P L A Y B I L L The Foundation of Arts

115 E Monroe Jonesboro, AR 72401

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PRESENTS

PETER PAN A Musical based on the Play by Sir J.M. Barrie

Originally Directed, Choreographed, and Adapted by Jerome Robbins

With

Directed By Maranda Nichols

Flying Effects provided by Flying By Foy

Peter Pan Jr. is made possible through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International

Lyrics By Carolyn Leigh

Music By Morris (Moose)

Charlap

Additional Lyrics By

Betty Comden & Adolph Green

Additional Music By

Jule Styne

The Foundation of Arts

Abby Orr

Abby Thompson Hayden Smith Anderson Wright

Josh Neeley Abby Jayne Spades Josh Rogers

Assistant Director

Victoria Meyers

Music Director

Damon Wright

Assistant Stage Manager

Seth Harmon

Set Design

Joe Carr & Maranda Nichols

Lighting Design

Joe Carr

Costume Design

Nicole Scott

Choreography

Maranda Nichols

Props

Victoria Meyers

Cast

Peter Pan …………………………………………………………….. Abby Orr

Wendy …………………………………………………………….. Abby Thompson

John …………………………………………………………….. Hayden Smith

Michael …………………………………………………………….. Anderson Wright

Nana …………………………………………………………….. Lauren Box

Mrs. Darling …………………………………………………………….. Kelley Tracy

Mr. Darling/

Hook

…………………………………………………………….. Josh Neeley

Liza …………………………………………………………….. Betsy Johnson

Adult Wendy …………………………………………………………….. Kristi Pulliam

Crocodile 1 …………………………………………………………….. Isaac Haynie

Crocodile 2 …………………………………………………………….. Noah Teeter

Smee …………………………………………………………….. Josh Rogers

Cecco …………………………………………………………….. Faye Haney

Jukes …………………………………………………………….. John Mixon

Starkey …………………………………………………………….. Andrew Tolson

Noodler …………………………………………………………….. Burt Barrett

Tootles …………………………………………………………….. Caroline Box

Slightly …………………………………………………………….. Eva Grace Barrett

Curley …………………………………………………………….. Drew Pulliam

Nibs …………………………………………………………….. Landon Rogers

Twin 1 …………………………………………………………….. Ella Perry

Twin 2 …………………………………………………………….. Cannon Joe Smith

Tiger Lily …………………………………………………………….. Abby Jayne Spades

Small Native …………………………………………………………….. Kasen Erickson

Native 1 …………………………………………………………….. Konor Erickson

Native 2 …………………………………………………………….. Savannah Morgan

Lost Boys ……………………………………………………. Paige King,

Alexandra Wright

Natives ……………………………………………………. Clair Pulliam,

Evey Pulliam,

Anna –Marie Wright

Dance Captains

Cast

Lost Boys Mason Escue, Georgia Guinn, Anna Kate Horton, Kate Kahoun, Kennedy Maloney,

Lucy Scott, Riley Tarver, Hannah Thompson, Anna Claire Tracy, Kade Vaughn,

Channing Willhite, Corbin Wright, Aiden Wright

Young Lost Boys Ryder Barnhill, Evie Mixon, Linden Mixon, Haddon Rogers,

Catherine Thompson, Sawyer Wright

Natives Ella Barrett, Emily Bowman, Lucy Box, Emma Buxton, Maddie Crawley, Kilee Erickson,

