Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheimorchestrations by jonathan tunick

Books by James Lapineoriginally directed by james Lapine

PALMYRA HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS

INTO THE WOODSis presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

All authorized performance are also supplied by MTI.421 West 54th Street, New York,NY 10019Phone: 212-541-4684 Fax: 212-397-4684

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DIRECTOR'S NOTES

On the surface, the musical Into the Woods is the fictional tale of a baker and his wife who want to have a child, but can’t due to an evil spell. In their journey to fulfill their desires, we are reintroduced to many of the familiar Grimm’s fairy tales we’ve known all our lives. Along the way, we witness their determination to fight for what they want—or at least what they think they want. And while this seems simple, we’ve learned through the complexity of Sondheim’s work that nothing is what it first appears.

Each year, the musical company identifies the “beast,” the moment in the show that proves to be the most challenging. From “Rock Island” raps to 15 minute ballets to tap dancing in the dark, we’ve slain each with grace. But what do you do when the whole work is the beast? When the orchestration is rhythmically sophisticated, the themes and dialogue are complex, and the woods have to reach the sky? I’m proud to say that the students have attacked this challenging material, learned from it, and worked to present a wonderfully rich production. In the end, this show isn’t hers or mine or his, but ours. Into the Woods is truly a labor of love for any company who is up to the undertaking. From day one, I proclaimed the same words to the production team and company, “Stay with me, and we’ll make it through the woods.” This show isn’t about making a plan and executing it, but about layering in what we discovered along the way.

As the show says, “Everything you learn there will help when you return there.” Whether that “there” is on this stage, in this school, in this community, or simply in this moment, learning from where you are makes you an active participant—one with opinions and understandings of rights and wrongs and everything in between. It forces you to recognize your place in the world and all that is around you. Perhaps most importantly, it creates an environment where you must LISTEN and stay in the MOMENT because others will listen—children will listen. With so much noise, which voices have the true truths?

Every day and in every story, it is easy to get wrapped up in the truths of the loudest characters, the ones who demand the most attention. But there are other voices and other truths. In our unique Into the Woods, you encounter Hansel and Gretel, the 12 dancing princesses, the dwarves, and the cutest three little pigs. In our woods, there’s room for everyone. And just like in real life, each and every character has a voice and can be heard. Each has their own journey to explore, and to seek, and to find their truth. It’s important to hear each voice.

I’m lucky. I have great voices to hear. Pierce, Kara, Kristin, Mac, Sandi, Janice—there’s no one I would rather be on this creative journey with than you. Your understanding of our educational program and what we strive to offer for the students of our community is inspiring. Mark, Rosemary, and Aaron—thank you for NEVER leaving me in the woods alone. From all the silent producer accomplishments to motorized hens to creative assistance from 382 miles away, I always know you have my back. The goal for this journey is to make you proud…well, and to get home to the #pastrypups.

Jasmine Bucher, Director

BOARD OF SCHOOL DIRECTORSChristopher Connell, President

William Bova, Anthony Downey, Ralph Duquette, Sheila Hoffer,

Kurt Koennecke, Ellen Wargo, Bradley White, Gerald Wimmer

ADMINISTRATIONMrs. Lisa Brown, Superintendent of Schools

Dr. Bernie Kepler, Assistant Superintendent

Mr. Gary Zellner, Director of Pupil Services

HIGH SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIONDr. Benjamin Ruby, Principal

Mr. Daryl Reisinger, Assistant Principal

Mr. Paul Steigerwald, Assistant Principal

Director & Producer ...............................................................................Jasmine Bucher

Pit Orchestra Director ............................................................................Kara Schoessler

Vocal Director ...............................................................................................Travis Pierce

Choreographer ........................................................................................... Kristin Petrou

Assistant Producers .................................................... Rosemary Bucher & Shila Ulrich

Set Coordinator .......................................................................................Mac McCrumb

Stage Manager ...............................................................................................Jenna Fehr

Costumers ..........................................................Sandi Brettler & Janice Van Muylwyk

Technical Direction ..................................................................Dustin & Katie Foreman

Lighting & Sound Assistants ..........................................Mark Bucher, Jessica Garloff, David Ebright, & Matt Smoluk

Ticket Coordinator .............................................................................................. Lori Yaw

Concessions Coordinator ................................................................... Annette Curfman

Rehearsal Assistants .......................................................... John Brettler, Aaron Bucher

PRODUCTION STAFF

CAST(in order of appearance)

