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SANTA MONICA’S MORGAN-WIXSON THEATRE PROUDLY PRESENTS
Presented by Special Arrangement with Dramatists Play Services, Inc.
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April 30 ~ May 22
The Cast
S/Sgt. “FROGGY” LeSueur
SKYLAR ADAMS
ADAM FOX
Charlie Baker
Betty Meeks
LOIS BOSTWICK
Rev. David Marshall Lee
MIKIE BEATTY
TAYLOR D’ANDREA
Catherine Simms
Owen Musser
TRISTAN GRIFFIN
Ellard Simms
SEBASTIAN SCHIER
The Place
Betty Meeks’ Fishing Lodge Resort, Tilghman County, Georgia, U.S.A.
The Time
The early 1980s.
Act One
Scene 1: Evening
Scene 2: The following morning
Act Two
Scene 1: After noon, two days later.
Scene 2: That evening
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will be one 15-minute intermission.
Audience Talk Back
Sunday, May 15th and Friday, May 20th
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The Staff
WILLIAM WILDAY
ANYA IVANOVA
MICHAEL ROTHHAAR
WILLIAM WILDAY
WILLIAM WILDAY
MAKE BELIEVE, INC.
ELLEN TAURICH
WILL ROTHHAAR
HILARY HANSEN
GABRIEL SCHIER
GEORGE SPELVIN
LINDA BAER
LARRY GESLING
Producer
DIRECTOR
Set Design
Lighting Design
Costume Design
Sound Design
Assistant Director
Stage Manager
Booth Technicians
Graphic Design
Program Design
SANTA MONICA’S MORGAN-WIXSON THEATRE STAFF
TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
WILLIAM WILDAY
BOX OFFICE MANAGERS
TAYLOR PYLES
HAVEN HARTMAN-BRISCOE
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Janae Polish – Gallery Artist
Janae Polish is an artist / R.T. Therapist living in Los Angeles, CA. She
graduated with a B.S. from California State University Northridge and attended
UCLA where she worked for twenty-seven years as a Recreational Therapist /
Sr. Mental Health Practitioner and is currently a Recreation Therapy Consultant /
artist and teacher. Janae has an extensive and varied background pursuing such
artistic endeavors as stained glass, glass fusing, traditional stained glass
painting, beaded tapestries and beaded musical instruments, mosaic art, jewelry
design and photography. Her other interests are travel, playing violin and harp
and riding horses (dressage). Her adventurous spirit has compelled her to travel
to six continents particularly to remote areas of the world, from the Mountains of
Nepal to the jungles of New Guinea where she stayed with cannibals and headhunters. Her travels have brought her face to face with the brightly adorned faces
and bodies of tribes in Africa, Borneo, Sulawesi, New Guinea, and Vietnam
among others. She has tried to capture the spirit of these people of tradition in
her photography, videos and stained glass windows. Her lifelong love of music
has led her to collaborate with world renowned violinist and author Sherry Kloss.
Janae’s photography is featured in Ms. Kloss’ book “Jascha Heifetz Through My
Eyes” as well as in promotional media for her concerts throughout the world.
Janae’s photo of Ms. Kloss can be seen in the “Strad Magazine”. Janae is
currently underway working on a video documentary about the relationship
between student and teacher with an emphasis of carrying on the Heifetz legacy
through videos she has documented around the world of Ms. Kloss’ work. Her
articles and photos on stained glass can be seen in international art magazines.
As a Recreational Therapist, Janae is currently teaching Developmentally
Disabled adults / seniors the art of glass and photography & music as well as
other disciplines. This program has helped her clients win first place in many art
shows they have entered as well as having their work shown in international
magazines. Janae continues her studies with world renowned artists in all the
areas she is interested in to further her education and skills. You can see more of
Janae’s works on her website: www.janaepolish.com
WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST
Skylar Adams (Sgt. “FROGGY” LeSueur) is a graduate of
the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and trained with Bill
Esper at the William Esper studio in New York. He is a USMC
veteran and San Fernando Valley native. Skylar has appeared
as Starbuck in the Ovation winning 110 IN THE SHADE at
Actors Co-op theatre in Hollywood, and can be seen as
"Disgusting Tom" on CW's Jane the Virgin.
Taylor D’Andrea (Catherine Simms) is excited to return to
the MWT stage in this amazing production! She recently
graduated from Wellesley College where she studied English
and Religion, but spent most of her time hanging around the
theater. Thanks to Michael, Hilary, Anya, the insanely talented
cast, and her favorite person Bill for this amazing experience.
Also a huge thanks to her family and The Compound!
