Presents

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEWelcome to WVLO Musical Theatre Company’s

First Production of its 52nd Season

If you enjoy the Community theater productions you have seen in this theater, tell your friends and pick up the fliers/brochures/cards in the lobby. There are holders on the walls which contain information on upcoming productions, cards to place your name on mailing lists and order forms for tickets to their future productions. Please feel free to take them and use them for future reference. It is only through your support that we are able to bring you such “professional” productions at such a reasonable price. Thank you for your continued support.

*******SPECIAL OFFER*******LAST CHANCE TO SUBSCRIBE FOR

THE NEW SEASON: 2016–2017

We invite you to become a subscriber to our upcoming season with a Special Offer! If you purchased an individual ticket to this production, we offer you the opportunity to turn in your ticket stub for a credit on a subscription for our 2016–2017 season. To take advantage of this offer, obtain a Subscription Form from the lobby, complete the form, attach your ticket stub which shows the performance date and assigned seat and remit it with a stamped, self-addressed envelope along with your check or credit card number for the balance of the new subscription. Send them to WVLO at the address shown on the Subscription Form. We will then process this form, assign your seats for the remaining productions of “A Chorus Line” and “Catch Me If You Can” and mail your tickets. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy the rest of our 52nd season! Offer good only through December 3, 2016.

— Edward Hand, President WVLO Musical Theatre Company

StarringOklys Pimentel, Kriselle Kelsey,

Dedrick Weathersby, Kamille Parungao, Mark Macaspac and Leslie Chocano

And FeaturingElizabeth Cox, Rockey Basco, Jonathan Campos,

Maggie Velasquez, Andrew Kracht and Phillip Jaco

Director: Gary Stanford, Jr.; Music/Vocal Director: Jesse Sanchez; Choreographers: Valerie Valenzuela and Swapnil Mehta;

Producer: Elizabeth Dale

Gala Champagne Opening: November 5, 2016 . . . . . . . 8:00 PMFridays: November 11, 18, December 2, 2016 . . . . . . . . . 8:00 PMSaturdays: November 12, 26, December 3, 2016 . . . . . . . 8:00 PMSaturday Matinee: November 19, 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30 PMSunday Matinees: November 6, 13, 20, 27, 2016 . . . . . . . 2:30 PM

“In The Heights” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Rogers & Hammerstein Theatricals, 601 West 26th St. Ste. #312, New York, NY 10001.

Visit our Web Site: www.wvlo.org; E-mail: wvlo@wvlo.org; 24-hour Voice Mail: 1-408-268-3777

Music & Lyrics by Book by Lin-Manuel Miranda Quiara Alegria Hudes

Conceived by Lin-Manuel MirandaDevelopment of In the Heights was supported by the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center

during a residency at the Music Theater Conference of 2005. Initially developed by Buck House Productions.

Originally Produced on Broadway by Kevin McCollum, Jeffrey Seller, Jill Furman Willis, Sander Jacobs, Goodman/Grossman, Peter Fine, Everett/Skipper

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CAST OF CHARACTERS (In order of appearance)

Usnavi De La Vega, owner of DeLa Vega Bodega . . . . . . . . . . . . Oklys PimentelNina Rosario, a freshman at Stanford University . . . . . . . . . . Kamille ParungaoKevin Rosario, Nina’s father . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jonathan CamposCamila Rosario, Nina’s mother . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Maggie VelasquezBenny, employee of Rosario’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dedrick WeathersbyVanessa, Works at the salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kriselle KelsleySonny, Usnavi’s cousin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mark MacaspacAbuela Claudia, raised Usnavi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabeth CoxDaniela, owner of Daniela’s Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Leslie ChocanoCarla, works at the Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rockey BascoGraffiti Pete, an artist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phillip Jaco*Piragua Guy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Andrew KrachtPete’s Crew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jake Chen, Andrea Furtado, Hueiyen TsaiBartender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Frank SherlockEnsemble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michelle Alindogan***, Sarah Liz Amoroso,

Christopher DeJesus, Ashley Faus, Maya Elixabeth Garza, Miko Ison, Arielle Luckban, JonNowakowski, Gabriela Reyes,

Robert Summers, Jamail (Phillip) Davis**

*US for Usnavi: Phillip Jaco**US for Benny: Jamail (Phillip) Davis (Performs Nov. 5th and 6th)***US for Carla: Michelle Alindogan (Performs Nov. 13th and 20th)

A Note from the Director

Washington Heights or “Quisqueyano” Heights due to its extremely large Dominican Republic (Spanish-speaking) population, is just recovering from a severe crime epidemic and experiencing a forever

dwindling crime rate.

Our leading player in the musical, “Usnavi”, strives to live out the common passions of a Dominican Immigrant. Live in cheap housing, earn an education and hopefully find greater success after moving away from the neighborhood.

A common theme in this show deals with the pressures of staying close to home/neighborhood and supporting the desires and expectations of family and friends or dealing with the fears of getting out of their comfort zone and taking a chance out in the world. Nina Rosario and Vanessa struggle with different variations of this in our show.

You will be hard pressed not to get up during the show and dance in the aisles. Some of the most contagious dance music styles are captured in the beautiful score. Salsa music and hip hop dominate the show and will really give the audience a flavor of the culture. Jesse Sanchez has carefully crafted a band of extremely talented musicians who can not only play this difficult score, but also keep up with the heavy demands of the show, which is almost 2 ½ hours of relentless instrumentation.

