The Mousetrap

Production Team

Director: Daniel Pivovar

Intimacy Director: Brittany Bara

Production Stage Manager: Alli Austin

Costume Designer: Sydney Ellis

Scenic Designer: Kit Mayer

Lighting Designer: Jason Underferth

Sound Designer: Leo Chavolla

Sound Engineer: Leo Chavolla

Properties Designer: Kelsey Taunt

Hair and Makeup Designer: Sydney Ellis

Production Manager: Jason Underferth

Technical Director: Chad Kolbe

Assistant Director: Malia Meyer

Assistant Stage Manager: Dominic Morara, Roella Weiss

Fight Captain: Malia Meyer

Lead Electrician: Jason Underferth

Costume Shop Supervisor: Jen Brown

Prop Shop Supervisor: Kelsey Taunt

Assistant Sound Designer: Aerin Gotts

Assistant Properties Designer: Katie Kostner

Assistant Costume Designer: Alanna Sawall

Assistant Hair and Makeup Designer: Tina Bagheri

Paint Charge Artist: Kit Mayer

Costume Run Crew Supervisor: Isaac Glen

Dialect Coach: Brittany Bara

Production Crew

Light Board Operator: Aidan Christensen

Sound Run/Microphones: Davin Williams, Ash Williams

Costume Run Crew: Lana Wagner, Gabby Barnes

Scenic Run Crew: Emily Nicol, Jillian Arthur

Props Run Crew: Tyler Barnes, Ayawyn Conner, Grace Hyde, Grace Lehner

Costume Build Crew: Sydney Ellis, Braeden Jackson, Xavier Carnicom, Isaac Glen, Kayla Taylor, Annie Voss, Malia Meyer, Laurelle Bandy, Braydon Dayne, Carley Clover, Bonnie Gentry, Vee Jacobson, AJ Murphy, Addie Snyder, Henri Copus, Eliana Erdmann, Faye Muma, Jillian Hurley, Hannah Kelley, Jen Brown, Anna Graham, Lisa Lock

Scenic Build Crew and Lighting: Samual Asid, Roella Weiss, Ash Williams, Trey Salley, Sony Vassor, Selma Olsen, Naomi Joseph, Lynn Barnet, Angel Hernandez, David Dewey, Kayden Kloehn

Prop Build Crew: Rubie Stetzer, Sony Vassor, Ethan Blakeney, Addie Snyder

Biographies

Cast

Mollie Ralston

Ellie Parish

Ellie is a senior Music Theater major with a minor in Dance. Past Viterbo credits include Ensemble in Sweeney Todd and Reenie Dolan in Tar Beach. She hopes you enjoy the show! All glory goes to Christ. @elliecparish

Voice on Radio

Thomas Rise

is from Rosemount, Minnesota, and is happy to return for his sophomore year. He is a theatre major with a minor in music, and he is excited to make his debut as Haemon in Antigone during Viterbo's 2025 Fall Semester. Favorite past roles include Quasimodo in Starlight Productions' The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Crutchie in CastleCo Theatre's Newsies. Thank you to everyone who supports me in these endeavors, and thank you for supporting college theater! @thomaskg1029

Giles Ralston

Will Markert

is a first-year theatre major. In high school, he acted in shows like High School Musical as Troy, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street as The Judge and Pirelli, and A Murder of Crows as The Father. He's thrilled to grow and learn here at Viterbo. He would like to thank Thomas Speltz for his unfaltering guidance, his girlfriend for her infinite wisdom, his misfit family for their comic levity, and his incredible mother for her devoted support. @markertwill

Christopher Wren

Xavier Carnicom

is a junior music theatre major with minors in music and technical theatre and design. He has recently appeared in the Conservatory's productions of Godspell (We Beseech Thee Soloist), Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (Vocalist), and The SpongeBob Musical (Ensemble/SpongeBob u/s). Most recently, he spent this last summer with the Great Plains Theatre in Kansas, where he performed in Tuck Everlasting (Ensemble/Hugo/Jesse u/s). Beyond the stage, he enjoys painting, thrifting, and spending time with friends! He is deeply grateful for his family and for their constant love and support. @xcarnicom03

