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Records indicate that Swift Creek Mill was in existence as early as 1663. It is believed to be the oldest grist mill in this country. Henry Randolph I, born in Little Houghton, Northhamptonshire, England, migrated to this country about 1640. In 1655, he acquired a large tract of land in Bermuda Hundred on Swift Creek where he erected the present mill.

An heir of Henry Randolph I, William Bland Randolph, deeded the mill to William Rowlett on February 20, 1805, and it became known as Rowlett’s Mill. In 1852, the Rowlett heirs conveyed the mill to the Swift Creek Manufacturing Company.

On May 9th and 10th, 1864, a battle was fought around the mill while General B.F. Butler’s Army of the James attempted to cross Swift Creek. Following the Civil War, the property became Schmidt’s Distillery, making corn whiskey. Following this,

the property changed hands several times, was operated as a grist mill and became known in 1929 as Swift Creek Mill. It continued to operate as a grist mill until about 1956.

On December 2, 1965, Swift Creek Mill Playhouse opened its doors. To convert the old grist mill into a dinner theater required an addition to the three story building to house the kitchen, dressing rooms and

restrooms. Stairways were built leading to upper and lower dining levels, and to the theatre located on the top floor. Much of the old equipment in the mill was refurbished to lend a rustic atmosphere.

Swift Creek Mill has been preserved as both an historical landmark and cultural outlet for the talent of local artists, skilled actors, directors, designers and technicians whose efforts have made possible the artistic achievements of the Mill. The 300 year old Swift Creek Mill has been made a Virginia Historical Landmark and has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

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Drifty's Polar Parade by Paul Deiss. Monday November 26 - Saturday, December 22, 2012. Grades Pre-K - 2. 10:15 a.m. & 12:00 noon (12:30 Sat.). $9.75 individual, $8.75 group rate - includes lunch. Doors Open 30 minutes prior to showtime. The Mill’s grand tradition continues with an all-new show in our Drifty the Snowman series. Christmas is coming, and Drifty is pulling out all the stops for the yuletide season. He’s planning a parade from the North Pole to the South Pole, and all of his friends will be marching along. Join Cowboy Jim, Pepita the Elf, Mrs. Claus, and Santa himself for another very special holiday adventure. English – K.1, K.2, K.8, 1.1, 1.9, 2.1.

The Amazing GaliNewtoVinci Show: Devotion to the Notion of Motion by Tom Width and Paul DeissMonday, February 4 – Friday, March 1, 2013. Grades 4-6. 10:15 a.m. & 12:00 noon. $9.75 individual, $8.75 group rate - includes lunch. Doors Open 30 minutes prior to showtime. It’s a circus of fun as three of history’s greatest minds meet each other and compare notes. Galileo Galilei, Isaac Newton, and Leonardo daVinci will demonstrate the fundamental principles of their notable achievements as they perform The Amazing GaliNewtoVinci Show. Come and see just how amazing these men really were! Entertaining and educational, too!Science – 1.2, 1.6, 2.2, 2.6, 3.2, 3.7, 3.8, 3.9, 4.2, 4.3, 4.6, 4.7, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.6, 5.7, 6.2, 6.3, 6.8. English – 1.9, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.5, 3.6, 4.4, 5.1, 5.3, 6.4

Jack and the Beanstalk by Tom Width and Paul Deiss Monday, April 8 – Friday, May 3, 2013. Grades Pre-K – 3. 10:15 a.m. & 12:00 noon. $9.75 individual, $8.75 group rate - includes lunch. Doors Open 30 minutes prior to showtime.Our version of the classic fairy tale is full of fee-fie-foe-FUN!! Jack trades the family cow for some magic beans, and when those beans grow into a skyscraper-sized beanstalk, he climbs it to find that his giant hosts aren’t so scary after all. He learns some great lessons about family and friends along the way, too. Don’t miss Jack’s exciting escapades!English – K.1, K.2, K.8, 1.1, 1.9, 2.1, 2.2, 3.1, 3.5, 3.6. Science – K.6, K.7, K.8, K.9, K.10, 1.4, 1.5, 1.7, 1.8, 2.4, 2.7, 2.8, 3.4, 3.8, 3.9, 3.10, 3.11. History – K.6, K.7, 1.7, 1.8, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9.

