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SPRING/SUMMER
2022
STEVICOMEDYE RAY’CABARETS
NEW YEAR…new beginnings
W
elcome to 2022. It’s
a new year filled
with new beginnings
including a new show on our
Main Stage, which we are
happy and proud to bring
to you. FOOTLOOSE is all
about bridging community
together through some
difficult circumstances,
and how appropriate that
message is for all of us!
Welcome back to live theatre
and to our theatre home,
Steven L. Peters, Tamara Kangas Erickson & Michael Brindisi
established in 1968. We are
grateful to our loyal audiences who
have stood by us and have continued We view our work as a responsibility
to do so throughout these many, many and a commitment too, as we provide
months of challenge. We continue to meaningful and necessary employment
adapt to the needs and concerns of for so many talented artists who show
our theatre home and community of up to do just that!
incredible audiences and employees.
The nearly 300 of us who work together
The dedicated associates who are
to serve you, are motivated by you, our
working to serve you are putting in
valued guests, who are our top priority.
long and extra hours. We are grateful
We can’t thank you enough for helping
to them for their loyalty – showing
us to keep Chanhassen Dinner Theatres a
up and doing their very best to serve
viable and vibrant entertainment venue.
you well. We thank audiences for
their patience and understanding. We And so, here’s to a new year and a great
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know our work is important, bringing big bunch of new beginnings that will
you all of the smiles and laughter, bring hope and promise to all of us. To
the goosebumps and the thrills that quote our leaders here at CDT, “the best
come with experiencing live music, is yet to come.” Please sit back, relax and
comedy and theatrical performances. thoroughly enjoy your time with us!
Here at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, we provide inspired
entertainment and world-class hospitality to our guests.
We create amazing lifelong memories through living the values
of respect, hospitality, creativity, and collaboration.
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CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES PRESENTS
Stage Adaptation by
DEAN PITCHFORD and
WALTER BOBBIE
Based on the Original Screenplay by DEAN PITCHFORD
Music by Lyrics by
TOM SNOW DEAN PITCHFORD
Additional Music by
ERIC CARMEN, SAMMY HAGAR,
KENNY LOGGINS and JIM STEINMAN
Artistic Director: MICHAEL BRINDISI
Choreographer: RENEE GUITTAR*
Music Director: ANDREW KUST
Scenic Designer: NAYNA RAMEY**
Costume Designer: RICH HAMSON
Lighting Designer: SUE ELLEN BERGER
Sound Designer: RUSS HAYNES • Hair Designer: PAUL TONI
Production Stage Manager: THOMAS SCHUMACHER*
JEWELRY • BOOKS • CDs • BABY & CHILDREN GIFTS • HOME DECOR *Chanhassen Dinner Theatres is a professional company presenting members
CHRISTIAN PRODUCT FOR ALL OCCASIONS of Actors’ Equity Association.
**Member of the United Scenic Artists Union
Visit us right next door. Enter Seedlings through the Boutique 78 gift shop!
FOOTLOOSE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals, www.concordtheatricals.com
521 West 78th Street • (952) 974-8084
The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is prohibited by law.
THE COMPANY footloose MUSIC footloose
CAST SCENES & MUSICAL NUMBERS
REN MCCORMACK Alan Bach*
ACT I
ETHEL MCCORMACK Ann Michels*
Scene 1 – The City of Chicago
REV. SHAW MOORE Michael Gruber*
“Footloose”*.............................................................. REN and the COMPANY
VI MOORE Lynnea Doublette*
The Town of Bomont, in Church
ARIEL MOORE Maya Richardson* “On Any Sunday”................................... REV. SHAW MOORE and the COMPANY
LULU WARNICKER Tinia Moulder*
WES WARNICKER John-Michael Zuerlein* Scene 2 – The Churchyard
COACH DUNBAR Shad Hanley* Scene 3 – Behind a Gas Station
ELEANOR DUNBAR Lisa Vogel “The Girl Gets Around” **.............................. CHUCK, ARIEL, TRAVIS and LYLE
BETTY BLAST Kersten Rodau* Scene 4 – A High School Hallway
RUSTY Shinah Hey* “ I Can’t Stand Still”................................................................................. REN
URLEEN Kayli Lucas “Somebody’s Eyes”....................... RUSTY, URLEEN, WENDY JO, the COMPANY
WENDY JO Maureen Sherman-Mendez* Scene 5 – The Moore Home
CHUCK CRANSTON Ben Bakken “Learning to Be Silent”...............................................................VI and ETHEL
LYLE Dylan Rugh*
COWBOY BOB Tony Vierling* Scene 6 – The Burger Blast
TRAVIS Rush Benson* “Holding Out for a Hero”............................. ARIEL, RUSTY, WENDY JO, URLEEN
COP John Trow* Scene 7 – The Great Plains of Bomont
WILLARD HEWITT Matthew Hall “Somebody’s Eyes” (Reprise)................................ RUSTY, WENDY JO, URLEEN
PRINCIPAL HARRY CLARK Mark King* Scene 8 – The Moore Home
JETER Tyson Insixiengmai “Somebody’s Eyes” (Reprise).... RUSTY, WENDY JO, URLEEN, CHUCK, LYLE, TRAVIS
BICKLE Mitchell Douglas “Heaven Help Me”................................................................... REV. SHAW MOORE
GARVIN Evan Tyler Wilson* Scene 9 – The High School Gym/The Church
ENSEMBLE Amelia Barr, Tommy Benson*, Caleb Michael*, “I’m Free”* / “Heaven Help Me”......... REN, REV. SHAW MOORE, the COMPANY
Abby Magalee*, Andrea Mislan*, Daysha Ramsey,
Laura Rudolph*, Emily Scinto, Janet Hayes Trow*, ACT II
John Trow*
SWINGS Joey Miller,* Angela Steele Scene 1 – The Bar-B-Que, a Country/Western Dance Hall
“Still Rockin’”......................................................COWBOY BOB and his BAND
“Let’s Hear It for the Boy”.........................................RUSTY and the COMPANY
UNDERSTUDIES
Understudies never substitute for listed players unless posted. Scene 2 – The Moore Home
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“Can You Find It in Your Heart”................................................................... VI
REN MCCORMACK: Dylan Rugh; REV. SHAW MOORE: Shad Hanley*; VI MOORE & ETHEL
MCCORMACK: Janet Hayes Trow*; BETTY BLAST: Tinia Moulder*; ARIEL MOORE: Laura Scene 3 – The Junk Yard
Rudolph*; URLEEN: Emily Scinto; CHUCK CRANSTON: Rush Benson*; COACH DUNBAR: “Dancing Is Not a Crime”......................................................................... REN
John-Michael Zuerlein*; PRINCIPAL CLARK: John Trow*; ELEANOR DUNBAR & WENDY JO: “Mama Says” (You Can’t Back Down)*......... WILLARD, BICKLE, GARVIN, JETER, REN
Andrea Mislan*; LULU WARNICKER: Lisa Vogel; GIRLS: Daysha Ramsey; RUSTY: Amelia “Mama Says” (Encore)......................................................WILLARD and BOYS
Barr; WILLARD HEWITT: Evan Tyler Wilson*; JETER & BICKLE: Tommy Benson*; COWBOY Scene 4 – Under the Train Bridge
BOB, GARVIN & LYLE: Caleb Michael*; WES: Mark King*; TRAVIS & JANITOR: Tony Vierling* “Almost Paradise”++............................................................... REN and ARIEL
*Chanhassen Dinner Theatres is a professional company presenting members Scene 5 – The Town Hall
of Actors’ Equity Association. Scene 6 – The Moore Home
BAND “Heaven Help Me” (Reprise)..............................................REV. SHAW MOORE
CONDUCTOR/KEYBOARD I: ANDY KUST Scene 6a – The Church
KEYBOARD II: Richard Long • GUITAR I: Kristian Anderson Scene 6b – The Churchyard
GUITAR II: Christian Wheeler • BASS: David Berg • DRUMS: Josh Carlson “Can You Find It in Your Heart” (Reprise).............................REV. SHAW MOORE
PERCUSSION: Matthew Barber • WOODWINDS: Stan Scott
MUSIC ASSOCIATES: Elisa Santa, Isabella Wurm
Scene 7 – The Gym
“Footloose”* (Finale)................................................................ The COMPANY
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres is proud to present live musical accompaniment for its productions.
