M O R R I S T O W N H I G H S C H O O L

CONGRATULATIONSto the cast and crew

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for their dedication and hard work!

Morristown High School TheatreMorris School District, Morristown, NJ

Mr. Joe Wohlgemuth - DirectorMr. Skip Yingling - Vocal Musical Director

Mrs. Susan Cracovaner - Costume Designer Mr. Barry Kenner - Set Construction Supervisor

Ms. Maria Anne Ross - Lighting Design Supervisor Mr. James Boothby - ShowGram Supervisor

Mr. Michael Manahan - Sound SupervisorMiss Kellie Savage - Student Director/Stage Manager

Miss Molly Dugan - Head of Crew, Assistant Stage ManagerMiss Erin Anders - Props Mistress

Master Andrew Mitchell - Head of Technical CrewMiss Meghan Kelly - House Manager

Produced by special arrangement withThe Dramatic Publishing Company

of Woodstock, Illinois

PresentsAnita Loos’

Dramatized byKristin Sergel

Board of Education Morris School District

Interim Board of Education Secretary Mr. Richard Rosenberg

President Ms. Lisa PollackVice President

Mrs. Marie FornaroMrs. Nancy Bangiola

Mr. Christopher Gardner (Morris Plains Representative)Mr. Peter Gallerstein Ms. Lynn Horowitz Ms. Sandra McNeilMrs. Teresa Murphy

Mrs. Ann RhinesDr. Angela Rieck

Morristown High SchoolAdministrative Team

Dr. Thomas Ficarra, Superintendent

PrincipalMs. Linda Murphy

Vice PrincipalMr. Michael Bruchac

Supervisors of CurriculumMs. Celeste Hammell & Mr. Scott Klepesch

Director of Guidance and Counseling ServicesMs. Leslee Scheckman

Athletic DirectorMs. Kathleen Perri

Deans Of StudentsMr. Gregory DiGioacchino

& Mr. Smitty Horton

CAST of CHARACTERS

Place: Here and abroad.

Piano: Mr. Skip YinglingDrums: John Nally

Time: The Roaring ‘20’s.

The Flappers Hailey Gilbert Madeline Dean

Estefania Giraldo

Hotel Manager Cole Stukane

Porter Derek Mull

Chambermaid, and an astute one Ariana Smith

Mr. Broussard, Jr Jordan Rabinowitz

Mr. Broussard, Sr Darren Rabinowitz

Aunt Dolly, a free thinker Gloria Bangiola

Mrs. Spoffard, who is very rich Caitlin Barnett

Margaret, her eligible daughter Erin Schwartz

Mrs. Van Austin, another social climber Meghan Kelly

Miss Chapman, a companion Rachel Caretta

Henry Spoffard III, her sought-after son Eric Sturm

Mr. Lee (“Daddy”), Lorelei’s father Miles Rogers

Dorothy, her best friend Carolina Alvarez

Lorelei Lee, whom gentlemen prefer Noelia Mann

Sylvia, her eligible daughter Shannon Kikuchi

Mrs. Van Osborne, a social climber Rachael Clinton

The Captain of the “Majestic” Gersson Romero

Sam, a would-be writer Danny Dones

Bert, a tennis player Cesar Villavicencio

Edwards, a steward Dane Glynn

Theatre Parents AssociationBoard Members

President:Ms. Nancy Bangiola

Vice President:Ms. Jill Cecala

Treasurer:Ms. Julie Mull Concessions:

Mr. Craig Gilbert

Kisses & Kudos:Ms. Jo Ann Dugan & Ms. Patti Anders

Rehearsal Food:Ms. Joan Sturm

& Ms. Sabine Mann

Senior Citizen Performance: Ms. Mary Savage

Ticket Sales:Ms. Maureen Kennedy,

Mr. Gary Kikuchi& Ms. Jill Cecala

Advertising and Publicity:Ms. Nancy Bangiola

ShowGram:Ms. Julie Mull

Since Barnum in the Spring of 2010, the ShowGram Team has been committed to making green decisions concerning the responsible production of The ShowGram. Some of these decisions include using local printers to reduce fuel costs while shipping, decreasing the overall number of pages, and producing fewer programs. We feel our biggest impact happens by collecting and reusing

the unwanted ShowGrams at the end of each performance. So, please excuse us if you got a less than new ShowGram. We would appreciate it if you would recycle your ShowGram at the end of the show at the door on the way out; baskets will be available. Thank you again for your continued support in all of the MHS Theatre’s accomplishments!

