Lewis Family Playhouseat Victoria Gardens Cultural CenterRancho Cucamonga

The entire City Council of the City of Rancho Cucamonga welcomes you to the City of Rancho Cucamonga’s Lewis Family Playhouse at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center.

CITY COUNCILL. Dennis Michael MAYOR

Sam Spagnolo MAYOR PRO TEM

William J. Alexander COUNCIL MEMBER

Marc Steinorth COUNCIL MEMBER

Diane Williams COUNCIL MEMBER

OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALSJanice Reynolds CITY CLERK

James C. Frost CITY TREASURER

John R. Gillison CITY MANAGER

Wilkommen! I am delighted to welcome you to Broadway at the Gardens’ sixth production – Cabaret. With this show, we are thrilled to welcome back Director Courtney Corey, who lent us her talents previously for Evita in 2011 and Rent in 2010. One of Broadway’s most iconic musicals, the story of Cabaret has been told in dramatically different ways, but has remained relevant and vibrant since its debut in 1966.

Cabaret gives us a peek into the colorful lives of a handful of characters clinging to decadence and freedom but coming up against change and social currents beyond their control. It is a story of love and hate, of fantasy and reality, and of the loss of innocence that can never be regained – it is as current today as the day it was written, and always will be.

Broadway at the Gardens is proud to continue our mission of providing cutting edge, highly professional theatre for adult audiences. We hope that you will enjoy our fresh interpretation on this classic musical. Bleibe, reste, stay… and for just a few hours, escape into a world where “Life is a Cabaret.”

Patrick Hediger, ProducerBroadway at the Gardens

DIRECTOR’S NOTESInside the seedy Kit Kat Klub, the walls pound to the heartbeat of a permissive and somewhat liberated Germany. Yet, outside, a cold and ominous shadow is quickly approaching. On the brink of a dynamic political (and ultimately, cultural) shift, the characters in Cabaret find themselves torn between hope and fear, anxiety and anticipation, love and loss. Rarely does a theatrical piece explore the transition between the Weimar Republic and Nazi Germany, but in order to understand the travesties of the 1930s and 1940s, it is crucial for us to see the beginning of the decline. And now, we present to you Kander and Ebb’s multi-award winning production which has captured the hearts of audiences for almost 50 years. “Life is a Cabaret, old chum. Come to the Cabaret.”

Courtney Corey, Director / Choreographer

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Book by

Joe Masteroff Based on the play by Stories by

John Van Druten Christopher Isherwood Music by Lyrics by

John Kander Fred Ebb Directed/Choreographed by Musically Directed/Conducted by

Courtney Corey Ronda Rubio

November 15 - 23, 2014

Production Design

Jean-Yves Tessier

Properties Design

Cindy Smith

Production Stage Manager

Laura Steinroeder

Costume Design

Linda Vick

Hair/Make-Up Design

V. Michelle Bierman

Assistant Director/Assistant Choreographer

Trance Thompson

Produced by arrangement with TAMS-WITMARK MUSIC LIBRARY, INC., 560 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022.

SPONSORED BY

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Book by

Joe Masteroff Based on the play by Stories by

John Van Druten Christopher Isherwood Music by Lyrics by

John Kander Fred Ebb Directed/Choreographed by Musically Directed/Conducted by

Courtney Corey Ronda Rubio

November 15 - 23, 2014Please check houseboards for any program changes. Taking pictures

and/or making visual or sound recordings is expressly forbidden.

The CastMaster of Ceremonies (Emcee) ..............................................................................Koray TarhanKit Kat Klub Girls.............Kim Dalton, Emily Dauwalder, Whitney Fortmueller, Meghan Grantom, Tayla Hadley, Hannah Schramm Clifford Bradshaw ...........................................................................................Joshua David BishopErnst Ludwig ................................................................................................................ Christopher DiehlCustoms Officer ................................................................................................................Ricky AugustinOfficer’s Assistant ....................................................................................................................... Dylan PassFräulein Schneider ..................................................................................................................Osa DanamFräulein Kost .................................................................................................................................Sandra RiceHerr Schultz .............................................................................................................................Frank MinanoTelephone Girl ..............................................................................................................................Kim DaltonSally Bowles ...................................................................................................................... Ashlee EspinosaMax ............................................................................................................................................David EberhardtBobby ..................................................................................................................................................... Dylan PassVictor ......................................................................................................................................................T.J. CorsaroTaxi Man ..............................................................................................................................................Chris WardTwo Ladies ............................................................................Kim Dalton, Whitney FortmuellerSailors ....................................................................... Richard Lindsey, Chris Ward, Matt DallalGorilla ......................................................................................................................................Emily DauwalterNazi Soliders ................................................................................................... Chris Ward, T.J. CorsaroWaiters/Klub Guests/Ensemble .................................... Richard Lindsey, Chris Ward, Angeline Carr, Ally Mulholland, Ricky Augustin, Matt Dallal, David Eberhart, Dylan Pass, T.J. Corsaro