The musicians are members of the Twin Cities Musicians Union, Local 30-73 of the American Federation All music by Tom Snow except *Kenny Loggins, **Sammy Hagar, +Jim Steinman, ++Eric Carmen.
of Musicians. All lyrics by Dean Pitchford except: “Footloose” lyrics by Dean Pitchford & Kenny Loggins.
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NOTES PRODUCTION STAFF BIOGRAPHIES footloose
FROM THE DIRECTOR, MICHAEL BRINDISI ALAN BACH (Ren MAYA RICHARDSON
D
McCormack) is (Ariel Moore) is
ean Pitchford, who wrote both the screenplays and the stage happy to be back on honored to be making
musical, has really taken a deep dive into the core issues of life: stage at Chanhassen her CDT debut in
family, love, heartaches and trials. For me, this is a play mostly Dinner Theatres in Footloose! She holds a
about SURVIVAL. The ability and the need for humans to battle through Footloose. Other CDT BFA in Music Theatre
these inevitable trials and survive. So, whatever your trials are, you will shows include: The from Viterbo University.
Music Man, Grease, Most recently, Maya
someday be released. In the meantime, keep fighting through it and Disney’s Newsies was seen on the national
survive. In other words, don’t throw in the towel…KEEP LIVING! and Mamma Mia! Alan has a degree in tour of Paw Patrol Live! (Zuma), which
– Michael Brindisi, Artistic Director Vocal Performance from North Central is now streaming on Paramount+. Her
University. He has performed with Theater favorite collegiate credits include: Gary
Latté Da, the Guthrie and was also recently Coleman in Avenue Q, Syllabub in Cats and
featured as a singer and dancer aboard Wendy in Lost Girl (Peter Pan). “Keep some
Holland America Line cruise ships. “Huge room in your heart for the unimaginable.”
PRODUCTION STAFF thanks to CDT for the opportunity and to – Mary Oliver. mayarichardson.com
my supportive family and wife Janette.” LYNNEA DOUBLETTE
GENERAL MANAGER: Solveig Theis
MICHAEL GRUBER (Vi Moore) feels blessed
PRODUCTION STAGE MANAGER: Thomas Schumacher* (Rev. Shaw Moore) to be making her CDT
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR: Sue Ellen Berger is delighted to be debut. She has been
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR: Logan Jambik back performing at in productions with
ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER: John Trow* Chanhassen Dinner Old Globe Theatre in
Theatres. He has also Balboa Park, Children’s
ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER: Rush Benson*; DANCE CAPTAIN: Mark King* worked at the Guthrie Theatre Company,
INTIMACY DIRECTOR: Doug Scholz-Carlson*; PROP MASTER: Laura Wilhelm Theater, History History Theatre,
PROP ARTISANS: Abbee Warmboe, Kenji Shoemaker Theatre, Theater Latté Theater Latté Da, Guthrie Theater, Stages
ASSISTANT TECHNICAL DIRECTOR: Ian Commins Da, Ordway and Artistry. Before moving to Theatre, Illusion Theater, Zephyr Theater
Minneapolis, Michael lived in New York City, and Theatre in the Round. Her film credits
MASTER CARPENTER: Kirk G. Erickson; SCENIC CHARGE ARTIST: Dee Skogen
appearing in nine Broadway shows over a 23- include Turnipseed, Autistic License and
COSTUMER SHOP MANAGER: Susan Fick year period. He also works as a choreographer, His Neighbor Phil. She received a M.Sc. in
COSTUME ASSISTANT: Sarah Bissonette director, musical director, composer and Healthcare Communications from Saint
WARDROBE: Becca Hunkins, Laine Vanden Boom vocal coach. He is grateful for all the diverse Thomas University. “Lord, you’re showin’
DRAPERS/FIRST HANDS: Barbara Portinga, Jody Rosquist, opportunities that the Twin Cities’ theater OUT and I love it!” 2 Corinthians 3:17
community provides to local artists. SHINAH HEY (Rusty)
Yelena Rowen, Jeanne Schwartz, Lynn Farrington
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ANN MICHELS is ecstatic to return to
STITCHERS: Carol Bennet, Laine Vanden Boom, Anna Pikiben, (Ethel McCormack) Chanhassen Dinner
Cindy Poppke, Jody Rosquist, Doris Ann Solseth is a Faribault native Theatres where she
WIG MAINTENANCE: Paul Toni, Dakota Bankenship, Tracy Swenson who now lives was seen in Grease as
ASSISTANT LIGHTING DESIGNER: Eric Howe in Minneapolis. Frenchy/Sandy U/S
Aside from over 15 and Irving Berlin’s
MASTER ELECTRICIAN/CREW CHIEF/FOLLOWSPOT: Quinn Berger
productions at CDT, she Holiday Inn. Other
MASTER ELECTRICIAN/FOLLOWSPOT: Ken Clemons; TECH SPECIALIST: Ryan Hoffa has worked at Ordway, favorites include The
ELECTRICIANS: Matt Dufault, Aaron Dykema, Jim Eischens, Theater Latté Da, Kennedy Center, Me…Jane National Tour
Mags Scanlon, Austin Schoenfelder Guthrie, History Theatre, Children’s Theatre (Jane Goodall), Elephant and Piggie’s We’re
SOUND ENGINEERS: Russ Haynes, Joe Kokal, John Steitz, Julie Zumsteg Company and Jungle Theater, to name a few. in a Play! National Tour (Piggie); Jungle
She was last seen as Marian Paroo in CDT’s Theater, Ride The Cyclone (Ocean); Guthrie
COVID SAFETY OFFICER/LAB DIRECTOR: Quinn Berger The Music Man. When not on theatrical Theater, The Music Man (Zaneeta); Theater
STAGE SHIFTERS: Tommy Benson*, Tyson Insixiengmai stages, you’ll find her singing jazz with Latté Da, Assassins (Squeaky Fromme),
*Denotes members of Actors’ Equity Association the George Maurer Group or roaming the Gypsy (Dainty June and Agnes), Into The
woods, photographing area wildlife. Thanks Woods (Little Red and Lucinda); Artistry,
to her husband, Matt Riehle, and pets Millie, Little Women (Amy/Jo U/S). “Sending all
Lucy and Keet for all the love. my love to Andy and Jane.”
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BIOGRAPHIES footloose BIOGRAPHIES footloose
MATTHEW HALL BEN BAKKEN (Chuck DYLAN RUGH (Lyle), SHAD HANLEY (Coach
(Willard Hewitt) is Cranston) is back for his most recently seen Dunbar) CDT: The Music
thrilled to be making 10th CDT production! in The Music Man Man (Oliver Hix); NYC:
his CDT debut! Other CDT: Grease, Hairspray, at CDT, is happy to A Stoop On Orchard
credits include Little Jesus Christ Superstar, return for Footloose! Street (Simon), The
Women (John Brooke) All Shook Up, Footloose, Other credits include Magdalene (Yeshua),
at Artistry Theater, Oklahoma, Joseph... Chicago at Theater Latté Titus Andronicus
Playlist Singer/Dancer Dreamcoat, 7 Brides for Da (Fred Casely/Billy (Bassianus), A New Brain
at Carnival Cruise 7 Brothers, Altar Boyz; Flynn U/S), Guys and (Roger), Violet (Monty),
Lines, Be More Chill (Jake D.) at Minneapolis Ordway: Smokey Joe’s Cafe, Mamma Mia!, Dolls at Old Log Theatre (Ensemble), Disney’s Forever Plaid (Sparky); National Tours: Les
Musical Theater, Spring Awakening (Georg) The Rocky Horror Show; Theater Latté Da: Newsies (Jack Kelly), Pippin (Leading Player) Trois Mousquetaire (Louis XIII), The Midnight
at Shoot the Glass Theater, Shrek the Once, Five Points, Aida; Children’s Theatre at Ashland Productions and Come Blow Your Ride of Paul Revere (Thomas); Artistry: Victor/
Musical (Donkey) and Disney’s Newsies Company: Disney’s High School Musical; Horn at St. Croix Off Broadway (Buddy). Victoria (King Marchan); History Theatre:
(Davey) at Ashland Productions. “Thanks History Theatre: Teen Idol. Other Credits: “Thanks to Michael, Tam and Andy. Thanks Beyond the Rainbow (Vincente Minnelli);
to my whole family and my mama who JJHOF Queen Tribute, When a Man Loves a to my family. All of my love to Emily and Duluth Playhouse: White Christmas (Bob),
really does give good advice.” Instagram: @ Diva. Theatre Director at Hill-Murray School Penny.” Proud member AEA. Mary Poppins (Bert), Cabaret (Cliff), Mamma
matthewzacharyhall in Maplewood since 2011. TYSON INSIXIENGMAI Mia! (Sam), The Full Monty (Jerry).