One of the most exciting aspects of the show is the dance concepts. We were fortunate enough to cast a show that was talented enough to handle a much heavier workload of dance. As such, our Choreographers, Val and Swap, did a wonderful job executing razor sharp, precision choreography to help tell our story and rapidly advance the plot. Our challenge was integrating enough movement to keep the audience engaged in the show, but also not take away from the story with too much dance.

The most spectacular part of the show is the ethnic diversity. It’s a hard-pressed ordeal these days to find a Bay Area musical with more than a few minority actors in the cast and we have managed to collect some of the most talented Latin actors around the Bay Area.

All that being said, I am incredibly excited and honored that we are able to share this exciting and proud-full production with you all. Cheers!

—Gary Stanford, Jr.,Director

Congratulations Liz and Company

on another fantastic production! — Your colleagues at Ladera Travel

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SYNOPSIS OF SCENES AND MUSICAL NUMBERS

Setting: One block of Washington Heights, Manhattan. One one side of the street is Rosario’s Car Service with a dispatch booth. Usnavi & Claudia’s front stoop is next door. Across the street is De La Vega Bodega and Daniela’s Unisex Salon. Apartment windows and fire escapes tangle into the landscape. A blurry view of the bridge is in the background.

Time: July 3rd through 5th

ACT IScene 1: Washington Heights – Sunrise “In The Heights” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Usnavi & CompanyScene 2: On the Street “Breathe” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nina & CompanyScene 3: Rosario’s Car Service “Benny’s Dispatch” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Benny & NinaScene 4: The Street “It Won’t Be Long Now” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vanessa, Usnavi & SonnyScene 5: The Dispatch Booth “Inutil” (Useless). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .KevinScene 6: The Salon “No Me Diga” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Daniela, Carla, Vanessa & NinaScene 7: Inside the Bodega; The Street “96,000” . . . . . . . Usnavi, Benny, Sonny, Vanessa, Daniela, Carla & CompanyScene 8: The Street “Paciencia Y Fe” (Patience & Faith) . . . . . . . . . . . Abuela Claudia & CompanyScene 9: Abuela Claudia’s Stoop – Early Evening “When You’re Home” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nina, Benny & CompanyScene 10: The Street – Dusk “Piragua” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Piragua GuyScene 11: The Rosario Household “Siempre” (Always) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Camila & Bolero SingerScene 12: The Club “The Club” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Company “Blackout” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Company

—Intermission—

ACT IIScene 1: Benny’s Fire Escape – Sunday Morning “Sunrise” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nina, Benny & EnsembleScene 2: Outside the Bodega; the Rosario Fire EscapeScene 3: Interior of Usnavi and Abuela’s Apartment “Hundreds Of Stories” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Abuela Claudia & UsnaviScene 4: Outside the Dispatch Booth “Enough” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .CamilaScene 5: The Street “Carnaval Del Barrio” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Daniela & CompanyScene 6: The Dispatch Booth “Atencion” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .KevinScene 7: The Street “Alabanza” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Usnavi, Nina & CompanyScene 8: The Street – Later that Afternoon “Everything I Know” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NinaScene 9: Outside the Salon “No Me Diga” (Reprise) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Daniela, Carla & VanessaScene 10: The Street “Piragua” (Reprise) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Piragua GuyScene 11: The Bodega “Champagne” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vanessa & UsnaviScene 12: The Dispatch Booth “When The Sun Goes Down”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nina & BennyScene 13: A Shady Alleyway – Late at NightScene 14: The Street – Monday Morning, Sunrise “Finale” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Usnavi & Company

ORCHESTRAConductor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jesse SanchezReeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ron Bowman, Asa SternTrumpets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vincent Aurad, Guy Celestre, Dr. Russell ZimmerTrombones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Keith Hunger, John FitzhughGuitar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christopher MainBass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ian EarleyDrums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jerald BittleLatin Percussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brietta GregerKeyboards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amanda Ku, Samuel Cisneros

Not all musicians will play for each performance.

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PRODUCTION STAFFProducer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabeth DaleAssistant Producer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nancy KwongAssociate Producer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Earl MasudaDirector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gary Stanford, Jr. Assistant to Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jessica LaFeverMusic/Vocal Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jesse Sanchez Assistant Vocal Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Richard PortuneChoreographers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Valerie Valenzuela & Swapnil MehtaProduction Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stephen C. WathenTech Director/Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ed Hand Master Carpenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bill ShepardLighting Designer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Michael Glenn MunozSound Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dan Singletary Sound Designers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brett Carlson, Brian Foley & David MisterCostumer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Emily PyeCostume Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Judy Pincus, Alice Ray, Esther GoesProperties Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ruth E. SteinStage Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dawn Johnson Assistant Stage Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nita Rabe-UyenoLighting Rigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dave Raiman & Rocco VecilioStage Crew . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ally Boles, Ellie Brownson, Matt Faus, Riley Kwong,

Mike Mackenzie & Frank SherlockLighting Board Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amber FankSound Operator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dave Raiman, Angela YeungSpotlight Operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Justine Caron & Don MasudaProperties Mistress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nancy DeanSet Construction & Painting . . . . . . . . . . Ken Barone, Nancy Chandler, Sherma Cook,

Esther & Harley Goes, Ed Hand, Earl Masuda, Nita Rabe-Uyeno,William Shepard & Cast

Wigs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Andy AmaroHouse Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Judy PincusAudition Assistants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eileen Chavarria, Nancy Kwong, Earl Masuda,

Judy Pincus, & Frank SherlockRehearsal/Audition Pianists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Samuel Cisneros, Katie Coleman,

