The Pirates of Penzance
Gilbert & Sullivan's Masterpiece of Comic Opera
Music by Arthur Sullivan
Lyrics & Book by William S. Gilbert
September 1 through October 11
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The Pirates of Penzance tells the story of a young pirate
apprentice named Frederic who has come to the end of his indentured
period. As it turns out, Frederic was indentured by mistake. His half-deaf
nurse had been instructed to apprentice him to a "pilot" but
got it a little wrong. At any rate, Frederic has decided to leave the
pirate life forever and, though he loves his comrades dearly, devote
his life to the extermination of their kind. However, since he is until
the stroke of midnight still one of them, he feels obliged to point
out the pirates' weakness--they are too softhearted. Apparently, all
a captive must do is plead to being an orphan and he is immediately
released!
The
Pirates of Penzanceopened at the Fifth Avenue Theatre in New
York on December 31, 1879 following on the heels of their wildly
successful H.M.S. Pinafore. A major Broadway revival featuring Kevin
Kline (Pirate King), Rex Smith (Frederic), and Linda Ronstadt (Mabel)
opened at the Uris Theatre on January 8, 1981 and ran for 772 performances.
A 1983 film version featured Kline, Smith, Ronstadt, and Angela Lansbury.
A Note from the Director…
Looking
back through the history books, The Pirates of Penzance marks
quite a few firsts. Musical theatre as we know it traces its roots
back to opera through operetta and comic opera.
Gilbert was the first lyricist to be billed before a composer. And
the show itself was the first and only Gilbert and Sullivan to premiere
in America. Our production is no different. This is the first time
an operetta has been done in The Round Barn Theatre. This is the first
time operetta for several of the cast members. For some, it is the
first time even being exposed to the world of operetta.
For me, this is the first show I have directed at The Round Barn Theatre and I am thrilled and honored. Whether you are a regular visitor of the opera or this is a first for you as well, there is something for everyone in this show. So hop aboard the pirate ship with a rollicking band of fun loving pirates, as these eccentric characters take you on a journey of high adventure, first loves, and show you the true meaning of the word “duty”. I hope you enjoy the show as much as we enjoy putting it on for you! Thank you supporting the arts and please continue to support all that happens here at Amish Acres and The Round Barn Theatre.
Amber Wines
Gilbert
and Sullivan’s
The Pirates of Penzance
Lyrics by W. S. Gilbert
Music by Arthur Sullivan
The Pirates of Penzance Cast
Pirate King Neal
Hunter Hyde
Fredrick Michael
Misko
Ruth Emily
Baer
Mabel Crystal
Davidson
Major-General David
Goins
Sergeant Olin
Davidson
Edith Katie
McLain
Kate Erin
Wolford
Isabel Jackie
Wolter
Samuel Don
Hart
Cops Luke
Bridges
Ryan
Dawley
Pirates Ryan
Hazelbaker
Wesley
Atkinson
Ian
Connor Brumbaugh
Ryan
Dawley
Luke
Bridges
David
Goins
Olin
Davidson
Time:
1870’s
Place: Act I.1-On Board a Pirate Ship
Act
1.2- Seashore
Act
2-Chapel Ruins
Scenes and Musical Numbers
Act I
1.“Pour, O pour the pirate sherry” - Pirates and Samuel
2.“When Frederic was a little lad” - Ruth
3. “Oh, better far to live and die” - Pirate King and Pirates
4. “Oh, false one, you have deceived me!” - Frederic and
Ruth
5. “Climbing over rocky mountian” – Girls
6. “Stop, ladies, pray!” – Frederic and Girls
7. “Oh, is there not one maiden breast” - Frederic, Mabel
and Girls
8. “Poor wandering one” - Mabel and Girls
9. “What ought we to do” - Edith, Kate and Isabel
10. “How beautifully blue the sky” - Girls, Mabel and Frederic
11. “Stay, we must not lose our senses” - Frederic, Girls
and Pirates
12. “Hold, monsters!” - Mabel, Samuel, Major-General, Girls
and Pirates
13. “I am the very model of a modern Major-General”- Major-General,
Girls & Pirates
14. “Oh, men of dark and dismal fate” (Finale Act I) – Ensemble
Act II
15. “Oh, dry the glistening tear” - Girls
16. “Then, Frederic, let your escort lion-hearted” - Major-General
and Frederic
17. “When the foreman bares his steel” - Sergeant, Major-General,
Police & Girls
18. “Now for the pirates’ lair!” - Frederic, Pirate
King and Ruth
19. “When you had left our pirate fold” - Ruth, Frederic
and Pirate King
20. “Away, away! My heart’s on fire” - Ruth, Pirate
King and Frederic
21. “All is prepared” - Mabel and Frederic
22. “Stay, Frederic, stay!” - Mabel and Frederic
23. “No, I am brave!” - Mabel, Sergeant and Police
24. “When a felon’s not engaged in his emplyment” -
Sergeant and Police
25. “A rollicking band of pirates we” - Pirates, Sergeant
and Police
26. “With cat-like tread, upon our prey we steal” - Pirates,
Police and Samuel
27. “Huh, hush! Not a word” - Frederic, Pirates, Police
and Major-General
28. “Sighing softly to the river” (Finale Act II) - Major-General
and Ensemble
Artistic
Staff
Executive Producer: Richard Pletcher
Managing Director: Laurie Schotz
Director: Amber Wines
Music Director: Nathan W. Brown
Choreographer: Olin Davidson
Technical Director: Matthew Green
Production Stage Manager: Amber Wines
Set Designer: Richard Pletcher
Lighting Designer: Matt Green
Master Carpenter: Alvin Yoder
Box Office Manager: Jennifer Scheffer
Marketing: Village Group
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Cast Biographies
See Repertory Company Biographies here...
