"Carrie: The Musical"

The town of Chamberlain, Maine.

cast and crew

cast

Carrie White ............................................................................................. Ellie Neybert

Margaret White ................................................................................... Annaliese Ruhs

Sue Snell ........................................................................................... Vivian Alexander

Tommy Ross Dominic Luzwick

Chris Hargensen .................................................................................... Danae Palmer

Billy Nolan .................................................................................................Chase Juster

Miss Gardner............................................................................................. Olivia Litton

Mr. Stephens/Reverend Bliss............................................................ Brennen Adams

Frieda ............................................................................................................. Jada Moss

Norma ....................................................................................................... Ella Bergfeld

Helen ..................................................................................................... Aubree Simon

George Trevor Milne

Stokes ................................................................................................... Jon Rasmussen

Freddy .................................................................................................. Colin Campbell

production team

Directors ....................................................Martin McClendon & Matthew Hougland

Assistant Director ...............................................................................Emily Halfmann

Vocal Director .................................................................................Matthew Hougland

Choreographer .........................................................................Danny Dwaine Wells II

Technical Director ...........................................................................William Newcomb

Scenic Designer .....................................................................Maureen Chavez-Kruger

Lighting Designer ............................................................................William Newcomb

Costume Designer ...................................................................................Kim Instenes

Costume Crew ......................................................................Sarah Loster, Katie Wilde, ..................................................................................Brecka Michalson, Grace Hanson

Illusions Consultant .........................................................................Anthony Barnhart

Stage Manager .........................................................................................Liv Bissonette

Assistant Stage Managers...........................................Owen Holecko, Lauryn Klinger

Associate Choreographer..................................................................Stephen Patterson

Assistant Choreographer......................................................................Joshua Heinlein

Assistant to Directors.............................................................Chynna Chung, Siyi Mao

Assistant Lighting Desiger ....................................................................Alison Koclanis

Light Board Operator.................................................................................Maeve Martin

cast and crew

Spot Operator..........................................................................................McKenna Dehn

Run Crew......................................................................................................Triniti Redin

Sound Board.............................................................................Chynna Chung, Siyi Mao

Dance Captain...............................................................................................Ella Bergfeld

scenes and musical numbers

act i

Prologue

Scene 1: Chamberlain High School

“In” ...........................................................Sue, Tommy, Chris, Billy, Kids

Scene 2: Girls’ Locker Room/Guidance Counselor’s Office

“Carrie”..............................................................................................Carrie

Scene 3: Streets of Chamberlain/Carrie’s Private World

“Carrie”(continued)...........................................................................Carrie

Scene 3A: Interrogation Space

Scene 4: Town Park

Scene 5: White Bungalow

“Open Your Heart” ....................Reverend Bliss, Margaret, Carrie, Choir

“And Eve Was Weak” .......................................................Margaret, Carrie

Scene 6: Interrogation Space/Chris’ House

“The World According To Chris”..............Chris, Billy, Sue, Tommy, Kids

Scene 7: White Bungalow/A Street In Town

“Evening Prayers”............................................................Carrie, Margaret

Scene 8: Fourth Period English Class

“Dreamer In Disguise”...................................................................Tommy

“Once You See”....................................................................................Sue

Scene 9: Soccer Field/Girls’ Locker Room

“Unsuspecting Hearts”..............................................Miss Gardner, Carrie

Scene 10: School Library, Other Locales

“Do Me A Favor”......................................Sue, Chris, Tommy, Billy, Kids

scenes and musical numbers

Scene 11: Library Stacks

Scene 12: Principal’s Office

Scene 13: White Bungalow

Scene 14: White Bungalow Dining Room

“I Remember How Those Boys Could Dance”..................Carrie, Margaret

ACT II

Scene 1: Interrogation Space/School Courtyard

“A Night We’ll Never Forget”.....................Kids, Sue, Tommy, Chris, Billy

Scene 2: Interrogation Space/School Hallway

Scene 3: Gymnasium

“You Shine”

Scene 4: Shadows/Carrie’s Bedroom

“Why Not Me?”