Amanda Ku, Ruth Ann Moline & Judy SteinleProgram, Lobby & Publicity Photographer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ImagewurxProgram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marge HandPublicity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cynthia Rust-GreavesReservations & Box Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed & Marge HandOpening Night Refreshments . . . . . . . . . . . . Nancy Kwong, Earl Masuda, June Milanes,

Judy Pincus, Cindy Fahrner & Frank SherlockLobby Concessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Eileen Chavarria, Megan Colopy & Judy PincusLobby Design, Display & Company Photos . . . . . . . . . . Edmond Kwong of ImagewurxProgram Graphics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Diane HoxengPoster & Flier Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Edmond KwongFlier Pringing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Computer Business ServicesProgram Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CyberPress

WHO’S WHO IN OUR CASTSarah Liz Amoroso (Ensemble) Sarah makes her debut in this WVLO musical,

but has appeared in Notre Dame HS productions of “Joseph &….Dreamcoat”, “Once On This Island” and “Carnival”. Her most recent appearance was in SCPL’s “Agatha Crusty & The Murder Mystery Dinner” in which she played a classy English female drunk!! She holds a BS in Nursing and is a Registered Nurse at Stanford Health Care. In her spare time, she loves playing guitar and caring for her pet rabbit. Her future goal is to save the world with the healing power of laughter. Sarah extends her special thanks to her family and friends for supporting her in all of her theatrical endeavors.

Michelle Alindogan (Ensemble, US for Carla) Michelle is another newcomer to WVLO and is honored to be able to share it with so many brand new faces and talents. She attended UC Berkeley where she taught Polynesian dance and sang in the UCB Gospel Choir. Her list of theatrical credits includes SCT’s productions of “Thoroughly Modern Millie” and “Rent” and SBMT’s “Curtains” and “Hairspray”. Off the stage you can find her working for Apple, playing guitar and singing on You Tube and IG and hanging with her puppy, Nala! Michelle sends thanks to her friends, family and puppies for being her best audience and giving support for what she loves to do most.

Rockey Basco (Carla) Rockey is humbled to be making her debut with WVLO in this production. Her list of credits include April in “Company”, Lucinda in “Into The Woods”, Serena in “Legally Blonde” and Doug in “Six Degrees of Separation”. Her hobbies are crocheting, makeup and blogging. She is thankful to have the opportunity to work with a passionate, talented and hardworking cast and crew. A native Californian, Rockey sends her love and thanks to her family and friends, especially to Flynn and Nanay!

Jonathan Campos (Kevin Rosario) Jonathan is another newcomer to WVLO, but no stranger to the stage as he has appeared in OSJ’s “Marriage Of Figaro” and Bernardo in “West Side Story”. He was anxious to be in this show so that he could get back into musical theater. A native Californian, he is studying at SJSU as an undergraduate with a BA in Music. The highlight of his career was singing at Carnegie Hall with the SJ State Cavaliers, and as back-up for Josh Groban and Andrea Bocelli.

Jake Chen (Pete’s Crew) Jake makes his WVLO debut in this production and shares that he was an Oomp Loompa in “Willy Wonka” in his first show in 2007! He most recently performed as Sonny in “Grease” for CMTSJ and as Bud Frump in “How To Succeed…” at LGHS. His favorite past roles were Seymour in “Little Shop Of Horrors” and Angel in “Rent”. Currently a junior at LGHS, he wanted to be involved in this musical because he loves the show and the music. Jake has two siblings and in his spare time, he loves to ballroom dance and participate in the mock trials at his school.

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Leslie Chocano (Daniela) Leslie makes her first appearance with WVLO and is thrilled to be reprising one of her favorite roles. Her long list of theatrical credits includes performances in “Catch Me If You Can” , “Rent”, “Miss Saigon”, “The Addams Family Musical”, “In The Heights”, “West Side Story”, “Little Shop Of Horrors” and “Hairspray”. She extends a big thank you to her family and friends for their love and support!

Elizabeth Cox (Abuela Claudia) Elizabeth returns for her third production with WVLO, having previously appeared as Janet in “The Drowsy Chaperone” and as Judy in ”9 to 5”. She earned her BA in Drama from UC Irvine where she traveled to NY with the Musical Theatre Program and fell in love with this show when it was an unknown playing in a tiny theatre Off Broadway. After graduation she moved to the Netherlands to be a nanny for over a year, but is now back working as a Humanities Teacher in a Montessori School. Other credits include “Urinetown for LASC, “The Addams Family” for BP and a dancer in “Anything Goes” for BBB. She has been the choreographer of the Stage 1 Theatre’s children’s musicals for the past five years and recently choreographed LASC’s production of “Man Of La Mancha”.

Jamail (Phillip) Davis (Ensemble, Benny US) Jamail is very honored to make his WVLO debut in one of Lin Manuel’s phenomenal shows. When the opportunity came he was most excited to learn and sing the music. His challenge was learning how to rap and sing at the same time, but he’s found joy in it. His favorite part of the entire process is getting to know new people and share creativity and love for the arts together. Other credits include Richie in “A Chorus Line” for BBB, CC in “Dreamgirls” at Stage 1 Theatre and Mitch in “25th...Spelling Bee” for Cal Sate East Bay. Jamail hopes you take away from this show as much as he has!!

Christopher DeJesus (Ensemble) Christopher is a proud MexiRican who is thrilled to share this wonderful story with everyone in the audience tonight. He performs tonight in memory of his late great-grandfather and he thanks his whole family for making him the man he is today. Dream big and enjoy the show!

