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42ND STREET

Music by
HARRY WARREN

Lyrics by
AL DUBIN

Book by
MICHAEL STEWART
and MARK BRAMBLE

Original direction and dances by
GOWER CHAMPION

Originally produced on Broadway
by DAVID MERRICK

The use of all songs is by arrangement with
Warner Chappel Music, the owner of music publishers’ rights.

Based on the Novel by BRADFORD ROPES
and the motion picture 42nd Street
owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and
distributed by Warner Bros.

42nd Street is presented by arrangement
with Concord Theatricals on behalf of
Tams-Witmark LLC. www.concordtheatricals.com

The show will run for approximately
2 hours and 30 minutes.

There will be one 15-minute intermission.

In Act II, a strobe light effect will be used and a gunshot effect will be used at the end.

The videotaping or making of electronic or other audio and/or visual recordings of this production and distributing recordings or streams in any medium, including the internet, is strictly prohibited, a violation of the author(s)’s rights and actionable under United States copyright law. For more information, please visit https://concordtheatricals.com/
resources/protecting-artists


From the President
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Dear Arts Patrons,

Welcome to this 2023–24 performing arts season production. The quality programming you are about to enjoy, and in which the university community takes so much pride, would be impossible without our friends, benefactors, and audience members. We are very pleased to have you join us.

This season is an expanded and eclectic mix of music, drama, music theatre, and stand-up comedy performed by outstanding artists ranging from nationally known acts to Viterbo students. The carefully crafted schedule reflects our dedication to upholding the legacy of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration and their goal of sharing the wonder of the arts with everyone in the region.

To all Viterbo arts patrons, benefactors, sponsors, volunteers, artists, and students, thank you very much for your continued support.

Enjoy the show!

“Pace e Bene”
Peace and all good
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Rick Trietley
Viterbo University President

Conservatory Note
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Welcome to the Viterbo University Conservatory for the Performing Arts. We’re so glad you’ve joined in this shared experience of live theatre and music. There’s nothing else quite like it.

This season promises a tapestry of emotions, stories, and melodies, from the enchanting glamour of 42nd Street to the quirky brilliance of Bat Boy: The Musical, and the soul-stirring magic of Godspell.

We’re pleased to bring you new works from some the most current voices in American theatre. In She Kills Monsters, Obie-award-winner Qui Nguyen offers up a genre-bending “Dungeons and Dragons” romp that can make you laugh even when you’re not supposed to. Tar Beach by Tammy Ryan drops us into 1977 on a New York City rooftop where an overstressed electrical grid leads to a city-wide blackout and the loss of innocence.

Feel the warmth of the holidays with the music of A Viterbo Christmas: The Holly and The Ivy, blending timeless carols and modern classics to launch the season. And in February, mark your calendars for the jazz-inspired romantic short opera, Later That Same Evening.

Thank you for joining us on this artistic journey as we explore new worlds, challenge perspectives, and create memories that last long after the final curtain.

Rick Walters
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Executive Artistic Director
Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Setting

1933

The action takes place in
New York City and Philadelphia.

Synopsis of Scenes

ACT I

ACT II

Cast

In Order of Speaking Appearance

Andy Lee: Vic Pardon

Maggie Jones: Jess Schneider

Bert Barry: Spencer Curtis

Mac/Ensemble: Gabe Karr

Phyllis Dale: Beth Anderson

Lorraine Fleming: Halle Utterback

Diane Lorimer: Claire Capra

Ethel: Emma Phillips

Billy Lawlor: Calvin Pierce

Peggy Sawyer: Amber Arevalo

Julian Marsh: Joshua Terrones

Dorothy Brock: Katie Schafer

Abner Dillon: Robby Alston

Pat Denning: Brandon Rundquist

Anytime Annie: Maddy Ballard

Gladys: Gabby Moten

Female Ensemble: McKenzie Russ (Swing, Dance Captain), Kjersten Danzig (Dorothy u/s), Reagan Kettner (Maggie u/s), JaymeAnn Olson (Phyllis u/s), Joie Steele (Lorraine u/s), Jillian Kohl (Gladys u/s), Payton Seacrist (Andy u/s), Ainsley Alrutz, Mariana Villanueva, Ashlyn Cox, Abbey Messing  

