The Fantasticks Is presented through special arrrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also

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2 The Fantasticks Is presented through special arrrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY Phone: Fax:

3 Dear Theatre Patrons: Welcome to our UAA Theatre & Dance season. This year we welcome everyone back onboard. Dr. Edgecombe returns from his sabbatical with a new play about the foremost female architect of the American Southwest, Mary Colter, and Dan Anteau impressed the corporation he worked with on sabbatical so much with his technical wizardry that they invited him to do a light show in the Magic Kingdom. Wow! As for our season here at home we decided that in honor of the upcoming 400th anniversary of Shakespeare s death (2016) we would build a season around Shakespeare, but not entirely of Shakespeare. We start with The Fantasticks, with music by Harvey Schmidt and lyrics by Tom Jones, in the Harper Studio Theatre (directed by David Block). This longest running musical in the world is based in part on Ovid s lovers Pyramus and Thisby (Midsummer Night s Dream). We then move to the Mainstage where we will present Shakespeare s Twelfth Night, or What You Will (directed by our good friend and colleague Steven Hunt) on a Globe Stage reconstruction built right onto our thrust stage, to be followed on that very same stage in the spring by Tom Stoppard s hilarious and thought provoking Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead (directed by Dr. David Edgecombe). We then turn the set around to finish the season ending up backstage at the Globe on the opening night of Henry V for Shakespeare s Land of the Dead: A True and Accurate Account of the 1599 Zombie Plague by John Heimbuch (directed by yours truly). Actors, playwrights, lawyers, rivalries, comedy, sword fights, the Queen, and zombies! What more could you want? Whether you love the Bard or not, do not be fooled; there is something here for everyone, including two fantastic Dance concerts! And let me say once again, thank you for your patronage. You are the reason that UAA Theatre & Dance is successful, and we appreciate your continued support. Like us on Facebook. Tell, Tweet, and text your friends, and thank you all for coming this night! Have a great evening! Enjoy! Tom Skore, Chair UAA Department of Theatre & Dance

4 The Cast El Gallo... Edward Washington II Luisa... Amanda Boger Matt... Ben Williams Hucklebee... Zack Smith Bellomy... Kyle Lindsey Henry... Devin Frey Mortimer... Raymond Leonard The Mute... Dayoung Yoo The House Box Office Manager/Publicist... Andrea Lee Miller Production Assistant... Jessica Pervier-Brown House Managers... Adi Davis, Allison Haines Box Office Assistants... Nora Clark, Alexandra Godfrey Videographer... Cedar Cussins Photographer... Jessica Pervier-Brown Poster & Program... Andrea Lee Miller The Fantasticks Books and Lyrics by Music by Tom Jones Harvey Schmidt Since its opening in May, 1960, at the Sullivan Street Playhouse in New York, and its subsequent revival at the Snapple Theatre Center, The Fantasticks has become the longest running production of any kind in the history of American theatre. Continuing its run in New York City, please visit No flash photography and no cell phone cameras. Please turn of all cell phones and pagers. The videotaping or other video or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibitied. The show runs approx. one hour & 45 minutes, there will be a 15 min. intermission.

5 The Crew Director... David Block Music Director... Mari Hahn Pianist... Janna Preston Keyboardist... Rebecca Haag Choreographers... Vincente Capalla, Jane Drebert Choreographer & Dance Captain... Dayoung Yoo Stage Manager... Alicia Brown Assistant Stage Manager... Nikki Adams Costume Designer... Lucy Franklin Costume Design Advisor & Draper... Colleen Alexis Metzger Costume Shop Manager... Denice Jewell Costume Shop Assistants... Lisa-Marie Castro, Raymond Leonard Costume Construction Crew... Katie Bailey Nixon, Paige Lubke Matthew Meyer, Ellen Millard Wardrobe... Riqui Hill, Matthew Meyer Lighting & Sound Designer/Production Manager... Daniel J. Anteau Assistant Lighting Designer... Casey Eichhorn Light Board Operator... Jalita Roberts Assistant Sound Designer... Henrey Coleman Sound Board Operator... Kristal Foster Spot Light Operators... Kristinne Daquis, Rick Fulton Lighting, Sound Crew... Katie Bailey Nixon, Kyle Campbell Henry Coleman, Kristinne Daquis, Casey Eichhorn, Kirby Hutchings Scenic Designer... Chris Evans Scenic & Prop Designer Advisor... Daniel Glen Carlgren Technical Director & Scenic Artist... Daniel Glen Carlgren Scene Shop Manager... Adam Klein Scene Shop Assistants... Nikki Adams, Chris Evans, Raymond Leonard Scenic Carpentry Crew... Students enrolled in THR A141 THR A295, THR A491, & THR A495 Prop Master... Raymond Stewart