“Stay Here Instead”

Scene 5: White Bungalow

“When There’s No One” ...............................................................Margaret

Scene 6: The Gym

“Prom Arrival”..........................................................Kids, Tommy, Carrie

“Unsuspecting Hearts” (Reprise)..............................Carrie, Miss Gardner

“Dreamer In Disguise” (Reprise).........................................Tommy, Carrie

“Prom Climax”.....................................Chris, Billy, Carrie, Tommy, Kids

“Alma Mater”........................................................................................Kids

“The Destruction”............................................................Carrie, Ensemble

Scene 7: White Bungalow/Shadows

“Carrie” (Reprise)............................................................Margaret, Carrie

“Epilogue”............................................................................Sue, Ensemble

Brennen Adams (Mr. Stephens, Reverend Bliss) is a senior Communications major. Previous roles at Carthage include the mainstage productions of LEGALLY BLONDE (Kyle/Chad) and SOMETHING ROTTEN (Ensemble), as well as the workshop production of HAIR (Woof). @brennenadams19

Vivian Alexander (Sue) is a sophomore Music Theatre major and is very excited to be making her stage debut at Carthage! Past credits include THE WIZARD OF OZ (Dorothy), THE IMPORTANCE

OF BEING

EARNEST (Cecily Cardew), THE GAME’S AFOOT (Aggie Wheeler), TUCK EVERLASTING (Winnie Foster). Vivian has taken advantage of theatrical opportunities that her home in the Twin Cities has to offer. She has participated in intensive training programs at The Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, as well as taught summer camps at Artistry Theater in the Bloomington Center for the Arts. Vivian would like to thank her family and friends for the never ending support and encouragement.

Ella Bergfeld (Norma) is a sophomore double majoring in Political Science and Music Theatre. Carthage Credits: Brooke Wyndham in LEGALLY BLONDE. Other credits: Glinda in THE WIZARD OF OZ, Ellie in FREAKY FRIDAY, and Rapunzel in INTO THE WOODS. @ellabergfeld

Colin Campbell (Freddy) is a Sophomore double major in Music Theatre and Technical Stage Management. He is ecstatic to be part of this amazing cast! Past Credits include: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Seymour Krelborn), THE ADDAMS FAMILY (Lucas Beineke), CRAZY FOR YOU (Lank Hawkins). Colin would like to thank his directorial team, friends, family, and cast mates for the constant support and encouragement as he continues his journey. Break legs to this amazing cast! IG: @colin.campbell5

Chase Juster (Billy) is a Sophomore Music Theatre Major and Dance Minor. He is so excited to be a part of Carrie. Carthage Credits: LEGALLY BLONDE (ENS/Emmett US/ Callahan US) Past Credits: BAND GEEKS (Jake). Outside of theater he is a part of Merely Players Improv. Chase would like to thank Kathy Giandonato for all her support throughout college <3.

Olivia Litton (Miss Gardner) is a Junior Musical Theatre Major and is thrilled to be in her first production at Carthage! Olivia transferred this fall from Elgin Community College (ECC) in Elgin, Il and is loving Carthage so far. You may have seen her previously in ECC’s productions of THE MAD ONES (Kelly), LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS (Chiffon), or Fox Valley Theater Company’s FOOTLOOSE (Rusty). Olivia would like to thank her friends and family for

cast and crew biographies

always supporting her and the amazing cast and directing staff that made her first Carthage Theatre production a great experience! IG:@ liv.litton

Dominic Luzwick (Tommy) is a Freshman musical theater major and is thrilled to be working on his first show here at carthage! Past credits include HELLO DOLLY (Ambrose Kemper) LES MISERABLES (JeanValjean) CHICAGO (Amos Hart). This past summer Dominic took part in the Musical Theatre Summer Intensive at The Goodman Theatre in Chicago, Illinois. Dominic would like to thank his cast and crew for pushing him to his fullest potential. Much love to his family and girlfriend Hailey<3 IG: Dluzwick05

