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About Playhouse 22
It's almost impossible to believe that, after an extended absence from the theatre scene, Playhouse 22 has just
completed an exciting and successful first season at our new home on Cranbury Road. Not a group to rest on
our laurels, we have an even more exciting season planned for our 2010-2011 season - and we want you to be
part of it!
We hope you will enjoy our upcoming season, opening with the smash popular musical, "How to Succeed in
Business Without Really Trying" - to be revived on Broadway in 2011, but you can see it with us first!! This is
followed by Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible,” “Curtains,” William Shakespeare’s “The Merchant of Venice” and
the Broadway Blockbuster-hit “Hairspray.” In addition, we are offering two "Black Box" shows as part of our “On
the Edge” series, presenting “As Bees in Honey Drown” and “All the King’s Women” to add to our existing offering of shows. And if that weren't enough, treat yourself and your family to our annual holiday offering, "A
Christmas Carol". As you can see, we are offering our community a fun, enjoyable, and entertaining year of
quality theatre.
As always, please feel free to visit our website at www.Playhouse22.org for updated information about our shows,
presentations and special events!
Thank you for your continued patronage to Playhouse 22. For over 52 years we have been part of the East
Brunswick community, and we look forward to another 50 years plus of giving you quality entertainment at an
affordable price. See you at the Playhouse!
Sincerely,
Ray Dobrovolsky
President, East Brunswick Community Players at Playhouse 22
In MeMorIaM
is season is lovingly dedicated to
Michelle Catania and noah Wolf Landis
taken from our lives far too soon.
is program has been made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for
the Arts; through a grant provided by the Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage
Commission/Board of Chosen Freeholders.
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Book by RUPERT HOLMES
Music by JOHN KANDER
Lyrics by FRED EBB
Original Book and Concept by PETER STONE
Additional Lyrics by JOHN KANDER and RUPERT HOLMES
Cast
Lieutenant Frank Cioffi
Niki Harris
Georgia Hendricks
Carmen Bernstein
Aaron Fox
Sidney Bernstein
Christopher Belling
Bambi Bernét
Daryl Grady
Johnny Harmon
Oscar Shapiro
Bobby Pepper
Jessica Cranshaw
Wayne Harris
Annie Brzozowski
Lisa G. Rogol
Stephanie Long
Rob Vigneri
Mark Kalet
Jon Heron
Raven Alexandra Dunbar
Ken Paris
Mike Levine
David Clarke
Brad Sarboukh
Tracey Fama
Randy Dexter
Mona Page
Harv Fremont
Roberta Wooster
Detective O'Farrell
Sasha Iljinsky
Marjorie Cook
Arlene Barruca
Brick Hawvermale
Jane Setler
Connie Subbotin
Russ Cochran
Christian Carrera
Michele Greenspan
Kobi Swissa
Samantha Kamin
Samuel Spare
Mark McGee
Amy Wells
Jill Swissa
Samuel Spare
Keri-Lynn Sirkin
Lynda Dickson
Tyler Ableson
Aereographic® Services by Flying by Foy
The videotaping or audio recording of this performance is strictly prohibited.
“Curtains” is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are
supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), 1359 Broadway, Suite 914, New York, NY. 10018.
(866) 378-9758 www.theatricalrights.com
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Director
Musical Director
Choreographer
Producer
Stage Manager
Set Design/Lighting Design
Costumer
Properties
Sound Design/Operator
Dance Captain
Lighting Operator
Poster/Program Design
Aereographic® Services
Stage Crew
Orchestra:
Mark McGee
Verne Whitlock
Steve Kaplan
Lou Bongiovi
Mark Benson
Marie Malara
James Jarvie
Bob Gargiullo
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Production Crew
Robert Gargiullo
Mark McGee
Holly Jahn
Adam Neary
Pauline A. Milano
Kevin Gunther
Sue Takacs
Barbara Gianotto
David Fertik
Christian Carrera
Jamie Brill
Mark Kalet
Flying by Foy
Greg Newton, Nick Falco,
Stephen Codling
Conductor/keyboard
Reed
Reed
Trumpet
Trombone
Horn
Percussion
Bass
Just inquire at the box office or leave a
message at 732-254-3939
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Scenes and Songs
February 21st – 23rd, 1959, Boston.