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Joe Doran's Broadway credits include Magic/Bird as the Asst. Lighting Designer. Also as Asst. Lighting Designer he has worked on the Broadway national tours In the Heights, Anything Goes, and West Side Story. Off Broadway lighting credits include: H4 and Shakespeare’s Slave for Resonance Ensemble at Theatre Row. Other NYC theatre credits include designs at Urban Stages, The Looking Glass Theatre, The West End Theatre, The Present Theatre Company and The Brooklyn Lyceum. As a dance lighting designer, Joe has worked with Armitage Gone! Dance, Sean Curran Company, Stephen Petronio Company, Elisa Monte Dance Company, Buglisi Dance Theatre, HT Chen and Dancers, Gabrielle Lansner and Co., and Martha Graham Dance Company, among others. Joe serves as the Producing Artistic Director and the resident designer of Equilateral Theatre Company, a nonprofit theatre company he founded in 2004. Joe recently designed an adaptation of The Tempest directed by and starring Olympia Dukakis. He is currently developing a new project with Ms. Dukakis based on a 6500 year-old Sumerian Myth.In Richmond, Joe won the 2012 Richmond Theatre Critics Circle (Artsie) Award for Swift Creek Mill’s The 39 Steps, 2009 Artsie for SCMT’s Altar Boyz, and the 2008 Artsie for SCMT’s Urinetown. He also received the 2010 US Army Recreation Program Events Competition Award for Outstanding Lighting Design of a Musical for Lee Playhouse’s Pippin.Other Local Design Highlights include: Wait Until Dark, Quilters, The Marvelous Wonderettes, The Foreigner, The Mystery of Irma Vep, Side Show, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Blythe Spirit, Once On This Island, Keep on the Sunny Side, A Grand Night For Singing, and Greetings at Historic Swift Creek Mill Theatre; Frog & Toad at Theatre IV; When Pigs Fly and Beautiful Thing at Richmond Triangle Players; and The Robber Bridegroom, Pippin, Follies at Dogwood Dell.He has also worked with Lee Playhouse and Henrico Theatre CompanyJoe Doran is a graduate of North Carolina School of the Arts. He is a member of Resonance Ensemble in NYC and United Scenic Artists, Local 829. For more information: www.joedorandesign.com

Many recent productions at Swift Creek Mill have benefitted from lighting design by Joe Doran. Joe grew up locally and has become an integral part of The Mill family. While we are all happy that Joe has a busy career in New York, we are also glad that he still shares his talents back at home.

Joe Doran, Lighting Designer

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I have a long relationship with Neil Simon… in fact, almost anyone who has worked in theater

has encountered the work of one of Broadway’s greatest writers many times. As an actor, I was in “The Odd Couple" at Camp Casey, South Korea; “Chapter Two” at the New London Barn Playhouse in New Hampshire; “Barefoot in the Park”, “California Suite”, and “Promises, Promises” here at the Mill (many do not realize that he wrote the book for that wonderful musical). I directed “Lost in Yonkers” and “Broadway Bound ” here, as well.

Actors often speak of the “rhythms” of Neil Simon’s writing….perfectly-crafted rhythms that payoff with a perfect punch line. He is a master of his craft, and “The Sunshine Boys” is an excellent example of his work. Have fun watching Willie and Al work their comedic magic!

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Willie Clark John HagadornBen Silverman Dan StackhouseAl Lewis Steve KingPatient Paul DeissEddie Jesse MattesNurse MacKintosh Georgia Rogers FarmerNurse O’Neill Diana Carver

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The play takes place in New York City, Winter, 1972.

ACT I:Scene 1: Willie Clark’s apartment. Upper West Side.Scene 2: Same. The following Monday.

ACT II:Scene 1: CBS Television Studio. Scene 2: Willie’s apartment. Two weeks later.

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John Hagadorn says he “grew up at Swift Creek Mill Theatre where he has worked more steadily than any other actor in the Richmond area for the past forty years.” Under the capable direction of Buddy Callahan, Wayne Batty, and Tom Width , John has been given the opportunity to play a variety of character roles such as the crusty Senator in Finian’s Rainbow; the happy-go-lucky mailman from On Golden Pond; a dim-witted ball player in Damn Yankees in the Mill’s first production, to the manager of the team in the Mill’s second production. John played the role of Ben Franklin in the movie Broken Chain with Pierce Brosnan, and has performed in many local radio and television commercials. His most special role is caretaker of his beloved cat, Cho- Cho. John wishes to dedicate his performance tonight to the memory of Buddy Callahan, one of the original founders of Swift Creek Mill Playhouse.Dan Stackhouse is thrilled to be returning to the Swift Creek Mill stage and to be working with old friends and new. Dan proudly made his Mill debut last year as Richard Hannay in Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps. Other recent favorite roles include Dan in Whoop Dee Doo! with the Richmond Triangle Players, Oscar in Sweet Charity with the Fort Lee Players, the title role in Pippin at Dogwood Dell and Lt. Cioffi in Curtains with the Henrico Theatre Company. As ever and always, Ugga Mugga.