Ashley Faus (Ensemble) Ashley makes her WVLO debut in this production, but she performs regularly around the Bay Area. Her most recent favorites include “Chicago” with WCT; “Iolanthe” with LTSJ and “The Christmas Mouse” with SCPL. She looks forward to joining SBMT’s production of “1776” this winter. Ashley extends her gratitude to her husband for his enthusiastic support of her theatrical endeavors.

Andrea Furtado (Pete’s Crew) Andrea returns for her fifth performing production with WVLO, her most recent was last fall’s “Nice Work If You Can Get It”. Her first performance was as a tap dancer in “The Drowsy Chaperone” (still her favorite show to date), followed by “Sugar” and “Crazy For You”. She has been dancing since the age of five doing tap, jazz and ballet making this her 25th year! She majored in dance at SJSU and was part of an acclaimed musical theater group called “Company One”. She has also directed and choreographed for elementary

schools in the past few years as well. Andrea choreographed last season’s “Dames At Sea” and is currently working as a CSA for Alaska Airlines. She travels when she isn’t doing shows.

Maya Elizabeth Garza (Ensemble) Maya makes her first appearance with WVLO and was recently seen as Hope Harcourt in “Anything Goes”. A student at Del Mar HS, she has performed in their production of “Cinderella” and in “Seussical the Musical” with Stage Kids CA. She wanted to branch out to adult theater and chose this production “because they have a good reputation for putting on great shows!” Her future goal is to move to NY and be on Broadway. Maya wants to thank all those who have helped her achieve her current aspirations!

Miko Ison (Ensemble) Miko is back for her second production with WVLO, her previous performance was as Stella Rosa in “9 To 5” in 2013. She was most recently seen as Atina in BP’s “The Little Mermaid” and her extensive list of theatrical credits includes productions of “Peter Pan” with BP, “West Side Story” with BBB, “A Chorus Line” and “Under Milkwood” with SFSU. She has trained in ballet, modern, jazz, hip hop and Polynesian. In 2014 she received a full scholarship to the CSU Summer Arts program to train with guest artists Sylvia Waters, Ana Marie Forsythe and Elizabeth Roxas from the Alvin Ailey School. The program culminated with a performance of iconic dance repertoire: Escapades and Revelations. Miko graduated from SFSU with a BA in Dance. She sends love to her family and friends!

Phillip Jaco (Graffiti Pete) Phillip joins WVLO for his first production with WVLO, but his third time on this stage, having appeared with SBMT in “Hairspray” and “Anything Goes”. Aside from performing he was recently a part of the CHS’ actor’s studio as choreographer for productions of “The Wiz”, “West Side Story”, “Cabaret” and “Once On This Island”. Phillip extends his thanks to his supportive family and friends as well as his amazing husband. He’s had such a great year and can think of no better way than to be on stage performing this exact show. This is a message to his parents: “El Phillip. Le gustaria dedicar est presentian su papa, y mama, por dandole la imaginacian y el amor que se necesita para poder estar en frente de todos ustedes, es un honor ser el hijo de dos personas fuertes y amable. No pare sigue! Sigue!

Grateful AcknowledgementsJay Steele and South Bay Musical Theatre, Gerald Carter and West Valley

College Drama Department, Jeffrey Henson, Julie Moylan, Palo Alto Players, Dave Raiman, Ruth E. Stein, and Jon Wenger

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Kriselle Kelsey (Vanessa) Kriselle makes her WVLO debut in this production and says this role has been a “dream role” of hers since 2008 and this experience has truly turned into a dream come true. Her extensive list of credits includes “Les Miserables” (Eponine) & “West Side Story” (Maria), both at Mt. Eden HS, Mayzie in Starstruck’s “Seussical” and “Rent” for SCP. She will be performing the role of Diana Morales in our “A Chorus Line” next Spring. Kriselle is currently a student, earning her BA in Theater/Directing while she directs/choreographs for Mt. Eden HS fall musical production. She is forever grateful for the unconditional love & support she receives from her loved ones and dedicates every performance to them. “In The Heights” has changed my life. I hope you all enjoy our journey through a couple of days in the life of what it’s like..in Washington Heights. Wepa!

Andrew Kracht (Piragua Guy) Andrew feels honored to be your neighborhood shaved ice man in his WVLO debut and to fill the King George shoes in the pre-Hamilton. His impressive list of theatrical credits includes “Spring Awakening”, “Kiss Me, Kate” and “Anything Goes” for BBB; “Young Frankenstein”, “In The Heights” and “Miss Saigon” with PAP and others too numerous to mention. A proud SCU double degree graduate and TBA Adjudicator, Andrew is by day the Box Office, Operations, and Social Media Manager at PAP. Up next, Andrew can’t wait to get back in touch with his tap dancing roots as Constantine in PAP’s “A Day In Hollywood/A Night In The Ukraine” in January! Gracias and amor to his friends and family, especially to his own Camila and Kevin. Alabanza!

Arielle Lukban (Ensemble) Arielle is excited to be joining WVLO for her first musical since 2009 when she appeared in Mount Eden HS productions of “Evita” (Eva Peron), “Joseph …Dreamcoat” (Ensemble), “Miss Saigon” (Ensemble) and “Guys & Dolls” (Ensemble). She would like to thank everyone at WLO for welcoming her; it made her really enjoy the experience. She also would like to thank her loved ones for their continuous support and love. She hopes you all enjoy the show!

Mark Macaspac (Sonny) Mark is another newcomer to WVLO and is humbled to be one of this awesome cast! His previous roles include Mr. Jefferson in SCP’s “Rent”, John in MEHS’s “Miss Saigon” and Nicely Nicely Johnson in “Guys & Dolls” for MEHS. He extends his deepest thanks to the amazing ITH cast and staff and to his loved ones who contantly support the pursuit of his dreams.