Madison Lawrence, Ellon McDaniel, Evie Moreno, Lauren Phillips,

Deanne Puryear, Sophie Ramsey, Cameron Salo, Ella Scott, John Spengler

Young Natives Lucy Carr, Tate Hardin, Elin McDaniel,

Maliyah Merryman, Isabella Stinnett, Amelia Thompson

Pirates Shani Barnhill, McKennah Murdock, Charlie Orr, Damon Wright

Backstage

Lights ……………………………………………… Rodney Rodgers

Sound ……………………………………………… John Erickson

Music ……………………………………………… Emma Barrett

Flight Team ……………………………………………… Kristi Pulliam,

Joe Carr

Robbie Johnson,

Brenna McConaughey

& Burt Barrett

Stage Manager ……………………………………………… Victoria Meyers

Assistant Stage

Manager ……………………………………………… Seth Harmon

Tinkerbell

Operator

……………………………………………… Gabe White

Spotlight

Operators

……………………………………………… Gabe White

Mark Belk

Build Team

Set

Construction

……………………………………………… Andrew Tolson &

Joe Carr

Crocodile

Construction

……………………………………………… Damon Wright &

Rebecca Mixon

Scenic Paint ……………………………………………… Terry Spengler,

Andrew Tolson,

Amanda Nichols

Crew

Special Thanks Amanda Nichols (thanks isn't nearly enough), Chris Nichols, Victoria Meyers (you're the best!!), Damon Wright (gosh, I can't even begin), Nicole Scott (so very beautiful!), Kristi

Pulliam, Janea Spades, Terry Spengler, Stacey Johnson, Robbie Johnson, Brenna McConaughey, Joe Carr, Burt Barret, Rebecca Orr, Rebecca Mixon, John Mixon, Andrea Cook, Lowe's, Amanda Escue and family, Mason Escue, Emma & Eva Grace Bar-rett, , Ella Barrett, Seth Harmon, Rodney Rodgers, Gabriel White, Abby Jayne Spades, Ella Scott, Lucy Scott, Melanie Morgan, Abby Orr, Catherine Thompson, Tarver family, Lori Alpe, Allison King, Mindy Smith, Shannon Puryear, Stephanie Wright, Alexandra

Wright, Aiden Wright, Kristy McDaniel, Jenny Box, Faye Haney, Shani Barnhill, McKen-nah Murdock, Betsy Johnson, Paige King, Kelley Tracy, Jenn Rogers, Lucy Box, Lauren

Box, Caroline Box, Lauren Phillips, Ellon McDaniel, Chuck Hardin, Andrew Tolson, Anna Marie Wright, Evey Pulliam, Clair Pulliam,

Drew Pulliam, Emily Strode

Songs

Homes in London

Overture

The Darling Nursery

Prologue Wendy, John

Tender Shepard Mrs. Darling, Wendy, Michael, John

I’m Flying Peter, Wendy, Michael, John

Neverland

Pirate March Pirates

Hook’s Tango Captain Hook, Pirates

Native Dance Tiger Lily, Natives

Wendy Peter, Lost Boys

Hook’s Tarantella Captain Hook, Pirates

I Won’t Grow Up Peter, Lost Boys, John, Michael

Ugh-A-Wugg Peter, Tiger Lily, Lost Boys, Natives

Lost Boys’ Hideout

Distant Melody Wendy, Peter, Lost Boys

Pirate Ship

Hook’s Waltz Captain Hook, Pirates

I Gotta Crow Peter, Lost Boys

The Darling Nursery

Nursery Music Wendy, Michael, John

Finale Ultimo Full Cast

A Note From the Director

The last 3 years, the leaves start to change, the weather cools off, back to school is in full swing and I stress out over 6 weeks of silliness to put together a short production that will ultimately mean nothing in life except a memory that might mean the tiniest change in your world. For me, every show I've directed has been filled with sweet and wonderful memories. I've made new friends, watch kids rise to a challenge, and for 6 weeks make sacrifices great and small to follow my crazy ides with a hesitant, but willing, “ok...” and create a production. I have loved working with this group, each show is a struggle, but this is the first show I felt the struggle was ultimately mine. This cast and crew has been so willing to say “yes”, that my brakes were never engaged and what a freeing and frustrating feeling that is. I cannot believe we are here at the end of months of prep work from my team (ok, Victoria and my Mom) to create this vision where “the pool will take on different shapes- and the colors become brighter. So bright that in a moment they'll go on fire.” I feel I have truly found Neverland. This is my place where I never grow-up, I remember how to play, to dream, to fly. Yes, I fly in these shows. The “lovely thoughts” are the power to create anything in a world that is only defined by my imagination. But, as Wendy discovers, there is a limit. We do grow-up. Every night I go to sleep and wake-up in the morning to head to work and I feel just like Mr. Darling who is trying to keep life afloat...the bills, the house (just keep those comments to yourself, family & friends), my health, my sanity. But every night when 5:00 comes, I rush to Neverland, if only for a few hours. I remember being Wendy's age being so torn between loving all that childhood holds, but knowing there is more in adulthood for you. You have to come back from the adventure. You have to grow-up. It isn't fun or exciting or anything like you'd imagined, but it allows childhood to begin again. You pass on all the joy and excitement of childhood to another when Peter comes back to visit. This story is about growing-up. It is about learning to see there is more in life than what you can see. There are other worlds and adventures just waiting for you when you come home and continue your journey. I hope just for a little while, you are taken back when dreams had no limit, colors were brighter, adventure was around every corner, and, best of all, you can fly!

