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Notes from The Producers
We are extremely proud of the Waverly High School students involved
in the production this year. What you see on stage is a result of all their hard
work, dedication and talent the past six weeks. We would like to welcome
back and thank Richard C. Redman, our director for the second year, to
Waverly Theatre. His leadership, dedication and passion for theatre helped
make this show possible. A special thank you goes out to all the families,
businesses and foundations for their monetary and food donations. We
would also like to thank the cast and crew, without them, we would have
an empty stage with no lights on. Waverly High School students are the
reason we keep producing these productions.
The Technological Society was started in 1999 as a way for students
interested in stage technology to learn about theatre. Our students learn
about things such as sound, lighting, set design, set construction, stage
management, stage safety and the use of audio/visual equipment. Some
students even go on the stage as actors in our productions every year. The
Tech Society is very proud to present this production of A Midsummer
Night’s Dream, and we hope you all enjoy it.
We Love you!
Have Fun!
Love, Mom,
Dad, David
and Hannah
-- Ryan Covey & Eldon McGraw
Notes from The Director
William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream
continues to enchant audiences around the world with
its simple beauty and wonderful characters. Once
again we shake our heads and laugh; at the bumbling
of the Mechanicals; the breathy earnestness of the
young lovers; and the malicious vindictive antics of the
fairies.
To attempt Shakespeare in a high school setting is to aim high; but any
exposure to great literature is worth the effort. And indeed the effort has
been enormous. For a group of young people who have no access to a
theatre class, they have done very well.
So come with us to the city of Athens and enjoy yourselves. Be careful
and don’t get lost in the wood, laugh and applaud when you will, and enjoy
our story as we journey from chaos to cosmos.
-- Richard C. Redman
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Director
Richard Redman
Technical Director
Rita Deibler
Matt
This may be your last high
school show, but we’re
certain it won’t be the last
time we see you on stage!
Remember, you’re always
center stage in our hearts!
Mom, Dad, Chris, Greg,
and Cathy
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Production Assistant
Jenna Erbele
Costumer
Wendy Baugh
Producers
Ryan Covey &
Eldon McGraw
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Cast of Characters
Mary Casarreal Joel D’Souza Chelsea Dyer
Taylor Ellis
Kattlyn Ferrin
Andrew Fritz
Paige Graham
Matt Johnson
Matt Land
Heather Lewter
Tammara McCullum
Krista Mickelson
Olivia Panessidi
Lacye Ryan
Baylie Sanchez
Lucas Donald Leland Slocum
Tyler Vaughn
Shirley Marie Vicente
Angela Wright
Helena
King Theseus
Nell Snout/Wall
Hippolyta
Mustardseed
Lysander
Egeus
King Oberon
Demetrius
Petra Quince
Peaseblossom
Philostrata
Cobweb
Snug the Joiner/Lion
Puck/Robin Goodfellow
Nick Bottom/Pyramus
Flute/Thisby
Hermia
Titania
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The Tech Crew
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Sarah Bridgewater
Bobby Burns
Mike Davis
Robert Ende
Sean Feichtenbiner
Harli Jenks
Jameson Mcquaid
Robert Politi
Matt Transeth
Lighting Designer
Head of Scenery Crew
Assistant Lighting Designer
Follow Spot Operator
Sound Designer
Assistant Stage Manager
Fly Master
Follow Spot Operator
Stage Manager
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Production Staff
Richard C. Redman - Director
Richard, the director of Waverly’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland last year, is a professional actor
with a passion for Shakespeare. He’s performed in 18 different Shakespeare productions in such
roles as Lord Capulet (Romeo and Juliet), Tranio (Taming of the Shrew), Sir Toby Belch (Twelfth
Night), Porter (Macbeth), and Dogberry (Much Ado About Nothing). Last summer, he was awarded a
Best Supporting Actor Oscar Wilde Award for his portrayal of Bottom in the Michigan Shakespeare
Festival’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He was the drama specialist at the Montessori Children’s
House of Lansing for four years. His next appearance will be in April in Peppermint Creek’s Stuff
Happens, playing the role of Donald Rumsfeld.
Act One
Jenna Erbele - Promotions Director
Jenna Erbele got started in technical theatre her senior year in high school and it has been her ‘home away
from home’ ever since. Although mainly wardrobe currently, she has worked in all areas of the backstage
and is a member of I.A.T.S.E. Local 274. Among many other shows, she has had the pleasure of working
backstage on many wonderful Broadway shows including Les Miserables, The Phantom of the Opera,
Disney’s The Lion King and Wicked.
