Willy Wonka.pub - Vagabond Theatre Co

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would still just be a dream were
it not for our Contributing Partners. We are very grateful to
our Partners, whose financial
and moral support have made
Thank you for your Support!
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presents
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Words and Music by
Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley
Adapted for the Stage by Leslie Bricusse & Timothy A. McDonald
Based on the book
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory By Roald Da hl
May 6th and 7th ~ 7:30 pm
May 8th ~ 2:00 pm
This performance will use strobe lights and artificial smoke
3rd Avenue Theatre
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ONKA AND THE HOCOLATE ACTORY
THE HISTORY OF WILLY WONKA
Roald Dahl’s inspiration for writing Willy Wonka came from
his own childhood in England. He often referred to the early
part of the 20th century as “The Golden Age of Chocolate.” It
was during this time that such classics as the Hershey's Milk
Chocolate Bar, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Butterfinger, Milky
Way, Oh Henry!, Kit Kat, and many others were invented.
The school that Dahl went to as a child was near the big
Cadbury’s factory. The research and development department
would test new products by sending them to the school for the
boys to test. This is where the seeds for a story about a candy
factory were sown.
Roald Dahl started out as a writer for adults. It was
when he was living in the United States with his young family
that he started to turn his bedtime stories into books for children. His first, James and the Giant Peach, was an immediate
success and in 1964 he wrote Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
By the end of the 1960’s the book had become popular
around the world, including selling a million copies in China. It
had come to the attention of the movie producer, David L.
Wolper who was working on a project for Quaker Oats. He
caught wind of a new chocolate bar that the company was developing and approached them with the idea of producing a
movie about a candy factory to coincide with the release of the
new chocolate bar. The movie, of course, was Willie Wonka
and the Chocolate Factory starring Gene Wilder.
Filmed in Munich, Germany, the movie filled every child’s
candy fantasy. With music co-written by the superstar team of
Anthony Newley and Leslie Bricusse, the film appealed to
young and old alike. The song The Candy Man was a record hit
for both Newley and Sammy Davis Jr.
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PRODUCTION CREW
Directors:
Kay Klopstock, Jane Neumier
Sound & Light Crew:
Taylor Woodhouse, Linda Caron
Producer:
Paddy Beswatherick
Set Designer:
B’Ann Woodhouse
Stage Manager:
Linda Stainer
Stage Crew:
Jill Koss
Technical Director:
Jamie Bradshaw
Supervisors: Tannis MacFarlane
-Kelly, Kelly Luhowy, Sabrina
Aitchinson, Tarra Moulson,
Richard Bonser, Deanna
Spencer, Bev Miller
Pianists:
Penny Menzies, Kim McLoed
Makeup Artists:
Jane Neumier, Shannon
Neuhofer, Gloria Zimmer, Louise
Bonser, Shannon Johnson,
Tannis MacFarlane-Kelly,
Veronica Havelange, Heather
Smart, Robyn Hasselhoff,
Ronda Olson
Concession:
Rosanne Kelly, Karen Walker-
Prop Master:
Elaine Baker
Prop Crew:
Amanda Fulcher
Wardrobe Mistress:
Rheanne Grey
Costumes:
Pat Orsack, Rosalie Drielich
Tibble
Ushers: Alisa Leidl, Tracy
Donaldson, Karen WalkerTibble, Carol Nagy, Jason Nagy,
Jennifer Lyttle, Shannon
Johnston
House Manager:
Ursel Boucher
Program Design:
Monika Robertson
Prompters: Tracy Donaldson
and Janet Palamar
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VAGABOND THEATRE EXECUTIVE
Vagabond Theatre Company
is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to enrich, educate and entertain our communities by encouraging the performing arts and producing quality entertainment.
2010-2011
PRESIDENT ~ Jamie Bradshaw
SECRETARY ~ Mason Jardine
TREASURER ~ Ursel Boucher
DIRECTORS ~ Betty Senger, Terry Lawrence, Doug Walls, Vonnie May, Keneen
Bridgeman-Magnowksi, Veronica Havelange
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Welcome to Vagabond’s sixth season!