6 Directors Note Combine Romeo and Juliet, Adam and Eve, and a liberal sprinkling of West Side Story, and you have The Fantasticks! Two of the world s best stories, timeless themes and memorable music; you can t go wrong. That explains why it is the world s longest running musical. A girl. A boy. A tale as old as time itself. They meet. They fall in love. And then... And then. Well... That s what unfolds before you, so I won t ruin it. This show has been a bit of a miracle in many ways. Arranging the cast, the musicians, the designers; none of this happened in the usual way or as planned. Just like real life. But the results have been wonderful, just like The Fantasticks. I hope you will agree. Thank you to Dan Calgren, Dan Anteau and Colleen Metzger for facilitating a group of amazing student designers who have made a vision come to life. Thanks to Tom Skore and the entire Department of Theatre and Dance for the opportunity to come full circle back to my old stomping grounds. And to my cast and crew, and especially Mari and Alicia, without whom this creation would not exist, a very heartfelt thank you and congratulations. Now, join with us as we enter the dreams of two young lovers. A world of innocent romance, adventure, moonlight, a garden, and the friendship between neighbors that could only be brought about by... a wall. Enjoy the show.

7 UAA Theatre & Dance Season The Fantasticks Book and Lyrics by Tom Jones Oct 3-19, 2014 Dance Ensemble Nov 7-16, 2014 Twelfth Night, or What You Will By William Shakespeare Nov 21 - Dec 7, 2014 Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead By Tom Stoppard Feb 20 - Mar 8, 2015 New Dances 2015 April 3-12, 2015 Shakespeare s Land of the Dead By John Heimbuch April 10-26, 2015 al la Bard Tickets at uaatix.com More information at uaa.alaska.edu/theatre Box Office: TIX

8 Donors & Sponsers Our thanks to the following very special people who have recently donated to the UAA Department of Theatre & Dance to the benefit of our students and our productions. Jerry L. Allen, Dennis & Diane Allen, Mary & Charles Bingham, Megan & Rod Carlson, Sharon F. Davies, Michael Stinebaugh & Charlotte Fox, Martha L. Galbreath, Bill & Kathy Goodell, Kathleen A. Harris, Susan Kalina, Kyla Kent & Patrick Kent, Frank A. Mengel, Philip E. Morror, Harry & Leslie Need, Fredrick J. Pellim, Jr., and Jan & Richard Schmidt We would also like to thank our local business sponsers, without whose continued support we should not be able to offer the kind of theatre, dance, and special events that are the hallmark of UAA Theatre & Dance. Eyestyles Fireweed Cleaners Totem Ocean Trailer Express A Special Thanks to Chuck Conroy

9 Opportunities to show your support for UAA Theatre & Dance Masterpieces of the Theatre Foundation Established to provide support for the Theatre Department at UAA. Funds in this account may help pay for such expenses as honorariums, equipment, travel, and training. William R. Wilson Scholarship Provides support for the production, publication, or encouragement of new original drama at UAA. Dayle Skore Memorial Foundation Established to provide scholarships and awards to students admitted to the Theatre & Dance program at UAA. Scholarships and awards from this account are authorized based on the student s working attitude, commitment to theatre, openness to new ideas, and positive disposition. Chandler Braley Memorial Dance Scholarship Established to provide financial assistance to support a male dancer in the UAA Dance Program. Distinctive Design in the Performing Arts Provides support in the development and stimulation of student design excellence, creativity, and skill in conjunction with the performaning arts generated within UAA s Department of Theatre and Dance. Alaska Repertory Theatre Endowment Award Established to encourage collaboration between UAA students and the external Alaskan theatre community by providing financial support to UAA students involved with theatre productions or workshops within Alaska.

10 About UAA Theatre & Dance The UAA Department of Theatre and Dance offers an excellent theatre generalist B.A. degree, as well as a B.A. in Theatre with a Dance Emphasis, a Minor in Theatre, and Minor in Dance. The department has been a major contributor to the Anchorage Arts community for over a quarter century and department graduates and current majors can be found participating in nearly every major theatre company throughout the state. Some have started successful companies of their own. The department is viewed as a statewide training center for new talent and as a resource by local performance groups who often ask for assistance in design, lighting, costuming, construction, and dialects. Our acting students also role play for the UAA Nursing program, and local attorneys. Our B.A. in Theatre, as well as the B.A. in Theatre with a Dance Emphasis, are especially suited to the needs of Alaska. Given the great diversity within the state, Alaska s university students have many different reasons for attending. Some students are eager to continue their education elsewhere after graduation, but many want to stay in their home state and contribute locally. As such the department seeks to provide each student with a broad spectrum theatre education so they are prepared to continue down whichever path they choose. To this extent, based on reports the department has received from former students, and based on the success of many theatres in Anchorage and the state who, to a large extent are using talent trained at UAA, the department has been successful in its mission.