Narrator .........................................................................................................April DemskoCinderella ..................................................................................................... Abby SwartzJack........................................................................................................Cameron EbrightMilky White ............................................................................................Garrett CurfmanBaker ..........................................................................................................Noah McClureBaker’s Wife .................................................................................................... Tori GaffeyCinderella’s Stepmother .............................................................................. Rachel AlgerFlorinda .................................................................................................. Keely KushmiderLucinda ...........................................................................................................Karli KlingerJack’s Mother ............................................................................................... Naomi PeñaLittle Red Riding Hood ..................................................................................... Lily FieldsWitch ..........................................................................................................Brianna QuinnCinderella’s Father ....................................................................................... Lucas RizzoCinderella’s Mother .............................................................................Makenzie CuthieWolf/Cinderella’s Prince ............................................................................Matt GoodenMysterious Man ............................................................................Trystan VanMuylwykRapunzel ................................................................................................... Sarah GoodenRapunzel’s Prince ..................................................................................... Ty MaldonadoGranny.......................................................................................................... Gabby WehrStewards ............................................................................. Ethan Moore & Mohit PatelDancing Harp ............................................................................................... Emily HomerHansel ........................................................................................................Megan DuffeyGretel .......................................................................................................Katelin HomskieThe Giant .............................................................................Lisa Brown, SuperintendentSleeping Beauty................................................................................................Tia OffnerSnow White ............................................................................................... Megan MartinThe Seven Dwarfs .................................................. Jacy Carmenatty, Miranda Gates,

Connor Horning, Meg Inglis, Samantha Patrick, Gianna Petrou, Stephen Petrou

The Three Little Pigs ...............................................Sophie Foreman, Kaileigh Horning, Madison Schoessler

Royal Guests....................................................... Jeffery Bobb, Jacqueline Celedonio, Maddie Curtin, Makenzie Cuthie, Sam Gleed, Mikaela Hank,

Emily Homer, Caden Horning, Alexandria Jones, Morgan LaFoe, Megan Martin, Tia Offner, Sydney Petrasic, Brittani Sinclair, Janessa Stoner, Jocelyn Vitale

TIME: Once Upon a Time

PLACE:A Far-Off Kingdom

PIT ORCHESTRAConductor: Kara Schoessler

STAGE CREWJenna Fehr, Stage Manager

Rachel Flanagan, Student Stage Manager

Mercedes CeledonioSteph MaldonadoGinger Richardsen

Kathy RizzoOlena Shluharchuk

Mary Williams

Student Costumers: Rachel BrettlerEmily Bucks

Shannon CarmoMiranda Salvo

Maddie Williams

COSTUME CREWSandi Brettler & Janice Van Muylwyk, Costumers

John BrettlerAaron Bucher

Dana GarciaJarod KlinefelterBethany Kristich

Tiffaney SimmersAna Wanner

Flutes: Rachel Brettler & Julia WalkerClarinets: Meghan Buchle & Autumn Schlereth

Trumpet: Taylor LaPineFrench Horns: Erica Lambert & KD Reese

Trombone: Ryan BradyViolins: Morgan Hackett & Julia Plato

Viola: Kaci WasilewskiCello: Jacob PlatoBass: Eric Bieber

Percussion: Kayla Dilger & Emily MoorePiano: Wendy Horning

Synthesizer: Robin Holman

Thank you to all of the cast, crew, and parents who helped to build our woods! Especially Mac McCrumb, Bud Akright, Dave Ebright, Tom Curfman,

John Reist, Robert Brettler, every member of stage crew.

SET CONSTRUCTIONMac McCrumb, Set Coordinator

RACHEL ALGER MADDIE CURTINJACQUELINE CELEDONIO

GARRETT CURFMANJACY CARMENATTY

MAKENZIE CUTHIE LILY FIELDSMEGAN DUFFY CAMERON EBRIGHTAPRIL DEMSKO

TORI GAFFEY EMILY HOMERMATTHEW GOODEN SARAH GOODENSAMANTHA GLEED

KATELIN HOMSKIE KEELY KUSHMIDERALEXANDRIA JONES KARLI KLINGERMEG INGLIS

MORGAN LAFOE ETHAN MOOREMEGAN MARTIN NOAH MCCLURETY MALDONADO

TIA OFFNER BRIANNA QUINNSAMANTHA PATRICK NAOMI PEÑAMOHIT PATEL

LUCAS RIZZO TRYSTAN VAN MUYLWYK

JANESSA STONER ABBY SWARTZBRITTANI SINCLAIR

JOCELYN VITALE

KACI WASILEWSKIAUTUMN SCHLERETH SARAH WALKER

GABBY WEHR

ERIC BIEBER KAYLA DILGERRACHEL BRETTLER MEGHAN BUCHLERYAN BRADY

MORGAN HACKET JULIA PLATOEMILY MOORE JACOB PLATOTAYLOR LAPINE

PIT ORCHESTRA

WHO'S WHO IN THE CASTRachel Alger ’16, Stepmother: Into the Woods is Rachel’s 5th production in high school and she couldn’t be happier (being her favorite show). Ranging in shows like Willy Wonka, Jr., Peter Pan, You Can’t Take it With You, and Alice in Wonderland, which she received an Apollo nomination for her role as March Hare. Rachel hopes to keep going with her high school theater and for a Theatri-cal Art major.