Act I
Overture
“Wide Open Spaces”
“What Kind of Man?”
“Thinking of Him”
“The Woman's Dead”
“Show People”
“Coffee Shop Nights”
“In the Same Boat 1”
“I Miss the Music”
“Thataway!”
Act II
“The Man is Dead (reprise)”
“He Did It”
“In the Same Boat 2”
“It's a Business”
“Kansasland”
“He Did It (reprise)”
“Thinking of Him/
I Miss The Music (Reprise)”
“A Tough Act to Follow”
“In the Same Boat Complete”
“Show People (Reprise)”
“Wide Open Spaces (Finale)”
“A Tough Act to Follow (Reprise)”
The Orchestra
Randy, Niki, Jessica, Bobby
& Ensemble
Carmen, Oscar, Aaron & Georgia
Georgia, Aaron & Bobby
Entire Company
Carmen, Cioffi & Company
Cioffi
Georgia, Niki & Bambi
Aaron
Georgia, Bobby & Ensemble
Sasha
Company
Bobby, Randy & Harv
Carmen, Oscar, Johnny
& Stagehands
Randy, Niki, Harv, Bobby, Bambi
& Ensemble
Company
Aaron & Georgia
Cioffi, Niki & Ensemble
Company
Cioffi & Carmen
Ensemble
Company
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CAST BIOS
Tyler J. Ableson (Russ Cochran): Tyler is thrilled to be a part of the "Curtains" cast for his first show
at Playhouse 22. He was last seen portraying Jason in Circle Player's production of "Rabbit Hole."
He'd like to thank everyone who made this show possible.
Annie Brzozowski (Niki Harris) is thrilled to be returning to Playhouse 22! She was most recently
seen as Nancy D in "A New Brain" at Edison Valley Playhouse. Ms. Brzozowski has performed for
regional and community theaters throughout New Jersey. Some of her favorite roles include; Hope,
"Urinetown," Baker's Wife, "Into the Woods," Karen, "Quilt," Sara J Moore, "Assassins" and Maxine, "Guys and Dolls." Thank you to this fantastic cast, crew and production team. Much love to her
wonderful husband, family and friends.
Christian Carrara (Randy Dexter/Dance Captain) This is Christian's second show with Playhouse 22
and he is very happy to be back, especially with this wonderful cast of Curtains! His past credits include: "Guys and Dolls," "Man of La Mancha," "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown," "A New
Brain," and many more. To the cast he would like to say, "Rock it!" To the audience he would like
to say, "I know who did it!"
David Clarke (Oscar Shapiro) This is David’s second show at Playhouse 22, though 9 years have
passed, and he is delighted to once again be a part of this terrific group. No stranger to Community
Theater, David served for over six years on the Sayreville Main Street Theater Board of Trustees during which time he received a Perry nomination in 2008 for costuming “Of Mice And Men” Favorite
roles include, Durdles, Mystery of Edwin Drood, Snug/ Egeus, Midsummer Nights Dream, Gerald
Woman in Mind, Greg, Sylvia and The Narrator in The Good Doctor. He would like to thank wife
Kim for her unending patience and daughter Christina for her support and encouragement.
Lynda Dickson (Connie Subbotin) This is Lynda’s first production with Playhouse 22! She graduated
from Montclair State University with a B.A. in Theatre and has been participating in community theatre for the past several years. Some of Lynda’s past credits include Nurse Ratched in "One Few
Over the Cuckoo’s Nest" (Somerset Valley Players), Sarah Brown in "Guys & Dolls" (Bloomfield’s Talent Time Players), Angie in "The Wedding Singer" (Plays in the Park in Edison), and most recently
Christine Colgate in "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" (Villagers Theatre). Lynda would like to thank her family and friends for their love and support!