Mrs. Boyle

Lauren Huserik

is a sophomore music theatre major from Seattle. Some of her favorite roles and past productions include her operatic debut as Barbarina in The Marriage of Figaro at Viterbo University. Other musical theatre roles such as Jane Doe in Ride the Cyclone, and Anna of Cleves in Six (Ballyhoo Theatre), as well as Beauty and the Beast, Catch Me if You Can, Amelie, and The Prom. She would like to thank her parents, Jen and Randy, her best friend, River, Mr. Mendoza, and her service dog, Mira. She wouldn't be here without them. @lauren__grace_offical

Major Metcalf

Samual Asid

is a junior theatre major. His previous credits include Alfred in Viterbo's production of Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, Booker in STP's Go Girl North and Don Pedro in STP's Much Ado About Nothing. Over the summer, he played Paris in cwACT's Romeo and Juliet. He also spends his time working in the scene shop and helping lead the improv club/team. He is thrilled to be continuing his time here at Viterbo! @sami_asid

Miss Casewell

Carley Clover

is a junior music theatre major with a minor in dance. Past Viterbo credits include Bat Boy: The Musical (Swing), Much Ado About Nothing (Margaret), Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (U/S Beggar Woman), and The Spongebob Musical (Mrs. Puff). She is also a part of multiple communities around Viterbo including the costume shop, residence life, STP, and tour guiding. She would like to thank her family, friends, and faculty for their ongoing support. "Chi-Miigwetch!" @carleyclover

Mr. Paravicini

Angel Hernandez

is a junior pursuing his BFA in music theatre. His past credits include Prince Christopher in Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella, Motel in Fiddler on the Roof, Frog in A Year With Frog and Toad, Bird Seller in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, and ensemble/Ogie u/s in Waitress. He is thrilled to bring Igor to life and thanks his family, friends, directors, and Viterbo for their love, support, encouragement and the opportunity to be on this stage. @_.angel.hernandez

Sergeant Trotter

Kayden Kloehn

is a junior musical theatre major. Recent credits: LCT's Frozen (Hans), Bat Boy: The Musical (Rick Taylor), Young Frankenstein (Ensemble), SpongeBob The Musical (Electric Skate, Ens, U/S Patrick), Much Ado..(Borachio). Kloehn spent the summer working and performing in the Welcome Show at Quisisana Resort in Maine. Additionally, he spent three summers touring with Kids From Wisconsin as a principal singer/dancer. Kloehn is more than grateful to play the true original version of this role, as he played the parody of Trotter, (Chris Bean/Inspector Carter) in The Play that Goes Wrong his senior year of high school. Endless love to his family and friends! @kayden.klo

Biographies

Production Team

Director

Daniel Pivovar

is thrilled to return to Viterbo after directing this fall's mainstage production of Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein. Daniel holds a degree in Musical Theater from SUNY Geneseo and has worked as a professional director and actor for 23 years. Previous directing credits include Young Frankenstein, Glimpses of the Moon, A Doll's House Part 2, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Twelfth Night, The Diviners, She Kills Monsters and No Exit. Many thanks to this department for their professionalism, kindness and artistry. Love always to B&C.

Assistant Director

Malia Meyer

is a junior theatre major with a minor in tech and design from South St. Paul, Minnesota. Past Viterbo credits include Tragedian in Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, Assistant Costume Designer for The SpongeBob Musical, and she also directed Go Girl North for the Student Theatre Project last year. She is very excited to be back for her third year! @maliadmeyer

Intimacy Director/ Dialect Coach

Brittany Bara

is an associate professor of theatre and musical theatre in the Conservatory for Performing Arts at Viterbo University. She currently serves as co-chair of the EduCore Committee for the international Voice and Speech Trainers Association (VASTA). As an actor and director, she has worked extensively throughout the U.S., Canada, and Western Europe. Bara is a Designated Linklater Teacher and continues to work professionally as a director, voice and text coach, dialect designer, intimacy director, and actor. Throughout all areas, she focuses her work on cultivating empathy and connection. She believes strongly in radical kindness and approaching life with a generosity of spirit.