We continue to work hard to present
quality productions for your education and enjoyment, and have quite a bit of fun
doing just that. It is very exciting to see a lot of new people join the production
ranks this year – working behind the scenes to make sure everything runs
smoothly. While these folks never appear on stage for the standing ovation, there
would be no “on stage” without them. Our sincere thanks to all of the volunteers. It is also exciting to introduce a few new onstage faces this year. We’re
always recruiting (especially men!), so watch out if you see us headed your
way! Of course, you could always volunteer (which would save us all a lot of time,
wouldn’t it?)
While you enjoy this season’s productions, we’re busy working on next year’s
season. Actin’ Up, our summer theatre camp, will run from August 16 – 20th this
year. You can expect to see camp information posted in early April. Manitoba
Theatre Centre will make a return visit in March next year, presenting “Wingfield
on Ice”. We’re also talking to the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra for a return engagement, and reading all kinds of scripts to choose just the right ones for our
own performances.
If you would like to be first in line for all of the news from Vagabond, email
[email protected] to be added to our email list. We’re also working at revamping our website. You can check us out at www.vagabondtheatreco.com.
Thank you for your continued support for our theatre. Enjoy the show.
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Ironically, the Quaker Oats project that started it all was
a flop. Their chocolate bar melted on the store shelves and
was withdrawn from the market before it could be sold to the
public.
The Wonka line of candy that is so popular with children
today was introduced in 2005 to coincide with the release of
the new Charlie and the Chocolate Factory film starring Johnny
Depp.
Thanks to Music Theatre International who adapted the
story for the stage we are able to perform the play for you today. To paraphrase the producer David L. Wolper, the reason
for making the movie was to promote the candy bar that
would last for years. The candy bar melted and didn’t last, but
the story will last forever.
NOTE: The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly
prohibited.
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DIRECTOR’S NOTEBOOK
Direct Willy Wonka?
A chance
to play with one of the most colourful
and magical children’s stories ever
written? You bet! And we have enjoyed every minute of it.
It has been a real pleasure to
work with the children in this
play. They are surprisingly dedicated
for such a young group and their enthusiasm made rehearsals
fun. Together we imagined what it would be like to fly, to fall into a
chocolate river, and to live in a candy factory. We also imagined
what it would be like to live at the lowest of poverty levels where a
bowl of cabbage soup was the standard meal and listening to a radio broadcast was an extravagance.
We would also like to acknowledge the contribution of the
parents. They have repeatedly shown their dedication to driving
their children to rehearsals, helping out whenever they were asked,
putting the finishing touches on the play and supervising backstage.
They, and all the technical crew, have been instrumental in making
Willy Wonka a success.
And where would a musical be without an orchestra? Penny
Menzies has donated so much time to making it all work musically,
we can’t thank her enough for her wisdom and talent.
But most of all we would like to thank Vagabond Theatre for
their commitment to children’s theatre. Without the support and
enthusiasm of the board of director’s there would be no youth production every spring. Our children would not have the opportunity
to learn the art of the theatre and your families would not have the
opportunity to experience the magic of these performances. Such a
mandate is rare in Community Theatre and we tip our Willy Wonka
hats to Vagabond Theatre.
CANDY KIDS:
How do you get a peanut to laugh?
you crack it up
SQUIRRELS:
Kay Klopstock & Jane Neumier
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THE CAST
CHARLIE BUCKET
10 years old
She loves to sing, write songs, play the
piano and play with her sisters. This is
her first production with Vagabond Theatre
and she really learning about acting and getting to know the other kids.
WILLIE WONKA ~
17 years old . He has
never had a role such as this in any prior production and is ecstatic for the opportunity.
Outside the world of drama he enjoys travel,
studying and socializing.