Special Note: The ShowGram has Gone Green!

TPA Acknowledgements

Thank You...

The Theatre Parents Association would like to thank Director Joe Wohlgemuth, ShowGram Advisor Jim Boothby, Set Construction Supervisor Barry Kenner, Lighting and Tech Supervisor, Maria Ross, and Music Director Skip Yingling. We also appreciate the support of the Morristown High School Administration for its support, and in particular Mr. Bruchac for his continued enthusiasm for this program.

Thank you to Dr. Ficarra and the Board of Education for their commitment to the Arts in Education and to the numerous parent volunteers who have given hours of time in support of this production.

Congratulations to the students on a wonderful production of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.

Morris Habitat ReStore in Mine Hill for their generous loaning of furniture and lamps

Greystone Park Association Thrift Shop on Greystone campus for their loaning of lamps and stage props

Suvio’s Pizzeria and Restaurant in Morristown for discounts in feeding MHS theater students with pizzas and pasta for rehearsal dinners

Long John’s Sandwich Shop in Morristown for discounts in feeding MHS students subs for rehearsal dinner

Elliott’s Flower Shop of Morristown for discount on flowers for Kudos

SmartWorld Coffee in Morristown for donating coffee and supplies for the Senior Citizen Performance

Headquarters Theatre 10 and Tart & Tufo in Morristown for complimentary tickets and gift certificate for our top booster sellers 2009-2010

GloriaBangiola

CarolinaAlvarez

CaitlinBarnett

DannyDones

RachelCarretta

Derek Mull

Noelia Mann

Kellie Savage

Miles Rodgers

Darren Rabinowitz

EstefaniaGiraldo

DaneGlynn

MeghanKelly

ShannonKikuchi

Hailey Gilbert

Erin Schwartz

Cole Stukane

EricSturm

Not Pictured: Rachael Clinton, Madeline Dean, Molly Goldberg, John Nally, Jordan Rabinowitz, Gersson Romero, ArianaSmith, Sam Stryker, Cesar Villavicencio, Joe Viola & Kayla Wolff

CAST

CREW

SammieReilly

Ryan Gallagher

MollyDugan

ChrisJones

JennaBecker

ErinAnders

May you continue to find new places to wear your diamonds!

Best Wishes Lorelei!and to the Entire

CAST & CREW- The Mann Family

Michael DiMare

Peter Hamfeldt

AndrewMitchell

Nikky Shah

EanRyan

CassieShipe

Synopsis

Scene One:A hotel room in a New York City hotel suite. Summer.

Scene Two:On the deck of the “Majestic” bound for Europe.

Several days later, morning.

Scene Three:A hotel room in Paris. A few days later.

Scene One:The same hotel room. Mid-afternoon, about a week later.

Scene Two:The same hotel room. The following morning.

Act II

Act I

Carolina AlvarezErin AndersGloria BangiolaCaitlin BarnettRachel CarrettaRachael ClintonMadeline DeanDanny Dones

Hailey GilbertShannon KikuchiNoelia MannDerek MullAriana SmithKellie SavageEric SturmCesar Villavicencio

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Director’s NoteLast season, our productions

centered on male characters, namely Stanley Banks in Father of the Bride, and P.T. Barnum in the musical Barnum. This year, I wanted to find plays that focused on strong women and “girl power,” during my research I came across Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. We’ve all learned the lesson that you can’t judge a book by its cover, and in this case, you can’t judge a play by its title.