Jeffrey Bobb ’19, Royal Guest: Jeffrey was in Fiddler on the Roof, Willy Wonka, Jr., and Seussical the Musical. He will attend Palmyra High School next year.

Jacy Carmenatty ’18, Sleepy: Jacy’s first play was in 3rd grade playing Sleepy. She was also in Willy Wonka, Jr. in 6th grade, and was in The Wizard of Oz in 8th grade. She loves to play sports and is involved with track.

Jacqueline Celedonio ’18, Royal Guest: Jacqueline was on stage as a Squirrel in Willy Wonka, Jr. and a Camp Star member in Camp Rock, also she was a Munchkin, Jitterbug and a Ozian in The Wizard of Oz. Also, she would like to attend the University of California, San Diego for Architecture.

Garrett Curfman ’17, Milky White/Dance Captain: Garrett was last seen as Thing I in Seussical. He has participated in a Newsies and Wicked workshop with stars from the shows. This is Garrett’s fifth musical in the PASD arts program. He is thrilled to be the dance captain for the second year. Gar-rett’s most memorable role was Charlie Bucket in Willy Wonka, Jr. His dream is to be on Broadway when he is older...Be careful what you wish for.

Maddie Curtin ’18, Royal Guest: Maddie is participating in her first school musical with Into the Woods. She has been performing on stage since age 6 for both voice and piano. She has also been involved in Camp Noise. Maddie is very active in her church youth group. She loves spending time on make-up and hair and finding ways to create new looks and trends. Maddie also loves Starbucks and volunteering her time with the elderly and small children. Maddie’s favorite musicals are The Little Mermaid and Aladdin.

Makenzie Cuthie ’18, Cinderella’s Mother/Royal Guest: Makenzie has been on stage her entire life in small group theater. Her first school performance was The Wizard of Oz performing as an Ozian, Flying Monkey, and a Munchkin. Makenzie was also in You Can’t Take it With You as Hen-derson. Makenzie stays busy off stage with work and serving within the church.

April Demsko ’15, Narrator: April is on stage for her seventh and final production at Palmyra High School. Last year, she played the Marshal in Seussical. Outside of the show, April participates in Mini-THON committee, The Cougar Chronicle, The Morning Show, and Envirothon. She plans to at-tend college in the fall to major in Journalism.

Megan Duffy ’17, Hansel: Liederhosen has been coursing through her veins ever since her first production, Mirror Image, where she first premiered as Hansel. After her debut, she appeared in all available productions till her tried and true role as a young German boy.

Cameron Ebright ’17, Jack: Cameron has been on stage in Mirror Image as Stan the Nerd, Willy Wonka, Jr. as Grandpa Joe, and Seussical the Musical as the Mayor of Whoville. Cameron has also taken classes for stage combat, improvisation, and other acting skills as Hershey Area Playhouse. Outside of theater, he acts in Hersheypark commercials.

Lily Fields ’18, Little Red: Lily was an Oompa Loompa in Willy Wonka, Jr., Catilyn Geller in Camp Rock and the Door Woman in The Wizard of Oz. Lily is in F.O.R club and it is her first year on chamber choir.

Tori Gaffey ’18, The Baker’s Wife: This is Tori’s 11th musical, 2nd time on the PHS stage. She was in PHS’s Beauty and the Beast in 2010. Since then she has performed in many productions in area theaters such as Lebanon Community Theatre, Hershey Area Playhouse, and Harrisburg Christian Performing Arts Center as well as the Palmyra Middle School productions. Some of her past produc-tions include Legally Blonde, Jr., Camp Rock. The Christmas Doll, The Sound of Music, Annie, The Wizard of Oz, Willy Wonka, Jr., Bye Bye Birdie, and Here Comes Mister Hershey. Tori studies vocal performance with Roger Lentz and studies dance at One Broadway Centre. Tori would like to thank Mrs. Bucher and Mr. Pierce for this opportunity and all of their guidance!!

Miranda Gates ’18, Dopey: Miranda has previously been in Camp Rock, The Wizard of Oz, and You Can’t Take it With You. Miranda enjoys sleeping and eating good food. She also participates in choir.

Samantha Gleed ’15, Royal Guest: Sam has been in the pit for the past three years until she de-cided to be a part of something different...the cast! Her future plan is to attend Alvernia and become a nurse. She plans to continue her talents in the arts in college.

Matthew Gooden ’16, Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince: This is Matthew’s 3rd show on the PHS stage. He played Horton the Elephant last year in Seussical, and the King in The King and I the year before that. Matthew spends his time off the stage working on his vocals, and writing music. He is also a member of NHS, and intends to get his eagle scout by the end of the school year. His favorite part of the musical is singing Hello Little Girl.

Sarah Gooden ’17, Rapunzel: This is Sarah’s second high school production. She loved playing a Bird Girl in last year’s production of Seussical, and was overjoyed to play Rapunzel. Along with the musical she is in many other music ensembles, but the musical is her favorite.