Male Ensemble: Clay Corley (Billy u/s), Zach Lichner, CJ Zimmer (Abner u/s), Colin Cada (Bert u/s), Connor Martin (Pat u/s), Tucker Mensen 

Orchestra

Conductor: Janette Hanson

Reeds: Greg Balfany, Jeff Erickson, Jeff Reitz

Trumpets: Anthony Sanders, Jon Ailabouni

Horn: Thomas Hunt

Trombone: George Von Arx

Guitar: Joe Gantzer

Piano: Beth Lakmann

Bass: Karyn Quinn

Drums: Rich MacDonald

Percussion: Tammy Fisher

Pit Orchestra Contractor: Greg Balfany

Orchestral Transpositions: Jeff Krauklis

Production Team

Director: Shane Rhoades

Music Director: Janette Hanson

Choreographer: Emily Craver

Production Stage Manager: Will Handrick

Costume Designer: Bryce Turgeon

Scenic Designer: Jesse Dreikosen

Lighting Designer/Production Manager: Jason Underferth

Sound Engineer: Eric Glazewski

Properties Designer/Coordinator: Sophia Barbato

Hair and Makeup Designer/Assistant Costume Designer: Elisabeth Meyer

Technical Director: Chad Kolbe

Fight Choreographer: Teddy Eck

Intimacy Director/Consultant: Brittany Bara

Assistant Director: Yassie Bonner

Assistant Choreographer: McKenzie Russ

Assistant Stage Managers: Yassie Bonner, Bailey Millimaki

Assistant Lighting Designer: Sophie La Fave

Lead Electrician: Cassie Larson

Assistant Technical Director: Madi Bollinger

Costume Shop Supervisor: Alexandra Bell

Prop Shop Supervisor: Kelsey Taunt

Painter: Kit Mayer

Costume Run Crew Supervisor: Marie Peterson

Production Crew

Deck Supervisor/Fly Captain: Vera Shipley

Light Board Operator: Zach Buhl

Sound Board Operator: Eric Glazewski

Sound Run/Microphones (A2): Maggie Hall

Sound Run Crew: Adrienne Moder, AJ Murphy

Follow Spot Operators: Samual Asid, Adeline Cramer

Costume Run Crew: Trey’Lon Salley, Zack Sullivan, Ella Baumgartner, Xavier Carnicom, Victoria Lee Greenlaw

Scenic Run Crew: Carley Clover, Angel Hernandez, Madalaine Brown, Kaden Kloehn, Malia Meyer, Afton Fuson, Brayden Schoeffling

Props Run Supervisor: Sophia Barbato

Props Run Crew: Leah Holmes, Sony Vassor, Alanna Sawall

Special Thanks

University of Wisconsin—La Crosse Theatre Department

Gundersen Hotel and Suites
WPR
Biographies
Cast

ENSEMBLE


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Ainsley Alrutz
is thrilled to be a part of this production of 42nd Street. You may have recently seen her as Maureen in La Crosse Community Theatre's (LCT) production of Rent and Chris in Viterbo's production of CARRIE: The Musical. She has also been a part of many creative teams, including choreographer for LCT's Beauty and The Beast and Next to Normal. She would like to thank her parents for supporting her through these four years of school as well, and Brandon and Josh for being her constant source of joy. @ainsley.alrutz


ABNER DILLON


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Robert Alston
is a junior music theatre major from Wausau. Previous Viterbo credits include Lyle in Footloose and Captain Riser in The Hello Girls. He has also been seen as Henry in Next to Normal at La Crosse Community Theatre and Kurt in Heathers: The Musical with Viterbo's Student Theatre Project. He would like to extend a huge thanks to his family, friends, and partner for their constant love, support, and encouragement! @robbyalston1


PHYLLIS DALE


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Beth Anderson
is a junior music theatre major with minors in dance and arts administration. She has previously been involved in Viterbo's productions of Measure for Measure and Pirates of Penzance as a member of the swing/understudy company. She is ecstatic to make her main stage debut as Phyllis in 42nd Street. She extends thanks to her friends, family, and Center Stage Academy faculty in Warrensburg, Mo. To God be the glory! Galatians 2:20. @bethhandersonn4