THE BANDConductor/Keyboard ....................................................................................................... Ronda RubioDrums/Percussion ............................................................................................................... Brad VaughnBass ..................................................................................................................................................... Carlos RiveraAccordion .........................................................................................................................Alexander LavrukBanjo ..................................................................................................................................................Bob ScaranoReed 1 ........................................................................................................................................... David CatalanReed 2 .......................................................................................................................................Jonathan WangTrumpet ...........................................................................................................................................Max O’LearyTrombone ..............................................................................................................................Takako Nakano

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Musical Numbers

ACT IWillkommen ..................................................................................Emcee, Kit Kat Girls, EnsembleWelcome to Berlin ..................................................................................................................................EmceeSo What? ..........................................................................................................................Fräulein SchneiderTelephone Song ............................................................................................................... Cliff, A Klub GirlMein Herr.............................................................................................................................Sally, Kit Kat GirlsDon’t Tell Mama ............................................................................................................Sally, Kit Kat GirlsPerfectly Marvelous ............................................................................................................Sally and CliffTwo Ladies ............................................................................................................Emcee, Two Klub Girls It Couldn’t Please Me More (Pineapple Song) ...............................Fräulein Schneider Herr SchultzTomorrow Belongs to Me ....................................................................Emcee, Ensemble MenMaybe This Time ............................................................................................................................................SallyThe Money Song.......................................................................Emcee, Kit Kat Girls, EnsembleMarried ....................................................Herr Schutlz, Fräulein Schneider, Fräulein KostTomorrow Belongs to Me (Reprise) ................ Fräulein Kost, Ernst, Ensemble

There will be a 15-minute intermission

ACT IIMarried (Reprise) ......................................................................................................................Herr SchultzIf You Could See Her .........................................................................................................Emcee, GorillaWhat Would You Do? ...........................................................................................Fräulein SchneiderI Don’t Care Much ...................................................................................................................................EmceeCabaret ....................................................................................................................................................................SallyFinale Ultimo ............................................................................................................................Full Company

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KORAY TARHAN (EMCEE) is truly honored to be a part of this wonderful production of a tremendously iconic show! Having moved from Chicago, where he graduated with a BA in Musical Theatre Performance from Columbia College Chicago, Koray is anxious to share his craft and love of theatre with the world. Recent credits include Broadway at the Gardens Jesus Christ Superstar (Simon) and Candlelight Pavilion’s 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Chip). “Bleibe, reste, stay...and enjoy the show!”

ASHLEE ESPINOSA (SALLY BOWLES) is thrilled to make her Broadway at the Gardens debut. She recently appeared as Brooke in Legally Blonde at Performance Riverside. Regional: My Fair Lady, Young Frankenstein (Moonlight); Les Misérables (Performance Riverside); You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown (OKC Repertory Theatre); Hello, Dolly!, Jesus Christ Superstar, Aida (Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma). Singer/Dancer with Holland America Cruise Lines. MFA Musical Theatre, SDSU. Ashlee is a faculty

member in the Theatre Arts department at Riverside City College. For Tim.

JOSHUA DAVID BISHOP (CLIFF BRADSHAW) a recent NYC transplant, is ecstatic to be making his West Coast stage debut in one of his favorite shows! Off-Broadway: The Lost Boys (Medicine Show), Sleepy Hollow (The York), Isabelle and the Pretty/Ugly Spell (Bleeker Street). Favorite roles: Jack in Into the Woods (90 Square Arts), Tin Man in Wizard of Oz (American Family Theatre), Leading Player in Pippin (Oxford University). Film: Across the Universe (Julie Taymor).