Mikaela M. Hank ’15, Royal Guest: Mikaela has been on the stage every year since 6th grade. She has appeared in 10 different shows in that time playing parts such as Mrs. Korby in You Can’t Take it With You, the Wicked Witch in Mirror Image, and the Chief in Alice in Wonderland. Mikaela also ran spot lights for Peter Pan as well as playing Tic-Toc Croc. She has enjoyed her time on the stage here and will miss everyone. She hopes to return though to see future productions.

Emily Homer ’17, Harp/Royal Guest: Emily has been in the Palmyra Area Middle School’s produc-tions Mirror Image, Willy Wonka, and Camp Rock. She has also been in PHS’s production of Seussi-cal. She enjoys all forms of the arts and is looking forward to continuing musical theatre throughout high school.

Katelin Homskie ’18, Gretel: Growing up watching musical theatre, Katelin has been in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory twice, The Wizard of Oz, and it is her second time being in Into the Woods, this time as Gretel. Katelin is in concert band, marching band, concert choir, and chamber choir. Katelin’s favorite hobbies include music and fooding. Katelin also wants to thank her mom, stepmom, and grandparents for always loving and supporting her involvement in music.

Meg Inglis ’18, Grumpy: Meg has been Jenaline and Harkna in The Wizard of Oz (also known as Munchkin and Ozian), and Zebrina in The Little Mermaid (also known as Royal Guest #7). Her fa-vorite subject by far is science, and she wishes to become a researcher for NASA after several years of college.

Alexandria Jones ’17, Royal Guest: Alexandria is participating in her fourth musical this year. She has been on stage previously as an Oompa Loompa in Willy Wonka, Jr., a Camp Rocker in Camp Rock, and a Citizen of Whoville in Seussical the Musical. She is involved in her school’s tennis team and she loves Disney. She also loves dance and singing. She is planning on going to Millersville University for Physical Therapy.

Karli Klinger ’16, Lucinda: Karli has been in two musicals at the middle school, Mirror Image and Willy Wonka. She often helps back stage at Lebanon Community Theatre. She is unsure what col-lege will hold for her, but she would like to continue making theater part of her life.

Keely Kuchmider ’15, Florinda: Keely has previously been seen playing Cinderella in Mirror Image, Little Eva in The King and I, and a Who in Seussical. She is excited to be in this production for her senior year. Outside of the musical, Keely participates in PHS Writers’ Club and Psychology Club. When she graduates, she plans on attending college to major in Psychology.

Morgan LaFoe ’17, Royal Guest: Morgan is participating on her third musical. She has been a Camp Rocker in Camp Rock and a Who in Seussical the Musical. She sings back up in her church’s outlet band. She has also sang with her school’s choir group in Downtown Disney in Walt Disney World. She is preparing for track in the spring.

Ty Maldonando ’17, Rapunzel’s Prince: Ty was on stage for Willy Wonka, Jr. as Phineas Trout. He then played Shane Gray in Camp Rock. He moved to the high school where he was the General in Seussical the Musical. Ty plans on minoring in Theater someday and is enjoying all the experience he is gaining and the great friends he has made.

Megan Martin ’18, Royal Guest/Snow White: Megan was a featured Oompa Loompa in Willy Wonka, Jr., Dana Turner in Camp Rock, Mac in You Can’t Take it With You, and Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz. Megan stays busy off stage participating in a competitive all-star cheerleading squad, Puma Allstars.

Noah McClure ’16, Baker: Noah is participating in his 4th musical. He was been on stage previously as Willy Wonka in Willy Wonka, Jr., a Guard in The King and I, a Wickersham Brother in Seussical the Musical, and Tony in You Can’t Take it With You. Noah is involved on church, boy scouts, choir, band, and Phoenix indoor percussion.

Ethan Moore ’18, Steward: Ethan is in 9th grade. He has been in a total of 3 musicals. In his first musical, Camp Rock, he played Sander Loya. Last year, his second musical, he played the role of the Scare Crow/Hank in The Wizard of Oz. This year, in Into the Woods he is playing the role of the Steward. When he isn’t acting, Ethan plays the saxophone, guitar, harmonica, piano, and banjo. He also participates in lacrosse and wrestling.

Tia Offner ’16, Sleeping Beauty/Prop Master: Tia has starred in 4 shows ever since her debut in the 7th grade. She has been a Band Geek in Mirror Image, Mrs. Beauregarde in Willy Wonka, Jr., the Fish Footman in Alice in Wonderland, and a Who in Seussical. She has also acted as prop mas-ter for Alice in Wonderland, Seussical, and You Can’t Take it With You. Tia hopes to one day attend an ivy league school on a pre-med track for a future career in Psychiatry.

Mohit Patel ’15, Steward/Male Swing: Mohit has been with the PHS Musical program for 3 years now. His previous roles were Wickersham Brother in Seussical and Guard in The King and I. Mohit likes to spend his time off stage running or playing his ukulele.