PEGGY SAWYER


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Amber Arevalo
is a senior majoring in music theatre and minoring in dance. She is from Fort Lauderdale, but was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico. During the summer, she played Sandy in Grease at Summerstock Austin. Last year, she played Kiki in Significant Other and Mistress Overdone in Shakespeare's Measure for Measure at Viterbo. Additionally, she is a member of Viterbo's dance team. Arevalo is thrilled and grateful to be playing the role of Peggy Sawyer in 42nd Street during her final year at Viterbo. She would like to express her gratitude to her family, friends, Apollo, and the faculty for their love and support! @amberarevalo


ANYTIME ANNIE


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Maddy Ballard
is a senior theatre major and dance minor. Recent credits include Gabby in Dad's Season Tickets, Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar, Ensemble/Betty Blast in Footloose, Silly Girl in Beauty and The Beast, Understudy/Dance Captain in The Hello Girls and choreographer of Heathers: The Musical. She is also the artistic director of Viterbo's Student Theatre Project and president of Viterbo's Student Government Association. Much love to Mom, Dad, and Ben! @madelynoliviab


ENSEMBLE, BERT UNDERSTUDY


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Colin Cada
is a junior theare major with a dance minor from Winona. His previous Viterbo Conservatory productions include CARRIE: The Musical as an ensemble member, Measure for Measure as Angelo, and most recently The Hello Girls as a swing. He would like to thank his loving and supportive parents and friends for always having his back in and outside of the theatre. @colincada


DIANE LORIMER


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Claire Capra
is a sophomore music theatre major from the suburbs of Chicago. She is excited to be tapping into her second Conservatory production. Previously at Viterbo, she performed in Pirates of Penzance and Diamond Edition show choir. She would like to thank her friends and family for their neverending support, as well as her peers, professors, and the production team for making this opportunity possible. @claire_caps


ENSEMBLE, BILLY UNDERSTUDY


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Clay Corley
is a junior music theatre major with minors in dance and English literature. He is from Lake Charles, La. He has been seen onstage as Froth in Measure for Measure and was an understudy in The Hello Girls. This is his first show on the main stage and he is ecstatic! He wants to thanks his family for always supporting him! @cla.ay


ENSEMBLE


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Ashlyn Cox
is thrilled to be returning to the Viterbo stage! She is a sophomore music theatre major with minors in dance and arts administration. She was last seen in Heathers: The Musical through Viterbo's Student Theatre Project (STP) as Ensemble and Heather Chandler u/s. She would like to thank her family and friends for their continuous support and encouragement throughout her theatrical journey at Viterbo! @ashgcox


BERT BARRY


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Spencer Curtis
is a junior music theatre major from Salt Lake City with minors in dance and arts administration. At Viterbo, he's been lucky enough to perform in Measure for Measure (Claudio), The Hello Girls, and The Elephant Speaks Jazz. He's also enjoyed performing with Viterbo's Student Theatre Project, Dance Kaleidoscope, and in Platinum Edition show choir. Love you Kjersten, Jake, Clay, and Family! @rspencercurtis


ENSEMBLE, DOROTHY UNDERSTUDY


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Kjersten Danzig
is a senior music theatre major with minors in dance and arts administration. Her past Viterbo credits include Lysistrata (Lysistrata u/s), The Elephant Speaks Jazz (Roustabout/ Puppeteer), Footloose (Ethel), and Significant Other (Laura). She is thrilled to be part of this production! @kjerstendanzig


ENSEMBLE, PEGGY UNDERSTUDY


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Shea Grande
is a junior music theatre major with double minors in dance and arts administration from Chattanooga, Tenn. She was recently seen in La Crosse Community Theatre's productions of Beauty and the Beast and RENT as well as on the Viterbo stage in the final Platinum Edition show choir Celebration 2023. Her hair and makeup designs have been seen in past Viterbo shows including The Hello Girls and Measure for Measure. She would like to thank Mom, Bill, Kenzie, Reagan, and Will for their neverending support. Enjoy the show! @sheagrande