Raven Alexandra Dunbar (Bambi Berné), dance teacher, choreographer, and theatre education
major at Kean University is very excited to be making her debut at Playhouse 22. She has spent ten
seasons dancing and choreographing for MCC’s Dance Ensemble; with other credits including: Villagers’ "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels," "All In The Timing" (The Waitress, Kafka), "Pinocchio" (Choreographer), "Peter Pan," "Damn Yankees," "Leader of the Pack" (Pam), "Jekyll & Hyde," "Cinderella;"
CDC’s "Grease" (Jan), "Urinetown" (Billy Jean), "Children of Eden," "Aida;" Circle Player’s "The
Fantastics" (Choreographer); RU "Show Up and Dance" (Choreographer); RU "Cabaret Theatre Musical Review;" MVP’s "High School Musical" (Cathy), "The Wiz" (Addaperle), "Cabaret" (Rosie),
"Smokey Joe’s Café" (Assistant Choreographer), "Footloose" (Beulah/Dance Captain); MCC’s "Into
the Woods" (Stepmother), "Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" (Angel), "Sketch PAD" (Jane /
Stephanie / Juliet), "Picasso at the Lapin Agile" (Germaine); NJRK’s "Pirate Kingdom" (Tobi Raggs).
Much love and thanks always to Mom, Dad and Chris. XO
Tracey Fama (Jessica Cranshaw) is very happy to return to Playhouse 22! Recent credits include
"The House of Blue Leaves" at Edison Valley Playhouse, "California Suite" at Chatham, "Plaza
Suite" at Somerset Valley, and countless others over many more years than I care to admit. Thank
you to Mr. Bob Bass, the entire cast and crew, and Lacey the Wonder Dog who is home wondering
where I am right now.
Michele Greenspan (Mona Page) is delighted to be debuting in her first Playhouse 22 show. She recently graduated Muhlenberg College with a Bachelor in Theatre/English Education. Favorite cred-
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its include Velma in "Birdbath" at Muhlenberg College, "Seussical the Musical" at SMSTC, and Lambchops in "Fame" at SGP. She would like to thank her family and friends for always supporting her.
Thanks to the cast and crew for making this a great experience.
Wayne Harris (Lt. Frank Cioffi) is thrilled to be back at his 'home', Playhouse 22. He has appeared
with this group in such wonderful shows as: "She Loves Me," "1776," "Noises Off," "Towards
Zero," "Promises, Promises," "...Forum," "Blithe Spirit," among others. His recent roles include Dickinson ("1776"), Albin ("La Cage aux Folles"), Henry ("The Real Thing"), Henry Higgins ("My Fair
Lady"), TR ("Tintypes"). A special shout-out to Kenny and the amazing gang at Munch in Asbury
Park.
Jon Heron (Christopher Belling) previously appeared at Playhouse 22 in "Arcadia" and "The Most
Fabulous Story ever Told." His most recent role was Stirling in "Mauritius" at Circle Players. He has
directed many productions including "The Fantasticks," "Picasso at the Lapin Agile" and "Amadeus"
(Circle Players), "You Can't Take it With You" (Trilogy Rep) and "Born Yesterday" (Westfield Community Players).
Mark Kalet (Sidney Bernstein) is happy to mark his 25th year in theater by returning to the Playhouse 22 stage in a Bob Gargiullo show! Mark has spent most of his time behind the scenes the
last few years, most recently directing Villagers’ “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” and Playhouse 22’s very
successful run of “Jewtopia.” Mark is the Playhouse22.org webmaster, program/poster designer
and a member of the Board of Directors. Favorite roles include Oberon in “A Midsummer Night’s
Dream” and Val in “Laughter on the 23rd Floor,” plus an episode of TLC’s A Baby Story detailing
the birth of his daughter, Jocelyn. As always, all my love to my main scoundrels, Ana, Joey, Daniel,
Joss and our four-legged con-artist, Gomez.
Samantha Kamin (Roberta Wooster) is thrilled to be making her Playhouse 22 debut! Her previous
dance credits include being a member of the National award winning Center Stage Tap Cats, Towson University Pom Squad, and the Lady Mariner Dance Team (AIFA). A recent graduate of Towson
University; Go Tigers!!! Thanks to Mom, Dad and Brett for all their support throughout the years!!
Mike Levine (Johnny Harmon) was last seen in "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" at Villagers Theatre. Last
season he appeared at Playhouse 22 as Manolo Costazuela in "The Odd Couple: Female Version,"
as Kolenkhov in "You Can’t Take It With You," and as both the Rabbi and Grandpa in "Jewtopia."
His first appearance at (the old) Playhouse 22 was as Groucho Marx in "…A Night in the Ukraine."