Samantha Patrick ’17, Dwarf/Female Swing: Samantha has been on stage in Willy Wonka, Jr., Alice in Wonderland, and Seussical the Musical. In addition to theatre, she is an active member of the school choir and the audition-only chamber choir. Samantha is a member of the Susquehanna Young Woman’s Choral, a student conductor for the school choir, and a part of the school’s band.

Naomi Peña, Jack’s Mother: Naomi has been performing on stage since age two in recitals at Hershey Theatre and has participated in 2013 and 2014 Winter Caberets, in addition to, musicals since eighth grade, including Mirror Image, Footloose, The King & I, Seussical, and now, Into The Woods. She was nominated for an Apollo Award for Outstanding Featured Performer in 2013, and plans to attend Parson’s The New School of Design in New York City, this Fall. In addition to her talent on the stage, Naomi designed and painted much of the fairy tale book designs. Thank you to Mrs. Bucher and all past and present members of the Cast, Crew, Pit, and Staff for making the last five years so wonderful, along with my family, for their encouragement, love, and support.

Sydney Petrasic ’18, Royal Guest: Sydney was on stage previously in Camp Rock as a Camp Rocker, and The Wizard of Oz as a Munchkin, Ozian, Winkie Guard, and Crow.

Brianna Quinn ’15, The Witch: Bree was last seen on stage as Amazing Mayzie La Bird in Seussical the Musical. She has also starred in Footloose as cowgirl Bobbi Jo and Urleen. In middle school, Bree played Mona Monroe in On Broadway and Magda in Mirror Image. Bree is in marching band, choir, and chamber choir. She works at Flagship Cinemas when she’s not singing and dancing. She will be attending Shippensburg University in the fall to major in accounting. Shoutout to the best family a girl could ask for. Banana, you rock and I love you!

Lucas Rizzo ’18, Cinderella’s Father: Lucas started on stage as a Candy Kid and Chef in Willy Wonka, Jr. Then he went on to be the Camp Counselor in Camp Rock. Finally, he left the middle school stage after being the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz. Now Lucas has come back for Into the Woods and is here to make new friends and memories on a new stage.

Brittani Sinclair ’18, Royal Guest: This is Brittani’s first theater experience, but she has past dance experience. She stays busy off stage by focusing on school, hanging out with friends, and drawing.

Janessa Stoner ’16, Royal Guest: Last year, Janessa was in Seussical the Musical as a Citizen of Whoville. This is her second theater role to date. Off stage, she organizes activities for the Anime Club and babysits on the side. She enjoys photography, playing the guitar, and spending time with her friends.

Abby Swartz, ’16, Cinderella: Into the Woods is Abby’s third production at the high school. She’s been on stage previously as Tuptim in The King and I and Gertrude in Seussical. Abby stays busy off stage by being a part of chamber choir, chamber orchestra, NHS, Tri-M, and ballet.

Trystan van Muylwyk ’16, Mysterious Man: Trystan has been on stage since 7th grade, when he was Bull in Mirror Image. Since then, he played Augustus Gloop in Willy Wonka, Jr., Louis in The King and I, and the Grinch and Yertle the Turtle in Seussical the Musical. He was also Starkey in Peter Pan, the White Rabbit in Alice in Wonderland, and Mr. Kirby in You Can’t Take it With You. Off stage, he keeps busy in his scout troop as an Eagle Scout, in the National Honor Society, and in every section of the Palmyra Music Department.

Jocelyn Vitale ’17, Royal Guest: Jocelyn’s favorite thing to do is art, but theatre is also a big pas-sion of hers. She has done theatre since sixth grade starting with the musical Mirror Image as Snow White. She was also in Willy Wonka, Jr. as Mrs. Bucket and appeared in Camp Rock. Last year she was the Dutchess in Alice in Wonderland and Penny in You Can’t Take it With You. She plans on doing theatre for the rest of her life, and to do art along side of it.

Gabby Wehr ’17, Granny: Gabby was an Oompa Loompa in Willy Wonka, Jr., a Camp Star Rocket in Camp Rock, and a Who in Seussical. Gabby is busy off stage with dance classes at Company Dance.

PIT ORCHESTRAEric Bieber, Bass: Eric Bieberhas been a bass guitar player for the PASD for 4+ years. He is an active member in the high school band, orchestra, marching band, and now the pit. He plans to become a computer programmer as a career and has been taking all the honors classes possible to prepare.

Ryan Brady, Trombone: Ryan is currently a member of many of the high school ensembles includ-ing marching band as field conductor, concert band, jazz band, symphonic orchestra, concert choir and chamber choir. He plays with the Harrisburg Symphony Youth Orchestra and is an officer in the Tri-M Honor Society. He has attended many PMEA festivals including County Band, County Choir, District Band, District Choir, Regional Band and District Jazz Band. Ryan plans to pursue a career in music education.