OSA DANAM (FRÄULEIN SCHNEIDER) is thrilled to be joining the cast of Cabaret. Her long and distinguished career began in New York and she not only is an actress, but also a director, writer, costumer, photographer, and (yes) wild animal handler. She has worked all over the nation but always comes back to California. She saw Cabaret on Broadway and thought she would love to play this part. Many thanks to a fabulous cast and crew. Dankeschön!

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FRANK MINANO (HERR SCHULTZ) is delighted to join Broadway at the Gardens, performing a role he had the pleasure to play last year with Inland Valley Repertory Theatre at Candlelight Pavilion. Frank’s acting and directing credits span over 30 years. Recent credits include: Young Frankenstein (Dr. Victor von Frankenstein/TIBBIES Center Stage), West Side Story (Doc/Chance Theater), Sound of Music (Max/Candlelight Pavilion). Long ago credits: South Pacific with legend John Raitt and Hello, Dolly! with Sheila MacRae. Mazel!

CHRISTOPHER DIEHL (ERNST LUDWIG) is thrilled to be making his debut at the Lewis Family Playhouse. Christopher has performed and directed all over the Inland Empire and Orange County, and is currently the president of the Chino Community Theatre. Recent roles include Ivan in Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, Frankie in Forever Plaid and Professor Bhaer in Little Women. Christopher would like to thank Patrick and Courtney for the opportunity to perform at this beautiful venue.

SANDRA RICE (FRÄULEIN KOST) is honored to make her debut with Broadway at the Gardens! Previous credits include Redlands Theatre Festival’s Judy in 9 to 5: The Musical, Missy in the Marvelous Wonderettes, Marta in Company and Janis Joplin in Beehive. Her most recent credit was Rhetta Cupp in Pump Boys and Dinettes at Redlands Footlighters Theatre. She wishes to thank her husband, her two sweet boys, Patrick, Courtney, and this dynamic cast and crew for a wonderful experience.

RICKY AUGUSTIN (ENSEMBLE) is currently studying at Fullerton College, and recently had the pleasure of appearing as Nikos in Legally Blonde: The Musical at Covina Center for the Performing Arts, as Phaedra the Enigma in La Cage Aux Folles, and as Humphrey in Cannibal: The Musical at The Maverick Theater. He is very excited to be performing in his first show here at the Lewis Family Playhouse! Enjoy the show because here, life is beautiful!

LINDSEY KAY CARLSON (ENSEMBLE) is extremely excited for her debut performance with Broadway at the Gardens. She is a recent graduate of Northwestern University in Chicago, where she studied Theatre, Musical Theatre and Psychology. Having just moved back to Rancho Cucamonga, Lindsey is pursuing her acting career full time. She would like to thank her entire family (especially Mom, Dad and Grandma) for their never-ending support.

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ANGELINE CARR (ENSEMBLE) is so excited to be making her Broadway at the Gardens debut in this amazing production. She has had the pleasure of playing Mama Rose in Gypsy, The Narrator in Joseph, Miss Hannigan in Annie, Desiree in A Little Night Music, Nancy in Oliver, and many more. Thank you to all involved in this production for giving me this opportunity. She thanks her loving husband and two beautiful daughters.

T.J. CORSARO (VICTOR/ENSEMBLE) is elated to be a part of his first production with Broadway at the Gardens. To be able to practice his craft and perform for a crowd in any capacity is a huge honor for him. He would like to thank the cast and the crew (especially Beth Gibbons) for making this opportunity possible and hopes that this will be the first of many productions.

MATT DALLAL (ENSEMBLE) is extremely excited to be making his Broadway at the Gardens debut! You may have seen him recently in Spamalot (Sir Robin) at Candlelight Pavilion. Other credits include The Wedding Singer (Robby Hart) and Urinetown (Hot Blades Harry). He hopes you enjoy the show as much as he does. Auf Wiedersehen!

KIM DALTON (KIT KAT GIRL/TWO LADIES) is making her Broadway at the Gardens debut. Previous credits include 25th Annual…Spelling Bee (Logainne), Hairspray (Penny Pingleton), Xanadu (Clio/Kira) and Into the Woods (Little Red). She is also a classically trained musician and multi-instrumentalist, a visual artist, and an animator. Originally from Scottsdale, Arizona, Kim is a graduate of the USC School of Dramatic Arts. Thanks to her family, friends and boyfriend for their love and support.

