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The Odessa-Montour Fine Arts Boosters
Present
By Frank L. Baum
Music & Lyrics by Harold Arlen & E. Y.
Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Dance & Vocal Arrangements by Peter Howard
Orchestration by Larry Wilcox
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Co.
Based upon the Classic Motion Picture owned by Turner
Entertainment Co. & distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
THE WIZARD OF OZ is presented by arrangement with TAMS-WITMARK
www.tamswitmark.com
Friday, March 19, 2021
THE VIDEOTAPING OR MAKING OF ELECTRONIC OR OTHER AUDIO AND/OR VISUAL RECORDINGS OF THIS PRODUCTION OR DISTRIBUTING RECORDINGS ON ANY MEDIUM, INCLUDING THE INTERNET, IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED, A VIOLATION OF THE AUTHOR’S RIGHTS AND ACTIONABLE UNDER UNITED STATES COPYRIGHT LAW.
Welcome to Oz!
Dear (Virtual) Audience Members,
We are so excited to transport you to Kansas, to Oz, and then
back again for this performance of The Wizard of Oz.
What a year it has been! Persevering through COVID-19 has
been a remarkable challenge, but we were determined to find a way to
produce The Wizard of Oz, having been merely six days away from
opening night when the pandemic pulled the rug out from under us. The
credit for being able to produce this show, with everything pre-recorded
and a variety of safety procedures to ensure we could avoid the spread of
COVID within the cast and crew, goes largely to Mrs. Jenn Kraemer. She
has put in countless hours, going well above and beyond what anyone
could possibly demand or expect, to ensure our kids could perform this
show, and I simply cannot adequately express my gratitude to her. Our
students, and I, are so lucky to have her
It is impossible to truly thank everyone who contributed to this
production, but I want to take a moment to thank Manley Gavich in
particular, who not only created and taught all the choreography in the
show, but also consulted on a number of projects, and called the show so
that I could help out backstage. He is a true gem and we are so happy that
he calls OMCS home. Thanks also to Beth Clark and Jessica Skinner for
their work on costumes, Hannah Rosier for wearing many hats, Ceridwen
Stermer and her crew for their scenery work, Cara Starkweather for her
help with sponsors, and the many parents who gave up their time to help
in numerous ways. I am personally grateful for getting to work alongside
Jenn and Andy – I couldn’t ask for a better team.
Lastly, I want to give a shout-out to the students. March 14, 2020
may be, years from now, the most heartbreaking day in my teaching
career, as the students heard the news that school was going remote and
the show was going to be postponed. I would like to acknowledge our
2020 seniors – Justin, Kaelyn, Tassia, Dylan, and Ashley – who worked
tirelessly for three months, never to see their efforts brought to fruition.
They were all very much in our hearts as we carried on in their stead.
And to this year’s cast – you guys were so patient, so understanding, as
Mrs. K and I navigated some really tricky and foreign waters. They kept
digging deeper when we asked for “one more take” (which was often
several more takes), or told them they needed to make their gestures
bigger, or reminded them that, no, they couldn’t sing while acting on
stage (what a strange thing to tell the cast of your musical!). The kids are
so dear to Jenn and I – the last couple of months with them have been a
treasure for us both, and we are proud beyond measure.
To the parents, staff, administration, and community of OMCS -
thank you for your support of our students, who have given so much to
this endeavor, and to the arts in general. Please enjoy the show!