Trevor Milne (George) is a sophomore double major in Music Theater and Engineering. He has previously appeared in FML as Mickey and LEGALLY BLONDE as Carlos. Other works include: Evelyn Oakleigh in ANYTHING GOES and Man 2 in SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD. He would like to thank his family and friends for always supporting him. IG: @trevor_milne04

Jada Moss (Frieda) is a Junior majoring in Nursing. She is super excited to be working with the cast and also be in this show this year!!! Previous roles include Timone in ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, Leading Player in PIPPIN, ensemble in VIOLET, understudying for eve and ensemble CHILDREN OF EDEN, Trent’s mother/ Althea/ Mrs. Williams/ Nina in IN TRANSIT, ensemble in MAMMA MIA, dancer in OKLAHOMA, Nicola in KINKY BOOTS.

Ellie Neybert (Carrie) is a junior Music Theatre and Self-Designed Choreography double major. Carthage Credits: Dance Captain/ Ensemble Swing in LEGALLY BLONDE, Portia Understudy/Ensemble in SOMETHING ROTTEN, The Girl in MEMENTO MORI, and Professor Bhaer in LITTLE WOMEN (workshop). Other notable credits: Lady of the Lake in SPAMALOT, Jojo in NEWSIES, Grace Farrell in ANNIE, and Beatrice in MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. @ellie.neybert

Danae Palmer (Chris) is a Junior double major in Music Theatre and Public Relations. She is excited to be performing with such an amazing cast in her second Musical Production at Carthage. Previous performances at Carthage includes LEGALLY BLONDE (Judge/Ensemble), Musical Theatre Techniques showcase, National Anthem for sporting events and an Honors Recital. She would like to thank all of the love and support from her parents that has inspired her to continue her musical career.

Jon Rasmussen (Stokes) is a sophomore majoring in Music Theatre. He is super grateful to be working with this amazing cast! Previous roles at Carthage include Warren in ORDINARY DAYS, Warner LEGALLY BLONDE. Previous roles include Jimmy Ray in BRIGHT STAR, The Beast in BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and the healer/sheriff in GROUNDHOG DAY THE MUSICAL. Jonathan wants to thank his peers, teachers, friends and family for constantly pushing him and assisting him in all ways to push forward. He is excited for what the future holds for him at Carthage.

Annaliese Ruhs (Margaret) is a Sophomore Music Theatre and Direction double major. Carthage Credits: Opera Workshop IN MEMORY OF MOZART. Past credits: MAMMA MIA (Rosie), BAND GEEKS (Natalia). This past summer Annaliese worked as a Music Operations Apprentice at the Glimmerglass Theatre and Opera Festival. She is also a member of the Carthage Choir and the Wind Orchestra. She would like to thank her parents for the love and support they’ve given her throughout her theatrical career. IG: aruhs_26

Aubree Simon (Helen) is a freshman Music Theatre major. She is beyond grateful and excited to be in her first ever college musical! Previous roles include Doralee Rhodes in 9 TO 5, Pearl Krabs in THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL, Fantine in LES MISERABLES, and understudy Morticia/ featured dancer in THE ADDAMS FAMILY. She would like to thank her family, friends, boyfriend, voice teacher, and high school director for their encouragement and support throughout her MT journey. IG: @aubreetsimon

production team bios

Martin McClendon (Co-Director, projection design) teaches, directs, and designs scenery for Carthage Theatre. He has received KC/ACTF Certificates of Merit for scenic design for the Carthage productions of MAN OF LA MANCHA, BOEING BOEING, ONE DAY IN THE SEASON OF RAIN, DEAD MAN’S CELL PHONE, and a collaborative certificate for video technology for THE BREATH OF STARS. Martin was also honored to receive the Association for Theatre in Higher Education Innovative Teaching Award for 2016-17 for his work with students in developing veteran theatre projects, including the Veteran Night of the Arts fundraiser. Before coming to Carthage, Martin spent 10 years working as a professional actor, carpenter, and scene designer in Chicago and Los Angeles. He was nominated three times for Non-Equity Jeff Citation Awards while designing scenery for the Defiant Theatre Company, Chicago. In addition to designing scenery, video,