KAYLI LUCAS MAUREEN SHERMAN- (Jeter) is excited to be EVAN TYLER WILSON
(Urleen) is absolutely MENDEZ (Wendy Jo) joining the Chanhassen (Garvin) Off-Broadway,
thrilled to be making is overjoyed to be back Dinner Theatres National Tour: All is
her Chanhassen Dinner on stage in her 14th community as this is Calm: The Christmas
Theatres debut in this CDT production. his show debut! Tyson Truce of 1914 (Drama
production of Footloose! Favorites include: 42nd currently is a college Desk Award, PBS
Most recently she Street, Jesus Christ student working National Broadcast);
received her BFA in Superstar, Footloose towards his degree in Chanhassen Dinner
Musical Theater from (2011), Joseph…Dream- education. His love for performing sprouted Theatres: Grease, The
Ball State University in 2020. Some favorite coat, Grease and Holiday Inn; Guthrie: West from works he has been a part of during his Music Man; Theater Latté Da: Assassins
credits include: The Wolves (#25), Shrek the Side Story; Ordway: Mamma Mia!, In The high school career. Tyson looks forward to (Star Tribune’s Best Musical of the Decade),
Musical (Tap Dancing Rat/Duloc Dancer), Heights; Children’s Theatre Company: future roles and projects he will be a part of. Five Points, C., Sweeney Todd; Phoenix
and TAPestry of Dance (Featured Dancer). Spamtown, USA; Theater Latté Da: Chicago; He would like to thank his friends and family Theatre: Les Misérables, Rent, Gypsy,
“I send huge thanks to my family for their Artistry: West Side Story. In addition to for the wonderful love and support. Spamalot. “Love to my fiancé, Evan.” Proud
never-ending love and support. You guys performing, Maureen also serves as a JOHN-MICHAEL AEA member. evantylerwilson.com
are amazing!” director, choreographer, wardrobe stylist ZUERLEIN (Wes TINIA MOULDER
RUSH BENSON and theater educator. Warnicker) is happy (Lulu Warnicker) has
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(Travis) is over the MITCHELL DOUGLAS to be returning to appeared in numerous
moon to be back on (Bickle) is thrilled to the Chanhassen stage CDT shows (most
the CDT stage! Credits be back at CDT after having just played recently Ethel
include: CDT (Mamma just recently appearing Olin Britt in the Toffelmier in The Music
Mia!, Newsies, Holiday in the ensemble of barbershop quartet in Man) and is thrilled
Inn), Ordway (In the The Music Man! He’s The Music Man, and to be back once again.
Heights, Jesus Christ a Minnesota native, before that, Sam in Mamma Mia! Other Twin Cities’ credits:
Superstar, West Side hailing from Litchfield. credits include Bill in the Broadway tour The Guthrie, History Theatre, Mixed
Story, A Chorus Line), Guthrie (Christmas Recent credits include: of Mamma Mia!, Smudge in Plaid Tidings Blood, MN Jewish Theatre, Ordway Center,
Carol, The Music Man), Old Log (The Playlist Dancer with Carnival Cruise Lines, off-Broadway, and regional productions Illusion Theater, Old Log and many more.
Wedding Singer), Collide Theatrical a singer in New Voices Cabaret (Lyric Arts) of Sunday in the Park with George and When not on stage, she freelances as a
(Dracula, Romeo & Juliet), Park Square and Ben/Dance Captain in Night of the Sweeney Todd. When not here at the choreographer, director and teaching artist.
(Rocky Horror), Artistry and The Flying Living Dead! The Musical! (Minneapolis theatre, he can be found renovating his She is especially proud of her work with
Foot Forum. Training: Gustavus Adolphus Musical Theatre). Favorite collegiate 1900 home he just bought in Chanhassen student actors. Tinia is lovingly supported
College. “Love to my family, wife Renee, credits: Mereb in Aida and Coalhouse where he lives with his partner, Jeff, and by her family in Minnesota and Delaware.
and Tofu.” AEA. rushbenson.com for more Walker Jr. in Ragtime. “Much love to every their monster of a dog, Pop-Pop. Proud Proud AEA member.
info or @shutuprush on social media. person who’s inspired me to get here today! AEA member.
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BIOGRAPHIES footloose BIOGRAPHIES footloose
LISA VOGEL (Eleanor MARK KING (Princi- AMELIA BARR DAYSHA RAMSEY
Dunbar) is excited to pal Harry Clark) was (Ensemble) is thrilled (Ensemble) is ecstatic
be making her CDT last seen on Chanhas- to be making her to return for Footloose
debut! Other credits sen Dinner Theatres’ CDT debut! After after making her debut
include: Yellow Tree Main Stage in The graduating college in in The Music Man! She
Theatre: Another Music Man. His Main 2018, she spent 2 years received her BFA in
Miracle on Christmas Stage roles have in- performing around the Musical Theatre at the
Lake (Martha); Lyric cluded: Lumiére in world with Norwegian University of Minnesota
Arts: Steel Magnolias Disney’s Beauty and Cruise Line. She is Duluth. Other credits
(Truvy), Sense and Sensibility (Mrs. the Beast, Bert in Disney’s Mary Poppins, pumped to be getting acquainted with the include: Duluth Playhouse: Smokey Joe’s
Dashwood); Gilbert & Sullivan Very Light Chef Louis in Disney’s The Little Mermaid, incredible Minneapolis theatre scene! Her Cafe (BJ and Ensemble), The Mountaintop
Opera Company: H.M.S. Pinafore (Josephine Cosmo in Singin’ in the Rain and Carmen favorite roles include Jerusha in Daddy Long (Camae), Grease (Cha-Cha DiGregorio); U
U/S); New London Barn Playhouse: The Ghia in The Producers. Other favorites are: Legs and Alison in Fun Home at Renegade of MN Duluth: Bare: The Musical (Kyra), The
Fantasticks (Luisa), Camelot (Morgan Le Nachum in Fiddler on the Roof, Sir Evelyn Theater Company. Amelia would like to Little Prince (Rose/Snake), Sister Act (Tina);
Fae); and Lakeshore Players: Beehive: The 60’s in Anything Goes, Xanadu and Seven Brides thank her beyond stellar family and friends Empire Theatre Company: Heathers (MTV
Musical (Pattie). “Thanks to my family and for Seven Brothers. Proud member of Ac- for always supporting and loving her! Girl), Hairspray (Lorraine, Dynamite Girl).
friends for their love and support.” tors’ Equity Association. ameliabarr.com ANDREA MISLAN
KERSTEN RODAU TONY VIERLING CALEB MICHAEL (Ensemble) CDT: The
(Betty Blast) is excited (Cowboy Bob) has ap- (Ensemble) is excited Music Man, Holiday
to be back at CDT peared in over 45 pro- to return to CDT for Inn; Guthrie: Guys
where she was last seen ductions at Chanhassen Footloose! At CDT: and Dolls, Cyrano de
as Donna Sheridan in Dinner Theatres, as well The Music Man. In Bergerac, West Side
Mamma Mia! Other as 20 productions at the the Twin Cities, he Story; Ordway: Smokey
favorite CDT roles Guthrie and Ordway was most recently Joe’s Cafe (U/S);
include Medda Larkin theatres. Regional cred- seen in A Gentlemen’s Collide Theatrical:
in Disney’s Newsies, its include Papermill Guide to Love and Dracula, Le Petit Moulin; History Theatre:
Ursula in Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Playhouse in New Jersey, TUTS in Houston, Murder (Old Log Theatre); Victor/Victoria Dance ’Til You Drop; Chicago the Musical
Melpomene in Xanadu and Fantine in Les Minnesota Opera, Kentucky Opera, Louisi- (Artistry); Spring Awakening (Shoot The Internat’l Tour; Cirque du Soleil: Viva Elvis;
Misérables. Regional credits include The ana Opera, as well as dancing at Disneyland, Glass). Outside MN: The Who’s Tommy, Celine Dion’s A New Day; Pioneer Theatre
Pirates of Penzance, Damn Yankees and The Holland America Cruise Line and National Jekyll & Hyde, Mamma Mia! (Thingamajig); Company: White Christmas; CFRT: Peter
Sound of Music (Ordway); H.M.S. Pinafore, Tours of A Chorus Line and Little House on White Christmas (LaComedia); SilverSea Pan; Royal Winnipeg Ballet (Corps); TV:
She Loves Me and Sweeney Todd (Guthrie); the Prairie. Proud member of Actors’ Equity Cruises; West Side Story, Addams Family & “The Toy Castle,” “The Tonight Show with
Funny Girl and Little Women the Musical Association for 36 years. Oklahoma! (Thunder Bay Theatre). Caleb Jay Leno,” “Oprah,” “Ellen.”