Steve King was last seen by Mill audiences as several characters in the fast-paced comedy The 39 Steps in 2012. Having lived in Virginia Beach, Atlanta, and the Shenandoah Valley for several years, Steve and his wife, Ann, have returned to their hometown of Hopewell to live and work. Steve is on the Board of Directors for the Theater Company at Fort Lee and was in their production of The Apple Tree earlier this season at the Lee Playhouse. He is the President of King Communications Group and ElkayMedia (www.elkaymedia.com). Steve would like to dedicate his performance to his father, George King, who passed away this past December as rehearsals began for The Sunshine Boys. Steve says, “Dad was always the comedian in the family and he always brought joy and laughter to everyone he met. Whether it was a funny story or a joke, Dad always brought “sunshine” to those around him, and I hope I can continue that tradition in the years ahead.”

Paul Deiss is the Resident Music Director for Swift Creek Mill Theatre and an Associate Music Director for Virginia Repertory Theatre, where his original adaptation of The Magic Flute was recently produced. Paul is the creator of The Mill’s Drifty the Snowman series, which just finished its 22nd year. His music can be found at MagicalPlays.com. Paul is a member of ASCAP, and an adjunct faculty member at Appomattox Regional Governor's School and Luther Memorial School.Jesse Mattes is thrilled to be back on The Mill stage. Jesse is a member of the Conciliation Project, a non profit theatre company devoted to active and challenging works of art to promote dialogue about racism in America. Jesse spent four years at VCU pursuing an English degree and six years working backstage for The Mill. He has also enjoyed performing for Henley Street, Shakespeare in Battery Park, Sycamore Rouge and others. He would like to thank his friends and family for their continued support, as well as patrons of the arts.

Georgia Rogers Farmer is truly honored to be back on this stage working with these wonderful people! Georgia was last seen here as Ginger in I Love a Piano. She has also been featured in productions with Richmond Triangle Players, The North Carolina Theatre, Triad Stage and many more. Some of her favorite roles include Heidi in [title of show], Holly in Next Fall, Catherine in The Last Five Years, Brooke Ashton in Noises Off, Betty Blake in Will Rogers Follies, Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors and Marilyn Monroe/Dolly Parton in Musical Legends. Besides being a Domestic Goddess, Georgia also writes and stars in her own one-woman cabarets including the most recent sell-out smash hit The Real Housewife of Chesterfield County. Check it out at www.georgiarogersfarmer.com.Diana Carver is very excited to make her debut performance at Swift Creek Mill Theatre, and to be part of this marvelous cast and production. Some of her recent performances include Dessa Rose at Firehouse Theatre Project; Almighty Bob at Chamberlayne Actors Theatre; Hear The Wind Blow at Richmond Actors Guild Theatre; Simply Heavenly at Sycamore Rouge; The Last Days of Judas Iscariot at Henley Street Theatre Co. with Richmond Triangle Players; and Black Nativity at Barksdale Theatre with African American Repertory Theatre. To God be the glory for all His love, peace and blessings.

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A few years back, when Grey Garrett was a kid acting in SPARC productions, she came to one of her favorite directors, Tom Width, to ask for a reference (which he, of course, gave her.) Little did she know life would lead her back to the Richmond area and Tom's direction, now as a grown-up starlet with a myriad of work under her belt.Grey grew up in Virginia, but upon graduating high school she left to pursue her education and acting career in New York City. She received a great education, and she feels it enabled her to take on challenging roles. But not every aspect of theatre life is about getting the next job. Grey remembers late one restless night in New York when she got up, got dressed and headed out to the Staten Island ferry to watch the sunrise over the Statue of Liberty.

It was a free reminder of freedom, complete with salty air and a crisp breeze. Grey was on her own and doing fine, but, while acting - and life in general - in New York was fun and exciting, something called Grey back to Virginia.Having seen life from a different perspective, Grey relishes being in the theatre community in Richmond. She sees this area as one with "such a great group of theatres and theatre professionals," and as far as The Mill, she expressed that the relaxed yet professional Tom Width and Paul Deiss are wonderful.When asked about the value of theatre arts education, Grey was quick to reply that everyone can benefit from it, not just those intending to become theatre professionals. She recalled her first childhood acting class, and the feelings of empowerment and achievement that came from acting. "[Theatre arts education] can teach you a lot about how to interact with human beings," she said, noting the positive emotional impact and benefit in social situations. Ms. Garrett feels that theatre classes help individuals learn to maintain composure under pressure, to speak in public, and to be confident. She added that it is a "valuable tool in this world, no matter what you go into." Acting is especially important for children - to allow them to find who they are and to give them a voice.And it is Ms. Garrett's voice that has been demanding attention lately. A picturesque vision on the stage, her voice is equally as appealing, rendering deep, sultry sounds not unlike the voice of Judy Garland. Perhaps this is why Grey loves to explore diverse outlets in her field. Grey notes, "There are so many avenues in this profession, a person just couldn't be bored." Grey finds an "added sense of passion" on every project because of the variety.So what is the key to happiness for this actor? A grounded optimist, she chooses to focus on the positives. "I try to turn myself to whatever is going my way at whatever time of life I'm in." She realizes that circumstances will never be perfect all the time, but there is always something going right, even when something else is going wrong, and there are always opportunities to seize. It would appear that life is not dull for Grey Garrett. Of course, she seems to make her own good luck and share a little of that zeal with those of us who watch her perform. She is a down-to-earth actor who acts for the love of theatre, and chances are you will love her, too. We have enjoyed her talents and hope she returns to The Mill soon.