and sound at Carthage, regional scene design credits include Milwaukee Chamber Theatre and First Stage Children’s Theatre (Milwaukee, WI), Actor’s Ensemble (Rockford, IL), and The Evidence Room and Odyssey Theatres (Los Angeles, CA). Onstage appearances in Chicago include MOJO and SKYLIGHT (Steppenwolf), DANNY BOUNCING (Victory Gardens) and THE CRIPPLE OF INISHMAAN (Northlight). On-camera work includes several independent movies, episodes of ER and EARLY EDITION, and numerous commercials. He is a proud member of Actor’s Equity and SAG/ AFTRA. Martin received his MFA in acting from the University of Illinois Champaign/Urbana, and his BFA in acting from Rockford College. He would like to thank his beautiful wife Jennifer and his wonderful kids Arabella and Horatio for their support and inspiration.

Matthew Hougland (Co-Director/Music Director) National Tour: SPAMILTON (MD/King George). Off-Broadway: LIFE OF THE PARTY (Lawrence O’Keefe & Nell Benjamin), EMERGENCY. Workshop: WICKEDEST WOMAN. Past credits include CHICAGO, SISTER ACT, AMOUR, THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD, A CATERED AFFAIR. Awards: Broadway World Best Actor. Current: Celebrity Cruises (vocal director), SPAMILTON (vacation MD), Carthage College (Director of Undergraduate MT Studies). Education: MM NYU Steinhardt. www. matthewhougland.com @mrhougland

Danny Dwaine Wells II (Choreographer) is a well traveled and versed dancer, performing throughout the United States and Europe. An alumnus of Los Angeles County High School for the Arts and a graduate of San Diego State University’s BFA Dance program, he has 10+ plus years of training in numerous dance techniques. He has also had the pleasure of training with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre (Summer Intensives), Diavolo Dance Theater, and has performed works by Peter Kalivas, Michael Mizerany and Jeremy Mitchell. He continues to work as a performer and choreographer both in the U.S. and Internationally. He currently teaches master technique classes throughout the country. A few of his most recent performance credits are: Film- Waiting in the Wings, DodgeBall: A True Underdog Story Commercial/Industry- Disneyland (Parade of Dreams/ Block Party Bash/ Fantasmic) Regional Theatre- Cabaret (Kit Kat Boy/ Ensemble), Elf The Musical (Ensemble) Saturday Night Fever (Male Swing), La Cage Aux Folles (Mercedes/ Dance Captain), Footloose (Male Swing), Hairspray (Male Swing#2), The Addams Family (Dance Captain), Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Sebastian) National Tours (Non-Equity)- Hair (Hud U.S.), Sesame Street Live Tour 2014-15 (Cookie Monster/ Count Live Dancer). Danny is a

proud adjudicator and pedagogist for a variety of dance academies, dance competitions and convention circuits. Danny looks forward to countless opportunities to encourage and spread dance education to young artists.

William Newcomb (Technical Director, Assistant Professor of Theatre) holds a B.F.A. in Technical Theatre from Tarleton State University, Stephenville, Texas, and an M.F.A. in Arts Administration from Southern Utah University. He was assistant manager of the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre for two years before coming to Carthage. William also served as production Manager for the Optimist Theatre’s Shakespeare in the Park. William is a national member of USITT. Other credits include technical director of the Wells Fine Arts Center at Tarleton State University, assistant technical director at Oberlin College, scene shop foreman at Ohio Light Opera, and assistant to the production manager of the Utah Shakespearean Festival.

Maureen Chavez-Kruger (Scenic Designer and Adjunct Assistant Professor of Theatre) is delighted to be a part of the 2023-24 season and celebrating the return of in-person theatre to the Carthage and Kenosha community. Regional design work includes productions at the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, First Stage, Next Act Theatre, Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, Lawrence University, and UW-Milwaukee: Peck School of the Arts. Most recent scenic design: Nuncrackers, Beehive: The 60’s Musical, My Way at the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre: fml: How Carson McCullers Saved My Life, Patience and Fortitude, Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, and Romeo and Juliet Walk into a Bar at Carthage College; and Bonnie &amp; Clyde, Twelfth Night at UW-Milwaukee: Peck School of the Arts. Maureen holds an MFA in Scene Design from Boston University and served as a board member for Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (2014-2020).