Gentlemen Prefer Blondes is based on the book of the same name by Anita Loos, who is arguably a feminist. The fact that Loos was a feminist and she chose Gentlemen Prefer Blondes as the title of her book led to many thought-provoking discussions with the cast. We concluded that the title is satirical and tongue-in-cheek, as is the plot of the book and the play. Loos’ sarcasm and wit spilled over into her personal life, She once said, “I’m furious about the women’s liberationists. They keep getting up on soapboxes and proclaiming that women are brighter than men. That’s true, but it should be kept very quiet or it ruins the whole racket.”

Throughout the rehearsal process there were so many teachable moments, specifically from a historical perspective. I shared with the cast how my grandmother embraced the fashion of the flapper, and she even

had the audacity to roll her stockings down at the beach. I also told them how my grandmother often recalled the time when women did not have the right to vote, and she explained to me how this privilege is our most precious duty as Americans. My grandmother was a feminist and a flapper, and this led to a discussion on who were the true feminists, suffragists or flappers? We talked about how Aunt Dolly embodies the suffragist struggle, and Lorelei adopted the flapper sensibility. We agreed that both women are strong and independent, two different soldiers marching towards self-awareness and equality. Both characters reject oppression; Aunt Dolly through parades, and Lorelei through fashion and self-discovery. Theatre is communication, and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes offered numerous stimulating conversations about history, the feminist movement, and equality.

Our Theatre program is continuing to thrive with the support of so many talented and dedicated people. I’d like to thank the MHS Administration, our mascot Mr. Bruchac, the TPA, and especially the fabulous cast and crew of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.

Joe Wohlgemuth Director

DirectorJoe Wohlgemuth

Joe Wohlgemuth (Director) – ’84 For MHS, Joe has directed Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. He has his M.A. in Theatre, and he is an actor, director, playwright, and theatre educator. Joe is also the director of the Morris Plains Recreation Summer Theatre Program, where he directed productions of Bye Bye Birdie, Seussical, Grease, Once on This Island, and Babes in Arms. For the past fifteen years, Joe has directed Stage Fun for the Municipal Alliance in Morris Plains, using creative dramatics to increase self-esteem and self-expression for elementary and middle school students. This Fall a group of MHS thespians assisted with the Stage Fun workshops, and they were an asset to the program and a credit to our high school.

Joe wrote, directed, and starred in Loyal Companion, which was produced at the American Globe Theatre, the Duplex Cabaret Theatre, and The Strawberry Festival One-Act Festival, and was published in The Best Plays from the Strawberry One-Act Festival 2006. Loyal Companion was also produced at the Barn Theatre in Montville last spring as part of the

Solstice Showcase: One Act Festival. His home theatre base for many years was Allegro Productions, where he performed some of his favorite roles, including Eddie Lyons in Blood Brothers, Will in The Will Rogers Follies, Lita Encore in Ruthless!, Oscar in a revamped The Odd Couple, and Bela Zangler in the New Jersey premiere of Crazy for You. In addition, he directed numerous productions at Allegro including Agnes of God, A Streetcar Named Desire, and How I Learned to Drive.

As a performer, Joe has performed in productions throughout New York City. He was seen as Tommy in the New York revival of Raft of the Medusa at the Wings Theatre, Toby in Loyal Companion and Oscar in The Bionic Woman’s Missing a Sneaker at the Duplex Cabaret Theatre, Junior in Running for the Milk Can Theatre Company, and Mantha in the world premiere of Cex and the Sity (a parody of Sex and the City) at the Producer’ s Club.

Joe also has a Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology, and works as a Speech Therapist at the Lake Drive School.

A graduate of MHS in 2002, Skip went on to receive degrees of Bachelor of Music and Masters in Business Administration from Stetson University in Florida. Currently, Skip is the Minister of Music at the P r e s b y t e r i a n Church in Morris Plains and Music Teacher for Joyful Noise Nursery School. He has been Musical Director for the Morris Plains Recreation Summer Theatre P r o g r a m productions of Grease, Once On This Island, and Babes In Arms. Skip has also

been the Vocal and Music Director for the MHS Fall and Spring productions of Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Barnum, and Father of the Bride.