MAC/ENSEMBLE


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Gabe Karr
is a sophomore music theatre major with a dance minor from Jacksonville, Ill. At Viterbo, he has been seen as one of the doughboys in The Hello Girls. He also participated in Viterbo's Platinum Edition show choir. He would like to send his dearest thanks to his friends and family for their constant support and putting up with his endeavors. @gabe.karr


ENSEMBLE, MAGGIE UNDERSTUDY


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Reagan Kettner
is a junior music theatre major with minors in dance and psychology. Past Viterbo credits include Footloose and Platinum Edition show choir. She would love to thank her family, friends, and everyone who helped her follow her passion. @reagankettner


ENSEMBLE, GLADYS UNDERSTUDY


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Jillian Kohl
is a senior music theatre major with a dance minor. You may have seen her as Grace Banker in The Hello Girls, or in the ensemble of Footloose, CARRIE: The Musical, and The Pajama Game. She also performed at Sesame Place theme park over the summer as an actor/vocalist. She is very excited to perform in another musical at Viterbo and would like to thank her family (especially her Mom) for their endless support. She hopes you enjoy the show! @jillian.kohl


ENSEMBLE


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Zachary Lichner
is very excited to jump into his second year as a Viterbo Conservatory student! You may have seen him previously as ensemble in The Pirates of Penzance or Ram in Heathers: The Musical. He is looking forward to makimg his debut in the main theatre in 42nd Street and hopes the audience enjoys all the hard work put into the production. Apart from being involved in the Conservatory, he is also a part of the Student Theatre Project and Student Government Association. He hopes you enjoy this year's season! @Zack.lichner


ENSEMBLE, PAT UNDERSTUDY


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Connor Martin
is a sophomore music theatre major from Hartford with minors in dance and arts administration. Last season, he played the sergeant of police in The Pirates of Penzance and was part of the cast of Heathers: The Musical. He is a representative on SGA, STP, and the season selection committee. He would like to thank his family and friends with their continued support! @connorjoseph.m


ENSEMBLE


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Tucker Mensen
is starting his second year as a music theatre major and dance minor. Past performances with Viterbo include The Pirates of Penzance and Dance Kaleidoscope. He has been dancing for 15 years and he's extremely excited to be a part of 42nd Street. @ticktuck16


ENSEMBLE


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Abbey Messing
is a sophomore music theatre major with minors in dance and arts administration. She is so excited to be making her Viterbo debut in the ensemble of 42nd Street this school year. It is not her main stage debut though, as she had the privilege of performing in the final season of show choir with Diamond Edition. Her family and friends are her rock and she is forever grateful. @abbeys_playlist


GLADYS, ANNIE UNDERSTUDY


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Gabrielle Moten
is a senior music theatre major and music minor from Aurora, Co. Her most recent credits include Suzanne in The Hello Girls and ensemble in Footloose. She would like to give a special shoutout to Grandpa Roger (look at that Fokker go!) and Lilo. Enjoy the show! @gabby.l.mo


ENSEMBLE, PHYLLIS UNDERSTUDY


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JaymeAnn Olson
is a junior theatre major with a dance minor. Her most recent Viterbo credits include Isabella in Measure for Measure and a singer/dancer in the Platinum Edition show choir. She would like to thank her family and friends for their constant love and support. She dedicates this performance to everyone who has inspired her to dream big and never give up! @jaymeann.olson


ANDY LEE


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Victoria Pardon
is a senior music theatre major with a minor in dance. At Viterbo, she performed with Platinum and Diamond Edition show choirs from 2021–23 and in The Pajama Game as Mae. She also has choreographed for Viterbo’s Lysistrata and The Hello Girls. She is also choreographing for other groups in the area. She thanks her friends and family for all their support, especially her little sis Anniston! @vic.pardon.73


ETHEL


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Emma Phillips
is so excited to be a senior this year. Her most recent credits include Mary Jane in Big River and Lisa in Mamma Mia at Maples Repertory Theatre. Her past Viterbo credits include Louise LeBreton in The Hello Girls, Ensemble/Ariel (u/s) in Footloose, Megan Jones in Puffs, and Belphragia in Lysistrata. She is the president of Viterbo's improv club as well as a member of the Viterbo dance team. She would like to thank her family for their constant love and support! Ephesians 1:6-8 @_emma.phillips