Upcoming Directing Projects: I Love You Because (Viterbo), Silent Sky (LCT). Recent La Crosse theatre credits: Jen in John & Jen, Becky in LCT's Waitress. Viterbo Directing: Sweeney Todd: the Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Tar Beach, The Hello Girls, Amahl and the Night Visitors. Bara is VASTA's 2024 Dorothy Mennen Research/Development Grant awardee. She holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Emerson College in Boston and an MFA in Performance Pedagogy from the University of Pittsburgh. www.brittanybara.com @bbara

Technical Director

Chad Kolbe

is an associate professor of theatre in his 20th year teaching at Viterbo. He teaches design and technology courses such as Stage Craft, Design Basic, Fundamentals of Technical Theatre, 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, he served as instructor and technical director at The University of Northern Iowa. For six years, he served as the technical director for the Texas Shakespeare Festival in Kilgore, Texas, and 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.

Production Stage Manager

Alli Austin

is a junior theatre major with an emphasis in stage management. Her favorite Viterbo credits include She Kills Monsters, Bat Boy: The Musical, and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead. She also actively works with La Crosse Community Theatre and will be joining them again this spring to stage manage their production of Silent Sky. She would like to thank her family, friends, and mentors for their continued support and she hopes you enjoy the show!

Assistant Stage Manager

Dominic Morara

is a sophomore music theatre major with a minor in dance. Past Viterbo productions include being on run crew for Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street (Fall 2024), Dance Kaleidoscope (Spring 2025), and performing in the ensemble of The SpongeBob Musical (Spring 2025). In addition, he is also a member of Viterbo's a capella group, Vive Voce. He sings baritone and serves as the secretary of the club as well. He hopes you enjoy the show! @dmoraraaa

Assistant Stage Manager

Roella Weiss

is a first-year theatre major who is excited to be a part of this production and thankful for everyone who made it possible. Some of her previous shows include Hadestown, The SpongeBob Musical, and Heathers. She would like to say thank you to her family and friends for their unending support. @roella_weiss

Costume/Hair/Makeup Designer

Sydney Ellis

is a junior musical theatre major with minors in theatre tech and design and dance. Past Viterbo credits include Ismene in Antigone, Featured Dancer in Godspell, Tragedian in Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead, and Assistant Costume Designer for both Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street and The Marriage of Figaro. She would like to thank her family and friends for their continuous support, and dedicate this performance to her uncle Richard. @sydneygraceellis

Lighting Designer/ Production Manager/ Lead Electrician

Jason Underferth

is a seasoned lighting designer with over two decades of experience lighting the stages of the Midwest. He dedicated over a decade to shaping the theatrical landscape as the production manager and lighting design lecturer at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota. During his tenure, he artfully designed the visual components for more than 40 shows. Most recent designs include Young Frankenstein and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street at Viterbo. Now on his fourth year at Viterbo, Underferth continues in his roll as the production manager for the Conservatory for the Performing Arts. He looks forward to creating memorable experiences for the Conservatory's upcoming performances through his designs. www.UnderferthDesign.com

Sound Designer/Engineer

Leo Chavolla Barrera

is a technician and artist specialized in theatre technology and design. He takes pride in collaborating with passionate teams to create impactful artwork. He currently serves as the audio systems technician for Interstate Sound. His latest theatrical work includes assistant sound design for Finn at the Kennedy Center Theatre for Young Audiences, sound design for The Arcadians and Me and My Girl at the Ohio Light Opera, and lighting programming and sound design for The 25th Annual Spelling Bee at Sparta High School. He is proud to have represented our theatre community and UWL at the 2024 KCACTF National Festival, where his sound design for Dr. Faustus earned the national sound design award. When not behind an audio console, he enjoys playing trombone and bass in pit orchestras, including Cabaret at UW-La Crosse and Viterbo's production of Young Frankenstein. He would like to thank Justin Schmitz, Christopher Plummer, Jeff Sherwood, and Ben Golden for their mentorship and support. www.ChavollaDesign.com

Properties Designer/ Prop Shop Supervisor

Kelsey Taunt

is enjoying her third year at Viterbo as supervisor for the Conservatory's props shop. She holds a BA in theatre with a double emphasis in acting and design from UW-Oshkosh. In addition to her work at Viterbo, she also runs the drama program for Holmen Middle School and works as a freelance director, designer, and stage Mmnager. She would like to thank her family and friends for their eternal support.