Jon Nowakowski (Ensemble) Jon is extremely excited for his debut with WVLO! He was last seen at Hillbarn Theatre in the ensemble for “White Christmas”

and has also worked for Great America in On Broadway, CULTure Pop and Boot Scootin’ Boogie! Jon appeared in PAP’s “Legally Blonde” and is seen in Benefit Cosmetic’s “Brow Lookbook”. By day, he works as a Recruiter for Robert Half focusing on recruiting only the best administrative talent in the Bay Area.

Kamille Parungao (Nina Rosario) Kamille makes her WVLO debut in this production, but has several notable credits on her theatrical list; namely, Beth March in “Little Women-the Musical” and Olive Ostrovsky in “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” as well as Starstruck Theatre’s “All Shook Up” in 2013. She has spent the last three years working on her Bachelor’s degree which she earned last Spring at SJSU in Chemistry/Biochemistry. Currently, she is volunteering at the Stanford Medical Center Cancer Clinic and continues to work in her undergraduate research lab. She plans to apply to medical school next Fall. In her spare time, Kamille likes to knit and read on her Kindle.

Oklys Pimentel (Usnavi) Oklys is another actor joining WVLO for his first production. Other than performing in “Rent” twice, this is his third musical, but because he is a native of the Dominican Republic, this musical speaks directly to his own experiences. Besides living in the Dominican Republic, he also grew up in Washington Heights which makes playing this role feel like home. During the day he works for Apple and his future goal is to be happy and healthy and keep musical theater in his life in some capacity. He sends special thanks to the staff for believing in him and entrusting him with this role.

Gabriela Reyes (Ensemble) Gabriela makes her WVLO debut after appearing in a production of “Ragtime”. She wanted to be in this show in order to gain more experience in theater. She attends Ohlone College and her future goal is to become a back-up dancer for celebrities, have her own show and star in a movie. In her spare time, her hobbies are make-up and hair, dancing, soccer, softball, and reading, not necessarily in that order.

Frank Sherlock (Bartender) Frank is back for his ninth production with WVLO, having appeared previously in “Sweet Charity”, “White Christmas”, “How To Succeed…”, “Bells Are Ringing”, “9 To 5”, “The Boy Friend”, “Jesus Christ, Superstar”, and “Sugar”. He also played a Detective in SCP’s “Grand Hotel” and has worked on our stage crews for several productions (something he enjoys as much as being onstage!). He was the recipient of our prestigious Jean Hutchins Special Service Award for the 2011-2012 season and is currently serving as a member of our Board of Directors.

Robert Summers (Ensemble) Robert returns for his 18th production with WVLO, his most memorable was in the role of Jim in “Big River” which earned him the ERMA Award for Best Supporting Actor. Other credits on our stage include roles in “Dames At Sea”, “Jesus Christ, Superstar”, “Cats”, “Aida”, “Damn Yankees”, “Will Rogers Follies”, “42nd Street”, “South Pacific”, “How To Succeed…Trying”, (twice) “Camelot”, “King & I”, “Man Of La Mancha”,”Guys & Dolls”, “A Funny Thing…Forum” and “Music Man”. He has also appeared with SCP in

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Arielle Lukban Mark Macaspac Jon Nowakowski Kamille Parungao

Oklys Pimentel Gabriela Reyes Frank Sherlock Robert Summers

Hueiyen Tsai Maggie Velasquez Dedrick Weathersby

Michelle Alindogan Sarah Liz Amoroso Rockey Basco Jonathan Campos

Jake Chen Leslie Chocano Elizabeth Cox Jamail (Phillip) Davis

Christopher DeJesus Ashley Faus Andrea Furtado Maya Elizabeth Garza

Miko Ison Phillip Jaco Kriselle Kelsey Andrew Kracht

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“Into The Woods”, with MPC in “Evita” and “Les Miserables”. Credits also include performances with the SBSC in “Spamalot”, “Les Miserables” and “Big River”. He enjoys magic, guitar, soccer and aikido. By day, Robert is a Software Developer for Unicom Systems. He sends his love to his family for their constant support.

Hueiyen Tsai (Pete’s Crew) Hueiyen is another newcomer to WVLO and actually makes her very first appearance in a musical. She loves this show and missed the musical theatre stage so decided to share her talents with us. She holds a BS in Computer Science and by day works as a Technical Program Manager. Her goal is to be healthy, happy and inspiring to people. She loves reading, singing, baking, drawing and creating with her hands. She extends her thanks to the staff for giving her this opportunity and hopes you enjoy the show as much as we have enjoyed rehearsing and performing it for you!

Maggie Velasquez (Camila Rosario) This marks Maggie’s fifth production with WVLO, having appeared in “My Fair Lady”, “9 To 5”, “Jesus Christ, Superstar” and “Oklahoma”. Her SBMT musicals include “Finian’s Rainbow” and “Ragtime” (one of her favorites) as well as several other productions in the Bay Area. After missing four opportunities to audition for this show, she will finally be able to cross this one off her bucket list. Maggie has been away from the theater world for a spell, enjoying her time as a back-up singer with an 80’s cover band. When she has some down time, she loves sharing it with her two cats and any stray animals. She would also say Thank you for supporting the arts!

Dedrick Weathersby (Benny) Dedrick makes his WVLO debut in this production, but is certainly no stranger to the stage. His impressive list of theatrical credits includes “Ragtime”, “Rent”, “Cinderella”, ”Sweet Charity”, “Tarzan”, “Oklahoma”, “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown”, “Seussical the Musical”, “Noises Off”, “Willy Wonka”, “Annie Get Your Gun”, “Joseph ….Dreamcoat”, “Li’l Abner”, “American Clock”, “Marriage of Bette and Boo” and “The Music Man”. He gives all the glory to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for his grace and mercy on his life’s journey thus far.