(Artistry); Ragtime and Side Show (Park JANET HAYES TROW holds a BFA in Music Theatre from Viterbo @mlifemovement, mlifemovement.com
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Square); Urinetown (The Jungle); and (Ensemble) is grateful University. calebmichael.org TOMMY BENSON
Carousel with Minnesota Orchestra. to be a continuing part ABBY MAGALEE (Ensemble) is delighted
LAURA RUDOLPH of the Chanhassen (Ensemble) is thrilled to be in Footloose!
(Ensemble) is thrilled acting company for well to be making her He holds a BFA in
to be on the CDT stage! over 50 productions. Chanhassen Dinner Musical Theater and
Favorite CDT credits Favorites include Lena Theatres debut! Credits a BA in Music from
include: Grease (Sandy), Lamont in Singin’ in the include Ordway the University of
Disney’s The Little Rain, Lizzie Curry in Theater: In the Heights, Minnesota Duluth.
Mermaid (Ariel), Hello, The Rainmaker, Polly in Crazy for You and West Side Story, Mamma He has performed in
Dolly! (Irene), All Shook Marian in The Music Man (2002). Other Mia!, White Christmas; Turkey, China and across the Twin Cities,
Up (Natalie), Mamma credits include the Guthrie Theater (Roman The Kennedy Center: Grey Skies Blue; Alvin most recently in The Music Man here at CDT.
Mia!, The Music Man, Holiday Inn, Disney’s Holiday, Guys and Dolls), Ordway Center Ailey Citigroup Theater: Creature. Abby Favorite roles include David DiNotello in
Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, Newsies, (The Sound of Music, Heaven), History graduated from Towson University with Spandex the Musical, Oscar D’Armano in The
Sister Act and Joseph…Dreamcoat. National Theatre (Watermelon Hill) and Theatre a BFA in Dance Performance and a BS in Wild Party, Cowboy Bob in Footloose, Neville
Tour: Nunset Boulevard; Guthrie: South Pa- Elision (If the Spirit Moves). “Love to Danny, Deaf Studies. She is a proud member of AEA Landless in The Mystery of Edwin Drood and
cific, Roman Holiday, H.M.S. Pinafore; Old Peter and Millie!” and a certified yoga instructor. Big love and Frog in A Year with Frog & Toad. Proud
Log: Million Dollar Quartet (Dyanne). “Love gratitude to her family, Jack, Izzy and Ruby! member AEA.
to Eric!” Proud AEA Member. abbymagalee.com or @abby_thedestroyer
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BIOGRAPHIES footloose
EMILY SCINTO ANGELA STEELE
MATINEE MENU
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to be making her back at Chanhassen
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The Bobby Vee Story, This Side of Paradise; (Artistry); Orphan Train (History Theatre);
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ITALIAN PASTA PRIMAVERA V
JOEY MILLER (Swing) Chanhassen Dinner Theatres; Mamma Mia!, oven-roasted tomatoes • zucchini • squash • sweet bell peppers • red onion
Holiday Inn, Newsies, Beauty and the Beast. Theater Latté Da; Chicago. lacinato kale • garlic • olive oil • cavatappi pasta • parmesan
Artistry; Songs for a New World. The Ordway; West Side Story, A Chorus (add italian sausage 4)
Line, White Christmas, Pirates of Penzance, Damn Yankees.
CHOREOGRAPHY: The Ordway; Gotta Dance. The Old Log; Gentleman’s VEGAN IMPOSSI-LOAF V • GF • Vegan
Guide…Murder. Cedar Summerstock; Seussical. La Crosse Symphony; Impossible™ meat blended with fresh vegetables and minnesota wild rice
Cinderella, Glazunov’s Seasons, Coppelia. Viterbo University; Orpheus, roasted mushroom gravy • roasted potatoes
Mystery...Drood, A Funny Thing...Forum. Joey is also a resident choreog- fresh seasonal vegetables
rapher with the La Crosse Dance Centre and a massage therapist. AEA.
VEGETABLE LASAGNA V
ricotta & mozzarella cheeses • pasta • mushroom • carrot • celery • onion
house-made marinara • parmesan
BONELESS FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS
french fries • side of ranch
ROASTED BEET SALAD V • GF
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forest greens • baby spinach • arugula • red onions • chevre
candied walnuts • champagne vinaigrette (no substitutions)
(add grilled chicken 4; shrimp skewer 6)
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ATLANTIC SALMON GF
smoky red onion & poblano glaze • wild rice pilaf • grilled asparagus 8
GRILLED TOP SIRLOIN GF
roasted potatoes • fresh seasonal vegetables 8
ENHANCEMENTS
skewer of shrimp 6 • gorgonzola sauce 4
sautéed mushrooms 3 • sautéed onions 3 • béarnaise sauce 3
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MATINEE & EVENING MENU EVENING MENU
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All entrées are served with fresh bread & butter and a mixed green house salad.
BRUSCHETTA V Your ticket price includes a choice of one of the following selections:
balsamic-marinated plum tomatoes • parmesan • red onions
olive oil • kalamata olives • fresh basil & mint • parmesan crostini 8 FAMOUS CHICKEN CHANHASSEN
oven-roasted skinless chicken breast • minnesota wild rice dressing
fresh seasonal vegetables • signature hollandaise sauce
COCONUT SHRIMP
malibu rum dipping sauce 11 GRILLED TOP SIRLOIN GF
roasted garlic mashed potatoes • fresh seasonal vegetables
ROASTED GARLIC HUMMUS V • Vegan BAKED HADDOCK GF
fresh vegetables • pita chips haddock fillet • pineapple beurre blanc
olive oil & balsamic reduction 9 wild rice pilaf • fresh seasonal vegetables
MOZZARELLA STICKS V ITALIAN PASTA PRIMAVERA V
house-made marinara sauce 8 oven-roasted tomatoes • zucchini • squash • sweet bell peppers • red onion
lacinato kale • garlic • olive oil • cavatappi pasta • parmesan
(add italian sausage 4)
FRIED POT STICKERS
pork • red cabbage • green onions • ginger
VEGAN IMPOSSI-LOAF V • GF • Vegan
Impossible™ meat blended with fresh vegetables and minnesota wild rice
black sesame seeds • teriyaki dipping sauce 8
roasted mushroom gravy • roasted potatoes
fresh seasonal vegetables
SHRIMP COCKTAIL GF
chilled jumbo shrimp • lemon • spicy cocktail sauce 11 VEGETABLE LASAGNA V
ricotta & mozzarella cheeses • pasta • mushroom • carrot • celery • onion
house-made marinara • parmesan
SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP V
parmesan cheese • scallions • pita chips 8 BONELESS FRIED CHICKEN TENDERS
french fries • side of ranch
SAMPLER PLATTER (serves 3 - 4)
ROASTED BEET SALAD V • GF
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coconut shrimp • mozzarella sticks • pot stickers • artichoke dip 17 forest greens • baby spinach • arugula • red onions, • chevre
candied walnuts • champagne vinaigrette (no substitutions)
(add grilled chicken 4; shrimp skewer 6)
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on your table. ________ UPGRADES ________
ATLANTIC SALMON GF
smoky red onion & poblano glaze • wild rice pilaf • grilled asparagus 8
GF = Gluten-Free • V = Vegetarian
This facility is not dairy, soy, nut, shellfish, or wheat-free. HERB-CRUSTED ROASTED PRIME RIB GF
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Your guest check will indicate a (prepaid) value of $18 for dinner, ENHANCEMENTS
along with additional à la carte items purchased. Please consider your skewer of shrimp 6 • gorgonzola sauce 4
server for gratuity on dinner and à la carte items. Tips are generally not sautéed mushrooms 3 • sautéed onions 3 • béarnaise sauce 3
included on your ticket/guest check; however, if you have a party of eight
or more, an 18% gratuity will be added. Find cocktail, wine, and dessert menu on your table.