EMILY DAUWALDER (KIT KAT GIRL/DANCE CAPTAIN) is happy to be back at the Lewis Family Playhouse after appearing in Jesus Christ Superstar. Recent musical theatre credits include: Crazy For You (Asst. Choreo./Asst. Dir.), A Christmas to Remember, The Drowsy Chaperone (Candlelight Pavilion); Young Frankenstein (Moonlight Amphitheatre); Chicago (Mona/Lipschitz), (Lawrence Welk Theatre), Where’s Charley? (Reiner Reading), The Goodbye Girl (Reiner Reading), 42nd Street (Musical Theatre West). Love to

family, friends and teachers for their continuous support and guidance.

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DAVID EBERHARDT (ENSEMBLE/MAX) is thrilled to be back performing at Lewis Family Playhouse with Broadway at the Gardens. David has performed in musical theater throughout his life. His most recent credit was in Seussical as General Genghis Khan Schmitz. Other credits include: Guys and Dolls (Nicely-Nicely Johnson), The Music Man (Ewart Dunlop) and Me and My Girl (Herbert Parchester). David wishes to thank his family for all of their love and support.

WHITNEY FORTMUELLER (KIT KAT GIRL/TWO LADIES) is elated to be making her Lewis Family Playhouse debut. Favorite credits include Gladys in 42nd Street (Moonlight Stage Productions), Charlotte McNeil in Angels Arms (Lambs Players Theatre) and Cladwell’s Secretary in Urintetown (SDSU). She earned her BA in Theatre Arts Performance at San Diego State University and trained at the Art of Acting Studio. Thanks to Courtney Corey for inviting her into the Kit Kat Klub!

MEGHAN GRANTOM (KIT KAT GIRL) is honored to make her Broadway at the Gardens debut in this fantastic production of Cabaret. A Texas native, she graduated cum laude with a BFA in Musical Theater from Texas State University. Most recently, Meghan booked a role on the television pilot The World of Holly Woodlands. Other credits include Chicago, Footloose and Dearly Departed. Meghan would like to thank her husband, David, for his unwavering love and support.

TAYLA HADLEY (KIT KAT GIRL) is thrilled to be a part of her first production with Broadway at the Gardens. Favorite credits include Sandy in Grease and Wife in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. She has recently recorded new music for SFN Records and is finishing up her last semester at Cal State University, Fullerton with a degree in Theatre.

RICHARD LINDSEY (ENSEMBLE) is performing with Broadway at the Gardens for the first time. He debuted with the Bay-Atlantic Symphony in 2006, garnering much attention as the youngest vocal artist to appear professionally with that orchestra. He has sung at Carnegie Hall and The Kimmel Center, and has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra featuring the Westminster Symphonic Choir. Richard attended Westminster Choir College in Princeton, NJ and teaches private piano and voice at Music

and Arts Center in Rancho Cucamonga.

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ALLY MULHOLLAND (ENSEMBLE) graduated with a BFA from AMDA (American, Musical and Dramatic Academy) and has been doing theatre all over Los Angeles since childhood. She is delighted to be a part of this talented Cabaret family and to be making her debut on the Lewis Family Playhouse stage. Ally would like to thank all her friends and family for their unconditional love and support.

DYLAN PASS (BOBBY/ENSEMBLE) is excited to make his Broadway at the Gardens debut! Favorite credits include Mary Poppins (Moonlight), Funny Girl (3D Theatricals), Oklahoma (Musical Theatre West), Legally Blonde (Moonlight), Crazy for You (Candlelight Pavilion), Hello, Dolly! (Ambrose), Cats (Macavity), Gypsy and Chicago. Dylan also choreographs for musical theatre/choir programs around Southern California and performs at the Disneyland Resort. Thanks to Patrick, Courtney and Ronda

for this opportunity and to his family and friends for their unending support.

HANNAH SCHRAMM (KIT KAT GIRL) is ecstatic to be making her debut with Broadway at the Gardens! Favorite credits include The Boy Friend (Fay), The Wizard of Oz (Nikko) and Hairspray (Shelley). You may have seen her grooving with the Legoland Dance Crew over the summer. “Thanks to Mom and big Sis!”