Most sincerely,
Holly E. Campbell
CAST
In alphabetical order by actor
Featured Ensemble Cassie Allen
Zeke/The Cowardly Lion Alexis Ayers
Featured Ensemble Victoria Brewster
Uncle Henry/The Guard Benjamin Campbell
Toto Coco Campbell
Hunk/The Scarecrow Felisha Cook
Featured Ensemble Lillian Halpin
Dorothy Allison Heichel
Hickory/The Tinman Molly Heichel
Miss Gulch/The Wicked Witch Taryn Hoyt
Aunt Em/Glinda Emma Malnoske
Voice of the Winkie General Mystery Guest
Prof. Marvel/The Wizard of Oz Phoenix Parmenter
Nikko Eliza Starkweather
Featured Ensemble Madison Stone
Youth Cast Members
Munchkin/Winkie Paige Bailey
Munchkin/Monkey Alexander Campbell
Munchkin/Winkie General Kendall Colunio
Munchkin/Winkie Peter Dechow
Munchkin/Winkie David Heichel
Munchkin/Monkey Casey Hines
Munchkin/Monkey Ella Kramer
Munchkin/Winkie Sidney Pike
Munchkin/Monkey Grace Riker
Munchkin/Monkey Avery Spaccio
A special mention to all our cast members who were part of our production last year, but
were unable to return this year:
Justin Andrews, Kaelyn Arnold, Tassia Garrison, Dylan Holton, Ashley Monroe, Hannah
Barr, Lucas Barr, Olivia Barr, Sarah Barr, Owen Farnsworth, Madelyn Gokey, Robert Hess,
Emma Landon, Perry Navestad, Melody Smith, Samantha VanHorn, and Braiden Ventra.
Musical Numbers
Act I
Over the Rainbow………………..………………………………………..……………..Dorothy
Munchkin Musical Sequence..…………..……..Glinda, Dorothy, the Munchkins
Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead!…………………Glinda, Dorothy, the Munchkins
Yellow Brick Road……………………….………….. Glinda, Dorothy, the Munchkins
If I Only Had a Brain…………………….…………… Scarecrow, Dorothy, the Crows
We’re Off to See the Wizard (Duet).………………………….. Scarecrow, Dorothy
If I Only Had a Heart…………………………………….. Tinman, Dorothy, the Trees
We’re Off to See the Wizard (Trio)…………….….Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow
Lions, Tigers, and Bears……………..….……….……. Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow
If I Only Had the Nerve…………………………Lion, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow
We’re Off to See the Wizard (Quartet)….Lion, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow
Poppies……………………....Glinda, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Lion, Chorus
Act II
Optimistic Voices…………………………………………….Featured Women’s Chorus
Merry Old Land of Oz…..Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Lion, Guard, Ozians
If I Were King of the Forest………………….Lion, Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow
March of the Winkies………………………………………………………………....Winkies
Jitterbug…………………..………..Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Lion, Jitterbugs
Reprise: Somewhere Over the Rainbow…………………………………….…Dorothy
Reprise: Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead!...........................................Winkies
THERE WILL BE ONE 10 MINUTE INTERMISSION
Here’s your opportunity to go to our PayPal link and help make a
contribution to the OMCS Fine Arts Boosters!
Crew
Directors: Holly Campbell, Jennifer Kraemer
Choreography: Manley Gavich
Stage Crew: Hannah Barr, Sarah Barr, Dominick Elliott, Caleb Reynolds, Ida
Sidle
Set Construction: Andy Campbell with Jennifer Kraemer & Holly Campbell
Scenery: Ceridwen Stermer, Bronwyn Stermer, Carly Smith, OMCS Drama
Club, OMCS Chorus & Band students
Props: Beth Clark, Jennifer Kraemer, Hannah Rosier, Kristi Allen, Pete
Fitch, OMCS Chorus & Band Students
Lighting Design: Jennifer Kraemer
Lighting Crew: Aiden Thurston, Jon Spencer
Sound Coordinator: Andy Campbell
Videographer: Herb Gaston
Livestream Support: Jim Nolan
Costumes: Beth Clark, Kim Laursen, Ann Shepardson, Lindsay Dechow,
Hannah Rosier, Sadye Halpin, Jessica Skinner
Program: Holly Campbell
T-Shirt/Poster Design: Hannah Barr
A special thank you to the maintenance staff for all their help and
support, and for keeping our building looking so fantastic!
Also thank you to Charlie Haeffner of the Odessa-File and to the Watkins
Review and Express for their coverage of this production.