18 19BIOGRAPHIES footloose BIOGRAPHIES footloose
ARTISTIC STAFF ANDY KUST (Music RICH HAMSON (Costume Designer) has
Director) CDT: The designed 64 CDT productions including The
Music Man, Mamma Music Man, Mamma Mia!, Irving Berlin’s
MICHAEL BRINDISI Singin’ in the Rain. He was honored by the Mia!, Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn, Disney’s Newsies, Sister Act,
(Artistic Director) Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization to Holiday Inn, Grease. Grease, Disney’s The Little Mermaid and
happily celebrates his co-develop and direct the World Premiere Other Credits: Next Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Camelot,
34th year as Resident of Irving Berlin’s Easter Parade, which to Normal, Spring Fiddler on the Roof, Oklahoma!, Seven
Artistic Director for debuted on CDT’s Main Stage in 2007. Awakening, Rent, Brides for Seven Brothers, The Producers,
Chanhassen Dinner When able, he takes time to guest direct Cabaret, Jesus Christ Swing!, 42nd Street, Joseph and the Amazing
Theatres. He has been locally and around the country. Credits Superstar, Billy Elliot, Disney’s Mary Technicolor Dreamcoat, Les Misérables and
affiliated with CDT include: You’re A Good Man, Charlie Poppins, Bare. An award-winning musical world premieres of the last five shows in
since 1971 when he first Brown and A Grand Night for Singing at theater artist and educator, Andy currently Danny Goggin’s Nunsense series. His work
appeared on stage here in The Matchmaker. the Ordway; and Grease and Hair at the serves as the Resident Music Director at has been seen at Park Square Theatre,
In addition, Mr. Brindisi is proud to serve Historic Pantages Theatre. He had the CDT, and is the co-owner of Twin Cities Minnesota Opera, Guthrie Theater, Jungle
on the CDT ownership team (established unique pleasure of directing Elmo, Big Musical Theatre Training. Andy maintains Theater, Theater Latté Da, Illusion Theater,
in 2010). While he continues at the artistic Bird and friends in the Sesame Street Live a busy studio with clients having appeared Cricket Theatre, Historic Pantages Theatre,
helm, he adds the title of president to his National Tour of “Can’t Stop Singing.” on Broadway and in the national touring Children’s Theatre Company, The Ordway,
“credits,” seeing and responding to daily On a personal note, life in the theatre is a companies of Wicked, Dear Evan Hansen, Hey City Theater, Troupe America,
operations. (On your visit, you might see family affair. Michael is married to actor Disney’s Frozen, Mean Girls, Hamilton, Plymouth Playhouse and at high schools and
him walking through the dining room, Michelle Barber, seen on stage here and and Spring Awakening. He has worked as a colleges across the state. Rich designed the
holding a door for a guest, taste-testing across the Twin Cities. Their daughter substitute keyboardist for national tours, national tours of The Sunshine Boys starring
a new menu item or assisting where an Cat, also a professional actor, is married serves as the Associate Music Director Frank Gorshen and Dick Van Patten and The
extra pair of hands is needed.) He directed to actor and director David Darrow. In for Hennepin Theatre Trust’s Spotlight Odd Couple with “M*A*S*H” alumni Jamie
his first CDT production, Private Lives, April, Michael became a proud first-time Program, and collaborates regularly with Farr and William Christopher. Rich’s design
in 1988. Since then, Mr. Brindisi has grandfather to Henry Brindisi Darrow. other theaters that include The Guthrie, work has been acknowledged with three Ivey
well over 100 Chanhassen productions RENEE GUITTAR Theatre Latté Da, The Ordway, Yellow Awards and numerous other recognitions
to his credit. He previously spent several (Choreographer) Tree Theatre, and The Duluth Playhouse. throughout the Twin Cities.
years in freelance directing, overseeing 40 is thrilled to be a Training: Luther College and Arizona State SUE ELLEN BERGER (Lighting Designer)
productions in seven consecutive seasons guest choreographer University. andykustmusic.com has designed on all four Chanhassen stages
of summer stock; three as Artistic Director for Footloose after NAYNA RAMEY (Resident Scenic with over 200 shows to her credit. Sue
of Bemidji’s Paul Bunyan Playhouse and appearing on stage Designer) has been the resident designer at is also Lighting Designer/Stage Manager
four with Minnesota Festival Theatre. at CDT in Disney’s Chanhassen Dinner Theatres since 1988. for our acclaimed Concert Series in the
He directed The Two-Character Play and Beauty and The Beast, Her work most recently was seen in The Fireside Theatre. Away from Chanhassen,
Translations for Actors Theatre of St. Paul Camelot, Grease, Music Man, Mamma Mia!, Irving Berlin’s her work has been seen with The Finnish
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and Once in a Lifetime for Theatre in the Disney’s Newsies, Holiday Inn, and Mamma Holiday Inn, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, National Opera, The Palace Theatre –
Round. Other directing credits include Mia! Other regional performance credits Sister Act, Disney’s Mary Poppins, Grease Wisconsin Dells, Yellow Tree Theatre,
The Beauty Part, The Robber Bridegroom, include The Guthrie, The Ordway and and Disney’s Newsies. She is also recognized Historic Pantages Theatre, Ordway Center,
and Twigs for Chimera Theatre and a The Old Log Theater. Renee has been a for her regional work, including 21 seasons North Star Opera, Music Box Theatre,
Minnesota Music Theatre summer stock company member with Collide Theatrical at American Players Theatre in Spring Carousel Dinner Theatre, Circa 21 and
series with Winona St. Mary’s. Prior to Dance Company since 2013. Currently, Green, Wisconsin, with recent productions Park Square Theatre, among others. Sue
directing, Mr. Brindisi enjoyed a successful Renee is a teaching artist with the Cowles including Measure for Measure, Pride and enjoys spending her summers designing
acting career. CDT productions include: Center and Ashley Ballet Arts Academy. Prejudice, Comedy of Errors and The Seagull. for Iowa’s Cedar Summerstock, while also
Annie Get Your Gun, What the Butler Saw, Her choreography has appeared in over Regional credits also include Milwaukee teaching at ChanDT’s Musical Theatre
Loot, The Robber Bridegroom, My Fair Lady 40 productions on the college, high school Repertory Theatre, Kansas City Repertory, Camp. She has been a guest artist with
and his favorite production, Fiddler on the and professional stage since 2012. Some Intiman Theatre in Seattle, Shakespeare several universities and high schools, has
Roof (appearing in 1978, 1987 and 2013 favorites include Collide Theatrical’s Santa Cruz, Indiana Repertory Theatre, taught theatre on the primary, secondary
productions). He performed the role of Frankenstein, The Magic of Jared Sherlock, Mixed Blood Theatre in Minneapolis, and college levels and is currently teaching
Kenickie in the National Tour of Grease and CABARAVE. Training: B.A. in Dance History Theatre in St. Paul, the Ordway’s Lighting Design at Concordia University
and appeared in the Broadway revival with Honors from Gustavus Adolphus McKnight Theatre in St. Paul and the in St. Paul. Sue is privileged to be a part
of Once in a Lifetime with John Lithgow College. Renee is lucky enough to spend Historic Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis. of CDT’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
and Treat Williams. In 2002, he was a her life with her dance partner and Council. In her spare time, she designs
guest artist in the Ordway’s production of husband Rush Benson and her dog Tofu. for several schools and mentors students
Anything Goes with Sandy Duncan and in interested in tech theatre.