CHRIS WARD (ENSEMBLE) recently graduated from Redondo Union High School. His credits include The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Grease, The Diviners, and Cabaret, all at his high school. He would like to thank his family and friends for their endless support. He would also like to thank Justin Baldridge, his high school drama teacher, for introducing him to theatre and inspiring him to pursue acting as a career.

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Courtney Corey (Director/Choreographer) is thrilled to be back at the Lewis Family Playhouse with this production of Cabaret. Other LFP credits include: Evita and Rent. Directing credits also include The Jungle Book, The Tender Trap, and numerous productions of RENT around the country. An original company member of both the Los Angeles and Chicago productions of Wicked, in which she performed the title role of Elphaba, Ms. Corey was also a featured soloist in the ensemble. Other credits include the 1st and 2nd National Broadway Tours of Rent (Maureen), Limelight, Bonnie and Clyde, and The Wiz at the La Jolla Playhouse, The Great American Trailer Park Musical at San Diego Rep, Pippin at the Diversionary Theatre, This, Lend Me A Tenor, Over The Tavern, and Jacques Brel…at North Coast Rep, Shear Madness with Miracle Theatre Productions in San Diego, and Dr. Seuss’s How The Grinch Stole Christmas at The Old Globe. Named one of San Diego’s “50 People to Watch” by San Diego Magazine, Ms. Corey is the Founder and Director of the Theatre Arts School of San Diego, as well as a proud member of the Actor’s Equity Association. As always, she dedicates this production to her wonderful husband, Matt, and son, Jack.

Ronda Rubio (Musical Director/Conductor/Keyboards) has served as the musical director for Rancho Cucamonga Community Theatre’s summer musicals since 2008, working with the talented casts and directors of many shows including Peter Pan, Annie and Seussical among others. A freelance musician, performer, director, and teacher for more than 30 years, Ronda’s passion for music is matched only by her passion for her family: Ronny, Raysa and River. Special thanks to Patrick for mentoring me in this role and to the entire cast, staff, volunteers and orchestra of Cabaret for making

my job fulfilling and so much fun! Finally, a big thanks to you-

the audience- for supporting Broadway at the Gardens and the arts. Enjoy!

Jean-Yves Tessier (Lighting/Set Designer) is a primate with a single opposable thumb. He hails from the cold reaches of Canada and once had a sexy French accent. It has since been lost - if found please take good care of it. Jean-Yves is a believer, a skeptic and enjoys throwing metaphors around only to see them crash to the floor. He has been rained on exactly 1,436 times. Incredibly that is also his PIN number. The universe is weird that way. He dreams at night, but forgets to remember when he wakes. One of these days he’ll climb a mountain, run a marathon and swim the Great Barrier Reef – in that order. He is trying to make “Kewl” cool, and in his spare time enjoys lighting things.

Linda Vick (Costume Designer) is pleased to return to the Lewis Family Playhouse for her fifth production as costume designer. Past productions include Big River, To Kill a Mockingbird, A Christmas Carol, and Noises Off. Linda has been costume designing for Theatre Company Costumes for 18 years. She has costumed shows at Citrus College and Covina Center for Performing Arts including Arsenic and Old Lace, Jersey Boys, Into The Woods and Baby, and Inland Valley Repertory Theater’s production of All My Sons. Linda hopes to enjoy working with Broadway at the Gardens on future productions.

V. Michelle Bierman (Hair/Make-Up Designer) is grateful for the continuing privilege of serving the community through art, creativity, and education. Her previous designs were implemented in Into the Woods, Evita, Annie, The Wizard of Oz and Seussical. Michelle is a Joe Blasco graduate and teaches theatrical makeup at Chaffey College.

Cindy Smith (Properties Designer) is thrilled to be working as Prop Mistress with Broadway

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at the Gardens again. She loves the opportunity to work with such a wonderful cast and crew. Cindy most recently worked as prop mistress and also appeared in IVRT’s GYPSY. She loves being involved with theater in its many aspects both on and off stage. Cindy works as a teacher at El Camino Elementary. She sends her love and thanks to her daughter Amber who encourages her to keep living and enjoying the multi-role life of mother, teacher, actor, and prop mistress.