Cast Biographies Cassie Allen Featured Women’s Chorus (8th Grade)- This is Cassie’s first appearance on stage. In her free time, she likes to hang with friends, sing (anytime!), and dance. Her favorite memory is throwing apples at the Scarecrow and Dorothy. Cassie would like to thank her mother, her aunt Stacey, her nana, & her papa. Alexis Ayers Zeke/Lion (Senior)- Two years ago Alexis appeared as a Hot Box Dancer in Guys & Dolls. Her favorite activities include singing and watching any kind of movies. Her favorite quote is, “One more time.” Alexis would like to thank Mrs. & Mr. Campbell, Mrs. Kraemer, & Manley Gavich. Paige Bailey Munchkin/Winkie (5th Grade)- This is Paige’s very first show! In her free time she enjoys watching TV, drawing, and swimming. She would like to thank her dog, Max. Victoria Brewster Ensemble (Sophomore)- Victoria previously appeared on the OM stage as Downy in Honk! Her favorite pastimes include taking timer selfies with the cast, practicing the “Jitterbug,” and getting Burger King with Eliza and Lilli. Her favorite rehearsal quote is from Manley: “Always carry a pocket pastry.” Tori wants to thank her parents for being very supportive and giving her rides to school, and Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. Kraemer, & Manley. She also wants to thank her dance partners: Ben, Lillian, & Eliza. Alexander Campbell Munchkin/Flying Monkey (7th grade)- Alex has previously appeared in Peter Pan, Aesop’s Foibles, and Honk! He likes to read, sing (“are showers spare time?”), and visit with his dogs. His favorite memory from the musical is making friends. Alex gives thanks to his mom (and director), Mrs. Laursen, Mr. MacDonald, and last but not least, Mrs. Kraemer.
Benjamin Campbell Uncle Henry/The Guard (Sophomore)- Ben has appeared in Pippin as Theo, The Music Man as Winthrop, and The Secret Garden as Colin. During his leisure time he enjoys playing piano, sports, and video games. Ben’s favorite memory from The Wizard of Oz is all the time he got to spend with friends. He thanks the directors, his family, and friends like Molly, Lilli, Tori, Eliza, and Emma. Kendall Colunio Munchkin/Winkie General (5th grade)- The Wizard of Oz is Kendall’s very first show. In her spare time, she likes eating, playing with her puppy, and going outside. Her favorite show memory is when she says, “Because you put your foot through our drum” while talking to the Wicked Witch. She would like to thank her mom, her friends, her puppy, her dad, Mrs. Kraemer, Manley, and Mrs. Campbell. Felisha Cook Hunk/Scarecrow (Senior)- Felisha is appearing on stage for the first time. She likes to listen to music, hang with friends and family, and dance. Her favorite quote from the show is, “Lions, and tigers, and bears! Oh my!” Felisha would like to thank her parents, the directors, Maddie Stone (“who apparently is my sister!”), her friends, and her boyfriend, Jacob Johnston, for helping her come out of her shell. Felisha says, “I honestly regret not joining this sooner.” Peter Dechow Munchkin/Winkie (5th grade)- This is Peter’s first show, but he is excited to be appearing later this year in Frozen Jr. as a member of Olaf’s Summer Chorus. Peter’s favorite things to do include playing games, chatting, and reading. His favorite part of The Wizard of Oz is “the witch scene.” He would like to thank his mom, Mr. MacDonald, and others. Lillian Halpin Ensemble (Freshman)- Lillian has appeared in several other shows at OMCS, including Honk! (Fluffy), Aesop’s Foibles (the