Other recent work includes "Much Ado About Nothing" (Don Pedro) and "Loot" (Mr. McLeavy) at
EVP; "Jekyll & Hyde" (Archibald Proops) and "Lucky Stiff" (eight characters) at Villagers; and "Kiss
of the Spider Woman" and "Assassins" at 4th Wall Musical Theatre. He thanks the directors and
stage manager of Curtains for maintaining the level of professionalism and enjoyment at maximum
height. And he thanks his family for their love, support and inspiration, all of which makes these theatrical expressions of sound and fury actually signify something.
Stephanie Long (Carmen Bernstein) is happy to be returning to the musical stage after several years
devoted to raising her daughter. Among her favorite roles are Mrs. Lovett in “Sweeney Todd,”
Mama Rose in “Gypsy,” Golde in “Fiddler on the Roof,” Esther in “Two by Two,” and Ella in “Bells
are Ringing.” Stephanie’s theatrical career is not just limited to musicals. She recently appeared in
Neil Simon’s “Rumors” at Villagers Theater and her dramatic/comedic credits include Lady Alice in
“A Man for All Seasons,” Sheila in “The Boys Next Door,” Truvy in “Steel Magnolias,” Patricia in
“Extremities” and Betty in “The Foreigner.” She has appeared in concert productions of “Baby,”
“On the Town” and “Candide” and the NY Cabaret scene where she produced and starred in several one woman shows. Thanks to the talented cast and crew for making her Playhouse 22 debut a joy.
Ken Paris ( Daryl Grady ) was most recently seen in Playhouse 22’s “As Bees in Honey Drown.” He
also appeared this season in “The Crucible” and “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying,” and stage-managed “A Christmas Carol.” Last season he appeared in “You Can’t Take It With
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You” and in Villager’s Theatre’s production of “A Few Good Men.” Long-time Playhouse 22 audiences may remember him from the 80’s and 90’s in “Dames at Sea,” “Baby,” “Sweet Charity,"
“Kiss Me, Kate,” and many others, but if you do your memory is better than his.
Lisa G. Rogol (Georgia Hendricks) is an elementary school teacher in the South Brunswick School
District and is thrilled to returning to the stage in this wonderful part after a long hiatus to attend
Graduate School. Her most recent role was as Susan in "The Full Monty" with Villagers Theatre in
2006. Prior to that, Lisa was a fixture on the stages of Washington University in St. Louis, where
roles included Fraulein Schneider in" Cabaret" and Eleanor in "Big Love." Lisa would like to thank
the cast and crew of Curtains, her parents, and her husband Marc (big time) and hopes that one
day she will be in a show that her students will be able to come see.
Brad Sarboukh (Bobby Pepper) is thrilled to be making his return to Playhouse 22. Most recently you
may have seen him as Robbie Hart in "The Wedding Singer" at Plays In The Park this past summer.
Other previous credits include: "Godspell" (Jesus), "A Chorus Line" (Paul), "Side Show" (Buddy),
"West Side Story (Bernardo), "Blood Brothers" (Sammy), "Urinetown" (Mr McQueen), "Pippin"
(Lewis), and many others throughout NJ & NY over the years. He has also performed on TV stations
such as MTV (w/Christina Milian) and ABC (w/Daniel Rodriguez), as well as working in front
of/behind camera for indie/short films, and also being both a nominee and recipient of the NJ
Perry Award. Much thanks to to the cast & crew for a great show, and to all loved ones for the support throughout the years!
Kerri-Lynn Sirkin (Jane Setler) is very excited to be working at Playhouse 22 again. She has studied
dancing and acting for many years and currently works for Merrill Lynch. Favorite credits include:
Mary Warren- The Crucible, Hot Box Dancer- Guys and Dolls, Ermengarde- Hello Dolly!,
Agnes/Amanda- Gypsy, Kit Kat Girl- Cabaret, Brigadoon, Evita, Singin' In The Rain, and West Side
Story. She thanks the cast and crew for all of their hard work and her family, friends and Chris for
all of their love and support.
Samuel Spare (Detective O'Farrell/Brick Hawvermale) is excited to be making his Playhouse 22
debut! Having an AA Degree in Theatre and currently pursuing his BA Degree from Kean University.