Laura Steinroeder (Production Stage Manager) is a Stage Manager and Theatre Director working in the Greater LA Area. She is currently directing All This Intimacy with Above The Curve Theatre in North Hollywood. She has curated several twitter chats for Howl Round’s weekly Howls on the topics of new play development, director/playwright relationships, and self-producing. Attended the National Theater Institute at the Eugene O’Neill Theater Center. Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Associate Member.

Elizabeth Gibbons (Stage Manager) is excited to be a part of her first production at the Lewis Family Playhouse. Recent credits include Stage Manager for Tartuffe at Chaffey College and Property Manager for Hair at Chaffey College. She is a Theater Major and Psychology Minor. She hopes everyone enjoys the show.

Trance Thompson (Assistant Director/Assistant Choreographer) is thrilled to return to the Lewis Family Playhouse where he was previously seen in Rent and Superstar. He was recently unseen as director, choreographer or music director of Phantom of The Opera, Metropolis, The Wiz, Bricktop, Haunting of The Tivoli, A Christmas Carol, Oklahoma, Dreamgirls and others. He has co-written several musicals including the long-running off-broadway smash Naked Boys Singing and the recently work-shopped Reunion of The Bells. He thanks his family and friends for their love and support!

Patrick Hediger (Producer) Prior to coming to the City of Rancho Cucamonga as the Cultural Arts Coordinator in 2005, Patrick toured the U.S. with national Broadway musicals and plays. He has served the Los Angeles arts community for more than 20 years having worked with Walt Disney Theatrical Productions, the Orange County Performing Arts Center, Center Theatre Group, The Hollywood Bowl, The Los Angeles

Opera and the John Anson Ford Amphitheatre (for the Los Angeles County Arts Commission).

Tony Schondel (Technical Director) has an extensive performing arts technical background working as a production manager and tour manager for Columbia Artists Theatricals, as well as a company manager and technical director for concert tours with such known artists as Ben Vereen, Isaac Hayes, Savion Glover, Al Stewart, Ben Gazarra and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Tony’s background also includes television, video and radio production. Tony has served as Technical Coordinator for the Lewis Family Playhouse since 2007.

Annette Mumolo (Marketing Coordinator) a seasoned entertainment veteran is responsible for the Marketing and Public Relations efforts for the Lewis Family Playhouse. Prior to the Lewis Family Playhouse, Annette served as Media Relations Specialist for ABC Cable Networks where she was responsible for marketing original movies and series including Disney Channel’s Gotta Kick It Up, Cheetah Girls, Even Stevens and ABC Family’s So Little Time, Spider-Man and Power Rangers. Prior to ABC Cable Networks Group, Annette served as Publicist for Fox Family Channel/Fox Kids Network where she managed publicity efforts for daytime programming, concert specials and corporate announcements.

PRODUCTION CREDITSDirector/Choreographer ................................. Courtney CoreyMusical Director/Conductor ................................Ronda RubioProduction (Lighting and Scenic) Design...... Jean Yves TessierCostume Design ..................................................... Linda VickHair/Makeup Design ...............................V. Michelle BiermanProperties Mistress ..............................................Cindy SmithProduction Stage Manager .........................Laura SteinroederStage Manager ..................................................Beth GibbonsAssistant Stage Manager .....................................Fred MulveyAssistant Director/Assistant Choreographer ..... Trance ThompsonDance Captain ............................................. Emily DauwalderProduction Assistant ......................................... Mary MulveyDialect Coach ......................................................Robert HoytLight Board Operator ...................................... Chris SingletonSound Board Operator ................................ Dave MeyerhofferStage Technicians ..... Shawn Jass, Jessica Shelton, John Costa Amanda Omlor, Aimee Mele, Amber Smith, Luis SeguraWardrobe ........................................................... Jessica CurryWardrobe Assistant .............................................Meryl GradyMarketing Assistants ...........Sabrina Marquez, Nathan TecsonCultural Arts Assistants ..... Nicki Heskin, Emmanuel Marquez

Special Thanks

The Lewis Family Playhouse gratefully acknowledges the generous contributions of the following Official Partners, Performance Sponsors and Season Supporters. Without their support, many programs and services would not be possible.