Grey Garrett is an up-and-coming dazzler in the local theatre community with genuine heart. Coming off her Mill debut in I Love A Piano, Gray offered some insight on the things she finds important and what Richmond theatre means to her.

Grey Garrett, Actor

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Frank Underwood, Jr. is a full time writer and artist who spends his time between Los Angeles and the Washington D.C. area. He currently has several projects underway, both written and visual.The son of a retired Army colonel, Frank has lived in places both far and near, including New York, Germany, Colorado, Georgia, Kansas, Michigan, Virginia, Washington D.C., and California. After leaving Virginia Commonwealth University in the mid 80’s with a degree in Communication Arts & Design, he moved first to New York City, where he furthered his studies in writing and art and then to Los Angeles where he began his production education with Mark Freedman & Associates. There he was involved in all phases of production and worked on a variety of music videos.Shortly thereafter, Frank and his brother Blair formed the production company Eclectic Entertainment. Under management of both Underwood brothers, Eclectic Entertainment developed, wrote, and produced a myriad of film and television projects, music videos, and film shorts. Included among their most successful accomplishments are the docudrama, Sister, I’m Sorry, a project that was featured on The Oprah Winfrey Show and 20/20 and was distributed through Blockbuster Video. Also notable is their production of the film The Second Coming, which featured Rosalind Cash and James Earl Jones and went on to win a bevy of film festival awards. The stage production of IM4, a one-man show written and co-produced by Frank was performed by his brother throughout North America.Frank optioned his first screenplay through Tim Reid’s New Millennium Productions and has optioned additional screenplays to several other companies, including Top Line Productions, Quiet Fury Productions, and Charter International Pictures.During a freelance stint at Charter International Pictures, Frank wrote and polished several scripts for the company including Sins of the Father, Short Timer, Reaction, and Buffalo Soldiers.In 1997, Frank’s screenplay, My Soul to Keep, from the bestselling novel of the same name, was optioned and eventually sold to Fox Searchlight Pictures. This project is currently in development at the studio.'Sensual', 'passionate,' and 'high-energy' are words often used to describe Frank’s style. He uses vibrant colors and, while the vast majority of his work is completed in oils, he frequently transcends to acrylics and some of his earlier work was completed in watercolors.Frank says, "I derive my inspiration from the inexorable force of being, the rhythms of human existence, and the cerebral nuances that are part of the continuous circle of life. In addition, and perhaps with a bit more important, I am stimulated by the many fascinating faces of passion, which, when personified, give me pause and provide the vast majority of my inspirations."Frank’s art has been displayed in numerous Los Angeles venues including the Lucy Florence Gallery, the Sherman Gallery, the Armando Gallery, and UCLA’s Fisher Gallery, where one of his images is included in the museum’s permanent collection. He has also shown in a variety of galleries from California to New York City.Other notable achievements in Frank’s past include an ROTC Scholarship, recognition by Who’s Who in American Junior Colleges as well as Outstanding Young Men of America. He was also on The Board of Advisors, U.S.C. School of Theater 1993 -1995.

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Patrons included in this list generously gave during the Donation Year October 1, 2011, to September 30, 2012. We offer our sincerest thanks to all of our Contributors and to the many individuals and businesses who continue to support Swift Creek Mill Theatre in numerous capacities. Thank you!If we have made an error in the listing of names, we deeply apologize; please contact us.

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Sponsors ($100 - $249) (cont'd) Dr. and Mrs. A. Wright PondJess and Heather PritchettMr. and Mrs. Harry RoyeJames and Rebecca SlagleCarl C. SchluterP. Michael SprakerNikki and Kenny SteingoldMr. and Mrs. R. E. StraussHoward and Evelyn TwilleyP. K. and Shirley C. WalkerKendra S. WarrenRussell E. Whitaker, Jr.Kathleen J. WiltsieDr. Patrick and Susan Young

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Restrictions:The operation of cameras, video recorders and other recording devices is strictly prohibited during all performances at Swift Creek Mill Theatre.

Smoking Policy:Swift Creek Mill Theatre maintains smoke-free buildings. Smoking by actors may be appropriate for the accurate portrayal of individual characters or the truthful telling of the story and is not intended to be construed as approval or glorification of the behavior of smoking.

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