J.T. Finley Middle School Drama Clubpresents

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,.HE AUDI,.IOIIby Don Zolidis

March 14th and 15th7:30pm

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CastMr. Torrance:

Peter CicconeStage Manager:

Katie RileyYuma:

Hadley ClaytonSarah:

Colby TracyTommy:

James EngstrandElizabeth:

Julia MoskowitzElizabeth's Mother:Alyssa BefumoCarrie's Mother:

Hannah HughesCarrie:

Amelia MaggioSoliel:

Haley MortellGina:

Veronique DanielAlison:

Christina Varady...... Alison's Father:_ Will Fallon

Actor 1:Jocelin Carbajal

Actor 2:Phoebe Walther

Actor 3:Maddie Haughwout

Actor 4:Rita Marzovilla

Actor 5:Amelia Reilly

Actor 6:Erika Varady

Actor 7:Lea LaPonti

Actor 8/Soliel's Mother:Mina Cuesta

Actor 9.Christopher Porzio

Actor 10'Brooke Cafiero

Di rector /Choreographer:Mrs. Murdock-PrepMusic and Vocal

Di rector / Accompanist:Mr. Prep

lighting/Sound Director:Mr. Harris

Dance Captains:Colby Tracy and Phoebe Walther

Stage Crew:James Ahern, Joey Dammers, John

Galasso, lach McGinniss, BellaMcGinniss, Kevin O'Donnell,

Nolan Piccola,John Riley, Lauren White

Photographer:lach Burden

Program:Mrs. Murdock-Prep

Poetry by:Douglas Florian,Sara Holbrook,Jack Prelutsky,

Molly Prep,SheI Silverstein,

Judith Viorst

'ltJecial Thanks to:Mr. Amato, Mr. Parham,Mrs. Gurrieri, Mrs. Cain,Ms. Rosado, Mr. Belton,

Mr. Ciccone (for the amazingt-shirts!),

Mr. Mortell (for the groupphotos),

lach Burden (for the wonderfulheadshots!),

the parent volunteers (wecouldn't do this without you!),

and our Custodial Staff andSecurity team.

Who's Who.Alyssa Befumo (Elizabeth's Mother) Alyssa isvery excited to be in such a unique production.She enjoys playing her character very much. Shehas been in several plays at both Woodhull andFinley. She would like to thank her family forsupporting her and her cast for makingrehearsals something to look forward to. Alyssawould also like to thank Mr. and Mrs. Prep forputting together this wonderful show.Brooke Cafiero (Actor 10) Brooke is reallyexcited to be a part of "The Audition." Sheenjoyed making new friends. Previously, she hasplayed the role of Linus in Charlie Brown at thePerforming Arts camp. We have worked veryhard and put a lot of effort into this play. Hopeyou enjoy the show!Jocelin Carbajal (Actor 1) Jocelin says, "Thankyou all for this opportunity; it has been awonderful experience!" She has always beeninterested in acting and theater. She had lots offun making new friends with the cast. She thanksher parents for supporting her, and Mr. and Mrs.Prep for all their help and support, too.Peter Ciccone (Mr. Torrance) Peter is veryhappy to be playing the role of Mr. Torrance thisyear. His past roles include The Herald inCinderella, the Genie in Aladdin, and Olin in TheMusic Man. He says "I like my character this yearbecause I've always wanted to be a Director, andI really enjoy improv." He thanks Mrs. Murdock-Prep for making this a really fun experience.Hadley Clayton (Yuma) Hadley is excited for thisnew, fresh experience in the theater. She hasnever starred in any other production. She wouldlike to thank Mrs. Murdock-Prep for introducingher to the world of theater, as she greatly enjoyedacting, dancing and singing during practice. Sheis ready for the production and is so glad to be apart of it all.Mina Cuesta (Actor 8) Mina's past productions inOperatic and Musical Theater include Miss Bell inFame, and a solo in A Night at the Opera in NYC.She continues to study Operatic Voice privatelyand is in Honors Chorus. Mina says, "I am aSpecial Ed student here; singing and acting feelnatural and wonderful to me. I may learndifferently than my friends, but I want us toremember that we all possess the ability to docertain things well, and be inspired and excitedby them. I want to thank Mrs. Murdock-Prep whohas been wonderful and creative with us."Veronique Daniel (Gina) Although Veroniquehas never been in a play before, she lovesplaying Gina. She says, "This was an opportunityfor me, thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Prep, to show mytalents and make new friends. I am able to showthe real me through acting. I learned so muchabout acting."James Engstrand (Tommy) James is a guy wholoves to dance, act and sing. He was The MagicCarpet in Aladdin, The Silent King in Once Upona Mattress, and The Heralds Assistant inCinderella. He says "I also want to thank myMom, Grandma, Grandpa and sister. Andespecially Mrs. Murdock-Prep for all the hardwork she has done."