OFFICIAL PARTNERS

SHOW SPONSORS

SEASON SUPPORTERS

Randall and Janell Lewis

Harry & Judy Gibson

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DIAMOND: $100,000 +The Lewis FamilyBank of America FoundationPaul Biane, San Bernardino County Former Supervisor, 2nd District (2002-2010)Chuck, Suzanne and Charlie BuquetBurrtec Waste Industries, Inc. The Burum FamilyCalifornia State LibraryCharter Communications

Colonies CrossroadsThe DiIorio FamilyDiversified PacificHarry and Judy GibsonInland Valley Daily BulletinMark Christopher Charity Classic Supervisor Gary C. Ovitt San Bernardino County, 4th DistrictTarget Corporation

EMERALD: $50,000 - $99,999Friends of the Rancho Cucamonga Public LibraryRancho Cucamonga Community & Arts FoundationRancho Cucamonga QuakesRotary Club of Rancho CucamongaSan Antonio Community HospitalU.S. Bank

RUBY: $25,000 - $49,999C. W. DriverForest City Commercial DevelopmentHSBC J.T. Storm Development National Community Renaissance Wells Fargo WLC/Pitassi Architects

SAPPHIRE: $10,000 - $24,999Best, Best and Krieger LLPFritz Coleman NBC 4 Weathercaster & Stand-up ComicCucamonga Valley Water DistrictThe Haynes Foundation Howard and Sharon Borenstein L. Dennis Michael and Dr. Regina HoltIgnite Design & AdvertisingKohl’s Department StoresDoug & Dee MorrisMt. View Emergency PhysiciansPitassi Architects, Inc. Rancho Cucamonga Library Foundation

Rancho Cucamonga Woman’s ClubRancho Specialty Hospital Rancho Cucamonga Sunrize Rotary ClubRealty Executives – Rancho CucamongaRichards I Watson I GershonSouthern California Gas CompanyStone and YoungbergTAMCO SteelTotal Wine & MoreUrban Advisors, Inc.Vavrinek, Trine, Day & Company, LLPVictoria Promenade – The Yik FamilyPaul and Diane Williams Workforce Homebuilders LLC

PEARL: $5,000 - $9,999American Building Supply Alta Loma PsychologicalDr. Steven and Taro BaragBaseline Dental PracticeBloomfield BakersBonaldo Design Group & Bonaldo EngineeringBruce and Laurie BowneCalifornia Statewide Certified Development CorporationCAM ServicesCharlotte CarrariDr. Victor and Bev ChingDr. Harvey and Karen CohenCMC Fontana SteelThe Dick Dahler Family Linda and Jim DanielsEMCOR ServicesThe Filippi Winery

Flemings Prime Steakhouse & Wine BarG/M Business InteriorsThe Gas CompanyDr. & Mrs. Scott GoldmanDr. and Mrs. Wallace GosneyGraves & King, LLPDan Guerra & AssociatesThe Gutierrez Family and Friends of Rex GutierrezThe Howdyshell Family Jack and Linda Lam Macy’s – Rancho CucamongaLloyd and Marian MichaelMellon, Johnson & Reardon, CPAs, LLPMillennium ImagingNestle Waters North AmericaPacific Homes FoundationPFF Bank and TrustDoug and Francie PalmerRancho Cucamonga Chamber of Commerce Rancho Cucamonga Kiwanis ClubRE/MAX LegendsRepublic ITSRJM Design GroupSpaggi’s Restaurant Team Physical TherapyUnion Bank of CaliforniaAnne Viricel Russ and Kris WarnerWestern National ContractorsMary Alice Whitney and FamilyRay and Karen WimberlyThe Wine TailorYounger and Associates

Cultural Center PAL Spotlight Donors

The Promoting Arts and Literacy (PAL) campaign began in 2003 as a joint fundraising effort between the Rancho Cucamonga Community Foundation and the Rancho Cucamonga Library Foundation to raise funds for the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center.

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Playhouse Members Annual members of the Lewis Family Playhouse

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Director Level: $250Nancy T. & Nick BakerDr. Steven & Taro BaragAdrienna BeitlerMike & Marge MeyerhofferMr. & Mrs. Gregory and Karen SchmaussPaul & Diane Williams

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Theatre InformationElectronic DevicesAudience members are reminded to please silence all electronic devices such as cell phones, pagers and watch alarms prior to the show.

Late SeatingLatecomers or those who step out of the theatre during a performance will be seated at the discretion of the house staff at appropriate breaks in the performance.