Vocal DirectorSkip Yingling

Lighting DesignerMaria Anne Ross

Ms. Ross has worked as a freelance lighting designer throughout the Tri-State area. She has also co-produced two Off-Broadway productions, as well as an Equity Musical Mystery Theater at the Hilton Hotel. Three times nominated for New Jersey State awards in lighting, her designs have been seen at local companies such as Nutley Little Theater, The Ars Nova Players, Allegro Productions, Musicom Productions, Song & Dance Associates, The Eastern PA Theater Alliance, Montclair Operetta Club and 4th Wall

Musical Theater. Maria currently enjoys teaching Lighting Design and Technical Theater as part of the Performing Arts Department here at Morristown High School, where she designed lighting for MHS’s Spring Musical, Barnum. She has also contributed her talents to Babes in Arms for the Morris Plains Recreation Summer Theatre Program; and enjoys teaching the students of the Brightest Star Performing Arts Program located at the Bickford Theater of the Morris Museum.

Carolina Alvarez (Dorothy) - ‘12 Carolina’s goals in life are to graduate from high school and attend college to get a BFA in Music, Dance, and Theater, then transfer to New York for her master’s degree. She also plans to minor in business so she can start one in the future, along with her musical career. Eventually, she wants to marry a handsome, virtuous man whom she could start a family with. Her past productions at MHS include Barnum, Father of the Bride, and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Her role models are her parents, Lena Horne, and Jesus. She’d like to thank all those who believe in her, her mom for all her help, her dad for support, Mrs. Goldman who opened up her passion for acting, and Professor Sheyn for being incredible. Her favorite quote is, “Be great in act, as you have been in thought.” - William Shakespeare.

Gloria Bangiola (Aunt Dolly) - ‘11 Gloria’s goals in life are to live and love through her art and to examine the secret life of bees. Her past MHS productions include You Can’t Take It With You, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, The Day Justice Died, Father of the Bride, Barnum, After the Crash, and Aria Da Capo. Gloria wants to thank the ShowGram Committee, her ad-sales chicas, and the theatre in general for helping her to grow into who she is today. Her favorite quote is, “People are illogical, unreasonable, and self centered. Love them anyway.” - Dr. Kent Keith. Her favorite MHS memory is nearly breaking Laura James’s toe while attempting to kill her in Aria da Capo.

Caitlin Barnett (Mrs. Spofford) - ‘12 Caitlin’s goals in life are to join the Peace Corps and work at a production agency. She has performed in Oh! What a Lovely War and Spoon River. Her post-high school plans include attending a university to study Theatre

Arts. Caitlin credits her Uncle Lester, Katherine Hepburn, Michael J. Fox, and Miss Vanessa as her role models. She would also like to thank her family for being supportive of all her endeavors.

Rachel Carretta (Miss Chapman) - ’11 Rachel’s goal in life is to obtain happiness by being true to herself. Her past MHS productions include How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride and Barnum. Rachel would like to thank her other half, Noelia, for playing such a large role in her success and happiness. She could not have done it without her. She would also like to thank Coconut. Her favorite quote is, “You hope for blah. And sometimes you find it. But mostly it is blah. And waiting for blah. And hoping you are right about the blah’s you made...”- Andy Botwin.

Rachael Clinton (Mrs. Van Osborne) - ’13 Rachael’s ultimate goal is to become a pediatrician. This is her first play at MHS, but she has performed in Frelinghuysen’s High School Musical and Peter Pan, Worth Tyrell Studio’s The Wizard of Oz, and other productions at Normandy Park. She would like to thank her parents whose support allowed her to step outside of herself. Her favorite quote is, “Success is the ability to go from failure to failure without losing your enthusiasm.” - Sir Winston Churchill.

Madeline Dean (Flapper) - ’10 Madeline’s goals in life are to attend Northeastern University and work doing something she loves. This is her first appearance in a MHS production, but she has performed in shows such as School House Rock, Mary Poppins, High School Musical, and Beauty and the Beast. Madeline wants to thank her family and everyone involved in putting the show together. Her favorite quote is, “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams, live the life you have imagined.” -Thoreau.