David
Goins (Papa) is thrilled to be making his debut at The Round
Barn Theatre. He is originally from Ohio and past credits include the
King in The King and I, Johnny Cash in Ring of Fire,
James Keller in The Miracle Worker, and Stanly Sanders in Smoke
on the Mountain.
“I would like to thank Laurie for knowing all about me and hiring me anyway!”
Emily
Baer (Ruth) is excited to be returning to The Round Barn Theatre.
She is a recent Graduate of Millikin University in Decatur, IL where
she received a BFA in Musical Theatre. Some of her favorite roles have
included Marian in The Music Man, Effy in The Spitfire
Grill, and Mrs. Sowerberry in Oliver. She loves working
on new musicals and has enjoyed working on several including Appalachian
Trails, High Five, and Two Rails.
"I would like to thank my wonderful family especially my parents for supporting me in every way possible. I would also like to thank all of my teachers who have had a hand in making me the performer and the person I am today."
Katie
McLain (Katie)- is a native of Loveland, OH. She spent one year
at Shenandoah Conservatory as a Musical Theatre Major. Some of her
favorite past roles include Mary Magdalene in Jesus Christ Superstar, Sonia
in Godspell, Rusty in Footloose and ensemble/dance
captain/understudy Baby June in Jerry Springer the Opera.
“Thank you to my family for supporting me and to my fiancé for being so understanding. I love you all!”
Olin Davidson (Dan King) is a native of Seymour, Indiana, and now
resides in New Jersey. He is a graduate of Shenandoah Conservatory
with a BFA in Musical Theatre and Opera Performance certificate. He
was a member of the Grammy-nominated Washington Chorus for their performance
of the Berlioz Requiem. Some of his favorite roles include
Smudge in Forever Plaid, Andy Lee in 42nd Street,
Audrey II in Little Shop of Horrors, Scott in The Producers. Olin
has also enjoyed being the dance captain for such shows as Fiddler
on the Roof, 42nd Street, The Producers, Thoroughly
Modern Millie and more.
“It is great to be back in Indiana around my family and friends. Thanks Mom, Dad, Laurie and all my girls for all of your support.”
Artistic Staff Biographies
Nathan W. Brown (Music Director) is excited to join the team at The
Round Barn Theatre! Nathan is originally from Sterling, IL, and holds
a BM in Vocal Performance from Illinois Wesleyan University. Nathan
currently serves as Resident Music Director and Adjunct Voice Instructor
for the Renaissance Center in Tennessee, where he has Music Directed
over 25 productions, including Anything Goes, A Chorus
Line, Cats, Annie, The Music Man, My
Fair Lady, Children of Eden, Smoke on the Mountain and Once
Upon a Mattress. Nathan’s other music directing credits
include Hello, Dolly!, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, Seussical, Singin’ in
the Rain, The Will Rogers Follies, and Jekyll & Hyde,
at theatres including Bigfork Summer Playhouse, MT, Stage Door Theatre,
FL, Bearcreek Farms Resort, IN and Illinois Wesleyan University, IL.
“I’m sorry, I can’t…I have rehearsal!”
Biographies
Additional Pirates of Penzance Cast
Erin
Wolford (Kate) is very excited to be joining The Round Barn Theatre
company! A native of Newark, OH, Erin is a graduate of West Virginia
Wesleyan college where she received her BFA in Musical Theatre and
Dance. Favorite roles include Percy in The Spitfire Grill,
Alice in The Secret Garden, Graziella in West Side Story and
Leata in Hair. She’s spent the last two years following
graduation living all over the country doing what she loves best.
“This season is dedicated to my Grammy Gills, who hates cats, but loves me very much. Thanks also to the rest of my wonderful family. Singing makes me happy!”
Ian Connor Brumbaugh (Pirate) is making his professional debut with The Pirates
of Penzance. He is currently a sophomore
at Wawasee High School. He was in two productions of High School
Musical 2 this summer including one at The Round Barn Theatre
and one at Syracuse Lakeside Park as Zeke. Some of his favorite shows
include The Music Man, The King and I, The Oakwood Passion Play and Once
on this Island.
“As an eight year old boy, I sat in those seats dreaming of being a part of the magic I saw on this stage…nine years later I am thrilled to say dreams do come true! Anything is possible if you work hard, have faith and believe in yourself! Hannah, this one’s for YOU!”