Fox), and Guys and Dolls. She enjoys eating food with Tori, walking with Eliza, and listening to music with Ben. One of her favorite show memories is when Manley said, “We don’t need bones where we’re going!” She would like to thank Mr. MacDonald for reaching her full potential with her voice, Tori, Eliza, Ben, Emma, Molly, and Phoenix for keeping her company, Eliza and Tori for the food runs, and Mrs. Campbell and Mrs. Kraemer for all the time they put into “this wonderful musical.” Also to Manley for his amazing quotes! Allison Heichel Dorothy (Senior)- Allison’s past roles include Tinkerbell in Peter Pan, Sharpay in High School Musical, and Jane Banks in Mary Poppins. When not performing, she loves to create art, sleep, and stay out of trouble. Allison’s favorite memories from The Wizard of Oz include hiding food in her basket, hanging out with Coco, “the most Emo Dorothy,” and finally being able to do a show with her sister and her brother. Thanks go to her dad, her mom, Mrs. Kraemer, Mrs. Campbell, Grandma Carol, and the creators of 5 Hour Energy, and Mrs. Wixson. David Heichel Munchkin/Winkie (5th grade - Also known as DH3)- David has previously appeared as a pirate in “CSI: Neverland.” He really enjoys basketball, baseball, and football. The best part of the show for David was being on stage with his sisters. He would like to thank Mrs. Kraemer, who never loses her temper when things are bad, and his talented sisters Molly and Ali “who made me do this.” Molly Heichel Hickory/Tinman (Junior)- Molly has previously appeared as Peter Pan in Peter Pan, Mary Lennox in The Secret Garden, and Michael Banks in Mary Poppins. In her free time, Molly enjoys listening to musical soundtracks and drinking coffee. Her favorite memories include talking on the phone with Tom, getting to know the cast better, Tom the salamander (Ben and Eliza) and learning how to tap dance, as well as going out to lunch with Emma and Tori, watching Eliza be Nikko, and just cherishing memories on
the whole. Molly wants to thank Mr. MacDonald, Mrs. Kraemer and Mrs. Campbell (for everything and more), and everyone else who helped out on the show (especially Manley for teaching me how to dance), and my parents for being supportive. Lastly, Molly wishes to thank “Allison Heichel for doing all the shows with me, because she is my best friend and I am going to miss her deeply, and Davis even though he makes me upset. And my cats. I love my cats, Boy and Pepperoni.” Casey Hines Munchkin/Flying Monkey (6th grade)- Casey has previously appeared as a fairy in Peter Pan and will play the middle Anna in Frozen Jr. later this year. Casey’s favorite pastimes include reading, annoying her brother, and hanging out with her chickens. Her favorite quotes from rehearsals are, “Sacrifice Gramma Glinda!” and “I’m mere inches away from death by basket.” She would like to thank her mother for “letting me do this” and her chickens “for letting me sing in their coop.” Taryn Hoyt Miss Gulch/The Wicked Witch of the West (Senior)- Taryn is thrilled to be performing in her first lead role, having been a member of numerous ensembles, including Guys and Dolls, The Lion King, and The Secret Garden. Outside of theatre she enjoys singing, swimming, and talking with Sarah about books. Her favorite memories include “the time Ben looked at me with daggers in his eyes,” recording the “cackle track,” and wearing her first corset (with Emma!). Taryn wishes to thank her directors and cast, and their choreographer, as well as the entire tech crew. She also thanks her parents, Coco the dog, Eliza (for being the Nikko to her Witch), and every senior that has been here with her since their first year. “I will love and miss you all. Good night and thank you.” Ella Kramer Munchkin/Flying Monkey (6th grade)- Ella’s first performance was as a flower in Alice in Wonderland. Soccer, reading, and playing video games are some of her favorite activities.