The Foundation of Arts expresses deep

respect and appreciation for James E. and

Wanda Lee Vaughn.

Their legacy gift in support of the mission,

vision, and values of this

organization will show their dedication to

the arts in our community for many years

to come.

Late arrivals must wait at the back of the house until a scene change.

Recording devices of all kinds are prohibited.

Flash photography is especially dangerous to the actors.

Please respect their safety.

Turn your cell phones OFF.

If you need to leave your seat, please wait for a scene change,

if possible.

In case of an emergency, exits are located

in the front and back of the auditorium.

Restrooms are located on the mezzanine and in the lobby.

Food and drinks are not allowed in the theatre.

If you’re not saving this playbill as a keepsake,

please place it in the ”Recycle Playbills” bin

at the front door after the performance.

Thank You

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Theatre Etiquette

The Foundation of Arts gratefully acknowledges those who provide financial sup-port. These funds enable The Foundation of Arts to serve the citizens of Jonesboro and Northeast Arkansas by offering artistic opportunities to all. Contributions may be made as a gift in memory or in honor of a loved one. Monthly gifts can be made via credit card or installments. A one-time contribution is always welcome in any form of payment. Donations to the FOA are tax deductible.

This list reflects donations received between

September 1, 2016 and September 27, 2017

Presenters ($5,000 and up) A&P Commission Arkansas Arts Council James E. & Wanda Lee Vaughn St. Bernards Healthcare & Medical Group NEA Baptist Clinic/Hospital

Producers ($2.500- $4,999)_ Anonymous Bob Ulenhop Junior Auxiliary of Jonesboro Maranda Nichols Cavenaugh Auto Group Russ & Meredith Pierce Iberia Bank

Directors ($1,000-$2,499) Don Howard Max & Jennifer Dacus Robert & Christina Hester United Cerebral Palsy of AR, Inc Adam & Elizabeth Woodruff First National Bank Dairy Queen The Mall at Turtle Creek Professional Title Rebekah Evans Allen & Judy Pierce Hytrol Conveyor Company, INC Doug & LeAnna Imrie Stephen & Linda Woodruff Rotary District 6150 Kitty Sloan Warren & Phyllis Skaug

Sustainer ($500-$999) Verizon Joe & Lauryn Carr Robin & Steven Martin Brent & Patricia Watkins Families, INC Down Syndrome Association of Northeast AR Doctors’ Anatomic Pathology Services, PA Barry & Lisa Tedder Trinity Lighting Bear State Bank F.M. Malpezzi

Partners ($250-$499) Scott& Taura McDaniel Kerry & Georgia Summitt Kroger Frankie & Lisa Turner Jonesboro Bowling Canter Kay Evans Jeremy & Amanda Escue Arkansas Community Foundation YourCause J.R. & Brittany Lawrence Gina & Phillip Powell Dr. & Mrs. Michael Hightower Dennis Pulliam Robert G. Wilson Emerson Ambulance Services, Inc

