermere’s Fan, and made her costuming debut duringRomanoff and Juliet. Other previous roles include Jane Bennet in Pride andPrejudice (Bucket Productions), Lilly Luscious in Cowboys! (Pegasus Theater) andNettie in Sweeny Todd (Pocket Sandwich Theater). Rachel is also a scenic artistand just finished painting some lovely Asian motifs on Nunsense II at RichardsonTheatre Center.

Mark Servis (Ken) is proud to be making his Rover Productions debut in War of theWorlds. His last stage appearance was in a Denton Community Theater productionof Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as Brick. His previous stage credits include I Do, I Do asHe, Harry Horner in The Country Wife and Jean in Miss Julie. Mark's commercialcredits include spots for "Rooms to Go", "EasyGo" and "CNN Headline News." Markearned a Bachelors Degree in Drama from UT-Pan American and enjoys spendingtime with his three beautiful children, friends at The 'kirk and anything to do withbaseball.

Mark W. Smith (Stephen) is a native of Dallas and a Graphics Designer/WorshipLeader/coffee house singer. His previous shows include Lead in The Day He WoreMy Crown, co-lead The Diary of Adam and Eve, and co-lead in The Return. He hasalso been involved in industrial and commercial voice-overs including spots for theGarland Chamber of Commerce, McDonald’s, the People’s Network and severalprojects for the Defense Industry. Mark is married to Suzann with whom he has twovery talented kids, Gabriel and Savannah Smith.

Michael Sturlin (Orson) This is Michael’s first leading role since graduating fromAustin College in 1997. He has recently played the roles of Barnette Lloyd inCrimes of the Heart and Charles Thompson in 1776 at First United Methodist ofDallas. He currently attends University Park United Methodist where he sings bassin the Chancel Choir, as well as being involved in the singles group. Michael wouldlike to thank God, his family and friends for their continued love and support. P.S. -Monkeys Rock.

Susan Wagner (Stage Manager) has done most of her stage work in the Pittsburgharea, although she last appeared in Rover’s Romanoff and Juliet. She becameaddicted to the smell of the greasepaint in the tenth grade when she was cast asMrs. Sowerberry in Oliver! Since then, some of her favorite roles have been Jan inGrease, Louisa in The Fantasticks, Lucy Brown in Three Penny Opera, and theWicked Witch in The Wizard of Oz.

Matthew J. Edwards (Director) Matthew has done several shows withRover Dramawerks (Lady Windermere's Fan, Mrs. California and InvisibleTicket), and is also a board member. He's been involved as a directorbefore with Rover in the One Day Only! series, but this is his first full stageproduction for them. Previous directing credits include the Insanity of MaryGirard in Carol Stream, IL. Matthew would like to dedicate this show to hisEverything, his All, Audra.

Rich Hancock (Ray) is pleased to reprise his role in War of the Worlds aftertouring with the Boston Arts Group production of the same in 1988. A NewEngland Native, Rich has been performing with a number of Dallas areacompanies since 2000.

Terrie Justus (Ora) has appeared this past year in Bucket Productions'Picnic and Rover's Lady Windermere’s Fan. Previously, she played Mrs.Pert in Garland Civic Theatre's Look Homeward Angel, and Clairee inRockwall Community Playhouse's Steel Magnolias.

David A. Miller (Dan) David is primarily a techie or designer; thisperformance marks his return to the stage in a full length play with RoverDramawerks. He also contributed to the zany fun that was this year’s, OneDay Only3! David first became associated with Rover when theyshamelessly exploited the vast resources at his disposal as a high schooltheatre teacher. He first worked on a Rover production as lighting designerfor Lady Windermere’s Fan this past January. March saw his return to thestage in ODO3 and in May he joined the board and currently serves asTreasurer. His last project with Rover was designing the set for Romanoffand Juliet. David looks forward to a long and happy relationship exploiting,um, working with Rover Dramawerks for the opportunity to do shows heenjoys, instead of doing high school theatre.

Chuck E. Moore (Frank) “Oh the humanity…”

Bill Otstott (William) would like to submit a poem for your approval.It's my first show with RoverI've done lots beforeMy resume's become longerBy one great show moreBurma-Shave

Jason Rice has been involved with Rover from the beginning, primarilybehind the scenes as a producer, sound designer, and set builder. He hasdesigned sound for theatres across the metroplex and appeared in suchshows as Witness for the Prosecution (Sir Wilfrid Robarts), Twelfth Night (SirAndrew Aguecheek), The Foreigner (Charlie), and The Compleat Works ofWllm Shkspr (abridged), for which he also arranged all those annoyingversions of “Greensleeves.” He has directed Wrens, Waiting for Godot, TheCurate Shakespeare As You Like It and Krapp’s Last Tape for BucketProductions and directed Bags for Rover earlier this year. His favorite roleof late has been as dad to 21-month old Stephen.