Mikie Beatty (Reverend David Marshall Lee) is thrilled to be
part of THE FOREIGNER. Recent stage roles include Andy in
IT'S IMPORTANT TO LEAVE AS W ELL, Treplev in THE NINA
VARIATIONS and Moritz in SPRING AWAKENING. Notable
television/ film work include Disney 365, Life is Sweet, The
Secret Diary of an American Cheerleader, plus some
Buzzfeed crap and Tattoo Nightmares. He has trained with
Ivana Chubbuck and Brad Greenquist. You can reach him at
[email protected]
Lois Bostwick (Betty Meeks) having received training at
Northwestern University and Jean Shelton Acting School has
appeared in a variety of productions, many at MWT, including
SHADOW BOX, for which she received a Geoffrey Award for
Best Actress. Recent favorite roles were in MWT’s SOCIAL
SECURITY and Kentwood’s RABBIT HOLE.
Adam Fox (Charlie Baker), himself a foreign export from
exotic Huntsville, AL, is grateful to be returning to his adoptive
homeland of the MWT, following last year's CINDERELLA
W ALTZ. Other shelters-from-the-storm include the film George:
A Zombie Intervention, plays such as BELL, BOOK, & CANDLE,
and various outbursts of comedy improv around Los Angeles.
You
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literary
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WHO’S WHO IN THE CAST (Continued)
Tristan Griffin (Owen Musser) received his BFA in theatre
from George Mason University. He enjoys directing, set
design, and playwriting. His original scripts were chosen two
years in a row for the ten-minute Play Festival in Fairfax, VA.
He attended the Second City Conservatory in Chicago as well
as Improv Olympics. This is his first show with MWT.
Sebastian Schier (Ellard Simms) is happy to return to the
MWT stage where he’s been seen in OUR TOWN, ALICE IN
W ONDERLAND, ROMEO AND JULIET and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S
DREAM. At the Pacific Resident Theater: BIRDBRAIN, OUR
TOWN, and MACBETH. TV credits include Modern Family.
Sebastian has also participated in a five week Shakespeare
intensive at RADA in London.
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SANTA MONICA’S MORGAN-WIXSON THEATRE
Youth Education/Entertainment Series
Winner - Outstanding New Children’s Theatre Company
A YEAR WITH FROG
AND TOAD
Book and Lyrics by Willie Reale, Music by Robert Reale
Based on the books by Arnold Lobel
MAY 14 – MAY 29
The JUNGLE BOOK
Written by Rudyard Kipling
Script by Greg Banks
JULY 9 – JULY 24
Y.E.S. OFFERS FOUR SATURDAY AND SUNDAY MORNING PRODUCTIONS
AND ONE FALL YOUTH MUSICAL, AS PART OF THE THEATER’S
COMMITMENT TO DEVELOPING YOUNG TALENT THROUGH TRAINING AND
PERFORMANCE. ADULT THEATRE MENTORS PROVIDE A REWARDING AND
ENTERTAINING THEATRE EXPERIENCE FOR ALL AGES.
WHO’S WHO ON THE STAFF
William Wilday (Producer / Set & Light Design/ Technical
Director) is more interested in this show and the next show
than in remembering the last show and the one before that.
Everything we have done before influences what we do now
and will do in the future. Isn’t this more engaging and
provocative than a long list of credits? It’s certainly easier to
remember.
Anya Ivanova (Producer) is originally from Dushanbe, the
capital city of Tajikistan, a mountainous republic in Central
Asia that used to be a part of the Soviet Union. Classically
trained as a pianist, Anya earned her PhD in Music Education
from Tajik Conservatory and moved to the United States in
1994 where she continued her exploration in the Arts. Anya is
currently producing and mastering her way through the
theater community. She has a long history of working with the
MWT Theater as a music director for Kids On Stage first and
then as a board member of the theater. She is happy to be spreading her wings
as a producer. She would like to thank Bill Wilday for all the advice and
inspiration and Marc Ostroff for all the publicity & marketing help.
Michael Rothhaar (Director) has been a professional
theatre director since 1985, with over 60 AEA productions to
his credit. He served as the Artistic Director of Pennsylvania's
Allenberry Playhouse from 1987 to 1992. For Allenberry:
LETTICE AND LOVAGE, CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, AGNES OF GOD
and CABARET to name a few. At Missouri’s Arrow Rock
Lyceum Theatre: SOUTH PACIFIC, MY FAIR LADY, W ITNESS FOR
THE PROSECUTION, A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED and SPIDERS
W EB. For Pacific Resident Theatre: BECKY’S NEW CAR (Los
Angeles Premiere) Brecht’s SAINT JOAN OF THE SLAUGHTERHOUSES (LA Weekly
Award nomination: Best Revival), OTHERWISE ENGAGED, CANDIDA, MRS.