20 21BIOGRAPHIES footloose
RUSS HAYNES (Sound Designer) is happy THOMAS SCHUMACHER (Production
to have designed many productions at Stage Manage) is excited to continue his
Chanhassen, including 8 world premieres. association with CDT in this new position
He has worked on several nationally “behind the scenes.” He came to work here
broadcast television series, award winning in 1986, and since then he has performed
documentaries, and at various theaters, on all four stages, has directed and
schools, and churches throughout the choreographed several productions, and
region. He continues to produce various has worked in the front office for the Guest
projects from his recording studio Rx Relations Department. He is so grateful to
Audio, based in Saint Michael. His favorite the artistic and ownership teams for this
productions are his sons, Wesley and Brian. opportunity and to have been a part of the
Russ would like to dedicate this run to the CDT family for so many years.
memory of dear Chan friends and colleagues JOHN TROW (Assistant Stage Manager/
whom we have lost during the pandemic. Cop) has spent years acting and doing some
PAUL TONI (Wigs & Makeup Design) is directing in Minneapolis, Colorado and
happy to be designing another show with Florida, John is working on the other side of
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. Their work production as ASM. While acting is his first
has been seen onstage here for the past five love he is very grateful for the work Michael
years. Best wishes to the current and future Brindisi has provided him the last 14 years.
company members here at CDT. “Love to Janet, Heather and Juliet.”
CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES ChanhassenDT.com
22April 16 & April 23 May 21
Church of Cash Warehouse
World-Class A Tribute to Dave
Johnny Cash Tribute Matthews Band
April 21 - 22 May 22
Wings Over America I Honestly Love You
A Tribute to Paul McCartney A Tribute to Olivia Newton-
Featuring Jeff Engholm and the John & Anne Murray
Collective Unconscious Featuring Jana Anderson, Lisa Keith,
Bernard and Tara Brueske
April 24
The Mother of All Rat Packs May 27 - 28
Featuring Patty Peterson, Judi Vinar, Transit Authority
Rachel Holder and Lori Dokken with
special guest, James Rocco A Tribute to Chicago
April 28 - 30 June 3
The Fabulous Armadillos Pamela Helmer McNeill
In Concert
Songs from Those Who
Have Passed June 4
May 1 Aretha and Her Men
The Spirit of Whitney Featuring Gwen Matthews,
Kandii Matthews, Gevonee Ford,
A Tribute to Whitney Houston Jerry Eskridge & Justin Burk
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May 5 - 7 June 10 - 11
Rainy Days & Mondays The Daisy Dillman Band
The Music of the Carpenters Sings Crosby, Stills,
Featuring Aimée Lee & the Superstars Nash & Young
May 13 - 14 June 12
Free Fallin’ Women on the Moon
A Tribute to Tom Petty With Patty Peterson, Joyann Parker,
Ginger Commodore, Judi Vinar,
May 20 Rachel Holder and Lori Dokken
Remembering the Legend June 16 - 18
The Music of Lou Rawls
The Fabulous Armadillos
Featuring Johnnie Brown
24 The Best from A to Z 25BIOGRAPHIES stevie ray’s comedy cabaret
CELEBRATING OVER 30 YEARS!
Sign 42x24 DIRECTORS
STEVIE RAY (Co- PAMELA MAYNE (Co-
Founder/Executive Direc- Founder/Director of
tor), the only person in Operations) co-founded
STEVICOMEDYE RAY’CABARETS
the country to design his Stevie Ray’s Improv
own college degree in Company with Stevie
comedy, has entertained Ray in 1989 and has been
audiences since his first the force behind the
show at the age of nine. scenes ever since. Besides
Stevie has opened for such overseeing operations
stars as Paula Poundstone of the company, she has
and “Weird Al” Yankovic. He has been a noted created hits including O Little Town of Chanhassen,
keynote speaker and corporate trainer across the Y2K: How the Glitch Stole Christmas and The
country for over 30 years and is the author of a Full Santy. She co-produced two Minneapolis
dozen books. He is a nationally syndicated colum- Improv Festival events in 1996 and 1999 – the
nist for the Business Journal Newspapers. In his first national improv festivals in Minnesota – as
THE STEVIE RAY’S COMEDY TROUPE free time, he is a beekeeper and volunteers record- well as three 26-hour comedy marathons to raise
ing books on tape for the blind. Stevie has studied funds for charitable causes in the Twin Cities. Her
seven martial arts and hold black belts in four of work has been featured in the Star Tribune, Twin
them. At one point in his career, he was actually a Cities Revue and the Minnesota Women’s Press. In
bodyguard for Pee Wee Herman (yes, really). He 2010, she was honored with the Improv Pioneer
lives in Burnsville with his wife and stepdaughter award, recognizing her work in bringing new and
and learned his quick-thinking skills trying to win emerging artists to the stage and advancing the art
debates with them. of improvisational theatre.
JOE HARSTAD (Artistic Director) took his first improv class at the age of
fifteen, and has been practicing the art ever since. In 2015, Joe moved from
performing to directing. Joe creates new troupes and develops new themes for
the shows, directs performances at Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, and directs
the School of Improv, training new instructors as well as teaching improv and
stand-up comedy classes himself. When not sitting in the director’s booth at
Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret, you will often find Mr. Harstad in the sound and
light booth, lending his talents as a technician (it also allows him to keep an eye
on the troupe).
OUR TROUP MEMBERS ARE SELECTED FROM UNIQUE CORPORATE TRAINING
THE BEST TALENT THE TWIN CITIES HAS TO OFFER Stevie Ray’s unique hands-on training is used internationally to teach employees to think on
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their feet during challenging situations, sharpen presentation skills, enhance team building,
Lydia Borchert • Aaron Cook • Matt Dorland • Jonathan Fogel and improve workplace performance. Stevie Ray can come to you, or you can hold your train-
Joden Kohls • Caroline Hitt • Ben Heer • Kip Hathaway ing event right here at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres! Thrilled clients include:
Rex Isom, Jr. • AJ Kueppers • Joe Lovitt • Ellie Walton • Honeywell • Blue Cross and Blue Shield • Cargill
Nate Weingarden • Brett Williams • General Mills • Wells Fargo • 3M Company
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
LIFE GETTING A LITTLE DULL? KIM BLIVERNICHT • KAT DALAGER • BILL SOMMERS
Need to keep your brain sharp?
Try an improv class at Stevie Ray’s!
STEVIE RAY’S
IMPROV COMPANY
Since 1989, thousands of people just like you have learned to 952-500-9230 • stevierays.org
think on their feet and gain new skills in a fun and supportive
environment. All walks of life and all ages are welcome (our old-
est student was 93!). Call 952-500-9230 or to to stevierays.org. “Making it up as we go since 1989”
26 27OUR HISTORY on stage OUR HISTORY on stage
MAIN STAGE OCT. 1998 Nuncrackers
OCT. 1968 How to Succeed… APR. 1991 Me & My Girl AUG. 1983 Mass Appeal FEB. 1999 Forever Plaid
NOV. 1968 Arsenic and Old Lace JUL. 1991 Oklahoma! JUL. 1984 Quilters OCT. 1999 Nuncrackers
NOV. 1968 The Fantasticks NOV. 1991 Me & My Girl MAR. 1985 Talley’s Folly JAN. 2000 Forever Plaid
DEC. 1968 The Boyfriend FEB. 1992 Hello, Dolly! AUG. 1985 The Foreigner NOV. 2000 Nuncrackers
FEB. 1969 110 in the Shade JUL. 1992 South Pacific MAR. 1987 Beyond Therapy FEB. 2001 I Ought to be in Pictures
MAR. 1969 Charley’s Aunt NOV. 1992 The Sound of Music NOV. 1987 A Chanhassen Christmas AUG. 2001 Forbidden Broadway
MAY 1969 Ten Nights in a Barroom JUL. 1993 Fiddler on the Roof JAN. 1988 Private Lives SEPT. 2002 Meshuggah-Nuns!
JUN. 1969 Carousel JAN. 1994 Phantom JUL. 1988 The Nerd SEPT. 2003 Silver Sizzles Revue
JUL. 1969 Mr. Roberts JAN. 1995 42nd Street JAN. 1989 Steel Magnolias OCT. 2003 Nuncrackers
AUG. 1969 Guys & Dolls FEB. 1996 Crazy For You JUN. 1989 I Ought to Be in Pictures JAN. 2004 The Taffetas
OCT. 1969 A Funny Thing…Forum JAN. 1997 State Fair OCT. 1989 A Walk in the Woods SEPT. 2004 Oil City Symphony
DEC. 1969 West Side Story JAN. 1998 Brigadoon AUG. 1990 Greater Tuna MAR. 2005 Nunsensations!
FEB. 1970 Irma La Douce NOV. 1998 Good News! MAY 1991 Groucho JAN. 2006 Mid-Life! The Crisis Musical
APR. 1970 The Music Man AUG. 1999 Can-Can SEPT. 1991 Lend Me a Tenor AUG. 2007 Respect
JUN. 1970 Damn Yankees MAY 2000 Oklahoma! JAN. 1992 Shirley Valentine APR. 2008 Married Alive!