Who’s WhoMichael Roe (John Houseman) was most recently seen as Claudius inShakespeare for the Modern Man - Lesson 2: Hamlet. He will be seen next as TheGhost of Christmas Present in A Christmas Carol. (Both at the Pocket SandwichTheatre). He has always been fascinated with radio drama and hopes that youenjoy watching this as much as he enjoys participating.

Marc Rouse (Carl) Mr. Rouse has been acting in Dallas since his (completelyunheralded) arrival in 1995. This is his second production with Rover Dramawerks,most recently starring in the production of Lady Windermere’s Fan. Marc hails fromthe state of Colorado and has a degree in acting from the KD Studio Actor’sConservatory of the Southwest. Please note that Mr. Rouse will only take questionsfrom the press through his publicist.

Rachel Schnitzius (Assistant Director/Secretary) is proud to be making anappearance in her fourth Rover Production. She has also been involved with Mrs.California, Lady Windermere’s Fan, and made her costuming debut duringRomanoff and Juliet. Other previous roles include Jane Bennet in Pride andPrejudice (Bucket Productions), Lilly Luscious in Cowboys! (Pegasus Theater) andNettie in Sweeny Todd (Pocket Sandwich Theater). Rachel is also a scenic artistand just finished painting some lovely Asian motifs on Nunsense II at RichardsonTheatre Center.

Mark Servis (Ken) is proud to be making his Rover Productions debut in War of theWorlds. His last stage appearance was in a Denton Community Theater productionof Cat on a Hot Tin Roof as Brick. His previous stage credits include I Do, I Do asHe, Harry Horner in The Country Wife and Jean in Miss Julie. Mark's commercialcredits include spots for "Rooms to Go", "EasyGo" and "CNN Headline News." Markearned a Bachelors Degree in Drama from UT-Pan American and enjoys spendingtime with his three beautiful children, friends at The 'kirk and anything to do withbaseball.

Mark W. Smith (Stephen) is a native of Dallas and a Graphics Designer/WorshipLeader/coffee house singer. His previous shows include Lead in The Day He WoreMy Crown, co-lead The Diary of Adam and Eve, and co-lead in The Return. He hasalso been involved in industrial and commercial voice-overs including spots for theGarland Chamber of Commerce, McDonald’s, the People’s Network and severalprojects for the Defense Industry. Mark is married to Suzann with whom he has twovery talented kids, Gabriel and Savannah Smith.

Michael Sturlin (Orson) This is Michael’s first leading role since graduating fromAustin College in 1997. He has recently played the roles of Barnette Lloyd inCrimes of the Heart and Charles Thompson in 1776 at First United Methodist ofDallas. He currently attends University Park United Methodist where he sings bassin the Chancel Choir, as well as being involved in the singles group. Michael wouldlike to thank God, his family and friends for their continued love and support. P.S. -Monkeys Rock.

Susan Wagner (Stage Manager) has done most of her stage work in the Pittsburgharea, although she last appeared in Rover’s Romanoff and Juliet. She becameaddicted to the smell of the greasepaint in the tenth grade when she was cast asMrs. Sowerberry in Oliver! Since then, some of her favorite roles have been Jan inGrease, Louisa in The Fantasticks, Lucy Brown in Three Penny Opera, and theWicked Witch in The Wizard of Oz.

The carpet for the stage was graciously donated by:Bill McGuinness

with

Carpet Outlets of Texas, Inc.5200 Gus Thomasson Road, Mesquite, TX 75150

Phone: 972-279-4800 or Fax: 972-279-8445or Cell: 214-497-7532

Residential • CommercialFast, Courteous Service • Professional Installation

Major Brands • Lowest Prices

Specializing in providing wholesale price quotes on any carpet style fromany major carpet mill. Also offering a wide selection of closeouts,

overruns, and carpet specials. Wood, Laminate and Tile are also available.Ask for Bill!