BILLY LAWLOR


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Calvin Pierce
is a senior music theatre major with a dance minor from Hattiesburg, Miss. He has been a part of several Viterbo productions including The Pirates of Penzance, The Pajama Game, and CARRIE: The Musical. He would like to thank his mom, sister, and all of his best friends for their support in getting him this far. He couldn't have done it without them! @calvin_w_pierce


PAT DENNING


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Brandon Rundquist
is a senior music theatre major. You may have seen him recently jazz audiences in Rent (Mark), The Hello Girls (General P), Footloose (u/s Vocalist/Swing), and CARRIE: The Musical (Stevens/ Rev.). He would like to thank his family and roommates for making him feel at all important. @brandonrundquist


ENSEMBLE, SWING, DANCE CAPTAIN


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McKenzie Russ
is a sophomore music theatre major. At Viterbo, she has performed in the Diamond Edition show choir and was a swing for Pirates of Penzance. She is very excited about the upcoming year and would like to thank her family, friends, the Viterbo faculty, and all who have supported her on her journey. @mckenzie_kay__


DOROTHY BROCK


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Katie Schafer
is a junior music theatre major. Her previous Viterbo credits include, understudy Angelo in Measure for Measure, Maiden/Police in The Pirates of Penzance, and Dorothy Brock in 42nd Street. She would like to thank her friends and family especially her roomie/best friend, Savannah. @katie__schafer


MAGGIE JONES


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Jess Schneider
is a junior theatre major with an English writing minor. You may have seen her as a puppeteer in The Elephant Speaks Jazz or as Mrs. Flemming in Student Theatre Project's production Heathers: The Musical. Enjoy the show! @jess.not.jessi


ENSEMBLE, ANDY UNDERSTUDY


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Payton Seacrist
is a senior music theatre major and dance minor from Apple Valley, Minn. and is thrilled to be back on the main stage performing in 42nd Street! You may have seen her in Footloose, CARRIE: The Musical, The Pajama Game, and most recently, making her stage manager debut in The Hello Girls. She wants to give a special shoutout to her parents, Scott and Kris, for their constant love and support. She is so happy you're here! Enjoy the show :) @paytonseac


ENSEMBLE, LORRAINE UNDERSTUDY


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Joie Steele
is a junior music theatre major with a minor in dance from Tuscaloosa, Ala. Featured credits include Norma in Viterbo's production of CARRIE: The Musical, Female 2/Onstage swing in La Crosse Community Theatre's production of The Laramie Project, and has over 20 shows under her choreography belt. Enjoy the show and lots of love! @joie.steele


JULIAN MARSH


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Joshua Terrones
is a senior music theatre major. You may have seen Terrones recently in Significant Other (Jordan), Beauty and the Beast (Lumiere), and Footloose (Travis/Ensemble). Terrones would like to thank Ainsley for doing the dishes and his family for their love and support. "Be Bold!" @joshuaterrones


LORRAINE FLEMING


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Halle Utterback
is a junior music theatre major with a minor in dance from Austin, Texas. She is so excited to be returning to the Viterbo stage, having previously been seen as the Dance Captain/Assistant Choreographer/Ensemble in Footloose, a swing in CARRIE: The Musical, a dancer in Dance Kaleidoscope and a member of Platinum and Diamond Edition show choirs. She also served as the Dance Captain/squeegee-man/ensemble in La Crosse Community Theatre's production of Rent. She is a member of the Student Government Association, Honors Program/Honors Leadership Board, an orientation leader, and a Viterbo dance tutor. Utterback would like to thank her Viterbo faculty and friends, as well as her amazing family in Texas for their unending love and support. Besos, y'all! @halle.cate


ENSEMBLE


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Mariana Villanueva
is a senior music theatre major with minors in dance and arts administration. Viterbo credits include Vanessa in Significant Other, Ensemble in Footloose, Helen in CARRIE: The Musical and Ensemble in Lysistrata. She was also a part of the Platinum Edition show choir for the past three years. Enjoy the show! Acts 20:24 @marianaadele1