She enjoys laying in the hallway before rehearsals. Her thanks go out to her dad, her mom, her family, and her pup (Josie and Bruce). Emma Malnoske Aunt Em/Glinda (Senior)- Emma has graced the stage before as Wendy in Peter Pan and Cindy Rella in Grooverella. Emma likes to spend her free time painting by numbers, listening to music, and hanging out with family. Her favorite show memories include being an “H20 bro” with Eliza, and always laughing with Molly, Ali, Phoenix and Ben. Emma thanks her mom, dad, and grandparents for driving her to and from rehearsals until she could drive herself, everyone who helped make the set and props, and Mrs. Kraemer and Mrs. Campbell for dedicating so much of their time to make sure we still had a show through all this craziness. Phoenix Parmenter Prof. Marvel/The Wizard of Oz (Senior)-This is Phoenix’s first time performing on the OMCS stage. He would like to thank everyone who made this production possible. Sidney Pike Munchkin/Winkie (6th grade)- Sidney is another one of our first-time musical performers. She loves to sing, softball, and play basketball. Her favorite rehearsal quote was Mrs. Kraemer saying, “No dangling feet!” She gives her thanks to her mom, Ms. Louch, her dad, and her two best friends, Alannah Rounds and Gianna Gaylor. Grace Riker Munchkin/Flying Monkey (4th grade)- Grace is appearing in her very first show at OMCS! She loves to watch TV, play Pokemon (Sword and Shield), and create art. During The Wizard of Oz Grace enjoyed being a monkey, and running around off stage. Avery Spaccio Munchkin/Flying Monkey (4th grade)- Avery is performing in her first production with us. In her free time she enjoys gymnastics, reading, and singing. Her favorite part about the show was doing the choreography. She wants to thank her mom.
Eliza Starkweather Nikko (Junior)- Eliza is returning to the stage this year after playing Harry the Horse in Guys & Dolls. Her favorite things include soccer (anything to do with it), hanging with friends, and watching and talking about Avatar with her friends. Her favorite memories from The Wizard of Oz include Nikko’s gibbering, Emma being her “H2O buddy,” Molly being weird, helping Tori, Ben and Lilli fill their water bottles, dancing backstage, memories with the whole cast, and making people laugh. Eliza would like to thank her mom and dad for always being there for her, her family, and all her weird, amazing pals. Madison Stone Ensemble (Freshman)- Maddie is appearing in her first musical. She likes to hang with friends and family, listen to music, dance, and play volleyball. Her favorite quote was, “She bit her dog, eh?” She thanks Felisha (“Who apparently is my sister!”), her mom, grandmother, her brothers, friends, and her sisters for helping her through everything to get where she is now.
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ACTING DEBUT OWEN! LOVE YOU TO THE MOON AND BACK, MOM, DAD AND GIGI
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Sunday, June 14th, Monday, June 15th, and Tuesday, June 16th
7pm-9pm each night301 South Madison Ave
Watkins Glen, NY
14891
Ph# 607-244-4963Good luck Samantha!
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Love, Mom, Dad & Matthew
BE THE BEST TREE
YOU CAN BE… WE
LOVE YOU, EMMA
JANE! XOXO
LOVE,
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& CALEBBest wishes to
Eliza, cast &
crew!
Love Daddy, Mamma, and Nana
“There is no place like home.”Special Thanks… Manley Gavich for providing his time and talent to make our cast look amazing in their dance routines – we are so lucky to have you, Manley! Hannah Rosier for assisting Manley, helping with props, and pitching in at rehearsals in so many ways. Pete Fitch for designing and printing our tickets (which we never used…) and for putting the finishing touches on the Tinman’s Heart. Ceridwen Stermer (and assistants Bronwyn Stermer and Carly Smith) for transporting us from Kansas to Oz with such beautiful artwork! Carrie Dendis, Shelly Mumford, Kristi Allen, and Ian MacDonald for donating/loaning/creating props. Beth Clark, Kim Laursen, Ann Shepardson, Hannah Rosier, Sadye Halpin, Jessica Skinner, and Lindsay Dechow for all their help with costumes and props. The Penn Yan Theatre Co. for loaning us costumes. The Halpin Firm for sponsoring our production. The countless parents and volunteers who helped support our cast in so many ways, from bringing the kids to and from rehearsals, helping them learn their lines, helping out with behind-the-scenes tasks, and supporting them through the entire process.
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