11 UAA Department of Theatre & Dance Fall 2014 Faculty Daniel J. Anteau, Associate Professor Sabrena Berryman, Adjunct Faculty Erin Campbell, Adjunct Faculty Daniel Glen Carlgren, Assistant Professor Cedar Cussins, Fine Arts Building Manager Dr. David Edgecombe, Professor Dr. Jill Flanders-Crosby, Professor/Dance Coordinator Gabriel Harvey, Adjunct Faculty Noemia Howell, Adjunct Faculty Melissa Jaabay, Adjunct Faculty Denice Jewell, Costume Shop Manager Brian Jeffery, Assistant Professor Rebecca Kendall, Adjunct Professor Adam Klein, Scene Shop Supervisor Amy Lindsey, Adjunct Faculty Joyce Mayer, Adjunct Faculty Colleen Alexis Metzger, Assistant Professor Scott Myers, Adjunct Faculty Tom Skore, Professor/Chair Alice Sullivan, Adjunct Faculty Kristin Vierthaler, Adjunct Faculty Stephanie Wonchala, Adjunct Faculty Performing & Fine Arts Staff Rhiannon Elliott, Academic Advisor Audrey Jo Malone, Division & Academic Support Andrea Lee Miller, Student Support & Social Media Anna Owens, Assistant to the Associate Dean Jessica Pervier-Brown, Production Assistant Student Information Office Fine Arts Building, Room 302 Phone

12 UAA Theatre & Dance General Policies for Performance Spaces Accessibility - The Mainstage and Harper Studio Theatre are accessible with wheelchair seating. Please let us know when making your ticket purchase if you have any needs that need accommodation, such as hearing or sight impaired, use of a wheelchair, etc. Children - Children under five are not permitted no babes in arms. All patrons, including children, must hold a valid ticket to the event. The UAA Department of Theatre & Dance offers a wide range of programming, and age-appropriateness varies. Certain performances may be deemed unsuitable for children. If a guideline is not advertised, the director will be available to advise patrons regarding suitability of a show for minors. Emergency Contact - If you need to leave a contact number for a sitter or relative, please use the University Police Department number ( ). Also, be sure to give them the venue name (Mainstage-Fine Arts 220, Harper Studio-Fine Arts 129) as well as the name your tickets are under. Parking - Free parking is available Friday/Saturday/Sunday at UAA. There is a large parking lot adjacent to the Fine Arts Building, as well as handicap spaces directly in front of the main entrance. Please use designated spaces only. Refunds: - There are no refunds on tickets. Tickets may be exchanged PRIOR to the original date with an exchange fee applied. Restrictions - The operation of cameras, video/digital recorders, cell phone cameras, or other recording devices are strictly prohibited during all performances. All cell phones, pagers, watch alarms, etc. must be silenced or turned off upon entering the performance spaces. If you must use your cell phone during intermission, please remember to turn it off before re-entering the theatre Smoking Policy - UAA maintains smoke free facilities. Smoking is not allowed anywhere in

13 UAA buildings. Patrons may smoke only in the designated areas outside of the Fine Arts Building. Smoking by actors may be necessary for accurate portrayal of individual characters or the truthful telling of the story and is not intended to be construed as approval or glorification of the behavior of smoking. Late Seating Policy - For the convenience of patrons who arrived on time and for the safety of those arriving late, latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the House Manager. You might not be seated in your assigned seats until intermission. For your own safety, we ask you to remain seated until the house lights go up. Seating Limits - Due to safety regulations, we are required to limit the number of patrons attending each performance. On occasion, we may have to decline further ticket sales to remain in compliance. To ensure availability for a specific show, please purchase your ticket(s) in advance. Vending Machines/Pay Phones/Restrooms - Vending machines, water fountains, and restrooms are available on the first and second floors of the Fine Arts Building. The House Manager and ushers can provide further directions upon request.. Ushering in the Arts The ushers serving this program are members of Ushering in the Arts a community volunteer program of the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts, funded in part by ConcocoPhillips, First National Bank ALASKA and the ushers themselves. Julie Millington, Vice President, directs the ushers and can be reached at

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