ENSEMBLE, ABNER UNDERSTUDY


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CJ Zimmer
is a junior music theatre major from Taylor Mill, Ky. Previous credits at Viterbo include CARRIE: The Musical (Ensemble), Footloose (Swing), and Pirates of Penzance (Pirate/Police). They would like to thank their family and friends for their constant support! @cj.zimmer1

Biographies
Production Team

DIRECTOR


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Shane Rhoades
is an associate professor in Viterbo's Conservatory for the Performing Arts. He also serves as the dance minor coordinator. He directed and choreographed Viterbo's productions of CATS, A Chorus Line, Shout!, Little Women, and Dance Kaleidoscope 2016, 2019, 2021, and 2023. He also choreographed 9 to 5, Pippin, West Side Story, Oklahoma, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Dancing at Lughnasa, and She Stoops to Conquer. Rhoades was also the co-director for Viterbo's Platinum Edition show choir and he serves as a clinician and judge for numerous show choir competitions around the country. He made his Broadway debut in The Boy From Oz starring Hugh Jackman, and he was the associate choreographer for Broadway's How The Grinch Stole Christmas. Off-Broadway he danced in FAME on 42nd Street. His national and international touring credits include A Chorus Line,, West Side Story, Chicago,Pippin, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, and Grinch. Regionally, he has performed at Paper Mill Playhouse, Goodspeed Opera House, Arena Stage, The Ordway, North Shore Music Theatre, St. Louis MUNY, Pittsburgh CLO, Sacramento Music Circus, Atlanta Theater of the Stars, Houston Theatre Under the Stars, and Stages St. Louis.


MUSIC DIRECTOR


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Janette K. Hanson
is a member of the theatre and music theatre faculty at Viterbo, where she serves as collaborative accompanist, vocal coach, music director, pit musician, and rehearsal pianist. She previously served on the faculty at UW-La Crosse, Western Technical College, and Sparta High School. In January 2020, she was chosen to conduct the Wisconsin All-State Vocal Jazz ensemble. She served as the WCDA Vocal Jazz Repertoire and Standards chair and All-State Vocal Jazz coordinator. She also directed the Wisconsin Vocal Jazz Institute from 2009—2014. She judges show choir solo competitions at Viterbo, Onalaska, Holmen, and La Crosse. She served as staff accompanist for the National NATS competition in 2019. She received a Kohl's Teacher Fellowship Award in 2009, and is a member of the VoiceCare Network, American Choral Directors Association, and Music Teachers National Association. She earned a bachelor of music education from Central Missouri State University and a master's degree in education from UW-La Crosse. She maintains a private studio where she gives instruction in a variety of voice and piano styles. She and her husband Mark have four children and four grandchildren. She is an active accompanist, soloist, clinician, and church musician, and gigs with local jazz bands and her guitar-playing husband.


CHOREOGRAPHER


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Emily Craver
holds an MFA in dance from the Ohio State University and a BS from Skidmore College. She is currently an instructor of dance at Viterbo. Her work has been shown at New Victory LabWorks, WestFest's All Over Westbeth, The PIT, and The Comedy in Dance Festival with her performance group The Little Streams. She has also choreographed for Winona State University, Viterbo, Colgate University, Weston Drama Workshop, Stoneham Theatre young company, and Wellesley Players. She dances with NYC-based Trainor Dance and New Orleans-based CabinFever Live Art. Favorite performances include dancing at NYBG, Chicago's Museum of Contemporary Art, Jacob's Pillow Inside/Out Stage, The Yard, and Joe's Pub. Recent shows she has choreographed at Viterbo include The Pirates of Penzance, CARRIE: The Musical, and The Pajama Game. www.emilybcraver.com


STAGE MANAGER


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Will Handrick
is a junior theatre major emphasizing in stage management. He is so excited to be back and working in the Conservatory on productions this year. Past production credits at Viterbo include Speed Dating Tonight!, Footloose, Measure for Measure, Significant Other, The Pirates of Penzance, and the 2023 Dance Kaleidoscope. Handrick has enjoyed working in a broad range of categories including stage management and costume/hair/makeup design. If he is not in the booth, he can most likely be found in a record store or a coffee shop. He would like to thank his three roommates and his family for their support and love. @willixmh_