Previous credits include "The Other Shore" (Father/Stable Keeper) "Twelfth Night" (Priest) and "Encore" (Featured Dancer). His current production at Kean is "A Midsummer Night’s Dream"
(Oberon), which opens March 30th. Other credits include, PIP’s "High School Musical" (James)
"Wedding Singer" (Shane/ Featured Dancer) "Spider’s Web" (Jeremy Warrender) "Harvey" (Wilson) and he has performed professionally at Six Flags Great Adventure for the past six years in such
shows as "Get Ready to Wiggle" and "The Whippershnappers." Immense thanks go out to his eversupporting family and friends. A huge thanks to Christian for making him a member of the cast and
also to Holly, Rob, and Mark, there’s no people like show people.
JiLL Swissa (Arlene Barruca) is excited to be back at Playhouse 22 for her first musical performance.
She most recently appeared in Playhouse 22's "Jewtopia" last spring as the memorable Firetushy.
JiLL is so thankful for the opportunity to be a part of this show and to be sharing the stage with her
husband. She thanks him for all his love and support.
Kobi Swissa (Harv Fremont) is very excited to be making his first appearance at Playhouse 22. By
day, Kobi is a Pianist and a record producer & Mixer. He lives in New Brunswick with his lovely
wife, Jill, who is also appearing on the show.
Robert Vigneri (Aaron Fox) is honored to be a part of his first Playhouse 22 production. Some favorite roles have included Bert Healy in "Annie," the Emperor in "The Emperors New Clothes," and
Pedro in "Man of LaMancha." Recently he performed with Spring Lake Theatre in their productions
of "The Secret Garden" and "Me and My Girl." He would like to thank Adam, Paula, and all fellow
cast members who made this beautiful production of Curtains an extremely rewarding experience.
To Bob and Mark, our talented directors; I am so grateful for the role of Aaron! From my heart,
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thank you! Rob dedicates his performances to Mary. Thank you for believing in me when no one
else did.
Amy Wells (Marjorie Cook) is happy to be appearing on the stage again in East Brunswick in this
beautiful facility, and sends best wishes to the cast and crew of Curtains for a great run. She was
most recently seen as productions here as Miss Jones in "How to Succeed...", and as a missionary
in "Guys and Dolls." She has been involved in NJ community theater for many years both on stage
and behind the scenes and some favorite roles include Soupy Sue in "Urintetown," the Baker's Wife
in "Into the Woods," and an ensemble member in "Sweeney Todd." She is a graduate of Westminster Choir College, and currently teaches music in Sayreville, NJ.
CREW
Adam Neary (Producer) is thrilled to be working with such a talented cast and crew. He is currently
a member of the Playhouse 22 Board of Directors, as well as Vice President of the East Brunswick
Recreation and Parks Advisory Board. Last season, Adam produced "The Odd Couple: Female Version" and "You Can't Take It With You" and the recent production of "The Crucible." He will also
be producing "Hairspray" opening in June. He would like to thank his friends and family for their
patience and keeping up with him.
Robert Gargiullo (Director) has directed productions of “Romantic Comedy,” “Towards Zero,” “A
Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," “On The Town,” “Jerry’s Girls,” “Dames At
Sea,” “Noises Off!,” “Spiders Web,” “The Haunting of Hill House,” “Six Degrees of Separation”
and “You Can’t Take It With You.” He was awarded the 1998 Perry for Outstanding Direction of
“Noises Off!” at Playhouse 22. As an actor, he performed as Eddie in "Pump Boys and Dinettes" at
the Forum Theater in Metuchen, Felix Unger in "The Odd Couple" at the Off-Broadstreet Theater in
Hopewell and Perry Sellars in "Love!Valour!Compassion!," a TAHO/Black Sheep Theater Production, at the Mill Hill Playhouse in Trenton. As a bassist, he has worked at numerous theaters between
New York City and Philadelphia and, if you look carefully, you may see him in this pit. He wants to
thank this sterling cast and crew for making this a joyful experience.
Mark McGee (Musical Director/Sasha) has been music directing shows longer than he wants to
admit. He’s done everything from Rodgers and Hammerstein to Sondheim, with numerous detours
along the way. He is excited to have the chance to work again with Bob Gargiullo, as a director,
instead of only in the pit, and to work again with Holly, who is the tops as a choreographer. He
also wants to thank this wonderful cast for making this show one of the best experiences he has had
in community theatre. You guys and gals are great and a real joy to work with. Break legs, all!