Danny Dones (Sam) - ’12 Danny’s goal in life is to use music for reform. His

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past MHS productions include Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. He has also competed as a finalist in the third-annual Morristown’s Got Talent. Following high school, he hopes to attend Gettysburg or Ithaca College for music. His role models include Jon Mitchell, Stefani Germanotta, and Stevie Wonder. Danny would like to thank the morning/lunch crew for making his day worthwhile. His favorite quote is, “A boy never noticed the color of the sky, but as he grew older, it was hard to pass by.” - himself.

Estefania Giraldo (Flapper) - ’14 Estefania’s goals in life are to travel the world and possibly pursue a career in medicine. This is her first MHS performance. She has performed in three Frelinghuysen productions and in several Brightest Star productions including Thoroughly Modern Millie and Guys & Dolls. She wants to thank her parents for always being supportive and encouraging her. Her favorite quote is, “Actions lie louder than words.” - Carolyn Wells.

Hailey Gilbert (Flapper) - ‘12 Hailey’s goals are to attend college to study Speech. Her past MHS productions include Barnum, Father of the Bride, and Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. She has also performed in various productions at the Hexagon Players of Mendham, the Brightest Star program at the Bickford Theatre, and was also member in the Community Theatre Performing Arts Troope. Hailey would like to thank her friends and especially her family (real and play) for always being there to support her and making her smile. Mom and Papa I hope you’re singing/dancing along! Her favorite quote is, “You’ve got your passion, you’ve got your pride, but don’t you know that only fools are satisfied.” - Billy Joel.

Dane Glynn (Steward) - ’13 Dane’s past MHS productions include Father of the Bride and Barnum. He recently signed with Key Media Public Relation’s

record label and released his debut album, Sir Dream A-Lot, worldwide on iTunes and other digital music outlets. Dane’s main goal in life is to be happy and one day be singing eight times a week on Broadway. He would like to thank his family for their unconditional love and support, his manager and producer Denise Marsa, and his voice teacher, John.

Meghan Kelly (Mrs. Van Austin) - ‘11 Meghan’s goal in life is to always be Gavroche. Her past theatre experiences include Barnum, Father of the Bride, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Auntie Mame, and How to Succeed In Business Without Really Trying. She also participated in the Trilogy Repertory production of Oliver! Meghan would like to thank Erin for being her baby, Brian for being her brother, Class of ‘11 for all of the memories, and the entire theatre for being the place where she could relax and wear ugly sweatpants for four years. Meghan’s favorite quote is, “I sing just like Aretha so respect me like I’m Caesar.” - B.o.B. Her favorite theatre moments are the little ones where everyone is tired and unhappy, but we’re completely one with each other.

Shannon Kikuchi (Sylvia) - ’13 Shannon’s goal in life is to get through high school. Her past MHS productions include Father of the Bride and Barnum. She has also performed in the Morris Plains Borough School’s production of Willy Wonka, and the Morris Plains summer production of Once on This Island. Shannon would like to thank her family and friends for their constant support and patience. Her favorite quote is, “When they keep yelling at you to improve, you know they still have faith you can be better.”- Randy Paunch.

Noelia Mann (Lorelei Lee) - ‘11 As a senior at MHS, Noelia’s past performances include How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. After

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high school, Noelia hopes to continue to pursue Theater and Literature. Noelia’s goals in life include making things beautiful, climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, making an impact, and learning how to cook something halfway decent—or finding someone who will cook more than decently for her. Her role models are Audrey Hepburn and her mother, whom she would also like to thank for always wanting to get involved and help, asking questions, never doubting her, being one of those “more than decent cooks,” and having a beautiful accent. Her favorite quote is, “‘There is no use trying,’ said Alice. ‘One can’t believe impossible things.’ ‘You haven’t had much practice,’ said the queen. ‘When I was your age, I always did it for half an hour a day. Why, sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast.’” - Lewis Carroll. Noelia’s favorite theatre moment was the first day of play practice in her freshman year, when she walked into the auditorium for the first time and someone she didn’t know (yet) said, “Welcome home.”