OOMPA LOOMPAS:
What did the man say when the
picture fell on his head?
I've been framed!
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MR. BUCKET ~
PHINEOUS TROUT
13 years old and in
7th grade. He plays about
every sport there is except for
hockey. He really enjoys the
Vagabond Theatre and has been
in several plays, and now Willy Wonka! He has also attended
two summer arts adventure camps. He hopes everyone enjoys the performance!
This is her second appearance in a Vagabond production the first being Alice in Wonderland. Although her first love is the stage, she
also enjoys piano, voice, public speaking, and
snowboarding. Playing Phineous Trout has been
a new challenge for her and the experience
made more fulfilling sharing it with such an
amazing cast, crew and great directors!
Mrs. BUCKET ~
14 years old.
She enjoys acting and singing and has been active in both for
about five years. Willy Wonka is her eighth performance, and it has been just as fun her my first. Enjoy the show!
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does chicken come from?
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LUMINARIES:
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MRS. BEAUREGARDE
GRANDMA JOE
I’m 16 years old. I live with my
sisters and parents on a farm
. I play the piano, sing, enjoy reading and
drawing. I have been in several
productions with Vagabond.
Thank you to Kay and Jane for
being wonderful directors and
to everyone else behind the scene.
VIOLET BEAUREGARDE
I’m thirteen years old. In my spare time I
love to draw, sing, and act.
What is the clumsiest bee?
a bumbling bee
MIKE TEAVEE
8 years old
. Mike Teevee
was a great role for him as
he LOVES video games! This
role will be his third time
on the stage with Vagabond.
He has made many new friends
and is eager to see what up and coming productions are in the
works that he can participate in.
MS TEAVEE
10 years old and lives in the Qu’Appelle Valley by Rocanville. She enjoys playing the violin and piano, singing and reading books. This Olivia’s sixth production with Vagabond. She
would like to thank everyone who put time into this production. Enjoy the show!
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11 years old. She has been in 5
major plays. Outside of the theater Jayla likes to do all sports and
is also in 4-H. The first play she
was in was Charlottes
Web and the most recent the Best Christmas Pagent Ever. she
has made some very good friends and enjoyed the
challenges each character presents. Enjoy the production!
GRANDPA JOE ~ He
has been in Vagabond productions since he was 10 and is
now 14. He enjoys acting and playing video games. Enjoy the
show!
What do you call an avid gardener?
Herb
GRANDMA GEORGE
Grade 6 student
Willie Wonka will mark her
5th production with
Vagabond. She enjoys acting,
singing and helping her dad
on the farm.
GRANDPA GEORGE
11 years old. He enjoys
working with the Vagabond Theatre; it allows him to act as
different characters. This is his fourth production with
the Theater and is enjoying it as much or more than the
first time.
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She enjoys dance, voice, piano,
figure skating, skiing, and of
course drama. She has participated in multiple theatre productions and has been with
Vagabond for 7 years. Enjoy the show!
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MR. SALT
14 years old and enjoys acting in front of people. He
has starred in 5 plays and hopes everyone enjoys this great
show.
AUGUSTUS GLOOP
Why was it hard
for the geometry
teacher to walk?
she broke her
angle
11, and her favorite thing to do
is anything to do with performing arts. She loves Vagabond !
She also likes being a wild bush
wolf. She thinks playing Augustus is a riot. Thank you to all
the people who make Vagabond happen. To all the talented
kids who are now her wonderful Vagabond friends, “break a
leg”.
MRS. GOOP ~
DID YOU HEAR ABOUT THE MUMMIES WHO WENT TO
THE THEATER?
THEY GAVE THE ACTORS STAGE FRIGHT
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14 years old and this in her ninth performance with
the Vagabond Theatre Company. She has gained great experience from Vagabond and the North West Marquette Festival in
speech and piano. Alanna would like to thank all the cast and
crew for making this production so sweet as well as Jane and
Kay for doing such an amazing job. It has been great working
with everyone.
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