Holly Jahn (Choreographer) is an established teacher, choreographer, and performer. Choreography credits: Reflections Dance Company, Van Zandt/Milmore Productions, Forum Theatre, Brooks
Art Center, Villagers Theatre, Newton High School, and Piscataway High School. Other choreography credits include: “Guys and Dolls,” "Urinetown! the Musical,” “A Night at the Nutcracker,”
“Anything Goes,” “Crazy for You,” and many others. Performance credits: Van Zandt/Milmore
Productions, Stage Door Theatre, Loretta Fois and Dancers, Shenandoah Conservatory, University of
the Arts, Playhouse 22, Villagers Theatre, Circle Playhouse, Plays-in-the-Park, Dances-in-the-Park, and
the Pantheon Theatre in NYC. Her teaching credits include multiple dance studios throughout NJ,
Middlesex & Monmouth County Arts Middle School & High School, and the Papermill Playhouse
Summer Conservatory.
Pauline Milano (Stage Manager) is delighted to be working with Bob again and on such an amazing musical. With a degree from Mason Gross School of the Arts in Theater Production, Paula enjoys using her skills with such a talented group. Paula had just Stage Managed “The Crucible” and
looks forward to working with Andy Parks in the upcoming production of “The Merchant of Venice.”
Thank you Bob and Adam for letting me be a part of “Curtains.”
Sue Takacs (Costume Design) is happy to be back at Playhouse 22 and working with such a tal-
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ented cast. Her costume designs were last seen on the 22 stage in "The Crucible," "Brigadoon,"
and "Guys and Dolls." Sue is the recipient of both the 2009 and 2010 NJ Community Theater
Award for Outstanding Costume Design for "Damn Yankees" and "Jekyll and Hyde." Her proudest
accomplishment to date has been to have her designs in the NY Fringe Festival where she costumed
"Two On the Aisle, Three in a Van" for director and playwright Mary Lynn Dobson. Other favorite
costume credits include "Urinetown," "My Fair Lady," and "Music Man." Thanks, Bob, for the opportunity.
Kevin Gunther (Set/Lighting Designer) is happy to be associated with this talented ensemble. Recent
design credits include Playhouse 22’s production of “The Crucible” (Set and Lighting) and The Villagers “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” (Set and Lighting). Kevin has received two NJ ACT Perry Award
nominations for Outstanding Lighting Design and a Count Basie Theater “Basie Award” nomination
for Outstanding Lighting Design Kevin was also very honored to be this years recipient of the NJ
ACT David P. McMenemie Award. The proud father of internationally renowned “Ska” musician,
Kevin Jr., US Army Capt. Lorraine, college junior Matthew and Robert, he thanks them for their constant love and support. Still deeply in love with Carolyn, his wife of 30 years, he thanks her for tolerating this insanity known as theatre and looks forward to many more years of happiness in their
almost “empty nest.”
Gregory Newton (Assistant Stage Manager) Born in Alaska, Gregory’s background has been
mainly in the field of opera and oratorio, having sung over 40 bass roles with opera companies
and orchestras across the USA. Local theatre appearances include "Inherit The Wind" (NJACT Best
Featured Actor nomination), "A Midsummer Night’s Dream," "Guys & Dolls," "You Can't Take It
With You" and "How To Succeed…." He has also been bass soloist for several East Coast Handel’s
MESSIAH sing-ins. With CURTAINS, Gregory is working backstage for the first time in many years.
David Fertik (Sound Designer/Technician) is thrilled to be a part of this amazing company. For
about 9 years now, David has been a part of almost any theatrical production he can get ahold of.
He has done everything from acting, to production design, and even directing. David would like to
thank the cast and crew, and his family. Check out David's website at www.davidfertik.com.
Author Info
Rupert Holmes (Book, Additional Lyrics) – Broadway: THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD (Tony
Awards to Holmes for book, music and lyrics, Tony to EDWIN DROOD for Best Musical; identical
honors New York Drama Desk; Outer Critics Circle, Best Musical), ACCOMPLICE (Edgar Award,
Mystery Writers of America), SOLITARY CONFINEMENT, SAY GOODNIGHT, GRACIE (National
Broadway Theatre Award, Best Play; Tony nomination, Best Play). Off-Broadway: TWELFTH NIGHT
(NYSF, original music). Regional: MARTY (score by Strouse and Adams, Huntington Theatre,
Boston), SOLITARY CONFINEMENT(Kennedy Center). Television: created and wrote Emmy awardwinning series "Remember WENN." Novels for Random House: WHERE THE TRUTH LIES (Booklist
Top Ten Debut Crime Novel; Best American Mystery Novel 2004, Nero Wolfe nomination), SWING
(San Francisco Chronicle Top Ten Fiction). CURTAINS is a 2007 Edgar award nominee. Grateful
thanks to Teressa Esposito for all her creative assistance. To Fred and Peter.