JUL. 1970 South Pacific APR. 2001 My Fair Lady JAN. 1993 Chapter Two NOV. 2008 Altar Boyz
NOV. 1970 How to Succeed… FEB. 2002 The Music Man OCT. 1993 Brighton Beach Memoirs APR. 2009 Always…Patsy Cline
FEB. 1971 A Flea in Her Ear OCT. 2002 Camelot
SEPT. 1994 Nunsense II NOV. 2009 Nunset Boulevard
MAY 1971 The Matchmaker MAY 2003 The Sound of Music
MAY 1995 Honky-Tonk Highway SEPT. 2010 I Do! I Do!
JUL. 1971 The Three Cuckolds OCT. 2003 Cats
SEPT. 1995 I Do! I Do! NOV. 2011 Plaid Tidings
SEPT. 1971 Black Comedy & Adaptations JUN. 2004 Annie
NOV. 1995 Nunsense Jamboree JAN. 2012 Forever Plaid
NOV. 1971 Fiddler on the Roof OCT. 2004 Anything Goes
OCT. 1996 Educating Rita NOV. 2012 Our Hometown Christmas Pageant
NOV. 1972 My Fair Lady APR. 2005 Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
NOV. 2005 West Side Story AUG. 1997 The Rainmaker NOW PLAYING CDT Concert Series
SEPT. 1973 Gypsy
FEB. 1974 Chemin De Fer JUN. 2006 Singin’ in the Rain
MAY 1974 Oklahoma! OCT. 2006 Grease PLAYHOUSE
NOV. 1974 Brigadoon FEB. 2007 Irving Berlin’s Easter Parade MAY 1970 Under Milk Wood JAN. 2002 Forever Plaid
MAR. 1975 A Little Night Music JUN. 2007 Les Misérables JUN. 1970 A Thurber Carnival NOV. 2002 The Sounds of Christmas
JUL. 1975 Man of La Mancha NOV. 2007 Joseph…Dreamcoat AUG. 1970 Brecht on Brecht and FEB. 2003 Forever Plaid
NOV. 1975 Guys & Dolls MAR. 2008 42nd Street Oh! What a Lovely War NOV. 2003 Christmas Memories
MAR. 1976 Ah, Wilderness! AUG. 2008 Swing! OCT. 1970 The Fantasticks MAR. 2004 The Big Bang
MAY 1976 Show Boat OCT. 2008 The Producers FEB. 1971 I Do! I Do! NOV. 2004 A Christmas Party
SEPT. 1976 A Flea in Her Ear FEB. 2009 Seven Brides For Seven Brothers NOV. 1992 I DoLove the Holidays! JAN. 2005 The Big Bang
DEC. 1976 Anything Goes JUN. 2009 Joseph…Dreamcoat JAN. 1993 I Do! I Do! NOV. 2005 Celebrate Christmas!
APR. 1977 Finian’s Rainbow OCT. 2009 Oklahoma! AUG. 1993 Love Letters MAR. 2006 The Musical of Musicals!
OCT. 1977 Company JAN. 2010 Footloose DEC. 1993 Stevie Ray’s Comedy Troupe JUL. 2006 The Male Intellect
JAN. 1978 Fiddler on the Roof AUG. 2010 All Shook Up FEB. 1995 Sweethearts NOV. 2006 Christmas in the Big Apple
NOV. 1978 Camelot FEB. 2011 Jesus Christ Superstar NOV. 1995 Once again it’s Christmas JAN. 2007 The Male Intellect
OCT. 1979 Carousel AUG. 2011 Hairspray NOV. 1996 Once again It’s Christmas SEPT. 2007 The Wonder Bread Years
MAY 1980 Annie Get Your Gun JUN. 2012 Xanadu NOV. 1997 A New York Holiday NOV. 2007 The Best of the Holidays
MAR. 1981 The Sound of Music OCT. 2012 Bye Bye Birdie NOV. 1998 An Old Fashioned Christmas JAN. 2008 The Wonder Bread Years
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FEB. 1982 The Music Man APR. 2013 Joseph…Dreamcoat NOV. 1999 Holiday Times NOV. 2008 Another Night…Christmas
NOV. 1982 Hello, Dolly! SEPT. 2013 Fiddler on the Roof MAR. 2000 Nunsense NOV. 2009 Another Night…Christmas
JUN. 1983 Joseph…Dreamcoat FEB. 2014 Disney’s The Little Mermaid NOV. 2000 Swingtime Holiday APR. 2010 Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret
OCT. 1983 Annie SEPT. 2014 Hello, Dolly! JAN. 2001 Forever Plaid NOV. 2010 O Little Town of Chanhassen
NOV. 1984 She Loves Me FEB. 2015 Disney’s Mary Poppins NOV. 2001 Simply Christmas NOW PLAYING Stevie Ray’s Comedy Cabaret
JUN. 1985 West Side Story OCT. 2015 Sister Act
MAR. 2016
JAN. 1986 A Chorus Line
SEPT. 2016
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
Camelot
COURTYARD/THE CLUB
SEPT. 1986 My Fair Lady
JUL. 1987 Fiddler on the Roof MAR. 2017 Grease JUL. 1984 Mass Appeal
JUN. 1974 A Thousand Clowns
MAR. 1988 The Mystery of Edwin Drood NOV. 2017 Sister Act APR. 1986 Sleuth
JAN. 1975 Sleuth
SEPT. 1988 42nd Street MAR. 2018 Disney’s Newsies NOV. 1986 Home for the Holidays
JAN. 1976 What the Butler Saw
MAR. 1989 Guys & Dolls OCT. 2018 Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn JAN. 1987 You & the Night & the Music
JUL. 1976 Oh, Coward!
SEPT. 1989 Kiss Me, Kate MAR. 2019 Mamma Mia! SEPT. 1987 The Middle Ages
FEB. 1977 Vanities
MAR. 1990 Damn Yankees FEB. 2020 The Music Man (closed 3/20 - COVID) NOV. 1988 Holiday Follies
MAR. 1978 Same Time, Next Year
JUL. 1990 The Music Man JUL. 2021 The Music Man NOV. 1989 Your Holiday Show of Shows
SEPT. 1979 Importance of Being Earnest
NOV. 1990 Camelot JAN. 2022 Footloose JAN. 1990 Oil City Symphony
FEB. 1980 Do You Turn Somersaults?
JUN. 1980 What the Butler Saw NOV. 1990 White Nights
NOV. 1980 Deathtrap NOV. 1991 And so this is Christmas
FIRESIDE APR. 1981 Blithe Spirit NOV. 1993 One Fine Christmas
APR. 1978 Vanities JUL. 1980 On Golden Pond NOV. 1981 The Promise FEB. 1994 Say It with Music
JUN. 1978 The Sunshine Boys SEPT. 1981 LUV APR. 1982 Dial M for Murder NOV. 1994 Holiday Follies II
OCT. 1978 Loot JAN. 1982 Tintypes SEPT. 1982 The Dining Room JAN. 1995 Stevie Ray’s Comedy Troupe
MAR. 1979 The Robber Bridegroom AUG. 1982 The Fantasticks APR. 1983 On the Air NOV. 1995 I Do! I Do!