Eldon McGraw - Technological Society Co-Advisor and Co-Producer
For the production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Eldon has been advising the Club members and
working closely with the Director and Technical Director. Eldon has produced two productions in
the past for Waverly High School, Grease in 2002 and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland in the fall
of 2006. He would like to thank all of the Technological Society students for all of their hard work
and dedication on this production. Eldon would like to thank the Waverly Education Foundation for
providing a $1,000 grant to support this production. Without the the support from the Foundation, this
play would not have been able to be produced.
Scene 1
Scene 2
In the Forest Near Athens
Another Part of the Forest
Act Three
Ryan Covey - Technological Society Co-Advisor and Co-Producer
Waverly Class of ‘89 - This is Ryan’s twelfth year working at Waverly. He is currently the Co-Advisor
for the Tech Society and has produced Fractured Fairy Tales, Murder’s in the Heir, Wizard of Oz,
The Crucible, Night of January 16th, Anything Goes and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. He has
Technical Directed State Fair and Grease. He was the Technical Advisor for Cinderella, Anything Goes,
Guys & Dolls, Starmites, West Side Story and Little Shop of Horrors. He also directed the Tech Society
production of Anne-Arky. Ryan has also worked as the Technical Director for Sunsets with Shakespeare’s
production of Dear Esther.
Athens, Near the Palace
Athens, in the Street
Act Two
Rita Deibler - Technical Director
Miss Deibler has been involved with Waverly’s Theatre since she was in high school way back in
2001. After graduating in 2004 she returned to assist with various odd jobs around the auditorium;
she dabbled in directing with You Can’t Take it With You, she assisted various Technical Directors
while working on Starmites and West Side Story, before landing her first gig as Technical Director
with On the Town and most recently Little Shop of Horrors this past fall. She also stage manages for
the Lansing based theatre company ‘Sunsets With Shakespeare’, having worked on acclaimed shows
such as Dear Esther and Jefferey. Special thanks goes out to mom for still picking up the phone when
her daughter calls, even though it’s probably to get suckered into costuming one of her shows again
or doing more laundry. Also, all kinds of love goes out to The Sunsets Family for all their love and
unwavering faith in her.
Wendy Baugh - Costume Designer
Wendy is a 1981 Waverly Alumna, her first work was with Waverly’s 2005 production of You Can’t Take
It With You. She has worked with Sunsets with Shakespeare on Dear Esther, Much Ado About Nothing,
Measure for Measure and Jeffery in 2006. Wendy also assisted in costuming Sunsets with Shakespeare’s
presentation of A Midsummer Night’s Dream last summer. Wendy’s apprentice, Colleen Deibler, is
a Waverly High School senior. This is her first year costuming. Colleen worked with the Waverly
Technological Society her freshman year, where she ran spotlight for Starmites and Night of January the
16th. She was also the assistant Stage Manager for the 2005 Reflections’ Pop’s Concert.
Scene 1
Scene 2
Scene 1
Scene 2
In the Forest, Near Duke’s Oak
In the Forest
Act Four
Scene 1
Scene 2
In the Forest
Athens, in the Street
Act Five
Scene 1
Athens, Near the Palace
There will be one 15 minute intermission.
Special Thanks Goes Out To...
Joseph D’Souza
Anne Slocum
Britt Slocum
Priscilla Panessidi
Kathy Jo Land
Lisa Ellis
Ann Ferrin
Alan Wright
Linda Gunderman
Elizabeth Johnson
Dr. Thomas Pillar
David Percival
Tracy Thomas
Tony Terranova
Kim Walker
Dave Ames
Paul Holmes
Sean O’Boyle
Chris Anderson
Andrew Alexander
Sue Flintz
Dean Sunderlin
Gini Larson
Tricia Harrell
Rob Spagnuolo
Alicia Jacobs
Melody Stratton and East Lansing High School
Mark Gmazel and Grand Ledge High School
Jeff Miller and Holt High school
The Waverly Education Foundation
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Who’s Who in the Cast
Mary Casarreal - Helena
Mary is very excited to be back on the stage at Waverly High School. She has previouly been seen as
Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, where she was the White Queen.
In On the Town, a dancer, singer and Claire’s Understudy. She would like to thank her parents and
friends for thier support and love.
Matt Transeth - Stage Manager
Matt has been working behind the curtain since he was a freshman,
working on You Can’t Take it With You, On the Town, Little Shop
of Horrors and all in between. Special thanks to Ryan Covey, Rita
Deibler, Eldon McGraw, Jenna Erbele and his family and friends
for all their support, especially Amia. Enjoy the show.
Joel D’Souza - King Theseus
Joel has been involved in every W.H.S. production, dating back to his freshman year. He is also a proud
member of the Waverly Reflections. Although Joel has been onstage for West Side Story, On the Town
and Little Shop of Horrors, he’s still excited about this show. Joel would also like to thank his family and
friends for always being there when he needs them and hopes you enjoy our
Midsummer Night’s Dream!