COSTUME DESIGNER


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Bryce Turgeon
is returning to his alma mater where he previously designed The Pirates of Penzance, Orpheus in the Underworld, and Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. He has worked on and off-Broadway for nine years building for such shows as Aladdin, Fun Home, Cinderella, Wicked, Phantom, Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, and many others. For the past five years Turgeon has been the owner of his fashion brand, Florence d’Lee, where he specializes in couture fashion for high profile drag queens. His work can be seen on Rupaul’s Drag Race seasons 9-13 (Sasha Velour, Aquaria, Nina West, Rosè, Scarlett Envy, Etc.) as well as Drag Race All-Stars seasons 4-7 (Shea Coulee, Monèt Xchange, Miz Cracker, Blair St.Claire, etc). Turgeon's work has also been seen on various Broadway and Hollywood red carpets as well as The Met Gala. @florencedlee


SCENIC DESIGNER


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Jesse Dreikosen
is the associate chair and head of design and production at The University of Idaho Department of Theatre Arts. Before moving to Idaho he was the associate professor and head of design and production at Florida International University (FIU). He earned an MFA in scene design from Purdue University and a BFA in theatre design from Viterbo. Prior to joining the faculty at FIU he worked as the resident scene designer at New Theatre in South Florida. Favorite shows at New Theatre include Madagascar (Carbonell Nomination), For Better, Paradise, and The Sunken Living Room, which was remounted at Southern Repertory Theatre in New Orleans. He has designed around the country at such theatres as The Alabama Shakespeare Festival, The Contemporary American Theater Festival, Montana Rep., Montana Shakespeare in the Parks, Company of Fools, The Texas Shakespeare Festival, Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, The Mint Theater, Texas Repertory Theatre Company, The Red Fern Theatre, The Ohio Theatre, The Renaissance Theatre, and The 6th Street Playhouse in Santa Rosa, Calif. His work has been exhibited at the Prague Quadrennial in the Czech Republic. He served as the vice-commissioner of education in the scene design and technologies commission for The United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT). Currently he serves as the immediate past national chair of design, technology, and management for the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF). He has received numerous regional and national awards for his designs. www.jessedreikosen.com


LIGHTING DESIGNER/PRODUCTION MANAGER


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Jason Underferth
has been a lighting designer in the Midwest region for more than 20 years. Most recently, he has spent the last 10 years as the production manager and lighting design lecturer at Saint Mary's University in Winona, Minn., where he has designed more than 40 shows. Favorite designs include Man of La Mancha and Enchanted April, both at The Commonweal Theatre Company. He is starting his second year at Viterbo as the production manager for the Conservatory for the Performing Arts and excited to be designing again for the Conservatory.


PROPS DESIGNER/COORDINATOR


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Sophia Barbato
is a music theatre major from North Andover, Maine. She is so excited to be in her senior year. She has been in Viterbo's productions of Everybody (Everybody), Footloose (ensemble), and a member of Platinum Edition show choir. @sophiarbarbato


HAIR AND MAKEUP DESIGNER/ASSISTANT COSTUME DESIGNER


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Elisabeth Meyer
is a junior theatre major with a dance minor from New Berlin. Previous Viterbo credits include The Elephant Speaks Jazz (Sam/Lucy US) and ensemble in Measure for Measure, as well as appearing in Platinum and Diamond Edition show choirs. If she's not on stage, you'll find her around the costume shop. Her many thanks go to God and her incomparable family and friends for always supporting and loving her. Go V-Hawks! @liz_hope_3


TECHNICAL DIRECTOR


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Chad Kolbe
is an associate professor of theatre in his 18th year teaching at Viterbo. He teaches design and technology courses such as stage craft, principles of design, theatre practicum, and stage lighting. He also serves as technical director and lighting designer for the theatre and music theatre department. Before beginning his journey at Viterbo, Kolbe served as instructor and technical director at The University of Northern Iowa. For six years, Kolbe served as the technical director for the Texas Shakespeare Festival in Kilgore, Texas. Before that he served three years as carpenter, head rigger, and assistant technical director for The Des Moines Metro Opera. He enjoys time with family and being outside exploring all La Crosse and the surrounding areas have to offer.


