presents
"Unsung Cole (And Classics, Too)"
Words and Music by Cole Porter
Conceived and arranged by Norman L. Berman
Directed by Susan J. Nelson
From the Director's Chair
WELCOME TO OUR NEW THEATRE! We are so very excited about our location and at long last to be in our very own home.
What better way to celebrate a grand opening than to do it ala Cole Porter style. His musical genius is paralleled by no other American writer of his time. His uncAnney wit is shown through his lyrics to his songs. He lived life to the fullest and gave back to us some of that lust for life by leaving a legacy of music that will live forever.
On our stage you will witness some of the finest talent that the Fort Wayne area has to offer. I am proud to have had the opportunity the work with this multi-talented cast. Their love of performance and their genuine love for the theatre is evident as they sing Cole Porter songs that are familiar, as well as sing the unfamiliar selections.
This company of singers is sharing with individual musical interpretations if each piece some of the lyrics are silly, some are sad, and others are just plain fun! Cole Porter had the unique way to weave the lyrics and the music together, allowing this cast to be creative with their interpretation.
My sincerest THANKS and gratitude to Dorothy Escosa, pianist, Judy David, "my partner in crime" Robert Young, and Chris Chapman for coming to my rescue, once again. Thank You to all of the people that volunteered their time to help open our theatre. You truly are appreciated!
And noel to you, the audience, please, enjoy this wonderfully talented cast in UNSUNG COLE (and Clasics, Too!)
Who's Who in the Cast
TAD ATKINSON most recently appeared in Grey Lite's production of THE MUSIC MAN as Mayor Shinn. About to receive his Master's degree in English at Ball State University, Tad also, keeps busy in other theatrical endeavors. Tad has appeared in A SHOT IN THE DARK and INTO THE WOODS with Grey Lite, PRINCESS IDA at First Presbyterian Theater, as well as numerous Civic and Arena productions - BIG RIVER, A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM, SEVEN KEYS TO BALDPATE, and DRACULA BABY.
ANDREW GROSS -- Every Fort Wayne community theatre has enjoyed Andy's talent in recent years. Andy is a Special Education teacher, who lists his hobbies as music, raising birds, and tormenting his cats. He wishes to thank his family and friends for their continued love and support.
ANNE HAMMEN is proud to be performing again with the Grey Lite Players. She was last seen in ANYTHING GOES two years ago. Anne graduated from South Side High School in 1992 and included many musicals such as, WEST SIDE STORY, YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN, THE KING AND II and FAME. She is presently working as a waitress and taking classes to become a Physical Therapist.
BARRY JAMISON - Barry was last seen with the Grey Lite Players as Jack in INTO THE WOODS. When hi is not teaching music in the Huntington County Schools, he is a frequent performer with the Pulse Opera House in Warren, Indiana. This past summer Barry performed at Bearcreek Farms in "Country Music Jamboree". Barry is happy to be back working with the Grey Lite Players.
VICKIE FULLER-KIBELLUS - Vickie is in her first production with the Grey Lite Players. However, she is no stranger to the stage. Vickie performs regularly, with the Good Times Theatre at Bearcreek Farms where she has thrilled audiences in countless productions. Her beautiful voice and dynamic stage presence have graced the stage in productions of GODSPELL, THE FANTASTIKS, OLIVER, GUYS & DOLLS, CARNIVAL, and TEA WITH MRS. PORTER, an original dramatic presentation of Gene Stratton Porter of which Vickie was the creator. She's also a freelance artist, writer and costumer. Vickie lives in Markle with her husband and two sons.
ANNE OVERMYER - Anne is excited about being back on stage after taking a fief break to concentrate on school and work. You may remember seeing her in Grey Lite Player's productions of LEND ME A TENOR, A COUPLA WHITE CHICKS SITTING AROUND TALKING, and as the Witch in INTO THE WOODS. In her spare time, she argues politics at IPFW and Atz's. Anne thanks her friends, family and her employer for their patience and caring.
VIRLYNN REX - Virlynn is seen in her first production with The Grey Lite Players, since ALL NIGHT STRUT. She has worked with set design, costumes and set painting with numerous other Grey Lite shows. Virlynn is on the Board of Directors with Hicksville's Village Players and directs the youth choir at Grace United Methodist Church in Hicksville. She is also very active with a very popular singing quartet - "Undertones" Virlynn lives in Hicksville, Ohio, with two cats and many birds. Virlynn's full time career is teaching Sixth grade at Hicksville Elementary School.
MUSICAL NUMBERS
Act I
Pick Me Up And Lay Me Down.....Ensemble
Farming..... Ensemble
Thank You So Much Missus Lowsborough, Goodbye.....Anne & Andy
A Lady Needs A Rest.....Ladies
Tale Of The Oyster.....Virlynn
Ours.....Vickie & Barry
Lost Liberty Blues.....Pat
Olga..... Ensemble
You Don't Know Paree.....Andy
Take Me Back to Manhattan/I Happen To Like New York.....Vickie
Why Don't We Try Staying at Home.....Marcia & Tad
Give Me The Land.....Anne, Barry, Virlynn & Andy
Act II
What Is This Thing Called Love.....Ensemble
That's Why I Love You.....Pat & Barry
Nobody's Chasing Me (Part I).....Virlynn
Let's Do It.....Anne & Tad
So In Love.....Barry
Night And Day/Just One Of Those Things/I've Got You Under My Skin.....Ensemble
Love For Sale.....Anne
If I Ever Married I'm.....Marcia
Just Another Page In Your Diary.....Vicki, Andy, Tad & Marcia
Kate The Great.....Pat
Nobody's Chasing Me (Part III).....Anne
Friendship......Ensemble
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