Rachel Brettler ’15, Flute: This is Rachel’s fourth and final show at the high school. She was part of the cast in Footloose and played the flute in the pit orchestra in The King and I, Seussical, and now Into the Woods. She is a senior and her future plans include going to Penn State University Park next year to major in science with a focus in pre-med.

Meghan Buchle ’17, Clarinet: Meghan is super excited to be part of the musical this year. This is her second musical at PHS. She has played clarinet since 4th grade and plays in the concert band and marching band. She also plays tenor saxophone in the jazz band and the piano.

Kayla Dilger ’17, Percussion: Kayla has been in orchestra, playing the violin, since the 3rd grade. For this show, she had the opportunity to experience playing different percussion instruments. Kayla is excited about being part of Into the Woods and plans to be in other PHS Musicals.

Taylor LaPine ’17, Trumpet: This is Taylor’s second musical at PHS. She hopes to be in the pit all four years of her high school experience. She’s not entirely sure about her future plans, but right now she’s thinking about a career in art therapy. She knows that she’ll always keep music in her life!

Morgan Hackett ’15, Violin: Morgan Hackett is a member of the orchestra, chamber orchestra, marching band, concert band, jazz band, chorus, and chamber choir at PAHS. She plays violin with the Hershey Symphony Orchestra and the Lebanon Valley College Orchestra, and was concert master of Allegretto, the youth chamber orchestra of Lancaster, for their winter season. She has par-ticipated in county, district, and region orchestra. She’s been involved with a number of PAMS and PAHS musicals as a member of the cast, stage crew, and pit orchestra. After high school she plans to attend college and major in music education.

Emily Moore ’16, Percussion: Emily has been playing the flute since the fourth grade and plans in the band. In 8th grade, she was the props mistress for Willy Wonka and in 10th grade, she was props mistress for the middle school’s production of The Wizard of Oz. This is her first year in the pit and playing percussion.

Jacob Plato ’19, Cello: Jacob has been playing the cello since first grade and this is his first year in the pit. He currently plays his cello in MS Orchestra, Spotlight Strings, and recently participated in County Orchestra. He also enjoys playing trombone in band and jazz band. Other activities in-clude Snowboarding Club, and playing school and travel soccer.

Julia Plato ‘16, Violin: Julia has played in the pit for the King and I, Cinderella, Seussical, Sound of Music and now…Into the Woods! She currently plays her violin in HS Orchestra, Chamber Strings, LVC Community Orchestra, and in the auditioned Harrisburg Youth Symphony Orchestra. Julia has attended the County, District, and Region Orchestra Festivals the past few years and is president of PHS’s Tri-M Music Honor Society. She enjoys playing in marching band and jazz band as well as running cross country and track.

Autumn Schlereth ’17, Clarinet: This is Autumn’s first time in a PHS musical. She has participated in band since 4th grade. She plays in concert band as well as marching band. She is really excited about being a part of Into the Woods this year.

Julia Walker ’16, flute: This is Julia’s first show with the pit, and she’s very excited! Her experience so far has been wonderful, and she can’t wait to participate in the pit as a junior and senior. Her plans when she graduates are to go to medical school to be a pediatric specialist.

Kaci Wasilewski ’16, Viola: This is Kaci’s first time playing in pit orchestra. She plays the viola and has been since 5th grade. In the past, she has participated in LVC’s Honors Orchestra and she is a current member of the chamber orchestra.

WHO'S WHO IN THE CREWRachel Flanagan ’15, Student Stage Manager: Rachel has been a member of the stage crew for the last 3 years, starting with The King and I. She received the Spirit of Theatre Apollo Award for her work in Seussical the Musical. Currently, she is the Student Stage Manager in this year’s musical. Rachel is also a member of National Honor Society and Envirothon. She plans on attending Susque-hanna University in the fall to major in Early Childhood Education.

John Brettler ’18, Rehearsal Assistant: John has previously been seen on stage as Mr. Bucket in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Kevin Jonas in Camp Rock, and The Cowardly Lion in The Wiz-ard of Oz. John has a very busy life playing soccer, baseball, and the trumpet. John is involved in Student Government, FBLA, S.T.EM. Club and band.

Aaron Bucher ’19, Rehearsal Assistant: Aaron is in 8th grade and has been helping with the shows at the high school for the past few years. He plays the trumpet in the middle school band and jazz band and plays baseball. This season, he is particularly proud of his work with the motorized hen.

Dana Garcia ’16, Crew: This is Dana’s first time returning to the school stage since she was a mem-ber of the mirror image cast in middle school. In addition to her crew duties, Dana lent her artistic talents to the painting of the fairy tale books.

Jarod Klinefelter ’17, Crew: This is Jarod’s first year on stage crew. He is involved with Boy Scouts of America, the high school chamber choir, takes self-defense classes, and is on the high school swim team.

Bethany Kristich ’17, Crew: This is Bethany’s first experience as a crew member. Previously, Beth-any performed in Willy Wonka, Jr., Camp Rock, Alice in Wonderland, and Seussical the Musical. In her free time, Bethany enjoys playing music on any instrument she can get her hands on and is a knowledgeable Beatles fanatic. Future plans include attending college for Audio Engineering.