John Kander (Music, Additional Lyrics) collaborated with lyricist Fred Ebb for four decades, creating
what many would consider Broadway standards and contemporary classics. One of their first collaborations became a hit song for Barbra Streisand, "My Coloring Book," earning John and Fred a
Grammy nomination. In 1965 the pair worked on their first Broadway show FLORA, THE RED MENACE. Produced by Hal Prince and directed by George Abbott, FLORA also introduced a rising new
star - Liza Minnelli. Followed by: CABARET (Tony Award for music and lyrics), THE HAPPY TIME,
ZORBA, 70 GIRLS 70, Chicago, The Act, Woman of the Year (Tony Award for music and lyrics),
THE RINK, KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN (Tony Award for music and lyrics) and STEEL PIER. Their
collaboration also transferred itself to movies and television as they wrote original material for the
Academy Awards, "Liza with a Z" and HBO's "Liza Minnelli's Steppin' Out" (both Emmy winners),
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"Baryshnikov on Broadway," "Goldie and Liza Together," FUNNY LADY, LUCKY LADY, NEW
YORK, NEW YORK, STEPPIN' OUT and CHICAGO, the movie. In 1985 their song "New York,
New York" became the official anthem of New York City. At the time of the unfortunate death of Mr.
Ebb, Kander and Ebb had several projects in different stages of completion waiting in the wings,
THE VISIT which had a successful run at the Goodman Theatre in Chicago starring Chita Rivera, ALL
ABOUT US (a musical adaptation of Thornton Wilder's play THE SKIN OF OUR TEETH) and THE
MINSTREL SHOW. Life goes on.
Fred Ebb (Lyrics) collaborated with composer John Kander for four decades, creating what many
would consider Broadway standards and contemporary classics. One of their first collaborations became a hit song for Barbra Streisand, "My Coloring Book," earning John and Fred a Grammy nomination. In 1965 the pair worked on their first Broadway show FLORA, THE RED MENACE.
Produced by Hal Prince and directed by George Abbott, FLORA also introduced a rising new star Liza Minnelli. Followed by: CABARET (Tony Award for music and lyrics), THE HAPPY TIME, ZORBA,
70 GIRLS 70, Chicago, The Act, Woman of the Year (Tony Award for music and lyrics), THE RINK,
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN (Tony Award for music and lyrics) and STEEL PIER. Their collaboration also transferred itself to movies and television as they wrote original material for the Academy
Awards, "Liza with a Z" and HBO's "Liza Minnelli's Steppin' Out" (both Emmy winners), "Baryshnikov on Broadway," "Goldie and Liza Together," FUNNY LADY, LUCKY LADY, NEW YORK, NEW
YORK, STEPPIN' OUT and CHICAGO, the movie. In 1985 their song "New York, New York" became the official anthem of New York City.
Peter Stone (Original Book and Concept) – Broadway: TITANIC, 1776, THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES
(all Tony Award winners for Best Musical), and WOMAN OF THE YEAR MY ONE AND ONLY,
SUGAR, TWO BY TWO, and KEAN. Film: won an Academy Award for his screenplay FATHER
GOOSE, the Edgar (Mystery Writers of America) for his film CHARADE and the Christopher Award
for the screen adaptation of 1776, other films include THE TAKING OF PELHAM 1-2-3, SWEET
CHARITY, WHO'S KILLING THE GREAT CHEFS OF EUROPE? and JUST CAUSE. Television: won the
Emmy Award for an episode of "The Defenders". Mr. Stone is the only writer to ever win the Tony,
Oscar, and Emmy.