Darren Rabinowitz (Mr. Broussard Sr.) - ’11 Darren’s goals in life are to be happy and healthy and, if he can, to make others happy and healthy as well. His past MHS productions include Barnum and Aria de Capo. After high school, Darren plans to attend college, and then go wherever life takes him after that. His role models include Oren Rabinowitz and Nicolas Mouracade. He would like to thank his broken rib for putting him out of wrestling this past season, as well as his mother, who suggested that he pick up acting. He would also like to thank Oren Rabinowitz for proving that people will like you no matter what you do or what you believe in. Darren’s favorite quotes are, “Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has courage to lose sight of the shore.” - Andre Gide; and, “Speak softly but carry a big can of paint.” - Banksy. His favorite moment in MHS Theatre is learning to balance a chair while sweating mime paint.

Jordan Rabinowitz (M. Broussard Jr.) - ‘14 This is Jordan’s first MHS production, although he has performed in Back to the ‘80’s, and in the Frelinghuysen Middle School production of Peter Pan. Jordan is looking forward to being in many MHS productions in the future and he aspires to be a scientist one day.

Miles Rodgers (Daddy) - ‘11 Miles’ goals in life are to attend a good college and find his purpose. His past MHS productions include How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. He has also performed in the one-act Cake, as well as King Lear, Troilus and Cressida, and Loves Labors Lost. Miles’ role models include Oren Rabinowitz, David Pitt, and Mr. Lavigne. He would like to thank MHS Theater, his friends, and his family. Miles’ favorite quote is, “Buckingham Caterers, Massoula’s the name! Sir, Madame, at your service.” - Massoula.

Gersson Romero (Captain) - ‘12 Gersson’s goals in life are to keep in touch with his friends after high school and to find a good paying job. This is his first MHS production. His role model is Michael Phelps. Gersson would like to thank his friends and family for always being there with him through everything. His favorite quote is, “Eat, swim, sleep.” - Michael Phelps.

Erin Schwartz (Margaret) - ‘11 Erin’s goals in life are to see a narwhal, show at New York Fashion Week, and marry Mike Chang. Her past MHS productions include How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Three Coffee Pots and a Waffle Iron, Trifles, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. After high school, Erin plans to either study fashion or language, preferably both. Her role models include Ke$ha, Lady Gaga, Elizabeth Conworthy Lemon, and Victoria Woodhull. Erin would like to thank Mom, Dad, Anne, Keiko, and Meghan for always being there.

Her favorite MHS Theater moment is overdramatically reciting Julie’s ping-pong ball monologue with left wing crew during every show of Auntie Mame. Her favorite quote is, “I think about more than I forget, but I don’t go around fire expecting not to sweat.” - Weezy.

Ariana Smith (Chambermaid) - ’14 Ariana’s goals in life are to one day travel the world and experience different cultures and to pursue a career in humanities, preferably acting. Ariana is new to the Morristown High School Theatre but no stranger to the stage. She has acted in plays such as 13, Grease, Good News and Once Upon a Mattress. This year, Ariana was involved in the advertisements and the ShowGram for the MHS Theatre and hopes to continue her involvement in other MHS Theatre productions in the future. After graduating high school, Ariana plans to attend a college or university. She would like to send special thanks to her family for their continued love and support, and for the rides to and from rehearsals! Her favorite quote is, “Everyone’s a star and deserves the right to twinkle.” - Marilyn Monroe.

Cole Stukane (Manager) - ’12 Cole’s goals in life are to narrow his perspectives into one field, go to school for that topic, and get a successful job afterward. His past productions include Snow White, Annie, Guys & Dolls, Anything Goes, and High School Musical. He has also performed in the MHS productions of Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. Cole wants to thank his friends for being supportive, even through his busy schedule. His favorite quote is, “Whoever I am and whatever I am doing, some kind of excellence is within my reach.” - John W. Gardiner.