Production StaffDirector......................................................................Matthew J. EdwardsAssistant Director..........................................................Rachel SchnitziusStage Manager..................................................................Susan WagnerProducer..................................................................................Jason RiceSet Design.................................................................................Bill JustusSet Construction........................................................................Bill Justus

Jason Rice David A. Miller Margo Lynn

Jennifer Hutchinson Rich Hancock

CastCostume Design........................................................Matthew J. EdwardsLighting Design............................................................Colleen RobertsonSound Design.....................................................................David A. MillerProps......................................................................................Margo LynnLight and Sound Board Operation...................................Jeska AmspokerPrograms.............................................................................Carol M. RiceProgram Cover Art...........................................................Dennis Edwards“Saucer Attack” Sculpture........................................................Jerry DoddPublicity................................................................................Carol M. RiceBox Office Coordinator........................................................Misty Baptiste

Additional scripted material byBill Parr, Jason Rice, and Matthew J. Edwards

Jack, the Affliliate........................................................Jason RiceAnna, the Secretary.........................................Rachel SchnitziusCarl............................................................................Marc RouseDan, assistant Foley artist.....................................David A. MillerWilliam..........................................................................Bill OtstottJohn Houseman........................................................Michael RoeFrank, Security Guard, Detective........................Chuck E. MooreOrson Welles.........................................................Michael SturlinStephen, Parker....................................................Mark W. SmithKen, Policeman..........................................................Mark ServisOra, the Foley artist.................................................Terrie Justusthe Stage Manager...............................................Susan WagnerRay ........................................................................Rich Hancock

Cast(in order of appearance)

SettingTIME

October 30, 1938starting a few minutes before 8:00 p.m.

PLACEa soundstage at the Columbia Broadcasting System

This performance of War of the Worlds by Howard Kochis presented under license from Anne Koch.

Rover’s MissionSearching for treasures, new and rediscovered,

for theatre "off the beaten path."

Rover Dramawerks produces lost or forgotten works of well-knownauthors, revives excellent scripts that have suffered from lack of

exposure, and discovers unknown gems of the stage.

Please turn off all cellular phones, pagers, wristwatch alarms, and othernoise making devices.

Be sure to sign up for Rover Dramawerks’ mailing list and fill out a surveyso you can stay informed about upcoming productions. By signing up,

you’ll also be eligible to win two free tickets to Rover’s next show!

Thanks for supporting live theatre! We’re glad you’re here!

Announcements

Contact UsWe would love for you to get involved with us at Rover Dramawerks!

Onstage, backstage - however you want to be involved, we can use yourtalents. Or if you just want to watch the show, that's great! We need you,

and we hope to see you in our audience again!

Please e-mail us at contact_aza@roverdramawerks.com or call972-849-0358 to be added to our mailing list or volunteer your services.

And visit our website at www.roverdramawerks.com !

War of the Worlds would not have been possible without thegenerous contributions of many individuals.

Plano Cultural Arts CommissionRichard Bauer for the RCA mics Jerry DoddDallas Wind Symphony Travis EnerGordon James (historian) of Canton, IL Jane GoodmanBill and Terrie Justus Rich Hancock Jennifer HutchinsonFrank and Gail Miller John Mahood Bill McGuinnessThe Nor’kirk Presbyterian David A. MillerPlano Repertory Theatre Bill and Angi ParrR. L. Turner Band Department Jason RiceSt. Paul United Church of Christ Mark Shum

James T. Downey of Legacy Art & Book Works

Special Thanks

Coming Up...a staged reading of a new play by a local playwright:

Fraudartby Lloyd Birdwell

at Ozona Restaurant, 4615 Greenville Avenue in DallasWednesday, November 19 at 7:30 p.m.

a TBA comedyMesquite Arts Center Black Box Theatre

April 29 - May 22

I have been welding steel for over thirty-five years. In the early phase ofmy explorations, I was fascinated with the power of the process. Thecapability of permanently joining two pieces of steel was, and still isexhilarating. Also, the extendability of the material in space, as well as itsabundance in countless variety continues to intrigue. Steel certainly is aproduct of the industrial age, yet it can be many things. Light, airy forms,heavy architectural shapes, and sensuous organic forms are all possible. Ibelieve it is the great variety of forms that I can collect as part of my visualvocabulary, as well as forms I can fabricate in the studio, that continue tointerest me. It is the unification of these forms into a completeinterconnected sculpture that I am attempting to accomplish.

These sculptures are made of welded and painted steel. They haveevolved from an extended series of pieces concerned with fences andbarriers, both real and metaphoric, to a series of what I call urban totemicmarkers and signs.

Artist’s Statement “Saucer Attack”

directed by Matthew J. EdwardsOctober 23 - November 8

ArtCentre Theatre of Plano

presents

Rover Dramawerks