Tiffaney Simmer ’18, Crew: Tiffaney has been appeared in several musicals, but this is her first year as part of stage crew. Some other activities she is involved in include key club, Dazzle U Allstar Cheerleading, orchestra, and laccrosse. Tiffaney is excited for more musicals to come.

Ana Wanner ’16, Crew: This is Ana’s first time helping with the high school’s production as a mem-ber of the stage crew. In addition to her time spent back stage, she is a hockey player.

MUSICAL NUMBERS, ACT IPrologue: “Into the Woods” ............................................................................ Company

“Hello, Little Girl” .................................................................Wolf, Little Red Ridinghood

“I Guess This Is Goodbye” ....................................................................................... Jack

“Maybe They’re Really Magic” ................................................................... Baker’s Wife

“Our Little World” ..................................................................................Witch, Rapunzel

“I Know Things Now” .................................................................Little Red Ridinghood

“A Very Nice Prince” ................................................................. Cinderella, Baker’s Wife

“Giants in the Sky” .................................................................................................... Jack

“Agony” .............................................................. Cinderella’s Prince, Rapunzel’s Prince

“It Takes Two” ................................................................................... Baker, Baker’s Wife

“Stay With Me” ........................................................................................................ Witch

“On the Steps of the Palace” ..........................................................................Cinderella

“Ever After” ........................................................................................ Narrator, Company

15 MINUTE INTERMISSION

MUSICAL NUMBERS, ACT IIPrologue: “So Happy” ....................................................................................... Company

“Agony” .............................................................. Cinderella’s Prince, Rapunzel’s Prince

“Lament” ................................................................................................................... Witch

“Any Moment” ............................................................Cinderella’s Prince, Baker’s Wife

“Moments in the Woods” ............................................................................ Baker’s Wife

“Your Fault” ....................................................................................... Jack, Baker, Witch,

Cinderella, Little Red Ridinghood

“Last Midnight” ........................................................................................................ Witch

“No More” ..................................................................................Baker, Mysterious Man

“No One Is Alone” ................................................... Cinderella, Little Red Ridinghood,

Baker, Jack

Finale: “Children Will Listen” ...............................................................Witch, Company

MUSIC GRAMSNomie, you GO GIRL !! You ROCK as Jack’s Mother! Love you, Mom, Neen, Nick,

Jules; Dad, Maria, Sal, Antonio, & Aunt Roci.

Jacob P- First musical at the High School! I hope it was not AGONY to learn those crazy key signatures!!-M &D

J and J- We hope you always share your music! M&D

Pit Seniors- I don’t want to see you go into the woods and begin your journey! We’ll miss you next year! Julia Plato

Mrs. Schoessler- Best Pit Director EVER! TY

Julia P- 9th King & I... 10th Suessical...11th Into the Woods..I am really enjoying lis-tening to your journey! -M & D

Pit- Never stop playing... Keep coloring our world with music!

Cast- Break a leg, and have a blast!

Cameron: Have an “udderly” great performance! Love ya, Dude!

Cameron: From Nerd to Grandpa Jo then a Mayor, take Jack to the sky! Break a leg!

Cameron: Keep reaching for your Giant dreams in the sky! Have fun Boo-Boo. Your Mooms loves you!

Granny: You’re our favorite old lady! You make us so proud. We LOVE seeing you on stage! Love, Mom and Dad

Ty, Break a leg! We are excited and proud to see you in another musical! Love, Mom and Dad

Mik: We’ve seen you in so many wonderful productions and now your final one! Wonderful performance! Love Mom, Grandma, and Pap

Mikaela: Great job! Love Aunt Lisa, Uncle Ron, and Cousin Ty

Emily: We can’t wait to hear the Giant’s footsteps!

Ethan: Break a leg in your first high school production! Love, Mom and Dad

Ethan: Have fun and make the most of your performance! Love, Nana and Pop

Emily: Way to go! So awesome that you’re playing percussion. Love, Nana and Pop

Emily: Have fun in the pit! Love, Noanie and Pappy

Ethan: Have fun on stage! Love, Noanie and Pappy

Noah: We are very proud of you! We Love you! Mom and Dad

Trystan: Break a leg, but don’t trip over your beard!

So proud of our not so serious Mysterious Man!

MUSIC GRAMSGarret: Have an udderly moooooving experience! Enjoy every minute!!

Abby: We love you Cinderella! Love Swartzs, Theys, Gram and Gramp W. John and Elizabeth, Gram S. and Dave W.

So proud of you, Abby! You are beautiful both inside and out! Love you lots! Love, Mom

You are the best daughter! We love you! Love, Dad and Mom.

Looking forward to another marvelous musical! Great work everyone!

