New London Theatre

The Somewhat True
Tale of Robin Hood
By Mary Lynn Dobson
Synopsis
Robin, with the help of a Merry man wannabe simply known as the Town's Guy, turns
this once-simple legend into a hysterical trip through Sherwood Forest with surprises at
every turn. Our charming-but-egotistical hero leads his band of familiar wood-dwellers
as they battle the delectably evil Prince John and his haughty henchman, the Sheriff of
Nottingham. Robin's one and only love, the Lady Marian, remains true to her champion
as she assists his crusade by wishing the prince and sheriff a rash of various skin
afflictions. Incredibly, our model good-guy Robin discovers that even heroes have a few
important life lessons to learn.
Cast
Robin Hood
Lady Marian
Prince John/Rich Man
Sheriff of Nottingham
Town’s Guy
Lady in Waiting
Friar Tuck
Will Scarlet
Little John
Allan Adale
Merry Men/Guards
Beulah
Mary
CJ Parmer
Abbie Skaines
Joseph Johnson
Scott Summers
Andrew Lewis
Mariah Bowen
David Allen
Lee Collier
Nathaniel Gesualdo
Joseph Gunn
Marshall VandenOever
Hogan Peer
Hannah Twiggs
Linzi Prpich
Lenore
Donna
Debbie
Lady Laughalot
Fawning Ladies
Fawning Lady/Poor
lady with children
Children
Olivia Martin
Becca Twiggs
Blair Rector
Michal Berg
Carleigh Brisendine
Cordelia Martin
Katelyn Hensley
Madison VandenOever
Sarah Gesualdo
Ashley Taylor
Shannon Gover
Kayla Gover
Conner Behret
Artistic Team
Producer
Director
Costumer
Lighting Design
Lighting Operator
Set Design
Stage Manager
House Manager
Photographer
Marketing/Publicity
Logo/Artwork
Lorie Behret
Robyn Parmer
Anne Simmons
Alex Comfort
Dave Martin
Dave Martin
Jennifer Behret
Elizabeth Parmer
Sally Rector
Marc Prpich
John Berlo
John Berlo
Alex Comfort
Set Construction
Jennifer Behret
Robyn Parmer
Chris Parmer
CJ Parmer
Elizabeth Parmer
Jacob Parmer
Joshua Parmer
Blair Rector
Sally Rector
Deedee Spangler
Lila Twiggs
Hannah Twiggs
Mike Twiggs
Rebecca Twiggs
Marshall VandenOever
New London Theatre Board of Directors
Chairman of the Board
Executive Director
Treasurer/Activities
Publicity/Marketing
Fundraising
Dawn Berlo
Teagan Eley
Lorie Behret
John Berlo
Chris Comfort
Secretary
House (Interim)
Webmaster/Costumes
Properties
Robyn Parmer
Sally Rector
Anne Simmons
Mike Twiggs
David Allen (Friar Tuck) David is very excited to be
included in the production of The Somewhat True
Tale of Robin Hood and working with all the people
involved at the New London Theatre.
Nathaniel Gesualdo (Little John) is celebrating his
one year anniversary with NLT. He hopes to continue
his acting career throughout college and would like to
thank everyone for supporting him thus far.
Conner Behret (Child) is a first grader who has been
involved with NLT for almost a year. Enjoy the
show!!
Sarah Gesualdo (Fawning Lady) is excited about her
second play with NLT. She will be enjoying junior
year at DCA where she will be continually involved
in the drama program. Enjoy!
Michal Berg (Lady Laughalot) is happy to be back in
an NLT show! She has been busy acting in shows at
Grayson High School and Summer Intensive with
Aurora Theatre. She hopes your journey into
Sherwood Forrest is magical!!
Mariah Bowen (Lady in Waiting) This is Mariah's
first production at New London and she was very
grateful to be cast. Mariah enjoyed every minute of it
and looks forward to more productions here in the
future.
Carleigh Brisendine (Fawning Lady) is a freshman
at Brookwood High School this year and made her
debut on the NLT stage during Pride and Prejudice.
She also likes to dance and is in the senior company
at Gwinnett Ballet Theatre.
Lee Collier (Will Scarlet) Lee Collier is a 7th grader
at Crews Middle School. In December, he appeared as
Scrooge in New London Theater‟s A Christmas
Carol. His experience also includes several acting
camp and school productions. Lee is passionate about
acting and lacrosse.
Kayla Gover (Child) This is Kayla‟s first play. She is
glad to be onstage with her older sister Shannon.
Wish her luck!
Shannon Gover (Fawning Lady/Poor lady with
children) is in my first real play. I‟ve come to love
this cast, and I‟m looking forward to being the best
Fawning lady, and poor lady you‟ll ever know! So, sit
back, relax and enjoy the show!!
Joseph Gunn (Allan Adale) Joseph loves acting! His
family just bought the Loganville Bruster‟s and they
love it.
Katelyn Hensley (Fawning Lady) is 13 years old.
This is her first time acting with NLT and she has
really enjoyed it! Katelyn hopes you enjoy this
hilarious comedy! Thanks for coming!