WarningThe photographing or sound recording of any performance or the possession of any device for such photographing or recording inside this theatre, without the written permission of the management, is strictly prohibited.

Smoking The Victoria Gardens Cultural Center is a smoke-free building. Smoking is not permitted on City premises.

Sign Language InterpretersAmerican Sign Language interpreters are available upon request through the Box Office. All requests require a 3 week advance notice. For more information, contact the Box Office at 909-477-2752.

Assisted Listening DevicesAssisted Listening Devices are available upon request, for no charge at the Lewis Family Playhouse. Assisted Listening Devices may be used by a patron to help enhance their enjoyment of the performance. Devices may be obtained at the Box Office prior to the performance. A personal credit card or driver’s license will be held by theatre staff until the device is returned at the completion of the performance.

EmergencyTo contact patrons or theatre staff during performances, please call 909-477-2775. Be sure to leave your seating section, seat numbers and the above phone number with the person who may need to contact you. Should an emergency arise, our Front of House Staff will contact you at your seat.

Emergency ProceduresIn the event of an emergency, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center house staff will direct you toward the lighted exit sign that is nearest to the seat you occupy. Please familiarize yourself with emergency exits when you visit with us.

Parental GuidelinesWhile all of our shows at the Lewis Family Playhouse are appropriate for general audiences, it is important to know that some of our programs are not appropriate for younger members of the family. To assist you in making informed decisions about age appropriate shows that your children will enjoy and to ensure a pleasant experience for all, please check show information for age recommendation.

Children must be able to sit in their own seats. Sorry no babies in arms allowed.

Lewis Family Playhouse Staff

Community Services Director Nettie Nielsen

Cultural Arts ManagerSusan Sluka-Kelly

Theatre Production SupervisorTony Schondel

Theatre Productions CoordinatorMireya “Murry” Hepner

Community Programs CoordinatorPatrick Hediger

Front of House CoordinatorGary Ablard

Box Office CoordinatorCristina Gorka

Marketing CoordinatorAnnette Mumolo

Event Services CoordinatorKristie Nicols

Master CarpenterMario Sanchez

Master ElectricianChristopher Singleton

Technical AssistantTom Acosta

Marketing SpecialistSabrina Marquez

Front of House SpecialistJodi Silsbee

Box Office SpecialistsDanielle HillLili Seal

Event Services SpecialistsJohnette GrimmMichelle Longanecker

Admin/Programs SpecialistDiane Hanshaw

Facilities CoordinatorJeff Geith

ROCKAPELLA CHRISTMASDecember 14th – 2:00 pm

RANDALL AND JANELL LEWIS PRESENTTHE BLIND BOYS OF ALABAMA CHRISTMAS SHOW December 19th – 8:00 pm

DAVID BENOIT CHRISTMAS TRIBUTE TO CHARLIE BROWN December 21st – 2:00 pm

Get into the holiday spirit with the undeniable a cappella kings, Rockapella, as they return to the Lewis Family Playhouse with their spectacular Christmas concert. They will rock you with yuletide cheer as they swoon their way into your hearts with classic holiday songs.

Gospel music legends, Blind Boys of Alabama, make their Lewis Family Playhouse debut in a roof-raising musical like no other -- The Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show.

Share the spirit of the holiday season with family and friends at Southern California’s most spectacular holiday production of The Nutcracker. Critically acclaimed Inland Pacific Ballet brings The Nutcracker to life with dazzling sets, beautiful costumes, and more than 80 dancers on stage.

December 6th – 1:00 pm & 7:00 pmDecember 7th – 1:00 pm

INLAND PACIFIC BALLET’S THE NUTCRACKER

PRESENTS

LIGHTWIRE THEATERA VERY ELECTRIC CHRISTMAS December 13th – 2:00 pm & 7:00 pmAudiences of all ages will enjoy the unique combination of dance, puppetry and technology in A Very Electric Christmas, a captivating and magical tale of adventure, friendship and love, centered on a young bird named Max and his holiday adventures.

December 2014

“A Charlie Brown Christmas” is a tradition enjoyed around the world by fans of all ages. Be there as Contemporary Jazz Piano legend, David Benoit pays tribute to this incredible piece of entertainment history, in David Benoit Christmas Tribute to Charlie Brown.