28 FEB. 1980 Equus JAN. 1983 On Golden Pond DEC. 1983 Crimes of the Heart 29INFORMATION for our guests STAFF chanhassen dinner theatres
DINING OFFICERS
Our chef is happy to consult with guests regarding special dietary requests. Advance PRESIDENT/ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: Michael Brindisi
VICE PRESIDENT/CHOREOGRAPHER: Tamara Kangas Erickson
notice is appreciated; inquire when making reservations. We do not permit bringing in TREASURER/PRESIDENT OF VENUWORKS: Steven L. Peters;
outside food or beverage items. GENERAL MANAGER: Solveig Theis; FINANCE DIRECTOR: Paula Wegler
SALES & MARKETING DIRECTOR: Joel D. Rainville; FOOD & BEVERAGE DIRECTOR: Mo Moore
GRATUITY MANAGEMENT CONSULTING SERVICES: VenuWorks; PRODUCER: The Chanhassen Theatre, LLC
BOARD OF MANAGERS: Michael and Michelle Brindisi, Tamara and Peter Erickson,
Your guest check will indicate a (prepaid) value of $18 for dinner, along with additional Jim and Sandi Jensen, Doug and Beth Ann Lennick, Steve and Randi Peters
à la carte items purchased. Please consider your server for gratuity on dinner and à
la carte items. Tips are generally not included on your ticket/guest check; however, if SALES AND MARKETING
you have a party of 8 or more, an 18% gratuity will be added. PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR: Kristen Howland
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF SALES: Peggy Lushine; MARKETING MANAGER: Nick Haug
PAYMENT & POLICIES MARKETING PROJECT AND ADVERTISING MANAGER: Amy Severson
PR and CONTENT COORDINATOR: Brennen Thomas
Cash and major credit cards are accepted. Personal checks are not accepted. An ATM IT MANAGER: Mike Vanneste; IT SUPPORT SPECIALIST: Elena Alesna
is located in the lobby. There are no refunds on tickets. BOX OFFICE SUPERVISOR: Angel Whiteside; EMCEE/PR SPECIALIST: Jay Reilly
EMCEES: Kevin Barnard, Nancy Nelson, Todd Walker; MARKETING EVENTS ASST: Tommy Benson
CAMERAS & ELECTRONIC DEVICES GROUP SALES SPECIALISTS: Monica Haigh-Griak, Brody Meinke; WEDDINGS & EVENTS MANAGER: Daniel Holtz
RESERVATIONISTS: Barbara Bartels, Marilyn Beam, Amber Chavez, Zoe Hartigan, Rebecca Hunkins, Terry Kehoe,
To comply with copyright laws and union regulations, the use of cameras and all Mary LeFevere, Debra Morem, Rachel Olson, Cheryl Reynolds, Benjamin Rubenstein, Laurie Ryan, Tasha Singh
recording devices (including mobile phones) is prohibited during performances.
Texting and use of mobile devices during the performance is also prohibited. Please ACCOUNTING AND ADMINISTRATION
turn off or silence your device during the performance. HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER: Amy Doeden; PAYROLL MANAGER: Mary Goetze
ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATES: Adam Davis, Bertha Marahrens
EMERGENCY EXITS
In the event of a power failure, illuminated emergency exit signs are activated. FOOD AND BEVERAGE
FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER: Lynda Pauly; KITCHEN MANAGER: Pedro Arreola-Cortez
DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR PRODUCTION MANAGER: Ubaldo Arteaga; ASSISTANT FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER: Michael Davis
SUPERVISOR: Cheryl Anenson; PUB SUPERVISOR: Jacob Helmstetter
We reserve the right to escort disruptive patrons from the theatre at any time. COOKS: David Altrowitz, Andrew Bortscheller, Nicholas Cortez, Natalia Gomez Diaz, Jose Gonzalez,
SMALL CHILDREN & INFANTS Zachary Hanson, Irving Martinez, Corey Minnihan, Alex Nielsen, Marilyn Beam, Sam Nolden, Jose Cabrel Reyes
PANTRY STAFF: Elijah Black, Cruz Cerero, Daniela Cerero, Briseyda Rios, Rolando Rios
CDT productions are full-scale musical productions. Children aged 5 and above are WAIT STAFF: Ernesto Almaraz, James Ball, Mattea Borom, Coty Breault, Josh Brown, Nathan Buska,
welcomed. Children under age 5, including infants and toddlers, will not be admitted. Amy Campbell, Tyler Campbell, Adam Davis, Jhasmin Denasha, Aaron Dykema, Catherine Egger,
Rylie Egger, Jahmal Fisher, Daniel Greenside, Rochelle Grilla, Anika Gustafson, Bria Hakel, Michelle Hegdahl,
ACCESSIBLE SEATING Stephanie Heller, Jacob Helmstetter, Paul Hennen, Danielle Johnson, Kiley Juckel, Michael Kamerud,
Patricia Kuzara, Linnea Lynum, Renee Lynum, Christian Marshall, Leigh Ann Meyer, Dylan Moen,
If you require accessible seating, please inform the box office when ordering tickets. Melissa Morehouse, Jennifer Ness, Stephanie Neumann, Walter Newbury, Hannah Nielsen,
Melissa Clark Patefield, Joanne Pauly, Kylee Santovi, Tyron Schwantz, Daniel Smith,
SMOKING Anthony Stansberry, John Stewart, Michael Stewart, Dustin Suggs
Use of tobacco and e-cigarettes is prohibited in all areas of our facility. SERVICE ASSISTANTS: Nancy Aleman, Maggie Babler, Grace Baeb, Cody Bisek, Grant Carlson,
Ashley Claver, Rachel Eiden, Chloe Fischer, William Gillquist, Madison Goman, Daniel Greenside,
AUDIO DESCRIBED, ASL PERFORMANCES & LISTENING DEVICES
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CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES ChanhassenDT.com
Kara Hippen, Eli Jackson, Maxine Johnson, Zoe Johnson, Melissa Laubach, Amin Mahdi,
AD/ASL performances are offered for most performances. Request arrangements at the Caleb McMurray, Kaiya Mudge, Ava Neuman, Rachel Patefield, Aleigha Penny, Faith Peterson,
Anna Ransom, Antronin Santovi, Matteo Schneider, Andrea Thomforde, Megan Thompson,
time of purchase to ensure availability. A limited number of assisted listening devices Grace Trewatha, Hector Urquizo, Abigail Westrum, Gabriel Wright-Dunn
are available. Request upon arrival. BAR SUPERVISOR: Dan Bakke; BARTENDERS: Nicole Cameron, Matthew Copeland, Robin Frost,
Bennett Klingman, Patti Kohls, Ryan Mohr, Chris Peplinski, Jerrold Schalinske, Marc Taylor, Erik Witt
CASHIER: Corynne Haslach; DISHROOM STAFF: Humberto Almaraz,
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION Ernesto Almaraz Aleman, Humberto Almaraz Santa Cruz, Paul Cota, Jason Dean
HOST STAFF: Heidi Beall, Joanne Bethke, Elizabeth Bixby, Eudora Bixby, Laura Breyen, Amy Christensen,
In the summer of 2021, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres began its process of developing Betty Eliason, Barbara Gustafson, Audrey Horman, Martha Johnston, Catherine Kelling, Jean Kingsrud,
a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council (DEIC). We were moved to do so to increase Rachel Kosek, Meghan Lane, Rachael Mock, Rochelle Nibbe, Jenna Palmatier, Darlene Pederson,
Lauren Phillips, Noelle Reilly, Roxana Robling, Margaret Ryther, Isabel Sanders, Mary Schlender, Sandra Sharratt,
inclusivity, accessibility and belonging, to better welcome, serve, and engage all of our Skyler Smith, Ella Stewart, Mary Stumpfl, Victoria Van de Veire, Lauren Winkelman, Kimberly Zaborsky
employees and guests. We strive to be a leader for transformation in the performing arts BANQUET STAFF: Emily Claver, Emily Dykema, Eric Holtz, Vicki Holtz, Christopher Jimmy,
and hospitality fields with our core values of Integrity, Cooperation, Safety, Community Mary Jordan, Elliana Meier, Elise Meyer, Megan Thompson, Makenna Vick, Amanda Webb
and Service, to create a culture that is mirrored in our actions and policies as a business.
Quite simply, we are working towards being better and doing better. Thank you for letting FACILITIES CREW
us share our vision. MAINTENANCE MANAGER: Justin Ranum; HOUSEKEEPING SUPERVISOR: Fidel Sanchez
MAINTENANCE: Steve Daly, Randy Felt, Rick Nustad, Mike Wegler
HOUSEKEEPING/LAUNDRY: Leticia Aleman de Almaraz, Maria Almaraz, Tina Heifort,
Kevin Kurvers, Mary Jordan, Walter Malone, Lilian Quintero, Timothy Reardon
For advertising in CDT PROGRAMS, contact Marilyn A. Miller SECURITY: Thomas Bahe, Aaron Busch, Tyler Decker, Troy Koubsky
CHECK TEAM LEAD: Nancy Nelson; CDT CHECK TEAM: Diane Albrecht, Carolyn Allmendinger,
Program@ChanhassenDT.com • (952) 942-7355 Ellen DeFilippis, Denny Laufenburger, Ann Mitchell, Jeni Ness, Cheryl Norton,
Jodi Olson, Sandy Rodenz, Mary Schlender, Pat Schullo, Colyn Tvete
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