Chelsea Dyer - Nell Snout/Wall
Chelsea started her acting career last year. She was the little old lady in On the
Town and had a blast doing it. She is also a member of the Waverly Symphonic
Band and Mid Michigan Youth Symphony and next year she is going to
Western Michigan University. Chelsea would like to thank her mother, Theda,
and father, Mike, for all their support. Love you guys!!
Taylor Ellis - Hippolyta
Taylor is a junior and started acting last year. She was the Duchess in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. She was also in Little Shop of Horrors. She had tons on fun during this production! She would like to
thank her parents for support and Mr. Redman for directing.
Kattlyn Ferrin - Mustardseed
This is Katt’s second time performing in a W.H.S. production, the first being Little Shop of Horrors. She would like to add that though the role of a fairy seems small, she is grateful to help show the
magical side of the story.
Andrew Fritz - Lysander
Andrew Fritz would like to wish a fond farewell to his
faithful fans, friends and family, in what is most likely
his last theatrical production on the Waverly Stage. From
Starmites to Little Shop of Horrors he has ‘been there’ and he
has ‘done that.’ He encourages others to follow their heart
(and hopefully, their head, too).
Paige Graham - Egeus
Paige has been into the arts ever since the day she was
conceived. As an aspiring journalist, she is deeply into reading and writing. Her favorite type of
literature is usually the old-english. She was first introduced to Shakespeare about four years ago and
her obsession grows deeper every day. She loves drama and acting makes her very joyous. She would
like to thank her grandmother Sondra, her Aunt Marni and John Cusack for inspiring her. She would
also like to thank Douglas Seely, for aiding her in anyway possible.
Matt Johnson - King Oberon
This is Matt’s last show at Waverly and what a show to end with. This makes show number nine at
Waverly for Matt (if you want to know the other eight, ask him after the show). Matt is also an active
member of the Waverly Technological Society and also a member of the Waverly Reflections. Matt
would like to thank Mr. Redman, Rita Deibler and Jenna Erbele for a great last show, all the friends he
has made in the theatre over the past four years, and most importantly his family for supporting him
all this time. Now, on with the show!!!
Matt Land - Demetrius
This is Matt’s fifth production at Waverly but his first main role. He was in West Side Story, Alice’s
Adventures in Wonderland, On the Town and will never forget being the puppeteer for Audrey II
in Little Shop of Horrors. He loves the cast and is excited to work mainly with the talent of Mary,
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Angela Wright - Titania
Angela has been in two productions recently, once in On the Town
and once in the fabulous Gorbzilla and the Cosmic Flytraps PIT
BAND!! (She played the doorbell.) She wants to thank everyone
who is on “the list” for fueling her motivation. She also wants
to thank her family, friends and acquaintances, because they are
amazing for putting up with her this long. She also wants to thank
the crew for giving her a plank for her baby prop, and she has to thank Luke Slocum for giving it a face. As a final thank you she wants to thank Mr. Lutting for accepting the fact that she is a princess. Angela
loves the world and hopes you all enjoy the performances.
Shirley and Andy. He thanks family, friends, fellow actors and of course,
Mr. Redman (and Jenna and Rita and Rita’s Mom and all the techies, etc.).
Who’s Who in the Crew
Sarah Bridgewater - Lighting Designer
Sarah’s been involved in tech since the second semester of her freshman year. She has worked on West
Side Story, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, On the Town and Little Shop of Horrors. Her different
positions include running crew, follow spot, light designer, head of running crew and stage manager
for many different productions and events. She would like to thank her mom for forcing her to go that
first tech meeting. It’s been a great experience that will always be with her.
Bobby Burns - Head of Scenery Crew
Robert is excited about A Midsummer Night’s Dream this year and hopes that you enjoy the show.
Mike Davis - Assistant Lighting Designer
Michael Davis got started in the magic of theatre last year. As a freshman, he helped on the play Alice’s
Adventures in Wonderland and the musical On the Town. He was also given the ‘Stagehand of the Year’
award for the 2006-07 school year. He would like to thank all the members of the Technological Society
for all their help and teaching; also his parents, who without their help, he would not be where he is.
Robert Ende - Follow Spot Operator
This is Robert’s first year in tech and he is accomplishing his
goal of having fun. His hobbies include volunteering, video
games, computers and he also enjoys politics. He would like
to thank his family for their support. His goal is to someday
take over a small island in the Pacific.
Sean Feichtenbiner - Sound Designer
Sean has been involved with technical theatre since his freshman
year. He’s worked all areas but particularly enjoys ‘being one the the sound board.’ The most recent shows
that he’s partcipated in include West Side Story, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, On the Town and Little
Shop of Horrors. Many thanks to his friends and family for supporting him during the long days.