Kim Instenes (Costume Designer, Associate Professor of Theatre) holds an MFA in Costume Design and Technology from Ohio University, and a BA in Theatre from UW-Whitewater. Kim continues to work as a freelance costume and make-up designer in the Milwaukee/Chicago area. Professional design credits include THE SNOW and BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, as well as the musical BIG at Milwaukee’s First Stage Children’s Theatre, the JEEVES Trilogy and INDECENT at Milwaukee Chamber Theatre, and numerous shows at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Renaissance Theatre Works, Utah Shakespearean Festival and the Racine Theatre Guild. Design work at Carthage includes SOMETHING ROTTEN and costumes for the world premieres of NO NAME by Jeffrey Hatcher and GHOST BIKE by Laura Jacqmin, to name a few. GHOST BIKE won her a Certificate of Merit

from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival for costume and makeup design and an invitation to show her work at the Festival. Kim is excited to be a part of the Theatre Department here at Carthage as it strengthens and strives to create theatre artists of the highest quality. She enjoys the thrill of watching a student understand what a costume does for their character and watching that character come to life as a result. She would also like to thank her family, husband Doug, and children, Lauren and Dalen, for their continued support of her creative endeavors.

Stephen Patterson (Associate Choreographer) holds a BFA in Dance & Choreography from California Institute of the Arts. He danced with Stuart Pimsler Dance & Theater and Alternative Motion Project in Minneapolis and taught all over Minnesota and around the U.S. While in Minneapolis he presented work through Art to Change to the World. Currently based in Chicago, Stephen is a company member and teaching artist for The Rooted Space.

Joshua Heinlein (Assistant Choreographer), originally from El Paso, Texas, is proud to call himself a Chicago actor of eight years. He received his education in Kentucky and has a BA in Theater and Music Performance and had the wonderful opportunity to be a part of Blackbird Dance Theater during his years there. While he primarily sings and dances, he is thrilled to be making his collegiate debut as a choreographer. He is a proud husband and soon to be father. Thank you, Berenice Heinlein, for all that you do!

Emily Halfmann (Assistant Director) is a junior Music Theatre & Directing double major and Spanish minor. Carthage credits: LEGALLY BLONDE (D.A. Joyce Riley, Ensemble), MEMENTO MORI (Cleo), SOMETHING ROTTEN (Tap Ensemble, Swing), LITTLE WOMEN (Aunt March). Emily thanks her family and friends for always supporting her.

Liv Bissonette (Stage Manager) [she/her] has stage managed/assistant stage managed for LEGALLY BLONDE, FML: HOW CARSON MCCULLERS SAVED MY LIFE, IN THE MOMENT 2022, and directing scenes SILENT SKY and ELEEMOSYNARY while at Carthage and is excited to add CARRIE THE MUSICAL to that list! Liv is currently a sophomore majoring in theatrical stage management and minoring in creative writing and French. Special thanks to her family and friends in Minnesota who continue to support her from six or more hours away.

Owen Holecko (Assistant Stage Manager) is a freshman Playwriting and Theatrical Directing double major. He is excited to start his time at Carthage with the opportunity to assistant stage manage Carrie. Previously he has student directed LEGALLY BLONDE at Neenah High School, along with stage managing THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST and BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JUNIOR. Owen has also acted in multiple productions including PUFFS (Ernie Mac), ANASTASIA (Count Ipolitov), and SEUSSICAL (Ensemble). He would like to thank his parents and sister for always supporting him in everything he does!

Lauryn Klinger (Assistant Stage Manager) is a freshman double major in English and Theatrical Directing. She is thrilled to have been given the opportunity to be the Assistant Stage Manager for Carrie, as her inaugural stage managing experience! Previous theater credits include MATILDA (Rudolfo), Frozen Jr. (King Agnarr), and most recently ANYTHING GOES (Captain, Assistant Director). She cannot wait to continue her Carthage theater career, and hopes you enjoy the show!