MUSICIAN SPOTLIGHTFor this program, we have chosen to spotlight Samuel Cisneros, one of our favorite piano/keyboard artists. He first joined WVLO in 2008 in “Grease” when he replaced “Mom Reynolds” in our pit. His impressive list of other credits includes LTSJ, SBMT, City Lights Theater, BBB, Woodside Theatre, PYT, CMTSJ, SCP, Starting Arts, Por-tola Valley Theatre Conservatory, FOGG Theatre, Tabard Theatre and is on staff at SCU. And many of you who have

attended the STOCtet concerts during the past twenty years will recognize Samuel as their major accompanist for the past nine years!! We always feel very fortunate to welcome this talented pianist to our live orchestras!!

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WHO’S WHO ON OUR STAFFElizabeth Dale (Producer) Elizabeth dons the Producer hat for this show after serving as Assistant Producer for our first show of the season, Producer for “Dames At Sea” and Associate Producer for “Footloose”. For the past 28 years she has served in various Staff positions, such as SM, ASM, stage crew, lighting crew in addition to assisting most of the other positions. She has served on the Board of Directors for several years and has always received

major support from her husband, Lester, during their 60 years of marriage! Liz is one of our most dedicated volunteers.

Nancy Kwong (Assistant Producer) This marks Nancy’s 15th assignment in her 36 years of involvement with WVLO!! She produced our first show of the season last fall and has performed, choreographed and served as a Board Member throughout those years. She earned her BA from CSU and MBA in Speech Pathology from SJSU and applies that knowledge and teaching skills in the OGSD. In her spare time, she keeps in touch with Cameron, in

college in Santa Fe, NM, and with Riley, a Senior at Homestead HS and who is helping on our crew for this show.

Earl Masuda (Associate Producer) This show marks Earl’s 22nd WVLO production. He’s been in the Cast, on the Crew or on the Staff. His last experience was in last season’s “Footloose, the Musical”, being the Lead Producer and in the cast as ‘Principal Clark’. I guess when one is retired, one has a lot of time on his hands. He sends his thanks to his wife, Pat, and sons, Matt and Chris, for their unwavering support of this new “hobby”.Gary Stanford, Jr. (Director) This is Gary’s 3rd tour of duty with WVLO, having choreographed “9 To 5” and appeared on stage in “Nice Work If You Can Get It”. He is thrilled to be able to direct such a multi-cultural art piece and hopes you all enjoy the massive cache of talented entertainers who have come to grace our stage from all around the Bay Area. Did I mention the amazing staff and spectacular salsa band???Jesse Sanchez (Vocal Director, Music Director, Resident Music Director) Jesse is proud to have been associated with WVLO for ten years. Credits here include “Footloose”, “Dames At Sea”, “Nice Work If You Can Get It”, “Irene” and “The Boy Friend” as well as many others too numerous to mention. Recent honors and awards include 2017 Carnegie Hall guest Conductor, 2016 NCBA Band Director of the Year, 2015 WVC Hall of Fame inductee, 2015

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Educator Grammy Award Quarter-Finalist. Jesse trained at University of Idaho’s Lionel Hampton School of Music and earned a BM in Music Education. Currently, Jesse serves as adjunct faculty at St. Mary’s College in Moraga.

Valerie Valenzuela (Choreographer) Valerie is pleased to be on staff again with WVLO and on such a fantastic show! Her work was recently seen at LGHS in their exciting production of “Rent” in 2015 working with WVLO alum Jillian Toby-Cummings as Director. She also choreographed “Fiddler On The Roof” twice in 2013, with PYT & WVLO. She has also performed with Pintello Comedy Theater, SCP, and in “Jesus Christ, Superstar!” and

“Breakin’ Up Is Hard To Do” with WVLO. By day, Valerie practices as a Certified Massage Therapist in Campbell and occasionally teaches jazz & commercial dance at Ariel Dance Productions. She sends special thanks to her mother, Irene, Swap for his “paciencia y fe” throughout this journey, Oanh & the Ariel Dance family and her wonderful husband, Ronnie.

Swapnil Mehta (Choreographer) Swapnil started dancing like other Indians in Indian festivals when he was 10, and never looked back. He took part in many dance competitions and won prizes but his real training started after he came to the USA. He is trained in American dance styles like Hip Hop and Contemporary and is also being trained in Latin dance styles like Salsa. Having Bollywood in his blood from Indian Festivals and learning other international

dance styles, Swap has created his own fusion dance style which he likes to call Bolly Hop. This dance style made him one of the top 20 Indian Dancers in the USA in the dance-based Indian reality show called “Dance India Dance”. We’re delighted to welcome him to our Staff!

Stephen C. Wathen (Production Set Designer/Scenic Artist) Stephen returns for his 75th production design for WVLO, his most recent was “Nice Work If You Can Get It” last season. His impressive, realistic and stunning scenic drops have been part of our most memorable musicals, including “White Christmas”, “Sound Of Music”, “Desert Song”, “Seven Brides…Brothers” and many more, too numerous to mention. His extensive list of credits includes

more than 400 stage productions, 25 movies, over a hundred TV series, an animator for the Gumby TV series and a special effects designer for George Luca films. He most recently designed the sets for Starstruck’s “Beauty and the Beast” and is a

published author. We are always delighted when Stephen makes his time and talents available to our productions.Michael Glenn Munoz (Lighting Designer) Michael marks his 55th WVLO production, having created the lighting design for all of our musicals last season. His most recent design was seen on this stage for SBMT’s “City Of Angels”, but he also has design credits with CCMT, SCPL, SCP, Teatro Visions, LTSJ,

Woodminster Amphitheater and dozens of other musicals for SBMT. He earned his BA in Fine Arts from SJSU with a Minor in Dance. The highlight of his career was being invited to design VMT’s production of “Broadway Unplugged” with the cast of “Wicked” and friends at the Ford Amphitheater in LA.