Eric Sturm (Henry Spoffard) - ’11 Eric’s goal in life is to be happy and loving. His past MHS productions include How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride,

and Barnum. He hopes to attend NYU next year and find a career he enjoys. His role models include The Dalai Lama, John Frusciante, The Beatles, Michel Gondry and Stephen Colbert. He would like to thank his family, Joe Wohlgemuth, Alex, Ean, and Taylor for their support. His favorite quote is, “When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace.” - Jimi Hendrix. Eric’s favorite Theatre moments were hanging out backstage freshman and sophomore year.

Cesar Villavicencio (Bert) - ‘14 Cesar’s goal in life is to become a successful businessman, lawyer, or architect. He is a newcomer to the MHS Theatre but has starred in Back to the 80’s, and has also performed in Peter Pan, Beauty and the Beast, The American Dream, and Pandora’s Predicament. Cesar attended one year of acting school at the John Robert Powers Acting & Modeling Agency. He would like to thank his parents for all the love and support they’ve given him throughout the years. His favorite quote is, “I’m selfish, impatient and a little insecure. I make mistakes. I am out of control and at times hard to handle. But if you can’t handle me at my worst, then you absolutely don’t deserve me at my best.” - Marilyn Monroe.

Erin Anders (Crew, Props Mistress) - ’12 Erin can only hope to never be forgotten. Her past MHS productions include Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum, along with the One Acts. She has also helped out with the Borough School musicals, the summer theatre camps, and more recently with Stage Fun at Mt. Way School. Erin cannot thank her best friends Molly and Chris enough for putting up with her all year long, especially during the play seasons and Hell Week. She also wants to thank her parents and Mr. and Mrs. Moo, who have driven her countless times to and from MHS. One of Erin’s favorite quotes is, “If I am still standing at the end of the race, hit me with a board and knock me down, because that means I didn’t run hard enough.” - Steve Jones.Jenna Becker (Crew) - ’10 Jenna’s goals in life are to pursue a career in theatre. Her past MHS productions include Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. She has also performed in A Chorus Line at Worth Tyrell and The Wedding Reception at Fordham University. She will also perform in Little Women in a class at the Community Theatre. Jenna would like to thank her family and friends who support her. Her favorite quote is, “If you want something bad enough you will do anything to get it, and if you do anything to get it, you will.” - Unknown.Molly Dugan (Head of Crew) - ‘12 Molly’s goal in life is to become a twelve show senior. Her past MHS productions include Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. She has also volunteered in the Summer Theatre Program in Morris Plains. Molly wants to thank Erin for keeping her sane and Jones for keeping Erin sane (thus keeping herself sane). Her favorite quote is, “The man who smiles when things go wrong has thought of someone to blame it on.” - Robert Bloch.

Molly Goldberg (Crew) - ‘14 Molly’s goal in life is to graduate Morristown High School and college while staying in theatre for the rest of her life. Molly has been dancing for twelve years and has been in multiple shows, among them Back to The 80’s, Guys and Dolls, A Chorus Line, Little Shop of Horrors, Grease, and 13. She recently has been accepted into the Community Theatre Performing Arts Company. After high school, Molly plans to go to college, where she will continue to act. Her role models are her acting, dance, and singing teachers as well as Lady Gaga, whom she admires for her individuality. She would like to thank her friends and her entire family for their support. Molly’s favorite quote is, “Some people blame our generation, but have they thought about who raised us?” -Unknown.Chris Jones (Crew) - ’12 Chris’s goals in life are to become a neurosurgeon and a musician, (simultaneously if possible). His past MHS productions include Father of the Bride and Barnum. After high school, he wants to go to college for either Bio-Chem or Pre-Med. Chris wants to thank Erin Anders for being his ying, and Molly Dugan for being his yang. His favorite quote is, “Shawtee’s like a manatee in my head…” - E. Swizz.Andrew Mitchell (Head of Tech) - ‘11 Andrew’s goal in life is to become a history teacher. He participated in the MHS productions of You Can’t Take it With You, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. After graduating high school, he plans to attend either Rutgers or Coastal Carolina University. Andrew would like to thank his parents for their support and Maria for all of her donated time, supplies and patience. His favorite quote is, “Tee shirt timeeeee!” -Pauly D. Sammie Reilly (Tech/Crew) - ‘12 Sammie’s goals in life are to go to college far away and study something nerdy, most likely science, and also to finally finish writing a book. Her past productions include Father of the Bride