Assistant Sound Designer

Aerin Gotts

is excited to be at Viterbo to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Theatre. Her past favorite roles include Karen Smith in Mean Girls and Lady Larken in Once Upon a Mattress. She was also a four year member in the La Crosse Show Choirs. She is elated that you are here to see the production and hopes you love the show! @aerin.gotts

Assistant Costume Designer

Katie Kostner

is a senior music theatre major with minors in music and dance. Some of her recent favorite memories include playing Fiona in Shrek the Musical and Pearl Payne in These Shining Lives. She cannot wait to make the most out of her last year here at Viterbo, and she's so thankful for her friends, family and faculty who have made this all possible! @katiekostner katiekostner.com/

Assistant Hair and Makeup Designer

Tina Bagheri

is a first-year music theatre major from Bloomington, Minnesota. Favorite roles from past productions include Donna in Mamma Mia, Eponine in Les Miserables, and Countess Lily in Anastasia. She is so excited to be at Viterbo and would like to thank her family and friends for their endless support! @tinabagheri.07

Costume Shop Supervisor

Jen Brown

is a designer whose work spans a wide range of theatrical productions. Over the years, she has collaborated with a variety of established theaters, including the Viterbo University Conservatory for the Performing Arts, the Commonweal Theatre Company, the University of Madison Theatre Department, and the Children's Theatre of Madison in both costume and properties design.

Through her innovative approach to costume design, she has brought countless characters to life, enhancing the storytelling with carefully crafted, visually striking costumes. Some of her favorite design credits include Three Sisters, Charley's Aunt, Our Town, Failure: A Love Story, Measure for Measure, The Hello Girls, and She Kills Monsters.

As a 1999 graduate of Viterbo with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Design, she is known for her versatility and her ability to design across both dramatic and music theatre. Above all, she is driven by a passion for creating designs that not only support but elevate the artistic vision of each production.

Costume Run Crew Supervisor

Isaac Glen

is a senior music theatre major with a minor in dance. They are thrilled to be returning to the viterbo stage. Their past roles include: Mr. Reed in These Shining Lives (Viterbo University), Pan/Bud in Bat Boy: The Musical (Viterbo University), Chuck in She Kills Monsters (Viterbo University). They are very excited for everyone to see Young Frankenstein! Thanks for coming to the show! @Isaacglen_

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In Order of Appearance

Cast

Mollie Ralston

Ellie Parish

Voice on Radio

Thomas Rise

Giles Ralston

Will Markert

Christopher Wren

Xavier Carnicom

Mrs. Boyle

Lauren Huserik

Major Metcalf

Samual Asid

Miss Casewell

Carley Clover

Mr. Paravicini

Angel Hernandez

Sergeant Trotter

Kayden Kloehn

Production Team

Director

Daniel Pivovar

Assistant Director

Malia Meyer

Intimacy Director/ Dialect Coach

Brittany Bara

Technical Director

Chad Kolbe

Production Stage Manager

Alli Austin

Assistant Stage Manager

Dominic Morara

Assistant Stage Manager

Roella Weiss

Costume/Hair/Makeup Designer

Sydney Ellis

Lighting Designer/ Production Manager/ Lead Electrician

Jason Underferth

Sound Designer/Engineer

Leo Chavolla Barrera

Properties Designer/ Prop Shop Supervisor

Kelsey Taunt

Assistant Sound Designer

Aerin Gotts

Assistant Costume Designer

Katie Kostner

Assistant Hair and Makeup Designer

Tina Bagheri

Costume Shop Supervisor

Jen Brown

Costume Run Crew Supervisor

Isaac Glen

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