Dawn Johnson (Stage Manager) This production will be Dawn’s 31st show with WVLO-her ninth as our Stage Manager. She has appeared on stage in ten of our productions, most recently in “Irene” in 2015. The rest of the time she can be found backstage, as part of our tech crew—and was recently the recipient of our Technical Award for the third time! She is a past Captain’s Cape winner, and was honored with the Jean Hutchins Award in 2013.

In her “real” life, Dawn is the Operations Manager for a radiology practice in San Jose, and also works part time as a flight attendant for Delta Air Lines.

Dan Singletary (Sound Designer) Dan returns to this staff position after several years’ absence during which time he has spent working with SBMT as Producer, Co-Producer, Music Director, Sound Designer and Box Office Manager. He also served as Music Director for SCP’s “Urinetown”. When not playing at this theater, Dan works as a Design Verification Engineer at Apple, having recently completed a 16-year turn at Cisco Systems. Welcome

back, Dan!Emily Pye (Costume Designer) Emily is so excited to be working with WVLO again! Credits include Broadway: “Glory Days” (Assistant Company Manager); Off-Broadway: “Naked Boys Singing” (General Management Assistant), “Altar Boyz” (General Management Assistant), “Queen’s Boulevard” (Production Assistant); National Tour: “Motherload” (SM); Regional Music Circus: “South Pacific”, “Kiss Me Kate”, “Jekyll & Hyde”, “A

Funny…Forum” (Production Assistant); Cabrillo Stage: “Oklahoma”, “Lunch”, “Altar Boyz”, “Oliver”, “Urinetown”, &“Mary Poppins”. Local Community Theatre credits include WVLO’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” and SBMT’s “Kiss Me, Kate”, “Hairspray”, “Gypsy” & “City of Angels”. Emily would like to thank her family, friends and wifey for their support and love.

Andy Amaro (Wig Master) Andy performed in two WVLO productions, “West Side Story” and his favorite role of a tap dancer in “42nd Street”. He has done wig design and set decorations for many shows throughout the Bay Area and enjoys his hobbies of gardening, dancing and hair design. There are six generations of his family in CA; he has 94 nieces and nephews! Andy has been in Bay Area theater since 1994 and has enjoyed every moment of it!

Our apologies and sincere thanks to any staff, crew, or other contributors or volunteers whom we failed to mention due to the early publication deadline of this program.

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WVLO Musical Theatre CompanyA Non-Profit Organization

The object of this Association is to promote cultural activity in the area and to provide opportunities for anyone with dramatic aspirations to take part in theatrical productions under the guidance of experienced Directors. We sincerely hope you enjoy our musical comedy season. Should you wish to become a subscriber, just call our Box Office Voice Mail at (408) 268-3777 for information.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031Telephone: (408) 358-1896

Fax (408) 356-0135

BOARD OF DIRECTORSMr. Edward Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PresidentMrs. Elizabeth Dale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice PresidentMs. Judy Pincus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SecretaryMr. Jay Sternin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TreasurerMs. Nancy Kwong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MemberMr. Earl Masuda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Member Mr. June Romeo Milanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MemberMrs. Cynthia Rust-Greaves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MemberMr. Frank Sherlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MemberMr. Joseph Kelly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MemberMr. Stephen F. Von Till . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Counsel

WINNERS OF THE 2015–2016 ERMA AWARDSBest Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . “Nice Work If You Can Get It”Best Actor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tyler Savin in “Footloose”Best Actress . . . . . . Calliope Taylor Maiwald in “Nice Work If You Can Get It”Best Supporting Actor . . . . . Richard Portune in “Nice Work If You Can Get It”Best Supporting Actress . . . Sandra Henschke in “Nice Work If You Can Get It”Best Character Actor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vaughn Mayer in “Footloose”Best Character Actress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Zoey Lytle in “Footloose”

WVLO Musical Theatre Company AwardsThe following awards, chosen by the Staff, are presented to a member of each production who has made an outstanding contribution to the success of that production in the following areas. Listed are awards for the past few productions.

Captain’s Cape Award — Presented in memory of our late President, Captain R.P. Maurice to an outstanding member of the ensemble.

David Lamcke — “Crazy For You” Cynthia Rust-Greaves — “Oklahoma!”

Amanda Vogel and Samantha Stidham — “The Boy Friend” Emily Goes — and “Irene”

Devin Adler — “Nice Work If You Can Get It” Amanda Nguyen — “Dames At Sea”

Jennifer Young — “Footloose”

Orchestra Award — Presented to an outstanding member of the orchestra.Faye Yang & Paul Olivo — “Crazy For You”

Jean Narunsky — “Oklahoma!” George Vargas — “The Boy Friend”

Neil Bliss — “Irene” Susan Schadeck-Chase and David Swager — “Nice Work If You Can Get It”

Jerald Bittle — “Dames At Sea” Monica Bugoan-Abaken — “Footloose”

Technical Award — Presented to an outstanding member of the stage crew in memory of our late Production Manager, Linda Wallitner.