Bethany: you bloody rock! You’ve earned the applause! Smile and HAVE FUN!! Love, Mom

April: Four years of high school musicals! You did a great job! We are so proud of you! Love, Mom and Dad

Keely: Good luck and have fun during your last high school musical. Love, Mom and Dad

Good luck, Keely, and the rest of the cast of this year’s musical. Enjoy and have fun with your last one! Love, Jill and Uncle Keith

Milky White, blood-red cape, hair yellow as corn, slipper of gold, FLUTE SWEET AS SYRUP! Love you Julia W!

Good luck, Princess Morgan LaFoe! We love you and are so proud! Mom, Nick, Gram and Pop-pop

Be the best Witch you can be, Bree! Love Mandy and Cordell

Bad Witch or Good Witch, you are still our favorite! Love you, Bree! Mom and Bud

Make this last trip Into the Woods a fantastic one! So proud of you Bree! Love Mom and Bud

If the broom fits, ride it! Good luck in your senior year, Bree! Love, Zach

John B: Good to know your talents are available when needed! OXOX Mom and Dad

Rachel: What a HS Career you’ve had at the musical! Footloose as an actor, The King & I, Seussical and Into the Woods in the pit! We LOVE you! Mom and Dad

Mrs. VanWickyWicky: My saner half! Thanks for talking me off the ledge when I tried to make it tough. Mrs. B

Many thanks to the moms and student sewers who helped with all 70+ of the cos-tumes!

Rachel: Evil Stepmom, Doting Wife; you bring every role to life! And we’re so proud of you! Dad and Mom

MUSIC GRAMSWe’re so proud of you, Tori! Keep making those “Moments in the Woods”—Baker’s

Wife. Love Mom, Dad, Scott and Nanna

Thanks to everyone from the production team, stage crew, pit, Mr. Pierce, and Mrs. Bucher for making this experience great!! Tori Gaffey

Thanks Big Star Bree for all you did for me this year!! You Little Star, Tori!

“To Be Continued…” I love you, Tori!! Love Mom!

Dearest Seniors (pit, cast, and crew): It has been an honor to work with you. When I think about how you’ve grown and how I hate to see you go…well, at least you know you can always call this stage your home. Mrs. Bucher

Aaron and John: I might give you the “get back to work” face on the outside, but I’ve love watching the two of you have a blast this season. Thank for all your help! Mom B.

Madi, Gianna, Stephen, Sophie, Connor, Caden and Kayleigh: Thank for joining my crazy antics and for loaning your parents to me for so many hours. It’s a joy to watch you find your light. Mrs. Bucher

Way to go Kayla! We’re so proud of you! Love Mom, Dad, Rachel , O’ma, Pop-Pop, and Grandma.

Tia go out there and have fun. You always amaze us! Love, Mom, Dad, and Daniela

PHS MUSICAL BOOSTERSThe PHS Musical Boosters provide financial support to the musical with the hopes of producing a student-centered show in which everyone can be proud. With an educational focus for the students and the formation of an environment that encourages personal responsibility, creativity, leadership, and kindness, the Boosters seek to gain the support of the local community.

During this past musical season, the PHS Musical Boosters have sponsored a variety of opportunities for the cast, crew, and pit of Into the Woods including stage combat, advanced dramatic movement, and theatrical vocals.

If you are interested in becoming a member of the PHS Musical Boosters or would like to provide your support, please contact the Boosters at phsmusical@pasd.us.

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Mark your calendars!PALMYRA AREA HIGH SCHOOL

2016 SPRING MUSICAL will be presented March 9-13, 2016

Congratulations Brianna Quinn, our favorite witch!

LOVE, DAD, DIANE, ZACH, MANDY, UNCLE DAVE, AUNT KAREN, AMANDA, POP AND KRISTA

HERSHEY AREA PLAYHOUSEYour continued support of the PHS Musical Program

is greatly appreciated. We thank you for the generous use of your props and set pieces.

Hershey Area Playhousewww.hersheyareaplayhouse.com

Ryan, you make us so proud!Always play with passion.

LOVE, MOM, DAD,

CONNER AND SHANNON

THANK YOU...The Palmyra High School Maintenance and Custodial Staff

Michael Feldser Photography

Parents and families of the production staff

Hershey Playhouse and Carlisle Theater for loaning props. A special thank you to Grenta Theatre for our magical tree.

To the Palmyra Area School District Administration, especially our giant Lisa Brown, for your continued support of our students and the spring musical.

Thank you to our dedicated booster families, especially Akrights, Algers, Curfmans, Lafoes, Ebrights, Gaffeys, Maldonados, McCrumbs,

Reists, and VanMuylwyks.

Thanks to all of the parents and friends of the PHS Musical Boosters for their continued support. We thank you for your countless hours of

celebrating during the Winter Cabaret, driving for Singing Valentines, flipping and serving during our annual Character Breakfast, hammering

our sets, sewing our costumes and willingness to help with all of our needs. We could not do what we do without you, and we wouldn’t want to!