Luke Bridges (Cop, Pirate) is very excited to be making his Round
Barn Theatre debut! A native of Arkansas, Luke is a graduate of Ouachita
Baptist University, where he earned a degree in Musical Theatre. Luke
comes straight to Amish Acres from Maples Repertory Theatre where he
was seen in My Fair Lady, Murder by the Book, and Little
Shop of Horrors. Other professional credits include Les Miserables,
Thoroughly Modern Millie, Fiddler on the Roof, South Pacific, and Cabaret. He
was a part of the First Annual American Drama conference in Beijing,
China, where he performed in Eugene O’Neill’s Ah, Wilderness.
“A special thanks to YOU, the audience, for supporting live theatre and allowing us to tell this wonderful story! Hope you enjoy the show!”
Michael Misko (Frederick) a Pittsburgh native, is thrilled
to be at The Round Barn Theatre. A BFA Musical Theatre Graduate from
Shenandoah University, Michael also enjoys an active career as a magician.
Regional stock credits include the role of Tony in West Side Story,
Pharaoh in Joseph and the…Dreamcoat, D’Arque/understudy
Beast in Beauty and the Beast, Pilate in Jesus Christ
Superstar, Bradin The Rocky Horror Show, Perchick in Fiddler
on the Roof, Mercutio in Romeo and Juliet, Cliff in Cabaret,
Romain Glengarry Glen Ross, and Katurian in The Pillowman.
“My love to Sarah”. www.michaelmisko.com
Neal Hunter Hyde (Pirate King) received a 2003 Birmingham Theatre
Award for Outstanding Actor for the title role in Tom Jones in
addition to a Best Supporting Actor nomination for his role as The
Young Thing in Hello Again that same year. Stage credits include
Jimmy Harper in Reefer Madness, Matthew Shepard/Aaron McKinney
in The Laramie Project, Will in Some Enchanted Evening,
Frankie in Forever Plaid, Goat in The Robber Bridegroom,
Tab in The Fabulous 50s & 60s, Mr. Shoe Man in Alexander
and the Terrible Horrible No Good Very Bad Day the musical, Linus
in You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown, Bailey in Barnum,
Harry/Zoltan Karpathy in My Fair Lady, Diesel/Gladhand in West
Side Story, Baker/Issachar in Joseph…Dreamcoat,
Nana/Crock in Peter Pan, Wyatt in Crazy For You,
Pittsburgh in Gypsy, The Emcee in Chicago, and Reg/Tony
Giordano in The Full Monty. Touring company credits include
Prince Robert/Frog Prince in The Frog Prince, Young Nemirovich
in The Snow Girl, James Keller in The Miracle Worker,
Useless the Dog in The Little Red Hen, and Todd in The
Time Takers. Concerts include Broadway in Time II at
the Paramount Theatre, NY and Broadway Romance with Alice
Ripley and Rob Evan. Recordings include “Another Suitcase, Another
Hall” with Angela Covington on her solo CD That’s Life and “Turkey
Lurkey Time” on Merry Merry Showtunes, benefiting the
Salvation Army Youth Services Center. Neal also just finished recording
three tracks for The Michele Miree Smith Songbook and will
be recording his first solo album tentatively titled Ballad Boy next
year. He also runs his own multimedia production company, WAMmedia,
putting his 19 years of self-marketing expertise to work providing
videography & design services for other performers and arts organizations.
For more on Neal check out www.nealhunterhyde.com.
“I would like to dedicate my performance to the memories of Kevin Barton & G’ma Louise.”
Ryan Dawley (Cop, Pirate) is thrilled to be making his debut here
at The Round Barn Theatre. This native of Erie, PA has a BA in Theatre
and Communication Arts from Gannon University and is a die hard Cleveland
Browns fan. Some of his favorite past roles include Bat Boy in Bat
Boy the Musical, Tommy in Tommy, Cosmo Brown in Singing
in the Rain, Lefou in Beauty and the Beast, Skimbleshanks
in Cats, Bobby Strong in Urinetown the Musical, and
Brad in Rocky Horror.
“Thanks to Laurie and Amber for helping me get out of the food service industry…for now anyway. I will gladly do a flying Dutchmen if it means I don’t have to make you a mojito.”
Theme Buffet Menu
Reservations Required (800) 800-4942
Pirates of Penzance
Fridays, September 11 & 18
A Feast of Booty
Soup
- Pottage
Appetizers
- Roman Coins
- Grapes with Cream Cheese
Salad
- Insalata
di Cesare
Bread
- Roman Meal Bread and Olive Oil
Entrees
- Emperor Medallions of Beef
- Gaggle of Chicken
Pasta
- Mediterranian Pasta Vegetables Asparagus Spears
- Carrot Coins
Desserts
- Fruit Compote
- Chocolate Hills of Rome
- Brenda's Famous Crème Brule'
Beverages
- Iced Tea
- Lemonade
- Coffees
Alcoholic Beverages
- Fruits of Indiana and Michigan Wines
- Pilsner Beers
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