Casey Keyes — “Crazy For You” Don Masuda — “Oklahoma!”

Dave Raiman — “The Boy Friend” Cynthia Rust-Greaves — “Irene”

Amber Fank — “Nice Work If You Can Get It” Dawn Johnson — “Dames At Sea”

Reina Romero — “Footloose”

Jean Hutchins Award — Presented in memory of Jean Hutchins, our late ticket lady — the recipient is chosen annually by the Board of Directors.

2010–2011 Season — Frank Sherlock 2011–2012 Season — Nancy Dean

2012–2013 Season — Dawn Johnson 2013–2014 Season — David Lamcke

2014–2015 Season — Nita Rabe-Uyeno 2015–2016 Season — Chris Frye

REMINDERWVLO Musical Theatre Company now offers TWO $1,000

Scholarships to graduating Seniors who intend to continue their education in Theatre Arts. Applications are due in March.

Please check our web site for information.

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fice on the night of performance unless accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope.All exchanges are subject to availability. Sorry, no ticket refunds.

HANDICAPPED SEATINGSpecial seating is available for differently-abled pa-trons. Please notify the ticket seller in advance when purchasing tickets, or ask the house manager for more information.

HEARING-IMPAIREDA hearing-impaired enhancement listening system has been installed in this theater for all WVLO performances. Hearing-impaired patrons may obtain personal headsets with individual volume controls in the lobby refreshment area next to the Box Office.

LATE ARRIVALSCurtain times are prompt. As a courtesy to our audi-ence and performers, late arrivals will be seated by an usher at an appropriate time and may not be seated in their exact seats until intermission.

REMINDERS• No smoking in the theater or lobby.• No cameras, video or audio-tape recorders are

permitted in the theater.• WVLO is not responsible for theft or for loss of

personal property.• Food and beverages are permitted in the lobby

only.• Family and guests wishing to greet performers are

asked to wait in the lobby.• Patrons are discouraged from bringing toddlers and

infants to any regular performance because they are potentially distracting to other patrons and perform-ers. Every person, regardless of age, must purchase a ticket.

• Schedules are subject to change.• As a courtesy to all patrons, please turn off all watch

alarms, paging devices, and cellular telephones upon entering the theater.

• Please note the nearest exit from your assigned seat. In the unlikely event of an emergency, please WALK to an exit.

• WVLO appreciates your help in accommodating patrons with sensitivity to strong perfumes and aftershaves. We request our patrons use a softer touch so as not to exacerbate allergies. Thank You.

SARATOGA CIVIC THEATER 13777 Fruitvale Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070 In the City of Saratoga Office Complex

BOX OFFICE In Saratoga Civic Theater Across from West Valley College Tickets & Information (408) 268-3777 (Voice Mail available 24 hours daily.)

Theater Box Office opens one hour before show-time.

ADMINISTRATION OFFICES Mailing Address P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031 Telephone: (408) 358-1896 Fax: (408) 356-0135

PERFORMANCE TIMES Fri./Sat. Eves 8:00 PM Sat./Sun. Matinees 2:30 PM Thurs. Eves 8:00 PM

TICKET PRICES* Gala Openings $37 (Includes champagne & reception) Fri./Sat. Eves $35 Sat./Sun. Matinees $35 Student/Teacher Rush $20 Children under 12 $20 Seniors (65 & over) $2 off Children (13 to 17) $2 off *Prices include City Surcharge of $2.50

GROUP DISCOUNTSAre available for all productions except Opening Nights. Contact the Box Office on our 24-hour Voice Mail at (408) 268-3777. Special Bookings for fund-raisers are also available.

TICKET EXCHANGESSeason ticket holders can exchange their tickets at any time up to 24 hours before a performance, free of charge. Subscription tickets for missed performances may NOT be exchanged. Non-subscription tickets may be exchanged up to 24 hours before a performance for another seat to the same production free of charge. Non-subscriber tickets for missed performances may NOT be exchanged.To exchange: Call the Box Office (408) 268-3777 or mail to: WVLO, P.O. Box 779, Los Gatos, CA 95031. Exchanges received through the mail will be held for pick up at the Saratoga Civic Theater Box Of-

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WVLO Musical Theatre Company acknowledges the generosity of the following donors who have contributed to maintaining our productions’ excellence for the upcoming season. We are deeply grateful for your support!

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If your name is omitted or listed incorrectly here, please accept our apologies and leave a message on our Voice Mail, (408) 268-3777, or e-mail us at wvlo@wvlo.org so that we may update future listings. ALL gifts, of any amount, are greatly appreciated.

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others, in trust for their children, all good little words of praise &

encouragem

ent & quaint pet nam

es and endearments and I charge said parents to use them

justly, but generously, as needs of their children shall require.Item

6: And to those w

ho are no longer children or youths or lovers, I leave mem

ory, and bequeath to them

the volumes of the poem

s of Burns and Shakespeare, &

of other poets, if their be others, to the end that they m

ay live the old days over again, freely and fully, without tithe or dim

inution.If you w

ant to make your W

ill or Trust, call me. W

e can talk a little “theatre” and discuss your es-tate plans. N

o charge for talk.Qualifications: U

niversity of Illinois College of Law

, J.D., 1969, 7th in C

lass, Law R

eview, M

ichigan State U

niversity, B.A

., 1966, H

igh Honors, H

umanities, Faculty, S

anta Clara U

niversity School of Law

, Law C

linic, 1987, Instructor, Stanford U

niversity Law

School, A

dvanced Trial Advocacy W

orkshops, 1995–2006

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