FIGHT CHOREOGRAPHER


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Teddy Eck
is in his third year of teaching at Viterbo. He teaches various theatre performance classes, arts administration courses, and leads the stage management program. His professional experience includes working as a performer at various Off-Broadway and LORT theatres, cruise ships, tours, and regional theatre as well as in commercials/industrials, feature films, and TV appearances. In addition, Eck has held various administrative positions at theatres and arts organizations across the county. His current passions include using interactive and immersive performance techniques (VR/AR/XR) to continue to enhance the ability to build empathy and compassion within live performances. www.teddyeck.com


INTIMACY DIRECTION/CONSULTANT


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Brittany Bara
is in her second year as assistant professor of theatre and music theatre at Viterbo. Recent Viterbo credits: The Hello Girls (director). As an actor and director, she has worked extensively throughout the U.S., Canada, and Western Europe. As a Designated Linklater Teacher, Bara is interested in helping people find their authentic voice for use on stage, in business, and in everyday life. Throughout all areas, she focuses her work on cultivating empathy and believes strongly in radical kindness and approaching life with a generosity of spirit. As a performer, favorite roles include Reno in Anything Goes, Woman 2 in I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, Mme. Thenardier in Les Miserables, and Hermia in A Midsummer Night's Dream. Bara holds a BFA in musical theatre from Emerson College in Boston and an MFA in performance pedagogy from the University of Pittsburgh. Thanks and love to Dan, for everything. For more information, please visit www.brittanybara.com


ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER


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Yassie Bonner
is a senior music theatre major with a dance minor from Austin, Texas. She has recently been involved in Significant Other and Footloose at Viterbo and La Crosse Community Theatre's production of Rent. She would like to thank her parents and friends for all their support and looks forward to making the most of this year. @Yassiekiara


ASSISTANT CHOEOGRAPHER


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McKenzie Russ
is a sophomore music theatre major. At Viterbo, she has performed in the Diamond Edition show choir and was a swing for The Pirates of Penzance. She is very excited about the upcoming year and would like to thank her family, friends, the Viterbo faculty, and all who have supported her on her journey. @mckenzie_kay__


ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER


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Bailey Millimaki
is a junior theatre major with a minor in dance. She was most recently seen as Juliet in Viterbo's production of Measure for Measure and was a part of Dance Kaleidoscope as a dancer last spring. She spent this past summer studying acting for film in Los Angeles and is very excited to continue her work on camera this year as a co-president of Viterbo's film club. She would like to thank her support system (you know who you are) and all of the amazing professors and faculty at Viterbo. Proverbs 16:9. @baileyy.katee


ASSISTANT LIGHTING DESIGNER


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Sophie La Fave
is a junior music theatre major with an arts administration minor from the Twin Cities. Recent Viterbo credits include: The Hello Girls (Swing), Footloose (Cowboy Bob/Ensemble), and CARRIE: The Musical (Swing). She has a passion for writing, theatre education, and storytelling in general. Outside of the theatre they can be seen crocheting, baking, and laughing loudly. Much love and thanks to Maman, Dave, Cal, and the 4 torts. @sophlafave


ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR


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Madi Bollinger
has just begun her journey with Viterbo. She came from California where she was a lighting, sound, and scenic designer, an assistant technical director, and stagecraft teacher. She has a BA in technical theatre from CSU Fresno and is earning an MFA in technical direction from the University of Idaho. Some previous credits include: Lighting: Mary Poppins, Be More Chill, Arabian Nights, Clybourne Park; Scenic: Mamma Mia, Into The Woods, Freaky Friday; Fly Lead: Disney's Descendants, Sister Act, Tuck Everlasting.


PROP SHOP SUPERVISOR


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Kelsey Taunt
has been working as a freelance theatre artist/designer
/teacher for over 15 years. She has a BA in Theatre from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, with a double emphasis in design and acting. Taunt is excited to be a part of Viterbo's Conservatory for the Performing Arts.


COSTUME RUN CREW SUPERVISOR


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Marie Faustina Peterson
is a senior music theatre major. Past Viterbo credits include: Why Love? (Cabaret, and playing Mabel in The Pirates of Penzance. She simply adores time with her family and friends, creating art of any kind, and all that life has to offer. She hopes you enjoy the show and are able to take something for yourself from this performance. Thank you!

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