Harli Jenks - Assistant Stage Manager
Harli was on running crew for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and On the Town. She was fly master for
this year’s production of Little Shop of Horrors and now she has the honor of being the Assistant Stage
Manager as a sophomore!! She would like to say thanks for the support she has received from the tech crew
and her parents for driving her back and forth to tech. Hope you enjoy the show!!
Jameson Mcquaid - Fly Master
This is James’ first year in tech. He is a junior this year at Waverly and plans on joining the Peace Corps
after he graduates.
Robert Politi - Follow Spot Operator
Robert is a senior here at Waverly High School and has been a member of the Technological Society since
he was a freshman. He has worked many different concerts and shows, including You Can’t Take It With
You, Anne-Arky, Night of January the 16th, and West Side Story. Robert plans on going to C.M.U. in the
fall and majoring in Broadcasting. He also plans on attending Full Sail University in Orlando, FL for
Stage Technology.
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Heather Lewter - Petra Quince
Heather Lewter is a very seasoned actress. She has been in many plays in her
hometown, such as the Piano Lesson by August Wilson and many originals. Heather is in her second year at W.H.S. and looks forward to many more
performances.
Tammara McCullum - Peaseblossom
Tammara McCullum is a 9th grader at Waverly High School. This is her first
play, in which she plays the fairy Peaseblossom. She would like to thank her
family and her best friend, Andrea, for believing and supporting her.
Krista Mickelson - Philostrata
This is Krista’s second theatre production at Waverly High School. She was
previously in Little Shop of Horrors, in the chorus. She absolutely loves being
a part of the theatre and aspires to become a director someday. She would like
to thank Mr. Redman and her family for coming out to support her.
Olivia Panessidi - Cobweb
Liv is in the 10th grade and this is her debut theatrical performance
onstage! Liv is not a stranger to performing, as she was an integral part
of the pit orchestras for West Side Story and On the Town as well as her
eight years playing the violin. Special thanks to Grandma Jean, Mom
and her brother Luchiano! A shout out to Todo and Nala!
Lacye Ryan - Snug the Joiner/Lion
Lacye has been doing theatre since her freshman year of high school.
She has been in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland as the great
Dormouse and is now appearing in A Midsummer Night’s Dream as
Snug the Joiner and the Lion. Special thanks goes out to her great
supportive mother, Robin and father, Michael. Watch her now because
you will soon see her in years to come in Hollywood!
Baylie Sanchez - Puck/Robin Goodfellow
Baylie Sanchez has been doing theatre for three years and has been in the shows Godspell, On the Town and
Little Shop of Horrors. She is very excited for this show and would like to thank everyone for coming. Baylie
would like to give a special thanks to Deeters for all her support! She hopes you enjoy the show.
Lucas Donald Leland Slocum - Nick Bottom/Pyramus
Luke Slocum would like to take this opportunity to say “I’m the greatest!” He likes to keep his ego
big and would like to thank Jenna for not changing his bio section for this production. Also, he thanks
William Shatner for his inspiration in his role. Luke Slocum would also like to thank all who have
come to see his star performance.
Tyler Vaughn - Flute/Thisby
This is Tyler’s first role in a play. He plays Flute the Rude Mechanical who then later on plays Thisby
(who is a woman). Tyler is in the 12th grade and happy about that. Tyler has to thank his parents who
are always there for him and love him. He loves his friends and family and wants them to know that
they are everything in his life.
Shirley Marie Vicente - Hermia
Shirley got started in theatre her junior year with
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. She enjoyed that
very much and since then has also appeared in On
the Town and Little Shop of Horrors as a member of
the chorus. She was also the lead role in The Little
Red Hen in second grade, she was the Little Red
Hen. Special thanks to her grandma and parents.
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The Cast and Crew of
Mary
Casarreal
Joel
D’Souza
Chelsea
Dyer
Taylor
Ellis
Kattlyn
Ferrin
Andrew
Fritz
Paige
Graham
Matt
Johnson
Matt
Land
Heather
Lewter
Tammara
McCollum
Krista
Mickelson
Olivia
Panessidi
Lacye
Ryan
Baylie
Sanchez
Luke
Slocum
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Tyler
Vaughn
Shirley
Vicente
Angela
Wright
Sarah
Bridgewater
Bobby
Burns
Harli
Jenks
Richard C.
Redman
Mike
Davis
Jameson
Mcquaid
Rita
Deibler
Robert
Ende
Robert
Politi
Sean
Feichtenbiner
Matt
Transeth
Jenna
Erbele
Wendy
Baugh
Ryan
Covey
Eldon
McGraw
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