William Fallon (Alison's Father) Besides singingand acting, William likes to dance. He also playspercussion and has been a member of the HighSchool Marching Band for two years. He has alsoperformed with the Nassau Suffolk Honor Band,and the SCMEA Band program. Previous rolesinclude Linus in Charlie Brown, The Yellow BrickRoad in The Wiz, Malcolm in 13, and The King inCinderella. He would like to thank his family for alltheir love and support.Maddie Haughwout (Actor 3) This has been agreat experience for Maddie. As this is her firstyear at Finley, she is so excited to be playing herfirst big role. She has loved becoming closefriends with the cast. She would like to thank Mrs.Murdock-Prep for preparing everyone. She alsosays she cant wait for the future!Hannah Hughes (Carrie's Mother) Hllnnah isyour crazy, creative, music and art-loving, theaterand movie-obsessed girl who is very excited tobe playing her part. She has been in every SChoolplay since 4th grade, and just loves to act andsing. Hannah would like to thank Mr. and Mrs.Prep and everybody in the play. Enjoy the show!Lea LaPonti (Actor 7) Lea has enjoyed herexperience in the play, and has made many newfriends during practice. She would like to thankher Mom, Dad and friends for supporting her. Sheloved her first experience in the play!Amelia Maggio (Carrie) Amelia is soooo excitedto be in the play, but is also sad that it is her lastat Finley. Amelia would like to thank her Mom,Dad and her sisters for putting up with her singingin the shower. She also would like to thank herfellow castmates and Mr. and Mrs. Prep forsupporting her, being awesome, and putting upwith her weirdness!Rita Marzovilla (Actor 4) Rita says, "Thank youall for this opportunity; I have had an awesometime practicing with you guys! It was tons of fun!Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Prep for teachingeveryone!"Haley Mortell (Soliel) Haley is so excited to be inher first musical. She would like to thank herMom for driving her to and from school on theselong days, and she would also like to thank herfriends for making this production fun andexciting. If she could perform again, she would ina heartbeat!Julia Moskowitz (Elizabeth) Julia's past creditsinclude being in Cinderella and Aladdin, Jr. Shehas loved making new, wonderful friends! SheespeCially thanks her father for running lines withher, and she thanks Mrs. Murdock-Prep for herwonderful efforts and for being a compassionateperson.Christopher Porzio (Actor 9) Chris has been inAladdin and The Little Mermaid at Woodhull.Chris enjoys being part of Finley Drama Club.Amelia Reilly (Actor 5) Amelia joined the playbecause she loves singing. Previously, she hasbeen in The Music Man and Aladdin Jr. She alsopartiCipated in SCMEA All County this year as asoprano. She would like to thank her directors foralways making practice so much fun.

Who's Who (continued)Katie Riley (Stage Manager) Kalie is so excitedto take on the roleof Carmenthe Stage Manager.She previously starred as Ariel in Woodhull'sproductionof The Little Mermaid and NarratorOne in Aladdin.She has enjoyedmakingnewfriendswith the Finleycast and is especiallythankfulto Mrs. Murdock-Prepfor her constantfeedback and motivation.Colby Tracy (Sarah)Colby is very excitedto bein the Finleyschoolproductionthis year! Shepreviouslystarred in The Little Mermaid playingthe role of Scuttle. She has also been seen as amemberof the ensemblein Aladdin. She wouldlike to thank her lovingfamily and friends foralways believing in her.Christina Varady (Alison) Christina is extremelyexcitedto play the role of Alison. Previously,sheplayedThe White Horse in Finley'sproductionofCinderella. She has hadfun rehearsingwitheveryone and appreciates the encouragementfrom her friends, family and sister.Erika Varady (Actor6) Erikasays, "The playthisyear has been really fun. Everyone was so niceand did a great job! Thanksto my friends, mysister and Mrs. Murdock-Prep. The productionhas come together so nicely, so I hope everyoneenjoysthe play!"Phoebe Walther (Actor2) Phoebeis so excitedto be a part of this production.She has previouslybeen seen as Aquata in The Little Mermaid andin the ensemblein Aladdin. She wants to thankher sister for running lines with her! She alsothanks Mrs. Murdock-Prepfor giving herfeedback.Specialthanks to her Momfor being sosupportive!

SHOUT OUTS!·Katie Riley: You impress us everydayl

Two words: "So good!" Love, Mom, Dadand john·Our dearest Margarita; we are so proudof you and we love you. Love, Mama,Papa and Egor·Congratulations james and allmembers of The Audition. We are proudof you! The Engstrand Family·Congratulations to William Fallon andthe entire cast of The Audition. Break aleg! Love, Mom, Dad and Nancy*Congratulations Alyssa and the cast ofThe AuditionlThe Befumo Family·'·Congratulations to all! Brooke we areso proud of you r hard work,determination and enthusiasm. Greatjob! Love, Mom, Dad, Liz, Chris andVinny .,*Hadley ... Break a legl And have funlLove, Mom and Dad-Christina Varady: You were awesome in"The Audition." We are so proud of youlLove, Mom, Dad, Erika and Brandon

Erika Varady: Why are you so funny? Weare so proud of youl Love, Mom, Dad,Christina and BrandonCongratulations Amelia Maggio! We are

so proud of you. Love, Mom, Dad, Emily,Caroline, Charlotte, Heidi and Mulligan

Phoebe: we are so proud of all youraccomplishments with this production.You are a "star" and you impress meeveryday. Love, Mom and Elizajulia you continue to amaze us with

your talents, commitment and bravery_We are so happy that you are having somuch fun in this production! Love, Mom,Dad, Ben, Stella, Nana, and Pop-popTo the Cast and Crew of The Audition:

Break a Legl Nothing Can Stop You NowlIt has been a pleasure teaching you andwatching you grow! Mr. and Mrs. Prep

AdministrationSuperintendent: james W. Polansky

Assistant Superintendents:Dr. Kenneth Card and Sam Gergisj.T. Finley Principal: john Amato

J-T. Finley Assistant Principal:Kenneth Parham

Principal's Secretary: joanne GurrieriDirector of Fine and Performing Arts:

Sarah Gill

"oard of EducationEmily Rogan, Board President

Adam Spector, Board Vice PresidentTom DiGiacomo, TrusteeWilliam Dwyer, Trustee

Bari Fehrs, Trusteejennifer Hebert, TrusteeXavier Palacios, Trustee

Coming SoonlHuntington High School Drama Club

resents

"INTO THE WOODS'Friday April 4, 7:30pm

Saturday April 5 2·00pm and 7:30pm

There will be one 15 minute Intermission