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and Barnum. She would like to thank her parents for being so cool and her friends for being utterly ridiculous and keeping her sane. Her favorite quote is, “I have become insane with long intervals of horrible sanity.” -Edgar Allen Poe.Kellie Savage (Stage Director) - ’12 Kellie’s goal in life is to succeed in whatever she chooses to do. Her past MHS productions include Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. After high school, Kellie would like to attend college. She would like to thank her parents and her friends for their support. Kellie’s favorite quote is “If I cry a little, die a little, at least I know I’ve lived.” - UnknownNikky Shah (Tech) - ‘11 Nikky’s past MHS productions include How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, Auntie Mame, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Father of the Bride, and Barnum. After high school, Nikky plans to go to college, continue on to medical school, and pursue a career in

sports medicine. Nikky’s role models are Caroline Wozniacki and Team Moose. He would like to thank gravity for always being there for him and making him a down-to-earth person, and also send a shout out to Team Moose.Cassie Shipe (Tech) - ‘12 Cassie’s goal in life is to inspire happiness and love into the hearts of her peers. Her past MHS productions include Father of the Bride and Barnum. After high school she plans to attend college in a city for creative writing or art. Cassie also plans to write at least one book and produce screenplays. Her role models include her mom (I LOVE YOU, MOMMA) and Nicholas Jerry Jonas. She would like to thank Mr. Fletcher, Mrs. O’Connor, Mrs. Furphey, Mr. Mac, Mr. Hiserodt, her friends, and of course her mother. Cassie’s favorite quote is, “It has to rain for flowers to grow.” - Unknown.

As the school year approached, I was suddenly filled with fears about the Fall drama. The Thespian Board was in charge of arranging the meeting for the auditions, and I had no idea how the Drama would begin. However, as soon as auditions were held, and the roles were cast, all of my apprehensions disappeared. As the cast got together to read the script for the first time, I could tell that this production would be one to remember. Immediately the cast bonded, and our little ‘theatre family’ quickly embraced its new members. So with an extremely cute and amusing script, the work began.

Because the school year began so late, everyone seemed frantic and concerned about the amount of time we had to put the show together. Blocking began right after the casting was completed, and in just a couple weeks, the entire show was done. This came with an incredible amount of relief, as well as respect for the determination

and talent of my colleagues. Everyone in this show has put in an amazing effort in order to make our performances of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes as great as they are. Sitting in rehearsal everyday, watching all the actors pour their hearts into their roles, allows me to see just how incredible the theatre community is, and why we all love it so much. Even through the long, tiresome rehearsals, and hell week, which never seems to end, the group of students I see everyday and their collaborative passion for the arts makes even the lowest points of production time worth while. It has been incredible being a part of the High School’s Fall Drama, and even though I am sorry it has to end, I am tremendously proud to present our production of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.

Kellie Savage, ‘12 Stage Manager & Student Director

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The Morristown High School ShowGram has been recognized for its professional quality and graphic design; most recently, nominated by the Paper Mill Playhouse’s Rising Star Awards in Spring 2010. This recognition is a testament to all the hours the students put in to the MHS ShowGram.

The same students you see on stage and behind the scenes are the same students who begin early in the season working mornings, late afternoons, and countless hours spent rearranging ads, typing up bios, checking and double-checking information; ultimately finishing with the program you hold in your hands. Being involved in the design process of this ShowGram has proven the dedication, teamwork, and creative ingenuity of the Theatre students at Morristown High School. We hope that our efforts produce what will be a memorable ShowGram for parents, students actors and the community audience members.

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