Joseph Johnson (Prince John/Rich Man) is an actor
at South Gwinnett High School, sophomore year. This
production has been a great experience for him.
Thanks Abbie Skaines for trying out and being a good
friend. Enjoy!
Andrew Lewis (Town’s Guy) This is Andrew's Sixth
show with NLT. He is 13, an 8th grader at Lanier
Middle School. He was just recently FRANK, in
Cheaper by the Dozen in Duluth's New Dawn
Theatre.
Cordelia Martin (Fawning Lady) is a 6th grader at
Five Forks Middle School. Robin Hood is her 5th
production at New London Theatre and she has had
lots of fun with this cast! She hopes you enjoy the
play!
Olivia Martin (Lenore) is an 8th grader at Five Forks
Middle School. She has been in several productions
at New London Theatre and has enjoyed being a part
of the cast of Robin Hood. She hopes you all enjoy
the show!
CJ Parmer (Robin Hood) This is CJ‟s 7th show with
NLT. He has also performed in various other venues.
CJ enjoys playing guitar (and writing in third person).
“I am CJ Parmer and I approve of this bio.”
Elizabeth Parmer (Stage Manager) is a seventeen
year old high school Senior this year. Though
involved in several past NLT productions, this is her
first behind-the-scenes "role." She is also Assistant
Director for Murder in the Magnolias.
Blair Rector (Debbie) Blair is 10 years old. Her
name is Debbie in the play and she is a merry man.
This is her 7th play. Enjoy the show!
Abbie Skaines (Lady Marian) This is Abbie's first
production with New London. She is so thrilled to be
playing Marian and would especially like to thank
Joseph Johnson for encouraging her to try out! Enjoy
the show!
Scott Summers (Sheriff of Nottingham) Scott is a
junior at Lakeside High School and has been in
twelve plays at the New London Theatre, including
Ralphie in A Christmas Story, and Edmund in The
Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.
Ashley Taylor (Fawning Lady) Ashley is 13 years old
and is in the 8th grade. She has danced for 7 years.
This is her second play at New London and she is
looking forward to more.
Becca Twiggs (Donna) is an 8th grade un-socialized
home school freak and is happy to be playing
Donna. This is her 7th show with NLT and she hopes
to do many more in the future.
Hannah Twiggs (Beulah) is excited to be in her ninth
show at New London Theatre. She has had a ton of
fun both on and off stage. Hope you enjoy the show!
Hogan Peer (Merry Man/Guard) is 9yr old and loves
swimming and baseball. He has found he has interest
in art both palette and stage! This is his first show
with NLT and is thrilled! Thank you Ms, Robyn!
Madison VandenOever (Fawning Lady) has been
involved at NLT since Spring 2009. She‟s most
enjoyed being a part of Little Red Riding Hood,
Christmas Carol, and Charlotte’s Web.
Linzi Prpich (Mary) Linzi loves to act, dance, and
play the viola (not violin). This is her second
production at NLT. She is so excited to be working
with this cast. Enjoy the show!
Marshall VandenOever (Merry Man/Guard) is very
involved at NLT, he is a Cub Scout, works „yard
crew‟ at his church, plays guitar, and dreams of being
a champion archer.
Shout Outs
Break a leg Blair. I know you’ll do great.
And remember, be Merry!!
Love, Mom, Dad, and Grayce
Great job Cordelia! You are "Fawn-tastic"
and we are so proud of you!
Love, Mom and Dad
Congrats Olivia! You are our favorite
"Merry Man" and nobody can deny it!
Love, Mom and Dad
Abbie- You're awesome.
I love my little actress!
Break a leg! Love, Mom
Congratulations Shannon and Kayla on
your very first performance.
It was awesome!!
Love you always, Mom and Dad
Lee,
We are so proud of you!
love, Dad, Mom, Claire & Scout
Notes from
the
Director’s Chair
Wow! This has a been a short but fun ride! I have truly enjoyed every minute with this incredible
cast and am so proud of all they have accomplished in just four weeks! I believe with all my heart
that each person was the perfect fit for the role they were cast in and each of them has made the
character their own. I hope you enjoy the show as much as we have enjoyed making it happen.
There are several people I would like to thank for helping me do that. I can never thank them
enough but hope that they at least know that their efforts are deeply appreciated.
Thank you so much to...
My cast for making this such a great experience and for working so hard to make this a great show!
Their parents for sacrificing time with your kids so that they could be in the show and for driving
them to rehearsals!
Alex Comfort for designing our logo and for shedding some light on the subject!
David Martin for keeping the lights going when Alex can't be here!
Anne Simmons for making the actors look great and Karen Pearcey for providing her with the
costumes to do so!
The Twiggs family for numerous hours making props and set pieces.
Jennifer Behret for an awesome set design and Deedee Spangler, Marshall VandenOever, Blair and
Sally Rector, and my family for helping her make it happen.
And most of all, my family for putting up with me having Robin Hood on the brain for the last few
months and for the many things you did to help make this show happen! I couldn't have done it
without you and I promise you food in the pantry and home-cooked meals on the table as soon as I
can rub two brain cells together again!