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East Brunswick Community Players
Board of Directors (2010-2011)
President
Vice President/Executive Producer
Recording Secretary
Corresponding Secretary
Treasurer
Ray Dobrovolsky
Cindy Schwadel
Kate E. Matseur
Pete Matseur
Angela J. Dohl
Douglas Brautigam, Barbara Gianotto, Mark Kalet,
Paula Milano, Adam Neary, Peter Riga, Ed Williams
Ex-Officio Members
Elliott Taubenslag, Joe & Dolly Vasta
Repertory Members
Rory Chalcraft, David Fertik, Sandra Fyler, Kevin Gunther,
Gregory Newton, Patsy Palma, Ken Paris, Alicia M. Picone,
Aaron Ratzan, Keri-lynn Sirkin, Marlene Zyontz
Administration
Box Office Staff
Angela J. Dohl, Kate E. Matseur,
Pete Matseur, Adam Neary,
Alicia M. Picone, Peter Riga,
Marlene Zyontz
Communications/Press
Adam Neary
Concessions
Adam Neary, Peter Riga
Playhouse Acting Academy
Douglas Brautigam, Gerry Appel
Properties & Costumes
Annmarie Matseur, Kate E. Matseur
Programs & Posters
Mark Kalet
Photography
Mark Kalet
Volunteers
Douglas Brautigam, Ed Williams
Webmaster
Mark Kalet
Special Thanks
Villagers Barn Theater, Frank Takacs,
Kobi Swissa for sound recording and mastering,
East Brunswick Division of Recreation & Community Services,
Township of East Brunswick
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DONATIONS
Up to $25
Ms. Kim Barrett
Ms. Pamela Bolen
Mr. Steven Eisner
Mr. John Henry
Mr. Craig Kafafian
Ms. Deborah Kerekgyarto
Ms. Sonya Kasper
Mr. Ronald Lieberman
Mr. David LiRosi
Mr. Keith McCormick
Ms. Margaret Mirabella
Ms. Jill Ratzan
Ms. Barbara Rhodes
Ms. Lori Suchomel
Mr. Sean Sweeney
Mr. Edmund Wierzbicki
Ms. Nicole Wrobleski
$26 - $49
Ms. Sylvia Psuty
$50 – $99
Mr. James Jarvie
Mr. Mike Parliament
Ms. Dolores Susik
Moshe Weiss
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(As of January 4, 2011)
Over $100
In memory of Marc Alfant
Mr. Manny & Ms. Ann Alvarez
Ms. Sandra Fyler
In honor of Dr. Toby & Mrs. Phyllis Geller
The Herring Family
Mr. David & Ms. Jeannine Lonski
Ms. Paula Milano
Jay P. Okun Foundation
Ms. Deborah Pedretti
Councilwoman Nancy Pinkin
Mr. Will Prochazka
In memory of Mena Ryan
Ms. Karen Singer
In honor of Vincent Scoles
Dr. Michael & Ms. Kathleen Spadafino
Ms. Joanne Sprague
The Vatter Family
John & Sonia Witkowski
Ms. Bernice Woldman
Ms. Judy Wray
The Cast of “You Can’t Take It With You”
Corporate
Americana Hospitality Group
CME Associates
Freehold Subaru
Johnson & Johnson
Mayo & Russ, Attorneys At Law
Middlesex Water Company
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congratulates
Playhouse 22
and wishes them best of luck
on their 2010 - 2011 Season.
Lawyers for the
Seriously Injured
www.mayolaw.com
1-877-MAYO-RUSS
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Community Arts Center
2010 - 2011 SEASON
How to Succeed in Business Without really Trying
Directed by Scott Goldman
September 10 - October 10, 2010 (No Show 9/17, 18 & 19)
e Crucible
Directed by Jonathan Wierzbicki
October 29 - November 21, 2010
a Christmas Carol
Directed and adapted by Tony Adase
December 10 - 19, 2010
Curtains
Directed by Robert Gargiullo
February 4 - 27, 2011
e Merchant of Venice
Directed by Andrew Parks
April 8 - May 8, 2011 (No Show 4/22, 23 & 24)
Hairspray
Directed by Anamaria Kalet
June 3 - 26, 2011
And Presenting The "On the Edge" Series:
as Bees In Honey Drown
Directed by Amy Levine
January 7 - 16, 2011
all the King's Women
Directed by Walter Placzek
March 11 - 20, 2011
(Shows and dates may change due to availability.)
www.playhouse22.org or call 732-254-3939 or email [email protected]