W ARREN’S PROFESSION (Drama-Logue Award: Direction), W AITING FOR GODOT
and THE HASTY HEART (LADCC Award: Best Revival). Elsewhere: West Coast
Premiere of HOLY GHOST at Theatre of Note, THE LAST FLAPPER at the Ensemble
Theatre Company of Santa Barbara, MRS. W ARREN’S PROFESSION and THE
MILLIONAIRESS at the Washington Stage Guild, and a Southern California tour of
SLEUTH. He also directed GOD OF CARNAGE, PLAZA SUITE and THE ODD COUPLE
(THE FEMALE VERSION) at the MWT. He trained at Catholic University,
Washington, D.C. and at Wayne State University in Detroit. He is a proud
member of SDC. Michael is married to Debbie Rothhaar. Their children are Will,
Charlie, Catherine and Rob. They have two grandchildren: Sylvie Rose and Nina.
WHO’S WHO ON THE STAFF (Continued)
Will Rothhaar (Assistant Director) has been working
professionally as an actor since the age of 5. He has both
been on stage, television and film. He has appeared most
recently on Grimm and Castle, and played Lee Harvey
Oswald in National Geographic's Killing Kennedy. He is the
son of Actress Nancy Linehan Charles, and Actor / Director
Michael Rothhaar, whom he has the absolute honor and
pleasure of assisting in directing this production of THE
FOREIGNER.
Ellen Taurich (Sound Design) is excited to be a part of the amazing crew in her
fifth MWT production! Previous shows she has worked on at MWT include
SHREK: THE MUSICAL (2015), and PRIVATE EYES (2016). She is currently a junior
at Marymount High School, and studies technical theatre there!
Hilary Hansen (Stage Manager) returns to the stage after a six year absence to
have three children and be a full time stay at home mom. Before having children
and after finishing her degree in Theatre Education from Brigham Young
University, she worked professionally as a Stage Manager in Olympia, WA.
Moonlighting as a Stage Manager for MWT has been a very welcome outlet.
Huge THANKS to her family for being so supportive and to Bill and Michael for
the opportunity.
SANTA MONICA’S MORGAN-WIXSON THEATRE
PROUDLY PRESENTS OUR 2015 ~ 2016 SEASON
The Addams Family
“The Musical”
Book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice
Music & Lyrics by Adam Lippa
June 25 – July 30
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SANTA MONICA’S MORGAN-WIXSON THEATRE
The Morgan-Wixson is one of the oldest arts organizations in Santa
Monica but, true to its dramatic mission, it is constantly reinventing itself.
The organization was founded in the 1940s, with the present theatre
building being constructed in the 1960s with mostly community volunteer
labor. Geoffrey Morgan was a prominent Santa Monican, playwright, and
orator who also served as a State Assemblyman. Mel Wixson, whose
name was added in 1981, was also a long-time Santa Monica resident
and actor, who died shortly after performing on our stage. Thanks to their
vision, and the dedication of many like them, the Morgan-Wixson has
been the home of hundreds of productions from across the performing
arts spectrum and is known as a place where talent can train, theatrical
passions can be sustained, and the community can be engaged in live
theatre that entertains, enriches, and educates.
EXPLORE “BEHIND THE SCENES” AT MWT
Santa Monica’s Morgan-Wixson Theatre is a nonprofit 501(c) (3)
theatre for the community, and we’re always interested in expanding our
organization with new talent and energy.
Donors – This play was made possible in part by tax-deductible
donations from grateful patrons just like you. Ticket revenue covers a
portion of MWT’s operating costs, but royalties, insurance, property taxes,
and more mean that we depend on donors’ generosity. Donations of any
amount are always appreciated. Thank you for helping keep small,
independent theatre alive and thriving in Los Angeles!
Volunteers – The play you are enjoying is a collaboration of many
different people. We’re seeking people to assist with ushering, auditions,
preparing mailings, hospitality, set construction, painting, props, costume
design and alterations, sound, lights, and any other aspect of the theater.
No experience necessary to begin and you’ll gain experiences that you’ll
never forget. Some of us came in to see a show and we’re still here! Send
an email to [email protected] and we’ll find a way for you to
become involved.
Membership – Members are individuals interested in making a longer
commitment, by assisting with at least three productions, attending
occasional member meetings, and paying annual member dues ($35, or
$50 for families, $25 for youth). Members receive admission to each
Mainstage production and the right to vote at member meetings, plus they
can attend (and vote for) for the annual Geoffrey Awards night.
Membership forms are available in the lobby and on our website, or ask
any of our volunteer staff.