Chynna Chung (Assistant for Directors) is a master student in Musical Theatre Vocal Pedagogy and received her bachelor’s degree from Parkside in Vocal Performance and Music Education. She has performed in and directed various community theatre productions across southeast Wisconsin. She is currently the choir director and performance arts teacher at Washington Middle School in Kenosha. She wants to thank her husband Bryan for always being her biggest supporter!

Chiara Mao (Assistant for Directors) is a master student in Musical Theatre vocal pedagogy. She is an international student, this is her first time joining in musical production at Carthage. She’s so glad to join this wonderful team. Chiara is also an assistant with the teacher of musical history class, doing some voice teacher work off campus. She wants to thank her parents, brother, friends for always supporting and giving her encouragement, and thank teachers for giving her chances to do those things. Hope you enjoy this show!

Alison Koclanis (Assistant Lighting Designer) is a junior double majoring in Business Management and Theatre Technical Direction. She is excited to be assisting in light designing her first mainstage production at Carthage. Most recents credits include being the master electrician at Starlight Theatre in Rockford, IL over the summer. Enjoy the show!

and Lyrics by Michael Gore and Dean Pitchford

Based on the novel by Stephen King

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The Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival, part of the Rubenstein Arts Access Program, is generously funded by David M. Rubenstein.

Special thanks to The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust for supporting the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival.

Additional support is provided by The Honorable Stuart Bernstein and Wilma E. Bernstein; and the Dr. Gerald and Paula McNichols Foundation. Kennedy Center education and related artistic programming is made possible through the generosity of the National Committee for the Performing Arts. This production is entered in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF). The aims of this national theater education program are to identify and promote quality in college-level theater production. To this end, each production entered is eligible for a response by a regional KCACTF representative, and selected students and faculty are invited to participate in KCACTF programs involving scholarships, internships, grants and awards for actors, directors, dramaturgs, playwrights, designers, stage managers and critics at both the regional and national levels.

Productions entered on the Participating level are eligible for invitation to the KCACTF regional festival and may also be considered for national awards recognizing outstanding achievement in production, design, direction and performance.

Last year more than 1,500 productions were entered in the KCACTF involving more than 200,000 students nationwide. By entering this production, our theater department is sharing in the KCACTF goals to recognize, reward, and celebrate the exemplary work produced in college and university theaters across the nation.

PAS: Stile Antico with Choirs

Thursday, Oct. 12 • 7:30 p.m.

A. F. Siebert Chapel

Genderless Play Experiment

Friday, Nov. 3 - Saturday, Nov. 4 • 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 5 • 3 p.m

Thursday, Nov. 9 - Saturday, Nov. 11 • 7:30 p.m.

Wartburg Theatre

Thw 149th Annual Carthage Christmas Festival

Friday, Dec. 1 - Saturday, Dec. 2 • 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 3 • 4 p.m.

A. F. Siebert Chapel

Wherever You’ve Been

Friday, Feb. 16 - Saturday, Feb. 17 • 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Feb. 18 • 3 p.m.

A. F. Siebert Chapel

PAS: G Thomas Allen

Wednesday, Feb. 21 • 7:30 p.m.

A. F. Siebert Chapel

Nine the Musical

Friday, April 26 - Saturday, April 27 • 7:30 p.m..

Sunday, April 28 • 3 p.m.

Thursday, May 2 - Saturday, May 4 • 7:30 p.m.

Wartburg Theatre

Fine Arts at Carthage acknowledges that the land on which our building stands is part of the traditional Potawatomi, Sioux, Peoria, Kickapoo, and Miami peoples past, present, and future. These homelands reside along the southwest shores of Michigami, North America’s largest system of freshwater lakes. We honor with gratitude the land itself, and the people who have stewarded it throughout the generations. Many Indigenous peoples thrive in this place—alive and strong, and this calls us to commit to continuing to learn how to be better stewards of the land we inhabit as well.