Associates ($100-$249) Kevin Broadway William & Janea Spades Robert Rahrle Stephanie Maloney Lorenzo Balderas Sharon Spence Langley Michael & Sandra Johnson Bill & Diana Moss Jimmy Adcox Harbert Thompson Diane Sandberg Dr. & Mrs. Maglothin Dale & Allison King Linda Rahrle Heather Driscoll Kristi M Pulliam Carter Patteson Benjy Kounen Terri Dost Faye Haney Sherri Walker Cart full for Canopy Life Just Give Steve & Allison Pulliam Collin & Vicki Pillow Andy Peeler Carrol L. Parsons Patricia Qualls

Lydia Howard Allison Whitmire Tabetha Osborn Sugg Construction Barbara Spencer Janea Spades Dee Kernodle Jeffrey Griffin Jennifer Baugh Terry Spengler Marian Parrott Ashley Blankenship Ashley Baker Grace Liouh Randy Wheeler Lisa Lacefield Centennial Bank

Tommy & Barbara Rankin Dennis & Dawn Layer Matthew C. Knight Terri Rorex Dr. J.D. Kelly Jonesboro Nettleton Lions Club Shannon Dental Care Bill & Michelle Shannon Bonnie Goad John & Lois Freeman Dennis Zolper Attorney, PA Norman & Elizabeth Stafford Jeffrey & Gayle Cohen John & Caryn Allen Gary Washington Kathryn Wynn

Patrons (Up to $99) Eddy Caldwell Nick Coltharp M&L Design Works Brian & Keri Horn Gary & Lisa Strickland Julie Mohajir Shani Barnhill Jerry & Susan Greenwell Betty R Stockton Dorine Deacon Duane & Linda Harvey Robert & Mary K. Jones Sandra Burns Jessica Bullington Carla Brunner Cheryl Wall Trimarchi Carl Bennett Jennifer Salo Derek & Beth Daniels & Family Erin Frangenberg Don & Nancy Spencer Anthony W. Bartels, DDS, PA Evelyn Clements Michael & Barbara Nelson Susanne Vail Boyce & Laurie Sherrill Mary Hacker

The Foundation of Arts Board of Directors

The Foundation of Arts Staff

Kristi Pulliam, Executive & Artistic Director Joe Carr, Associate Director of Tech & Development

Brandon Bishop, Office Manager Kaitlyn Bass, Education Programs Manager

Bethany Cannon, Art Specialist Meridith Pierce, Social Media

Ethan Poe, Customer Service Associate Kelly Kelley, Bookkeeper

Davis Polston, Marketing Assistant Andrew Tolson, Tech Assistant

The Foundation of Arts Faculty

Abi Mason, Ballet Alisa Becton, Ballet Amber Ferguson, Tap, Jazz Chelsea Hays, Art Damon Wright, Musical Theatre Danielle Imrie, Lower Level Ballet David Mason, Art Davis Polston, Acting Elea Pulliam, Acting, Musical Theatre, Tap Hannah Housley, Ballet James Faulkner, Accompaniment Brenna McConaughey, Tap

Jessica Maddox, Ballet Kristi Pulliam, Yoga LeeAnn King, Ballet Maranda Nichols, Musical Theatre Megan Dacus, Ballet Meshayla Payne, Theatre Mollie Potgieter, Ballet, Tap, Jazz Natasha Rayveskiy, Ballet Sametta Jackson-Parker, Theatre Savannah Strickland, Bellet, Jazz Season Pankey, Twirling Jennifer Webb, Ballet

Damon Wright, Chair Dentist, Wright Family Dentistry

Janea Spades, Vice-Chair Attorney

Maranda Nichols, Secretary CNP

Robin Martin, Treasurer CPA

Michelle Shannon Office Manager, NEA Baptist

Dr. Pam Haun Attorney, Waddell, Cole, & Jones

John Mixon Architect, Cromwell & Associates

Keith Pace Realtor, Century 21

Sam Hiser Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, NEA Baptist

Russ Pierce Pharmacist

Max Dacus Owner, Dacus Mini Warhouses

John Deacon Financial Advisor, Deacon Capital Partner

The Foundation of Arts Thanks our 2017-2018

Presenting Sponsors:

A Heart for the Arts What we value at the Foundation of Arts: The arts are important for everyone. In fact, they are vital; we are our best selves when we are true to how we were created, and all people were created to be creative. To trust and to be trustworthy are each necessary for great community. We practice these with every project. All people, at every age, race, or creed, should have access to growth opportunities. We love a challenge. Even though, at times, it hurts a bit to grow. We want everyone who wants to grow to be able to join in with us, so we do our best to help that to happen. Each person is on their own journey, and no one is perfect. So we value each individual, and we don’t easily give up on each other as we work and play together. Excellence in our programming, our art, and our experiences together is of the utmost relevance on our journey in community. So I took this from the FOA’s mission, vision, and values statement. It is my own “take” on each of our values. Whichever way each of us might summarize, I know that each time a group of people has enough vision for their own lives to join in community - challenging each other and uniting to create something good - it is living life to the fullest. If your values intersect with ours, I hope you’ll join the FOA family as a volunteer or a supporter in whatever way you will. Blessings, and with a heart for the Arts, Kristi

Upcoming FOA Events

Breakfast with Ballerinas Enjoy Breakfast with the Ballerinas from The Nutcracker Ballet on

Saturday November 4th. Breakfast starts at 9:30am and lasts until

11:30 am at Southwest Church of Christ.

Tickets on Sale now!!!

$10 in advance, $12 at the door

The Nutcracker Ballet The FOA Holiday Tradition!!!

Join us for a magical night of beautiful music and

Beautiful dancing to kick off your Holiday season.

November 17, 18, 20, & 21 at 7:30 pm

& November 19 at 2:00 pm.

Tickets on sale October 31!!!

$17-Adults

$12-Seniors/Military/ASU

$8-Children

Join Us on the Stage Don’t miss Auditions for A Charlie Brown Christmas!!!

Join the Peanuts gang as they celebrate Christmas with a

Pageant like no other. Auditions will be:

October 21 at 10 am

& October 22 at 2pm

Fall Art Showcase & FOA Night Come grab a slice at Lost Pizza Co on November 25th and enjoy our

Fall 2017 Art Students’ work. Showcase is from 5:00pm — 6:00pm, but

FOA Night is all night & day.

A Charlie Brown Christmas Christmas Carols and Peanuts? Good Grief what could be more fun!

Catch A Charlie Brown Christmas on

Dec. 15, 16, 18, 19 at 7:30pm, & Dec. 17 at 2:00pm

Tickets on sale Nov. 14

Stage Notes

Kate

We love you and enjoy watching you on stage, seeing you

shine. We are so proud of you. Love you to the moon and back.

Mom, Dad, & The Boys

Dear Anna Kate

I love watching you as you pursue what you love doing.

Very proud of you and can’t wait to see what your future holds.

Love,

Grandma

Anna Kate

You have been singing and dancing ever since you could

talk and walk and you are still a joy to watch. Keep shining and

never let that light fade! We love you.

Mon and Dad

Abby Jayne

We are so proud of you & excited to see the show! Break a

leg!

Love,

Mom & Dad

Abby

You’re a great Peter Pan! We love you and we are proud of

you. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do

good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Eph 2:10

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Professional Affiliations

Support for The Foundation of Arts is provided, in part, by the Arkansas Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Arkansas Heritage, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Funding for advertising and promotion of The Foundation of Arts, its programs, and its events is provided, in part, by The Advertising and Promotions Commission of Jonesboro.

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The Foundation of Arts is a member of Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce, American Association of Community Theatre, Arkansas Community Theatre Association, Americans for the Arts, Association for Fund Raising Professionals, and Arkansas Coalition for Excellence.

This performance has been legally licensed through Musical Theatre International and all associated rights and royalties have been paid in full by The Foundation of Arts. Under strict penalty of law (punishable by steep fines, revocation of license, and/or imprisonment), no part of this production, nor any implications or representations of this production, can be reproduced for public, private, profitable, charitable, or other purposes.

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